Located in the private gated community of Costa Esterillos Estates. This property is a 10 min drive from the beautiful uncrowded expansive beaches. The house is nestled in primary rainforest jungle.. you can enjoy your morning coffee poolside overlooking the dramatic mountain Jungle views, while listening to the scarlet macaws, toucans, and visiting monkeys .There is 10 min drive to many restaurants, mini supermarkets, and many beachfront activities .

## Location

This property is situated within the private gated community of Costa Esterillos Estates. It is just a 10-minute drive from beautiful, uncrowded, and expansive beaches.

## The Space

The house is nestled in a primary rainforest jungle, offering a serene environment. You can enjoy your morning coffee by the pool while taking in dramatic mountain and jungle views. The natural surroundings include the sounds of scarlet macaws, toucans, and visiting monkeys.

## Nearby Amenities

Within a 10-minute drive, you will find a variety of restaurants, mini supermarkets, and numerous beachfront activities.

This property is a 10 min drive from the beautiful uncrowded expansive beaches....

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3BR villa in Playa Esterillos Oeste

Stunning  3 bedroom villa with jungle views - Villas for Rent in Playa Esterillos Oeste, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Thank you so much for letting us stay in your big, great house. It was great.

Vielen Dank, dass wir in deinem grossen tollen Haus übernachten durften. Es war toll.

The house is beautiful, the location is optimal. We had a magical time in Esterillos, which is wonderfully quiet in July but has everything you need (shops, restaurants and beautiful beaches). It is also within easy reach of activities and more touristy places. The house offers a wonderful retreat in nature. We regularly received visits from iguanas, a curious, absolutely harmless coati, and there were sometimes toucans on a large tree behind the house, and when it rained, a poison dart frog would hop around. The house is simply wonderful. The communication with Derek and the local management was optimal. You can also organize everything through them, from car rentals to excursions. It couldn't be easier. We can only recommend a stay. Two weeks were too short for us. Next time, we will plan more time. Thank you very much for everything!

Das Haus ist wunderschön,die Lage optimal,wir hatten eine magische Zeit in Esterillos,welches im Juli wunderbar ruhig ist,aber alles hat ,was man braucht (Einkaufsmöglichkeiten,Restaurants und wunderschöne Strände).Es liegt auch gut erreichbar für Aktivitäten und touristischeren Orten.Das Haus bietet einen wunderschönen Rückzugsort in der Natur,wir bekamen regelmässig Besuch von Leguanen,einem neugierigen,absolut harmlosen Nasenbären,es hatte manchmal Tukane auf einem grossen Baum hinter dem Haus und wenn es mal regnete,hüpfte schon mal ein Giftpeilfröschchen herum.Das Haus ist einfach herrlich.Die Kommunikation mit Derek und der Verwaltung vor Ort war optimal,man kann von Automiete bis Ausflüge auch alles über sie organisieren,einfacher gehts nicht.Wir können einen Aufenthalt nur empfehlen,2 Wochen waren für uns zu kurz,das nächste Mal planen wir mehr Zeit ein.Herzlichen Dank für Alles!

Wow, where to start. The property is incredibly beautiful and is completely unobstructed by neighbors. There are guards at the entrance who are very thorough. The house itself is large and our children each had their own room with a large bathroom and walk-in closet. Our bedroom had a larger walk-in closet than some of our rooms at home😂 The beds were comfortable. The pool area is huge and beautiful and the wildlife around is quite eminent. We became very close with the iguanas. Not Tim (our name for the big male), though, who was very territorial. One of the iguanas came up and basked on the lounger right next to us. We were visited by monkeys, parrots, coati, squirrels and iguanas. The pool was lovely and we had the best vacation ever. There were some minor problems with the kitchen appliances that management couldn't fix.

Wow, hvor skal man lige starte. Ejendommen er utrolig smuk og ligger helt ugenert for naboer. Der er vagter ved indgangen som er meget grundige. Selve huset er stort og vores børn havde hvert sit værelse med stort badeværelse og walk in closet. Vores soveværelse havde et større walk in closet end nogle af vores værelser herhjemme😂 Sengene var behagelige. Poolområdet er enormt smuk og dyrelivet omkring er helt eminent. Vi blev meget tætte med leguanerne. Dog ikke Tim(vores navn til den store han), der var meget territorial. En af leguanerne kom op og solede sig på liggestolen helt ved siden af os. Vi fik besøg af aber, papegøjer, næsebjørn, egern og leguaner. Poolen var skøn og vi har haft den bedste ferie nogensinde. Der var lidt småproblemer med køkkenmaskinerne, som management ikke kunne reparere.

Just loved your house and the outside was so relaxing seen wildlife and the private pool was so nice and the beach was so close and beautiful never had a bad meal at the restaurant nearby.  We are looking forward to coming back sometime soon 💕

Thank you Karen for being such perfect guests!! ..  we are always very pleased when our guests have a great vacation..  best regards

I can’t say enough good things about our stay at the house. The pictures do not do it justice. Each of the bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom, everything felt very clean, the community is very friendly, and we all felt very safe with the security guards on the property. The highlight is the back deck overlooking the jungle and pool. We saw cappucian and squirrel monkeys, iquanas, coatis, blue morpho butterflies, parrots, leaf bugs, tamandua anteater, and many other types of birds all from the back deck! I would suggest trying to arrive while it’s still light out. We thought the security check-in was a house as it’s a very nice looking structure. This was our first time in Costa Rica and it was truly magical. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home!

Hi Tracy thank you for your review, we very much appreciate your comments..  it was a real pleasure to host you and your family..  thank you for being such great guests...  we are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us..  best regards

We had a great time in Costa Rica. The villa is nestled in the middle of lush nature in a private residence of 150 Ha. The management service is available to give you all the necessary details for check-in and living in the villa. All the necessary equipment is present and the air conditioning makes it possible to spend cool nights. It's a paradise for lovers of calm and nature. Every day, you can have the opportunity to see monkeys, coatis, iguanas, parrots, blue morpho butterflies... The jungle surrounding the villa is lush. The pool will allow you to cool off and relax because the sun can be intense in this area. We had some technical problems with the home appliances that were taken care of within 24 hours by the property management service. Beautiful villa. Thanks Derek!

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour au Costa Rica. La villa est nichée au milieu d'une nature luxuriante dans une résidence privée de 150 Ha. Le service de gestion est disponible pour vous donner tous les détails nécessaires pour l'arrivée et la vie dans la villa. Tout l'équipement nécessaire est présent et la climatisation permet de passer des nuits au frais. C'est un paradis pour les amoureux du calme et de la nature. Chaque jour, vous pourrez avoir la chance d' avoir la visite de singes, coatis, iguanes, perroquets, papillons morpho bleus .... La jungle entourant la villa et luxuriante. La piscine vous permettra de vous rafraichir et vous détendre car le soleil peut être intense dans cette région. Nous avons eu quelques problèmes techniques avec l'électroménager de la maison qui ont été pris en charge dans les 24 heures par le service de gestion de la propriété. Très belle villa. Merci Derek !

We had a beautiful vacation. The property was amazing. Great location secluded but close to everything.  Highly recommend.

Derek's home is stunning, truly is in the middle of the jungle with beautiful views from inside and on the glorious patio. Swimming while listening to the birds and who knows what other creatures out there was amazing. Honestly we heard more creatures than we saw but we had two iguanas out front and by the pool every morning (Tim and George) which was very cool. The home is close to many good restaurants ("sodas" as they call them), that we barely used the kitchen. Don't miss Empanadas y Mas just down the road. The bedrooms were large, comfortable beds, huge walk-in closets and showers. Felt safe. One mistake we made when we arrived in San Jose was driving to Derek's home in the dark. I strongly recommend against this. Some of the roads are quite curvy and narrow. Plus, we ran into a lot of construction traffic. For sure take the toll road route if coming in the dark. Karla, the house manager, rocked! Anything we needed, she took care of it. She responded to texts within minutes.

The house and setting overall were stunning, set in the middle of the jungle off the beaten path. We were visited most days by coati’s, capuchin monkeys, iguana’s, with an adjacent fruit bearing tree being a popular feeding spot. The house was very spacious and well furnished and the outdoor patio and pool deck were amazing. Although the house overall is stunning, it is starting show it’s age or lack of maintenance, it certainly needs a little work and TLC in a few areas. The kitchen amenities, while providing the basics, could also do with some investment, with some new pots and pans, cutlery etc. Overall, we had a fab time and really enjoyed the solace of the jungle surroundings and the great outdoor space and surrounding nature.

Derek was a great host. This place is in the middle of everything. So much to do!

We had a lovely time with my family. Everything was good and it was a nice experience to live close to the jungle .

We had a great time at Dereks place. Felt right at home. Very quiet and peaceful. Had lots of fun with the out door friends we found every night by the pool. Derek was very attentive to all our needs.

Derek's home exceeded our expectations! The back patio set-up was our favorite. We spent hours relaxing by the pool and taking in the sights and sounds of the jungle. We didn't get to see any monkeys or toucans while there.. and we had regular visits from iguanas. Inside the home was spacious and had everything we needed. The property felt safe and private which made for a relaxing stay. Derek's recommendations provided for food and activities around were so helpful... We chose multiple of his restaurant recommendations and they did not disappoint. Highly recommend this stay!

The house was amazing. The so rounding was great with wildlife around the house the monkeys came over about 5 pm and toucans came 6 am the pool was amazing refreshing and clear clean the photos do not give enough of how beautiful everything was. The communication was excellent and prompt. I felt very secured and safe. Lots to do or do nothing we had an amazing time for ten days mi wife did not want to leave. We will definitely return to Costa Rica maybe explore more of the country.  I definitely recommend Dereck’s place. Thank you all for an amazing experience.

We can't say enough great things about our stay at Derek's house in Esterillos. The pictures don't do it justice - the house is fantastic, the outside views are amazing (so much wildlife) and the pool is perfection. Our first morning we looked outside to see at least a dozen monkeys in the trees; from there we saw Toucans, what we referred to as the resident Coati who circled through the yard at least once daily, macaws, and so much more. The property management company was extremely helpful in bringing us to the home the first day and in helping us set up a few excursions. Anytime we had questions they were answered by them or Derek extremely quickly. The beaches are a 5 minute drive and not at all crowded. Many great soda/restaurant options and easy to travel to other towns from this location (we did Manuel Antonio and as far north as Monteverde). We never needed to utilize our 4WD despite our many travels. Would 100% recommend this property for your stay in Costa Rica!

Spacious house in very safe gated area. It was so fun to be right in the jungle with such a nice pool all to our selves. We saw some wildlife ( including monkeys)if we got up really early. The area the house is located was not busy at all and would only have a couple of people on the beaches on the days we went. If you are looking a laid back area to relax this is it.

Our stay was amazing. Derek and the Property manager made the entire process from booking, planning, checking-in and checking-out very easy and smooth. The home is in an absolutely beautiful setting that is teeming with wildlife and is away from other people and homes making it feel secluded and relaxing. The community is gated and has people that patrol the entire community making it very safe to spend the mornings or evenings walking the seemingly endless miles of roads. We could not have asked for a better home to stay in for our vacation in Costa Rica.

This place was heaven! Filled with wildlife, incredible privacy and beautiful views, we had a wonderful experience. The host, Derek, and local manager, Kyle, were incredibly responsive and helped us with everything we needed. Great location (you do need a car), only 10 minutes from the beach, 10 minutes from grocery stores and small towns, 1 hr from Manuel Antonio and 30 min to Jaco - great location to see it all! The pool was phenomenal and all amenities were as listed. Great for a family vacation or romantic getaway. Would go back again!

Hello Quetzal, thank you for being such great guests..  best regards

Costa Rica is our favourite country to visit and this 3rd trip was no exception. Derek’s house fit our needs perfectly - in the middle of the jungle, in a gated community where we felt safe, we were able to see coati’s, monkeys, parrots, lizards and so much more! The house is beautifully designed so that the 3 bedrooms are spaced to offer privacy. The pool area is great for swimming and dining outside.

It was a remote location that was ideal for what we were looking for. We didn't rent a car which was suggested because we used the property management team to provide reliable drivers for us. We spent most of our time in the pool which we can't say enough good things about. The outdoor sitting area was a perfect spot for an evening gathering place and the table under the gazebo with a fan was a perfect spot for meals, cards and chit chat. We took advantage of the suggestions to get chefs and were pleased with Diego and Jose. Kyle, the property manager was excellent at returning our calls or texts and came to help us at a moments notice. We can't say enough good things about our drivers Alberto and David. An amazing find! Thank you Derek and Laura for the beautiful space!

We stayed for 2 weeks and had friends and family join us for a week at a time.  We all had a wonderful time with many activities a short drive away--mangrove monkey tour, crocodile river tour, parks, horseback riding, fishing, and something for each age group.  It was very private and we often ate in around the bbque and table.  We saw many birds, butterflies, coatis and even saw some white faced monkeys on the last night.  We hired a local chef and his mom one night to teach us about Costa Rican food and cook a dinner with us as well.  Excellent trip, beaches and fun.

This Airbnb was everything we hoped for and more! The photos don’t do justice to how stunning and comfortable it is. Each spotless bedroom had its own bathroom, which was perfect for our group of five. The kitchen was well-equipped, and there were plenty of indoor and outdoor dining spaces. The outdoor area was the highlight—an incredible infinity pool overlooking the jungle where we saw monkeys, toucans, macaws, coatis, and iguanas up close. It felt like a private wildlife sanctuary! The host was fantastic—responsive and proactive, checking in to ensure we were comfortable. We were picked up, given a thorough tour, and had everything explained to us, making it easy to settle in. Check-out was fast and hassle-free. We had an unforgettable time and can’t recommend this place enough. If you’re looking for a luxurious, nature-filled retreat, this is it! 🌴✨

House was very nice as described. Infinity pool overlooking the jungle.

Wow! Incredible week at Derek’s place. The surroundings are stunning, the community is secure, the amenities are awesome. We had everything we needed for a successful and comfortable 8 days in Costa Rica. The privacy of this Airbnb is unmatched. I don’t think we seen 5 people drive by all week. The property management company was very helpful with any thing we needed and even set up some tours and in home services for us. -We really loved the in home massages set up by the property management company. -The Isle Tortuga boat tour is a must! the highlight of our trip. - Chef Emerson Badilla prepared the best meal all week, including restaurant. So delicious. Cant recommend him enough. If you're looking for a quiet retreat in a really cool beach town away from the major tourism centers this is a great option. Esterillos was perfect. I would absolutely stay here again.

One of the most amazing air bnb experiences. Everything described in the pictures and details was exact. Beautiful house and views. Derek was responsive and attentive. Would recommend anyone that goes to Costa Rica to rent here. So much fun would do it again.

My family and I had an incredible experience staying at this Airbnb! The place was immaculate, beautifully decorated, and equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was perfect – easy to get to Jacó Beach, Playa Hermosa, and much more; best of all, the place is tucked away in a quiet, peaceful gated neighborhood with 24 hr security. The property management company was exceptionally friendly, responsive, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. They even provided some thoughtful local recommendations that made our trip extra special (Book Private Chef Diego!) We couldn’t have asked for a better stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting the area. We will definitely be back! Five stars all the way!

We had an absolutely wonderful stay. Our family group had an age range of 6 months to 67 years, and I can safely say that everyone had an amazing time. The house was well appointed and had more than enough space for everyone. The location was so tranquil - we were able to see so many animals in the “backyard” (rainforest) from the comfort of our balcony - Anteaters, Squirrel Monkeys, Capuchins, Iguanas, Macaws, and Coatis. The community security guards were so friendly, the beach (about 5 mins away) was great, and Derek’s local recommendations for restaurants, grocery stores, and activities were super helpful. We will definitely be back in the future!

It was a great stay, the villa is just beautiful, the photos of the listing are nice but when we discover it in real we were very pleasantly surprised. Thank you

Ça a été un super séjour, la villa est juste magnifique, les photos de l’annonce sont jolies mais quand on la découvre en vrais on a été très agréablement surpris. Merci à vous

Incredibly beautiful. Kyle was extremely helpful and responsive. Everyone was super happy!

Very nice living room, spacious and bright villa. Spectacular view of the jungle, observation of multiple animals! Enjoyed our stay!!

Très beau séjour, villa spacieuse et lumineuse. Vue spectaculaire sur la jungle, observation de multiples animaux ! Nous avons apprécié grandement notre séjour !!

The house was absolutely beautiful and is location was perfect, we had visits from monkeys and iguanas several days while we sat out on the deck. Kyle was a great help, he helped with scheduling a deep sea fishing trip and was great at sending me locations of grocery stores and such.  Perfect vacation!!!! A++++

I loved staying here! It was a gorgeous area and so close to the little town, as well as the beach! Derek was responsive and friendly, along with the property management team.

We found a peaceful oasis in the jungle, and the pool quickly became our favorite spot. The spacious house is filled with natural light and we enjoyed BBQ on a great deck with a gazebo. While relaxing in the pool, we spotted toucans, monkeys, and few iguanas, hanging out around all the times. The property is less than a 10-minute drive from the main road, up a hill. A 4x4 vehicle is not necessary. Security is excellent, with a checkpoint at the main gate and regular patrols throughout the area. The drive to Jaco takes about 30 minutes, and Manuel Antonio is about an hour away. For dining, we enjoyed great breakfasts and dinners at the nearby Marala hotel and in Esterillos downtown, which is just a 10-15 minute drive. Please note, the location is not accessible without a car.

Wonderful guest! Beautiful home. It was a perfect stay!

My whole family loved this house. The pool, the bird and other wildlife visitors, the ensuite bathrooms for each bedroom. Just a wonderful getaway. Great location, with lots to do and great food nearby. We couldn’t have found a better place.

Review: Thank you Derek for allowing us to stay at your gorgeous house. It exceeded expectations in every way, already planning our return next year! Location is perfect- secluded, quiet, so peaceful (which was our goal). Everything worked perfectly, AC, beds were comfy, pool was amazing. He gave us detailed guide for driving, food, groceries, outings etc prior to arrival (w exact google map pins). Due to food allergies, we cooked at house daily, kitchen had with everything we needed, he even offered to buy us a crockpot! Felt so safe in this gated community, did daily walks in neighborhood. We went to Esterillos beach daily, had all to ourselves! Body surfed (14yr old felt safe), shade there too. Also many thanks to Keylor, the local property manager, was so responsive and helpful! I loved sitting out on the deck early every morning and listening to the jungle wake up (we saw SO many animals we didn’t need to go to national park)! I just loved everything about this place

Thank you Sarah for being such great guests , and for your thoughtful feedback... it was a great pleasure to host you and your wonderful family..

Derek's place was hands-down the best Airbnb we have ever stayed at. It was absolutely the best part of our trip to Costa Rica. It is so much nicer to be able to see all the wildlife you might find in Manuel Antonio National Park just by walking out your front (or back) door, rather than arranging and paying for a tour with a crowd that probably will not yield as many wildlife sightings. It was so private and quiet too. Keylor (local property manager) was very friendly and available at literally a moment's notice for anything we might have needed.

Peggy, thank you for you thoughtful review,  we are overjoyed that you and your family had a great visit.  Thank you again and best regards, Derek and Laura

Wonderful accommodation. Great house and pool. Kaylor was extremely helpful and responsive to all of our needs. Close to our favourite beach (Bujoko) and good restaurants. Wonderful ‘summer’ weather every day. We will be back. You definitely need a car to get around.

Derek was very friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed his house a lot because it was very spacious and clean. The location was private, however, I would recommend a 4x4 because it is located in a neighborhood on the side of a mountain and the roads could be better. Our kids enjoyed the pool but it was a little cold for me. We saw squirrel monkeys and lots of birds. The house is about an hour from Manuel Antonio and about 30 minutes from Jaco, where the grocery stores and restaurants are located. There are a couple of restaurants and a small convenience store located in town but for us, the selection was too limited. This was the first time for us in Costa Rica and I would recommend a truck or large SUV to get around and give yourself lots of extra time because of the awful roads and traffic. Also, I recommend converting money before you arrive since the fees are high and the lines at the bank are even worse. Overall, we enjoyed our trip and we went to all the places on our bucket list.

We loved our stay! The pool with jungle views were amazing. We saw so much wildlife and it was awesome feeling immersed in nature! The beaches in Esterillos are quite and beautiful. Everything we could possibly need was a short drive away. We spent less than 100 dollars in gas our entire 9 day stay which included our drive to and from San Jose. Derek provides a really comprehensive travel guide which we used to plan some really fun outings. The property management company was really responsive and answered our questions quickly.

We had an amazing time here! We saw monkeys, coati, toucans, lizards in the neighborhood. The property management staff was super helpful when we had questions or needed help. Derek’s guide to local beaches and restaurants was really helpful and we ended up going to most of the recommended places to eat. It’s just a really peaceful outdoor-centric area with a lot to do. Esterillios beach was one of the best beaches we’ve ever visited and we’ve been all over the world. The tide pools, warm water, stunning sunsets and black sand were sooo nice. Derek’s place is really beautiful and relaxing. We swam and cooked and really enjoyed the beautiful surroundings.

Derek was such an amazing host! He was very responsive and gave many recommendations prior to our arrival. His home was exactly what we were looking for for this vacation. The house had everything we needed and provided a very serene and peaceful atmosphere. If you are looking for this type of getaway, I highly recommend. My partner and I spent a week in this home and we loved it!

This is one of the nicest places I have ever stayed. It is even better than the pictures. The house is spacious and clean. It has everything you could need. Outside, the nature is beautiful. We were even visited by monkeys and toucans right out by the deck! The property management team is also so friendly and helpful! I highly recommend staying here if you are planning a trip to Costa Rica.

Thank you Thomas, it was a real pleasure to host you and your family..    Thank you for being such great guests !! ...  Best regards

Derek’s home is gorgeous! Very spacious and clean. We had a wonderful time staying there. Would definitely stay again next time we come back

This home and pool are fantastic! You are very secluded at the home and that was just what we were looking for. The development was beautiful, very large, and sparsely populated. The proximity to the beaches and restaurants isn’t far at all. Derek was so helpful to us before our trip. He quickly answered questions and even sent us a guide to the home which was very helpful. He made us feel very comfortable about visiting Costa Rica for the first time. We would definitely visit this AirBnB again.

The house was beautiful, very comfortable, the bedrooms big sand spacious, the pool is amazing, the outdoor areas are wonderful. We really enjoy staying at Derek's house. The location is about 30 min from the big town where you can find everything (JACO) but about 7 min to the small town. You def need a car to move from one place to another. Waking up to the sound of the birds and the amazing views was incredible We will stay again here

Beautiful home, the host are very attentive and helpful. The area is very nice and it is an easy drive to everything that the west coast has to offer. The furniture is confortable, the house very clean.

This house is exactly as described. It was the perfect vacation getaway for our family of 5 with plenty of space and the wonderful pool to enjoy. A lot of beautiful beaches and surf spots around.

Amazing view of the jungle. We saw monkeys, lizards, and coati. It was awesome.

I can't recommend this place enough. We loved everything about it - the layout, design, pool, location, and all the local critters! Both Derek and the local property manager were always quick to respond to any questions we had. It is truly a unique home in a unique neighborhood, and I would love to come back and stay here again if we are in the area.

Very beautiful Villa, nicely furnished and decorated, in a quiet surrounding. We enjoyed all the comfort of the House, the big pool, the rancho and terrace with a jungle view. One Morning white face monkeys came for a short visit. Local Service, Management and our host were very friendly and reactive.

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