I almost dread giving Marco's place a rave review simply because I want to keep this home all to myself!
The moment you cross through the front door, you have entered a Narnia of sorts. Instead of snow and pine forest, you are greeted with cacti, bamboo and lush bougainvillea. In the morning, enjoy your coffee out here watching the resident squirrels play amongst the hidden stone statues and cascading rock garden.
Entering the apartment, every detail from the antique furniture to the abstract artwork, gives this home its soul. Invite friends, cook a dinner and enjoy your feast around the breathtaking hand carved dining table. Put on some jazz and enjoy a bottle of Mexican wine around the sofa.
In the late afternoon, grab your champagne or mezcal, a few little nibbles, and head up to the rooftop terrace just in time to catch the last of the afternoon sun and stay for the sunset.
If can pull yourself away from this home, walk to Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul, the market, Coyoacan square, do some shopping at Oasis, or explore San Ángel. Don't forget to take a stroll down what is arguably Mexico City's most beautiful street, Av Francisco Sosa. These are all within a pleasurable 15 minutes walk.
If the decor gives this home its soul, then Marco and his brother Eduardo give it its heart. They are communicative, very hospitable and warmly welcome you in such a way to make you feel as if you are part of their family. They are always on hand to give advice or help provide whatever it is you may need to complete your experience.
This is how life should be.