Xpu-Ha Jungle Retreat in Rancho San Lorenzo with Private Cenote Cave
Description
Some properties are bought.
Others are discovered.
Hidden in the jungle of Rancho San Lorenzo, near Xpu-Ha and just minutes from Puerto Aventuras, this rare off-grid estate feels like something you would normally only hear about after it was already sold.
Set on approx. 9,400 m2 of Mayan jungle, this private retreat includes two solar-powered homes, upgraded off-grid infrastructure, and something almost impossible to replace: your own private cenote cave.
This is not a normal house listing.
It is a jungle sanctuary, a family compound, a creative eco-retreat, and a long-term Riviera Maya land investment all in one.
A Private Jungle World Near the Coast
The magic of this property is the balance.
You feel completely tucked away in nature, surrounded by trees, birds, warm jungle air, and privacy.
But you are not isolated.
Puerto Aventuras, with its marina, beach, restaurants, golf, shops, school, and gated-community lifestyle, is only about 5 minutes away. Xpu-Ha Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the Riviera Maya, is nearby. Akumal, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, and Cancun International Airport are all within comfortable reach.
You can wake up in the jungle, walk your land, explore your own cenote cave, and still be having dinner by the marina or swimming in the Caribbean the same day.
That combination is rare.
Two Solar-Powered Homes Included
The property includes two fully equipped solar-powered homes.
Each home offers its own kitchen, bedrooms, bathroom, and living space, giving the property immediate flexibility for different uses.
One home has been renovated and is ready to enjoy, while the second needs some TLC, making it ideal for a guesthouse, rental unit, caretaker space, family cabin, or future creative project.
For buyers who want a private compound, this setup is already well on its way.
For buyers thinking in terms of retreat hosting, eco-rentals, Airbnb, wellness stays, or long-term guest use, the property gives you a strong starting point without needing to begin from raw jungle.
Private Cenote Cave
This is the feature people remember.
Tucked into the property is a private cenote cave, creating a one-of-a-kind natural element that cannot be duplicated.
It adds mystery, magic, and real emotional value to the land.
Whether used as a private meditation space, a natural attraction for guests, a retreat feature, or simply something to preserve and enjoy, the cenote cave gives this property a story that most Riviera Maya jungle homes simply do not have.
Properties with this kind of natural feature are not common, especially this close to Puerto Aventuras and Xpu-Ha.
Upgraded Off-Grid Infrastructure
The sellers recently invested approximately $11,000 USD into a new Victron solar inverter and battery system, adding meaningful value to the property’s off-grid setup.
The property also includes solar panels, water system, septic infrastructure, and the existing systems needed for independent jungle living.
For buyers specifically looking for an off-grid lifestyle in the Riviera Maya, this matters.
You are not just buying land and imagining infrastructure. Much of the practical foundation is already in place.
Room to Create
Beyond the existing homes and cenote cave, the land offers additional cleared space for future ideas.
Depending on your vision and due diligence, this could include:
- Additional cabins
- Guest casitas
- Yoga palapa
- Gardens
- Outdoor kitchen or communal dining area
- Retreat infrastructure
- Caretaker or staff space
- Nature trails
- Creative rental concepts
With no HOA and no restrictive community rules, buyers have more freedom to shape the property around their own lifestyle or business vision.
As always, any future construction, rental operation, subdivision, or commercial use should be verified with the appropriate professionals during due diligence.
Ideal Uses
This property may be a strong fit for buyers looking for:
- Private family jungle compound
- Off-grid home near Xpu-Ha and Puerto Aventuras
- Eco-retreat or wellness retreat concept
- Airbnb or guest rental property
- Long-term Riviera Maya land hold
- Nature-focused lifestyle property
- Creative retreat space
- Private sanctuary with room to grow
It has enough infrastructure to enjoy now, enough land to dream bigger, and enough natural beauty to make the property feel truly special.
Location Advantages
The property is located in Rancho San Lorenzo, near Xpu-Ha, in the Puerto Aventuras area of the Riviera Maya.
Approximate distances:
- 5 minutes to Puerto Aventuras
- Minutes to Xpu-Ha Beach
- 15 minutes to Akumal
- 25 minutes to Tulum
- 60 minutes to Cancun International Airport
- Easy access to beaches, cenotes, restaurants, marina, golf, shopping, and local services
This is the kind of location that gives you jungle privacy without disconnecting you from the coast.
Property Highlights
- Approx. 9,400 m2 of jungle land
- Private cenote cave
- Two solar-powered homes
- One renovated home plus second home with improvement potential
- New Victron solar inverter and battery system recently installed
- Solar panels
- Water system
- Septic infrastructure
- Off-grid lifestyle setup
- Additional cleared area for future builds or retreat use
- No HOA
- No restrictive community rules
- Minutes to Puerto Aventuras and Xpu-Ha Beach
- Strong potential as private compound, eco-retreat, or income property
A Rare Riviera Maya Jungle Opportunity
This property should not be buried under generic search terms.
It is a private jungle retreat in Rancho San Lorenzo, near Xpu-Ha and Puerto Aventuras, with two homes, upgraded solar infrastructure, and a private cenote cave.
That is the story.
And it is exactly the kind of property buyers dream about when they imagine doing something different in Mexico.
Interested?
Contact Mexico Real Estate Solutions for the full brochure, video, private tour information, and details on this Xpu-Ha / Rancho San Lorenzo jungle retreat with private cenote cave.
Mexico Real Estate Solutions
WhatsApp: +52 984 240 9221
https://mexicorealestatesolutions.com
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Location
Overview
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ID 9221
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Type Jungle Properties, Land
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Bedrooms 2
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Bathrooms 2
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Size 1,721 SqFt
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Land Size 101,144 SqFt
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Year Built 2013
Details
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Property ID 9221
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Price Reduced! $399,000
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Property Type Jungle Properties, Land
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Property Status For Sale
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Rooms 5
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Bedrooms 2
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Bathrooms 2
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Year Built 2013
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Size 1,721 SqFt
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Land area 101,144 SqFt