Reviewed by Lisa Young
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LA CASA DE LOS MILAGROS - REVIEW
The ‘House of Miracles’ has earned its name. Built in the 1900’s as a colonial home, it has come unscathed through several major earthquakes and floods, and now survives as one of the older and more elegant buildings in central Oaxaca. The latest miracle was performed by local architect Jorge Quintanar who, in 2001, remodelled the house into a funky 3-bedroom guesthouse with all mod cons and a bright, colourful décor.
At its heart is a secluded interior patio, around which are arranged the bedrooms, dining room, and common rooms, topped by a lovely roof terrace. It’s nice to see some traditional features preserved – beamed ceilings, chandeliers, ceiling fans, a private garden with fountain – as well as some original touches, including the specially commissioned wooden furniture. Hostess Adriana Zavala and her husband René Cabrera provide a welcome as warm as the ochre walls, and will even show you the secrets of Mexican cooking in their well-equipped kitchen. Otherwise, the restaurants and markets of downtown Oaxaca are just a short walk away. |
