Tayutic Mountain Reserve

“Imagine being stranded on a 100 acre property, completely off the grid, with all the comforts of home. Peaceful, isolated from noise and light from others.
Your only kitchen is completely outdoors. For arrival, they had left us eggs, fruits, all kinds of tasty treats. We were both surprised and pleased with what they had left us.
When you pass through the outdoor dining room, you see a sideboard loaded with books. Bird books, mammal books, language books, short stories, etc.
The bedroom was amazing - spacious, lovingly constructed of wood. Each bedroom has a private bathroom with excellent water pressure, both hot and cold.
The nature - the birds, the butterflies, the trails are all great.
The entire property is incredibly well kept. From the laundry room to the hiking trails to sitting on the patio watching the birds and other critters that came in for the daily feedings.
Everything was exceptional.
We would love to be stranded there - unfortunately, we had to leave.”

“Our stay at The Sloth Bar at TMR was incredible. The cabin is mostly open-air—with only the bedrooms enclosed (each with its own en suite bathroom)—and is thoughtfully designed to blend into the rainforest, offering a peaceful, eco-friendly escape that still feels completely comfortable.
We spent so much time on the patio, relaxing and birdwatching. We saw toucans, tanagers, so many different kinds of hummingbirds, and even a snowcap hummingbird—it felt like a front-row seat to the jungle.
Even though the setting feels remote, the cabin had everything we needed: a hot shower, strong Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, and beautiful touches throughout. It’s the perfect balance of nature and modern comfort.
The hosts were absolutely wonderful—so kind, responsive, and helpful. You can tell they’ve put a lot of heart into creating this space.
We visited during the rainy season and still had a fantastic experience. Just bring a light rain jacket and binoculars & you’ll be all set to enjoy!”

“Our stay was an absolutely unique experience! The property sits on the most beautiful stretch of land within the reserve, peaceful, open, and surrounded by nature at its best. We loved waking up to the sound of birds and spending time just watching them move through the trees. It felt like our own little nature retreat.
The space itself was spotless, thoughtfully designed, and incredibly comfortable. Every detail, from the cozy bed to the warm welcome, made our short stay memorable. We also appreciated that, while it felt wonderfully remote and private, we never felt “off the grid” - everything we needed was right there and easy to access.
We can’t recommend this place enough to anyone looking to unwind, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the reserve. A truly one-of-a-kind stay! We can’t wait to return!”

“What can I say? Best airbnb? Birding paradise? Richard was extremely responsive and helpful. We arrived to 2 days of torrential downpour but it didn’t matter because we stayed dry and had so many hummingbirds to admire at the feeders. Our last morning was sunny and we got a chance to explore the trails and saw 60 species of birds!
The spotless kitchen was fully stocked and we cooked several delicious meals. After a slight snafu (our fault) with the power, they had someone come over within 20 minutes to sort it out. We were amazed. We basically had this many acre preserve all to ourselves and felt good about contributing to forest restoration. We are already talking about returning. Don’t hesitate to book here, especially if you love birds.”

“The cabin is set in beautiful surroundings. The only sound that could be heard was of birds singing and the hummingbirds at the feeding stations.
The cabin is equipped very well and can't think of anything that was missing.
It is totally remote and therefore no walkable amenities but this was fine for us as we did a supermarket shop before.
The trails around the property are well marked and all offer different views.
Really great place to take in nature and totally immerse yourself into the forest.
Have no hesitations on recommending the cabin at all.
Thank you for a lovely stay.”

“This is a beautiful property on top of a mountain with many trails that lead to well-manicured gardens. We were there to relax and birdwatch; the host was able to find us a bird guide at the last minute. He was very friendly and expert in his knowledge of the property and birds that we found.
The facilities were excellent and very clean. I recommend renting a vehicle with a diesel engine to access the property, but then that is my general recommendation for driving just about anywhere in the mountains of Costa Rica. Overall, this is a great place to relax and turn off the rest of the world for a little while.”

“The amount of thought that went in to making this an incredible and comfortable place to enjoy birds and nature is very impressive. So many small touches that made it one of our new favourite places. I’m so impressed that it’s off grid. Flushing toilet paper, and having a hot shower? Absolute luxury in Costa Rica! There are bird feeders, books, and even a scope! Thank you so much to our wonderful hosts for making this a highlight stop.”

“Beautiful property with lots of trails that are very easy for walking and birding. You can sit by the house and watch the feeders, which regularly get Little Tinamou, and the flowers around the house/feeders are great for a variety of hummingbird species. Very easy to find local specialties Snowcap and Tawny- Chested Flycatcher. If you are looking for a place to bird near Rancho Naturalista, but are not staying there, Tayutic Mountain Reserve is a great option.”

“Make sure to reserve in advance. Really kind staff, and an amazing place to relax in secondary Forrest. Trails to explore without being overcrowded, highly recommend adding this stop. It was so blissful and peaceful.”

“Dit was het beste verblijf van de hele Costa Rica trip. Zeer mooie en rustige locatie. ik kom zeker terug. De eigenaar was fantastisch.”

“We spent the day today at Tayutic Mountain Reserve, a private retreat that’s a birding paradise for forest birds, hummingbirds and hawks.”

“The best place to see Snowcap, in the country...”