Description
Just a few unhurried blocks from the main square, in the heart of the UNESCO world heritage city of San Miguel de Allende, Villa Celestial offers one of the city's most memorable architectural experiences. Designed by renowned Mexican architect, Pedro Urquiza, the home carries the quiet grandeur of a place built with intention -vaulted 30 foot stenciled ceilings, graceful arches, cantera stone underfoot and light that dances throughout the rooms, offering a sensual almost spiritual like experience to those who enter. Arriving through an artesian door, one enters a landscaped courtyard with its calming fountain partially enveloped by a covered loggia which opens fully to the garden, effortlessly bringing the outdoors in. The loggia is a natural gathering place -morning coffee, evening conversation, or fire lit in the cool season transforming it to a warm and atmospheric space. The main living area is breathtaking in scale yet deeply inviting anchored by a tall mirrored fireplace. A pair of curved sweeping staircases is on either side, one leads to the sleeping areas above and the other to a subterranean level below featuring the added charm of a fireplace, making it perfectly suited for a wine cellar, home gym or theater. The dining room is intimate with its handkerchief ceiling and flows effortless from the central space and into the kitchen. The kitchen represents a beautifully executed homage to colonial craftsmanship, with its mesquite wood island, hammered copper sink, traditionally tiled counters and a large range with copper backsplash. These type of touches, exude the kind of warmth that inspires guests to linger around the kitchen in conversation while meals are being prepared and is a dream for those who love to cook. Upstairs, a catwalk suspends above the living room, leading to three bedroom suites, each with French doors and a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden below. The primary suite features a canopy bed, carved fireplace, mini-split, dual closets and an en-suite double sink bath that features a large window which frames long views of the mountains beyond. The covered rooftop sala is where days unwind. To the east, the Parroquia rises in silhouette. To the west, the Guanajuato highlands deepen into lavender and blue at sunset. This is a terrace meant for twilight - quiet reading, shared wine or watching fireworks across the valley. Villa Celestial is for those who value architecture that speaks softly, traditional craftsmanship that lasts and a life lived close to culture, community and beauty which the San MIguel de Allende lifestyle has come to embody. It is a residence that welcomes music, conversation, celebration and rest - equally. Additional property features are an enclosed garage, whole house water purification system, water softener, alarm system, two reverse osmosis systems, and solar panels for added comfort and convenience. Located in one of the most walkable and cherished neighborhoods in the city, this lovely residence is being sold turnkey with just a few exceptions! Do not miss out on this rare opportunity to own one of the most unique and special residences that San MIguel de Allende has to offer.
