View Penthouse, 2 BR/2 BA,10 Min. Walk to Centro Centro, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 13455

Casita Los Catorros: Private Roof top terrace, views south-west over town

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Location: Centro, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Central Mexico, Mexico (3.5 hours NW of Mexico City; 1.5 hours from Leon Airport)

Accommodations:  Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)

This beautiful hillside home has two apartments on the top floor. A one-bedroom apartment, Casita de Las Golondrinas, is on the left on the photograph, behind the balcony (see VRBO #1122). VRBO #13455, a two-bedroom, two-bath apartment called Casita Los Catorros, is on the right. (This apartment may be rented separately as one-bedroom, one-bath unit--formerly called Casita Los Colibris (see guests' comments and rate schedule below).
Located just a ten-minute walk to the Jardin (the town center), the Casita Los Catorros ("The Parrots") has a bird's-eye view of San Miguel's church spires, house-studded hills to the East, tile roofs and green valley, masses of purple-flowering jacaranda trees, as well as a broad vista of the distant mountains of Guanajuato from the private roof terrace. You can also see houses of the up-scale Atascadero part of town further uphill, as well as the Los Picachos ("The Peaks") to the East.

Comfortable furnishings: This snug aerie (about 1000 sq.ft.) is perfect for two couples, because the second bedroom/bath is totally removed, 20 steps across the entrance patio, with its own private entrance.
There are two king-sized bedrooms (or each with two twins beds, if you prefer). The master is an 18-foot-long bedroom that looks out on the green hillside through three south-facing, arched windows. You can see the downtown Parroquia (cathedral) from the bed... The second bedroom across the entrance patio has a sunroom facing south and you can see trees and flowers in the back yard, as well as the trees and greenery of the hills and Los Picachos. Furnishings to the two bedrooms are casual, with "equipale" (rustic wood chairs)covered in native fabrics, curtains are hand-woven cotton, native hand-carved wood bedsteads, original paintings, serigraphs and native handicrafts. The second bedroom has its own bathroom with closet, a gas heater, as well as a small refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker in the sunroom.
The living/dining area has exposures on 3 sides with a view from the dining room table of the Parroquia Church nestled in the valley below. Couches (one of which is a double hideabed) and chairs, plus a wall of closets behind custom-made wood doors, a gas heater, and TV (cable TV with English-speaking channels) and small stereo complete the furnishings. Orginal paintings adorn the walls and handicrafts ornaments and hand-woven textiles and pillows accent the furnishings.

The compact kitchen has tile counters, custom cabinetry, hand-painted dishes, pots and pans, coffee maker, microwave, the toast-oven and a refrigerator and stove; the master bath has a deep-soaking tub (with shower) surrounded by colorful tiled walls, and with punched-tin light fixtures and custom-made wood cabinetry. The second bathroom has a colorful sink, 5 foot mirror and shower enclosure.

Ample private terraces: Los Catorros is on the second floor, approached by an outside staircase with a railing. The second bedroom has it's own private little terrace and entry on to entry patio. There, an umbrella table and chairs provides al fresco dining. Up a short flight of steps is the private roof-top terrace with amazing 360-degree views. The upper terrace is furnished with cocktail table and chairs. And there are dozens of plants to the entrance stairways, patio and roof terrace, with a gardener to take care of them!
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Services: Our trusted maid, Remedios, comes twice a week to clean up, and tend to the sheets and towels. She will do the guests' personal laundry in the owner's machine for 60 pesos (US $5.00) a load (as long as the guests furnish laundry soap), and ironing for US$5.00 an hour. The gardener comes 3 times a week to care for the potted plants. There is a private phone, as well as a wireless Internet for your laptop, a cable TV, and two small radio/CD players.

Please check the availability by clicking on the little calendar icon, below.

Terrific location: The Botanical Garden (great for an evening stroll beside the lake, an early morning jog on gravel paths, or bird-watching) is just a fifteen-minute walk away (entrance fee). The new mall, with a large supermarket, banks, a department store, specialty shops and restaurants (sushi, Chinese, Mexican, Italian coffee shop, even a MacDonalds!) is a 35-minute walk (take a taxi back for the equivalent of US $2.00). Academia Hispana, a Spanish-language school, is just a five-minute walk--at the head of Calle Mesones. The closest restaurant is La Puertecita at the hotel five minutes walk up (away from town) from the Arcos on Santo Domingo. The central Jardin, with restaurants, shops and museums is 10 minutes' walk down (20 minutes' walk back up--excellent built-in aerobic exercise!). A small spa with swimming pool and exercise room is available a 5-minute walk towards town. They charge approximately US$80 a month/person, or $5.00 a day/person.

The owners/builders: Judy Arnold and David Hernandez have built their house plus two apartments in a lovely location... Gardens surround their tranquil home and a sparkling fountain is in front patio. David is a native of San Miguel, while Judy arrived 25 years ago, and still loves it here.

Option: The two apartments (check out the other at VRBO #1122) can be rented together, if they are available, to form a 3 bedroom, 3 bath place (with 2 living rooms and two kitchens) which sleeps up to 6 (or 8 if you count the hideabed). Check with the owner for availability and cost. Also check availability calendars on the two webpages.

Need more room? Check out all the other listings I have by clicking on the link below ("All my rental listings"). I have houses available from $500/wk to $10,000/month. If you don't see one you like on the list, email me... We always have others available.

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• Amenities
  • Washer: maid does washing for 60 pesos a load (and ironing at 60 pesos an hour)
  • Linens Provided
  • Off Street Parking: parking in neighbor's vacant lot with prior permission ($10/week)
  • Gas Fireplace (2) : Gas stove
• Beds
  • King Bed (2) : (or two singles)
  • Convertible Bed: double hide-a-bed in living room
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: with English CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN, 4 or 5 movie channels, Spanish stations
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: with microwave, blender, toaster oven, dishes, silverware, pots & pans, etc.
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio: two terraces: one with umbrella table and 4 chairs; roof-top 360 degree views, terrace with chairs
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: views of Los Picachos to the East, from second bedroom, and roof terrace
  • Monument View: Living room, master bedroom & roof terrace: views over town and the churches to the West; to the East from roof terrace: views of up-scale houses and distance mountains
• Communications
  • Telephone: private land line
  • Free Long Distance: Free phone calls to the US and Canada... in owners' apartment downstairs. Available to Los Catorros guests in convenient hours.
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • All Utilities Furnished (up to $100/month), including Cable TV (CNN, ABC, NBC, CBS) others channels such as PBS, A&E, etc, available at extra cost, Gas Heaters, Wireless Internet provided, 2 Radio/CD Player, Small but Complete Kitchen, Cooking Utensils, and All Linens provided, Smoking only outside on the terraces
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly: 1 or 2 kids only
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 6 years old and older
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • San Miguel, the Crown Jewel of Mexico's Colonial Cities has been voted once again as one of the Top Ten Places to visit in the world, A Center for Artists, Writers, and Musicians, there are also Classes in Jewelry Making, Weaving, Pottery, Photography, and Spanish, among other things, an Active Live Theater Group, Classical Concert Series, Jazz Festival, Flamenco Dancing, Bull Fights, Street Fiestas, Fireworks all year round, Rodeos, Exercise Gyms, Horseshoes and Croquet, Fabulous Vegetable and Crafts' Markets, Wildlife Viewing and Bird Watching, Nature Hikes, Shopping for Antiques and Folk Art, over 90 Restaurants (Italian, Lebanese, Chinese, Sushi Bar, Spanish, Tex-Mex, and, of course, Gourmet Mexican as well as Taco Stands), Cinemas (foreign art plus current releases from the States), Sightseeing and Tours to Local Villages, Library with 25, 000 volumes in English, exercise classes

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$700/wk,$1000/2wks,$1650/mo(2 couples + 2 occasional guests on hideabed)
(As a one-bedroom apt. called Los Colibris: $550/wk,$900/2wks,$1350/month) for 2.
Los Catorros + Las Golodrinas (2 apartments + hide-a-bed)..$1250/wk,$2250/mo,.
sleeps 6 to 8.
Gas and electric: up to $35/wk or $100/mo.  Wireless internet included.
6% tax and a refundable phone/damage deposit extra.
Holiday wks (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Easter): $1000 a week
with Las Golodrinas: $1350/wk

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 04/03/09
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  margaret and henry jaques , ottawa, ontario, canada
  • We spent March staying in the charming Casita Los Colibris. It offers every feature advertised, and more. For example, we enjoyed waking each morning to the sight of a jacaranda in full blossom outside the bedroom window and marvelling at spectacular sunsets with friends--and margaritas--on the roof patio. The landlady, Judy, is delightful and accommodating. A terrific complement to the wonderful attractions of San Miguel de Allende, itself. We look forward to our next visit and stay in Casita Los Colibris.
• 01/29/09
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  CharlesWetherall , Edina, Minnesota
  • I had an absolutely delightful time staying in Los Colibris. Awash in sunlight with expansive rooftop views, I can reommend this casita to anyone. It's well-kept, comfy, and the Internet is fast and dependable. I'd love to return!
• 06/24/08
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  Bonnie Pool , Chicago, IL
  • What a breathtaking view that greeted me from the living room, bedroom and rooftop patio! I loved every minute of my two weeks in Casita Colibris. It was comforting knowing the owners lived on the property and the residents of the only other casita were very nice as well. The pictures don't do the layout justice, though. The bedroom is much bigger than it looks online, the bathroom is larger than it looks, and the living room practically has a 360 degree windows for excellent ventalation and light galore. Even with the queen size bed in the living room pulled out, there is plenty of room to lounge, with a window seat, coffee table and desk still accessible. I highly recommend a stay here. Even the hills became a great way to force a daily workout.
• 08/17/07
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  Trisha , Mill Valley, CA
  • I stayed in Casita Colibris for three weeks in July 2007 and had a magical time. The location in the hills overlooking the town is ideal for those favoring tranquility over the hustle and bustle of the town. The apartment is bright and airy with 15 windows, including three picture windows in the bedroom overlooking treetops. The view from the terrace is spectacular! The apartment feels very private, yet it shares a courtyard/entrance with the main house and you will be greeted in the courtyard by two friendly dogs, a cat and a parrot. I hope you enjoy your stay as much as I did.
• 08/01/03
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    We just loved staying here. We just had to stop by for one last look at the view from the upstairs roof terrace. It's spectacular. And of course, watching the humming birds at the feeder is much more fun than watching TV!
• 08/01/03
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    We left our heart in San Miguel. We had a magical time. We appreciate your warm hospitality and are making plans to return next June.
• 11/13/02
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    We really enjoyed staying here and can't wait to return to San Miguel de Allende... November, 2002
• 08/04/02
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    I can truly say that I've enjoyed every minute that I've spent in this lovely second-floor apartment... it is bright and cheerful, with sunlight streaming in from all four directions, as well as a large skylight. There are pleasant views out of every window. And the bathtub! What a delight: looking out into a tree, with birds hopping among the branches almost every time I bathe... Lucky you, if you are able to come and stay here.

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