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

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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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2024
Dear Lauren, Casa Luz is almost a wildlife sanctuary :) We are BEYOND happy to hear you enjoyed all the amazing wildlife around the house. Doors will always be open for you guys!! Thank you for staying with us.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2024
Fantastic guest! Easy communication, respectful of the property, and left everything in great condition. Would welcome them back anytime

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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 9, 2024
Thank you Michael. We truly enjoyed hosting you and your family.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2024
Thank you Jerry, it was a pleasure hosting you and your family! Thank you for choosing our property for your stay."

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
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 19, 2024
Thank you Julie, we are so happy to hear you experience the real Wildlife in Costa Rica. I'm very sorry t hear that two unwelcome insects came in the house but glad to hear it was a minor thing.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 7, 2024
Thank Nicole, it was a real pleasure having you at our house! We hope to see you again in the near future

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
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 26, 2024
Thank you Ron, we truly enjoyed hosting you and your beautiful Family.

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
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 26, 2024
Dear Graham, we truly enjoyed hosting you and your family. Mefi is a GREAt asset to our team and we are VERY happy to hear that you guys enjoyed staying with us.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Service in a Beautiful Place
The place was excellent. Mefi, the concierge was a lifesaver. He helped me coordinate where to eat, massages, what beaches to go to, other questions I had. It was like having a friend of years point me in the right direction everytime. That service alone would make me stay here again. That being said, the place was beautiful. There was no shortage of monkeys, birds, iguanas, and the trees were really beautiful. The beds were probably the most comfortable beds we stayed in our whole trip. The kitchen was simple, but well stocked, and we were able to cook several delicious meals. I would stay here again in a heartbeat, the place was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 22, 2024
Amazing guest, we truly enjoyed hosting you guys. Please come back and visit

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Vacation
Fabulous! Great location! We saw 3 different kinds of monkeys, Macaws, toucans, sloths, and many types of birds right from the porch! Food everywhere was amazing and convenient! This was our first vacation to CR, and we will be back! Staff and Mefi were extremely helpful and made the trip stress free! Gracias!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 25, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're delighted to know that the accommodations met your expectations. We strive to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for our guests, and it's rewarding to hear that we made your stay enjoyable. I really appreciate your positive feedback. If your travels bring you back to Manuel Antonio, we would love to host you again. Safe travels, and thank you for choosing to stay with us!

8/10 Good

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a great property, in needs of some updates
First the great things - Mefi (the property manager) was wonderful; the house is large with lots of room, and plenty of wildlife - macaws, agouti, monkeys. Truly in the jungle. However, the property needs a little tlc. A couple examples include: a number of outlets not working, a few windows had cracks allowing bugs in, worn out pans and pots, and the deck is beginning to show its age. To be clear, this is still a great property, but it’s always good to have a full picture before booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 17, 2023
Thank you Ben, we are taking immediate action to improve our villa. We truly appreciate you taking the time to review Casa Luz and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss!
The house is perfectly named- it is full of light with huge windows and glass doors. All sorts of wildlife come close.We felt immersed in natural beauty. Stayed 8 days and loved all of the places we visited.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 28, 2023
Dear Leslie, We had such a great time hosting you guys. Hope you guys made back home safe

10/10 Excellent

Karina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Beautiful home with fantastic staff. Do yourself a favor and book the chef!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2023
Thank you Karina, it was a pleasure hosting you guys. We hope to see you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Carly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our families new favorite home in Costa Rica!
Where do I even begin... WILDLIFE WILDLIFE WILDLIFE! If you want to see the tropical animals of Costa Rica do not wait another moment, BOOK THIS HOUSE!! This home is spacious and stunning, comes equipped with EVERYTHING and the staff is top notch. The location is removed just enough to feel secluded but close to everything from grocery, beach, outdoor and water activities and more. On the days we didn't have activities planned we stayed in and built zigsaw puzzles (in the game cabinet) while we watched the toucans and squirrel monkeys come and go through the panoramic views off the back side of the house. One day 30 or so squirrel monkeys came and ate bananas right out of our hands and then pranced and played with each other all over the balcony. The kitchen is phenomenal, we made wonderful family meals that we enjoyed at the oversized dining table. My children thoroughly enjoyed the downstairs (sleepover room as they called it) where they could all hang out away from the adults and the pool was right out of their sliding door! Mefi was very professional and eager to help with anything we needed. The housekeeper was such a kind woman, and even washed and folded all of our laundry. She helped us spot a baby sloth in the tree that we were told was there but couldn't find ourselves. As an avid Costa Rica goer I must say this was one of my favorite places I've ever stayed in the whole country, and I have stayed a lot of places there! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Lindi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. We saw a sloth and scarlet macaws. The location was good for all our activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 19, 2023
Thank you Lindi, we truly enjoyed hosting you and your family. Have a great day!

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G., Portland, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house and location!
Our family (mom, dad, 15 yo, 12 yo) had such an incredible time in Costa Rica. We all agreed it was our favorite vacation ever. This house was amazing. Incredible location, extremely comfortable, amazing wildlife, everything we could have hoped for and more. We had more than enough space (easily another family could have joined us) and only wish we could have stayed for another week. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2023
Thank you Michelle, we will definitely miss you guys and we hope you come back in the near future. All monkey tribes say hi :)

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and place!
I would highly recommend and hope to return! Our two families of four had a great time! Plenty of space and all the things you need inside and out. The pool and deck were lovely and enjoyed all of the visiting wildlife surrounding the property. The home is in a great, central location, making it easy to get to all the places we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 13, 2023
Thank you Heather, it was such a pleasure hosting you and your family. Please come back and visit :)

10/10 Excellent

Lorne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such an amazing experience
We were looking for something that would give us an opportunity to see some Costa Rica wildlife and this home did not disappoint. Daily we saw Howler monkeys, Capuchin monkeys, and we were entertained by about 20 Squirrel monkeys who played and wrestled by our feet on the deck for about 20 minutes—as well as Toucans scarlet Mccaws and more. Place was very clean. not bugs inside and our consereirge was excellent. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terra k., TUCSON

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies trip 2023
With little notice 5 of is decided to go to Costa Rica. 2 were already there in other towns and 3 of us flew from the US. I had been before so knew i wanted a jungle experience. This BEAUTIFUL casa was exactly what we were looking for.. it has it all. And the floor plan is very thoughtful. Mefi, our concierge set us up with a chef and we couldnt not have enjoyed this more. What a great way to spend an evening. He also set us up with night paddleboarding, also an experience of a lifetim House is off the beaten path, before all the chaotic traffic. Great little store and restaraunt within 2 blocks. Loads more down the road. I appreciated the views and peacefullness. We had a troop of at least 50 momma and baby monkeys come through. Wish we would have booked to stay a little longer. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 25, 2023
Thank you Terra. It was such a pleasure hosting you!

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time at the Monkey House
We loved Casa Luz! Everything was above expectation. The property was wonderful. Clean, spacious and functional. Mefi did an amazing job in helping us plan our day trips, and even arranged a pickup of one of our group from San Jose who were delay by a snow storm. Also, Chef Jeinor cooked us wonderful dinners each night. We would definitely recommend Casa Luz for your visit to Manuel Antonio.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 15, 2023
It was a real pleasure hosting you guys. We hope to see you again in the near future

10/10 Excellent

Trudy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
We loved our stay at Casa Luz! It was the last stop on a two week trip and it couldn't have been better! Walking into the house made us feel special. The entire back of the house is all windows overlooking the rainforest! Just beautiful! The house is convenient to everything and we enjoyed returning every day for cocktails and relaxation! Plenty of wonderful outdoor seating! Pool was beautiful, perfect size and so refreshing! We saw plenty of birds and lots of wildlife. The white face and squirrel monkeys performed for us on a daily basis! They climbed the rails and played right by our feet. The monkeys had tons of personality and superior leaping abilities which kept us entertained. We loved it! The house is not far from Manuel Antonio National Park, the beaches, grocery stores and many restaurants. Follow the restaurant recommendations in the book provided by Mefi and you won't go wrong! We really enjoyed Emilio's Cafe which has spectacular ocean views! For my sister's birthday, we had Chef José cook dinner for us! What a wonderful experience! Chef José is a talented chef who uses the freshest, best quality ingredients! He was very patient with us when we asked tons of questions, not only about cooking but about Costa Rica as well. He was a delight! The special dinner will be one we will never forget! Be sure to book him for a wonderful experience! We hope to return to Costa Rica - the people are so special and the country beautiful! Definitely we'd book Casa Luz again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 29, 2023
Thank you Trudy sit was a pleasure hosting you

10/10 Excellent

Chris L., Guelph, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Great private property, with lots of natural features around the house to give the feeling right in the jungle. We were fortunate to see Toucans, Macaws, White Faced and Squire Monkeys.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 24, 2023
Thank you Chris! It was a pleasure hosting you and your family!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Holiday Vacation
Wonderful time in Manuel Antonio. The house is well located, in walking distance to cute shops and restaurants in the area. Bus stops just up the street for rides to/fr the beach, and easy taxi pick-up/drop off too. Ownership provides a great book of phone numbers, tour recommendations, restaurants, etc. The house concierge, Mefi, was super communicative with us from the start of the booking process to our very last day. Made some great recommendations on tours, set us up with all our reservations, etc. Overall a great house. Made fast friends with the neighbours cat that visited us regularly, and the teams of wildlife that came through the property on a daily basis (monkeys, macaws, lizards, even saw a deer chilling in the jungle). Great time. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 6, 2023
Thank you very much. It was such a pleasure hosting you guys.!!

8/10 Good

Morris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
WONDERFUL PROPERTY. TONS OF WILDLIFE OUT THE BACK DOOR. DEFINITELY RECCOMEND.
Easy, breezy.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 18, 2022
Thank you Morris , it was a pleasure hosting you guys.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love, Love, Love!!!
The house was perfect for a 50th Birthday Girls Trip! We got to be "adventure goddesses" - rafting, ziplining, waterfall hunting, National Park touring, and ocean swimming but then got to come home to this luxurious house for cocktails and relaxation. You really do have a rainforest in the backyard where you can hang out with howler monkeys, squirrel monkeys, white faced monkeys, beautiful birds and a sloth and her baby! The house is walking distance to amazing restaurants with breathtaking views of the ocean. I can't say enough about the concierge Mefi who helped coordinate all our actives. We planned/booked everything ahead of time, even our envelopes of money for each tour/tip, so we simply enjoyed our time with no planning and no decision making while we were there. Everyone was SO nice, from Mefi to our housekeeper Evelyn to our tour guides. Their enthusiasm was contagious. This trip was amazing and I'd choose Casa Luz all over again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 25, 2022
Thank you very much for taking the time and review our property. Mefi said only GREAT things about you guys. We hope to see you a again soon. Happy holidays.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
Great location, clean place, and cool house. It was close to everything and we saw a lot of monkeys.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 25, 2022
Thank you Andrea, it was a pleasure hosting you!

10/10 Excellent

Mike Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Forest Adventure
This rental is aptly advertised as "Monkey Village" in that most days you will see 20 of them jumping through the jungle making 25 foot + leaps that they land every time. The proximity of Casa Luz to all the action is perfect (grocery store, beaches, tours etc.). The staff is wonderful and pays attention to every detail including the private chef (Jeinor) . It will be a family vacation we will never forget!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2022
Thank You Mike, it was great having you at the house. We hope to see you again in the future! Pura Vida

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing View
We had an amazing time at Casa Luz. Everything from Mefi booking tours for us and giving us suggestions on where to eat. We especially loved having our Private Chef. He cooked some amazing meals for us. The kids loved the pool. Not to mention we saw monkies and mcaw parrots. The check in and check out process was seamless. We cant wait to come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2022
Thank you Daniel , it was great having you at our villa

2/10 Terrible

Terry B., Odessa USA

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Very nice , stay was way to short, wish we could have a stayed longer
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2022
Thank you Terry , come visit us again in the future

10/10 Excellent

Dave H., Saxton River, VT

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Luz
This house is amazing. We were greeted on our first day by three different types of monkeys, a sloth, macaws, and toucans right on the back porch. There was a daily "monkey show" after that day. Manuel Antonio is a gorgeous area with plenty to do and many great restaurants within walking distance of the house. El Lagarto is a must. The store.right around the corner is very convenient as well. The concierge, Mefi, was always available and was extremely helpful arranging outings. The house is so comfortable and has everything one needs. This was by far our best family vacation. I highly recommend Casa Luz.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2022
David, thank you very much for choosing CR VACATION PROPERTIES and staying at our beautiful Casa Luz. Mefi spoke very highly about you guys! We hope to see you again in the future . Pura vida. Pablo A

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa D., Boise, ID

Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped and maintained home in a beautiful spot
Our family of 5 (3 kids under 10) and another family of 5 (also under the age of 10) stayed here for 10 days and it was perfect! The house has EVERYTHING you could need and was restocked (including paper towels, trash bags, seasonings, etc) and the house keeper was great and took such great care of us and the house. Also, king beds all around and plenty of space in each room. The location can be walking distance to a few spots but there is also a bodega style market 2 doors down. We enjoyed daily coffee and wine on the deck, and watched a few types of monkeys in the trees! The house has Mefi, a concierge, who checked in a few times with us and helped coordinate. Quepos is a safe and easy place so you could absolutely coordinate on your own but it was one less thing. For such a long trip, this house held all of us so well and made the trip much more delightful. I am a fairly picky renter with high expectations and this one exceeded all of my expectations.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 12, 2022
AnnaLisa, it was such a pleasure hosting you and your family. Please keep us in mind for future travel and visits to Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Bryana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monkey love
This was an amazing home perfect for my entire family . Mefi the concierge was very helpful, knowledgeable and available to assist us at all times which made the trip run very smooth. The only thing that I’d point out of you have kids Under 2 like me the stairs are steep and I thought there was only an upstairs staircase based on the pictures but there is also a downstairs staircase which we had to put chairs in front of to block of for my 1 year old . Other then that we canceled our Manuel Antonio park tour because at casa Luz the monkeys came to us we saw them up close and personal daily which was amazing and my daughters really enjoyed it . We would definitely book this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2022
Hola Bryana, Thank you very much for taking the time and reviewed Casa Luz. It’s like having your own National Park in the back yard :) we are very happy to hear That you and your family had a wonderful time here in paradise. We hope to see you again soon.

10/10 Excellent

ellen p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
The house was beautiful. We loved sitting on the balcony and watching the birds and monkeys. They were incredible! There were macaws and toucans and mot mots and monkeys and more every day. Our concierge, Mefi, was great. He was very helpful. We enjoyed this property very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures don't do it justice!
The photos and description of this house just don't do it justice! The house is absolutely stunning and we felt relaxed and at ease immediately. Good air conditioning throughout, authentic decor, THE comfiest beds, excellent concierge service in Mefi, and the view is just incredible! We saw scarlet macaws, 2 different types of monkeys (that were running across the balcony!), toucans and so much more wildlife Chef Mario cooked for us on 2 mornings and we only wish we could have had him in every day!!! Such a nice guy, who put on the most incredible spread for us and the food was just amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2022
Thank you Alexandra, it was such a joy hosting you and your family!

10/10 Excellent

jenn t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with so much wildlife and great concierge
This home is so beautiful and clean with everything you need. We saw so much wildlife on our deck and in our backyard that it was fun everyday to listen and watch. Mefi is fantastic and helped us plan excursions, had our groceries in the home and even helped us order a pizza the first night. We had a fabulous vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 17, 2022
Thank you Jacob! It was great to meet you and your family!

10/10 Excellent

Veronica p., columbus, usa

Loved Manuel Antonio!
The house and staff were great and the wildlife was abundant! It was perfect for our family and the house was large enough we didn’t even need all the beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2022
Thank you Veronica! It was such a pleasure hosting you and your family!

10/10 Excellent

gabrielle w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation ever
I cannot say enough about this experience! From the concierge, to the beautiful home with everything one could need, to the private chef, monkeys, toucans, macaws… the list is endless! Perfect stay for all!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 5, 2022
Gabriellle it was such a pleasure hosting you guys. Please visit us again !! Pura vida.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We can't say enough about our time in Costa Rica at Casa Luz. We saw more monkeys than we could count. Toucans and other beautiful birds as well. There's a market a very short walk away for groceries and a restaurant too. Mefi and the staff were extremely helpful. The tours we went on were amazing. The all day waterfall and secluded beach tour was our favorite! What a wonderful experience!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 28, 2022
Thank you very much for staying with us. It was a great pleasure hosting you and your family.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking!
This home is beautiful. We loved the tropical jungle feel and the parade of monkeys most of the days we were there. We got to see Macaws, Tucans, three monkey species, a sloth, capybaras and on the last night, a decent sized scorpion...all at the house. We also enjoyed a couple excursions that were so very fun! I would recommend the 10-in-1 adventure that included zip lining, repelling, hiking, swimming and a nice lunch. The guides were fun and informative. They take great pictures for an additional fee. The Catamaran at sunset was a blast and we were amazed that the water was so warm while snorkeling. The only thing that was unexpected for us was the frequency of requests for tips. This is something we would recommend including in your budget for this area...both at the excursions and at this property for the concierge and house keeper. Taxis are readily available and there are a lot of great dining options.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica E.

Liked: Cleanliness
manuel antonio
It was a great place to stay where you saw plenty on monkeys.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 20, 2022
Thank you Monica for taking the time and review our property. We are glad that our neighbors "The monkeys" stopped by and say hello to you and the family. Please keep CR Vacation Properties in mind for future visits to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Serb J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle hideaway close to the beach
Our kids loved this property. They clearly thought of all the details as we literally were supplied with what we needed. Concierge was a great touch, Mefi was responsive, and always available . We saw a sloth on day one and plenty of monkeys. Short walk or drive to the restos. Plenty of food options or a great grill on the patio of your dining in. Will absolutely stay here again next chance we get.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 20, 2022
Thank you Serb. It makes us really happy to know that you and your kids enjoy your stay. Please keep CR Vacation Properties in mind for future visits to Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible house
Beautiful home with everything, including monkeys on the deck every morning! Glamorous home with a market across the street, plenty of room, and a wonderful concierge who helps with everything! Would stay here again in a minute!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 13, 2022
Thank you Julie for taking the time and review our property. It was such a pleasure hosting you and your family! Pura vida

10/10 Excellent

Noah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and team!!
House was immaculate, comfortable and well equipped. Staff was prompt and very helpful. Chef Jeinor was outstanding both nights and definitely order the Sashimi. Mefi helped us with everything else and we got to see plenty of Monkeys as promised.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature lover's paradise
We had an absolutely fantastic stay at Casa Luz! From the very beginning, our concierge Mefi helped make sure we had a comfortable stay. He arranged transportation to and from the airport, brought in groceries so we had food already available in the house, scheduled our excursions, called cabs for us, and even arranged our covid tests for our travels home. So thankful for his help! The property itself is clean and the location is amazing. We had the pleasure of watching howler monkeys, capuchins, and squirrel monkeys from the deck, not to mention iguanas, hummingbirds, toucans, and macaws. We also took advantage of hiring a private chef during our stay. Chef Jeinor did not disappoint! He prepared us the best meal we had our entire trip. Even my picky 7yo gave him rave reviews. All in all, we were thrilled with Costa Rica and Casa Luz. Highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 8, 2021
Thank you very much for taking the time and review our Villa. We are delighted to hear that you guys enjoy your stay!!! Mefi sends warmth greetings to the whole family.

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything and a lot more
This place was great. The location was perfect; right in the middle of it all but with some solitude. Its well stocked, well take care of and all the amenities needed to have a worry free experience. The neighborhood market was key and we had access to everything we needed just 100 ft down the road. Dont overthink this one, and just book it! Oh....I cant forget the monkeys and the GIANT tree in the back which was worth every penny. Hours of entertainment right there alone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Experience
I enjoyed will see you again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 13, 2021
Thank you for Choosing CR Vacation Properties. It was truly an honor hosting your family!

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We had a great 5-day vacation at Casa Luz with my family of 5 (kids 16, 12, 12). The house is amazing, and nothing better than drinking my coffee every morning on the deck watching the numerous monkeys frolic in the trees. Mefi was excellent helping book activities/restaurants, and the covid tests needed. 5 stars all-around.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021