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Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more

Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more

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Overview of Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Puntaranes, Puntarenas Province
  • Popular LocationPlayitas Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationManuel Antonio Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationBiesanz Beach11 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, sleeps 9
3500 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    2 king beds
    1 twin/single bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Shower
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

About this property

Entire place

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

Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more

Located in a Monkey Corridor and new to the Vacation Rental Market, there is no need to venture outside of your Luxury Setting to encounter Beautiful Nature & Unbelievable Wildlife.

If you are looking for a tropical retreat full of exotic wildlife but still want to remain in the comfort and modernity of a luxury villa rental, then come and see this luxury villa located just moments from Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica. You will find many species of birds such as toucans, parrots, falcons, scarlet macaws, butterflies, most likely all 3 species of monkeys in the area, and maybe even 2-toed or 3-toed sloths, a plethora of reptiles, and so much more right in your very own backyard, the jungle! The views from here are extraordinary, as you peer into the lush jungle. You can even see the beautiful mountain range in the distance adding interest to the already intriguing rain forest view.

With enormous windows on all 3 floors of this luxury villa, there is a never ending view of exotic plant life and wildlife to appreciate. From the balcony you and your vacation crew are bound to sight a wide variety of animals, maybe even more than in the national park! The swimming pool is the perfect spot to get some sun, read in the shade with a beverage and gather for fun during the day time and the night time. Pool loungers abound, so you can really relax, enjoying your vacation to its fullest potential.

Within the villa, you will find elements of luxury including fine hardwoods and modern amenities. The open floor plan will accommodate the space needed for you and your guests. Events are encouraged, plus children and the elderly will be comfortable here as well. Luxury abounds within your villa offering comfortable couches, incredible tropical views through gigantic windows on every level, AC and fans, cable/satellite TV, stereo, CD player, DVD player, and even a video library, book library for children and adults, wireless internet (Wi-Fi), telephone, and a fax in case work calls while you are away in paradise.

At the dining table, you can gather for a delicious feast made from fresh ingredients found at the local market. Amenities in the full kitchen include a blender, coffee maker, dishwasher, oven, stove, toaster, microwave, ice maker, refrigerator, freezer, cooking utensils, dishes, pantry items, and bottled water. We will make your stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible!

A convenient bath lies off of the kitchen and living area, so does the garage and additional parking; a security system, activities/restaurant guide, maps, and concierge are all included in this villa rental. Take a walk to visit the close by shopping, bars and restaurants, coffee shops, and much more for the vacation of a lifetime in beautiful Costa Rica.

Located only a few minutes, a short drive or ride from the incredible beaches, wildlife, and biodiversity of Manuel Antonio National Park, you are perfectly located here to take full advantage of your vacation in tropical paradise. Nearby you will always find extreme views of the Pacific that this area uniquely offers.

Sleeping up to 9 guests on 3 separate floors with 2 master bedrooms that feature king size beds, en-suite bathrooms, and spectacular views while the third bedroom has 2 king beds and one Full bed - great for a family or group of friends. The views from all 3 bedrooms are incredible as you stare out onto the tree canopy below with an abundant amount of wildlife. All rooms are equipped with AC and ceiling fans for ultimate climate control.

Features:
- 3 bedrooms, 2 masters with King beds, 1 large bedroom with two King Beds and a full.
- Fully equipped gourmet kitchen.
- Private swimming pool.
- Three types of monkeys visit the property regularly, as well as sloths, a large variety of birds, lizards, butterflies & other unusual creatures.
- Phone, high-speed internet, WiFi.
- Satellite TV & DVD.
- Fine linens & towels & full kitchenware.
- Suitable for children.
- A/C & ceiling fans.

Services:
- Daily maid services (except Sunday and Holidays).
- Concierge Manager and Vacation Coordinator - basically, your personal assistant that will help plan your exciting vacation
- Optional Private Chef
- Babysitting if required



Property manager

Kelly Owens

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Inquire about event fees
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 first aid kit 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Manuel Antonio

Located in Quepos, this villa is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive
  • Playa La Macha - 8 min drive
  • Playitas Beach - 9 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 11 min drive
  • Biesanz Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Avión Restaurant - 4 min drive
  • El Patio de Café Milagro - 16 min walk
  • Emilio's Cafe - 17 min walk
  • Falafel Bar - 12 min walk
  • Ronny's Place - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Pará Beach and Cascada El Salto are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 83 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would love to stay here again!
This house was perfect for our family. The goal was to see wildlife and we saw tons! It was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
When you drive down the road to get to the house you will be surprised there is such a beautiful house that is behind the gate. The house is big and had plenty or room for the 8 of us. We did get to see monkeys jumping in the trees one morning. The balcony off the kitchen was perfect to sit on in the morning and just take in the sounds and beautiful surroundings. It was close to the beaches and there is small grocery store very close that we walked to frequently. They have a concierge and main service. Our concierge was able to help us set up a tour at the national park and gave us some helpful tips for the beach. We didn’t spend much time in the pool but it’s nice to have if you don’t plan to spend all your days at the beach like we did. We enjoyed our time in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding house
We had a wonderful time at Casa Luz in mid-April, 2023. We stayed six nights with our three grown children and one friend (all aged 25-32). The house is beautiful and clean, with room for everyone both outside and inside, and it had great A/C. We made dinner a couple of nights at the house and also had two dinners with Chef César - which were terrific but not necessarily a bargain. We didn't see any monkeys for the first three days and then saw many, especially squirrel monkeys. We also saw a sloth, toucans, macaws and some ground-dwelling rodent-like animals - all from the house decks. We heard many howler monkeys but didn't see them. As others have said, a store just 100 yards or so away + a very cute restaurant (only had breakfast there) next door. We went on three excursions - Off the Beaten Track, kayaking in an estuary, and ATV'ing - all terrific. Went snorkeling with a company we found online. We spent an afternoon at Playa Esparilla (sp?), with beautiful water and beach. We didn't rent a car but used a van recommended by the concierge Mefi and then a cab which could fit all of us and made arrangements with the driver for other trips. Mefi is super-helpful for whatever you'd like help with - excursions, restaurants, van arrangements for San Jose to the house. Overall, a fantastic, memorable house and trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and great service
House was exactly as good as it shows in the pictures. Jungle behind the property is even better. Lots of wildlife visiting every day. Take advantage of Mefi, he did a great job with the concierge service. Chef Jeinor cooking a few nights was a highlight. And Gaby kept the property spic and span. Well done!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monkeys, Toucans, Macaws, and a Sloth
A magnificent first visit to Manuel Antonio! Casa Luz is even nicer than advertised. It is quiet, peaceful, and luxurious. The villa is equipped with everything and clean and comfortable. The maid service is outstanding. Laundry washed, folded, and returned to your room every other day?! Next time we will bring half of the clothing. The 2 meals from the private chefs were better than most restaurants we visited. If you like wildlife, this is the place for you. We saw more at the property than during our visit to the national park (even a sloth one day). Mefi the concierge was extremely helpful arranging excursions and rides and is very responsive at all times of the day. My family had the most amazing time and we will be back. Pura vida!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to see wildlife
The house was spacious and in a nice community. It is conveniently located. Almost every day we saw white face monkeys. We saw squirrel monkeys about 4 days out of 8, and scarlet macaws a handful of times. We heard howler monkeys a few times and finally saw one in the distance on our last day. Lots of beautiful birds too, including a lessons motmot. The cleaning lady was there every two days which was a bit too much for us as we hung out at the house every other day. This is Costa Rica so to be expected I guess, since the house is not sealed like ours in North America, but the two cockroaches we saw were unwelcomed visitors! That’s the only negative thing I have to say.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole n.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful property
The property was beautiful - it really captured the tree-house experience, and was exactly as advertised. The property concierge was incredibly responsive and helpful. We would all highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron C., Fort collins

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Luz visit
Very nice property, good wildlife viewing and quiet location. 5 minute walk to main road with taxi/bus service. Market is a 3 minute walk.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F., Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Luz
We were a group of 3 couples and stayed 12 nights. If seeing the wildlife close up is what you are after then this was a great house. The main deck is located about 25 feet above ground so we got great views if the whiteface, squirrel and howler monkeys, sloth (with baby!), macaws, toucans most days! The beds were very comfortable and the air conditioning worked well in the humid 30+C weather which was always sunny! There was a small shop about 50 m from the house that had most basic requirements including beer and wine! The internet connection was excellent. We either took taxis (US$10-15/trip) to the beach or restaurants in Manuel Antonio and Quepos or the local bus (US$1/person. Walking at night not recommended as there are no footpaths and roads not in best shape. Cookware was fine although the oven is in a ridiculously high location. A few minor issues were the pool is more of a plunge pool than a swimming pool and needed the bottom cleaned out. Also, there were just 2 lounge chairs available for sunbathing. There were not a lot of wine glasses but lots of dishes, plates, cutlery etc. The house itself is a little dated and the pool and deck could do with a little TLC but overall these are minor complaints and this was a great place to relax and see the wildlife. The housekeeper Evelyn was very friendly and did a excellent good job and Mefi our concierge was available if needed. He arranged for 2 chef prepared dinners at the house and they were excellent.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Huge place. Clean and tidy. Well presented. The morning after we arrived we saw a sloth, toucans and monkeys in the garden. The concierge, Mefi, was exceptionally helpful. He organised transport from San Jose airport to the property . Also transport within Manuel Antonio and transport up to our next destination along with excursion bookings and an excellent private chef. He also managed to arrange very quickly to have a suitcase that got left behind to be transported 75 miles to us. All in all a superb start to our holiday in Costa Rica.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

General property information

Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Location
Puntaranes
Structure Type
Villa