We are out of the beaten path, immersed in wilderness. A large house up top the Coastal Range overlooking the ocean and surrounded by tropical forests, cascading rivers and swimming holes. Organic gardens, fruit orchards and horses. The space We are the first sustainable practice project in Costa Rica, dating back to 1991. The building is an "earth home" made from local materials mostly, done by the hands of Marga and Chema. It is an organic farm and off the grid. Our method of transport is the horse. Guest access Our guests have access to the farm, the surrounding forests, the waterfalls and natural swimming pools, yoga clases (Do-In) and hands on activities During your stay Our guests are part of the family Other things to note It is a mountain retreat specially for artists, mystics, and naturalists. Not for everybody... Also, we offer massage services from a profesional physical therapist. The cost is $40 for a 45 min. session. Naturalist guided tours are offered. Cost is $20 per person.

## 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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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!

Well you guys, thanks for your wonderful comment. Very glad that your experience was gratifying and yes, the pools with the waterfalls are amazing, specially since there is no body there... Have the best of times and continue for ever with your learning...and every day there are more black sheep to the point that the white will be the minority...

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. 

Hey! pura vida Gabriel, so glad you guys enyoed your stay, maybe you would come back, it would be our pleasure.

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.

Well, we are so happy that your experience was so good in staying with us, hope you come back and see more of what you where not able in such a short time. Yes, more and more, people are booking for a week, since there is so much to do and see. Really love to share our way of life, we feel it is a way to show that a quality of life can be had, without so many gadgets.

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!

Good Domink, we look forward to seeing you again.  Let us know how the rest of the journey went.  Pura vida.