A rooftop jacuzzi and mini-golf set the scene for sunset gatherings at this nature-surrounded 4BR villa. Sleep 8 in Barú, with pools, a home office, and beach club access two minutes away.
Overview
This beach house features three bedrooms, an office, nature-surrounded pools, and a rooftop with a jacuzzi and mini-golf. It is an ideal setting for watching the sunset with family and friends.
The home office includes high-speed internet, making it convenient to work remotely while your family enjoys the surrounding natural beauty.
A private community beach club is a two-minute walk from the house. It includes an infinity pool, children’s pool, dock, cabanas, volleyball court, washrooms, and beach access. The beach club is shared with the other residents of the community.
The Space
- All bedrooms have air conditioning and ceiling fans.
- All beds are made with luxury 300-thread-count cotton linens.
- Bedroom with a king-size bed
- Bedroom with a queen-size bed
- Bedroom with two single beds
- Office with one double bed and one single bed
- Maximum occupancy: 8 guests
- Living and dining areas designed to blend with the surrounding nature
- Professionally equipped kitchen with a wine refrigerator
- Lush gardens and pools
The rooftop features an open-air sunset living area, a jacuzzi, and rooftop mini-golf for relaxing and enjoying the evening views.
The fully air-conditioned home office is well suited for remote work and includes:
- Wi-Fi with speeds of 150 megabits per second or more
- 65-inch television with DIRECTV
- Double and single beds
Chef Service
A private chef service is available to plan and prepare your preferred meals. Guests have given excellent reviews of the chef’s professional service. Meal plans and pricing options are available upon request.
Staff and House Support
The house is supported by Samir and Alejandra, our trusted, well-trained staff. They care for the house, kitchen, gardens, and pools.
If you do not select the chef service, Alejandra may assist with meal preparation under your guidance. Meals must be prepared using groceries that you bring from Cartagena, as there are no grocery stores near the house.
Community Amenities
The property is located in a gated community with private security available 24 hours a day. There are currently 10 homes in the community, with two additional homes under construction.
The private community beach club is a two-minute walk from the house and includes:
- Cabanas
- Dock
- Volleyball court
- Washrooms
- Three pools
- Beach access
The beach club is shared with the other residents.
Fitness Equipment
The gym includes:
- Squat rack
- Olympic bar
- Bench
- Weight plates from 2.5 to 35 pounds
- Yoga mat
Guest Access
Round-trip transportation between Cartagena Airport and the beach house can be arranged. Let us know if you need transportation, and we can provide referrals to trusted drivers.
Location and Nearby Activities
The house is approximately a one-hour drive from Cartagena. The closest town is Barú, located 2 kilometers from the property. Supermarket and restaurant options in Barú are basic and limited, so it is essential to bring groceries and food from Cartagena for your stay.
The property is well suited for relaxing, walking, paddleboarding in the sea, enjoying the beach, and using the available amenities.
Nearby attractions include:
- National Aviary: approximately 20 minutes by car and highly recommended
- Cholón: approximately 15–20 minutes by boat
- Rosario Islands archipelago: approximately 15–20 minutes by boat
Additional Information
This home reflects a lifelong appreciation for nature, interior design, and peaceful time with family and friends.
- Parties are not permitted.
- Loud music is not permitted.
- Smoking indoors is not permitted.
Three adopted cats—Barola, Centena, and Milano—live around the house and are usually found relaxing near the pool. Yas takes care of the cats. They keep to themselves and do not enter the bedrooms.
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What guests are saying
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Marco
9 months ago
Staying at the house was a dream. We will most definitely return whenever we are in Cartagena. We are very happy with the home, the warm and welcoming environment from staff which enabled us the ability to come together and share some quality time. Ivan’s home is beautiful. We enjoyed the ambiance, the wildlife and cats most of all! Ivan and the staff are super attentive, flexible and accommodating.
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Jesus
9 months ago
I went with my family, an excellent plan for children, the house is spectacular, very well equipped, comfortable and beautiful, 5 stars. The staff who served us 10/10 and our host Ivan was great!!!!!! Thank you and we will definitely be back soon
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Marc
9 months ago
We had a wonderful stay at Barola House. Ivan was always responsive, kind, and helpful. The place was exactly as shown in the pictures, and the architecture of the house is truly beautiful — it has a great energy that makes you feel relaxed from the moment you arrive. The staff was incredible and made us feel very well taken care of. We brought our own ingredients, and Constanza cooked absolutely delicious meals for us — everything was amazing. Samir helped with everything else we needed. While other parts of Islas del Rosario are quite busy, this place is quiet, private, and perfect for resting and disconnecting. The community area is super comfortable and ideal for relaxing. We would definitely recommend it and would love to come back!
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Maria
10 months ago
We cannot wait to return. Ivan’s place is amazing!
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Michael
11 months ago
The home was beautiful and one with nature with an open air living room and kitchen. The home was fully equipped and we had everything we needed. Samir and Costanza helped around the house and are genuinely amazing people. It's clear that everyone is aiming to ensure their guests have a pleasant and memorable stay. The location is very private. We did not have a car but Ivan coordinated a transfer from Cartagena to the home, a local boat trip, and Samir coordinated a transfer to the Aviary National Park, which is a must do for seeing all types of birds. The community pool was perfect with cabanas to take naps. The only thing missing to make this place perfect is crystal clear/blue water but we knew that when we rented it. Highly recommend booking with Ivan. He's the best communicator we've dealt with on AirBNB. We were 2 adults and 3 children. We very much enjoyed our time, the home pool and community pool, local activities, and peaceful nature of the home.
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Eduardo
11 months ago
The house is very nice, comfortable and clean, Ivan and the people on his team are very attentive, it is a perfect place to enjoy as a family.
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Carlos David
1 year ago
An unforgettable experience. The house achieves a harmonious balance between nature and modernity: its architectural design respects the natural environment and, at the same time, offers comfort and style in every corner. The spaces are intelligently distributed, the ventilation is excellent, and the decoration has been carefully thought out, with very tasteful details. The service team deserves a special mention. Their service was impeccable: always kind, attentive and willing to take care of every detail with professionalism and warmth. Heartfelt thanks to Constanza, Samir, Chef Libardo and Luis who made our stay not only comfortable and safe but also deeply enjoyable. It's definitely a place we plan to go back to.
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Manuel
1 year ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The house completely exceeded our expectations, it is as shown in the photos and allowed us to spend some incredible days in Baru. Ivan and his team were very friendly and always willing to help and make us feel at home. The service was respectful and warm, which made our stay even more enjoyable. The chef and collaborator is an experience we recommend👍🏽. It's definitely a reliable, high-quality accommodation. We recommend it 100% and would definitely come back in the future.
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Ana
1 year ago
Ivan is a super Host, very attentive and was always available. The house was even nicer in person. The staff was very kind. Food was excellent and Lucho the Barman gave us an exceptional service. The place is very peaceful and you have a lot of amenities.
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Salvador
1 year ago
Everything was perfect
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