PAID CONTENT FOR CASA FLOTANTA
PAID CONTENT FOR CASA FLOTANTA
Casa Flotanta PLAYA HERMOSA, COSTA RICA
Casa Flotanta is an award-winning architectural retreat that seems to float above the trees. Designed by visionary architect Benjamin Garcia Saxe, this striking residence, situated in Playa Hermosa just north of Santa Teresa, sits lightly over 1.5 acres of pristine forest, offering sweeping views and a deep connection to the natural surroundings. If lucky, guests might spot monkeys moving through the canopy or hear the sounds of waves and birdsong echoing through the forest from their terraces. The retreat has been thoughtfully designed as
a series of sculptural pods connected by bridges and open walkways. The layout offers both privacy and togetherness, with two master suites that open onto private terraces and a third suite set slightly apart, overlooking the forest with its own saltwater infinity pool. Large folding doors invite the outside in, allowing fresh air and greenery to spill into every space. Interiors feature hand-crafted teak furnishings and spa-style bathrooms, blending local materials with contemporary comfort. Just a five-minute walk away, Playa Hermosa offers soft sands and consistent, world-class surf
all year round. It’s a haven for surfers of every level, while natural tidal pools invite peaceful swims or quiet moments by the shore. Back at the villa, yoga sessions and in-house massages are available for keen to guests to unwind and restore. A state-of-the-art chef’s kitchen anchors the
home, with many guests choosing to bring in private chefs to create meals using fresh, local ingredients. There’s also a dedicated concierge on hand to arrange every detail, from airport transfers to horse rides and sunset yoga. Casa Flotanta is as sustainable as it is serene,
powered by solar energy and supported by a full-house battery system. High-speed internet, air-conditioned bedrooms and daily housekeeping ensure that modern comforts are never far away. Yet it’s the simplest moments that linger: sipping
fresh coffee as the forest wakes up, watching the light shift across the canopy or floating in the infinity pool as the day comes to an end. Casa Flotanta offers more than just a place to stay — it’s a rare opportunity to live within the beauty of Costa Rica’s wild landscape.
DON’T MISS Take a day trip through the jungle backroads to Montezuma on an adrenaline-fuelled ATV tour
Need to know
KEY FEATURES • Solar-powered with battery backup • Saltwater infinity pool overlooking the jungle
• 5-minute walk to Playa Hermosa beach
• Panoramic ocean & forest views • 3 spacious en suite bedrooms • Custom-crafted teak interiors & finishes
KEY ACTIVITIES • Surfing • Yoga • Waterfall hikes • Horse-riding • In-villa spa treatments • Private chef • Adrenaline-packed excursions
GET IN TOUCH
casaflotanta.com T: +506 8508 8211 E:
casaflotanta@gmail.com
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