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Lisa - August 2023 *****
"We loved staying at Corazon Del Rio! Our favorite was the short trail to the waterfall and refreshing swim hole, what a treat! With the daily heat and humidity, it was so nice to be able to cool off there. The beds were comfy, good water pressure in the showers, nice kitchen with all we needed. We loved the location too, spent the day at Playa Matapalo, great locals beach that the owners recommended in the detailed book you get on checkin. Enjoyed Nauyaca falls too, so many waterfalls nearby to explore. Would highly recommend this! Make sure you have 4 wheel drive though, the road to the house would be impassable otherwise. We also loved shopping for food at the Elizabeth 2 shop in Platanillo, so convenient, had everything we needed too."
Naiade - January 2023 *****
"Top notch! We hosted a retreat there, our guests were very satisfied/ Clean, peaceful, cozy, beautiful swim-hole in the river. Spacious and inviting. Host was super responsive, helpful and flexible. Highly recommend this place!"
Molly - December 2022 *****
"The house is a beautiful sanctuary for relaxing among the butterflies and birds. We loved the swimming hole and proximity to the amazing hikes and waterfalls at Ceiba EcoAdventures next door. The road is no joke...4x4 is a must - but well worth it for the peace and comfort."
Leah - July 2022 *****
"Corazon del Rio is a spectacular vacation experience. If you are about room service and Netflix this is not the place for you. If you are about family and friends bonding, exploration and adventure, carving out quality time and enjoying nature...this place is heaven. Yes - there are some bugs. No - there are no tvs. We packed card games, explored all day every day and lived by the daylight hours. Our trip was amazing and I would highly recommend Kent's place over any cookie cutter resort or villa hands DOWN!!!"
Chaz - April 2022 *****
"This location was so majestic and healing. We hosted a yoga retreat for 12 people comfortably and our guests shared about having a life changing week/experience staying there. Love Love Love the property and the home you created and everything it has to offer. The waterfall and swimming hole on the property is secluded and healing. The property itself had all the amenities we needed to cook for 12 people. Will certainly be back!!"
Scott - March 2022 *****
"This place was awesome! The house itself was beautiful, and the construction was well done. There were no quirks with the electricity or plumbing, unlike other places we’ve stayed in Costa Rica. The pictures don’t lie, this place was stunning. I am a birdwatcher, and I was amazed to see two kinds eating fruit from the tree 20 feet from the house. There were other beautiful birds, ranging from hummingbirds to trogons, that could be seen around the clock. There were surprisingly no mosquitoes when we visited in early March, but there were huge katydids and grasshoppers flying about, so if you are squeamish about nature, this isn’t the place for you. If you don’t have access to a four-wheel-drive vehicle, it isn’t a place for you either. This is a secluded house, and the dirt road is fairly steep. The nearby town of Dominical was clean, safe, and fun. Lots of restaurant choices, a microbrewery, and tours. The check in process was easy. No complaints, I hope to come back sometime."
Kathie - March 2020 *****
"Corazon del Rio was lovely! We stayed at Corazon del Rio for 7 nights with 3 of our adult children. The rooms were really nice and the open air kitchen/dining/living area was amazing. There were a lot of staples (oil, some spices etc) in the pantry which helped because we made most of our own meals while we were there. Everything we needed was there for cooking. The property owner was always available via email and WhatsApp for any questions"
Briana - January 2022 *****
"This house was amazing! Tucked away in nature it quickly felt like our home away from home. Plenty of space to spread out, work, and enjoy the beauty of nature. The waterfall is serene and private only steps away from the property. The kitchen is spacious and well stocked. We thoroughly enjoyed getting away from town and rejuvenating our mind, body and spirit in this space. This is a perfect location for smaller retreats as well with an awesome yoga/meditation deck, plenty of bedrooms and the perfect place to unwind, relax and heal. The check-in process was super easy to work with and very attentive. Hope to visit again soon!"
Helen - July 2019 *****
"A stunning hidden away location in the heart of the rainforest. Wonderful natural sounds. Kent is an excellent host who was prompt to answer any queries. We loved out stay at Casa Corazon del Rio. The (guided) hike to El Soto waterfall was a highlight."
Jordan March 2019 *****
"This place is affordable and great for large groups. Lots of open air, plenty of seating and space to hang out. It sits right in the jungle, next to several waterfalls. Would stay here again.”
Judy - January 2019 *****
"A perfect home in the jungle! Our group could not have been more happy with our stay at Corazon del Rio. There were 10 of us, and we loved coming back to our home off the beaten path after a day of exploring the nearby areas. The kitchen is well equipped. The swim hole and waterfall behind the house was even prettier than I could have imagined. The water pressure only makes it possible to have one person take a shower at a time, but a minor hiccup in such a beautiful spot. The owner and hosts were extremely responsive. We could not have asked for a better place to ring in the New Year!
Ivannia August 2018 *****
"A perfect place to stay, with a lot of style, very comfortable rooms, full of nature around. The manager was always very attentive with what we need, very good communication. Near the house there is a river where we had an amazing time."
Rob - July 2018 *****
“Kent's place is an amazing open air style wooden jungle home where you feel right in the forest but have all the comfort of a modern home with a great kitchen, comfortable and insect free rooms, and hot water showers. Within a very short walking distance is an incredible waterfall with a swimming hole which adults and children loved exploring during our stay. The home is close enough to a great grocery store (Elizabeth) but far enough from others that we didn't see a soul nearby just various amazing insects and forest birds. Toucans frequently flew over or perched in nearby trees. I would love to bring back another family group or corporate group as this place is most definitely the most interesting AirBNB I have stayed in. ”"A perfect place to stay, with a lot of style, very comfortable rooms, full of nature around. Management was always very attentive with what we need, very good communication. Near the house there is a river where we had an amazing time.
"We loved staying at Corazon Del Rio! Our favorite was the short trail to the waterfall and refreshing swim hole, what a treat! With the daily heat and humidity, it was so nice to be able to cool off there. The beds were comfy, good water pressure in the showers, nice kitchen with all we needed. We loved the location too, spent the day at Playa Matapalo, great locals beach that the owners recommended in the detailed book you get on checkin. Enjoyed Nauyaca falls too, so many waterfalls nearby to explore. Would highly recommend this! Make sure you have 4 wheel drive though, the road to the house would be impassable otherwise. We also loved shopping for food at the Elizabeth 2 shop in Platanillo, so convenient, had everything we needed too."
Naiade - January 2023 *****
"Top notch! We hosted a retreat there, our guests were very satisfied/ Clean, peaceful, cozy, beautiful swim-hole in the river. Spacious and inviting. Host was super responsive, helpful and flexible. Highly recommend this place!"
Molly - December 2022 *****
"The house is a beautiful sanctuary for relaxing among the butterflies and birds. We loved the swimming hole and proximity to the amazing hikes and waterfalls at Ceiba EcoAdventures next door. The road is no joke...4x4 is a must - but well worth it for the peace and comfort."
Leah - July 2022 *****
"Corazon del Rio is a spectacular vacation experience. If you are about room service and Netflix this is not the place for you. If you are about family and friends bonding, exploration and adventure, carving out quality time and enjoying nature...this place is heaven. Yes - there are some bugs. No - there are no tvs. We packed card games, explored all day every day and lived by the daylight hours. Our trip was amazing and I would highly recommend Kent's place over any cookie cutter resort or villa hands DOWN!!!"
Chaz - April 2022 *****
"This location was so majestic and healing. We hosted a yoga retreat for 12 people comfortably and our guests shared about having a life changing week/experience staying there. Love Love Love the property and the home you created and everything it has to offer. The waterfall and swimming hole on the property is secluded and healing. The property itself had all the amenities we needed to cook for 12 people. Will certainly be back!!"
Scott - March 2022 *****
"This place was awesome! The house itself was beautiful, and the construction was well done. There were no quirks with the electricity or plumbing, unlike other places we’ve stayed in Costa Rica. The pictures don’t lie, this place was stunning. I am a birdwatcher, and I was amazed to see two kinds eating fruit from the tree 20 feet from the house. There were other beautiful birds, ranging from hummingbirds to trogons, that could be seen around the clock. There were surprisingly no mosquitoes when we visited in early March, but there were huge katydids and grasshoppers flying about, so if you are squeamish about nature, this isn’t the place for you. If you don’t have access to a four-wheel-drive vehicle, it isn’t a place for you either. This is a secluded house, and the dirt road is fairly steep. The nearby town of Dominical was clean, safe, and fun. Lots of restaurant choices, a microbrewery, and tours. The check in process was easy. No complaints, I hope to come back sometime."
Kathie - March 2020 *****
"Corazon del Rio was lovely! We stayed at Corazon del Rio for 7 nights with 3 of our adult children. The rooms were really nice and the open air kitchen/dining/living area was amazing. There were a lot of staples (oil, some spices etc) in the pantry which helped because we made most of our own meals while we were there. Everything we needed was there for cooking. The property owner was always available via email and WhatsApp for any questions"
Briana - January 2022 *****
"This house was amazing! Tucked away in nature it quickly felt like our home away from home. Plenty of space to spread out, work, and enjoy the beauty of nature. The waterfall is serene and private only steps away from the property. The kitchen is spacious and well stocked. We thoroughly enjoyed getting away from town and rejuvenating our mind, body and spirit in this space. This is a perfect location for smaller retreats as well with an awesome yoga/meditation deck, plenty of bedrooms and the perfect place to unwind, relax and heal. The check-in process was super easy to work with and very attentive. Hope to visit again soon!"
Helen - July 2019 *****
"A stunning hidden away location in the heart of the rainforest. Wonderful natural sounds. Kent is an excellent host who was prompt to answer any queries. We loved out stay at Casa Corazon del Rio. The (guided) hike to El Soto waterfall was a highlight."
Jordan March 2019 *****
"This place is affordable and great for large groups. Lots of open air, plenty of seating and space to hang out. It sits right in the jungle, next to several waterfalls. Would stay here again.”
Judy - January 2019 *****
"A perfect home in the jungle! Our group could not have been more happy with our stay at Corazon del Rio. There were 10 of us, and we loved coming back to our home off the beaten path after a day of exploring the nearby areas. The kitchen is well equipped. The swim hole and waterfall behind the house was even prettier than I could have imagined. The water pressure only makes it possible to have one person take a shower at a time, but a minor hiccup in such a beautiful spot. The owner and hosts were extremely responsive. We could not have asked for a better place to ring in the New Year!
Ivannia August 2018 *****
"A perfect place to stay, with a lot of style, very comfortable rooms, full of nature around. The manager was always very attentive with what we need, very good communication. Near the house there is a river where we had an amazing time."
Rob - July 2018 *****
“Kent's place is an amazing open air style wooden jungle home where you feel right in the forest but have all the comfort of a modern home with a great kitchen, comfortable and insect free rooms, and hot water showers. Within a very short walking distance is an incredible waterfall with a swimming hole which adults and children loved exploring during our stay. The home is close enough to a great grocery store (Elizabeth) but far enough from others that we didn't see a soul nearby just various amazing insects and forest birds. Toucans frequently flew over or perched in nearby trees. I would love to bring back another family group or corporate group as this place is most definitely the most interesting AirBNB I have stayed in. ”"A perfect place to stay, with a lot of style, very comfortable rooms, full of nature around. Management was always very attentive with what we need, very good communication. Near the house there is a river where we had an amazing time.
David - April 2018 *****
"Corazon del Rio was a unique and rewarding experience. Our group of 8 rented the whole place. We’re from New England and wanted a different experience which is exactly what we got. The house is off the beaten path and secluded yet still in close range of beaches, restaurants, and excursions. The amount of wildlife around you is incredible, and we enjoyed cooking and relaxing in the outdoor living area. The bedrooms were well sealed off from bugs and although there is no AC, the temperature up in the hills dropped off comfortably at night. Kent and his property manager were very responsive and helpful to anything we needed. I’d recommend this place if you’re looking for a unique experience and a little adventure."
"Corazon del Rio was a unique and rewarding experience. Our group of 8 rented the whole place. We’re from New England and wanted a different experience which is exactly what we got. The house is off the beaten path and secluded yet still in close range of beaches, restaurants, and excursions. The amount of wildlife around you is incredible, and we enjoyed cooking and relaxing in the outdoor living area. The bedrooms were well sealed off from bugs and although there is no AC, the temperature up in the hills dropped off comfortably at night. Kent and his property manager were very responsive and helpful to anything we needed. I’d recommend this place if you’re looking for a unique experience and a little adventure."
MaryGlen - March 2018 *****
"Amazing place—unlike any other. You are in for a jungle adventure if you decide to stay here. The open-air layout of the house and the short hikes to waterfalls nearby make it so special, and you have the falls and swimming holes all to yourselves! Kent was wonderful and quick to respond. We loved our stay!"
"Amazing place—unlike any other. You are in for a jungle adventure if you decide to stay here. The open-air layout of the house and the short hikes to waterfalls nearby make it so special, and you have the falls and swimming holes all to yourselves! Kent was wonderful and quick to respond. We loved our stay!"
Somer - February 2018 *****
"Casa Corazon del Rio is really beautiful, located up in the hills above Dominical. Peaceful, remote, Close to waterfalls and other eco adventures. Kent was easy to communicate with and they emailed a very informative welcome packet ahead of time with all kinds of helpful info. Highly recommended!"
"Casa Corazon del Rio is really beautiful, located up in the hills above Dominical. Peaceful, remote, Close to waterfalls and other eco adventures. Kent was easy to communicate with and they emailed a very informative welcome packet ahead of time with all kinds of helpful info. Highly recommended!"
Susannah - January 2018 *****
"A great remote place for an adventure. Make sure you visit next door La Ceiba and take a tour the waterfall, which you will get pretty much to yourself, is a must. Thanks Randall for the tour. A four by four is essential but as we travelled all over we found only the best places are accessible that way."
"A great remote place for an adventure. Make sure you visit next door La Ceiba and take a tour the waterfall, which you will get pretty much to yourself, is a must. Thanks Randall for the tour. A four by four is essential but as we travelled all over we found only the best places are accessible that way."
John - December 2017 *****
"We loved staying at Corazon Del Rio! We enjoyed staying out in the jungle and the sound of a lovely river going by made for a tranquil place to spend our visit in the Puntarenas area. I like its location in respect to the local attractions, for example the Nauyaca waterfalls, Parque Nacional Marino Ballena which is the location of the famous whale tail beach at Playa Uvita, Dominical Beach for awesome surfing, and just a short drive to the best park in Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio! The property management was very responsive! They helped us feel welcome right away. I highly recommend visiting La Ceiba EcoAdventures property next-door to take the waterfall tour that is offered there! I highly recommend this place!"
"We loved staying at Corazon Del Rio! We enjoyed staying out in the jungle and the sound of a lovely river going by made for a tranquil place to spend our visit in the Puntarenas area. I like its location in respect to the local attractions, for example the Nauyaca waterfalls, Parque Nacional Marino Ballena which is the location of the famous whale tail beach at Playa Uvita, Dominical Beach for awesome surfing, and just a short drive to the best park in Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio! The property management was very responsive! They helped us feel welcome right away. I highly recommend visiting La Ceiba EcoAdventures property next-door to take the waterfall tour that is offered there! I highly recommend this place!"
Alan - December 2017 *****
"Thanks for being a great host Kent. I very much appreciated your quick response to my last minute booking. Your place was truly incredible. I felt so comfortable and at home and also so close to nature. The indoor river flowing through the downstairs was a highlight for me. Not only was it refreshing to wade into, but having that little heart shaped wading pool at the end felt so good to relax in. Corazon del Rio had everything I needed, hammocks, couches, a comfortable bed, and a huge open air modern kitchen that seemed to have all the essentials. It was nice to know that the small town of Plantanillo was only 5 minutes away. I did enjoy the little bakery there. With the river and cascading water falls surrounding your place, I didn’t even take the time to search out the other waterfalls in the area. I felt totally immersed in the natural tropical surroundings. Falling asleep at night to the sounds of that river was amazing! Ps I saw three Tucans this morning while eating breakfast in the open dining patio area. So hard to leave! Such great memories.... Thank you so much Kent. Pura Vida & Viva la Corazon del Rio!"
"Thanks for being a great host Kent. I very much appreciated your quick response to my last minute booking. Your place was truly incredible. I felt so comfortable and at home and also so close to nature. The indoor river flowing through the downstairs was a highlight for me. Not only was it refreshing to wade into, but having that little heart shaped wading pool at the end felt so good to relax in. Corazon del Rio had everything I needed, hammocks, couches, a comfortable bed, and a huge open air modern kitchen that seemed to have all the essentials. It was nice to know that the small town of Plantanillo was only 5 minutes away. I did enjoy the little bakery there. With the river and cascading water falls surrounding your place, I didn’t even take the time to search out the other waterfalls in the area. I felt totally immersed in the natural tropical surroundings. Falling asleep at night to the sounds of that river was amazing! Ps I saw three Tucans this morning while eating breakfast in the open dining patio area. So hard to leave! Such great memories.... Thank you so much Kent. Pura Vida & Viva la Corazon del Rio!"
Jeff - November 2017 *****
"At first I thought I should stay at the beach, but this location is so much better! More beautiful with river and waterfalls just a few steps away, an inviting place to spend time, away from tourist trappings, close to amazing waterfalls—so peaceful. There is a heart and passion here that is evident. This is what an exotic AirBnB experience should be!"
"At first I thought I should stay at the beach, but this location is so much better! More beautiful with river and waterfalls just a few steps away, an inviting place to spend time, away from tourist trappings, close to amazing waterfalls—so peaceful. There is a heart and passion here that is evident. This is what an exotic AirBnB experience should be!"
