Private house with Pool on the road that ends into jungle trail to famous Playa La Macha, a secluded beach with pre-Columbian turtle traps. There are plenty of animals. Guests say they see more in this area than in Manuel Antonio Park. Famous trail system Reto MAE is just across the street. Property nestled in the tropical rain forest. Conveniently located just minutes from Marina Pez Vela with its abundant shops and is only 9 minutes from Manuel Antonio’s main beach. . The space The house is 200 meters away from the beach on a Hill elevation of 218 feet . Family friendly house, there is plenty of room to explore. Parking for up to 6 vehicles.(PLEASE NO LOW PROFILE VEHICLES JUNGLE HOUSE IS ON JUNGLE ROAD BIG ROCKS ) Casa Playa la Macha is one. of the few houses in the area, and located between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. All local activities are either a short walk or within a 5-10 minute drive from the house. Marina Pez Vela, all beaches, restaurants, shopping, Manuel Antonio National Park (a must) all are very close. The drive from the airpot to the house is approximately 2.5 hours door-to-door. AIRPORT SJO- Juan Santamaria Airport Please allow us to help assure that you and your group a truly fabulous expedition in tropical paradise. Contact us anytime. We will be happy to tell you more about Costa Rica, Manuel Antonio.

## Overview

This private house with a pool is situated on a road that leads to a jungle trail ending at the secluded Playa La Macha beach, known for its pre-Columbian turtle traps. The area is rich in wildlife, with guests often spotting more animals here than in Manuel Antonio Park. The well-known Reto MAE trail system is located just across the street. Nestled within the tropical rainforest, the property offers a serene natural setting.

## Location

The house is conveniently positioned just minutes from Marina Pez Vela, which offers a variety of shops, and is only a 9-minute drive from Manuel Antonio’s main beach. It lies between Quepos and Manuel Antonio, providing easy access to local attractions.

## The Space

- The house is located 200 meters from the beach, perched on a hill at an elevation of 218 feet.
- It is family-friendly with ample space for exploration.
- Parking is available for up to six vehicles. (Please note: no low-profile vehicles due to large rocks on the jungle road.)
- Casa Playa La Macha is one of the few homes in the area, offering a unique jungle experience.

## Nearby Activities

All local attractions are either within walking distance or a short 5 to 10-minute drive, including:

- Marina Pez Vela
- Various beaches
- Restaurants and shopping centers
- Manuel Antonio National Park, a must-visit destination

## Transportation

The drive from Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to the house takes approximately 2.5 hours door-to-door.

## Additional Information

We are available to assist you in planning an unforgettable trip to this tropical paradise. Feel free to contact us anytime for more information about Costa Rica and the Manuel Antonio area.

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Casa Playa la Macha, Manuel Antonio - Houses for Rent in Quepos, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Great stay. Convenient location between Quepos and Manuel Antonio, close to restaurants etc. yet feels secluded. Loved the daily monkey visits in the mornings and cooling off and relaxing in the pool in the evenings. House was well equipped and clean and comfortable. Hosts were helpful and communicated well.  The beach close by is quite the hike but enjoyed the challenge. Would stay here again and would recommend to others.

We recently stayed for a week and absolutely enjoyed every aspect of this house and experience.  Adriana was helpful and guided us every step of the way by giving us very helpful recommendations and even helped us book some excursions.  The house was such a beautiful place for us to come back to after our outings and we enjoyed the pool and amenities daily.  We were a group of 8 (4 adults and 4 teens) and everyone enjoyed their stay.  The wildlife was an experience we will all remember, morning coffees with the capuchin monkeys every morning at around 6am and hanging out with the resident iguana by the pool. (Don't worry, he will not bother you) The pool is cleaned daily which was wonderful to not have to worry about a thing.  I would recommend staying away from low profile vehicles if you rent a car and if you plan to go to the Playa Macha beach to wear proper footwear as the hike is quite steep.  I would highly recommend Casa La Macha for your stay.

Our group of nine had such a wonderful stay here. The hosts are absolutely gracious and kind. The perfect blend of helpful and responsive while also giving plenty of space. Loved the tribe of monkeys that visited each morning as well as the resident iguanas. Enjoyed daily visits to the secluded beach as well as night time hangs by the pool. Would highly recommend. Thanks so much for hosting our group!

Our stay was absolutely incredible & I can’t say enough nice things about Adriana & Matt. They are hosts that go above & beyond for their guests. The house was even better than we had pictured & the amount of wildlife we were able to see just outside the house was amazing. Adriana set up a whole area of the house for our 1 year old with so many toys & anything we could have needed for him during our stay. She even helped with amazing recommendations & booked our tours for us to explore the beautiful area of Quepos/Manuel Antonio. I would recommend this home to everyone! 10/10 🫶🏼

The host was helpful, friendly and so quick to answer any questions about the area…. My first time to Costa Rica and would return and stay at this beautiful house again and again One word to newbies…. The beach is a hike with hills, so it’s not your stroll to the beach with chairs and coolers like you are used as a tourist but we did the hike everyday and loved it!!!! The pool- WOW!!!! Clean, inviting and the perfect shade and sun combo for relaxing days. You may see a monkey or iguana to visit you…. Spectacular place and 100 percent recommend!!!

We spent 8 days at Adriana’s place. It’s even better than the pictures! There’s lots of space to spread out and the downstairs two bedrooms are like their own private apartment. The road is rough; we had a 4x4 and still got a flat tire.  We were thankful to Matt for offering assistance with an air compressor. We had lots of great animal encounters just from the house and walk to the beach: white faced monkeys, red backed squirrel monkeys, scarlet macaws, toucans. Playa La Macha beach was the favorite of our beaches that we visited. As has been noted, it’s a strenuous hike both ways, but well worth the effort and you can jump in the pool to cool off after the hike back up, which we routinely did. Adriana set us up with a local chef, David, who along with his wife, made us several fabulous dinners. I did have some initial anxiety regarding safety given the recently issued US travel advisory, but we felt very safe in the house and in Manuel Antonio. Shopping, grocery stores and great rest

A very nice place tucked into the woods. As many have noted, the road in is a bit tough and the first driveway is quite steep so you'll want a good vehicle with high clearance. The place looked exactly like the pictures and the beach close by, while a bit of a hike, was absolutely stunning.

The stay at Adriana's house was excellent. The place is beautiful. All the finishes and spaces are in keeping with the place where it is located. In addition, the pool adds an extra plus. Every day we were there we felt super welcome and we would return anyway.

La estancia en la casa de Adriana estuvo excelente. El lugar es bello. Todos los acabados y espacios van acorde con el lugar en el que se encuentra. Además, la piscina le agrega un plus extra. Todos los días wue estuvimos ahí nos sentimos súper acogidos y de todas maneras regresaríamos.

We had a wonderful stay at this clean, well-kept house in the jungle! It feels very private and was quiet and peaceful all the time. The pool is small, but met our needs and is skimmed daily by staff (who we did not see, so it felt like it got cleaned magically). There are lots of great restaurants just a five minute drive away and Adriana’s recommendations were spot-on. Our favorites were Vista Verde and Emilio’s Cafe. The beaches we liked best were about a 10 minute drive. The road to get to the house was rough. Our rental car struggled with it. Get a 4x4 if you can. It is a steep dirt road. The only downside of the house is that it really isn’t walkable to anything because of that road. There was a crew paving it though while we were there, so that might be better soon. We were delighted to have monkey visitors twice during the six days we were there! Our kids were in love with the monkeys and it was incredible to feel truly surrounded by nature. Would definitely stay again!

A wonderful time and great wildlife watching! The pool was amazing — especially in the evenings. We enjoyed having a full kitchen for cooking and lots of room to spread out. The pictures are definitely true to the property.

Our stay was amazing! We had 3 small children and 2 older children- was great for all. The pool was amazing. Restaurants are very close. Do recommend a 4x4 vehicle. The hike to the beach was hard but our older kids did it with ease. Adriana was very responsive and had great recommendations. PURA VIDA!

We had an incredible stay at the house near Playa la Macha! The place was immaculately clean, wonderfully spacious, and surrounded by vibrant wildlife. Mornings were a delight with coffee and playful monkeys as my companions. Relaxing by the pool offered sightings of parrots, white-nosed coati, iguanas, crabs, and a variety of beautiful birds. The proximity to great hiking trails right outside the door was a bonus, and the 15-minute, moderately challenging walk to the beach made each day more adventurous. Overall, a perfect blend of nature and relaxation. Highly recommended!

This house was beautiful, clean and spacious.

We loved our stay at Casa Playa La Macha.    The pool area was wonderful and we all spent every morning there enjoying coffee and wildlife.    The road is as described but our 4X4 rental handled the road just fine.   The walk to the beach is difficult but all 6 of us agreed it was our favorite beach of the vacation.   It’s stunning, and if you are physically able very worth the trek.    Adriana was so responsive to any questions and communication was great.   We WILL stay here again if we are fortunate enough to revisit the area!

Beautiful house in a great location. We really enjoyed our stay here. Very close to the beach and the park. We were visited by friendly monkeys. Owners were very responsive to all of our questions and helped with local recommendations. I would love to come back to this beautiful place.

Adriana's place was great! Plenty of space, the beds were very comfortable, well stocked kitchen, lots of bath and beach towels, and body boards and chairs to take to the beach. Adriana gave us great local recommendations and was responsive when we had questions. The road to the home is a bit rough, an SUV is recommended. The hike to Playa La Macha was difficult but well worth the effort! The pool was great for relaxing after a day of exploring. We would absolutely stay here again!

We had a great time staying at Adriana’s. We loved the wildlife and the pool area was beautiful. Adriana was helpful throughout the stay and gave great recommendations.

Adrianna was always ready with excellent local recommendations. Best host one can ask for The property itself was fantastic! We had the unique experience of seeing white-faced monkeys and various other wildlife right from the comfort of the house, which added to the charm of the stay. Admittedly, the wildlife was a bit more adventurous than we anticipated, as we encountered a few small gecko lizards and crickets inside the house. However, this was easily managed and didn’t detract from the overall experience—it’s all part of the adventure when staying close to nature. The house felt like a true home away from home, providing both comfort and convenience. We were within easy reach of everything, shops, excellent restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and even the beach! 4-wheel drive is definitely recommended for getting around, especially for the fun off-road experience that leads to the property. This aspect only added to the authenticity of the stay, giving us a true taste of local life.

The house was great! Exactly as expected and Adriana was an amazing host! She had excellent recommendations and was incredibly helpful in sharing advice and answering questions! We very much enjoyed the house, porch, and pool area. We loved watching the squirrel monkeys run around, and see the many birds, butterflies, and lizards.

Beautiful house in the mountains.  Lots of greenery and pets. A host on the lookout and very accommodating. The house was perfect for our needs. A great stay!!!

Superbe maison dans la montagne.  Beaucoup de végétation et d'animaux. Une hôte à l'affût et très accomodante. La maison convenait parfaitement à nos besoins. Un superbe séjour!!!

Nice place to stay in a location that was great for wildlife viewing. The house has lots of bedrooms for our married kids. We cooked a few nights at home and the house had everything we needed to cook and a blender to make smoothies. The host was very helpful. If you are choosing this location, hoping for walkable access to a close beach, it’s not great for little kids or packing stuff to take for a day at the beach. It is pretty cool, however, if you love hiking/exploring. You can actually hike through the jungle to a whole string of beaches. Just be sure to take water and wear tennis shoes.

It is a beautiful home in a quiet, private setting but still close to plenty of restaurants (I would highly recommend renting a car, specifically a 4x4). The pool was awesome, but the tiles were slippery, so the kids wore water shoes. The house was spacious, with plenty of spaces to hang out. We loved the patio by the pool and in front of the house; it was great for checking out wildlife. Grocery stores are close, the kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, and the grill is a nice added bonus. Hikes to the beach were strenuous but great. I would not recommend bringing the kids along. Luckily, other beaches are within driving distance. We enjoyed Manual Antonio (a 13-minute drive). Host was great and communicated before, after and during our stay. Ronny’s place is up the road get the coconut drink and enjoy the view 10/10.

Our family of 6 had a lovely time!   Saw the macaws, lots of butterflies, lizards, beautiful plant life.   Rd to the place was jungle like with a washed out rd, walk to the beach is for those in shape and even then a bit difficult.  my family only visited playa lamacha one time.  rest of the local beaches were gorgeous.   Resturaunts we visited with great food and great views were Emilios Cafe and El Avion, we also hired a wonderful chef and her husband, she even got us groceries.   Absolutely loved everything.  The pool is great too loved hanging out there, I did slip and fall and hurt myself on the first day so couldn't do too many hikes after that.

We had a great stay at Adriana's! The house was great and she and Matt were very responsive and helpful and gave us great recommendations for our trip. We had a great time!

Gorgeous home! Plenty of space and well furnished to accommodate a lot of people. We felt welcome and not crowded, and enjoyed the beautiful view and watching the birds and wildlife. Home was as described. Pool was awesome, large, and loved by everyone. Local drivers/delivery people were happy to accommodate our large crowd.

Adriana was extremely communicative and offered amazing activities for me and my group. It was a spring break trip which went perfectly with playa Macha around an 8 min walk from the house, which allowed for perfect surf and easily accessible beach days. Overall such a stunning airbnb and we will definitely be returning. I would like to comment on the hill to the home is a little steep- so when renting cars don’t get a car low to the ground.

The house was exactly how represented in pictures.  It was perfect for our family of 9. Adriana was quick to answer our questions and solve our problems. She also made suggestions for dining and activities we found very helpful. We didn't incur many problems, we couldn't figure how to turn on the Bluetooth at the pool but a quick response from Adriana had us in music in no time. The pool chemicals were a little off but again problem solved right away. My 2 year.old granddaughters loved the pool and we spent time swimming every day. I loved how the pool was behind the house, up some stairs and had a gate. There was never any worry of them going to it unattended. The setting was beautiful, full of wild life. We had monkeys, macaws, Iguanas, toucan and capybara or agouti, crab and a variety of birds. I highly recommend Casa Playa La Macha. I would definitely stay here again.

Our family of 8, ages 4-65, all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Saw the resident Macaw pair and iguanas immediately upon arrival. We loved watching the wildlife from both the porch and pool area. The closest beach is incredibly peaceful and beautiful. The home is lovely and has plenty of cooking supplies. We all enjoyed the pool. Adriana is incredibly helpful and was very responsive to our needs. We were all happy with the home and its location. We saw lots of animals from the house, road leading to the home, and on the walk to the beach. Definitely recommend.

Adriana & Matt the place was awesome Great place everyone love place our daughter love it and friends Great recommendation for sure Thank you Again Hank Hight

Great stay! The animals outside were amazing. Very roomy for two families. Overall, it was a great house.

Did a family vacation (6 adults and 2 small children) to Matt & Adriana's place in November 2023. The setup was perfect, the family with the kids was able to take over the lower level and the other 2 couples had the upstairs bedrooms. Lots of room upstairs for preparing meals and just hanging out. And we spent tons of time at the pool which includes an awesome bluetooth speaker, outdoor shower, and lights for evening relaxing. Plus at the pool you're entertained by plenty of monkeys, birds and iguanas. Matt & Adriana had lots of great recommendations for activities and dining, they even invited us up to their house for wine and appetizers one evening as we watched the sun set from their amazing home.  The hike to Playa la Macha was a little too much for the young kids but we enjoyed watching a few sunrises from there, be sure to go during low tide.  We talked to Matt almost daily and he was always quick with his replies and to drop off anything we needed.

Great stay at Matt and Andriana home! Amazing place on the jungle side

Super séjour à la maison de Matt et Andriana! Superbe endroit côté jungle

Great place for our large group. Well stocked kitchen, large rooms.  Pool area was nice, it was great way to end the end.

Adriana's place was wonderful for our family of 10. We had lots of room to move around and there were plenty of dishes and cutlery to use without running out before the next meal. There were even spices to use during our trip so we did not have to buy any. We like to cook and we had everything we needed to do so! The bathrooms were well stocked with toilet paper. She even provided soap and shampoo for our use. The pool was very nice. We enjoyed it after a morning of excursions. There was even an outdoor shower to rinse off. The house is in a very private area but are well known to tour guides and drivers. Everyone found the house rather easily. We did not rent a car but booked transportation to and from San Jose Airport just fine. We used the company Adriana recommended and it was great! If you do rent a car, there are plenty of space to park your cars. The driveway is rather steep but it was no problem for me at seven months pregnant. Definitely book! It was a great trip!

Beautiful house. 4 great bedrooms, plenty of space for us to hangout. Stunning pool, and a jacuzzi tub in the bathroom. The hosts have been super helpful, with everything we need. Unfortunately I was sick for the first half of the trip and they got me meds and to a pharmacy. Super kind hosts. Unfortunately the beach is a hike to get to. You walk up a large hill before you even get to the tough trail, and the steep cliff you have to carefully walk down to get to the beach. The hosts said the trail got washed out during rainy season. So we never made it down to playa La macha. Everything was wonderful. LOVED the scarlet macaws that flew around and hung out in the nearby tree everyday around 4pm. Great internet, comfy beds, and not a bad walk to the marina. Just be aware there’s a lot of steps as we are on a large hill. Would stay again in a heartbeat.

It was a quiet and comfortable stay, the house is very similar to the photos, ex-host. The beaches are quite close by.

Fue una estancia tranquila y cómoda, la casa es muy similar a las fotos, exc anfitriona. Las playas bastante cercanas.

The house was as described and photographed and was in great condition. There were a few minor things that needed to be addressed and were done so in a very timely fashion. We absolutely loved the two pairs of scarlet macaws that visited everyday in the tree right next to the house. The pool and outdoor shower which were a great way to end our days. The kitchen had everything we needed and was spacious enough to have many cooks in it! Construction was going on next door but it was never too loud. The 200m hike to the beach is quite the trek! You have to use the ropes at the very last section! The reward is a gorgeous beach that is rarely crowded, especially in the morning hours. Adriana's responses were courteous, but she was a bit slow in responding and didn't always answer all the questions posed. I had to repeat some questions which she eventually answered. Other than that, great hosts! Matt had some great recommendations about the local area so definitely worth talking too!

We really enjoyed our stay at Adriana and Matt’s place!! The house looked just like the pictures, if not better. The space was extremely clean and comfortable, with plenty of space to hang out both inside and outside. The house is a short but challenging walk to playa La macha, so be ready for some good hiking down to the beach (including a steep descent where you need to hold onto rope alongside the trail). There was tons of wildlife all around us - both at the house and also on the trail to the beach. One down side was the construction going on across the street from the house - it could get pretty noisy at times, but luckily didn’t happen during early or late hours of the day. Overall we had an awesome stay, and enjoyed being able to walk to playa La macha as well as be a short drive to the greater Manuel Antonio area!

Great place with large rooms and a nice pool deck.

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