10/10 Excellent
Sandra H.
Jun 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wow,, what a unique place!
Sandra H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8th Wonder of the World: Riverfront Luxury with Jacuzzi @ RockaVerdeRetreat
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 42152.8 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Hot Tub
- Pet friendly
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Rivas, San José Province
- Canaan Cheeses18 min drive
- Samaritan Chocolate18 min drive
- Miravalles Cross18 min drive
- Buenos Aires (BAI)137 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Rivas
With a stay at this vacation home in Rivas, you'll be on a river, and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Miravalles Cross and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Canaan Cheeses. .This vacation home is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Samaritan Chocolate and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from The Secret Gardens.
What's nearby
- Canaan Cheeses - 18 min drive
- Samaritan Chocolate - 18 min drive
- The Secret Gardens - 19 min drive
- Quebradas Biological Center - 29 min drive
- Cerro de La Muerte Peak - 57 min drive
Restaurants
- El Andaluz - 9 min drive
- Chirripó Berg - 24 min drive
- Antojitos del Maíz - 13 min drive
- Bar La Estrella - 17 min drive
- Buona pizza - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
8th Wonder of the World: Riverfront Luxury with Jacuzzi @ RockaVerdeRetreat
This unique place in the world is built around giant boulders where it is believed that they found the cave of mammoths (mastodons)🦣 thousands of years ago. The river front property is full of a great variety of fruit trees and breathtaking mountain views. It's a jungle paradise with an excellent climate in one of the best towns in Costa Rica, Rivas.
Rocka Verde Retreat is a beautiful home built around 4 giant rocks that provides total seclusion and privacy in a natural setting. It's artistic, luxurious and spacious featuring a jacuzzi with waterfall and 2 waterfalls in the large shower. The gourmet kitchen is a pleasure to cook in and is equipped with a quality appliances like our cappuccino machine. We have a fully stocked chef's kitchen including snack pantry with delicious treats like caviar, escargots, anchovies, and olives from Spain. The bedrooms have river views with comfortable beds with silk sheets for a perfect nights sleep. You can also schedule a relaxing massage in our gazebo built by the river.
The whole property is here for you to enjoy. Take in the river serenity by dipping in, relax in the gazebo, or on the lounge chairs near by. All paths are well maintained and our fruit trees are there for your pleasure to pick and enjoy the local variety.
The host Robery Hennesy is an artistic home builder and designer that finds unique lots and builds custom homes for potential buyers. This land was purchased without the knowledge of these beautiful rocks. The seller didn't know about them and Robert discovered them 2 weeks after the purchase. The original plan was to build a two-story house with an elevator next door, but when the four rocks presented themselves they became the focus of the home.
Elders in the neighborhood say a mammoth lived here and this inspirational home is soon to be featured on National Geographic show "Most Unique Homes".
It certainly is unique and we like to think of it as the eighth wonder of the world.
Rocka Verde Retreat is a beautiful home built around 4 giant rocks that provides total seclusion and privacy in a natural setting. It's artistic, luxurious and spacious featuring a jacuzzi with waterfall and 2 waterfalls in the large shower. The gourmet kitchen is a pleasure to cook in and is equipped with a quality appliances like our cappuccino machine. We have a fully stocked chef's kitchen including snack pantry with delicious treats like caviar, escargots, anchovies, and olives from Spain. The bedrooms have river views with comfortable beds with silk sheets for a perfect nights sleep. You can also schedule a relaxing massage in our gazebo built by the river.
The whole property is here for you to enjoy. Take in the river serenity by dipping in, relax in the gazebo, or on the lounge chairs near by. All paths are well maintained and our fruit trees are there for your pleasure to pick and enjoy the local variety.
The host Robery Hennesy is an artistic home builder and designer that finds unique lots and builds custom homes for potential buyers. This land was purchased without the knowledge of these beautiful rocks. The seller didn't know about them and Robert discovered them 2 weeks after the purchase. The original plan was to build a two-story house with an elevator next door, but when the four rocks presented themselves they became the focus of the home.
Elders in the neighborhood say a mammoth lived here and this inspirational home is soon to be featured on National Geographic show "Most Unique Homes".
It certainly is unique and we like to think of it as the eighth wonder of the world.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub. Additional features at this vacation home include a living plant wall, barbecue grills, and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Robert
Languages
English, Russian, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Massage
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Water dispenser
Dining
- Chef service
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bidet
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Smart TV
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Handrails in stairways
- No elevator
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Meal delivery service
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- On a river
Things to do
- Bicycle parking
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
- At least 80% of food locally-sourced
- At least 80% organic food
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Bicycle parking
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Living plant wall
- Local artist showcase
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- Recycling
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 2,152.8 square feet
- Vegan dining options
- Vegetarian dining options
- Water dispenser
Policies
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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10/10 Excellent
Caryn A.
Apr 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical spot in Costa Rica
The Rocka Verde Retreat was stunning. We had a magical stay. Not only was the house beautifully designed and well equipped, but the property was equally as attractive and situated right on a pristine river. I am so grateful Robert had the creative insight and inspiration to manifest such a unique and astounding space. Definitely a special treat if you are going to be visiting this part of Costa Rica!
Robert was very responsive throughout the booking process and stay. The house was equipped with everything needed for cooking and tidying up. The espresso machine was a bonus, as was having oil, coffee, and salt, and pepper provided.
Finally, the surrounding areas of Rivas and San Gerardo are a nature lover's paradise even though you will find it hard to leave the property once you are there.
Caryn A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
Mar 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Truly unique
The incorporation of the natural surroundings into the design of the house were incredibly well done. The sound of the river was the perfect white noise to allow for a solid nights sleep.
Michael S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024