Casa Punta Banco in Peninsula de Osa

Casa Punta Banco is a private jungle home where nature, privacy, unspoiled beaches and beauty abound.
This 265 acres of primary Rain Forest has 1 1/2 miles of gorgeous beach, beautiful sunsets,
waterfalls, streams and tide pools full of aquatic life.

The open air house sets 250 ft. above the beach where you'll be caressed by gentle sea breezes and
nurtured by the breathtaking panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and Osa Peninsula. This tropical
house has 6 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a fully equipped kitchen and a large living area where monkeys
and birds can be seen munching in the fruit trees that surround the house.

Three orchards can be found on the property where you can sample local and exotic fruits. Trails
throughout the Rain Forest can be used for exploring, bird watching and horseback riding. World class
fishing and surfing nearby.

The staff includes a caretaker/guide and a housekeeper/cook. Utilities and linens included.

General:
- Linens Provided, Daily Maid Service, Paper Towels & Toiletry, Shampoo, Laundry & Basic Soaps, Bath
& Beach Towels, Safe
- Caretaker/Guide, Housekeeper/Chef
- Activites Guide, Firewood, Local Maps, Restaurant-Dining Guide

Kitchen:
- Coffe Maker, Cooking Utensils, Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Stove Top Burners

Dining:
- Separate Dining Area that has seating for 16 persons

Bathrooms:
- Bath 1: Triangular Shaped Tub for 2
- Bath 2: Double Shower
- Outdoor Shower: At Beach

Bedrooms:
- Bedroom 1: 1 Double, 2 Child Beds
- Bedroom 2: 1 Double
- Bedroom 3: 1 Double
- Bedroom 4: 1 Double
- Bedroom 5: 2 Twin/Single
- Bedroom 6: 2 Twin/Single

Entertainment/Communication:
- CD Player
- * Cellular Phone (optional)
- * Horse Rental (optional)

Outdoors/OnSite Equipment:
- Barbecue/Outdoor Grill, Gardens, Balcony, Unscreened Porch, Walkway to Beach, 4 Beach Chairs
- Binoculars, Small Cooler
- Scenic Waterfalls and Hiking Trails
Suitability:
- Pets Considered
- Long Term Renters Welcome
- Children Welcome

Things to do at Casa Punta Banco

Hike the many miles of tropical rainforest Hike to the fruit orchards

Swim, Surf or Body Surf in the warm Pacific Ocean

Nearby Pavones is one of the top 10 surfing beaches in the world. Pavones boasts the longest left
breaking wave in the world

Soak, swim or snorkel in the sun heated tidepools

Horseback ride on the beach (our caretaker can arrange for rental of horses)

Walk our pristine 1.5 miles of beach

Climb and explore the streams and waterfalls (carefully)

Watch the monkeys playing in the trees

Sample fruits in season from 3 orchards

Nap or read in the hammocks

Shower or cool off in our waterfalls

Bird watch

Watch turtles nesting (in season)

Visit the "Save the Turtle Project" in the village

Nature photography

Surf and fish out front

Sunbathe on the picture perfect beaches

Go deep sea fishing from nearby Golfito

Fish with the local fishermen

Visit the border city of Frontera and shop both Costa Rica and Panama by simply crossing the street
(1.5 hours from Casa Punta Banco)

Have the fishermen take you across the bay to Corcovado, Costa Rica's wildest and most untouched
national park where you can see flocks of macaws and other wildlife.

Visit Zancudo where you can see a totally different ecological system - swamps, crocodiles, water
birds, etc. ( 1 hour from Casa Punta Banco)

Buy hand made Indian crafts and see their homes

Watch a local soccer meet in the village

Have a soda or cold beer with the locals in the village

Buy a small pig (when available) from the neighbors and have a pig roast. Our caretaker can arrange
this and even cook it for you!

Enjoy a Tico meal at one of the local restaurants

Enjoy the sunset from the rockers on the upstairs veranda.

Do a day trip across the bay.

Visit Wilson Botanical Gardens

$1,400 per week (1-2 persons) With $300 security deposit

$150 per week additional for each person beyond 2 persons

1/2 fees due at booking, final payment due 3 months prior to stay