Casa Del Alma Will Lift Your Spirits

• Home away from Home

  Home away from Home

  • Guest Him and Hooty
  • Date of stay 02/01/13
  • Review Submitted 04/08/13
  This is our second stay at Casa de Alma and certainly not our last. Casa de Alma makes you feel like it is your very own home. It is so well equipped in every aspect, from a paper clip to every kitchen utensil you might somehow need. The neighborhood is so covenant. A huge market is only blocks away, bakery right around the corner as is a little mom and pop's store. It is a quick 10-15 walk to the heart of town or going in the other direction to a wal-mart like store. We ate most of our meals in the court yard patio off the kitchen as we listened to the fountain and watched the many hummingbirds at the feeder. Many hours logged in the chaise lounge on the roof top reading and just relaxing. We'll be BACK.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway.

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• Christmas and January, 2012/2013

  Christmas and January, 2012/2013

  • Guest G & A
  • Date of stay 12/01/12
  • Review Submitted 01/19/13
  We stayed at this delightful casa, firstly as a couple and then with another couple as well. The space is very comfortable for four people, with a good sized kitchen, one bedroom up and one down, and a lovely courtyard and roof-top space for sitting. The owners were very pleasant and professional in all of our dealings. The casa is well-maintained and gorgeously decorated. We would recommend it without hesitation, with the one proviso that the home is in a neighbourhood - which means that there is noise from adjoining homes, street dogs and so on but, you definately feel that you are part of the town, rather than in a removed, gringo hotel away from it all. Christmas provided neighbourhood posadas and fireworks, which are good or bad depending on your perspective. We loved it. The housekeeper was wonderful - pleasant, hard-working and very respectful of privacy while doing her work efficiently three days a week. We would recommend this rental to any of our friends.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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• Beautiful art and wonderful outdoor spaces

  Beautiful art and wonderful outdoor spaces

  • Guest danzante
  • Date of stay 07/01/12
  • Review Submitted 10/23/12
  We spent 2 wonderful months here. The rooms are large and comfortable, especially the kitchen and bathrooms. The kitchen is extremely well equipped with excellent high end appliances, knives, glassware, and many pots and pans. You really can cook all your meals there. Also having the drinking available in the sink in the kitchen and upstairs was very convenient, and saved many trips of bringing water upstairs. We loved all the art everywhere. In pictures it may look like too much, but in person its absolutely wonderful. The outdoor spaces are much larger than in most other houses in SMA (especially in this price range). The climate is so wonderful that we ate every single meal outside. The garden is so beautiful. We could sit and watch the hummingbirds and listen to the fountain for hours. The owner Stan is very reasonable and helpful to work with, as is Araceli, the house keeper. Araceli also does child care, if needed. The only caveat about the house is that the 2 bedrooms are very separate from each other, which our young daughter didn't like. She ended up mostly sleeping in the den next to the master bed, which eliminated our privacy, and ability to watch movies in the den. But it was fabulous for having guests, who could have complete privacy in the 2nd bedroom/bath. The price was very reasonable in comparison to other properties we looked at. We liked the location in a real neighborhood, with lots of little mom and pop stores. Its also very close to the language school, Josefina's school on Orizaba st. You can easily catch buses and taxis on Calle Canal, a 2 block walk away. On the other hand, the restaurants aren't as good near here, except for El Rincon. Also it is a good 12-15 min walk to the main Jardin, which with a child, was daunting to do more than once a day. I would highly recommend Casa de la Alma.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

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• Colorful, gracious, comfortable retreat in lovely San Miguel

  Colorful, gracious, comfortable retreat in lovely San Miguel

  • Guest San Juan Island Travelers
  • Date of stay 12/28/11
  • Review Submitted 02/24/12
  Casa Alma was our fourth and without a doubt our best VRBO vacation rental in San Miguel...or frankly anywhere. From start of rental long distance with owner Stan to homekeeper (3X weekly maid), Araceli, our experience was warm and gracious. You should of heard our wows when we first walked into Casa Alma after the long flights to get there. And during our month stay we never stopped appreciating the lovely, comfortable, artsy, and spacious home and felt very comfortable in it's San Antonio location. It was hard to leave. We surely hope to return someday.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

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• It's all there

  It's all there

  • Guest matanuska
  • Date of stay 11/07/11
  • Review Submitted 11/18/11
  Our first impression as we walked in the door the night of our arrival--"is something on fire?" (but in a pleasant sense). Color, art, charm, all hit us so we both said, "wow" as we entered. Mexican folk artesania of all kinds, including painting, textiles, pottery, pierced tin lighting, tile, all sparkled and bedazzled us. It is lovely. Beyond the visual impact, though, this place also has comforts. The hosts have thought of everything that visitors might need. The beds are soft and warm, the water is hot, the garden and its fountain are refreshing to the soul. Indeed this is a Casa del Alma. We unreservedly recommend it.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

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• Loved it!

  Loved it!

  • Guest Sylvia
  • Date of stay 06/03/11
  • Review Submitted 07/26/11
  Casa del Alma made us happy every time we walked through the door! It was bright, cheerful, clean, comfortable, unpretentious, very well equipped with lots of little extras that made you feel at home, just like promised in the pictures and descriptions. The two patios were my favorite places - bringing in the day, watching the hummers, listening to the fountain, just enjoying being outside! We loved the location just outside el centro - we never once felt unsafe walking day or night. We elected to walk everywhere but cabs were almost constant just one block from the casa. It was a 10 minute max, although completely uphill, walk to el jardin and the touristy areas. I'd been to SMA seven times previously but always on business and I'd only stayed in el centro next to the bars and bell towers so it was refreshing to stay in a more authentic neighborhood and to explore new territory! The noise level was exponentially lower! Unfortunately, the bakery next door negated all the positive effects of the walking! It was fab and open till 10 pm!! A small neigborhood store was just a few doors up and the larger San Juan de Dios mercado was about a five minute walk. One thing that first attracted me to CDA was the fact that there was not a full-time housekeeper. We tend to be very independent and low-maintenance travelers but Aracely was very welcoming and was kind enough to shop a couple times for a few necessities and do a couple loads of laundry for us. I was happily surprised at how wonderful Stan was to work with - very friendly, honest, answered all questions quickly, offered lots of helpful advice - you could tell he just wants his guests to enjoy themselves and feel at home. And he returned the deposit check quickly, too, as promised! This was my husband's first trip to SMA and he fell completely in love! Casa del Alma was the perfect place to stay for his introduction to the beauty and uniqueness of the area.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

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• Very Peaceful Oasis

  Very Peaceful Oasis

  • Guest Cayce
  • Date of stay 04/27/11
  • Review Submitted 07/02/11
  We had the pleasure of staying in Casa del Alma for the month of May, 2011. I must say that I was at one time worried that the profusion of color would drive me nuts for such an extended time. My worry was definitely unfounded and I think I have overcome my fear of using more color in my own home surroundings! The house is extremely well equiped for any thing you want to do, be it entertaining guests or having a quiet evenings meal in house. The housekeeper was a plus here. She even left me a small bouquet of roses on Mother's Day knowing I was far from my own children back home! We delighted in the neighborhood and it's accessability to Centro and surrounding areas. San Miguel is very energetic so it was nice to have the peacefulness of this Casa to come home to.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

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• Beautiful Home

  Beautiful Home

  • Guest KZA
  • Date of stay 01/08/11
  • Review Submitted 02/21/11
  Stan and Juanita have thought of everything to make their guests happy! Casa del Alma is cheerfully decorated ala Mexican theme with all the comforts of home and more. Big beds, hot running water, internet, TV, phone, and a lovely house keeper to look after your meals and laundry. All this set in San Miguel de Allende where there is always plenty to do and see. KZA

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, adventure seekers.

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• Magical Reality

  Magical Reality

  • Guest Him and Hooty
  • Date of stay 02/01/11
  • Review Submitted 02/03/11
  Our stay here at Casa del Alma is as the title implies--JOYOUS. One can not wake up here in a bad mood. Which my husband seems pleased about. This is our 12th season in SMA and I would say this is our favoirite house. The little bakery around the corner will drive you insane with the wonderful aromas coming from it. The help is more than helpful. I love all the ammenites, wi-fi, vonage, purified water, electric blankets. We love to cook and the kitchen is the best equiped we have found. Yes --sharp knives--tubberware to put away left overs-great pots and pans of all sizes. The decoration is over the top. If you are fond of Mexican Art this place is a feast for your eyes. I seem to discover something new every day. One problem: I seem to spend too much time on the upper patio dozing and trying to solve world problems. Our plan is to return annualy.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway.

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• Casa de Perfection

  Casa de Perfection

  • Guest Moile
  • Date of stay 11/23/10
  • Review Submitted 12/03/10
  If you want to sdtay at a place where the owners have thought of everything, this is it. Aside from being the most beautiful place we have stayed at. The decor and every little detail and appointment was done with extremely good taste. It is hard to believe that all of the colors used in each room could compliment each other. There are two garden patios in the house with an abundance of beautifuly maintained plants which are picture perfect. An added treat ws their maid and cook who very helpful in many ways. I suggest reviewing there notebook on the house and area. We ate at several restaurants recommended in the book and were never dissappointed. It is also an excellent general source on the city The location is excellent as all immediate needs were in comfortable walking distances. My last comment would be that it's nice to arrive at a place and find it nicer than you thought. There are no rough edges here. It's as good as it gets. Alan and Luz Elena Lerner Santa Barbara, CA

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway.

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High Season: December - April and June - August
Week/$950 ; 2 Weeks/$1800; 3 Weeks/$2300; Month/$2500. Additional nights are $150
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Low Season - May, September - November
Week/$850; 2 Weeks/$1500; 3 Weeks/$1900; Month/$2200. Additional nights are $135
1 week minimum. May consider Long term rental. Rates effective March 3, 2013
Be sure and check calendar. Prices Subject to change without notice.

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