Pool & Garden Home 10 min to beach in a family friendly village
House • Osa Costa Rica
6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Beds
2 Bathrooms
4 Car spaces
1 Car available
Primary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Non-Reciprocal
Statistics
Listed October 2024
Views 3932
General Overview
Tropical family home with pool and lots of toys — a peaceful, comfortable retreat surrounded by lush nature. Perfect for families or creative travelers looking to relax and explore Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast.
Animal NOTE: cat to be cared for (she is lovely!) and a few chickens (very easy care) … also a possible dog to be discussed (we have a mini dachshund- so lovable, likes a daily walk!, but sometimes travels with us or stays with a dogsitter)
For 2026:
Currently available NOW for two months- open to all possibilities.
For 2027:
ISO - one month reciprocal exchange in August with a home in Scotland (open to other destinations in Europe as well)
For 2028:
We are open to longer term direct exchanges.
The Space
The property includes the Main House and a Casita, a saltwater pool, and multiple covered outdoor spaces.
* Main house: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom (king + queen), AC in both bedrooms
* Open living/kitchen with books, games, toys, and oracle decks
* Casita: 1 queen Murphy bed, full bath, kitchenette, washer/dryer, AC
* Indoor-outdoor living with large glass doors and garden views
Guest Access
Guests have access to the entire property including the main house, casita, pool, outdoor kitchen, and laundry.
Also the possibility to be in just the house or just the casita can be discussed.
Notes
* Friendly cat (feeding + a little love)
* 4 egg-laying chickens (simple morning feed/water when collecting eggs)
* End of stay cleaning: 80 euro (slightly less if utilizing only main house or only casita)
* Pool cleaning: twice per week
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
Travel Styles
Adventure
Family
Romantic
Foodie
Relaxing
Eco
Luxury
Village
Beach
Water
Tropical
House Rules
Suitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Located in Ojochal, a quiet, laid-back village on Costa Rica’s South Pacific coast.
* 10 min to beaches
* 3 min to rivers
* 5 min to shops, cafes, restaurants
* Weekly markets nearby
Private dead-end street with mountain views. No 4x4 needed.
Getting to my home
Arrive at San Jose by plane. SJO
Options to come from San Jose:
By taxi, shuttle or rental car - direct from airport to house approx. 4.5 hrs
It is a long trek. The drive is beautiful!
By extra airplane - can take a short flight to Quepos airport and hire a taxi for a 1.5hr drive to the house
Nearest airport
San Jose SJO 4,5 hrs away
Quepos XQP 1,5 hours away
Getting Around
A car is essential to explore the area. We can discuss a car exchange or rental (Honda Pilot or RAV4 options).
Map of Approximate Location
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People Like Us Local Guide
Let’s meet for a beach walk!
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