Our mission:

To create a comfortable escape for travelers to laugh, recharge and reconnect with each other and nature. Through our location, sustainable practices and coaching, our guests learn, play, adventure and create memories in Costa Rica that benefit the local community and ecosystem.

The Villas Espavel Dream Team
Yohanna, Charlie, Magaly, Johannah, Caliche & Adriana


Johannah is our General Manager and the person who will greet you when you arrive. Born in Wisconsin, she's a Guanacasteca now who loves Costa Rica, the local Samara community, yoga, art and nature.