Casa Tranquila at Playa Palo Seco - Home Rental Listing Details

Behind the narrow island is a wide estuary which flows in and out with the ocean tides. With the backdrop of huge mountains, this is a view to cherish. There is boat access to the estuary at the back of the property. Snook and red snapper abound in the estuary waters. The ancient mangrove trees and coconut palms are homes for the many beautiful birds, iguanas, red crabs, squirrels, white-faced monkeys, and other island wildlife. Enjoy the quiet, relaxing character of Costa Rica's natural environment at Casa Tranquila.

Casa Tranquila is a perfect compliment to the cabinas at Cabinas la Tranquilidad. The cabinas are large hotel rooms with private baths, and the kitchen and dining terraza are in an adjacent building. Casa Tranquila is a complete house with it's own private fully-equipped kitchen, indoor dining, 1 1/2 baths, automatic washer, and sunroom living area. The bedroom has 1 double bed and 2 single beds. Two more single beds, bunked, are in the large sunroom. Casa Tranquila has tile flooring, ceiling fans and air conditioning.

Two swimming pools are centered on Cabinas la Tranquilidad property, just behind Casa Tranquila. Water volleyball/basketball is available for guests to enjoy in the larger pool. Billiards, foosball and darts await in the Recreational Rancho. Local Costa Rican families have always enjoyed Playa Palo Seco, but it is just beginning to be noticed by tourists on holiday, so there may be no one else on the wide volcanic black sand beach. The ocean has excellent surf. Beach chairs, hammocks, bicycles, and large thirsty beach towels are available for guests to use at the beach. The beach is wonderful for shelling, sunbathing, taking a relaxing stroll, biking, fishing, swimming or an impromtu game of beach volleyball. And do not forget to marvel at the magnificent sunrises and sunsets each day.

Isla Palo Seco is approximately two and a half hours from San Jose, 40 kilometers south of Jaco, and 22 kilometers north of Quepos. From the airport in San Jose, take the road to Jaco. Continue past Jaco through Parrita. Parrita is the closest town, about ten minutes from the island. After crossing the one lane bridge, turn right to Isla Palo Seco. Follow this road to a short bridge which is the entrance to the island. Turn left on the island road and go about 5 miles. There are mostly beach houses and private residences of native Costa Rican families on the island. There are two large hotels on the island and four restaurants and bars which service the local people and beach visitors.

Cabinas la Tranquilidad is gated and surrounded by a white rail fence with green diamonds. The on-site caretaker and the night guard maintain the security of the property. The cabinas and Casa Tranquila can each be rented separately, or combined for weekly rentals. Maid service is included. Management and staff are there to ensure a pleasant and tranquil stay for guests at Casa Tranquila. They will assist in any way they can.

For the adventurous there is much to see and do beyond the tranquility of Casa Tranquila. Manuel Antonio National Park is about 40 minutes south. Adjacent to the park is Quepos, an oceanfront city with restaurants, nightlife, a small airport, and a hospital. Jaco, about 40 minutes north, is known for its nightlife and surfing beach. Sport-fishing, mangrove tours, canopy tours, horseback riding, rafting, four wheeler tours, paramotoring, and more are available nearby. Mountains and rain forests are waiting to be explored. Endangered giant sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs every year. The on-site property manager will be happy to advise and arrange tours for guests.

For the most immediate needs, the bustling town of Parrita is only ten minutes away. Parrita has banks, supermarkets, restaurants, shopping, and a medical clinic. There are taxis, and bus service to Quepos, Jaco, and San Jose. Parrita has not become a tourist town yet, but retains the character and charm of small-town Costa Rica. Credit for this belongs to the wonderful, friendly, and helpful people of the community. They truly live Pura Vida!

We look forward to your inquiries and reservation requests. Feel free to email or call with any questions you may have. We will enjoy helping you with your vacation plans.