

Hotel Rustico
June 25, 2010
Hotel Rustico is a new backpackers hotel, located 200 meters north of “El Cruce”, the intersection of Malpais and Santa Teresa, where the road first comes down from Cobano to the beach. It’s on the right, just across the first river.
Located 200 meters from Playa Carmen beach, which is one of the best surf spots in the Malpais/Santa Teresa, this inexpensive hotel also has a tour office, restaurant, and internet.
Hotel Rustico is a new backpackers hotel, located 200 meters north of “El Cruce”, the intersection of Malpais and Santa Teresa, where the road first comes down from Cobano to the beach. It’s on the right, just across the first river. Located 200 meters from Playa Carmen beach, which is one of the best surf spots in the Malpais/Santa Teresa, this inexpensive hotel also has a tour office, restaurant, and internet.
Unbelievable Real Estate Deal! Malpais Luxury House $350K!
June 18, 2010
Malpais, Costa Rica Real Estate Luxury Villa in Malpais $350,000 1000m2 land 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths with pool . Lush greenery, tranquility and serenity are yours in this Luxury Beach Villa.
June 25th – Dinner & Circus Show – Fundraiser at Anamaya for Escuela Futuro Verde
June 14, 2010June 20th – School Fundraiser for La Escuela Futuro Verde
June 12, 2010
COME JOIN US ON JUNE 20th!
El Sano Banano Hotel welcomes you for a fundraiser to benefit La Escuela Futuro Verde in Montezuma.
GALA EVENT FEATURING:
-Raffle!
COME JOIN US ON JUNE 20th! El Sano Banano Hotel welcomes you for a fundraiser to benefit La Escuela Futuro Verde in Montezuma. GALA EVENT FEATURING: -Raffle!
Malpais Waterfall Villa
June 12, 2010
This new three story luxury villa on a mountaintop in Malpais is now for rent. It gets its name from the waterfall that pours from the third pool jacuzzi into the ground floor pool below.
The house is very private, with no other houses nearby. The views in every direction, even from the bathrooms, are truly epic, and virtually impossible to catch on film for photos. Every detail of this house has been well planned, and it’s decor is excellent as well. You will discover many amazing spots within this house, such as the unexpected fourth floor bathroom with a view to die for.
The Waterfall Villa has a large, gourmet kitchen on the ground floor, connected to the living room and pool areas, perfect for entertaining.
The top (third) floor is open air, with a pool table, a food prep area, and a pool table in addition to the jacuzzi. This is the place to be for sunsets.
Amenities:
Infinity Edge Pool
BBQ/Wetbar
Pool Table
Icemaker, Blender, Gas Stove & Oven, Toaster
Air Conditioning and Ceiling Fans
Bed & Bath Linens
WIFI Internet, Phone
Hammocks
Maid Service
Other Rate Info:
Monthly rates available, please inquire for details.
Last Minute Rates: Inquire about last minute rates. We sometimes have cancellations and time slots we’d like to fill at a reduced rate.
Security Deposit: $500 returned within 10 days of checkout. Longer term rentals may require larger security deposit.
Please Note: No Pets Allowed & No smoking indoors. Thank You.
Rental Rate Notes: Nightly and Weekly rates are based on an occupancy of 6 guests (3 bed rooms). There are
This new three story luxury villa on a mountaintop in Malpais is now for rent. It gets its name from the waterfall that pours from the third pool jacuzzi into the ground floor pool below. The house is very private, with no other houses nearby. The views in every direction, even from the bathrooms, are truly epic, and virtually impossible to catch on film for photos. Every detail of this house has been well planned, and it’s decor is excellent as well. You will discover many amazing spots within this house, such as the unexpected fourth floor bathroom with a view to die for. The Waterfall Villa has a large, gourmet kitchen on the ground floor, connected to the living room and pool areas, perfect for entertaining. The top (third) floor is open air, with a pool table, a food prep area, and a pool table in addition to the … (Read More)
Renting a Villa for Surfing in Mal Pais, Costa Rica
June 11, 2010
Do you know the way to San Jose? Would you then like to go on a Surfin Safari? Right, now that we`ve got the obligatory `60s pop song references out of the way, all you have to do is have a look see at a map, find Costa Rica, then find San Jose and then Mal Pais. It used to be a quaint little fishing village, but has since been found out as surfer`s paradise and as such, a holiday hotspot for surfers and those who like to lounge about the beach and look at the surfers.
You get to Mal Pais from Puntarenas, then a ferry to Paquera and then on to Mal Pais beach. The best place to surf there is Mar Azul and the best time of year for catching the waves is between December and April, though there’s usually good wave action in the morning all year around. But there are also very popular surfing sports on the near by beaches of Santa Teresa and Playa Carmen.
Other attractions include boating, fishing, snorkelling, forest hiking and canopy touring (where you roll yourself along the treetops on cables) and horseback riding.
There`s a nature reserve called Cabo Blanco (white cape) just south of Mal Pais. This includes a rock island which is white because it`s covered entirely in seabird dung. We`re not saying it`s a must see, but Cabo Blanco is the oldest reserve of that type in Costa Rica.
The actual village of Mal Pais is not really geared for tourists and that`s probably the point. You do your shopping and so on in nearby villages. Mal Pais is where you stay to get away from it all. And surf.
One of the best ways to enjoy Mal Pais and come and go as you please is to rent a villa. You can find plenty of villas online, usually named Casa this or that or Hacienda this or that and the descriptions are always heavenly, as are the pictures. Casa Blanca, for example, which sleeps ten (three bedrooms, hmm, that must mean a bit of cosiness is involved), breathtaking views, a 20 meter infinity lap pool and a roof terrace. All yours for between $2,450 USD to $7000 USD per week. Even places described as “rustic” run from about $200 USD per night. The purposefully named Casa De Amor is geared towards honeymooners, with complete privacy, ocean views, the lot.
One beachfront rental, Punta Coco, looks like a classic Costa Rican holiday beach home, with multiple cabins with AC (5 bedrooms), and an outdoor kitchen/dining area, perfect for watching the Howler moneys. Prices range from $400 USD to $700 USD per night, but split that among, say 6-12 surfers and it`s not so bad a deal at all.
While there are probably good Costa Rican travel deals and package tours, it`s more adventurous and less scheduled if you just rent a villa and do your own thing. A good place to start searching for villas is on the internet, then when you find one you like the look of, check out the terms and conditions, the prices, the ease of getting there and of course the availability. If all goes well, a deposit is usually required and the balance must arrive a few weeks before you do. After that, it`s surf`s up.
Do you know the way to San Jose? Would you then like to go on a Surfin Safari? Right, now that we`ve got the obligatory `60s pop song references out of the way, all you have to do is have a look see at a map, find Costa Rica, then find San Jose and then Mal Pais. It used to be a quaint little fishing village, but has since been found out as surfer`s paradise and as such, a holiday hotspot for surfers and those who like to lounge about the beach and look at the surfers. You get to Mal Pais from Puntarenas, then a ferry to Paquera and then on to Mal Pais beach. The best place to surf there is Mar Azul and the best time of year for catching the waves is between December and April, though there’s usually good wave action in the morning all … (Read More)
Garage Sale at Tres Restaurant – Wed June 9
June 8, 2010
WE ARE LEAVING OUR HOUSE
WE ARE LEAVING OUR HOUSE
Costa Rica Organic Food Suppliers
June 3, 2010
Costa Rica Organic Food Suppliers
| Angel | Local Organic veggies | 26831009 | tambor/vainilla local organic farm… very good prices, limited selecion |
| APODAR | Organic veggies – Lettuce, Red Peppers, etc | 24634124 | Alfaro Ruiz |
| Augustine (“Teen”) – Ark Herb Farm | Herbs | 8355-9770 / 2269-4847 / 2239-2111 | |
| Honey’s Market | Best Assortment of everything | Sat markets: 10am Montezuma and 3pm Playa Carmen | |
| Lekkerland (Brand of Monteverde) | Cheeses | 2589 5858 | info@monteverde.net |
| Tierra Fertil Organic Farm | 8823-0987+2407 | Jose of T2 Green Building |
Costa Rica Organic Food Suppliers Angel Local Organic veggies 26831009 tambor/vainilla local organic farm… very good prices, limited selecion APODAR Organic veggies – Lettuce, Red Peppers, etc 24634124 Alfaro Ruiz Augustine (“Teen”) – Ark Herb Farm Herbs 8355-9770 / 2269-4847 / 2239-2111 Honey’s Market Best Assortment of everything Sat markets: 10am Montezuma and 3pm Playa Carmen Lekkerland (Brand of Monteverde) Cheeses 2589 5858 info@monteverde.net Tierra Fertil Organic Farm 8823-0987+2407 Jose of T2 Green Building




















