Exceptional Penthouse with the Best Beachfront Location in Guanacaste

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El Destino's ocean-facing yard with the beach just a few steps out the gate.

This is your view from the expansive terrace.

The penthouse spans the entire third floor of the building.

Playa Potrero is right out the back door.

Property falls at the midpoint of Potrero Bay. Flamingo Marina is at upper left.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 11279 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Surfside, Playa Potrero, Guanacaste

Playa Potrero2 min walk
Flamingo Beach6 min drive
Penca Beach7 min drive
Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Luxurious 4-bedroom, 4 1/2 bath penthouse on peaceful Playa Potrero.

Our spacious home (3000 square feet) is beautifully decorated and features high-end finishes throughout: quartz and granite counter tops, solid wood cabinetry, tiled bathrooms, original art, and custom furniture, paintwork, window treatments and bedding. It offers all the comforts of home, including WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, and a variety of entertainment options. Twice weekly housekeeping service is included.

Our penthouse occupies the entire top floor of a 5 unit building. It is located in the exclusive Surfside development, in the center of a wide bay stretching from Sugar Beach to Playa Flamingo. World-class ocean fishing, sailing, surfing, scuba and snorkeling are only minutes away. A well-stocked grocery store and many cafes/restaurants are within walking distance. Nearby Playa Flamingo (10 minutes drive) and Tamarindo (about 1/2 hour) have a wealth of restaurants, shops and services to meet your every desire.

Despite its luxurious appointments, our penthouse is child-friendly. Playa Potrero is one of the calmest beaches in Guanacaste, with gentle surf and soft sand. Unlike some other properties in the area, there are no roads to cross or hills to navigate to get to the ocean. There's a zero-entry swimming pool and large grass play area between our building and the beach.

We've stocked our home with boogie boards, swim fins, masks and snorkels, and a variety of toys and books. In addition, we are members of the Costa Rica Sailing Center, which is only one block away. Our membership allows our guests to receive 50% discounts on all equipment rentals (sailboats, paddle boards, kayaks, etc.), Happy Hour all day every day in their restaurant, and many other benefits.

Our local property managers are ready to help you with anything you need to make your stay enjoyable and memorable. They can have the home stocked with groceries when you arrive, and arrange for transportation, a massage or daily maid service (twice weekly cleaning is included in your rental fee). They can help you plan jungle or canopy tours, excursions to the area’s many spectacular volcanoes, scuba or surfing lessons, or golf or fishing trips.

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Property manager

Christine Engleby

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Sea view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

On-site 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Haras del Mar Equestrian Center and Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.

Surfside, Playa Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Playa Potrero - 2 min walk
Flamingo Beach - 6 min drive
Penca Beach - 7 min drive
Playa Prieta - 8 min drive
Conchal Beach - 52 min drive

Getting around

Tamarindo (TNO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - 8 min drive
Patagonia del Mar - 8 min drive
Angelina's - 6 min drive
Hemingway's - 2 min walk
Las Brisas - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exceptional Penthouse with the Best Beachfront Location in Guanacaste pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exceptional Penthouse with the Best Beachfront Location in Guanacaste?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exceptional Penthouse with the Best Beachfront Location in Guanacaste?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Exceptional Penthouse with the Best Beachfront Location in Guanacaste located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tempate condo is just steps away from Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Flamingo Beach is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

5 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family vacation!

Spacious 4-bedroom penthouse full stocked with everything our family needed for a week's vacation. The view from the balcony was amazing! The neighbors were wonderful. Plenty of restaurant options within walking distance and the local market was also stocked well. Would definitely return!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry B., Canada

12 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best ever

We are a multi generational family of nine. We had an amazing stay at El Destino Penthouse. It was one of the best equipped units we have ever stayed in. Communication with the owner was over and above what was necessary. The grounds were very well kept and comfortable. The location is one of the best in Potrero. We would highly recommend staying there.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reena B.

5 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront, Beautiful, Comfortable & Spacious

My family and I loved this condo on Potrero Beach! Great location to explore the Potrero/Flamingo/Las Catalinas areas and beaches. Every room is large, spacious and beautifully decorated. The kitchen, dining and living areas were remodeled with a much nicer layout and decor than the online photos. Modern kitchen and appliances with all the conveniences of home, including microwave, dishwasher, sink disposal, washer and dryer. The living sectional looks brand new, seats plenty and is so comfortable. Balcony is huge and ocean/beach view is awesome. Beach has some pebbles when entering the water that’s a bit uncomfortable to walk on but the sand is soft and surf is calm. We enjoyed hanging out in the ocean watching the pelicans fish in the morning. Pool and grounds were nice and clean. Great hotel restaurant short walk down the beach. Housekeeping services were also provided during our stay at no extra charge. We took advantage of the Sailing Center membership discount (gave us 10% off at their restaurant) that comes with the condo rental which was nice. Great communication (English speaking) with host and professional property manager. I have no complaints and I would not hesitate to book this rental again and hope to stay here longer next time! By far the best place out of 3 that we stayed on our vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L., Portland Oregon USA

18 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

It was great

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Girma T.

12 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

It was really amazing place to stay except the washroom beside the laundry room had some issues. Otherwise, we had an excellent time staying at the condo.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Christine Engleby

We are a Colorado couple with 5 grown children, 12 grandchildren and two goofy golden retrievers. We love to ski, golf, fish, hike and enjoy the outdoors. We also like to travel, with recent trips to Alaska, Africa, Europe and New Zealand. Tom is a retired computer business owner and Chris is a psychologist and part-time consultant. Since we bought our El Destino penthouse in 2007, we have averaged about 3 trips each year to Costa Rica.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Costa Rica on our first visit and were fortunate to find a property that has allowed us to share this beautiful place with our family, friends and rental guests. We chose our El Destino penthouse for many reasons: it accomodates large groups easily and with all the comforts of home; it has incredible ocean views and sounds; and, because it is in the middle of a large bay, we have no undertow and our young grandchildren can handle the waves. We also like being located in a residential neighborhood where the beach is never crowded, but which offers easy access to a variety of restaurants, shops, and adventurous tourist activities.

What makes this property unique

Because our penthouse occupies the entire third floor of our building, we have spectacular ocean views from Flamingo Beach and the marina on the south, to the town of Potrero and beautiful secluded beaches and islands on the north. We think our terrace, which spans almost the entire width of the building, is the best place in the area to view the sunset. Unlike many other 'beachfront' properties nearby, you don't have to cross a road or navigate down a hill to get from our building to the beach. One of our favorite early morning rituals is to walk from one end of the bay to the other, looking for shells, crabs and other ocean life. Along the estuaries that flow into the bay, we have spotted monkeys in the trees and birds such as egrets, herons and roseate spoonbills (from which Flamingo Beach gets its name). Every day we see something new and different.

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