A private pool, 36-foot swimming area, and jacuzzi anchor this luxury 3-bedroom villa in Playa Grande. Sleep up to 8 guests amid jungle wildlife, with a chef’s kitchen and spacious outdoor living.
The Space
Wake to the calls of howler monkeys, spend your days beside the private pool, explore waterfalls, volcanoes, and Pacific beaches, then relax in the jacuzzi beneath the stars. Casa de la Selva combines luxury, nature, and adventure in a peaceful retreat just minutes from Guanacaste’s top attractions.
Set in the Costa Rican jungle and close to beautiful beaches, the villa offers privacy and tranquility surrounded by wildlife. Watch parrots and monkeys from your lounger while enjoying the comforts of this thoughtfully designed home.
The open-concept living area features wall-to-wall sliding glass doors that create a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors. The fully equipped chef’s kitchen includes a large island and seating for eight, making it easy to prepare family meals or enjoy coffee before a day of exploration.
Every bedroom is air-conditioned for comfortable nights. The main-floor primary suite includes:
- A king bed
- A spa-inspired ensuite bathroom
- Indoor and outdoor showers
- Double vanities
- Direct access to the pool deck
Upstairs, two bedrooms share a balcony overlooking the jungle. It is an unforgettable spot to enjoy your morning coffee as the jungle comes alive around you.
Outdoor living is central to the Casa de la Selva experience. Guests can:
- Dine at the handcrafted Guanacaste wood table
- Relax beneath the shaded gazebo
- Grill on the built-in barbecue
- Swim in the expansive 36-foot pool
- Enjoy the submerged pool bar stools
- Unwind in the jacuzzi
Every area has been designed to encourage connection, relaxation, and memorable moments with family and friends.
Personalized Services
Our trusted local concierge and adventure guide can help arrange a customized Costa Rica vacation, including:
- Private chefs
- Airport transfers
- Grocery stocking before arrival
- All-terrain vehicle tours
- Waterfall hikes
- Fishing charters
- Catamaran cruises
- Ziplining
- Horseback riding
- Wildlife experiences
- Other local activities and experiences
Whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, or a combination of both, our team is available to help make your stay comfortable and memorable.
Guest Access
The entire villa is available exclusively to you and your guests. The property includes:
- A double covered car park
- A large private driveway
A four-wheel-drive sport utility vehicle is required to access the property.
Other Things to Note
Because the property is part of a community, the villa is not suitable for large parties or guests who are not included on the reservation.
For security purposes, cameras are installed around the entrance and parking area.
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What guests are saying
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Scott
3 months ago
Scott and Rebekah were excellent hosts! Very responsive with any questions we had and their recommendations for activities and restaurants were perfect for our family. Their home is beautiful and we felt comfortable the moment we walked in.
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Julie
6 months ago
Had a great week staying at this house. Pool was amazing and the outdoor shower was great! Also saw lots of birds, iguanas, deer and even a few monkeys.
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Elzbieta
6 months ago
If you are looking for a perfect vacation in Costa Rica - do not search anymore- this is the place you want to stay . I cannot say enough about the hosts. Rebekah answered thousands of questions I had and was so helpful before and throughout the stay . The place is beautiful, peaceful, plenty of space, kitchen has everything you need. We spent a lot of time swimming, eating and sitting outside . We visited few beaches but the closest Matapalo beach was our favorite. Very quiet, for some reason water was warmer at this beach. We loved it We went to most of the restaurants recommended by Rebekah but our favorites were the little ones: Hellohanny , Bee’s bistro and El Guanacaste . The most special part of our trip: the people Rebakah connected us with: Gustavo, Chicko and Diego . They are the most sincere people we have met. I strongly recommend trips with Gustavo. He does everything to make sure you have a wonderful time.
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Craig
6 months ago
Pura Vida works for everything positive in Costa Rica but one meaning is no worries. The hosts did not know it but I am battling cancer and was in between treatments so having a “no worries” vacation is exactly what me and my family needed. There were five of us; the house was perfect. The primary bedroom was huge with an equally impressive bathroom. The two bedrooms upstairs were also perfect for our son/DIL and granddaughter. The kitchen had everything you need for someone like our son who is a chef. Pots, pans, blenders, and every utensil on the planet made it a chefs vacation dream. The outdoor kitchen was also great; we ate every meal out there. The pool is very big; we ended up in there most days after beach time, waterfall hikes, zip lining, catamaran rides, etc. They can arrange all of this for you. Overall I’d highly recommend this place.
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Elizabeth
7 months ago
Casa de la Selva is a beautiful home: even better than the photos! Gustavo and Chico were very friendly and helpful and the guidebook that Rebekah, Scott and Andrew provide is full of helpful tips and ideas: beaches, restaurants, grocery stores, activities, etc. They were also super-responsive when we had issues and questions. The pool was the perfect temperature and the kitchen was well-stocked. The views were amazing and we saw lots of wildlife and heard howler monkeys at night. The house is very remote, but it is nice to have Bee's Bistro as an option at the bottom of the hill, which is walkable, if you aren't afraid of a hike, and a super-short drive if that is your preference. We would definitely stay at Casa de la Selva again if we return to Costa Rica. Pura Vida!
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Paul
8 months ago
This home is just as great as the pictures. This community offers extreme privacy with a deep connection to nature. It is a very hilly community so maybe not the best for walking around. Recommend a four wheel drive vehicle. It is amazing for privacy and views and being safe in a gated community. Close to many beaches and quality excursions. Le Leona waterfall is a great trip for a family adventure. The community has a shared pool at the top with some of the most incredible views. Howler monkeys came right up to the trees beside our place. Many lizards. Great hospitality, pre order groceries, had a meal prepared also for us. By local restaurant. Lots of quality choices available to enhance your stay or amazing as it is. Excellent kitchen and outdoor cooking area. Great pool and my favorite is the outdoor shower. Any small issues are immediately addressed and I highly recommend this to all who are looking for extremely private nature excursion.
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Bret
8 months ago
Rebekah and Scott were amazing hosts. Very detailed information on what to do in the area from beaches to food close by. Their recommended chef was amazing and true to the local cuisine. Their activities guide was amazing with a private snorkel and fishing day with sunset. Very private gated community. We would definitely recommend their home
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Ryan
9 months ago
The villa fealt very safe being inside a gated development. We were greeted by Chico at the gate when we arrived and he led us to the villa and went through it with us. He was readily availble for anything we might need during our stay. The kitchen was welll stocked with everything we needed and the house was very clean. The air conditioning worked well. We spent a lot of time using the pool and bbq area. There was a lot of space for our family of 5 to spread out. We would recomend doing a large grocery haul at the PriceSmart before going to the Villa to set yourself up for your stay. Close proximity to many beaches. We were glad we had a vehicle while staying here.
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Michael
9 months ago
Very kind people and the property manger was outstanding
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Dante
10 months ago
We stayed here with our two young children and enjoyed it very much. We went boating and drove to several close beaches. It was a wonderful place to be. Safe and accommodating.
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