I stayed at Mike's Jungle House with my family this past June and it was amazing. It has all the comforts of home in the middle of the most serene setting imaginable. The house is beautifully decorated, has a beautiful new pool and 5 bathrooms, so all guests have their own. The master bedroom has an indoor and outdoor bath with stunning views. It is all the way up in the mountains in a gated area, but there was no concern for safety! Who'd find you up there? There is satellite TV if you just can't break away from your favorite programs, but all you have to do is look out the huge accordion french doors and you'll see the best show nature could ever perform! It's not near the touristy areas, but close enough to Manuel Antonio that if you need excursions, restaurants, etc you can satiate that requirement too! The house easily sleeps 8, but if you need it, there is also a guest house, studio apt available also. I absolutely loved my Costa Rican vacation and I am a city slicker! Have never been in this setting before, but felt right at home because of the attention to detail he took to make this place comfortable. He's always available by phone and the local caretaker is as well. While there we went to Manuel Antonio, took a catamaran boat ride, stopped at local road side restaurants (best food ever!), and of course went to the beach! If you're a surfer, Dominical beach is the one for you (only about 15 mins away), but be careful, the riptides are serious!!!! I can't wait to go back. I recommend it without any reservations, but if you're squeamish about wildlife, frogs, spiders, etc... you'll want to be prepared! This is their environment, You will be the visitor. Oh, and don't forget to pull some starfruit off the trees near the entrance. Delish!
