Designed and constructed by award winning architect, Alberto Zavala, this sophisticated contemporary home completed in 2017, showcases a palette of well-chosen, cosmopolitan finishes and a stylish, innovative perspective on Merida’s celebrated indoor/outdoor lifestyle. This inviting home, located on a quiet block in desirable Colonia Santiago, is offered for sale elegantly and fully furnished and is truly move-in ready. Entering the property, a tranquil front patio sets the house back from the street, with a circle of lush bamboo creating a pleasing visual transition in front of the magnificently over-sized pivot door. On the main level. the spacious, open plan layout is framed by a soaring, central staircase – an arresting sculptural element which employs architectural drama to optimize airflow and light. A comfortable interior sitting area leads to a handsome, well-appointed chef’s kitchen and immediately beyond the kitchen a modern, covered loggia with sliding screens invites easy al fresco entertaining. Both the kitchen and the airy adjacent dining room open via modern sliding doors to the expansive back garden and the intriguingly artistic plunge pool. Judicious tropical plantings and the spreading branches of a graceful mature Flamboyant tree define the current, minimalist garden concept. This unusually deep lot allows plenty of space for a larger pool, more extensive landscaping and even a free-standing studio/office or guest casita. Upstairs, two good-sized bedrooms, each with well-lit en suite bathrooms and ample closets are accessed from a pleasant landing with a view to an upper level terrace with comfortable seating overlooking the gardens below. Throughout the house, thoughtful design combines upscale fixtures, amenities and finishes with easy maintenance and careful attention to comfort and ventilation. This is a house equally ideal for year-round living, a glorious winter season retreat or a highly desirable rental investment. • 1-Car Garage w Spacious Storage Compartments • Open Floor Plan • High Ceilings • A/C • Cooks Kitchen – All Appliances Included • Marble tops • Travertine Stone Floors • Decorative Pasta Tiles • Elegant Curved Staircase • Skylights • High-end Ceiling Fans • Stone Walls • Pressurized H2O • Plunge Pool • Covered Patio • Spacious 2nd Floor Patio Walk-out from Master • LED Illuminated Gardens & Interior • All Furniture Included • All Appliances Included • All Kitchen Implements Included • All Sheets, Towels, Window Treatments, Dishes. Many pieces of the owners personal art collection can be purchased outside of escrow. Perfectly located on Calle 47, just far enough away from Centro to avoid the congestion but minutes away from the best of what Centro Mérida offers.

Casa Colmena is a sweet 1-bedroom, 1-bath home is the perfect Mérida pied-à-terre. Currently a successful Airbnb, it offers low-maintenance lock-and-leave living with strong rental potential when you’re away. Excellent location that is walking distance to nearby restaurants, Chem Bech market, Parque La Plancha, Plaza Grande, and downtown. After a hot day in the city, retreat to your private, deep filtered pool with a soothing waterfall—a cool oasis in the heart of Mérida. This property comes turn-key and features an induction stove and European washer/dryer combo. Nothing to do but enjoy!

This colorful, charming home cleverly combines Mexican style and appeal, with comfortable modern conveniences. The inviting corner location is perfectly situated in Colonia Santiago within walking distance to Centro Historico, Santa Ana, Santa Lucia and Merida’s emblematic Paseo Montejo. Immediately close by, Santiago’s celebrated traditional market welcomes you with many stalls offering everything from farm fresh eggs to tropical flowers, and more fruit & vegetable assortments than you could desire. Surrounding the market, the church and the plaza, are numerous cafes and bakeries, providing a wide variety of refreshments and dining choices! Entering the house, every visitor is captivated by the light, and the pleasing palette of colors, handmade tiles, traditional finishes and local artwork. The inviting living room includes a flexible arrangement of comfortable seating options, ideal for entertaining or relaxing with a good book. Adjacent to the living room is a spacious dining room, showcasing a spectacular hand carved dining table with matching chairs, set to accommodate 6. The ornately tiled traditional kitchen includes a 6 burner cooktop, refrigerator, double sink, microwave and oven. The layout of the house offers optimal privacy for each of the 2 spacious bedrooms, both with attractive en-suite bathrooms. From the primary bedroom, there is direct access to a large and very magical covered patio, with a delightful water feature, lush tropical greenery and the sparkling dipping pool beyond. A artfully conceived spiral staircase in one corner of the patio accesses the fully finished roof terrace, perfect for sunbathing or enjoying Merida’s celebrated sunsets. The property has been a very successful rental for several years; however, the layout, amenities and location would also make it an ideal winter getaway or long term retirement house. It is being offered fully furnished, with only the personal items of the seller not included.