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El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Massages in spa

Explore the area

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Ensenada, BCN
  • Place, Crown Rock
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puntos Sueños
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Escondido
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Castillo Suite

1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Ocean View

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Ocean View Suite

1 Queen Bed

Truck Stop

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa

This eco-property is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, Bajilla de Paplotes (Kites Bay) and La Bufadora! Minutes from the front door are myriad hiking trails, tidal pools for snorkeling and swimming, a secluded beach at Crocodile Cove, as well as the the marine geyser and local market in the town of La Bufadora. You can even book a gastro-wine tour of the Guadalupe Wine Valley which is just an hour away or go dancing in downtown Ensenada which is 45 minutes away.

The properties at Baja Off the Grid are 100% solar powered and self contained with their own water and gas on site. We do have a back up propane generator for those cloudy days. That being said, our resources are precious and limited so we ask that all of our guests be mindful and conserve when possible. This entails: shorter showers, unplugging devices at night, flushing less, and connecting to our beautiful natural surroundings.

There are 3 properties at Baja Off the Grid. El Rancho Del Mar (listing #1102341), El Castillo Del Mar (listing #848729), and La Casa Del Mar (lsiting #1089684). Each property has its own PRIVATE entrance, balcony/deck, fire pit, kitchen, and living/sleeping areas. The properties can be rented separately or together depending on group size and availability. We can accommodate groups as large as 36.

Minutes from the property are:
Hiking Trails
Tidal pools for swimming
Rock climbing
Ocean cliffs & caves
Great fishing and mussel collecting
Ocean geysers
The town of La Bufadora
Crocodile Cove secluded beach
Puerto Escondido secluded beach and caves
Ocean Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Beachside horseback at Punta Banda beach
Hot Springs
La Jolla Beach Camp
Las Cañadas adventure park with wave pools and ziplining

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO: blow dryers, curling irons, toasters, microwaves, coffee makers, or other appliances that heat up. *We have french presses & pour over coffee pots
Water Conservation is a must at Baja Off the Grid. All of our water must be shipped in, so we ask guests to take shorter showers and flush less.
You MUST ENJOY yourselves. This is a magical place that few people know about so please make the most out of your time while you are here with us.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cabo Punta Banda

Located in Cabo Punta Banda, this villa is in the city centre and by the ocean. Las Cañadas and Ensenada International Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Caracol Museum and State Center for the Arts. Riviera Cultural Center and Antigua Aduana Maritima Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Ensenada, BCN

What's nearby

  • Crown Rock - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Puntos Sueños - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Puerto Escondido - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • La Bufadora Overlook - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 49 min drive - 42.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lidia's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Bufadora Restaurante Blanquita - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Almejas Gratinadas Doña Chuy - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Habana Banana - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sharky’s Bar - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa on 8 May 2026 start from NZ$324, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is El Rancho Del Mar @ Baja Off the Grid: A Premiere Eco Adventure Resort & Villa located?

Located in the heart of Cabo Punta Banda, this villa is steps away from Puntos Sueños, Crown Rock and Poseidon's Pool. Puerto Escondido and Crocodile Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Marcos L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and Serene

It was even more beautiful than expected. The property was in great condition with everything we needed. Opening the patio doors directly to the cliffs and ocean was breathtaking. Falling asleep to the sound of waves crashing on the cliffs was even more relaxing. The owner did a great job summarizing what to bring/not to bring and what to expect. I would absolutely recommend and will come back to get off the grid and disconnect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesus F.

Best place I have stayed!!

Very nice place and awesome location. This property is just like they show it in the pictures... clean and very well kept. Every member of my family loved it. There were 21 of us and the place never felt crowded because of the large living room and dining area. Alex and his mom are very nice and are great hosts, very attentive and friendly. We all had a great time and would definitely recommend it. Thank you Igor, Alex and Mom.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Allen L.

The property was amazing and very well kept. We all had a great time.

The property was very well decorated and extremely comfortable. We all had a great time. The views are breathtaking and the area was everything we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Joelle N.

Already thinking about our return!

What an amazing location! People said, “You’re driving to Mexico?” Yes and it was safe and beautiful and I would do it again. (Only downside to driving is the costly MX liability insurance) The house was exactly as pictured, clean and comfortable with the most spectacular views. Plenty of opportunities to hike and see the local flora and fauna, it left us breathless. Experienced many unforgettable memories while kayaking in the La Bufadora cove, visiting some local tamale & taco stands, Sharkey’s, Mama Bears and Punta Banda beach. We also had the pleasure of meeting Igor and Nina and they are absolutely lovely. Thanks for sharing your spot! We LOVED living off the grid!
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10/10 Excellent

Igor O.

Gorgeous View!!!

This property was amazing for my birthday! It's right on the cliff overlooking the sea and my friends and I loved sitting by the firepit watching the sunset every night. In addition there are great tidal pools for swimming right out the front door and an awesome private beach just minutes from the house. We also walked to the town of La Bufadora to grab grilled clams and souvenirs. There were 16 of us and we never felt on top of each other. This is the perfect birthday/friend/get together nature adventure spot. We can't wait to come back!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2020
We loved having you guys! You really got into the off the grid vibe of the property. Please come down and visit us again.

About the host

Hosted by Igor

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My name is Igor and I am the Golden Keys Concierge at Baja Off the Grid. My family has been taking care of this amazing property for over 10 years.

Why they chose this property

This property is one of a kind. You are isolated on a horn in the middle of the ocean separate from everyone and everything. The sound and site of the ocean crashing over the tidal pools under the property is simply hypnotic.

You can hike myriad trails just moments from our front door and see everything from glow in the dark jellyfish, to grey whales, or even a road runner or pelican.

What makes this property unique

This a remote OFF THE GRID eco resort with the luxury of everyday conveniences and appliances as well as services like massage, yoga, guided excursions. We also have a general store and onsite chef to accommodate your every need.

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