This Ocean View Villa is located in the hills of Mal Pais. A residential neighborhood away from noise and dust. A short 5-minute drive brings you to Santa Teresa Town and the main surf points in the area! Nature is all around us, and the views are truly amazing! The Infinity Pool, while having a drink, is something you will not forget. Even more at sunset hours! Enjoy both Luxury and Nature in this Villa. Contact us for any inquiries you may have. We are happy to help in any possible way! The space This is a spectacular ocean view Villa for a perfect secluded and memorable vacation. The house is very private, and comfortable and has the convenience of being only 1.5kms from the center of town. Situated on a private hilltop where the incredible views stretch out all along the Pacific coastline and back through the jungle at the rear of the house, making this 360-degree view the best in Mal Pais. The house's interior spans over five hundred sq feet and it can accommodate up to 12 guests. Designed to capitalize on the cross breeze that flows through the valley behind the house and out to the ocean in front, which keeps the house cool year-round. Beautiful natural stone floors run through the house and continue outside around the house's centerpiece, the breathtaking infinity pool, and the outdoor patio. The fully equipped Kitchen with everything you need. The open floor plan of the living area includes a bar, dining area, and a large lounge area with satellite TV and Wifi. There is also a utility room and a safe box for storing valuables. The six ocean-view bedrooms all come with AC, a ceiling fan, a writing desk, and a private balcony. The master bedroom is a large breezy room with king size bed, beautiful wooden floors, a chaise lounge, TV, AC, and Wi-Fi. The master bathroom has two walk-in showers, two sinks, a two-person Jacuzzi, and a walk-in closet. Three of the other bedrooms also have king-size beds, while two rooms come with two single beds. Upstairs is a second patio area for sunbathing and an open rancho-style lounge with seats and hammocks where you can laze out and enjoy the sunset or the stars at night. Outside, on the patio and garden, there is a 6-person breakfast table, an infinity pool, loungers, and an enclosed garden with a kids' swing. There is also a car park that can accommodate up to four cars, and the house features a private entrance. Guest access Our guests have access to the entire house and garden. Other things to note For rentals and activities, check the ¨Local Bird¨ link we sent you in the check-in messages. ------------------------------------------------------ IMPORTANT INFO FOR NEW VISITORS IN THE AREA! 🌴 Welcome to Planet Santa Teresa You’ve arrived in a wild little surf town in the jungle. This isn’t a city — it’s something better. But it comes with a few quirks. Here’s what you need to know: ⚡ Power & Water Power outages happen from time to time. No electricity = no water (it’s pumped), no WiFi, and no hot showers (they’re electric). It usually comes back in 10 minutes to 2 hours. During storms, it can take longer. Light a candle, go for a walk, and relax. ❄️ A/C Please turn off the A/C when you’re not home. Power here is precious. Overuse leads to overheating and power cuts. 🔒 Lock Up Always lock all doors and windows when you leave. If there’s a safe, we recommend using it for valuables. 🔥 Cooking with Gas Costa Rica has no gas pipelines — only propane tanks. They last a long time but can run out without warning. Don’t worry! We have spares and will help you switch them. 💡 Hot water runs on electricity, not gas. 🐜 Ants & Food Leaving food out = ants party on your snacks. Store everything inside the fridge or sealed containers. (No rush — they don’t show up instantly 😄) 🚽 Toilets Don’t flush toilet paper 🚫 There’s no drainage system in town. Use the bin next to the toilet. 🦎 Insects & Animals You might meet ants, geckos, lizards, spiders, mosquitoes, roaches, mice, bats, snakes, and maybe even a scorpion (not dangerous). They live here — we’re just visitors 🐾 🌺 Final Reminder You’re in a special place — raw, real, unforgettable. Be kind, stay open, and enjoy the jungle ride. Pura vida!

## The Space

This ocean view villa is nestled in the hills of Mal Pais, within a quiet residential neighborhood away from noise and dust. It is just a short 5-minute drive to Santa Teresa town and the main surfing spots in the area. Surrounded by nature, the villa offers truly breathtaking views, especially from the infinity pool, which is unforgettable during sunset.

The villa provides a blend of luxury and natural beauty, making it an ideal setting for a secluded and memorable vacation. It is located only 1.5 kilometers from the town center, perched on a private hilltop with panoramic views stretching along the Pacific coastline and across the jungle behind the house, offering a full 360-degree vista considered the best in Mal Pais.

The interior covers over 500 square feet and can comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. The design takes advantage of the cross breeze flowing through the valley to keep the house cool throughout the year. Natural stone floors extend from inside the villa to the outdoor patio and the centerpiece infinity pool.

The fully equipped kitchen includes all necessary appliances and utensils. The open-plan living area features a bar, dining space, and a spacious lounge with satellite TV and Wi-Fi. Additional amenities include a utility room and a safe for valuables.

There are six ocean-view bedrooms, each equipped with air conditioning, ceiling fans, a writing desk, and a private balcony. The master bedroom is spacious and airy, with a king-size bed, wooden floors, a chaise lounge, TV, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Its bathroom includes two walk-in showers, double sinks, a two-person Jacuzzi, and a walk-in closet.

Among the other bedrooms, three have king-size beds, while two rooms contain two single beds each. Upstairs, there is a second patio for sunbathing and an open rancho-style lounge with seating and hammocks, perfect for relaxing while watching the sunset or stargazing at night.

Outside, the patio and garden feature a six-person breakfast table, loungers, an infinity pool, and an enclosed garden with a swing for children. The property also offers parking space for up to four cars and has a private entrance.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire house and garden.

## Location

The villa is situated in a peaceful residential area in the hills of Mal Pais, just 1.5 kilometers from the center of Santa Teresa town and nearby popular surf spots.

## Amenities

- Infinity pool with ocean views  
- Fully equipped kitchen  
- Open-plan living area with bar, dining space, satellite TV, and Wi-Fi  
- Utility room and safe box  
- Six ocean-view bedrooms with air conditioning, ceiling fans, writing desks, and private balconies  
- Master bedroom with king-size bed, chaise lounge, TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and luxurious bathroom featuring two walk-in showers, double sinks, Jacuzzi, and walk-in closet  
- Three additional king-size bedrooms and two bedrooms with twin beds  
- Upstairs patio with rancho-style lounge, seating, and hammocks  
- Outdoor patio with six-person breakfast table and loungers  
- Enclosed garden with kids’ swing  
- Parking for up to four cars  
- Private entrance  

## Important Information for Visitors

Welcome to Santa Teresa, a unique surf town surrounded by jungle. This is not a city but a special place with some local quirks to keep in mind:

- **Power and Water:** Occasional power outages occur. When the electricity is off, water supply (which is pumped), Wi-Fi, and hot showers (electric) will be unavailable. Outages typically last from 10 minutes to 2 hours but can be longer during storms.  
- **Air Conditioning:** Please turn off air conditioning when not in use to conserve power and avoid outages.  
- **Security:** Always lock all doors and windows when leaving. Use the safe for valuables if available.  
- **Cooking Gas:** The villa uses propane tanks as Costa Rica has no gas pipelines. Tanks last a long time but may run out unexpectedly. Spare tanks are available, and assistance will be provided to replace them.  
- **Hot Water:** Hot water is powered by electricity, not gas.  
- **Food and Ants:** To prevent ants, store food inside the fridge or sealed containers. Ants do not appear immediately but will come if food is left out.  
- **Toilets:** Do not flush toilet paper as there is no drainage system in town. Use the bin provided next to the toilet.  
- **Local Wildlife:** Expect to see ants, geckos, lizards, spiders, mosquitoes, roaches, mice, bats, snakes, and possibly scorpions (which are not dangerous). These animals are part of the natural environment.  

## Final Note

You are in a remarkable place that is raw, authentic, and unforgettable. Embrace the experience, be respectful, and enjoy the natural beauty of the jungle. Pura vida!

Pat & Guli

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6BR luxury villa in Malpaís

Casa Moana | Ocean View Villa in Santa Teresa - Villas for Rent in Malpaís, Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Very nice place.  Great view.  Large space.  Many and large bathrooms.  Our stay was excellent.

Casa Moana has a privileged location that provides privacy. The house is fully equipped, and there's a large BBQ in the pool area, which is undoubtedly the best part of the property, with spectacular views of the ocean and its sunsets. Pat & Guli are always attentive to any need. We would go back!

Casa Moana tiene una ubicación privilegiada, que brinda privacidad, la casa completamente equipada, un gran bbq en el aérea de la piscina que sin duda es lo mejor de la propiedad, con vistas espectaculares del océano y sus atardeceres. Pat & Guli siempre atentos a cualquier necesidad, volveríamos!

This is the second time we have stayed here, and in three years, we haven't seen any improvements in maintenance. For example, the living room should have air conditioning, the beds were sinking (they weren't comfortable), and the pool was rough in some places—I don't know if the tiles had fallen off. In the end, we asked if we could stay until noon or later, since we didn't see any improvements. We made a reservation, and the local person who was supposed to assist us never responded to our calls or messages.

Es la segunda vez que nos hospedamos acá y en tres años no vimos mejoras en el mantenimiento por ejemplo la sala debería tener un aire acondicionado, las camas se hundía (no eran cómodas), la piscina en algunas partes raspaba no sé si era que se cayó el azulejo, al final preguntamos si nos podíamos quedar hasta medio día o más en vista de que no vimos Reserva y la persona local que nos atendió nunca respondió ni llamada ni mensaje.

A truly enjoyable experience from start to finish. The place was spotless, exactly as shown in the photos, and Pat & Guli were attentive and very friendly hosts. Communication was smooth, and they were always available to answer any questions. The space is comfortable, well equipped, and in a convenient location. Would definitely recommend and would love to go back.

Una experiencia realmente agradable de principio a fin. El lugar estaba impecable, tal como se muestra en las fotos, y Pat & Guli fueron anfitriones atentos y muy amables. La comunicación fue fluida y siempre estuvieron disponibles ante cualquier consulta. El espacio es cómodo, bien equipado y en una ubicación conveniente. Sin duda lo recomendaría y me encantaría volver.

The views and the infinity pool are the best part of the house. The house is very spacious and comfortable, with a very good layout for 12 people. Very efficient attention and service. We had an issue upon arrival, and it was resolved promptly. The house needs some touch-ups; you can tell it's old, for example, from the kitchen furniture, which is a bit shabby. Overall, the house met our expectations, but they should do a bit more maintenance.

Las vistas y la infinity pool son lo mejor de la casa. La casa es muy amplia y cómoda con una muy buena distribución para 12 personas. La atención y servicio muy eficientes. Tuvimos un inconveniente a la llegada y se resolvió ágilmente. La casa necesita algún retoque, se ve que es antigua por ejemplo en los muebles de la cocina que están un poco destartalados. En general la casa cumplió con nuestras expectativas, pero deberían hacer algo más de mantenimiento.

Lovely property and amazing views with infinity pool.

Beautiful place with a beautiful view and a super quiet atmosphere. Very well equipped and friendly hosts. Recommended!"

Bello lugar con una vista preciosa y ambiente súper tranquilo. Muy bien equipado y anfitriones amables. ¡Recomendado!”

The stay at this villa was simply fantastic! Check-in was super straightforward and we felt immediately welcome. The villa is clean, well maintained and luxuriously furnished – you can immediately see that a lot of emphasis is placed on quality here. We were particularly impressed by the stunning views and made the stay unforgettable. We were a group of 10 people and, thanks to the generous layout and amenities, always had enough space to relax or spend time together. The hosts were always available, helpful and very friendly – this gave us an all-round relaxed feeling. Check-out was also quick and hassle-free. Overall, a wonderful experience that we all enjoyed very much. We can fully recommend this villa and would come back anytime!

Der Aufenthalt in dieser Villa war einfach traumhaft! Der Check-in verlief super unkompliziert und wir fühlten uns sofort willkommen. Die Villa ist sauber, top gepflegt und luxuriös eingerichtet – man merkt sofort, dass hier viel Wert auf Qualität gelegt wird. Besonders die atemberaubende Aussicht hat uns begeistert und den Aufenthalt unvergesslich gemacht. Wir waren eine Gruppe von 10 Personen und hatten dank der großzügigen Aufteilung und Ausstattung jederzeit genug Platz, um uns zu entspannen oder gemeinsam Zeit zu verbringen. Die Hosts waren immer erreichbar, hilfsbereit und sehr freundlich – das hat uns ein rundum entspanntes Gefühl gegeben. Auch der Check-out war schnell und problemlos. Insgesamt ein wunderschönes Erlebnis, das wir alle sehr genossen haben. Wir können diese Villa uneingeschränkt weiterempfehlen und würden jederzeit wiederkommen!

An amazing place, a unique view and a house with perfect details and excellent location

Un lugar increíble, una vista única y una casa con detalles perfectos y excelente localidad

Great place, refrigerator still has issues. The road is kind of difficult for compact cars or sedans, also for 4x2 if it’s raining.

Beautiful view of the the ocean!  the house was very nice.  the only downside to our visit was the lack of support equipment.  The refrigerator did not work very well.  the oven was a challenge to operate.  That is, there were a couple burners that didn't work and the oven had no instructions on how to operate it.  The second sink in the kitchen did not drain.  Basically, the kitchen utinsils were very sparse.  The sink spikit by the hammocks was broken.  And lastly, there were remotes for TV's and AC's that the batteries were dead.  All of these things are minor.  However, I believe the beautiful house deserves these minor things so as not to take away from the overall experience.

The house is absolutely spectacular, the views are wonderful, I would say that the house needs a little maintenance in the green areas, the refrigerator below hardly cools and of the amenities offered, the gas grill was missing. However, none of this prevented us from having an excellent stay and also the communication with Max was very friendly at all times.

La casa es absolutamente espectacular, las vistas son maravillosas, diría que a la casa le falta un poco temas de mantenimiento en las zonas verdes, la Refri de abajo casi no enfría y de las amenidades ofrecidas hizo falta la parrilla de gas. Sin embargo nada de esto impidió que pasáramos una excelente estadía y que además la comunicación con Max fuese muy amable en todo momento.

Beautiful views, very nice quiet place. Thank you.

Bella vistas lugar tranquilo muy bello. Gracias.

Excellent location, the house is beautiful, the photos don't do it justice because the place is even more beautiful, the house is beautiful and the location is amazing. Good communication with the owners!

Excelente ubicación, la casa es preciosa, las fotos no le hacen justicia porque el lugar es inclusive más bello, la casa es preciosa y la ubicación es increíble. Muy buena comunicación con los propietarios!

What a dream home!!! We enjoyed staying with you with an amazing view worthy of a movie! Our contact was very helpful and kind! We recommend the place 100%. Thank you for making our vacation wonderful!!

Quel demeure de rêve !!! Nous avons pris plaisir à séjourner chez vous avec une vue incroyable digne d’un film ! Notre contact était très serviable et gentil ! Nous recommandons le lieux à 100% Merci de ne vous avoir fait passé des vacances merveilleuses !!

The home was just right! Amazing views, really much better than the photos, the whole place is perfect, too bad it needs maintenance on certain things, when we arrived the refrigerator was not working and that damaged food, in the downstairs facilities there is no air conditioning so really cooking there is quite uncomfortable because of the heat and the air conditioning of the downstairs rooms does not work well, we asked for help with that and although they told us that they were going to fix it, it never worked, otherwise it would be the perfect stay

La casa era perfecta! Vistas increíbles, realmente mucho mejor que las fotos, todo el lugar es perfecto, lástima que necesita mantenimiento en ciertas cosas, cuando llegamos la refrigeradora no funcionaba y eso dañó comida, en las instalaciones de abajo no hay aire acondicionado por lo que realmente cocinar ahí es bastante incómodo por el calor y el aire acondicionado de los cuartos de abajo no funciona bien, pedimos ayuda con eso y apesar de que nos comentaron que iban a solucionarlo nunca funcionó, sino fuese por eso sería la estadía perfecta

Excellent accommodation, the service and communication from start to finish was really good.

Excelente alojamiento, la atención y comunicación de principio a fin fue súper bien.

Great place! It was wonderful and our second time at the house! Everything was beautiful  and nice! Looking forward to come back soon!

Beautiful house with excellent ocean views.

This was our second stay at Casa Moana and it was even better than the first! It truly has a million dollar 180 view that is completely private. In our opinion, this is what the Airbnb experience is all about…. Having this absolutely amazing view and home all to yourself and not having to share it with 100’s of others as in resort style vacationing. The house has 6 bedrooms and is designed so that everyone has their own private entrance which makes it perfect for a small group or family or on the other hand, indulge in a relaxing hedonistic experience with your significant other. The road to the house is typical of all mountain roads in Costa Rica and therefore is nothing out of the norm for the region. Mati, was our friendly host and was very accommodating. We are longtime Aibnb’ers and this property is in our top 3 favs.

Most spectacular views and outdoor living space!

Was a great location and super private and beautiful backyard area where the pool is. Prime spot for sunset

This place far exceeds what the pictures show. The views are spectacular and the home provides a perfect vantage point from each of the 6 guest rooms. Our family spent several hours in the beautiful Infiniti pool. The hosts are responsive and accommodating for any inquires / requests. The path to the home is tricky terrain that any 4x4 can handle with ease, but so worth it. We can’t wait to go back to this home when we return to Mal Pais / Santa Teresa.

place looks as advertised, AC needs maintenance on downstairs room and house get quite hot on the Common areas downstairs and there is no AC in kitchen and living  areas which should be a must for house this big

Ceci, Max & Guli's villa was incredible! Everything was very organized and clean; the rooms were comfortable; the pool and views were amazing (especially during sunset). We were a group of 10 people and had more than enough room for everyone. One note: the villa is up in the hills, so you need a small SUV to get there because the access road isn't great. But once you make it to the villa, there's more than enough parking for everyone. Great location: 5-minute drive from Carmen and the beach; 10-minute drive from Santa Teresa. We really had a great time!

Place was more than beautiful! Loved every detail! He had one of the best family vacation ever 🌅🌅🔥🔥

Incredible location and view.  Very IG worthy!  The photos of the sunset from this property are insane! It's a massive house and each bedroom has it's own bathroom.  It was one of the highlights of our trip.

Breathtaking view! I would go back without hesitation!

Vue à couper le souffle! J’y retournerais sans hésitation!

I think everything was great, the service, response times, the host service and Mathias the great manager at all times, some things required maintenance and they had informed us before but I would not have altered our visit to the place, they have a luxurious view and the service was the best

Me parece que todo estuvo súper bien, la atención, los tiempos de respuesta, la atención de los anfitriones y de Mathias el administrador genial en todo momento, algunas cosas requerían mantenimiento y nos hubieran informado antes pero no hubiera alterado nuestra visita al lugar, tienen unas vistas de lujo y la atención fue lo mejor

We were delighted with this beautiful house and its view of the ocean. Everything was as described.

Nous avons été enchantés par cette magnifique maison et sa vue sur l’océan. Tout était conforme à la description.

The place was great, as good as I remembered it from the last time I visited a few years back. The host was spectacular and the location is perfect...... unbelievable views of the ocean and sunsets. My family and I had a great time and would highly recommend to anyone looking to visit. Look forward to going back again!

Simply fantastic. The place looks the same as the photos. Matias was very helpful and responded promptly. This is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation, the sea view is the icing on the cake.

Einfach fantastisch. Die Unterkunft sieht genauso aus wie die Fotos. Matias war sehr hilfsbereit und hat zeitnah geantwortet. Dies ist der perfekte Ort für einen erholsamen Urlaub, der Meerblick ist das Tüpfelchen auf dem Sahnehäubchen.

We had a great time at Casa Moana. The sea view is spectacular and every sunset a gift!! The house has very spacious areas and that allowed the family to enjoy at all times. The chef's recommendation from Martin was the best. Juanma and her assistant Tomás made us spend a magical night with delicious food and personalized attention making us feel at home. We thank the team of people who worked during our stay to keep the house clean, tidy and in perfect condition. In particular Martin, Damián, Neli (housekeeping) were always very kind, attentive and respectful. We recommend Casa Moana and hope to return on our next visit to Costa Rica.

Pasamos unos días maravillosos en Casa Moana. La vista al mar es espectacular y cada atardecer un regalo!! La casa tiene áreas muy espaciosas y eso permitió a la familia disfrutar en todo momento. La recomendación del chef que nos hizo Martín , fue lo mejor. Juanma y su asistente Tomás nos hicieron pasar una noche mágica con deliciosa comida y atención personalizada haciéndonos sentir como en casa. Agradecemos al equipo de personas que trabajaron durante nuestra estadía para mantener la casa limpia, ordenada y en perfecto estado. En especial Martín, Damián, Neli (housekeeping) siempre fueron muy amables, atentos y respetuoso. Recomendamos Casa Moana y esperamos volver en nuestra próxima visita a Costa Rica.

We all had a fantastic stay. The place is beautiful, comfortable and spacious. Would definitely recommend. Particularly loved the sunset views.

Wonderful place to stay for the week with friends. There was plenty of space and the pool was a game changer, especially with those views. Ceci, Max, and Guli were highly responsive and helpful. The only complaint is that the wifi was spotty at times but otherwise a dream!

First let me tell you that the view was very beautiful. The house is huge plenty of space for our entire family. House was clean and we had fresh fruit courtesy of the host.  One minor issue was the toilet in master en suite would not flush correctly.  They attempted to fix it but it didn’t last long. The big issue to us, and it might not be to others, was the lack of internet after the first full day of our stay.  A couple of my family members required internet for work during their stay.  They traveled into town to gain access to internet for work. It would also have made it easier for communicating with people back home, setting up excursions and planning the next leg of our 2 week vacation. Aside from that I would definitely stay here again if the internet issue gets resolved.

This house is amazing!  Sunsets were incredible from the pool overlooking the ocean.  The bedrooms are spacious with great AC.  Definitely need 4 wheel drive to get to the house.  Yaiza, the host was great at helping with recommendations and ATV rentals which I would highly recommend for getting around and having fun!

Very beautiful Villa, the view is amazing, the house has everything you need, the host was very welcoming and responded immediately to any questions we had. A great place to stay in Malpais

The pictures do not do this house justice. BEAUTIFUL view, we were all in awe once we entered the house and saw it. Wendy came in every other day to clean and change the towels which was a pleasant surprise, she is so sweet as well. Amazing stay, we didn’t want to leave. Definitely would stay here again!

By far the best property we have been to on Airbnb, spacious spaces inside the house, the quality of the rooms, the ocean view, the cleanliness and the natural environment made one of our best vacations.

Por lejos es la mejor propiedad en la que hemos estado en Airbnb, espacios amplios dentro de la casa, la calidad de las habitaciones, la vista al océano, la limpieza y el entorno natural hicieron una de nuestras mejores vacaciones.

Jon's place is a quiet, clean, spacious and simply beautiful. It is very near the Carmen center and close to all the lovely restaurants and bars of the area. But you can’t hear the noise of the streets in the house. The whole place made us feel at ease. Yäiza was very nice, easy to talk to and very friendly when he welcomed us. I would definitely come again!

amazing house with an amazing view, 4x4 car is required. 15 minutes ride to Santa Teresa.

Jon and Aiden’s place was amazing. 180 degree views of Mal Pais and Santa Teresa. Beautiful lush jungle all around. Would highly recommend anyone to enjoy this magical home.

Amazing house with an incredible view. Jon’s hospitality has been remarkable. I highly recommend the place. Thank you !

Casa Moana is just as you see in the pictures. Beautiful, very comfortable and has the best view of all! I felt in love with this house, waking up to the sound of the sea is unbelievable and so dreamy! The house is very secure, has all the equipment that you need and more, the pool is amazing, you definitely don't want to go. I recommend it a 100%.

Thank you so much Showayne! You are always welcomed to stay with us!

Magnificent house!!  The view is awesome!!  So relaxing!  Very comfortable and big house!

Thank you Olga!! You are always welcomed to stay!!

Great house, great location, incredible view!

Privacy, harmony with nature, the view is spectacular, the house is very well equipped, the rooms are divine

Privacidad armonía con la naturaleza la vista es espectacular la casa muy equipada los cuartos divinos

Muchas gracias Glendy!  Siempre Bienvenidos!

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