More beautiful in person. Lots of outdoor lounging which is why we loved this particular property. The pool was so great. The tropical plants on this property are amazing. Home had anything we could want. The fans and AC were perfect throughout the house and Casita. Worth the stay. Took Uber everywhere so no need for a rental car. Thanks for sharing your magnificent home with us.
We had multiple issues with electrical, no hot water and master shower was beyond filthy. House is beautiful but needs a better house manager and maid. Sheets were not good, pillows were filthy. Grounds need lots of attention and pool was not clean either. Rate is great but lots of things were lacking
Wonderful oasis hidden behind an unassuming door on the street. Something interesting and beautiful to discover in every part of the property. Neighborhood was friendly. Uber is a great way to get around in the city.
A beautiful property, with a lovely pool, kitchen and casita. The neighborhood is very authentic-you are not up north in the touristy/wealthy area.A few things were missing, like a lighter that functions to light the stove. We were told that a person would come daily to care for the property, but that didnât happen, perhaps because of confusion. The neighborhood is very authentic with crumbling sidewalks and real Meridians living there. Neighbors are friendly and kind. We felt totally safe. The water was safe to drink, plenty of towels and hot water. Be prepared for mosquitos and a resident mouse. One of the bathrooms needs attention to the sink plumbing-it leaks under the sink onto the floor, and the sink doesnât drain. The owners are kind and flexible and communicative!making a falling hazardfalling hazard
Imagine opening the door to paradise! pictures on the app don't do it justice! WOW factor The beds very comfortable and air conditioning was great to have.Reusable grocery bags were great.Bring lots of bug spray and after bite cream.Mosquitos were bad but it was because of the amazing vegetation in the yard!We placed all the unrefrigerated food in cabinet at night-no critter problems.The tv in the house was great, bit of trouble signing in with our own accounts, we brought our Chromecast and streamed onto the TV and viola it was great.Cynthia was the house keeper and she did a fabulous job. She came in every Tuesday and Friday. Have google translate as she only speaks Spanish.Fernando is the main guy and we contacted him through what's app-note on the fridge with his number.Use paseos in the city, so easy and inexpensive.Centro was great to walk around and we felt very safe everywhere we went.Uber is your friend and it's very inexpensive, download the APP.We took the Tren Maya from Cancun airport to Merida and then an Uber to the house-approx 10 CanadianMake sure to book at least XL for a group of 4 or more and mention luggage when booking.This is not like home with the larger SUV'sThe Train was wonderful too, very well run, clean and inexpensive, approx 70 Canadian each per person, free shuttle to and from terminals.You have to book on line.We had great contact with the owners of this grand property and appreciated his timely responses.
We loved our stay at Casa Sur! This was such a unique change from our home in Belize. We loved the gorgeous pool and art throughout. Many thanks David, for the great recommendations!
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!
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.
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 didnât 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.
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!
We loved our stay at Casa Sur. Itâs so lovely inside and outside in the garden. The pools was used many times a day, as it was very warm while we were in Merida. The kitchen is well stocked, there were plenty of pillows and towels, and we really appreciated the purified water and ice available in the fridge, and drinking water at the kitchen sink and casita kitchenette sink. Alex takes amazing care of the home 4 times a week, and is responsive and communicative, despite limited English. We were able to enjoy a free walking tour in the center of Merida, and drove to Uxmal archeological zone, the chocolate museum (the monkeys were a fun surprise!), Cenote Kankirixche, and Hacienda Mucuyche. A fun excursion that worked out well on our own without the high fee. Hire a guide at Uxmal and youâre all set.
We really wanted a chance for our kids to get a more Mexican and Mayan cultural experience, away from the resorts and big hotels. Merida was a great place and we recommend this home.
We had the most wonderful time staying at David and Garyâs 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!!
This property is as beautiful in person as it is in the photos, and a very comfortable base from which to explore the culture of the Yucatan. The hammock by the pool is reason alone to book this place! It is easy to get from the house to the central historic square and tons of restaurants on foot in cooler times of the day or by a short, inexpensive Uber. There are many thoughtful touches like an outdoor bluetooth speaker, bug spray, and a comprehensive manual of suggested restaurants and things to do. Highly recommend.
Recently enjoyed a 3-wk stay at Casa Sur hosting family/friends. This is a fantastic colonial-style property with a perfect blend of modern amenities. It's equipped with a piped water purification system in the kitchen and casita so no need to muck around with bulky "garrafones" for drinking water. The pool is terrific after a day out and about in the Yucatecan heat and the garden space is wonderful. Guests all commented on the comfortable beds. A caretaker is onsite several days a week to handle the gardening, pool, general housekeeping and maintenance - a frequency rare with vacation rentals. The house is a very doable 1 mile walk to the main cathedral, but for those not inclined to walk, UBER is an easy and reliable option.
Because of the owners' many lovely art pieces the property is perhaps best suited for an adult groups or families with teens/older children. It would be a challenge to monitor toddlers or young kids.
In short, I hope to visit again. It was grand!
We were lucky enough to spend 4 weeks at Casa Sur and it's just as lovely as the pictures. While it is located in a less affluent area of Merida, we found our neighbors friendly and welcoming when we went out for our daily walks. It's also a cheap Uber ride to almost anywhere in Merida. The owners responded promptly to a couple of minor hiccups and seemed ready and willing to make our stay as comfortable as possible. My wife and I stayed in the Casita which was like our own private bungalow on the property. The Casita also has my favorite shower of all time! (Tip: Don't miss the handmade tortillas that are produced daily at San Soucci which is only a block and a half from your front door.) To summarize: We love Merida and we love Casa Sur.
Casa Sur is a beautiful house. We loved relaxing there at the end of the day. The furnishings and decorations helped to immerse us in the Mexican culture. The kitchen was well stocked and the rooms were comfortable. The casita allowed for some privacy in a lovely setting. The location was farther from the center of the city than we expected. We elected to walk, but an Uber ride might be more appropriate for many visitors.
This 200-year old colonial home has been stunningly restored and made a very comfortable base for us during our YucatĂĄn trip. We really appreciated the good communication with Alejandro (Alex), who helped us with a number of things. I would love to stay here again!
Alex the local manager met us. Heâs great. Our first impression was the house was fantastic. Looked just like the photos. However, we struggled our entire visit with the presence of rodents in the property. The property manager attempted to get it under control with traps and sticky boards, but it didnât work. 5 days into our 10 day stay we finally reached out to the owners. This occurred when we were awoken by mice on top of us in bed! And after days of finding rodent feces throughout the main house: kitchen countertops, sofa, bathroom floors and showers. Smelled a foul smell in the kitchen and upon inspection we found a 5â+ mouse on a sticky board. Owner got next door neighbor to remove the dead rodent. Owner did what he could, but due to the way things work in Merida, any fix took days. Owners offered a $50/day ârefundâ for our inconvenience, but this hardly addressed our anguish. The final insult was the morning we were heading home, I discovered mice had chewed into my packed luggage to get at a package of Emergen-C. If youâre still reading, and assuming the problem is solved, the house is great. Beautifully appointed throughout. Just wish we had had a different experience.
We chose Casa Sur for our group trip to MĂšrida after researching many Haciendas in the Centro. The photos and reviews were great but our experience was exceptional! We had clear and prompt communication with our host and the caretaker keeps the property up beautifully. Initially we were concerned that the location was a bit too far from popular Plazas but it ended up being an easy Uber or 20 min walk. MĂšrida and the YucatĂĄn is an amazing location with friendly people, delicious (and reasonably priced) food plus stunning sights. We will definitely come back for another group trip to stay at Casa Sur to explore more of the area.
Our stay at Casa Sur was amazing. The moment that we walked into the home we thought the home was spectacular. The kitchen was really well stocked and we enjoyed cooking a few meals during our stay.
We did have issues with not having hot water in the casita, however David promptly organized plumbers to look into what was happening and resolved the issue.
I would highly recommend this property. It is beautiful, comfortable and is located about fifteen minute walk to the plaza.
We look forward to booking Casa Sur next year as the home exceeded our expectations.