Secluded off-the-grid retreat on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula, Casa Roja offers stunning ocean and river views, modern comforts, and access to pristine beaches, rainforests, and wildlife adventures.
Overview
Casa Roja is a distinctive off-the-grid retreat offering a unique experience near all the activities you want to enjoy during your Osa vacation. This historic home, perched above the Boca del Rio Sierpe for over 70 years, provides panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Sierpe River. Recently restored, the property is accessible by a 45-minute boat ride downriver from Sierpe and features both river and ocean beach frontage, perfect for secluded sunbathing, swimming, fishing, kayaking, or simply relaxing.
Location
Situated at the northern tip of the undeveloped Osa Peninsula, Casa Roja offers a remote beachfront stay in the heart of one of the most biologically diverse rainforests on the planet. Corcovado National Park and Cano Island—two of Costa Rica’s most treasured natural areas—are easily reachable by private boat.
Your stay includes private boat transportation on the river and a host to help organize various excursions. We also provide meals and recreational gear to enhance your experience of the Boca beach environment.
Accommodations
The house features:
- Two bedrooms, each with a full modern bathroom and rain showers
- A loft sleeping up to three children
- An additional large half bathroom
The front bedroom overlooks the river and ocean and contains one queen bed. The second bedroom faces the bay and jungle, furnished with a king bed and a daybed. Both bedrooms are fully screened.
The kitchen, bar, and living areas have floor-to-ceiling retractable screens that can be opened or closed depending on the season, insect activity, and personal preference.
Amenities and Equipment
We provide most essentials and recreational items, including:
- Sunscreen and insect repellent
- Toiletries
- Jungle hiking boots
- Binoculars and spotting scopes
- Local wildlife identification books
- Beach towels and backpacks
- Walking sticks, umbrellas, and ponchos
- Reusable water bottles
- Laundry facilities
- Fishing gear
- Surfboards, kayaks, paddleboards, and life jackets
- Meals, snacks, beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages
Services and Pricing
Our rates reflect the exclusive location and the comprehensive amenities and services offered. Please note that Costa Rica’s tourism industry is tip-based, and excellent service is standard throughout.
- Minimum recommended stay is five nights, though we offer flexibility depending on the season.
- During the low season, we provide "à la carte" lodging at a reduced nightly rate with a three-night minimum, ideal for younger adventure travelers who prefer to bring their own supplies and cook independently. Contact us for pricing and details on this option.
- A 13% Costa Rican lodging tax applies to all stays.
Meals include lunch and dinner service, and the refrigerator is stocked for guests who wish to cook. Breakfast provisions include eggs, granola, yogurt, fresh fruit, coffee, and tea.
Arrival and Transportation
We pick up guests at Las Vegas Bar and Restaurant in Sierpe, a small town approximately 4 to 5 hours’ drive from San Jose Airport. The easiest way to reach Sierpe is by private shuttle, which we can arrange through a local independent operator.
Tours and Excursions
We coordinate tours to Corcovado National Park and Cano Island for guests. Private full-day tours include boat, captain, first mate, ecoguide, park permits, and lunch, typically costing around $800. Prices vary based on group size, season, and booking time. We secure the best available rates without adding fees or commissions.
Additional tours available:
- Dive trips to Cano Island: $800
- Fishing tours around Cano Island: $600
- Nearshore ocean tours (fishing, snorkeling, whale watching, Drake Bay tour): $300
- Esteral Azul wildlife tour: $200
- Mangrove, sloth, and crocodile tour: $200
All tours are private and include an ecoguide, boat, captain, food, and water.
Guest Access
Guests have full access to:
- The house and laundry facilities
- The surrounding jungle property
- Remote river and ocean beaches
- Isla Violin and the entire Osa Peninsula
Casa Roja is located at the mouth of the Sierpe River in a remote, roadless area. A boat and host are provided to arrange hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, horseback riding, and various other activities.
Guests may use all recreational equipment, including fishing gear. Fishing options cater to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced anglers.
Fishing Opportunities
Fishing is available in the Sierpe River and bay behind the house, targeting snapper and roosterfish using poppers, flies, and bait. The river and ocean in front of the house are also productive fishing spots, where guests can use traditional gear or learn the local "hand-line" technique.
Common catches include snook, snapper, and barracuda. Offshore fishing from the boat targets roosterfish, snapper, and bottom fish near the rocky ocean areas around the boca. For serious anglers, offshore trips pursue dorado, tuna, mackerel, barracuda, and other species.
Important Notes
This property is located in a remote rainforest jungle environment. Guests should be aware of the potential presence of insects, snakes, crocodiles, ocean tides, river currents, rain, sun exposure, heat, and humidity.
Visitors are expected to remain vigilant and take responsibility for their safety throughout their stay.
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Recent Reviews
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Erica
4 months ago
Our stay at Casa Roja was spectacular. The view from the house is breathtaking. Every morning, we were treated to the incredible sight of macaws flying into the trees right in fron of the the house! Doug was far more than a typical host; he helped us coordinate our entire trip. Even before we arrived at his Airbnb, Doug arranged our transport from the airport to La Fortuna, then to Sierpe, and eventually back to the airport again. Having that level of logistics handled made our trip entirely stress-free. The excursions Doug scheduled for us were amazing, with expert guides who helped us spot an unbelievable amount of wildlife, including humpback whales, manta rays, sea turtles, dolphins, monkeys, and much more. At the house, Gracelia, the caretaker, was a total gem. She cooked delicious home made lunches and dinners for us and made sure we had a fully stocked fridge with all of our favorite drinks and snacks. I highly recommend Casa Roja! What an amazing adventure!
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Liza
6 months ago
This place is absolute paradise. The location is unbeatable — just steps from a pristine, beautiful beach with perfect waves, completely deserted, shared only with a few friendly dogs. It truly felt like our own private escape. The house was comfortable and spacious with gorgeous views of the jungle, treetops, ocean, and river. We loved the retractable screens, the comfortable beds, and how well the home is maintained. The food prepared and stocked for us was excellent and kept both adults and kids very happy. The staff went above and beyond to make our stay special. Snorkeling, horseback riding, mangrove tour, and the night walk were all fantastic. There was no hot water during our stay, but given the extremely remote location, it was understandable, and the cold showers were actually refreshing in the heat. The owner was incredibly helpful, fair, and proactive — even providing a discount — and made sure everything was taken care of. An unforgettable stay in a truly special home.
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Anne
7 months ago
This place is epic for nature lovers. The pictures don't do it justice. You are literally in the rain forest, and the accommodations are very comfortable. Graciela the property manager is attentive, kind, an excellent cook and boat captain. We had fresh cold coconut water every day, local guides for night and day hikes, a well-stocked kitchen and liquor fridge. We saw, Macaw, an ant eater, whales, dolphins, turtles, crocodiles, sloth, Toucan, poisonous frogs, a coral snake, butterfly's, countless exotic birds, and a boa constrictor. The night stars alone are a show. You can spend you days exploring the property or take a 40 min boat ride for other great experiences. It's hot, but there are ceiling fans and floor fans, and we adjusted to it quickly. Doug coordinated our travel to the facility and back. He took care of it all. Highly recommend.
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Jean-Malo
1 year ago
We had an amazing time. This is truly a special place. 10/10
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Lee
2 years ago
We had an awesome adventure at Casa Roja, it was a beautiful house in an amazing location. We spotted monkeys from the living room most days, we were visited by the Macaws several times during our stay, and the tours of Corcovado & Canos were spectacular. Graciela and staff were extremely friendly, accommodating, and the prepared meals were delicious. It was obvious that our happiness and comfort was their priority. I would highly recommend Casa Roja for a Costa Rican retreat, just be prepared for the heat. Without a steady breeze or airflow via fans, the heat can be brutal for northerners like us.
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Phil
2 years ago
An absolutely amazing trip for the family to remote Costa Rica. A truly special spot.
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Alex
2 years ago
This is the best Airbnb I've ever stayed at and unlike any other! It is a remote, totally private home accessible only after a 45-minute boat ride from Sierpe, and surrounded by nothing but gorgeous beaches and jungle. A birder's heaven or dream for any nature lover! But this place is special not only for its location but all that it includes: boat transit, two delicious cooked meals a day + fully stocked kitchen, and a number of guided excursions. Doug is the BEST host, corresponding with me over close to a year to make our family trip perfect; he helped arrange our shuttles to/from San Jose as well as a number of day-trips, and was so accommodating and kind throughout. While you are at Casa Roja, you will also have the pleasure of getting to know Graciela, the house manager, and her wonderful team (+ the dogs =D), who all took incredible care of us, including keeping us well fed, taking us around the Boca and on longer trips, and on and on. Run, don't walk to stay at Casa Roja!!!
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Winifred
3 years ago
This is a unique, remote jungle lodge. It is accessible only by boat. 45 minutes up river from a small town. The property manager, guide,fact totem is a most wonderful person- competent, knowledgable. This place is certainly not for everyone. It is very hot during the day. It has solar panels and a generator. No other electricity. No air-conditioning. You need the guide with you to go anywhere, on the river, to the waterfall, to a trail- as there are very poisonous snakes and frogs there. Trips for snorkeling and diving and to Corcovado national Park can be arranged. You can swim in the river. Great for bird watching and all nature exploration. Very different, very fun and an opportunity to learn a lot. Very hot and very remote.
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Randall
3 years ago
Can’t say enough good things about Casa Roja. Enjoyed our visit! Argenis and Hazel were fantastic!
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William
3 years ago
This was a fantastic spot. Sloths in the backyard, scarlet macaws and monkeys in the front yard. The caretaker and guide, Argenis, is knowledgeable and super friendly. Doug, the host is communicative and responsive. House is nice and clean with fantastic views. Trips to Corcovado and Cano Island are recommended, and short boat rides away. Highly recommended for nature seeking tourists looking for a nice out of the mainstream all-inclusive vacation.
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