This place is massive and amazing. We enjoyed the check in process appreciated the seclusion and nature surrounding the property. Inside the 4 bedrooms are split to corners of the house all with large comfortable beds completely private space. 2 of the bedrooms have another bed area for extra sleeping / curtain for privacy. Kitchen was well stocked everything very comfortable. Outside was another level. Pool was largest house pool I’ve ever seen. Maybe 50x25 feet!!! Pool table area, ping pong, weights for working out and 2 massive outdoor kitchens one with a full bar seating for 8 and a huge outdoor TV. The sunset from this property was simply amazing. Choco the friendly property dog was so well behaved sat like a guard dog watching over us and never intrusive. The only thing to note on this house is it’s a bit far from quepos/town (dirt roads 5km) but for us this added to the privacy and seclusion. We will hopefully be back and next time we will bring more people. This place is perfect for 8-12 people. Pura Vida To Juan & Jose Thank You!!!!

This home is perfect. Very well stocked. The beds were so comfortable. The pool was amazing. We loved the new outdoor kitchen area with pool table. José was amazing always available to answer questions and help us make plans while there. He is a great resource. We hired a private chef while there. Chef Pepe made dinners and brunch in our outdoor kitchen. Choco the property dog was even a welcomed addition to our vacation. Hes the property guard dog and we elected to have him roam free while we were there. Waking up to toucans in the trees and having coffee on the deck with such a amazing view. The water was filtered so no one had tummy issues. It is out of town a little ways but we'll worth it.

What a beautiful house! Everything was perfect. My only regret was that I didn’t book the house for the entire week we were there!

This is a gorgeous home and surrounding property and is large enough for a large extended family to enjoy together. There are plenty of activities right on the property to enjoy if you prefer not to leave. The house manager, Jose, and property owner, Teri, were helpful and wonderful. I hope to return to this lovely home again someday!

This property was very nice and private. We enjoyed it very much and will consider it again when we visit Costa Rica.

Five stars all around for the Toucan Garden Villa! The house inside and out is gorgeous. We were a group of eight, and all of us were able to have our own space if needed, but come together in the spacious living room or on the beautiful patio to swim, play pool, ping pong or enjoy the beautiful view. Jose, the house manager was super responsive to our questions before we arrived and after, and helped us book a few tours over the week. All his recommendations were great. If the beautiful setting of the house is not enough, the dining experience with Chef Pepe and Ana took our trip to the next level. We cannot recommend them enough. All the meals they prepared were top notch and Ana’s cakes were equally beautiful as they were delicious. The beach day they took us on is a must. Just wear your bathing suit, bring your towel and some drinks, they take care of the food, chairs and toys. To make it even better Chef Pepe and Ana are some of the nicest people you will meet! Last, but not least, I need to mention Choco! Choco, the property dog is the friendliest, sweetest “watch” dog! We loved having him hanging around and he was a great addition to the stay. All around we had an awesome experience at the Toucan Garden Villa and would highly recommend!

It was a great place. We also had Chef Pepe prepare an amazing meal for us. The place was great for our two families to hang out and enjoy each others company.

The home and pool were better than the photos. All of the four bedrooms had comfortable king sized beds with one bedroom having extra twin beds as a family room. The rooms each had a private bathroom attached and they were all equally pleasant and beautiful. When we arrived, there were workers building a new pavilion next to the house and we were told they would be here working for the duration of our stay. This did not work for us as the noise and lack of privacy interrupted our stay and need for peace and quiet. That was quickly resolved and attended to by our host, which we are very grateful for. There is a pool table and ping pong table as well as some workout equipment available and a lovely outdoor dining and lounging area. The property abounds with birds (a primary reason we chose this area) and we were able to walk around the property daily. The pool was large and clean. Some kitchen pots/pans/utensils were outdated and not entirely clean. The stove did not work upon arrival, but Jose, house manager, came right up to fix it, as he did with a noisy toilet. Choco, the resident dog is beautiful and loves being around people. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the villa. Part of the road system from Quepos to Londres is not paved but we had no problem navigating in a SUV. We hope to return soon! Thanks!

Amazing rental, beautiful property, the pool/grill area was a smash hit. The only issues were a minor ant problem and the wifi doesn't work but hey, you're on vacation in Costa Rica, what do you need the internet for ??? Jose was an amazing guy, he really helped us feel welcome, comfortable, and prepared! Thanks for an amazing stay!

My husband and I travel to 3-6 places a year and this has been our favorite! We’ve been to Hawaii, Greece, Italy, Germany, Alaska, all over the United Stares and Caribbean. We have been to Costa Rica 3 times. There has never been a house we loved more than this one! It’s an absolutely beautiful location! There is a dirt road to get to it but after a few days you get use to it. It’s worth it! The house is immaculate and the kitchen has every gadget that you could desire! When you step in to the house the view of the pool overlooking the valley is stunning. We decided immediately at that moment to go to the store to get food and cook on the outdoor grill. It was a perfect spot. The pool is huge and a great place to cool off every afternoon. The outdoor covered patio had an 8 person dining table, 4 lounge chairs, a pool table, ping pong table, card table, horseshoes, and hammocks. The house manager, Joe, was so wonderful! Anything we needed he was just a phone call or text message away. We had an issue with our rental car on arrival day and he met us in town yo pick us up! He’s a really nice guy that made us feel like family. He walked us around the property and showed us the coconut trees, starfruit fruit, lemongrass, spices, and beautiful flowers. Joe recommended the best guide for Manual Antonio Park. His name was Leo. He was the original guide at the park and seemed like everyone there knew him. He sang to the birds and they sang back!!! Definitely hire him as your guide! We have been to that park in the past with other guides and they were not nearly as great as him. We could have easily spent days just at the house! We highly recommend you wake up early and hear and see the wildlife. Our favorite was seeing the toucans! We absolutely loved the house, the property, all the things to do, and the house manager.

The pictures do not do this house justice. It is gorgeous my adult children fell in love. The view from the pool is amazing and the house has so much room. The bedrooms are huge and so are the restrooms. The property and property manager wonderful. I cannot give it enough praise. I would definitely suggest a 4x4 as it is on the top of a dirt road.

I surprised my husband with our first trip to Costa Rica for his 52nd birthday. Choosing to stay at Toucan Gardens Villa was the best decision I could have made. Upon making the reservation, I was introduced to Jose, the house manager. I was nervous about being able to pull it off from NYC and in the midst of a pandemic until I spoke with Jose. Reading the reviews, I had questions about renting a vehicle and also wanted the chef to prepare dinner for us on my husband's actual birthday. I am so glad that Jose suggested we use a driver. After all of that traveling, along with the lack of road signage and shaky gps, we'd have been the opposite of relaxed by the time we'd arrived to the Villa. Instead, we were greeted at the airport by Marco, who stopped at Crocodile Bridge, the grocery store (get the marinated ribs and grill them at the Villa), and to grab our first taste of Costa Rican food (yum gallo pinto). Entering the gates, the property slowly introduces itself to you. By the time we got to the villa and got out of the car to meet Jose, my husband was pretty much speechless lol. The property is that impressive. Jose took the time to show us the grounds and discuss the different plants (tasting cinnamon, lemongrass, and oregano) and wildlife. And here's the thing, he introduced us to these things in a way that you could tell he cares about them, about the property, the land, the animals and as he shares this place with you, it feels like a gift. Everything everyone says about how beautiful this home is is absolutely true. The view is an experience! The home itself is warm and inviting especially considering its size. It rained every day for a couple hours and we enjoyed that as well. Lounging by the pool watching the rain is like a waking nap. The bed was very comfortable and we had no issues with bugs or temperature control. Jose prepared dinner for us on our last night and it was perfect. We spent our days relaxing...no I mean like actually relaxing where you have no idea what time it is and you don't care that you don’t know what time it is. You don’t need to know because all of your grown up responsibilities, (driving, choosing a park guide and beach, where to eat, remembering to get a covid test) are taken care of by Jose. He’s not just the house manager, he’s the chef, the concierge, tour guide, historian, comedian and pretty much like your favorite cool, wise uncle. We can’t thank you enough and will be back as soon as possible!

We had a really good time in family.The house have a lot of different spaces to enjoy, no time to be bored.The only thing that needs to improve is the internet connection, if you are going to work from their I do not recommend it.

We had a really good time in family. The house have a lot of different spaces to enjoy, no time to be bored. The only thing that needs to improve is the internet connection, if you are going to work from their I do not recommend it.

We had a great stay at the Toucan Gardens Villa. We had a total of 9 guest staying with 5 children between the ages of 1-9. We couldn't get enough of the amazing views and the awesome pool! Jose was super easy to work with and replied to any questions we had right away! The location is perfect if you are looking to be hidden away in the rain forest. It was about 25 minute drive to Quepos and 45 minutes to Manuel Antonio. The only small issue we had with the house was a few of the kitchen items were a little dirty, but this wasn't a huge deal for us. Overall we loved our stay at the Toucan Gardens Villa

We were a large family group of 12. There was lots of room. The grounds are very well maintained and we saw Toucans every day and some monkeys. We cooked most of our meals and we had everything we needed. The property manager is excellent as we read in reviews. He helped us book tours and a large van for the week. Thank You Jose for all you did. The location is outside of town and is very quiet and private but it is easy to leave from there for many excursions. Or just stay at the house and lay back looking out over an incredible view and swim in the amazing pool.

This is an awesome property. A paradise in paradise. Extremely private, nearby property manager is extremely helpful. A great retreat for family or a group. Incredible pool and amenities. A great choice.

Really good for our large family. Jose was helpful. Good location to relax and explore.

The House- Toucan Gardens villa was beautiful! It’s gated with a security guard! The house was nicely decorated to make it feel nice and homie. There was four couples in my group so it was perfect. There was four master bedrooms with bathrooms, each room had a king size bed so there was plenty of space! The kitchen had all the utensils we needed to prepare meals, and a blender for making drinks. The kitchen also had filtered water so that’s a plus :) The backyard- They have a gorgeous view of the mountains and the beach. Also they have a driving range, pool table,ping pong, telescope, and a pool! Not to mention a nature trial in the backyard that leads to a little waterfall! The area- there was SO much to do! We went to the beach, boogie boarding, horseback riding, visited waterfalls, zip lining and more!! Also there is grocery stores and restaurants within 10-15 mins. Jose who works at the house is super informative and helped us plan all our activities! He knew all the best tours and locations to check out. Also he recommended good local food spots. Overall we had an amazing week and look forward to staying here again In the future! :)

11 of us stayed at this property for 4 days and nights in February of 2019. It was my family of 5, including my three young daughters, my brother and his wife and two young boys, and my parents. It was an amazing 4 days. All of the planning was smooth, Jose was in touch with us before we arrived with a place to meet up and hung out with us while we went food shopping in Quepos. He set up our excursions and drove me into town to show me where each excursion left from, where to park, when to leave the house, etc. He then had us follow him to the house which is helpful as if you have not been there before it would be hard to find. The property is incredible, the house is clean, the view is amazing, the pool is beautiful and the kids enjoyed the pool table, ping pong table, and hitting golf balls. One night we cooked, one night the security guard, Juan, was kind enough to go down to a local restaurant and bring a spread of food back to the house good for 11 people because we did not have dinner and were tired and did not feel like driving into town. Juan also came by the pool one day when monkeys were out front so the kids could go see them. When we had a small issue with the sink I sent Jose a message and within 5 minutes it was fixed. Overall, I would highly recommend this place for a big group wanting to get away from it all and just relax in a beautiful spot with great amenities. If you need something Jose responds immediately and is so helpful it's as if you get a personal assistance and local with recommendations whenever you need anything. We followed his recommendations on excursions, exploring the park, a day at the beach and every day was so fun. The planning was easy, the place did not disappoint, and Jose is really the icing on the cake in booking this house.

We stayed as a multigenerational family and had a blast! After an activity-filled week in the Osa Peninsula, it was great to relax and enjoy everything on the property, including the beautiful grounds, the excellent pool, ping pong, billiards, and a mini driving range/putt-putt combo. Jose was super helpful and responsive. Some minor issues such as electricity cutting out occasionally, but nothing that was more than a minor nuisance. Would definitely recommend this place to a family / group of friends.

First off, if flying into San Jose Airport, know this, be prepared for a 3.5 to 4 hours drive to the house. Rent an SUV with 4x4 to help you Incase of rain. The roads to the house are very rugged, hilly, rocky, with tons of enormous pot holes. Also, be warned, go to the house to drop off your bags first. We had 4 bags stolen from our locked rental car, in front of the nicest grocery store in Quepos (B.M. Supermercado). This was done in our mere 15 minutes inside and we were parked in a well-lit parking lot with security cameras. This is how we started off our vacation! The house is nestled in the heart of the rain forests and on a breathtaking track of 30 acres. We were blown away by the grounds and flora! We hiked the private trail that the owners have made accessible for guests, down to a small river and waterfall in the jungle. It was amazing to stand in the middle of the jungle and being one with nature! The house itself is actually much larger and better than the photos show. It is quite large with all of the modern conveniences you need. The pool is enormous and was the perfect way to take in the spectacular views. We dined al fresco most every meal and LOVED the outdoor bar/kitchen! Things that could stand to be improved: 1) The house needs a deep cleaning, especially the kitchen. 2) All utensils, cutlery, glassware, dishes, small appliances and cookware were filthy. We had to wash everything twice to remove the caked-on grime. 3) Need new pots, baking pans, skillets. 4) Need new hand towels and cooking mitten. 5) Pool lights need to be replaced or repaired. 6) Home Theater System did not work. 7) Need a house manual to help guests acclimate with house with a “how to” instruction manual for switches, remotes, appliances, TV, etc. Jose, the manager or keeper, was a delight to work with. He was MOST accommodating and went above and beyond to help us!

We stayed at Toucan Garden Villa 7/14-7/21 and had a fantastic stay. We rented a car and drove from San Jose to Quepos the day after we arrived. We met the caretaker Jose in town, and he led us the last 30 minutes up into the hills to the estate. The large house is on 30 acres of nicely landscaped property with all sorts of wildlife around especially in the mornings. We had scarlet macaws and toucans every morning. Hummingbirds galore. The pool was awesome. Clean and refreshing when it got hot. The last few miles is quite bumpy and you cross a suspension bridge, but it just added to the sense of adventure. We had Juan our security guard there in the guard shack every night right near the house. Jose helped set up any excursions we had not already planned. We bought most of our groceries at the Walmart in San Jose to save money, and got the rest at the grocery store 20 minutes away. What a beautiful setting to start your adventures in Costa Rica from and get to come back to every evening. We will definitely be back.

Where to start? My friends and I had such a great stay at the villa. It has everything you need! If you are looking to get off the grid for a little while, this is the place for you. But, don't worry it still has strong wi-fi and is only a 25-30 minute drive to Manuel Antonio where there is a beautiful beach and the national park. Jose, the property manager, showed us the way up to the house when we first got in town and booked all of our excursions for us which was extremely helpful. There are monkeys, toucans, beautiful butterflies, and all kinds of birds in the back yard along with a pool that provides a stunning view. There are even golf clubs and golf balls to hit off of the pool deck which we ended up doing way more than we thought we would! There are also bananas, star fruit, oranges, limes, pineapples, cashews, and coconuts that can all be picked right in the back yard and a blender inside to make smoothies. A beautiful outdoor kitchen and grill made it easy to make dinner each night. If you are looking to get a local experience just head down the hill and right over the bridge there is a bar that has beer and food. A very cool place. Keep in mind, you are essentially in the jungle so there will be plenty of bugs, mosquitos, lizards, and little critters, but that is to be expected. Just make sure to use bug spray! I would highly recommend this house and hope to visit again some day!

Our group of 8 loved Toucan Gardens Villa. What a beautiful location. Plenty of room for everyone in the Villa and the pool is awesome. We hated to leave. Thank you Jose for all your help during our stay.

My husband and I were celebrating our 65th birthdays and took the family to Costa Rica. We had 6 adults and 3 children total! We had plenty of room for everybody and the outdoor area was the best. We played pool, ping pong, swam and hiked without leaving the property. We grilled every evening and ate outside. Of course we did zip lining, horseback riding, going to the beach, fishing, all under the guidance of Jose. He made the trip so relaxing with a no worries attitude. He took care of all our rides, including to and from the airport. When you are unfamiliar with a place it was great to have Jose's guidance. You are out from Quepos so you are driving on a bumpy dirt road the last few miles. This did not slow us down though. You will not regret staying here!! Hope we can come back!

The view, the grounds, the pool, and toucans almost every day!

What an absolutely wonderful holiday! When we arrived at the villa we were so delighted with the location. Jungle surrounded us, with fabulous gardens full of lovely flowers and fruits. Photographers heaven!!! The villa is outstanding, with large airy rooms, airconditioned comfort, and so well laid out. The bedrooms were lovely, with very comfortable beds and en suites. Stepping out on to the back veranda was such a treat. There is a large very inviting, well maintained swimming pool immediately outside, where you can float, swim and take in the magnificent views over the jungle tops to the Pacific Ocean in the distance. We never tired of looking! Evenings were so special, with the toucans and other birds and animals calling to each other as the sun went down. One evening we had the most magnificent sunset I have ever seen, so vivid and bright, and colourful, setting over the Pacific Ocean We certainly made good use of all the many facilities the villa has to offer, and just enjoyed the luxury of it all. Jose was just so welcoming and friendly, and went out of his way to make sure we were very comfortable, organising all of the activities we wanted to do, as well as making suggestions on what to see and where to go. We did not want to leave after our eight day stay, and I have to say, it is one of the best, most relaxing and entertaining holidays we have ever had. I would highly recommend staying here!

We stayed here the second week of August with our very good friends - 4 adults and 5 children (ages 10-14)...we had the most wonderful time and Jose was incredibly helpful in steering us in the right direction for activities as well as assisting us in making arrangements for various outings. The house was perfect and served as a welcomed air-conditioned retreat after a day of activity. We took advantage of everything the house and the property had to offer and it was well worth it! The housekeeper was wonderful and trustworthy and Juan was very helpful too. I highly recommend Toucan Villa and hope that someday we can all go back - if we could have stayed another week we would have!

Absulutely beautiful and relaxing

BEST PLACE I'VE STAYED IN A LONG TIME, WE HAD A GROUP OF 8 PEOPLE AND IT WAS VERY COMFORTABLE.THE BEDS WERE VERY NICE DIDN'T WANT TO GET OUT OF IT. JOSE THE CONTACT WAS VERY HELPFUL AND ALWAYS AVAILABLE. I WOULD GIVE THIS A FIVE + OUT OF 5

We stayed with a group of 9 and it was perfect. Jose was so helpful in helping us arrange transportation, which I would highly recommended as the house is in a pretty rural spot and an average cab would probably have difficulty finding it. We were picked up at the airport and shuttled to the house with stops at the grocery store and for snacks. Jose also arranged to pick up our friends late at night when their flight was delayed- very accommodating! The house was beautiful and clean, and there was plenty of room for all of us. We found that the house had everything we needed: towels, a few basic spices, pots and pans, dishes, a dishwasher, etc. The view is wonderful, and we spent all of our time outside. The only thing that I would want to warn people about is that it is secluded. If you want a relaxing vacation in a beautiful spot and home, this is the place. If you want to engage in a lot of activities and tours and go out to eat, etc., I would recommended a spot closer into Manuel Antonio. Or split up the trip, and do both like our group did! Also, plan to stock up on your groceries on the way in, but there is a small store about a mile from the house where we were able to pick up a few items. Thank you for the wonderful stay! I would recommend to anyone.