Title: Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! ![Pool - Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! (Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102230000/102222800/102222787/3712341c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! 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(Playa Grande)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102230000/102222800/102222787/52c2ea91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the golden sands of Playa Grande, Casa Colibri is your tropical haven. This beachfront retreat boasts a private pool with killer sea views, an ocean view fully equipped kitchen, and comfy hammocks to cradle you after a day of adventures. Enjoy stress-free vacationing with daily cleaning and laundry services plus Cristina's concierge expertise to organize your entire trip. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! Exclusive Concierge Rewards\* | 5 DAYS ONLY! | Unlock luxury with every spend! | Mention code: 'MEMORIALDAY' Gold Ticket | Spend $11K+ | Get $1,000 in Concierge services Silver Ticket | Spend $6K+ | Get $500 in Concierge services Bronze Ticket | Spend $4K+ | Get $250 in Concierge services Transform your credits into unforgettable experiences like having a private chef, tours, a golf cart, transfers, and more. Unlock luxury with every spend — Book between May 24th and May 28th and enter the code MEMORIALDAY, and write it in the comments to get your ticket if you're eligible. \*Limited rewards available. Guests who do not mention the code in the 'comments' section during booking will not receive the promotional offer. Not combinable with other discounts or promos, and the tickets are not combinable. \_\_ • We are currently offering a 10% discount\*, feel free to inquire if it applies to your dates. • Book now and include the word 'sailboat' in your reservation to win a private sailboat adventure for up to 5 people\*. Don't miss out! \_\_\_\_\_ Hey there, beach lovers! Ready to swap your everyday hustle for the soothing sounds of waves crashing on the shore? Nestled right on the golden sands, Casa Colibri is your home away from home. We've got this awesome private pool with killer sea views, especially during sunset. Imagine just chilling with your drink, soaking it all in. It's like having your own VIP resort experience. And here's the cool part – we've stocked this place with everything you need for a stress-free vacation. From the ocean view fully equipped kitchen to the comfy beds, hammocks...that cradle you after a day of adventures, we've got you covered. Whether you're a thrill-seeker looking to catch some waves or simply craving a lazy day under the palm trees, Playa Grande has it all. And guess what? You're just steps away from it! Surf, sand, and sun – it's all right at your fingertips. Playa Grande, one of the best surfing beaches in Costa Rica and home to one of the largest turtles in the world, you will find the Leatherback from November to February, The National Park is just a few minutes walk from the house. A real part of Costa Rica's paradise, just a click away, come and enjoy! ELITE SERVICE - LUXURIOUS COSTA RICA VACATION RENTALS LIKE NO OTHER Experience the luxury of a worry-free residential experience with our Elite Service. From Monday to Saturday\*\* say goodbye to cooking breakfast, cleaning, and doing the laundry. Wake up in the morning to the smell of a delicious traditional Costa Rican breakfast prepared by our dedicated housekeeper at Casa Colibri. Throughout the day, delight in freshly prepared snacks and delicious cocktails. Embark on a true vacation experience where all you need to do is select a menu and bring your groceries. Vacations are not real vacations unless you're relaxing in luxury! 5-STAR CONCIERGE SERVICE Casa Colibri is included in our exclusive 5-star Concierge Program, where your concierge Cristina will host and guide you through the check-in process and and resolve any needs you have before your trip. You can contact her to start coordinating your personalized service as soon as you pay the final payment. She can help you with any wish or desire, from stocking your fridge with groceries to transportation set up and waiting for you at the airport. She can provide you with top tours, private chefs, flights, spa services, and more for your vacation experience. Cristina is here to ensure your needs are met and your expectations exceeded on your trip to Costa Rica. Allow us to serve you and ensure an unforgettable vacation in paradise! INTERNET We offer 250 Mbps of internet access throughout your home so if you need to work or navigate the internet, we have you covered. The house also has a backup battery for the modem & router, so you are always online uninterrupted. If you wish to request a portable wireless router, we can gladly have these available for you with an additional rental fee to keep you more connected. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (SLEEPS 12) Main House: Bedroom 1: One King Bed, En-suite Bathroom, AC, Closet Bedroom 2: Two Queen Beds, En-suite Bathroom, AC, Closet Bedroom 3: Two Queen Beds, Shared Bathroom, AC, Closet Studio (Not in the main house) Bedroom 4: One Queen Bed, En-suite Bathroom, Kitchenette, Smart TV, AC, Closet. SURROUNDING CASA COLIBRI Casa Colibri is located only a few steps to Playa Grande. From this delightfully secluded location, you will have access to all the services and activities of Tamarindo within a 30 minutes drive. You'll be glad to know that: The Daniel Oduber International Airport in Liberia is about 90 minutes away Tamarindo has a variety of grocery stores, boutique shops, pharmacies, bars, and restaurants that you'll love exploring. There is a grocery market and there are several restaurants in Playa Grande, about 10 minutes from the house At low tide, you can walk the beaches for hours starting just outside your back door. PLAYA GRANDE AREA Discover the incredible vibe of Playa Grande! Nestled amidst nature's beauty, this beach is the perfect spot for nature lovers and anyone seeking a paradise of peace. Unlike other beaches in the area, Playa Grande is famous for its laid-back atmosphere, making it the ultimate escape for relaxing, sun-soaking, and lengthy walks along the shore. Plus, within walking distance, you'll find a variety of charming restaurants to enhance your experience. But that's not all – if you're a surfer on the lookout for awesome waves and a deep connection with nature, Playa Grande is where it's at! With minimal development, Playa Grande guarantees an environment of serenity. Imagine sipping your morning coffee with only the sound of waves and nature around you – it's a truly peaceful experience. So, whether you're up for a leisurely walk or chasing the thrill of the perfect wave, Playa Grande is calling you to soak in the tranquility with each tide, immersing yourself in its purity. TOP TOURS There is an endless list of things to do for eco-adventure lovers. We can schedule any of the following activities for you: • In the ocean: Surf Lessons, Catamaran, Yacht Tour, Sportfishing, Scuba Diving & Turtle Watching • In the jungle: Mountain Bike Tours, ATV Tour, Ziplining, Jungle Boat Ride, Volcano Tour, White Water Rafting, Horseback Riding & E-bike Rentals HOLIDAYS Holidays are exciting, but before you book, please check your dates and only select one of the following when making your holiday reservation. Please contact a reservation agent before booking if your dates are different than the following to find a way to accommodate you. Our holiday dates for 2024 & 2025 are: EASTER WEEK AND THANKSGIVING • Thanksgiving (November 24 - December 1, 2024) • Easter Week (April 12 - April 20, 2025) CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS For any reservations arriving between December 18, 2024 to January 6th, 2025, we have a 10-night minimum requirement. Specific periods may be required. Please contact us before making an online booking during this period. MUSIC FESTIVALS Please contact us before making an online booking during music festivals dates. Restrictions may apply. HOLIDAY DATES ARE EXCLUDED FROM THE CANCELLATION POLICY BECAUSE ALL HOLIDAY DATES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. INSURANCE Travel is one of life's great joys... even the most carefully planned trip can be complicated by unforeseen events. Whether it's lost luggage, canceled flights, or a medical emergency, an unexpected mishap can turn your trip into a taxing experience. Our travel and rental protection services are designed to protect you. Our goal is to save you money, safeguard your journey, and make your stay memorable for all the right reasons. We encourage our clients to ensure their travel investment to achieve a peaceful and worry-free vacation. Please protect your investment and your peace of mind. TERMS • We highly recommend you visit and review our Terms and Conditions page to know all the details about your trip, payments, security deposits, cancellation policies, and more. Please note all reservations with stays during BPM or Ocaso Music Festivals, require a wire transfer of $2000 as a refundable security deposit. \_\_\_ \*Some restrictions may apply. Sailboat - For more than 5 people, a charge per person applies. \*\*From Monday to Saturday, excluding Costa Rican public holidays. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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 ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116550000/116545900/116545809/034f39a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury, free transfer & Cook, Cinema, Beach Club, Tamarindo - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=116545809&PinnedHotelID=116545809&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![An infinity pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32600000/32590900/32590826/b0e9b523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coco Flotante, Beachfront 4BR Villa w/ Pool & best ocean view Playa Junquillal - 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Home or Property Manager is not liable for amenity loss due to power outage or bugs from wildlife in Costa Rica. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 821427 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=10.340361,-85.85049&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:knc%7E%40pt%7EjO%40O%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%40O%40O%40O%40OBM%40QBMBOBOBMBOBODMDOBMDMDODOFKDODMFMFMFKFMFMFMFMHMFKHKHMHKHKHKHKHKJKHKJIHKJIJIJKJGJIJILIJILIJELIJGLGLGLGLGLELGLELENELELENCLENELCNCLCNCNALCNCNALANANANAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40N%40NBLBN%40NBLBNBLBNDLDNBLDLDNDLDLDLFLDLFLFLFLFJFLHJDLHJHLHJHJHJFJJJHJHHJJJHHJJHJHJHJHJHJHLHJFJHLFLFLFLFLFJFLFLDLDNFJDNDNDLBLDNDLBNBNBLBNBNBL%40PBL%40N%40N%40N%40N%40N%3FN%40N%3FN%3FN%40NAL%3FP%3FLAP%3FLAPALANANANCNANCNCLCNCNCLCNELENCNELELENGLELELGLGLGLGLGJGLGLILGJIJILIJIJIJILIHKJIHKJIJKHKHKJKFKJKFMJKFMHKFMFKFMHMDMFMFMDMFMDMDODMDMDOBMFOBMBOBMBOBOBM%40OBO%40M%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOAOAMAOAOCMAOCOCMCOCMCOCMGOCMEMEOEMEMEMGMEMGMGMEMIKGMGKGMIKGMKKGKKKGKKKIKIIKKIIKKKIIIMIKIKIKIMIKGKIMGMGMGKGMGMGMGMEMEMGMEOEMEMCOEOEMCOCMCOCOCMCOAOCOAOAOAOAMAQ%3FMAQ%3FM%3FQAM&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mvTj92O6jC0KGXJx40DTE6bveB0=) Playa Grande, Guanacaste #### What's nearby - Grande Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Las Baulas National Marine Park \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Ventanas Beach \- 6 min drive \- 1.8 miles #### Getting around - Tamarindo (TNO) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive - ‪Nari - ‬25 min drive - ‪Pico Bistro - ‬25 min drive - ‪Rural - ‬23 min drive - ‪Tamaonda - ‬25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep!? ### What time is check-in at Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep!? ### What time is check-out at Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep!? ### Where is Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! 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 97 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin S. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect beach getaway We loved our 8 day stay at Casa De Vre, directly on the incredible Playa Grande. The house was just what we needed for our family of 5, with all of the necessary amenities. Daily housekeeping was very much appreciated, as was overnight security and the great landscaping. We definitely would book again. ##### Kevin S. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott F. 14 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another amazing stay at an amazing property Our annual vacation at Casa De Vre is always are favorite part of the year. The location and the house are amazing. One of our favorite things about Casa De Vre are the amazing people that look after the property. Evelyn, Kenneth, Santos, etc are the nicest people on earth. Santos is a great addition. His work on the grounds does not go unnoticed. Its beautiful. We hope to see everyone for years to come! ##### Scott F. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jody p. 9 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Resort-Like Feel This was our first trip to Costa Rica. A similar house on Maui would likely be $2000+ a night. The house was beautiful, comfortable, full of lovely art and wood furniture. The staff were the nicest, most welcoming people. The home is about 20 minutes north of Tamarindo which we saw as a bonus. We would highly recommend this home. My only concern for future guests is that the house is currently up for sale. Will that change anything? I hope not. ##### jody p. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan E. 6 May 2018 #### Beautiful property and perfect location! We had a great time in Costa Rica. Casa de Vre was better than the pictures show. From the moment we arrived we opened the sliding glass doors to hear the ocean waves outside. This property is steps from the surf and we spent many hours on the beach or relaxing in the wooden rocking chairs under the covered porch. The kitchen is well stocked, the rooms are air conditioned and each one had a private bath. There is also an outdoor shower! The pool and patio were lovely! We had Zulma make delicious meals for us a few nights and there was no better place for a sunset dinner! The house staff, Evelyn, Kenneth and Randy were wonderful! Leeana was very helpful and we recommend Marianna and Marcos at youarecostarica to help with bike rentals, tours and surfing lessons! Thanks to all for making our visit to CR so fun! ##### Susan E. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad J. 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent, relaxing stay, steps from the beach We stayed at Casa Colibri for spring break 2025\. We were two families, four adults and 7 kids (ages 9 to 18). The house was fantastic.We didn't know a ton about Playa Grande before going... It is just north of Tamarindo, but takes about 30 minutes to get to Tamarindo because you need to drive around the river. This makes the Playa Grande beach much less populated. The little village is a wonderful beach town.Near the house there are a number of wonderful restaurants, with more connected with hotels. There was an excellent grocer store 5-6 minutes away, with a tiny pharmacy attached to it. The grocery store had nearly all the basics--including US cake mixes, ranch, ketchup, bacon, fruits, maple syrup, pancake mix, etc. Our kids drank tons of guarana soda. We did the grocery pre-stock service as we thought it would be hard to find groceries. While it was convenient, it wasn't necessary (except for the Dr. Pepper--which we couldn't find anywhere).Our house mom made breakfast for us every morning and did pico de gallo, guacamole, cut fresh fruit, and blended drinks for us daily. Note: There is a house dog that lives on the back patio. Very old dog that is sweet. Surf lessons and surf board lessons are very close and easy. We did use a private chef service for two dinners, Tamarindo Grill Master. It was absolutely fantastic. Showed up around 3 pm for appetizers around 5:15 pm and dinner at 6 pm. Overall, we absolutely loved it!We did the grocery ##### Brad J. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle N. 9 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another amazing stay at Casa de Vre! This was our second stay at Casa de Vre and we will be back again in the future. The house is the perfect location with an incredible pool. The staff is very friendly and the property is top notch. Thanks to Evelyn, Randy and Kenneth! Special thanks to Zulma for the home cooked meals and for teaching us how to make a Costa Rican dinner from scratch. Casa De Vre and Playa Grande is one of our favorite places in earth! ##### Michelle N. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jeannot p. 19 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular Simply spectacular on every aspect: property itself, location, beach, on site staff. ##### jeannot p. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pat B. 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional vacation Everything was spectacular from Cris our concierge who set us up with excursions and chef. Also, Maria our house mom, showed up everyday to make us breakfast and clean. You never knew she was there. The chef that we hired through Cris was Juan Carlos and his team, made 5 star dinners every night, Gustavo, our shuttle driver, ensured we got to the front of every line. The kids took surf lessons, and they all got up and rode the waves. From jumping in the waves right in front of the house, to relaxing 8n the pool, we couldn’t have asked for more. ##### Pat B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry P. 27 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best wvwr This the best house at the best location with by far the best staff! ##### Jerry P. Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another Incredible Stay This place is magical. The house is the perfect place to unwind, put your feet up, and truly feel like royalty. Hands down our favourite place to be. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawnee S. 20 Nov 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Costa Rican Beach Heaven Love this house! The convenience of the beach being steps away and the gorgeous infinity pool, makes for a great vacation. Stayed here twice and will be back again. Also, the new kitchen remodel is beautiful! ##### Shawnee S. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4th time Once again, we had an amazing time! The staff is wonderful, and the location can't be beat!!! ##### Karen B. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeffrey A. 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Week Everything at the house was perfect. The beach was amazing, the house was excellent, and the staff was beyond helpful. We are already trying to figure out when we can come back. ##### Jeffrey A. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah C. 9 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful! This property is even better than the pictures. Our stay at Casa de Vre was perfect. This is a hidden treasure and I debated about even leaving a review because there is a part of me that wants to keep it a secret. The staff is incredible and the location is magical. I can't say enough great things about our stay and I hope to come back many times! ##### Sarah C. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa L. 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing beach house We have stayed many places in Costa Rica and this was by far the best location to the beach! Sit on your front porch and watch kids surf and boogie board. Pool was a amazing too! House staff was great, Evelyn cleaned everyday. Including dishes and laundry! True vacay for moms! You could walk to several restaurants/ food carts. ##### Teresa L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce K. 27 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AWESOME!! This place is awesome! We love coming to Casa de vre. This is our 2nd time here. The people, location, and house are great. Leeana is very helpful and quickly responded to our request. Evelyn, Santos, Kenneth and Jorge are helpful, friendly and make your stay so pleasant. The house is up to date and well maintained and has everything you need. We will be back! ##### Bruce K. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krysty C. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Lovely Stayed for a week with our adult children and had a lovely time! Home was very clean and spacious and all of the staff were helpful and friendly! Every morning we enjoyed our view from the porch of the ocean waves while drinking our coffee, took long walks on the beach and floated in the pool during the day and then admired the gorgeous sunsets right in front of our VRBO every night! Great communication with the host ahead of time and during our stay to help arrange rides to/from airport and Tamarindo as well as excursions. (Would highly recomend Play Grande Travel/Shuttle.) We also frequented the local restaurants which were walkable from the VRBO. Made some wonderful family memories at Casa de Vre'! ##### Krysty C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike G. 21 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection Casa de Vre was exactly what we were looking for! Steps away from a quiet beach and gorgeous views in every direction. The house itself is beautiful inside and out. Very comfortable for our family of 4, but we could have easily added another family and still had plenty of space. We loved watching the waves as we drank coffee in the rocking chairs each morning, swimming in the pool and ocean, and walking up and down the beach. 5-10 minute walk to several great restaurants. 30 minute drive to Tamarindo, Flamingo, and Potrero. The staff was amazing! They were all so friendly and made us feel right at home. We hope to be back soon! ##### Mike G. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G., Park City, UT USA 24 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A True Pura Vida Experience We had a fabulous week at Casa de Vre enjoying beachfront living on a beautiful stretch of Playa Grande that offered endless waves for beginner to intermediate level surfing, long walks and runs on a wide and firm beach, incredible sunsets and stargazing. The location is close enough to walk to a few local restaurants and bars and surf shops for gear and lessons. A car gets you to grocery stores, Tamarindo and Flamingo with ease. The house is very comfortable with outdoor living during the day and plenty of room for evenings indoors. The kitchen is very well equipped. The pool area is fabulous. Bedrooms are all air conditioned and very comfortable. The staff at Casa de Vre was very friendly and helpful despite our lack of local language abilities. Thanks so much to our host, Leeana, for allowing us to enjoy this beautiful home. ##### David G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John E., Gilford,NH USA 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### fantastic accommodation absolutely the best house to rent location, service you name it we couldn't have been more impressed the place surpassed our expectations ##### John E. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren B. 27 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A paradise on Playa Grande! Had an amazing time staying here! Can't say enough wonderful things about the staff- they were so attentive and helpful! The beach is secluded and typically empty so it really feels like a private oasis in front of some incredible surfing. Pool was always clean and sooo warm. Rooms have great AC so it's very comfortable inside when you want to escape the heat and humidity. All in all it was a perfect stay at Casa de Vre! We will be returning!! ##### Lauren B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lisa k. 30 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our little get away Beautiful, breath taking sunsets, super clean and kitchen made for a chef! Loved everything about this place, especially the house staff. They are all so professional, friendly and always had smiles for everyone. Great memories were made here. Thank you ##### lisa k. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joni B. 17 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So wonderful we came back a second time! The location is amazing if you are looking for a less crowded beach with good surf. The house opens up to the outside with sliding doors giving you an indoor/outdoor living experience with ceiling fans in every room to help with the warm humid air. Only the bedrooms have their own a/c unit and thermostat control. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare all your meals and if you don't want to cook you can pay Kimberly to cook for you. The kitchen only comes stocked with salt/pepper so plan on grocery shopping when you arrive. As you can see by the photos the house sits right on the beach but if you don't want to spend all your time in the ocean I think the infinity pool is one of the best features about this property. I brought pool floats with me as it doesn't come with any and then left them behind for the next guests. The property is absolutely beautiful and as an avid gardener I really appreciated all the work that goes into keeping the grounds looking lush and beautiful. Unfortunately the coconuts on the property were too green this time of year so we didn't get to enjoy them as we did when we came in the month of July. The staff is wonderful, kind and helpful! Evelyn kept the house very clean and with 24 hr security you always felt very safe. Suggestion: You might want to bring cheap slippers with you (like you get at a hotel or spa) because the floor gets very slippery when you get out of the shower even after drying your feet off. ##### Joni B. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet B. 7 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Paradise in Tamarindo From before we even rented to the time we left, Mary, Miguel and Travis were amazing! Mary helped us determine if the house was right for my dad. He is in a wheelchair and they went out of their way to build small ramps for him! We were all blown away by their kindness. Travis met us at check in and walked us through. He was fun and inviting. He made us feel right at home. Every question we had before and after we arrived was answered quickly. We truly loved our time here! The howler monkeys overhead in the morning, the iguana's leisurely walking in the yard and the sweet dog, who sweetly and silently guarded my dad's door each evening. We loved our visits with the family and how accessible they made themselves, when we needed anything and they were so very kind! If I had to list any negatives - it would be that the lower floor is a bit disjointed in its layout. There was no indoor living room to really sit and gather in when it was raining. However, outside and upstairs there were so many beautiful places outdoors that were set up for us to visit and eat together. We loved those moments and might not have done that had there been an indoor meeting area.. The grounds are beyond beautiful and meticulously cared for, with the beach just beyond the back gates. We cannot recommend staying in this hidden paradise highly enough. It is a beautiful hidden paradise with in walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go. If you stay here, you will want to come back for years to come. ##### Janet B. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott F. 16 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Better than staying at a luxury hotel The staff, property and location are all amazing! ##### Scott F. 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