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Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE

Villa in Quepos with private pool and kitchen

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 171208 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
The current price is €1,675
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

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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.

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 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

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
  • Rancho Tipico don Juan - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Marina Pez Vela - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nahomi Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Playa La Macha - 11 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Cerdo Feliz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Quepoa Sport Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Comidas Rápidas Picis - ‬6 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE on 15 Dec 2025 start from €1,674.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE?

On-site parking is available at the 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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