Experience The Pura Vida in this long time guest favorite. Originally an Airbnb gem since 2016, you’ll find breathtaking Pacific ocean views and daily visits from local wildlife(monkeys, sloths and tropical birds). Nestled within an exclusive, secure 4 casas compound (24/7 security & staff), your stay is effortless. Daily maid, breakfast and laundry included*. Enjoy your private pool, free parking, and a prime central location just a short walk from the area’s best restaurants and amenities.

## The Space

Experience the essence of Pura Vida in this beloved property, a favorite among returning guests since 2016. The home offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and frequent visits from local wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds.

Situated within an exclusive and secure compound of four houses, the property benefits from 24/7 security and dedicated staff, ensuring a seamless and comfortable stay.

## Amenities

- Private swimming pool  
- Daily housekeeping service  
- Breakfast included  
- Laundry service included  
- Free parking  

## Location

The property enjoys a prime, central location just a short walk from the area's top restaurants and essential amenities, making it an ideal base for exploring the surroundings.

Originally an Airbnb gem since 2016, you’ll find breathtaking Pacific ocean views and da...

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4BR villa in Manuel Antonio

Casa BarbaRoja/Ocean & Sunset View/Breakfast Included* - Houses for Rent in Quepos, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

We had such a wonderful stay at Alta Vista Villas. The home was beautiful and peaceful.   Such a comfortable stay at such a beautiful Villa. Many shops and restaurants within walking distance which made it convenient. Really enjoyed the pool and the wildlife. Can’t wait to come again soon.

As all of the reviews have said, this place is truly amazing. The views and surroundings were breathtaking and tons of animals to see. Very convenient location for all of our excursions too. Can’t wait to go back again someday.

This place was a magical treat in paradise! Wilbert was the BEST host and would show us all the animals on the property and give us restaurant recommendations. Property is next to everything- pharmacy, urgent care, lots of restaurants (go to Santa Plancha- owner is amazing and such good food). The view was amazing!! There are lots of stairs to get to this place though and my 60/70 year old parents were able to do it, but it was a challenge and took time. That is literally the only issue. Other villas on the property don’t have as many though, so you could stay at other ones if that’s a problem or concern. Otherwise I would 100% recommend and want to come back soon :-)

Wow. So happy we stayed here. There was my wife, 16 and 17 year old kids and I. The villa was huge and the perfect base for exploring Manuel Antonio and the surrounding areas. The pool area is great, the breakfast was ace, the daily cleaning perfect. Chris, Wilbert and the rest of the staff were all fantastic. Wilbert is an expert wildlife spotter and Chris sorted all our tours. We saw so much wildlife in and around the villa, its amazing. From the daily visit from the Spider, Squirrel and white faced monkeys, the resident lizards (Bill and Badger!) around the pool, the mother and baby sloths, and loads of different types of birds, it was all fantastic. Loads of places to eat and drink within walking distance and so many tours and things to do depending on how active you want to be. Loved our time here.

Hey Nick, Thank you so much for the fantastic feedback! We are so happy your family loved the villa and had such great wildlife encounters 🦥. It was a true pleasure having you all here, and the whole team wishes you the best. Safe travels! Best,Chris

Large family stay at this gem of a find. Just as beautiful as the photos. All the staff, including Wilbert and Chris,  were absolutely incredible. Streamlined check in/ out. Very helpful and had the most amazing meal during our stay with them. The view and natural surroundings were fantastic. Daily monkey and sloth sightings made it truly special. Would stay again in a heartbeat.

AltaVista Villas absolutely exceeded our expectations! The concierges were great, especially Wilbur & Chris! They were helpful planning excursions, transportation and giving recommendations! We saw so much wildlife here! From monkeys to toucans and macaws, we were so excited to experience that from the comfort of the back porch with the MOST incredible view! We booked massages through the villa that were provided in the comfort of the air bnb and were a 10/10! Would 100% return and hope to soon.

Everything was perfect and just as we hoped for! The only thing I would mention is if you get the lower house, get ready for a small leg workout as there are about 50 stairs down, and back up. So if you’re not mobile or need assistance walking be sure to book the upper levels. Other than that it was absolutely wonderful! We saw Macaws, 3 types of monkeys, lizards, sloths and more all around the home. The view from the pool is amazing too! Loved it!

Thank you so much for your kind words about the incredible wildlife and the amazing views from the pool! We always strive for total transparency, which is why our listing clearly and explicitly details the stairs required to access the lower house. We want to ensure all our guests have the exact information needed upfront to choose the level that best matches their mobility before booking.Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. Pura Vida.

The included breakfast and laundry done for you made this a true vacation for a mom. It’s changed the way I will plan trips now going forward haha - and the amount of wildlife you view is extraordinary! So fun for kiddos with a pool (their favorite part, above the beach even). And did I mention breakfast just comes to you?? Es increible!

This property exceeded every expectation. The views are breathtaking, and the hosts were incredibly attentive and responsive throughout our stay. What truly sets it apart is the wildlife right outside your door — daily sightings of monkeys, sloths, toucans, and scarlet macaws made it feel like a private nature sanctuary. If you’re dreaming of the quintessential Costa Rica experience, this is it.

Can’t recommend this place enough! If you are on the fence just book it.  Beautiful views and tons of animal sightings.  Probably saw as many animals here as at the park. In fact there were two separate troops of monkeys who passed through around 5pm every day.  The house and pool were immaculate and the concierge was extremely helpful.  Would absolutely stay here again if we ever come back to Manuel Antonio!!

The property was one of the best we've ever stayed at! Wonderful! The bed was comfortable, and the outdoor space with the beautiful views was perfect. All the staff members are amazing. They helped us a lot with my grandmother and with everything. The breakfast was delicious too. We didn't need to go to the national park because there were iguanas, monkeys, sloths, and more on the property. The only thing is that there are too many steps; recommended only for fit people 😅 but everything else was fantastic 🫶

La propiedad ha sido de las mejores en que nos hemos quedado! Maravilloso! La cama estaba cómoda y el espacio exterior con la hermosas vistas fueron perfectas. Todos los del staff son increíbles. Nos ayudaron mucho con mi abuela y con todo. El desayuno estaba rico también. No hizo falta ir al parque nacional porque habían iguanas, monos, perezosos y más dentro de la propiedad. Lo único es que hay demasiadas gradas, recomendable solo gente fit 😅 pero todo estuvo fantástico 🫶

This is our favorite place to vacation as a family

There is a lot of wonderful things to say about this place, however, I'll try to mention a few things that were above and beyond. The place is BETTER than the photos, abundance of wildlife, stunning sunsets, close to everything yet quiet and feels private. Some of the things that made this place better than other Airbnbs, they provide us with breakfast every day of our stay (that is huge when it comes to money saved not eating out), free laundry service and daily housekeeping. In other words, this is an Airbnb with a 5-Star hotel services. All the staff were pleasant and helpful with all our inquiries. This is my third time in Manuel Antonio in the last five years, and i don't think that I will consider other places for my future visits to the area. On a side note, there are many steps to get to the house that might be uncomfortable for some people.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that our breakfast service, daily housekeeping, and laundry made your stay feel like a 5-star experience—that is exactly the level of comfort we strive for. It’s an honor to know that after three visits to Manuel Antonio, you’ve found your 'home away from home' with us. Regarding the stairs, you’re absolutely right— they are part of the local geography that allows us to offer those stunning sunsets and the private, wildlife-rich atmosphere you enjoyed. We can’t wait to welcome you back on your next trip to paradise! Pura Vida

Wilberth, the concierge, was outstanding. He arranged transportation for us to multiple locations, including to accommodations we arranged in other cities. He made reservations for us for multiple activities, and generally made our entire  trip smooth and flawless. I don't think enough nice things can be said about the staff and their friendly attitudes and helpfulness. Thank you Wilberth, Chris, and all the rest. The staff, the view, the wildlife and the location all added up to an exceptional stay.

Hey Andrew, Thank you for sharing your experience! We are so happy that Wilberth could help make your journey smooth and stress-free. Our staff's friendly attitude is at the heart of everything we do. It’s fantastic to hear that the combination of our location, views, and local wildlife resulted in an exceptional stay for you. We hope to host you again soon! Pura Vida.

We had a great stay with our family of 6. The hosts were very responsive and helpful. You will not find a better view! We loved the pool and the setting. We saw sloths, howler and squirrel monkeys, agouti, macaw and many other birds.

We're so glad your family of 6 had a wonderful stay! Thank you for the great review. The wildlife sightings sound amazing—come back and visit us anytime!

House was beautiful the view was spectacular. Staff was friendly and helpful and breakfast every morning was a bonus. We had monkeys visit every night saw a Sloth and her baby. Great outdoor area and pool. Could not ask for a better stay!

Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the views and our team’s hospitality. Having the monkeys and sloths stop by is always a highlight—so glad you got to see them! Hope to welcome you back soon!

Wonderful view, great location, very comfortable and very friendly service.

Maravillosa vista, excelente ubicación, muy cómodo y muy amable atención.

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the views and our location. It was a pleasure having you, and we hope to see you again soon!

Breathtaking views. The house is just a dream! Everything was perfect. We had the pleasure of visiting for several days. We got to see different kinds of monkeys, Scarlette Macaws, Sloths, Raccoons, Iguanas, Toucan & so much more. The host was just amazing. Breakfast was delicious and on time everyday! Cleaned everyday! Helped with booking day trips to ride ATV’s on the mountains, jungle… also took a trip to the waterfalls. Delicious Pizza & drinks across the street, super market as well. Everything so close. Restaurants too.  If you’re deciding to book this place, don’t think twice! Beyond expectations… Thank you for making our family trip so memorable.

Expensive but worth it!  Beautiful location, amazing wildlife, breakfast and maid service daily.  Definitely high end

beautiful view. great team. monkeys all around the cabins

We really appreciate the feedback! So happy to hear you enjoyed the scenery and our team. Those monkeys definitely make the experience special. Thanks for staying with us!

This airbnb is amazing! Plenty of room for our party of 8. Daily included breakfast was fantastic, as was the private chef organized by the concierge for dinner one night. We were visited by squirrel monkeys, white-faced capuchin monkeys, iguanas, agoutis, scarlet macaws, toucans, and mama and baby sloths. Easy access to the beach, Manuel Antonio, whitewater rafting, and hiking through the rainforest to waterfalls. There were plenty of toiletries, toilet paper, paper towels, cooking basics (sugar, salt, pepper, some seasonings, oil, vinegar), coffee, and everything we needed in the kitchen. One of the showers had very low water pressure, but it was not a big problem for us. Quite a few stairs to get down to the entrance, which could be a problem if you have mobility issues. We enjoyed the extra exercise.

Thank you for taking the time to share such positive feedback following your stay with us. We are thrilled that the villa met all your expectations, from the included breakfast and private chef service to the incredible variety of wildlife you encountered right on the doorstep. Creating those unique Costa Rican memories is exactly what we aim for. Your comments regarding the water pressure are much appreciated and will be used to improve future guest experiences. We sincerely hope to have the opportunity to host you and your family again soon.

My family loved this house! The location couldn't be better and the wildlife was everywhere! We saw monkeys everyday which was a huge highlight to our trip! The host and staff were kind and very quick to help with everything in the house and with recommendations. We hope to come back!

Excellent place, more than the pictures could show. The staff was super friendly, especially Wilberth, who was super attentive and helpful with us. He gave us very good recommendations to make our stay more pleasant. We will definitely return there on our next vacation to Costa Rica. I recommend it, you won't go wrong choosing this option. I give it 5 stars... Thank you very much Altavista Villas for creating great memories and beautiful moments for our entire family. See you soon...

Excelente lugar más de lo que las imágenes podían mostrar el personal super amable en especial Wilberth fue super atento y servicial con nosotros nos dio muy buenas recomendaciones para hacer nuestra estadía más placentera sin duda alguna volveremos a regresar por alla en nuestras próximas vacaciones a Costa Rica se los recomiendo no se van a equivocar a escoger esta opción defectivamente les doy un 5 estrellas... Muchas gracias Altavista Villas por crear grandes memorias y bellos momentos para toda nuestra familia hasta pronto...

This place is absolutely breathtaking. The pictures are pretty and they don’t even do it justice. We had monkey, sloths, toucans, iguanas, and parrots all around our place. Incredible service and breakfast each day! Amazing and we couldn’t recommend it more!!

We loved the place and the service from the staff.

Nos encantó el lugar y la atención del personal.

The villa is located in what might be the most beautiful place on earth. There is a lot of wildlife right in the yard! The house is beautiful and very clean. Its wonderful to sit out on the covered deck and listen to the rain. Afterwards, we'd go swimming overlooking the ocean with Macaws and Toucans flying overhead. I can't even wait to return!! The concierge service and housekeeping were the best! Wilbur booked several of our daily excursions and each was better than the last - friendly and absolutely worth every penny. He also helped carry our bags up and down the stairs! I can't say enough wonderful things about the home, the staff and Manuel Antonio.

Beautiful view!  We spent many hours on the back deck and in the pool watching the wildlife up close — monkeys, sloths, macaws, agoutis and iguanas.  We saw more wildlife at this house than any other place on the trip.  The young white faced monkeys played in the trees right next to the house.  This house was the highlight of our trip for our group of 3 families.  Fabulous stay!

Do yourself a favor and book this place now. Even better than the photos. This home feels a world away with no visible neighbors and unobstructed views of the mountains and ocean. It also feels very secure behind locked gates. The only noise is from the howler monkeys and birds surrounding the deck. We saw a sloth, macaws, squirrel monkeys, white faced monkeys, and howlers all from the deck. The service was top notch with breakfast delivered and cleaning every day. As others have mentioned there are about 3 flights of stairs down to the home, but this gives it incredible privacy and views.

This place was reported to be great and it was over the top.

We loved this house and definitely would rent again.  Very comfortable and spacious with everything we needed.  Enjoyed drinking coffee on the deck overlooking the pool and the ocean.

Fantastic Stay at Casa Barba Roja!!! Our family of nine had a wonderful stay at Casa Barba Roja. The house was beautiful, cozy, and offered stunning views that made every moment special. We had plenty of space to relax, and everyone felt completely comfortable. The service was excellent. Wilbert, the concierge, was incredibly helpful in booking dinner reservations, excursions, and even arranging a private chef for us. He also assisted with calling taxis as needed, which made everything easy. Daily housekeeping kept the place spotless, adding to the comfort of our stay. We also had some fun visits from local wildlife, including monkeys, iguanas, sloths, and macaws, which made the experience even more memorable. Overall, Casa Barba Roja was a perfect base for our trip to Manuel Antonio. We had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation and would definitely recommend it.

Amazing stay. Even better than pictured with an extremely attentive staff. This space immediately became a gem in our costa rica trip.

We had a lovely stay. The hosts were friendly and the air bnb was immaculate. 100% recommend.

Unbelievable place. Normally when you book a place that looks this good in photos, it turns out to be much smaller. This was the opposite. An absolute dream house. We stayed with another couple and our two boys - 7 and 9. Place was huge and immaculately clean. Breakfast was provided every day, the staff were super friendly, the view was insane, the pool was magical for the boys to splash in and the grown ups to enjoy a beer in. We had friendly iguanas (Barnaby and Barnaby 2.0, apparently), monkeys in the trees, macaws. Recommend avoiding the beach by the entrance to the park and find other more secluded spots to explore. Or just don’t leave the house. Great location, great view, great staff, clean house. Hands down the best Airbnb we’ve stayed in.

Absolutely amazing! a perfect location for what the area has to offer: walkable to many very nice restaurants , shops, grocery, etc. The entire staff was very helpful and kind! Will definitely be a repeat customer.

Everything was wonderful. We especially enjoyed the visits from local wildlife and our chef prepared meals from Cesar. We purposely didn’t schedule a lot of excursions just so we could enjoy the house. It felt private, yet was close to many restaurants and shopping. Can’t wait to return!

Our family loved the place…lovely back porch and pool with a beautiful view.  We enjoyed watching the wildlife nearby every morning from the porch. We saw sloths,  monkeys, and macaws. Our family of 9 had plenty of room with extra room to spare. All the staff were excellent and very responsive. There were many great restaurants nearby that we walked to from our location.

This is an incredible home to stay at. We were surrounded by wildlife, including monkeys, lizards and macaws. The hosts are incredibly responsive and helpful and worked hard to ensure that our family had an amazing time. The views and property are event better than they seem in the pictures. A true paradise.

Excellent place, spectacular view, cleanliness, super comfortable beds, I would really come back.

Excelente lugar, vista espectacular, limpieza, camas súper cómodas la verdad volvería.

Our family LOVED our stay at this beautiful home. The home has an incredible view and is surrounded by lush vegetation. It  is very private. The young children and their parents loved the pool and  all the adults enjoyed the spacious bedrooms (each with a view). All the members of the staff were extremely helpful and personable. The concierge spent time with me prior to the trip to  suggest excursions and then booked those adventures for us in advance of our trip. Our every need was taken care of and everyone was very friendly and welcoming. We all felt very lucky to have found such a wonderful place to gather as a family. I highly recommend this home managed by the wonderful people at Alta Vista.

We absolutely LOVED our stay here. Such an incredible place. From the views, to the pool, daily breakfast, cleaning service, daily wildlife sightings… this was our favorite air bnb we’ve ever stayed at. The staff were all so welcoming and kind throughout our time there. Lots of activities and yummy restaurants nearby. 10/10 recommend!

We stayed here for 6 days and it was amazing. We had two families with a total of 8 people ( 4 kids from 5-10). The views and wildlife were beyond what we expected.  The house was extremely clean and they kept it up all week plus did our laundry. The concierge service arranged all our tours and helped modify the plans when members of our group got sick. Overall it was a wonderful stay and I would highly recommend staying here!

We absolutely loved our time here, and would happily stay again! The space is very comfortable. We enjoyed spending time on the deck and around the pool admiring the local wildlife and surroundings. We had the chef come in and make several meals for us. They were delicious and so enjoyable and easy, especially after a day of adventure. Wilberth was so helpful in arranging all of our activities as well as transportation services. He was also very responsive and so easy to work with. Breakfast is such a nice touch too. I highly recommend!

We were blown away by the beautiful view and the location was fantastic being able to walk to some restaurants and shops x

This is our second time enjoying a family vacation in this beautiful property.  The view is breathtaking, and there are no words to describe the amazing sunsets. Friendly monkeys and macaws visited the surroundings while the kids were playing in the pool. We only stayed a a couple of nights this time, and we prepared a family dinner in the fully equipped kitchens the first night  and had a BBQ in the scenic terrace the second one. We also enjoyed a complementary breakfast the first morning which everyone enjoyed very much. Everything is really close and in our visit to the national park we saw all kinds of animals: monkeys, iguanas, deers, armadillos, all kinds of birds. Both kids and adults were amazed. We did several trails in the park as a family and the park is outstanding. My family left with a feeling of having visited a magical place and this house is definitely one of our favorite places to stay in Manuel Antonio.

The very best part of Alta Vista was the stunning view when you go out on the beautiful covered deck which leads to a pristine pool. The home was in great condition with crops and clean white linens. Air conditioner in every room did a great job at keeping us comfortable. The staff was incredibly warm, helpful and responsive. From the deck we saw scarlet macaws, sloths, iguanas and monkeys.  Our family of 9 (4 adults, 5 kids) had an amazing time here!

Wowza! Casa Barba Roja was out of this world. Situated in a picturesque jungle on the side of a mountain with the most incredible view of a bay half way between Quepos and Manuel Antonio. It's on a private gated property with other homes but you never hear or see other people except for the amazing staff. There are quite a few stairs to get down to the house but staff help bring your luggage up and down. We walked into the most spectacular sunset right through the house. The rooms, kitchen and bathrooms  looked new and were very clean. Our family of 6 had plenty of room and often enjoyed the large picnic table on the deck. The infinity pool speaks for itself and made it hard to leave to do excursions. The included breakfast was also the best we had during our week in Costa Rica. I'm still craving those super fluffy pancakes! We woke every morning to howler monkeys and macaws and watched squirrel monkeys and a variety of birds playing. Overall an outstanding place. 10 stars!

I loved this house and the people who work there, were very helpful. The access to the house from the parking lot has about 83 steps and the guy who checked us in helped us with our bags (but I guess he is not obliged to do it). It was very rainy (November) and being in the pool and cooking in the barbecue were enough to have a good time with my family. The day we arrived they told me that I was entitled to laundry twice for my 5 day stay. Although there was a confusion that each basket washed had a cost of $20, I liked that what I was told was respected at the beginning. Supermarket (pali) is an 8 minute drive away. There's one about a 4 minute walk where the prices are exaggerated. Otherwise, there are restaurants nearby and a bus runs almost at the front. From the house I could see a lazy, toucan, macaws, monkeys, garrobos and other exotic birds.

Me encantó esta casa y las personas que trabajan ahí, fueron de mucha ayuda. El acceso a la casa desde el parqueo tiene unas 83 gradas y el chico que nos hizo el check in nos ayudó con las maletas (pero supongo el no está obligado a hacerlo). Estaba muy lluvioso (Noviembre) y estar en la piscina y cocinando en la barbacoa fueron suficiente para pasarla bien con mi familia. El día que llegamos me dijeron que tenía derecho a lavandería dos veces por mi estadía de 5 días. A pesar de que hubo una confusión de que cada canasta lavada tenía un costo de $20, me gustó que se respetara lo que me habían indicado al principio. El supermercado (pali) está a 8 minutos manejando. Hay uno a unos 4 minutos caminando donde los precios son exagerados. Por lo demás, hay restaurantes cerca y pasa un bus casi al frente. Desde la casa pude ver un perezoso, tucán, guacamayas, monos, garrobos y otras aves exóticas.

The only bad thing I can say about the place is that we had to go home again. Delighted with the treatment received in Costa Rican paradise.

Lo único malo que puedo decir del alojamiento es que nos tuvimos que volver q ir a casa. Encantados con el trato recibido en el paraíso de Costa Rica.

Excellent service. The house is beautiful and the view is breathtaking. You have to go down some steps to get to the house, it would be important to take into account if an older adult goes.

Excelente servicio. La casa es hermosa y la vista es impresionante. Hay que bajar algunas gradas para poder llegar a la casa, sería importante de tomar en cuenta si un adulto mayor va.

Long story but we didn’t actually get to stay but the property looked absolutely amazing and Christopher was incredible. We hope to come back and finish the trip we started one day soon.

Can’t say enough good things about this stay. The included breakfast, laundry services, daily housekeeping were added bonuses and completely exceeded our expectations. The concierge service was 10/10 and made planning our trip and working out details and logistics smooth and stress free. The staff went above and beyond to meet our needs and answer our questions including setting up birthday decorations for our arrival. The house and view was out of this world. We saw so much wildlife including macaws, monkeys, toucans, and a sloth. The location is continently located to the bus, restaurants, and not far from downtown or the beaches. Lastly, we had chef Reimy for two nights and he was amazing! Would recommend this stay to anyone traveling to Manuel Antonio. Best Air Bnb we’ve ever stayed at!

The villa was perfect for our group of two families with children. The layout of the premises and the quality of the furniture were perfect. The pool was very nice too. But the highlight of the show was the abundant presence of beautiful animals around us!

La villa était parfaite pour notre groupe de deux familles avec enfants. La disposition des lieux et la qualite du mobilier etaient parfaites. La piscine etait tres agreable aussi. Mais le clou du spectacle etait la presence abondante d’animaux magnifiques autour de nous !

I would so recommend this home. It was perfect for our family reunion, plenty of space and Chris was incredibly responsive to any question or problem. The beds were incredibly comfortable. The view was splendid and each day we were visited by multiple Monkeys, iguanas and beautiful Macaws flying overhead. My only suggestion would be a larger variety for breakfast with some different rotation! But this is so minimal to our total experience. Wow we had such a great stay with adventures each day. Our grandkids ranged from 14 to 6 and they were never bored! I know that several of our friends will take advantage of this listing! Well done!!!

Breathtaking view, beautiful rooms and windows! The breakfast each morning was delivered to the house and delicious. We truly enjoyed this slice of paradise.

This was an incredible place to stay. We will definitely be back!!

The house is beautiful and has everything we needed. The mattresses are very comfy. We love the pool surrounded by nature. Not even mention all the fauna you can observe from the property. Also, Wilber, Pamela and the house cleaners are friendly and quickly respond to our questions and requests. We had an amazing time! We would love to come again!

This was our second time staying here because we loved our first stay so much that we had to come back! The location is great- walkable to stores and restaurants, yet it is constricted so that you feel totally private and in nature. Between the daily provided breakfast, laundry, on site concierge who pointed out sloths in the trees on property, and the natural wildlife that is visible from the back porch (macaws, toucans, parrots, and 3 types of monkeys), we couldn’t ask for anything better. We like to buy extra bananas because the monkeys come right onto the back porch- we probably had close to 40 there at once when we brought the bananas out and got to hand feed them- everyone’s favorite part of the trip!

A fabulous home with great views.  The concierge Chris made life easy.  Walking distance to plenty of restaurants and a small liquor store.  We loved.  Our group was ten ranging from 9 to 71

This was the perfect home away while we went on out in daily adventures. Beautiful view and lots of wildlife right on property. Just was extremely responsive and so helpful. Would highly recommend!

The location was beautiful and peaceful although it is not too far from the Main Street. The house was clean and well taken care of. Lots of birds and animals in the area that you will be able to see if you hang out on the patio in the back as well. The only disappointment I had was that I had to pay some extra cash to have some family members come visit, which was not clearly mentioned beforehand in the rules on the Airbnb site. On that topic, if you will want to reserve this location, make sure that you add any guests on the reservation beforehand even if they are not 100% sure that they are coming. Other than that, the location is great and I would recommend to others.

Hello Claudiu, Thanks for the review! Actually our rules on airbnb are clearly "No guests outside the written guest list on the premises", and the rental agreement that you signed too, "extra guest has an extra cost" - Rates on airbnb are standard with a minimum guest, additional guest has an extra cost here and everywhere. Recomendation: Next time makes sure to add the right number of people joining on your group. Thanks.

Great place. Beautiful setting.  Nice home.  Excellent, prompt and friendly staff.

This stay was magical.  Perfect location walkable to nearby shops, restaurants but also secluded and nestled in the trees.  Gorgeous views… wildlife galore.  Monkeys, iguanas, parrots.  It was a dream. Communication was quick and helpful.  The house was super comfortable, spacious and I mean the deck pool and view are what you see.  We used the private chef two nights and both meals were delicious.  Its was perfect - honestly.  If I would change one thing it might be to schedule more downtime to enjoy the home more.

Our 2 families loved our 4 nights in Quepos. The house was exactly as described and we would definitely return. Breakfast was delicious each morning and always right on time. We only had 1 night with the chef but we wished we had another. His food was excellent. The house was cleaned daily, the air conditioning was strong and the beds were very comfortable. We had more than enough of everything we could need from kitchen supplies to linens. The hosts were friendly, helpful and responsive. The location is right in the middle of restaurants, shops and grocery stores but because of the elevation of the neighborhood and the gated compound sloping down from the road, we felt like the house was removed from it all. The views are excellent. Watching the sunset from the pool, deck or hammock was a perfect, daily activity.

We had an amazing stay; it was too brief! The view is amazing. The service of the staff was spectacular (loved the included breakfast). And best of all were the monkeys and the Scarlet McCaws that nest right behind the home. Simply amazing!! We hope to return.

The sunset was absolutely beautiful in Manwell Antonio. Sometimes the sunsets are behind the mountains in MA, but this has the perfect view directly sun to water right from your pool deck. Amazing peaceful location, no noticeable neighbors. There are a lot of stairs to get down to property but amazing views

First time in Costa Rica with family & friends.  Manuel Antonio was the perfect place.  A friend recommended this place and it did not disappoint.  We rang in the New Year & enjoyed a full week here.  We stayed at Casa Barba Roja.  It accommodated the 9 of us, although 2 of the kids had to settle for the beds up in the loft; a cool place to sleep, but not ideal as it was open to the common rooms below.  Another bedroom would have been more comfortable.  The other bedrooms were great.  One suggestion would be to make the lighting in the master bedroom & bathroom brighter.  We found the lighting too dim in the evenings.  The view was stunning and the location very private.  We loved the convenience of having a private chef so much that we ended up hiring a chef for most of our dinners!  The concierges were outstanding.  Thank you to Jose, Chris & Wilbur for answering all of our questions, booking all of our excursions & making wonderful suggestions.  Definitely recommend this place.

Hi Robert! Thanks to you for letting us be part of your trip in Costa Rica, we are glad to know that you found the property and services convenient for you and that you had a good time. We are missing you from now! Take care and see you soon :)

Our family of 9, kids to grandparents, stayed for a week of relaxation and adventure. Jose (concierge) set up all of our needs and answered any question that arose. The on-site staff were incredible- making/delivering breakfast, daily cleaning, laundry, pool cleaning, grounds keeping- they do it all and are so friendly and kind. We also booked Chef Jeinor for two of our dinners. Book Chef Jeinor without hesitation. Our meals were fantastic and you'll get the best conversation and insight from someone local to the area. Jose also helped us book a few excursions with guides. One to the National Park, and the other to a jungle night tour. Also recommend. The house was comfortable, clean, & cool if you need a break from the heat. You'll spend most of your days on the large deck or in the pool as the views are spectacular. Its like your own private nature reserve. Animals will visit all day long (4-5p dusk was prime time). Cannot wait to come back to this home. Pura Vida

Hello Guys! first thank you so much for your 5 stars review we do really appreciate it. Secondly, it makes proud of our job to hear that you had a great experience in the country and at Manuel Antonio. We are glad to know that everyone enjoyed the stay and that you enjoyed each activitiy. It was very nice to meet and interact with each or the characters of the group haha. Thanks for bringing your lovely family, all of them seemed like locals at the end. Tag us in your pictures, we will love to see your adventures. You have our contact, we will be there in case you need anything from us. Looking forward to your visit! Alta Vista Villas team

Highly recommended!!! My family and I have stayed in many Airbnbs and this was hands down our best experience ever. We were treated like VIPs before we even set foot in Costa Rica. The concierge service was incredible planning all of our excursions, restaurants, and were very responsive to our every need and desire. The included breakfast was a time saver and delicious. Make sure you get a private dinner one night as it was an unbelievable experience. The pool and views are out of this world. And the visiting monkeys, Macaws, and sloths were the best part of the entire trip! The amenities and service are akin to a 5 star resort. The house is private and secluded so you feel like you have the entire place to yourself. Thank you Chris, Jose, Wilbur and the entire staff at Alta Vista Villas for making our vacation an unbelievable one. Pura vida!

Hello Steve! It makes us more than happy to know that you enjoy your trip, the recommendations, the tours, the country, your stay in general. As we mentioned previously, you honor us with your visit, thanks for stopping by our property, We saw some of the pictures and we know you had a lot of fun. Take care, we are looking forward to seeing you again! Pura Vida :)

Barba Roja was everything we hoped for and then multiply that by 2! The view is unrivaled from sun up to sundown.  Want some monkeys… sure they join you for breakfast!  With 2 families and 4 boys under 11yrs old the private pool was not only a luxury but a sitter when we were exhausted from activities.  The staff was very helpful and responded within minutes using the App.  The cleaners were quick and thorough and breakfast served to you daily is just another WOW factor from Chris and his team.  We can not wait to book with them again PURA VIDA ✌🏽

Hi Aaron, thanks for choosing our property to host your family's trip. We are please to know that you enjoyed everything that was offered and that you found all your needs fulfilled. Thanks for your 5 start review. We are looking forward to you next visit! Take care and Pura Vida!

A truly memorable experience for our family.  The home, grounds, and staff were a perfect match for our active and curious lifestyle. We also arranged for a chef to prepare a “local cuisine” dinner one evening which was phenomenal. Everything is close by including the national park, beaches, shops and restaurants. Every morning during the provided breakfast (which also was great) we were treated to awakening birds and animals including toucans, macaws, parakeets, and monkeys to name a few.  It was like the house was dropped into a wildlife reserve. Sunsets were remarkable as well.  Maid and laundry service was also a nice touch and really appreciated after a full day of exploring. What a great 7 day stay!

Hello John We are more than happy to know that your family stay went that fantastic, we are glad to know that you found the services, the staff, the property convenient for you purposes. Thanks for letting us be part of your trip. We are looking forward to seeing you soon Alta Vista Team :)

Wow!! That’s what everyone in our group kept saying. Wow! The view. The wildlife. The pool. The attentive host. It all made for an amazing vacation. The beds are super comfy. Everything is clean and comfortable. Only FYI is that there are no condiments or oil, etc. for cooking so keep that in mind when planning your menu. Lots of tools and etc., though. The fridge is huge as well and has filtered water. Big plus! We are so glad we booked with Chris and can’t wait to come back. We have already recommended it to 3 other families that were anxious to hear our experience. We told them to book it! You won’t regret it! Thank you Chris and team!

Hello Tiana, thanks for your 5 stars review. We are glad to know that the whole group had a great time at Casa Barba Roja. Thank you fro sharing your experience, we are pleased to know that you found the services, the house convenient for you. We will be waiting fro you :)

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