Comments for Loco Natural Jungle Houses

Comment on Guest Comments by Laura

Laura — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 12:59:02 +0000

My husband and I stayed in Casa Rumba for 1 week for our honeymoon and it made for a truly authentic, relaxing getaway experience. The home is the perfect size for a couple. The bed is comfortable and has a bug net to protect you from getting eaten at night :). Note, this is in the jungle so there are bugs, as is expected. The kitchen was fully equipped and we enjoyed making breakfast each day and eating it on the gorgeous, spacious patio watching the birds and other wildlife. There is also a cute hammock to lay in as well. The shower was great and there is even an outdoor shower to use too for quick rinsing off after the beach/pool. We loved Puerto Viejo and it is a short walk from Loco Natural (~ 1 mile). There are so many fun adventures to explore in the area, such as kayaking on the ocean, hiking in the rainforest, ziplining, rappelling and even white water rafting. There is also a really cute coffee and chocolate shop Caribeans that you can tour which I highly recommend. The beach (playa negra), in addition, is an even shorter walk and it is stunning.

Overall, Carter and Pamela made our stay simply wonderful. They were so attentive, kind and helpful. They answered all our questions promptly both before and during our trip. They provided umbrellas and beach towels for us to borrow. They gave us amazing restaurant recommendations and even showed us around town when we arrived. I cannot say enough about what excellent hosts they are. They truly care about you having a great experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Loco Natural !!!

Comment on Guest Comments by Melissa

Melissa — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:25:56 +0000

I would just like to share what an incredible time I had while staying 2 weeks at Loco Natural with my friend Emily and her daughter. Pamela and Carter are certainly two of the most kind hearted and genuine people you will meet. I especially enjoyed when their sweet dogs and cat would come by to say hello. I felt much at home during our stay. Pamela teaches yoga at a beautiful space not too far of a walk along the beach. I highly recommend taking her classes! They’re truly uplifting and magical!
Much love and thanks for a wonderful experience Pamela and Carter!
Until next time, Ciao!

Comment on Guest Comments by Philip Colon

Philip Colon — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:10:52 +0000

Casa Rumba es maravillosa. Stephanie and I stayed in Casa Rumba over the Christmas and New Years holidays this year and we immediately felt at home. The cabina has everything you need really and nothing you don’t. There are pots, pans dishes and utensils for cooking, a nice size refrigerator, bottled water and couple of other small appliances. The shower is awesome. Sitting on the veranda under the ceiling fan was a delight. Everything is setup so nicely from the privacy, colors and the amazing surroundings. We could not believe how beautiful Costa Rica is and in particular Loco Natural. And of course the wildlife. We were graced by monkeys, sloths, toucans and other wonderful creatures.

One last thing. At first there was a slight concern about a lack of air conditioning but we knew right away our fear was unfounded. Between the breezes & ceiling fans there was no need for air conditioning.

Oh, and I can’t begin to explain the graciousness of Pamela and Carter. From patiently answering all our questions leading up to the trip (and trust me, there were many) to their tips and suggestions and just their friendly smiles. It was all so perfect.

If you’re looking for a comfortable, amazing retreat in the jungle, yet close enough to civilization to feel connected, we highly recommend Casa Rumba & Loco Natural.

Thank you for an amazing life’s experience Pamela & Carter!! Pura Vida.

Comment on Guest Comments by Jerry

Jerry — Wed, 23 May 2018 01:45:14 +0000

I love Casa Rumba. This was my 3rd year staying at Loco Natural. Pamela and Carter have made something really beautiful. Casa Rumba is their newest Casa. Perfect for one or two people. It’s secluded. Extremely well made. Great kitchen and shower. Comfy bed. Screens on some of the windows. Big spacious porch. The trail from the gate meanders through a tropical garden on the way back to Casa Rumba. Very secure. And a very sweet pool. Carter and Pamela are special.

My stay was most beautiful……. jerry

Comment on Guest Comments by Michelle Monkman

Michelle Monkman — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 13:37:38 +0000

We have just come back from spending a month at the Bird House.It was amazing! We were two couples sharing the house with our respective daughters for part of the time.The house had everything we needed to cook and sleep comfortably. If you love nature you will be ecstatic here. Howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, parrots, frogs , iguanas, etc are your neighbours .In total ,we saw 70 species of birds on the property alone!.They will wake you up in the morning for sure because the jungle does not stop but you will be fascinated by their beauty! Biking or walking to town was great. Pamela and Carter have a love for their place and it shows.They have created a veritable botanical garden and a little paradise .We also loved getting to know their 3 dogs who came to visit daily. . It was also wonderful to cool down in their salt water pool at the end of the day after exploring the area or simply being at the beach.They are also amazing at helping you with valuable information as a visitor to Puerto Viejo.We really feel that we have made new friends in Pamela and Carter. Thank you .We are looking forward to returning next year. Pura Vida

Comment on Guest Comments by Sarah Barnhardt

Sarah Barnhardt — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 22:37:47 +0000

Thank you Pamela and Carter for this wonderful place! Our family stayed for the month of Dec. The 4 of us were joined by 2 grandparents and another family of 3 during Christmas and New Year’s. The Bird House was the perfect place for our family and friends. There was room for everyone. Places to have a chill time alone or hang out together. We cooked a lot of meals at home, and the kitchen had everything we needed. The best part is that it’s outside, right in middle of the gathering space, and the jungle of course! The property is beautiful and full of life! Our first morning there we were welcomed by the noisy howler monkeys (you get used to it!). The boys were constantly finding new and interesting creatures. Not to worry though, the mosquito nets keep all the critters away from your bed. The location was perfect for us as well. An easy 7min bike ride to town, or 2 mins to the closest store. I highly recommend renting bikes, it’s the best way to get around. It was nice to be close to town, but also great to have somewhere quiet and relaxing to return to. The ocean was pretty wild most of the month. We had a lot of fun on the beach, but we were very grateful for the beautiful pool. The boys (6 and 9, and our friends daughter, also 9), had so much fun! We have no swimming pools where we live, so for kids who are used to having to put a thick wetsuit on and jump in the cold north Pacific, this was heaven. The Bird House felt like home from the moment Pamela welcomed us there. She was very attentive to all of our needs, and a truly lovely person. You know you’ve had an amazing time somewhere when you tear up when it’s time to leave. Thank you for everything Pamela and Carter. Absolutely Puri Vida!

Comment on Guest Comments by M F

M F — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 20:41:09 +0000

This (Bird House) review is well overdue. My family of 5 stayed here July of 2015. This house is beautiful and serene. The location cannot be beat. Everything you need to maintain self-sufficiency is here. We truly enjoyed the natural setting. My children enjoyed watching the sloths go up and down the trees from sun up to sun down. Daily, we observed monkeys, hummingbirds, various bugs, lizards, and other fauna and flora. My kids also enjoyed picking fruit from the various trees on the property. The daily visit from the property dogs were fun although one of the dogs didn’t like us at all. Maybe my kids were too wild? The owners checked in regularly- but allowed us our privacy. We really enjoyed this property and would never hesitate to recommend it to anyone or any family in need of easy access to Puerto Viejo yet the security to return to calm. For my family, this is a beautiful and excellent located, well-secured property. The owners are a nice and honest couple. We would stay here again and again upon our return to Puerto Viejo. MF

Comment on Guest Comments by Terry Hodgkinson

Terry Hodgkinson — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 18:40:24 +0000

Spent one week at Casa Mambo – Fantastic ! Open and airy. Surrounded by beautiful yards and jungle. Very private Casa Mambo has all the amenities you need for a great stay. Lots of animals in the yard as well bird life in the trees.The salt water pool surrounded by jungle is very special too. Pamela and Carter are very gracious hosts and helpful in every way. Highly recommend staying at Loco Natural (wish we had stayed two weeks there ! ).

Comment on Guest Comments by Davida & Graham

Davida & Graham — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 18:33:54 +0000

Choosing Puerto Viejo and LocoNatural was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made and it’s hard to put words to how much our time there meant to us…
We arrived later than expected, (Carter was very gracious about it–thanks!) so opening our eyes to the surrounding yard & jungle the next morning was stunning…we were fortunate to do that every morning for the month of January from the deck of Casa Mambo. Pamela’s friend hooked us up with bike rental (Green Monkey Buckets!) for the duration and was always a quick phone call away if we needed anything, the weekly housekeeper was awesome and the neighbors were super friendly. We were visited occasionally by the resident pups, mostly to sniff at us and maybe get a couple pets before moving on on their “grounds duty”–such sweet dogs, made us miss ours!
Our daily routine consisted of biking just down the lane and across the road to the Playa Negra beach for a dip, then maybe into town for smoothies at Rockin’ J’s, some lunch and grab some groceries, followed by a hangout session & more beach time back at The Point, which was located just at the corner by our lane. When the ocean was a bit rough and/or we were feeling lazy, it was invaluable to have Loco Natural’s saltwater pool in which to lounge and soak in the extraordinary variety of flora and fauna on the property. We didn’t make many forays into town at night due to our days starting with the monkeys and birds at 5am, but when we did, we took a cab and had a great time–lots of clubs & restaurants to choose from!
Any time we had a question or concern, Carter and Pamela were quick to respond, offer recommendations and in general, made us feel completely at home. The love they have for this spectacular property is evident in the care and detail with which they have manicured, cultivated and re-purposed all it has to offer. We highly recommend staying here, and can’t wait to return!!! Thanks for the a-mazing time–Pura Vida!

Comment on Guest Comments by jenny norrie

jenny norrie — Thu, 27 Jul 2017 17:06:55 +0000

We stayed in the Bird House in January 2017. My husband, myself, and our 5 and 8 year old were blessed with 3 weeks in Puerto Viejo. While there we were joined by my mom and my aunt who stayed in the Bird House with us for one of the weeks. How awesome is that! The house was great. Every bit the secluded, lush, oasis we had hoped for.We had sloths, tucans, howler monkeys, lizards, frogs, fireflies, ect. right in our front yard!!! The pool was dreamy and we were in it every day! I loved that we could walk to a really great beach, a bar/grill, and a little market. Town is not too far either. Puerto Viejo is a real cool chill town for exploring. We went to lots of near by beaches like Punta Uva and Manzanilla that were postcard beautiful. Carter and Pamela were superior hosts and I felt like family. I would not hesitate, in fact I yearn, to go again one day! Thank you Pamela and Carter. Thank you Costa Rica!