Quinta Aruanda
This is a Boondockers Welcome host in Santiago, NLE
Hosted By
livingboondockingmexico
Max Rig Size
< 25 (ft)
Parking Spaces
1
Max Nights Per Stay
2
Same Day Requests
No
Santiago is a pueblo magico 45 minutes from the city of Monterrey. In Monterrey plenty of sights to see, museums, riverwalk, parks, public transportation should you not want to drive into the city to tour. In Santiago, a colonial town, with local cuisine, lake, waterfalls, and mountain drives. A 45-minute drive will take you up to 6000 ft. We are good hosts and like to show people around. Suggested Local Attractions:In Santiago, Cola de Caballo (Horsetail Falls), Los Cavazos for souvenirs, local food specialties, ecotourism with day trips through the rivers and caverns in the mountains. In Monterrey, Marco Museum, Fundidora Park with bike rentals, Santa Lucia Riverwalk, history and art museums and the Macroplaza (city park that runs the length of downtown with a city theater, Mexican and International restaurants, bars, and shopping.
Vehicle Suitability Information
Pets Welcome
Water Hookup
Separate Tow Vehicle Parking
Offleash Area for Pets
Electric Hookup: 30A
Wifi
Slideouts Allowed
Outdoor Cooking Allowed
House Rules
From the border (Nuevo Laredo or Reynosa) is approx 3 hours. We will offer maps with pictures and if need be, meet you somewhere and guide you in. No need for a generator as we have a 30 amp hookup. Swimming pool and palapa, you can use your grill or eat with us. No need to be in a hurry. It's the first day of travel into Mexico and a well-deserved rest will be needed after doing paperwork at the border, etc. No loud music, respect your host and we will respect our guests. We're a fun bunch and we like to have a happy hour.
Location
Access Road Conditions: Undeveloped road, approx 600 meters long from the highway to gate. We can accommodate a Class B, 25ft or less travel trailer or truck camper. Our rig is an SUV and a 24ft travel trailer and I fit in and out beautifully. Tow Vehicle Parking Details: Gate and road allow access for a tow vehicle such as an SUV or pickup plus a TT up to 25ft. You can disconnect and park you TT and tow vehicle inside the gates.
Parking Surface
Unknown
Hosted By livingboondockingmexico
Age:
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Avid boondocker who has lived in Mexico for over 35 years. Details: Recently retired avid rver and boondocker here in Mexico. Living in northern Mexico just three hours from the Laredo/Reynosa border crossings. Easy to get to and we make great tour guides. Close to Monterrey yet nestled in pueblo magico in a rural area with lakes, waterfalls, and mountains. Home Town: Santiago, Nuevo Leon is our home. We have a small quinta with a pool and a palapa. Close to shopping and tourist areas. Easily accessible without entering Monterrey (bypass). Quiet nights with lots of space in between a few neighbors. Favorite Boondocking Locations: Too many to name but they cover the states of Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon, Coahuila, Chihuahua, Durango, Guanajuato, to name a few. Skills or Expertise to Share: We have traveled extensively in Mexico for both work and pleasure and can help newbies find their way around the country cultural aspects, foods, language tips and more. We are always willing to share.
Availability for RV Camping
References for this location from other RVers
Duwan
1 month ago
I wish now that Boondockers' Welcome allowed more stars in its ratings. If it did, we'd give these hosts 30 stars. If you are traveling anywhere near Monterrey we recommend that you try to stop here. Please pay close attention to the host's instructions, because (as anywhere in Mexico, you may run into physical limitations for your rig). But once you arrive, not only will you feel welcome, you may feel that you are being treated like royalty. We came for a place to park. We feel that we left with much more knowledge of the local and country-wide culture, and more importantly, with life-long friends.
lutruss
9 months ago
We stayed with them two nights and they were just like family: we shared dinners and they took the time to show us the surrounding. Moreover, we learned a lot about Mexicans and Mexico and they also were a great source of information for our trip. We loved the stay and we hope to meet them soon again!
