A large house up top the Coastal Range overlooking the ocean and surrounded by tropical for...
The Space
Located off the beaten path and surrounded by wilderness, this large house sits atop the Coastal Range with stunning ocean views. The property is enveloped by tropical forests, flowing rivers, and natural swimming holes. It features organic gardens, fruit orchards, and horses.
This site represents Costa Rica's first sustainable practice project, established in 1991. The home is an "earth home" constructed primarily from local materials by Marga and Chema. It operates as an organic farm and is completely off the grid. Transportation on the property is primarily by horse.
Guest Access
Guests can explore the farm, nearby forests, waterfalls, and natural swimming pools. Additional offerings include yoga classes (Do-In) and interactive hands-on activities.
During Your Stay
Visitors are welcomed as part of the family, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere.
Additional Information
This mountain retreat is designed especially for artists, mystics, and naturalists. It may not suit everyone’s preferences.
Massage services are available from a professional physical therapist at a rate of $40 for a 45-minute session. Guided naturalist tours are also offered for $20 per person.
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Recent Reviews
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Allie
6 years ago
This place was an amazing retreat into the mountains after a long week in the humidity at envision. A beautiful place to decompress and relax amongst the clouds. Chema and Marga are amazing hosts, so kind and open with fascinating stories and insights into eco- living. The food is incredible— fresh local ingredients and made with love. I highly recommend! Definitely visit the nearby swimming holes / waterfalls as well. One of my favorite places to date!
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Gabriel
9 years ago
Chema Y Marga are excellent host, make our stay very enjoyable. Marga coking was great and views from the place amazing. The project for sustainable living is very interesting and Chema and Marga talking make our stay very amiable and friendly. Overall excellent hosts and would recommend this place for a close to nature and retirement vacation.
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Brittany
10 years ago
There are not enough words in the English dictionary to describe the experience we had with Marga and Chema. Two must suffice for now: Mind Blowing. My boyfriend and I were incredibly lucky to have randomly found this perfect oasis tucked up in the mountains. You are incredibly lucky for finding their listing, book with them! Chema's dream has come to life and his intense passion in creating a sustainable life is oozing out of every knock and cranny of the house he built. Take a notebook! I came back to the US freshly inspired to apply some of the wisdom I gained in our talks over wine or walking through his gardens within my own. The other reviews have discussed the views and property very well, but you cannot put into words the magical feeling of the sunset melting everything around you into pink velvet, nor the innocent curiosity that arises as you watch the afternoon clouds dance all around you, (yes, go to the waterfall and feel the immense lush rainforest screaming with liveliness), you just have to go. You should, right now. We are certainly already looking to make this a yearly trip of refuge, restoration, and inspiration. My only regret is that we only had two nights, and I didn't get a chance to connect with Marga as my fascination with Chema's discussions had my attention spellbound. Her skills in the kitchen are INCREDIBLE!!! Oh my, I think she single handedly gave us the medicine we desperately needed coming off of our Heat exhausted Envision festival hangover. Thank you SO VERY MUCH to you, Chema and Marga. Thank you for everything you have created and shared. We truly cannot wait to go back.
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Dominik
10 years ago
Thanks to Chema and Marga for this unique and spezial place. We all enjoyed the hospitality and this very beautiful place. Especially the food was more then perfect! On top we have learned a lot of Ticos history! Thank you !! A perfect start for our Costa Rica journey!
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