Enjoy a fantastic stay in San Miguel, Mexico!

Valued at: $1000.00  

A special thanks to Arthur Richter and Peter Neivert who are donating the amazing townhouse in San Miguel.

Pick your week in the month of June in a beautiful townhouse in the historic colonial town of San Miguel de Allende.  House is within walking distance of all the main attractions—the park, shops and the town plaza as well as international restaurants to suit any taste.

San Miguel de Allende is in the state of Guanajuato in the geographic center of Mexico.  It lies in an area known as the Baijo, which is a hilly plateau at a relatively high elevation—about 6,500 feet.  Because of the elevation, the climate is dry with spring-like weather all year round—cool nights and warm sunny days.  The town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, and is a well-preserved example of a colonial hill town.  In the historic center there are no traffic lights, neon or overhead wires.  The town has evolved into an arts and cultural center, so there are year-round activities and events including music, dance, theater, film and art festivals, as well as traditional holidays and festivals.  The center is filled with shops with artisan goods, a diverse offering of restaurants and of course an incredible collection of historic buildings along cobblestone streets.  The town is not without modern amenities, however.  High-speed internet service is available and there is a modern supermarket at the edge of town.  There is a sizable American and Canadian ex-patriot community, so English is widely spoken.

Just outside the town are several hot springs and the pilgrimage church of Atotonilco which was also declared a World Heritage Site in 2008.  The countryside outside San Miguel is also beautiful, particularly in the summer during the rainy season, during the rainy season, when the hills and fields are green and filled with wildflowers.

The nearby colonial city of Guanajuato is also worth a visit.  It has a very European look and feel with a large pedestrian center—the cars drive underground.  Farther afield is the Monarch Butterfly Reserve.  Tours to any of these sights can be arranged with agents in San Miguel.

Perhaps the greatest attraction of San Miguel are the people, who are warm, friendly and outgoing.  It is difficult to walk through the town or central square without meeting or making a friend.

House description:

3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom townhouse in private gated complex.  Each bedroom has it’s own private full bath, perfect for 3 couples or singles.

First floor: Fully equipped modern kitchen, dining table for six, living room with TV, cable, and DVD.  Small outdoor private courtyard garden with fountain.

Second floor: 2 bedrooms with bathrooms

Third floor: 1 bedroom with bathroom and roof terrace 

Fourth floor: Roof terrace

*Maid service 3 days per week which includes house cleaning and laundry.  Parking for 1 car.