Title: Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Holiday home in Cahuita with kitchen and balcony ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120300000/120297000/120296940/034a55c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120300000/120297000/120296940/8f79f545.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120300000/120297000/120296940/2597dc3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120300000/120297000/120296940/a19513ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120300000/120297000/120296940/06208695.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. provides amenities, such as a garden and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Gym - Parking available - Air conditioning - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. Welcome to Your Manzanillo Paradise! Welcome to beautiful Manzanillo, Costa Rica - a vibrant outpost of Afro-Caribbean culture located at the end of the coastal road on Costa Rica's Caribbean coast! We're thrilled to have you staying in our 3-bedroom home in this magical destination within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. About Your Accommodation You're staying in Casa Cuculeka, a unique nature lover's delight that accommodates up to 6 guests. This one-of-a-kind home seamlessly blends comfort with Costa Rica's natural beauty, located in this pristine village within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. The House Layout GROUND FLOOR - Three Private Retreats: Room 1 (Street-facing): Full bathroom, workspace/desk, hanging storage, plus a glass-enclosed adjoining patio perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation Room 2: Full bathroom, hanging storage, small dresser, shares the enclosed patio with Room 1 - ideal for couples or friends traveling together Room 3 (Pool-side): Full bathroom, workspace/desk, hanging storage, private patio with direct access to the backyard and pool All bedrooms feature full beds, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets for maximum comfort, plus individual garden access patios. UPSTAIRS LOFT - Heart of Casa Cuculeka: This spectacular open-air second floor is where the magic happens: Kitchen & Bar: Central open-air kitchen with built-in bar and stool seating, fully equipped with gas stove, new fridge with water cooler, coffee machine, blender, indoor grill, and everything needed for home cooking Dining Area: Seats 6 with romantic nighttime lighting, overlooking the pool and backyard Relaxation Zone: Two hammocks for the perfect Caribbean swing while listening to jungle sounds Library Corner: Cozy reading area with chairs, table, and our ever-growing collection of books left by guests - feel free to contribute! Living Room: Comfortable couches, two rocking chairs, and fans creating refreshing breezes while you watch Manzanillo life unfold on the street below BACKYARD OASIS: Salt Water Pool: Newly built in-ground salt water pool for the ultimate tropical swim Outdoor Shower: Bamboo-enclosed private outdoor shower for that authentic jungle bathing experience Lush Gardens: Freshly planted with natural mosquito-repelling herbs including lavender, basil, mint, rosemary and lemon balm Fruit Trees: The grounds host trees bearing coconuts, papaya, cocoa, rambutan, and more - fresh tropical fruit at your fingertips! Wildlife Viewing: From the upstairs loft, you can often watch howler monkeys swinging through the trees and visiting our backyard The open-air design allows you to be immersed in nature's symphony - from howler monkeys at dawn (sometimes right in your backyard!) to the gentle rustle of palm fronds, all while enjoying modern comforts and the sweet fragrance of our natural herb garden. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Things to do - Gym ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111410000/111402200/111402182/55703fc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tropical Vibe Home | Pool | Walk to Beach & Dining Manzanillo - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Microwave 6.0 1 review £132 includes taxes & fees 28 Nov - 29 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=111402182&PinnedHotelID=111402182&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18973100/18973014/f8adcd8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean view luxury property with pool in the jungle at 10 min walk to the beach. 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=9.627621,-82.65749&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wgxy%40h%60owN%40M%3FQ%3FM%40Q%3FM%40O%40O%40O%40O%40OBO%40MBOBOBOBOBMBODMDMBODODMDMFODMDKFOFMFMFMFMFKFMHKFKHMHKHMHKHKHKHKJIHKJKHIJIJKJIJIJIJILGJKLEJILIJELILGLGLELELGLELENELELENELCNELCNCLCNCNCLCNANALANANANAN%3FLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40N%40N%40LBNBNBLBNBLDNBLBNDLDLDNDLDLDLFLDLDLFLFLHJDLHJHLDJJLFJHJHJHJHJJJHHHJJHJJHHJHJHJHJHLHJHLFJHJFLFJFLFLFLFLFNDJDLFNDLDLDNBNDLDLBNBLBNBNBNBN%40LBN%40N%40N%40N%40N%40N%3FL%40P%3FL%3FP%40LAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FNANANANALAPCLANCNCNCNCLCNCLENELCNELENELGLELELGNGLGJGLGLGJGLILGJILIJIJIJIJIJILKHIJKHIJKHKHKJKFKJKFMHKHMFKHMFKFMHMDMFMDMFMFMDMDODMDMDOBMDOBMBODMBO%40ODM%40OBO%3FMBO%40O%3FO%40O%40M%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAOAO%3FOAMCO%3FOCMAOEOAMCOEMAOEMEOCMEMEOEMEMEMGMGMEMGMEMIKGMGKIMGKIMIKGKKKGKKKIKIIKKIIKKIIMIKIKIKIKIKIMGKIMGMGKGMGMGKGMGOEMEMGMEMEOEMCOEMEOCMCOCMCOCOCOAOCMAQAMAOAOAO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOAO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bXsDI_d8EIOEZ7kAa_CWkHaw810=) Manzanillo, Limón Province #### What's nearby - Grand Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Punta Uva Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - Playa Chiquita - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles - Playa Cocles - 14 min drive - 6.6 miles - Black Beach - 21 min drive - 9.7 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Selvin's - ‬8 min drive - ‪La Leyenda De L’Antico Forno - ‬9 min drive - ‪Soda Maxi - ‬5 min walk - ‪Panadería Francés - ‬12 min drive - ‪Noa Beach Club - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Casa Cuculeka: 3-bedroom home in magical Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. located? > Situated in Cahuita, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Grand Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Punta Uva Beach and Playa Chiquita. Playa Cocles and Talamanca Family Art are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question