Casa Mesakeca is a stunning, spacious, new (2020) home situated on a large private easily accessible lot in a peaceful residential community. The tastefully appointed home includes a large infinity pool, gourmet kitchen, 4 private comfortable bedrooms with an optional separate Casita and all the amenities you need to make your stay a truly amazing and unforgettable experience.
Location: The home is located on a large lot in the desirable Samara Woods residential community less than 5 minutes from the coastal town of Samara - close to the beach and town amenities but far enough away from the action and noise to appreciate the tranquil jungle paradise.
Access: Casa Mesakeca is located 100 km (60 miles / ~1 hr and 45 minutes) from the Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia and 220 km (145 miles/~ 4 hrs) from the Juan Santamaria International Airport near San Jose. The nearest city is Nicoya which is approximately 35 km (21 miles / ~45 min) north of Casa Mesakeca. Casa Mesakeca is accessed from a well-maintained gravel road about 0.5 km from the paved Highway 150. The driveway is easily accessible with ample space for parking next to the home.
Pool: The huge infinity pool includes a large shallow splash pool with water chairs for kiddies and sun worshippers along with a swimming section large enough to launch multiple floatables, play water games, or swim exercise laps. The pool is naturally solar heated to the perfect temperature year-round. The pool includes a spacious deck with both shaded and exposed areas and ample seating in the comfortable sofa set, sun loungers, and padded deck chairs. There is a half bath/ change room and an outdoor pool shower conveniently located on the pool deck. A selection of pool inflatables and toys is available for guest enjoyment and a large beverage cooler or convenient access to cool refreshments.
Kitchen: The gourmet kitchen boasts stunning custom-crafted Guanacaste cabinetry with black leathered granite countertops that provide ample storage and space for meal prep and dinner service equipment. The huge 10-foot island includes a stainless steel farmhouse sink with commercial grade faucets and a raised concrete eating bar with seating for 6. The quality appliances include a black slate KitchenAid convection/conventional wall oven, microwave, and dishwasher along with a 36” commercial 6-burner Thor gas range with stainless steel range hood and a split door LG fridge with easy access door cooler, ice maker, and water dispenser. There is a large separate pantry to store all your groceries and a large cooler to help keep your fruits, vegetables, and other perishables fresh and tasty. The kitchen is equipped with a Ninja Hot and Cold Beverage Centre, a coffee bean grinder, toaster, VitaMix blender, hand blender, hand mixer, air fryer, and all the pans, cookware, and utensils needed to satisfy even the most discriminating chef. There is also ample dinnerware, glassware, and cutlery for all guests including shatterproof acrylic and insultated metal beverage tumblers for poolside use.
Sleeping Quarters: The sleeping quarters include 4 bedrooms in the main house, two of which include sleeping lofts for upto 2 extra guests. The 1 bedroom Casita, which is included with the rental fee for groups of 10 or more guests, can be available for smaller groups for an extra fee. All beds have quality Douglas mattresses imported from Canada to give you the cushioned support you need. The Douglas’ CoolSense® cover and gel foam help keep you cool and relaxed in the warmest climates and a mattress structure designed to stop motion transfer between sleepers, allowing you to enjoy restful, undisturbed sleep. The beds in 4 of the 5 bedrooms were designed for maximum flexibility allowing each bed to be configured as a King bed or as two separate single beds. All beds and pillows are dressed with quality bedding and are doubly protected with water/pest resistant covers. All bedding, including duvets and duvet covers, are thoroughly laundered and sanitized between guests. All bedrooms are also equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, reading lamps, internet ports, and bedside USB charging ports.
Bedroom 1: The primary master bedroom on the upper level includes a large furnished private deck and two retractable glass walls for a spectaular view of the night skies and treetops. The sumptuous ensuite bathroom includes a beautiful stone bathtub, walk in shower with Brizo rain shower and hand wand fixtures, and a skillfully crafted double vanity with elegant vessel sinks. The upper master bedroom also includes ample closet space, a quiet desktop workspace, ceiling and deck fans, and air conditioning. The King-sized bed includes a stunning live-edge Guanacaste wood headboard, high-end mattress, and quality hotel bedding. This room is equipped with internet ports and a TV with access to popular streaming channels.
Bedroom 2: The secondary master bedroom at the far end of the guest wing has a beautiful hand-crafted Guanacaste bed that can be arranged as a King size bed or as two separate single beds with a high-end mattress and quality hotel bedding. This room includes an optional sleeping loft with beds for up to two children (+7 yrs) , teens, or adults limber enough to climb the steep ladder. This bight and airy room includes two sets of sliding glass doors, a large private forest view deck, a stunning ensuite bath with walk-in shower, double vessel sinks, and ample closet storage. This room is equipped with internet ports and a TV with access to popular streaming channels.
Bedroom 3: This bedroom has a beautiful hand-crafted Guanacaste bed that can be set up as a King size bed or as two separate single beds with a high-end mattress, and quality hotel bedding. This room includes an optional sleeping loft with beds for up to two older children (+7 yrs), teens, or adults limber enough to climb the steep ladder. This room includes glass doors with a view to a spectacular Guanacaste tree and planters. The room includes ample closet storage and a beautiful shared bathroom (shared with Bedroom 4) that is equipped with a large walk-in shower, double vessel sinks, and plenty of storage.
Bedroom 4: This bedroom has a beautiful hand-crafted Guanacaste bed that can be set up as a King size bed or as two separate single beds. The room includes glass doors with a west view to the spectacular Guanacaste tree and planters at the front of the home. The room includes ample closet storage and a beautiful shared bathroom (shared with Bedroom 3) that is equipped with a large walk-in shower, double vessel sinks, and plenty of storage.
Casita (Optional): The Casita is separate from the Main house but connected by a concrete walkway that allows mobility impaired guests to access the pool without having to navigate stairs other than a single 4“ step at the Casita threshold. The bed in the Casita can be arranged as one king-size bed or two singles. The Casita includes a beautiful ensuite bathroom with double vessel sinks and a large walk-in rain shower with hand wand. There is a small kitchenette with a microwave, single-burner induction cooktop, mini fridge, coffee maker and basic cookware, dinnerware, and cutlery for two guests. The Casita includes air conditioning and ceiling fans to ensure a comfortable rest and is equipped with a TV (streaming channels only), internet ports, and wifi internet access to keep you as connected as you need to be. The tastefully decorated Casita boasts two large retractable glass walls and large private deck area for splendorous views of the surrounding tree-covered hillsides, birds, iguanas, and occasional monkey troops.
The Casita is included with the rental fee for groups of 10 or more guests. For smaller parties renting the main house the Casita may be available for an additional fee upon request.
Living Room: The spacious living room includes a comfortable sectional sofa along with a smaller sofa, four comfy armchairs, and other seating as needed can be added from the deck furniture. There is also a Smart TV with Netflix and other streaming service in adition to a variety of board games and books for unplugged entertainment. The living room is not air-conditioned but is kept comfortable with a large double headed Minka Aire gyro fan and effective natural ventilation.
Housekeeping, Laundry, Pool Cleaning, and Gardening: Casa Mesakeca housekeepers will ensure the home is completely cleaned and high-touch areas are sanitized prior to your arrival. Upon request, a housekeeper will come by after 3 or 4 days to change bedding and towels, sweep floors, do a light cleaning in the bedrooms and bathrooms. The laundry room will be available for limited guest use upon request. The pool cleaners visit twice weekly to keep the pool clean and clear and a gardener will visit as needed to ensure the landscaping is kept healthy and tidy.
The Property and Samara Woods Neighbourhood: The private 2-acre Casa Mesakeca property is surrounded by jungle forests with a wide variety of mature trees including several magnificent Guanacaste trees, stunning Cortez Amarillos, balsas, mangoes, papayas, limes, sweet lemons, and a formidable row of spike covered Pochotes guarding the tree lined driveway. The Casa Mesakeca property also includes a variety of other interesting species such as a cinnamon, eucalyptus, nutmeg, pomegranate, avocado, moringa, and almond trees, pineapple plants, and vanilla and peppercorn vines. The house is currently out of sight of any other home in the neighbourhood but is only a short distance from our property manager’s home so they can ensure the security of the home and occupants. The Samara Woods community is populated by a wonderful collection of friendly neighbours from around the globe.
