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Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View

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Living area
Pool
Interior
Private kitchen
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments

    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Lake Atitlán
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Dog-friendly
  • Outdoor pool
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Santa Catarina Palopó, Sololá
  • Place, Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Atitlán
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Panajachel Municipal Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos)
    ‪119 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Carina Loft Bedroom

2 Double Beds

Carina Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Carina Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Carina Loft Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Carina Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View

Escape to Lake Atitlán at Carina, our largest residence at Casa Verapaz. With soaring ceilings, a private balcony and expansive lake and volcano views, Carina is ideal for families and groups of friends looking for a spacious and peaceful stay.

The space
Carina accommodates up to 8 guests with a private main bedroom, spacious open loft and 2.5 bathrooms.

The main bedroom has a king bed, while the loft has two king beds. A sofa bed in the living room provides additional sleeping space.

The residence features a freestanding bathtub overlooking the lake and volcanoes, a full kitchen with refrigerator and freezer, spacious living and dining areas, a dedicated workspace, Wi-Fi, cable TV and a private gas BBQ.

Carina also has a private balcony with outdoor furniture and approximately 5-meter ceilings in the main bedroom and living/dining areas.

About Casa Verapaz
Casa Verapaz is a peaceful lakeside property set across nearly 5,000 m² of gardens in Santa Catarina Palopó. Carina is completely private to your reservation, while the swimming pool, jacuzzi, larger gardens and natural lake access are shared with registered guests staying in our other residences, Vela and Pablo.

The pool is unheated. The jacuzzi is heated on request. Our lake access is natural lakeshore access, not a beach-style swimming area.

Location
Casa Verapaz has both road and lakeside access. We are a short walk from the center of Santa Catarina Palopó and about 10–15 minutes by road from Panajachel.

Santa Catarina Palopó is a relaxed Kaqchikel Maya community on Lake Atitlán, offering a quieter setting while remaining close to Panajachel and other destinations around the lake.

Guest access
Guests have private access to the entire Carina residence and its balcony.

You will also have access to the shared pool, jacuzzi, larger gardens and natural lake access.

Carina includes one assigned parking space. On-site parking is best suited for smaller vehicles; larger or additional vehicles may require nearby parking.

Some gated areas of the property, including the main house and service areas, are reserved for owners and staff.

Other things to note
Check-in instructions are sent 24 hours before arrival.

Dogs are welcome for an additional fee of $50 USD / Q385 per pet, per stay. Please add your pet to the reservation.

Paid laundry service is available for Q60 per load. There is no washer or dryer inside Carina.

Casa Verapaz is built into the hillside, so some shared areas are reached by outdoor paths and stairs.

Exterior security cameras monitor designated entrances and common access areas. They record video only, not audio. There are no cameras inside private guest spaces.

Only registered overnight guests may enter or use the pool, jacuzzi, gardens and lake access. Outside visitors are not permitted under a normal accommodation reservation.

Santa Catarina Palopó is part of a living community. Guests may occasionally hear church bells, religious services and music, dogs, boats, fireworks or local celebrations. Fireworks can sometimes occur early in the morning.

We respect our guests’ privacy and are always happy to help with questions, local recommendations, transportation, private chefs, massages, boat trips or other local experiences during your stay.

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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

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4022985vb
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 no smoke detector on the property

About the area

Santa Catarina Palopo

Santa Catarina Palopo is home to this apartment. Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó and La Galeria are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center and Atitlan Reserve Butterfly Garden. Calle de las Artes and Calle del Café are also worth visiting.
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Santa Catarina Palopó, Sololá

What's nearby

  • Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Atitlán - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Panajachel Municipal Market - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Church of Saint Francis - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Casa Cakchiquel Arts Center - 13 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante El Cayuco - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Atlantis - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nativo Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Atitlan - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kinnik - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View on 3 Feb 2027 start from AU$690, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carina at Casa Verapaz - 1BR + Loft - Volcano View located?

Situated in Santa Catarina Palopo, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó and Lake Atitlán. Santa Catarina Palopo Church and La Galeria are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!

Loved it all! Thank you for the hospitality! It was stunning and comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our group of six—beautiful garden, wonderful views, and nice kitchen. Alfonso, the groundskeeper, was extremely helpful and responsive. We would absolutely recommend staying in this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bellissimo!!

very nice and comfortable place; easy to reach all the facilities. the caretaker was very helpful. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Everything about this property is amazing. The views, location, and garden are phenomenal and the photos don’t do it justice. Our host and groundskeeper were so amazing and we couldn’t have felt more welcome!! I would stay here 1000 times and recommend everyone else do so as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

Our entire stay was nothing short of amazing!!! The host and groundskeeper were so pleasant and immediately make you feel welcomed. The apartment is gorgeous with direct views of the lake. There is a large garden filled with beautiful trees, plants, a pool and jacuzzi. Perfect location with lake access!!! We would 100% choose to stay at this property over and over again lol
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Francesca is a great guest. She communicated with us and was patient and flexible with our team. We really enjoyed hosting her and her group. We welcome her anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Casa Verapaz. The caretaker Alfonso was great and communication with Julio was excellent. The views from the living area are truly breathtaking and accommodations are wonderful. Santa Catarina Palopó is a short walk down the hill and is a great little village. Our boys played soccer with the locals there and we bought fresh tortillas for breakfast. The tuk tuk ride to Pana was easy and affordable. If you are noise sensitive, know that the structure is shared so some noise does drift in from the other unit. There are also dogs on the property that intermittently bark during the night. But, we were overall very happy with our selection and would stay here again. I can’t imagine a more beautiful setting than Casa Verapaz and it is definitely worth 5 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2025
Allen was a great guest and we welcome them back anytime to Casa Verapaz.

About the host

Hosted by Julio Herrera

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I’m Julio, originally from Guatemala. I love creating stays that feel warm, easy, and thoughtfully prepared. I enjoy good design, great neighborhoods, and helping guests experience the places around them. At Casa Verapaz, we respect your privacy while being available if you need recommendations or help during your stay.

Why they chose this property

We chose Santa Catarina Palopó because it is a beautiful Kaqchikel Maya village where local culture and everyday community life remain an important part of the experience. We love its colorful streets, peaceful lakeside setting, and extraordinary views of Lake Atitlán and the volcanoes.

It also offers a wonderful balance: Casa Verapaz feels removed from it all, while Panajachel is only about 10–15 minutes away by car.

What makes this property unique

Casa Verapaz combines private apartment-style living with nearly 5,000 m² of gardens, beautiful lake and volcano views, and shared amenities including a pool, jacuzzi, and natural lake access.

Each residence is completely private, while the larger property gives guests space to relax and enjoy Lake Atitlán. We are also just a short walk from the center of Santa Catarina Palopó and about 10–15 minutes by car from Panajachel.

Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese

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