For those looking for a different sort of Los Cabos, the East Cape is simply incomparable.
Often referred to as Old Baja, this region is on the eastern coast of Baja Sur, very close to the city of La Paz. The East Cape encompasses more than 100 km of some of the most beautiful and pristine beaches Baja has to offer. Access to these secluded spots is difficult, resulting in the area being sparsely populated – a sharp contrast to the cities of San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas.
As one drives through the East Cape, small collections of beach dwellings ranging from humble cottages to impressive villas discreetly enter the scene.
Living in the East Cape is a statement, a redefinition of luxury. It is a lifestyle of less. Usually, these beach homes are off-grid, powered by solar and supplied with trucked-in water. Vehicles of choice are off-road quads and four-wheel drive Jeeps. Small mom-and-pop convenience stores and roadside restaurants punctuate the roads offering refreshments.
A drive on the Old East Cape Highway will definitely be one of the most memorable experiences of your time in Mexico. Along the highway are the towns of Miraflores, Santiago, La Ribera, Los Barriles and El Cardonal. These established towns have some of the most productive organic farms in Baja Sur. La Ribera, Cabo Pulmo, and Los Barriles are well-known for sportfishing, wind sports, scuba diving, and off-roading. Additional sights include hot springs, an old Spanish mission and the Tropic of Cancer landmark.
If your visit to the East Cape leaves you yearning for the kind of Baja lifestyle, then there are many real estate opportunities waiting for you. It is an unparalleled time for buyers to find the perfect location at the East Cape to meet their needs.
