Casa Osito, Santiago Architectural Masterpiece

Casa Osito is a beautifully restored gem just one block from Santiago Square and its daily produce market. With its classic pasta tiles, sky-high ceilings, ancient stone walls, and breezy open living space, it’s a delightful mix of old-world charm and modern comfort. Chill by your private pool or wander over to nearby shops, restaurants, and markets. It’s the perfect launchpad for diving into Mérida’s lively heart!

The space
✔ Keyless Entry and Easy Self Check-in
✔ Strong WIFI (Up to 500 Mbps) available throughout the entire home
✔ AC in both bedrooms
✔ Lofty ceilings with fans and ventilated skylights to ensure pleasant airflow
✔ Extensive Guidebook with our top spots to eat, shop, and must-see attractions in and around Merida.
✔ Personal Concierge to help book reservations, arrange transportation, and enhance your travel experience!
✔ Weekly Maid Service included (for stays 7+ days)
✔ Additional amenities available to rent or borrow during your stay (e.g. a crib, highchair, bicycles, lounge chairs, and more)
✔ Art and Quality Furniture crafted by Local Artisans

★ LOCATION ★

- 2 Minute Walk to Santiago Park
Known for its historical church and incredible market serving up the best of Yucatecan cuisine. Visit Tuesday nights for “Remembranzas Musicales” where all people - locals and tourists, young and old - get together to dance the night away to classic Latin big-band music from the 1940s.

- 10 Minute Walk to Santa Lucia Park
- 14 Minute Walk Plaza Grande and Catedral de San Ildefonso
- 16 Minute Walk to Santa Ana Park
- 20 Minute Walk to Paseo de Montejo & Corredor Gastronómico (or ‘Restaurant Row’)
- 20 Minute Walk to Merida Zoo and Parque de la Paz
★ LIVING ROOM ★
Casa Osito’s living room is a stylish blend of comfort and character. Featuring original pasta tile floors, stunning mamposteria wall, and bright open layout, it’s the perfect place to relax after a day exploring Mérida. The cozy sofa, mid-century accents, and playful artwork create a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels both modern and timeless.

✔ Comfy sofa to curl up with a good book or watch your favorite show on TV
✔ Smart TV
✔ Bluetooth Speaker

★ KITCHEN & DINING ROOM ★
Featuring handcrafted tilework, warm wood cabinetry, and high ceilings, the space feels open and welcoming. When you’re not out exploring, enjoy meals at the elegant wooden dining table after spending an evening honing your culinary skills in the well-equipped kitchen. Large doors open to the patio, filling the room with natural light and a perfect indoor-outdoor flow.

✔ Dining Room Seating for 4
✔ Microwave for quick reheating
✔ Oven and 4-Burner Gas Stove
✔ Drip Coffee Maker (Coffee, Filters, Sugar, Stevia, and non-dairy Creamer provided)
✔ Toaster
✔ Blender
✔ Hot Water Kettle
✔ Refrigerator/Freezer with Ice Maker
✔ Glasses and Wine Glasses
✔ Pots, Pans, Utensils, and Dishes for easy meal prep
✔ Paper Towels
✔ Salt, Pepper, and Olive Oil
✔ Purified Water
✔ 4 Free Beers to get your vacation started!

★ POOL & PATIO ★
Surrounded by lush greenery and high stone walls, this private oasis is designed for relaxation and offers a peaceful escape from the city’s bustle. Enjoy a morning swim, lounge in the sun, or unwind with a drink under the shaded pergola. The inviting pool and cozy seating make it the perfect spot to soak up Mérida’s warm tropical vibes.

✔ Private Pool (13 ft Long / 8 ft Wide / 4.5 ft Deep)
✔ Outdoor Furniture with Seating for 4
✔ Half Bathroom

★ MAIN BEDROOM ★
This spacious bedroom blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Thoughtful touches like a wardrobe, writing desk, and natural light throughout make this a comfortable and peaceful retreat. Large glass door opens to a private patio with garden views—perfect for your morning coffee.

✔ King-sized Bed
✔ 680 Thread Count 100% Cotton Sheets
✔ Both Soft and Firm Pillows Provided
✔ Combination Safe to store your valuables
✔ Room-darkening Curtains
✔ Ample Closet Space and Hangers
✔ Dedicated Work Space
✔ Iron and Ironing Board
✔ En-suite Bathroom

★ 2.5 BATHROOMS ★
The home includes two baths for each bedroom in addition to the outdoor half bath. Stocked with all of the essentials like shampoo, conditioner, and body wash – so no need to worry about packing these items.

✔ Hot Water
✔ Strong Water Pressure
✔ Hand soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, and Body Wash Provided
✔ High-Quality Hand & Bath Towels
✔ Hair Dryers
✔ Toilet Paper

★ GUEST BEDROOM ★
Spacious and full of character, this bedroom features a comfortable king bed and an additional twin bed—perfect for couples, friends, or small families. Natural light pours in through tall windows with traditional wooden shutters, creating an airy and relaxing atmosphere. Thoughtful touches like bedside lighting, handcrafted furnishings, and charming artwork make this a welcoming retreat after a day of exploring.

✔ King-sized Bed
✔ Twin-sized Bed
✔ 680 Thread Count 100% Cotton Sheets
✔ Both Soft and Firm Pillows Provided
✔ Ample Closet Space and Hangers
✔ Dedicated Work Space

All of our guests are welcome to the entirety of the home and have access to use anything on the property including the kitchen, pool, and any other amenities. The house is not shared with any other occupants or pets, so you can enjoy privacy during your stay.

About us:

Casa Osito is owned and professionally managed by Burro y Flauta Vacation Properties, and guests will have access to the concierge manager as needed during their stay.

Burro y Flauta is a vacation property rental and management company owned and operated by ex-pats from the U.S. who have made Merida our home. We have traveled a lot and stayed in a variety of properties around the world, so we know what you need and want from your vacation property. Allow us to help make your visit to Merida perfect!

Burro y Flauta owns and manages several other vacation homes in the historical center of Merida (between 1-5 bedrooms); please check them all out!

Check-in & Check-out:

Check in is available after 3pm. Check out is before 11am.
Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability at the sole discretion of the host.
Early check-in availability is determined on the day of arrival and is a free courtesy to our guests.
If you need a late check-out, then we might be able to permit it depending on the needs of our next guest, but we will charge a late check-out fee.

General Rules:

1. To book this space, you must be at least 21 years of age.
2. The name on the reservation must match the person staying in the house. To verify, we may require a photo of ID of all people entering the property.
3. Quiet hours are observed from 10pm to 8am on the interior and exterior of the property. The purpose of quiet hours is to maintain a quiet and comfortable environment for all guests and neighbors.
4. No smoking inside the space. If a guest is found smoking or evidence of smoking is found after check-out there is a $500 USD fine.
You may smoke on the exterior patios granted you use the provided ash trays.
5. Please only flush toilet paper down the toilet.
6. An excessive cleaning fee of a minimum of $75 USD will apply to any reservation which caused excessive cleaning services to be rendered.
7. Guests are responsible for any breakage or damage to the property.

Fees:

- The fee for overnight visitors above a total of 4 guests is $300 pesos per person per night. Any additional guests require prior approval from the host.

- One small (under 15kg) pet is welcome, but the guest is responsible for all damage caused by their pets. An extra pet fee of USD$75 will be charged.

- Electricity is included for stays of 2 weeks or less; and for stays of longer than 2 weeks, no electricity is charged unless the usage greater is USD$3 a day for the 1BR or 2BR homes, or USD$5 a day for the larger homes.

- For rentals in excess of 1 week, weekly cleaning as well as pool maintenance will be provided at no extra charge. Contact us if you are interested in additional cleaning for an extra fee.

- Lost key or electric key fob will result in a US$20 charge.

- We are not responsible for any left items after check-out. If we do have to ship an item, there is a minimum of $50 (depending on the size of the items) shipping fee by host plus the shipping company cost to ship the item. It may take up to 14 days before we can ship the items.

Additional Notes:

To keep the pool clean and maintained during your stay and for future guests, our pool staff is scheduled to service the pool twice per week. The total service should take 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Merida is a hot and humid climate, and this climate tends to host insects. As a result, you may see insects in the house. We do monthly extermination to try to prevent problems but it's not a perfect solution. We also supply bug spray and citronella candles to assist.

We are not responsible for any items brought into or left at the house. If you believe that you left something in the house after your departure, then please let us know. We will verify whether we have the item and share our office address so that you may pick it up. We will store any such items in our ‘Lost and Found’ located in our office for 30 days. If no one has come to claim those items within the 30 days, then we will dispose of it.

Furniture and décor from pictures may differ. We are always upgrading and improving the look and feel of our property for the comfort and pleasure of our guests.

We love Casa Osito and we are sure you will too!