Outddoor living area features ocean views and is enclosed by tropical gardens
Location: Playa Conchal, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America (50 min from Liberia Airport, 15 min from Tamarindo)
Accommodations: House, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 5 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
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Welcome to Villa Catalina, a 4 bedroom, 5 bath luxury home in the heart of a 2,400 acre gated beach/golf resort and nature preserve.
Your backyard touches the jungle-fringed Garra de Leon Golf Course designed by Robert Trent Jones II, which is consistently ranked as a top 100 golf course in the world.
Views from the villa sweep to the ocean and Catalina Islands while the tropical gardens surrounding the home create a private sanctuary visited by an exotic assortment of birds and butterflies.
A large, fan-cooled shaded veranda wraps the infinity pool, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the setting and the incredible year-round tropical climate.
Take in the sights and sounds of Costa Rican wildlife from the pool deck--howler monkeys, parrots, spoonbills, herons and coatamundis.
Relax and enjoy this spacious, well equipped home or use it as a launching pad for discovering a little more of the area. Walk to the typical town of Brasilito or head to Reserva Conchal's beautiful white sand beach to enjoy the sun and clear, warm water.
The white sand beach at Reserva Conchal is the most pristine in the area. The turquoise water is bath temperature, inviting you to swim, snorkel, sail or go kayaking.
Guests have unlimited access to the Reserva Conchal Beach Club which offers a lap pool, children's pool, Spa, hot and cold soaking pools, gym, locker rooms, two restaurants and a cocktail bar. Steps from the beach, it is the perfect setting to spend a leisurely day in the sun (or shade). Enjoy a cold drink by the pool or have one delivered to your lounge on the sand--the Beach Club staff will indulge you.
Golf, horseback riding, snorkeling, deep sea fishing, sailing, ATV and canopy tours, babysitting and catering or chef service can all be arranged through the villa's concierge.
The villa employs a full-time housekeeper and gardener. All cleaning fees are included in rental price.
Please visit our website for more information.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Home is fully air conditioned. Also, ceiling fans throughout the interior and on the veranda and balconies make indoor/outdoor living very comfortable.
- Linens Provided : 400 thread count bed linens, bath and beach towels for the villa's pool. Towel service is avaiable at Beach Club for use at the beach.
- Washer : Full size washer and dryer in laundry room. Housekeeper will keep linens and towels freshly laundered.
- Dryer : Electric dryer
- Garage : Room for 1 car, has automatic door.
- Covered Parking : Circle drive with covered entrance to the villa
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : Quality mattress with 450 thread count sheets
- Queen Bed (3) : Quality mattresses with 450 thread count sheets
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : inflatable beds
- Crib : Portable crib available
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Large, marble hot and cool soaking tubs at the Beach Club
- Sauna : Sauna at the Beach Club
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library : Good selection of DVDs for children and adults.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool : Home looks out to private infinity pool surrounded by tropical gardens.
- Shared Pool : Lap pool and gradual entry children's pool at the Beach Club
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Granite counters, stainless steel appliances and extra bar seating. Fully equipped for cooking meals and full selection of barware. Two bar blenders for tropical drinks.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Well stocked kitchen with all necessary cooking tools, barware, juicer, blenders
- Refrigerator : Property managers can pre-stock the refrigerator before your arrival.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available : Home catering or private chef services can be arranged.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Grill fresh, local steaks and seafood.
- Deck/Patio : Covered veranda adjoins pool deck equipped with ceiling fans and outdoor seating.
- Balcony (3) : Second floor bedrooms have private balconies with seating and overhead fans. Ocean views.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : Home looks over greenery to the ocean. Very private setting, 24 hour security.
- Golf Course Front : Golf course creates a green belt from the house to the ocean, home to roseate spoonbills, parrots and egrets--It feels like a wildlife sancturary.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 5000 square foot indoor/outdoor living space, park-like setting, beautiful views, daily maid service, membership privileges at Reserva Conchal Beach Club with pools, Spa, full gym, bar and restaurants. Paid access available to the Westin all-inclusive resort.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Ground floor bedroom has its own bathroom and same-floor access to kitchen, living room, family room and patio.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Custom (removable) wheelchair ramps are available for entrance.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed : Smoking outdoors only.
- Activities
- Golf
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Pristine white sand beach, free access to Reserva Conchal Beach Club (lap pool, children's pool, Spa, fitness center, locker rooms, hot and cold soaking pools, 2 restaurants and bar). Paid access to new Westin Resort, golf course and tennis courts available.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 1-Oct 31 (excluding holidays) .. $3500/week
Nov 01-Dec 21 ....................... $4500/week
Holiday (Dec 22, 2011-Jan 05, 2013) ... $7500/week
Jan 06-Apr 30 ........................ $4500/week
Easter (April 1-8, 2012) ..........$6,000/week
FULL TIME HOUSEKEEPER, GARDENER BEACH CLUB MEM INCLUDED
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Playa Conchal
The owners built this home to take advantage of the lovely setting and ocean views offered by the Reserva Conchal preserve. It is the location of one of the most beautiful white sand beaches in Costa Rica. They wanted to be able to accommodate a group of friends or an extended family comfortably.The location is further enhanced by the proximity to the prestigious Garra de Leon (RTJII designed) Golf Ccourse and, more recently, the beautiful Reserva Conchal Beach Club.
The Unique Benefits of this House
The large covered patio at the rear of the house offers a incredible views, with sunrise and sunset colors reflecting in the infinity pool. The home is surrounded by a mature tropical gardens filled with fruit trees and blooming plants. The interior is spacious, professionally decorated and fully air-conditioned. Bedrooms have private baths and ocean view balconies. Guests enjoy all the amenities of the Reserva Conchal Beach Club, with a cocktail bar, two restaurants, a lap pool, children's pool, gym, locker room, soaking tubs and Spa right next to the beautiful white sand Playa Conchal beach.
Property Photos
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- Outddoor living area features ocean views and is enclosed by tropical gardens - Playa Conchal Vacation House Rental
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- Villa Catalina is 400 meters from the ocean in a private oasis - Playa Conchal Vacation House Rental
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- Home opens to the pool deck and outdoor living areas - Playa Conchal Vacation House Rental
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- Living Room offers plasma tv, dvd and book library, stereo with iPod adapter
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- Kitchen features stainless appliances and large granite island work space
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- Casual seating off kitchen. Wireless internet throughout home.
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- Spacious bedrooms feature balconies and walk in closets
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- All bedrooms are ensuite, with private baths
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- Comfortable beds and "black out" curtains ensure a great night's sleep
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- Lush tropical gardens surround the villa
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- Backyard view of Robert Trent Jones II designed Garra de Leon Golf Course
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- Reserva Conchal beach--2 miles of white sand and warm water
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- Step into the Beach Club from the sand for a shower, lunch or cool drink
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- Relax by the pool at the Beach Club or have a lounge moved to the beach.
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- The Ahula Spa at the Beach Club offers massage and body treatments.
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- The Beach Club bar--a great place to cool off right next to the beach.
Traveler Reviews (7)
40 and Fabulous!
Guest: 40 and Fabulous!
(Houston,Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/08/11
Review Submitted: 08/15/11
My girlfriends and I just got back from a wonderful time at Villa Catalina in Reserva Conchal. We celebrated my 40th birthday!! The amenties exceeded our expectations and the people and lifestyle are Pura Vida! Although we were there during the rainy season our activiites were not interrupted by the showers of rain that only lasted moments and left the gounds LUSH! A far cry from our home in hot dry Houston. Thanks to Gregory the conceirge and all the staff!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful stay at Villa Catalina!
Guest: Sarah
(Norfolk, VA)
Date of Stay: 11/05/10
Review Submitted: 01/24/11
My family enjoyed a wonderful week at Villa Catalina in November 2010. Villa Catalina is beautifully maintained, inside and out. Each of the 4 spacious bedrooms had its own full bathroom and balcony/outdoor sitting area. The kitchen was gorgeous and fully stocked – granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, large island with additional seating and fully stocked w/ tools. The dining/kitchen area is very open and conducive to a festive atmosphere while cooking and eating. All of the little touches, like providing bath/pool towels, pool “toys,” dish soap, laundry detergent, etc. made everything so convenient, too. It was such a relief to not have to pack or buy that stuff when we arrived. We thoroughly enjoyed amenities like the private pool, access to the golf course, daily maid/landscaping service, free shuttle rides from the villa to the Beach Club, gated security, in-house laundry room, etc. We also took advantage of the Reserva’s chef service and had two of their chefs prepare a delicious seafood feast in the villa for us one night – and they cleaned up, too! The owners and property managers also went out of their way to make our stay extra comfortable and special. I had my 14-month-old daughter w/ us, so we had a few special things we needed just for her - highchair, crib and milk. The owners made sure that the crib and highchair were set up at the villa when we arrived – they even had baby sheets that fit perfectly so we didn’t have to bring them, and the maid even made up her little crib with new sheets each day! Milk was my big concern, and the property manager took the time to make a personal trip to a nearby market to stock the fridge w/ a week’s worth of organic soy milk for us before we arrived. Reserva Conchal is a very short distance to Brasilito – quick cab ride, or about a mile (adventurous) walk. We enjoyed some beach time and several lunches/dinners there. It is about a 15-20 minute cab ride to Tamarindo, where you’ll find more shops and restaurants. Tamarindo is also great for those interested in surfing/paddle-boarding – you can rent there. The Reserva was also very willing to arrange excursions – we did a canopy tour and horseback riding. The nice thing about Villa Catalina is that you can really make your vacation as laid back or as adventurous as you want. It was a truly beautiful home in a majestic setting. I hope to have the opportunity to visit again someday!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Nicole and Jeremy Fiala
(Sunnyvale, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/25/09
Review Submitted: 08/25/09
We just returned from our honeymoon in lovely Costa Rica. When we arrived at Reserva Conchal it was like being in paradise. The landscaping was beautiful and it was in a secure area close to the cute town of Brasilito, where we later had many sunset dinners on the beach. We arrived at Villa Catalina in the evening and the house was pleasantly lit and awaiting our arrival. The home was nicely decorated and the concierge and management team was very helpful. It was wonderful to cook dinners, sit by the pool, and enjoy a glass of wine on the balcony. We enjoyed many dips in the pool, sunrise views over the ocean and golf course, a few rounds of golf, and of course many trips to the lovely crushed-shell beach. It was such a romantic setting, but we also plan to return and enjoy the whole house with other couples in the future. I would highly recommend this relaxing, Costa Rican get-away. Thanks for the wonderful memories!
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09
Review Submitted: 02/20/09
We were able to stay at this house for a month and it is the nicest rental we have ever taken. The house is grand, simply and beautifully decorated, perfectly sited and immaculately taken care of. There is lovely rattan and deck furniture, abundant shade during all times of the day and many outside fans to keep the air moving all situated around the infinity pool. We particularly enjoyed morning and sunset outside. Most of all it is warm and comforting; the type of place where you drive up to a gorgeous house with expansive tropical gardens, breathe a sigh of relief and say- I'm home.
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Pura Vida - Costa Rica
Guest: A.Explorer
(Aptos, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/24/08
Review Submitted: 11/20/08
We found Villa Catalina at Playa Conchal to be a beautiful place surrounded with so much natural beauty. We had so much fun exploring the Arenal Volcano, beaches and all the activities that Play Conchal has to offer. We felt in love with the house as soon as we arrived. It was very beautiful and comfortable. The maid service was a plus to our comfort during our stay. We left Villa Catalina relaxed and re-energized with a desired to come back again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Relaxation, Rejuvination, Rehabilitation
Guest: horsey conchita
(Las Vegas, NV)
Date of Stay: 02/19/08
Review Submitted: 11/02/08
When I sauntered down to Costa Rica, Villa Catalina at Reserva Conchal to be specific, I was in need of some R&R. I was coming to the completion of a 2-year MBA and working. A comfortable, turn-key vacation sounded very, very appealing. Fortunately I had the right combo of fellow vacationers and accommodations. Villa Catalina is virtually spotless with gorgeous marble floors, pretty furnishings and a full-time housekeeper to keep everything fresh and shiny. I stayed in the "rancho" which is a casita that is attached to the house by a plant-filled breezeway and was really lovely. I had a lot of privacy in the rancho but at the same time felt connected to the other members of my group. Every morning we'd wake up, sit on the patio with our Costa Rican coffee and enjoy the beautiful view. What makes it nice is that the house is on a golf course so you feel like you are on a 100-acre property rather than jammed into a tract-home area. The amenities were great at Villa Catalina. Through the concierge I was able to go on a zip line-trip (highly, highly recommended) and took a very magical half-day horseback ride on the beach. I also snorkeled and hung out on the white sand beach that is close to the house. There is a really international flair in the area and I met quite a number of Canadians, Europeans and South Americans. I suppose Costa Rica has become an international destination. If nightlife is desired in your experience as it is in mine, Tamarindo is a quick drive down the road and has plenty of nightclubs and evening haunts. You can also shop and get the requisite chatchkies there to take home to relatives. I had a fantastic meal in Flamingo Beach and there are plenty of gourmet restaurants to choose from. However, we cooked in the Villa Catalina most nights as the kitchen was pretty buffed out and the fresh produce in Costa Rica is delicious. We often mixed rice, mango, avocado and some chicken and had a nice meal on the back patio next to the infinity pool. (Most nights were spent eating, drinking wine and sitting under the prolific stars. There was actually an eclipse while I was there, too cool!) I'm not a golfer but my uncle golfed and seemed very impressed with the course. I would recommend this house to friends. In fact, it was a little depressing to come home to Vegas where I live. I live in a nice home but Villa Catalina is so new and clean makes one look at their own home and asses things a bit. I will go back soon.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
We Loved This Place..
Guest: J_Ramonda
(Los Gatos, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/29/08
Review Submitted: 10/04/08
Beautiful, spacious, comfortable…Villa Catalina was perfect for our stay. I loved waking up in the morning to the sound of birds and howler monkeys. It was nice having a cup of Costa Rican coffee on the veranda while deciding what to do for the day. We had lots of activities to choose from; exploring the nearby villages, driving to the thermal hot springs and mud baths, sailing, canopy tours or sun bathing (by the pool, at the beach or at the beach club). We ended every day on the veranda with a glass of wine, watching the sun set. Villa Catalina has it ALL. –Janine Ramonda and friends. Los Gatos, California
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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