Rancho El Salto: Villa with Private Pool and Waterfall Views in Veracruz
Summary: Experience nature at its best in this beautiful retreat overlooking a waterfall. Nestled within a working coffee farm, the ranch offers the chance to learn about coffee harvesting and processing firsthand. A perfect place to rest, explore nature, and reconnect with the simple pleasures of life — with the comforts of a fully equipped home and stunning views of a waterfall.
The Space: This unique ranch offers 4 cozy bedrooms with fans and fresh linens. The master suite features an indoor fireplace, private sitting area, and a tub for long, relaxing baths. Three bedrooms include smart TVs.
The property also includes: A TV room with sofa, dining nook, and entertainment games (backgammon, dominoes, cards, dice). A guest bathroom. A large living and dining area with two fireplaces that opens onto a wide terrace. The terrace has a second dining area, sun loungers, and panoramic views of the coffee farms and surrounding forest.
Outdoors, enjoy a spacious garden, swimming pool with umbrella, jacuzzi, 6 loungers, and a table for 4. The property also features a service room with bunk beds, laundry room, stables with horses, and a chicken coop.
Guest Access: Guests have full access to the house, pool, garden, and coffee fields. Horseback rides or visits to the chicken coop can be arranged with prior notice.
The Neighborhood: The ranch is perfectly located for guests who want to explore the cultural and natural richness of Veracruz. Within a short drive, you’ll find:
Charming Towns (Pueblos Mágicos): • Naolinco – 40 min (famous for leather goods and traditional sweets) • Coatepec – 1 hr (renowned for coffee culture) • Xico – 1.5 hrs (cobblestone streets, waterfalls, and mole) • Tlacotalpan – 3 hrs (UNESCO World Heritage Site by the Papaloapan River)
Ecotourism & Nature: • Xico Waterfalls – 1.5 hrs • Whitewater Rafting in Jalcomulco – 1.5 hrs • Catemaco – 4 hrs (jungle, lakes, and traditional healing culture)
Culture & History: • Xalapa – 1 hr (museums, parks, and colonial charm) • Veracruz City – 2 hrs (beaches, fort, aquarium, and port history) • Hacienda El Lencero – 1 hr (19th-century estate and gardens)
Archaeological Sites: • El Tajín – 3.5 hrs (Totonac pyramids and UNESCO World Heritage site)
Getting Around: The ranch is easily accessible by car and makes a great base for exploring central Veracruz.
4 hours from Mexico City 2 hours from Veracruz City 2 hours from Puebla 1 hour from Xalapa
Nearest airports: • Veracruz International Airport (2 hrs) • Puebla International Airport (2 hrs)
We recommend arriving by car to fully enjoy the surrounding towns, nature spots, and cultural landmarks.