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Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise

Holiday home in Quepos with private pool and kitchen

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Pool, gardens and house on top of hill
Front of house and gardens
Pool area surrounded by lush vegetation from upper deck
Sun or shade by family size pool
Wildlife pictures all from the property, white crowned parrot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa La Macha
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise

Wow! Santa Fe style Casa Tropical offers quite a unique setting and hill top seclusion and privacy at the end of a residential road on an acre amongst the gardens and forest in Manuel Antonio. The full covered roof top terrace provides 360 degree spectacular views of the lush forest and gardens, the Pacific in the distance to the west and the 4,000 feet above sea level Talamanca Coastal Range to the north east. The seclusion of the house and higher elevation provides a daily abundance of wildlife.

Casa Tropical’s owners as of May 2017 have spent 10 years vacationing in Manuel Antonio and regularly visit the house. Casa Tropical has an excellent rental history and provides over 2,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space. Morning coffee on the roof top terrace, with ceiling fans and a bar is a must! Squirrel and capuchin monkeys are regular visitors from the adjacent lush forest. The wildlife watching from the roof is excellent with scarlet macaws introduced from a sanctuary very close to the property, as well as many toucans, parakeets and parrots regularly seen. On occasion even sloths are on or near the property. Even though most is here, we still recommend a walking tour of Manuel Antonio Park with Henry though! Casa Tropical is a very unique property and the "high ground" has its tremendous advantages!

Surrounding the home on the main and lower levels are covered tiled patio areas with ample outdoor seating surrounded by meticulous mature gardens. The main floor patio has ceiling fans for additional comfort. The pool is family sized with a shallow section for the “small ones” with a large pool deck and nice pool chairs and umbrellas. Choose from numerous lounge chairs or hammocks throughout the property for your afternoon siesta.

The main upper floor of the home boasts a fully functional kitchen with gas range, full size refrigerator as well as an outdoor BBQ for meal preparation. There is also comfortable family room area with a 50” TV, DVD player and upgraded WIFI and a washroom. Air flow from the breeze on top of the hill, combined with the ceiling fans, open concept windows and doors provide a comfortable main floor. Up to 8 adults can sleep comfortably in the 4 bedrooms on the ground level floor, with air conditioning in each of the 4 bedrooms. In the event your group has multiple small children up to 10 people can be accommodated. If your group is up to 12 with lots of children please inquire before booking. The master bedroom has its own washroom while the three bedrooms share a washroom. Three of the bedrooms also have direct outside access to the lower covered deck.

Ensuring everything goes as planned on your vacation and adding to your security, Andres, Ania and Kassandra separately reside on the property (but you would hardly know they are there, until you need something!) and have for over 15 years. Andres can arrange van transportation to and from the airport, or other parts of Costa Rica. Whatever tours or activities you desire, Andres will provide his recommendations and arrange. Most tours provide pick up and drop off at the house. The always helpful Andres loves the property and wildlife and will go out of his way to identify the birds and animals for you.

Ania and Kassandra provide regular housecleaning and laundry services for your personal laundry used while there. If you require laundry on arrival from your stay in another part of Costa Rica it can be sent out to an outside laundry service. Ania and Kassandra are excellent cooks and it can be arranged for them to prepare an excellent traditional Costa Rican meal at a reasonable price for you as well.

We hope your stay at Casa Tropical is your best vacation yet! Pura Vida!
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside. Pets require owner's approval in advance.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 3102737313

About the area

Quepos

El Cerro, a neighbourhood in Quepos, is home to this holiday home. Mountain Top Park and Zip Coaster 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 Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa La Macha - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playitas Beach - 9 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 10 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quepoa Sport Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Comidas Rápidas Picis - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Angel - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise located?

Located in El Cerro, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, Rancho Tipico don Juan and Cascada El Salto. Playa La Macha and Marina Pez Vela are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David M.

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Beautiful place once you find it

Great stay amazing view
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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Best House ever

We really loved the house. It was situated in the forest with animals all around. Beautiful property. Well kept clean. Friendly service.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey s.

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Amazing Property

Stunning place. Balconies everywhere including the fantastic roof top patio. Pool was perfect for our kids. House set up was perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melda B.

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Amazing view with tropical birds and monkeys

We stayed for four days and it was amazing! The house is very roomy with pool and the upper deck allows you to view all the birds and monkeys in trees. Andres was available for planning excursions and Cassandra and Anya cooked us a delicious dinner one night. Definitely would he back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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Wonderful Home

Our family loved Casa Tropical! The accommodations surpassed our expectations. We loved the animal visits - squirrel monkeys, scarlet macaws, toucans, and much more! We were ready to stay forever by the time our trip was over. We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

brett b.

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Unbelievably gorgeous

We had a wonderful time at Casa Tropical. It’s a beautiful home in a gorgeous setting.Andres was amazing. So helpful and kind. He really goes above and beyond to ensure a great time for everyone. Although we didn’t meet Kassandra in person, she was wonderful with keeping everything neat and tidy and washing our clothes for us halfway through. Andres went above and beyond and helping us with yours, taxis, restaurants, and anything we needed. He was very knowledgeable in regards to the wildlife around the property and when and where to spot them. We highly recommed Casa Tropical to anyone thinking of visiting the area.Thank you again for an amazing vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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Amazing home for a fantastic Costa Rican adventure!

Lovely house and grounds. Coffee on the rooftop watching the birds and wildlife is not to be missed. Andres made us feel so welcome, making numerous recommendations for activities and booking various tour arrangements, which were all great. Anna and Kassandra cooked us a delicious Costa Rican meal. We had a wonderful adventure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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Paradise

A true tropical paradise! So peaceful and beautiful! So enjoy the many birds, monkeys and iguanas on the property. Andres, Cassandra and Anna were very gracious to attend to our needs and the ladies cooked a delicious dinner our last night . Would definitely like to return in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimi H.

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Pure Vida

This house had everything we needed. Plenty of bedrooms for a family of six or more . A nice living rooms and sitting place inside. Lots of outdoor seating to view the amazing tropical property. Top floor 360 view open patio was definitely a morning and evening favorite spot. Property manager was helpful before and during the trip with absolute everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan S.

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Such a unique experience

Our family of 10, including 4 children, had the most memorable of getaways as Casa Tropical. What an amazing property — not sure if the online pics can do it justice. We felt we’ll taken care of from the help from Stephen pre-vacation to our interactions with Andres and family during our stay (including 2 delicious meals, generous laundry services, and coordination/advice on excursions). We would all return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie A.

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Amazing location and home

Casa Tropical is truly the best of both worlds. We were able to see many different types of birds. We were visited daily by the monkeys and provided our kids with so much entertainment. Andres was amazing in setting up our tour and helping us arrange transportation for our large party. This is a place you do not want to pass on. Ana and Kassandra are AMAZING cooks!! If you stay, you must have them cook one night for you. The pool was a great bonus to have and wind down from long days!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Dee L.

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Family Fun in Quepos

Our stay at Casa Tropical was delightful! The house was perfect for our two families (8). My favorite spot was the rooftop deck where I spotted Scarlet Macaws, toucans, beautiful sunsets, and even a summer storm. The kids loved the pool, but what we loved most of all were our dinners from Ana and Kassandra. They prepared the best food we ate in Costa Rica. Andres did an excellent job of arranging our tours. The white water rafting trip was our favorite followed very closely by the tour of Manuel Antonio National Park. We had a wonderful vacation and if we find our way back to Costa Rica we would love to stay at Casa Tropical again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucas A.

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Tropical oasis

After weeks, I am still missing and pining for Casa Tropical. Its in my dreams and the memories are still percolating amongst all of us. Iguanas in the gutters, parrots in the trees, toucans visiting at breakfast and frogs on the table in a massive thunderstorm on the roof. The house and the people caring for it and its guests are impeccable. We will be back and I cant hardly wait. .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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A fabulous place to stay!

The property is gorgeous - tons of birds and monkeys to be viewed from the covered open-air porch on the roof!!! The swimming pool is a huge treat! The beds were super comfy and we slept great in the air-conditioned bedrooms. Kassandra and Anna make amazing meals - you should definitely ask them to cook for you! The best meals we ate in the country were cooked by them at Casa Tropical. Andres is an amazing resource for booking local sights and guides. He set up numerous tours for us: a guide through Manuel Antonio National Park; a catamaran cruise; zip lining; waterfall rappelling at a local farm in the mountains. They were all fabulous! We will definitely be staying at this home again on our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rustin W.

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Sweet Retreat

This place is as good as the reviews say. My family absolutely loved this house. The pool area was great. The 3rd story patio is awesome. We saw so many birds and animals from up there. White faced monkeys came through the property daily and troop of like 20 squirrel monkeys came through one day and hung out. It was even cooler than anything we saw at Manuel Antonio. The house manager Andres was super responsive and helpful. Gave us quick recommendations for anything we wanted to do in the area. Kassandra took care of all of our laundry needs and was awesome. If we ever return to the area in the future, we are going to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke T.

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Highlight of our trip!

Simply amazing place to stay. Breakfast on the rooftop while tropical birds (toucans, etc.) perch nearby. Pool was enticing—clean, beautiful, surrounded by gorgeous flowers. We spent lots of time in the pool! We saw a monkey on the porch one morning. Nice furniture, great air conditioning and we’ll decorated inside. The host set up a few tours for us, which was very helpful. This place was such a delight to stay in, it was a highlight of our trip for us. Only suggestion for improvement is that the directions to the house could’ve been described more clearly. It took us a couple wrong turns before we got there. But it was worth it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renae C.

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Paradise in Costa Rica

What a beautiful home! The home was very clean with a wonderful kitchen! We meant to go to Manuel Antonio but after seeing all the wildlife surrounding us we decided to skip it. We saw white face and squirrel monkeys jumping through the trees for 2 days. My kids loved sitting on the top deck watching them. We say scarlet macaws, toucans, green parrots and many other birds. Iguanas in the trees and on the roof. We would leave to the beach but our kids always wanted to just hang at the house and swim in the pool. A great way to finish our trip to Costa Rica after traveling and touring other areas of the country. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

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Gorgeous Property

We loved this house! My kids called it a mansion! The three levels of living were perfect for our family of 7. We saw many birds, monkeys, and a sloth while we were there. The pool area was relaxing and fun for the kids. The air was super cold in the rooms, and it worked great. The kitchen was nice and big and allowed my son to cook for us easily. We had a ton of super dirty laundry from an excursion we took prior to coming to the property, and Andres arranged for a service to pick up and drop off our laundry for a fee.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andria M.

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Wildlife galore

We had an unforgettable stay at Casa Tropical near Manuel Antonio! The home is surrounded by incredible wildlife—during our visit we saw squirrel monkeys, capuchin monkeys, macaws, toucans, parrots, agoutis, a gladiator frog, iguanas, hummingbirds, and more. It felt like living in a nature documentary!The house itself is spacious, well-equipped, and beautifully maintained. There were plenty of beds and bathrooms for everyone to be comfortable, and the air conditioning in the bedrooms worked perfectly—cool and refreshing. The pool has been updated from the photos and is even more stunning in person, a perfect place to relax after a day of exploring.One unexpected gem was the library—something for everyone to read. Then there are plenty of peaceful spots around the home to unwind and read during our stay. The road up to the house is much easier to navigate than many others in the area, which made coming and going fairly hassle-free.Andres, the host, was incredibly welcoming. He greeted us upon arrival, walked us through everything the home had to offer (including how to call birds and other wildlife!), arranged our National Park tour, and offered great suggestions for other activities.Casa Tropical was the perfect home base for our Costa Rican adventure—comfortable, inspiring, and full of life in every sense. If we ever get an opportunity to come back, we will look no further than Casa Tropical.
Iguana on the roof
Squirrel monkeys: momma and baby
Gladiator frog on rooftop deck
Scarlet macaws
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

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Great experience!

This place was a major highlight of our trip. The property was beautiful and the pool was a great escape from the heat. The house had everything we needed for our stay. Andres was great to have around to help when we needed also. Pura Vida!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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Beautiful place

Casa tropical is a beautiful place filled with the most amazing wildlife. The pool and garden are so peaceful and relaxing. I enjoyed watching the birds every morning on the rooftop patio. We had daily monkey visits. I loved this place so much I didn't want to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma E.

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Amazing stay

This house is wonderful! Beautiful property. Lots of wildlife. Host was so helpful with setting up tours or just giving advice about where to shop/eat. Bedrooms are downstairs, living area upstairs. Laundry can be done but no washer/dryer to do your own laundry while there. We would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lissa C.

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Extraordinary experience!

Our family reunion at Casa Tropical was made extra special, largely because of the spectacular setting of this home. Each day was a sensory extravaganza of animals, and stunning flora and fauna,with so many options to experience the full extent of the location of this home. We referred to the upper deck as Jungle TV, where we could spend hours listening,and observing the natural wonders.Andres, the concierge, was welcoming,organized, professional and helpful. Anna and Kassandra prepared an unforgettable traditional meal. We hope to visit again one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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Casa Tropical is a fantastic vacation destination!

Gorgeous property, perfect for large family gatherings. We spent a lot of time on the upper level watching the birds, monkeys and even a sloth. The property manager was very helpful in organizing activities for us. The pool was fantastic as was the entire house. The road up to the house can be hard to find but once you are there you won’t want to leave!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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Absolutely Amazing!

We were a group of ten and our stay here was incredible. The house is immaculate, beautiful and spacious. The outdoor spaces and decks are so expansive it was hard to choose where to spend our time. We saw more wildlife here than we did anywhere else. The macaws flying through daily and troops of monkeys and the views were incredible! We regret not staying longer so we could have just enjoyed doing nothing but be at the house, it’s that great! Taking in the views, sounds and sights of the wildlife was something none of us will ever forget. We all highly recommend staying here! Thank you Steve and Andres for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

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