Location: Centro, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Central Mexico, Mexico (An Hour and 15 Minutes from Airport in Leon)
Accommodations: Casitas, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Casa Crayola has seven casitas situated in a garden setting where visitors can enjoy an afternoon reading near a fountain or relaxing inside a casita with it's Mexico-inspired décor. Five of the casitas have a bedroom and separate living room/dining area. The other two are studios.
Nestled surreptitiously behind iron doors, the noncoformist property of Carly Cross was purchased and renovated in 2004. The entrance patio contains a beautiful fountain, ancient palm trees, and is surrounded by vibrant colors of the buildings surrounding and facing the garden. All of the casitas are painted in smashing colors, blending effortlessly wall against wall, and decorated with colorful folk art, paintings, knick-knacks, and adornos from all over the world.
Many of the countertops are built-in and colored with polished cement, adding supplementary color. Her inventive mind even ensured that the television sets match the walls against which they were set so that they would not stand out as an eyesore to the colorful and whimsical rooms.
The centro of San Miguel and major shopping areas are a short five to seven minute flat walk away. Within a block are several internet cafes, two bakeries, a small has-everything store, and a pharmacy.
The casitas are available for individual rental 10 months of the year (September-June). Each casita sleeps two to four. For group rentals, the property also has a large dining room and restaurant-kitchen that could be used for family reunions, large events, on-site workshops, and more. Group rates are different than individual rentals, please inquire.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed: Any Casita can be accommodated with one king bed or two singles. In some cases, an extra single can be added for a child or 3rd guest.
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Cable TV available in each casita. The community lounge shared by the 7 casitas also has a TV where DVD's or VHS tapes can be watched.
- DVD
- Video Library
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Kitchenettes in each casita feature a built-in two-burner stove, microwave, half-size refrigerator, coffee makers, and plates and utensils for 2-3 people.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Daily meals or a meal for a special event can be arrange on site. Our community kitchen and dining room is mostly used for groups and special events. It is not normally operational on a daily basis unless arranged previously. The dining room is, however, available as a work space or piano practice when meals are not being served.
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Communications
- Telephone: A telephone is available for emergency use (incoming or outgoing).
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- ipod docking speakers, Coffee Maker, Gardens & Fountains, Maid Service, King-size or 2 Twin beds Available
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Children are welcome at Casa Crayola as long as they are well supervised by parents. Babysitters can be arranged on request.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking is not permitted inside casitas or buildings.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Art Schools, Language Schools, Spa, Massage
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$75/night, per casita
$500/week, per casita
$1800/month, per casita
Group Programs and Rates Available
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Main House and Entry Garden - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Rental
- Fish Pond & Sitting Area - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Rental
- Casita #1 Bedroom - San Miguel de Allende, Mexico Rental
- Casita #1 Sitting Area & Kitchenette
- Casita #5 Bedroom
- Casita #5 Sitting Area
- Casita #7 Sitting Area
- Casita #3 Breakfast Nook
- Main House Exterior
- Bathroom, although each bathroom has a very different style
- Dining Room, for group meals, wireless internet working, or piano practice
- Community Living Room: Available to all guests and group programs
- Casita #7, bedroom
- Casita #4, bedroom
- Casa Crayola garden
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #46844
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