Casita las Mandarinas

The Space

Make yourself at home in this newly constructed casita, where a playful Spanish-Mediterranean style blends with modern amenities. The open-plan interior features:

• A tall cathedral ceiling with exposed wooden beams
• Terracotta clay tiles and glazed concrete floors
• Bright, custom furnishings
• A wood-burning fireplace
• A living and dining area that opens onto the garden through folding doors

The well-maintained garden includes a large centerpiece fountain, creating a peaceful setting for relaxation. Guests can dine al fresco on the patio and enjoy the 360-degree rooftop terrace, which offers views of Volcán de Agua, Volcán de Fuego, and Acatenango.

A custom Jacuzzi was recently added to the second-floor terrace. Covered by a large gazebo, this outdoor space offers views worthy of a movie set. The surrounding terrace includes:

• An outdoor dining area
• An exterior living room with comfortable outdoor furniture
• Two hammocks
• Several lounge chairs

Guest Access

The casita was thoughtfully designed to provide a spacious, comfortable retreat. Its colorful, sophisticated décor combines modern and rustic architectural elements with touches inspired by La Antigua’s colonial heritage.

Casita las Mandarinas is part of a larger multi-dwelling retreat connected by shared gardens and complementary landscaping. The gardens, fountains, and decks are common areas, arranged as part of a cohesive design that balances privacy with open communal spaces.

The property includes:

• An indoor living and dining area
• A small, fully equipped modular kitchen
• An adjacent outdoor patio
• Two spacious, light-filled bedrooms
• A second-floor deck with views of Volcán de Agua, two nearby coffee farms, and wooded hills
• A Jacuzzi and gazebo area for outdoor living and entertaining

The first bedroom overlooks the garden grounds, while the second bedroom has views of the neighborhood street.

The private community also offers:

• Wide cobblestone streets suitable for walking and exercise
• Well-maintained gardens and fountain areas
• A secure gate with 24/7 security

These shared features are available for the enjoyment of owners and their guests.

Location

Casita las Mandarinas is centrally located just outside the city limits, approximately:

• Five minutes from the center of town by car
• Seven minutes by chicken bus, which stops about every 10 minutes just outside the community

The property is situated next to four small aldeas, or villages. Each has its own central park and church, offering opportunities to discover local life and unexpected attractions.

La Antigua is known for its dining, sightseeing, adventure activities, shopping, cultural events, and festivals. The city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978 and offers a distinctive combination of culture, tradition, and history within the natural setting of the Panchoy Valley, surrounded by three volcanoes.

Nearby Excursions

Guests can explore a variety of destinations beyond La Antigua, including:

• Mountain coffee farms
• Nearby volcanoes
• Guatemala City, approximately one hour away, for shopping and additional entertainment
• Biking tours
• Nearby villages with strong Indigenous Mayan culture
• Lake Atitlán
• Chichicastenango
• Huehuetenango
• The provinces of Alta Verapaz and Baja Verapaz
• El Petén
• Tikal
• Lake Izabal

For longer excursions, the beaches of Monterrico and the Pacific beaches of El Salvador are also options. El Salvador is approximately five hours away by bus or car.

Guests interested in visiting El Salvador’s surf beaches can also ask about the host’s beach retreat, which is advertised separately on Airbnb. A combined vacation package may be available.