Awe, that blissful feeling you get when you arrive, is tangible. We found this oasis in the desert many years ago when they first opened. In those days they had only four suites, each a corner upstairs unit in the grand villa. It was immediately apparent this was not your ordinary small hotel, but a rare jewel in a magical location. It is far enough outside of Todos Santos to feel remote, but close enough to town for exploring the wonderful restaurants, shops, art galleries and natural wonders of the Pueblo Magico that is Todos Santos.
Who designed and created this amazing property? Matt and Jessica Canepa did when they decided to quit the corporate life, move to Southern Baja and start a small hotel and raise a family. They slowly grew their business and added more rooms. Currently, there are 15 separate units, a lovely restaurant, the organic farm, the renovated pool area, walking paths through the farm, a double decked palapa, outdoor dining and meeting areas and plans for further expansion. The addition of The Green Room restaurant 3 years ago allows the public to get a taste for the magic of this location while watching the sun setting over the blue Pacific. This toes in the sand restaurant has a casual atmosphere with an intimate selection of tasty seafood specializing in tostadas and gourmet tacos. Be sure to make reservations and stay for the nightly show of watching the sunset over the Pacific.
For fun, you have a surf break a few steps away, whale watching, stand up paddling, fishing, off-roading, beach combing, yoga in the palapa and many other activities that change with the seasons.
At Villa Santa Cruz the staff is obviously well-trained well and well taken care of, you can see their enthusiasm for the place is apparent. That glowing smile is shared by the lucky guests who have discovered this hotel and by those who have joined their team of employees.
All the little details that make this an award-winning hotel are thoughtfully planned. Is it the coffee service where you have french pressed coffee with fresh muffins delivered to your suite, or the delicious complimentary breakfast made to order and served in your villa, poolside, or on one of the numerous verandas? Perhaps it is the frozen fruits balls that are timed perfectly as you sunbath. The tastiest welcome margarita? Or is it the sweet treat that mysteriously appears each night before they light your private beach fire? What ever it is, the attention to detail and the genuine laughter of everyone in attendance just elevates the experience.
On this stay, we splurged and reserved the tented oceanfront suite Estrella. As you can see, these are glamorous tents that could easily be found in a high-end Safari. They are so close to the beach, you will sleep like a happy baby to the sounds of the surf and the softness of the beds. The generous en-suite baths feature bodets, twin sinks, luxurious shower and a custom soaking tub. The outdoor terrace has overhanging eaves for shade with room for dining for two, lounge chairs and a wide hammock. The cute picket gate leads directly to the private fire pit and only steps to the lovely stretch of beach. We did not see anyone else on the beach the whole stay except for an occasional fishing panga zipping past.
The Bodega Suites are adjacent to the pool area and feature generously sized bedrooms, a sitting area and a large ocean view veranda. Each en-suite bath has twin sinks and is comfortable and fully stocked. Privacy is a key design element. Here you feel in tune with the flow of the surf and the pace of the lazy days and the gentle ocean breezes.
The North Villa is a perfect option for those friends and families that want to share this roomy three bedroom home. It sleeps three couples complete with living room and kitchen downstairs with one master suite and two separate additional suites with private balconies upstairs plus a roof deck.
For those seeking the perfect wedding destination, look no further. They have perfected the whole process and will continue to specialize in custom catering and groups. The future looks bright with the plans of some more roomy bungalows, a fine dining restaurant, a spa, a pond, bocce ball court with even a lawn crochet court.
So whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic getaway, a connoisseur of boutique nature-based hotels or a group looking for an intimate wedding destination, Villa Santa Cruz in Todos Santos is the perfect legendary choice.
And this concludes our video on Villa Santa Cruz.
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