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10 BR Ocean View Villa in Manuel Antonio for Family Gatherings & Retreats

Property ID & location

  • MA-08
  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Entire villa

  • 26 guests
  • 10 bedrooms
  • 10 full and 3 half bathrooms
  • 12,000 sq. ft.

Unique features of this home

  • Panoramic Ocean Views Overlooking Cathedral Point and Manuel Antonio National Park

  • Ten Ocean-View Suites with Private Balconies and En-Suite Bathrooms

  • Resort-Style Infinity Pool Suspended Above the Rainforest Canopy

  • Private In-Villa Spa for Massages and Wellness Treatments

  • Air-Conditioned Cinema, Game Room, and Private Fitness Space

  • Game Room with Pool Table, Foosball, and Ping Pong

  • Included Private Chef Service with Two Daily Meals Prepared Fresh

  • Exclusive Hillside Location Near Beaches and Manuel Antonio National Park

  • Surrounded by Rainforest Wildlife Including Monkeys, Sloths, and Tropical Birds

  • Designed for Large Groups, Family Gatherings, and Retreat Stays

Amenities

Essential

  • Balcony
  • BBQ Grill
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • Ceiling Fans Throughout
  • Coffeemaker
  • Daily Maid Service
  • Dishwasher
  • Foosball
  • Full Kitchen
  • Game Room
  • Hairdryer
  • Hammocks
  • Hand Soap
  • Internet Access
  • Jungle Views
  • kitchen Equipment
  • kitchent soap
  • Laundry
  • Microwave
  • Off-street Parking
  • Patio/Deck
  • Pool Table
  • Pool Towels
  • Security Safe
  • Table Tennis
  • Theater Room
  • Tiled Floors
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wi-Fi/Internet Access

Community

  • Restaurants/Bars
  • Shopping
  • Tennis Courts

About the home

This 10-bedroom ocean view villa is designed for large family gatherings, retreats, and group vacations in Manuel Antonio. Accommodating up to 26 guests, the property features panoramic ocean views, a resort-style infinity pool, private chef service, spacious gathering areas, a private cinema, fitness room, spa, and easy access to Manuel Antonio National Park, beaches, and local attractions.

Where Can Large Families and Groups Stay Together in Manuel Antonio?

This luxury vacation rental in Manuel Antonio for large groups accommodates up to 26 guests across ten ocean-view suites. It offers the space, amenities, and services needed for memorable family reunions, retreats, and group vacations. With a private chef, infinity pool, entertainment spaces, and panoramic ocean views, it provides one of Manuel Antonio’s most complete large-group vacation experiences.

Luxury Vacation Rental in Manuel Antonio with Ocean Views, Private Chef & Infinity Pool

Set high above the Pacific coastline, this exceptional luxury vacation villa in Manuel Antonio offers panoramic views stretching across Cathedral Point, Manuel Antonio National Park, rainforest-covered hillsides, and the Pacific Ocean beyond.

From sunrise through sunset, the scenery creates an extraordinary backdrop for family gatherings, celebrations, retreats, and unforgettable Costa Rica vacations.

Designed for guests seeking privacy, comfort, and generous living spaces, the villa combines the natural beauty of Manuel Antonio with thoughtful amenities and personalized service to create an effortless group travel experience.

Luxury beach vacation rental - Manuel Antonio / Costa Rica

A Prime Location in the Heart of Manuel Antonio

Located within one of Manuel Antonio’s most desirable hillside neighborhoods, the villa enjoys a peaceful setting surrounded by rainforest while remaining close to the area’s most popular attractions.

Guests are just minutes from:

  • Manuel Antonio National Park
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Playitas Beach
  • Marina Pez Vela
  • Catamaran cruises
  • Sportfishing charters
  • Wildlife tours
  • Zip-lining adventures
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Waterfall excursions

This convenient location allows guests to enjoy the best of the destination while returning each evening to a private ocean-view retreat.

Spacious Luxury Designed for Families, Retreats & Large Groups

The villa features ten spacious ocean-view suites, each offering a private balcony and full en-suite bathroom.

The layout is ideal for:

  • Family reunions
  • Multi-generational vacations
  • Corporate retreats
  • Wellness groups
  • Special celebrations
  • Friends traveling together

Generous common areas allow groups to gather comfortably, while the private bedroom suites provide personal space and privacy for every guest.

Natural materials, warm finishes, and expansive windows create an atmosphere that feels welcoming, relaxed, and connected to the surrounding landscape.

Resort-Style Infinity Pool with Ocean & Jungle Views

The private infinity-edge pool is positioned to maximize views of the Pacific Ocean and rainforest canopy below.

Whether enjoying a morning swim, spending the afternoon poolside, or gathering together at sunset, the pool becomes one of the property’s most memorable spaces.

Surrounded by tropical greenery and open skies, it offers the perfect setting for relaxation and connection.

Surrounded by Wildlife & Natural Beauty

Nature plays a central role in the villa experience.

Guests frequently encounter white-faced monkeys, howler monkeys, sloths, scarlet macaws, toucans, butterflies, and countless tropical birds moving through the surrounding rainforest.

The combination of ocean views and wildlife encounters creates a uniquely Manuel Antonio experience that guests remember long after their stay.

Entertainment & Amenities for Every Generation

Designed with large groups in mind, the villa offers amenities that appeal to guests of all ages.

Highlights include:

  • Private cinema with tiered seating
  • Air-conditioned game room
  • Pool table
  • Foosball
  • Ping pong
  • Wet bar
  • Private fitness room
  • Dedicated spa space for treatments and relaxation

Whether guests are looking for entertainment, wellness, or quiet moments, the villa provides options throughout the property.

Private Chef Service & Personalized Hospitality

A private chef is included for two meals each day, allowing guests to enjoy fresh, professionally prepared cuisine without leaving the villa.

Customized menus can be tailored to dietary preferences, celebrations, family gatherings, and retreat programs, creating a more relaxed and enjoyable group experience.

Combined with dedicated concierge support, every detail of the stay is designed to feel seamless and stress-free.

Luxury beach vacation rental in the heart of Manuel Antonio / Costa Rica

Concierge Services & Vacation Planning

Your concierge team can assist with every aspect of your Manuel Antonio vacation.

Available services include:

  • National Park tours
  • Catamaran cruises
  • Sportfishing charters
  • Zip-lining adventures
  • Waterfall excursions
  • Private transportation
  • Wellness treatments
  • Private events and celebrations
  • Activity and excursion planning

Every itinerary can be customized to match the interests of your group.

An Exceptional Manuel Antonio Retreat for Large Groups

Combining panoramic ocean views, spacious accommodations, personalized service, and resort-style amenities, this villa offers one of Manuel Antonio’s premier settings for family gatherings, retreats, and group vacations.

It is a place where guests can reconnect, celebrate, explore, and experience Costa Rica together in comfort and style.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests can the villa accommodate?

The villa accommodates up to 26 guests across ten ocean-view bedroom suites, making it ideal for family reunions, retreats, and large group vacations.

Is this villa a good choice for multi-generational family vacations?

Yes. The spacious layout, private bedroom suites, infinity pool, cinema, game room, and chef service make it an excellent option for guests of all ages.

Is private chef service included?

Yes. A private chef is included for two meals per day, with customized menu options available.

How close is the villa to Manuel Antonio National Park?

The villa is located just minutes from Manuel Antonio National Park, beaches, restaurants, and many of the area’s most popular attractions.

What wildlife can guests expect to see?

Guests frequently spot monkeys, sloths, scarlet macaws, toucans, butterflies, and many other tropical species in the surrounding rainforest.

What activities can be arranged during our stay?

The concierge team can coordinate National Park tours, catamaran cruises, sportfishing, zip-lining, waterfall hikes, wellness treatments, transportation, and many other local experiences.

Sleeping Arrangement

Suite #1

1 king

Suite #2

2 singles that can be converted to a king

Suite #3

1 king

Suite #4

1 king

Suite #5

1 king

Suite #6

1 king

Suite #7

1 king

Suite #8

1 king

Suite #9

1 king

Suite #10

1 king

Rates

High season

  • $17,600 a week as a 6 bedroom for 12 guests
  • $1200 for each additional bedroom for 2 guests
  • $525 a week for each additional guest, max 26 guests

Mid season

  • $15,500 a week as a 6 bedroom for 12 guests
  • $1000 for each additional bedroom for 2 guests
  • $425 a week for each additional guest, max 26 guests

Low season

  • $12,500 a week as a 6 bedroom for 12 guests
  • $800 for each additional bedroom for 2 guests
  • $325 a week for each additional guest, max 26 guests

Special Holiday week

  • $18,800 a week as a 6 bedroom for 12 guests
  • $1200 for each additional bedroom for 2 guests
  • $525 a week for each additional guest, max 26 guests

Christmas week

  • $38,960 as a 10 bedroom for up to 26 guests

New Years week

  • $45,200 as a 10 bedroom for up to 26 guests

Things to keep in mind

Weddings

There is a site fee of $2000 that applies if having an event like a wedding at Saltwater Haven, maximum capacity for an event is 70 people. The site fee can be reduced $250 for each additional home rented from a select group of homes. The chef services included in the rental rate do not apply to an event like a wedding, a catering service for the event can be arranged for through your coordinator. The site fee does include additional staff to assist with moving furniture and a maid for 4 hours during the event to help keep the bathrooms and general area picked up. The site fee does not cover the cost of any equipment rentals such as chairs or tables nor does it include coordination services. The site fee will be paid with the final rental payment 30 days prior to arrival.

Chef services

Chef services are included for 2 meals a day, cost of food is additional. The chef will do all of the shopping and bring you the receipts daily for a cash reimbursement.
We can also offer you a meal plan with local food and soft drinks, no lobster and no shrimp, for $325 per week per adult. With local beer, rum, and wine also included the rate is $400 per week per adult. For children 6-12 years old the rate is $175 per week per child and for children 5 and under it is free with a minimum of 8 adults in the package.

Occupancy policy

  • Bedrooms not rented will not be offered to anyone else
  • Occupancy is based on 2 people per room until all bedrooms are rented

Rates

  • All rates are per week in U.S. dollars unless otherwise specified
  • Rates are subject to local taxes
  • Last minute discounts available in the last 60 days

Payment policy

To reserve this home we will send you a rental agreement email. This will hold the reservation for 3 days for us to receive your reply email agreeing to the terms. Once we have the reply email we will give you another 7 days for us to receive the first 50% deposit. The remaining 50% payment is due 30 days prior to your arrival.

There is a damage protection fee of $120 due with the final payment.

For payments we can accept VISA/MasterCard or wire transfers.For any charges made to a VISA/MasterCard there will also be a 6% surcharge.

For any wire transfer that we receive there is a $40 flat fee. If paying by wire please email us and let us know the name on the account that the transfer originated from and when it was sent, it will take up to 48 hours for the wire to be reported to us. If you or the bank you are wiring from have any questions please contact Fernando Mon-Fri at 888-818-2097.

Cancellations

If you have to cancel we can refund your deposit minus a $300 processing fee so long as we are able to re-rent the dates for the same amount of the original reservation. The longer we have to do this the greater chance you have of getting a refund.
You can also choose to have us hold your deposit towards future dates within 18 months of the dates on the original reservation. This will not incur the processing fee like the refund policy but we must be notified at least 4 months prior to the reservation dates to be able to give you credit.
If you cancel within 4 months of the reservation dates a possible refund or credit to the future are only possible if the reserved dates are re-renting for the same amount as your original reservation.

87 Reviews

The best week!

Stayed Jun 2026
Lauren
We had the best week at Saltwater Haven. We were two adults and 8 teenagers! The house is gorgeous- views are unreal! The house is in great condition and well maintained! The… Read More

Pura vida!

Stayed Jun 2026
DeeDee
The house was absolutely stunning! It had everything we could have possibly wanted or needed. The views were spectacular! David was incredible — always available and went above and beyond, even setting… Read More

The Perfect Personal Hotel!

Stayed May 2026
Jaqueline
This is my second time booking this Villa. This time I came back with 22 of my family members. Every detail made this the most luxurious vacation: Chef Junior and Janet made… Read More

Saltwater Haven!

Stayed May 2026
Jodi
Our stay at this vacation home in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the stunning views, beautiful surroundings, and impeccable attention to detail throughout the property.

The home was spotless, spacious, and equipped with everything we needed for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Waking up to the sounds of tropical birds and enjoying morning coffee while overlooking the lush rainforest was a dream come true. We were even lucky enough to spot monkeys, toucans, and sloths right from the property!

The location was perfect—close to Manuel Antonio National Park, incredible beaches, restaurants, and local attractions, yet private enough to feel like our own tropical paradise. The hosts were exceptional, providing excellent communication, helpful recommendations, and genuine hospitality that made us feel truly welcomed.

This was easily one of the best vacation rentals we have ever experienced. If you're looking for a luxurious, peaceful, and authentic Costa Rican getaway, look no further. We can't wait to return and create more amazing memories here. Highly recommend—five stars all the way!

We already can’t wait to come back!

Stayed Apr 2026
Carrie
Our stay at this beautiful Vrbo in Costa Rica was absolutely unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking views, peaceful atmosphere, and stunning design of the… Read More
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