Casa Escondida

Enclosed within garden walls and set on a generous landscaped lot, this new colonial-style home offers privacy, charm, and flexible living spaces throughout. A cantera-framed entryway with a balcony above welcomes you inside to an inviting foyer, where built-in display niches create an elegant spot for art. To the right, the dining room flows into an open kitchen, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. Beyond, a spacious living room centered on a cantera fireplace opens to the back patio, bringing in natural light and strengthening the connection to the garden. The ground floor features a generously sized primary suite with a full en-suite bath with bathtub, along with extensive custom wood cabinetry providing abundant storage and closet space. This level also includes a guest half bath, an artist’s studio, and a laundry room with direct access to the garden. A bright stairway off the entry, illuminated by a tall window, leads to the second floor, which functions well as an independent living area. This level includes a sitting area with a kitchenette, access to a side patio, and a small Romeo-and-Juliet balcony. There are two bedrooms: one with a full en-suite bath, and a second bedroom served by a full bath located next door that can also be shared with guests. Both rooms enjoy large windows, good light, and generous storage. The upper level also has its own exterior stair access, offering excellent flexibility for guests, extended family, or rental use. From this floor, a stairway leads to the rooftop terrace, where spectacular views of San Miguel de Allende and the surrounding mountains create a standout feature of the home. In the garden, a large covered outdoor structure supported by four cantera columns provides a beautiful shaded space currently used for outdoor dining, though it could also function as a carport. The home is equipped with six solar panels and four mini-split air-conditioning units that provide both heating and cooling, adding modern efficiency to its traditional character. It also includes two cisterns — one for rainwater capture and another for city water — providing added reliability and water management.