Casa Solaz is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom bamboo house in Bajo Bonitas, sleeping up to 8 guests. Enjoy a solar-powered stay with an open-air terrace, forest trails, waterfalls, and farm life.
The Space
Finca Anjala is an ecological sanctuary set within a tropical forest featuring waterfalls, trails, and abundant wildlife. The property embraces permaculture principles, utilizing recycled materials and bamboo in its construction. The 2-bedroom house operates entirely on solar energy and uses local water sources, without air conditioning.
The house offers natural cosmetics, a fully equipped kitchen, and home-cooked meals available for an additional fee. Guests can enjoy views of the surrounding nature and experience sustainable agriculture alongside farm animals.
Casa Solaz
Casa Solaz is a peaceful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom bamboo house located on a lush property that includes three separate homes: Casa Alma (also available for rent), Casa Solaz (your private retreat), and the farmhand’s house. This space invites you to relax, connect with nature, and create memorable experiences.
Terrace / Living Room
The open-air terrace serves as the heart of the home, designed to immerse you in the tropical environment. Constructed entirely from bamboo and hardwood, it features:
- A cozy lounge area with handcrafted furniture
- A large dining table suitable for family meals
- Vibrant local artwork throughout
Surrounded by greenery, the terrace offers a tranquil setting to relax, dine, or enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. Its seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living makes it an ideal spot for memorable moments.
Kitchen
The kitchen combines rustic charm with modern convenience. It includes:
- Stove and refrigerator
- Playful rooster-themed artwork
- Large windows that bring in natural light
- Local plants enhancing the cheerful atmosphere
Bedrooms
The two bedrooms are warm and inviting, with handcrafted bamboo walls and ceilings that create a tropical ambiance. Each room contains:
- A comfortable queen-sized bed with colorful, locally inspired linens
- A sturdy wooden bunk bed, perfect for families or small groups
Bathrooms
There are two full bathrooms equipped with hot showers and organic aromatherapy products, providing a relaxing and sensory experience.
Outdoor Areas
The outdoor space offers numerous opportunities to connect with nature, including:
- A serene pond with ducks
- Farm plantations growing bananas, plantains, and various fruits
- A henhouse housing ducks, chickens, and swans
- Farm activities such as making sugar cane juice and preparing tortillas
- Scenic trails winding through a lush 6-hectare forest
- Waterfalls and a river for exploration
Friendly dogs, cats, and farm animals, including a pampered goat named Canela, roam freely, adding to the homely atmosphere. The property also features peaceful gardens, a fire pit, and eco-friendly practices like organic fertilizer and charcoal production.
Internet Access
High-speed internet is available throughout the property via Starlink, offering 200 Mbps. Connectivity extends inside the house and to outdoor areas such as the fire pit and gardens, allowing guests to stay connected while enjoying the natural surroundings.
Guest Access
Guests have exclusive use of Casa Solaz, which includes:
- 2 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Living room
- Spacious terrace with dining area
Access is also granted to the farm, fire pit, pond, trails, 6-hectare forest, waterfalls, river, and landscaped grounds.
Please note that a high-clearance 4x2 vehicle is required to reach the property, though a 4x4 is recommended for easier navigation of the final 6 kilometers due to rough terrain.
While Casa Solaz is exclusively yours, other guests may stay in Casa Alma on the property and share outdoor spaces such as the farm and pond. Both houses can be booked together for larger groups, with group discounts available upon request.
For an enhanced stay, guests can arrange homemade meals, transportation assistance, or activities by contacting the host at least two days in advance.
Location
Finca Anjala is situated in the rural town of Bajo Bonitas de Platanares, Pérez Zeledón. The area offers stunning sunsets and breathtaking views of either the ocean or the Talamanca mountain range. This farming community is rich in wildlife and authentic Costa Rican culture.
The farm is a Certified Organic Farm participating in the FONAFIFO initiative, which promotes environmental protection through forest conservation.
Nearby amenities include a small pulpería for basic supplies. The town is approximately a one-hour drive from Pérez Zeledón and 2.5 hours from Bahía Ballena.
Activities and Nearby Attractions
On the Farm
- Milking goats
- Preparing tortillas
- Bird watching
- Sloth sightings
- Swimming in waterfall pools
- Hiking private forest trails (3 km)
Guests can coordinate activities with René, the farmhand.
Local Experiences
- Jeremy’s orchid farm
- Whale Tail Viewpoint
- Fernando’s coffee farm
- Sugar cane processing with oxen (seasonal)
- Horseback riding
- Dairy farm and cheese making
- Coffee harvesting (seasonal)
Additional local activities such as cheese-making and coffee harvesting can be arranged in advance.
Other Notes
Guests interested in local cuisine can request meals prepared on-site or use the fully equipped kitchen to cook their own food. The area offers a genuine rural experience with opportunities to engage in traditional farming and cultural activities.
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What guests are saying
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Sonia
4 weeks ago
The accommodation is a real paradise in the middle of coffee plantations among other crops, isolated but safe with the proximity of René and his family, who take care of welcoming us and the house and live nearby. It remains a place that is only accessible by 4×4, and you have to follow Irène's instructions to the letter to get there. You also have to allow 1.5 to 2 hours to go to the exceptional Nauyaca waterfall and for excursions in the Marina Ballena Park, during which we saw a mother and her baby. But it's really worth it for the scenery along the way and for the beautiful, all-wood, very well-equipped property. We felt great there. We also had dinner, which allowed us to eat very well without having to cook. René brought us eggs from his chickens and bananas from the garden. In short, we highly recommend this getaway in the middle of the real Costa Rica!
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Anna
2 months ago
This amazing place is far from everything! We had booked two nights, but it was only one because we had to turn around when we tried to drive there the first time. It started to rain heavily and we had taken the wrong road, which meant we didn't get there before it got dark! Start early and 4WD is a must! The road to the property is really challenging. We tried to follow the directions but at first did not understand that it is a MUST to start in San Isidro. It's not possible to drive via Uvita as we tried. The place is divine, but best suited for adults who want a quiet place to recover. There were some walking trails, but they were relatively short, and some of them would need to be inspected and cleared a bit. We did not do any other activities on the farm as we had already stayed at another farm house. However, we tried the evening meal prepared by the Salvadoran couple. If you don't, you have to bring food because there's nothing to buy there! Do you have picky kids like us? Just order for the adults and cook for the kids yourselves!
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Franziska
4 months ago
The directions are as described in the advertisement. Google Maps leads you directly to the accommodation. Four-wheel drive is definitely necessary, and you should not drive even in heavy rain. The place was clean, very large and spacious. The three of us had Finca Anjala to ourselves. It is in an absolutely quiet location and perfect for unwinding, relaxing and simply exploring the area. We also had an additional fly screen for the bed. We would also strongly recommend that. Another plus for us was that the soaps provided were sustainable and scented with essential oils. We definitely recommend booking breakfast and dinner as well. Because the food is a spectacle in itself. Super delicious and definitely enough for everyone. It was the little things that made the stay wonderful, such as the farmer simply picking us up in the morning to feed the chickens. That made our little one very happy. Thank you 🤗
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Rafael
5 months ago
Let's start with the good part: it's a beautiful location and very clean. This is a very unique property in a secluded location. However, the road is extremely hard to access; it's an unpaved road with a steep slope on the side of a cliff. You need to be very skilled with off-road driving and have an appropriate vehicle. We got stuck trying to get there and had to tip one of the locals to drive us up the mountain. Host was not present, chat support provides useless AI answers (e.g., "Are you stuck with your car? So sorry... call your insurance."). The local staff are nice and kind, but they don't know a word of English. You are quite dependent on them, so you had better speak Spanish. It's really out in the wild—if you get sick or injured, you're on your own. My family and I were attacked by a massive bee swarm and leaf-cutter ants on the property. We had to leave early to seek medical attention. The host ignored us throughout this ordeal, but luckily, Airbnb refunded us.
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Andrew
5 months ago
Great stay at the Finca. Cabin was comfortable. Our son loved tending to the animals. Trails were the right amount of challenging. Unfortunate that the kids zipline was broken, but otherwise all was as advertised.
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Nancy
6 months ago
We have stayed at several Airbnbs and none compare to this one. The location is secluded and beautiful. The farm is a beautiful piece of property. René and Digna were great hosts. René went out of his way to show the kids where a sloth was in a tree, feed the chickens, play with the dog Scott, and lead us to the cheese making activity. Digna's food was always timely, authentic, and wonderful. We were never short on enough for our family of 6. My kids loved petting the cats and dog. Digna showed us how to make tortillas and René helped us make sugar cane juice. We got to milk the goat and drink the milk. René was so patient with us as we tried to understand what he was saying and repeating it to use a translator app if necessary. He is such a happy guy. The beds are super comfortable. Each morning we woke up to the sounds of so many birds. We also took two hikes while we were there. The trails are very well marked. The waterfall was a beautiful view. We would definitely stay again.
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Michelle
6 months ago
Private stay up in the mountains! Relaxing, tranquil and right in the jungle! Close to nature! Lots of jungle and farm noises. Rustic, open air, clean and comfortable. Kitchen had everything we needed and it even had hot water for showers! Great for a rustic cabin type stay in nature! My daughter loved the animals! We loved the hike to the waterfall and swam in the water there. Hosts were helpful and kind.
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Marcela
7 months ago
I don’t usually leave reviews, but when a place truly surpasses your expectations, you have to. If you enjoy a peaceful environment, nature, and quality time, this is the place for you. And if you have kids, they will make priceless memories here. I admire the owner, Irene, so much. Seeing her vision, her hard work to build this farm, and her deep love and respect for nature is truly inspiring. Very few places allow nature to lead and build around it in such a thoughtful way, creating an unforgettable experience. The food was wonderful, and her employees are so respectful, kind, and always happy to help and show you around. Irene, thank you so much for this amazing experience.
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Joanna
7 months ago
Rene and his wife made the trip for us. They spoiled us and our children with the right amount of attention and help. Bonus for us that we didn't realize until the last day was that we were the only ones... There are two rentals here and the public areas are divided by only a beautiful display of huge tropical plants so not super private and if the others were noisy and rowdy you'd be in the party without being part of the party. I honestly expected to find more things trying to eat us there, but the end of dry season was relatively bug-free. The whole place was incredibly safe and secure and I didn't worry at all about our kids wandering around the place. We were there beginning of February during the dry season. The waterfalls are beautiful and water was calm and safe. It wouldn't be the same if it rained and I would be more cautious especially with kids. It's a steep climb up and down and small kids will demand to be carried up the mountain.
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Fabian
7 months ago
We and our kids loved everything about our stay. What a wonderful place! Thank you so much, we will come again
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