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Casa De Las Tortugas-A Historic Bungalow Retreat

Holiday home in El Paso with kitchen and patio

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Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71990 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Kitchen
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Place, El Paso County Coliseum
Place, El Paso Zoo
Place, Fort Bliss
Airport, El Paso, TX (ELP-El Paso Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Futon and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Casa De Las Tortugas-A Historic Bungalow Retreat

Welcome Home! Whether you’re in El Paso for work or fun, we invite you to our beautiful Spanish Bungalow in the Austin Terrace Historic District – this is a 1940s boho bungalow that has been completely renovated: open concept with tons of natural light, cove ceilings, refrigerated air, private courtyard, cozy yet spacious with lots of charm. Very easy access to highways, restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and run/bike trails. Just minutes from Loretto Academy, Downtown El Paso, Fort Bliss.

Bungalow house is fully equipped:
• Keyless Entry
• High Speed WiFi
• Refrigerated Air
• Smart TV's in BRs and LR with Netflix, etc.
• All major appliances:
• Refrigerator
• Range
• Dishwasher
• Microwave
• Washer/Dryer
• Coffee maker
• Iron, ironing board
• Pots, pans, utensils, toaster, blender
• Towels and Bed Linens
• Blow dryer
• 1-infant pack ‘n play
• First Aid Kit
• RING Camera: It is located on the front door looking outside. It will be ON during your stay.
• A/C Mini split master bedroom

*Please READ the following carefully*
The furniture may not be the exact same shown in our photos. From time to time, we may swap a bed or sofa, as part of an upgrade for example, but please rest assured that your bed accommodations will remain the same so that you may plan / reserve confidently. If you have any doubts, please just send us a message and we're happy to confirm for you either way.

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Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Turn off the AC mini split located in the master bedroom.

Leave dirty dishes inside the dishwasher but do not start.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

El Paso

Located in El Paso, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Air Defense Artillery Museum and El Paso Museum of History are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include El Paso Zoo and Gene Roddenberry Planetarium. La Rodadora Espacio Interactivo and Bob-O's Family Fun Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, mountain biking and cycling.

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El Paso, TX

What's nearby

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
El Paso County Coliseum - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
El Paso Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
Cielo Vista Mall - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
Fort Bliss - 5 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

El Paso Union Depot - 13 min drive
El Paso International Airport (ELP) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Los Bandidos De Carlos & Mickey's - ‬3 min drive
‪Whataburger - ‬18 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
‪Subway - ‬14 min walk
‪El Sarape del Valle - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa De Las Tortugas-A Historic Bungalow Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa De Las Tortugas-A Historic Bungalow Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa De Las Tortugas-A Historic Bungalow Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa De Las Tortugas-A Historic Bungalow Retreat located?

Located in the heart of El Paso, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Concordia Cemetery, John Wesley Hardin's Grave and Bassett Place. Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso and University Medical Center of El Paso are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Carrie H.

10 Jun, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We were there for a graduation. The house was nice. However the bed and in the master bedroom was a little hard. Other than that it was great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marivel L.

6 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like home, very roomy and comfortable

Beautiful home, very accommodating stay, would definitely book again! Easy check in, very clean exactly what we were looking for in our stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

15 Apr, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So clean

We loved the kitchen. It was a great space. Perfect location as well

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa M.

27 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We appreciated the hosts stocking the house with thoughtful things like a variety of sugars for coffee, cold water bottles in the fridge, etc. One suggestion would be to add extra blankets/pillows/towels in closets. I would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weslei R.

14 May, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Property

We really loved this home. It was serene and cozy. We especially enjoyed the outdoor spaces in the evenings. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeremy g.

12 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

El Paso Gem

Incredibly clean and well maintained home. Centrally located. Host went a live and beyond to ensure comfort throughout entire stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lisa L.

2 Nov, 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tortuga House review

Very cool place Jorge and Fatima. Very enjoyable!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana S., Aurora, Colorado

25 Feb, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in a cute El Paso neighborhood

We enjoyed staying here and it was very comfortable for my family. The kitchen was a great place to hang out for everyone. The neighborhood was cute and we felt safe. There are grocery stores and restaurants nearby. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

16 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

HOME AGAIN

This home was so beautiful and had amazing El Paso charm. It was very clean, beds were comfy, the kitchen was extra large, the multiple outdoor seating areas provided bonus space to relax, the AC worked extremely well and the location was perfect. Could not have chosen a better place for our hometown visit. I will absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda B.

30 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, place with lots of character

We enjoyed our stay here. Convenient to many destinations around El Paso. One note: if you’re sensitive to fragrances, this may not be the place for you. There was a strong smell of Fabuloso and plug-in fragrances throughout the house.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karl R., Aldie, VA

15 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect Place to Stay

Our stay was perfect. The house is set up very nicely and in great condition. Beds were comfortable and met our needs. An exceptional touch was having coffee, water, and a couple of sodas in the house. Jorge is very responsive and helpful. Thank you for a great stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A.

29 Dec, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Casa de las Tortugas is located in Central El Paso, situated on a beautiful tree-lined boulevard adjacent to the exclusive Pennsylvania Circle area. Easy access to the airport and freeway, you are minutes from any of the best restaurants and attractions El Paso has to offer. The house itself is a renovated 1940’s bungalow with a huge kitchen, Mater bedroom and Mater bath. Six adults stayed comfortably as the house is well-appointed with everything you could possibly need. Jorge was east to book with and was in constant communication before and after the stay. You will not find a more comfortable, homey stay than this! We all loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor S.

19 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home!

We had a wonderful time at Casa de la Tortugas. The house was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was large and spacious, it was our favorite! We enjoyed being able to all be together while we cooked our meals! It was also nice perk having Netflix in the evening to watch a movie together. Overall it was a wonderful stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilia E.

10 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa de Las Tortugas was great!

We've stayed in a lot of rental properties over the years and this was easily one of the best. The home was beautiful and clean and had everything we needed. Jorge has truly put thought into making his guests as comfortable as possible. From coffee and creamer to toiletries, he has gone the extra step to ensure a great experience. An added bonus was having Costco and Target just minutes away. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chenai N.

8 Aug, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil home, great location

The pictures of this home were wonderful but they still don't show you exactly how beautiful this home is. The kitchen was a dream. I wanted it for myself. The host was very responsive and easy to get a hold of. The neighborhood was safe enough to walk in the morning. Parking was easy and the location was close to EVERYTHING. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here.

Stayed 23 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marcella B., San Antonio

8 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House, Great Location

I’ve can’t say enough nice things about Jorge and this house! Everything was wonderful. This was one of the cleanest rentals we have ever stayed in! The beautiful kitchen was well stocked. And the location was perfect for all our activities and close to the airport. Jorge is the nicest owner; always communicating and quick to respond. Luckily, the house was available for an early check in and Jorge was super accommodating for our group especially traveling with young kids. We will defining stay here again the next time we’re in town!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

26 Jan, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint, clean and well located

Overall, we enjoyed the home and recommend it. The house is updated, well-kept, and tastefully decorated. It is comfortable, and the location is convenient. The pictures are accurate. The kitchen is nice and spacious. Every night we watched Netflix in the cozy living room, The house sits on a corner but neither street is all that busy. There are two outdoor spaces which we did not use (too cold) but quite nice. There was nothing negative about the place, but I do have some recommendations based on what we encountered- 1. Automatic porch light or a door keypad that lights up on touch. On arrival, it was dark and we couldn't make out the numbers on the keypad. 2. Add luggage racks in each room. 3. Add additional pillows and blankets in each room. 4. Equip the kitchen with more glasses, spoons, forks and bowls. :) 5. Add more towels - at least two per guest. Please note: These recommendations did not influence my review or score. Overall, the home was inviting, beautiful, clean and perfect for our needs.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

29 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House and great neighborhood

Casa de tortugas is a beautiful, clean house to stay in. It is located in a great neighborhood, the layout was perfect and had everything we needed for our stay. Our visit to El Paso was due to a medical emergency, and we were uncertain about our length of stay, but Jorge Lopez proved to be an exceptionally understanding and amazing host. I highly recommend this home for your next stay.

Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

18 Sept, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Experience

This was exactly what we needed. The host was welcoming and we were able to reach out to him with a question and he responded within 5 minutes. When we return to El Paso we will stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

22 Feb, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diamond quarters

The house was perfect for our group of over 65, because of our age we could have used a rail on the front Steps, and in the showers. The beds are a bit high if you have a height issue, most of us are short. The linens are nice and the towels are exceptional, we all want to purchase the same towels for ourselves. The kitchen was equipped with everything you need and then some. Casa de Las Tortugas left us many complimentary gifts that were not only a surprise and but very welcomed. The traffic is quite heavy on the side street but it bothered no one in our group. Parking is also an issue at the house if you have more that two cars but there is parking on the street. The neighborhood is nice, we walked and enjoyed the older homes and the beautiful weather. Casa de Las Tortugas is tastefully decorated and full equipped. I would recommend Casa De Las Tortugas to anyone needed a home in central El Paso. Jorge was great to work with as well. Thank you Jorge for making feel so welcome, all in all we had a fabulous time, your home is lovely.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlee O.

28 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good stay

Nice easy to get to location. No issues with the house itself. The host was friendly and responsive.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich M., Oahu, Hawaii

28 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

El Paso visit

Our second stay with Jorge at this property we enjoyed our stay as this home meets our needs for both family and location. The kitchen is large and great for us to prepare meals and just hang out. I would recommend and we would visit and use the property again. As always Jorge has been very helpful from the get go.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

30 May, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home Gracious Host

Jorge went above and beyond to be an accommodating host. Highly recommend booking this property. Jorge knows all the things to do in El Paso.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will R.

20 Apr, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Wonderful accommodations for a family visit to El Paso. Centrally located in a nice area for walking. Comfortable beds and great kitchen.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

14 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty perfect

Jorge was extraordinarily accommodating and helpful and the house had everything I wanted the way I wanted it. Couldn’t be more happy with the experience

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jorge Lopez

Hi! Hola!

My name is Jorge. I'm originally from Cd. Juarez, Mexico but have spent the majority of my years in beautiful ol' El Paso. I have fallen in love with this region and everything it has to offer. I'm passionate about our culture, our food, our region, and our community. As a host, my goal is to always represent the beautiful ideals of our region and that wherever you're from that you may feel welcomed. We're happy you're here!

-Jorge

Languages:

English, Spanish

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Carrie H.

Carrie H.

10/10 Excellent

Marivel L.

Felt like home, very roomy and comfortable

Marivel L.

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

So clean

Ann R.

10/10 Excellent

Christa M.

Great stay

Christa M.

10/10 Excellent

Weslei R.

Peaceful Property

Weslei R.

10/10 Excellent

jeremy g.

El Paso Gem

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2/10 Terrible

Lisa L.

Tortuga House review

Lisa L.

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana S., Aurora, Colorado

Great location in a cute El Paso neighborhood

Tatyana S.

10/10 Excellent

Crystal M.

HOME AGAIN

Crystal M.

8/10 Good