It was just as pictures show-gorgeous, lush plantings, sloths, monkeys, beautiful birds! My family was so comfortable in accommodations and loved being so close to beach as well as pool! We had Ian do yummy dinner for us as well as breakfast goodies. Janet & Nick( the hosts)are super helpful. We found plenty of markets for food, and lots of great restaurants. The family loved the zip line, waterfall hike, surfing, & kayaking. We all agreed it was great family vacation!
Ruth L.
2025 年 7 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
kristen g.
2025 年 8 月 10 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing property for family gathering!
What a special spot! The property grounds are beautiful and work so well for larger groups! We had a group of 10 and it was so nice for all of us to have our own space in the cabins/casitas while also having the large common areas for cooking, eating, and hanging at the pool! Beach access is a short walk down a shared path and it’s gorgeous! Grocery stores nearby so it makes it super easy to shop and prepare food at the home! During our stay we also saw a ton of wildlife, including howler monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and more! This is a gorgeous part of Costa Rica, relatively untouched by commercial giants, so you can really enjoy a quieter, more authentic experience!
kristen g.
2025 年 8 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jacob G.
2025 年 2 月 25 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Absolutely wonderful
Our stay was incredible and Janet was a fantastic host!!!! Will definitely return!!!
Jacob G.
2025 年 2 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Patty M.
2025 年 1 月 3 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Pure Vida
Amazing place, arranged a chief and a driver to pick us up from SJO. Had amazing surroundings and friendly and helpful hosts. Definitely going back ASAP
Patty M.
2024 年 12 月に 8 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Robyn S.
2025 年 2 月 8 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Milestone Birthday Trip
Ideal location and setup for beach and animal lovers traveling with group. Privacy & togetherness to the tee! Proximity to the Caribbean couldn’t be closer so with that comes the humidity and sounds of waves and jungle wildlife. It’s the real deal!The property owners are extra accommodating and have all the answers. Wonderful people and a special place on this earth.
Spacious, well-kept, owners available on site, best ocean for all levels of ability and fun just a few steps away. Many activities and food within walking distance. The open air kitchen/living area next to the pool is comfortable whether it rains or shines. We hope to return.
Nancy D.
2023 年 12 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Sara and Matthew G.
2024 年 1 月 23 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Peaceful Oasis
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Chiquita Escondida! The set up of the separate casitas was nice. It was magical to feel like we were living in the jungle, and so close to the beach! The pool is shaded in the afternoon which was great. We saw monkeys and sloths on the property! It was a really relaxing time for our family.
Sara and Matthew G.
2024 年 1 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jennifer D.
2020 年 8 月 9 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Great Beachfront in Playa Chiquita 😊😊
Loved staying here with my family including two kids age 10 and 8. The location could not be better, having a swimming pool is great after the beach, and the space the rancho provides is very nice. The Elsea house has a great master room overlooking forest while the beach peaks through. Sloths and monkeys go by every day. I would stay here again
Jennifer D.
2020 年 8 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Amy B.
2023 年 4 月 19 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
More than expected!
I was very excited about this trip and our stay at Chiquita Escondida made it so much better than expected. Janet and Nick were very attentive and helped with all of our needs, the property was not only beautiful but very well maintained. When we come back we would definitely like to stay at this location again.
Amy B.
2023 年 4 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
rena w.
2022 年 6 月 18 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Love the house
We loved the location of the house. Easy access to the beach. Owners were very responsive and were there for anything we needed. We loved the house/houses. The pool was very clean and relaxing. Kitchen had everything we needed. We will definitely go back!
rena w.
2022 年 6 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
C E.
2022 年 1 月 17 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Great place in Costa Rica!!
The hosts and the house are great! We all had the best time. Janet and Nick are the best hosts. We had a last-minute flight change and Janet saved us. We would definitely return.
C E.
2022 年 1 月に 12 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Bill F.
2021 年 3 月 30 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Great hosts and property
The large covered common area was used to it's maximum. We were able to have refreshment and long conversations into the early morning. Are hosts Janet and Nick were always available for any question or suggestions. A great stay. Bill
Bill F.
2021 年 3 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Chelsea J.、Chattanooga, TN USA
2023 年 7 月 10 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Our own Shangri-La
This property will forever have a special place in our families’ hearts. The common area encouraged togetherness while still being out in nature. And the bungalows were perfect for everyone to feel like they have some personal space steps from the ocean. The beach is gorgeous and all of the amenities were beyond perfect. We will be telling all our friends about this property - and we will be back on our next visit to Costa Rica. Pura vida!!
Chelsea J.
2023 年 7 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jordan L.
2024 年 7 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Family wedding celebration/honeymoon
It was hard to leave Janet’s property. What an amazing place she has created. Even during rainy season we were comfortable. In fact, the space made rain enjoyable. Everything you need is available within walking distance. Great restaurants and activities are close by. Beautiful beach access and tropical surroundings at the property. Special detail has been taken so that you are comfortable and everything is well stocked for you. Janet is a delightful person to interact with and makes you feel like a friend.
You can tell that she cares about her guests.
We hope to return someday.
Jordan L.
2024 年 7 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Anjie L.
2024 年 2 月 12 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A slice of heaven!
Chiquita Escondida did not disappoint! This amazing property was everything we were looking for and more. We were close enough ride bikes or walk to the Jaguar Rescue, fish market, grocery store, restaurants and activities. The beach is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen, and just a few steps from the property. Everything is so perfectly thought out. We wanted for nothing! Janet and Nick are the most kind and gracious hosts, and we are so grateful for all of their guidance in planning our trip and adventures.
Anjie L.
2024 年 2 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jon B.
2023 年 6 月 22 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Excellent Place!!!
We absolutely loved our stay. It was beautiful, the layout was great and provided so much room for our 2 families. Our kids swam in the pool every day! The proximity to the beach was wonderful and we loved the huge coral reef right offshore. I snorkeled every day we were there. We saw tons of fish, some squid and even 2 sting rays. The seas were very calm, which I guess was a bit unusual for that area. The wildlife viewing was also incredible. We saw a troop of howler monkeys on the beach and a sloth in the tree right next to the VRBO. The only downside is there is no air conditioning. No problem for me and my family as the fans worked just fine for us. But our stay was during a heat way and my sister (from Michigan) and her Scottish husband were a bit uncomfortable. In my mind the tradeoff of not having AC was 100% worth it for how incredible the place was.
Jon B.
2023 年 6 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Leonard M.
2021 年 12 月 1 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Absolutely wonderful property and location
Chiquita Escondida is one of those hidden gems you want to keep to yourself for fear of it becoming so popular you’ll never get to experience it again. The location, yards from the stunning Caribbean Sea and a nearly secluded beach, is perfect. You can hear the waves crashing from the common areas and the villas. The property itself has everything you would need for a perfectly relaxing vacation - the beds are super comfy, the kitchen fully equipped, pool is glorious and common space wonderfully designed and yet cozy. The homeowners, Janet and Nick, have included and thought of everything you could need. Plus their communication and response is unmatched among vacation rental homeowners. Janet knows the region like the back of her hand and can recommend everything from a delicious meal (while giving you the direct number to restaurant owners for reservations) to a covid test provider.
If you’ve come across this property listing do yourself a favor and book it without hesitation. You will not regret it.
Leonard M.
2021 年 11 月に 8 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jan W.
2022 年 1 月 8 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Tropical paradise
Everything we hoped for, and so much more. Nick and Janet were extraordinary hosts. Thoughtful and kind going far above what we expected. They provided contacts for rides, any information we desired about excursions, restaurants and even personal chefs and a photographer. My husband and I were unfortunately both sick; Janet made me a homemade tonic, that actually worked! And my husband’s illness, she was willing to drop everything and drive him in the pouring rain to a clinic, fortunately we didn’t have to take her up on her offer.
The location….gorgeous! A jungle setting on the beach. Plenty of space and comfortable. Beaches are quiet and have a natural beauty.
A charming community with a friendly small town feel. Felt very safe and well taken care of.
I would recommend getting bikes for transportation.
Jan W.
2021 年 12 月に 6 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Chelan M.
2021 年 9 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Pura Vida!
We were a group of seven friends looking for a place to vacation together, and we found it! The layout of this "compound," as our group dubbed it, was ideal. The main hub was the kitchen/common area, with our personal villas we could retreat to whenever we wanted. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need, and then some. The villas/rooms also had everything you needed to be comfortable, and if anything was missing or you simply wanted something extra, all you had to do was ask.
It was only a short distance to the beach, and what a beautiful beach it is! The property is very conveniently located - the town of Puerto Viejo is a short car or bicycle ride away. There were a few grocery markets even closer. Punta Uva (in the opposite direction) was also a short distance away by car or bicycle - we had heard from a local that it was the best beach for snorkeling, and we were not disappointed!
Janet and Nick are fantastic hosts. They've obviously been doing this for a while and know how to look after their guests. They had suggestions and recommendations for everything we asked about, which is always nice to hear from locals. Communication was always simple, and they genuinely cared about making our stay the best it could be.
I would highly suggest staying at Chiquita Escondida!! ❤️
Chelan M.
2021 年 9 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Megan W.、Dallas
2024 年 3 月 4 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Wonderful property and stay
Janet and her team are phenomenal. The property is absolutely beautiful, and Janet helped us throughout our stay to make everything easy.
Rent the bikes! Riding everywhere was an unexpected highlight of our trip.
Megan W.
2024 年 2 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jaime T.
2021 年 10 月 18 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Nothing Short Of Incredible
Our experience at Janet and Nick's place was wonderful. This was far and away our favorite vacation we have ever taken, and this was because our hosts were so warm, accommodating, knowledgable, and most of all, willing and eager to help.
The property is awesome. You have a huge communal space that brings the group together around the pool, hangout area, or when it's time to eat. You also have privacy. Each casita is great in it's own way, and they are very comfortable. Especially the beds. We slept better here than at home. Also, there are monkeys and sloths on the property, which was a lot of fun to watch. The property is right on the beach and you can even hear the ocean at night if you want to. It was very relaxing.
On this trip we went offshore fishing, lobster diving, spearfishing, hiking, whitewater rafting, made chocolate from scratch, saw countless animals, jumped into waterfalls, and countless other amazing things. At the center of all of this was Janet, who's connections and knowledge about the area make all of this a breeze. She connected us with tour guides, boat captains, and private chefs, who's breakfasts and dinners at our rental were our best meals. We made friends here in Puerto Viejo that we'll never forget, and memories that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend this place and this host enough.
Jaime T.
2021 年 9 月に 8 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Michelle L.
2021 年 10 月 12 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Fantastic Experience!
Janet and Nick are wonderful, generous hosts! Located down a private drive, the property is fantastic with the privacy of separate bungalows but a spacious open living area. The kitchen has all you will need to eat in but the house is perfectly located near several great restaurants. The beach is only steps away and it was such a luxury to have a pool on the property as well. However the highlight will be your jungle experience. Howler monkeys, a sloth and a dozen green macaws were all within view! A great place to relax, reconnect and experience a beautiful part of Costa Rica.
Michelle L.
2021 年 10 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
John & Phoebe G.
2021 年 8 月 14 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A Happy Place
Accommodating hosts…lovely setting for family! Kitchen well stocked. Lots of seating space.
Short walk to the beach. Nice taste of the tropics!!!
John & Phoebe G.
2021 年 8 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jon M.
2021 年 1 月 27 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing Property and Wonderful Hosts
This property was absolutely stunning. My group stayed at the property for a week and it had all the amenities that were needed to make it a comfortable week. Janet was very hospitable, she left us fresh eggs from the neighbor's hens and bagels for our first morning. If you are going to Costa Rica for your first time this is definitely the place to stay to feel safe, comfortable, and welcomed. We will definitely be coming back.
Jon M.
2021 年 1 月に 6 泊滞在
オーナーについて
オーナー : Janet Jones
Nick and Janet have lived in Puerto Viejo since 2010, having visited 21 times over 5 years. It was either move or buy the airline. We think we made the right choice!
この宿泊施設のオーナーになった理由
We first saw this property in 2004 and it never quite got out of our heads. When we finally decided to purchase it, we knew it was worthy of something special.
この宿泊施設の特徴
We created this property as a vacation rental for visitors who wanted a unique experience. We know from our years of travel, what we value most in a temporary home, and we tried to create it here. It has private and shared spaces, places to explore the flora and fauna of the area, comfort and even luxury without the pretense. We wanted to create a place that guests would delight in the special touches of art or craft or even funky findings. Handwork is our play, so we offer it to you to enjoy. We also incorporated our experiences living beachfront in the jungle to provide spaces that maximize the environment while limiting the impact.