How do I get
to the villa from the airport?
You have three options: van pickup in San Jose, car
rental, or a local flight.
Airport pickup
and dropoff:
Different van's seat 1-8, 9-12 or 13-24 guests and the ride
is about two and a half hours.
Pickup can be
at the San Jose Airport or at your hotel in San Jose
Please Inquire at our Manuel Antonio office
1 888-277-5649 Toll Free
506 2777-5258 Costa Rica
Car rental:
We will be happy to arrange a rental car that you can pick up
either in San Jose or in Quepos. 4x4s and SUVs are available and
rates vary depending on the type of car and the time of year. Before
you leave home, be sure and print out our driving instructions, which also
include information about contacting us once you arrive.
Local flights:
You can fly using one of the small local plane services.
There are no flights available after 2 pm.
We can make any of these reservations for you so you arrival
runs smoothly.
Is maid and
laundry service included in the rental fee?
Yes, daily maid and laundry service are included in your
rental fee.
Is there an
off-season?
Yes, September, October & November are the off-season
months and are priced accordingly.
What size are the pools?
The pools are plunge pools and range from 15 to 25 feet and 4
to 6 feet deep.
How's
the surfing in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is a
surfer's paradise. Quepos and Manuel Antonio do not have a great
break since there is a bay that partially blocks the ocean, but there
are excellent conditions every day of the year for beginners.
There are also several surfing schools great for beginners.
For the more
experienced surfer, there are several nearby areas that are
recommended. One hour north is Playa Hermosa, which is the most
popular surfing area in Costa Rica. About 30 minutes away are Bejuco
and Playa Esterillos, which are good but less crowded. Dominical is 1
1/2 hours away and also has good conditions. The very best waves in the
area are in Pavones, a 4 1/2 hour drive south near Panama.
To check current
conditions, go to
www.wetsand.com. They have the best report for Costa
Rica.
I
don't know the language or the area, will someone be around to help me?
Our property manager will be available to help you with
anything you need.
From booking a sportfishing trip, to getting groceries, she's there to
help. Also many of the locals can speak English, so you shouldn't have
any problems with language.
Do you have
any houses with handicap access?
Yes, we can accommodate our guests with handicaps, with
sufficient prior notice.
Are children
and pets welcome?
Children are welcome, but please remember that there are
Jacuzzis, plunge pools and high balconies on the premises; toddlers and
infants must be watched carefully.
Unfortunately we cannot accommodate pets.
Is smoking
allowed in the house?
Smoking is not allowed inside the house.
How far is
the beach from the house?
The villa sits on a cliff overlooking the beach. You can
reach it either by a three-minute drive or a fifteen to twenty minute
hike down the hill.
What about
safety?
Overall, Costa Rica is very safe, with less crime in a year
than what occurs in one week in US cities. The house is located on a
dead-end street and shares two nighttime security guards with 4 other
homes. There is also a programmable steel safe with your own key to
secure your valuables in the house.
What about food and restaurants?
Manuel Antonio has a number of very good restaurants to
satisfy most tastes. A list of recommendations is provided in the house
and the manager can make reservations at the most popular places for you.
Take a look at our restaurant page to see a few of
your options.
If you like, a private chef can be arranged to shop and cook
one or all of your meals.
