Location: Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio Area, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (Manuel Antonio is Located 3 Hours Drive from San Jose) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 3-5)
Keywords: House
Brooks Hacienda is located on the doorstep of Manuel Antonio National Park, one of Costa Rica's most prized national parks and the only park that has beach access. It is common to be visited by 3 types of monkeys daily. That is your view. You can listen to the waves pounding the beach. The ocean is about a 10 minute drive to one of the most pristine beaches in the world.
There are many covered decks overlook the swimming pool which is a main feature of this property. From this area one can enjoy the reflection in the skies of the beautiful Costa Rican sunsets and view wildlife in the trees of the tropical rain forest.
The top part of the house is your space.(the owners live below in a private suite from Nov to April) The home was built in Nov 2008, so everything is still like new. The 2 bedrooms are a very good size and each one has its own private full bath. Each bedroom has a queen bed and one bedroom has a single bed by the window... which is full size single bed with 6 " high density foam... very comfortable.
The kitchen is state of the art and equipped for you to prepare dinner using the local fresh produce and meats. You can enjoy your meal in the elegant dining area inside or on the deck outside. The home is outfitted with beautifully Costa Rican made furniture.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Both the bedrooms have air conditioning. The rest of the house is open air living with decorative iron work and screens.
- Linens Provided : all linens are provided and very comfortable.
- Off Street Parking : There is a large parking area for all types of vehicles.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : There is parking for boat with trailer.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : There is one queen bed in each bedroom. Very comfortable beds.
- Twin/Single Bed : One bedroom has built in window bed with 6" high density foam.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Private Pool : The pool is a feature of this property and it is all yours. There are several jets in the pool as well as a "beach area in the pool with jets to sit back and relax and enjoy the scene of nature all around you. You can soak up many sun hours in this exquisite pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : the kitchen is state of the art... all new cedar built in cupboards and pantries, granite countertops, dishwasher, side by side fridge, electric cook top and built in oven. moon shaped granite bar to observe and visit with the chef. Equipped with all necessary dishes, pots and pans and tools to create a fine dining experience in the tropics.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Every thing is NEW!
- Refrigerator : One very large stainless steel side by size fridge with ice maker and water purifier.
- Dishwasher : dishwasher in kitchen
- Microwave : Microwave in kitchen
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : There are several catering services available. Let us know if you would like contact information.
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : The outside decks are plenty. There is a dining area set up overlooking the pool. When the evening meal is ready to enjoy, the sun has gone, but the evening is warm.
- Balcony : There are covered deck areas off the living room, dining room, one of the bedrooms and the kitchen. There is another large space beside the house were you can enjoy mid afternoon shade. This area is set up with lounges... perfect for cocktail hour.
- Lanai : Most of the deck areas are covered. It is wonderful to sit out on the deck and observe a tropical rain storm. Your bathing suit is plenty of clothing for this event. The rains are very warm.
- Gazebo : There is a gazebo area by the pool. Sit in the shade all day long, or enjoy watching the tropical rains in the outdoors and stay dry.
- View/Location
- Mountain View : The view is of Manuel Antonio National Park. You cannot see the ocean but you can hear it. Observe many animals and birds from one of the many decks and pool.
- Communications
- Telephone : There is a telephone for local calling. There is a long distance block. You can purchase a phone card for $20.00 for 200 minutes.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Brooks Hacienda has a local person who is familiar with all tours and activities in the area. When you book with us, we will send you the information so you can plan your tours in advance. We can also offer private spanish lessons from a professional teacher who will come to the house to give you lessons.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : The home was built for families with children. Children do not make messes, they make memories.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking allowed outside the house in designated areas.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Canopy tours, Coffee plantation tours, tropical garden tours, butterfly garden tours, parasailing, catamaran, boogie boarding.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan 02, 2011 to aug 31, 2011, $200 per night
sept 1, 2011, to nov 30, 2011, $175 per night
dec 1, 2011 to dec 22, 2011, $200 per night
dec 23, 2011 to jan 1, 2012, $400 per night
low weekly rate and high weekly rates below, do not include xmas or new years
Check in time 3 PM
Check out time 10 AM
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Credit Cards Accepted:
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Manuel Antonio
We chose to buy property in Manuel Antonio because it is the rainforest. The animals, wildlife, flora and fauna are alive and well. We love the vegetation and the warmth and moisture the climate offers. We also love the people of Manuel Antonio. The locals as well as the settled ex-pax.
We travelled to many different areas of Costa Rica and experienced different developed tourist areas. This area has all the availability of tourist attractions and great restaurants as more populated areas, but we get the more adventuresome crowd. It is a smaller area and so far, the community has been able to keep the chain hotels at bay. Manuel Antonio is close to the old port town of Quepos, which offers great shopping for all your grocery supplies. There is everything from fresh seafood, vegetable and fruits to organic products sold in a grocery store. This quaint town also offers good restaurants and night life. You can enjoy many cultural events if your here at the right time of year. Costa Ricans love to celebrate any event.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Brooks Hacienda offers accommodations in a quiet, private neighbourhood. There are 8 luxury homes in this area owned by Americans and Canadians. The house is about a 15 minute walk from the main road. This allows you a very relaxed and tranquil vacation. We are away from the traffic, fumes and walk in traffic. The house is new since 2008, so all the appliances, housewares, and fixtures are in 100% working order. The view from the many decks is jungle. You cannot see the ocean but you can hear it. It is just thru the park on the other side of the trees. The house is situated far enough away from the trees that you do not feel enclosed. The house borders on Manuel Antonio National Park so you see many different animals and creatures, and hear sounds that you would never hear if you were not on the border of the park. The pool at Brooks Hacienda is a vacation in itself. Always sparkling clean. It is large enough to do your laps as well as float around on one of the many air mattresses and enjoy a tanning session. The beach area with jacuzzis at your back, is a great place to sit and read a book while staying cool. Brooks Hacienda is a welcoming home and awaits your visit.
Owner's Map of Manuel Antonio
My husband, Randy and I, Kate are from British Columbia, Canada. We have a organic pear orchard in that province and have been active organic advocators since 1991. We have enjoyed visiting Costa Rica since 1994. In 2004, we decided on the location of Manuel Antonio (after many venturers around the country) and bought a lot. It took us 4 years to build Brooks Hacienda. It was a great experience, especially learning spanish and conversing with our contractor and employees. We live 6 months in Canada and 6 months in Costa Rica. We feel we have the perfect life. We love to meet people, so we built accommodations for people to come and stay at our lovely home and enjoy it and this beautiful country.
Property Photos
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- View of the awesome pool from top deck. - Manuel Antonio Vacation House with a Pool.
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- View of our refreshing pool overlooking the jungle where the monkeys live. - Manuel Antonio Vacation House with a Pool.
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- Breakfast and lunch on the Terazza? View of pool and jungle beyond. - Manuel Antonio Vacation House with a Pool.
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- Brooks Hacienda view from pool to upper and lower decks
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- Shade patio off Master Bedroom. Delightful for morning coffee/bird watching!
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- Brooks Hacienda dining room awaits your presence!
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- Brooks Hacienda dining and kitchen area. Both rooms view on to the jungle/pool.
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- Brooks Hacinda kitchen is state of the art. Granite counter/cedar cupboards/DW
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- Brooks Hacienda view from living room to kitchen. Dining to the left.
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- Brooks Hacienda is furnished with beautiful Costa Rican furniture
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- Master Bedroom has French Doors leading to a shaded lounge area overlook pool.
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- Bathroom of Master Bedroom. Toilet room private. Cedar counter, unique sink.
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- Master Bedroom with private ensuite. Private lavatory. TV and VCR. Heated closet
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- Brooks Hacienda Guest Room with private bathroom. Reading bed with jungle view
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- Bedroom #2 with own private bath. Reading bed in the corner with jungle view.
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- Bathing/shower area of the Guest bathroom. Enjoy showers with jungle view.
Traveler Reviews (10)
Stunning property and private luxury
Guest: Tami D.
(Tulsa, Oklahoma)
Date of Stay: 11/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Kate and Randy have taken their time to build a wonderful home filled with all the amenities that you would need for a relaxing vacation. Their careful construction management shows and they really thought of everything you might need. Immaculately clean, wonderful beds and linens, and a fantastic pool just as depicted on the pictures. The screened windows allowed open air sleeping so that the morning wake-up call of the howler monkeys could be heard. Banana trees right outside allowed several different monkey 'pods' to feed. What a treat to have stayed at this wonderful location adjacent to Manual Antonio National Park. We had our own car and found the location to be difficult to figure out (not to mention awful road, I don't recommend getting there after dark.) but once you get there life will be good and you will be more than happy to have enjoyed your stay there. Don't miss breakfast or any meal at Cafe Milagro and bring their coffee home. It is incredible. We also enjoyed a wonderful dinner at Victoria's, the nearby Canopy Restaurant, and sunset on the beach and then happy hour at Si Como No. Kate and Randy were on hand during our stay and their attention to our enjoyment was surprisingly special and not overbearing.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Luxeuse Villa
Guest: Dany C.
(quebec, canada)
Date of Stay: 03/13/11
Review Submitted: 03/22/11
Une luxueuse villa en plein cœur de la forêt de Manuel Antonio. À proximité de tout. Chaudement recommandé pour les amants de la nature et du dépaysement.
Owner response:Merci. We are very happy you enjoyed Brooks Hacienda.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Midle of the rainforest nature
Guest: simo
(jokioinen finland)
Date of Stay: 02/26/11
Review Submitted: 03/17/11
We,party of 5 spend an amazing 2 weeks in MA,on end of Feb. Our kids really like the pool,it was real gem. We took a lot of pictures from natures wildlife,monkeys,butterflies,birds etc. Everything was new and clean,really great place. The place is little bit far from main road,too far to walk,but there is lot of taxis you can use,and not so pricey,about $ 10 one way. Kate and Randy were really helpful to answer our questions. I will recomend.
Owner response:Thank you for visiting Brooks Hacienda with your family. You were excellent guests and we appreciate this great review. We hope you will return one day. Kate
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Vacation Spot - convenient, private, comfortable
Guest: Return trip to Costa Rica
(Virginia)
Date of Stay: 10/10/10
Review Submitted: 10/19/10
My family met up with a couple friends in Manuel Antonio and the five of us had a very comfortable week at the Brooks Hacienda. The house is immaculate, fresh, clean, comfortable and had everything we wanted and more. The bedrooms each have a nice ACs with remote control and thermostats if you want things cooler in the evenings. The pool was terrific and we had multiple monkey sightings and great bird viewing. The house is about a 10 minute walk from the main road where you can then walk to restaurants and grocery shopping. A bus also runs regularly up and down the main road between Manuel Antonio and Quepos and costs 240 colones (~50 cents). There is also a little shop and carniceria before you get to the main road where you can buy most supplies you might need, some fresh fruit (blender drinks were a hit at the house), and meat (if you want to cook). The shop keepers were very friendly. The Tico and expat neighbors near the house were also very friendly. The owners and manager were very helpful, prompt, and courteous. We didn't turn on the TV but the internet service was fast and reliable. Taking off and doing some adventures (hikes in Manuel Antonio, catamaran trip, beach, etc) and then coming back and relaxing at the house made for a very pleasant time.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Gorgeous
Guest: Lisa
(Toronto, Ontario)
Date of Stay: 09/18/10
Review Submitted: 10/04/10
This definitely was a home away from home. It exceeded my expectations. I am a cook and I loved the large kitchen, cooking space and the open spaces begged for lounging. The pool and back area are gorgeous. We really enjoyed our stay here for two weeks. It was amazing and I would highly recommend!
Owner response:Thank You for your positive comments Lisa. We are happy you enjoyed the home... "as a home away from home". We hope you return someday. Kind Regards Kate
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Our Family Stay at Brooks Hacienda
Guest: thomp
(Denver, Colorado, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/29/10
Review Submitted: 05/02/10
We stayed at Brooks Hacienda for one week and had a wonderful time. The house was fantastic for our children because they like to swim and spent many hours in the pool. It was so nice to start each day with breakfast on the deck, listening to the sounds of birds and howler monkeys while watching the kids swim. The house was extremely well supplied with everything you would want or need in the kitchen and was immacutely clean. It was also very nice to have the owners nearby to ask questions about local tours, stores and shopping, and restaurants. The owners helped connect us with someone to book tours which was very helpful and convenient so we didn't waste any time trying to figure out what we wanted to do. The house was only a 5 minute drive from restaurants and shopping and only slightly longer to get to the beach and Manuel Antonio National Park. That made it very easy to get to the tours we booked and we didn't spend much time in the car. This was the nicest rental we have stayed at, the house exceeded our expectations. I would recommend Brooks Hacienda to any of our friends and family and would come back in a heart beat.
Owner response:We are very excited about the positive reviews we are getting on Brooks Hacineda. We know how wonderful it is, after a full days of travel, to arrive at our "home away from home" and it be a warm, welcoming and very clean place to stay. We appreciate all our clients responses and we are dedicated to make each and every client of Brooks Hacinenda, a happy customer.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
LOVED IT!!
Guest: LindsayAG
(Connecticut)
Date of Stay: 02/17/10
Review Submitted: 04/02/10
We had a wonderful time staying in this house, we did not want to leave! The home is spacious, comfortable and has ever amenity you could want, even highspeed wireless! We loved having laundry on-site so we could pack light and a full kitchen so we could buy our own food and drinks. The grounds are beautiful, and we loved the terrace and the pool. We will definitely rent this house again This is a perfect rental for 4 people. I will definitely stay here on our next trip to Manuel Antonio. I definitely recommend having a car for this property as it is far from the road and in an area with a lot of hills.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Paradise!
Guest: LKtraveller
(Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/13/10
Review Submitted: 03/25/10
The photos online do not do this place justice! We walked in and were immediately impressed both with the amenities and the gracious owners! The property was always clean and well maintained. The location is very private compared to the hotels and other accomodations in the area. The Manuel Antonio area has so much to do, we really enjoyed the canopy tour and white water rafting. We were entertained by almost daily visits from monkeys in our backyard, including the endangered Titis! If you will have a car in the area, I highly recommend a 4x4 as the road up to the property is quite steep! I would highly recommend this property and would definitely return!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Arfa Ahmed
(New York, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/19/10
Review Submitted: 01/19/10
This was my second condo during my stay in CR. The condo is designed very well architechturally, with cool breeze flowing through the house, thanks to invisible vents. Well apointed kitchen and bathroom. Spacious living/dining room added to the kitchen gives it a sprawling feel. House is super quiet, except the song birds and monkeys. Pool was extremely clean, well maintained, and overlooks the rain forest. Quite a spectacular setting. Get an SUV if possible as road is challenging, as in most of Costa Rica. Kate is very nice and hospitable. And Randy is extremely funny and entertaining. Highly recommended......
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hacienda brooks
Guest: Mike and Lorie
(Georgia)
Date of Stay: 05/14/09
Review Submitted: 11/16/09
We loved our stay. The house is very nice, clean, and comfortable. We were able to watch wildlife from the pool including monkeys, birds, and even a sloth. Having seen the other hotels and properties in the area we were even more pleased with the house. It is far enough off the main road to provide and peaceful and quiet vacation, I don't think this would be possible for many of the other options in the area. Although access to the property required driving through a local neighborhood, we felt completely safe and secluded at the house. We only speak english but didn't find the language difference to be an obstacle in this area. We enjoyed hiking, wildlife watching, zip lining and kayaking. We were able to use credit cards for most purchases and avoided exchange fees, conversion calculations, or carrying lots of cash. The only warning is that not all cards are accepted, and some activities/purchases required cash. The owners were really helpful and promptly answered any questions we had. We really enjoyed our stay, have recommended to the property to friends, and hope to visit again ourselves. Have fun!!!!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.
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