This gorgeous property is situated in two acres of lovely garden with big trees, lawns, and 3 ponds from which emanates an amazing chorus of frogs every evening. The land then extends back towards Corcovado with 32 acres of rainforest, with a range of mammals in it. Sitting on the veranda, the rainforest is right there and usually squirrel monkeys, trogons, aracari and toucans, moving about. At night, the kinkajou family come and visit and you can watch them from the veranda. The space • The house has 3 bedrooms plus a separate study room (can be made into another bedroom on request). It therefore will comfortably sleep 6 – 7 people. • Upstairs there is a lovely open hardwood veranda area off the toilet / bathroom / two rooms. • In the upstairs bathroom there is a gas-powered hot shower. • About 80m away from the house is a 4-bay garage with small living quarters for the hosts. • In this area there is poor mobile connection; but courtesy of the private satellite dish installed on the hill 300m above the property, there is decent wi-fi and we have just upgraded from solar-driven (works when sun out) to electricity-driven wifi so now we are proud to say, we have 24/7 wifi - we're only place for many miles around to have this. • The property is tranquil, secure and private. • White bed-linen & white towels are provided -The windows are covered in mesh. There is no Aircon (other than in the study) Guests need to book tours to Corcovado and boat tours in advance, pls email for more information The property - whilst nestled on the edge of rainforest and 'remote' in feel, is also 300m from the nearby village and easy to drive to in a normal car With the Osa being a relatively remote area, services are not what they are further north. For example, there are electricity power cuts, every once in a while eg when a tree falls on the lines somewhere. It normally comes back on in a couple of hours. Likewise, there are occasional water outages ...but again these get fixed fast. If this happens during your stay - don't panic. A couple of hours later it's normally resolved; but if worried, get in touch with one of us There's a lot of wildlife in the rainforest on the property. You can use our maintained trails. Guest access Some of the regular birds you can see in the garden are: Montezuma Oropendula; Baird's Trogon, Slaty-Tailed Trogon, Gartered Trogon; Chestnut Mandibled Toucan; Fiery-billed Aracari; Lineated and Golden-naped Woodpecker; Cocoa Wood creeper; Masked Tityra; Green and Bare-throated Tiger Heron; Green and Ringed Kingfisher; Tanagers ... Golden-hooded, Blue-gray, Bay-headed, Cherries, Summer; Tropical Kingbird; Shining Honeycreeper; Long-tailed hermit, Little Hermit, Rufous-tailed hummer; Antwrens; Red-capped and Orange-Collared Manikins; White Hawk; Thick-billed Euphonia; Roadside Hawk and Collared Forest Falcon. There's also more occasional stuff ... Like the Crested Owl Guests can access all of the garden. Please ask if you'd like a short guide to photography opportunities & walking on the 32 acres - in the garden and property land (give us your email so we can send it) Guests need permission to use any of the hides, and climbing the scaffold tower hides or ladders - in any circumstance - is strictly at your own risk. Other things to note For walking into the rainforest, suggest you borrow a pair of the boots that are on the downstairs veranda (protection from snakes) The blinds / hides are only available on request when Jim is there. Please don't assume they will automatically be available Leonidas is a local guy who will come & discretely check on the house each day, really this is for when guests are not staying there & he is checking there are no squatters and to put off any thieves. He also comes & does the garden each Saturday, using gardening equipment from the Garage

## The Space

This beautiful property is set on two acres of lush gardens featuring large trees, lawns, and three ponds that fill the evenings with a delightful chorus of frogs. Beyond the garden, the land extends into 32 acres of rainforest stretching toward Corcovado, home to a variety of mammals.

From the veranda, the rainforest is visible and often visited by wildlife such as squirrel monkeys, trogons, aracaris, and toucans. At night, a family of kinkajous frequently appears, providing guests with a unique viewing experience from the veranda.

The house includes:

- Three bedrooms plus a separate study room that can be converted into an additional bedroom upon request
- Accommodation for 6 to 7 people comfortably
- An upstairs open hardwood veranda adjacent to the bathroom and two bedrooms
- A gas-powered hot shower in the upstairs bathroom

Approximately 80 meters from the house is a four-bay garage with small living quarters for the hosts.

## Connectivity and Utilities

Mobile phone reception is weak in the area; however, a private satellite dish located 300 meters above the property provides reliable Wi-Fi. The system has recently been upgraded from solar-powered to electricity-driven, ensuring 24/7 internet access—making this one of the few places nearby with continuous connectivity.

The property offers a peaceful, secure, and private environment. White bed linens and towels are provided, and all windows are fitted with mesh screens. Air conditioning is available only in the study.

## Location and Accessibility

Although the property feels remote and is nestled on the edge of the rainforest, it is just 300 meters from the nearby village and accessible by a standard vehicle.

Given the remote nature of the Osa region, occasional power outages may occur, typically due to fallen trees affecting power lines. These interruptions usually last a few hours. Water outages can also happen but are generally resolved quickly. Guests are encouraged to contact the hosts if they have any concerns during their stay.

## Wildlife and Nature Trails

The property features maintained trails through the rainforest, allowing guests to explore the diverse wildlife.

Regular bird species observed in the garden include:

- Montezuma Oropendola
- Baird's Trogon, Slaty-Tailed Trogon, Gartered Trogon
- Chestnut Mandibled Toucan
- Fiery-Billed Aracari
- Lineated and Golden-Naped Woodpecker
- Cocoa Woodcreeper
- Masked Tityra
- Green and Bare-Throated Tiger Heron
- Green and Ringed Kingfisher
- Various tanagers such as Golden-Hooded, Blue-Gray, Bay-Headed, Cherries, and Summer
- Tropical Kingbird
- Shining Honeycreeper
- Long-Tailed Hermit, Little Hermit, Rufous-Tailed Hummingbird
- Antwrens
- Red-Capped and Orange-Collared Manakins
- White Hawk
- Thick-Billed Euphonia
- Roadside Hawk and Collared Forest Falcon

Occasionally, guests may spot rarer species like the Crested Owl.

Guests have full access to the garden. A short guide to photography opportunities and walking trails on the 32 acres of garden and property land is available upon request—please provide your email to receive it.

Use of any hides requires permission, and climbing scaffold tower hides or ladders is strictly at the guest’s own risk.

## Additional Information

For rainforest walks, guests are advised to borrow boots available on the downstairs veranda for protection against snakes.

Blinds and hides are accessible only upon request and when Jim, the host, is present. They are not automatically available.

Leonidas, a local caretaker, discreetly checks the house daily when guests are absent to prevent squatting and deter theft. He also maintains the garden every Saturday using equipment stored in the garage.

## Tours

Guests are encouraged to book tours to Corcovado and boat tours in advance. For more details, please contact the hosts via email.

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3BR villa in Puerto Jiménez

Casa Ranas - Osa, 32 acres, wildlife photography - Houses for Rent in Puerto Jiménez, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

What a gorgeous place to stay. It felt like we were really immersed in nature - so calm and tranquil. Would definitely recommend!

We stayed at Jim's place for 4 nights with our two children. We were alone on the property because Jim was on vacation. The co-hosts Kathrin and Sebastian are very helpful and always quick to respond to questions. The house is in the middle of nature and can only be reached via a gravel road. The house is as described, and everything is clean and tidy. Of course, we also got to know Raymon, the caiman, and the neighbor's pig also greeted us and was christened Headnut by us.

Wir waren mit unseren zwei Kindern 4 Nächte bei Jim. Wir waren alleine auf dem Grundstück, weil Jim in Urlaub war. Die Co-Hosts Kathrin und Sebastian sind sehr hilfsbereit und reagieren immer schnell auf Rückfragen. Das Haus liegt mitten in der Natur und ist nur über eine Schotterstraße zu erreichen. Das Haus ist wie beschrieben, alles sauber und ordentlich. Raymon, den Kaiman, haben wir natürlich auch kennengelernt und das Schwein vom Nachbarn hat uns auch begrüßt und wurde von uns mit dem Namen Headnut getauft.

wonderful property a reasonable distance from town.  Great food options close by (Soda Leila) that can even deliver.  Awesome nature escape and unique.  Would definitely stay again.

thanks for the lovely review Travis. Much appreciated

The space is completely as described. The surroundings, location, and property are a dream. Communication was prompt and flawless at all times.

Die Unterkunft entspricht vollständig der Beschreibung. Die Umgebung, Lage und das Grundstück sind ein Traum. Die Kommunikation funktionierte schnell und jederzeit einwandfrei.

Jim's place is a fantastic gem. The house overlooks an incredible garden where we watched an amazing assortment of wildlife. It was the best place we stayed in Costa Rica, and I would strongly recommend it to anyone. A special thanks to Jim and Kathrin for being so helpful in sharing tips and much more during our stay. Thanks again!

Casa de las Ranas is an incredibly gorgeous house in a beautiful part of the country.  We loved the interesting architecture, and really enjoyed the animal visitors each day.  The hosts were very quick to reply and were even able to accommodate an early arrival.  Their recommended naturalist, Gerson, led us on a fabulous excursion to Corcovado.  We also really appreciated the rubber boots.  Note that there is no a/c, so be prepared to be one with nature!  The main disappointment for us was that the grounds were not as well maintained as we hoped.  The trails and one of the platforms were very overgrown, and that meant it was difficult accessing both.  However, we greatly enjoyed the beautiful surroundings, even if we didn't explore the grounds as much as we had hoped.  The caimans in the pond were wonderfully entertaining, and we would definitely visit again.

Pleasant house in the middle of nature but 25 minutes from Puerto Jiménez

Maison plaisible au milieu de la nature mais a 25 mn de Puerto Jiménez

Thanks Hans, much appreciated and I hope the rest of your holiday went well

Incredible location for nature lovers. Rustic, quiet and charming. Close to some lovely beaches. Loved hearing the howler monkeys in the morning and watching the Caiman in the ponds.

Great house in a fantastic garden. Saw some animals. From there you can easily drive to Drake Bay. Unfortunately, we had no WiFi for 2 days.

Tolles Haus in traumhaftem Garten. Haben einige Tiere gesehen. Von dort kann man gut zur Drake Bay fahren. Leider hatten wir 2 Tage kein WLAN.

We are very glad to hear you enjoyed the house and the property. We wish we had known about your issues with the Wi-Fi, which usually works perfect. After you left we found the starlink router disconnected, the antenna was on the ground. We plugged everything back together and it’s working fine. Wishing you all the best for the rest of your vacation in Costa Rica!

It was a little piece of heaven. Private, peaceful and full of wildlife. The birds were fantastic. Sitting out first thing in the morning listening to the buzzing, croaking and tweeting was remarkable. A magical place

Just heading home from an excellent stay. So peaceful to just sit on the deck and watch nature take its course in front of you. A birders dream house in a natural environment. Beds super comfortable and wonderful to hear the howlers wake you up with the sun if they are around. Loved watching the daily drama with the Basilisk lizards and the Caiman when they were sunning themselves out of the water. A great spot that added to our Osa experience. Thanks Kathrin & Jim

Jim, Kathrin & Sebastian were most responsive to all our questions and provided excellent recommendations for local eats, grocery, private tour guide & onsite massage.  First and second level wrap around porches with comfortable seating provided excellent views of the ponds and beautiful garden. Kitchen included all the essentials, comfortable bed with fans making for restful nights. On property garden, ridge and stream trails provided convenient early morning birding, day and night hikes. We saw as many bird, insect, mammal and reptile varieties on Jim’s property as we did on a guided hike in Corcovado NP. Remote, yet no more than 15-30 minute drive to beach, grocery & restaurants. Pick up groceries on the way in and you’ll have no reason to leave the property, until you have to!

This is one of the best AirBnB’s we’ve ever stayed at! Nature at its best, soak in the jungle, Pura Vida. We can’t wait to come back!

The wildlife visible in the garden is amazing - you hardly need to visit a reserve. Early mornings and late afternoons we sat on the balcony and watched it all happen. At night the sounds of the forest envelop you. The house is well designed and furnished and the kitchen had everything we needed. We appreciated the vases of flowers. The recommended guide (Gerson) was excellent and took us on short night and early morning tours. We would certainly come here again.

We had an amazing stay here with our niece. The location is truly special and we were very happy to just sit on the terrace or in the hammocks in the ground floor and listen to and watch the wildlife. While it was very humid while we were there we were quite comfortable with the fans and didn't find it particularly buggy. Throughout our stay the hosts were extremely helpful and responsive, offering lots of helpful tips, recommendations and information. We had an unexpected disruption in our flights and they were also flexible in offering ways to help accommodate a potential extra day if needed. We cooked at the house and had everything we needed in the kitchen. We also loved Soda Leila just down the road. Playa Blanca, nearby, was a great spot for a swim at high tide. And overall we found this to be a great home base for exploring Osa. Highly recommend!

On our tour of Costa Rica we stayed 4 nights at Casa Ranas, unfortunately far too short to fully discover everything in the area and also the house with fantastic garden. It was lovely to stay here. The host was very helpful and helped us with all kinds of good contacts to experience the area well.

Op onze rondreis door Costa Rica hebben we 4 nachten bij Casa Ranas verbleven, helaas veel te kort om alles in de omgeving en ook het huis met fantastische tuin volledig te ontdekken. Het was heerlijk om hier te verblijven. De host was zeer behulpzaam en heeft ons aan allerlei goede contacten geholpen om de omgeving goed te ervaren.

A lovely home in a fantastic location in the middle of nature. From the upper veranda I enjoyed all the birds, butterflies, and the Jesus Christ lizards and two coots in the pond. It is a good starting point for a day trip to the Serina station in Corcovado nature park. Kathrin recommended a guide who speaks good English. Be sure to book the tour at Finka Köbö at the beginning of the dirt road, which was well worth it. Tip: make printscreens of the route instructions and the access code in advance, because you have no mobile coverage on the way.

Een heerlijke woning op een fantastische locatie midden in de natuur. Vanaf de bovenveranda heb ik genoten van alle vogels, vlinders, en van de Jezus Christ hagedissen en twee kaaimannen in de vijver. Het is een goede uitvalsbasis voor een dagtocht naar het Serina station in natuurpark Corcovado. Kathrin heeft ons een gids aangeraden die goed Engels spreekt. Boek vooral ook de rondleiding bij Finka Köbö aan het begin van de onverharde weg, die was erg de moeite waard. Tip: maak tevoren printscreens van de route instructies en de toegangscode, je hebt namelijk geen mobiel bereik onderweg.

This is a very special place. The whole property is designed for absorbing the plants and animals of the Osa peninsula. We saw aracari, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, poison dart frogs, iguanas, toucans, macaws, and many other species of reptiles, amphibians, insects, and birds. And of course we enjoyed the quiet company of Raymond the caiman.  The house’s second floor veranda is a lovely place to sit. If you are visiting the Osa peninsula for watching wildlife and enjoying the rainforest ecosystem, it’s worth it to stay here for 5 days, maybe longer.

Gorgeous spot tucked in the jungle! Very wild spot and beautiful house. Was hoping to walk the property more than we did but the trails were steep and overgrown. Power and internet were spotty during our stay. Hosts were very friendly and responsive during internet issues and with restocking items.

It’s a very nice place with its own tropical garden. The house is beautiful and well maintained. However, all three bedrooms do not have air conditioner. No mention of AC is the description means NO air conditioner. With the heat and humidity and without AC, I could not get any sleep in the night. For these who can tolerate the heat and humidity in the jungle, this is a nice place to stay. For those who used to having air conditioner and can not tolerate the heat and humidity, this is not a place for you.

Perfect for us three friends, three wonderful separate rooms, two bathrooms, a great terrace with perfect views of birdlife and monkeys, coatis, two lovable caimans and much more. Like a kind of private birding lodge just for the three of us. Once we saw twelve toucans on a single tree. Great curassows have walked through the garden. Arassaris, toucans, three different species of woodpeckers, etc. could be seen on the branchless dead tree trunk alone. A fantastic place to stay that we had a hard time leaving after a week. Beautiful beaches nearby. A rental car makes sense. We hope to return!

Perfekt für uns drei Freundinnen, drei wunderbare separate Zimmer, zwei Bäder, eine großartige Terrasse mit perfektem Blick in Vogelwelt und auf Affen, Coatis, zwei liebenswerte Kaimane und vieles mehr. Wie eine Art private Birding Lodge nur für uns  drei. Einmal haben wir zwölf Tukane auf einem einzigen Baum gesehen Great Curassows sind durch den Garten spaziert. Alleine auf dem astlosen toten Baumstamm waren Arassaris, Tukane, drei verschiedene Arten Spechte usw. zu sehen. Eine traumhafte Unterkunft, von der wir uns nach einer Woche nur schwer getrennt haben. Schöne Strände in der Nähe. Ein Mietauto ist sinnvoll. Wir hoffen wiederzukommen!

This was one of our favorite CR stays. The highlight for us was the variety and amount of wildlife. Aracaris, woodpeckers, green heron, wood rails, kingfisher, toucans, Currasow, frogs, caiman, peccary, agouti, coati, huge iguanas, and brown basilisks, all made an appearance. We loved sitting on the spacious porch to watch the rain and all the animal action. Our concerns were the holes in the screens that let in bugs and the fan on the deck that had only one speed. We had previously purchased a large fan at Walmart, so were okay. We would love to return. We’re already missing seeing all of the animals.

I was attracted to this listing by the photos and description of the house and size of the property. My friends and I were looking for a place to explore the tropical habitat of the Osa Peninsula. The design of the home, the grounds immediately surrounding, and the general location of the extensive property provided the perfect setting to experience the existing wildlife and vegetation. Casa de las Aranas is a special place for those who are looking for a bit of solitude from people but a greater exposure to the world of the forest and pond creatures and critters. Every interaction we had with Jim or Kathrin and Sebastian, who live somewhere nearby, was pleasant and helpful or productive. The combination of components to create a relaxing, fun, and interesting getaway came together for our time spent at this magical place. Make sure you have a vehicle to get there and to all the other places to explore in the area.

We liked the nature around the house. House is spacious and private.

What a piece of paradise! We absolutely loved Jim's place. We had originally planned to do some sightseeing but loved it there so much we just stayed in - hiking the trails but best of all just sitting on the veranda watching the birds, caiman, and basilisk lizards. The birds were incredible - this is a perfect spot for birders. The house was also amazing - such an interesting design and beautiful hardwood. The house had all of the amenities we needed. Both the upstairs and downstairs verandas were wonderful places to hang out - downstairs in the shade was cool all hours of the day. The ceiling fan in the upstairs bedroom made it cool enough to sleep comfortably. The ponds and gardens were delightful. Jim, Kathrin, and Sebastian were all very responsive. Kathrin was especially helpful answering my many practical questions and providing suggestions for places to see. We would love to come back here again, it is really special!

We loved this home. It was in a fabulous rustic setting, with easy access to beautiful walks in nature, wildlife habitat and much more. We loved the remote, quiet, setting, full of natural wildlife. Jim was not in town during our stay. Katherine, the co-host, was extremely responsive and helpful, always answering my questions quickly. Her suggestions of places to visit and tour were all great. It was fun exploring other nearby areas, including a wonderful boat tour of Golfo Dulce, with Capt. Josh. As they say in the real estate world, the best part of the house: Location, location, location!!

If I spoke my heart and mind, I would gush so much that you wouldn’t believe me. Beautiful place. Kathrine was above-and-beyond helpful. We had a great stay. I only wish we could have stayed longer. Note that the title of the listing does not match the sign at the gate (yes, there is a gate, and the name there is “Casa de los Ranas”). Also, the long list of critters observable on the property are possible, not definite. We didn’t see nearly all those animals during our too-short stay, but we saw some amazing sights! The birds we did see (fiery billed aracari, multiple parrots, scarlet macaws, rufous tailed hummingbird, scarlet romped tanager, etc.) and the caimans were my kids’ favorites about the property. I wish I had availed myself more of the information for photographers. We hope to come back another time!

What an extraordinary place Casa de las Ranas is!  It’s like being in your own private rainforest with very comfortable beds, super clean bathrooms, and a well equipped kitchen. If you love nature, birds, and Costa Rican charm, this is a wonderful place to stay. Come equipped with groceries—you won’t want to leave!

Jim’s place is a fantastic getaway for nature lovers! The property is surrounded by lush forests, teeming with birdlife, and even features a resident caiman to keep things exciting. Take the time to explore the grounds—it’s well worth dedicating a day to soak in the beauty of the surroundings. If you’re seeking a peaceful retreat immersed in nature, this is the place to be!

During an extreme storm situation with flooding, landslide, power outage and roadblock, this wonderful house surrounded by fascinating nature was my beloved retreat. There was nothing missing and I always had contact with Kathrin and Sebastian, who kept me informed about the location in the region. Thank you for this and for Kathrin's homemade bread. Tip for self-drivers: Drake Bay only with four-wheel drive, Puerto Jimenez also goes without. There is always a power outage when a tree falls on the overhead line. Repair time up to 8 hours ,depending on distance. So: Candles and flashlight, stay cool, Pura Vida

Während einer extremen Unwetterlage mit Überschwemmung, Erdrutsch, Stromausfall und Strassensperrung war dieses wundervolle Haus inmitten faszinierender Natur mein geliebter Rückzugsort. Es fehlte an nichts und ich hatte immer Kontakt zu Kathrin und Sebastian, die mich über die Lage in der Region auf dem laufenden hielten. Hierfür dankeschön und für das selbstgebackene Brot von Kathrin. Tip für Selbstfahrer: Drake Bay nur mit Allrad, Puerto Jimenez geht auch ohne. Stromausfall gibts immer wenn ein Baum auf die Oberleitung fällt. Reparaturdauer bis 8 Std. ,je nach Entfernung. Also: Kerzen und Taschenlampe, cool bleiben, Pura Vida

The Airbnb is surrounded by beautiful rainforest and is an absolute haven for wildlife! Amongst lots of other animals, we saw hummingbirds, squirrel monkeys, agoutis, caymans, and also crossed paths with a fer der lance viper. It was very easy to see the wildlife either exploring the property grounds, trails, or even just sitting on the balcony. Things to keep in mind are that the property is very open with no glass windows, only mosquito mesh. We stayed during the rainy season so the overnight rainfall was very loud. There is no AC, but ceiling and standing fans are provided. The washing machine was quite involved (which seems standard for the area), but there is no dryer which did impact our stay during the rainy season. However, there is a laundry service in Puerto Jimenez that is highly recommended and they do same day washing and drying. We stayed during a very high rainfall spell and the hosts were extremely kind and checked on us to ensure we were safe as the place is remote.

My family and I had an amazing stay! The wildlife on the property alone was worth it! We took many jungle hikes and saw more incredible animals, plants and trees we were in awe the whole time! Thank you Jim for sharing your home with us. Our hosts  Katherine and Sebastian were super helpful and prompt to respond to any questions we had. We hope to make it back again some day!

I don't even know where to begin! this place was absolutely magical for anyone who is a nature lover like we are! we saw a plethora of beautiful birds, including mannequins, trogons, toucans, a white hawk, and macaws!! we also saw a ton of beautiful morpho butterflies every morning from the porch, the resident Cayman named Raymond, and an adorable little herring that likes to catch the fish in the pond. it felt super safe, private, and the sounds of the jungle are constantly alive. it's beautiful. most of all though we so enjoyed gaining a friend! Jim the owner lives on the property, and he's really one of the nicest people we've met! we even had him over for dinner. He offered so much of his time showing us birds, helping us spot animals, and even let us go in his blind with him to watch the nightly visit of the kinkajou! incredible. He'll respect your privacy, but we highly recommend getting to know him! he's an exceptional person with an incredible storyand SO much knowledge.Thanks!

Truly a picturesque piece of property for nature lovers!!! We loved listening to the sounds of the jungle from the veranda both morning and night. Took many strolls around the yard admiring the nature and taking pictures! The house is spacious clean and we equipped. The hosts were excellent…quick to respond, helpful with suggestions and very accommodating!! The only tough piece for “us” was that it was extremely humid and hot without air conditioning but the fans helped and we made it work. We learned quickly how hot and humid is just a part of life in the Osa and it certainly wasnt a reflection of the beautiful home and property. The beauty of it all made the heat and humidity worth it! Highly recommend to all nature lovers! Thanks again for be amazing hosts!

We had an excellent time staying in the Osa Peninsula. The property was absolutely beautiful and provided access to an abundance of wildlife. You really get a sense of the flora and fauna all within the boundaries of Jim’s property. We are a couple so we only needed the one bedroom but I imagine this property would be a great option for anyone traveling as a group. One thing I really recommend is booking a tour with the cocao and vanilla farm on the same road as Jim’s property. Alex is extremely knowledgeable and friendly and the tour is a great price.

Thanks Patrick. Sorry I didn't get to meet you. Jim

Jim's place was one of the best places we've ever stayed .  Absolutely beautiful location with birds, monkeys, and ponds. The home was clean and spacious, well equipped and with a beautiful terrace area for relaxing and viewing nature.  Jim was an outstanding host. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. He went beyond my normal expectations of an owner. Just the right mix of caring for his guests and their interests and  providing privacy. If photography is your thing, his set up and guidance would be a bonus. Overall a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.

Thanks for such a lovely review,  both of you. xx

This is a unique property for those who really love Nature and want to experience OSA’s truly amazing wildlife. Jim is enthusiastic to make sure you will receive what you came for . He has created feeding stations, yes a Kinkajou station but remember they are noctural. There are 2 Caimans now in the pond. Keep your eye on the ole palm snag , we witnessed a woodpecker pecking on a brilliant green lizard which the woodpecker didnt want on his snag . You never know what you will see. You can just sit on the balcony of his beautifully constructed home and take it all in. The stunning beauty of his jungle property is right in front of you. Kathrin keeps the house impeccable clean and will also make sure you have everything you need. Enjoy!

This beautiful rustic home was one of the best places we've ever stayed.  There is so much wildlife on the property, and the owner was so knowledgable and helpful in showing us things to see.  They gave us great recommendations for the area and made sure we had everything we needed.  We really enjoyed our visit!

A beautiful place, great  hosts. Jim, Sebastian and Kathrin are the best hosts you could ask for. Always accessible, take care of it at all times and have lots of valuable tips and information . You just feel comfortable. The place is a dream, the most beautiful we could imagine. Great amenities, you can only feel comfortable here. Private jungle with lots of wildlife. Our highlight was the changing bear. We will be happy to come back.

Eine wunderschöne Unterkunft, tolle  Gastgeber. Jim, Sebastian und Kathrin sind die besten Gastgeber die man sich wünschen kann. Immer erreichbar, kümmern sich jederzeit und haben viele wertvolle Tips und Informationen . Man fühlt sich einfach wohl. Die Unterkunft ist ein Traum, die Schönste die wir uns vorstellen konnten. Tolle Ausstattung man kann sich hier nur wohlfühlen. Privater Dschungel mit ganz viel Wildlife. Unser Highlight war der Wickelbär. Wir kommen gerne wieder.

We loved our stay here. We were warmly welcomed and Jim goes above and beyond to show you as many animals and birds as possible. House was also great good. Definitely a place to return to.

We hebben hier genoten van ons verblijf. We werden hartelijk ontvangen en Jim doet er alles aan om jou zoveel mogelijk dieren en vogels te laten zien. Huis was ook geweldig goed. Zeker een plaats om naar terug te keren.

Staying at Jim’s wildlife wonderland was the highlight of our trip! The home is beautiful and the surrounding property is stunning. We got the opportunity to see so many different varieties of wildlife. Birds, moths, the Kinkajou, butterflies, a Tayra, the small Caiman that lives in one of the ponds and hearing the Howler monkeys. The setup of the home is extremely comfortable. We were able to make some amazing dinners in the well appointed kitchen . Jim and Kathryn were so attentive to every question and they also helped coordinate several excursions with incredible and knowledgeable guides. Jim also took time out to invite us up into the blinds on the property for bird viewing. If you have the opportunity to book this home I highly recommend it! We can’t wait to come back. Thank you for such an incredible time , the wonderful memories and for also being such a gracious host. We are counting down the days until we can return. Fondly, Angela and Dave

Jim is a great host providing a wealth of information about the area. The house and grounds provided a lot of entertainment from the birds, reptiles and mammals.  Raymond, the caiman and his buddy were fun to watch, as well as, the nightly visit of the kinkajou.

Beautiful space. Very clean. Excellent communication with hosts.

this is my 14th trip to Costa Rica and I'vebeen lucky enough to have traveled all over this beautiful country!! I can honestly and truly say that Jim's place was definitely the most incredible place I've stayed over the last 23 years in visiting here !! you feel as though you are embraced by the jungle just sitting on the back deck !! we were able to get some incredible pictures and videos right from the yard and from the deck. we didn't get the chance to take the trails to the back of the property 😕 but we saw and photographed capuchin and squirrel monkeys, a kinkajou, and a tayra, right from the deck !! jim is an awesome guy and very knowledgeable about the birds and animals that spend time on his 32 acres private nature reserve. he even offered to help me change a tire on our rental car!!!!! Jim's co hosts Sébastian and Kathrin meet us at the property and showed us around and made helpful suggestions on places to go !! I highly recommend staying at Jim's place!!!!!

If you are looking to be at one with nature, this property is fabulous. Great gardens with acres of rainforest to explore. We were lucky enough to see many birds, reptiles, animals, and insects. including the resident Camen in the pond. We had a boat trip and hike to the Corcovado National park and saw most of the animals on our wish list, including Whales and Dolphins from the boat . A night walk from the property with a local guide "Frank" was a must. We will always have fond memories of our stay here.

This place is a gem. Hidden villa in the jungle, with beautiful garden and a lot of wildlife around. We even had 2 crocodiles in the pond. The bird watching instructions were 100% accurate. Highly recommended.

We had very nice stay and enjoyed every moment. The nature is very close with many birds, Jesus Christ lizards, kaimans and more. The hosts were extremely friendly!

Absolutely beautiful stay here. In a stunning location with walks into the Rainforest and where wildlife abounds. Would definitely stay again and the hosts and caretakers were super helpful!  Thank you!

Thanks so much Leighton. I'm really glad you all had a great Christmas holiday

The only thing better than Casa de las Ranas, itself, were the incredible hosts. My family and I were warmly welcomed both before, and at our arrival. We had the pleasure of meeting Sebastian and Kathrin, who were absolutely delightful to spend time with. My only regret is not getting to meet Jim, who was out the country, but he provided incredibly helpful information and actively assisted us through online messages. Sincerely, this was the best vacation experience we’ve had in years. Casa de las Ranas has everything nature-lovers could ask for, and more. We saw toucans, white hawks, several species of monkeys, iguanas, AN OCELOT, an anteater, kinkajous, and parrots without ever leaving the property. It’s like living on a slice of Corcovado National Park. Thank you Jim, Kathrin and Sebastian! We’ll absolutely see you again soon!

Ha ha Tim you guys were the best. Keen to immerse yourselves in all the wildlife ...  I enjoyed email updates on all the things you were seeing. Hope you have a great Christmas

Jim's home is a very special place and a perfect spot for nature lovers. Very comfortable home with everything you'll need for long or short stays. Kathrin met us with the key and was very helpful in showing us the house and providing some local recommendations. Highly recommended.

a beautiful place where you can breathe oaz. katrin and Sebastian are excellent hosts, they gave us excellent recommendations. We recommend this house. thanks for iodine Pamela Carter, Steve and Cat.

un lugar precioso fonde se respira oaz. katrin y Sebastian son excelentes anfitriones, nos dieron excelentes recomendaciones. Recomendamos esta casa. gracias por yodo Pamela Carter, Steve y Cat.

The house is a very original and very well-designed architect's house. We were really immersed in the jungle as we wanted. Our hosts were lovely and did us several times a favor: last minute booking at the Corcovado with an extra French guide, early morning troubleshooting by Jim because we had punctured a wheel... and extra handmade bread when we arrived. we had a great stay.

La maison est une maison d'architecte très originale et très bien conçue Nous avons réellement été immergés dans la jungle comme nous le souhaitions. Nos hôtes ont été adorables et nous ont rendus plusieurs fois service : reservation de derniere minute au Corcovado avec un guide français extra, dépannage tôt le matin par Jim car nous avions creve une roue... et un pain extra fait main en arrivant. nous avons passé un excellent séjour.

If you are a nature's lover Casa Ranas is the place to stay.  We took some great pictures of kingfishers, tiger herons and over 10 species of frogs. The birds are plentiful and will wake you up in the morning with their unique songs and calls. The house is very clean and comfortable. Worth every penny. Jim and Sebastian are very helpful and respond quickly to any questions you may have. Food in nearby Playa Blanca was fantastic and so was in Puerto Jimenez. La Palma has a very decent grocery store in case you want to cook your own. Thanks Jim & Sebastian.

We had an amazing time at Jim‘s place - it‘s a beautiful property surrounded by nature. We got to see lots of animals from the deck on the first floor which is a great spot to spend some time and have breakfast/dinner. Jim‘s place was a fantastic starting point for our day trips to the Corcovado National Park and Drake Bay where we had a great time going snorkeling. I wish we had had more time on Osa and at Jim‘s place, well worth the drive down south! Jim as well as the co-hosts Kathrin and Sebastian were super friendly and very helpful with their recommendations! Thanks again!

Beautiful place, very spacious. It had a very complete kitchen! Excellent attention!

Hermosos lugar, muy amplio. Tenia cocina muy completa! Excelente atencion!

Gracias por una reseña encantadora y espero que el resto de sus vacaciones sean fantásticas

Casa de las Ranas was incredible! You will feel completely immersed in the jungle there. It’s perfect for a Nature-lover. We saw SO many animals in the backyard — lizards, turtles, herons, toucans, scarlet macaws, and countless other birds! The trail behind the house is super fun to take. Kathrin communicated with us throughout our stay and she always had AMAZING recommendations. If you stay here, I encourage you to do a guided tour in Corcovado National Park (Kathrin has guides she recommends). This was a truly unique & unforgettable experience.

Hi Flora, thanks as well for being lovely people & thanks for the sketches you drew in the guest book! Jim

On our trip through Costa Rica we spent 4 days in this great house with the unique atmospheric property. We were thrilled and impressed by what we could see and hear. Never heard so many animal voices at the same time. The host is super friendly, helpful and always available if you need him. Highly recommended!!!!! We would have liked to have stayed longer. From there we explored national parks and made a wonderful, lovingly arranged snorkeling tour, in probably the most beautiful snorkeling area of Costa Rica (Isla del Caño). Thank you!!!!

Auf unserer Reise durch Costa Rica verbrachten wir 4Tage in diesem großartigen Haus mit dem einmalig atmosphärischen Grundstück. Wir waren begeistert und beeindruckt von dem, was wir sehen und hören konnten. Nie zuvor soviel Tierstimmen gleichzeitig vernommen. Der Gastgeber ist super freundlich, hilfsbereit und stets erreichbar, wenn man ihn brauchen sollte. Absolut empfehlenswert!!!!! Wir wären gern noch länger geblieben. Von dort aus haben wir Nationalparks erkundet und eine wunderbare, liebevoll arrangierte Schnorcheltour, in dem wohl schönsten Schnorchelgebiet Costa Ricas (Isla del Caño), unternommem. Danke!!!!

Beautiful house and outdoors Always wildlife to look at during the daytime and nighttime. Wish we could’ve spent more time there.

Jim’s home is beyond beautiful. We had a lovely stay here. The grounds were just absolutely gorgeous and you can spend hours sitting in the balcony or the front porch just watching all the birds, critters and 🦎. The inside of the house has all the amenities for a comfortable stay which is rare to come by in CR. We had a toddler so we used the kitchen a fair amount and loved having good high quality pots and pans and kitchen tools to use in the kitchen. We highly recommend this home to anyone visiting the area.

Thanks for a lovely review, Aaron & Niki. Very appreciated!

Kathrin and Sebastian were super helpful and kind. If you’re looking to explore, you have to stay here

The home is beautiful and the property stunning. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the home and in the Osa Peninsula. All the niceties are very appreciated (bathroom supplies including nice towels, well-stocked kitchen, very clean and comfortable beds/bedding). We appreciate that Katrin and Sebastian stepped in, and were amazing and attentive hosts while Jim was away. They were able to put us in contact with Josh (an equally awesome “Southern Canadian”) for a great dolphin tour and they also provided suggestions for grocery shopping and sights to see. I loved the property “visitors” and took many hundreds of photos over our 4 days. We were fortunate to see toucans, howlers, hummingbirds, a lineated woodpecker and kingfishers (including one who caught a fish and the elusive Pygmy), amongst others. Jim’s property helped make our time in Osa (our first time in that area of Costa Rica) unforgettable for all the right reasons.

Jim's property offers an irresistible appeal to true nature lovers. There is a rare blend of ponds and forest, and the comfort of a modern and tasteful residence. The lack of internet and cellular network at night was our only hesitation before giving it a 5 star rating. If you don't mind then we highly recommend this unique experience, especially as Jim is one of the best hosts one could wish for.

This is one of the most spectacular places we have ever stayed.  To experience the jungle from the comfort of this beautiful house is unforgettable!  High quality linens  and comfortable beds, stunning indoor and outdoor living spaces, sipping coffee in hammock chairs on the upper deck for bird, monkey, iguana, turtle, butterfly (and so much more!) viewing, and walks on the jungle paths on the property will leave you in awe and wonder.  This was a perfect location to drive to isolated and pristine beaches, take in a local family’s guided sloth tour, kayak through the mangroves, and eat seafood  and local dishes at many good restaurants.

Thanks for a lovely review Julie, really appreciated

From the day I booked, Jim was helpful and responsive. Even more so in person- he was friendly, helpful and informative even though he had a plane to catch. Jim is great. His house is great - spacious, spotless with a nice 2nd story deck. The beds are very good quality and comfortable. The master has a ceiling fan(wonderful for sleeping but must places dont bother). Laundry was a godsend. The grounds are spacious and have a relaxing energy. Great for strolling right outside the house and birding. We came to Osa to bird not surf. If you are doing the same, you MUST come here. We spent our first 5 days trudging dusty, rock roads in Matapalo and the next five in a remote jungle cabin in Rincon accessible only by boat. We saw as much on day one in Jims yard than all that put together and no more than 5 minutes from the front door. Probably 25 species on the property and the same out on the road during our 4 days here. Next time - we will stay longer! (also - 4WD not required)

Hey Michael & Christine. Hola & thanks. You were top guests

Living in the middle of nature. The house is tucked away in the middle of the jungle, but Jim was expecting us at a meeting point and showed us the way to the house. The house can accommodate up to 6 persons persons and has two bathrooms. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was sufficiently stocked to take care of yourself. In the village 5 km away, there is a supermarket and a great soda in case you don't feel like cooking. The open upper area with a huge dining table invites you to linger and listen to the sounds of nature. The highlight of our stay was Jim himself, who is extremely friendly, cool and charming. He invited us to a private hike in his jungle, where beautiful birds showed us and told us so many interesting things about the animals, nature and also about his life. Jim gave us good tips for more excursions as well.

Wohnen inmitten der Natur. Das Haus liegt versteckt mitten im Dschungel, aber Jim hat uns an einem Treffpunkt erwartet und uns den Weg zum Haus gezeigt. Das Haus bietet Platz für bis zu 6 Personen und hat zwei Badezimmer. Die Betten waren sehr bequem, die Küche war ausreichend ausgestattet, um sich selbst zu versorgen. Im 5km entfernten Ort gibt es einen Supermarkt und ein tolles Soda, falls man mal keine Lust zu kochen hat. Der offene obere Bereich mit riesigem Esstisch lädt zum verweilen ein und um den Naturgeräuschen zu lauschen. Das Highlight unseres Aufenthalts war Jim selbst, der äußerst freundlich, cool und charmant ist. Er hat uns zu einer privaten Wanderung in seinem Dschungel eingeladen, bei der uns wunderschöne Vögel gezeigt hat und uns so viel Interessantes über die Tiere, die Natur und auch über sein Leben erzählt hat. Jim hat uns auch gute Tipps für weitere Ausflüge gegeben.

The whole family loved the place! How can you beat your own private jungle, we saw 3 species of monkeys , sloth and it’s baby, toucans, macaws, basilisks, javalina, tapir, anoles, turtle, geckos, red eyed leaf frog, too many bird species to count! Ate breakfast each morning and sipped coffee from the deck watching monkeys swing around the house. Short drive to beaches, and other jungle area hikes, be sure to check out Bolita trails! Jim was amazing with providing suggestions for food, adventure and always was available via txt message. We will be back! Our favorite stay in Costa Rica to date!!!

And what a great family you were, great attitude and keen to explore. You even hiked up to the top ridge of the property, half an hour away, and seem to have been well rewarded with animal sightings! It was a pleasure to meet you all

The house is beautiful, located in a property full of life. Jim, the best host, friendly and helpful at all times. Highly recommended for a peaceful stay.

Andrei, you were great guests too, very respectful. And I was happy to help you get the most from the Osa

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