Stranden med 5 sovrum med pool, steg till den berömda stranden Playa Negra, Costa Rica

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5 sovrum3+ badrumSovplats för 12371.6 kvm

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Utforska området

Playa Negra

Playa Negra
‪1 min till fots‬
Hacienda Pinilla (golfbana)
‪24 min med bil‬
Tamarindo Beach
‪39 min med bil‬
Tamarindo (TNO)
‪34 min med bil‬

Rum och sängar

5 sovrum (sovplats för 12)

Sovrum 1

1 queensize-säng

Sovrum 3

1 kingsize-säng

Sovrum 4

1 queensize-säng

Sovrum 5

1 queensize-säng och 1 dubbelsäng

Sovrum 6

2 dubbelsängar

3 badrum, 2 toaletter

Badrum 1

Badrum 2

Badrum 3

Badrum 4

Badrum 5

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Om boendet

Fantastisk utsikt från inslagna däck av familjevilla med 4 våningar med utsikt över den världsberömda surfbranden i Playa Negra med i Endless Summer 2. Huset blandas inomhus med utomhus. Gungstolar och uteservering på tre däck Öppet vardagsrum med högt i tak, böjda väggar, 5 fot breda glasdörrar, stora fönsterväggar; handgjort kök med professionella apparater, grill i närheten; sovrum med 180 graders havsutsikt, 3 andra sovrum med havsutsikt, ett sovrum med bergsutsikt; 40 fot varv pool omgiven av palmer, frodig landskapsarkitektur, solbränn däck, utomhus Lanai med hängmattor, inbyggda soffor, ping-pong bord och utomhus bar. Kort promenad till fantastisk badstrand. 85-graders vatten. Dagliga doser av boogie boarding, surfing, vattenvolleyboll. sjöjungfru dammar i närheten. Howler apor. Spektakulära cocktail solnedgångar. Lockande kaffemugg soluppgångar. Snabba internettjänster. Inbyggt ljudsystem. Bra restauranger på gångavstånd på stranden och två mil bort med bil.

Nyckelord: 5 sovrum 5 badrum, Playa Negra, Costa Rica, vid havet, vid stranden, surfa, bada, boogie board, snorkel, promenad, pool med 40 varv, solnedgångar, Privat + Gated community, Familj, Internet, Ping Pong

Fastighetsförvaltaren

Mary Dierkes

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Engelska, franska och spanska

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Om området

Playa Negra

Denna semesterbostad ligger på stranden i Veintisiete de Abril. Hacienda Pinilla (golfbana) och Black Stallion ekopark kan vara värda att kolla in om du har aktiviteter på programmet, och den som föredrar att uppleva områdets vackra natur kan utforska Tamarindo Beach och Las Baulas marina nationalpark. Kolla in områdets djurliv med aktiviteter som naturpromenader och fågelskådning.

Playa Negra

I närheten

Playa Negra - 1 min till fots - 0.1 km
Playa Avellana - 7 min med bil - 3.6 km
Blancas strand - 11 min med bil - 3.6 km
Hacienda Pinilla (golfbana) - 24 min med bil - 11.9 km
Tamarindo Beach - 39 min med bil - 22.4 km

Ta sig runt

Tamarindo (TNO) - 34 min med bil

Restauranger

‪Sabanero Steak House - ‬21 min med bil
‪Lola's - ‬9 min med bil
‪Azul Pool Bar & Grill - ‬21 min med bil
‪Il Rustico - ‬9 min med bil
‪Tamarine Restaurant - ‬21 min med bil

Vanliga frågor och svar

Finns det pool på Stranden med 5 sovrum med pool, steg till den berömda stranden Playa Negra, Costa Rica?

Ja, boendet har pool.

Är Stranden med 5 sovrum med pool, steg till den berömda stranden Playa Negra, Costa Rica husdjursvänligt?

Nej, husdjur är inte tillåtna på boendet.

Vilka är incheckningstiderna för Stranden med 5 sovrum med pool, steg till den berömda stranden Playa Negra, Costa Rica?

Incheckning börjar 16.00.

Vilken utcheckningstid gäller för Stranden med 5 sovrum med pool, steg till den berömda stranden Playa Negra, Costa Rica?

Utcheckning sker senast klockan 10.00.

Var ligger Stranden med 5 sovrum med pool, steg till den berömda stranden Playa Negra, Costa Rica?

Denna semesterbostad vid stranden i Veintisiete de Abril ligger mindre än 2 km från Playa Negra och Playa Pargos. Playa Lagartillo och Playa Callejones ligger också 5 km härifrån.

Enastående

Recensioner visas i kronologisk ordning och har, om inget annat anges, genomgått en gransknings- och verifieringsprocess.

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10/10

Renlighet

10/10

Incheckning

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Läge

10/10

Annonsens riktighet

10/10 Fantastiskt

Katherine V.

1 apr. 2025

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Dream by the Ocean

Casa Ohana is exactly as pictured. The pool is beautiful and has some shade in the morning and evening. The patio is delightful. The view can’t be beat. We had kids ages 7 to 12 and 4 adults and it was the vacation of a lifetime.

Bodde här 7 nätter i mars 2025

10/10 Fantastiskt

michael w.

11 aug. 2024

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Vacation at Casa Ohana

Casa Ohana was everything we expected. The facilities were first class. Views of the beach were spectacular. Mary of Beach Grass Properties was very helpful with the house and recommendations for transportation, dining, chefs and fishing. Everyone we dealt with was great, Could not have been better. All in our party enjoyed the comfort and hospitality given to us by the locals and professionals.

Bodde här 7 nätter i augusti 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Amy L.

4 juli 2024

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfection!

Our stay at Casa Ohana exceeded our expectations in every way. On arrival we were greeted by the property manager - who was so generous and helpful while planning our trip- recommending excellent local activities and meal options. The property was spotless and had everything we needed for the week. Fantastic views, plenty of space, access to the pool and beach. We recommend this house without hesitation.

Bodde här 7 nätter i juni 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Debbie W.

3 juni 2024

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Fabulous Family Getaway

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Ohana. The house, grounds, pool and beach access were breathtaking and exceeded our expectations in every way. There was something for everyone. The surrounding restaurants were within walking distance and served amazing food. Everything about our stay was wonderful.

Bodde här 6 nätter i maj 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

Sibyl K., Littleton, Co

10 jan. 2024

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Paradise!!!

I can’t say enough good things about this house and location. The house is beautifully decorated and spacious; even better than the photos. It is so well stocked with anything you could possibly want or need…kitchen has EVERYTHING!!! There are games galore, 8 yoga mats (we did several “classes” on the patio by the pool which was amazing). The bathroom off the kitchen has bug spray, after sun lotion, bandaids, etc. Pool has two outside showers. We loved the location. Playa Negra is beautiful and feels secluded and remote, yet a 5 minute stroll down the beach takes you to Playa Negra hotel/restaurant where you can grab a drink or ceviche appetizer. There are some mini markets close to the house, but the main shopping for produce and meats happens 30 minutes away in Tamarindo. There’s an amazing open air produce stand before you get to Tamarindo where you can stock up on beans, rice, tortillas, and all fruits and veggies. Mary was very responsive and helpful with any of our questions or needs. Lola’s in Avellanas for lunch is a must! You can rent beach chairs for $10 and enjoy all day. Drinks and food there aren’t cheap, but worth the splurge for a day. Our kids did surf lessons with the surf school there twice and loved it. This house has the most amazing views and sunsets of anywhere we’ve ever stayed. Waking up to that view every morning and hearing the waves all day and night was so relaxing and refreshing. We were very sad to leave and hope to return someday!

Bodde här 7 nätter i januari 2024

10/10 Fantastiskt

James H., Seattle, Washington

14 aug. 2023

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Exceeded our expectations! Beautiful home with spectacular views of the ocean.

There were 10 us, four children and six adults. The home is spacious with more than enough room. It was a great place to just relax with a good book, or take in all the activities that Costa Rica has to offer. Surfing, swimming, buggy boarding, zip lining, it's all available. We would love to return someday.

Bodde här 10 nätter i juni 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Kristin P.

30 juli 2023

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Casa Ohana is a dream!

If I could have a dream house, this would be it. Light, bright, airy. Plenty of room for our family of 10 to have space yet be all together, as well. Extremely well stocked in kitchen as well as games, towels, etc. Beds were comfortable and sofas were great for napping. Note: only the bedrooms have a/c and it was very buggy but you are in the tropics! Playa Negra is a great place to spend a week at the beach in Costa Rica. Mary is a hands on property manager and ready to help with any of your needs. We hope to return again, truly a beautiful place.

Bodde här 7 nätter i juli 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Stephanie H.

9 apr. 2023

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

The Best Vacation

This is our second time to this beautiful home. My family loves it. We will be returning again. Mary, our host, is awesome! Very helpful and knowledgeable. Location is spectacular and restaurants are fantastic.

Bodde här 6 nätter i april 2023

10/10 Fantastiskt

Kevin M.

28 dec. 2022

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Christmas 2022

Our family of four decided on a Christmas getaway to Costa Rica for the first time. We were so fortunate to find Casa Ohana and Mary. First - Mary is the best host! She planned our ground transportation, rental car delivery to house as well as other activities and even a masseuse who came to the home and was so nice and great. She put us in touch with Jennifer at La Ventana who catered a couple of delicious meals delivered right at dinner to the house. Casa Ohana is purely spectacular. From the sunrise to sunset, it never disappointed. Space was more than twice our group would ever need. Kitchen well stocked with all appliances, pots as well as many sauces and spices for everything. Loved the pool! Ping pong was a blast and of course the beach. Would see wildlife right in back yard and a pod (???) of monkeys woke us up one night running atop the roof. Very cool.The house is secluded but still close by to some restaurants (Piko Brazil is awesome) and small stores. Our driver from airport suggested to stop at larger market closer to Liberia which was surprising but so helpful. Can see how Casa Ohana gets 5 stars! Thanks for a great vacation

Bodde här 5 nätter i december 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Trent W., Denton, Texas

15 juni 2022

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

WOW! JUST WOW!

Casa Ohana did not disappoint! The property was amazing and the views were spectacular! Truly allowed the seven of us to live pura vida for a few days! Mary, the property manager, was unbelievable! From coordinating transportation, helping with fishing charters, suggesting Chef Garrett with Pura Vida Catering, and Guti Tours for horseback riding on the beach, she made the vacation truly unforgettable! We cannot wait to go back!

Bodde här 5 nätter i juni 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Holland T.

5 maj 2022

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Casa Perfection!!!

We had the vacation of a lifetime with our dear friends and enjoyed all the concierge services that Mary provided and had the most amazing food. Our group surfed everyday all day. Casa Ohana is set up so perfectly with the most amazing coews and is extremely well stocked. We cannot wait to return next year!

Bodde här 8 nätter i april 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

christopher y.

10 apr. 2022

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Perfect Beach House!

We just returned from a week in playa negra. The house is amazing, the pool-outside area was so embedded in nature, the kitchen was fully equipped and you are right on the beach! Close enough to Tamarindo for easy trips but secluded enough to really feel desolate and private. Playa Avellanas is amazing beach-town that is like 1 mile down the road. Mary, the property manager was amazing and booked all of our excursions. Can’t wait to go back.

Bodde här 7 nätter i april 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Steven S., Nashville

22 jan. 2022

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Beautiful Pacific Home

Fantastic property. Great for our family of teens & twenties w/ girlfriends. Superb concierge help from the host staff; we used their in home chef preparation suggestions on 2 occasions and the results were delicious. Kitchen was the finest stocked VRBO we have ever rented. Ping Pong table was popular as was the pool. Breezes from the NW flowed through the outdoor area. We walked on the beach north 2.5M to Avellenas and 1M south toward Callejones; great tide pools! I rented a MTN bike from Pargos adventures and rode S to Rio Andamojo and N over the hill between Pinilla & Paraiso. Great family vacation!

Bodde här 8 nätter i januari 2022

10/10 Fantastiskt

Karen A., Stillwater, Minnesota

1 jan. 2022

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Amazing

Our family of 8, including my husband and me, and 3 adult sons with girlfriends/wives, stayed at Casa Ohana for 8 nights over Christmas. We had scheduled this trip two years ago, had to cancel last year because of COVID, and finally were able to go! The photos don’t do justice to the property. It is airy, light, visually stunning, with so many spaces to hang out, find a corner to read in, get some work done, or to enjoy the sunsets every night. The kitchen is VERY well stocked, much to the enjoyment of our foodie family. The house doesn’t lack for anything. The beach is just steps away. Kids boogie boarded, walked over to Playa Negra Resort for happy hour, we looked through the tide pools every day for sea life, and one morning we found sea turtle tracks leading from the water right up to the base of the property where they had laid eggs the night before. Mary was incredible to work with - answered emails and calls promptly and helped set up so many things. A masseuse came to the house one morning, guys went deep sea fishing, car rental came right to the house, we had personal chefs come two nights, dinner reservations at a local restaurant, surf lessons… you name it, Mary helped us with it! The fish truck came to our driveway the day before Christmas, and our whole menu changed when we saw the fresh shrimp and other goodies! Two days the bakery truck came - yummy! We felt secure in the gated Rancho Playa Negra community, and loved waving at Luis the security guard every day coming and going. It was a dream vacation, and we will definitely come back to Casa Ohana on our next trip to Costa Rica. Pure Vida!

Bodde här 8 nätter i december 2021

10/10 Fantastiskt

Leslie K., Fredericksburg, TX

1 apr. 2020

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

We wanna go back!

Casa Ohana was our favorite house we've stayed in CR so far. We were there over spring break which is apparently the area's dry/windy season. Although we prefer being surrounded by tropical trees with birds and wildlife around us, once in the house, you forget that you're not. The sound of waves crashing, and the landscaping around the house is perfect. The kids were at the beach every day finding all sorts of fun stuff, like starfish, sand dollars, crabs, hermit crabs, etc. The boogie boards from the house were a hit too. We had more than enough room for the 11 of us, 4 adults and 7 kids. This house has everything you need for a relaxing vacation. We would definitely stay here again!

Bodde här 7 nätter i mars 2020

10/10 Fantastiskt

Amanda B.

28 mars 2020

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Best vacation

We absolutely loved this home. The pool, the short walk to the beach, the security, we could go on forever. We left the house a few times to venture out and many local Stores and restaurants near by that were great! This was hands down the best vacation the 10 of us have ever been on (4 adults-6kids). Fun for everyone!!

10/10 Fantastiskt

Alex B.

20 feb. 2020

Gillade: Renlighet, incheckning, kommunikation, plats och annonsens riktighet

Best organized space! Perfectly designed house! Integrated superb at the landsape!

I've never lived at the home like this before... it's huge and is good for a big family or a group of friends with kids (such as we were). This house is the best stay during our 35-days trip around Costa Rica. There is space for everybody. And there is a lot of space to get together for a dinner for example (indoor and outdoor). The house has lots of extra stuff that you don't expect to find (such as pool stuff, bodyboards, all sort of kitchen stuff and so on and so on). There are lots of shady places to relax during the midday hot sun. The sunset bench is a hidden gem (not all of our friends got to know that it exists) and a very nice romantic place to watch the sunset or for meditation! The beach is almost private with very little people. Other reviews don't mention it but the beach is good for surfing and we didn't even went at Playa Avellanas for surf. I saw a turtle when surfing and a stingray while snorkling and what is more astonishing - we saw WHALES right infront of the villa so close that they were visible without the binocular. Can't forget the walk on the beach at the moonlight when there are no other people at all! And you feel safe at this location sometimes noticing the guards checking the territory! Awesome stay! Thanks to Mary for her advices and a very professional and pleasant attitude! And sorry again for the mess we almost left at the kitchen during the rush we were leaving the house! At the last minute we made a final afford and cleaned all the trash away! So ... please keep in mind the house rule - leave the house exactly as you received it!

Bodde här 7 nätter i januari 2020

10/10 Fantastiskt

Christina K.

13 maj 2019

Gorgeous beachfront home with beautiful views!

From the moment we stepped into the house and saw the stunning views from every window, our group of 10 friends were amazed at the beauty of our location. We were very happy with our choice and the description was just as in photos. Stunning views every morning and gorgeous sunsets every night. We loved the well appointed Casa Ohana - it was clean, spacious, comfortable and plenty of room for 5 couples. Beds were super comfy and having AC in the bedrooms was great. Didn't need it in the rest of house where you had awesome ocean breezes. Mary was very helpful and attentive when we had a question or couldn't figure out how to use the induction burners the first time :) Also helped all 10 of us schedule our in house massages! Ask Mary about this - its worth it! Mary also helped us get the "Fish truck" to stop at the house so we could pick out fresh tuna and mahi-mahi to cook on the grill at the house. The bakery truck also stopped by the same day with home baked breads and pastries to die for :) The pool and beach were fantastic. Having delicious, fresh meals delivered by Jennifer from Cafe La Ventana was a highlight! Highly recommend this. Definitely have dinner at "Il Rustico" - amazing Italian food and super nice, friendly owner. Have to visit Lola's beach bar! Great horse back riding on beach with Guti Tours, Playa Avellanas - we love Andre and Papi! If we are lucky enough to come back to Playa Negra we will definitely stay here again. Thanks for having us!

Bodde här 7 nätter i april 2019

10/10 Fantastiskt

Brook D.

30 mars 2019

Amazing, relaxing home with beautiful views!!

Our entire group thoroughly enjoyed the property!! We had plenty of room for our 12 guests - all the kids ages 5-16 had plenty of space and activities to keep them happy and occupied from the pool to the ping pong table to the beach, while the adults had plenty of space and balconies to relax and enjoy the beautiful views and the many surfers. Thank you for sharing your amazing home!

Bodde här 5 nätter i mars 2019

10/10 Fantastiskt

Minah D., Portland

30 mars 2019

Amazing beachfront

We all had a great stay. The pool and beach were fantastic. Having meals delivered was a great plan.

Bodde här 7 nätter i mars 2019

10/10 Fantastiskt

Lori V.

25 apr. 2018

Truly gorgeous location, beautiful home

This house did not disappoint! The views are spectacular, the home spacious, light , clean and very well equipped. Our entire family loved the pool, the beach, and the surfers among us were in heaven. View of the break at Playa Negra was a real treat. We appreciated the boogie boards, beach towels, and loads of books and games. We were very happy with this choice and the description was quite accurate. Highly recommend the catered food from La Ventana, which was a treat to have waiting at the end of a long travel day, very healthy, delicious and large portions!

Bodde här 7 nätter i mars 2018

Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

27 feb. 2017

Vacation of a lifetime

Fantastic house, great surf, fun people, best food, remarkable place.

Bodde här 14 nätter i januari 2017

Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

Newton M., Tennessee

13 jan. 2012

LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT!

Casa Ohana is a dream home. We have stayed in 4 homes now in Guanacaste over the past 4 years, and this home is by far the most beautiful and enjoyable. Simple and elegant, Ohana is conveniently close to everything you need. We loved it. Watching the serious surfing everyday from the porch was delightful and inspiring, pool is beautiful, ping pong on lanai, porches everywhere...I could go on and on. We had a delightful time.

Recensionen skickades in före 2018 och har inte verifierats.

10/10 Fantastiskt

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6 nov. 2011

Never wanted to leave Casa Ohana

This house and site are absolutely spectacular! Upon arrival at the end of the driveaway one sees this structure curving towards the ocean and compelling you to to discover it's mysteries further. Getting to the front entry the vistas draw you to the beach and the rocks that are framed by the gateway to an outdoor lanai that is seems set up to draw the breeze and take in the beauty of the lanscape beyond. The Curved stairs in the entry draw you up to a beautiful expansive living area where we had fun hanging out and onece again enjoyed the most amazing shoreline and perfect spot to look at the surf . Climbing further up the floating stairs were the bedrooms with their soaring ceilings yet cosy spaces that had views to both teh ocean and the mountains in the opposite directions. The rooms were completely light and airy. On the bed in the master suite, it felt as if you were sleeping on a raft in the ocean, the building seemed to dissapear and the waves beyond felt as if they were touchable. The sunsets were exquisite. Wish I could stay forever.

Om värden

Mary Dierkes är värd

Varför värden valde detta boende

We stumbled upon this point of land overlooking one of Costa Rica's best surf breaks and decided to build a family beach house on that very spot. The ocean views are 200 degrees, the surf pounding on volcanic shores, a short walk to great swimming, surfing in 85-degree water, endless sunshine, fish jumping, pelicans, shorebirds, mermaid pools, whale-watching, lush landscapes abound.

Vad som gör detta boende unikt

Off-the-beaten path solemnity of rural Costa Rica; the beauty and power of the ocean, the lushness of the tropical lowland landscape, the dynamic ebb and flow of the Playa Negra beach, the volcanic land, the generous and warm and lively spirit of the Costa Rican people, the dozens of different surf breaks within a walk or a drive, the fish, the food, the yoga, the beer, and a great group of neighbors, locals, ex-pats, and others.