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Turnkey Santa Ana home fit for the modern foodie
Artisanal villa
Extravagance at every turn in this private Itzimná sanctuary
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By Lee Steele
On a quiet street in beautiful Itzimná sits a stately, romantic villa, that speaks to your heart while blowing your mind.
The villa is remarkable not just for its scale, but for its astonishing details — not just gilding, but solid, impeccable hand-carved details, from floor to ceiling, and from left to right.
The property’s high walls stretch down the street, containing the villa in mystery. Those fortunate to be invited inside immediately see an oasis of mature trees, tasteful gardens, and elegant water fountains. The sheer size of the 43,000-square-foot property is, of course, striking on its own. Way in the distance — is that part of the property? Yes, it is.
Closer to the main house, one can appreciate the multitude of leaded glass windows, with metal protectores that exactly mirror their intricate designs. Red flagstone shipped in from San Luis Potosí is underfoot, winding throughout the gardens, patios and the five-car garage. Arches are hand-carved stone. Above, intricate tile work add even more visual interest on the ceilings.
The house was built for a former governor of Yucatán and later sold to the present owner who took two years to add countless artisanal details — hand-carved stones, hardwood, vaulted ceilings, and many surprising details throughout that gracious and welcoming Spanish-style villa. Absolutely everything is hand-carved from natural materials.
Also clear is the care in which this house was kept. Everything has been impeccably groomed and maintained. The villa may possess old-world charm, but it’s as good as new. All the rooms are air-conditioned. Unlike many homes here, the main house escapes moisture problems because it was built on a foundation that lifts it from the damaging moisture in the ground.
The property even includes a private, meditative capilla — a shaded chapel that inspires meditation and calm. On the slightly more modern side, the chauffeur’s house has been converted into an apartment complete with a solid onyx wet bar.
The property alone makes this villa worth considering. The craftsmanship, attention to detail, and love that was poured into this house bring it over the top.
Without being there, it’s impossible to completely appreciate the quality, sense of space and tranquility, artistry, detail, and love that created this spectacular home.
The details
Property size: 43,000 square feet Living Area: 12,000 square feet Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 8
Garage: 5 vehicles
Amenities include: Garage ample for five vehicles, multiple terraces, custom pool with replica aqueduct water feature
Offered at: US$2,599,000
See more at mexintl.com, property code 005949
For a private tour contact Colm Cooney, colmyucatan@gmail.com, 999-169-6430 or Mitch Keenan, miguelsmexico@gmail.com, 999-920-6856
This turnkey modern house in the popular Santa Ana neighborhood has everything covered
By Lee Steele
The details
Property size: 3,015 square feet Living Area: 2,470 sqare feet Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2
Garage: Large enough for an SUV Amenities include: Pool, comprehensive water systems, laundry room, solar panels, air conditioning Offered at: US$479,000
If you like cooking at home as much as you enjoy dining out, Casa Quadro has the amenities and the location for both.
Casa Quadro is quiet and peaceful, yet close to Mérida’s best seafood, steaks, tacos, and pasta. This modern beauty is a quick one-block left and one-block right to reach the top of Santa Ana’s “restaurant row.” It’s also just two blocks from the emblematic Paseo de Montejo, where even more dining and shopping await. At over 2,300 square feet, this Henry
Ponce-designed open-concept home has two bedrooms, two large bathrooms, and a garage large enough to hold an SUV. From the front door is an amazing sightline. Enter under a stunning 20-foot skylight in the front room. This clever architectural element not only provides plenty of light but also allows for stargazing at night. It would be a shame to hide the gorgeous
Brazilian granite kitchen island behind walls and a door. Happily, the kitchen is open to the entertaining space. It’s not just a pretty workspace: high-end appliances create a chef’s dream kitchen. The gorgeous backyard, complete with a filtered pool and lush gardens of mature greenery, provides a private oasis to enjoy the lovely Mérida weather. Four outdoor terraces give ample opportunity to truly have an outdoor living experience in various areas of this home. Or to take shelter from the sun, 14 solar panels provide plenty of power to allow you to live in air-conditioned comfort all year round. The practical things are not forgotten. For example, Casa Quadro has a complete water system. It is pressurized, sanitized with reverse osmosis, and benefits from a saltwater softener system to eliminate hard minerals that dry the skin and hair. Does the house look familiar? For HGTV fans, it should. Casa Quadro was featured on
“House Hunters International” in a “Where Are
They Now?” special. Casa Quadro’s next owners will have every right to feel like stars.
Robert Abuda at Mérida Living Real Estate: robabuda@gmail.com; 999-261-6001.
