Unparalleled Retreat: Ocean Views, Lush Greenery, Sleeps 22!!

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One of our favorite spots to relax under a green canopy and absorb the views.

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9 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast available

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste

Flamingo Beach2 min walk
Playa Potrero6 min drive
Conchal Beach50 min drive
Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 8

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

9 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Bathroom 8

Bathroom 9

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to our magical retreat in the heart of Flamingo Beach, one of Costa Rica's most picturesque coastal gems! Nestled just 50 meters from the pristine white sands, our property offers an unrivaled ocean view that will take your breath away as you watch incredible sunsets.
Immerse yourself in the tranquility of our very lush surroundings, bounded by vibrant greenery and a majestic century-old Ceiba at the edge of our pool terrace which provides shade to our large refreshing swimming pool.

What sets us apart? We're one of the few homes in the area with a capacity of up to 9 bedrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 22 persons without feeling cluttered, and offering a perfect location. While our home exudes rustic charm, it provides all the modern comforts and amenities necessary for a delightful stay.

Our pricing structure allows you to tailor your experience based on the number of rooms you choose to include. The rental starts with main house rental which in 2024 costs $900 during the high season and $700 in the low season. The house comprises three bedrooms: one with a queen-size bed, another with two queen beds, and a third featuring four spacious bunk beds suitable for accommodating eight adults. You can then increase the capacity by adding up to 6 detached bedrooms strategically scattered throughout the property, offering unparalleled privacy for larger groups. Four of these units feature a queen bed, while two others offer a king-size bed. The rate for each detached room is $100 per night during the high season or $75 in the low season. Two of these units have a convenient kitchenette with a refrigerator and we refer to them as apartments. It's important to note that any of these supplementary units not included in your rental will be securely closed off and will not be made available to any third party.

The rate for the main house and any detached room in 2025 will be $1,200 and $125 respectively in the high season, and $900 and $100 respectively in the low season.

It is important to note that the automatic quote given by VRBO includes the main house only. Once you decide how many additional rooms you will need – if any –we can gladly give you an exact quote and adjust the rate.

All rentals include a caretaker and housekeeper Monday to Saturday to ensure your stay is seamless, along with a night guard for added security. Transportation and chef services are available separately.

For weekly stays or longer (7 nights), we offer a 10% discount, making it even more enticing to embrace the beauty and tranquility our property offers.

Please note, during high season months, for weekly stays we do not offer Saturday to Saturday or Sunday to Sunday rentals.

Discover the magic of Flamingo Beach from the comfort of our charming retreat, where nature meets comfort, and every moment is an opportunity to create lasting memories. Your Costa Rican escape awaits!

Property manager

Ricardo Umaña

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Catalina Cove, a private estate on 1.25 Acres, walk to the beach

Outdoor space

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cancellations made with at least 45 days prior to the check-in date will receive full Reservation Deposit back (which is 50% of total rental amount)

If a cancellation occurs with less than 45 days, the Reservation Deposit will become non-refundable but rescheduling will be offered at no cost.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cabo Velas

Located in Cabo Velas, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flamingo Beach and Playa Potrero. Monkey Park and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Flamingo Beach - 2 min walk
Playa Potrero - 6 min drive
Playa Brasilito - 10 min drive
Reserva Conchal Golf Course - 11 min drive
Conchal Beach - 50 min drive

Getting around

Tamarindo (TNO) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - 3 min walk
Patagonia del Mar - 6 min drive
Angelina's - 14 min walk
Hemingway's - 8 min drive
Las Brisas - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Unparalleled Retreat: Ocean Views, Lush Greenery, Sleeps 22!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Unparalleled Retreat: Ocean Views, Lush Greenery, Sleeps 22!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unparalleled Retreat: Ocean Views, Lush Greenery, Sleeps 22!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unparalleled Retreat: Ocean Views, Lush Greenery, Sleeps 22!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unparalleled Retreat: Ocean Views, Lush Greenery, Sleeps 22!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Flamingo Beach and Potrero Bay. Playa Potrero and Playa Brasilito are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

26 January 2024

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed our stay at the Villa immensely! We really have nothing bad to say. We stayed for 10 days Ricardo and his team were always ready to help if we had any questions or needs. It is a 5 min walk away from beautiful Playa Flamingo beach. The pool was a great way to cool down if you didn't feel like going to the beach. If you get the chance to stay at this Villa I recommend it. Thank you for your hospitality Ricardo and team

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

22 August 2023

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

Family Reunion

We stayed at Ricardo’s property for a week with five different family units. There was enough room for all of us to have space and gather together. The pool and views from there were a favorite for everyone. The staff at the house was extremely helpful and kind to everyone. We especially appreciated Luis’s help when ordering pizza one night for dinner. Ricardo was an excellent host and answered ALL of our questions leading up to and during our stay. It was a great place to all gather together.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Brieanna K.

15 June 2023

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

Older House, great location

The location was ideal as the beach is beautiful and it’s close to several good restaurants. The house is older and does not have air conditioning in any communal areas, only the bedrooms and the kitchen is not ideal for cooking for a large party. Ricardo and Luis were very helpful, and responsive.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

7 June 2023

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

Charming with Character

Villa Martita is beautifully decorated with a wonderful view of the beach and the sunset. The pool is large with a mix of sun and shade all day. Santos keeps the pool and deck clean and scrubs the grill. His great niece, Tatiana, cleans the kitchen and makes beds. His son, Luis, the night guard is alert to noises. I stayed in the Dolphin room which has the outdoor bathroom with 2½ walls and a vine half wall on the rest. The bathroom is set up high above a sidewalk and has plenty of ventilation and great view of the ocean. When I banged something at night, Luis was quick to run his flashlight along the sidewalks, watching for an intruder. The Dolphin room is large with a comfortable king-sized bed and a kitchenette with full refrigerator/freezer. The bathrooms in the main house are the most modern. The bunk bed room has 8 twin beds. In the Turtles Apt the bathrooms had water heaters on the shower heads; there is a full refrigerator, table, and 1 room key for the outside door. One review mentioned that the toilets don’t take toilet paper. That only applies to the Pelican apt which has a tree growing through it, which adds character, the Monkey apt, and maybe the Crab apt which we didn’t use. My sister stayed at Hotel Margaritaville and couldn’t flush toilet paper. We did not run out of water and did not lose power as mentioned in the previous review. The kitchen is in the screened in area so jump in the pool when you get hot. Villa Martita has some quirks, but is a great value!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Jason and Suzy B.

7 April 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous property but a few items need help

We had a party of 20 people staying at Villa Martita for a senior spring break trip. The view and outdoor areas are incredible and the pool and surrounding area accommodates a large group. The hammock was so relaxing! The long table that seats a large group is a definite bonus. The properties location could not be better for an active group. We enjoyed the easy access to the beach, Coco Loco, Margaritaville for happy hour, and even walked to town several times for coffee and ice cream. The AC in the bedrooms works great (minus a couple days in one of the rooms, but Ricardo was very responsive and got it fixed). Ricardo was very attentive to our many concerns, specifically the cleanliness of the kitchen and bathrooms. Things to note: Can't flush toilet paper Daily power outages common Water runs out around noon Sewer smell in a few bathrooms Wildlife sometimes show up in house Not all rooms are shown in listing, two room have outside bathrooms, one has a tree in it. Also lots of ants, and a few large spiders. Staff is great but speak very little English. Chef service was wonderful, kitchen is small and dirty. With some cleaning and updating this place could be magical. We have some great stories and memories to last a lifetime. We would go back if it was gussied up a bit.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ricardo Umaña

Our family purchased the terrain back in 1982, when reaching Flamingo Beach from San José was a quite an endeavor. Back then, there were no phone lines, water was only from wells and very few services existed. The north ridge was completely virgin, only a handful of homes existed on the south ridge. Over the years Flamingo started growing beginning with a beachfront hotel and several condominiums. The marina was built in the 90's the area continuing growing, always maintaining a family-oriented experience. We first built a house with three bedrooms and a swimming pool. Over the years we added apartments and detached bedrooms with the idea of accommodating friends and family but making sure each room had its privacy so everyone could enjoy their space. We are blessed to have a centruy old stunning Ceiba tree providing shade on the pool terrace. We planted more other trees to help create a lush green environment where you truly feel surrounded buy nature and overlooking the magnificent Pacific Ocean. We love our place and hope that you do too!

Why they chose this property

If you have a large group of friends and family, and want a green space, a breathtaking ocean view, a beach considered one of the most beautiful in the country', sufficient privacy between rooms and the best beach cafe in the area at a comfortable two-minute walk, then this is the place to be.

What makes this property unique

If you like to be close to nature, in a house surrounded by trees and with a peaceful ocean view then this is the place for you. Some our guests have labeled it as an "organic house" and we couldn't agree more. Sitting by the pool under the shade of a magnificent ceiba tree that's at least 100 years old is awe inspiring.

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