This property is a nature lover's paradise overlooking the Pacific Ocean and jungle of the Punta Leona Nature Reserve in the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. While you are here you can relax with the soothing sounds of the ocean while watching birds and monkeys from your deck. The property features a studio-apartment ideal for couples or solo travelers with option to add one additional bedroom for larger parties. The apartment, includes A/C, private one bathroom, internet and cable TV. It is located next to the main house and it shares the terrace, lap pool and whirlpool.
A secluded beach and tide pools can be reached by a 10 min walk from the property. A 20-min walk (3 min drive) will take you to Playa Blanca, one of Costa Rica's most beautiful white sand beaches where many activities such as snorkeling, surfing, and sea kayaking can be enjoyed.
The Punta Leona Nature Reserve is home to one of the last remaining primary and secondary forests that are found in the transitional life zone between the rain forests of the Southwest and the dry forests of the Northwest. Punta Leona is an enchanting place to visit for nature lovers, families, and bird watchers, who will be exposed to the biological diversity of Costa Rica. It is home to the rare and endangered Scarlet Macaw as well as over 330 migratory and native bird species. In addition, for those who love to walk, this area offers a spectacular shoreline with several beautiful secluded beaches and reefs to explore. One of these, Playa Blanca, a quiet, pristine, white sand beach, has been denominated a national Marine Wetland area to protect migratory bird species in the lowlands of the river estuary and beach of Playa Blanca.
The Punta Leona Private Club located within the reserve offers hikes in primary forest, birdwatching, restaurants, bars, swimming pools, a convenient store and other amenities. Please inquire about access to the private club AHEAD OF TIME. A fee may apply and availability is not warranted. The Punta Leona Reserve has one restaurant-pizza place, an ice cream parlor and a small convenience store open to all visitors.
The property is only 25 min away from Jacó, a lively surfing town with numerous local and eclectic restaurants, bars, shop, bakeries and ice-cream parlors.