Escape to the jungle in Cocles at Cabina Harlequin, a cozy container home surrounded by lush greenery and bordering Rio Negro. From the second-level deck, watch parrots, sloths, and monkeys while sipping farm-fresh coffee or relax with a good book inside near the heliconia garden.
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Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills
Cabina Harlequin is a container home located in the jungle in the neighborhood Cocles which is 15 minutes from Puerto Viejo. The home is built bordering Rio Negro and neighbors the owner's home on a 3 hectare farm. There are chickens, ducks, goats, and sheep. The bedroom and bathroom are on the first floor and the kitchen and sitting area are on the second level where you can enjoy farm fresh eggs and coffee watching the parrots, sloths, and monkeys from the deck. There is 100Mbps fiber optic internet.
A 20 foot container has 1 wall knocked out to expand the size of the bedroom. The bathroom is an add-on room off the back of the container which has natural stone tile throughout. The bathroom sink has a live edge wood pedestal (found on the farm). The container doors open up to the heliconia garden. There is a desk inside the cabin with a view of the garden. There is a trundle bed with a queen size mattress for an additional person. The open air kitchen is on the second level. There is a 2 burner induction stove, air fryer/toaster oven, blender, coffee maker, and refrigerator. There is a hot/cold water dispenser supplied with spring water. There is also a breakfast bar, a hammock. and sofa on the second level. The cabin is surrounded in trees and a small river so it is a lovely spot to relax and experience life on a jungle farm.
Casa Harlequin is located on a farm 2km from the main road with hills. There is covered parking.
There is a UPS backup inside the cabin for the router in case of power outages. There is also a gravity rainwater tank available in case of power outages (pump requires power). The water for the cabin is harvested rainwater. There are full house filters and a UV lamp filter that process the water. It is potable and can be used to cook with or wash vegetables. Spring water so that is also available. The cabin has a tankless hot water heater. There is a septic treatment plant installed which minimizes your impact to the environment. Please be careful to not flush inorganic waste down the toilet.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchenette
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Water dispenser
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
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
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Cahuita is home to this apartment. Punta Uva Beach and Cahuita National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Finca La Isla Botanical Garden. Visit our Puerto Viejo de Talamanca travel guide
Is Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills located?
Situated in Cahuita, this apartment building is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Playa Cocles and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Playa Chiquita. Talamanca Family Art and Black Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Casa Harlequin at Margarita Hills Reviews
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Loved living in the jungle….howler monkeys, toucans, blue morpho butterflies and all sounds of nature. Loved the farm animals. Teresa and Liz were excellent hosts and quick to respond to our needs. I would definitely go back for a return stay.