Title: Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30520000/30515300/30515270/4765098f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30520000/30515300/30515270/2068bcec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30520000/30515300/30515270/784735a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30520000/30515300/30515270/aeac1e66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30520000/30515300/30515270/549e526b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the mountains of Costa Rica's Southern Pacific Region, Corazon del Rio offers a tranquil retreat with a cascading waterfall and river views. Relax on one of two upstairs decks or unwind in the wading pool, while enjoying access to a large open-air kitchen and nearby hiking trails. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 144000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Pool - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard SUMMERY Relax in an amazing jungle environment with a cascading waterfall, river and a swim hole we've named "Corazon del Rio" (Heart of the River). We brought part of the river into the living area, its sound and the ability to sit with your feet in the water, or relax in its wading pool, gives the Pura Vida (Pure Life) spirit we wanted for our guests to enjoy. THE SPACE Aside from your cozy bedroom, enjoy either one of the two upstairs decks. One looks out at the La Ceiba River and the other overlooks the water feature and living area within the casa. Downstairs rest in a hammock, dangle your feet in the living area creek, or relax in our wading pool. Hungry? Cook your own meal in our beautiful large open-air kitchen. We welcome you to make memories and relax in our Pura Vida environment. LOCATION Corazon del Rio can be found on Google Maps. It is located in the Southern Pacific Region of Costa Rica in the quiet mountain village of Platanillo. Just head up the paved road 15 minutes from the beach town of Dominical, to our cooler climate at 1200 feet above sea level. Here you can enjoy our long cascading waterfall just steps away or take a day hike right from our casa to see four more local waterfalls (La Sota, El Tronco, La Raiz and Las Piedras). Get to know this little secret location a bit better! Just one kilometer away, the small village has restaurants, two grocery stores, a bakery, among other shops and services. A weekly framer's market is just ten minutes up the road in the neighboring town of Tinamaste. One of the most spectacular waterfalls in Costa Rica, the Nauyaca Waterfall is just a short drive down the road. Not far to the EAST in Tinamaste is the Diamante Waterfall, the tallest waterfall in Costa Rica. Further east is San Isidro, the second largest city in Costa Rica. Take an hour drive NORTH to visit and hike in Manuel Antonio National Park which borders the harbor town of Quepos. A thirty minute drive SOUTH is Uvita, home of the famous Whale Tail and boat tours to see dolphins and whales. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways (102 centimetre high) - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% organic food - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - Unit size: 4,000 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 5 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Do not leave any dirty dishes please. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules There are 4 outdoor cameras which can be turned off during your stay, but please turn on at departure! Instructions in Welcome pack. Please respect our neighbors, NO TRESPASSING onto their property. Both are across the river, one at upper and the other at lower ends of our property. No Glass in casa or at swim hole or river ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Children over 10 supervised by parents are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Casa Corazon Rio is Complete Cascading Waterfall Swim Hole River ## About the area Located in Barú, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Nauyaca Waterfalls reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Parque Reptilandia and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Barú travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baru.dx6338897) [View more Holiday homes in Barú](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Baru-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6338897-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.27723%2C-83.79800&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aDlw0XXFYWVZ7odrHT2ILkjw3II=) San Isidro, Provincia de Alajuela ### What's nearby - Parque Reptilandia - 8 min drive - 3.3 miles - Nauyaca Waterfalls - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles - Playa Dominical - 20 min drive - 9.5 miles - Hacienda Baru - 20 min drive - 10.3 miles - Playa Dominicalito - 22 min drive - 11.4 miles ### Getting around - Quepos (XQP) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Moromo - ‬19 min drive - ‪La Junta - ‬19 min drive - ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬31 min drive - ‪Wasap Pollo - ‬19 min drive - ‪Cafe Mono Congo - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Nauyaca Waterfalls, Parque Reptilandia and Eco Chontales Waterfall. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Playa Barú are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Eco Villa with Cascading Waterfall, Swim Hole, River and Fruit Orchard Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### kathie b. 1 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Corozon del Rio was lovely! We stayed at Corozon del Rio for 7 nights with 3 of our adult children. The rooms were really nice and the open air kitchen/dining/living area was amazing. There were a lot of staples (oil, some spices etc) in the pantry which helped because we made most of our own meals while we were there. Everything we needed was there for cooking. The only down side was that were we unable to connect with the property manager after our arrival when he showed us around the building. We were hoping to have him help us arrange some tours but fortunately the property owner was always available via email and WhatsApp for any questions. ##### kathie b. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becca B. 30 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique hideaway A very unique property. Completely open to the rainforest. ##### Becca B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy H. 7 Jan 2019 #### A perfect home in the jungle! Our group could not have been more happy with our stay at Corazon del Rio. There were 10 of us, and we loved coming back to our home off the beaten path after a day of exploring the nearby areas. The kitchen is well equipped. The swim hole and waterfall behind the house was even prettier than I could have imagined. The water pressure only makes it possible to have one person take a shower at a time, but a minor hiccup in such a beautiful spot. The owner and hosts were extremely responsive. We could not have asked for a better place to ring in the New Year! ##### Judy H. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Debbie H. 11 Apr 2018 #### 4.5 Stars. This was an idealic Costa Rican escape! Fully immersed in nature”s beauty! The house was beautiful and the location was amazing. The only reason we did not give it a five star rating was due to tge fact that some of the amenities as descriped were misleading. There was no air conditioning, which was a criteria we searched for, instead there were ceiling fans in most of the rooms (we rented the full house). Unfortunately two of the rooms had no fans at all and were not ideal to sleep in. One room had a ceiling fan but could not be used because it hit the slanted ceiling ( needs to be reconfigured). We also listed a pool as a requirement, there was no pool instead the listing showed a quaint heart shaped water collection pool (4feet wide x ~3 feet long) and advertised a swimming hole beside the property. All of this was true however it was the dry season and so both were very low. I highly recommend this property for people who love nature and want a rustic and unique experience. My feedback is only intended to let people know exactly what the amenities are so their experience meets their expectations. One recommendation would be to have a bbq however I understand that may attract animal or pest. My family absolutely loved this property and it helped create such a wonderful experience with nature and the beauty of Costa Rica ##### Debbie H. 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