Enchanted Tree House Experience with All the Comforts!
- Minimum stay:2 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Tree houses have something to say. They speak in an ancient language, and the message is universal: climb up and be in harmony with Nature.
Let go of earthbound encumbrances and be free. You may not be young enough any more to climb a tree, branch by perilous branch, but so what?
The important thing is being in the tree not how you get up in it. (Peter Nelson and Garry Hadden).
A unique experience, living in a giant coniferous tree, nestled in its branches, with nature all around you. Fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle and wake up in luxury. Topo's Tree House has 2 decks, with an extra 3rd little deck to enjoy your morning coffee or an evening cocktail while looking out into the jungle's tree tops and flora. You might even share this moment with a passing sloth!
The 1st floor has a beautiful tropical wood deck, with carved posts and one side which is completely a wall of the giant tree's roots, creating a mosaic of shapes, twists and turns. There is a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, bathroom and terrace over-looking the tropical pond with its orchids and lilies. Relax in the hammock while watching parrots, hummingbirds and toucans as they fly by.
On the 2nd deck, there is a another living room on the open air terraced with a spectacular view looking over the canopy of trees and plants. The 2 bedrooms are adjacent to the living room, each with its own window opening out into the tree's branches. The main bedroom has a 4 poster-bed with a full Queen orthopaedic mattress, lots of pillows and a mosquito net draping over it, lamps and a security safe box. The other bedroom has 2 twin beds with mosquito nets and lamps. A large bathroom with 2 sinks, a full shower with glass doors, elegant tiles and beautiful hardwood cabinets.
The 3rd deck has its private little terrace with iron wrought chairs and table , feel completely enveloped in the trees living branches with hanging orchids.
On the 1st floor, an outside shower is found in between the trees roots.
Comforts are found everywhere, from the hot running water, fully equipped kitchen, wireless Internet, flat screen Satellite TV, outdoor BBQ, to a big fridge.
The large tropical gardens have been landscaped for years but retain their natural attraction. They have been nourished to be the home for different species of birds, poison dart frogs (harmless to humans by the way!), inviting sloths monkeys and butterflies. The tropical gardens are a home to much of the local wildlife. Little ponds for fish and turtles, bromeliads for frogs and flowers for butterflies. Stroll through this magical garden, truly a little Garden of Eden.
At only 200 mt. down the little sand road lies the beach of Playa Negra. A well known beach for surfers. The coconut trees, the beach, the surfers, swimmers and the famous 'Reggae Bar' make it a great place to relax and enjoy life. Sit on the open air terrace of 'Reggae Bar' over-looking the beach, feel the breeze as it moves through the palm leaves, enjoy a Pina Colada and the local dish of Coconut Chicken with Rice & Beans or a fresh Redsnapper grilled on the BBQ. Friday nights are 'Live Music' dance and move to the vibes of Reggae, Calypso and Blues. For the younger generation hit the town! The streets are full of locals and tourists dancing and having fun to the music of Reggae Dancehall.
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 130 m²
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
- Concierge
- Daily Maid Service
- Private Chef
- Housekeeper
Suitability
- Children Welcome
- Groups
- Unsuitable For Elderly Or Infirm
- Wheelchair Inaccessible
- Pets Not Allowed
- Singles
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 2
- 2 twin/ single
Bathrooms
- 2.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower
- Bathroom 2
- toilet, shower
- Bathroom 3
- outdoor shower
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
Theme
- Adventure
- Sports & Activities
Attractions
- Botanical Garden
- Reefs
- Festivals
- Waterfalls
- Restaurants
- Rain Forests
Car
- Not Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Bird Watching
- Photography
- Scenic Drives
- Horseback Riding
- Eco Tourism
- Sight Seeing
- Beachcombing
- Walking
- Paddle Boating
local services and businesses
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
- Groceries
- ATM/Bank
- Fitness Center
- Massage Therapist
Location Type
- Near The Ocean
- Beach
- Downtown
sports and adventure activities
- Deepsea Fishing
- Swimming
- Rafting
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Whitewater Rafting
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Surfing
- Snorkeling
- Cycling
Arrival Day
- Flexible
catering options
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Dining
- Dining Area
General
- Toilet Paper
- Parking
- Local Activities Guide
- Towels Provided
- Wireless Internet
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Garage
- Parking Off Street
- Internet
- Basic Soaps
- Ceiling Fans
- Safe
- Linens Provided
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Optional
Kitchen
- 4 Ring Stove
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Grill
- Cooking Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Microwave
- Blender
Outside
- Balcony
- Outdoor Grill
- Porch Furniture
- Fully Fenced Property
- Terrace
- Deck Furniture
- Barbecue
- Lawn / Garden
- Wood Deck
- Outdoor Furniture
Reviews
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Unforgettable Experience!
Unforgettable Experience!
- Guest Susie
- Date of stay 04/15/13
- Review Submitted 05/16/13
I recently went to Costa Rica with two close friends and we had the most amazing time staying in the tree house. "Topo", the owner, is one of the most amazingly friendly and generous people. He welcomed us with warm hugs, stocked our fridge with amazing fruit and beer, and helped us get the most out of our experience in Cahuita. The tree house is one of the most amazing places I have ever stayed. It has all of the comforts of a modern home, yet you feel incredibly close to nature. We even saw a sloth while on the back porch! Both Topo and the Tree House are one-of-a-kind.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you, we truly enjoyed having you, it was a pleasure! We are so happy that you were able to appreciate all the surrounding beauty and the treehouse and have a wonderful vacation. The treehouse is very special for Topo and I know how much he takes it to heart for people to be able to enjoy the whole experience! Terry
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Tree House on the Carribbean
Tree House on the Carribbean
- Guest Renée
- Date of stay 05/03/13
- Review Submitted 05/08/13
The Tree House was all we were hoping for. It was fun, clean, genuine and highly original. It kicked off our vacation in Costa Rica with grand style for our two daughters and us. The reviews, comments, and pictures we read on the Tree House are all true to form. We had the best of both worlds - the beach and the jungle - all within the safe and private confine of the owner’s property who took pleasure at being our host. What we are most impressed with is the artistry of this home. The house is part trees and part man build. It is a two floor wooden structure, built in a manner that respects the local ecosystem. One side of the house (kitchen, dinning and living areas) is open meaning there are virtually no walls to separate you from nature aside from banisters, posts and beams. Exception is made with the bedrooms which are designed for comfort and privacy. A subtle lighting system artistically enhances the tree trunks and cavities that make up one of the house’s sides creating a gigantic 3D natural art work. Finally the house is well appointed with all you need to cook and refresh yourself. My personal favourite was the offering of fresh, perfectly ripe local fruits which were offered as a welcoming touch. Cahuita is a community full of character and unaffected by massive tourist development. The beaches are accessible in numerous places and the water is clear, warm and inviting. The national park is a wonder with amazing jungle trails and unspoiled white sand beaches that span for kilometres. We saw and heard plenty of wildlife, explored the local reef while snorkelling, guided by a bright young guide. The local fare is also good. I recommend the Tree House for those who want to spice up their vacation and get away from the usual commercial or standard accommodation. Costa Rica’s nature is what we were hoping to experience and our stay at the Tree House fulfilled this dream. Thank you Topo for being our host, and Terry for arranging our stay.Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, girls getaway.
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Best Treehouse!
Best Treehouse!
- Guest Kaitlin M.
- Date of stay 12/27/12
- Review Submitted 03/05/13
Topo's Treehouse is amazing! It's super spacious with modern kitchen appliances and modern bathrooms. Super comfortable too. Great location, we could walk into Cahuita, bike into Puerto Viejo and walk to the beach. Topo was more than hospitable and accommodating and just a great guy to talk to and hear his story. We were sad to leave and are itching to go back to the treehouse! We've told anyone going down to Costa Rica to check out Topo's Treehouse, it's nothing short of spectacular! The treehouse comes with its own zoological environment of frogs, howler monkeys, sloths, and more! This house should not be missed if going to Costa Rica!Owner response: Really enjoyed having you as guests at my treehouse , was a pleasure to show you the tropical gardens and the immense life in it! Hope to see you again! Topo
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Jungle of Eden!!
Jungle of Eden!!
- Guest Dean S.
- Date of stay 12/27/12
- Review Submitted 01/23/13
Topo's treehouse is be THE most unique and amazing place I have ever stayed at, and definitely plan to get back to! Perfectly located within walking distance from town and Cahuita National Park, yet off the beaten path, and right around the corner from the Reggae bar which provided great food, drinks, music, bike rentals, and friendly locals and travelers. The pictures above are amazing, but even still don't do it justice - Topo's treehouse definitely exceeded our expectations. All the amenities were great. Spacious living areas on the main floor and upstairs with comfy seating and hammocks to accomodate everyone. The open floor plan from the living areas looking over the jungle was spectacular. Kitchen was well equipped and everything in top notch. Bedrooms all very clean, comfy, and also sealed off from bugs and animals. Sinks, water, showers, toilets, etc. all modern and work well. We also rented the cabin behind the house which sleeps 2 (1 bed) and has a full bathroom. It worked great for us. The property itself around the treehouse is amazing and feels like you are truly in the middle of the jungle. Lots of neat wildlife and even had howler monkey above the treehouse (yes, in the tree we stayed in)!!! Property is fenced in with a locked gate so very private and also very safe. Lastly- Topo, the owner, could not have been more accomodating. He lives on the property but off to the back and behind thick jungle so you would never even know. He made us feel very welcome, and gave us some good local knowledge for what to see/do, where to go (and where not to go). He's also very knowledgable about the wildlife in the area so made it fun to learn from him. I could not speak any higher about this property and the owner. If you like the idea of an amazing treehouse in a jungle, with modern accomodations, and walking distance to a fun layed back Caribean town - You MUST experience this! Thanks again, Topo!! Hope to meet again!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 5/5
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Unbelievable experience!!
Unbelievable experience!!
- Guest Nancy Z.
- Date of stay 10/01/12
- Review Submitted 10/19/12
This place is amazing! I couldn't believe my eyes when we arrived. I was expecting a really cool place, but when I got there I was speachless. The pictures do not do it justice. As walk through the entrance, you get the feeling of being a child again and going to that special place to get away from it all! Every detail was beautiful, with tropical wood work and gorgeous decorating, I could have moved in and never left. It is brand new and spottlessly clean. The beds were amazing and all of the little details made this a fantastic experience. The manager Terry was very helpful in planning all of our tours and giving us the scoop on the area. THere is so much to do in Cahuita that I would recommend at least 4 days...longer if you can!! I would highly recommend this place to everyone. It was the best vacation I have ever had!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 6/7
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Low May 6 - May 31, 2013 2 night min stay |
$200 | $200 |
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| Low Jun 1 - Jun 30, 2013 2 night min stay |
$260 | $260 |
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| Green Jul 1 - Aug 31, 2013 2 night min stay |
$280 | $280 |
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| Low Sep 1 - Nov 30, 2013 2 night min stay |
$260 | $260 |
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| High Dec 1 - Dec 19, 2013 2 night min stay |
$300 | $300 |
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| Peak Dec 20 - Jan 6, 2014 2 night min stay |
$320 | $320 |
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| High Jan 7 - Apr 30, 2014 2 night min stay |
$300 | $300 |
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Owner info
About the owner: I was born in the rural country of Slovenia but grew up in Germany. Since as far as I can remember my love of nature was strong. Working hard in Germany, my hobby, then my passion and later to become my profession, was of frogs ,especially poison dart frogs. I made over 40 trips to different parts of the world to discover, find and photograph these little jewels. One of these trips brought me to Cahuita, in Costa Rica. At the time I was looking for the Dendrobatidae which was in this area, and still is to this day. It was love at first sight, I knew I had to come back and make this my home. Returning to Germany I worked very hard to make the money necessary to buy a property and to start a new life, the one I had always dreamed of.
Why the Owner Chose Cahuita:
I came back in 1987 and bought 2 hectareas of land in Cahuita by the beach Playa Negra. There, as I camped under the star lit skies at night, surrounded by thousands of fireflies, I would imagine and make plans of my dream tree-house built in the giant tree that was towering over my property. At first I built my home and as life does, plans changed, life moved on.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
Realizing this childhood dream took over 17 years. It is a return to innocence and escape from the everyday routine. A sensation of freedom, peace and tranquility that only a living tree can create.
I designed the gardens especially as a habitat for the beautiful poison dart frogs that have always been my passion and planted orchids (yes, my second passion) I also made it attractive for hummingbirds, parrots, toucans and butterflies. Because I did not cut down the trees, but built around them, respecting nature, this facilitated the sloths to cross my property and to eat from the leaves of trees they needed. Monkeys found shelter and so did the iguanas. From the dry season where thousands of lit up fireflies would fill the air, to the rainy season when the chorus of a multitude of different types of frogs would sound like an orchestra. The sounds of the jungle, so deep and so magical. I was bewitched and in love with this area on the Caribbean of Costa Rica, and still am to this day. Cahuita became my home, its people my friends and the nature my ally.
Contact us
- Primary: +506 27 55 00 35 8 am to 7pm
- Secondary: +506 88 58 11 40 8 am to 7 pm
- Fax: +506 27 55 00 35
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