This property felt like a slice of heaven in earth. The pictures do not do the place justice! It is absolutely stunning. I will start with the few things we liked the least (now, please keep in mind, I said “liked the least” - not that we didn’t like them). 1. The driveway, when they say it’s steep and you need 4 wheel drive, they mean it. For us, we are all 50 and below and we’re able to walk it. We were extremely exhausted when we made it to the top- but we did it! That’s the only reason I gave the location a 4, was because of the location with the hill. Once you were at the top, we were able to walk almost anywhere we wanted to go. It was very enjoyable to walk in the evenings to dinner. 2. This didn’t effect us at all, but it is worth noting. The walls in the rooms up stairs don’t go to the ceiling. It only was awkward one night when we were all up in the sitting area watching the basketball games and the wall behind that is the bathroom. Not real pleasant listening to people use the potty and showering while trying to watch TV and not pleasant for the poor person using the restroom knowing everyone could hear them. 3. If you like to soak up the sun on a pool, this is not the property for you. I am a pool person and love laying out all day. There is not a tanning spot that I could find so we had to go the beach - I am NOT a beach person but at least i was able to get some Sun. Other than that, everything else about this property is beyond amazing. The views will take your breath away. All of the beds were amazingly comfy also. Be sure to get (or bring) spices, oil, etc for cooking). That was the only thing the kitchen didn’t have. The little details around the house (especially in the kitchen) we’re so well thought out. They even had pool floats, noodles, etc. the housekeeper was super sweet and would do our laundry for us and Ramon was always on hand to help with any maintenance issue (we lost internet one day). Vanessa was also always by her phone to assist us with anything needed. This was just our 3rd trip to Costa Rica but this house has been our favorite. It for our group of 9 perfectly. We are already trying to figure out when we can come back.

Everything was better than expected! The house was amazing with monkeys, sloths and scarlet macaws visiting every day. Vanessa was a delight and everything she set up for us was perfect. Chef Sofia created incredible meals for us for 5 nights of our stay and each dinner was delicious. Ramon and Erreldy were there daily and made our stay that much more enjoyable. Casa Mogambo is a very special place and I can't wait to return.

Mogambo is a beautiful home on a spectacular property with picturesque views. The staff, Ramon and Erreldy, are wonderful. Be sure to take a walk around the property on Ramon’s trail. Vanessa, the concierge, was incredibly helpful and immediately responsive to our needs, rebooking our itinerary multiple times when we were delayed on our flight down. Chef Michael’s (ForeverChef) meals were delicious - his ceviche is the best we’ve ever had. Home was very clean with fans and AC available in every room. Views of wildlife from the balconies (including 3 species of monkeys and both 2 and 3 toed sloths) were closer and more intimate than our visit to Manuel Antonio Nat. Park.

We stayed at Casa Mogambo with a family of 10 over the week of Christmas and were blown away. It's not easy finding a house that can accommodate 10 comfortably but Casa Mogambo exceeded our expectations. There were more than enough rooms to choose from and the added convenience of an upstairs office, a TV room and a yoga room added to the luxury and ease of our stay. There are quiet corners to be found all over the property and we never felt overcrowded. Vanessa was a pleasure to work with. She communicated with us extensively before our arrival going above and beyond to answer our many questions and set us up with multiple activities while providing other suggestions of what to do during our stay. Edderly came to clean the house every day making it such a pleasure to come back to at the end of a long excursion. Ramon, the groundskeeper, was lovely and quick to point out quiet wildlife we may have otherwise missed including a napping sloth right above the driveway. Be sure to check out the nature path named after him on the property! Some of our favorite days during the week involved just lounging by the pool, watching the monkeys and listening to the wildlife The only downside was having to leave!

We had such an amazing Thanksgiving stay at Casa Mogambo! Our ages ranged from 2-76 and the house met all our needs. The driveway is super steep so be prepared for that, but you can easily get a driver to help you out. The house staff were so friendly and helpful. Vanessa the concierge was a total rockstar and made all our dreams come true with excursions, private chefs, boat rentals, transportation and more. Couldn’t be happier with our experience and can’t wait to come back! Pura Vida! ❤️🇨🇷

Words can’t describe how spectacular this home is! It’s truly breathtaking and you can expect to wake up each morning to ocean views, sloths hanging from tree tops and multiple daily visits from howler, squirrel and capuchin monkeys. The staff goes above and beyond your expectations! Vanessa made all of our arrangements from booking our transportation to and from the airport, all of our excursions and chef service. Edderly spoiled all of us, providing fresh linens, taking care of the house and all of our guests needs! Then Ramon, who knows every inch of the estate, is so knowledgeable and so helpful in pointing out where the sloths are located, as they do move faster than you think. Thanks to all for making our stay amazing!!

We had a great time at Casa Mogambo with 10 family members. It was a great base for our multigenerational group, as we could venture out in the mornings when the weather was settled and return to relax if we wanted in the afternoon. The house was our own resort and was big enough to spread out if we needed a little space. The house itself was as advertised, in fantastic shape and gorgeous. As noted, the driveway is crazy steep and took some getting used to. Truly - 4wd is needed, which I didn’t understand until I drove it for the first time. By the end of the week we felt like pros. Kitchen was well appointed and had everything we needed (sharpening the knives would be welcome though). We cooked ourselves as well as asked Chef Sophia to cook. Sophia and her aunt Rebecca made 2 wonderful meals for us and the cost was comparable to a restaurant dinner. Erreldy and Ramon take great care of the property and it’s clear they take pride in their work. We had fun communicating with our little Spanish, their little English and a lot of gesturing. Both were very gracious. Vanessa, our concierge, was a ton of help also and a joy to work with. All of our tours and pickups were super smooth, and exactly on time! All in all, Casa Mogambo was everything we needed it to be, everything expected, and as beautiful as the pictures. As usual in Costa Rica, it’s the people that make it special though and why we keep coming back.

It's hard to know where to begin with such a completely heavenly experience. First, the house with its hillside perch amidst the trees and monkeys and parrots and toucans is heaven on earth. We chose Costa Rica for its experiences of nature, and to be so wonderfully surrounded by both flora and fauna was everything we wanted. The house? It's stunning, its location is incredible, it makes for the perfect setting for family or friends' relaxation and enjoyment. The management of the property - from our communication months in advance with Kent, to our continuing communication with Vanessa, to our daily interactions with groundskeeper Ramón and housekeeper Irreldy - everyone was phenomenal. For all our side trips and activities, Vanessa was on it and made it all as easy as falling off a log. She was there to insure our satisfaction with not just the house but the area and all it offered, and she does an excellent job. Last but not least, Ramón and Irreldy were so congenial and genuinely friendly - Ramón learning all our names, showing the kids and us where to see sloths on the property, sharing so much about the area, and with Erreldy we happily worked on communicating in Spanish with her and learning about our respective lives and cultures - hers and ours. We could not have felt more at home or welcomed at Casa Mogambo, all of which made a five-star setting and home all the more incredible and happy. Everyone in our group, which was all family (us and our grown kids) and significant others, agrees this was one of the best trips and experiences ever, if not the very best, with the human element making it the most special.

My family and I stayed at Mogambo for Spring Break 2022. The pictures of the house, grounds, and view of the pacific ocean are an understatement. The house is spectacularly beautiful and the porch with pool and views of the ocean very beautiful. This is one of the nicest homes we have ever rented on VRBO. We were thrilled with the accomodations. However, the joy of being in Costa Rica with the family did not end with the house. Vanessa, the concierge, was exceptional in taking care of us. as well as Ramon and Erielle, the house staff. The hospitality of our hosts and all the people we encountered was unparalled. We look forward to our next visit.

Absolutely amazing. The house is incredible with panoramic views. Wildlife visits everyday. The staff are friendly, helpful and are there for all your needs. Recommend 4 wheel drive, the driveway is steep but we never had a problem and there is plenty of room to turn around at the house. When we return to Manuel Antonio we won’t stay anywhere else

Our time at Casa Mogambo was absolutely magical. The pictures do not do justice to this stunning perfectly appointed Villa. This experience in the middle of the jungle, surrounded by animals, waking up to the sounds of Howler Monkeys, and seeing sloths on your walk up the driveway will never be forgotten. It was one of those vacations that you could not wait to fall asleep so you could begin another morning at Mogambo. Manuel Antonio is a special place in Costa Rica, the one area to have both the jungle and the beach minutes away. The kindness of all the people who worked at Mogambo, Vanessa and Ramone- and their attention to detail will not be forgotten. Our activities were the best and the personal chef was incredible. We are two families who have traveled extensively, and we both agreed that this was one of the most beautiful places we have ever been- and we cannot wait to return. Remember- the pictures do not compare with the reality. This is an exceptional find. (Also- the driveway is insane- that is the truth).

Great experience of “living above the canopy” for viewing monkeys, sloths and birds. All the staff were helpful and great to work with. Heed the advice about the driveway to this little piece of heaven, it’s steep and slick when wet!

We spent a week in Casa Mogambo in mid-February (two families of 4). We chose the location based on the proximity to Manuel Antonio. The place was ideal. Perfect set-up for two families with double masters in the top floor and three bedrooms in the bottom floor (along with huge yoga/exercise room). The middle level is a great room with kitchen, bar, dinning and seating areas and a patio with an infinity pool overlooking the forest and the ocean. We did go to Manuel Antonio one day but the gardens around the house had more monkeys and sloths than we saw in the park and no crowds! We spent hours seating by the pool enjoying the view. Another jewel in this place is the staff. The house includes a gardener and cleaning person, both super friendly and helpful. The rental agency also provides a concierge service to help with making reservations, setting up chef services, massages, etc. This is a truly full service rental! Highly recommended.

Our daughter has treated us to a trip to Manuel Antonio every year for several years now. We have stayed in some spectacular (and spectacularly expensive!) homes on Quepos Point, around Playa Vaca, as well as in Tulemar. This home was by far the best – it absolutely had it all. While the drive was steep we had paid attention to the notices that activity pickups needed to be all wheel/four wheel drive and we had no issues. The drive is actually part of what makes the property so amazing. Instead of being in a “neighborhood”, you descend INTO the jungle over a stream to a gorgeous house that has everything. The infinity pool framing that iconic Manuel Antonio canopy to ocean view was a daily lounging spot and if you just spend some time away from your book or your phone, the amount of wildlife was breathtaking. We thought we had seen everything over the years since we had stayed at so many great properties but the amount of land this house encompasses makes it just what other reviews said – a nature park all on its own. We saw sloths (some with babies!) and Ramon the property caretaker was instrumental in helping us find them. The howlers clearly use this property as a corridor as we saw them several days of our trip either moving from the jungle across the driveway, or literally hanging out and sleeping in the trees right outside the master bedroom (which is a wall of windows by the way).In fact, we have never had such up close and personal wildlife encounters that we had at this property. We chased the howler monkeys’ call in Tulemar, trying to get a glimpse of them, but at Mogambo we got to see them up close and personal multiple times a day during our stay in the trees all around the house, so close we could see them blink. It was a total wildlife immersion experience.My daughter took pictures of all three monkeys, sloths, and a toucan during the stay FROM THE MASTER SHOWER, and my wife and I stayed in the 2nd suite upstairs and had a gorgeous ocean view FROM THE SHOWER. I laughed that the shower was as big as her college dorm room!The house had plenty of communal and private space for whatever fancied us. We cooked several nights and needed nothing; the air conditioning was cold, the mattresses and linens seemed new, the water was hot, the pressure good. The staff was gracious and friendly, the ocean views and wildlife viewing unforgettable.I will be very disappointed if my daughter does not book this again next year.

My husband and I have traveled all over the world and I never knew such a beautiful place existed. Casa Mogambo is as unique and special to Manuel Antonio as Manuel Antonio is to Costa Rica. We fell in love with the town, the people, and oh my gosh the house and its surrounding vast property. We were taken the minute we descended down the steep drive and were blanketed in the color green and the sounds of animals everywhere. The home itself has an old world feel but with total modern amenities, like the house had been born and grew up in and with the jungle – like it’s a part of it. The house just blends in and looks like it belongs. For example, the front door greets you with black weathered iron handles in a hand carved wood door but I plugged my iphone into a usb/power cube on the nighstand and used Bluetooth to listen to the outdoor speakers while we swam and took in the view. The clearly hand made ironwork on all the decking and stairwells made us feel like we were in Lord of the Rings as we streamed Netflix on the bar TV. I appreciated finally having a home away from home that had every appliance/utensil/serving piece I needed. (However, when we didn’t cook, the home is super close to the amazing variety of restaurants in Manuel Antonio.) The rental sites and the owners site photos make the ocean view seem more sliver-like, but I think that’s because there is so much jungle view from the property as well. But being there in person was a WOW. It is a huge beautiful ocean view. Way better than the pics. The bottom line on the steep drive and how close you are to town is basically fitness. If you are in shape, it is a 12minute walk from the house to the MANY great restaurants. If you have a bad knee, you may want to rent a car or just call a taxi when needed. From what we could tell, in Manuel Antonio this is not unique. It is steep at the top of the drive but we loved the walk thru the property to the main road. Taking our time, stopping at the bridge, seeing a toucan’s nest, sloths with their babies, and of course, all the monkeys. The howler monkeys were at it every single morning but how crazy to walk down the drive and see them right there in the trees above you!! Watching monkeys while eating scrambled eggs on the outdoor deck was just surreal. It never ever got old and we sure wished we could have stayed longer. Mogambo is a place we will return to many times!

Our daughter has treated us to a trip to Manuel Antonio every year for several years now. We have stayed in some spectacular (and spectacularly expensive!) homes on Quepos Point, around Playa Vaca, as well as in Tulemar. This home was by far the best – it absolutely had it all. While the drive was steep we had paid attention to the notices that activity pickups needed to be all wheel/four wheel drive and we had no issues. The drive is actually part of what makes the property so amazing. Instead of being in a “neighborhood”, you descend INTO the jungle over a stream to a gorgeous house that has everything. The infinity pool framing that iconic Manuel Antonio canopy to ocean view was a daily lounging spot and if you just spend some time away from your book or your phone, the amount of wildlife was breathtaking. We thought we had seen everything over the years since we had stayed at so many great properties but the amount of land this house encompasses makes it just what other reviews said – a nature park all on its own. We saw sloths (some with babies!) and Ramon the property caretaker was instrumental in helping us find them. The howlers clearly use this property as a corridor as we saw them several days of our trip either moving from the jungle across the driveway, or literally hanging out and sleeping in the trees right outside the master bedroom (which is a wall of windows by the way). In fact, we have never had such up close and personal wildlife encounters that we had at this property. We chased the howler monkeys’ call in Tulemar, trying to get a glimpse of them, but at Mogambo we got to see them up close and personal multiple times a day during our stay in the trees all around the house, so close we could see them blink. It was a total wildlife immersion experience. My daughter took pictures of all three monkeys, sloths, and a toucan during the stay FROM THE MASTER SHOWER, and my wife and I stayed in the 2nd suite upstairs and had a gorgeous ocean view FROM THE SHOWER. I laughed that the shower was as big as her college dorm room! The house had plenty of communal and private space for whatever fancied us. We cooked several nights and needed nothing; the air conditioning was cold, the mattresses and linens seemed new, the water was hot, the pressure good. The staff was gracious and friendly, the ocean views and wildlife viewing unforgettable. I will be very disappointed if my daughter does not book this again next year.

When I first walked into Casa Mogambo, I could not believe that I was lucky enough to get to stay there for a whole week! The views in every direction are jaw dropping; the ocean surrounded by beautiful jungle, a tropical paradise. Walls of windows make you feel like you are immersed in the jungle and allow you to watch for wildlife at all times. My shower every morning in the master was something to look forward to - watching for monkeys as the sun streamed through the windows. Waking up to the sounds of the jungle every morning instead of an alarm clock is something I miss! My favorite part of our trip was cooking dinner in the amazing gourmet kitchen and watching all the monkeys traverse the property through the windows. By the end of the week, it seemed like no big deal to see a monkey! We also saw toucans and several other bird varieties. The groundskeeper, Ramon, would always call us to come out to see the sloths. They are so hard to see but he helped us see several on the property. We cooked a lot at the house because the kitchen has everything you need and we didn’t want to miss seeing monkeys. But its an easy walk to town to lots of great restaurants. You will just need to get used to the steep driveway (most are like this in Manuel Antonio)! It was a good hike, but by the end of the week it seemed like nothing. We had a car and recommend it have 4 wheel drive to get up the driveway. You can walk to the beach but its quite a walk in the heat. It was very nice and convenient to have a car. For anyone visiting Costa Rica for the wildlife, this place is a dream come true. We saw more wildlife on the property in their natural environment than when we were in Manuel Antonio Park! I also imagine this would be a great place for a yoga retreat or any type of retreat. Its a very relaxing and peaceful spot with all the modern luxuries you could want or need.

When I first walked into Casa Mogambo, I could not believe that I was lucky enough to get to stay there for a whole week! The views in every direction are jaw dropping; the ocean surrounded by beautiful jungle, a tropical paradise. Walls of windows make you feel like you are immersed in the jungle and allow you to watch for wildlife at all times. My shower every morning in the master was something to look forward to - watching for monkeys as the sun streamed through the windows. Waking up to the sounds of the jungle every morning instead of an alarm clock is something I miss! My favorite part of our trip was cooking dinner in the amazing gourmet kitchen and watching all the monkeys traverse the property through the windows. By the end of the week, it seemed like no big deal to see a monkey! We also saw toucans and several other bird varieties. The groundskeeper, Ramon, would always call us to come out to see the sloths. They are so hard to see but he helped us see several on the property. We cooked a lot at the house because the kitchen has everything you need and we didn’t want to miss seeing monkeys. But its an easy walk to town to lots of great restaurants. You will just need to get used to the steep driveway (most are like this in Manuel Antonio)! It was a good hike, but by the end of the week it seemed like nothing. We had a car and recommend it have 4 wheel drive to get up the driveway. You can walk to the beach but its quite a walk in the heat. It was very nice and convenient to have a car. For anyone visiting Costa Rica for the wildlife, this place is a dream come true. We saw more wildlife on the property in their natural environment than when we were in Manuel Antonio Park! I also imagine this would be a great place for a yoga retreat or any type of retreat. Its a very relaxing and peaceful spot with all the modern luxuries you could want or need.

This was hands down one of the most beautiful places I've been to with stunning views of the ocean. Not to mention a very comfortable, beautiful home with your own private pool and all kinds of wildlife you can see on the property. You're only minutes from Manuel Antionio National Park and other beautiful beaches. I can't recommend this enough... Thank you Casa Mogambo!

My husband and I stayed at Casa Mogambo for a blissful week and are very impressed with the home and the secluded surroundings that are still so conveniently located to the heart of the area. The home is exquisitely designed for relaxation and comfort and the attention to detail remarkable. The entire house opens with patios and captivating ocean views in just about every room, although I probably spent most of my afternoon staring at the ocean from the infinity pool just off the main living area. The gourmet kitchen is complete with everything one would want to cook for large gatherings but since professional chefs are just a phone call away, you don’t need to know this. The estate sits on three acres of its own nature preserve that allows you to feel connected to the natural surroundings, with what seems like a complete representation of the terrestrial animal kingdom of Costa Rica having a residence on the property. We saw three different species of monkey as well as both the two-toed and three-toed sloth through the window wall in the house alone! Hearing the monkeys call out as they traverse through the trees and seeing macaws fly by during your morning coffee is just one of the magical daily experiences at Casa Mogambo. In the evening, the fireflies create their own ridiculous light show that is just fascinating to watch. You will definitely need a 4-wheel drive vehicle or good legs to go from the house into town or the beach, as the driveway is very steep, but this is the case with most of Manuel Antonio. Unfortunately, the wi-fi signal is strong but that doesn’t mean you have to check in with work at all. The after effects of your stay at Casa Mogambo might be a more steady resting heart rate, deeper, more restful breathing, and a mild addiction to plantain chips. You will probably develop a deep friendship with Erreldy the wonderful housekeeper and Ramon the ‘sloth whispering’ grounds keeper, so prepare to expand your holiday card list. Casa Mogambo is a very special retreat and quite a find. We consider it the best vacation property in Manuel Antonio. We were planning our return trip on the second night of the trip. Honestly, this was a vacation of a lifetime that we plan on repeating again and again.

This home is so spacious and great for a large group. The master suite felt like a luxurious tree fort with 180 degree views of trees and ocean. Our kids spent hours in the pool and the ocean view never got old. We were able to see more wildlife at the house then we did in the park. We saw numerous monkeys and even a sloth! We very comfortably slept 8 people and could have easily slept more. The market, restaurants and shops was only a 12 minute walk which was very convenient! We did lots of cooking in the house and the kitchen was set up perfectly for it. The driveway was steep but I enjoyed it as it gave me a chance to burn off some of my Pina Coladas on my walk to town. The property managers were amazing and made sure we had everything we could need. They will even go grocery shopping and set up activities for you. House cleaner was great to and pleasant to have around. I highly recommend this home for your next vacation!