Frequently asked questions
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Collections & Co-ownership
Is co-ownership a new concept?
Co-ownership is not a new concept. Many people share second homes with family or friends, often taking on the responsibility of maintaining and managing the property themselves. Modern co-ownership models offer a more streamlined ownership experience, delivering turnkey homes with professional management and a clear ownership framework. Most offer a limited number of weeks per share each year within a single home, often in well-known European destinations.
Casera builds on this idea with a unique approach: a Collection of homes across Beach, City, and Mountain locations, allowing owners to experience greater variety while remaining in one province of southern Spain.
What is a Casera Collection?
A Casera Collection includes three homes in southern Spain, each offering a distinct setting: a beach town, a historic city, and a mountain village. A Collection is shared by 13 owners, with homes delivered and managed by Casera. Collections are offered in a range of tiers, allowing owners to choose the home size and investment level that best fits their lifestyle.
Why did Casera choose Cádiz Province for its Collections?
Spain and Portugal are home to some of Europe’s most established second-home markets. Portugal’s Algarve and Spain’s Málaga Province, home to the Costa del Sol, have attracted international buyers for decades and now have some of the highest property values in both countries.
Situated between the Algarve and Málaga Province, Cádiz Province shares many of the same qualities that have long drawn second-home buyers to this corner of southern Europe, including a temperate climate, coastline, accessibility, quality of life, and a strong local culture. Yet its property market remains driven more by local than international buyers, helping values remain comparatively accessible.
While Casera could have introduced Collections elsewhere, Cádiz Province was intentionally chosen. Here, Collection owners can share three homes spanning a coastal town, historic city, and mountain village at an ownership cost that would be considerably higher in nearby destinations.
If the three homes within a Collection are close in proximity, what is the benefit of owning in each location?
Owning within a Collection provides variety while remaining in one province of southern Spain.
Together, the homes offer the ease of the coast, the character of a historic city, and the quieter rhythm of the mountains. Each destination is within a two-hour drive, yet ownership across all three allows for extended time in every setting, rather than simply passing through.
Over time, Andalusia becomes not just a place you visit, but a home you return to, with variety in how you spend your time.
How is Collection ownership with Casera different from a timeshare?
Unlike a timeshare, where the property remains owned by the operator and ownership is limited to a right of use, Casera offers true equity ownership through a share in a legal entity that holds title to the three properties.
Casera does not retain ownership of the homes. Our role is to deliver them renovated, fully furnished, and ready for use, then manage and maintain the homes on an ongoing basis while providing an owner platform for booking, communication, and home information.
Ownership within a Casera Collection provides up to 12 weeks of use per year across three homes, and in some cases more, without being tied to fixed dates. Timeshares often assign the same week each year, limiting flexibility. Rather than rotating between different units, Collection homes are truly your own, creating a sense of familiarity and continuity with each stay. Exiting a timeshare can often be complicated and restrictive. With Collection ownership, shares can be sold after the first year of use, with Casera providing support throughout the resale process.
Do owners within a Collection interact with each other?
Interaction between owners is entirely optional. For those who wish to connect, Casera’s owner platform provides a private way to communicate. Each Collection also has an annual virtual meeting, which all owners are encouraged to attend, though participation is optional.
Is it possible to own multiple shares within a Collection?
Owners may purchase multiple shares within a Collection, increasing both their ownership stake and available time across the homes.
Are there major differences between the Collection tiers aside from size?
All Casera Collections, regardless of tier, are designed to the same high standard of finishes, furnishings, artwork, and overall detail. The primary differences, beyond the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, are the scale of the common areas and outdoor spaces.
Prima Collections may also include additional amenities such as plunge pools, saunas, and secured storage for each owner, depending on the property.
How long do owners have to wait to use their holiday homes after a Collection is founded?
Owners can expect to take their first holidays approximately 12 months after the corresponding home is acquired, allowing time for renovation and furnishing.
Homes within a Collection are completed in phases, in line with owner commitments:
Phase 1 (Owners 1–4): Once initial shares are committed, Casera acquires the first home and renovation begins. Upon completion, the founding four owners have access to this home.
Phase 2 (Owners 5–8): As additional shares are committed, Casera acquires the second home. Upon completion, all eight owners have access to both homes.
Phase 3 (Owners 9–13): With full commitment of shares, Casera acquires the third home. Upon completion, all thirteen owners have access to all three homes.
Does Casera retain ownership in the homes?
No, Casera does not own any portion of the homes. The three homes are fully owned by the Owners Association, a legal entity comprised of 13 shares.
About Casera
What is Casera’s role in the acquistion and renovation of the homes?
Casera manages the full process of delivering each Collection home, from property search and acquisition through design, licensing, renovation, furnishing, and completion. Interior design is led in-house, allowing each home to be individually tailored while maintaining a consistent design standard across the Collection. Additionally, Casera coordinates the architects, builders, artisans, suppliers, and local specialists involved in the renovation—relationships cultivated over two decades of property development in the province—overseeing the process through to completed, fully furnished homes ready for owners to enjoy.
What is Casera’s role after the homes are completed and in use?
Once the homes are completed and in use, Casera acts as manager of the Owners Association, the legal entity that holds title to the homes. In this role, Casera supports the administration of the Collection, including hosting annual meetings, maintaining open lines of communication, providing an owner platform for booking and information, and managing property taxes and insurance for the homes. In addition, Casera oversees the ongoing management and maintenance of the homes, ensuring they are well cared for and ready for each owner’s arrival.
Casera also provides local recommendations to help owners make the most of their time in southern Spain. For those seeking a more tailored experience, Casera Concierge is available to arrange everything from airport transfers and stocked kitchens to restaurant reservations and local experiences.
How is Casera different from other co-ownership companies?
Casera introduces a multi-property co-ownership approach within a single region, offering both variety and the opportunity to develop a genuine connection to one place over time.
Most co-ownership models are structured around a single home shared among eight owners, with around six weeks of use per year. Casera instead offers ownership across a curated Collection of three homes, with up to 12 weeks of use per year, and in some cases more.
What are the benefits of owning within a Casera Collection as opposed to individual second home ownership?
Owning within a Casera Collection allows a small group of like-minded owners to share costs of three holiday homes, each in a unique setting. Homes are delivered ready for use and fully managed, freeing owners from the typical demands of second home ownership.
Who is the team behind Casera?
Casera was founded by José Duarte, a native of Andalusia, and Carly Duarte, who relocated to the region from New York City. Together, they bring extensive experience across real estate, architecture, interior design, technology, and the delivery of complex projects.
Booking & Use
How does the booking platform work?
Casera’s booking platform is designed to provide fair access to all owners within a Collection.
Each owner within a Collection receives an equal number of points annually, with weeks assigned a point value based on seasonal desirability across the three homes. Points are released in batches, allowing owners to prioritize the times that matter most, through structured booking rounds. A built-in waitlist automatically reallocates time if a reservation is cancelled. If a week remains unreserved within 30 days of arrival, it becomes available to all owners at no point cost on a first-come, first-served basis.
Points must be used within the calendar year and do not carry over. However, if an owner is unable to use all of their annual points, they may share time at a Collection Home with family and friends.
How much time do Collection owners get to use between their three homes?
With 13 owners sharing three homes, ownership is designed to typically support 8–12 weeks of annual use across the Collection. Usage is balanced through a seasonally weighted point system, with the number of weeks depending on when owners choose to travel. Owners prioritizing only peak periods may receive fewer weeks, while those with greater flexibility may spend more than 12 weeks annually across the homes by taking advantage of lower-season and last-minute bookings.
Is it possible for Collection owners to always get the weeks they want?
The booking system is designed to give all owners equal access to the homes within a Collection. While exact weeks cannot be guaranteed, points are released in batches, giving owners several opportunities to secure their preferred weeks as each new booking round opens.
Because each Collection includes three homes, owners have a broader range of options in any given week, increasing the likelihood of finding availability that works for them.
Do I need to move between homes during my holiday?
No. Owners can book extended stays in a single home, typically between 2 and 4 weeks, and in some cases longer.
The only exception is the Beach Home during summer, when demand is highest and booking guidelines are designed to give all owners the opportunity to enjoy time there.
Once all owners have had the opportunity to secure their preferred extended stays, the booking platform provides additional flexibility, including the ability to combine stays at two or all three homes within a single trip, if desired, depending on availability.
How far in advance can Collection owners book holidays?
Booking rounds allow owners to reserve holidays between 12 and 23 months in advance. Time not reserved during booking rounds remains available closer to travel, providing flexibility for those planning on a shorter timeframe.
Can a Collection owner buy more points?
Additional points cannot be purchased. Each owner receives an equal allocation of points per year. If a home is still available within 30 days, it can be booked without using points on a first-come, first-served basis.
What happens to unused points at the end of the booking year?
Unused points expire at the end of the booking year.
If a Collection owner cancels their holiday, do they lose their points?
Plans can change, and flexibility is built into the booking platform. Points are returned when a reservation is cancelled within the permitted cancellation period, making the home available to other owners. Cancellations made after that period may result in the loss of points, helping ensure that each home remains well utilized.
Can Collection owners gift weeks to family and friends?
Just as with traditional holiday home ownership, one of the benefits of owning within a Casera Collection is the ability to share time with family and friends. Owners may use their points to gift stays to those closest to them.
Can Collection owners rent out the homes in their Collection for weeks they do not use?
No. Casera Collection homes are reserved exclusively for owners thier guests and may not be rented.
The Homes
How does Casera find and acquire Collection homes?
Casera works with established real estate professionals who specialize in sourcing properties with exceptional potential within each destination. These relationships, built over nearly two decades of experience acquiring and renovating homes in the region, provide early and often exclusive access to desirable properties, including off-market and pocket listings. This access allows Casera to carefully select distinctive homes for each Collection, often before they reach the broader market.
What criteria does the home have to meet to become a Casera Collection home?
Regardless of Collection tier, Casera selects homes in the most desirable areas within each destination. In City and Mountain locations, preference is given to historic properties with original character and architectural details that can be preserved and restored. In the Beach destination, where development is more recent, Casera looks for properties with strong design and renovation potential.
Across all Collection tiers, every property must meet a core set of requirements: at least one outdoor space, dedicated or reliably available parking, abundant natural light, and the potential for a layout that meets Casera’s design standards.
What is included in each home?
All Casera homes, regardless of tier, are designed to a consistent standard of comfort and functionality with an outdoor space, a dedicated remote-work area, and either private or reliably available parking.
Each tier builds upon this foundation, with enhanced features incorporated where feasible.
- Clasica & Grande tiers: Fireplaces in the living space and freestanding bathtubs in the primary suite.
- Prima tier: Fireplaces in the living space, freestanding bathtubs in the primary suite, and private parking across all homes. Additional features may include plunge pools, saunas, and dedicated owner storage.
Across all tiers, each home is fully equipped with Casera Essentials, a selection of comforts, technology, and design details chosen to support everyday living, including:
- A fully equipped kitchen with cookware, utensils, and tools
- Pantry staples, including coffee, tea, olive oil, and spices, restocked for each stay
- Locally crafted glassware and dishware
- Kitchen, bath, and laundry essentials, including soaps, detergents, and paper goods
- Quality bedding, linens, and towels
- Premium appliances and practical tools, such as hair dryers and clothes steamers
- Entertainment and outdoor essentials, from board games to beach chairs
- Integrated media and security, including high-speed internet, television, and sound systems
How are the homes designed & decorated?
Each home is designed by Casera’s in-house interiors team to reflect its surroundings. Beach homes feel light and coastal, City homes draw on Spanish architectural character, and Mountain homes reflect a more rustic sensibility. Each home is delivered fully furnished, with interiors that feel comfortable, distinctive, and true to its setting.
Can Collection owners make decor or furnishing requests or suggestions?
The design and furnishing of each home is managed exclusively by Casera’s in-house interiors team. Once homes are in use, owners may propose interior updates or additions through the Owners Association. Casera oversees approved projects, with costs shared among owners.
How are the homes maintained?
Once homes are in use, Casera serves as the dedicated home maintenance manager, with a focus on three key areas: consistent upkeep, on-call support, and long-term planning. These services are supported by the annual maintenance fee.
Consistent upkeep includes routine monitoring and maintenance of each home, with thorough inspections between stays to ensure everything is functioning properly and minor repairs handled proactively.
On-call support ensures each home has a dedicated property manager available to address any issues that arise during a stay, with prompt resolution.
Long-term planning involves developing a proactive maintenance strategy. Larger projects are planned in advance, such as exterior repainting, and funded through the Collection’s reserve fund, established as part of the share cost and maintained through a portion of annual maintenance fees.
Are their guidelines for the use of Collection Homes?
Upon commitment to a Collection, each owner agrees to Casera’s Home-Use Guidelines that outline expectations for the care and use of the homes. These include standards such as no smoking indoors, procedures for reporting damage, and a pet policy.
Are pets allowed in the homes?
Only dogs are permitted. They must remain off furniture and out of bedrooms, with further requirments outlined in the Home-Use Guidelines. An additional cleaning fee applies to ensure the home is properly prepared for the next owner.
Is smoking allowed in the homes?
Smoking is not permitted inside the homes. Each home includes an outdoor space or balcony where smoking may be accommodated, subject to building or community rules.
Can Collection owners keep personal belongings at their homes?
Within Prima Collection, secured storage for each owner is a design priority and incorporated when possible. In Clasica and Grande Collections, this feature may be included when space allows, but is not guaranteed.
Who is responsible for damage incurred during a stay?
Owners are responsible for any damage incurred during their stay.
Do Collection owners receive keys to the homes?
To keep access simple and secure, permanent keys are not issued. Instead, sets of keys are provided for each stay, either handed over upon arrival by the property manager or placed in a secure lockbox.
Holiday Experience
Can I spend my holiday at multiple Collection Homes?
Once booking rounds are complete, owners may combine stays at 2 or 3 homes during a single holiday, subject to availability.
Which airports are most convenient for traveling to Collection homes?
Collection Homes are accessible via airports in Jerez de la Frontera, Seville, and Málaga, offering a range of domestic and international connections throughout the year.
What can Collection owners expect upon arrival at their holiday homes?
Upon arrival at a Collection Home, each space is thoroughly prepared, with crisp sheets on made beds, stocked bath and laundry essentials, wood set for the fireplace (season dependent), and kitchens are stocked with staple items such as coffee, tea, olive oil, and paper goods.
Everything is in place to allow for a seamless arrival and immediate enjoyment of the home.
What if there is a home maintenance issue during a holiday stay?
Should a maintenance issue arise during a stay, each home has a dedicated property manager available to assist. Issues are addressed promptly to ensure minimal disruption to your holiday.
What services are offered with Casera Concierge?
Casera’s optional concierge service offers personalized support to enhance each stay and is available for a flat fee per visit. Arrangements can be made before or during the stay, including transportation and car rentals, a fully stocked fridge upon arrival, curated culinary and tasting experiences, and local excursions.
When can Collection owners make reservations with Casera Concierge?
Casera Concierge service is available starting one month prior to each stay to assist with advance bookings, particularly during high season. Support continues throughout the stay for any additional needs or requests.
Ownership & Legal
How is ownership legally structured?
Ownership within a Casera Collection is structured through an Owners Association, the legal entity that holds title to the homes. Each owner holds an equal share in that entity. Casera works with an established legal partner in Spain specializing in real estate to structure each Collection, oversee the acquisition of the homes, and ensure the necessary ownership and governance documentation is in place. This provides a clear legal framework for ownership in accordance with local regulations. Ownership can be transferred, sold, or included as part of an estate, subject to the governing agreements.
What is the buy-in process for a Collection?
Reservation: A Collection tier is selected and a share is reserved by signing a pre-contract and making an initial payment of 10% of the share cost.
Owner Qualification: Prior to final acceptance, Casera conducts a qualification review to ensure each prospective owner meets the financial requirements.
Closing: Once the Collection phase is ready to launch, the remaining 90% of the share cost is transferred. Ownership is then formally recorded in the Shareholders’ Register, and access is granted to Casera’s owner platform, where stays are booked.
Do Collection owners hold equity?
Yes. Each Collection is owned through a legally established company registered in Spain. Collection owners hold an equal equity share in that company, representing true ownership rather than a membership or subscription structure. Ownership is formally recorded, with transparent governance, voting rights, and a proportional share of the company’s assets, including the three homes and the Collection’s reserve fund.
Can a share be purchased jointly with others or through a company?
A Casera share may be owned by a single individual or a legally recognized couple. Shares cannot be owned jointly with other individuals or through a corporate entity. This structure supports clear ownership and straightforward governance within each Collection.
Are there any loans or encumbrances against Collection Homes?
No. Casera requires each owner’s contribution to be funded in full, with owner funds applied directly toward the acquisition, renovation, and furnishing of the homes. No loans are taken against the properties, and Collection Homes are delivered without mortgages, liens, or other encumbrances.
Are Collection Homes fully insured?
All Collection Homes are fully insured with comprehensive property and liability coverage, including structural insurance, contents insurance for furnishings and appliances, and general liability coverage.
Are Collection Homes affected by tourist housing regulations in Spain?
Collection Homes are not rented to the public and are used exclusively by owners and their guests. As private residences rather than commercial tourist rentals, they are not subject to tourist housing regulations.
How long does Casera manage a Collection?
Casera serves as the sole administrator of the Owners Association from its incorporation. If desired, owners may vote by majority to appoint a new administrator two years after delivery of the final home of a Collection.
Financial & Fees
What are the total costs associated with ownership?
Across all Collection tiers, there are three cost components:
- The initial share purchase — equity in the homes
- Annual maintenance fee — paid at share purchase and annually thereafter
- A per-stay departure fee — covering utilities for the stay period and professional cleaning
How much does a Collection share cost?
Share costs vary by Collection tier:
Clasica Tier (three homes, each 2 bedrooms): €190,000
Grande Tier (three homes, each 3-4 bedrooms): €325,000
Prima Tier (three homes, each 5 bedrooms): €495,000
The share price provides equity ownership in the company that holds title to the homes, with the project budget managed by Casera for property acquisition, full renovations, furnishings, an initial contribution to the Collection’s reserve fund, and all legal structuring and professional fees.
What are the maintenance fees and what do they cover?
Maintenance fees vary by Collection tier. Annual rates are:
Clasica Tier (three homes, each 2 bedrooms): €5,500
Grande Tier (three homes, each 3-4 bedrooms): €8,500
Prima Tier (three homes, each 5 bedrooms): €12,500
These fees cover local property taxes, municipal service charges, insurance, routine maintenance and minor repairs, contributions to the long-term reserve fund, and Casera’s management and administration, including administrative and legal costs related to the ownership structure.
Fees are set to reflect actual operating costs and may adjust over time in response to changes in taxes, services, or broader cost conditions.
Can shares be financed?
Casera does not facilitate financing and requires each owner’s contribution to be provided in full upon commitment to a Collection. Independent financing may be arranged at the discretion of the owner; however, any such arrangement remains solely between the owner and their lender.
Is it recommended to work with an advisor?
Casera provides full transparency and external auditing. Given differences between the legal and tax regimes in Spain and those applicable to each owner, depending on factors such as nationality and residence, independent legal and tax advice is recommended when reviewing the documentation.
Taxes
How are taxes considered when buying into a Collection?
All Spanish taxes and fees related to forming the ownership company and acquiring the homes are included in the cost of the share. Personal tax obligations may vary depending on country of residence, and independent tax advice is recommended to understand how these may apply.
Will Collection owners be taxed when they sell their share?
Any gain realized upon the sale of a share may be subject to taxation in Spain. Personal tax obligations may vary depending on country of residence and individual circumstances, and independent tax advice is recommended.
Resale
How does resale work?
Shares acquired during the various development phases of a Collection may be resold one year after completion of the home associated with that phase.
Owners may source a buyer independently or work with Casera to facilitate the sale. In all cases, the incoming owner must complete the due diligence process to ensure the integrity and continuity of the Collection.
If a Collection owner decides to sell their share, will there be a financial return?
If a Collection owner decides to sell their share, they maintain full ownership flexibility. The resale price is set by the seller and, as with any real estate transaction, is influenced by timing, demand, property appreciation, and broader market conditions.
While resale values and timelines cannot be guaranteed, owners may benefit from long-term market appreciation, as with traditional home ownership.