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A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and dense green foliage in the background.
A spacious living area with a glass dining table, comfortable seating, and a kitchen in the background.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a central coffee table, and a sofa with decorative pillows.
A spacious living area with a kitchen island, wooden ceiling, and large windows.
A house with a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 73000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Top Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Rancho Tipico don Juan
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Quepos

Located in Manuel Antonio within a short walk of Cascada El Salto, this villa is within a mile (2 km) of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mountain Top Park - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Rancho Tipico don Juan - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Playa Espadilla - 10 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Biesanz Beach - 15 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drunken Monkey - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Namaste - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle

Nestled in a tranquil neighborhood just 10 minutes from the Manuel Antonio National Park, Villa Michelina offers privacy, jungle views, and all the comforts of a luxurious retreat. Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking peace, the spacious terrace and pool deck provide ample space to soak up the sun, listen to the soothing sounds of a nearby creek and waterfall, and spot wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and birds. Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and nature in our beautiful home! You will not want to leave.

Villa Michelina offers convenient location in the middle of nature and yet close to beaches, the famous Manuel Antonio National Park, a world-class marina, health-care facilities, and endless activities for everyone, from guided nature hikes to ziplines, sport fishing white water rafting, surfing lessons and many other exciting adventures.

Villa Michelina boasts spacious rooms, with lots of light from high ceilings and windows, decorated with countless Balinese details and modern amenities.
The main floor has a spacious living area and a kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and custom-made wooden cabinets.

The master suite, located just off the main living area, features a massive Indonesian antique headboard and a bathroom in marble stone surface finishes furthermore easy access to the private terrace and down to the central pool and patio.

The other two bedrooms are located on the other side of the main living area and are accessed down the stairs from the living. The two rooms share an appointed bathroom.

The expansive pool features a 2 ft wading pool above which flows into the main pool. Perfect for those looking just to stay cool! For those looking to connect with nature, the pool deck features gorgeous jungle views, wildlife sightseeing and the peaceful sound of a year-round creek that meanders right below from the property, for a unique atmosphere of relaxation.

This is not just an average rental villa. It's also our home away from home therefore we keep it in the best condition!

Most of our guests choose to rent a vehicle during their stay. While taxis are plentiful and available, having a rental car is often a more economical and practical approach to exploring the local area. We recommend utilizing a 4×4 vehicle to access the house and explore the off the beaten paths and bumpy Costa Rican roads. Our Concierge can assist in setting up any car rental services and can have the car delivered to you.

Housekeeping service is provided every other day with the exception of Sunday's and Costa Rican holidays.

While the home is equipped with private well water (not drinkable), the refrigerator includes a filter to ensure the water is safe for drinking.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a coffee maker, and a phone. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Exterior
Beautiful private villa w private pool
Manuel Antonio
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
$134 nightly
The price is $151
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful private villa w private pool

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car rental
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Please inform the concierge of your departure time ahead of time so we can some for the keys and do a walk-through to ensure nothing is left behind.

If any damages occur during your stay, such as broken items or missing towels, please inform it the staff.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Check-in after the designated times can be arranged via self-check-in or for an additional fee of $100 for personalized check-in.

Do not use white towels for makeup removal, dark facial towels are provided for this purpose. A $20 deduction will apply if white towels are stained.

Guest is responsible for their own security while in the Residence by locking doors, windows, cars, garage doors and setting alarms when it’s prudent.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this villa?

This villa is situated in Manuel Antonio within a short 15-minute walk of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and also 5 minutes on foot from Cascada El Salto. You'll also find Manuel Antonio Beach and Playa Espadilla within a short drive.

Is there a spa at this villa?

Spa services at the villa include massages.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Does this villa provide breakfast?

This villa offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Will this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

How far is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Quepos (XQP), which is 4.7 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Luxury Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming (it’s a vacation home management company) and responsive. But, mostly the surroundings and the home itself was gorgeous and in such an amazing spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing family stay

Loved the location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this villa. It was everything we could’ve hoped for, for a true jungle experience. It was spacious and clean, and we loved all the wildlife we saw right off the back patio! The concierge was super helpful, and everything went very smooth with check-in and checkout. The driveway is steep, but we had no trouble navigating it even in the pouring down rain. We never even had to put our SUV into four-wheel-drive.If I had one single critique, it would just be, to have access to the washer and dryer. With the high humidity, and all of the activities that our family of six did, we always had wet clothes and towels.It was unfortunate that we had to have stuff hanging everywhere to dry, and most things never really did. Other than that it really was a perfect stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place to stay very nice definitely need a 4x4 they have a couple issues with termites which I'm sure they will take care of but other than that it was great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Beautiful view! We went with two young children and the host was able to arrange a nanny for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Jungle Home !

My wife and I stayed 3 nights and loved everything about it! We saw toucans and parrots such an amazing spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice house

Beautiful property, tough driveway, well taken care of, thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eduardo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful House!

Has everything you need for a great vacation. House is very comfortable, beautiful furniture and with great decoration. We got visited by a gang of cute monkeys.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family House

This house was perfect before a family of four. Easy to get to town, beaches, markets. Loved being able to choose whether we wanted to cook in or dine out. But highly recommend and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gorgeous setting!

We truly enjoyed this property and the nature around the yard was amazing. We had monkeys, toucans, lots of other birds and a huge iguana. The only negative was not having access to a washer and dryer, which we missed seeing in the description. Prop manager was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nadja P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

amazing!!

Villa Michelina was incredible. The pool and back deck alone were worth the price - we sat out there and watched birds all day. Swam and watched birds - so amazing. The house is stunning. Only suggestions are that it could use a few more coffee mugs - only 3 and we were 4 people. And some of the rooms had quite a few bugs bc doors didn't fully seal, but was very minor compared to the overall wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Home & Location

The pictures do not do this amazing villa justice. This was such a luxurious home that made us feel like we were alone in the middle of the rain forest. We loved hanging by the pool, playing games in the large family room / dining area, and there was plenty of space for the kids to spend time on their own in their separate rooms. We did get to see monkeys swinging among trees and playing in the pool water, iguanas, many beautiful birds, etc. The location is SO close to all that Quepos and Manuel Antonio have to offer - what a memorable trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous house tucked into the hills

Stayed in Quepos in June 2023. The house was hard to access (VERY hard by American standards), and 4X4 is necessary, but when we arrived… so gorgeous! It was like a Balinese mansion rising from the jungle. The pool was perfect for hot days, and toucans and birds were flitting about the backyard our entire stay. The staff were incredibly helpful as well. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

Fishing Trip

Location is a big problem. Guy could not take us to the house. I will never stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Arnold S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

This villa has seen better days

The location & property are very special. Unfortunately the age of the villa is showing. The villa is not 100% sealed resulting in lizard poop inside. Shower water is unpredictable & sometimes water just start flowing. The pool area is guarded by the house iguana which makes its business on by the pool every day. Yuck!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jo Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family Stay

We enjoyed the house. It was well appointed and in a central location between Quepos and MA. The driveway was no joke, but definitely do-able with a 4 wheel drive. Very comfortable home and pool/outside areas. We were. a little disappointed because the description on VRBO said that there was a trail down to the river and waterfall below the house. There was no trail and we were told to go to the bridge we crossed along the way to the house and try to follow the river, but to be careful, etc.... Would be better to not state in the description of the house that this was even a possibility. We are adventurers and chose the house because of this location/proximity to a trail & waterfall. We did enjoy our stay and the hosts were extremely hospitable and helpful. The concierge services offered are also phenomenal.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and special home

My family of 6 (17yoB, 15yoG, 13yoG, 9yoG) had a wonderful stay. The location is really special up and down some steep roads (4x4 required!) but this is a beautiful home up in the rain forest. Morning coffee out on the patio was my favorite. Some days were limited activity in the forest (probably due to rain) but other days (less rain) were super active with birds and monkeys. Both were great! We had some great pool time and the kitchen was well set up as it was easier (and more affordable) to make it at home! Andrey was very helpful re: access and excursions including remembering my daughter is Celiac when booking an excursion with food!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing, peaceful experience. Loved it. Exactly the remote jungle experience we wanted. Fell asleep at night listening to the sounds of the jungle. My wife and our fours kids will always have fond memories of this property. We stayed a week. A note about the road conditions: we had a Toyota Rush with two wheel drive automatic transmission. It was was fine getting to and from the house. I can see how a 4x4 would be better, but from our experience a 4x4 was not necessary. Great time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shalyce P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The communication with the rental company was hands down some of the best I have ever used. They helped us with so many more details and could not have done this without them. This house was in an amazing location which we enjoyed close to town. The house was good size and comfortable. We did not read in the description that we would not have any use of the onsite laundry, unfortunately they were locked and they made no exceptions to help facilitate. We were on our second week and with 76% humidity clothes needed to be tended to so this was super disappointing. I would highly recommend they put the extra backstock in one of the many other locked closets and let guests use the laundry. Towels were also at a minimum. Each bedroom had 2 bath towels and 2 pool towels so there was nothing extra if they got soiled and no way to wash. The house overall is furnished nicely and A/C worked well. Many areas of the house had gaps between the doors, windows and ceilings where critters came in. Each morning we did have to sweep up feces in the corner of the living room which appeared to be coming form bats getting into the broken tiles on the roof which we could see from the carport. We did figure out the driveway ourselves but had multiple shuttles and drivers that refused to come to the house to pick up so we had to hike our luggage up and down the driveway instead. Again not a huge deal but was unexpected. We loved our stay here and can't thank Hazel enough for her communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Very neat, spacious home with privacy

We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was warm and inviting and had plenty of room for our family of 5. A heads up tho, the second and third bedrooms can only be accessed from the outside so something to consider if you have young children. It’s great for people wanting lots of privacy however. We all enjoyed the pool a lot. The house was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. There would be some critters that would get in at night but that’s to be expected when you’re in the middle of the rain forest. We weren’t fortunate enough to see monkeys but we did enjoy watching a trio of parrots fly over every day. Hazel made the check-in and out process really easy and she was available for anything we needed. Definitely recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

amy f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best EVER

There is really no need to look anywhere further. This house was a dream come true. Only four of us and was way too big for our needs but for the price we couldn’t beat it. Our own private pool. All beds comfortable. Two king beds in two separate rooms. Felt like you were truly in the jungle. Monkeys on our porch while we swim. From the moment we walked in the house we were totally taken care of by the staff. If we had one issue come up it was literally resolved within 10 minutes. We arrived here late one night without food and our gal who met us there had food delivered to our house within 30 minutes. I mean seriously could not have dropped up a better place. We cannot wait to come back!!’
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Michelina is a must stay in Manuel Antonio!

Our family had an incredible stay at Villa Michelina. The property is bigger and more beautiful than the pictures show. It offered privacy within minutes of all the beaches, restaurants and attractions. We also enjoyed cooking in the spacious kitchen. The kids spent hours playing in the pool and looking for wildlife in the backyard. During our stay, we were visited by a family of capuchin monkeys, iguanas, toucans, hummingbirds and many other birds. On our last day, a huge group of squirrel monkeys were in the area and some came onto the back patio with us. Having wildlife so close to us was a highlight of our trip. Mariana, Jorge and the cleaning staff were also amazing and helped us arrange everything we needed, including grocery orders and restaurant recommendations. As others have said, there is a steep driveway but it was part of our adventure! If we return to Manuel Antonio, we will definitely stay at Villa Michelina! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful villa!

This is an absolutely wonderful villa, the photos do not do it justice! It was the perfect amount of space to make our holiday relaxing for our family of five. The separation between the primary bedroom and other two is great for families with older kids, while the locks on all the doors with pool access is a thoughtful gesture for those with younger kids. Ours are in the middle and they absolutely LOVED this house and having their own quarters. The high ceilings make it feel very grand and spacious. The housekeeping team take fantastic care of the property and its guests - the towels or laundry mentioned in previous reviews was a non-issue for us thanks to them. Check in and out was a breeze and concierge was available for any of our needs; overall a very hospitable team! The driveway is definitely a challenge but not an issue with the right car. We loved the location in that it was away from the hustle and bustle of the main strip but still only a few minutes away from it when we wanted - same for the beaches. It was amazing being nestled in the forest and visited by the wildlife, including a monkey! Such a lovely stay and experience, would highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Jungle Experience

Pros: - Wonderful customer service! The host and Raimund were so helpful and responded right away to questions/concerns. - Extremely spacious. - They provided cleaners (included in the cost) every other day which was really nice. They also did laundry for us if we left a tip. - The pool area was beautiful. - It is a true “jungle” experience! - Great AC! - Alarm system on home which made us feel extra safe (although it felt very safe anyways) Cons: - The location indicator on the listing is way off. One of the main reasons we booked this house is because we thought it was walking distance to bars and restaurants in Manuel Antonio however, it was not walking distance whatsoever for an average person. We would have never booked this place if we knew the true location. It was in the “middle of nowhere” about 8 minutes from the top of the hill in MA, but it is either straight down or straight up so walking would be so very difficult especially if you are not use to all the heat. - The way the house is built (maybe it’s the Indonesian style?) has a gap to the outdoors between the roof and walls (which they did try to patch with boards and it helped but did not solve 100%) which allowed more than average bugs and critters into the home(small lizards, frogs, and we even had a bat fly in our first night). - the interior is a bit dated, though it’s unique and of high quality furnishings and decor -- Some of kitchen stuff was very poor quality
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Unique House

As the other reviews all stated, you definitely need a 4x4 to navigate the roads getting to the house. Some of the roads are not paved and have been washed out that have very deep pot holes- take full insurance out on your rental car!!! The house itself is very unique, sitting below the driveway landing on the hill with beautiful views of the rain forest. We loved floating in the pool enjoying the natural setting. There are many unusual art pieces, custom furniture, and special additions to the house, but the house is a bit dated, although nothing that would prevent staying here. The kitchen appearance is nice, but the kitchen cooking equipment is well below standards for this type of property (old pans, pots, and limited extras one comes to expect in a VRBO). We did not see monkeys during our week, but we did see toucans, parrots and many butterflies. Inside the house we experienced a scorpion in the bedroom, an iguana, a huge spider and a bat that left droppings over the furniture and counters all week (I guess this is the norm for Costa Rica). The Conceirge, Andres, was awesome and very helpful- at all hours and even coming through for us with last minute plans. We stayed the end of July/beginning of August and it rained every day. Only 2 of the days were a washout where tour plans had to be cancelled, otherwise, the rain was not a deterrent for us. One request for the owner/property management company- why not let the renters use the washer/dryer that is on premise? There is nowhere to hang wet towels, bathing suits, clothes (outside not an option because of the frequent rain)…we found ourselves lacking dry towels all week and clothes that took days to dry out. At the minimum, we would have appreciated being able to throw our wet gear into a dryer. I gave the review 4 stars because of the kitchen & washer/dryer limitations, but otherwise, this is a wonderful house giving my family, a very unique experience. Much appreciated and hope you will have us back one day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022