Luxury Holiday Home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai

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A modern kitchen with a bar area, large sliding glass doors leading to a pool, and a wooden ceiling.
A modern outdoor pool area with a view of trees and a sunset.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and potted plants.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a hanging chair, a kitchen area, and a seating area with a sofa and cushions.
A fruit basket with a pineapple, papaya, and apples on a table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Porch or lanai
  • Massages in spa
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Self-parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Santa Teresa, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, Carmen Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hermosa Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cóbano Airport (ACO)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Santa Teresa

Located in Cóbano, this vacation home is by the sea. While the natural beauty of Santa Teresa Beach and Parque Nacional Curu can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Los Delfines Golf & Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Santa Teresa, Provincia de Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Carmen Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 8 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cocal Beach - 21 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Hermosa Beach - 30 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Montezuma Beach - 53 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Tomate - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Namoré - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Howler Café - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury holiday home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Holiday Home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai ?

As of Nov 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Holiday Home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai on Nov 11, 2026 start from $283, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Luxury holiday home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury holiday home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury holiday home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury holiday home Santa Teresa - Villa Makai located?

This family-friendly Cóbano vacation home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Carmen Beach and Santa Teresa Beach. Playa Mal País is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The property and the service were great The spot was amazing . We lived it
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great modern clean place. AC only in the bedrooms so living room gets a bit hot but not bad thanks to the shade provided by giant trees all around. Great staff and concierge (Sophie) who really looks out for the guests. Pool a nice thing to cool down after a day in the sun. Beds super comfortable, large bathrooms, modern, convenient to supermarkets, restaurants, up a steep and bumpy road (need car). We had a few issues which were immediately addressed by Sophie and Martin, which was great. Overall, it's a great place in a pretty pricey town for Costa Rica, but seems prices have gone up everywhere there. Lots of great restaurants, beach a few minutes away by car, lots of nature, monkeys in the trees every day near the house, great views... recommended!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 26, 2026
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay Herve! Happy to have you stay with us again any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

The house was more than we expected. It was perfect for relaxing and getting away from the world. We absolutely loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 17, 2024
Thank you Caroline for being such a wonderful guest! We can't wait to welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We had the most incredible stay at this property. Everything you could hope for and more. If you’re lucky enough to find availability - book in - trust me, you won’t regret it. Thanks for a wonderful day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, beautiful view

The bedrooms were very comfortable and had air conditioning. The bottom floor has just screen doors and no AC. The dipping pool was perfect to cool Off after a hot day at the beach. The staff was great, very responsive and accommodating. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Stars!!

This is an amazing house in a great location. The house is clean, beautiful and just perfect in every way. The garden/landscaping around the house and pool are very beautiful and the sunsets from the house, garden, and pool are stunning. The property managers do an outstanding job taking care of everything to support you during your stay. The surf of Santa Teresa is only a few minutes away at the bottom of the mountain. I love this property and will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful stay at Villa Makai and that the home, landscaping, and breathtaking sunsets all contributed to a memorable experience. It is also gratifying to know that our team provided the support you needed throughout your visit. We truly look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional stay in Santa Teresa.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful spot, clean and comfortable. Sunsets from the pool every evening.

Martin was an unreal host. He was in contact when needed and was always there too help. Even got us fresh fish one night. Anything we needed to do on our vacation he was able to help line up. Best rental experience we have ever had. Thanks Martin
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Cholo, Thank you for your unreal review! :) It was my real pleasure to host you, your family and firends! You all are the best. Thank you for everything and hope to see you soon again. Pura vida!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
Very disappointing week. We reserved the property in July for a January stay. Reviews were great until end of the year, then the wheels fell off. Construction next door ruined 5 of 7 days of our stay. Only once I complained to the property manager did things change and a partial refund was negotiated; the concierge would not help at all. Make sure that construction is completed before considering this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Experience

My group of six friends had a really great time at Villa Makai, Santa Teresa location! Our plan for this vacation was to be active, eat healthy, have a lot of fun and have time for a relaxation as well. Seven nights was not a very long time for everything but still we were very happy and satisfied at the end of our stay. The villa was perfect for us, beautiful, very clean, very well equipped. Also, we could see and feel the nature so well through the glass and screen panels downstairs. We really enjoyed the pool and a beautiful dining area outdoors.We did practice yoga every morning as a group and there is a very nice platform for a meditation practice as well. Overall we had a great time, not only because of the place but also because of very nice people: the owner Martin, the wonderful concierge Josefina and other staff members. Everyone was super helpful and doing everything so our stay was as pleasant as possible. We had a great communication with the owner Martin and the concierge Josefina before our trip and during our stay at Costa Rica. Josefina was really wonderful! She did help us with grocery shopping, to book our trips, activities, restaurants reservations. She also found an excellent chef for our special “dine and celebrate life at Villa Makai” experience. By the way, we strongly recommend Chef Luis for a special occasions. The food was really delicious and chef Luis is very experienced and he is super nice and friendly person. We just loved the whole experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful stay at Villa Makai. It is also gratifying to know that our team provided the support you needed throughout your visit. We truly look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional stay in Santa Teresa.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A bit misleading, but overall excellent!

Casa Makai is a beautiful property with an incredible ocean/jungle view & very comfortable furnishings. The filtered water system was a treat, allowing us to fill our water bottles and drink directly from the tap, reducing unnecessary plastic waste. It is secured behind a private gate & monitored overnight by an on-sight security guard, (which didn't seem necessary as everyone in town was exceptionally kind and trustworthy). Josefina, the property manager, went above and beyond in every way imaginable for us - from meeting us there for our late evening arrival, to recommending and arranging ATV/dirt-bike rentals and tours. She felt like a friend by the end of our trip, and I hope to see her in the future as one. One thing in the listing that threw us for a loop however, was the description of having a Washer/Dryer on site. We intentionally booked this home for the last half of our trip, intending to do laundry there. Unfortunately, when we couldn't find the W/D, Josefina informed us that they provided laundry service - for the low price of $30 for the first load, and $20 for every load thereafter. This was even more frustrating once we found the W/D on site, behind a locked door attached to the garage... where we would have been more than happy to do our own laundry, but were required to pay for this "service" instead. Finally, although the open-air concept is nice, some standing fans for the downstairs would go a long way in keeping cool, as it doesn't have AC there.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2024
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for choosing Villa Makai for your stay! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the stunning ocean/jungle views, the comfort of the furnishings, and the filtered water system. It's wonderful to know that Josefina made your experience even more memorable—she truly is a gem, and we'll be sure to pass along your kind words. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the washer/dryer and the open-air concept. We're sorry for the misunderstanding about the laundry service and will make sure to clarify that detail. As for the downstairs cooling, your suggestion about adding fans is valuable, and we'll explore how to improve the airflow in that area. We're always striving to make each guest's experience exceptional, and your insights help us get closer to that goal. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another fantastic stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven.

Perfect stay at Villa Makai in this gorgeous town. We loved being at the house in the mornings, on the yoga deck, and returning to relax at the end of a beach day. Super comfortable beds, great outside shower. Can’t actually imagine anything we would change about it, apart from the road up the hill 😂🤣. If we have the opportunity in the future, we will be back. Thanks to sireen who was so helpful with recommendations and information and always at the end of the phone!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded and Beautiful

This beautiful property is up in the hills of Santa Teresa. Highly recommend if you are down for some fun ATV rides up and down the hill! Super convenient to all of the best places to eat and surf. The property manager is also amazing and helped us with all of our logistics from the airport / ATV rentals / surf recommendations!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Sunset

We really enjoyed staying at this house. The entire atmosphere is peaceful and simplistic. The staff was very nice and prompt. Great location!
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home above Santa Teresa

This is a beautiful home as shown in the online photos. The lower level is enclosed by screens which can be opened to connect you to the outdoors, or closed in the evening to block out mosquitoes while still letting in the sounds of nature. Upstairs bedrooms with locking doors have a great view with nice bathrooms. The place is cleaned daily. Overall a great place for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Rental & Amazing Service

Great experience, Martin was very helpful before and throughout our stay. Spent the mornings watching the monkeys come for papayas and in the evenings watching the beautiful sunset. The property is beautiful very clean and well maintained. It was a great end to our vacation in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 1, 2024
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing villa, view, location and owner!

We stayed with my wife and two kids at Villa Makai for one week in February and we were amazed at first by the view, but also by the house itself. The house looks exactly as described/pictured. Every detail was taken into consideration at this wonderful place. Comfortable beds, very nice furnishing and a kitchen that is fully functional with everything you might need. A short jaunt down the hill takes you right into town and the beautiful beaches. Martin made us feel right at home, taking care of any and all needs to allow us to relax and enjoy this beautiful villa. House has all the amenities you need to have a relaxing and peaceful vacation. We loved the location and highly recommend this villa
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Santiago, thank you and your beautiful family a lot for staying in our vacation home. It was a great pleasure to have you as our guest and to see you enjoying your holiday so much. We really hope to welcome you as our guest again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2025
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 25, 2025
Thank you so much for your review! Hopefully we can host you back soon!
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