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LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES

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Exceptional

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4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 208000 sq ft

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  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Matapalo, Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationKing Louis Waterfall1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPan Dulce Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Matapalo6 min drive

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.

LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES

This Beautiful Tropical Paradise Home sits on a hilltop overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Below are three of the most Exotic Beaches in the Osa Peninsula, "Cabo Matapalo". Pan Dulce, Backwash Bay, and Playa Matapalo de Osa.

This house was built with luxury and comfort in mind and has all the comforts of home. As the owner of Tres Palmas says "Mi Casa es Su Casa".

The beach is a short walk down our tropical pathway through dense primary rain forest. It's common to see all four types of Monkeys, Scarlett Macaws, Toucans, Sloths, Anteaters and other wildlife.

The property is surrounded by thousands of acres of rain forest that connects to the famed Corcovado National Park. Corcovado National Park is home to 80% of all the wildlife species found in Costa Rica.

We offer Optional Concierge Service. We can plan or book your entire trip to Tres Palmas. From your air and ground transportation needs to doing all your shopping for food, snacks and beverages prior to your arrival.

We will arrange any tours you might want to go on and activities you might want to attend. We can also setup onsite spa services, wedding and honeymoon planning, world class fishing packages.

With our Professional Chef, he can prepare dishes that you have requested or simply let him create authentic Costa Rican cuisine for you. All seafood is fresh and caught locally. All fruits and vegetables are fresh picked and grown locally.

THE HOME

Tres Palmas is one of the largest and most exotic rental homes in all of the Osa Peninsula. It sleeps up to 16 guests very comfortably in our four detached private suites, all with private bathrooms and alfresco showers, and a large loft with private bathroom.

There is a massive palm thatched rancho which serves as the central gathering and entertaining area of the house. It is nearly 3000 square feet that encompasses two living rooms, a TV room, dining room, gourmet kitchen and a large center circle that is ideal for Yoga groups.

Tres Palmas is ideal for large families, family reunions, friends, business retreats, fishing excursion groups, Yoga groups and wedding parties.

TEMPERATURES

Being elevated on hilltop, Tres Palmas catches all of the cool Pacific Ocean breezes. Since it also borders the cool rain forest on three sides, Tres Palmas stays cool and refreshing throughout the year.

You will actually need to cover up with a thin blanket at night, as the window with louver's and screens lets in the cool nights breezes coming in off the ocean.

ACTIVITIES. TOURS, EXCURSIONS AND SAFARI'S

There are so many things to do in the Osa Peninsula and so many options when it comes to tours, safari’s and excursions that it is almost impossible to know what service to use. Since we are based in Costa Rica and know these companies and work with them directly, we can help.

Most people think that the more expensive the package the better. This is not always the case and we know what services and companies to use. Even if it is the most expensive we can often negotiate a better price for you.

POPULAR ACTIVITIES

Dolphin and Whale Tour: During the tour, you will search for humpback and pilot whales. You might also see whale sharks feeding on the plankton blooms. Costa Rica’s most iconic and oft spotted whale, the humpback, spends more than eight months a year in these waters. Dolphins will be seen throughout the tour.

Fishing Safari’s: We can provide you with safari packages from 4 to 12 hours. This will be determined based on what you are looking to catch. The boat sizes range from 27-37 feet in length and go out about 20 miles and start trolling north or south depending on where the fish are biting. The Captain will be targeting mahi, yellowfin and black fin tuna, wahoo, sailfish and the occasional marlin.

Horseback Riding: The horseback riding trip takes you through the forest as you make your way to the beach. Once you arrive to the beach, feel free to open the reigns or take a leisure gallop while soaking in the sun.

Corcovado Day Hike: The Tour is a must do for those looking to check off a national forest. There is so much history behind it and how it was preserved. So much natural life to see and be a part of as you hike with nature.

Bird Watching: The Osa Peninsula is a bird watcher’s paradise. Home to over 360 bird species including the healthiest population of Scarlet Macaws in Central America. The lowland bird watch area offers birds such as manakins, contingas, honeycreepers, toucans, macaws, crested-eagle, harpy-eagle, warblers, plovers, sandpipers and vireos.

Kayaking: There are two kayaking options, a daytime trip and an afternoon/night trip. The tour will take you through the local mangroves leading towards the sea, with a wide variety of aquatic, reptilian and bird life.

Surf Lessons: Longtime resident Olman Fernandez Cedeno, locally known as Pollo, has been surfing the Matapalo waves since he was 7 years old. He is a very enthusiastic instructor and will get his students up and riding in short order. He states, on your first lesson you will learn to stand up and ride the wave. He and his instructors are CPR and First Aid certified.

Paddle Boarding: The Costa Rica paddle boarding cruise begins at Pan Dulce beach and heads over to Back-Wash bay along the shoreline as long as the waves are not up. Standing above the water allows for viewing of abundant marine animals, which may include dolphins, turtles, rays, fish and lots of sea birds.

Pavones Surf Trip: If you are a surfer than Pavones is a for sure destination while at Tres Palmas. Pavones is a small community located along the southern Pacific Coast and is known as a as a surfer's haven.

There are other tours and attraction. Please call and we will go over additional tours and attractions.

FOOD

Our Professional Chef can make your vacation a delight with no cooking or clean up. We will prepare a custom menu just for your group with Local Tico Cuisines with some Gourmet dinners mixed in. Separate charge required.

We will design your menu with your family or group in mind. Once you have booked you stay at Tres Palmas, we will discuss the likes and don’t likes when it comes to food. We will then do all the shopping prior to your arrival.

It is nice to eat as the locals and since we are surrounded by water, fresh seafood is available all year-round. Nothing flash frozen or farmed, just all natural.

If you have a meat lover in the group we can order Beef Tenderloins, Filet Mignon, Pork Tenderloins, Smoked Pork Chops or Chicken. We can prepare all meats either baked, roasted, grilled or brick oven baked. Some meats are upon availability and need time to arrange.

Since we do have a brick oven, our Chef generally tries to have a pizza night during your stay. We can also prepare all Vegetarian or Vegan diet if you prefer.

Three meals per day per person will be the base charge.

SPA SERVICES

We have a full-time masseuse on-site so you can get a massage anytime you like. After a long day hiking, there is nothing better.

PROPERTY RECAP

Osa Peninsula, as National Geographic put it, is one of the most biologically intense places on earth. Tres Palmas is an 8500 square foot villa estate that sits on 25 acres of primary rain forest. There is a professional Chef and kitchen to cook all your meals.

The Pacific Ocean stretches out to the horizon and you can see the tip of Panama across the Gulfo Dulce. Behind you are hundreds of acres of primary forest teeming with wildlife. Below are magnificent beaches with some of the best fishing and surfing the world has to offer.

Tres Palmas catches the cool tropical breezes coming off the Gulfo Dulce and Pacific Ocean. The sound of surf in the distance, scarlet macaws calling to their mates, while howler monkeys cavort overhead. This lulls you into a sense of harmony with nature.

In the midst of this, a secluded, luxury, exotic house has been built in a Modern Spanish style under a massive palm thatched roof. This keeps the temperature cool in the day and at night, even in summer.

Our property is home to all four types of monkeys, hundreds of bird species, sloths, iguanas, anteaters, and other animal species. Plant specimens are varied and abundant. This magical place offers the rare opportunity to experience nature at its most spectacular and unspoiled.

KEYWORDS: Sleeps 4, Sleeps 8, Sleeps 12, Osa Peninsula Vacation Rental.

Property manager

Trevor Yarotsky

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: No smoking in the bedroom areas, please.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 8,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
This property uses solar energy
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 fire extinguisher, 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxury Home Rain-forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo House
Luxury Home Rain-forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo Matapalo
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Luxury Home Rain forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo Matapalo
Luxury Home Rain-forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo House
Luxury Home Rain-forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo Matapalo
Luxury Home Rain-forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo House
Luxury Home Rain-forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo
Luxury Home Rain forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo Matapalo
Luxury Home Rain forest Beaches OSA Peninsula cabo Matapalo

About the neighborhood

Puerto Jiménez

Located in Puerto Jiménez, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. Puerto Jimenez Pier and Golfito Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Corcovado National Park and Corcovado National Park Office. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • King Louis Waterfall - 1 min walk
  • Pan Dulce Beach - 4 min drive
  • Playa Matapalo - 6 min drive
  • Corcovado National Park Office - 27 min drive
  • Puerto Jimenez Pier - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Puerto Jiménez (PJM) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buena Esperanza - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is LUXURY HOME, RAIN FOREST, BEACHES, OSA PENINSULA, CABO MATAPALO, CORCOVADO FORES located?

Located in Puerto Jiménez, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center, just steps from Osa Peninsula and King Louis Waterfall. Pan Dulce Beach and Playa Sombrero are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Soul-nourishing week!
This was an amazing space for a week away with our kids and spouses, who all live in different cities. Tranquil space with lots of options for more excitement (e.g. surfing lessons), and a constant nature show of birds, monkeys, and other wildlife. Delicious food, and friendly staff who went the extra mile (one of our daughters twisted her knee on the first day and needed a few more rides than we'd planned on). We absolutely plan on another visit, hopefully soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time June 2023
We were a group of 3 families with parents and 4 college age children -- 11 total. We had mostly non surfers but myself and 3 others surfed. Everyone in our group was blown away by the house. I mean it. Its that spectacular --in a good way. Not overdone or gaudy, just amazing design and beauty. Great pool with ocean view and Scarlet Maccaws flying below. Monkeys and other animals plentiful. The Manager Brad was helpful throughout and very responsive. The Chef Ivan and his team of helpers were great. Ivan is a nice guy and will get you any food or other stuff you need from town. We had mostly pescatarians and asked for fish for 8 nights in a row and Ivan managed to create lots of variety with fish and other sides. His deserts were always eagerly anticipated. Ivan made a mango and passion fruit pie from scratch that was amazing. The house is 30 to 40 minutes outside Puerto Jimenez and the drive way to the house is bumpy so going out his not super easy. I highly recommend having Ivan cook which is a bargain at $10 a meal per person. The groundskeeper looked for and found a mama and baby sloth on the property which was on my wife's bucket list to see. The Corcovado day hike is recommended and the guide Melvin was very good. One thing to keep in mind. The property sits above the beach. The hike down to the beach and back up is best suited to folks with good overall fitness. We liked the exercise but some will find it too hard.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family Costa Rica experience!
We loved our stay! So many animals, so many amazing plants! The hosts are amazing and we did the chef menus and they were amazing and made it a true exploratory vacation! Would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation!
We had 13 family members that ranged from 17-81 stay for 2 weeks. It was an unforgettable trip! Ivan made it over the top! He and his staff were so kind and helpful! The house itself is just what we were looking for, no neighbors, tons of wildlife and just so relaxing. There was plenty of room for all of us. If your thinking about renting this place…DO IT!! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leoncio R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Estadía espectacular
La localización, el servicio, las habitaciones y la comida fueron excelentes. De primer nivel. Recomendación cuando vayan a visitar el lugar lleven un vehículo 4x4.

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Spectacular!
The most amazing house and property I have ever been to in Costa Rica...and anywhere, really. This was my second time at Tres Palmas and I'm already trying to figure out how to get back for the third! We were a group of fifteen with ages ranging from 4 to 72 and everyone had a wonderful time! The view, the wildlife, the pool, the beaches...it doesn't get any better than this. There is so much wildlife on this property it's insane. Everywhere you look there is something. You don't even have to leave the pool and you will see monkeys, toucans, scarlet macaws, coatis, iguanas, bats, frogs, butterflies, hawks, vultures, spiders, hummingbirds...the list goes on! If you have a big group I'd definitely recommend hiring their chef and having your meals prepared for you. The food is sooo goooood! They will also work with you on timing around your tours and sleep schedule and will prepare pretty much whatever you'd like whenever you'd like it. Throughout the week we had fresh tuna and snapper, ceviche, smoked pork ribs, steak, and the most amazing burrito we have ever had in our lives for lunch one day. It was so nice not having to think about meal prep, or shopping, or cleaning the dishes! (Even though we did help clean the dishes, but we were happy to.) The staff is incredible, very polite and friendly, and go out of their way to make you feel at home. Stay here! You will not regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

BRAD F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Villa with Stunning Views!!!
This home was a +10 in every imaginable way. The house is even more beautiful than the pictures in the listing. The home's vibes are perfect for the setting and decor/details are perfect even down to the towel holders. We spent a lot of time in the infinity pool simply having cocktails and enjoying the unforgettable views. Also, the wildlife that comes with the house is absolutely unreal. We had toucans pecking at our window every morning (not to the point of annoyance) and four types of monkeys that visited us during our seven day stay. The outdoor space has plenty of room for large groups and makes for the perfect spot to hang out and have meals. The beach is stunning and very relaxed so you don't get the feel of a resort (our preference). It's about a ten minute walk from the house and great rain forest canopy. It's downhill to the beach and uphill coming back so make sure your group is ready for that. Outside of the beach, there are plenty of tours and activities within a mile of the house. It's really the perfect location if you're looking for something in the heart of Cabo Matapalo that still feels private and secluded. Lastly, I can't say enough good things about Ivan the chef and kitchen staff and the great gourmet meals, and the cleaning crew. Ivan was always available for tour recommendations and transportation services. One time a group of monkeys joined us by the pool with the hammocks and Ivan told us all about them. We only ate out once because the chef/food was AMAZING. It was like having 5 star cuisines right in your kitchen with no clean up. It will be hard to ever do another trip any other way again. The cleaning crew made sure the house was always tidy but stayed out of the way and we always had fresh linens. This is a very well run operation that will likely top anything else you will experience in your life. Worth the money ten times over. Thank you George, Brad, Ivan, and the rest of the crew!! For my once in a lifetime experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay!
We rented the property for our television crew and it worked out perfect for our needs. The communication was fantastic and hiring the private chef was key in keeping our crew happy and fed. We appreciated it all.

10/10 Excellent

Chuck G.

Best on Osa Peninsula!
A view that simply can not be beat! And every animal you can hope to see! Ivan, Rachel and Wilson took great care of all our needs while there. Brad made the whole experience seamless and easy. Thanks and can’t wait to see you all again soon! Gracias por todo! Fue grandioso! Chuck, Kim, Hope, Ava, and Owen
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Jocelyn B.

Really cool spot
Remote, beautiful spot to stay. The staff is just lovely! The pool is perfection. The food is delicious. The only negatives: the "path" to the beach is actually about 200 stairs, super steep. That was disappointing. Be ready to wake up EARLY with the howler monkeys every day. Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019