Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE
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Luxurious, Private Chef, Mesmerizing views, lots of WILDLIFE
Quepos, Puntarenas, 60601, Costa Rica
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Highlights
Ideal location
Lots to do
Sparkling clean
Excellent serviceAmenities
Pool
Snorkeling
Surfing
Horse riding
Hiking
Basketball court
Wi-Fi in public areas
Infinity pool
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Property Description
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.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:Events allowed.
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10.0/10
Cleanliness10.0
Amenities10.0
Location10.0
Service10.0
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Surroundings
Airport: Quepos Airport
(8.2 km)
Landmarks: Cascada El Salto
(440m)
Landmarks: Yara Art Gallery
(530m)
Landmarks: Amigos Del Rio
(670m)
Landmarks: Gimnasio Mucho Músculo
(820m)
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Eight-Bedroom Villa
8 bedrooms: 3 single beds 4 queen beds and 3 king beds
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Telephone
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Guest Reviews
10.0/10
Outstanding
25 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness10.0
- Amenities10.0
- Location10.0
- Service10.0
Average for similar properties in Quepos
Megyn C.
June 22, 2025
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!
Ashley L.
February 25, 2025
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!
Mark H.
February 19, 2025
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 .
Steve S.
January 28, 2025
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!
Brian H.
January 18, 2025
Great place!!
The house is beautiful, food was great, everything was really impressive. We had a great time,!
Stacy S.
January 15, 2025
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!
Lauren W.
January 7, 2025
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!
TJ L.
October 14, 2024
Breathtaking Property
From the moment we arrived, Camilo greeted us with warm hospitality, and we toured this dream villa.
Beautifully designed and expansive, a perfect blend of modern comforts and tropical charm.
The large windows and open layout allowed for plenty of natural light and stunning views with every room able to experience breathtaking views of the lush jungle and ocean.
Chef Ronald attended to our every wish; offering custom meal planning ranging from pastas, grilled fish, ceviche, lobster, steaks, ribs and a risotto that exceeded our connoisseur’s belief!
He is very talented and never destroyed the kitchen like many chefs are prone. His blackberry sauce is over the top!
The outdoor space and pool with deck and outdoor kitchen/bar was an oasis surrounded by greenery, we spent many days enjoying the views and sounds of nature with morning coffee, day/night cocktails and music.
We all became birdwatchers continuously being enthralled by the scarlet macaws and toucans; we even spotted a troop of capuchin (white faced monkeys) frolicking in the trees!
Camilo arranged some breathtaking activities like whitewater rafting, an ATV jungle tour and a day of exploring multiple waterfalls.
Every single day, Mrs. Nellie ensured all of the rooms and spaces were returned to the pristine conditions of the first day!
This property IS everything it appears to be and topped off with Camilo, Ronald and Nellie we were treated to a lifetime of memory making.
We highly recommend it!
Jerry A.
August 14, 2024
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.
Services & Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pool
Snorkeling
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Hiking
Off-site
Basketball court
Off-site
Wi-Fi in public areas
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Pool
Infinity pool
Front desk services
Concierge service
Health & wellness
Hiking
Off-site
Horse riding
Off-site
Mountain biking
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Snorkeling
Off-site
Surfing
Off-site
Basketball court
Off-site
Activities
Beach towels
Fishing
Off-site
Eco tours
Off-site
Public areas
BBQ
No smoking in public areas
Garden
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Property host
Pablo Arostegui
Speaks: English, Spanish, Italian
About this property
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.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About events:Events allowed.
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Quepos Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 8.17KM |
| Hotel Star Rating | 4 |



