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Slice Of Paradise Beach Bungalow, sleeps 2 - 5, full kitchen, 2 baths, AC, &more

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Welcome to Slice Of Paradise Bungalows & Gazebo
Your host Ron, The Mango Man
white face capuchin monkeys helping themselves to some bananas in the back yard
Playa Matapalo beach in front of Slice Of Paradise
Your Host Ron & Giselle, Costa Rica, always vibrant green & full of giant trees

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Playa Matapalo, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Matapalo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Linda Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

#1 Main Full Bathroom on 2nd floor

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

1/2 bathroom on the main floor

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Slice Of Paradise Beach Bungalow, sleeps 2 - 5, full kitchen, 2 baths, AC, &more

Welcome to Slice Of Paradise, Our 2 story beach bungalow will sleep up to 5 people with 3 beds. There is a king, & queen size beds in the large upstairs bedroom, & a single bed that's separate in the downstairs living room, The bungalow has a fully equipped kitchen complete with a coffee maker and coffee bean grinder, toaster, blender, full size refrigerator, a stove, and all the dishes and cooking utensils you will need for meals. This bungalow has a living room, 1&1/2 bathrooms, A.C, a balcony off the bedroom with a spectacular view of a jungle mountain & large green meadow that's full of tropical birds & other wildlife. There is also a gazebo right in front of the bungalow for your use. The gazebo has hammocks, patio furniture for outside dining, WiFi, & a ceiling fan with lights for using the WiFi in the evening or at night. With a bungalow rental you will have the free use of beach cruiser bicycles, boogie boards, surf boards, beach chairs, large beach towels, & a beach umbrella.

* To read our reviews for both of the Slice Of Paradise Bungalows, please go to our other vrbo listing #135036, Slice Of Paradise, The Surf Shack, Bungalow for 2 people, all our reviews are listed there. We have been in operation since 2007 & there are over 70 reviews that covers both bungalows at Slice Of Paradise, vrbo listing #135036.

* If you need a bungalow for only 2 people & this bungalow is not available see our other listing at VRBO listing #135036, Slice Of Paradise, The Surf Shack, a bungalow that sleeps 2 people, king bed, full kitchen, full bath, AC, gazebo, & more.

Slice Of Paradise is located on one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in Costa Rica & its only a minute walk from the property. There is an abundance of wildlife for you to see on this beach. You will see monkeys that visit our property twice a day, in the early morning hours & about an hour before sunset every evening, you can always find a sloth or 2 hanging around in the trees on this beautiful jungle beach, & there are also scarlet macaw parrots, toucans, Lora green parrots, iguanas, and endless species of tropical birds for bird-watching on Playa Matapalo.

Our lush tropical flower gardens & grounds are a beauty to behold & we have many tropical fruit trees including several Mango trees, Cashew tree, tropical fruit Cas tree, Banana & Plantains, Central American Apple tree, numerous species of palm trees & more. If you would like to see Mother Nature at her finest Slice Of Paradise is the place for you. Playa Matapalo is like having your own private beach all to yourself. You can walk the beach for miles on this velvety sand beach and will never step on a rock & you will probably only see a few local Ticos (Costa Ricans) fishing with a hand line. If you go for a beach walk at low tide you won't have to worry about finding your way back because you can simple follow your own footsteps in the sand that will lead you back to Slice Of Paradise. The ocean water temperature at Playa Matapalo is very warm & stays around 78 to 85 degrees the whole year around.

Slice Of Paradise & Playa Matapalo is located on the South Central Pacific Coast only 25 miles south of Manuel Antonio National Park and10 miles North of the surfing village of Dominical. We are centrally located to all the best attractions, site seeing spots, & all the tours that Costa Rica has to offer. Any tour you would like to do is just a short drive from your bungalow, and we work directly with all the tour companies in the area & will book any tour you would like to do for no charge. You could never stay at Slice Of Paradise and have enough days to do all the things you would like to do or see, there is just too much beauty & wildlife to see on this beach and the surrounding area. There is a bar, restaurant & grocery store within walking distance from your bungalow on the beach road or you can walk for10 minutes on the beach to get an authentic typical Costa Rican breakfast, lunch, or dinner & do your grocery shopping all in one stop at A-Kachete Bar, Restaurant, & Super Mercado. Matapalo has several other good restaurants & markets for doing grocery shopping. For a gourmet meal you will want to check out The Matapalo Supper Club just a 10 minute walk on the beach road from your bungalow. If you are a fan of seafood you will not want to miss eating at The Langosta Feliz Restaurant (The Happy Lobster) for some of the freshest & best seafood in the area.

Be sure to catch the sunsets every evening on the beach. Playa Matapalo is known for its colorful sunsets, & you will be able to watch the sun disappear into the Pacific Ocean. Everyone congregates on the beach to watch the beautiful sunsets that we get every evening. They're a thing of beauty so don't forget to take your camera with you.

* Our rates for the 2 story beach bungalow start at $125.00 a night for 2 people & increase by $15.00 per night for each additional person over 2 people. (2 people = $125.00 a night, 3 people = $140.00 a night, 4 or 5 people max = $155.00 a night)

PURA VIDA,
RON, SLICE OF PARADISE

Keywords: Costa Rica, Playa Matapalo, Puntarenas Province , Slice Of Paradise, Beach Bungalow, sleep 2 to 5, full kitchens, Air Conditioning, beach, wildlife, sunsets, monkeys, tropical birds, Manuel Antonio National Park, Dominical, surfing, A-Kachete, Langosta Feliz restaurant, Matapalo Supper Club

Property manager

Ron Amundsen, Slice Of Paradise, Beach Front Road, Playa Matapalo, Costa Rica
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Savegre

Located in Savegre, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Hacienda Baru and Titi Canopy are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Parque Reptilandia and Rancho Tipico don Juan are also worth visiting.
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Playa Matapalo, Provincia de Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Linda Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Playa Dominical - 18 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 54 min drive - 39.5 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Langosta Feliz - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Patio Café & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Alegría - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Fiesta Del Chicarron - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Pacifico lobby bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Slice Of Paradise Beach Bungalow, sleeps 2 - 5, full kitchen, 2 baths, AC, &more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Slice Of Paradise Beach Bungalow, sleeps 2 - 5, full kitchen, 2 baths, AC, &more?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slice Of Paradise Beach Bungalow, sleeps 2 - 5, full kitchen, 2 baths, AC, &more?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slice Of Paradise Beach Bungalow, sleeps 2 - 5, full kitchen, 2 baths, AC, &more located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Matapalo Beach and Linda Beach. Playa Hatillo and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joyce t.

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

Loved it!

This was a great pick for us. Accessibility to the beach was easy. The beach was huge, and the water is the warmest i have ever encountered. Ron was a very helpful resource. Beach chairs and boogie boards small cooler all helped to make our vacation fabulous. Got some great pics of the sloth on the property. Great location for venturing to nearby destinations, like fishing or national parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Best VRBO Experience Ever!

Ron & Giselle are the most incredible hosts! Their property is more than promised, clean, beautiful & a very short walk to an uncrowded (we had it all to ourself several days) beach. They even provided chairs & beach towels, a cooler, portable grill for our outings. We saw a black hawk, sloth, monkeys, parrots, and an iguana within hours of our arrival. The outdoor shower, gazebo with fan & lights, and hammocks are so relaxing. I have to add that our hosts were the most welcoming & communicative that I have experienced in years of using VRBO. Thank you for an incredible visit! It was more than we hoped for!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtenay M.

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

Perfect Relaxing Getaway in Costa Rica!

My husband and I stayed at Slice of Paradise for five nights and loved every minute. The bungalow is located behind the hosts’ home and is completely separate and private. On the first floor there’s a full kitchen with everything you need (including a drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster, blender, and air fryer), a living room with a couch, a chair, and a daybed; a half bath; and a large closet with beach chairs and boogie boards. Upstairs is a full bath with a huge shower, a very large bedroom with two king beds, and a balcony that looks toward the mountains. Steps from the front door is a gazebo with comfortable chairs and hammocks and a powerful ceiling fan. The neighborhood monkeys and dogs come to visit frequently. The beach is a three-minute walk from the front door if you walk slowly. At its very most crowded there might be a dozen people there, but we often had it all to ourselves. The water was very warm. The neighborhood is very quiet. If you’re looking for activity, Dominical is a ten-minute drive away. Lots of tours and adventures are available within a short drive. In sum, this is a fantastic property for a relaxing vacation. Ron and Giselle are great hosts—-always available for questions but providing plenty of privacy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy R.

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

Peaceful Beach Location

We really enjoyed our stay at Ron’s. The beach is just across the road, and the backyard is jungle. The gazebo and hammocks were great for unwinding after a day in the sun and sand. It was great to have 2 bathrooms, and the kitchen was well stocked. Ron was super friendly, welcoming, helpful and trustworthy. He booked our Mangrove tour and told us about a few nearby tourist and “locals” waterfalls, and he made sure we were introduced to the neighbourhood sloths. He had enough boogie boards for family of 5 and was willingly to share all his knowledge of the area with us. He’s been doing this for a long time and it shows! We would definitely stay at Ron’s again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke J.

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

Excellent Jungle and beach home

My family of 5 had a fantastic stay. We used both bungalows, although the bigger bungalow (that I am reviewing here) was plenty big enough for the 5 of us. Air conditioning was excellent in the bedroom upstairs and the living and kitchen area downstairs, which mattered to me! Staying in this home really felt like staying in the jungle, with plenty of wildlife from the lizards that join you, to the monekeys that came by and even ate from my family’s hands! Ron and his wife Giselle were very kind and considerate hosts, and live next door on the same plot so they are always on hand. Ron was able to recommend a fantastic wildlife tour where we saw monkeys, crocodiles, even an ocelot! And recommended many other activities. He is well connected in the area. We loved that the location felt ‘local’, and the restaurants were excellent around nearby, and the beach was only 50 yards away, and very very quiet. Great stay - thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing stay in Matapalo at Slice of Paradise

Thank you Ron and Giselle for being such wonderful hosts. I now consider you a new friend:) Your 2 story home was more than we expected with every kitchen necessity provided including an oven which is quite rare to find. Macaws greeted us upon our arrival, the resident sloth with baby stopped by, monkeys greeted us daily as well as the macaws. I was surprised with so much daily wildlife. The deck off the back was fabulous to watch the wildlife and the jungle views. The location really can’t be beat having the nearly deserted beach mere steps away, the paved road into the quiet town and only 20 minutes to Quepos for all of your shopping needs. Ron’s place truly is a Slice Of Paradise. If you are looking to be in a nice clean quiet location yet close to the action if you choose, this place is it! I will for sure be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ron Amundsen, Slice Of Paradise, Beach Front Road, Playa Matapalo, Costa Rica

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Languages:

English, Spanish

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