With a stay at this vacation home in Rivas, you'll be 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Samaritan Xocolata Chocolate Factory and 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from The Secret Gardens. .This vacation home is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Quebradas Biological Center and 9.9 mi (16 km) from Cloudbridge Nature Preserve.
Mariposario Casa Alegría - 22 min drive - 7.5 miles
Samaritan Xocolata Chocolate Factory - 23 min drive - 8.1 miles
The Secret Gardens - 24 min drive - 8.8 miles
Restaurants
Batsú Gastropub - 17 min drive
Kapi Kapi - 19 min drive
Chirripó Berg - 24 min drive
Casa Alegría - 17 min drive
El Andaluz - 9 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.
Rocka Verde Retreat
This vacation home offers 2 accommodations with rice cookers and portable fans. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 42-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages and massages.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and an oven. A 42-inch Smart television with digital programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a rice cooker.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This vacation home also features a picnic area and gas grills.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
4 outdoor pools
Deep-tissue massages
Hot springs nearby
Outdoor treatment areas
Treatment room
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Free secured, covered self parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Cleaning supplies
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Freezer
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Mixer
Oven
Paper towels
Rice cooker
Spices
Stovetop
Dining
Champagne service
Couples/private dining
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of USD 75; reservation required
Private picnics
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Entertainment
42-inch smart TV with digital channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Fully-fenced
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Walkway to water
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Portable fan
Pets
Pet friendly
Fee: USD 25 per accommodation per stay
Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
No elevator
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
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
2 units
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please put keys back in lockbox and change the code before leaving.
Checkout time is at 11am unless you made other arrangements with us. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: USD 195 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Hosted evening meal: USD 75
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
This property only accepts cash
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Rocka Verde Retreat Rivas
Rocka Verde Retreat Private vacation home
Rocka Verde Retreat Private vacation home Rivas
Rocka Verde Retreat Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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This was exactly what I was needing. Serenity, tranquility, peace. A real opportunity to be one with nature without sacrificing civilized amenities. Overall this place was wonderful and the extreme private space mixed with the sound of the river all night makes for perfect sleep
This house is truly one of a kind. It felt like stepping into The Croods (the movie)—living in a cave, but an incredibly luxurious one! The kids said it was like being in a fairytale and were genuinely sad to leave. Tucked away by the river and off the beaten path, it had everything we needed for a magical stay.
This is the most unique place you will ever stay! It’s so much fun. We loved it! It’s very nice, comfortable and really cool! We enjoyed the hot tub, playing darts and the river sitting area. My 9 year old is already asking to go back and we certainly will!
Excellent place to stay for home base to visit Cloudbridge Nature observatory or hot springs and Chirripo
The share uniqueness of the house was a treat in itself. The interior was a tranquil sanctuary. Very natural and peaceful.
The lighting was an unexpected ambiance.
Full kitchen was a plus all you need to be meal ready is ingredients. Washer and dryer on site was a pleasant surprise, especial after a day hiking in the cloud forest.
The outside garden is a nice morning walk.
Then you have the elevated catwalk to the River where you can sit and watch the birds, including a couple of Momot that were there every day.
It has a nice patio area with a grill that is nice to sit on as well.
Robert was great in touching base with us and making sure we got in ok,then our host checked in to make sure everything was great as it was.
They do offer meals to be made for you we did not use this service but the reviews in the guest book made us wish we would have.😊
The property is safe and quiet.
There is a small meat market in town and a grocery store so you can stock up on food items to prepare meals.
A little further down the road at a little soda Antogitos del de maiz is good food but you can also get gluten free desserts.
Great place to relax and unwind.
You will be totally amazed by the house and the host.
robin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ana
Mar 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mindblowing and conscious design
This stay was absolutely out of this world. Robert, the owner and designer of the place, is an excellent host, he left us a hand-written welcome note and some goodies. Sleeping next to the river and waking up to nature sounds feels like a movie. The house is well equipped with anything you might need. The design and coziness of the place is undeniable.
A place as dreamy as it gets ✨️
The Rocka Verde house is like something out of a movie. It’s truly a fascinating house. The river that runs past the house is beautiful and the gazebo on the rock is a great place for a morning coffee. The house has all the amenities you need and Robert is a very attentive host. We stayed longer than initially planned because we liked it so much.
Nelissen
10/10 Excellent
Peter Kabell
Traveled with family
Jan 12, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The house is absolutely unique, and beautifully situated with a river running through the back garden, making sleep filled with wonderful water noises. The house is artistically decorated, with a lot of unique pieces, and it is fully equipped with anything you need. To note, that for access you need a four-wheel-drive.
Peter Kabell
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Mikael
Traveled with family
Dec 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unforgettable experience. This place is like from a dream, no words can do justice to how unique this place is. You can just sit down and watch the beauty and art all day.