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San Telmo townhome rental - View from main staircase upon entering--living room to the left.
View from main staircase upon entering--living room to the left.
  • San Telmo townhome rental - View from main staircase upon entering--living room to the left.
    Reception and the bottom of inside stairs.
    View from main entrance.
    Top of the stairs to master bedroom.
    Third floor from the top of the stairs.
    Front of mansion with owners initials and year of construction in tiles.
  • San Telmo townhome rental - Main skylight and railing.
    Rear upstairs hallway from elevator
    Dinning room.
    Living room with leather sofas comfortable for sleeping--considerably improved.
    Bedroom, antique bed. Original bath right, main view of the architechture left
    Master bedroom with private bath.
  • San Telmo townhome rental - "Servent's" room off two large terraces.
    One of two original bathrooms--with bidets and original fixtures.
    My Jack Russel in yard. Pool to right and parilla to left.
    "Servant's" bathroom.
    The office.
    Main entrance.
  • San Telmo townhome rental - Ground floor entrance from garage.
 
San Telmo townhome rental - View from main staircase upon entering--living room to the left.

View from main staircase upon entering--living room to the left.

Reception and the bottom of inside stairs.

Reception and the bottom of inside stairs.

View from main entrance.

View from main entrance.

Top of the stairs to master bedroom.

Top of the stairs to master bedroom.

Third floor from the top of the stairs.

Third floor from the top of the stairs.

Front of mansion with owners initials and year of construction in tiles.

Front of mansion with owners initials and year of construction in tiles.

Main skylight and railing.

Main skylight and railing.

Rear upstairs hallway from elevator

Rear upstairs hallway from elevator

Dinning room.

Dinning room.

Living room with leather sofas comfortable for sleeping--considerably improved.

Living room with leather sofas comfortable for sleeping--considerably improved.

Bedroom, antique bed. Original bath right, main view of the architechture left

Bedroom, antique bed. Original bath right, main view of the architechture left

Master bedroom with private bath.

Master bedroom with private bath.

"Servent's" room off two large terraces.

"Servent's" room off two large terraces.

One of two original bathrooms--with bidets and original fixtures.

One of two original bathrooms--with bidets and original fixtures.

My Jack Russel in yard. Pool to right and parilla to left.

My Jack Russel in yard. Pool to right and parilla to left.

"Servant's" bathroom.

"Servant's" bathroom.

The office.

The office.

Main entrance.

Main entrance.

Ground floor entrance from garage.

Ground floor entrance from garage.

  • Bedrooms8
  • Sleeps30
  • 4 Bathrooms, 
  • 2 Half Baths
Minimum Stay 3 nights
 
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Photos and Description of the San Telmo vacation townhome rental
Has 10 Bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, sleeps 30!

The rate posted is for the house for families and without the servants quarters or the office. Obviously it is more for the entire house, fims, photo shoots, events. This historic mansion--a 'Casco Historico' or 'Landmarked Building) is unique even for this section of San Telmo--currently the trendiest and most central neighborhood in Buenos Aires. It is perhaps the only surviving house in its original conditional in what was the wealthiest neighborhood just after the turn of the century. And in addition to being the sole known survivor as a private residence totally unchanged. And it was the costliest mansion in the area and is unlike anything even at that time. It was custom built by an immensely wealthy family with four large bedrooms and six servant bedrooms--a genuine 'upstairs / downstairs' house. I will send you the websites as a film and photo-shoot location if interested--as well as the website for events--and newer photos if interested.

I did not buy the house to rent. At one time I lived there and furnished it for myself and my family and has everything for living including a lot of art and a large library. The kitchen is fully equipped and the sheets cotton, etc. There is a fully equipped office with Wi-Fi--which is not included in the rate.

It is a unique place for short-term rental--and the house can be dividedup-- it is not required to rent the entire house.

There was a garden, a swimming pool and an enormous Argentine barbecue.

The pictures on view do not show the place as it is now. I can however have newer photos sent--and will delineate precisely what is included in the rate.

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About Joe Cross

I am an American expatriate who travels--and own property worldwide. I no longer live in Argentina more than a few months a year.

I have many friends (tango teachers, sailers and people who like to have a mild or wild time -- and can help first time visitors find what they are looking for, day and night).

Joe Cross purchased this townhome in 2000
Why Joe Cross chose San Telmo

Why did I buy the property? It was a singular opportunity. The peso had crashed and it was possible to buy this sort of house for a small fraction of its value and labor so inexpensive that it was possible to restore it.

What makes this townhome unique

San Telmo was a slum and so spared the loss of its charm. It had been a 'dangerous' neighborhood. So most of the original architecture has remained. The streets are still often cobblestone. It is the antique center of Buenos Aires. There is a large and fine park 2 blocks away. And it is quintessentially safe!

4 Reviews of Property 399547 San Telmo, Argentina

Historic Mansion in San Telmo--Separate Apt off Terrace / Fraction of the Price
average rating of 4.75 based on 4 reviews
business
Historic Mansion in San Telmo--Separate Apt off Terrace / Fraction of the Price
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p399547
+1 212 6147455
San Telmo Buenos Aires
4

Bonita casa

4 of 5
Submitted: January 3, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
Es una casa encantadora, y enorme. Desde el primer momento que entramos por la puerta nos quedamos maravillados con la cantidad de detalles clasicos que tiene y lo grande que es.

Es una casa increible para pasar unos días con la familia, y con amigos. E incluso teníamos servicio de catering para el cumpleaños que organice para mi marido.
También nos gusto que los alrededores de la casa son de un ambiente muy agradable, con bares y gente joven.

Sencillamente espectacular, lo recomiendo a todo el mundo que quiera pasar unos dias en San Telmo!
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Historic Mansion in San Telmo--Separate Apt off Terrace / Fraction of the Price
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p399547
+1 212 6147455
San Telmo Buenos Aires
Spain
5

Una casa magnifica

5 of 5
Submitted: December 20, 2012 Stayed: December 2012
Hola,
Mi estacia alli fue de dos semanas. Es una casa preciosa, llena de detalles.
Y para los que nos gustan las casas antiguas con mucha elegancia esta fue realmente ideal, justo como esperamos.

Nos gusto mucho la visita del dueño y las atenciones que todos los de la agencia nos proporcionaron.
Los días que estuvimos hacia mucho calor, y la piscina nos vino muy bien. Esta muy bien situada, justo en el centro y con buenísima comunicación. Pudimos ir varios días andando a los bares y restaurantes de al rededor.
En fin toda una súper casa clásica! Un saludo para Joe Cross y los trabajadores de la casa.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 1/1
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Historic Mansion in San Telmo--Separate Apt off Terrace / Fraction of the Price
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p399547
+1 212 6147455
San Telmo Buenos Aires
5

Mansion in San Telmo

5 of 5
Submitted: December 13, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
Amazing House!!
Recommended for:  Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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Historic Mansion in San Telmo--Separate Apt off Terrace / Fraction of the Price
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p399547
+1 212 6147455
San Telmo Buenos Aires
Santiago, Chile
5

What a special place!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 22, 2011 Stayed: September 2011
We spent three days in Buenos Aires with our five kids -- ages 2-13 -- and staying in this home was such a fun part of our adventure! Needless to say, we are a challenging group to accommodate, but Joe and his employees were nothing but helpful and made us feel right at home. The house is like something out of a novel. Period details and interesting things to look at around every corner. Our kids loved exploring it, and so did we. Truly, staying there was magical.

The location is not touristy, so you can pretend to be a local -- everything you need is just around the corner, from coffee shops and panaderias to groceries and laundry. We didn't do a lot of shopping on this trip, but I'm told some of the best antiquing in Buenos Aires is right in this neighborhood. And a short walk to the subway gets you just about anywhere.

One little caveat: they are still working on a few things in the home, and if you are a particularly fussy person, you may want to chat with the owner about what you expect. We are pretty easy-going, and found the place completely comfortable and just right for us.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 10/10