Serene, beautiful 2 BR/3BA open concept home with infinity pool bordering Manuel Antonio National Park. Last home on a quiet street in the community of Colina Monito. Frequented by wildlife as the house borders the National Park- it’s as though you’re staying in the park! Minutes away from shopping and local restaurants, yet private. Concierge service and maid service included along with many amenities. Short drive to the beach. Also NEW modern bathrooms and NEW path to the waterfall! The space Serene, beautiful 2500 square feet 2 BR/3BA home nestled just outside Manuel Antonio National Park in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. It is the last home on a quiet street in the private community of Colina Monito. It sits on a little more than an acre of land for true privacy. Yet, it's just minutes away from Manuel Antonio's great restaurants, attractions and beaches by taxi, bus or rental car. The abundant wildlife that visits is amazing - squirrel monkeys, white faced monkeys, Howler monkeys, toucans, macaws, sloths and many more. Since the house borders the National Park, it’s as though you’re staying in the park! The house has an open concept main floor which is open air and boasts a fully equipped kitchen with stainless appliances, granite counters and island with bar stools. The kitchen is open to the family and dining room which flow to the large lanai with a grill and infinity pool. There are beautiful views of the jungle with a small ocean view off of the two expansive balconies. The private infinity pool is perfect for lounging with a cocktail to watch the sunset after a full day ziplining, white water rafting, horseback riding or touring the National Park. The pool is surrounded by lush canopy of the rainforest and gardens below with a constant breeze. An outdoor bathroom with large rain shower head provides great views of the rain forest as you shower. A new rock-lined path to the waterfall on the property tops off a perfect Costa Rican getaway! There are 2 large air-conditioned bedrooms with beautiful high wood ceilings, one with a king bed downstairs and other with 1 king and 1 queen bed upstairs. Each bedroom has large en-suite baths with walk in rain shower and granite counters. There is a washer and dryer on the main level. The many amenities include: personal concierge services, daily maid service (except Sundays), toiletries and towels, barbecue grill on the lanai, high speed internet, and ample private parking. Our concierge is happy to arrange tours with pick ups at the house, a masseuse or private chef for the week or for just a few nights of your stay. It’s all up to you! If you prefer to dine out, taxis can be arranged. Manuel Antonio has endless affordable dining options for a wide variety of palates. * Open concept home * Open air in kitchen, family and dining rooms * Fully equiped kitchen * Stainless appliances * Granite countertops * Island with barstools * Kitchen open to family and dining rooms * Overlooks lanai with ample seating * Infinity pool * Barbecue grill * 2 large air conditioned bedrooms * En-suite bathrooms in each bedroom * Downstairs bedroom with king bed *Access to lanai from master bedroom * Upstairs bedroom with 1 king and 1 queen bed *Large balcony with seating off of upstairs bedroom * Bathrooms with granite counters, vessel sinks and walk in rain showers * Outdoor bathroom with rain shower- beautiful views of the rain forest as you shower * Washer and dryer on main level * Personal concierge * Daily maid service except Sundays * Toiletries and towels included * High speed internet * Ample private parking *Safe for storing valuables * Massage therapist for additional fee * Private chef for additional fee * concierge will arrange all your tour and dining reservation needs by request Guest access The whole house, pool, and waterfall path (during daylight), and the mix of flora and fauna surrounding the property.

## The Space

This serene and beautiful 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers 2,500 square feet of open-concept living space just outside Manuel Antonio National Park in Costa Rica. Located at the end of a quiet street within the private community of Colina Monito, the property sits on over an acre of land, providing true privacy while remaining only minutes from local restaurants, shops, and beaches accessible by taxi, bus, or rental car.

Bordering the National Park, the home is frequently visited by abundant wildlife including squirrel monkeys, white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, toucans, macaws, sloths, and more. Staying here feels like being immersed in the park itself.

The main floor features an open-air design with a fully equipped kitchen that includes stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an island with bar stools. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family and dining rooms, which open onto a large lanai with ample seating, a barbecue grill, and an infinity pool.

Two expansive balconies offer beautiful jungle views and a partial ocean vista. The private infinity pool is surrounded by lush rainforest canopy and gardens, providing a perfect spot to relax and watch the sunset after a day of ziplining, white-water rafting, horseback riding, or exploring the National Park.

An outdoor bathroom with a large rain shower head offers stunning rainforest views while you shower. A newly constructed rock-lined path leads to a waterfall on the property, completing this ideal Costa Rican retreat.

The home includes two spacious, air-conditioned bedrooms with high wooden ceilings. The downstairs bedroom has a king bed and direct access to the lanai. Upstairs, the bedroom features one king bed and one queen bed, along with a large balcony furnished for relaxation. Both bedrooms have large en-suite bathrooms with granite counters, vessel sinks, and walk-in rain showers.

A washer and dryer are conveniently located on the main level.

## Amenities

- Personal concierge services
- Daily maid service (except Sundays)
- Toiletries and towels provided
- Barbecue grill on the lanai
- High-speed internet
- Ample private parking
- Safe for valuables
- Massage therapist available for an additional fee
- Private chef services available for an additional fee
- Concierge assistance with tour and dining reservations

## Location

The home is situated just minutes from Manuel Antonio’s popular restaurants, attractions, and beaches. The private community of Colina Monito offers a peaceful setting while keeping you close to local conveniences. Taxis can be arranged for dining and excursions.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the entire house, the infinity pool, and the waterfall path during daylight hours. The property is surrounded by a diverse mix of flora and fauna, enhancing the natural experience.

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Costa Rica jungle home: remodeled/waterfall path! - Houses for Rent in Quepos, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Amazing property! Great peaceful and safe place for the family. Host was very helpful and answered to every message stat. The place can use a self check in and check out process. Other than that highly recommend it to anyone looking to stay in a clean and beautiful property. Thank you. Srinivas

This home is so romantic. Quality furniture, linens, and cookware made staying comfortable. Primary bedroom is large and elegant. The dark wood furniture makes it feel cozy. It was one of the most comfortable beds we’ve experienced while traveling actually. The grounds are lush, manicured, and private. We used the pool quite a bit. It’s the perfect size. A monkey troop of about 15-20 crossed the patio almost every morning usually between 6:30-8:00. The private waterfall was breathtaking. The housekeeper comes everyday if you like. She’s very sweet, and made us fresh juice from the star fruit tree outside. 10/10 would stay here again!!

Beautiful home. Very clean and cozy. The pool was great the monkeys were even better. There’s a family of monkeys that come through every morning eating their breakfast. The howler monkeys we were finally able to spot. Wai was incredibly nice and helpful. Loved this home.

What a fantastic place to stay!!! A short distance from Quepos/Manuel Antonio, and yet you feel like you're in a jungle paradise. The view over the Manuel Antonio National Park and the ocean is indescribable. Daily visits from monkeys and various birds can be observed from the infinity pool, terrace and balcony. You don't want to leave the house because it's just so beautiful there. Book it and see for yourself. You can't put it into words!

Was für eine traumhafte Unterkunft!!! In kurzer Entfernung zu Quepos/Manuel Antonio und trotzdem fühlt man sich wie im Dschungelparadies. Der Blick über den Manuel Antonio NP und das Meer ist unbeschreiblich. Täglicher Affenbesuch und verschiedene Vögel lassen sich aus dem Infinitypool, von Terrasse und Balkon beobachten. Man möchte das Haus nicht verlassen, weil es einfach so wunderschön da ist. Bucht es und seht selbst, man kann es nicht in Worte fassen!

Casa Serena exceeded our expectations in every way! The location is secluded and homey. It was clean, updated and my family felt right at home. The housekeeper had made fresh Star fruit juice in the fridge, from the tree out front which was so yummy. My three boys loved the infinity pool & meeting all the monkeys! We had howler monkeys wake us up most mornings lol. And a couple times a day a family of white face monkeys would come by and play in the trees, even jump up on the roof and visit the pool for a sip and dip!! It was a dream come true because we'd read reviews saying there were monkeys. There were lots of squirrel monkeys everywhere as well, so cute!! The birding was unbelievable, I heard over 18 different birds on my Merlin Bird App. And I saw Scarlet McCaws, a Fiery-billed Aracari and a Lessons motmot! The host, Wai, was exceptional!! He was available, friendly and helpful every step of the way. If you're visiting Costa Rica, do NOT miss this slice of paradise. Pura Vida✌🏼

This house was so perfect for our family trip to Costa Rica. My kids wanted to be at the house then go into town! We saw so many animals! The monkeys are so entertaining. Very clean, had everything we needed and more. We will miss listening to the thunder roll, as the monkeys played, the kids swam and we grilled!

This was one of our favorite AirBnB stays of all time. You just can’t beat the endless pool hanging over the national park with frequent visits from monkeys. We had both capuchin and squirrel monkeys visit during our stay, the capuchins made several appearances. Our kids could have spent the entire vacation in the pool. The staff were excellent Wai gave us everything we needed, had fresh juice from the front garden ready upon arrival, answered our questions, and arranged a great in home chef experience for us, and Gera really took care of us on cleaning services.

We enjoyed our stay at Srinivas's home in Manuel Antonio. It is nearly surrounded by forest, and we saw some wildlife from the deck, primarily in the morning. The staff we encountered were kind. We had a couple hiccups during our stay. One of the air conditioners was broken when we arrived. It was "fixed" within a couple of hours but didn't function optimally during our stay. Our interaction with the concierge was sparse, and there were times when he didn't respond to our text messages. However, Srinivas is a top notch Airbnb host. He was very quick to respond to our messages when we couldn't reach the concierge, and he offered several reasonable remedies when it initially seemed like the air conditioner was completely broken. He also followed-up after our stay.

We are sorry for the inconvenience that you all had to experience  when you arrived.  Within an hour of your arrival we were able to repair the AC so that it functioned as well as possible for the remainder of your stay and immediately after your check out we replaced the unit with a new one.  We appreciate your understanding as unexpected issues do arise but the team's response is most important.  As evidenced by our numerous reviews, we have a fantastic team to make your stay live up to expectations and pride ourselves on communicating effectively so will certainly take your feedback to heart.  Thanks for your stay!

This home was the highlight of our stay in Costa Rica. We saw more animals just sitting out by the pool than we did in the national park. The home was also spotless and comfortable and the housekeeper and concierge were both so friendly. Would highly recommend.

Loved our stay here and would gladly return! The concierge, Wai, was super helpful and kind. The tours he set up for us were perfect — zip lining with Canopy Safari, tubing H2O adventures, and Sukia night hike. Everyone was professional, fun, and we learned a lot! The house is big, comfortable, and the pool was a great size for our family of 4. There is a/c in the bedrooms and lots of places to hang out. Kitchen was well equipped and easy to use. The location feels remote but only a 5 min drive to the main road. You need a car and walking to anything is unlikely although it’s doable. If you rent a car, use one of the companies that have an office in MA. We wish we had done the airport shuttle and a local rental for ease. Enjoy!

Casa Serena was by far the nicest house I’ve ever stayed in.  Everything was immaculate, comfortable, and well stocked.  The backyard with pool was unbelievable - we spent all day out there one day because it was just so lovely.  We saw Titi monkeys, capuchin monkeys, Scarlett macaws, frogs, and more right from the pool.  Conveniently located within 10 minutes of the beach and Manuel Antonio park, and close to many great restaurants and shops.  Cannot recommend more highly!

Casa Serena is AMAZING!  The pictures were great but reality was even better.  We had visits from squirrel monkeys and white capuchin monkeys almost daily in addition to a variety of birds, exotic insects and a really cool frog!  Wai was an amazing concierge.

We had a magical stay at the Casa Serena. We saw more wildlife from our back porch than at the National Park. Howler monkeys leaped from branch to branch in the backyard; Two Toucans roosted in the top of the  tree beside the house; and squirrel monkeys played on the top porch one early morning. The staff is helpful and kept the pool, the grounds and the house clean and beautiful. You could  have your whole vacation just staying in—walking the private trail to the waterfall, swimming in the pool while watching monkeys and eating on one of the two outside tables identifying birds!

We had a great stay at Casa Serena!  Don’t think, just book.  We had daily visits from the wildlife including white face monkeys, squirrel monkeys, toucans, iguanas, and more.  We were one with nature - better than any ‘for hire tour’ around.  Highly recommend the chef service.

We loved our stay at Casa Serena. It was a truly memorable experience. The pool and outdoor area is beautifully set up with amazing views. We loved seeing and hearing the wildlife including toucans, monkeys and iguanas. Wai did a great job sorting everything out for us. Would thoroughly recommend.

If it’s available, stop looking and book this place. We had a magical week with monkeys, toucans, parakeets, and parrots visiting each day. The Merlin app was helpful. The location is really nice relative to the area, and the property is immaculate. Wai was a wonderful host and helped us plan many activities, all of which were wonderful. The house next door had a rowdy group with an outdoor speaker. This was unfortunate, but this wasn’t the fault of our property. Overall we had an amazing trip, and this property offered much more in terms of cleaning, laundry, and support than I ever expected from an AirBnb. Highly recommend!

This house and location is a dream, and very hard to leave! We highly recommend any amount of time at this beautiful jungle oasis. The hosts were incredibly kind, helpful and responsive throughout (and leading up to) the stay.

This home is absolutely stunning and exceeded all of our expectations. It’s beautifully appointed and very comfortable, and having a washer and dryer was a huge bonus, especially midway through our trip. We affectionately nicknamed it the “Red Monkey House” because on two different mornings we were greeted by white-faced capuchins and squirrel monkeys right outside. We also saw toucans and fiery-billed aracaris on the property, which made the experience feel truly special and immersive. Every morning we enjoyed coffee on the balcony, surrounded by rainforest treetops and wildlife sounds—it was incredibly peaceful. The pool was fantastic, and after spending the day exploring Manuel Antonio, it was the perfect place to relax and unwind. We also chose to add the private chef experience, and it was one of the highlights of our stay. The ceviche starter was honestly the best we had anywhere in Costa Rica.

We loved our stay here and wish we could have stayed longer. Wai was helpful from beginning to end and all of activities were great. It was nice to come home to the beautiful oasis that is Cade Serena. Pura Vida!

This was our second stay here. Like the first visit, everything was absolutely perfect. Wai was so helpful helping us with setting up our tours and arranging the chef. We were a group of 4 adults. I could have not left this house and my stay would have been a 10 out of 10. Relaxing in the pool and watching the monkeys in the trees was a great way to spend a day. We did have a chef and I would recommend it.

Book now!!!  We absolutely loved our stay at Casa Serena!  Everything about it was perfect, from the house itself, to the location (close to the town of Quepos and Manuel Antonio park),  to top notch housekeeping and concierge service (Wai) who helped us answer any and every question. I do recommend renting a car to get around as the area is quite hilly for walking, and I mean big hills.   The pool is absolutely gorgeous and we had monkeys visit us most days. Amazing place and wonderful trip. We spent a lot of time here just enjoying the home.

The house and location were beyond our expectations.  The 5-star service. Perfect place to admire the fauna and flora peacefully and fully enjoy the activities in the surroundings.

La maison et l’emplacement étaient au delà de nos attentes.  Le service 5 étoiles. Lieu parfait pour admirer la faune et la flore paisiblement et profiter pleinement des activités dans les environs.

Casa Serena was nothing less than fantastic. The bright colors in the decor really made it feel like a tropical paradise. We used the pool every day we were there and loved keeping an eye to the treetops for monkeys. We could hear the howler monkeys every morning but finding them in the trees was a bit more challenging. We used the chef services a few different days and the food was always amazing! On our second day we had multiple monkey visitors (both capuchins and squirrel monkeys). Wai was always very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. Gera the housekeeper was also wonderful and made us fresh star fruit juice from the yard! We will definitely be recommending this place to all of our friends and family! Thank you for making our first trip to Manuel Antonio so incredible!

This private home is an absolute gem and made our stay in Costa Rica all the more fantastic. Exactly as described in the listing, it’s tucked away in a private neighborhood at the top of a hilltop neighborhood in Manuel Antonio, right outside of Quepos. Beautiful location, gorgeous home and plenty of space. The place was spotless and Gera, the cleaning woman, came every day to do dishes, laundry, and clean the entire house from top to bottom. Not only did she clean meticulously daily, she refreshed towels, folded and hung our clothes, and was extremely pleasant to interact with. Wai was our concierge and did a fantastic job organizing any activity for us in the area. In the house, they have a binder with a plethora of amazing local recommendations along with a list of activities and their respective prices per person. Wai is a text away to help organize the activities for you. I would highly recommend a stay here, truly the best of both worlds between a hotel and a private home.

This house is highly recommended, starting with Wai who organizes everything for you, to the very great and lovely housekeeper. We spent relaxing days and saw more wildlife than in the national park.

Dieses Haus ist absolut zu empfehlen, angefangen von Wai der alles fuer dich organisiert, bis zu der ganz tollen und lieben Haushaelterin. Wir haben entspannde Tage verbracht und mehr Wildtiere gesehen als im Nationalpark.

In 10 years of Airbnb around the world, this is clearly one of the most beautiful. Everything was great: the place, the welcome, the team, the pool, the monkeys that come in the surrounding trees. A huge thank you from us and our 5 and 7 year olds

En 10 ans de Airbnb dans le monde entier celui ci est clairement un des plus beaux. Tout était formidable : le lieu, l’accueil, l’équipe, la piscine, les singes qui viennent dans les arbres alentours. Un immense merci de notre part et de celle de nos enfants de 5 et 7 ans

Beautiful house, the waterfall trail in the backyard is a really cool feature, the pool is so refreshing to spend the afternoon in. We didn’t see any monkeys but Wai did point out a toucan during our checkin. Love the outdoor shower and convenient to wash off after the beach before jumping in the pool. There is a house to the left but there are quite a lot of trees between and most the windows (and outdoor shower lol) face the national park! Feels like you’re in the park. Pay attention to the checkin instructions as the host’s instructions are clearer than plugging it into maps. Highly recommend the at-home masseuse!

The house is a literal dream, tastefully and authentically decorated and equipped with everything you need. From the pool and the terrace, you can enjoy the sounds and views of the jungle directly. From here, we have been able to observe macaws, toucans and capuchin monkeys. If you want, a housekeeper comes every day to prepare delicious juices and even do the laundry. Wei was always easy to reach and responded quickly at all times. The house is a wonderful starting point for activities, where you can recover very well. We can recommend it without compromise.

Das Haus ist ein buchstäblicher Traum, geschmackvoll und authentisch eingerichtet und  mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht. Vom Pool und der Terrasse aus kann man die Geräusche und den Blick auf den Dschungel direkt genießen. Wir haben von hier aus Aras, Tukane und Kapuzineräffchen beobachten können. Wenn man möchte, kommt täglich eine Haushälterin, die leckere Säfte zubereitet und sogar die Wäsche wäscht. Wei war immer gut erreichbar und hat jederzeit schnell reagiert. Das Haus ist ein wunderbarer Ausgangspunkt für Unternehmungen, in dem man sich sehr gut erholt. Wir können es ohne Abstriche weiterempfehlen.

To say this home matched its description is a huge understatement  It was beyond amazing!  It couldn’t have been more gorgeous and peaceful. The grounds were beautiful and the home felt just like that  “ your home “ in a serene setting with daily visitors from monkeys, birds and more. This was by far our favorite family vacation. the host and the team were so friendly and helpful with any questions we had. Book this place now It will be your favorite too !

If you're looking at the pictures and thinking this place looks too good to be true, it's better! We woke up to howler monkeys and toucans in a wild view of the jungle. We loved bird watching from the top balcony (bring binoculars like we did!). We saw toucans, aracaris, parakeets, etc. The hike to the waterfall was short and sweet - well-maintained trail! Attention to detail is amazing: umbrellas, shoe storage, & decorated beautifully. The house was very clean and kept immaculate by daily maid service - took extraordinary care of everything- including dishes & laundry. Susan was so kind and helpful! The gardens are landscaped beautifully and the back deck is lush with plants. My kids loved the pool and were in it every day. The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms were lux. The outdoor shower was everyone's favorite; it felt like you were in the rain forest. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with us!! This is a location and property we will definitely return to!

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was pristine. The cleaning lady was super nice, amicable, and did our laundry during the stay. The concierge was super responsive and addressed our concerns within minutes; he also created an itinerary for us by booking the excursions and transportation that we requested. The service and views in the place is 10/10!

Stunningly beautiful house for an incredibly relaxing stay with my family of five. Gera, the housekeeper, kindly did our laundry and folded it all for us! That was such a treat after a week of traveling. She was so sweet and also made starfruit juice from the tree outside. Wai helped arrange everything - our tour to Manual Antonio and surfing lessons, including transportation. He was so responsive and kind. We took the hike to the waterfall - it’s like your own mini LaFortuna waterfall right in your backyard!! The trail is so well done - it must have been SO much work to create! We saw TONS of wildlife right there especially in the morning - white-faced monkeys, toucans, macaw, even a poison dart frog down on the tree! We were thrilled with the entire stay! Thank you Srinivas, Wai, Gera, and everyone for your incredible hospitality and kindness. If this is open, BOOK IT! You will not regret it!

If Casa Serena is available BOOK IT now!!! The most wonderful, magical place I have ever stayed! The house and property are perfect with amazing views, wildlife, plants, waterfalls, comfy beds, beautiful pool, and more. Wai, the concierge, helped me from the moment I booked until the moment we left. He always responded quickly and helped me plan our itinerary, from activities, private chef our first night (did not want to worry about food after a long travel day), transportation, beach and restaurant recommendations. He was invaluable and can't brag on him enough! Gera the housekeeper is one of the sweetest people I have ever met. She kept the place spotless including laundry, dishes and the best starfruit juice made from a tree right on the property! I know it can't be guaranteed but we did have a troop of Capuchin monkeys come and eat and play in the trees surrounding the veranda on our first morning. We loved Costa Rica and Casa Serena! Pura Vida!!!

This place was amazing for my family of 5!  Would stay here again!

This place is truly special. I don’t think I’ve ever stayed at an Airbnb that was exactly like the photos. It was one of the cleanest places I’ve ever stayed. Yes, there are bugs, but they are a result of being IN THE JUNGLE, not from cleanliness. Your main communication is with the concierge, Wai who is exceptionally responsive. The host was very responsive with initial questions when trying to decide to book. The home is beautiful and spacious. We stayed as a family of 4 with 2 kids (11 and 7yo). The pool is perfect and the outdoor space is truly special. Even when raining it was able to be enjoyed. It does get hot inside, especially since there is only AC in bedrooms. However, the bedroom AC are incredible and we always slept comfortable, and in the evenings with doors/windows open it was comfortable. It is not very walkable, but Wai was able to get us taxis very quickly. I would stay again!

House is in tip top shape! Everything worked well and had no issues. Concierge was very responsive to request and housekeeper did a great job. Animals were elusive this trip but we still enjoyed our stay. Would definitely stay here again!

Absolutely amazing house, with the perfect location emerged in nature! Everything about this house was amazing, we especially appreciated all of the artwork, and hand-picked details (books, decor, etc) that really make the place feel like home. The pool was beautiful, and we really enjoyed the waterfall trail! What a gem in the heart of one of the most amazing areas in all of Costa Rica. Also, the beds were super comfy and the house had absolutely everything we needed. Wai greeted us upon our arrival, and he was super nice and helpful for tips of the area. The housekeeper was so sweet, she kept the place nice and tidy and she folded my laundry and made us extra starfruit juice, which was amazing! It was the trip of a lifetime, thank you very much!

This house was a great location. Once we arrived, we had Squirrel monkeys all over the place to welcome us.   We saw a ton of wildlife like Monkeys,  Tucan's and Macaws.  The pool was great to relax in and the outdoor shower really adds to the vibe.  There is a market a short drive away to get your groceries as well. We would stay here again if we ever go back to Manuel Antonio!

Wonderful house. More beautiful in person. Kind and helpful staff- Wai the concierge and Gerardina the housekeeper (unreal). Quiet location but close to amenities. Amazing stay.

A short stay in paradise. We only stayed 3 nights in this beautiful house surrounded by the jungle and wildlife. Had everything we wanted ! the views were amazing! the infiniti pool was perfect to unwind after a long day. plenty towels provided. there was a laundry room. I would book this place again in a heartbeat! we were sad to leave!

Vasu, my family is so grateful to you for sharing your home with us! I agree with what has already been said about how stunning this house is and how amazing the encounters with wildlife are. So I will just add that you rarely find an Airbnb host that goes to such lengths to ensure the guests are so well taken care. From proactive communication, to the stunning detail in the home (we loved all of the local art, the color, the comfortable furniture and quality towels/rugs/beds) to the amenities like the outdoor shower and fully stocked appliances.  And of course, Wai and Gera!!  Wai made the stressful part of traveling a breeze. While Gera might be one of the most kind and hardworking women I’ve met. You can’t go wrong with the excursions that they recommend, but I will say I am very grateful that we went with the private chef for a full day. The food was unbeatable and allowed us to fully enjoy a day at this beautiful home—a waterfall, pool and nature! Pura Vida!

We had a fantastic stay! The place was beautiful and peaceful. Geraldine was so friendly and did a fantastic job cleaning and the pitchers of fresh star fruit juice were so appreciated! Wai made check in easy and was available for anything from bookings to reservations to general questions.  If wildlife is your thing this place is for you. It overlooks the rainforest and we had plenty of sightings. Howler monkeys, white faced capuchin monkeys, Iguanas, Toucans, parrots and scarlet Macaws along with many other birds.  Would love to have had binoculars to see wildlife a little further out.  We were lucky enough to have the monkeys come visit the pool to cool off.  Wai arranged in home massages for us, they were wonderful.  We also partook in the private Chef, food was delicious.  The main living space gets toasty during the day, only bedrooms have AC, but nothing a dip in the pool didn’t fix and loved that the outdoor areas had fans and lots of shade. If you are considering, book it!

Beautiful location and home. Drive up may be tricky, but once you're used to it it's fine and everything is very accessible!

This house was amazing for privacy and amazing monkey encounters!! My friend and I were so excited every day when they came around to visit us and literally picked fruit off trees right next to outdoor shower!! We saw fiery billed aracaris flooding the trees one day right near pool, so exciting!! One night a toucan right up in tree in front of house calling and getting responses from another we didn’t see for a while. If you love wildlife and privacy this is your place. And, Yes the fruit juice from lovely lady Gerald and loving smile was a huge plus. She’s available to do your laundry and clean any time you need. Wai was so helpful and always available for any questions or needs the whole time. I suggest taking Ubers/cabs while you’re there- tricky roads, especially at night and everything close by so cabs not expensive. At Manuel Antonio beach- you do get bombarded with people selling things,and offering massages so if you don’t want that go more to left, in front of hotels.

Casa Serena is incredible. It backs up to the National Park, so we saw monkeys and birds from the back patio and pool area daily. The house is spacious and colorful. The bathrooms are big and lovely. The outdoor bathroom and shower was a plus. The waterfall just a short hike behind the home was a treat. While Manuel Antonio isn't super walkable due to narrow, winding roads, Casa Serena is a short distance to all the action. While it visually feels private from the back porch, it has neighboring properties. Unfortunately, we had a rowdy group next door that played loud music morning and night, but that wasn't the fault of the owner or anyone at Casa Serena. Aside from that, though, the back of the home gives the illusion of solitude and is as beautiful as you see in the photos.  Wai, the concierge, was very helpful and even ordered pizza delivery for us from a local pizzeria. The housekeeper made fresh juice from the tree out front. This is a great home and we'd 100% stay again!

Words cannot describe the beauty of Casa Serena. With windows on three sides of the home, you will feel like you’re in the rainforest. Other reviews aptly describe this delightful place, but I will emphasize two points: first, Casa Serena has the best equipped kitchen of any I have experienced at an AirBNB. If you have any interest in cooking for yourself during your stay, everything you need—can openers, blender, knives, and a nice variety of pots and pans—is here. Second, the staff at Casa Serena is wonderful. I was surprised to find that Geraldina had washed and folded the clothes I left in the washer while we were out. She is sweet and accommodating. Wai as the concierge is responsive and very helpful. This was the perfect place to stay with small kids. The private pool right off the kitchen was perfect for them and the washer and dryer allowed me to clean up after my toddler. This was the best stay we have had at an AirBNB and we would be thrilled to return.

You pretty much just have to look up all the synonyms for awesome. This place knocked it out of the park on everything from views to wildlife to comfortable areas to relax, to luxurious touches like fresh starfruit juice and a private waterfall hiking path. This was a highlight of our vacation and I think we’ll be talking about it for years to come. Thank you to Vasu, Wai, and Geraldina for the great stay. Pura Vida!

Overall great experience. Truly unique home with a well stocked kitchen and close to great restaurants and MA park. Loved spending time in the pool and the fresh flowers welcoming us. And the rainforest view was magnificent. In terms of minor feedback, the curtains were extremely difficult to draw. Some bathrooms did not get consistent warm water. Stove was not in the best condition but operational.

Where to start…repeating what all the good reviews already said, but Casa Serena is great and we loved our stay! We are a family of five with three children age 6 and under and this was perfect for our needs. We love staying in local houses because it certainly feels more adventurous than staying at a resort. This house gave us that sense of adventure while also adding extra luxuries such as a concierge service and daily housekeeping, including laundry. Comfortable beds. Clean patio and pool. Everything inside was very clean. We prefer to stay “off the beaten path” and found the location to be private, safe and within a 10 minutes drive of anything we wanted to do in the Manuel Antonio area (we had a rental car). With that being said, we only did one “touristy thing” nearby which was the wildlife tour in the park because our 6 year old loves that kind of thing. Other days we went to local beaches within an hour (loved Matapalo!), etc. Last but not least, we love you Gera!!!!! :)

We had a great time. The house was great clean and the view spectacular. We had monkeys on our pool deck. We will come back

It’s a beautiful home - we’ve stayed in various airbnbs around Costa Rica and this one was the best. We watched birds and monkeys from the pool; the house is very spacious and has everything you need.

This was our first trip to Costa Rica, it will not be our last. Casa Serena was absolutely beautiful. It was exactly as described. The pool was wonderful, it backs up to Manuel Antonio Park. The abundance of wildlife is amazing! We were able to see white-faced monkeys and howler monkeys from the patio. Geraldina, the housekeeper is a blessing. Not only was she a wonderful housekeeper, she made fresh juice for us, which was delicious. Wai, was a great help booking anything that we needed. I can not stress enough, this is a great place to stay! The people that we encountered could not have been nicer or more welcoming. We loved it!! On a side note, book the private chef, he is great!!

Casa Serena is a tropical paradise!  My family of four loved every minute of our stay from the beautiful pool views to the activities Wai booked for us (highly recommend the catamaran and tv tours).  Gera was so welcoming with her personal touches of a swan on the bed or fresh fruit juice.  There’s a delicious restaurant and market within walking distance but be prepared for going up/down hills (like most places in Costa Rica).  My favorite part was drinking coffee on the porch in the morning and watching all of the birds, monkeys and butterflies.  Highly recommend !

Charles, Thank you so much for the private feedback. Our goal is always a 5 star review which means you had a 5 star stay. We do always appreciate feedback in real time to our concierge or myself however just so we can address any issues while you’re actually at the house (if able). Just as an update: -we replaced the hairdryer that was not functioning in the main bathroom -we did a hard reset on the TV to make sure that the screen had no issues and it is working fine now -the AC was starting to freeze up making the noise so we have had it checked out and are addressing the issue so it is not a bother to future guests. Thanks again for your stay! Safe travels

We had an absolutely amazing time at this property for my dad's 70th birthday. It was private and secluded but just a short drive to Marina Pez Vela and activities such as zip lining and horseback riding.  We saw toucans and monkeys in the backyard. Susan and the housekeeper Geraldina  were so great to deal with. This is a really special property and I totally can recommend it. 5 stars.

Casa Serena was a fantastic getaway for us, and we really enjoyed our stay at the house. The house was so very comfortable, clean, and the views / outdoor space was AMAZING. The pool was clean, and great to swim in, host was friendly with recommendations that saved us so much trouble, and housekeeper was incredibly friendly and kept things so nice and tidy for us. We would definitely come back, and highly recommend the house and host.

Very clean, beautiful location, would love to come again.

Beautiful house, located by the Manuel Antonio Park. This house is an amazing place. The infinity pool directly overlooks the park. You have a tour of animals, monkeys it's magical . the house is beautifully decorated It has everything you need. The rooms are huge. This is the perfect house for a family holiday

Magnifique maison, située au bord du parc Manuel Antonio. Cette maison est un lieu incroyable .La piscine à débordement donne directement sur le parc. Vous avez la visite des animaux, des petits singes c’est magique . la maison est magnifiquement décoré.e. Elle a tout ce dont on a besoin. Les pièces sont immenses. C’est la maison idéale pour des vacances en famille

When we booked Vasu’s place, we were excited to see it in person, and it didn’t disappoint! The house was stunning, bordering the Manuel Antonio Rainforest with a path leading to waterfalls. My family loved it. Wai Castro, the concierge, and Geraldina, the housekeeper, were simply marvelous! Their smiles brightened the surroundings, and their helpful tips and daily upkeep of Vasu’s place were greatly appreciated. Vasu also recommended Paddle 9 for the Waterfall Adventure, and the guides—Rasta, DK, Mambo, Elion, and Gummi—were a highlight of our trip. We highly recommend Vasu’s place, and we’re sure you will too after your stay!

We cannot say enough good things about our stay at Casa Serena. The location is absolutely stunning. The amenities were fantastic. We could just hang out as a family and never tired of our surroundings. Wai, the concierge, was a pleasure to work with. Gera, the cleaning person was spectacular. Vasu’s home was the best place we’ve ever stayed. We are already making plans to visit again. Thank you!!!

Hard to explain how beautiful this place really is!! We had our own waterfall to hike down to! The pool was amazing! Wai help me through a couple issues but was responsive very quickly, the juice that was made by the house keeper from fruit on the property was excellent! Wai even had a fresh bouquet of flowers waiting for us!!! I can’t say enough about this house, stay here and I promise you won’t regret it!

What can I say that everyone else hasn’t?!?… the house is beautiful surrounded by even more beauty.  Wai and Geraldina were amazing at their jobs and even better human beings. We had a wonderful week! Excited to visit again!

We had a wonderful stay. Monkeys came Right down near the pool are on the final night. There is mini market, Mountaintop park, and a great Mexican themed Soda all walking distance. It’s a climb back up that hill, but we enjoyed the walk and having things to do right there near the house. We would definitely go again and have already mentioned it to friends who want to do CR.

This place was like spending a week in heaven. Every detail was taken care of.  Solid 11/10 experience. We saw wildlife like monkeys and toucans (usually in the mornings).  The housekeeper Gera was an absolute gem!  She kept the house clean, our laundry done, and even made us fresh squeezed star fruit juice from the tree out front daily. The pool was sparkling clean. Wai made all of the arrangements we requested.  For real, best experience ever. We will definitely be back.

We loved our stay and this home.  Highlight was the monkeys visiting in the afternoon, beautiful pool and view and the chef making us dinner one of the nights.  Definitely recommend!

Amazing place to stay with our family of five.  We loved Manuel Antonio and the surrounding area, but were also incredibly happy relaxing and staying in at the beautiful Casa Serena.  The host was very easy to work with and helped us out in several ways during our stay.  Also, don’t miss the neighborhood restaurant Feliz Cerdo!

This place is beautiful! It also had so much wildlife. From the porch, we saw Howler, Squirrel, and Capuchin monkeys. We also saw Agouti, a sloth, hummingbirds, numerous Toucan, and several other birds. The pool was perfect for our kids and the waterfall was an added bonus. The housekeeper made us wonderful juice from the tree in the yard.  We definitely recommend this hidden gem of a casa!

This place was absolutely beautiful. The housekeeper made us a fresh juice from the fruit tree outside and the host recommended a chef who made us a delicious dinner our first night at the house.

This was our second trip to Costa Rica staying in my daughters’ favorite “Red House” both times. The views are spectacular!!!! Wai and Gera are AMAZING and so helpful. By far the least stressful trip I have ever taken with my children. 100% will return again. PS. The locals are kind and helpful! What a wonderful country!!!

Ditto to what everyone else is raving about. We did not see the wildlife around the house that others have, though the howler monkeys did wake us up in the mornings, and we saw them on the property next-door. The Porterweed plants are covered in butterflies every day when the sun is out. The bed rooms were plenty cool overnight as they are air conditioned. The house is very spacious and every amenity needed is taken care of. A very well stocked kitchen, and the bath towels are large and plush. We preferred not to have the housekeeper every day, but every other day, although we still tipped her as if she had come every day so she didn’t miss out on the income.  And yes, the homemade starfruit juice was delicious!

Casa Serena was a true paradise! Vasu was extremely responsive and connected us with our concierge, Wai, who was very helpful. The house feels like you have your own private jungle sanctuary. We saw more wildlife at the house than we saw on paid wildlife tours. We saw capuchin, howler, and squirrel monkeys, as well as toucans and macaws. We spent hours swimming and watching the wildlife from the patio. We also enjoyed our own private waterfall hike that they just finished. The housekeeper, Gera, is the sweetest person does an amazing job keeping the house immaculate. This house was hands down the best place we have ever stayed. It was such a blessing for our family!

Incredible accommodations and amazing view of the forest with the ocean in the distance. Easy to get to the national forest and beaches.  Seeing monkeys and mccaws  a few mornings right off the back patio was a highlight.  Plenty of food options to choose from a short drive away. The property is not within walking distance to restaurants or the beach but we didn't mind the short drive to be able to stay in such a beautiful place.  It is adjacent to other nice houses but you do have to drive through a local residential area to get to it. We found everyone to be very friendly and accommodating to our limited understanding of the Spanish language. Would definitely stay there again.

This was an absolutely beautiful home. The pictures and description could never do it justice. The house was immaculate, with every detail considered. The location is amazing. For those that don’t mind a hike, the backyard leads to a beautiful waterfall. The host and his property manager were helpful and prompt in their communication. It is easy to give this property my highest recommendation. It is truly paradise.

This place is even better than pictured! It’s close to everything from restaurants to excursions, grocery store and a great little farmers market. The view is incredible and you feel so immersed in the jungle! We weren’t lucky enough to have any monkeys visit but we had plenty of little critters/bugs that kept us company lol. With that being said, if you are someone who is scared or bothered by bugs please do not torture yourself and do not stay anywhere near the jungle. There will be bugs no matter what in this environment, to us it was no bother because the place and location was exactly what we were looking for so it was worth it!The beds are SO comfortable and the bathrooms are HUGE and newly renovated. The housekeeper was the absolute sweetest. She did our laundry and made us fresh juice, it was so nice coming home to a neat and orderly place after a long day. Really can’t recommend this place enough!

Amazing location and stay! We stayed for three nights and loved the house so much. The rooms and bathrooms are huge, the kitchen has  everything you could need to cook, and the pool and deck were amazing. Wai was so helpful getting a rental car and answering all our questions. Gera was so sweet when she came to clean and loved our boys. The late afternoons sitting out by the pool can’t be beat. We saw capuchins, squirrel monkeys, toucans, aracaris, and so much wildlife. Best Airbnb house we have ever stayed in!

Casa Serena was absolute Paradise!!  Wai was amazing with recommendations & booking excursions, transportation. Wildlife galore..we saw monkeys, toucans, macaws!!  So serene!! I would highly recommend Casa Serena!!  And we loved the housekeeper, Geradina!!  She made us delicious star fruit juice right from the tree in the front yard!!!  Everything was perfection!!

Wow!  Book it!  We are so glad we did.  It was hard to leave the home to go out adventuring when everything was right there.  We loved lounging in the pool and watching all the wildlife.  So many birds, monkeys and other animals too.  It’s truly magnificent.  Wai was kind and helpful and the housekeeper Geraldina was such a doll.  She fixed us delicious star fruit juice from trees out front to enjoy during our stay.  It’s only a 5 minute drive to the beach and less than 10 to Manuel Antonio park.  Book your tickets ahead of time and get a guide.  Worth every bit.  We hated to leave and can’t wait to return!  What a gem!

This was the most incredible luxury AIRBNB we stayed at. We traveled with 2 children and 2 adult couples. Checkin was seamless—we were met at the property upon arrival. There is a binder at the property that gives you the ins and out of Quepos and everything to do nearby. Extremely close to national park and MA beach. Gerardine the housekeeper was so amazing and squeezed fresh fruit from the trees each day. Even when we had a small issue overnight she came at 8pm within 15 minutes of us calling. Wish we could have taken her back to the US :) Monkeys, macaws and iguanas the poolside and backyard facing the national park. More than we could ever ask for! 1st time in Costa Rica as a family and not our last!

Fantastic House for a stay at Manuel Antonio

Nice concierge service and daily cleaning set this house rental apart. The location basically in the wilderness was amazing and each morning we woke up to the sound of the monkeys and birds. Host and Wai were very responsive. The house had everything we needed including fresh linens and nice towels. The pool was nice to dip in, very clean and well maintained. We would return and rent this house again.

The concierge, Wai, reached out early and was fantastic in helping to piece together an amazing (and flawless) itinerary. Kukula, the Chef, was very friendly and made fantastic meals for my family. Hera kept the house very clean and it was very nice to return to a “reset” house. The views/pool experience is like a paradise. We tried two of the recommended excursions (“Campesinos” and “Canopy Zipline”) and they were both fantastic.  Wai and the entire team are so friendly and make the experience special and warm. Very grateful for our experience at Casa Serena and could not recommend it enough!

The house is fantastic!! The pool is beautiful  and the location is very private! Wai was great! Always available to help book excursions! Everything in the house exceeded our expectations!! Local restaurants had wonderful food. Wish we could have stayed another week or two!!

We loved staying here!!!! It was so relaxing and private. The deck, patios and pool weee amazing! The house was well cared for and the housekeeper was so wonderful and a treat. She made us juice from the star fruit tree in the yard and was accommodating and went above and beyond. Our host was easily accessible and answered all our questions. Even though all the roads were paved we were thankful to have a 4 wheel drive car because of all the hills in Manuel Antonio. The wildlife in the preserve behind the house didn’t disappoint. Thank you for having us and we would love to return again.

This was a wonderful vacation and we just loved Vasu's property. It was two couples and we had enough privacy to be comfortable. Vasu put us in touch with Wai, a concierge that was absolutely fantastic. We didn't speak Spanish but with Wai's assistance in setting up adventures, taxis and reservations, we were always in great hands. We loved the Manuel Antonio area and were visited by monkeys several times during our visit. We couldn't get over how exciting it was when they showed up and put on a show for us. We would HIGHLY RECCOMEND this rental.

Vasu’s place was absolutely beautiful. We were right in the jungle and there was so much wildlife every day such as toucans and spider monkeys.

Really one of the best properties and staff I’ve encountered. Could not  recommend this house and Vasu et al any higher.

This was a sensational place. My family loved the quiet and beautiful surroundings. We actually spent most of a day on the deck watching animals and we were all content. Wai, the house manager and concierge, is fantastic! He is friendly, very responsive, knows all about the area and helped us books tours and many other things. So great!

This is the best airbnb I've ever stayed at. Sitting in the pool watching all the monkeys go by every day between 3-5pm was the highlight of our trip. I was really surprised how little bugs there were considering we were right in the jungle.

This home is just perfection. Very well designed and beautifully appointed. It felt as if we were staying in someone's well-love home, not merely a rental. Woke up to Howler monkeys who had a made a home of the tree on the property. Saw countless butterflies, birdlife all around us. Just magical. And Wai! Cannot say enough about Wai. He was so helpful with prompt and helpful replies to each of our questions, and he patiently worked with us when we changed our plans midstream. He made us feel welcome from the moment we contacted him, through his greeting at the home, to the morning we departed. A first class home with a first class team running things. And when you stay, make a point of walking down to Cerdo Feliz for a lovely meal the best Pina Colada we had during our stay in Costa Rica. Thank you Wai, thanks Vasu!

We can not say enough good things. Our entire experience was top notch. We loved the dining area outside. Never had a better shower than the outdoor jungle shower. Wai was exceptional. Gera was so helpful and kind. Chef kukula made our stay amazing. Would recommend this Airbnb to anyone.

Place was amazing, clean, and abundant with wildlife. The housekeeper was the sweetest and the host was very responsive!

Casa Serena is absolute perfection!  Not only is it beautifully decorated, but it is also very comfortable and furnished with everything you could possibly need.  The location is private and peaceful yet only a short ride to area attractions and restaurants.  While we were there, we saw and heard monkeys (on the patio!), toucans, scarlet macaws, parrots, lizards, and butterflies.  The pool provided some great downtime in between our many activities.  Gera, the sweet housekeeper, comes daily to clean up and do any laundry you'd like her to do, which was a huge help!  Susan, the concierge, was very helpful by providing quick and detailed responses to my questions as well as booking tours for us. Vasu was also very helpful when I had questions. We have been blessed to have been able to stay in many wonderful rental homes before, but this by far was our favorite!   Casa Serena was an amazing home away from home. Thank you for sharing it with us!  If you need a sign to book it, here it is!

Wow. This house was breathtakingly beautiful. Even more amazing in person. We appreciated every detail down to the soaps and shampoos, laundry facilities, comfortable beds, beach towels and every kitchen appliance you could want. Vasu was wonderful to work with from the beginning, as were Wai and Susan. Wai arranged wonderful tours for us- all went off seamlessly. Gera, the housekeeper, was an added bonus.  She was incredibly sweet and made us fresh juice and did our laundry every day. We felt so spoiled. We spotted toucans, monkeys, hummingbirds and butterflies from the patio. I only wish we had more time to spend here. We had so many activities planned. I wish I had allowed more down time to just lounge at the house because that was a treat in itself. Great location too for easy access to the national park, many restaurants and shops and the beaches. Loved every minute of our vacation!

Casa Serena is a beautiful, quiet, and comfortable home and we would feel so privileged to stay here again. It is even better than the photos and you will be treated to some of the most amazing views of wildlife (monkeys, toucans, etc) right outside your door. I’d give it more than 5 stars if I could!

The property was stunning!  The house was immaculate and the views were amazing.  Staff was very helpful and accommodating.  We truly enjoyed our stay!!

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