Living on the Edge... Amazing cliff home with incredible white-water ocean view

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8372 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Ocean view

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Montezuma, Puntarenas Province

Montezuma Falls9 min drive
Montezuma Beach11 min drive
Piedra Colorada25 min drive
Punta Islita (PBP)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Built in 2005, this solid-built concrete and steel "treehouse" is nestled amongst the tree-tops high above Montezuma. It is a peaceful, quiet retreat in an enclave of million dollar homes that include Lunatica, Montezuma Hills and Villa Paraiso. It is just a 5 minute car ride down to the Montezuma Beach and about 6 kilometers to Cobano. Malpais and Santa Teresa are a 20 minute ride for world class surfing and a happening party scene. The Montezuma waterfall is a 4 minute ride, and there is a small secluded waterfall that is just a short walk from the home if you want to enjoy a private adventure just a short walk from the house.

The views are absolutely breathtaking. The wildlife is abundant. The vibe is unforgettable! This home is set up with everything you need to enjoy what Costa Rica is all about!

The Details:

The main / entry level is approximately 2200 square feet (204 M2) and features the kitchen, dining area, huge living area, a large air conditioned suite with 2 queen size beds and a full marbled bath. It also includes a wrap around balcony with breathtaking white water coastline views. The lower level features 2 large, air conditioned bedrooms with good quality orthopedic queen-sized mattresses. There is also a full bathroom with a nice big tub.

Our home sits on 2.5 acres 300' above "Playa las Manchas" and has beautiful gardens, dozens of fruit trees, a 14' x 28' swimming pool, and a large barbecue area for outdoor gatherings.

(We are able to offer just the main / upper level for up to 4 people at a discounted rate. The lower level will not accessible. )

NOTE: Our master suite is NOT in the photos, nor included in this profile. It is only available by special arrangement, and at an ADDITIONAL charge. If you need to accommodate more than 8 persons, please speak with the hosts regarding the possibility of renting the master suite. (It will not be occupied by anyone else during your stay.)

In June 2022, we hired the dream team of Mario and Alleda to manage the property. Mario, lives in a separate casita away from the main house, and is available to help with any needs and guidance. Mario and Alleda keep the place immaculately maintained and are always willing to help in any way possible. .

Other notes...
We strongly encourage you to rent a 4 x 4 car as many of the roads out at the beaches are rugged. It is possible to walk down to the beach but the walk down to town is steep and arduous. If you do not plan on having a car, there are a number of reliable taxi drivers.

Property manager

Chris Stevens

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Ocean view

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

CLIFF HOME! must be supervised at all TIMES!

Events

No events allowed

No extra guests permitted without prior approval

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Just be nice, respectful of nature and the Costa Rican culture.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: No extra guests permitted without prior approval

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montezuma

This villa is located in Cóbano. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montezuma Beach and Santa Teresa Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Montezuma, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

Montezuma Gardens - 7 min drive
Montezuma Catholic Church - 7 min drive
Montezuma Falls - 9 min drive
Montezuma Beach - 11 min drive
Piedra Colorada - 25 min drive

Getting around

Tambor (TMU) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

The Bakery - 26 min drive
Indigena Cafe - 20 min drive
Soda El Balcón del Mar - 6 min drive
Me Huele A Café - 14 min drive
El Castañito - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Living on the Edge... Amazing cliff home with incredible white-water ocean view have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Living on the Edge... Amazing cliff home with incredible white-water ocean view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Living on the Edge... Amazing cliff home with incredible white-water ocean view ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Living on the Edge... Amazing cliff home with incredible white-water ocean view ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Living on the Edge... Amazing cliff home with incredible white-water ocean view located?

Situated in Cóbano, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Montezuma Beach, Montezuma Falls and Montezuma Catholic Church. Montezuma Gardens and Montezuma School are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Troy R.

23 Apr 2024

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

Pura Vida

Zip line jungle tours fishing its all around the corner cant wait to stay again beautiful cliff home over looking the ocean with a pool what else do you need

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

5 Apr 2024

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

Fantastic Montezuma house

Perfect home for a family trip, perfect pool, amazing view and an excellent host. Bring a 4WD and enjoy.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce M.

2 Apr 2024

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

Incredible views, great pool and wildlife

Yes, we had multiple power outages and had to throw some food away. Yes, there will be bugs (and we had a massive Giant Peppered Roach inside that was over 3" long, which the kids thought was amazing!). Yes- getting there is a bit tricky and you'll need a 4x4 for the precarious driveway. And yes-it would be better if there was a working dishwasher, a microwave and air conditioning throughout instead of just the bedrooms. But this is Costa Rica, and if you're okay with the above, then you can't beat this place. Excellent communication from both owner Chris and local manager Mario, including a broken toilet seat fix within minutes when we had an issue, and a late checkout granted to help us out. The hammocks overlooking the ocean are a highlight, but our best evening was spent floating in the pool watching 15-20 howler monkeys playing and eating all around us.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Debbie S.

26 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Cliff house

Location is beautiful, however there were some issues. Dishwasher didn’t work, toaster was broken, fan was broken, plumbing was archaic. Very charming house, but definitely needs some work

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Parthena W.

7 Feb 2021

Liked: Location

It was okay

The great things about this place were the view and seeing the monkeys up close. This could be a really great place to stay if some things were taken care of. First, our contact gave us the wrong address to drive to, to find the house. We got lost. Then, we had to wait for our contact to get out of work to meet up with us to bring us to the house. Second, we were not informed ahead of our visit that the internet had been cut off because someone had stolen wires to the whole town. This was known before we drove down. Since we had kids who were in school remotely and an online job we needed to check in on, this made our visit less enjoyable. We had to drive in and find a restaurant to get our stuff done every day. It was a nuisance. One of the reasons we picked this house was because it had internet. We would have liked the option to cancel or to know beforehand so that we could get things done ahead of time i.e. to better prepare. Third, when we showed up, we were informed that something didn't work(can't remember what) and that the toilet made a sound all the time and that it was something that needed to be fixed. Fourth, some of the beds had uncomfortable mattresses. If they upgraded the mattresses it would be a plus. Fifth, the front gate was a little hard to open and in the end we couldn't get it closed. Lastly, spraying for bugs. We encountered some cockroaches, and some other small bugs in the bathtub. Yeah, we know Costa Rica is full of bugs but we had stayed in other places and didn't have this occur. It is a beautiful location. Just needs someone that can keep up on upkeep and be available locally. Having to speak to owners who are absent and not completely forthcoming was a downer.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Chris Stevens

We purchased our land in 2001. We designed the home to maximize the views, without clearing any significant trees. That's why when you are in it you feel like you are in an amazing treehouse, looking down on the gorgeous Costa Rican coastline. We own a General Contracting business in Palm Beach Florida, so building a rock solid home was paramount. We used sustainable materials wherever possible, and worked with the natural geography. It was built with love and care, and we believe that you will be able to feel that good energy once inside. We completed construction in 2005. We plan to retire here one day in the future, but in the mean time we have decided to share our little piece of paradise with others. We hope you enjoy our home as much as we do. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us directly if there is anything you need that Mario or Alleda can't provide. We really want you to enjoy your time in Costa Rica!

Why they chose this property

We first discovered Montezuma in 1991. We have seen many, many changes over the years. The one thing that never seems to change... is that just about every single person that comes to this area, falls in love with the place. There is just something about it that is difficult to describe. We have traveled extensively throughout the country over the last 30+ years but it was this area that continued to draw us back. It has the perfect balance of undeveloped beauty, amazing sense of community, and all that you NEED. Truly... Pura Vida.

What makes this property unique

Our home is above the town in a very serene setting. We see wildlife, have incredible views, and almost always enjoy the ocean breeze coming up the mountain. We are close to everything, yet just far enough from everything!

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