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Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance

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Beach nearby, beach towels
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Property grounds
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Puerto Viejo, Cocles, Limon
  • Popular LocationPlaya Cocles20 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Chiquita10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPunta Uva Beach10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance

Casa del Bosque is a secluded, romantic and very spacious one bedroom house with a private plunge pool. It is the perfect romantic hideaway, immersed in a jungle garden with a river and lots of wildlife.

Geckoes Lodge is within walking distance from gorgeous beaches (1.5km) and all amenities, and only at a 5 min. drive to lively Puerto Viejo and 30 min. to Cahuita National Park.

House features:
* Large bedroom with Queen size bed, dressing table, writing table & easy chairs
* Dressing area with safe
* Spacious full bathroom with double washbasins & rainforest shower
* Living & dining space with hammock, rockers and sofa, dining area & breakfast bar
* Fully fitted kitchen with all basics & 18L bottled water
* Private plunge pool with terrace, loungers, barbecue & outdoor dining furniture
* Fiber optic wifi

Experience barefoot luxury on the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica, where the jungle meets the ocean.

Property manager

Tine & René

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Table tennis
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 969 sq ft (90 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Located in Cahuita, this villa is on a river. Punta Uva Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Cahuita National Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 20 min walk
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 4 min drive
  • Playa Chiquita - 10 min drive
  • Punta Uva Beach - 10 min drive
  • Black Beach - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Nena - 16 min walk
  • El Rincón Porteño - 4 min drive
  • Noa Beach Club - 19 min walk
  • Tasty Waves Cantina - 4 min drive
  • Pizzeria Dalilí - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic getaway with plunge pool in jungle garden, beaches at walking distance located?

This family-friendly Cahuita villa is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Cocles and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo. Talamanca Family Art and Playa Chiquita are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
Very peaceful, comfortable and I highly recommend this VRBO
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Perfect for couples! The location and amenities are absolutely perfect as the property was located a short drive from the main road. Nearby Puerto Viejo was a frequent trip (5-10 min), several beaches, restaurants, and shops, were all within a similar range as well. It felt like paradise, especially with all the wildlife right outside your door. We were greeted by Toucans each morning. The plunge pool was very refreshing, and we loved the open concept of the kitchen/dining areas. We cannot wait to visit Costa Rica again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical hideaway
A very relaxing and comfortable stay. Close to Cocles (1 mile walk), a pleasant small town with good shops & reasonable restaurants. We just enjoyed relaxing in the beautiful private gardens by day and cooking in the (ok equipped) outdoor kitchen in the evenings. Nice beach walks and nature preserves nearby too.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Tabitha S., Boston, Mass.

Truly beautiful property, great privacy
Our stay was absolutely lovely. We were able to be completely independent, even with the owner's home being on the same property, there was plenty of seclusion. The owners' son alerted us to a nest with baby hummingbirds and a sloth on the property, which we enjoyed visiting several times. Owners were very friendly but not obtrusive, they completely left us on our own other than stopping by to welcome us briefly on the night of our arrival and a few brief interactions - they even brought us fresh bread on our first morning. Here, you are surrounded by gorgeous, lush jungle flora and the most amazing sounds all day & night - toucans, howler monkeys (though we never saw one) and lots of wildlife. Strolling along the driveway alone was just stunning. We barely left the property except to go out for meals. The jungle is constantly dropping debris into the plunge pool but that's just how it is, it didn't bother us, and they have someone come every day to skim the pool and perform housekeeping, which exceeded our expectations. The home is extremely well built. The bedroom was spacious and romantic with a huge, separate closet/dressing area. The kitchen had all the basics. The living and kitchen area is completely open but stays dry even during the fantastic downpours we experienced each night. The bathroom had a big shower but no hot water, which is no problem for me but my husband couldn't handle it. The owner came and serviced the hot water heater but it only sent hot water to the kitchen sink. There is little that could improve on this vacation rental except for maybe a second hammock (or sofa) as the hammock wasn't big enough for two and I felt guilty enjoying it while my husband sat in a chair reading his book LOL, and maybe a couple more towels as things don't dry too quickly in the rainforest. We had asked the owner ahead of time if we could arrange for massages at home (I didn't want to invite anyone over without their approval) but they never followed up on that. After a few days, we discovered a folder with a bunch of info on things do, including a spa. You'll definitely want a 4x4 vehicle for the road and driveway, it's about a 10 min drive into Puerto Viejo - best meals we had were at Soda Lidia and breakfast at Bread & Chocolate. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this rental, our stay was stellar. These will be fond memories for a lifetime.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kamilla K., Bayern / Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Zauberhaft!
Dieser Unterkunft ist erstaunlich schön...real sieht noch besser aus wie auf den Bilder. Umgeben von "lebendiger"Jungel! Diese Geräuche muss man hören, den Duft wahrnemen...himmlich! Vögl und Tiere (Waschbären, Goldhasen,Faultiere,Affen,Kolibris und Tukane) haben weniger Scheu und zeigen sich gerne direkt vor den Haustür. Reinigungsservice excellent! Super sauber, sehr nette Mitarbetern. Gastgeber: Tine&Rene- Ihre hervorragende Gästebetreung ist kaum zu übertreffen! Sehr freundlich! Wer sich für dieser Domizil entscheidet, wird sicher nicht entteucht sein. Ich kann es nur herzlich empfehlen!
Stayed 31 nights in Dec 2023