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Gorgeous Pool + Gardens Steps from the Beach--Ideal Group or Family Getaway
Propriété de vacances prÚs de Plage Punta Uva à Cahuita
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Avis
1010 sur 10 âÂ
Exceptionnel
Maison entiĂšre
Commodités populaires
- Piscine
- Stationnement disponible
- Animaux de compagnie acceptés
- Sécheuse
- Laveuse
- Barbecue
Explorez la région
Puerto Viejo, Limon
- Petite PlagePlace, Petite PlageâȘ8 min Ă piedâŹ
- Plage Punta UvaPlace, Plage Punta UvaâȘ2 min en voitureâŹ
- Playa CoclesPlace, Playa CoclesâȘ3 min en voitureâŹ
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Cariblue Beach and Jungle Resort
Cahuita
- Piscine
- Baignoire Ă remous
- Tout inclus
- Spa
4.2 sur 5, TrĂšs bien, 474Â avis
4,2
TrĂšs bien
474Â avis
Le prix est de 194Â $Â CA
194Â $Â CA
219 $ CA au total
(taxes et frais compris)
Du 17 déc. au 18 déc.
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Almonds and Corals Boutique Hotel
Cahuita
- Stationnement compris
- Wi-Fi gratuit
- Restaurant
- Salle de jeux
4.7 sur 5, Exceptionnel, 70Â avis
4,7
Exceptionnel
70Â avis
Le prix est de 393Â $Â CA
393Â $Â CA
444 $ CA au total
(taxes et frais compris)
Du 16 déc. au 17 déc.
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Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only
Cahuita
- Piscine
- Déjeuner compris
- Spa
- Stationnement compris
4.9 sur 5, Exceptionnel, 243Â avis
4,9
Exceptionnel
243Â avis
Le prix est de 259Â $Â CA
259Â $Â CA
293 $ CA au total
(taxes et frais compris)
Du 16 déc. au 17 déc.
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Le Cameleon Puerto Viejo
Cahuita
- Piscine
- Spa
- Stationnement compris
- Wi-Fi gratuit
4.4 sur 5, Excellent, 810Â avis
4,4
Excellent
810Â avis
Le prix est de 257Â $Â CA
257Â $Â CA
291 $ CA au total
(taxes et frais compris)
Du 16 déc. au 17 déc.
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Umami Hotel - Adults Only
Cahuita
- Piscine
- Déjeuner compris
- Spa
- Stationnement compris
4.7 sur 5, Exceptionnel, 471Â avis
4,7
Exceptionnel
471Â avis
Le prix est de 197Â $Â CA
197Â $Â CA
222 $ CA au total
(taxes et frais compris)
Du 16 déc. au 17 déc.
Ă propos du quartier
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Séjour au bord de la mer.En séjournant à propriété de vacances à Cahuita, vous serez à moins de 1 km de Petite Plage et à moins de 3 km de Plage Punta Uva. De plus, Playa Cocles est à moins de 3 km et Art Familial Talamanca est à moins de 10 km.
à proximité
- Petite Plage - 8Â min Ă pied - 0.7Â km
- Plage Punta Uva - 2Â min en voiture - 1.5Â km
- Playa Cocles - 3Â min en voiture - 2.2Â km
- Centre de Sauvetage des Jaguars - 3Â min en voiture - 2.2Â km
- Plage de Black Beach - 12Â min en voiture - 7.5Â km
Restaurants
- âȘRestaurante Selvin's - âŹ20 min Ă pied
- âȘLa Leyenda De LâAntico Forno - âŹ7 min Ă pied
- âȘLa Nena - âŹ3 min en voiture
- âȘNoa Beach Club - âŹ3 min en voiture
- âȘPanaderĂa FrancĂ©s - âŹ3 min en voiture
à propos de cet hébergement
Hébergement entier
Vous aurez la maison entiĂšre pour vous et ne la partagerez quâavec dâautres voyageurs de votre groupe.
Gorgeous Pool + Gardens Steps from the Beach--Ideal Group or Family Getaway
** the 2 bedrooms on the main floor have A/C**
"Casa Bella, Playa Chiquita" is a perfect spot to relax with friends and family. Gorgeous pool and stunning gardens. Excellent restaurants and beaches just steps away.
Enhanced between stay cleaning protocols. Cleanings done by a professional cleaning company.
** PRIVACY: We only book to one group at a time, so the casitas will remain empty if you don't book those spaces.
** PRICING: When looking at your pricing breakdown in your quote you will see a base price which covers up to 4 people, and then additional guest fee, which a total of the additional people in your group (there is a per person per day charge for all guests after the base price for 4 people. The VRBO site adds it up), to a max of 12 people total. The VRBO system also adds local taxes, and their own fees in this quote. If you are seeing the price with a 'C' before it, that indicates it is quoted in Canadian dollars. You can either change your search at the top right corner to only be in your own currency or use a conversion tool to convert to your chosen currency.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to Casa Bella!!! Recline on the cool wrap-around newly renovated Living/Dining area and watch toucans, sloths and blue butterflies in the one-acre private tropical gardens of Casa Bella.
Splash around in the 7 X 12 meter saltwater swimming pool. Lounge on the covered pool deck. Grill on the 40" gas BBQ.
Looking for unique activities? Ask about Salsa Lessons by the pool, unusual culinary experiences brought to you, chocolate spa treatments or chocolate making experiences, beach bonfires, kayaking or SUPing, night snorkeling, jungle hikes, waterfalls, tea ceremonies, breathwork/meditation/yoga by the pool... we can help plan your perfect vacation!
This recently built house combines the comforts of western living with the ease of the Caribbean indoor/outdoor style. Tropical hardwoods, beautiful design and modern amenities make Casa Bella an ideal destination.
From the airy and bright living room/dining room you enter the spacious modern kitchen, with its full-sized fridge, stove/oven and double sink. The kitchen comes equipped with cookware and dishware.
On the main floor there are two bedrooms with queen sized beds, private ensuite bathrooms with hot water showers, fans, and shelving for storing clothing .
Go up the external spiral staircase from the pool-side deck to a breezy loft that can be added to accommodate 2-5 more people. At the top of the loft's spiral stairs is a wide balcony where you can recline in a hammock and take in the canopy view. Inside the loft is an open living area with queen-sized bed, kitchenette, safe, fan, closet and three piece bathroom. There are also three single beds, perfect for kids.
Just across the pool from Casa Bella are Casita Bonita and Casita Sol.
Newly renovated! Casita Bonita (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) has a kitchen on the deck and two suites, each with a queen bed, a sitting area with a comfortable love seat and chair, wall sconces and overhead lighting, and a bathroom (sleeps 4). UPDATED PICTURES COMING SOON!!
Casita Sol has one bedroom (queen bed and single bed), one bathroom, a full kitchen, and hammock-strung second-story balcony (sleeps 3).
A tropical sanctuary, the lot at Casa Bella has fruit trees, flowering bushes, palm trees, ylang-ylang, open spaces and shady zones. We often have howler monkeys and sloths visiting, and if you look up you can catch a parrot or toucan party in our trees, or see the macaws flapping by.
The house is on both municipal and well water systems. Water is abundant and clean.
There is parking for up to 4 cars at the rear of the house.
From the lot is a 3 minute walk to the public access path to Playa Chiquita Beach, rated the best (and prettiest) beach on this coast! The path is another 2-3 minute walk down to the beach. Playa Chiquita Beach is sheltered by an off-shore reef making sections of it a kid-friendly place to swim. With series of sandy coves you can splash and swim, or wade and wallow in the coral fringed pools that decorate the points.
Centrally located in Playa Chiquita Village, near groceries and restaurants, Casa Bella is tucked away in its private spot a mere 1 minute walk from the main road.
We are at our house across the road at a nearby property and happy to help you find what you need in Playa Chiquita and beyond. We are very approachable and full of local knowledge.
Playa Chiquita is minutes from Puerto Viejo, Limon. People come here all year round to view wildlife and experience the Caribbean culture through music, food, and the colorful character of the region.
Playa Chiquita is a small village 5 km south of Puerto Viejo de Limon. We are famous for having the most beautiful and serene beaches on the coast. You can stroll down the coast in either direction all the way to Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo, and beyond along unpopulated stretches of beach.
El Duende Gourmet, the grocer 5 minutes walk from Casa Bella, is fully stocked with dry goods, dairy, meat, fresh produce, cold beer and a good selection of wine and liquor. Check out the fresh baked goods by the entrance. Bread, croissants, pan au chocolate, donuts, pita, strudels, pizzas, and empanandas delivered fresh daily!
There are 8+ restaurants in Playa Chiquita. Our favorites are Pura Gula, Gypsea Cafe and Lounge, and the two woodfire pizza restaurants! A little further down the coast toward Puerto Viejo is Spicy Coconut, a new favorite with excellent fusion food, great location on the beach, and fantastic service.
There are two bike rental shops, and on Saturdays and Wednesdays there is a fresh produce market, as well as a couple of pop up produce stands where local farmers sell their wares.
"Casa Bella, Playa Chiquita" is a perfect spot to relax with friends and family. Gorgeous pool and stunning gardens. Excellent restaurants and beaches just steps away.
Enhanced between stay cleaning protocols. Cleanings done by a professional cleaning company.
** PRIVACY: We only book to one group at a time, so the casitas will remain empty if you don't book those spaces.
** PRICING: When looking at your pricing breakdown in your quote you will see a base price which covers up to 4 people, and then additional guest fee, which a total of the additional people in your group (there is a per person per day charge for all guests after the base price for 4 people. The VRBO site adds it up), to a max of 12 people total. The VRBO system also adds local taxes, and their own fees in this quote. If you are seeing the price with a 'C' before it, that indicates it is quoted in Canadian dollars. You can either change your search at the top right corner to only be in your own currency or use a conversion tool to convert to your chosen currency.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to Casa Bella!!! Recline on the cool wrap-around newly renovated Living/Dining area and watch toucans, sloths and blue butterflies in the one-acre private tropical gardens of Casa Bella.
Splash around in the 7 X 12 meter saltwater swimming pool. Lounge on the covered pool deck. Grill on the 40" gas BBQ.
Looking for unique activities? Ask about Salsa Lessons by the pool, unusual culinary experiences brought to you, chocolate spa treatments or chocolate making experiences, beach bonfires, kayaking or SUPing, night snorkeling, jungle hikes, waterfalls, tea ceremonies, breathwork/meditation/yoga by the pool... we can help plan your perfect vacation!
This recently built house combines the comforts of western living with the ease of the Caribbean indoor/outdoor style. Tropical hardwoods, beautiful design and modern amenities make Casa Bella an ideal destination.
From the airy and bright living room/dining room you enter the spacious modern kitchen, with its full-sized fridge, stove/oven and double sink. The kitchen comes equipped with cookware and dishware.
On the main floor there are two bedrooms with queen sized beds, private ensuite bathrooms with hot water showers, fans, and shelving for storing clothing .
Go up the external spiral staircase from the pool-side deck to a breezy loft that can be added to accommodate 2-5 more people. At the top of the loft's spiral stairs is a wide balcony where you can recline in a hammock and take in the canopy view. Inside the loft is an open living area with queen-sized bed, kitchenette, safe, fan, closet and three piece bathroom. There are also three single beds, perfect for kids.
Just across the pool from Casa Bella are Casita Bonita and Casita Sol.
Newly renovated! Casita Bonita (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) has a kitchen on the deck and two suites, each with a queen bed, a sitting area with a comfortable love seat and chair, wall sconces and overhead lighting, and a bathroom (sleeps 4). UPDATED PICTURES COMING SOON!!
Casita Sol has one bedroom (queen bed and single bed), one bathroom, a full kitchen, and hammock-strung second-story balcony (sleeps 3).
A tropical sanctuary, the lot at Casa Bella has fruit trees, flowering bushes, palm trees, ylang-ylang, open spaces and shady zones. We often have howler monkeys and sloths visiting, and if you look up you can catch a parrot or toucan party in our trees, or see the macaws flapping by.
The house is on both municipal and well water systems. Water is abundant and clean.
There is parking for up to 4 cars at the rear of the house.
From the lot is a 3 minute walk to the public access path to Playa Chiquita Beach, rated the best (and prettiest) beach on this coast! The path is another 2-3 minute walk down to the beach. Playa Chiquita Beach is sheltered by an off-shore reef making sections of it a kid-friendly place to swim. With series of sandy coves you can splash and swim, or wade and wallow in the coral fringed pools that decorate the points.
Centrally located in Playa Chiquita Village, near groceries and restaurants, Casa Bella is tucked away in its private spot a mere 1 minute walk from the main road.
We are at our house across the road at a nearby property and happy to help you find what you need in Playa Chiquita and beyond. We are very approachable and full of local knowledge.
Playa Chiquita is minutes from Puerto Viejo, Limon. People come here all year round to view wildlife and experience the Caribbean culture through music, food, and the colorful character of the region.
Playa Chiquita is a small village 5 km south of Puerto Viejo de Limon. We are famous for having the most beautiful and serene beaches on the coast. You can stroll down the coast in either direction all the way to Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo, and beyond along unpopulated stretches of beach.
El Duende Gourmet, the grocer 5 minutes walk from Casa Bella, is fully stocked with dry goods, dairy, meat, fresh produce, cold beer and a good selection of wine and liquor. Check out the fresh baked goods by the entrance. Bread, croissants, pan au chocolate, donuts, pita, strudels, pizzas, and empanandas delivered fresh daily!
There are 8+ restaurants in Playa Chiquita. Our favorites are Pura Gula, Gypsea Cafe and Lounge, and the two woodfire pizza restaurants! A little further down the coast toward Puerto Viejo is Spicy Coconut, a new favorite with excellent fusion food, great location on the beach, and fantastic service.
There are two bike rental shops, and on Saturdays and Wednesdays there is a fresh produce market, as well as a couple of pop up produce stands where local farmers sell their wares.
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CommoditĂ©s de lâhĂ©bergement
Piscine/spa
- Piscine extérieure
- Piscine privée
Internet
- Disponible dans la maison : Wi-Fi
Stationnement et transport
- Stationnement sur place
Cuisine
- Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle et couverts
- Bouilloire électrique
- CafetiÚre-théiÚre
- Cuisinette
- Ăpices
- Four
- Ălot de cuisine
- Mélangeur
- Réfrigérateur
- Surface de cuisson
Restauration
- Table de salle Ă manger
Chambres
- 6Â chambres
- Draps fournis
Salle de bain
- 6Â salles de bain
- Douche
- Papier de toilette
- Savon
- Serviettes fournies
Lieux de séjour
- Salle de séjour
- Table de salle Ă manger
Divertissement
- Livres
Espaces extérieurs
- Balcon
- Barbecue
- Cour clÎturée
- Jardin
- Meubles extérieurs
Buanderie
- Installations de buanderie
- Laveuse
Espaces de travail
- Bureau
- Chaise de bureau
Confort
- Climatisation
Animaux de compagnie
- Animaux de compagnie acceptés
- JusquâĂ 50 livres par animal
Accessibilité
- Sections fumeurs
- Commentaire de lâhĂŽte : Only outside.
Services et commodités
- Coffre-fort
- Entretien ménager (disponibilité limitée)
Points dâintĂ©rĂȘt de lâendroit
- Ă proximitĂ© dâun salon de beautĂ©/spa
- à proximité de la mer
- Dans un village
Activités
- Vélos
- Baignade à proximité
- Basketball à proximité
- Descente en eau vive à proximité
- Ăcotourisme Ă proximitĂ©
- Ăquitation Ă proximitĂ©
- Excursions dâobservation de la faune Ă pied Ă proximitĂ©
- Kayak à proximité
- Motonautisme à proximité
- Observation dâoiseaux Ă proximitĂ©
- Paravoile à proximité
- PĂȘche Ă proximitĂ©
- Plongée avec masque et tuba à proximité
- Plongée sous-marine à proximité
- Sentiers de randonnée ou de vélo à proximité
- Surf ou surf horizontal à proximité
- Vélo de montagne à proximité
- Voile à proximité
Dispositifs de sécurité
- PrĂ©sence dâun dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone non signalĂ©e (LâhĂŽte nâa pas indiquĂ© sâil y avait un dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans lâhĂ©bergement; envisagez dâapporter un dĂ©tecteur portable.)
- PrĂ©sence dâun dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e non signalĂ©e (LâhĂŽte nâa pas indiquĂ© sâil y avait un dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e dans lâhĂ©bergement.)
Information générale
- Jardin
- Vélos
Politiques
Arrivée
Arrivée à partir de 16 h
Ăge minimal pour lâenregistrement : 30 ans
Départ
Lâheure limite de dĂ©part est 11 h.
Instructions spĂ©ciales pour lâenregistrement
LâhĂŽte vous enverra un courriel contenant les instructions relatives Ă lâarrivĂ©e et au dĂ©part.
Les renseignements fournis par lâhĂ©bergement peuvent ĂȘtre traduits au moyen dâoutils de traduction automatique.
RĂšgles
No loud music any time, no music at all, or excess noise after 10pm. We have semi-enclosed spaces so guests can socialize in comfort indoors at night.
Typically, only the people in the original booking are permitted on the property.
Please do not drag coolers or sandy luggage on the wood floor. Do not move furniture from the outside in, or the inside out, or drag couches around.
Animaux de compagnie
- Les animaux de compagnie sont admis
- Limite de 2 animal(aux) de compagnie par chambre (poids maximal : 50 lb par animal)
Enfants et lits supplémentaires
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: Children must be supervised in the pool.
ĂvĂ©nements
Aucun événement autorisé
A quiet neighborhood. No loud music permitted.
Fumeurs/non-fumeurs
Permis de fumer dans certaines aires
Only outside.
Renseignements importants
Ă savoir
Des frais par personne supplĂ©mentaire peuvent sâappliquer et varient selon les politiques de lâĂ©tablissement.
Une piĂšce dâidentitĂ© avec photo Ă©mise par le gouvernement et un dĂ©pĂŽt en espĂšces, une carte de crĂ©dit ou une carte de dĂ©bit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent ĂȘtre requis Ă lâarrivĂ©e.
Les demandes spĂ©ciales sont sujettes Ă la disponibilitĂ© au moment de lâenregistrement et peuvent entraĂźner des frais supplĂ©mentaires. Les demandes spĂ©ciales ne peuvent pas ĂȘtre garanties.
Les fĂȘtes et les Ă©vĂ©nements de groupe sont strictement interdits.
Commentaire de lâhĂŽte : A quiet neighborhood. No loud music permitted.
LâhĂŽte nâa pas indiquĂ© sâil y avait un dĂ©tecteur de monoxyde de carbone dans lâhĂ©bergement; envisagez dâapporter un dĂ©tecteur portable avec vous pendant le voyage.
LâhĂŽte nâa pas indiquĂ© sâil y avait un dĂ©tecteur de fumĂ©e dans lâhĂ©bergement.
Cet hĂ©bergement dispose dâespaces extĂ©rieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiĂ©tudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec lâhĂ©bergement avant votre arrivĂ©e pour confirmer quâil pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriĂ©e.
Cet Ă©tablissement est gĂ©rĂ© par lâintĂ©rmediaire de notre partenaire Vrbo. Vrbo vous enverra un courriel contenant un lien vers un compte Vrbo qui vous permettra de modifier ou dâannuler votre rĂ©servation.
Les clients supplémentaires peuvent faire l'objet de suppléments, conformément à la politique de l'établissement.
Une piĂšce dâidentitĂ© avec photo Ă©mise par le gouvernement et un dĂ©pĂŽt en espĂšces, une carte de crĂ©dit ou une carte de dĂ©bit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent ĂȘtre requis Ă lâarrivĂ©e.
Les demandes spĂ©ciales dĂ©pendent de la disponibilitĂ© au moment de lâenregistrement. Elle ne peuvent ĂȘtre garanties et peuvent occasionner des frais supplĂ©mentaires.
Une piĂšce dâidentitĂ© avec photo Ă©mise par le gouvernement et un dĂ©pĂŽt en espĂšces, une carte de crĂ©dit ou une carte de dĂ©bit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent ĂȘtre requis Ă lâarrivĂ©e.
Les demandes spĂ©ciales dĂ©pendent de la disponibilitĂ© au moment de lâenregistrement. Elle ne peuvent ĂȘtre garanties et peuvent occasionner des frais supplĂ©mentaires.
- Cet hébergement est géré par un(e) hÎte privé(e), et non par un(e) professionnel(le) exploitant un commerce ou une entreprise.
Cet hĂ©bergement dispose dâespaces extĂ©rieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiĂ©tudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec lâhĂ©bergement avant votre arrivĂ©e pour confirmer quâil pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriĂ©e. Les fĂȘtes et les Ă©vĂ©nements de groupe sont strictement interdits. Commentaire de lâhĂŽte : A quiet neighborhood. No loud music permitted.
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Casa Bella Gorgeous Pool Gardens Steps from the Caribbean Sea