Casa Tragaluz

"House of Light" -- Centrally Located on Barranca St.

3 Bedrooms
$1,650 per week, $5,200 per month

Casa Tragaluz is a masterpiece of colonial style and decor. It was created by one of San Miguel's' most talented Architects. The Spanish word, "Tragaluz" translates to "swallow light". The home is owned by one of America's most gifted screenwriters. This home is a harmonious symphony of perfect design decisions. It features fabulous antique furnishings and art. Each room is a showcase of wonderful architecture and interior design. The outdoor spaces and views are second to none featuring a "Chapel" living room that is unique in all San Miguel.

This home offers a centro location on Barranca #18 and is four blocks from the heart of San Miguel's Jardín and in close proximity to all the shops, restaurants and attractions of Centro San Miguel. There is a garage available for those driving.

The home features both indoor and outdoor living rooms and indoor and outdoor dining rooms with seating for 8 in both cases. The upper patio overlooks the city and gives a bird's eye view of the Centro.

Upon entering this home, you encounter a sumptuous patio that includes a wonderful vaulted arched outdoor living room complete with fireplace. Although the home was renovated 6 years ago it perfectly captures the feeling of old colonial masterpieces. The use of stone cantera in the building and design of this home is marvelous and not often seen in many homes.

The intimate living room has a spectacular cantera fireplace, carved wood beamed ceiling and a custom built colonial bookcase that is brimming with a lovely collection of art, pottery and local artisana. There are two TV's with cable and sound systems.

Each bedroom suite is unique with the master offering a King bed with an attached custom tiled bath with tub/shower. The second bedroom offers a twin beds that will make a king with stunning bath. The third bedroom has twin beds and a very nice attached bath. Each bedroom has a lovely cantera fireplace complete with gas logs that will create a toasty warm paradise on winter evenings when you are nestled into your lovely iron bed with the down comforter pulled up.

The upper level has a magnificent view of the downtown panorama of San Miguel and the Guanajuato mountains. On this level, there is the master bedroom with king bed, fireplace, seating area and full bath. This is a perfect place to curl up with a book or have a cool margarita and watch the sunset.

The cook/maid is very accommodating and can prepare lovely comidas (lunch). If 6 people in the house, the cook brings her sister to help at the renters expense.

This home is magnificent in all of its details. It was designed by one of Mexico's most renowned architects and is lovingly cared for by the owner. This home is perfect for the person who appreciates the finest in interior design. Opening this door is like opening the pages of Architectural Digest.