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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom4500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Samara, Guanacaste
  • Samara Beach
    14 min walk
  • La Selva
    9 min drive
  • Carrillo Beach
    9 min drive
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    8 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Sámara

With a stay at this villa in Sámara, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach. .This villa is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Buena Vista Beach and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Playa Barrigona.

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 14 min walk
  • Carrillo Beach - 9 min drive
  • Buena Vista Beach - 29 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona - 35 min drive
  • Garza Beach - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 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.

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Reserved for the discriminating traveler, there is nothing VILLA VISTA does not have! From the mammoth Living/Dining area with 22-foot vaulted ceiling, to the fully-equipped gourmet Kitchen, to the air-conditioned Library/Media room with large flat-screen TV, to the grand king Master Suite and 2 air-conditioned Guest Suites (queen and 2 singles/king), the open floor plan gives you breathtaking views overlooking the large infinity pool to some of the most spectacular vistas in all of Costa Rica. Even the outdoor Bar/Kitchen --- complete with DCS gas grill and side burner, clear ice maker, beer/wine cooler and more --- enjoys these breathtaking sights as well as the constant ocean breeze and subtle sounds of the breaking surf. You will look forward to daily visits from red winged parrots, hummingbirds, roseate spoonbills, wood storks and howler monkeys as well as the ever-present fragrance of the ylang ylang tree (the essence of Chanel #5) that welcomes you at the front entrance and is only one of many tropical beauties in the private gardens. The entire home opens directly onto the full width Terrace and infinity pool --- focal point of Costa Rican living --- and the perfect place to watch the world awaken, relax and lose yourself in a selection from the large library, sip a cocktail or two or enjoy a romatic dinner (private gourmet chef available).

The many amenities of VILLA VISTA include full stainless Bar and Kitchen with granite counter tops, European travertine and stone floors throughout, imported marble walls and vanities in all 3 baths, exotic outdoor jungle shower, indoor/outdoor high fidelity stereo system, 2 large flat screen TVs with cable, DVD player, telephones, security alarm system, safe, extensive video library and enhanced Wi-Fi throughout the property help make your stay in paradise perfect. An added, and invaluable bonus, is our onsite ENGLISH SPEAKING Property Manager who will welcome you to the Villa, show you the area and is always available to ensure your stay in paradise is unforgettable.

VILLA VISTA is one of only seven homes located in the exclusive gated community of Samara Reefs and is just 5 minutes (all on paved roads!!!) from the quaint beach town of Samara and the world famous Carrillo Beach, rated by Lonely Planet as 2 of the most beautiful beaches in all of Central America. Samara's many beach bars and restaurants will satisfy any taste - Italian, Mexican, French, Argentinean, vegetarian, pizza, seafood, sushi, steak and more. Rather cook in? No problem in our spacious gourmet Kitchen as there are several grocery stores and bakeries, a butcher shop, produce markets, organic market and farmer's market located in Samara. For necessities we have 2 banks, ATMs, English speaking medical and dental centers, a pharmacy, spa, fitness and yoga centers in town. For adventure, check with one of our tourist information centers to book surf lessions, scuba diving, horseback riding or white water rafting tours or rent kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles or ATVs. Up for some high-flying thrills? Book a flight on the gyro-copter and explore the Pacific coast or zip through the jungle on a canopy tour. Need to improve your Spanish? Samara has an internationally acclaimed language school that offers weekly classes. Or.........simply relax in the pool while keeping a look out for passing whales.

VILLA VISTA was constructed, decorated and furnished as a luxurious private residence, not as a rental property. You will enjoy old world antiques imported from Europe, Egyptian linens, fine china, crystal and silverware. The photos of our home tell you the rest of the story and are truly worth a thousand words. Please contact us if you have questions or would like to book an adventure in paradise. References are available upon request.

Children 10 and older and adults with a active sense of adventure are welcome! PURA VIDA!

Craig and Myla
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub. This villa also features concierge services and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property manager

Troy Davis - Heather Parker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 13

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

This property does not allow children

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
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 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 not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We decided to come back to Costa Rica after 25 years when we came for our honeymoon. We saw this house on VRBO and fell in love with the view. We unfortunately arrived at the house late at night so we weren't able to see it until we woke up in the morning but it was so worth the wait. The photos online do it absolutely no justice. IT IS AMAZING!! We were there in June which is the start of the rainy season so we did get a lot of rain but we also got some beautiful, sunny, days which was plenty. When the sun would come out we would wish for the clouds to come back. Everyone was so accommodating, the owner was very responsive and Leonie provided all of the contacts we needed for our trip. I highly recommend Gerardo with Samara Shuttle to pick you up. He was so helpful and directed us to the best places to shop. If you come on a Saturday go to the Ferria in town, they have the best vegetables and you can also buy souvenirs like jewelry, sauces, wine and coffee. I also recommend renting a golf cart to get back and forth to town and Playa Carillo. We had an amazing time that we will cherish forever. Thank you and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect safe location
House was just awesome. Loved the location, grounds and view. If you are researching between Nosara and Samara like I did, choose Samara. Nosara or Guiones Beach is on several dirt roads along the coast with tourist shops and restaurants. Samara is a little town on the beach, paved roads, and surrounded by great beaches and things to do. We loved it and will be back and would pick this same house without question you wont be disappointed. Thanks again Leonie really appreciated you and all your help!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything Great
We had a wonderful 6 night stay in mid-February and it was ideal for our family get-away (adult kids and partners). The house is wonderful, well maintained, and plenty of room for everyone. Besides the amazing views of Samara beach and the daily flyby of the macaws, parrots and other birds, we had regular visits from the iguanas, and howler monkeys. The location is quite quiet and a bit of an oasis to unwind after exploring the various beaches around Samara. The pool was outstanding, used a lot and cleaned regularly. Walking to town can be done, but not straightforward - we drove (rental) for dinner, groceries etc. Having Sylvia cook for us a couple of nights was great! Property manager (Leonie) was responsive in advance and made sure we were looked after if any questions. Suggestions for a few things that could be updated for added comfort - primary mattress, beach/pool towels, available beach chairs 6 vs 4. Overall was a great stay and wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIM M.

Liked: Cleanliness
FANTASTIC HOUSE!!
This house is fantastic & definitely a 5 star!! Leonie is the BEST Host!! She responded to our questions before & during our trip. Gave great recommendations as well! Thanks again & definitely will book this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
My husband and I needed a get away and this was perfect. The house is very private other than the daily gardener visits. We were able to find a local fisherman and got fresh fish and cooked at the house most nights. Leonie provided a lot of links for places to go and was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Fantastic, beautiful with an amazing location. Leonie is a huge benefit - thank-you. John and Melissa
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melodee B., Tualatin, OR

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing!!!
Can’t say enough about this property. Location and amenities were awesome. We woke up every morning to the tropical sounds of Samara…macaws, monkeys (they can be a bit loud) and beautiful vistas. We had a 6-person golf cart for 3 days which was perfect—allowed us to explore Playa Carrillo and go into town for dinner or pick up groceries, etc. We walked to town the first few days via the beach, about a one-mile walk. It is a pretty steep hill to the house but doable. We had Silvia come in two nights to prepare dinner for us—it was fabulous. Leonie was very responsive and easy to work with. Was a wonderful stay and we were sad to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Such a beautiful home in Samara
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farhana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of heaven
We stayed 5 days at Villa Vista and enjoyed every minute. The house is very conveniently located and the views are breathtaking. The minute you enter the home, you can’t help but be in awe of the beauty and immediately relax. The property manager, Leonie, is the best I have come across! We are the grateful for the memories our family will take with us and hope to be back again someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
Amazing home, even better than the photos. Incredible views of the Pacific and the jungle canopy. Indoor/Outdoor living from the living room and Master. Perfect for our family of 5 with older teenagers. Well appointed with tasteful decor. Getting into town and to the beach requires a vehicle. We rented a golf cart and were able to get to all beaches from Carrillo to Samara. This worked really well for us. The golf cart is not something I would recommend with little kids as you do need to travel on the main road with other vehicles going at full speed. Leonie helped us with Fishing charters and was a great concierge. We enjoyed lounging around the pool and grilling outside as much as we enjoyed going into town. Wildlife abounds with several varieties of birds, Howler Monkeys and Iguanas. Plenty of options for a group with varied interests.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The house was beautiful and the view outside was breathtaking. I’m glad we had a 4x4 for all the sight seeing we did. Beautiful place to relax and explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The View!!!
OMG… upon arrival you are immediately rewarded with an amazing view of the ocean and Isla Chora over a brilliant blue infinite pool. The house is situated such that a cool breeze floats from front to back and the pool is in morning sun and afternoon shade. Lovely! The bedrooms were clustered to one side of the house so we could be using the main area all day without disturbing sleepers. We made most of our own meals in the fully stocked kitchen and made heavy use of the outdoor grill. It was also nice to have air conditioning in the bedrooms for sleeping. Located about 2 km from the town/beach of Samara, it was the perfect base camp for our group of 6. Not really walkable but with a rental car, we could easily come & go or hang by the pool. There was plenty to keep us busy… we booked some kayaking, ziplining and ATV adventures in town as well
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, great location. Overall experience was very good.
Samara Reef was a great area. Leonie helped us get a local cook into prepare a meal and it was wonderful. The house was a bit of paradise. We did have some challenges with only one gate controller and six people. I would also recommend an upgrade to some of the appliances. Overall loved the town and the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M., Indianapolis,IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
This is our second time at this property. The house and views are beautiful. The property manager was great to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fenton P., Marston's Mills, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Can’t say enough great things about this home. Everything was fantastic. Clean, comfortable and very well managed. Great communication as well. Views where amazing. Location is perfect. Can’t wait to return. Thanks for the perfect vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with spectacular views
You can never be sure that the reality will match the pictures online but this house exceeded our expectations. The pictures don't even adequately represent the beauty of the home and where it is situated. We truly had the best view in town and it made it hard to leave the house for daily activities. And the pool was amazing as well and was used by all of us regularly. The one minor shortcoming is the need to get on an ATV or a bike to get food or get to the beach but worth it for the view and the comforts of the home. Definitely recommend mountain bikes and at least one ATV/motorbike for getting around and up the hill. and don't miss dinner and sunset at La Puesta del Sol near Playa Cabillo. And for that matter, the beach at Playa Cabillo which greatly outranks Samara. Leonie, the house manager, was wonderful and extremely helpful in all matters. The house was clean and someone came in twice a week which was nice given all the used towels. Loved it all and would definitely return.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and relaxing house!
Perfect place for a family with teenage kids. We loved this house. It was a great home away from home. The pool was beautiful with a great outdoor space to enjoy the Costa Rican sun. We loved the kitchen and the outdoor kitchen. The house is a quick drive to town, but nice and quiet. A wonderful place for a holiday!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Thank you for a wonderful stay at Samara Reefs! The house had everything we needed: a beautiful view, being close to the beach, and a gorgeous infinity pool. Leonardo was so kind in setting up our house and activities, and Raquel was amazing in cooking us two beautiful meals with local ingredients. Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hillary D., Fairview, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view
My husband, 6 year old and I stayed here for 6 weeks. The views are amazing! The pool and grounds are well kept as well as the house. Kitchen is well stocked with all that you need. Be aware that there is no AC in the common areas of the house, But the back of the house has Nano doors overlooking the ocean and there is great cross flow of breeze when those and the front door are open. The beds need help. The mattresses all need to be changed out as they were either rock hard or so soft that we had to sleep in the 2 divets that sunk us in on either side of the mattress. Our backs were pretty messed up during our stay. Also wished that we were able to use the pool toys that they kept locked up in the see through garage. Other than those few things, our stay was a delight. The house is perfectly located to town. Not right in the middle of all of the noise but just a few minutes to get to everything. Property manager was very responsive. Views are breathtaking.
Stayed 42 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Views of Playa Samara
The location and views from the property were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed a few activities in the local area including zip lining, ATV ride and of course the beautiful beaches in the surrounding area. The weather also turned out to be perfect with no rain 5 of 7 days during day time. Both Leonardo and Raquel were very responsive and pleasant to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonita casa.
Beautiful views. Fully equipped house. Open and breezy. Lovely pool. Short drive to the beach. Everything as advertised except the drive from airport took a full 2 hours. Well worth it though.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katryn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal
Look no further for an ideal place to stay in Samara. Gorgeous view, gorgeous house, gorgeous but comfortable furniture. It was even better than the pictures. Easy drive to incredible beaches. Samara is a charming town with great Italian restaurants and store. Erin the manager was top notch and did everything to make our stay comfortable and easy, even arranging for someone to come to the house for our Covid tests. We’d go back there in a heartbeat. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property - Convenient, Close to Town; You Will Love It!
We had an amazing stay in Samara Reefs. This property was very comfortable with a stunning view. Erin, the property manager, was amazing and made sure we were well taken care of during our stay. The house is in a safe, private, gated community that's very close to town, making all amenities very convenient. We enjoyed the hummingbirds, howler monkeys and parakeets that frequented the area, and the house was kept immaculate during our stay by Demeris (housekeeper) as well as the gardeners and pool staff. Be sure to keep the front and rear doors open for a crossbreeze. Otherwise, the house gets VERY stuffy in the main living area due to the AC unit in he loft not working. And, the main road out of Samara is just below the ridge where this house is, so you do constantly hear ATVs, cars and dirt bikes rushing by (and over the metal bridge nearby). This does interrupt the solitude a bit, but nothing compared to NJ traffic. Nonetheless, this house was awesome in a fantastic location with an impeccable support staff. You will have a great stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vacation Ever!
I cannot say enough wonderful things about this vacation. Communication with the owner and property manager prior to our stay was fantastic! Erin, the property manager, went over and above to make our stay perfect. She had the Villa stocked with groceries, gave restaurant recommendations, had Vilma cook for us several nights. She was the sweetest and the food was yummy! The view from the Villa was breathtaking! The pool was sparkly clean everyday, as was the Villa. The location was perfect. It was 5 minutes to Samara and the beach. We could not have imagined a more relaxing vacation! Look forward to coming back again later this year! Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Austen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
Even before you arrive at this incredible property, you'll be in for a treat! The communication from Craig (owner), Erin (property manager) and Bill (interim property manager) was stellar and helped us be totally prepared and at ease. The property itself is exactly as described in other reviews and the view is completely stunning. My wife ended up tearing her hamstring in town on the first day of our trip. Watch out if it rains! It is slippery everywhere you go, not just the travertine tile in the house. Bill helped us get to a doctor in the middle of the night and Erin was checking in with us constantly, despite dealing with a family emergency of her own back home. Unfortunately, due to my wife's injury, she was pretty immobile. Fortunately, however, the sanctuary of Villa Vista meant we still had an amazing time. Pull open the folding doors and let the breeze blow through your hair as you sip a glass of wine on the veranda and watch the waves slowly pulling into shore. Despite being right next door to two other houses, the property feels incredibly private. We felt like we had the whole of Samara to ourselves. The kids never got tired of playing in the pool and there was an excellent selection of movies upstairs when the rain rolled in. Only negative that I can think of is that I couldn't find a shaker or shot glass for making Cadillac margaritas, but we ended up making do with a couple of the plastic cups. Overall, our time at Villa Vista was amazing and we hope to come back again soon! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019