Looking for the Unique Puerto Viejo Experience?
About the property
- House1765 sqft
- Bedrooms2
- Sleeps6
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay3 nights
Unique 2-Story Octagonal House, 2 BR, 1 BA (Sleeps 6)
Looking for THE unique Puerto Viejo experience? Welcome to Mono En La Cara. With a Feng Shui inspired “Baqua” design, this octagonal, open concept 2-story home is reason enough to spend your next vacation on the beautiful South Caribe coast! Perfectly situated in a quiet area just outside of town on Playa Negra (Black Sand Beach) the large spacious, beautifully tiled octagonal first floor encompasses the living room, the dining area and the kitchen/Tiki Bar. From everywhere inside there are beautiful views of the property from the large, screened windows that surround you on all sides, providing direct contact with the tropical vegetation.
Extending behind the artistic spiral staircase leading to the 2nd floor is a very large, fully tiled, open bathroom complete with a large tiled shower and features a bidet, a rather unique amenity in these parts.
At the top of the stairs, you enter 5/8ths of the second floor octagon which contains the main sleeping area. Complete with two double size beds, this large bedroom features cathedral ceilings in an open-air environment with plenty of windows and fresh Caribbean breezes. Adjoining this space is a separate, private bedroom, also equipped with a double bed.
The other 3/8 of the upper floor (remember this is an octagon) is a huge outdoor deck made with beautiful local hardwoods with glorious views to the Caribbean. This deck also continues as a walkway around the sides of the house. This deck is the perfect morning spot for bird watching and breakfast. Then, after a day of exploring the beaches and the wonders of the Talamanca area, it’s also the perfect place to relax watching the sunset with an early evening drink (or that fantastic fresh fish in spicy coconut sauce that you bought from a vendor at the beach) and then planning the rest of your evening. Ah, Pura Vida!
Mono En La Cara is the perfect getaway for families, couples or small group of friends looking for a truly exotic vacation adventure.
Owner
Miriam & Mike
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one day
- Speaks:
- english, french, spanish
- Calendar last updated:
- Apr 07, 2018
Why Miriam & Mike chose Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
We had been visiting Costa Rica for quite a few years (first for the birds and wildlife) before finally making our first trek to the Caribbean coast. We fell in love with everything about it. The Pacific side is equally beautiful, (as is all of Costa Rica by the way) but the Caribe is a different world. You instantly feel a more personal and direct connection with everything around you. The people, the sea, the wildlife, the food, the stars at night, the rainforest by day And yet we are close enough to walk down the beach into town for the "normal" pleasures of restaurants, groceries, banking, fun, shopping, and of course, more beaches !
What makes this House unique
The second floor deck which surrounds the house really hits you in the face as you leave the Bedroom area. You instantly see a wide panorama of what this whole area is about. You're seeing the ocean and the birds in the palm trees and garden vegetation around the property. And as you continue around the deck to the back of the house the forest foliage becomes denser as you are looking up into the hills that are the start of the Talamanca range
Amenities
- Internet
- Kids Welcome
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 12 double
- Bedroom 21 double
- Two double beds in the large main bedroom and 1 double bed in the second, private bedroom - both are situated on the 2nd floor. There are two double size air mattresses, also
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower, bidet
- Completely tiled bathroom with very large beautiful open shower area, Sink with mirror, Full length wall mirror, Toilet and Bidet (a rare find in Costa Rica.)
Location Type
- BeachWe are on Playa Negra which is a beautiful crescent Black Sand Beach starting just outside of town and it is your first glimpse of the Caribe as you reach the coast again after Cahuita.
- Beach ViewYou can watch the waves break on the beach from your hammock or chair on the huge surrounding 2nd floor deck
- DowntownPuerto Viejo simply has an incredible diversity of peoples, cultures, foods, bars, restaurants, lifestyles, beaches, natural wonders & wildlife..all within walking distant ! from Town-Beach-Rainforest
- Ocean View
- RuralOur location will feel rural to many visitors even though we are quite close to the village of P.V. We are on a quiet unpaved road and it's only a peaceful 10-15 min walk on the beach into town
- VillageWe can't say enough about how amazing Puerto Viejo is! If you want to get off the well beaten tourist path and meet local folks (and visitors) who really appreciate what this area is, please come
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Local Activities Guide
- Activities Guide
- Broadband Access
- Ceiling Fans
- GarageWe have a private car port.
- Hair Dryer
- Internet
- Laundry Soap
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Basic Soaps
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Safe
- Telephone
- Toilet Paper
- Towels ProvidedWe even have beach towels!
- Washing Machine
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Freezer
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Stove
Dining
- DiningThere are multiple areas to enjoy meals cooked at the house. On the 1st floor at the Tiki Bar or the 2 Tables . Outside on the back patio - a good coffee spot Our fav is up on the 2nd floor Deck !
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 6 people
Entertainment
- Books
- Books for Adults
Outside
- BalconyPick a spot on the deck and you can watch the slooooow - motion of a Sloth or watch and listen to the waves break on the beach just down the gravel road.
- Beach Towels
- Deck / PatioThis is one of the highlights of this beautiful home! From the Deck that surrounds half the house you can sit or lay in a hammock and watch the daily parade of exotic birds.
- Lawn / Garden
- Patio
- Terrace
- Wood Deck
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Attractions
- arboretum
- botanical garden
- coin laundry
- festivals
- forests
- rain forests
- reefs
- restaurants
- volcano
- waterfalls
Leisure Activities
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- photography
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- cycling
- fishing
- hiking
- rafting
- sailing
- deepsea fishing
- snorkeling
- surf fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- whitewater rafting
Notes
- Botanical Gardens a short walk from the house. Exploring the Rainforest Canopy with expert local guides. Some of the best birding in the world. Over 400 species are known in the Talamanca area. We've seen everything from Toucans to Squirrel Cuckoos. Visits and interaction with local Indigenous communities. Options to volunteer and/or visit sea turtle nesting sites. Leatherback Turtle nesting season is Apr- May
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
14 Reviews
Latest reviews
Mono en la cara
My really hot wife and I. Thanks for taking me to Puerto Viejo!!
Wonderful jungalow!
Great place to get away with the girls!
Awesome Location
Traveler Beware! House not as described, not safe for kids, daily problems on our trip
Location
Mono en la Cara is situated just steps from the Blue Caribbean waters on a quiet, small gravel road just outside of the town of Puerto Viejo. Rain forest vegetation and ecosystems extend down from the Talamanca Mountain range right into the village and to the sands of all the surrounding Caribbean coast beaches. Hundreds of Bird and Wildlife species, including Toucans, Parrots, Trogons, Monkeys, Sloths, Tapirs, Red-Eyed Tree Frogs, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds are readily seen in the area - and right off the deck of our property! The diversity of the beaches is amazing - from popular and world famous surfing beaches of Salsa Brava to absolutely empty secluded coves and coral reefs - this is a beach lovers paradise. Music lovers can enjoy live authentic Calypso and Reggae, fantastic Jazz and Salsa, much of it at the incredible restaurants which feature an international variety of cuisines. But first, do a full discovery of the classic Caribbean coconut infused cooking served at the many 'sodas' and local eateries. Other Activities: Shopping, boating, rock climbing, wildlife viewing, kayaking, and of course, swimming.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Price Includes All Fees, Taxes and Utilities. Long Term Rentals Encouraged with Rate Reductions. Prices subject to change - please contact owner for more information!