From the Property
Pick Your Own
Our grounds have rows of fruit trees: mango, guava, coconut, banana, lime, cas fruit, avocados, and more. Help yourself anytime to whatever’s in season.
Local favorite · 10 min away
Soda Tipica
“Sodas” are family-run cafés serving casados (traditional plates with rice, beans, salad, meat or fish). Cheap, generous, and the real heart of Costa Rican food.
Cafés in town
Costa Rican Coffee
Some of the best coffee in the world is grown 30 minutes away. Try a tasting tour at Doka or just sip slowly at a local café.
Saturdays in Alajuela
Feria del Agricultor (Farmers Market)
Saturday mornings, the Alajuela farmers market overflows with fresh tropical fruit, vegetables, fish, and prepared foods. Bring cash and a tote bag.
~ 15 min in La Garita
Local Restaurants
La Garita has surprisingly good restaurants tucked among the nurseries and ornamental plant farms. Ask us for our current favorites when you arrive.
Stocked & Ready
Cook In
Every unit has a kitchenette with a mini-fridge, electric skillet, tea kettle, pour-over coffee maker, and sink. The Guest House has a full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, and dishware for 6. The pool area has a gas grill with rotisserie if you want to cook outdoors.