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Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge

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Ubicación
Anfitrión

Excepcional

5 habitaciones5 baños15 personas1000 metros cuadrados

Servicios principales

Alberca
Estacionamiento disponible
Secadora
Lavadora
Cocina
Asador

Explora la zona

Playa Grande, Guanacaste

Playa Grande
‪14 min a pie‬
Playa de Tamarindo
‪36 min en auto‬
Playa Langosta
‪44 min en auto‬
Tamarindo (TNO)
‪32 min en auto‬

Habitaciones y camas

5 habitaciones (para 15 personas)

Habitación 1

2 camas Queen

Habitación 2

1 cama King

Habitación 3

1 cama King y 1 cama individual

Habitación 4

1 cama King y 2 camas Queen

Habitación 5

2 camas Queen y 2 camas individuales

5 baños

Baño 1

Baño 2

Baño 3

Baño 4

Baño 5

Ambientes

Deck o patio

Cobertizo o lanai

Cocina

Con balcón

Jardín

Área de comedor

Información de la propiedad

Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge

Enjoy the luxury of outdoor living in serenity and seclusion, in this amazing compound boasting multiple living areas for multiple activities.

Unique. In a category of it's own; Casa Velas is nestled on a 7.5 acre property, with over 200 meters (675 linear feet) of beach frontage, at the most private sector of Playa Grande’s four mile long beach, within Las Baulas National Marine Park. This spacious compound is just steps from the water’s edge and offers views of the beach and spectacular sunsets from virtually every vantage point.

The very large swimming pool (where you can actually swim laps and children can actually play), is only steps from the beach and conveniently located between the Tiki bar, the main house and the guest house - all surrounded by beautiful gardens planted with palm trees, fruit trees and flowers that attract monkeys, exotic birds , iguanas and many other sorts of wildlife from the park.

With three master suites and two regular bedrooms ( with adjacent bathrooms, air conditioning and TV), a fully equipped ocean view kitchen, three dinning areas and indoor and outdoor living areas, Casa Velas is the ideal vacation home for groups of one or more families.

The Villa is designed in a way that integrates the different activity areas yet allowing for space and privacy among its guests.

If you plan your trip between October and March you will have the privilege of witnessing the majestic Leatherback Turtles nesting , sometimes right in front of the main house.

Garden/pool maintenance and 24 hour security are provided. Housekeeping is provided at your request. Our amazing private chef is also available at your request - all contributing to give you the experience of fun, play , relaxation and pampering that defines Costa Rican living.

A five minute walk will take you to the estuary that separates pristine Playa Grande from Tamarindo - where you will find an abundance of restaurants , shops and nightlife. A panga will take you across for a small fee.
The luxury of open space, space and more space to generate a delicious sense of freedom.
Love Nature, Live Nature, Enjoy the Costa Rican Experience !!!!!

Keywords: Beachfront Villa, Beachfront house Compound

Administrador de la propiedad

Ana

Anfitrión Premium

Idiomas

Inglés, francés, italiano, español

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Servicios

Alberca

Cocina

Lavadora

Secadora

A/A

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Reglas de la propiedad

Hora de inicio del check-in: 16:00

Edad mínima para rentar: 28

Hora límite del check-out: 10:00

Niños

Se permiten niños: edad mínima de 0 a 17 años

Eventos

No se permiten eventos

Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas

Fumar

No se permite fumar

You may smoke in all outdoor areas

Información importante

Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad

Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto

Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra

No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos

El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil

El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de humo en la propiedad

Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.

Avisos importantes

No se necesita un auto para acceder a este hospedaje.

Información de la zona

Playa Grande

Esta villa se encuentra en la playa de Cabo Velas. Además de apreciar la belleza natural de Playa Conchal y Playa de Tamarindo, aquellos que deseen hacer una actividad pueden ir a Campo de golf Hacienda Pinilla. ¿Viajas con niños? No te pierdas Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas y Refugio de animales Monkey Park. Acércate a la fauna de la zona con actividades como paseos a pie por la naturaleza y avistamiento de aves.

Playa Grande, Guanacaste

Qué hay cerca

Playa Grande - A 14 min a pie - 1.2 km
Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas - A 6 min en auto - 3.2 km
Playa de Tamarindo - A 36 min en auto - 19.6 km
Playa Langosta - A 44 min en auto - 22.7 km
Campo de golf Hacienda Pinilla - A 51 min en auto - 27.9 km

Medios de transporte

Tamarindo (TNO) - 28 min en auto

Restaurantes

‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬A 32 min en auto
‪Pico Bistro - ‬A 32 min en auto
‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬A 32 min en auto
‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬A 33 min en auto
‪Nari - ‬A 32 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Hay alberca en Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge?

Sí, la propiedad cuenta con alberca al aire libre.

¿Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge?

El check-out es a las 10:00.

¿Dónde se encuentra Outdoor Living in Absolute Privacy Steps from the Water's Edge?

En la playa, esta villa en la zona de Cabo Velas queda a 1.3 km (0.8 mi) de Playa Grande y a 3.4 km (2.1 mi) de Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas. Playa Ventanas y Instituto de Español WAYRA también se encuentran a 10 km (6 mi).

9.8

Excepcional

Las opiniones se muestran en orden cronológico, y están sujetas a un proceso de revisión y verificación, a menos que se indique lo contrario.

Más información

9.6/10

Limpieza

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Comunicación

9.8/10

Ubicación

9.8/10

Veracidad del anuncio

10/10 Excelente

S K.

5 ene. 2025

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Family Fun

Our fourth time staying at CV. Location can’t be beat for a large group

Se hospedó 7 noches en diciembre de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Michael H.

25 ago. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great stay!

Pictures say it all. Awesome house!

Se hospedó 4 noches en agosto de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Liz K.

3 dic. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A bit of paradise

Beautiful property right on the beach. Generously-sized pool. Lots of room for our family of 10 to spread out. We sat pool-side and watched the parrots and vultures. Huge lizards and a tiny frog came by to visit. Our cook, Darling, prepared delicious meals. Lots of beans and rice and fresh tortillas. Mounds of fresh papayas, pineapples, etc. The waves are perfect! Big enough to be exciting, but safe enough for children and beginning surfers. A fabulous family vacation!

Se hospedó 5 noches en noviembre de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Ryan L.

21 abr. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Amazing Week

We had a wonderful time at the property and Veronica and Ariel were fantastic hosts! Could not have been happier with the property, location, and food!

Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Elizabeth A.

27 jun. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Second Stay, Just as Magical!

This was my second stay and 9 years later, it was just as perfect as I remembered. It’s worth every penny and more. Ideal for everything from a big family trip to a romantic getaway, I truly can’t recommend this place highly enough!

Se hospedó 4 noches en junio de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Del H.

23 mar. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fun in the sun

The property is an amazing location, beautiful beach almost to yourself. The high light of our stay was the chef and property caretaker. They were so friendly and helpful with anything we asked. The meals were so delicious.

Se hospedó 7 noches en marzo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Cyndi W.

14 ene. 2025

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

The BEST!

This is the second time we have stayed at Casa Velas and it was our seventh time to Palm Beach Estates on Playa Grande. This newly renovated house/compound is our favorite. It’s right on the beach, has plenty of shade and seating for everyone, and an exceptional, sparkling pool that is large enough to float and play in. The bedrooms are air conditioned and there is a bathroom attached to each of the five bedrooms. No sharing of bathrooms is amazing!We had meals prepared for us every morning and every night except for one. Having this service makes all of the difference: so much more time for relaxing and playing. Having on-site caretakers is fantastic too. Knowing someone is right there if you need them is such a big benefit. Every day they cleaned the kitchen and the pool, and took out the trash. Very helpful!During our time there we got to see racoons, inguanas, howler monkeys, hermit crabs, and giant grasshoppers all right on the property! So many beautiful birds too. Every day was a nature adventure. We can't wait to go back.

Se hospedó 7 noches en enero de 2025

10/10 Excelente

Kari L.

24 jun. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Paradise

The house was perfect for the high graduates. They really enjoyed the pool and beach. Ariel & Veronica were the highlight of our stay. They were always available to answer questions and help when needed. We used Veronica for all our cooking need and boy was it worth it. Outstanding cooking, the food was amazing!! I highly recommend staying at Casa Velas

Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Kristine E.

11 dic. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Family getaway

Check in and communication was well organized and easy. The place was in a wonderful location - right on the beach and also had a big pool the adult kids quite enjoyed. We will definitely recommend to friends and hopefully make it back again :)

Se hospedó 3 noches en diciembre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Josselyn B.

27 jul. 2022

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Amazing Property

Imagine an almost private beach with an amazing large property thriving with wildlife and lush gardens and lovely staff who are responsive and almost invisible…. This place is awesome!

Se hospedó 10 noches en julio de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Stacy R., Hamilton, USA

2 dic. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Relaxing getaway

Casa Velas is the perfect oasis on Playa Grande away from the busy action in Tamarindo. It’s easily walkable to the boats to cross to Tamarindo for restaurants and shopping. Veronica is an amazing chef. I highly recommend having her cook meals. It was so nice to not worry about feeding a group of 14! Gorgeous property and lots of space for all. Definitely would stay at Casa Velas again.

Se hospedó 3 noches en noviembre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Kyle and Sarah H.

15 jul. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great assistance from Ana

Unfortunately we were unable to stay at this property due to damages the main house sustained prior to our arrival. Ana was amazing in helping us find another location to stay at. She continued to check in and make sure we were taken care of by a neighboring property. The location of the house is amazing and we were extremely sad we couldn't stay at her property. If we were to return to Costa Rica, this property will be on the top of the list to stay at. Also, the concierge associated with this property was amazing! We booked a day trip ziplining, Cloud Forrest tour, lunch and transportation and a family photo shoot on the beach with an amazing photographer.

Se hospedó 5 noches en julio de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Amy D.

6 jun. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fantastic house right on Playa Grande beach!

We were family and friends of a group of 10. We had a fantastic stay! Veronica and Ariel were fantastic! I highly recommend having Veronica cook breakfast for you each morning as well as dinner when you are not going out. The house is located right on the beach and has a huge pool and tons of space! Will definitely come back! Ana…please put a WiFi router extender in the second house. Bedrooms had air conditioners. Could definitely use one in living room area.

Se hospedó 4 noches en mayo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Dawn P.

11 mar. 2024

Le gustó: Check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Piece of Paradise

You cannot beat the pool and ocean view. Some upgrades would be nice such as air in the main living areas, lots of ants (some to be expected in this natural area), tvs that work. But everything that we came for was amazing. Property manager was in touch and made sure everything got handled in a timely manner. Thank you!

Se hospedó 7 noches en marzo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Jeremy S.

23 nov. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fantastic Location

Location is 5 star - beautiful large group facilities, grounds and beach couldn’t be any closer. House is large but is typical beach house that’s surviving elements and closer to 3.5 star. Great communication with property manager. Vero cooked a two dish meal for us one night and it was off the charts good. Came out to be roughly $44 USD per person for nine of us with labour and groceries that Ariel picked up. Perfect place for family and just far enough away from the bustling Tamarindo which is not our style.

Se hospedó 3 noches en noviembre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Theresa W.

17 may. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Retirement celebration with siblings and husbands

Our stay was awesome! This was our first time to Costa Rica. Anna answered my numerous questions and helped to assure me that this was the right place for 8 of us to gather. Veronica and Ariel were wonderful, food was delicious. They were kind and helpful, using Google translate made it pretty easy to communicate. The property is some what remote, so for older people or those not in shape, can be difficult to get around. We didn’t feel comfortable driving, used Playa Grande shuttle service for tours and transfer to and from the airport. The country is beautiful, the property is beautiful, right on the beach, pool was great. Thank you for a great week in CR!

Se hospedó 7 noches en mayo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Zachary H.

4 sep. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Secluded beach retreat with amazing food

We stayed with one other family, 13 of us in all. The house was beautiful and met all of our needs. The beach was beautiful and mostly empty. We felt like we had the beach to ourselves. The waves were perfect for learning how to surf. The best part was the meals Veronica prepared and served on the beautiful outdoor patio. It was simply amazing. We wish we would have stayed longer. Communication with the host was great. I hope to come back!

Se hospedó 3 noches en agosto de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Ellen D.

17 abr. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Perfect location, Lovely property, Enjoyable time!

We loved our time at Casa Velas! My husband and I stayed here with my sister and her husband. It was a lovely, quiet property for the 4 of us. We enjoyed the two large master suites (one in guest house) with air conditioning, comfortable shady areas for coffee time, reading, and eating meals, the huge pool (also with a shady side) for cooling off. PERFECT location! Just step through the trees to the beach! Easy, 5-min drive to lots of restaurants. Live music and delicious food at Rip Jack and Sugarbees. We also loved Cafe Mar Azul, Malinches, and tiny Taco Star at end of long walk down Playa Grande! Property Managers are on site, cleaning the pool daily and taking care of things. We are already thinking about our next stay at Casa Velas!

Se hospedó 5 noches en abril de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Courtney R.

20 ago. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Location couldn’t be better

This property was spacious and the location directly beachfront cannot be beat. We loved being able to step out on to the sand anytime we liked. The main house where the kitchen and living room are has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. There is another building that has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (one of those bedrooms has 4 beds in it). The property sleeps 15 comfortably and has bathrooms for each bedroom which is really nice. The pool and outdoor lounge areas are private and comfortable. I would rent here again in a heartbeat.

Se hospedó 5 noches en agosto de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Kathy J., FORTUNA,CA

14 feb. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Paradise

This was our 3rd trip to Playa Grande and our 2nd time at Casa Velas This home is very roomy with a large property so even with 10 of us we had plenty of space to chill out We were steps away from the beach and there is a wonderful place to sit under the trees to watch the ocean and amazing sunsets Veronica and Ariel are the property managers and they are just the nicest people. They were very quick to help us and make our stay comfortable We hired Veronica to cook for us which was delightful and it was really nice not to have to do it ourselves. Howler monkeys passed in the front yard daily, iguanas roamed the property, raccoons were a pest but cute and the chirping of the house geckos was cute. My room had the balcony with a great view.. only problem was the door did not close properly and it made me a little nervous. We will definitely be returning to Casa Velas

Se hospedó 10 noches en febrero de 2024

Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

Dean W.

13 ago. 2015

Amazing Beach Front House

When I say beach front I mean BEACH FRONT! The private beach is only a few yards from the house! We stayed here July 2015 and couldn't have asked for anything better. The house is comfortable and every bedroom has its own bath. We hardly saw anyone on the beach, only surfers out in the water. They do offer surf lessons right in front of the house for a minimal cost which we did and had a blast. Tamarindo is a short walk down the beach and a one minute boat ride across the inlet. The house was clean and kept up. Monkeys inhabit the trees in the front yard which we got to see. The pool is a good size and well maintained. I would totally recommend this location for your Costa Rica getaway! The only negative I would say is that the road in front of the house is less to be desired ( in other words, have good shocks!) but everything else makes up for that!

10/10 Excelente

Joshua S.

28 feb. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

True pura vida

This property is absolute heaven. It has been loved and shows some wear and tear, but it is incredibly comfortable and more than meets the needs of a beach house. Ana provided excellent communication with us in advance and helped our driver with GPS directions. Vero and Carlos cooked incredible dinners (better than most restaurants) and maintained the property beautifully. The grounds are large and full of mature trees and flowering plants- a perfect haven for howler monkeys, birds, iguanas and more. We spent our mornings exploring and our afternoons hanging out by the stunning pool. The estuary boat crossing to Tamarindo is a ~10min walk south on the beach depending on the tide. The restaurants and a small supermarket in Palm Beach Estates are a 5min walk north on the beach. Our family loved Malinches Restaurant and enjoyed live music at the Grateful Hotel, also a short walk away by road or beach- bring flashlights. We chose to rent bikes and surf boards from Frijoles Locos in Playa Grande and took a surf lesson right at the house- it was incredible. This not a beach for relaxed swimming, but it is a paradise for surfers and walkers/runners with jaw dropping sunsets. We did not rent a car but could imagine that would be a good idea for a longer trip. If you are looking for an active night life, staying in Tamarindo seems like a better option- we wanted tranquility. All in all Casa Velas was the perfect match for our family- we can’t wait for an opportunity to return.

Se hospedó 6 noches en febrero de 2024

Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

2/10 Terrible

Mary Jane B., Bellingham, Wa

12 jun. 2012

Bedbugs and roaches

We left after three nights of a week's stay when my wife found two HUGE cockroaches scurrying out of her makeup kit in the bathroom. This, after fighting biting insects outside, and ants, scorpions,and roaches inside-- plus finding bedbugs in our bed-- prompted us to move to a hotel up the road that also has beach access. House has no screens and the A/C in the bedrooms only--you freeze at night (no blankets provided)--while living room area is hot and stifling. Kitchen is difficult and dated--no dishwasher, no storage space, refrigerator is many steps away in the dining area--plus the resident ants and roaches. It is an hour roundtrip to the nearest supermarket, very inconvenient. We were disappointed, would not recommend this property....

10/10 Excelente

Cliente verificado

8 ene. 2024

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

We love coming here

We had another wonderful time. Our family loves Casa Velas for its location, outdoor facilities, the two buildings, and the amazing meals that Veronica & Ashley prepared for us. The location is unique-7.5 acres on a quiet & stunningly beautiful four-mile beach perfect for surfing, boogie boarding, long beach walks or runs, or exploring creatures living in the tidal eco-system. The very large outdoor pool is almost mandatory for our three-generations who love to jump in it. It’s next to a spacious pavilion with a hammock, L-shaped couch and cushioned chairs inviting people to read or nap, a long table for communal meals or games, and a grill. There’s still another covered eating/playing area in the lush vegetation between the living room and the short path to the beach. There’s plenty of space for large groups to spread out everywhere for sports, games, talking, eating, and napping. The 5 bedrooms with ACs split between the main house and a 2 story guest house provide families opportunities to be together but have private spaces. Most important for our happiness and the feeling of a real vacation was that Vero and Ashley prepared incredible meals (feasts really) for us daily. It was such a treat to not cook & to have authentic Costa Rican cuisine. We were overwhelmed as they placed photo-shoot ready platters of delicious foods on the huge table. Beyond her food prep job, Veronica generously offered very warm & caring help when we needed it. We will be back.

Se hospedó 7 noches en diciembre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Larry T.

11 nov. 2023

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A Wonderful Gem!

Our family group of 10 ranged from adults down to a two-year-old. Our desire to experience a foreign culture and its beach environment was fulfilled beautifully! The home is located in a tranquil location, just steps away from a wonderful gently sloping beach that provided our two- and five-year-old grandsons a great place to play in the waves. If town, bars, restaurants and beach vendors are your thing, that’s all available in Tamarindo. A short walk and ferry ride away. The real “gems” of the trip were found in the onsite chef and grounds keeper, Veronica and Ariel. We quickly befriended them, enjoying time planning local meals of typical Costa Rican fare, learning about the area and what it has to offer. The one concern that I had is the closeness of the home to the South. It’s an arm’s length across the fence. That concern was realized in the form of a birthday party with loud music until the early morning hours. Much to my relief the issue was quickly resolved by contacting Casa Velas owner, Ana. She communicated with the neighbors and the peace and tranquility of the property quickly returned. Communicating with Ana through WhatsApp was fast and easy. She quickly resolved our questions and needs. Muchas Gracias Doña Ana!

Se hospedó 7 noches en noviembre de 2023

Acerca del anfitrión

Anfitrión: Ana

Por qué eligió esta propiedad

My husband inherited the property from his family. Initially there was absolutely nothing so we would go camping. It was fantastic. Casa Velas was one of the first constructions in Playa Grande. When the first house was built, regulations did not require that there be a setback from the public area, so it was built as close to the beach as possible. We later opened up the house to to keep the feeling of outdoor living that we love so much. We have traveled around the world and have not yet found a place quite like our beautiful Playa Grande.

Qué distingue a esta propiedad

No other house in the area is as close to the ocean as Casa Velas. We do not walk to the beach. We can be in the comfort of the villa and be steps from the ocean.
The large swimming pool, also steps from the ocean, has the compound wrapped around it - very convenient to watch over the younger guests.
The luxury of great open space to generate a delicious sense of freedom.