Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise

Outdoor dining
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio
5.0
Outstanding(102 Reviews)

House in Quepos

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this house rental

Wow! Santa Fe style Casa Tropical offers quite a unique setting and hill top seclusion and privacy at the end of a residential road on an acre amongst the gardens and forest in Manuel Antonio. The full covered roof top terrace provides 360 degree spectacular views of the lush forest and gardens, the Pacific in the distance to the west and the 4,000 feet above sea level Talamanca Coastal Range to the east. The seclusion of the house and higher elevation provides a daily abundance of wildlife.

Casa Tropical’s owners as of May 2017 have spent 10 years vacationing in Manuel Antonio and regularly visit the house. Casa Tropical has an excellent rental history and provides over 2,500 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space. The view to Casa Tropical’s west is towards the Manuel Antonio coastline and to the northeast the Talamanca Coastal Range behind the town of Quepos. Morning coffee on the roof top terrace, with ceiling fans and a bar is a must! Squirrel and capuchin monkeys are regular visitors from the adjacent lush forest. The wildlife watching from the roof is excellent with scarlet macaws introduced from a sanctuary very close to the property, as well as many toucans, parakeets and parrots regularly seen. On occasion even sloths are on or near the property. Even though most is here, we still recommend a walking tour of Manuel Antonio Park with Henry though! Casa Tropical is a very unique property and the "high ground" has its tremendous advantages!

Surrounding the home on the main and lower levels are covered tiled patio areas with ample outdoor seating surrounded by meticulous mature gardens. Ceiling fans were added to the main floor patio for additional comfort and new patio furniture (not pictured) has been added. The pool is family sized with large pool deck and nice pool chairs and umbrellas. Choose from numerous lounge chairs or hammocks throughout the property for your afternoon siesta.

The main upper floor of the home boasts a fully functional kitchen with gas range, full size refrigerator as well as an outdoor BBQ for meal preparation. There is also comfortable family room area with a 50” TV, DVD player and upgraded WIFI and a washroom. Air flow from the breeze on top of the hill, combined with the ceiling fans, open concept windows and doors provide a very comfortable main floor. Up to 12 can sleep comfortably in the 4 bedrooms on the ground level floor, with air conditioning in each of the 4 bedrooms. The master bedroom has its own washroom while the three bedrooms share a washroom. Three of the bedrooms also have direct outside access to the lower covered deck.

Ensuring everything goes as planned on your vacation and adding to your security, Andres, Ania and Kassandra separately reside on the property (but you would hardly know they are there, until you need something!) and have for over 15 years. Andres can arrange van transportation to and from the airport, or other parts of Costa Rica. Whatever tours or activities you desire, Andres will provide his recommendations and arrange. Most tours provide pick up and drop off at the house. The always helpful Andres loves the property and wildlife and will go out of his way to identify the birds and animals for you.

Ania and Kassandra provide regular housecleaning and laundry services for your personal laundry used while there. If you require laundry on arrival from your stay in another part of Costa Rica it can be sent out to an outside laundry service. Ania and Kassandra are excellent cooks and it can be arranged for them to prepare an excellent traditional Costa Rican meal at a reasonable price for you as well.

We hope your stay at Casa Tropical is your best vacation yet! Pura Vida!

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden

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Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(102 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2024
The grounds of this home are even more beautiful than the pictures. It is a sensory feast - the gardens, butterflies, parrots, iguanas, songbirds, toucans, ocean and mountain views, smells of flowers and jungle - you just don't get tired of it. Only the bedrooms have AC, so the main living area can get warm midday, but the fans held a lot. The kitchen is set up well for making family meals (and saving money as eating out is pricey). The pool and the 3rd floor balcony are major plusses. I do not hesitate to recommend this house for a stay in the Quepos / Manuel Antonio area - my family of 5 loved it.
5.0
Jul 2024
We enjoyed an amazing stay at Casa Tropical. The house is spacious and comfortable. We spent every morning on the housetop deck enjoying monkeys, iguanas and so many beautiful birds. The pool is a welcome place to cool off after a day of sightseeing. Andres really made our stay perfect. He arranged all our excursions, all with rides that picked us up at the house. He even was our guide for an incredible waterfall tour. He had many great recommendations for places to eat. We would definitely recommend not renting a car. Rides are readily available and I definitely was glad not to be driving on the roadways. Gracias Andres Pura Vida!
5.0
Jul 2024
We had the best week at Casa Tropical. We were a family of 11 and the house was spacious and very clean. The beds were very comfortable and nice to have A/C in the bedrooms. The kitchen was well stocked so we could cook some meals. We absolutely loved the rooftop porch. We enjoyed our early morning coffee up there each day. We saw toucans, parakeets, macaws, iguanas, three different types of monkeys, and so many butterflies. We even had a sloth travel through the trees! The pool was crystal clear and perfect for refreshing dips each day. Ana and Cassandra did a great job keeping our towels refreshed as needed and doing some of our laundry. Andres was extremely communicative and helpful. He booked us a guide for the MA Park, a full day waterfall tour, and gave many recommendations for beach services, things to see and do in town, and restaurants to eat at. We had the best trip and hope to return to this house again!
5.0
Jun 2024
We had a wonderful time staying at Casa tropical. We were met at check-in by the local property manager who oriented us to the home. The highlights of this home were the rooftop deck and its view, the fantastic pool (perfect for kids), and the comfortable bedrooms. We enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by Kassandra and Ana during our stay. One note for potential visitors is that the staircase to the roof deck has larger than normal steps (we are told the stairs are being redone soon). We did not have any trouble navigating the stairs, but perhaps not good for elderly. We really enjoyed staying in this beautiful home.
5.0
Jun 2024
It is a unique opportunity to stay in this property. The road leads to the property is somewhat difficult ti negotiate, the owner provides very detailed instructions you better follow it very carefully. We arrived on the dark that was not easy to get there. However the morning is very fun with birds and monkeys wake you up. The roof top patio is the place to be. We have monkeys came right to the patio to dance. There are some residents iguanas on the 3rd floor. There are fans in every room and they are very necessary. AC in each bedroom is wonderful. Laundry is done by the property manager team. Someone comes around to pick up Laundry also clean the house, empty trash that was very nice. Some good eateries just 5 minutes away. Get to the town center is also 6 to 8 minutes away.
5.0
Jun 2024
This place is as good as the reviews say. My family absolutely loved this house. The pool area was great. The 3rd story patio is awesome. We saw so many birds and animals from up there. White faced monkeys came through the property daily and troop of like 20 squirrel monkeys came through one day and hung out. It was even cooler than anything we saw at Manuel Antonio. The house manager Andres was super responsive and helpful. Gave us quick recommendations for anything we wanted to do in the area. Kassandra took care of all of our laundry needs and was awesome. If we ever return to the area in the future, we are going to stay here.
5.0
Jun 2024
We stayed for four days and it was amazing! The house is very roomy with pool and the upper deck allows you to view all the birds and monkeys in trees. Andres was available for planning excursions and Cassandra and Anya cooked us a delicious dinner one night. Definitely would he back!
5.0
Jun 2024
The property is gorgeous - tons of birds and monkeys to be viewed from the covered open-air porch on the roof!!! The swimming pool is a huge treat! The beds were super comfy and we slept great in the air-conditioned bedrooms. Kassandra and Anna make amazing meals - you should definitely ask them to cook for you! The best meals we ate in the country were cooked by them at Casa Tropical. Andres is an amazing resource for booking local sights and guides. He set up numerous tours for us: a guide through Manuel Antonio National Park; a catamaran cruise; zip lining; waterfall rappelling at a local farm in the mountains. They were all fabulous! We will definitely be staying at this home again on our next visit!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Quepos?

The average price for a rental in Quepos is $142 per night. This rental is $235 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise. Enjoy the water!

Is Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Casa Tropical - Gardens & Wildlife @ Manuel Antonio's Hill Top Hidden Paradise?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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