Our Location

We live in the province of Guanacaste, on the northern Pacific coast of the Nicoya peninsula. This region of Costa Rica is more arid than areas further south (although we get our fair share of rain), and is known for its cattle, cowboys and rodeos. The closest airport is Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia, which offers daily flights on Continental, Delta, United, Frontier, and American airlines. It is approximately an hour and fifteen minute drive from the airport to the cabinas, all but the last two miles on paved roads.

The cabinas are located just outside of a town called Paraiso -- which you probably won't find on a map! It is an easy walk or drive to the beach from the cabinas, down a (mostly) shaded, quiet dirt road. The closest beach, located at the end of the road less than a mile from the cabinas, is called Playa Callejones. It is a lava reef beach, ideal for snorkeling or surfing. Often the beach is deserted, but if you do share it with others it is likely just a handful of locals. This is definitely not a tourist spot! As the tide goes out, tidepools perfect for soaking and sunbathing reveal themselves all along the reef, some big enough for two! :) Head north on the beach and you will find a soft sandy area without any reef, perfect for swimming or surfing lessons. Head a little further north on the beach and you will find Playa Negra, an epic right-hand reef/point break. Very consistent and powerful, it is known as one of the best surf breaks in Costa Rica. Other nearby beaches are Playa Venado, Playa Junquillal, Playa Blanca, and Playa Avellanas. Each offer long stretches of deserted beach, beautiful sunsets and warm inviting water.

There are no stoplights, police, or nightclubs in our little town. There are a few consistently good restaurants nearby, as well as a couple of grocery stores for staples and beer. If it's nightlife you seek, you can find all you want in Tamarindo, just 30 minutes away. However if you are looking for someplace off the beaten path, with abundant wildlife, fresh fish and tropical fruit, where the beaches are uncrowded, the people are friendly, and the sunsets are picture perfect, you will love our little piece of tropical paradise!