The multi-generational Goldberger Family stayed at our Costa Rica vacation home late in the dry season when the occasional welcomed afternoon shower provided for an excellent rain forest experience.

The Goldberger Family

San Diego, CA

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Discovery Beach House. Chef Desiree prepared exquisite meals that accommodated everyone’s desires and diverse needs. Juan and Cesar were very helpful and accommodating, even pointing out the local wildlife to our 5-year old. The housekeeping staff worked quietly and quickly to keep the house in beautiful condition, even with the seven of us living here. We’ll miss Diego & Frida and wish we could fit Diego in our suitcase.

We always looked forward to the “Monkey Hour” when we were entertained by their antics and acrobatics.

We highly recommend the Titi Canopy Tour! It was so well organized and run. Our 5-year old had a blast! Sancho’s and Agua Azul were delicious, and the only thing that surpassed the view from Rafael’s Terrazas was the food. Excellent! Thank you Susan for coordinating all of our activities.

Thank you David & Evelyn for opening your beautiful home to us!

Pura Vida!”

Sandi & Mark stayed at our Manuel Antonio vacation rental during the dry season to celebrate Mark’s 60th birthday. The Discovery Beach House was the perfect Baby Boomer getaway from the stress and pressures of everyday life. During their Costa Rica beach vacation they explored their many options for adventure tours and chose the zip line, they pampered themselves with site spa treatments and enjoyed the hands on learning experience of living on a private nature reserve.

Brent and Bronwyn McFarlen enjoyed reconnecting with their family during a Costa Rica beach vacation at our Manuel Antonio vacation rental with their 2 teenage children who each brought a friend. Brent nearly didn’t make it to Costa Rica after being in a near fatal car accident that landed him in the Intensive Care Unit of his local hospital. Recuperation on a quiet, private nature reserve and our Discovery Beach House customized 6-star service was just what the doctor ordered.

Brent & Bronwyn McFarlen, Allisa, Olivia, Liam and Glen

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

“What can I say about your beautiful home, wonderful staff and amazing country, I’m speechless! Today is a very sad morning that we have to leave here and return to the cold and snow of Oakville, Ontario, Canada (west of Toronto).

Your house was such a treat to stay in, the plants, the beds, the balcony, the pool & hot tub.  We had monkeys (white face) visit us every day, sometimes 3 or 4 times, one day we had 8.  Lizards, small rodents, which looked like guinea pigs [tempesquintles] and so many wonderful song birds.  Oh, and can’t forget our sloth friend.

Your staff were wonderful.  Thank you Susan for booking all of our amazing excursions (zipline, park tour, deep sea fishing, ATV tour) and for retrieving my lost Visa card. Whew! Your husband’s restaurant, “Villas Nicolas” was sooo good.  Thank you Juan for keeping the grounds beautiful, teaching us Spanish, helping us so, so much. Smiling Juan, you made our trip very special. Your guard dogs: Frida and Diego (in training).  Diego and I are best of pals, Frida not so much.  Cleaning ladies Lilliam (most of the week) and Gabriela (Friday & Saturday) were so great.  House was kept spotless, lots of fresh towels and bedding. They even washed our clothes, what service!

Costa Rica is now by far our favourite sunshine destination.  The jungle, the beach, the food (my new favourite cuisine, sorry Italy) and the people (nicest and most patient with our poor Spanish).  Thank you Evelyn for letting us switch our week from July to January. Oops, almost forgot Desiree, our chef for two days. OMG!! The food was the best we have ever had and such a wonderful lady.”

Adrienne Knoll and Ardis & Chuck Zander returned for the second time to our Manuel Antonio vacation rental. They spent a month relaxing and thought they’d be ready to go home by the end, but they were wrong…they still didn’t want their  Costa Rica beach vacation to end! Their extended one-month stay allowed their children to visit them at their convenience. Sometimes our guests get misty-eyed when it comes time to leave.

Chuck Zander

Tucson, AZ

“We thought after 2 weeks last year that a month this year would be just about right. Wrong again – no one wants to go home!

As “Desert Rats” from Arizona we again were amazed by the beautiful setting you have created for this wonderful home.  Susan the Concierge, the cleaning ladies and the yardmen were again just fantastic.

The consideration of a place similar or better than this is just downright impossible!

Our very best to you and yours and thanks again.”

Linda and Pete Stevenson

Paradise Valley, AZ

“Thank you very much for a wonderful week. We really appreciate you sharing your beautiful home with us. The kids loved seeing the towel origami sculptures every day and Juan could not have been nicer or more helpful. It was a very relaxing place to spend with our family away from the distractions of home.”

Darren & Bonnie

New Iberia, Louisiana

“Dear David & Evelyn,

The Discovery Beach House is very peaceful and secluded with a spa that comes to you – how wonderful! The treatment I found most beneficial was DEI (Diagnostic Energy Integration). It was emotional, eye opening and amazing!! I’d recommend this kind of private retreat to everyone. The sound of the waves, monkeys and birds and the relaxing feeling you get are almost impossible to put into words. We had a different spa treatment every morning. That’s how a day should start. It really teaches you how to relax and it makes you feel like royalty. Now, that’s a real vacation!

With warmest regards.”

Cindy & Sal, & Nick & Matt

Montreal, Canada

“Thanx again for the use of your heavenly little piece of the world!  We so enjoyed ourselves.  Cesar, Juan, Julio & Roberto are starting to feel like family Gabriela & Liliam (the towel expert) are a joy.  We have learned more Spanish this trip, but the “towel art” will require many more trips to get down….so as we leave here for our third time, we’re already planning the fourth!  Much love and thanks!

P.S. Your new Diego is the sweetest thing!”

Dave & Laurie Nixon

Apple Hill, Ontario, Canada

“What a fantastic place to spend our first couple of days in our favourite country, Costa Rica!  Double pleasure to spend it with our generous hosts Sal & Cindy.  This beautiful spot will always remain at the top of our memories.  Thank you so much.

P.S. It was such a pleasure to meet you David.  Really enjoyed your flute playing.  Sorry I didn’t get to meet you Evelyn.  Thanks for your informative book about the Orangutans.  I was touched and will certainly be contributing to their cause!”

The Steckler Family – Kevin and Terry, Kyle (15) and Jody (12)

Orange, GA

“Thanks for a wonderful week at the beach in your beautiful home.  Susan and the entire staff were great and we thoroughly enjoyed our time here in Costa Rica.”

Jon, Carol, Brianna, Jonathan, Brandon,  & Dillon Clark

Fort Collins, Steamboat Springs, Colorado

“This was an awesome setting for a great family vacation.  It was our second trip to Costa Rica for some and we came to “capture” our daughter who was in CR for her study abroad and take her home.  The entire staff here was the best we have experienced in vacation home rental.  Always friendly and willing to help.  Susan was very patient and willing to help before we arrived and during our stay.  Desiree, Juan and Pamela provided 2 days of wonderful local cuisine and conversation.  Frida, Diego, Roberto, and Cesare made us feel safe & secure.  Lilliam kept us neat & tidy while we totally relaxed.  The “Table Topics” provided great stimulus for intense family discussions.  We hope everyone had as wonderful a Costa Rica moment as we did at the Discovery Beach House.  We not only discovered the natural beauty of Manuel Antonio, but discovered some wonderful things about our family.  Thank you for sharing your home with us this Christmas season.”