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A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views !

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Exceptional

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 105000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
‪13 min walk‬
Marina Pez Vela
‪16 min walk‬
Manuel Antonio Beach
Quepos (XQP)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views !

Panoramic, unspoiled and unique are just a few adjectives that describe the view from this stunning villa.

Also please check out our other listings & their REVIEWS: HA #313148 & #7598275!

There are not many places where you will witness the perfection of nature and its range of colors. You will be served in terms of tranquility as there are no houses in front of you and not a single sound of road traffic: Here nature seems to rule for a change and the sound of the ever present toucans, tropical birds, monkeys will remind why you chose Manuel Antonio as one of the best destinations in the world. It may sound as if you are far from everything but a realistic 8 min drive to the beach or national park is hardly a price to pay for such tranquility and beauty. Located on the exclusive El Salto Estate of Manuel Antonio you will enjoy the benefits of this high end gated community: Private paths for hiking and your morning exercises, security, exclusivity …
With 5000 sq feet of space, your friends or family will enjoy all areas of the villa . The spacious shaded balcony will no doubt be the main hangout area inviting you into the infinity edge pool. The kitchen & living area flow perfectly into the outside space with its comfortable loungers, outside dinning space hammock and BBQ area. How strange that the ocean breeze punctually seems to impose itself just around mid morning when you need it most ? The villa always feels fresh and breezy.
We have taken time to select the best orthopedic beds with soft cotton sheets which a villa of this type demands. Each bedroom has a king size bed, fans and AC. The lounge area is perfect with 3 comfortable sofas, a 50” Satellite TV with over 200 channels. The fully equipped kitchen is open plan and occupies the center of the social area. If you decide to select the chef service option you will be spoiled with fantastic cuisine depending on your choice. We also understand that doing cleaning is not on your list during your stay which is why we will take care of that on a daily basis. Laundry can be done for you every other day. Our laundry room cannot be used by guests as this is our store room too. Our staff are well trained to look after you so just relax and enjoy life ....

Property manager

Olivier Collin

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Suitable for children but perhaps not infants

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside the villa

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 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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Quepos

Located in Quepos, this villa is in a rural area. Marina Pez Vela and Mountain Top Park 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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas

What's nearby

Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Marina Pez Vela - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Playa Espadilla - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
Playa La Macha - 12 min drive - 2.5 km
Biesanz Beach - 13 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

Quepos (XQP) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Runaway Grill - ‬4 min drive
‪Soda Sánchez - ‬11 min walk
‪Ristorante L' Angolo - ‬13 min walk
‪Gelateria Amorosi - ‬3 min drive
‪El Gran Escape - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views ! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views !?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views !?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Glimpse of paradise, unbeatable views ! located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Rancho Tipico don Juan, Marina Pez Vela and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Nahomi Park and Manuel Antonio Expeditions are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

18 May, 2025

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

Absolutely incredible!

We loved every single thing about this amazing house! Natalia, the property manager, is beyond helpful. She provided so many great recommendations- fishing charter, waterfall/hanging bridges excursions, in home private chef, restaurants, and grocery delivery. She answered every single (and there were many) question I had. The views from the house are breathtaking, beds are very comfortable, kitchen is well stocked with necessities for cooking, and it was such a treat to have a housekeeper clean and do the laundry every other day. Highly recommend this incredible property and we would love to stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

3 Jan, 2025

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

Beautiful Property!

Perfect property overlooking the mountains. Infinity pool, expansive deck and everything you need for a large family gathering.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

11 Feb, 2025

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

Absolute paradise

This house is exactly as advertised and more. The views are stunning. We woke up early every morning to watch the sunrise. The visits from all the wildlife was amazing - we saw monkeys, sloths, macaws, and toucans. The house manager Natalia was extremely helpful in planning excursions and assisting with private chef services. We had breakfast and dinner provided for us a couple days during our stay and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this house!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

4 Nov, 2024

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

Beautiful vacation spot

The house is absolutely beautiful, the view is gorgeous and Naty was very helpful and responsive. Overall great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusty F.

29 Jan, 2025

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

Beautiful home, great for our group!

We had a wonderful stay at the property–it felt clean and spacious and like a true getaway. The surrounding area was beautiful and we were treated to the sounds of animals in the surrounding forest and a few animal visitors, too. The pool is lovely and a much appreciated respite after days out hiking or at the beach. Communication with the house manager was easy and she was always available to answer questions or help with planning. The taxi drivers she connected us with were always prompt and friendly. We would absolutely stay here again! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

22 Feb, 2025

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

Amazing Luxury and Adventure

We had an absolutely wonderful time at our house in El Salto Estates. The property was fabulous- the best we have ever rented. Having Tamara clean the house and do laundry daily was an added benefit to staying at the already luxurious property. We loved the infinity pool and the spaciousness of the home. Our concierge Naty was always on top of everything, helping us out with a last minute transportation problem at SJO and all throughout the week with any and all questions. She also booked us an amazing horseback riding trip. The week was topped off with a gourmet dinner at home made by Chef Luz. Everything was absolutely outstanding!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

17 Apr, 2024

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

Christmas Vacation

This property and the staff were simply amazing! Best family vacation ever!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

18 May, 2024

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

May Birthday Trip

Our stay here was better than we could have ever imagined. Natalie made everything so easy and convenient. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

14 Jul, 2024

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

Texas Travelers

Great house! Beautiful view! Wonderful pool!! A bit far from restaurants but Naty sent us delivery options, and we have a Chef cook for us 2 nights. All our activities were coordinated by Naty & they were perfect! Overall great vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liana B.

4 Aug, 2024

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

Dream house!

This was a dream home in Quepos. It was immaculate, beautifully designed and decorated and comfortable for our entire group. The house manager, Natalia, was so helpful from the time we booked through checkout. We had Chef Randy Lopez cook for us and it was the most delicious meal we had. Book this home immediately if you are coming to this area. Memorable vacation and the most amazing home to stay in.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

8 Jan, 2024

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

Quepos Paradise

What a house,

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

20 Apr, 2025

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

Best house in Manual Antonio!

We loved our stay so much. The pictures of the house do not do it justice—the house was even better than expected. The view is beautiful and there is a view from every single bedroom. We also felt very safe. The house is located on a road that has a gate (you need a code to open the gate). The house comes with an amazing property manager, Naty. She coordinated everything for us and it was like having a built in local friend who could tell you all the best tours and restaurants and steer you away from things that weren’t ideal. We booked all our tours through Naty and she got us the best tour guides, the best tours, and recommended excellent restaurants. There is a daily cleaning lady who is lovely and diligent. She does any laundry you need her to do and thoroughly cleans the house each day. It felt like a little vacation from cleaning and laundry! Naty also recommended a chef for us to use for a private dinner. Chef Randy! The food was incredible!When one of our tour guides picked us up (a local from Quepos) he said that this villa was his favorite villa in the area with the best view. The house was well air conditioned and cool. I had read a review saying that the house was programmed for no ac during the day. That isn’t true. If you are home and key is on the key holder, the AC is blasting. Amazing vacation in an amazing house!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

28 Apr, 2024

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

Family vacation

A very private property with a large deck with amazing views and a pool that everyone loved. The house manager Naty was amazing and helped us plan and then pre-booked all our daily excursions, the Chef, grocery deliveries and shuttles. We were thrilled to see the squirrel monkeys, a sloth, toucans, and iguanas that lived on the property. It was a perfect vacation spot.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

troy f.

4 May, 2023

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

Would recommend to anyone

From the views to the Concierge Naty, everything was great.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin R.

26 Jul, 2024

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

Beautiful view, so much wildlife!

Our family had a wonderful stay here! The house is spacious and comfortable, and the pool is lovely and clean. As a large group with little kids, we really appreciated the daily cleaning service. The biggest highlight for us was definitely the view. The photos don't do it justice. We loved watching all the wildlife that came through--monkeys, a sloth, a baby pygmy owl, and so many birds and butterflies! Naty was very quick to respond to requests and questions and helpful in coordinating activities.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara A.

1 Apr, 2025

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

Beautiful home, excellent service

This property combined all of the best elements of a home rental AND a hotel. The house was beautiful, with comfortable beds and ample room for all of our guests. The pool and view were lovely and we saw birds and wildlife daily. Air conditioning in the bedrooms was great, and there was no issue running the a/c in the living area as much as we needed. Location was great with easy access to restaurants, beaches, and the national park. The road to the house has some very steep hills, so keep this in mind if you are a person who likes to run or walk - it's a workout! The service from Natalia and Tamara (the housekeeper) was exceptional. Natalia had wonderful recommendations for activities, restaurants, travel, and everything else we needed. All of the guides and drivers she arranged for us were wonderful. We celebrated a birthday by having Chef Luz cook for us at the house, which was delicious and very affordable. Having the daily maid service meant we never had to worry about dishes, or dirty bathrooms, and the daily laundry service was incredible. We were fully spoiled. The house had hand soap, but no shampoo/conditioner/body soap so you might plan to pack some or pick up at the grocery. Beach umbrella is available, but no chairs, We found it easy to rent chairs when needed at the beach, but it would have been nice to have some chairs to take with us. The cooler onsite was great to pack for drinks and snacks at the beach. We loved this property and would absolutely return!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise S.

14 Jun, 2023

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

Beautiful Views

The house manager was very good with her communication and quick to respond. The views are stunning and the house was very clean.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

21 Apr, 2024

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

Best place I’ve ever stayed

I’ve stayed in countless house rentals and this was far and away the best of all of them. Natalia was so incredibly helpful as the property manager answering all of our many many questions. The space is gorgeous - the fotos don’t do it justice. We saw birds every day from toucans to owls and were visited by sloths. I can’t recommend this place enough and cannot wait to come back again with the family, including our two young kids.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

jason l.

14 Apr, 2023

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

Great Stay

Stunning views in great location. Only down side at all is that there is no AC in main living area and kitchen. It can really get hot upstairs.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

13 Jan, 2024

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

Amazing Property

What an amazing property!! Wonderful views and a beautiful pool. The house manager Natalia was very helpful and responsive. She arranged transportation for our entire trip and excellent tours. Chef Luz cooked amazing dinners. We enjoyed relaxing by the pool watching the toucans, macaws, and monkeys. We felt very secure in the gated community. Conveniently located between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. Lots of room, well stocked kitchen and very clean. Our family loved this house! Thanks to Natalia, Chef Luz and Tamara!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer C.

1 Jul, 2019

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Costa Rica

The property is beautiful but it wasn’t clean. Be prepared to deal with 3 of the beds being hard and uncomfortable. The views are amazing and the Chef service was excellent!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brittnee L.

22 Dec, 2022

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

Just book it!

You will not be disappointed!! Naty will take excellent care of you! We traveled with all our adult children & grandkids. Coordinating so many details with people coming & going at different times plus everything interested in different excursions felt like a lot to manage, Naty took all the worry away & handled everything beautifully!!! The house, views, pool all exactly as pictured or better!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith K., Yakima, WA

4 Jan, 2024

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

Amazing stay

My wife and I recently stayed here with our four children and their spouses. We all LOVED this house. It is very nice and looks exactly like the pictures. Naty made our check in process easy and Tamara was there every other day to do laundry and clean up. It is centrally located in Manuel Antonio between the park and Quepos. The views from the deck are outstanding. One of the highlights of our stay was having Randy and Carla come make us dinner for 6 nights. It was so amazing we would look forward to coming back for dinner nightly. You will not regret hiring Randy as a chef. Also, If you’re feeling adventurous hike down to El Salto falls and take a jump. What a vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

20 Mar, 2023

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

10 day wonderful retreat

We stayed for 10 glorious day and the house was beautiful! We sat out on the west deck during the morning and watched toucans, vulture, macaws and monkeys on their daily treks. The pool was the highlight of our group as we spent most of our time at the house in infinite wonder. A couple of our people saw anteaters on the drive down to the main road going to Quepos. We were close to restaurants and shopping. We did do a lot of our own meals as the kitchen was well appointed. Thanks to Natalia and Tamara for all they did to make our stay perfect!

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William k.

3 Mar, 2024

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

Paradise in the Jungle

Four couples stayed in this gorgeous home in the jungle of Quepos. We each had our own private bedroom and bathroom. This home is huge,comfortable and convenient to food markets, restaurants and the beach! Having the pool was ideal since the weather was so hot. Naty, the property Mgr met us upon arrival and was quick to answer any questions and book tours. She returned the morning we left to send us off. One highlight staying at this property was having daily cleaning and clothes washed by Tamara. She, too, was a lovely person. We developed 2 new memorable friendships. Our trip to Costa Rica was fabulous! We will return and stay here!!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Olivier Collin

After 50 years on this planet I have found the best place to live: Manuel Antonio Costa Rica !
I was born in Belgium and by the age of 11 the 'travelling' began ! I spent 20 year in England which were wonderful but destiny attracted me to this piece of paradise. I met my wife Luz who is Costa Rican and we got married on the Manuel Antonio beach in 2003.
We now have 2 children aged 13 and 4 and feel very much at home in this country.

We enjoy looking after our guests and being onsite in Manuel Antonio has its advantages.

Why they chose this property

20 years of Costa Rican experience has gone into the design and construction of this project. The design gathers all the must haves for tropical living bearing in mind the seasons in Costa Rica.

What makes this property unique

This villa has the perfect combination of sun and shade and is located in the lush El Salto Estate just 8 mins from the beaches. After a day on the beach, cooling off in the infinity pool dominating the panoramic views will no doubt be the highlight of your day.