Location: Manzanillo, Mal Pais Area, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (10 Minutes North of Santa Teresa, 40 Minutes from Tambor)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
At Casas Punta Pochote you will find the peace and tranquility that you are looking for in your trip to Costa Rica.
We are a 6 acre, 2 home oasis just 150 yards from the beautiful beach of Playa Manzanillo and a quick walk or drive to the breathtaking beach of Playa Hermosa. We can accommodate any group size between 1 and 8 persons, and for reasons of guest privacy, it is important to note that our normal policy is to rent to only one group or party at a time.
The first home, Casa Cocobolo, is surrounded by the rare Costa Rican Cocobolo hardwood tree as well as the infamous Pochote. The house is built in the loft style with second floor windows offering ocean, sunset, and mountain views. The bathroom and the bedroom are both located upstairs, and the bedroom’s sliding glass doors open to a private balcony and allow ocean view from the comfort of your bed.
The kitchen and entertaining areas are downstairs and have three patios, two of which are accessed by sliding glass doors for more ocean viewing and garden access.
Casa Cocobolo can accommodate 2 adults with children or possibly 3 adults.
Casa Pochote, is a two bedroom two bath home surrounded by Pochote trees and the rare Gavilan and Cocobolo. Both bedrooms are located upstairs with ocean views. The main bedroom has sliding glass doors that open to a teak wood balcony for monkey, whale and bird watching as well as ocean and sunset views.
The kitchen and entertaining areas are downstairs and open to a spacious patio accessed by sliding glass doors for ocean viewing and garden access.
Casa Pochote can accommodate up to 5 adults.
Built and designed by the owner in August of 2008 the homes have vaulted ceilings of Pochote beams with laurel wood paneling and the verandas, patios, stairs, door and window frames are all accented in teak.
Casas Punta Pochote have two fully equipped kitchens, come completely furnished, and are surrounded by lush gardens, white gravel walkways, wrought iron gates for added privacy and private parking, pressurized hot/cold water, SKY/cable TV, wireless satellite internet, daily cleaning service, gardener and laundry facilities and/or service if needed.
Take time to walk along the trails of our 6 acre property...look for coatis, anteaters, jaguarundis, white face and howler monkeys, various bird species, and iguanas...or find one of our sitting areas and just watch and listen to the ocean.
Our staff can help with any questions or needs, so sit back, relax, and enjoy your stay with us...
THE BEACHES....
Because of rock reefs surrounding the entrance to Playa Manzanillo, this beach has it all. Here you can surf, snorkel, swim, kayak, fish, beach comb, and at the end of the day enjoy one of the most spectacular sunsets the Nicoya Peninsula has to offer. The best part about Manzanillo beach is many days the only footprints you will find will be your own.
A few years ago Playa Hermosa was basically unknown, but recently discovered by surfers tired of the crowds and congestion of Santa Teresa, this beach is becoming increasingly more popular for tourists and surfers. Playa Hermosa lives up to its name and is truly beautiful offering great waves for surfers, swimming and beachcombing on a long and wide un-crowded beach.
To truly capitalize on all the peninsula has to offer, a car or 4 wheeler is a must, but still many of our guests prefer to walk the old beach road to Playa Hermosa enjoying the quiet and slow pace - stopping at the tide pools, private beaches, the waterfall, and always returning with stories of seeing more monkeys and iguanas than people.
THE SURF....
Yes, there is surf. A short drive south are the more popular surf spots of Playa Carmen (Mal Pais) and Santa Teresa, but just a few minutes away in Manzanillo and Playa Hermosa you can find waves for all levels of surfing (reef, point breaks, beach breaks, river mouths) – beginner to advanced – with crowd and attitude free, consistent surf.
For any surf questions feel free to contact the owner who has over 25 years surfing experience.
We can also set-up surf lessons with qualified instructors.
THE FISHING....
Manzanillo and north to the Bongo River is an area famous for fishing. You can go local and try your hand at hand-line fishing or bring your own gear and head out to the reefs at low tide. You may get lucky and hook sea bass, snook, red snapper, or a rooster. A quick run north will get you to The Bongo which is legendary for its fishing due to its river mouth - a great place to catch snook, just ask a local family who bought a car they call “robalo” meaning “snook” in Spanish. All the money they earned to buy the car came from selling their snook/robalo catches from the Bongo.
We can also book fishing tours for you – just ask.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nov 01, 2009-Oct 31, 2010:
Casa Cocobolo 1BR .. $ 75/night .. $ 450/week
Casa Pochote 2BR .. $100/night .. $ 600/week
Both Homes 3BR .. $150/night .. $ 900/week
Christmas, New Year's, Easter Week 2009-2010:
Casa Cocobolo 1BR ................ $ 650/week
Casa Pochote 2BR ................ $ 800/week
Both Homes 3BR ................ $1100/week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Manzanillo Sunset - Manzanillo, Costa Rica - Vacation House with Ocean View near Playa Manzanillo and Playa Hermosa
- Sitting area between Casa Pochote and Casa Cocobolo - Manzanillo, Costa Rica - Vacation House with Ocean View near Playa Manzanillo and Playa Hermosa
- Kitchen and Dining area - Manzanillo, Costa Rica - Vacation House with Ocean View near Playa Manzanillo and Playa Hermosa
- entrance, dining area and stairs to loft
- Casa Cocobolo bedroom
- from the balcony
- The Cocobolo House and The Pochote House
- Manzanillo Beach to Punta Pochote
- Very mellow, very fun surf - Playa Manzanillo
- get your lean on
- Great waves, great beach - Playa Hermosa - a few minutes away
- curious kinkajou
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #264455
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