This exceptional estate marries modern, low‑profile architecture with the natural textures of San Miguel de Allende’s landscape. Twelve linear volumes in earthy rammed‑earth tones are connected by two central corridors, organizing the home into distinct yet fluid zones. Every element—from the parota wood joinery to the native stone and hand‑textured finishes—is drawn from local sources, ensuring the design feels both rooted and timeless.

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The design draws inspiration from the grandeur of Mexican haciendas, or lavish Spanish colonial houses, whose expansive estates are centered around courtyards and lush gardens. Conceived with a vision to amplify its presence and deep connection to its surroundings, the home reinterprets the traditional hacienda layout, organizing its spaces around courtyards to create a harmonious blend of heritage and modernity.

The approach is a gentle reveal. A cactus‑planted roundabout creates a sculptural, organic welcome before the home’s geometric forms unfold. The exterior palette is warm and understated, allowing the materials to speak for themselves. Inside the gated community of La Candelaria, the home enjoys full privacy while remaining just ten minutes from the historic center.

Central Courtyard & Pool Terrace

At the heart of the property lies a sun‑drenched courtyard where a rectangular swimming pool and Jacuzzi are set into natural stone terraces. The surrounding architecture creates a protected, inward‑looking oasis. Multiple rooms open directly here, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out. A built‑in firepit anchors evening gatherings, casting light across the stonework and native plantings.

Main Social Wing

Living & TV Rooms – The living area is spacious yet intimate, with direct courtyard views and a warm material palette. The TV room is just at the back to a pergola‑covered lounge with unobstructed views of the Picachos mountains, designed for shaded afternoons or sunset cocktails.
Pergola Lounge – Outfitted with a wood‑topped bar, integrated sink, and griddle, this is a year‑round outdoor living space framed by lush landscaping and mature trees.
Dining Room – The focal point is an 18‑seat parota wood table surrounded by handcrafted chairs, set against walls finished with textures sourced from the property itself.
Kitchen – Bright and functional, anchored by a tiled island with sink and open shelving. Stainless steel appliances, premium fixtures, and direct access to an outdoor dining pergola make it ideal for both daily living and entertaining.
Bedrooms

All bedrooms, including the Guest’s House, feature rich parota wood floors and full en‑suite bathrooms for comfort and privacy throughout.
Two bedrooms in the main house include mezzanine levels, adding flexible space for reading nooks, work areas, or additional sleeping quarters.
Guest House

Independent yet close to the main residence, the guest house offers:

Two en‑suite bedrooms finished in natural materials. A compact, efficient kitchen and a comfortable, light‑filled living area—perfect for visiting family or friends who want privacy while staying connected with a firepit for cozy evenings and gatherings.
A‑Frame Suite

A distinct architectural gesture, the A‑Frame features warm wood flooring and sloped wood‑clad ceilings. It contains a private bedroom and a full bathroom—its scale and finish give it a cozy, retreat‑like quality.
Event Courtyard & Hilltop Hut

A spacious open courtyard, ideal for events, is equipped with a small bar and sink. From here, a path leads to an Orchard and a hilltop hut—a rustic vantage point overlooking the estate’s orchard and surrounding countryside.
Orchard & Sustainability Features

The property’s orchard produces seasonal fruit, enhancing self‑sufficiency. Sustainability is central, with 54 solar panels providing electricity and dedicated solar panels for water heating.
Practical Amenities

Garage for three cars, plus additional uncovered parking spaces
Laundry room with functional storage and workspace
Full caretaker’s home ensuring smooth operation year‑round
Candelaria Residencial Amenities

Residents enjoy 24‑hour security, a 1‑kilometer running track, padel and tennis courts, an elegant clubhouse, and landscaped communal areas integrated into a protected nature reserve.
A Cherem Arquitectos Collectible

This residence is not simply a luxury property—it is a signed work by Cherem Arquitectos, one of Mexico’s most acclaimed architectural studios. Known for their mastery of proportion, materiality, and cultural resonance, Cherem Arquitectos’ projects are celebrated as living works of art. Each home is rare, singular, and deeply tied to its environment.

Owning this estate is akin to collecting a masterpiece—where architecture becomes sculpture, lifestyle becomes heritage, and the home itself is a legacy. For the true connoisseur, this is an opportunity to acquire not just a residence, but a timeless work of design by one of Mexico’s architectural visionaries.

This is more than a home—it is an architectural collectible, a sanctuary, and a statement piece in the heart of San Miguel de Allende.