Casa Rio Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5186 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Pet friendly

Kitchen

Dryer

Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Rio Retreat

Enjoy the pure peace and seclusion of this stunning mountain retreat perched above the Chirripo river near San Gerardo, Costa Rica

Spacious and simply furnished, this custom-built, fully screened home is bordered by 2 nature reserves and offers forest & mountain views from every window. The light-filled loft and large covered deck provide ample room for yoga both indoors and out. Giant wooden beams and a bambu floor make this the perfect forest sanctuary.

2 Bedrooms sleep up to 4 people (1 King bed/2 singles). 1.5 baths, equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, extra large fridge, full oven and 6 burner range, large open yard, and sun deck with hammocks make this property perfect for a couple or small family

Washer/dryer

Wi-fi
Claro cellphone signal only

Abundant wildlife & high mountain birding, river access, waterfall

Adjacent to Cloudbridge Reserve, Chirripo Trail head & many other hiking trails. San Gerardo village (small grocery store and take-out restaurant) is 8 minutes by car or 30 scenic minutes by foot

Not suitable for children under 5 years old

Pets considered.

*covered parking available on upper terrace. Note that this home is accessed by stone stairway

$125 per night (double occupancy/3 night minimum stay)
$500 per week
$1500 per month

Property manager

Jill Thomas and John Titan

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

WiFi available

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking
Car recommended

Kitchen

Refrigerator
Stovetop
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
Blender
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
Spices

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Towels provided
Soap
Toilet paper

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Books

Outdoor areas

Patio
Terrace
Yard
Garden

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Location highlights

On the river
In the mountains
In a village

Things to do

Ecotours nearby
Horse riding nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Similar properties

Outdoor Space

Parking available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: Upon approved.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Not suitable for children under 6 years.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa Rio Retreat Rivas

Casa Rio Retreat Private vacation home

Casa Rio Retreat Private vacation home Rivas

About the neighborhood

San Gerardo de Rivas, San José Province

What's nearby

Cloudbridge Nature Preserve - 15 min walk
The Secret Gardens - 6 min drive
Samaritan Chocolate - 8 min drive
Canaan Cheeses - 8 min drive
Cerro de La Muerte Peak - 77 min drive

Restaurants

‪Bar La Estrella - ‬8 min drive
‪Buona pizza - ‬13 min drive
‪Restaurante Hotel Roca Dura - ‬6 min drive
‪Batsù - ‬8 min drive
‪Truchero el puente - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Rio Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Rio Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Rio Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Rio Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Cloudbridge Nature Preserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Chirripó National Park and The Secret Gardens. Samaritan Chocolate is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.