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Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town

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A swimming pool with a view of the ocean and a hillside.
A poolside area with a view of the ocean, lounge chairs, and a striped umbrella.
A covered patio with wicker furniture, a grill, and a view of the ocean.
A swimming pool with a view of the beach and ocean, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowers.
A modern dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a bowl, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Private pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tamarindo, Guanacaste
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪100 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

en-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this holiday home is near the beach. Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Reserva Conchal 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 Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours.
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Tamarindo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 12 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 38 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 44 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sol Bakery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪El Pelícano - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town?

As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town on 1 Nov 2026 start from £1,900, 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.

How much is parking at Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Ocean View Retreat with Private Pool, Close to Beach & Town located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Tamarindo Church and Playa Langosta are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location , views, amenities,host..
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
My family of 10 stayed here , This place was 5 star beautiful home . Hillary the cook and cleaner always prepared an awesome breakfast. I would definitely rent here again .
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay in Tamarindo! Adriana was an excellent host, she coordinated excursions, transportation, & we had 2 chefs prepare meals that were delicious. In addition, the house & views great & the housekeeper, Hilary, was on point. She made great breakfasts, did laundry, & kept the house sparkling! It was our first experience in CR & we LOVED IT! Definitely doing it again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, great location and excellent concierge team.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Casa Ventana

Great home with wonderful staff on site.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tamarindo

Great place! We would stay here again. Homemade breakfast was a highlight. View is even better than the pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you Brian, it was great to have you with us and so happy to hear you had an amazing experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Houes

Loved the sunsets and sunrises from the patio. the kitchen allowed for great cooking
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous house, STUNNING view that you cannot believe!! The house has everything you need for a large group staying here. Host was very accommodating, we didn’t stay long enough to use Hillary since we wanted to explore Tamarindo (which we loved). Would definitely come back & stay longer to use Hilary and what host offers. You will need a car or side by side to get up steep drive unless you are very fit for waking up the steep hill to house. So worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tico Time

Beautiful property in a wonderful location. Convenience to Tamarindo a big plus. Liked the security the development, El Tesoro. Management company was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful, clean and has almost everything you need. The beds were comfortable. The housekeeper was a huge plus. She made breakfast, cleaned the house and did laundry daily. I wish the communication with the guest manager would have been more prompt but ultimately it was fine. There were no dish towels and the paper towels were very thin. We also had to buy our own laundry detergent to do extra loads of laundry. Otherwise the house was well stocked. I would only mention that the pool looked bigger in the photos online. It was no problem but don’t expect a pool to dive into, it is shallow. The best part about the house is that the views are phenomenal from almost every room.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pura Vida!!!

This is such a stunning property-the views are unparalleled!!! The home is perfectly appointed with 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths. Our concierge Adriana, house helper Hillary and Chef Miriam/staff were all amazing and so accommadating! We will definitely be recommending this location and will be back. Thank you and Pura Vida
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bachelorette Party in Casa Ventana

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Such a great experience. The Tamarindo Rentals team was so helpful and everyone was so friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you so much Mai! It's great to know you had a great experience. It was a pleasure to assist you throughout your trip, we hope to have you back sometime! Pura Vida!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sunsets

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved the house and amenities. It's away from town but close enough
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you Christopher! We're happy to know you had a great experience and that you like the house and the area! Hope you plan on coming back! ;-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in excellent location

Our family had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home. The home is close to everything yet a world away in terms of serenity and vistas. If you plan to walk everywhere, note that it is a steep hill climb from the beach area. Very doable if you are in good shape. Otherwise, you will need a car. The home is exactly as advertised and the daily breakfast service was a nice amenity.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Epic vacation

2 families with 10 people. The house and location couldn’t have been more perfect. The home is in an ideal neighborhood with a stunning view. Golf carts are a must to zip in and out of town. Cris and her team were quick to respond to questions. The excursions were great and Gustavo was a terrifIc guide and driver.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

This property is exactly as advertised. The property was clean. The view was amazing. It is in a great location and a quiet neighborhood with a guard at the front gate. They were strict on who the allowed to enter the neighborhood. So I felt it was very safe. The host was in constant contact, and answered all questions I had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Casa Ventana. The house had everything we needed, was clean, and had a great pool. The concierge service and housekeeping was also stellar. One suggestion- the lip from the road to the driveway is clearly a problem in terms of the angle, as it was covered in scrapes, and several vans/ Ubers damaged the bottom of their cars on it while picking us up or dropping us off. It needs to be fixed or at least have a warning sign. Otherwise, everything was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

We visited Casa Ventana with a group of 9, 4 adults and 5 children. The property was great, clean, beautiful views, woke up to Howler monkeys, so serene. The daily housekeeping and breakfast service was such a nice touch and part of the reason we booked this residence. Absolutely worth doing. Allowed the adults to feel like they were on vacation without staying in a hotel. We rented UTVs to get to the beach, this is a must with children. The hill to the house is quite steep. We brought in a chef one night and he was amazing. We love Costa Rica and will definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views and great location

We were two families traveling together with four teen boys. The house is in a great location (gated community across from beach) with plenty of room for the 8 of us. We worked with Cris at Stay in Tamarindo for renting UTVs, fishing, Catamaran and boat charter. She also booked a terrific private chef. Cris was fantastic and we had the best time. Anything we needed she handled, including last minute requests. Renting a UTV was great because the house is on a steep hill (needed for views! Sunset is breathtaking.) The breakfasts were fantastic (the housekeeper will cook for you.) The upstairs bedroom is a little warm (but we just closed the shades when we ran the AC.) This was such a wonderful trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Home for Multiple Families!

The home was great for our large group! The fact that almost all the rooms had bathrooms were a huge selling point and the rooms were all large and spacious. The house was very clean, well stocked and the views from every room were wonderful. The house is very close to town, but we rented UTV's to get around as we were traveling with children and the hill leading up to the house is pretty steep. The breakfasts were outstanding. The pool was great and overall we had a great time at Casa Ventana! Cris was very responsive during out stay, and gave a great recommendation for a baker as we were celebrating a birthday and requested a cake. We did run into several hiccups during our stay, I.e. internet went out, BBQ ran out of propane after one use, pool needed to be shocked and the pool umbrella broke. While inconvenient, most of the issues were attended to the same day by the wonderful maintenance staff. The town is cute and the nightlife was fun. Would definitely recommend if you are traveling to the area!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous home with incredible view

We were a group of 4 couples in our sixties and seventies. We absolutely loved our stay of 10 days. The house is well set up for multiple couples. The pool is gorgeous. The view from the hilltop where the house is situated is absolutely stunning. The kitchen is very well stocked with utensils, dishes and tools, etc. Any requests or questions we had were responded to immediately by Adrianna and by Hillary who was at the house with us every day between 8 and 4. Both were incredible. The bedroom on the top floor is beautiful but difficult to keep cool. We slept well anyway. Great beds and bedding.The house is situated on quite a steep hill which made walking up and down difficult for some of the older or injured people in our group. They used Ubers (plentiful and cheap), while others of us enjoyed the exercise. Be aware that golf carts can’t be used as the hill is too steep. Beach is about 600 meters away. Huge busy, interesting beach with lots of fun beach bars, restaurants and surfers.Highly recommend this beautiful home.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We travelled with a large group and it was just perfect for us. The pool was the kids favourite, of course. Every room had it’s own AC and washroom which was really nice. Having a laundry room was a huge help too. The highlight of the house is having the joy of watching the breathtaking sunset over the ocean every single evening. What a stunning view! Marina came every morning and cooked us a delicious breakfast and cleaned the house. Her eggs were always perfect. You’ll need a car for sure if you plan on leaving the house. The hill up to the house is really long and steep, it’s tiring to walk up especially for young kids. The location is convenient as it’s very close to the biggest grocery store and the town of Tamarindo. We would definitely go back in a heart beat! Miss it already!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you Heidi for your glowing review! We are so happy you feel well taken care of at "a home away from home" during your relaxing time off. Mariana is a Gem ;) we 'll make sure to let her know you loved her food and her services. We hope to greet you back here very soon! Pura Vida.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home, great ocean view

The layout of this home was great for our 6-person family group. The 3 en suite bedrooms directly off the pool deck and a large upstairs bedroom with separate terrace are spacious and well laid out (we didn’t use the 5th “no view” bedroom). We had some difficulty with the water temperature in a couple of the bathrooms, but once we realized the handle needed to be turned in the opposite direction from a normal setup, all was well. There’s also some finesse required to get the grill to light, but these were both very minor issues to which the property manager responded quickly. We loved the breakfasts prepared by Daniela and appreciated the mid-week cleaning. As other reviewers note, the home is located at the top of a very steep hill - several family members did walk down to the beach and into town a few times during our stay; the walk down is easy and pleasant and the walk up is a good way to work off the big breakfast. We had a rental car and it’s definitely tricky to turn around in the driveway (also, parking in town is its own challenge). Still, we were glad to have a car for quick runs to the nearby Auto Mercado and for day trips. Overall, the home and pool are well maintained and well managed and the team at Stay in Tamarindo is responsive and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely work with them again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing view

First, this was my first time staying in a private home. I usually stay in a hotel when I travel. I celebrated my 40th birthday with 5 of may friends and we all had our own space. The home is very spacious and has an amazing view of the ocean and the sunsets. We opt to buy groceries and have our breakfast prepared which was the best. Two nights we had a personal chef come in and prepared and served dinner. The concierge was very helpful. I did have a couple issues, but they did not make or break my stay. I stayed in the master bedroom and had to let the shower run a bit before I was able to get hot water. Since I felt like I was waisting water, I took cold or Luke warm showers during my stay. The two back rooms had no problems at all. Also, you do need a car or a driver. The beach is near but not a 4 min. walk. You have to walk down a steep hill and walk back up. Which is very hard. The home is close to town and lots of restaurants and beach bars. I must say, I had a great time. I felt comfortable in the home and would stay again and will recommend to others. It was close enough to interact with others, but far enough to feel like you are in a remote place. Perfect setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Thank you Candace for sharing your experience. We are happy to hear you had a great time and first good experience on a vacation rental! Indeed the home is ideally located, close to town, but far enough from the hustle and bustle, with the infinity pool and perfect sunset views over the beach and ocean. It’s true the hill can be a bit tough (depends on each individual physical condition) but then again, without it there wouldn't be such an amazing view. Thank you again for staying with us and see you next time!
Archival

6/10 Okay

Casa Disappointment - Daily Surprises

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were welcomed by a cement mixer, gravel, sand, and cinder blocks on the driveway that blocked ease of backing out of the driveway that was already challenging because of the steep incline. All drivers including tour shuttle drivers had no turning space and we had to back out in reverse. Three days before it was removed. Toilets in front entrance and bedroom under staircase backed up with foul odor. Dishwasher would not work till 6th day after serviceman. Water leak from wall in garbage can area. Management tried their best to do service recovery and fixes, but this house failed them. Kitchen was inadequate for catering for guests per caterer recommended by management. He suggests max of 12. Suggestions to improve: honest disclosure of condition of property, inspection prior to receiving guests with criteria list, and fix plumbing issues before renting out again. Maribel, daily cook/housekeeper exemplifies Pura Vida. Sunset House and Casa Tortugas which our party rented as well did not have any issues at all. Upper landing staircase and masters closet stayed HOT.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2023
Hi Lou, We are so sorry that you found the construction materials to be a problem. We are building some garden features at the home between guest visits and we thought the materials were off to the side enough not to be bothersome. We removed everything as soon as we heard it was an eyesore to you not after three days as you state. Your other comments are challenging to accept as factual however. The toilets with the foul smell were functioning perfectly and no smell could be detected. The dishwasher issue was reported the day before you checked out. It was attended to immediately and claiming you suffered 6 days without it is confusing. Regarding the home not being well enough equipped to cater to groups exceeding 12, it is not supposed to. The house sleeps 12. It is marketed for 12 person occupancy. How is it a complaint against this home that it is not capable of providing catering to more than 12 people? If you wanted to do a catered event there for more than 12 people then the caterer should provide the equipment for the extra people. Your complaint would be akin to a complaint to the rental car company that your 4 seater rental car did not seat 8. This is truly a beautiful home and people do truly enjoy their stays here. I grant you the construction materials were objectionable but the other items I cannot find as legitimate complaints. By the way the new garden features and walls are complete and they really look fantastic!
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