Jan
Reviews
88 total reviews
85% Excellent
88 reviews
4.82
2023–2026
Cleanliness 4.8
Accuracy 4.8
Communication 4.9
Location 4.9
Check-in 4.9
Value 4.8
88 reviews
It is a very nice, comfortable house with a wonderful garden, and the best thing is that the beach is practically the house's patio.
The location was great, the beach was just across the street. We could hear the waves from the patio! Yoshua was proactive in contacting us with directions for arrival. Yoshi met us a the property and gave us important information about using the gas stoves and the water (It is not potable.) The grounds are lovely and private with a gate. The house itself felt a little crowded for 6 adults. There are two small bedrooms and one bathroom on each floor. The kitchens were also small and not very well stocked, making meal preparation tough. Overall the space was rustic but the location made it worthwhile.
A very cozy, clean, and comfortable place. They welcomed us personally at the door and were available to help. The place is beautiful, with a real Caribbean vibe, close to downtown but far enough away that you don't feel overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle. It's located right across from Playa Negra; it's amazing to fall asleep to the sound of the waves, truly beautiful.
This is a truly beautiful accommodation surrounded by nature, with the ocean right in front—an absolutely stunning setting. We actually spotted more wildlife in the garden than in the nearby nature park, which was simply incredible. Communication was excellent and very fast, and we received a warm and personal welcome from Yoshi, which made us feel at home right away. The place is tastefully and simply furnished, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. It’s definitely a spot that encourages you to slow down and stay longer. Highly recommended!
The place was great! As a wildlife enthusiast and photographer it was wonderful. Birds in the mornings, all the poison dart frogs everywhere was awesome! The craziest part…. We watched a sloth fall out of the tree! Like fully fell 40 feet from a tree and get right back up and climb again. Beach is across the street, few walkable food joints but close enough to drive or take a bike or Tuk Tuk to town.
Overall a good accommodation (location, garden area, beds) but the house needs some deep cleaning and maintenance (we had issues with the light in the bathroom twice, the gas-stove had a defect and could not be used plus the safe needed to be opened professionally on our last day because it was not possible to open it anymore). The kitchen downstairs was ok but the upstairs kitchen was dirty and also not well equipped. The communication with yoshi was good, he responded fast and sent help where needed.
Host Response
Thank you for your detailed review and for highlighting the positive aspects of the location, garden, and beds. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you experienced during your stay. The bathroom light and stove issue were addressed as soon as we were informed, and we appreciate your patience while we resolved them. Regarding the safe, a technician was called immediately to ensure it was opened safely. We take your comments about deep cleaning and kitchen equipment very seriously. Since your stay, we have reviewed our cleaning procedures and checked the upstairs kitchen to make sure everything meets our standards. We’re glad communication was smooth and that we were able to respond quickly when needed. Your feedback helps us improve, and we truly appreciate it. We wish you all the best and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Great place! Super close to the beach and the host was super responsive. Would recommend this for people visiting Puerto Viejo!
It was wonderful! We had a great time using the Airbnb & everytime I come to Costa Rica, it just makes you appreciate you life even more
Great large authentic beachhouse but basic. Actually 2 apartments with separate entrances. Perfect for some. Beach is 1 min walking crossing a quiet road. The garden is fantastic and biodivers. Did our own little “safari”. The host was very responsive and proactive which I find essential. Value for money. Would recommend.
The property was beautiful and felt exotic. I also appreciated the amount of landscape varieties there were in the property. The road was kind of busy in front but mostly because of all of the construction going on in the area. It was easy to get to the beach and the towns close by. The only complaint I really had was that there weren’t enough towels. We had enough towels for each person have one for the entire stay. There also were not any beach towels which we didn’t come with because I thought the rental would have one. It also would have been nice to have beach items since it is beach front property. We would definitely stay there again.
Our stay at Jan's place was amazing. The house has a private garden, a lot of space, air conditioning and the beach is just across the street. It is pretty close to Puerto Viejo town. Communication was great and Jan & Yoshua were very kind. Thanks a lot for the nice stay!
Very nice place, it's hidden, but a super short walk from the beach. The house even has a trail to add to the tranquility. I would definitely stay here again.
It was a very good experience. Yosua was always attentive and flexible. Beautiful place.