Location: Playa Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America (Villa Of The Rock is 20 mins. from Tamarindo)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Loft, 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Villa and/or Apartments
Kathy and Alan welcome you to our home “Villa of the Rock” (Villa de la Roca). We are located at the north end of Playa Grande, the second to the last house on the beach. We have a beautiful, landscaped private yard with a shell shaped “cool” pool. YLang Ylang, mango, guanabana, almond, teak and guava trees are all around you. The house is located on the beautiful Las Baulas National Park where the world’s largest leatherback turtles nest. We keep lights low at night on the beach side so the nesting mothers and emerging babies are not confused.
The house is two story, 32 feet high with large decks around three sides. The Honeymoon Suite is the top floor. It consists of large master bedroom, 19 foot ceilings, double fans, large air conditioner and cable tv. from the masterbedroom you can see everything. Bathroom has a tiled shower with hot water. The well equipped kitchen has a refrigerator, 4 burner stove/oven coffee maker, blender and toaster oven. A built-in “U” shaped conversational couch in the living room has 6 inch cushions all around for your comfort. An upstairs sleeping loft has a queen bed and a double bed and a library of more than 300 paperback books for your enjoyment during your visit. You have beautiful views of the beach, surf, pelicans and sunsets from the living room, bedroom and kitchen.
The upstairs beachside deck is 12 feet wide by 56 feet long- plenty of room for sitting, eating, relaxing, watching surf and sunsets. The deck on the pool side upstairs is 10 feet x 56 feet (we saved a big tree over the pool.
Downstairs are two large apartments, equipped with double fans, AC, dead-bolted walk-in closet, 10 foot ceilings, small kitchen with small refrigerator, double gas burners, coffee maker and toaster oven. The private baths have tiled showers with hot water. both studios has a king size bed and a single bed. area. From the king size bed you look out one set of double French doors to the beach and surf and the other set leads you to the garden and the pool. The colorful hibiscus and other plants all around the courtyard draw butterflies and hummingbirds.
The Villa can accommodate up to 10 people with the upstairs and downstairs rooms. Prices vary according to the season. Please call to talk to Alan or Kathy. We prefer the personal contact so we can best meet your needs.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : all bedrooms have ac
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : king beds in all 3 bedrooms/ loft/queen & double beds
- Queen Bed : queen in loft/library
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : cable tv with high speed wireless internet
- Private Pool : pool is mostly in the shade/ very comfortable when its 90 degrees
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : new stove/oven 4 gas burners/ apts 2 gas burners
- Cooking Utensils Provided : all the utensils needed for cooking up to 10 people
- Refrigerator : large frig upstairs. 1 small frig in each apt.
- Catering Available : possible to hire a chef with advance notice
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony : the deck upstairs i3 300 degrees/ 12 feet wide by 56 feet on the beach side/ 19 foot ceiling
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront : from every room except the bathrooms you can see the surfers, fisherman, people walking the beach, sailboats, sunsets & the kickoff to the Super Bowl. WARNING, beachfront homes in Playa Grande Estates CAN NOT see the beach, large trees & bushes to protect the turtles from the lights. all the homes north of hotel las tortugas have excellent views. also some homes are not as close to the beach as they say in there web pages. No before you go
- Communications
- Telephone : for setting up day trips & emergencies
- Broadband Internet : high speed
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : wifi available
- Other Amenities
- Amenities include a housekeeper who comes Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, There is laundry service upon request, A phone is available for emergency use with a credit cards (Visa is preferred in Costa Rica), or ATT Collect, , , There are good local restaurants in the area, We can stock your refrigerator to your order with just about anything you want, Tuesday and Friday the German Bakery stops by with great stuff, We also have a small barbecue for your use, There are 4 boogie boards available (no charge) Surf board rentals and lessons are available in the area, We will help with all of your day trips- to the volcanoes, waterfalls, river trips, horseback riding and boat trips. We have a friend who is a world class masues & accupunture lady. she is 10 min. away, reservations required. surf lessons & surf pictures by Marcel/ Matos Surf Shop 3 min.away, also Oscar, our Yellow Fin Tuna man comes once aweek, the Tuna is 5 Star, If you ask nicely, Kathy may make you some Sushi & Sasimi. o
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : no pets
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Allowed : except in the rooms
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Apartments .... $90. to $125..... (depending on time of year)
Entire House .. $300. to $500.. per night .. (depending on time of year)
Upstairs ...... from $200. per night .......
All Prices Depend on Time of Year, Amount of People and Length of Stay.
The Apartments Can Be Rented Separately or Together.
Maximum People for Entire House is 10.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1994
Kathy & I bought our piece of Paradise in 1994, we started building in march of 1996. we lived in a tent for 16 months, the time it took to build our dream home on the beach. living in a tent taught us that less is more. we lived in Sunset Beach Hawaii prior to moving to Costa Rica. we have been helping folks for many years to have a safe & wonderfull vacation. we live on site 24/7 365, to make sure that all your needs are taken care of properly.
Why the Owner Chose Playa Grande
we chose Playa Grande for its all year natural beauty, world class surf, no major taxes & most of all the PEOPLE of Costa Rica
The Unique Benefits of this House
you will enjoy privacy surrounded by very large flowering trees & bushes with genle fresh air breezes, beautifull golden sand beach 5 seconds from beachside gates, world class surf, unreal sunsets & great food.
Property Photos
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- Sunset View from Upstairs Veranda this happens a lot - Playa Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica Travel & Tourism - Vacation Villa/Apartments better than a Hotel!
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- View of Villa on the beach @ north end of Playa Grande - Playa Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica Travel & Tourism - Vacation Villa/Apartments better than a Hotel!
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- evening picture of the pool & steps to the Honeymoon suite - Playa Grande, Guanacaste, Costa Rica Travel & Tourism - Vacation Villa/Apartments better than a Hotel!
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- Downstairs studio apt looking out to the pool
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- Alan styling at Snake's Reef, world class surf right out front, 5 seconds away
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- La Roca, the view from the upstairs
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- Patio, new ceramic mosaic porch beach side downstairs, looking @ the beach & the
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- Upper View, great spot for relaxing & watching the sunsets & eating
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- Upstairs Galley Kitchen, from the sink you can watch everthing on the beach
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- beautifull sunsets, dining area, relaxing area on the balcony upstairs
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- Villa de la Roca Beachside
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- Alan at 60 years old, surfing right out front. pic is from Dec. 2009
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- Master Bedroom looking at the ocean
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- Master Bedroom big tv, large ac, 19 foot ceiling
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- Aloha Casita behind the pool
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- Queen bed & double bed In loft/library
Traveler Reviews (7)
We'd definitely stay here again!
Guest: Missy
(Ormond Beach, Florida)
Date of Stay: 06/07/11
Review Submitted: 06/23/11
We happened upon Alan along the beach at 6am, strictly by chance, after a "not so good" evening at a nearby hotel. We quickly accepted Alan's offer to relocate to his place, with the promise of a hot shower. Our three nights spent at Alan's place were comfortable and pleasant. The room was clean, cool, and comfortable. The view of the sunset from this property is absolutely amazing! Kathy's hospitality and information of the area was so greatly appreciated! She set us up with an excursion to Pallo Verde with Louis as our tour guide. This is a cannot miss!!!! if you're ever in the area. I have to say, feeding the white-face monkeys bananas was an amazing experience, and still one of the top highlights of our vacation. I am undoubtedly sure, had we not ran into Alan and moved to his place, our experience in Playa Grande would not have been a pleasant one. We will definitely contact Alan and Kathy to stay at their place on our next trip to Costa! Thank you to you both for an amazing experience!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway.
If you are Looking for Perfection in Costa Rica, Look no further!
Guest: Jill and Chris
(North Marshfield MA )
Date of Stay: 01/15/11
Review Submitted: 01/28/11
Words will not do justice to Villa de la Roca. The location, the people, the service, the weather...on and on. As a world traveler no place compares to this. The beach is sugar sand, the house sits ON THE BEACH with sunsets, moonsets extraodinaire! Having the owners on-site is the bonus no one else can offer. From the hand written maps of secret hide-aways to the in-house massages, surf lesson, fresh fish delivery, German baked goods delivery and sushi that cant be beat..... this is truely heaven on earth. The property is secluded and only minutes away from local culture, great restaurants and less than half an hour from funky beach towns along the pacific coast of Guanacaste. Too many cool places to mention. The country is clean, eco-conscience and the food is fab! We didn't see any leather back turtles but saw sea turtles, and the monkey troop came into the yard to eat fruit and entertain us! If you've never been to Costa Rica, start here and see why so many rave about it. The weather was 80-90 degrees in January although we did speak to people that went to the rain forest and were sad because....it rained?? hello?? We had 7 days of warm breezes, big waves, great sun and laughs with the gracious people of the area. We re-named Liberia airport "Cry-beria" upon departure. Don't be silly, dont miss this opportunity! E mail the owners for info as they are a dependable resource and so very very cool! Feel free to see our pics @ http://picasaweb.google.com/PowersPhotos1/CostaRicaUnedited# Kathy and Alan ....a million thanks!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Like having your own home on the beach
Guest: Tica Chica
(St. Louis, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 07/05/10
Review Submitted: 10/28/10
We have stayed with Alan and Kathy 3 times now and will be coming back this summer. Their home is so comfortable - they've thought of every detail - great beds, outside couches to read on - boogie boards - advice on good places to eat nearby. If you want to relax, walk up and down the beach, look for shells, do your own cooking of the fresh local seafood, watch a beautiful sunset start to finish, play with the neighbor's dogs, this is the place for you. It's like living the dream of owning a home on the sand, without the headaches of maintenance. Alan and Kathy used to be great hosts, now they're our friends.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway.
Amazing View, Fantastic Home, Excellent Experience
Guest: Kristy
(Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/07/10
Review Submitted: 09/14/10
My mother and I stayed in the upstairs portion of this home in early September 2010. There's not enough room here to describe our excellent experience. The property is immaculate and very charming. Alan and Kathy were great hosts, and we found it very valuable to have the owners on site to provide tips on where to eat, what to see and where to go. We never would have found some of great places without their suggestions. While we loved every aspect of the house, the views of La Roca were absolutely amazing - unbeatable location. We would definitely stay here again!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
awesome rental
Guest: Vicki Brooks
(Mineral Wells, Texas, USA)
Date of Stay: 08/08/10
Review Submitted: 08/30/10
The description of the property was right on target. The apartments were clean and in very good order. We could just walk out on to the beach. Great location and good local dinning. The owners were extremely friendly and helpful with directions and planning excursions. We would stay again.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Pura Vida (Pure Life)
Guest: Lynne
(Dawsonville, GA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/10
Review Submitted: 08/18/10
My husband and I with our children recently visited Villa of the Rock for a week long vacation. We rented the apartments below. The description as Alan posted is completely accurate, the beach is just 10 steps from the house. The porches on both the top floor and apartment floor are huge and welcoming with a beautiful view of "la roca". Alan & Kathy are gracious hosts and handled all of our excursions. The studio apartments were perfect for a couple with a small kitchenette for your use and large walk in closet with dead bolt. The pool is in front of the apts with a canopy cover, keeping it cool and refreshing after a long day at the beach! In addition, the local area had small convenience store, restaurant and surf shops within walking distance. You want to walk so you can see the howler monkeys (early am and afternoon). There is also a beautiful black sand beach just around the bend. The beach was very secluded with only a few families daily. Thank you Alan & Kathy for the wonderful vacation, we hope to see you again next year! Micheal, Lynne, Michele & Jeremy Putnam.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Best of Class
Guest: JJimbo
(Florida)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10
Review Submitted: 06/04/10
Our family has enjoyed staying at Villa of the Rock for oven ten years now. This is the little hidden gem in all of Costa Rica. Very private and peaceful, one feels like this is the perfect place to be! The surfing is incredible...just seconds away from your porch and the sunsets are just awesome. Alan and Kathy are nice folks who make you feel right at home.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.
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