Avis Your own personal coffee farm stay in Jardin, Colombia

Finca Mariposa accommodations were thoughtfully designed and more luxurious than we expected. The host delivered detailed instructions about the property and the check in process was smooth and easy. The caretaker warmly welcomed us and immediately addressed our questions. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking on our own. As birders, we were delighted with the great variety of birds on the property and along the stream nearby. We encountered parrots, small toucans (toucanets), colorful tanagers, and hummingbirds. The drive into town is a bit long, but didn't discourage us from dining two evenings in Jardin during our stay. We would choose to stay here again when we return in the future.

Just as we had hoped the stay to be with fabulous views, great food cooked by Daniel and Andrea along with an informative coffee tour right on the property. The only down side was the main road was not accessible so we had to drive a detour route that added 15 minutes to the drive from town and you do need a 4 wheel car if driving.

This property is absolutely stunning. Incredible views and tranquility. We all enjoyed walking the hillside and checking out the coffee plants, fruits and birds. It was hands down the highlight of our 2 weeks travelling around Colombia. Daniel is the best!! So kind, helpful and hard working. He brought us vine ripened bananas and let us pick a ripe pineapple....they were so unbelievably tasty, fruit will never be the same! We had a lunch prepared by his wife and it was one of the best meals we had our whole trip. Lovely people. Bug repellant is a must - mosquitos ate me alive when I was silly enough to do yoga on the grass and I didn't feel a thing untill after. Transportation takes 20 min from the town centre and it's a bumpy ride up the mountain. We hired both jeeps and tuk tuks and preferred the latter. WiFi was strong, though we did lose internet for 8 hrs, but that was the entire area and not the property's fault. The only area for improvement is the water for showers. We followed the directions to get hot water and it was hot, but at very low pressure. Pressure is good if you like a cold shower though! We will definitely be back - this is such a special place in the most beautiful part of Colombia.