LAKEFRONT property.
a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity.
WhatsApp: +50249116650 Email: info@ha.gt
From the terraces and living spaces, the lake stretches out wide and silent, framed by the volcanoes and changing light of Atitlán. In the mornings, there is birdsong, mist over the water, and the sound of small waves touching the shore. The private dock sits directly at the lake, inviting long swims, quiet afternoons, or simply watching the sky change colors at sunset.
Both apartments open naturally with large windows toward the lake with views in every direction.
The house needs care. The garden is wild. Some parts ask for restoration and attention. But this is exactly what gives the property its rare character. It feels less like a modern villa and more like an old lakeside estate in the South of France or Northern Italy, slightly faded, romantic, hidden beneath greenery, full of stories and possibility.
Interior Features
The home’s interior blends natural materials with a bright, open layout that takes full advantage of its surroundings and of course of Lago de Atitlan. Large windows, a beautifully wooden ceiling, and original terracotta floor tiles, weathered with a charming patina, create a warm but bright, character-rich atmosphere with a distinctly rustic aesthetic. A cozy living area with a tasteful artistic touch and a fireplace in the upper apartment complete the space, offering comfort and timeless appeal.
Begin your day with the golden morning light streaming through the south-facing windows, a cup of rich Guatemalan coffee in hand, surrounded by the stillness of the highlands, where ancient volcanoes, living Maya culture, and the timeless beauty of Lake Atitlán create a truly unique sense of place.
the upper appartment
The kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly from the living space, sharing an open layout and natural materials. Large windows fill the room with light and offer views of the garden, surrounding nature, and the waters of Lake Atitlán, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen is simple but well suited for everyday living. From the main living area, the upper apartment opens onto a beautiful lakeside balcony overlooking the water and volcanoes — a quiet place for morning coffee, reading, long conversations, or simply watching the changing light move across the lake throughout the day.
Kitchen & Dining
The kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly from the living space, sharing an open layout and natural materials. Large windows fill the room with light and offer garden, nature and lake views, creating a bright and welcoming vibe. The kitchen is simple but enough for everyday use.
- simple Gas stove
- Refrigerator
- Generously sized dining table
Bedroom
The open architectural concept continues seamlessly into the sleeping area, where the bedroom becomes part of the overall living atmosphere rather than a separate enclosed space. The bed is thoughtfully integrated into the design of the living and kitchen areas, creating a fluid and relaxed connection between comfort, daily life, and the surrounding nature. Large openings, natural light, and the close presence of the lake give the spaces an airy and almost meditative character, less like a conventional apartment and more like a quiet lakeside retreat designed for slow living and simplicity..
Bathrooms
The bathroom of the upper apartment reflects the same old Atitlán character and artistic spirit found throughout the property. Long and narrow in its layout, the space feels almost untouched by modern trends, with colorful details, aged materials, and a quiet sense of individuality that gives it a distinctly vintage atmosphere.
Soft light filters through old glass-block windows in shades of green, yellow, and translucent white, casting changing reflections across the blue walls throughout the day. A large mirror expands the space visually, while the dark red sink and toilet add to the room’s unusual and expressive palette.
The bathroom includes a shower, sink, and toilet and would benefit from renovation and modernization, yet even in its current state it carries a certain charm.
the lower appartment
The lower apartment follows the same warm and organic architectural language as the rest of the property. Kitchen and living area flow together as one open space, creating a relaxed atmosphere shaped by natural light, handcrafted details, and constant visual connection to the lake and surrounding greenery.
Large arched windows frame the trees, water, and changing light of Lake Atitlán almost like living paintings. Throughout the day, sunlight moves softly through the rooms, giving the apartment a calm and timeless character that feels both artistic and deeply connected to nature.
Unlike the more open sleeping concept of the upper apartment, the lower unit features one separate bedroom, offering additional privacy while still maintaining the airy lakeside atmosphere of the house. Curved architectural lines, and the slightly weathered elegance of the interiors create the feeling of an older Mediterranean lakeside villa: romantic, quiet, and full of soul rather than polished perfection.
This is not modern minimalism. It is a place with texture, warmth, patina, and atmosphere. The kind of space that stays in people’s memory long after they leave.
Outdoor Living
Set within a partly fenced garden featuring a variety of fruit trees and colorful native plants, the home and garden offers privacy and an inspiring, view of Lake Atitlán and the surrounding volcanoes.
At the southern edge of the property, the private dock extends quietly into the waters of Lake Atitlán, with uninterrupted views across the lake and surrounding volcanoes. It is a peaceful, unspoiled corner where water, light, and silence seem to merge into one atmosphere. Small waves touch the shoreline, birds drift through the trees, and the changing colors of the lake shape the rhythm of the day. The lake feels close here — impossibly close — and even a short moment by the water becomes grounding, calm, and unforgettable.
the "tea house"
Like a small lakeside structure suspended in a kind of Sleeping Beauty slumber, the tea house remains quietly untouched by modernity, full of atmosphere, memory, and possibility.
The structure is simple and in need of substantial restoration, yet its charm lies precisely in its rawness and authenticity. A single room with old wooden floors opens toward breathtaking panoramic views across the water, while the small balcony-like terrace, framed only by a simple railing, seems suspended above the landscape.
Weathered by time, surrounded by greenery, and touched by the quiet patina of age, the tea house carries the feeling of an old artist’s retreat or a hidden lookout from another era. It is not a finished guest house or polished studio, it is a place of imagination and possibility.
With vision and careful restoration, this small structure could become an extraordinary reading room, meditation space, writing studio, private guest retreat, or one of the most atmospheric corners of the entire property.
Even in its current state, there is something unforgettable about it:
the silence, the elevation above the lake, the wooden floors beneath your feet, and the immense open view stretching endlessly across the water and volcanoes.
Contact me
Telephone: +50249116650 (Whatsapp call or message)
E-Mail: info@ha.gt
Address: Jaibalito, Santa Cruz La Laguna, Sololá