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Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE

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A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the landscape.
A modern multi-story building with a prominent staircase, large windows, and outdoor seating area.
A spacious room with a wooden dining table, wicker chairs, a white sofa, and a television. Large windows offer a view of the landscape.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and bar stools.
A dining area with a large table set for a meal, a chandelier, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Infinity pool
    A rare find - unwind in the stunning infinity pool
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Quepos, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Espadilla
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 8

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 9

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Quepos

Located in Valle Pura Vida, a neighbourhood in Quepos, this villa is in the mountains and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio Beach. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Quepos, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cascada El Salto - 9 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Espadilla - 13 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 18 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Playa La Macha - 25 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drunken Monkey - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Namaste - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vista Verde Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE have a pool?

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

Is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE located?

Located in Valle Pura Vida, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, Cascada El Salto and Rancho Tipico don Juan. Marina Pez Vela and Mountain Top Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best family vacation ever, this property has set the bar high for our next vacation destination
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2026
Thank you so much, Beth and Gary! We're thrilled to hear you had such an amazing family vacation. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home perfectly located. Camilo and Ronald are amazing. Super easy vacation where we had to think of very little. From initial booking, Camilo was in touch almost immediately, answering all our questions and crafting an expert itinerary. The home is perfect for relaxing and taking in the beauty. Having Ronald to cook was amazing. He did a great job accommodating dietary restrictions and suggesting dishes. Overall highly recommend!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
Thank you so much, Brooke! We’re so glad you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed everything. It was a pleasure hosting you! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2025
Thank you very much Alvaro ! We truly enjoyed hosting you and your beautiful family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house more that what we expected. Chef was Amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful and perfect. The chef and meals were beyond expectations. The house also exceeded expectations. We all had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec 2025
Hi Jim, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re truly happy to hear that everything was wonderful and that both the chef and the meals exceeded your expectations. It’s also great to know the house surpassed what you were hoping for. We’re delighted that your group had such a great time, and we would love to welcome you back anytime in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view, the house, the incredible meals by Chef Ronald, the hospitality of property manager Camillo, the Macaw fly-by’s, Tuscans in the trees and daily visit by the squirrel monkeys, and evening cocktails by the pool with incredible sunsets as a backdrop- everything was simply exceptional!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2026
Hi Barbara, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly happy to hear you enjoyed the views, the home, the amazing meals by Chef Ronald, and Camillo’s hospitality. It’s great to know the wildlife and sunsets made your stay even more special. We would love to welcome you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!!

The house is beautiful, food was great, everything was really impressive. We had a great time,!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2025
Hi Brian, thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the house, the food, and your time with us. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to welcome you again soon! Best regards,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Private Retreat!

Great property with great staff. 5 Stars for Chef Ronald!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing in all ways

5 Stars without a doubt - amazing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely stunning. The views are incredible, Pacific Ocean on one side and mountain views on the other, with a beautiful infinity pool in between. Every room in the house has breathtaking views, which makes the experience even more special.Camilo, the concierge, was extremely responsive and helped us with anything we needed. Chef Ronald’s food was excellent and he was very accommodating to all of our requests. Nelly, the housekeeper, kept the home spotless and even did our laundry, which was such a treat.We even had monkeys come visit us by the pool! The location was perfect, and you truly couldn’t ask for a more beautiful or relaxing place to stay. We would absolutely return and highly recommend this home.
The Mafia leader
Incredible sunsets
Exhilarating sunrises
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2026
Thank you so much Brandie, we truly enjoyed hosting your beautiful family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring break

Amazing house, staff, and views everyone had a blast
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2023
Thank you Shane, thank you very much for staying with us. We look forward to see you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is impossible to say how incredible our experience was at Villa Celaje. The location on the mountain top overlooking the sea and the mountains was amazing. The expansive space (8 bedrooms plus an apartment) was more than enough for our family of 16. But the very best of our visit to Costa Rica were the people who took such good care of us! Ronald,, our chef, was creative and excellent in preparing food for our family which ranged in age from 2 to 78! He instinctively knew what to prepare and our meals were exceptional. His assistant was so sweet and helped create an artistic fresh fruit platter! Camilo was our concierge and he took care of so many details. He made sure every moment of our trip was beyond expectation. We were so fortunate to have found this amazing house in a beautiful country. It will be hard to top this vacation for our three generational family!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Robin, thank you so much for your amazing words! It truly means a lot to us. We’re so happy you and your family had such a special experience — we’d love to host you again anytime! 🌿✨
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!!

Not a bad word I can say. Chef Ronald was great and Sabrina was a great help. Would definitely recommend this place..
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Hi Rob, Thank you for your 5 star review and we are thrilled that you and your group had a wonderful stay. We hope to see you again in the future, Don Founder, CR Vacation Properties
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding Trip!

One of the best trips and experiences we have had. From booking, check in, concierge, and the chef was amazing. House was beautify and nicely appointed. Would 100% go back and highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2022
Thank you Chris. We hope to see you guys again soon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing birthday weekend

The pictures do not do this beautiful house justice. The views from all rooms were fantastic. Not only that the staff was phenomenal for my trip. This was definitely one of the best places I’ve ever stayed at and my birthday trip amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2022
Thank you Brea , it was such a pleasure hosting you guys! Please spread the word and come back anytime to visit :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property and hosts

Everything about this property and the hosts is amazing. The house is stunning but the staff that comes with it is even better. The concierge (Camilo) is friendly and efficient. Ronald the cook and is wonderful beyond description. Nelly who cleans is friendly and comprehensive. Everything was superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
We truly enjoyed hosting you guys. Thank you very much for staying with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Better than advertised!

14 family members from 3 different locations came together for a week of adventure, wonderful chef prepared meals, maid service, concierge service. Each and every service provider associated with the house were top quality. The house was beyond what we expected. We would return without a doubt!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled the house and services exceeded expectations. Can’t wait to welcome you all back! 🌴
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1st class Vacation

This House is spectacular. Chef Ronald is amazing as well as the other staff . Our concierge Camilo took care of all our needs and is fantastic to work with. I highly recommend this property. The views are beautiful and the outdoor space with pool is great.We had a group of 16 people and never felt cramped . We’ll be back for sure .
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2025
Hi Mark, thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the house, Chef Ronald's cooking, and the excellent service from our team, especially Camilo. We're glad the space was comfortable for your group, and that you were able to enjoy the beautiful views and outdoor pool area. We look forward to welcoming you back! See you soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic vacation! Book this house! The house is beautiful and lived up to the photos and our expectations, but the staff is really what makes this experience stand out. We had a group of 9 adults and 7 children aged 1-15 and everyone had a great experience. Camilo the concierge arranged transfers and tours, he provided a helpful list of tours to choose from and will also provided feedback on any other activities you’re considering. Ronald cooked delicious fresh meals we all enjoyed, and we loved not having to do any dishes. Nelly kept the house clean and even does your laundry a couple times per week. It was amazing! Gorgeous area, lots of wildlife, fun activities, and fantastic people. If you’re considering this property do not hesitate to book!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We’re truly happy to hear that your group had such a wonderful stay. It’s great to know that the house lived up to your expectations and that our team helped make your experience special. Camilo, Ronald, and Nelly will be thrilled to hear your kind words — they genuinely care about making every stay unforgettable. We’re also glad your group enjoyed the area, the wildlife, and the activities. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Don't Think - Just Book It!!

This was an absolute dream of a vacation! We have stayed in another house around the same area before and didn't think anything could top that trip - Well this house/trip did! From the wildlife we saw every morning, to Chef Ronald's meals being perfection, to Camilo setting up everything we need, it was perfect! We are already wanting to go back! You will not regret renting this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that this trip exceeded your expectations and created such a memorable experience. From the incredible wildlife to Chef Ronald’s amazing meals and Camilo’s attentive service, it sounds like everything came together perfectly. We’d love to welcome you back anytime—let us know when you’re ready for another unforgettable stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Vacation

We had such an amazing time on our vacation and the property was every bit as beautiful as the photos. We saw more wildlife at the property than anywhere else and the staff is amazing. Ronald is an incredible cook and so friendly...I wish we could bring him with us back home. Katherine and Camilo are equally as amazing and it wouldn't have been close to the same experience without them.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Greetings and thank you for taking the time to generate such a wonderful review and we are thrilled to hear that you had a magical vacation and that our dedicated staff was very accommodating. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to see you again in the future. Pura Vida Team CR Vacation Properties
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best VRBO in Quepos

Exceeded all expectations. House/pool/etc we’re amazing. Chef Ronaldo is incredible. Always clean thanks to Catalina and Camilo answers texts quickly. Felt super safe and secluded. No bugs in the house and tons of space for multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Vacation

This was my third time staying at this property. It is absolutely beautiful with incredible views. Our concierge Camilo , Chef Ronald and Katherine made our trip . Camilo took care of all our needs . Chef Ronald made amazing dinners and even cooked some of the fish we caught . Katherine kept the house spotless. Can’t wait to come back a forth time !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2023
Thank you Matt, it is always a pleasure having you at the villa. You guys are amazing and we can wait to see you again in the near future!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Three generation family of 15

Tremendous home. Loved Quepos & loved Costs Rica. Ronald, Rjiti & Kathryn tested us royally. Camilo was great & always available for anything we needed. You guys are the greatest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!!

The pictures don’t do this place justice. It’s stunning with amazing views from any room. I traveled with 11 friends and we had plenty of room. The food was great and Ronald had great conversation too! I would definitely book again, I’ve actually given out the link to 3 people since returning to the states.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Sept 2022
Thank you Ashley, it was such a pleasure hosting you . Please come back in the future :) . Thank you for sharing the properties with your friends!
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