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Reclaim Your Wild and Precious Life
In the quiet mountains of southern Costa Rica, life slows to the rhythm of the land. Through simple home-cooked meals and the everyday rituals of rural life, you are invited to reawaken your wild and precious heart—rediscovering connection, belonging, and a way of being that feels timeless, and perhaps exactly what you need to carry back into your daily life when you return home.
Welcome to Estar’s Home
Recently widowed, with grown children of her own, Estar felt called to open her doors and her heart to new beginnings. With her generous spirit and natural gift for nurturing others, she has created a homestay experience that is both authentic and soul-nourishing. Supported by her neighbors Deborah and Steve, Estar now welcomes guests from all walks of life into her home in rural San Lorenzo, Costa Rica.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be embraced by the warmth of Costa Rican hospitality—freshly brewed coffee grown in the nearby hills, home-cooked meals prepared with locally sourced ingredients, and the steady rhythm of country life. This is not simply a place to stay; it is an immersion into a way of living that feels timeless, simple, and deeply human.
As a guest, you’ll share in the daily rhythms of the land. You’ll be invited to slow down, to step back from the noise of modern life, and to reconnect with yourself through the grounding simplicity of nature and community.
This is a space for reflection, renewal, and re-wilding your spirit—an opportunity to remember what it means to live in true connection with the land, with others, and with your own wild and precious heart.
Accommodations and Amenities
Guests will stay in a private suite within Estar’s welcoming home, offering comfort, simplicity, and authenticity. Your space includes:
- Private bedroom with a double bed, outfitted with fresh linens and pillows
- Private bathroom with hot shower
- Private sitting area
- Ceiling fan (no A/C)
- Small terrace with peaceful mountain views
- Separate entrance for privacy
Additional features:
- Comfortable, humble lodging rooted in the rhythms of rural Costa Rica
- Three daily home-cooked, traditional meals
- Warm hospitality and genuine cultural immersion
- Reliable Starlink WiFi for staying connected
- Estar’s son, Alan, who is studying to be a tour guide and speaks some English, also lives in the home
Location: The home is in the quiet village of San Lorenzo, Perez Zeledon, San Jose, Costa Rica—safe, rural, and deeply connected to tradition.
Additional Information
About the Area
The homestay is nestled in the quiet mountains of Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific Zone, at a refreshing 2,500 feet. Life here is shaped by cool breezes, fertile land, and the steady rhythms of rural living. From Estar’s home you can see the valley that stretches toward San Isidro de El General, just 20 minutes away, while the ocean towns of Dominical and Uvita lie 45 minutes down the mountain road. To the north, the high ridges of Chirripó rise above the valley, where cloud forests shelter rare birds and wildlife. This setting offers guests not only comfort and beauty, but the chance to experience Costa Rica as it is lived—close to the land, rooted in community, and guided by the natural world.
Proximity to Eponicity
Estar’s home is just a 2 km walk from our farm along a quiet, unpaved country road that winds past family farms, open pastures, and pockets of rainforest. Estar's guests are welcome to visit us, swim in the waterfalls of our river, and enjoy the beauty of the land we steward.
For those who wish to take their homestay journey a step further, we offer private equine-supported coaching sessions rooted in the philosophy of the Medicine Wheel.
Here, with the wisdom of the horses as guides, you’ll explore how to integrate this slower, more connected way of being into your own life—an invitation to step fully into the one wild and precious life you have.
Is This Homestay Right for You?
This experience is designed for individuals who feel called to slow down, reconnect, and embrace an authentic way of life in the rural countryside of Costa Rica.
It may be right for you if you are:
- 21 years or older (or a child with an adult)
- Open-hearted and curious about new ways of being and living
- Flexible and comfortable with cultural differences and the simplicity of country life
- Kind, respectful, and appreciative of hospitality
- Grateful for what is offered, without expectation of luxury or complaint
Because this is an experience within Estar’s home, she can host:
- One guest or two family members traveling together
- Larger families are welcome to reach out to explore other possibilities
This homestay would not be a good fit if you are looking for modern amenities, luxury accommodations, or a fast-paced environment, or if you feel uncomfortable adapting to cultural differences and the unpredictability of rural life.
Gracias simplicity is part of the gift.
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Terms & Conditions & Booking
To ensure this homestay is a meaningful and positive experience for all, the following terms apply:
- Application & Vetting: All prospective guests will participate in a Zoom call with Deborah and Estar to confirm it is a good fit. Two reliable character references will also be required.
- Length of Stay: A minimum stay of 7 nights (one week) is required.
- Deposit & Payment:
- A non-refundable deposit of $300 is required to secure your week.
- Payments will be made directly to Eponicity.
- Eponicity will provide a secure payment link for both the deposit and the balance due.
- Full balance is due no later than 60 days prior to arrival.
- Cancellations made less than 60 days before arrival are non-refundable. In certain cases, rescheduling may be possible.
- No refunds will be issued for early departures.
- Dietary Preferences: Some simple dietary preferences can be accommodated; please share in advance.
- Travel Insurance (Required): Guests must carry valid travel insurance that covers:
- Medical care and accidents
- Emergency evacuation to your home country
- Trip cancellation or changes due to force majeure (e.g., natural disasters, pandemics, political instability)
Booking Process
Here’s how it works:
- Step 1: Inquire
Send us a message with your preferred dates and a little about yourself. - Step 2: Connection Call
We’ll schedule a Zoom call with Deborah and Estar to get to know one another, answer any questions you may have, and ensure this homestay is the right fit for you. - Step 3: Provide References
We’ll ask for two character references to help us maintain the spirit of safety, kindness, and connection that makes this experience special. - Step 4: Secure Your Week
Once approved, you’ll receive a secure payment link from Eponicity. A $300 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your stay. - Step 5: Arrange Transportation
Most people will fly into San José International Airport (SJO). We can help arrange transportation from the airport directly to San Lorenzo, or you may choose to make your own way. - Step 6: Final Payment
Your balance is due 60 days before arrival. You’ll receive a reminder and another secure payment link from Eponicity. - Step 7: Consider Add-Ons
Enhance your stay with optional experiences, such as private equine-supported coaching sessions, to integrate this slower, more connected way of being into your daily life. - Step 8: Prepare for Your Journey
Confirm your travel insurance and get ready for a meaningful cultural immersion in rural Costa Rica!