Above Playa Carmen on Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula, Casas de Soleil sits on three acres of tropical gardens, a small collection of four individually designed villas spread across the hillside for privacy. Casa Mirador, the largest, rises three stories with its own pool, rooftop deck, and sweeping Pacific views. Each villa comes fully equipped with a kitchen, outdoor space, hammocks, and a barbecue. There are no televisions. Owner Soraya is the kind of host who anticipates what a trip needs before you do, arranging surf lessons, ATV tours, horseback riding, and dinner reservations with equal ease. The beach is a five-minute walk. Getting here takes effort.