Location: Centro, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Central Mexico, Mexico (Short level walk to central market and the Jardin!) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Tile, art nouveau wrought iron, stone, brick, stucco and hand-made Mexican furniture-- this is our dream second home. Solar tubes bring sunlight into the kitchen and dining room, and a fountain bubbles in the courtyard as you sip a cappuccino. The sun beckons you to a chaise lounge on the roof deck, with a view of the surrounding hills, rooftops and city.
Each bedroom has its own bath with tub and shower, with a mini-bidet in the master bath and a walk-in closet in the master bedroom. All water is purified with ultraviolet and activated charcoal, and the hot water is plentiful.
Ceilings in the master bedroom and dining room are arched brick, known as boveda. A skylight in the master bath provides cross ventilation and a view of the sky when you shower or bathe.
Above the master bedroom is the azotea, a covered terrace with two open walls, stone columns, a gas fireplace and a mini fridge. A 6-foot wrought iron screen is patterned on a Picasso etching of artist and model. This is the spot for a quiet read in the afternoon and drinks at sunset.
The house is five minutes from San Miguel's two major markets. The food market is filled with wonderful fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers, and the artisan's market has dozens of stalls filled with rugs, ceramics, metalwork, leather goods, clothing and jewelry, most sold by the families who made it.
Another five minutes (all level) brings you to the Jardin, the heart of San Miguel. Several excellent restaurants are a five to ten minute walk from the house, and the kitchen is well equipped to create wonderful dinners from the bounty of the area. The famous hot springs are five minutes by taxi.
Day trips include the potteries of Dolores Hidalgo, the exotic stone landscape of Pozos Minerales and the amazing reserve where the Monarch butterflies return each year from their journeys to Canada and the US.
Some guests comments:
"What a treat it was to spend a month here – convenient location, great layout, and beautiful décor. Fine architectural details set the house apart; we never grew tired of looking at it. We loved the location – a brisk 7-minute walk to the center of town. In addition, being in a cul-de-sac meant quietness. Numerous small shops dot our daily walk, making it a delight in exploring and discovery. Visiting friends put the guest room to test. They loved it and, as we did, marveled at the beauty of the house. Free technology such as Vonage phone and WIFI sure made staying in touch with family and friends easy. We feel fortunate to have chosen this house as our home away from home – the comfort, beauty, and the owner’s hospitality made our visit to San Miguel most memorable."
"Everything was great. The house was very well equipped for cooking in, there were plenty of linens and it was very comfortable. Javier was responsive to any questions we had and had excellent follow up. It actually ended up being a great location for our family and was kid friendly. Nicholas (our 5 1/2 year old) played outside with the local kids every day and the fact that the house was on a dead end made it easy for us as parents to let him play outside without worry. the place was perfect for us and we'd recommend it."
"Our stay in this beautiful home can be summed up in one word, HEAVENLY. The sound of the courtyard fountain, the ultra-comfy beds, and the open-air setting was incredibly refreshing. We slept late, ate breakfast on the terrace, and had a difficult time leaving the comforts of the house for day trips. Everything was absolutely exceptional from the cleanliness to the decor! The location was perfect- a short walk to shops and restaurants and we always felt very safe. We felt as though we had our own luxury Mexican Villa for the price of an American hotel room. We can't wait to return!!"
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: In the house.
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Second bedroom has two twins or one king
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player (3)
- Stereo System (2)
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Cappuccino machine, blender and everything you need for serious cooking-- even sharp knives and a mandoline!
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony (2)
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Monument View: Limited view of the Parroquia
- Communications
- Telephone: Vonage phone-- unlimited free calls to US, Canada & Puerto Rico; Mexican phone-- unlimited local calls
- Free Long Distance
- Cell Phone (2) : Two cell phones keep you in touch with each other! You can buy rechargeable cards with the number of minutes you need. This is much cheaper for calls in Mexico than a US cell phone.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Purified water throughout the house. Rooftop terrace has sun all day & 360-degree view. Green features include solar water heater, solartubes for light and a rainwater cistern for fountain and plants.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Other Activities
- Hot springs, art schools, intensive Spanish courses, Mexican cooking classes, English-language art film, house and garden tours, English theater
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$145/night .. $800/week .. $2400/month
Plus 4% federal guest house tax
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Centro
I spent the last three days of our first trip to San Miguel looking at more than 30 lots and houses. When we turned into our quiet little privada, I knew this was the place I wanted to be. We worked with a wonderful Mexican architect to build a house that was comfortable, beautiful and environmentally responsible.
The Unique Benefits at this House
I think we are in one of the best neighborhoods in San Miguel, a few minutes from the Jardin and the market but away from the tourists. The kids on our block are friendly and inclusive, as are their parents.
Owner's Map of Centro
My wife and I have been staying in VRBO homes in Europe for years, getting to really know neighborhoods. We return from each trip with a broader sense of the world and a deeper appreciation for other cultures... and for our own home in the Hudson River valley.
Property Photos
- At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in San Miguel - Guanajuato, Mexico
- Sun terrace with mountain and San Miguel rooftop views - Guanajuato, Mexico
- Livingroom with gas/wood fireplace- San Miguel - Guanajuato, Mexico
- Plant-filled central courtyard
- Solar tubes light the kitchen and dining room
- Art nouveau stair railling
- Looking up from the courtyard
- Carved calla lilly headboard in master bedroom
- Arched brick boveda ceiling with skylights in master bedroom
- Mini-bidet in master bathroom
- View out bedroom door
- King bed with wrought iron headboard in guest bedroom.
- Columns & Picasso-inspired wrought iron on covered terrace (azotea)
- Artist & model based on etching in Picasso's Vollard Suite
- Gas fireplace on the azotea
- Hand-made tile steps to the sun terrace
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Trudy and Earl Bouligny , St Helena CA
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Sherry Sheng , West Linn, Oregon
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Sole Mingo-Ordonez , Boulder, CO
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"Everything was great. The house was very well equipped for cooking in, there were plenty of linens and it was very comfortable. Javier was responsive to any questions we had and had excellent follow up. It actually ended up being a great location for our family and was kid friendly. Nicholas (our 5 1/2 year old) played outside with the local kids every day and the fact that the house was on a dead end made it easy for us as parents to let him play outside without worry. the place was perfect for us and we'd recommend it."
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Mike , Lookout Mtn, TN
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Cossette , Clio, SC
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We love everything about the house. It is simply terrific and so is Maria! Having a fab time and looking at real estate ourselves today.
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Tetia McMichael , Bryson City, NC
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Thank you so much for the use of your home in San Miguel. Jay and I had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed the house. We had a few windy days but otherwise the weather was perfect. Lots of warm, lazy afternoons and cool evenings. We very much appreciated Javier's prompt assistance when we arrived, and Maria is delightful and could not have been more helpful during our stay. We used to great advantage your and Stephanie's tips on where to eat and what to do. You probably already know of it but we found Cafe Etc., #37 Relox. Juan's wife serves up an excellent lunch and he also has a wonderful selection of music CD's for sale and also movies. Another recommendation for anyone who would enjoy seeing the countryside by horseback is 3 Senores, 415 1014976. Besides rescuing abused dogs, Mauricio Magana runs an impeccably clean stable with well trained and well cared for horses. He speaks excellent English and gives a wonderful tour of the countryside. Thank you once again.