Location: Playa Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America (Casa Campbell #81 Palm Beach Estates, Playa Grande) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Beachfront Home
One of a few beachfront properties in Playa Grande. Quiet area, tropical gardens, and some of the best surfing in Costa Rica, is right out the front door. Guests love the local art and sculptures that decorate the house. We recently completed the addition of a master bedroom suite with bath. It is an incredible addition to the house - the beautiful, handcrafted woodwork is truly unique. Prices are flexible with the season.
Surf school, market and three restaurants are within walking distance. The beach is protected for the nesting of the Giant Leatherback Sea Turtles from October through April - a must see. The beach is open year around during the day, but during nesting season, you are required to be with a tour guide to be on the beach after dark. Take early morning beach walks and you may be surprised by turtles hatching and making their way to the ocean. The house is located in Palm Beach Estates - a quiet, private community. It's common to see howler monkeys eating in the trees in front of the house, iguanas sunning and feeding, and numerous birds as well. The giant sea turtles frequently nest on the beach right in front of the house. It's a laid back, peaceful setting, where you'll be surrounded by nature and it's wonders. This is a place for nature lovers. You'll see a gecko or two at night in the house, the purple and orange sand crabs like to wander in and head for the shower. Not to be feared - these are gentle creatures, and if they bother you, just sweep them out the door. For most, this is a delightful part of the magic of Costa Rica.
It's a perfect place to relax and unwind from the pressures at home. If you're wanting a more active tourist scene, Tamarindo Beach is just a short, boat-taxi ride across the estuary, where you can find all the amenities of any tourist or resort area. Our daughter and son-law live in the guest house behind the property and are happy to offer advise and support to help you enjoy your stay.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed (3)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nov 01-Apr 30... Weekly rate $1250-$1500 depending on number of guests
May 01-Oct 3... Weekly rate $900-$1250 3 night min.$600
Christmas and Easter $1750/week. Additional nights $225 per night.
Long term rates may be available on request.
Plus a $500, fully refundable damage deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Playa Grande Beachfront House
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Playa Grande
We are beach lovers who have been regular visitors to Costa Rica since 1980. We love the country and the people and have many good "Tico" friends in the area. This is the second home that we have owned in the country. We chose Playa Grande because it is still laid back and not inundated with tourists. We are nature lovers and the fact that Playa Grande is a nesting area for the leatherback turtles was a big draw. We also prefer the drier climate of Guanacaste to other more humid beaches in the country.
The Unique Benefits at this House
For me, Costa Rica is one of the most magical places on earth. It is the simple things that I find so magical. I love to go out to the beach at night with a beach towel. I spread it out, lay down and just gaze at the incredible sky. You've never seen so many stars! I love the walks I take down simple trails where I have learned to "listen". The sounds of nature are incredible at our home in Playa Grande. You'll hear a dozen different birds singing before you ever see them. If you follow the sound, you'll be delighted to discover the creature who's making it. Laying in the hammock, I've had blue jays come eat out of my hand. An iguana sunning himself on the roof, the swarms of dragon flies that occasion the beach, the baby turtles hatching, monkeys grazing in the trees in front of the house, displaying their complex social behavior openly for you to observe, a pair of geckos mating on the ceiling in our living room, then falling in their ecstasy - these simple things are what make our Playa Grande home special to me. The area now has all the comforts of home, but nature is still alive and well in Playa Grande. For me, this is where I nourish my soul.
Owner's Map of Playa Grande
Your hosts are David and Rebecca Campbell. We're retired. We sold our tree farm in Oregon, and now spend most of our time in Costa Rica.
When we are not in Costa Rica, your hosts at our vacation home will be Kelly and David Dodge - our daughter and her husband. They have been living in Costa Rica for 12+ years and teach school at La Paz Community School. They know Costa Rica well, and are happy to assist with travel questions and concerns, tours, etc.
Property Photos
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- Playa Grande Beachfront. Picture taken in front of the house. - Guanacaste Beachfront Home Rental in Costa Rica
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- View from the beachside of the house - Guanacaste Beachfront Home Rental in Costa Rica
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- Sunset in front of the house (untouched photo) - Guanacaste Beachfront Home Rental in Costa Rica
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- Living area
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- Living Area
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- Bedrooms have king size beds
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- Mater bedroom
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- New Costa Rican hardwood countertop and sink.
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- Close up of hardwood sink and countertop in the kitchen.
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- Master bath with hardwood sink
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- Garden/green zone in front of the house.
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- Handpainted mural on wall.
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- part of mural
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- Howler monkey in the front yard
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- A short walk to the Tamarindo estuary.
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- At the estuary.
Traveler Reviews (1)
Guest: Jane Wright
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Date of Stay: 03/23/07
Review Submitted: 03/23/07
Kelly and David, We had a wonderful time here. The place is paradise. You and David are terrific. We will definitely be back. Thanks for everything. We all hate to leave. Love, Jane, Judi, Patti, Janet, and Kitty
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