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Contemporary home within beachfront gated community

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A modern house with a swimming pool, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a large sliding glass door leading to an interior space.
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A modern bedroom with a large sliding glass door, a wooden bed, and two white chairs on a wooden deck.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden sideboard.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a unique wooden coffee table, and a view of the kitchen and outdoor area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to WAYRA Institute of Spanish
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Playa Langosta, Provincia de Guanacaste
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪106 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Casita 1

1 King Bed

Casita 2

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Casita 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Casita 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Room

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Washing room

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Contemporary home within beachfront gated community

Villa Ethir is a contemporal home built on the point between the estuaries of Playa Tamarindo and Playa Langosta.
The noun 'ethir' derives from old Sindarin and means 'mouth of a river'.

Punta San Fransisco - as locals call it - is situated on a rock that overviews Tamarindo beach on the right and has Langosta beach to your left. You have direct beach access in front of the villa to both playa Tamarindo and playa Langosta,which is the more upper end part of Tamarindo.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Allowed JUST outside of the property.
No pets allowed inside of the property No live music, party’s, loud music allowed after 10pm Only paying guests are allowed on property
Please keep doors locked at all time when not present (loss of property is at own risk) A safe is available for smaller items at the main house
Strictly no smoking policy inside of the property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1278378vb
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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this villa is in the city centre and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Playa Langosta, Provincia de Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Langosta - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 44 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 50 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baulas Snack Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Berrakera - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Tabú - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Contemporary home within beachfront gated community have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Contemporary home within beachfront gated community pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Contemporary home within beachfront gated community?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary home within beachfront gated community?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary home within beachfront gated community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary home within beachfront gated community located?

Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront villa is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Beach. WAYRA Institute of Spanish is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

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. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway Villa - lovely pool and we'll equipped kitchen! Great housekeeping. Short drive to everything in town ! 6 Stars! Thank you Bert , Sol, Juanita!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place on the coast

Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bert was an amazing host. Made our honeymoon very special. Answered all our questions and helped set up our itinerary. His villa was amazing. Juanita kept our place spotless. Five star.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet retreat in walking distance to downtown Tamarindo

This small compound with pool, situated in a safe gated community on the edge of Tamarindo and a 2 minute walk to beaches, is an ideal getaway for a family with teenagers. We surfed, swam, and did day trips to local sites. The owner and property manager were terrific and responsive to all needs. A perfect vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property!

We loved every minute at the villa! Ideally located, spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The pool area was amazing, peaceful and private. The property manager couldn’t have been more helpful. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As advertised

The villa was exactly as advertised. Bert and Su were super responsive hosts. We had an excellent time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house is beautiful as advertised and close to beach. Separate casitas for two rooms and the main bedroom in the main house. The property manager Sol is great and very helpful. Will go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This amazing property was exactly as described. Safely ensconced in a quiet gated community, perfectly situated for access to town, and steps from a beautiful beach. The property was the perfect layout for our family with three adult children. The casitas gave everyone their own space when needed but beautiful gathering space in the main house living room and kitchen and the outdoor dining area and pool. Our host Bert was fantastic, providing us with great restaurant and sightseeing recommendations and checking in periodically. Bladimir came by each day to spruce up the garden and clean the pool. Juanita did a mid-week clean and took care of some of our laundry. And Josue, the property manager, popped in with supply refills. This is a finely honed team who made our Costa Rica experience memorable for all the right reasons.
Sunset from the ridge overlooking the beach.
Howler monkeys on the beach path.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bert's place in Langosta was absolutely stunning. We had 4 adults and 1 kid, and the space suited us very well. The kiddo loved the pool, which has warm, clean water. There was more than enough space for 2 golf carts, and it was convenient to get to Langosta and Tamarindo. I am a sucker for outdoor lighting, and this home hit all the marks on that. All of the big windows made it feel open, and the furnishing and decor were chic and modern. The couch... is it crazy to say one of our favorite things was the couch? We all got sucked in and did some good relaxing there. The neighborhood feels safe and we appreciated the guarded entrances and sense of security. The beach access is also very close, so that is convenient for those looking to walk to the water without using a public access point in Tamarindo. Juanita and Jose were top notch! We requested an extra laundry cleaning day, and Juanita was happy to do that. We locked our key in the casitas once, and Jose was there in 10 minutes to come help us out. The staff was very responsive which we greatly appreciate! Thank you, Bert!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic time for a get away. It is a great location that is bike and golf cart friendly. Bert was extremely hospitable and the check in and check out was seamless! Will definitely be re-visiting!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at Villa Ethir. Bert is a wonderful host and the location is just perfect!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for family with teens

Nice place to stay with teens or couples as each room is essentially its own cottage. Bert is an attentive and responsive host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Private Retreat

This house is close enough to walk to the center of Tamarindo, but, far enough away to be quiet. The beach access to 2 amazing beaches is truly steps away from the house. We loved it here... Joah is such a wonderful property manager, and the breakfast provided by Juanita every morning was resort quality. We traveled with our 2 teenage children and the layout allowed them to feel independent, but, we still felt very safe. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stylish, impeccably situated house

This home was perfect for our group of 6 who ranged in ages from six to sixty. It has all you need for your stay in Guanacaste. Well appointed kitchen, a delightful small pool, congenial set up and all the systems worked really well. Juanita the housekeeper who can cook breakfasts for you is a delight and the property management team sought to be helpful at every turn helping with a New Year's dinner reservation, booking massages and a private chef for a couple evening meals. Most of all, it's hard to imagine a better place to root yourself if you are interested in exploring Costa Rica's gorgeous pacific coast. The house is a short walk from two very different beaches and dozens of others are less than an hour by car. Furthermore it's a good home base for adventures further afield as our group took trips to volcanos, waterfalls and to visit sloths--all day trips from this property. Pura VIda indeed.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home for a relaxing vacation

Everything from start to finish was wonderful. Joah made sure we were well taken care of and very attentive to all of our requests. My wife and I brought our two young kids (6&4), and this home was perfect for our month long getaway. We highly recommend and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2021
Brian and his family were great guests. I am so happy they enjoyed their month getaway at the villa. Will be happy to welcome them back. joah
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gran ubicación

La casa está en una ubicación privilegiada a solo 10 minutos de playa caminando con acceso directo desde el condominio.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Experience

The property is excellent! A chic-modern oasis surrounded by touches of jungle and a few minutes walk from two distinct beaches. In one direction, 10 minutes to Tamarindo restaurants, nightlife and all. In another, 3 minutes to an amazing bed and breakfast tucked away on the beach and another 10 to a river mouth and protected turtle sanctuary. The peaceful, well-maintained, and spacious property is a perfect tranquil pairing with an exciting day or evening in town. Joah the property manager was very attentive, amiable, and offered perfect insiders advice to elevate our stay to perfection. “Rainy Season” in August turned out to be just a few quick late afternoon showers in exchange for a week of not-too-busy beaches, bugless nights, and incredible sunsets. Can’t wait to return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect setup for our family

We have two adult daughters, one with a fiance, and the house was cozy but also spacious, with lots of privacy. We cooked in the modern kitchen, swam in the pool, walked on the beach, and listened to the beautiful parrots. Nice location close to town but not in it. And Sol is a terrific property manager!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful!!!

Wow--Amazing place! Great owners and manager too! We felt like the home was better than expected. Bert, Joah, Sol and Norlan were such a great team. Super communication and caring! They made it a great experience. We felt safe, comfortable, and appreciated! Best place to stay in Tamarindo and easily worth the cost! A+++
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by Bert

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Why they chose this property

Our property is literally 1 min from the beach.
The end of the garden leads to a small path that takes you to playa Tamarindo (on the right) and playa Langosta (to your left).
The neighbourhood is quiet , lush and green and has daily visit from monkeys and all kinds of birds.

What makes this property unique

1 min from beach
Ocean view from main terrace and swimming pool

All bedrooms have been centered around the swimming pool. The master bedroom (main house) have a terrace/swimming pool view. The other 2 bedrooms are located on the other side of the swimming pool and have pool/garden view.

FOR BOOKINGS AFTER MID JANUARY 2025 : a 25% discount has been applied to your nightly price as we will have some construction going on in the neighbourhood from that time on. We want to apologise in advance for this inconvenience by offering you this extra discount on top of weekly/monthly discounts.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Dutch

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