In 2018, we discovered this gem. Manzanillo holds a precious place ...
We fell in love with Costa Rica in 2007, returning annually as our family grew. In 2018, we discovered this gem. Manzanillo holds a precious place in our hearts, and we've poured our love into this second home. The house boasts a harmonious blend respecting Costa Rica's natural beauty with open-air bohemian living that embraces nature's rhythm. Jungle sounds give the house its soul, seamlessly blending spaces with nature, just 200 yards from beach. The space Welcome to Your Manzanillo Paradise! 🌴 Welcome to beautiful Manzanillo, Costa Rica - a vibrant outpost of Afro-Caribbean culture located at the end of the coastal road on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast! We're thrilled to have you staying in our 3-bedroom home in this magical destination within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. 🏠 About Your Accommodation You're staying in Casa Cuculeka, a unique nature lover's delight that accommodates up to 6 guests. This one-of-a-kind home seamlessly blends comfort with Costa Rica's natural beauty, located in this pristine village within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. 🏡 The House Layout GROUND FLOOR - Three Private Retreats: Room 1 (Street-facing): Full bathroom, workspace/desk, hanging storage, plus a glass-enclosed adjoining patio perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation Room 2: Full bathroom, hanging storage, small dresser, shares the enclosed patio with Room 1 - ideal for couples or friends traveling together Room 3 (Pool-side): Full bathroom, workspace/desk, hanging storage, private patio with direct access to the backyard and pool All bedrooms feature full beds, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets for maximum comfort, plus individual garden access patios. UPSTAIRS LOFT - Heart of Casa Cuculeka: ⭐ This spectacular open-air second floor is where the magic happens: Kitchen & Bar: Central open-air kitchen with built-in bar and stool seating, fully equipped with gas stove, new fridge with water cooler, coffee machine, blender, indoor grill, and everything needed for home cooking Dining Area: Seats 6 with romantic nighttime lighting, overlooking the pool and backyard Relaxation Zone: Two hammocks for the perfect Caribbean swing while listening to jungle sounds Library Corner: Cozy reading area with chairs, table, and our ever-growing collection of books left by guests - feel free to contribute! Living Room: Comfortable couches, two rocking chairs, and fans creating refreshing breezes while you watch Manzanillo life unfold on the street below BACKYARD OASIS: Salt Water Pool: Newly built in-ground salt water pool for the ultimate tropical swim Outdoor Shower: Bamboo-enclosed private outdoor shower for that authentic jungle bathing experience Lush Gardens: Freshly planted with natural mosquito-repelling herbs including lavender, basil, mint, rosemary and lemon balm Fruit Trees: The grounds host trees bearing coconuts, papaya, cocoa, rambutan, and more - fresh tropical fruit at your fingertips! Wildlife Viewing: From the upstairs loft, you can often watch howler monkeys swinging through the trees and visiting our backyard The open-air design allows you to be immersed in nature's symphony - from howler monkeys at dawn (sometimes right in your backyard!) to the gentle rustle of palm fronds, all while enjoying modern comforts and the sweet fragrance of our natural herb garden. Guest access Entire house Other things to note Manzanillo is a magical place. You will be surrounded by the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge. The house is a short walk to the beach.
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Recent Reviews
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Joyce
10 months ago
Un lugar que sin duda alguna volveríamos! La atención increíble, impecable el lugar, cada cuarto tenía su propio baño y la idea de tener el “área común” en el segundo piso da un estilo único! Recomendado al 100%
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Arnaldo
10 months ago
La casa es demasiado linda. Nos encantó y queremos volver.
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Jennifer
11 months ago
Our time at Casa Cuculeka was wonderful. Reza was very responsive, and Omar was an incredible contact who helped us feel right at home. If you stay we highly recommend taking a jungle tour with Omar to learn more about the surroundings and history of Manzanillo.
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Claudia
1 year ago
Llegamos 6 personas, 4 adultos y 2 niños y pasamos dos semanas en este hermoso lugar. Nos sentimos en casa desde el momento que llegamos, disfrutamos mucho la cocina abierta que contaba con todo lo necesario. Desde el area del segundo piso vimos monos y diferentes pájaros y por las noches recibimos visitas de los mapaches. La piscina estaba limpia y espectacular con el agua salado, dentro de un patio hermoso con espacio para hacer asados. Los cuartos y baños impeccables, con agua caliente y aire acondicionado resfrescante. La comunicación con Reza fue fluida y dirigida a resolver cualquier situación que se nos presentó. Desde la casa se puede caminar en pocos minutos a la playa y reserva natural, hay comedores y pequeños supermercados cerca. En resumen, quedamos muy contentos toda la familia y definitivamente volveremos. ¡Gracias!
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Fargo
1 year ago
2 families stayed for 3 nights on the spur of the moment after we we unable to travel to Panama due to local unrest. Reza did not normally take same day reservations but was able to help us and get his place ready on the spur of the momement. We are so happy it worked out. The house is awesome with 3 rooms with ac and an open air kitchen and living room on the second floor. Being open air just be aware you can have bugs and animals in your living room. Omar did warn us to put all food away which we did nightly and had no issues with midnight visitors. There are ceiling fans upstairs in the front of the house an in each room. The upstairs was cool and comfortable with the fans and breezes. You can hear the ocean from the top floor but you can't see it. The pool was nice and the kids swam in it for hours. It is an eazy walk to the beach, refuge, store and restaurants. Reza and Omar are easy to get a hold of and we're quick to respond to questions We would stay there again for sure..
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Simon
1 year ago
Toller offener Küchen- und Wohnraum
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Clara
1 year ago
Es muy bonita la casa en medio de la naturaleza, muy amable los dueños. Sin duda volvería.
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Susan
1 year ago
Las fotos no le hacen justicia a tan hermoso lugar, todos los cuartos tienen baño, agua caliente y aire acondicionado. La segunda planta es maravillosa, el lugar perfecto para relajarse y pasarla chill. La cocina tiene todos los implementos necesarios y es muy espaciosa, solo hay que tener cuidado de no dejar comida expuesta por los monos y mapaches. El internet es super estable para trabajar y Omar es una excelente persona, definitivamente volveremos!
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Stephanie
1 year ago
We had a great stay! The open air living space is really cool (we were worried about mosquitoes, but it was totally manageable with bug spray) and it was really nice to have the air-conditioned bedrooms (it was hot and humid in March). We enjoyed the pool (it's about 4.5 feet deep). The place is about a 5 minute walk (~350m) to the beach.
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Vinciane
1 year ago
Nous avons séjourné à 5 pendant 2 semaines dans cette merveilleuse maison. Tout était au rendez-vous; l'accueil d'Omar, sa disponibilité et ses conseils, la réactivité de Reza lorsque nous avions des questions et bien sûr la cadre idyllique. Nous avons eu la chance de pouvoir observer des animaux en prenant nos repas. Nous ne garderons que de merveilleux souvenirs de ce séjour en famille❤️
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