In the heart of Cartagena's Old City, this stunning two-level apartment offers a lush tropical paradise within pristine colonial architecture. Unwind in your private rooftop deck, dip into your private Jacuzzi pool or enjoy the large courtyard with a full-size pool and hardscapes made from granite, marble and stone.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 61991 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town
Stunning Villa is a 2-story property for up to 8 people, featuring 3 bedroom with private bathrooms plus a social bathroom, plus exquisite decor and amenities. The Villa features tall ceilings and rich mahogany wood casings, ceilings, and shutters (in the style of Spanish colonial architecture), as well as modern high end furnishings and stone floors throughout. The first floor features one bedroom suite with a king bed, living room, dining room, social bathroom and kitchen, while the second floor features two additional bedroom suites with 2 twin beds configurable as matrimonial and an addition twin bed that is a nest with a full size/thickness mattress, as well as a private terrace for sunbathing and a large splash pool. Brand new fully stocked stone kitchen with dishwasher and private laundry. This property has cold A/Cs, hot water, and High-Speed fiber Wi-Fi Internet. Stunning Villa is located inside Casa Del Santisimo, which is a small complex of 6 luxury villas in the best neighborhood of the Old Town, featuring 24/7 security, an additional shared plunge pool, and a large lush courtyard with tropical vegetation. The location could not be better or more beautiful - you will be in the middle of the action with all the best restaurants, bars, and shopping all around you. In sum, this is a high-end Villa located in a tropical paradise. Note: The cleaning fee covers an end of stay cleaning. However, guests staying longer than 4 days, will receive cleanings every third day. Additional services are available a la carte. Please bring a portable music speaker!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Massage
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Car available
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Rooftop terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
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.
20 steps to reach entrance
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking inside the unit incurs a $200 fee.
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
In a village
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Illegal activity (including prostitution) is not permitted in the premises.
Late check-outs must be arranged ahead of time. Unapproved late check-outs will incur added fees ($50 per hour).
Unregistered visitors may not enter the complex unless arranged in writing with the owner. All guests must present ID prior to entry.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Portable crib available upon request
Events
No events allowed
Festive ambiance inside the apartment is fine
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking inside the unit incurs a $200 fee.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Festive ambiance inside the apartment is fine
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
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
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.
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located near the beach, this villa is in Cartagena Walled City, a neighbourhood in Cartagena. Teatro Heredia and Museum of the Colombian Emerald are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Clock Tower and House of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Fine Arts and Caribbean Naval Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. Visit our Cartagena travel guide
Does STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town located?
Located in Cartagena Walled City, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Iglesia de Santo Toribio de Mangrovejo and Clock Tower. Bocagrande Beach is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.
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STUNNING VILLA w/Private Terrace & Splash Pool in the Old Town Reviews
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The property was beautiful and the staff warm and helpful. Everything is within walking distance within the walled city and yet there is much privacy within the unit. We would highly recommend.
Thank you for sharing your home!!!
Holly H.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alan
7 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is well taken care of andvery comfortable. Mary, the administrator of the property, was very attentive to make sure the bed were arranged in order to meet our needs. Apartment 5 has three bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms. They are all well appointed and of comparable size — so everyone was happy with their accommodations. The kitchen has plenty to offer with a stove, microwave, coffee maker, and large washer and tumble dryer. All three amenities of home.
The host is amazing. Greeted us instantly when we booked and shared a generous amount of tourism information, including a terrific tour company. The property was just as pictured -- clean and luxurious. We do not speak Spanish, but everyone was patient with us and super kind. The translator apps worked efficiently. The property is an IDEAL location in the heart of the walled city, surrounded by boutique shopping and fabulous restaurants. We spent four nights on the property. The bird aviary tour was a unique, impressive excursion. It was one of our highlights. The host's recommendations for restaurants were very helpful! All the staff were like an extended family. Highly recommend the property and the host! Thanks for having us.
brian m.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike J.
6 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Very nice, with a couple of asterisks
Beautiful unit, presented as pictured. 24/7 doorman, which is nice, and site manager, though not english-speaking, was responsive and kind. Unit clean and highly functional. Location perfect for walkable vacation in Old Town Cartagena. Issue with rooftop bar across street playing loud booming reggaeton music till 4 am on weekend and holiday. Information package out of date (2022). Minimal provision of supplies. Oh, and bathrooms caution not to flush toilet paper, due to age of sewer infrastructure. If you're not requesting daily maid service, build up of used paper in bathroom bin could become a hygiene issue. Overall, a pleasant stay for a family of VRBO regulars.
This place was absolutely perfect for our girls weekend!! Clean, gorgeous and the perfect location! Also Ricardo, the concierge was absolutely amazing!! He helped us navigate the different excursions and we had the best time!!
We will definitely be back.
Monica - thank you for such a great trip. Ricardo and his brother Jose were great tour guides. We loved the city and the Airbnb was in the perfect location. The jacuzzi was perfect to hang out in, even though it didn’t get hot (but warm and comfortable.) The strong air conditioning was heaven. Thank you for a wonderful weekend.
The house exceeded our expectations. Check the hot tub upon arrival. It did not heat up for us. That was the only downside. Other than that the place was flawless. The location was perfect.
I like to thank Monica(owner) for all her help. She was always there with a response to all my questions.
Manager also very pleasant and very helpful.
The entitled team was outstanding.
Can wait to go back!
Thank you all for a great time and for all your help! I do recommend it 100%
Only one issue… no warm or hot water on any of the bedrooms.. sometimes in the kitchen but hit and miss
They tried to adjust the temp on water tank but it did not work.
Beautiful private apartment in the best area of the old city
Everything was wonderful with our vacation rental! 3 bedrooms with own private bathrooms with modern amenities with great hot water pressure. We were right across the street from the best restaurant in all of Cartagena (Carmen). We had dinner there 2 times it was so amazing. There is a pool in the lobby and your own private hot tub on the top floor. We spent a lot of time up there relaxing before our next adventure. Also, you have a doorman 24/7 to let you in and out of the building. Very safe and helpful. There was a leaking sink in the kitchen and it was fixed in less than an hour. I highly recommend.
We LOVED our stay at this property! The location is absolutely perfect, in the center of Old City and across the street from Carmen (best meal we had all trip!).
The pictures do not do this listing justice - it's GORGEOUS and has amazing modern amenities while still feeling authentic to Cartagena's history. Great AC in all the main rooms and bedrooms!
The rooftop jacuzzi was amazing and cooling off in the shared pool on entry level was perfect. It felt like a private pool as we never ran into any other guests using it.
I cannot say enough great things about the staff as well! They treated us SO well!
- Gustavo: at the door/front desk is amazing! He answers the door VERY quickly when you ring the doorbell to enter. He does not speak much English but does the best to communicate and is EXTREMELY helpful. Our luggage was delayed and he brought it up to the apartment once it arrived. He also escorted us to the grocery store when we got confused with the directions.
- Ricardo & Jose from GM International Travel: was put in touch with them through the property owner, Monica, and they were INCREDIBLE. HIGHLY recommend booking all of your activities and transport through them!! From airport transfers, to a private boat to the Rosario Islands, to even booking a day at Bora Bora Beach Club - Ricardo & Jose took care of EVERYTHING for us! They are a big part of why our trip went so smoothly. The level of service they provide is incredible and the prices are SO reasonable!
A few notes:
- bring a speaker for music at the house
- doorbell can be finicky so make sure you've definitely rang it, one corner works better than the others (and Gustavo will let you in immediately!)
- limited hot water/water pressure - (NOTE: they were working on the water pipes while we were checking out so this may not matter anymore) recommend spacing out showers and do not shower more than 1 person at a time, as water pressure can be intermittent. The hot water was limited but this was not really an issue as the cool (not cold) water felt good with the Cartagena heat
Our rental process was flawless, and communication with the owner (and her agent) was always VERY prompt and courteous. The street door is secured and manned 24/7. The apartment is lovely, and very comfortable. Every bedroom has its own bathroom and shower. The rooftop plunge pool was fun! We didn’t use the ground floor swimming pool. Ample plush towels are provided.
Cartagena is a vibrant, noisy city and there were times when celebrations nearby were noisy late into the night. Apt 5 is not well-suited to people with mobility issues because it is on the 2nd and 3rd floor and there are marble, winding staircases. (There are ground floor apts available. )
The owner can also recommend a very reliable tour service that we used for airport pick-up, city tour and beach tour. Again, excellent communication and prompt service.
From the day we booked the process was seamless. The apartment was gorgeous and had everything we needed. The location was perfect as well.
Monica, Maryem and Ricardo were incredibly helpful and kind. We felt very safe with the 24 hour doorman.
The location is central and the house is charming and luxuriously accommodates 6 people. The security is excellent (there is a 24 hour doorman) and the owner is very responsive. We will be back.
The host was very accommodating and friendly. The location was very convenient inside the city and the listing was even better in person than advertised. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend to anyone interested.
Looked at several locations in Cartagena that would be ideal for the five of us. This was an excellent choice for us . Going thru the online form was easy,submitting info to owner and getting a reply in a days time. We were able to communicate several other times with questions and get helpful information to make our stay a great. Experience
The house is great. It’s across the street and around the corner from great restaurants, and close to a food store. The roof top cocktail pool is a great place to cool off in the hot afternoon sun.
Beautiful apartment, a lot of privacy in the heart of the historic center. Plenty things to see/do within walking distance. Highly recommend to book attractions with Ricardo. He took us on a private boat to the surrounding beautiful Islands. Thank you all!
We will be back :)
My daughter arranged our family vacation (through VRBO) to include several night stays at a beach front condo, and several night stays in the city (the walled city). It was definitely two different living experiences. THIS PARTICULAR PROPERTY WAS AWESOME! It came with 3 bedrooms, spacious kitchen, living room, beautiful shutters on the windows, an open courtyard, a door man on site 24 hours, and to top it all off - there was a personal hot tub and comfort lounging right outside our bedrooms. This place was so great! It felt like home! If I visit Cartagena Colombia again, I would surely like to stay at this particular property. 5-stars, no doubt!!!!!