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Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!

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Exterior
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Property grounds
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, travel crib

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ￥31,478
￥39,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!

Surrounded by the forest the house is set off the ground and has huge windows to give it spectacular views of the forest canopy and Nicoya Gulf. Big rooms and Queen size beds provide comfort, plus all the essentials and more are provided. The house is large enough for a family but also perfect for a couples romantic get-away. Located close to town but extremely private it is ideal as a base to enjoy all of Monteverdes attractions and is an attraction in itself that provides the peace to rest after a full day of activities.

As mentioned the house is located on a large property, there are other rent houses on the property but out of shouting distance to provide each with privacy. Just up the road from the property there are several restaurants, a couple small supermarkets, art galleries and souvenir shops. Also in the area there are several attractions such as private reserves, a butterfly garden, night tours and others.

The space

The house is located on a 27 acre property which guests can explore as they wish, providing them the opportunity to see lots of the local flora and fauna without having to book a tour or drive anywhere.

Interaction with guests

Our hostess will confirm your reservation, meet you for check in and help with any questions you might have about the house, the area, tour options, dining suggestions on anything else you might need. We will leave you to yourself once checked in but are available at any moment for any questions or help you may need.

Other things to note

As a note the sofa bed lacks privacy because it is located in the living area but not comfort since it has a double bed mattress on it.

This property has a security camera outside, facing the garage.

Property manager

Daniela

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,550 square feet
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
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

Above Gulf Vacation Home Monteverde
Above Gulf Vacation Montever
Above the Gulf Vacation Home Monteverde
Above the Gulf Vacation Home Private vacation home
Above the Gulf Vacation Home Private vacation home Monteverde

About the neighborhood

Map
Provincia de Puntarenas, Monteverde

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 8 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

As of Apr 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! on Apr 20, 2025 start from ￥31,478, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is steps from Ficus La Raiz and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre are also within 10 minutes.

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Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Beautiful views, lovely touches in the house, adorable host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Beautiful spot. Very clean, lovely view, well equipped kitchen. Do note that the driveway down to the property is a bit steep, and might be tricky if you are in a sedan.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

My family and I spent one night in this amazing property and loved every minute of it. The home was so unique with the whole place, including the furniture being built by the family's grandfather. You could tell how proud they were of all the work he had done. The views all around were amazing and we got to see some cool wildlife right from our deck. They also have hiking trails which we enjoyed around the property and my kids had fun at the playground. The hostess Daniela was amazing. She booked us our zip lining including transportation to and from and also arranged for our drive into Samara. She made everything so easy and made us a wonderful pancake breakfast in the morning. This was such a unique and beautiful property within walking distance to several restaurants and we would happily go back. Thank you, Daniela!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Fabulous spot!
Our stay here was fabulous. The pictures don’t do it justice. The home is extremely clean and well taken care of. The beds are very comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped.It’s close enough to walk into the town of Monteverde and minutes to all of the excursions.We had monkeys visit our balcony and the view is incredible. To top it off, our host, Daniela was lovely and very responsive. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Lovley home has all amenities. Daniela very responsive. A bit hard to find but very quiet
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

The Gulf House - Home Away from Home
The Gulf House was perfect for our stay in Monteverde. It had everything we needed and more. The views were spectacular, and the property was close to town but secluded at the same time. Daniela was a great host. She was always quick to respond to our questions and to provide recommendations. She also assisted with booking various activities for us. Our favorite was the night tour with George! Would definitely recommend for your stay in Monteverde!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Absolutely loved this property, would highly recommend, amazing views with local wildlife coming to visit. A short drive into Monteverde, and dining options and a small supermarket very close by. Daniela the host was lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Wonderful Monteverde home!
Amazing place to stay! Only wish we had stayed longer!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

william k.

Excellent stay with family in monteverde
Saw family of coati around property. Daniela was very helpful and prompt with her communications. Highly recommend if staying in monteverde with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard D.

Beautiful surroundings
The house was great and had everything we needed. We were close to town and had fun observing wildlife from the back deck.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie L.

Great Monteverde stay
Very comfortable property. Amazing views of wildlife. The add-on breakfast was some of the best food of our trip! Daniela an excellent host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

luke m.

Best hostess
Daniella helped us so much, really helped us create a fun family experience. And the house and property was really beautiful and secluded. Couldn’t have been happier
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S., Burlington, Canada

Excellent stay
The photos do not do this place justice. The place was well appointed and very clean. The beds were very comfortable and Daniella was an excellent and helpful host. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

andi c.

Awesome!
Beautiful views. Felt like a cabin in the mountains. Daniela was helpful and prompt in all her communication. Loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

Great house for family or 4 plus people in Monteverde!
Beautiful house with a great view! You feel out in nature and even the monkeys came right up to the house one afternoon. Nice walking trails and good food nearby. Close to zip lining and the cloud forest.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena D.

A ton of fun!
We loved staying here. Daniela was very communicative, and sent great directions, including a very helpful video - without it, we might have still been wandering around the rainforest. The house is just a few minutes from town but feels like it’s tucked away, and we were able to see plenty of wildlife from the back balcony. Enough space for all of us, and the washer/dryer was a huge bonus so we could throw in a load of laundry. Highly recommend staying here if you need a lovely, comfortable place to stay in Monteverde!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S., United States

Monteverde
The property is very nicely furnished and stocked. Great views from the deck. Daniela was very accommodating and addressed all our needs and questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Simply amazing!
We very much enjoyed our stay at this slice of heaven! The house is amazing with everything that you might need. The host, Daniela was even more amazing, if that is even possible. Daniela was so easy to work with and communicate with. She was extremely helpful with anything we needed. The wildlife, view and charm of this house would be hard to beat. We would not hesitate to stay at this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W., Akron, Ohio

Great hideaway with wonderful views
Even our 25 year old daughter was amazed with the views from the house. The house itself is also view nice, open and airy yet plenty of privacy. Daniela is a wonderful, attentive host. Recommend the breakfast at Abuela’s Hideout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim m., Where do you live?

Spectacular!!!
This place is nothing short of spectacular. It was perfectly clean, the furnishing are top of the line, the setting is gorgeous, the host Daniella was so helpful and accommodating. We even saw a monkey! I highly recommend this tree house home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad F., Santo Domingo, Costa Rica

Great stay
Off the beaten path. Comfortable, newer cabin with everything you need. End of road in the jungle. Highly recommend. We live here in cr and Daniela, the host, was great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip L.

Great spot for family stay in Monteverde
We (2 adults, kids age 8 and 12) stayed in this house. It was very nice and a perfect base for our trip. The home is very well taken care of, with an excellent outdoor space. There were animals close by that gave a great nature feel. The playground/park outside is a lot of fun and very unique. The location is slightly off the path, though we were able to walk easy enough to the store and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Amazing setting
I truly felt I was staying in the cloud forest. I loved watching the agouti and coati on the back deck and the clearing down below. Daniella’s instructions were great and the signage getting to the house was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey O.

Spectacular house in the trees!
We would absolutely stay again at this house. The view was breathtaking, the house was clean, Daniela was so helpful and very responsive. She met us when we checked in and she is just lovely. It is a bit hard to find but she was so helpful in getting us there that once we found it, we had no issues going in and out. The house is very roomy and can fit at least 5-6 comfortably. The back deck is so wonderful in the early morning if you enjoy watching birds and various animals. Don’t miss out on this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe G., Washington, DC

Magical Place
Absolutely loved it - one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever stayed. The gorgeous wood furniture and the view were the highlights. We saw more wildlife from the balcony than we did at Monteverde or Curi-Cancha! Can’t recommend highly enough.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023