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CO-OWNERSHIP & COLLECTIONS WITH CASERA

Co-ownership is not a new concept. Many people already share second homes with family or friends, but this often comes with the burden of managing the property themselves. In recent years, several companies have emerged offering professionally managed, turnkey holiday home co-ownership – some even with collection based models. While Casera doesn’t reinvent the co-ownership model, we do offer something uniquely compelling: variety and flexibility within one authentic second home destination, combining the ease of professional management with the charm of hidden gems.

A Casera Collection includes 3 homes located within close proximity, yet offering distinctly different holiday settings – beach, city, and mountains. Each Collection is made up of 13 Co-Owners, providing each with an average of 12 weeks of use per year across all 3 properties.

The homes in a Casera Collection are thoughtfully located – close enough to offer the convenience of a single second home destination, with the familiarity of the same arrival route, culture, and community. Yet they’re far enough apart to provide distinctly different holiday experiences at each location – beachside tranquility, vibrant city living, and serene mountain retreats.

Co-ownership within a Casera Collection provides you with partial ownership of a legal entity that owns 3 distinct properties. Unlike a timeshare, where the property remains owned by the timeshare company, Casera offers true ownership. This means you have the potential to benefit from long-term appreciation and equity – just like with any real estate investment. Timeshares, by contrast, do not include equity and typically depreciate in value over time.

With Casera, you’ll enjoy an average of 12 weeks of use per year across your three homes, and you’re not tied to specific dates. Timeshares usually lock you into the same week each year, limiting flexibility. Casera also gives Co-owners a say in how the properties are managed, so decisions reflect the interests of the Co-Owners Association – not just a company policy. In a timeshare, property management is handled entirely by the company, with little to no owner input.

While timeshare owners may stay in a different unit each visit, Casera homes will truly feel like your own, making every return visit more comfortable and familiar. And when it comes to exiting, Casera offers flexibility: you can sell your share after the first year your collection is in operation, and we’ll gladly assist in finding a buyer. In contrast, exiting a timeshare can often be complicated and restrictive.

That’s entirely up to each Co-Owner! Privacy is always respected, but our Co-Owner platform allows Co-Owners to connect and communicate if they choose. We also host virtual annual meetings per Collection to review finances, maintenance, and any owner requests – participation is encouraged to ensure everyone’s voice is heard. And for those who enjoy a broader sense of community, we offer an online space to connect with Casera Co-Owners across all Collections. Whether or not you participate is always your choice.

Yes, Co-Owners can purchase multiple shares within a Collection to enjoy a greater ownership stake and extended holiday time.

All Casera Collections, regardless of tier, are thoughtfully designed with the same high standard of finishes, furnishings, artwork, and details. The primary difference, beyond the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, is the size of the common areas and outdoor spaces. Our Prima Collection also includes added amenities such as pools, small saunas, and secured storage for each Co-Owner.

Co-Owners can expect to have access to holidays approximately 12 months after commitment to a Collection. The homes within a Collection are completed in phases, in accordance with commitment from Co-Owners: 

  • Phase 1 – When Shares 1-4 are committed, Casera acquires home 1 and renovation begins
    • when home 1 is completed, only Co-Owners 1-4 have access to home 1
  • Phase 2 –  When Shares 5-8 are committed, Casera acquires home 2 and renovation begins
    • when home 2 is completed, only Co-Owners 1-8 have access to homes 1 & 2
  • Phase 3 –  When Shares 9-13 are committed, Casera acquires home 3 and renovation begins
    • when home 3 is completed, all Co-Owners have access to all 3 homes

No, Casera does not own any part of the homes. The 3 properties are fully owned by the Collection Co-Owners Association, which is made up of 13 shares.

ABOUT CASERA

Casera is the first co-ownership company to introduce the Collection concept within a single region, creating a seamless and immersive holiday home ownership experience. While most co-ownership models offer shares in a single home with around 6 weeks of annual use per share, Casera shares provide access to a curated collection of 3 homes, averaging 12 weeks of use per year per share. Unlike other companies that focus on well-known European destinations, Casera introduces the co-ownership model to distinctive hidden-gem destinations that embody authenticity, culture, and a true sense of connection.

After Casera delivers the 3 homes in each Collection – fully turnkey and ready for use – we continue to serve as the manager of the Collection Co-Owners Association (the legal entity made up of 13 Co-Owners, which holds title to the 3 homes). This includes hosting annual meetings, providing access to our proprietary booking system, facilitating communication among Co-Owners (if desired by Co-Owners), and offering open lines of communication so Co-Owners can easily reach out to us at any time. We also oversee all property maintenance, ensuring each home is consistently well cared for and ready to welcome Co-Owners for their holidays. Additionally, we offer an optional concierge service to help tailor each stay – whether it’s arranging groceries upon arrival, booking restaurants, or coordinating local experiences and services.

Owning within a Casera Collection allows you to share the costs of holiday home ownership with a group of like-minded individuals. You also enjoy access to 3 distinct holiday homes, each in a unique setting. Of equal importance, your homes are fully managed, giving you the peace of mind that everything is taken care of – making holiday home ownership truly hassle-free.

We understand that co-ownership isn’t the right fit for everyone. If your dream is sole ownership of a home in Andalusia, Spain, we’re here to help. Whether you’re planning to holiday here, relocate now, or make a move in the future, we may be able to tailor a custom solution to suit your needs, depending on your circumstances. We also offer home management services for individual homeowners, ensuring your property is well cared for even when you’re away.

Casera was founded by José Duarte, a native of Andalusia, and Carly Duarte, a New York City expat who relocated to the region. Together, they bring over 30 years of combined experience spanning real estate, design, technology, and complex project management.

BOOKING SYSTEM & USE PER CO-OWNER

Casera’s booking system is intuitive and user-friendly. Each Co-Owner is assigned an equal number of points per year and weeks for each property are assigned a point value based on seasonal desirability. Points are released in batches, giving each Co-Owner the opportunity to prioritize the weeks that are most important to them. The homes are reserved for exclusive use by Co-Owners, never rented. To ensure the properties are well utilized, a built-in wait-list automatically reallocates time if a Co-Owner needs to cancel their reservation. As an added benefit, if a property has not been reserved within 30 days of a given week, it is made available at no point cost to all Co-Owners on a first-come, first-served basis.

Points for a given year must be used within that year and cannot be carried over. However, points/weeks can be gifted to family or friends if you’re unable to use them yourself.

With 13 Co-Owners sharing 3 homes, each Co-Owner receives an average of 12 weeks of use per year across the properties. Our points-based system is seasonally weighted, meaning the number of weeks you spend may vary depending on when and where you choose to holiday – typically ranging from 7 to 15 weeks per year. 

Our booking system is designed to give all Co-Owners equal access to the homes within a Collection. We cannot guarantee all Co-Owners will be able to book the exact weeks they want, but as we release points in batches, it allows each Co-Owner to prioritize their most desired weeks, before the next round of booking begins.

Yes. Our booking system is designed to prioritize longer stays within a single home during booking rounds. Most Co-Owners prefer to settle in and fully enjoy their surroundings during a holiday, so the system naturally supports extended stays at one home without the need to move between the three properties. It’s the ideal way to relax into the rhythm of local life during your stay.

After all Co-Owners have had the opportunity to secure their priority weeks and extended stays within one home, the system then offers added flexibility – allowing you to combine stays across two or even all three homes in one trip, depending on availability. It’s a wonderful way to experience the range of your homes – from the mountains to the coast – all within a single holiday.

Our booking calendar is designed to allow co-owners to plan holidays between 12 and 23 months in advance, while remaining availability remains accessible closer to travel.

No, additional points cannot be purchased. Each Co-Owner receives an equal allocation of points each year to ensure fairness across the group. However, if a home is available within 30 days, Co-Owners can book it without using points – perfect for spontaneous getaways.

Points expire if they are not used within a calendar year. 

We understand that plans can change, and we strive to be as flexible as possible. At the same time, we aim to minimize last-minute cancellations in order to maximize the use of each home. If a Co-Owner cancels more than 60 days before their holiday, points are fully returned. This allows other Co-Owners the opportunity to plan and enjoy the home if it becomes available. 

Yes! Just like with traditional holiday home ownership, one of the added benefits is the ability to share the experience with those closest to you. Co-Owners are welcome to use their points to gift stays to family and friends. 

No. Casera Collection homes are reserved exclusively for Co-Owners and are not subject to trade, ensuring availability for last-minute bookings and the peace of mind that each home is cared for by those who treat it as their own. 

THE HOMES

At Casera, we leverage a trusted network of top-tier real estate professionals who specialize in sourcing high-potential properties within each destination. These relationships have been carefully cultivated over 15 years of experience in acquiring and renovating homes in the region. Through these longstanding partnerships, we gain early – and often exclusive – access to exceptional properties, including sought-after off-market and pocket listings. This strategic advantage enables us to thoughtfully curate distinctive residences for each Casera Collection, well before they become available to the broader market. 

Regardless of Collection Tier, our first selection criterion is location – we only consider properties in desirable areas of each destination. Across all tiers in our City Center and Mountain destinations, we focus on historic homes with original character and charm, working diligently to preserve and restore these details. In our Beach destination, where development has occurred more recently, we target homes that need upgrading – allowing us to secure strong value and renovate them to Casera’s design standards.  

To be considered, a 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 thoughtful layout aligned with Casera’s signature design approach. 

All Casera homes, regardless of tier, feature outdoor space, a dedicated remote-work area, fireplaces, and convenient parking (private or nearby).  

Each tier offers enhanced features, incorporated wherever the property design allows. 

  • Clasica & Grande Tiers: Bathtub in the primary suite, outdoor grill, and outdoor shower. 
  • Prima Tier: Bathtub in the primary suite, sauna, outdoor kitchen, swimming or dip pool, a sea view at the Beach Home, and a small personal storage space for each Co-Owner. 

Each home, regardless of Tier, comes fully equipped with Casera Essentials – a curated selection of comforts, technology, and design details chosen to elevate your holiday experience: 

  • All necessary cookware & kitchen tools, plus essentials like coffee, tea, spices, olive oil, and vinegars 
  • Locally crafted glassware & dishware to elevate every meal 
  • Hotel-quality mattresses, pillows, linens & towels 
  • Locally sourced bath & shower products 
  • Laundry essentials including cleaning and fabric care products, an iron, and a steamer 
  • High-quality appliances (while locals hang laundry in the sunshine, every Casera home includes a dryer) 
  • Entertainment essentials, from board games to beach chairs 
  • At-home security system, Samsung Frame TVs, Bluetooth speaker system, & high-speed internet 

…and so much more, thoughtfully assembled so your home is not just beautiful, but truly livable. 

Each Casera home is thoughtfully designed and curated by our in-house interiors team. Every Collection Home offers a distinct look and feel, inspired by its surroundings – beach homes are airy and coastal, city homes are historic and charming, and mountain homes exude a rustic warmth. All homes come fully furnished and beautifully decorated, so you’ll feel right at home. 

While we’re unable to accommodate individual requests for décor or furnishings, once your homes are in operation, any interior updates or additions can be proposed by the Co-Owners Association. Casera oversees projects approved by the association, and all costs are shared among the Co-Owners. 

Once the homes are in operation, Casera serves as your dedicated home maintenance manager, with a focus on three key areas: consistent upkeep, on-call support, and long-term planning. 

Consistent upkeep means we routinely monitor and maintain each home – performing thorough inspections between owners’ stays to ensure everything is functioning properly and handling small repairs proactively. 

On call support means every home has a dedicated property manager, just a phone call away, ready to resolve any issues that arise during your stay – quickly and completely. 

Long – term planning involves developing thoughtful maintenance strategies once homes have been in operation for a few years. When it’s time for a major project – like exterior repainting – owners are never caught off guard, and costs are always shared equally. 

Upon commitment to a Collection, each Co-Owner (shareholder) signs our Co-Owners policy which outlines specific guidelines for the home. Some examples of what all Co-Owners agree to include: no smoking indoors, what should happen if something breaks or is damaged, and our pet policy. All Co-Owners are vetted prior to approval into the Co-Owners Association. We are seeking like-minded individuals who will treat the homes as their own, because they are! 

Only dogs are allowed, and must stay off furniture and out of bedrooms. An extra cleaning fee is applied to ensure the house is prepared for the next owner.  

Smoking is not permitted inside the homes. Every Casera home has an outdoor space. 

All properties within Prima Collections include a secured storage cabinet for each owner to store some personal belongings. Where possible, we also incorporate this feature in Grande and Clasica collection properties; however, it is not guaranteed. 

The Co-Owner is responsible for the cost of any damage that occurs during their stay.  

To keep access simple and secure, we don’t issue permanent keys. Instead, each Co-Owner is provided with a few sets of keys during their stay, either handed to them by the property manager upon arrival or placed in a secure lockbox – so that everyone in your group can come and go with ease. 

HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE WITH CASERA

The nearest airport to the Casera homes is Jerez de la Frontera, a regional airport offering easy access to the area. For international arrivals, Seville and Málaga airports are also within comfortable driving distance. Depending on your destination, travel times range from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours from Jerez or Seville, and 2 to 3 hours from Málaga. 

Upon arrival at your Casera home, you can expect a thoroughly cleaned space, crisp sheets on made beds, stocked shower and laundry products, wood prepared for the fireplace (season dependent), a pool ready for enjoyment (Prima properties), and kitchen basics such as coffee, tea, and olive oil. In short, everything will be set so you can simply arrive and start enjoying your home. 

Should any maintenance issue come up during a stay, each home has a dedicated home manager that is just a phone call away and ready to assist. They’ll handle all the details to ensure everything is taken care of quickly and with as little disruption as possible. 

Our concierge team is here to help Co-Owners make the most of their holidays by offering personalized support every step of the way. This optional service is available for a per-booking fee, making it accessible to those seeking a more tailored experience. Offerings include transportation and car rental coordination, a fully stocked fridge upon arrival, grocery delivery during your stay, curated restaurant recommendations and reservations, as well as excursion planning and booking – to name a few. 

Our concierge team is available starting one month before your holiday to assist with advance bookings – something we recommend during high seasons. If you prefer to plan as you go, they’re also on hand throughout your stay to support you every step of the way. 

OWNERSHIP & LEGAL

Reservation – You select your desired Collection tier and reserve your share by signing a pre-contract and making an initial payment of 10% of your total committed contribution. 

Due Diligence – Before final acceptance, Casera conducts a thorough qualification review to ensure that each prospective Co-Owner meets our financial and community standards. This step safeguards all participants and ensures a smooth, transparent process. 

Closing – Once your Collection phase is ready to launch, you complete the remaining 90% of your contribution. Your participation is then formally registered in the Shareholders’ Register, and you gain access to the booking system and Co-Owner community. 

Incorporation – When the homes in your Collection are fully acquired, titled, and registered under the co-ownership company, the Collection becomes a fully functioning ownership entity managed by Casera on behalf of all Co-Owners. 

This structure ensures true ownership, transparent governance, and a clear progression from commitment to full enjoyment of your homes.

Yes. Each Casera Collection is owned through a legally established company registered in Spain. As a Co-Owner, you hold equity shares in that company. This means you are a true legal owner, not just a “member” or “subscriber.” Your equity is formally recorded, and you benefit from transparent governance, voting rights, and a proportional share of the company’s assets. 

A Casera share can only be owned by a single individual or a legally bound couple. Shares cannot be purchased jointly with friends or extended family, and ownership through a corporate entity of any kind is not permitted. This structure keeps governance simple and protects the smooth operation of each Collection. 


No. Casera homes are acquired and renovated without mortgages or other bank financing. This debt – free model provides security and ensures that all co-owners’ funds directly support the property portfolio. 

Yes. All Casera homes are fully insured with comprehensive property and liability coverage. This includes structural insurance, contents insurance (for furnishings and appliances), and general liability coverage. 

No. Casera homes are not rented out to the public; they are strictly private residences used exclusively by Co- Owners and their guests. Because they are not commercial tourist rentals, they are not subject to tourist housing regulations.  

Our legal model clearly defines how maintenance responsibilities are handled. If a Co-Owner fails to pay their share, the structure ensures it doesn’t impact the others. Co-Owners are never responsible for covering another Co-Owner’s obligations. 

Casera will be the sole administrator of the company that owns the properties from its incorporation until two years after the delivery of the last of the three homes in the Collection. This guarantees stability and consistent service from the outset. After this period, Co-Owners may vote by majority to appoint a new administrator or retain Casera in the position indefinitely. 

FINANCIAL & ONGOING COSTS

Share costs depend on the Tier you select. For our inaugural Collections: 

Clasica Tier (two-bedroom homes): €190,000 
Grande Tier (three-four-bedroom homes): €315,000 
Prima Tier (five-bedroom homes): €485,000 

The share price includes your equity ownership in the company that holds the homes, all legal structuring, property acquisition, full renovations, furnishings, and an initial contribution to the reserve fund for the Collection.  

Beyond the initial share purchase, Co-Owners are only responsible for annual maintenance fees and standard departure costs (such as cleaning and utilities). 

While Casera offers complete transparency and external auditing, given the significant differences between the legal and tax regime in Spain and the one that may apply to each Co-Owner depending on variables such as nationality, residence, etc., we urge each potential Co-Owner to review the documentation provided with their own legal and tax advisor. This ensures a complete understanding of your investment and how it may specifically affect you. 

Casera does not facilitate financing and requires the financial contribution of each Co-Owner in full and in advance. If you choose to work with a private lender or secure financing independently, you are welcome to do so. However, any such financing arrangement is strictly between you and your lender – Casera is not a party to the agreement and bears no liability if repayment issues arise.  

Maintenance fees depend on the Collection Tier. Annual rates are: 

Clasica Tier (two-bedroom homes): €5,500 
Grande Tier (four-bedroom homes): €8,500 
Prima Tier (five-bedroom homes): €12,500 

These fees cover local property taxes, rates for municipal services, company taxes, insurance policies, regular upkeep and small repairs, contributions to the long-term reserve fund, and Casera’s management and administration services. 

Note: Casera sets maintenance fees strictly to cover actual costs. While we work to keep these fees fair and efficient, they may adjust over time to reflect rising costs, changes in local taxes, or increases in service expenses. 

Perspective: A single holiday rental or hotel stay can easily cost the same as these annual fees – yet with Casera, that amount covers an average of 12 weeks in homes you actually own. 

Each stay includes a departure fee, which covers the utilities for the period the home was in use and the departure cleaning. These costs are billed per stay and ensure the homes are kept in excellent condition for every arrival. 

TAXES & RESALE

All Spanish taxes and fees related to forming the ownership company and purchasing the homes are included in the initial contribution. Your personal tax situation may vary depending on your country of residence. We recommend seeking guidance from your local tax advisor to understand how these may apply to you. 

Profits from selling your share are typically subject to Spanish capital gains and transfer taxes. Your personal tax situation may vary depending on your country of residence and how long you’ve held your share. We recommend consulting your local tax advisor to understand how these rules may apply to you. 

Shares originally acquired during the various development phases of the Collection can be resold one year after the completion of the phase to which you committed. You can find your own buyer and set the price, or Casera can find a buyer for a fee. In either case, the new buyer must pass our due diligence process.  

As an equity Co-Owner, you have the opportunity to resell your share at the market value determined at the time of sale. The resale price is set by you, and – as with any real estate transaction – timing, demand, property appreciation, and market conditions will influence the outcome. While Casera does not guarantee resale values or timelines, we support a smooth transaction process and require all buyers to complete due diligence to ensure the integrity and continuity of the Collection.