“Hospitality, convenience, and emersion in a real Mexican neighbo” We spent three months in the bungalow and it was a wonderful experience. The pool is a real one for swimming and the hacienda is safe. When you walk out the front gate there's the city bus down to the Zocalo, today's newspaper, the farmers market with everything, a fresh juice stand, a great Chinese take out, a chain food market with beer, wine and meats.Our tip, take the bus to the mall, catch a movie, eat out, shop and taxi home. Enjoy Carnaval!

“Be warned!!!” Having stayed at Casa de angeles for three weeks I thought it might be important to mention what everyone has failed to...You will not want to leave!!! We are an aussie couple with 3 young kids (10, 6 and 18mths at the time) going to Merida and the Yucatan for the first time. Dealing with annette was a pleasure and she was extremely helpful with making all arrangements and contacts, especially Juan and Nora: the caretakers, neighbours, Spanish tutors, cooking instructors and guides.. and now friends. As with everywhere in Mexico, if you speak a little lingo, it goes a long way, but Juan speaks perfect English if you don't. They can be as involved or at arms length as you want, but don't pass up their local knowledge. The house is a 400 year old Spanish colonial terrace which reveals little from the street. But once you step inside you will be transported back to a time of grandeur long gone from modern construction. Annette and her husband have been ever respectful to local design and decor and have created a wonderful house, large enough for 2 families to enjoy. The palette of terracotta, pastel coloured walls, hand painted floor tiles, timber shutter doors, antique wooden furniture and soaring 5 metre ceilings show just how much of a labour of love the restoration of this home has been. And then there's the pool... the hub of the home if you have kids. Cool, deep and cleaned daily, it will be the place you spend most of your quiet time; watching hummingbirds and small tortoises make their way around the garden. Casa de angeles is ideally located near the centre of Merida and is a stones throw away from bus stations if you want to travel further into the Yucatan or other Mexican destinations. The bustling markets are within easy walking distance as is the Plaza Grande. And if you want to explore the world of the Maya and other cultural locations in the Yucatan please organise a tour with irwingtours.com.mx. You will love Casa de angeles like we do.

“A little paradise!” I stayed at Sophie's house in Merida twice with some friends. The house is very beautiful, and huge! The two rooms are really far apart, and both have toilets, which is perfect for privacy. The kitchen has everything you need to cook, and there's a nice dinning room. But the real highlight of the house is the backward. There's a part of it that has a ceiling and hammocs, which is perfect to relax when the sun is too hot, and even when it rains. And to pool is amazing too! Apart from that, the house is well-located and you can easily walk to the center and the shops and markets to buy some food. I had a great time there both times and wouldn't hesitate to go back anytime!

“A Week To remember” What can Brenda and I say? Remarkable! Space, amenities, comfort, modern and old combined. Memories were made here and you have a home that I can only wish to own. All your suggestions were bang on and the rental car company literally delivered the car to the door and picked it up with no hassle and great pricing too. What a great time! Thanks for everything and see you next year!!

“Magical Escape” My friend and I just returned from 4 amazing nights in Casa Sisal. We had spent a few days in Merida, and the trip to the country was a fantastic counterpart. As you enter the grounds, beautiful landscaping and nature surrounds you. At the center of it all is the contemporary designed house, which exceeded the already high expectations we had before we arrived! The days were warm and relaxing and magical fireflies lit up the grounds as twilight began. Cyndy' suggestions for daily outings were interesting, tasty, and offered many insights into the history and local culture of the region. The caretakers, Bartola and her sister Soco were very warm and helpful and they cooked us an outstanding regional meal, which I highly recommend. We had a great time communicating with them using an iPhone language translation app! We can't wait to return with additional friends in the near future.

“Paradise in the Yucatán” My family and I just stayed at the Hacienda Petac for an unforgettable week. We all knew this was going to be a beautiful trip but we all left blown away. From delicious Mexican cuisine to the hacienda's expansive landscapes, this is the place you want if you are looking for a rich experience of all that the Yucatán has to offer. The hacienda's staff made the stay even more pleasant. Each and every one of the members of staff were excellent and friendly. Hacienda Petac is a short car ride away from the Yucatán's incredible Mayan ruins and breathtaking Cenotes (a must see)! The hacienda's tour guide, Miguel, is another of Hacienda Petac's gems taking us personally to each site and sharing with us the rich history of the area. All in all, I can't recommend Hacienda Petac and the Yucatán experience enough. Treat yourself to everything it has to offer. You can thank me later!

“Amazing Oasis!” Hacienda Sac Chich is one of the best places I have ever stayed! Located 40 minutes from the Merida airport it is easily accessible. Sac Chich offers a luxury experience in the heart of the Yucatan with easy access to the surrounding sites, such as the city of Merida, off the beaten path cenotes-where you will be the only one exploring the water caves, Mayan ruins, outdoor markets, and exploring the local scene. You can ride a bike to pick up freshly made corn tortillas and frozen fruit bars. The property houses spacious bedrooms with queen/king beds and individual bedrooms. There are small ponds full of lily pads and frogs, palm trees, and nothing but green surrounding you. You will have a pool all to yourself that is perfect for sipping freshly made margaritas and reading a book. There is a roof top to watch the sunsets, bocce ball, a field full of fireflies at night and a great sound system, in case you want to have a dance party. Everything is clean and well taken care of. The owners are more than happy to supply you with where to shop/dine, the best keep secrets of the area, maps with directions to everything and any other help you need. Staying here we had privacy, quiet, comfort, easy access to exploring and a place that felt like we had a home during our vacation. There is nothing negative I can say about my stay here. I would highly recommend Hacienda Sac Chich to anyone who is looking for a cultural Mexico experience.