Experience beachfront bliss at Casa Carmen, where the ocean views and tropical greenery set the tone for a serene getaway. With a spacious full kitchen, you can cook up your favorite dishes while taking in the scenery through the serving window or enjoy al fresco dining on the patio with ceiling fans keeping you cool.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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You can't forget you're on vacation from the moment you pull up to this beachfront home. You'll wile away the hours in the unmatched outdoor living and dining area, soaking in the scenery and breathing in the salt air. This oversized covered patio features views of the garden, tropical native greenery, and, of course, the ocean. If you're feeling adventurous, you can try your hand at cooking up some Costa Rican cuisine or prepare your usual in the property's full kitchen. You can't miss the views while you're indulging your inner chef, and the kitchen even has a serving window attached to the outdoor breakfast bar, so you won't miss out on the group conversation. The ceiling fans will keep you cool as you dine al fresco on the patio at the table for six. The spacious bedrooms provide plenty of room for privacy, and both bathrooms have large, glass-enclosed showers. This home has the best of two worlds, providing a secluded atmosphere while only being a short walk away from town.
Things to Know Free WiFi Pack-N-Play provided Beach towels provided Private outdoor shower Full kitchen (no dishwasher) Snowbird-friendly. This home is cooled with partial A/C and ceiling fans. *The nearby pool is not included in the rental.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 18 years of age to book. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 172 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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, 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
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.
About the area
Located in Tempate, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Potrero travel guide
Is Beachfront House w/ Gorgeous Ocean Views & Free WiFi - Snowbirds Welcome pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachfront House w/ Gorgeous Ocean Views & Free WiFi - Snowbirds Welcome?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront House w/ Gorgeous Ocean Views & Free WiFi - Snowbirds Welcome?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront House w/ Gorgeous Ocean Views & Free WiFi - Snowbirds Welcome?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront House w/ Gorgeous Ocean Views & Free WiFi - Snowbirds Welcome located?
Nestled on the beach, this Tempate holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Penca Beach and Playa Prieta are also within 15 minutes.
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This space was perfectly located near the beach, restaurants and bars. The host was communicative and supremely helpful. The house was quiet and super clean. We had a great stay! Would absolutely recommend staying there!
Armando M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carter C.
7 Feb 2024
Amazing location
The property was amazing and beach access was so close. The beach was never crowded and very relaxed (not busy). Walking distance to several local food options. Diego was extremely responsive and helpful. Would highly recommend.
A lovely place on a local beach as opposed to a tourist one. We had worried we would be too hot, but we holed up inside about 1-4 pm and otherwise hung out outside w. Morning and evening swims. Would easily come back.
This was our family’s second year returning to casa carmen. ¡it's just so good! It is exactly as advertised. Clean, well equipped, safe, and 25 steps from the beach. Special kudos to property manager diego for helping us get reacquainted with playa penca, potrero, and the surrounding areas. Do yourself a favor, don’t stay up in the hills. Stay on the beach, in a local neighborhood, within walking distance of multiple markets and our favorite potrero restaurant, las brisas.
This house is in the best location if you are looking for a more authentic Costa Rica experience. An hour drive from the airport if you take the monkey trail. Walking distance to few great places to eat for breakfast- Carpe Diem, Italian next door to that and ice cream and seafood across the street. The best part is we were so close to the most amazing semi private beach. We loved being able to walk back to the house for lunch, drinks or to take a break from the sun. Sunsets on this beach are amazing. The house was nothing fancy but very clean and well maintained. No hot water but that never bothered us. It provided what we needed as we didn’t spend much time in the actual house. The patio and yard were our favorite part. We ate out there and could hear and see the ocean as we dinned. The property manger was kind and helpful. He offered us boogie boards which was a huge hit with kids. We were a short drive to other cities that were great for exploring like Las Catalinas (9 min drive)- where we went mountain biking and Flamingo (15 min drive) where we went deep sea fishing. Potrero’s more downtown (5 minute drive) had a great brewery and more restaurants that were yummy. The sailing center there has things like SUP boards to rent for the day and a yoga studio with a variety of classes everyday. So much to do and all so very close!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Carmen. The house and grounds were immaculate, and the grounds keeper Diego very friendly. Pelada beach in front of the property is stunning; crystal clear water, golden sand, few people and extremely clean. There we met Ricardo who sells coco locos (his own drink made of rum and coco nut water served in a coco nut) on the beach. Give them a try if you’re there. We also enjoyed Potrero and the surrounding area, where we found great places for seafood and margaritas by the seaside. Overall very happy and would be thrilled to come back here.
Gilberto V.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Samuel S.
20 Jun 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Disaster stay
Arrived and there was no hot water, front door locked and couldn’t be opened from I side so had to climb out a window to unlock it from the outside but none of the windows opened properly so had to jack one in the kitchen open to even get out (major fire safety hazard).
Kitchen lacked the basics - no large bowls, no tongs, no strainer…
Gardeners were there from 6:30am - 3pm one day blasting all the machines all day and then the next day it was the neighbors so two days of constant noise and gas smell. Internet was in and out and the entire house smelled of damp/ mold. The manager was so slow at responding, we went three days without hot water.