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

12 bedrooms16 bathroomsSleeps 26929 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Cartagena, Bolívar

Clock Tower2 min walk
Walls of Cartagena6 min walk
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center8 min walk
Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Núñez Intl.)18 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

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Livingroom Bathroom

Toilet

Poolside Shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Rooftop Bathroom

Toilet

Staff Bathroom

Toilet

Staff Showers

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

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.

Property manager

Dan Durda

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Hot tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

There are stairs and a pool which can be dangerous

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Beautiful rooftop is perfect for entertaining.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking from balconies or rooftop common area.

Guests are welcome. If guests enter the property 1 security guard per 12 people is required.

Only the amount of guests booked on this platform are allowed to stay. If your group exceeds this number $120 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.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

You may be required to pay VAT (19%) at the property. This is included in the price displayed. Non-resident travellers who pay using a foreign card or bank transfer and present a valid passport and tourist visa may be exempt from value-added tax (19%) on tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel service).

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether 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. Clock Tower and Walls of Cartagena are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bocagrande Beach and Blanca Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Caribbean Naval Museum and Naval Museum Cartagena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cartagena, Bolívar

What's nearby

Clock Tower - 2 min walk
Bolivar Square - 3 min walk
Walls of Cartagena - 6 min walk
Cartagena de Indias Convention Center - 8 min walk
San Felipe de Barajas Castle - 2 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

Restaurante Candé - 1 min walk
Amaretto - 1 min walk
Buena Vida - 1 min walk
San Valentín Restaurante - Bar - 1 min walk
Época - 2 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. Walls of Cartagena and Cartagena de Indias Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10 Excellent

Damien P.

2 May 2024

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

Great Location and Property!

Ivy House was the perfect setup to house ~18-22 guests for a weekend and event for the rooftop. The staff was great, the design and artwork in the space is very unique and feels local to Cartagena, and the rooftop is one of the best we've been on in Colombia. We also coordinated having a wedding event for one of the days on the rooftop with ~40 guests and staff, we were surprised to see how spacious the rooftop felt even with this many guests, allowing for tables and plenty of room for dancing. Daniel was a great host and helped us coordinate all of the details and we couldn't have been happier with choosing Ivy House as the location for our long weekend and wedding!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ramesh g.

15 April 2024

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

Excellent

Amazing stay. Dan and his staff are extremely courteous and they make sure every minute of your stay memorable

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roman V.

12 April 2024

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

Excellent Experience!

We had a terrific time at the Ivy House! Dan was an awesome host and very helpful. He greeted us when we arrived and gave us the lay of the land. Ariel and the house staff very extremely friendly and helpful. The location for the house couldn’t be better. It’s right in the middle of the action. The roof deck and pool were the crown jewel. Super fun and relaxing. We’ll be back…

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libra F.

6 March 2024

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

Great house for large groups

Our group was a group of 10 ladies celebrating a 50th birthday. Each of us had our own room with bathroom. The rooftop with dipping pool and outdoor kitchen is absolutely gorgeous, both in the day and at night. The house manager, Ariel, was great helping us with our luggage (we probably owe him a massage for all of the luggage he had to carry up and down the stairs), helping us with groceries and anything else we needed. The housekeeping staff kept our rooms cleaned (we were mostly gone during the day). Ariel was always there to greet us when we returned to the house. It was really a great experience for a large group.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd N.

21 August 2023

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

The Mecca of Vacation Rentals

I don’t even know where to start. I read the other reviews before my stay and they all said this was the best place to stay and if you’ve found it stop scrolling and book. Well, they were absolutely right and I’m beyond happy that I did book my stay here. This was my bachelor party trip and all my friends were stunned when we arrived at the villa and Dan gave us the tour. The coolest person you can meet and truly goes above and beyond to ensure your stay is memorable. Honestly don’t think I could’ve found a better place to stay in all of Cartagena. Everything you could possibly need just right outside the door within a block. Also a huge shoutout to Nicky and her Concierge team who work with Dan to make sure you don’t have to think during your trip. From dinner and club reservations, to having the best security man (shoutout also Ronald!) to get you where you need to be with no worries, to making sure your villa is fully stocked with all the goodies. You really can’t ask for more. To wrap things up, if you want the best of the best when coming to Cartagena, you need to book this villa now. Like right now. Just do it! Thanks again, Dan! You are the man and hopefully someday my friends and I will be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dan Durda

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.