☆☆ la tranquillité de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica à son meilleur ☆☆
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☆☆the Tranquility Of Casa De Zen☆☆Costa Rica At It's Finest☆☆
Situé à seulement 20 minutes de l'autoroute Costnenera entre les villes de Dominical au nord et Uvita au sud, une route partiellement pavée (4 roues motrices obligatoire) serpente à travers la jungle jusqu'à la communauté fermée de Costa Verde Estates. Là, vous trouverez Casa de Zen, la seule maison située à la fin d'une route sans issue. La protection de la vie privée abonde si vous êtes le genre de personne qui aime les trafics, les sirènes de la police ou d'autres polluants sonores non naturels, ce n'est certainement pas la maison pour vous
Casa de Zen offre une sérénité inégalée habilement ciselée dans le côté de la montagne entourée par la forêt primaire du Vieux Monde sur trois côtés. Décoré avec goût avec une variété de bois locaux naturels, de vitraux et de couleurs muettes qui imitent le paysage environnant, cette Casa possède tout le confort de la créature pour vous sentir comme chez vous. Les climatiseurs ne sont dans les chambres que rarement nécessaires. Élevé au-dessus du littoral sous les brises de l'océan, refroidit la température de 10 degrés par rapport aux élévations inférieures, ce qui le rend assez confortable le jour et la nuit.
La maison se compose de deux grandes chambres principales complétées par des bains privés situés tous deux sur les côtés opposés de la maison, ce qui vous donne encore une fois la sensation d'intimité même en partageant la maison avec d'autres invités. Le confortable salon à grande surface à ciel ouvert a l'atmosphère d'un cinéma complet avec une télévision grand écran et des sièges confortables pour votre plaisir de visionnement. Il n'y a absolument aucun mauvais siège dans cette maison. Que ce soit des films, des téléviseurs classiques, des documentaires ou des sports, nous avons tout cela via une boîte Roku ou choisissez parmi une grande sélection de DVD ou de CD de nos vastes bibliothèques.
Le paysage luxuriant a été conçu professionnellement par un archétope de paysage américain primé utilisant la flore et la faune locales qui se fond dans la jungle environnante complète avec les arbres de papaye et de mangue. Les espaces ouverts incluent des pelouses riches et sculptées et bien entretenues qui balayent le bord de la jungle apportant une multitude de lucioles alors que la nuit tombe. L'éclairage de nuit est également un joli ajout à cette terre enchantée artistiquement positionnée pour faire des arbres légers dans la jungle et donner la lumière nécessaire aux chemins sur un noir comme nuit d'encre.
Aucun paradis tropical ne serait complet sans un bord de l'infini, une piscine d'eau salée, avec des sièges de piscine donnant sur l'océan Pacifique. Si vous ne voulez pas flotter sur un matelas pneumatique dans la piscine, un étagère de piscine avec chaises longues est juste le billet pour vous dans une zone immergée dans seulement 8 pouces d'eau. Et oui, les bords de la piscine jusqu'à la jungle lui donnent l'impression de ressembler davantage à un lagon qu'une piscine elle-même. Imaginez de boire des boissons aux parapluies fruitières froides avec de la glace directement de la machine à glace dans votre cuisine extérieure. La vie ne s'améliore pas.
Apporter une foule d'adolescents avec vous? Pour un prix supplémentaire et un studio isolé Casita avec un lit queen et un canapé-lit extraé vous donnera une pause très nécessaire. Les installations de la salle de bains sont situées dans la maison principale. Un petit réfrigérateur est prêt à garder les boissons froides et les collations de minuit à portée de main. Aussi situé dans la Casita est une machine à laver et à sécher pour vos besoins de linge (sur demande).
Profitez d'une tasse de café au lever du soleil avec les sons de centaines d'oiseaux chanteurs qui ressentent un nouveau jour alors que les singes hurleurs se régalent de feuilles savoureuses dans les dessus de canopée ci-dessus. Les singes blancs vous garderont amusés avec leurs amitiés et leur finesse acrobatique. Lorsque vous vous détendez sur la véranda surdimensionnée, la vue dégagée sur l'océan Pacifique est à 1700 pieds en dessous de la célèbre queue de baleine où il n'est pas rare d'observer la toute-puissante Baleine à bosse dans son habitat naturel. Après la queue des baleines, la vue balaie l'océan vers la péninsule d'Osa et l'île de Cano, où se trouve la plus belle plongée et le snorkeling au Costa Rica.
Préparez-vous à écouter les perroquets verts qui crient bruyamment alors qu'ils vèchent pour les nombreux fruits que les Peach Palms offrent. Les Toucan habillés en mini-smoking se dissimulent dans la jungle pour ajouter une autre dimension à ce paradis luxuriant. Si vous êtes un grand fan de papillons, il existe tout à fait trop de variétés différentes pour compter en une heure seulement.
Au fur et à mesure que le soleil commence à vous remettre à votre tranche du ciel après une longue journée de randonnée, de natation, de pêche, de tyrolienne ou d'observation des baleines. Rincez dans votre douche privée extérieure et installez-vous avec un verre de vin pétillant. Au fur et à mesure que l'obscurité tombe sur la lumière des terres, les lumières d'Uvita et d'Ojochal tremblent dans la vallée. Au fur et à mesure que la jungle se met en silence pendant la nuit, les sons apaisants des vagues qui s'écrasent en dessous apportent une joyeuse paix et un temps de réflexion à partir d'une longue journée remplie de souvenirs longs.
☆☆☆ Tout cela peut être trouvé pendant la saison populaire connue sous le nom de SAISON ÉLEVÉE ou Saison sèche à partir de fin novembre à mi-fin avril. Au cours de ces mois, le Costa Rica s'habille avec des amateurs de surf à l'huile, des surfeurs et des fanatiques de la nature qui apprécient en abondance les jours chauds, secs et pleins de soleil.
☆☆☆ La SAISON BASSE ou la SAISON VERTE est de mai à novembre, ce qui permet des frais de location saisonniers à prix réduit. Cette basse saison vous permet d'être exclusif sur la nature. Comme la saison des pluies rajeunit la jungle, notre chute d'eau sur le site prend vie et regarde à travers la jungle alors qu'elle se déverse dans notre Rio Zen ci-dessous. Personnellement, l'un de nos moments préférés de l'année. Il n'est vraiment pas nécessaire de faire le long trajet vers le Monte Verde Cloud Forrest car le nuage Forrest viendra à vous.
Venez visiter et séjourner à Casa de Zen. Vous attendez vos souvenirs de vie.
Casa de Zen offre une sérénité inégalée habilement ciselée dans le côté de la montagne entourée par la forêt primaire du Vieux Monde sur trois côtés. Décoré avec goût avec une variété de bois locaux naturels, de vitraux et de couleurs muettes qui imitent le paysage environnant, cette Casa possède tout le confort de la créature pour vous sentir comme chez vous. Les climatiseurs ne sont dans les chambres que rarement nécessaires. Élevé au-dessus du littoral sous les brises de l'océan, refroidit la température de 10 degrés par rapport aux élévations inférieures, ce qui le rend assez confortable le jour et la nuit.
La maison se compose de deux grandes chambres principales complétées par des bains privés situés tous deux sur les côtés opposés de la maison, ce qui vous donne encore une fois la sensation d'intimité même en partageant la maison avec d'autres invités. Le confortable salon à grande surface à ciel ouvert a l'atmosphère d'un cinéma complet avec une télévision grand écran et des sièges confortables pour votre plaisir de visionnement. Il n'y a absolument aucun mauvais siège dans cette maison. Que ce soit des films, des téléviseurs classiques, des documentaires ou des sports, nous avons tout cela via une boîte Roku ou choisissez parmi une grande sélection de DVD ou de CD de nos vastes bibliothèques.
Le paysage luxuriant a été conçu professionnellement par un archétope de paysage américain primé utilisant la flore et la faune locales qui se fond dans la jungle environnante complète avec les arbres de papaye et de mangue. Les espaces ouverts incluent des pelouses riches et sculptées et bien entretenues qui balayent le bord de la jungle apportant une multitude de lucioles alors que la nuit tombe. L'éclairage de nuit est également un joli ajout à cette terre enchantée artistiquement positionnée pour faire des arbres légers dans la jungle et donner la lumière nécessaire aux chemins sur un noir comme nuit d'encre.
Aucun paradis tropical ne serait complet sans un bord de l'infini, une piscine d'eau salée, avec des sièges de piscine donnant sur l'océan Pacifique. Si vous ne voulez pas flotter sur un matelas pneumatique dans la piscine, un étagère de piscine avec chaises longues est juste le billet pour vous dans une zone immergée dans seulement 8 pouces d'eau. Et oui, les bords de la piscine jusqu'à la jungle lui donnent l'impression de ressembler davantage à un lagon qu'une piscine elle-même. Imaginez de boire des boissons aux parapluies fruitières froides avec de la glace directement de la machine à glace dans votre cuisine extérieure. La vie ne s'améliore pas.
Apporter une foule d'adolescents avec vous? Pour un prix supplémentaire et un studio isolé Casita avec un lit queen et un canapé-lit extraé vous donnera une pause très nécessaire. Les installations de la salle de bains sont situées dans la maison principale. Un petit réfrigérateur est prêt à garder les boissons froides et les collations de minuit à portée de main. Aussi situé dans la Casita est une machine à laver et à sécher pour vos besoins de linge (sur demande).
Profitez d'une tasse de café au lever du soleil avec les sons de centaines d'oiseaux chanteurs qui ressentent un nouveau jour alors que les singes hurleurs se régalent de feuilles savoureuses dans les dessus de canopée ci-dessus. Les singes blancs vous garderont amusés avec leurs amitiés et leur finesse acrobatique. Lorsque vous vous détendez sur la véranda surdimensionnée, la vue dégagée sur l'océan Pacifique est à 1700 pieds en dessous de la célèbre queue de baleine où il n'est pas rare d'observer la toute-puissante Baleine à bosse dans son habitat naturel. Après la queue des baleines, la vue balaie l'océan vers la péninsule d'Osa et l'île de Cano, où se trouve la plus belle plongée et le snorkeling au Costa Rica.
Préparez-vous à écouter les perroquets verts qui crient bruyamment alors qu'ils vèchent pour les nombreux fruits que les Peach Palms offrent. Les Toucan habillés en mini-smoking se dissimulent dans la jungle pour ajouter une autre dimension à ce paradis luxuriant. Si vous êtes un grand fan de papillons, il existe tout à fait trop de variétés différentes pour compter en une heure seulement.
Au fur et à mesure que le soleil commence à vous remettre à votre tranche du ciel après une longue journée de randonnée, de natation, de pêche, de tyrolienne ou d'observation des baleines. Rincez dans votre douche privée extérieure et installez-vous avec un verre de vin pétillant. Au fur et à mesure que l'obscurité tombe sur la lumière des terres, les lumières d'Uvita et d'Ojochal tremblent dans la vallée. Au fur et à mesure que la jungle se met en silence pendant la nuit, les sons apaisants des vagues qui s'écrasent en dessous apportent une joyeuse paix et un temps de réflexion à partir d'une longue journée remplie de souvenirs longs.
☆☆☆ Tout cela peut être trouvé pendant la saison populaire connue sous le nom de SAISON ÉLEVÉE ou Saison sèche à partir de fin novembre à mi-fin avril. Au cours de ces mois, le Costa Rica s'habille avec des amateurs de surf à l'huile, des surfeurs et des fanatiques de la nature qui apprécient en abondance les jours chauds, secs et pleins de soleil.
☆☆☆ La SAISON BASSE ou la SAISON VERTE est de mai à novembre, ce qui permet des frais de location saisonniers à prix réduit. Cette basse saison vous permet d'être exclusif sur la nature. Comme la saison des pluies rajeunit la jungle, notre chute d'eau sur le site prend vie et regarde à travers la jungle alors qu'elle se déverse dans notre Rio Zen ci-dessous. Personnellement, l'un de nos moments préférés de l'année. Il n'est vraiment pas nécessaire de faire le long trajet vers le Monte Verde Cloud Forrest car le nuage Forrest viendra à vous.
Venez visiter et séjourner à Casa de Zen. Vous attendez vos souvenirs de vie.
Équipements
Piscine
Climatisation
Cuisine ou coin cuisine
Internet/Wi-Fi
Fumer autorisé
Parking
Blanchisserie
Balcon ou terrasse
Lave-vaisselle
TV
Accessible aux fauteuils roulants
Salle de sport ou centre de remise en forme
Jardin
Adapté aux familles
Carte de Bahía Ballena
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Avis et évaluations
10.0 / 10.0
If I had to use one word to sum up this VRBO home, it would be PARADISE. The home is very well-appointed, with magnificent views of the ocean. We spent much time in the infinity edge pool, gazing at the beautiful view. The home featured two large bedrooms as well as two large bathrooms, (en suite), a half bath and even a wonderful outdoor shower, (we never used the indoor showers). The kitchen was well appointed and had everything one needs to prepare any meal. The landscape is perfect and the lighted pool and uplighting on the landscape at night were nothing short of stunning. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the owners who took the time to answer any questions and to show us around their beautiful home. If you seek relaxation, Casa de Zen is what you want for your Costa Rican vacation!
10.0 / 10.0
Casa de Zen is a true gem. I spent 9 unforgettable days there with my wife and 2 children, aged 12 and 15. The house is very spacious and well equipped, including remarkably reliable WiFi and a wonderful grill. But the best of all is the location -- ensconced in the mountain overlooking the ocean and tail-shaped Playa Uvita. The view is spectacular. Enjoying it while surrounded by nature, including toucans and morphos, while relaxing in the pool, is simply a miracle. I don’t think the pictures here do justice to the beauty of the house and its surroundings. Besides, the whole area is extraordinarily beautiful, with plenty of beaches and places to visit, including Corcovado National Park and Caño Island. I'm Costa Rican and I can say that this is probably the most beautiful stretch of coastline in the country. Both Dominical and Uvita (about 25m drives in both cases) offer plenty of options to buy supplies of all kinds. Bob and Ellen are wonderful, warm and helpful hosts, so good in fact that we celebrated New Year's Eve with them. One note of caution, though: the drive up the mountain from the main road is not easy. It takes 15-20 minutes to go up or down on a tricky gravel road, and this was during the dry season. A tall 4x4 vehicle is a must. The good thing is that the place is so beautiful that you may decide to spend entire days at the house without going anywhere. We shall return to Casa de Zen, a magical place!
10.0 / 10.0
We spent 2 months at this house hosted by Ellen and Bob who are so gracious and accommodating. They live in the casita and their presence was very advantageous as Bob was able to be a huge help with our flat tire for example. Or when we lost power or other jungle issues because you are truly in the jungle! As the washer and dryer are not in the house and only in the casita, there is laundry service courtesy of Ellen. I have not been near a washing machine or dryer for 2 months. Quite liberating! The house itself is quite spacious with a bedroom on either side which is great for privacy. The pool is great and the breezes are amazing.
The ride up on a very bumpy road is 16 minutes long and don’t even think of not getting a 4x4! You will not get up that mountain without it. But the view is gorgeous and well worth the bumpy ride!!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved every moment of our stay. Our plans were to pretty much stay put.... why go anywhere when you can wake to howler monkeys, enjoy the sunrise, watch hummingbirds flit from bush to vine, swim in the most beautiful pool with a water feature, and be visited by coatis, agoutis and toucans almost every day. Other than a trip to the store and a visit to Whale's Tale, we were totally thrilled just to be here! The owner is a fabulous landscape architect and it is evident everywhere you look.
10.0 / 10.0
We came to Casa de Zen for our 20th wedding anniversary, hoping for a much-needed break from the rat race, stress and general mayhem of the last couple of years. We could not have chosen better. The house is beyond gorgeous, and is complete with all the essentials plus the extra touches to make it special. The many porches and decks provide access to the unbelievable view of Bahia Ballena - we were there in the rainy season, but enjoyed watching the clouds over the ocean with the decks providing shelter - we were able to enjoy both rain and shine due to the thoughtful design of the house inside and out. It was our first trip to Costa Rica, which our gracious (and fun!) hosts Bob and Ellen were aware of, and they made an effort to point out wildlife as it came by (they stay in a nearby casita). Their presence was welcome, not intrusive, and they truly give you peace and privacy while being a ready resource for all things in the area including restaurants, sites to see, etc. We were thrilled to see white-faced monkeys, coati, a toucan and even a sloth - all in their natural habitat in nearby trees. The landscaping is beautiful and blends with the area, giving you a feel of living in the rainforest while having modern luxuries. The plunge pool was cool and refreshing, the fountain adding another pleasant layer of sound - the whole auditory experience was like one week-long relaxation tape! Dining in the area we found to be outstanding with a wide variety of cuisines available in nearby Uvita and Dominical. Fair warning that the road from the highway to the house REQUIRES A 4-WHEEL DRIVE vehicle - don't poo-poo this. It's very bumpy, rutted, and narrow, so forewarned is forearmed. As long as you take your time climbing up, you'll be fine. While it was only the two of us at this lovely home, it would be ideal for two couples as both bedrooms have ensuite baths and are at opposite ends of the home - plus with all the outdoor living spaces you can have separate space as well. I could rave on and on about this special home - and it IS a home that Bob and Ellen have felt compelled to share with the world. If you are considering Costa Rica and are looking for a retreat from the world, this may just be your place. Pura Vida!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing, amazing, amazing!!
We had an incredible time! The house was absolutely stunning! Our host were equally amazing and helpful with anything and everything we could ask for. We will absolutely be coming back to stay at this beautiful home again! We had nothing but good vibes the entire time we were there. We had an absolute wonderful time unwinding and decompressing by the beautiful infinity pool overlooking the whales tail. We can’t say enough about this beautifully landscaped home. It is breathtaking to stand back and look at! Thanks to Bob and Ellen we had an amazing stay! Awesome experience!!
10.0 / 10.0
Oasis in the heart of the jungle. We could not have been happier.
Bottom line: if you want to be One With The Costa Rican Rainforest, this is it. We’ve been to CR 3x now but this was our first in Dominical/Uvita. All of our stays have been well- researched and pretty darn sweet. But there’s only one Casa De Zen.
Top 4 Things We Adored
-- Bird & Animal Sightings: Oh, where to begin. We are animal lovers and brought big & little monoscopes and a respectable camera. It paid off. Sometimes without looking you’d see Crested Guans helicopter in…or catch a family of Howlers in one of the flagship trees by the pool. We spotted toucans, aracaris [but more rare], coatis galore, and many other birds. Easy, plentiful sightings. Others were a bit more elusive [e.g. the charming woodrail bird that Ellen named Clacker], which was also fun to try and spot. I almost hated to do my daily run for fear I would miss something! My fiancé would later show me on his camera what animal or bird I missed. Turns out I myself would spot a pack of 8 capuchins on my way back from a run right near their entrance gate…so it evened out.
-- Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Home: The finishes, materials and craftsmanship were so cozy and well-appointed. The pics don’t do several of the rooms justice. My fiancé hardly ever wanted to use the 2nd bedroom shower, for he would rather keep it dry so he could watch animals/birds in the all-glass enclosure that faced yet ANOTHER beautiful landscape nook. Bob and Ellen are proud of their decorative accessories and artwork, too, which we found so heartwarming. (If we wanted modern decor, plenty of great places abound. We didn’t.)
-- Perch Position: 1,700 glorious feet of elevation. That made the vista breathtaking. The lush rainforest, rolling hills & valleys, and sheer depth was our fav of any of our prior trips. This elevation also kept bugs at bay, a huge bonus.
-- Owner Charm: Bob and Ellen were such lovely, spirited hosts. Yet they took cues from us and never invaded privacy. We chose to go out w/ them several times during our 10-day trip. Several of those nights were also with their wonderful friends that lived in the greater area. (Hello to all of you!) It was one of the highlights of our stay.
Attention VRBO Mktg Dept: if you ever need single hero image that embodies the vista & lushness of renting in the CR rainforest, you just found it with this gem. Thank you, Bob and Ellen! We are happy to call you our friends now.
10.0 / 10.0
Treasure of a home with epic views
We so enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back. What a treat of tranquility and artistry. this home is like a jewel box.
8.0 / 10.0
Jungle retreat
Beautiful home and property! The photos don’t do it justice. It is perfect for two couples or a small family! I could have stayed in the
Pool the whole trip! It is 20 minutes up the mountain in the jungle, so be prepared when you turn off the Highway. 4x4 vehicle is definitely required for this part of Costa Rica!! Bob and Ellen were great hosts! It might have be helpful to have them meet you at the security gate if you arrive in the dark. We would absolutely return to this house for another stay!
10.0 / 10.0
Christmas Paradise
Let me begin with, this was our first trip to beautiful Costa Rica. After much research and plenty of blog reviews, we decided on the area of Dominical and Uvita and found this beautiful home, Casa de Zen nestled high on the hill side of the mountain. This home was as advertised and the pictures don't even begin to do it enough justice. If you are looking to truly unplug, relax and listen to the sounds of the jungle, then this is the spot for you. We traveled here with our two boys and they enjoyed every minute of this magical place. From seeing families of howler and capuchin monkeys, toucans, and humming birds galore, the jungle was always bursting with activity. Now back to the house. It comes well equipped with any utensil needed to prepare all meals, which we did for most of our trip. Our boys especially loved the pool, they woke up every morning and started the day with a swim. Bob and Ellen were the perfect hosts and were available at a moments notice. We could not have asked for a better vacation and cannot wait to visit again.
Thank you Bob and Ellen for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
The Watson Family!
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing stay at Casa de Zen
My wife and I planned a Thanksgiving Week holiday at Casa de Zen and had a fabulous time. Our hosts Ellen and Bob were wonderful, and everything was as nice as it appeared in the VRBO listing. The house is quiet and jungle is all around, yet close enough to town for dinning and activities. The pool area and landscaping are really stunning! We were very impressed at the high quality of restaurants in the close by town of Ojochal, which should be a must make stop on your trip. Thanks to Ellen and Bob for a great vacation!
The Lewis family
10.0 / 10.0
Heaven on Earth
Staying at Casa Zen was wonderful! The hosts greeted us upon arrival and were available throughout our stay. They were happy to share insider "tips and tricks" with their years of experience in Costa Rica. Ellen and Bob were fabulous hosts, providing everything and more to make our vacation a memorable one. Their attention to detail is key. Casa Zen is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica. There are several comfortable spots inside and out to relax and take in the beautiful ocean view, the lush jungle, and the wildlife. The home is stocked with everything you could ever need to make it your home. We actually spent more time at "home" than we did away. If I could give Casa Zen 10 stars I would! We are looking forward to keeping in touch with Ellen and Bob well into the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful private home with incredible property and views!!
We had an amazing stay at Casa de Zen! The property is like staying on a nature preserve with a huge diversity of plants and animals. The views from the patio are incredible. The location is perfect for trips to Dominical, Uvita, and nearby waterfalls and surfing beaches. The house is clean and comfortable and Bob and Ellen were gracious hosts. Kids said this was the best vacation ever! We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back! Pura Vida!!
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing stay at Casa de Zen
We were so happy with our stay at Casa de Zen. The house was spotless and clean, Bob and Ellen are wonderful host, they made our stay very enjoyable. The pictures don't do the place justice. Between Ellen's decorating and bobs knowledge and love for the landscaping detail it couldn't have been better. We will definitely be staying with them again. Thanks Bob and Ellen.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect "ZEN" experience
After spending many trips in the Costa Ballena area of Costa Rica, my wife and I decided to bring her parents to the area to show them everything we had been bragging about. Finding the right home for this trip was very important because my mother-in-law is not very mobile, and the home needed to have minimal steps and levels which brought us to this residence. We must say that it ended up being perfect. Casa Zen was a delight. The house is situated in the Costa Verde Estates which is a very high-end gated community located at 1700 feet in elevation overlooking the whale’s tail of Uvita. The temperature at that elevation is extremely comfortable with highs in the upper 70’s during the day and high 60’s at night. Casa Zen is located on the edge of the mountain and offers complete privacy and killer views as well as a one-with-nature feel. Howler monkeys, toucans and many other animals visit the property daily offering great entertainment.
You will find that the house is much more open and larger than it appears in the pictures. The inside and outside living areas flow together perfectly giving you a very comfortable and relaxing experience. The landscaping is exquisite with detailed viewing and sitting areas throughout. The owners Bob and Ellen took great pride in creating the perfect atmosphere conducive for relaxation as well as socializing in all of the intimate areas. While there we found that Bob was a professional landscape designer back in the states which shows in all of the detailed work that has been done on the property.
The home is comfortably furnished and decorated in a very inviting manner. You will also find that Casa Zen has all of the amenities you will need for your vacation. The description of the premises on the VRBO website is exactly what to expect. No surprises here. Bob and Ellen are fabulous hosts and are willing to help you out, if needed, with anything at any time. We rent homes in this area four times a year for the last 5 years and I must say that this one is very special, especially if you plan on spending quality time at the home itself. The reviews on VRBO are accurate and you will not be disappointed. My wife and I highly recommend Casa Zen.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing stay!!!
Ellen and Bob were great hosts! They were so accommodating and helpful! The property itself is beautiful with a gorgeous infinity pool! The house was so clean and comfortable!
10.0 / 10.0
Casa de Zen is absolute paradise!
While the trip up the mountain is a bit treacherous, it is so well worth it! I don't think there is a better view in the southern zone! Every aspect of this home seems to be built to blend seamlessly into the rain forest, and cannot be beat for solitude and utterly astounding views. We were absolutely surrounded by wildlife and nature, including monkeys, toucans, a million hummingbirds, butterflies, frogs, coati, and more. It's an ideal setup for 2 couples with split masters, a fantastic kitchen (and an outdoor kitchen), a perfect infinity pool and multiple places to hang out. Ellen and Bob are the most amazing hosts and now friends, and they clearly care about your experience while staying with them! Ellen even so graciously helped with our laundry, as the units are in their guest house.
The home is appointed with amazing art, and has excellent ambiance, day and night. We did have to be careful with our two boys (2 & 4), so that they didn't wreck the place too bad, and especially around the pool and access to the jungle, but they settled into the rules quickly and all went swimmingly!
Ellen's restaurant, outing and beach recommendations were spot on, and She & Bob were both available if we needed them but very careful to not be intrusive. We ended up hanging out and having a great time on several occasions, but at our request!
To reiterate, the need for 4 wheel drive as mentioned in the listing is no joke, and we found it best to stock up on groceries and booze in town, spend lots of time enjoying the house, and make specific outings (dinner, beach, breakfast, waterfall, etc.), as managing the kids and their naps, etc. required some logistics. Also, kid-related, there is a great entertainment center (on generator power!) with great cable and internet for any gloomy days you might have!
Overall, I cannot say enough nice things about the home, or our hosts! We can't wait to get back next time! Pura Vida!
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely The Best!!!
This was the BEST place we have ever stayed in over 28 years of renting in Costa Rica! Ellen and Bob, welcomed us with open arms and we truly felt at home upon arrival. The setting, including: architecture, design, VIEW, landscaping, artwork, pool, lighting and amenities is second to none. Our family of five can not say enough about this beautiful home set in the "selva" of southern Costa Rica! You feel like you are in a dream!! If we could give 10 stars out of 5, it would still not be enough. The flora and fauna that surround this 'oasis in the jungle' seem to be never ending, as we saw so many different birds, flowers and critters(all outside ;) everyday and night. This house is an ornithologist, horticulturist, entomologist nirvana. The views from the pool, many decks and sitting areas, living room, bedrooms, outdoor shower and even the kitchen sink! is nothing you can describe in words or even pictures... but I will say, we all got up everyday at 5:30-6am to begin enjoying spectacular vistas of the Whale's Tail, the distant Osa Peninsula and the stretches of virgin, prime-evil jungle between. The stars at night were much enjoyed from the lower pool deck. Also because of the beautiful artwork and tasteful design there is always something new to admire this spacious, comfortable home. Super clean and ultra secure, all the wonderful things I can put into words are only an understatement of how truly amazing the experience at Casa de Zen is.....
Thank you again for this place you have created, which has given us a time and memories we will never, ever forget. Ellen and Bob, your hard work and clear dedication to creating something this special is wholeheartedly appreciated by us all! Hope and plan to return and stay here again and again :)
10.0 / 10.0
Nature and Luxury all in one!!
Our finest stay in Costa Rica! We have rented homes through VRBO the last 9 years and this one takes the cake! The owners Bob and Ellen became fast friends! The house sits high in the mountainous jungle with exceptional views of Whales Tail and the Osa Peninsula. Every morning we were blessed to see and hear new birds and other friendly creatures. The landscaping outside and the interior decorating are of the highest quality we have ever seen. There is not one thing that we would change! The house becomes your home the instant you walk through the doors with everything you could possibly need! We enjoyed the cool infinity pool every day and used the outdoor cooking area several times. The outdoor shower is the best, as you can watch hummingbirds and butterflies while you bathe! True magnificence awaits you every morning. Thank you so much Bob and Ellen for sharing your Casa de Zen!!
10.0 / 10.0
Absolutely amazing - it's not enough 5* to rate it!
If we could rate this house with more that 5 stars, we would definitely do it. We (me, my wife and family of our friends) stayed on the villa during New Year holidays and it was a real luck to find it. With my personal experience of 50+ counties, I have a lot of reasons why it is a great choice:
- HOUSE: extremely comfortable, built with attention to every single detail both in construction and interior design; important thing that the owners built the house for themselves and just started to rent it, moreover they still living nearly so personally taking care about the house and the garden;
- GARDEN: it is a result of really, really hard work and great creativity! the territory looks beautiful and very natural at the same time, perfect synergy with surrounding jungles.
- VIEW: "impressive" is a pretty weak word to describe it: you can sit on the terrace and staring at the ocean, jungles, wild nature, sunrise and sunsets for hours (and maybe years..). Really worth to experience!
- NATURE: when you are surrounded by jungles and the area of the estate is quiet and protected, the wild life is flourishing - we watched a lot birds, some iguanas, frogs, I also was lucky to see capybara; and while there, you hear the sounds of wild creatures - awesome feeling!
- ESTATE: maybe one of the best projects in the country - well-organized, secured, wild nature is fully preserved, all lots are planned to ensure full privacy of each house - thus no noisy neighbors etc
- AREA ITSELF: don't be fooled with thousands of tourists coming to Tamarindo - the real, natural Costa Rica is on the south (IMHO): a lot of real jungles, great ocean and beaches, not so crowed and urbanized yet safe and cosy - really worth to visit!
- OWNERS: very friendly, intelligent people that really love the country, proud of their house and taking care about their guests - you don't feel yourself by renting a house, you feel like visiting a close relatives that love and taking care of you. Bob and Linda are amazing people and we are extremely happy that we met them.
Just to make your holiday really comfortable - 4x4 car is a must as it takes appx. 2 km to get there from the main roads up to the hills. Anyway, don't afraid of it - with a good car the road it easy enough, it's perfectly constructed - we had no difficulties even we'd got into heavy rain.
Therefore, everyone of our company STRONGLY recommends the house and owners for one of the most amazing holidays you'd ever have!
FAQ
Combien coûte ce villa par rapport aux autres à Bahía Ballena ?
Le prix moyen d’une location à Bahía Ballena est de 152 € par nuit. Cette location est 279 € au-dessus de la moyenne.
Le stationnement est-il inclus dans ce villa ?
Oui, le parking est répertorié comme un équipement pour ☆☆ la tranquillité de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica à son meilleur ☆☆. Pour plus d’informations, nous vous recommandons de contacter l’établissement pour savoir où vous garer.
Y a-t-il une piscine dans ce villa ?
Oui, ☆☆ la tranquillité de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica à son meilleur ☆☆ comporte une piscine. Bonne baignade !
La location ☆☆ la tranquillité de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica à son meilleur ☆☆ accepte-t-elle les animaux ?
Malheureusement, ce villa n'est pas adapté aux animaux de compagnie. Essayez de refaire une recherche et filtrez pour "Animaux autorisés".
Quels équipements offre ☆☆ la tranquillité de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica à son meilleur ☆☆?
Nous avons trouvé 14 équipements pour cette location. Cela inclut piscine, climatisation, cuisine ou coin cuisine, internet/wi-fi et fumer autorisé.