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☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆

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Pool
Boendeområde
Exteriör
Exteriör
Detalj exteriör

Recensioner

10 av 10,
Enastående
2 sovrum2+ badrumSovplats för 6371.6 kvm

Populära bekvämligheter

  • Pool
  • Parkering tillgänglig
  • Torktumlare
  • Tvättmaskin
  • Luftkonditionering
  • Gym

Utforska området

Map
Dominical, San Jose Province
  • Playa Dominicalito
    ‪20 min med bil‬
  • Playa Dominical
    ‪21 min med bil‬
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls
    ‪25 min med bil‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪50 min med bil‬

Rum och sängar

2 sovrum (sovplats för 6)

Sovrum 1

1 futon (dubbel)

Sovrum 2

1 queensize-säng

Sovrum 3

1 kingsize-säng

2 badrum, 1 toalett

Badrum 1

Toalett · Endast dusch

Badrum 2

Toalett · Endast dusch

Badrum 3

Toalett

Ytterligare utrymmen

Däck eller uteplats
Terrass eller lanai
Kök
Balkong
Trädgård
Matplats

Om boendet

☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆

Beläget bara 20 minuter upp från Costnenera Highway mellan städerna Dominical i norr och Uvita i söder vindar en delvis asfalterad väg (4-hjulig körning) genom djungeln till gated community of Costa Verde Estates. Där hittar du Casa de Zen det enda hem som ligger i slutet av en blindväg. Sekretess är överflödigt, så om du är den typ av person som gillar trafik, polis sirener eller andra onaturliga bullerföroreningar, så är det verkligen inte hemmet för dig

Casa de Zen erbjuder en oöverträffad stillhet som skickligt chiseled i bergssidan omgiven av gamla världens primära regnskog på tre sidor. Smakfullt inrett med en rad naturliga lokala trä, färgat glas och dämpade färger som efterliknar det omgivande landskapet, har denna Casa alla skapande bekvämligheter för att få dig att känna sig riktigt hemma. Luftkonditioneringsapparater är endast i sovrummen men sällan behövs. Stigande högt över kusten under havsbrisen kyla temperaturen med en hel 10 grader jämfört med lägre höjder vilket gör det ganska bekvämt dag och natt.

Den casa består av två stora sovrummet komplett med privata bad båda ligger på motsatta sidor av huset ger dig återigen känslan av intimitet även när du delar hemmet med andra gäster. Den bekväma överdimensionerade friluft vardagsrummet har atmosfären i en biograf komplett med en storskärms-TV och bekväma sittplatser för ditt tittande nöje. Det finns absolut inget dåligt säte i detta hus. Oavsett om det är filmer, klassisk TV, dokumentärer eller sport, har vi allt via en Roku-box eller välja från ett stort urval av DVD-skivor eller CD-skivor från våra omfattande bibliotek.

Det frodiga landskapet var professionellt utformat av ett prisbelönt amerikanskt landskapsarketekt med hjälp av lokal flora och fauna som melds in i den omgivande djungeln komplett med papaya och mangosträd. Öppna utrymmen inkluderar skulpterade välskötta rika gräsmattor som sveper över djungelns kant och ger en mängd eldflugor som natten faller. Nattbelysning är också ett vackert tillskott till det här förtrollade landet, som är konstnärligt placerat för att upplätta lätta träd i djungeln och ge välbehövligt ljus till vägarna på en svart som bläcknatt.

Inget tropiskt paradis skulle vara komplett utan en oändlig saltvattenpool komplett med i poolen med utsikt över Stilla havet. Om du inte vill flyta runt på en luftmadrass i poolen är en poolhylla med solstolar bara biljetten för dig i ett område nedsänkt i bara 8 tum vatten. Och ja, poolen stumar helt upp till djungeln vilket ger den känslan mer som en lagun än en pool i sig. Tänk dig att dricka kalla fruktiga paraplydrycker med is serveras direkt från ismaskinen i ditt utomhuskök. Livet blir inte bättre än det här.

Kommer du med en massa tonåringar? För en extra avgift och unattached studio Casita med en queen size-säng och en utdragbar soffa soffa kommer att ge dig och dem en välbehövlig paus. Badrummet ligger i huvudbyggnaden. Ett litet kylskåp är redo att hålla drinkar kalla och midnatt snacks nära till hands. Också finns i Casita en tvättmaskin och torktumlare för dina tvättbehov (på begäran).

Njut av en kopp kaffe vid soluppgången med ljudet av hundratals sångfåglar som serenading en ny dag som Howler apor fest på läckra blad i baldakintopparna ovanför. Vita ansikts apor kommer att hålla dig roligt med sin fina och akrobatiska finess. När du slappna av på den överdimensionerade verandan ligger den obegränsade andetagande utsikten över Stilla havet 1700 fot nedanför med utsikt över den berömda Whale's Tail, där det inte är ovanligt att observera den allsmäktiga Humpback Whale i dess naturliga livsmiljö. Förbi Whales Tail siktar vyn över havet till Osa Peninsula och Cano Island som har några av de finaste dykning och snorkling i Costa Rica.

Var beredd att lyssna på de gröna papegojorna som kvadrerar bullrigt, eftersom de vågar för de många frukterna som Peach Palms erbjuder. Snyggt toukans klädda mini-tuxedos kommer att dyka ner i djungeln för att lägga till en annan dimension till detta frodiga paradis. Om du är en stor fläkt av fjärilar finns det helt för många olika sorter att räkna på bara en timme.

När solen börjar sätta dig tillbaka till din skiva av himlen efter en lång dag med vandring, simning, fiske, zipfodring eller valskådning. Skölj bort i din privata utomhusdusch och slå in med ett mousserande glas vin. När mörkret faller på landstrålkastaren som blandas med Uvita och Ojochals ljus blinkar till liv i yonder-dalen. När djungeln blir tyst för natten ger de lugnande ljuden av vågorna som kraschar nedan en glädjande fred och tid för eftertanke från en lång dag fylld av livslånga minnen.

☆☆☆ Allt detta kan hittas under den populära säsongen som kallas HÖGSEKSONGEN eller TIDSÅRET, som börjar i slutet av november till mitten till slutet av april. Under dessa månader kommer Costa Rica att leva med oljeblandare, surfare och naturfanatiker som njuter i överflöd av de varma, torra, solfyllda dagarna.

☆☆☆ LOW SEASON eller GREEN SEASON är maj till november vilket möjliggör en säsongsvis nedsatt uthyrningsavgift. Denna lågsäsong gör att du kan en exklusiv på en med naturen. Som regntiden föryngrar djungeln vår på plats vattenfall kommer levande och tittar genom djungeln som det kaskader in i vår Rio Zen nedan. Personligen en av våra favorit tider på året. Det är verkligen ingen anledning att göra den långa enheten till Monte Verde Cloud Forrest eftersom molnet Forrest kommer till dig.

Kom och besök Casa de Zen. Dina livslånga minnen väntar.

Fastighetsförvaltaren

Ellen Philbin

Språk

Engelska
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Bekvämligheter

Pool
Kök
Tvättmaskin
Torktumlare
Gratis wi-fi
Luftkonditionering

Liknande boenden

Husregler

Incheckning efter 15.00
Lägsta ålder för att hyra: 28 år
Utcheckning före 09.00
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Barn

Barn tillåts: 3–17 år
With any pool/jungle setting there is dangers
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Evenemang

Inga evenemang tillåts
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Husdjur

Inga husdjur tillåts
Please check with owners.
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Rökning tillåten

Rökning tillåten i avsedda områden
Smoking allowed outside ONLY.
Please treat our home with love and respect as you would treat your own home.
No loud music or noise after 9:00 PM

Viktig information

Att hålla koll på

Detta boende drivs av en privat värd (någon som inte agerar inom sin företagsverksamhet eller sitt yrke). EU:s konsumentlagar, inklusive ångerrätten, gäller inte för din bokning. Din bokning omfattas av den privata värdens avbokningspolicy.
Avgifter för extragäster kan tillkomma och varierar i enlighet med boendets policy.
Statligt utfärdad fotolegitimation och kreditkort, bankkort eller kontantdeposition kan krävas vid incheckning för oförutsedda utgifter.
Särskilda önskemål erbjuds i mån av tillgång vid incheckning och kan medföra ytterligare avgifter. Särskilda önskemål kan inte garanteras.
Fester och gruppevenemang är inte tillåtna på boendet.
Värden har inte angett om det finns någon kolmonoxidvarnare på boendet. Överväg att ta en bärbar varnare med dig på resan.
Värden har inte angett om det finns någon rökdetektor på boendet.
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Om området

Barú

Denna villa ligger på landet och vid havet i Barú. Marino Ballena nationalpark och Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge är exempel på områdets vackra natur, och bland de lokala turistattraktioner hittar du Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons och Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Kolla in områdets djurliv med aktiviteter som naturpromenader och fågelskådning.
Karta
Dominical, San Jose Province

I närheten

  • Alturas Santuario de Vida Silvestre - 12 min med bil - 6.9 km
  • Playa Dominicalito - 20 min med bil - 6.6 km
  • Playa Dominical - 21 min med bil - 9.1 km
  • Marino Ballena nationalpark - 23 min med bil - 16.2 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 25 min med bil - 19.5 km

Ta sig runt

  • Quepos (XQP) - 50 min med bil

Restauranger

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬18 min med bil
  • ‪Scala - ‬5 min med bil
  • ‪Sibu - ‬17 min med bil
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬16 min med bil
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬13 min med bil

Vanliga frågor och svar

Finns det pool på ☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆?

Ja, boendet har pool.

Är ☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆ husdjursvänligt?

Nej, husdjur är inte tillåtna på boendet.

Vilka är incheckningstiderna för ☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆?

Incheckning börjar 15.00.

Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för ☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆?

Utcheckning sker senast klockan 09.00.

Var ligger ☆☆ Lugn av Casa de Zen ☆☆ Costa Rica på det finaste ☆☆?

Denna familjevänliga villa vid havet ligger mindre än en mil från Playa Dominicalito, Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons och Playa Dominical. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding och Playa Barú ligger också mindre än 15 km härifrån.

Recensioner

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9,8/10

Renlighet

9,8/10

Incheckning

10/10

Kommunikation

9,8/10

Läge

9,8/10

Annonsens riktighet

Recensioner

10/10 Fantastiskt

Rachel F.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing stay!!!

Ellen and Bob were great hosts! They were so accommodating and helpful! The property itself is beautiful with a gorgeous infinity pool! The house was so clean and comfortable!
Bodde här 7 nätter i mars 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Amber R.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Treasure of a home with epic views

We so enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back. What a treat of tranquility and artistry. this home is like a jewel box.
Bodde här 7 nätter i mars 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

David C., Charleston, SC

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful private home with incredible property and views!!

We had an amazing stay at Casa de Zen! The property is like staying on a nature preserve with a huge diversity of plants and animals. The views from the patio are incredible. The location is perfect for trips to Dominical, Uvita, and nearby waterfalls and surfing beaches. The house is clean and comfortable and Bob and Ellen were gracious hosts. Kids said this was the best vacation ever! We enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back! Pura Vida!!
Bodde här 6 nätter i juli 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Joseph L.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Relaxing stay at Casa de Zen

My wife and I planned a Thanksgiving Week holiday at Casa de Zen and had a fabulous time. Our hosts Ellen and Bob were wonderful, and everything was as nice as it appeared in the VRBO listing. The house is quiet and jungle is all around, yet close enough to town for dinning and activities. The pool area and landscaping are really stunning! We were very impressed at the high quality of restaurants in the close by town of Ojochal, which should be a must make stop on your trip. Thanks to Ellen and Bob for a great vacation! The Lewis family
Bodde här 6 nätter i november 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Lisa B., Florida

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A Must See Property

We loved every moment of our stay. Our plans were to pretty much stay put.... why go anywhere when you can wake to howler monkeys, enjoy the sunrise, watch hummingbirds flit from bush to vine, swim in the most beautiful pool with a water feature, and be visited by coatis, agoutis and toucans almost every day. Other than a trip to the store and a visit to Whale's Tale, we were totally thrilled just to be here! The owner is a fabulous landscape architect and it is evident everywhere you look.
Bodde här 6 nätter i december 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Brett M.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing, amazing, amazing!!

We had an incredible time! The house was absolutely stunning! Our host were equally amazing and helpful with anything and everything we could ask for. We will absolutely be coming back to stay at this beautiful home again! We had nothing but good vibes the entire time we were there. We had an absolute wonderful time unwinding and decompressing by the beautiful infinity pool overlooking the whales tail. We can’t say enough about this beautifully landscaped home. It is breathtaking to stand back and look at! Thanks to Bob and Ellen we had an amazing stay! Awesome experience!!
Bodde här 9 nätter i april 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Verifierad resenär

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Paradise

If I had to use one word to sum up this VRBO home, it would be PARADISE. The home is very well-appointed, with magnificent views of the ocean. We spent much time in the infinity edge pool, gazing at the beautiful view. The home featured two large bedrooms as well as two large bathrooms, (en suite), a half bath and even a wonderful outdoor shower, (we never used the indoor showers). The kitchen was well appointed and had everything one needs to prepare any meal. The landscape is perfect and the lighted pool and uplighting on the landscape at night were nothing short of stunning. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the owners who took the time to answer any questions and to show us around their beautiful home. If you seek relaxation, Casa de Zen is what you want for your Costa Rican vacation!
Bodde här 7 nätter i februari 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Hillary S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Heaven on Earth

Staying at Casa Zen was wonderful! The hosts greeted us upon arrival and were available throughout our stay. They were happy to share insider "tips and tricks" with their years of experience in Costa Rica. Ellen and Bob were fabulous hosts, providing everything and more to make our vacation a memorable one. Their attention to detail is key. Casa Zen is the perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica. There are several comfortable spots inside and out to relax and take in the beautiful ocean view, the lush jungle, and the wildlife. The home is stocked with everything you could ever need to make it your home. We actually spent more time at "home" than we did away. If I could give Casa Zen 10 stars I would! We are looking forward to keeping in touch with Ellen and Bob well into the future.
Bodde här 6 nätter i oktober 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Dori P.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Great hosts and great house

We spent 2 months at this house hosted by Ellen and Bob who are so gracious and accommodating. They live in the casita and their presence was very advantageous as Bob was able to be a huge help with our flat tire for example. Or when we lost power or other jungle issues because you are truly in the jungle! As the washer and dryer are not in the house and only in the casita, there is laundry service courtesy of Ellen. I have not been near a washing machine or dryer for 2 months. Quite liberating! The house itself is quite spacious with a bedroom on either side which is great for privacy. The pool is great and the breezes are amazing. The ride up on a very bumpy road is 16 minutes long and don’t even think of not getting a 4x4! You will not get up that mountain without it. But the view is gorgeous and well worth the bumpy ride!!
Bodde här 55 nätter i januari 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Kevin C.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A blessed place

Casa de Zen is a true gem. I spent 9 unforgettable days there with my wife and 2 children, aged 12 and 15. The house is very spacious and well equipped, including remarkably reliable WiFi and a wonderful grill. But the best of all is the location -- ensconced in the mountain overlooking the ocean and tail-shaped Playa Uvita. The view is spectacular. Enjoying it while surrounded by nature, including toucans and morphos, while relaxing in the pool, is simply a miracle. I don’t think the pictures here do justice to the beauty of the house and its surroundings. Besides, the whole area is extraordinarily beautiful, with plenty of beaches and places to visit, including Corcovado National Park and Caño Island. I'm Costa Rican and I can say that this is probably the most beautiful stretch of coastline in the country. Both Dominical and Uvita (about 25m drives in both cases) offer plenty of options to buy supplies of all kinds. Bob and Ellen are wonderful, warm and helpful hosts, so good in fact that we celebrated New Year's Eve with them. One note of caution, though: the drive up the mountain from the main road is not easy. It takes 15-20 minutes to go up or down on a tricky gravel road, and this was during the dry season. A tall 4x4 vehicle is a must. The good thing is that the place is so beautiful that you may decide to spend entire days at the house without going anywhere. We shall return to Casa de Zen, a magical place!
Bodde här 9 nätter i december 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Michael A., Wayne, PA

Absolutely The Best!!!

This was the BEST place we have ever stayed in over 28 years of renting in Costa Rica! Ellen and Bob, welcomed us with open arms and we truly felt at home upon arrival. The setting, including: architecture, design, VIEW, landscaping, artwork, pool, lighting and amenities is second to none. Our family of five can not say enough about this beautiful home set in the "selva" of southern Costa Rica! You feel like you are in a dream!! If we could give 10 stars out of 5, it would still not be enough. The flora and fauna that surround this 'oasis in the jungle' seem to be never ending, as we saw so many different birds, flowers and critters(all outside ;) everyday and night. This house is an ornithologist, horticulturist, entomologist nirvana. The views from the pool, many decks and sitting areas, living room, bedrooms, outdoor shower and even the kitchen sink! is nothing you can describe in words or even pictures... but I will say, we all got up everyday at 5:30-6am to begin enjoying spectacular vistas of the Whale's Tail, the distant Osa Peninsula and the stretches of virgin, prime-evil jungle between. The stars at night were much enjoyed from the lower pool deck. Also because of the beautiful artwork and tasteful design there is always something new to admire this spacious, comfortable home. Super clean and ultra secure, all the wonderful things I can put into words are only an understatement of how truly amazing the experience at Casa de Zen is..... Thank you again for this place you have created, which has given us a time and memories we will never, ever forget. Ellen and Bob, your hard work and clear dedication to creating something this special is wholeheartedly appreciated by us all! Hope and plan to return and stay here again and again :)
Bodde här 6 nätter i december 2018

10/10 Fantastiskt

Joe S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Casa de Zen is absolute paradise!

While the trip up the mountain is a bit treacherous, it is so well worth it! I don't think there is a better view in the southern zone! Every aspect of this home seems to be built to blend seamlessly into the rain forest, and cannot be beat for solitude and utterly astounding views. We were absolutely surrounded by wildlife and nature, including monkeys, toucans, a million hummingbirds, butterflies, frogs, coati, and more. It's an ideal setup for 2 couples with split masters, a fantastic kitchen (and an outdoor kitchen), a perfect infinity pool and multiple places to hang out. Ellen and Bob are the most amazing hosts and now friends, and they clearly care about your experience while staying with them! Ellen even so graciously helped with our laundry, as the units are in their guest house. The home is appointed with amazing art, and has excellent ambiance, day and night. We did have to be careful with our two boys (2 & 4), so that they didn't wreck the place too bad, and especially around the pool and access to the jungle, but they settled into the rules quickly and all went swimmingly! Ellen's restaurant, outing and beach recommendations were spot on, and She & Bob were both available if we needed them but very careful to not be intrusive. We ended up hanging out and having a great time on several occasions, but at our request! To reiterate, the need for 4 wheel drive as mentioned in the listing is no joke, and we found it best to stock up on groceries and booze in town, spend lots of time enjoying the house, and make specific outings (dinner, beach, breakfast, waterfall, etc.), as managing the kids and their naps, etc. required some logistics. Also, kid-related, there is a great entertainment center (on generator power!) with great cable and internet for any gloomy days you might have! Overall, I cannot say enough nice things about the home, or our hosts! We can't wait to get back next time! Pura Vida!
Bodde här 12 nätter i december 2019

10/10 Fantastiskt

James W.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect "ZEN" experience

After spending many trips in the Costa Ballena area of Costa Rica, my wife and I decided to bring her parents to the area to show them everything we had been bragging about. Finding the right home for this trip was very important because my mother-in-law is not very mobile, and the home needed to have minimal steps and levels which brought us to this residence. We must say that it ended up being perfect. Casa Zen was a delight. The house is situated in the Costa Verde Estates which is a very high-end gated community located at 1700 feet in elevation overlooking the whale’s tail of Uvita. The temperature at that elevation is extremely comfortable with highs in the upper 70’s during the day and high 60’s at night. Casa Zen is located on the edge of the mountain and offers complete privacy and killer views as well as a one-with-nature feel. Howler monkeys, toucans and many other animals visit the property daily offering great entertainment. You will find that the house is much more open and larger than it appears in the pictures. The inside and outside living areas flow together perfectly giving you a very comfortable and relaxing experience. The landscaping is exquisite with detailed viewing and sitting areas throughout. The owners Bob and Ellen took great pride in creating the perfect atmosphere conducive for relaxation as well as socializing in all of the intimate areas. While there we found that Bob was a professional landscape designer back in the states which shows in all of the detailed work that has been done on the property. The home is comfortably furnished and decorated in a very inviting manner. You will also find that Casa Zen has all of the amenities you will need for your vacation. The description of the premises on the VRBO website is exactly what to expect. No surprises here. Bob and Ellen are fabulous hosts and are willing to help you out, if needed, with anything at any time. We rent homes in this area four times a year for the last 5 years and I must say that this one is very special, especially if you plan on spending quality time at the home itself. The reviews on VRBO are accurate and you will not be disappointed. My wife and I highly recommend Casa Zen.
Bodde här 8 nätter i juli 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Pat B.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

A true slide of heaven in Costa Rica

We came to Casa de Zen for our 20th wedding anniversary, hoping for a much-needed break from the rat race, stress and general mayhem of the last couple of years. We could not have chosen better. The house is beyond gorgeous, and is complete with all the essentials plus the extra touches to make it special. The many porches and decks provide access to the unbelievable view of Bahia Ballena - we were there in the rainy season, but enjoyed watching the clouds over the ocean with the decks providing shelter - we were able to enjoy both rain and shine due to the thoughtful design of the house inside and out. It was our first trip to Costa Rica, which our gracious (and fun!) hosts Bob and Ellen were aware of, and they made an effort to point out wildlife as it came by (they stay in a nearby casita). Their presence was welcome, not intrusive, and they truly give you peace and privacy while being a ready resource for all things in the area including restaurants, sites to see, etc. We were thrilled to see white-faced monkeys, coati, a toucan and even a sloth - all in their natural habitat in nearby trees. The landscaping is beautiful and blends with the area, giving you a feel of living in the rainforest while having modern luxuries. The plunge pool was cool and refreshing, the fountain adding another pleasant layer of sound - the whole auditory experience was like one week-long relaxation tape! Dining in the area we found to be outstanding with a wide variety of cuisines available in nearby Uvita and Dominical. Fair warning that the road from the highway to the house REQUIRES A 4-WHEEL DRIVE vehicle - don't poo-poo this. It's very bumpy, rutted, and narrow, so forewarned is forearmed. As long as you take your time climbing up, you'll be fine. While it was only the two of us at this lovely home, it would be ideal for two couples as both bedrooms have ensuite baths and are at opposite ends of the home - plus with all the outdoor living spaces you can have separate space as well. I could rave on and on about this special home - and it IS a home that Bob and Ellen have felt compelled to share with the world. If you are considering Costa Rica and are looking for a retreat from the world, this may just be your place. Pura Vida!
Bodde här 7 nätter i september 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Guy W., Cincinnati OH

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Oasis in the heart of the jungle. We could not have been happier.

Bottom line: if you want to be One With The Costa Rican Rainforest, this is it. We’ve been to CR 3x now but this was our first in Dominical/Uvita. All of our stays have been well- researched and pretty darn sweet. But there’s only one Casa De Zen. Top 4 Things We Adored -- Bird & Animal Sightings: Oh, where to begin. We are animal lovers and brought big & little monoscopes and a respectable camera. It paid off. Sometimes without looking you’d see Crested Guans helicopter in…or catch a family of Howlers in one of the flagship trees by the pool. We spotted toucans, aracaris [but more rare], coatis galore, and many other birds. Easy, plentiful sightings. Others were a bit more elusive [e.g. the charming woodrail bird that Ellen named Clacker], which was also fun to try and spot. I almost hated to do my daily run for fear I would miss something! My fiancé would later show me on his camera what animal or bird I missed. Turns out I myself would spot a pack of 8 capuchins on my way back from a run right near their entrance gate…so it evened out. -- Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Home: The finishes, materials and craftsmanship were so cozy and well-appointed. The pics don’t do several of the rooms justice. My fiancé hardly ever wanted to use the 2nd bedroom shower, for he would rather keep it dry so he could watch animals/birds in the all-glass enclosure that faced yet ANOTHER beautiful landscape nook. Bob and Ellen are proud of their decorative accessories and artwork, too, which we found so heartwarming. (If we wanted modern decor, plenty of great places abound. We didn’t.) -- Perch Position: 1,700 glorious feet of elevation. That made the vista breathtaking. The lush rainforest, rolling hills & valleys, and sheer depth was our fav of any of our prior trips. This elevation also kept bugs at bay, a huge bonus. -- Owner Charm: Bob and Ellen were such lovely, spirited hosts. Yet they took cues from us and never invaded privacy. We chose to go out w/ them several times during our 10-day trip. Several of those nights were also with their wonderful friends that lived in the greater area. (Hello to all of you!) It was one of the highlights of our stay. Attention VRBO Mktg Dept: if you ever need single hero image that embodies the vista & lushness of renting in the CR rainforest, you just found it with this gem. Thank you, Bob and Ellen! We are happy to call you our friends now.
Bodde här 9 nätter i april 2022

8/10 Bra

Kristen ( Compass Point ) H.

Gillade: Renlighet, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Jungle retreat

Beautiful home and property! The photos don’t do it justice. It is perfect for two couples or a small family! I could have stayed in the Pool the whole trip! It is 20 minutes up the mountain in the jungle, so be prepared when you turn off the Highway. 4x4 vehicle is definitely required for this part of Costa Rica!! Bob and Ellen were great hosts! It might have be helpful to have them meet you at the security gate if you arrive in the dark. We would absolutely return to this house for another stay!
Bodde här 8 nätter i mars 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Janae S.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Christmas Paradise

Let me begin with, this was our first trip to beautiful Costa Rica. After much research and plenty of blog reviews, we decided on the area of Dominical and Uvita and found this beautiful home, Casa de Zen nestled high on the hill side of the mountain. This home was as advertised and the pictures don't even begin to do it enough justice. If you are looking to truly unplug, relax and listen to the sounds of the jungle, then this is the spot for you. We traveled here with our two boys and they enjoyed every minute of this magical place. From seeing families of howler and capuchin monkeys, toucans, and humming birds galore, the jungle was always bursting with activity. Now back to the house. It comes well equipped with any utensil needed to prepare all meals, which we did for most of our trip. Our boys especially loved the pool, they woke up every morning and started the day with a swim. Bob and Ellen were the perfect hosts and were available at a moments notice. We could not have asked for a better vacation and cannot wait to visit again. Thank you Bob and Ellen for sharing your slice of paradise with us. The Watson Family!
Bodde här 8 nätter i december 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Doug H.

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing stay at Casa de Zen

We were so happy with our stay at Casa de Zen. The house was spotless and clean, Bob and Ellen are wonderful host, they made our stay very enjoyable. The pictures don't do the place justice. Between Ellen's decorating and bobs knowledge and love for the landscaping detail it couldn't have been better. We will definitely be staying with them again. Thanks Bob and Ellen.
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10/10 Fantastiskt

Daniel and Jennifer D.

Nature and Luxury all in one!!

Our finest stay in Costa Rica! We have rented homes through VRBO the last 9 years and this one takes the cake! The owners Bob and Ellen became fast friends! The house sits high in the mountainous jungle with exceptional views of Whales Tail and the Osa Peninsula. Every morning we were blessed to see and hear new birds and other friendly creatures. The landscaping outside and the interior decorating are of the highest quality we have ever seen. There is not one thing that we would change! The house becomes your home the instant you walk through the doors with everything you could possibly need! We enjoyed the cool infinity pool every day and used the outdoor cooking area several times. The outdoor shower is the best, as you can watch hummingbirds and butterflies while you bathe! True magnificence awaits you every morning. Thank you so much Bob and Ellen for sharing your Casa de Zen!!

10/10 Fantastiskt

Andriy K., Kyiv, Ukraine

Absolutely amazing - it's not enough 5* to rate it!

If we could rate this house with more that 5 stars, we would definitely do it. We (me, my wife and family of our friends) stayed on the villa during New Year holidays and it was a real luck to find it. With my personal experience of 50+ counties, I have a lot of reasons why it is a great choice: - HOUSE: extremely comfortable, built with attention to every single detail both in construction and interior design; important thing that the owners built the house for themselves and just started to rent it, moreover they still living nearly so personally taking care about the house and the garden; - GARDEN: it is a result of really, really hard work and great creativity! the territory looks beautiful and very natural at the same time, perfect synergy with surrounding jungles. - VIEW: "impressive" is a pretty weak word to describe it: you can sit on the terrace and staring at the ocean, jungles, wild nature, sunrise and sunsets for hours (and maybe years..). Really worth to experience! - NATURE: when you are surrounded by jungles and the area of the estate is quiet and protected, the wild life is flourishing - we watched a lot birds, some iguanas, frogs, I also was lucky to see capybara; and while there, you hear the sounds of wild creatures - awesome feeling! - ESTATE: maybe one of the best projects in the country - well-organized, secured, wild nature is fully preserved, all lots are planned to ensure full privacy of each house - thus no noisy neighbors etc - AREA ITSELF: don't be fooled with thousands of tourists coming to Tamarindo - the real, natural Costa Rica is on the south (IMHO): a lot of real jungles, great ocean and beaches, not so crowed and urbanized yet safe and cosy - really worth to visit! - OWNERS: very friendly, intelligent people that really love the country, proud of their house and taking care about their guests - you don't feel yourself by renting a house, you feel like visiting a close relatives that love and taking care of you. Bob and Linda are amazing people and we are extremely happy that we met them. Just to make your holiday really comfortable - 4x4 car is a must as it takes appx. 2 km to get there from the main roads up to the hills. Anyway, don't afraid of it - with a good car the road it easy enough, it's perfectly constructed - we had no difficulties even we'd got into heavy rain. Therefore, everyone of our company STRONGLY recommends the house and owners for one of the most amazing holidays you'd ever have!
Bodde här 6 nätter i december 2017

Om värden

Ellen Philbin är värd

Värdens profilbild
Hello and Welcome to our home!
My husband Bob and I would like to thank you for your interest in our our own little piece of paradise.
We're originally from Long Island, New York and then relocated to Denver, Colorado after a business opportunity surfaced . Bob was a successful award winning Landscape Archetect back in the United States along with his many building designs. I on the other hand spent my entire career in the world of Banking.
We have two married adult sons living in upstate New York along with a total of six grandchildren. Although we miss the kids with all our hearts, the thought of just one more winter shoveling snow and scraping ice off the windshield finally convinced us hands down that a tropical ocean view home was just the ticket. So Bob and I decided to make the move to Costa Rica and never looked back.

Varför värden valde detta boende

Casa de Zen was designed by Bob in 2014 and the house was completed in 2015. Bob spent many mornings and evenings sitting on a lawn chair during the day lite hours and early evening hours on a virgin plot of land planning for a "just right" positioning of the house so that the heat of the day would not effect the comfort of the home itself nor interfere with the stunning views . Giving the house a constant comfortable temperature of 70 - 75° . Cooler at night.

Unlike a majority of homes in our neighborhood Bob designed this home to not be a clear cut lot, but to nestle the home amongst the jungle making it feel like it grew out of the land itself leaving the trees and the jungle the way mother nature intended it to be.
Also on site is a detached studio with one queen sized bed and one full sized pull out couch. This seperate sleeping area offers sleeping room for 4 more guests. Included is a refrigerator to keep snacks and drinks cold. Teenagers getting on your nerves? Perfect get away for them.
Unlike the United States where basically you know your day to day schedule, Casa de Zen offers a truly different experience that changes daily.
Our neighbors are not of the human kind but an over abundance of wild life. Armadillo, Deer, Howler Monkeys, Picotes, Capuchin monkeys, Toucan's, paccaries, tree frogs and way too many birds and butterflies to count. This is just to name a few. Maybe you can add a few that we haven't seen yet.

On the property (in season) you will find edibles like pineapple, mangos, papaya, peppers, and a baby lemon tree not yet ready to produce fruit. In the near future oranges, avocados, limes, starfruit and various other edibles will be introduced.

Vad som gör detta boende unikt

Casa de Zen is located exactly between Uvita to the south and Dominical to the north (9 km to each).
Uvita is where we do all our grocery shopping, Banking, Liquor Stores and Medical Services. Further past Uvita is Ojochal with some of the South Pacific coast's finest dining.
Dominical is a quaint little surf town offering many tourist attractions, shopping and smaller restaurants. There is also the Dominical Tourist Information Center which I highly recommend.

If you don't want to travel all that far, the Jolly Roger Bar and Grill is about 15 minutes down the mountain offering giant hamburgers, hot wings, local musicians and large screen TV's for your favorite sports teams. Nothing like watching the Superbowl in the middle of the jungle.

Back to Casa de Zen....In the "Green Season" Casa de Zen has an on site Waterfall that feeds into Rio Zen in our East Jungle. The Green season is beyond stunning with the feel of Jurassic Park and the thought of maybe a dinosaur or two looming in the jungle could be a possiblibility (?!)

I stepped out the norm here and did away with stark white walls and added a touch of pastel color to emulate the surrounding landscape. Stained glass for a touch of artistic beauty and natural wood to soften up the house and to give it a more natural organic feel. I also designed etched glass at the front entrance, over the transoms,
The wall facing the Ocean totally opens up to a 25 foot opening with large glass pocket doors for an unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean, the Whale’s tail, Osa Peninsula and Cano Island. Below at night you will spy the twinkling lights of Uvita & Ojochal to the south.

This is a fine home to just "Chill" and get in touch with nature and yourself. Whether it's to meditate, do yoga, create, Honeymoon or just unwind.....Come see why we call this "Casa de Zen"

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