Home for Sale in Todos Santos, Baja

Posted on November 24, 2011 by mikebrozda

Walk to Beach from Spectacular Ocean, Mountain and Desert View Home

Imagine sitting in bed watching whales spout and spyhop. Or enjoy appetizers at sunset from your second story kitchen and deck while you check the waves at world-famous La Pastora surf break.

Enjoy ocean views from downstairs bedroom and den. Watch whales and waves from upstairs kitchen and deck.

This colorful, well-designed home is perfect either as a residence or getaway vacation destination for a couple or small family.

The house features:

  • 80 square meter (720 square foot) interior space
  • 700 square feet of outdoor patios and decks
  • 1 bedroom, 1 bath
  • Quarter-acre fenced lot
  • New air conditioning system downstairs
  • New 5000 liter in-ground freshwater storage tank
  • Beautiful garden courtyard with Mexican tiled fountain
  • Connected to city power and water
  • Appliances included: stove, microwave, new refrigerator

Recent upgrades include:

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Money-saving Ejido (agricultural) water system for landscaping
  • Drip irrigation to all plants
  • New septic system
  • Fresh paint inside and out
  • Price: $189,500 USD
  • Further Information from the US, dial direct toll-free: (831) 454-9365
  • From Mexico, dial (612) 147-7550

Spectacular views from second story deck.

 A Relaxing Lifestyle

Penny and I fell in love with this home as a vacation getaway more than seven years ago. Recently, we retired and moved to Todos Santos as full time residents. We’re completing a new, larger house, so we’re putting our much-loved vacation home on the market.

Todos Santos is a community of about 6000 people located on the Pacific side of Baja California Sur. It’s reachable via an easy 2-hour flight from Los Angeles or San Diego. There are two nearby airports. Cabo San Lucas is about a 90 minute drive to the south. La Paz is about a 75 minute drive to the north.

Todos Santos draws, artists, writers, surfers, crafstmen and nature lovers from all over the world.

The town has been designated by the Mexican government as the only “Pueblo Magico”  (Magical town) in all of Baja for its unique combination of history, art and natural beauty.

Things to Do and See in Southern Baja

Nearby activities in or around Todos Santos include:

  • Surfing
  • Deep-sea fishing
  • Sea kayaking
  • Stand-up paddleboarding
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling and SCUBA diving
  • Nature touring
  • Mountain biking
  • Golf
  • Horseback riding
  • Fine dining at many great restaurants in town

Bedroom with sitting area features ocean views

November through March is the height of whale watching season, when mothers travel to the warm waters to birth calves. Sea turtles also nest during the winter months, and you can participate in programs to release newly hatched eggs for their first swim.

Relax in the cool shady fountain courtyard garden

 

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Baja’s Sea of Cortez Among “World’s Most Beautiful Cruises”

Posted on June 22, 2011 by mikebrozda

CNN Rates Sea of Cortez as “Top Ten” World Cruising Destinations

Alaska…The Galapagos Islands…Madagascar….Australia are just some of the other destinations in CNN’s short list of “The World’s Most Scenic Cruising Destinations.”

And for sheer breathtaking beauty, Baja California’s Sea of Cortez shares a spot in the venerable news organization’s short list. The Sea of Cortez features fantastic diving and snorkeling, kayaking, turquoise waters lapping at deserted beaches, and world-class fishing.

Depending on the season, the Sea of Cortez also offers windsurfing, kiteboarding, standup paddleboarding and surfing. Throughout the year, wildlife is abundant and varied.

Sculpture lines the Boardwalk in La Paz, Baja California, Mexico, which lies on the Sea of Cortez. Clear, warm waters and unique wildlife make the Sea of Cortez a top cruising destination.

 

Tips for Cruising the Sea of Cortez on the Cheap

CNN’s article covers a weeklong cruise starting at about US $5200 per person. But for about $50 to $75 per person, you can enjoy a fun daylong minicruise. Here’s how to do it.

From downtown La Paz, you can catch a panga (25-foot long open motorboat) that will take you on a 45 minute trip to Espiritu Santo Island. The island has beautiful white sandy beaches, rocky headlands and islands with colonies of seals and sea lions, as well as amazing birdlife. The mini cruises usually feature lunches (sandwiches and soft drinks).

You can arrange a same-day trip to the island, or book a day or two in advance with a boat operator. A bit of friendly negotiation on price is expected.

For the complete CNN article about the world’s top cruising destinations, click on the link below.

http://www.cnn.com/2011/TRAVEL/06/22/most.scenic.cruises.tl/index.html?&hpt=hp_c2

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