Exceptional Ocean views for this 4 bedroom tropical villa in Malpais/Santa Teresa. Gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the surf at Playa Carmen. Located a 4 minute drive to the crossroads of town. Perched up a little hill, the house is very quiet, private and surrounded by lush green jungle and wildlife and only a couple neighbors. Enjoy all the modern comforts (AC in whole house & fiber optic internet) within the peace and quiet of the wild and enchanting Costa Rican jungle. The space FRESHLY RENOVATED! Casa Makasi is high end Ocean View Villa located in the hills of Mal Pais / Santa Teresa on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. House boasts 3 spacious and elegant bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms upstairs plus 1 smaller bedroom downstairs with outdoor bathroom. All enjoying gorgeous ocean views, air-conditionning. There are large ceiling fans in all areas which include a fully equipped kitchen with island and sitting area, a living/Tv room, a dining room, large outdoor decks and terraces, a guest washroom, an outdoor shower & toilet serving the pool area. There is a laundry room with washer and dryer that guests are welcome to use. Let's not forget the highlight of the house, it's magnificent ocean view infinity pool. We can accommodate up to 8 adults. Casa Makasi is just a 5 minute drive from the crossroads of town, just minutes away from the beautiful white sand beaches and world renowned surf of Playa Carmen and Playa Santa Teresa as well as some great restaurants, bars and fun activities. The house has good wifi, fiber optic 200mbps is included. Higher speed possible at extra charge. We offer daily cleaning (except Sundays and holidays). Come and experience stunning views, unique sunsets, relaxing moments, the comfort of luxury within the Costa Rican nature and Pura Vida. Guest access Guests have access and complete privacy in the whole house and pool area. Our caretakers (a couple with 2 teens) live in a small studio in the back of the parking area so you may run into them there. Other things to note - Special price for only 2 people, contact host! - Strong SUV or 4x4 vehicle is necessary to get to the house. Dirt road and sometimes a bit steep. - Please drive slowly and carefully up and down the road and around town. The speed limit is 25km/h. - A maximum of 8 people are allowed at the house. - The villa is surrounded by jungle and is made of many natural materials (wood doors and windows and cana brava ceilings) It can be tricky to keep the jungle out. If you have a complete aversion to insects, maybe best to pick another home. - Fiber optic internet (200mbps included) but it may not reach every corner of the house. PLEASE NOTE that the internet or power goes out on occasion or storms may sometimes cause issues with the quality of the connection. Unfortunately we don't have much control over this and will not be held responsible for internet issues and mishaps. We do have a small generator to keep the internet on during short outages. - 3x per week cleaning included (except Sundays and holidays). - We are happy to help with organizing massages or activities for you. - There will be NO PARTIES and NO Loud noise outside the house. We live in a quiet and peaceful area so please be respectful after 9 pm. - NO SMOKING in the house or on the terrace. Only in the parking area. Please do not dispose of ashes or cigarette buds in the house trash to avoid the whole house smelling like an ashtray. - We do not allow outside people or extra guests visiting the house that have not been pre-approved by the owner for safety reasons. - Pets are NOT allowed unless SPECIFICALLY pre-authorized by owner!

## The Space

Casa Makasi is a high-end ocean view villa located in the hills of Malpais/Santa Teresa on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast. Recently renovated, this tropical home offers exceptional ocean vistas and a gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the surf at Playa Carmen.

The villa features:

- Three spacious and elegant bedrooms upstairs, each with an ensuite bathroom and air conditioning
- One smaller bedroom downstairs with an outdoor bathroom
- Large ceiling fans throughout the house
- Fully equipped kitchen with an island and sitting area
- Living and TV room
- Dining room
- Large outdoor decks and terraces
- Guest washroom
- Outdoor shower and toilet serving the pool area
- Laundry room with washer and dryer available for guest use

The villa comfortably accommodates up to eight adults. It is perched on a quiet hill surrounded by lush jungle and wildlife, with only a few neighbors nearby. The entire house is air-conditioned and connected with fiber optic internet (200 Mbps included, with higher speeds available for an extra charge).

## Location

Casa Makasi is situated just a 4 to 5-minute drive from the town crossroads. It is only minutes from the white sand beaches and world-renowned surf spots of Playa Carmen and Playa Santa Teresa. Nearby, guests will find excellent restaurants, bars, and a variety of activities.

## Amenities

- Infinity pool with stunning ocean views
- Air conditioning throughout the house
- Fiber optic internet (200 Mbps included)
- Laundry facilities with washer and dryer
- Daily cleaning service (except Sundays and holidays)
- Outdoor shower and toilet by the pool
- Large outdoor terraces and decks for relaxation

## Guest Access

Guests have full privacy and access to the entire house and pool area. Caretakers live in a small studio near the parking area and may be encountered there.

## Additional Information

- Special pricing is available for only two guests; please contact the host.
- A strong SUV or 4x4 vehicle is required due to a dirt road that can be steep in places.
- Please drive carefully and observe the 25 km/h speed limit on the road and in town.
- Maximum occupancy is eight people.
- The villa is constructed with natural materials such as wood doors, windows, and cana brava ceilings. Due to its jungle surroundings, some insects may be present; guests with a strong aversion to insects may want to consider other options.
- Internet and power outages may occur occasionally, especially during storms. A small generator is available to maintain internet during short outages. The host is not responsible for connectivity issues.
- Cleaning is provided three times per week, excluding Sundays and holidays.
- Assistance with organizing massages or activities is available upon request.
- No parties or loud noise are allowed outside the house. Please respect the quiet environment after 9 pm.
- Smoking is prohibited inside the house and on the terraces; it is only allowed in the parking area. Please do not dispose of cigarette ashes or butts in the indoor trash to avoid odors.
- Visitors or extra guests not approved by the owner are not permitted for safety reasons.
- Pets are not allowed unless specifically authorized by the owner.

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Lila was incredibly helpful throughout our stay. She went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed including a fun itenerary. Her property has amazing views from every room and was one of the highlights of our stay. We had an amazing time and would love to stay here again.

Lila was a great host with clear communication. The place was amazing and had a great view of the ocean. House was clean and spacious and loved the pool. Would stay here again.

Our stay at “Casa Makasi” was simply fantastic! The hostess was incredibly kind and always helpful. The house itself is beautiful, very clean and furnished with a lot of love. The service was first class and the view – simply spectacular! The breathtaking sunsets in particular made our stay unforgettable. Absolute recommendation!

Unser Aufenthalt im „Casa Makasi“ war einfach traumhaft! Die Gastgeberin war unglaublich nett und immer hilfsbereit. Das Haus selbst ist wunderschön, sehr sauber und mit viel Liebe eingerichtet. Der Service war erstklassig und der Ausblick – einfach spektakulär! Besonders die atemberaubenden Sonnenuntergänge haben unseren Aufenthalt unvergesslich gemacht. Absolute Empfehlung!

Gorgeous, quiet location higher up on the mountain which is conveniently away from all the dust.  2 adorable dogs visited us on a few occasions.  Spacious rooms with air conditioning in each one. Highly recommended for families or small groups.

Would 1000% recommend Lila’s ocean view home to anyone visiting Santa Teresa. It’s an amazing feeling to wake up with coffee and an expansive ocean view. It was so peaceful and quiet there, yet if we needed to head to town we were a short drive to restaurants and shops, and best of all beaches. Lila was a great host who was very responsive to our needs. Thank you for an unforgettable stay…one of the best AirBnB’s out there

Gorgeous view from the back of the house that overlooks the ocean. We enjoyed the warm salt water pool and the sunsets are incredible! The house was clean, private and comfortable and had almost everything we needed. (We did not have paper towels, laundry detergent, or ice. There is also only 1 blow dryer just so you know. ) Be aware that you will need a 4-wheel drive vehicle to get up the steep dirt and rock road. The road was our only challenge, otherwise we cannot complain about a thing. There are beautiful birds and butterflies all over the property and there is a caretaker and his dog on the property who were both very friendly. The host, Lila, was very nice, responsive, and helpful.  I would recommend staying here if you don’t mind the steep rough road getting up to the house… it is worth it.

Our stay at Lilla’s place in Costa Rica was nothing short of incredible. From the moment we booked, Lilla was extremely helpful and responsive—always quick to answer our questions and provide great local tips that made our trip even more special. You can tell she genuinely cares about her guests having a great experience. The property itself was stunning, but what truly took our breath away was the view—honestly one of the best I’ve ever seen. Whether we were enjoying our morning coffee or winding down in the evening, the scenery never got old. It was peaceful, beautiful, and exactly what we needed to disconnect and recharge. Highly recommend this spot if you're visiting Costa Rica—you’ll be in great hands with Lilla, and the view alone is worth the trip!

We absolutely loved Lila’s place and would love to come back in the future. We already recommended to friends of ours with kids. The house is up on a hill and could be hard to get to without a 4x4 vehicle but the view of the ocean and peace and quiet being up above everything made it worth it. The drive to town was only 5 min. The house was beautiful and exactly as pictured. We loved having laundry available in the house, the place was spotless and cleaned every two days while we were there. Kid friendly with a crib and high chair provided. Lila was super helpful and responsive to questions.

This house has amazing views! It’s very peaceful and relaxing. The house is just as it looks in the photos. Excellent and communicative host. Friendly neighbors. Another benefit is the house is only 5 -10 minutes from the restaurants and beaches. Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved staying at Lila’s place. Everything was perfect!

We had the BEST week at Casa Makasi!! The house is amazing, so light and airy, the view is incredible, and it came fully stocked for us to truly feel like it was our home away from home for the week. The location of the house is amazing, too. It’s super close to the center of town with bars, restaurants, and grocery stores a few minute drive away, but when you’re at the house, it feels like you’re in the middle of the jungle surrounded by just nature. I highly, highly recommend Casa Makasi!

Thank you Mary. We’re so happy you and your family had such a great week and loved the house! Come back anytime. All the best, Lila.

We had a great time at this villa! Wow the views are even better than the photos. My kids loved the infinity pool. Beautiful home, really private and comfortable and still close to town. Thanks Lila for all the activity and restaurant recommendations.

Casa Makasi is situated high on a hill over looking the Pacific Ocean. The views, especially the sunsets, were spectacular. The host was very responsive and helpful, and while she lives adjacent to the property, she respected our privacy and was not at all intrusive. It is a short drive to the all the lovely beaches, restaurants and shops of Santa Teresa. The house itself, while lovely, could use some updating. It is right by the the sea, so normal wear and tear is expected to be higher than average, but even still we were surprised that the house looked a little more worn than the photos we based the booking on. The owner is about to start some renovations and I believe this will all be addressed. We had some issues with the oven that the host was not able to rectify due to circumstances beyond her control, but she did provide an air fryer / toaster oven and was very apologetic.

Hi Laura. Thank you for the detailed review. We did indeed just start renovating and will be changing a few floors, sanding all the wood back to it's light teak color as well as varnishing it. Also redecorating and updating some of the furniture. The oven is now fixed, I'm sorry we weren't able to resolve that before you left and that the house wasn't up to your expectations. But I'm so glad you had a great time despite those little issues. All the best, Lila!

Lila was an amazing host and Casa Makasi is a wonderful property. The pool and the view is stunning - truly one of the best AirBnBs in Santa Teresa. Lila also greeted us with fruits, water, and beers. We had a few problems along the way but Lila made sure to promptly fix them. Make sure you rent ATVs or have a 4 wheel drive as the house is on a hill - very worth it though.

Casa makasi is a 10/10. The ocean views from the property are unreal. Extremely peaceful location with the calm noises of the ocean and wildlife around you. Couldn’t recommend this Airbnb enough. Thanks Lila🤙🏽 pura vida

Wonderful and private location. Stunning views, monkey sightings, amazing pool. We’ll be back!

This house is more beautiful than the photos show. The experience of being in the jungle, waking up to hear birds and howler monkeys and gazing across to the Pacific Ocean was so memorable; our senses were alive! Lila is a fantastic host and communication was always prompt. The house is in driving distance to some beautiful beaches( you can also walk to playa del carmen). You will definitely need a 4x4 to get up the hill to the house. The climb is worth it for the stunning view!

Our stay at Casa Makasi was a once in a lifetime experience! It is the perfect retreat in Santa Teresa. A simply beautiful property with unbelievable views and true peace. While close to town and all it has to offer, you feel like you’re a world away, hearing only the sound of the waves, the howler monkeys, and the birds. A natural retreat in paradise. It was a perfect experience for a month away for our family of four. Note: must have 4WD to reach the property up an unpacked hill…but well worth it for the trade off of space and fresh air. Santa Teresa is beaming with world-class restaurant options and great surf. You won’t regret a stay here.

We had an amazing experience at Makasi! Really recommend!!!

Wonderful place to stay with a group of people! This house is absolutely amazing - it sits at the top of the hill with incredible views. Our host Lila was so accommodating, helping us arrange a private chef for our first night and massages on the property twice! Can’t recommend this place enough, we would book again!

Lila was an incredible host! Any issue that arose was addressed immediately and resolved during our one month stay. The location is phenomenal! It’s a private hidden mansion overlooking the ocean. Our favorite part about the house was the swimming pool! We swam at least two times a day sometimes more. The bumpy treacherous road leading to the house was smoothed out during our stay and is now an easy drive! There is a kind husband and wife team that have their own little house tucked away in the corner of the property. The wife comes almost every day to tidy up. We would leave all of the downstairs open during the day while home for a lovely breeze and she would get rid of any bugs that snuck in! The husband maintains the pool and yard. They keep to themselves and respect your privacy but are there if you need anything. You are truly immersed in the Costa Rican jungle… Writing this review is making me miss the house already! We were so lucky to find this house available and cannot wait to come back!

Beautiful place. Almost didn’t want to leave

When people ask me what my favorite part of Costa Rica was - my response is “the house we stayed in” Absolutely fantastic experience and Lila is a gem.

You will definitely need a four wheel drive  vehicle and I would highly recommend renting ATV's as well!! Once up the hill, you will find Casa Masaki, the house is beautiful, clean and spacious. The ocean view is amazing, the location is very convenient for everything. We where a group of 8 and Lila was a great host. The housekeeper Jasmine help us with the cleaning which was very nice to keep the house maintained.

A spectacular house with a stunning view. Lila is an excellent host. She has been attentive to everything at all times and communication with her has been perfect. The house is dreamy.

Una casa espectacular con unas vistas impresionantes. Lila es una excelente anfitriona. Ha estado pendiente de todo en todo momento y la comunicación con ella ha sido perfecta. La casa es de ensueño.

The location of Casa Makasi is spectacular. The infinity pool overlooking the Pacific is magical,  particularly at night under the stars. Lila was a gracious host who was always available to give advice and tips about local restaurants and things to do. Getting up to the property is quite an adventure so be prepared with a sturdy four wheel drive vehicle that can handle the terrain.

The house is beautiful and private and Lila was a wonderful host. Communication was great, check-in was easy, and Yasmin, who’s part of the cleaning staff, kept the house clean everyday. We loved the stay, enjoyed our rooms with AC and the beautiful outside.

After successfully making it up a steep hill, you are rewarded with a stately villa, perched on a hill with a spacious and inviting infinity pool, overlooking an unobstructed 180-degree view of the beach, sea, and magnificent sunset. Its added advantage of being in the middle of the jungle surrounded by lush green vegetation, inhabited by monkeys, exotic birds, iguana, etc. is an added delight. Lila is a very communicative host, readily sharing lots of desirable information, and available to help at any moment.

This is a great place to stay, we manage to have fun and work from the property perfectly. The wifi was good, 10mb was enough to have 3 conferences at the same time and overall the place is a perfect for relaxation. House was fully equipped, having a grill is amazing for throw a BBQ and the view is amazing! If you are looking for a place to stay a few days/weeks and mix work and fun, this is is your place.

Excellent place to stay awesome view and amazing House

Beautiful house, how a beautiful view and all the amenities that are required,  the house, the pool, everything in general excellent, the house fully equipped, fully recommended.

Hermosa casa, cómo una vista preciosa y todas las comodidades que se requieren,  la casa, la piscina, todo en general excelente, la casa totalmente equipada, totalmente recomendada.

The house is fantastic the pictures do not do it justice. Host is very informative with quick responses to questions. The view of the ocean and sunsets are post card worthy! Highly recommend and will definitely be returning!

Very good communication and willingness, thank you ...

Muy buena comunicación y disposición, gracias ...

We had such a wonderful time staying at the villa! The check in was seamless and Lila had ATV’s delivered to our house 30 min after we arrived! The pool is amazing and we spent a lot of time eating out on the patio. A whole family of 12 monkeys stopped by to say hi on the last night of our stay. It was amazing to see them all up so close! The rooms are great and the AC was nice and cold. The housekeeping service was wonderful and she was very nice to us. You can tell she takes a lot of pride in keeping the house looking great! I highly recommend the ATV’s for getting around the peninsula. We went to some amazing beaches in playa hermosa, mal pais, Montezuma, and ST. Thank you again for being such a great host and we hope to stay there again soon!

The house has a beautiful location, surrounded by mountains and a spectacular view. The house is very private yet 5 mins away from town. Tha house is lovely, with a lot of open spaces. Lila was an amazing host helping us with recommendations and making sure we felt at home.

Very nice house with a GREAT view!  Monkeys in the morning to entertain us, despite a very sloping road to get there, it's a really beautiful place.  Lila is welcoming and will guide you to the right restaurant or to the right people for the activities.  Thank you very much!

Très belle maison avec une vue MAGNIFIQUE!  Les singes le matin pour nous divertir, malgré une route bien en pente pour y arriver c'est un endroit vraiment magnifique.  Lila est accueillante et elle saura vous diriger au bon resto ou aux bonnes personnes pour les activités.  Merci beaucoup  !

The view at Lila's special spot is breathtaking! She is a fantastic, responsive host, full of helpful suggestions and resources. The house is spacious, well laid out and equipped. The pool is perfect for hanging out and so is the outdoor space. As others have said, the dirt road up to the house is bumpy but doable if you have a 4-wheel-drive vehicle. It's a short trip to the beach, restaurants and grocery stores. Highly recommend!

Definitely the best place I’ve been in my life... looking forward to coming back again. Lila is amazing, helpful and very attentive...

A perfect place to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica 🇨🇷

Un lugar perfecto para disfrutar de las bellezas de Costa Rica 🇨🇷

we where able to come a second time to mal pais and obviously booked this incredible house again. check-in was super seamless and the staff was on-point. the host (lila) was super helpful and shared some cool local tips with us. we forgot how insane the sunsets can be and it doesn't hurt to spend them in your private infinity pool! ; ). wish we could have stayed here longer, but we for sure will be back soon. thanks again! cheers - nils

I was lucky to score this house on a last minute deal and had the best time! It's only a couple of minutes drive to town but feels very private being up a little hill.  The views were incredible and the house is beautiful and comfortable! Wish I could have stayed longer.

My family and I had a fantastic couple days at Casa Makasi. The house is very spacious and comfortable and the views are gorgeous. The kids loved hanging out in the pool and seeing the monkeys. Thanks for a great time Lila

Mejor que las fotos. Totalmente recomendado.

We are very comfortable with our stay. The house is very nice, large, comfortable and with great views and surrounded by nature ! Lila, her host, is always ready to help us with whatever we needed. I would definitely stay in the same place again!

Estamos muy conformes con nuestra estancia. La casa es muy linda, grande, cómoda y con excelentes vistas y rodeada de naturaleza ! Lila, su anfitriona siempre dispuesta para ayudarnos en lo que necesitáramos. Sin dudas volvería a alojarme en el mismo lugar !

Casa Makasi its a great place to stay, the house its much bigger than it looks, it's very private and with great views, we were a group of 8 friends and there was plenty of room, we had a great and smooth stay and we definetively plan to go again, We also saw a lot of fauna nearby the house. The house is fully equiped so you don't need to bring much things, the pool and the rooms are also great, there is also a gas grill if you are planning a barbecue. Lila is also a great host and helped us a lot with the trip, specially when we arrived as we had some problems on the road.

Casa Mikasi is an outstanding place for families or groups. The location, view, amenities, and comfort are great. Lila and her crew were also spot on. You will need a 4 wheel drive to get to the house.

Where to begin?! Casa Makasi was the perfect place to spend our time in Costa Rica. The moment we arrived and the front door opened exposing the amazing sunset over the back yard we knew we were in for a treat! Lila was an amazing host; quickly and efficiently answering all our questions (and we asked A LOT!), organising lessons and outings, dealing with little issues that came up without ever missing a beat. Jasmyn and Andres (the caretakers) were always available but never obtrusive. We were two families with a mixed batch of ages. The area had more than enough to keep each of us happy - yoga (Horizon), surfing (Lolo), beach restaurants (Rocomar) were all within a 10 minute drive. Ziplining, tidal pool exploring, butterfly parks were all in easy reach as well. However, there were many days when we didn't want to leave the house and just chilled in the gorgeous pool, watched the birds & iguanas, listened to the surf and waited for the howler monkeys' (that like a tree right outside an upstairs bedroom). Every moment was magical. Thank you, Lila! You really made our vacation truly memorable.

First of all, Lila is the sweetest! She set up surfing lessons, deep sea fishing and a chef to cook our catch! All of her recommendations were fantastic, and she was always available to help if we needed her. Housekeeper, grounds keeper and pool guy were all quiet and dependable. Staying at Casa Makasi is a great choice for anyone who doesn’t mind adventure! But, honestly, if you’ve journeyed into this area, you’re probably looking for adventure!! The steep drive up to the house took a bit of getting used to (for me! My husband thought it was a blast.) It is the last house on the hill, and was rather precarious when trying to pass a car. The road is only really made for one car. Personally, I wasn’t comfortable getting out of the house on my own, which was a little disappointing. The only other minor issues that are worth noting, only for the sake of setting expectations: There is only A/C in the bedrooms, and the majority of the screen doors were in need of repair. So we couldn’t use them. This made it difficult to keep cool when we were all together in the kitchen living areas. The other minor issue is bugs and small geckos/lizards. All mostly downstairs. They never bothered us, but thought I’d mention it! We had an amazing experience rain and all! We hope to be back!!

This house is amazing The views are spectacular from every part of the house. Bathrooms are beautifully designed to be integrated with the scenery, making you feel totally immersed in the beauty of Costa Rica. Beware an AWD vehicle is needed to get up the mountain, other than that it is an amazing place to stay during your Santa Teresa vacations. Thank you very much!

The house is perfect. We hope to return. It is the best retreat from the wonderful surf town. Outstanding hospitality, responsiveness, amenities and scenery. Luxury home, well thought out. Lila is a great host.

Lila' s place was absolutely amazing. We enjoyed cooking breakfast with our friends each morning and having a swim before heading out on the adventure for the day. The view from the pool is stunning and if you're lucky enough you may see howler monkeys in the big tree in the morning. We were more than comfortable with 4 couples in the house. She set us up with surfing lessons and we returned to rent boards. The welcome basket of fruit, coffee, and cold beverages was very much appreciated after a long day travelling. I will recommend this place to all my friends who are already asking for details from the photos.

Beautiful house with an fantastic view! It is better IRL than on the pictures. I can really recommend it!

The view and stay of the place was incredible, a very nice dream

Fue increible la vista y la estadía del lugar un sueño muy lindo

The views here are absolutely spectacular. The sunset every night was our favorite thing to watch.  There were eight of us and we had plenty of room. The pool was great and so was the private feel to the bedrooms. Lila was great with communicating and answering any questions we had. The only complaint was he dishwasher was broken the entire trip so we had to wash a lot of dishes with eight of us and we cooked nearly every day twice a day. But overall a wonderful stay. Playa Carmen across the road is an absolutely breathtaking beach. Rent a 4x4 car for the road up. It’s steep and dirt but part of the adventure!

Casa Makasi is beautiful and amazing! The house is very spacious, clean, and can fit a big group. The ocean view is breathtaking; the sunsets are to die for! You never want to leave this house! We did a girls trip and Lila made our stay and experience absolutely unforgettable. Lila helped and arranged everything for us! We had our own private yoga instructor, private surfing lessons, and recommended an amazing chef. Aaron Chef came to the house, prepared brunch and dinner. Plus, the house was cleaned every morning :) However, I would highly recommend renting ATVs. The house is the last one on the hill and it's a long walk. Thank you so much again Lila! I will definitely be coming back to this beautiful house.

Lila was wonderful to work with... And What a Gorgeous home with the most beautiful view of the ocean... We took so many sunset pics! The infinity pool is the icing on the cake. Very spacious and full of fun amenities like hammocks and monkey viewing deck and lots of chairs for sunning as well as shade to retreat to. Bedrooms are spaced out nicely.. Getting to the upstairs requires outside entry... There were eleven adults in the house and Lila provided two extra twin beds plus an air mattress. This probably is the most the house can hold. We made meals in the kitchen daily :) our biggest surprise was seeing what a giant hill you have to climb to reach the house. Somehow our giant shuttle bus got us up there. We used taxis, atvs, and our feet to get around otherwise. Be prepared to sweat when u climb the hill. Renting a 4x4 and or atvs would be wise if staying very long and planning to go to town often. For activities: we had in home massages and the Horseback riding on the beach was incredible! Also loved riding around town on atvs :) Lila will help arrange everything! We Def wanna come back... Santa Teresa is magical and full of beautiful interesting people. Pura vida!!

A group of us strayed at Lilas house for 10 days. I’m not going to go over anything in details because house description is a 100% accurate. I use Airbnb a lot and this was the best experience. It felt like we had a private concierge. She organized for us everything. Transportation, ATVs were waiting at the house, dinner was ready for our late arrival, breakfast in the morning and list goes on. Also if you want to have one in a life time dining experience I highly recommend to get a private chef one of the nights.

Gorgeous house with tons of space and amazing views! Have to say that sunsets here are like no other in santa teresa and mal país. Great for groups but also very romantic! Loved that each room had private space and balcony, giving each guest a bit of privacy. Recommend this house hands down! Make sure that you don have 4X4 vehicle for steep road up. But lots of taxis available if needed or renting ATVs would also work.

Casa Makasi is easily one of the best Airbnbs that I’ve stayed at. The view absolutely can not be beat (amazing sunsets every night) and our group of 7 had more than enough room for our week-long stay. The house is beautiful and in a great location, less than 5 minutes from town! We rented 4x4s to get around, which I recommend to get up the driveway. Lila was wonderful, arranging a home cooked dinner one night and an afternoon of massages on the patio. She was very responsive, accommodating and had great recommendations for dinner. We can’t wait to go back!!!

This was hands down the best air BNB I have ever stayed at. It's large, open kitchen concept, many showers and outstanding views. If you want to do santa teresa properly, Staying here is a must. 5 stars all around.

Casa Makasi is the perfect place to spend a week with friends in Costa Rica. Not only is it located in a lush, peaceful area but the view of the ocean and beautiful sunsets every night made our stay extra special.    We loved gathering around the deck area by the amazing infinity pool every morning and were often rewarded with a group of howler monkeys hanging out in the trees close by.   Lila is very friendly, helpful and responsive, offering to set up everything from transport to activities.   We appreciated the AC’s in every bedroom (they were strong!), the views from every room, design and the multiple indoor/outdoor fans.  The road leading up to the house is steep and long, but well maintained – you should have an ATV for sure.  The housekeeper, Jasmine, was also very friendly prepared a couple of delicious dinners for us.  The house is close to Malpais and the beach and I recommend you take advantage of enjoying the house at sunset.   We can’t wait to return!

100% recommended! The house and view are amazing,  we had an excellent vacation and hope to return soon.

Recomendado 100% ! La casa y la vista son increíbles,  pasamos unas exelentes vacaciones y esperamos volver pronto.

Very nice accommodations. Fit 9 people without any discomfort. Great view of the ocean and relatively easy to get into town. Daily housekeeping did a great job keeping the house maintained. Would definitely recommend the location to anyone traveling in the area. We didn't have any issues getting to the house without using 4 wheel drive; FYI

Beautiful place, excellent service, only definitely 4x4 to go tranki los

Bello lugar excelente atención solo definitivamente 4x4 para ir tranki los

We stayed at Casa Makasi for seven days in June 2017 and had an amazing time! There were seven of us staying there (three couples and one additional friend). It is very spacious – plenty of room for seven people. We never felt like we were on top of each other. It is truly a million dollar view of the ocean. The cleaning and support staff were very helpful and nice. We did a lot of cooking in the well-equipped kitchen. We saw howler monkeys and white-faced capuchins from the villa every other day! The pool is clean and beautiful; we were in it every day, multiple times a day. It was also very easy (and fun!) to get into the town of Mal Pais / Santa Teresa. There was a sizeable storm (thunder/lightning/rain/wind) while we were there which knocked out the power (which also meant that we didn’t have water). The power outage lasted from around 3am until after 7pm, so 16 hours total, which is unusually long. Brett, the Casa Masaki concierge, was nice enough to meet us and give us some flashlights, candles, and cold beer before it got dark out. We appreciated the gesture! He also called the power company and gave us updates (to the best of his knowledge) on when the power would come back on. Overall, this villa is amazing value. The view, the untouched jungle, and the beautiful, comfortable villa make for an unforgettable trip.

This place is amazing, we used it to have a team building with our group from work and had everything we needed for it. Lila was always available and she is a great host. The house is just what you see in the pictures, can't go wrong with this place. Thank you Lila for hosting us at your place, we will be back.

Very nice welcome and splendid place! Very safe and personal accommodation. The communication was easy and we were very well received! Definitely recommend!

Très bel accueil et endroit splendide! Logement sécuritaire et personnel très sympathique. La communication était facile et nous avons étés très bien reçu! À recommander sans aucun doute!

Spectacular view and accommodation in winter if you need a 4x4 car to reach the house. Excellent spaces and beautiful rooms 

Espectacular vista y alojamiento en invierno si es necesario carro 4x4 para llegar a la casa. Excelentes espacios y bellas habitaciones 

Lila's place is beautiful with one of the best panoramic ocean views I have ever seen. It is close enough to all of the restaurants and surf but far enough away to be a very peaceful getaway. I would highly recommend staying at Lila's if you are visiting Mal Pais or Santa Teresa!

What a beautiful place! I stayed with a group of 7, and the experience was beyond what any of us had expected. The house itself is stunning: a well-maintained, bright, and spacious home perched on the edge of the hill overlooking the beach. We love to cook, and the kitchen was well-equipped and comfortable for preparing big dinners. We actually loved the house so much that we spent the majority of our time lounging in the pool, cooking, and just enjoying the fresh air. As far as getting around town: Lila and Brett made things easy by helping to arrange transportation. We ended up renting ATVs and a car for longer day trips. On the nights that we didn't want to cook, Jasmin prepared delicious local meals. Overall, a great experience! We can't wait to go back!

We had a great stay at Lila's place. The outdoor space and the view was the highlight of the house! Lila was very helpful in organizing groceries and tours for us. We will be back!

I have no words to express what this place is all about. My family and I had the most amazing week ever and I am so happy we stayed at Lila's place. The house is a dream and you won't find any other one like this. Everything was perfect, the rooms, cleanliness, the pool is from another world, a very spacious living room and the dining table was ideal for family meals.  Lila as great since the moment I booked, during the stay and even after we left. Always available even from Europe (as she wasn't in Costa Rica during that week).  Jasmin (you can call her an Angel) was more than somebody who cleans and takes care of the house.  She helped us in anything we asked and even offered her doctor for my relative who had a minor accident. Lila is the luckiest one by having such a nice lady who can make your stay even more enjoyable. We rented 3 ATV's and a 4x4 as you may have some trouble getting up the hill. On behalf of my entire family and friends I want to say that this place is unreal, unbelievable and you'll never regret booking it. Thanks Lila and Jasmin for all you did. See you next year for sure!

Not only was the villa beautiful, but Lila was extremely accomodating. She made sure we had everything we needed taken care of for us - she planned for a taxi to pick up our party from Liberia airport, organized ATV rentals for us, planned a ziplining adventure and surf lessons for our group, and was very prompt in replying to any of our questions. Further, she gave us tips and information on events going on in town that we'd be interested in. In short, Lila made our trip a pleasure and we would definitely recommend staying at her villa to anyone interested in spending time in Mal Pais.

Everything was GREAT! We had an amazing time and would definitely stay there again. Lila was very helpful prior to our trip, as well as while we were there. 

We travelled to Mal Pais to celebrate my 40th birthday with friends and could not have wished for a better base than Lila's house. It is situated in the hills of this beautiful area and has magnificant ocean views.  Our group consisted of two families and a total of four adults and three children and the house was more than big enough for us. We spent many wonderful hours lazing round watching monkeys, iguanas and magnificent sunsets, all from the grounds of this wonderful house. The house is situated just a short car ride from town, but far away enough from the bustle of town to feel like we were in our own little paradise. Lila arranged for property manager Brett to look after us and he was wonderful to communicate with and helped us with any questions we had. If you are looking for a really special property in a magical part of the world, then Lila's home is the place to go. Thanks Lila!!

Loved my stay at Casa Makasi! It was the perfect house for a get away. Just like some other reviews say, the house is just like the pictures and then some. Lila was an amazing host and couldn't have asked for more out of her. She answered any question we had, she booked all our activities and even offered to get us some groceries on the first night. If definitely stay with her again. Some reviews say "you may be able to make it without a 4 by 4" but I think that's wrong, the hill is extremely rugged so I highly suggest you get a 4 by 4. Our first day the taxi driver had to drop us off Half up and we walked up with out bags. Which honestly we all enjoyed and found it super adventures. If you're going to stay in Costa Rica, I definitely suggest you stay at casa makasi!

First and foremost the house was amazing! It was an absolutely beautiful and stunning home. Well kept. Very modern home set in a jungle of beauty. We saw monkeys almost everyday. It was a pleasant experience to be showering and to be able to watch the monkeys play. The sunsets in the evening were serene over the horizon from the house. Being able to look out from the house and see the ocean and hear the waves was just amazing! We would definitely go back. Lila was great she helped with everything, she was extremely accommodating and helped with everything promptly. Every single room was beautiful, every room has its on bathroom. There is a bedroom downstairs with an outdoor shower. The three bedrooms upstairs were all equally amazing with beautiful views of the ocean. I would definitely suggest a 4x4 vehicle to feel most comfortable getting around town and to the house. Mal Pais is beautiful, there's so much to do. The list of activities is endless there is something for everyone to do there. The people of Mal Pais are welcoming. Our concern going were the Mosquitos but to be honest there was no need for any spray, I recall using it once while zip lining and that was just a precaution. Lila had Jasmin come by and clean the house everyday, she would never get in our way, she would come by and clean while we were away. Some days we opted not to have the house cleaned. There is a couple of grocery stores nearby where we would go to buy groceries for our meals. The grocery stores have everything one would need or want. We didn't have any problems finding anything we needed in town. Lila had a fully equipped kitchen available at the house. There are plenty of awesome restaraunts nearby as well. We would definitely suggest The Bakery as an eatery. Some days we would eat out and someday we would cook at the house. Overall we were a group of 7 and we had the most amazing adventure with absolutely no complaints!

This was the best experience! Lila is a fantastic host! Very responsive, attentive, and accommodating. The house is stunning, spacious and the view with pool is the absolute best! Some guests had a massage therapist come to the house (Lila helped set up) and they loved it!! .. I would definitely stay again! 

The house was absolutely amazing!!we enjoyed every minute there and had a wonderful time!the village is very nice aswell!the communication with lila is easy and she helped us with every question!thank you so much! I would absolutely recommend this place and would definitely book it again :)

Lila is a wonderful, caring, fun host. In addition, she arranged so many activities for us. The house is amazing and safe. It exceeded our expectations. Great views. Great pool. Exquisite sunsets every day. I highly recommend her place if you are visiting Mal Pais. My 4 kids and I had a great time. Thank you Lila.

The house was perfect for our group of 10 and Lila was a great host. We spent most of our time in the pool or on the outside porch enjoying the view. But, be sure to leave the house to explore the local area. Montezuma is an easy drive, with nice beach spots along the way. Try zip-lining, fishing, surf lessons, etc. Best of all were sunset swims at Playa Carmen - so gorgeous!  Lila was very helpful with information about transportation (the ferry is pretty easy!), and arranging our boat rental, etc. She also picked up a short list of groceries for us before we arrived and had a large fruit bowl waiting.  We had Lila's housekeeper Marlene cook dinner for us 3 nights (two of the nights we had friends over - so she and her daughter cooked for 14!). She made unbelievable fish ceviche and patacones ticos (delicious fried plantains). I highly recommend having her fix a couple meals for you (and a big savings over the restaurants).

Lila is the best host, she is friendly and helpful. Her house was fabulous and her house made us came to Costa Rica. It looks exactly like pictures and even better. We had great time at Lila's house. It was my friends birthday when we arrived, and Lila helped me to order a birthday cake. She also helped us to organize surfing activity. Her house is very modern and clean. There was a house lady came to clean the house everyday, so you need to worry about cleaning this big house. The swimming pool has light and can change color. Overall, it was a fantastic experience ! 

This was our second family trip to Puntarenas, and the first time in Mal Pais. This time our plan was to stay on the mountainside, to enjoy the ocean view and its sunsets. That's why we chose Casa Makasi. From the first contact Lila was very cordial and willing to solve any kind of questions or proposals, and thanks to her directions it was very easy to get to the house (if or if you need a 4x4 vehicle...). The view of the house is excellent and the surroundings, the infinity edge pool and the outdoor spaces blend perfectly with the jungle and the nature that surrounds it. The interiors , the layout of the rooms and the decoration of the rooms are perfectly designed to be fully enjoyed, and the view of the ocean permeates each window and in each room, even in the bathrooms and showers! Thank you very much Lila for opening up your home to us and being such a good host.

Este fue nuestro segundo viaje familiar a Puntarenas, y la primera vez en Mal Pais. Esta vez nuestro plan era alojarnos en la ladera de la montaña, para disfrutar de la vista del oceano y sus puestas de sol. Asi fue que elegimos Casa Makasi. Desde el primer contacto Lila fue muy cordial y dispuesta a solucionar cualquier tipo de duda o propuesta, y gracias a sus indicaciones fue muy facil llegar hasta la casa (si o si se necesita un vehiculo 4x4...). La vista de la casa es excelente y el entorno, la piscina con borde infinito y los espacios exteriores se funden perfectamente con la selva y la naturaleza que la rodea. Los interiores , la disposición de los ambientes y la decoracion de los mismos, estan perfectamente diseñados para ser disfrutados en su totalidad, y la vista del oceano penetra en cada ventana y en cada local, hasta en los baños y las duchas! Muchas gracias Lila por abrirnos las puertas de tu casa y ser tan buena anfitriona.

Lila's home is amazing!! Everything about it the was stunning especially the infinity pool with the most incredible view. Lila and Brett the house manager looked after us so well and organized any activity we needed. This place is 5 star, can't wait to come back again!

Gorgeous Location, amazing views, the house includes all the details and the decoración is so beautiful! One of the best sunsets ever! Thank you Lila for sharing your amazing property With us!

Get ready to wake up in heaven. The place was breathtaking and allowed us to experience the beautiful Santa Teresa as it should be. Lila was an amazing host and accommodated us without any issues. Let her know what you want and she'll set it up. Whether it be early morning yoga, mid-afternoon surfing, or late night massages. You won't regret booking this flawless villa. Enjoy paradise. Pura vida!

Words can't express this place.  It's one of the most beautiful homes I have ever stayed in.  The view is unbelievable and the location is now one of my favorite places in all of Costa Rica.  Having been all over the country if you are looking for adventure and natural beauty this is the place.  Ever since I've come back from vacation and posted pictures on FB the first thing people ask me is about the house and if they can have the contact info for it.  I look forward to sharing it and hope to be back soon.  Truly an amazing home!

My first thought when I arrived at the villa was one of wonder and complete amazement!  I was perplexed as to how exactly this beautiful structure came into existence, considering where it's located!  Driving up to it is an adventure unto itself!  The view looking out over the ocean is unforgettable.  The place is clean, comfortable and decorated very tastefully.  It was everything I expected and then some.   Thanks Lila, I will definitely revisit!

Lila was a great host. Her house was just as described. It was very clean. And it suited the needs of my group very well. We were quite happy with her accommodations. She was also quite helpful with making arrangements with other activities or vendors. Sometimes because those arrangements went through her, she got caught in the middle of misunderstandings, which I think is quite unfortunate. All in all she was a great host.

Hosting at Casa Makasi was a privilege... The house comes with everything you need to spend a family vacation. I loved that the house has ocean views of all the rooms. It's a pretty quiet place, that's if you need a 4 vehicle to get there. Very close to the cutest beaches in Costa Rica. The host, Lila, is a very kind person. I recommend Casa Makasi 100%

Hospedarnos en Casa Makasi fue todo un privilegio... La casa cuenta con todo lo necesario para pasar unas vacaciones en familia. Me encantó que la casa tiene vista al mar de todas la habitaciones. Es un lugar bastante tranquilo, eso si necesitas un vehículo 4x4 para llegar. Muy cerca de las Playas más lindas de Costa Rica. La anfitriona, Lila, es una persona muy amable. Recomiendo Casa Makasi 100%

Casa Makasi was a dream. Waking up to breathtaking views every morning, showering beneath the lucisous jungle.  Swimming in the infinity pool beneath the stars was incredible. My family and I loved Mal Pais. The food, the culture, and everything in between. Audrey was so incredibly helpful. Zip lining, surfing, and massages at the house. It was amazing! Can't wait to come back

We could not have asked for better accommodations - the villa and views are stunning and Lila was a fantastic host. She was always available if we had questions and provided great recommendations for things to do/places to go in the area. She was even kind enough to help us get some activities arranged. My friends and I felt so welcome and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking to stay in Santa Teresa. 

It's private, it's gorgeous and it feels like home. We were looking for something great but found something that was fantastic and more than we could have asked for. The view is dreamy, I've never called a view that but I swear I have been dreaming about it since we left.  Lila is super welcoming and helped us out in a very last minute situation.

We stayed here for two weeks in late April 2015, the house is fabulous and was perfect. The pictures do not do it justice.   My family arranged to meet up here, flying in from Brazil, Bermuda and the UK for our youngest daughter's 21st birthday reunion. Lila met us on our arrival and from then on was always available on the phone or text if we needed her. She introduced us to Lolo and Audrey who gave us surf lessons which were excellent and to Shannon who came to the house every other morning to give us private yoga lessons. The dirt roads and steep hill up to the house are a little bit of a challenge (you definitely need a good 4x4) but well worth it to get to such an idyllic location overlooking the Pacific Ocean.  The best bits were early morning dips in the pool, listening to the howler monkeys at night, one amazing electrical thunderstorm, riding around on quad bikes, zip wiring at Montezuma waterfalls and especially sun set drinks looking out over the infinity pool at the Pacific.   The worst bits were finding out I am useless at yoga and surfing.   Thanks Lila we had a great time.   Cheers Paul.

Loved the house!! Great view, and good location. Lila was always available when we needed her and so were the housekeeper and pool guys. Thanks for everything!!

Outstanding.  Wonderful house, great beaches, great town.  We felt very welcome from the start and the house and view were better than the photographs!  The back of the house also faces the forest, so you have the constant sound of birds and daily howler monkeys around you.  Lila also made extra efforts to help us and our friends more than once during the stay.

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