Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
Your own private chef
One of the few properties offering private chef services.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Private pool
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Explore the area
Parrita, Puntarenas
Palo Seco Beach
Place, Palo Seco Beach
16 min drive
Bejuco Beach
Place, Bejuco Beach
23 min drive
Playa Esterillos Este
Place, Playa Esterillos Este
26 min drive
Quepos (XQP)
Airport, Quepos (XQP)
41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷
Check in is at 3pm (unless owner allows an earlier check in) Check out is at 11am Our Casa is perfect for Family and Friends getting together, or just a couples retreat, Master bedroom (Bamboo Room) and bath has a cal/king bed made by local Tiko's, huge shower,w/ hot water, air conditioner and ceiling fan. The Iguana Room has two double beds with air conditioning and ceiling fan, The Monkey Room has one double bed with air conditioner, and ceiling fan, These bedrooms are right next to bathroom with huge shower,w/ hot water. Ceiling fans in every room, Brand new kitchen, redone in February 2021! If you love to cook, with everything you will need to cook the fish you catch, or your favorite meal, coffee pot, toaster,toaster oven,microwave,smoothie machine, perfect for your fruit smoothies, make from Costa Rica awesome FRESH FRUITS, stove,oven,refrigerator, freezer, all the dishes, pots & pans, Washer and Dryer, we have a clothes line for hanging clothes out to dry. Outdoor grill, right next to the awesome Tiki / Rancho we had built, that's were you will eat your meals, relax in the hammocks, or use your electronics, the pool is perfect, lounge chairs for your pleasure. Property is VERY private,1 3/4 acres that butts up to a teak farm and jungle behind the pool, so the monkeys, sloth, friendly (Iguanas) (that love fruit) various beautiful birds are always close by, perfect for photos and videos, The Parrots visit twice a day morning and happy hour, and have since 2006, so awesome to watch and hear. The casa sets back from the Hotel next door, so you don't even know it is there, but it is a very nice feature to have in case you want good food or a cocktail, The beaches are the best around, quite, black warm soft sand is perfect for walks on the beach, We also have a Lady who gives the best massages right on the beach, so relaxing, listening to the waves, and the breeze is perfect, a great way just to unwind and forget about work, Her Name and number are available upon request. Also we found wonderful places to eat and party, or just chill, We always go to Encantada on Esterillos-Este,on Thursday 4-6pm happy hour live music on the beach!! the most beautiful sunsets!!!!! It is 4 miles from our casa, but all the beaches by the casa are gorgeous, the closest beach is just 4 miles from casa, The casa is 30 minutes South of Jaco Beach and 30 North of Manuel Antonio, Perfect place for shopping, restaurants, night life, casinos, Manual Antonio is a must see, 30 minutes away, Beautiful white sand beaches, offering massages on beach, boat activities, awesome restaurants and shopping, our Favorite spot, You will find all sorts of activities, all within 30 minutes from casa. National Park, Quad and zip line tours, Party boat on the (Ocean King) in Quepos, also Deep sea fishing with Quepos Fishing, Perfect for catching the big ones!!! Waterfalls, Horseback riding, Surfing on Hermosa Beach, 20 minutes toward Jaco, Or take a Day Trip to the Valcano, or Rain Forest, well worth the trip.We recommend you have a tour guide or a driver take you. We also recommend you rent a car, a 4x4 is highly recommended if you are an explorer. You can rent a car from the airport and drive to the casa, try to get a morning flight and arrive by 1pm, It's hard to drive at night, and the roads directions can be difficult, We HIGHLEY recommend using ,,, It’s a new website as of April 2nd 2022. It’s only 10 minutes from the house,, they will pick you up and take you back to airport when you rent a vehicle from them!!! Just an option, much easier than taking the buses, but if you do take buses, the bus stop is a 8 minute walk from casa. We have the best restaurants also, here is a list of the best ones we found,, Hot dog & beer wagon, Don Toro’s, ANY restaurant in the Town Center, We have a list of all of them at the house & where they are, also there are brochures of all kinds of activities at the casa. The pool will is the best!!! There is maid service available, you would pay her directly, $60 to clean, very trust worthy, they have been with us since we bought the casa. We do ask that you run the air conditioner only when you are in the bedrooms napping or sleeping at night, to save energy, The air conditioner get VERY COLD!!!! QUICKLY!!! No need to leave AIR on while exploring Costa Rica for the day!!! If you are looking for a relaxing place to relax with the Girls, or a guys fishing trip, a Family Vacation, Couples getaway, Our Casa is perfect for you to enjoy, WELCOME!!! PURA VIDA!!! 🇨🇷🇨🇷🏄♀️🏝🎣 (means GOOD LIFE) Cindy and Mark Wenzel
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
NO SMOKING IN CASA PLEASE, OUTSIDE ONLY
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 581418
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
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Parrita
Located in Parrita, this vacation home is in the mountains and by the sea. Marina Pez Vela and Mountain Top Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Los Campesinos Reserve. Rancho Tipico don Juan and La Iguana Chocolate are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 38 min drive - 32.4 km
Getting around
Quepos (XQP) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
La Cañada - 5 min walk
Delicias del Róbalo - 6 min drive
Ready Pizza - 2 min walk
Rosh Café Bistro Parrita - 5 min walk
Mar y Sol - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷?
As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷 on Sep 10, 2026 start from $309, 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 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 5 min. drive to Playa! 15 min. drive to Mountains, 15 min. drive to the Rivers!🇨🇷 located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Palo Seco Beach, Bejuco Beach, and Playa Esterillos Este. Rainmaker is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Mark and Cindy Wenzel
Hi, We are Mark and Cindy Wenzel, We live in Eagle River, Wisconsin, where we have our own business, Wenzel Siding & Roofing, for 37 years, no Retired! since the winters are SO brutal here, & We love Costa Rica, been going for 12 years and finally found our perfect piece of heaven on earth, On the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica, We looked for 3 years until we found the casa for us. I lived in Vero Beach, Florida for 25 years before moving to Wisconsin and marring my childhood sweetheart, Mark, We both were born in Waukegan, Illinois. We spent the winters in Costa Rica for the last 5 years, Just this year we have decided to rent our casa out, so others can enjoy all the beauty Costa Rica has to offer. If the casa is rented when we go, January- March, we can visit other parts of Costa Rica's awesome beauty.
Why they chose this property
Well we looked for 3 years, either the places were to far up the moutains on very rough roads, or in noisy towns, like Jaco or Quepos, when we came across this property I knew right away this was it, Brand new casa, We put the pool in, screens on windows, and had the Rancho/Tiki built, It's perfect,and only a 25 minute drive if we want to go to the big towns, but Parrita is only 6 minutes from our casa,where we do our Grocery shopping,Fresh fruit markets, Awesome Bakery, Pharmacy,Liquor store, it's just your local Tiko Town. They just built a brand new HUGE Town Center a few miles from our house, this plaza has a grocery store liquor store, restaurants, bakery,salon, antique store, place to book your excursions!!! BONUS!!! plus we have the monkeys, sloth, you don't see in the big towns or on the beach, best of both worlds, love this property!!!!!
What makes this property unique
Casa Marko Cindy has great WIFI!! We built a Really nice Tiki rancho, 10 degrees cooler under tiki which is wonderful at times when chillin' in hammocks, or rocking in the rocking chairs. sunning or lounging by the pool, quite, lots of wildlife, perfect place to read that novel, while listening to the birds sing, two outdoor eating areas, lush jungle property, with lots of beauty, flowers, palms, just what you would expect to see in such a tropical paradise, comfortable beds and clean soft pillows, nice sheets. I'm fussy about my bedding, It has to be relaxing and comfortable to get a good night sleep,,,,ENJOY,,,,,, PLEASE NO SMOKING IN CASA, thank You.