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Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach!

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Beach/ocean view
Interior
Exterior
Beach nearby
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Cocles, Limon
  • Playa Cocles
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Limon (LIO)
    ‪65 min drive‬

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About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

At this cottage you'll be within steps of Playa Cocles and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo. .Accommodation features free WiFi, a patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a stovetop. A safe and a desk are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 2 min walk
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 5 min walk
  • Playa Chiquita - 3 min drive
  • Punta Uva Beach - 4 min drive
  • Black Beach - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Nena - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Salsa Brava - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Amimodo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noa Beach Club - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach!

Casa Mariposa is charming rustic Caribbean style houses surrounded by lush vegetation & abundant wildlife, yet only 200 yards from beautiful Cocles Beach. It is the best of both worlds, in the heart of the jungle & so close to the sea. Your very own tropical paradise at an affordable price!

Casa Colibri and Casa Mariposa are in the tiny village of Cocles on the Southern Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica. The nearest town that you will find in most guidebooks is Puerto Viejo de Talamanca which is about 2 miles north.

Within 10 miles of the houses there are more than 6 incredible beaches (the closest, Playa Cocles, a lazy 4 minute walk from the houses), two national parks with hiking trails, world class surfing, snorkeling along a very active coral reef about 25 feet from the water line on Punta Uva beach and in Manzanillo. Guests are invited to spend the day at the Noa Beach Club, enjoy lunch and beverage service on the beach. Sign up for zipline canopy tours, indigenous reserve walks, visit botanical and butterfly gardens, tour the jaguar reserve and sloth rescue center, take yoga classes and go kayaking - most of which you can do on your own or with a guide or group. Or, just swing in a hammock on the terrace, where you’ll spot toucans, sloths, butterflies, howler monkeys, aguati & hummingbirds!

The region offers really fantastic food. A few of our local favorites are El Refugio Grill, GypSea, Cafe Rico, Tiare, Stasha con Fusion, Chili Rojo, Bread & Chocolate Cafe & Bamboocha. Some of the finest dining in the area can be found in Cocles, a short 5 minute walk from Casa Colibri and Casa Mariposa at La Pecora Nera. Also highly recommended for cocktails is Le Cameleon. There are a few well stocked grocery stores nearby and several wonderful cafes & don't miss the farmers' market in Puerto Viejo on Saturday.

Can be rented with our other cottage, Casa Colibri to sleep a total of 7 guests!

Casa Mariposa Amenities:
1 bedroom with 2 queen beds

an open living, dining area and terrace

fully equipped kitchen

1 bathroom with a hot water shower

fiber optics

locally crafted furniture & art

towels and bed linens are provided

purified drinking water provided

ceiling fans

mosquito nets available upon request

complete door & window screening

security box

enhanced cleaning methods

contactless self check in available

Property manager

Sharon Smiley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a deadlock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach!?

The closest beach to Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach! is Playa Chiquita (1.9 km).

Does Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach! have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach!?

No, Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Casa Mariposa - Jungle Oasis, Close to the Beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle Oasis
You will want for nothing in this open-air bungalow tucked away in a lush neighborhood surrounded by tropical foliage. The property has a huge outdoor covered porch with lights, a fan, and comfortable furniture. The kitchen inside is equipped with everything you might need and the knives and pots and pans are all of excellent quality. The beds are comfortable and there is ample lighting and electrical outlets. Sharon was excellent with all communication and gave us great suggestions for activities and restaurants. The only drawback is there will be bugs in the home - not a lot, but if you are the type that this will bother you, this isn’t the place for you! I would definitely come back here and could easily have stayed a month!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Melody A.

Misrepresented listing
I have come to Costa Rica many times, including Puerto Viejo and I paid to stay in this house for 36 days with my son, and left after 6. I am aware of the bugs and environment there. The listing clearly states "fully screened in windows and doors" and this is NOT accurate. There are large unscreened gaps under the windows, between the windows, between the roof and the screens, between the floor and the walls and holes in some screens. This allows many types of bugs and critters to enter, which is exactly what happened. There were two wasp nests on the porch and the wasps kept entering (one of us is allergic), the owner said "bug spray is available" but I requested she come over to spray them, they kept coming back. We had many cockroaches in the bathroom and kitchen and one fell in my hair! A large grasshopper in the shower, a large spider in the bathroom and twice a lizard fell on me while I was in bed sleeping. On top of all the bugs, the first night we arrived, was a massive rain storm which then leaked over our bed and into the kitchen, the owner did eradicate the leaks the following day but the home was so humid our sheets never dried and I was only offered clean sheets when I requested them. As far as the beach being a 2 min walk, that is also not accurate. The beach is about a 10 min walk down a long dirt road. The owner refused to refund me when I informed her we were leaving early due to our safety and the amount of bugs. Don't stay here unless you plan on camping.
Stayed 36 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Mariposa. Sharon is a wonderful host - she prepared us early with tips for restaurants and area activities. She was very responsive, communicating and responding quickly and thoughtfully. The house is perfect. We especially enjoyed the hammock! It was well appointed to make meals, relax, etc. We used the bikes and appreciated the beach towels. Definitely reserving again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G., Uptown Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little casa in a great jungle setting
We enjoyed our month at Casa Mariposa. Sharon is a great host who is always available to answer questions and take care of any problems that crop up. The property included two bikes, beach chairs, and even boogie boards. We love staying in these traditional wood houses. But this one is special because unlike many rentals in Costa Rica it has a modern plumbing system with filtered water and a central hot water system that works, as well as a modern bathroom and nicely equipped kitchen. The Wi-Fi worked well enough to stream video, which is a big upgrade from our past experiences in Puerto Viejo. The casa is centrally located a short bike ride from two large grocery stores, as well as Cocles beach and Playa Chiquita. All in all, a great place to spend time in Puerto Viejo.
Stayed 34 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravinder K.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing month away
We had the privilege of spending a month in Cocles at the property. It was so hard to leave at the end of our stay. The place had everything we needed (well-appointed kitchen, mosquito nets, outdoor shower, etc.). The host lives next door and responded to our needs immediately. She also provided lots of suggestions about local activities and restaurants. Perhaps the best advice she gave was that the Noa Beach Club (a short walk from the house) allows outside visitors the use of the pools, restaurant, beach furniture, etc. It was an amazing life saver when the kids were tired of salt water or if the waves got too big. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clair H., Anchorage

Liked: Cleanliness
Very gracious hostess, friendly, informative.
Avery nice location, within walking distance to beach and restaurants. Comfortable and quiet, animals we not quiet, but wonderful sounds. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

William K., Bethlehem, NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Mariposa was perfect
Casa Mariposa had everything we needed for a 3 week stay. Sharon and Sylvia were great hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and we were sad to leave. We just loved it!❤️
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Howler Monkey Chorus Delight
The property is very cute and we loved the “glamping” aspect: I don’t camp but having the screened in windows open to the jungle noises at night was great, especially hearing the howler monkeys! Sometimes the power goes out for a while but we contacted the property manager who sorted it out. One caution: it is a good 4.5 hour drive from San Jose and would be very difficult to find at night, so plan to leave early to get there in the daytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020