Enchanting Villa Overlooking Pacific Ocean

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely home. We had two guests in the Casita and 5 in the main house and we all fit comfortably. The kids (and adults) absolutely loved the pool and exploring the grounds and private beach about 1K below the house. Tito was most helpful to us and responsive. If you are looking for a remote location, approximately 25 minutes from the towns of Nosara and Samara, this is a wonderful spot. The access road is quite daunting, particularly at night, however once you are used to the drive it is no problem. We had a great trip!

This home and grounds are beautiful. The pool is very usable for everyone!! Linda is so helpful and easy to reach. I was a little leary for our just adult ages girls and it was amazing, they loved it and enjoyed being somewhat independent! Tito takes great care of the grounds and knows everything about the area! We enjoyed spending time w him very much! The Patio and the upstairs out door eating area are incredible. Great places to enjoy the views and relax. It is a little bit of a drive to Playa Guinones. But that is a great place to surf, eat, shop. We thank Jim and Linda so much for sharing their amazing home w us.

As others have stated, the drive up to the property (especially at night) can at first be daunting. However once you see that all the roads in Samara/Garza/Nosara tend to be in the same unpaved condition, it is not so unusual. It is a sanctuary of peace, quiet and nature. We saw coatamundi in the trees (my sister thought it was King Kong shaking the trees); Howler monkeys who woke us to the dawn with their calls (we even saw babies on the mom's backs); an Anteater crossing the road (a handsome man); birds, birds and more birds of all colors. At night the geckos took over calling (and those in the house ate any moths). Insects were at a minimum but the grasshopper and cricket were HUGE. The pool was a DREAM ! We swam every day even on beach days. Ample lounge chairs for the sun and towels. The kitchen was well stocked, up to date refrigerator and modern bathrooms. My friends had the downstairs bedroom with the outdoor shower and shared one afternoon with a small lizard. The wifi was very good downstairs and when we figured out it could be unplugged and moved upstairs or on the lovely patio-PERFECT. The upstairs Master is a dream with doors and windows open all around and a lovely private balcony. The upstairs outdoor dining area was inviting but we preferred to eat out on the front patio. The casita was very nice too with morning sun rising in your face (there was a drape to cover window). Again a well stocked small kitchen and good bathroom. A trundle bed for an additional person if needed. The view from the small patio and in fact, all the patios overlooked a lovely beach/cove. We found out it belongs to Mel Gibson ! The private beach is sandy but in the water it is rocky. Good for dipping in and then relaxing on under the palm trees on the deserted beach. Collected some special seashells. We loved Playa Pelada; La Luna; La Dolce Vita for dining. Marlin Bills great margarita but overpriced food-my fish was overcooked. The whole Costa Rica experience was FANTASTIC. My ONLY caveat is when it was hot and no breeze, the fans did not cool the bedrooms soon enough. Both casita and lower bedroom in particular would benefit from a portable air conditioner to make the nights more comfortable. At minimum more standing fans for casita and each bedroom.

This property is every bit as fantastic as pictured and described (and beyond!). The other reviewers did a fabulous job going into detail about the amenities here so I'll be brief.

My 11 year old daughter, husband, and I stayed here during the early part of the rainy season and it was phenomenal. Sunshine during the days followed by spectacular thunderstorms at night. The jungle was lush green with tons of flowers and we had the pleasure of seeing a tribe of howler monkeys each day along the driveway as we left and returned to the villa.

Tito took excellent care to prepare the pool each morning and we took advantage of this wonderful amenity every day. It is a saltwater pool so no yucky chemicals. The water temp was perfect and it was a welcome oasis from the heat. The views are unreal.

The house feels off the beaten path in a wonderful way but is only a short drive from many great restaurants, shops and the beaches of Nosara. We enjoyed Guiones for the surfing. We drove to Samara one day and paddled sea kayaks out to a small island for some snorkeling.

It was a perfect family vacation and after exploring the surrounding area, there is no doubt that we will try to stay in this villa again on our next trip to CR.

The owners were communicative and helpful. Tito was delightful and made us feel well taken care of. Daisy is a sweet lady with a sunny disposition. We found everyone we met in the town to be friendly and helpful. Already looking at dates for our next visit!

Unforgettable! If you want a home with easy beach access, close to town, this is not for you. If you want an adventure and a one-of-a-kind setting, this is it. I am not a morning person, but quickly became one at this home. Waking up in the master bed, you can look right out to the sunrise. Howler monkeys announce the upcoming sunrise, and it is amazing to sit with a cup of coffee on the patio, overlooking the mist in the valleys and the ocean.

The house is well-stocked, and the pool is a great addition. Tito helped with everything - including finding our friend who got lost hiking the first day. He doesn't speak English, but we were able to communicate with google translate on our cell phones. Daisy, the house cleaner, was great and very sweet. Our friend found what was a plantain, and when we asked Daisy what it was, she not only told us but fried some up for us. Delicious!

The road to the house is not for the faint of heart. 15 minutes on rough roads with many switch backs, but that's part of the adventure. The nearest town is Garza, about 5 minutes from the bottom of the driveway. Nosara and Samara (our favorite) are also relatively close and worth visiting. Prepare to drive across a river on the way to Samara!

This house is so remote, there is plenty of wildlife. We watched howler monkeys climb through the trees every day. Birds are everywhere. Coatis come right up to the edge of the patio and forage every morning. I'll admit I was hesitant to sleep with the doors open at night, but the breeze was worth it (just be sure to keep the lights off). At night, there are more stars visible than you can imagine.

After leaving, we stayed at a home on a beach with paved roads nearby. I didn't realize how much I appreciated this house until we left. It really is magical and a one-of-a-kind property. I highly recommend it.