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An infinity pool
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Lobby
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas
  • Playa La Macha
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the area

Manuel Antonio

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Valle Pura Vida villa, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cascada El Salto and 2 miles (3 km) of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Playa La Macha and Mountain Top Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Playa La Macha - 12 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 14 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Playitas Beach - 15 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 17 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Avión Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Runaway Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Emilio's Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪El Patio de Café Milagro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Agua Azul - ‬4 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.

Luxury Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle

Nestled in a tranquil neighborhood just 10 minutes from the Manuel Antonio National Park, Villa Michelina offers privacy, jungle views, and all the comforts of a luxurious retreat. Perfect for nature lovers and those seeking peace, the spacious terrace and pool deck provide ample space to soak up the sun, listen to the soothing sounds of a nearby creek and waterfall, and spot wildlife like monkeys, sloths, and birds. Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and nature in our beautiful home! You will not want to leave.

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

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car rental
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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 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 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Luxury Tropical Balinese Inspired Home in the Manuel Antonio Jungle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home & Location
The pictures do not do this amazing villa justice. This was such a luxurious home that made us feel like we were alone in the middle of the rain forest. We loved hanging by the pool, playing games in the large family room / dining area, and there was plenty of space for the kids to spend time on their own in their separate rooms. We did get to see monkeys swinging among trees and playing in the pool water, iguanas, many beautiful birds, etc. The location is SO close to all that Quepos and Manuel Antonio have to offer - what a memorable trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gorgeous setting!
We truly enjoyed this property and the nature around the yard was amazing. We had monkeys, toucans, lots of other birds and a huge iguana. The only negative was not having access to a washer and dryer, which we missed seeing in the description. Prop manager was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Arnold S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This villa has seen better days
The location & property are very special. Unfortunately the age of the villa is showing. The villa is not 100% sealed resulting in lizard poop inside. Shower water is unpredictable & sometimes water just start flowing. The pool area is guarded by the house iguana which makes its business on by the pool every day. Yuck!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house
Beautiful property, tough driveway, well taken care of, thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Beautiful view! We went with two young children and the host was able to arrange a nanny for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful House!
Has everything you need for a great vacation. House is very comfortable, beautiful furniture and with great decoration. We got visited by a gang of cute monkeys.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique and special home
My family of 6 (17yoB, 15yoG, 13yoG, 9yoG) had a wonderful stay. The location is really special up and down some steep roads (4x4 required!) but this is a beautiful home up in the rain forest. Morning coffee out on the patio was my favorite. Some days were limited activity in the forest (probably due to rain) but other days (less rain) were super active with birds and monkeys. Both were great! We had some great pool time and the kitchen was well set up as it was easier (and more affordable) to make it at home! Andrey was very helpful re: access and excursions including remembering my daughter is Celiac when booking an excursion with food!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property nestled in natural setting
Beautiful comfortable completely private property well equipped for relaxing, swimming, cooking and sleeping. Wildlife abounds too! The property manager, Mariana, took very good care of us. Very close to heart of Manuel Antonio that can be accessed by foot if in good shape and in 5-10 minutes by car. The driveway, and the road leading up to the house are not for the faint hearted. Be prepared to use your 4x4 to its fullest and to go through many potholes on the road in out of the neighborhood. Also, the house is supplied by well water-we were told to use bottled water. We loved the area, the house and the warmth of the Costa Rican people. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Jungle Villa
Lovely home for a family retreat. The house is huge and the pool area is great if you don’t wanna leave the house and rest for a day. We saw lizards, a monkey and a hummingbird. The jungle setting is spectacular. Mariana welcomed us and we felt very well taken care of. The driveway is really steep and when we arrived we were a little scared that our SUV BMW X1 4x2 wouldn’t make it. In summer it’s definitely possible to get to the house with a 4x2 SUV and the driveway isn’t as terrible as described in other reviews. For costa rican standards the road is in good condition and nothing to be afraid of it you’re an experienced driver. All in all we loved our stay at Villa Michelina and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A few days in Manuel antonio
Lovely home, lots of space, quiet neighborhood within a short drive to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P., Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family House
This house was perfect before a family of four. Easy to get to town, beaches, markets. Loved being able to choose whether we wanted to cook in or dine out. But highly recommend and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

amy f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best EVER
There is really no need to look anywhere further. This house was a dream come true. Only four of us and was way too big for our needs but for the price we couldn’t beat it. Our own private pool. All beds comfortable. Two king beds in two separate rooms. Felt like you were truly in the jungle. Monkeys on our porch while we swim. From the moment we walked in the house we were totally taken care of by the staff. If we had one issue come up it was literally resolved within 10 minutes. We arrived here late one night without food and our gal who met us there had food delivered to our house within 30 minutes. I mean seriously could not have dropped up a better place. We cannot wait to come back!!’
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone I worked with while planning our stay at Villa Michelina and while we were there was wonderful. Before we arrived, Hazel and Mariana helped us book several excursions and in home spa/chef services, as well as assisting us in booking our Covid tests to return home. Communication was flawless. We could not have asked for more. The description says you need a 4 x 4 to manage the driveway. This is NO JOKE! The driveway is steep and take your breath away terrifying. It IS something you get used to, eventually, but it is certainly the scariest driveway we have ever encountered. Once your heart starts beating again, the house, itself, is jaw-droppingly amazing. It is huge and grand and definitely the nicest home we have ever stayed in. The cathedral ceilings, beautiful furniture, and fixtures had us feeling very posh! The pool and deck area is gorgeous. We saw monkeys, toucans, and a couple lizards, who seemed to have their assigned spots on the deck. All in all, it was a wonderful, wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jaime P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Villa in the Rainforest
I can’t say enough about our stay at Villa Michellina. The house was amazing. We appreciated the primary bedroom being on the other side of the house from the children’s bedroom. Our children (10, 14) like to sleep late and we didn’t disturb them when we woke up. The kitchen had everything we needed. Before getting to the villa, the driver stopped at the supermarket so we can food and drinks. The pool was perfect even though the tiling is coming up. My daughter enjoyed jumping from the wading pool area. We also enjoyed sitting on the pool deck looking for wildlife. We saw iguanas, toucans, squirrel monkeys, macaws, a scorpion and other cool birds and butterflies. We ate at El Avion which is an old airplane, and Ronny’s Place, they both had great sunsets. We also ate at Gabriella’s in the marina. The villa was a short taxi ride to the beach. We really liked Buena Vista beach, it was a beach with a beach bar. Before we arrived, Hazel planned our transfers and excursions. When we arrived, Mariana met us at the villa. She was our lifesaver when we needed reservations and taxis or anything else. We mainly had one taxi driver, Cesar, who was familiar with the area and very hospitable. The only downfall is you need a 4x4 vehicle to get to the villa. The hills around the villa are very steep. That being said, you are in an oasis all your own in the rain forest.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome rental
Awesome rental! Everything was even better than picture! Beautiful home. We had 5 adults staying and it was perfect. Would highly recommend. Any questions we had were answered immediately. We saw monkeys, lizards, birds, and the jungle comes to life at night with amazing sounds.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020