Title: BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6047931&destination=Bah%C3%ADa+Ballena%2C+Puntarenas+Province%2C+Costa+Rica&selected=19095354&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT ## Photo gallery for BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels - BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT (Dominical)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095400/19095354/2b4c66f3_edited_e80d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board - BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT (Dominical)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095400/19095354/88824f17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT (Dominical)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095400/19095354/8f765071.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT (Dominical)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095400/19095354/8507203a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT (Dominical)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19095400/19095354/4c49ac79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Dominical, your Costa Rican Beachfront Cottage offers a serene escape. Unwind in the private, fenced yard with an outdoor soaking tub for two or explore nearby surfing and snorkeling spots just 20 steps from the ocean. With amenities like boogie boards and beach chairs, you can enjoy activities on-site or venture to town for lively music and world-class surfing. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT Why Guests Love This Casita True direct beachfront — no roads, no crossings, no crowds-20 STEPS Ocean views from both sleeping areas Hot soaking tub under the stars Walkable to town, yet peacefully removed Ideal for couples, small families, or two couples Privacy & Comfort Highlights SLEEPS 4 in two Queen beds A/C in both sleeping areas Two full bathrooms (one with beachfront shower) Screened great room — ocean breeze without insects Ceiling fans throughout Quality linens & full towel sets including beach towels Beach Chairs, Umbrellas, and boogie boards Gas Grill Washer/dryer on-site (posted hours) Perfect For… Romantic beachfront escapes Surf trips (beginner to advanced breaks nearby) Digital detox getaways Long-stay snowbirds Small wellness retreats Nature lovers & wildlife enthusiasts Activities Within Minutes World-class surf breaks in Dominical Nauyaca Waterfalls (guided horseback or hike) ATV jungle tours Zipline canopy adventures Whitewater rafting on the Savegre River Whale watching (seasonal) Sunset beach walks right from your yard What Makes This Different You are literally 20 steps from sand — VERIFIED No condo towers, no high-rise density Boutique feel — not a hotel complex Managed personally by owner Professional housekeeping standards Thoughtful amenities (blender, grill, boogie boards, and beach gear included) A Note on Nature Expect scarlet macaws overhead Occasional white face monkeys in nearby trees Occasional Sloth visit Spectacular sunsets most evenings Seasonal whale sightings offshore Location Advantage 15-minute beach walk to Dominical town 15 + Restaurants Pharmacy Full-Service Supermarket Farmers Market 3-minute drive if preferred Easy access to Uvita & Marino Ballena National Park Located in Costa Rica’s coveted Southern Pacific Zone We look forward to meeting you soon! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 9 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,200 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711900/9711849/d582b275.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Cusinga Lodge Bahía Ballena - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 54 reviews £138 includes taxes & fees 8 May - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Turn off the lights and lock the doors Thank you so much for choosing Bali Hai We typically do not have any formal checkout. Just please lock the doors and leave keys to the Casita on the kitchen counter and drive safely! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number 561349828 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 20 Steps Sand House Dominical 20 Steps Sand Dominical Ocean Front Just 20 Steps Sand House Dominical Ocean Front Just 20 Steps Sand House Ocean Front Just 20 Steps Sand Dominical Ocean Front Just 20 Steps to the Sand Ballena 20 Steps to the Sand Private vacation home Ocean Front Just 20 Steps to the Sand Ocean Front Just 20 Steps to the Sand Dominical 20 Steps to the Sand Ocean Front Just 20 Steps to the Sand Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Bahía Ballena, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Marino Ballena National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Travelling with kids? Consider Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Parque Reptilandia. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena.dx6047931) [View more Cottages in Bahía Ballena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Cottages.d6047931-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.24616%2C-83.85497&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xhoqlmH85mgDQYxOC9XGiC8iy1E=) Dominical, Provincia de Puntarenas ### What's nearby - ![Uvita Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/34184579-09a3-45cd-b0a5-4f0cf6f02fe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Uvita Beach 21 min drive \- 14.5 miles - ![Beautiful aerial view of Manuel Antonio National Park and its magnificent beach in Quepos Costa Rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611594/581e1741-979f-42ec-9f60-9975df197ca3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge 50 min drive \- 35.2 miles - Hacienda Baru 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Playa Dominical 8 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Nauyaca Waterfalls 15 min drive \- 7.3 miles ### Getting around - Quepos (XQP) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - Moromo 2 min drive - Fuego Brew Company 2 min drive - The Bakery 5 min walk - Restaurante La Parcela 4 min drive - Tortilla Flats 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ON THE BEACH! Soaking Tub/Music/Wi-Fi & A/C-Sleeps 4-in 2 Queen beds pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at ON THE BEACH! Soaking Tub/Music/Wi-Fi & A/C-Sleeps 4-in 2 Queen beds? ### What time is check-in at ON THE BEACH! Soaking Tub/Music/Wi-Fi & A/C-Sleeps 4-in 2 Queen beds? ### What time is check-out at ON THE BEACH! Soaking Tub/Music/Wi-Fi & A/C-Sleeps 4-in 2 Queen beds? ### Where is ON THE BEACH! Soaking Tub/Music/Wi-Fi & A/C-Sleeps 4-in 2 Queen beds located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## BEACHFRONT......BEACHFRONT.......BEACHFRONT Reviews ## Reviews ### 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 105 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benji 18 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing location and host Our stay here was great so glad we found this place. The location was amazing and the host was great! ##### Benji Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Philip B. 31 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Beachfront Just steps from an amazing beach. Perfect for viewing sunsets. Very comfortable with a huge screened living area. Robert was excellent as a host and communicator. ##### Philip B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### logan E. 21 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise on the Beach! This property has an amazing location on a private beach with little traffic. The host is great and can recommend different things to do in the area. Good location between Dominical and Uvita. ##### logan E. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The beach is on your doorstep Just what we were looking for. The only property on dominicalito beach as far as i can tell. Great for relaxibg and swimming. Host was helpful, what is not to like? ##### Robert S. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim K. 22 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pura Vida in Paradise This property is simply amazing. It doesn’t get any closer to paradise than walking a few steps to your own private beach then falling asleep to the crashing waves each night. Robert was a truly exceptional host, always responsive and helpful in every way. We can’t wait to plan our next trip to Costa Rica! ##### Kim K. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tasha H. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for our anniversary trip! Robert and Whit were incredibly kind hosts and offered great suggestions to make our stay most enjoyable. The restaurants they recommended did not disappoint! We really loved walking to town for meals via the beach when tide was low - a nostalgic feeling we’ll never forget. There are too many highlights to list, but the wildlife and scenery top our memories. However, the very best part of our stay is the most incredible beach, right out the back door (we learned this is quite uncommon for the area)! It’s stunning and we saw only a few people each day - it felt like our own private beach in paradise! ##### Tasha H. Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim L. 23 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome The property is truly amazing you can not ask for a better location secluded great beach the host are truly the best if your looking for a costa rica experience go here ##### Tim L. Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isaac W. 16 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Romantic surf trip getaway Amazing beach front accommodations. Everything you need there without going out or driving far. Planning my way back as soon as possible! Thanks Whitney 😊 ##### Isaac W. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill D. 1 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Beach As advertised. Laid back, easy access to food and Dominical. Totally responsive hosts. Any questions were immediately answered. Open your door and you're on the beach. Sit in the screen room and its right in front of you. ##### Bill D. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel W. 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Get Away! Just as expected! Easy walk to Dominical! Right on the beach! Bedding and beds very comfortable! Everything worked as required. Very enjoyable stay! Thank you!! ##### Daniel W. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick L. 24 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breath taking views Our stay was outstanding, couldn't get a better location with the ocean in your backyard. The host, Robert was super friendly and helpful, responded instantly to any questions or issues we had. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to get away from the busyness of life. The people in the area were also so friendly and everyone took the time to talk to you and shared useful information and history about Dominicalito. ##### Rick L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catharine R. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Love the beach? Stay here! Great location in an ideal spot for surfing, boogy boarding and long walks on a very flat beach at low tide. Robert is very responsive and helpful. We really appreciated not having to deal with the wet towels, sheets and garbage on our last day. I’ve stayed at some places that required us to basically do most of the cleanup before leaving and still pay a hefty cleaning fee. Staying here was a wonderful Christmas holiday. ##### Catharine R. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy W. 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay Steps from the beach, we fell asleep to the waves crashing and woke to them as well. The kids couldn’t get enough of the warm water and surf. The beach was beautiful as well with large rocks and cliffs due south, and Dominical beach proper was just north. The accommodations were as expected. 2 queen beds and very comfy. AC worked great. Only downside is exiting the driveway is pretty blind so you really need to be ready for passing traffic. But the house and stay were great. Landlord was super nice as well. We would use again! ##### Jeremy W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tootoo T. 16 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply Amazing Clean, well set up, A+ location! Family of 5 with kids age 7/10/13 all loved this place. Also think the host Rob is extraordinarily nice/helpful. I mean, there are good hosts, then there is Rob at next level! Now that we have been to Playa Dominical area and know where things are and how the beaches are like, I would not stay anywhere else if visiting again. Simply put, if this place is available definitely grab it ASAP. Consider yourself super lucky. ##### Tootoo T. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lea 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication We were looking for a quiet beachside getaway and this place delivered! There are no neighbors within view and we saw maybe 10 people on the beach over three days. When the tide is low you can walk the beach to Dominical for groceries or to dine out. We mainly cooked and made good use of the gas grill. The kitchen, bath, and outdoor patio were well stocked. I didn’t realize one of the beds is in the main kitchen area, but we didn’t mind the set up. There were plenty of beach amenities provided and the soaking tub is quite nice to sit in. We did a load of laundry before we hit the road which really helped us keep our bags light. The host lives in adjoining home, but you’d hardly know it and he was very helpful before, during, and after our stay. ##### Lea Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### amber c. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can’t wait to come back! Had a great time at the Bali Hai house! The pictures really don’t do it justice. If you’re looking for a 5 star hotel, this won’t be your best option. If you want a raw, true Costa Rica beach experience, this is it. Directly on the beach, no other properties around, minimal people, restaurants are fantastic, the scenery is gorgeous. AC worked great, house was stocked with whatever you need, loved the covered screened in porch. Was still able to enjoy being outside if it rained. Robert was a great host!!! Really great detail in the welcome book. Definitely try out his recommendations. We went to the Pavon waterfall and had the Monkeys visit during dinner at La Parcela. Other favorite restaurants were Fuego Brewery, the sushi place, and Cafe Mono Congo. Dominical is a hidden gem and you will not find many properties with this set up in Costa Rica. If you have the opportunity to book, DO IT. Can’t wait to come back! ##### amber c. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### valou t. 28 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location location location When you see “house on the beach” on a listing, it generally means you can see the beach and have to walk there etc. this house is ON the beach. There is sand around the house! The beach is heavenly, very few people on the beach, total natural beauty, very clean beach and a very warm ocean! Lots of waves though so hard to swim. Robert, our host, was the KINDEST. He helped us with everything we needed! The amazing thing is that you feel like you are hundreds of miles from civilization when in fact, the driveway gets you on the main highway! 10 min drive from the grocery store! Mind blowing! Noteworthy: the house is a split house between the rental and the owners’. It’s not really an issue but we weren’t expecting it…you can hear the occasional barking of their dog right behind the door of the bedroom. Also the second bed is in the main area, in the kitchen. So no privacy here if you travel as two couples! For us, it was perfect. We will be back! ##### valou t. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yolanda M. 20 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Can’t wait to return! Coming from an East Coaster who’s never seen the Pacific Ocean before, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. This property is located on a semi-private beach. We saw maybe 3-4 people at most each day. Our visit was purely for the experience, and our hosts had great tips on how to find hidden gems in the area, away from tourists. We were close to a hidden away waterfall. If it weren’t for our host telling us about it, we would have never known it was there. They told us to take some bananas to a place nearby and that monkeys would frequent at 5pm each day. The monkeys came and I fed them. We went to a rainforest not far from this town and hiked, we walked over hanging bridges, saw beautiful waterfalls, and soaked in a waterhole by the falls at the end. We were the only ones there. This property is so close to a little town called Dominical where we fine dined a couple nights and did local places the rest of the time. Ate amazing fruit and drank from coconuts. I honestly don’t think our trip would have been as enjoyable as it was had it not been for this property and it’s amazing location, and our hosts. ##### Yolanda M. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Loran P. 20 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wish I would’ve see this place sooner! It was incredible. Thank you so much. You have a wonderful home. ##### Loran P. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney W. 7 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy What a magical place! The beach is just steps away, the host is so kind and accommodating and the amenities are ample. Rooms are cool, beds are comfortable and the screened in porch is perfect for enjoying the surrounding beach jungle sounds in comfort! Robert was available to provide directions, suggestions and make sure all was in order. We loved walking to dinner! The outdoor showers were great! Location is central for exploring, thank you such much for a memorable family Costa Rica vacation! So peaceful! ##### Courtney W. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### David K. 27 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Beautiful property right on the beach. Owners were extremely helpful with cool places to go. ##### David K. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin N. 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winter vacation We had a wonderful time at this very special beachfront property. ##### Karin N. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim H. 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place. The beds were comfortable, but i would have slept on a pile of bricks for this amazing view. Hope to return. ##### Jim H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John H. 11 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One of the best trips ever It was simply a wonderful time The hosts were charming welcoming helpful and compassionate We did not want to leave ##### John H. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### K.R. B. 27 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### As close as you can get to the beach. Deep jungle feeling with powerful ocean and beautiful cove beach for walking. ##### K.R. B. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ---