We rented the house for a week and absolutely loved our stay at Casa Marisa! The house is so uniquely designed and comfortable. If you are looking for an authentic Costa Rica experience, you will find it here.
Every wall has doors and windows that open to the gardens and jungle that surround the house. The privacy is wonderful and the fully gated property made us feel very safe. From any room in the house, you can watch toucans, howler monkeys, crabs, sloths and other amazing wildlife. You can hear the ocean from the house, and there is a through-the-trees ocean view from the back.
The location can't be beat. It is a very short stroll through the gardens and a small strip of jungle to get to beautiful Cocles Beach. A grocery store and restaurants are also a short walk away. The town of Puerto Viejo is also close by and has many more amenities. There are so many tours and activities nearby, but we really liked to just hang out at the beach, swim, surf, eat the great local food, and enjoy the hammocks!
Thomas, the local property manager, was also very helpful and responsive.
I would recommend this property to anyone who wants a true Costa Rican adventure!