What began as a weekend trip for two visionaries turned into one of the most storied real estate legacies in all of Los Cabos.
Thirty years ago, developers Ron Hatfield and Ken Schnitzer arrived in Palmilla for a golf getaway. What they found was a landscape full of potential—and what they brought was a discerning eye, American construction standards, and a vision for architectural and community excellence that hadn’t yet arrived in Baja. The result was Del Mar Los Cabos, a fully realized master-planned community that helped shape the future of the region.
In 2025, Del Mar celebrated more than just its 30th anniversary. It was a year defined by thoughtful growth, meaningful enhancements for homeowners, and a continued commitment to legacy living in Los Cabos.
Unlike the greater Palmilla area, which evolved more organically over time, Del Mar has always been intentionally and expertly master-planned by the Hatfield Company. Since its inception, the goal has been clear: create an enduring standard for luxury living grounded in security, sophistication, and effortless ownership.
Today, that vision is more relevant than ever. Del Mar’s 30-year track record translates into tangible benefits for homeowners:
Del Mar is not a concept under construction; it’s a living, thriving legacy that continues to set the tone for Los Cabos luxury real estate.
This past year brought continued investment into the lifestyle and value that Del Mar owners enjoy. Key milestones included:
In 2025, Del Mar homeowners and their guests gained elevated access to the Palmilla Social Club, a vibrant extension of the legendary Palmilla Golf Club. More than a clubhouse, the Social Club was designed to enrich daily life through connection, comfort, and curated programming.
Highlights included:
The Social Club is quickly becoming a beloved hub for multi-generational connection, balancing effortless elegance with a warm, inviting spirit that feels like an extension of home.
Poised high along the mountain ridge, Legado at La Montaña stands as Del Mar’s boldest vision for the future; a private enclave created for those who see real estate as a legacy investment.
In 2025, Legado gained significant momentum as discerning buyers recognized its rare combination of scale, seclusion, and service:
Legado was never intended to be a typical development; it’s a canvas for long-term vision. Whether you envision a villa with a wellness wing, multiple casitas for extended family, or an entertainer’s sanctuary with panoramic sea-to-mountain views, flexible floor plans and curated guidelines allow owners to build with purpose.
Within Del Mar’s signature architectural standards, owners enjoy the freedom to:
Legado at La Montaña is more than a new neighborhood; it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a home that will be treasured for decades to come, in a community with a proven commitment to legacy, luxury, and lifestyle.
Del Mar’s properties span several exclusive, master-planned enclaves within the Palmilla corridor, each one expertly developed and maintained to the highest standards.
Each neighborhood is curated with intention, architecturally harmonious, beautifully maintained, and built for long-term value.
Del Mar’s commitment to a refined, turnkey lifestyle continues to define the homeowner experience. In 2025, that meant:
The result is a life of true ease and distinction, grounded in location, supported by experience, and elevated by design.
As Del Mar enters its next chapter, the focus remains on sustainable growth and lasting value. Priorities for 2026 and beyond include:
At Del Mar, development is never rushed; it’s guided. Every decision is made with future generations in mind.
If you’re considering a home in Los Cabos, now is the moment. Del Mar offers a rare opportunity to own in a community with proven excellence, enduring beauty, and deeply rooted values.
Whether you’re ready to walk land at Legado or stay with us at Del Mar Destinations to experience the lifestyle firsthand, we invite you to discover what 30 years of elevated living has made possible.
Contact the Del Mar Real Estate team to begin your ownership journey.