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Casa Arazari
New, fully furnished house with a great view of Volcanoes and Valley! Located in a quiet community very close to Atenas downtown (4.5Km). Large master room w/ King size bed plus one guest room. Two full bathrooms. Contemporary design and decor. Large, integrated kitchen with granite countertops and all appliances. Very spacious social area with large windows and mosquitoes screens. Big terrace with deck and built-in jacuzzi. Great view all over. Service include gardener and maid (once a week).

Modern Home+Private Pool+Gardens+Trails+Lake+Gated
Experience this stunning, modern home, set on 40 acres of lush tropical forest with a small lake and an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy exclusive access to your private pool and a spacious covered deck—ideal for observing the vibrant beauty of Costa Rica’s pristine landscape. Just a few minutes to one of the most breathtaking palm-lined beaches in Costa Rica! Conveniently located off the Costanera (see notes), our property is a scenic 2-hour drive from Juan Santa Maria International Airport (SJO).

Ocean-View Home Surrounded by Jungle & Wildlife
Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. This amazing ocean view Ecohome is a labor of love. Built with natural hardwoods, bamboo and adobe (clay from the land) you will get to experience a once in a lifetime naturally built home. It is earthy and cozy while still feeling luxury. The home is surrounded by jungle which attracts monkeys, toucans, and parrots. We offer farm fresh eggs and any fruit ripe growing on the land. We are 15 min from the beach Hermosa and 20 to Jaco.

Luxury Villa Ceibo - Exquisite, Private, Serene
Located just one hour from San Jose airport, Chilanga Costa Rica is the perfect place to start or finish your vacation. Spend some time to slow down, unwind and reconnect with nature. Ceibo is our private, spacious luxury villa with double occupancy. We offer a swimming pool with incredible views, jungle yoga and 10 KM of walking trails. Super fast 30 meg wifi allows you to "work from the jungle." Let our cook provide you with amazing meals made from local and farm ingredients. Come visit!

Treehouse with butterfly and exotic fruit farm.
Unique Balinese inspired treehouse overlooking a seasonal river, butterfly garden and tropical fruit orchard. Built with locally sourced lumber that was mostly milled on the property and complemented with keepsakes and carved wooden accents collected while exploring Indonesia and Thailand. This is a birder’s paradise with daily visits of scarlet macaws, parrots and toucans. Located a short drive from world class surfing , oceanfront restaurants and nightlife in playa Hermosa and playa Jaco.

Peaceful Tropical Oasis for Two in Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa guesthouse located on a quiet dirt road at the foothills of Cerro Fresco Mountain. 5 Minute drive to Playa Hermosa beach and 15 minutes from Jaco which provides excellent restaurants and nightlife. Guests will enjoy a private cottage with full kitchen and bathroom, plush king bed, WiFi, pool and jacuzzi, workout pavilion and a 2 story observation deck. Area is great for birdwatching, surfing, horseback riding, nature trails, ATV tours, and more. 2 person max, 25 years & up.

Family FarmStay: Animals, Nature & Mountain View’s
Staying at our farm is a chance to slow down and reconnect with nature. You’ll be surrounded by fruit trees, a veggie garden, and friendly animals like our goats, our sweet little donkey, Caramelo the pony, and even messenger pigeons—it’s a real show. The house sits in a beautiful spot with views that make you stop and stare. You can pick your own lettuce, walk through our little coffee plantation, and enjoy the simple. If your child sleeps with you, no need to count them as a guest.

Ocean view. Close to Jaco (1 or optional 2 bdms)
Playa Pita. Easy access in regular car. 15 min N of Jaco, 5 min N of Hotel Punta Leona. Beach is a 4 minute walk. Amazing views. Macaws stop by regularly. Jungle hikes at doorstep (monkeys). 2 private terraces. A/C in double occupancy master bedroom and A/C in optional 2nd room for guests #3&4. Several restaurants nearby. Rosanna and her daughter live discretely in separate caretaker unit, providing security and advice. *Turn-off is located just BEFORE the TROVA gas station*

the cabin & hiking
This place will take away the stress completely after being there for a few days you will feel the power of the jungle is a paradise with spectacular views of the ocean and high virgin mountains peace and serenity The place is entering through a private street about 800 meters away from the nearest neighbor and we were fortunate that some beautiful red macaws chose a tree at our property to make their home where you will have the experience of watching their puppies feed

Tropical Modern Guest Suite in Playa Hermosa
Modern suite surrounded by nature, just 2 min from famous surf beach Playa Hermosa (near Jacó). Comfortable space with 2 bedrooms (with A/C), 1 bathroom, and an outdoor covered kitchen/dining area. Relax on the terrace with garden views and spot white-faced monkeys, macaws, and toucans that visit daily. The guest suite is on the ground floor with private entrance but is part of our home where your host family lives. The fenced garden and parking are shared with us.

Ocean View Punta Leona private access beach beach
Cozy apartment within a nature reserve, on the beach. Walk a few steps through the private access from our property. Immerse yourself in a colorful landscape of nature and sea, on the best white sand beach in the Central Pacific. Contemplate spectacular views and sunsets, admire the flora and fauna, practice snorkeling, diving, kayaking or sunny and beach days. In greater depth, the impressive sculptures of marine figures that make up the Underwater Museum

Casa Libelula ! Private pool, gated community
Casa Libelula is located in the low key beach village of Esterillos Oeste. This 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home along with a separate casita ( bedroom/bathroom) is in a secure gated community. The beach is a 15min walk away or a 3 min drive. We are just 20mins south of Jaco Beach, 40mins north of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. The Juan Santamaria International airport is 2hrs away. Please be aware Casa Libelula is located in a quiet residential area.
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