Title: Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! Beachfront holiday home with a fitness centre ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33160000/33150400/33150318/fbf8594c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33160000/33150400/33150318/1e923476.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33160000/33150400/33150318/2a3c2a6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33160000/33150400/33150318/61f4f6d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33160000/33150400/33150318/7fa897bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to this luxury villa in Vista Octal, where ocean waves and monkey calls set the tone for a relaxing getaway. Enjoy a private pool with an outdoor eating area, cable television in the living area, WiFi throughout, and high-tech air conditioning for your comfort. You'll also appreciate the full kitchen and dining area perfect for meals together. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! COMPLIMENTARY TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT UPON ARRIVAL AND YOUR RETURN TO THE AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE!!! YOU WILL BE MET BY A PRIVATE DRIVER UPON ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT. THE VILLA IS A VERY SHORT WALK TO OCOTAL BEACH! Experience the Costa Rican lifestyle. Whether traveling with family; planning a romantic getaway or a destination wedding; hosting a bachelor/bachelorette party; or getting together with friends, staying in this fully furnished developer's luxury model villa in Vista Ocotal is a must. Wake up to the ocean waves or monkey calls from the trees, and enjoy a day of fun including venturing through a rainforest, snorkeling, relaxing at the hot springs, golfing, horseback riding, sport fishing, site seeing, eating at exotic restaurants, zip lining over jungles and open land, and much more. Then come home to seaside serenity as you watch the sunset over the ocean from the front porch and the second floor bedroom balcony as you plan your evening. We offer comfort, convenience, no worries, and perks specific to our villa. For an extra charge, you can have cleaning services, a personal chef, or be driven around. We can provide these options through our property manager, Vanessa. In addition, for no addition cost, she can make your excursion arrangements before you arrive or upon arrival. A true vacation that allows you to spend your time where it matters the most—exploring the sights, sounds, and activities. Let us handle the details while you relax and enjoy the surroundings.  Property Perks: \* A gated community with full time security \* A private pool with a covered outdoor eating area \* Cable television in the living are \* A television in each bedroom \*WiFi \* A full kitchen and dining area \* Living Area \* Cooling ceiling fans \* Hi tech remote controlled air conditioners throughout \*COVID 19 cleaning & disinfectants used and supplied Private Perks: \* Be greeted by a personal driver and a private car service that will pick up and drop off up to 6 guests to the Liberia airport for free \* Meet Vanessa: Your Personal Bi Lingual Property Manager \* Walk 500 meters to access the property's private beach club adjacent to the world renowned Father Rooster’s Restaurant/Bar \* Drive 6 minutes for complete access to the private Club at Coco Bay Estates which has a restaurant, fitness center, tennis courts, pickle ball, a large pool with waterfall and swim up bar, water slide, Jacuzzi and yoga pavilion Area Perks:  \* A short walk to the beautiful Ocotal Beach \* 15 minute drive to Hermosa Beach \* Drive 10 minutes to the town center of Coco Beach for: shopping; various restaurants with international cuisine including Zi Lounge and Coconutz Bar and Grill; bars; small casino; pharmacies; medical assistance; fantastic night life; 3 international banks; car rental locations; golf cart rentals; tour offices; and 4 different supermarkets for your convenience. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Indoor pool - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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 - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Casino 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 - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100890000/100883900/100883858/7131c853.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil 3 Bed 3 Bath Beach House Steps from the Quaint Playa Ocotal Beach Sardinal - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=100883858&PinnedHotelID=100883858&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74920000/74912000/74911904/099f468d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand! 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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 Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Experience Best Costa Rica Villa Vista Ocotal Villa Experience The Best Of Costa Rica Vista Ocotal Experience Best Costa Rica Vista Ocotal Villa Experience The Best Of Costa Rica Experience The Best Of Costa Rica Vista Ocotal Experience Best Costa Rica Villa Vista Ocotal Vista Ocotal Experience The Best Of Costa Rica Villa Experience Best Costa Rica Experience The Of Costa Rica Experience The Of Costa Rica Experience The Best Of Costa Rica Villa Experience The Best Of Costa Rica El Ocotal Experience The Best Of Costa Rica Villa El Ocotal Experience The Best Of Costa Rica ## About the area ![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%7C10.54575%2C-85.72443&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mRx6o4hbUPOCVfpOvqSY746-qkE=) Vista Ocotal, Guanacaste #### What's nearby - Ocotal Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Coco Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles - Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 6 min drive - 0.7 miles - Playa Hermosa - 13 min drive - 5.2 miles - Playa Potrero - 50 min drive - 19.9 miles #### Getting around - Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Zi Lounge - ‬8 min drive - ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬8 min drive - ‪Father Rooster - ‬5 min walk - ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bar El Ancla - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. ### Is Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! located? > Located in Sardinal, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, steps from Ocotal Beach and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! Reviews 9.6 ### 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 75 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8/10 Good #### andrew g. 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach in Costa Rica Good location, upkeep of unit and grounds were average ##### andrew g. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott G. 8 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun in the sun! We had a wonderful time! Great location. Good food. Very relaxing! ##### Scott G. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom W. 16 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and Great service by host Super location, right near the beach (with no hills to climb) and right near Father Rooster. Host was very responsive and helpful. Great stay.. ##### Tom W. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane M. 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Proximity to playa Ocotal was amazing. We loved this private and beautiful beach. Pool at the complex and access to beach club and coco bay estates were amazing. ##### Diane M. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### callie e. 11 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Always Lovely We make this our home away from home in Costa Rica. Highly recommend. We'll be back! ##### callie e. Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Debby W. 15 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. We enjoyed the pool on site and at the club. Vanessa was helpful in securing a fishing charter that was AMAZING! ##### Debby W. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadia D. 3 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place close to the beach We stayed 4 days and really enjoyed the easy access to a beautiful beach. The house was spacious and comfortable for our group of 6. Vanessa was very helpful with questions and recommendations. An overall very nice stay! ##### Nadia D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea R. 10 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacation 2024 Loved the area and watched monkeys play in the trees almost every day! ##### Andrea R. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette M. 17 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing vacation If you really want to enjoy the culture and locals of the island this is the place. We enjoyed the comfort and accommodations. it was home away from home. We were three couples that had our own bedrooms and baths. A car rental is a must. The gated community is very safe and close to nearby restaurants and activities. ##### Annette M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles D., Flagstaff, Arizona USA 22 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Return to Vista Ocotal We enjoyed our stay. Minor problems (with AC, hot water) were dealt with promptly and satisfactorily. ##### Charles D. Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary B. 8 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful paradise We loved the location of this property. We could walk to the beach in 5 minutes, and walk to the beachfront restaurant and bar in 5 minutes. We enjoyed sitting on our balcony listening to the howler monkeys and watching them roam through the trees. ##### Gary B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris R. 10 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Fantastic A wonderful property. Excellent location. Vanessa had excellent communication with us the entire time. We had just gone through two previous cancellations by other hosts last minute, and were scrambling to find a place to stay. I can't say enough about Vanessa and her team. We look forward to staying here in the future! The location in Ocotol was great, close to the beach and Father Rooster's which is a fave of ours. Gated property, all the amenities, and the layout was great for us. Thank you Vanessa for looking after us so well, we look forward to our future friendship with you. ##### Chris R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### callie e. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect week in a perfect location! We loved our stay in Bernard's Condo in Ocotal. The process was easy, clear, and friendly. Thank you, Bernard! The space was comfortable and attractive and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Just steps from the beach and a good 5k walking route in the Ocotal hills. We have already booked our return trip. Callie and Ethann ##### callie e. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian R., Fairbanks, AK 25 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Location! This was an amazing place for our family to stay. It was extremely clean and beautiful. We really enjoyed sitting out on the balcony for coffee and reading while listening to the ocean waves. The beach was a leisurely 5 minute walk away and was a quiet mixed black and white sand with a fun tide pool to check out during low tide. Vanessa was very responsive with a wealth of local knowledge and contacts. We really enjoyed how quiet the community was yet was just a few minutes to shopping and activities at Coco Beach. ##### Brian R. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 7 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### I'd stay here again Location good. Beds were comfortable. Shower/bathrooms were clean and refreshing. Felt safe. Vanessa was helpful. Dishwasher needed repair/cleaning and needed dishwasher pods. Stuff provided was too soapy. Phone didn't work for local calls. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ocotal We really liked the quiet and relaxing vibe of this property. The pool was lovely and never busy. The beach was a short walk away and Father Roosters restaurant was also a short walk. From our front door we saw many birds, lizards, frogs and monkeys. The property was adequate and had air conditioning in each room which was nice. It is great to have a washer and dryer as well. We had lots of beach towels and some pool toys and a couple beach chairs. Vanessa was excellent and very helpful! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Randy D. 6 Dec 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Inside The Property Very Dated We paid for 7 night stay at Bernard's but choose not to stay. Initially walked in and the main floor bedroom smelled of urine. As noted in other reviews the pictures inside were outdated. The bedding in 3 rooms looked like your Grandma's basement bedding. As mentioned in the listing it was seaside and you could hear the ocean waves. Neither were correct or accurate. Hired an uber and stayed at a beautiful modern resort Mar playa Hermosa for the same money we paid not to stay at Bernard's. ##### Randy D. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marty C. 29 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Family Getaway This property is in a decent location, just a short walk to the beach, although you can hear the ocean from the villa, the view form the villa is not desirable for me because you can't see the ocean because of the weeds and garbage drop off.. The listing says private pool and a TV in every bedroom, but there is no private pool and there was not a TV in every bedroom. We did have internet, but it is not high speed and we lost connection several times making it impossible to work from there! ##### Marty C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nancy s. 29 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location We spent two weeks in Bernard’s home. The location is great, very short walk to Ocotal Beach. We visited other beaches but quickly learned that Ocotal Beach is one of the best the area has to offer. Bernard is very responsive and resolved issues quickly (the coffee maker was on its last leg, he had Vanessa purchase and deliver new one the next day, in fact Vanessa brought her own coffee maker until she could get the new one. Over the top! Although the cleanliness is not five star, the response and attention you get from Bernard and Vanessa makes it five stars! One has to remember that Costa Rica is a tropical country. Thank you Bernard. ##### nancy s. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda G. 2 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnificent Oasis! We rented Bernard’s villa for 3 weeks for our family Christmas holiday. We had a fantastic time. The gated community and property was excellent. The three pools were spectacular and the villa was exactly how it was portrayed in the listing. Bernard was a magnificent host and his property manager is the best we have ever had. We use VRBO all over the world so that is a huge compliment. Vanessa went above and beyond for us during our stay. She made us feel like family and answered our messages or questions immediately. My two sons and husband and I would recommend this property to anyone who is looking for all the amenities of home in a tropical setting. We loved our tours and the black sand beach was amazing. Costa Rica was a favourite destination but by far the accommodations and great service from Vanessa made our holiday one of the best holidays we have ever had. We highly recommend this villa to anyone who is looking for a quiet, safe and beautiful location to enjoy your time. Thank you Bernard and Vanessa we will be back! ##### Brenda G. Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Melissa R. 27 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful location We enjoyed our stay in Bernard’s house very much. Father Rooster was steps away and the food was delicious and the atmosphere especially nice when they had the band and ceviche bar. Having access to the beach clubs was a huge plus and gave us variety in our pool/beach days. We appreciated the options quite a bit. Although we had some hiccups with driver pick ups, Vanessa was very responsive and offered to cover a cab to get us to the airbnb at no cost to us. We did find the photos to be a little out of date (linens aren’t white as pictured) and some new furniture that while functional doesn’t really fit the space that well. However these were minor things. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and will probably visit Playa Ocotal again! Some honourable mentions for the cook at home chef option given to us by Vanessa. And we hired a boat captain through a travel agency called “my tan feet” named “Marcy” who was amazing. Saw whales, jumping devil rays, turtles, puffer fish , cool caves and more! All in all a great trip! ##### Melissa R. Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damon R. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Guanacaste at it’s best. Place is as advertised. About a football field’s distance from a quiet beach (Playa Ocotal) with wonderful, warm water and lovely views. Villa is as described. All amenities necessary were provided, including plenty of towels, beach chairs, and plenty of kitchenware to cook just about anything. The pool at the villa was quiet and the other individuals that were onsite were lovely people, so there was no reason to leave the gates to go to the other pools. We did not venture to the club because we had full schedules already planned. Truly, you could knit pick any place you stay, and find something not to your standards. But in my opinion, if you have an issue with this place it is either a one off, unfortunate circumstance, or its the renter Bernard was communicative and pleasant from start to finish, as was Vanessa. We did not require their services, but they made themselves known as available. It was an amazing week, and would absolutely stay at Bernard’s villa again. Coco was about seven minutes away and had plenty of restaurants. Several grocery stores. Locals are absolutely lovely ##### Damon R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Grace F. 30 Dec 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dark, dirty, disgusting place This place is not a "villa" - it's a rundown townhome that is filthy and has false advertising. There is no tennis, no gym. The "security gates" are rickety and don't open completely not great for wide cars. "Security" is one guy that walks around - no one at the actual gate. That's definitely not 24x7 security in an area that actually needs it. The pictures show a sunny home. It is literally dark, musty and filthy throughout the home. I have taken numerous photos of the issues and submitted to vrbo. This should not be rented as is due to potential health hazards from mold on the window shades, in the coffee maker, body odor and hair throughout all the bedding, mouse droppings on the headboard, improperly cleaned toilets, gum stuck on the one non plastic coffee mug, dirty utensils in the drawer along with cobwebs, old beach towels used as bath towels, the list goes on and on. This review should allow photos from renters to show what this actually looks like. The owner has done nothing except to call and say everything is fine. Nightmare scenario for vacation particularly for Xmas week. We evacuated after 1 night of our 7 night stay it was THAT BAD. There are plenty of other options in Costa Rica - we have been 4 times that are clean and safe. This isn't one of them. ##### Grace F. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria G. 31 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fuimos un grupo de amigas y volveríamos a ir y rentar en el mismo lugar porque fue excelente Todo fue perfecto lo que nos prometió Vanesa aparte de qué se portó muy bien con nosotros todo lo que se nos prometió de la casa fue lo que se nos entregó todo estaba limpio todo estaba en orden en el acceso a la playa es perfecto el restaurant muy cerca y muy sabroso para nosotros fue excelente volveremos a ir claro que sí y lo recomiendo ##### Maria G. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy O. 7 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what we needed This is a great property nestled in a very quiet location. The inside is just as described and pictured; modern, comfortable and clean. We had great communication with the manager both before and during our stay. There were monkeys coming and going in the trees around the property. The beach is a very easy 100 meter walk from the front door. The beach here is very nice with black sand and decent snorkeling. The only negative we could think of is the low water pressure for taking a shower, but I don’t think the owners could do anything about that. ##### Jeremy O. 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