See all properties
Entire home

Tropical home in paradise!!

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Tropical home in paradise!!

Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, books, stereo
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Malpais, Puntarenas
  • Playa Mal País
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Carmen Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Teresa Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Malpais

Seaside stay .You'll find Playa Mal País and Carmen Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Santa Teresa Beach and Cabuya Island are also within 6 miles (10 km).
View more Vacation Homes in MalpaisOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Playa Mal País - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Carmen Beach - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 13 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Cocal Beach - 23 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Hermosa Beach - 27 min drive - 8.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Carmen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Roastery - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tropical home in paradise!!

Casa de Noni is a perfect tropical family home, nestled between the Costa Rican rain forest and the beautiful beaches. The house is well suited to accommodate an extended family with two fully equipped kitchens up & down. Netting is available for the top deck railing to accommodate toddlers.
Our house is spacious and perfect for your home base, to gather your strength for the next adventure, whether it's surfing, or a day trip to the Montezuma Water Falls. Relax by the salt water pool, and plan that next adventure. The top deck has netting available that can be attached easily for the safety of toddlers.
The house is nestled in the jungle, but only 300 yards from the beach. Enjoy relaxing on the covered decks, watching the monkeys travel down the trees in the river bed, and the many birds enjoying the seed trees around the property.
Casa de Noni has an on-site concierge that will be available to arrange any and all your needs throughout your stay with us.
Daily housekeeping service and grounds keeper are available upon request.
There are three large bedrooms with quality linen and pillows. Each bedroom has air conditioning. There is also a Bedroom loft equipped with a double and a twin bed.
Our house is also equipped with 2 T.V.’s,Netflix, and Internet WiFi. A safe is installed for your piece of mind and security.
Our staff can set up an on-site chef for a gourmet meal, or arrange a massage on the private deck.
Make your dreams come true at Casa de Noni
Pura Vida!!

Property manager

Naomi Errico/Scott Young

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Pool

Five Bedroom House! Walk to the Beach. 5 min drive to Santa Teresa! AC - WiFi

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 2 reviews
Five Bedroom House! Walk to the Beach. 5 min drive to Santa Teresa! AC - WiFi

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: Events by request only.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30. Note from host: Events by request only. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 3101164746

Property is also known as

Tropical Home Paradise House Malpais
Tropical Home Paradise Malpais
Tropical In Paradise Cobano
Tropical Home in Paradise!! Cobano
Tropical Home in Paradise!! Private vacation home Cobano
Tropical Home in Paradise!! Private vacation home
Tropical In Paradise Cobano
Tropical Home in Paradise!! Cobano
Tropical Home in Paradise!! Private vacation home
Tropical Home in Paradise!! Private vacation home Cobano

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tropical home in paradise!! to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.9 mi (31-min drive) away from the Cóbano Airport (ACO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tropical home in paradise!! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Tropical home in paradise!! to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.4 mi (15-min drive) from Santa Teresa Beach and 0.8 mi (3-min drive) from Playa Mal País. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropical home in paradise!! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tropical home in paradise!! ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Tropical home in paradise!! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropical home in paradise!! ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Tropical home in paradise!! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Tropical home in paradise!! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Tropical home in paradise!! to downtown Cóbano?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Malpais.

Tropical home in paradise!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

greta h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home with wonderful host

We loved staying at this property. The house was perfect for our family. Kitchen was well equiped. Plenty of bath towels and linens. Esp appreciated having a washer/dryer available to us. The welcome was so so nice with fruit and wine. Ruth was amazing and the location was quiet and yet close to heach. Pur faborite stay in Mal pias by far!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Topher S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation Rental

We had a fantastic time at Casa De Noni. The house was perfect for 2 families of 4 with young kids (4-9), it was clean, well furnished, and Ruth was very responsive to all our requests and needs. The pool was great for kids, with afternoon shade, and evening lights that would keep them swimming for days on end. The house had great outdoor living space, a well furnished kitchen and A/C cooled bedrooms. The monkey deck was a hit for the kids to watch the troops of Monkeys pass by. The location of the house was perfect. Off the beaten path but still within walking distance to restaurants and beaches. Overall a wonderful family trip to Costa Rica at Casa de Nino!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

Our family of 4 had a wonderful time at Casa de Noni! It was a great jumping off point for all of the activities in the area. We loved swimming in the pool and sitting on the deck watching monkeys in the mornings and thunderstorms in the evening. Ruth is an amazing host and helped with transportation and activities. We hope to be back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

An amazing house for our two families of four
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible!

We loved everything about the house and the area. Ruth was very helpful with the property and facilitating activities. A trip we will never forget. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and pool in an awesome location!

This house was a great place for our family of five plus two grandparents. It is very spacious. There are two kitchens, and they are both plenty big for making meals. The pool was awesome. The host was responsive and the local representative was helpful and kind. The house was clean, the water was clean, and hot water got plenary hot. The location is super convenient, only a 3 minute walk to the mal pais restaurants, but was still private and relatively quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

catherine k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Malpais

Great house in Malpais. Ruth was very reactive to any of our questions or issues. Close to Santa Teresa but requires about a 15 min atv ride. Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil and Ginger D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful family home

Our stay at Casa de Noni exceeded our expectations! The house is very large and had more than enough space for our 2 families. Ruth was very knowledgeable about the area and a pleasure to deal with for any questions we had. We highly recommend this property and hope to be back one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Week in Paradise

Just returned home from our first trip to Costa Rica and week long stay at Casa de Noni. It lived up to every previous review and beyond! We were a family of 8, six adults and two kids, 4 & 2 years old. The house itself when we arrived was spotless and were welcomed by the most amazing host, Ruth. The AC in the rooms works amazing and will keep the most warm blooded bodies cool. We loved waking up and opening the house up to the jungle each morning listening to the jungle sounds sipping Costa Rican coffee. The kids spent enormous amounts of time in the pool which provided the perfect opportunity to cool down after a long adventure in the jungle. Some of us also enjoyed the outdoor shower adjacent to the pool that fully closes to provide complete privacy in the most unbelievable outdoor setting. From the back patio we saw iguanas, monkeys, and many different birds. As some of the other reviews pointed out, the railings on the upstairs patio do provide a bit of a fall hazard for the toddlers so that was something we had to keep in mind. The bugs are definitely a thing to when you’re literally living in the jungle, but a few itches and having to redirect some crawlers here and there is nothing to complain about. The house is less than I five minute walk to the most picturesque beaches I’ve seen. The town of Mal Pais is quiet but just a short drive away is a more bustling Santa Teresa for those in the family were looking for shops and beachside bars/restaurants. There are a couple of great restaurants 2 minutes walk from the house where we were able to find options for the most picky of pallets. Ruth was amazing and organized all our travel to and from San Jose, delivery and rentals of a 4x4 rental car (must in this area) and 2 ATVs, and was available to do much more whenever we needed. We spent most of our days exploring the local area on our ATVs and poked our heads into most of the area beaches on both sides of the peninsula. Couldn’t recommend this property more, 10/10! Already planning our next trip back to the most amazing country.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise Found

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your gorgeous home! It was even more beautiful than the pictures, and seemed much larger too! Ruth was AMAZING! She helped us with everything we needed, from ordering pizza delivery one night to giving therapeutic massages by the pool. Both of my friends said it was one of the best massages they've ever had and she definitely knew what she was doing! Although we only stayed 3 days, we didn't get to see any monkeys near the house despite getting up at the crack of dawn. We heard them though! I guess during the wet season they don't come around as reliably due to the increased food availability elsewhere. That was OK though because we were able to visit other nearby towns, explore during the day, see tons of wildlife, then return to our incredibly comfortable beds at night. The A/C in the bedrooms is absolutely necessary and we definitely appreciated that feature! Thank you again, for hosting us. If ever we return to Malpais, we would love to stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

Our family of one couple, 3 adults and a teen really enjoyed our stay in this jungle setting! Mal Pais is a small, quiet community close to Santa Teresa (about a ten minute drive). There are a couple good restaurants and a coffee shop just around the corner from the house. We also made daily trips to Santa Teresa where there were more shops, restaurants and beaches to explore. Ruth was very helpful in scheduling a fishing trip, massages and a visit to the Montezuma waterfalls, as well as recommending beaches and restaurants. She and her husband were so kind to do a thorough search of the house for an item we thought we had left but found later in our luggage. The house was cleaned every few days, making it very pleasant to come home to after a day at the beach. The bedrooms have great air conditioning and comfy beds. The loft was a roomy space with two nice beds but it was a little too warm for our kids. The living areas and pool were great! We were glad we had a four wheel drive vehicle to drive up a hill before getting to the house. We never walked to the beach since it wasn’t a straight shot there from the house. However, there is a “secret beach” in Mal Pais about a 5 minute drive from the house that is beautiful! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Costa Rican property for large family

The house is as listed and beautiful! The property manager Ruth is very attentive and has great suggestions for places to go & eat. The loft is not air-conditioned, something to note if using for sleeping quarters. The air-conditioned bedrooms are fantastic. The verandas are amazing! Nighttime swimming in pool for the teens and cocktails on verandas for the adults was a perfect way to end the days. Highly recommend staying here. We were a group of 9.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quiet place close to lots of gems

My husband and I and 8 of our friends stayed at Casa de Noni for a week and it was so amazing. Mal Pais is such a nice and quiet little spot outside of bustling Santa Teresa. The house was perfect for a large group of us who did stuff both altogether and in smaller groups. Honestly I could have stayed at the house the entire time and been perfectly content. It has everything you need and Ruth is super responsive and helpful! Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent expérience

Great jungle house. Saw monkeys every morning and evening. The pool is perfect. Deck and loft is not suited for young children. Perfect for families if you would like your own space. Mal Pias is a excellent location. We will be back! Pura Vida
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jens B.

Liked: Cleanliness

High quality house

Perfekt House for relaxing. Close by you find an excellent Italian restaurant and a small Super Market. Very convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mal Pais House

Casa di Nonni was a beautiful property with a pool and easy access to restaurants, beaches and activities. The rooms were spacious and organized for family time together and with enough space to spend some quiet time alone. A lovely spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blissful Costa Rica

We loved our stay at this beautiful home! After a day of activities, it was so nice to jump in the pool to cool off and relax. Ruth the host was amazing and took care of anything we needed. Great family getaway!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

alexandra f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pura Vida!

We had a great stay here. The pool is fantastic and it's wonderful sitting on the covered veranda watching the amazing fauna cruise by. Ruth is a wonderful resource.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Breathtaking upon arrival. Stunning landscape, beautiful architectural layout and very comfortable

I picked this property on a whim without doing much research on location because I was so impressed by the photos. The rest of the plans fell into place after that, and it couldn’t have turned out to be a better vacation. My husband, myself and our 4 kids (15, 13, 10 and 9) had the most amazing experience and thoroughly enjoyed an adventurous, relaxing and fun vacation. The property was the best part of it all. It was the perfect retreat after a long morning of adventure. The kids could come back to swim and have lunch before heading down to the beach to swim some more. Ruth, our concierge (and one of the nicest people I have ever met), took care of making arrangements and booking our day trips. She arranged for us to have ATV’s for the week, zip lining/canopy tour, waterfall hikes and delicious restaurant recommendations. Best of all, I didn’t realized a massage was included. I got the most amazing poolside massage from Ruth, probably one of the best I have ever had! If this is your first trip to Costa Rica, this is the perfect house. You will be well taken care of and have the privacy and independence that you would not get at a resort. It is the perfect distance to downtown town and surrounding adventures. Thank you Ruth and Naomi for the wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Loved the home and the area! There were 5 of us including two teens and everyone had a great time.

The property was great - hidden away on a hill with beautiful greenery around it and fun wildlife. Ruth was a tremendous help with planning outings and getting to know the area. I highly recommend Casa de Noni and the Mal Pais area for anyone looking for an off-the-beaten-path vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

John H.

Nice House but ...

The house is lovely but if you are looking for a 1st world experience, this is not your place. The power goes out almost everyday and I did not see that posted in previous reviews. The first evening that it went out and we were thrown in total darkness, I would have expected that Ruth would have come over or contacted us to let us know what was going on and what to do, but we were left to walking around with flashlights. Sometimes it went out in the morning when you are making your coffee, sometimes at night when it is 90 degrees and then you have no AC. The roads are terrible and we live on dirt roads in the States. They were so dusty that you could not rent 4 wheelers unless you had full respirators. It was nice to sit on the deck in the morning and watch the monkeys come through. There are cute, free range dogs that visit regularly and we did learn their names and enjoyed their company. The pool is nice, the kitchens are well stocked, and the beds comfortable. The biggest drawback was the poor infrastructure in power and roads.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

anna h., Berkeley

I loved our stay. The house, location, pool, wildlife. Everything was perfect

I loved our stay. The house, location, pool, wildlife. Everything was perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Off the beaten path, but what a beautiful path!

Our family of five had a terrific stay at Casa de Noni. As several reviewers have mentioned, this place isn't for everyone because of its remoteness, but if you'd like to immerse yourself in Costa Rican culture in one of the most beautiful spots we've ever seen, this is absolutely the place for you. Our favorite activities were ziplining at Canopy Malpais, horseback riding, fishing with Pequeno, and our trip to Montezuma to jump and swim at the waterfalls. The pool at the house was perfect for the whole family and we spent a ton of time in it! A couple of the local restaurants were absolutely delicious - Mary's (walking distance) and Caracola's (a five minute drive), and the perfect lunch spot in Playa Carmen, called Product (C). Truly an experience for all of us where the memories will last forever.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2017

8/10 Good

Sheri C.

Oasis in the Jungle

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in Malpais... everyday was packed a with a new adventure and activity---each better than the last, but the best thing was coming home to Casa de Noni and its wide open layout and saltwater pool. The walls practically go away and the whole house is open and to the clean, sweet Costa Rican air. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking on site, the bedrooms all have AC except the loft which made for great nights sleep and the deck and patio gave a number of outdoor seating options. We explored the area by 4 WD vehicle (definitely recommend) and a couple of ATVs. There are plenty of restaurants, beaches and shops within 2 miles of the house so you don't have to venture far to fill your day. Ruth, who lives in a cottage on the property, was a great host and concierge both before and during our stay. Malpais is a dusty, working village with terrifically friendly residents. This is not for everyone... it is not a resort, but maybe the best place I have ever been.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016

8/10 Good

Sofia V., Costa Rica

Referencia de casa

La casa en sí es muy linda, sin embargo hay detalles que se deben de mejorar en la descripción: la casa cuenta con 3 habitaciones full y una habitación sin aire acondicionado que solo tiene ventiladores (esta habitación es un mezannine y es absurdamente caliente). Dentro de la casa solo hay 2 baños completos por piso y uno que está fuera de la casa por la piscina pero estaba super sucio y al aire libre (nadie lo usó). Hay perros de los vecinos que llegan hacer necesidades por la piscina y la limpieza le toca a los inquilinos hacerla. Las 2 parrillas nos las entregaron super sucias.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021