Rooftop Patio - with bistro table, comfortable wicker furniture and nice plants
Location: Colonia Guadalupe, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Central Mexico, Mexico (Within Two Hours of 3 Major Airports, 15 Min. Walk to Centro) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
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When you arrive at our charming Casa de la Luna Sonriente you will first notice the nice entry way with a unique front door which allows the top windows to swing open to catch the breeze allowing you to immerse yourself in the culture of this intriguing town. To the sides of the entry way you have the living room and dining/kitchen areas both with rustic exposed beam ceilings and either wrought iron chandeliers or Mexican style metal lighting fixtures.
The living room has a brand new red plush, sink in and relax, sofa and loveseat. Other seating includes a lovely Mexican style carved bench covered with a plump cushion and decorative pillows. There is a TV with cable, combination tv/vcr, ipod docking station with speakers along with several reference books about Mexico and San Miguel. The half bath is just off the living room. The dining area has a glass dining table that seats four with a charming tiled complete kitchen behind. The living room and kitchen have gas fireplaces. Purified water is available in the kitchen (cold water faucet ONLY). There is a glassed in pass through (breezeway) that allows light to flood in from the roof through all three floors.
Going up the spiral staircase to the second floor you will find a small den area between the two bedrooms. A nice window with a small balcony gives the room character and more light. Curl up in the leather Equipale sofa to read a book. On one side is the Master bedroom with a queen bed, with memory foam topper, looking up to a boveda ceiling with a ceiling fan. The room also includes another window with a small balcony and a gas fireplace.There is a color cable TV and a DVD player. Adjoining the Master bedroom is a small walk in closet that leads to the vivid blue tiled bathroom with skylights. This bathroom has a comfortable tub and shower with a window to access the breezeway. On the other side is another bedroom, also with a boveda ceiling and ceiling fan. There is a small TV with cable provided. There are two twins beds - also with memory foam toppers - (that could be pushed together to make a queen) and a smaller full bath with a shower only.
Up the stairwell to the top floor and you will see why this house is the Gem of Guadalupe. Enjoy the covered patio with views of the Parroquia and San Miguel in all of its glory. There is a small refrigerator/freezer provided to chill your wine and drinks. Also a propane tank gas grill can be used to prepare a nice rooftop dinner. Relax and watch the sun set over the mountains with the churches and town lights twinkling below.
The entire house has beautifully tiled counter tops and floors. All bedding, towels, kitchen utensils, pots and pans are provided. Twice a week maid service is also provided. On the top floor just around the corner are the covered washer and dryer for your laundry needs. We have Vonage phone service which allows free calls to the USA, Canada, Puerto Rico (both cell and land lines) and many other Countries (LAND LINES ONLY). We provide a listing of the free calling countries in our rental information. We have wireless service for our laptop users. We have tried to make this house as livable as possible although we will be continually making upgrades. A few of the photos do not show the new furniture or updates - please contact us for more information.
The location is in Guadalupe; a flat 12-15 minute walk to the Centro. Also 5 minutes to the artisans walk and 6-7 minutes to the Fabrica Aurora There is a tienda on the next block for any late night munchies or needed supplies. Also there is a food stand just across from the front door. Several smaller restaurants and a good local pizza joint are nearby. As always most places are reachable by a 25 peso cab ride.
Feel Free to contact us with any other questions, comments or concerns.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : is covered and on the top floor
- Dryer : is covered and on the top floor
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : very basic - behind a locked gated brick wall
- Gas Fireplace (3) : in living room, dining room and master bedroom
- Beds
- Queen Bed : with 4" memory foam topper and memory foam pillows
- Twin/Single Bed : two twin beds with 2" memory foam toppers and memory foam pillows, can be pushed together to make a queen bed
- Convertible Bed : have a nice cot with room for 1 adult or two children
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : one in living room and each bedroom
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : one 4" small portable
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : ipod/MP3 dock with speakers. Portable. Also cd player with speakers on 2nd floor landing.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Purified water available in the cold water faucet of the kitchen (ONLY). * Twice a week maid service provided in the rental fees
- Cooking Utensils Provided : george foreman grill provided
- Refrigerator (2) : also a small refridge/freezer on rooftop patio
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : propane tank gas grill on rooftop patio.
- Lanai : Fantastic View on a nice covered roof top patio with furniture and small refridgerator and a pulley system to bring up supplies.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : lovely mountains surrounding the town
- Monument View : has views of the Parroquia, various churches and the mountains in the background
- Communications
- Telephone : local phone in living room and master bedroom (with message recorder)
- Free Long Distance : vonage -free calls to usa, canada, p. rico (land & cell) and many countries (land only - see listing in rental info. sheet). Two vonage phones (kitchen & landing between bedrooms) with message recorder
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : also ethernet cord to connect directly to a laptop
- Other Amenities
- Purified water available in the cold water faucet in the kitchen (ONLY). No need to buy bottled water. Nice comfy couches with soft velor throws to cuddle up with
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : ** please contact owners in advance, we do reserve the right to deny pets.
- Not Suitable for Children : ** please contact us if you have kids under age 8, as we do reserve the right to deny renters with children under age 8
- Smoking Not Allowed : Please smoke outside at all times !! Please make sure buds are extingushed and disposed of properly.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Art galleries,live music performances, language schools, art lessons, cooking lessons, camps for children - some with language lessons. Most attractions within walking distance or short trip by bus or car.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
REDUCED RATES
$350 per week, $1240 per month, other
If you have different lengths of stay than above ...just let us know for a quote
* longer rental rates available by contacting owners
** will offer reduced rates in the low season - contact owners
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Reduced, Great View, Colonial Style, Flat 12 Min Walk - Jardin
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Colonia Guadalupe
We arrived in San Miguel the first time by accident. We were supposed to fly into Chihuahua and missed our flight. Luckily they allowed us to choose another flight so we flew into San Luis Potosi and rented a car. We spent time in San Miguel and Guanajuato. Being that it was August and we are from Houston, we immediately fell in love with the weather. We were entranced by the beauty, architecture and vivid colors. We continue to enjoy the varied restaurants, entertainment, culture, and never ending parades that typically end with fireworks. More importantly we slip into the calm and tranquil lifestyle once there. We appreciate the graciousness of the Mexican people and hope in some small way we can resemble them. We plan to spend more time and enjoy this area once we retire.
Owner's Map of Colonia Guadalupe
Mark and Lisa love to travel and soon hope to eclipse 40 countries on their lists. We love sports - especially college football (Lisa says "Go Hogs" and Mark cheers for his Sam Houston Bearkats and likes the Texas Longhorns too).
Property Photos
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- Rooftop Patio - with bistro table, comfortable wicker furniture and nice plants - San Miguel de Allende Vacation House
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- Our evening rooftop view - sit back and enjoy the sunset and twinkling lights - San Miguel de Allende Vacation House
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- The entry way to the home with unique windows to let in the breeze and sunlight. - San Miguel de Allende Vacation House
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- Living room with original artwork and plush sofas to relax on while in SMA
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- Another view of the living room - nice rug to warm the feet in the colder months
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- Complete Kitchen with purified water, G. Foreman grill, microwave & blender
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- Dining Room - glass & wrought iron table/chairs. Also gas fireplace & plants.
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- Enjoy the local fresh fruits, vegetables & tortillas for a home cooked meal here
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- Stairwell to bedrooms and roof top patio - wrought iron railings all the way up.
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- Master Bedroom with 4" memory foam, TV & gas fireplace for cooler winter nights
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- Master Bath - full bathtub & shower with two sinks (lighted make up mirror too)
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- Twin bedroom - 2" memory foam toppers with colorful artwork, TV and nice rug
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- Bathroom for twin bedroom with nice large shower and frosted window for light.
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- The landing area between the bedrooms - curl up with a book or play some games.
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- Landing area with cd player/speakers (your own dance floor ?) and vonage phone
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- Other side of patio with chaise lounge, bench and BBQ grill.
Traveler Reviews (33)
Charm, comfort, convenient cottage,,a happy place for a vacation!
Guest: Lisa & Bruce
(Puerto Vallarta, Mexico)
Date of Stay: 09/26/11
Review Submitted: 10/17/11
Sept in San Miguel offers a nice respite from the heat back home and this house offers everything you need to feel at home. You can feel the love the owners put into the making this home a comfortable escape. Cushy couches for snuggling with provided blankets. The upstairs terrace has areas to sit and look at the expansive 180 degree views of the surrounding area...you can see the main church in the square. Nearby small market was nice to have for small necessities. We would walk half way to the square and then grab a cab for the rest so as to save our energy for exploring the town. Walking feels so safe at anytime of the night or day. Peeking into the courtyards of the restaurants and hotels is fun to check out the decor and design. We took a narrated walking tour one day (visited many churches) and rented an ATV to do further exploring and it was a bit confusing driving on the one way streets but basically easy getting around. Also took the opportunity to visit the nearby Unesco towns of Deloris Hildalgo & Gunajauto. All in all this house was a comfortable and convenient base to everything. We hope to return some day soon.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Omar México
Guest: omarFAA
(monterrey)
Date of Stay: 09/15/11
Review Submitted: 10/08/11
the house was excellent, which I liked best was the terrace has a spectacular view and is generally well organized everything is 15 minutes walk from the downtown .......amazing house
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
A Great Place to House Parents
Guest: LZ
(San Miguel)
Date of Stay: 06/23/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
My folks' first trip to San Miguel together. This house was comfortable, and they felt at home, with enough of the amenities that people from the U.S. are accustomed to. The walk to town is not too long (for folks who like gentle and frequent walks, as my parents do). The property is crisp and clean, and yet homey (the big red couches in the living room are great!). Proximity to Via Organica and Media Naranja (organic food store and restaurant, and restaurant, respectively) a plus. The terrace and view also a plus.
Owner response:So glad your parents had a great anniversary trip and were happy with our home.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+.
Perfect location
Guest: shar
(st paul,mn)
Date of Stay: 06/05/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
Pros - This is a beautiful home in a perfect location. It's away from the noise of the center but only about a 10 minute walk into town. Beautiful view from the top of the terrace. Nice kitchen to cook in. Hot water in the showers. Cons-The remotes didn't seem to match up to the tv's so we couldn't watch our movies we had brought with us, and the mattress on the bed was one of the most uncomfortable I have ever slept on. Hard as a rock. Had to sleep in the twin beds to get a good nights sleep.
Owner response:Sounds like someone mixed up the remotes between the machines as we have never had this complaint before (could have been moved from the proper room) but all booklets and codes are in bottom drawer in kitchen or maybe they needed batteries (can always call property management). Or at last resort maybe the remotes were bad - if so we do have new ones available. The bed has a memory foam matress so if you took off the memory foam - then Yes, the bed is hard. We have slept on some horrible rock hard beds traveling in 30 + countries and believe me this is not one of them. The memory foam may be a more firm than what you are used to but it is not rock hard.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great stay in Guadelupe!
Guest: petonza
(seattle, wa)
Date of Stay: 11/20/09
Review Submitted: 02/16/11
Very comfortable neighborhood. Quiet but with stores in close proximity. All amenities you could need. The fireplaces were especially welcome at night. Although it was a longer walk to the Centro (we had small kids so it mattered), it was relatively flat and we appreciated leaving the city when it was time to go home. As a family, we also appreciated everyone having their own bathroom! Would recommend for families, especially with older children.
Owner response:probably seemed like a longer walk with the kids : )
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Christmas at La Casa Sonriente
Guest: Amy
(Austin, TX)
Date of Stay: 12/22/10
Review Submitted: 01/10/11
We loved staying at this casa! The information provided was thoroughly accurate. The house was clean and the bi-weekly maid-service was much appreciated. She even did our laundry! The owner was extremely helpful with questions we had and she provided detailed suggestions for things to do in the area. It was a little cold at night, but the gas fireplaces and extra blankets kept us cozy and warm. All the things we needed were provided with the house. The rooftop patio is quiet, peaceful and lovely. We loved visiting the nearby mercado and our family enjoyed the statues and beautiful vegetation in Parque Juarez on the other side of town. Our family of four will definitely revisit La Casa Sonriente again in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great casa with a very good walk to the Jardin
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/24/09
Review Submitted: 11/04/10
We stayed at the casa from late on Oct 24 to early on Nov 2. The location was so easy to Centro and the Jardin and the Parroquia - we walked it many times. The casa was wonderful; it had all of the amenties and some stores just down the street and around the corner to get fresh squeezed OJ and staples like water, eggs and milk. The bed was firm and the rooftop had wonderful views of Centro and the Parroquia. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend the Casa de la Luna. The casa was clean and had everything you would need to live there. Elena, the maid, was wonderful and kept everything sparkling. If you're interested in going to a restaurant that isn't a gringo specialty, try the restaurant El Correo which is just down Correo street from the Parroquia; we went three times in our short time there. It's a 9 table restaurant with great mexican food. You won't regret it.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
Ken Seattle
Guest: Ken
(Sammamish, WA. USA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/16/10
We had a great time the house is as listed with all the amenities the neighborhood is nice and it is only a short walk to town. Lisa and Mark are very accommodating. We would definitely rent it again on our next trip to San Miguel.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: Derek & Julie
(Houston, Tx )
Date of Stay: 01/01/10
Review Submitted: 09/10/10
Review Rating : 4/5 Stay: Jan – March, 2010 We stayed at Casa Luna Sonriente (smiling moon) January, February and March of 2010. It is situated in the barrio of Guadaloupe north of el Jardin (the center). As advertised, it is a flat walk of 10 to 15 minutes to the center which may be relevant to non mountain climbers as San Miguel is located on the side of a mountain declining from east to west. For those unfamiliar with San Miguel be advised that restaurants abound and there are many a mere 10 minutes walk south. In the immediate neighbourhood try Gombos a pizza delivery joint which also has a small dining area with a limited but excellent Italian menu. One of our favourites was Vivoli on Hernandez Macias opposite Bellas Artes. Say hola to Rita for us. There are at least three tiendas within a couple of minutes for access to those valencia oranges to squeeze for breakfast. Or if you prefer someone else to do your squeezing try Buenos Dias on Relox just north of the biblioteca (library). We found the casa to be very comfortable and well taken care of by Elena who thoroughly cleans every Monday and Friday. It is typically Mexican with boveda ceilings in both bedrooms and a center hall plan with the living room separated from the dining room and kitchen. It has all the amenities including TV’s in both bedrooms and living room. The portable Ipod station with speakers can be transported to the roof deck to provide music while you sip your margarita or cerveca while absorbing the view of sunsets or the lighted domes and steeples of chuches and cathedrals. You may reach into the fridge on the roof to replenish your beverage without having to move too far. This was our third trip to San Miguel and it didn’t disappoint. The local folks, the cultural events, the restaurants and the seemingly endless festivals and celebrations make this a special place.
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Guest: April21
(Santa Cruz, CA)
Date of Stay: 02/04/10
Review Submitted: 02/04/10
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Lisa's villa in San Miguel de Allende last October 09. She has a beautiful home, and you can see all of the caring details that have gone into making it that way. As one two out of three of us felt a bit under the weather on our trip, we definitely appreciated having a comfortable place to stay!Definitely recommend it!
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