Historic Hacienda with Boutique Hotel Design Merida, Yucatan Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 202866

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Location: Merida, Yucatan, Yucatan, Mayan Riviera, Mexico (45 Min. from Merida and Airport, 3 Hours from Cancun) View Map

Accommodations:  Hacienda W/ Lush Grounds& Pool, 5 Bedrooms + Loft, 4 Baths (Sleeps 12)

Tucked away on the lush grounds of Hacienda Sac Chich,Casa de Maquinas are 3 limestone buildings, a water tower and an 85 ft. chimney. Surrounded by palm filled gardens Casa de Maquinas consists of three 2000sq.ft. rectangular structures that date to 1850.CASA VIEJA houses the LIVING ROOM, 2 KING BEDROOMS, A LOFT BEDROOM AND 2 BATHROOMS AND THE COLONIAL KITCHEN. Opposite the Casa Vieja is the CASA NUEVA, where a dramatic central hallway is the entrance to 3 BEDROOMS and 3 BATHROOMS all with soaring 26’ ceilings and 13’ high doors. The large master has a sunken living area, and outside within a walled garden is a settee and plunge pool. Between these two buildings is an open-air living and dining room, the LOGGIA. From the loggia climb a staircase to a ROOFTOP LOUNGE AND A STAR GAZING PLATFORM. Through a sea shell mosaic tunnel from the inner courtyard you find the POOL AND BOCCE BALL COURT.
Throughout the hacienda there is evidence of its previous utilitarian life. Iron wheels and massive beams are remnants of its past. Once the water tank for the hacienda, the pool is now a shimmering refuge from the heat of the Yucatan. A steel and bamboo pergola and a playita of shallow water with a hammock suspended above provide areas for rest and shade. We have six chaise lounges for your relaxation. The open-air living room and dining pavilion, the Loggia is surrounded by lily and fish filled reflecting water ponds and dramatic lighting. From the loggia climb an enclosed spiral staircase to the roof top lounge area and a star gazing platform. Here you can watch the moon, stars,sunset, an approaching storm or enjoy the night breeze. Framing the entire hacienda are dry stacked stone walls, tall hedges of Fica and walls creatively designed with metal cages filled with local limestone. The grounds are filled with exotic rare palms, bamboos, gingers, tropical plants and fruit trees.
The house restoration has been a project of the renowned Mexican architect Salvador Reyes Rios and his partner and wife Josefina Larrain. Most of the furniture throughout is designed by Salvador and fabricated locally. This hacienda has been published in numerous magazines and books. Most recently Hacienda Style by Karen Witynski and Joe Carr, and prior to the renovation of the pool and Casa Nueva, The New Hacienda by the same authors. Daily gardeners and housekeepers are on the premises Monday to Saturday. The hacienda is close to many of the Mayan Ruins. Uxmal is 1 hour away, Mayapan is 20 minutes, Chichen Itza is 1 hour. The road to Mayapan is 5 minutes away and this road is referred to as the Ruta de Convento. Spend a day winding in and out of the villages where these grand Spanish colonial convents are. The Gulf Coast is 45 minutes away where you can swim in the Gulf water and enjoy fresh seafood. Go diving or snorkeling in many cenotes that are close by: Cuzama is 25 min away.
In addition to the loggia restoration and the new rooftop and Bocce Ball court we have a new hacienda entrance, driveway, bodega and a NEW 2100 SQ.FT. 2 BR, 2 BATH GUEST HOUSE. Although the home was designed in the modern aesthetic, the construction techniques and materials are the same as the hacienda. Surrounded by water lily filled reflecting ponds it was built in the henequen drying fields, adjacent to the hacienda. It is on 3 acres and is surrounded by a 10 foot historic hacienda wall. There is a modern kitchen, a dining area for 8-10 and a sunken living room with fireplace. There is a King in one bedroom and 2 Queens in the other. In the master bathroom the shower can open to an enclosed garden. There is a 30 ft edgeless pool with a playita of shallow water. The home is fully screened. It is a comfortable private enclave.A winding driveway from the main entrance leads to a private parking area. The house can be rented with the hacienda or separately for low,high, holiday: $350,$450,$550.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: In Casa Nueva only. Fans throughout both houses
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: All bed linens are 100% Egyptian cotton, 400-600 count. Bed linens changed by staff every three days
  • Covered Parking
  • Off Street Parking: All parking within walled hacienda
  • Wood Fireplace: In the loggia
• Beds
  • King Bed (4)
  • Queen Bed (2)
  • Twin/Single Bed
• Entertainment
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Music Library: I-pod ready stereo. Stereo speaker selector for music at living room, pool, courtyard and master bedroom
  • Private Hot Tub: Actually a plunge pool with hot and cold water
  • Private Pool: 40 foot swimming pool with bamboo pergola, hammock and 4 chaise lounge.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: There is a toaster oven and microwave, water cooler, stovetop, refrigerator and large sink.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything the cook will need. Coffee is prepared in Bodums.
  • Refrigerator: Additional freezer in Bodega( storage area)
  • Dishwasher: Staff washes all dishes except for Sunday when there is no staff
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Catering Available: We can arrange for Yucatan cooking classes or tortilla making demonstrations, can arrange for a traditional pibil. All cooking or catering extra.
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill: charcoal and lighter fluid provided
  • Deck/Patio: Deck areas off pool and patios off of kitchen, master suite, a king suite and loggia building.
  • Lanai: Our 'lanai' is the loggia building surrounded by decks and reflecting ponds.
• Communications
  • Telephone: The house phone is a cellular phone. All calls made will be deducted from deposit.
• Other Amenities
  • 1- 1,000 sq.ft. master suite w/King and private bath and patio w/plunge pool, 2 King and 1 Queen bedrooms all w/private baths, 1 King bedroom and loft bedroom with 1 Queen and 1 twin beds and shared bath in restored water tower. 2000 sq. ft covered loggia , 85 foot chimney, trampoline , 4 bikes on property for guest use
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Boating
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Spelunking
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Basketball Court
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Museums
• Other Activities
  • REGULATION SIZE BOCCE BALL COURT This property is centrally located to many historic haciendas, cenotes and Mayan ruins. The hacienda is located in a small village of 100 people.

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High Season  Nov-Mar .. $500/night (Casa Vieja)*.. $900/night (Casa Nueva & Vieja)
Low Season   Apr-Oct .. $400/night (Casa Vieja)*.. $650/night (Casa Nueva & Vieja)
Holiday Season  Nov 20-Jan 6 .. $1200/night for Casa Vieja and Nueva
During Holiday Season only entire hacienda for rent.

* The Hacienda is available two ways. You can rent just the Casa Vieja with the
grounds,the loggia and pool, or the hacienda in its entirety (Casa Vieja and Casa
Nueva)

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 06/19/09
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  Kit , Boston, MA
  • You enter into a tropical garden paradise. The atmosphere of Sac Chich makes you feel more as though you are in a castle than a transformed, historic factory. Architecturally it is very unique.Candle light fills the indoor and outdoor spaces at night creating a very romantic scene. Our bedrooms were very large and clean. The owners have elegant taste and have decorated the whole compound with lovely furnishings. We stayed quite cool within these high, stone walls despite the heat outside. The staff is very friendly and did the things for us that brought Sac Chich beyond just renting a house for vacation. Without the intrusion of a hotel staff we felt like we were hacienda owners! There is a large grass area where we played soccer and frisbee, we toured nearby Mayan ruins,we rode the bikes through Mayan villages, we trampolined, we swam in cenotes and the pool. There was more to do than our time allowed. And who wants to leave the lure of this place? The beautiful pool area is where we had the most fun playing water volleyball and then relaxing on lounges under the shade of the pergola, listening to the many varieties of song birds. The owners were very knowledgeable of the Merida area, directing us to historic ruins, cenotes, and local festivals. Pictures cannot capture how grand Sac Chich is. Our Sac Chich stay was a wonderful and unique vacation experience that this family of 4 totally enjoyed and we look forward to our return.
• 06/08/09
  Positive Rating
  , Marin County, CA
  • For anyone who is looking for a unique vacation - far from your typical Hyatt Resort - look no farther. Experience the real Mexico in an exquisite environment that blends traditional architecture with modern amenities. From the moment you arrive you understand that you have been transported to a very special world. We just returned from the hacienda where our group of 5 friends enjoyed a "ladies only" birthday vacation. We each had our own bedroom and bath but spent most of our time poolside with margaritas in hand - made with the freshly squeezed lime juice that the staff has prepared each day. But the hacienda owners also guided us to a host of memorable experiences throughout the region including exploring Mayan ruins, cooling off in a Mexican cenote, and visiting the lively city of Merida. This is a wonderful place for any occasion but a very special place for a special occasion.
• 10/03/08
  Positive Rating
  J & J Stratis , Denver, CO
  • What bliss! We had a truly unforgettable 30th wedding anniversary celebration at Sac Chich! Exquisite style and attention to detail make this beautiful home a luxurious destination. We look forward to returning again soon to relax at this lavish refuge and to explore more of the fascinating Yucatan.
• 09/17/08
  Positive Rating
  Katherine Dines ,
  • This hacienda is a treasure that is perfect for ANY group or event. My husband and I spent one magical Christmas there and over the past five years, have celebrated several other happy occasions including a May birthday and Valentine's Day. Sac Chic is as private as it gets, yet also conveniently located near many of the lesser- known Yucatan attractions. It has the original adobe charm that many remodeled haciendas lack. The designer/architects and owners have created a comfortable sanctuary as well as a marvelous historical estate with all the creature comforts. Some of our favorite Sac Chic moments include: candlelit dinners on the open-air platform; lolling by the pool while sipping a margarita; marveling at an electrical storm from the gardens; and taking a nap in a hammock listening to birds call at sunset. Once you go there, Sac Chic will become etched in your mind and soul and you will want to return again and again.
• 09/16/08
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  , New York, New York
  • I've been to Sac Chich several times and each time I find something I didn't before. It's perfect balance of great design, relaxed atmosphere and wonderful help there make it a place for me to go and unplug. A perfect place to "do nothing" or take day trips to the great ruins, the beach or even Tulum......perfect...
• 09/16/08
  Positive Rating
  Heather , Colorado
  • There is no place in the world quite like Hda. Sac Chich. I just got back from a week long stay in August and I cannot wait to return. It is the perfect place to be for any occasion at any time of year. Whether you go for romantic getaway, a girls' vacation, or a family reunion, Hda. Sac Chich will deliver magical and memorable magic. I spent every morning lying in bed listening to the exotic birds sing their morning tune, followed by some hours by the infinity pool, sipping on coffee and reading. The outdoor speakers throughout the house and yard make the whole hacienda the perfect place for an improptu dance party whenever you get the urge. This is the most rejuvenating vacation I have ever been on, and I hope I can go back to the beautiful Sac Chich soon! Thanks for sharing this rare glimpsse at heaven on earth.

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