Casa de Mareas

Escalante, Cantabria, Spain
A Basque Villa Restored with Neuro Architectural Principles

Located in the small medieval village of Escalante, on the shores of the marshes of Santoña, this villa for rent in Spain is a strikingly restored historic home that caters to a co-living and wellness format. Designed and restored with a philosophy rooted in conservation and culturally unique characteristics, the property promotes a lifestyle in which architecture, design, and art converge.

Once the residence of the Lamadrid family, whose coat of arms can still be seen on the façade, the 16th-century mansion is listed as a Heritage of Cultural Interest property. Architect Patxi Eguiluz redeveloped and restored the house retaining its strong structural bones and historic character while incorporating the latest trends in Neuro Architecture (the study of how the body and brain respond to the built environment).

Casa de Mareas

The structure's original medieval style is highlighted throughout, with contrasting modern finishes and natural materials that blend with the ancient stone walls, including polished concrete and modern sheet metal staircases that fit into the gaps left by the centuries-old beams. More than 70% of the materials used in the restoration were recycled including centuries-old pine and the original hydraulic floor.

Most of the furnishings are of family provenance from different periods, with works of art by emerging artists from the ART U READY platform and established artists such as José Guerrero. A vital component of the house, art plays an important role in its identity and will provide a canvas for a rotating roster of talent.

Connected by stairways, the interiors soar three stories into the rafters with the ground floor housing the communal living areas and two kitchens along with a dining area that opens out to the gardens.

The second and third levels include an additional sitting room and seven bedrooms as well as a large work space at the very top of the building.
The overall concept is to inspire concentration and creativity with special attention paid to the aspects of community and environment and the positive aspects on well-being.


ADDITIONAL FEATURES

A healthy breakfast is available on request. Four hours of daily housekeeping, cleaning and lighting of fireplaces are included.
Optional tailor-made experiences include art workshops and talks with the ART U READY platform, guided tours of Centro Botin Santander, gastronomy tours and in-home chefs, yoga classes, surfing lessons, and bicycle tours in the Natural Park of Las Marismas de Santoña.


COASTAL BASQUE COUNTRY


The northern reaches of Basque country are some of the most beautiful and diverse areas in the country. Surrounded by mountains and national parks just an hour from the sea, it's a quiet and lush network of valleys and rich in natural beauty, culture, and gastronomy. 

The Pas region of the Los Valles Pasiegos is made up of three adjacent valleys and mountain ranges crossed by the three rivers that give them their names: the Pisueña, Pas and Miera Rivers.

Cantabria's coast has a multitude of good beaches and reefs and is a popular surfing destination. The capital city of the Cantabria region and popular summer resort town of Santander is an hour north and sits at the mouth of the bay along La Magdalena peninsula.

Considered the heart and capital of Basque country the industrial port city of Bilbao is a ninety-minute drive. Most famous for the stunning titanium-clad Frank Gehry–designed Guggenheim Museum, the city has emerged from its gritty working-class roots into a cultural hub for art, cuisine, and commerce.



LOCATION

Cantabria, Basque Country, Spain. Nearest Airport: Bilbao (100km), Santander (1hr)


BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring and Summer are ideal and not as hot as the south, but all of the seasons are beautiful and have something to offer.

 
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Casa de Mareas
Escalante, Cantabria, Spain
A 16th-Century Basque Villa Restored

AVAILABILITY AND RATES ON REQUEST ONLY. Located in the small medieval village of Escalante, on the shores of the marshes of Santoña, this villa for rent in Spain is a strikingly restored historic home and the flagship property that caters to a co-living and wellness format.

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TV Yes
Air Conditioning Yes
Heating Yes
Kitchen Yes
Internet and Li-Fi Connection by Signify
Washer Yes
Dryer Yes
Indoor Fireplace Yes
Suitable for Events Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Bedrooms 7
Bed Type Double beds
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Bathrooms 8
Accommodates 15
Kid-Friendly Yes
Pet Friendly No pets allowed
Min. Stay 2 nights
Check-In 16:00
Check-Out 11:00
Cleaning €375
Tax No taxes (Rate includes tax)
Sec. Deposit €1000
Sec. Deposit Due Deposit amount required with booking via BH. BH pays the owner the deposit with the rental fee payment on payout date
Sec. Deposit Returned Refund of deposit by owner within 7 days after stay
Cancellation Policy Moderate
The guest will receive a refund if the booking is canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay. If the guest cancels 14-30 days before the start of the stay, they will receive a 50% refund. If they cancel within 14 days of the start of the stay, no refund will be given. All refunds are subject to a credit card fee of up to 3.5%.

Check in between 9pm and 9am will incur an additional cost of €50 to be paid upon arrival. Guaranteed check in will be from 6pm and departure at 11am. As long as availability allows it, owners can be flexible on arrival and departure. The house is in the center of town and next to an inn. Respect rest hours from 11pm to 9am. If the house is left with extreme dirt or damage to textiles, a penalty of 150 to 400 euros will be applied. If the keys placed on the door are forgotten inside the house, a penalty of 150 euros will be applied until the lock is changed. If the keys are lost and require a change of lock, a penalty of 50% of the deposit will be applied. If adapters, cables or any other element of the house are lost, a penalty of up to 250 euros will be applied. If more people sleep than those allowed in the rent, the deposit will be penalized.

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