Bungalow #14, with mountains in background and pool in front of unit
Location: Jaco, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (90min Drive from Int'l. Airport, 1 hour N. of Manuel Antonio) View Map
Accommodations: Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Bungalow on Stilts
Two bedroom bungalow on stilts in beachfront community "Hermosa Bungalows." Located directly behind a full-size pool with views to the Pacific Ocean, and a short barefoot walk of 100 yards to a beautiful black sand beach with outstanding surf. Our bungalow is fully stocked to make your stay a truly memorable vacation. We take pride in offering our home as a welcome retreat for families with children, couples on an adventurous getaway, or groups just looking for something different than a hotel room. You can't beat staying in this 1000 square foot home compared to a hotel!
Ecotourism and surfing are huge attractions to this part of Costa Rica, and the beach directly in front of our bungalow complex is one of the best on the Pacific. The bungalow features two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with two twins, and a queen sofa-bed in the living room. A portacrib is also available. The kitchen is large and completely stocked with amenities. The bathroom has a vanity with mirror as well as a large shower.
Our bungalow has an additional water filtration system and tank to ensure clean water for our guests, an important feature during the rainy season! The furniture is custom-made from native woods and there are bamboo black-out blinds throughout for ultimate privacy and for those who like to sleep in!
We trust you will feel relaxation washing over you as you sit on the balcony looking at the beauty around you. You can enjoy the views from an expansive balcony which is furnished with rocking chairs and an outdoor dining table, or from the hammock facing the pool from our balcony. The pool is directly in front of the bungalow so there is a combined pool/ocean view during the day, and at night we're one of only two bungalows in the complex with the lighted pool in front of us to add to the warm ambiance.
A charming tiki hut at the other end of the pool often is a meeting place where visitors get together to share their stories and enjoy a peaceful retreat. On-site managers are extremely kind and welcoming to all of the guests and can be a resource of information for activities to consider during your stay.
Tropical birds and iguanas are frequent sightings from the bungalow, and macaws are often heard and seen flying overhead in the late afternoon. A wildlife estuary is adjacent to the bungalows and is a dream location for birdwatchers. Large sea turtles are known to come up on the beach to lay eggs, and a turtle expert who lives down the road often has night tours to view the turtles. Incredible wildlife is also seen at Manuel Antonio National Park, less than an hour drive south.
There you may see white-faced monkeys, sloths, koatis, iguanas, and several bird species. Also at Manuel Antonio are beautiful, calm beaches great for a day trip and picnic. The Carara National Park is only a 20-minute drive to our north. It is a sanctuary for wild scarlet macaws, and toucans are also seen there. Self-guided tours as well as hired guides can be taken at both parks.
Playa Hermosa on the Central Pacific Coast is a premier surfing site. Surfers meet under the "Almendro" tree on this secluded stretch of beach to enjoy world-class surfing in the warm waters of Costa Rica. Many surfers use our ideal location as a "home base" from which to visit the many excellent beaches along the central Pacific coast. Surfboard rentals for the day or week are easy to obtain from our neighbor in the complex. Many people have taken the opportunity to learn how to surf in Jaco's calm waves, while the more seasoned and expert surfers hit the surf at Playa Hermosa.
The town of Jacó is a 5-minute drive to the north, where you can find restaurants, bars, surf shops, and markets. Excursions (ie. ATV, rafting) can also be arranged in town. Fishing, boating, and snorkeling trips are available from the marina by the Marriott Los Suenos 5 minutes north of Jacó. The Marriott also has an excellent golf course. You can't leave Costa Rica without taking a canopy (zip-line) tour, one of the most exhilarating experiences you will ever have. Yes, you will fly through the jungle with just a harness and a cable!
We welcome you to our home and know that you will be amazed by the beauty of Costa Rica!!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : A/C units in living room and both bedrooms, with individual controls including time-sensors
- Linens Provided : Excellent quality, brought to bungalow from our home in California.
- Washer : Stacked washer/dryer with large capacity inside the bungalow.
- Dryer
- Covered Parking : 2 spaces. Storage locker for suitcases. Surfboard rack.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed : 2 twins in the guest bedroom.
- Convertible Bed : Queen fold-out from living room sofa. Excellent condition.
- Crib : Pack-n-play available in the guest closet.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Multiple channels, local and international. Flat screen TV in living room, standard TV in master bedroom.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Large pool located directly in front of our bungalow, available only to on-site guests. Best bungalow in the complex to view pool night and day.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Refrigerator, stove/oven, sink, microwave, toaster, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : everything, including a blender and rice cooker.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : Deck shower at bottom of stairs to rinse off black sand from beach.
- Balcony : Beautiful hardwood floor, local hardwood furniture, large balcony with wonderful views and hammock to enjoy the scenery.
- Gazebo : Located on beach-side of pool, great gathering spot for happy hour or group dining. Stools around bartop for comfortable dining/drinking and sink for cleaning.
- View/Location
- Ocean View : Can see ocean through palms by the pool, including wave crests during high-tide.
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone : All calls in Costa Rica included from in-home phone.
- Cell Phone : Cell phone reception is not a problem on the property since new towers were added over the past few years.
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : In-home wifi
- Other Amenities
- Hardwood floors, Hammock, Water filter for clean water year-round (especially important during rainy season). Our guests love the black-out shades on all the windows to allow a dark, restful morning if desired.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- World-class surfing at Playa Hermosa directly in front of complex, Stunning Sunsets, White-water Rafting, Canopy ("zip line") tours, Turtle expeditions, ATV tours, hangliding, impressive bird watching and wildlife, rainforest parks nearby at Manuel Antonio and Carara National Parks, 15 min drive from 18-hole golf at Marriott Los Suenos where marina is also available for deep sea fishing, jet ski, and scuba.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High season (Dec - Apr) $1000.00/wk, $150.00/nt (3-night minimum)
Green season (Sept - Nov) $800.00/wk, $125.00/nt (3-night minimum)
Mid season (May - Aug) $900.00/wk, $135.00/nt (3-night minimum)
Holidays (Thanksgiving/Christmas/New Years weeks) $1300.00/wk (1 week min)
Easter/Spring Break - the 2 weeks surrounding Easter - $1100/wk
Accept Paypal, check or money order
Rates are subject to change and do not include the $30 cleaning fee
$10 per person for 5th and 6th guests
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Beach Bungalow in Costa Rica. Welcome to Paradise!
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Jaco
We are the original owners of this wonderful bungalow. We purchased it during the construction phase when the pool was just a hole in the ground! It is a wonderful location in the bungalow complex, directly behind the pool with a view to the ocean. Playa Hermosa is a quiet beach town 5 minutes south of the busy town of Jaco, so we feel it is a perfect location to be in nature but close to a town for nightlife and excursions.
The Unique Benefits at this Bungalow
The Costa Rica experience means relaxation and natural beauty! We know you will love our Hermosa Paradise home! You will hear tropical birds, see iguanas everywhere, and feel the power of the Pacific Ocean at a beautiful black sand beach less than 200 yards from the bungalow.
Coastal town of Jaco has supermarkets, bars, restaurants, and excursion rental businesses.
Wonderful wildlife with capuchin monkeys, iguanas, and beautiful beach inside the park. Great day trip to here from bungalow.
Reservation office on main highway, and exciting zipline excursion in rainforest with two platforms views of the ocean and bungalow complex.
Walking tour in park to see natural habitats of native birds, including toucans, macaws, and kingfishers.
Property Photos
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- Bungalow #14, with mountains in background and pool in front of unit - Costa Rica Vacation Bungalow
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- View of Hermosa Bungalow complex at Playa Hermosa from zipline platform - Costa Rica Vacation Bungalow
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- Front of bungalow, inset photo of pool-side gazebo - Costa Rica Vacation Bungalow
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- View to pool and ocean from our balcony
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- Expansive, beautiful balcony with native hardwood flooring and furniture
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- Living Room with native wood furniture and blackout shades
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- Kitchen and dining table, slide window to serve meals on balcony
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- Master room, queen bed, views of bungalows and jungle
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- Guest room with twin beds, views to nature preserve
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- Playa Hermosa at sunset, Almendro Tree, world-class surfing
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- White-faced capuchin monkey and her baby in Manuel Antonio National Park
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- Endless surfing at Playa Hermosa
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- Exciting zipline through the jungle canopy just minutes from bungalow
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- Perfect sunsets!
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- Playa Hermosa, Bungalows with white roofs on left
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- ATV excursion in the jungle
Traveler Reviews (1)
Every thing we were hoping for...
Guest: Eric
(Indianapolis, IN, USA)
Date of Stay: 02/07/11
Review Submitted: 03/07/11
My wife and I have always wanted to visit Costa Rica. She is a "pool girl" and I am a "ocean guy." This bungalow was PERFECT for the two of us. It is located right next to the pool (the pictures don't lie) and a 100 yards (if that far) from the beach. The bungalow was well stocked and in great condition. We made dinner every night and ate out on the deck. There was no problems with bugs (at least in February). Last, Valery was great to work with. She was helpful with any questions. Judith, the property manager was awesome as well and patient with all our questions. We would definitely recommend it to others to go.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
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