Title: Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica Vacation home in Chacarita with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica ![Property grounds - Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica (Santa Eduviges)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91200000/91193300/91193258/d85f7f15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica (Santa Eduviges)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91200000/91193300/91193258/455ed92d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica (Santa Eduviges)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91200000/91193300/91193258/895d93ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica (Santa Eduviges)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91200000/91193300/91193258/49649eaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, video games, stereo - Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica (Santa Eduviges)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91200000/91193300/91193258/2f3b54f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica A Great Place to hang out ! Here at Casa Mango we have fantastic pool with a big rancho. The rancho has a gas stove with tables for preparing and eating food. Sun chairs if you wish to lay back and soak up the sun. There is also a spectacular Deck over looking the water. Also a great place to eat your meals, drink the morning coffee, or just take in the view and enjoy the breeze. Inside we have a 46in flat screen TV with WiFi, and Netflix. A Bluetooth sound bar that can be brought outside to the rancho or deck, both have electricity. Refrigerator with Ice Machine and filtered water. Ceiling fans throughout the house. A/C in the bedrooms, and one in the main living area for those really hot days. Fully equipped kitchen, secure parking, hot water showers with good pressure. Comfortable mattresses, and a washing machine. Casa Mango is a quaint, rustic house restored to its former glory and updated to make your stay the best it can be. Right on the tip of the peninsula, Santa Eduviges. The place is located right on the Estero River from Puntarenas. We have a great view from our deck over looking the water to the "Angostura" from Puntarenas. There is no other place like this in Costa Rica. We are also conveniently located only 5 miles to the Ferry, supermarkets, bakery, and pulperia. We are in a "Real Tico Neighborhood" not a million dollar villa on top of a hill where you don't see or hear a soul. Our place is right where life goes on. This is how people really live in Costa Rica. The neighbors are mostly fisherman and retired people. All are friendly, humble, and working class. There is always some movement on the water, boats come and go all day. It's great sitting on the deck and watching the tides come and go, it's a forever changing landscape. There are many species of birds around all day including the occasional Scarlet Macaw, often seen flying in pairs or even eating from the tree right next to the deck. You can also fish from the deck, or even from the private pier we have on the property. You'll catch mostly catfish with an occasional stingray. Going to Puntarenas at night is an experience as well with all the street food vendors and people hanging out on the board walk. The bus stop is on the next corner, the bus will take you to Chacarita, Puntarenas Center, El Roble and other locations. The public bus station is just 100m away. My Girlfriend Mariela and I live next door with our dogs Moka and Canela. 2 sweet pits that I've had since puppys. And although the houses are completely separated and private from each other, the dogs often roam both property's. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Chacarita is home to this vacation home. Caldera Port and Vista Golfo Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa San Isidro and Playa Chacarita. [Visit our Chacarita travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Chacarita.dx828881298211676160) [View more Vacation homes in Chacarita](https://www.expedia.ca/Chacarita-Private-Vacation-Homes.d828881298211676160-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.98498%2C-84.78121&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fOTzbmo_4KunoSQ1-bq4nkj89U4=) Santa Eduviges, Puntarenas ### What's nearby - ![Costa Rica translated from Spanish means "sand point" - is the capital and largest city in the province Puntarenas, Costa Rica on the Pacific coast. The beautiful beaches of the Pacific coast attracts](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332724/ee50997c-f90d-491a-9160-d4694eed3068.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Puntarenas Beach 11 min drive \- 6.1 km - Playa Chacarita 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Playa Angostura 2 min drive \- 1.5 km - Playa Pochote 4 min drive \- 2.5 km - Puntarenas Pier 13 min drive \- 7.1 km ### Getting around - Tambor (TMU) 142 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante Malibú Praia Nova 9 min drive - Tio Tobal 19 min walk - Bar Marwy's 18 min walk - Mickey's Bar 8 min drive - Las Ensaladas 12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica have a pool? ### Is Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica? ### What time is check-out at Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica? ### Where is Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa Mango, Puntarenas, Costa Rica Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandy G. Feb 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation to remember it was a very private relaxing place to stay. We loved watching the birds and boats go by. The weather was great! It was so lovely to have a pool to bask next to.Josh was really friendly and hepful. He is what made our stay feel like home! ##### Brandy G. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Heather M. Jan 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Authentic Costa Rica Restful getaway close to activities we had planned. We enjoyed the ebb and flow of the water and fisherman from the point. ##### Heather M. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike A. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Authentic costa rica Casa mango was a great pick. The host Josh and Mari where great in ever way from advice and knowledge of costa rica to accommodating any request we had. Beautiful compound with a pool all to our self. Very good location about 1 hour from all you want to do in costa rica. I felt very safe at the place and in the town. Josh also has great contacts for very reasonable rental cars and fresh fish and steaks and the local groceries. Cant wait to go back.seemed like i was the only tourist around until i went to were they all swarm too.Thank you Josh for having us.. ##### Mike A. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Teresa B. Mar 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our time in Puntarenas... We enjoyed staying at Casa Mango. True to it's name, there are mangos hanging off the big tree ready to eat or as we did, make mango margaritas! Josh is an excellent host and his girlfriend, Mariela, is an great cook. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast (gallo pinto/eggs), fab dinner (Arroz con Pollo) and the best pina coladas ever! The river/estuary views are every changing with the tides. Overall, it's a hidden paradise in a typical Costa Rican neighborhood. ##### Teresa B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tim H., Osoyoos Mar 10, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Location #### Casa Mango Josh and Mariela are great and he casa was okay, an oasis in a poor area, at the end of a bus line to Puntarenas only 75m away. Bird watching on the estuary is great. The neighbors dogs and roosters start early along with 2 stroke fishing biats around 4:30\. Worst things are a bar 50 meters actoss the river open all night sometimes, very loud and throwing garbage into the riner. The neighbors are burning every day, many with the wind pushing smoke into tbe unit.. Make sure to have ear plugs and binoculars ##### Tim H. Stayed 24 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bart H. Feb 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pura Vida This was our 2nd time staying at Casa Mango. We enjoyed it so much last year we came back! Josh was amazing once again. He picked us up at the airport to start our 2nd Puntarenas journey.We were able to take the city bus basically from our "door" and go to the market downtown, Nicoya Beach, restaurants, the ferry & eat a little street food too!Having a pool on site and AC was definitely an added benefit. Laundry available and a clothesline. Sitting on the deck at night was one of our favorites. Winding down the day with a cocktail and a card game.Hoping the boat will be up and running next year. Josh & Mariela took us on a couple group excursions last year to different beaches and islands. They have done multiple upgrades to the property to make our (and your!) stay even better.Thank you, Josh & Mariela, for everything! See you next year!! Say hi to the girls from us :) ##### Bart H. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yvonne P. Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful time at Casa Mango We had a very relaxing and enjoyable 3 weeks at Casa Mango in Chacarita, Puntarenas in Feb 2025, we wanted a small local place to see wildlife , relax and enjoy the climate and culture that is Costa Rica.The small private home is located on an estuary and we enjoyed watching the tide changes ,it was interesting with all the different types of birds and local fishing boats .We spent a lot of time on the shaded porch , usually we had a nice breeze, reading and dining, and just watching the variety of birds . We also went to the beach in Puntarenas a few times and some beautiful waterfalls near by called Encantado.The air conditioned house was newly upgraded, very clean, has two good size bedrooms with ensuites and comfortable beds .There is also a well stocked functional kitchen with lots of plants and shade outside.The private pool was perfect, the sun shelter added shade in the afternoons.Josh and Mari were excellent hosts, very friendly and very responsive if we had a questions or needed anything, and very helpful at all times.We really enjoyed getting to know them and their dogs, Canella and Mocha! Josh was doing maintenance on his boat while we were there so we will do Isla Tortuga next time! We also met several very nice and interesting travellers who stopped at the adjacent camping area! Overall, we had a great time , one of our most relaxing vacations ever and look forward to returning for another visit in the future ! ##### Yvonne P. Stayed 24 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen G. Jan 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful surroundings behind the green gate We were leery as we approached the “green gate” but once they were opened a paradise revealed itself!! Mike and Luisa couldn’t have been more attentive and helpful on the area, with where to shop and suggestions of tours to take. Oso their dog made us feel closer to home and our pups on the ranch who we were missing. ##### Kathleen G. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn W. Jan 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Really Enjoyed our time here We spent 5 nights at Casa Lilu. We enjoyed visiting with the hosts, Mike and Louisa. They are wonderful people. Their dog, Oso, was such a joy. My husband and I played with him daily. The house has everything needed to cook and feel comfortable. We enjoyed sitting on the deck watching the fishing boats come and go. It was also where we had coffee every morning and dinner every evening. It was a thrill to watch the birds catch fish. We swam in the pool daily and read books in the lounge chairs. It was a super nice experience to stay there. ##### Carolyn W. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dina B. Feb 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Real Costa Rica This property is located in the typical Costa Rica village. People are mostly fishing for leaving there. The owners are very nice and helpful. We had a beautiful balcony right on the river for all our meals and relaxing time. It is a birds paradise. We enjoyed watching them especially during low tide. A pool was very nice after a hot day. You also can walk to the ocean through the village. It takes about 10-15 minutes. We really took advantage of 2 bikes on the property. There is a biking trail along the ocean. To get there we had to ride bikes to the bridge over the canal. The bridge looks a little scary but once you cross it and see local people using it every day, it becomes normal. The river the house is built on is beautiful. Our only regret was that we could not rent kayaks. We can only imagine how many days we could spend on the water. This property is about 2 hours from Arenal, Manuel Antonio and other popular attractions. Make sure that it fits your trip. Thank you Lisa and Mike for a beautiful stay. ##### Dina B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanja R., Kämpfelbach Oct 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pura Vida! Wir hatten einen sehr, sehr schönen Aufenthalt bei Maik und seiner goldigen Frau Luisa. Wirklich zwei supernette Menschen, die egal bei welchem Problem(z.B.: Sprachprobleme, oder Orientierungslosigkeit :-)Heieiei :-))mit Rat und Tat einem zur Seite stehen. Wir hätten uns keine besseren Vermieter vorstellen können.5 Sterne sind eigentlich zu wenig. Von unserer Seite bedingungslos zu empfehlen. Topp!!! ##### Tanja R. Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Christina S. Oct 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Es war ganz ok. Es war ganz ok. ##### Christina S. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James M. May 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home! Could not have been better.I could make this home! ##### James M. Stayed 10 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### José Andrés R., San José, Costa Rica Apr 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All we were looking for and more We wanted to get away from our daily, city-like routines, and have some peace and quite while enjoying ourselves in a marine setting. We got it! The facilities were beyond our expectations in all aspects. The greenery around us, the swimming pool, the deck by the water, the fully-equipped house, the cleanliness, the privacy and safety within the property... everything was perfect. And above all, our hosts! Welcoming, friendly, respectful, helpful, interesting... always willing and ready to make our stay perfectly pleasant. Thank you very much! ##### José Andrés R. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Liz L. Apr 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quaint spot in true Tico town We very much enjoyed our stay at Casa Lilu. Mike and Luisa are so helpful and kind. The house and grounds are unique and so inviting. Sitting areas except for dining table are outside, but outdoor patio is covered and has a TV. Felt a bit unsure as we drove down the road to the house, but we felt very safe and liked spending time in a less touristy area. We could do many excursions in the morning and then enjoyed spending the late afternoons relaxing at the house. Mike runs a boat tour business that goes to the Tortuga Island so if you are there on the weekend you might be able to book with him to make that visit too! ##### Liz L. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig D. Apr 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Puntarenas Estuary views My husband and I enjoyed this truly hidden gem. The home was very clean and large with air conditioning in bedroom and a very well supplied kitchen. Our favorite pastime was sitting on the patio with front row views of estuary and canal and watching the many birds including pelicans, frigate birds, egrets, ibises and others. Many small boats passed by throughout the day. A lovely pool, nice gardens and great hosts made our stay special. The owners also have a boat and we enjoyed an affordable day trip to Tortuga Island. We also drove to nearby peninsula for casual eating and walking around with many locals doing the same. ##### Craig D. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gloria G. Mar 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay for our first trip to Costa Rica! Mike and Luisa were probably the best hosts we have had through airbnd and vrbo. And we have had quite a few vacations in Canada, Europe and Scandinavia. They were very welcoming and helpful. I believe we have made some friends and if we are ever back in CR, we will stay here! And the pool was a great asset! Thank you Mike and Luisa! ##### Gloria G. Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wade M. Feb 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Your own oasis in a typical Tico neighborhood. My daughter and I had the pleasure of staying on this beautiful property. Our stay was at the end of January and we got to enjoy the beautiful river views, nice-sized pool, and comfy living space. Mike and Luisa were wonderful hosts! The location was close to the ferry, which took us to the other side of the bay. We spent the days lounging in the sun or exploring the city and its attractions. Mike had great recommendations on where to go and what to see. Staying here allows you to see what it really feels like to live in a typical Costa Rican neighborhood. We would highly recommend this listing! ##### Wade M. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mallory S., Elwood, IA, USA Jan 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly Recommended! This was an ideal place to spend four weeks experiencing neighborhood life in Costa Rica. There are small shops within walking distance for most of what we needed and door-to-door vendors for produce and eggs. The bus stop is just outside the gate providing convenient access to Puntarenas which is an interesting place to explore. We enjoyed our time on the deck watching birds and wildlife, boats and fishermen, and the changing tides. It was a convenient base for day trips including San Ramon, Natuwa and Tivives Beach. Mike and Luisa are tremendous hosts - friendly, kind and helpful. The description and photos had us knowing exactly what to expect. We also really enjoyed meeting the campers that stay in the parking area, that was bonus. ##### Mallory S. Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn B. Nov 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### BEST 16 days of my life!!! Mike and Luisa are friends for life! Like I said when I said "Hasta luego" you can't get rid of me this easy - I WILL be back! I just cannot impress upon you enough the hospitality and joy Mike and Luisa brought to my first Costa Rica adventure. I learned so much about Puntarenas and neighboring areas during dinner and/or drinks on that fabulous deck. Luisa took me everywhere I needed to go when I was at the house and introduced to people who gave me the VIP treatment on boat tour w/o paying the VIP prices :) She even took me on a bike ride and we a rode in a "cup" across the river! LOL had to be there...... When I was traveling all the many places I went they were well w/in a 2 to 3.5 hour drive. This is the ONLY place to stay if you want to keep a home base while traveling all other areas in this beautiful and inviting country. That was one of the best parts was coming "home" after a 3 to 4 day trip. They were always there to open the gate and welcome me HOME! Love you guys! ##### Carolyn B. Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana R. Mar 3, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A private resort devoted to relaxation! When driving to Casa Lilu, you get an appreciation for the Tica experience mentioned in the description. Then the gate is opened and you are in your private resort at the confluence of the two rivers and the ever changing tide convinces you to sit back and watch the world go by. The house is very well stocked, particularly the kitchen, the rooms are comfortable, the A/C works well (for the 20 or so minutes we had it on because the weather was perfect !), the internet is strong and consistent, the pool is crystal clear, and the grounds are well maintained by the on-site manager. Security is important for us and Casa Lilu is a tranquil spot in the midst of an authentic/genuine working Tico town. Our week was wonderful and although it was hard to leave our oasis, we were able to visit many coastal area towns and beaches nearby, always certain to be back by sundown to relax on the deck, check on the tides, and enjoy the marvelous sunsets! ##### Dana R. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Disliked: Location #### Love the place Very clean ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald (Jerry) P., Miltona, MN Feb 21, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Lilu Our month stay at Casa Lilu was everything we expected and more. First and foremost, Mike and Louisa are genuine, caring and quite helpful with local as well as country information. We explored the Tico neighborhood that is just on the other side of the gorgeous morning glory hedge, shopped in the local stores and made frequent visits to buy freshly baked bread just down the street. Being away from the common resort type establishments was refreshing and allowed us to experience and immerse ourselves in the rhythm of everyday life in Costa Rica. Casa Lilu is in itself an oasis with a lovely and well cared for pool, a deck where we spent much time relaxing, having our meals and watching the local fishermen pass by on their way to the ocean to fish with many stopping in the canal or estuary to cast nets or to throw hand-lines into the water. The lot is spacious and well maintained. Jonathon, the on-site overseer, is expert at his work and was always prepared to assist us with our needs. He was very discreet, gracious and kind. The house suited our needs well with two bedrooms and each with its own bathroom, a large common area and a well-stocked kitchen that facilitated our cooking needs. We even learned how to make Gallo Pinto (a popular Costa Rican dish) and enjoyed that meal several times during our stay. Casa Lilu was a great location for us as from here we were able to drive to many other areas of interest. Quite a few were day trips and we did choose to do two “over-nighters” one being in the Arenal area and the other was a sojourn to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica all the while leaving most of our “stuff” safe and secure at Casa Lilu with Jonathon. To give one an idea of the areas that can be visited on a day trip our trips included Monteverde, Montezuma (on the Nicoya Peninsula), La Fortuna, Manual Antonio, Jaco, Uvita, Atenas/San Jose and the Poas volcano area. We made quite a few trips into Puntarenas proper as there are markets there, several good restaurants, the ferry and of course just people watching. We enjoyed exploring several different areas in Puntarenas and walking through the vendors’ stands near the pier where cruise ships dock. Thank you, Mike, Louisa and Jonathon, for being such lovely hosts and making us feel so welcomed. Through our stay you have become friends that we shall forever cherish and yes, if and when we return to Costa Rica, we would enjoy revisiting Casa Lilu. ##### Gerald (Jerry) P. Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liris S. Jan 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### enjoyed our vacation here This is a nice private location, clean with all the amenities. It is located in a very non-tourist location, small little town. The place is well maintained with great responsiveness to all questions. ##### Liris S. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen B., Lemon Grove, CA Dec 31, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our First trip to Costa Rica😎🌴 The manager Mike and on site grounds keeper Johnathan, were very kind and full of great information on the area. things to do, see and experience. The photos on the website are spot on and the boat and kayaks were a blast. We hope to make it back some day soon to see our new found friends😎🤙🏽🌴❣️ ##### Stephen B. 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