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A two-story house with a blue roof, surrounded by dense greenery.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a swimming pool, and a building with balconies.
A beach with palm trees and a sunset.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Portalon, Costa Rica
  • Place, Linda Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Matapalo Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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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 villa nestled in the forest with a pool and waterfalls

Beautifully designed villa nestled in the heart of the rainforest with spectacular mountain views, ideal for nature lovers seeking a secluded retreat just minutes by car from the beach.

Located in a private, gated community 2 km from the main road, this villa offers a perfect escape from the crowds, 18 km from Dominical, 25 km from Manuel Antonio, and 35 km from Marino Ballena.

Access is by 4x4 vehicle only.

It features spacious terraces and balconies, an infinity pool with a huge deck, outdoor areas, Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, satellite TV, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms.

The master bedroom on the second floor has a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, and a terrace with a partial ocean view.

The other two bedrooms are on the ground floor and share a bathroom. One bedroom has a double bed and air conditioning; the other has two bunk beds, one with a double bed on the bottom, and air conditioning.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Matapalo Beach. Features include breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 12 minutes by car from Linda Beach and 15 minutes from Matapalo Beach
Tropical villa nestled in the forest with a pool and waterfalls offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Tropical villa nestled in the forest with a pool and waterfalls also features concierge services and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car available
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing 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
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,583 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

• Entry into other houses, properties or private land in Portasol is strictly prohibited.
• Parties and events are not allowed, quiet hours are between 10:00 p.m. and 7:30 a.m.
• Fireworks of any kind are prohibited. Campfires and barbecues are also not permitted outside of designated areas.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Yeah they will love jump from the waterfall

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Partial Ocean View Villa Surrounded Rain Forest Waterfalls House
Partial Ocean View Villa Surrounded Rain Forest Waterfalls
Partial Ocean View Villa Surrounded Rain Forest Waterfalls House
Partial Ocean View Villa Surrounded Rain Forest Waterfalls House

Tropical villa nestled in the forest with a pool and waterfalls Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keyra B.

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

Best Vacation

This is the best location, we had the best memories at this place! The waterfall is less then a 5 min walk from the house, amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emersson O.

Great rainforest reserve!!!

I visited the place with friends and family and loved the house! It’s located in the middle of rainforest, great vegetation. It was nice awaken to the sound of birds and the forest itself!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Everything we wanted and more...

The Portosol staff could not have been more helpful. Our 10 week stay was wonderful. The wildlife and the flora were plentiful. The kitchen was well equiped
Stayed 67 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

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

vacation time

it was a great place if you want privacy. Its in the middle of the jungle, but a short drive to different places. Matapul Beach is gorgeous, and a quick drive. i would stay there again. and definitely go to the waterfall.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Private Rainforest

We enjoyed our stay. Very rainy for our time which wasn't the worst thing for the rainforest. Big round table to gather around and play cards.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

bruce r.

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

Monos-Locos 2024

Stayed January-March, 2024. The house had everything that we desired and the hosts (Portasol) took great care of us.
Stayed 53 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Bliss in the Rainforest

This is my second time renting and it can't ever be explained in words. The adventure surrounds you, the relaxation engulfs you, and the staff is always there for you! One of my favorite places on earth!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry I.

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

Family holiday

We have stayed here in the past and enjoyed these accommodations. We had a few issues with the fridge leaking but the property manager solved them efficiently. We all enjoyed the pool as it was hot and humid making the pool very welcome. Also a short walk to a waterfall and natural pool for cooling off. A few of the small appliances are in need of updating but again no complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Minin Q.

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

Amazing

It was simply amazing and the view are spectacular. We had a wonderful time. The host was very commutative and very friendly. The area is very peaceful. Just one recommendation bring off spray the mosquitos a bit too much. We would come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Dream Vacation

We loved our time at Portasal Living. The villa was amazing, with lots of space and the pool was amazing for a dip every day.. From seeing toucans and parrots right before us to the amazing dinner by our private chef Desiree, it was such a great time. Heriberto was great in getting our tour and trip tickets for all the sights. They even greeted us with a Bottle of wine for our anniversary. They also stocked the fridge with cold beer for us to have when we arrived. We are already talking about a return trip!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrine K.

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

Wonderful Jungle Experience

Peaceful is the word that comes to mind. Property is well designed, well maintained and property managers were very communicative with any questions we had. Wifi was great. Definitely need a 4x4 to get to location. It’s remote and isolated so, just be aware. Many grocery stores in the area to stock up pantry. 50 bird species identités during our stay. Butterflies a plenty. Great access (by vehicle ) to beaches with macaws, sloths. Highly recommend for those looking to just get away
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Location

The location was inaccurate it takes close to 5 hours to there from San Jose the people drive real slow so it takes a lot longer than three hours. The house and host r wonderful but it is a long way away from San Jose and u don’t just need a 4 wheel drive u need a high profile 4 wheel. If u like nature and quit which we do it is great will go back but now no what to expect.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jami D.

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

AMAZING EXPERIENCE

Just WOW! The property and the management team are amazing. If you are looking for a "jungle" getaway then look no further. The house is immaculate and perfectly secluded near an amazing waterfall for swimming. We loved the pool and the outdoor seating areas to enjoy our daily encounter with all of the birds (especially the toucans). All of the amenities are wonderful and the team managing everything are so easy to communicate with. They were available anytime we needed them. We would all stay at Casa Monos Locos again on our next trip to Costa Rica.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally G.

Casa Mono Locos BLISS

Casa de Mono Locos was easily the most relaxing place I have ever vacationed. The serenity tucked between the sounds of the rainforest animals communicating, and trees rustling with showers of intermittent rain drops, was blissful. The infinity pool drops off into green lush forest with an opening just wide enough for a sunrise/sunset view. Sitting on the wrap-around deck with a cup of coffee and a book was honestly one of the highlights of my trip! I can't describe the peace-of-mind and clarity-of-heart I recieved from my trip to Casa de Mono Locos. I am so thankful to have experienced this private oasis that is just minutes away from the adventures of Manuel Antonio, Dominical and Quepos! Book your trip here... YESTERDAY! Don't wait. It's beyond worth it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

Judy in Wonderland

What a joyous experience to be upfront and close with nature! The sounds of the forest animals are still in my head and I will never forget them!Casa Monos Loco is a beautiful home fully equipped with all modern amenities with views of the lush plants and foliage and a pool with large deck for cooling off at the end of the day!Cost Ricans are friendly and kind people and will do anything for you to make your trip memorable!It was easy using American money there... just bring smaller bills!We loved Manuel Antonio Park ,Quepos, and Dominical!Lots of beautiful beaches near by and great seafood at a good prices at most restaurants!I will always have fond memories of my visit to Costa Rica! Pura Vida
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer H.

Away from it all in the Central Pacific

This was our first trip to Costs Rica and had just 5 days to experience as much as we could. Staying with Portalosol Living in Portalon allowed us the experience of being nestled away from tourists surrounded by lush rainforest. The house is as it’s described-all the mechanicals and appliances worked well. It was nice to have our own space to cook a bit. An advantage for our 2 families who enjoy being able to have a refrigerator stocked with favorites. Because it was a first trip of just 5 days, at times I might have wanted to be closer to Quepos where our adventures generally left from. Or if the long dirt road were paved that might have helped. So being in an area that is remote had its challenges, but the privacy afforded us by the house and beautiful property was a reasonable trade-off compromise.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcie T.

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

Dream trip of a lifetime

I don't think words can do justice to this picturesque property in the rainforest. Not even photographs can capture the peaceful, tropical paradise in the treetops. The house is both elegant and practical. My mother and I spent 7 days at this beautiful retreat and swam every day in the private pool...even in the rain. Our favorite nearby town was Dominical, although The Montapala beach was very nice and just a 10 minute drive. Surprisingly, we didn't see any monkeys or tropical birds while at the house, (we heard birds) but we were able to go to Manuel Antonio, 40 minutes away and see them. If you are afraid of insects and lizards, this house isn't for you....but what do you expect in the Rainforest? The nearby waterfall and river were nothing short of breathtaking, and we always felt safe at Portasol. I will remember this adventure forever and always, and am so grateful for the opportunity!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Jungle paradise!

Amazing place to stay. This location was the highlight of our trip. We stayed here for eight nights with two families. Four adults and four kids (ages 8-13) fit comfortably. Guillermo and Alex, the care takers were very helpful and arranged a last minute rental car during the high peak season. They also arranged our trips such as rafting, canopy tours etc..The house felt very "Costa Rican" in comparison to the other places we stayed. The living room and dining room are outdoors and the bugs were never a problem even at night with the outdoor lights on. We did not even use bug spray. There is an amazing waterfall on the property as well that we went swimming in. Make sure you bring groceries on your way to the house! Loved the gated area so much that we considered buying. You will need four wheel drive to access the property, but that is almost a requirement if you are doing any adventuring in to the wilderness in Costa Rica.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Very private with great pool and sunny terrace

The house is nice, located in the rainforest with beautiful sunsets. Everything was extremely clean, the cleaning lady is top! We were enjoying the pool and sunbathing at the terrace which is nice sunny. All parts of the house and garden are very private, you never see the neighbors. There is beautiful natural pool for swimming in the river and picnic area just next to the house. Communication with the property management was outstanding, they were always attentive and helpful. We had problems with electricity shortages (most of the times problem outside of the Portasol area), which was creating struggles for our remote work due to lost internet connection. Just another day we received a backup generator which was really amazing and appreciated. Unfortunately, we had bad luck with cicada invasion, they overpopulated just around the house and there was nothing we could do about it. The cicadas created noise of 82 decibels nonstop from 8:30am till 6pm. Then in the night we couldn't sit in the open living/dining area because they were flying around like crazy and bumping into us. I would ask in advance what is the current situation because it happens only during mating period just few weeks per year. Other than that, we had good time with my husband,
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Great jungle house!!

Overall we absolutely loved this home and the jungle experience it provided. The location was ideal for us as we wanted to be close to nature and in a smaller more local setting. (If you’re using Waze to locate the house you can enter “Calle Portalón” which is the road that dead ends at the neighborhood gate.) The AC and ice maker were luxuries that we appreciated. Heriberto was very attentive to our needs and gave us many recommendations for nearby activities. We always felt extremely safe in this home. We were there at the end of June (rainy season) and typically the rain rolled in by 2-3pm and continued into the night. As long as you are up and out early then the rain is no big deal. There were bugs but we used the bug zappers and fan during movie nights to help. We considered the “visitors” part of the adventure of this house and had a lot of fun watching the geckos, seeing the giant Cane toad (DO NOT TOUCH!), toucans and iguana during our stay. It is important to note that ALL family shared spaces are open air (not enclosed and not air conditioned). We stayed 7 nights and were pleased to find out that our stay came with two cleanings, which was wonderful. The rooms are NOT connected so I would NOT recommend this house for people with small children. We have 3 teenagers so it was fine. Overall, our stay was AMAZING and this house played a huge role in making it magical!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Lush tropical perch in the rainforrest canopy!

This was our first visit to Costa Rica, and we could not have gotten a better first impression of this amazing country upon arriving in PORTASOL. This home is even MORE amazing than the pictures can capture. The feel of a canopy treehouse has to be experienced, and that is really what this is! We were a family of 7, so the bunk room with the 4 kids was great, and then the other downstairs queen went to Mama, and my husband and I had the upstairs master. The open air living room and dining room was great. The regular evening storms were so refreshing sitting on the porches. The sounds of the jungle surround you and interesting flora flow from the grounds into the natural growth. We had a tree frog visit nightly near the pool, as well as a giant toad of some sort. The nearby river is magical. Our first morning we saw a blue morph floating by as we scambled in the riverbed for a few hours as well as a Jesus lizard! The staff is so helpful and friendly. You MUST have a 4wd car for this off road approach to the home. The gravel road is steep, but we never had any issue at all. We made the ultimate great decision to hire a chef for several nights during our stay, which made the vacation extra special. The management arranged it all, and we had a menu planned for each night that exceeded my expectations! They also helped organize all of our excursions and each day felt more amazing than the one before! I cannot wait to return. This is a special place in a special country!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana Z.

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

Nature Galore

Settled in the Rainforest with a beautiful waterfall and property. You are truly in a nature with all live critters and beautiful animals to hear and see! Very clean and super helpful with accommodations and bookings! Central location for many daily outings while returning to peace and tranquillity!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Amazing property!

This is an amazing place! It’s quiet, and beautiful and has everything you need to spend time soaking in nature. We saw so many animals here. We saw an anteater coming home one night, and lots of frogs and lizards. The river and waterfall is within very close walking distance & you should definitely plan to swim there—it’s breathtaking! The staff was so helpful & easy to reach. We appreciated the gated security, too. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 23 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jostin T.

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

Beautiful place

Place was exactly what we were looking for, quite, clean, well equipped with a beautiful view up in the mountain. Staff was very friendly. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Very nice if u know what you’re getting into

The place is very cool in a really interesting place. Everyone told us the road in would be a problem but it wasn’t and we didn’t have a 4x4. Security is very nice and helpful. The house is nice and done well. We are 9 people and it is meant to fit us but almost everyone is in two bedrooms with one one bathroom between them. That was a bit of a struggle as well. The pool is cool and has a cool view but we went during rainy season and it was too cold for us. I’d def think hard before going during rainy season though. Everything is outdoors. Each bedroom and the kitchen are indoors but to get from one place to the other you have to go outdoors. The seating and eating area is also outdoors. It’s covered from the rain but the wildlife is very intense. There are bats flying around and massive lizards and frogs and grasshoppers and insects. So if you’re really good with bugs etc, go for it. If that makes your kids nervous, it can be stressful. The waterfall nearby is so cool but unfortunately we kept getting poured on so we didn’t get to enjoy it. If u go during the rainy season, go out early all will be fine. I’m summary, if u love the outdoors, got for it. If u want some space between you and the outdoors, look elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021