Castillo de Amber: 4 Independent Apts, Ocean Views, Fun Pool, Central Location!

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6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 16650 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas

Playitas Beach4 min drive
Manuel Antonio Beach7 min drive
Biesanz Beach9 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

El Capuchin - guest bedroom

2 Single Beds

El Capuchin - master bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

El Congo guest bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

El Congo - master bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

El Perezoso

1 Queen Bed

El Titi - master bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

7 bathrooms

El Capuchin guest bath

Toilet · Shower only

El Capuchin master bath

Toilet · Shower only

El Congo guest bath

Toilet · Shower only

El Congo master bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

El Perezoso bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

El Titi bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Pool area bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

The 'Castillo de Amber' is derived after the natural beauty of its namesake, translating to 'The Amber Castle' in English. This unique, 4-level, 6-bedroom rental villa is located in the central Manuel Antonio, along Pacific Canyon Drive--which is known for its gorgeous rental villas, easy access to restaurants and bars, and postcard views of the ocean and national park. Each floor has its own kitchen, living area and ocean-view balcony. The pool is huge, and has its own kitchen, barbecue and bar area (complete with stereo!). The surrounding rainforest is alive with wildlife, and its common to see all three kinds of monkeys, sloths, iguanas, toucans and other animals.

The Castillo de Amber consists of 4 levels:

1. upper/garage level:

El Congo (2 Bed / 2 bath)
- ocean-view master bedroom with ensuite bath (incl tub) and balcony
- ocean-view guest bedroom with shared bath
- great kitchen bar & dining area
- loft lounge with a queen sofa-bed

2. middle level:

El Capuchin (2 Bed / 2 bath)
- ocean-view master bedroom with ensuite bath and balcony
- guest bedroom with shared bath
- great Romanesque open-air living and dining area

El Perezoso (1 Bed / 1 bath)
- ocean-view studio with ensuite bath, double bed and balcony.
- kitchenette with small fridge, coffee maker, toaster and blender

3. lower level

El Titi (1 Bed / 1 bath)
- ocean-view master bedroom with ensuite bath and balcony
- private bath with shower
- comfy living area with queen sofabed

4. Pool Level:
- huge, ocean-view pool with fountain and loungers
- outdoor covered kitchen area with fridge, sink, barbecue grill, stereo and ocean-view bar
- suggestion: hire a chef and server to bring tapas and drinks down to the pool!

Castillo de Amber comes with concierge service, daily maid service (MTWTFS), and night time security. Within walking distance are numerous well-known and delectable restaurants, such as Agua Azul, Cafe Milagro, Emiliio's, el Avion, Lush and more. Public transportation to the main public beach (Playa Espadilla) runs nearby every 30 minutes, and the trip is just 5 minutes.

For families, groups of friends, weddings and other holiday-goers, the Castillo de Amber is an ideal, central villa with 4 independent, lockable areas--all with ocean views and kitchens.

Property manager

Kent Thompson - Manuel Antonio Rental Properties

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Steep stairs & pool.

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is allowed on the outdoor terraces.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Manuel Antonio

Located in Quepos, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manuel Antonio National Park and Manuel Antonio Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Holiday homes in Manuel Antonio

Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas

What's nearby

Manuel Antonio National Park - 10 min walk
Playitas Beach - 4 min drive
Manuel Antonio Beach - 7 min drive
Biesanz Beach - 9 min drive
Playa La Macha - 10 min drive

Getting around

Quepos (XQP) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

El Avión Restaurant - 9 min walk
Burû - 5 min drive
El Patio de Café Milagro - 5 min walk
Emilio's Cafe - 6 min walk
Baldi's Fresh - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Castillo de Amber: 4 Independent Apts, Ocean Views, Fun Pool, Central Location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Castillo de Amber: 4 Independent Apts, Ocean Views, Fun Pool, Central Location! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castillo de Amber: 4 Independent Apts, Ocean Views, Fun Pool, Central Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castillo de Amber: 4 Independent Apts, Ocean Views, Fun Pool, Central Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castillo de Amber: 4 Independent Apts, Ocean Views, Fun Pool, Central Location! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Manuel Antonio National Park, Pará Beach and Playitas Beach. Playa Espadilla and Biesanz Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location, incredible hosts

Myself and 8 others stayed here for my 49th birthday week, and it was exactly everything that the listing said it was! Everything about the property was stunning, conveniently located, and Vanessa was such a kind and gracious host. She recommended many great restaurants and excursions for our group to visit and do. At first, we were concerned that it might be not big enough for our group, but there is more than enough space for additional adults to join. Everyone was incredibly comfortable, had their own areas just sprawl out, and it was magical week for everyone who joined. I would absolutely recommend this property and would gladly stay again in the future. Kent and Vanessa were wonderful and really helped to make this vacation memorable.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

30 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantabulous!!!!!

We rented the entire place, and we don’t regret it. We had 10 people, fit perfectly…. The wild life was outstanding! Monkeys, toucans, macaws and a sloth all up front on the property. Carli and Jazz were very attentive for all our needs… Carli was so helpful with planning our excursions which were also outstanding.. even assisted in getting a birthday cake delivered which was delicious…. I will be returning ❤️

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

12 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible spot!

We had such an incredible time at this place. The 3 different floors that act like separate apartments were perfect for our family. There is a 4th smaller apartment that was also great for grandma! The location is ideal, 3 minutes from the beach, and 2 minutes from about a dozen or so restaurants and stores. We had monkeys and lizards almost every day by the pool and even had a sloth on our property. The views of the trees and the ocean were just amazing. The pool was our favorite hangout but also a bit nerve wracking as the edge of the pool has no fence or barrier and it is about a 20 foot drop. So if you have young kids like we did you'll have to watch them carefully. Otherwise for the money the spot is just amazing!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy N.

29 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Location and Views

The location and views from this property couldn't be better. Restaurants, bars, and stores are a short walk away. The property manager was excellent; the home was clean. We enjoyed the resident iguana and the visiting monkeys. The layout of the home was perfect for my husband and me and our 2 adult children with their significant others. Each couple had a separate floor/apartment. The property does feel a little tired, however. The pool is missing tiles, for example. The appliances are old. The beds and linens are okay, but not great. I assume the property has been used as a rental for some time, but it is at the point that it needs to be refreshed. For the price, you get a lot of space, however, and the property certainly worked for our purposes. We would recommend to others primarily because of the location.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Tanya S.

24 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wildlife-filled adventure!

My family and I really enjoyed this property. The house was beautiful, with so many areas for gathering/entertaining. Vanessa, our concierge, was an absolute treasure. She helped us with everything: transportation, tours, covid testing, etc. There were a few downsides to the property. 1. The guest bedroom in El Congo smelled terrible our entire stay. There was clearly an issue with the plumbing. The maintenance man tried to fix the problem twice, but it was never resolved. 2. Laundry was not free. The listing shows washer/dryer as an amenity, but you are not allowed to actually use it. The maid has to do any laundry for a fee. Other than that, we loved our time at Castillo de Amber. The pool was lovely and seemed like a thoroughfare for wildlife. Squirrel and Capuchin monkeys were regular visitors. We also saw iguanas and scarlet macaws from our balconies every day.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kent Thompson - Manuel Antonio Rental Properties

Manuel Antonio Rental Properties specializes in luxury vacation rental homes, villas and condos in beautiful Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica. All of our properties have ocean views, a pool, and concierge services.

Why they chose this property

Incredible ocean views and within walking distance to tons of restaurants, bars, shops, a bank, butterfly gardens, and public transportation to the beach! The monkeys love to visit--but please don't feed them!

What makes this property unique

With 4 independent apartments, Castillo de Amber allows larger groups composed of different families or couples to have their own spaces, complete with views and kitchen!

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