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Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro

Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro

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Overview of Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9320 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Mérida, YUC
  • Popular LocationMérida Cathedral2 min drive
  • Popular LocationUS Visa Applicant Service Center3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaza Grande4 min drive
  • AirportMerida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.)13 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Entertainment Room

2 Double Futons

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Casita

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Casita Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Twin Bedroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro

Welcome to Casa Sur, an original single-story 1880's hacienda in Merida, 1.1 miles from the center "Zocolo", Merida Cathedral and center of town. Twenty foot ceilings with exposed wooden beams typical of the era throughout the home, with original 'pasta' tile floors and patterned cement floors in the patio/walkways. Lush gardens and huge palms in all of the gardens.

The entire house and grounds is yours during your stay with us.

Beautifully furnished, with a full kitchen and gas chefs stove and built-in cook-top, with a pot-filler water faucet over the stove. A large granite-topped island in the kitchen for food preparation, all cookware and eating and drinking utensils are provided. Separate air conditioning unit and ceiling fan in Kitchen to keep the chefs cool while cooking. On-demand safe drinking water along with refrigerator ice and water made with safe filtered/drinking water. Main house has reverse-osmosis water system for clean water.

The master bedroom casita is a separate building with a king-sized bed, luxury master bathroom with a huge walk-in shower with rain-shower head fixture, along with the original water system piping for additional water.. Double sinks in master bath, along with a kitchenette with sink, microwave and beverage refrigerator. Huge triple closets and separate towel storage. On-demand safe drinking water in casita kitchenette. A 50" Samsung TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc available through Apple TV+.

The second bedroom provides a gauze canopy covered queen size bed, mirrored armoire, writing/work desk with mirror and over-head fan, separate air-conditioner.

The third bedroom has two twin beds with built-in armoire with shelves, drawers and closet, writing/work desk and doors leading out to the pool area, along with an on-suite bathroom.

All bedrooms have separate air conditioning units, along with one roll-out single bed if needed and a queen-sized sofa bed in the entertainment room, for total sleeping of nine people. If this is needed, please let us know before you arrive.

The Bathrooms include shampoo, conditioner, fresh bath towels, hand towels & wash cloths and blow dryers. An Iron & Ironing Board is also available in the Casita closet.

A formal dining room with liquor, wine glasses, serving pieces, etc. are in the corner cabinet. The entrance room and media room (with sofa bed) are also part of our beautiful home.

We have a TV room, with a large sofa and chair and ottoman. A 55" Samsung TV with Netflix, Amazon Prime, and other channels available through our Apple TV+.

Outside, is the covered patio with a dining table to accommodate up to 8 people, along with a sofa and patio chairs. The private in-ground pool has two sun-lounge chairs available, along with another dining area off the pool area. One of the two hammocks are on the covered patio, the other on the casita porch. An outdoor shower is located near the pool along with a patch of lawn. We have a Bluetooth enabled speaker available for you use on the patio to surround you with your favorite music programs; Spotify is available here in Yucatan, but not Pandora, which is not available here, yet.

Huge dessert rose plants, several full-grown plumerias, banana trees, large clumps of Heliconia (the lobster plant), orchids, gingers and palms provide shade and aroma's in the garden. Mourning Doves cooing, birds singing with the occasional iguana sightings and our nightly gecko music.

Other Items of Note:

We have a binder of household information, plus favorite restaurants and places we like and services we have used.

A gas barbecue and sink is off the patio.

A washing machine and dryer are available in the bodega. Laundry soap is provided for your use.

Our care-taker, Alex, is on-site 4-5 days a weeks.

We have chaise lounge chairs by the pool and the casita patio for your relaxation.

Food delivery available right to your door from many restaurants and merchants in the area. Uber Eats is also available.

We also have available a private chef to come to the house and cook for you and your group if wanted. Extra fee for this service.

WiFi on site plus Whole-House Mesh-System for great Wi-fi coverage.

Uber is also available here in Merida for your city jaunts. We do recommend getting an Uber account if you are visiting prior to arriving if needed.

Several wonderful cooking classes available in Merida teaching authentic Yucatan foods.

Property manager

David Van Buskirk & Gary Herrera
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
At your own risk

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)
$100.00 for pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house or covered patio area.
No glass containers near pool. Plastic glasses provided. Small dogs under 15# only.
We provide 6 x 5 gallon purified drinking water containers per week. Each 5 gallon after that is an additional $2.00 per container per Alex.
Contact Alex / Care Taker with any concerns or repairs.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mérida

Located in Mérida, this holiday home is in the city centre. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Paseo de Montejo and Plaza Altabrisa. Travelling with kids? Consider Zoological Park of Centenario, or check out an event or a game at Estadio de Beisbol Kukulkan. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Mérida, YUC

What's nearby

  • Mérida Cathedral - 2 min drive
  • US Visa Applicant Service Center - 3 min drive
  • Plaza Grande - 4 min drive
  • U.S. Consulate Merida - 6 min drive
  • Yucatan International Convention Center - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pollos Asados el Rey - 13 min walk
  • Chicharroneria la Lupita - 10 min walk
  • Tortas Lázaro - 11 min walk
  • Casa Santos Lugo - 6 min walk
  • Loncheria Nancy - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Sur, Hacienda Living in Merida Centro located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mercado Municipal Lucas de Gálvez, Museum of the City of Merida and US Visa Applicant Service Center. Paseo de Montejo is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Romantic Property in the heart of Merida
We LOVED our stay at this property. It is a perfect blend of curated, old-school Yucatan with beautiful artwork and furnishings and modern amenities. Soft, comfy beds, a wonderfully appointed kitchen, fluffy towels, nice size pool, and lovely indoor/outdoor living. We enjoyed having coffee out by the pool. The time of year that we visited was very hot (April) so we appreciated all of the fans. There was an issue with the internet the first few days we arrived, but the hosts and on-site manager were very communicative and had it fixed fast. The property is in a very tropical location, so be ready for insects and such. The property had good pest mitigation and screens on the windows, etc. Great walkability into the city center and easy for UBER drivers to find us. We highly recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yosefa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was a dream
We had the most wonderful time staying at David and Gary’s gorgeous house. The backyard courtyard with the beautiful pool felt like a dream. The house had everything we needed and was absolutely beautiful and spotless. We loved everything about our trip and the house. Alex was super responsive and fixed the small little issues we had. Thank you David and Gary for your wonderful hospitality, for all the info. about Merida, and for sharing your amazing house with us! It was an unforgettable trip!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raul E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
7 year anniversary
This stay was magical. We enjoyed Casa Sol and highly recommend. Great location, easy to navigate to all the hot spots. My wife enjoyed all the fun decor and artwork through out the house. The pool and outdoor space made our trip special. Just beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Merida Heaven
We truly had an amazing experience staying at this lovely home in Merida. The pool and porch areas were beautiful and perfect for cooling off on the hotter days. The hammock by the pool is a slice of paradise. We easily all fit in the home and having a separate casita was nice. Communication with the home homeowner was easy and always had quick responses. The groundskeeper was amazing-helped us every day, gave us advice for adventuring in the town, fixed anything that didn’t work. We had a rental car which made getting around easy and quick access to the beach but the house was a great location to easily use Uber as well. Would highly recommend this house-it will help you have a true Merida experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home in South Merida
The home is absolutely gorgeous in every detail. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there with the pool, the large kitchen, and the multiple places to relax. It was a holiday weekend, and we would have liked to see the house manager a little more frequently, but that was understandable. The house is a 25 to 30 minute walk from the center which we enjoyed as we are all walkers. Taxi cabs and the local bus are also very available. all in all, a highly recommended home to visit Merida and Yucatan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by David Van Buskirk & Gary Herrera

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Gary and I have been traveling to Mexico for the past 45 years together, and specifically to Merida and the Yucatan for over ten years looking for the perfect home for our retirement. After many tours and houses, we found our paradise, Casa Sur.
We are both retired chefs living part-time in California and Merida. having been in the restaurant industry for over 45 years.
We love color, gardening, entertaining, cooking and discovering this wonderful area. The people here in Merida have become our new family. We love the beauty of this wonderful area.
We are both born and raised in Northern California and have lived in the Bay Area and in El Dorado County for the last 48 years. We enjoy our friends, and bought Casa Sur with the intent to share this great destination with our friends and families.

Why they chose this property

We asked our real estate agent to provide us a couple of criteria: #1 a single story and #2 - a ‘WOW’ factor when you open the door to the house. We were given both of these. items. We love the pool and the aspect of living outside while being covered with our patio area, a place where we and all of our guests spend most of their time. Cocktail and Happy Hour time each night is very important to our stays here......
We wanted a tranquil setting and found it here....

What makes this property unique

We have a wonderful care-taker, Alex, who has been with this house about 13 years now. He does weekly cleaning, the pool maintenance, the yard maintenance and the building maintenance. Alex, while knowing some English, knows 'Google Translate', and is quite proficient at this. Alex can help with most questions you may have regarding the house and the area.

He can also show you the correct and easy way to lay in the hammocks, located in the pool area and the Casita porch. There is an art to getting in and out successfully.

Alex is on premise Tuesday through Friday, arriving around 9:30 am until 3pm. He is quiet and does his job without disturbing the guests.

He has a schedule:
Tuesday - Launder bed linens and house cleaning.
Wednesday: Pool and building maintenance.
Thursday: Gardening and mowing
Friday: House Cleaning

We change bed linens weekly, usually on Tuesdays. Towels are provided for bathrooms and the pool. We have the washer and dryer available for you to wash and dry them in between general house-cleaning.

His sister Gladys, sometimes greets our guests and speaks excellent English. Gladys can also arrange a private chef coming into the house for a special meal or event. She is available to help with any questions or requests during your stay.

We have a Guest-Binder here at Casa Sur with travel, restaurant and other information you might need or just want to look at.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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