Beautiful new home, with terraces & breathtaking mountain views. Spacious gardens with fruit trees, cool breeze, & easy delightful walk to the Chirripo River. Raised Garden beds where guests can help themselves to fresh greens . A small pool & sundeck included. Situated in a quiet residential area, short walks to the nearest mountain villages of Canaan & San Gerardo de Rivas. Stroll to nearby restaurants, bakery, cheese farm & butterfly dome. A 30 minute drive to the nearest town of San Isidro. The space This warm, cozy, and luxurious modern home has it all. This spacious home is designed for privacy, and yet offers communal living space for family togetherness. Two en suite master bedrooms each with private decks offer luxury, comfort, and private repose. This beautiful river front property is surrounded by nature and only a short stroll to the breathtaking and energizing Chirripo river, where you can dip in calm waters, take in the sun, and rest on warm river rocks. The surrounding gardens are a tropical paradise with fruit trees, mountain flowers, and a wide variety of tropical flora and fauna. The back yard offers raised vegetable gardens, a few steps from the house, that guests are welcome to harvest. Typical weather consists of warm sunny mornings, cloudy mystical afternoons, and cool starry nights. This idyllic climate hosts breathtaking mountain views, endless trails to waterfalls, and friendly locals. Guest access Guests have full access to the entire property, apart from our personal residence near by. All guests can freely enjoy the vegetable gardens and fruit trees, as well as the stunning stone stairs that wind lazily through the garden down to the river side. River access is a short easy walk. Other things to note The 'Rio Chirripo' is a fast flowing mountain river. It may not be accessible or suitable for swimming outside of the summer months (January to July). Children should always be accompanied and supervised by the river and on the property at all times. The house is a 3 and a half hour scenic drive from San Jose without stops and traffic. It gets dark around 6:00pm year round in Costa Rica and it is not advisable to drive, especially the mountain roads, in the dark. Please allow yourself enough time to clear immigration and customs, to collect your rental car, and to do any grocery shopping. It is advised to spend the first night in San Jose and not attempt to arrive here on the same day as arrival if your flight arrives in the afternoon. Driving with fresh energy in tne morning is highly recommended. Although the roads are easily accessible to the house, we recommend renting a 4x4 vehicle to get around. If you are using Waze or Google Maps please remember that you should not take any shortcuts along dirt roads, until you arrive in Canaan de Rivas. Please also note that the nearest ATM is 15 minutes away in Rivas and nearest gas station is located in San Isidro (30 minutes from the house).

## The Space

This warm, cozy, and modern home offers a luxurious yet inviting atmosphere. Designed to provide privacy while encouraging family togetherness, it features two master bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. Each bedroom includes a private deck, ensuring comfort and personal retreat.

The property is situated on a beautiful riverfront surrounded by nature. A short walk leads to the breathtaking Chirripo River, where guests can enjoy calm waters, sunshine, and warm river rocks. The gardens are a tropical haven filled with fruit trees, mountain flowers, and diverse tropical plants and wildlife.

Just steps from the house, raised vegetable garden beds are available for guests to harvest fresh greens. Typical weather includes warm, sunny mornings, mystical cloudy afternoons, and cool, starry nights. The location boasts stunning mountain views, numerous trails to waterfalls, and welcoming local residents.

A small pool and sundeck are also part of the property, providing additional relaxation options.

## Location

The home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood, within walking distance to the nearby mountain villages of Canaan and San Gerardo de Rivas. Guests can stroll to local restaurants, a bakery, a cheese farm, and a butterfly dome.

The nearest town, San Isidro, is a 30-minute drive away. The house is approximately a 3.5-hour scenic drive from San Jose without stops or traffic. Since it gets dark around 6:00 pm year-round, driving in the dark, especially on mountain roads, is not recommended.

Guests should allow ample time for immigration, customs, car rental, and grocery shopping. It is advisable to spend the first night in San Jose if arriving in the afternoon and to drive to the property fresh in the morning.

## Amenities

- Spacious gardens with fruit trees and tropical flora  
- Raised vegetable garden beds for guest use  
- Small pool and sundeck  
- Private decks attached to each master bedroom  
- Easy access to the Chirripo River via stone stairs winding through the garden  
- Close proximity to local amenities including restaurants, bakery, cheese farm, and butterfly dome  

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire property except for the host's nearby personal residence. They are welcome to enjoy the vegetable gardens, fruit trees, and the stone stairs leading down to the riverbank. River access is a short and easy walk from the house.

## Additional Information

The Rio Chirripo is a fast-flowing mountain river and may not be safe or suitable for swimming outside the summer months (January to July). Children must be supervised at all times near the river and on the property.

While the roads to the house are accessible, renting a 4x4 vehicle is recommended for ease of travel. When using navigation apps like Waze or Google Maps, avoid shortcuts on dirt roads until reaching Canaan de Rivas.

The nearest ATM is located 15 minutes away in Rivas, and the closest gas station is in San Isidro, approximately 30 minutes from the house.

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Luxury 3 Bedroom Chirripo River family retreat in Rivas, San José, Costa Rica

Beautiful stay in a gorgeous garden with access to the mountain river and a small beach with golden flecked sand that our kids loved. Wonderful hosts and the space is magical with lots of common areas to hang out.  Our family loved our stay and hope to be back soon!

Our family had a wonderful stay at Eric’s place. The house is super comfortable and the property is nothing short of amazing - with the most beautiful river access. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

We had a wonderful time, with plenty of space and opportunities for exercise. Especially the access to the river is designed with so much love. The three dogs were the icing on the cake. Thank you for the great time at your place!!

Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit mit viel Platz und Bewegungsmöglichkeiten. Vor allem der Zugang zum Fluss ist mit soviel Liebe gemacht. Die drei Hunde waren die Kirsche auf der Sahne. Vielen Dank für die tolle Zeit bei euch!!

We love this place so much! The absolute best river swimming spot in all of Los Angeles..Eric and Helen are wonderful hosts and are helpful and on the property but completely honor your space and privacy. The house is colorful and creative and the internet is great! We stay here a lot and feel at home here…highly recommend!

Thank you Maryn, you are so sweet. We love having you 🙏🏽🥰

Eric was so friendly! He met us at the house to show us around the property including the amazing swimming hole at the river below the house. The house is beautifully decorated and the path down to the river is magical! Eric was a terrific host and communication was fantastic. Would definitely stay here again!

The house is in a quite street but still not far from the centre of La Fortuna. It has two bedrooms, bathroom and a living room with the kitchen. The terrace looks out onto the pool, which is large enough to have a proper swim. An outside covered table with barbecue is very comfortable when it rains, which it did every day while we were there. All kitchen tools were there, there is also a washing machine. It is all very clean. Every remote control is in a plastic cover which is good as it can be pretty humid. We can recommend the house!

Thank you Leo! However, your review is about another property. We are the property in Chirripo not near Fortuna. Our place is 3 bedrooms with the garden and river access. I asked Airbnb to take your review down but they declined. So, thank you Leo but please make note Leo’s review is about another property 🙏🏽

2nd time staying at this lovely property, wonderful stay!

Do yourself a favor, search no more and book this stay!  Beautiful house on an extremely well maintained property with incredible hosts and magical path to the best part of the river!  This was our home for Easter and is just a perfectly done and beautiful house!

What an incredible place. Eric and his family were wonderful hosts. Both the house and the property were gorgeous and well maintained. A lovely stone pathway through the gardens and down to a roaring river. Highly recommended.

Eric is a fantastic host. The most beautiful location you can imagine. The river is unbelievable. The house is one of a kind with original furniture and style. I can’t say enough about how incredible this space is.!!

Beautiful place, designed with thoughtfulness and care, that just happens to have the best swimming hole in the area. It was perfect.

Eric and Helen were wonderful hosts and just really beautiful people.  The house was perfect for our family of four.  The decks outside were wonderful for a cup of coffee and bird watching and just relaxing listening to the river below.  Some great restaurants in the area and Cloudbridge Reserve offered some great hiking and views.  Highly recommend staying with Eric and Helen if you are in the area.  You won’t be disappointed!

Eric's private home and garden is truly a piece of heaven on earth.  The property is gorgeous all around and very peaceful, tranquil, beautiful, and abundant with nature.  Imagine waking up with birds chirping and dancing in the trees, hearing the river flowing nearby and feeling the warm sunshine and cool breeze on your face.  Not to mention the vegetable garden in the backyard to make your breakfast omelet with.  It's truly an unparalleled experience staying with Eric in one of the best areas in Costa Rica.  Highly recommend and we would come back again!

What a wonderful experience to spend our last days in Costa Rica at Eric’s home. It was clean, extremely comfortable and beautifully decorated with colourful paintings of flowers made by his wife. You will find on the grounds of the property a vegetable garden and fruits trees where guests are welcome to pick fresh lemons, tomatoes, blackberries and much more. Nice touch! There is also a pool and down the stairs made out of stones you ll access the river where you ll be able to jump off the rocks! We appreciated that Eric check us in in person to show us the house and the property. He also gave us some recommendations for our kids to enjoy their stay. Thank you, we will be back!

Outstanding accommodations on everything! Thank you!

Wonderful family house with access to a private part of the river.  Would definitely stay here again. Eric in a great host!

Eric’s house in Rivas is a wonderful spot to relax for a few days. My wife and I and our 3 kids (13, 11, & 7) loved it. The house is set in gorgeous gardens and laid out on three levels, each level has direct access to a cozy patio/porch so that you always have a direct connection with the beautiful countryside. The beds and furniture are quite comfortable and make for great spots to rest and enjoy the peacefulness of the afternoon rain. The kitchen was well stocked with all that we needed - though we also thoroughly enjoyed visiting several delicious restaurants within a 10 minute drive. Eric is an incredible host - quick responses and extremely friendly nature made us feel at home instantly. He checked up on us during our drive down from San Jose and made sure to give us a detailed tour of the house when we arrived. The next morning he gave us a tour of the grounds, taking us down through the gardens to the river. We’d love to return

Our stay near Rivas, Costa Rica at a riverside Airbnb hosted by Eric and Helen was nothing short of remarkable. The secluded house, set in lush mountains, offered a magical retreat. We enjoyed the walk to the river, where our kids spent delightful hours. Exploring local attractions from hiking trails, a butterfly garden, delicious food, to a unique cheese store enriched our stay. Despite the rainy season, we encountered minimal bugs. Roads were good, but a 4x4 was advantageous. The house is beautifully maintained, with an option to pick fresh fruits. We highly recommend this Airbnb gem!

Wow!! Stay here! Epic river frontage and mystical property! Very comfortable beds, extremely clean and had everything we needed. Eric was a fantastic host that was available for anything we wanted. His expertise of the area and the property was awesome! Can’t wait to stay again!!!

Eric and Helen were terrific hosts and were easy to communicate with because their other home was next door on the same grounds. They were very helpful with information about the area and they even brought us cappuccino each morning. The home is large enough for a family and has some of the most beautiful river access. The home is right on the Talari River, which is one of the nicest rivers anywhere. We even went swimming and it was a little cold but you get used to it quickly.

This is our 2nd stay at this beautiful mountain retreat. It is a wonderful break from our life at the beach, with crisp temperatures in the morning and evening and color everywhere--the trees, the flowers, the art! We especially enjoy walking to town, both to Canaan and San Gerardo to fabulous restaurants. The gentle path to the river on the property is also very special. If you enjoy cold water and bouldering, you'll be in heaven!

Thank you Mary for a lovely review. We look forward to your return when you are ready. Regards to Philip and all the fam!

Absolutely astonishing home with fabulous woodwork architecture , Eric is living just a stone throw away and very nice and helpful. There is a private river access and breathtaking nature. Dream come true!

Very sweet review Jan, Thank you so much! Truly hope you make it back and can spend more time. 🙏🏽✌🏽❤️

This house really feels like a home, which is what I was looking for. A place to feel comfortable yet in nature. The beds were comfortable and there were many places to relax and gather with the family. The path to the river is magical. It’s clear that Eric put a lot of attention and love into each inch of his property. Eric also is a lovely host - kind and attentive. I would recommend his place for any family vacation. I stayed for 4 nights and didn’t want to leave!

Thank you Natasha for the lovely review. I really appreciate it. Thanks for all tne feedback. The hot water is an electric tank. Obviously not enough for a full house. We have used gas heaters on demand that didn’t work well either. We may need to change to electric heaters on demand. I’m surprised about the bugs. Just days before you arrived we had an exterminator clear out the whole house. We will definitely give a deeper treatment and look into screens and door sweeps. I didn’t realize it was so bad. Thank you again for the positive review, and I will take all your points of feedback to heart and address those issues. Again it was a pleasure to host you and your family, I hope you can make it back. All tne best. Eric 🙏🏽✌🏽❤️

Our family of 4 loved our time at Eric's. Swimming in the river, accessible through the property felt like the Sierra's in a tropical setting. The surroundings are beautiful and the cooler temperatures at night are a welcome reprieve from the heat. The house itself is great, with plenty of room for a much larger family. The house had a crib which was supper convenient for us. The grounds are immaculately kept, and our 4-year old enjoyed picking fresh lettuce and herbs from the garden. We will definitely be back next time we are in Costa Rica.

Thank you Oleg! Appreciate your kind words 🙏🏽

Eric was an extremely gracious and hospitable host. To avoid redundancy, we say that we agree with all the previous 25 five star reviews that he received for this property. We particularly enjoyed selecting which common space we would use for which activity! One porch was used for yoga and morning meditation, and another area was used for a quiet reading space. Yet another area was used for work, and another for playing games outdoors. One feature of the house, not mentioned in other reviews, was the exquisite woodworking found throughout the home. The attention to detail in those architectural features was remarkable. We hardly recommend this host and his home to all!

Thank you Maureen! Such a sweet review. We really appreciate. 🙏🏽❤️

This was not our fist time at Eric’s place because it is such a lovely spot in Rivas. It has the best river swimming spot and they are gracious hosts. You have privacy and comfort and a great location on the mountain:)

We had an awesome time! The house is very comfortable and the location is super unique. Eric was a perfect host.

Thank you so much Laura for the positive feedback. We look forward to you and your family coming back soon.🙏🏽

We had an amazing time at Eric’s. Such a beautiful home & couldn’t ask for a better location! Incredible.

The stay at Eric’s has been a magical experience. It is like a FairyLand, River, colors, nature and so much positive energy. We got recharged, it felt like heaven on Earth. Eric is such an incredible host and sweet person. It felt like home there. We will definitely be back and stay longer. Thank you life 🦋

Gorgeous home and property! Very clean, incredible architecture, wonderful place to stay.

We had such a wonderful stay, the house is very cozy and feels like a home away from home. Communication with Eric was top notch, very supportive and clear. The house itself has comfortable beds and cozy bed linens and lovely soaking tubs as well as lots of comfortable outdoor seating areas to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The garden and river are stunning and Canaan is a very special area indeed! We’ll be back :)

The accommodations are wonderful and the location of the property simply couldn't be more perfect.

Eric was such a kind helpful host! His check in was smooth and informative. He even let us know we could enjoy some of the fruits on the property! Making fresh OJ in the morning was delicious. The house is comfy and the beds are luxurious. The best part was by far the river trail and garden. We took a couple swims in the river and thoroughly enjoyed our walks. Definitely an amazing place to stay!

Property next to the Chirripo River, well-kept gardens, very uniquely decorated house. Cheerful and colorful. Comfortable for 5 people. Good beds and kitchen equipped with basic implements. The surrounding area with walking trails, river, butterfly, cheese factory. An ideal place to rest and disconnect from the noise and the routine.

Propiedad junto al río Chirripo, jardines bien cuidados, casa muy singularmente decorada. Alegre y colorida. Cómoda para 5 personas. Buenas camas y cocina equipada con los implementos básicos. La zona aledaña con senderos para caminar, río, mariposario, fábrica de quesos. Ideal para descansar y desconectarse del ruido y la rutina.

What am interesting home!  The grounds are meticulously kept.  Eric could not have been more welcoming and helpful.  He and his wife invited us for tea.  We were feeling a bit under the weather, and Eric gifted us with healing products.  I highly recommend this property.

This place is so sweet! The colorful painted furniture makes it a fairytale feel, but really the beds are comfy and the garden is full of greens and it is literally the best piece of river to swim in  in all of Chirripo. Eric is an awesome host, super responsive and kind. I will definitely come back!

A lovely home with a beautiful walk down to the river.

Words and pictures cannot do justice to the magical space Eric has created here. This property is host to the convergence of two rivers and Eric has sculpted the jungle elegantly as you descend to your private river entry point to swim and frolick. The kitchen is well equipped and the home is comfortable and adorable. While enjoying your stay, be sure to visit Casa Alagria for its butterfly dome, delicious cafe menu, and great vibes.

Beautiful property with a gorgeous trail to the river. Perfect swimming hole and pace to have a fire. Eric was so helpful and sweet! Highly recommend!

The highlights of this property are the world class river/river access and gardens, and the host. The river access is beautifully designed stone steps descending through gardens, with huge boulders, till you arrive at the Talari River, and a private beach and river pool to swim in. It is truly magnificent. The host Eric is exceptionally helpful, available, and flexible—the ultimate host.

Fantastic experience, this area is one of the most beautiful places on earth, and this AirBnb offers the perfect way to enjoy it.  It is a comfortable, quality, well equipped home.  And the yard is beautifully landscaped, fantastic bird watching, and a private trail down to the pristine river.  Fast internet as well.  Can't recommend it enough!

the area is terrific, the location fantastic, the gardens are truly fantastic and we loved the house.  Eric is on site for Amy extra needs and for information.  we had a great visit.  yes, the river is freezing and a lot of fun, couldn't keep us out of it.

Such a splendid getaway. Even better than the pictures. And really comfy beds!

We stayed at this gorgeous fairy-tale dream home for a few nights in December and wish we could have stayed for longer! It is spacious, well appointed, comfortable, and located on an incredible property right on a roaring river. There are fruit trees aplenty and it is also located close to Canaan where you can find a great restaurant, cafe, chocolate and cheese store. The cloud bridge reserve is only a short drive away. You do need a 4x4 to get here. Eric was the kindest, most flexible and generous host we’ve ever encountered. Don’t hesitate to reserve this place!

The perfect place to enjoy the chirripo area as a family!!! The house is beautiful with plenty of space, all the necessary amenities, new and luxurious finishes, very well kept and clean. The property's gardens are beautiful and can be enjoyed from the terraces. The property has access to the chirripo river in its connection with the Talari River and is perfect to cool off on a hot day Eric lives on the same property, he is always willing to help with whatever is necessary, especially local recommendations, but he is still very respectful and feels total privacy

El lugar perfecto para disfrutar en familia la zona del chirripo!!! La casa es preciosa con muchísimo espacio, todas las comodidades necesarias, acabados nuevos y lujosos, muy bien cuidada y limpia. Los jardines de la propiedad son hermosos y se pueden disfrutar desde las terrazas. La propiedad tiene acceso al río chirripo en su unión con el río talari y es perfecto para refrescarse en un día caliente Eric vive en la misma propiedad, siempre está dispuesto a ayudar en lo que sea necesario, en especial en recomendaciones de la zona, pero igual es muy respetuoso y se siente una total privacidad

Four of us stayed at Eric's gorgeous house for three night. The place is absolutely immaculate, warm and beautiful. The beds are comfortable and inviting. The surrounding land is full of fruit trees, a vegetable garden and a beautiful path to a breathtaking river, with clear, blue pools that can one can swim in, when weather permits. Every morning and evening we were greeted by the cheerful chirps of a variety of birds. Eric was a perfect host. He met us as we arrived and showed us around. He invited us to take whatever we wanted from the garden, which we did every morning for breakfast. We loved every moment we stayed there and our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer. The only improvement we think Eric can make is to have better frying pans. If you are looking for a beautiful, unique, quiet and spacious place to stay, with a great host, you need look no further than Eric's place.

The place was luxurious and truly unique. Custom built home and artisan furniture in an incredible location where the Talari and Chirripo rivers meet. Beautiful views of the mountains from the porch as you listen to the sound of the river and birdsong. Walking distance to corner store and restaurant, but feels truly secluded and tucked away. Close to Talamanca and Cloudbridge preserve and only a 30 minute drive to San Isidro for anything else. What a fantastic experience and welcoming host!  Highly reccomend!

Wow!! If you’re headed to Chirripo, there is not a better home or property to land on.  Eric provides the utmost care. The swimming hole on the river is world class. Definitely worth an evening fire. The location is close to the restaurants, store and activities. Take a 4x4 for flexibility to drive up to the Cloud Bridge for great hikes. No doubt the best AirBnB around!!!

Amazing space and gorgeous river,  wonderful experience!

Eric is kind and thoughtful!  The house is beautiful and he knows so many people from being a long time local!  We were able to have local experiences and beautiful home cooked /chef prepared meals though his advice.  The most beautiful location I would come again and again!!!  The gardens are gorgeous and river swim was stunning beauty!!  He is so helpful, I highly recommend!!

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