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Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate

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Pool
Interior
Miscellaneous
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Top Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Rancho Tipico don Juan
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1 - Master

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6 - Guests bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate

Located high in the hills of Manuel Antonio, The Rainforest Estate offers luxury living in a jungle setting. The house features over 6,000 sq feet of living space and a full range of modern amenities. The mountain and ocean views are breathtaking, and fabulous sunsets are a daily highlight.

Among the many highlights of the home are an expansive, fully equipped kitchen and family room that opens to a large swimming pool with floor to ceiling sliding doors, which allow constant ocean breezes to pass through the home year round. The villa is air-conditioned throughout and features a billiard table, an outdoor bar and BBQ area and wireless internet among its amenities. The 6 bedroom Rainforest Estate is an ideal home in which to entertain. Full concierge service is included. Maid service is every other day, excepting Sundays and holidays.

The lower level features 2 king bedrooms with ensuite bath, and a common living area with refrigerator and kitchenette. A private balcony looks out onto the surrounding rainforest.

The master bedroom and ensuite bathroom is located on the main floor and has its own access to the ocean view terrace. Two upstairs bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, share a common lounge area that can be converted into a 6th bedroom perfect for families or groups with kids, the space features 4 sets of bunk beds and a double sleeper sofa.

Our house can accommodate up to 22* guests.

The Rainforest Estate is conveniently located 10 minutes drive the the Manuel Antonio National Park and its beautiful beaches, the world class Marina Pez Vela is located 8 minutes apart. A vast array of great restaurants are in just a 5 minutes drive from our home.

*After 14 guests there is $50 fee per person, per night.

AWD or 4WD vehicle is recommended to access the property.
House is sourced with private well water. Guests are suggested to bring bottled water.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Host has indicated that 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Quepos

Located in Manuel Antonio, a neighbourhood in Quepos, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mountain Top Park - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Rancho Tipico don Juan - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa Espadilla - 12 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 17 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Namaste - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Karolas Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate?

As of 4 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate on 30 May, 2026 start from S$1,060, 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 Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Epic Wildlife, Jungle & Ocean View! Near Manuel Antonio Park - Rainforest Estate located?

Located in Manuel Antonio, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cascada El Salto and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Mountain Top Park and Rancho Tipico don Juan are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Amazing Amazing. The perfect place, we adored it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pavlina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at this villa in Costa Rica was nothing short of exceptional. The property itself is beautifully maintained—spotlessly clean, incredibly spacious, and thoughtfully designed to make you feel both comfortable and immersed in the natural surroundings.The location truly couldn’t be better. We were just minutes away from amazing restaurants, cafes, and a wide variety of activities, making it easy to explore and enjoy everything the area has to offer. It struck the perfect balance between convenience and tranquility.One of the most unforgettable parts of our stay was the daily visits from wildlife—monkeys and sloths right at the house! It felt like a private nature experience that made our trip even more special.The host went above and beyond to make our stay seamless. From helping us book activities to recommending fantastic restaurants, their attentiveness and care made a huge difference. Every detail was handled with thoughtfulness and professionalism.We truly couldn’t have asked for a better villa or location. This was a perfect stay in every way, and we would absolutely return.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melissa l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house. Plenty of room for twelve adults with six bedrooms and 6.5 baths, large kitchen, lots of seating options, and good a/c. The concierges were great to work with and always responded timely (Hazel and Jorge). Pool and balconies were awesome and we saw monkeys, toucans, and parrots every day. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marisse M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here as a group of 3 familes (5 adults and 7 teenagers) and we had so much space to spread out. We could have easily fit another family and not felt overcrowded. The house definitely lives up to its name. We saw so many animals during the course of the week here and were truly immersed in the rainforest. It is up a VERY steep driveway/road which is not for the faint of heart to drive at night for the first time, but you get used to it.Hazel took care of booking all of our excursions and was very responsive to all my questions before we arrived. Jorge was our concierge once we arrived and he was amazing. Anytime we had a question, an issue with the house or needed a meal or groceries delivered he took care of it right away. They both made our trip stress free!The pool is so much bigger than it appears in the pictures which was a welcome surprise because usually it is the other way around. The house is well equipped with plenty of pool towels and even Turkish towels to take on excursions which housekeeping will wash every other day. That was appreciated because the house doesnt have an accessible washer/dryer. The kitchen has everything you need to cook for a big group of people and there is a grill out by the pool. I would definitely recommend booking a few meals with the private chef. Chef Cris provided us with a couple of amazing dinners while we’re there.If you are big group and considering this hoose, do not hesitate!
Gorgeous pool area
Scarlet Macaws nesting next to the house
A visit from the squirrel monkeys
The monkeys stole our bananas
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren P.

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

Great location for family get together

This is a great location and Jorge is amazing. The whole team at rain forest estate is great
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. The driveway is very steep. No washer and dryer which was needed. The house is beautiful and very comfortable. There are quite a few stairs to get from the parking into the house. We were visited by 2 scarlet McCaws on the deck rail. Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Jungle Oasis

We had such a wonderful stay! The property is beautiful, just as pictured, and the staff was extremely helpful in assisting with scheduling tours and offering suggestions. We saw toucans and macaws, and a sloth every night! The pool and amenities were amazing and we loved every minute of our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Amazing!!!

It was an amazing trip!! The place was so beautiful and peaceful. The nature is incredible. So sad to leave!! Jorge was so responsive. Definitely get the chef!! I wanted to steal him and take him home! Can't wait to go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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

Beautiful house!

We had family in town visiting: 5 adults and 2 kids. This house was perfect! We saw a beautiful toucan right outside the kitchen window, heard howler monkeys, saw white faced monkeys on the front porch, and spider monkeys are bananas right out of our hands on the back deck. Bea and Daniel (owners) are wonderful people and always available when needed. I would definitely stay here again next time we're in Manuel Antonio!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

WOW!!!! Luxury in the Jungle

We stayed for 2 weeks Feb. 2018. The house is beautiful. We enjoyed the amazing views from every room in the house. Wildlife surrounds the house. We were overjoyed to see Sloths, Monkeys, Macaws and Toucans all while floating in our own huge private swimming pool. The owners Bea & Daniel are very helpful and have plenty of knowledge of the area. We enjoyed our stay immensely. Cindy & family
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

3 family getaway

We had 3 families - myself and my two boys, my GF and her son and daughter and my sister and her two boys. The house was roomy, everyone could get together or away if they wanted. 5 major bedrooms with at least a King and bathroom and a common bedroom with bunk beds for 4 and a King. Jorge the concierge was phenomenal! Anything you need, text him and it's taken care of. Truly a phenomenal experience...
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

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

Beyond beautiful and healing

The owner's are absolutely the kindest people I have ever met. Anything you need or need to know they can help with. My family and I stayed here for about a week and I couldn't of been happier with everything. The home is not only stunning with some of the most beautiful views I've ever seen but the it's absolutely immaculate with plenty of space for everyone. Everything is so clean and easy to use. The pool is so beautiful and relaxing. So much space and comfortable seating in the pool area with stunning views and of course the curious monkeys that come to investigate. In all I am looking forward to booking again and couldn't recommend this home and the beautiful and kind owners Bea and Daniel enough. They made our stay absolutely Pura Vida.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shade N.

THE GREAT ESCAPE

My best friend and I had a great time. Bea was the sweetest host. She was available for anything we needed and advised us with the best excursions, restaurants and shops around. The house is pretty far up on the hill and away from everything( wouldn’t recommend walking) However, the cab fares were pretty reasonable $8-$10 but can get costly depending on how many times you’re going in and out throughout the day. Overall the house is gorgeous! The wildlife and nature surrounding the villa is a dream.We got to feed the monkeys who came swinging around one morning. They were my favorite part. I had a great time, awesome choice!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Amazing house in an amazing setting

Valle Pura Vida, or as we knew it, the Rainforest Estate, was even better than advertised. House is spacious and beautiful, and the setting is amazing - nested up in the trees with great views to ocean and mountains. Wildlife, especially birds, were abundant. We saw monkeys, macaws, toucans, and a host of resident and migratory birds. The pool is great and the pool table provided lots of entertainment. You will not be disappointed. One of the best features of the house is Hazel (who helps before you arrive and can book a host of activities for you) and Jorge, the onsite concierge. Like every Costa Rican we met, they were both super nice. Jorge was always available, friendly, and quick to help, esp. arranging taxis. We did not have a car and did not need one. We had an absolute blast in Costa Rica and this house was such a great anchor for us. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

Amazing home, amazing hosts, amazing location with wildlife everywhere!!!

From the moment we arrived Béa and Daniel felt like family! Their home is stunning! Everything is perfect for an incredible vacation of a lifetime. The pool and outdoor bar/patio is perfect for lazy days just listening to birds, monkeys, and other animals. Watching the sloth was a big hit and getting a video of Flo moving was so exciting! We enjoyed cooking in the fully stocked kitchen and even had our friends join us for a dinner gathering with swimming and game of pool. House is close to many great eateries and the tour company for whitewater rafting and canyoning was just around the corner. Music surround sound is there and we loved playing old folk music, jazz and Costa Rica tunes. We had to see the clinic located very close in Quepos and Dr Keven came in from his home on a holiday to treat my Dad for pain. Easy and affordable! Nice to have a modest 4x4 for easy access. Loved hearing about Béa and Daniels life and journey together plus their Cost Rica outings! This home is a hit it out of the park place! Thank you both for your care and hospitality! Hugs a million!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The check-in process was smooth and Jorge was very helpful. The house itself is beautiful, and spacious — perfect for our family of 9. However, there are a few things future guests should know. The driveway is extremely steep and not accurately described in the listing — a 4x4 vehicle is absolutely necessary. The kitchen is dated but functional. One major surprise was that you cannot flush toilet paper, which was not mentioned in the listing — very off-putting.The primary bathroom’s jacuzzi tub didn’t work properly, and the shower is located outdoors. Water pressure was low, and hot water ran out quickly. Despite the home’s size, there’s only one small TV for the entire house.The biggest issue was that the water shut off completely on our third night. We notified the concierge at 10 PM, but no emergency help was provided. With no running water, our group couldn’t use the restroom or wash up until after 8 AM the next day. We later found out the cause was a major break in their plumbing system — a pipe on the property had burst and was leaking heavily. This caused distress for our elderly mother and forced us to check out a day early. I believe Jorge did his best, but the host, Hazel, was dismissive, unhelpful, and blamed external factors — which were not the cause.This home has great potential, but the plumbing failure and poor emergency response made for a frustrating and disappointing end to our stay. Beautiful house, but poorly managed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie V.

Great property! Incredible views!

Just returned from a week long stay at this property and we are so happy with our decision to stay at this lovely home! This house is situated high on a hill with encredible views of the mountains on the poolside and sunset/ocean views from the front deck. We met the sloth that hangs out by the pool as well as the mischevious monkeys who decided to come visit us while we were swimming in the pool. We had plenty of room for the 7 of us and this house had just about everything needed. As great as the House is, the best part of the property is the owners. Never having been to Costa Rica before and not being that comfortable with international travel, Bea and Daniel ensured every detail of our visit was tended to. They gave us a list of all the activities close by and we simply had to tell them what we wanted to do and the rest was taken care of, from transportation to knowing which meals would be included, etc. Bea was always very responsive by text to any questions or concerns we had and even helped me with my Spanish so I could help my boys play some pickup soccer with some local kids in Quepos. The people of Costa Rica are very welcoming and the food was delicious. We can’t say enough wonderful things about this trip! Our family will cherish the memories we made during our time in Costa Rica for years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Lovely Stay

This home is spacious! Family of 8 traveling to the Manuel Antonio area. Jorge, concierge, stayed closely in touch with us our day of arrival and met us at the home upon our arrival! He texted us helpful pictures of exactly where to turn to access the neighborhood. It's not that far off the main road at all. He reviewed everything upon arrival and was easily reached by phone call or text should you need anything. Never had to wait for a response! He gave wonderful recommendations and went out of his way to make sure we were all comfortable and well taken care of. I felt like he was an excellent resource and it felt like we had a local "friend" in the area! We all enjoyed the pool every evening and may I highly suggest getting chef services to come and cook a meal for you! We all agreed it was one of the best meals we ever had! I believe the chef's name was Mangata and "WOW" what a marvelous meal!!!! Hazel or Jorge could arrange for you and I highly recommend it after a long day of touring. The sunsets off the front porch were lovely every evening. I throughly enjoyed the outdoor shower every morning off the master bedroom. What a wonderful way to wake up to singing birds. Keep your eyes upward as I saw a couple of Scarlett Macaws flying overhead. So wonderful to see them in the wild. There is a nice grocery store not too far away which also delivers. The driveway is a bit steep, but after the first day you get used to it! We had a splendid stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

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

Wonderful Casa “The Rainforest Estate”

Such a great room house. We had 6 adults and two children (2 & 5). This house could have accommodated more people. Beautiful, comfortable, all the amenities we were looking for. The pool was a bit cool late in the afternoon because it would be in the shade but it didn’t keep us out. Jorge was available by text every time we had a question or needed a ride (I would recommend not renting a car for a stay under 2 weeks). The only issue we had is trying to arrange the Nature Tour in Manuel Antonio, he told us to register directly on line but the site would not take our registration, tried multiple times with his suggestions, he even had spots held for us. He then tried to register for us after 24+hours of trying and it was completely booked. Disappointing. Absolutely loved being in the rainforest (only 20 minutes from a beach). We had monkeys visit every morning and completely entertain us for a half hour daily. We saw Toucans,, Macaws, hummingbirds plus so many other species. We even had an iguana visit around the pool and in the trees a few days. A recommendation would be hire the chef for dinner at least one night. It was delicious and reasonable. Wish we had planned for him at least another night. Do note that the house was up quite a few very steep hills and unless you are a strong hiker they were difficult to navigate. We used 🚖 for everything and they were reasonably priced. I would give this a 5 star rating and highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya H.

Paradise like never before!

Our 2 family stay at Casa Fleur de Lis was an absolutely unforgettable vacation! What an incredible way to ring in 2018 - our week here was absolute heaven. And Bea and Daniel were the most incredible homeowners / hosts we have ever experienced. Pictures will never ever do this home justice. You have to see it to believe it. You are immersed in nature and in luxury all at the same time. The house was literally 5-10 minutes from everything and sooooo many great restaurants nearby as well as Manuel Antonio National Park...yet it was such an incredibly private location! The house was impeccable, the beds divine, and the amenities (pool, games, books, etc) out of this world. For such a large and grand house it felt like ‘home’. We saw squirrel monkeys, white faced capuchin monkeys, and so many birds. We fell asleep to crickets chirping each night. The outdoor shower was heavenly as you looked into the rainforest and the views from all the balconies and pool deck were breathtaking every moment. We were literally so alive and in awe every second we were there. Even the rains were delightful as we sat on the balcony with massive roof extending many feet out to protect you. Bea and Daniel gave us so many great tips for restaurants & beaches and set up our jungle Jeep tour which was fantastic. And I was so impressed with the respect they show for their natural surroundings and they have wonderful environmental ethics with water and energy. The open air house means you can be ‘outside’ from morning til night and often we didn’t want to leave the house at all! So many unforgettable memories and we hope one day to return to this mountain jungle paradise high over Manuel Antonio. Thank you Bea and Daniel - may our paths cross again! PURA VIDA!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

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

Gorgeous home, lots of wildlife, HOT!

We traveled in early April 2019 with our 3 teens and a single friend with her teen. We had a wonderful trip in general. Loved the country, the beaches, the unbelievably lovely home with bratty "mafia" capuchin monkeys who came to the pool, huge iguanas, sloths in the trees. Truly paradise. I would recommend probably scheduling fewer outings and just having time to really enjoy the pool and beaches -- they're spectacular. This part of the country is HOT in April, however, over 100 degrees while we were there, and despite having air conditioning as a major selling-point of this house, apparently it is so expensive to run that the hosts very actively and repeatedly encouraged NOT using it except in the evening/overnight. Which sounds reasonable except that if you come home baked from a long day, and turn on an AC in the late afternoon, there will be several hours before it is cool enough to actually hang out and cook or socialize in the common area. This leads to everyone hanging out in their bedrooms, playing on their phones, which sort of defeats the purpose of a family vacation. Daniel mansplained in detail how experiencing dripping sweat is good for you, as I rolled my eyes. Apparently Europeans are much less used to AC than Americans, which is fine, but not really the issue; we don't even own AC in the US but would if the average temps in summer were over 100! So they should exclusively rent to people who love HOT temps during these seasons. Still, I would highly recommend the home and its wonderful owners. The pool was fantastic, the beach was close and beautiful. Restaurants were easy to get to. The house is immense. Hammocks were so lovely. The river rafting is a bit unexciting in the dry season - lots of time spent getting the raft off rocks; but still fun guides and cool. The kids loved zip-lining, although it is not really a way to see wildlife. The showers were great. LOVED the final day when it rained, and the rainforest went nuts -- sitting on the deck with animals going wild all around. Magical!! Rather unbelievably, we skipped going to Manuel Antonio as we had more wildlife early in the morning from our pool area and to/from the beach than would be seen traipsing with 100's of people in 100 degrees mid-day in the game park.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Amy B.

Not what we hoped for

Renting this house is more like renting a portion of a house with the owners still there rather than renting the house by yourselves. If you want privacy, this is not the house for you. On the positive side, the house is in a good location and is nice looking, large and has a great pool. On the negative side: the house gets extremely hot in the afternoons. It does have ac units but the owners said we could only run them when we were there. If you want to leave it in on while you run to dinner so it cools down enough to sleep or spend time together in the den in the early evening without melting, you can't. The owners will remind you to not run the ac and will come in to shut them off while you are away. So most nights while we wanted to play a game together in the den or just watch a movie, we couldn't due to the heat. Also the owners will enter your rented portion of the house every day. One night, my son did not feel well and did not leave with us for dinner. The owners walked right in the front door without knocking. It made him very uncomfortable. We ate out all but one time due to the bugs in the kitchen. The house also needs some maintenance and upkeep. The appliances in the kitchen have seen better days and the only TV left in the house is small and lacking a remote for the cable service. Yes, vacations are not about watching TV, but it is nice to relax from time to time with a movie. The fixtures in the bathrooms also needed some attention with lose knobs and a few sinks that did not drain well. We do understand that vacation rental homes have issues, but at this price point you do expect better conditions. We are VRBO homeowners ourselves and travel often. We loved Costa Rica and the local people but unfortunately felt we were being watched at this house, never could relax and we could never cool down without being in the pool. The high rental cost of this house should have been more than enough to cover any electricity costs for ac. We have rented several houses on VRBO and have always had a great experience. Unfortunately this house was not the relaxing, comfortable and private house we had hoped to rent for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderful stay on a gorgeous property. A group of 7 of stayed for 1 week and had an incredible time. Here are the points of interest if you are considering this property: 1. Location: Tucked back in the jungle on a steep (but mostly paved) mountain road. It is less than 1 mile from the main road that runs from Manuel Antonio to Quepos. Close to many restaurants and shops, but not really within walking distance unless you are in for some steep treks. The last 1/4 mile up the drive to the house is steep. We drove in a 12 person van and I initially thought we wouldn't make it. After a few attempts it made it to the top. After awhile I got the knack for backing up onto the other drive and gunning it to the top while dropping gears. No worries after that. Pura Vida! 2. Amenities: House is very spacious with a great pool to refresh after a warm day exploring. Beautiful views of the surrounding jungle and mountains. Each room is beautifully decorated. The windows and doors are large sliding glass panels that open up to give a breeze throughout the house. I initially thought it would be very warm but most days it was pleasant and great having the fresh air. Separate AC units in each bedroom and main area. Main area one can be run from late afternoon to late night. Bedroom ones used throughout the night. I am generally very hot, but was very comfortable at the house. The owners do the laundry for the guests. We generally had ours done every 2 - 3 days. So we were able to still pack light and have fresh clothes replenished. 3. Owners: The owners are very friendly and informative. They reside nearby and are on-call if you have any questions or issues. I generally kept in contact via whatsapp with any questions or concerns. They also booked our tours with reputable agencies. The house has some minor rules to follow to ensure a safe and enjoyable stay. Mostly related to keeping the house (and Costa Rica) enjoyable for current and future guests. 4. Wildlife: We saw more wildlife around the house than on our tours and exploring: various monkeys, iguanas, giant grasshoppers, scorpion, dart frog, sloths, bats, tucans, and the occasional dog that would follow us back after a walk. Overall it was an outstanding stay. We hope to return to this property. You really can't go wrong with staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda w.

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

Amazing house

Upon our arrival, we were amazed by how understated the photos and description of the property is. The house is enormous and layed out perfect for a large group. The pool is massive with a great deep end and sitting area. The views are spectacular and the daily visits from monkeys, toucans, sloth, and macaws was a great way to start each day. Jorge our concierge was extremely attentive and helped organize and reserving our activities. His recommendations were all spot on. Louisa our housekeeper is five star all the way!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Wesley T.

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

Great location for groups

5 of us stayed here recently. This house is HUGE, was probably too much space for us, but it is AWESOME. The house manager was great, 100% accessible whenever we needed him, which was nice to know. He took care of scheduling excursions and any updates we had. The location is great, easy to get to Quepos or Manual Antonio. As other users have mentioned, the drive is STEEP. We had two small front-wheel drive cars and they were fine, it was a bit more challenging in any rain, but you will make it up the big hill (you'll see when you get there). The pool is a lovely refresh for those hot days. We had the Chef come in twice to make dinner, totally worth it. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Only one person in a group speaks some Spanish and we were totally fine in any town we went to.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mariana Vargas

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Why they chose this property

With a large swimming pool, indoor billiard table, an outdoor bar and BBQ area, The Rainforest Estate is an ideal home in which to entertain. Full concierge service is included. Maid service is every other day, excepting Sundays and holidays.
The Rainforest Estate is conveniently located a short 10 minute drive to Manuel Antonio Park, the beautiful beach, and the modern Pez Vela Marina.

What makes this property unique

Our pre-arrival and on site Concierge will assist in making your trip to The Rainforest Estate unforgettable.
Every other day cleaning service.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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