Cottage holiday rentals in Costa Rica

Andrea was an exceptional host, very helpful and responsive. The place was more beautiful than the photos and the attention to detail inside was very nice. I highly recommend a stay here for a very peaceful, restful, and for the amazing views and experience.

My friend and I really appreciated Ana Maria's hospitality and her family's gorgeous home. We loved the special personal touches including the jungle of house plants and well-stocked library with board games and books. Having the fireplace stocked with wood made it possible to have the perfect ambiance for reading in front of the fire on a misty afternoon! We found it helpful to have earplugs at night, as the home is close to a transit road, and earplugs did the trick to help us sleep soundly.

Very nice house. Peaceful setting. Beautiful view of the mountains.

We absolutely loved this place. It is well maintained and has everything you need. It feels like home. The woodwork in the house is so beautiful. The property is gorgeous and has trails to explore. Carolina and Manuel arranged to get some specially requested food for our stay. They had the food there for our arrival which was so helpful. Manuel took us on an awesome night hike. Carolina’s husband also gave us a tour of the property too. Carolina and her family really go out of their way to make this a welcoming place. They grow amazing coffee on the property which we really enjoyed. They also shared their garden veggies and the bananas. We stayed 4 days and wished we had stayed longer. We found it easy to go into Monteverde for activities like coffee tours, cloud forest, animal sanctuary el Tigre waterfall, etc. There are some great restaurants close by the house and of course in monteverde too. We enjoyed ordering homemade empanadas from cafe Horizonte for breakfast.

Roberts place was a paradise. We extended our trip by 2 days because we loved it so much! Anyone would be lucky to book this place

Great stay 15mins drive from La Fortuna. The balcony overlooking the plantation was just spectacular. The room was cozy, as described and Grace made amazing breakfast each morning. Highly recommended!

We stayed for two weeks and felt sad to leave. Yuliana and her parents were great hosts, always responsive and helpful, recommending places to eat and visit and the occasional gift. Throw into that their dogs who asked for little more than a belly rub for their friendship. The cottage itself was as described. Large screened windows kept the place aired and let the sounds of nature flood in. The lack of aircon meant it was often hot especially upstairs and in the afternoon but what you get in return is a deeper connection to your surroundings. This included visits from capuchin and howler monkeys, birds, bats, toads and countless butterflies, and a diverse range of insects. The screens are pretty good at keeping the latter outside, and you can close the windows. Wi-Fi is decent and other amenities as described. With the heat we didn’t cook much but the option was there. We’d 100% return for the hospitality, the closeness to nature and the dogs.

Quiet place, clean, the horse riding it's perfect, I recommend the place

The little blue house is exactly what one needs. Has a working kitchen, quiet, and best of all the beach is right there. It was nice to have a peaceful place to return to after busy excursions into the cities or whatever else. Felt like a home away from home. Would definitely visit again

My daughter and her boyfriend were there for a bike ride ride. The location was perfect for proximity to the ride and a great environment to relax following a strenuous day! There was a slight mix up with rooms, but it was quickly resolved for everyone. And, my daughter loved the replacement digs (pets included!) Kees is extremely easy to communicate with and very responsive. We highly recommend him and his accommodations.

Once you find the place it’s easy to get to it again. Since addresses are a bit not a thing here it is frustrating but the host was helpful and make sure you use Waze

Great place to stay with easy walkable access to a lovely beach. Comfortable and lovely surroundings. Very friendly communicative host and very responsive. Close by to all restaurants, shops etc.

Very good value for money, the only thing I have to say that the wifi was wrong, everything else was excellent. I highly recommend it!

Jaim is a very friendly and accommodating host and the views from this location are gorgeous!

Very spacious, quiet and private environment, with lots of nature and space for walking. Great for large groups. The pool is impeccable with a comfortable and very usable ranch. Very well equipped and with everything required for cooking. Very friendly host, attentive to inquiries and flexible with our departure, which was a great point, as well as the caretaker, who is very friendly and willing to help. Aspects to improve: the fans are not sufficient and in large groups this is a very important aspect (evaluate placing more or A/C), the equipment must be fixed to properly use the screens. It was our second experience at the place and it has been very satisfactory.

Peaceful and cozy. The right price, we were looking for.

beautiful property!! beautiful and comfortable home!! amazing gem of a spot in the jungle. far enough away but still reasonably accessible. will be our number 1 spot when we return to Costa Rica. host and family were extremely nice and hospitable. would have liked to stay a few more weeks

I stayed at Villa#2 for four weeks both as a solo traveller and with family joining later. The villa is private, yet conveniently located close to restaurants and local attractions. It contained all amenities, including clean, comfortable beds, modern appliances and regular housekeeping services. I felt very safe at all times. Carlos was responsive and available when needed. I would highly recommend Carlo’s villa.

wish we stayed at Karla's place for longer it was one of the best places I've ever stayed at. her communication was always impeccable. everything was so clean and perfect. felt at home here. beautiful sunrise and sunsets here the pool, backporch, front porch and garden were so well maintained. hummingbirds, lizards, dart frogs to many other types of birds! air conditioning was perfect. shower water was great! clean kitchen, all the possible things needed lots of local places to eat: favorite Ross Restaurante, SODA El Turnito, Pollo Chachagua, and Panaderia Ramirez. lots to do nearby: La Fortuna Waterfall, Sloths Territory, etc nearby Supermarcado El Abuelo #1- great options and friendly staff also walkable from the house also Karla welcomed us in person with fresh fruit which was very much appreciated

David's place was very spacious and private. There were some reviews talking about no hot water for the showers, but we did not have any issues with that. It's located up an unpaved road that gets pretty steep. We had an SUV that was not a 4WD and we were able to get up there just fine. It gets pretty windy since it is high up on the hill, so we heard the wood of the place creaking every now and then. Nothing to be alarmed about, just FYI. It's a very quiet location. Inside was pretty clean with a few house flies which is understandable with the house located up the mountain. There are hiking trails right outside the house if you want to wander around. There were no paper towels in the kitchen, so we just left a towel from the bathroom in the kitchen to use. Overall, we had a pleasant stay and I would recommend it to others.

I stayed at Casa Ara over summer break (June 8–15), and it was exactly the peaceful getaway I needed. The house is nestled among lush greenery and flowers, with a treehouse feel that lets you spot monkeys, butterflies, and birds right from the hammock on the porch. It’s clean, comfortable, and fully equipped—from a well-stocked kitchen to strong water pressure in both indoor and outdoor showers (not always a given in this region!). The beds were cozy, and the space felt like home. Playa Negra is just a 10-minute walk away and feels private, shaded by palm trees. Casa Ara even provides chairs and mats for beach days. You’re also close to town, restaurants, the large Super Negro supermarket, and local pulperías. Cahuita National Park is nearby—perfect for a self-guided or guided nature walk, with beaches and wildlife all in one spot. Just check their website for what to bring (some items are restricted). This place gave me the reset I didn’t know I needed—calm, beauty, and comfort

We stayed at David's place as a couple. It is a very private grounds with two separate houses. A car should definitely be available. The view through the glass facade or even from the balcony to the volcano is fascinating. The balcony is very inviting to enjoy a cool drink or make yoga - great backdrop! There are also restaurants in the area, where I would recommend driving to La Fortuna (about 20-30m in travel time). The communication with David was impeccable, quick and friendly. Possible activities for active people in an environment of about 60 km: Hanging Bridges, Cavernas de Venado, Rio Celeste, Mirador El Silencio.

Diane was an A+++ host! Super friendly and accommodating. She helped me with requests beyond her responsibility and was extremely friendly and accommodating. Loved the privacy and feeling of being immersed in the culture and vibe of the area. Excellent accommodations at super value in prices. Would stay there again for future trips!

We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Choucoune! My family of 5, including one toddler and a kindergartner and their grandmother, visited and had a wonderful experience. Parrita was a wonderful are to experience the true Costa Rica lifestyle beyond a tourist area. Additionally, we loved doing some excursions in Quepos and Manuel Antonio and had an easy time navigating to both from the house. David and Astrude’s house felt like a home away from home. We were truly sad to leave and hope to come stay again! I also have to express my gratitude to the caretaker, Mrs. Liliam, for being so attentive to the property and showing kindness to my young children who wanted to talk to her. While the beach was not safe for swimming, we loved swimming in the pool backyard and then taking trips to calmer beaches nearby. My kids asked if we could move there and would’ve stayed forever if we could! Thank you, David and Astrude!