Platanillo Vacation apartment rental

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  • Apartment
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 night min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Child friendly
  • No pets allowed

From the manager

Valley of Dream Eco Lodge was named one of the "The 15 Best Places to Stay in Costa Rica (Resorts, Hotels and Eco Lodges).We have 4 beautiful Eco-lodges, each has 2 private bedrooms, a bathroom, living room, dining area and kitchenette. The main salon has 3 sofas, a full kitchen, a table to seat 14 comfortably and covered fire pit. Salt water pool and 12 acres of nature to explore. We offer unique accommodations for people to connect and experience an amazing culture!

The Space:

Step Off the beaten path. Situated in the beautiful mountains of Costa Rica on 12 acres, Valley of Dreams Eco Lodge offers all new accommodations designed to allow for a eco-friendlier experience. Valley of Dreams is situated 1200 feet above sea level and surrounded by the jungle, yet 15 minutes away from the town of Dominical. Take pleasure in the daily ocean breezes and fall asleep to the sound of the ocean waves. Here you can revel in the many shooting stars and encounter the milky way. Valley of Dreams offers amazing abundance of wildlife and biodiversity. Toucans, turkeys and green parrots can be enjoyed in their natural habitat on a daily basis and sloths, coatimundi, and others make and occasional appearance. Valley of Dreams is surrounded by mature fruit trees including, mangoes, avocadoes, rambutan, cacao, cashew trees and many more which can be enjoyed by guests but are also enjoyed by the local monkeys. Hike one of the trails to the 400+ year old Ceiba tree, known by the Mayans as the Tree of Life.

Valley of Dreams Eco Lodge offers unique accommodations designed to sleep a total of 10-15 guests making it an ideal location for family vacations, retreats, reunions at a fraction of the cost. Eco-lodges are also available as individual rentals which allows for an opportunity to meet other travelers. There is an abundance of outdoor space to use including a new fire pit with a roof and seating for all to hang out and enjoy. There are plenty of parking spaces available for everyone.

Designed to offer all you need to reconnect yourself with nature and simplicity, Valley of Dreams has 4 private newly remodeled eco lodges. Each eco lodge offers two well-lit private bedrooms with matrimonial mattresses, open closet space and a small desk for inspirational moments. The bathrooms all have instant hot water showers and natural stone sinks. Every eco-lodge has a tastefully decorated living room with new sofas and a coffee table offers amazing views overlooking the jungles, gardens and valleys. Every lodge has a dining table that seats 4 and a kitchenette fully equipped with a microwave, sink, small fridge, coffee maker, electric skillet, cutting board and utensils. Large open windows allow you to experience what nature has to offer. An open floor plan allows for plenty of natural air. Ceiling fans throughout.

The main house boasts an open great room which features plenty of places to relax and connect with others. A fully equipped new kitchen with all stainless-steel appliances offers plenty of room to prepare meals for a crowd. All cabinetry at Valley of Dreams was designed and made by a neighboring craftsman. Here you will find beautiful Platanillo sourced cedar wood ceilings, locally sourced bamboo design, a costa rican hand-crafted rainbow eucalyptus dining table that seats 12, five ceiling fans for your comfort, three comfortable couches and an abundance of natural light. An additional restroom is located in the main area for your convenience. Valley of Dreams has a more affordable private room available with a matrimonial bed, desk, closet and large private bathroom with handrails. Refresh in the below- ground salt water pool or relax in our covered fire pit with a built in barbecue made from bamboo on our property to experience nature.

We have some beach equipment available. We have several snorkel masks, old sheets for beach use, some beach towels, boogie boards and coolers available. We have a limited supply so first come, first serve!

Valley of Dreams is nestled in a small local community which allows guests an opportunity for a true cultural experience and to embrace a simpler way of live. Local restaurants offer a true farm to table experience. Only five minutes away, you can bask in one of this communities renounced waterfalls, Eco Chontales and the national treasure, Nuayaca falls. There are many other various waterfalls and swimming holes to relax in or enjoy a dip in the river. Valley of Dreams is in close proximity to Dominical, Uvita, Quepos, Manuel Antonio and San Isidro and near the beautiful beaches Playa Matapalo, Playa Hermosa, Playa Linda and many more.

Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the shared main salon, swimming pool, hammocks galore, large covered fire pit with built in barbecue, freedom to explore the beautiful jungle. This is a true place of nature, simplicity and beauty. Share food from our garden and many mature fruit trees available on this property. We really enjoy spending

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
  • Bedroom 2: Full bed
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Access

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • BBQ
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • Linen provided

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Interaction with guest

Guests have full access to the shared main salon, swimming pool, hammocks galore, large covered fire pit with built in barbecue, freedom to explore the beautiful jungle. This is a true place of nature, simplicity and beauty. Share food from our garden and many mature fruit trees available on this property. We really enjoy spending time with our guests but also want to give you as much space as you need. Please let us know if you need anything and we'll be more than happy to help out! We reside on the property and are here for you! We love this community and are excited to share it with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay more enjoyable.
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

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100% refund100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.
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Things to know

Check in: 15:00 Check out: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

We encourage children 7 and above. Smoking is allowed in designated smoking areas.

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Manager restrictions

Minimum stay: 1 night

About the manager

Valley Of Dream Sbb
Calendar last updated:
20 Sep 2020

Years listed:
5

Based in:
Costa Rica
Languages spoken: English
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Julianne C

Phenomenal!
Mar 2019

Matt and Annie went above and beyond to ensure that we had the best stay possible at Valley of Dreams. I couldn’t be more satisfied with the home itself, which was comfortable, equipped with all… More 

15 Mar 2019

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Response from the manager
Julianne, Thank you so much for the amazing review! We are so grateful! We loved having you all and so enjoyed the time we spent together. We are so looking forward to your return amiga! Thanks for being a part of our Valley of Dreams family. Pura Vida, Annie and Matt

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mayrlie
Singhampton, Canada

Pura Vida!
Feb 2019

MUCHAS GRACIAS Matt & Annie! Our 5 nights became 7 nights. We ate from their garden and it was delicious! We cooked most of our meals in their amazing communal kitchen. I love that the communal sp… More 

22 Feb 2019

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Response from the manager
Wow! Thank you Ayrlie and Patrick for your amazing review! We love it when we start off a journey as hosts and end up as friends. You are an amazing couple and thank you for bringing your amazing energy to Valley of Dreams. Patrick and his songs made the fire pit nights an amazing experience for everyone. We were so glad to share our ba-ba-ba-dada guanabana's with you both! So glad you were able to meet the sloth here! What a baby! Thanks for being a part of our Valley of Dreams family! Hope to see you again soon! Pura Vida! Annie and Matt

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keithstinehco
Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin

Best location with the Best People!
Dec 2017

I went down to Costa Rica to film a commercial, it was nothing I expected! It was the most comfortable stay, there's always something to do! The location is in the heart of the most beautiful par… More 

9 Aug 2018

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Response from the manager
Keith, We cannot thank you enough for sharing all of your amazing experiences here. So glad you were able to enjoy Nuayaca Waterfalls, Rana Roja, Eco Chontales, Dominical and Uvita! Best of all was celebrating Christmas together. Wishing you all the best and cannot wait for your return after bootcamp! Pura Vida! Annie and Matt

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524stepheni
La California, Costa Rica

Beautiful place with the most wonderful people. Matt and Annie are the best and they’ve built an amazing place together.
Jul 2018

Matt and Annie are the most wonderful hosts a guest could ask for. I feel so fortunate to be able to experience a piece of Costa Rica Paradise that they call home. Overlooking an incredible valley w… More 

23 Jul 2018

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Response from the manager
Steve! Thank you so much for the amazing review! We are very thankful that you loved the place and really enjoyed watching the sunset with you! Love creating amazing new memories! We are looking forward to your return next month!!! Pura Vida, Annie and Matt

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FAQs

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Why can't I call the property manager before booking?

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If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage my booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How can I retract my booking request?

You’ll need to contact the property manager to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send the property manager a message.

If the property manager agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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