Sometimes you get lucky.
After a week of surfing and yoga, I wanted to spend my last few days in Costa Rica doing nothing in a beautiful, comfortable place. I spent hours looking at rentals online trying to find the perfect one. There were many options to choose from on the southern Caribbean coast, and I finally realized I was stressing out too much about it and just booked something.
This little casita turned out to be even better than the photos.
A bit of Bali in Costa Rica
This simple, yet comfortable Balinese house was imported from Bali and re-assembled in this lush, tropical wonderland in Ojochal, Costa Rica. The American couple who owns the property used to live in Bali, and they wanted to bring a bit of that with them to Costa Rica.
Each casita had its own Buddha nearby.
Every day I took advantage of the labyrinth for walking meditation.
A tropical wonderland
The landscaping of the property was incredible. The owners created a tropical wonderland. Wild enough to feel remote and exciting, yet tame enough to enjoy. Walking paths led past all kinds of plants from lemongrass to fruit trees to various types of bamboo.
The property got more wild as I descended to the foliage covered creek.
There were so many different (and loud) birds that visited the trees just outside my casita. The first morning, I stepped outside for a walk and two large toucans swooped loudly just ten feet away.
Manuel says
Ammazing tip for travel! Is costa rica expensive for travel? THank you for your nice blog.
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Stephanie says
Costa Rica is probably the more expensive place to travel in Central America, but it is quite affordable compared to the US.
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Jesse Richheimer @ Green Global Travel says
Costa Rica looks magnificent! I’ve heard its among the most beautiful places in the world. Embracing the outside beauty of this Central American nation is what life is all about. I can’t even begin to imagine what it felt like waking up to the running creeks and echoing birds. I hope to explore Costa Rica soon enough!
Stephanie says
It is amazing to think about waking up to that every day.
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Bishow says
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April Yap says
I am very lucky because I already experienced the Costa Rica place and adventure and the most I like is the ambiance of that place.
Penny says
Balinese architecture is truly incredible … you got really lucky to find such a place in Costa Rica!
Christina says
Costa Rica looks beautiful and lush. I’m looking forward to visiting soon. Thanks for posting.
Hotel Hi5 Nashik says
These are beautiful pictures of Costa Rica.
Same day taj mahal tour by car says
Cool pictures specially buddha and stone pictures, All the pictures are looking stunning, This is peaceful and pretty place. thanks for the sharing such a nice article
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nirmala says
Really Awesome pictures, I can see the beautiful nature.Keep it up, Stephanie.
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Jon says
thank you, . I am planning to visit with my sister and nephew. Definitely, that information will be helpful for me.