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.

## The Space

Welcome to Casa Cuculeka, your serene retreat in Manzanillo, Costa Rica. This unique home comfortably accommodates up to six guests and offers a harmonious blend of comfort and nature. Nestled within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge, the house embraces an open-air bohemian style that respects the surrounding natural beauty.

The property is just 200 yards from the beach, allowing you to enjoy the soothing sounds of the jungle that give the house its distinctive soul. The open design seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor spaces, immersing you in the rhythms of nature.

## Location

Manzanillo is a vibrant village on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast, rich in Afro-Caribbean culture. Situated at the end of the coastal road, the area is part of the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge, offering a pristine environment filled with diverse wildlife and lush greenery.

The house is a short walk from the beach, providing easy access to the ocean and coastal activities.

## House Layout

### Ground Floor - Private Bedrooms

- **Room 1 (Street-facing):**  
  - Full bathroom  
  - Workspace with desk  
  - Hanging storage  
  - 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 with desk  
  - Hanging storage  
  - Private patio with direct access to the backyard and pool

All bedrooms feature full-size beds, air conditioning, ceiling fans, mosquito nets, and individual garden-access patios to ensure maximum comfort.

### Upstairs Loft - The Heart of Casa Cuculeka

- **Kitchen & Bar:**  
  - Central open-air kitchen with built-in bar and stools  
  - Fully equipped with gas stove, new refrigerator with water cooler, coffee machine, blender, indoor grill, and all essentials for home cooking

- **Dining Area:**  
  - Seating for six  
  - Romantic nighttime lighting  
  - Overlooks the pool and backyard

- **Relaxation Zone:**  
  - Two hammocks for a perfect Caribbean swing experience while listening to jungle sounds

- **Library Corner:**  
  - Cozy reading nook with chairs and table  
  - A growing collection of books contributed by guests

- **Living Room:**  
  - Comfortable couches and two rocking chairs  
  - Fans providing refreshing breezes  
  - Views of Manzanillo street life below

## Backyard Oasis

- **Saltwater Pool:** Newly built in-ground pool for a refreshing tropical swim  
- **Outdoor Shower:** Bamboo-enclosed private shower offering an authentic jungle bathing experience  
- **Lush Gardens:** Planted with natural mosquito-repelling herbs such as lavender, basil, mint, rosemary, and lemon balm  
- **Fruit Trees:** The grounds feature trees bearing coconuts, papaya, cocoa, rambutan, and more, providing fresh tropical fruit at your fingertips  
- **Wildlife Viewing:** From the upstairs loft, you can often spot howler monkeys swinging through the trees and visiting the backyard

The open-air design allows guests to fully experience the natural symphony of the area—from dawn chorus of howler monkeys to the gentle rustling of palm fronds—while enjoying modern amenities and the fragrant herb garden.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire house and grounds.

## Other Things to Note

Manzanillo is a truly magical destination surrounded by the Gandoca-Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge. The house’s location offers a peaceful retreat close to nature, with the beach just a short walk away.

In 2018, we discovered this gem. Manzanillo holds a precious place ...

Reza & Salima

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Casa Cuculeka 3 BR/3 BA AC & pool - 200m to beach - Houses for Rent in Manzanillo, Limón, Costa Rica

A beautiful place with a lovely pool. The place is very clean and beautiful. Highly recommended

Un lugar precioso, con una piscina deliciosa. El lugar muy limpio y precioso. Muy recomendado

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Cuculeka. The house is really very nice, and we felt very comfortable there. Special thanks go to Omar, who was very helpful with the minor problems in the house. We would come back anytime!

Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt im Casa Cuculeka. Das Haus ist wirklich sehr schön und wir haben uns dort sehr wohlgefühlt. Ein besonderer Dank geht an Omar, der uns bei den kleineren Problemen im Haus sehr hilfreich zur Seite stand. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen!

The hosts were very knowledgeable, precise, communicative, friendly, and always attentive. They took care of a problem with the pool, which was the only negative thing about the trip. Otherwise, they were a 10 out of 10. Sometimes the people who take care of our businesses are not the most meticulous 😌, but otherwise they were excellent.

Los anfitriones fueron muy cultos, precisos, comunicativos, amables y siempre pendientes. Se ocuparon de una desatención de la piscina que fue lo único no bueno del viaje. Por lo demás fueron un 10 de 10, a veces las personas que cuidan nuestros negocios no son las más esmeradas 😌, por lo demás ellos fueron excelentes.

We had a memorable stay here and the property was as pictured. Omar was very welcoming and met us at check-in to show us around. The main highlight was the wildlife. We saw howler monkeys passing through the backyard, and nearby we saw a sloth at the nature reserve as well as many tropical birds. The location is excellent for experiencing the biodiversity of the area. The pool felt private from neighbors and was very helpful for cooling down. A few practical notes: bring dish soap, hand soap, shower products, coffee filters, cooking basics (like oil/salt), and bottled water if you are sensitive to changes in drinking water while traveling. There was no hair dryer, and while bikes were listed as an amenity, there were none on the property. As expected in a tropical home, there are insects inside. Since the home is open-air aside from the bedrooms, it can feel extremely hot and humid. We appreciated Reza’s flexibility when we became sick and needed to extend our stay by two nights.

It was our pleasure to host you. We apologize about the hand and dish soaps.  They were in the storage closet.  I wish you had asked.  We are in the process of getting new bicycles for the house and the old ones are no longer safe to ride.  Yes, most visitors to this are buy bottled water.  And yes, like most homes in the area the living space is open-air and the Caribbean region can get very hot and humid. We hope you are feeling better.

Our stay was very pleasant. The house is very well laid out, well equipped, and cozy, in a very quiet location close to many restaurants and supermarkets. The hosts, Tien and Jeff, were very friendly and responsive to our messages. Thank you very much for your hospitality and the favors you did for us.

Nuestra estancia fue muy placentera la casa está muy bien distribuida, bien equipada y acogedora en un lugar muy tranquilo y cerca de muchos restaurantes y supermercados. Los anfitriones Tien y Jeff muy amables y atentos a nuestros mensajes. Les agradezco mucho sus atenciones y peticiones que nos brindaron.

We loved the villa and Manzanillo itself, it’s such a beautiful part of the world. The open plan living, the pool, the terrace and the wildlife were all part of the charm.

Loved, loved this place! Especially great for couples planning a relaxing vacation - but can see how a family group would like it too. May not be the perfect fit for families with multiple little ones. Just because it’s basically 3 master suites on the lower level. And you would really have to watch them on the stairs and railings . But I wouldn’t hesitate to bring a family where the youngest’s were 3-5 years old. As long as there were older ones to help keep an eye on everyone. Can’t say enough about how peaceful it is there. The local community was so nice and everyone was so kind and respectful. Reza was responsive and her travel tips were very helpful. Also Omar was great and helpful for the small things that might come up. Manzanillo itself is kind of the “end of the road”. If you want a peaceful tropical vacation with monkeys, birds and sloths this is the place. The wildlife refuge is a 5 min walk - great soda’s 5 min away too for a great meal.

A place we would definitely come back to! The service was incredible, the place was impeccable, each room had its own bathroom and the idea of having the "common area" on the second floor gives it a unique style! 100% recommended

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%

The house is too cute.  We loved it and want to come back.

La casa es demasiado linda.  Nos encantó y queremos volver.

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.

We arrived 6 people, 4 adults and 2 children and spent two weeks in this beautiful place. We felt at home from the moment we arrived, we really enjoyed the open kitchen that had everything we needed. From the second floor area we saw monkeys and different birds and at night we received visits from raccoons. The pool was clean and spectacular with salt water, inside a beautiful courtyard with space for barbecues. Impeccable rooms and bathrooms, with hot water and refreshing air conditioning. Communication with Reza was fluid and aimed at resolving any situation that arose. From the house you can walk in a few minutes to the beach and nature reserve, there are dining rooms and small supermarkets nearby. In summary, the whole family was very happy and we will definitely be back. Thank you!

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!

It was a pleasure hosting you and hope you return.

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..

The house is very nice, surrounded by nature, and the owners are very friendly. I would definitely come back.

Es muy bonita la casa en medio de la naturaleza, muy amable los dueños. Sin duda volvería.

The photos don't do justice to such a beautiful place, all the rooms have a bathroom, hot water and air conditioning. The second floor is wonderful, the perfect place to relax and chill out. The kitchen has all the necessary implements and is very spacious, you just have to be careful not to leave food out for the monkeys and raccoons. The internet is super stable for working and Omar is an excellent person, we will definitely be back!

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!

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.

We stayed in 5 for 2 weeks in this wonderful house. Everything was there; Omar's welcome, his availability and advice, Reza's responsiveness when we had questions and of course the idyllic setting. We were lucky enough to be able to observe animals while eating our meals. We will only have wonderful memories of this family stay.❤️

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❤️

Great stay! Omar welcomed us very well. He recommended a great local restaurant for our arrival: mister cook. We were also able to get a fresh fish thanks to it, a delight! The accommodation is perfect, very quiet and very relaxing!

Super séjour ! Omar nous a tres bien accueilli. Il nous as conseillé un super restaurant local pour notre arrivé : mister cook. Nous avons également pu obtenir un poisson frais grâce à lui, un délice ! Le logement est parfait, très calme et très reposant !

We loved it as a family! Since we arrived at the house we were greeted by Omar, very kind who was very attentive to every detail. It's a small town, very quiet and apparently safe. The house had everything you need, the beds clean, comfortable, bathrooms in each room. Walking about 5 minutes is the beach, nice and tasty for bathing, 5-7 minutes by car there are other very nice beaches also: Punta Uva. In the Refugio we also enjoy walking under the shade of the trees, we saw monkeys and lazy ones and we bathed on the beach! In the evening we cook in the spacious 2nd floor kitchen or we ate in a local restaurant. I would definitely come back, we loved the house, the beach, the village and the attention of Omar! Thanks!

Nos encantó como familia! Desde que llegamos a la casa nos recibió Omar, muy amable que estuvo muy atento de todos los detalles. Es un pueblo pequeño, muy tranquilo y al parecer seguro. La casa tenía todo lo necesario, las camas limpias, cómodas, baños en cada habitación. Caminando unos 5 minutos esta la playa, bonita y sabrosa para bañarse, a 5-7 minutos en auto hay otras playas muy lindas también: Punta Uva. En el Refugio también disfrutamos caminando bajo la sombra de los árboles, vimos monos y perezosos y nos bañamos en la playa! En la noche cocinamos en la amplia cocina del 2do piso o comimos en un restaurante local. Volvería sin duda, nos encantó la casa, la playa, el pueblito y la atención de Omar! Muchas gracias!

Great house, very pleasant open plan living room on the edge of the forest, birds, monkeys... Beach accessible by walking distance in 5 minutes. Very responsive host! Excellent stay! Thank you!

Super maison, pièce à vivre ouverte très agréable en bordure de forêt, oiseaux, singes… Plage accessible à pied en 5 minutes. Hôte  très réactif! Séjour au top ! Merci !

The place is exactly like in the photos, it’s beautiful and it’s really nice. The beds are super comfy. We did have a couple of issues. The fridge doesn’t work properly, only the freezer works. The other issue is that it rained really hard at night and one of the bedrooms and the bathroom got floated, the water was coming from the second floor and it poured into the bedroom, some of our items and clothing got soaking wet. Reza and Omar were friendly, the allowed us to check out an our later.

So sorry for the flood. The rain was unusual. The refrigerator has been replaced. Sorry for the inconvenience.

The place had a really nice open concept on the top floor, where the kitchen is, it was a really comfortable all around. During the day there’s plenty of birds visiting, had monkeys visit the trees by the pool during the mornings too. It’s really close to the beach so it’s about a 5 minute walk. Had a great time, would come again.

This was a great home to share with a group. We were 5. The bedrooms are downstairs each with their own bathroom. The upstairs is spacious and airy with great birding views, lots of room, two hammocks, sitting spaces, and a well equipped kitchen, with everything you would have in your own kitchen, even a cast iron pan. There are raccoons that visit the kitchen nightly but as long as all food is put away and the kitchen is cleaned up they are not a bother. Walking distance to the beach and restaurants. I highly recommend this beautiful home.

the appartment was great and everything fine Omar, the Guy who takes Care about the Airbnb and the people, is really awesome and helped us a Lot! skirt come again 😊

the appartment was great and everything fine Omar, the Guy who takes Care about the Airbnb and the people, is really awesome and helped us a Lot! gonna come again 😊

The place has a great second floor with a common area, there is air conditioning in the rooms and it is really close to the beach. We had a couple of minor inconveniences like the fridge leaking water, encountering some bugs in the rooms, also there is no toiletries in the bathrooms, other than that we really enjoyed our stay and we will keep it in mind for next trips the caribbean area

Great host and great communication! Thanks for hosting!

Cuculeka House is a great place to relax and enjoy, is located in an excellent place. The kitchen has all the stuff that you need it. I will take in a future others vacations in "Casa Cuculeka"

We loved Reza and Salima’s place! The open living space on the second floor was beautiful and a great place to relax when not enjoying the nearby beach and jungle. We enjoyed the beach, snorkeling, and hiking through the wildlife refuge, all activities just a short walk from the house. The whole town was walkable and welcoming.

Great home, incredible concept of having the kitchen and living areas open on the rooftop. Only recommendation would be to provide more towels, & possibly some toiletries like body soap and shampoo in case people forget. There were none & limited towels for 6 guests. We’d forgotten but it was late at night and had to drive 20 minutes to town to get some. Other than that, great stay! Thanks for having us!!

Hi Ronnie.  We're happy you enjoyed your stay.  I wish you had contacted us for more towels.  We have plenty of extras! But we don't provide toiletries as it is not customary to do so.  Sorry for any inconvenience.

Reza's place was the best!! The simple fact that they wrote to me by whastapp to better coordinate check-in made things easier. Also, any communication with them was super quick and they were attentive to any need, they even recommended restaurants, bars and activities. The rooms are spotless, each with AC and a mosquito net on each bed so you don't have a problem with the bugs. The open kitchen was the cutest thing in the house, it allowed us to see nature up close. We had Manzanillo Beach minutes walking as well the national park. I 100% recommend this house.

El alojamiento de Reza fue de lo mejor!! El simple hecho de que me escribieran por whastapp para coordinar mejor la llegada, facilitó mucho las cosas. Asimismo, cualquier comunicación con ellos fue súper rápida y estuvieron atentos a cualquier necesidad, incluso recomendaron restaurantes, bares y actividades. Los cuartos impecables, cada uno con AC y un mosquitero sobre cada cama para no tener problema con los insectos. La cocina abierta era lo más lindo de la casa, nos permitió ver la naturaleza de cerca. Tuvimos la playa de Manzanillo a minutos caminando, así como el parque nacional. Recomiendo 100% esta casa.

We stayed at this property for 5 days on our trip to this property with a breathtaking open-air option that clearly highlights this house. From there we explored the Caribbean side of Costa Rica and its national parks, where we could walk to a national park. Even though we were in a residential area we were able to watch and hear animals we were able to watch and hear. The sounds in the morning insulation were overwhelming. Thank you for everything!!!

Wir waren auf unserer Reise durch Costa Rica für 5 Tage in dieser Unterkunft mit einer atemberaubenden Openair-Möglichkeit, die dieses Haus ganz klar hervorhebt. Von dort haben wir die karibische Seite von Costa Rica und deren Nationalparks erkundet, wobei wir einen Nationalpark fußläufig erreichen konnten. Obwohl wir uns  in einer Wohnsiedlung befanden, haben wir Tiere beobachten und hören können. Die Geräusche in der Morgendämmung waren überwältigend. Danke für alles!!!

The absolutely ideal House! We had a wonderful 15 days ( 5 adults) We saw a sloth, toucans, and a multitude of birds from the floor of the house! The village is not "distorted" by tourists , Manzanillo beach is very beautiful . As soon as we had a question , Omar was there to help us. Thanks again for sharing your magical home!

La Maison absolument idéale ! Nous avons passé 15 jours merveilleux ( 5 adultes) Nous avons observé un paresseux, des toucans et une multitude d’oiseaux depuis l’étage de la maison ! Le village n’est pas « dénaturé « par les touristes , la plage de Manzanillo est très belle . Dés que nous avions une question , Omar était là pour nous aider . Merci encore de partager votre maison magique !

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this beautiful house in Manzanillo! Our family of five stayed for a month and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect home away from home. The house itself was spacious and comfortable. The upstairs outdoor living was an amazing experience. The beds were comfortable and everyone had plenty of space to spread out and relax. We also appreciated the air conditioning, which gave us somewhere to retreat to. The local restaurants were fantastic and we loved trying all the different options nearby. The people in the area were also incredibly friendly and welcoming. The beach was just a short walk away from the house. We spent countless hours there, enjoying walks and swimming. There is a beautiful wildlife refuge within walking distance as well that we visited many times. The home is well equipped for work if that is a requirement. The two internet connections were reliable and both were fast enough for video calls. Highly recommended!

Beautiful open plan property, the jungle and animals nearby. Very warm, hearing howler monkeys and watching the monkeys in the trees directly in front of the house while being less than a 10 min walk from the beach make the experience even more exceptional! We would recommend it without hesitation!!

Très belle propriété tout à aire ouverte, la jungle et les animaux à proximité. Très chaleureux, entendre les singes hurleurs et observer les singes dans les arbres directement devant la maison tout en étant à moins de 10 min de marche de la plage rendent l’expérience encore plus exceptionnelle! Nous recommandons sans hésitation !!

Thank you for staying with us.  It was our pleasure to host you.

We had a great time very comfortable rooms, excellent location

La pasamos muy bien habitaciones muy cómodas, excelente ubicación

Excellent place to stay in Puerto Viejo, close to everything... the house has the basics for a family walk! 100% recommended...

Excelente lugar para hospedaje en Puerto Viejo, cerca de todo... la casa tiene lo básico para un paseo en familia! 100% recomendable...

Beautiful peaceful place. Suitable for couple of friends . Really enjoyed it.

The place Manzenillo is perfect for chilling out and for some nice days on the sea. We were able to do a dolphin tour and a chocolate tour, both were very nice. There are a few nice restaurants and 2 supermarket, here you can get everything you need. People are open and very friendly. You can get everywhere with the bus or a tuctuc.

Der Ort Manzenillo ist perfekt zum chillen und für einige schöne Tage am Meer. Wir konnten eine Delphintour machen und eine Schokoladentour, war beides sehr schön. Es gibt ein paar schöne Restaurants und 2 Supermarket, hier bekommt man alles was man braucht. Die Leute sind offen und sehr freundlich. Mit dem Bus oder einem Tuctuc kommt man überall hin.

Overall we very much enjoyed our stay here. The outside living space was very enjoyable. However, we stayed for a full 2 weeks and we were pretty sick of the mosquitos at night by the end of it. If you’re only staying a couple of days, probably not an issue, but be aware.

This stay exceeded all expectations! It was so beautiful, quiet, clean, and the rain on the roof is miraculous sounding. 12/10!!! ❤️🙏🏻

Ideal for anyone looking for peace. Party animals on your way ! 200 meters from the beach. Easy access via the paved road. Beautiful house with an awesome living space upstairs. very clean, very well equipped. We had a pleasant stay there.

Idéal pour qui cherche le calme. Fêtards passer votre chemin ! 200 mètres de la plage. Accès facile par la route goudronnée. Superbe maison avec un espace de vie génial à l'étage. très propre très bien équipée. Nous y avons passé un agréable séjour.

The house is situated on a beautiful spot close to the beach.  very spacious and specially the outside kitchen en living are gorgeous.

beautiful upstairs, right in the middle of nature. close to nature and howling monkeys.  the kitchen was wellstocked and the couches comfy if damp. the rooms were a little dissapointing. one smelled bad and was very damp. there were also no curtains. but the experience and the top floor still makes a stay worthwhile

Ten thumbs up from our family of five.  This was a fantastic place.  The full upstairs is a spacious open-air living space with the kitchen in the middle.  It was a great place for everyone to relax, listen to the birds and howler monkeys, and catch the ocean breezes.  Everything was clean and comfortable.  We also loved that we had a five minute walk to the beach and a ten minute walk to a wildlife refuge.  The day we explored the refuge we saw a toucan, monkeys, a sloth, lots of colorful crabs, and an agouti.  The kids also did some snorkeling at one of the beaches and were impressed.  One day we spent at Cocles beach which is a busier surfing beach.  That was a lot of fun but it was nice to retreat to our quieter house at the end of the day.  Thanks for the great stay.

Thank you again.  It was a pleasure hosting you.  We hope you will return to Manzanillo soon.

This was our first time in Costa Rica and we enjoyed stay in Casa Cuculeca. Beach is close, we walked to the ocean multiple times per day. Beach is beautiful, there are calm water for swimming on the right side of the beach and surf on the left. Manzanillo is a charming village with a choice of restaurants, or you can cook yourself, house has full equipped kitchen. Second floor is great place to gather for big company of friends, it has breeze and good view. Please consider that road from San Jose has constant road works on the most part, single line and no shoulders, so plan accordingly.

That is one adorable pleace. No loud parties in the neighborhood. Really calm and pieceful. You can relax at maximum. The house and especially the kitchen has really good equipment. We cooked a lot and there was nothing missing. The fridge is very huge and works without getting tired. The bathrooms were clean and the beds are very comfortable. We will stay again in august there. Highly recommended!

Excellent place and very well located, we really liked it.

Excelente lugar y muy bien ubicado, nos gustó mucho.

Incredible central place 300 meters from the beach, surrounded by nature, super cool details of the house, I would definitely come back, the only thing I would change would be the space for 2 cars but we managed to accommodate them super well

Increíble lugar céntrico a 300 metros de la playa, rodeado de naturaleza, detalles super cool de la casa, definitivamente volvería, lo único que le cambiaría sería el espacio para 2 carros pero los logramos acomodar super bien

Security was a very important point, we left our car outside and nothing happened.The location is perfect to access the beach, restaurants, etc. You can relax there. We loved the Open kitchen and living room. Also Omar the house manager is super kind. He even helped us to change a tire. xD

Nice place ... excellent location. Clean and very good communication with the owner. For sure, I recommend this place to the  Airbnb community.

Nice place!! Good location 200 mts from Manzanillo, the open space is great for gatherings!

The house is very beautiful and very clean. The floor offers magnificent views.

La maison est très belle et très propre. L’étage offre des vues magnifiques.

Very cute house near the beach. A bit noisy because of neighbors partying,roosters and dogs barking during the night but that's nothing the owners can do about. Everything was perfect on their end and personally it didn't bother me that much ;)

Sorry about the noise.  Depending on the season, on some Friday and Saturday, guests may experience noise (usually music) from nearby homes occupied by weekend travelers. Roosters and dogs are just a part of life in Manzanillo.

Reza and Omar really cared for us during our stay. The house is comfortable and has everything you need to cook, sleep and chill out happy. The beach and national park are within a short walk and the natural beauty is breath taking. I would highly recommend anyone to stay at beautiful Casa Cuculeka ❤️

The house is very well located, 200 meters from Manzanillo. Clean rooms, quiet and safe place, and a spectacular second floor to hang out. We would definitely like to come back.

La casa está muy bien ubicada, a 200 metros de manzanillo. Habitaciones limpias, lugar tranquilo y seguro, y un segundo piso espectacular para pasar el rato. Definitivamente nos gustaría volver.

The house is really good. The 2 floor where u have the kitchen is really nice especially for big family’s like ours. Just few little details missing like some hooks to hang the towels our few things for the kitchen. Besides these Omar had welcome us and also provide fresh fish, and Reza was all the time in contact to make sure that everything was working well! We really had fun and good time at Cuculeka House.

It's amazing close to the beaches. Very good location

Es increíble cerca de la playas. Muy buena ubicación

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