Location: Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio Area, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (15 minutes from the Quepos Airport) View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Keywords: Casa de Frutas - Private Villa
WE'RE VERY PROUD TO BE ONE OF THE TOP RATED VILLAS ON TRIPADVISOR FOR MANUEL ANTONIO!
BALI MODERN DESIGN - LUXURY - SUNSET OCEAN VIEWS - PRIVATE BEACH - PERSONAL BUTLER - POOL - MONKEYS DAILY!
Casa de Frutas is a privately owned luxury rental villa located in the renowned gated resort of Tulemar Gardens in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. This “Bali Modern” style house totals 4,000 square feet of tropical, open-air living with 3 private, air conditioned suites. Some of the many amenities include panoramic sunset ocean views, an infinity edge plunge pool, Balinese pavilion and a private award winning beach just minutes down the hill. Your perfect vacation begins at Casa de Frutas. (A 12 page photo spread of Casa de Frutas was featured in the architectural magazine Su Casa)
PERSONAL BUTLER SERVICE
One of the things our guests rave about the most, is the unexpected and unrivalled service they received during their stay at Casa de Frutas from Mauricio, their own personal butler. Mauricio, a native of Costa Rica, graduated from ULACIT university with a business degree and then spent three years in the US working and studying English. After his time in the US, he returned to Costa Rica to work in banking and hospitality, learning the high level of service required to excel in both industries. Mauricio has worked with Casa de Frutas from the beginning in management, marketing and the butler/concierge role. He takes pride in knowing what guests expect staying in a luxury vacation rental, and utilizes his extensive network of local contacts to fulfill all our guests wishes. You can feel comfortable at Casa de Frutas knowing that whatever you need during your stay will be taken care of by Mauricio. As one of guests remarked “He knew what we would need before we even asked”.
TULEMAR GARDENS RESORT
Tulemar is exactly where you want to be in Manuel Antonio! It is the only gated and secure, 33 acre resort development in Manuel Antonio with it’s own private beach. There are nature and hiking trails leading thru the jungle areas complete with plaques describing trees and vegetation. You will see as much wildlife in Tulemar as you do at the national park including all three types of monkeys, sloths, exotic birds, insects and other wildlife. The private beach is perfect for swimming and snorkeling and has free lounge chairs, umbrellas, sea kayaks, and boogie boards for all guests to use. Tulemar’s private beach was also proud to have just received the prestigious “Blue Flag” award (Programa Bandera Azul Ecologica) signifying pristine water and beach area, and environmentally/ecologically protective practices. Food and beverage service is available. You can walk just minutes down the hill to the beach and either walk back up or take the resort shuttle. Tulemar is located in the heart of Manuel Antonio, within walking distance to the best restaurants and fun bars. The national park is just minutes down the street.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer (2)
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (4)
- Convertible Bed : queen size air bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library : DVD Library
- Stereo System
- Music Library : iPod sound system w/iPod and iPod docks in each suite
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Room service and private chef available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony (2)
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View : Panoramic Ocean and Sunset Views!!
- Communications
- Telephone
- Cell Phone : Free local calls - Direct to the US only .39 cents per minute
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : thru out the house, decks and pool area
- Other Amenities
- MAIN FLOOR - 2000 square feet, Open air living room with 25 foot ceiling, Open air kitchen/bar, Master bedroom/bath with air conditioning, Open air water fall shower, Terrace dining room that seats 10, Terrace living room, LCD flat screen TV with DVD in bedroom, LCD flat screen TV in bath, Sound system with iPod dock, & ceiling speakers, Separate guest bath, Safe, Desk area, Iron/ironing board, Hair dryer, Aveda bath products, Bathrobes, Telescope & Binoculars. DOWNSTAIRS SUITES - 2 identical suites, 1000 square feet each, Completely air conditioned, Two Queen-size beds in each, Kitchenette/bar, Dining area that seats four, Outdoor terrace living area, TV with cable and DVD, Bose iPod dock, Binoculars
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : 10 years old and up
- Not Suitable for Children : waiver may be used for children under 10 years old
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 10 or over - a waiver may be available for younger children
- Smoking Not Allowed : smoking allowed outdoors only
- Activities
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Fishing
- Other Activities
- At our beach - free use of ocean kayaks, lounges and umbrellas, hiking trails through out the property
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$4500/week - $6000/week
Easter - $7500/week
Thanksgiving - $6000/week
Christmas & New Years .. $11,000/week.
50% Deposit required to book/50% balance due 60 days prior to arrival.
$1000 Deposit due on arrival for damages/incidentals - credit card OK
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Exclusive Resort and Beach-Panoramic Ocean Views-Top Rated!
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio is THE DESTINATION in Costa Rica....set along the mountain top above beautiful beaches....surrounded by dense jungle and exotic wildlife .....a very small, eclectic community filled with surfers, sportsfishermen, backpackers, international tourists and the wonderful Costa Rican people! The most expensive real estate in all of Costa Rica is here....for a reason....no mega resorts(yet).....very casual and very comfortable.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
Make sure you watch the "video tour" of the villa...all of our guests say the same thing...your website photos are great, but they don't capture the feeling of walking thru front doors....it's breathtaking....our guests don't want to leave the house....but you'll also enjoy our pool and the private beach....our "repeat" guests and their "word of mouth" advertising keep us busy.
THIS IS OUR PRIVATE BEACH COMPLETE WITH FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE PLUS FREE LOUNGE CHAIRS, UMBRELLAS, BOOGIE BOARDS AND SEA KAYAKS
Owner's Map of Manuel Antonio
Born and raised in the Central Valley of California, I worked with my parents and brothers until we sold our "family business" in 1996 and I was able to travel. Costa Rica was one of my first trips; each year I returned for a longer stay. In 2002 I bought a piece of land and began building my home here. Finished in 2005 (and still looking brand new!) I have now moved to Costa Rica as a full time resident, renting Casa de Frutas, living in a tropical bungalow (Ku De Ta) nearby and building other vacation homes.
Property Photos
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- - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Lodging
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- Featured in Su Casa Magazine - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Lodging
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- Monkeys - Sloths - Exotic Birds Visit the House Daily! - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Lodging
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- Mauricio - Your Personal Butler - Handles All the Details
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- Hillside Location-Our Private Beach-a 5 min Walk Downhill or Take The Shuttle!
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- Our Private Beach - free lounge chairs/umbrellas/kayaks - food/beverage service
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- Open air living area with furnishings from Bali
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- Open Air Dining with Ocean and Jungle Views
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- Spacious Kitchen - Private Chef Available for Special Dinners
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- Two Identical Guest Suites with 2 Queen Beds in Each plus Living/Dining Areas
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- One of Two Guest Suite Terraces with Ocean Views
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- Guest Suites - Closet - Bath and Dressing Areas
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- Master Bedroom and Terrace with Balinese "napping loungers" (far end)
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- Master Bath with Waterfall Shower and Ocean Views
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- Pool, Pavilion and Deck Area at Sunset
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- Pool - Deck - Pavilion - Waterfall Shower - All with Ocean Views
Traveler Reviews (118)
Five Star experience
Guest: tulare
(Fresno, CA, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/21/08
Review Submitted: 07/06/08
What an experience! The view is world class. The casa is absolutely wonderful. The jungle trails to and from the beach are great. The private beach and grill are fantastic. And our hosts were incredible. Mauricio, Dave and Loraina made our stay so easy. Mauricio arranged all of our excursions (canopy tour, white water rafting, jet skiing, Manuel Antonio), dinner reservations, airport transportation, and rental car. All seven of us (ages 52, 50, 22, 22, 21, 20 and 14) had the most wonderful time and will definitely be back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Perfection
Guest: John and Madeleine
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Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 12/10/11
"There are no photos that can show the perfection of Casa Frutus." Before leaving for Costa Rica, we checked out Casa de Frutus on the Internet and were most impressed. However, ther are no photos that can show the peace, calm and serenity of the elegant surroundings. The views and sunsets were breathtaking. The staff was efficient and pleasant in addition to providing us with stunning artistic floral arrangements throughout the Casa. Dave and Mauricio took on the responsibility of seeing to our every wish and need and made all the arrangments for our taxis, restaurants and tours, leaving us to simply enjoy ourselves. After two weeks, we returned home relaxed and re-enegerized. This was a perfect holiday!
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"Thankfully in this world but out of it too!
Guest: Nathalie
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Date of Stay: 11/26/11
Review Submitted: 12/07/11
This is the best vacation that I have ever had. The location was breathtaking with all the lush vegetation and ocean views. Everything about the villa casa de frutas was extravagant and gorgeous including the exotic flowers everywhere and the monkeys outside. The service down to every last detail was exemplary and included reservations for restaurants and excursions, multiple surprise gifts and beds made up with fresh ironed sheets every day. The people were exceptionally friendly and helpful. The beach was beautiful, towels, lounge chairs and umbrellas provided and the ocean was warm and fun for body surfing. Every amenity seemed to be available, the drinking water was clean and the food delicious. We had an amazing time in this pure paradise.
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"A retreat to heal body and soul."
Guest: Nathalie
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Date of Stay: 11/26/11
Review Submitted: 12/07/11
In all my travels around the world, never have I experienced such splendor. Paradise pales in comparison with this retreat. From the moment we arrived at the villa we were treated like royalty. Everyone was waiting to greet us when we arrived and the villa far surpassed our every expectation. The attention to detail was amazing. We could not have asked for more. It was fabulous being able to simply talk to Mauricio about our wishes regarding restaurants and excursions and have him arrange every detail from transportation to reservations. There was so much to do (beautiful beach, amazing animals at your doorstep, zip lining, white water rafting, fabulous restaurants ect. We will have to come back. Thank you Dave, Mauricio and allof your amazing staff. We leave totally rested and renewed.
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Fantasy Destination
Guest: Natalie
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Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 12/02/11
You will not have a better view of the ocean or a better Villa than Casa de Frutas. The staff are genuine and lovely people who were helpful and fun to get acquainted with. The house has everything you could ever dream of wanting. I will definately be returning.
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Paradise Found!
Guest: Natalie, Kristin and the Ladies
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Date of Stay: 11/19/11
Review Submitted: 11/29/11
A group of 9 ladies stayed at Casa de Frutas for a week in November 2011 -it was paradise... We couldn't have picked a better place -for luxury, the view, amazing staff... Mauricio attends to whatever you need -reservations for dinners, activities etc. The villa is spectacular -spacious & beautiful! I plan to go back!!! Thanks Dave & Mauricio and all the staff for a wonderful vacation
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Amazing
Guest: Kirsten and Todd
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Date of Stay: 07/30/11
Review Submitted: 08/25/11
We stayed in Dave's house for a week. From the second that we arrived, it was perfection. The full staff was waiting for us, the driver that Mauricio arranged had already taken us to lunch and to see the crocodiles and Dave and Mauricio were on hand to show us everything. They had fresh fruit and snacks ready, what a welcome! We have traveled quite a bit and rented several large houses in Europe, Dave's house was my favorite of them all. I never tired of looking out at the gorgeous view. The kids rooms were downstairs, it would not be a good arrangement if you only had small children, but it is perfect if you have older children because we all had our own space. Wonderful Mauricio arranged for us to go ziplining, atving, and white water rafting -- he also rented a sailboat with a crew for us, helped us find a surf instructor and a private yoga teacher who came to the house, a chef who cooked a terrific meal for us all and a masseuse who came to the house. I was also able to pay a little extra to have the wonderful cleaning ladies do our laundry (so it was a real vacation!) The private beach was perfect -- fun for boogie boarding but not too rough. Kayaking was easy and fun for the kids. The bar was good and the people were friendly and you don't have to worry about your stuff getting taken, it's all private. The shuttle drivers took us to the beach and back each day (too steep to walk with tired kids), so it could not have been easier. Rent this house, you will not regret it (but don't tell all of your friends, I want to go back!!)
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Absolutely Stunning!
Guest: Ian and Chera
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Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/23/11
Casa De Frutas is absolutely stunning. We did not want to leave. The people who looked after Casa De Frutas from the owner to the groundskeeper were all first class. Mauricio, our concierge, was very helpful in coordinating every detail. We especially liked our dinners prepared in the house by Christopher and Mykal. The housekeepers were especially attentive in keeping everything tidy and nice. Costa Rica itself is beautiful and we took advantage by doing activities (zip lining, horseback riding, repelling, jet skiiing, Atving, whitewater rafting, etc.) every day. But it was such a great feeling to return to Casa De Frutas at the end of the busy day.
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"A 5 Star Plus Tropical Experience"
Guest: Larry and Vicky
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Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/23/11
Casa de Frutas was the experience of a lifetime. I traveled the world in my working life, but never encountered the service and amenities provide by Dave and Mauricio and their team. From the greeting upon arrival to the fairwell, they were there to see to our every need, but they weren't underfoot either. The home was absolutely beautiful, but only exceeded by the views from the open air living spaces. A terrific kitchen to work in if you so choose. The swimming pool was a daily stop after getting back from the days activities and just as a peaceful gathering space with world class views. Sleeping accomodations were very comfortable. Overall a 12 on a scale of 10! Tulemar as a community was superb - the beach, the local pools, breakfast, the Bloody Marys and Mojitos!! As with Dave and his team, the Tulemar folks were equally ready to make you at home. Quepos/ Manuel antonio is a wonderful part of the world. Great local restaurants, zip lining, world class fishing, beautiful beaches - just to name a few of the available experiences. Or, relax and take in the views and enjoy the wildlife! Our visit to Casa de Frutas was truly one of those few life experiences which met every hope and expectation, accented by wonderful people.
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"Fantastic Experience"
Guest: Scott and Kimm
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Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 07/15/11
It looked and sounded great on the website, and was even better in person. The house is really magnificent, the view is incredible, and the resort beach is perfect. Dave and Mauricio took care of everything we needed including answering all of our pre-arrival questions and helping us book our daily activities. They know the area well, and hook you up with the best guides and restaurants. We especially appreciated the daily extras, such as warm brownies. My facebook pictures of our trip to Casa de Frutas in Manuel antonio were instant hits among family and friends. My family had a really fantastic experience, and I recommend Casa de Frutas without reservation, knowing that your expectations will not only be met, but exceeded in every way.
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