Santo Poco

3BR Villa in Cañaza

Cañaza, Costa Rica

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Guests

Uninterrupted views of rainforest, Golfo Dulce, and mountains frame this newly built 3-bedroom villa in Cañaza. Relax on the spacious deck, spot wildlife, and stay connected with Starlink internet.

The Space

This newly built home offers uninterrupted views of the tropical rainforest, the Golfo Dulce, and surrounding mountains. Spend your time relaxing on the spacious deck while observing monkeys, macaws, and toucans as they roam through your private rainforest.

The interior features beautiful teak flooring, impressive cedar ceilings ranging from 13 to 16 feet in height, and large screened openings throughout. These elements allow you to feel fully immersed in the jungle while enjoying modern comforts. High-speed internet is available via Starlink.

Bedrooms

Primary bedroom
- Queen-sized bed
- Mosquito net
- Ceiling fan
- Open-air closet
- Attached bathroom
- Accordion doors that open directly onto the deck
Second bedroom
- Queen-sized bed
- Mosquito net
- Ceiling fan
- Open-air closet
- Spectacular views of the Golfo Dulce and rainforest
Third bedroom
- Two bunk beds (one full-size mattress and three twin-size mattresses)
- Ceiling fan
- Shelves for clothing
- Loft area
- Mosquito nets on the bottom two beds

Location

The property sits on nearly 3 acres and is bordered by a private forest reserve spanning over 20 acres. From the deck, your view is limited only to pristine rainforest, the Golfo Dulce, and distant mountains across the gulf.

It is located just five minutes up a dirt road from the main paved route connecting La Palma and Puerto Jimenez. At the base of the dirt road, there is a small convenience store (pulperia) where you can purchase popsicles, sodas, beer, snacks, and basic cooking supplies.

Puerto Jimenez is approximately 15 minutes away and offers larger grocery stores, banks, restaurants, and tour operators.

A usually small river must be crossed to reach the property. It is often dry but can become impassable after heavy rains, typically in October and November. Occasionally, brief closures may occur between May and September. Guests have visited from December through May using two-wheel drive vehicles, but a four-wheel drive is always recommended.

Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire house. The owners store their car in the locked garage when not present. You may park your vehicle underneath the house to protect it from sun and rain.

Other Things to Note

The house is situated in one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, so insects are common. To minimize their presence, it is important to store food properly, keep doors closed, and use only necessary lighting. Although the entire house is screened, the large accordion doors on the deck allow for an open connection to the surrounding environment.

Guest reviews

5.0

· 21 reviews

4.9

Cleanliness

5.0

Accuracy

5.0

Communication

5.0

Location

4.9

Check-in

4.9

Value

What guests are saying

Iona

5 months ago

This house truly feels like a little slice of paradise. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by nature. In the morning, I was already sitting on the terrace at 5 a.m., in complete peace and quiet, birdwatching as the birds came almost all the way into the living room. Other animals also made an appearance; it felt like we were allowed to be part of the jungle for a while. Everything was just as it should be: the sounds, the movement, even the insects. It made the experience complete and real. The house itself is beautiful, cozy, and has everything you need. You can feel that care and attention have gone into it. The hostess was very warm and provided clear explanations, which immediately made us feel at ease upon arrival. We absolutely love this place and the area. This is one of those places where you don’t just stay, but you really experience something. We will definitely be back here.

Marina

5 months ago

Ryan’s place is everything you need for a few days in beautiful surroundings full of wildlife, and I could easily spend months there! It is a a piece of heaven indeed! Ryan was always responsive, and made our stay in the area much better with his helpful advise and the excellent local wildlife guide he recommended!

Sommer

6 months ago

This off the beaten path (but still accessible) house was a perfect perch in the jungle for our family of 4. We were very comfortable in the beds, the house was spacious, the care takers on site were lovely, and the canopy views from the deck were the best part! The serene setting helped us settle in after long travel days and we drop right in to the heart of the forest. Highly recommend. Must have 4 wheel drive.

Laurent

7 months ago

The accommodation is spacious and very clean and atypical: totally open to the lush nature that surrounds it (mosquito nets at the openings). At the height of the trees we saw capuchins and saïmiris in the morning and also a couple of toucans and several red macaws. In the evening you should not be afraid of insects! But the sounds of the forest lull us all night... total immersion in the tropical forest! We were able to cook and the bathrooms were perfect. Ana and her husband were very welcoming, knew how to remain discreet and advised us on the best beaches: the colibri beach is a real paradise! Finally, Ana's garden is full of exotic flowers and she will not hesitate to let you taste specialties!! Thank you for having us!

Natalia

1 year ago

What spotless and accurate to the photos and description ..great for a big group . Nature all around., ensure you have a 4x4 as road can be challenging. Ryan recommended a local tour guide: John Jairo very passionated and proud tico who want you to see it all to make your stay unforgettable. GRACIAS and hopefully we can see you all again,

Edward James Langton

1 year ago

The views and nature around this property were awesome. We saw toucans (including the fiery billed aracaris) hopping around and flying close by and several pairs of scarlet macaws flying passed every day. The sounds of the forest were a revelation and added so much to our experience. If you go I'd recommend just hanging out for as much time you can on the balcony taking in the views and sounds. Bring a pair of binoculars and see if you can match the different calls to the various animals. This is a wonderful place if you want a few slow days and to just take it all in.

Sara

1 year ago

If you want to unwind in the jungle, this is it. The house is beautifully built and you have an amazing view of untouched jungle. This is off the grid in a good way. We loved Ana and Juan, the caretakers. My friends stayed here before and mentioned that Ana cooked for them and taught them, too. When I told her I was interested in learning some dishes, I went to the grocery store with her and then she taught me a new Costa Rican dish each night as she cooked dinner for my family. It was so fun. Ryan was great to communicate with—gave great recommendations for things to do in the area. I loved the sounds of the jungle all the time. There is no TV which I liked. My husband and four kids played games at night instead. We also had every beach to ourselves. We didn’t see any other tourists except at the supermarket and down near matapalo. All the beaches were empty with just my family all day. What a great experience.