VILLA SHANTI - A unique experience for Body & Soul

This outstanding villa is found in a calming and charming neighborhood on the hill of Pelada where you can hear the ocean sounds and feel the breeze. Villa Shanti is located in a calm section, where you are more protected from dust and car noise.

The Villa belongs to a German couple. They got their inspiration from their world trips to Africa, Asia and Polynesia and incorporated this into the architectural and interior design of the Villa.

Villa Shanti was built in 2019 by local artisans using an ecological emphasis and traditional building methods. The villa is built to allow cooling cross breezes to waft through the living spaces. The height of the rooms, and the ceiling made of sugar cane guarantee an excellent healthy room climate. These make for excellent conditions to live comfortably both in the rainy season and on hot days.

The house has a lot of living space with 2 terraces. Spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed from the pool deck overlooking the ocean. The lovely landscaped garden will give you a tropical feeling from the moment you arrive. The completely enclosed property offers you complete tranquil privacy, surrounded by hummingbirds and butterflies.

Stay fit by swimming your laps in the longest (almost 16 m long) saltwater pool you can find in the Nosara area. Practice Yoga, Meditation or your workout at your own space and time in your private teak wooden Yoga rancho with a great view of the Pacific.

Villa Shanti is less than a 5-minute walk to Lagarta Lodge (5- Star Resort with Spa), which offers amazing food, a lounge and a sensational view.

Pelada, the section of Nosara where Villa Shanti is located, is an excellent choice for a relaxing time away from the crowds, but still close enough to all of the amenities that Guiones has to offer.

It is only a 12-minute walk to Playa Pelada, which offers 2 alluring beachside restaurants, and a sheltered picturesque half-moon bay, where the laid atmosphere makes it the perfect place to spend the day relaxing.

You are close to one of the best surfing destinations worldwide and in Costa Rica. There is a trail from Playa Pelada that leads into Playa Guiones or it is a short 10-minute ride to Playa Guiones and Guiones Downtown.

The house is also less than a mile away from the Nosara River Mouth, where the inland river meets the ocean. A paradise for standup paddlers, hikers and kayakers who want to explore the jungle mangroves in the nature reserve. Als a great spot for birdwatchers and monkey lovers!

We highly recommend some form of transportation to fully enjoy all that the area has to offer!

We offer:
2 bedrooms with a Queen size bed
1 bedroom with 2 singles, possibility to put together as a king bed
1 separate single bedroom
Ceiling fans throughout the house including the 2 terraces
AC in every sleeping room
All the mattresses are orthopedic
3 bathrooms, one with an outdoor shower
1 tropical garden shower
1 Yoga Rancho with two ceiling fans
15 meters salt water swimming pool
Full kitchen equipment for cooking lovers
Large family fridge with freezer, dishwasher, coffee- maker, microwave, oven,
toaster, blender.
Bodega with washing machine, dryer, and iron.
Free- unlimited WIFI Internet
Off-Street Parking for 3 cars
Cable TV
For your Safety:
Guarded Security system night and day
Safe for your important belongings

Eco-friendly features like:

Solar power heat water
Reserve water tank
Dual water filtration with UV sterilization system for hygienic healthy drinking water
Wooden shutters like in Southern France to keep the rooms cool
Using traditional knowledge of Costa Rica and Bali about building techniques with local natural materials like wood and sugarcane
Each piece of furniture is made in Costa Rica, most of them handmade by local carpenters
Mosquito insect meshes on every single window and sliding door

Following Services are included:

- Pool Service twice a week
- Housecleaning once a week (Extra charge if you rent monthly)
- Electricity (extra charge if you rent monthly)
- Towels for kitchen, bathroom, beach and pool
- Bed Sheets and duvet covers
- Garden maintenance twice a week (extra charge if you rent monthly)
- Anabelle, your host, will be happy to help you organize excursions, hikes or whatever you need to know to make your vacation as relaxing as possible, always on hand to assist you!

PLEASE NOTE

No AC in the livingroom!

Property Management & Concierge Services
The property manager is available daily from 8 am to 5 pm and 5 pm to 8 am only for emergencies

This listing comes with complimentary guest services and concierge services.
While Costa Rica does have many of the conveniences you are accustomed to having at home, navigating a foreign country can feel a bit tricky. For that reason, we’re here to help curate your experience and itinerary to be the best it can be. From booking surf lessons and ATV tours to arranging your rental car or shuttle, to organizing your private chef and massages, we’re here for you.

Security
Nosara is absolutely a wonderful community and we can't wait to share all the good things that it has to offer. We care a great deal about our clients and for that reason, we also want to make you aware of one of the véry few downsides to Nosara: petty theft (they usually are out for your cash and your belongings as in any other tourism area). We would like to understand the dynamics of the group, so we can take care of you, put you in the right house and downsize the chance of you having any issues with this. Please feel free to inquire for more information. If not included, the property manager can arrange a dinner guard at an additional cost. The guest is responsible for securing and protecting their personal belongings and valuables left in and around the Property and for ensuring that all security features available are enabled every time they leave the Property.

Internet and Electricity
In the jungle, the utility infrastructure is unpredictable. There may be power, phone, and/or internet outages and interruptions in service. The Guest should not leave electronics plugged in during rainstorms. There is no guarantee that the Internet will always work. We have an excellent mobile phone signal with Kolbi and data rates are very reasonable. If internet access is always crucial, we encourage you to bring an unlocked phone and get a Kolbi SIM card.

Water
During the dry season months of December through April, the Property may have low water pressure due to temporary or scheduled water outages. We will do our best to notify Guests of any interruptions in water service or regularly scheduled water shut-offs.

Jungle creatures
We make every effort to present a well-cleaned home for your arrival. However, it is a jungle out there and nature can move in at any time. The Homeowners and Property Manager are not responsible for the fumigation or removal of insects that may enter the Property during the Guest's stay. Even though the house is regularly fumigated on a maintenance schedule, expect to see ants, beetles, spiders, and other assorted insects year-round. Bugs are especially active during the rainy season, May through November. Every effort is made to present a clean home at Check-In. To minimize the impact of bugs on your vacation, please keep food wrapped, store it in the refrigerator, clean kitchen counters and screen doors closed at all times (particularly at night).

Refunds
No refunds will be given for natural disasters, water outages, internet outages, security breaches, personal property losses, or nearby construction noise. This area is a rapidly growing community. There is no guarantee there will not be construction nearby.

Insurance
We encourage all Guests to purchase Traveler Insurance in case of unforeseen circumstances, accidents, or other issues that may prohibit Guests from travelling or fulfilling Rental terms.