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A Romantic Vacation in a Tree House 3 Min. to Beach in Mal Pais!

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Playa Selva Tree House... Nestled in a Banyan

Playa Selva Tree House... Nestled in a Banyan Playa Selva One Bedroom Tree House... The new one bedroom addition! Balcony and sitting area The main room with kitchenette Howler Monkey Eating Leaves Next to The Tree House Playa Selva private artisan pool for guest use View up to newly added bedroom (without bed in it) The bedroom with double bed Sunset at Mar Azul beach nearby in Mal Pais Beach at the end of the road in Mal Pais Path Entryway to the Tree House The 'Murphy' style single bed for additional person Tree House tucked back just behind The kitchenette Howler monkey in our Papaya tree near tree house Tree house from side, with stairs leading up Full bath with shower and hot water The back of the tree house Playa Selva's Beautiful Custom Private Swimming Pool View of main room and kitchenette

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  • Minimum stay:2 nights
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  • Pets allowed:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Ever Stayed in a Real Tree House? Now's Your Chance!

This is a wonderful opportunity for a unique vacation in a real tree house nestled in a Banyan Tree where you can see and hear Howler Monkeys, a large variety of tropical birds, and other Costa Rican wildlife. Feel as though you're a part of the jungle living up in a tree in this tropical paradise!

The Playa Selva Tree House is a custom and creatively built cabin up in a Banyon tree in Mal Pais, Costa Rica. We have the only real tree house for rent in the area, with character you can not receive in any other vacation rental.

The house is a one bedroom equipped with a kitchenette, full bath with shower and hot water, indoor & outdoor shower, ceiling fan, balcony with sitting area, and it sleeps up to three people (one double bed and one single 'Murphy Style' bed).

It's situated on about 1.5 acres of private property (Playa Selva) and is a few minutes easy walk from a lovely semi-private beach cove and good surf at Mar Azul.

Playa Selva Tree House Lodging also rents surf boards and offers games such as horse shoes, croquet, and bocci ball.

For some real fun, come SAILING with Mal Pais Sailing Tours! Daily tours are offered, seasonally. (sailingchartersmalpais dot com)

See the Amenities and Activities sections for more information on our tree house, the area and what we have to offer.
We'll be happy to schedule for you any activities or appointments you'd like for off-site activities or services.

Please visit our own page on the web at: tree-house-costa-rica (dot com) for more photos, and info.

YOU'LL NEVER FORGET YOUR TREE HOUSE VACATION IN MAL PAIS!



Keywords: Tree House, cabin, cabina, bungalow, casita, house, cozy, romantic

Property Type

      • Cabin

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Suitability

          • Minimum Age Limit For Renters:

            As the tree house being situated up in the air in a tree, there are some precautions that go with it (ie: the door to get up into the house is in the floor up some fairly steep stairs)....therefore, it is strongly suggested that you consider it may not be the safest environment for a baby or small child or persons with limited mobility/agility. We cannot be responsible, so please ask questions so you can make the best decision for you and yours. Thank you....morecollapse

          • Smoking Allowed:

            Smoking is allowed on the balcony of the tree house, with extreme caution....morecollapse

          • Pets Not Allowed
          • Children Welcome

          Bedrooms

          • 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 3, Beds for 3
          • Bedroom 1
          • Other (See Description)
          • Details:

            Double Beds (1) Comfortable, standard double bed with mosquito net., Murphy Beds (1) Sleeping space for a third person is a single 'Murphy' style bed with foam mattress. (A bit smaller than std. 'twin')...morecollapse

          Bathrooms

          • 1.0 Bathrooms
          • Bathroom 1

          Kitchen & Dining

          • Kitchen:

            There is a KITCHENETTE (not a full kitchen) with a smalll refrigerator, sink, coffee maker, stovetop hotplate, dishes & some cooking utensils....morecollapse

          • Cooking Utensils:

            Limited cooking utensils in this 'kitchenette' with two burner electric hot-plate....morecollapse

          • Catering Available:

            There are a couple chefs in the area that will cook and deliver food for you!...morecollapse

          • Refrigerator:

            Half-size refrigerator....morecollapse

          Amenities

          • Parking Off Street:

            Parking is available on the property, off the street....morecollapse

          • Washing Machine:

            Washer/Dryer available at additional charge....morecollapse

          Other Amenities

              • Details:

                Balcony with Sitting Area, One Double Bed and One Single Bed, Kitchenette (Refrigerator, Sink, Cooktop, Dishes, Utensils, Coffee Maker with Complimentary Costa Rican Coffee), Linens and Bath Towels Provided, Ceiling Fan, Charcoal Grill (BBQ) Available, Full Bath with Hot Water Shower, Plus an Outdoor Shower, Swimming Pool, Surfboard Rentals, Sailing Tours with Our Very Own Boat! (www.sailingchartersmalpais.com)...morecollapse

              Entertainment

                  • Ping Pong Table

                  Communications

                  • Telephone:

                    Guests may use phone at main house on property for local calls to make travel arrangements, etc....morecollapse

                  Pool & Spa

                      • Private Pool:

                        There is a beautiful custom designed swimming pool available for guest use on the property....morecollapse

                      Outdoor Features

                      • Balcony:

                        There is a small balcony sitting area with a table and chairs....morecollapse

                      • Outdoor Grill

                      Location & View

                          • Beach View:

                            The property is a short 3 minute walk from the beach on our own trail, BUT you CANNOT SEE THE BEACH from the property....morecollapse

                          Activities

                          • Health/Beauty Spa
                          • Snorkeling/Diving
                          • Mountain Biking
                          • Wind-Surfing
                          • Golf
                          • Hiking
                          • Deepsea Fishing
                          • Fishing
                          • Cycling
                          • Sailing
                          • Tennis
                          • Swimming
                          • Massage Therapist
                          • Groceries
                          • ATM/Bank
                          • Boating
                          • Horseback Riding
                          • Scenic Drives
                          • Wildlife Viewing
                          • Shopping
                          • Shelling
                          • Horseshoes
                          • Sight Seeing
                          • Restaurants
                          • Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
                          • Surfing

                          Other Activities

                              • Details:

                                Sailing Tours, Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve, Jungle Canopy Tours, Hiking, Bicycling, Surfing, Fishing, Swimming, Shelling, Big Tide Pools to Bask in, Snorkeling and Diving, Boating, Horseback Riding on the Beach or in the Mountains, Monkey/Bird/Wildlife Viewing, Horseshoes, Croquet, Bocci Ball, Sightseeing, Golf, Tennis, Restaurants/Bars in Walking Distance, Shopping, Massage, Accupuncture, Yoga, Pilates & Reiki!...morecollapse

                               

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                              • Great Tree House!

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                                Great Tree House!

                                • Guest Jean Z.
                                • Date of stay 03/04/12
                                • Review Submitted 11/18/12
                                The treehouse is amazing. On our arrival Tiffany had decorated the tree house and the bed with beautiful flowers which made us feel so welcome! It is very comfortable and has everything you need to have a relaxing vacation. The howler monkeys come through the trees very near the deck and the birds are beautiful, a real Costa Rica experience. The pool is constructed with natural stone and feels like a jungle pool. There is a path to the beach right across the road for a 5 minute walk to a paradise where were often the only ones on the beach. Tiffany and Kurt assure that you have a great stay and if you have a chance, go sailing with them--it is so much fun! The nearest ATM is a 45 minute walk on a dusty dirt road but you will also find a well stocked grocery store and a wondrous bakery that becomes addicting. You call always call a taxi which only runs about $3 each way. There is a very good restaurant and a mini market about a 10 minute walk away too. While we were there we experienced a lot of noise from construction of a new house on the property. Kurt arranged for us to use the pool at a very nearby resort to be away from the noise. The house is almost finished so it shouldn't be an issue for future stays. Despite the construction noise it was a very special and wonderful experience, one we will always remember! Recommended for: Adventure Seekers

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                              • A Romantic Treehouse in Costa Rica!

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                                A Romantic Treehouse in Costa Rica!

                                • Guest A Quinn
                                • Date of stay 11/10/10
                                • Review Submitted 11/18/12
                                Submitted: Jan 30, 2011 This place was was Awesome and was by far the highlight of my trip!! I went to Costa Rica with my girlfriend in November and visited La Fortuna (staying in the renown Tabacon resort and Hot Springs) as well as Monteverde but this beautiful tree house in the small but growing surf town of Mal Pais was the nicest, most romantic, and coolest place we stayed. It may be the coolest place I have ever stayed in on any trip! It is a real tree house but with amenities that weren't always available at some of the other places we stayed such as hot water, kitchen, bathroom with a spacious shower with a great view of the canopy around you and electricity. The owners, Kurt and Tiffany live nearby and kept the place stocked with a large jug of bottled water, coffee and cleaning supplies. They were super friendly and generous letting us use their phone when we wanted to book a horseback riding trip and gave was loads of valuable info about the area. The place was actually one of the least expensive rooms we stayed in on our trip and surprisingly for a tree house, was cleaner and with fewer bugs than some of the more expensive places. It's located a short walk from the main drag of Mal Pais but if you want a delicious meal, try walking the opposite way up the road to a place called Mary's. It was soooooo good! You climb up the tree house through the bottom using fairly easy steps. When you enter it the first thing you realize is how big and spacious it is. The large bed is in the center of the room with a mosquito net around it (which we used the first night but quickly realized to our astonishment that it was not necessary). The kitchen is part of the main room and has everything you would need including a small fridge but with all the great dining options around you may only be using this for beer. The bathroom was big clean and the water was hot with REAL hot water and not one of those crazy and dangerous shower heads that heats the water above your head with electricity (we paid more for a room elsewhere and got one of these scary showers that don't even work well). The whole house has a panoramic view of the area with screens covering the windows. With so many windows you'd think you'd feel exposed or something but with the all the leaves of the trees around and being above the ground, you light

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                              • Incredible!

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                                Incredible!

                                • Guest Whitney & Mark
                                • Date of stay 11/05/11
                                • Review Submitted 11/18/12
                                Tiffany and Kurt are wonderful! And the treehouse is more than you can imagine. Clean, roomy, natural - truly a unique experience. There are wonderful little touches everywhere from incense, coffee, to water all around the treehouse. My husband and I had plenty of room and enjoyed the walk to the beach and town. The monkeys were spectacular, loved having coffee on the deck in the mornings! We would recommend having transportation (bike, four wheeler, car) because this is a nice, quiet distance away from town. We felt very safe the entire stay and sincerely enjoyed our nights here. We'd recommend it, no question!

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                              • The name Playa Selva "Beach Jungle" hits the spot.

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                                The name Playa Selva "Beach Jungle" hits the spot.

                                • Guest Travis B.
                                • Date of stay 03/25/12
                                • Review Submitted 11/18/12
                                Submitted: 4/2/12 Rated: 5/5 What a great adventure. This was exactly what we expected and hoped for. Kurt and Tiffany are great hostess. We had a family of about 30 Howler Monkies in our tree and around every morning. I recommend this place for someone looking for adventure and enjoys getting out and and exploring during the day. Having some sort of vehicle is ideal because it is a little way to the "X" where most of the town and amenities are. Quads where $75 a day and a Little 4X4 Susuki Sidekick was $85 in Mal Pais. By Travisab from 33388 on 4/2/2012 for a stay in 3/2012 What I liked best about this accommodation: The adventure Additional details about me: My age: 25-34 I Recommend This For: "Absolutely, I would recommend this accommodation to my best friend!"

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                              • Awesome adventure!

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                                Awesome adventure!

                                • Guest Alli N.
                                • Date of stay 10/11/12
                                • Review Submitted 11/18/12
                                Submitted: Oct 22, 2012 We loved the tree house! It has hot water AND WIFI, two things you wont find in most homes in Costa Rica. The owner did a good job of constructing it and maintaining the true "tree house" feel. The back porch is great, we sat out there for hours at a time. The owner was very friendly and allowed us to use the pool whenever we wanted. The only negative thing I can say is if you are a light sleeper bring ear plugs, the monkeys make alot of noise at night (but that should be expected I guess!) We will return next time we visit the Mal Pais area :)

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                              • The name Playa Selva "Beach Jungle" hits the spot.

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                                The name Playa Selva "Beach Jungle" hits the spot.

                                • Guest Travis B.
                                • Date of stay 03/25/12
                                • Review Submitted 11/18/12
                                What a great adventure. This was exactly what we expected and hoped for. Kurt and Tiffany are great hostess. We had a family of about 30 Howler Monkies in our tree and around every morning. I recommend this place for someone looking for adventure and enjoys getting out and and exploring during the day. Having some sort of vehicle is ideal because it is a little way to the "X" where most of the town and amenities are. Quads where $75 a day and a Little 4X4 Susuki Sidekick was $85 in Mal Pais. By Travisab from 33388 on 4/2/2012 for a stay in 3/2012 What I liked best about this accommodation: The adventure Additional details about me: My age: 25-34 I Recommend This For: "Absolutely, I would recommend this accommodation to my best friend!"

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                              • Awesome adventure!

                                Awesome adventure!

                                • Guest Lisa R.
                                • Date of stay 10/11/12
                                • Review Submitted 10/22/12
                                We loved the tree house! It has hot water AND WIFI, two things you wont find in most homes in Costa Rica. The owner did a good job of constructing it and maintaining the true "tree house" feel. The back porch is great, we sat out there for hours at a time. The owner was very friendly and allowed us to use the pool whenever we wanted. The only negative thing I can say is if you are a light sleeper bring ear plugs, the monkeys make alot of noise at night (but that should be expected I guess!) We will return next time we visit the Mal Pais area :)

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                              • Great Tree House

                                Great Tree House

                                • Guest Adventure Seeker
                                • Date of stay 03/04/12
                                • Review Submitted 04/06/12
                                The treehouse is amazing. On our arrival Tiffany had decorated the tree house and the bed with beautiful flowers which made us feel so welcome! It is very comfortable and has everything you need to have a relaxing vacation. The howler monkeys come through the trees very near the deck and the birds are beautiful, a real Costa Rica experience. The pool is constructed with natural stone and feels like a jungle pool. There is a path to the beach right across the road for a 5 minute walk to a paradise where were often the only ones on the beach. Tiffany and Kurt and Lynn assure that you have a great stay and if you have a chance, go sailing with them--it is so much fun! The nearest ATM is a 45 minute walk on a dusty dirt road but you will also find a well stocked grocery store and a wondrous bakery that becomes addicting. You call always call a taxi which only runs about $3 each way. There is a very good restaurant and a mini market about a 10 minute walk away too. While we were there we experienced a lot of noise from construction of a new house on the property. Kurt arranged for us to use the pool at a very nearby resort to be away from the noise. The house is almost finished so it shouldn't be an issue for future stays. Despite the construction noise it was a very special and wonderful experience, one we will always remember!

                                Recommended for: Adventure seekers.

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                              • Incredible!

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                                Incredible!

                                • Guest Whitney & Mark
                                • Date of stay 11/05/11
                                • Review Submitted 02/05/12
                                Tiffany and Kurt are wonderful! And the treehouse is more than you can imagine. Clean, roomy, natural - truly a unique experience. There are wonderful little touches everywhere from incense, coffee, to water all around the treehouse. My husband and I had plenty of room and enjoyed the walk to the beach and town. The monkeys were spectacular, loved having coffee on the deck in the mornings! We would recommend having transportation (bike, four wheeler, car) because this is a nice, quiet distance away from town. We felt very safe the entire stay and sincerely enjoyed our nights here. We'd recommend it, no question!

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                              • Quirky, Eclectic & Awesome!

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                                Quirky, Eclectic & Awesome!

                                • Guest Joel (Brooklyn)
                                • Date of stay 01/21/11
                                • Review Submitted 02/05/12
                                My Fiancee surprised me with a 3 hour tour on Kurt & Tiffany's sailboat, and over the course of the trip, they mentioned how they built a one-of-a-kind tree-house on their property and rent it to vacationers. We absolutely love unique experiences (I mean, how often can you say you've spent the night in a treehouse??) and the treehouse sounded too good to be true. While they wanted us to check the treehouse out beforehand to make sure it was up our alley, we could tell the place would be perfect for us...especially after listening to Kurt passionately describe how he designed and fabricated the fully electric/plumbed, hand-made living space. We arrived a few days later and were absolutely blown away. We've never seen anything like it: think Swiss Family Robinson meets Manhattan's West Village meets a Rube Goldberg machine. Lush, tropical plants surrounding a cozy, studio-sized apartment nestled within a massive tree 15 feet above the ground. The craftsmanship of the house is stunning, and the setting is spectacular. The furnishings and fixtures within are handmade with such beauty and precision, I began to feel bad about myself. At night, we'd dim the lamps and light candles they'd left for us and sit on the porch over a glass of rum. Sleeping was really comfortable...the ocean breeze would drift through the screened in house keeping the place at a nice temperature. And most mornings involved monkeys and red squirrels scooting around the trees, with birds of all sorts perched on the porch railing. I guess if you're looking for the typical hotel experience with a bar, A/C, tv and concierge, this ain't for you. We came to Mal Pais from NYC to get away from the bustle and the treehouse was absolutely perfect for us. If you're at all intrigued by creative living spaces with depth and character, you'll love it. Kurt and Tiffany are extra friendly and welcoming, and made us feel at home...in a tree.

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                              2 night min stay
                              $95

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                              Rate is $95/night for 2 people.

                              16.39% tax will be added.

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                              Location

                              • Nearest Airport: Tambor at 14 Miles
                              • Nearest Ferry: Paquera at 55 Kilometres
                              • Nearest Beach: Mar Azul at Malpais
                              • Nearest Golf: Tambor at 14 Miles
                              • Nearest Restaurant: down the street at Malpais
                               

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                              The Unique Benefits at this Cabin:
                              Playa Selva Tree House Lodging is a friendly, small, family run business in a very casual environment with two other cabinas/dwellings on the property. This is not a fancy, five star hotel, but a little something different for the adventurous nature lovers.....a small, charming, unique tree house up in a Banyon Tree. Many fall in love with it, but tree houses are not for everyone... so, if you're not sure, please ask questions so that we might help you determine if it is right for you. Thank you.

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                              Photos

                              • Playa Selva Tree House... Nestled in a Banyan

                                Playa Selva Tree House... Nestled in a Banyan

                              • The new one bedroom addition!

                                The new one bedroom addition!

                              • The main room with kitchenette

                                The main room with kitchenette

                              • Playa Selva private artisan pool for guest use

                                Playa Selva private artisan pool for guest use

                              • The bedroom with double bed

                                The bedroom with double bed

                              • Path Entryway to the Tree House

                                Path Entryway to the Tree House

                              • Tree House tucked back just behind

                                Tree House tucked back just behind

                              • The kitchenette

                                The kitchenette

                              • Tree house from side, with stairs leading up

                                Tree house from side, with stairs leading up

                              • The back of the tree house

                                The back of the tree house

                              • Playa Selva One Bedroom Tree House...

                                Playa Selva One Bedroom Tree House...

                              • Balcony and sitting area

                                Balcony and sitting area

                              • Howler Monkey Eating Leaves Next to The Tree House

                                Howler Monkey Eating Leaves Next to The Tree House

                              • View up to newly added bedroom (without bed in it)

                                View up to newly added bedroom (without bed in it)

                              • Sunset at Mar Azul beach nearby in Mal Pais

                                Sunset at Mar Azul beach nearby in Mal Pais

                              • Beach at the end of the road in Mal Pais

                                Beach at the end of the road in Mal Pais

                              • The 'Murphy' style single bed for additional person

                                The 'Murphy' style single bed for additional person

                              • Howler monkey in our Papaya tree near tree house

                                Howler monkey in our Papaya tree near tree house

                              • Full bath with shower and hot water

                                Full bath with shower and hot water

                              • Playa Selva's Beautiful Custom Private Swimming Pool

                                Playa Selva's Beautiful Custom Private Swimming Pool

                              • View of main room and kitchenette

                                View of main room and kitchenette

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