THE POOL is the focal point of the property, and centerpiece of outdoor life when the beach club, which caters to both members and travelers, is in full swing. The long curved swimming spot is anchored on one end by a spurting fountain in kid-friendly waters, and traversed by a wooden bridge at its center. An adult section has a swim-up bar, which is shaded by the palm fringes of an adjoined palapa. The large circular construction of rough-hewn logs has a soaring thatched roof over open beams and offers shaded refreshment at a dozen hard wood tables set on a natural stone floor. A poolside brick patio sits in the shade of a half dozen palm trees.
THE GROUNDS are rich with tall palms, lush plants, cacti and stretches of green grass. Guests are apt to get greeted by geese that have free range of the outer expanses, and are given to greet the morning sun with temperate calls that mix with the songs of birds and a host of other little creatures that flock to the verdant oasis. Paths of stone pavers that wind through the grounds are lined by tall lampposts which illuminate the way at night. Bungalows lie to one side of the pool area, with a dozen small palapas where hammocks are given to hang on the opposite end. Two large palapas with seating under high thatched roofs command each end of the beachfront, centered by a wide patio that sees small gatherings in the evenings to take in fiery sunsets.
THE BEACHFRONT is lined by wooden loungers that lie under thatched umbrellas and face a rumbling ocean, where early morning fishermen cast nets, and the occasional caravan of cows is given to pass. Guests are likely to have the secluded volcanic sands all to themselves during the week, with more lively activity like beach volleyball to be found when the weekend getaway gang pays a visit. While the ocean temperature is always as inviting as a warm bath, a strong current means that dips are best kept waist deep, with a lifeguard on duty atop a tall stand to ensure that no one gets swept away. There's also some serious kite-surfing to be had for the more adventurous of ocean lovers.
THE MENU abounds with bounty from the sea, with fish-soup starters, a half dozen selections of ceviches and entrees like shrimp with garlic sauce, calamari with rice, and a fish filet that comes smothered in shrimp sauce. Chicken dishes, steaks and a few fettuccine choices round out the dinner menu, along with burgers, chicken sandwiches and personal pizzas. Breakfast offerings include tacos with eggs, beans and sour cream, and Salvadoran-style offerings that come with generous sides of fried plantains. You won't be disappointed in the tree-to-table coconut water.
ACCOMMODATIONS are kept simple and meticulously clean. Spanish-style cottages that are topped by red tile roofs have basic furniture and built-ins of heavy, dark wood over tile floors, with small TVs and coffee makers among the somewhat Spartan amenities. Bathrooms have fresh water. Remote-controlled air conditioners are modern, quiet and powerful.
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