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Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE

Villa near Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge in Quepos

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An infinity pool
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 1713000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Quepos, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Rancho Tipico don Juan
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Biesanz Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Quepos

Seaside stay .Your stay at this Valle Pura Vida villa places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge and Cascada El Salto. Rancho Tipico don Juan and Marina Pez Vela are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rancho Tipico don Juan - 6 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Playa Espadilla - 13 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Biesanz Beach - 18 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Playa La Macha - 25 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Namaste - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Drunken Monkey - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vista Verde Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬6 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.

Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE

Welcome to Villa Celaje, one of the most elegant Estate Villas in Manuel Antonio. Celaje means “color of the clouds after sunset” and there is not a better place to view the magical sunsets than Villa Celaje. This private Estate is positioned in an exclusive area dominating one of the highest points in Manuel Antonio. Surrounded with dramatic 360-degree views of the sweeping Pacific coastline, majestic mountain ranges and palm plantations, Villa Celaje is a lavish sanctuary of peace and privacy perched at the top of a gated community with 24-hour security and is the ideal place to indulge in a luxurious vacation. The 8-suite estate along with 9 bathrooms accommodates up to 17 guests (in beds and 20 with air mattresses) in over 13,000 square feet of luxurious villa.

This Villa is in a class of its own. Every feature of the Villa and property have been impeccably designed with the interior decorated by a famous company from the US with a “tropical contemporary” look throughout which will make you feel like royalty. Hand selected local and international artwork adorns the walls and some of the finest of materials decorate the rest. The home has also been featured in Latino magazine which is a premium architectural magazine.

There are floor to ceiling sliding glass doors that can be completely opened to let the fresh Ocean breezes in during the day or closed to enjoy the cool air-conditioning which is throughout the living space and all bedrooms along with uniquely designed and powerful ceiling fans. Every bedroom has its own terrace to see the best sunsets in the world and the mountainous backdrop of this amazingly beautiful region. A large kitchen in the center of the house serves as the perfect indoor gathering space and is equipped with granite counter tops, cabinetry from Italy and top of the line stainless steel appliances. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious living area and is the perfect space for rest, relaxation or watching your favorite program on the large plasma TV. There are also flat screen TV’s on all three floors.

Villa Celaje offers three floors with four bedrooms on the main floor which includes two masters with Spa tubs on the veranda, 3 elegant bedrooms on the second floor and a large bedroom apartment on the bottom level. The bottom floor also offers plenty of room to relax as it includes a second living room, outside covered bar and BBQ area where you can prepare your favorite beverages, snacks or full meals which is positioned right next to the beautiful private pool and garden area overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean. The expansive pool area has plenty of room for sun bathing, offers great views of the ocean or even take advantage of the spa located by the pool.

Villa Celaje would not be a First Class Estate without providing your own Gourmet Chef to prepare up to 2 meals per day (food and beverage costs are separate). Nobody needs to shop, cook or clean as Chef Ronald, who has been the Chef at one of our other Villas for 13 years (and the longest tenured Chef in Manuel Antonio), loves his profession and many groups want to take him home with them after their stay! Ronald does it all and saves you money (some groups say over $1,000 for the week), as well by purchasing the freshest ingredients from local vendors - butchers and fisherman, where typically only Restaurants shop. Saturday mornings is the day that Ronald goes to our Farmers market and selects the best vegetables, fruit and high quality produce at a fraction of the cost of our local stores.

Villa Celaje is much more than a private villa: it is a first-class getaway that blends the amenities of an exclusive resort with the intimacy of a private estate and the ambiance of a five-star hotel. The result is an exclusive enclave that meets the sophistication of the world’s most discerning travelers but with very affordable pricing.

For larger groups, include our Villa Next Door, Villa Marbella, which is Homeaway # 7610352. Both Villas will sleep up to 27 guests in 12 bedrooms.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Infinity pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 13,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE to the airport?

This villa is 5 mi (14-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE to the beach?

This villa is 4.3 mi (15-min drive) from Manuel Antonio Beach and 2.2 mi (12-min drive) from Pará Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE to downtown Quepos?

This villa is 0.9 mi away from Quepos.

Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine and Dooper

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house more that what we expected. Chef was Amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful and perfect. The chef and meals were beyond expectations. The house also exceeded expectations. We all had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

barbara h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view, the house, the incredible meals by Chef Ronald, the hospitality of property manager Camillo, the Macaw fly-by’s, Tuscans in the trees and daily visit by the squirrel monkeys, and evening cocktails by the pool with incredible sunsets as a backdrop- everything was simply exceptional!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is absolutely stunning. The views are incredible, Pacific Ocean on one side and mountain views on the other, with a beautiful infinity pool in between. Every room in the house has breathtaking views, which makes the experience even more special.Camilo, the concierge, was extremely responsive and helped us with anything we needed. Chef Ronald’s food was excellent and he was very accommodating to all of our requests. Nelly, the housekeeper, kept the home spotless and even did our laundry, which was such a treat.We even had monkeys come visit us by the pool! The location was perfect, and you truly couldn’t ask for a more beautiful or relaxing place to stay. We would absolutely return and highly recommend this home.
The Mafia leader
Incredible sunsets
Exhilarating sunrises
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

The house is beautiful, food was great, everything was really impressive. We had a great time,!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic vacation! Book this house! The house is beautiful and lived up to the photos and our expectations, but the staff is really what makes this experience stand out. We had a group of 9 adults and 7 children aged 1-15 and everyone had a great experience. Camilo the concierge arranged transfers and tours, he provided a helpful list of tours to choose from and will also provided feedback on any other activities you’re considering. Ronald cooked delicious fresh meals we all enjoyed, and we loved not having to do any dishes. Nelly kept the house clean and even does your laundry a couple times per week. It was amazing! Gorgeous area, lots of wildlife, fun activities, and fantastic people. If you’re considering this property do not hesitate to book!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing in all ways

5 Stars without a doubt - amazing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Private Retreat!

Great property with great staff. 5 Stars for Chef Ronald!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone was great - so nice and helpful - but Chef Ronald was absolutely wonderful. So accommodating, kind, and thoughtful. The food was amazing. We loved everything he made. So flavorful and meat always so flavorful and tender. And we had asked for guacamole and chips the first night we arrived and loved it so much we had it for the rest of the week sometimes with the addition of his salsa which again, was so, so delicious. I had asked him if he could provide a cake one night to celebrate my grandson's birthday and he got us a chocolate one from a bakery he liked and although I always prefer homemade to store bought cakes, this one really was delicious. We felt we had made a great friend by the time we left and he would be one of the two reasons we would return. The house is the other because it is so nice. There were so many thoughtful details that went into the building and it has all been maintained. And the views were awe inspiring with a view out over the rainforest and the ocean on one side and the mountains on the other. My husband and I had brought our 3 children, spouses, and grandchildren with us and all agreed it was an exceptional experience. You won't be sorry!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than advertised!

14 family members from 3 different locations came together for a week of adventure, wonderful chef prepared meals, maid service, concierge service. Each and every service provider associated with the house were top quality. The house was beyond what we expected. We would return without a doubt!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Amazing house, staff, and views everyone had a blast
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property and hosts

Everything about this property and the hosts is amazing. The house is stunning but the staff that comes with it is even better. The concierge (Camilo) is friendly and efficient. Ronald the cook and is wonderful beyond description. Nelly who cleans is friendly and comprehensive. Everything was superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place!!

Not a bad word I can say. Chef Ronald was great and Sabrina was a great help. Would definitely recommend this place..
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Trip!

One of the best trips and experiences we have had. From booking, check in, concierge, and the chef was amazing. House was beautify and nicely appointed. Would 100% go back and highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st class Vacation

This House is spectacular. Chef Ronald is amazing as well as the other staff . Our concierge Camilo took care of all our needs and is fantastic to work with. I highly recommend this property. The views are beautiful and the outdoor space with pool is great.We had a group of 16 people and never felt cramped . We’ll be back for sure .
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Don't Think - Just Book It!!

This was an absolute dream of a vacation! We have stayed in another house around the same area before and didn't think anything could top that trip - Well this house/trip did! From the wildlife we saw every morning, to Chef Ronald's meals being perfection, to Camilo setting up everything we need, it was perfect! We are already wanting to go back! You will not regret renting this house!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing birthday weekend

The pictures do not do this beautiful house justice. The views from all rooms were fantastic. Not only that the staff was phenomenal for my trip. This was definitely one of the best places I’ve ever stayed at and my birthday trip amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding rental, glorious location, amazing staff

Our family rents vacation properties very regularly - and this property takes the cake. Outstanding in every regard. The house, the view, the sunsets, the location, the pool, the staff, and of course Ronald the Chef -- but actually more than a Chef, friendly, source of terrific advice, amazing chef. It was hard to leave!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Vacation

We had such an amazing time on our vacation and the property was every bit as beautiful as the photos. We saw more wildlife at the property than anywhere else and the staff is amazing. Ronald is an incredible cook and so friendly...I wish we could bring him with us back home. Katherine and Camilo are equally as amazing and it wouldn't have been close to the same experience without them.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Chess H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This house is absolutely amazing in all aspects.

Our vacation was amazing starting from the house, to Camilo our concierge, to Renaldo our chef. The meals he cooked were delicious. The excursions we did through out the week were awesome. We all had a great time and made a lot of memories. It was definitely the best vacation we’ve taking and beautiful country to visit. Pura vida!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO in Quepos

Exceeded all expectations. House/pool/etc we’re amazing. Chef Ronaldo is incredible. Always clean thanks to Catalina and Camilo answers texts quickly. Felt super safe and secluded. No bugs in the house and tons of space for multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

David D.

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Three generation family of 15

Tremendous home. Loved Quepos & loved Costs Rica. Ronald, Rjiti & Kathryn tested us royally. Camilo was great & always available for anything we needed. You guys are the greatest.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Vacation

This was my third time staying at this property. It is absolutely beautiful with incredible views. Our concierge Camilo , Chef Ronald and Katherine made our trip . Camilo took care of all our needs . Chef Ronald made amazing dinners and even cooked some of the fish we caught . Katherine kept the house spotless. Can’t wait to come back a forth time !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!

The pictures don’t do this place justice. It’s stunning with amazing views from any room. I traveled with 11 friends and we had plenty of room. The food was great and Ronald had great conversation too! I would definitely book again, I’ve actually given out the link to 3 people since returning to the states.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022