Our first impression upon entering this space is bound to be dominated by a restored 150 year-old mesquite tree that was practically dead when the owners bought the property.

They are in the process of bringing it back to health and planned the casita footprint around saving the tree.

We walk across a Japanese bridge spanning a koi pond to the casita.

What guest wouldn’t be charmed with a four-poster bed, and a bóveda (domed brick) ceiling. There is even a mini kitchen for guests to make morning coffee!

Having appreciated the casita, it is time for us to stride back over the bridge, to and through the elaborate iron and glass front door.

This grand house was designed by renowned architect Gabor Goded and was only recently completed. The house’s many intricate bóveda (domed brick) ceilings will delight visitors and the high ceilings and abundant light give a sense of grandeur.

There are two patterned marble floors done by architect Lis Bisgard in the Italian “Cosmati” technique in the entry Foyer and Principal bath. The “Cosmati”  technique can be found in the Vatican and other major cathedrals in Italy.

Inviting courtyards seem to be everywhere, beckoning the visitor to venture outside. One of the courtyards has a fountain with angels, from which the name of the Casa is derived.

The house is filled with a wide variety of artwork; pieces show the breadth of the owners’ taste. Among the most prized by the owners are two by Rufino Tamayo.

The living room has paintings by a New York artist friend JD Winer whose work is also exhibited in the NYC Visitors Center. See if you can recognize two San Miguel centro scenes in two other paintings.

The living room has a family heirloom of the wife’s – a hand-carved box created in the Philippines and inherited from the wife’s grandfather.

The bar has a backlit glass and iron feature with onyx pendants. French wine posters indicate the owner’s love of fine wines; note the illuminated wine coolers.

The wife loves to cook and this large kitchen can accommodate many guest onlookers and participants. One’s eye is drawn to the mosaic over the cooktop.  The extensive pantry leaves no doubt that fine dining is an aspect of their San Miguel experience!

Who wouldn’t love a red powder room with a quadripartite ceiling, complete with hand painted birds at the corners?

The backyard area has a hot tub fed by a rock waterfall.

Enjoy this refined, relaxed living experience while you can!