Manuel
Antonio Estates is a cluster of million-dollar properties named for
birds and set amongst foilage, creeks, and hiking trails, on a hillside
overlooking the Damas Islands and within walking distance from Quepos.
The villas have a nice, tropical feel with Jacuzzis, pools and ocean
views. Visitors also benefit from established community perks such as
the Asian-style Raindrop Spa offering Swedish massages and the appetizing-sounding
¨Choco Therapy¨.
Developer
Richard Lemire has kept in step with changing times, moving here from
Vancouver in 1991 to build and run Hotel California, then after nine
years switching to create this residential project offering managed
rentals and looking to add a condo project next year. There are eight
villas priced at $2,100 a week to $4,900 a week (seven-bedroom, eight-bath),
plus a chalet for $950 a week—the only unit without a pool.
The
Tico Times, Popular English Newspaper in Costa Rica.
July
Exquisite and Sublime. The staff was impeccable, particularly Desare,
who couldn't have been more professional and cheerful. Kudos!!!
Portland Maine USA
July
We had a wonderful week! Beautiful view – nice walks – nice
people. Wouldlove to come again.
Lyn & Terry Burke Montreal
February
House was very very nice. Had a great time here. First time here and
will come back. Took House Tour and it was great. Service here was great.
Didn't see monkeys.
Eric, Gene, Tim, Renee
February
We've been very happy here. A magical place. Wildlife, activity, great
support from the folks here. A perfect balance of things. We would like
to return some day. Had a wonderful time and were well taken care of.
February
This is a wonderful place. Extremely helpful staff. Much wildlife to
see. Central location helpful. (Off the beaten path means quiet). Pura
Vida.
Jim and Dee New hampshire, USA
March
Our third trip to Quepos and our second time here at Manuel Antonio
Estates. Needless to say, we love it here!! In response to the disappointed
re:not seeing monkeys on the previous page, while we have seen them
at other times (three squirrel monkeys right by thye house yesterday
mid-afternoon) the safest bet is to walk down to the Tucan House, about
5 o'clock. There are a few Cappuchin monkeys that swung across the road
via the tree tops, then they cross in front of both Villas Tucan and
Mot Mot. You can almost set your watch by it - - sometimes. Few minutes
before or after 5. Our favorite tours are the Damas Island Mangrove
Tour and the walk through Manuel Antonio with a Guide. We also took
the Sunset Cruise this time with the Sailboat vs the Catamaran and enjoyed
that a lot too. Favorite restaurants El Gran Escape (downtown Quepos)
Mar Y Luna ( on road to Manuel Antonio) and El Avion (on road toMA even
closer to the park) Also very good pizza at Escalofrio (downtown Quepos)
For coffee,of course, café Milagro. Their iced coffee drinks
put Starbucks to shame. At about half the price. Breakfast there are
very good as well. Enjoy!! We surely did! Nothing better than a quick
dip in th epool when you arrive back at the house after one of the local
tours!
Margaret, Mary, Chris and Mike Chicago
May
When we arrived to the Jacana House we were greeted with a basket full
of fresh tropical fruit, vases filled with exotic flowers and an incredible
view. Beautiful scenery and much fun on the TITI Canopy Tour and the
ATV Waterfall Tour. Lots and lots of Cappuchin (white-faced) monkeys
on the Manuel Antonio Park Trail and the Damas Island Tours. One of
our favorite experinces was the superior massage and facial at the jungle
setting 'Raindrop Spa'. We will recommend this stay at the Jacana House
to others.
Laura, Scott, Dennis & Brian Norton Laguna Niguel, California
June
This place is absolutely breathtaking. We loved it so much. We will
definitely have to come back. It has been an unforgettable experience.
This country is a beautiful one & as for the monkeys, we saw a whole
family our first week. The little birds seem to be having a problem
they keep flying into the glass window,poor things. We will miss this
Villa,these nice and caring people, the Food, the beautiful scenery.
Desiree especially – you were wonderful. Always happy. We will
miss you. Be back soon!!
Paula, Jeff, Aubrie, Peyton New Orleans, Louisiana
June
Janice and Jeff Richards Honeymoon:
We landed in san Jose 9:00 am local time after 24 hours of prep into
LAX, all night at the terminal waiting for first class on Taca ( our
honeymoon to Costa Rica, First Class is mandatory). We walk out of the
terminal, next door to the fire station and book a flight, 10 minutes
before take-off,on Sansa Airlines, 20 minutes later we land at a jungle
airstrip in Quepos. The taxi takes us to Manuel Antonio Estates to meet
our friends, the Murphy's, who own a house here. We hang out at tyhe
House, where troups of Squirrel monkeys met us about 5pm. We attract
about 20 of them, they went bananas, but they don't really like bananas
and act pissed, but hang for awhile anyway. We have dinner at BBQ Cantina
where Bill Murphy sits in with the band and jams. The next day we are
visited , inside the Jacana house, by a 2 foot Lizard. We chase him
down the stairs, he knows where the front door is and scurries out.
What a trip. All day and all night the jungle sounds are crazy, crickets,
frogs, birds, this truly is a sensory experience. The next day, White
water rafting, very recommendable, 1 hour in the Unimog, 4WD through
the jungle to the river. It poured rain some of the time, but it didn't
matter – Very Cool and Very fun! We went to Plimio for dinner,
very good asian cuisine. The next day we hung out, slept in late, went
tothe Blue Monkey for Lunch and Internet. Janice went tothe Spa and
truly enjoyed the experience.
That night we went to El Avion – The Airplane – for dinner.
Don't miss it. Our 4th day we went on the TITI Canopy Tour, doing the
zip lines, an exhilerating time. We cruised into town on Friday night.
Downtown Quepos on Friday night is something else. It's such a busy
little city, so much going on. The next morning we got up early and
went to Manuel Antonio National Park and beach, very pretty. It's our
last day here and we are off to Los Suenos for our last 3 days of our
Honeymoon. Everyone here at Manuel Antonio Estates has been great. Richard,
Thierry, Marta, Desirae, and housekeeping all are so great. It's been
a great time here and we'll come back someday! Pura Vida
Jeff and Janice
July
OMG! Like Totally cool beach and apartment. The staff was pretty Hawt.
I mean, like I was at the pool and thought, 'that's hot'. I had a great
time especially watching the dolphins, they are soo cute!
Thanks! I'm planning to come back!
Sondra
February
Pure visual overload & we Love it! This is Heaven, Spa Indonesian
delight, with the staff so nice to help in every way – We ended
up buying 2 lots.... We've been coming here for 10 years.. Now is 'The'
Time - -
Pura Vida!
Linda & Jeff B.
April
Wonderful Stay – Loved the Views, the beautiful Indonesian Architecture,
Friendly & Helpful Staff.
Food was great – ate in Manuel Antonio.. Mar Luna was greta but
Barba Roja was Awesome! The food was outstanding and Live Music was
very good. Enjoyed Manuel Antonio Park and the Horseback Riding Tour
was wonderful – I would highly recommend it Saw the monkeys playing
down at the Spa ( behind the spa) at around 4:00pm. The Iguana suns
himself on the side steps every morning around 7:30-8:0 am. Also, the
Spa was great Terrific staff and the atmosphere is out of this world
Thanks for the great massage Laura!!
Namaste,
The Roberts Family
June
I love Quepos!! I'm coming back as soon as I can. Absolutely beautiful
weather, landscape, and people!! Pura Vida!
Rachel Brownjohn
June
Great place! Very comfortable living arrangements. The staff was fantastic
and always made us feel athome. I am already planning a vacation back.
Thanks for such a great time!
Pura Vida!
Elissa Goad
June
This was a fantastic home away from home! The Raftingand Canopy Tour
were our favorites. Ask about the nighht time Canopy Tour – small
group but no children allowed. The staff at the Spa (yoga-yea) and Office
were exceptionally friendly and helpful. Also, the Villa Vanilla Tour
is wonderful and more interesting and informative than it sounds.
Hector Goad
Patricia Woolard
Texas
June
We passed some fabulous days in this house. The view was very beautiful.
The monkeys are very nice and so cute. The Costa Rica is the Paradise
of the world.
Leonie, Josee,Michel,Emil Quebec
December
I came for a long weekend to rest. It was the peefect spot. In the 4
days we were here it was not possible to do it all and rest, so we limited
ourselves to the beaches @ Manuel Antonio, walking the trails and enjoying
the view. Oh, and of course, the Spa. The Villa was soo relaxing. We
spent a good bit of time just here looking at the views and jumping
in the pool. The staff is fabulous. We travel CR a lot. This place had
the best accomodations and relaxing atmosphere. We will certainly be
back each time we come to Manuel Antonio.
Peggy Miami
January
Visited here to see Family doing Missionary work in Quepos. The views
here were marvelous! We had Monkeys playing out by the pool & were
visited by an Iguana and a few other lizards, along with Geckos.Barba
Roja – great for snacks by the outside bar at sunset. Went fishing
and caught a Marlin, a Swordfish and a Mahi Mahi. Restaurant El Gran
Escape cooked the Mahi Mahi for us. Thank you!
The Claytons
March
I don't want to leave Quepos or Villa Jacana but alas I must head back
north to Portland, Oregon. My time here with friends was fabulous, 3
weeks of relaxing, eating, cocktails, local friends, adventure and just
plain dreaming. Oh yeah, monkeys poolside. Unbelievable. I can't wait
to come back. Thank you Costa Rica! Thank you, Ticos.
Matt Kramer
March
We brought Matt and his frined Dave down here for their first time.
It's such a pleasure to see the expressions of wonder and awe on our
friends faces the first time we share our beloved Costa Rica with them!Our
own dreams are “Poco a Poco” coming true. We've our own
piece of Paradise now, and we are embracing the opportunity to become
'Tico-ized”.
Manuel Antonio Estates has been our home-away-from-home for several
years. Service is always excellent, the staff always friendly, and “Los
Monos” have paid us several visits. You will find yourself mesmerized
by the beauty of the country and it's precious people.
Carl & Cindy Engelgau.
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