Partial Ocean View, Private Pool Villa Surrounded by Rain Forest and Waterfalls

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the infinity pool beside the lounging deck.

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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 92583.3 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Pet friendly

Breakfast available

Outdoor Space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Portalon, Costa Rica

Matapalo Beach15 min drive
Quepos (XQP)24 min drive
Manuel Antonio National Park50 min drive
Manuel Antonio Beach51 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Complete remodel in November 2020, Beautifully designed contemporary villa in the middle of the rainforest with spectacular views from this exquisite two-story tropical vacation home, ideal for nature lovers looking for a secluded space that is only a 10 minutes drive to the nearest beach. Located in a private gated-community 2km away from the highway, the perfect uncrowded location, only 17 minutes from Dominical, and 30 minutes from Manuel Antonio National park. Are you ready to explore the south pacific region of Costa Rica?
It features spacious terraces and balconies, an infinity pool with a huge sun deck, outdoor living spaces, Wi Fi, a full kitchen, satellite TV, and 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The master bedroom on the 2nd floor comes with a king bed, private ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, and a partial ocean view. The other two bedrooms are downstairs and share a large bathroom. One bedroom has a queen bed and air-conditioning; the other has 2 bunk beds, one with a lower double bed, and air-conditioning. Complying with the Health Department protocols
4*4 access only

Property manager

Portasol Living

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Yeah they will love jump from the waterfall

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Portalon

Located in Savegre, this vacation home is in the city center and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Beach. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Portalon, Costa Rica

What's nearby

Matapalo Beach - 15 min drive
Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 17 min drive
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 37 min drive
Manuel Antonio National Park - 50 min drive
Manuel Antonio Beach - 51 min drive

Getting around

Quepos (XQP) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Langosta Feliz - ‬8 min drive
‪El Patio Café & Bar - ‬10 min drive
‪Rancho Alegría - ‬6 min drive
‪Soda Restaurantico - ‬9 min drive
‪Club Finca Maritima - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Partial Ocean View, Private Pool Villa Surrounded by Rain Forest and Waterfalls have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Partial Ocean View, Private Pool Villa Surrounded by Rain Forest and Waterfalls pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Partial Ocean View, Private Pool Villa Surrounded by Rain Forest and Waterfalls?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Partial Ocean View, Private Pool Villa Surrounded by Rain Forest and Waterfalls?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Partial Ocean View, Private Pool Villa Surrounded by Rain Forest and Waterfalls located?

Located in the heart of Savegre, this vacation home is 5 mi (8 km) from Matapalo Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Linda Beach and Playa Hatillo. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and PlayaGuápil are also within 12 mi (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Jun 23, 2024

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

Great jungle house!!

Overall we absolutely loved this home and the jungle experience it provided. The location was ideal for us as we wanted to be close to nature and in a smaller more local setting. (If you’re using Waze to locate the house you can enter “Calle Portalón” which is the road that dead ends at the neighborhood gate.) The AC and ice maker were luxuries that we appreciated. Heriberto was very attentive to our needs and gave us many recommendations for nearby activities. We always felt extremely safe in this home. We were there at the end of June (rainy season) and typically the rain rolled in by 2-3pm and continued into the night. As long as you are up and out early then the rain is no big deal. There were bugs but we used the bug zappers and fan during movie nights to help. We considered the “visitors” part of the adventure of this house and had a lot of fun watching the geckos, seeing the giant Cane toad (DO NOT TOUCH!), toucans and iguana during our stay. It is important to note that ALL family shared spaces are open air (not enclosed and not air conditioned). We stayed 7 nights and were pleased to find out that our stay came with two cleanings, which was wonderful. The rooms are NOT connected so I would NOT recommend this house for people with small children. We have 3 teenagers so it was fine. Overall, our stay was AMAZING and this house played a huge role in making it magical!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruce r.

Mar 27, 2024

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

Monos-Locos 2024

Stayed January-March, 2024. The house had everything that we desired and the hosts (Portasol) took great care of us.

Stayed 53 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis D.

Mar 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Location

The location was inaccurate it takes close to 5 hours to there from San Jose the people drive real slow so it takes a lot longer than three hours. The house and host r wonderful but it is a long way away from San Jose and u don’t just need a 4 wheel drive u need a high profile 4 wheel. If u like nature and quit which we do it is great will go back but now no what to expect.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Jan 15, 2024

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

vacation time

it was a great place if you want privacy. Its in the middle of the jungle, but a short drive to different places. Matapul Beach is gorgeous, and a quick drive. i would stay there again. and definitely go to the waterfall.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minin Q.

Nov 23, 2023

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

Amazing

It was simply amazing and the view are spectacular. We had a wonderful time. The host was very commutative and very friendly. The area is very peaceful. Just one recommendation bring off spray the mosquitos a bit too much. We would come back for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jami D.

Oct 23, 2023

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

AMAZING EXPERIENCE

Just WOW! The property and the management team are amazing. If you are looking for a "jungle" getaway then look no further. The house is immaculate and perfectly secluded near an amazing waterfall for swimming. We loved the pool and the outdoor seating areas to enjoy our daily encounter with all of the birds (especially the toucans). All of the amenities are wonderful and the team managing everything are so easy to communicate with. They were available anytime we needed them. We would all stay at Casa Monos Locos again on our next trip to Costa Rica.

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Jan 25, 2023

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

Very private with great pool and sunny terrace

The house is nice, located in the rainforest with beautiful sunsets. Everything was extremely clean, the cleaning lady is top! We were enjoying the pool and sunbathing at the terrace which is nice sunny. All parts of the house and garden are very private, you never see the neighbors. There is beautiful natural pool for swimming in the river and picnic area just next to the house. Communication with the property management was outstanding, they were always attentive and helpful. We had problems with electricity shortages (most of the times problem outside of the Portasol area), which was creating struggles for our remote work due to lost internet connection. Just another day we received a backup generator which was really amazing and appreciated. Unfortunately, we had bad luck with cicada invasion, they overpopulated just around the house and there was nothing we could do about it. The cicadas created noise of 82 decibels nonstop from 8:30am till 6pm. Then in the night we couldn't sit in the open living/dining area because they were flying around like crazy and bumping into us. I would ask in advance what is the current situation because it happens only during mating period just few weeks per year. Other than that, we had good time with my husband,

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcie T., Heyworth, IL

Jul 12, 2022

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

Dream trip of a lifetime

I don't think words can do justice to this picturesque property in the rainforest. Not even photographs can capture the peaceful, tropical paradise in the treetops. The house is both elegant and practical. My mother and I spent 7 days at this beautiful retreat and swam every day in the private pool...even in the rain. Our favorite nearby town was Dominical, although The Montapala beach was very nice and just a 10 minute drive. Surprisingly, we didn't see any monkeys or tropical birds while at the house, (we heard birds) but we were able to go to Manuel Antonio, 40 minutes away and see them. If you are afraid of insects and lizards, this house isn't for you....but what do you expect in the Rainforest? The nearby waterfall and river were nothing short of breathtaking, and we always felt safe at Portasol. I will remember this adventure forever and always, and am so grateful for the opportunity!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keyra B.

Jul 4, 2022

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

Best Vacation

This is the best location, we had the best memories at this place! The waterfall is less then a 5 min walk from the house, amazing!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Jun 20, 2022

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

Private Rainforest

We enjoyed our stay. Very rainy for our time which wasn't the worst thing for the rainforest. Big round table to gather around and play cards.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana Z.

Feb 26, 2022

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

Nature Galore

Settled in the Rainforest with a beautiful waterfall and property. You are truly in a nature with all live critters and beautiful animals to hear and see! Very clean and super helpful with accommodations and bookings! Central location for many daily outings while returning to peace and tranquillity!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Oct 25, 2021

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

Amazing property!

This is an amazing place! It’s quiet, and beautiful and has everything you need to spend time soaking in nature. We saw so many animals here. We saw an anteater coming home one night, and lots of frogs and lizards. The river and waterfall is within very close walking distance & you should definitely plan to swim there—it’s breathtaking! The staff was so helpful & easy to reach. We appreciated the gated security, too. We would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 23 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jostin T.

Sep 17, 2021

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

Beautiful place

Place was exactly what we were looking for, quite, clean, well equipped with a beautiful view up in the mountain. Staff was very friendly. I would definitely stay again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Sarah G.

Aug 20, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very nice if u know what you’re getting into

The place is very cool in a really interesting place. Everyone told us the road in would be a problem but it wasn’t and we didn’t have a 4x4. Security is very nice and helpful. The house is nice and done well. We are 9 people and it is meant to fit us but almost everyone is in two bedrooms with one one bathroom between them. That was a bit of a struggle as well. The pool is cool and has a cool view but we went during rainy season and it was too cold for us. I’d def think hard before going during rainy season though. Everything is outdoors. Each bedroom and the kitchen are indoors but to get from one place to the other you have to go outdoors. The seating and eating area is also outdoors. It’s covered from the rain but the wildlife is very intense. There are bats flying around and massive lizards and frogs and grasshoppers and insects. So if you’re really good with bugs etc, go for it. If that makes your kids nervous, it can be stressful. The waterfall nearby is so cool but unfortunately we kept getting poured on so we didn’t get to enjoy it. If u go during the rainy season, go out early all will be fine. I’m summary, if u love the outdoors, got for it. If u want some space between you and the outdoors, look elsewhere.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colby T.

Apr 11, 2021

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

Enjoyable Stay

This is a very unique and beautiful property nestled deep in the rainforest. The waterfall nearby is amazing.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

KENNETH H.

Feb 4, 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs a remodel

Although the property was amazing and the waterfall nearby was to die for, the house is in need of work. The downstairs bedrooms which house 4 of the 5 beds was absolutely infested with spiders and bugs. It took me 2 hours to kill them all, but still kept coming in. There are cracked in the ceiling, molding, and doors that allow every bug from the forest in. We also found out the hard way that you need to turn off every light in the home and use candles for light after 5pm when the locusts are in the area. We were attacked by hundreds of them. With the outdoor living area, we were pretty much banned from it after 5. I'm sure it's not a problem when the locusts aren't there. As for the rest of the house: It was nice and as advertised. Wifi doesn't work downstairs (just a note). As for the property: It's a 500 acre secure property with amazing rain forest. It truly was a paradise. The waterfall and swimming hole made us forget all about the bug infested room. The swimming hole is 15 feet deep and there is a cliff you can jump off of into the pool from about 20 feet up. It was so awesome! If they would remodel that downstairs I'd give this place 6 stars if I could. The fact that they think it's ok boggles my mind. It's dated and in obvious need of serious attention.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Jan 11, 2020

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

Monos locos house

Beautiful surroundings. Words cannot describe how amazing Costa Rica is.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

Jul 9, 2019

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

Amazing experience!

What an amazing experience! The home is beautiful with a spectacular view. A waterfall is close by and it’s definitely worth checking out. We had the chef come in and cook an incredible dinner. Also, enjoyed the breakfasts prepared by the local ladies. It was a great vacation!!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

May 24, 2019

Bliss in the Rainforest

This is my second time renting and it can't ever be explained in words. The adventure surrounds you, the relaxation engulfs you, and the staff is always there for you! One of my favorite places on earth!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 16, 2019

WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PLACE

This was my first time out of the country and this home made it perfect! Everything we needed was available. The beds slept so well! The view is breathtaking and let's not forget about the pool!! We Swam 2-3 times a day, especially after we would return from our excursions! You will not be disappointed in this home at all!! I will be planning another trip back with my family and we will be staying here again!!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Apr 16, 2019

Judy in Wonderland

What a joyous experience to be upfront and close with nature! The sounds of the forest animals are still in my head and I will never forget them!Casa Monos Loco is a beautiful home fully equipped with all modern amenities with views of the lush plants and foliage and a pool with large deck for cooling off at the end of the day!Cost Ricans are friendly and kind people and will do anything for you to make your trip memorable!It was easy using American money there... just bring smaller bills!We loved Manuel Antonio Park ,Quepos, and Dominical!Lots of beautiful beaches near by and great seafood at a good prices at most restaurants!I will always have fond memories of my visit to Costa Rica! Pura Vida

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer H.

Apr 4, 2019

Away from it all in the Central Pacific

This was our first trip to Costs Rica and had just 5 days to experience as much as we could. Staying with Portalosol Living in Portalon allowed us the experience of being nestled away from tourists surrounded by lush rainforest. The house is as it’s described-all the mechanicals and appliances worked well. It was nice to have our own space to cook a bit. An advantage for our 2 families who enjoy being able to have a refrigerator stocked with favorites. Because it was a first trip of just 5 days, at times I might have wanted to be closer to Quepos where our adventures generally left from. Or if the long dirt road were paved that might have helped. So being in an area that is remote had its challenges, but the privacy afforded us by the house and beautiful property was a reasonable trade-off compromise.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Greenbrae, CA

Dec 5, 2018

Lush tropical perch in the rainforrest canopy!

This was our first visit to Costa Rica, and we could not have gotten a better first impression of this amazing country upon arriving in PORTASOL. This home is even MORE amazing than the pictures can capture. The feel of a canopy treehouse has to be experienced, and that is really what this is! We were a family of 7, so the bunk room with the 4 kids was great, and then the other downstairs queen went to Mama, and my husband and I had the upstairs master. The open air living room and dining room was great. The regular evening storms were so refreshing sitting on the porches. The sounds of the jungle surround you and interesting flora flow from the grounds into the natural growth. We had a tree frog visit nightly near the pool, as well as a giant toad of some sort. The nearby river is magical. Our first morning we saw a blue morph floating by as we scambled in the riverbed for a few hours as well as a Jesus lizard! The staff is so helpful and friendly. You MUST have a 4wd car for this off road approach to the home. The gravel road is steep, but we never had any issue at all. We made the ultimate great decision to hire a chef for several nights during our stay, which made the vacation extra special. The management arranged it all, and we had a menu planned for each night that exceeded my expectations! They also helped organize all of our excursions and each day felt more amazing than the one before! I cannot wait to return. This is a special place in a special country!

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Oct 10, 2018

Casa Mono Locos BLISS

Casa de Mono Locos was easily the most relaxing place I have ever vacationed. The serenity tucked between the sounds of the rainforest animals communicating, and trees rustling with showers of intermittent rain drops, was blissful. The infinity pool drops off into green lush forest with an opening just wide enough for a sunrise/sunset view. Sitting on the wrap-around deck with a cup of coffee and a book was honestly one of the highlights of my trip! I can't describe the peace-of-mind and clarity-of-heart I recieved from my trip to Casa de Mono Locos. I am so thankful to have experienced this private oasis that is just minutes away from the adventures of Manuel Antonio, Dominical and Quepos! Book your trip here... YESTERDAY! Don't wait. It's beyond worth it.

8/10 Good

Emersson O., Costa Rica

Sep 26, 2018

Great rainforest reserve!!!

I visited the place with friends and family and loved the house! It’s located in the middle of rainforest, great vegetation. It was nice awaken to the sound of birds and the forest itself!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Portasol Living

We manage the different and beautiful vacation rentals within Portasol Community.
Portasol Living is a gated community located on a private rainforest reserve in the Pacific coastal mountains of Costa Rica, between Manuel Antonio National Park and Ballena National Marine Park. Enjoy the best of Costa Rica in one place – pure rainforest, waterfalls & natural pools, abundant wildlife, and all minutes from beautiful uncrowded tropical beaches. We are award-winning for our environmental and social commitments. Come for a week or stay forever!

Why they chose this property

This place is so special because it is located in the coastal rainforest between the Central Pacific and Southern Pacific regions of Costa Rica.
Just off the Costanera Highway (CR-34), minutes from beautiful tropical beaches and close to the famous Manuel Antonio National Park and the Ballena Marine National Park.

What makes this property unique

It is a very pleasant house, with all the necessities of the modern live, but away from it, nested in the magical tropical forest. It has 3 bedrooms (All of them with Air Conditioning) with ceiling fans, satellite tv, an infinity pool surrounded by an amazing rainforest.
The house is only 5 minutes walking distance from the Portasol Living famous park, La Cazuela, awesome waterfall ending on crystal clear river pools where you can actually swim and jump off.
There are many activities in the area: zip linning in Quepos, Rafting class 3 on the Savegre River, Surf Lessons in Dominical, Stand Up Paddle baord in the mangrove, ATV tours, waterfalls or just take a volleyball ball and go enjoy the beach. We are sure you will not get bored