Orangerie's central location and romantic
decoration
make it ideal for exploring Merida's historic center.
It is also within walking distance to Paseo de Montejo
with it´s wide shaded sidewalks, handsome mansions,
trendy bars and restaurants. You'll be two blocks from
the park and market in the shadows of Santa Ana
church. This traditional outdoor market makes it easy
and pleasant to shop for provisions, buy crafts or
enjoy an alfresco Yucatecan breakfast or lunch. On
Saturday nights Noche Mexicana starts at 9pm 3 blocks
from the Orangerie. On Sunday mornings four blocks
away there is a concert and flea market in Santa Lucia
park.
The Orangerie was designed and decorated for maximum
use of the outdoors. The arcaded portico downstairs
opens to the tropical garden and lily pond fountain.
Upstairs there are two terraces surrounded by giant
royal palms. One terrace is great for private
sunbathing and the other is ideal for relaxing in a
hammock or watching the parrots fly over at sunrise
and sunset. The ample living room with its large
archway overlooks the portico and garden.
The master bedroom is a suite with a queen sized bed
that adjoins the bathroom. The guest bedroom is just
off the living room and has a double bed. Their are
skylights and ceiling fans in both bedrooms. The
master bath has a beautiful glass tile tub. There is
additionally a giant outdoor shower under the tower in
the garden if you prefer.
The kitchen is fully furnished with everything you
need to prepare and serve a home cooked meal. Bring
your favorite recipes from home and cook with the
fresh and exotic spices, fruits and vegetables you can
never find at home. You can also take out from or eat
in two of the best 'cocina economica' just around the
corner. We will provide you with a list of the best
places to eat, shop and hang out in town or out in the
pueblos. This house was featured in December 2004
issue of Travel+Leisure
magazine. This beautifully
restored Colonial has become a favorite of honeymoon
couples and young families.
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