From the moment we stepped off the plane, the people of Costa Rica were friendly, caring and helpful. Our taxi driver for the week was Evelio Martinez (506-8941-6063). He is a perfect gentleman, speaks enough English to converse with us, and was always on time, even giving us surprises along the way by small detours to the most breathtaking views of the bays. Liberia airport to Coco about 40 mins $50. Local taxi fares cheap as chips! House Manager Fabrizio met us at the apartment, and made us very welcome. He also visited us twice during our stay and picked up our trash....fab service!
Zindis Group answered my many questions prior to travel.
The apartment was well equipped....lots of beach and bath towels, large closet with airer and ironing board/iron already set up to use. Lots of clothes hangers. Large shower which worked well, albeit the kitchen sink water pressure was slow, but not in the shower. That was great. The toilet was low to the ground, which my arthritic hip did not like, but overall the bathroom worked well. The bed was huge and comfortable. The AC fan was a bit noisy in the bedroom, until we figured out it was set on permanent fan mode, rather than auto (I am sure Fabrizio would have helped with that, had we told him!). Netflix is provided which was a lovely surprise. We were able to watch the final season of Peaky Blinders :). Only a 10 min walk to Auto Mercada (local grocery store) and a few restaurants. While we were in CR, we ate out every day. Pacifico Beach Club has an amazing dining room. We romanced on a table for 2 in front of open French doors overlooking the infinity pool, sunbathing lawn and the picturesque bay beyond. Father Roosters in Ocatal Bay was good........if they tempt you to try their fire hot alco shot, have a pint of water handy for the aftermath!!
Che Sirloin in Coco served me the best ribeye I have EVER eaten. When you go say "Hi" to Dash! Santorina Greek restaurant served my hubby the BEST souvlaki he has ever eaten, and our friend said the tenderloin sandwich was perfect, albeit HUGE. I was disappointed with the moussaka, and the baklava (not enough sweet honey), but the Greek potatoes were amazing. We ate at a beach hotel on the Hermosa bay and were plagued by flies......Coco was my favorite town. Imperial is a good beer. Numu restaurant across from Auto Mercada served great burgers and especially the lamb burger. The owner is very friendly and gave us lots of info.