Perched 1200 meters above La Suiza, Turrialba, this secluded bungalow is nestled in a private Wildlife / Rain Forest Reserve. With majestic views of the Volcan Turrialba & valley and nearby mountain ranges, you can unwind in peace and tranquility surrounded by nature's splendor. Hike through the reserve's pristine trails or ride horseback to explore its hidden gems.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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About this property
Bungalow in the jungle
On our secluded private 172 hectare Wildlife / Rain Forest Reserve 1200 meters above La Suiza, Turrialba, sits the "Bungalow" surrounded by peace, tranquility, birds and volcano views. Many guests in the past said they were so very happy just being in this beautiful quaint artistic wood crafted house appraising majestic views of the Volcan Turrialba & valley, Pacuare, Chirripo, & Talamanca mountain ranges + our own rain forest canopy. Hike, Ride, Swim, Bird watch, Fish, Relax !
The space Beautiful Hand crafted wooden 3 bedroom spacious bungalow with panoramic views situated at the end of a rural road with no power lines or vehicles passing through. A solar panel for electricity. It can sleep 1 as it can sleep 6. Swimming at our private emerald pond surrounded by rain forest is an amazing experience that is just a 5 minute walk from the house! Horse back riding, guided hikes on our secluded and pristine reserve (where you will not see other humans besides yourselves and the guides ) and fishing are available at fare rates depending on number of participants. Amazing exclusive Pacuare River white water rafting trips can be arranged with experienced guides and are highly recommended. The Pacuare River is among the 10 most cleanest rivers in the world. The days are warm, but the nights are chilly. Open air bathroom ( cold spring water) ALL PHOTOS ON OUR LISTING ARE TAKEN WITHIN OUR PRIVATE RESERVE!
Guest access You get the entire bungalow, and are free to walk anywhere on the reserve and swim in our pristine emerald pond. We want you to feel comfortable, private and safe. Guided hiking tours are recommended when going into rain forest or waterfall starting at $25 to $50 per person depending on where you want to go and how long of a hike. We can give a reduced guided hike group rate for over 5 people. On the long beautiful hike to our own private waterfall , we provide a pack lunch. Gracious horse back riding starts at $45 per person depending on how long and where you want to ride. Picnic lunches can be arranged as well as fishing in our Tilapia pond. Rubber at least mid calf boots are recommended or waterproof hiking boots. My husband, son, staff and I are close by for anything you might need and to customize your stay. All meals, guided hikes and tours are to be paid in cash.
Other things to note 1. We are at the end of a 6.5 km 4 wheel drive only road. It is best to come early in the day. We can arrange a 4 wheel drive taxi to pick you up if you do not have a 4 wheel drive vehicle in the small town of La Suiza at the bottom of our hill for $25. 2. There are three supermarkets in La Suiza and three butchers. Make sure you do your food, beverage and ice shopping before coming up the hill. You don't want to be having to make unnecessary trips down the hill taking you away from the serenity of the reserve. 3. The bungalow is set for cooking but with a few days notice, delicious all organic meals can be prepared and served at an additional cost of $20 /$25 per person betwee 1- 6 pm. Our own organic roasted chicken, our own butter baked whole organic tilapia, certifies grass fed grilled Costa Rican beef, creamy tilapia coconut chowder, shrimp and sausage paella, vegetarian or beef lasagna a la vodka or my handmade chicken or pork tamales are your choices. Please choose just one of the entrees for your group per meal ! Excellent South American wines, beer, cocktails are available for purchase at reasonable prices. Let us know what you like, and we will have it, and/or cook it for you. You also have the option to prepare meals yourselves and we can provide a cooler to store your perishables.
Property amenities
Parking and transport
Car not required
Kitchenette
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: not inside the property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Not inside the property
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Turrialba, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monumento Nacional Guayabo and Turrialba Volcano National Park, while Iglesia de San José Orosi and Museo de San José Orosi are cultural highlights. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. Visit our Turrialba travel guide
Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Catie and within 12 miles (20 km) of Monumento Nacional Guayabo and Monumento Nacional Arqueológico Guayabo. Turrialba Volcano National Park and Ruins of Ujarras are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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Bungalow in the jungle Reviews
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Wow, what an incredible slice of heaven. Feels like you’re a million miles away from civilization. Waking up to the sounds of the birds in the morning, dinner with Gregory (host) and sitting on the porch in the evening were highlights of the stay. It’s a commitment to get up and down the road and 4wd is essential. As such I’d recommend staying at least 2 nights w/o going down. Hosts offers horseback rides and guided hikes around the property. Might be worth checking out. Sure, the accommodations are rustic, but for us it added to the experience of it all!