One section of spacious Living Room, filled with the finest art in San Miguel
Location: Centro, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Central Mexico, Mexico (1 hour from either Leon (BJX) or Queretaro (QRO) Airports)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Attached Unit, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Normally a camera is enough, but we are told repeatedly by past and current guests that the photographs shown here and below don't begin to describe the true warmth, beauty and charming ambience of this spectacular property.
No detail has been left to chance in this well-known sculptor's beautifully decorated and furnished San Miguel home. From the flower-filled terrace-gardens and patios to the comforts of the well-appointed bedrooms, the efficiency and charm of the gourmet-cook's kitchen, the elegant, comfortable living room and dining room, the attached casita/office with high-speed internet access, and the carefully acquired, eclectic and original art work... this house is instantly inviting and completely welcoming. And your entire experience here is enriched by the extraordinary care and pampering of Alejandra, the finest full-time housekeeper in San Miguel!
Enjoy the fabulous Mexican weather year-round from any of the three outdoor, flower & plant-rich terraces. Have coffee or tea on the upper semi-covered patio in a lounge chair bathed in the warmth of the morning sun, or al-fresco cocktails in the evening as the lights appear in the city and hundreds of exotic birds hurry home to nest for the night. This upper terrace is furnished with outdoor lounge chairs and tile and glass occasional tables, with lush potted palms, flowers, ferns and agave cactus surrounding you.
When entertaining, you can easily have a Mariachi band or solo guitar serenade you from the second floor terrace while you and your guests mingle in the privacy of the walled ground floor patio, surrounded by bougainvillea, palms and exotic flora. Or, on a quiet evening, be lulled by the bubbling cantera fountain and the vast peacefulness of the starry sky above. The ground floor patio is furnished with two round glass-topped tables with four chairs each, an antique bar, and two market umbrellas for shade, when needed.
Inside, all comforts abound in the quiet beauty of the Spanish-Colonial architectural style. From the fully-equipped gourmet kitchen, complete with the latest cookware and all possible batterie de cuisine accessories and appliances, to the beautiful living room and dining room, which have been furnished in hand-made elegance as well as style, blending perfectly with the Mexican ambience. Multiple sets of fine table linens, dishes, glassware, and flatware assure a beautifully-set dining room for any meal or party. A CD/entertainment system and extensive music collection, as well as television, are available for your pleasure. Good reading is promised by well-selected libraries in both the living room and casita. There is a half-bath/powder room off the living room. All add to the luxury and charm of this wonderful home.
There is also the sculptor's studio* between the living room and casita for your creative projects. The casita completes the ground floor; it is a study/extra-bedroom including a computer with high-speed internet access, all computer accessories, cases filled with greatly varied books and a queen-sized pull-out sofa/bed for the occasional extra guest. The casita has an ensuite bathroom with shower. Both the dining room and the casita open privately onto the ground floor patio through separate doors.
Each of the elegant bedrooms has a beautiful boveda (domed- brick) ceiling and en suite fully Mexican-tiled bathroom, with wall- mounted hairdryer, magnifying mirrors, rain showers, and plush colorful towels. The master bedroom has an artist-designed, full-sized double bed complete with down pillows and down comforter, a gas fireplace, and a cable-connected TV, as well as a sunny sitting alcove overlooking the lower patio. The guest bedroom has twin beds (easily becoming one king-size when needed) with down comforters and pillows. Fine linens are provided for all beds.
For your convenience, there is a laundry room on the third floor (that is separate from the terrace) with a washer and dryer, which may be used personally or, even better, as a courtesy to you by our wonderful housekeeper. Indeed, the house is blessed with full 5-day per week housekeeping service by our treasure, Alejandra, who is as charming and lovely as the house itself and as efficient as she is understanding of all your needs. She runs the entire operation with little or no direction, is a splendid cook if you wish and is available additionally for extra comidas and parties.
And all this is just a stroll from the Jardin and Parroquia, the Bellas Artes or Instituto and Juarez Parque,where all the charm and enchantment of old Spanish-Colonial San Miguel, coupled with wonderful modern restaurants, art galleries, art schools and shops, await your exploration and participation......
There are properties in this superb Mexican National-Treasure Town with lesser rates, but none that can provide the same total value in beauty, comfort and the overall memorable experience that you seek when you choose to come to San Miguel.........."La Casa of Winter Dreams" is the discovery of a lifetime!!!
*A few of the artist's bronze sculptures are included in the general fine-art collection.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: In separate level utility room for total quiet
- Dryer: In separate level utility room for total quiet
- Linens Provided: Several sets of the finest quality cotton and linen available. All pillows are down.
- Off Street Parking: 24-hour locked parking one block away.
- Gas Fireplace (2) : Living-room and Master Bedroom
- Beds
- Double Bed: Best mattress and box-spring available
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Best matresses available...fine linens for both
- Convertible Bed: Queen-sized. American- made. In Casita for extra guest privacy
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Enormous CD and Tape selection
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Gourmet Kitchen. Custom-designed with huge range-hood/exhaust, electric-ignition gas-range/oven,hand-designed cabinetry and polished cement counters.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Full gourmet's batterie de cuisine. Several sets of fine dishes and glassware. Several sets of fine table linens provided.
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Several professional catering organizations in San Miguel will service you.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Best Weber available
- Deck/Patio (2) : Lower hand-floored patio with two sets of tables(w/ 4 chairs each). Flowers, tree, fountain. Upper patio semi-covered, much seating, views abound.
- Balcony: Guest bedroom has wonderful small balcony.
- Lanai: Semi-roofed. Tables, chairs, many plants and flowers.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Ranges surrounding San Miguel, particularly the Picachos, provide panoramic view from upper terrace.
- Monument View: Views of Parroquia (main Parrish church) and five other churches.
- Communications
- Telephone: 3 cordless.
- Computer: New Dell Desk-top PC.......high-speed cable
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Artist's working studio with sculpture equipment available...extensive library in both casita and living- room...walls and surface areas rich with wonderful original artwork...fabulous flowering plants everywhere outside...delightful fountain in main patio...custom hand-made furniture throughout...hand-crafted tile floors throughout
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Please ask.......Usually a well-mannered dog or two cats.
- Kid Friendly: Children over 15.
- Not Suitable for Children: No children under 15, please.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 21+......please ask
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$850-$1,000/week (ONE WEEK MINIMUM) ... $3,200-$3,800/month.
(These prices assume 1 to 3 people, and an occasional guest.
Please check with owner for prices on Seasonal or Long-Term Prices)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- One section of spacious Living Room, filled with the finest art in San Miguel - San Miguel Real Estate
- Hand-hewn Rafters crown Dining Room, leading through Arch to lower Patio - San Miguel Real Estate
- Gourmet Kitchen with Dining Counter... Fabulous hand-made Oven Hood & Cabinetry - San Miguel Real Estate
- Casita w/Bath- -Sliding Art-Panels conceal Computer & Library--Queen Bed /Sofa
- Quiet and Cozy L/R Seating Area looks & opens directly into Lower Patio
- Adobe Curved Fireplace Displays Part of fabulous Mexican Antiques Collection
- Artist's Studio inspires creativity, with all Materials &Tools for varied Work
- Sunny Master Bedroom with curved Gas Fireplace and Sitting Alcove above Patio
- En suite hand-tiled Master Bath with Skylight...similar Guest Bath in green tile
- Lovely Guest Bedroom with custom Twin Beds which combine to King-size
- Flowers&Plants fill front of Ground Patio--note hand-crafted figural Fountain
- Rear of Lower Patio w/Mesquite Tree, Bronze Goddess &Table Set (1 of 2)
- Flowered, private Upper Level winds to Top Terrace..Superb Town& Mountain Vistas
- Sunny side of Top Terrace for socializing , al fresco parties & great dining
- Shaded side of Top Terrace invites Catnapping and Quiet Relaxation
- Front Facade displays large, secure Colonial Windows & Iron- Gated Entry
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #65097
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