Villa Makai is a luxury vacation home built on a secluded one-acre property where you can enjoy absolute privacy and tranquility, nestled in the jungle and overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Villa Makai is a two-level 2-bedroom modern home. The main level of the home is an open-concept living and kitchen area. You will enjoy peace and privacy while being less than a 3-minute drive to the world-class surfing beaches and downtown Santa Teresa. The space Villa Makai is a luxurious vacation home that is located above the rustic surf town of Santa Teresa in Costa Rica. Nestled in the jungle and overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this upscale and modern villa is a wonderful tropical hideaway. Come here to experience the peace and tranquility of Costa Rica’s nature while still only being a 3-minute drive to town and Santa Teresa’s world-class surfing beaches. Villa Makai is a comfortable 2-bedroom villa with elegant architecture inspired by the surrounding natural landscape. It has a fully equipped kitchen, open concept living spaces that are beautifully furnished and an inviting pool looking out to the Pacific Ocean below. Start each day with a morning coffee on the patio while breathing in the fresh jungle air. Spend the afternoon’s poolside as a steady refreshing breeze flows freely throughout the living areas. Relax with a cocktail at dusk and enjoy the breathtaking views as the sunsets over the ocean. This luxury tropical villa is perfect for families or couples looking to relax and unwind from their daily hustle-and-bustle. It is the ideal accommodation for those who appreciate privacy and nature’s beauty as well as high-end amenities. Villa Makai is also a wonderful vacation home for a romantic honeymoon getaway. 2 Extra single beds can be available upon request. In order for you to enjoy your vacation to the fullest, Villa Makai comes with a daily cleaning service, pool service and security guard from sunset until sunrise. Guest access The entire house is available for guests. Absolute privacy. Only the daily cleaning team has access to the house, if this is desired and after consultation with the guests. Other things to note The Wildlife Santa Teresa and the surrounding area boast a wide variety of wildlife. While you are staying at Villa Makai, you may have the opportunity to see white face capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, coatis, iguanas as well as many other local animals. There are also several species of birds in the area including woodpeckers, magpie- jays, pelicans and hummingbirds. Blue Zone The Nicoya Peninsula has been designated one of the five Blue Zones in the World. It has been deemed one of the healthiest places in the world in which to live where its people lead healthy lifestyles and live longer than most other places in the world. Santa Teresa truly is a paradise where both visitors and residents can enjoy a high level of well-being. The Restaurants Santa Teresa is quickly becoming known as the gastronomic capital of Costa Rica. There are many local Costa Rican "Sodas" in Santa Teresa as well as many delicious international restaurants specializing in Italian, Spanish, Argentinean and Asian cuisine. We will provide you with a list of all the delightful restaurants in town that you must try during your stay. The Beaches Within a few minutes drive you will find several of the most beautiful white sand beaches in Costa Rica including Playa Carmen, Playa Santa Teresa, Playa Hermosa and Mal Pais. Lined by a lush tropical jungle, these gorgeous beaches are known for their consistent surf throughout the year.

## The Space

Villa Makai is a luxurious two-level vacation home situated on a secluded one-acre property. Nestled in the jungle and overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this modern villa offers complete privacy and tranquility. The main level features an open-concept living and kitchen area designed for comfort and relaxation.

This elegant 2-bedroom villa is inspired by the surrounding natural landscape and includes a fully equipped kitchen, beautifully furnished living spaces, and an inviting pool with stunning ocean views. Start your mornings on the patio with fresh jungle air, spend afternoons by the pool enjoying a gentle breeze, and unwind at dusk with a cocktail while watching breathtaking sunsets over the ocean.

Villa Makai is ideal for families or couples seeking a peaceful retreat away from daily routines. It also serves as a perfect romantic honeymoon destination. Upon request, two extra single beds can be provided.

To enhance your stay, the villa offers daily cleaning service, pool maintenance, and security from sunset until sunrise.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive access to the entire house, ensuring absolute privacy. The cleaning team will only enter the property if requested and after consulting with guests.

## Location

Villa Makai is located just a 3-minute drive from downtown Santa Teresa and its world-class surfing beaches. The property is perched above the rustic surf town, providing a peaceful jungle setting while remaining close to local amenities.

## Wildlife

The Santa Teresa area is rich in wildlife. During your stay, you might spot white-faced capuchin monkeys, howler monkeys, coatis, iguanas, and various other native animals. Birdwatchers can enjoy sightings of woodpeckers, magpie-jays, pelicans, and hummingbirds.

## Blue Zone

The Nicoya Peninsula, where Santa Teresa is located, is recognized as one of the world's five Blue Zones. This designation highlights the region as one of the healthiest places globally, where residents enjoy long, healthy lives. Santa Teresa offers visitors and locals alike a high quality of well-being.

## Restaurants

Santa Teresa is emerging as a culinary hotspot in Costa Rica. The town features many local Costa Rican "sodas" as well as international restaurants serving Italian, Spanish, Argentinean, and Asian cuisines. A curated list of recommended dining options will be provided to guests.

## Beaches

Within a short drive, you can explore several of Costa Rica’s most beautiful white sand beaches, including Playa Carmen, Playa Santa Teresa, Playa Hermosa, and Mal Pais. These beaches are framed by lush tropical jungle and are renowned for consistent surf conditions year-round.

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Great stay. However it is very hot in the kitchen and lots of bugs. Be mindful of raccoons coming into the house at night.

Being surrounded by nature, facing a breathtaking ocean view, and still feeling completely at home. The staff gave us an incredible welcome. The house is beautifully designed, spotless, and stunning. The garden, pool, and yoga area are spacious and beautiful. The combination of nature, scenery, tranquility, and luxury creates a perfect experience. From the welcome gift package we received upon arrival to the help with every little detail — everything was exceptional. Every day we returned to a clean and organized house, with the garden freshly maintained as well. Highly recommended. We will definitely come back.

Excellent house, communication with the staff was amazing! Sophie took care of everything. The only thing I can say is that, since it's up on the mountain, it's a bit scary to go by ATV at night, as the road isn't lit. The rest is all 10/10

Excelente casa, la comunicación con el staff fue increíble! Sophie se preocupó por todo. Lo único que puedo decir es que como es arriba de la montaña, da un poco de miedo ir en ATV en las noches ya que no esta iluminado el camino. El resto todo 10/10

Great location and amazing view, loved it!

My fiancé and I stayed here for three months and had a fantastic experience. The views were incredible, the staff was great, and everyone was super helpful and accommodating. It’s perfect for shorter stays, but also works well for longer-term stays, just be sure to read the full description.

We’ve been a guest several times at Villa Makai. Feels like home every time we return. The team is always responsive and friendly.

We had a very pleasant stay at Villa Makai :) Josefina was very kind, attentive to needs and always helpful. The house is very well located, the view of the sea is beautiful, the spacious rooms, the pool and the deck to do yoga we liked a lot, however, I think a point to improve is given the open concept of the house, we had quite a few ants inside the house, even in the rooms. We'll still go back to Santa Teresa again:)

Tuvimos una estadía muy agradable en Villa Makai :) Josefina fue muy amable ,atenta a las necesidades y siempre colaboradora. La casa está muy bien ubicada, la vista hacia el mar es hermosa , las habitaciones amplias, la piscina y el deck para hacer yoga nos gustó bastante, sin embargo , creo un punto a mejorar es dado el concepto abierto de la casa , teníamos bastantes hormigas dentro de la casa ,inclusive en las habitaciones. Aún así volveremos a Santa Teresa nuevamente:)

We had an amazing time at Villa Makai. Concierge made our life easy and the daily cleaning gave us time to enjoy the trip even more! Pura vida

The house was impeccable in so many ways. Super comfortable beds, great linens, amazing view to wake up to. Perfect view of the sunset directly in front of the house. Super clean and well kept up. All the staff were sweet and amazing and extremely responsive.  Would not hesitate to book here again or one of their other amazing houses.

Loved this villa. Very immersed in the jungle. Downstairs is totally open air and screened in. Upstairs has closed doors and is air conditioned. Clean, modern, great and comfortable accommodations. Beautiful ocean and jungle view. Just up the road from Central Santa Teresa. Could have asked for much else. There is parking on villa property with a gate that closes with a remote. Super safe.

We immediately felt comfortable and at home. The view is beautiful, nature right at your feet. We would have stayed longer if we had had the time. Thank you for making our stay unforgettable.

Wir haben uns sofort wohl und wie zu Hause gefühlt. Die Aussicht ist wunderschön, die Natur direkt vor den Füssen. Wir wären länger geblieben, wenn wir die Zeit gehabt hätten. Vielen Dank, dass ihr uns den Aufenthalt unvergesslich gemacht habt.

Villa makai was amazing right in the heart of Santa Teresa everything was extremely close. The concierge service provided was first class as they were there for your every need and answer any questions or concerns right away. Place is beautiful and we loved it. Important to note property is up a steep hill that is paved and unpaved so we used ATVs to get up and down.

The place was really nice and the views are really beautiful, also the staff is always very friendly, the only thing to consider is that the kitchen and living room area does'nt have an A/C sistem, and it can get very hot during the day, other wise i very much enjoyed my stay

We all loved it, it has a private pool which is great to have the kids in sight and accessible at the time they want to use it. Excellent location, in nature but at the same time super close to downtown, the street to the house is not as steep as other places in the area. Impeccable, everything is very clean, Josefina is very attentive. A lot of nature surrounds the house, which is nice to be there, the house is very relaxing. to the grill we use. For those who go with children and want to cook, the only thing is that it does not have a microwave, which is barely useful for everyone sitting down, so that it does not get cold, because if it does not touch, it is heated in the kitchen. However, it is a small detail, nothing that cannot be solved or it is easy to bring the one from home. Definitely a place we'll be back to.

A todos nos encantó , que temga piscina privada lo cual es un éxito para tener los chicos a la vista y accesible a la hora que la quieran usar. Excelente ubicación, dentro de la naturaleza pero a la vez súper cerca del centro , la calle hacia la casa no es tan empinada como otros lugares de la zona Impecable todo muy limpio , Josefina muy atenta. Mucha naturaleza rodea la casa lo cual es lindo estar allí, muy relajante la casa. hasta la parrilla utilizamos. Para las que van con niños y quieren cocinar lo único es que No tiene microondas lo cual todos sentados apenas se sirve para que no se enfríe xq si no toca calentar en la cocina , sin embargo es un pequeño detalle,nada que no se pueda resolver o bien llevar el de la casa es fácil. Definitivamente un lugar al que regresaremos.

Very comfortable place, it is impeccable, just as it is in the photos.

Muy cómodo el lugar, está impecable tal cual en las fotos.

We had a wonderful stay at the house. The view of the sea is absolutely stunning, and the peaceful surroundings made it the perfect place to disconnect and relax. Waking up to the sound of nature was a real treat. The house is comfortable, well-equipped, and blends beautifully into the natural setting. We truly enjoyed every moment and would love to return.

We had the best time at Villa Makai! Josefina was amazing to work with and was super responsive and helpful with local recommendations and helping us secure an ATV for our arrival. The house was unreal, with ocean views and open concept. Amazing appliances and grill, making it easy to feel at home!!! The beds were unreal comfortable and the cleaning service daily was such a nice touch to keep it feeling fresh!!! we loved the location of this spot as well, in the heart of town, but just far enough up the road so that you could escape the craziness. We love ST! Thanks again :)

A true gem in Santa Teresa. Casa Miraki exceeded all our expectations: the view is absolutely breathtaking, the pool is perfect for relaxing, and the host is by far the best — friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile. The rooms are spacious, beautifully decorated, and offer stunning ocean views from sunrise to sunset. Every detail is thoughtfully taken care of. We will definitely be coming back!

The villa was stunning with incredible sunset and ocean views. Team was fantastic too. I can’t wait to go back.

Beautiful stay. The concierge is extremely responsive and helpful. Super central Santa Teresa, gorgeous views. Thanks so much :)

Amazing place, super comfortable, clean, great!

Increíble lugar, súper cómodo, limpio, genial!

This was our second time staying at Villa Makai. It was as beautiful as we remembered. This time it especially felt like home. The entire team was fantastic as always. We’ll be back again soon.

Amazing environment, stunning view of the sea and sunset. An accurate description of a luxurious jungle experience. There is everything you need in the villa and the hosts are available and attentive all the time. Highly recommended.

We rented this villa for my mom and her boyfriend and they had a blast!! The place is beautiful hidden in the mountains and with a lot of good energy. Definitely recommend it!!

The house did not match the pictures in its entirety. It said it was on a secluded acre, but it was not. There were houses everywhere, right next to each other. Pictures must have been taken before the other houses were built. Their description also mentions that it is an open concept home but left out that it was an open AIR concept home. Downstairs only had screens doors which do not lock. There is AC in the upstairs bedrooms, so it’s very hot downstairs. There were maintenance and housekeeping personnel there at all times which took away from the seclusion that we expected. It was nice that they were there to take care of the place but when we go on vacation we like to be totally alone and unbothered. This may work for some people but not us. The AC did not work the first night but thankfully they replaced it the next day. The road to get to the house is horrible. Many potholes. Santa Teresa has nothing to do but to go to the beach. Overall, we feel we overpaid and  misled.

FYI- get a 4x4. This road getting up to the location was dicey. If you’re not high incline mountain driver, don’t skip on the good rental. Yes there’s construction but I didn’t really notice it until midday and even then, it wasn’t crazy loud. Great place if you are traveling with another couple or 2 friends that want their own master with bathroom. Bed are insanely comfortable, I’m a side sleeper so usually I like a hybrid and these were super firm but it was strangely the most comfortable bed I’ve slept on. There are surrounding buildings next to us that people could possibly see you in the backyard from, just don’t be naked and you’re fine. The private pool, backyard was amazing and Josefina was the best host in the world. She is the main person you’ll book anything with, ask any local questions and just to chat with in general was a dream. I would absolutely come back but mostly for Josefina!

Villa Makai is truly beautiful & peaceful - everything we could imagine for our stay while in Santa Teresa!  The views of the ocean & jungle are outstanding & the backyard pool oasis was a refreshing retreat for the warm days.  The house was clean, the two king-bed bedrooms each with private bathroom & gorgeous views were wonderful too.  Our host, Josefina, was one of the very best!  She set up communication from the beginning - was extremely helpful with directions - and was available at all times for any questions or needs we had.  My only negative is that we didn't realize the house was as "open concept" as it is.  The main level is only screened in so wildlife (raccoons) can open the screen doors at night to look for food.  Also because of it being open - there were other visitors like tarantulas, ants, insects.  It was nice to hear the jungle sounds in the evening, but a little difficult to relax in the evening with some of these worries ongoing.  But loved it & would stay again!

Hard to believe but this place actually looks nicer than the photos. A little slice of heaven nestled on a jungle hilltop. Our concierge Josefina was very helpful and responsive to our needs. Even in the days prior to arriving she assisted us with our questions and requests. We’ll likely be returning guests.

Beautiful surrounding, peaceful and amazing view. The villa is super clean, great designed and got everything you need. The host are responsive and friendly and helped us with getting around. highly recommended!!!

Good location and amazing views. Rooms and ameneties are stunning. Waking up with those views, worth the price.

Perfect stay! Exactly what I was looking for. Sereen did a great job as a concierge, always went the extra mile

Wonderful place to enjoy your vacation. Sereen was very helpful and responsive.

We loved our stay at the Villa Makai. We absolutely loved Santa Teresa and coming up the hill and staying in the serene Villa Makai made it that much better. We used a UTV for our entire trip and I would say a 4x4 vehicle is a requirement pretty much anywhere you stay. Already planning our next trip to ST…

Hey there This was an amazing stay great location for a nice getaway Great hosts i definitely recommend it and definitely recommend getting an atv to get around!

This is probably one of the nicest Air BnB's we've stayed in and the hosts were amazing. The villa had an amazing view, the hosts were very good a communication. They had great amenities and recommendations. Overall the Air BnB and the hosts were amazing. A few things to note: the hill is steep, we were able to arrive in good time and we had SUV's but the driveway is not for the faint of heart. Another thing (which is probably the only reason I couldn't give this place 5 stars) is the Noise. We booked this location because we wanted to be away from all the business and craziness of downtown Santa Teresa, however shortly before we arrived, we were informed that there was construction ongoing in the nearby villas. I realize that this isn't completely within the hosts control, but it was extremely loud. The sawing and drilling went on from 6:50 in the morning until 5:30pm and made it difficult to relax in the villa. Overall the hosts were great, but the noise made things difficult.

We really enjoyed our stay in Makai. The view is amazing, everything was super clean and the kitchen is very well equipped.    The beds were very comfortable and the bathrooms are very clean and spacious. The communcication with the concierge was very easy and helpful. Also the check in was very well organized. There was everything we needed, and we would definitely recommend this place to anyone!

We had the chance to stay at Villa Makai in Santa Teresa for our first week in Costa Rica. The best word that describe our experience is « WOW »! The house is beautiful, literally in the jungle, we actually saw monkeys, birds ans other animals during our stay. It’s an open concept which is perfect to enjoy the beautiful weather of Santa Teresa, with an amazing pool and an outside dinning space. The beds are so comfortable, the house is super clean with someone coming everyday to clean and change the towels. Finally, and I think it’s the most important part, I never saw a customer service that great. I am myself an host on AirBnb and I was amazed by the service Sereen provide us. She helps us booked activities, when we had questions she was always there to answer us and very quick, she was super sweet and friendly, I have nothing but good things to say about her. If I come back to Santa Teresa it would be for sure with Pure and one of the reason is definetly Sereen, thank you so much!

Super nice place, comfy bed, nice pool and very tranquil. Would stay again

Our stay was great. We enjoyed the space and the location. There was some construction going on next door while we were there but it was fairly intermittent. The road up the hill is a steep and very bumpy. 4x4 or four wheeler is necessary. I would recommend to anyone and would stay again.

Wow, where do I even begin with the Villa Makai? My boyfriend and I stayed here for about 3 days and everything was nothing short of perfect. The house was immaculate and clean, they provided a cleaning service every morning to come and reset the vibes. The outside views were absolutely breathtaking, the pictures simply DO NOT do it justice. The pool was a perfect touch to keep us cool- we enjoyed this home towards the end of the rainy season but we still got good weather with plenty of sun and even enjoyed the sound of the night showers. The bedding was comfortable and the shower was very enjoyable! The towels smelled AMAZING- please inhale deep lol. There was construction happening within the neighborhood but this did not cause any distractions nor did it disrupt our peace, we realize that this is a developing area and still enjoyed the space with minimal noise. This home is an open concept home in the middle of the forest, however- we were comforted knowing the premises were patrolled by security at night and protected by a remote controlled front gate. Please invest in a 4x4 vehicle or an ATV as the ride up is steep :) This trip would not have been as enjoyable without the assistance of Sereen. She went above and beyond to ensure all of our needs were met. Such a beautiful person inside and out- she was so warm and welcoming and contributed greatly to our stay. She truly embodied the local mantra Pura Vida! Best, Nas

I wouldn’t stay here until the construction next door is done. It was non stop drilling and grinding, beginning at 6am and lasting till 5pm. The trees could use a trimming, don’t expect to catch the sunset from the backyard, as is possible from other Santa Teresa properties.

Andreas was informed several times before his arrival. We even went to lengths of meeting his request to reduce the construction hours by 1.5hrs. In addition, the construction workers have several breaks throughout the day (ie. breakfast, lunch, etc.) with regards to the trees, we do our best to respect and incorporate  the flora and fauna hence why we don’t cut or trim tress, this is most relevant during the green/wet season and planetary rotation throughout the year. Cutting trees have a huge impact on the animals, it creates an access road for the monkeys to be able to travel freely.

This house is absolutely amazing! The beautiful view of the forest and ocean is unbelievable! My wife and I had such a great time spending our anniversary there. Lucile helped us find the house at night when we had no idea where we were going and she met us to direct us up the hill. There were monkeys, birds and iguanas in the back yard to look at all day. There was construction going on, but we were notified of that prior. There is wild life wild life at night that got into the house, but that was expected with the open floor plan. We would stay here again in a heart beat! The house is beautiful and staff is amazing!

Tranquility. Beach combination with mountain.

Tranquilidad. Combinación de playa con montaña.

Great location and Sereen from the management company will help you with everything while you are at the house. She is everything you need in a concierge service. The house is an open structure so nature is around you. The hill going up the mountain to the house has recently been paved so it makes access easier, but it is still a steep ride with multiple turns that you should be aware of prior to arrival - definitely recommend getting an ATV so you don’t need to drive car/truck around town. There is also currently construction next to the property and a large tarp separating the two properties to increase privacy. If you plan on spending a lot of time at the house pool/backyard i would ask about this. We didn’t spend much time at the house and we’re out all day so it didn’t bother us. Overall great stay!

I know that this is Villa Makai's first bad review, but this is absolutely deserved and anyone getting ready to stay there should beware. My wife and I went to Costa Rica with two friends for a month and stayed at a number of different homes and this was by far the worst because of the deception and withholding of information until it's past the point of canceling. We were supposed to stay August 11th - August 18th and we had already been in Costa Rica for three weeks. The last day we could have cancelled Villa Makai the host casually mentioned in an email to us that there was construction "in the neighborhood" but it shouldn't be too bad. The day before checking in she messaged us that there is also now construction on the road to the house and we'll have to arrive after 4pm since it will be closed off. The villa is advertised as "a luxury vacation home built on a secluded one-acre property" and "you can enjoy absolute privacy and tranquility" plus "You will enjoy peace and privacy while being less than a 3-minute drive to the world-class surfing beaches" We arrived in the afternoon of the 11th and the person who greeted us was very nice. We knew that this was an open concept house with only screens on the bottom floor. Upon entering we saw that the construction wasn't "in the neighborhood" but actually right next door (maybe 20ft away, see pic) and was winding down for the day. Our hostess then told us that there are racoons that will come into the house every night, but they have a lock on the refrigerator and there is an additional closet beside the kitchen with one shelf that we could lock all our food in (which was quite a bit). At 7am on the 12th we were awakened to power tools and clanking metal from the construction next door. As I walked downstairs I could see about half a dozen construction workers next door with a wide open view to the whole property. So much for "seclusion" "privacy" and "tranquility". Add to that the raccoons that in fact had entered our home during the night and ripped the screen, took all of my coffee filters (which was the only thing left out) and let in an endless amount of bugs, spiders and who knows what else. The raccoons I could get over although there wasn't enough room in the closet to store our food on the shelf. The endless banging, and whirr of power tools, plus the constant looks from the construction workers next door was too much and we met with the hostess at the place to let her know this was unacceptable and we would like to be moved or refunded. The owners were (or are) in France or Germany at the time so she would try to get back to us soon. A few hours later the hostess let us know that we could get a 15% discount for the days that construction persisted. We would pay full price on the weekend (which was the next day) since they "probably wouldn't be working". She did not tell us that we could stay at any other property she managed. We let her know that it was not acceptable and we would find another place in Santa Teresa (which we did) and we would like a refund. We left for our new place Saturday morning to the hum of power tools in the neighborhood but delayed due to the road construction again. That evening the hostess told us they had another place in the neighborhood that we could stay at further up the under construction road. We declined and asked for a refund of the days not used since we already had a new place. This, they would not do stating that we had to do that on August 4th (the day they emailed us about construction in the neighborhood), and they couldn't rent it back out in such short notice. This house shouldn't have been rented to anyone during this time frame and the owners knew that, just like they know construction wasn't in the neighborhood, but right next door. They didn't get as far as they did in a week, I can assure you. The owners are liars and greedy and were deceptive in there advertisement of this property. They should have refunded at least 5 days that we were booked there, but they did not.

The house is just as you can see in the photos, very comfortable, clean and functional. In height to enjoy a great view, but at the same time close to the main street, restaurants and beaches. Access is not very good but nothing serious with a 4x4 car. The host was very caring and collaborating. The only issue was that there was a construction next door that although the noise of a city construction does not compare, we expected 100% of tranquility and nature. No construction nearby anyway, it is a house I would recommend and rent again.

La casa es tal cual se ve en las fotos, muy cómoda, limpia y funcional. En altura para gozar de una gran vista, pero al mismo tiempo cerca de la calle principal, restaurantes y playas. El acceso no es muy bueno pero nada grave con un auto 4x4. La anfitriona muy atenta y colaboradora. El único tema fue que había una construcción al lado que si bien no se compara el ruido de una construcción de ciudad, esperábamos 100% de tranquilidad y naturaleza. Sin construcciones cerca de todas maneras es una casa que recomendaría y volvería a arrendar.

We had a great time! Great place to disconnect from the city for a few days!

La pasamos genial! Estupendo lugar para desconectarse de la ciudad unos días!

Villa Makai team can only be described with one word….Kind. Amazing location (you MUST rent an atv or Mule). Super clean with a fully equipped kitchen and bbq. Beautiful yoga deck looking over the jungle and ocean.

Beautiful villa at the top of the hill. 4 of us stayed for 10 days. The villa has great views and vibe around the pool. We loved the fact both rooms are exactly the same (no one staying in the worse room :)). You definitely need a 4x4 especially during the rainy season although we walked up and down a few times - it's 15 minutes of intense climb. The only downside was nearby construction but the villa folks were able to work with us. It would have been nice to find out about construction sooner than 1 day before cancelation period expires or have it extended.

Great place, it was clean, and very comfortable.

Villa Makai is absolutely stunning! From the moment you step in to this magical place you will be amazed by the jungle and the vibes. We had a great vacation. A true gem 🌴

Villa Makai is a great property and Daniy from Pure.cr Vacation Homes are great hosts.  The property is beautiful, all details are of great taste, from the floors to the kitchen utensils, towels that smell really nice, etc.  The pictures are very accurate although the property is not very large, it is appropriate for up to 4 people.  The views are incredible, the sound of the birds, monkeys, wind moving the trees, etc. is out of this world.  Daniy is a fantastic host, always available, in good spirits and providing great tips about activities and any other needs you may have.  As others point out, the climb up to the property is treacherous but it is not a problem if you have a quad or (as it was our case) a sturdy 4x4 (we rented a Toyota Land Cruiser).  Don't try to do it with a regular car!!  The house is only a short distance from the beach and town of Santa Teresa but I highly recommend having a vehicle or vehicles to haul all guests in-and-out.  In sum, one of the best vacation properties I've ever rented and a top notch host.

Villa Makai provides a blissful, transcendental experience that can only be categorized as euphoric. The house is beautifully modern and minimal, and it’s true open concept immerses oneself amongst the trees. The view from the home is spectacular and we were able to witness incredible sunsets filled with jungle noises. My words of admiration for the house are extended two fold to our host beyond compare Dainy. After a weary day of travel she welcomed us into the home late at night and provided us with excellent recommendations throughout our stay. She was attentive and communicative and knew just what to recommend to us and what not to. She made our stay even better and enhanced our experience tremendously. Put simply, I highly highly recommend Villa Makai. Our experience there will be deeply embedded in our memory and we are better for it.

We hope you enjoy Villa Makai the way we did. The views our great and the sunset is magical. Enjoy open to the outside living with beautiful features like a pool and beautiful lounging area. Make sure you get a quad to rip up the steep hill that it lives on, or plan to spend your time in the comfortable indooor / outdoor living space.

This is a fantastic place to stay in Santa Teresa.  The property is secure, well kept, peaceful, in a great location, and has an amazing view.  The host and the rest of the Villa Makai team are very accommodating and attentive.  Get ATVs or 4x4 for the drive up the hill, and have a great time.

Amazing place and great service...some of the best service I've ever had at an Airbnb...the bioluminescence tour with Eddy was perfect...El Corazon is a great restaurant as well

Beautiful place, just as advertised if not better! One thing to note when they say you need 4x4 they aren’t lying…. you need 4x4.

Would stay here again and again!! Seamless check-in, the comfortable place, and the daily cleaner! Everyone we interacted with was spectacular and went above and beyond!! We had 5 people working during each day. Wifi was good enough. Was hard to do video calls from the far bedroom when everyone else was online, but that makes sense. The view of the sunset over the water from the house was epic. Cool wildlife since you're kind of on top of the canopy. Pool was nice and cleaned daily. Just a really great vibe. Definitely need a 4x4 SUV or a quad to get to the top of the hill (like most places in the area). You can do it in a motorbike but I wouldn't recommend doing that. Close to great restaurants and the beach!

Nice Villa! We enjoyed our stay at Villa Makai, the Villa was clean (same as in the pictures), close to the Santa Theresa main street, the restaurants, and the beach. The beautiful sunsets every night was a plus! Nice place to relax and enjoy life! I would rent it again!

Beautiful and peaceful stay. Gorgeous view of both the jungle and the ocean. Great Wifi. We will definitely book again and stay longer next time!

A dream airbnb experience in every way. You've gotta book this place NOW.

Villa Makai is a beautiful home - modern, lush views, private pool, cool iguanas in the trees, not far from town/the beach. The concierge, Valentina, was kind and helpful in booking a few dinners/massage/recommendations/answering Q’s. However, there were a few things I wish we knew before booking. The “open concept” downstairs means there are only screen doors (with holes), so no AC downstairs (which is the best part of the house). This also means bugs got in. They also turned up in the shower a lot, so you had to wait until the cleaner came to use it…sure you could say it’s a tropical place, but our bungalow in Tamarindo did not have that issue. I don’t know how anyone could cook there without a huge ant infestation overnight. There was also a matter of construction on the property, which we weren’t aware of prior to booking. It was resolved eventually after the 2nd day of work and some uncomfortable conversations, but either we should have been notified/agreed to prior to booking or paused until there were no guests. They did comp a massage as a result. On our last night the water stopped working in all parts of the house. They resolved it within a couple of hours. Overall wasn’t the magical experience described in so many reviews. But hey, pura vida.

Hello Tami,   Thank you for your feedback. It’s is very important for us to always keep improving the service according to our guests needs. The team of Villa Makai is working very hard for our guest to not only have a vacation but to have this magical experience as described and as pur guests share in their reviews since more than 4 years. One of the exclusivities we offer, is to have the team living close by the villa, so we are there in the moment you need anything. Like in your case, with a lot of pressure from your side. Just to clarify the point you mentioned about the construction and electricity. This was taken care off immediately.  Construction- We were renovating our storage and laundry room in the parking area before we had guests arriving, a work of 10 days in total. Your arrival was at 3pm and at 5pm they finished the day of work. Next day 3 workers came to work INSIDE the storage without any machine / (Painting, etc) and of course not in the area of the house.. you were uncomfortable with this situation and you requested from our team to leave. We accepted you wish and understood your point that you want to be alone in the entire property. We reacted immediately and sent everyone home for a week. The issue was solved in less than 12 hours..  Regarding the electricity, the area of Santa Teresa is not comparable to other much more developed touristic places such as Tamarindo and other regions in Costa Rica. Weather or even wildlife can cause power cuts. In your case you visit us in May/June when rainy season begins, and power cuts can happen in either an entire road or all town even. However, for this case we have voltage protectors and that's the reason why your house run out of electricity for 30-40 min until our team attend the case. This is not an issue of Villa Makai but again, we do have our team taking care immediately.   Regarding purpose of the screen doors, is to avoid insects coming in. As Santa Teresa is surrounded by beautiful nature, in still happens that insects can come in. The concept of Villa Makai is an open tropical architecture that gives a different feeling and relation with nature and the quietness and wildlife around. This is why the place is different and unique and our guests keep coming back since many years.   The screen sometimes in the corner go out the rails as we have Raccoons at night trying to get into the house take some food. Again, we are in the jungle of Costa Rica. This is also another reason why we notice to our guest not to leave any kind of food outside or feed the animals. However, when raccoons get in, we have to fix the screen again. But we would not say it is rotten or with holes.. For most people to see this wildlife in their garden during their stay it is a unique experience and they love it.   We do have a lot of dinners with private chefs and our guests enjoy amazing meals and cooking experiences in our open/close kitchen in Villa Makai like many other activities and services we offer.  Thank you also for mentioning that we comp you and your husband with a massage of 90 min each that you ordered, as a result of the situation. Also thank you for mentioning Valentina our concierge, she is a big part of the team and making sure you are having the best time.   We hope you could enjoy the rest of your stay and hopefully you will visit us again.  PURA VIDA,  Martin Icigsons (Owner)

We are officially in love with Santa Teresa after our stay here. The sunsets completely enamored us. The home was  perfect for our family of 4. Loved how open and spacious it felt. We would definitely book again!

Villa Makai is just wonderful. Beautiful, clean, well designed modern house with gorgeous views. Valentina is beyond helpful with local tips and assistance making reservations etc. The hill where the house is located is quite steep and uneven, so make sure to rent an appropriate 4X4 car, and go forth unafraid! So many charming restaurants and the food in the area is delicious. We had such a great time in natural, rustic and super friendly Santa Teresa. It was a real reset for our whole family - so highly recommended.  Many thanks Valentina and Martin!

Beautiful place with an open living concept and fantastic views. Sunsets are spectacular. We enjoyed the BBQ and the pool very much. Will be back!

This house is truly everything it is pictured to be! I cannot even put into words how magical this home is.. from the location, to the beautiful scenery when you step into the front yard & backyard. Just BEAUTIFUL! Our host was so helpful and super accommodating to everything we needed. Martin’s place is super cozy, clean, and comfortable.. almost felt like it was our home! I would recommend anyone to stay here. It is truly a must stay for vacation! A little piece of paradise.

This place is epic. Incredible view and perfect for two couples or a small family. They helped with everything we needed along the way and made it a truly easy and relaxing trip. Really looking forward to being back.

Super nice place, super nice house and a spectacular view!

Super lindo el lugar,  la casa super linda y una vista espectacular!

Villa Makai is the perfect space for a small family or two couples. We loved the super open layout, the wood ceilings, and the backyard space. I would definitely recommend a 4x4 vehicle, but the location is close to everything. The hosts are helpful and the housekeeper and groundskeeper were friendly. We felt safe at all times. We would definitely stay again and look forward to being back!

We can’t thank Martin and Julie enough for our stay. Absolute wonderful experience! Could not have been better. Julie was SO accommodating and always quick to respond. She provided everything we needed and recommendations around town for ATV rentals, horseback riding, and even surf lessons. We Will be coming back and recommending to others. The pictures don’t even do it justice. They even had a pineapple, coffee, A/C on, and cleaners that come daily upon our arrival. Very short commute to the town and amazing restaurants nearby. This place is amazing. My words and photos will never do it justice. You must stay here to experience it!

Incredibly lovely villa, beautiful location and amazing hosts. 100% recommend!!!

Incredible place with a pool, beautiful aesthetic/design and an amazing view of the ocean. You may even get to see some monkeys and other wildlife from your window. I highly recommend that you book your stay here if you're staying in Santa Teresa!

This is a wonderful villa in the jungle but still super close to everything Santa Teresa has to offer.  Gorgeous view, great pool, comfortable beds and showers and couches and all around a very nice place.  It’s truly a great value.  Martin and Julie make sure you are well taken care of, very quick to respond to any inquiry.  Great restaurants very close by.  Definitely book this villa if it’s free...cause it won’t be for very long!

Martin & Juli are amazing hosts! You SHOLUD visit this place, it is wonderful and quite calm. The man who gives maintenance to the property is super kindly, he is always there happy to help you. We cant wait to visit this place again!

Myself and five friends stayed in the villa for four nights. The modern, open-plan villa was beautiful & the views incredible. There was plenty of space for us and the amenities were great - we even had a BBQ one night. The villa was sparkling clean and there was daily housekeeping. The villa is a short walk to the beach & all of the shops and restaurants in town. Martin and Julie were perfect hosts - they made us feel very welcome, gave us great recommendations and responded quickly to any questions we had during our stay. Can’t recommend enough !

Beautiful and private! The villa is up on the hill so you are away from the noise and dust of the street and town, but you are a 10 minute hike from restaurants and the beach. The pictures don't do the view justice and showcase the villa exactly as you will find it. Martín and Julie were great hosts and had great recommendations for restaurants to try as well as suggesting and scheduling activities. We didn't want to leave and if/when we go back, Villa Makai will be our first choice for where we want to stay. As others have noted, the road up the hill is in rough shape so you'll need a vehicle with ground clearance. If we had to do it again, we'd also rent an ATV/quad for travel around town rather than an SUV for both comfort, speed, and easier access to more remote places in the area.

Absolutely stunning house and view. We loved sitting in the pool staring off at the ocean in the distance. You really are up in nature here, and that’s about all you’ll hear. It’s the perfect house to just relax and decompress while listening to the monkeys and birds. Martin was an amazing host, very responsive and even brought some toys over for our 1.5 year old that was traveling with us. I can’t recommend this place enough! We would absolutely stay here again and again.

The house/view is beautiful, and the location is very convenient for the Santa Teresa area. Beyond that, Martin & Julie were extremely helpful prior to and throughout our trip. They arranged our ATV/car rental, booked excursions, and provided restaurant recommendations. Above and beyond the call of duty for Airbnb hosts!

Martin is a great host! Very informative and will save you a lot of time trying to figure things out for yourself! Excellent host

Martin is a fantastic host! Very knowledgeable about the area and extremely helpful! Beautiful view and close to everything. Definitely need an ATV to get up and down hill. That’s part of the charm as far as I’m concerned. Martin makes your stay that much better! Great host

Amazing place. Every detail is super thought out. When you arrive, everything is perfectly tidy and clean. Amazing view and the peace and quiet of the place makes for a real place to rest. Martin is an excellent host. They'll be treated very warmly. I would definitely come back and definitely recommend it.

Un lugar increíble. Cada detalle super pensado. Al llegar todo perfectamente ordenado y limpio. Una vista increíble y la paz y tranquilidad del lugar hace que sea un verdadero lugar para descansar. Martín un excelente host. Los tratará de manera muy cálida. Sin duda regresaría y sin duda lo recomiendo.

This is one of my favorite places I have stayed at in Santa Teresa and I have been coming for years. The location is perfect, quiet, beautiful view, and a true Costa Rican experience. You are a minute from all the action but without the noise and dust. The house is beautiful and could not be any better. Martin is there for you when you need anything and he goes the extra length for you making sure you are having the best time. We have stayed on the beach, the main road, in town, and this has been the best location. Privacy and security in a beautiful space. If your dates are available, don’t wait because this books up fast.

Santa Teresa is magical and this house is the best way to experience the area. Villa Makai is just as you see in the pictures but better! It’s in a perfect location, tucked away in the quietness jungle while being just steps away from heart of Santa Teresa’s best restaurants and beaches. The house is thoughtfully designed and very clean. We saw everything from howler monkeys to iguanas and the most beautiful insects without having to go too far. What we appreciated the most was Julie and Martins hospitality! Listen to their recommendations, because they’re truly the best the area has to offer. We can’t wait to come back again!

Jessica, Thank you very much! we hope to see you again soon!

Beautiful place, we saw more wildlife sitting in the backyard then we saw during a hike in the jungle at a nearby national park. Very private and Martin was quick to offer us suggestions. It was really easy to check-in. We love this area of Santa Teresa too. It is walking distance to the Bakery and other great restaurants. It’s not as chaotic as Santa Teresa Beach which is a little north but, if you enjoy walking (up a big hill) you will find everything is quite close. We highly recommend that you try some food at a Soda. It’s cheap, authentic, and delicious.

We can't say enough good things about our stay at this villa and about Martin & Julie's hospitality! Villa Makai was a highlight of our trip that we treasure. We cooked each night, chilled in/by the pool, and enjoyed the incredible views! We hope to return and stay here again soon! Thanks so much Martin & Julie! :)

Victoria and Emmanuel  Thank you very much for your words! It was our pleasure to welcome you and Emanuel. We enjoyed meeting you and we really hope to see back soon! You are always welcome.  Best for you, Julie and Martin

Martin and his wife, Julie were excellent hosts. They were always available to offer great recommendations and just really sweet people. The house is beautiful and has an incredible view. Very convenient location as well. Hope to make it back to enjoy again!

We had an amazing experience staying at Villa Makai with Martin as a host! The view is amazing and the close location to town and the beach was convenient.  You will definitely need a 4 wheel drive SUV/truck to make it up the hill to such an amazing view but it is well worth it.  Martin had tons of great recommendations and was always quick to respond to any questions we had.  Overall I highly recommend this to anyone looking for the full Santa Teresa experience!

Villa Makai is an amazing destination that surpassed all expectations we had for the perfect tropical vacation. Martin was extremely helpful in planning our week and always available for questions. The daily housekeeping is a lovely touch and you absolutely cannot beat the sunset views from the pool. Thank you for a wonderful week!

We loved the clean minimalist space, great view and sounds of the Pacific Ocean and wildlife. Martin was helpful and quick to respond when arranging activities. Make sure you have a 4x4 vehicle here!!!!

Beautiful house in the middle of the forest, with daily cleaning which is highly appreciated. Nevertheless, access is very difficult due to the bad condition of the road. 

Thank you very much for your comment. We are happy you and your family enjoyed your vacation with us..!  Regarding the road we will take care of it as soon as posible. Due to the weather conditions the roads need a very high maintenance. Thank your remark.  Hope to welcome you again.!  Martin.

Absolutely beautiful space! Loved the view & the pool. Wonderful spot for a relaxing family trip. Highly recommend. Martin & family were great and helpful hosts, and it was fun to run into him in town! 

Vanessa,  Thank you for staying with us. It was our pleasure to welcome you. Very happy that you and your family enjoyed to the fullest.  Hope to welcome you again.  Best,  Martin

If I could give Martin more than 5 stars I would! The house is amazing with the very open feel, great backyard, and great views. There was cleaning everyday so the house was never dirty! Also, anything that our group was looking to do, we would reach out to Martin and he would arrange it for us immediately. So hospitable and gave us great tips around town. Villa Makai and Martin are a 12/10!

Mike, Thank you SO much for your comment. I am happy you and your friends had a good time in Santa Teresa.  Hope to welcome you again soon!  Martin

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