Teak ceilings lend warmth and elegance to the living and dining areas.
Location: Playa Langosta, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America (Just 42 miles from the intl. airport in Liberia, Costa Rica.)
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Condominium
.. Just 100 yards to the beach.
.. Just 15 feet to the pool.
.. Free maid service.
.. Free Internet.
.. Quiet, safe, tree-lined neighborhood.
.. Modern kitchen, superbly equipped.
.. Private telephone.
.. Only five minutes from Tamarindo.
.. True, high-end elegance throughout.
.. Nighttime security, walled and gated privacy.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central A/C, quiet, very efficient, and dry (no musty smell). Ceiling fans in all rooms.
- Linens Provided : All linens, including beach towels, included. Maid service weekly.
- Elevator : Elevator not needed to access this conveniently located, ground-floor unit.
- Washer : In condo, not shared with other units.
- Dryer : In condo, not shared with other units.
- Off Street Parking : Walled, gated, and guarded parking. Plenty of spaces, easy entry and exit.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Available at no charge, walled, gated, and guarded.
- Gas Fireplace : In Costa Rica? Are you kidding?
- Beds
- Queen Bed : In master bedroom. Wonderful linens, throw pillows, and duvet.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : Guest bedroom has two twin beds with tropical headboards, clean linens, and beautiful duvets.
- Convertible Bed : The sofa-bed in the living room truly is very comfortable. Sleeps two adults.
- Entertainment
- Shared Hot Tub : Just 20' from the patio door is the jetted area of the pool, kept at the same refreshing temperature as the pool.
- Cable/Satellite TV : Cable tv with many English language channels, including HBO, ESPN, and Cinemax.
- DVD
- Video Library : Approximately 20 popular movies on DVD.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Over 60 CD titles!
- Shared Pool : Pool is just 15' from the patio. Arched bridge across pool, unique and beautiful geometric shape surrounded by tropical landscaping, sits beside an ancient banyan tree.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Modern, high-end, and absolutely complete with full cookware, serving ware, and dining ware. Includes three-stage water filter, iced water dispenser, microwave, and pebble-glass hardwood cabinets, all of it amidst glistening stainless steel and granite. A large, Jenn Air barbecue is outside on the private patio, right off the kitchen.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Absolutely complete and matching cookware, utensils, sharp cutlery, serving ware, glassware (5 different types), storage-ware. All the convenient little kitchen tools you're used to having at home. Everything matches--no hodgepodge of kitchen equipment.
- Refrigerator : Modern, stainless steel side-by-side. Dispenses filtered ice water and ice cubes.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave : Full-sized microwave located above stove (not just a countertop model).
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : The condo has its own, large, Jenn-Air propane grill on the private garden-patio directly by kitchen.
- Deck/Patio : A private, landscaped patio opens into the kitchen and guest bedroom. The main patio looks out on the beautifully landscaped pool (just 15' away), and has shaded seating for six and a ceiling fan.
- Balcony : The rooftop garden-patio provides spectacular daytime, sunset, and nighttime views of the ocean. This feature is semi-private, shared with only the other four units in the building.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront : There are no properties between Casa Papaya and the beach. The beach is just 100 yards away, directly over a narrow road and through the tropical canopy next to the condo. Although the view from the condo is of the big, tropical trees in the park and not the ocean, the beach is just a few steps away and the sound of the surf is audible 24/7.
- Ocean View : A fourth-floor garden-patio provides spectacular views of the ocean in all directions, as well as peaceful sunbathing and quiet reading in a shaded area.
- Communications
- Telephone : Landline in condo with its own, dedicated phone number provides unlimited free incoming and outgoing calls within Costa Rica.
- Free Long Distance : Unlimited free calls within Costa Rica. (Intl. calls easily made with a phone card.)
- Broadband Internet : Free Internet cable connection.
- Other Amenities
- Baths are bright and well-ventilated, with arched entries to the showers, large hardwood vanities, tropical art, and teak ceilings in showers. Bath and beach towels are included. Rooftop 4th-floor garden patio offers spectacular views during daytime and at sunset. DVDs, books, and games provided. Programmable guest's safe included. Complete set of high-quality patio furniture. Glorious tropical landscaping. Great surfing just a five-minute walk away.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Access facilitated by ground floor location, proximity to parking, no steps within condo, and wide entrances to showers. However, gravel parking and no ramps would limit wheelchair accessibility.
- Kid Friendly : Children welcome. Some children's books and videos provided. Contact owner for information about numerous children's activities near the condo and in the community.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : No minimum age limit. Children are welcome.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Our condo has fresh air--just like the rest of Costa Rica! The condo is strictly non-smoking. Smoking in the condo would result in a claim upon the security deposit.
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Other Activities
- Rain Forests and Cloud Forests, Waterfalls, Volcanoes, Beachcombing, Canopy "Zip Line" Tours, Thermal Parks, Whitewater Rafting, World Class Surfing, Shelling, Birdwatching, Hiking, Horseback Riding, 4-Wheel-ATV and Moped Rentals--or just doing nothing at all!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June 1 through November 30......$950/wk
December 1 through May 31....$1,250/wk
Christmas, New Years, and Easter weeks........$2,500
Rates include all fees and taxes. Three night minimum.
Weekly rates are for a full seven days and seven nights.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2005
I'm a retired attorney and college professor, and my wife works for the school system. We're proud of our Costa Rican home, and we take very seriously our responsibility to offer our guests a high-quality, well maintained and equipped rental.
Why the Owner Chose Playa Langosta
This condo was built by an American builder, following the same standards that one would expect of a luxury-home builder in the U.S. Appointments are very high-end, and include adherence to U.S. electrical and plumbing codes, and California earthquake codes.
The Unique Benefits of this Condo
Our most enjoyable time of the day is sitting beneath the ceiling fan on our shaded patio, having pancakes and coffee while watching the birds, iguanas, and occasional howler monkey explore the neighborhood.
Property Photos
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- Teak ceilings lend warmth and elegance to the living and dining areas. - Playa Langosta, Costa Rica Vacation Rental
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- Casa Papaya's building features striking, Moroccan architecture. - Playa Langosta, Costa Rica Vacation Rental
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- The Indonesia-furnished dining room defines "casual elegance." - Playa Langosta, Costa Rica Vacation Rental
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- The master bedroom offers tropical art and sounds of the surf.
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- The guest BR opens to a landscaped garden of tropical plants.
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- The kitchen is completely equipped and ready for any discerning chef.
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- The brightly lit baths feature stone arches, tropical woods, and large vanities.
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- Our patio (center) is just 15' from the pool steps.
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- The pool is a work of art, and stretches out beneath an ancient banyan tree.
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- Our beach and community are very kid-friendly.
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- Our beach! Immaculate, bright,, and unpopulated.
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- Our beach offers an amorous ambience for weddings and honeymoons.
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- Casa Papaya's owners, enjoying a tidal pool near the condo.
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- The rooftop patio offers great views of the ocean and sunsets.
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- The condo building, shown here, is surrounded by quiet, tree-lined streets.
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- Yes, Casa Papaya is really this close to the pool!
Traveler Reviews (8)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: joan holley
(manchester, nh, us)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/22/07
casa papaya is a wonderful, fully eqipped, clean and relaxing place. the neighbors were quite helpful in planning our dining and experiences while there. beach is beautiful - tamarindo has super restaurants - we would love to return some day.
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Guest: Angela & Malcolm
(North Vancouver, B.C., Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/09/10
Review Submitted: 03/09/10
Although I have written in your guest book I wanted to send this email to thank you for the time that we spent in Casa Papaya. As I have said in your book we don't need to say how wonderful it is, you already know that! The beautiful unit complex, which would not be, on a day to day basis as good as it is without the excellent and caring staff that work there. The guy who does the pool works tirelessly every day to keep it just lovely and clean. The location was perfect, close enough to Tamarindo to enjoy and walk to (which we did every day, have to try not to gain weight somehow!) Busy enough to be a part of if you choose and far enough away if you choose an not so social day. With everything that one could possibly need in the Condo and the roof top terrace to watch the sunset what more could anyone wish for.
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We loved our stay at casa papaya!
Guest: FCV
(San josé , Costa Rica)
Date of Stay: 12/26/09
Review Submitted: 01/05/10
Casa Papaya is a very beautiful place,and is fully equipped with everything you could need and wish for. The location is great just a 2-4 minutes walk to Langosta beach: also has a great social area near the pool surrounded by beautiful gardens where you can relax or have a BBQ. We had an amazing time!
Recommended for:People with disabilities, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, pet owners, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: FCV
(San josé , Costa Rica)
Date of Stay: 01/05/10
Review Submitted: 01/05/10
Casa Papaya is a very beautiful place,and is fully equipped with everything you could need and wish for. The location is great just a 2-4 minutes walk to Langosta beach: also has a great social area near the pool surrounded by beautiful gardens where you can relax or have a BBQ. We had a great time!
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BEAUTIFUL CONDO!
Guest: costaricadelight
(Florida, U.S.A)
Date of Stay: 07/27/08
Review Submitted: 08/22/08
My family of 5 stayed at this beautiful condo in Playa Langosta for a week in late July 2008. This home had all the amenities you could ask for and many more.The condo has security and is just a 5 minute drive from Playa Tamarindo in a lovely neighborhood of homes & condos. The condo itself is just across the street from the beach through a natural preserve. The owners were very helpful with local information regarding restaurants, sightseeing, & surfing. The management services on-site were very helpful also. The condo has a binder containing info regarding reliable and safe sightseeing activities and local restaurants. Playa Tamarindo/Langosta is a great base for visiting all the beaches along the northern Guanacaste coast.We highly recommend Iguana Surf for surf lessons & board rentals. It's right across the street from Playa Tamarindo Beach. We stayed for a week, plenty of beach & surf time. Arenal Volcano & Monteverde Rainforest are both approx. a 4 hr. drive away and should be an overnight stay at a minimum. You should really allow 2-3 days each to visit these places depending on the length of your stay. The Rincon de la Vieja National Park, just a short distance east of Liberia, is also worth a 2 day visit. I would highly recommend this condo. Fantastic place and great value!
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with teenagers.
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/08/08
Review Submitted: 04/08/08
Bill and Beth –Got back from CR last night and wanted to tell you we loved Casa Papaya. We were very impressed by the kitchen set-up. I brought a bunch of spices because I am always at condos that only have salt and pepper. You guys had a super selection. The 2nd day I spied a “Mariscos” flatbed in Langosta with a big cooler and scored super jumbo shrimp and fresh tuna and used the great bar-b-que grill off the kitchen. The Bisto Langosta across the street was excellent, with a live trio on the weekend. Very glad to be in Langosta, not Tamarindo. With all the construction and no paved roads, you always came back dusty. A quiet beach is a good beach in my view.My daughter and I did go fishing (with CR Gamefish) and got two sails and a blue marlin. We also opted to use NatureAir to fly from Liberia to Arenal (about $110 each) to see the Volcano and do the zipline at the SkyTram. It was well worth the cost. We got lucky and the volcano had no clouds obstructing it, so we got great views of the lava boulders coming down the sides, and the zip line there (2200 ft runs over a 600 foot drop) was breathtaking in more ways than one.We will definitely look you guys up for our next trip. Thanks.Gary
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/08
Review Submitted: 04/08/08
Bill and Beth – Got back from CR last night and wanted to tell you we loved Casa Papaya. We were very impressed by the kitchen set-up. I brought a bunch of spices because I am always at condos that only have salt and pepper. You guys had a super selection. The 2nd day I spied a “Mariscos” flatbed in Langosta with a big cooler and scored super jumbo shrimp and fresh tuna and used the great bar-b-que grill off the kitchen. The Bisto Langosta across the street was excellent, with a live trio on the weekend. Very glad to be in Langosta, not Tamarindo. With all the construction and no paved roads, you always came back dusty. A quiet beach is a good beach in my view. My daughter and I did go fishing (with CR Gamefish) and got two sails and a blue marlin. We also opted to use NatureAir to fly from Liberia to Arenal (about $110 each) to see the Volcano and do the zipline at the SkyTram. It was well worth the cost. We got lucky and the volcano had no clouds obstructing it, so we got great views of the lava boulders coming down the sides, and the zip line there (2200 ft runs over a 600 foot drop) was breathtaking in more ways than one. We will definitely look you guys up for our next trip. Thanks. Gary
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/08
Review Submitted: 03/12/08
Casa Papaya - a piece of paradise. This condo is clean, spacious, extremely well-equipped and tastefully decorated. The patio and pool are very private and the surrounding gardens are lush. The beach is spectacular and also quite private. A perfect getaway from the rest of the world! Dining is excellent and there are several wonderful venues to choose from quite close to the condo. The new AutoMercado (grocery store)in Tamarindo has everything you will need for at home dining. We found the Costa Rican people to be very warm and friendly. We enjoyed our stay at Casa Papaya and Costa Rica so much we plan to return next year. As a final note, the owners provided us with such beneficial information regarding many aspects of a holiday in Costa Rica - everything was done in such a professional manner and it was a pleasure to deal with them.
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