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Romantic Secluded Jungle Cockpit Cottage w Private Outdoor Tub
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 292.9 sq m
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Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas (province)
- Playa Espadilla3 min drive
- Manuel Antonio Beach5 min drive
- Biesanz Beach14 min drive
- Quepos (XQP)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Romantic Secluded Jungle Cockpit Cottage w Private Outdoor Tub
Are you looking for a romantic, secluded , private escape? Our repurposed, Cockpit Cottage is accessed by your private swinging bridge through a jungled path. Nestled above Manuel Antonio National Park's white sand beaches, this love retreat boasts a private outdoor soaking tub for 2. Relax and restore in nature with our monkeys, sloths, coatis, raccoons, iguanas, howlers and toucans as your neighbors.
We have converted the cockpit section of a McDonnell Douglas, MD-80 fuselage, into an amazing residence built into a steep jungle hillside. Like our world renowned Boeing 727 Fuselage Home just 100 meters away, the Cockpit Cottage has become synonymous with paradise having been featured in hundreds of TV shows and travel media spots.
You don't have to rely on the media, read what our valued guests have to say. Airplane enthusiasts especially enjoy their stay in our 4 fuselage jungle homes.
Experiencing the ocean view from your king size bed and private balcony makes this precious spot a lasting memory of Manuel Antonio. Access is by a hanging suspension bridge through our lush jungle, providing for total privacy and a beautiful setting for our first class brand of tropical luxury. The studio one bedroom suite has elegantly refinished teak interiors and an efficiency kitchen with microwave, coffee maker, stovetop and refrigerator. Sip your morning coffee surrounded by monkeys, sloths, toucans, coatimundis and dozens of species of wildlife from your very private deck perched above Manuel Antonio National Park.
The view of the white sand beach is brilliant and sunsets will leave you breathless. The intimate Cockpit Cottage sleeps 2 guests, and is often rented in tandem with the world famous 727 Fuselage home, which sleeps 6 , also listed on VRBO # 577384 . Our newest addition to the repurposed fleet : the Ocean Sky Loft VRBO# 3138698
Please also see our newest repurposed fuselage : Cockpit Cabana VRBO# 2537042
Our guests have access to all the resort property amenities adjacent, including wifi, housekeeping, front desk concierge services, hiking trails, 3 pools, massage services, yoga classes, and 4 restaurants within a short walk: Anaconda Restaurant features casual dining surrounded by grazing monkeys, jungle and ocean vistas and the best of Costa Rican and international cuisine--specializing in fresh fruits and seafood dishes. El Avión Is a must-see bar and restaurant with an interesting history. The C-123 Fairchild plane has been converted to a pub . Join the sunset crowd here to see and be seen. Wind down with informal dining, a pub-style menu and spectacular sunsets.
La Cantina BBQ ( my personal favorite)
Lights up the main drag at night with our large wood fire BBQ. Relax and listen to the live rhythms of reggae and Latin music put on by the Jungle Boys. Enjoy the outdoor atmosphere and try one of our specialties such as premium cuts of beef, BBQ pork ribs, various fish and meat kabobs or whole Red Snapper.El Wagon offers a lush jungle ambiance with a punch of color from the wild mosaic tiled floor featuring larger-than-life exotic animals. Hang out and fill up on fast and tasty food such as: Hebrew National hot dogs, wood fired pizza, nachos, the best 100% beef burgers in town and REALLY cold beer.Manuel Antonio is approximately 2.5 hours driving distance from San Jose airport ( SJO) , one hour south of Jaco Beach, on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Manuel Antonio National Park is the # 1 destination for adventure in Costa Rica, encompassing rugged rainforest, white-sand beaches and coral reefs. It’s renowned for its vast diversity of tropical plants and wildlife, from three-toed sloths and endangered white-faced capuchin monkeys to hundreds of bird species. The park’s roughly 680 hectares are crossed with hiking trails, which meander from the coast up into the mountains. The cottage is a 5 min taxi from the park.
Marina Pez Vela , the new upscale Marina located 10 mins away in Quepos offers free shuttles to the marina for Fishing Charters, Dolphin Catamaran Tours, Segway Tours, Stand up Paddle Board, Jet Ski Rental, Bike & Boat Rentals as well as a dozen lively dockside restaurants, specialty shops and entertainment. All adventures can be arranged from Manuel Antonio, including Zip Lines, White Water Rafting, Horseback Tours, Waterfall Hikes and Rappelling, ATV Tours thru the jungle, Sunset Sails and Sea mention a few. Or lay low, experience what we refer to as PURA VIDA and let the sounds of the monkeys, birds and whistling sea breezes reset your pulse.
Let us know if you are celebrating a special date in paradise , or if we can do anything to make any day special while staying with us. Sunset dinner on the beach? Catered beach bonfire? Horseback riding to the waterfalls? We have a Concierge to help you plan a romantic and one of a kind experience in paradise. We will help you arrange airport pick up and all your tour reservations as needed. Book with us and have a purely relaxing , hassle free vacay.
We have converted the cockpit section of a McDonnell Douglas, MD-80 fuselage, into an amazing residence built into a steep jungle hillside. Like our world renowned Boeing 727 Fuselage Home just 100 meters away, the Cockpit Cottage has become synonymous with paradise having been featured in hundreds of TV shows and travel media spots.
You don't have to rely on the media, read what our valued guests have to say. Airplane enthusiasts especially enjoy their stay in our 4 fuselage jungle homes.
Experiencing the ocean view from your king size bed and private balcony makes this precious spot a lasting memory of Manuel Antonio. Access is by a hanging suspension bridge through our lush jungle, providing for total privacy and a beautiful setting for our first class brand of tropical luxury. The studio one bedroom suite has elegantly refinished teak interiors and an efficiency kitchen with microwave, coffee maker, stovetop and refrigerator. Sip your morning coffee surrounded by monkeys, sloths, toucans, coatimundis and dozens of species of wildlife from your very private deck perched above Manuel Antonio National Park.
The view of the white sand beach is brilliant and sunsets will leave you breathless. The intimate Cockpit Cottage sleeps 2 guests, and is often rented in tandem with the world famous 727 Fuselage home, which sleeps 6 , also listed on VRBO # 577384 . Our newest addition to the repurposed fleet : the Ocean Sky Loft VRBO# 3138698
Please also see our newest repurposed fuselage : Cockpit Cabana VRBO# 2537042
Our guests have access to all the resort property amenities adjacent, including wifi, housekeeping, front desk concierge services, hiking trails, 3 pools, massage services, yoga classes, and 4 restaurants within a short walk: Anaconda Restaurant features casual dining surrounded by grazing monkeys, jungle and ocean vistas and the best of Costa Rican and international cuisine--specializing in fresh fruits and seafood dishes. El Avión Is a must-see bar and restaurant with an interesting history. The C-123 Fairchild plane has been converted to a pub . Join the sunset crowd here to see and be seen. Wind down with informal dining, a pub-style menu and spectacular sunsets.
La Cantina BBQ ( my personal favorite)
Lights up the main drag at night with our large wood fire BBQ. Relax and listen to the live rhythms of reggae and Latin music put on by the Jungle Boys. Enjoy the outdoor atmosphere and try one of our specialties such as premium cuts of beef, BBQ pork ribs, various fish and meat kabobs or whole Red Snapper.El Wagon offers a lush jungle ambiance with a punch of color from the wild mosaic tiled floor featuring larger-than-life exotic animals. Hang out and fill up on fast and tasty food such as: Hebrew National hot dogs, wood fired pizza, nachos, the best 100% beef burgers in town and REALLY cold beer.Manuel Antonio is approximately 2.5 hours driving distance from San Jose airport ( SJO) , one hour south of Jaco Beach, on the Central Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Manuel Antonio National Park is the # 1 destination for adventure in Costa Rica, encompassing rugged rainforest, white-sand beaches and coral reefs. It’s renowned for its vast diversity of tropical plants and wildlife, from three-toed sloths and endangered white-faced capuchin monkeys to hundreds of bird species. The park’s roughly 680 hectares are crossed with hiking trails, which meander from the coast up into the mountains. The cottage is a 5 min taxi from the park.
Marina Pez Vela , the new upscale Marina located 10 mins away in Quepos offers free shuttles to the marina for Fishing Charters, Dolphin Catamaran Tours, Segway Tours, Stand up Paddle Board, Jet Ski Rental, Bike & Boat Rentals as well as a dozen lively dockside restaurants, specialty shops and entertainment. All adventures can be arranged from Manuel Antonio, including Zip Lines, White Water Rafting, Horseback Tours, Waterfall Hikes and Rappelling, ATV Tours thru the jungle, Sunset Sails and Sea mention a few. Or lay low, experience what we refer to as PURA VIDA and let the sounds of the monkeys, birds and whistling sea breezes reset your pulse.
Let us know if you are celebrating a special date in paradise , or if we can do anything to make any day special while staying with us. Sunset dinner on the beach? Catered beach bonfire? Horseback riding to the waterfalls? We have a Concierge to help you plan a romantic and one of a kind experience in paradise. We will help you arrange airport pick up and all your tour reservations as needed. Book with us and have a purely relaxing , hassle free vacay.
Property manager
Faith A Mulvihill
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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About the area
Manuel Antonio
Located in Quepos, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Marina Pez Vela and Titi Canopy are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Manuel Antonio, Puntarenas (province)
What's nearby
- Playa Espadilla - 3 min drive - 1.3 km
- Manuel Antonio Beach - 5 min drive - 1.2 km
- Playitas Beach - 12 min drive - 4.4 km
- Playa La Macha - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
- Biesanz Beach - 14 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- El Avión Restaurant - 5 min drive
- Emilio's Cafe - 6 min drive
- Burû - 14 min walk
- Magic Bus - 18 min walk
- El Patio de Café Milagro - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Reviews
20 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom B.
10 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Costa Verde
Tom B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karla G.
28 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique property with a great view.
Karla G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jed L.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and romantic jungle/beach getaway
Jed L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karol W.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Karol W.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lauren O.
13 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Romantic Getaway
Lauren O.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark E.
5 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter get away
Mark E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa O.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A jungle dream
Alyssa O.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrew W.
8 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Andrew W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bryan G., Ellicott City, MD (USA)
30 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in the Cockpit Cottage
Bryan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mo C.
14 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most amazing stay we had in Costa Rica!
Mo C.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
nICHOLE p.
24 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Airplane
nICHOLE p.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bianca J., Atlanta, Georgia, United States
26 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome airplane stay
Bianca J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
1 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Samantha P., Portland, USA
11 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
Samantha P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Spencer S.
3 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Airplane paradise retreat
Spencer S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Amie M.
13 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views and great ambience
Amie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christa S.
29 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best room ever!
Christa S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl C., Ohio
20 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best time travels
Cheryl C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bradley M.
1 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
Bradley M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline E., Petaluma, CA
18 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An absolute must
Jacqueline E.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
Ben M.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Totally unique experience
Ben M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C., Austin
27 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memory of a lifetime
Stephen C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sara P.
28 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Spring break for mom and dad!
Sara P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Melanie F.
26 June 2018
What's the word for "More than Magical?"
Melanie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
About the host
Hosted by Faith A Mulvihill

I moved to Costa Rica almost 10 years ago in pursuit of a healthier, environmentally conscious lifestyle, with an eye on the beach. While I have achieved a much healthier lifestyle, there are a lot of happy hours in Margaritaville and so many adventurous people to explore with.
I have grown to love this country, the people and all of the friends from all over the world who call Costa Rica their home. Follow your visions and dreams, and make everyday tropical holiday. Pura Vida!
I have grown to love this country, the people and all of the friends from all over the world who call Costa Rica their home. Follow your visions and dreams, and make everyday tropical holiday. Pura Vida!
Why they chose this property
Call us crazy, but we love repurposing structures into creative new uses. So much fun to share our adventure with you.
What makes this property unique
Nothing else like it in the world!
Languages:
English
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