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Secluded Private Villa in Rainforest & Across from Beach Jaco

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Directly Across from the Beach

Directly Across from the Beach View of the Ocean From the Master Bedroom View of the Ocean From the Upper Balcony Expansive Front Patio Master Bedroom With Flat Screen TV Master Bedroom 2nd Bedroom Upstairs Downstairs Bedroom Downstairs Bedroom Downstairs Kitchen Downstairs Living Room Downstairs Bedroom, Bathroom UPSTAIRS BATHROOM SPECTACULAR CEILING!

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Last updated: 05/21/2013
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This secluded villa on the coast of the Pacific Ocean (2 Minutes Directly Across from the Beach) is 2 stories, offering privacy between levels, spectacular ocean views, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, full kitchen downstairs with granite countertops and bar, kitchenette upstairs with granite countertop, refrigerator, sink, coffee maker, microwave and breakfast table, living room, custom swimming pool and full laundry room. Located on over 3/4 of an acre, with a private driveway and surrounded by a lush rainforest with no neighboring homes close enough to disturb your privacy, you'll enjoy the spacious patio and 'botanical gardens' in peace and privacy. You'll thrill in the native trees and plants (pick your own bananas when in season) and wildlife that visit regularly, including toucans, macaws, parrots, colorful iguanas (harmless) and, occasionally, monkeys. A custom pool (December 2006) affords a luxury retreat from the day's activities.


You can choose from the many adventures that await you, including the thrill of a canopy tour or zip line, ATV adventures into the rainforest with waterfalls, rivers and wildlife, world class fishing, beaches - including some of the best surfing available in the world, snorkeling, hiking, golf, horseback riding (beach or rainforest), motorcycle rental, and, of course, the best places to eat!

A must on your schedule is a visit to Quepos and the World Famous Manuel Antonio National Park, less than 45 minutes from Casa De Mariposas. You don't have to choose between the rainforest and the beach because the park offers both. Packed with the most unbelievable animals, birds and flora, you'll walk the well maintained trails and come face to face with several species of monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans, parrots, macaws and dozens of other animal life, all in their unrestricted and natural habitat. Walk to any of the four white sand beaches and explore the tide pools or relax on the beach when not enjoying the blue ocean waters (85 degrees).

Don't be surprised if a family of friendly squirrel monkeys with a baby or two come and visit while you lay on the beach! For the coffee lover, don't forget on the way back to stop at Cafe Milagro located on the front street as you enter Quepos for steaming hot fresh coffee beans made the old fashion way. (Beware! Once you have Cafe Milagro coffee you will be hooked for life.) We are happy to assist you in planning your itinerary and booking your adventures. Our goal is for you to create lasting memories of your visit to Costa Rica.

Thank you for visiting Casa De Mariposas!

Maid service available on request.

Property Type

      • House

      Accommodation Type

          • Vacation Rental

          Onsite Services

          • Housekeeper Optional
          • Staff

          Suitability

              • Children Welcome

              Bedrooms

              • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9
              • Bedroom 1
              • 1 king, 1 twin/ single
              • Bedroom 2
              • 1 queen, 1 twin/ single
              • Bedroom 3
              • 1 queen, 1 twin/ single
              • 3 pull out twin mattresses

              Bathrooms

              • 2.0 Bathrooms
              • Full 1
              • toilet, shower
              • Full 2
              • toilet, shower

              Other Amenities

                  • Details:

                    Our security/maintenance staff lives in the guest house on the property. He is happy to assist you! State of the art Panasonic air conditioners in each room....morecollapse

                  Entertainment

                  • Satellite / Cable
                  • DVD Player
                  • Television
                  • Stereo
                  • CD Player

                  Theme

                  • Away From It All
                  • Family

                  Attractions

                  • Restaurants
                  • Zoo

                  Kitchen

                  • Dishwasher
                  • Microwave
                  • Grill
                  • Toaster
                  • Stove
                  • 4 Ring Stove
                  • Cooking Utensils
                  • Refrigerator
                  • Coffee Maker

                  Leisure Activities

                  • Beachcombing
                  • Horseback Riding
                  • Sight Seeing

                  Location Type

                  • Beach
                  • Near The Ocean

                  sports and adventure activities

                  • Swimming
                  • Hiking
                  • Golf
                  • Surfing
                  • Fishing

                  Arrival Day

                      • Flexible

                      Dining

                          • Dining Area

                          forms of payment

                              • Accept Credit Card

                              General

                              • Towels Provided
                              • Ceiling Fans
                              • Parking Off Street
                              • Shampoo
                              • Air Conditioning
                              • Basic Soaps
                              • Safe
                              • Washing Machine
                              • Clothes Dryer
                              • Linens Provided
                              • Laundry Soap
                              • Toilet Paper
                              • Telephone
                              • Security System
                              • Alarm Clock

                              house cleaning

                                  • Housekeeper Optional

                                  Outside

                                  • Outdoor Grill Gas
                                  • Lawn / Garden
                                  • Balcony
                                  • Wood Deck
                                  • Beach Chairs
                                  • Patio

                                  Pool / Spa

                                  • Private Pool
                                  • Outdoor Pool
                                   

                                  Reviews

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                                  • Adults and Babies all had time and space for fun.

                                    Adults and Babies all had time and space for fun.

                                    • Guest Dr. M
                                    • Date of stay 06/02/12
                                    • Review Submitted 06/22/12
                                    The architecture is unique and we loved taking pictures throughout the property. The high wood ceiling is beautiful Bathroom and shower space excellent for honeymooners and for baby tubs. The ramp was quite a challenge to drive up to so we had transportation generally leave us by the stairs. Really get the feel of being in a rainforest. No mosquito attacks. Pool is clean and warm. Kitchen nicely equipped and 2 refrigerators were perfect. Balcony offers amazing views. We left cute ladybug and bumble bee infant floating devices we hope other families will enjoy. Truly unlimited access to Club Del Mar facilities whose staff is very hospitable and pleasant. Food also good but pricier than nearby delicious Soda y Marisqueria Alta Mar.

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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                                  • Casa de Mariposa

                                    Casa de Mariposa

                                    • Guest LALA
                                    • Date of stay 04/21/12
                                    • Review Submitted 04/30/12
                                    This was our first trip to Costa Rica and we went with two other couples, this house was perfect. It was clean, efficient and met all of our needs. I can be a little over orangized when travelling but the owner was extremely helpful in answering all of my questions in great detail and the welcome letter is great giving you tips on what to do and not do which was great. We used the transportation service that the owner recommended and they were awesome as well. There is a person on the property that was very helpful, checking in on us each morning, cleaning the pool and taking care of anything that we needed or asked for. You can walk to town but you can also just go across the street to the resort and ask them to call you a cab which made things very easy. Downtown Jaco is very nice, the people were very helpful and always pleasant, Whaoos is a must. I would most certainly stay here again and would recommend it to anyone visiting Jaco. Everything was great...........

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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                                  • Awesome Villa!!!!

                                    Awesome Villa!!!!

                                    • Guest Rhesa G.
                                    • Date of stay 02/25/12
                                    • Review Submitted 03/04/12
                                    This villa was absolutely breathtaking!! It was even better than described!! The only complaint we had was the noise level from the road. We are used to it being illegal for trucks to use their jake brakes, not so for Costa Rica apparantly. The noise did make it hard to relax and sleep late on vacation. But other than that, I can't say enough good things about this house. The price is very reasonable. Alex was so wonderful!! We tried to be self sufficient and not bother him. The one time we tried to call our own taxi, we never did get them to understand we needed a large taxi for 6 people. Alex was invaluable to us!! He called the taxi service for us many times, was available anytime we had questions, helped us with the grill, kept the pool nice and clean, and gave us suggestions and tips on where to eat reasonably, and just generally did everything we asked of him. Club Del Mar was incredible!!! The beach breathtaking!! Les, the owner, was very helpful and gave more info on the house and Jaco, Costa Rica than we ever thought we would need. We were concerned when our plane was delayed, that our transport would leave without us. One call to Les and he assured us the van would be there, and it was. I can't say enough good about this villa, Alex, and the owner Les. I would recommend this place to anyone traveling to Costa Rica!! Thanks so much Les and Alex for an incredible vacation!!!! Rhesa Green

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                                  • Casa De Mariposas

                                    Casa De Mariposas

                                    • Guest Lasiniboy
                                    • Date of stay 12/20/11
                                    • Review Submitted 01/06/12
                                    Beautiful home that is appointed accordingly for the area. We found the location to be great for us as beach access through Club Del Mar out us close to the best surfing beach in Jaco. Jaco is a surf town people so we highly recommend that you surf. The property owners were very accomodating and trusting and were very appreciative of our interest in their home. It was great to do business with them and they were very generous to us. My son and I liked having the caretaker on property 24/7, he came in handy several times in dealing with locals and tending to the house. We felt very secure here and virtually everyone knew where Casa De Mariposas was located. The owners gave great recommendations on things to do (we just surfed every day) and places to eat. We highly recommend Jaco Rustico for local Costa Rican food. It is awesome and you eat like a king for $6. A must visit is Pachi's Pan Bakery and you have to try Tres Leches and Rice Pudding there (best in the world) although everything there is awsesome and dirt cheap. Tsunami Sushi was great - we ate there twice. Definitely will return to this lcoation and rent from these people, the house is built for entertaining and was more than my son & I could enjoy.

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.

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                                  • Paradise

                                    Paradise

                                    • Guest John
                                    • Date of stay 05/04/11
                                    • Review Submitted 05/13/11
                                    Everything was just great! Alex was very attentive and was a huge asset to us. It really helped that he speaks english as well as he does. You all have a wonderful place. Thx again for everything!

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

                                    Owner response: Thank you, John. You were a wonderful guest. Thank you for complimenting Alex. He does a great job of overseeing the property and attending to the needs of our guests. Pura Vida!

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                                  • Casa de Mariposas, Jaco Beach, Costa Rica

                                    Casa de Mariposas, Jaco Beach, Costa Rica

                                    • Guest Terri
                                    • Date of stay 04/15/11
                                    • Review Submitted 04/27/11
                                    It’s a great house and we would recommend it. Other than not having a dishwasher, it had everything we needed. It was a real plus having Alex on the property although we hated to bother him for things like toilet paper and paper towels. Regarding the road noise, once we got used to it we over looked it (understanding the road was the coast highway and that it was the only route south helped). The VRBO online photo of the property does not in any way indicate that the house is that close to the main hwy. It would be appear much higher up. We grew accustomed to the road noise but it was very apparent and woke us up for the 1st few nights/mornings. The benefits of the house far outweighed the road noise but should be mentioned in the description of the property listing. All of the tour guides/drivers that the owner recommended to us were excellent, as was everything about the Club del Mar. We'd recommend the Taco Bar for in-town dining, and for the BEST typical fare, El Fuego del Tigre! Los Suenos zipline tour and Manual Alfonso tour in Quepos are also a must.

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

                                    Owner response: Thank you, Terri. We appreciate your staying at Casa De Mariposas and are happy you had a great adventure in Costa Rica. Pura Vida!

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                                  • Casa De Mariposas(Tropical Paradise)

                                    Casa De Mariposas(Tropical Paradise)

                                    • Guest sandy T.
                                    • Date of stay 01/04/11
                                    • Review Submitted 01/18/11
                                    We loved our stay at your lovely home. We had the best of both worlds. The modern comforts of home in a private secluded enviroment with the use of Club Del Mar across the street-right on the beach (were we watch the sun set over the ocean every night). Jaco was the perfect town with modern restaurants and local sodas. No fears, friendly people. Your choices of restaurants were very helpfull. I would add the Taco Bar as a favorite. Great red snapper fish taco. We went to Manuel Antonio Park-enjoyed all the wildlife there, nice beach. Monkeys everywhere. Saw the crocs sunny at Crocodile Bridge, rode horses, zip lined, rode ATV's and the kids went surfing. Everything was as you described. Your home was very clean and we loved the location. Would recommend to friends and family. Just a heads up-no oven but who wants to bake while in paradise. ps: Alex was wonderful! Very polite and quick to come to our aid. Only problem we faced was the 8 inches of snow we came home to in Pittsburgh but GO STEELERS! The Thompson's

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, families with young children, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.

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                                  • Fun times...

                                    Fun times...

                                    • Guest Mark
                                    • Date of stay 11/18/10
                                    • Review Submitted 12/05/10
                                    We just arrived back home from our trip to Costa Rica...A group of 4 of us stayed at Casa De Mariposas for 4 nites - mid November 2010 -... The house was awesome...It more than met our needs...After a full day at the beach, it was great to come to a "home" where we could hang our hat...The beach access was great, as you cut through Club Del Mar...and voila, you are at the far South end of Jaco beach (not as many people at this end of the beach, compared to the North end of the beach)...The beach is amazing there...The house is in close proximity to Playa Hermosa as well... Alex, the groundskeeper, was great and showed us many cool things around Jaco...Les and Shelley, have done an excellent job with this property...I wouldn't hesitate to book here again... Mark

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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                                  • Great Trip!

                                    Great Trip!

                                    • Guest Mike
                                    • Date of stay 11/08/09
                                    • Review Submitted 11/05/10
                                    I recently staid in Casa De Mariposa with 7 friends for 8 days It's everything to be expected. The view from the up stairs porch is beautiful, and the house has everything you need while on a vacation. The house is very close to town, but yet still far enough away that you don't get all the hustle and bustle of the local town traffic. Beach is right across the street, and the food and drink at Club Del Mar is very good. Alexis the grounds keeper speak very good English and is willing and able to help with anything he can. Because of the great location of the house if you plan to stay around Jaco, and Hemrosa Beach you really don't need to rent a car. Les and Shelly were awesome. They hooked us up with a local tour guide Daniel who is amazing. Couldn't ask for a better trip, if I get the chance I'll be back again.

                                    Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, pet owners, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.

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                                  • Jaco is amazing!!!

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                                    Jaco is amazing!!!

                                    • Guest Ashley Myers
                                    • Date of stay 03/03/10
                                    • Review Submitted 03/18/10
                                    Hi, Shelley, Just wanted to shoot you a quick e-mail to say thanks to you and Les for everything. We really enjoyed staying at your home, and cannot wait to come back for our next visit. Jaco is amazing!!! I will be sure to let people know about about Casa De Mariposas, and what a great time we had there. Best to you and yours, Ashley Myers Lauderdale, MN 55108

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                                  Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.Dec 01-May 31 .. $250-$400/nt. based on occupancy. Call for weekly & monthly rate
                                  Jun 01-Nov 30 .. $250-$400/nt. based on occupancy. Call for weekly & monthly rate
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                                  Photos

                                  • Directly Across from the Beach

                                    Directly Across from the Beach

                                  • View of the Ocean From the Upper Balcony

                                    View of the Ocean From the Upper Balcony

                                  • Master Bedroom With Flat Screen TV

                                    Master Bedroom With Flat Screen TV

                                  • 2nd Bedroom Upstairs

                                    2nd Bedroom Upstairs

                                  • Downstairs Bedroom

                                    Downstairs Bedroom

                                  • Downstairs Living Room

                                    Downstairs Living Room

                                  • UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

                                    UPSTAIRS BATHROOM

                                  • View of the Ocean From the Master Bedroom

                                    View of the Ocean From the Master Bedroom

                                  • Expansive Front Patio

                                    Expansive Front Patio

                                  • Master Bedroom

                                    Master Bedroom

                                  • Downstairs Bedroom

                                    Downstairs Bedroom

                                  • Downstairs Kitchen

                                    Downstairs Kitchen

                                  • Downstairs Bedroom, Bathroom

                                    Downstairs Bedroom, Bathroom

                                  • SPECTACULAR CEILING!

                                    SPECTACULAR CEILING!

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                                  3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom
                                  Sleeps 9


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