"Casa Sammie" - 15% Off This Oceanfront Bungalow in December! Jaco, Puntarenas Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 75442

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Location: Jaco, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (Located 1½ hr. from San José airport and 20 min. N. of Jacó) View Map

Accommodations:  House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 7-8)

We are offering a 20% off special in September and October. You pay only $460/week!! This property is professionally managed with a personal touch by a property owner who cares!

This is a very central, but private, location in the small fishing village of Tárcoles. It's an oceanfront property with a beautiful view of the Pacific. You are able to watch magnificent sunsets from the large covered front porch or from our raised gazebo, where you feel that you are one with nature. Scarlet macaws fly over morning and evening, going to and from their feeding grounds, and often spend time throughout the day in the trees on and around the property. We have a large covered patio at the back, great for watching the sunrise with your 1st morning coffee, and we've added a bodega next to the house with an additional roomy bedroom that sleeps 2 more people. It is available if you have 5 persons or more in your group, for an additional charge. Very nice & private.

You can walk on the beach for miles, sometimes without seeing another soul! Less than a 10 minute drive to the north is the Tárcoles River where you often see huge crocodiles basking in the sun.

Buy fresh fish for your supper, right off the boats, from the Cooperativa only a two minute walk down the road or, if you prefer, you can go to one of the many restaurants within a few minutes drive. For all your grocery needs there is a new, up-to-date grocery store within a 10 min. drive south of the house. Jacó, 20 min. south, also boasts several modern grocery stores as well as many clothing and souvenir shops.

We are five minutes from Carara Biological Reserve where you are able to hike for hours and view the nesting boxes of the macaws. You will also see many other varieties of birds and animals.

We are only 20 minutes north of Jacó, a major surfing area, and an easy one hour and 45 minute drive north of the beautiful Manuel Antonio Park where you can see white-faced and spider monkeys swinging through the trees, or perhaps a sloth, moving in slow motion through the branches.

As an added bonus, our English speaking manager is available to help you out, if required, with car rentals, tours or anything else that you may need. She will even stock the fridge & cupboards before your arrival!

If you are looking for a home away from home, where you can get in touch with nature & see the real Costa Rica, look no further than "Casa Sammie."

Please watch our video above, which includes photos of your hosts Lynn and Larry on the beach at the front of the house, our manager Patri, our pool and groundskeeper Ramon and our gardener Frankie. They all do a wonderful job making sure you have a great vacation! All of the photos were taken on or from the property except for the two on the beach.

Also you can click on the "CLICK HERE - For More Photos" link below for lots more pictures of the house, surrounding area and things to do not far from the house.

We accept payment by Major Credit Card through PayPal (you do not need a PayPal account to do this) Cashier's Cheque or International Money Order.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: Both main bedrooms have air conditioning and the 3rd bedroom has a ceiling fan.
  • Washer: Washer-spin dryer available.
  • Linens Provided: We also provide beach towels.
  • Off Street Parking: Secure, fenced area for your car.
• Beds
  • Double Bed (3) : 1st bedroom has one double bed; 2nd has bunk bed - double on bottom and single on top; 3rd bedroom has a double bed and is in a separate building next to the house (very private!).
  • Bunk Bed: Double on bottom, single above in 2nd bedroom.
  • Convertible Bed: Comfy sofa bed in livingroom. Sleeps one person.
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • CD Player
  • Private Pool: Beautifully tiled very private pool.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio (2) : Beautiful large covered porch at the front & a large covered tiled patio at the back.
  • Gazebo: Beautiful view of the Pacific from our raised gazebo.
• View/Location
  • Oceanfront: Beach directly in front of the house is stony but it's only a 10 minute walk down the beach to reach a sandy area suitable for playing and swimming.
• Communications
  • Telephone: Local calls free or long distance using a calling card.
  • Broadband Internet: Sorry, no computer, but we have DSL high speed internet so bring your laptop!
• Other Amenities
  • Beautiful Private Pool, Blender, Coffee Maker, Toaster, Clothes Washer, Iron, Hot Showers & hot water in the kitchen, Ceiling Fans in every room and air conditioners in the bedrooms for your sleeping comfort, Maid Service available for a small fee, No Smoking in the House, Outside showers front and back
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Please check with us first.
  • Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Swimming
  • Surfing
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Hiking in Carara Park, Birdwatching, Zip Line Canopy Tours, Butterfly Farm, Gorgeous Waterfall - hike to the bottom and swim in the natural pools, Crocodile Tours

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Dec 1 - Apr 30 .. $130/night, 3 night minimum .. $875/wk .. $3200/mo
May 1 - Aug 31 .. $110/night, 3 night minimum .. $725/wk .. $2600/mo
Sept 1 - Nov 30 .. $85/night, 3 night minimum .. $575/wk .. $1800/mo
Use of the bodega with 3rd bedroom - $20/nt extra. Please inform us if required.
10% discount for seniors (60 yr. or older), or repeat guests.
Deposit of 1/2 required upon booking and the balance must be paid 20 days
prior to arrival. Payment by Credit Card (through PayPal- you do not need a
PayPal account to do this), International Money Order or Cashier's Cheque

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• 08/12/09
  Positive Rating
  Pat McNalley , Atlanta Ga
  • We had a wonderful time at Casa Sammie. We , a family of 2 adults, 3 kids, 10,5,5, and 2 adult friends,visited after a whirlwind week at Tortugero, Tropicales Jungle Lodge on the Pacuare River. CS was a wonderful place to relax and enjoy small town Costa Rica, put in some time at your beautiful pool, enjoy some fresh fish and fruit right off the tree. The kids loved it, and after a week in the forest, it was REALLY nice to be able to wash the jungle funk out of our clothes! Patri was a great help with car rental and general information. Thank you for making your home available for us!
• 07/28/09
  Positive Rating
  Debbie , Buda, Texas
  • Casa Sammie is well-situated for ziplining, for birding, for crocodile viewing and for an incredible fish market in walking distance. Patricia is a treasure indeed and her advice and planning made all the difference in our trip. Do not miss the sunset at Villa Caletas. Or the day visit to Tortuga Island in the Bay of Nicoya.
• 05/19/09
  Positive Rating
  Angelique Aman-Bowman , Cumberland, MD
  • My husband, two children(age 10 &11)and I , along with my brother-in-law and sister-in-law and their son(age 3), ventured to Costa Rica in April '09, and we found Casa Sammie to be an outstanding experience for our family. The house, itself, was clean and comfortable. Additionally, the pool was wonderful and was checked daily. We enjoyed going on daily walks through the small village, and we found the local people to be welcoming after a few Hola's! We took a couple of excursions that Patrice, house manager, recommended, and we found them all to be satisfying to our entire family(3 year olds are not always the easiest to please, but Patrice always took this into consideration.) In addition, Patrice would book the excursions which helped to save us money(Always a good thing) She was very friendly and went out of her way to make us feel comfortable. We did venture out to Jaco Beach, but we found the peace and quiet of sitting by the pool or strolling on the beach to be more of our kind of vacation. Jaco Beach has a lot to offer, and it is quite close, but it is not our cup of tea. The quick walks down the street for fresh fish, fruits and veggies were just the ticket for us. Also, if you are there on a Friday or Saturday, make sure to have pizza from the restaurant near the center of town. It was excellent! Next year, we are planning another trip, and we look forward to returning to Casa Sammie. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful place with us!
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thanks for the great comment, Angelique! We'll look forward to having you back.
• 05/07/09
  Positive Rating
  Paul , Dover, NH
  • This was our choice for a 1 week of bliss in Costa Rica. What a great spot and the house had all the ammenities we needed. There were 4 of us and it was very comfortable. A rental car was set up for us and any activities we were interested in as well. Highly recommended! You will not be disappointed.
• 04/16/09
  Positive Rating
  Jaime Hyatt , Winnipeg, MB, Canada
  • My grandfather, boyfriend and I just spent a week at Casa Sammie. After living in Costa Rica for nearly 3 years I can honestly say it was one of the best experiences we've had here! The house was so charming and comfortable with all the amenities (even that most-important blender for pina coladas!) The pool was a big hit and a quiet, private paradise. Patricia was absolutely wonderful, very friendly and so helpful with all our needs, and relaxing in the gazebo watching the beautiful sunsets was a great way to begin an evening. We highly recommend Casa Sammie to both visitors to Costa Rica and to Ticos wanting to escape the busy Central Valley. Pura Vida!
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thanks Jaime! It really helps to have a recommendation from someone who actually lives in Costa Rica.
• 03/12/09
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  • We are a French family with three kids aged 7 to 14, and we've been living in Casa Sammie for 2 months. Casa Sammie is a wonderful place to stay. The small village of Tarcoles is a very typical fishermen village, and the people are really nice. It's very close to the park Carara and the "Crocodile-bird" tour. We also recommend the market in Orotina every Friday morning. The house is really neat, with a great swimming pool in a tropical garden, and an upper deck from where we can sea the sunset on the sea while eating. All the services provided are very good, for a short or long stay, it's a perfect choice. Caroline and Laurent Pura Vida!
• 01/27/09
  Positive Rating
  Badgett Family ,
  • Casa Sammie is now at the top of our list for accommodations in Costa Rica. We have stayed at aparthotels, beach resorts, and beach bungalows and Casa Sammie is the best. It was clean and we felt as if we were at home immediately. We loved the pool and the large yard. The gazebo was a great added touch. Watching the scarlet macaws in the almond trees was a thrill. The location was very good, with the Pacific almost a stone's throw away and the little river nearby. The little village was nice and secluded, but Jacó was close enough for an easy visit. Patricia was very helpful and never far away. I would welcome a direct inquiry via email.
• 01/03/09
  Positive Rating
  John & Elsie May Kuntze , Milverton, Ontario
  • We recently returned from an absolutely great 2 weeks at Casa Sammie (Dec 6-18/08). Weather was great, sunny and hot with very little rain. What makes Casa Sammie such a great vacation destination? First is the backyard pool, which is well kept (good job Ramon) and very private. No sharing the pool with dozens of other people as you would at a resort hotel. A night swim under a full moon is not to be missed. Second is the new raised gazebo. The breeze and view are excellent. Breakfast in the gazebo at 7am wearing only shorts made an Ontario winter seem very far away. Third is the abundant bio-diversity you see every day in Costa Rica and also around Casa Sammie. Banana trees in the backyard and a profusion of tropical plants throughout the yard (some are plants that you struggle to keep alive in a pot in your house back home). Then there is the iguana sunning itself on the pool deck, geckos on the house walls and birds everywhere. Lastly, and by far the greatest thrill, is seeing scarlet macaws while they munch on almonds in the almond trees directly across the road. Though macaws make quite a ruckus at times they are very quiet while they eat. If you hear or see bits and pieces falling from the almond trees then there is sure to be several scarlet macaws having lunch. Grab your binoculars or camera for a good close up view. Another great advantage to Casa Sammie is the number of outings within easy travel distance. Patri, the property manager, is very helpful in arranging your adventures away from Casa Sammie. Here are our top adventures from our stay: 1. Zipline adventure at Hotel Vista Golfo (2 hour drive). Road north from the main highway to the hotel is an amazing uphill trip. Be sure to do the horseback ride to the start of the zipline. 2. Canopy tour at Villa Lapas (15 minute drive). This adventure is a guided hike down a mountain side and across suspension bridges at tree canopy level. Our guide spoke English well and had good knowledge of Costa Rican ecology. Lunch at Villa Lapas was excellent. 3. Cruise to Tortuga Island - Calypso Tours (use the transportation provided by the tour company). Don't miss this adventure if you like snorkeling and an excellent lunch on a white sand beach. 4. Manuel Antonio Park (2-3 hour drive). The hiking trails and beaches are spectacular and the whiteface monkeys at the main beach are immensely entertaining. Getting there can be half the fun, I am sure you will long remember your drive across the old railroad bridge at Parrita. 5. The Jungle Crocodile Safari at the end of the main road north in Tarcoles is the best way to see crocodiles up close. Be sure to dine at the small family run restaurant in Tarcoles near Hotel Carara and across from the police station. Lunch and souvenir shopping at the Crocodile Bridge restaurant is also great. As you can see, a stay at Casa Sammie provides rest and relaxation and/or grand adventure which will make for a memorable vacation!!
• 12/04/08
  Positive Rating
  Jonathan Moeller , Sterling, OH
  • I stayed with my kids (ages 4, 6, & 9), wife and mother and we really enjoyed it. The house was nice and comfortable and the kids especially enjoyed the pool and having Animal Planet on the TV. The adults appreciated the gazebo, sunset views and especially the scarlet macaws. The town of Tarcoles is small and walkable and I felt it was a good experience for my kids to see what a non-tourist town was like. Just to set expectations, it isn't a neat and clean town (although the house and property certainly were) but we didn't feel unsafe. I would definitely recommend it, especially if you plan to enjoy Carara and want to get to see average life for many Costa Ricans.
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Thanks Jonathan! We try to encourage guests who want to see the "real" Costa Rica and how the average person lives.
• 10/14/08
  Positive Rating
  Keith Mattis , Canyon Lake, TEXAS
  • We just returned from a too short,5 day vacation to "Casa Sammie" (10-8 to 10-13-2008). Patri is a wonderful host with so much knowledge of the ares & assistance when needed. Her employees were excellent in taking care of the pool & property. I looked forward to seeing Ramon every morning just to say, Ole. I could have stayed at the house everyday enjoying the pool and peace & quiet, but we had to play the tourist game. We went Zip-lining, drove to Jaco & Quepos and turned on to many roads just to see where they would take us. Every day was a different adventure. There is so much to do in Costa Rica that 5 days went by too quickly. We'd like to see Northern Costa Rica on the next trip and have already decided to stay at "Casa Sammie" again and just take a 1 day/night trip to the north. If you just stay in "Tarcoles", we highly recommend the Crocadile tour, fresh fish & shrimp at the corner market, Steve & Lisa's restaurant, & having a beer with the locals at Chepes bar. All of our expieriences were fun & memorable and we will go back. KEITH & KAREN MATTIS & family from Texas, California, & Pennsylvania.

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