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Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE

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An infinity pool
Exterior
Interior
8 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 17

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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 manager

Pablo Arostegui

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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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 transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Snorkelling 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

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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

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 deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxurious Private Chef Mesmerizing views 30% off Jan 2021

About the area

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

  • ‪Runaway Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Falafel Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante L' Angolo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gelateria Amorosi - ‬7 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?

Checkout 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 miles (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 miles (3 km).

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

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 72 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

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Reviews

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

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

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

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

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

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

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

10/10

We stayed at this villa over the 2021/2022 holiday period. It’s a special place, and the photos do not give the views or property justice. Thanks to Covid, we had travel snafus (flights cancellations and the like) and Camilo was awesome in taking care of a bunch of the logistical issues. The chef Ronald was awesome and our meals were super tasty. We loved the place and experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

Facility was beautiful with the best views in Manual Antonio. Trip was made special by an outstanding staff. Do not believe we could have had a better chef than Ronald. Furniture in tv area could use updating and pool and showers in the bathrooms should be slip preventing Five stars and will highly recommend to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10

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

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

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