Historic house in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife

High above Puerto de la Cruz, between ancient gardens and the whisper of the Atlantic, stands Casa Cólogan La Paz, one of the most emblematic properties in the history of Tenerife.

Its name, La Paz, is no coincidence: it reflects the spirit of rest, serenity, and nobility that has accompanied this estate for more than three centuries.

Its origins date back to 1718, when the Irishman Bernardo Valois Carew acquired the lands known as Los Llanos de La Paz. There, he built a house that later passed to the Cólogan family, after his union with Juan Cólogan Blanco, one of the most relevant names in the social and commercial history of Puerto de la Cruz.

Since then, the property has remained in the hands of the same family, witnessing the evolution of the island and the birth of tourism in the Canaries.

Within its walls, a fascinating history has been woven: travelers, scientists, and European writers found here refuge, inspiration, and friendship. Alexander von Humboldt, during his stay in Tenerife in 1799, stayed in this house, describing it as “a place that inspires calm and nobility, where the soul finds rest between the sea and the gardens.”

It was also visited by illustrious figures such as James Cook, Jean Charles Borda, or the writer Agatha Christie, who drew inspiration from the walks along the cypress garden to write part of her novel The Mystery of Mr. Quin.

Today, Casa Cólogan La Paz not only represents a piece of Canarian history but also a symbol of timeless elegance, where art, nature, and memory intertwine with the purest essence of the Atlantic. Its declaration as a Bien de Interés Cultural (BIC) guarantees the protection of a heritage that could be transformed into a unique space: a prestigious private residence, a cultural embassy, or a boutique luxury retreat, never losing its original soul.

Among the ancient cypresses and the echo of its illustrious past, Casa Cólogan La Paz invites you to imagine a new chapter…