☆☆ la Tranquilidad de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica en su mejor momento ☆☆
Sobre este chaletalquiler
Situado a sólo 20 minutos de la carretera Costnenera entre las ciudades de Dominical al norte y Uvita al sur una carretera parcialmente pavimentada (4 ruedas motrices obligatorias) serpentea a través de la selva a la comunidad cerrada de Costa Verde Estates. Allí encontrará Casa de Zen la única casa situada al final de un callejón sin salida. La privacidad abunda así que si usted es el tipo de persona que disfruta de los gustos de tráfico, sirenas de policía u otros contaminantes de ruido no naturales esto no es ciertamente el hogar para usted
Casa de Zen ofrece una serenidad incomparable hábilmente cincelado en el lado de la montaña rodeado por la selva primaria del Viejo Mundo en tres lados. Decoradas con una variedad de madera natural, vidrieras y colores apagados que emulan el paisaje circundante, esta Casa tiene todas las comodidades para que se sienta como en casa. Los acondicionadores de aire están en las habitaciones solamente pero raramente necesitadas. Elevándose por encima de la costa por debajo de las brisas del océano enfriar la temperatura por una friolera de 10 grados en comparación con las elevaciones más bajas lo que es bastante cómodo día y noche.
La casa se compone de dos grandes dormitorios principales con baños privados ambos situados en lados opuestos de la casa que le da una vez más la sensación de intimidad, incluso mientras comparten la casa con otros huéspedes. La cómoda sala de estar al aire libre sobredimensionada tiene la atmósfera de un cine completo con un televisor de pantalla grande y cómodos asientos para su placer de visualización. No hay absolutamente ningún mal asiento en esta casa. Ya sea películas, TV clásica, documentales o deportes, lo tenemos todo a través de una caja de Roku o elegir entre una gran selección de DVD o CD de nuestras extensas bibliotecas.
El exuberante paisaje fue diseñado profesionalmente por un galardonado paisaje arqueológico estadounidense utilizando la flora y la fauna local que se funde en la selva circundante completa con papaya y árboles de mango. Los espacios abiertos incluyen céspedes bien esculpidos y bien conservados que barren el borde de la selva trayendo una plétora de luciérnagas a medida que cae la noche. La iluminación de la noche es también una adición hermosa a esta tierra encantada posicionada artísticamente encima de árboles ligeros en la selva y da mucha luz necesaria a los caminos en una noche negra como de la tinta.
Ningún paraíso tropical sería completa sin una piscina de agua salada de borde infinito completa con en asientos de la piscina con vistas al Océano Pacífico. Si usted no está deseando flotar alrededor en un colchón de aire en la piscina entonces un estante de la piscina con las sillas del salón es apenas el boleto para usted en una área sumergida en apenas 8 pulgadas del agua. Y sí, las colillas de la piscina hasta la selva dándole la sensación más como una laguna que una piscina en sí. Imagínese beber bebidas frías de paraguas frías con hielo servido directamente de la máquina de hielo en su cocina al aire libre. La vida no es mejor que esto.
Traer una gran cantidad de adolescentes con usted? Por un cargo adicional y Casetta estudio independiente con una cama queen size y un sofá cama de sofá le dará a usted y ellos un descanso muy necesario. Las instalaciones del cuarto de baño están situadas en la casa principal. Una pequeña nevera está en el listo para mantener las bebidas frías y aperitivos de medianoche a mano. También se encuentra en la Casita es una lavadora y secadora para sus necesidades de lavandería (a petición).
Disfrute de una taza de café a la salida del sol con los sonidos de cientos de pájaros cantando serenata un nuevo día como monos aulladores festejar en sabrosas hojas en la copa arriba. Monos de cara blanca te mantendrá divertido con sus payasadas y finura acrobática. A medida que se relaja en la veranda de gran tamaño de la respiración despejada teniendo vistas del Océano Pacífico se encuentran a 1700 pies por debajo de la famosa cola de la ballena, donde no es raro observar el omnipotente Ballena jorobada en su hábitat natural. Más allá de la cola de las ballenas la vista barre sobre el océano a la península de Osa y la isla de Cano que tiene algunos de los mejores buceo y snorkeling en Costa Rica.
Prepárate para escuchar a los loros verdes gritando ruidosamente como vye para las muchas frutas que ofrecen las Palmas de Peach. Tucano guapo vestido con mini esmoquin nariz buceo abajo en la selva para agregar sólo otra dimensión a este paraíso exuberante. Si usted es un gran fan de las mariposas, hay demasiadas variedades diferentes para contar en sólo una hora.
Como el sol comienza a establecer volver a su porción del cielo después de un largo día de senderismo, natación, pesca, tirolesa o observación de ballenas. Enjuague en su ducha privada al aire libre y establecerse con una copa de vino espumoso. Cuando la oscuridad cae sobre la tierra, la luz de las estrellas se entremezcla con las luces de Uvita y Ojochal brillando en el valle. A medida que la selva en silencio por la noche los sonidos calmantes de las olas rompiendo por debajo trae una paz alegre y tiempo para la reflexión de un largo día lleno de recuerdos de toda la vida.
☆☆☆ Todo esto se puede encontrar durante la temporada popular conocida como la TEMPORADA ALTA o TEMPORADA SECA a partir de finales de noviembre a mediados de finales de abril. Durante estos meses Costa Rica cobra vida con los amantes de la playa, surfistas y fanáticos de la naturaleza disfrutando en abundancia de los días calurosos, secos y soleados.
☆☆☆ La TEMPORADA BAJA o TEMPORADA VERDE es de mayo a noviembre, lo que permite una tarifa de alquiler con descuento estacional. Esta temporada baja le permite un exclusivo en uno con la naturaleza. A medida que la estación lluviosa rejuvenece la selva nuestra Cascada en el sitio cobra vida y mira a través de la selva como cascadas en nuestro Río Zen abajo. Personalmente uno de nuestros momentos favoritos del año. Realmente no hay necesidad de hacer el largo viaje a la Nube de Monte Verde Forrest porque la nube Forrest vendrá a usted.
Venga a visitar y quedarse en Casa de Zen. Tus recuerdos de toda la vida te esperan.
Casa de Zen ofrece una serenidad incomparable hábilmente cincelado en el lado de la montaña rodeado por la selva primaria del Viejo Mundo en tres lados. Decoradas con una variedad de madera natural, vidrieras y colores apagados que emulan el paisaje circundante, esta Casa tiene todas las comodidades para que se sienta como en casa. Los acondicionadores de aire están en las habitaciones solamente pero raramente necesitadas. Elevándose por encima de la costa por debajo de las brisas del océano enfriar la temperatura por una friolera de 10 grados en comparación con las elevaciones más bajas lo que es bastante cómodo día y noche.
La casa se compone de dos grandes dormitorios principales con baños privados ambos situados en lados opuestos de la casa que le da una vez más la sensación de intimidad, incluso mientras comparten la casa con otros huéspedes. La cómoda sala de estar al aire libre sobredimensionada tiene la atmósfera de un cine completo con un televisor de pantalla grande y cómodos asientos para su placer de visualización. No hay absolutamente ningún mal asiento en esta casa. Ya sea películas, TV clásica, documentales o deportes, lo tenemos todo a través de una caja de Roku o elegir entre una gran selección de DVD o CD de nuestras extensas bibliotecas.
El exuberante paisaje fue diseñado profesionalmente por un galardonado paisaje arqueológico estadounidense utilizando la flora y la fauna local que se funde en la selva circundante completa con papaya y árboles de mango. Los espacios abiertos incluyen céspedes bien esculpidos y bien conservados que barren el borde de la selva trayendo una plétora de luciérnagas a medida que cae la noche. La iluminación de la noche es también una adición hermosa a esta tierra encantada posicionada artísticamente encima de árboles ligeros en la selva y da mucha luz necesaria a los caminos en una noche negra como de la tinta.
Ningún paraíso tropical sería completa sin una piscina de agua salada de borde infinito completa con en asientos de la piscina con vistas al Océano Pacífico. Si usted no está deseando flotar alrededor en un colchón de aire en la piscina entonces un estante de la piscina con las sillas del salón es apenas el boleto para usted en una área sumergida en apenas 8 pulgadas del agua. Y sí, las colillas de la piscina hasta la selva dándole la sensación más como una laguna que una piscina en sí. Imagínese beber bebidas frías de paraguas frías con hielo servido directamente de la máquina de hielo en su cocina al aire libre. La vida no es mejor que esto.
Traer una gran cantidad de adolescentes con usted? Por un cargo adicional y Casetta estudio independiente con una cama queen size y un sofá cama de sofá le dará a usted y ellos un descanso muy necesario. Las instalaciones del cuarto de baño están situadas en la casa principal. Una pequeña nevera está en el listo para mantener las bebidas frías y aperitivos de medianoche a mano. También se encuentra en la Casita es una lavadora y secadora para sus necesidades de lavandería (a petición).
Disfrute de una taza de café a la salida del sol con los sonidos de cientos de pájaros cantando serenata un nuevo día como monos aulladores festejar en sabrosas hojas en la copa arriba. Monos de cara blanca te mantendrá divertido con sus payasadas y finura acrobática. A medida que se relaja en la veranda de gran tamaño de la respiración despejada teniendo vistas del Océano Pacífico se encuentran a 1700 pies por debajo de la famosa cola de la ballena, donde no es raro observar el omnipotente Ballena jorobada en su hábitat natural. Más allá de la cola de las ballenas la vista barre sobre el océano a la península de Osa y la isla de Cano que tiene algunos de los mejores buceo y snorkeling en Costa Rica.
Prepárate para escuchar a los loros verdes gritando ruidosamente como vye para las muchas frutas que ofrecen las Palmas de Peach. Tucano guapo vestido con mini esmoquin nariz buceo abajo en la selva para agregar sólo otra dimensión a este paraíso exuberante. Si usted es un gran fan de las mariposas, hay demasiadas variedades diferentes para contar en sólo una hora.
Como el sol comienza a establecer volver a su porción del cielo después de un largo día de senderismo, natación, pesca, tirolesa o observación de ballenas. Enjuague en su ducha privada al aire libre y establecerse con una copa de vino espumoso. Cuando la oscuridad cae sobre la tierra, la luz de las estrellas se entremezcla con las luces de Uvita y Ojochal brillando en el valle. A medida que la selva en silencio por la noche los sonidos calmantes de las olas rompiendo por debajo trae una paz alegre y tiempo para la reflexión de un largo día lleno de recuerdos de toda la vida.
☆☆☆ Todo esto se puede encontrar durante la temporada popular conocida como la TEMPORADA ALTA o TEMPORADA SECA a partir de finales de noviembre a mediados de finales de abril. Durante estos meses Costa Rica cobra vida con los amantes de la playa, surfistas y fanáticos de la naturaleza disfrutando en abundancia de los días calurosos, secos y soleados.
☆☆☆ La TEMPORADA BAJA o TEMPORADA VERDE es de mayo a noviembre, lo que permite una tarifa de alquiler con descuento estacional. Esta temporada baja le permite un exclusivo en uno con la naturaleza. A medida que la estación lluviosa rejuvenece la selva nuestra Cascada en el sitio cobra vida y mira a través de la selva como cascadas en nuestro Río Zen abajo. Personalmente uno de nuestros momentos favoritos del año. Realmente no hay necesidad de hacer el largo viaje a la Nube de Monte Verde Forrest porque la nube Forrest vendrá a usted.
Venga a visitar y quedarse en Casa de Zen. Tus recuerdos de toda la vida te esperan.
Servicios
Piscina
Aire acondicionado
Cocina o cocina integrada
Internet o Wi-Fi
Se permite fumar
Aparcamiento
Lavandería
Balcón o patio
Lavavajillas
TV
Accesible para silla de ruedas
Gimnasio
Jardín
Adecuado para familias
Mapa de Bahía Ballena
Chalet en Bahía Ballena
Razones para reservar
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Reseñas
5.0/5.0
Destacado(20 Reseñas)
10.0
If I had to use one word to sum up this VRBO home, it would be PARADISE. The home is very well-appointed, with magnificent views of the ocean. We spent much time in the infinity edge pool, gazing at the beautiful view. The home featured two large bedrooms as well as two large bathrooms, (en suite), a half bath and even a wonderful outdoor shower, (we never used the indoor showers). The kitchen was well appointed and had everything one needs to prepare any meal. The landscape is perfect and the lighted pool and uplighting on the landscape at night were nothing short of stunning. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the owners who took the time to answer any questions and to show us around their beautiful home. If you seek relaxation, Casa de Zen is what you want for your Costa Rican vacation!
5.0
Casa de Zen is a true gem. I spent 9 unforgettable days there with my wife and 2 children, aged 12 and 15. The house is very spacious and well equipped, including remarkably reliable WiFi and a wonderful grill. But the best of all is the location -- ensconced in the mountain overlooking the ocean and tail-shaped Playa Uvita. The view is spectacular. Enjoying it while surrounded by nature, including toucans and morphos, while relaxing in the pool, is simply a miracle. I don’t think the pictures here do justice to the beauty of the house and its surroundings. Besides, the whole area is extraordinarily beautiful, with plenty of beaches and places to visit, including Corcovado National Park and Caño Island. I'm Costa Rican and I can say that this is probably the most beautiful stretch of coastline in the country. Both Dominical and Uvita (about 25m drives in both cases) offer plenty of options to buy supplies of all kinds. Bob and Ellen are wonderful, warm and helpful hosts, so good in fact that we celebrated New Year's Eve with them. One note of caution, though: the drive up the mountain from the main road is not easy. It takes 15-20 minutes to go up or down on a tricky gravel road, and this was during the dry season. A tall 4x4 vehicle is a must. The good thing is that the place is so beautiful that you may decide to spend entire days at the house without going anywhere. We shall return to Casa de Zen, a magical place!
5.0
We spent 2 months at this house hosted by Ellen and Bob who are so gracious and accommodating. They live in the casita and their presence was very advantageous as Bob was able to be a huge help with our flat tire for example. Or when we lost power or other jungle issues because you are truly in the jungle! As the washer and dryer are not in the house and only in the casita, there is laundry service courtesy of Ellen. I have not been near a washing machine or dryer for 2 months. Quite liberating! The house itself is quite spacious with a bedroom on either side which is great for privacy. The pool is great and the breezes are amazing.
The ride up on a very bumpy road is 16 minutes long and don’t even think of not getting a 4x4! You will not get up that mountain without it. But the view is gorgeous and well worth the bumpy ride!!
5.0
We loved every moment of our stay. Our plans were to pretty much stay put.... why go anywhere when you can wake to howler monkeys, enjoy the sunrise, watch hummingbirds flit from bush to vine, swim in the most beautiful pool with a water feature, and be visited by coatis, agoutis and toucans almost every day. Other than a trip to the store and a visit to Whale's Tale, we were totally thrilled just to be here! The owner is a fabulous landscape architect and it is evident everywhere you look.
5.0
We came to Casa de Zen for our 20th wedding anniversary, hoping for a much-needed break from the rat race, stress and general mayhem of the last couple of years. We could not have chosen better. The house is beyond gorgeous, and is complete with all the essentials plus the extra touches to make it special. The many porches and decks provide access to the unbelievable view of Bahia Ballena - we were there in the rainy season, but enjoyed watching the clouds over the ocean with the decks providing shelter - we were able to enjoy both rain and shine due to the thoughtful design of the house inside and out. It was our first trip to Costa Rica, which our gracious (and fun!) hosts Bob and Ellen were aware of, and they made an effort to point out wildlife as it came by (they stay in a nearby casita). Their presence was welcome, not intrusive, and they truly give you peace and privacy while being a ready resource for all things in the area including restaurants, sites to see, etc. We were thrilled to see white-faced monkeys, coati, a toucan and even a sloth - all in their natural habitat in nearby trees. The landscaping is beautiful and blends with the area, giving you a feel of living in the rainforest while having modern luxuries. The plunge pool was cool and refreshing, the fountain adding another pleasant layer of sound - the whole auditory experience was like one week-long relaxation tape! Dining in the area we found to be outstanding with a wide variety of cuisines available in nearby Uvita and Dominical. Fair warning that the road from the highway to the house REQUIRES A 4-WHEEL DRIVE vehicle - don't poo-poo this. It's very bumpy, rutted, and narrow, so forewarned is forearmed. As long as you take your time climbing up, you'll be fine. While it was only the two of us at this lovely home, it would be ideal for two couples as both bedrooms have ensuite baths and are at opposite ends of the home - plus with all the outdoor living spaces you can have separate space as well. I could rave on and on about this special home - and it IS a home that Bob and Ellen have felt compelled to share with the world. If you are considering Costa Rica and are looking for a retreat from the world, this may just be your place. Pura Vida!
5.0
Amazing, amazing, amazing!!
We had an incredible time! The house was absolutely stunning! Our host were equally amazing and helpful with anything and everything we could ask for. We will absolutely be coming back to stay at this beautiful home again! We had nothing but good vibes the entire time we were there. We had an absolute wonderful time unwinding and decompressing by the beautiful infinity pool overlooking the whales tail. We can’t say enough about this beautifully landscaped home. It is breathtaking to stand back and look at! Thanks to Bob and Ellen we had an amazing stay! Awesome experience!!
5.0
Bottom line: if you want to be One With The Costa Rican Rainforest, this is it. We’ve been to CR 3x now but this was our first in Dominical/Uvita. All of our stays have been well- researched and pretty darn sweet. But there’s only one Casa De Zen.
Top 4 Things We Adored
-- Bird & Animal Sightings: Oh, where to begin. We are animal lovers and brought big & little monoscopes and a respectable camera. It paid off. Sometimes without looking you’d see Crested Guans helicopter in…or catch a family of Howlers in one of the flagship trees by the pool. We spotted toucans, aracaris [but more rare], coatis galore, and many other birds. Easy, plentiful sightings. Others were a bit more elusive [e.g. the charming woodrail bird that Ellen named Clacker], which was also fun to try and spot. I almost hated to do my daily run for fear I would miss something! My fiancé would later show me on his camera what animal or bird I missed. Turns out I myself would spot a pack of 8 capuchins on my way back from a run right near their entrance gate…so it evened out.
-- Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Home: The finishes, materials and craftsmanship were so cozy and well-appointed. The pics don’t do several of the rooms justice. My fiancé hardly ever wanted to use the 2nd bedroom shower, for he would rather keep it dry so he could watch animals/birds in the all-glass enclosure that faced yet ANOTHER beautiful landscape nook. Bob and Ellen are proud of their decorative accessories and artwork, too, which we found so heartwarming. (If we wanted modern decor, plenty of great places abound. We didn’t.)
-- Perch Position: 1,700 glorious feet of elevation. That made the vista breathtaking. The lush rainforest, rolling hills & valleys, and sheer depth was our fav of any of our prior trips. This elevation also kept bugs at bay, a huge bonus.
-- Owner Charm: Bob and Ellen were such lovely, spirited hosts. Yet they took cues from us and never invaded privacy. We chose to go out w/ them several times during our 10-day trip. Several of those nights were also with their wonderful friends that lived in the greater area. (Hello to all of you!) It was one of the highlights of our stay.
Attention VRBO Mktg Dept: if you ever need single hero image that embodies the vista & lushness of renting in the CR rainforest, you just found it with this gem. Thank you, Bob and Ellen! We are happy to call you our friends now.
5.0
Oasis in the heart of the jungle. We could not have been happier.
Bottom line: if you want to be One With The Costa Rican Rainforest, this is it. We’ve been to CR 3x now but this was our first in Dominical/Uvita. All of our stays have been well- researched and pretty darn sweet. But there’s only one Casa De Zen.
Top 4 Things We Adored
-- Bird & Animal Sightings: Oh, where to begin. We are animal lovers and brought big & little monoscopes and a respectable camera. It paid off. Sometimes without looking you’d see Crested Guans helicopter in…or catch a family of Howlers in one of the flagship trees by the pool. We spotted toucans, aracaris [but more rare], coatis galore, and many other birds. Easy, plentiful sightings. Others were a bit more elusive [e.g. the charming woodrail bird that Ellen named Clacker], which was also fun to try and spot. I almost hated to do my daily run for fear I would miss something! My fiancé would later show me on his camera what animal or bird I missed. Turns out I myself would spot a pack of 8 capuchins on my way back from a run right near their entrance gate…so it evened out.
-- Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Home: The finishes, materials and craftsmanship were so cozy and well-appointed. The pics don’t do several of the rooms justice. My fiancé hardly ever wanted to use the 2nd bedroom shower, for he would rather keep it dry so he could watch animals/birds in the all-glass enclosure that faced yet ANOTHER beautiful landscape nook. Bob and Ellen are proud of their decorative accessories and artwork, too, which we found so heartwarming. (If we wanted modern decor, plenty of great places abound. We didn’t.)
-- Perch Position: 1,700 glorious feet of elevation. That made the vista breathtaking. The lush rainforest, rolling hills & valleys, and sheer depth was our fav of any of our prior trips. This elevation also kept bugs at bay, a huge bonus.
-- Owner Charm: Bob and Ellen were such lovely, spirited hosts. Yet they took cues from us and never invaded privacy. We chose to go out w/ them several times during our 10-day trip. Several of those nights were also with their wonderful friends that lived in the greater area. (Hello to all of you!) It was one of the highlights of our stay.
Attention VRBO Mktg Dept: if you ever need single hero image that embodies the vista & lushness of renting in the CR rainforest, you just found it with this gem. Thank you, Bob and Ellen! We are happy to call you our friends now.
5.0
We so enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back. What a treat of tranquility and artistry. this home is like a jewel box.
5.0
Treasure of a home with epic views
We so enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back. What a treat of tranquility and artistry. this home is like a jewel box.
4.0
Jungle retreat
Beautiful home and property! The photos don’t do it justice. It is perfect for two couples or a small family! I could have stayed in the
Pool the whole trip! It is 20 minutes up the mountain in the jungle, so be prepared when you turn off the Highway. 4x4 vehicle is definitely required for this part of Costa Rica!! Bob and Ellen were great hosts! It might have be helpful to have them meet you at the security gate if you arrive in the dark. We would absolutely return to this house for another stay!
5.0
Let me begin with, this was our first trip to beautiful Costa Rica. After much research and plenty of blog reviews, we decided on the area of Dominical and Uvita and found this beautiful home, Casa de Zen nestled high on the hill side of the mountain. This home was as advertised and the pictures don't even begin to do it enough justice. If you are looking to truly unplug, relax and listen to the sounds of the jungle, then this is the spot for you. We traveled here with our two boys and they enjoyed every minute of this magical place. From seeing families of howler and capuchin monkeys, toucans, and humming birds galore, the jungle was always bursting with activity. Now back to the house. It comes well equipped with any utensil needed to prepare all meals, which we did for most of our trip. Our boys especially loved the pool, they woke up every morning and started the day with a swim. Bob and Ellen were the perfect hosts and were available at a moments notice. We could not have asked for a better vacation and cannot wait to visit again.
Thank you Bob and Ellen for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
The Watson Family!
5.0
Christmas Paradise
Let me begin with, this was our first trip to beautiful Costa Rica. After much research and plenty of blog reviews, we decided on the area of Dominical and Uvita and found this beautiful home, Casa de Zen nestled high on the hill side of the mountain. This home was as advertised and the pictures don't even begin to do it enough justice. If you are looking to truly unplug, relax and listen to the sounds of the jungle, then this is the spot for you. We traveled here with our two boys and they enjoyed every minute of this magical place. From seeing families of howler and capuchin monkeys, toucans, and humming birds galore, the jungle was always bursting with activity. Now back to the house. It comes well equipped with any utensil needed to prepare all meals, which we did for most of our trip. Our boys especially loved the pool, they woke up every morning and started the day with a swim. Bob and Ellen were the perfect hosts and were available at a moments notice. We could not have asked for a better vacation and cannot wait to visit again.
Thank you Bob and Ellen for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
The Watson Family!
5.0
My wife and I planned a Thanksgiving Week holiday at Casa de Zen and had a fabulous time. Our hosts Ellen and Bob were wonderful, and everything was as nice as it appeared in the VRBO listing. The house is quiet and jungle is all around, yet close enough to town for dinning and activities. The pool area and landscaping are really stunning! We were very impressed at the high quality of restaurants in the close by town of Ojochal, which should be a must make stop on your trip. Thanks to Ellen and Bob for a great vacation!
The Lewis family
5.0
Relaxing stay at Casa de Zen
My wife and I planned a Thanksgiving Week holiday at Casa de Zen and had a fabulous time. Our hosts Ellen and Bob were wonderful, and everything was as nice as it appeared in the VRBO listing. The house is quiet and jungle is all around, yet close enough to town for dinning and activities. The pool area and landscaping are really stunning! We were very impressed at the high quality of restaurants in the close by town of Ojochal, which should be a must make stop on your trip. Thanks to Ellen and Bob for a great vacation!
The Lewis family
5.0
Staying at Casa Zen was wonderful! The hosts greeted us upon arrival and were available throughout our stay. They were happy to share insider "tips and tricks" with their years of experience in Costa Rica. Ellen and Bob were fabulous hosts, providing everything and more to make our vacation a memorable one. Their attention to detail is key. Casa Zen is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica. There are several comfortable spots inside and out to relax and take in the beautiful ocean view, the lush jungle, and the wildlife. The home is stocked with everything you could ever need to make it your home. We actually spent more time at "home" than we did away. If I could give Casa Zen 10 stars I would! We are looking forward to keeping in touch with Ellen and Bob well into the future.
5.0
Heaven on Earth
Staying at Casa Zen was wonderful! The hosts greeted us upon arrival and were available throughout our stay. They were happy to share insider "tips and tricks" with their years of experience in Costa Rica. Ellen and Bob were fabulous hosts, providing everything and more to make our vacation a memorable one. Their attention to detail is key. Casa Zen is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica. There are several comfortable spots inside and out to relax and take in the beautiful ocean view, the lush jungle, and the wildlife. The home is stocked with everything you could ever need to make it your home. We actually spent more time at "home" than we did away. If I could give Casa Zen 10 stars I would! We are looking forward to keeping in touch with Ellen and Bob well into the future.
5.0
We were so happy with our stay at Casa de Zen. The house was spotless and clean, Bob and Ellen are wonderful host, they made our stay very enjoyable. The pictures don't do the place justice. Between Ellen's decorating and bobs knowledge and love for the landscaping detail it couldn't have been better. We will definitely be staying with them again. Thanks Bob and Ellen.
5.0
After spending many trips in the Costa Ballena area of Costa Rica, my wife and I decided to bring her parents to the area to show them everything we had been bragging about. Finding the right home for this trip was very important because my mother-in-law is not very mobile, and the home needed to have minimal steps and levels which brought us to this residence. We must say that it ended up being perfect. Casa Zen was a delight. The house is situated in the Costa Verde Estates which is a very high-end gated community located at 1700 feet in elevation overlooking the whale’s tail of Uvita. The temperature at that elevation is extremely comfortable with highs in the upper 70’s during the day and high 60’s at night. Casa Zen is located on the edge of the mountain and offers complete privacy and killer views as well as a one-with-nature feel. Howler monkeys, toucans and many other animals visit the property daily offering great entertainment.
You will find that the house is much more open and larger than it appears in the pictures. The inside and outside living areas flow together perfectly giving you a very comfortable and relaxing experience. The landscaping is exquisite with detailed viewing and sitting areas throughout. The owners Bob and Ellen took great pride in creating the perfect atmosphere conducive for relaxation as well as socializing in all of the intimate areas. While there we found that Bob was a professional landscape designer back in the states which shows in all of the detailed work that has been done on the property.
The home is comfortably furnished and decorated in a very inviting manner. You will also find that Casa Zen has all of the amenities you will need for your vacation. The description of the premises on the VRBO website is exactly what to expect. No surprises here. Bob and Ellen are fabulous hosts and are willing to help you out, if needed, with anything at any time. We rent homes in this area four times a year for the last 5 years and I must say that this one is very special, especially if you plan on spending quality time at the home itself. The reviews on VRBO are accurate and you will not be disappointed. My wife and I highly recommend Casa Zen.
5.0
We had an amazing stay at Casa de Zen! The property is like staying on a nature preserve with a huge diversity of plants and animals. The views from the patio are incredible. The location is perfect for trips to Dominical, Uvita, and nearby waterfalls and surfing beaches. The house is clean and comfortable and Bob and Ellen were gracious hosts. Kids said this was the best vacation ever! We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back! Pura Vida!!
5.0
Beautiful private home with incredible property and views!!
We had an amazing stay at Casa de Zen! The property is like staying on a nature preserve with a huge diversity of plants and animals. The views from the patio are incredible. The location is perfect for trips to Dominical, Uvita, and nearby waterfalls and surfing beaches. The house is clean and comfortable and Bob and Ellen were gracious hosts. Kids said this was the best vacation ever! We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back! Pura Vida!!
5.0
Amazing stay at Casa de Zen
We were so happy with our stay at Casa de Zen. The house was spotless and clean, Bob and Ellen are wonderful host, they made our stay very enjoyable. The pictures don't do the place justice. Between Ellen's decorating and bobs knowledge and love for the landscaping detail it couldn't have been better. We will definitely be staying with them again. Thanks Bob and Ellen.
5.0
Perfect "ZEN" experience
After spending many trips in the Costa Ballena area of Costa Rica, my wife and I decided to bring her parents to the area to show them everything we had been bragging about. Finding the right home for this trip was very important because my mother-in-law is not very mobile, and the home needed to have minimal steps and levels which brought us to this residence. We must say that it ended up being perfect. Casa Zen was a delight. The house is situated in the Costa Verde Estates which is a very high-end gated community located at 1700 feet in elevation overlooking the whale’s tail of Uvita. The temperature at that elevation is extremely comfortable with highs in the upper 70’s during the day and high 60’s at night. Casa Zen is located on the edge of the mountain and offers complete privacy and killer views as well as a one-with-nature feel. Howler monkeys, toucans and many other animals visit the property daily offering great entertainment.
You will find that the house is much more open and larger than it appears in the pictures. The inside and outside living areas flow together perfectly giving you a very comfortable and relaxing experience. The landscaping is exquisite with detailed viewing and sitting areas throughout. The owners Bob and Ellen took great pride in creating the perfect atmosphere conducive for relaxation as well as socializing in all of the intimate areas. While there we found that Bob was a professional landscape designer back in the states which shows in all of the detailed work that has been done on the property.
The home is comfortably furnished and decorated in a very inviting manner. You will also find that Casa Zen has all of the amenities you will need for your vacation. The description of the premises on the VRBO website is exactly what to expect. No surprises here. Bob and Ellen are fabulous hosts and are willing to help you out, if needed, with anything at any time. We rent homes in this area four times a year for the last 5 years and I must say that this one is very special, especially if you plan on spending quality time at the home itself. The reviews on VRBO are accurate and you will not be disappointed. My wife and I highly recommend Casa Zen.
5.0
Ellen and Bob were great hosts! They were so accommodating and helpful! The property itself is beautiful with a gorgeous infinity pool! The house was so clean and comfortable!
5.0
Amazing stay!!!
Ellen and Bob were great hosts! They were so accommodating and helpful! The property itself is beautiful with a gorgeous infinity pool! The house was so clean and comfortable!
5.0
Casa de Zen is absolute paradise!
While the trip up the mountain is a bit treacherous, it is so well worth it! I don't think there is a better view in the southern zone! Every aspect of this home seems to be built to blend seamlessly into the rain forest, and cannot be beat for solitude and utterly astounding views. We were absolutely surrounded by wildlife and nature, including monkeys, toucans, a million hummingbirds, butterflies, frogs, coati, and more. It's an ideal setup for 2 couples with split masters, a fantastic kitchen (and an outdoor kitchen), a perfect infinity pool and multiple places to hang out. Ellen and Bob are the most amazing hosts and now friends, and they clearly care about your experience while staying with them! Ellen even so graciously helped with our laundry, as the units are in their guest house.
The home is appointed with amazing art, and has excellent ambiance, day and night. We did have to be careful with our two boys (2 & 4), so that they didn't wreck the place too bad, and especially around the pool and access to the jungle, but they settled into the rules quickly and all went swimmingly!
Ellen's restaurant, outing and beach recommendations were spot on, and She & Bob were both available if we needed them but very careful to not be intrusive. We ended up hanging out and having a great time on several occasions, but at our request!
To reiterate, the need for 4 wheel drive as mentioned in the listing is no joke, and we found it best to stock up on groceries and booze in town, spend lots of time enjoying the house, and make specific outings (dinner, beach, breakfast, waterfall, etc.), as managing the kids and their naps, etc. required some logistics. Also, kid-related, there is a great entertainment center (on generator power!) with great cable and internet for any gloomy days you might have!
Overall, I cannot say enough nice things about the home, or our hosts! We can't wait to get back next time! Pura Vida!
5.0
Absolutely The Best!!!
This was the BEST place we have ever stayed in over 28 years of renting in Costa Rica! Ellen and Bob, welcomed us with open arms and we truly felt at home upon arrival. The setting, including: architecture, design, VIEW, landscaping, artwork, pool, lighting and amenities is second to none. Our family of five can not say enough about this beautiful home set in the "selva" of southern Costa Rica! You feel like you are in a dream!! If we could give 10 stars out of 5, it would still not be enough. The flora and fauna that surround this 'oasis in the jungle' seem to be never ending, as we saw so many different birds, flowers and critters(all outside ;) everyday and night. This house is an ornithologist, horticulturist, entomologist nirvana. The views from the pool, many decks and sitting areas, living room, bedrooms, outdoor shower and even the kitchen sink! is nothing you can describe in words or even pictures... but I will say, we all got up everyday at 5:30-6am to begin enjoying spectacular vistas of the Whale's Tail, the distant Osa Peninsula and the stretches of virgin, prime-evil jungle between. The stars at night were much enjoyed from the lower pool deck. Also because of the beautiful artwork and tasteful design there is always something new to admire this spacious, comfortable home. Super clean and ultra secure, all the wonderful things I can put into words are only an understatement of how truly amazing the experience at Casa de Zen is.....
Thank you again for this place you have created, which has given us a time and memories we will never, ever forget. Ellen and Bob, your hard work and clear dedication to creating something this special is wholeheartedly appreciated by us all! Hope and plan to return and stay here again and again :)
5.0
Nature and Luxury all in one!!
Our finest stay in Costa Rica! We have rented homes through VRBO the last 9 years and this one takes the cake! The owners Bob and Ellen became fast friends! The house sits high in the mountainous jungle with exceptional views of Whales Tail and the Osa Peninsula. Every morning we were blessed to see and hear new birds and other friendly creatures. The landscaping outside and the interior decorating are of the highest quality we have ever seen. There is not one thing that we would change! The house becomes your home the instant you walk through the doors with everything you could possibly need! We enjoyed the cool infinity pool every day and used the outdoor cooking area several times. The outdoor shower is the best, as you can watch hummingbirds and butterflies while you bathe! True magnificence awaits you every morning. Thank you so much Bob and Ellen for sharing your Casa de Zen!!
5.0
Absolutely amazing - it's not enough 5* to rate it!
If we could rate this house with more that 5 stars, we would definitely do it. We (me, my wife and family of our friends) stayed on the villa during New Year holidays and it was a real luck to find it. With my personal experience of 50+ counties, I have a lot of reasons why it is a great choice:
- HOUSE: extremely comfortable, built with attention to every single detail both in construction and interior design; important thing that the owners built the house for themselves and just started to rent it, moreover they still living nearly so personally taking care about the house and the garden;
- GARDEN: it is a result of really, really hard work and great creativity! the territory looks beautiful and very natural at the same time, perfect synergy with surrounding jungles.
- VIEW: "impressive" is a pretty weak word to describe it: you can sit on the terrace and staring at the ocean, jungles, wild nature, sunrise and sunsets for hours (and maybe years..). Really worth to experience!
- NATURE: when you are surrounded by jungles and the area of the estate is quiet and protected, the wild life is flourishing - we watched a lot birds, some iguanas, frogs, I also was lucky to see capybara; and while there, you hear the sounds of wild creatures - awesome feeling!
- ESTATE: maybe one of the best projects in the country - well-organized, secured, wild nature is fully preserved, all lots are planned to ensure full privacy of each house - thus no noisy neighbors etc
- AREA ITSELF: don't be fooled with thousands of tourists coming to Tamarindo - the real, natural Costa Rica is on the south (IMHO): a lot of real jungles, great ocean and beaches, not so crowed and urbanized yet safe and cosy - really worth to visit!
- OWNERS: very friendly, intelligent people that really love the country, proud of their house and taking care about their guests - you don't feel yourself by renting a house, you feel like visiting a close relatives that love and taking care of you. Bob and Linda are amazing people and we are extremely happy that we met them.
Just to make your holiday really comfortable - 4x4 car is a must as it takes appx. 2 km to get there from the main roads up to the hills. Anyway, don't afraid of it - with a good car the road it easy enough, it's perfectly constructed - we had no difficulties even we'd got into heavy rain.
Therefore, everyone of our company STRONGLY recommends the house and owners for one of the most amazing holidays you'd ever have!
Preguntas frecuentes
¿Cuánto cuesta alquilar este chalet en comparación con otros en Bahía Ballena?
El precio medio de un alquiler en Bahía Ballena es 121 € por noche. Este alquiler es 164 € más elevado que la media.
¿Este chalet incluye aparcamiento?
Sí, ☆☆ la Tranquilidad de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica en su mejor momento ☆☆ incluye aparcamiento. Para más información, contacta directamente con el alojamiento.
¿chalet cuenta con piscina?
Sí, ☆☆ la Tranquilidad de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica en su mejor momento ☆☆ cuenta con piscina en sus instalaciones. ¡Trae bañador!
¿☆☆ la Tranquilidad de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica en su mejor momento ☆☆ admite mascotas?
Lamentablemente, este chalet no admite mascotas. Intente buscar de nuevo y filtre por "Se admiten mascotas"
¿Con qué servicios cuenta ☆☆ la Tranquilidad de Casa De Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica en su mejor momento ☆☆?
Hemos encontrado 14 servicios para este alquiler. Esto incluye piscina, aire acondicionado, cocina o cocina integrada, internet o wi-fi y se permite fumar.