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Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.

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A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a window with a view of palm trees.
A spacious living room with a dark wooden dining table, white upholstered chairs, a white sofa, and a painting on the wall.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story house with a tiled roof, a balcony, and a front entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits

    Top-rated for families.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Palo Seco Beach
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Direct access to beach
  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Puntarenas, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Palo Seco Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Studio

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Third bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest toilet

Toilet

Master bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Second bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Third bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.

The vacation rental name " Villa Mar a Lago" is because our property has direct ocean access in front and direct lake access on the back side, it is located in the central Pacific region of Costa Rica in a large sandy beach. Beautiful and wild beach with hundreds of coconuts trees along the 14 km sand beach. On its back a spectacular mangrove recognized for its great variety of birds and wildlife.
This "Mediterranean" style house totals 2.830 square feet of living area with a total of 4 bedrooms.
Some of the many amenities includes direct beach front access direct lake front, wonderful views, big swimming pool, green area, gardens
The house features: 1 Master bedroom with flat screen tv 42, 1 king size bed, jacuzzi, double sink, shower, closet, terrace.
Second bedroom: flat screen tv. 32 , 1 king size bed, shower, closet.
Third bedroom: 1 twin size bunk bed, small jaccuzi/ shower and balcony.
Studio: Space for 2 guests, one king size bed and full equipped kitchen
Kitchen: full equipped kitchen, poggen polh furniture, microwave, dish washer, refrigerator with ice maker.
Living room: big living area, guest toilet.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before noon

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties

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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 453 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Se requiere depósito $100 por cada mascota

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Se permite el fumado únicamente fuera de la casa

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

You do not need to do nothing. Lucy is there to take care of everything. Just enjoy your tríp back home or continúe your advendtures!!😁

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 3101317635
Property # 4720887
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 2
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

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Puntarenas, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Palo Seco Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Y Restaurante Club Pocares - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪La Cañada - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Soda El Tucan - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mar y Sol - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Rest. El Puente - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests. on 5 Dec 2026 start from £569, 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 Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 453 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests.?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Experience the jungle of Costa Rica!! Direct oceanfront property for 8 guests. located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Palo Seco Beach and within 16 miles (25 km) of Bandera Beach and Bejuco Beach. Playa Esterillos Este and Rainmaker are also within 20 miles (32 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. 71 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 75 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here with our family. The location worked extremely well for exploring Manuel Antonio, Quepos, the beaches, and the surrounding area. The property was comfortable and gave us a great place to relax together after being out all day. A fantastic second stop on our Costa Rica trip and somewhere we’d gladly recommend to other families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing , the pictures do not do it justice. Lucy is the lady who is in charge of property she is amazing as her husband they take great care of the home. If you want quiet peaceful and away from all the busy stuff this is the place , yet if your wanting to be around all the activities they are only 30-40 mint drive. We are booking our return vacation as soon as we get home and settle our finances lol…
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2026
Thank you! ❤️ you are more than welcome.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish the entire process was extremely smooth! Lucy and Louis are amazing and really make the property and experience there shine! If you are looking or considering other properties don’t, just book it and you will thank me later.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2026
Thank you!!!❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, amazing, amazing! Best VRBO we have ever stayed at. Lucy was so sweet and helped us so much! She even made a traditional breakfast for us the morning we left. Luis was great, he cut open coconuts for us and he and Lucy built a bonfire for us on the beach. What an amazing time! We will miss Lucy and Luis so much! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2026
We are glad that you enjoyed! Thank you ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of 4 just returned from our stay. We really enjoyed our visit and found the house to be a nice getaway from the city. The beach was peaceful and the property was beautiful. Lucy and Louise were amazing and the trip would not have been the same without them.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2026
Thank you!! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful home in Palo Seco! If you’re wanting to experience authentic Costa Rica, this is the perfect destination. The house was beautiful and well equipped and we absolutely LOVED our on-site host, Lucy. She lives on the property and takes excellent care of guests. She cooked dinner for us two of the mornings we were there and it was so good! Our teenage girls kept saying how much they missed Lucy’s breakfast throughout the rest of our trip! The highlight of the stay was the beautiful beach steps from the house. The girls loved it and it was so nice to watch the sun rise and set right on the water. It was incredibly private too. Truly your own little slice of paradise. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2026
Thank you ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, we really enjoyed our stay!! Lucy and Luis were amazing hosts, they made our stay extra special:) Muchas gracias!!
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you!! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing time we had! Thank you both!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2026
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Suited our needs perfectly. Having the large pool was a big hit with the kids. Lucy was so helpful with any help we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucy and her husband were outstanding caretakers. They were so kind and helpful. We loved the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you for choosing us ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was as perfect as it could be.
Direct beach access.
View of the mangroves on back of property
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucy & Luis were awesome hosts! Cooked us dinner that was delicious! The view was amazing and the grounds are kept impeccable!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had everything we needed for a beautiful stay and the property manager is on site, lovely, and was willing and able to provide what ever we needed including 2 wonderful meals! Minor issue with the hot water for showers but frankly with the air temp and humidity it was refreshing and we did not ask to have it fixed!! It is off the beaten path and 50-60 minutes from sight seeing but worth it for the privacy, quiet and calm down time. Wonderful! Thank you for your attention to our every need Lucy and Luis!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a beautiful stay at Mar a Lago. Everything in the house was perfect and the grounds are stunning. Luci should be added as an amenity because we so enjoyed her food and company. We would certainly return here for another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, great pool, super close 1 minute walk to beach. Amazing!! Love the washer dryer as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mar-a-lago is a stunning beach property! It was the perfect place for our family of 4, with plenty of extra room. Lucy & Luis do an amazing job of managing the house and the surrounding property. There are lots of sun & shade seating options while outside either on the beach or in the pool. There is a lot of animal watching as well, we saw sloths, crabs and lots of birds. The black sand beach was a fantastic experience and the ocean water was warm enough to swim in. The beach is a true private beach, we saw maybe 5 other people on the beach in the 4 days that we stayed at the property. The pool is much larger than the pictures indicate. The beds and pillows were extremely comfortable. Our time at this property was truly relaxing, with the ability to completely disconnect & relax. We began our trip to San Jose and then Arenal Volcano, out stay at the beach was the best way to end our trip to such a beautiful country. 10/10 highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2026
Thank you!!❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucy and Luis made our stay in Costa Rica extra special! Lucy is a ray of sunshine, radiating joy! The property was amazing… exceeded our expectations! Walks on the beach were incredible at sunrise and sunset! So quiet and secluded, very few people. Take a boat tour with the neighbor I believe his name is Rafael. We had the best time in the mangroves with the monkeys! Can’t give this place enough stars!
Boat tour in Mangoves
Sunsets on the beach
Auntie on the beach - always finding sand dollars
Monkeys in the mangroves
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2026
Thank you! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place!

We loved staying here and couldn't believe the proximity to the beach. The caretakers were amazingly sweet and thoughtful, too! Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This house is nice and secluded with great access to the beach. The house is very comfortable and we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

My husband, I and our 4 kids (3 teenagers and 1 college age) stayed here for a week and loved it! We liked that it is out of the city, we loved being able to go back and forth from the ocean to the pool, and the property is very well maintained!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Well appointed villa off the beaten path.

Excellent attentive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was so beautiful with wide open spaces downstairs. The kitchen was easy to navigate and had what we needed to make a quick breakfast. Outside was a refreshing pool and the grounds were stunning. The massive beach was only a few meters away and the sunsets were breathtaking. Communication with the host was easy and Lucy was absolutely delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maria was an excellent host very easy to contact and very helpful with several things I was trying to accomplish on this trip. The house and grounds were fabulous and the onsite caretakers were incredible and always available to assist with anything we needed. They did this all without being intrusive. The pool has to be one of the largest in the area. It was my favorite amenity.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was amazing! Staying here felt so luxurious for our family of 4. We enjoyed being a 1 minute walk from the house to get to the beach. The hammocks strung under coconut trees were a highlight. Lusi made us feel welcome, greeting us with a smile and making sure we were taken care of. Such great hospitality! We also enjoying the pool and seeing the monkeys pass through once or twice a day. My daughter really enjoyed drinking from coconuts too. We would definitely stay here again and miss it already! Truly a paradise!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
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About the host

Hosted by Maria Fonseca Ureña

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Why they chose this property

I recommend our house for your vacation to all the people like to have privacy, nature, peace of mind and get away of stress.
Palo Seco is a beach away from the crowded touristic places, where our guests can enjoy and know the costarican real life and enjoy the beautiful nature.
But for a change also is close enough to Jaco or Manuel Antonion.

What makes this property unique

Direct beach front, 60.000 sqfeet of land, a big pool with 1.650 sqfeet area.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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