Our Cottage In Cabuya, Costa Rica

The two bedrooms are small but very cute (it is a cottage size house). They are painted in colorful jungle tones. One bedroom has two twin beds (my husband and I push them together when we are there) and a closet, the other bedroom has two bunk beds and an armoire. We did put in posture pedic mattresses (many beds in Costa Rica use only hard foam), so they are pretty comfortable.

The kitchen is cute and colorful. It has a small table with four chairs, a radio/ cd player, a refrigerator and two-burner cook top. It also has a microwave, blender and counter top style electric oven. It is stocked with silverware, dishes, cups, utensils, pots and bowls. The futon on the front porch becomes a double bed, and we have slept there several times in the fresh air, surrounded by tropical plants.  All of the rooms, and the back terrace have ceiling fans, making the temperature quite comfortable (evenings can sometimes bring in a cool breeze that even make you pull up your blanket).

Last year, we extended the back yard and put in a lovely flower garden. It is frequently visited by hummingbirds and butterflys. We also added a good sized outdoor (covered) living area with a large dining table (seats six..to eight ) a couple of wood rocking chairs and an outdoor sink. There is no sink in the bathroom (which is pretty typical of a “Tico” house)..although the shower is nice and large. We have toothbrush holders and a shaving mirror out at the outdoor sink overlooking the flower gardens.

There is a semi-automatic clothes washer and a clothesline. We do have the house cleaned before your arrival. We ask that the house is left broom swept with dishes washed and put away. Our caretaker will come in to do a thorough cleaning when you leave and wash the linens. We do provide bedding and bath towels, but we ask that you bring your own beach towels. We have bamboo tammy mats for the beach, which you are welcome to use. If you would like the house cleaned while you are staying, you can ask to have the caretaker come in for a separate charge (about $4.00 per hour). We will provide all of that contact info for you. 

Within very short walking distance are two mini-groceries with fresh produce, paper products, dish soap, meats and other items (soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.). There are also several local fishermen who sell fresh fish within walking distance. We do not consider the house a beach house (as is reflected in the rental price), but you can see the ocean somewhat from the kitchen window and back yard. It is a short walk to the ocean and to snorkeling (bring snorkeling gear). The beach in Cabuya is a bit rocky, so we generally either go in with water shoes, or walk a bit further, to the snorkeling Island, and jump in where it is deep. The water is warm and very nice. Just down the road is a wonderful white sand beach ( las manchas or playa sedro). It is very bike-able, if you have a car; it is a five-minute drive. A small bus also goes back and forth between Cabuya and Montezuma many times during the day. We often hop on that bus (it goes right by the house) and ride to that beach, then catch it back home. There are bike rentals available in Montezuma.

If you are looking for a more lively nightlife, Montezuma is only a few miles down the road. A small, but busy little Oceanside town, Montezuma has many restaurants and cafes. You can find anything from local fare to sushi, pizza, seafood and Thai food. Street vendors make the street look lively and colorful with their jewelry, pottery, hammocks and more. The long stretch of beautiful sand beaches in Montezuma are lovely. The town attracts many visitors from Europe, the USA and more. We love to spend an evening in Montezuma, then return to quiet and tranquil Cabuya for a good nights sleep. We did find Montezuma a bit noisy for sleeping (the bars remain open rather late).

If you enjoy surfing, generally the best place to go is Mal Pais/Santa Theresa, which is about four/six miles away. It is one of the favorite surfing destinations in Costa Rica. The beaches there are also lovely. It is not a central town like Montezuma, as all of its amenities are spread out along a road that runs down the beach. There are many great restaurants, shops, surf rentals, bank, pharmacy, etc. We recently hiked the road from Cabuya to Mal Pais. It was an amazing hike and took a little less than two hours. The road is a fun drive over a safari like mountain road. A bus is available, but it goes the long way (through Montezuma). Surfers do surf in Cabuya (at Playa Sedro) and claim that at high tide, it can be world class conditions  (a couple of miles down the road), but conditions can vary.

We love the cottage, and hope that you will too!

 

Kathy and Jeff Coleman

(607)339-9649 (607)533-9911  

 

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