Luxury wellness retreat Villa with professional gym, sauna, cold plunge, yoga, private pool, housekeeping & beach club membership —your perfect balance getaway in Costa Rica.

Experience the ultimate wellness getaway in this private Costa Rican villa, featuring a professional-level gym, sauna, cold plunge, and yoga area surrounded by nature. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts, wellness retreats, or digital nomads seeking balance, inspiration, privacy and rejuvenation by the beach.

Here at Avara House, our aim is to give you a luxurious hotel feel in a private home setting. We provide housekeeping services Monday through Saturday with your rental (9am - 12pm). You can pre arrange breakfast preparation for $50 a day. (no groceries included)

• Hacienda Pinilla
With three-miles of coastline, Hacienda Pinilla’s 4,500 acres offer an incredible experience to explore and enjoy the natural beauty of this ranch property, with pristine beaches, and untouched natural landscapes, combined with surf for intermediate to advanced and word class amenities such as , 20 miles of MTB trails, horse stables, 18 hole golf course, tennis and racquetball courts and the renown Hacienda Pinilla beach-club on the white sands of Playa Avellanas, Hacienda Pinilla finds the balance in nature, luxury, adventure and Pura Vida!

We have a corporate membership for our guests to enjoy the exclusive Hacienda Pinilla beach club at $5 per person a day.

PLEASE NOTE that the Hacienda Pinilla Beach is different from JW Marriott facility. If you wish to visit the JW, you must purchase a $120 day pass.

As a guest of Avara House you will have access to the Hacienda Pinilla amenities,

3 WHITE SAND BEACHES BEACHES

Playa Avellanas -
Home of the hacienda Pinilla beach club and the famous 2 mile stretch of surf filled Playa Avellanas.


Playa Mansita
A flat water lagoon at Low Tide, snorkel, fish and Explore the Tide pools of Playa Mansita.
Home to the JW Marriott, walk off the beach and enjoy the hotel restaurants and bar.
For anyone wanting flat waters, Playa Mansita at Low tide is perfect for you!

Playa Langosta -
With large trees right up to the shoreline, Langosta provides a the perfect setting for a long day at the beach. Bring your cooler, a packed lunch and enjoy a beach day at the 'palapas'.


BEACH CLUB

The Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club sits right on the white sand of Playa Avellanas.

With an infinity-edge pool that looks over the crashing waves of Little Hawaii, The beach club is a must for any of our guests. With an open air restaurant, poolside sunbeds, tiki bar, gymnasium, soccer and volleyball courts The Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club has something for everyone.
As a guest of this property, the entry into the beach club is $5 (only paid once per day and for ages 10+)

*Beach Club has an annual closing in October for maintenance and upgrades.


• JW MARRIOTT HOTEL
Hacienda Pinilla is home to the J W Marriott hotel, as a guest of Avara House you have access to the numerous restaurants on offer. See our digital guidebook for menus and information.
You can purchase a day pass for use of the JW amenities and pool, the largest pool in central America!

• GOLF COURSE
Created by Mike Young, This par 72 course, which can play up to 7,200 yards, was designed to enhance the natural landscape of Hacienda Pinilla, weaving through the tropical forest along the shores of the Pacific to provide an unparalleled blue water backdrop.

Season Dates 18 Holes 9 Holes Twilight* Súper Twilight*
$150 $75 $90 $75

*Twilight rate applies after 1 pm
*Super-Twilight rate applies after 3 pm

• TENNIS COURTS
3 hard court tennis courts with onsite instructor.
Hacienda Pinilla offers Tennis and Pickleball Clinics, Lessons or court rentals.

• Clinics:
Monday 8.30-9.30 am: Fit-tennis all levels, $15
Tuesday 5-6.30 pm: advanced clinic, $20
Thursday 4-5.30 pm: intermediate clinic, $20
Saturday 8.30-10.30 am: pickleball clinic, $10

Lessons:
$60/hour
$70/ 2 persons 1 hour
$200/ package 4 lessons
$450/ package 10 lessons

Court:
$10 - $15 per hour
$25/ hour with light
$5/ racquet or paddle
$5/ per person pickleball session


• HORSE STABLES
Sixteen kilometers of scenic trails that wind through the dry forest and out to the white sands of Playa Langosta this is a uniquely Costa Rican experience right here in Hacienda Pinilla. Guided horseback tours are available at any time, the tours can be customized to fit your group from 30 mins to 2 hrs the ride takes you through the forest and the along the secluded beaches and river mouths all here within the ranch.

• MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS
The pro trails are 30 kms running all throughout the ranch
The amateur trails are 15 kms
These trails are also great for hiking and exploring the 4500 acres.

• SURFING
Hacienda Pinilla has to be one of the best locations in Costa Rica to base your surf trip. With 6 waves just on Playa Avellanas and private access to the beach breaks of playa Langosta you don't even need to leave the ranch, but if you looking to explore the area, the famous Playa Negra reef breaks are just 10 minutes south and the the river mouth and beach breaks of Tamarindo just 10 minutes to the north.




At Avara House you will find the following room distribution:

1st Bedroom: 1 King bed, private bathroom
2nd Bedroom: 1 King bed, private bathroom
3rd Bedroom: 1 King bed, private bathroom
4th Bedroom: 1king bed, Private bathroom
5th Bedroom: 1 Queen pull out couch, Private bathroom

1 extra full bathroom and 1 half bathroom


We recommend that you choose Liberia as your international arrival destination. Avara House is just 1 hr and 15minutes from the international airport of Liberia (LIR)

Avara House is located 5 hours from the international airport of San Jose(SJO)

We can help arrange a private shuttle or rental car pick up for you. Additionally, we can arrange a rental car to be delivered to the property for your arrival.

• We highly recommend you to rent a vehicle during your stay as our community is secluded from the closest town and all destinations are within driving distance.



HIGHLIGHTS

• New Professional-Level Gym: A beautiful, high-end gym equipped with everything you need for a complete workout, from cardio and strength machines to free weights—perfect for fitness enthusiasts and wellness retreats.

• An amazing outdoor pool and covered terrace

• Stunning private pool with covered terrace, cold plunge, and sauna

• Artistically curated ambience. Each element of Avara House has been carefully selected for the best possible living experience. From its sound system to the lighting, plants and ornaments.

• Daily cleaning services: Enjoy the luxury of daily housekeeping services, ensuring a pristine and stress-free environment throughout your stay.
Additional housekeeping or breakfast preparation help hours can be pre-arranged.

• The Beach club membership will give you access to all the amenities you need for a perfect day at the beach, including chairs, umbrellas, and a gym. $5 entry fee

• Daily housekeeping (Monday to Saturday - 9am to 12pm)

• World-Class Community Amenities: Immerse yourself in Hacienda Pinilla's world-class amenities, including over 20 miles of MTB and running trails, 3 miles of coastline with 8 surf breaks, tennis and pickleball courts, horse stables and tours, and proximity to the JW Marriott resort.

• Concierge Services: Elevate your stay with our concierge services, ensuring that every detail is taken care of for a truly extraordinary tropical getaway.


* Cancellation & Refund Policy

Cancellations made 60 days or more prior to check-in receive a 100% refund, less non-refundable payment-processing fees (approximately 3.9%).

Cancellations made within 60 days of check-in are non-refundable.



*** Please note that we want all of our guests to enjoy their stay at Avara House. This home is located in a private, gated community with mainly full-time residents and families. There is a VERY STRICT no-noise policy outside between 10p-6a. This is not the house to host a party or event. This home is great for groups of adults and families who respect the neighbors and rules of the community. If you plan to bring a big group to have a party, or large event, or make excessive noise, please reserve another property as the noise will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave without a refund.***