Discover luxury in Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo! Escondido is our new 6-bedroom house that sleeps 12 where you'll find a stunning pool, a spacious yoga deck & a fully-equipped kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find a 55-inch TV, comfy seating, a poker table & a large workspace with beautiful views of the local mountain range where you can connect to our high speed fiber optic internet. You will enjoy seclusion with easy access to nearby beaches. Unwind in this private oasis and make memories in paradise! The space Welcome to Escondido, where luxury meets tranquility in the surroundings of Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo. Our brand-new, two-story house offers six spacious bedrooms accommodating up to 12 guests. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a yoga retreat, a family reunion or a gathering with friends, Escondido promises an unforgettable stay in paradise. Step into our tropical paradise and experience the lush greenery of the surrounding gardens. Remember to stop and look around at some of Costa Rica's famous wildlife. The focal point of this property is undoubtedly the stunning private pool. Cool off on warm Costa Rican afternoons or top up your tan on the comfortable pool chairs at the shallow end. Indoors, find spaces for relaxation and functionality. The ground floor features an inviting indoor/outdoor kitchen and dining area, connecting to the pool pathway and deck area, creating the perfect setting for al fresco dining or leisurely breakfasts overlooking the gardens. There is seating for 12 The upper level has a spacious and versatile living space, offering breathtaking views of the local mountain range. There are two excellent workspaces you can find here if you are working from home or catching up on emails. Have the kids work on an art project or two - or simply enjoy a good book! Stay connected and productive during your stay with our high-speed fiber optic internet, perfect for staying connected back home or catching up on your favorite shows. For those seeking adventure the proximity to Banana Azul Hotel and nearby beaches ensures easy access to a ton of outdoor activities, from surfing and snorkeling to jungle hikes and wildlife encounters. Whether you spend your days exploring the natural wonders of Puerto Viejo or simply lounging by the pool, Escondido offers the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience, promising a truly memorable stay in the heart of paradise. Unwind in the comfort of our luxurious accommodations, make memories with loved ones, and immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of Costa Rica's Caribbean coast. Guest access You will have access to the whole house, pool and garden areas. Laundry services are available. Message us for more info. Other things to note Our accessibility features include a step-free path to the entrance of the house and an accessible bathroom and shower on the first floor.

## The Space

Discover Escondido, a brand-new, two-story home in Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo. This private six-bedroom house accommodates up to 12 guests and combines seclusion with convenient access to nearby beaches.

Whether you are planning a romantic getaway, yoga retreat, family reunion, or trip with friends, Escondido offers a comfortable setting for an unforgettable stay.

The property includes:

- A private swimming pool
- A spacious yoga deck
- Lush tropical gardens
- Comfortable pool chairs
- An indoor/outdoor kitchen and dining area
- Seating for 12 guests
- Two workspaces
- High-speed fiber-optic internet
- Views of the local mountain range

The surrounding gardens provide opportunities to observe some of Costa Rica’s famous wildlife. The private pool is ideal for cooling off on warm afternoons or relaxing in the sun at the shallow end.

## Kitchen and Dining

The ground-floor kitchen and dining area opens toward the pool pathway and deck, creating a pleasant space for outdoor meals and leisurely breakfasts overlooking the gardens. The dining area seats up to 12 guests.

## Living and Workspace

Upstairs, you will find a spacious, versatile living area with beautiful views of the local mountain range. The space includes:

- A 55-inch television
- Comfortable seating
- A poker table
- A large workspace
- A second workspace
- High-speed fiber-optic internet

The workspaces are suitable for working remotely or catching up on emails. Guests can also use the area for reading or children’s art projects.

## Location and Activities

Escondido is located near Banana Azul Hotel and several beaches, providing convenient access to outdoor activities such as:

- Surfing
- Snorkeling
- Jungle hikes
- Wildlife encounters

Spend the day exploring Puerto Viejo’s natural surroundings or relax by the pool in the privacy of the property. Escondido offers a balance of tranquility and easy access to the beauty of Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast.

## Guest Access

Guests have access to the entire house, swimming pool, and garden areas.

Laundry services are available. Please message us for more information.

## Accessibility

Accessibility features include:

- A step-free path to the entrance of the house
- An accessible bathroom and shower on the first floor

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Escondido Retreat - Sunrise Yoga, Sunset Poker - Chalets for Rent in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón Province, Costa Rica

Good place, as described, easy access, private. Be careful with the crabs that come in often!

Buen lugar, tal cual se describe , fácil acceso , privado. Tener cuidado con los cangrejos que ingresan seguido!

This is a lovely house with comfortable bedrooms, a beautiful pool, and a lush garden. The kitchen is open plan, which is nice, but we had the inconvenience of raccoons coming in at night looking for food. We suggest providing a closed pantry. The dining room table does not have enough benches for all the people who may be in the house to sit together to eat. The armchairs are not comfortable, and the ones in the game room are incredibly uncomfortable. We suggest having emergency lights due to the relatively frequent power outages in the area. And our worst experience was with the water quality. It smelled bad. We don't know if it's always like this or if the storage tank was dirty. We stayed for 4 nights, and it was horrible to bathe in that water. In the kitchen, they have a clay filter that works very well, but that water is not enough for everything.

Es una casa linda con dormitorios cómodos, piscina hermosa y un jardín exuberante. La cocina es abierta eso es agradable pero tuvimos el inconveniente que los mapaches entraban por la noche a buscar comida. Sugerimos proveer de una alacena cerrada. La mesa del comedor no cuenta con suficientes bancos para que la gente que puede estar en la casa se siente junta a comer. Los sillones no son confortables y los de la sala de juegos son increíblemente incómodos. Sugerimos tener lámparas de emergencia por los cortes de luz que se dan con relativa frecuencia en la zona. Y nuestra peor experiencia fue con la calidad del agua. Tenía mal olor. No sabemos si es siempre así o el tanque de almacenamiento estaba sucio. Estuvimos 4 noches y fue horrible bañarse con esa agua. En la cocina tienen un filtro de barro que trabaja muy bien pero esa agua no es suficiente para todo.

It was a great place and great for a retreat.

I went with some friends to spend a few days in the Caribbean, and it was spectacular! I would definitely go back, highly recommended

He ido con unos amigos a pasar unos días en el Caribe y fue espectacular! Sin duda volvería, muy recomendable

The home itself is beautiful, very private. The home was not equipped with basic kitchen needs, can opener,  baking dish, Tupperware , not enough silverware to accommodate 8 guests or chairs for us to eat at together. No cleaning supplies on site or dish soap or dish towels. Front gate did not work or stay locked.

Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad you found the home beautiful and private. This reservation was for a large retreat group with a private chef. On arrival day, the chef requested additional kitchen items beyond standard amenities, which we purchased and delivered as a courtesy. The home includes starter essentials such as dish soap and basic supplies. During the stay, concerns were raised on a near-daily basis, and our team responded promptly each time to provide solutions and additional support. The front gate issue was reported mid-stay. We immediately dispatched maintenance, ordered the required part, and completed the repair as soon as it arrived. The gate functioned properly thereafter. We expect respectful communication toward our staff and are confident in the professionalism and service standards we maintain. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, this person could not be satisfied and has yet to pay the outstanding payment for add on services requested.

The place is great for groups and mostly well maintained. The quiet location, the modern construction, the convivial layout and the beautiful pool stand out in particular. Communication went smoothly and was quick to respond. The only "criticism" we can give is, for example, the lack of table football and the dartboard and that a few locks did not work properly - but that was still no problem. We definitely recommend the place 100%.

Die Unterkunft ist super für Gruppen geeignet und größtenteils gut gepflegt. Die ruhige Lage, die morderne Bauweise, die gesellige Aufteilung sowie der schöne Pool stechen besonders hervor. Die Kommunikation verlief ohne Probleme und es wurde schnell reagiert. Die einzige „Kritik“, die wir abgeben können, sind beispielsweise der fehlende Tischkicker und die Dartscheibe und dass ein paar Schlösser nicht richtig funktioniert haben - das war aber trotzdem alles kein Problem. Wir empfehlen die Unterkunft auf jeden Fall zu 100% weiter.

Super suitable place to go with large groups

Lugar super apropiado para ir con grupos grandes

House was in private area. House tidy but not as clean as many of the properties that I have visited before. Only stayed 3 days so it was ok but definitely would not stay longe.

Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the peaceful setting and beauty of the place. We truly appreciate your understanding regarding the situation and are glad it was resolved promptly. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime.

Very grateful for everything, it allowed us to enjoy the main beaches just minutes away. We found a lot of comfort in the rooms and the kitchen, we really enjoyed the huge space and the excellent service we received at all times. As a suggestion to improve and make it even more complete, they could add more lighting, at night we perceived somewhat dark spaces next to the kitchen and on the second floor, also on the beautiful terrace next to the pool, it would be great to have light to hang out. We inadvertently left some bread near the kitchen and it was eaten by some animal during the night (we hope it enjoyed it). We took it with humor, however it might be appropriate to have a cupboard to store food safely, and perhaps add a few more benches to the breakfast area. These are points to improve, but they are really minimal compared to the quality and comfort of the place 10/10

Muy agradecido con todo, nos permitió disfrutar a pocos minutos de las principales playas; encontramos mucha comodidad en las habitaciones y la cocina, realmente disfrutamos mucho todo el enorme espacio y el excelente trato que recibimos en todo momento. Como sugerencia para mejorar y que sea aun más completo, podrían agregar mas iluminación, durante la noche percibimos espacios un tanto oscuros al lado de la cocina y en la segunda planta, tambien en la bellisima terraza al lado de la piscina, sería genial contar con luz para pasar el rato. Por descuido dejamos un pan cerca de la cocina y fue devorado por algun animal durante la noche (esperamos que lo haya disfrutado) lo tomamos con humor, sin embargo podria ser oportuno contar con una alacena donde guardar comida de forma segura, y quizas agregar unos bancos mas al desayunador. Son puntos a mejorar, pero que realmente son mínimos en comparación a la calidad y comodidad de lugar 10/10

Thank you very much, the house is beautiful, everything was very nice and clean. The service was excellent.

Muchas gracias, la casa preciosa, yodo estaba muy lindo y aseado. La atención fue excelente.

A very nice and comfortable house for large families Clean and tidy Good communication with the hosts As a suggestion, since it is an open kitchen, have a cupboard to store food

Una casa muy bonita y cómoda para familias grandes Limpio y ordenado Muy buena comunicación con los anfitriones A modo de sugerencia, al ser una cocina abierta tener una alacena para guardar la comida

Quite comfortable, accessible, spacious, and with many places of interest nearby, some essential appliances were missing. The rest is quite good and they are very willing to help

Bastante cómoda, accesible, espaciosa, y con muchos lugares de interés cerca, faltaron algunos electrodomésticos esenciales. El resto bastante bien y muy dispuestos a ayudar

¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaron de la comodidad y el espacio de la casa, así como de la ubicación. Agradecemos mucho sus sugerencias sobre los electrodomésticos y utensilios, y las tomaremos en cuenta para seguir mejorando. ¡Será un placer recibirlos nuevamente en el futuro!

A very nice place for large groups. There's privacy.

Un lugar muy bonito para grupos grandes. Hay privacidad.

Excellent service, wonderful place. I would definitely come back.

Excelente atención, lugar maravilloso. De fijo volvería.

The house is really big. Perfect for large groups. For common areas, number of bathrooms. The entertainment areas are very good. The house was very clean, and everything worked well. When you enter, they give you the house and if something is missing, they send it to you

La casa es súper grande. Perfecta para grupos grandes. Por los espacios comunes, cantidad de baños. Las áreas de entretenimiento son muy buenas. La casa muy aseada, y todo funcionaba bien. Al entrar te entregan la casa y si algo falta te lo hacen llegar

Thank you for being great guests. It was a pleasure to host you and your family. Your group was very respectful. We look forward to hosting you again soon.

Beautiful house and property, very clean, with everything as described, 2 private bathrooms and 2 shared, everything you need for cooking (it does not have a rice cooker). Good ventilation, very private, trees around, only monkeys or birds can be heard. It's about 15-20 minutes from downtown Puerto Viejo, the pool was clean. Los Aires worked well, everything was very good, recommended for groups or families, always attentive to messages, quick response

Hermosa casa y propiedad, muy limpia, con todo tal cual la descripción, 2 baños privados y 2 compartidos, todo lo necesario para cocinar (no tiene arrocera). Buena ventilación, muy privada, arboles alrededor, solo se escuchan monos o aves. queda a unos 15-20 min del centro de puerto viejo, la piscina estaba limpia . Los Aires funcionaban bien , todo estaba muy bien, recomendada para grupos o familias, siempre atentos a los mensajes, respuesta rapida

Tidy and clean house. As in the photos. To improve, we ran out of water to shower when someone else did it at the same time. The road to the house was somewhat heavy because it was made of stones. But in general, a comfortable and nice house.

Casa ordenada y limpia. Como en las fotos. A mejorar, nos quedábamos sin agua para ducharnos cuando alguien más a la vez lo hacía. El camino hacia la casa se hacía algo pesado por ser de piedras. Pero en general una casa cómoda y bonita.

An excellent place to spend time as a family geta Spacious and nice!

Excelente lugar para pasar en familia Espacioso y agradable!

We really enjoy our first trip to Limon area the house and property were beautiful. The host was very friendly and helpful.

Thank you, Joseph! We really appreciate you choosing Escondido for your stay. We enjoyed hosting you and we hope to see you again.

The place, the location, the cleanliness was excellent. I have no complaints about that. However, the services were terrible, since we were 9 guests without electricity and without water for a full day and a half. Unfortunately, I would not risk renting in this location again, nor would I recommend it. In this type of situation, they should have an additional source of energy and water. Also, the main gate of the house should be closed, since for those of us who have pets, they can escape through that side.

El lugar, la locación, la limpieza fue excelente no tengo queja sobre eso, sin embargo los servicios fueron pésimos, ya que éramos 9 huéspedes sin luz y sin agua un día y medio completo, lamentablemente no me volvería a arriesgar a alquilar en esta locación ni tampoco lo recomendaría, ante este tipo de situaciones deberían de tener una fuente de energía y agua adicional, también en el portón principal de la casa deberían de cerrar ya que para los que tenemos mascotas se pueden escapar por ese lado.

Gracias por tus comentarios. Agradecemos sinceramente que hayas destacado tanto los aspectos positivos de tu estadía, como la ubicación, la limpieza y el espacio— como aquellos en los que podemos mejorar. Lamentamos mucho los inconvenientes ocasionados por la falta de electricidad y agua durante su visita. Unos días antes de su llegada, una fuerte tormenta afectó la zona y provocó importantes trabajos eléctricos, lo que resultó en interrupciones de servicios que, lamentablemente, estaban fuera de nuestro control. Entendemos cómo esto pudo afectar su experiencia, y ya estamos evaluando alternativas para manejar mejor este tipo de situaciones en el futuro, incluyendo opciones de respaldo para los servicios básicos. También agradecemos su comentario sobre el portón principal. Tomamos en cuenta todas las sugerencias y revisaremos cómo mejorar la seguridad, especialmente para quienes nos visitan con mascotas. Esperamos que en el futuro puedan darnos otra oportunidad para ofrecerles una experiencia más completa y que puedan disfrutar de lo mejor de Puerto Viejo y del encanto de Casa Escondido en condiciones más favorables.

This compound was private and beautiful!  Our group loved the peaceful surroundings.  It was the rainy season so everything was always a little damp. A washer and dryer for guests would be my only suggestion.

Thank you, Anghara! We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. We enjoyed hosting you and your group!

excellent place, I recommend it, lots of privacy.

excelente lugar,  lo recomiendo,  muchas privacidad.

Fue un placer y gracias por elegirnos. Esperamos que vuelva a visitar Escondido Retreat.

Suzanne & team was immaculate from the day before booking. Communication was beyond amazing. Support during the stay was also great. The home was beautiful and my family loved our stay. Couldn’t ask for more from the team that assisted during our stay. Would love to visit again❤️

It was our pleasure to host you and your wonderful family and we're happy that our place checked all the boxes for you. We really enjoyed hosting your family and we really do hope you come back. We would love to see you again at Escondido Retreat!

The host were great! Always responsive, gave great recommendations, and extremely helpful!

Thank you so much, Maisha! We know there are a lot of options, so we really appreciate you choosing Escondido Retreat. We enjoyed hosting you and we hope to see you again.

Suzanne's Place is great for big groups and families, the property is in really good shape, in a really calm neighborhood  and they were helpful when we needed support (grill ran out of gas in the middle of cooking)

We had a beautiful stay at Escondido! It has everything you need for a getaway by the beach. The pool was definitely the cherry on top. Thank you Suzanne!

Thank you so much, Amelia! We're so happy you chose Escondido as your getaway. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.

I can't say enough about Escondido! Playa Negra is a peaceful and beautiful place to stay when visiting the local area of Puerto Viejo. Close by to amenities, restaurants, beautiful beaches, a nightlife if you're looking for it on the weekends. Markets everywhere… And the locals are, equally as friendly and enjoyable as the surroundings! The villa was perfect for myself and three girls. There was more than enough room for many more people to join if need be! The grounds are beautiful as well as the pool, and the game room was great for a night in. I would absolutely come back to stay at this villa! It was the perfect place to relax rest and regroup before we went back out for sightseeing and adventures! The kitchen was great for us to come home and do our own cooking when we felt like keeping it low-key. Can't say enough, thank you guys so much for hosting us! We will be back!!!

We really appreciate your kind words, Sarah, thank you so much! We really enjoyed hosting you and your friends, and we hope everyone had a great vacation. We can't wait to see you guys again!

Hi, First of all I must say the host had a good communication with us and tried to fix many of the issues we had but there are some points that I must raise both positive and negative: - We really enjoyed the setting with six bedrooms and an open social area and kitchen. Great for families. - We stayed in the house during New Year and the pricing was about 700 USD a night. For that pricing I expect to have high quality cotton bed clothing, not polyester. - The beds were of a very low quality and the pillows and sheets of Polyester as well, very itchy and we slept really poor. - In one of the bedrooms the water leaks out when you shower and enters the other rooms with damp damaged clothing as a result. - They didn’t have double sets of bed linen so we had to wait a full day of getting new linen before they were dry. - three times during our stay, the neighbour banana plantage uses airplanes to spray with insecticides with allergic reaction as a result for three family members.

Thank you for your feedback—we’re glad you enjoyed the spacious layout and social areas, and we appreciate your kind words about our communication. We’re truly sorry to hear about the concerns you raised. It’s disappointing that we weren’t made aware of the shower issue during your stay, as we would have been more than happy to fix it right away to avoid any inconvenience. Regarding the linens, we took your feedback seriously and replaced all bedding during the mid-stay clean, selecting the best options we had to improve your experience. We’re sorry if this didn’t meet your expectations. As for the allergic reactions, it’s hard to say what might have caused them, especially in a jungle environment where there are many potential triggers. Since we’ve never received a similar complaint before, we’re unfortunately unable to comment further on this. We work hard to ensure our guests are comfortable and well cared for, so it’s unfortunate we weren’t given the chance to address these concerns in real-time. We appreciate your feedback and will continue improving to ensure future guests have a seamless experience. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to provide a much better experience if given the opportunity in the future.

Beautiful open air property.   Clean and equipped.   Air conditioners worked great.  It is located in an up and coming area with new construction all around.   Monkeys,  birds and butterflies all around.   Thank you!

Excellent place to vacation with friends, the only thing is that the rooms have transparent curtains you can't get up late but in general it is spectacular.

Excelente lugar para vacacionar con amigos, lo único es que los cuartos tienen cortinas del transparentes no se puede uno levantar tarde pero en general es espectacular.

It’s a nice hidden gem. Maybe a little difficult to get to but worth it. The host was very responsive and attentive to our needs. Much cheaper than staying at a resort or hotel and the kitchen and grill was a huge plus

Beautiful, secluded, peaceful home. The architecture was beautiful and the pool and outdoors was incredible. Excellent communication and helpfulness from the host/management company.

this place is great for a bigger group who wants to be a little secluded but still close to restaurants and beaches.  they have everything needed to have a relaxing stay.  the host was very responsive and quickly answered any of our questions.

It'll probably be a while before finding a place that tops this beautiful villa . Suzanne's place is simply amazing and worth checking out and staying at . Communication from the moment i made the reservation through the entire trip was seamless and very professional. The rooms are clean , beautiful setup and fully furnished with AC units which come in handy . Secluded in a quite neighborhood and close to nature made our stay even more intimate . I can't praise this place enough ! Amazing recommendations on activities ( tour guide too ) and places to see and eat were provided. My friends and i look forward to being back and we'll definitely be sending our friends that way . Already missing the pool 😊

Beautiful, unique, comfortable home. It was the perfect home base for our adventures in the area. The pool is lovely and peaceful. Beds are comfortable, rooms are air conditioned. The hosts were incredibly warm and responsive. We loved the place.

It was our pleasure to host you. We hope that your vacation was memorable. We're so happy that you and your family enjoyed our home. Hope to see you again on your next trip to Costa Rica!

Escondido Retreat exceeded our expectations! The house is comfortable and inviting. The pool was so much fun, but it was also relaxing. The kitchen had everything we needed. And there is a second fridge upstairs. So convenient! The area is very peaceful and it's not too far from town so it was easy to get to a few restaurants that the host suggested. Btw, the host was very nice and answered all of our questions. We would definitely recommend this property and we look forward to coming back

What an incredible experience! The hidden gem of Costa Rica! We were in awe as soon as we arrived. The property is meticulously very well kept, clean, and cozy. More importantly, our hosts were there for our needs, promptly answering any and all questions we had and went above and beyond to accommodate our stay. They even recommended things to do and where to eat. Thank you, Escondido Retreat. We will most definitely see you again!

I was blown away by Escondido Retreat! It was so peaceful and quiet, a great getaway to decompress. Everything is brand new and super clean. The host was very easy to communicate with and well informed of the area. Very helpful letting me know of surrounding restaurants shops etc. I will definitely be coming back!

our stay was amazing, we only stayed a couple of nights and no one wanted to leave. the staff were excellent and we loved the open concept. it is perfect for large groups and very modern. I would definitely stay again.

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