Only have my cell phone to type, but since I first communicated with Michelle I sensed her laidback easy going approach!! We arrived the day after St. Patrick's and I asked if at my expense she could go buy some chocolates for my kids and hide them as per a family tradition and to grab us some fruit to eat. All was done and she did so graciously!!!

The place is in immaculate condition inside and out and yes the views are spectacular!! We saw many birds including 2 toucans a few times! The deck is a great place to watch for them. I walked down the hill with her dogs a couple of times and so enjoyed them and the cat. My daughter loved the goats and guinea hens!!

We loved exploring the area and highly recommend Chumi's restaurant just a short 7 min drive away. Mirta there is so lovely even with our non-existent Spanish. Saw 2 parrots in a tree there and many other birds. Also ice cream and popsicled from the tienda down from the house is cheap and worth the walk!!

So yes, loved Ray and Michelle and everything about what my daughter said was like being in heaven when the fog rolled in one morning exposing just some greenery.

If I had a computer I would go on longer but you get the idea. A great place to explore the Central Valley area. Even heard about rock climbing g and a great swimming hole in nearby Cachi one could look into. Thanks for a wonderful stay and for the great sharing of insight from such s lovely couple.