A Country Escape, Just Minutes from San Miguel
Luxury ranch living meets cultural vibrancy at Rancho Sol Dorado by Querencia—a new kind of home away from home in the heart of Mexico.
There’s a particular kind of magic in San Miguel de Allende—the way the late-afternoon light washes over pink stone facades, the sound of distant church bells mixing with café chatter, the air perfumed by jacaranda blooms. It’s the sort of village life we dream of here at Sunset, but it’s an achievable reality for those fortunate enough to be looking to buy a home away from home.
Less than 15 minutes beyond the cobblestone streets of this romantic UNESCO World Heritage city, a new kind of retreat is taking shape: Rancho Sol Dorado by Querencia, a private ranch community where wideopen spaces and refined design create the ultimate multigenerational escape. But this isn’t just another luxury development: Its roots are familial. Holly Houston-Ortiz and her husband, Mario Ortiz bought the land twenty-two years ago to create a refined way of living that they could enjoy with their family and share with others.
Set on 120 pastoral acres, Rancho Sol Dorado offers a rare opportunity to experience the grounding rhythm of country living—without giving up easy access to San Miguel’s world-class restaurants, art galleries, and festivals. With just 51 homesites, each spanning over 1.25 acres, this master-planned community is intentionally designed not as a dense development, but as a community rooted in the land of one of the most desirable locations in Mexico.
Less than 15 minutes beyond the cobblestone streets of this romantic UNESCO World Heritage city, a new kind of retreat is taking shape: Rancho Sol Dorado by Querencia, a private ranch community where wideopen spaces and refined design create the ultimate multigenerational escape. But this isn’t just another luxury development: Its roots are familial. Holly Houston-Ortiz and her husband, Mario Ortiz bought the land twenty-two years ago to create a refined way of living that they could enjoy with their family and share with others.
Set on 120 pastoral acres, Rancho Sol Dorado offers a rare opportunity to experience the grounding rhythm of country living—without giving up easy access to San Miguel’s world-class restaurants, art galleries, and festivals. With just 51 homesites, each spanning over 1.25 acres, this master-planned community is intentionally designed not as a dense development, but as a community rooted in the land of one of the most desirable locations in Mexico.
Iconic & Accessible: A New Chapter for San Miguel Living
Rancho Sol Dorado by Querencia sits at the intersection of old-world romance and modern vision. For decades, San Miguel has attracted creative souls and cosmopolitan travelers who fall in love with its culture and sense of place. Rancho Sol Dorado takes that pull one step further, offering discerning homeowners the chance to plant deeper roots.
This is a community designed for people who want more than a vacation house: They want a sanctuary in the countryside they can return to again and again. With expansive lots and ample breathing room, each property offers the freedom to design a home that reflects both the surrounding landscape and the owner’s lifestyle. This is a retreat that will evolve gracefully alongside San Miguel’s vibrant growth.
Ranch Life, Reimagined
At the heart of Rancho Sol Dorado is the equestrian life. Residents can saddle up and ride along miles of trails that weave through mesquite groves and lavender gardens or simply watch the herd graze against a backdrop of wide skies and distant mountains. For many, horses are the key to slowing down and connecting to nature, and here, that connection is built into daily life.
Beyond riding, the ranch will offer abundant ways to experience the land: hiking, biking, and wandering along cobblestone streets. It’s a secure place where kids can run free, grandparents can reconnect with nature, and families can gather in a setting that feels timeless and restorative.
Design That Honors
Nature
Every element at Rancho Sol Dorado by Querencia is crafted with intention. Generous lots allow for homes that seamlessly blend modern architecture with natural beauty. Think circular windows framing the morning light; shaded balconies tucked beneath century-old mesquite trees, and interiors that open up to the landscape. It’s a contemporary take on the traditional hacienda aesthetic—ranch-inspired yet refined, luxurious yet grounded.
Walking through the property, the effect is one of subtle elegance: gardens inviting quiet reflection, hand-laid brick pathways echoing old Mexico, and views stretching uninterrupted toward the horizon. This is luxury living that respects its surroundings rather than overpowering them.
A Multigenerational Retreat for All
What sets Rancho Sol Dorado apart is the heartbeat of the community–the Club. Here, generations play, dine, share experiences, and make memories. Grandparents can walk the trails, take an early morning swim in the heated pool, or enjoy a game on the outdoor racquet courts. Parents can ride horses at dawn, practice morning yoga, or take a family bike ride. Kids can roam safely across acres of open land, making friends with the goats or taking riding lessons—making memories that stick. This is the rare kind of place where everyone in the family finds their own rhythm, together and apart—and meets back up together for a meal at Sol Dorado, the Club’s restaurant.
And when you want the buzz of town life, San Miguel de Allende is just down the road. Morning massage at the spa, lunch in the garden, a quick ten-minute drive to an art opening or dinner in town—it’s the perfect balance of serenity and vibrancy.
Experience It for Yourself
The best way to understand Rancho Sol Dorado is to visit. Prospective homeowners are invited to come spend a day at the ranch, meet the horses, walk the trails, and experience the tranquil luxury that defines this place. With limited lots and growing interest, this is the moment to imagine your own home away from home in Mexico’s most enchanting region.
Rancho Sol Dorado isn’t just another development. It’s a thoughtfully envisioned private ranch community and club—a place to gather, reset, and create something lasting. Whether you’re dreaming of a traditional hacienda retreat, a sleek modern ranch, or a multigenerational compound where family comes together, Rancho Sol Dorado offers the canvas. The land, the light, and the lifestyle are already here.
