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Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool

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A compact kitchen with a gas stove, sink, and a refrigerator. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck with lights.
A wooden cabin surrounded by dense tropical foliage, with visible windows and a porch area.
A rustic wooden interior with a wooden dining table, green chairs, a kitchen area with a refrigerator, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, coffee maker, and shelves with kitchenware.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Breakfast for a fee
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Puerto Viejo, Limon
  • Place, Playa Cocles
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Cocles
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

Located in Cahuita, this villa is on a river. Punta Uva Beach and Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Finca La Isla Botanical Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Map
Puerto Viejo, Limon

What's nearby

  • Playa Cocles - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Playa Cocles - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Foundation Jaguar Rescue Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Playa Chiquita - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Punta Uva Beach - 9 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Changuinola (CHX-Captain Manuel Nino Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Gustibus Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bread and Chocolate - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Río - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mopri - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lill Cafe & Bakery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool?

As of 2 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$948, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic deluxe rainforest experience in a villa with private plunge pool located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Cocles and Playa Cocles. Playa Chiquita and Talamanca Family Art are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First tripTo Costa Rica

This was our first trip to Costa Rica and staying at Geckoes was absolutely perfect! It’s perfect distance from the beach and town! I adored waking up in the morning and having my coffee while listening to the rain! It was honestly a perfect experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2022
We're so glad you had a good time. It was a pleasure having you and your lovely family stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great setting to view wildlife and experience the rainforest all while being very close to the beach

Tom and Zoe were wonderful hosts and provided us with the inside knowledge of where to go and what to do all while feeling safe in a new environment. The grounds are breathtaking and the house is more incredible than the pictures give credit! Truly amazing experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you Carol and Kim for having been such wonderful guests here at Geckoes and for your generous review. Wishing you all the best, Zoe and Tom
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Beautiful home and grounds, excellent location, and very accommodating hosts! Tine quickly and graciously responded to my mishaps and very helpful with sight seeing bookings. Couldn't of stayed any where better. Hope to book one of their smaller houses in the future. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2023
Dear Marsha, Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure having your group stay with us. Always welcome back!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect destination for families, adventure or romantic

This property has it all. Location is perfect and the description of features is accurate. AC is not needed, you would be feeling like you are camping in the jungle but has all amenities to have comfort. Hosts will ensure you get anything you need and be ready to help. Fully recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2020
Thank you so much for your nice words, Mauricio. It was a pleasure having you stay at Geckoes!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas vacation

We had a great time staying at Gecko's lodge. Tine and Rene were very welcoming and made our stay really enjoyable. We loved the treehouse and the open air concept that gave us a really neat experience in the rainforest setting. We were able to see monkeys, sloths, frogs, birds and many other animals all in their natural habitat, right from the deck of the house and walking through the garden. Tine helped us book activities and recommended many great outtings in the area during our time. Gecko's is a 5 min drive to grocery stores and beaches but still tucked in the forest to give a private, relaxing holiday. Pura Vida!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely lodge, conveniently located near Puerto Viejo

We had a very nice stay at the geckoes lodge with our sons. We enjoyed the open concept of the house, you really feel one with nature. The place was neat and tidy, and the house was cleaned daily by a housekeeper. We were met by the daughter of the owners who was very nice and helpful. They had a thoughtful welcome gift of local fruits and chips. It was nice to wake up to sounds of the howler monkeys! The closest beach was too close to the road for us, but a beautiful beach with turquoise water and white sand was a short drive to Cahuita National Park which is a lovely hike with many opportunities to spot sloths, white face capuchins, howler monkeys and snakes, just to mention a few!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A delightful experience

The property is just far enough into the jungle to feel like an authentic jungle experience, but just a few minutes from Puerto Viejo and the most beautiful Costa Rican beaches you've ever seen. This is an open-air property (i.e. no air conditioning) with a gorgeous 180-degree view. In our short stay, we saw toucans, an agouti, dozens of hummingbirds, a variety of butterflies, an oropendola, unique dragonflies, lightning bugs, a dozen different birds and too many varieties of tropical flowers, plants, and trees to describe... all of this from the living room. I highly recommend this property to anyone who wants a unique jungle-like experience away from the hustle and bustle of your typical touristy vacation spots. But so very convenient to get to town, beaches and excursions. I do not recommend this property to those that need air conditioning (lows at night in the low 70's, highs in the day in the high 80's) or those that want to be insulated from the amazing sounds of the jungle at night. The property owners are warm and friendly. They were available if needed but in no way was obtrusive. They also left a lovely welcoming gift of local fresh fruits and snacks. A truly wonderful experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable and cozy. Authentic place.

My husband, seven years old son, and I stayed at Geckoes Lodge. Even though we came late, we had a warm welcome from the family and a beautiful basket of fresh fruit. Our stay was comfortable. The lodge equipped with everything we needed to have a relaxing vacation. The kitchen and sitting areas are, however under the roof, beautifully situated in the outdoors. We enjoyed the lush greenery, sounds of the jungle, and the comfort of this beautiful home. Tine and Reene supply filtered water, so you don’t have to buy it. Overall, we had an amazing experience and would love to stay at the lodge again. With appreciation, Regina
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house and property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Geckoes. The house and grounds were beautiful. We enjoyed it so much didn't feel like we needed to go anywhere. Tom and Zoe were terrific hosts and you knew you were going to be well looked after. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Unbelievable!

We spent 9 nights in Casa Bromelia and absolutely loved it! The entire property is beautiful. It was really incredible sharing the rainforest with howler monkeys and toucans. The owners, Tom and Zoe are great people. They were amazing hosts and really made every effort to make our stay a memorable one. Thanks to Jose and Tita who did a great job keeping the place clean. An awesome place in a really beautiful part of the country.
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