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LA CANTINA BOHEMIA
This cozy, artistically conceived 1 bedroom urban cottage offers a highly livable and entertaining layout. With the recent addition of an inviting, covered loggia an easy flow from indoor to outdoor living expands the entire sense of space and possibility. The current owner, an artist, often uses the living room as a studio/workshop and has hosted up to 40 people during the annual Merida English Library Art Studio Tour.
Formerly a popular neighborhood cantina, this historic property is now a charming jewel box retreat right in the heart of La Ermita de San Isabel, in Centro Histórico. This home is just 2 blks from Ermita’s iconic church, one of the oldest in the city and the hub for Merida’s celebrated Hanal Pixan (Day of the Dead celebrations).
Entering the property vía a weathered antique door, you step into a magical courtyard landscaped with lush tropical plants. The loggia, stretching across the back wall, offering ample space & shade for al fresco dining or relaxing with a book and overlooks the delightful plunge pool. The current bodega is plumbed to accommodate both another bathroom and has W/D hookups. Indoors, the layout leads past a recessed bathroom into a good sized kitchen with updated appliances, a convenient work area and plenty of space for casual dining. This opens directly into the light, airy living room, lit by a paneled antique window. Through the arched wood doorway, the intimate corner bedroom is a romantic spot for siesta and sleep!
Decorative design features include original mosaic tiles in the bedroom and living room; the Campbell Soup tile along the shared wall in the living room is a nod to the company´s entry into Mexico. Colorful floor tiles create a crazy quilt pattern throughout the rest of the home. The kitchen tiles were salvaged from historic Casa Tortuga, just one block east, and the arched doors, also salvaged are over 100 years old and sealed with beeswax. At the entrance to the bathroom, the Talavera tiles from Puebla, MX, pay homage to the tradition of replacing older tiles with newer patterns — these are imbued with stories of Spanish conquistadors.
The entire property has been upgraded and maintained with attention to both artistry and comfort. In 2020, the roof was reinforced with THERMO insulating foam, offering additional rain protection and lowering the interior temperature by up to 10F in the hotter months.
Move in ready and partially furnished, this unique home welcomes you for year round living, a terrific winter getaway or an appealing investment opportunity. The service team of the last 5 years includes a gardener, a pool cleaner, pest control service, a housekeeper and a construction contractor. They would welcome the opportunity to continue helping the new homeowner in any way.
Code: 1539
$117,000 USD.
Exclusive Listings
LA CANTINA BOHEMIA
This cozy, artistically conceived 1 bedroom urban cottage offers a highly livable and entertaining layout. With the recent addition of an inviting, covered loggia an easy flow from indoor to outdoor living expands the entire sense of space and possibility. The current owner, an artist, often uses the living room as a studio/workshop and has hosted up to 40 people during the annual Merida English Library Art Studio Tour.
Formerly a popular neighborhood cantina, this historic property is now a charming jewel box retreat right in the heart of La Ermita de San Isabel, in Centro Histórico. This home is just 2 blks from Ermita’s iconic church, one of the oldest in the city and the hub for Merida’s celebrated Hanal Pixan (Day of the Dead celebrations).
Entering the property vía a weathered antique door, you step into a magical courtyard landscaped with lush tropical plants. The loggia, stretching across the back wall, offering ample space & shade for al fresco dining or relaxing with a book and overlooks the delightful plunge pool. The current bodega is plumbed to accommodate both another bathroom and has W/D hookups. Indoors, the layout leads past a recessed bathroom into a good sized kitchen with updated appliances, a convenient work area and plenty of space for casual dining. This opens directly into the light, airy living room, lit by a paneled antique window. Through the arched wood doorway, the intimate corner bedroom is a romantic spot for siesta and sleep!
Decorative design features include original mosaic tiles in the bedroom and living room; the Campbell Soup tile along the shared wall in the living room is a nod to the company´s entry into Mexico. Colorful floor tiles create a crazy quilt pattern throughout the rest of the home. The kitchen tiles were salvaged from historic Casa Tortuga, just one block east, and the arched doors, also salvaged are over 100 years old and sealed with beeswax. At the entrance to the bathroom, the Talavera tiles from Puebla, MX, pay homage to the tradition of replacing older tiles with newer patterns — these are imbued with stories of Spanish conquistadors.
The entire property has been upgraded and maintained with attention to both artistry and comfort. In 2020, the roof was reinforced with THERMO insulating foam, offering additional rain protection and lowering the interior temperature by up to 10F in the hotter months.
Move in ready and partially furnished, this unique home welcomes you for year round living, a terrific winter getaway or an appealing investment opportunity. The service team of the last 5 years includes a gardener, a pool cleaner, pest control service, a housekeeper and a construction contractor. They would welcome the opportunity to continue helping the new homeowner in any way.
