Retreat into the rain forests of CR and relax to the sounds of wildlife. Close to amenities, but far enough to forget they exist. With beaches just minutes away, there are activities for the whole family. Situated on 1.5 Acres of lush gardens, is the spacious hacienda with large common areas. Beyond the house is a very large pool, and the centerpiece of the villa, the grande pavilion - with large bar/kitchen and 2 bathrooms of its own. A perfect place to drink margaritas with monkeys! The space Manuel Antonio Esterillos is the best place to stay when visiting Manuel Antonio. World famous Manuel Antonio is the best National Park in Costa Rica and is highly recommended. Therefore, it is very popular with many tourists. Although Manuel Antonio is a fantastic place to visit, Esterillos is the best place to stay. Esterillos Este is 45 minutes before Manuel Antonio and is centrally located and closer to the other destinations you will want to visit. Manuel Antonio is a small park so you can see almost everything in a day. It is recommended to hire a certified guide as they carry spotting scopes, know how to find animals, and are very knowledgeable. You are guaranteed to see multiple types of monkeys, some up very close. And if you are lucky, you can see more rare animals like the sloth. ​ Monkeys The Titi Monkeys (squirrel monkeys) typically sleep on this property, close to the banana trees on the side of the house. Their daily migration patterns have them waking at sunrise and traveling to neighboring jungles. They return in the evening to snack on the fruits of the tall palms and make their nests in the bushy palms. They are very entertaining to watch and keep their distance. Please do not feed them as it will change their behaviors. Everyone's favorite pastime is to sit by the pool or under the thatched roof pavilion in the evening, sipping on their favorite drink, watching the monkeys play. Beaches Esterillos is one of the closest tranquil beaches to the San Jose International Airport. The pristine, vast, and typically uncrowded beaches of Esterillos are right down the street from the house. A quick (less than 5 min) drive will put you on the beach of Esterillos Este. If you get there early, you may be lucky enough to find sand dollars and unique shells! In Sept and Oct you may even spot a whale in the distance. During turtle mating season, you will occasionally see turtle tracks that lead to their nests. If you find one, you should leave it undisturbed and let Gorge, the surf instructor in Esterillos Oeste, know. He manages the turtle rescue of Esterillos. If you go by his surf shop in Esterillos Oeste, you may want to ask him if there are any hatches coming up. The baby turtles are amazing to watch as they journey down the beach to their new home in the ocean. Tides Esterillos is a surfer's beach. You will see world class surfers at this beach. The waves are very fun to play in but can be dangerous. Please be careful with children and make sure you understand riptides. If you would like to relax in calm waters you can go to Esterillos Oeste, near the mermaid statue. Here there are tide pools with calm warmer water. The best time and place to watch the surfers is when high tide is just before sunset at the Esterillos Oeste beach. (search the web for Esterillos tide charts) Watching surfers at sunset is amazing and not something you will soon forget. Nearby Around the corner from the house (5 min) is Town Center which has many restaurants, stores and a small grocery store with ATM. For more local Tico flair, you can go to Esterillos Oeste which also has a small grocery store, restaurants and bars. The best restaurant this side of CR is Los Almendros and is in this small town. Guest access Guests will have access to entire property Other things to note Please Note: Even though the system shows "Service Fee $0", their fees are 15% and hidden in the per night cost. Very safe! In the back of the property is the caretaker's house and the primary guard station for our neighborhood. 2 small pets are permitted with 5,000 colones per pet fee. Please bring your own pet bedding and eating containers. Pets are NOT allowed in the pool at any time! This is strictly enforced and will result in damage fees if not obeyed. Any damage caused by the pet to the property is the responsibility of the person making the reservation.

## The Space

Escape to the rainforests of Costa Rica and unwind to the natural sounds of wildlife. This spacious hacienda is nestled on 1.5 acres of lush gardens, offering large common areas for relaxation. Just beyond the house, you'll find a very large pool and the villa's centerpiece: the grand pavilion. This pavilion features a sizable bar and kitchen area along with two private bathrooms, making it an ideal spot to enjoy a drink while observing playful monkeys.

## Location

Situated in Esterillos Este, this property provides a perfect balance of privacy and convenience. It is close enough to amenities yet far enough to feel secluded. Beaches are only minutes away, offering activities for the entire family.

Esterillos Este is located about 45 minutes before Manuel Antonio, making it a central base for exploring surrounding destinations. While Manuel Antonio National Park is world-renowned and highly recommended, Esterillos offers a quieter place to stay with easy access to the park and other attractions.

## Wildlife

The property is home to Titi monkeys (squirrel monkeys) that typically sleep near the banana trees beside the house. These monkeys wake at sunrise and travel to nearby jungles, returning in the evening to feed on palm fruits and nest in the bushy palms. They are entertaining to watch but keep their distance. Guests are kindly asked not to feed the monkeys to avoid altering their natural behavior.

One of the favorite pastimes here is relaxing by the pool or under the thatched roof pavilion in the evening while watching the monkeys play.

## Beaches

Esterillos boasts some of the closest tranquil beaches to San Jose International Airport. The pristine and usually uncrowded beaches of Esterillos are just a short drive from the house—less than five minutes to Esterillos Este beach.

Early visitors might find sand dollars and unique shells along the shore. Between September and October, it’s possible to spot whales in the distance. During turtle mating season, you may notice turtle tracks leading to nests. If you discover a nest, please leave it undisturbed and inform Jorge, the local surf instructor in Esterillos Oeste, who manages the turtle rescue program.

Jorge’s surf shop in Esterillos Oeste can provide information about upcoming turtle hatchings. Watching baby turtles make their way to the ocean is a remarkable experience.

## Tides and Surfing

Esterillos is known as a surfer’s beach, attracting world-class surfers. The waves are enjoyable but can be hazardous, so caution is advised, especially with children. Understanding riptides is important for safety.

For calmer waters, visit Esterillos Oeste near the mermaid statue, where tide pools offer warm, gentle water. The best time to watch surfers is at high tide just before sunset at Esterillos Oeste beach. Checking tide charts online is recommended.

Watching surfers at sunset here is a memorable experience.

## Nearby Amenities

Just five minutes from the house is Town Center, featuring a variety of restaurants, shops, and a small grocery store with an ATM. For a more authentic local experience, Esterillos Oeste offers additional grocery stores, restaurants, and bars.

One notable dining option in the area is Los Almendros, considered one of the best restaurants on this side of Costa Rica.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire property.

## Other Things to Note

- Although the system may show a "Service Fee $0," a 15% fee is included in the nightly rate.
- The property is very safe, with a caretaker’s house and the main guard station for the neighborhood located at the back.
- Two small pets are allowed with a fee of 5,000 colones per pet. Guests must bring their own pet bedding and feeding containers.
- Pets are strictly prohibited from entering the pool area. Violating this rule will result in damage fees.
- Any damage caused by pets is the responsibility of the guest who made the reservation.

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Grande Hacienda with Gardens and Pavilion - Villas for Rent in Esterillos Este, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

The house is very spacious and nice. The green areas, the pool, the thatched shelter – everything is excellent. I definitely recommend it.

La casa es muy amplia y bonita, las zonas verdes, la piscina, el rancho, todo excelente, sin duda la recomiendo

Super spacious, clean, very tidy house, especially for large families. It's not near the sea, but the place is very nice, the weather is wonderful, and we had a great time.

Casa súper amplia, limpia muy ordenado, especialmente para familias grandes. No está cerca del mar, pero el lugar es muy bonito, el clima es delicioso la pasamos súper bien.

It is located in a very nice area close to beaches like Esterillos and Bejuco!!

Se ubica es un lugar muy bonito cerca de playas como Esterillos y Bejuco !!

Brian was extremely attentive and allowed us to check into the Airbnb early. The place is beautiful and very spacious, just as described. Thank you so much.

Brian fue extremadamente atento y permitió que entráramos antes al airbnb. El lugar es precioso y muy espacioso, tal como lo describe. Muchas gracias.

Awesome place for large family gathering. Super well equipped. Will definitely be back. Highly recommended.

Lovely place, close to nature. Enjoyed our trip and ideal for a big family.

Brian’s home was the perfect place for our large family! We loved the incredible outdoor space and wildlife sightings! We had everything we needed (thank you for providing pool towels!). The beach across the main road is *perfection* for sunsets.

A very spacious house ideal for large families, it has a lot of vegetation around it which makes it a cool and very quiet place. The house has everything you need for cooking. The ranch is very spacious. The beach and supermarket are nearby

Una casa muy espaciosa ideal para familias grandes , cuenta con mucha vegetación alrededor lo cual hace que sea un lugar fresco y mucha tranquilidad. La casa cuanta con todo lo necesario para cocinar. El rancho muy espacioso. La playa y supermercado cerca

A wonderful house. I was super delighted. I would book again with my eyes closed. Without a doubt, it is a small but well-equipped house. Super well organized. No complaints about anything

Un casa maravillosa quedé Super encantada volvía a reservar con los ojos cerrados sin duda alguna es una casi pero bien equipada Super bien organizada n hay queja d nada

Simply magical!  Our group of 10, from kids to grandma, all loved our stay and we didn't want to leave.  The house, the pool and outdoor rancho were just amazing.  It was private and lush.  Monkeys came to visit but did not approach us or get into our space and things that were outside which I appreciated.  Brian was so helpful!  He answered so many questions for us and helped point us in the right direction.  His local point person, Esteban, was so lovely.  Thank you for an unforgettable first time trip to Costa Rica!

The place is simply beautiful, the house is very spacious and the kitchen is too. It has plenty of space to sit in and out, the pool is large and sunshine and shade, it has lots of green areas, indoor parking, and the super wide ranch area. We dyed everything to cook both inside and out, I would definitely come back.

El lugar es simplemente bello, la casa es muy amplia y la cocina también. Tiene mucho espacio para sentarse dentro y fuera, la piscina es grande y da sol y sombra, tiene muchas áreas verdes, parqueo bajo techo y la zona del rancho súper amplia. Teñíamos de todo para cocinar tanto dentro como afuera, sin duda volvería.

Amazing Home and hut area, lots of fauna beautiful, surroundings, home needs a bit of deep cleaning, but overall a great spacious home. Brian is a great host, very responsive and answers quickly. Overall very satisfied and would definitely recommend it to anyone who has a large family, location is very private and relaxing. love the wildlife that showed up every morning and every evening. definitely recommend this property, we are very grateful to have found this location in Costa Rica. Hopefully we will be back some day.

Thank you for your feedback.  The items you mention were previously brought up with the management company.  I will be talking to them about this again.  I assure you this will be addressed.  While we love the house, sometimes it is difficult to manage from the US.  Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.  Brian +1 303-507-2482

We really enjoyed our time in Costa Rica. The property is huge and there is a lot of wildlife to be seen right in the backyard. We used the pool every day and the basketball court. Brian also hooked us up with a personal chef. Yami and her friend were wonderful. They took really good care of us. Brian also provided us with a ton of information prior to the trip.

A good place for family or friends. It's pretty well-equipped.

Buen lugar para ir familia o amigos. Esta bastante equipado.

Brians's house was wonderful. We had 9 people staying and it gave us enough beds, baths and areas for all of us to spread out. The outdoor area was amazing to hang out, cook, eat, swim and relax. Also, the property has many monkeys that come and go. We also saw Tucans, macaws, and iguanas! Our family made wonderful memories!

The house is amazing , it is a paradise ! Lots of fun in the pool, house is big and comfortable. The area is very safe. We got to see monkeys, parrots , pizotes, tucáns. Close proximity to the beach, markets, pharmacy, gas stations. Brian is very respectful and respond quick when needed. Overall we were super happy and please with the place.

Definitely beautiful the place, the house is very large and super well equipped, lots of nature, lots of nature

Definitivamente hermoso el lugar, la casa es muy grande y súper bien equipada, mucha naturaleza

What a wonderful place! We were a large group- 4 adults and 10 little kids. There was plenty of space for all of us. The outdoor area is amazing! The pool is wonderful, the hammocks, the basketball court, etc. There were monkeys and coatis and toucans and macaws, etc. right on the property. There is a wonderful beach close by. Manuel Antonio, Jaco, restaurants, chocolate factory, rainmaker- all drivable. There were clear instructions for the house and recommendations for the area. The host was very kind and always responded right away. I never felt unsafe- was just able to relax in paradise. I just cannot say enough about how much we loved staying here.

What an amazing place!  It was perfect for our family and it had everything we needed for an unbelievable stay.  Brian was an ideal host; great communicator, friendly, helpful and full of A++ recommendations.  *He even went out of his way to help us track down a friendly and knowledgable (and local, much closer than Quepos & Jaco) fishing guide...even though Brian isn't versed in the local fishing community.  This home's layout was ideal for 2 families, essentially separated with kitchen/living areas and wings with bedrooms on each side.  What a cool property in general...one that we will talk about and cherish for years to come!  Thank you!

House in excellent condition; the photos do not show how spacious everything is, for example, very clean and kitchen accessories available. Vibe with lots of nature and an excellent pool

Casa en excelentes condiciones; las fotos no muestran lo espaciosa que es. todo muy limpio y accesorios disponibles para la cocina. Ambiente con mucha naturaleza y una excelente piscina

It is a very good property, it is like it looks in the pictures. If you want a place to stay at the beach but at the same time have a touch with nature this is the place. Bejuco Beach is 5 minutes away, best sunsets in town. Don't doubt to book this place. Pool 5 stars, incredible for kids and adults. Kitchen 5 stars, 100% equipped. Communication 5 starts, Host and Co-Host always available for help.

The accommodation was as described on the platform and the photos were accurate. we had an incredible time as a family. Recommended. We'll be back.

El alojamiento fue tal como se describe en la plataforma y fotos veridicas. pasamos unos dias increibles en familia. Recomendado. Volveremos.

Great outdoor rancho and pool.  Well equipped kitchen.

one of the cutest homes we've ever visited. We're sure we want to be back as soon as possible.

uno de los alojamientos más lindos que hemos visitado. Estamos seguros que queremos volver lo más pronto posible.

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