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Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Arcos de la Frontera

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A hallway with a chandelier, a wooden door, wicker furniture, a checkered floor, and a bookshelf.
A wooden door with a decorative panel, a potted plant, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a laptop. There are bookshelves filled with books and a cactus plant.
A courtyard with potted plants, a blue door, and an air conditioning unit.
A narrow cobblestone street flanked by old buildings with barred windows and balconies.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Arcos de la Frontera, Andalusia
  • Place, Church of San Pedro
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Plaza del Cabildo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Castle of Arcos de la Frontera
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Jerez de La Frontera (XRY)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Arcos de la Frontera

Seaside stay .At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Church of San Pedro and Convento de las Mercedarias. Plaza del Cabildo and Castle of Arcos de la Frontera are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Church of San Pedro - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Plaza del Cabildo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Convento de las Mercedarias - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Castle of Arcos de la Frontera - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mirador - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Jerez de la Frontera Station - 28 min drive
  • Jerez de La Frontera (XRY) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Faro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Chumina - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Parador de Arcos de la Frontera - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar San Marcos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Bocaito - ‬6 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.

Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center

It is the main house of the old House-Palace of the Virués de Segovia and Inestal, from the 17th century in the old town. 100m2 property restored in 2018 while retaining the Andalusian charm and style of the time. Two balconies in the living room that form the main facade of the building and multiple windows give it a spectacular luminosity. It consists of 2 rooms, one of them in the attic with fireplace included. Stunning views from the terrace, possibly the highest point of the town, from where you can see the Sierra, the Lake and many of the surrounding villages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number VUT/CA/09547, ESFCTU0000110020001537680000000000000000VUT/CA/095476

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Casa palacio "La Casa Empeño" en Centro Histórico

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center to the airport?

This vacation home is 23.1 mi (46-min drive) away from the Jerez de La Frontera (XRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi (13-min drive) from Arcos De La Frontera Beach.

Does Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center to downtown Arcos de la Frontera?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Arcos de la Frontera.

Palace House "La Casa Empeño" in Historic Center Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large Comfortable Apartment

Authentic but modern apartment with loads of character right in the middle of the old town. We loved our stay here. We felt right at home. The apartment was spacious and had all the items you would need to make your stay comfortable. We loved the decor. There was a free local bus that took you to the bottom of the town where the big supermarket was. We recommend this apartment
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fascinating historic property.

If you enjoy the experience of exploring interesting locations this is the place for you. La Casa Empeno is in the heart of the community at the top of the hill which gives Arcos its unique character. We spent several days there and loved getting to know a little about life in a White Village. We also came back a little fitter from walking the steep, narrow lanes.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable apartment in charming, historic town

This is a wonderful property if you want to be in a typical Andalusian town. Arcos is so lovely! So many narrow streets, beautiful churches with a well marked historic walk. This apartment is in a great location and is very comfortable inside. We loved our stay here. The only issue we had was with the directions for parking our car. We worked it out but the streets are very narrow and it is not easy to navigate. The best advice is to park in a lower lot and walk up to the rental. This was one of our favorite places we visited on our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feeling like a local

Arcos de la Frontera was amazing. The small city streets really add to its charm. The apartment was perfectly located and really felt like a local living there. There were only the 2 of us so really only used the main floor but the upstairs bedroom with its private bath which is accessed via a spiral staircase would be perfect for additional people. The place was huge for its location. For those staying there, hope you like hills because theres a lot of them. Having the available parking space was a huge bonus. It's a seperate garage not too far from the apartment. Make sure if you get it to follow the hosts directions exactly to avoid driving the very narrow streets. We stayed 10 days there and explored many regions outside the area but also the town itself. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nicole B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was unreachable by car. The streets were too narrow to get through. When we asked the locals in this town how to get to our destination, they laughed. It was suggested that we leave our vehicle at the base of the town and take a taxi to the destination. There were no taxis available because it was a festival day and all were occupied. Through this, the hosts did not offer much help to get us to his property. He did mention there was parking available but did not provide information on how to get from parking to the property. We had to find another place to stay the night. On day 2 of our supposed stay, we tried to find a way to the property destination without any luck.We were a party of 4 all over 65 and this property is not suitable for a group that needed to walk uphill to reach the destination. Very dissapointing stay in Arcos de la Frontera
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Louise O.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
L'appartement est baigné de lumière naturelle. C'est très agréable. Du salon, on a une belle vue de la vallée. Il y a une belle décoration. Il est bien situé et donc près des restos et cafés. Du côté de la propriété, on voit bien que le ménage est fait. Cependant, nous avons noté des endroits à améliorer, tels que l'escalier et le porche extérieurs, le bord de la fenêtre dans la chambre (1ier etage) ou il y a présence de passage de souris, de même que le tapis de cette chambre. Nous avons loué leur parking privé. Nous n'avons jamais été capable de sortir l'auto de là. Une auto nous bloquait le derrière et à l'extérieur du parking une auto nous bloquait le devant. Il faut comprendre que ces rues sont très très étroites. Un résident nous a aidé à sortir l'auto. Par la suite, nous avons stationné l'auto dans un parking gratuit, à l'entrée de la ville. Ce fut tellement plus facile. Arcos de la Frontena est un petit village (petite ville) magnifique, qui fait partie des villages blancs. Il y a de nombreux et impressionnant monuments historiques, plusieurs bons restos et cafés, quelques petites épiceries et boulangeries. Nous y avons été pendant la semaine sainte et des processions, il y en a beaucoup, beaucoup. Très beau à voir. Beaucoup de gens de l'extérieur viennent voir ces processions, les places de parking sont alors beaucoup moins disponibles. Louise, Québec, Canada
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roland R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Lage mit tollem Rundumblick

Wohnen in der Altstadt in einem historischen Stadthaus. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zauberhaft

Die Wohnung ist wunderschön, im ersten Stock eines alten Palastes, mitten im Zentrum der Stadt, doch sehr ruhig. Alles hat von Anfang an gepasst, die Tage dort werden uns unvergesslich bleiben. Muchas Gracias!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frauke T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eine tolle Wohnung in einem wunderschönen Ort

Wir haben uns in der Wohnung hoch oben in Arcos de la Frontera sehr wohlgefühlt und können sie uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Die Wohnung ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet, bietet viel Platz, hat alles was man braucht und ist wirklich besonders. Man spürt, dass man in einem historischen Gebäude ist. Für uns besonders waren auch die Prozessionen während der Karwoche, die wir dank der besonderen Lage im historischen Zentrum des Ortes von unseren Balkonen hautnah mit erleben durften. Das war wirklich beeindruckend! Wer nicht gut zu Fuß ist, sollte sich aber lieber eine andere Unterkunft suchen! Die Wohnung ist nur schwer mit dem Auto zu erreichen, da die steilen Gassen sehr eng und teilweise auch gar nicht zu befahren sind. Aber gerade die langen Anstiege nach einem langen Tag unterwegs werden uns sicher in guter Erinnerung bleiben. Mit unserem Vermieter hatten wir keinen persönlichen Kontakt, aber die Kommunikation lief problemlos über die Nachrichtenfunktion bei fewo.direkt und wir fühlten uns gut betreut bzw. über alles informiert. Wie bereits erwähnt, wir können die Wohnung uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen und würden jederzeit wiederkommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schöner Aufenthalt

Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Genial

Superbe appartement dans une ruelle perchée dans le quartier historique L intérieur est magnifique et confortable, décoré avec goût Nous garderons un très bon souvenir de ce lieux
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

L. M d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtige plek!

Onze huur auto hebben we op gratis parkeerplek parking arcos gezet en voor 8 euro ga je met de taxi naar het dorp. Straatjes zijn echt hè smal om als toerist te rijden zonder schade . Het huis is zelf fantastisch , zeer Sfeervol en een mooie plek met veel Restaurantjes . Je moet wel rekening houden met zeer steile straatjes waardoor even wandelen tijdens de warme zomer maanden niet haalbaar is tenzij je heel Goed getraind bent . Verhuurder is top en is er direct als je hem nodig hebt ook op app. Zeer tevreden ! Playa de arcos kun je heerlijk zwemmen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maru R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recomendamos

La casa es tal y como aparece en el anuncio. Lástima que la lluvia no nos dejó apenas disfrutar de la terraza. El dueño muy amable y servicial. Muy majo. Hemos pasado dos días muy cómodas. Sin duda muy recomendable. Volveremos!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moderna casa rural en Arcos

Nos ha encantado la casa de Josema, en pleno centro histórico de Arcos. Casa renovada, muy bien decorada. Una terraza con vistas preciosas al pueblo. Recomendamos la estancia al 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021