Casa Manglar was created for people who want to experience a true tropical environment while still enjoying comfort, privacy, and ease. Long before it welcomed guests, the villa was built as a family home — a place where we could raise our children within the beauty, rhythm, and biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula. The intention was simple: to live in a space where nature was not something to visit, but something to live alongside every day. The villa sits within Chosa Manglar, the world’s first recognized Tropical Urban Park — a landscape where gardens, forest, and mangrove blend into a single, breathing ecosystem. The property feels part botanical garden, part open‑air wildlife sanctuary, shaped over decades by the trees, plants, and animals that call it home. Nothing here is staged or contained; the environment is allowed to express itself naturally. Guests often describe the experience as stepping into a place where the boundaries between home and habitat soften. Birds visit the branches near the windows, butterflies drift through the sunlight, and the sounds of the forest form a gentle backdrop to daily life. At times, monkeys move through the canopy or pause in the trees above the gardens, offering quiet moments of connection that feel both spontaneous and unforgettable. Casa Manglar’s architecture embraces this setting. Large windows, open living areas, and indoor–outdoor transitions allow the villa to breathe with the landscape. The rooftop deck offers a peaceful vantage point for sunrise, birdwatching, and stargazing, while the surrounding gardens provide cool, shaded spaces to unwind. A fresh‑water plunge pool and outdoor garden shower add to the sense of relaxed immersion. This is a place designed for slowing down, reconnecting, and experiencing the Osa Peninsula in a way that feels authentic, grounded, and close to nature.

Casa Manglar is cared for by the Gray Ortega family, a bilingual and bicultural household who live on‑site as part of the Tropical Urban Park community. Our family blends North and Central American roots, and we’ve spent years shaping this space into a calm, nature‑immersed environment where guests can feel both welcomed and independent. We’re here when you need us — to offer orientation, share local tips, or help you understand the rhythms of the Osa Peninsula — and invisible when you don’t. Families often tell us that having a warm, multilingual presence nearby adds a sense of comfort and ease to their stay, especially when traveling with children. Living within the Tropical Urban Park allows us to care for the gardens, pathways, and wildlife habitat every day. It’s a privilege to steward this landscape, and we’re grateful to share it with guests who appreciate nature, simplicity, and the gentle pace of life in Puerto Jiménez. Pura Vida from the Gray Ortega Family.

Casa Manglar is a private 4‑bedroom villa located inside Chosa Manglar — the world’s first recognized Tropical Urban Park — in the heart of Puerto Jiménez on Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula. The villa blends indoor–outdoor living with the calm rhythms of the surrounding forest, offering a peaceful, nature‑immersed stay just a short walk from beaches, cafés, and the village center. The home features four air‑conditioned bedrooms, a full kitchen, spacious indoor living areas, and a large bathroom. Its open architectural design connects naturally to the gardens, creating a relaxed, airy atmosphere throughout the day. Guests also enjoy access to the villa’s rooftop deck, a favorite place for sunrise coffee, birdwatching, and stargazing under the clear tropical sky. Casa Manglar sits within the Tropical Urban Park’s shaded gardens, pond, creek, and outdoor lounge areas. A fresh‑water plunge pool near Reception offers a cool, quiet place to unwind after exploring the Osa Peninsula. An outdoor garden shower provides a refreshing way to rinse off after the beach or a day in nature. The Tropical Urban Park is home to a remarkable variety of flora and fauna. Guests often notice monkeys moving through the canopy, colorful birds visiting the gardens, butterflies drifting along the pathways, and the gentle presence of the surrounding forest and mangrove. The landscape is alive but never intrusive — a calm, natural rhythm that becomes part of daily life. Sightings vary with season and time of day, making each stay unique. Casa Manglar is ideal for families, small groups, and travelers seeking privacy, comfort, and easy walkability while staying close to the natural beauty of the Osa Peninsula. Pura vida from the Gray Ortega Family.