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Casa Santa Cruz Antigua
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Nestled between 3 majestic volcanoes, is Antigua's hidden secret – four Spanish-style colonial townhouses based around a plant-filled central courtyard with heated pool & hot tub. Each individual, spacious & artistic 3000 ft2 home, can’t help but bring you peace & positive energy.
•Centrally located just 6 blocks from the Central Park & only 2 blocks from the Central Market to buy your fresh veggies & fruits and local crafts
•Spacious 4 bedroom/ 4 bathroom home, (1 bedroom downstairs). All beds (firm mattresses) can be converted to 2 twin beds or 1 King bed
•Idyllic for either families, couples or groups, with each individual house accommodating up to 8 people.
•Fully equipped with broadband Internet, cable/satellite TV, local cel phone, safe, washing machine & dryer
•Open fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, beautiful shared courtyard and picturesque shared heated swimming pool & hot tub. We close the pool area at 9:30pm to respect the noise level for other guests
•Delicious meals can be prepared during your stay for a slight additional cost
•Free Parking for 2 motorized vehicles (2 or 4 wheelers)
•Concierge and travel services are available to help you arrange tours, activities and transportation
•Fully equipped kitchen for those who love cooking
•Our friendly staff will welcome you with freshly made local drinks & freshly baked goodies
•Babysitting available, to free you up to sample one of the many delicious restaurants in Antigua
•A welcome book is provided with essential notes & “off the beaten path tips” on what to do around Antigua
• For short term rentals of 7-29 nights, please provide proof of covid vaccination. ( our housing association requires it). For longer term rentals this is not necessary.
The home & its secluded neighborhood is the perfect safe & central place for you to explore the ruins, cathedrals, museums, restaurants & shops that are dotted throughout the cobble-stoned streets of the world-famous UNESCO town of Antigua.
You will have full access to the home including the pool and hot tub – “mi casa, es tu casa”. During these COVID times we are asking guests to sign up for private time in the pool and hot tub to minimize contact with other guests and to have more privacy while using these facilities.
Our manager Flor is in Antigua & she will be happy to help you arrange dinner reservations or give you advice on favorite places to visit.
Located in a safe, secure and quiet gated community & only 6 blocks from the Central Park & 2 blocks from the large local market to buy your fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers & local crafts.
Antigua is a friendly walkable small town; feel welcome and safe to walk during the day.
•We provide you with a welcome book with suggestions on what to do in Antigua including some of our inside tips! We’ve been involved in the travel industry for 25 years; so don’t hesitate to ask us for advice!
•We have a social focus so please ask us if you’d like to get involved (even for half a day) with local non-profit project. We’d be glad to help out.
House Rules for 5 houses
* It is understood that the unit will be used as a family rental. Our place supports quiet groups, as we need to be considerate of our neighbors. Any ”Partying” would have to be in a different location, as our homes are located in a quiet residential area, we try to respect the noise level.
* I can provide updated complete COVID vaccination certificates for all guests over the age of 12.
* CLEANING- we are following COVID 19 suggested practices.
* For monthly rentals, the rent you pay includes all utilities (cable TV, internet, gas & electricity & gardener) up to a value of Q500/month. All extra bills over Q500, such as Gas & electricity & housekeeping are deducted from the deposit. The deposit will be returned at the end of the month after outstanding bills, should they occur, have been deducted.
* This agreement shall not be assigned, nor the premises sublet without the written consent of the owner or his agents.
* I will maintain this property in as good condition as I find it and agree to replace or pay for any loss, breakage or damage to the satisfaction of the owner or agents.
* There is a $500 deposit requested upon arrival which will be refunded within 20 days from termination of this agreement provided that Guest abides by all terms of this agreement. The damage deposit is to cover breakages and outstanding utility bills in longer-term rentals (500GTQ is included of utilities in this price). (So far we have not had to make any deductions for breakages, as we do not include small items, such as plates etc...)
* I agree that no occupants will smoke within the premises.
* No weapons or private guards are allowed on the premises.
* No use of drones or firecrackers/fireworks or other noise-makers in the house perimeter or in the condominium.
* PETS: We have a no pet policy, however if you have a well-behaved dog please get in touch with us to see if we can accommodate your pet. Should you be allowed, all pet owners agree to clean up after their pets and to keep them indoors and not in the patio area. The extra fee is 10usd/day for 1 pet.
* Up to TWO light motorized vehicles (either 2 or 4 wheelers) per property may be parked on the street inside the gated condominium, as long as they do not occupy the space of another neighbor and should be parked on the same side of the street right in front of our property. Any extra vehicles will need to be parked in a nearby parking zone. NO ATVs.
* Commercial vehicle, motorized heavy vehicle and/or non-motorized vehicle are not permitted to be parked overnight. This includes buses, which accommodate more than 12 people. Please ask our Manager where to park larger buses.
* It is expressly understood and agreed that owner of said premises will not be liable for any damages or injury to Guest or other occupants and their property from whatever cause arising from the occupancy of said premises.
* I agree to vacate said premises upon the termination of this agreement at the hour and date shown above.I agree to close and lock the premises upon leaving.
* Any large breakages will be deducted from deposit.
* I agree to have no more guests than the indicated number of guests allowed.
* I will maintain this property in as good condition as I find it and agree to replace or pay for any loss, breakage or damage to the satisfaction of the owner or agents.
* I agree that no occupants will smoke within the premises. Smoking is permitted on private patios, should your house come with one.
* In the event of cancellation, a FULL REFUND of rental fees and security deposit may be made dependent on Owner's ability to rent to other parties for the specified rental period should you be booking directly with the owner of the home. Otherwise the rental & refund policy through the website you booked through will be adhered to. We suggest however that you get TRAVEL INSURANCE in order to claim from them, if we are not able to re-rent the property.
* It is expressly understood and agreed that owner of said premises will not be liable for any damages or injury to Guest or other occupants and their property from whatever cause arising from the occupancy of said premises.
* I agree to vacate said premises upon the termination of this agreement at the hour and date shown above.I agree to close and lock the premises upon leaving.
* Residents and guests shall maintain a reasonable level of volume from music & TV, vehicles, pets and day-to-day activities. Excessive noise that disrupts other owners and tenant’s enjoyment within their residence is not permitted.
* Please be aware too, that this is a residential area. Please do not drink or smoke or be talking loudly on your cel phones in the public areas, so as to respect the privacy of the neighbours. If coming in late, please be especially quiet! The gates of the condominium close at 12 midnight, so please be home before that.
* Please keep the front door to your home shut and locked when you go out, both for security reasons and to be respectful to our neighbours.
* Please ask Flor about having visitors in. Due to the COVID situation, we have to follow local laws.
* When signed by the Guest and accepted by owner, this shall constitute a rental agreement.
