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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, travel cot, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14385 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Guanacaste, Provincia de Guanacaste
  • San Miguel Beach
    4 min walk
  • Jungle Butterfly Farm
    7 min drive
  • Rancho Los Maderos
    4 min walk
  • Punta Islita (PBP)
    27 min drive

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About the area

Javilla

A stay at this villa places you in the heart of Bejuco, a 1-minute drive from San Miguel Beach and 7 minutes from Jungle Butterfly Farm. .This beach villa is 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from Samara Beach and 25.6 mi (41.3 km) from Santa Teresa Beach.
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What's nearby

  • San Miguel Beach - 4 min walk
  • Jungle Butterfly Farm - 7 min drive
  • Mike's Jungle Butterfly Farm - 10 min drive
  • Coyote Beach - 24 min drive
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rio's Restaurante - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bar Y Restaurante Barranquilla - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Loma Clara - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪LocosCocos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante A La Leña Yorleny - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Air conditioner in all the bedrooms, swimming pool, experience the pura vida!

This home has the perfect lay out to enjoy the peace and healing of nature located in pristine beach, hidden jewel to discover and enjoy, ideal for surf, fishing, bird watching, turtle watching,
Sleeps 14 people, it has 4 bedrooms 3.5 bathrooms, the beach has 6 miles beach front on the Pacific ocean, delicious warm waters between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius all year long.
A family swimming pool were kids enjoy playing and adults can sit and enjoy the sunsets and ocean, a typical Costa Rican open living space, where most of the social life happens, you can see the birds, the whales, iguanas, you really share with nature and enjoy life. Ocean view all over the kitchen, leaving room, bar, swimming pool and dinning room.
Playa San Miguel also known as Playa Coyote, is ideal for the people who wants to enjoy a place with healing energy and good local people, in this area there are no big hotels, mostly beach houses. You may find friendly Costa Ricans who are always open for a good conversation.
Ocean view open living space where you spend most of the time,
What to do:
1. You could go looking for clams, (we can give you a great receipe),
2. Fishing in front of the home and the rocks or your could rent a boat,
3. Turtles watching,
4. Surfing Paradise , San Miguel Beach captures South and Southwest swells all year long, it has an easy take out Beach Break in front of the house and a faster Point Break 200 mts away. Famous Coyote Beach is only 5 kms from the house and Camaronal Beach only 10 kms away.
5. Amazing bird watching
7. The house includes house keeping daily
8. If you wish you can order all inclusive service: breakfast, lunch and dinner, a great Costa Rican lady can deliver fresh fish catch the same day, home made tortillas, patacones or tostones, fresh fruit, the best coffee in the world and other healthy delicious food for a very reasonable price.
8.Hiking to great waterfall.
9. Beach hopping: Coyote beach 8 minutes, Punta Coyote 18 minutes, Bejuco 12 minutos, Santa Teresa (1 hour dry season and 2 in reainy season), 2 hours Samara, Nosara 3 hours.
Give yourself the opportunity to enjoy the Pura Vida! we will be happy to host your vacations.

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center. Additional amenities at this villa include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access, onsite parking, and a car charging station.

Property manager

Roxana Leiton

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Únicamente fumar en el área social abierta.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • In the city centre
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Water sports equipment
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Unit size: 4144 sq ft (385 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 14
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sleeps 16 Wifi Hammock Outdoors Nature Paradise Adventure Villa
Sleeps 16 Wifi Hammock Outdoors Nature Paradise Adventure
Sleeps 16 Wifi Hammock Outdoors Nature Paradise Adventure Villa
Sleeps 16 Wifi Hammock Outdoors Nature Paradise Adventure Villa
Also Know as San Miguel Coyote Jabilla Beach

Air conditioner in all the bedrooms, swimming pool, experience the pura vida! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful Place
We loved the location, the house set up and quiet beach. It is such a beautiful place and we would love to come back! This is a perfect place for family reunions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine MW H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach vacation!
This was our second time staying at MaryArte. The house is located right on Playa San Miguel, which is a beautiful natural beach (we even saw a sea turtle this time). The house is spacious and clean. Lots of shade and places to relax including the pool area. We love the outdoor kitchen which is well equipped. The host is welcoming and easy to reach. Thank you again for a lovely stay, we can't wait for next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

ROBIN B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location
4 adults stayed for 15 days and loved the location....quiet beach, amazing sunsets, private pool! Last hour of drive to get there is very rough so didn’t do as much exploring of other areas as would've like too but still saw lots of local areas and enjoyed local restaurants that had excellent food! Dominga the lady across the road made some delicious meals and we had aother local couple "Stuart Little" the ceiviche guy come to the house and prepare us an amazing lobster pasta meal with ceiviche appy. Pizza Tree pizza is actually one of the best pizzas I have ever had and Restaurante San Miguel had the best sesfood platter and dessets were exquisite! Yes i am a foody and was very hsppy with all thd local choices! Even Rio's in nearby San Francisco de Coyote was great! We were pleasantly surprised to have daily housekeeping services and also daily yard and pool maintenance during our stay. Johanna and her husband Danilo are very hard workers and very friendly. The property manager Roxana was very attentive and quick to respond to snh questions or requests abd even treated us to a meal by Dominga one night. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach Property
The property is a great beach front property on a beautiful beach (Playa San Miguel). All of the living area are outdoors which was perfect for our family. It’s even nicer than the pictures. Loved this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kammy A., Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
I wanted something that would be more quiet and remote. This home was perfect. Very peaceful/not crowded beach. We loved spending most of our time outside in the gathering area or on the beach. The town of Coyote is 20 minutes away. Not a big town, but you can get essentials for sure and a few really great restaurants. I would stay here and spend more time in a heartbeat. The housekeeper (Anna) was so helpful and lovely! We miss it and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best House on the Beach
From the minute we arrived, we were impressed with the house, the layout, the location, the beach, etc. It was a dream come true for a group of family and friends. Ocean views from 3 out of 4 air conditioned rooms. A huge outdoor hangout area with literally every appliance and utensil you can imagine. Adorable pool, especially for kids. Multiple hang out areas. More fridge and freezer space than you could ever need. The owners went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable stay. Sure, the house has an older more traditional feel, but modern wasn't a priority for us. The house is closer to the beach than any other house we saw along the beach, with greener grass than any other yard, with more swings and hammocks. The wifi worked perfectly which is a bonus in costa rica. The stove and barbecue are very large and provide ample cooking space. The staff that take care of the property were lovely. Our weekend was epic to say the least. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Beach
The beach is amazing and the hosts are very hospitable. The pool and the outdoor living area are really nice. The restaurant selection isn great in the area so the catering is a great option if you like Costa Rican food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Our stay was amazing from beginning to end. The property is absolutely gorgeous. The outdoor "kitchen / eating / hanging out" pavilion area was perfect, allowing us to spend all our time outdoors. The beach is beautiful and very secluded. The waves were a blast to play in. We found all the groceries we needed just 15 minutes away. The caretakers were kind and accommodating. Communication with Roxana was easy. She responded immediately to any questions we had. Would recommend to all! Plan to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

pam w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
So many good things to say about this property. Roxana was an exceptional host! She was so helpful, accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure every detail was attended to. She even arranged a surprise birthday cake for my husband! The caretaking staff was so lovely, and we had the privilege of enjoying a meal provided by Dominga, the sweet lady across the road. The property is quiet and spacious. Hardly anyone to share the lovely beach with and enjoy the stunning sunsets. The beach is right there and it’s so nice to listen to the waves as you fall asleep. The house is extremely well stocked with everything you might need - boogie boards, beach chairs, games, books, a fully stocked kitchen, hammocks, etc. The only consideration is that the location is very remote. There are other vacation homes near you, some restaurants/bars, and local activities to do, but it is definitely a trek to nearby towns. Although they are close by distance-wise, the drive is long due to the rutted dirt roads. Definitely come with a full tank of gas, colones and USD as there are no banks nearby and most services require cash payment.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Area!
We absolutely fell in love with the area and this home was exactly what we needed. The proximity to the beach and the outdoor living space is everything. We ate Locos Cocos, El Barco & Pizza Tree which were all SO delicious. Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Great location, pleasant accommodations and very good communications by the host. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun in the Sun!
We all had a great time at this wonderful property! I'd recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Helen L., NEW YORK

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Beachfront Property
We loved our stay at this property as it is situated right on a beautiful, remote, and secluded beach. There are two Bejuco areas in Costa Rica and the house is located in Playa San Miguel, not Bejuco (in Guanacaste not Puntarenas). We were driving from Liberia and the last 1.5 hours or so to get there were quite bumpy and slow through winding unpaved hills and roads. Because of the pandemic, we were looking for spots that were less touristy and crowded, but the area was much more rural than we had expected. There is not really anything within a 20-25 min driving radius and the restaurants and markets are limited. There are no touristy shops that we saw. However, being on the beach and having the little swimming pool for the kids were all we needed. We were there in July and it was hot and humid! The rooms were stifling so we were mostly only inside to sleep and change clothes etc. The rooms had a ceiling fan and one standing fan, but there usually wasn't much airflow. I think having a second fan in the room may have been helpful. It might not bother some people as much - we did acclimate after the first night and some days were cooler because of rain. We had to really just appreciate where we were. The beach is beautiful and we hardly saw any people. The tides and pull are strong but you could go out waist deep and enjoy the waves and body board. My mom still misses her walks up and down the beach searching for crabs, clams, and sea snails. The house had everything we needed to cook in the open air kitchen. There were a lot of mosquitos but that is expected. Maria is lovely and provides daily housekeeping, and the owner Roxanna was wonderful and helpful. She asked one of the local restaurants to deliver food for us after some miscommunication. I would recommend this property if you want to be able to walk out on to a beach that feels private for a true Costa Rican experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and surrounding area with great people
We had a great time. The location and outside patio area is just feet from the sand and wonderful. All contact with Roxanne the Manager/Owner was easy. Although it felt like this area was remote with very little tourism (a good thing for us), there was a surprising number of great dining options very close by. Restaurant San Miquel is only 5 minutes away and very special. We were not able to have Dominga cook for us because she was taking a break, but hopefully next time. We saw nesting turtles right in front of the house. The surf was really pounding with a strong swell and only for experienced surfers. Perhaps with a smaller swell, the waves would be more suitable for beginner/intermediate surfers. We would definitely come back to this house. This is a great place for those who want to chill out in a quiet atmosphere and prefer a less touristy environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Javier B., Orlando, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
We spent 5 days with 16 family members. The house was perfect, we had one room and bathroom per family. The house is right in front of the beach. The beach was great and it felt like was had it all for ourselves. The outside common areas were really comfortable with plenty of space for a big group. Overall, a great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what the pictures show!
This was absolutely perfect for our family of 12 (ages 60-4) for 5 days. Maria, Dominga and Alex were so hospitable and helpful. We purposefully didn’t rent a vehicle but still managed to have dinner 3 nights out. We walked and got rides. We kayaked through an estuary & explored a butterfly farm. These excursions were no more than 2,5km from the house. The exploring along the beach led us to some caves with so much marine life, just check the tide schedule first! Do yourself a favor: stop looking and rent this location!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dawid v., Terrace, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach relaxation
Best ever beach break!! Booking, check in, stay were all well coordinated and without a hitch. Eric, Sandra and Maria were very helpful and extremely friendly. Appreciated the prompt answers from Roxana. House and beach as seen online, would love to return again and again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

LInda E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax-Rejuvenate- Revitalize
There are not enough words to describe how amazing this place is. We travelled with 12 people in our family and the house was perfect for us... so many different, wonderful things to do right out the front. Lots of stuff to do in the surrounding area from dolphin watching, fishing, etc. Mama turtles were right out on the beach nesting- such a magical experience. It was so relaxing to hang out on the patio, nap in the hammocks and cool off in the pool. The beach was perfect... and felt almost private- the stars and the sunsets took our breath away. It was absolutely the best vacation and it filled our souls with joy and peace to start our new year. Roxanne and Dixie went above and beyond helping us answer questions, get excursions booked and meals arranged. They answered quickly and guided us all the way through the trip. Once in Costa Rica the staff helping out at the house were so fabulous- Erick, Alexis and Sandra took very good care of us- immediate help when needed, planning trips and even helped fishing from the shore. Hope one day we will reconnect! Rancho Loma Clara (from Coyote) brought us AMAZING meals for breakfast and dinner- always on time and very flexible when things came up or we wanted to adjust the menu. Dixie helped book the dolphin trip and fishing with Felix out of Punta Islita - our guide for both trips Baron was so friendly. We spent two weeks in this little slice of paradise, we just got home and I want to go back- It will now be my happy place my mind goes to when things get stressful. Thank you so much for sharing this home and being so gracious and helpful.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

robie w.

Location cannot be beat
The home is right on the beach. Majority of time we had the beach to ourselves! Absolutely gorgeous. Roxana, Maria and Dominga are all lovely and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Esteban S.

Paradijs Costa Rica
De plaats was groot en mooi, we waren daar met 16 mensen en iedereen heeft een goede plek om te slapen en te ontspannen, uitstekende zwembad-jacuzzi om wat bier te drinken en te genieten van de zon! Bijna privéstrand met een geweldig uitzicht! Ik raad de plek volledig aan!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Very peaceful
Playa San Miguel is a remote and beautiful spot. The home was great- a bit on the rustic side but wonderful. Maria and the owners were fantastic- anything we needed they took care of right away. Locos Cocos (about 5 houses away) has fantastic food- we ate there about 10 times in the 2 weeks we were there. The roads are a bit rough from Jicaral to Playa San Miguel but the house and the view are worth the drive!
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda C.

Great place for Families
We had a great time, the house was able to accommodate 16 of us, ranging from 82 to 2 yrs old. Each room can host 4 people. We enjoyed our outside kitchen, the hammocks and the beautiful sunsets. We loved the area, it could be challenging to get there, but when you are there it’s just beautiful and so relaxing. We couldn’t coordinate our meals, but there is a basic market and butcher close by. We also had a great fish from the area. Would be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin O.

Amazing!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay @ Casa Chef Rodolfo. Our stay was for 9 days. We checked in on December 14 at around 530pm and Maria was waiting for us and graciously showed us the the ins and outs of the house and rancho. Maria provided great daily house service, along with Alexis, who managed the property and offered any assistance we needed. We had an issue with the coffee pot and Alexis immediately took care of it and then later that day brought us a new coffee pot. The house and rancho was amazing and right on the beach/ocean. We adventured just a couple of days, so the majority of our time was spent on our beach and at the house/rancho. The kids surfed and played in the ocean and when they were not in the ocean, they were playing in the pool. The rancho had great views of the beach and ocean, so when we weren't in the water we could be watching it. The house bedrooms were great and very comfortable. The open air feel of the rooms let us hear the waves crashing and feel the nice breezes coming off of the ocean. A couple nights we made a bonfire and watched the night sky. Our experience and memories made was awesome and will be hard to top for years to come. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo L.

Hermoso lugar con excelente vista
La estadía en la casa de la playa fue maravillosa, la vista desde las habitaciones hacia el mar es hermosa, la casa es muy cómoda, el servicio es excelente, el lugar es verdaderamente un paraíso natural. Vale la pena ir.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katy N., Carbondale, CO USA

Perfect Family Getaway
We traveled to Playa San Miguel over New Years 2017/2018 with 6 adults and 5 kids, ages 6-15. Roxana was great to work with in advance of the trip and arranged meals, surf board rentals and provided directions. The house was absolutely perfect for our group. Nothing fancy but plenty of beds and a bathroom for each bedroom. Other than sleeping, we spent very little time in the house. All our time was spent in the amazing covered outdoor living area - kitchen, several seating areas, hammocks, and a small pool. Right out in front of the house is the most beautiful, flat, long beach with perfect beginner surf waves. We spent hours in the ocean every day - the temperature was ideal! Beware of the rip tide - it can pull you out quickly, but nothing to worry about if you are paying attention! We enjoyed beers and lunch down the beach at Locos Cocos (not quick, but worth the wait!) and frequented Pizza Tree (just a 5 minute drive). We also had an amazing dinner at Hotel Laguna Mar (next to Pizza Tree) and a nice evening at El Barco (Playa Coyote, 15 minute drive). There are two supermarkets in San Francisco de Coyote (20 minute drive) that we found to be better stocked than the large store we stopped at in Santa Cruz. There's also a great restaurant there called Rio's and a nice little coffee shop. Roxana arranged a few meals to be served at the house, which was perfect. The food was great, arrived right on schedule, and served in the most beautiful setting! We had a few questions for Roxana during our visit and she was always prompt to address them. We took a day trip to Samara (for ziplining) and spent at morning at Mike's Butterfly Jungle Farm (and learned SO much from him). Besides that, we just enjoyed our days at the beach! We enjoyed an amazing fireworks display on New Years Eve, got to see a turtle laying eggs, and built a beach bonfire on our last night! So memorable! We flew into Liberia and would recommend driving to Playa San Miguel through Samara (Road 150 from Nicoya) - seemed to be faster and less dirt roads. We took the other way on the way there and had to drive through several (mostly dry) river beds. All in all it was a fantastic trip and we'd definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017