Rancho Mastatal – Part 3
By Karen:
 Obviously, the Rancho uses electricity. The main power source in Costa Rica is hydroelectric. This is the equivalent to a transformer drop. |
 And up on the hills overlooking the town of Mastatal, you can see the transmission grid. |
 The terrain is pretty rugged here, but quite pretty. This is an area where the rainforest has been cleared away. |
 The terrain accounts for some of the ingenious design-work that visitors have crafted for the Rancho. The “Hankey House” (a.k.a. Tree House) was designed by an architect from England who stayed for six months and wanted to make a contribution to the community. |
 Downstairs sleeping area — open to the howler monkeys wailing away at night. Earplugs, anyone? |
 More craftsmanship examples. Entrance to the second level. |