Ernest Hemingway lived at Casa Vigia outside Havana for over 20 years . The house , now a museum , receives over 1000 visitors a year . Vila said helping to save Hemingway 's house transcends politics . Despite its popularity , Finca Real nearly fell victim to Havana 's harsh , hurricane - prone environment . A team is navigating the weather restrictions to bring restoration experts to the project .
Ernest Hemingway lived at Casa Vigia outside Havana for over 20 years . The house , now a museum , receives over 1000 visitors a year . Despite its popularity , Finca Real nearly fell victim to Havana 's harsh , hurricane - prone environment . A team is navigating the weather restrictions to bring restoration experts to the project .