Location: Santa Teresa, Mal Pais Area, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (We are across the street from El Pulpo Pizza, on the beach.) View Map
Accommodations: House, Estate, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Paradise Waits is located on the Nicoya Peninsula is the heart of the Santa Teresa beach community. This is a Surfer's Dream property with waves to the right and left and when its 20' or bigger right out front. Enjoy walking the miles of pristine white sand beaches as you soak up sun and admire the natural costal surroundings. The Nicoya is famous for its natural beauty as well as its international community which brings high class art, music, and food from around the world.
The 3 bedroom, 3 bath private estate is newly renovated for the season. The Bedrooms are all very large with sitting areas in each one. The master has a king bed, and the second bedroom also has a King bed and the third bedroom has 2 queens. A large lanai that wraps around 3/4's of the house. Each bedroom has its own private entrance to the lanai that leads to the beach. White Granite counter tops and white marble bathrooms are just a few of the luxury quality upgrades that await this Spanish style hacienda. With a completely commercial high performance kitchen with a Subzero Fridge and a Wolf stove it is setup for entertaining many. And a chill out lounge located on the patio, that can accommodate everyone. Several different fruit trees are on the property inculding, Bananas,lemons, Papayas, avocados, guayaba, and sour sap. Situated on a quiet bay between Playa Santa Teresa and Playa Carmen. You will enjoy many species of iguanas and birds and monkeys as you make your way to the tidal pools located right out front. And epic Surf is just a 5 min. walk down the beach. This property is very unique for its so close to everything and still very private and secure. The knowledgeable onsite caretaker will be on hand to make your stay enjoyable.
Don't forget the Sunsets!!! Come together every evening with your friends and family to enjoy one of the wonders that will keep you coming back to Costa Rica.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call.
48 track Music studio available upon request call for details
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Garage
- Off Street Parking: Circle Drive.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: 6 burner Wolf Gas Stove and 36" oven. With a 36" apron Sink.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Quality Knives and Cook ware....we love to cook.
- Refrigerator: A commercial size Sub-Zero Fridge with ice-maker.
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: There are several private chefs in the area we would be happy to refer you to. A 3 min walk from the house is El Pulpo Pizza a Pizza Pasta place. If you take a right out of the driveway a good local Soda (cafe) on the left side of the rd. about a 50 meter walk. and a Austrian/Brazillian Restruant beyond that Rancho Ituana a fantastic restraunt that truly is something to write home about Brisas Del Mar. is another one to write home about located in the hills of playa carmen great restraunt/pool great food great sunsets!! And at the end of the beach you will find another one or our favorites, Millarepa...everynight is a new delight in healthy eclectic pacific rim style food.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: All gas is provided.
- Deck/Patio: This is the ideal space for yoga meditating or just relaxing outside.
- Lanai: Ours wraps around 3/4 of the house and has many different lounge spots. As well as an outdoor dinning area.
- View/Location
- Beachfront: In front of the property you will enjoy sitting in the tidal pools that are left when the tide goes out. Some are big enough for the whole family and some are just meant for my 2 year old. Once at the beach if you go to the right you will see Playa Santa Teresa, if you go left you will see a very calm bay perfect for the young and the young at heart, more gentle then the ocean where the surf is good.
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Other Amenities
- We have a Caretaker/Concierege that speaks Spanish and English fluently, he lives on the property and can help cater to your needs. As well as a guard from 6 at night to 6 a.m. for your security. A House attendent will come 6 days a week to tidy up for a few hours.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: We do not rent to persons younger then 25 yrs of age.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Please be Courteous.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Zip line...flying like superman, 7 waterfalls within 1 hour of the house, deepsea sport fishing, river hiking.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$475 a night mid sesaon rate starts Jan. 4th
50% deposit required for reservation, the final 50% due 30 days prior to checkin.
Checkin is at 2p.m. and Checkout is at 11a.m.
Cancelations loose deposit
If wanting to stay for a longer period of time please contact us
directly for a better rate.
48 track music studio available upon request call for details
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Paradise Waits....Very Private Beach Right in Santa Teresa!
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Santa Teresa
We fell in love with the natural timing of this area, the beautiful beaches, Waterfalls, and epic surf. We have traveled all over the world this was the only place that felt like home as soon as we got off the plane. We look forward to sharing our paradise with you.
The Unique Benefits at this House, Estate
The house is very spacious and is a true joy to be in. You can hear the ocean from your bed at night, its a natural lullabye. We are walking distance to restraunts and the grocery store, we have a four wheeler and bicycles that can be made avail. for you. The property is very private with green zones on both sides.
the mal pais crossraods in which you take a right at to go to Paradise Waits...2 banks, pharmacy, western Union.
4 star euro/north american fusion, right across the street from the house. Good friends own it and great food! Tell them we sent you its right next door from El Pulpo Pizza.
One of the best local surf shops in the area run by a couple from New Zealand they can cater to all your surfing and boogey board needs. Dont want to bring a board call Kina see what the rental inven
A french restraunt that needs reservations....very yummy! Down by a world class surf break called Suck Rock!
This is a wonderful swimming beach about a 20 min ride up the beach to a very desolate, prehistoric beach experience
Good food, great fun, Sports bar, lots of vegetarian entrees, and meat one too!!! Tell kevin Pam and Scott sent you...located next to Banco National at the crossroads by Franks.
Owner's Map of Santa Teresa
My husband Scott, myself Pamela, and our 3 yr old daughter Skylar Jade have made this house our home for the last 9 years. We love Costa Rica and the life it has offered us. We feel truly blessed to have lived with nature and the elements full time like we did. Now our life has created an opening that has us sharing our paradise with you. Our daughter Skylar Jade was born in Costa Rica and has duel citizenship. So we will always be very connected to this country.
Property Photos
- Open air entertaining kitchen - Santa Teresa - House on Beachfront, Enjoy the Sandy Beaches
- Gourmet commercial kitchen with 6 burner Wolf stove. - Santa Teresa - House on Beachfront, Enjoy the Sandy Beaches
- Subzero fridge with white granite countertops - Santa Teresa - House on Beachfront, Enjoy the Sandy Beaches
- Master Bedroom with King bed
- Master sitting area and outside patio
- 2nd Bedroom with King bed and deep seated bathtub
- Spa quality bathrooms with Italian white marble and blue onyx sinks and counters
- Third bedroom with two queen beds
- Another view of the 3rd bedroom with 2 queens.
- Handcrafted teak table and chairs for outdoor dining. And another sitting area.
- One of a few chill out areas on the lanai.
- Indoor outdoor patio with large table for dining and sitting areas.
- The patio looking at the beach.
- Sitting under the almendro tree enjoying the view right out front.
- View from the beach to the jungle.
- Enjoy the evening sunset ritual, in front of the property.
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