The house

The renovated home sits on five acres beside a five-acre conservation area. Its garden and surrounding jungle contain tropical fruit trees and attract monkeys, toucans, aracaris, parrots, scarlet macaws, coatis and agoutis. A short jungle trail leads to a secluded waterfall and swimming hole.

The main floor has a kitchen with island dining, a living room, laundry room, king master bedroom, half bathroom and a large upper deck with outdoor dining overlooking the pool, ocean and jungle. The master bedroom has sliding walls that open toward the jungle and no curtains; eye masks are recommended for guests sensitive to morning light.

The lower floor contains one king bedroom and one queen bedroom sharing a Jack-and-Jill full bathroom, with direct access to the pool and rancho area. These bedrooms are reached by an outdoor wooden staircase. All three bedrooms have air conditioning. Facilities include Wi-Fi, a washer, microwave, refrigerator, outdoor shower and lawn.

The home is in a gated community with a second gate at the property. A staff member welcomes guests personally at check-in. Pool maintenance requires property access on Tuesdays and Fridays. Occasional power outages, interruptions to the spring-fed water supply and encounters with local wildlife can occur.