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Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff

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5 bedrooms5 bathrooms1440 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
The current price is AED 3,306
AED 4,195 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff

La Casa Que Besa El Mar is located in the old city of Cartagena de Indias. It sits unobstructed, with views of the historic Spanish Colonial wall set just in front of the ever expansive ocean. Facing west, the sunset is visible each and every day, with optimal viewing from La Casa’s spectacular mirador (roof terrace).

La Casa Que Besa el Mar is the product of two colonial homes, combined and renovated to create a modern, spacious living environment like no other. Its Mediterranean style architecture allows cool breezes to sweep through open-air spaces throughout the day, providing moments of respite from the healing heat.

The attention to detail can be felt from the moment you arrive, with beautiful artifacts and exquisite furniture—accrued from years of travel—lining every room. Unique spaces designed for eating, talking, reading, tanning, and resting live on all four floors, facilitating the needs of each unique guest.

Every bedroom has its own unique touch, from handmade quilts and paintings from local artists, to brass waterfall showerheads and mosaic walls. They feature their own remote controlled A/C system for custom climate control, although we encourage guests to sleep with their doors open and let the nightly breeze filter in.

The home features five bedrooms, each with their own full bath. A swimming pool on the ground floor, and two lounging pools, including one on the roof terrace for prime sunset viewing. A full-time staff of four awaits to greet you upon arrival and make your stay as comfortable as possible, providing concierge services, from restaurant reservations and in-house massages to boat rentals and day trips upon request.

La Casa is primely located just walking distance from all the old city of Cartagena has to offer and just a 30-minute boat ride from the beautiful white sand beaches and warm turquoise waters of Las Islas del Rosarios. A curated list of must-see destinations and exquisite dining venues will be made available to you and any specific requests are encouraged prior to your arrival.

We hope you can experience La Casa Que Besa El Mar and the beauty of Cartagena.

Bienvenidos.

Property manager

Andrea Villegas

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchairs on site
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: not in the bedrooms

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Cooking classes
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 15,500 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
As your stay comes to a close, there’s nothing you need to do—just leave the keys in the safe deposit box, take your memories with you, and a smile in your heart. Our team will take care of the rest

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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: 50
Note from host: We don't accept bachelor parties .
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 65204

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
If you are traveling with a child your property may require you to present the following documents: Parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be required to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens) upon check-in. If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents and a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized 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.
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
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What's nearby

  • Walls of Cartagena - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bolivar Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Clock Tower - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Bocagrande Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Rafael Nunez Intl. Airport (CTG) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe del Mar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Vitrola - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pink Dolphin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Bar El Burlador De Sevilla - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pepe Anca Tierra Y Mar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cartagena Walled City villa is within a 15-minute walk of Walls of Cartagena, Clock Tower, and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center. Bastion of Santiago and Plaza Santo Domingo are just steps away.

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Enchanting villa in Historic Center - sea views and sunsets - Chef & full staff Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro B.

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

My family and I had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house and excellent service...🥰😍🤩

This property has the best location in the walled City and for my family and I this property is the most beautiful in this city.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colette C.

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

Magical Place!

Wonderful home, fantastic location, exceptional staff. We were a group of 8 adults - lovely private bedrooms & baths,beautiful refreshing pool and dip pools on multi levels-lots of places to relax & read or explore the art throughout this unique & magical open air home! Staff was so helpful-food was terrific and Andrea our gracious host was so helpful 24/7. We wanted for nothing! We would definitely come back!!! Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri O.

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

Amazing Birthday Trip

This trip and home exceeded my expectations in every way. Planned a trip for 10 friends to celebrate a birthday. This home was perfect. Spectacular home - so unique and beautiful. Well located in Cartagena with a magnification view of the wall and sea. The home itself is spectacular. So artfully decorated, spacious and comfortable with so many areas for groups to gather. Staff was so attentive. Andrea was amazing and helped not only with all arrangements for the home but also planning other events in Cartagena including a beach day, catamaran boating day, cooking class, salsa class and even a live band and dinner at the house. Breakfast every morning was delicious. Cartagena itself is a magical town and staying at this wonderful home will make your stay even more memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro B.

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

Wonderful Place

We have been here several times and will continue to do so. I think that summarizes our experience in a nutshell.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco U., New York City

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

Paradise within a Paradise

Words can't describe the beauty of this house. This was my second time staying here and I fell in love with the house all over again. It truly is a paradise within a paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth B.

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

Incredible Stay in Cartagena

We had an amazing stay at Andrea's place in Cartagena. She was extremely helpful from the moment I booked our trip. We had a group of 11 girls in our early thirties and Andrea made the planning and the actual travel itself ver easy. With Andrea's recommendation, we decided to have several meals during our stay at the house and the food was delicious and the staff was very friendly. Her place is magical - you'll be lucky if you get to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

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

Pure perfection

If you are considering a home of this size you will not find a better home, location and staff that make everything perfect. Don’t bother looking anywhere else. All of our family was thrilled with the entire experience here and stay at this gorgeous house. Complete decadence. Thank you so much Andrea and everyone there!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

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

WOW

Place was amazing. Better then advertised. This place was phenomal on all levels, from the accommodations to the art to the staff. Highly recommend giving the staff money to let them go get food and cook already one meal for you. Will def be back if I’m ever back in Cartegena
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Wonderful Family Holiday in Cartagena

Wonderful home for a Holiday getaway to Cartagena. we have a family of 5 including 3 adult children so needed a place large enough for space for each but also central gathering space. The Home is beautiful, with space and charm on all the levels. we ended up spending most of our time on the ground floor open space and top floor overlooking the water. Andrea was a wonderful host, made sure we had transportation to the house, suggesting wonderful restaurant agenda / shopping for the experience. the staff (4 of them !) Carmelo, Muriel, Ciara and Anita were wonderful and took in stride my bad attempts at spanish. Would 100% return to this Casa if / when we return to Cartagena. BTW Colombians are wonderfully warm people and our visit made us want to visit more of the beautiful country. Steve C and family, Charlotte NC / NYC / Chicago USA
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

William D., Vero Beach, FL

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

Perfect Historical House with so much charm

We had an absolutely incredible time. The historic home has beautiful outdoor spaces and courtyard style main areas with comfortable air conditioned bedrooms. The outdoor showers, multiple balcony sitting areas and pools allow a group to spread out and enjoy this historic and very conveniently located home in the heart of the old city. The in home cooked breakfasts and lunch were delicious. Would highly recommend adding that service. Andrea (homeowner) was immensely helpful with recommendations and coordinating the plans, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie J., Birmingham, AL

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

This House is an Absolute Must!

Cannot put into words how incredible this place and the owner/staff are for anyone traveling in Cartagena. The house was immaculate, with stunning views, perfect accommodations and incredible places to gather on every floor. Perfect location in the city as well with ocean views. In addition to the accommodations, the staff are the nicest, kindest group of people who make your stay ten times better. Andrea helped curate the perfect itinerary! She communicated all weeekend to make sure we had what we needed. I Would return to this place a thousand times over.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francisco U.

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

A paradise within a paradise

The love and enthusiasm that went into creating this home is apparent from the moment you walk in. It is beautiful. The staff is genuinely kind and was always there to help without being on top of you. Andrea the owner was always reachable. Congratulations to her and her team. My only complaint is that the house is so magnificent it makes you not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn M.

Phenomenal service staff and location

This is by far the most amazing home we have stayed at. We are still speechless on how beautiful the home is and what an attentive host and stafff. They could not of made our stay more enjoyable. My husband wanted me to check availability for New Years but of course it was already taken. Cartagena is an amazing city with people that welcome you with open arms. Andrea thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Life Experience, sad to leave!

We travel extensively, from rustic to luxury. We stayed just over 3 weeks at Andrea's spectacular property and invited family and friends to come visit. Fantastic! The property is striking, the city captivating, the staff warm and generous, and Andrea a wealth of assistance on things to do, restaurants, etc. Add on daily breakfast and some snacks/meals. Muriel makes the best ceviche and patacones in town! We had a birthday dinner one night that a 30-year old claims was " best ever!" complete with tres leches birthday cake. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond M.

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

Amazing - Don’t overthink it

If it’s within your budget and available, book it. The home is beautiful - elegant, yet very comfortable and cozy. Plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces for both congregating and also for spending time alone. It feels like someone’s lovingly cared for home, and not a vacation rental. The location is amazing- you are literally abutting the city walls and are facing the ocean. You can dip in the rooftop plunge pool or sit in the master bedroom hammock and look out over the ocean. The space is amazing, but what makes the property special is the ownership and staff. Andrea was a terrific host - perfect mix of welcoming and helpful but not pushy at all. She communicated quickly, arranged transportation, made us dinner reservations (at a popular place with limited availability) and generally looked out for us. The staff at the house was so warm and friendly while being very unobtrusive. Muriel made us fantastic breakfasts. Graciela , Anna, and Naira kept the space spotless and transformed the rooms from day (open, fans, lots of views) to night (turning the beds down and turning on the ACs) Carmelo kept the pools and public spaces impeccably clean. Tip. Consider tipping the staff at the end of your stay. Bottom Line: This place is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Most memorable family trip with adult children and 2 year old

We had our four adult children, their partners, and our grandson and it will probably be our most memorable family trips. We may have had a bit of a language barrier with our chef and staff but by day 3 we all got in a great rhythm for making our stay even that much better. They made our breakfasts daily, did any laundry and we so helpful even with a language barrier. Andrea our hostess made herself available weeks prior to our stay. Arranged transportation, golf and other outings. Was totally safe and secure. Will go back
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy E.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

This property is one of a kind with the pool and two spas and three levels. Not only is the property beautiful but the communication, the staff they provide, the cleanliness, the beautiful sea view, etc. was EXCEPTIONAL! Andre was so gracious to make meal reservations, arrange tours, and provide meals in the home. The decor is beautiful and there was plenty of space for our five couples to spread out. Also, the location was superb. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oscar G.

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

La Casa Que Besa El Mar

If you are staying in Cartagena, Colombia, and you wish to have an amazing experience (excellent amenities yet an authentic atmosphere), you can do no better than this property. In addition to the wonderful home, your host (Andrea) is extremely attentive and she is willing to assist with reservations (restaurant), activities or just about anything reasonable (she is complexity fluent in at least English and Spanish). Finally, the staff was incredible, friendly, efficient and nearly stealth while addressing all your needs. It was a great experience for my family and our friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha R.

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

Simply Incredible

The breakfast at the villa was one of our favorite features! Everyone was incredibly kind and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The employees of the villa are wonderful, kind, and trustworthy! I highly recommend this lovely piece of paradise by the sea! You will not regret it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

BEHZAD T.

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

Art gallery home with best sunset views in Cartagena

From the first contact the host was warm and welcoming. So humble and kind I had no idea what an over-the-top amazing home I had rented. Even though I had seen the pictures I was still blown away upon arrival. The host was even kind enough to arrange for a van to pick us up at the airport. The staff was so thoughtful and attentive. Even though we arrived earlier than check-in time they had delicious home made ipanadas and fresh salsa and juice ready for our group. This level of service remained through the duration of our stay. One night we ordered food from the restaurant next door “palo santo” and the waiters delivered the food and served us at our dining table, completely unexpected! I would give the host, the staff, and the overall experience 10 stars if I could. I would only want to stay at this house when visiting Cartagena.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eugene C.

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

Magical stay in the Old City of Cartegena

My family (three grown children and wife) just returned from an amazing stay at Andrea's house. The location is perfect-literally across the street from the walls of the old city and with unparalleled views of the ocean from the roof and second floor deck. But the location is only a small part of what makes this place so unique. The entire house is laid out in such a way to create multiple open-air spaces with plenty of plants to bring the beauty of the city to the inside of the house. The artwork throughout the house is fantastic and one could spend hours just looking at the marvelous paintings, sketches and sculptures. The staff of the house could not have been nicer-they prepared amazing breakfasts for us as well as a couple of dinners. They never got in our way; we loved having them with us. Andrea is an amazing hostess. She made sure our trip was unforgettable in every way possible- we created a detailed itinerary for our stay, and she made all the necessary transportation and dinner reservations, including changing them to suit our needs. One of my sons had a passport issue that required him to return to the states and then come back with the correct documentation. Andrea kept an eye on him through her contacts at the airport, an act of kindness we will never forget. This was one of our best trips ever and we can't wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia B., Medellin

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

The best house and beautiful house in Cartagena

La casa que besa el mar… It is The most beautiful house in Cartagena. We enjoyed every space. The employees are the best. Everything was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Amazing trip

Everything about our rental was top notch. The hostess was very helpful in our trip planning. The house is spectacular and the staff was friendly and helpful as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

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

Cartagena Amazingness

Rented this place for just over a week, and I couldn’t have asked for a better situation. Aside from the perfect location, beautiful views, and incredible artwork displayed throughout, there was more than enough room for me and my friends. The staff was very friendly and helpful, and more than willing to help with with any requests. Carmelo is the man, and Myra was so sweet, all of them were truly amazing. Almost had to choke back tears when it was time to check out. Many mahalos to Andrea and the whole gang, we had a blast!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rajiv S., GLENDALE

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

Awesome

The property and the Host was amazing. All was exactly the way stated in the listing. Enjoyed our stay and it is highly recommended. Will give full 5 stars for the same. Wonderful house staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021