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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas
  • Marina Pez Vela
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Playa La Macha
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • 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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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Suitable for children but perhaps not infants
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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
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

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 hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Manuel Antonio, Quepos, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Marina Pez Vela - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Playa La Macha - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 14 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 16 min drive - 7.9 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).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Jeanne F.

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

Already coming back next year!!

7 of us (grandparents/mom/dad/3 kids 13 yrs & 11yr twins. Sleeping arrangements excellent - separate bedroom was perfect! The pool is breathtaking - the view amazing. Photos do not do it justice!! The home is beautiful. The bedrooms are downstairs - but separate bedroom is on main level for older people. Naty the house manager was such a sweet lady and so helpful with reservations and suggestions. She purchased our grocery list and it was delivered and put away upon our arrival. Tamara the housekeeper was AMAZING, she made the beds and cleaned the house daily and did our laundry. We also hired Chef Randy for the most amazing meals, breakfast and dinner. He is so accommodating, and very personable. We enjoyed our meals so much!! He also cleaned up when we finished eating. We have already planned out next trip to this house. It was the most amazing 8 days ever!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaToya B.

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

A Serene Beauty

There were 6 of us (3 married couples) for this years Friends & Family trip and it was absolutely amazing. The people, the culture, the food and experiences made this a trip for the books. We all agreed that this is a trip worth coming back. The villa looked exactly like the pictures. It was beautiful. Walking outside or looking outward through the wide patio doors into the morning surmise or sunset is picturesque. We ALL felt a sense of calmness and peace here, even when we went on the excursions. Natalia, the house manager was a gem! I’ve been working with her for several months planning this trip and she was knowledgeable and patient. She took care of everything and had resources available to us at our beck Abe call; from the chef (Randy & Michael), housekeeping (Tamara), taxi services (Carlos) and our transportation to/from the airport (Seashells-Randolph &Roberto we had everything we needef, including grocery pickup. Each excursion we went on provided transportation which Natalia took care of all the bookings.The only thing with the house which didn’t really bother us too much especially living in Florida is that the AC in the front room is not programmed; however, there are three huge fans that got the job done when we were in kitchen/living room. No major concerns there. The most concerning thing for us is that we felt 100% safe, and we did. This is was a vacation… a vacation where time stood still, and we felt refreshed. THANK YOU!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara A.

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

BRIAN P.

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

Friend fishing trip

Nice place. Very near a lot of restaurants and the marina. Fishing is as excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

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

Aimee M.

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

Dusty F.

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

Jeremy K.

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

Josh M.

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

Kalena B.

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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liana B.

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

Devin R.

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

Toni M.

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

8/10 Good

Charnele C.

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

Stunning view

We had a fabulous week at this home. Just like any home there are pros and cons! Pros:looks just like the listing, stunning view, plenty of room, pool was great, outside dining/ seating were wonderful, house manager was so nice, and the home was very clean and pretty bug free as well. Housekeeping was there everyday to make beds, do dishes, and do your laundry if you would like. We loved that! Cons: no TV’s in rooms, Air in the house is only on from 1:00pm- 8pm. That means the house is HOT. Each bedroom has its own AC system that stays on all the time. So you can sleep comfortably and be cool. But the rest of the house only has 1 small cooling system upstairs. So if you stay in a room that is not a suite and does not have a bathroom attached to it, then it will be so hot you won’t want to blow dry your hair at all haha. We had a chef cook breakfast for us our last day and we felt awful for her, as the air didn’t turn on till 1:00pm. It was so uncomfortable. It was sticky and sweaty to even eat our meal. So, if you have a day that you don’t go do an excursion during the morning/ early afternoon and your plan is to enjoy the house,buckle up for a hot house. And be prepared to fight over who gets a master suite with a cool bathroom area to get ready, and who doesn’t!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia A.

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

Lush Mountain Views and Wildlife

Had a wonderful relaxing time at the villa. The views were incredible. The mountains and lush greenery surrounds you in a peaceful quiet setting. The villa has ample space for two families (6 adults and 3 kids) both inside and out. Kids (and adults) loved the pool! All the bedrooms and bathrooms were comfortable and very clean. Very much appreciated the daily housekeeping and laundry service. Also greatly appreciate all the help that Naty provided us from booking wonderful excursions, arranging for a taxi, and having groceries delivered to the villa. She was great to communicate with and always ready to help promptly. The villa is on a steep winding hill and a little further out from the main city center. Just something to keep in mind if you are not renting a car. It is not a walkable location, but taxi service is easily available. We were able to see two different types of monkeys and a number of birds from the villa. Wonderful treat to see them up close. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you may need. We had Chef Randy prepare dinner for us one night. That was also such a great treat. He came with his team and took care of everything from prep to clean up. The variety of dishes on the menu satisfied all 9 of our varying tastes. Everything was delicious.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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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

STEVE R.

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

5 star treatment!

Beautiful, private, spacious villa with wonderful views, a well stocked kitchen, and a great infinity pool! What added to our stay was the special care given to us by Natalia, the property manager, who was a wealth of information for us, and helped us Arrange some of our activities while in Quepos. One of our party had the Merlin app on his phone, and by attaching a little speaker to his phone and playing some of the pre-recorded calls and sounds of birds, we were able to draw in toucans, Scarlett McCaws, And other birds. We were visited at least twice by Costa Rica spider monkeys. Our daily made service was remarkable! The rooms and entire villa were left spotless each day. She even washed, dried and folded our laundry while we were out playing. While there, we truly appreciated the services of Pablo Turel, a professional chef through whom we coordinated several of our meals. We came away from our experience with an understanding that chef services, for at least part of the week, are essential to an excellent experience Overall. Casa El Salto is a wonderful place to stay. We hope to consider it again on our next trip to the land of. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy E.

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

Christina S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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Christmas Vacation

This property and the staff were simply amazing! Best family vacation ever!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth M., Canada

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What a wonderful place

We were four couples who stayed for nine nights. The villa was perfect for our group as we all had our own bathroom. The villa itself is awesome, with a fabulous kitchen, beautiful outdoor space and the infinity pool overlooking the jungle was a great place to spend time. The only thing I would say that would make it better is having the air conditioning come on in the main house earlier. It doesn’t come on till 1:00 and it was super hot while we were there. Now on to the people. Naty, the house manager was fantastic answering all of our questions quickly. She booked all of our fabulous tours and gave us many recommendations. She greeted us on check in and said goodbye when we left. Tamara the housekeeper was a gem. She cleaned up and even did our laundry which was a fantastic treat. She was a lovely addition and a lovely person. And last but not least is Chef Randy. We planned to have him cook a few nights but after our first meal booked him for six nights. The food was incredible and fresh. Randy and his assistants Chef Michael and Chef Carla were super friendly. It was so lovely to come home to an amazing meal and I highly recommend Chef Randy. We had a great holiday and the villa was awesome! Would book again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Olivier Collin

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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.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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