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Costa Rica Retreat

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by buildings and trees.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a glass table, and a building with balconies and a central tower.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by trees.
An open door leading to a pool area with lounge chairs and a tiled patio.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Peace of mind included
    Guests rate the location highly for safety.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Potrero Bay
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Playa Potrero, Guanacaste
  • Place, Potrero Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Penca Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪96 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Costa Rica Retreat

The condo was built in 2004 and includes all modern conveniences. It is fully furnished, with all kitchen items and linens. State of the art building materials were used in the construction, which include stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and tile throughout. The pool and sundeck are just steps from the front door and the ocean is about 'one block' from you!

In addition, the unit is a secure, walled property with a guard station at the entrance. There is no charge for the howler monkeys which were in the trees surrounding the property, when we visited in August.

The condo is easy walking distance to many local restaurants, grocery stores, and fresh fruit market. Short walk to kayaking, sailing, fishing, snorkeling. Iguanas, monkeys, green parrots are all present and common. Tours easily available to the cloud forest, volcanoes, jungle river cruises, leatherback turtles, and hanging bridges etc.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 260700vb
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 deadlock

About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, this condo is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Diamante Eco Adventure 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 hiking and ecotours.
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Playa Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Potrero Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Playa Potrero - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Penca Beach - 8 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 50 min drive - 26.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Surf Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shop Puro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rica Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Costa Rica Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Costa Rica Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Costa Rica Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Costa Rica Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Costa Rica Retreat located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is steps away from Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Penca Beach and Flamingo Beach are also within 3 miles (5 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. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good unit in a convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge R.

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

Great Place near great beaches.

The condo was as expected, very clean and with all the necessary amenities. Love the location, walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores and a few minutes driving from awesome Beaches. Flawless communication with Michael and Lis.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

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

Weekend getaway

Perfect place to enjoy a weekend. Reservation process was easy and very easy to communicate with the property manager. The condo is in a very secure area with gated entry. Very close to many restaurants and great beaches. The condo is very spacious and a well stocked kitchen. The property is well maintained and the pool was a nice place to relax as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a fabulous location 5 minutes from the beach and just a few minutes to a coffee shop and local gym. Restaurants and markets are within walking distance too. The property could use updates, but the pool is wonderful and has many loungers. There is also a propane bbq grill available for use, plus a covered parking spot and 24 hour security. The unit is quite large and communication with the property manager is great. Just a note that the beds are very firm and the sofas are not comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

lisa e.

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

Happy with our stay

The property was pretty much as described. Not quite as big as depicted. The only issue was that the pool was having maintenance done while we were there, we were not informed a head of time and was only told by the neighbour's. Lost a couple of days of being able to use it.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

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

Costa Rica Trip

Close to the beach and walking distance to everything we needed. Clean and affordable, overall a highlight of our trip! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun, 2022
Thank you for your kind words, Kenneth. I’m really glad that you had a great visit!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

Great condo

Loved the condo, pool and neighbors.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bree H.

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

Way better than advertised!

We were pleasantly surprised with the space, it was much larger than we anticipated! The hosts were very quick to respond to the very few inquiries we had as everything was as it was described. The location us fantastic and within walking distance to the town and the beach. Gate security was fantastic! We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo W.

Beautiful apartment with everything you need. Comfortable beds, a/c plus fans, refreshing pool.

American style apartment. Extremely clean and comfortable. Feels like new. About 5 minute walk to a dark sand so so beach. If you have a car you can drive to some of the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. Recommend Playa Penca, playa Mina and Conchal. 5 minute walk to fruit market and 10 minute walk to supermarket. Free access to beach club with discounts on food and water equipment rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael L.

Sweetness in Potrero

Great and relaxing place to stay. Potrero was a very laid-back, low-key community of the type that I would think very attractive to someone who just wants to take it easy, and absorb some Costa Rican warmth. Easy access to a great beach, fine eateries, all without the hustle and bustle of urbanity. The condo was great in every way!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Wonderful place to stay in Potrero

Clean and comfortable place near the beach and many restaurants. Well-appointed kitchen with everything you need to eat in. Lovely pool and gated complex.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2020
Thank you, Jennifer, for taking the time to post comments about your experience staying at our property. Best Wishes for a happy, prosperous 2019!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

A great condo in Potrero!

We had a wonderful time with our 3 children in this condo. It was very clean and comfortable with a short walk to the beach. We enjoyed the sailing center for lunch, drinks and swimming in the ocean and pool. Coco Loco in flamingo is amazing for beach side dinner at sunset. Breakfast or sunset drinks at the Bahia is also a must.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

Beautiful, convenient, everything you need!

This Luxury Retreat met beyond our expectations. The pool was beautiful and the home lovely. The AC worked awesome, the kitchen was stocked with all the accessories you could possibly need, all of the details are here! We will definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Janelle L.

Great location!

Would HIGHLY recommend this condo... not only do you have all the luxuries of home, but you get to immerse yourself into the local culture. Great location -- You can walk to the grocery store or fresh fruit market, there are plenty or great restaurants around (within walking distance) and the beach is across the street (a great beach!). It is in a gated community for extra safely and all other tenants are friendly and very helpful. Enjoy your stay in Coast Rica!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Jean c.

A great liitle oasis

We spent Feb. 2014 at Surfside Towers. Loved it. Very confortable unit, warm pool, extra clean condo, nice people. Close to fruit stand, several bars and rstaurants and a couple of food stores. Across the road from Potrero beach. We rented a car for a few days, took cabs and local buses to other beaches, way cheaper and less risky than driving. Great spot to explore the West Coast. Will return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Our Costa Rican Experience

Dear Tres Hermanos, We could not have had a better time at Surfside Towers and in Costa Rica. Your condo was perfect for us. We were very comfortable and having the pool right outside our door was fantastic. We met many wonderful people residing at Surfside and enjoyed their company. We can't say enough good things about William. We really appreciated getting to know him. He was very patient with me as I practiced my Spanish with him daily. The other part-time staff were also very helpful. One of the many things we really appreciated about staying at your condo was the real world Costa Rican experience right outside your door. The howler monkeys, the dusty roads with cattle roaming the streets, the open air Castillo restaurant with dogs walking in and out, the ocean beaches nearby. So many people with whom we talked were staying at sanitized, all-inclusive resorts. We felt we had the best of both worlds at Surfside, a comfortable place to stay and yet close access to a Costa Rican experience. Our tours to Monte Verde and Palo Verde were both extraordinary. All four of us rated this trip as one of the best we have ever taken. So thanks to you Tres Hermanos for sharing your space with us. Doug and Rob, I and sure that you'll be surprised to hear that we also appreciated being able to meet and spend some time with Michael and Suzanne both of whom were very welcoming and enjoyable people to be with. Thanks again making your Costa Rican home available to us. Dick & Kathie

About the host

Hosted by Michael and Suzann Speer

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Three brothers from various parts of USA bought 'Tres Hermanos' because together with our spouses we all love the very welcoming, gentle people of Costa Rica and the countless interesting and beautiful sites to see.

Why they chose this property

We enjoy the quiet community, and being able to walk to the local restaurants and market. The beaches are quiet.

What makes this property unique

This property gives all the comforts of home (and maybe nicer!), while you are in the midst of the Costa Rican culture. It is also an easy one hour drive from the airport in Liberia on paved roads. It you don't want to drive, there is a shuttle service available that will take you right to the front door!
Our family loves the Costa Rican people as well as the beauty of the country and the ocean. There are spectacular beaches and numerous restaurants that are right on the water. The food is delicious. My teen age daughter and I tried surfing for the first time and she also went on a tree top zip line.

Also, we have purchased a membership at the Costa Rica Sailing Center, located on the beach just 2 blocks from our condo. In addition to a beautiful beach, the Center has its own restaurant, swimming pool, and extensive equipment. As our guest, you will have the ability to utilize this facility and receive a 50% discount on all rentals, including paddleboards, kayaks, sailboats, and bikes and a $50 discount on all classes and tours. A Sailing Center ID card is located in the condo for your convenience. There is so much to see and do in Costa Rica!

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