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Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches.

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches.

A beautiful 3 bedroom home on 20 acres of dramatic Costa Rican countryside which includes jungle, farm land and hiking trails. Situated on the Pacific side of Costa Rica, on a mountain just outside of Herradura, with beautiful sandy beaches and the upscale Los Suenos resort which offers dining, sport fishing and a championship golf course. It is a mere 5 minutes car ride to Los Suenos and the beach, and only 8 minutes car ride to the popular tourist center of Jaco with its tours, restaurants, night clubs, and shops. AutoMercado, a North American style supermarket is 3 minutes away.
Relax and enjoy breathtaking views over the valley and the mountains beyond from the patio and pool. Watch for flocks of budgies, and the sunrise and sunset passage of Scarlet Macaws. Listen for Toucans, and watch Social Flycatchers and Mourning Doves come to bathe. Make your unforgettable vacation in this piece of Costa Rican paradise.
The main house has 2 bedrooms with 2 queen-sized beds, and a common bathroom with shower. There is a large newly renovated kitchen and living room. The 3rd bedroom with its separate entrance, 2 queen-sized beds and en-suite bathroom is new, as is the 30’ long pool with seating area, large covered terrace and double garage. The unique custom made cabinets, the ceilings and paneling throughout the home are made from the dramatic Guanacaste wood that came from this property. The doors are carved by local artisans depicting Costa Rican wild life.
Features :
• New pool, covered patio and covered terrace attached to house with 4 outdoor speakers and two large ceiling fans a second terrace at a lower level with a gazebo .
• Air conditioning in all 3 bedrooms, ceiling fans throughout. Bedclothes and towels provided
• Advanced security system.
• New 6 burner gas stove, fridge with ice maker and cool water dispenser, microwave, coffee-maker, toaster, all dishware, pots, and utensils.
• Dining seating for 6 under the covered terrace, 4 chaise lounges, and extra stacking chairs, including some you can take to the beach.
• North American hot water and UV water disinfection system.
• Stereo with 4 internal and 4 external speakers and Internet or more the nightly rate is $150US. A damage deposit of $750US is charged which is returned to you at the end of your stay, minus any losses or damages.

• Covered parking for two cars with covered walk way to main entrance.
• Barbeque, pool Jacuzzi seating, and 10 meters pool size- can swim lengths in.
• Property managers live at the bottom of the property. The pool is cleaned daily and any necessary property maintenance is done at no charge. They will clean the house if requested for $10 per hour and will do a normal-sized laundry load at their house for $15. Please pay them direct.
Suitability: sleeps up to 8, wheelchair access, no smoking in the house.
Rates vary depending on season and length of stay please use the Home Away calendar to check availability and pricing.
Owned by Canadians John and Catherine Whitehouse.

Property manager

John Gruihn

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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 accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golfing on site

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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit, 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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Herradura, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park - 5 min drive
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 6 min drive
  • Herradura Beach - 8 min drive
  • Marina Los Sueños - 10 min drive
  • Jaco Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hook Up - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar 8cho - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zoe Restaurante - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Carabelas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪KFC Herradura - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Auto Mercado Herradura and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park. Jaco Beach and Herradura Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Costa Rican Holiday Home On 20 Acres Just Outside Of Herradura's Sandy Beaches. Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 6 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House
We stayed here for 3 days and it rained non stop(during the rainy season) hoeever the house was very warm and inviting. The home felt very modern and well maintained. It felt like a tropical Oasis with the lush vegitation and pool. The pool was very clean and well used by our kids. we are very happy we stayed here
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true rainforest experience
Booked a couple of days while staying in Jaco and we were pretty happy during our stay. The check-in process was a bit of a nightmare as the person they have coming to hand you the keys was not answering their phone and he was hard to get a hold of. We called the property owner and they told us to just wait it out another 15 minutes. After 20-30 min elapsed, we called the owner again, and he did not answer our calls at all, which was frustrating. When the man finally arrived to hand us our keys, he let us know that we were given the wrong number and that was why we couldn't reach him. Anyway, apart from the check in debacle, the outside of the home screams paradise. It is just a magical scenery with wildlife all around you. The pool was very relaxing to hangout in and watch all the macaws and other wildlife. The home itself was a bit outdated. The shower heads barely give out any water, which made bathing a hassle and the living room area of the house and kitchen only have fans and made it feel as if we were in a sauna. There are also several posts around the house reminding you to shut off fans, lights, etc to save energy. The bedrooms were comfy and cool (thankfully).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

CRAIG L., Soldotna

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful quiet home
Very peaceful quiet home. This place is exactly what me and my wife are looking for a nice home with a beautiful pool overlooking a quiet valley. Place can be a little hard to find but was a great location for what we were looking for. The caretakers were very friendly and kept the place clean. We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Joanne L., Carrying Place, Canada

Quiet and peaceful home
We enjoyed our week at the white house. The pool was amazing and was welcome after a day out in the sun. We had visits from toucans and also had a visit from a motmot. And of course lots of bugs on steroids. Overall it was a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

8/10 Good

Rebeca E.

La casa es muy cómoda y la piscina muy linda. Paisajes maravillosos y mucha tranquilidad
La casa tiene muy buena distribución, menaje completo. La piscina muy linda. Excelente ubicación de las áreas de la casa. Terraza muy amplia y está integrada al área de piscina. Los propietarios muy colaboradores. Lo que puede mejorar: existen muchos artículos de uso personal dentro de la casa, muchas alfombras que no se ven limpias, encontramos comida y artículos de uso personal de huéspedes anteriores, la limpieza general de la casa al ingresar puede ser mejor. No logramos conectar la televisión por cable, tuvimos que utilizar nuestra cuenta de Netflix.

6/10 Okay

Ashley W., Alajuela, Costa Rica

Has potential
This house is located just off the main highway down an unmarked road. Initially we loved the seclusion, but the second night there was extremely loud music playing somewhere nearby and it was blasting from 6pm to 7am. People here like to party. Pura Vida. The view was gorgeous and the pool would have been great, but it was so dirty that we couldn't even see the bottom. I didn't get in it once. The property manager promised the second day it would be better because he needed to clean it. Well, I don't know what he did, but by the end of our stay the pool hadn't changed at all. It looked like it needed to be drained, bleached, and scrubbed with steel wool. Our stay was last minute and we appreciated the owners letting us come in at short notice. However, the owners response time was very slow and we submitted a payment when we requested to book the property, but the owner didn't approve it in time so it didn't go through. So when we came back to the property after a long day at the beach, looking forward to showering and going out to dinner, the property manager was there waiting, his car parked behind ours- and basically wouldn't let us leave until he had confirmation from the owner that we had resubmitted the payment. It was a little disconcerting. The house is older and the appliances are also older. *note- the oven is in Celsius* The set of table and chairs on the patio with a view of the pool look pretty, but the cushions are too thick on the chairs and you can't sit properly at the table to enjoy a meal. The next thing that bothered me was lack of fresh sheets on the beds. The first night my 7 year old daughter got into bed and was promptly stung by a scorpion. I proceeded to pull all the sheets and pillowcases off our 2 beds shake them, and re-make the beds. There were white particles under our pillows, so I know they had been sitting like that for awhile. Our guests however weren't as vigilant. The next morning as another girl was making her bed she found a scorpion in her bed near her pillow. Luckily she didn't get stung. Maybe spraying the perimeter of the house and the inside corners of the rooms with bug spray might prevent future scorpion findings. The last thing that bothered me was the lack of cleanliness in the kitchen. Part of the allure of renting a house over a hotel is the ability to make your own meals. In the utensil drawer mold was growing on several of the items. The garbage bags provided were too small for the can.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2016