I arrived for my first visit in February 2022. Back then we were sleeping in tents. A lot has changed since then with more comforts (like being able to go indoors). The outdoors haven’t changed though, it’s still beautiful and the temperature is perfect. Cool at night which makes sleep more comfortable and warm, but not too warm during the day. The views are amazing, the food is tasty and healthy, the people are fun and friendly. I can’t recommend it enough!

Every day at Rancho Cicada starts with sunlight spilling over the mountains and ends with a quiet that’s both calming and rare. I help handle the day‑to‑day operations here, and I can honestly say it’s a privilege to live surrounded by this much beauty and tranquility.

After living here for some time, I can’t imagine returning to city life. The absence of excessive noise—no constant traffic, loud crowds, barking dogs, or roaming vendors—creates a calm, peaceful environment. There’s no pollution from vehicles or factories, and the air feels consistently fresh. This place strikes a perfect balance between modern living and immersion in nature. Imagine having a forest with countless trails right in your backyard. The scenery is stunning, with lush green trees and beautiful mountainous terrain. The climate is another advantage—cooler than most places, but never uncomfortably so. Temperatures range from 5 °C to 30 °C, usually sitting between 10 °C and 25 °C. It’s easy to dress warmly when needed, and it’s never too hot. The trip in and out takes some time, but the benefits far outweigh the inconvenience. Gardening options are abundant: plants that require heat thrive in the greenhouse, while the surrounding land offers unlimited potential for all other types of gardens. If you enjoy hiking, nature, and gardening, this is truly a paradise.

In Spring of 2025 I came to visit for a week. First impression: cool, clean mountain air, smell of pine, mind-blowing views, and welcoming smiles. Then the hikes to see a huge variety of trees, flowers, mushrooms, and more! Then the vivid sunsets going down behind mountains so far away… Amazing healthy mouth-watering dinners served every eve. And the wonders kept coming, every day! I knew immediately I wanted to live here. So I moved and not one regret!