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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Lobby
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 141500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Quito, Centro Historico
  • Independence Square
    6 min walk
  • Plaza de San Francisco
    6 min walk
  • St. Francis Catholic Church
    7 min walk
  • Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.)
    68 min drive

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About the area

Quito

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Quito, within a 15-minute drive of Quicentro Sur Mall and Independence Square. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Palacio del Gobierno and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Carondelet Palace.

What's nearby

  • Independence Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Plaza de San Francisco - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Catedral Metropolitana de Quito - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basilica of the National Vow - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • General Rumiñahui Coliseum - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • San Francisco Station - 7 min walk
  • Iñaquito Station - 20 min drive
  • Mariscal Sucre Intl. Airport (UIO) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kamuy Coffee Shop And Ice Creme - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hasta la vuelta Señor - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vista hermosa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Carlota - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Portal De Benalcazar - ‬3 min walk

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 - Entire Villa - Perfect location - Walk to main attractions - Magical

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including a spa tub and a fitness center. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and babysitting service.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Property Manager/Owner

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Bidet

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Fitness centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 16146 sq ft (1500 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There are toys and children movies available.

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 there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Stunning Colonial House Center Quito Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial House Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial Center Quito Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial House Center Quito Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial House Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial Center Quito Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial House Center Quito Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial House Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial Center Quito Modern Finishes
Stunning Colonial Modern Finishes

Stunning - Entire Villa - Perfect location - Walk to main attractions - Magical Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Laite P., California

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous propery
We LOVE & recommend this beautiful villa!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
You will never want to leave!
The Villa was the beginning of our trip and an incredible way to start. Exceptionally beautiful and the staff are extremely attentive and perfect in every way. We will never stay anywhere else when we return and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quintessential Quito Villa
The purpose of our Quito/Galapagos getaway was to gather 16 of our multigenerational family to enjoy Quito for a few days before all of us headed on to the Galapagos. From start to finish our experience at the Villa was sensational. Andres, the owner, was responsive, accommodating and creative. Not only did he make an exception to allow 16 guests by delivering two additional beds but also: - made arrangements to have all of us picked up at the Quito airport involving two separate flights 8 hours apart - made arrangements for two private dinners for 16 at the Villa featuring gourmet Ecuadorian food and beverages - made arrangements for three breakfasts including getaway day leaving at 4AM - connected us with a professional guide of Colonial Quito which happened to coincide with festive Palm Sunday celebrations - made arrangements for transportation for all 16 of us from the Villa to the Quito airport on getaway day Fernando, our transportation captain, Maria, our house manager and chef along with Carmen were hard working, cheerful and attentive. Andres had done an incredible job restoring this classic Villa with attention to high end detail that did not go unnoticed. The Villa is expansive and where all family members had space to either engage or find solitude. I infrequently write reviews, however, our stay was so exceptional that I wanted to share our experience. Cheers. - Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!!!
The house was amazing! We spent Christmas there and they cooked us food and took great care of us! A wonderful house in Quito
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana M., BAYONNE, NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vacation
The property was absolutely beautiful. Couldn't ask for a better location. I loved staying at the historic location. Our rooms were spacious and the place beautiful. Loved the entire villa.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What A Beautiful Property
We had high expectations based on the previous reviews of this property but we were blown away with this perfect house. It is huge and very well appointed. Carmen the housekeeper was delightful and the host/owner answered every question quickly. He even steered us to an amazing day trip guide via someone he knows who guides in Quito. Ivan Lopez ( edivanly@hotmail.com) organized three day long excursions for us to Otavalo, Mindo Cloud Forest, and Quilotoa Lake, and we fell in love with his knowledge and enthusiasm for Ecuador. This is an exquisite property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

andrew f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mind Blowing
This place is like magic. The home is astonishing, location is perfect. The housekeepers are so generous and lovely. They had breakfast for us every day, got groceries, handled transportation, cooked for us and for our friends who weren’t even staying there. They were so nice. The communication with the manager leading up to the trip was great. Our trip to Quito was a thousand times better because we stayed here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding home, location and staff
We travelled as a multigenerational family of 10 and this property exceeded our expectations in every way. Andres was super helpful in making reservations, giving advice on sightseeing, and arranging for 3 airport pickups at various, inconvenient times. The house was perfect for our large group, and we enjoyed the large outdoor gathering area. The architecture, art and artifacts deserve their own guide book. The location in Old Town worked well for our different groups exploring at different times. Most remarkable was the staff. Delicious meals, snacks when we needed them, a surprise birthday celebration, and patience and kindness toward our 4 young kids. Thank you for a wonderful introduction to Ecuador!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S., California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A once in a lifetime experience
An absolutely outstanding property with exceptional staff. Maria and Carmen were delightful and made us feel like royalty. Five stars does not do this property justice. It belongs in a superior category. We feel lucky to have had the opportunity to stay here and to have met Andres.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C., San Juan, Puerto RIco

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible place in historic Quito
The listing simply does not do this property justice. First the house : Our family stayed here for one week and we enjoyed every minute of this magical house. We travel a lot and have been fortunate to stay in some very unique houses and villas — this was over the top unique and cultured. The house was beautifully renovated but the owners managed to preserve the culture. It was outfitted with amazing furniture and linens; it had famous original art works, a writers tower, a wine cellar, an outdoor courtyard, a yoga room, and so much space! The views of the city were amazing too! The service: From the local host we received a warm welcome and even a history lesson about the house and some of Ecuador’s story. She introduced us to Carmen (the caretaker) and showed us all around. The host even sat and played board games with the kids! Every morning Carmen would make a delicious breakfast and set a beautiful table. She made mid-day mint tea and nighttime tea. The house was spotless (even though our three kids were running around). The location: at first we hesitated on staying in old Quito, but I am so glad we decided to. This house is walkable to museums, churches, plazas, shopping, dining, craft fairs and parks! So much to do in the area! If you have the opportunity to stay here — do it!! Don’t hesitate!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F., Glencoe Illinois USA

WONDERFUL THANKS SO MUCH!
We were a family of 12. This beautiful home was PERFECT! Adults had their space as did the kids. For breakfast and dinner we sat down to home cooking which was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia M., New Orleans la

gorgeous property, wonderful staff
when we arrived, we were blown away that such a gorgeous home was available for a home stay. then we had a wonderful xmas meal prepared by Maria. everything was perfect and we enjoyed the property immensely. so much better than a hotel for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jordan R.

Awesome, Relaxing, Luxurious, Everything and then some!!!!!!
Our family of 10 decided to go back to our native land. We ranged in ages from 30 to 85. There was not one person that was not awed by the luxuty and comfort of the accomodations. The breakfasts were delicious (fresh juices, cheese, eggs, fresh bread, COFFEE, or cafe con leche. ) You name it you could have it. Just let her know the day before. It is in the best part of town to see the real Quito. Plenty of museums, presidential palace, and markets within walking distance. The accomodations and the service was next to none we have ever experienced. We have a lot of relatives in Quito and all were impressed and were going to recommend to anyone they knew would be coming in for vacation. I would come and stay here anytime I come back in a heartbeat. Thank you, we felt like royalty the whole time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Vance H.

Remarkable residence in a great location.
We stayed at the Colonial House in Quito a few weeks ago and it was a wonderful experience. The staff was super helpful (spoke both English and Spanish) and was ready to assist us, whether it was driving some where, doing laundry or making a meal, but they were completely out of the way when not needed. Their quarters were in a separate section of the House and it seemed as though they were not there. The house itself was very large and built around a central courtyard that made us feel like we were in our own Hotel. There is a lovely fountain, seating and landscape in the courtyard that takes you away from the home's location, which is a few blocks from the bustle of the Historic center of old Quito. We were able to easily walk to all the Old Town historic spots, which was a big plus. The house is wonderfully furnished with an eclectic mix of modern pieces and beautiful antiques and art work. Quite simply, it was a great find for us, and we didn't want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

marc b.

amazing in EVERY way!
we just spent 3 nights in this most beautiful home that you should not hesitate to rent if you come to quito. as an earlier review stated the picture do not tell the story. In short the entire downstairs is one large room after another where every room leads into a beautiful courtyard. Upstairs you will find an incredible master, 2 more completely independant living areas...2 more bedrooms that share a full bath and lastly a lounge with an amazing view of quito. If this was not enough fernando and maria, the caretakers were more than icing on the cake...they cooked us 3 meals, did laundry and even voluntarily went to the pharmacy when they saw i was under the weather. really??? my wife sells the highest end properties available in chicago and this place left her speechless. do it.

10/10 Excellent

C. H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular!
My family and I loved staying in this house. It is beautiful and expansive. The staff people were gracious and professional. The only problem was that the house was so lovely that it tempted us to stay in instead of exploring Quito!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022