Centro Colonial Charm - Stunning Views - Rave Reviews! Centro Historico, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 67175

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Location: Centro Historico, San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Central Mexico, Mexico (Five minute walk to Jardin: Shops, Restaurants, Galleries...) View Map

Accommodations:  House, 2 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 4 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)

You can have it all! True 18th century charm and 21st century convenience on one of San Miguel’s oldest streets, in a quiet, desirable neighborhood just three blocks from San Miguel’s elegant, festive Jardin. This beautiful home is charming and comfortable, offering bright, colorful interiors, gracious outdoor living, and stunning views.

The master bedroom has French doors leading to a plant-screened terrace, with a king-size bed, a walk-in closet, and tiled bath and shower. The fully tiled deep tub easily fits two – just light the candles and relax!

The rear bedroom has twin beds, step-out balcony windows overlooking the pomegranate tree, a walk-in closet, and tiled bath and shower. The house, Casa del Granado, takes its name from this tree.

Both bedrooms have private stairways to joining rooftop terraces with extraordinary views of the Parroquia and town, lake, mountains, and sunsets. Lie in the sun on chaise lounges or sit in shade under the tiled veranda set atop four cantera columns.

You’ll love your choices for relaxation and enjoyment throughout this thoroughly modern home with 18th century walls. In the living room you’ll find overstuffed sofas and chairs, a hand-built fireplace, and thick, warmly colored walls. In the dining room you may gather for meals at a round parquet-topped table. The brightly tiled kitchen is ready for cooking or for being served.

A winding path from the entrance foyer leads through a bamboo grove to a stone patio under the spreading pomegranate tree, by a sprinkling tile and stone fountain. Sit outdoors at stone tables or in the cool shade of the outdoor sala with its overstuffed sofas and chairs and private fireplace.

The sleeper study (sunroom) off the outdoor sala features a twin trundle bed along with desk, half bath, desk, TV/DVD, and views of the patio and fountain. Another half bath is found by the entrance foyer.

The home was designed by Eliazar Torres to combine 18th century charm with 21st century convenience; professionally decorated by Carl Selph to delight the senses; plantscaped by Tim Wachter to create an oasis of rest and calm. This home is in the best area of town, across the street from the home of actress Margarita Gralia, close to buses and within short walks to everything, only three blocks from the Jardin. There is parking on the street and a supervised facility is close by.

Lucy, the maid, comes to clean and change the linens. She can also cook for you. The property is also professionally managed by an English speaking manager who is always on call in case you have any problems. Susan Page, noted author, San Miguel resident, and founder of the SMA Authors' Sala, calls this house one of her top five favorites in town! Click through to our web site and see for yourself, please.

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• Amenities
  • Washer: Located in rooftop shed with dryer; not shared
  • Dryer: Both electric and solar! :-)
  • Linens Provided
  • Gas Fireplace: In the master bedroom, the living room, and the outdoor sala; also gas heaters in the rear bedroom and in the study
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Convertible Bed: Convertible sofa in the study
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV: One in the master bedroom, one in the study
  • DVD
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: With views to the ground floor patio, and easy access to the dining room
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio: Two separate rooftop patios joined by a bridge; a private patio off the master bedroom; a ground floor patio by the fountain; an outdoor sala by the study
  • Lanai: The ground floor outdoor sala, with overstuffed couches and chairs, a gas fireplace, a low table, with views of the patio and sounds of the fountain
  • Gazebo: A built-in sofa, with movable tables, facing the mountains and sunsets
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Stunning views of the town below, and of the lake and mountains to the west beyond, and sunsets, with views to the north, east, and south
  • Monument View: Stunning views of the Parroquia, San Miguel's most famous landmark
• Communications
  • Telephone: Land line
  • Free Long Distance: Vonage Internet phone for free calling back to the States
  • Computer: A modest Mac lives at the house in case you can't bring your own
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): Access from the ground floor to the rooftop, depending on your computer
• Other Amenities
  • Maid 3X a Week, Pressurized Water System, Purified Water Throughout House, Rooftop Tables with Umbrellas, Chaise Lounge Chairs, Free Vonage calling to the United States, Sorry no pets!
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Not Suitable for Children: Due to stairs without railings and dropoffs from rooftop terraces
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Rock Climbing
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Basketball Court
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
  • Hot Air Ballooning
• Other Activities
  • Short walk to Santo Domingo Sports Club (lap swimming, exercise room, weight room, sauna, etc.) available for day, weekly, or monthly use

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Year Round ... $1200/week ... $3000/month.
Long term negotiable...$2400/month plus utilities
Must also charge 5% Mexican hospitality tax
Please check calendar for availability
September may be available as part of a multi-month rental

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

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• 08/13/09
  Positive Rating
  Ella Dunavant , San Antonio, TX
  • The four of us arrived at Montes de Oca, Number 12, with great anticipation. The old cobble stone street and the colorful walls of the houses surrounding "our new house" were just the beginning of the beauty that would be part of our seven day stay in San Miguel de Allende. The entry with the candles, the greenery and the fountain was one of the first "Ohhh how beautiful" words out of our mouths. There were many more to follow. One the most beautiful sights was on the rooftop patio when the sun was going down directly behind the cross on the church. It looked like the cross was illuminated by red and pink and blue rays. It was a very spiritual experience. But, of course, there was also the food, the stores, the music, the art, and some of the friendliest people we have met. I hope there are still some things left in the stores after Yvette got through shopping! Laura walked on the cobble stone streets as if they were all flat -- she could have been walking a marathon. Phyllis was the calm one who kept us in line and was especially happy being in the Jardin or staying at the Casa de Granado reading a book. As for me, well, I couldn't stop dancing to the mariachi groups that play around the Jardin. Thank you Jay and Stephanie for sharing your beautiful house. And thanks to Aurelia for the gourmet food she fixed.
• 07/19/09
  Positive Rating
  Holly Bogin , San Francisco, CA
  • We had a great time in San Miguel. It is a quaint and beautiful town. We had a lot of fun and even our Spanish improved. We really liked your house. The only problem (not really a problem) was that we were there during the rainy season and we had to wait for the rain to pass to walk from one part to another. None of the rooms are bad to hand out in! Ariana was great and everything was fine. We had no problems at all.
• 06/14/09
  Positive Rating
  Peter Walker, Janet Burns-Walker , Wolfville, Nova Scotia
  • We have very much enjoyed staying In Montes de Oca #12 enormously. The house works very well and we have got good use of all of it including the outdoor sala that has become one of our favorite spots. The neighborhood is also very nice and the neighbors very pleasant. The only thing that needs a bit more adaptation on our part are the dogs at night. At the same time we know this is also part of San Miguel life. Thanks also to Lucy who has been a great help. San Miguel won our hearts last year and living in this beautiful nest has made it all the more enjoyable. We learned this visit that one month is not enough, and will double our stay in the future.
• 06/01/09
  Positive Rating
  Robert Cadoux ,
  • We had an amazing time in your lovely warm house. The roof patio must have one of the best views in San Miguel and we spent sunsets there eating and drinking and relaxing. You have done such a great job decorating the house, and we felt instantly comfortable there. The location is easy (just a walk down to the central square which is always alive with events and folks just hanging out, to the market, etc.) but it is also secluded, quiet and private. What a sweet place. If we get out act together we will be back there soon.
• 03/17/09
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  Joel Tanner , Saginaw, MI
  • A whole month in San Miguel! Wonderful house and city. Certainly love this place, and the ease of life here.
• 03/17/09
  Positive Rating
  Karrin and Ted Calhoun , Eugene, OR
  • We adored your beautiful home. It was by far the best equipped house we have ever rented. You must have had fun decorating - it was so pretty. We loved the ancient feel with all of the modern conveniences. The 2nd story patio was used daily and most days the rooftop. We were careful and got used to the stairs. It is a lovely location! Your maid was delightful. We can't think of anything we wished for. We always appreciate it when there are a few spices and salt and pepper so we don't have to buy basics like that. You can use us for a reference anytime. Probably coming back next year!
• 02/11/09
  Positive Rating
  Herb Franklin , Washington, D.C.
  • We just got back from Mexico. Your house is a beautiful job of restoration. We had a lovely stay and particularly enjoyed the view of the city from the top terrace. We encountered a few irritants that detracted from our experience which were minor problems, but avoidable. Overall, the house is lovely and tasteful and a lot of care has gone into making it so.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Our guests sometimes see things that need fixing before we do and we welcome their suggestions. We then direct our property management company to make it right.
• 02/01/09
  Positive Rating
  Ann & Erwin Levine , Lakeville, CT
  • Just back from a delightful month at 12 Montes de Oca. Everything went very well indeed, other than the Vonage telephone that allowed me four calls and then collapsed. Still, we continued to enjoy the beauty, peace and delight available for us. Lucy was great. We are refreshed, relaxed and certainly fitter than when we left. Thank you for renting us your lovely house.
• 12/26/08
  Positive Rating
  Richard and Chris , Toronto, ON
  • Very enjoyable place to stay. Thanks...
• 12/26/08
  Positive Rating
  Don and Jane Berman , Austin, TX
  • We have truly enjoyed this wonderful house. This is our first visit to San Miguel, and we've had a great time. Thanks for sharing your special home with us.

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