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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 84532 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Puerto Carrillo, Hojancha, Guanacaste
  • La Selva
    4 min drive
  • Carrillo Beach
    4 min drive
  • Samara Beach
    7 min drive
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    6 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Carrillo

With a stay at this vacation home in Puerto Carrillo, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach. .This family-friendly vacation home is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Playa Camaronal and 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Buena Vista Beach.
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What's nearby

  • La Selva - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carrillo Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Samara Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Buena Vista Beach - 32 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Playa Barrigona - 43 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Microbar - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature!

This stunning Mexican-style villa is located 230 mts above sea level, providing you with a refreshing breeze, a breathtaking 180° view of the ocean and mountains, stunning sunsets, surrounded by nothing more than nature, trees, monkeys and peace.

The perfect jungle paradise to relax and charge batteries away from everything, but yet just 1.5 Km away from Playa Carrillo, one of the most beautiful white sand beaches of Costa Rica. By car this would mean 3 min to Playa Carrillo and about 10 min to Playa Samara.

Both towns have everything you need for grocery shopping and leisure as restaurants, bars and entertainment, tours, horseback riding, rental of snorkeling equipment, kayak, etc.

Now also with 100MB fiber opric internet to be connected at all times.

For your comfort, the villa has 3 air conditioned bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms + an external shower.

Master suit with king size bed and direct access to the terrace and pool area and a private bathroom also with access to the terrace and pool area.

2 large secondary bedrooms, one equipped with a king size bed and the other with three single beds. A extra-large baby-crib is also available if needed. Both share the second bathroom also with access to the terrace and pool area.

The villa is also equipped with a private 80m2 pool where you can enjoy family and friends time.

One of the unique spaces of this property is the “mirador”, a second floor lookout where you can enjoy a nice meal, reading a book, watch an ocean sunset, birds or just relax.

A large covered terrace features different dining areas to have a meal, relax or watch any pool activity.

The villa is equipped with a large indoor dining area, a large living room, a separate games room and 58' smart television in the living room. Fully equipped kitchen, laundry area with washer and drier (if required).

The villa connects to a small house for service staff, that clean up the house, make the bedrooms, change linens once a week, and clean the kitchen and dishes and maintain the surrounding gardens. Security is also provided.

Carrillo Town: small fishing village with a natural harbor. Nice restaurants for every taste and shopping opportunities for all basic food, fresh-caught fish and lobster according to the season.
Samara Town: Small town with several shopping venues, restaurants and various entertainment options.

Recommendation: We recommend due to many gravel roads (if you want to drive around and go to nearby beaches) to rent a 4x4 wheel drive vehicle. This also gives you the opportunity to explore the next beaches and the country. Nevertheless, a sedan will also be sufficient, as the reads are in quite good shape.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Marion Jaeckel

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,532 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Note from host: Baby crib available

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Breathtaking ocean view Villa surrounded by peace nature!

Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property location and view
This is our second stay at this property and we still love it. The view is amazing, we felt safe, and so convenient to the beach and Samara. We loved having a pool and the onsite caretakers. Will stay here again!
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana v., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
An oasis
This is our second time coming to the villa and we still like it very much. Outstanding views and a perfect location to a stunning beach below. It was my husband, myself and my mother-in-law who stayed in March. Hopefully, I can come back again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Costa Rican Paradise
The pictures don't do this place justice. It is beyond gorgeous. My wife and I were extremely happy here. The view is to die for, the house is massive and the beds are comfortable. Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un paradiso!
Todo en ese lugar es perfecto. El punto de vista es increible. La casa es única, grande y había todo para cocinar. Vinicio y su esposa son amables y nos ayudan mucho. La piscina es bastante grande para nadar. Hay muchas flores y arboles . Es un verdadero paradiso! Eve Sylvestre
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property for families
We had a wonderful stay in Puerto Carillo! This property has a wonderful view and we definitely appreciated the air conditioning in the bedrooms. We stayed for a month and could have stayed longer. The onsite caretakers made all the difference in our stay - kept the pool clean daily (no small feat with all of the trees and it required cleaning often) and kept the house tidy. My kids loved the howler monkeys and being able to run around.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Donald S., Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
The property is very old and needs a lot of repairs. The views were fabulous and we enjoyed the pool, but it needs repair also. The young caretaker does his best but everything needs upgrading. Pillows are dreadful. The worst thing is the road which is a continual dust storm. If you have lung issues avoid this rental.
Stayed 33 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking View
Wonderful location with outstanding views of Carrillo and Samara Bays with lush flowering vegetation surrounding the house. Great warm pool with lots of shady spots or full sun all day long. The raised covered porch was exposed to a little more breeze during the heat of the day. The caretakers Vinicio and Hannia were sweet and tried hard to help in any way. Although their English and our Spanish was very limited we managed to make it work. Their two small dogs and one medium dog were friendly and fun but not bothersome. The house is older and the kitchen is somewhat "tired", but has everything you might need.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana v., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Views
This property had 180 degree views with its own private garden and pool. The house itself is beautiful with an interior design that compliments the surroundings and an artistic appeal. The outdoor living space is wonderful and we had all our meals outside. I absolutely loved this place and I will return. (Note: the only negative is the hardness of the mattress and the pillows. They need to be replaced.)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Michael P., St. Cloud, Minnesota

Great location and amazing view
We enjoyed the spaciousness of the house, the comfortable beds, and the well-tended grounds that attracted birds and butterflies. The bedroom air conditioning, used at night, was reliable and powerful. We appreciated having the friendly staff promptly take care of the kitchen cleanup. While the refrigerator (with a great ice maker!), stove, blender, microwave and coffee maker were reliable and good quality, a new washing machine is definitely needed. Drying clothes on the line outdoors was not a problem. Finally, we will never forget the beautiful sunsets and the tremendous views from the house overlook. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Karen T.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Renters beware
This property doesn't meet expectations. It's 2 stars at best. VRBO is not using the fee it takes to audit the properties it lists effectively. This property is insect infested, under a constant dust cloud from the dirt road which it sits next to. The flush toilets can't accommodate soiled toilet paper. The house keeping service is not as advertised. The only things this property has going for it are the sunset views, pool and grounds keeper. The young lad did what he could to make up for the short comings of the property. Won't be staying at this property again.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
We just loved our visit at this wonderful property. The house was lovely and the view was so fantastic ! The pool was great and all the different places to sit gave you so many options. The owner was very good answering our questions ahead of time and the couple living there were very helpful. While the kitchen could use an update it didn’t detract from our enjoyment and we highly recommend this house. The view will be with us forever in our memories. Oh, the howler monkeys in the driveway area were unbelievable and one of the many highlights of our trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Greg B., Vernon, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
View property in Puerto Carrillo
As the pics show. Very spectacular views from the property. Close to the best beach in the area. Pool very nice and large. Kitchen and bathrooms need upgrades. Solid house and good beds. 10 to 15 minutes from restaurants. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 47 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!!
This property is absolutely beautiful! We checked in after dark and we’re shocked at the views when we woke up! The house is equipped with everything you need and only minutes from the beach and restaurants. The pictures just don’t do it justice. Check in was easy and the property managers were super helpful. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family get-together
We were 6 people in 3 generations and this was the perfect home base. The house is extremely well laid out for a group. The raised deck is the perfect spot for morning coffee overlooking the twin bays of Carrillo and Samara. The house is solidly built so early risers like myself can slip out without waking others. The pool and trampoline kept the kids busy when they weren't hunting for geckos and bugs both beautiful and creepy. An added bonus were Benicio and his wife who kept the property, the pool and even our bedrooms and kitchen ship shape. It was resort level service and unexpected. A really lovely place to base you exploration of the Nicoya peninsula.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Week in Carrillo
This property sits about 700 feet above sea level from Playa Carillo, giving it majestic views of both that and Samara beaches. We spent each morning with coffee on their raised deck and enjoyed the ambiance. The outdoor space here really steals the show with the huge pool, raised deck and of course the views. The home is exactly what you see in the pictures. We all slept well at night and Marion was quick to assist when we had a minor issue with the bedding. It is an older house with a few quirks, but everything you need to operate worked. The onsite caretakers were incredible, and kept the grounds immaculate and the interior cleaned up every day. We didn't realize how great this would be until we came back to a perfectly clean kitchen. This was our second visit to the area and the location was a bit further than I expected, but within easy driving range of anything you could want. We found that it was about 10 minutes from the beach at Samara to Playa Carrillo, then another 3-4 minutes up a fairly steep hill to the property. Our trip was in rainy season, and we saw some heavy rains, but the roads are in good condition so we never had any issues. We ate dinner twice in Carrillo and the rest of the time in Samara, and prepared one meal at the house. There are plenty of dishes and utensils, and the grill seemed new. I think for the price this is a great home base for the area, and I would book it again. If you have any questions feel free to DM me.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott L., San Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness
Privacy and view, incredible sunsets.
We really enjoyed our stay here. This house was probably built in the 70's by someone with the money to do it right. There is air conditioning only in the bedrooms, but it will get those as cold as you want it. The house does not ventilate as well as some more modern designs, and the ktichen could use an upgrade, but the pool is fantastic, the living room is large and comfortable - actually there are two living rooms, both very nice. The bathrooms are basic, like the kitchen, but they serve well. Many places in Costa Rica were built without hot water in the bathrooms, here they've added water heating shower heads which are perfectly adequate for the little hot water you need. Howler monkeys came every day to the mango tree in the yard - but there were still plenty of them for us to eat. The property custodians, Vinicio and his wife, live on the property and keep it clean - she even washed the dishes for us every day! Really nice people - I left my phone and Vinicio took it to Samara and got it shipped to me the next day - above and beyond the call of duty. The view from the property is incredible. Both Carrillo and Samara Bays. Take mosquito spray, the little buggers are aound in the rainy season. And be prepared for some very loud frogs who come to the pool at night, but that's probably true everywhere in the area. The road in can be rough at some times of the year, but the people who drive it regularly are glad - it slows down the traffic! This is a great place and run by wonderful people. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great pool with fantastic view
Large house with great air conditioning in bedrooms. The pool was fantastic and the view was breathtaking. Juan Carlos and Jaqueline were welcoming and great. It’s Costa Rica so there’s the usual bugs but the geckos were helpful. 😊
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

wanda m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cana heaven!
We had the most enjoyable 8 week vaca! My friend n I travel every year to Costa Rica, but I have to say this year we had the best lodgings of all! Jackie n Juan Carlos were superior as our assistants. The place was well equipped with everything we needed. The place was kept spotless for us including the grounds and pool area! The sunsets were amazing! N last but not least, Lassie and Pinta kept us safe as the grounds’ Guard dogs! We loved EVERY minute of our home away fr home! You will not be disappointed!!!
Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Mid Century Modern with Ocean View
The property was exactly as pictured on line. We had everything we needed AND two extra bedrooms. The view was to die for and everyone were incredibly welcoming and helpful. Also if you are into birds, the birding was great from the property. We wish we had more time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Million dollar setting
We stayed at this beautiful home for 8 days. The home decor, kitchen, etc. are a little dated, but the home and architecture are beautiful and the setting and views can't be beat. We loved watching the sunset over the pacific and waking early morning to see and hear the monkey's awaken. Fabulous place!!!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Javier S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!!
this is an amazing and comfortable house, because you will feel like at home when you stay here. Stunning views from the pool and the deck, you probably wouldn't even need to go to the beach (which is less than a 10 minute drive) and could easily stay at home. Internet speed is great for remote working and JuanCa and Jaqueline are great and will help you with everything you need. Marion is great host who is always available for you! Recommend this place for anyone looking to visit the beautiful Playa Carrillo
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sergio B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I wish we could have stayed longer.... perfect for working vacations!
This place is incredible, especially if you're a working adult! I've been to Costa Rica many, many times in the past, and this place was (by far) the best place I've stayed. For working remotely, Casa Aguila has fantastic internet. (We also gifted a Chromecast for future visitors - we were able to enjoy some evening premium TV over the fibre connection!) The location is remote, but with very convenient access to many beaches. If you can afford it, splurge on ATVs - it'll only add to the fun. Facing west, you'll see amazing sunsets... and located on a cliff edge... the views were INCREDIBLE. The indoor showers are spacious and have warm water! The kitchen features a new fridge with ice maker. We cooked almost every meal there - everything we needed in utensils were available. And finally, the pool is probably my favourite feature. It's about 40ft? We were able to swim laps, and dive. It's deep, well maintained and refreshing. Bring/buy your own floating devices if you feel like lounging in it though. Thank you so much to Juan Carlos and his partner for keeping the place in tip top condition and Marion for sharing this space and always being available to offer quick advice and assistance. I hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fabia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the nicest beach of Guanacaste
Great holiday villa! Usually when renting a vacation home you are by yourself for the week. Here instead every day Juan Carlos would clean the pool, clean the garden, water the lawn, while Jacqueline cleans the whole house, does the bed, and washes all the dishes. So it is like having all the services of a hotel. Great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paolo I., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Above expectations
Probably the vest view of all!!! Everything exactly as described. The house very large, with a spanish style with touches of german engineering (windows), was built probably 40 years ago, when there was nothing else in Samara/Carrillo. We liked very much the fact that it is a "lived in" family home and that is reflected in all the furniture and accessories of the home which tell a little bit of the owners life. It is not an "aseptic and boring hotel". The garden and the pool is fantastic. Every day they get watered, taken care of, with fantastic plants and flowers, and a little yellow bird that visits us once a day for a little bath in the swimming pool. The house cleaned daily and the beds made, just like in a hotel. Highly recommended, particularly for families with children (we are just 2 grandparents). There would be almost no need to go to the beach! It is a great place to relax, and the "Mirador" is fantastic to watch the dawn or the sunset. The family home is old, and you can see it in some details, although perfectly maintained, it is not a place built for the purpose of renting, but it is for the purpose of living it and enjoying it. Perhaps next year we'll rent it for a month and bring our grandchildren. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience in Beautiful Puerto Carrillo
I am from the US and my wife is originally from San Jose so this was a great house and location to re-unite with the family. My nephew, his wife and the boys really enjoyed the pool and my wife was very happy to spend time with the family. It was my brother and sister-in-law's first trip to Costa Rica, and they had a great time in the Villa, at the beach and exploring the Puerto Carrillo area. Vinicio and Hannia were wonderful hosts, and the 3 friendly dogs were a hit with the kids! As the issues with the dated kitchen and bathroom fixtures, insects and nighttime sounds of the local animals have been covered in other reviews, I will not go into detail here. You are in the middle of the Jungle and are surrounded by wildlife, the geckos, frogs, birds and monkeys are all part of the experience and the charm. This house seemed to be purpose built for family vacations and the spectacular views of Puerto Carrillo and Samara were an added bonus that we all enjoyed. We all agreed that we would like to come back next year and spend more time in this beautiful Villa!
Stayed 16 nights in May 2023