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Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle

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Pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Restaurant
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationPlaya La Macha12 min drive
  • Popular LocationManuel Antonio Beach14 min drive
  • Popular LocationBiesanz Beach17 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 6
279 sq m
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the area

Manuel Antonio

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Valle Pura Vida villa, you'll find Manuel Antonio National Park and Cascada El Salto. Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Playa La Macha are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 15 min walk
  • Playa La Macha - 12 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 14 min drive
  • Playitas Beach - 15 min drive
  • Biesanz Beach - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Avión Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • El Patio de Café Milagro - 4 min drive
  • Emilio's Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Falafel Bar - 3 min drive
  • Soda Sánchez - 6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle

Located on peaceful neighborhood 10 minutes drive to the beach, Villa Michelina provides great privacy while offering jungle views and all the amenities to ensure a relaxing stay. This is the perfect place for nature enthusiasts and those seeking peace and tranquility in a high-end home rental.
The terrace and pool deck are ample with plenty of room to soak up the sun and enjoy to the sounds of a nearby creek and waterfall and spot wildlife such as monkeys, sloths and birds. You will love our home!

Villa Michelina boasts spacious rooms, with lots of light from high ceilings and windows, decorated with countless Balinese details and modern amenities.
The main floor has a spacious living area and a kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and custom made wooden cabinets.

The master suite, located just off the main living area, features a massive Indonesian antique head board and a bathroom in marble stone surface finishes furthermore easy access to the private terrace and down to the central pool and patio.

The other two bedrooms are located on the other side of the main living area and are accessed down the stairs from the living. The two rooms share an appointed bathroom.

The expansive pool features a 2 ft wading pool above which flows into the main pool. Perfect for those looking just to stay cool! There is year-round creek that runs through the property. There are trails leading from the terrace down to waterfall, creek and lush jungle.

This is not just an average rental villa. Its also our home away from home therefore we keep it in the best condition!

Most of our guests choose to rent a vehicle during their stay. While taxi’s are plentiful and available, having a rental car is often a more economical and practical approach to exploring the local area. We recommend utilizing a 4×4 vehicle to access the house and explore the off the beaten paths and bumpy Costa Rican roads. Our Concierge can assist in setting up any car rental services and can have the car delivered to you.

Housekeeping service is provided every other day with the exception of Sunday's and Costa Rican holidays.

House is sourced with private well water. Guests are suggested to bring bottled water.

Property manager

Mariana Vargas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended
  • On site car rental

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Security system
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Fee for pets

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa!
This is an absolutely wonderful villa, the photos do not do it justice! It was the perfect amount of space to make our holiday relaxing for our family of five. The separation between the primary bedroom and other two is great for families with older kids, while the locks on all the doors with pool access is a thoughtful gesture for those with younger kids. Ours are in the middle and they absolutely LOVED this house and having their own quarters. The high ceilings make it feel very grand and spacious. The housekeeping team take fantastic care of the property and its guests - the towels or laundry mentioned in previous reviews was a non-issue for us thanks to them. Check in and out was a breeze and concierge was available for any of our needs; overall a very hospitable team! The driveway is definitely a challenge but not an issue with the right car. We loved the location in that it was away from the hustle and bustle of the main strip but still only a few minutes away from it when we wanted - same for the beaches. It was amazing being nestled in the forest and visited by the wildlife, including a monkey! Such a lovely stay and experience, would highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family stay
Loved the location
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing, peaceful experience. Loved it. Exactly the remote jungle experience we wanted. Fell asleep at night listening to the sounds of the jungle. My wife and our fours kids will always have fond memories of this property. We stayed a week. A note about the road conditions: we had a Toyota Rush with two wheel drive automatic transmission. It was was fine getting to and from the house. I can see how a 4x4 would be better, but from our experience a 4x4 was not necessary. Great time.

10/10 Excellent

Guy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous house tucked into the hills
Stayed in Quepos in June 2023. The house was hard to access (VERY hard by American standards), and 4X4 is necessary, but when we arrived… so gorgeous! It was like a Balinese mansion rising from the jungle. The pool was perfect for hot days, and toucans and birds were flitting about the backyard our entire stay. The staff were incredibly helpful as well. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle Experience
Pros: - Wonderful customer service! The host and Raimund were so helpful and responded right away to questions/concerns. - Extremely spacious. - They provided cleaners (included in the cost) every other day which was really nice. They also did laundry for us if we left a tip. - The pool area was beautiful. - It is a true “jungle” experience! - Great AC! - Alarm system on home which made us feel extra safe (although it felt very safe anyways) Cons: - The location indicator on the listing is way off. One of the main reasons we booked this house is because we thought it was walking distance to bars and restaurants in Manuel Antonio however, it was not walking distance whatsoever for an average person. We would have never booked this place if we knew the true location. It was in the “middle of nowhere” about 8 minutes from the top of the hill in MA, but it is either straight down or straight up so walking would be so very difficult especially if you are not use to all the heat. - The way the house is built (maybe it’s the Indonesian style?) has a gap to the outdoors between the roof and walls (which they did try to patch with boards and it helped but did not solve 100%) which allowed more than average bugs and critters into the home(small lizards, frogs, and we even had a bat fly in our first night). - the interior is a bit dated, though it’s unique and of high quality furnishings and decor -- Some of kitchen stuff was very poor quality
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
Location is a big problem. Guy could not take us to the house. I will never stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Unique House
As the other reviews all stated, you definitely need a 4x4 to navigate the roads getting to the house. Some of the roads are not paved and have been washed out that have very deep pot holes- take full insurance out on your rental car!!! The house itself is very unique, sitting below the driveway landing on the hill with beautiful views of the rain forest. We loved floating in the pool enjoying the natural setting. There are many unusual art pieces, custom furniture, and special additions to the house, but the house is a bit dated, although nothing that would prevent staying here. The kitchen appearance is nice, but the kitchen cooking equipment is well below standards for this type of property (old pans, pots, and limited extras one comes to expect in a VRBO). We did not see monkeys during our week, but we did see toucans, parrots and many butterflies. Inside the house we experienced a scorpion in the bedroom, an iguana, a huge spider and a bat that left droppings over the furniture and counters all week (I guess this is the norm for Costa Rica). The Conceirge, Andres, was awesome and very helpful- at all hours and even coming through for us with last minute plans. We stayed the end of July/beginning of August and it rained every day. Only 2 of the days were a washout where tour plans had to be cancelled, otherwise, the rain was not a deterrent for us. One request for the owner/property management company- why not let the renters use the washer/dryer that is on premise? There is nowhere to hang wet towels, bathing suits, clothes (outside not an option because of the frequent rain)…we found ourselves lacking dry towels all week and clothes that took days to dry out. At the minimum, we would have appreciated being able to throw our wet gear into a dryer. I gave the review 4 stars because of the kitchen & washer/dryer limitations, but otherwise, this is a wonderful house giving my family, a very unique experience. Much appreciated and hope you will have us back one day!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chantelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Michelina is a must stay in Manuel Antonio!
Our family had an incredible stay at Villa Michelina. The property is bigger and more beautiful than the pictures show. It offered privacy within minutes of all the beaches, restaurants and attractions. We also enjoyed cooking in the spacious kitchen. The kids spent hours playing in the pool and looking for wildlife in the backyard. During our stay, we were visited by a family of capuchin monkeys, iguanas, toucans, hummingbirds and many other birds. On our last day, a huge group of squirrel monkeys were in the area and some came onto the back patio with us. Having wildlife so close to us was a highlight of our trip. Mariana, Jorge and the cleaning staff were also amazing and helped us arrange everything we needed, including grocery orders and restaurant recommendations. As others have said, there is a steep driveway but it was part of our adventure! If we return to Manuel Antonio, we will definitely stay at Villa Michelina! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle paradise
Mariana was an incredible host and Diego was a phenomenal chef.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

matthew k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa, Awesome Vacation
Villa Michelina was excellent for our week long stay in Manuel Antonio. The master suite is nicely separated from the other two bedrooms. Pool was was great. Setting was great. Driveway was fun to drive. Definitely rent a 4x4 vehicle. Driveway to and from is steeeeeep, and fun! Villa is a 5 minute drive from Quepos and all the restaurants on the way to Manuel Antonio park and beaches. Location is nicely secluded yet close to it all. Only negative I have is that I wish the washer/dryer were accessible. The property is managed by the 2Costa Rica Vacation Rentals team and can't say enough good things about Hazel and Mariana. A wealth of information and extremely helpful with booking excursions and suggesting restaurants. If you want to be surrounded by lush vegetation, yet close to it all, this well appointed Villa is the place to stay. Excited to explore other parts of Costa Rica next time. Thanks again to 2Costa Rica Vacation Rentals team!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022