8/10 Good
Angela B.
28 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vaca
Angela B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Entire home
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18465 sq m
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Pool
- Washer
- Gym
- Parking available
- Breakfast available
Explore the area
Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
- Playa Hermosa9 min walk
- Rocio's Kitchen4 min drive
- Playa Calzón de Pobre18 min drive
- Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)28 min drive
Room options
About the area
Playa Hermosa
A family-friendly stay in Sardinal awaits you at this villa. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Playa Hermosa and 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Rocio's Kitchen. .Villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 5 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room are also available. Limited housekeeping is available. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find concierge services, a garden and barbecues.
What's nearby
- Playa Hermosa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Panamá Beach - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
- Playa Calzón de Pobre - 18 min drive - 5.2 km
- Coco Beach - 22 min drive - 10.8 km
- Ocotal Beach - 27 min drive - 13.2 km
Getting around
- Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar - 10 min drive
- Makoko - 9 min drive
- Guayoyo - 9 min drive
- Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - 10 min drive
- AquaSport - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
The view from our house is breathtaking. It encompasses the Pacific Ocean, Batt island, Papagayo Gulf, Monkey rock, and a peninsula, which is now home to the newest Four Seasons Resort just across the bay. The property also overlooks the local Canopy, where Howler Monkeys can frequently be seen along with a wide variety of birds, butterflies and other indigenous fauna.
Our brand-new, seven-bedroom three-story house near the beach in Playa Hermosa is completely furnished and fully air-conditioned. With 2 large modern kitchens, dining and living areas or rather Great Rooms, that have high cathedral ceilings, gives you lots of room for family and friends without being cramped. The front patio is furnished and has all the romantic lighting for nighttime relaxation, while the sounds of the waves hitting the beach and the stars and moon touching the water, mellow you out.
Sitting in the outdoor jacuzzi pool on the third floor of the house on your private terrace is in itself a lifetime relaxing experience with state-of-the-art jets massaging your body, while the breathtaking views of the ocean tickle your mind. Sitting by the pool or at the far end there is a hammock, waiting for you to take that outdoor snooze or just lay back and finish reading that novel or have your mind wander.
This property is located in a gated community of Monte Paraiso, the house and the condo is equipped with fully electronic and ground private security, as well as a full-time maid and housekeeping service totally private swimming pools, a large Jacuzzi, lots of parking and much more.
Keywords: House + Apartment + Studio These are totally independent
Our brand-new, seven-bedroom three-story house near the beach in Playa Hermosa is completely furnished and fully air-conditioned. With 2 large modern kitchens, dining and living areas or rather Great Rooms, that have high cathedral ceilings, gives you lots of room for family and friends without being cramped. The front patio is furnished and has all the romantic lighting for nighttime relaxation, while the sounds of the waves hitting the beach and the stars and moon touching the water, mellow you out.
Sitting in the outdoor jacuzzi pool on the third floor of the house on your private terrace is in itself a lifetime relaxing experience with state-of-the-art jets massaging your body, while the breathtaking views of the ocean tickle your mind. Sitting by the pool or at the far end there is a hammock, waiting for you to take that outdoor snooze or just lay back and finish reading that novel or have your mind wander.
This property is located in a gated community of Monte Paraiso, the house and the condo is equipped with fully electronic and ground private security, as well as a full-time maid and housekeeping service totally private swimming pools, a large Jacuzzi, lots of parking and much more.
Keywords: House + Apartment + Studio These are totally independent
Property manager
Sam Placentile
Languages
English, Italian, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car not required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Chef service
Bedrooms
- 7 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Stereo
- TV with cable/satellite channels
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- 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.
- In-room accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
- Safe
Location highlights
- In a village
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- Gym
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 5,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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 are allowed on site
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
A True Paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Villa
A True Paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Playa Hermosa
A True Paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Villa Playa Hermosa
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste?
Yep, A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste is a short 9-minute walk from Playa Hermosa. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing. You can also find motor boats.
Does A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste have a pool?
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste has a pool.
What luxury perks are available at A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste?
This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.
What makes A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste.
Is A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and an outdoor pool, it's no surprise that A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste is a hit with families.
Is there a private hot tub at A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste?
No, A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste?
No, pets are not allowed.
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dave W., Grand Island
12 Feb 2019
Very nice property, clean and well kept property
Good
Dave W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
8/10 Good
Nancy C., Chapel Hill, NC
1 Jan 2019
Beautiful home overlooking Playa Hermosa: IMPORTANT to read all of the reviews before booking!
Sam and his wife and that staff that care for the home are delightful and made us feel very welcomed. (Marvin and Sonia just did a great job of quietly working around the home). They went out of their way to accommodate our needs. They had beautiful flowers for us, Christmas decorations and other wonderfully welcoming touches to the house.
The home itself is quite beautiful and the view from the upper deck over the bay is beautiful-its about a 5-minute drive to the beach. There are 2 grills and Marvin moved them so they were both on the same level.
It's important to realize that while the VRBO homepage indicates that the home will sleep 18 with 7 rooms, the building itself has 4 separate units--1 is a separate apartment which sleeps a couple. 2 are on the bottom of 3 floors and I think sleep 2 each. The owners stayed in one of them while we were there. When I booked, I didn't realize this arrangement and ended up not having enough rooms for our party. When you book, make sure you say how many bedrooms and beds you need.
There is a master with a bath on the middle floor; 2 other bedrooms and pull out bed (not comfortable but you can ask for the blow-up mattress and put it under the bed mattress) on that floor that share a bathroom. There is a room on entry level with bunk beds: mattress on bottom bunk not comfortable. The last "sleep space" is a pull out bed on the main floor. Realize that the total sleep space for 18 includes these 2 pull out sofa spaces that are not private.
A couple of other issues: while the showers were nice and had hot water, none of the sinks had hot water. There is no dishwasher. The outdoor shower doesn't work (but there is a hose). Kitchen has a lot of dishes and utensils. It would be great to have deep sided bowls and to replace some of the pots and pans whose no-stick surfaces have begun to peel. The last sentence, of course, is common with rentals but with a lot of cooking with large numbers that would be great.
For a rental that sleeps up to 18, there isn't a place to gather and sit around and talk easily. There are 2 tables (one inside and one on porch) which seat about 6 each.
Having said all this, we had a great time, we made it work. Just be flexible if you rent this property--its in a wonderful place and feels like you're in the trees.
Nancy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
jenny s.
15 Jan 2018
Excellent Vacation Home
We stayed at Villa Camilla and had a fantastic vacation. We had a total of 4 families (8 adults and 9 kids) and rented the main house and the studio. The kids used the pull out couches and the bedrooms (including the studio) accommodated all adult couples perfectly.
Sam arranged for transportation from the airport which was appreciated, and when we arrived at the house, Sam and Sixto (on-site groundskeeper/staff) were there to welcome us. They gave us a tour of the house and made sure we understood all the ins and outs of the property. As questions came up during our stay, Sam and Sixto were quick to respond and were very helpful.
The view is amazing. The house sits on a steep hill and provides views of the ocean. The driveway is steep but we managed with 2 rental cars, one was even a manual! The walk to the beach is about 10-15 minutes and not a bad walk. All kids did the walk several times without too much complaining. There is a market that is also about a 10-15 minute walk, it is small but had everything we needed. There were several dining options along the beach that accommodated all 17 of us and had good food.
The two pools at the house were on the smaller side but none of our kids complained. They were up and in the pool at 6:30am some mornings because they couldn't wait to swim!
I have to say, Sixto and his wife Pastora were invaluable. Sixto would check in with us daily and made sure the grounds were safe and clean. Pastora did our dishes and laundered towels along with a few personal items, daily! We didn't ever feel like we needed a dishwasher or washing machine because the staff took care of it. Pastora even made a delicious dinner for us (for a very reasonable extra fee). They also have a very cute little boy that was fun to have around :)
Overall, this property was perfect for our needs. Sam, Sixto and Pastora went our of their way to make us feel welcome and safe.
jenny s.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017
10/10 Excellent
Cora O.
7 Apr 2017
A truly awesome experience from a breathtaking viewpoint and beautiful surroundings. Just awesome!!
There were 13 of us at some point and Villa Camelia was very accommodating. The home was very nice and filled with warmth and welcome. Sam, the owner, bent over backwards to ensure our vacation was a pleasant experience. His staff, who didn't speak any English, did understand the true meaning of customer service. They were at our beckoned call, no matter the time of day or night. We felt we got our money's worth as we enjoyed the pools, home cooking, closeness of the beach, shopping and restaurants, and all the fun we all had together. We are going through withdrawals right now because our visit to Costa Rica was the most!!!! Sam even referred us to his neighbor, Renee, who was essentially our driver for running around to close venues. He would make multiple trips to safely and quickly get us to our nearby destination and at great rates!!👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽 We had a couple of challenges with water shortages in the subdivision but we lived through it until we figured it all out!! The vacation was a huge success and EVERYBODY had an absolute ball. I do recommend Sam makes it clear in his home description that the house has 3 separate entrances and they are all priced separately. Even with this misunderstanding, he was the most accommodating. He promised our vacation would be great and he delivered! Thank you to Sam and his staff and his neighbor. You guys all Rock!!!!! #highlyrecommended
Cora O.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017
4/10 Poor
Cristine S.
3 Jan 2017
Great for families!! Single group of adults should choose another property
This property is beautiful but is configured to accommodate families. I rented this property with 5 other adults(not couples). There are only 3 adult bedrooms and one bedroom with bunkbeds. The rest of the beds are sofa sleepers in common areas. There are also only two pools. The one off the living space is a whirlpool with no heat and very small. The actual pool is situated down a steep staircase with no railings and has the apartment overlooking it where the owner stays. Not optimal. The beach is a fair hike away which isnt bad except the hike back is uphill and the last bit to get to the house is ridiculous. Playa Coco is a quick cab ride away and even has a Hard Rick Cafe as well as some bar/danceclubs. To get in and out of the gated community you have to get the attention of the groundskeeper.... This is not an easy task at 3 or 4 o'clock in the morning when he is sound asleep.
The daily maid service was a nice touch. We did not use it everyday but it was comforting to know it was available.
Cristine S.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2016
6/10 Okay
Susan R., Minneapolis
3 Dec 2016
Throw Out Expectations: You are in a Foreign Country
There are no addresses in Costa Rica so directions are sketchy. We came in three rental cars and all got lost. The coordinates were not accurate.
Villa Camellia is an inspiringly beautiful home, spacious, well furnished, clean and functional for large groups. It also has a great view on several levels and two sun-warmed pools. What it doesn’t have surprised us because we were in an American state-of-mind. There is no dishwasher, not even pipes for hot water in the kitchen. Showers in the house have instant water heaters but the sink is cold only. Toilets get plugged up easily so we had to teach the kids that, here, we must put toilet paper in the wastebasket.
Villa Camilla is near Playa Hermosa and Playa Coco. The driveway is scary steep and curves and goes back down at the other end. You might want four wheel drive and certainly automatic transmission.
There are 3 units here: house, condo and studio apartment, rented and priced separately. Be clear on how many bedrooms you want if you do not want to sleep on sleeper sofas. The apartment is down three levels which you get to on outside stairs which have no railing or lights. The condo is on level two. There are separate keys for the house and studio and only one key each. The staff, Sixto and Pastoria are always available. We were especially happy with them and the owner, Sam, when they took care of us and the house when the be ry unusual hurricane was predicted. Fortunately, it missed us.
Susan R.
10/10 Excellent
Christopher M.
3 Apr 2016
Beautiful villa with an amazing view of the pacific...
My family and I had the pleasure of staying at Casa Camilla in February 2016. We had the idea to do a vacation rental as a family for a couple of years but were nervous about all of the moving pieces of getting all 11 of us together (4 couples and 3 small children). We had never done a vacation rental before and so this piece was a big unknown. We had high expectations and these were exceeded by both the quality of the accommodation as well as the exceptionally accommodating and welcoming owner and staff.
We rented the main house as well as the studio apartment and this was plenty of room for our group. The house is just as lovely in person as the pictures appear (maybe even nicer) and was sparkling clean on arrival and throughout the stay. The ocean view from the house is spectacular and we were about a ~10min walk from the beach. We walked to Playa Hermosa most mornings with our children (2 and 4), who were thrilled to see the howler monkey family in the trees on the way every day. We also repeated the journey many evenings to enjoy dinner and a cocktail at one of several beach front walk-up restaurants. This was a fantastic spot to enjoy the sunset. We are a family that doesn't mind walking so this was a pleasure for us to have a bit of walk to the beach. Of note, the hill to the house is a bit steep and my sister, who has a 7 month old, preferred the short drive (there is lots of parking at the beach as well, so this was not a problem). It is also about the same walk to a small grocery store, so it was easy to keep the kitchen stocked. One thing I would like to note as well about the location (especially for those travelling with small children) is that was very nice to be a bit away from the beach and on the base of the hill hill as it does get very hot during the day and most times we had a pleasant breeze on the upper deck.
Sam, the owner, is outstanding and makes you feel welcome in his home. True to the other reviews he welcomed us on arrival, ensured every detail was taken care of during the stay and provided excellent recommendations on local attractions. The couple that maintain the house and grounds could not be nicer. The house was cleaned several times during the day, our laundry was done each day and they were so kind to accommodate their upkeep of the house around the napping schedule of our baby and toddlers.
Thank you sincerely Sam, for such a wonderful vacation experience. We hope to visit again soon!
Christopher M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2016