Spacious comfortable cabin and superb home cooking. Wonderful place to relax. A wild volcanic ecosystem. Great place for bird watching and getting close to nature. Barrett and Mariluz made our stay really special.

Barrett & Mariluz were incredible hosts. They provided the best hospitality imaginable. The location is amazing for providing a true off the grid experience in Costa Rica. The view of Turrialba volcano is gorgeous and at night you can see all the stars with pristine clarity. The rancho is great and provides plenty of privacy, like having your own little eco retreat in the mountains. The hikes nearby are amazing and offer you stunning views. I believe on a clear day you can see all the way to the Caribbean from the mountain top. The waterfall along Rio Guacimo is gorgeous and the wading pool is nice and open, great for swimming and highly refreshing. Mariluz is a great chef and we really enjoyed her cooking done with farm fresh ingredients (they grow and raise everything on the farm). What was also completely unexpected is how fast and reliable their wifi. Having travelled all over Costa Rica, we weren't expecting to have such reliable internet as we did, in the mountains above Guapiles of all places. Of course, we definitely recommend you don't spend too much time online while staying here. You will be doing yourself a big disservice. We are looking forward to staying with Barrett & Mariluz again in the future and we highly recommend their place to all. Nos encanto el lugar :(URL HIDDEN)Mariluz representa la esencia del costarricense y Barrett representa la amistad sin barreras(URL HIDDEN) Fuimos atendidos de la mejor manera, la amabilidad es constante y la hospitalidad es de primera calidad. Estamos sumamente agradecidos con la atencion brindada, en todo momento nos sentimos como en casa(URL HIDDEN) Les recomendamos 100% este pedacito de cielo, preparense para disfrutar de unas vacaciones inolvidables, llenas de experiencias invaluables(URL HIDDEN) Dese la oportunidad de observar parte de Costa Rica de una manera tradicional y exotica a la vez(URL HIDDEN)Visite Volcano View Foodie Lodge, su felicidad y paz estara garantizada por los anfitriones!

Driving up the mountain we didnt know what to expect and we kept wondering if we were going the right way. Once on top we were greeted by Barrett and welcomed on their farm. The next few days were very relaxing. The place is off the grid but with everything you need within reach. A short hike from a waterfall where you can swim and a private tour from barrett to their own waterfall was also really amazing. The meals were served daily and really delicious! The cabin itself is nice. Very private and with an amazing view of the hills. A bowl of fruits to welcome us and every morning fresh coffee. If you want something different in Costa Rica and really relax I would highly recommand. The way to get there is its own adventure. A 4wd is absolutely necessary... just keep driving!

THIS PLACE IS SO COOL! Definitely stay here if you get the chance. We chose it because we wanted to avoid crowds and explore the mountains. It is so secluded and beautiful it's magical. Mariluz and Barrett are super nice; Barrett picked us up from the bus stop and (like everyone else has said) the food is the best we had on our whole trip. Seafood soup, fried fish, sopa negra, and rice pudding were some of my favorite dishes. They even accommodated our pescatarian diet. It was very rainy during our stay, so most days we lounged around reading and did little walks in the mountains. There is an amazing swimming hole nearby that we thoroughly enjoyed. There's also so much good bird watching. I would definitely recommend coming here to relax for a few days. Oh and like everyone says, the road is absolutely insane. Plan on not going down it until it's time to leave.

Based on the already glowing reviews, deciding to stay with Barrett and Mari was a no-brainer. We realized early on that renting a car would be a hassle for us. Barrett immediately recommended a local driver, who met us right outside of baggage claim and gave us a fun and informative ride to Guapiles. There, Barrett met us in a 4x4 and up the rocky road we went. The property is absolutely gorgeous and has so much to offer. Not only do you have an entire cabin to yourself, but you also have access to swimming holes, waterfalls, dense jungle, a huge orchid collection, and a host of loving animals. We’d spend the mornings cooking farm fresh eggs, drinking Costa Rican coffee, and enjoying quiet time at “El Rancho,” a spacious pagoda just steps away from our front door. Our days were full of adventures on and around the property, whether that be exploring an ancient Mayan trench or diving into a private, pristine swimming hole. It’s already been said but it can’t be said enough. Mari’s food is incredible! Fresh tilapia, roast pork, stuffed chicken, yum, yum, yummmm! The fridge is also stocked with soda and beer for an extra treat. Barrett was even kind enough to grab some wine for us while in town on an errand. Our only advice…Make sure to pack that bug spray and anti-itch cream! But, overall, tremendous stay! A great way to see what it’s like to live off-the-grid pura vida style.

Our two nights stay with Barrett and Mari was the highlight of our one month pura vida vacation. Getting to their place was an adventure itself, once you arrive, you are in for an awesome treat. Hiking trails abound, excellent food lovingly prepared by Mari, million dollar views from the porch and bedroom windows. We saw a lot of different kinds of birds, without leaving the cottage. We went for a walk, one early morning, up the road and we saw all sorts of animals, in this huge tree; lots of white faced monkies, a couple of wild turkeys, a few colorful toucans and some unidentified birds. It was neat to see how they were all hanging out together. We had an awesome and relaxing time, planning to return next year and stay longer than two nights.

Mariluz and Barrett's place is a very relaxing place to stay, while being an authentic experience away from all the crowds. The bed was super comfortable, and the space was unique. Since it is up quite a long 4x4 road, I would recommend bringing any snacks, drinks, or food you might need for your stay. It is great that Mariluz & Barrett serve food for a reasonable rate, and Mariluz seems incredibly passionate about her cooking! We only stayed one night but we loved the property and being able to hike to the waterfall.

This place is amazing. To get there definitely requires a 4x4 and it is about 45 minutes away from the highway but it is so worth it!! I highly recommend going for the excellent food and the jungle experience. The waterfall and swimming hole nearby are incredible!!

Eduardo met us in nearby Guapiles to lead us to the grocery store and then the house, which was very much appreciated. We enjoyed a couple of quiet nights in the forest, and a very peaceful stay. Listening to the nearby stream, and the rain, and a very short hike to see the waterfall was fantastic. We cooked all our meals and the kitchen had everything we needed. Bed was comfortable, shower was hot, and a neighbor nearby checked on us to make sure we had everything we needed. House is very well secured. Would definitely recommend!

Eduardo met us in town to lead us to the property. He showed us around, and how everything in the house works. Everything was as described in the listing. Well equipped kitchen. Wonderful neighbor Odi who looked after the place and us during our stay. No TV, but you get toucans every day, howler monkeys coming by frequently, and a rufous motmot on two mornings early. Has a river nearby, with swimming hole. Listing says no WiFi, but we were able to get cell coverage on our Movistar phone, and WiFi through the phone.

Esteban and Dayana were wonderful! They were both very friendly and helpful. We had a hard time finding the place when we first got there, but eventually figured out that the turnoff is at the big blue globe looking thing, across the street from the old firetruck. Our GPS maps got us to the general area, but couldn't find the actual place since there aren't really addresses in the area. They offered to let us come a day early and so we did and spent eight nights in the house. The property is very beautiful and the house is roomy. If you're looking for an upscale resort experience, this probably isn't the place for you, but it was perfect to give us the feel for how Costa Ricans in the area live. We had some issues with cockroaches and ants due to the house being in the mountains, but Dayana was great to bring us by some bug spray. We sprayed every night and swept up the dead bugs every morning. My high maintenance daughter struggled with how primitive the house was, but the rest of us didn't mind the authentic experience. It was a lot like camping to us spoiled Americans! Each of the three bedrooms has a bathroom attached and one has hot water in the shower, which was fabulous! We swam in the pool the first couple of days, but after that it started to get kind of green due to the spring water that fills it. They had asked us if we wanted them to come by and clean the pool during our stay and we said no, not knowing how dirty it gets, so it was totally our fault. I know they would have come cleaned it if we asked, but we ended up being fine without it. We saw lots of lizards and a couple of tiny blue jean frogs during our visit. The frogs were adorable! The house was clean when we arrived and the appliances, fans and tv worked great! It was a short walk down the dirt lane to the bus stop to go to the local towns for grocery shopping and the bus cost less than $1/person. Dayana also gave us the name and number of a local driver, Michael, who was very reasonably priced. He drove us multiple places, including back to San Jose for our flight home and I would highly recommend using him while in the area. He was great. The price for the house was very reasonable and it accommodated the six of us perfectly. The property was very peaceful. I would stay there again.

New filter on the pool - stays clean much longer now. Nicely landscaped - lots of monkeys & toucans.

Listing was accurate. We went by and saw property before booking, so there were no surprises. Beautiful property. Saw howler monkeys. toucans, lots of other birds. Very peaceful and safe neighborhood. Short walk to bus stop, which easily gets you to Guapiles, and from there to San Jose. We were staying for a longish time - 10 weeks - and our hosts got WiFi installed for our use. House is a little spartan, but continually improving. Great Tica experience! Wonderful hosts!

Wunderbares Häuschen, lädt zum Verweilen ein.

Ein kleines süßes Häuschen herrlich gelegen zwischen Flüssen. Die Gastgeber sind sehr nett und zuvor kommend- herzlicher Empfang.Gut erreichbar nahe Sarapiqui. Einfache Ausstattung für kurzen Stopp.Kein WLAN in der Ausstattung dabei.

Just as cute as in the photo. Nice property. Little pond to swim in, small creek, small tilapia farm on site. Two bathrooms. Kitchen is barely furnished. Compared to everywhere else we’ve stayed, a good buy.

We hace bien welcomed by Oscar's parents who are so sweet and so kind. The place is really gorgeous and of you have good eyes you can observe animals and insects. It's a petty we couldn't stay longer.

Very special and beautiful place. So many ways to enjoy. Just sitting on the porch is fabulous. Oscar and Marianne extraordinary people and very accomodating.

A beautiful place, overwhelming nature: humming birds, butterflies, flowers, fruits falling from the trees, monkeys abound, a turtle swimming past in the creek. The only thing failing were some chairs, to sit on, in the porch

Muy bonita cabaña con todos los servicios necesarios, no tiene WiFi pero es lo que se busca para desconectarse realmente. Tiene pequeño río muy cercano. Lo recomiendo

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Carmenza's family did everything to ensure we had all we needed - including finding us (we were a little lost, down in Rio Frio) and leading us back to the house. Great house, brand new, all very clean, with a new washing machine, huge refrigerator with ice maker, nice neighbors, and a couple of friendly neighbor dogs that were happy to hang out with us from time to time. Comfortable king size bed. It is out in a rural area, but not far from Hwy 4 and local attractions (Braulio Carillo Park, Heliconia Island, La Selva). Live like a Tica!

This place is perfect if you are looking for an authentic secluded place to enjoy the Costa Rican countryside. Ask for one of the cabins across tthe road if you like sleeping to the sound of rushing water and waking to birds and howler monkeys in the distance.

This is a very special place. We really loved to stay here, in an amazing nature. Our sons - and we - really appreciated to swim in the rivers, and we all enjoyed to just hang out in the house. The road to get here is very bad (last 10 km) so you must have a 4w4, and make sure to bring what you gonna need during your stay. There is nothing but nature here, nothing else to do. And that was exactly what we loved so much here. Its possible to have homemade meals for an extra cost, we had dinner twice and it was really good. Its also possible to cook own food in the house. To describe the kind of people who owns this place: our youngest son forgot a really loved toy, and they found it, took care of it, contacted us and are going to send it to our home country. Just warm hearted people do something like that. We really really hope we can return one day.

This place was the highlight of our trip. A trip that included the Caribbean coast, Arenal and a large strech of the Pacific Coast. You truly get away from it all. You have your own private waterfall and swimming holes, your own patch of jungle and amazing hosts. Barrett is a stand up awesome guy who could not have been more accommodating and was a genuine pleasure to meet and get to know. His wonderful wife Mariluz made us some of the best food we ate all trip! We will be kicking ourselves forever for not staying at this place longer, or at least until we make it back. If you have a 4x4 on your trip don't miss this place! You will tell everyone what an amazing time you had in Guapiles, people will ask "where?" and that is why this places is so magic.

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We wished we had more days to spend at this house in Turrialba. Graciela was so very kind and accommodating. The house was very clean and comfortable and the amenities were much appreciated. The hot water was a perfect temperature and the off-the-street parking was very secure. The house is located in a convenient part of town on a quiet, dead-end street. We would have given a 5-star rating had there not been a rooster perched in a tree near our window that crowed all night.

Graciela was a great host and very friendly. She was available when we needed something and responded fast whenever we had a question. The house is perfect for what we needed and has everything a family would need. We had a beautiful stay in the house and a nice time in the area. It is a very beautiful region. Thank you Graciela!

La casa es muy acogedora, con bonitas vistas en una zona tranquila de la ciudad, totalmente equipada. Graciela fue muy amable y atenta con nosotros.

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Graciela en haar broer Marcello hebben alles gedaan om te zorgen dat onze vakantie plezierig verliep. We werden hartelijk ontvangen in een schoon en ruim huis. Het huis is ook zeer geschikt voor gezinnen met kinderen, je kan probleemloos lopen naar het stadje, het ligt gunstig naast een busstation. Het huis is van alle gemakken voorzien, het is echt om aan te raden om hier aantal dagen te verblijven. We hebben genoten van gastvrijheid en mogelijkheid om kijkje te nemen in leven van Costaricanen. Gaciela en Marcello zijn zeer behulpzaam en vriendelijk, ze helpen je graag met tips en informatie.

Nos sentimos como en casa en esta propiedad muy cómoda. Graciela y su hermano Marcelo eran muy amable ! Gracias por todo ! :)