Escape to luxury at our private Manuel Antonio villa. Surrounded by jungle and daily wildlife, this elegant 2BR, 2BA retreat features a private pool, spacious living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Enjoy daily cleaning, a free guided park tour, and two 60-min massages per 3-night stay. Private parking (4x4 recommended). Upgrade your stay with a personal chef or private driver for the ultimate experience. The space What We Offer 🌴 Private Pool & Garden Sanctuary Relax by your own private pool surrounded by lush greenery while monkeys, toucans, and other wildlife visit daily. A true Manuel Antonio jungle escape. 🏡 Spacious & Stylish Living Enjoy 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a bright open-concept living area with beautiful jungle views—perfect for families, couples, or friends. 🍽 Fully Equipped Kitchen Cook with ease in a modern, well-stocked kitchen complete with everything you need for meals at home. ❄️ Comfort in Every Room All rooms feature air-conditioning, and both bathrooms offer hot, high-pressure showers for a refreshing stay. 🌅 Private Balconies Two private balconies provide the perfect spot for your morning coffee, sunset drink, or wildlife watching. 🧹 Daily Housekeeping & Laundry Daily cleaning upon request and complimentary laundry service ensure a carefree, hotel-style experience. 🚗 Free Parking Private parking is available (4x4 or AWD recommended for the hill), with free street parking as a backup option. 💆‍♀️ Exclusive Spa Benefits Enjoy access to our on-site spa, plus two complimentary 60-minute massages included with every 3-night stay—a luxurious touch you won’t find anywhere else. Guest access You will have your own private pool. We are Family-Friendly: The fenced garden is perfect for families, and there’s plenty of space for outdoor activities. Spa & Relaxation: Enjoy a complimentary massage from 20 December and access to our jungle spa services. Adventures at a Discount: Take advantage of our exclusive 20% discounts on local tours and activities, from waterfalls to surfing! Responsive Hosts: We’re always here to help, offering local recommendations, booking services, and anything else you need for a perfect stay. We offer a complimentary laundry service to ensure you have fresh clothes throughout your stay. To maintain quality and care, our team will handle all laundry, as the machines are for staff use only. Other things to note Unbeatable Discounts on Local Activities: We offer the best prices on exciting local adventures! Get 20% off popular activities, including: Manuel Antonio National Park Tours: Explore one of Costa Rica’s most famous national parks with expert guides. Nauyaca Waterfall Tour: Experience the beauty of these breathtaking waterfalls. Surfing Lessons: Perfect for beginners or experienced surfers looking to catch some waves. These discounts give you access to the best experiences at 20% off normal company rates, ensuring you enjoy top-tier adventures at the best price! Why You’ll Love It Here: Central Location: Minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park, beaches, and restaurants, but tucked away from the hustle and bustle. Wildlife at Your Doorstep: Spot monkeys, toucans, and more right in your garden! Peace & Privacy: Relax in a peaceful setting while being close to all the action. Exceptional Value: Luxury and comfort combined with unbeatable prices on local tours and experiences. House Guidelines: Quiet and peaceful atmosphere: No loud music or parties after 10 p.m.. Additional guests must have prior permission to enter the property. House rule violations result in immediate removal and a $500 cleaning/damage fee.

## The Space

Escape to a luxurious private villa in Manuel Antonio, surrounded by jungle and daily wildlife. This elegant retreat offers:

- 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
- Private pool nestled in lush greenery
- Spacious living room with jungle views
- Fully equipped modern kitchen

All rooms include air conditioning, and both bathrooms feature hot, high-pressure showers for your comfort. Two private balconies provide ideal spots for morning coffee, sunset drinks, or wildlife watching.

Daily housekeeping is available upon request, along with complimentary laundry service handled by the staff to ensure fresh clothes throughout your stay.

## Amenities

- Private pool and garden sanctuary with frequent visits from monkeys, toucans, and other wildlife
- Bright, open-concept living area suitable for families, couples, or friends
- Modern kitchen stocked with all necessary cooking equipment
- Air conditioning in every room
- Hot, high-pressure showers in both bathrooms
- Two private balconies overlooking the jungle
- Daily cleaning and laundry service included
- Private parking available (4x4 or all-wheel drive recommended due to hill access)
- Free street parking as an alternative option
- Access to on-site spa with two complimentary 60-minute massages included for every 3-night stay
- Optional upgrades: personal chef and private driver for an enhanced experience

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the private pool and fenced garden, making it family-friendly with ample space for outdoor activities.

Enjoy complimentary massages starting December 20 and access to jungle spa services.

Benefit from exclusive 20% discounts on local tours and activities such as:

- Manuel Antonio National Park guided tours
- Nauyaca Waterfall excursions
- Surfing lessons for all skill levels

## Location

The villa is centrally located just minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park, nearby beaches, and restaurants. It offers a peaceful and private setting while remaining close to local attractions.

## Additional Information

- Responsive hosts provide local recommendations and booking assistance to ensure a smooth stay
- Complimentary laundry service is provided; laundry machines are for staff use only
- House guidelines require maintaining a quiet atmosphere with no loud music or parties after 10 p.m.
- Additional guests must be approved in advance
- Violations of house rules will result in immediate removal and a $500 cleaning and damage fee

## Why You’ll Love It Here

- Central yet secluded location near top attractions
- Daily wildlife sightings right in your garden
- Peaceful environment combined with easy access to local amenities
- Exceptional value with luxury accommodations and discounted tours and activities

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Central Villa • Private Pool, 2BR & Free Massage - Houses for Rent in Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Basically, everything was as described, and we had a good time in this beautiful house.

Es war grundsätzlich alles wie beschrieben und wir hatten eine gute Zeit in diesem schönen Haus.

It's an amazing place to enjoy Costa Rica. The location is perfect for getting to the most famous places in the area, and the proximity to the jungle offers unexpected visitors, from beautiful birds to monkeys. It's important to note that getting to the accommodation is difficult. We had a 4x4, and even then it was difficult. We also tried to go down on foot, but the ground was a bit slippery. The exterior of the house requires maintenance.

Es un lugar increíble para disfrutar de Costa Rica. La ubicación es perfecta para moverse a los lugares más famosos de la zona, además, la cercanía a la selva ofrece visitantes inesperados: desde aves hermosas hasta monos. Importante considerar que la subida al alojamiento es complicada, teníamos una 4x4 y aún así fue complicado, también intentamos bajar a pie pero el piso estaba algo resbaloso. La parte exterior de la casa requiere mantenimiento.

Everything was quite dirty, and they also entered the house without notifying us while we were staying.

Bastante sucio todo, y además entraron a la casa sin avisarnos mientras nos alojábamos.

Check in was very confusing and scary. This hill is insane and will definitely give you anxiety if you’re at the top. I wouldn’t allow my family in the car while backing out. You need full concentration and move extremely slow if you do not want to lose control sliding down.

Veldig hjelpsom vert! Anbefales på det sterkeste

Good place. Extras excellent. Place could do with better cleaning. Tv needs replacing. Communication good

Wildlife was incredible: daily balcony visits from squirrel and capuchin monkeys, scarlet macaws, toucans, lizards, and frogs. Great location, minutes from shops and restaurants. Eva was responsive throughout. Listing photos are outdated and misleading. We arrived to a leaking ceiling and used pots to catch drips. Furnishings are worn, seating in living area insufficient for four, sheets low quality-pilled up and musty, a towel bar was broken. Limited places for wet swim suits and towels. No microwave despite being listed. CO detectors were in utility areas, not bedrooms: we brought our own. An open attic gap in the master closet was unsettling. The driveway is extremely steep (~20+°) and tight.  May be difficult for US drivers unaccustomed to this type of driving. The entry gate was unreliable all week, but felt safe regardless. Amazing destination, but the property needs significant updates to match what’s advertised. The wildlife watching from this location was a highlight of trip!

Excellent room. The facilities exceeded my expectations. Eva was always attentive to every question we asked her. A special observation for Eva would be to include a sponge for washing dishes. Everything else was great and we hope to return.

excelente habitación, las instalaciones superaron mi expectativa. Eva siempre estuvo atenta a cada pregunta que le hacíamos, ahí como observación especial para Eva sería el de incluir una esponja para lavar los platos, por todo lo demás estuvo genial y esperamos volver

The place has a very good location and restaurants nearby!

el lugar tiene una muy buena ubicación y restaurantes cerca!

A very tidy and nice place. Having a private pool is a big plus.

Lugar demasiado ordenado y lindo, el echo de tener piscina privada suma muchos puntos

Excellent house for resting and relaxing, with its private pool. The stay was amazing. It had air conditioning, and the place was incredible. We had visits from monkeys playing outside, and from various little animals that roamed around the house.

Excelente casa para poder descansar, y relajarte con su piscina privada, la estancia fue increíble, tenía aire acondicionado, y el lugar era increíble , recibimos visitas de Monitos que jugaban a las afueras, y de varios animalitos que rondaban la casa,

Property is nice and has a great location.

The house was very beautiful and the beach was close and nice as well

House was clean and beautiful with daily visits from monkeys, birds and frogs.  The driveway is extremely steep and most cars/taxis wouldn’t attempt it.  Our shins were very sore by day 2.  We had complimentary massages by Kerlin that were the best we’ve ever had in the privacy of the home.  The pool area is nice but stays cold due to the amount of shade.  Lush surroundings, friendly people, and walking distance to lots of shops and restaurants.  The complimentary breakfast was delicious with a beautiful view to start your day.  We did have issues with the WiFi (never was able to get connected despite requests for help) and with booking excursions.  Hosts respond quickly but didn’t seem to understand the request, so we were asked the same questions multiple times.  We missed a tour the morning it was supposed to be because the host never confirmed it.  We ended up just booking through AirB&B on our own. It all worked out and we enjoyed our time immensely and can’t wait to go back.!

Home is a good location, walkable to restaurants, etc. There were lots of excursions and beaches to explore within 15 minutes of driving. The space was perfect for our family of four. Air conditioning located in all rooms which was super nice in the heat. The home is a little tired and could use some maintenance. Kitchen items are a bit limited (3 glasses provided). It was a little unclear about amenities that were included with Airbnb, including a cleaning service, breakfast, etc. We seemed to get different information before and during our stay. Eva is responsive to any communication which was helpful. Eva does describe the steep driveway in her description, but it was much more steep than I had anticipated. It is very steep and the turnaround is very tight. Our SUV had a difficult time managing and we are typically pretty comfortable with Washington mountain driving. We did more walking for this reason because we frequently would not want to have to re-park, especially at night.

Eva was a great communicator and great for booking tours. Just an FYI you do have to purchase a pass to get the tour discounts but for us the savings were still worth it. The photos were a little out of date, and the place could definitely use some maintenance. We were disappointed that the pool was dirty the whole time and we didn’t feel comfortable swimming as we couldn’t see the bottom of the pool. The pool and some maintenance items did seem to be neglected. Other than that the host was helpful and the stay was a pretty good location as well.

House is very spacious plenty of rooms. Host responded to our needs for more towels or if we needed any help with bookings. I would recommend more utensils for cooking. Everything was really good maybe update the description of finding the place other than that. We had a great time.

Wonderful experience, couldn’t ask for anything more.

We spent 3 nights at Eva's. The place is magical. Every morning at the same time, 6 a.m., we had a visit from capuchin monkeys. It was really amazing 🤩 the cleaning service is also a plus as well as the included breakfast. The kitchen would benefit from being better equipped for cooking but the basics were accessible. You have to take into account the warning in the ad about the slope to get up to the accommodation because I don't think all cars are able to get up there. However, the host takes this into consideration and finds a solution 😉 I definitely recommend this place 🩷

Nous avons passé 3 nuits che Eva. L’endroit est magique. Chaque matin à la même heure soit 6h nous avons eu la visite de singes capucins. C’était vraiment incroyable 🤩 le service de ménage est également un plus ainsi que le déjeuner inclus. La cuisine gagnerait à être mieux équipée pour cuisiner mais la base était accessible. Il faut prendre en considération l’avertissement qui est dans l’annonce concernant la dénivellation pour monter jusqu’à l’hébergement car je ne crois pas que toutes les voitures sont en mesure d’y monter. Cependant, l’hôte le prend en considération et trouve une solution 😉 Je recommande vraiment cet endroit 🩷

We loved the area, lots of great restaurants and beaches close by! Eva was very responsive and we got two complimentary massages with our three night stay which were amazing! Having free breakfast through their other location was also very convenient. We did have trouble trying to get our SUV up the steep driveway and often had to just park on the street and walk up to our place instead. I do recommend Eva’s place!

I was quite disappointed about this place. Given the good reviews and the nice pictures I had corresponding expectations. I got the important descriptions how to get there only at 6.30 pm and got quite lost in the dark since googlemaps is inaccurate. Check-in was confusing even though it was resolved quickly. My main concern is that the whole place is quite used and needs revisions. It does not anymore correspond to the pictures. One example is the pool area. The pool itself and its terrace have no (functioning) light. Announced support to get it working was not given and a maintenance person was apparently sent but didn’t solve the problem. So I was sitting in a complete darkness at the pool after sunset which was not funny. I have to admit that the place might be worth its money if you’re a family of 4-5 people because it’s really spacious with 2 bedrooms, bathrooms, balconies. Couples or 2 friends find way better paces in MA. King bed is very comfortable.

Beautiful place in a very centric location. Great hosts and the pool and tub in the bathroom were great. The host Michel was very informative and friendly.

We had a great time and communication with Eva was above average. She always responded super quickly and supported us at any time with questions and booking our leisure activity. Gladly again at any time:)

Wir hatten eine tolle Zeit und die Kommunikation mit Eva war überdurchschnittlich gut. Sie hat immer super schnell geantwortet und uns jederzeit bei Fragen und Buchung unserer Freizeitaktivität unterstütz. Gerne jederzeit wieder :)

This place is very tired and not maintained well. Several burned out light bulbs, switches not working, had to use a table knife to turn fan on and off, no hot water in kitchen sink, no table or chairs for dining, stained and torn furniture, minimal kitchen stuff to cook with. Parking and turning around are extremely challenging on this steep driveway. Very hard to walk up and down the driveway. The pictures in the listing are outdated and misleading.

We had a lovely stay! We enjoyed the peace and wildlife, which came very close.

Vi havde et dejligt ophold! Vi nød freden og dyrelivet, som kom helt tæt på.

It was a very nice and quiet place. And they had lots of wildlife around. Toucans, monkeys, and other small mammals that I’m not sure of their name, but we saw them evey morning and evening.

Casa Zaru is situated on top of a hill, which gives you privacy and seclusion. There is a steep hill to get to the top. We didn’t have a car, so after 6 days our legs started to feel it. The house is not pristine (could use some upgrades if that’s what you are looking for), but the location and what Eva had to offer was well worth it! The free breakfast was an added bonus, which is about .7 miles away, but it allowed us to take in the culture and beauty of MA. We were in walking distance to local shops, places to eat, and the local bar (Vista Verde). The most important factor was Eva! She was an amazing host. She helped book all our adventures, set up all transportation to/from airport as well as for our adventures and so much more. She was in constant contact with us throughout our stay, with quick response time. She was more of a travel agent than a host! Definitely recommend staying at any rental that Eva hosts. We will definitely be returning. Pura Vida!

Private and well-equipped house. Eva is a very caring and communicative host

Casa privada y bien equipada. Eva es una anfitriona muy atenta y comunicativa

My boyfriend and I booked this villa because we were celebrating our 1 year anniversary. When we arrived, we were greeted by Eva’s dad and got placed in the wrong villa. No one explained why we were placed in a different villa until I messaged Eva. We were looking forward to having everything in the description/pictures, which included; a king size bed, a spacious bathtub, and a bigger pool. Instead we were placed in the villa with a queen bed, no bathtub, and a smaller pool. Eva explained this villa as “exactly the same” and “bigger” than the one we thought we booked. Eva said there was an issue with the tiles in the pool with the turtle. I felt as if we had gotten scammed because this should’ve been mentioned before they took our money. I would have asked for my money back and booked a different Airbnb, if I had known I was not getting what I paid for. Massages were offered, but we politely declined due to having other plans. Great location! Just be cautious when booking this villa.

Absolutely beautiful! Just like the pictures. We saw multiple different types of animals every morning from the living room which was amazing and totally completed our Costa Rica experience.

Wow! First, I just want to say, Eva is a phenomenal host. She is always quick to respond to messages or inquiries. She is helpful and understanding and exactly what you want in a host. Secondly, this jungle bungalow is breathtaking. You are literally situated on the top of a hill, surrounded by jungle. We saw monkeys, toucans, and more everyday. The pool is such a nice addition. The home is older but very clean and welcoming. The bed in the primary bedroom is so comfortable! The driveway hill  is quite steep but doable with 4WD and practice. Eva helped book us zip lining and horseback riding tours and both of those were highlights of our trip. I cannot recommend Eva’s jungle bungalow enough!!

The accommodation is exactly as described, is very well located, close to amenities, quiet and surrounded by nature, with animals, including monkeys that visit you on the balcony! Eva is very responsive, kind and helpful. The massages are great, thank you so much! It's spacious, bright, with two nice terraces and a patio with pool, ideal for relaxing! The bedding is also comfortable. We had a lovely stay!

le logement correspond exactement à la description, est très bien situé, proche des commodités, calme et en pleine nature, avec des animaux, notamment des singes qui vous rendent visite sur le balcon! Eva est très réactive, gentille et serviable. les massages sont tops, merci beaucoup! c'est spacieux, lumineux, avec deux jolies  terrasses et un patio avec piscine, idéal pour se détendre ! la literie est confortable également. Nous avons passé un très bon séjour !

Very nice great secluded place to stay! Will be booking again!

We had a wonderful stay in the villa that was equipped with every comfort. We enjoyed the monkeys that passed by the balcony a few times a day. The massage we got at the stay was delicious! Our host had good tips for a pleasant stay in Manuel Antonio. We highly recommend this place. We have enjoyed it optimally!

We hebben een geweldig verblijf gehad in de villa die van alle gemakken voorzien was. We hebben genoten van de apen die een paar keer per dag via het balkon voorbij kwamen. De massage die we bij het verblijf kregen was heerlijk! Onze gastheer had goede tips voor een plezierig verblijf in Manuel Antonio. We raden deze plek te zeerste aan. Wij hebben optimaal genoten!

Shhh. Don’t tell anyone about my secret hilltop house in Manuel antonio , it’s a charmer though couldnt hurt to have a little TLC this place has a lot of potential

Everything was amazing! We were greeted by toucans and monkeys every morning, which was such a beautiful experience. My son absolutely loved it! The place felt peaceful and full of nature. We will definitely be coming back soon!

I wanted to love this place. I had many options to choose from in the area and this was a bad choice on my part. Pros: The private chef we paid extra $ for. The massages we paid extra $ for. Cons: The hill is so steep and narrow you can’t turn your vehicle in it. Too steep to walk up. Miscommunication on so many things. Hired private chef and they ordered raw chicken that went to wrong place and took time to find it. Maintenance issues! Many. Part of ceiling fell at night when we were sleeping. Don’t buy gold pass. They offered laundry once and brought us back a bag of wet clothes! Never offered cleaning services. Stains on couch. Broken tiles. Outlets don’t work. Needs repair badly. Kitchen is poorly stocked. Not enough silverware or ANY sharp knives. Takes about 90min to fill the indoor tub. Pool is COLD in bad shape and many mosquitos. Place doesn’t match photos. I was gracious with the stars I gave. You Probably shouldn’t stay here. Wasn’t worth the price paid.

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We do want to clarify a few points for future visitors: Our Gold Pass includes complimentary massages, laundry service, and several discounts — all of which were provided. The laundry incident was simply a small misunderstanding that was resolved immediately. The private chef experience you booked is one of our most popular features, and we’re happy you mentioned how much you enjoyed the meals. (best food in the world you said plus amazing photos) The ceiling issue you referred to was a tiny (2 cm) piece of plaster that came loose the day after an earthquake — fortunately it was purely cosmetic and quickly repaired. The villa is cleaned daily, and the kitchen is fully equipped, including sharp knives and cooking utensils. Our pool is naturally kept cool, as its not a heated pool water, and we maintain it daily. We’re sorry that some communication issues caused frustration, but we’re glad you still enjoyed the chef’s meals and the many tours included in your stay — which saved you over $200 in value. We’ll continue improving and appreciate your feedback as we strive to make every guest’s stay as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Warm regards, The Zaru Team

Very pleasant stay in a very nice environment, the house is just as described

Estancia muy agradable en un entorno muy bonito, la casa es tal y como se describe

The Airbnb is beautiful, super comfortable and clean, we loved it. The only problem is the entrance, it has a very steep slope and with the rains there was a lot of moss and it was very slippery, which made it very difficult to enter and exit to the point that the car skidded several times and once it hit the wall and got scratched.

El Airbn es precioso, súper cómodo y limpio, nos encantó. El único problema es la entrada, tiene una cuesta muy muy empinada y con las lluvias tenía mucho musgo y estaba muy rebalosa, lo que dificultaba mucho la entrada y la salida al punto que el carro derrapó varias veces y en una pegó con la pared u se rayó.

Eva and the hosts were extremely communicative and helped us set up activities. The place was just as described and lovely. We look forward to going back!

Overall the stay was very pleasant, although we only stayed one night if we took advantage of the spaces, just one complicated point is that the road to the house is extremely steep and it is difficult to go up with any car and the rain makes it more difficult. Finally, the space is highly recommended and meets the objective, it includes breakfast so that's a plus in case you have a walk to do, it saves time.

En general estuvo muy agradable la estancia, aunque solo nos quedamos una noche si aprovechamos los espacios, solo un punto complicado es que del camino hacia la casa está extremadamente inclinado y es difícil subirlo con cualquier coche y con la lluvia lo hace más difícil. Finalmente el espacio es muy recomendable y cumple con el objetivo, incluye desayuno así que eso es un plus por si tienen algún paseo que hacer, ahorra tiempo.

Our stay at Casa Zaru was truly unforgettable. The villa itself was peaceful, private, and surrounded by the sounds of nature — exactly the kind of reset I needed. The view each rising was breathtaking, and it felt like a perfect mix of adventure and serenity. Eva was incredibly responsive and helpful in organizing our rides, tours, and recommendations on such short notice, which made everything flow smoothly. We especially appreciated her kindness and effort to make our stay special. We loved being close to everything — the national park, Quepos, the beaches, and local restaurants. The private pool was our little sanctuary after long days exploring. While there were a few small communication mix-ups at first, everything worked out beautifully in the end, and we left feeling so grateful for the experience. Thank you, Eva and the Casa Zaru team, for creating such a warm, memorable stay. More life, more peace, more Pura Vida 🌿✨

Was absolutely beautiful and very central to most activities in and around the Quepos area. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others. Eva was very responsive to any of our needs.

great place to stay. and so much room. the windows everywhere made me wanna just stay in all day and watch the rain

We loved our stay here!! The house is well equipped with essentials and right in town. We saw capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, lots of birds including a few toucan, hummingbirds, and macaws (from a distance)! The laundry service, 2 free massages, and free breakfast (5 min away) were great bonuses. Eva was super responsive any time we had a question or issue and extremely accommodating. The chef dinner was fabulous! We also had Eva book several excursions for us and we felt they were all great deals and well with the money (surfing, Mangrove night tour and ATVs). We definitely recommend the free tour with Manny at the Manuel Antonio National Park which Eva set up for us as well. Get 4 wheel drive if you rent a car-- the driveway is no joke! We absolutely loved our stay here and would highly recommend. Eva is probably the best Airbnb host I've ever worked with and we've stayed at over a dozen vacation homes.

The place looks exactly like the pictures and it’s very beautiful. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well taken care of. The location is great and made it easy to get around. I really enjoyed my stay and would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Also, the massages are excellent, if you get the chance to have one, don’t miss it.

Eva was very attentive and approachable! Very good host! Thank you so much for everything!

Eva fue muy atenta y cercana! Muy buen anfitrión! Muchas gracias por todo!

Thank you Eva! This place was a dream, and I definitely return again, and again. I like the privacy, and the peace. The wild life is amazing, and beautiful landscape.

Fantastic accommodation with a fantastic steep hill - today's workout is quickly completed. All it took was a question in the chat about how to wash clothes, and the dirty laundry was picked up and returned. Great service! One downside, however, is that the host did not show up at check-in as promised.

Fantastiskt boende med en fantastiskt brant backe - dagens träningspass är snabbt avklarat. Det räckte med en fråga i chatten hur det skulle fungera att tvätta kläder så var smutstvätten hämtad och tillbaka igen. Toppenservice! Ett minus dock att värden inte mötte upp vid incheckning som utlovat.

Beautiful home that is both safe and private. Saw lots of monkeys and even Guacamayos from the balcony.  Complimentary massages were a nice bonus after a week packed with adventures . Pool is nice and deep. Slight miscommunication about the housekeeping & laundry service, was not done as requested. Be aware that all colors will be washed together, your clothes can be ruined and the “housekeeping” is taking the bathroom trash out every day.  Host was responsive sometimes, others, messages were ignored completely. Overall, a great location only 8 minutes from MA, tour guide was knowledgeable and polite. Host father welcomed us and checked us in with local recommendations and tips, very kind and honest man. Beds were comfortable. As others have mentioned, very steep driveway, you need a full 4x4 to get up there.

Excellent option to stay. Eva and Michiel were very friendly people and helped us with any questions we had at any time. The house has everything you need for someone who comes on vacation and they also support you by giving you tips on restaurants and city tours. I would definitely stay there again

Excelente opción para hospedaje. Eva y Michiel fueron unas personas muy amigables y nos ayudaron en cualquier duda que teníamos a la hora que fuera. La casa tiene todo lo necesario para alguien que viene de vacaciones y además ellos te apoyan dándote consejos de restaurantes y tours por la ciudad. Definitivamente volvería a hospedarme ahí

The place is beautiful, but it does have a very steep slope, so the place is quiet, with a good location and you are in contact with nature. I saw monkeys when I arrived at the place

El lugar está hermoso, pero si tiene una pendiente muy inclinada , de ahí el lugar es tranquilo, con buena ubicación y estás en contacto con la naturaleza me tocó ver changuitos a la llegada del lugar

Excellent accommodation, beautiful for a long stay! It's worth making use of all the amenities. It's a beautiful place to stay. There is no description of a viewpoint above the house and it is worth climbing to enjoy a beautiful view.

Excelente alojamiento hermoso para una estancia sobre todo algo larga! Vale la pena hacer uso de todas las amenidades es un alojamiento hermoso. No hay una descripción de un mirador arriba de la casa y vale toda la pena subir para disfrutar de una bella vista.

Eva provided wonderful amenities during our stay. She was also very responsive and helpful when we needed to have the hot water issue fixed. Thanks Eva for a great stay!

The house had spectacular views and the private pool was great. We were also able to see a family of titi monkeys on our own terrace :)

La casa tenía unas vistas espectaculares y la piscina particular era genial. Además pudimos ver una familia de monos tití en nuestra propia terraza :)

I had to wait with my daughter for 3 hours and they never responded to us at all there was no keys in the lock box

My husband and I loved how private and peaceful Casa Zaru was. We got to feed the monkeys right off of our patio, can't beat that! I will jump on with the other comments and say that the hill is indeed steep so definitely need that 4wheel drive vehicle. Our ONLY complaint was we wished we could have used the beautiful tub pictured in the master bathroom, a little more. Took a while for hot water then a while to actually fill it up, but we spent alot of time exploring so not a huge deal! Eva was so helpful and responsive, we would stare here again in a heartbeat :)

Steep hill, but great location. Great communication with host! Shower did not work as expected with water pressure.

Apartment, comfortable and clean. Breakfast included in the hotel near the accommodation. Very friendly host.

Apartamento, comodo y limpio. Desayuno incluido en el hotel cerca del alojamiento. Anfitrion muy amable.

Was a great value and location. Eva was incredibly responsive and helpful. Monkeys every morning on the porch - my children LOVED it! Driveway is very steep but once you do it a few times, you’ll get the hang of it. Only issues were one shower didn’t work at all and the second shower was a bit weak on water flow as well. AC, when used, was very powerful and cool. Lots of space - perfect for a family. Overall, we were happy with our stay!

Wonderful spot, feeling right in the jungle! There was so much monkeys playing in the trees around the house, we rapidly lost count! Eva was always super responsive and helpful, all our questions were addressed rapidly. Plus the house perks (free breakfasts and massages!) were worth it! Note: the ascent to the house is quite steep, 4WD highly recommended (for a large part of Costa Rica in fact).

The property is very luxurious, the pool is really nice and the Jacuzzi inside the master bedroom is really luxurious Strongly recommend

הנכס מאוד מפנק, הבריכה ממש נחמדה והג׳קוזי בפנים בחדר הגדול ממש מפנק ממליץ בחום

A super nice house and it feels close to nature.

Una casa súper linda y se siente cerca de la naturaleza.

A great place to stay in Manuel Antonio: easy bus trip to the beach, walkable to shops and restaurants. A beautiful home with a sweet pool to beat the heat. Eva and her dad and Orlando and crew were very responsive and attentive, especially when a plumbing issue came up, which was fixed the same day. We'd love to come back!

The place was beautiful, the pool was private and it was very clean and smelled good. It is true that the entrance is very steep and not just any car can go up, but the real problem was the details. The air conditioning in one room was already old and made a lot of noise. The TV was damaged and the images looked blue. One of the bathrooms had a leak and the lighter for the gas stove didn't work. It is true that the host responded quickly and tried to fix everything she could, but a better experience would have been not to have these problems to begin with

El alojamiento estaba hermoso,  la piscina era privada y estaba muy limpio y olía bien. Es cierto que la entrada es muy inclinada y no cualquier carro sube, pero el problema real fueron los detalles. El aire acondicionado de un cuarto estaba ya viejo y sonaba mucho. El televisor estaba dañado y las imágenes se veían azules. Uno de los baños tenía una fuga y el encendedor para la cocina de gas no funcionaba. Es cierto que la anfitriona respondía rápido y trataba de arreglar todo lo que podía, pero una mejor experiencia hubiera sido no tener estos problemas para empezar

Great location in Manuel Antonio, very walkable if you’re ok with a bit of a hill to get into town! Lots of good recommendations from Eva and help organizing our tour. The pool was amazing as was the rest of the house:)

Eva was a great host and was very helpful setting up excursions and making sure we had a great stay. Location was great as well. 10 min drive from the national parks.

Eva’s place was a great location with plenty of privacy and lush nature! Eva was a very proactive and communicative host that sent us a lot of information for our stay as well. We stayed for 3 nights, so we were able to enjoy complimentary massages. Overall our experience was very good and we enjoyed our stay. I do think the place could have been slightly cleaner and use some updates. The couch was very uncomfortable and the tv had a blue tint to it. Some things were different in the listing pictures, so maybe those could be updated as well.

Perfect location near Manuel Antonio. Monkeys would visit every day. Steep driveway but no problem with 4x4. Would definitely stay here again.

Beautiful home and appreciated the free massages and food recommendations!

Excellent service and hospitality, I loved the privacy

Excelente servicio y hospitalidad, me encantó la privacidad

Excellent place, very comfortable, spacious and beautiful, Eva is very friendly and helped us with our questions

Excelente lugar muy cómodo amplio y precioso, Eva es muy amable y nos ayudó con nuestras dudas

Lovely place with great pool. The location is very close to the park. The kitchen is well equipped. Eva and her father are very nice and have helpful tips. The driveway to the apartment is very steep but doable.

Schöne Unterkunft mit tollem Pool. Die Lage ist sehr nah am Park. Die Küche ist gut ausgestattet. Eva bzw. ihr Vater sind sehr nett und haben hilfreiche Tipps. Die Auffahrt zur Wohnung ist sehr steil, aber machbar.

My family of four - two adults and two young adults - had an unbelievable time at Eva's place. She and Michael were so responsive and had the best recommendations. We were glad to have 4-wheel drive for the driveway - but we needed it for our entire time in CR and honestly, we loved the drive up to our place every time we pulled into it. The monkeys and bird watching were like magic for us. The guided tour at the park and mangrove - fantastic. My kids loved the pool and hammock outside as well. We are completely in love with this country and will be suggesting this exact AirBnb for our friends who travel here next. Thank you for hosting us!

Eva’s dad met us at check-in and was very helpful with recommendations for local restaurants and beaches. Eva was very responsive to our requests and the complimentary massages were nice. The house is located in a convenient area close to the national park, beaches, and restaurants/shops. My family and I did feel like the place could use an update with the furnishing and interior finishes. The house was not exactly as we expected based on photos in the listing.

Thanks to Eva and Mikael for this beautiful stay! Everything was perfect and I would gladly go back! Exactly what we needed :) Take care and thank you again 🙂

Merci a Eva et mikael pour ce beau sejours ! Toute etais parfais et j'y retournerais volontier ! Exactement ce qu'il nous fallais :)  attention a vous et merci encore 🙂

The place was fine, the host was great! The place was located up a very steep hill, few if any Ubers wanted to drive up it so it was a lot of steep uphill walking. One of our guests had a hard time with this. The location was close enough to a lot of grocery/restaurants in the area. The host was very up front about not going to the grocery store near and using the one in Quepos due to high cost of groceries. The pool was okay, tiles are broken in spots and could have been cleaned. The couch stuffing was not supportive and was quite uncomfortable to sit on. Otherwise everything else was fine. The laundry and in room massage service was really nice!

Great property and we really enjoyed the hammock. The beds and space were both comfortable. The only challenge is the driveway…it is so steep and in the rain it is tricky to get down. However, the home is in a great area and is well taken care of.

Eva and Michael's place is beautiful. We loved the outdoor pool and hammock area with the large dining table, great for playing board games! The full kitchen was equipped with everything needed and beds were very comfortable. Host were extremely responsive and offered suggestions to local places and tours. Complimentary massages and laundry service was a bonus that we loved! The only con was the very steep driveway ( make sure to have a 4x4 or strong legs). We would definitely rent again!

Great place, good communication and attention.

Excelente lugar, buena comunicación y atención.

The place is great, well situated in MA and totally gives a flavour for where you are. Eva has been a very welcoming and communicative host. Unfortunately we have had to cut our stay short, but would have loved to stay longer to enjoy the house and its surroundings.

Very beautiful service. Very nice place to stay I would highly recommend

Très belle prestation Logement très agréable Je recommande fortement

Very spacious house, much better than in the photos

Casa muy espaciosa, mucho mejor que en fotos

Eva was an extremely responsive and hospitable host. She went out of her way to make sure our stay was top notch and booked several activities and private chef for us. By far the best host that we have rented from. We loved watching the wildlife from her home. There were troops of monkeys that would typically come by around 4 or 5 in the evening that our family loved watching and made it a very memorable trip.

great place.  enjoyed the nature.  Great host.  nice pool.  beds are comfy

Really nice house with abundant wildlife. Great location to walk for local restaurants and super market.

Our family of four enjoyed our stay at Eva's so much! The place was spacious and cleaned every day of our stay. As others mentioned, the driveway is steep but manageable and totally worth it for the privacy. The unit is minutes from restaurants and shops in town. Michel greeted us upon our arrival and was so welvoming. His dining and beach recommendations were spot on. Biasanz was the perfect beach for our family--quiet, not too crowded, very few waves. Our boys especially loved watching the monkeys and toucans from the balcony every day. We were sad to leave. We would definitely stay again, thank you for having us!

We had an amazing stay at Eva’s place! Great location, walkable to restaurants and supermarkets but still very private. The service was second to none. They cleaned our place everyday and even gave complimentary laundry service. They gave us fresh fruit everyday as well, and coffee! Super responsive, friendly. The pool was perfect for cooling off in the evenings and we used it everyday. We were about a 10 minute drive to Manuel Antonio Park and plenty of beaches to choose from. We ate fresh seafood everyday at Oceano which was about a 10 minute walk from their place. Delicious! Highly recommend!

You should book this! You won't find better hosts. Extremely kind and helpful and flexible. Booked us great tours and had great recommendations! The home is beautiful and comfortable. The pool area is perfect. Close to great restaurants and a short drive to all of the beaches and activities in the area. Highly recommend!

We went with our two young girls and Eva’s house was great! Eva helped so much with booking excursions, transportation and even a massage for my wife and I. She was always responsive and so much more than just a host. The walk up the steep driveway is worth it for the highest unit and view. Will do our best to return as soon as we can!

the house is very nice, with good finishes, the pool is super private and the water stays quite hot, the only thing is the entrance that is very steep for the car,  but with a big car no problem, I will definitely stay here again.

la casa es muy bonita, con buenos acabados, la piscina es super privada y el agua se mantiene bastante caliente, lo único es la entrada que es muy empinada para automóvil,  pero con carro grande no hay problema, sin duda volveré a hospedarme aquí.

Beautiful villa in a great location. Eva was so helpful and responsive. She arranged a mangrove tour, private chef, and massages for us. Everything was wonderful.

Incredibly unique and gorgeous location! It was fun to see the monkeys and wildlife close up from the full length windows. Eva was very welcoming and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable and memorable. Such fun surprises in the fridge, we love fruit! The in-room massages she arranged were excellent! We would definitely return!

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