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Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax!

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this beachfront Lagunillas vacation home

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bajamar, Puntarenas
  • Place, Carara National Park
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Puntarenas Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Boca de Barranca
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Lagunillas

On the beach.Within 12 miles (20 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Crocodile Bridge and Caldera Port. Playa Caldera and Carara National Park are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Playa Caldera - 53 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Carara National Park - 55 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Puntarenas Beach - 57 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Playa Doña Ana - 58 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Playa Boca de Barranca - 58 min drive - 31.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Los Cocodrilos - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Nambi - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante y Marisquería Leda - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tabaris - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Manolo Coffee - ‬32 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.

Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax!

Swim in your own brand new private pool and walk right up to your own private 30 ft bar with tv and pour yourself a cold one , have a bite to eat. There is plenty of room for friends and family to play and relax. You wont want to leave once you have gotten here. Free WiFi

Need transportation? No problem! We can organize a driver for your entire stay! Want some adventure? Talk to us about fishing, hiking, rafting, ATVs, zip lining; We can help set up all your adventures!

Don’t feel like cooking or food shopping? We can provide and organize your own personal chef for your entire stay!

This property is IDEAL for bachelor & bachelorette parties! Freedom, privacy, and the gorgeous natural beauty of the Costa Rican jungle and coastline!

If you would like to host an event like a wedding or Quinceanera - message me for details!

There is room for 14 guests. The Main house has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Safe deposit box in each room. The guest house has King and queen beds with a full bath. Our Laundry room has a washer and dryer. 2 more full baths by the pool with a big gas grill that can cook as much as 32 pieces of meat with hood extractor makes this the perfect getaway from it all! If the lights go out no problem. Brand new Generac generator at your service . No need to buy ice !! New ice machine on premises.

UPDATE!

Brand new guest house! Sleeps 4; one king bed and one queen bed with one full bath! More luxury accommodations for more friends and family! Only steps from the main premise!

PURA VIDA !!!!!!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: ONLY OUTSIDE

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Note from host: Please make sure you clean up after your pet.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Make sure you clean up after yourselves - no glass

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

ONLY OUTSIDE

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Make sure you clean up after yourselves - no glass
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events are allowed on site. Note from host: Make sure you clean up after yourselves - no glass For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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

Beach/ocean Front 4 Bedroom With 2 Bedroom Guest House

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! to the airport?

This vacation home is 48.4 mi (195-min drive) away from the Tambor (TMU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! to downtown Lagunillas?

This vacation home is 6.2 mi away from Lagunillas.

Beautiful Home With a Private Beach and Pool - Connect w/ Nature & Relax! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stay and amenities; the home has lot of space with a great pool and tremendous kitchen. The black sand was very soft with great views and sunsets. Alex the host is an excellent chef and bent over backwards to be very accommodating to any and all of our requests
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was as good for us. There was 12 family members. It was 35 minutes off the main road down a very bumpy road to get to the house. It was isolated but very relaxing. The pool was great with the hot weather. The outdoor kitchen was used every day. The house keeper, Alex, always went above and beyond and got us whatever we needed. Alex and his wife cooked us some traditional dishes. The house is showing its age. It could use a little fixing up.
Entry to the house, downstairs kitchen.
Pool view from upstairs
Looking at the house from the beach
Sunet
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo Andrés V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everthing OK
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Valdez Family Vacation

Thoroughly enjoyed the property, a little out of the way, plenty of room for the twelve of us. Alex took good care of us. Would recommend to others wanting adventurous vacation stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
This was a amazing trip, don't get me wrong. The property is a little run down and there was zero comfortable seating to just relax and visit. Alex was AMAZING and very accommodating. The properties location would be perfect except it is down a very very long very very rough road. It doesn't matter where or what you are wanting to do it's at least a hour drive. If you plan on doing your own cooking it is not a user friendly facility, we decided to have Alex cook because that is what we do for a living and it was nice not having to but we did make a lunch and it's just not equipt. Pack your big spray and shake the bedding out the ants are everywhere. The pool was very relaxing and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adilene A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house on the beach

My family really enjoyed the stay! The best part was that there was enough space for everyone and we had the beach all to ourselves!! Alex was always very helpful in directing us to tours and activities. He even owns a restaurant a few houses down with very delicious food. The privacy on the property is unmatched because it is away from the city and we absolutely loved that!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The property and location was everything that was described. Alex, the property manager was a gem he made sure everything was as stated, and also was an excellent chef and prepared dinner for us many of our nights. We would definitely go back on another visit. If you are looking for a quiet and beautiful location off of the beaten path this is your perfect getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay in Bajamar

I love the house. The beds are super comfortable. House was equipped with everything you need. Pool always warm. AC available 24/7. Loved that we had a chef on site and transportation was available. Alex was great. I was able to communicate with Rolando.Great service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay for a group of 10

What an amazing stay! 10 Couples comfortably fit and enjoyed the house to Its fullest! Alex was AMAZING! He was very attentive and helpful! He’s also an amazing cook! Area was Perfect for our group and would highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone! Thank you Alex for being amazing we appreciate you 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

70th bday party

Host was awesome, fixed a delicious dinner and ceviche, arranged a tour to tortuga island (fun) was so helpful. Pool was great. Alex even brought fishing equipment for us to use. Awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Violiza D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica

Our group had a great time in Punta Arenas home. Home is a retreat away from city life with comfortable beds, great waterfront views and poolside entertainment. Alex made you feel at home and is quite a comedian! He helped our group plan the week activities, transportation along with preparing delicious meals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zvi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Property is as described. It's dated but well cared for. The caretaker is great. PLEASE note. Last few kilometers of road are not paved...we had 4x4's was fine. Closest supermarket is a 40 minute - hour drive. Beach isn't the best for swimming but totally remote and private. We loved this place.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CRISTIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place and house

The house is very nice situated on the beach, everyday beutiful sunsets. Spent wonderful moments with family and friends at the pool, on the beach and surrounding caves. Alex is a nice friendly guy, always willing to help. Rolando, the owner is a nice guy, good comunication and accomodate us without any issues. The space downstairs and the kitchen was very nice, nice breeze and the yard is so relaxing. Thank you for letting stay at your place Rolando, and allowing us to build some nice memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and friendly place.

The property has a great outdoor area with a full kitchen by the pool area. We spent most of our time there. Alex was SO helpful in everything we asked for or any questions that we had. The place is a bit remote. An hour to Jaco and 40 miles to the nearest descent grocery store. There was a great restaurant at the end of the road. Alex also cooked us a meal at his house. All in all, a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday getaway

Our family just spent 2 weeks over Christmas and New Years at Bajamar rental. It was clean, beds super comfy and just a fun place to be at. Rolando was easy to work with and responded quickly to our questions. Caretaker and our cook Alex was “over the moon” fantastic as well as our driver Marco. The experience would not have been the same without them. It is remote but it’s exactly what we wanted!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alex is Amazing

This house was a good place to stay mainly because of the caretaker Alex. The property itself is well maintained but it’s older. Nothing fancy but was a good place for our family. What puts this property over the top is Alex. He is a talented chef and great at recommending and scheduling all your transportation and activities. He is the ultimate travel agent. Marcos the driver is also awesome! My only real complaint is that is off the beaten path. If you stay here schedule all activities through Alex because he knows the best places that are close and have the best experience for your money
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jef s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super great place to stay, right on the beach. Alex is the best!!!

The property was just like the listing. Very clean. Everything you needed for a great time, especially the ground floor open kitchen and leaving area. Communications with the owner prior to our stay was very quick. I'd give his property manager, Alex, 50 stars if I could. Alex was outstanding. Alex went fishing with us, he brought over a wonderful fish dinner one night and has a restaurant a few houses down that serves authentic Tica food. Only negative which owner can't do anything about is the roads going in are pretty rough. But my experience with Costa Rica (this was our 4th trip) indicates this isn't uncommon.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The property was very close to as advertised but the description needs to be updated to be fully accurate. Yes, we were beachfront but tide chance of getting in the water. Very rough tide and beach littered with debris which we found to be very sad. Also, there was no hot water for the first two days which was surprising to us all. We ended up renting another house until it was fixed. Alex did cook us a couple great meals and that was a highlight. He was always popping in and out of the house. For some, you may not be used to this in a VRBO especially if you’re wanting more privacy in your stay. I say, just advertise this and maybe ask the renters how they want this to work. Overall, a solid place to stay “Off the Grid!” Met some great locals at a nearby bar which led to some memorable nights!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maddy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Vacation

This house was perfect, we had 2 families (11 people with kids aged 3-19) and everyone had a great time. We were a laid-back crew looking for a place to relax and get an authentic experience and this fit the bill. Communication was great with Rolando from booking all the way up to our trip. Alex, the house manager was awesome and cooked us dinner on my husband’s birthday. Marco picked us up from the airport and drove us to all of our excursions and was an excellent guide! He is very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of Costa Rica and is committed to making sure you get and see everything you’re hoping for. We cooked most of our meals at the house and enjoyed walking on the beautiful black sand beach (which we basically had to ourselves Monday-Friday), swimming in the pool, watching the crabs on the northern rocks, and stopping for a drink at Donde Vin on the way home. This house is somewhat rural so it’s a jaunt to the grocery store, but we were prepared for that and didn’t mind. Loved this place! Pura Vida!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great remote location

The house was as advertised, REMOTE. 4 bedrooms (1 w/ private bath) and 1 commonal bath) in main house along with kitchen and living room. 2 guests houses (each w/ 2 beds and private bath). 2 additional half bathrooms in outdoor kitchen area. Alex was very attentive, kind and funny. He tended the house and cooked for all of us. Great to have considering how remote the house is. Marco the driver, drove us to excursions (helped w/ planning and booking). He also served as a tour guide for those that didn’t attend adventurous excursions. I highly recommend hitting up Walmart before heading to the house from the airport. More local markets are limited on variety of products. We were a party of 11 and had plenty of space in the house. Be sure to have bug spray, they are pretty aggressive especially around dusk. I highly recommend this property if you want to get away and relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

scherrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Vacation

I am not sure where to begin. The house is in a quiet and remote, but beautiful location with a private beach as advertised. The roads were a little rough getting to this house, but we have heard this is common in Costa Rica. (this was our first trip to Costa Rica) Although the current is to strong for swimming, we were able to take longs walks each morning and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery. Our group of 14 people were very comfortable in this house, there was plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Additionally, Alex and Marco are amazing people, they both quickly won the hearts of everyone in our group! Alex ensured our stay was perfect. He helped us make arrangements for an ATV mountain ride and for a wonderful trip to to Tortuga Island. Alex also cooked several incredible meals for our group. He was always looking out for us to ensure our stay was perfect. Marco transported us to and from the airport and all of our tours. He went above and beyond with our group! He was always ready with a cooler of beer and water. Marco even gave us a personal tour to see the monkeys, sloths, and the crocodiles. When part of our group talked about finding a gift to bring home, he stopped by one of the best gift shops around. He could talk in length about any question we had for him regarding Costa Rica life and its environment. We always felt safe and secure when traveling with Marco. We had an amazing vacation full of rest and adventure. We hope to be able to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pura Vida on the beach!

What a great find! This is a great beach house for a larger group. We had 11 and still had plenty of room. The house is in a quiet area. If you are looking for a crazy beach party experience, this isn't the beach for you. This beach is quiet and not populated. The surf in front of the house is a bit much for younger kids, it got pretty intense at times, but if you walk a short distance to the north, the waves are much calmer and the water is easier to swim in. Also take a walk to the south end of the beach and check out the "caves". You need to go at low tide. When you aren't on the beach, the pool is heated, which is amazing! We spent lots of hours just relaxing. Rolando was great to work with and quickly responded to any email communications that were sent. Alex is the caretaker and lives a few houses down. He also runs a small restaurant. Make arrangements to have Alex cook dinner for you at the house! It was a great experience and so nice to have some local flavor. He specializes in seafood and we had him cook up our fresh catch from a day of fishing. Also stop by his restaurant and have a cold cerveza. Alex was great in helping with transportation and excursions. We did not rent a car and we didn't feel like we needed one the whole week. Make sure that you stop and buy groceries on the way to the house. Rolando also recommended Jose for airport transportation and excursions. Jose helped arrange our pre-departure covid tests in Jaco and got us to San Jose with a great meal on the way. If you need a place to decompress, this house if the place for you. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional service, great property.

*Wonderful property! Please bring drinking water if you prefer it and food with you, especially fruits and vegetables. There are no shops less than ~40min for more than VERY basic essentials.* We had a wonderful time. The owner was very responsive and also put us in contact with the property manager, Alex, who provided us with exceptional customer service. The bedrooms were all good size, the beds comfortable and clean, the air conditioning worked well, wardrobes for personal items. There were enough towels to have separate bath and pool towels for each person. Bathrooms were clean, and it was great to have two half bathrooms downstairs by the pool. Other than sleeping, we spent all our time in the outdoor living space by the pool. The kitchen is very well stocked, the appliances work great, there is a huge deep freezer stocked with ice. The couches and tables were all clean and comfortable. The shaded space during the day and when it rained was amazing. There are lots of ceiling fans to help create a nice breeze when there isn't one. The pool is large, clean and the perfect temperature. The kids loved it and spent most of their time swimming. The outdoor shower coming in from the beach has 3 heads. We had 11 people and there was more than enough room to lounge around comfortably. The beach itself is black sand. There are some beautiful cliffs and caves you can walk to down the beach. The water/undertow was too rough for swimming, but beautiful to look across and watch the sunset. The house manager, Alex, was wonderful. When our car broke down on the way, he was quick to find transportation for us. He and his wife are excellent cooks, and are available per request to cook at the house or you can walk a few properties down on the beach to their outdoor restaurant. BEST ceviche we've ever had. They also delivered to the house a meal we ordered from their restaurant. Excellent food! Activities: Alex was also helpful in setting up horseback riding on the beach, an amazing experience. The horses were brought right to the beach gate of the house, and the ride was beautiful. He also arranged a deep sea fishing charter, which was a little over an hour away by taxi. If you're looking for a quiet, out of the way place with comfortable accommodations, an attentive host and a beautiful pool - all beach front, this place is great!! Again - TAKE FOOD. Not many places to eat out and no local supermarkets. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Michelle B.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Not as expected, dirty and run down.

We have been to Costa Rica twice before, so are familiar with rural areas and know what to expect. This house is not what we expected at all. The good: the home owner is very responsive, easy to work with, and willing to help in any way. The house accommodated our entire group of 9. The pool was refreshing. It was a quiet neighborhood on the weekdays. The driver, Marco, was great. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Alex, the caretaker, was nice, but not very attentive. After our stay the homeowner refunded us a portion of the rental due to its condition. The bad: the house has deteriorated thru the years from what is shown the pictures. It does not match what is shown. Outside pool furniture is not all there. The big circular pool couches are no longer there. The patio furniture is completely different and very worn down. Some furniture is broken. The kitchen supplies downstairs just sit out on the counter, and the knives barely cut butter. The downstairs fridge could barely keep up with the outside temp. We fought condensation the whole time, and had food spoil. Refrigerator leaked water all over the floor, making it very slippery and dangerous. The upstairs kitchen has absolutely nothing in it. No supply’s at all. Making it useless. The refrigerator upstairs was dirty and rusty. Most appliances were. There are no beach towels. The bath towels are stained, and there are no washcloths. Sheets had stains as well. There was no way to lock the house or the guest rooms while we were away. And one guest room door wouldn’t latch correctly. We had to put a table in front of it to keep it closed at night. There was black mold in one guest room shower. The upstairs house had cockroaches in it. Showers were a challenge due to lack of water pressure and wavering temperatures. We lost power a few times, and the generator was broken. No emergency lights of any kind. The house sits between 2 local camping co-ops. So, it gets loud on the weekends. It is very rural (which I knew) but didn’t expect to drive down so many dirt roads. We drove ourselves, and finding it was a challenge as it didn’t match the entrance pictures I was provided. Bring your groceries. Closest store is 40 minutes away. We had arranged for some basics to be provided, and they weren’t. So, after traveling for 20 hours, we had to go get food and water ourselves. No check in or out instructions were provided. Until the house is thoroughly cleaned, and updated, I wouldn’t recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great outdoor area for group!

Beautiful property, caves on beach amazing too
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022