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Perched at the top of a gated community in Manuel Antonio, Villa Celaje offers a luxurious retreat with dramatic 360-degree views of the Pacific coastline. With floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, an impeccably designed interior, and uniquely powerful ceiling fans, this private estate exudes tranquility. Enjoy gourmet meals prepared by your own personal chef or unwind by the expansive pool area with great ocean views.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 171208 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer

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About this property

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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.

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
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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

Pets

Pets not 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxurious Private Chef Mesmerizing views 30% off Jan 2021

About the neighborhood

Map
Quepos, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Playitas Beach - 10 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa La Macha - 11 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Biesanz Beach - 11 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quepoa Sport Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ronny's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vista Verde Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE located?

Located in Valle Pura Vida, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge, Cascada El Salto, and Playa La Macha. Rancho Tipico don Juan and Marina Pez Vela are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 72 reviews
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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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Shane F., Marshalltown

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A.

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Costa Rica vacation house

The house and staff were absolutely fantastic! The house was actually much nicer than the pictures of it on VRBO. And Chef Ronald, his assistant Argery, and the housekeeper Nelly went out of their way to make sure our family of 13 people had a great time. The views were spectacular and the animals were a highlight. We had monkeys on the deck, a sloth out on a nearby tree, etc. The meals that Chef Ronald and Argery were outstanding and were very flexible as to timing and special requests. Etc..... We strongly recommend staying at Villa Calaje.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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Vacation of a lifetime!

Our group of 16 ages 5 to 55 all had a exceptional vacation from start to finish. Chef Ronald and his assistant were so nice and accommodating all the food was out of this world! The house is perfect in every way and the wildlife visits were great. Camillo and Katherine were outstanding..all the excursions Camillo booked were awesome! We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

50th birthday celebration

The pictures of this property do not do it justice. Arriving at the house after a long travel day to the aroma of dinner prepared by Chef Ronald is something I’ll never forget. The view is incredible, and the master suite - just wow! We saw macaws, a toucan, monkeys, and iguanas from the house. We had a group of 15 friends and family ranging in age from 5 to 65, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their stay. Chef Ronald was such a treat, and we were all sad to go home and not wake up to the smell of coffee brewing and breakfast being prepared every morning. Camilo was so helpful planning all of our excursions, and he always promptly responded when we needed something during our stay. Neely was great and kept the house clean and our laundry done. All of the staff were incredible and went above and beyond. It will be hard to beat this vacation, and I would 100% return to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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Wonderful

Our family of 11 had an absolutely wonderful time The house was as described. The highlights of our experience were Katherine - she was a delight, pleasant and kept everything clean AND Ronald the chef. What a prize. He provided any and everything we requested, was always there as scheduled, and above all the meals were excellent
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

Amazing Vacation!

This property is beautiful and the views are amazing! There was plenty of room for our group of 18, ranging in age from 5 to 80, with two teens sleeping on air mattresses. The incredible staff made our vacation easy and memorable. Camilo was great to work with at all stages of the planning process, and he also provided assistance with things like taxis and pizza orders throughout our time in Costa Rica. The excursions we scheduled through Camilo were excellent. All the tour companies/guides were professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Ronald did an amazing job keeping all 18 of us fed, preparing delicious breakfasts and dinners for us every day. He was also flexible, adjusting to individual eating restrictions and preferences as needed. We really enjoyed having him around throughout our vacation! Finally - Nelly was great about keeping the property clean and neat (and helping with laundry!) for the duration of our trip. No complaints at all. This was the trip of a lifetime for all of us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Best of the best

Our three generation stay at Villa Celeja was perfect. The concierge stayed in good communication before and during our stay; very helpful. They arranged all of our tours, excursions and even fabulous beach day; every single company they selected was fabulous! On time, fun, and tuned into needs of all participants. Ronald’s meals were delicious and prepared with the freshest ingredients. All of us wanted to take Ronald home. I highly recommend this lovely home for a large group- we had 15.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

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

Relaxing GetAway

The property is lovely. Camillo was excellent. Ronald was a super chef and very accommodating to all of our quirky needs. I would only suggest that you should make it very clear that cash is pretty much the standard. Don’t think you can use “cards” for many things.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

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

Unbelievable Experience

Words cannot describe this home and the folks that are there to accommodate you. Our vacation planner Camilo handled every detail from recommending excursions, restaurants, shopping to booking them, transportation - anything we asked. Chef Ronald is a true gem and made the most fantastic meals and appetizers - he worked around our schedule morning and night. The property is immaculate and sits up in a mountain where you can watch the sunset every night over the ocean. Wildlife is everywhere and some come to visit. We didn’t want to leave. Don’t hesitate in booking this property, you will not regret it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aerin E.

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

Wedding @ Villa Celaje

We booked all three villas and it turned into a glorious wedding celebration on the patio of Villa Celaje. Everyone we worked with was so gracious and accommodating! They insured we could just enjoy the whole way through. We had the most wonderful time of our lives! Our sincere gratitude for all of the details our concierge, chef, ( Chef Ronald & his team are world class!) bartender ( Ricardo made the best drinks with love and was so much fun!) , transportation and household teams took care of each day. You cannot go wrong with this lovely home and magical location!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Fabulous Family Fun above the rainforest

Chef Ronald's 5 star dinners and breakfasts were the best! He shared his cooking tips with us and was an asset to the trip. We were able to play games and talk and hang out enjoying the incredible views. We saw scarlet macaws flying in pairs through out the day. We saw monkeys in the trees. We could hear howler monkeys talking to each other. The house is set above the canopy of the lush rainforest and looks out to the pacific ocean. We experienced beautiful sunsets each night. There were so many great spaces for playing games while surrounded by incredible views. The pool was a favorite hangout spot, too. Nelly tended to our rooms each day. Camilo was very helpful to arrange rides to town each day. Be sure to go to Manuel Antonio National Park and go on the Longest Zip Lines in Costa Rica. Nothing can compare to riding the ziplines in the pouring rain in the rainforest! This is a wonderful property for a large group. We had 12 people and it was perfect! We all felt pampered and felt so relaxed in the beauty that surrounded us. Thank you for a Costa Rican experience that we'll never forget!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany B.

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

Absolutely amazing

All pictures on site did not do justice for how wonderful this place and views were. From start of planning with Camilo to end of trip he did not disappoint. He did a great job helping set up excursions to transport. Then Chef Ronald..oh my word...we all wanted to take him home with us..he did not disappoint all requests were met anything we needed he picked up for us..would highly recommend..not sure how we could top this vacation. All the wildlife we saw we were in awe from two kinds of monkeys..iguanas..sloths..macaws..toucans..butterflies..cute little geckos. We would atay here again in a heartbeat and would highly recommend. Of course can't forget Katherine the maid..thank you all for a wonderful week in Costa Rica. Pura Vida
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy H.

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

high above the treetops

top 5 favorite things about villa celaje: 1. camilo was the best to work with! wonderful, quick communication! he planned everything for us and it was all perfection! 2. basement apartment living area was perfect for a family of 6. a perfect spot for small kids to be able to sleep close to mom. 3. monkeys, sloths and iguanas in abundance! 4. ronald’s amazing cooking everyday! it was so nice to be able to eat in! and he took care of purchasing and having all the groceries deliverered! 5. amy…our amazing housekeeper!! she washed our dirty clothes everyday, folded and had them sitting on our bed for us!! everything was wonderful!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

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

Spectacular Vacation Property

This is an amazing property with stunning views, luxurious accommodations and responsive, professional staff. Camilo's attention to detail in planning our excursions, travel transfers, etc. was outstanding... and not enough can be said about our chef, Chef Ron. The food preparations were unrivaled -- and cooking for 15 people, all with different tastes is no easy task! ... and Eimy and her housekeeping crew were non-stop and kept us in fresh towels and clean lodgings... again, not easy with 15 people (and kids in and out of the pool). The views from the balconies were breath-taking and the daily morning macaw fly-bys were mesmerizing. Our monkey visits were a delight for adults and kids alike (not the white-faced monkeys - they were grumpy, but the Ti-Tis were an excursion all their own! I could write pages lauding this property and its staff... if I could give higher than 5 stars, I would!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Phenomenal!!!

We had 8 adult couples share the property for a week. We all absolutely LOVED IT!!! Every morning we all shared coffee outside watching and listening to the wildlife. The Toucans, Macaws, and monkeys that visited the property were amazing. The staff were all exceptional!! Camilo was very responsive and helpful as our concierge. Chef Ronald's meals prepared for us were amazing. The massages Camilo lined up for us on Valentines Day were a hi-lite, as well as the bartender we had a couple nights... well worth the price! Everyone we came across was very nice. We enjoyed the waterfall buggy ride, Manuel Antonio National Park, fishing, Mary's Beach, the beautiful marina area, and the local downtown area as well. Security was never an issue. Transportation was only a text to Camilo away. I can not express our gratitude enough. The property and staff was the best I've come across.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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