On the beach.You'll find Finca La Isla Botanical Garden and Black Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Talamanca Family Art and Playa Cocles are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Finca La Isla Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Talamanca Family Art - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
Playa Chiquita - 15 min drive - 9.2 km
Punta Uva Beach - 16 min drive - 10.0 km
Getting around
Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
Cocomar Comida Caribeña - 3 min drive
Hot Rocks - 3 min drive
Restaurante Tamara - 3 min drive
Puerto Pirata - 3 min drive
Café Viejo - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly)
Welcome to Paradise. Relax and enjoy your stay here at 'The Bounty' and enjoy its bountiful gardens and views from either the lower deck or the upper balcony.
Casa Bounty recently renovated in 2010 has a rustic design that combines perfectly with the beautiful tropical setting, the ocean view on its terrace makes it hard to leave. It is well equipped for your comfort and contains many western amenities. The balcony overlooks the Caribbean Sea, meaning there are great beaches only minutes away. Feel free to take a walk along the serene beach or take a dip in the ocean or gather seashells at your leisure.
Located in a beautiful pristine beach on the north side of Puerto Viejo in the Playa Negra community The Bounty is just a 5-minute drive away from Puerto Viejo.
Puerto Viejo is one of the most popular vacation spots in all of Costa Rica. When you travel to Puerto Viejo, you’ll easily be able to have a fun and exciting vacation, particularly if you enjoy spending time in the water. The southern Caribbean coast is considered to be one of the best surfing spots in Costa Rica, and the tide pools that form during low tide are great for a quick and refreshing dip.
A groundskeeper lives in a small cabin on the premises and helps keep everything manicured and working properly. The owners live in the other side of the duplex from November to May, and with their typical Canadian hospitality, make guests feel welcome. Not to mention we are Pet and Kid Friendly!!
Susana the property manager is also available for any questions or help when needed!
-Casa Bounty property features:
-A two-floor house with 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom that sleeps up to 5 (2 king-sized bed and one space on the sofa or a blowup mattress). -The main room features a spacious terrace with ocean views. -A fully equipped kitchen, a private patio, and an outdoor gazebo with a hammock and chill out space.
Daily Housekeeping available on request for an extra fee of $25
An excellent feature is an in-house washer and dryer that allows you to do your own laundry any time you need to.
-The place:
Playa Negra is a black sand beach. This happens when fragments of lava and other volcanic and magnetic minerals were broken down over centuries by the ocean which makes it a very unique place. Puerto Viejo Town has great restaurants for every taste and lots of music venues, a variety of shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, etc. The magic of this place is a combination of enchanting beaches, crystal waters, a wide variety of wildlife, and a great diversity of cultures.
-House rules:
Quiet hours begin at 11 pm (this is a multi-unit, family-friendly property)
Check-in is anytime after 3 PM
Pets are not allowed on/in beds. Smoking allowed on decks ONLY
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
2 day minimum rental
Pets
Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
On outdoor decks only
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House
Carribean Beach Front Hardwood Duplex Wi fi
Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet Kid Friendly)
Frequently asked questions
How close is Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) to the airport?
This vacation home is 33.7 mi (58-min drive) away from the Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) to the beach?
This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly)?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly)?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly)?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) to downtown Cahuita?
This vacation home is 1 mi away from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.
Cozy Caribbean Beachfront House (Pet & Kid Friendly) Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 53 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
8/10 Good
Brenda B.
Feb 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location with easy access. Could have bedding updated :)
Brenda B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Adrianna S.
Feb 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house looks and feels like a tree house. It was stocked with everything we needed. The host was top notch. The waves crashing at night across the street are a wonderful treat to fall asleep to. Using the tuk tuks to get into town for dinner and live music was easy to use.I will absolutely recommend this property.We couldn't have asked for a better vacation.
Adrianna S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
2/10 Terrible
Elena P.
Aug 25, 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
FRANKESTEIN BEACH HOUSE.I booked this place after being deceived by all the 5 star reviews (“probably bribed”) all the pictures are probably photoshop to look nice.This house WAS VERY CREEPY; was probably built in the 1940’s & is pretty runned down & neglected today, it has ugly green nets instead of windows to hear all the noise from animals & traffic! (no A/C) NO hammock (as it’s shown on the pics) NOT EVEN ELECTRICITY when we got there! Everything is old, dirty, neglected & disgusting, moldy smell of rotten wood. There were spiders & spiderwebs under the beds! Washer & dryer in the middle of the living room that don’t even work! A cat owned by the guardian next door scratching the windows crying for attention. There were ants & other bugs getting inside through the wood gaps all over. (I suspected there may be even mice hiding there) We couldn’t stay there, my kids got scared & so did I. I wasted one day of my vacations being SCAMMED & trying to find another place to stay, while we were all starving from a long bus ride : The host only refunded a % of the total amount & kept “the cleaning fee” which I had to file a complaint with the app to get fully refunded & still waiting for it).By far the most terrible experience we had in C.R. “No stars” was not an option, but this place shouldn’t even be advertised anywhere anymore! TOTALLY NEGLECTED.The owner has NO consideration nor compassion for travelers whatsoever. It should be removed from this app for god sake!
Elena P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alex G.
Jun 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
The property was gorgeous and right by Playa Negra. The Host was great with communicating with us and very helpful. She even gave us options of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as things to do around and options for transportation. I would definitely stay here again!
Alex G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Naomi L.
May 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Playa negra
Susan was an excellent host…always available for questions.She helped us navigate our stay which made it enjoyable and relaxing.The house located across the street from the beach which was magical.Highly recommend!
Naomi L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
JD F.
Mar 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleased with the Bounty
Stayed in the house for 26 days. If things would have worked out the way I wanted we would still be there now...through the end of March 2025.There were 2 other people at the property - the property owner and a groundskeeper. The owner has quite a few interesting stories to tell. The groundskeeper was very helpful for getting a tuk tuk connection, arranging water bottle deliveries, identifying edible plants growing on the property, etc.We rented bikes which were great for a quick ride to the SK market or into town. Other beaches such as Cocles, Punta Uva and Manzanillo are also within reasonable cycling distances.The house does not have air conditioning. But my routine was when I started to get hot, the ocean was so close I would jump in the water for a bit and sit on a log in the shade to cool off. Or I would take a short bike on the dirt road by Banana Azul for some more secluded beach spots.The washing machine was a new experience for me. It is more interactive than what I am accustomed to but not a burden by any stretch.Our host Susana was responsive and helpful. We used WhatsApp which aided in communication.The upstairs balcony provided a nice private spot from which I saw a sloth traverse the wires across the street several times during our stay. Also saw a monkey quickly pass on the same wires a couple times.I feel the house enhanced my enjoyable experience. I am looking forward to visiting PV again and can hopefully book this house again.
JD F.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Donna M., Atlantis, FL
Feb 18, 2025
Rustic Caribbean Getaway
This home is very rustic. No TV, No AC, manual Washer. The bathroom is updated and the bedrooms were nice, both with king beds, one upstairs, one downstairs. That said, the location was just north of town, an easy 1 mile walk. We did not have a bad meal the entire month we were there. The beach across the street is a lovely black sand beach, although the water was a bit rough in January. We had a really nice trip and Susana was responsive with answers to questions and items that were needed in the house.
Donna M.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
MaryEllen G.
Apr 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely restful stay on the beach
The house was spacious, comfortable, and clean. Susana is a great host and made sure the house was stocked! The sound of the surf lulled us to sleep each night. Wish we could have stayed longer!
MaryEllen G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
LIsa B.
Mar 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Best property host ever!!
Our stay was more than we hoped for because Susanna was the most kind and lovely person. She was very helpful to us choosing things to do and took time to get to know us to be able to suggest activities. Wish we would have stayed longer at this location of our travels.
The walk to town was pleasurable. We loved having a deck and upstairs balcony off the bedroom.
The only suggestion we would make is updating the microwave and toaster oven.
LIsa B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
4/10 Poor
Lisa Z.
Mar 14, 2024
Needs lots of attention
Susana, the property manager, met us for check in and was flexible with our schedule due to a traffic accident shutting down the road. The property photos had obviously been taken years before. Things on the outside were beautiful, but the inside of the home had missing and broken tiles in the kitchen, no potable water (Susana said she would not drink it) and the water container in the photo as well as the microwave, no longer exist. The washer and dryer are in the living room so the only real gathering space is off the upstairs bedroom, (including going up steep, uneven stairs). The stove gas only worked half the time we were there and the oven never worked. There is a toaster oven but cooking for 4 in it was challenging. We asked for a drinking pitcher and Susana said she would bring the next day but we never got it. We were left only 4 towels, 1 roll of toilet paper, and 1 roll of papertowels for 4 adults for 7 days. When we asked Susana about anything, it was a big deal. She either became defensive or just ignored us. Who didn't ignore us was the property owner who shares the property and does not wear pants. That's right, every day he is waiting on the porch in his boxer shorts and at one point, we had only the screen door closed, I walked out of the bathroom after a shower in a towel headed to the bedroom to get dressed. He lets himself in and just stands there talking about bananas and ogling. After that, none of us stayed at the property alone.
Lisa Z.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Steve L., Sierras
Feb 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Location!
It’s pretty hard to beat the location, a minute walk to the black sand beach right in front, which was never crowded. When we were there swimming wasn’t possible, but playing in the surf was really fun. It’s just a short bike ride to town, about a mile. The yard is full of flowers and offered us many cool wildlife sightings. Nearby there is a fun 2 mile hike or bike to a bird filled river that empties into the sea.
The listing photos should be updated as they do not reflect the current condition of the house. The house is in need of maintenance. The kitchen was a challenge, and needs several upgrades. The paved street between the house and the beach is very noisy, but the road noise lessens at night. However, dogs bark and roosters crow then.
We would highly recommend Cahuita National Park, Punta Uva, the Jaguar Rescue Center, the chocolate tour at Caribeans, and the Puerto Viejo Bike shop for rentals, and Degustibus Bakery.
Steve L.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lenin V.
Jan 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and cozy house!
Definitely, a great place to stay, relax and enjoy with friends or family. Excellent, properly manager, sweet, great communication and advice about the area and what to do. The beach is right in front of the property and the house is absolutely cozy.
Lenin V.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S., Cincinnati, Ohio
May 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT SEASIDE RETREAT!
We loved our stay! Check in was simple. The house was furnished with everything we needed for our stay. The beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of space for two couples. It was nice having the washer and dryer available for laundry. We used the clothes line outside to dry our clothes so save electricity and everything dried fast with the breeze. The house was perfectly located across the road from the beach and just a few minute drive from town. There were plenty of cafes and places to eat near by as well as a grocery store. We nearly had the beach to ourselves each morning and evening. The porch was nice to sit on in the mornings and evening with a cup of coffee and enjoying the breeze. David the caretaker lives next door and will see to any needs that may arise. He is an amazing chef and though he wasn't available to cook for us on our short stay, we enjoyed sharing a few recipes together. The sunrise on the beach is an amazing site, make sure you take advantage of it! It was a pleasure to meet Susana, she has a sweet spirit and stopped by just to check and make sure we settled in and to answer any questions for us. Check out was simple too. We look forward to staying again the next time we are in Costa Rica!!
Andrew S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patty J.
Apr 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the House- a few suggestions
The house is beautiful and amazing. Right across the street from the ocean was such a treat! The groundskeeper David cut us fresh coconut every day! We thoroughly enjoyed the house and the ocean.
While the kitchen had the basics there weren't any coffee filters nor salt or pepper to season our food. Also the place did not provide filtered water and only provided 3 rolls of toilet paper for a week for three women! Otherwise we loved the house! I would recommend staying here.
Patty J.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
4/10 Poor
Tonya N., PHOENIX
Mar 11, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ups and Downs
Ups: Rustic with lots of room plus a washer/dryer and hot water. Susana is your contact and is very nice and has a ton of information on Costa Rica including guides. The groundskeeper was very friendly and also helpful with answering our questions. Black sand beach right across the road. We saw a lot of wildlife while there as well.
Cons: Very busy road with traffic 24/7 and neighbors behind the house were up late fighting and several neighborhood dogs barking through most of the night.
We ended up changing our stay and left the next day to find a more secluded location on the other end of town.
Tonya N.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Ricci R.
Jan 20, 2023
Getaway
The place was comfortable and had two patios to sit. My problem with this place was the traffic on the road next to the house. Also the road was not paved and the dust blew onto the patios. The caretaker did come and clean when asked. The traffic did die down at night. The house is across from the beach and an easy walk from the town. I would stay again.
Ricci R.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
TERRANCE N., Motor City , USA
Mar 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay only 200ft from beach.
Awesome stay, convenient location. The furniture and appliances are alittle dated but does not take away you are 2mins from the beach (directly across the street), 20min walk to the city center/ downtown or 5 min drive. Again if location, location is key this is the place! The place has a Two large beds, working/washer dryer and two huge front porches to greet you and help relax you! We enjoyed the stay…..
TERRANCE N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
Isabelle C.
Mar 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place, pity about the surroundings
Lovely , spacious house, set in a beautiful garden near the beach. Very good contact with the agent, the friendly owner/neighbor and local caretaker.
Unfortunately the nearby beach is unswimmable, due to very strong currents and enormous waves. And between the beach and the property there is a VERY busy dirt road, where a constant traffic of trucks and cars creates a lot of noise, dust and dirt.
If you want to swim, you'll need to take a taxi or ride a bike to Punta Uva, about 8km away.
The only minus was the washing machine was broken. I would happily stay here again.
Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda S.
Nov 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
First visit
Our group enjoyed our stay we were right across from a beautiful black sand beach, you can walk the beach to town.
Rhonda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
8/10 Good
David B.
Nov 7, 2021
Conveniently very close to beach
The property needs refurbishment of furniture and kitchen equipment. Chairs are very old and uncomfortable. Washer and drier are situated in sitting area. Lots of dust and noise coming from busy nearby dirt road. Very noisy neighbours at the back of the property.
David B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kyla W., Cascade
Aug 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoy the beach!
Book now! You only need to walk across the road to enjoy one of the most beautiful coastlines in Costa Rica. You are about 10 minutes outside of town but a taxi or bike ride will get you there with no issues. David, the property caretaker, is awesome & friendly and made our stay extra great. You are on the road so there is some dust to beware of if you have sensitive allergies. Overall, I highly recommend this unique stay. Roomy and comfortable. Nice breeze from the ocean on hot days. Beautiful gardens. It has it all!
Kyla W.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Frederike H.
Jul 2, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation spot
We enjoyed our stay. The house is in a nice area and access to the beach is immediate. We all enjoyed beach walks, swimming and playing in the sea. Having David as an on-site caretaker makes the place feel secure and also well-cared for. He is also an excellent chef! Having the big washer and dryer in the house is wonderful. The only downside is the oven if you’d like to cook yourself. Plenty of good restaurants in Puerto Viejo.
Frederike H.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kimberlina T., California
Dec 7, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location.
The Bounty was in a perfect location and the property was beautiful. The ocean was steps away with beautiful black sand and we got to watch the moon rise every night above the water. The town was close by as well. The house was clean, we were able to cook some meals at the house, and there was a lot of space. Sitting on the deck at night watching fireflies outside was one of my favorite things. The property manager was so helpful, gave great recommendations and was always available for any questions or needs.
Kimberlina T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
Sep 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beachfront access
I loved that I could wake up everymorning and just most on over to the beach with my boys. It was great. The caretaker was available for anything we needed.