10/10 Excellent
Kenia T.
30 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place to relax and breathe pure and clean air.
Kenia T.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Also see our other house listing #692517 with a pool. NEW HOME ON THE BEACH.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 546.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Matapalo, Peninsula de Osa,, Punta Arenas
- Pan Dulce Beach3 min drive
- King Louis Waterfall11 min drive
- Corcovado National Park Office18 min drive
- Puerto Jiménez (PJM)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Main Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Main bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Also see our other house listing #692517 with a pool. NEW HOME ON THE BEACH.
NEW BEACHFRONT HOME ON THE BEACH IN THE JUNGLE. Monkeys overhead daily. Scarlet macaws, toucans, sloths, and lots of monkeys overhead. Armadillos, anteaters, and other amazing wildlife on the grounds. Whales & dolphins, pass in front. One of the most private beaches in the area, at low tide. A freshwater pool, great surf spots, jungle hikes, yoga classes, good restaurants, and a great locals' bar, most within walking distance. Plus, the best on-site host/caretaker ever, Oscar!
Property manager
John Shurtz
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside
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
On-site 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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Puerto Jiménez
Located in Puerto Jiménez, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Puerto Jimenez Pier and Golfito Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Corcovado National Park and Corcovado National Park Office. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Matapalo, Peninsula de Osa,, Punta Arenas
What's nearby
- Pan Dulce Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- King Louis Waterfall - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
- Corcovado National Park Office - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
- Puerto Jimenez Pier - 19 min drive - 17.6 km
- Golfo Dulce - 19 min drive - 17.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Buena Esperanza - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.2/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Diego C.
22 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the jungle!
Diego C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
jamy s.
21 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great nature location
jamy s.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott T.
2 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another day in Paradise
Scott T.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Scott T.
12 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing place
Scott T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
About the host
Hosted by John Shurtz
I've been a bilingual surfer, and traveling in Latin America since I was 18 years old.
Found a slice of paradise here on the Osa Peninsula, where the jungle meets the sea, in the early 90's, built a platform and pitched a tent, dug a well, and the rest has been a labor of love.
Found a slice of paradise here on the Osa Peninsula, where the jungle meets the sea, in the early 90's, built a platform and pitched a tent, dug a well, and the rest has been a labor of love.
Why they chose this property
I was a general contractor in California, and now have a hectares, 2.5 acres, of jungle on the beach to continue building a dream that others can enjoy.
There is great well water here, as well as water from the nearby river, so even in the dry season we are set.
The local community, including many expats, is great, which is a big plus as well.
It's still off the grid here in Matapalo, so large hotels are kept out, and eco-tourism, bird watching and surfing are the main attractions. Four good surf breaks all within walking distance, and occasionally it breaks right in front of the property. Yet there is not a lot of foot traffic along the beach in front, since the main surfing areas are about 1 kilometer down the beach.
Multiple waterfalls are within walking distance.
Eco-lodges and hotels are in the area, so there are restaurants, yoga retreats, and civilization around, but still, mellow and all off the grid.
There is a main house on the property with a swimming pool. And now I've built this new, 2 bedroom jewel, 50 meters from the high tide line, and right under almond, strangler fig and guanacaste trees, the monkey bridge where 20 or more white faced, howlers, spider and squirrel monkeys pass daily.
This new home has a gorgeous view across the Golfo Dulce, and at times whales and dolphins play out front.
So many other highlights.
As a recent guest Julie said:
"OMG! This slice of heaven cannot be described in words. We have been to 17 countries in the last three years and had wonderful times, but this was the best of all!"
There is great well water here, as well as water from the nearby river, so even in the dry season we are set.
The local community, including many expats, is great, which is a big plus as well.
It's still off the grid here in Matapalo, so large hotels are kept out, and eco-tourism, bird watching and surfing are the main attractions. Four good surf breaks all within walking distance, and occasionally it breaks right in front of the property. Yet there is not a lot of foot traffic along the beach in front, since the main surfing areas are about 1 kilometer down the beach.
Multiple waterfalls are within walking distance.
Eco-lodges and hotels are in the area, so there are restaurants, yoga retreats, and civilization around, but still, mellow and all off the grid.
There is a main house on the property with a swimming pool. And now I've built this new, 2 bedroom jewel, 50 meters from the high tide line, and right under almond, strangler fig and guanacaste trees, the monkey bridge where 20 or more white faced, howlers, spider and squirrel monkeys pass daily.
This new home has a gorgeous view across the Golfo Dulce, and at times whales and dolphins play out front.
So many other highlights.
As a recent guest Julie said:
"OMG! This slice of heaven cannot be described in words. We have been to 17 countries in the last three years and had wonderful times, but this was the best of all!"
What makes this property unique
I'd be remiss to not mention the incredible family that lives on the land, and takes care of our guests. Oscar, and his family are the best.
As Gina a guest in November 2019 said:
"John’s place is an amazing jungle get away. My boyfriend and I stayed 4 nights and was the highlight of our trip. Every morning we woke up to holler monkeys! We felt so spoiled. In addition, Oscar the caretaker was awesome."
As Gina a guest in November 2019 said:
"John’s place is an amazing jungle get away. My boyfriend and I stayed 4 nights and was the highlight of our trip. Every morning we woke up to holler monkeys! We felt so spoiled. In addition, Oscar the caretaker was awesome."
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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