Full Description: Step through the gates of Casa Ix Chel and you'll find yourself in a tropical garden containing many species of tropical flowers and fruit trees including coconuts, bananas, papayas and lemons. Walk up the path to the home and you will find the swimming pool, which has a shallow section designed for lounging submerged, and the outdoor eating area, surrounded by palms, bougainvillea and hibiscus.
The home stands 3 stories tall. The architect used many curved lines and lots of exposed wood, so there is definitely a nautical feel. Enter through the front door and you'll find the first living room, a great spot to read and relax. There is a small bar that connects with the large kitchen. The dining area has a picture window overlooking the pool and gardens. The kitchen is brand new, and has a six burner gas stove, range hood, dishwasher, two basin sink, and a large refrigerator, all stainless steel. You'll find the master bedroom on the first floor. It has a king size bed imported from Java. The master bath has a double vanity and a shower with hand molded tub. There is also a powder room the first floor for guests and wet people.
Make your way to the second floor and you'll find the second living area. There is a television, sitting area and a large wrap around porch overlooking the pool and gardens. There are two bedrooms on this floor, one king size bed and a queen size bed both with private bathrooms.
The third floor is home to the crow's nest. Here you'll find 2 bunk beds, each with a double bed and a single bed. There is also a nice bathroom with shower.
Additional features include cable, dvd, wireless internet, all linens, towels, and an outdoor shower.
Sleeping arrangements:
Master: one king: 2 people
Guest 1: one king: 2 people
Guest 2: 1 queen: 2 people
Crow's Nest: 2 doubles and two singles. 4 individuals or up to 6 children.
Cabina (studio) 1: 1 queen: 2 people.
Cabina (studio) 2: 1 queen: 2 people.
Rates:
High Season: Dec 1st - May 1st (except Christmas, New Years and Easter weeks):$2,500 for whole property or $1,900 for just the 4 bedroom main house.
Low season: $2200 for the whole property or $1600 for the main house.
Christmas Week: $3,500 for 6 bedrooms or $2,900 for just the main house.
New Years Week:$3,700 for 6 bedrooms or $3,100 for just the main house.
Easter Week: $3,500 for 6 bedrooms or $2,900 for just the main house.
Also found at Casa Ix Chel are the Studios. Each has a queen size bed, private bath, and small kitchen.
You may know Casa Ix Chel as Casa Donna, its name when it was a bed and breakfast. The whole property was renovated in 2008.
For the location of Casa Ix Chel, please consult the Tamarindo Map.
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