The first thing I thought when I saw Casa Bella was WOW. The others in my group yelled at me, saying, "Why didn't you tell us it was going to be this nice?? We could've hung out here instead of spending time in San Jose!" The pictures really don't do it justice and it is a GORGEOUS place - very clean and spacious, with an incredible view of the city. I wish we got to spend more time here. Jay left so many nice touches: fruit, eggs and drinks in the fridge, lots and lots of towels (that can be a problem at AirBnbs). I will say that it's a little farther than we thought due to the traffic that always seems to surround San Jose (we were there on a weekday). It took us an hour to get to San Jose and almost 40 minutes to get to the airport because of the traffic. Definitely keep that in mind as the location is a bit far. Jay is great at communicating, and his friend Christian was very friendly and helpful. I saw a previous review mentioning an army of bugs and luckily we didn't have that problem at all. If this is the location you're looking for, I highly recommend this amazing home!

We've had a wonderful stay at this luxurious apartment. Great rooms, beautiful open air kitchen, stunning views. Jay is a great host, inviting us with fruit, coffee etc. The apartment is located close to the airport (30 min drive) and therefore very convenient if you are heading to the airport early (or arriving late).

Jays house was awesome very nice and peaceful we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again. The view is spectacular and the neighborhood is very safe and quiet, not to mention the host he was very nice and provided us with a good welcoming. If you are looking for a nice and peace stay this is highly recommended!

It was just awesome... The villa is so nice, with an outstanding view! Everything is very clean and looks like on the pictures! The beds are very comfortable... If you need anything, Jay is very helpful! He gave us helpful tips and even orderd food for us! When we arrived he had beer and fruits waiting for us... All in all the perfect host! Don't hesistate booking here... Thx again a lot for everything!! See you soon!

Staying at Casa Bella was a last minute trip and Jay was so great as we only gave him a one day notice! Our venture from Nicaragua to Costa Rica took us much longer than expected and Wendy was so considerate and kind as she waited until 11pm for our arrival! The house is gorgeous and everything you could need for a relaxing time in Costa Rica. Jay & Wendy had left drinks, fruits, fresh eggs and bread for our stay along with great recommendations from eating out to daily activities and places to explore. Wendy was so attentive and helpful during our stay and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and happy. The home was incredible. For starters, the bedrooms were clean and full of little necessities from towels to shampoo and soaps. The bed was insanely comfortable and soft as a cloud. The upper deck area was perfect for relaxing and enjoying some beautiful mountain views with a delicious cup of coffee in the early morning. An extra plus was a good selection of DVDs to watch during our stay! Amongst Jays recommendations, I would also recommend eating at La Finca. Chris, the owner, was so kind and as a New Yorker I don't think I've eaten a more amazing thin crust pizza than I've had here! I recommend the Vegetarian!

Accurate description. Host provided all the required information in writing and was very attentive to our needs. Great host.

What a beautiful welcome to San Jose! Not only will I be visiting again, but as my family and friends come to visit, they will be staying here upon initial arrival (per opening of course!). The view was amazing, the beds were therapeutic after a long day of travel and I slept peacefully lullabied by the orchestra of symphonic crickets and other bugs.

We had a nice, relaxing stay. The view was fantastic.

We were able to stay at the Treehouse for 3 nights and had a wonderful time. The treehouse is just as beautiful as pictured, very clean and the wildlife is incredible (early morning wakeup calls from the monkeys)! You are truly one with nature while staying in the treehouse. Thomas and Lili were great hosts, available for any questions and always a very prompt reply. You will thoroughly enjoy your stay! My wife got a relaxation massage from Lili which she thoroughly enjoyed. We also had the opportunity to stay one night at Thomas & Lili's other listing Villa Malinche which was simply amazing. Hope to return in the future!

Serenity now! I stayed in a few places in Costa Rica that offer a "jungle experience" only to find out that they are on the side of a busy road. This treehouse is the real deal. Waking up to monkeys, beautiful sunsets and rises, the sounds of the rainforest, and gracious hosts. I could not have asked for a better getaway than this property. Thank you Thomas and Lill for building it and letting people experience it!

My boyfriend and I booked this amazing treehouse for a week. We had a great experience staying busy in the mornings and winding down at the house later in the day. Thomas was very helpful and pleasant he even helped us book a tour the night before. One thing I would recommend is renting a vehicle or getting a prepaid phone during your stay to call cabs. We would walk into town in the morning and would take a cab back for four or five dollars. The walk is fine but the road can be very slick when raining and we would be pretty exhausted by the time we made it into town. We took the bus to Manuel Antonio and enjoyed the beautiful beaches! We walked through the Manuel Antonio Park expecting a narrow, lengthy trail but it was wide, short and and flip flop friendly which was perfect for the beautifully beach at the end of the trail. We overall enjoyed the experience in Quepos hitting up the supermarkets and the farmer's market on Saturday. We highly recommend it! Oh and bug spray is a must!

Thomas went above and beyond what a normal host has done for us in the past. He arranged a cab to pick us up from SJO and drive us all the way to the treehouse. He reserved a rafting trip for us and more than once saw us walking on the side of the road and gave us a ride to where we were going. He is a fabulous person! Oh, and the treehouse...need I say more? I mean, it's a treehouse that overlooks the lush rainforest of Costa Rica. You wouldn't want to stay anywhere else. You have all the amenities you need, plus you get to get to sleep and wake up to sounds of all of the animals. We were visited by monkies on several occasions and saw lots of wildlife. I would highly recommend staying here...if you can actually find a time when they're not already booked ;)

Hey now! The treehouse experience is one of a kind! It was like camping in the canopy. The monkeys were on the railing and playing in the trees and we had a mother sloth and her baby hanging from a branch right outside the balcony which was a very special animal experience. The place has everything you need. The pool is great to have at the end of the day or even just to hang at for a relaxing day. Tom was very helpful when we had questions or needed anything. We didn't have a vehicle but if you do get one a 4x4 is recommended. Enrique was our taxi man and he was awesome. Even helped us do some shopping and was Johnny on the spot when we called for a ride. Whatever you do please book this place and experience the real Costa Rica.

Tree House is an absolute must - Fabulous Experience! My new friend the Sloth hung out with me daily. The White Faced and Squirrel monkeys visited frequently, got some fantastic photos. Thomas was a great host! I look forward to my next trip and the Tree House Experience. Pura Vida!

I've stayed in several Airbnbs around the world and always had nice experiences but Thomas' Treehouse is just the most perfect place on earth! It has the rustic and wild touch of a real treehouse in the jungle (including howler monkeys waking you up at 5am and a super cute raccoon family visiting at dusk) and such comfort & luxury you'd not expect. Additionally, Thomas is such a laid back, nice and reliable host, helping out with any request or question you might have. If you have any chance to stay at his place, please do! You will have the best time of you're life!

Our last destination in Costa Rica was the tree house of Thomas. We had a great stay there. An experience we will not forget. We had everything available that we needed. The pool was fantastic. Thomas was always available and helpful. The animals from the jungle had to experience so close adventure.

Raj's home was even more beautiful then the pictures he posted! The view was by far the most magical we saw during our 2 week tour around parts of Costa Rica, the pool overlooking the ocean was breathtaking and I had my morning coffee in the rocking chair while staring out at the water. The pool and deck and inside the home were very clean and it was helpful to have lots of towels. However I have to warn travellers if you have an aversion to creepy crawlers you may have a hard time in Costa Rica! We were ok with them, there were ants and we took pictures of the cooler bugs like little lizards, giant beetles, praying mantis. I'm only putting this in my review because my son had a hard time with the bugs, my daughter loved them. Most of them disappeared after we put the air conditioning on. The 2 bedrooms were large and lovely and the kitchen was fully equipped. Also we drove to Playa Blanco (beach) about 10 minutes away and it was absolutely beautiful with clean soft sand! And we stopped on the way in the car to watch some monkeys we spotted! The people who met us and came over were very nice and helpful. Raj was very helpful sending us so much info by email! We included a lot of areas/tours/shopping advice in our trip courtesy of Raj and we really appreciated all his help. Thank you Raj for opening your home to us!

The Villa was amazing! Pictures do not do it justice, and we had a great time in Costa Rica for our honeymoon. A 4x4 is definitely required, and the next time we go we'll probably get a bigger 4x4 as we rented a Compact SUV, and it struggled in the rain a bit. We arrived at night, but the villa was very easy to locate from the ferry (about 5 min away). The property manager was up waiting for us, and she was incredibly helpful and friendly. The views are wonderful from the villa, and it feels very remote and private. It's also in a great location, and we enjoyed taking day trips (no more than 1.5 hours away) to various beach towns around the Nicoya Peninsula. We loved everything about this vacation home, and we would love to go back again! Thank you, Raj for letting us stay in your beautiful villa!

Enjoyed our vacation. We would return.

We had a wonderful time at the villa. Our favorite part was swimming in the pool and gazing out at the incredible views. If you are looking for a relaxing hideaway in a beautiful location, this is the place for you.

We just returned from our honeymoon in Cost Rica where we stayed at Roma del (URL HIDDEN) was unbelievable. The pictures here don't even do the house justice, it is a jaw-dropping view, beautifully decorated and well-kept. We cooked most meals outside overlooking the gorgeous bay, went zip lining in the mountains, went on some day trips to nearby beaches as well as the beach 3km away...all beautiful. The house was lovely, comfortable and well-stocked with kitchen basics, towels, etc. The pool was amazing, what a view! I read 3 books there, going back and forth between sunbathing and swimming to cool off. We also got massages by the pool from Anja, who we highly recommend. The store on the property is reasonably priced and well-stocked, and there are bigger market within a 30 minute drive. Raj sent tons of information before we went so we were well-prepared, and the property manager, Arlene, was a big help as well, with tips on what to do and help booking excursions and massages. They recommend a small SUV and I have to agree, the roads are rough but well-worth it for those views. W didn't have any problems driving. Pura vida!

A piece of paradise. We spent 2 weeks at your beautiful home and are so sad to leave. The spectacular view, fantastic pool and deck area and all the amenities that we needed. Caroline was a perfect host and was always available via email to answer any questions. She set up tours and massages as well. The addition of the newly opened Aroma del Mar restaurant was fantastic! Michael, the chef, was the nicest guy and an amazing cook! We ate there quite a few times and thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing your peaceful home with us...everything we hoped for and more.

This home is wonderful with an incredible view! As soon as we entered the house, we knew we would love it. It was a great vacation!

The photos don't do this house justice! The views are breathtaking and look like they belong in a postcard. The house was very clean and had a lot of convenient amenities to cook & do laundry. Communication was quick and clear and long before we arrived Raj and Caroline reached out with great advice and places to see which were very helpful! We also enjoyed the Ziplining and Snorkeling tour Caroline set up for us and highly recommend it.

Property was fantastic, Gerald super helpful.

My Kiva is an amazing, beautiful and sacred house, surrounded by pure nature and the sound of the running water from the river and the music forest. It is the perfect place where spend magic moments. Gerald has been an incredible host, he has been totally available for any questions. The neighbour gave us fresh eggs for the breakfast and were so sweet. We are looking forward for go back and spend more magic, romantic days.

Beautiful home in a gorgeous setting! Mi Kiva is a gem in the mountains north of San Jose, less than an hours drive from SJO airport. Setting feels very safe and secluded, and there is an automatic gate at the road. Creative use of old, once used materials will have you feeling transported to an earlier time in Costa Rica. Not far from La Paz Waterfall Gardens, which is a very enjoyable day trip. Well equipped kitchen, spacious master bedroom with great views, wonderful patios and garden paths including steps down to the creek on the property, nice stereo, reliable internet, etc., etc. Never even used the TV! Stay here, you will love it!

It was a really beautiful house, very big with lots of space. The gardens are really beautiful. Gerald was super attentive if we had any questions and made sure we were comfortable. When some of our plans got cancelled Gerald even helped us to think of other things to do in the area! The driver, Mical, was also really really nice. We had a lovely time!

Wonderful house to spend our last night in Costa Rica- peaceful, beautiful gardens to wander round and generally an amazing house! Gerald was very easy and reliable to communicate with and the local people looking after the house were very helpful.

What an esquisite place. 20 minutes from the airport and we were in our very own rainforest heaven. The house was so beautiful and the gardens just lovely. Jet lag cured by an early morning visit to the waterfall at the bottom of the garden. A stunning start to our trip. Thank you Gerald and your lovely staff.

This home is beautiful. Amazing property, architecture, and atmosphere. Book if you can!

The house and property are beautiful, spacious and secure. The house could easily hold 6 or 8, still with a lot of privacy for the main bedroom. The kitchen is fully equipped, and there is a store about 15min walk into town. There are many exits to the house that connect the various patios and gardens, it would be a nice place for multiple guests or having a dinner party. The host was an excellent communicator, and the assistants were terrific and could handle the small events that come up. The waterfall, as described, requires some caution as the bridge is badly damaged that allows easy crossing of the stream. I scrambled over rocks and it was ok, on the way back I used the bridge wreckage and it was also ok. Once across pay attention to signage, you will go up sharply to a ridgeline and follow to a very steep decent at the waterfall. Total walk is 2-3km probably.

Very nice location. Unfortunately, there was during the three nights, no room service and no personal contact upon arrival and departure.

The Surf Vista Villas were excellent - and accurately portrayed in the listing. Andy was an attentive host who ensured things went smoothly. The view is breathtaking, the units are clean, shower pressure very good with hot water. The walk to the beach is about 7 minutes. So overall, I highly recommend! The one note: the hill getting up to Surf Vista Villas is quite steep. So upon arrival I recommend having a few bottles of water and coordinating a ride up if you have heavy luggage.

Great place to stay. We really enjoyed it, close to everything. Excellent view

The most amazing experience! The surf vista villas is the best place in Santa Teresa and Andy was super helpful in getting out there from San Jose with our 4x4. We can't wait to go back and will most definitely be staying there when we return.

Surf Vista Villa's was exactly what I had hoped for. The views are amazing! Very peaceful, unless you are treated to a wake up call by Howler Monkeys, which is an experience in and of itself. The rooms were well kept, and spacious, and the bathroom as well. Andy was a great host who gave us some needed advice when asked, and otherwise let us keep to ourselves. I will be going back as often as i can!

Santa Teresa and Surf Vista Villa were both amazing and beautiful. Andy was very helpful, with suggestions of places to eat, he helped us find a zip lining place, and even took us on a hike in the pouring rain! The view was unbeatable, and we really liked the outdoor cooking and eating, and felt comfortable. There is a definite community feel of the place (not a lot of privacy), which was perfect for our group, but might not be ideal for couples or families. The road up to the house was very challenging in the rain and mud however, even in our 4 wheel drive jeep, but I think Andy is trying to pave it all the way up, so it might be easier in the future. Also, it was abnormally rainy while we were there, but the roads to Santa Teresa itself were pretty scary (landslides, washouts, river crossings), and the internet and phone were out while we were there, so it might be worth checking the conditions before heading out there. But we had a great time, loved the views, and Andy was a great host!

My husband and I had a wonderful honeymoon at the Surf Vista Villas. When we were not exploring the cool, laid back surf community of Santa Teresa, we were relaxing in the hammock chairs and drinking wine while admiring the incredible ocean view in the front of the Inn. The villas are nice, spacious, and very clean - ours felt like a true home away from home. We had fun cooking Costa Rican meals in the kitchenette with food we bought from the grocery store not far from the Villas. Advice to anyone staying here: rent the ATV from Andrew, or else you'll have to walk up and down the dreadfully steep and long hill that leads up to the villas! Also - If you aren't a surfer, travel to Montezuma or another beach for swimming, as the waves in Santa Teresa are scary and intense! Despite those things, we truly enjoyed our stay and will always remember it. Oh and make sure to meet Andrew's dog, Hamoa - she's a sweetie!!

My wife and I stayed with Andy just recently. Our villa absolutely lived up to the positive reviews on the site. The space was welcoming and spacious. The kitchen was well-stocked, the beds were comfortable and the villa was very clean. Our favorite part was definitely the patio - the view was breathtaking. Andy was incredibly attentive and responsive to our thousands of questions. We hope we weren't too annoying, but Andy made us feel at home. It's true that the hill up to the villa can be a bit of a hike, but while we were there, Andy helped us get a ATV. I would absolutely recommend this, it was really fun zipping around Mal Pais on one!

We made it to Phil's ranch by taxi as it was getting dark. Phil spoke to our driver and we found him easily. We were welcomed with a big hug and visits from his kitty - nice way to start off our time in Costa Rica. Phil's room is comfortable and clean, separate from his main house. The gardens out back are just gorgeous - it was misty and cool while we visited but we were rewarded with multiple rainbows. Phil is a giving host and helped us with taxi calls throughout our 2 days there. He also helped immensely with a visit and tasting tour to Sibu, a lovely chocolate factory. Their lunch was lovely too. Breakfasts on both days were tasty and gave us a good start to our day. Definitely recommend Phil's Boutique Coffee Ranch!!

Phil's coffee ranch was the perfect, relaxing ending to our adventures and vacation in Costa Rica. Phil's property is exquisitely beautiful, the detached studio met all of our needs, and him and everyone we met on in his house were all delightfully pleasant. From going for a stroll in his garden, to the breakfast in the morning, to the delicious coffee that he had grown on sight, everything was exactly how it should be or better. My girlfriend and I had stayed at another airbnb place in Manual Antonio the few days before and had a horrendous time. I couldn't help but tell Phil that our trip to Costa Rica had both the worst and the best that airbnb has to offer, and I mean that to anyone. This place is the best accommodations Costa Rica has to offer at this price. Worth every penny.

Unfortunately, we were only a night on the Coffee Ranch by Phil Since the afternoon was even bad weather, we had no opportunity to admire the garden. However, the accommodation itself was fine, nicely decorated and very clean. We can chat with Phil only briefly, but he made a very nice impression. During the day you vieliert on the way to the airport, unfortunately a lot of time in Heredia.

Phil's place is beautiful but somehow difficult to find. We recommend private car , GPS and telephone in order to communicate with Phil.

The Coffee Ranch was nice and well manicured. Wifi worked great. The guest house is not equipped with AC and the room was humid due to weather. Communication was difficult, the numbers provided went straight to voicemail. We used airbnb for contact with Phil who was responsive but unfortunately out of town. We were given the wrong keys to the guest house and due to no response via phone or at the doors of the main home we were forced to leave the guest house unlocked with our belongings inside. We were finally able to get the correct keys after knocking at the front door later that day from Phil's daughter. When we spoke to Phil's daughter regarding the massage mentioned in the description, I asked for a number to contact the massage therapist she informed me they contact the massage therapist for us. I proceeded to ask what time the massage therapist was available, she told me generally he comes at noon. We told her to book us for friday at noon. We cleared our plans for that day but no one showed up and there was no communication from anyone regarding not being able to contact the massage therapist or that the appointment was not made. We wasted our entire day due to that lack of communication. We stayed at many different places during our stay in costa rica and by far this was the worst. No hospitality compared to our other experiences. Over all our stay was disappointing.

The Coffee Garden was a complete delight and was definitely an enjoyable & comfortable stay! The room was very well decorated and clean, with an awesome bed and very modern bathroom. The house and grounds were immaculate and the fresh fruit trees, coffee garden and stream were very well done and manicured to perfection. Phil took great care to ensure our stay was comfortable. He went above and beyond to assist us by helping order a pizza and contacting a tour agency to translate for us. He provided us all the comforts and even had a mini coffee bar set up in the room complete with coffee beans grown right on the property! We would definitely stay here in the future and will cherish our short time at the Coffee Garden.

We stayed here for two nights and absolutely loved the location, natural beauty, and proximity of Phil's place to all of our activities. The space is clean and modern, surrounded by the peaceful and beautifully landscaped gardens and coffee farm. The on-site meditation gardens are amazing and the coffee is delicious. Phil was friendly and extremely helpful, providing us with recommendations for dinner and things to do in the area. We will definitely stay here again if we find ourselves back in Costa Rica!

Phil's place is beautiful! A little bit secluded, it was exactly what I needed after a week of nonstop activity in the much hotter areas of Jaco and Quepos. It is not located close to anything walkable, but you can easily call an uber or can and take a ten minute ride to el centro de san isidro, a sleepy town with a gorgeous church, or take a thirty minute ride to heredia, a much more bustling town with restaurants, mercados, and shopping. Here, though, you do not need to go to town. Spend the day strolling through the coffee plants, playing with the friendliest guard dogs, doing yoga on the hilltop, and enjoying 360 degree views of both the misty mountains and cities of San Jose and Heredia below. I was lucky to enjoy a panorama of both dramatic thunderstorms and colorful sunsets. The perfect place to rest up and decompress.

Pura Vida Ecolidge is a very beautiful place with a spectacular view ans surrounding. We enjoyed every minute of our stay, we loved the boat tour with Gersan and Capitano through the mangroves and the delicious dinner on the beach. Our daugther was Reading for hours in the pool and we all really had time to relax and enjoy the nature. To celebrate New Years Eve at your place is an unforgettabel memory for us. The way to the ecolodge definitely needs an SUV and some driving experience,but if you got too ot an your way down, you can jump into the river and cool down, It's a perfect place to experience Costa Rica.

We stayed in the ecolodge from the 9th of january until the 16th. We rented a car via National (4x4) like recomended and it really was necesary. When we arrived Gersan showed us all of the rooms, gave us the key and offered to help us in every kind of way. A big basket of fruits was waiting for us and the beds were decorated very welcoming. We instantly felt like home. The view and the house in general is just from another planet. It´s really hard to describe the overwhelming feeling when you have the first look off the balcony. Joe and Kika were always really helpfull and asked (via (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) ) whether we need any help whatsoever. In before we received a welcome package with lots of recommendations of restaurant activities and places to visit which helped a lot ! (Por que no? - super restaurant ) In addition to the recommendations Gersan offered a boot trip in the manglares and to a "private" beach which was a really cool experience ... especialy to do such a tour with a true tico . We really can say that this was one of the best experiences with vacation housing ever. We are really gratefull for everything. 110% recomending this Ecolodge. Pura Vida mis amigos.

We had a wonderful adventure at Pura Vida Ecolodge. We loved the feeling that we were truly immersing ourselves in the Costa Rican experience, something that simply cannot be accomplished if you stay at a resort/hotel. Yes, we booked a tour of a national park (Corcovado), and yes, we went ziplining (Osa Mountain Tours), both of which are within easy driving distance of the house. But our favorite experiences were the things that can ONLY be done by staying at Pura Vida Ecolodge: the nature hikes that are merely steps away from the property are indescribably beautiful and enchanting, and our trip through the mangroves to Playa Garca, where we literally had the entire beach to ourselves thanks to housekeeper Gerzan's private boat tour, was unforgettable. Getting to the house is an adventure unto itself as you climb the winding, steep dirt road, but we loved it and considered it to be part of the experience. And the views that you see in the pictures are even more incredible when you see them in person. We never had to turn on the air conditioning because of the nice cool breeze, particularly in the evenings. And you will enjoy being awoken by the howler monkeys each morning! If you are looking for a unique experience that is truly off the beaten path, then this is a good home for you to rent. Its proximity to activities (national parks, ziplines, beaches, etc.) is excellent, and there are some great restaurants just up the road in Ojochal (Exotica was my personal favorite -- try the shrimp banana curry dish, it's delicious!). At the same time, you are far enough away from things that you will not feel like a tourist. My wife and I feel that our daughters not only enjoyed themselves, but also gained an appreciation for Costa Rican culture that they would not have had if we were to have stayed elsewhere. Our whole family left Pura Vida Ecolodge saying that it was the best vacation we've ever taken.

We had a an amazing time in Costa Rica and at the Pura vida Eco lodge. We stayed at the lodge for a week during August (non peak season) which suited us great, the beeches were empty and excursions ended up being private :). If you stay at the lodge I would recommend doing the ISA canapy tour, a visit the the villa alturas wildlife sanctuary and gursans mangrove tour (early start but worth it). We at at citrus, azul, exotica and ceviche remy, all of which I would recommend. The lodge its self is amazing and a real sanctuary away from busy city life. You really are in the jungle here so don't expect anything less (bugs included), you will also 100% need a 4x4!!!! The views are amazing, watching the sun set over the sea with a cold beer after a hard days tracking in the jungle was awesome. Also, go to the local supermarket and ask them to take you to the hide em waterfall, a bit of a walk but 100% worth it. We had the whole thing to ourselves All in all an amazing trip and an amazing place

Everything was very well organized, tidy house, a person available by phone picked us to show us the way in the jungle and introduce us home. Perfect !

Our stay at Pura Vida Ecolodge was way beyond anything we could have imagined or expected! The open-air plan gave us a wonderful feeling of being immersed in the tropical jungle. Awakening every morning to the rising sun and the sound of Howler monkeys, sea surf and many many birds was spectacular! We so thoroughly enjoyed our Mangrove / River / Deserted Beach tour with Gersan and Ili. This is truly a special way to engage with the real goodness of Costa Rican people and is not to be missed! We can't find enough good words to say about our whole experience here and we're already thinking about how to go back again.

The Pura Vida ecolodge is exactly what is promised and Joe and Kika are great hosts. The house is gorgeous and the location is remote! Seriously, make sure you rented a 4x4 to go here because you are on top of the world in this amazing location.

This place lives up to its hype. The house is truly in the middle of the jungle, and it has a low impact eco-oriented design. All that without missing most the comodities of a good hotel. Gerson, the housekeeper is a true gentleman. We went on a mangrove tour with him and it was a phenomenal experience. Make sure you rent a 4x4, accessing the property on a sedan would be virtually impossible. Pura vida!

We found Coco's place is in a very unique part of Costa Rica. The beach is gorgeous and very quiet. The community is incredibly friendly. The restaurant at the beach is never without seating and is the perfect place for just after sunset dinner.

Coco was a very good host! It was my first time using AirBnB and I'm glad that my experience was positive. The Casita is small but so cute. Coco made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. He had very good recommendations of beaches and restaurants to visit. I also highly recommend doing yoga down the street at the Peace Retreat if you're into that. Thanks to Coco for inviting us to do yoga. If I were to visit Playa Negra again, I would definitely stay here! Thank you, Coco!

Coco was a solid, anything we needed he provided. A great place if you want to surf a great wave and have positive vibes around you. There is also yoga every morning if you choose to do. A big plus is Coco's two dogs Piso and Nacho. They give so much love, even more more when you give them food.

Coco is the man, a local legend and an all around kind dude. Feels like the guy is family already. Will be back in the near future for sure. Nothing but good vibes.

I stayed at Coco's with my wife and two daughters. Coco's place was a great cabina for us. We enjoyed the quiet town of Playa Negra. The howler monkeys also showed up the day we did which was fun. He is neighbors with an excellent organic café. There are many beaches worth exploring within a short drive. It has quality restaurants. Interactions with good people like Coco are what made the vacation special. Coco is very helpful and it was obvious he was well regarded by the other residents of the town. It was an exceptional value. We were all happy we chose to stay at Coco's.

Coco is the perfect host! His place is awesome and los pargos was adorable. Everyone there was so nice. Coco took us out to his favorite pizza place and it was seriously the best pizza ever. Playa negra is the perfect beach for surfing! We had to leave early due to our plans changing but we loved staying at coco's cabina! If you want to show up with some hot chocolate, you'll already be on Coco's good side. He loves hot chocolate. Ciao Coco! Pura Vida! Thank you for everything!

Coco is a great host. Anything we wanted he took care of. He even organized a trip for us to and from the airport. The beach was beautiful and the house was cozy!

Do your research on this place. It isn't even located in Santa Cruz. About a 44 minute drive outside in the ghetto of Costa rica. Directions given to get to his place made no sense when he finally got back to me. Said we could ask the locals where it was they would know, they didn't. A/C and fan didn't work. Fridge was rusted. Bugs all over the walls and in the beds. Window about fell out when tried to open it. My child felt unsafe, because of the area. Pictures listed are not what you see anywhere near this guest house. 30 minutes drive to the beach and you had to pay. Only a fitted sheet and flat sheets put on bedding. Toilet was backed up so we couldn't even use it after a long drive to get this dump. Host wasn't even there when we arrived. We had to wait 40 minutes to even see the inside. We walked in it and stayed less then 5 minutes ands and dreams oldest was anddrelmost in tears. Ended up staying in Tamarindo at a beautiful resort, because there was no way we would even sleep Inn not those beds. Horrible experience anddrelmost a kill to an amazing vacation

It's hard to describe just how magical this place is. It was perfectly tranquil and we felt right at home. Jose and his family were exceptionally friendly and welcoming and made us feel wonderful. I would recommend this place to anyone traveling to Tamarindo.

Perfect spot to stay in Tamarindo! Beautiful jungle bungalow that's secluded, but still a quick walk to downtown/beach/restaurants. Amazing pool + Jose is incredibly easy to communicate with. I would recommend staying here to anyone - Aaron

I debated for months in whether I should stay at a resort or use airbnb. I chose to use airbnb and stayed in Jose's bungalow. Best decision I've made. Jose welcomed us with open arms a long with his precious dog Guapa. She was amazing. The house and location was beautiful. Surrounded by nature and everything was clean. Everything we needed for the kitchen was there. We had coffee every morning with our amazing ocean view. It was 12 min walk from playa tamarindo and close to all the towns restaurants. I definitely recommend staying here and I do come back, I'd do it all over again. I had nothing but good experiences and good vibes. PURA VIDA

we stayed 3 Nights at Joses Place. This little Bungalow is so wonderful, cozy, and clean. The kitchen is perfect, there is everything you need for doing your own coffe and breakfast in the morning. The Little Veranda was perfect to sit in the evening to drink a glass of wine and listen to the "jungel" noises. The walking distance to the bars and restaurants is just 5-10 Min., we felt really safe. Joses Dog is the lovliest Dog ever and he joined us in the evening on the veranda and sayd hello in the Morning. Thank you for this great stay at your Place Jose and we would recommend it to everybody who likes a quite Place but close to the center and beach. Every Time again!

We ended up not staying here because travel plans changed. But Jose was awesome - providing helpful information for travel and surf once we arrived. Can't wait to come back so I can book w him !

Our stay at Casa Tranquila was very nice, it's about a 5-10 minute walk from town, very quiet. His three dogs are very friendly, I guess they take after their owner. Jose was very gracious, didn't bug us much but responded promptly to any questions we had. The house was a little more down to earth than I expected, ants and small geckos coming out after dark, but we didn't mind terribly, and we loved the house itself, very open, but cozy at the same time, and had all the essentials. The property was very beautiful too with lots of colors, beautiful plants and flowers and a very fun pool we loved on hot days.

We had a great time staying at Casa Tranquila. It is just far enough away from the main drag in Tamarindo that you don't have to worry about the hustle and bustle but close enough for enjoying the beach and nightlife. The bungalow has a well stocked kitchen and the A/C in the bedroom really cools down the whole place. We would definitely recommend Casa Tranquila to anyone visiting Tamarindo.

Jose made us feel very welcome and gave us all the info we needed to get there. He responded very fast to questions and requests, and was always so helpful and friendly in giving advice and helping us when we needed it. Jose is a fantastic host overall and I would recommend staying here 100%. The place is perfect. A little ways out of town, so a short walk each day to the beach, or a $4 taxi ride. Very quiet, private, and peaceful. The photos are accurate and the bungalows are cozy and comfortable and have everything you need. The supermarket is a short walk away. We found it the ideal place to stay for our 2 weeks in Tamarindo.

We had a great time staying here. Rosie is a lovely host who went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed, even going shopping for us when we were delayed arriving. The house itself is amazing - great architecture with a really relaxed feel set in beautiful grounds that you can explore if you want to, and the pool is great for cooling off and spotting the local wildlife. We used the house as a base to explore this part of the Pacific coast, from Manuel Antonio right up to Monteverde, as well as surfing lessons with Bruno (Rosie's husband) in Jaco - highly recommended! Although the house is set back and above the nearby road there can be some noise from passing vehicles at times (I should say that we were there during the particularly busy Christmas holidays period though) so if this kind of thing bothers you and are looking for absolute peace and quiet this place might not be for you. However, if you're looking for a cool place in a lovely setting with great hosts as a base to explore the surrounding area then you'll love it - we did!

We stayed 3 days in November. The house is on a very busy and noisy road visible and close to the house. The traffic could be heard from indoors as well as outdoors, not zen at all. There are two more partially built similar houses within feet of the house that do not show in photographs. This house appears to one unit of three construction on the other two seems to be abandoned, they are an eyesore. The lake is a pond, quite small. Rosie is no longer the owner and no longer lives on the premises, although she mentioned managing it. There is a sweet Costa Rican couple who live in a house next door who take care of things,they do not speak a word of English. We were aware of the fact that there might not be hot water as we had been told that they were trying to find the source of the problem and repair it. Hard to believe since months have gone by without repair and since she no longer owns the home it is likely repair were never in the works. On our arrival Rosie was offering us the option to stay somewhere else, the impression was that the owner had to vacate for Rosie to honor the booking. None of this was ever disclosed. The house was not in condition for use as a rental, very little in the way of kitchen linens, we had to search closets for towels as none were in the bathrooms for us, the washer and dryer they claim to have is barely in working order and many of the owners belongings were in the closets etc where we found towels. The bedrooms were smelling strongly of disinfectant that even leaving doors open, using fans and AC did not diminish for the three days we were there . There is a queen size bed in the master bedroom, the same in the other and what looked like a futon in the middle room. There is not a room with two queen beds as stated in the house description. Photographs on the web page were obviously manipulated to make the spaces appear to be larger than they are, leaving a false impression. Since we were four traveling and two were willing to stay we attempted to make the best of it and stay in the house as we arrived close to 3pm and it would have taken time to find other accommodation. The property itself is lovely once away from the road. If the house were away from the noisy traffic and in proper condition for a rental it would have been very nice. The pool was lovely and clean but you had to go outside of the house and down steps to access it. Rosie was helpful via text and arranged for more patio chairs and grill as well as some useful suggestions for activities and shopping. Bejuco beach which is close by is spectacular...

A very unique and comfortable house in a private setting only 5 minute drive from a supermarket and good restaurants and 10 minutes from a beautiful beach. Don't be alarmed by the first view when you arrive- you only need to go inside and open the curtains to enjoy the light, spacious feeling of this place. It's an end-unit condo, but the 2 others are not yet finished so it feels like a single house. The pool and patios are lovely, everything is clean and tidy, and the bedrooms are quiet and very spacious and comfortable. We really like the layout. The entire home feels like a nice spa, with simple modern concrete, stone and glass. Rosie has included everything you might need to cook or entertain. And we really liked having caretakers on site in case we had questions. We highly recommend a stay here- walk the property, enjoy the birds. Grab drinks or dinner and watch the sunset at Hotel Pelicano!

Our stay at Rosie's house was very nice, it's a beautiful place with property to match! Rosie was very kind and helpful when we arrived even though she wasn't exactly sure when to expect us due to our only communication via (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) and Wi-Fi signals. The photos of the place are world class so don't expect it to sparkle quite like the picture every night but it's certainly some beautiful architecture very close to Playa Bejuco. Our beds were very comfortable and the showers felt amazing, the pool as well! Our only gripe was that the Wi-Fi was down during the two days of our stay but Rosie said it was an issue with the local service and she called them immediately to have it fixed. No biggie, we survived by finding some local Wi-Fi in Quepos. Thanks again Rosie! - Josh, Jo, & Cheyden too!

The reviews don't lie. Rosie's place is fantastic. Secluded, quiet, and beautiful. If you love wildlife, and your own tucked away space, this is the place for you. A short drive (maybe 2-3 miles) to (in my opinion) the best beach around in Playo Bejuco. It's the quitest and cleanest beach we went to. Rosies house is a 25 minute drive from the hussle and busstle of jaco and a 25 minute drive from Quepos, where other activities are offered. She has connections to people at multiple excursions and businesses and will guide you through the process of make your stay enjoyable. There was a minor maintenence issue with our stay, but Rosie and Bruno did all they could to remedy it while we were there, and I trust they'd be ironed out for future guests. Things happen, but they were diligent in fixing it. Our stay was still fantastic, and i was happy they went out of the way for us. I accidentally checked in too early and she was patient enough to let us put our things down and enjoy the beach while the cleaning was finishing up. The private pool is also an awesome place to relax and marvel at the wildlife. All around, I would definitely recommend this place and return. It captures the essence of Costa Rica.

The listing was completely accurate, the house is EXTREMELY BEAUTIFUL, it's very hard for the house to be properly captured in a photo and when we arrived we were blown away. The views of the property and the trees were fantastic and we saw all kinds of geckos, igaunas and other lizards on the property. We also saw two sloths who hung out in a tree across from the balcony and we watched them sloth around in the tree, pretty incredible! Oh and the pool was excellent as well, super relaxing and when you are in it, you just look off into big banana leaves (or some kind of leaves) which makes the pool experience a blast. But yeah, the house was top notch, it is a little close to the main road but we were never bothered by the noise of cars or anything like that, all I remember was the sound of the ocean from the distance. Thank you Rosie and Bruno for being such great hosts!

We could not have wished for better hosts than Rosie & Bruno! So warm & welcoming, so knowledgeable & enthusiastic, so serviceminded & sweet! Lots of tips pn what to see, where to go & what to do. They booked us in on the Mangrove Monkey tour - a wonderful experience. The house is much bigger than it looks in the photos. We were four adults & two kids & had lots of space. The outdoor shower is great, the pool lovely, the kitchen well-equipped, the lounge spacious & brilliantely air-conditioned after a long day in the sun - and the nature outside very exotic. We saw several scarlet macaws & lots of iguanas. The noise from the road did not bother us at all. The washing machine was not working when we visited, but no problem: The lovely Claribel (caretaker who lives next door) took care of all our laundry for us.

A lovely modern house. Bruno and Rosie were helpful and accommodating. We loved the pool and the pond just below the house had wildlife including herons, kingfishers, caimens and lots of lizards.

Amazing place pictures dont do it justice 24.7 security nice neighborhood easy to get to washer and dryer in unit tons of pillows very clean only $15 uber ride from airport highly recommend

Luis place was just short of amazing. The pictures don't do the views any justice. Penthouse was very clean, organized and had everything you needed to cook a meal. Place was a tad bit hard to find and you definitely want to rent a car. Minor things like the AC in second bedroom was dripping, light in the master bedroom was out and the master bathroom faucet wouldn't run hot water. 9 out of 10

The penthouse apartment is spacious and comfortable. The view is spectacular. Luis was quick to respond to my request for items that we needed like a good frying pan. The building has a guard at the entrance 24/7. The pool and gym are fantastic. Great place to begin or end a tour of Costa Rica! El apartamento penthouse es amplio y confortable. La vista es espectacular. Luis nos respondió en seguida después de pedir cosas que necesitamos como un sartén de calidad. El edificio tiene un guardia en la entrada 24/7. La piscina el gimnasio son fantásticos. Es un buen lugar para comenzar o terminar una gira de Costa Rica.

This is a very nice apartment, spacious and well located. The building is close to the major roads and it's easy. Is the security everywhere and appreciated. It is better to have a car as restaurants, grocery stores and pharmacies are a little distant. The kitchen is equipped very briefly, so that pans tableware. For occupancy of 4 people, it will take from the dishwasher after every meal. At the 15th floor, it is very windy and the wind noise in the windows can disrupt and prevent sleep. It may be advantageous to get earplugs. Overall, we recommend this apartment.

Great place to stay and relax with a great view of both nature & the city. Located in an upscale and safe part of the city, a few blocks away from the U.S embassy.

Absolutely amazing view of San Jose. Quiet location with a 24 gate guard! There's a pool and a gym on site. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone considering staying in San Jose. If this place is available, get it!

The penthouse apartment is as beautiful as the pictures would suggest. A great view of the city as well. We did have some problems with the apartment being ready, but Luis and his son reacted quickly. This is a nice place to stay for a long weekend or week in San Jose.

Beautiful condo! Incredible heated infinity pool and gym 24/7. Guarded, very modern and safe. Close to San Jose center, Escazu, Santa Ana, etc but in a nice residential area and not in the center of San Jose, which is good! Easy access to airport. A great value in a very good area.

We had a great time at Justin's. He was very responsive and helped us out a lot. We would definitely return!

Highly recommend! Justin and his wife are great hosts! Extremely welcoming and have great recommendations for things to do in the area. The view from the home is absolutely breathtaking. I could sit outside on that balcony all day enjoying the view (I did most of the time). The location is on the very top of the hill in a very safe area. I will say it's Costa Rica so it's hot, there are little creatures running around all the time, but nothing that should scare you away from staying here. This was the last home I stayed at in CR and definitely made my trip one to remember. Don't pass this place up!

Justin was great! The condo was perfect for a stop on our road trip & the views were unreal. Will definitely be back next time I visit Costa Rica!

The time at justins house was great. We had a very late arravial,but justin was there to welcome us and showed us everything. Thanks again for filling the fridge for us!

Esterillos Oestes is a lovely little village with locals and ex-pats alike. Justin's Place was very comfortable and safe, walking distance from the beach and a short drive from the local bars etc. I recommend getting there before dark and have a 4x4 due to the steep roads/sign visibility. Overall an awesome place with magical wildlife and adorable dogs in abundance.

Justin and Jessica were fantastic hosts. You are right in the middle of everything to do in the area, and they go out of their way to arrange and book your activities for you. Everything they recommended was perfect. The place itself has the best view on the pacific coast. It's right next to the water with tons of wildlife right outside your door. Our stay lasted about four days which gave us enough time for surfing, hiking, white water rafting, waterfall rappelling, horseback riding, zip lining, and many more activities that were very close to our location. There are also a couple of great restaurants two minutes down the road. We can't wait to come stay here again.

Justin is an amazing host. He was there to greet us at the Surfshop in the middle of town. I was glad to find someone as friendly as Justin to support. He gave my partner and I great knowledge about the area, where to eat and more. The treehouse is BEAUTIFUL and very clean. The waves crashing on the beach was very relaxing. This place is paradise and whenever I go back to Costa Rica I'm staying here!!! Thank you Justin for everything. See you in 2017!

Look, I score as follows: 3 starts if you meet the exception set, 4 starts if you exceed those expectations and really impress, 5 stars if your a wold class resort, 2 starts if your not even trying and 1 if need to cancel my stay. Let me start by saying Justin is a great guy and I really admire his lifestyle. The property that I rented was missing a few key things that I had expected. There was no Hot Tub & there was no Hot/Warm Water. The fixtures need to be updated and the bathroom sink needs water pressure. Now, getting past that. This location is pimp! Get ready for a true Costa Rican experience and rent a 4x4! The house has a great layout and location. Your within driving distance to everything! Enjoy, the hammocks, I loved the chairs, breezy, sunrise/sunsets, rain, view, everything! I will recommend this location to all my friends and will look forward to returning back in the next few years. Thank you for such a wonderful experience, Justin!

My brother, my friend, and I spent 4 nights at David place in late April 2015. David is a wonderful host. Upon arrival he gave us a quick overview of the property and a few recommendations on places to check out in the surrounding area. The house was beautiful and clean. I loved David’s modern design work. The open setup was perfect for us. I would highly recommend staying here. It is in a great location (close to beach and restaurant).

A very comfortable and cozy house. Modern and practical architecture. A 10 minute walk from Guiones beach - perfect place to learn and practice surfing - and 10 more to Pelada beach great to relax. David (the host) makes you feel its your house. The kitchen is fine and the refrigerator is ample. Many restaurants close by. Best surf school on the way to beach. A mini market (expensive) for last minute things. Great smoothies next door. Safe. Quiet. The chill out mini pool and hang out terrace are great at night. My wife and my two sons (14-11) and I will love to be back asap. So we won't call it the perfect house because it's not ours but.....

David was very friendly and hospitable and is readily available for questions. He knows a lot about the area. The house was modern, spacious and comfortable and in a convenient location. The only caveat is that the roads around Nosara are terrible so if you are getting a vehicle get an 4 wheel drive or a atv in town. Don't drive at night if you can help it. I found David's instructions to Casa David a little confusing. If you follow the signs from Samara to Nosara, pass the National Car Rental sign on the right, then follow the signs for 4Uhostal you will find it. The driveway to the house is on the left between La Creperie and 4Uhostal, The house adjacent to La Creperie. We enjoyed are stay very much! Beach is close enough to walk to. I went to Nosara in part for yoga and the studios were within walking distance as well.

David is an amazing host and his house is beautiful. He was so helpful from the very beginning of our trip until the last moments. David helped us with things to do in town, where to get the best deals on goods and services, setting up transportation, etc. The house was clean and stocked with all the essentials. It truly was like being in your own second home (but let's face it, it's a likely much cooler home than what we live in at home). The house is also in a nice location, secluded enough to be quiet but walking distance to the beach, market, and many restaurants. Thanks for providing us with a wonderful and memorable trip, David!

Beautifully designed and crafted, Casa David is also conveniently located. The backyard space is great in the early morning and after sundown. There are several ceiling fans, but the house does get warm, so we really appreciated the AC.

We loved Casa David it was beautiful and the location was great. We were walking distant from the best restaurants and beaches and yoga. David was around if we needed anything he is amazing! Thank you Dr the best stay in Nosara

Our TRIP to Nosara,Playa Guiones was unforgettable and David's beautiful home was a huge part of that! We rented a car from Liberia and drove directly to Playa Conchal. We had a little delay from using our (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) maps because a river crossing was too deep, so follow David's directions to go through Nicoya. We arrived late and David stayed up very nicely to offer food, drink and welcome us. He was very helpful to us and our three girls to show us the great places to eat and tours to use. His house is very clean, well designed and decorated very nicely. We stayed 8 days and His home made our trip that much more memorable. Cheers David!!!

Our stay at La Casa de David in Nosara was wonderful place. David is a lovely and professional host, who is sharing his experience and passion for Costa Rica. La Casa de David 'Loft Type' brought us all the expected amenities, and is very well located. A remake we would opt for a transit flight between San Juan and Nosara, instead of renting a car in San José Airport, and we would rent Quad on site. The Quad is definitely moving average adhoc Costa Rica. Una Pura Vida Experienca! Our stay at La Casa de David in Nosara was wonderful. David is a charming and professional host Who shared His experience and passion for Costa Rica. The Casa David 'Loft Type' has brought` us all the expected comfort, and is very well located. To Would we do it again opt for a flat transit entre San Juan and Nosara, INSTEAD of renting a car at the airport of San José, and we Would rent Quads on the spot. The Quad is definitely the moyen de adhoc traveling in Costa Rica. Una Pura Vida Experienca!

One of the most tranquil, clean and unique places I've ever stayed in. I couldn't recommend it more. Jean and her husband are incredibly friendly and kind and the house is a complete haven. Highly recommend anyone to stay there if travelling through Costa Rica!

Jean was a great host. Gave us directions and was promptly available upon our arrival. The lodging is well depicted and described in the photos and information available. Easy 40 minute commute to Dollar rental car from the property.

Jean was an excellent host! Her directions to the location were spot on, in what could have been a difficult landscape to navigate. Jean and her husband went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and even provided some excellent recommendations for food during our stay! It was a great end to our weekend.

Just returning from a 12 day trip exploring Costa Rica. For the first 2 nights of my trip, I (along with my boyfriend) stayed with Jean and Al in their guesthouse, The Rancho. In a lovely little neighbourhood, just 5-10 minutes drive from downtown Atenas, The Rancho is settled on Jean and Al's stunning 4 acre property. The Rancho was clean and had its own rustic flare. Jean and Al were more than accommodating, inviting us to freely explore their gorgeous property. They have a beautiful observatory deck on the highest point of their land where you can overlook the valley. Staying in this guesthouse, we were immersed into the Costa Rican natural environment. For nature lovers, Jean and Al's guesthouse is highly recommended! There is a restaurant within walking distance that had all your typical Costa Rican dishes. We ate here twice, and both times were very good! Jean and Al were gracious in providing us with granola and bagels, as well as fresh organic fruit picked from their property. I would recommend these accommodations to any family and/or friends that were planning to travel Costa Rica.

Jean was a wonderful host, and the treehouse is really a unique and interesting. The grounds are really beautiful, and the treehouse is impeccably maintained and gives you a true one-with-nature experience. Unfortunately for us, an unforeseen issue back home caused us to cut our visit short, but we recommend this property if you are looking for a truly unique Costa Rican experience! Thank you again Jean for your hospitality.

Jean and Al were ideal hosts, and they have created a magical getaway in Costa Rica on their dream property. Between the house's prime location on a lily-filled lake to the kindness of Al and Jean, this getaway is a must for those who want an inspired, beautiful space and love being connected to nature's rhythm.

What a unique place! We stayed here on our first night in Costa Rica, and it was the perfect way to tell ourselves "We're on vacation now". Jean and Al were gracious hosts, and really made us feel quite welcome. Right before dark, there was a heavy rain storm, and we sat and watched the rain, listened to the thunder, and watched sapos (huge frogs) swim in the pond below. My only regret is that we didn't spend another night there. The location is perfect for your first or last nights in CR, since it is close enough to San Jose International that you can get to and from there easily, without being in San Jose.

What an amazing couple of nights! It was our very first trip to Costa Rica and Jean and Al's beautiful property did not disappoint. Both hosts were helpful and provided support to help us explore the area. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to leave the hustle and bustle behind and experience nature!

I had a very good experience at this place. The location is great, the view from the high floor is great and the bed is great :) Marie's handyman Juan Jose welcomed us and was very nice with everything even though we arrived later than expected. Highly recommended!

Marie was a great host. Impeccable customer service and very nice. Got back very fast to all our emails. Our flight was delayed and we couldn't meet at the time we had set up but she was awesome enough to come later in the evening when we finally did arrive. The apartment is spectacular. Way better then we had expected. Really clean, every amenity you could want and in an ideal location. Very safe and near pretty much everything. I would and will stay here again no doubt when I'm back in San Jose.

This place looks great in the pictures but it's even better in person! The apartment is a wonderful little oasis in the busy city of San Jose and the location couldn't be better. With the food market and the main strip just a few blocks down, this would be the ideal place to stay. Though I never got to meet Marie in person, she was very sweet whenever I messaged her or phoned her. I highly recommend this location- you Won't be disappointed :)

The apartment is a great size and complete with everything you might need for a comfortable stay! We wish we were able to stay longer to explore the area better but is located right in the hub of downtown San Jose. Marie was unable to meet us however her handyman was there to greet us and make sure everything was just right - an easy arrival and departure, he was very obliging... Oh and the bedding is super comfortable!!

Very responsive and communicative host which made our stay so easy.  Maria's daughter lives in the same building and was very friendly in helping us get settled in.  Laundry facilities on site were great to have.  Apartment is really spacious and super clean.  Well stocked kitchen made cooking a delight while peering out over the San Jose skyline.  Maria was flexible on check in and check out which was perfect for us as our flight out of SJ wasn't until later in the evening.

Marie's place was just as pictured. Comfortable & clean! We were looking for a central location to explore the city as well as go on excursions outside the city so this location really worked out for us. Marie was also very responsive to any questions we had before & during our stay. I had also been traveling CR for a week before & was very gracious that I was able to do my laundry there!

Great second night , maria was very helpful yet again in helping with information to get to a restaurant and booked our return taxi to the airport . I had reservations about air B and B from Miami but if more are like Maria's I would recommend it as she has thought of everything ! Thanks for a great start and end to our brilliant holiday . We love Costa Rica

Marie gave us lots of helpful information about the surrounding area, including advice on exchanging currency, getting SIM cards for our phones, areas to visit and avoid, etc. Her apartment was spacious and perfect for our short stay in San Jose!

This was a great and easy place to stay! Marie was incredible in helping us get from the airport and offering options to see. Would absolutely stay here again!

Marie was very kind and helpful. I had a few questions for her during our stay that she answered very quickly. The apartment is conveniently located and perfect for a short stay.

Marie's apartment is great! It is very nice and clean, and in the perfect location in San Jose. It was very easy to walk everywhere, and there was plenty to do nearby. We were only spending one day and night t Marie's place, and were pretty tired from traveling all week. We did some walking and then decided to head back to the room and drink wine and make food at the apartment - it was perfect! Marie provides you with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Marie wasn't able to meet us at the apartment, but she made sure to make arrangements for someone to meet us, and we had everything we needed! Marie is very quick to answer any questions you have! She was willing to arrange transportation to the airport for us, and this was very helpful! We definitely recommend staying at Marie's place!

Nice apartment, great host.

Excellent location! It's within walking distance to all the major museums, souvenir markets and historical landmarks. The block across the place you can find an atm machine and a telco shop selling local sim cards. It is 2 blocks away from a grocery too! I could always go back to the place and take a quick shower when i'm sweaty from a bike tour or just leave my bulky souvenirs whenever i feel like it. It is also near the holiday inn hotel (which is helpful in tour meet ups and giving directions since CR bldgs have no exact addresses). Plus (and this is a big plus), the place is SPOTLESS and feels very safe. The only cons: the street noise could get a bit loud if you open the windows, and the tv cable shows are all in spanish. Would definitely recommend this to anyone exploring San Jose.

Lovely well located apartment that is extremely clean, with a pretty complete set of amenities - hair dryer, umbrella, oven, microwave, pots / pans. Within walking distance to attractions. If you are worried about noise, this apartment usually quiet apart from the occasional horns from buses downstairs. As we travelled with an infant, Marie provided a bassinet even though we did not ask for one - which was a very pleasant surprise.

Marie's place was perfect for me. I loved the open loft feel and the place was clean and spotless! I was traveling solo, and I felt completely safe here. It was conveniently located close to so many attractions, and the grocery store was also walking distance, which came in handy! Marie was so helpful and even arranged a taxi for me to pick me up from the airport. I can't wait to visit San Jose! I'm definitely staying here again!

Wonderful, well-equipped spot in the heart of San José. All you need for one or two people to have a very comfortable stay. Being a few stories above street level takes you somewhat out of the hustle and bustle of the busy city. Marie was very easy to contact and the staff very helpful. I will come back!

What a fantastic stay! Not sure where to begin. First off, Joseph is incredibly helpful and resposive when organizing details. The farm itself is such a lovely place with fantastic people living and working there. If you can arrange it, have meals with them! The food is grown on the farm, is prepared perfectly, and is delicious. The perfect trifecta :) The treehouse itself-- what talent to build this! It's a true treehouse as described. Built into the tree and is very well constructed with full electric and water. We were lucky enough to have the resident howler monkeys hanging in the tree above us for a couple days. Great way to get a close up and observe these furry friends. Well worth a visit!

Staying in tree house for two days was one of the BEST experiences we have ever had! We felt very welcomed by Jaques, she gave us organic bananas and mangos, loada of advice abiut the area etc. we felt safe in the surroundings and loved by mother nature. Thank you Joseph for sharing this wonderful place with the world...

We had 3 wonderful nights and every day were awakened by sounds of monkeys and parrots. The tree house corresponds to the pictures and our expectations were fully met. Since there are only small and more expensive supermarkets nearby, best to bring sufficient provisions for catering. Can the experience only recommend!

My friend and I had an INCREDIBLE time in the treehouse. We didn't want to leave. The house is well-equipped and very comfortable. The toilet and shower are both secluded enough for it not to be an issue (I loved the shower - it was amazing being private to the house whilst totally 'open air' and able to see the wildlife. There is even a TV and a sound system, so we enjoyed making our morning coffee whilst listening to music and podcasts. We didn't hire a car, but you can walk to Montezuma from the farm in around 40-50 minutes (we are both late twenties and pretty fit though - if you more than a little unfit or infirm then I recommend a hire car or call taxis. We tended to get taxis back no problem). We didn't get to meet Joseph but he was very communicative and helpful; we did meet Jacques, Kelsey and Julio who were so welcoming. If you're thinking about this place don't think, just book! Truly one of the best experiences of my life.

Sacred Geome Tree was an absolutely wonderful experience. It was romantic and a chance to be more in touch with nature. The birds woke us gently in the morning with song, and the frogs croaked us to sleep at night. Do note that this is an actual tree house, you must be reasonably careful moving around. You should be ok with heights, bugs, and lizards. If you can handle those things, this is a must stay location. We briefly met some of the volunteers and farm workers, all were welcoming and helpful! Do a tour to learn about all they are doing. Also, check out nearby Tierra y Fuego for dinner, they have some of the most delicious Italian I have had. We rented a car just for this portion of our trip, and were glad we did. It would be quite a trek on foot. Via car we were able to explore various beach towns in the area.

The treehouse was a magical place to stay. It was great to cook our own dinner in the open air while listening to howler monkeys. It is part of a farm so there is lots of activity going on around.

Our stay was one of the coolest part of our Costa Rica trip! The photos and description were very accurate. We were worried about the bugs but really they weren't bad, considering you're in an open air treehouse. A few are to be expected. The farm was also beautiful and fun to explore. Overall it was a fantastic experience in a beautiful, unique location!

The tree house was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. For being literally in nature, it was clean and comfortable. It is a 10 minute ride outside of town so a rental car is needed. It is on a yoga retreat center (however still very private) so we felt very safe. Joseph was communicative and helpful answering questions as I planned my trip.

Really unique, beautiful, secure and affordable place close to everything -- once you get up the mountain. I'm really glad we found this place for our night in Escazu.

Raymond's place was beautiful. Would love to stay there again. I wish I had more time!

Overall the stay was good. We were really only here to stay the night as we got in to San Jose really late. I read a review a little ways back regarding a guy complaining about Raymond not letting him in due to his arrival being late. My boyfriend and I got here at pretty much mid night and had no issue with the guards. Jackson the guard was super friendly! Raymond was very accommodating and good with communication. Thank you

Very nice and quiet place, exelent for relaxing, very enjoyable place

Beautiful location. Removed, safe, and scenic. You feel like you are sleeping in the rainforest. It was nice to have a small little kitchen. Great place to have wine on the balcony and enjoy the mountains.

It was a quiet place! Enjoyed our stay. Ray was a great host always making sure had anyhting we needed.

Its a hard place to find but once we found it the place was amazing. The room looks just like the pictures, there is an awesome rooftop deck that has an amazing view and is great for pictures. The host gave great recommendations for restaurants in the area.

My husband and I had an amazing stay at Villa Cortez Amarillo. Raymond was an excellent host once again (we've stayed here once before). We came to San Jose to have our baby and so planned to stay for a month. Ray was very accommodating about lots of details that allowed my husband to work from the cabina and for us both to be very comfortable. Our little one came early and Ray again was incredibly graceful - giving us planty of privacy while at the same time making sure we had everything we need. Our first night with our newborn he also arranged to have a pizza delivered so we didn't have to cook - a godsend! I can't recommend this little slice of paradise in the city enough.