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Located in the Barrio of Santa Lucia, only six blocks from San Cristobal's central square, this property is truly an oasis. The pebbled courtyard is graced by an 18th. century fountain and bounded by the pillared walkways of the 200 year old, Spanish colonial style Casa Grande. The property also comprises the Casita, which provides additional accommodation, and an immensely varied garden, characterized by fruit and nut trees, tropical flowers, mountain pines and beds of herbs and vegetables. Overall area of the property, including the patio and garden, is approxiamately 13,975 sq. ft. (1,300 sq. m.)
The Casa Grande is built of one meter thick adobe brick walls, with beamed ceilings, and comprises a formal dining room (seating for eight), a reading room / library, and a spacious sala, complete with wood burning fireplace. A circular staircase takes you up to the master bedroom, with adjoining bathroom and studio area, on the second storey of the Casa Grande.
The two storey Casita faces the Casa Grande across the pebbled courtyard. The two houses are further integrated by traditional pillared walkways. |