Esteban

Reviews

115 total reviews · 4 listings · 3 locations

89% Excellent

115 reviews

4.78

2018–2026

Cleanliness 4.8

Accuracy 4.8

Communication 4.9

Location 4.7

Check-in 4.8

Value 4.8

115 reviews

2BR Cottage in San José

Will

Excellent, 4 months ago

This is the perfect private wildlife reserve with a beautiful view of the whales tail. Would recommend 110%!! We will be back.

Host Response

Thanks to you for choosing our villa! We are truly pleased to serve you with the best place to stay and all the amenities you may need. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff.

We had such a wonderful stay at this tropical poolside villa. It truly felt like a hidden gem in the Costa Rican jungle. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with thoughtful touches like the welcome baskets, which made us feel instantly at home. One of our favorite parts was the open-air design of the rooms and hallways. It created such a peaceful, immersive experience, letting us fully enjoy the sounds and beauty of nature all around us. The infinity pool was absolutely stunning and quickly became our favorite place to relax, especially with the surrounding jungle views. Our kids were thrilled with the fun bunk beds, which added an extra layer of excitement to the trip and made the space feel perfect for families. Every detail seemed carefully considered, making our stay both comfortable and memorable. We would absolutely recommend this villa to anyone looking for a unique, relaxing getaway surrounded by nature.

This place is astonishing and exactly as the description reads. We were a small group of 3 and the home was fantastic and spacious however it feels like the type of home that would thrive with larger groups and entertaining. The pool was fantastic. We really enjoyed closing the house up when hot and then opening everything up when cooler to blend the interior living with the natural landscape. Oscar and Esteban are fantastic hosts, very responsive, generous and were quick to offer local knowledge and info whenever needed. The house genuinely is built into the jungle and so we saw a diverse number of animals; monkeys, lizards, toucans, hummingbirds, parrots, and all manner of creepy crawlies! The 4x4 requirement is a must to access the home. That said, our 4x4 allows us to go on some extraordinary drives in the area. We enjoyed Dominical, Uvita and Manuel Antonio very easily from the house. Highly recommended and we'd look to come back. 10/10

Host Response

Thanks for your comment! We are glad to know that you enjoyed the stay in our villa. We always try to provide our guests with everything they might need for them to feel like in paradise. We hope to see you again in our villa. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff.

Heavenly house: beautiful view of the Sea and sunset. Beautiful large and deep pool. Spacious, bright, modern house with very good quality materials. Open house in connection with nature. Bedrooms, bathrooms and living room are closed and can be opened via large bay windows. Closed shower with a large window that gives the impression of showering outside. Lots of kitchen equipment… you can stay cocooned without having to go out! It's better because around it there are mostly sodas and restaurants a little far away.

Host Response

Dear Elodie. Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are very pleased to hear that our staff made your stay pleasant. Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Paradise Management Staff.

The view from this villa is incredible. Looking out from the patio, you can see all the way to the ocean. Our concierge, Oscar, was incredibly responsive and kindly worked with us to check in when we arrived later than expected. He also left us some delicious mango and watermelon! The location listed is slightly inaccurate to where the villa actually is, but it still provided easy access to the main Dominical area. Also, definitely bring 4 wheel drive as the hosts suggest, as it's a steep climb to the house. We would definitely rent from this group again!

Host Response

Dear James, thanks for your comment. We are truly glad to know you had a great time and that our services were helpful. We will be waiting for your next visit. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff!

We had an amazing time in Costa Rica! The house and surrounding grounds were gorgeous - even better than the pictures! Oscar was such a great host - responsive, welcoming and helpful. We saw toucans, other birds and butterflies every day while sitting in the backyard. Walking the neighborhood, we saw a sloth and monkeys. We’re an outdoor family so the beautiful flora and fauna were perfect for us.

Host Response

Dear Christina, thank you for visiting our villa! Our main goal is to serve our guests with the best hospitality and provide the best comfort to enjoy the journey. It will be our pleasure to have you in our villa anytime you want. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff!

Absolutely amazing! Beautiful and private! The birds in the morning and coffee were amazing! The hosue was more than we expected! Oscar was very attentive to any of of our needs! Would definitely stay again! If you have motion sickness definitely take Dramamine for the ride in and up to the house but it was also very cool and the views were incredible!! Thank you for a beautiful stay, beautiful home and wonderful people!

Host Response

Dear Beth, thank you for visiting our villa! Our main goal is to serve our guests with the best hospitality and provide the best comfort to enjoy the journey. It will be our pleasure to have you in our villa anytime you want. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff!

We loved our stay in the villa. Breathtaking view, very quiet neighbourhood. I would recommend arriving at daytime because the road to the villa is very (!) steep. You‘ll need a good car (4x4). The host was very friendly and helpful, he was always available.

Host Response

Dear Fiona, thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us. We are very pleased to hear that our staff made your stay pleasant. Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff.

What an incredible Air BnB with a wonderful open concept. Much of the homes hallways are open air with living spaces enclosed and air conditioned. The pictures absolutely do not do it justice, the views are incredible, property is beautiful to walk, and the home beautifully done. I will say, 4x4 to get here is an absolute must so please make sure your rental is 4x4 or AWD equipped for your own safety.

Host Response

Dear Joe, thanks to you for choosing our villa! We are truly pleased to serve you with the best place to stay and all the amenities you may need. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff.

Place had phenomenal views! It is a bit of a challenge to get to at first but after a couple trips it not too bad. Just use caution and 4x4 vehicle. I wish we could’ve stayed longer and enjoyed time in the pool and watched some wildlife. The garden was also very enjoyable. Keep in mind it is in the mountains and surrounding wilderness. Estaban met us at night and drove us to home after it took us a while to drive from airport. Great service.

Host Response

Dear Juan, thanks for your enjoyable review! We are really glad to know that you enjoyed so much being in our villa because that’s our main goal. We always try to offer the best comfort and be the best to our guests. Looking forward to seeing you in our community whenever you wish so. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff

Nice house with beautiful gardens and lots of privacy. There are no neighbors within view. The road to get there is treacherous and very lengthy from town/beaches. The drive was nerve wracking the first few times and the ups and downs were hard on our 4x4 car. Make sure you have good brakes because it’s so steep. We live in Costa Rica and are accustomed to rough back country roads but this one was like climbing a mountain. I recommend you arrive at this house with everything you need and avoid coming & going. Otherwise it was a nice stay and the house was comfortable and well maintained.

Host Response

Dear Phoebe, thanks for taking the time to review our property; we are glad to hear you enjoyed it. About the road, we do recommend all our guests to get their own 4x4 and our concierge always take them to the house for the very first time so that they get more confidence in the driving, but we also advise our guests about the road. I'm sorry you find it that difficult to drive. Anyway, thanks for your visit and nice words!

This is a stunning place. You basically live in the jungle, with fantastic views and wild animals (Coati, Toucans, huge toads, monkeys) to watch from the living room or bedroom. Perfect to wind down. Thanks to the additional bug-proof doors, you can leave the glass doors open and it feels like sleeping in a jungle. The house is equipped with all cooking gear, but bring your own spices and food. The pool is lovely and of course a favorite for our kids. We also loved the nicely tended garden. Oscar and Esteban are excellent hosts - always available for any questions, helpful with tips and very friendly. As mentioned in other reviews, the road indeed is somewhat challenging (very steep and long, only manageable with 4x) , so this is a place to stay and not the best basis for short trips down and up. I f you follow this (i.e. if we recommend doing the trip down to the sea not too often and bring food for several days). If you follow this advice, you are in for a treat.

Host Response

Dear Matthias, thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our villa to other travelers. I’m sure our entire community staff enjoyed catering to your needs as much as you enjoyed your stay. Take care! Paradise Management Staff.

Stunning views! Very responsive host / concierge. Clear instructions. Lovely, spacious, and comfortable home in a gorgeous setting! The one issue during our visit was the street construction, which should be completed soon I understand.

Host Response

Dear Molly, thanks for your likable comment! It is a pleasure for us to know that you enjoyed our villa and the different services we offer. About the road, there was actually a repair taking place, but it is done fortunately. Feel free of visiting us whenever you want to enjoy our beautiful country. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff!

Beautiful location with stunning views of the ocean and sunsets. House was clean and Oscar was very responsive to any of our needs. Overall this is a great place to stay. The only negative thing I would say is the road is noisy with traffic (I think there is a construction project uphill from casa so this may be temporary) and roaming neighborhood dogs kept any wildlife away.

Host Response

Dear Sheila, it's a pleasure for us to know that our guests enjoy the villas and services we offer, that keeps us trying to be the bests. Just for further information, there was a road repair taking place during your stay, but it is already done! Whenever you want to enjoy our beautiful country, our villa will be waiting for you. Warm regards from Paradise Management Staff!

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