Clair

The Casita is basically a large comfortable screened in porch so it was a bit cool at night. The surrounding landscaping and herb gardens accented the rhythmic sounds of nature including birds, bugs and frogs. The bed was comfortable and the water was hot. For the price, what more can you ask for. Additionally, the bird watching from the outside porch was very good and we were mesmerized by the the Crested Caracara fledglings being fed by their attentive parents in the nest nearby. We enjoyed the comings and goings of the horses, sheep, cows and, goats ; and feeding the chickens with our compostables. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful farm and would recommend it.

We stayed 2 months. The rancho is well stocked and Clair can also supply milk, cheese and yogurt from her goats as you desire. There is also produce available in her organic gardens. Clair and Mark were wonderful hosts, very attentive to all our requests and questions and quick to address any issues. They included us in their Christmas meal as well as taking us to the market and stores weekly as we arrived with no vehicle. The bus stop is a 2.5 km trek and there are no close shops at all. A vehicle is a must, if you are not hikers. Alternatively, arrive with all your supplies. We arrived in rainy season, so everything was muddy, damp and a bit musty and moldy. People with allergies may have issues. Opportunities are there to learn about farm life and livestock. Birding is excellent. We enjoyed our time getting to know Clair and Mark and felt a bit sad to leave our two new friends. Thank you for your kind hospitality.