This ranch is a horse lover’s paradise set on a spring-fed oasis in the prestigious area known as the Golden Corridor. This elegant property of 450 acres features a magnificent 15,000- square-foot main house designed by an architect well known for his high-quality Spanish Colonial designs. Equally dramatic as the features of the house are the views of breath-taking cliffs, wide pastures, the thistle-blue mountains and spectacular sunsets. The ranch includes a 200 year-old chapel, guesthouse, a 12-horse stable of classic design, storage building and paddocks. The entire property is served by two wells and is complete with underground utilities. The magnificent Pepper Tree Ranch is suited perfectly for the development of exclusive homes, a resort or for a private equestrian retreat.

Graced with endless city and country vistas, this contemporary and elegant home provides a private and peaceful escape within an exclusive community. A grand entry with custom-designed tile and a magnificent chandelier sets the tone as it leads to the living and dining rooms featuring a cantera stone fireplace and a masterful barrel-vaulted boveda ceiling. The spacious kitchen is a cook’s delight while the very private master suite boasts its own inviting terrace with views of the infinity-edge pool, sparkling lights of the historic town below and of the western mountains beyond. This gracious home offers four bedrooms and seven bathrooms, a gym, office, media room, and garage. A separate apartment with a private entrance is attached and is perfect for guests or staff. Offered furnished.

Dating to the 17th-Century, this property sprawls over more than 10 acres. This gorgeous residence is replete with Spanish Colonial influence and has been expertly restored to evoke the essence of the past while providing for a lifestyle of modern comfort. Enclosed by a wall capped with turrets, this home has a traditional Colonial courtyard adorned with a flower-encircled fountain as a focal point. From this verdant oasis, portals on four sides access the dramatic well-proportioned interior. The rustic and charming spaces include a formal entry, living and dining rooms ideal for entertaining guests, and a kitchen that was built with Mexican tradition in mind. Six bedrooms and five and one half baths accommodate residents and visitors in luxury. Adjacent to the outdoor swimming pool, a loggia with a fireplace is perfect for entertaining. The equestrian enthusiast will appreciate the horse stables, while the hobbyist will delight in the workshops. Bright lush tropical plants, flowers, and creeping vines of many varieties are found throughout the grounds.

With a masterful blend of fine architectural details and stunning furnishings, this exceptional home is picture-perfect and is move-in-ready. The extensive gardens adjoining the outdoor sala and dining areas are meticulously landscaped in a serene setting that features a majestic old pepper tree. Newly remodeled, the kitchen evokes a wonderful country feeling and is warmed by its own fireplace and by the glow of the hand-rubbed mesquite wood center island and the rare handcrafted mesquite flooring. The thoughtful design and ample proportions of the main level have created indoor and outdoor spaces that will make home entertaining for family and friends a delight. Four ample bedroom suites, each with its own fireplace, have an understated elegant charm. The large rooftop terrace, sun-filled by day, offers unique nighttime views of the city lights below. Offered furnished.

Just a few steps from the historic Instituto Allende, this traditional Spanish Colonial-style home exudes Old World charm while offering the finest in design and the epitome of quality. Commanding 15-foot ceilings set the grand tone of this architectural gem and evoke the elegance and style of a bygone era. While the poolside palm is reminiscent of southern Spain, the hand-carved cantera stone balustrade invites one to pass along the upper portal, where, as in Colonial times, all bedrooms open onto the main passage and terrace. The formal dining room has an exquisite handkerchief boveda ceiling, and carved cantera stone fireplaces grace all living spaces. The kitchen is a culinary enthusiast’s delight with its Bosch appliances, exquisite cabinetry, numerous working spaces and its opening to the signature outdoor sala, which ensures easy entertaining and year-round enjoyment. From the expansive rooftop terrace, with its unobstructed views of the historic city center, family and friends will admire the magic vistas of San Miguel.

Casa Capricho, known as one of San Miguel’s most distinguished Spanish Colonial properties, is situated two short blocks from San Miguel’s historic main square. This stately home was built in the latter part of the 17th-Century and is one of only four properties in San Miguel known to have its original 4-sided Moroccan courtyard intact. As an architectural treasure, this property is resplendent with arches made of locally quarried rose-colored cantera stone that is graced with vines of bougainvillea flowers that spill over a fountain surrounded by custom stone parquetry. The design integrity of the authentic Colonial architecture of this exquisite home is reflected throughout its spaces by the artful use of 20-foot high ceilings, hand-finished wood beams, sea shell niches, ornate cantera stone accents, custom cabinetry, terra cotta floors, mahogany doors with beveled glass and its stunning furnishings that mix Spanish Colonial and other antique decor for an extremely tasteful effect.

The style of this new home by architect Robert Burrillo combines Moorish influence with Spanish Colonial charm. The artful architectural features of this home include natural light filled staircases, stone archways, walls of windows facing the lush gardens and the use of antique cantera stone that graces the floors, fireplaces, and doors throughout. The dramatic design of this home beautifully encompasses the gorgeous San Miguel light that filters though the artistically positioned windows and light wells. A private master suite is marked by its unique arabesque-style entry, carved stone shower, copper sinks, fireplace for ambiance and heat, and it’s own private terrace. This 5,000 square-foot residence boasts lush gardens, intimate seating area and ample terraces and incorporates a self-contained casita.

Enviably located in Ojo de Agua, one of San Miguel’s most exclusive communities, this Mediterranean-style villa enjoys exceptional hillside views of the town’s historic center, the Guanajuato mountains and the rolling countryside beyond. A grand two-story European-style foyer has a dramatic spiral staircase leading to the second level containing a luxurious master suite with twin deluxe bathrooms, spacious dressing rooms, balconies appointed with lush plants, a very comfortable guest bedroom and office space. The majestic ground level overlooks a sun-filled terrace next to a pool, and an outdoor loggia that are perfect for guests accommodated by the two luxurious casitas nearby. This stunning property combines a perfect sense of warmth and sophistication to create an ambiance of casual yet well-appointed elegance. Throughout the home, the professional and personal attention to detail and design creates a magnificently comfortable house with gorgeous features and intimate spaces crafted from the finest materials.

Perched above the greenery of Parque Juarez, this spectacular contemporary home artistically blends its modern spaces with accents of Colonial and Mediterranean features. Designed by architect-owner Norm Lacayo, this distinctive property offers commanding vistas of San Miguel at each level, all accessible via elevator. The grand space of the living room faces the backdrop of ceiling-to-floor windows that frame majestic city views while the contemporary design of the large fireplace invites warm gatherings for entertainment. Four generously sized bedroom suites are finished handsomely with travertine marble counters and large walk-in closets. The lower-level floors provide the comfort of radiant heat, and the serenity of terrace gardens.

Fine design and attention to architectural detail are what distinguish this stunning newly constructed view estate that appears as if it were in the rolling hills of the Italian countryside. The combination of European-inspired design and its outstanding quality and appointments make this property a rare and exquisite find. Every detail is thoughtfully considered and wonderfully executed to provide great comfort and grand living in this spacious five-bedroom home that also features an elevator, rooftop terrace, storage area, wine cellar, and garage. This gracious and stylish home is created for fine living and elegant entertaining.

Commanding an enviable location in an exclusive gated community, this hillside villa was designed for living and entertaining on a grand scale. The outdoor sala is the exquisite focal point with its great wood burning fireplace. Adjoining is the extensive and plush landscape of the patio, the custom tiled pool and the outdoor dining terrace. Each elegant feature of this home invites leisurely days and tasteful entertaining. The formal living and dining rooms, graced with Spanish Colonial style and scale, wood beam ceilings and a warm-hued palate, are perfect for intimate gatherings. The spacious master suite, complete with spectacular his and her bathrooms, also offers a private terrace, the perfect place for sunset cocktails and personal relaxation. With 7,200-square-feet of living space, this gracious home also includes a private casita with its own walled patio garden for guests to adore. Offered furnished.

Incomparable elegance, Colonial character and premier-quality
craftsmanship fill this stunning 5,605-square-foot home, the main door of which opens to a spectacular 300 year-old meticulously reconstructed property. Located in the heart of the historic Centro of San Miguel, Casa Seis Fuentes is a grand Mexican villa that boasts original three-feet-thick adobe walls and gracious interiors including two master suites, two large guest bedrooms, five full-baths and one half-bath, private bedroom patios, a gym, media room, wine cellar and rooftop terrace with spectacular 360-degree city views. Each of the six fountains for which this extraordinary home is known is artfully placed in order to add a sophisticated and tranquil charm to one of San Miguel’s premier Colonial properties.

A prime example of the quintessential Colonial home of San Miguel, this property embodies the finest of architectural design, décor and detail. In the artful foyer, the mahogany-colored brick floor leads to a lush garden surrounding a loggia beside a tranquil and inviting blue-tiled pool. The loggia also features handsomely carved cantera stone arches and columns surrounding a large courtyard warmed on cool nights by a wood-burning fireplace. Overlooking the pool is a majestic second level that houses spacious rooms with carved cantera stone fireplaces, 12-foot-high ceilings and gorgeous balconies. A stately master suite features twin bathrooms, a fireplace, an exercise room and a media room. The uncompromising attention paid to the Colonial-style detail of this home creates an atmosphere that invites fine living. Offered furnished.

This stunning Colonial hacienda-style home is one of San Miguel’s most opulent living spaces and offers unparalleled city vistas. With more than 18,000-square-feet of fully-furnished living space, this residence was built by local craftsmen who constructed this masterpiece on a hillside overlooking the historic town center. No architectural detail is spared among spectacular rooms that include 11 fireplaces, a central sound system, four fountains, antique hand-carved wood doors, Saltillo tile and cantera stone floors and ceilings of hand-milled wood beams. A marvelous Puebla-style kitchen has floor-to-ceiling Talavera tiles, and its commercial-grade appliances are cleverly hidden in order to preserve its Colonial character. Mature gardens feature a heated spa pool, waterfalls, a fish pond, and splendid panoramic views of San Miguel and beyond. Offered furnished.

The open floor plan of this Colonial-inspired home allows for guests and owners to retreat to the privacy of rooms filled with the exquisite details provided by wood-beamed ceilings, columns and fireplaces of fine cantera stone and floors of both hardwood and polished stone. Each tasteful architectural feature incorporates Old World elegance juxtaposed against the luxury of modern conveniences. The spacious first floor master suite, which includes two full-baths, is capped by a stylish ceiling that incorporates a cupola within an arched boveda design. The interior courtyard provides open entertainment space for guests mingle around the artful Koi filled pond or gather beneath the lantern-lit loggias.

Located in the distinguished and private-community neighborhood of Privada del Sol, this remarkable property offers the best of locations, set within this exclusive community. Perched above historic San Miguel and just over looking serene Parque Juarez, this distinctive home has an upper terrace designed to view the most stunning of vistas through its regal cantera stone arches. A gracious master suite adjoins the lower terrace that leads to a flower-filled garden below. The ample space in the well-appointed kitchen allows the culinary enthusiast to take advantage of the many works areas while prepping below the arched boveda ceiling for those special entertaining events at home. Offered furnished.

This custom designed and exquisite villa boasts every fine detail characteristic of the Spanish Colonial period. The first floor surrounds a central courtyard with a lush garden and fountain set against an outdoor sala and swimming pool. The grand loggia on the upper level leads to four spacious bedrooms complete with en-suite bathrooms, fireplaces and balconies that provide spectacular city views. The ambiance and design of this lovely home are enhanced by its décor of authentic Mexican folk art, religious artifacts, paintings, Spanish Colonial antiques and fine Talavera pottery. A media room equipped with surround-sound and a billiard room allow for a variety of entertainment options for family and guests. Offered furnished.

Conveniently located in the heart of San Miguel’s historic center, this stunning architectural gem was meticulously restored well beyond its original splendor by its owner, a well known international interior designer. Authentic stone-columned arches and walls dating to the 18-Century grace the colonial courtyard gardens complete with covered colonnades and trickling fountains; perfect for outdoor dining and entertaining. An additional Moorish-style outdoor sala introduces the guest casita. The unique talents of local Mexican artisans are visible throughout. The elegant, interior sala featuring a hand-carved stone fireplace, the formal dining room crowned with a splendid cupula, and the traditional Mexican-tiled kitchen contribute to the feeling of being in another place in time. Each of the four spacious bedrooms provides comfortable separate quarters for discerning guests. Commanding city and mountain views can be enjoyed from the double roof terrace.

This distinctive home is a country retreat that embodies the essence of a Moroccan riad, or palatial home, that is designed to replicate features of a Roman villa. The architecture beauty and location of this rare home are matched by fine details that include a gorgeous meditation chapel, a luxurious pool surrounded by a meticulously landscaped garden, an underground wine cellar walled by stone, an elevator, radiant floor heating and a separate guest casita. Each of the four spacious bedrooms offers incomparable views of the picturesque countryside that are the magnificent backdrop to this home.

Casa Dos Cruces is a rare 18th Century romantic colonial gem, located right in the heart of the historic district of San Miguel. Reputed to be the former home of a Spanish Colonial bishop, this 300 year old structure was transformed from a ruin to its current grandeur by renown architect Norm Lacayo. All of the main rooms as well as the outdoor sala open onto a spectacular central patio, made into a quiet oasis by the lush foliage and large mature and flowing trees. The bedrooms command a captivating view, and are graced with a fireplace and the numerous terraces adjoining them ensure private relaxation and light filled interiors. The upper terrace features a Jacuzzi and a 360 degree view. All this, just 2 short blocks from the main square.

Known as The Enchanted Ranch (Rancho Encantado), this distinguished home Has the word paradise written across every square-inch of its 32 sprawling acres. As a gentleman’s ranch, the high-level functionality of this property is spoken for by its eight enclosed horse stalls, the several outdoor stalls, a riding ring, a spacious tack room, a groom’s apartment and an orchard. The regal beauty of this home extends to the very elegant Mexican Colonial hacienda-style residence with its traditional and spacious one-level architectural design that wraps its many rooms around a stately courtyard of Spanish décor. This exquisite retreat is filled with traditional Colonial features including Saltillo floor tiles, wood-beamed ceilings, arched boveda and cupola ceilings, bodega-style warehouses and a grand cantera stone fireplace.

The sleek lines of the architectural design in this home infuse each light-filled space with modern, Mexican and arabesque-style features,translating into a work of art. The understated and minimalist-inspired décor of the entrance to this handsome property sets the tone for the openness of its floor plan. With spaciousness a key, the design of this tasteful home leads to terraces with spectacular views from above the Ojo de Agua neighborhood and to a tranquil courtyard where the focal point is a sheet of water set over a Moroccan-tile fountain. Large bedrooms with en-suite baths, private balconies and a rooftop terrace provide uncompromising style for modern living and entertaining in a sophisticated setting.

The tasteful combination of hand-hewn stone and adobe interior walls set against antique-finished wood-beam ceilings dramatically mark the tone of rustic grandeur for this gorgeous home that is located on the hillside surrounding the lush and tranquil Parque Juarez. Almost 9,000-square-feet of luxurious space is paved with handsome wide-block cantera stone floors that connect five bedrooms, four full-baths and three one-half-baths in this stunning home. Mature palms amid exotic landscaping frame the fountains and water features of the terraces that overlook the historic city center from this comforting and elegant retreat.

This grand and spacious home located in the hillside community of Los Balcones has expansive and picturesque vistas of historic San Miguel and the surrounding majestic countryside. The lovely interior of this house is tastefully appointed with three-bedrooms, six-bathrooms plus one-half-bath, a wine cellar, a game room and fine cantera stone artfully placed throughout its luxurious spaces. A commanding master suite includes radiant floor heating and a double-sided fireplace that opens to the bedroom as well as to the sitting room/library area on the opposite end. The expansive terrace and garden courtyard is the perfect setting for entertaining family and friends who may enjoy the separate and private guest casita.

This masterfully crafted seven bedroom home is located on a most charming cobblestone street known for a prior time when it housed Old San Miguel’s leather tanneries. Only the finest of materials and workmanship have been tastefully employed in this home to blend true Spanish Colonial design with modern details of understated elegance. This artful combination is evident in the high-grade cantera stone flooring, the graceful antique fireplaces, ceiling beams of fine hand-rubbed wood and several updated modern and custom finishes. A quintessential Colonial-style courtyard fountain is surrounded by lush plantings and stone archways leading to elegant and spacious interior rooms. The large back patio is complete with a solar-heated pool, and a grand rooftop terrace that overlooks the spires of the stately Parroquia cathedral nearby.