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Santa Cruz o San Antonio, Villaverde de Pontones

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Overview

The Monastery has 6 beds in 1 double and 4 single rooms. Only the double room has a private bath; the rest are shared. Both men and women are welcome. Open year round. The guest house books early for July and August. Make reservations well in advance.


History

The community inhabiting the monastery was originally founded in Santander in 1656. The nuns lived there until 1835. During the suppression of the monastic orders in 1835, the sisters were forced to leave. At that time, they joined another community in Santillana del Mar.

In 1917, the Bishopric asked the nuns to settle in their present location in an old house donated by a wealthy local family. Due to the deteriorating condition of the building, it had to be completely rebuilt. Of the original structure, only the 18th-century chapel and Gothic vault remain.

Food & beverage

No meals are supplied. Guests may use the kitchen or dine outside of the monastery.

Other facilities

Towels and linens are supplied and there is a kitchen.

Arrival information & directions

Address: Santa Cruz o San Antonio, Prado, s/n, Villaverde de Pontones, Villaverde de Pontones39793, Spain

By car: From Santander take A8 and exit at Villaverde de Pontones. Once there ask for Monasterio San Antonio (or Santa Cruz).

By train: There is no public transportation to the monastery.

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