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Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views

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Expansive ocean views to the south - 100 miles to Osa Peninsula
3 acre gardens with exotic fruit trees and flowers
Bali-style. Wrap-around patios.
Dining with a view
Toucans in the trees

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Matapalo, Puntarenas
  • Matapalo Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Linda Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Loft Game & Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Penthouse Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Sunrise Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Sunset Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Toucan Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views

SUNRISE SUNSET VILLA, 5BD/5BA - (Sleeps 10) Entire property just for your group. Spectacular views and privacy on the coast ridge above Matapalo and Dominical. Ideal for relaxing holidays and virtual nomads. Unobstructed, magnificent vistas of the Pacific Ocean and multiple mountain ranges. All amenities. Fully furnished. Infinity pool, good Wi-Fi, full kitchen, washer, dining, work areas and smart TV. Close to popular activities, beaches and cafes. View wildlife from the pool and enjoy fruit from the 3-acre garden. At 1500 foot elevation, enjoy cooler temperatures, listen to the surf below and no traffic noise. Over 2500 sq feet on 3 private acres. Nearest neighbor is a boutique hotel ~1/2 mile away. All natural energy and mountain spring water.

DETAILS: A place to thrive and have it all! Whether you are doing an extended stay or a virtual nomad stay, this highly rated property is available for weekly, month-to-month and discounted longer rentals. Top-of-the-world views of the ocean and mountain ranges, with unobstructed views and privacy. This is authentic Costa Rica. Walk right in to a fully furnished house including multiple areas for work and relaxation, and all the essentials with bedding and linens, pots and pans. Solid good wifi. This is an all natural, off-grid property with natural mountain spring water from the tap. With cooler temperatures at 1500', especially at night, open ventilation and fans keep you comfortable. No A/C. All rooms are on one level, with penthouse and loft bedroom up a flight.

GUEST ACCESS: 4WD access. Allow 15 minutes from the coastal highway. Ascend 1500 feet over 3 miles to the coastal ridge, passing teak and bamboo forests and huge vistas, on a county maintained dirt/gravel road. For steep and rough spots, reserve a high-clearance 4x4, such as Toyota Prada, Nissan Patrol, Mitsubishi Montero. These are readily available at affordable rates when reserved in advance. It's a little extra effort for astounding views! There is ample covered parking at the house.

ROOMS IN THE VILLA:
Great room - Kitchen, dining, decks, seating area
Infinity pool
Master bedroom, ensuite bathroom
Sunrise bedroom, ensuite bathroom
Sunset bedroom, ensuite bathroom
Penthouse Suite, adjoining bathroom
Family room/loft bedroom, ensuite bathroom
Open and covered patios
Large carport
Laundry (washer, drying lines)
Decks and outdoor seating
3-acres with fruit trees and primal forest
Wild life abounds!

Private for your group! There are no other renters and no on-site caretaker on the property. Our local management team is ready to assist with your needs.


Come for the Sunrise. Stay for the Sunset.

Property manager

Lenore Sempell

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
This property has pool accessible from all rooms
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Prior approval required for events over 10 people.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoors smoking only. No smoking in rooms.
* CAUTION: The infinity pool is not fenced or gated. This property may not be suitable for families with young non-swimmers.
* You are visiting the most biodiverse country in the Americas. Watch your step, avoid tall grass. Be safe.
* Loud music and voices travel in the still of the night. QUIET HOURS are 10pm - 8am. Please respect neighbors.

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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
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Note from host: Prior approval required for events over 10 people.
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Savegre

Located in Savegre, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Hacienda Baru and Titi Canopy are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Matapalo Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Matapalo, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 13 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Linda Beach - 15 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 22 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Playa Dominical - 24 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 61 min drive - 42.4 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Langosta Feliz - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Patio Café & Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Alegría - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La Fiesta Del Chicarron - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Pacifico lobby bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Paradise: Spacious 5BD Ocean & Mt Views located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Matapalo Beach, Linda Beach and Playa Hatillo. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Earth

Stayed here for three nights. Walked around the entire property. Enjoyed a very well groomed garden with variety of tropical fruits. Prepared food with ease. Slept comfortably without AC. The road is bad but I have experience a lot worse. Ensure you just have a 4x4 with enough clearance. We used an FJ Cruiser and it was more than enough. The owner and local hosts are great and can give you advice on your stay. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view

The house and property were great for our group as there is a lot of room for everyone to do their own thing. The views and quiet were amazing! So many birds! The property was fun to explore and we enjoyed starfruit and bananas we picked ourselves.The road to the house can be challenging for someone new to driving up a mountain. I highly recommend a mid to large 4 x 4 with good clearance. The property manager, Jonathan, was so great to deal with. He was very kind and considerate and promptly looked after any requests or needs we had. There are no lawn chairs or beach chairs so I bought some and sold them before we left.**NOTE: I had a very difficult incident with a woman who lives up the road from the house while on a walk. I did not trespass, stayed on the main road and was minding my own business. If you’re into hiking/walking/exploring, I would request clarification from the owner as to where one is authorized to walk**
Stayed 41 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Francis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View!

This beautifully situated house in the hills above Matapalo is generally clean and functional. The pool is very nice and the kitchen is modern but without a dishwasher. The washing machine was not functional and the dryer is not accessible for guest use. The property manager, Jhonnathan, was very helpful in a number of ways and helped us book a fantastic fishing trip. The biggest problem was the road, which was in very poor condition and difficult to drive safely even with a 4 x 4, esp. when it rains.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get-away

It was a great house in a very private location. The views are unbelievable!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Great place and remote location getaway! Once you get acclimated to drive up!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn’t be more aptly named. Truly spectacular sunrise and sunsets. Well wo

Super easy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Most definitely rent a 4x4. Takes a couple of days to get use to the drive up but the view is worth it! Lots of tours close by, which I loved! Surfing, rafting and zip lining are a must!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

We had a lovely stay up in the mountains. The view is breathtaking, the pictures don’t do it justice. When you’re up above the clouds your problems will melt away. We were sad to leave, but excited to come back. The host was very accommodating to our needs, and helped us have the best stay possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house and view

The view from the house is even more beautiful in person. The check-in process was great. There are tons of fruit trees all over the property. We saw lots of wildlife and very much enjoyed the pool. For sure need a 4x4 for the trek up the mountain. It was not too bad as long as it wasn’t muddy (but still not too bad). I definitely recommend this house and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Elliot R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing in quepos

Incredible view, beautiful house and scenery. Great pool. There is Filtered water. Very remote- it takes roughly one hour to drive from house to quepos marina or Manuel Antonio. The road up the mountain is an adventure- about 20 minutes one way. Very steep. No AC- it cools to about 70F plus or minus a few degrees at night with fans. Nice owner and staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michele C.

breathtaking views

We loved our time at this home. Gwendy and Zoltan ( and Christian) were wonderful people and made our stay extra special! The directions to the house were fabulous, but we were glad that Zoltan helped us with our first trip up the mountain. A 4 wheel drive is a must, and also GPS. We were the first to use the new kitchen and cabin, and although there were a few glitches with the stove and water, all was repaired and we enjoyed using this area. The cabin is a nice big area with it's own deck that makes you feel like you are sleeping in a tree house.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Beautiful stay on top of the world!

We had a wonderful stay at Zoltan's mountain-top retreat. The vista was absolutely gorgeous and Zoltan was very friendly, giving us some fruits from the property to try and showing us some local places to go. Loved the dogs and other friendly animals on the property too! Driving up the mountain is not for the faint of heart; rent the best SUV you can and you should be fine. Keep in mind the property is solar-powered so the water can be a bit cold at times, but the hot weather more than makes up for this! If you don't mind the 20 minute drive up and down the mountain, there's tons of hikes and beautiful beaches nearby, which we took advantage of each day for the 2 weeks we were there. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Yorkge D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous views

My husband and I rented this property for a getaway. We were a group of 5 adults. We enjoyed our stay very much. The view from the property was amazing and we loved being surrounded by nature! We did have to wait quite a while to pick up the keys, as the person who was supposed to give us the keys kept us waiting on the road. The house and cabin were very clean and the beds comfortable. The refrigerator of the house was not working well, so we had to use the small refrigerator from the cabin. This was a bit inconvenient. Overall, the wonderful location "away from it all", the clean house, and gorgeous views made up for the minor issues. As long as you have a 4x4 and an adventurous driver, you will be fine on the road. We would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jungle villa overlooking the Pacific

The photos do not do the vista justice-an open air panorama of mountains, jungle, and the Pacific from an elevation of 1500 feet. A spectacular view from an infinity pool awaits you every day. This place is all solar, off the grid. It takes 20-25 minutes to drive there off the main road. Four wheel drive is an absolute necessity. When you arrive, you’ll be greeted dogs, cats, and chickens. The place is modern and well laid out. You cannot see or hear neighbors except for an occasional person driving by. We stayed for two weeks and missed the solitude the day we left. The owner was not there during our stay. So, except for occasional visits by the caretakers, we were alone. It was a great experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bailey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

We had a wonderful time! Our family spent 4 weeks at this wonderful house. The view is amazing. The jungle is wonderful. The beach is wonderful. The people are wonderful. It is very secluded. A person certainly needs four wheel drive to stay here, but it is worth it. A person is 15 minutes from the beach at Playa Matapalo (good for wading, walking, and fishing, not for surfing or swimming). There is also a wonderful ice cream shop about 15 minutes away. Dominical is only about 20-25 minutes away with fun shops and great fishing and surfing (also has organic/gf foods if a person has special dietary needs). Quepos is only about 45 minutes away and is a larger city if people have more needs. A million things to do in the area. Some cost money, some do not. The property owner and the property manager are very attentive to people’s requests and concerns. Any questions about the property, safety, culture or anything a person may not understand, they are more than willing to help with. The cultural climate of Costa Rica is relaxed (NOT lazy). The term “Pura Vida” certainly applies to this house as well as this country. We would absolutely stay again!!!!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kersti K.

Incredible Vacation Retreat

I cannot say enough times how incredible this place was. We did some travelling within Costa Rica for a 10 day trip in December and stayed here for 4 nights of our trip. We were originally concerned we were staying in one place too long but could have stayed here the entire time. First, Zoltan is a great host, he is friendly, welcoming, and provided us with some great recommendations. We explored the area in all directions from the house, and I'm sure there was still more to explore. There are some incredibly quiet and serene beaches nearby, great hiking spots and waterfalls, as well as local towns and Manuel Antonio National Park. Just like the other reviews, you should really have a 4x4 rental car to get up the hill to the house (we found this was just good to have in CR in general) and make sure you do the first drive in daylight, but after the first drive up we didn't have any issues. It does take some time getting up the hill (15 -30 minutes) but the drive is beautiful and definitely worth it. The house itself is beautiful, with the main parts open to the air and the pool. The kitchen/dining and pool area is shared with Zoltan. The guest quarters are on one side of the house, with two bedrooms and bathrooms that are very private. They both have incredible views of the ocean and the surrounding mountains. We highly highly recommend staying here, and hope we will be heading back soon ourselves, this is truly one of the greatest homeaways we have ever booked!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

anna a.

Amazing

It was absolutely wonderful vacation. The pictures on the website could not fully reflect the true beauty of the place. In reality, it looked like paradise from above. The view of the sky and mountains were unrealistically amazing. We watched wildlife appearing each morning with the sunrise. It was very quite and private place of the solitude. The view from the terrace - breathtaking! Gigantic pool with pure blue water filled our vacation with complete joy, and it was unforgettable. The rooms were very clean with the quine beds and comfortable mattresses. Kitchen had a lot of utensils, and dishes/ pots were in good condition. The hosts, Zoltan and Wendy, were friendly to us, caring, and always ready to help. WI-FI was working without any problems. Some suggestion to tourists who decide to chose the place is that when you rent a car, make sure that the tires are good for mountain roads, otherwise, it can be a challenge. Also, the address for the house cannot be detected by GPS, so you should follow carefully a thourogh instruction provided by the owner. We had troubles finding the right road, but thanks to Zoltan, as he kindly met us down the road and together we wheeled up to the house. In addition, Zoltan and Gwendy very frequently offered us fresh fruits and vegetables picked out of their garden, and they were delicious! We also accepted some trips from the host. Zoltan was able to show us beautiful waterfall, rivers, and beaches where we together enjoyed the miraculous sunset full of colors and mystery. My friend and I had restful and unforgettable time there, and we definitely would like to recommend this place to others and, certainly, we would like to return to this paradise again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2018

2/10 Terrible

Emmanuella R.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Un vrai désastre/real mess

En partant, l’annonce est erronée. Elle indique que le prix inclu petit déjeuner, mais c’est faux. Ellle demande d’avoir un 4x4 pour accéder le logement, mais je vous dis honnêtement, ça prend un cascadeur, quelqu’un qui aime l’adrénaline, un aventurier pour aller là bas. Imagine passer exactement 25mn sous la pluie dans une route sinueuse, rocailleuse, glissante où l’on traverse cours d’eau, riverain. C’est déconseillé sur toute la ligne. Belle piscine, mais insécure, on peut tomber facilement du falaise. Pas du tout reposant pour une famille. Reptile partout. Imagine leur cri la nuit. Une vraie bluffe!!! Tout ce qui compte pour la propriétaire, c’est d’être bien noté sur Vrbo. Votre sécurité importe peu. C’est pas sans raison qu’elle ne donne pas la possibilité d’annuler le séjour. Elle joue beaucoup sur les mots. Elle pourra vous dire que c’était bien indiqué sur le site… mais je vous dis ce qui est vrai et j’ai des vidéos. La route est dangereuse, n’amenez pas votre famille. Comme suggestion, elle propose un chauffeur à 60$usd par trajet, imagine, à 15h il commence déjà à faire noir et il pleut quasiment à tous les jours. C’est une vrai prison en apparence luxueux. On voit à peine la mer, méfiez-vous!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bert K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Schöner Urlaub

Das Objekt die Lage einfach traumhaft. Anfahrt zum Objekt nur mit 4x4 möglich aber wie geschrieben dafür ist man absolut für sich und kann toll entspannen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

ashley s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning view with open space for large family

The view was fantastic and the open areas allowed family to gather or separate into their rooms. Recommendation to get a high clearance 4x4 especially in rainy sesson august due to road up to the house. Close to the beach, Uvita Whale Tale and such. The house is located in the forest area so expect critters to visit and frogs at night.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Dustin K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glamping with a spectacular view...

Cannot beat the beautiful view of the jungle and ocean. It's amazing. Lots of things to see when driving to and from the property. The property itself is self sufficient which is cool, and is open to all the jungle has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breathe in the natural setting of Costa Rica

This was our first visit to Costa Rica and was a combination of family reunion and exploration. Our host was so very helpful in giving suggestions and advising us accordingly. Our mountain retreat gave us the flavor of the costa rica natural habitat with its breathtaking view from the infinity pool (which we used alot) and the rising and falling sounds of the jungle. The road up to the property definately requires a four wheel drive vehicle which our host was very clear about. It was lovely to go to the beach etc and come back to the natural environment that was cooler than down by the ocean.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 Miles to Paradise

Spectacular view await. Once you turn off the coastal highway, it is a three mile climb up the ridge to a little piece of paradise. Zoltan and the goats meet you at the retreat surrounded by the fruit trees he has planted. The picture of the property on the website shows the infinity pool and the view of the ocean in the large indoor/outdoor space which is the "living room" for the property. We stayed in the "cabina", a charming and rustic structure immediately adjoining the main house. The breezes thru the shutters cooled us as at night as we listened to the birds and the howler monkeys. Zoltan cooked us a fish dinner one night, delicious! We enjoyed day trips to the Manuel Antonio Park (not to be missed!), and wonderful black sand beach. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay surrounded by nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

vaughan r.

On top of the world view and experience

Staying at this property was definitely a highlight of our trip. It's off the bean path and it's not 5 star because it's fancy and "perfect", it is 5 star because it's a wonderful unique experience with amazing views and lovely hosts. We are a family of 4 from Oregon. The drive up definitely required 4 wheel drive and I was white knuckled a bit just knowing we needed our rental car to get us through the whole trip. It really was fine but I wouldn't do it at night and can imagine it would be tricky in wet weather. Once there we were greeted by the dogs which I LOVED. Super sweet outdoor dogs that keep an eye on things. The view is outstanding. I felt like I was on top of the world and the pool was a great place to be in while experiencing the views. The property is impressive .. over 300 fruit trees, peppercorns, coffee plants, turkeys, chickens etc. While not everything is producing fruit yet, just seeing all the varieties was so cool. The owners live on site and are super low key and enjoyable to talk to. Zolton took our family of 4 out on an afternoon visit to a swiming hole that everyone loved. Breakfast 'included' for us was fresh farm eggs that we cooked ourselves in our kitchen and they offered fresh fruit and bread. Zolton also got some 'kids'cereal which was thoughtful since it's good for us ALL to be happy on vacation! The property is on solar so a couple nights we ran out of power in the evening. They offered the generator but we figured it was part of the experience, so flashlights and candles did the trick until the morning when the sun came out and it went back on. Just keep your phone charged in case you like that sense of security. (Also you can hear the neighboring hotel just enough to NOT be a nuisance but to know you aren't alone in the middle of the jungle). One of the things I love most is the open air kitchen and dining area where the pool it. You can also leave the cabana doors open if you want open air, and the cabana kitchen is open air. Also the cabana and adjacent bath is made of super cool wood. I loved it and told my daughter it felt like living inside a tree (in a good way). All in all don't expect perfection but expect an off the beaten path experience with great hosts, amazing views, and some quiet time. I would definitely go back and loved our visit. While I don't want to oversell it I did love it so thank you Zolton & Gwendy!

6/10 Okay

Garry b.

Good vacation stay for those looking to get away from the crowds.

The pictures do the views justice. Amazing sunrises starting at 5:30am and overall stunning vistas of the Pacific Ocean, mountains etc. Pay close attention to the suggestion about needing a good 4X4 as the road up to the house is NOT for the weak of heart. Would definitely recommend only renting a PREMIUM 4X4 to be sure. Overall the place is very secluded when on the property so gives a good feel for Costa Rican biodiversity and nature.....cicadas, frogs, monkeys all around! Sleeping arrangements are good and separate from the shared main area. Dedicated kitchen area for guests is apart from shared areas and clean but a little underequipped. We did not take advantage of private tours or personal services but enjoyed the areas close to Savegre very much. Dominical beach was good for intermediate surfing and only 35 minutes away. Coastal highway is amazing ride down to Osa Peninsula with amazing views all around. Overall, our family of 5 enjoyed our experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lenore Sempell

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We have a passion for health and wellness, sustainable living, organic food and travel. The team at Blue Mountain Property Management will assist you to have a wonderful experience and memories for a lifetime at Sunrise Sunset Retreat.

Why they chose this property

Out-of-the-world views, primal forests and yet close to beaches and towns.

What makes this property unique

Incomparable serenity and majesty. Excellent for good health and relaxation.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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