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[Guest Comments: 3 positive, 0 negative]
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| 10/13/09 |
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We searched high and low 3 years ago for the best possible accommodations on the pacific coast of CR and now we are returning to the place we found 3 years ago for the 4th time. My family always wants to see and experience something new, so when I say that we are returning for the 4th visit that says alot. The thought and planning put into the style, positioning and decor of the home is truly, I believe God inspired. From the shower that opens up to a view of the ocean to the location of the infinity pool that seems to melt into the ocean.
We asked the owner on our first visit what tours we should take to see wildlife. He told us we would see more wildlife in our back yard than on any tour and he was so right. White face monkeys, howler monkeys. Toucans, slouths, eagles, parrots, hummingbirds, just to name a few, made this home a virtual wildlife refuge. Not to mention that you are viewing all this while swimming in the pool, lying in a hammock or standing in the shower, not exactly the "man vs. wild" episode you see on the discovery channel.
We have now visited in the dry and what they call the rainy season. A couple of things I liked about the so called rainy season was that everything was cheaper, airfare, rental cars, hotels in san Jose and even Flying toucans. From my experience the rainy season consists of days that it rains and its sunny all in the same day. Things are lush the way you expect them to be in the rain forest. So when ever you have a chance to go to Flying Toucans is the best time to be there.
I look forward to our trip there this fall and I hope I have inspired you to take advantage of this dream home on your vacation. The only difficult part of writing this is that I want to make sure there is always room for me at Flying toucans and they are not always booked up, but you just cant keep this one a secret.
Enjoy
The Carlisle family, USA
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| 10/12/09 |
Positive
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Wow! That's what it's like to stay at Flying Toucans!
We particularly enjoy the beautiful spectacular views of the close and distant ocean, the whitewater, the birds every day who fly by and some stay, the tranquility of the home is like being in Paradise (a very private one)...
The Infinity pool is just the right size and is just awesome when you're in it looking at the beautiful view.
The open living areas are just amazing. You never feel like your enclosed like in a normal home... It makes one feel like there is no walls to keep out the fantastic views and the lush surrounding plants and wonderful tropical flowers.
The Toucans and white faced monkeys, the sloth (named Tarzan), the Pelicans, the Eagles and so much more are always present to keep your interests occupied for hours...
And the closeness to the small town of Dominical with it's quaint shops and great restaurants and the great roads make this a No. 1 for vacationers who want the best and have it all at one place...
We love John and Mary too... It's always great to see them and talk story as they share insight on Costa Rica.
Time for you to book your trip now... Relax and enjoy the best of Costa Rica at Flying Toucans... We can't wait to get back there soon.
Art and Deborah Mazano
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Art and Deborah, Maui, Hawaii |
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| 10/08/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
My sister, Tamara, has given your house and property the ultimate recommendation. She has been struggling with what to come back as in her next life ... a beach dog or a whale. Well, now she's decided to come back as your home! ... We have rented 7 houses in the area over the past 10 years and Flying Toucans is at the top of our list.
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The Behners
Asheville, NC
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| 10/08/09 |
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"Although my wife and I always spend weeks researching and planning our vacations, never has it paid off like this time! After looking at hundreds of possible rental villas in a dozen locations throughout Costa Rica, we finally settled on Flying Toucans based on the photos on their website as well as on various comments on on-line travel forums. We figured that if it was even close to the way it appears, we couldn't lose. As it turned out, the pictures don't do it justice and the comments, although right on, don't go far enough. Everything was perfect.
From the welcoming illuminated carport (we arrived after dark) to the stunning landscaping and magnificent views we were continually amazed that a place could be so perfect. The beds were comfortable; the linens, top quality and the kitchen was appointed with beautiful appliances (including dishwasher,) granite countertops, and an open counter looking out over the bay. Everything we could imagine needing was provided including condiments, small appliances, charcoal and lighter for the grill and excellent pots and pans. The knives were also razor sharp! Every morning the Toucans woke us and, although not every day, we did see lots of monkeys and a sloth even hung out in one of the trees next to the house for a couple of days.
The house is very convenient to everything, supermarkets, beaches and restaurants. In fact, there is a wonderful restaurant at the Cuna del Angel hotel walking distance from the villa!
The owners' manager even helped us with directions, advice and booking of tours, restaurant reservations (there are several outstanding restaurants in the area) and even helped with a little problem with our rental car.
We are spending the second week of our vacation traveling around Costa Rica but if I had it to do over again, I would have opted for the entire time at Flying Toucans. Although we generally go somewhere different every year, I know that this is a place that we will return. "
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