Beautiful Colonial Home Set in Old Antigua City Antigua Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 212567

Central Courtyard from Ground Floor Bedrooms

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Location: Antigua, Guatemala, Central America (Forty-Five Minutes from Guatemala City Airport)

Accommodations:  House, 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths (Sleeps 8)

Beautiful Casa Bella is located just four blocks from Parque Centrasl in Antigua and only two blocks from the main artisans and food markets. The house sits in a gated/guarded community and is only four years old. The colonial style, lovely antiques and fun art work add to the charm of this house, which includes all the conveniences of home.

The two large bedrooms upstairs share a spacious master bathroom with shower and tub. The master bedroom has a queen bed, large walk-in closet and front and back patios. The second bedroom has two twin beds that can be made into a king. It also has a large walk-in closet and a beautiful view of the volcanoes, one of which is active and can often be seen burping out smoke. (see the 2nd video!)

The bedrooms open on to a covered patio and large rooftop patio. Enjoy the garden below, the potted plants & porch swing, while gazing at the magnificent and everchanging sky around Volcon Agua to the south. This view is stunning!

The two downstairs bedrooms have the same bed configurations as the two upstairs, except they each have their own bathrooms with walk-in showers. These bedrooms share access to a beautiful back garden and a lush central garden with a pila fountain.

All bedding is 100% cotton. Each bed is provided with a light and fluffy natural down comforter.

Garden and hanging plants surround the patios along with tasteful art and colonial antiques. The indoor-outdoor living is easy to get accustomed to, as the mild year round temperatures invite the visitor into the fresh sun shining air.There are cozy couches on the patio and table and chairs, making it easy to transition from indoors to outdoor living and breathing.

The kitchen is fully equipped and has a small colonial dining table for four. There is a large dining room (seats eight) and living room with couches and seating designed for relaxation. The style is elegant, yet Casabella still has a down home comfort feel. It is imbued with an atmosphere of color, light, openness, and beauty. This is a truly wonderful house to escape to!

The housekeeper cares for Casabella Monday-Friday: makes the beds, cleans the bathrooms and maintains the casa. Her devoted attention to the tile floors keeps them fresh and looking like works of art! The house is also child-friendly, with baby changing tables, baby gates, and high chairs.

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking
  • Wood Fireplace (3) : Wood can be bought at the market.
• Beds
  • Queen Bed: Two bedrooms have queen beds.
  • Twin/Single Bed: Two single beds in two bedrooms can be made into king beds.
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: Each bedroom has cable TV. The living room has cable TV and a DVD player.
  • DVD
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Catering Available: Maid will buy and cook meals for small fee.
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Lanai
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Stunning view of the volcano changes daily.
• Communications
  • Telephone: House phone for local calls.
  • Cell Phone (2) : You can easily buy minutes in stores around town.
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bedrooms have in-wall outlets as well.
• Other Amenities
  • Can help arrange transportation from airport to house if desired.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): First floor is easy to negotiate.
  • Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Hiking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding

Rate Details (In Dollars)

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$1100/week .. $1700/two weeks .. $2000/3 weeks .. $2200/month
Higher Rates for Christmas and Semana Santa
$1000 deposit required to reserve the house
Rent includes all utilities & maid but not long distance phone calls.
Utilities are not covered for long term rentals.
Personal checks accepted
One week minimum
Maximum occupancy 8 persons

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 09/14/09
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  Leo Barillas , North Las Vegas, NV
  • Wow! We were very impressed with the house lay out. Great view of Volcan de Agua from the street and terrace, also awesome view of Volcan de Fuego and double volcan Acatenango from the upper bedrooms. Owner Robin was very easy to work with. We will rent again this home next time we are in La Antigua.
• 06/30/09
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  Mey , Dallas, TX
  • The photos and description of this lovely home do not do it justice. This colonial style home is both charming and comfortable. The owner has carefully furnished and equipped the property with every possible gadget a comfort seeker may crave. The decor is consistent and in good taste taking advantage of local style and combining it with themed details and accessories which transform the house into a home. We loved the pila style fountain. The small center courtyard surrounding the pila is impeccable. Clock vines, ferns and perfectly groomed St. Augustine grass. The kitchen is well equipped with details such as coffee grinder and a good selection of pans. It was also delightful to find a lovely selection of spices. We loved the outdoor sitting areas on the first and second floor and spent a great deal of time using the swing which overlooks the volcano. All four bedrooms are very comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the high quality linens which are very uncommon in Guatemala even in high star hotels. The neighborhood is super safe and very quiet. The property incorporates very thoughtful details which are uncommon and very much appreciated. *Loaner cell phone *Wireless internet *Changing beds and security gates and toy box for babies *Heating plate if you are entertaining *Small book and DVD library. *Washer & dryer with American soap, also two hampers in every room *Fireplace *Lovely lighting If you are a self catering traveler accustomed to a high level of comfort this is the place for you
• 05/27/09
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  Carol Hakala , Wisconsin
  • This is an absolutely wonderful home. It is a quiet part of the city - and is accessible by foot and/or tuk-tuk. The stay of only a few days here with 7 other adults make me want to return again soon. It really was a home away from home. Neat, tidy, absolutely beautiful - what a wonderful place to retreat to each day of our far too short stay in Antigua!
• 05/22/09
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  Heather , Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
  • I stayed at Casa Bella for six months in 2008 and loved it. It is a beautiful house with all the comforts of home, plus great views of Volcan Agua and Volcan Fuego. Casa Bella is located in a safe, secure area and anything you need is within walking distance. I enjoyed the place so much that I returned to stay there again this April.
• 03/06/09
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  Mark & Fran Krause ,
  • Before we arrived, the owner told me that the pictures on the internet did not do justice to the house. WOW, what an under-statement! This casa(house), and the neighborhood it is a part of, is quite wonderful. We met a number of the neighbors, had drinks and dinner at a quaint little comedor(restaurant) called Hector's, and walked the town & markets every day. In the evenings we enjoyed a number of different restaurants with no concern for safety. Antigua is a great place to get away to and is so economical that it can be used as a base from which to make overnight visits to a number of spectacular locations, such as Tikal, Semuc-Champey, Santiago(Lake Atitlan). More specific to the house, it is quite adequate for a large family or 2-3 couples. The shared living space lends itself to entertaining or just hanging out. Do yourself a favor and take advantage of this unique location and a country full of very friendly people.
• 02/27/09
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  Eric Dallin , North Carolina
  • I was lucky enough to spend three FABULOUS weeks at Casa Bella in January of 2009. The home was impecably maintained and well appointed. The living area featured plenty of space to spread out and I found it perfectly suited for entertaining. The upstairs terrace provided me with an amazing view of the volcano and surrounding mountains. I enjoyed morning coffee on the balcony off the master and can't describe the effects that the rising sun had on the mountains to the west of the home. I could not be happier with the service I received from Virginia (the housekeeper) and Robin (the homeowner) was a pleasure to work with. I was pleased and surprised to receive a phone call from her shortly after my arrival to ensure that I was settling in ok. The kitchen is fully equipped and Virginia served some excellent meals. I had some friends over for wine and appetizers and was pleased to see that she took the time to put a fire in the fireplace. Her attention to detail was great! The neighborhood was very secure and everyone that I met was very pleasant. The location was great and I quickly learned how to navigate the city. I awoke in the morning to the faint sounds of the city in the distance. Very pleasant. If considering a stay in Antigua you will not be disappointed with a visit to Casa Bella!!! I studied Spanish dirng my stay and even left some study materials if you are doing the same. I recommend the Academia Antiguena if you are looking for a school. Great instructors and a pleasant atmosphere. The home is close enough to come back to Casa Bella for lunch as I did almost every day.
• 01/22/09
  Positive Rating
  Michael Wrenshall , Thunder Bay, Ontario Canada
  • Pictures and photos do not do casabella justice. It is a modern, dignified, and graceful home, with all ameneties. It was safe and private, and my family, grandchildren, etc, all had a great time.
• 12/07/08
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  • I stayed at this beautiful house for several months last year, and absolutely loved it. It was a wonderful experience and I would definitely want to go back.
• 11/12/08
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  Lindsey , Franklin, TN
  • I had the privilege of living in this beautiful home with my daughter Eliana for over a month!! The second you walk in the doors....you feel like you are at home. The views are AMAZING....and the decor is fabulous. It would make a wonderful place to vacation or a perfect place to call home for a few months!! We were sad to leave!
• 11/11/08
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  , Kansas City, MO
  • Great place to stay for a week or months! This house is very clean, comfortable, quiet, and secure. Just a few blocks from the markets, grocery store, restaurants, and fun of Antigua, with the calmness of a gated neighborhood. Sunny and spacious. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here!

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