Out of this world! Sabrina and Edu are the most attentive, friendly and accomodating hosts. The room on stilts on their land was very comfortable, from which we could hear and see the wildlife. Rowing out onto the lagoon and to the beach was a great experience. Wonderful fresh meals overlooking the lagoon and sea at sunset were magical. We'd recommend staying without hesitation. Thank you.

Amazing stay. Would have stayed more nights if we could. The hosts were super accommodating and friendly, food was delicious and the lodge is stunning. We took out a paddle out on the canoe when we got there and there were some incredible views, we even got to see White faced monkeys!

“Excellent!”

I really loved my stay here. The hosts are incredibly sweet and helpful, and they genuinely make you feel at home from the moment you arrive. All the breakfasts and dinners were really, really good. I would absolutely recommend future guests to have dinner at the hotel — and if you have time, lunch as well, because that’s also excellent. Having dinner while watching the sunset is something special: it’s such a cute, peaceful setting. The property itself is huge and beautiful. You have access to kayaking, and during your stay you can see monkeys of different kinds, crocodiles, caimans, and so many birds. It truly feels like you have a little piece of the world all to yourself when you’re here. And as a bonus, there’s always a hike just around the corner — literally. A perfect place if you love nature, good food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere

Edu and Sabrina are knowledgeable, helpful, friendly. They're also Excellent cooks!! We had access to a rowboat each day to paddle the heron river which is on their property. The beach was long and practically deserted and we walked it each day. It was quiet and peaceful. Edu arranged our tours for us and provided Transportation when needed. We saw all kinds of wildlife. This was a 5 star experience for us in all ways and we highly recommend Encanto

The greenery, tranquility, the wonderful hosts and delicious food.

“Fabulous experience. Guests can use a canoe to cross the lagoon or venture into the creeks.”

Amazing location at the edge of the forest, next to a small lagoon and few minute canoe ride to beach

“A calm oasis of perfection”

If you want a peaceful haven with the opportunity to see wildlife without the crowds, stay at Encanto Lodge. We received such a warm welcome from Edu and Sabina. They are excellent hosts and cooks, using ingredients from their farm. We enjoyed paddling in their boat along the estuary to the beach and in the mangroves, viewing capuchin monkeys, parrots, macaws and other wildlife. They also arranged for us to visit Corcovado NP, which was a holiday highlight, plus a dolphin and whale watching tour. Top tip....read the advice on their website where they tell you what to bring for the excursions. You will need a 4wd car to get to the property.

Very pleasant and helpful couple who runs this property

“They deserve five stars.:)”

The hosts Sabrina and Edu are very nice and friendly people. My room was very clean, had a beautiful private terrace with the perfect view. The canu tour with Edu was amazing. I saw a lot of monkeys, lizards and birds from very close distance.

“A wonderful experience”

Sabrina and Edu were fantastic hosts. They went out of their way to make our stay a success. We loved our little house. The food was the best we had in Costa Rica, it was fresh, delicious and varied. There were interesting trails around the property and we had great fun in the rowing boat. We thought Encanto Lodge was a very special place and would have liked to stay longer. Pura Vida in Osa.

“Pretty close to heaven on earth”

We were picked up from the boat by Edu in a very friendly way as we disembarked onto the beach. It was an exciting trip up river from Sierpe which is the main launch place for Drake Bay. He drove us the twenty minutes or so to the Lodge. Arriving there was one of the highlights of our time in Costa Rica. We picked up his daughters from school on the way which almost made us feel part of the family. Sabrina welcomed us to their lovely veranda style "restaurant" with a salad lunch as looked out over the lagoon and to the Pacific Ocean beyond. From there we were taken to our tree house which Edu had made using wood from the forest or the beach. It was beautiful with a lovely veranda almost filled by the double hammock. The accommodation was much more luxurious than we had been expecting. We had supper each night cooked by the family and it was delicious. There are only two lodges and so it feels a really personal experience. Everywhere is very clean but also open to the natural world. The setting is amazing with the forest surrounding you on three sides and then a wonderful view down to the lagoon. Edu will canoe you across to the beach where there is a wonderful walk along the Pacific and you are very likely to see red macaw and monkeys. He will pick you up later or you can just take a canoe yourself. His canoe tour of the local waterways is also magic. We did a trip to the Corcovado Reserve and saw a tapir which was very special. We went to San Pedrillo which is nearer to Drake Bay and a bit less busy than some of the other stations. Your hosts will organise this for you as it has to be booked in advance. Sabrina and Edu are just the most lovely people and do everything they can to make sure your stay with them the best time. We can't recommend this place highly enough and if we were going back to Costa Rica, we would definitely want to go here again.

“Most awesome hidden gem in Costa Rica”

The view and the place are stunning. The hosts are really kind and helpful, they will make sure you have everything you need! They will help you book tours, provide their own night tour (do this!) and lend you their canoe. Also be sure to include breakfast and dinner with your stay. They are both excellent cooks! The rooms are really tidy and clean, there is an excellent view from the rooftop patio and you can hear and see a lot of animals, especially at night.

“Epic, magical, unique… this is a place like no other I’ve stayed at before.”

Location is out of this world! Sabrina and Edu are incredible hosts - so friendly, kind, and passionate. I’d describe the accommodation as an opportunity to be at one with nature… it’s fairly basic eco-style and all handcrafted - you really get a sense that you’re sleeping in one of the most biodiverse places on earth. It’s mega… I loved having a proper coffee in a hammock in the morning, listening to the sounds of the jungle and the crashing of the waves beyond the lagoon. Sabrina’s empanadas were delicious and she even prepared some fish for us that my husband caught on the lagoon - extremely kind, we didn’t expect that! I just wish we’d been able to stay longer!

“10/10 . The kindness from our hosts Edu and Sabrina made it the perfect place to stay.”

everything, the room was perfect, the restaurant and food were excellent. The location made me feel like i was in a beautiful peaceful and remote oasis. Highly recommend this property.

“Perfect getaway”

The stunning location, set literally at the end of 20+ km of unpaved road, on its own lagoon, a few metres from the ocean, with only the sounds of the birds and frogs to disturb the peace. The owners, super helpful and friendly, sociable but never intrusive. The property itself, self-contained units with rustic simplicity and total privacy.

“Thanks for an unforgettable anniversary trip Sabrina and Edu!”

Everything. Sabrina and Edu are exceptional and kind hosts. We felt we were welcomed into their little slice of paradise. Location: Perfect for those who want to slow-down and reconnect with nature Service and Activities: Thanks for arranging tours and excursions as well as shuttling us around for a smooth and stress-free trip. The property itself has so much to explore and do from paddling to wildlife watching, to hiking, to exploring the local surroundings. Fantastic Food: Every meal was home-made with items from scratch some of which with ingredients directly grown and sourced from the property! Ambiance: Waking up every morning to the sounds of a living breathing wildlife sanctuary... what more can I say?

Located on a lovely rustic farm with nice views of the lagoon and beach. There are complimentary canoes and kayaks to take on the lagoon. There is also a forest trail on the property. It was a pleasure to be hosted by Sabrina and Edu. Edu was kind enough to pick and drop us at the airport. Nice meals that were accommodating of our dietary restrictions.

“Unforgettable.”

Absolutely everything. The hosts Edu and Sabrina were totally amazing. We had the most delicious breakfasts and also ate dinner on 2 occasions. We stayed in the bungalow which had everything we needed plus more and the view was to die for. There is also a boat to take out at your disposal which was so peaceful.

The hosts were lovely and personable with us. It's a beautiful property and very well taken care of.

“The best stay in Costa Rica”

The contact with the host was perfect and helpfull, the location was super, the bungalow was really nice, the host Edu was a very nice and helpful guide, cook, driver etc etc. The night tour of Edu was the best we had in Costa Rica. Overall it was absolutely the best stay in Costa Rica for us!