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January 3, 2007 Dear Agnes and Joe, What a wonderful time we had again at Villa Mango. We will never forget the beautiful New Years Eve table and the fun time jumping in the pool. This is such a beautiful and peaceful place that has a special place in our hearts. Love, Bob & Karen Feiler
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January 4, 2007 Dear Agnes and Joe, You have a truly special place here, absolutely beautiful, welcoming, warm... in a word: perfect! Thank you for your gracious hospitality which didn't wane even at midnight when Beatrix threw up all over the bed ! We hope to return. All the best, Pauline Frommer, Lonnie Steward, Beatrix and Veronica. Frommer guidebooks |
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January 3, 2007 Such a beautiful place ! We got one first good night sleep since arriving in Costa Rica and only wish we could wake up every morning with the cool breeze and amazing view. Hope to come back and visit again soon !
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January, 2007 Dear Agnes and Joe, The past week and a half has been our best B&B experience ever! It's the best location with the best Hosts in Costa Rica. We are already planning coming back. Thanks for sharing the sanctuary you created here in paradise.
Love, Barbara and Lee Robert's Creek B.C. - Canada
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January 5, 2007 Chers Agnes et Joe,
"Sur un million d'oiseaux, jamais je n'en ai rencontre un qui fut pareil a toi." Citation de Frederik Bach
Tout ca pour dire que vous etes des etres exceptionnels, pleins de bonte, de generosite et de joie de vivre ! Ce fut un grand plaisir d'habiter a Villa Mango, ce petit coin de paradis niche dans la montagne, au milieu de la faune et de la flore costaricaines.
Ce n'est qu'un au revoir ! Mille mercis! A bientot ! We love you so much ! Louise XXX OOO
Je suis convaincu que le Costa Rica ne compte pas d'hotes aussi accueillants et genereux que vous deux. J'espere vous revoir bientot. Bob -QUEBEC |
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January 5, 2007 Dear Agnes and Joe, After a lovely tour through Costa Rica, we spend our last day in Villa Mango. We liked it very much and it was the best hotel we had during our holiday. It was a friendly place and we hope we come back again. Thanks for everything. Greetings from Harry and Ankie - Germany
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January 2007 Dear Agnes and Joe, It was by accident that we got here to your wonderful place, with such wonderful people as you both are and we did enjoy it very much !! Thank you for being as you are. Jasper and Kristen - Germany See you soon!
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January 7, 2007 Here for 4 nights and love it. You are so fun to be around. I love the atmosphere, home away from home. Thanks for everything. See you again1 Hugs. Bob and Mona. |
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January 8, 2007 What a terrific place in paradise. Thanks so much, Joe and Agnes. The food. the view and Joe, the attention to building detail?... Fantastic! Thanks so much. Love. Mike and Adele. www.steirnagle.com |
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January 8, 2007 Thank you for a wonderful room ! John and Sherri - Fargo, MD. |
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January 8, 2007 Agnes and Jo, We've had a wonderful time with you both. Your B&B is a treat to stay at. Thank you for all your help in finding us our villas. We will remember our stay with you always. All the best from one Agnes to an other !
Agnes and Bruce. Ontario Canada. Pura vida !!! |
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January 14, 2007 We rented the whole house four our party of 8 adults and 2 toddlers. Everybody loved it! Perhaps we'll try the B&B experience next time and the "abuelos" will come alone. We had a week of hot, cloudless weather. It was beautiful, but if you are here in August, enjoy the afternoons rainstorms!!
Billy and Lynn Caldwell, Fletcher Caldwell and Lizzy Shell, Christie and David Wingo, Clark and Leslie Calvert, Mark and Madie Calvert Nashville, TN |
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January, 2007
Agnes and Jo, Thank you so much for such a wonderful time in Nosara even though we only stayed one night. Your place is so beautiful, we wish we could stay longer ! All our best,
Dana and Kirk modern96@hotmail.com |
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January, 2007 We were just passing through and we decided to stay. I'm sure we'll be back and will pass on the good word. Fred and Joyce Riconot@comcast.net |
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January, 2007 Villa Mango is indeed paradise! The first thing one sees is the view over the pacific, but it gets even better when you meet your hosts, Agnes and Joe. Their warmth and kindness make Villa Mango a place you want to come back to again and again. We will definitely tell our friends they must stay here.
Mary Galbraith and Ron Mills |
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January, 2007 Thank you for a lovely stay at Villa Mango, what a lovely view! Let's hope the petition works and the canopy remains intact. The breakfasts are the best in Costa Rica ! We enjoyed the others guests very much. How lovely that people come and decided to stay longer ! Bill. and Cindy - vorih@yahoo.com
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January, 2007
Agnes and Joe, You certainly go out of your way to make the Villa Mango a paradise. we find it hard to leave and will return for more of your warm hospitality.
Cate Barkoski and Robert Benveruti
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January 25, 2007
After all the huge compliments other guests have written in this book, it's hard to come up with something original. The fact that a lot of guests tend to stay at Villa Mango longer than planned, probably is one of the largest compliments for you as a host couple. And yes, we were one of those guests... Came for 2 nights and eventually stayed 5. Feeling sad to leave now and going to miss your care and interesting conversations. We loved to be in the piece of paradise that you guys have created here in Costa Rica. Take care, we will meet again !
Love, Chantal and Menzo - Netherlands |
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January 26, 2007
Thank you Agnes and Joe for having us at your lovely house. We enjoyed having somewhere so relaxing to return after our adventures in the ocean. we enjoyed your company and the company of the other guests and also Minette ! We had a lovely time and enjoyed watch the monkeys and other bugs. Hopefully we can come back before too long.
Kelly and Trevor Edmonton, Canada.
January 29, 2007 P.S. : We came back 2 days later, we liked it here so much ! Thanks! |
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january 30, 2007
La casualidad nos ha llevado a este rincon que es "un sueño". Esperamos volver en mas ocasiones porque es maravilloso conocer personas que te hacen sentir como si estuvieras en casa. Ha sido poco tiempo pero hemos disfrutado mucho. Gracias por vuestra simpatia.
Beatriz Amezola, Jose Lloreus Madrid España Bamezola@hotmail.com |
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February 1, 2007 Querida Agnes and Jo, Hemos llegado a este bonito lugar por pura casualidad y nos gusto mucho. Pasamos unos dias maravillosos en un ambiente muy tranquilo y relajante. Muchas gracias por su fina atencion y hospitalidad. Lastima que hay tan pocos costaricenses que tengan la oportunidad de conocer este lugar. Esperamos volver algun dia.
Jurgen, Nery y Christian Ps : Si deciden vender o necesitan alguna ayuda, por favor dejennos saber. Jwendenburg@racsa.co.cr, nery722@hotmail.com, laja06@hotmail.com
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January, 2007 Merci pour l'accueil. Nous nous sommes sentis un peu chez nous dans votre paradis de nature. La "French touch" en plus... Philippe & Stephanie - France |
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January 2, 2007 Dear Agnes an Jo, Thank you so very much for a magnificent stay. Tracy
As for me, I have been having dreams about dwarfs and penguins since we got here. I gained 60 pounds from Joe's desserts and the croissants. Joe would not marry me (again!) but didn't close out the possibility in the future if we come back. So of course we will. Agnes can't wait until next time. Villa Mango is the gem of Costa Rica. We love you both (and Minette).
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February 2, 2007 Es war sehr schon hier. Die Bewirtung war grosse Klasse. Danke shon.
Gabi und Peter gdollkachler@gmail.com
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February 12, 2007 Absolutely beautiful!! You are such great hosts. Thank you so much! I'll always remember the great day at Blackberry Beach Kallie Kloefkan
Ditto-Ditto. You have given us a marvelous memory. Your beautiful hacienda and hospitality are unparalleled. Thank you so much for this experience. We are truly grateful. May your success and well being continue. You deserve it!
Gary Kloefkan
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February 14, 2007
What a nice view! What a sympatic old coati! What a good breakfast!
Marion & Heiner & Mario |
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February 14, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo We certainly lucked out finding Villa Mango and the wonderful people here. You both have made this house a special place of love, laughter, good, warm feelings and a lifetime of memories. We wish you the best of luck with everything and we will see you soon on our next visit to Villa Mango (Hopefully not too far in the future)!
With warmest wishes, Mia and David
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February 15, 2007
Only 3 nights - such a short stay. A lovely place. Thank you Agnes and Joe for your warm hospitality. We have really enjoyed the quiet relaxation and lovely views - with regrets but very fond memories
Warmest regards Alan and Dianne Melbourne, Australia |
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February 18, 2007
Dear Agnes and Jo Great visit here at Villa Mango - although extremely short. Beautiful setting with outstanding flora and fauna. Thanks so much for your hospitality. We enjoyed a great cup of coffee while watching the sunrise.... spectacular!! Beverly Gregory Carl Bachmann
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February 18, 2007
Waking up to the view of the waves crashing on the rocks far below was thrilling and we didn't have to move our heads from the pillow! Agnes' warmth made us feel welcome from the first moment and the feeling of being dear friends continued. The magic of seeing the coatis drinking from the pool was surpassed only by the fresh baked bread at breakfast. We love it here! I will miss Minette (cat) who loves my lap and vice versa. \We will return...
Joseph and Judy Metz Evergreen, Colorado
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February 20, 2007 Beautiful place, unfortunately only one night. Loved getting to know Joe and Agnes. Loved the loo with a view! Patty & Tom |
| February 20, 2007 Buena Vista - Beautiful wonderful hostess and host Janne and Rich
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February 23, 2007
Dear Agnes and Jo You made our stay in Costa Rica just perfect in everyway. We loved our accommodation, the food and your warm hospitality. We want to return very soon to your little bit of paradise.
With much fondness, Anne Bowen, San Rafael, CA.
Agnes & Jo My first time in Costa Rica was made very memorable with the help of Villa Mango. From playing cards to walking on the beach, my stay with you was wonderful. Thanks. Meredith Bowen
Agnes & Jo Thanks you so much for everything. Rachel Bowen P.S. I'll always remember Speed Uno and picking up 36 cards-- thanks-- :)
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February 23, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo We had a lovely time here in your beautiful home. Thank you for your generosity and hospitality. We have wonderful memories of both of you. We will be back! Much love and the best to you.
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February 24, 2007
Agnes and Jo What fun, generous and friendly hosts you are! You made us feel at home the moment we stepped upon your wonderful property and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. The view, the food, the relaxation - Ah c'est magnifique - Thank you too for a11 your hard work in arranging transportation. Que le vaya bien
Phyllis, Dean, Trevor and Katie Foster phyllis@allaglowmusic.com
February 24, 2007 Great view, great place, great people!! Trevor Foster |
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February 25, 2007
Agnes and Jo Merci for not changing the scenery for us. You have a stunning spot and a wonderful French humor. The women will be back to whisk you away Agnes. Chocolate croissant next time monsieur Joe? Ciao! Pura Vida
Jennie,Mandie, Anna, John, Pat, Tim and Tom |
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February 27, 2007
Mark and I were so lucky to have found your Villa, quite by accident. The other guests added to the warmth and charm of our stay. We look forward to seeing you again perhaps in this week and next year as well.
Mark and Cheryll |
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February 27, 2007
We had a great stay here, what a wonderful place, great atmosphere, friendly and amazing views!
Thank you. Hazel and Terry Bailey. alexandra_cottage@yahoo.co.uk |
February 27, 2007
Wonderful experience, really well looked after, thoroughly enjoyed the wild life and the coatis.
Jennie and Tim Marshall. Norwich, England tim.marshall@btinternet.com
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March 3, 2007
Another stay at the Mango equals another great holiday. Agnes and Jo ... you guys are the best. I'll miss the views, the breakfast conversation and of course the discussions with Jo on politics
Scot Umphlett. scot7@fwe.net |
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March, 2007
Dear Agnes and Jo Thank you so much for you hospitality. Sorry we could only stay one night. Loved the evening pool party. Amazed by the style and decor of Villa Mango. Hope to come back soon. Best regards Laura Barnaby. laurabarnaby@aol.com
Dear Agnes and Jo :) Thank you for your smiles and warmth and of course your incredible Mango. All love, Jessica Taylor. beachhouse159@comcast.net
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March, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo Thank you so very much for the delightful week and making us feel like family.
Our love, Billie and Roy |
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March, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo Came here only for the weekend to say hello again.
Inge and Werner |
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March, 2007
Who can explain the delight of finding a place as special as this. Call it fate, call it chance, whatever it is, it will never be forgotten. Beautiful people, friendship that will last a life-time, are found at Villa Mango!
We love you forever. Dr. Kim & Keiko |
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March, 2007
Chers Agnes et Jo Thank you so much for all your helpfull knowledge and information. We love your piece of paradise. We will be back soon and plan to come stay with you. It is wonderful and so are you. Anne
March, 2007 Real wonderful people, over the top care and attention. Love and best to the both of you. Roland
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March, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo Once again thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us. We love it here and can't wait to come back again soon.
Jim & Jack |
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Ivan, Roy, Jo, Keiko & Ken, ready for the Canopy tour |
Ken & Ivan, goofing around
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March, 2007
To all our friends, old and new, thank you for the enlightening conversations and for the medical treatments. We have learned so much and laughed together at ourselves and at everyone else. But, above all, we meet up with people from all over the world and guess what - we all get on with each other! We suggest a chain of Villa Mango's although I don't know how we duplicate Agnes and Jo!
We love you, Sheila and Ivan Hampton. - England |
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March, 2007
Another enjoyable stay at the Villa Mango. The conversations, laughs, leave a special memory. We feel we have a family in Costa Rica. One year Jo and Agnes will join the family in Canada. We thank you for the hospitality, making us feel special.
We love you, will see you next year. Bob and Mona |
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 Agnes, Sheila and Mona, playing Monkeys now! |
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March 13, 2007
We had a wonderful stay at our beautiful Villa Mango and made many new friends because of the ambiance you have created here. Your help with our "problem" plot was much appreciated. To use a "geondie" expression: Villa Mango is the "Dog's bollocks!! Love John & Marjorie Boyle |
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March 15, 2007
We had an awesome experience staying with you. It is wonderful that you take the time to make us feel very much at home.
Thank you again. Joe and Patty bellin@cableone.net March 15, 2007
Lovely time, lovely hosts, so romantic, thank you
Judy Williams and Rod Metcalf gjk@cableone.net |
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March 20, 2007
Thank you for two delightful nights at your beautiful casa. Never slept better. Hope to make this a regular stop while on assignment tour. Be sure to take a day off together otherwise this pura vida gig you have going here will wear off soon!
My best to you both. David Lamb
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March, 2007 Dear Agnes & Jo We would like to thank you for your hospitality for the two days we have been here. We passed by your Villa by our way and are thankful for every moment. You have the best place on earth!
(Text in Hebrew, here...............)
We had a great time! Thanks Noam Meirovich Liron Belanis-Meirovich
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March 22, 2007
Well, first of all ,thanks for making our honeymoon sooo amazing. You are both way to nice and helpful. We loved your place. Thanks for sharing it with us. But really you are both very amazing people. Thanks for taking care of us and letting us feel at home. If you ever come to Salt Lake City, Utah just know you have a place to stay. Give us a call when or if you come. Thanks again for two amazing nights/days of our honeymoon. We won't forget how sweet you were to us
Love Jess & Debra Sadler
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March, 2007
Thank you so much for opening your house to us. Your house is beautiful. We loved the pool, its amazing view. The meals were fabulous. Good luck with everything. Thanks again for a great stay!
Sincerely, Tim O'Donnell and Andrea Ciotti
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April, 2007 Never thought we would find so many beautiful things in just one place. How can we ever thank you?
Zoveel liefde en schoonheid op een plaats, dankjulliewel
Jeannette amvandam2@hotmail.com
Villa Mango is a very beautiful and enchanting Casa. Jo & Agnes are magnificent hosts and make you feel very much at home. The view from the veranda and the pool is incredibly beautiful and breathtaking at the same moment. The visit here will always be remembered and cherished forever. We will be back very soon. "Pura Vida" at its very best!
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March, 2007
Your spot meets all the needs one could have! Beauty, nature, sophistication and tranquility. .... combined with your warmth and hospitality it is perfect (or should I say purrfect) I know Garfield would approve! Thanks for making our stay so comfortable and easy. We'll be back for more and well definitely pass on your place to our friends!
Warmly, Wendy & Dylan
I had a great time at your place. I love Minette! Give all my love to the animals. Love, Dylan |
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March 30, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo What can we say? The Villa Mango is a place that will leave memories in my mind for life. You are both incredible hosts and your caring, giving ways became the cherry on the top. The property is so very special, making you feel that you're an actual piece of the puzzle to the Costa Rica lifestyle. Thank you so very much! Pura Vida and we will meet up again in the future. Warm regards Bob, Stu and Glenn The boys from Atlantic City, NJ
Good luck in paradise! I will be back again for sure. Thank you. Stuart |
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March 30, 2007
Dear Agnes & Jo Our stay at Villa Mango has been a dream... Everything so much better than we hoped for, a beautiful room and an even more romantic bathroom... Love that shower! Our private hammock inviting us to make ourselves at home. You two are wonderful hosts, gracious, warm, friendly and comfortable. Thank you for the most splendid breakfasts and dinner, hanging out with Max and entertaining monkeys. If you're ever in NYC, please don't hesitate to look us up. Maybe we could go out swing dancing :)
Thank you again, all the best Kim and David Jacoby
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4 de Abril 2007 Magnifico lugar. Un sitio apto para descansar. Un trato apropriado de los jefes que se conjuga perfectamente con la diligencia y amabilidad de la muchacha que le brinda servicio a los huespedes y que se llama Yamileth. On consecuencia, un hotel que invita a regresar. Gracias! Yamileth Obando - San Jose, Costa Rica
Hemos pasado una magnifica vacacion. Invita a volver. Gracias! Cordialmente Jeannette Obanco C. - San Jose, Costa Rica
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April 2007
Agnes & Jo It was such a lovely stay. We enjoyed everything! One of the best value in this beautiful country. Best Breakfast in Central America Thank you so much Peter Armitage and Miho Young
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April 7, 2007
Agnes, Joe,
We were so lucky to find this place. We can't tell you how much we enjoyed ourselves. Everything was perfect. From your company to the wonderful dinner the two of you prepared.... we hope to be back again in a few days!
Thank you for making our first trip to Costa Rica so memorable. We will be sure to tell our friends and family about this place! Take care...
June & Yariv
April 11, 2007 Yes, we had to come back and stay here when we returned from Monteverde. We canceled our reservation at a next door hotel and stayed here for our last two nights. |
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April 8, 2007
It's been just what we needed... a delightful experience for the Easter weekend. Thank you, guys! We'll be back! Tino
Thank you so much for everything, beautiful place, wonderful food, and really nice host and hostess! Marcela |
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April 13, 2007 Thank you so much for such a relaxed evening! We really enjoyed our time here and your hospitality. Good luck! John and Nick Hopefully we will be back one day
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April 18, 2007 Questo e uno dei posti piu affasonanti che abbiamo mae visto... un vedo paradiso!! Non potevamo fare scelta migliore. E bellissimo osservare le scimmie paggeffiare sogli alberi, sveguargi la mattima e trovare un coati di fronte la stanza, ammirare i piccoli e veloassimi colibri... Non vorremmo piu tornare a Italia!!! Grazie per la vostra disponibilita e per l'ottima glazone. Romina y Francesco - Italia
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April 18, 2007
Auf unserer ersten Rundreise durch Costa Rica, sind wir gluecklicherweise n der Villa Mango gelandet. Wir bedanken uns fuer Euere wunderbare Herzlichkeit. Euere Unterkunft zaehlt fuer uns zu den "BESTEN" und wir werden Euch in Deutschland ganz sieber weiterempfehlen. Wir werden wiederkommien Muchas Gracias an Jo und Agnes
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April 20, 2007
Thank you for rescuing us from our nightmare house rental. You are both excellent hosts and the place is beautiful. I hope they don't get to build the monster six-story hotel in front of your place. We will be back and look forward to some DVD's in the mail from us. Thanks again!
Jim & Cindy - ff2jg@yahoo.com
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April 21, 2007 Dear Agnes & Jo, We are so glad we found Villa Mango. It is truly one of Playa Nosara's hidden treasures. Having worked at a B&B, I have high standards and Villa Mang0 meets all of them! Thanks for your hospitality and kindness during our stay. We will definitely tell our friends and family about this place and we will be back soon! Love, Donna - San Diego, CA
It was great staying at Villa Mango. We couldn't have asked fro a more comfortable or friendly atmosphere. We only planned on staying a couple of nights but it ended up being five. Take care and Thanks!!! Scott
PS: take care of Cookie, we will miss him too!
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May 5, 2007 Dear Agnes & Jo, I totally enjoyed my time at Villa Mango and cannot wait to return with my wife. Your view is nothing short of magnificent but is only second to the pleasure of your company. Thank you so much! Paddy McChesney.
Dear Agnes & Jo, Once again, thanks for an incredible time. Soon we will be neighbors and we can't wait to be here more often. Thanks for your hospitality, and everything you are helping with. I can't wait to sit around our new table and have a meal together. Much Love Jim McChesney |
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May 24, 2007 Agnes & Jo Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality, stories and accommodations! We wish you all the best of luck with your future plans... and hope nobody builds a high-rise here~ We very much enjoyed sharing your little piece of paradise here. Keep feeding the monkeys! *** Hasta Luego! Nina & Bob Lantis
*** Note from Agnes & Jo: The monkeys come to the house to eat our mangos and other fruits on the trees. We do not feed them human food or anything else.
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