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3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!

Vacation home near Santa Teresa Beach in Cóbano

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Terrace/patio
Beach
A house with a stone wall, a gravel driveway, and tropical plants.
TV
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 393 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Santa Teresa, Puntarenas
  • Place, Hermosa Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cocal Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Grande Hermosa Tidepool
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tambor (TMU)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Santa Teresa

Seaside stay .You'll find Hermosa Beach and Cocal Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Cóbano vacation home. Santa Teresa Beach and Grande Hermosa Tidepool are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hermosa Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cocal Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Grande Hermosa Tidepool - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 14 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Montezuma Beach - 49 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Tomate - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Namoré - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ani’s Bowls and Salads - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gula - ‬8 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.

3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!

Located at Playa Hermosa (beautiful beach) which is the north end of Santa Teresa. Beautiful custom built, in 2009, 1 bedroom, bath, full kitchen. Artisan created windows & bamboo ceilings! Located just 750 ft to most amazing beach & surf around, only a 3 minute walk. Incredible living along with Surfing, Yoga & First Class dining in this cool spot at the north end of Santa Teresa-Malpais. We hope you enjoy our Special Spot! We also have Full Moon #674745 (2 bed, 2 ba) on the property for a larger group or rent both.
Spacious, open with all its windows, & very well equipped, Half Moon is a 3 minute walk(750 feet) to the beach, which is located at the north end of Santa Teresa, on the Playa Hermosa Beach access. It was custom built in 2009 with lots of bamboo & custom cabinets & doors, as one of our get-aways - now (January 2017) we find we are not there as often as we would like, so we will share our spots with you! Half Moon is perfect for 3 adults or 2 adults and a young child. The roomy, air-conditioned bedroom with a queen bed, has its own garden bathroom. Comfortably furnished, totally air-conditioned, the kitchen is fully equipped - refrigerator, range/oven, etc., and a safe for your valuables. Beautiful split bamboo lines every ceiling in the home. No alarms necessary! Outside are 2 patios to watch parrots, hummingbirds, iguanas, etc. No alarms necessary! The howler monkeys visit, sometimes twice a day! They troop along the treetops and graze on leaves and flowers of the trees on the property. The beautiful beach is about 700 feet away and only a 3 minute walk with no hills to climb and no roads to cross. You can call in for chef services, indulge in a massage at Spa Bambu, yoga or Pilates instructions at Pranamar or Flor Blanca, arrange surf lessons, go horseback riding at a nearby Eco farm, take a drive and discover why we built in this beautiful area of Costa Rica! We are around a 5-10 minute drive south, into the town of Santa Teresa. Malpais is another 5 minutes further south from Santa Teresa. We are 5 minutes to Manzanillo, which is to our north. Our area was featured in the New York Times Style Magazine - Travel in May 2016.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

3 min Walk Exquisite Hermosa Beach No Roads Cross or Hills Hike

Frequently asked questions

How close is 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! to the airport?

This vacation home is 10.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the Cóbano Airport (ACO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 11-minute walk from Hermosa Beach and 15-minute walk from Cocal Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! to downtown Cóbano?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Playa Hermosa Cóbano.

3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Svetlin T.

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

An Amazing Stay!

The short walk to the beach was the highlight of our fantastic vacation. There were two very easy ways to grab delicious coffee and breakfast or lunch: across the street at Couleur Cafe or on the way to the beach at Manta Ray. The host was responsive and the property immaculate. An amazing stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

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

Great location in Playa Hermosa

We had a great time staying in Denise’s place. Great area..short walk to the beach. Great restaurant right across the street. House had everything we needed. For those wanting a quieter place to stay outside of Santa Teresa this is a great option.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Magical Month!

Half moon was the perfect spot for our stay in Costa Rica. A comfortable home with support from Casey and Kristi. We’ll be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great spot

Everything was great and as described. This was my second time staying at the property. I would easily go back. Very helpful host and managers. Great location, removed from the hustle and bustle of the town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nita K.

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

Relaxing and easy walk to the beach

This is a beautiful home in an excellent location. Comfortable beds, ceiling fans, A/C and a private porch. It’s an easy few minute walk to the beach. We rented surfboards across the street for a reasonable price. The surf break is great. We enjoyed a meal at the cafe across the street, and there’s a mini market a couple blocks away. We highly recommend this vacation home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon R.

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

Road to Unit

The only bad thing about the stay was the road getting to the unit
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Wonderful Spot in Hermosa

Everything was amazing and wonderful. The house was very clean and had everything we would need. Denise was amazing and very helpful. It's a lovely spot very close to the beach with a wonderful cafe across the street - Cafe Coleur. I would highly recommend this rental and I hope to return again. Well done Denise. You and your caretaking clean were amazing! Thanks, Mike
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole N.

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

Unforgettable first trip to Costa Rica

House was amazing and the property was surrounded by trees and wildlife. Absolutely stunning! A quick walk down to gorgeous Hermosa beach. A delightful cafe across the road and a cute little shop. A quick drive down the road brings you to the village of Santa Theresa for all of your dining and shopping desires! Wonderful people and Kristi and Casey were invaluable to our trip! Would not have been the same without them. Cannot wait to come back!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us Denise!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chane R.

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

Peaceful, Convenient Beach House

This property is incredible. The location in Hermosa beach is super convenient. Just a few minutes walk to the beach, a surf shop and cafe across the street, grocery a few minutes away and a quick atv/car ride into Santa Teresa. The house is tucked into an incredible amount of nature, well stocked, and the design is very cool. So many windows letting you take in all the surrounding beauty. I had booked Half Moon, but due to a leak in the roof, the owner moved me into the main building on the property Full Moon, which was great and generous. The property managers that live locally were super friendly, helpful, and responsive. This is the perfect rental for anyone who wants a peaceful Costa Rican retreat and a great base of operations for a surf trip.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

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

Perfect Getaway

I have visited Playa Hermosa for many years. It is a magical place. Denise's property is in the heart of the location. Her property is an ode to this. You will be surrounded by the rich and varied flora and fauna. A calm and beautiful retreat. It is tranquil, clean and well-maintained.The magnificent beach is only a 5 minute walk directly down the road.The nighttime is so beautifully quiet, except for the nightbirds, their song a lovely sound.Across from the property is an excellent cafe with a extensive menu of fresh foods.A shout out to Kristi and Casey, who mange the day to day of Halfmoon and Fullmoon. They are responsive, super friendly and very experienced.We loved our two week stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Perfect House for beach lovers and surfers

Definitely a perfect house for beach lovers and surfers. Half Moon has one bedroom, which was perfect for the two of us (although there's an additional bed if needed) and Full Moon (on the property but separate) is a two bedroom house should you need more room. Playa Hermosa is adjacent to Santa Teresa, and we didn't experience the busyness of Santa Teresa but you are close enough to enjoy the numerous fantastic restaurants, beaches, yoga, and other entertainment. PROS: great offsite but accessible owner, terrific local support team (Kristi and Casey), wonderful cleaning service, washer/dryer, phone, surfboard rental across street, local good eateries (Cafe Couleur, Sito, TP8), fantastic sunsets from beach, use of hammocks (to tie to palm trees on beach) and beach chairs, WiFi and cable TV CONS: no cell phone service (that's WiFi allows WhatsAp and/or SKYPE ), irregular dog barking/howling at night
Stayed 26 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate C.

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

The Perfect Stay - A VRBO beyond perfection!

Our stay at this enchanting Vrbo was an absolute dream come true! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the incredible location – just a breezy 3-minute stroll to the beach and the main surf spot, across the street from the surf shop to rent boards, and conveniently located next to two cafes that served delicious food. Also at the edge of town for a quiet and peaceful retreat. The building and amenities were nothing short of perfection, seamlessly blending comfort with the essence of a tropical excursion. The outdoor shower was a standout, offering a sublime experience under the tropical sky – a true highlight of our stay! Additionally, there was impeccable communication from our hosts. They left no questions unanswered, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. The WiFi was also excellent, allowing us to stay connected with ease. We do not plan on staying anywhere else when we return. It was truly paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Perfect Hermosa house

We loved our stay here. The house is close to the beach, and easy for surfing with a board rental shop across the street. The property manager was responsive and helpful throughout our three week stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason g.

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

Paradise

It was an amazing place and very private. Denise was very helpful as well. Short distance to the most beautiful beach, great surf and away from the hustle in town. More than I expected and very comfortable. I look forward to coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Exactly what we wanted it to be!

Great place to stay! Exactly as described, wonderful location, sparkling clean, and lovely hosts. Thanks so much for a terrific holiday!
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

Wonderful time

We stayed at half moon and full moon for 10+ days. The location was great- away from the noise and dust, but a short walk from beautiful Hermosa beach. The properties were great with all full and upgraded amenities. The help and hospitality shown by Kristi, Denise and Casey were great. I could stay here for weeks! Thanks all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

monica b.

Great place - great location !

my two sons and I spent 8 nights at Half Moon - enjoyed every minute! great space for 2-3 people - loved the outdoor shower:) excellent location just a few minutes walk to the beach and surf shop right across the street - very quiet/peaceful I highly recommend Half Moon :)
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017