El Refugio de Intag

Top choice in Northern Highlands


A river runs through this idyllically situated 75-acre property with several comfortably rustic houses. It's a blood-pressure-lowering refuge from the world for birders or those seeking tranquility. Spanish-speaking guides are available for long walks in the surrounding area. Home-cooked meals ($12) come straight from the farm, and the family of caretakers will charm your socks off. Only 1km from Santa Rosa.

Wi-fi is spotty, if you want to get picky, and only really works in the main house. But did you come here for that? There are shelves full of books to compensate for your temporary high-tech withdrawal.


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