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Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo

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Pool
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo

Welcome to Slice Of Paradise, The Surf Shack Bungalow is for 2 people & has a fully equipped kitchen with a coffee maker, coffee bean grinder, toaster, blender, full size refrigerator, a stove, and all the dishes and cooking utensils you will need for meals. The bungalow has a king size bed, full bathroom with a shower, air conditioning., & the use of a gazebo directly in front of the bungalow that has hammocks, patio furniture for outside dining, wireless WiFi, a ceiling fan with lights for using the WiFi in 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. .

*If this bungalow for 2 people is already booked for the dates of your inquiry I invite you to check out & reserve our other 2 story "Beach Bungalow" that will sleep 2 to 5 people. You will find it at vrbo listing site #2908893.

* If you need a larger bungalow for 3 to 5 people see our other listing for Slice Of Paradise, "Beach Bungalow", its a 2 story bungalow that sleeps 2 to 5 people, with 3 beds in 2 rooms, full kitchen, 1&1/2 bathrooms, living room, AC, a gazebo, & more, you will find it at vrbo listing # 2908893.

Slice of Paradise is located on one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in Costa Rica & the beach is only a one minute walk from the property. Playa Matapalo has an abundance of wildlife including monkeys that can be seen on the property twice a day, in the early morning hours & just before sunset, 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 Water 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 on 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 on the beach road from your bungalow, or you can walk10 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 want to eat 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.

*The rate for the studio bungalow for 2 people is $125.00 per night.

PURA VIDA,
RON, SLICE OF PARADISE


Keywords: Costa Rica, Playa Matapalo, Puntarenas Province, Bungalow, sleeps 2, full kitchens, Air Conditioning, beach, wildlife, sunsets, monkeys, tropical birds, Manuel Antonio National Park, Dominical, surfing, A-Kachete Bar restaurant & Super Mercado, Langosta Feliz Restaurant, Matapalo Supper Club

Property manager

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Our bungalows are smoke free.

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 650 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
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

Property is also known as

Slice Paradise Luxury Beach Bungalows House Playa Matapalo
Slice Paradise Luxury Beach Bungalows Playa Matapalo
Slice Parase Bungalows Matapa
Slice Of Paradise Bungalows
Slice of Paradise Luxury Beach Bungalows Savegre
Slice of Paradise Luxury Beach Bungalows Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Playa Matapalo, Punterarenas

What's nearby

  • Matapalo Beach - 2 min walk
  • Linda Beach - 8 min drive
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 15 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 18 min drive
  • Manuel Antonio Beach - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo located?

Situated by the sea, 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).

Slice Of Paradise, Bungalow for 2, full kitchen & bath, king bed, AC, & gazebo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay with amazing hosts
Ron and Giselle were amazing hosts for our wonderful stay at Slice of Paradise. We were entranced by literally hundreds of butterflies as we strolled the 100 meters to the amazing beach; where we could choose to sit in the sun or under the shade of the palms, as we enjoyed the ocean breeze, ocean surf, and amazing sunsets. Ron and Gazelle were very responsive to our needs and requests. They were particularly helpful in sharing local knowledge regarding the excellent area excursions available to enhance our enjoyment of the Costa Rican Pura Vida hospitality. Everything was very easy and we had a wonderful time Thank you, Ron and Giselle! Tom & Lora
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Sunsets, Monkeys, Macaws and more!
My partner, and I can’t say enough about our stay at Slice Of Paradise- the Surf Shack! Ron was a phenomenal host and went out of his way to make us feel welcome, at home and even had some “cold beverages”ready for us upon our arrival that I had requested when I booked the accommodation. 😊 Ron immediately gave us a tour of the Surf Shack, which was fully stocked and included everything that was listed on VRBO. Ron showed us the beautiful beach which was a very short walk across the road where we spent lots of time swimming, walking and enjoying the beautiful sunsets! Ron arranged a private tour for us to go on a Mangrove Boat ride at a very reasonable cost - which we HIGHLY recommend. Ron was available when needed, for instance brought me some Benadryl late in the evening after I had a reaction to something. He also invited us to partake in the festivities he was hosting on New Year’s Eve (fireworks, dancing, traditional tico food) etc. which was a great way to ring in the new year! He even booked us dinner reservations! Ron always included us with things going on in the village, but we never felt pressured to go if we didn’t want to. We highly recommend renting the Surf Shack - we will be returning again! Amanda & Rob
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slothing good time!
We had a truly fantastic time at Ron's bungalow! As we arrived there was a sloth hanging out right at the driveway, definitely foreshadowing the relaxing time we were about to have. The walk from the bungalow to the beach is less than 100m, and the small shop and restaurants in Matapalo are a short drive or walkable themselves. The bungalow itself had everything we needed. We cooked in the kitchen and spent the mornings drinking coffee at the pavilion. We spent a fair amount of time hanging at the beach with chairs and surfboards provided by Ron. Most importantly, we caught the sunset every night! We even grilled on the beach. On another day we took a wildlife sight seeing tour in Siepre with a guide organized by Ron; he was such a help with so much. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and could not recommend Ron and his bungalow enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Anne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Playa Matapalo
Good value for the price. Bicycles and boogie boards a bonus! Bicycled north through quiet wetlands to end of road & even more remote stretch of beach. Drive to Playa Baru, Dominical & Ventanas for better boogie board waves. Ron, owner, is a wealth of information .
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden gem.
What an amazing time spent as this hidden gem!! From the nightly visits from the monkey's to BBQ's in the gazebo, bike ride on the beach & horseback riding. My family felt at home. Ron, the owner, was an amazing host. I can't say enough about our time at this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sanford B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time at Slice of Paradise. Rob was an outstanding host. He was always available.
This place is perfectly situated halfway between Quepos and Uvita. We watched monkeys feed on the bananas, walked right out to the beach. And staged our planned activities from here. Our host, Ron, was excellent. Always available and very knowledgeable about the area. He offered great suggestions on where to go and what to see. We will definitely book again on our next trip back to Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Autumn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location!
Beautiful location on a private beach! Hosts were very accommodating and had multiple wonderful suggestions of how to spend our time in the area. Location, location, location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Byron B.

Slice of paradise indeed
We recently stayed in the surf shack and loved every minute of it. Ron was super helpful and accomidating in every way. The propery was perfect for relaxing in the gazibo or playing in the surf. So thankful we found this gem to come back to next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Affordable option - Pura Vida Costa Rica
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay thanks to Ron's hospitality. The beach was practically deserted and just stunning (jungle meets the sea). The water was so warm, perfect for jumping in the large waves and boogie boarding. We especially enjoyed our day exploring the towns south of Matapalo - lots of waterfalls, caves and quaint beach towns. Our 9 year old loved the morning "monkey show" outside our bungalow, watching them feast on Ron's bananas. We spent a day in Quepos at Manuel Antonio and a catamaran/snorkle/sunset cruise. It was a good recommendation from Ron based on what we thought we wanted to do but, honestly, but felt too crowded, touristy and over-rated. We enjoyed exploring on our own far better - it felt more authentic. We would recommend checking out RainMakers north of Quepos. It's a suspension bridge meets waterfall swimming kind of place (but way less touristy than Mistico in LaFortuna/Arenal). Overall, we had a wonderful stay and are plotting about how and when we can go back. Thanks for everything, Ron!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

laura b.

Amazing place and location
Ron's studio bungalow was perfect for us (2 adults). This place is definitely a slice of paradise! Ron is great and very helpful if you need recommendations on the area. 10 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Rooms were clean and comfy. Ron was amazing. The nearby beach is beautiful and private.
We stayed at Slice of Paradice for several nights in March 2018 with our 3 teenage kids. There was plenty of room for everyone. The gazebo right outside was perfect for dozing in the hammocks and coffee in the morning. The nearby beach was lovely-soft sand and almost empty. We saw sloths and white faced monkeys. Ron was helpful and attentive. We would definitely go back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K.

Wish we could have stayed longer!
We had a great time staying at Ron’s bungalow. There is much to see and do in the area and Ron was very helpful in giving us advice on where to go and what to see. He also set up a zip line tour and sunset cruise for us. We couldn’t have asked for better hospitality - Thank you Ron! Hope to be back again one day for a longer stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Kirsten H.

The location of this property is great; not exactly right on the beach like we thought but great
Ron takes AMAZING care to make sure that his guests know the best places to eat and which tours are the best!! He arranged an all day boat tour for us which was fantastic; we saw whales, dolphins and swam with turtles and beautiful fish!! The monkey show is surreal and makes this location in the jungle such a unique experience!!! The studio bungalow has great air conditioning but it was lacking some updates such as a toilet and mattress and a clean fridge which are important. The kitchen needs some more utensils for the true chef at heart such as tongs, good knives and a great frying pan. We didn't mind eating out but part of the reason we stay in a Home Away is to do some cooking. The gazebo with the hammocks is a perfect spot to relax and listen to the sounds of the jungle and the ocean at the same time!!! Rob definitely wants his guests to be happy during their stay and this wasn't much appreciated!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Belmont, California

Great spot, low key, 100 yards from the beach.
We loved our stays at Ron's Slice of Paradise. It was much better suited to our family than the hustle and bustle of touristy Manuel Antonio. Ron showed us a couple of nearby sloths. (there are a lot of them if you keep your eyes open). He also had a great beginner surfboard that he leant me. The sea was fairly rough (3-4 ft waves) while we were there, so probably not ideal for small kids or weak swimmers.... but we had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jared A., Orangeville, UT

Such a great place!!!
My wife and I, along with our 2 teens stayed at Slice of Paradise for almost 2 weeks. We loved everything about it! The location is great...practically on the beach. We had almost the whole beach to ourselves, and had a good time boogie boarding and riding beach cruisers. It's close enough to buzz down to Dominical or up to Manuel Antonio/Quepos. There were a couple of good food options right in Matapalo. It was nice to swing in the hammocks under the gazebo and hop on the WiFi. Ron was a great host! He took us kayaking through the mangroves, helped us book a snorkeling cruise, SUP tour, waterfall hikes, etc. Thanks for a memorable vacation!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sébastien O.

Liked: Cleanliness
À côté de la mer!!
Magnifique bachelor avec commodités pour cuisiner ce qui vous fait envie. Quelques soucis avec l’eau chaude mais une volonté indéniable du propriétaire pour régler le problème! Très belle découverte! Beaucoup de choses à faire dans les environs (kayak, trek etc..)