Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!

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9.8

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 153500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Breakfast available

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

PlayaGrande, Guanacaste

Las Baulas National Marine Park7 min walk
Ventanas Beach19 min walk
Tamarindo Beach36 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bali Shower

Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Villa Olivia is a fabulous multi-level oceanfront vacation home exquisitely situated on the pristine sandy beach of Playa Grande. The mediterranean style layout of this 5 bedroom beach house emphasizes open spaces and expansive wrap-around verandas. Furnishings and decor are contemporary and comfortable, many custom-made from rich local hardwoods.

A refreshing open air courtyard offers each bedroom a private entrance. Terrazzo tile floors flow throughout the interior and spill out across the spacious beachfront verandas. Tropical gardens, including coconut, banana and palm trees create an attractive atmosphere.

Accommodations for 15 guests, Villa Olivia is an ideal retreat for an oceanfront holiday with large families and groups of friends. A beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories. **sleeps 29, with Casa Mirage #78040 -14 guests**

Room 1: 2 twin beds
Room 2: queen bed
Room 3: king bed
Room 4: queen & twin bed
Room 5: 2 queens, 2 singles

Uniquely located with no roads to cross or vegetation to block your view. Imagine surfing directly off the backyard, scanning the trees for howler monkeys, sea shelling along the beach or gazing at the stars. From the privacy of this beachfront home take delight swinging in a hammock, indulging in a spa treatment, sipping from a freshly opened coconut or simply smiling at a sunset. It's barefoot luxury!

A key advantage of being in Playa Grande is it's small but lively neighborhood community, yet only 20 minutes from the high paced and partying tourist town of Playa Tamarindo. There are a variety of 12 restaurants, a few surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and boogie boards/surfboards/SUPs rentals are all within walking distance. For all this, PG is the perfect laid-back beach location.

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Less than an hour drive from the Liberia Airport (LIR,) Playa Grande is centrally located between Playa Tamarindo and Playa Flamingo. Truly one of the most unique, unspoiled vacation spots in Costa Rica, its 2 mile-long crescent shaped coastline, of warm blue waters and honey colored sand forms the Las Baulas Marine National Park. A key advantage of being in Playa Grande is it's small but lively community neighborhood and only 20 min. from the high paced tourist town of Playa Tamarindo. A variety of restaurants, surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and bike/surfboard/SUP rentals are within walking distance. For all this, PG is the perfect laid-back beach location.

Keywords: costa rica, playa grande, oceanfront, beach house, villa, playa grande, costa rica vacation rentals, 'rent a house in costa rica', house for rent, guanacaste, rental, ripjack inn, hotel bula bula, hotel las tortugas, hotel cantarena

Property manager

julie gordon

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

We love to have families with kids!

Events

No events allowed

Located in a National Park we do not host events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

$25 charge for each cigarette butt on premiss

TRAVEL INSURANCE: safeguard for airline delays and cancellation, lost bag, medical emergencies. https://----------------

PETTY THEFT - use room lock boxes for valuables, passport, electronic devices. Lock doors when on and off the property. Don't leave items unattended.

SAFETY: Be aware of Rip Tides and interior Floors are very slippery when wet.

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: Located in a National Park we do not host events

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

Located in Cabo Velas, this villa is on the beach. Reserva Conchal Golf Course and Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Conchal Beach and Tamarindo Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Villas in Playa Grande

PlayaGrande, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Grande Beach - 2 min walk
Las Baulas National Marine Park - 7 min walk
Ventanas Beach - 19 min walk
Conchal Beach - 30 min drive
Tamarindo Beach - 36 min drive

Getting around

Tamarindo (TNO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pico Bistro - ‬25 min drive
‪Nari - ‬25 min drive
Breakfast Grinds
‪Agua Salada - ‬24 min drive
‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas villa is within a 10-minute walk of Grande Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Miranda C.

Jun 2, 2024

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Perfect place to vacation

We absolutely loved staying at Villa Olivia. We loved that it was a little secluded but also had great places to eat in walking distance. We loved the staff and the cooks were AMAZING! They were welcoming and friendly. Also one of our favorites was the watchdog who we loved on each day and she would stay right with us. For our first time out of the country(other than a cruise) this exceeded our expectations. We would definitely rent again. It has everything u could need. Thank you for making our stay wonderful.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine V.

Apr 16, 2024

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Great place for a family reunion

Property is just as described; pool and ocean were essential for beating the Guanacaste 96 degree Fahrenheit heat. Beach has great surf, too rough for the littlest kids and oldest folks but perfect for everyone in the middle to play in. Took a while to figure out where to get groceries and recommend stocking up in Liberia before you head down the coast. Listing is clear that boogie boards are available to rent from the house, wish they were included!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob T.

Apr 11, 2024

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Amazing Relaxing Private House

Super awesome stay. House was great. AC and private bathrooms with showers in each room were key for the family we had in the house (10 total). Kimberley the housekeeper has a service where she'll cook meals for the household and they were soooooo good. Highly recommend having her make a few meals for your stay. Area was safe, private and relaxing. Easy to get to and exceeded all expectations.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi B.

Mar 18, 2024

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Amazing Ocean Stay!!

Our family of 11 enjoyed our week long stay at Villa Olivia! The ocean views from the house are amazing and we watched the incredible sunsets nightly. Someone from our family walked to the close by tide pools daily where they saw lots of hermit crabs and even a couple of octopuses!! The house managers, Leeana and Elizabit, were very responsive to any questions we had and requests for help. We really appreciated Kimberly shopping so that we had groceries in the house when we arrived. As our flight was late and we didn’t get in until 8pm our first day, we were especially thankful that we’d had groceries delivered. Kimberly was knowledgeable about buying gluten free food for our family members who have Celiac. Kimberly and the staff at the house, kept the grounds clean, cleaned our bedrooms every other day or so, cleared away our trash and recycling every evening and kept the place secure all night. Each of the five bedrooms had bathrooms attached to them. All except one bedroom is only accessed through an outside courtyard. So perhaps this wouldn’t be a good house for younger children as they would be wandering outside to get to their parent’s bedroom.The main living area inside is not huge for eleven people, but the plentiful outside tables and chairs accommodated us just fine. The smallish pool was great for cooling off if you didn’t want to be in the ocean and has some great seats on one side from where you can see some of the ocean. We all loved our visit!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlen H.

Feb 16, 2024

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Great vacation

Awesome

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

Nov 29, 2023

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Family gathering to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary.

We loved everything about our stay at Villa Oliva! The house was more beautiful than the pictures. The swimming pool was terrific. I was a little worried as it was small but is had wonderful steps into the pool and comfortable benches to lounge in the clean water. The location is lovely and the beach beautiful and not crowded. Every question or concern was immediately answered and promptly taken care of. Our family of 8 had a great stay! We highly recommend this house.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

brooke h.

Oct 20, 2023

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30th Bday Trip

Wonderful stay!! The house staff could not have been more helpful and kind. They were more than accommodating and the property was amazing! Just like the pictures. The beach out front was a wonderful surf spot and we enjoyed the sushi and drinks from just down the road! Great family vacation spot, we will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob K.

Aug 4, 2023

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Family Vacation

We had the most wonderful family vacation at Casa Olivia recently. This fantastic home is located right on the most beautiful beach. We loved the outdoor areas and the pool. The manager was a great help before our arrival and the staff on-site were wonderful. The meals cooked by Kimberly and Evelyn were highlights of the trip. We can’t wait to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario B.

Jul 24, 2023

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Big Family Reunion

This property was ideal for our family reunion. We were able to rent this house and the property next door through the same owner and it was great! The staff was great and attended to our needs. The location was great and we love the house being right in the beach with easy access. The area was quiet. We would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

bridget g., Lambertville, New Jersey

May 12, 2023

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Amazing vacation, amazing home, amazing staff. Couldn’t ask for more

Best vacation ever! We must of said it a million times during our stay. Just wonderful!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 23, 2023

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Fantastic

Great stay in a great place

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Apr 23, 2023

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Awsome as always

Always a joy to be there!!! Staff is great year after year!! Looking foward to more adventures there

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennelle A.

Nov 29, 2022

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100% AMAZING

This property was hands down the best experiance, Steps to the beautiful beach, fun town to walk too, House was very clean, Kids surfed and buggie boarded every day, The staff was all so wonderful and we will miss them!! Thanks for one of the best family vacations!!! Lots of great memories.

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

TN R.

Nov 6, 2022

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A trip we won’t soon forget…

Our stay at Villa Olivia exceeded our expectations in almost every area. The view of the pristine beach, open-air concept, and upscale feel of the rooms and common area were absolutely amazing. The staff was outstanding with Kimberly leading the way as cook and primary contact person during our stay. She made several excellent breakfasts including empanadas on our last day along with an amazing Lasagna dinner during the week. We would certainly recommend that you touch base with Kimberly when you arrive to plan meals and arrange grocery shopping. Because of the security guards who patrolled the grounds from 6pm to 6am our group of 10 felt perfectly safe in this spectacular Villa that served as our home for 5 days after having spent 2 days in the La Fortuna area. We did a day trip into Tamarindo and are so glad we didn’t book our lodging there as the nightlife was less kid and family friendly than the beeches and community of Playa Grande. Be sure to walk to the black sand beach, get a massage, take surf lessons, and do a night beach walk to see the Milky Way in all its glory. The bedrooms were all well decorated and roomy with comfortable beds. The cold air conditioning offered a much appreciated reprieve from the hot and humid weather. We visited during the rainy season but, other than evening showers, had very little rain. The villa had just been remodeled prior to our visit and the attention to detail in creating warm and welcoming views and egress for a smooth flowing transition from indoor air-conditioned common areas to the huge covered porch and balcony make this Villa one of the best houses on the beach. There are numerous hammocks and rocking chairs that allow for hours of relaxation while watching and listening to the waves crash. The pool is somewhat small but perfect for cooling down and rinsing off after playing in the ocean. The only issue we had during our stay was that the hot water heater servicing the upstairs bedrooms and bathrooms was never able to keep up. Jeffrey, the caretaker, did his best and made several repairs during the week but the small size of the water heater meant that many of us ended up taking showers in the two downstairs bathrooms. Again, a small issue but inconvenient nonetheless. Overall, we would highly recommend Villa Olivia for groups of 10-15 people who are wanting a quiet and relaxing ocean front luxury experience. You won’t be disappointed!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taran G.

Sep 19, 2022

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Like a movie

We had a fantastic time. Could wake up and walk out to the waves first thing and the staff was so nice and we felt very safe. Would highly recommend it. You can walk all the way to Tamarindo if the tied is low in like 45 minutes.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Aug 29, 2022

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Beautiful property one the beach

We loved the area and the staff. Had a chef prepare an amazing meal. The only bad thing is the city is about a 30 min drive if you want to go shopping or get to the ATM. The property and house was amazing. We would definitely go back.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 14, 2022

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Fabulous

This was our family’s 3rd time staying. It was wonderful to pull up and be greeted by familiar faces: Jose, Jebry, and Kimberly, who have been there for years. The house is clean and beautiful. The beds are comfortable and all 3 families agreed we would all stay here again.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Aug 6, 2022

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Playa Grande

Awesome stay for our family. Location and ease of access to the beach was fantastic. Views are amazing. Great beach. Nothing disappoints. Excellent people working at the property. G High

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S. s.

Jun 4, 2022

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Beautiful home and location!

We had 13 people staying at Villa Olivia for a anniversary celebration, we enjoyed the private beach, the large house with many amenities, and the house staff was lovely! We were able to keep in communication with property staff when we needed things, and Kimberly the book made us some amazing meals. Julie the property owner was also able to help guide us to some information on local activities. We would definitely recommend Villa Olivia to large families wanting the peace of a private beach with close drives to local activities.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

May 10, 2022

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Wonderful vacation spot for families

We had an amazing week at Villa Olivia with our group of 15. The space is great, with lots of indoor and outdoor places to be. Kimberly prepared dinner for us and every meal was delicious. The beach and ocean were great for exploring, swimming, and surfing. Lots of fun for all ages from 9-50+

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

May 9, 2022

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CR 2022

Finally after 2 years of cancellation due to COVID we finally made it to Costa Rica and Villa Olivia in April 2022. What a great place. View was great, the food was great and the accommodations were perfect. We had two families of 4 and still had one room empty. The staff were all very friendly and went out of their way to make you feel safe and comfortable. Playa Grande is the perfect mix of quiet and beauty but with plenty of nearby adventure. We experienced Zip Line, Catamaran Cruise, Surfing, and even saw baby turtles hatch and make there way to the Ocean. Working on getting back sooner than later

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arlen H.

Feb 22, 2022

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Great spot, awesome sunsets

Hope to rent it again!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Sep 11, 2021

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Amazing place and community!

It’s on the beach… what more can I say. Plenty of room, great town and location. We loved it.

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

jeff & jenn k.

Jun 22, 2021

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Perfect home for the surfing family vacation

Easy check in, excellent communication, lovely staff, large floor plan with plenty of room to spread out, fully stocked kitchen, perfect beach location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

May 17, 2021

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FABULOUS! FABULOUS! FABULOUS!

We waited an extra year (like everyone else because of the pandemic) to take this trip, and it was well worth the wait! We were 8 adults, and there was plenty of room for us, everyone had privacy, it was so great to have the beach so close for those who love the beach. We had Kimberly cook a few meals for us, and they were all delicious. We wanted to bring her home to cook for us! She was also so helpful with whatever small problems we had. Everyone we came in contact with during our visit was friendly and helpful. We used YouAreCostaRica for a couple of tours, and Mariana was the best to work with! I highly recommend using them if you are in the area. If I never take another vacation I will never regret taking this one, and I would definitely come back here again!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by julie gordon

Why they chose this property

We are a family of 'water babies' born and raised on the beach shores of Santa Barbara, CA. (Of course the grand kids also have this ocean gene). Once my children (Julie, J.C, and Mark) became of an age when we could all travel my husband and I would take them during summer vacation on a surf safari to an exotic destination somewhere in the world. This was not only for fun, but to spend quality time with each other as well as to expose and educate them about different cultures and customs.

On a surfing safari to Costa Rica in '91 we instantly fell in love with the country, the kind and hospitable people, and the natural habitat. It was a paradise!! Long story short after returning to the States and raving to family and friends about this oasis a friend said he had the perfect property for our family in Playa Grande.

My husband flew down a month later and purchased the property for me as my 50th B-Day present! Over the past 17 years both my family and friends lives have been significantly enhanced by the beauty of the 'Tico' people, the natural wonders that surrounds us and the 'Pura Vida' lifestyle. This means Pure Life, an expression of contentment, happiness, and satisfaction with ones life. It's this philosophy that ranks Costa Rica as one of the happiest places in the world!!

We invite you along with your family and friends to visit and enjoy the surf, sand, sun, & experience the 'Pura Vida' life.

What makes this property unique

Playa Grande is a magical beach, for thousands of years the prehistoric leatherback turtles have come to nest and the ancient Chortega Indians performed ceremonies.

Immersed in the peacefulness of the surrounding beauty, the' pura vida' life is easily attained.