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Beach Front Almost! 2 Minutes walk to Surf & Beach,Beautiful family compound.

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A thatched-roof structure with two wooden doors, surrounded by greenery and a gravel path.
A two-story house with a white staircase, a small porch, and a garden area with plants and a dog.
A stone Buddha statue in a garden with green foliage and rocks.
A bed with a canopy, a nightstand with a lamp, and a checkered floor.
A cozy, rustic room with wooden walls and a sloped ceiling. There are two beds with colorful polka dot bedding, a small wooden table, and a guitar leaning against the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Guiones Beach

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast for a fee

Explore the area

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nosara, guanacaste peninsula
  • Place, Guiones Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Safari Surf School
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Frog Pad
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 2 Double Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Nosara

Located in Nosara, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Frog Pad, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Samara Beach and Nosara Biological Reserve. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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nosara, guanacaste peninsula

What's nearby

  • Guiones Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Safari Surf School - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nosara Spanish Institute - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Frog Pad - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Playa Pelada - 11 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olga's Bar & Restaurante - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Luna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Posada Margherita - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Blue Zone Brewery - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach Front Almost! 2 Minutes walk to Surf & Beach,Beautiful family compound. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beach Front Almost! 2 Minutes walk to Surf & Beach,Beautiful family compound. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach Front Almost! 2 Minutes walk to Surf & Beach,Beautiful family compound.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Beach Front Almost! 2 Minutes walk to Surf & Beach,Beautiful family compound. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Guiones Beach and Safari Surf School. Frog Pad and Nosara Spanish Institute are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything we may have wanted.

From the moment we arrived to the property through when we left, we really loved everything about the property for our family of four. The 2 minute was to Baker's Beach was perfect. The rancho and pool were great for just relaxing in the privacy of our own yard.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Hi Tom I’m so happy that you and your family had a lovely time, yes Bakers Beach is super close and for me the best place to surf :-) and my favorite place in the entire property is the Rancho, I hope you’ve got a beautiful sunset from the pool and Rancho. Thanks again. Hope you guys come back Steve.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nosara Gem!!

We had a great time at this place. The pool is an amazing respite from the heat, the outdoor kitchen is unique, and the indoor air condition sleeping areas are a lifesaver. The location is excellent, with only a short walk to the beach, and close to restaurants as well. Steve is an amazing host, and and took great care of us during our stay. Jackie comes highly recommended, don't hesitate to book her services for the week!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Hi Nathan Thank you so much for the lovely review Loved having you and your family there, Jackie also thank you for the generous tip Seriously that was so gracious of you. Thank you so much, Steve.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location, Amazing Property

We have been coming to Playa Guiones for 20 years, and this is one of our favorite places we've stayed. The expansive property is located close to the beach and walking distance from shops and restaurants. The outdoor living spaces and huge pool are amazing. The highlight of our stay was probably Jackie's cooking. Hands down the best food we've had in Guiones, and she's a delight to have around the house. Casa Radl is a hidden gem, and we will be coming back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Hi Oliver I find myself responding to the reviews, and they’re mostly about Jackie, But seriously, glad you and the family had a good time and Jackie took care of you guys. Thanks so much, Steve.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Family Holiday

We went with our 2 kids ages 6 and 11. It was the most fantastic time ever! The pool right at the kitchen steps was the highlight of the place. Also it's completely private with so much foliage all around. The whole compound was much larger than it had seemed on the video. We became friends with Jackie and Rudolfo who made the experience very personal. We will be back!!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Hi Elin :) so happy you had a wonderful time :)!!!!! Hoping to have you stay with us soon. If theres any thing that i can do too make your next stay better let me know :):):) Thanks for the kind words. Thx Steve
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic spot!

We had the most wonderful week at this special home! The outdoor kitchen is charming and very well equipped. The AC in the two bedrooms kept us cool, while our teenage daughter preferred to sleep in the airy room above the kitchen. We saw many beautiful birds and monkeys right outside our windows, and our kids spent hours in the pool. It's a super short walk to the beach. We had great surfing lessons with the friendly instructors at Agua Tibia right next door. We highly recommend this house for its unique and lovely atmosphere!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
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Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful oasis conveniently located

Our family and friends had a great trip to Nosara. The location of the place was excellent, easy walking distance to the beach & one of the town centers (almost a mile). We walked everywhere & it worked out well. We had some unseasonable rain storms which were awesome under the living space cabana. Jackie, the housekeeper, was wonderful & we highly recommend hiring her for your stay. She made great food- guacamole, chicken & fish tacos, flavored rice & more. She hit the grocery for us and kept us supplied in amazing fruit!! Snuggles the cat was a bonus. So sweet. We had a great trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2026
Hi Courtney so happy you had a wonderful time at our home Yes, Jackie is amazing, she’s been working for us since she was 16 years old, she goes way over and above when she’s taking care of our guests, so glad you and the family had a lovely time. Please come back again. Thanks so much, Steve.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing family retreat

Couldn’t ask for a better location or outdoor setup. The exterior living space next to the pool provided a great place to spend time as a family. We traveled with an 8 and 10 year old for reference. The bedrooms were comfortably air conditioned for a great night sleep (that will be the only time you spend inside). Bakers Beach entry was a very short walk down the street. With a golf cart rental you can easily get around Nosara to eat, shop, etc. The host Stephen was very informative and available at all times to answer questions. His daughter in Nosara was also able to set us up on multiple outdoor adventures. Lastly, if you can, hire Jackie to help out during the week. She made several local inspired meals for us and they were amazing! Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Open air life!

Property was our favorite so far after 8 years in Guiones- great location, excellent and unique kitchen living area, fabulous pool. Jackie and Raul are 5 stars each, the cat, Snuggles, lived up to his name and slept in the arms of our daughter every night. My only complaint is that the sleeping area above the kitchen should not be counted as a bedroom- raccoons and bugs will wake you all night and the mosquito nets are not adequate to prevent pests. To say it comfortably sleeps 12 isn’t really fair- I would say 4 adults and 4-6 young kids yes… we ended up with all our grown children piled on top of each other, and us, in the two true bedrooms. It was a fun adventure- but no privacy or private space for anyone. As long as you’re prepared for that- and for no private bathrooms- you will love it! I would still give it 5 stars because we left happy and healthy ❤️
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2023
Hi Julie, Thank you for the kind of 5-star review haha. Just want to respond to your review so future guests will have a more comprehensive perspective..:) The 3rd bedroom is the rancho bedroom above the kitchen. It has 3 very comfortable beds and 3 very adequate mosquito nets. Our guests and family have been using this room for the last 20 years with wonderful reviews. Please check other reviews. (January is the least mosquito time of the year - dry season) The master suite is very private and is on the 2nd story and has its own private bathroom. But I imagine if you had a bunch of adult kids sharing the master suite with you...☺️ But seriously anyone who reads this review, this is a completely different take on any of our guest review/experiences. Please check other reviews. Not to mention, if this is your favorite place after 8 years, I have compassion for the other people you reviewed. Haha!😊😊😊 My opinion is the entire property is very private. The rancho and the main house sit within 1200 sq meters of garden and beautiful trees. Hope I don't sound abrupt because I'm not trying to be. It's just that I really love our place and want all our guests to love it too.❤️ Glad you guys left happy and healthy. It's definitely myself & my family's sweet spot. Hope you come back again! Thanks so much, Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Family Vacation

First time to Costa Rica and very pleased we found this spot. Steve is very responsive and made the entire trip seamless even traveling with 4 boys under the age of 11. Jackie was wonderful and comes highly recommended as well. The house is situated in a safe and friendly area. The wild life was unbelievable and reflects the term "gentle jungle" very well. This was the first vacation that I have ever taken and came home "relaxed". My boys took naps every day after morning surfing in the rancho, THIS DOSNT HAPPEN AT HOME ! The pace of the area was great and allowed us to take a break and have family time. We surfed, zip lined, took beach walks and took rides to the shops every day. The yoga institute is a 3 min ride up the road, my wife dropped in a couple days. The guys at the surf school next door were great and we could walk next door and grab body boards, surfboards etc anytime for rent. We rented a golf cart which Steve said would be fun for the kids and it was ! If you need to go far Luis from Guiones Transport is a phone call away. We didn't venture out too far out of the Playa Guiones area because we loved the area so much. This place is so hard to describe but you have to experience it. The jungle animals and beach are amazing however the people from Jacky to Rudolpho our gardner and the people in the area make the spot that much better. Thanks again Steve for a lifetime of memories and we will be back ! Pura Vida
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Hi Ryan I’m so glad that you and your family had a wonderful time, Nosara and our home is a special place for our family and myself ,it sounds like you really got the whole experience, I hope you guys can come back again sometime And I’ll for sure give you the multiple visit discount :-):-)!!!! Thank you sooooo much Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Family Vacation

Words cannot truly express how amazing this property is. The house was incredibly clean, the grounds were beautiful, and Jackie was so helpful. Steve was available whenever we had a question and Jackie cooked delicious meals for us- definitely have her cook for you! My children loved the pool and we were a short walk to the beach. The master bed was so comfortable and the couches in the Rancho were great for lounging. Pebbles the cat snuggled with my kids and we saw wildlife every day (birds, geckos and even monkeys). I highly recommend this property. It was perfect for my family of 5.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful Playa Guiones

This house is a real gem in the "classic" Costa Rican style. The interior accommodations are simple and functional, great A/c. However, we were never inside except to sleep because the outdoor cabana living room and kitchen and the pool area are divine. The location is perfect short walk to the beach, we hired Jackie to help us with cooking and that was the best decision we made the whole trip. All day surfing, yoga, relaxing and delicious home cooked food. Could not have asked for a more perfect vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It doesn't get better than this!

This was the perfect house for our big group. The rancho was the gathering place throughout the day, and going between that and the pool was so relaxing. The most relaxing part for me though was having Jackie around to help us out. She made sure the fridge was full of food to keep all our teens fed, provided us with local information and was an all around pleasure to get to know. The rooms where well appointed and very comfortable and our teens felt like they we camping in the jungle, sleeping in the rancho. The location can't be beat, we never had to use the car, everybody could simply walk out the gate and choose their own adventure, go to the beach, find a smoothie, ride a bike, etc.... Thank you Steve, this was a perfect trip, and we look forward to a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Experience

This was the perfect rental. You open the large gates into complete paradise. Steve was so helpful in getting everything set up for us. He gave us contacts to set up our Zipline and ATV tour. The walk is about 2 minutes to the beach and went down there at least twice a day for surfing. The surf shop Agua Tibia is right next store so we could rent boards for the week. Jackie, the cook, was incredible. She makes amazing salsa and guacamole. She would make lunch and dinner for us so everything was done when we were home from sunset. Rent a golf cart or ATV to travel around the town. This place was great and Steve was so helpful and in constant contact to make sure everything went smoothly for us!! Best family vacation ever!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING!

This place was absolutely perfect! Perfect location to the beach. outdoor luxury living. I wouldnt change a single thing about it.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot!

Casa Radl is in a prime location in Guiones. Super relaxing trip for our crew and Jackie was amazing! We will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2021
Hi Jeremy Super stoked you had a great time, hope you do come back again, I heard the dog snuck over and went for a swim in the pool :-) I hope it wasn’t too much of a nuisance :-) In any case thank you thank you so much for leaving the house so clean please do come back again Thanks so much Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Casa Radl is a perfect family compound a short walk to one of the best surfing beaches in the world. It’s one of the most beautiful places we’ve ever seen. The pool is great for laps and there’s yoga and tennis close by. We stayed a month and loved every minute. Definitely hire Jacki she is an outstanding chef.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Best location ever!

I cannot express what an amazing vacation we had! Casa Radl is situated in the best possible location! We walked to the beach multiple times a day for a surf! Our group was traveling with 5 children (under 5 years old... yes, we are crazy) and all of us were able to trade off the kids so we could get in some surfing! Jackie was quite possibly the best part of the trip! She cooked dinner for us every night so we could enjoy the sunset on the beach and return to the house and have dinner ready! This made getting all the kids to bed in a timely manner possible. Ask her to make salsa! It is amazing! The pool offered hours of entertainment as well. Just as a caution for anyone traveling with little kids... we had eyes on the pool at all times. It is right there, easy for them to sneak into! Stephen was very accommodating and was gracious with our many calls and emails prior to arriving! ;) Thank you for your patience with us! We will be returning at some point, may be when the kids are a little older! Also to clarify the room situation. There are 3 rooms with air conditioning, and 1 room above the kitchen/living area that is open to air. We actually stayed in the room above the kitchen. It was wonderful. A little breezy a few nights, but overall we loved it!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Best Family Vacation EVER!

This was our last chance at a family vacation before our daughter goes off to college. Needless to say we wanted to create memories and have some down time. Steve's home is located in a little beach town and next door to a surf school. Easy walk to the beach 1-2 minutes. The local restaurants serve farm to table incredible dishes. Honestly, we pick our vacation destinations based on animal adventures. We experienced cats, dogs, monkeys, horses, birds, crocodile, the list could go on. It was truly an exceptional experience. The home is set up to enjoy the time outside. The pool is HUGE. The home has privacy on all sides with the backyard is green belt. The kitchen with JACKIE was my favorite. She cooked some meals for us and she was better than the restaurants! The bedrooms all had AC, which is critical for sleeping. Steve was incredible to work with and very accommodating. He helped with ideas for adventures and where to eat. We traveled from Seattle Washington, not too far yet far enough to get away and warm up. Thank you Steve for sharing your home with us. We are grateful!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great family beach/surf vacation place

We rented this place for two weeks in November 2017 and it was great. The location is excellent, the outdoor patio ("rancho") and pool area is fabulous (as is Jackie the cook), and Steve the owner is responsive and helpful. Right next door is Agua Tibia surf school, which took good care of those of us trying surfing for the first time (including a pair of six year olds). The place is generally clean and well maintained, although it is aging and a bit cramped if you fill the living spaces to capacity. Functional, not fancy.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Hi Richard Thank you so much for the nice review :-)!!! I always try keep everything maintained as nice as possible, anything you can think of that would make our home nicer, or your stay more enjoyable I would love your input. So Glad you guys had a wonderful time :-)!!! Thanks so much Steve 😀�� Update: 1/20/19 Just wanted to let you know that we have updated the property. We put all new matching tile floors in the master and fresh paint on many of the outdoor areas. I was thinking about your comment about being cramped.. in looking back you had 16 people I do believe... :) :) It is probably best at 12 ... 3 couches can only hold so many adults... LOL We also added new patio lounges and a new stove, as well as more garden planting. Hope you come back soon! Thanks So much, Steve and Danielle
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful week

Casa Radl is well located in a quiet section of Guiones Beach. We spent a week there with our two adult children. It is a wonderful spot to stay for a Costa Rican surf adventure as it is a very short walk to the beach. We loved the outdoor Rancho Living Room and its' close proximity to the pool. Our girls thoroughly enjoyed the adventure of sleeping in the open air upstairs of the rancho. Jackie and Fernando were amazing and our daughters fell in love with Pebbles the cat. Steve, the owner, was extremely helpful and easy to deal with. Definitely the place to stay if you are looking for an authentic Nosara adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

You can't get any closer to the surf

This place is our heaven. You can't get any closer to the surf. I just love this place so much, I almost don't want to share my little secret heaven in the jungle. My hubby and I have stayed here a few times over the years - and - we just got back from a big group trip to Nosara where we rented 5 different houses and rooms in 4 different hotels, and let me tell you that this place is really the gem of them all. Okay let's just keep that between us? Cool. Our little secret. Please hire Jackie because she keeps it all safe and clean and perfect :)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great spot, lot's of room to spread out and relax!

Steve was great to deal with from the start! Answered lots of questions and provided great info on the area - before we had booked. We had two families staying 4 adults and 5 girls, and there was plenty of room with the extra cabin across the road. Whatever you do, hire Jackie for the week. She is a great cook, and not having to worry about shopping and prep made the days much easier. We've only been home a couple days, but miss it already!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Care-free family vacation!

We were a few families who stayed in a few different houses. We used this amazingly beautiful and well designed compound as our landing and launching point to all the attractions and lazy days. Jackie was such an asset to have on hand as we had children who needed constant feeding. Surfing was outstanding and the rental shop next door added to the ease of our stay. Steve was amazingly friendly and helpful when booking...thank you for your kind and thoughtful discussions about what we were to expect in Nosara and in your home. We felt blessed to share in such a welcoming beach (and jungle) community. We are so grateful, Thank You, Thank You!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Surf and Yoga mecca

So my family of five (17, 15, 10 year old kids) rented Casa Radl for a week in March. We all had a great week (minus a little local stomach bug that caught the wife and kids) surfing w/ Agua Tibia surf school , doing yoga at the Nosara Institute, horseback riding up the beach and just chillin' by the pool. Rodolfo the gardner is a saint (super nice guy) and Jackie is a great chef...definitely have her make some fresh guacamole / salsa...
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Retreat like Property!

We have traveled extensively through Costa Rica and have now found our favorite place in Nosara/Playa Guiones: Casa Radl! This property has it all. It is safe, which is an absolute MUST in Costa Rica, it is right by the beach, it is reasonably priced considering it sleeps up to 12 people, it has a huge pool with an outdoor lounge/kitchen/dining set up for a large group, there are bicycles provided to get around, the housekeeper and gardener are loyal and so helpful and one feels secluded even though the walk to local restaurants, markets and shops is a short one. Casa Radl is the perfect retreat for anyone who enjoys tropical living.
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