Location: Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America (Walk to beach, surf, restaurant, bars, banks in 5-10 minutes) View Map
Accommodations: Studio, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 4 Baths (Sleeps 1-10)
Keywords: surf cabin, surf shack, cabana, Cabina, apartment, hotel, room, villa, pool, surf, bike, tamarindo, costa rica, surf package, surf vacation, surfboards
Harry's El Escondite is a secluded 4-plex of studio-apartment style cabinas in famous Playa Tamarindo, Costa Rica and is a favorite 'hideout' for both returning surfers and first timers. El Escondite has accommodations for individuals up to a party of 10 in 4 cabinas.
All guests get free use of surfboards and bicycles. A surf guide and lessons are also available for those new to the area or to the joys of surfing.
El Escondite is located at the end of a quiet and private dead-end road; just a short walk to the surf breaks and the attractions in downtown Tamarindo.
Each cabina can sleep up to 3 people and has a kitchen, large bathroom with hot water, air-conditioning and cable TV.
The 'Blue Cabina' is furnished with a king-sized bed and a comfortable sofa bed.
The 'Orange Cabina' has a king-sized bed and a single bed.
The 'Green Cabina' has a full-sized bed.
The 'Red Cabina' has a double-sized bed and a single bed.
El Escondite also has laundry facilities, phones and internet access.
A pool, BBQ and hammocks round out a perfect place to hangout after surfing.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : With timer and remote control.
- Linens Provided : Extra high count sheets in each room
- Washer : Shared
- Dryer : Shared
- Off Street Parking : Safe private parking outside cabinas
- Beds
- King Bed (2) : In the 'Blue' and 'Orange' rooms.
- Double Bed (3) : 1 in the'Orange' room, 1 in the'Red' room and 1 in the 'Green' room.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : 1 in the'Orange' room and 1 in the'Red room.
- Convertible Bed : In the 'Blue' room.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Cable channels in english.
- DVD
- Video Library : Over 50 surf movies to enjoy.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Large music collection for iPods.
- Shared Pool : Deep pool.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Newly renovated in 2008.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance : On Skype
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Surfboards, lessons and guide Bicycles Coffee maker, microwave oven, toaster
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Smoking Allowed : With widows open or outside.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Cabina includes Free Surf Boards & Bicycles
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Regular rates per cabina:
1 person, $60/night, $360/week.
2 people, $80/night, $480/week.
3 people, $100/night, $600/week.
Long term rentals available, ask for Monthly rates.
All inclusive with free use of surfboards and bicycles.
Surf lessons and guide available.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Complete Surf Vacations, Cabinas, Surfboards, Lessons & Guide
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Tamarindo
Tamarindo Beach in Costa Rica has a unique combination of consistent off-shore winds for surfing and easy access to amenities and services without the need for a car but still having the feeling of a small laid back community.
There are plenty of bars, restaurants, banks, shops and surf breaks; all within walking distance.
The Unique Benefits at this Studio
The 'El Escondite' grounds was established in 2001 and over the years has been expanded, renovated and improved to keep up with needs of clients.
The cabinas are Tico style with outdoor living kept in mind yet has all modern the conveniences expected from a quality hotel.
Relax and hideout at this quiet, private and secluded villa. All guests have free access to surfboards, bicycles, beach towels and bamboo mats.
Take a day to go fishing and have Pedro's serve your catch for dinner on the beach. Authentic Tico seafood restaurant. www.TamarindoFishing.net
Favorite bar for watching the sunsets. On the beach with great food and beer prices.
ATM, cash machine dispenses dollars and colones with any bank, credit or debit card.
Best grocery store in Tamarindo. Cheaper than the others and good selection of products.
Open until 11:00 PM. Best selection and prices for cold beer, wine and liquors. They have mix and party snacks too.
Owner's Map of Tamarindo
In the beginning I came to Tamarindo Beach to take time off from skiing. A knee injury had forced me to leave my home in Whistler, B.C. to pursue other activities during the winter.
I tried surfing while recovering here in Tamarindo and ended up preferring the waves over snow and the beach over the mountains.
Over the years I've grown to love this small beach town and eventually decided to move down permanently. El Escondite means "the Hideout" in Spanish and that was the start of Harry's hideaway.
Property Photos
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- Watch the monkeys from the deep private pool with lounge area - Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica - Cabina near the Beach of the Gold Coast!
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- Tropical jungle setting with large trees, walk to beach - Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica - Cabina near the Beach of the Gold Coast!
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- The Blue Cabina has a kingsize bed and extra sofa bed - Tamarindo, Guanacaste, Costa Rica - Cabina near the Beach of the Gold Coast!
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- The Blue Cabina with a fully equipped kitchen and air-conditioning
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- The Blue Cabina's full private bathroom
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- The Blue Cabina's patio with additional outdoor dining area
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- The Blue Cabina's patio and hammock for lounging after surf
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- Pool in a garden setting with jacuzzi style seating & additional outdoor shower
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- The Orange Cabina has a king size bed and a single bed.
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- The Orange Cabina with full kitchen and air-conditioning
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- The Orange Cabina has a large private bathroom
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- The Orange Cabina's patio and hammock
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- The Orange Cabina's large oudoor lounging area
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- The Garden Patio with lounge chairs for sunbathing & wild life watching
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- Free use of quality surfboards & bikes for all guests
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- Villa Layout of Harry's El Escondite
Traveler Reviews (93)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Ryan_HAC114160
(Breckenridge, CO)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07
Review Submitted: 11/14/07
Harry: you rock man. your place looks even better in person than it does online. all the ammenities we could want- LOTS of boards and bikes too. but the most valuable service you offer your guests is your expert local knowledge. from where to eat, surf, and grab a brew to how to solve computer problems, harry is on top of it. i would definitely reccommend harry's as a place for first-timers to costa rica. i couldnt be happier with my experience.
Recommended for:
Awesome
Guest: Josh
(Nashville, TN USA)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11
Review Submitted: 01/12/12
Seriously, I stayed for two weeks over the holidays with my girlfriend and we had a great time. We didn't venture very far from Tamarindo the whole time and had plenty to do. Harry was a great host and helped us with everything we needed. The cabina was clean and a perfect place for unwinding after long days in the sun. The new lookout deck proved to be really useful and is a great touch. We'll definitely be staying at Harry's the next time we go to Tamarindo.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Best vacation ever!
Guest: gerrard & sylvia
(toronto)
Date of Stay: 11/12/11
Review Submitted: 12/06/11
My boyfriend and i got back from Harry's about 2 weeks ago and we still haven't stopped talking about it, Tamarindo was our best vacation ever! Harry's place was everything we were looking for, very laid back, the cabinas were very spacious and had everything we needed ie; air conditioner, full kitchenette, a huge shower,wireless internet, satellite t.v. ( if you even have time to watch), king size bed, etc..Our cabina had privacy and beautiful greenery and plants all around not to mention the pool and the roof top deck with bbq, where many nights we just hung out having some drinks..Harry has lots of bikes and surf boards for free use at any time which is key and a bike is all you need to get around in Tamarindo... Our next vacation was gonna be Australia next year but after staying at Harry's we scrapped that idea and we're going back to Tamarindo and Harry's El Escondite! We couldn't ask for anything more, the weather,the amazing beaches(especially if you don't like crowds),the food and it's safe, the people who live here are so friendly!, and you can't beat the price!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Great price for a cute place
Guest: Jett
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 02/14/11
Review Submitted: 09/12/11
Harry was super welcoming. Having the the surf boards and bikes was a definite plus! It's about a 5 to 10 minute bike ride down to the beach, but that makes it quieter at night.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Amazing 2 weeks
Guest: SudburyBound
(Sudbury, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/07/11
Review Submitted: 03/23/11
Me and my spouse went to harry's for a two week holiday and what can I say, im still having issues coping with the working life. Lots of great things to do and best of all harry's knowdlege about the area The rodeo on the last night was the icing on the cake. Harry have a beer for me at nogui's and hopefully i will see you soon.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Harry's Place Is Great
Guest: Rex
(SOCAL)
Date of Stay: 12/18/10
Review Submitted: 01/30/11
Harry's places are a trip. Not luxuary by any means but mildly rustic perfection in its own funky way. Both Harry the owner and the location are what it is all about. If you are high maintenance skip it. If you are all about having one hell of a kicked back and off-the-grid break from things then you could not do any better than hanging with Harry and the crew that rents his places. Lots of respect and lots of fun. My wife and I went for our 25th wedding anniversery and could not have wished for more.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Harry's hiding place
Guest: Ken & Karen
(Fort Myers, Florida)
Date of Stay: 12/03/10
Review Submitted: 01/20/11
We stayed in the orange cabina for 5 days and enjoyed every minute. Harry's provides a real Costa Rica get away with the beautiful natural setting and his relaxed manner. Our cabina was comfortable and provided all of the comforts of home. It was nice having A/C when we needed it. Don't the dog got to know us the first day and greeted us with a smile and wagging tail from there on. The cat liked getting to know some new folks too. We felt very safe at Harry's and will stay there and nowhere else. Thanks Harry for the great local advice and nice stay in Tamarindo.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Intimate tropical paradise with surfboards , bikes ,pool
Guest: vicky & brian
(seminole florida USA)
Date of Stay: 11/11/10
Review Submitted: 11/28/10
Harry's El Escondite is great. We loved the pool and the beautiful landscaping around it. It truly was a tropical paradise. We enjoyed the small intimate setting much better than the large resorts . Harry was the most sociable host, always helpful with suggestions of where to eat or drink; he truly added to the enjoyment of the trip. Our Cabina was private, spacious, clean and had everything we needed, plus he has surfboards & bicycles. It is close and convenient to everything in town. The patio with a hammock and large seating area was a great place to relax when not enjoying the pool. Everyone should go to Harry's; its the best place to stay in Tamarindo. We are planning our return trip already. But now that the secrets out, we hope we can still get a reservation. Our favorite places to eat & drink were Kahiki, Nogui's on the beach, and the smoothie shack.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Harry's Ell Escondite
Guest: Odin
(Houston, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 11/07/10
Harry’s was great!! My wife and I had a terrific vacation due to Harry’s hospitality and local know-how. Harry took the time to walk us through Tamarindo on our first day to show us around. Any advice Harry gives about local cuisine, surf spots or tours is golden. The cabina we stayed in (green) was super clean and the a/c made everything comfortable. We loved the pool and used the bikes and surfboards everyday. We would go back to Harry’s in a heartbeat. Thanks again Harry!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
relaxing and quiet
Guest: sarah
(little rock)
Date of Stay: 09/11/10
Review Submitted: 09/20/10
We loved our stay at Harry's. it was low season so we were there all by ourselves in the blue cabina. Harry is an excellent host. we loved the dog and cat who stayed in our cabina some. we hope to come back soon. We spent our 1 year anniversay there. great relaxing time.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers.
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