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BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center.

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Best event spot in town
Terrace/patio
Room
Pool
Modern luxury living room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
12 bedrooms16 bathroomsSleeps 26929.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cartagena, Bolívar
  • Place, Clock Tower
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Walls of Cartagena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cartagena de Indias Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

12 bedrooms (sleeps 26)

Double Queen Master Room

2 Queen Beds

King Room

1 King Bed

King Room

1 King Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

Queen Room

1 Queen Bed

16 bathrooms

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Livingroom Bathroom

Toilet

Poolside Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Rooftop Bathroom

Toilet

Staff Bathroom

Soap · Toilet

Staff Showers

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center.

This is Cartagena's best located luxury 12 bedroom villa that is right in the middle of it all.

What to expect:
* Best Location in the OLD CITY.
* Private Entertaining Rooftop Space.
* Butler & cleaning staff included.
* Rooftop Pool.
* Hotel quality yet with home privacy.
* Amazing Views of the Cathedral.
* Large Comfortable Rooms, Queen/ King Beds & Balconies
* Soundproofing
* Internal Private Art Gallery
* Everything you need to have an amazing trip...

Ivy House is a premier 12 bedroom villa located in the most vibrant part of the historic city center. Everything you need is within a couple blocks including grocery stores, currency exchanges, drug stores, restaurants, cafes, bars, and historic sites. Although everything is within walking distance, taxis can be found in front of the door with expected wait time of less than a minute.

The refurbishment of Ivy House was completed in 2021 and has since been seen as Cartagena’s latest and greatest luxury villa that is ready to host large groups for short term stays.

Enjoy spectacular views of the the old city from rooms that come equipped with private balconies, high ceilings, queen/ king sized beds, smart televisions, closet space, air conditioning, fans, workstations, digital locks, safes and soundproofing. Each room comes equipped with a private ensuite, hot water, water pressure and all the amenities for your comfort.

There is high speed WIFI with professional relays on every floor including the roof, giving you the best internet access anywhere in the building.

The property has a large living room with 2 main entertaining areas. The first is the living room that has comfy couches, teak tables, a large smart television, a working bar, stereo with ceiling speakers and a large dining table that seats 12 people. The second entertaining area is the rooftop which has spectacular views of Cartagena’s most impressive historic landmarks. On the rooftop you will find a pool with side bar and water feature, a large pergola that shades an industrial kitchen, bar and dining area. The pool is surrounded by a nice array of seating, lighting, greenery, and sun chairs .

The house is also an art gallery. Local artists who have draped the walls with colorful pieces that can be purchased directly from the artist who will come and prepare it for your journey back to your country.

This property is in a league of its own and suitable for those who want to be at the "Times Square" of the historic city center and want hotel quality but the privacy of your own place.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are stairs and a pool which can be dangerous
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Beautiful rooftop is perfect for entertaining.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking from balconies or rooftop common area.
Personal security is required for non registered guests to enter the property.
If the amount of guests exceeds the amount booked on this platform a $120 fee per extra person, per night, applies.
We don't like to impose rules, but your security is our top priority. All rules will be sent to the guest before check in.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Beautiful rooftop is perfect for entertaining.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 119759

We should mention

If you are travelling with a child, your property may require you to present the following documents: parents travelling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Colombian citizens) at check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is travelling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is travelling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarised consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Colombian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

About the area

Cartagena

Located by the sea, this villa is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Cartagena's Gold Museum and Bastion of Santiago are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Las Bovedas and Mall Plaza El Castillo. Travelling with kids? Consider Caribbean Naval Museum, or check out an event or a game at Nuevo Bosque Softball Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cartagena, Bolívar

What's nearby

  • Clock Tower - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bolivar Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Walls of Cartagena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪San Valentín Restaurante Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Buena Vida - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Candé - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEST LOCATED luxury villa located in the heart of historic city center. located?

This family-friendly Cartagena villa is located by the sea, just steps away from University of Cartagena and Clock Tower. Cartagena de Indias Convention Center and Bocagrande Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

About the host

Hosted by Dan Durda

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I'm a Canadian/ Australian who moved to Cartagena in 2010 to enjoy the warmth and amazing Caribbean culture.
I have several businesses around the country, am a part time novelist, and retired hockey player.

Why they chose this property

The Ivy House Cartagena is right in the middle of the historic city center that is encapsulated within large coral walls that protected the city from invaders for centuries.
The beautiful old Spanish architecture makes you feel like you're walking through an old European town but with added benefit of having pristine Caribbean islands just a quick boat ride away. There is no wonder why this neighborhood was attributed the nickname- "The Pearl of the Caribbean."
For almost 500 years this city has kept its charm and now predominately geared to tourism with amazing restaurants, bars, entertainment and historic monuments wherever you look.
You have everything you need within blocks and is the hub of everything here. You can also rest assured knowing that the historic city center is secure and patrolled by police.

What makes this property unique

** Best LOCATION - you are IN the action.
** Best ROOFTOP TERRACE with amazing VIEWS of historic monuments.
** Rooftop POOL and entertaining area.
** All rooms have PRIVATE BATHROOMS with HOT showers and water pressure.
** Has everything you need and is like a hotel but with the PRIVACY of your own home.
** All rooms have SMART TELEVISIONS.
** High speed WIFI on all floors.
** SOUND PROOFING.
** Industrial kitchen, BBQ, and EVERYTHING you need.
** BUTLER and CLEANING staff is included.
** Has an internal Art GALLERY to support local artists.
** BACHELOR friendly.

In brief, the Ivy House Cartagena has been developed for groups who want privacy, security and fun.

This place is upscale, yet priced well below anything in it's category.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish