Title: A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948300/33948296/3cebf11d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948300/33948296/22ece2a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948300/33948296/32236bf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948300/33948296/629be44a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33950000/33948300/33948296/80768ca2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the tranquil atmosphere of Estacion Descansos, a peaceful retreat nestled in the heart of Costa Rica. Relax on the main deck, surrounded by birdsong and breathtaking views across Cachi Lake to a verdant mountain ridge 20 miles away. The cabin features three levels with private baths, organic farming opportunities, healthy produce from its garden and an adjacent meditation kiosk for yoga or simply enjoying nature. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return I am an environmental engineer and my wife is a nurse who chose beautiful Costa Rica as a place to retire and gather with family, friends and visitors. Our station provides a peaceful environment where you can relax, commune with nature, nurture your inner life, renew energy, interact with locals, experience organic farming, enjoy healthy delicious produce right from the garden in a lovely setting that is off the beaten track for most tourists. In English, Estacion Descansos means Station of Rest. You will love the pure air and year-round, spring-like temperature, with mornings and evenings in the upper 60's and 80's in the afternoon. Get ready for a light blanket at night with no need for air conditioning. Birds that surround the Station provide spectacular morning and afternoon concerts. The view from the main deck is breath-taking -- across a valley and Cachi Lake to a verdant mountain ridge 20 miles away. At night, the valley twinkles with lights from small settlements. The cabin has three levels, each level with a private bath. The total sleeping capacity of the station is 10 people; 4 on the lower level, 4 on the upper level and 2 on the central level. The dining and living areas are located in the central level as well as the main balcony and the kitchen which is part of the main balcony; allowing you to cook looking at the Cachi lake. The upper level has a small balcony (capacity of 4) for you to relax in the middle of nature. Superior quality water comes from the municipal aqueduct. Estacion Descansos has its own wastewater treatment plant as well as a complete rain water collection and distribution system for watering plants and minor cleaning. Laundry facility is also available but if you do not want to do it yourself, Irma, a local, will do it for you. Irma could also take care of the cleaning and cooking. Irma charges a hourly rate of $1500 colons which is equivalent to US$2.75. We grow organic produce including tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, green beans, celery, coriander, and more that depending on the season, you can pick, cook and enjoy. Ricardo, a local, takes care of the daily duties to maintain the station. Ricardo will welcome you and provide guidance about the Estacion as well as things you may need like towels, plates, silverware and so on. Adjacent to the house is a beautiful kiosk for meditation, yoga, tai chi or simply a good book and a nap in a hammock. The house has Wifi as well as a Bluetooth speaker so you can play music from your computer or mobile device. At the Estación, you can enjoy teas and aromatic herbs to improve digestion, relieve stress and stimulate sleep. You can harvest most of them right by the porch. Depending on the season, you can blend fresh fruit juice from oranges, bananas, lemon, lulo and mandarins that grow on the property. Aloe Vera (sabila) is planted by the kiosk. Ricardo, the property manager, can show you how to harvest the sabila to get the gel out to enhance your fruit juice. He can also advise you on the properties of various herbs for tea. Descansos works closely with people from the local community of La Flor to provide additional services to visitors, such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, haircuts, transportation and so on Descansos abuts Finca La Flor, our great neighbor. For a reasonable fee or donation, you can enjoy various activities at this organic farm and educational community, including Spanish classes, horseback rides, cooking, walking in the forest, meditating in a natural bamboo circle, feeding the horses, cows, goats, ducks and chickens. With a reservation, you can also take communal meals at Finca La Flor. Also, you can enjoy delicious dishes prepared at the farm, such as fresh salads, whole bread, goat cheese, etc. Additional information could be provided upon request. Please visit us at The Cartago Province and surrounding area offers many opportunities for interesting day trips, including the summit of Irazu (Costa Rica's highest volcano), national parks, thermal springs, water rafting, zip lining, coffee plantation tour and more. It is a region not yet over- run by tourists so you get an authentic Tico experience with restaurants and markets charging local prices. Descansos is a perfect place to vacation, rest, recover from medial tourism or simply enjoy one Costa Rica's most amiable, undiscovered settings. PURA VIDA ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,600 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Minimum stay: 2 days ### Pets Pets allowed Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Santiago, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ruins of Ujarras and Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Limpia Concepción are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tapanti National Park and Savegre Reserve. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Santiago travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Santiago.dx553248635964246074) [View more Cabin rentals in Santiago](https://www.expedia.ca/Santiago-Cabins.d553248635964246074-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.86715%2C-83.81161&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=r-N_qwm_8iTX9nWYL8ldCKKY4GI=) La Flor, Paraiso de Cartago / Cartago ### What's nearby - Ruins of Ujarras - 17 min drive - 7.4 km - Lankester Botanical Garden - 21 min drive - 12.7 km - Our Lady of the Angels Basilica - 25 min drive - 16.9 km - Irazu Volcano National Park - 44 min drive - 23.4 km - Parque Nacional Volcan Irazu - 53 min drive - 26.6 km ### Getting around - San Jose Curridabat Station - 38 min drive - San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 95 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Las Pailas - ‬5 min drive - ‪La Posada de la Luna - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pollo tipico cervanteño - ‬5 min drive - ‪Restaurante La Casona del Cafetal - ‬16 min drive - ‪Pizzería El Rincón de Don Quijote y Sancho Panza - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is A Station In your Life Path You Will Never Forget And Will Be Wanting To Return located? > Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ruins of Ujarras, Casa del Soñador, and Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Limpia Concepción. Lankester Gardens and Mirador Orosi are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question