Location: Cartagena, Colombia, South America (Unit Located in Edificio Palmetto, Bocagrande, Cartagena)
Accommodations: Upscale Condo/Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Promotions may be available during summer months only. Edifico Palmetto is centrally located in Bocagrande, just minutes west of the Old Walled City (World Heritage City) by taxi. This unit is one of the newest on the market, completed and furnished with high quality furnishing, American queen size beds, pillow top mattresses, comfortable L-shaped sectional in living area. Stereo system that plays CD's and DVD's, linked to 32" LCD wall mounted TV by HDMI cable. Cable, Internet and Local Telephone Service.
This new to market 17th floor unit has ocean view from the living room and both master bedrooms. No curtain in the living room as it opens onto a large balcony; custom made drapes in both bedrooms.
Unit has large refrigerator, microwave, over and 4 burners on cooking surface. Unit has NEW on demand hot water system and it works. Both baths are full baths with shower. More than adequate dishes, utensils, pots and pans for those who want to cook.
Cartagena is an incredible city. In fact, Colombia is an incredible country and its citizens are friendly and unassuming. Spanish is not a must, but is extremely helpful.
The recent film, Love in the Time of Cholera was filmed in Cartagena.
The old walled city allows one to wander for days, viewing incredible architecture, world class shopping and great restaurants. To get a feel for the real Colombia, visit the old city and surrounding areas. To the west (by boat) you will find an island chain that has incredible aqua marine water, perfect for snorkeling or just boating. Many tour operators run to the islands or you can do as I do and rent a boat and leisurely cruise the islands and visit a variety of beaches.
I was fortunate several years back to visit Cartagena with natives of Colombia. I was enchanted not only by Cartagena, but by other cities I visited, including Bogota. A visit to Cartagena and a stay in my condominium/apartment will allow you to relax and return home with stories to tell. You will be compelled to return as soon and often as you can.
Should you stay in my unit, I will provide as much insight as I can.
The unit is not restricted to adults (although that is my preference) however, Cartagena is probably more for adults than children. I require photo id in the form of drivers license and passports from all occupants. 50% of rental is due on booking and 50% 30 days in advance of occupancy; minimum 7 days rental. Arrangements for keys can be made in a variety of ways, depending upon where you are travelling from and time and date of arrival.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: three separate units with remote; 1 main living area, one in each bedroom
- Washer: no washer in unit; but building will have multiple community units by January 2009
- Dryer: no dryer in unit; but building will have multiple community units by January 2009
- Linens Provided: quality lines, bath and kitchen towels
- Garage: underground secure parking
- Covered Parking: underground secure parking
- Elevator: 2 elevators floor 1 to 3; on 3rd floor 3 elevators service floors 4-39
- Beds
- Queen Bed: queen bed with pillow top mattress both master bedrooms
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: cable tv link is being installed
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: perhaps 25-30 CD's on premises, variety of music, more later
- Shared Pool: large pool overlooking ocean on 3rd floor, restaurant adjacent to open soon
- Sauna: near pool, as is the state of the art gym
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: this unit is all new, as are all appliances, large refrigerator, microwave, stove, oven
- Cooking Utensils Provided: more than adequate for 4 people
- Refrigerator: New Frigidaire
- Microwave: mid size
- Catering Available: from a variety of restaurants, but I did not use this service
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony: circular shaped balcony, perfect for viewing the beach, the old city at night
- View/Location
- Beachfront: Unit directly fronts beach; beach cabanas are available from a variety of vendors; Palmetto is located 30 meters east of Hotel Capilla Del Mar
- Communications
- Telephone: not yet installed
- Broadband Internet: in process of installation
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): in process of installation, most who travel here bring cell phones suitable for international use
- Other Amenities
- Unit has two (2) master bedrooms, with custom made queen (US style) queen beds and pillow top mattresses; linens and bed coverings suitable for tropical environment; small CD library with DVD library in place early 2009; custom made entertainment center and wall mounted 32" LCD Television; unit new and furnished October, 2008. Unit located 17th floor of tallest and newest building in Bocagrande (39 stories). Living room has L shaped lounge (couch). State of the art security, entry into Palmetto on 1st floor, cleared through security to main desk on 3rd floor, where elevator bank whisks you to 17th floor. On the 3rd floor you will find large pool overlooking ocean, restaurant (to open soon), sauna, state of the art gym.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Standard Rate .................. $250/night (US Dollars).
Christmas, Easter and Pageant .. $350/night (US Dollars).
June 15 - August 15 -- $200.00 night
Payment through wire transfer, check or PayPal & Paypal Visa.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
The Unique Benefits of this Upscale Condo/Apartment
The unit is furnished with high quality furnishing and has after my viewing of some other units in the complex the best furnishing, with the exception of the penthouse. Full size, not Colombia size queen beds, custom drapes from the United States, custom fabric from the United States for the living room sectional sofa, chairs for the beach, an umbrella for the beach, a wide array of towels for the chaise lounges at the pool, at the beach, beach towels and an umbrella you are free to take from the unit and use at the beach.
Property Photos
- Edificio Palmetto from the beach - Cartagena Vacation Condo Enjoy - Diving, Golf , Waterskiing
- living room view / L shaped couch - very relaxing and comfortable - Cartagena Vacation Condo Enjoy - Diving, Golf , Waterskiing
- entertainment center, wall mounted LCD Television - Cartagena Vacation Condo Enjoy - Diving, Golf , Waterskiing
- kitchen area, dining room table
- bedroom showing bed and drapes
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #213395
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