Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool

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Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool (1804)

Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool (1806)

Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool (1805)

Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool (1803)

Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool (1807)

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4139.4 sq m

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Parking available
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Gym
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Quepos, Provincia de Puntarenas

Marina Pez Vela
‪17 min walk‬
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
‪19 min walk‬
Playa La Macha
‪5 min drive‬
Quepos (XQP)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

Enjoy a modern style and ultimate comfort in the canopy of the rain forest.

Our Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa is waiting for you!
Our 2BR / 2BA Rainforest Gem Casa Aracari is the perfect option for 2 couples or a small family traveling together, and seeking to explore this beautiful country.

From a fully equipped chef’s kitchen to memory foam bedding, every detail has been meticulously attended to.

There are 2 large air-conditioned bedrooms with king beds, two full bathrooms, and a private outdoor pool, which is perfect and refreshing after an adventure-filled day!

Upon request, we can also arrange for a private chef to prepare breakfast, lunch or dinner for you.
A pack’n play and high chair are available upon request. See our amenities list for more details.

PLEASE NOTE –

The rates are designed to be more accessible for smaller groups and will vary depending on your # of guests – base rates apply for 1 or 2 guests, and there is an extra guest fee for the 3rd and 4th guest of $25+tax per person per night. Please inquire for available discounts for weekly stays or if you travel with 2 small children, then we may be able to adjust the extra guest fee for you.
Aracari Villa stands on a short, steep driveway which is why we recommend the use of SUVs & 4×4. Sedans and small cars are able to make it up the hill with enough force and a good driver

HOUSE RULES –

* No parties or events are allowed
* Quiet time is 8PM to 8AM
* Be respectful with our neighbors
* No Smoking Inside
* Lost towels or keys, as well as damaged items will be charged to you.
* Turn off the AC when not at home

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We offer private, family friendly home rentals within an exclusive gated community, guarded 24/7 for guest safety & privacy.
Daily wildlife visits guaranteed! Makes staying at home very enjoyable!
Fiber Optic WIFI connection for those working from home
All homes have their own private pool with an outside terrace and BBQ.
Private hiking trails and onsite waterfall El Salto are available for guests within the community to enjoy the surrounding jungle areas and spot local wildlife like scarlet macaws, squirrel monkeys, iguanas, white faced monkeys, toucans and many more.
Take out & delivery available from local restaurants, pharmacies, grocery stores.
On call concierge service for any questions & concerns, tour & restaurant bookings or delivery requests 24/7.
Deep disinfectant cleaning before every check in. Additional free cleanings are available every other day or twice a week.
House keys can be picked up at our office or will be left at the guard station if you arrive after 4pm.

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Property manager

Dorit

Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

No events are allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Quiet time is 8pm to 8am, however, loud music or yelling is not allowed at any time, including during the day.

No parties or events are allowed at any of the properties. Only registered guests are allowed to enter the property.

Overnight visitors must be reserved and extra guest fees may apply. The max occupancy of a property may never be exceeded.

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

Note from host: No events are allowed

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 fire extinguisher

About the area

Quepos

Located in Quepos, this holiday home is by the sea. 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.

Quepos, Provincia de Puntarenas

What's nearby

Marina Pez Vela - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Playa La Macha - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
Manuel Antonio Beach - 16 min drive - 8.0 km
Biesanz Beach - 17 min drive - 5.4 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 - ‬4 min drive
‪El Gran Escape - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rainforest Gem Aracari Villa with Private Pool located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home 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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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Hamlin S.

12 August 2024

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

Great house in Quepos!

House is clean, modern and well stocked. The beds are super comfortable and the bathrooms look brand new. It was nice to get a visit from a pack of Capuchin monkeys one night too!! Only disappointing things was the pool is a little cold in the rainy season so we couldn’t use it as as much as we expected.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

14 September 2022

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

Really nice house

Property was great and in a good location

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James B.

23 November 2022

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

Beautiful home in a great location

This property has it all: seclusion but walking distance to downtown Quepos, a modern kitchen adjoining a comfortable family room, 3 double sliding doors that opens up the kitchen and 2 bedrooms to the private pool, and monkeys in the nearby trees! The best Vrbo we have stayed at by far.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

AMY F., Jacksonboro, USA

12 March 2018

Well designed home with spectacular surroundings!!

We've stayed at various homes inside Manuel Antonio Estates for the past four years and love it more and more each time. Not only is the property beautiful and well-maintained but the staff is amazing!! Can't wait to return next year!

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

12 July 2021

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

Relaxiation

It was the perfect! We had an amazing time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

17 December 2017

We enjoyed staying in the Aracari Villa.

Overall it was a lovely stay at Manuel Antonio Estates. The staff was lovely and helpful. The House was comfortable, clean and well equipped. We took this trip with old friends and we enjoyed the common spaces and our private rooms and baths.

10/10 Excellent

Kim F., Ormond Beach

8 September 2019

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

Incredible

We had an incredible time! Sarah was extremely helpful. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Beautiful accommodations and great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arthur P.

21 March 2020

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

Jungle paradise

Loved everything about this place, from the refreshing pool to the clean, bright well equipped rooms and kitchen. Sarah, our concierge and the rest of the staff was great. Played with the monkeys, watched the toucans and even got to see a sloth. We’ll definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Lovettsville, Virginia

6 June 2018

Beautiful home and close to so much!

This home was beautiful and perfect for our time in Manuel Antonio. We were excited to wake up to monkeys in the trees each morning, swim in the private beautiful pool and relax outside. The house is fully stocked with everything you need. Dorit was so helpful in recommending and reserving reservations at local restaurants, booking my spa appointment and making sure we were enjoying our stay. I highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

25 November 2022

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

I will return

House is perfect for (2) adult couples or a small family. Property was as advertised. Staff is super responsive, friendly and really strive to go above and beyond. Location was also good. Be sure to do yourself a favor and hire the chef at some point, you won't be disappointed.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

charlotte s., Llas Vegas

7 June 2022

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

Aracari peace

Loved this property. Even nicer that the pictures show. We saw monkeys in the mornings and evening in the trees every day. Enjoyed the peacefulness of this place. Location was great and close proximity to Manuel Antonio National Park and many other great places. The only thing that was a bit hard was the steep driveway. Otherwise, the place was perfect for us.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitch S., Sacramento

14 June 2022

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

Beautiful location!

Gorgeous property in a gated community within walking distance to Quepos and short drive to Manuel Antonio. Dorit and Andres are over the top helpful hosts and were always available even during a late night mishap. Cool waterfall within a short but steep hike. Monkeys and birds including macaws were onsite. Recommended! Thanks again 🙏

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

29 May 2023

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

Jungle Joy

My husband and I, both in our 70's, really enjoyed this Villa. It had a great view of the jungle, was quiet and comfortable, and the pool was perfect. We saw wildlife every day. The driveway to the place is steep, but we used taxis the whole time, and they all made it up. We also loved being so close to town. We walked there a couple times, but took a taxi back. Quepos has lots of little shops with gifts, and is less expensive than Manuel Antonio. They also have great food, especially at the marina. We love the wow-wow shrimp and the fresh scallops at Gabriellas.

Stayed 13 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chunta R.

18 July 2017

Little piece of paradise!!

My husband and I with another couple stayed here for 5 days 4 nights. We had an amazing stay from beginning to end! The house is ideal for 2 couples or 2 couples with small children. The concierge- Dorit and staff were very attentive and helped us with any request we had. They provide excellent service. We were provide a cell phone to communicate with them during the entire trip.The house looks exactly as the pictures listed online. Book it now, you will not be disappointed! 5 stars!!!

10/10 Excellent

Alexander P., Miami, USA

29 September 2021

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

Getaway Paradise

This was the best purchase we couldve made. Richard and the team had the house immaculate for when we arrived. The house itself was beautiful, clean, and they even accomodated for special requests made on my end. We were lucky enough to have about 12-13 monkeys come to our back yard one day and it was a blissful experience. The team help us put together our tours and every tour picked us up from the door of the house. Amazing.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

25 September 2023

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

Ideal location for Quepos

We got there a day after we had scheduled due to a late flight in San Jose. Property owners were welcoming and answered many questions. It was our first trip to Costa Rica. Our villa was a picture post card with a visit from wildlife like white faced monkeys. It was quiet and near everything we needed. A steep drive up the hill to our unit. If are diving from San Jose as we did and you use google maps make sure it directs you west to Highway 34/27. Ours took us directly south out of the city resulting in unnecessary primitive roadways and left and right curves with speedbumps all the way down. Coming back with the correct directions cut 2 hours off our driving time

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mia N., Portland, Oregon USA

9 December 2021

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

Lovely refuge

We loved our time at Manuel Antonio Estates in the Aracari Villa. The pool is beautiful, and lovely day and night. I enjoyed swimming when I came back hot from our adventures. It might feel a little cool to some who expect a heated pool, but I found it refreshing. The house is well appointed, and my bed was very comfortable. All the necessary kitchen items are there. My only gentle suggestion for Manuel Antonio is to replace the white towels; they are old and one tore as I was drying off. The shower hardware is also a little loose. But these are minor problems! We loved the location, so convenient between the town and the park, and the house is so comfortable. The steep drive is a little intimidating at first approach, but no problem really. Thank you, Dorit and Andreas!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

13 March 2016

Perfect vacation get away at a VERY reasonable price!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Aracari and we will be back!! We were in town for a wedding and friends were staying at a nearby luxury resort. Casa Aracari offered us a private pool, private (fully equipped) kitchen, two bedrooms and two bathrooms at a much lower cost than the luxury resort. The location was perfect for us - it's a quiet, gated community with controlled access, private pool, lovely rainforest setting, on site spa - and near enough to Manuel Antonio to enjoy the beaches, restaurants and tourist sites. I felt very safe at Manuel Antonio Estates and the management team was wonderful! Elias was friendly and helpful - even staying late to welcome us. Dorit helped arrange wonderful excursions for our family, as well as transportation from San Jose for a friend. Each interaction with the management team (and the companies they recommended) exceeded my expectations. They freely shared their fantastic contacts and knowledge about the area. The house is exactly as shown in the pictures - it is nicely appointed - and we were very comfortable. I was able to cook full family dinners in the kitchen and had everything I needed. The A/C was wonderful after a day of sight seeing. The kids could take a dip in the pool while I cooked and chatted with them and watched them through the sliding glass door. The daily maid service was great - keeping everything clean and tidy. The last evening we spent time enjoying the beautiful private pool, watching toucans fly by, we saw a sloth and her baby in a nearby tree, as well as about 15 spider monkeys. We saw almost as much sitting at our pool as we did walking through the rainforest! We took some amazing photos and have wonderful memories of "our" vacation home in Costa Rica! I also highly recommend a trip to the Raindrop Spa - on site. My friend and I both had the BEST massages of our lives at an incredibly reasonable price. I highly recommend Casa Aracari. It is a great value and was a great experience for us!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

Cosmina R.

21 April 2022

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

A dream came true

As soon as I saw the property on vrbo I fell in love with it. Me and my sweet little family enjoyed the villa so much, especially the pool and the wildlife. The first morning there an iguana joined us for breakfast at pool side ❤️. Everything was super clean and registration was a breeze. Employees were helpful kind and curtious. On the last morning we were visited by white faced monkeys and a howler monkey. The kitchen had all utensils for cooking.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marty R.

14 December 2021

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

Exactly as described!

We needed a 3 day break and this property was perfect. We balance time lounging by the private pool, taking hikes right from the front door and enjoying various elements of Manuel Antonio, all nearby. We would definitely return here.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

7 August 2021

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

Paradise in Manuel Antonio/Quepos

This home surpassed our expectations in every way. The hosts, Dorit and Andre, were exceptionally helpful and ALWAYS available or checking on us. In fact, during our 11 day stay, they had house cleaning clean the home once, pool cleaned once, television technician to see if Apple TV could be activated, and technicians to repair washer machine, which they did in an afternoon. Everything was taken care if quickly amd efficiently. The pool was beyond amazing. We found the cool temperature to be refreshing after hikes, surfing or rafting adventures, and just plain relaxing in the evenings. As others have noted, there was wildlife sightings everyday st the home. Large bands of white-faced capuchin monkeys visited us three or four afternoons around 3 pm, when it got a little cooler. We also had two iguanas who appear to live at the house and sun themselves in the Aracari driveway. We also had several hummingbirds, geckos and even a brown vine snake outside our front door a few nights. The house stayed cool and we had no trouble with condensation as we followed Dorit amd Andre’s recommendation to always shut off AC when we were not at home, and kept the overhead fans and bathroom fans on continuously to maintain airflow in the home. The portable humidifier made a huge difference and we emptied the water out about twice a day. The kitchen was so easy to use. We loved having the blender to make fruit smoothies every morning (and the lovely gift of fresh fruit from the hosts - a papaya, passion fruit, a pineapple, and bananas were a much welcomed surprise!) Quepos is a wonderful Tico town, much less touristy than Manuel Antonio and so easy to get around and Soda Sanchez, just down the hill, makes amazing cerco he and casado plates! We just can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay here!! We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Lauriston B.

6 July 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location close to Manuel Antonio

Great location close to Manuel Antonio. Overall stay was good. One major negative was that the apartment smelt a bit damp and moldy. There is also a charge for additional guest here.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arnaud C.

18 March 2021

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

Pura Vida ❤️

We loved our stay in this wonderful house. Everything was perfect! We thank Sarah and Dorit who are amazing and so lovely.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

3 March 2021

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

Amazing Service, Cold Pool

Without a doubt the best thing about this property is the service and help we received from Dorit and Sarah. They were amazing and on top of every issue, request we had. The listing for this property was pretty accurate, but I wish I had paid more attention to the reviews. My biggest complaint is that the pool was super cold, and you're overlooked by at least 4 other houses. They have a clear view of the pool, so if you're looking for some privacy outside, this might not be your best choice. The pool temperature kept both me and my boyfriend from going in the water several times. We both tried many times, but just gave up because of the temperatures. For the size of the property, the pool is big and surrounded by trees. That is wonderful, but it means that sun rarely gets to the pool to heat the water. If this company had a way to heat the pool, I would have loved this place far more than I did. They did deliver on Monkeys and wildlife though. We saw howlers, squirrel and white face monkeys all around the property. And one day we saw scarlet macaws flying directly overhead. That was by far the best part of this house (along with Dorit and Sarah). I thought the inside was very nice, and clean. My boyfriend thought that the bed was just ok though. He found it to be a bit uncomfortable. I thought it was ok. I did enjoy sitting outside and watching the wildlife. I just thought it was too bad that we could do that from in the pool.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

20 February 2020

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

Beautiful

We loved our stay... the villa was exactly as described. It's a great location for exploring the area. Sarah, the concierge, was very helpful. We can't wait to come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Dorit

Hi!

I'm Dorit and I manage the homes in our two gated communities "Manuel Antonio Estates" and "Palmas Pacifica".

Feel free to contact me first if you have any questions regarding our properties and before submitting your booking.

I look forward to hosting you!!
Pura Vida!

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