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Kubla Khan - Chirripó Mountain Riverfront Retreat - Chalets for Rent in Rivas, San José, Costa Rica

If You want a truly beautiful place to explore Chirripo you have found the right place! Do not miss the chance to stay here and truly feel the mountain experience that Chirripo has to offer. This property is Amazing its that simple! DJR jr. Thank you so much for making our trip so memorable!

I have stayed in airbnbs all over the world, and I must say that this is the MOTHER of all Airbnbs! This place is heaven on Earth. I just couldn't get over how gorgeous the property and surroundings are and had to keep pinching myself. Three blissful days spent watching all kinds of birds, chilling by the river, taking cold plunges in the natural pool (Which is addicting by the way) and simply resetting our nervous systems. The kitchen is well equipped for those who like to cook. No shabby scratched teflon pans in this place- only high quality stainless cookware. The beds super soft and comfy. Giant windows throughout- felt at one with nature. Loved the way the entire place was designed. The only thing I should point out is that one definitely needs to be mobile. Climbing down into the shower and all of the rock steps throughout the property- a good pair of knees are necessary! I plan to come back to Kublai Khan one day for sure.

This was such a beautiful and peaceful location. It truly felt a magical place with incredible views and great amenities (the natural swimming pool was our favourite)! Our hosts were so wonderful and friendly. I would recommend this place to anyone wanting to spend a couple of days away from the more touristy areas along the coast.

Excellent days off, very peaceful, and the river renews you

Excelentes días libres,  mucha paz y el río lo renueva a uno

Amazing stay! Just perfect really. Will be back indeed!

I wish I could rate this spot higher. Incredibly beautiful location with stellar amenities like the pool and access to the river. I wish I brought my binoculars to better spot the birds.

My stay was phenomenal! Hard to describe the magic of the house and surroundings. Tania and Angus have a jewel! The sauna / natural pool experience was a incredible

Exactly what the doctor ordered! The sounds of the river are sooo relaxing, the kitchen is beautiful to cook in, the garden rendered yummy salads, the sauna and natural pool were a delight, the hosts are kind and communicative. The pictures do not do this place justice. The outdoor space is where we spent most of our time, reading, napping, watching birds, having meals, playing cards, etc. THIS is relaxation to the max, and exactly what I needed!

I have stayed in many airbnbs and this gorgeous home is one of my two all time favorites. The setting is glorious--looking out to forested mountains and above a roaring, clean river. The home itself is a work of art, with windows on all sides & beautiful views, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, clean water to drink and a very unique bathroom. And, the grounds are exquisite with a delicious spring-fed pool and a lovely bio-sauna that I enjoyed three days in a row. Do not hesitate to book this piece of heaven!

A friend recommended this gem to me, and it couldn't have been better! In every corner, you can feel the love with which this house and garden were designed and built. I stayed there with my parents and boyfriend, and we will cherish this place in our hearts forever. We also had a great time cooking and had nice conversations at the dining table. The massage was also fantastic; the organization was great. The sauna and pool in particular were a dream. We would have loved to spend many more days in this special place. Thank you so much for making this place available to other people and for being so warm. ❤️

Ein Freund hat mir dieses Juwel empfohlen und es hätte nicht schöner sein können! In jedem Winkel spürt man die Liebe mit der dieses Haus und der Garten gestaltet und errichtet wurden. Ich war mit meinen Eltern und Freund da und wir werden diesen Ort für immer im herzen tragen. Zudem haben wir toll gekocht und schöne Gespräch am Esstisch geführt. Massage war auch phantastisch, die Organisation top. Vor allem die Sauna und der Pool waren ein träumchen. So gerne hätten wir noch viele Tage mehr an diesem besonderen Ort verbracht. Vielen Dank, dass ihr diesen Ort anderen Menschen zugänglich macht und so herzlich seid. ❤️

Great place to have some fresher days than on the coast.Kubla Khan is a thoughtful designed house with everything you need.Angus is a nice and responsive host taking care for anything you‘re asking for.We recommend to enjoy the morning coffee in the rockchairs on the terrace,listening to the nearby river and waiting for the sun coming up over the ridge.And don‘t miss the sauna after a hike,a lovely experience you would not expect in Costa Rica.

There is only one word to describe this place. Peaceful. We absolutely loved our stay. The house was truly amazing. We especially loved the sounds of the river. The place is just as described and is well stocked with everthing you need I would not hesitate to stay here again.

Fantastic, beautiful and calm. I love the river and the garden below the house.

Fantastisk, smukt og roligt. Jeg elsker floden og haven neden for huset.

Just an absolutely magical jungle home. Beautiful scenery and setting all around.   The hosts were so welcoming and helpful.  Do the sauna - you will not regret it!

We were in Costa rica for a month and stayed at 7-8 different places and this was hands down our favorite. Rivas is a really fun little place with delicious food options. The climate was perfect and the space was super clean and very well designed. My toddlers would go down each night to the pond to see frogs and other animals and they LOVED it. We are already planning our return trip! 10/10 experience. Only thing to be aware of, is the driveway is pretty steep and narrow. Not abnormal for Costa Rica

Wow ! We kept extending our time on this land and stayed in both houses . Tangus has created a literal paradise on the river and it’s just so well done . The beautiful stone paths that meander down to the water through gardens where you can pick fresh greens for your meals to the sauna and pool and the mighty chirripó . The house was incredible. It feels like a tree house with glass and open air if you want it . Clean , minimalist and super cozy . Full equipped kitchen, incredible shower and the most epic master bedroom. We would live here forever if we could 🙌

all I can say is that the pictures don't do it justice. if you're looking for a peaceful place to stay with amenities that are intertwined with the surroundings, this is the place. the sounds of the river are so peaceful. the natural pool is one of the most beautiful places I've seen. Angus is a great host, super helpful and friendly.

We cannot express how special this place is! We were looking for a home in the jungle  to recharge after a busy year and couldn’t have been more happy with Kubla Khan. We booked multiple massages from different styled masseuses and various spa packages and loved all of them. We also hired Angela to cook a local flavored breakfast for us in the morning and she was the best part of our days, always greeting us with a smile, a laugh, and kindness. We also did the sauna package and by day 3 we were pros and looking up sauna and cold plunge options back home. Tania and Angus are amazing hosts, always available for recommendations and to be of service if needed. The home is close to a bunch of hiking options and waterfalls and a quick 1 1/2 hour drive to Dominical Beach so it was a great home base but honestly, sitting on the deck with a book and listening to the river and nature was enough for us. Highly recommended and we can’t wait to be back❤️

BOOK IT! Simply amazing. The river, the pool, the sauna, the views, the liliy pond, the doors and windows that opened up all the way, the cute town, the great people of the town and great hosts... it's a perfect oasis! We took advantage of all things that Kubla Khan had to offer and all were top notch. Highly recommend.

Excelente lugar para desconectarse de la ciudad

We absolutely loved staying here as a family in this stunning oasis. Angus and Tania were fantastic hosts and went out of their way to book spa services for me, horse back riding for my family, their sauna was great, they had our laundry done, and were there for any questions we had. Their place was beautiful and I just loved being around the sound of waterfalls. It was a perfect escape into nature and their house was very clean ❤️

Our family of four (kids aged 6 & 8) had the most incredible time. The property is an oasis- lush gardens and trees, a home that blends in to the scenery and is unique and beautiful. The views can’t be captured in words. Beyond the property itself Tania and Angus are the best hosts. They made great recommendations, set up the sauna with tea and crystals for us, allowed us to extend our trip an extra day and even got our kids a soccer ball! I can’t imagine better hosts. The village is walkable with a soccer pitch to play on, an amazing butterfly garden and we enjoyed dinner at Batsu more than once. The community is also wonderful- such warm and kind people who love their country and want to share it. I’m sure you’ll be as happy as we are if you chose to stay here.

This was our second of what we hope will be many trips to this perfect house. We got engaged here, so obviously had to come back for the honeymoon. Just book it, folks. Luxurious house IN the tropical canopy with your own natural pool and the perfect river for dipping. We spent more time exploring the nearby villages this trip and that was very fun! Great resto is just a short walk away, and it’s uphill, so we worked off our beers. I have the best sleeps of my life at this house. I also love how the shower makes it feel like you’re showering in the jungle, the massive kitchen, and the many hammocks. Tania and Angus are gems - you’d be lucky to stay at their place!

An absolute dream jungle paradise! Our stay at this Costa Rican Airbnb was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the jungle, the home opens up to a breathtaking wall of lush greenery with the sounds of the Chirripó River flowing river just steps away. Every corner of the property felt alive and sacred. Angus was the most gracious and attentive host, making sure the sauna was ready for us daily, always accompanied by freshly brewed tea. The garden was a beautiful gift. Vegetables and citric fruits that we used to create refreshing citrus water throughout the day. We also discovered Kapi Kapi, a nearby café/market with fresh, organic food and drinks. This property felt like a sanctuary. We’re endlessly grateful to Angus for sharing this special space and already dreaming of the day we can return.

My partner and I absolutely loved this house and location!! Tangus was very friendly, helpful, and accommodating. The sauna and spring fed pool were life changing! They set out hot tea, Turkish towels, the works… The view from the balcony is stunning and is great for bird watching. The house is lovely to stay in and has a great kitchen. Highly recommend!!

A magical place, next to the river, very beautiful and surrounded by nature.

Lugar mágico, al lado del río, muy hermoso y rodeado de naturaleza.

Absolutely perfect for a relaxing end to our multi week trip to Costa Rica! For a family of 3 it was perfect! My son loved the little nook of a bedroom. It was like his little nest! The views were unreal and so much wildlife right off the porch. I would highly recommend a visit to the area! Lots of hiking, exploring the river, and nature to be observed! The local butterfly exhibit and cheese farm were so relaxed and interesting. Felt like you could step out of the rat race of life and let everything slow down! We will be back! Tangus and host were overly helpful! Lots of great local recommendations, clear instructions. Felt safe secure and perfect in every way!

The place is beautiful. We felt very comfortable right away and there was nothing missing. The property is also wonderful, you could help yourself to the citrus fruits and the pool - a dream. We'd come back in a heartbeat.

Die Unterkunft ist wunderschön. Wir haben uns direkt sehr wohl gefühlt und es hat und an nichts gefehlt. Das Grundstück ist ebenfalls wundervoll, man konnte sich an den Zitrusfrüchten bedienen und der Pool - ein Traum. Wir würden sofort wiederkommen.

Beautiful home and incredible views, hosts were friendly and super helpful! Would stay here again anytime :) Book the sauna!!

We had the most incredible stay at Tania and Angus’s beautiful river-side jungle home. Literally just steps to the Chirripo river where you can enjoy private river front and swimmable pools. Their natural pool and sauna experience was absolutely incredible. We had such a nice time at their beautiful house, we will definitely be back.

The property could not have been more beautiful...right on the river in the mountains! The fresh water pool was so refreshing, especially right after time in the sauna. We loved sampling different citrus fruits from the trees on the property.

We stayed at both of the beautiful cabins at this location. Both where superb and we particularly enjoyed the sauna and the beautiful riverside settings of both cabins. Paradise is the only word to describe this stunning location. Thank you for making our stay so comfortable with all modern services that completely enhanced our stay at this location. Would truly love to come back for a longer stay one day. With Love Athena

Our stay was absolutely spectacular! The photos cannot capture how amazing this paradise actually is. We loved everything about staying here and felt so cared for. The house is gorgeous, comfortable, and felt like home with every detail attended to. It felt fancy, but not precious, homey, but not pretentious. We felt like we were living the life! When you arrive the hosts take care of every one of your needs and then quietly disappear! We like our privacy when we are staying someplace and we got it. You have to have a sauna and then dip into the cooling fresh water pool fed by the stream!  For this experience, the hosts think of everything: towels, tea & they infuse the sauna water with natural essential oils.  All of this takes place amidst what Costa Rica is known for, the incredible beauty of the mountains. Angus & Tania we thank you for making our stay so fantastic, we will definitely be back!!

A quite outstanding place to stay, it’s like paradise and stepping back 100 years. Highly recommend staying here if you want to kick back and taking the extraordinary surroundings and wildlife. I would definitely return.

My wife and I stayed here on our honeymoon, and we cannot recommend this place enough. It's an amazing place to unwind, refresh, and relax. From the Sauna to the private massage, to the fresh fruits in the garden, to the hospitality from the hosts, to the views and sounds of the mountain and river, to the local culture, restaurants, and shops... it was all amazing. Very private, very secluded, very quiet.... yet still accessible if you want to go venture out. 10/10... we will be coming back for years to come.

The Kubla Khan is an idyllic mountainside chalet, with all the amenities of a contemporary home. The cedar suana coupled with a wading pool fed by a refreshing mountain spring made it a fascinatingly enjoyable experience which was made even better by our most gracious and hospitable hosts, Angus and Tanya. This is now our gold standard for all vacations to come. Definitely recommend a visit, you will not regret it. Cole family

Absolutely amazing place, very peaceful and private. Angus was SO responsive and helpful with our last minute trip. He was happy to answer any questions and come help with anything we needed. I could write ten pages on the detail and care they put into this place. We loved the horseback riding and Marcos taught us some Spanish along the way, paragliding with Zion was absolutely a highlight on the trip. The property has a great citrus and herb garden and is near a bread shop, cheese shop and restaurant with really nice people and great food. We were looking for a relaxing place with some adventure sprinkled in to our first time in Costa rica and stayed here the entire time. Truly a magical place with great views and we wouldn't have had it any other way. Also, the teas they brew are absolutely fantastic. Highly recommend using the sauna and scheduling some onsite massages if you can! This place is even better than the pictures and it really shows that the hosts specialize in hospitaly.

Beautiful space, beautiful location, super nice host. We felt right at home,  nature is everywhere. Angus has truly created a space that fits right in with its surroundings. It also had everything we needed. I don't have 1 complain! Stay here! thank you Angus!

One of the most beautiful places I have stayed at. Its def worth it.

Angus’ place is an amazing, special place. We loved the house, beautifully designed and connected to nature. We loved listening to the river at night, breakfasts on the deck, and swinging in the hammock. The property itself is gorgeous—we swam in the natural pool, used the sauna and picked fresh fruit to make juices. Angus was very kind, responsive and gave us great recs. If you want a peaceful, comfortable and beautiful space, book this stay, one of our favorite Airbnb experiences!

Tania and Angus have built an amazing place. Photos don’t do it justice! The sauna and plunge are magical. The terrace has beautiful views of the forest and the constant sound of the river is lovely. You feel in the absolute middle of no where but are a few mins walk from lovely cafes and a short drive from cloudbridge national park. Angus kindly helped us set up the BBQ. We couldn’t recommend this place enough and hope to be back!

We had such a wonderful time! The home is gorgeous and the surroundings are absolutely unreal. The pool and sauna are incredible and one of a kind. Tangus were so kind, helpful, enthusiastic and responsive. 100/10 we will be back!!!

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