The Cabildo boosts the comprehensive restoration of the historic Casa Soler in Vilaflor
Rosa Dávila highlights the Insular Corporation’s commitment to promoting identity and preserving the Historical Heritage of the island
The works involve an investment of 1.6 million euros
The Cabildo of Tenerife, through the Department of Heritage, is driving the restoration works of Casa Soler, located in the municipality of Vilaflor, with a budget of 1.6 million euros and a construction period of 18 months. The President of the Cabildo, Rosa Dávila, visited the ongoing works at the property owned by the Cabildo, accompanied by the Insular Director of Historical Heritage, Isabel de Esteban, the Mayor of Vilaflor, Agustina Beltrán, the architect in charge of the works, Javier Álvarez, and the restorer, Víctor Rodríguez.
“This investment will transform one of the most emblematic properties in southern Tenerife into a new space dedicated to preserving and disseminating the traditions and rural history of our island,” said Dávila, who emphasised that “this intervention not only involves the recovery of a historic building but also its adaptation for use that combines heritage conservation with cultural dynamism, job creation, and local development. Therefore, once the restoration is complete, the intended use will be as a museum space.”
Furthermore, the insular president reminded everyone that this initiative continues to support the recovery of Historical Heritage and significant spaces that merge history, culture, and local development, such as La Casa Lola in Guía de Isora and the Palacio de Carta, among other civil and ecclesiastical projects. In this regard, the Department of Heritage has a budget of 15 million euros, establishing itself as the most substantial investment in cultural conservation in its history.
Agustina Beltrán expressed her gratitude for the commencement of the works, stating that “they have been highly anticipated and we are fortunate to achieve this, which was very important for the citizens of Vilaflor de Chasna.”
For her part, Isabel de Esteban expressed satisfaction with the progress of the restoration works, highlighting it as an example of the commitment of the Cabildo de Tenerife to advocate for all movable and immovable Heritage on the Island.
The building dates back to the 16th century, although the current structure is from the 17th century. It is notable for its artistic historical value, reflective of the characteristic style of traditional Canarian architecture. The house features a hall with a portico and columns, and a main entrance with stonework. At the back of the property, there is a wine press and several plots of land.
