Title: Paradise awaits! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=601385&destination=S%C3%A1mara%2C+Guanacaste%2C+Costa+Rica&selected=68096030&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Paradise awaits! ## Photo gallery for Paradise awaits! ![Outdoor dining - Paradise awaits! (Sámara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68100000/68096100/68096030/f89b094d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Paradise awaits! (Sámara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68100000/68096100/68096030/e348ef72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Paradise awaits! (Sámara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68100000/68096100/68096030/cc2a844c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels - Paradise awaits! (Sámara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68100000/68096100/68096030/3c9a0438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Paradise awaits! (Sámara)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68100000/68096100/68096030/cae4fe05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Paradise awaits! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Paradise awaits! Come find your Pura Vida! 3 bed/2bath house with a pool located just outside of Samara between three beaches, Playa Buena Vista, Samara Beach and the secret Izquierda (shhhhh)! Surrounded by gorgeous rainforest flora and fauna. Watch and listen from the handmade rocking chairs on the covered porch. The mornings are full of bird song and howler monkeys! Newer construction. Gated property. Air conditioning in every room. High speed internet. Smart TV with Netflix and Disney Plus ready to watch. Desk and printer for those who may still need to get some work done. PERFECT for the family vacation or private getaway. Close to town and all the shops and eateries, but not right in town so you can enjoy the peace of your surroundings. Being between 3 beaches is quite unique! All in walking distance! Plus a 4th beach, Playa Carrillo is a short drive away (7k)! We often ride our bikes there as well, but some effort is required. The ocean water is so warm and clean! Playa Buena Vista is the closest at 1k. You come to the lagoon first that is easy to walk across in the dry season to get to the waves. Or enjoy the lagoon on its own! Samara Beach is 2k away, and is the picture perfect beach. There are restaurants and surf schools right on the beach. The secret beach, which the locals call Izquierda, is also about 2k away, but you have to hike a trail over a hill to access it. Quite the treat for the more adventurous! Access the trail directly across from Villa Tangerine. Update-Izquierda now requires an admission fee of $5/person. It's worth checking out at least once. There is a surprising amount of available technology here! Internet and cell signals all over Samara. You can be as accessible as you want to be. Power outages do occur as there are a lot of lightning storms in the rainy season (which are beautiful!), but they seem to take their outages seriously and get power restored quickly! It is a dirt road to get to the house, so it will get muddy in the rain, but does not require a 4x4\. However, if you want to take road trips north to Nosara or south toward Santa Teresa, you should get a 4x4\. We often stay without renting a car and use bikes to get everywhere in town and to Playa Carrillo. Samara has more English speakers, but don't expect that everywhere. Most menus have an English translation. The cashier may rattle off numbers quickly, but will also show you the number on the screen for your purchases (I'm still figuring those numbers out!) Translate apps work well for more complicated conversations. The people are friendly and eager to help! We don't use currency exchanges on the way in to Costa Rica. We get cash out of the ATMs in local currency. Use an ATM attached to a well known bank. Others sometimes don't actually give you the money. In Samara, we like the one on the same street as the Catholic church next to the hardware store. Some of our favorite places in town: the little courtyard across from the Catholic church has Sweeties by Celia-a must visit as Celia is as wonderful as her baked goods. Her husband, Phillip, is also a chef and often has a daily special that is equally wonderful. Marea's surf shop in town also has great smoothies and yummy coffee with tasty bagel sandwiches for your morning breakfast! Sheriffs (Dining on the beach! The steak and onions!), Gusto's (more dining on the beach), Locanda and Dolce Vida as well. Roots bakery (yum!), Mana (great pizza), Samara Sushi, BM Burger, Cocos, Limey's and Las Olas! So much good food all around the town! But let me not forget an amazing experience at Colibri, the Argentinian Steakhouse above Playa Carrillo. Not to be missed! Whether you book with us or not, you should visit this amazing country! We hope you make memories of a lifetime! Pura Vida! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4790000/4784800/4784744/5402ed8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eco Boutique Hotel Vista Las Islas Reserva Natural Paquera - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 443 reviews £215 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&selected=4784744&PinnedHotelID=4784744&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9840000/9830600/9830512/c4e7b84e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Verde Mar Direct Beach Access Manuel Antonio - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets 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 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 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include 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 is also known as Paradise Awaits Walk To The Paradise Awaits Walk to the Beach! Paradise awaits! Walk to the beach! Samara Paradise awaits! Walk to the beach! Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Sámara, this holiday home is near the beach. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Safari Surf School and Jungle Butterfly Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Sámara travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Samara.dx601385) [View more Holiday homes in Sámara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Samara-Private-Holiday-Homes.d601385-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C9.87928%2C-85.54494&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CA7EpHi_GKUtL_wtKvGEHwpIHOE=) Sámara, Guanacaste Province ### What's nearby - ![A view of the beach in samara, costa rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071369/995722ac-1f6f-44c7-bca5-9e452a8bc0cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Samara Beach 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - ![Sunset overlooking the tide pool #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/f9470eb0-e668-45a0-9fb1-9a98fbdafe59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Buena Vista Beach 13 min drive \- 4.2 miles - ![Couple walking towards sea, rear view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071367/fb979a97-6292-4dbe-b718-973024580e4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carrillo Beach 17 min drive \- 5.5 miles - ![Sea Horses #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2585/ddc185dc-48fa-4ce0-9a16-5c0e9bcce788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Guiones Beach 27 min drive \- 12.0 miles - Playa Barco Quebrado 15 min drive \- 5.3 miles ### Getting around - Nosara (NOB) 54 min drive ### Restaurants - Boulangerie 20 min walk - Las Olas Beach Club 3 min drive - Sheriff Rustic 4 min drive - 2 Gringos Artisan Brewing 3 min drive - Gusto Beach Club - Samara 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Paradise awaits! have a pool? ### Is Paradise awaits! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Paradise awaits!? ### What time is check-in at Paradise awaits!? ### What time is check-out at Paradise awaits!? ### Where is Paradise awaits! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Paradise awaits! 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire G. 15 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property larger than what it looks on photos. Any issues the property company are very good and fast. We would stay here again. ##### Claire G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan C. 20 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A place in paradise We stayed for 10 days, and we loved every minute of it. We travelled from US with our two toddlers, and we could not have had a better vacation. Renee, the owner, was very kind and helpful, she even contacted the local administrator to have Disney Plus and Netflix available on the TV for our kids. She introduced us to Leonardo, the local contact and he was always available for any particularity. The house is a 10-minute dirt road drive from Samara main town. It’s a beautiful safe property surrounded by lots of tropical trees, plants, and wildlife (howler monkeys, parakeets, horses) … don’t leave the trash out (Ha!). The pool is a great amenity for a day after the beach or simply to relax. The main gate opens to a three-four car parking space. We arrived with two and had no issues. I would recommend an SUV. 4x2 will do if you stay in main roads. If you feel adventurous, for safety I would say get a 4x4\. We had two SUV 4x4 but only used them in 4x2 mode. Inside, the house has all the necessary things to make a great stay. Nice couches with a big TV and Internet connectivity, big rooms each with AC, plenty beds, and all necessary appliances to cook. There is a small convenience store about 5-minutes away from the house with a bakery next door where you can get fresh baked goods as well as all the necessary items. Samara Town is a casual community with a relaxed vibe. It has restaurants of different cuisine and budget, ATM, Supermarkets, Urgent Care, and lots of friendly people. It’s home to Samara beach. A black sand calm warm water that allows for kayaking, swimming or just laying down for some sun. Carrillo Beach is a 10-minute drive with a beautiful setting too. This one is a gray to white sand beach with stronger waves but still available for swimming. Both town and beaches are safe, and most people are there to just have a good time with their families and friends. As with every trip, just exercise caution in what you do. A few pointers: Costa Rica does have a reputation for power outages when there are t-storms, internet can fail every now and then and water cuts are also a thing occasionally. All these problems only last for a few minutes to a few hours, nothing critical but you should plan in case power goes out at night so you can have some lanterns (makes for a great Phase10 night!). It can also storm during green season but that normally means a day or two and mostly late afternoon through the night. You will not regret; we have ##### Jonathan C. Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel M. 11 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2021 Christmas Vaca This is an exceptional property! works well with 2 couple as quarters are separate, each can have their own private area. Host and property manager were very quick to respond to our questions and concerns, thank you Renee and Leonardo! we had a great visit and truly enjoyed the house/property! D & M ##### Daniel M. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aubrey D. 20 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Aubrey D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ---