Title: Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa 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 # Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa Cottage with private pool, near Playa Hermosa ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120640000/120638200/120638106/96abb1cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120640000/120638200/120638106/a8053fa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120640000/120638200/120638106/e8a5b8e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120640000/120638200/120638106/e30b46a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120640000/120638200/120638106/60dd5efa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Playa Hermosa, Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa provides amenities such as a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Pool - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa Located in Blue Flag community of Playa Hermosa; Guanacaste, within the exclusive gated community of Monte Paraiso and behind the private walls of the Casa Cole Compound you will find Casita Cole. Although its location makes Playa Hermosa feel somewhat isolated, the small but well-developed town offers many amenities. Playa Hermosa, which translates to Beautiful Beach, is located in northern Guanacaste Province. Keep in mind that Costa Rica has several beaches named Playa Hermosa, including near Jaco, Santa Teresa, and Uvita, but the one where this lovely home is located is in Guanacaste. The Liberia International is the closest airport, at about 30 minutes away. Located in Blue Flag community of Playa Hermosa; Guanacaste, within the exclusive gated community of Monte Paraiso and behind the private walls of the Casa Cole Compound you will find Casita Cole.  This 1200 Sq Ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath wonder of classic Costa Rican Design will absolutely charm her guest with her thoughtful and unique amenities. The bedrooms and baths are very spacious and it will be hard to find a better view, especially from the master bedroom. A large living room separates the two en suite bedrooms and adds to the feeling spaciousness. There is nothing small about the casita. There is a fully equipped kitchen ready to assist you in preparing any meals, or for a private Chef. Just outside awaits your private infinity pool with views of the Gulf of Papagayo that will have you reminiscing about the sunsets for years to come. Upon entering the private gates of Casita Cole you turn off onto your own private drive to the casita. Casa and Casita Cole are located in the same property, both homes can be rented separately or together for the same group of guests. If you only rent Casita, you will still have your own private pool, parking and additional amenities such as: Housekeeper included (Housekeeper on the property from 8:15am - 2:00pm, 6 days per week, Mon – Sat), smart TV, Roku TV, hardwired Internet, smoke / carbon monoxide detectors, Magic Jack phone system providing free calls to the US and Canada, basic spices, basic soaps, basic paper products, coffee grinder, rice cooker and a popcorn air popper. \*Upon the development of the community of Monte Paraiso, there are some houses under construction near this property. Please note that we recommend to have a 4x4 vehicle to access this rental home.\* ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city centre - Near the sea ### 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,691 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109970000/109968100/109968027/f3897604.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your own slice of paradise at Villa 3 Tortugas Playa Hermosa - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=109968027&PinnedHotelID=109968027&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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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 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 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 f96e3ce0-9f33-4935-8855-573cecef6176 ## 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%7C10.56342%2C-85.68024&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=u6Y7FCygKuN33rO2qjVGPrB3cxQ=) Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste #### What's nearby - Playa Hermosa - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles - Coco Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles - Playa Calzón de Pobre - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles - Panamá Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles - Ocotal Beach - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles #### Getting around - Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Java - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tico Tica - ‬6 min drive - ‪Pacifico Beach Club - ‬5 min drive - ‪Guayoyo - ‬6 min drive - ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa located? > Located in the heart of Sardinal, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Playa Hermosa and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Coco Beach. Rocio's Kitchen and Playa Pedregosa are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casita on top of the world | 2 bedroom Guest house for rent | Playa Hermosa Reviews 9.8 ### 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 57 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris E. 5 Nov 2018 #### Best VRBO we have stayed in Great place, best view!! Management company was super easy to work with!! ##### Chris E. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KRISTINA C. 18 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best views and perfect location Beautiful views, large bedrooms and bathrooms, gated community, and easy drive to Playa hermosa and Playa de Coco ##### KRISTINA C. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gretchen H. 25 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Slice of paradise What a wonderful vacation! Pre-trip communication with the property manager was very timely and clear. Property was truly beautiful and extremely comfortable—furniture, beds, well-stocked kitchen, outdoor furniture, WIFI, Roku were all fabulous. Daily check-ins from the property manager contained restaurant and activity recommendations, and daily housekeeping kept everything clean and straightened up. View from the covered patio was breathtaking. Thank you for an incredible stay! ##### Gretchen H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### andrew g. 9 Feb 2018 #### Casita on the hill Great place, great views! ##### andrew g. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fern H. 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular view Beautiful safe property with fantastic ##### Fern H. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy T. 15 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The location was excellent and accommodations perfect! Couldn’t have asked for a better place for our stay! The location was excellent, amazing view, comfortable bed, clean and an infinity pool! The property management staff was very helpful and accommodating! I would definitely recommend! ##### Jeremy T. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John P. 3 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome view Wonderful stay. A couple beach chairs would be nice to use at the beach. Loved the view. ##### John P. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### katie p. 3 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home and view Everything was amazing! The view, the house, the pool was all spectacular. ##### katie p. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANTHONY T. 26 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! Awesome view! A million dollar view without the price tag. Great property and the staff goes over and beyond. Definitely recommend! ##### ANTHONY T. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Misty K. 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house- awesome view! House was beautiful. The view was breathtaking! ##### Misty K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy G. 1 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We were thrilled with the home. The location provided breathtaking views and perfect amenities. We look forward to returning again. The management team and Mariam were so accommodating. The location provided breathtaking views and easy access to restaurants in Playa Hermosa too. ##### Amy G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael L. 20 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! Place is amazing! Beautiful location and close to Hermosa and Coco beach. Construction going on is pretty loud in the morning, but other than that we loved it! ##### Michael L. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff A. 3 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Land & Sea Great rental. Everything that you need for a great vacation. ##### Jeff A. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul G. 25 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas at Casa Cole We had a wonderful stay at Casa Cole. The property is beautiful and accommodated the entire family when we included the Casita Cole as well. ##### Paul G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill B. 3 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible View! Perfect getaway - perched on the hillside overlooking the beach, convenient to markets and restaurants. Great home-base to explore the Guanacaste region. All the comforts of home, windows galore, private plunge pool, gorgeous views! ##### Jill B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pate D. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Perfect experience. Hard to believe it’d be as good as advertised but it was even better. ##### Pate D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl F. 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent it was wonderful ##### Cheryl F. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert D. 25 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heaven on earth Great experience. Beautiful home, beautiful views, great service, excellent staff. Can't wait to get back. ##### Robert D. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lea R. 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pura Vida We had an amazing week! The house and view was wonderful. The property manager was kind and helpful. We look forward to planning a second trip. ##### Lea R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil M. 2 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Great property beautiful home with outstanding views. Very responsive and informative property management. ##### Neil M. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### susan c. 1 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place The pool is on the north side of house. So stays cold in December not sure about other times ##### susan c. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pete H. 15 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Zindis all the way Zindis agency is awesome to deal with!! ##### Pete H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vladimir K. 13 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would definitely stay there again! The house is located in a very safe area. The inside was very spacious and clean; it had all the appliances we needed to cook in the kitchen. There was an amazing view of landscape and ocean, especially when sun sets. Ian was very helpful in giving us tips and advice on main attractions, restaurants and places of interest. We would most definitely stay at this house again! ##### Vladimir K. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. 18 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The place and views are amazing. I will never forget this place or the memories we made. We had a really good experience. We woke every morning to breath taking views and relax under a beautiful synset every night. The property managers and owners accommodated our ever need. We are forever grateful. ##### James W. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah O. 11 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Million Dollar Views This home had everything we needed. Gorgeous views, comfortable bed, and well appointed kitchen. We'll be back! ##### Sarah O. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022