Title: Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=18797647&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys ![Interior - Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys (San Miguel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797647/c1140404.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys (San Miguel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797647/5802a05c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys (San Miguel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797647/e31f1a6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys (San Miguel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797647/1cd57c27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys (San Miguel)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18797700/18797647/d4a32a9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located between Volcan Poas and Braulio Carrillo National Park, this elegant home offers the perfect blend of seclusion, relaxation, and natural beauty. Unwind on the spacious wraparound patio or enjoy a soothing massage arranged with local neighbors; explore nearby river rafting adventures or venture out to spot dozens of bird species. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £166 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar ## 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. ### Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys Confortable place for a small group or large family. Situated between Volcan Poas and Braulio Carrillo National Park, just 40 miles north of San Jose and 20 miles before La Selva Biological Station, this elegant home is ideally located as a base camp for your Costa Rican birding tours. Our modern Eco friendly forest home is super clean, spacious and it comes equipped with washer and dryer. Located in a friendly small town. If you are interested in seclusion, relaxation, and natural beauty, then this spacious, unique house is for you! Come see where the comforts of a home meet unspoiled nature. From venturing out and being one with nature, to letting nature come to you while relaxing on the wraparound patio, this place has it all for the eco enthusiast. We hope you don't mind visitors; Toucans, monkeys, and dozens of species of birds stop by here to enjoy this paradise. 2 night minimum \*We can arrange, with our local neighbors, home cooked meals, local tours and relaxing professional massages at affordable prices. If you need help coordinating a taxi pick up from the SJO airport budget $90 each way. Local cab service from the house to San Miguel cost $3\. . Local activities in the area are affordable and fun. From San Miguel you can go via public bus or taxi. The area is great for activities such as river rafting, coffee tour, hiking and bird watching. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - No lift - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Visual alarms in hallways - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,600 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112440000/112435400/112435365/1ce8b534.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jungle Bungalow at Oropel Lodge Puerto Viejo - Breakfast included - Air-conditioning - Parking available - 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Treat others the way you want to be treated to avoid property insurance or deposits ### Pets Pets are allowed Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Not allow on the furniture or beds ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses a grey water recycling system Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Breakfast Toucans Monkeys House San Miguel Breakfast Toucans Monkeys House Breakfast Toucans Monkeys San Miguel Breakfast Toucans Monkeys With Toucans Monkeys Miguel Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys San Miguel Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Sarapiquí, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Poás Volcano National Park and Refugio de Vida Silvestre Bosque Alegre reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Costa Rica Best Chocolate and Corso Lechería. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our San Miguel travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Miguel.dx553248635973280293) [View more Holiday homes in San José](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Jose-Private-Holiday-Homes.d603085-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%7C10.31591%2C-84.17919&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_pOqBKiBICm-Fqjs5KkhswDJSjY=) San Miguel, Alajuela ### What's nearby - ![Welcome to Jurassic World #ThisIsCostaRica #CostaRica #JurassicWorld #JurassicPark #LaPaz #WaterfallGardens #LaPazWaterfallGardens #JacoGuides #PuraVida #PuraVidaLifeStyle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/828896368944574464/598203ad-3723-4085-9f96-7f78b5fe7c85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) La Paz Waterfall Gardens 30 min drive \- 10.8 miles - Laguna del Hule 17 min drive \- 5.0 miles - Laguna Río Cuarto 18 min drive \- 6.8 miles - Juan Castro Blanco National Park 31 min drive \- 11.6 miles - Costa Rica Nature Pavilion 35 min drive \- 10.6 miles ### Getting around - San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) 64 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante El Paraíso 14 min drive - Bar La Guacamaya 13 min drive - Muerta hambre Beto's 7 min drive - Mi Cafecito Coffee Tour 8 min drive - Soda Donde Pity 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys? ### How much is parking at Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys? ### What time is check-in at Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys? ### What time is check-out at Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys? ### Where is Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Breakfast With Toucans And Monkeys Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 44 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason H. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique Stay Very cool spot in the cool mountains! Surrounded by nature. Great bird watching and a very nicce hike to the sarapique river. ##### Jason H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane and Henry P. 9 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Most relaxing vacay ever! This home is a perfect retreat when you need rest. The outdoor spaces are perfect to watch birds, hear monkeys, experience the vegetation and enjoy fresh lemons and coconuts! We only left to attend a wedding otherwise we simply enjoyed the home and the rain forest. ##### Jane and Henry P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B. 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wildlife Haven!! Such a perfect, clean, and private location that suited our family's needs. We walked the trail to the river several times during the day and night to observe the wildlife and photographed so many birds, insects, reptiles, and amphibians. We could have spent the entire week here! ##### Mark B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth S. 28 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, beautiful setting My family of 5 loved this home! We stayed just two nights after staying near Manuel Antonio and then La Fortuna so we could visit the Blue Falls and have a short drive back to SJO - and then wished we could stay longer. The home is very well stocked, has several cute sitting areas, and is perfect for bird watchers. We really enjoyed a dinner in that the neighbor prepared for us. Our stay definitely exceeded our expectations! ##### Beth S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cale D. 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family set up in the jungle This was a beautiful property inside and out. We loved the space. It was comfortable and clean. We loved exploring outside too. Perfect for our family to spend time together. Gloria was a wonderful host and helped us whenever we had questions about the area. Definitely a perfect set up for our family of 6! ##### Cale D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky M. 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay Here!!! This place is exotic! 6 of us stayed here with plenty of space. The first day some of our group was ill and so we stayed in most of the day. It still felt like an exotic vacation. The views of the jungle, the wild life, and the plants are amazing on this property. We loved how much character the property and house has! The beds were so comfortable. The house had everything we needed. Gloria was so responsive and helpful. There is so much to do once we left the property. The neighbors are so nice! The local places to eat and close grocery stores were perfect. This place is next level! Our family travels often and I would recommend this place to everyone! Price was perfect! ##### Becky M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia (Trish) H. 27 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A wonderful, unique place to stay We absolutely loved this house, grounds, and location. The owner has thought of all the little things that make a house feel like a home. The huge outdoor porches with comfortable tables and chairs while looking at the Poas Volcano in the distance is a dream come true. Howler monkeys talked to us every day and the bird life surrounded the entire area. We really did wake to Toucans and Monkeys. If you want a place to stay that you’ll always want to come back to then this is it. Owner Gloria goes above all expectations to make this both comfortable and unique. Wish we could give it 10 stars. ##### Patricia (Trish) H. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim S. 30 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2024 Costa Rican Getaway I have stayed at a lot of VRBO properties and this is by far one of the most unique & amazing. Very clean & comfortable. There are a lot of areas to spread out & enjoy your stay. My favorite was the raised deck above the parking area. Very Clean. Well appointed. Easy to codes & key for access & security. The host, Gloria was amazing, friendly, professional, responsive, & extremely helpful. The delivered local foods were unexpected & very very thoughtful. If you are reading reviews trying to decide whether to stay here or not, book it, you will not be disappointed. ##### Tim S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yurima E. 28 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise/Paraiso I've been having the best experience of my life here in this beautiful paradise. To start, Mrs. Gloria is a lovely person who is always attentive to our needs. She answers all my questions promptly and is super friendly. Yadi and his family are incredibly kind and their breakfasts and meals are delicious, especially the rice pudding. I haven't enjoyed meals this much in years, I absolutely loved them. Manuel and his family are also very loving people, making us feel like a part of their family. Their cheeses and cow's milk are spectacular. Gloria's house is so peaceful with the most beautiful views we've ever seen. The toucans, monkeys, and the variety of bird species make it feel like a place out of this world. The waterfalls and views are the best. When I return to Costa Rica, I will definitely be staying here every day. Why look for more when you can have it all in one place? See you soon 🇨🇷 Pura Vida ♥️ ##### Yurima E. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason M. 26 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2 nightstay Excellent! ##### Jason M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse 27 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Our children loved the unique character of the home. The view surrounding the home is amazing. There is a fun trail leading down to a river, beautiful garden with tasty fruit and we saw toucans. The host was very sweet and helpful. What a great place to stay. ##### Jesse Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Regina K. 13 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect This house was everything we hoped for, it’s location was perfect and was outstanding. It had everything we needed, not only inside and outside. The host was extremely available and helpful for any questions that we had, looking forward to coming back!! Ken and Regina ##### Regina K. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis G., Sutton, Canada 14 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beauty of nature The nature that surrounds this property is breathtaking. Not only are the toucans there, but a host of birds are vying for your attention. Gloria will answer all your questions and offer you all the suggestions to enjoy the neighborhood to the fullest. Off the beaten track for those looking for nature and authenticity. ##### Denis G. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne L. 5 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Genuine Costa Rican Hospitality We enjoyed our stay at Gloria’s house. Bright, airy, private and spacious. Plenty of room to gather or have privacy both indoors and out. We had two couples, could definitely accommodate more. Gloria and ger neighbor were so helpful and accommodating. Yadi’s breakfasts and dinners were delicious snd so affordable. We highly reccommendz ##### Joanne L. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Salwa E. 21 Mar 2017 #### Perfect Family Vacation! My family of five stayed in Gloria's beautiful home for 7 days. She is the perfect host! She provided us with information for different things to do, where to eat etc. Everything was within an hour a way from the house. The location of this house is wonderful. It's away from the city and you feel like you are in your own paradise. The house itself is gorgeous. Gloria definitely made sure that we enjoyed our time in Costa Rica. My girls did not want to leave - thank you Gloria!! ##### Salwa E. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcia C. 4 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another day in Paradise Our stay exceeded our expectations and was the best part of our trip to Costa Rica. Our hostess, Gloria, was amazing. She communicated in a prompt and caring manner to any questions. We were greeted by the wonderful neighbors upon arrival. Warm empanadas when we arrived, breakfast prepared at our house the next morning and dinner with amazing neighbors. I truly felt like I had landed in Heaven. We will return and absolutely appreciate the opportunity to experience a piece of Heaven on earth! Do not miss an opportunity to enjoy this fabulous property. ##### Marcia C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda P. 2 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome!!!!! The best place we have ever stayed! Everything you need and more!. Relaxing, hiking trails, rivers, monkeys, toucans, and many more beautiful birds to watch. The property is absolutely stunning. The home was exactly as stated and more. The pictures can not do it justice. Gloria, the host, was equally awesome. She goes above and beyond to make sure your stay is great. We have stayed in a lot of VRBO properties and this was the best experience and communication ever! The meals prepared for us were a real treat. Already planning our next trip there. Would not stay anyway else in Costa Rica!!! ##### Brenda P. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karol S. 27 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unbelievably Amazing We were beyond please with this place, we spent two and half weeks here on and off, the beauty and abundance of nature contrasted with the beauty of the town, people and service went beyond our expectations, by far our favorite place so far in our yearly vacations to mi Tierra... we are so grateful of the existence of this place and the people who made our trip so wonderful with their sweet hospitality , truly heaven in tiquicia. Thank you again for everything. Stuff to check out the mi cafecito place, with it’s top typical Costa Rican food and amazing service, the small river after the rio sarapiquí was an amazing experience for all the three of our children ( 12 months, 5 year old and 8 year old), the day trip to the waterfall and then to the serpentario in La Virgen, the food there also delicious, also the pizza spot in that same town, off the chain... we hope we will be able to come again soon. ##### Karol S. Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie T., Sámara, Costa Rica 11 Apr 2018 #### Unique home, beautiful property, great for nature lovers! Our family of 5 (2 adults, 3 children) stayed in this home for 4 nights. It was easy to find with GPS coordinates provided by the owner, Gloria. Communications with Gloria were excellent - from the welcome emails prior to our arrival to checking in with us to ensure we'd settled in. The house is spacious and well-stocked with housewares and some basic cooking supplies (oils, herbs and spices,etc). The grounds are beautiful with all manner of plants, some fruit trees, and even pineapples growing in various spots on the grounds. Birders will love the wide variety of bird species that can be seen right from the patio - we also saw an agouti (large rodent) walk through the garden daily. La Paz Waterfall Gardens is a short drive away, and a couple of the waterfalls can be visited from the main road, without entering the gardens. The views from the road are spectacular as well. I would advise arriving during daylight hours as clouds/fog can take over the road at higher elevations making driving difficult. Highly recommend this home for a relaxing stay and a home base for day trips to the various local attractions/activities. We would definitely consider a repeat stay if we return to the area in the future. ##### Melanie T. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly J. 14 Sept 2016 #### Amazing! My spouse and I stayed in this rental for 6 nights in April of 2016\. We had done extensive internet searches for places to stay in the area and finally decided on this one. The owner. Gloria was most helpful in providing directions and recommending things to do in the area. The photos really don't do the house justice. It's such a beautiful and relaxing space that we really had to tear ourselves away to go on daytime adventures. We managed to so however, and visited the Nature Pavilion in La Virgen, La Selva Biological Station, and Poas Volcano, all easy day trips from the house. We were concerned at first that it would be too hot to sleep comfortably without air conditioning, but despite hot temps during the day, the air cooled nicely in the evenings and we were perfectly comfortable. We heard, but did not see Howler Monkeys every day. The bird life around the yard was amazing and we added many birds to our life lists. We especially enjoyed the Oropendolas and Parrots. Gloria recommended the Montana Restaurant just a few kilometers away. We had lunch there and was amazingly good. We hope to visit again one day. Gracias, Gloria! ##### Kelly J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### STEPHANIE B. 20 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabuleux Magnifique maison avec de très grands espaces, un environnement extérieur exceptionnel. La maison dispose de beaucoup d'équipements, rien ne manque. Une decoration interieure superbe. Nous avons pu observer des animaux, beaucoup d'oiseaux dont les toucans. Gloria a su répondre très rapidement à toutes nos questions. Ce gîte fait parti de nos plus belles locations merci Gloria ##### STEPHANIE B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lionel b., Lyon 17 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabuleuse maison dans la nature Propriétaire très disponible et réactive. Propose de nombreuses activites et répond à nos attentes. Possibilité de se faire préparer les repas. Vaste maison très agréable. Très fleurie .Point de départ pour de nombreuses excursions ( volcan Poas, rafting, cascade del Toro...) ##### lionel b. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniele B. 21 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### La casa de Gloria This is a beautiful house surrounded by tropical vegetation with a lot of different patios and terrace. We saw two toucans feasting in the banana trees! Muchas gracias Gloria! We really enjoyed our stay! ##### Daniele B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue M., Toronto, Canada 11 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible experience We had an amazing time here. The house has everything you could need - we were here for a month, so I do mean everything - and the property owner, Gloria, was promptly responsive to all our questions, and proactive in suggesting things to do and places to go. There are lots of great things to do in this past of Costa Rica, but the best part of the experience was the birds and animals right at the house. An unbelievable variety of birds - you really do have breakfast with toucans - and we heard howler monkeys every day, and saw howlers, capuchin monkeys and coatis. It was just incredible. It exceeded our expectations in every way. ##### Sue M. Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rhonda L., California 14 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent! This property is very beautiful! It is one of the larger homes in the area with gorgeous landscaping and all of the comforts of home. The house is well stocked and supplied with many amenities to cook, clean, shower, relax, whatever you need to enjoy your stay. It was very clean and well taken care of. We enjoyed all of the nature and animal sounds as well as the fresh flowers and fruit from the gardens. There is a beautiful deck to enjoy the views which was just recently built. Gloria is a fantastic host, very kind and communication was easy and prompt. We met the locals and enjoyed an authentic dinner cooked by a local chef right at the house while we relaxed. Very nice place and an amazing experience for our kids 14 and 10\. Can’t wait to return again someday! ##### Rhonda L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ---