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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
10 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 201 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

10 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Bathroom 10

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest.

Experience the feeling of unbound freedom and tranquility at LAS VELAS BLANCAS, COSTA RICA, where we have blended the designs of nature with relaxed comfort, simplicity, and beauty.

Unlike any other in its category, Las Velas Blancas is located at the southernmost point of Playa Grande with one hundred (100) meters of beachfront forest facing the breaking surf of Costa Rica’s Pacific Ocean, surrounded by evergreen mangrove forests to the east and south.

The property boasts five two-bedroom/bathroom bungalows, a two-story beachfront lounge, swimming pool, poolside kitchen, dining area and living area and teak floor yoga deck.

This property features five two-bedroom bungalows with ensuite bathrooms, equipped with a fully appointed kitchenette with a refrigerator/freezer, coffee maker, convection countertop oven, microwave oven, and electric skillet. All ten bedrooms are air conditioned, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The property can welcome twenty (20) guests in ten (10) bedrooms.

Prices listed are for ten (10) bedrooms in five (05) bungalows: two (02) bedrooms per bungalow.

Each of the five beachfront bungalows consists of two (02) master bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, a/c, a fully equipped kitchenette and a covered deck with living and dining area. Each unit has its own private grounds and beach access.

NOTE: For larger parties, along with these five bungalows, we can also open Casa Guayacan that sleeps up to sixteen (16) guests (please view VRBO listing number 1446872). The bungalows and the beach house together can accommodate up to thirty-six (36) guests.

The illuminated swimming pool is at the heart of the amenities area, with the main kitchen, dining facilities, living area and yoga deck on the east side, where a delightful fresh breeze flows constantly. Witness the silent beauty of the most spectacular sunsets.

A short five-minute walk on the beach takes you to the estuary, the natural barrier that separates Playa Grande from the lively surf town of Tamarindo, where you will find a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, shops, banks, pharmacies, supermarkets, night life, etc. Pangas (small boats) are always available to ferry you across for a US$2 per person per leg. The estuary is about one hundred (100) meters wide. The boat voyage across the estuary is about one minute.

We recommend our guests to consider our cook’s services. She offers a weekly menu with a variety of tried-and-true delicious recipes that she prepares reliably and consistently. The meals are prepared in the central kitchen and served at the poolside dining area.

Liberia International Airport is seventy (70) kms (43 miles) from Las Velas Blancas (about 75-minute drive, depending on traffic).

Tamarindo is twenty (20) kms from Las Velas Blancas by road (About 30 minutes drive). Tamarindo airport serves domestic flights.

Our concierge will assist you coordinating airport transportation, tours, activities, and rentals.

Maintenance staff reside in the property.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Caution. Cottages are built on high stilts.
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Events

No events allowed
Weddings/Parties allowed with owners permission.
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Pets

No pets allowed
House trained pets may be allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outdoors, away from other guests.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Weddings/Parties allowed with owners permission.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

Located in Cabo Velas, this vacation home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 10 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 42 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 42 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 52 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest.?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest. on May 12, 2026 start from $1,485, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest.?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Five Bungalows, Swimming Pool and Amenities Amidst a Beachfront Forest. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas vacation home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Grande Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach and WAYRA Institute of Spanish are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent location for our extended family gathering. Each family had their own bungalow, giving the young families the private space they needed. They prepared most meals for us giving us good food for all of us and at a good price. We ranged in age from under one to over 70 and the place worked well for all of us. Highly recommend this place for a larger gathering.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication before our stayConcierge was there to meet us and make sure everything was OK before she left.Bungalow’s are rustic but comfortable. Happy to have air-conditioning in the bedrooms.Beautiful location with much to do in the area.Would love to return!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Overall, our stay with 21 guest was amazing. Our concierge Sher and the cooking staff were awesome. This is truly a hidden gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shivaun H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach is amazing and the pool was one of the best maintained pools I have ever stayed at. The bungalows are comfortable and private.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PH B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Our host was highly responsive. The location was superb! It is rustic but comfortable for people of all ages. We ranged from 81 to 6 years old and had a fabulous time. The ocean was 83 degrees and provided just the right amount of waves for body surfing and our teens to learn to surf. The sunsets were otherworldly. The cook wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was great for a big group
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. Beautiful beachfront property in classic Costa Rica form and format. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location!

Loved all the memories we made as a family and friend group of 13! The cooking staff was incredible and communication and interaction with property management awesome. Hoping to visit again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sari D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had the best time at our Bungalow stay and already planning our next trip! None of our group of 12 had been to Costa Rica and didn’t know what to expect. For starters the beach and beach access was amazing! The teenagers LOVED surfing with perfect waves, sandy smooth beaches and perfect weather. The location was also an expected surprise as it took minutes to get into Tamarillo. We took advantage of the canal jungle tour where we saw monkeys, crocodiles and beautiful birds. We had massages on the beach in Tamarillo and all agreed that it was the best we ever had. Each day we had an event planned and everything we did was so accessible. Sher was amazing and was ‘on top of it’ with suggestions and bookings. We only took advantage of the kitchen crew on the last night but wish we used them more as it was delicious. There are very few beach front properties in the area. Don’t hesitate to book for so many reasons!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adult spring break.

Beautiful property. The staff and concierge were great and very helpful. We added the cool service and Alcira took care of all 16 of us all week. The food was amazing. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The private beach was amazing! Bring bug spray, there are a lot of bugs! Highly recommend the staff cooking for you. Besides amazing food, they were really friendly!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

This was an amazing property and better than expected. The host and his team made everything so easy and made an unforgettable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay

13 family stayed and we had agreat time. There were space for us to all be together and have out own space when needed. Ferry to Tamarindo made it really easy to pop into town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumit P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

The property is well maintained and has a beautiful natural landscape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and magical property!

We had our small wedding here and it was truly magical! The property is gorgeous and is steps from the beach. Our family and friends had a wonderful experience. The host, Manfred, was very communicative and helpful throughout our planning process and we are very grateful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family holiday!

We had a delightful stay at las Velas Blancas. Property was perfect for a family gathering, as we all had our own space and a lovely common space to gather. Definitely recommend the grocery delivery and cooking services!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip!

Perfect combination of privacy, convenience and service to make for a great beach vacation. The layout is perfect for couples, we had six couples, everyone had their own space and we all hung out at the pool, dining area and upper deck. Beach is amazing and 30 seconds away. Location hard to beat. Staff is exceptional and the host made it super easy to plan for a big group. All activities were planned well and stress free because of their help.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amos H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

This is an amazing property for large groups. Very private beachfront location. Ana and Manfred were great hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We had a wonderful time at Las Casas Velas. Perfect spot for good surfing, enjoyed yoga and the juice bar in town and the endless beach. Would highly recommend the chef for good, unfussy food and ease. Will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience!

We had a great experience staying here. We used the cook service for a few nights and used the concierge service for activities. Everything went smoothly and they were able to accommodate our requests (even if we were trying to book an activity the evening before!)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Our extended family of nineteen (ages 5 to 80) enjoyed an unforgettable week at Las Velas Blancas. We loved the comfortable, rustic cabins, sparkling pool, industrial kitchen and spacious dining area, but most of all the incomparable beach. Staff were tremendously helpful. Alcira cooked us splendid meals. Manfred answered every query, no matter how small or redundant. This place is a Paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tucker R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Week at Las Velas Blancas

Las Velas Blancas is an amazing gem nestled in Playa Grande! Our group had never been to this part of Costa Rica and the accommodations and location suited us perfectly. The cabanas are close to the surf and the waves were perfect for both beginners and advanced surfers in our group alike. The property manager Sher was an excellent communicator both before and during our stay. We chose to have two meals each day prepared by her recommended chef and they were fabulous for our group of 17. We also had a few meals out in Playa Grande and there were some outstanding restaurants close by. We will be back for sure to this special place which fostered a wonderful vacation for our family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

erin c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just finished a week long stay with 16 people (7 adults and 10 kids, mostly teen boys) We had a great time! Staying in bungalows right by the beach was so awesome! A few things to know about staying here. First off it’s an adventure and more rustic than we anticipated. This is a pretty remote area. Getting into Playa takes about 10 minutes and it’s on dirt roads. We had considered renting a golf cart before arrival, but we were glad we didn’t because it would be a pretty dusty ride and no street lights. I think you would need a gas powered golf cart with the distance. Walking over to Tamarindo and taking the boat is easy but the boats shut down at 5:00. We didn’t want to spend the time traveling by car at night, I’m sure that works fine.We had the recommended chef cook several days for breakfast and dinner and we had Sher pick up the groceries. It was very convenient and the food was great. We found that getting groceries on our own wasn’t the easiest and expensive in Playa. We didn’t want to spend our time cooking or finding places to eat for every meal.Some things to know…there will be ants and bugs. Some bungalows had more than others. However after a day or two of us moving in the amount lessened quite a bit. WiFi is spotty away from the big kitchen/pool area, but we liked that so kids were not on their phones as much.The beach is amazing, the waves were perfect for boogie boarding and surfing. We made lots of great memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike J E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean Paradise

My wife and I treated our entire family (14 total) of adult children and 6 grandkiddos, ages 5-17. The 5 bungalows allowed everyone to have their privacy and space. The main building allowed us to come together for meals, chillin, and pool swims. The few issues that arose were taken care of very quickly. The ocean was amazing and the highlight of every day! We will have many great memories for years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible location for a wedding!

We hosted 32 of our closest friends and family at Las Velas Blancas for our wedding. It was over a year in the making and exceeded our expectations. The location cannot be beat - right on the beach but so private and still quiet. It's rustic and charming. Alcira (the cook) and her team were incredible. Every meal was astounding and so fresh. I highly recommend this spot for big groups of people, whether for a family reunion or a wedding like we did. So much space!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ana

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I am an attorney at law, Notary Public, entrepreneur and politician. I was born in San José, Costa Rica. My family has owned the beach property since the 1970's. I was raised between San José and Playa Grande. My childhood was a dream building sand castles, water skiing, scuba diving, fishing and surfing in Playa Grande.

Why they chose this property

Las Velas Blancas is surrounded by Las Baulas Marine Park, rich with flora and fauna. Playa Grande exceeds every beach-enthusiasts expectations with perfect sand for castle-building, sea shells, sunsets, surf, crabs, sea-gulls and pelicans. Playa Grande offers the ideal beach experience.

What makes this property unique

The bungalows were built as close to the ocean as legally possible. The sound of the waves is soothing and inviting. The property is at the Southernmost point of Playa Grande. The privacy is unparalleled. The closest neighbor is 300 meters away from our beach-front bungalows.

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English, French, Italian, Spanish

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