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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, stereo
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82746 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Savegre de Aguirre, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Playa Hatillo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Barú
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Savegre

This villa places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Hatillo and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Hatillo - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • PlayaGuápil - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Playa Barú - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Playa Dominical - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moromo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬9 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.

Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views

Newly remodeled, Villa Encantada is a beautiful and very unique contemporary tropical designed property. With attention to every detail and with every amenity you can think of, including kitchen with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, high speed internet, wine/beer fridge, heated outdoor shower, 8.5 Length x 3.5 width meters infinity edge pool, large sun deck, BBQ, outdoor fridge and great views. Don't worry about the water because the Villa has filtered water for both drinking and ice.

The property is located on 2.75 private acres surrounded by lush rainforest with an abundance of wildlife including monkeys, sloths, toucans and parrots along with many different varieties of beautiful butterflies.

Villa Encantada has 3 bedrooms, a master with king size bed and private bath. Two guest rooms, one with a queen size bed along with a custom made bunk bed and the other with two full size beds. Upstairs is a second full bathroom with shower and just off the main living area is a powder room. Each bedroom has its's own 32" flat screen Sony TV. Your pool and outside terrace will be perfect for you every morning before you awake.

Villa Encantada also comes with our full time concierge, who will be available to assist you with anything you need, including rental car, arranging tours, private chefs, masseurs, etc.

There is also full time monitored security, as well as 24 hrs staff to make sure that everything is absolutely perfect for your stay at Villa Encantada!

Housekeeping Service is available.

In an effort to maintain the beauty and care of our garden and pool, this villa receives maintenance on Mondays from 7 to 9am and on Thursdays from 7am to 2pm. Our crew will try to complete the tasks quickly and efficiently, so that your stay is not interrupted. Garbage is collected once per week, on Thursdays.

A 4x4 vehicle is a must to access the villa.

Near the Villa is Dominical and other beaches perfect for those looking to relax or those looking to surf. Located on Costa Rica’s amazingly beautiful South Pacific coastline, the small village of Dominical is a hidden paradise with something for everyone. There are shops, restaurants, bars, hotels, and some amazing natural scenery and adventures. Dominical is known to have some of the best surf in the country, but it also has easy access to two amazing national parks (Manuel Antonio and Marino Ballena), some breathtaking waterfalls, great rivers for rafting, and many other great natural adventure tours. With its stunning backdrop of lush green forests and palm trees, this beach is also a great place to bird watch or take a canopy tour of the surrounding locale. There are many other outdoor activities to take part in while in the Dominical area such as hiking, horseback riding, ATV tours, snorkeling trips and kayaking.

Villa Encantada is managed by Paradise Management; a company with over 10 years of experience, expertise and the professionalism for making your vacation in Costa Rica magical. We truly are more than just renting from an owner; we do our best to be the best host!

Due to the world's health emergency because of the COVID-19, Paradise Management has implemented a very strict cleaning protocol since 2020 to comply with the necessary measures to establish an adequate process of disinfection of the villas. Paradise Management as a vacation rental professional understands that cleaning a property effectively requires specific training, appropriate supplies, and a systematic process. For that reason, all our vacation rental fields like staff/housekeepers/technicians and other employees have completed training regarding proper and safe cleaning techniques and property security. The entire team now understands how to safely use chemical products (such as germicides used to clean bathrooms) and dispose of trash, cleaning supplies, and bio hazards appropriately. Please feel safe to visit our property by knowing it is complying with all the cleaning protocols established and recommended by the government and vacation rental associations!
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 enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,746 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 11:00 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

Rules

A security deposit will be required at the check in time. If the check-in is after 5:00 pm, there will be an extra fee of $20.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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: 11:00 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.
  • 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 and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this villa?

This villa is located in Savegre, just steps from Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Playa Dominical and Playa Hatillo within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is a spa located at this villa?

Spa services at the villa include massages.

Is this villa adjacent to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views?

There are many amenities for couples at this villa, including a chef service and a private pool in each villa, and some feature beach view.

Are there hot tubs at Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views?

No, this villa doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this villa offer breakfast?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.

Are there connecting rooms at Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this villa.

How close is the airport from this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is Quepos (XQP), which is 20.1 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views?

Yes, every villa at Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views comes with a balcony and some offer beach and mountain views.

Encantada- Brand New Villa, Truly Spectacular with Mountain and Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Nathaniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The view out the back of the home is beautiful and looks over the rainforest to the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Paradise found!

We loved our stay at Vila Encantada! The property and home was the best part of our trip! Oscar, the concierge is amazing and is always available to help or book any excursions. Costa Rica was paradise and we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justun B.

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

Perfect hideaway

This is the place for anyone looking for quiet moments, stunning scenery, and access to everything you could want in Costa Rica. "Pura Vida"
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanne H.

The pictures did not do this property justice. It was stunning!

We loved this property! Beautiful and comfortable. Oscar and Christopher went over and above to make our stay effortless and relaxing. We will definately be back
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Amazing

Amazing property. Very well equipped. Beautiful surroundings Oscar our personal concierge was exceptional
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william c.

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

Pura Vida

Beautiful home just outside Dominical, CR. Must have 4 x 4 vehicle to gain access. Other than the 6-10 minute climb and descent to the home it is a wonderful vacation home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi E.

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

Family Escape January 2021

Villa Encantada is absolutely amazing! My husband and I aggreed this was the most beautiful house we have ever booked. The flora and fauna that surround are breathtaking - truly a piece of Heaven. The villa is exceptionally well done, and the pictures do not do it justice. Oscar the concierge was extremely warm and helpful. There were only four of us, and this house is made for entertaining. We hope to be back with a larger group to share!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian L.

Beautiful modern mountain home in a remote rainforest.

Our family of 4 had a wonderful time at the Villa Encantada. The beds were extremely comfortable, the kitchen more than adequately stocked, and the quietest location on the remote side of the mountain, requiring a bit of grit driving a 4WD vehicle, well worth it for the daily visits by the toucans, whitetail deer, and wildlife rainforest night sounds. Our concierge, Oscar, booked excursions, the airport shuttle, and 4WD vehicle awaiting at the home for us. He also helped resolve questions/issues about the home promptly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Incredible Stay!

The location of the house is far from the San Jose airport but well worth the drive. Oscar the concierge was helpful and responded quicky to our requests. The house itself is definitely up a steep rough dirt road but with a 4x4 it was fine. The house was absolutely beautiful, with stunning views and a lot of wildlife. We saw a ton of toucans, macaws, bugs and lizards. Unfortunately we didn't see the sloth or any monkeys but would hear them at night. Thank you for sharing your house, as we highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ivan K.

Excellent place, secluded location, lush greenery.

The property is well secluded in a private gated development of an enormous size. As for right now, the other nearest building is 2 kilometers away from the house. The house is an architectural marvel, modern design is well blended into the surroundings. The pool is great, you may enjoy nature viewing right from the water. Bird's life is remarkable here. We also enjoyed watching a sloth traveling through the property for three days. The property manager Oscar is extremely friendly and helpful, he speaks good English and always just a phone call away for help, if needed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane T.

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

Making Memories!!!

I have had the luxury of traveling all over the world as an airline pilot. This was hands down the best place we have stayed at. The photos don't do this place any justice. The tranquility of the location is incomparable! AWD or 4x4 is needed due to the cross of gravel and steepness. The dirt road is easily traveled on if you have an AWD or 4x4. The proximity to everything makes things so easy. Grocery store, restaurants, beach, etc. is only 15-20 minutes away. All the adventurous excursions are very close. A few things I would have done sooner are communicating with Oscar, the concierge, and having him arrange all activities with reputable guides. For us he was able to book fishing/snorkeling, zip lining, ate/coffee tour, Manual Antonio park tour, personal chef, sunset horse beach ride and so much more. He was able to move a few things around to accommodate all of my requests and honestly not sure we could have done it without him in advance. I would HIGHLY recommend having the Chef earlier in your stay. We booked him on the night before we were to leave and if you look at pricing it makes more sense to book for numerous days and/or meals. All in all, what you get when booking this location is worth every penny! The memories our family has made will last a lifetime! Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly and Todd D.

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

Back Again

This was our second trip to Villa Encantada, and we loved it once again. the architecture of the house is stunning, and the kids loved the pool. I could definitely see us back for a third time. Oscar is lovely to communicate with. Thanks.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Stacy H.

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

50 th Birthday

Wonderful property! Beautiful view and great organization from our concierge!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd and W.

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

A perfect Christmas vacation

Our family of 6 took this trip in lieu of giving gifts this Christmas. WE decided we would remember the adventure and enjoy making memories together more than buying gifts. And boy did we! Watching toucans and sloths and sunsets over the ocean from our patio was our favorite. WE also enjoyed horseback riding to the falls, snorkeling, ziplining, and touring Manuel Antonio National Park. Chef Christopher cooked us an elegant meal and served us poolside. Our favorite restaraunts close by were Langosta Felize (casual dining) and Cuna de Angel (fine dining). This home will not dissapoint! Oscar was perfection!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bo D.

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

Amazing time in Dominical

Honestly can't wait to come back! The property was beautiful, the communication was perfect, and everything from scheduling pick up from the airport, transportation in the area, at home breakfasts/dinners, to even getting a cake from my birthday went so smoothly. If you plan on staying in the Dominical area, I would highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tori H.

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

Best Vacation Home/Experience!

I stayed at this property for 6 nights with 7 other friends and it was immaculate! The open air areas were amazing, the AC in the rooms were cold, and the view was perfect! There were gates and an alarm system, so we felt very safe! Definitely make sure you get a 4x4 vehicle on the way up. Our concierge Oscar was SO attentive, set up awesome tours for us, was available for questions at all times, and answered quickly! We love you Oscar! If we ever come back to Costa Rica, we will absolutely stay at the same location!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Carla L.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home in the rain forest

The house, view, location, pool, and property were beautiful.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PRISCILA V.

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

The place is absolutely beautiful

The place is absolutely beautiful, gorgeous views, and amazing surroundings. The only thing was that the satellite tv didn't work through all our stay. The house has great, with stable internet connection, so we were able to connect to Netflix instead.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly and Todd D.

So stunning!

The property was so unique and more stunning than the photos. We had two families with a total of 10 people and loved every minute of it. Oscar, our concierge was so lovely too. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Wunerbar gelegene Villa mit Dschungel und Meerblick

Wir haben hier 8 wundervolle, sehr entspannende Tage verbracht, Alles ist perfekt: sehr schönes Haus, toller Pool und viel Natur und Tukane von der Villa aus zu beoachten. Oscar hat uns vor Ort sehr gut betreut, vielen Dank dafür. Wir können die Villa uneingeschränkt empfehlen, eines der besten Häuser, die wir weltweit je gemietet haben.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

My Idea of Paradise

Our stay at Paradise Breezes was fabulous. We stayed at Villa Encantada in November 2018. This is the end of the rainy season and start of the dry season, so we did have some rain but it never spoiled any of our plans. It was mostly at night and it was quite nice to sit and relax under the outdoor area. Our concierge Oscar was amazing and literally took care of everything. I like to make sure all details are taken care of but soon realized that I needn’t have worried as he was on top of his game. Oscar was available whenever we needed anything but never intrusive. He went out of his way on a Sunday to help us find a chiropractor when my husband hurt his back. The Dr. came right to the villa (at a very reasonable cost) and thankfully my husband was able to enjoy the rest of our vacation. Everything was as promised, everything we could have needed was there (including a super blender) for tropical drinks…every utensil you could think of, a lovely welcome package, comfortable beds and lounge seating by the pool. We could not see any other villa’s so it was very private. The A/C works really well although we rarely used it because we prefer the breeze and the fans which was enough. We were visited each day by Toucans and Aracari’s at the pool. Villa Encantada was simply beautiful. From the Jurassic size front entrance door to the ocean view pool you will not be dissappointed. The drive from the main road to the villa requires 4x4 as do most in Costa Rica but it was only a 5 minute drive and you get used to it very quickly. We loved that we were only a short distance from banks, supermarkets, beaches etc. but are still in the jungle in your own paradise. All of our activities, car rental, shuttle pick ups and drop offs went smoothly and they were always on time. We took advantage of the private chef after a day of ATVing so we were very happy to have Jonathan cook a fabulous meal for us and teach us how to make the perfect Pina Colada! We also had massages by the pool which were fabulous. We can’t wait to go back and stay at Paradise Breezes and can't say enough about how excellent Oscar is 😊 He made everything from start to finish the wonderful trip that it was. Pura Vida Oscar!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

Incredible Experience in this Beautiful Villa!

My family had a wonderful time at this property. Beautiful house and view of the ocean. Toucans, sloths, parrots, and other amazing animals in the trees all around the home. Local activities were great fun. Locals were extremely welcoming. Personal chef was outstanding. And Oscar from the property management company took care of all our reservations, leaving us with no worries at all!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

First impression arriving at villa was truly worth the 5 stars

Don’t pass this place up if you are looking for a peaceful place to stay with family or friends. Anytime we needed anything Oscar and Esteban were there to help.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil R.

Great Family Stay at Villa Encantada!

3rd trip to CR, and 2nd to the Southern Region of CR was terrific. This Villa is accurately portrayed in its photos and is a great house for anyone, including young kids like ours, to enjoy. While it is a trek from either San Jose or Liberia to get to this region (either plane or we have driven), we have done this twice and it is well worth it if you are looking for luxury, but not in a high rise or resort community manner. The Villa is tucked back in foothills with Ocean views, daily visits from Toucan's/Aracari's/Parrots await. House is in a gated development and well taken care of by Oscar and Paradise Breeze mgmt. We had a terrific chef in Christopher for a few days as well, which I'd recommend to enjoy the evening view and kick back (Closest restaurants/grocery store are less than a 10 min drive). Ballena Bistro for lunch is a must as food is spectacular (south of Uvita). La Parcela a great spot with a view and very close. 4 wheel drive key as most homes are up steep dirt roads and but Villa Encantada not too far off highway (check if you are looking at other homes as some are way up the hills). Activities are endless. We walked the beautiful beaches, snorkeled with reef sharks, jumped off waterfalls, rode horseback, caught a 500lb Black Marlin and two sailfish (all released!)...all in 1 week. And we were just in one small part of this beautiful country. Riley Family- Mpls, MN
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

Luxury Villas tucked away in the Jungle

This was our 3rd stay at Villa Encantada and our 7th at Paradise Breezes. What can I say... we love it there! The accommodations are superb, the staff is attentive and wildlife is truly amazing. If you go in the rainy season and book an extended period of time, it's a good deal too. We've been going to Costa Rica for over 10 years now, on over 15 trips, and I'm so glad Ivannia turned us on to PB. What made this stay so special is that Carla and I we able to just relax. We've found that we're always playing tour guide for our friends and family when we're down there. This time, we were able to spend a lot of time at the house and observe the wildlife. This year we had a sloth that appeared in the patio tree on 4 or 5 days and a plethora of frogs, toucans, and araucarias. I was hiking the road frequently (in case you wonder, it's 1.2 miles to the main gates at the highway) and saw quite a few packs of white-faced Monkies on numerous occasions. On a prior stay, we had 100's of parrots in the trees each day. You never know what to expect - every day is an adventure. The location of PB is ideal, just off the main highway and only 10 minutes from Dominical for restaurants, bars, and of course the beach. Close enough to Manuel Antonio, yet far enough away that you don't feel you're surrounded by thousands of tourists like you do there. One of the reasons Villa Encantada is our favorite is that it's tucked away in the jungle, you literally cannot see another building from anywhere on the property. The sounds of the jungle are amazing, birds, crickets and frogs. So soothing and relaxing - that Pura Vida thing again. I also surprised Carla for her birthday, with a visit from her daughter Amy. Oscar took care of all the details and made that happen with little effort on my part. We didn't go on many excursions this year but did go on the ATV tour through the mountains over Uvita in the rain and mud. At first, we were not happy campers. But once we stopped for some hot coffee (and had a few sips of the owner's private moonshine), it turned into the highlight of the trip. If this is your first visit to Costa Rica, I recommend a week on the Pacific Coast and a week in the Arenal area, if you can. Villa Encantada at Paradise Breezes is my first choice. Villa Pacifico is a good 2nd choice with amazing sunset views. In Arenal, I recommend Arenal Springs Resort (not "The Springs").