Open & Airy Design - Poolside View
Location: Manuel Antonio, Manuel Antonio Area, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (At Hotel Byblos turn right off main road, 300 mtrs south) View Map
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 8-12)
Keywords: House
Casa Mono Congo is a handicapped accessible, green-powered, modern 4-bedroom, 5.5 bathroom 3,500 square foot vacation home built with the Costa Rican wildlife AND you in mind. Our home is nestled in the jungle with visits from three types of monkeys, sloths, lizards, iguanas, toucans & numerous varieties of birds, butterflies and other exotic wildlife. The howler monkeys sleep in the trees above our home. The white-face monkeys & squirrel monkeys visit our terraces and steal bananas from the kitchen!
To enjoy our ecological paradise, we have built our home with bi-functional renewable energy from wind and sun. Solar panels generate electricity in the daytime and a wind-generator generates electricity from the ocean breezes. We are also connected to the local electric company so when we produce more electricity than we use, we send it back to the grid and when there is little sun and no wind we use electricity stored in our batteries or from the grid (most of Costa Rica's energy is produced from hydro-generators.)
When you stay in our home you will have all of the comforts of your home. Our home offers 3 levels of living space. The common areas include a social area with a 42-inch plasma flat screen television and a dining area that seats 8 people comfortably. The 3rd floor includes a covered terrace with bar area that includes a mini-fridge and ice machine. The fully equipped kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and an island breakfast bar. Amenities include aa full-size refrigerator, icemaker, dishwasher, oven, microwave, stovetop, coffee maker & grinder, blender juicer, toaster, dinnerware and utensils. Everything you need to prepare meals or be served meals by one of our outstanding chefs/cooks.
Our home has 4 bedrooms each with a Swiss Comfort Sleep System euro-king bed using NASA technology mattresses. These beds are electronically adjustable to fit the individual sleeper. Each bedroom also has a walk-in closet, bathroom, outdoor balcony and a flat screen LCD television. Our home also has 2 sofas that convert to large twin+ beds (sleeping 1 adult or 2 small children) and we also will provide an additional bed for the master bedroom suite if the number of guests is 11-12. The maximum number of guests allowed is 12.
The main floor terrace includes a 27' x 9' pool and room to relax in the sun or shade. You will be hidden away in our lushly landscaped property and enjoy total privacy as you listen to the Pacific Ocean and stargaze while you relax. Use the BBQ gas grill to prepare the fish you caught while deep-sea fishing earlier in the day.
The temperatures are generally in the 80s F during the day and 70F at night, but Art Cool air conditioning is available in the bedrooms if you feel the need to use it. Local telephone service, a computer and broadband (high speed) are now available for our guests at no additional charge. We also provide WiFi capabilities from our computer to your laptops for emailing your envious friends from our pool or terrace!
Daily maid service (Mon-Sat) is provided and a multi-lingual house manager is available to welcome you, assist you with tour planning or meet any of your vacation needs. A washer and dryer are on site, and the maid will do your laundry if you ask for an extra fee.
Casa Mono Congo is located on a private side road but near restaurants, beautiful beaches, shopping and nightlife. When you schedule tours, they will deliver you to and from our home. If you rent a vehicle, parking is provided. Taxis and buses are abundant on the main road, if you decide not to rent a vehicle.
Manuel Antonio is a 3 hour drive through mountains and along coastline from San Jose. Because of current bridge construction in Parrita (nearing completion as of Sept-09), we recommend flying SANSA. SANSA offers several flights daily from San Jose to Quepos, 20 minutes by air.
Casa Mono Congo is the perfect Costa Rican getaway. To complete your adventure, consider our All Inclusive Package. Book your tickets to San Jose and we take care of the rest, including domestic airfare, rental cars, tours, in-house meals, spa treatments and anything else you may request. With this package, make three easy payments via credit card to us and we take care of ALL of the details that normally would distract you from your vacation time. We will customize the package for your group. Ask for our All Inclusive Package quote.
For larger groups of 12-21, Casa Mono Congo may also be rented in combination with our other vacation rental home Casa Mono Titi. See VRBO listing #170940 for additional details. We are the owners of these 2 homes and we are not a "here today, gone tomorrow" management company.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Modern wallunit A/C units in all bedrooms. Fantastic ocean breeze throughout our home. Ceiling fans in every room.
- Linens Provided : High quality all cotton high thread count linens. Bath and beach towels provided.
- Washer (2) : Laundry service or self-self laundry available.
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Spaces for 2 rental cars
- Beds
- King Bed (4) : Electronic NASA technology beds that raise/lower head/foot. Think hospital bed with a great view but without being sick.
- Convertible Bed (2) : We provide 2 futon sofa bed and a high-quality bed-height air mattress for a maximum occupancy of 12 persons.
- Crib : Portable crib available upon request.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (5)
- DVD
- CD Player (4)
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Fully equipped kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances including refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, coffee maker & grinder, juicer, toaster, can opener, pots & pans & utensils.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything you need to prepare a meal or hire a chef/cook.
- Refrigerator : Side-by-side stainless steel with ice maker & water dispenser
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : We have an excellent selection of menus and chefs/cooks to select for an in-house dinner.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Ocean View : 180 degree ocean and mountain view
- Mountain View : 180 degree ocean and mountain view
- Communications
- Telephone (5)
- Computer : Mac desktop with broadband connection.
- Broadband Internet : Broadband is now available to our guests at no additional cost.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Our computer is equipped with WiFi capabilities enabling you to use your laptops at anytime anywhere in our home.
- Other Amenities
- Art Cool Air Conditioning, 42" Plasma Flatscreen TV, LCD Flatscreens in each bedroom, Full Kitchen with Stainless Steel appliances, Mini-Fridge, 100% Cotton high TC Linens, Swiss Comfort Electronic beds
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : No steps from the driveway to our home and throughout the main floor including the terrace, pool area, common areas and 2 bedrooms & bathrooms.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : No steps from the driveway to our home and throughout the main floor including the terrace and pool area. A pool ledge on terrace and in the pool for easy access.
- Kid Friendly : Like most of Costa Rica, be aware of heights. Also, all insects & reptiles should not be touched. Small children should always be supervised, no matter where you stay in Costa Rica.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Groups must include at least one person over 25 years old.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking allowed on outside terraces only. Absolutely no smoking in the bedrooms or inside common areas.
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Jungle Canopy Tours (zip lines), 4x4 ATV Tours, Rainmaker Tour (suspension bridges), Manuel Antonio National Park Tours (with or without a guide)
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May-Nov... $75 pp pn... $600/night ... $4200/week (3 night minimum)
Dec-Apr...$100 pp pn... $800/night ... $5600/week (5 night minimum)
Rates are valid for groups of 8 persons.
Each additional person is $100 pp per night Dec-Apr, $75 pp per night May-Nov.
No additional taxes or hidden fees apply.
No additional charges for holiday weeks.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Casa Mono Congo - Magical, Colorful, Memorable Experience
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose Manuel Antonio
We chose Manuel Antonio because it provides more flora & fauna diversity than any other location in Costa Rica. The climate in Manuel Antonio is near perfection no matter what time of year you visit. Even in the driest month of April, the flora is green and fresh, unlike to the northwest area of the country. Guests comment that they see more wildlife from our terraces than from any other location during their vacations. Everyone wants to return and over 30% of our guests DO RETURN & they are our best advertisers.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Like many homes in Manuel Antonio, our homes sit on the hillside between Quepos and Manuel Antonio National Park, overlooking the jungle and Pacific Ocean. However, unlike most other homes, we are on the very edge of the unspoiled jungle (see map) and your view has no other homes, roads, electrical lines or other obstacles to distract you. The monkeys, sloth & birds come right to our terraces & trees. The photo opportunities and memories are incomparable.
We hope you select one or both of our homes for your stay and have the experience we have had that led us to move to Costa Rica.
Turn right in front of Hotel Byblos. 300 meters and turn left at first driveway. Take driveway to Casa Mono Congo & Geminis del Pacifico.
Owner's Map of Manuel Antonio
Map is best viewed using Hybrid option. Our home is 400 meters off the main road and roughly 1600 meters (1 mile) from the beach "as the toucan flies".
Prior to living in Costa Rica, we lived in Chicago and owned a residential rental property business for 12 years. Suffering through many Chicago winters, it was an easy transition from the residential rental business up North to vacation rentals in Costa Rica. We built a home near Puriscal in the mountains of Costa Rica in 2006 and sold our final property in Chicago in 2007 completing our permanent move here. Although, we live in the mountains about 1 hour from San Jose, we visit our beach homes in Manuel Antonio when they are available to us.
We are actively involved in the communities of Manuel Antonio and Puriscal. We sponsored the purchase and installation of a 10-computer lab for the local elementary school in Piedades. We are currently providing full university scholastic scholarships to 5 local neighborhood youth. We have sponsored several local football teams with uniforms. We are active members of several ecological conservation groups. We love Costa Rica and believe in giving back as much or more than we receive from living in our new adopted country.
Property Photos
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- Open & Airy Design - Poolside View - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Rental Home
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- The 27' x 9' Pool & Main Floor Terrace - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Rental Home
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- Modern Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances & Much More - Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Rental Home
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- Private Terraces with the Bedrooms - Great Views of Pacific & Jungle
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- Pacific Ocean & Jungle Views from Main Floor Bedroom
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- Even the Bathrooms are Impressive
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- Awesome Pacific Ocean view from the 3rd Floor Terrace
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- The male Mono Congo - They live in our Trees!
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- View from Kitchen to Terrace - Hide the bananas from the monkeys!
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- Dining Room View - Excellent Cook Available for Meals
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- Canopy View from Staircase - Great Location for Monkey, Sloth & Bird Watching
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- View of Gardens when You First Arrive - Only the Beginning of Your Stay
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- Rain showers with a view of the Pacific Ocean
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- Handicap equipped. No steps from the driveway to the entire main floor
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- The reason we are Casa Mono Congo - Howler Monkeys in the tree above our terrace
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- Handicap-accessible bathroom - an amenity not often found in Costa Rica
Traveler Reviews (45)
Awesome House
Guest: Nerad
(Belle Chasse, La. USA)
Date of Stay: 02/21/09
Review Submitted: 03/05/09
Pete & Terry, Just wanted to thank you guys for providing first class accommodations and staff for our family vacation. This was our third trip to Costa Rica and it was without a doubt our best trip to date, and your house played a large part in our enjoyment. Cant say enough about the view, relaxing atmosphere, and the monkeys! Casa Mono Congo will definitly be a part of our future visits to Costa Rica. Thx Again, Darren
Owner response:We appreciate our return guests and currently have an over 20% return guest rate with some guests returning as many as 5 times. We look forward to your return stay at Casa Mono Congo.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Spectacular property with an even-better view
Guest: Peter G.
Date of Stay: 09/28/11
Review Submitted: 10/25/11
Casa Mono Congo is a drop-dead gorgeous four bedroom home in Barrio Manuel antonio. Away from the most touristy hotels in Manuel antonio, but close to restaurants and markets, the location is perfect. And as it is situated on a hill, the view of the Pacific Ocean and beaches below is just gorgeous. Plenty of wildlife abounds; we saw both spider and capuchin monkeys nearly every day. The house itself has every mod con imaginable and is just impeccably comfortable. From the outdoor grill to the full stocked kitchen to the individual a/C units in each bedroom to the rooftop wet bar... Casa Mono Congo has it all.
Owner response:Peter, Thank you for choosing to stay in our home and for the great review. We hope to have you return soon to our home for another vacation. Pura vida!
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Amazing
Guest: Hunter
(NYC, NY)
Date of Stay: 04/08/01
Review Submitted: 05/12/11
This was our second visit to Casa Mono Congo. I can't imagine any better place to spend the week in Manuel Antonio than CMC. The house is beautiful and the location is perfect. The pool and upstairs outdoor area are amazing. Everything you could want or need is all right there. We can't wait to get back!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, families with young children.
Casa Mono Congo is Wonderful!
Guest: Sue
(North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/08/11
This was the ideal vacation for our family of six. Our children, ages 17-24, had a wonderful time . It is the perfect home for adults or families with teenagers. The house has everything that you need and is in immaculate shape. The daily maid service kept things spotless and the one thing I asked for, blankets, was provided immediately. The monkeys entertained us daily, the nearby beaches were beautiful, the food incredible, and the canopy tour was one of the most exhilerating experiences that we have ever had. The house is laid out so that everyone has their own space and privacy. The top deck gave a magnificent view of the ocean and sunset and the breezes made it a perfect place for an afternoon nap. Don arranged for Jose to come in and prepare a delicious dinner one evening. Another evening he made reservations at a nearby restaurant and they cooked the fish we had caught that day. We would definately stay at Casa Mono Congo again! Pura Vida!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing.
Guest: Aldworth, Ontario Canada
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Date of Stay: 10/31/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Guestbook Comment: We have been here for a month. What a wonderful month it has been! Howlers, White-faced and Titi monkeys visited us all the time. Grandparents, parents, a 3 yr. old and an 8-month old, all had a lot of fun. Ziplining, walks, pool time, restaurants for lunch & dinner, rain and sun! Thanks for a beautiful house, great staff and a terrific month!
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Guest: Cottrell-Gentry, AR USA
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Date of Stay: 07/28/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Guestbook Comment: This week has been incredible. For the first time, my family and I have lost track as to what day it is. We could not have asked for a better vacation. Thank you for allowing us to share your home.
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Guest: Shaff-Kovar, WA USA
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Date of Stay: 04/02/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Guestbook Comment: What a fabulous vacation this has been! Casa Mono Congo has the comforts of home and then some. It was indeed special to be visited by all the monkeys and watch their antics as they play around the pool. Waking up to the sound of howlers, ziplining, kayaking in the mangroves, seeing dolphins and snorkeling – what special experiences! Don was helpful arranging tours, making reservations and giving his best recommendations. Judith was lovely and our night guard so helpful. Would love to return one day and would certainly recommend this wonderful home to our friends. Pura Vida!
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Guest: Thompson, WI USA
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Date of Stay: 02/13/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Guestbook Comment: We will miss this slice of heaven! What a great place to vacation. Enjoyed EVERY single second of trip. Made many lasting memories with all our friends. Monkeys are fun to watch but they can make a mess. Staff was great and very pleasant and helpful. Thanks so much.
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Guest: Green, WI USA
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Date of Stay: 02/13/10
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Guestbook Comment: As I sit here on the edge of the patio, I’m trying to store all the beauty & warmth to last me the next several months in Wisconsin. It has been an incredible vacation. What a piece of paradise! Mono Congo was perfect and we thank you for all you did for us. We certainly hope to be back soon. Cheers & Pura Vida!
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Guest: DelGozzo, NJ USA
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Date of Stay: 12/04/09
Review Submitted: 01/07/11
Guestbook Comment: We had an awesome time! Our sunset cruise was fabulous. We saw dolphins & loved swimming in the coves. The canopy tour was great & we would do it again. We will miss our monkeys!
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