Room to Roam
There are miles of trails, mineral springs, farmland, and limestone bluffs to wander on Casa Raab's 40 acres . Every morning is an opportunity to explore the property on our daily dog walk!
The Pool
Enjoy a swim or just dip your toes in our refreshing pool, an oasis of calm perfectly integrated into the property's natural landscape. Or just relax poolside any time of day.
Prepared Meals
Experience authentic local flavors with meals prepared using fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from nearby markets and our own gardens. Learn more about meal services below.
Mescal Making
Casa Raab grows its own agave plants for mezcal production on site. We grow five varieties of agave in various fields and we distill several times a year to make very small batches of excellent mezcal. Ask us about participating in the process.
Discover the unique experiences and comforts available during your stay at Casa Raab. From our relaxing pool to local traditions, we provide everything you need for a memorable Oaxaca retreat.
Guest Amenities
The Game Room
Unwind in our fully-equipped game room, featuring a pool table, darts, live music, and usually a poker game to join. The bar always has the latest batch of mescal on hand to sample.
Flora and Fauna
From gardens of flowers to fields of agave and soaring shade trees, plant life is what makes Casa Raab a sanctuary. But it is also home to an animal rescue, so there is no shortage of furry companions during your stay! Learn more about the rescue below.
Additional Services
Our staff cleans the rooms of Casa Grande everyday except for Sunday. Sheets and towels are changed once a week.
If you have your space cleaned and/or any meals prepared, we ask that you please leave a tip for the staff before departure. We suggest $5 per day per room.
If you are renting La Casita, the staff cleans the Casita once or twice a week depending on the length of your stay. The staff is not expected to clean up kitchen messes. La Casita is not a bed-and-breakfast style rental, but more like a vacation home rental and therefore guests are expected to maintain the cleanliness of the home. You can request more cleaning services for a fee.
Casa Raab has a laundry room attached to the game room. Guests do not have access to the laundry room, but you are welcome to request laundry services for a fee.
Guests staying in rooms at the Casa Grande enjoy the bed-and-breakfast experience as part of their stay. Breakfast is served in the Casa Grande dining room each morning at 9:00 AM, except Sundays.
On Sundays, we encourage you to venture out and discover the delicious breakfast options in the nearby pueblos (we’re happy to share our favorite recommendations!). If you’d rather linger at home, coffee, breads, and pastries are often available for a leisurely morning at Casa Raab.
Want to make meals part of your stay? Lunch and dinner service can be arranged for an additional fee. We’ll work with you in advance to determine the number of meals and days you’d like, and include everything in your customized meal fee.
Staying in La Casita? La Casita offers more of a private vacation-rental experience, so meals are not included with your stay. If you’d like to enjoy meals prepared at Casa Raab, however, we’re happy to arrange them as part of your stay for a negotiated fee — just let us know what you have in mind.
If you have any meals specially prepared, we ask that you please leave a tip for the staff for each additional meal.
The property is equipped with high speed internet and WiFi is available throughout. There are strong 3G cell phone signals through Telcel, Movistar, and Iusacel.
Casa Raab is tucked into the small, local community of San Pablo Etla, just 20 minutes from Oaxaca City, and 45 minutes from Oaxaca International Airport. While you can walk down to a handful of restaurants, markets, pharmacies, and other essentials in the nearby village of Viguera, we recommend renting a car if you’d like the freedom to explore the surrounding communities and countryside. If driving isn’t your thing, we work with a trusted car service, Lupillo Tours, and can help arrange transportation or taxis when needed.
Want to explore without getting behind the wheel? We’ll work with Lupillo to help arrange cultural tours, artisan studio visits, shopping trips, birding excursions, historic sites, and off-the-beaten-path mezcal adventures throughout the region.
A Home for Animal Lovers
The Animals of Casa Raab
Casa Raab is also home to Friends of Megan Animal Rescue (FOMAR), so animals are very much part of life here! Our property is home to a friendly pack of rescued dogs, two or three donkeys, a parrot, and visiting cats, along with the occasional other four-legged friend. FOMAR works closely with San Pablo Etla to keep the furry community members safe and we welcome your support.
Our morning walks are dog walks, and guests are welcome to enjoy the lively, affectionate presence of our animal residents. If you love animals, you’ll feel right at home — but if you’re looking for a completely animal-free stay, Casa Raab may not be the best fit.
