Raintree (House + Studio)
Raintree is an experience. This luxurious oasis nestled in the canopy has been thoughtfully planned, every detail having been considered with your enjoyment, and integration into + respect for the jungle in mind.
Nestled in Nosara, in Costa Rica’s Blue Zone on the Guanacaste Peninsula, this charming community where the jungle meets the sea is known for it’s sunsets, it’s surf, it’s restaurants from gourmet to grass roots, it’s world class yoga opportunities, and it’s passion for sustainable and healthy lifestyle choices. It is a place where you instantly feel at home, and at peace.
Completed in August of 2022, this project was designed (architecture + interiors) by International Award Winning Architect Benjamin G Saxe of Studio Saxe, and built by Prodeyco; the results are astounding, ensuring that time spent at Raintree leaves you with treasured memories that will stay with you forever.
Raintree is a completely enclosed estate, providing a one acre private sanctuary shared only with the wildlife, birds and butterflies attracted to the fragrance and flavors of our tropical gardens + edible forest. Let your imagination wander as you follow our jungle trail, exploring our little piece of paradise, while helping yourself to the myriad of tropical fruits growing on the property for your enjoyment.
On a quiet, private ridge just above South Playa Pelada , the Northern beach of Nosara, T
Raintree’s luxurious modern-industrial design is softened by its marriage with nature and its integration of organic materials. With solar panels capturing the sun’s energy, a bionest for water treatment and repurposing (for landscape irrigation), as well as composting and recycling opportunities, and the exclusive use of biodegradable cleaning and hygiene products, you can wallow in luxury with the comfort that you are making the smallest possible footprint on this treasured jungle community.
Our entire estate is alarmed and monitored with security cameras for your enhanced peace of mind, and high speed internet is available throughout. All gates, entry doors, and sleeping quarters offer keyless entry for both ease and security.
THE RAINTREE EXPERIENCE
Entering through an electric security gate into an ample parking area, you will immediately feel the jungle wrap you in its arms. Follow a jungle path + enter our interior gardens, a tropical welcome sure to stop you in your tracks, wash any worries away and ground you in this beautiful place.
With four bedrooms on the main floor as well as a fresh air surf lounge with TV that easily converts to a covered jungle’s edge yoga shala, take your pick of sanctuaries each offering central air conditioning, jungle terraces and luxurious ensuites.
Our upper floor welcomes you to the master suite and our dining, living and expansive terrace areas all equipped with sonos speakers, as well as a generous second story infinity pool to ensure that both the views and the jungle breeze are being enjoyed at every opportunity.
A gourmet social kitchen equipped to any chef’s delight, as well as a kitchen and bbq is at your disposal, where you can gather with friends and family to prepare meals shared either indoors or in our grand outdoor dining space (seats 14+) to savor the ocean views. Or hire one of our amazing local chefs to take care of your every need while you make the most of our relaxation opportunities. The kitchen offers an integrated reverse osmosis drinking water system, as well as full pantry and laundry amenities at your fingertips.
Our generous terrace and sparkling salt water infinity pool offer abundant lounging and social spaces whether you prefer, sun shade, or to have your toes in the water, the perfect space awaits you.
With a maximum occupancy of 14, our home can accommodate extended family, multi family, chosen family, retreats and special occasions with ease. For larger groups our studio can be added to your booking and can readily accommodate 2-3 additional guests.
RAINTREE ACCOMMODATIONS + AMENITIES (max occupancy 14)
BEDROOM 1: PRIMARY SUITE : 1 KING BED
This is the only bedroom on the upper floor.
Private generous en suite bathroom with double sink, rain shower and soaker tub with jungle views appointed with locally made biodegradable hygiene products.
Generous walk-in closet
Large private jungle & (seasonal) ocean view terrace with floor to ceiling glass wall with screens.
Wall mounted TV
Ducted air conditioning + ceiling fan.
Max occupancy: 2
BEDROOM 2: 2 x QUEEN BEDS
Private en suite with double sink and fresh air rainshower appointed with locally made biodegradable hygiene products.
Private jungle view terrace with floor to ceiling glass wall with screens.
Ducted air conditioning + ceiling fan.
Max occupancy: 4
BEDROOM 3: 1 x KING BED
One king bed
Private en suite with fresh air rain shower appointed with locally made biodegradable hygiene products.
Private jungle view terrace with floor to ceiling glass wall with screens.
Ducted air conditioning + ceiling fan.
Max occupancy: 2
BUNK BEDROOM 4: 1 QUEEN BED + 2 TWIN BUNKS
Ensuite with rain shower appointed with locally made biodegradable hygiene products.
Private jungle view terrace
Ducted air conditioning + ceiling fan.
Max occupancy 4
SURF LOUNGE BEDROOM 5: 1 KING BED – OR – 2 TWINS
First floor adjacent to the surf lounge offering enhanced privacy.
Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors opening to the jungle.
Generous desk/workspace
Immediate access to fully equipped bathroom with rainshower appointed with locally made biodegradable hygiene products.
Air conditioned with ceiling fan.
Max occupancy 2
THE RAINTREE STUDIO EXPERIENCE:
Offering all of the charm, sanctuary and peace of mind offered in our home but on a smaller scale, our studio is a well equipped space offering complete privacy, accommodations for 2-3 guests, a private garden with generous dip pool, hammock and outdoor dining areas as well as completely private off street parking and it’s own entrance from the road.
RAINTREE STUDIO AMENITIES:
Offers complete privacy & serenity
SLEEPS max 3 occupants with one king bed (or convert to 2 twins) as well as day bed (6’ long)
Full well equipped kitchen with reverse osmosis water filter and integrated ice machine.
Air conditioned with ceiling fan
Full bathroom with rain shower, appointed with locally made biodegradable hygiene products.
Generous private terrace with dining area, jungle and partial ocean & sunset views (seasonal)
Completely private & quiet garden with seating area, lounges, private pool and hammock. Additional outdoor shower and surf rack.
Private entry & parking for one vehicle on a quiet side street.
