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Magnificent Villa - Old town Quito - Casa Magica

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Exterior view
Main courtyard
Main door entrance
Courtyard with fountain
Second floor Balconies and Varanda

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 141500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Quito, Centro Historico
  • Independence Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • La Mariscal Craft Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Double

1 Queen Bed

Double

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Double - Tower

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 4 half bathrooms

Den Bathroom

Toilet

Double shared

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Garage

Toilet

Ground floor Bathroom

Toilet

Master bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Tower bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Wine Cellar/Bar Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Magnificent Villa - Old town Quito - Casa Magica

Historic home from the early 1800s. Fully renovated to top standards. One of the most beautiful homes in the center of Quito and one of the few that has been restored as a single family home. Ideal for families, a group of friends, or couples looking to explore Quito's history and culture. Walking distance from all the main sites of the city. It has stunning views from its many balconies. The villa is a perfect retreat. The standard is beyond what you find at 5 star hotels.

The ground floor has a central patio that is surrounded by the kitchen, the dining room, the living rooms. The bedrooms are located on the first floor. There is a library with a desk (if you need to do some work), a wine cellar, a small tower with a bedroom.

You can sleep at:
-Master Bedroom 1: independent fireplace and sitting area, large walk in closet, smart TV. A large ensuite bathroom with a double shower and an antique bath. Steps up to a mezzanine with 2 twin beds that has its own fireplace.
-Master Bedroom 2: Queen sized bed and a mezzanine with 2 twin sofa beds. This room fits 4 people. It has an ensuite full bathroom. Smart tv and a large closet.
-Tower room (double): located in a separate area. Has a queen bed and an open full bathroom. smart TV. Next to the library
-Double room 1: 2 twin beds. It shares a bathroom with a shower and bathtub. If you need to, the twin beds can be put together for a couple.
-Double room 2: a queen bed. It shares an adjoining bathroom with shower and bathtub. smart TV. walk in closet.

On the ground floor you will find a spacious double living room and a large formal dining room. Both open to the the central patio. The outdoor patio is an oasis of plants and flowers with a fountain in its center. There is a table where you can have breakfast or lunch. It is a beautiful space with hanging ferns.
You can relax at the wine cellar in the evenings. It has a smaller dining table and a sitting area.
The kitchen is fully equipped with top quality appliances and anything else that you may need.

Carmen and Javier, our housekeepers, live in the house and will help with anything you may need. They sleep at a separate area. We ask guests to respect their privacy.
Maria is our in-house chef. She is a wonderful cook and you can ask her, once you arrive, if she can help with groceries and cooking (this is not included in the nightly charge).

A little known fact.... Gonzalo Escudero, one of Ecuador's most famous poets, grew up in this house. His poetry is beautiful, you can find some of his work in the bookshelves in the main sitting room.

No large events are permitted at the house without prior owner consent. The maximum capacity is 14 people. Please let us know if at any time there are more than 14 guests in the property.

The house has several areas (stairs, lofts, and balconies) which could be dangerous for small children and we encourage parents to keep an eye on them at all times.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are toys and children movies available.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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: 20
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Quito

Located in Quito Historic Center, a neighbourhood in Quito, this holiday home is in the mountains. El Centro Cultural Metropolitano and Sucre Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Nayon Xtreme Valley and Quito Observatory. Travelling with kids? Consider Interactive Science Museum, or check out an event or a game at Liga Deportiva Universitaria Stadium.
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Quito, Centro Historico

What's nearby

  • Independence Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Basilica of the National Vow - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Mariscal Craft Market - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • General Rumiñahui Coliseum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 7 min walk
  • Universidad Central Station - 9 min drive
  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hasta la vuelta Señor - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vista hermosa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Carlota - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Portal De Benalcazar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dulceria Colonial - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Magnificent Villa - Old town Quito - Casa Magica pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Magnificent Villa - Old town Quito - Casa Magica?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnificent Villa - Old town Quito - Casa Magica?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Magnificent Villa - Old town Quito - Casa Magica located?

This family-friendly Quito holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of La Merced Church, Independence Square and Sucre Theatre. El Centro Cultural Metropolitano and San Agustin Museum are also within 10 minutes. San Francisco Station is 7 minutes by foot and La Alameda Station is 20 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Property Manager/Owner

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We are a family of 5. Have three young children who love this house. Our holidays here are always memorable. Full of historic walks, hikes in the countryside, tourism, games, history, love, and fun. Enjoy our home. Quito is a magnificent city. Spend some days discovering it.

Why they chose this property

We are in love with Ecuador. It is a unique country with diverse languages and cultures. There are so many things to do that its a perfect destination for tourism. We love this house, its location, its feel, its people, everything about it. When we started restoring the house we had no idea how long and difficult it would be. The house used to belong to an Ecuadorian poet, you can find some of his poetry books around the libraries of the house. It has that, a sense of magic realism.

What makes this property unique

You won't find a similar property in the country. We wanted something that would give us the ability to live the centre of Quito and immerse in the culture of Ecuador. The restoration project took many years, and we feel proud to have done it. Many architects and designers were involved and it showcases the best of Ecuador's art and design (everything you see was done in the country). The house sits in the colonial center but avoids the very heavy traffic that is associated with it.

The colonial center of Quito is unique. It is the largest one in latin america and its churches, museums, streets, cafes, people are worth discovering. If you come to Ecuador, do spend a few days in Quito. You won't be disappointed by it.

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