A perfect destination for groups of six to sixteen who want to connect with nature and each other in joyous surroundings. A giant hand-crafted stone kitchen and pool serve as the social center of this group destination. Nestled just off the Transpeninsular highway that connects Cabo to La Paz through the Sierra Laguna mountains, San Bartolo is a rural stop along the way. Tiendas along the street sell empanadas, tamales and the regional dulces that the area is known for.
Just down our driveway, the orchard opens into 2.5 hectares, roughly 5 acres, of towering fruit and rare Baja shade. The canopy of this mature fruit orchard that has sustained the regional sweet business for generations provides the backdrop for your cozy accommodations. Our canvas wall and bell tents with comfortable beds and bedding are well-spaced throughout the orchard and all have two comfy Adirondack chairs in front. Additionally, three indoor sleeping quarters are available for guests.
The orchard is home to towering mango, avocado, grapefruit, orange and guava trees, along with plantain, bamboo, coffee, lemon and lime. You are free to use whatever is in season. The site is rented in its entirety, so think of it as your own personal Eden for the duration of your stay.
Accommodations include 5 canvas glamping tents, an indoor apartment with a queen-sized bed, 'the bodega' with two twin beds, and a stone bedroom with one double bed.
The apartment has a private complete bathroom, tent guests have a compost bathroom and a natural stone sink nearby. All guests have access to two showers; one outdoor shower under a grapefruit tree, and one indoor shower in one of our gorgeous hand-crafted stone buildings.
There is a lot of space to wander and reflect, write, gather, and enjoy the towering canopy of trees. This is a perfect destination for retreats, health, wellness, and art groups as well as groups of family or friends. A large tiled rooftop provides ample space for yoga, sun worship, or mountain or star gazing.
We are located in Baja Sur, just 15 minutes from the popular beach destination Los Barrilles, up in the mountain valley, which is filled with wild orchards.
Guests can stay on the property all day and enjoy leisure time around the pool, or wander further afield to access beaches on the East Cape or schedule nearby horseback rides, ATV rentals and other adventures. The towns of El Triunfo, Santiago, Todos Santos and La Ventana are all within an hours drive.
The property backs onto the San Bartolo arroyo, with an exit gate so that guests can walk out and up into the mountains as they wish. Water runs in the San Bartolo arroyo year round, fed from the nearby natural spring "El Ojo de Agua" or 'the eye of the water'. Guests can enjoy making their own creations in the kitchen, which is well-stocked with cooking supplies, or buy sweets, tamales, and empanadas from the vendors on the street, just a short walk up the driveway.
Cows wander up our arroyo, and the soundscape is often their clanging bells, roosters and birdsong. The orchard is quiet and reflective, but the village is active, and joyful Mexican life can be heard all around.
The stone cocina and pool are hand-crafted by artisans who live nearby and work on the property. The insulating stone allows us to heat or cool our pool for your comfort. The natural beauty of this location cannot be missed, and we are happy to help organize your perfect stay. We'd love to host your group!