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Night Time Magic
Private Pool Patio
Poolside Patio
Matisse Bedroom
Open Living Space

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 42000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

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Playa Grande, Guanacaste
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home

Playa Grande's best BEACH House location with the classic free form pool, is nestled within the Las Baulas National Park and only a few steps to Costa Rica's finest Beach. A short walk to the Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge, 4 excellent Restaurants, Mini Market, and the Water Taxi to Tamarindo. Playa Grande is the major nesting Beach for the endangered Leatherback Turtle.

This magical, tropical hideaway is a traditional Costa Rican, Spanish Colonial, two bedroom beach house, with Frank Lloyd Wright-styled, wooden French doors and windows. This charming , classic, casa is artfully decorated and is very comfortable, clean, quiet, and relaxing. Each air-conditioned bedroom has it's own private full bathroom. The king-size beds are topped with luxurious feather beds and comforters with fresh duvets. All linens are excellent, high quality cotton. The Kitchen and Living Room is spacious and airy with high ceilings detailed with beautiful local hardwoods and plenty of sun-drenched windows.

The large outdoor covered patio/porch is classically tiled and perfect for lounging and dining. It overlooks a beautifully designed private pool that has been described by the locals as 'The Sexiest Pool in Playa Grande,” and the therapeutic Jacuzzi jets guarantee stress free pool time. The property is totally surrounded by the natural tropical dry forest which offers a Private Paradise for guests and the many exotic birds, butterflies, and other flora and fauna that call this cozy casita their home.

Keywords: Playa Grande, Palm Beach Estates,best beach location, private pool patio gardens, Private Beach House nestled within the Las Baulas National Park and the Tamarindo Estuary Wildlife Refuge, quiet, quaint, cozy, clean, peaceful, hidden gem, heaven on earth, sexy pool, easy beach access, classic home, Spanish style, German built, Palm Beach Estates, birds, butterflies, flowers, surfing, fishing, clean, quiet, paradise
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Palm Beach Estates, a neighborhood in Cabo Velas. 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Grande, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 10 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Casino Diria - 24 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 42 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 42 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home?

As of Mar 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home on Mar 16, 2026 start from $513, 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 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH Private Pool Patio & Garden HIDDEN GEM charming home located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grande Beach and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach and Conchal Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 107 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nini T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, very comfortable clean house and perfect pool.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kathryn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely, rustic 2 Br 2Ba home near beach, restaurants. Simply furnished, a bit on the older side, but adequate. Private. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan E.

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

Relaxing Visit

Family of four looking
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nini T.

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

Great location

Beautifully situated near Playa Grande, comfortably furnished house with a well maintained garden pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

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

Great Spot

Fun pool, good surfing spot, very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha C.

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

Perfect casita for a beach holiday

Great pool. Mike was really resonsive if we had a question. Great restayeants abd bar within walking distance. Beautiful beach
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa s.

Great House

The property was clean and well maintained. Great location, easy access to the beach and yummy food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Spring break from the snow!

This place was great easy access to beach and great pool. Stayed for a week with wife and 2 kids. We had a great time.host was great and easy to connect with.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marnie C.

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

Excellent House in Palm Beach Estates

Clean house with all the amenities needed. The beds were extremely comfortable and the air conditioning worked great. We loved spending the afternoons cooling off in the pool and the outdoor table for eating and family time. The outdoor fans were also a nice touch! We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby H.

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

Perfect location, perfect hosts!

This is the third time we have stayed in Palm Beach Estates, but the first time at this location. The pool was spectacular, and we had everything we needed. Any questions or concerns were quickly responded to. To top it off, we were welcomed with beer and wine chilling in the fridge after our long travel day! Couldn’t be better!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helena S.

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

Bungalow close to the beach

The bungalow is a 2-minute walk from the beach, and the area is safe; our teens walked by themselves to the beach, shops, and restaurants. The house is typical Costa Rican and has all the conveniences needed. Mike was responsive and helpful throughout the week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristin W.

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

Costa Rica Heaven

The location of this property is fabulous. Two minutes from a great surfing beach and a great jumping off spot to explore this lovely country. The property is so relaxing and well appointed. Beds are comfortable and the covered area outside is lovely to relax during the heat and when it is raining. Mike was very responsive and helpful prior to and during our stay. Thank you for sharing this lovely spot with us!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anne D.

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

Costa Rica

We really enjoyed our visit. Location was awesome, walked on the beach every morning and evening….beautiful fairly secluded beach. Loved the pool and outside patio area…truly lived out there. A nice overhang off the house if you wanted to get out of the sun. Lots of good restaurants cafes within walking distance!The beds were super comfortable.if you wanted to spend any time in the living room couches were very uncomfortable. Grill was charcoal and you have to provide your own charcoal. There were no spices in the kitchen. We appreciated the beer and wine in the fridge. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Beautiful home!

We had traveled all over Costa Rica tbe first week and was so excited to have this relaxing week at this wonderful house. It is also a great location for exploring too. The pool was fantastic. Loved hearing the howler monkeys in the morning and evening. Easy walk to the mostly deserted feeling beach. Fun to watch the surfers and sunsets. Easy walk to a small grocery snd several restaurants. All very safe and beautiful area. Great outdoor area and bedrooms were very comfortable too. Woukd love to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Best Vacation Ever!!

This was our first trip to Costa Rica and the Sexy Pool was the perfect place as a base camp. Great house, pool and neighborhood. Playa Grande is an amazing beach and this comes from someone who lives in So Cal and goes to Hawaii and Mexico. Do the estuary, use Byron at the Greatful Hotel, he is hilarious. Enjoy the pool and the beach. You can skip Tamarindo unless you like tourist traps. Bring dollars because it is hard to get to ATMs once you are in Playa Grande.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just returned from our second stay at this beautiful casita. It was an excellent stay and we will return. Playa Grande is one of the most beautiful, uncrowded beaches we've visited. We appreciated the location of this house even more this visit. It's a quick walk to the beach but just far enough down from the beach access path that we didn't have lots of parked cars in front of the house or foot traffic, like houses right by the path deal with. The yard is so serene and beautiful and all the gorgeous foliage makes so much shade that the temperature seems to drop by 10 degrees as soon as you enter the gate, a welcomed respite from the beach where shade is scarce.We just love the pool and the yard and the casita has everything we need for our family of four. Mike lives a short drive away and is extremely responsive and available if you need help with anything. That peace of mind made our stress-free vacation even more relaxing.Our 10 year old did a surf lesson with Surf Camp down the road and it was a very good experience. We ate at all our favorites again, including Pots and Bowls and Rip Jack. All excellent. You just can't go wrong booking a stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby H., Palos Verdes Estates

Perfect Oasis

Awesome place to hang and experience Playa Grande. Very cool and private retreat. Pura Vida! If you're looking for crowds, high rise condos, and tacky souvenir shops, go to Tamarindo. If you want to get away and see what Guanacaste is really like, stay at Mike's place. Great surfing, beach, restaurants, pool, exploring. We had a truly memorable trip, we'll treasure for always. Hope to come back soon. Thanks Mike, for being a great host. KH
Stayed 16 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Great anniversary trip.

We really enjoyed our first trip to Costa Rica and staying in this home. We were looking for a relaxing time, not wanting to do much but lay on the beach and hang out by the pool. There are tons of shells on the beach if you like that sort of thing. This location and home were perfect for both. The house was very comfortable and the pool was perfect when we wanted to escape the heat, but didn't want to go in the ocean. Mike even helped me arrange for a special anniversary surprise for my wife when we first arrived at the house. We didn't have any issues and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I would recommend to anyone wanting to be close to the beach and still wanting plenty of privacy.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Amazing House

Two couples stayed here to celebrate 40th birthdays for a week. This was the perfect home base. Not to far from hiking, horseback riding, great restaurants, surfing and so much more. The community is calm and quiet and the people are wonderful. The house was clean and exactly as advertised. There is construction going on next door but it was shockingly quiet. We woke up with the howler monkeys in the morning and enjoyed watching the babies play. We watched the sunset each evening. I miss it already! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

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

Work in paradise! Sunsets to die for!

My husband and I, plus our 7 year old son, stayed here for a week and had the absolute best time. We were able to work online during the day and takes breaks to utilize the amazing pool or even do a quick walk to the beach. Each evening, we'd walk down to the ocean and watch the beautiful sunset, with a few surfers.. but the beach was never very busy. The water is perfect for kids to learn to boogie board or beginner surf! We saw lots of wildlife including monkeys, lizards, crabs, live sandollars, hermet crabs, sea snails, etc. My son was excited to just walk around the yard looking for lizards! Lots of dinner options within walking distance too! Overall, the property was clean, comfortable, and just perfect for the 3 of us. We'd stay there again in a heartbeat. Thanks for sharing your wonderful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Perfect for Adult Couple(s)

We were two adults. Nice neighborhood with houses and crushed gravel/dirt roads. Great local floral landscaping and fauna in yard. Birds, monkeys. Pool a far greater asset than we anticipated. Easy walking distance to beach. Slower paced than Tamarindo. Easy walk and boat taxi to Tamarindo. Large beach. National Park. Two small surf shops, one small market and several restaurants nearby. I was there to surf but there is far more to do. Very warm daytime temps. Uncrowded beach. Some home remodeling or construction in neighborhood. A little hard to find first time in. Give it a go; you'll like it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Exceeded Expectations

My husband, kids (11 & 9) and I had a great time. The house was PERFECT for the four of us. It was exactly like the pictures except the pool, patio, and yard is even better in person. It was one of the prettiest residential pools I've seen and it was always spotless. You could always find a shaded place to relax and enjoy the serene landscaping and wildlife. We saw birds, lizards, giant moths, butterflies, squirrels, and monkeys. We walked to Cafe Mar Azul for dinner and breakfast and drove to Pots and Bowls (3 times!) and Rip Jack's. All excellent. Beach access was fast and simple. The house is 4 houses down from the access path. It doesn't get much more convenient than that. Waves were great for the boys to surf, boogie board and body surf. Bring mosquito repellant. an umbrella (if green season) and a headlamp or strong flashlight for walking back at night from one of the several restaurants nearby. Mike is a gracious host and extremely responsive. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Iain R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful time

The property really suited our needs. We were 2 couples so the 2 bedrooms with king beds and ensuites were perfect for us. The airconditioning in each room was very welcome and worked well.The rest of the house inside was adequate but it didn't really matter as we spent all our time on the outdoor covered patio overlooking the pool which was amazing. The location was great only a few minutes walk to the beach and some good local restaurants. Our only complaint was the outdoor gardens which had amazing flora and fauna could use some help i.e. weeding, raking, a better irrigation system and some regular gardening maintenance. I think a weekly gardener would make a big difference here and guests would probably be happy to pay a gardening fee to bring this property back to pristine condition. We found this lack of maintenace a bit strange as the pool was pristine and Mike cleaned it every morning at 5a.m. making sure it was very inviting for us each day. Other than the lack of garden maintenance we loved it and had a great time.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Disappointing

We recently completed a 9 day stay as part of an overdue sabbatical, choosing this property specifically for the qualities listed ("peaceful" "quiet" "private"). Unfortunately, we learned from the owner onky after complaining mid way through our stay that a "construction boom" started in December 2022, after our initial deposit. Our "unfortunate luck" said Mike. However, we had plenty of time to find somewhere else and would have, had he shared this or if the listing was accurate. Instead, we were awoken daily before 7a to sound of hammering and cement saws immediately next door, everyday until sundown, and were greeted with construction workers looking down into the house and property. Many times the noise was so loud we were unable to sit and talk outside. Mike provided a 1 night refund after we complained, though we only asked that he update the listing. Construction may wrap up soon next door, but there are multiple other nearby projects also underway that were loud and other lots clearly being readied or for sale. We're long time VRBO customers and have come to trust listings and owners/reps. We have never had to complain or left a bad review. This was a major disappointment - mostly because we could have avoided if accurate, complete, and timely information had been provided.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Playa Grande Holiday

This home was perfect for the four of us. We are two couples, in our 60’s, and have been friends for years. The house is very well set up for two couples. We each had a large bedroom with an ensuite. Closets and cupboards in the bedrooms allowed us to unpack. Huge beds with quality sheets and duvets were sincerely appreciated. The host provides enough bath towels to allow for changing them. We also were provided large, absorbent beach towels. Each bedroom has a safe so you can lock your valuables. The kitchen is very well stocked with dishes, pots, glassware and utensils. A barbecue is provided but we went out for dinner every day. We barely used the living room as the outdoor living space was why we were there! The pool was THE BEST! I’ve never had my own private pool before and it was fabulous. We were in and out of the pool numerous times per day. We used the lounge chairs or sat at the table to eat, play games, work on the computer. We did not have any difficulty accessing the internet. I also must say it was great to have a washing machine and a dryer. We had packed lightly and it was so easy to launder our clothes. We chose not to rent a vehicle and we didn’t need one. We walked everywhere! The walk to the 5 km long Playa Grande took us 5 minutes. What an absolutely beautiful beach. We explored the area and walked to all the different restaurants. We had fun taking in the Super Bowl at Sugarees. Our host was the perfect host! Mike was attentive and responsive
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

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