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Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more

Villa with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Manuel Antonio National Park

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 93500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more

Villa with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Manuel Antonio National Park
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free villa has concierge services and barbecues. The villa has 3 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this villa offers private pools and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the villa include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Kelly Owens

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sunloungers

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boating on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Inquire about event fees
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Puntaranes, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive
  • Playitas Beach - 9 min drive
  • Biesanz Beach - 12 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 13 min drive
  • Playa La Macha - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Magic Bus - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mountain Top Park, Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Pará Beach and Cascada El Salto are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 91 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easiest Vacation Ever
This house, location and overall trip could not have been more perfect. It’s right where you want to be, and the service was unmatched. The Concierge takes care of all the planning and transportation. All you have to do is tell him what you’d like to do and it will be arranged. I highly recommend taking advantage of the chef as well. We will never get over how amazing our dinners were. You will not regret booking this stay, but good luck getting a reservation bc I have shared it with everyone I know.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monkey Express
This villa exceeded our expectations. One of the highlights of our vacation, was seeing the wild monkeys up close at this property. The villa itself had plenty of room for our family of 6 adults. It was the perfect location. It is a very safe loction and the villa does have a security gate. There is a small convenience store within easy walking distance. There is a wonderful restaurant called Ronny's place that is just a few minutes drive. The concierge Mefi was very prompt in answering our numerous questions. The housekeeper kept everything very clean. We really enjoyed the guided tours of Manuel Antonio and the coffee farm that Mefi booked for us. We also went to Rainmaker Park with the swinging bridges and to a beach on our own which we greatly enjoyed. If you are going to Costa Rica for the wild life, this is the perfect location to be in.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle paradise
Beautiful home with an incredible jungle view! If you’re looking for a place to see wildlife look no further! We saw a sloth, monkeys, birds, and more while sipping coffee on the back porch! The home itself was impeccably clean and comfortable. Our concierge helped us all throughout our stay and the recommended tours we chose were all fantastic! Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 24
Beautiful property. Concierge easy to work with and extremely responsive. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to stay near Manuel Antonio.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

McKinley O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Everything was fantastic! Great location. Awesome customer service. We loved the Manila’s in the backyard. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic House!
We loved this house. It was very clean and comfortable and the big windows were amazing to watch the birds and animals. We had three different troops of monkeys come through- capuchins, howlers, and squirrel monkeys. Scarlet Macaws flew over daily and toucans visited the tree outside. The cleaner, Evelyn, was very kind and she did our laundry, which was extremely helpful. The pool doesn’t get a lot of sun so it’s a bit cooler but the kids still jumped in everyday. The location was also fantastic to get everywhere in town quickly. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
We absolutely loved this house!! Very spacious and clean! Mefi took care of all our excursions and taxi rides. He even got food delivered to our house for us! I will give you my opinion…the Chef for this house is so good!!! We had breakfast & dinner with him for 3 nights. Fresh ingredients & so worth the money! Our cleaning lady kept everything clean & fresh. She even does the laundry!!! Cannot say enough positive things about this place! Tons of different wildlife can be seen from the porches! Thank you to Casa Luz & all the staff for making our trip so memorable!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would love to stay here again!
This house was perfect for our family. The goal was to see wildlife and we saw tons! It was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
When you drive down the road to get to the house you will be surprised there is such a beautiful house that is behind the gate. The house is big and had plenty or room for the 8 of us. We did get to see monkeys jumping in the trees one morning. The balcony off the kitchen was perfect to sit on in the morning and just take in the sounds and beautiful surroundings. It was close to the beaches and there is small grocery store very close that we walked to frequently. They have a concierge and main service. Our concierge was able to help us set up a tour at the national park and gave us some helpful tips for the beach. We didn’t spend much time in the pool but it’s nice to have if you don’t plan to spend all your days at the beach like we did. We enjoyed our time in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and great service
House was exactly as good as it shows in the pictures. Jungle behind the property is even better. Lots of wildlife visiting every day. Take advantage of Mefi, he did a great job with the concierge service. Chef Jeinor cooking a few nights was a highlight. And Gaby kept the property spic and span. Well done!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monkeys, Toucans, Macaws, and a Sloth
A magnificent first visit to Manuel Antonio! Casa Luz is even nicer than advertised. It is quiet, peaceful, and luxurious. The villa is equipped with everything and clean and comfortable. The maid service is outstanding. Laundry washed, folded, and returned to your room every other day?! Next time we will bring half of the clothing. The 2 meals from the private chefs were better than most restaurants we visited. If you like wildlife, this is the place for you. We saw more at the property than during our visit to the national park (even a sloth one day). Mefi the concierge was extremely helpful arranging excursions and rides and is very responsive at all times of the day. My family had the most amazing time and we will be back. Pura vida!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to see wildlife
The house was spacious and in a nice community. It is conveniently located. Almost every day we saw white face monkeys. We saw squirrel monkeys about 4 days out of 8, and scarlet macaws a handful of times. We heard howler monkeys a few times and finally saw one in the distance on our last day. Lots of beautiful birds too, including a lessons motmot. The cleaning lady was there every two days which was a bit too much for us as we hung out at the house every other day. This is Costa Rica so to be expected I guess, since the house is not sealed like ours in North America, but the two cockroaches we saw were unwelcomed visitors! That’s the only negative thing I have to say.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole n.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful property
The property was beautiful - it really captured the tree-house experience, and was exactly as advertised. The property concierge was incredibly responsive and helpful. We would all highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron C., Fort collins

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Luz visit
Very nice property, good wildlife viewing and quiet location. 5 minute walk to main road with taxi/bus service. Market is a 3 minute walk.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F., Oakville, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Luz
We were a group of 3 couples and stayed 12 nights. If seeing the wildlife close up is what you are after then this was a great house. The main deck is located about 25 feet above ground so we got great views if the whiteface, squirrel and howler monkeys, sloth (with baby!), macaws, toucans most days! The beds were very comfortable and the air conditioning worked well in the humid 30+C weather which was always sunny! There was a small shop about 50 m from the house that had most basic requirements including beer and wine! The internet connection was excellent. We either took taxis (US$10-15/trip) to the beach or restaurants in Manuel Antonio and Quepos or the local bus (US$1/person. Walking at night not recommended as there are no footpaths and roads not in best shape. Cookware was fine although the oven is in a ridiculously high location. A few minor issues were the pool is more of a plunge pool than a swimming pool and needed the bottom cleaned out. Also, there were just 2 lounge chairs available for sunbathing. There were not a lot of wine glasses but lots of dishes, plates, cutlery etc. The house itself is a little dated and the pool and deck could do with a little TLC but overall these are minor complaints and this was a great place to relax and see the wildlife. The housekeeper Evelyn was very friendly and did a excellent good job and Mefi our concierge was available if needed. He arranged for 2 chef prepared dinners at the house and they were excellent.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Huge place. Clean and tidy. Well presented. The morning after we arrived we saw a sloth, toucans and monkeys in the garden. The concierge, Mefi, was exceptionally helpful. He organised transport from San Jose airport to the property . Also transport within Manuel Antonio and transport up to our next destination along with excursion bookings and an excellent private chef. He also managed to arrange very quickly to have a suitcase that got left behind to be transported 75 miles to us. All in all a superb start to our holiday in Costa Rica.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Service in a Beautiful Place
The place was excellent. Mefi, the concierge was a lifesaver. He helped me coordinate where to eat, massages, what beaches to go to, other questions I had. It was like having a friend of years point me in the right direction everytime. That service alone would make me stay here again. That being said, the place was beautiful. There was no shortage of monkeys, birds, iguanas, and the trees were really beautiful. The beds were probably the most comfortable beds we stayed in our whole trip. The kitchen was simple, but well stocked, and we were able to cook several delicious meals. I would stay here again in a heartbeat, the place was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Vacation
Fabulous! Great location! We saw 3 different kinds of monkeys, Macaws, toucans, sloths, and many types of birds right from the porch! Food everywhere was amazing and convenient! This was our first vacation to CR, and we will be back! Staff and Mefi were extremely helpful and made the trip stress free! Gracias!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall a great property, in needs of some updates
First the great things - Mefi (the property manager) was wonderful; the house is large with lots of room, and plenty of wildlife - macaws, agouti, monkeys. Truly in the jungle. However, the property needs a little tlc. A couple examples include: a number of outlets not working, a few windows had cracks allowing bugs in, worn out pans and pots, and the deck is beginning to show its age. To be clear, this is still a great property, but it’s always good to have a full picture before booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss!
The house is perfectly named- it is full of light with huge windows and glass doors. All sorts of wildlife come close.We felt immersed in natural beauty. Stayed 8 days and loved all of the places we visited.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Beautiful home with fantastic staff. Do yourself a favor and book the chef!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our families new favorite home in Costa Rica!
Where do I even begin... WILDLIFE WILDLIFE WILDLIFE! If you want to see the tropical animals of Costa Rica do not wait another moment, BOOK THIS HOUSE!! This home is spacious and stunning, comes equipped with EVERYTHING and the staff is top notch. The location is removed just enough to feel secluded but close to everything from grocery, beach, outdoor and water activities and more. On the days we didn't have activities planned we stayed in and built zigsaw puzzles (in the game cabinet) while we watched the toucans and squirrel monkeys come and go through the panoramic views off the back side of the house. One day 30 or so squirrel monkeys came and ate bananas right out of our hands and then pranced and played with each other all over the balcony. The kitchen is phenomenal, we made wonderful family meals that we enjoyed at the oversized dining table. My children thoroughly enjoyed the downstairs (sleepover room as they called it) where they could all hang out away from the adults and the pool was right out of their sliding door! Mefi was very professional and eager to help with anything we needed. The housekeeper was such a kind woman, and even washed and folded all of our laundry. She helped us spot a baby sloth in the tree that we were told was there but couldn't find ourselves. As an avid Costa Rica goer I must say this was one of my favorite places I've ever stayed in the whole country, and I have stayed a lot of places there! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding house
We had a wonderful time at Casa Luz in mid-April, 2023. We stayed six nights with our three grown children and one friend (all aged 25-32). The house is beautiful and clean, with room for everyone both outside and inside, and it had great A/C. We made dinner a couple of nights at the house and also had two dinners with Chef César - which were terrific but not necessarily a bargain. We didn't see any monkeys for the first three days and then saw many, especially squirrel monkeys. We also saw a sloth, toucans, macaws and some ground-dwelling rodent-like animals - all from the house decks. We heard many howler monkeys but didn't see them. As others have said, a store just 100 yards or so away + a very cute restaurant (only had breakfast there) next door. We went on three excursions - Off the Beaten Track, kayaking in an estuary, and ATV'ing - all terrific. Went snorkeling with a company we found online. We spent an afternoon at Playa Esparilla (sp?), with beautiful water and beach. We didn't rent a car but used a van recommended by the concierge Mefi and then a cab which could fit all of us and made arrangements with the driver for other trips. Mefi is super-helpful for whatever you'd like help with - excursions, restaurants, van arrangements for San Jose to the house. Overall, a fantastic, memorable house and trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lindi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. We saw a sloth and scarlet macaws. The location was good for all our activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023