Casa Kadam: Puerto Rico Rainforest Retreat

Like a treehouse nestled in the forest, this eco-cottage ( solar powered ) is perfect for unwinding, quiet reflection and communion with nature. Bathe in the pure, healing waters of Quebrada Lucia flowing through the farm ( private swimming !) "...sprinkled with perfume and spread with flowers..." This property is a living organic farm/retreat dedicated to regenerative farming, yoga/meditation and habitat regeneration as contributions to the healing of our society and planet. The space Like a tree house nestled between two ancient mango trees, this simple but charming abode has two levels (sleeping/living area and kitchen/bath area). Two balconies with a hammock and lounge chairs extend the inner space to connect you with a vista of the forest that surrounds you and the sound of the rushing river below. Warm days (75-82F) and cool nights (60-70F) with no mosquitos to hinder your commune with nature. No air conditioning or screens necessary! It really is a perfect climate. Finca Monte Splendor is a living organic farm/retreat dedicated to regenerative farming, yoga/meditation and habitat regeneration as contributions to the healing of our society and planet. Privacy is prioritized. Cell service is excellent. WHEN AVAILABLE: We offer daily meditation/yoga classes . Please confirm availability. $10/class/guest. $5/guest for subsequent classes. The hosts are fully qualified Kadampa meditation instructors. Classes appropriate for all levels of experience. For those who have signed up for a meditation/yoga class, we offer a wood-fired purification sauna/by the river experience to guests that have no underlying medical condition for $25/person, $50 minimum.) For safety reasons the duration of the sauna is no more than 1 hour, from 5 pm until 6pm Please confirm availability. And please prepay at the time of your reservation. One of the 2 cleanest rivers left on the island, a branch of the Guayanes River, flows through the property. The principal reason for the extensive pollution of the rivers here on the island are the use of conventional toilets that not only waste hundreds of gallons of water, an endangered resource on the island, but the run off from septic systems overflows into the aquifers hence polluting the rivers and springs. Papo has been mastering the construction of composting toilets to the point where architects on the island have traveled to this remote spot to study his design which reveals an esthetic, state of the art eco-toilet that is bug less and odorless and that, once fully composted, produces a natural pathogen free, odorless fertilizer. Our local friend and caterer, Daly, busy mom of 3 boys, is occasionally available to prepare In-House meals. in your kitchen for our guests. She offers traditional Puerto Rican dishes and a curry vegan dinner. All her platters @ $25 per person. $12 per plate per child 8 years or under. (no children allowed under 6 years old). You must message her ASAP to request her availability. One weeks notice is recommended. Privacy is very important to us. Most guests do not encounter anyone during their stay. We offer 1 1/2 hr. Privacy Slots at the swimming hole.. The one kilometer stretch o fstream weaving through this property offers many beautiful pools and waterfalls. Guest access Private swimming holes, extensive system of well maintained hiking trails to explore the forest and views, fresh organically farm-grown produce available for purchase, solar hot water, indoor state-of-the-art composting toilet and the incredible have-to-experience-to-believe sights and sounds of the mountain jungle life. Other things to note IMPORTANT ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: IMPORTANT: Your flight ( SJU arrival ) must arrive by 12:00 noon in order to have sufficient time for car rental, food shopping and making the journey up the mountain to the Finca before dark (6:30pm). Check in time must be between 4 and 6 pm. FOR SAFETY REASONS WE CANNOT RECEIVE GUESTS AFTER 6 PM. Please book your stay with this consideration in mind. Thank you You must do all of your grocery shopping before hand - there are no stores or restaurants on the mountain. It is supremely remote and beautiful! We will park at Casa del Mundo and then guide you along the path to Casa Kadam---a pleasant 8 minute walk. Please bring day packs and appropriate foot ware for hiking. We will escort you to the Casa Kadam. Again, guests need to purchase in town all their food before hand (we provide organic coffee, sugar) We recommend quests to bring flip fops and a warm shirt or sweater for the sometimes cool mountain breezes. Best to carry your belongings out in day packs. WHEELED SUITCASES WILL NOT FUNCTION ON THE TRAIL Please note: this space is appropriate for children ages 6 and up. Finca Esplendor--dedicated to ecologically sustainable cultivation of cacao, vegetables and diverse tropical fruits. Depending on the season, Papo usually has organic produce available for sale. He needs a day notice in order to harvest for you. The Finca also provides a space and healing environment for various retreats including meditation/yoga workshops. We recommend guests bring Flip flops for indoor use. Also, bring good hiking shoes and sweater for the sometimes cool, mountain breezes