Relax in this tranquil, stylish space full of color and local art. The lush front garden competes with the backyard for favorite outdoor space, though with many fruit trees, stone patio and large pool, the backyard is an incredible place to unwind from a day out in the city. The house has optimal airflow and tons of natural light, original and salvaged pasta tile throughout, and a unique, fully-equipped kitchen overlooking the pool. An eclectic mix of old and new, this house will wow you. We named the house Casa Centzontle, after a particular Northern Mockingbird who has staked his claim to the back garden. You will probably see him during your stay! The garden is a main feature of the property, as it takes up about half the space. You will see it through the huge kitchen window as soon as you open the front door. That is, unless you are too busy looking at all of the artwork and design details. It is pretty obvious that our idea of an ideal house is one that has beautiful things everywhere you look. We uncovered previously hidden original mamposteria (stone) walls, used every stone we dug up in the backyard and endeavored to repurpose everything we could as we remodeled. You will see wrought iron gates painted bright blue and turned into headboards, a chandelier of palm branches from our trees hanging from a beam, a display of antique soda bottles unearthed while digging the pool, a dining table and desks using the original interior doors, and large scale paintings in the dining room made of the sliding doors we removed when we rebuilt the kitchen, to name just a few of our favorites. All of the furniture is either refurbished or custom made by local artisans, including our family members. Artwork is by local artists, or purchased locally, including many works by your hostess. There is so much talent in Merida, one needn't turn anywhere else to furnish and decorate a house. After stopping to admire the front garden, as you enter the house, you will walk through the living areas, with the two bedrooms on your left. Next is the dining room and armchair nook and the full and half bath. Also off of the dining room is what used to be an exterior side entrance from street to backyard, now covered and used to house the washing machine. Beyond the dining room is the kitchen, with its huge picture window overlooking the pool and garden, as well as the door to the backyard. Outside you will find an outdoor dining area and various lounging spots, the pool, many fruit trees and other edible plants, a hidden outdoor shower, and the garage and home gym space. The house has great airflow and natural light, with its large windows and many skylights. There are plentiful ceiling fans throughout the house and an AC unit in each bedroom.