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Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room

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A patio area with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a potted plant.
A meal with a salad, bread, and a drink on a woven table.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of greenery, and a painting on the wall.
A room with a bed, a door leading outside, a framed picture on the wall, and a coffee machine on the table.
A wine bottle and two glasses on a wooden ledge with a sunset view.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Safed, Northern Israel
  • Place, Soul and Art Gallery
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Abuhav Synagogue
    ‪7 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room

The Myrtle the Turtle Sfed Tzimer has been open since 2005, serving visitors from all over the world.

3. Garden Unit
* Studio with 1 double bed and 2 single beds
* Garden area
* No kitchen facilities
​* 350 shekels/night per couple, 25 shekels per each extra person. Discounts on multi-night stays

The guesthouse is located in the center of the Old Jewish Quarter, near all of the old synagogues and religious, cultural and historical sites of the town. Safed was named as one of CNN's 10 most beautiful cities in 2013 and the location highlights this with old cobbled lanes, windy alleys and an incredible view of the surrounding mountains right outside the door.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 629352vb
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Safed

Located in Artists' Quarter, a neighbourhood in Safed, this apartment is in the mountains. Center for Healthy Living in Safed and General Exhibition are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue and Abuhav Synagogue. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including swimming, birdwatching and winery tours.
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Safed, Northern Israel

What's nearby

  • Soul and Art Gallery - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • General Exhibition - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Abuhav Synagogue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Otzar Hastam of Tzfat - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Tel Aviv (TLV-Ben Gurion) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cana'an Spa (כנען ספא) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kadosh Cheese - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪California Falafel (פלאפל קליפורניה) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Monitin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cofix - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Myrtle the Turtle Garden Room located?

Located in Artists' Quarter, this apartment building is steps away from Center for Healthy Living in Safed and Soul and Art Gallery. Museum of Hungarian Speaking Jewry and Hameiri Dairy are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette R.

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

Comfortable, well situated apartment

A really comfortable apartment , which was great value for money and very well situated. It was set in a quiet and peaceful location and yet walking distance to the main attractions and amenities. I loved the extra touches and Laurie made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2022
Great guests!!!!!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dietmar W.

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

Pfingsten in Safed

Sehr gute Ferienwohnung für kurzen Urlaub mit sehr freundlicher Gastgeberin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mayer K.

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

Amazing is an understatement

Everything was better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2022
Loved hosting youj!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Romy L.

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

Great location

Laurie was so kind and accommodating. Made sure we had shabbat meals covered and gave us recommendations for the town. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2022
loved meeting you and your friends! Have a great Israel Experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aurora Z.

Very pleasant, newly renovated and exactly as described

We spent 1 night here with our infant and had a lovely time. The space is separate from the main house, so was quiet. The old stone walls are artfully integrated into the newly renovated space. GREAT SHOWER! VERY clean and fresh. Lauri was very sweet to us, brought us a baby crib and fresh milk when we arrived. Also, of interest were 3 little turtles in the outdoor courtyard :) outdoor space was great to sit in at night, comfy outdoor furniture. Loved our stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
It was a pleasure to meet you! Hope we have a chance to meet again! laurie

About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager

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The Rappeports have been living in Safed for almost 30 years.

Laurie is originally from Detroit and made aliyah -- immigrated -- in 1983, settling in Safed in 1985. The Rappeports are one of the first English-speaking families to have settled in the Artist Quarter of Safed.

Laurie worked in Tzfat's Tourist Information Center for 13 years and is able to assist visitors in their Safed experience with many ideas and suggestions for exploring the city. The website is Laurie's site.

Laurie and her children live with their dogs, cat, tortoises and various visiting creatures in Tzfat's central Old City area. Laurie opened the Myrtle the Turtle kosher guest house of Safed in 2005 and enjoys having visitors stay at her Safed Tzimmer.

Why they chose this property

* 5-minute to Safed's cultural, religious & historical sites.
* 5-minute walk to restaurants and cafes
* Free evening tours
* Home to Myrtle the Turtle and Tortoise friends Myron and Marvin

What makes this property unique

We have 2 dogs, Mica and Penny, and a cat, Tooli. They are sweet and gentle, but anyone who has allergies or is fearful of animals should be aware.

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English
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