Title: Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! 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 # Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! ## Photo gallery for Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! ![Outdoor pool - Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! (Playa Langosta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96860000/96852000/96851944/c5e54d82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/d35fb8bd-d6d4-45e8-8e3f-dff618cdb62a-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! (Playa Langosta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96860000/96852000/96851944/3b6dd218.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! (Playa Langosta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96860000/96852000/96851944/3610743e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! (Playa Langosta)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96860000/96852000/96851944/fd6b0996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in Langosta, Casa Brisas del Estero offers a tranquil retreat with spacious rooms and social areas perfect for families or friends. Steps from the beach, this villa features a pool, private lush gardens and stunning views of the surrounding jungle. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft ## 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. ### Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! You won't find a better layout for extended families, multiple families or multiple adults traveling together! No need for constant juggling people wanting to do different things and go different places at the same time. You don't need a car to enjoy the neighborhood, beaches, wonderful restaurants and even grab what you need at the local grocery market. Everyone can walk to what they want to do including all the nightlife Tamarindo has to offer! Plus, lots of individual privacy of large private bedrooms balanced by welcoming social spaces for meals, games and connecting. Steps from the beach and adjacent to a national park! This beautiful large, private villa, pool and gardens, Casa Brisas del Estero (Villa Zafiro), is perfectly located in Langosta, the laid back beach village between the bustling beach town of Tamarindo to the north and the unspoiled sanctuary of Playa Langosta and Las Baulas National Park to the south. The Langosta neighborhood is a hidden gem! Quiet, laid back and lush, you'll hear and see the howler monkeys cruising through the neighborhood canopy. This villa is a four minute walk to a spectacular beach, beautiful sunsets, tidepools to explore and a few of the most delicious restaurants, tucked into the neighborhood. A short walk north puts you in Tamarindo with tons of restaurants, surfing, shopping, boating, fishing, live music and more. A short walk to the south is Playa Langosta . . . a pristine beach bordered by a national park with multiple surf breaks, jungle trails and an estuary to explore. Our villa is a very private, 4 bedroom (4 comfy queen beds plus a sleeper couch if needed), 3 bath modern villa with two large outdoor patios, a large pool, and private lush gardens. But the way it is laid out is different and so fantastic for vacationing with family or friends. (Note: The main house and the upstairs apartment have no interior connection/access. Access to the apartment, 2 bed, 1 bath, kitchenette, laundry, extra living room, is via the outside side-steps). In the main house there are two master suites with comfy queen beds, glass sliders out to patios and their own bathrooms with walk in showers. These are at one end of the house, away from the living areas which makes them very quiet and private. The upstairs master suite has its own outdoor screened patio overlooking the pool, gardens and jungle beyond. Don't be surprised to view monkeys dotting the treetops from your bed. The main floor master suite opens directly onto the patio and pool allowing you to sneak out for that late night swim under the stars in the warm pool before you go to sleep. The large, open kitchen, dining room, and living room are perfect for cooking and eating together as well as playing games, catching up over cocktails, planning the days adventures or watching movies. These rooms open via a wall of glass sliders onto a beautiful patio and deck overlooking the pool and tropical gardens and the jungle beyond. The modern kitchen has everything you could want to make a home cooked meal with family and friends OR hire a private chef to do it for you. This includes quartz countertops and all new appliances: refrigerator with filter and ice maker, stove/oven, microwave, toaster oven, coffee maker, Breville espresso machine, dishwasher, dishes, instapot, and more. There is also an outdoor grill if you want to prepare your catch of the day! The upstairs/apartment portion of the villa has two more large bedrooms, also with queen beds with super comfy mattresses, a shared bathroom with a walk in shower, and a large open great room with floor-to-ceiling windows with a view of the pool and jungle beyond. This great room contains a small kitchen and eating bar, and living area with an additional queen-sized sofa bed, if needed. This little modern kitchen is also fully functional and includes: a refrigerator, oven, microwave, coffee maker, etc. It perfect for early morning coffees or smoothies or late night snacks. This great room opens onto a large outdoor patio perfect for sipping your morning coffee or getting in some yoga with a view. There are also laundry facilities so you can pack light! The sections of the villas (main house and apartment) live like one big villa, with amazing indoor and outdoor social spaces but offer additional privacy and autonomy of separate units, when desired. It is perfect when you are traveling with friends and families, allowing for downtime when needed! It's the perfect setup for both introverts and extraverts alike! The villa has AC in every room to ensure year-round comfort. Access to the property and the house is via keypad. No worry about coordinating or carrying keys! Everyone can come and go as they please with just a code. For those with mobility challenges, the main living area and one master suite are easily accessible/no steps within the house and one step up from outside into the front or side door. The outdoor patio has two shallow steps down to the pool deck The villa and grounds are private and for your exclusive use. No need to share with anyone else :) As instructors at a US university , this is our happy place when we are on break. During the winter, we typically offer this villa to others to enjoy. So this is not just a typical rental. We stock it with books, games, puzzles, and comforts for adults and kids to enjoy. Lounge in the hammocks. Float in the warm pool under the stars in the magical gardens. Rediscover those analog activities and make memories. It has tremendous appeal for friends and family of all ages. Or if you absolutely must do some work or don't want to miss the big game, we have super fast wifi, desks in each bedroom and cable/smart tvs. A note about reviews: We only have a couple of reviews on VRBO at this point (there are more on Air) because this is the first time we are sharing our villa! We are "all 5-Star, Super Hosts" back in the States with our other home which we share when we travel. So, no need to worry. The place is super clean and comfortable. Our local manager Claudia lives in the neighborhood and can help you with any questions you have and can help you book adventures, give advice on things to do or even help you get a chef, massages, groceries... she's there to help make your stay amazing. ++++++++++++ For more information (cut/paste/remove the space in the link) https://www. villazafiro-langosta. com/ ++++++++++++ Note: sometimes water is rationed in Tamarindo and Langosta. This is not a problem for Casa Brisas del Estero/Villa Zafiro because of a built-in 4000 gallon water tank on the grounds. While you may see water trucks delivering water to other rentals in Langosta/Tamarindo, we have never had an issue. +++++++++ House rules Check-in: 4pm. Let us know when your flight is arriving . . . we will try to accommodate early arrivals. Checkout: 10:00am. Let us know if you need a late check-out . . . we are flexible :) Quiet Time after 10pm: This is a sleepy/quiet neighborhood . . . please keep the noise down after 10pm. Smoking/vaping: No smoking or vaping in the house. Please step outside (deck, patio, screened porch) to smoke or vape. Security Cameras: The front gated entry, side gated entry, and back fence gate area of the house are being monitored by security cameras. Footage will be viewed only in cases where we suspect the rental agreement has been violated such as bringing in animals or having large parties. Parties: Dinner parties are fine (e.g. renters plus 6 guests). This is not a party house. If you want to party, that can totally be accommodated in Tamarindo and you can just walk home after to a clean and peaceful villa! \*\*No Pets: As noted on the rental platform, no pets of any kind (including service animals and emotional support animals) are allowed in this house. Common areas in the house will be used by our family or other guests with severe pet allergies after your departure, so it is not safe to accommodate these animals at this house. "A Host may qualify for an exemption in certain circumstances — for instance, if the service animal directly threatens their health or safety." Parking: There is secure parking for one vehicle on the grounds via the car gate. If you rent a golf cart for zipping around, we have an area where you can plug in and recharge in the gated driveway. There is parking for an additional vehicle just outside of the property wall. +++++++++++++++++ Review Large, private villa - steps from the beach User Profile: Scott September 2023 This is our fourth trip to the area, and Adam’s place is by far the best. Fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and cozy gathering places like the living room and back patio. Looks like the whole place has just been remodeled, including the kitchen! Our teenagers loved the pool and having their own private rooms upstairs. There were great places to eat within walking distance, so we didn’t need a car. The kids loved walking on Langosta Beach and swimming/snorkeling/surfing. Couldn’t have asked for a better spot for a family getaway. We will definitely be back! ## 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 - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - 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) - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 ### Rules No pets or parties Quiet time after 10pm ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The pool does not have a fence . . . see pics ### 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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ## About the area Located in Tamarindo, this holiday home is on a river. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Zafiro: Luxurious private villa & pool - steps from gorgeous beaches! 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer A. 18 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Perfect The accommodations were spacious for 8 adults. The pool was refreshing. Beautiful gardens surrounding the pool. Many options for shaded or sunny spots to relax. Fully equipped kitchen with everything 8 would need. Large kitchen table for large group meals and games/cards.5 minute walk to the grocery store/beer. 10 minute walk to beautiful beach. 20 minute walk to Tamarindo. ##### Jennifer A. Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennine F., Denver 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful House We had a great time! The house is clean, comfortable and fully stocked. The pool in the backyard was amazing and kept our kids entertained all day. The house is close enough to town and the beach to walk but far enough away to be quiet, which is perfect for families with kids. The upstairs is a separate apartment style suite which ended up being perfect for two families when we were ready for downtime, but it still felt like we shared the entire space. Claudia, the house manager was extremely helpful and assisted us when needed. Adam was a great host with great communication. I highly recommend staying here! ##### Jennine F. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosie F. 14 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Look no further for your ultimate family vacay villa This place had it all and was perfect for our multigenerational family of 6\. The pool was delicious. Kitchen was well stocked to cook whatever you need (incl. Espresso machine!). Gámes and puzzles available. We loved staying in Langosta area- the beach. Súper accesible to rest of the town without being in the hustle & bustle of the city. Downtown Tamarindo is about a 15-20min walk from the villa and was incredibly safe. The beach was minutes away and preferred this beach in comparison to the business of Tamarindo. Adam was a great host! Would love to come back ##### Rosie F. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ---