Location: Drake Bay, Osa Peninsula, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (N8 46 23.28 W83 38 05.10) View Map
Accommodations: Private Home, 2 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
LA CUESTA ROJA S.A.
If you have ever dreamed of being surrounded by flowering plants, smells that say fresh, oxygen filled air, hundreds of varieties of exotic birds, greenery, bright blue skies, gorgeous views in every direction all with the subtle sound of waves reaching the shores, this is the place for you. An extraordinary hide out where you and a loved one can immerse yourselves in the beauty of this paradise totally uninterrupted.
There are few places in the entire world that are as stunningly beautiful, private and safe as La Cuesta Roja, S.A., our home, available to you. If this, one of a kind, property was in California, it would be a 20 million dollar property and most likely, not available to rent. Ideally located near the renowned Corcovado National Park, Drake Bay where Sir Francis Drake hid from pirates, and the Terraba Sierpe National mangrove preserve. Tours of these and other local destinations available by pick up right in front of the house. No matter what your pleasure is; fishing, swimming, whale watching, swimming with the dolphins, zip lining, horse back riding, kayaking and more, it is all available right from the private beach in front of the house. This is truly a place you will think is only viewable in the movies and available to millionaires. Warning, you will want to pinch yourself when you look around and see where you are.
La Cuesta Roja is our private home perched on a hill overlooking the big blue and magnificent Pacific Ocean where you can watch whales pass by. Turn your head slightly and you are looking at a vast palm lined beach which is part of the island across the river. Turn again and you are looking up the incredibly beautiful and wild Sierpe River and the biggest mangrove reserve in Central America.
Looking up the river you can see two distinct mountain ranges in the distance. A slight turn again and you see where the river meets the magnificent and wild Rain forest. You can literally see thousands and thousands of acres but miraculously, you cannot see another house. Sound like a movie setting? Wait until you see it.
Our home for rent is still our home where we spend nearly half the year. It needs to be said that this is a rental property for the healthy and adventurous and not a good place for those who are not in good physical condition or not seeking adventure. While it has most of the comforts; my wife always asks if you like camping as a prerequisite to enjoying this special place. Location, location, location our home is not fancy, new or in of its self fabulous but the location is.
When you arrive at our very private beach by boat (there is no other way to get here) there is a concrete walkway winding it's way up the slope to where the house is set. There are several places where you will want to stop on the assent just to absorb the beauty. With any luck you will be met by our happy and smiling caretaker who will, with the help of our boat driver, help carry your luggage, groceries, water, beer etc up to the house.
Provided we supply the transportation you will be orientated by one of us and shown the ropes. The beds will have clean fresh linens; the towels will be clean and ready. The refrigerator will be on and cold and you will be ready to settle in. It may take a few minutes to come to realize you are actually seeing the views you will be seeing.
The boat captain will depart and you will be on your own. For your safety and convenience, our caretaker will remain there the entire time of your stay in his home below.
The home has two bedrooms each with private bathroom, flushing toilets, sinks and hot showers. The master bedroom has a king size bed the guest room has two wide twins that can be pushed together to make a king. Please specify how you would like the beds made up and if you require additional cots.
There is a refrigerator which will be cold when you arrive, a gas stove with oven and complete kitchen set up with dishes and utensils. There is a large center island counter type table with bar stools all around. There is a living room with comfortable chairs and couch with coffee table and end tables.
You are "off the grid". The electricity is solar and is not guaranteed. It runs everything we throw at it but requires new levels of conservative restraint in order for you to not stretch the batteries beyond their capacity. There is both 12 volt and 110 volt service so you can recharge camera, IPod and cell phone batteries and have light in the evening.
There is cell phone service if you have a cell phone that works in Costa Rica. We will provide a cell phone for emergencies, supplies and tour arrangements only.
We will have a VHF radio for your use to call for further supplies, tours, emergencies, boat rides etc. This is your second (after the cell phone)life line to the outside world.
There is a washing machine for you to wash those few items you may need to do as well as a Costa Rican clothes dryer (clothes line out back). Each of these items and areas are covered in detail in the renter’s manual readily available on premises.
Please check with me about availability. Some of the reservations are family and friends who can be very flexible. We will work hard to accommodate your desired dates.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Oceanfront
- Mountain View
- Other Amenities
- Cell Phone Provided for Emergencies Only, VHF Radio
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 01-Nov 30
$200/nt (3 nt min) .. $ 800/wk .. $115/nt extra nt .. $2400/mo .. $ 80/nt extra nt
Dec 01-Apr 30
$300/nt (3 nt min) .. $1600/wk .. $230/nt extra nt .. $4800/mo .. $160/nt extra nt
Longer stays available, negotiate with owner.
$500 damage deposit required.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Drake Bay
After 30 plus years of visiting Costa Rica while I was in the coffee business, I stumbled onto the Sierpe River. It is like no other place and the people here are the kindest, most friendly people anywhere. The virtually untouched beauty of the river combined with the rain forest, mangrove and ocean add up to the closest thing to paradise I have ever seen. I had to be part of it.
The Unique Benefits at this Private Home
We can be on the beach in 2 minutes from the front door. At low tide you can walk down beach after beach, all uninhabited and beautiful. Want fresh fish for dinner? catch them off the rocks in front. Hike the trails out back through the rain forest or canoe across the river and pick a basket of fresh limes for your Corona. Swim in the gentle surf below the house in water that is room temperature and protected from the big waves of the open Pacific. Or just relax and read in the midst of splendor.
Owner's Map of Drake Bay
My wife and I enjoy the best of both worlds, living in Northern Wisconsin in the Summer and spending our winters in this magnificent place in Costa Rica in the winters. In my sixties, I like the peace and quiet of the remote location in which this home is set. We enjoy the beach, the sunsets and rises and having friends come to visit. We relish our health and are thankful we feel completely comfortable and safe in this home.
We operate a small real estate business in the town of Sierpe near this property and have owned property in this community for over 20 years.
Property Photos
- View of the house from the beach - Drake Bay - Beach Front Vacation Home
- Morning view from the house - Drake Bay - Beach Front Vacation Home
- Just one of a number of very private beaches - Drake Bay - Beach Front Vacation Home
- View up the river 2 distinct mountain ranges in view
- One of a number of very private beaches accessible from the house
- View of the house from the private beach below
- Sunset reflected on the beach below the house - great sunsets
- Kitchen
- Living room with a view
- Master Bedroom
- Front porch
- Second Bedroom
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #231576
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