Location: Jaco, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (15 minute drive from Jaco)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Two-Story House, casa, casita
Why stay in a hotel when you can stay in a house on the beach with a private pool for less? The grounds are private and have a picturesque view of the ocean and surrounding hills. You will enjoy listening to the waves because the house is very close to the beach. Directly in front of the house the beach is rocky, but you can walk a short distance down the beach to enjoy sandy beaches.
This home is great for small or large groups. If you have a very large group, you can also rent my house next door that sleeps 6 - VRBO #58219
The house is in a small town called Tarcoles that is less than a 15-minute drive from Jaco. Tarcoles Beach is the closest pacific coast beach from the San Jose airport.
This house has:
* Two kitchens, 3 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms with a/c, sleeps 9+ people
* Two good quality queen sized air mattresses are also available
* Main floor - 1 bedroom with a double bed and 1 bedroom with a double/twin custom built bunk bed designed to be suitable for adults and children, 2 bathrooms w/hot water, a large kitchen, and the living room
* Upstairs - 2 double beds, a small kitchen, bathroom, and balcony. The bathroom upstairs has not been remodeled yet and only has cold water.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: canopy tours, Manuel Antonio National Park, Carara Biological Reserve, horseback riding, fishing, surfing, whitewater rafting, crocodile safaris, bird watching tours, volcano and hot springs, golf, island boat tours, snorkeling, biking, hiking, and orchid plantations.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT: The property manager speaks English and Spanish. She can help you arrange car rentals, transportation to/from the airport, and tours.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Bedrooms
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Double Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed : Custom built bed double/single bed suitable for adults and children. Double on bottom and twin on top.
- Convertible Bed (2) : There are 2 nice air mattresses available.
- Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2) : The downstairs kitchen has a cooktop, but no oven. However there is a toaster oven. The upstairs kitchen has a cooktop.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator (2)
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : The house is directly on the beach but the beach is very rocky.
- Communications
- Telephone : You have to use a calling card to call long distance.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Canopy Tours, Crocodile Safaris, Bird Watching Tours, Volcano/Hot Springs, National Parks, Carara Biological Reserve, Island Boat Tours
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Dec-Apr .. $180/nt (3 nt minimum) .. $950/wk. ..$3,000/month
May-Sep .. $160/nt (3 nt minimum) .. $850/wk..$2,800/month
Oct-Nov .. $140/nt (3 nt minimum) .. $ 750/wk..$2,400/month
Weekly Rates Based Upon 4 or Less Adults, Each Additional
Adult Pays $30/wk More.
10% DISCOUNT FOR SENIORS (60+) and AIRLINE EMPLOYEES
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- View of Pool and Beach From the Balcony - Jaco, Costa Rica - Vacation Condo Rental - Better Than a Hotel
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- Kitchen on Main Floor - Jaco, Costa Rica - Vacation Condo Rental - Better Than a Hotel
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- Living room - Jaco, Costa Rica - Vacation Condo Rental - Better Than a Hotel
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- Bathroom on Main Floor
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- Beach in front of house
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- Upstairs kitchen
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- Second bathroom
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- One of bedrooms on main floor
Traveler Reviews (8)
Nice, but
Guest: John and Ann
(Basalt, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 01/13/12
Review Submitted: 01/24/12
We just spent a week at this rental in the small fishing village of Tarcoles. the pool and grounds were so pretty and well kept. The house was very dated. It was clean but the beds were soft and the plumbing needed desperate attention. Patri and her workers were very attentive and kept the outside very clean. We have traveled in other remote places and weren't too surprised about most things, but amazed that others had rated it as a 5 star, outside yes, inside no way.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers.
Canadians
Guest: Marly
(Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/18/11
Review Submitted: 01/21/12
My family and I had a wonderful time in Tarcoles. Patri the caretaker was more than helpful during our stay. She arranged tours for us and answered our numerous questions. The staff that kept the pool land grounds clean were very friendly. We were within a 5 minute walk to Outback Jacks restaurant and it was one of our favorite dining spots. Our only complaint would be that our air conditioners didn't seem to keep up with the heat. I think if we had mentioned this earlier Patri would have resolved the problem. All in all we had a great stay. I think that anyone staying here should have a vehicle as the beach area isn't as nice as others nearby.
Recommended for:Families with young children.
Great Vacation Getaway!
Guest: Becky
(Maine, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 06/08/11
This was our first time in Costa Rica and we really enjoyed our stay at "Casa Cabo Alto"! The pool was refreshing after our daily excursions and the views of the Pacific were awesome. The grounds were well maintained by the staff on a daily basis and they were very helpful in getting us extra items that we needed. It was exciting to wake up to macaws eating almonds from the alomond trees on the property, and picking fresh mangos was fun. We even managed to get a couple of coconuts down from the tree next to the pool! The air-conditioned bedrooms were a comfortable place to lay your head at night. The washing machine was a nice feature and we used it several times. We found several food markets and a pharmacy within a short drive and there was a fun bar/restuarant within walking distance that we enjoyed several meals at. I would highly recommend a local crocodile tour and ziplining tour that the property manager can help set up for you. Overall, we had a great experience here and would highly recommend it!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Perfect Location
Guest: Soup
(CT)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 06/01/11
This house was plenty big enough for our group of 8 - The pool and beach were beautiful - we were able to walk on the beach as far as we wanted in either direction. There was a bar within walking distance and many main tourist attractions are within an hour drive.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers.
Great Time!
Guest: jb
(CT)
Date of Stay: 05/21/11
Review Submitted: 06/01/11
We stayed for one week at the house with a group of 8 people and had a great time. We could pick mangos and lemons from the trees in the backyard and you could routinely see the Macaws eating in the almond trees in the backyard. The staff was great, Patricia was extremely helpful and available. She can help book any tour or adventure you may want to do. Hara, the groundskeeper, was also extremely helpful and friendly. The 'house' pets were also a welcome surprise. Pinto kept a watchful eye over us and we all felt safe with them around. Overall we had an amazing time.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Fun Place to Stay
Guest: Judy
(Rexburg, Idaho 83440)
Date of Stay: 12/27/10
Review Submitted: 02/02/11
Our family of 12 had a wonderful week at both of this owner's properties. The four kids ages 9-15 enjoyed the pools, hunting crabs on the beach, and the spacious upstairs with its huge beds and own kitchen. For those interested in cooking or barbequing their own food, the outdoor covered patio and supplied kitchen offer everything needed. The proximity to groceries and stores at nearby Herradura and Jaco, and to various activities and swimmable beaches close to the houses provide for an excellent vacation. The property manager was excellent in taking care of anything needed for the houses, making arrangments for car rentals and excursions, and checking with us daily.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
THE TARCOLES EXPERIENCE
Guest: Jerry War
(Twin Lakes, WI USA)
Date of Stay: 02/09/10
Review Submitted: 04/02/10
If you are looking for a real Costa Rican experience this is the place to stay. Away from the bustling scene of Jaco you can relax in this charming fishing village. With the new controlled access toll road you can get from the airport car rental facility to the village in just over an hour. The tolls are reasonable and well worth the price. The village is easy to find since the Tarcoles River is well-known for its croc population. The rental comes with a small very helpful staff. They can show you the village and what it has to offer. Tired of too much serenity the staff can tell you about the many sites and activities the area has to offer. Jaco is the nearest large tourist town with plenty of shops and restaurants. It is an easy 15 minute ride south down the coastal highway. The highway is newly paved, striped and marked with road reflectors for night time driving. The village of Tarcoles has several very good restaurants some only minutes walking distance away from the rental. The staff shows up daily (the staff has Sundays off) to clean the outside of the property. You are on your own on the interior of the property although for a small additional fee inside cleaning is available. Like to cook your own fresh fish? The main part of the village has a fresh fish market with an extensive variety of local fish. The are open daily, but get there before noon on Sunday. The main part of the village also has a grocery store with all of the necessary products to prepare a real Costa Rican meal if cooking is your thing. Or if you just like to have something around for a light lunch or breakfast they have all you need. The rental is very versatile. You can live the life of a Tico, or you can do the tourist scene, or you can mix it up a bit. In any event you will have a relaxing, comfortable and clean place to stay at the end to your day. A car is recommended but not required. Make your transportation arrangements before you arrive so you can get around without delays. Oops! I almost forgot. If the almond trees on the property are setting their nuts you will be greeted with a raucous display of macaws feeding in the trees. Have your camera ready for some great photo opportunities. In fact never be without you camera. Even a quiet walk on the seashore will provide for some never to be forgotten pictures. Pura Vida and have fun.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+.
Family Vacation 2010
Guest: Connie B
(Riverton,Utah)
Date of Stay: 01/29/10
Review Submitted: 03/30/10
We really enjoyed our time at this home and appreciated Susan (owners info and help). The area was what we expected and about 20 minutes north of Jaco, right on the beach- lovely sunsets every night. We also had vrbo #58219 right next door and this arrangement worked perfectly for our family of 9 adults and 2 babies. This was a great vacation and we loved Costa Rica, had a great time on a zipline with 25 lines that Patri the property manager setup of us, also a crocodile tour that was great. Gino the maintance guy was very helpful and loved to talk to us about his country, very interesting.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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