Luxury Beachside Retreat in Cabo Matapalo

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4 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet-friendly

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

Puerto Jimenez, Puntarenas

Playa Matapalo2 min drive
Pan Dulce Beach8 min drive
King Louis Waterfall13 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bungalow

4 Single Beds and 2 King Beds

Creek Cabina

2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds

Masterbedrom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Rancho Room

4 Single Beds and 2 King Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

THE PROPERTY

Casa Grande
Come live the Costa Rica experience at “El Tumbo de las Olas” (the sound of the waves), a luxury private retreat set on three acres in the heart of the Osa Peninsula. El Tumbo’s Casa Grande, the heart of the property, is a two story lodge thoughtfully designed for communing with friends, family, and the natural world.

The first floor features a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable living room, and a casual dining area in an open floor plan that allows guests to feel at one with the surrounding jungle. With two bedrooms, two master suites, a large open loft space, and three baths, the second floor of El Tumbo offers plenty of sleeping space with ample privacy for each guest. Each bedroom is equipped with mosquito netting and a heavy duty fan to keep the tropical air flowing.

Our favorite feature of Casa Grande without a doubt is the open air deck that wraps around the entire second floor. A perfect place to recline in a hammock and enjoy the stunning jungle-lined ocean views, expansive gardens, colorful wildlife, and mystic jungle from above.

Bungalow
The Bungalow, located slightly higher on the property offers unobstructed views into the beautiful jungle gardens. Enjoy the unique, umbrella fabric rooms that blend right in with the surroundings.

Creekside Cabina
A two room escape nestled next to the creek, perfect for those looking for a peaceful space to truly enjoy the natural surroundings. Our Cabina sleeps four and features a kitchenette, outdoor shower, and open-air deck perfect for afternoon siestas.

Property Features
While the interior of the home provides no shortage of luxury, it is the grounds and surrounding natural environment that make the El Tumbo experience truly unforgettable. El Tumbo features extensive outdoor lounge space that allows guests to commune with each other and the surrounding jungle simultaneously.

Hammocks scattered across the property, a bbq area, the pool deck, and lush gardens provide a variety of outside spaces perfect for “vacation mode”. Whether it’s sunrises on the beach or afternoon strolls through the jungle corridors, you are sure to experience the best that Costa Rica has to offer. For those who need to keep ties to the outside world, Casa Grande offers a high speed Wifi connection.

THE EXPERIENCE

Concierge Services (All Inclusive Rate only)
El Tumbo de las Olas is not only a dream physical space, it is also an all-inclusive private resort experience. Felipe and Angelica, El Tumbo’s caretakers, utilize their expertise and educations in the hotel management, tourism, and culinary fields to make guests’ stays both flawless and carefree. From the first fresh-brewed cup of coffee in the morning, to the last spoonful of dessert in the evening, no detail is overlooked.

Along with creating an atmosphere of relaxation, Felipe and Angelica will help arrange local flights, taxis, car rentals and tours. They perform all grocery shopping and are happy to meet any specific needs that may arise. Housekeeping is provided daily and laundry service can be arranged for an additional fee.

Cuisine (All Inclusive Rate only)
It’s often said that food is the heart of every culture, and here at Tumbo we take great pride in the rich aromas of Costa Rican culture. Our property caretakers and your personal chefs, Felipe and Angelica, prepare each meal from scratch. Felipe brings his culinary education to the kitchen and pairs it with Angelica’s rich home cooking legacy instilled by her mother and grandmothers before her. Each meal is prepared with sensitivity to personal tastes and dietary needs, making sure to add heaping portions of local flair. Traditional dishes with a culinary twist, served with the sounds of the jungle in the background, make dining at Tumbo truly a five-star experience.

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Amenities

Pool

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Sea view

Pool

Kitchen

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site 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

About the area

Puerto Jiménez

Located in Puerto Jiménez, this holiday home is by the ocean. While the natural beauty of Corcovado National Park and Corcovado National Park Office can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Puerto Jimenez Pier. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

Playa Matapalo - 2 min drive
Pan Dulce Beach - 8 min drive
King Louis Waterfall - 13 min drive
Corcovado National Park Office - 22 min drive
Puerto Jimenez Pier - 22 min drive

Getting around

Puerto Jiménez (PJM) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

Buena Esperanza - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Beachside Retreat in Cabo Matapalo pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Beachside Retreat in Cabo Matapalo?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Beachside Retreat in Cabo Matapalo?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Beachside Retreat in Cabo Matapalo located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Osa Peninsula, Playa Matapalo and Playa Piro. Pan Dulce Beach is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

8 Sept 2015

Trip of a Lifetime

This was an absolute perfect getaway - from the food to the atmosphere. The house was absolutely incredible - every detail was clearly thought out from the outdoor dining area to the amazingly comfortable beds. This is truly a 5 star resort. The house is literally 5 minutes from 3 incredibly beautiful beaches - all with fantastic surfing waves. The water is easy to enter for kayakers and paddle boarders as well. Not to mention the crowning achievement of the house - the staff. Every single meal was absolutely delectable from fresh squeezed orange juice in the morning to perfectly cooked tuna steak - I have truly never experienced such consistently amazing food (all sourced locally). And as a new yorker, this is saying A LOT. The staff are some of the friendliest people in the world and are willing to go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Not to mention, they do an excellent job of cleaning your rooms every day making sure it is fresh for your arrival every night. I already have my next trip planned and cannot wait to return!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

25 Jan 2014

PARADISE!

This was the best vacation I have ever been on. The place is perfect. Not too fancy, real comfortable. Five star food. We are coming back - often! Love it! A and F are fantastic.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

10 May 2013

Amazing Five Star Jungle Resort in Cabo Matapalo

On April 20, 2013, four couples arrived at this amazing house in Cabo Matapalo. We saw some pictures online and we received some information about the resort. As fellow travelers, you don't always know what your getting until you arrive and we were all amazed.. I rarely write reviews but I feel compelled to let you know about this little secret. The Staff- the staff of Angelica, Felipe, Sandra and the Housekeeping staff were terrific. The House was always clean, cooking was continuous and Felipe arrange any local tours or other requests. The staff is so friendly and will make your stay very comfortable. The Food- The food presentation of Mahi Mahi, Beef Tenderloin and many other dishes for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner rivaled many top restaurants in Los Angeles or San Francisco. The fish was fresh, most of the ingredients were fresh. You are in the jungle, beachfront, having gourmet meals served to you at a beautiful location as jungle animals such as Monkeys, McCaws and many other animals swing from the trees. You feel like you are in a movie.... The Beach- Some of the best waves I have ever seen. For boogy boarders, surfers, kayakers, paddle boards(all equipment at the resort), you probably will have the longest rides of your life. The water is 80 degrees. The Pool- There is a pool on site and is very refreshing. It was needed throughout the day. Lot's of fun Yoga Center- There is a separate Yoga Center on the property. Classes are arranged for the guests. We used the Yoga Center for daily early morning stretching when classes we not going on. The Yoga classes were excellent. Massage- There is a local Massage Therapist from the United States that specializes in Thai Massage. She was fantastic..... This experience was a highlight for the group as everyone had an exceptional time. We know we will all be back if there is any space on the calendar. Chris

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

13 Feb 2013

SoCal Travelers

From the moment we arrived I we began to relax, the house is gorgeous and the grounds are beautifully maintained, looking at the pictures of the house can't tell the complete story of the experience that we had, from the sleeping areas, bar, hammocks and so many areas around the house to just relax to the rainforest and the beaches, their is never an end to all there is to do.The property has three different types of monkeys traveling through daily and to watch them never gets old, the birds are everywhere, Scarlet Macaws, Hawks, etc; to say that you feel like you are vacationing in a zoo isn't far off. The surfing and fishing at the beach is second to none and it's only a few steps away from the house. Felipe and Angelica manage the property and while we were there took care of our every need, from preparing the meals to making sure we had everything we needed for the day. We have been to many places around the world but this is one of the best we have experienced, can't wait for a trip back.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

26 Jan 2013

Amazing family vacation

This was our second trip to the OSA. Last time we stayed at Bosque de Cabo. We thought wherever we stayed this time could not possibly top that experience. Fortunately, we were wrong. The property was beautiful. The house was well appointed. The caretakers were very friendly and our kids enjoyed hanging out with their youngsters. Our daughters where thoroughly impressed when their new friend, Marina, climbed a tree and picked a fresh star fruit for them to eat! We had both relaxing and adventurous experiences from lounging at the dipping pool to taking a spontaneous swim in the middle of the gulf on our way back from the wildlife sanctuary-thanks Felipe! Delicious home cooked meals were included which saved us a lot of hassle from having to do shopping in Puerto Jimenez. We saw so much wildlife just from sitting on the balcony of house or on our walks along the road. We were sad to leave and hope to come back soon to the unspoiled treasure of Cabo Matapalo.