Description of the Property

The amazing Discovery Beach House is located directly on the sand. It sleeps 6 and is next to Manuel Antonio National Park, restaurants, and gift shops.

Inside, curl up in a cozy window seat that beckons you to read a book, take a nap or simply watch nature unveil its marvels. Then relax on a chaise lounge in the living room and watch SkyTV on a 46" plasma screen. Want to email friends and family about your fabulous vacation? Wireless Internet service is provided. Outside, imagine strolling along Manuel Antonio beach on powder fine sand with warm ocean waves lapping at your feet while you witness a stunning sunset of gold, pink and lavender hues.

Then walk back onto the property and dip into your huge infinity pool and adjacent Jacuzzi. Look around. You are in a remarkably privileged position within the monkey corridor that attracts capuchin, endangered red-backed squirrel and howler monkeys to nest in the surrounding trees at dusk for a perfect end to the most perfect day in paradise.

And there's more. Unlike cold built-to-rent vacation villas, the Discovery Beach House decor reflects the owners' fascinating experiences photographing primates in the most exotic places around the world. You'll discover dramatic touches such as a second story floating photo gallery where you'll join them on their journeys to Borneo, Rwanda, Nepal and beyond. You'll be delighted by the art tiles, hand painted sinks and many surprises to be found around every corner in this lovingly detailed home. Our concierge and staff are waiting to pamper you in the most desirable, convenient, private and secure vacation home rental setting in Costa Rica. Book it now and save $1000 - this offer won't last long.

Living Room - You'll appreciate this inviting living room after a day at the beach. Relax in the luxurious chaise lounge or in the window seat overlooking the entrance garden framed by giant traveler palms and a tranquil Japanese garden. Ease into an evening of home entertainment with SkyTV, DVD Player, DVD Library, CD Player, and High Speed Wireless Internet.

Great Room - This room has a stunning two story vaulted beamed ceiling and is surrounded by French doors that open onto a Spanish tile terrace and a emerald palm-lined garden. A gorgeous mission style two tier wrought iron chandelier is suspended over a hand crafted dining table with carved monkeys that opens up to seat 12. This room was designed without walls for free flowing conversation with friends and family between the living room and kitchen.

Kitchen - This room was inspired by artist Frida Kahlo's own kitchen at her Blue House in Coyacan, Mexico. Spectacular hand painted tile reproductions of her famous paintings are the focal point. Frida's fruit themes grace the splash board behind the sink, "Roots" and "Frida & Diego" adorn large niches in the breakfast bar. Since everyone tends to gather in the kitchen, bright red, green and gold colors make this room festive and especially inviting. The professional appliances, utensils, and custom designed cabinets are every cook's dream. Or, why not pamper yourself and hire a chef?

Master Bedroom - The focal point of this romantic second story room is the hand carved African four poster canopy bed draped with an amazing animal print designer fabric. It overlooks the pool and the ocean beyond. An umbrella covered Moroccon tiled table on your private terrace provides the perfect setting for that first delicious morning cup of Costa Rican coffee. A comfy window seat lined with jungle print pillows invites you to lean back and read a great book, watch the monkeys, or take a decadent afternoon nap.

Bedroom 2 - Suspended over the living room, this 2nd story bedroom boasts a 260° view overlooking the Great Room and Japanese Entrance Garden. A welcoming window seat provides extra seating or can function as an extra bed.

Master Bath - If ever there was a romantic bathroom, this is it. Lovely hand painted double sinks were reproduced from Frida Kahlo's "White Flowers." The green and white tile walls are exquisitely adorned with hand painted callalillies. The candle lined oversized bathtub was designed for two and looks out over a private tropical garden. A European bidet also graces this room.

Bedroom 3 - Enjoy the ultimate in privacy. This 1st floor bedroom has it's own entrance, kitchenette, bathroom and coffeemaker. No need to disturb anyone if the call of howler monkeys wakes you up earlier. Take your morning cup of delicious Costa Rican coffee out onto your own private patio and appreciate the lovely tree garden and early rising monkeys from your own Moroccon tiled table.

Photo Gallery - The owners' work as wildlife photographers took them to the remotest corners of the world and is chronicled in a spectacular floating Photo Gallery that features elephant rides in Thailand, climbing to Mt. Everest Base Camp, photographing mountain gorillas in Rwanda, and researching a book about orangutans in Borneo. Unlike other sterile built-to-rent vacation homes, this Photo Gallery invites you into the owners' lives and makes you feel at home in their distinctive Discovery Beach House.

Airport: Quepos
Distance: 15 minutes

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