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Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande

Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande

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Front of villa from garden walkway at twilight
View from pool towards veranda at twilight
Veranda with sitting and dining areas
Veranda sitting area on pool side
View from pool towards villa

Overview of Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

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Playa Grande, Guanacaste
  • Popular LocationGrande Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationTamarindo Beach36 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Langosta45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Guest

1 Queen Bed

Studio

1 Double Futon and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs Guest

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

3 bathrooms

Downstairs

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Shower only

Studio

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande

This Spanish Mediterranean-style house is located in Palm Beach Estates in Las Baulas Marine National Park in Guanacaste.

The house is a 5-minute walk to Playa Grande beach, the seasonal nesting grounds of the endangered leatherback turtle and an internationally famous surfing beach, and also to the mangrove estuary, several restaurants, a market/bar/internet cafe, and surfboard rentals and lesson providers. Tamarindo is accessible within a short walk via the beach and water taxi to cross the estuary, or in 25 minutes by car.

A separate studio apartment on the property is available as as an additional rental for larger groups, or as a standalone rental for individuals and couples.

The main house has 3 bedrooms (2 upstairs, 1 downstairs), including a master bedroom with a king-size bed and full-size futon, and two bedrooms with queen-size beds. Each bedroom has its own closet with security safe and private balcony/lookout, plus a hammock on the downstairs bedroom patio. There are 2 full bathrooms, one downstairs with a double shower and one upstairs with a bathtub.

The downstairs contains a spacious open living and dining area, full kitchen with a wall oven, microwave, refrigerator/freezer with icemaker, breakfast island with gas range, dishwasher, and a study/reading room that opens up to the pool and patio area.

The upstairs has a sitting room with a 4K Smart TV, plus a full-size futon for additional sleeping space. All rooms have individually controlled air-conditioning and ceiling fans, all floors are wide Brazilian tile, and there is high-speed cable internet with a mesh WiFi network that covers the full property.

If you need additional space, we also have a studio apartment, available as a separate rental unit, which contains an additional full-size bed and futon, as well as a small kitchen, dining table, full bathroom, and Smart TV.

The outside features a large wrap-around terrace with a dining area and hammock, semi-shaded lap pool with patio and chairs, lush tropical garden with plentiful flora and full-grown trees, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach. There are plenty of wildlife viewing opportunities available right from the terrace or patio, with hundreds of birds, howler monkeys, iguanas and butterflies in the neighborhood.

Our property manager is based right in Playa Grande and readily available to assist with all aspects of your vacation, including arranging ground transportation, a private chef if desired, child care, laundry and grocery shopping services, as well as booking the many tours and activities available in the area, such as surfing, SCUBA, snorkeling, sunset sailing, deep sea fishing, horseback riding, estuary boat tours, zipline canopy tours, bike rentals, golf, tennis, turtle watching, yoga, massage and spa treatments.

Refundable damage deposit: $200

Rental rate includes daily pool cleaning, housekeeping three times per week, all linens, beach towels, and many staple items.

Main House:
Low (May-Oct): $240/night, $1400/wk
High (Nov-Apr): $270/night, $1600/wk
Holiday (New Year's, Christmas, Easter): $380/night, $2200/wk

Studio Apartment:
Low (May-Oct): $50/night, $300/wk
High (Nov-Apr): $70/night, $420/wk
Holiday: $90/night, $500/wk

Property manager

Colin Ovitsky
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Playa Grande

This villa is located in Palm Beach Estates, a neighbourhood in Cabo Velas, and is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Conchal Beach and Tamarindo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Grande, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 9 min walk
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 4 min drive
  • Tamarindo Beach - 36 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 43 min drive
  • Playa Langosta - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nari - 31 min drive
  • Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 31 min drive
  • Pico Bistro - 30 min drive
  • Medusa Bar - 31 min drive
  • Bamboo Sushi Club - 31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa de La Vida Grande: A Tropical Paradise in Playa Grande located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this villa is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Grande Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Ventanas Beach. Conchal Beach and Playa Zapotillal are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise !
Very pleasant ! All my guests enjoyed their vacation ...the comfor 't of home, large space, nice environment, great tranquility, beautiful beach, without forgetting the kindness of the CostaRicans !
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Team Sloth
The house suited our 3 generation family perfectly. The area feels safe and had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and comfy home
Location is great. Lush private yard With monkeys, and great neighborhood. Quick walk to beach or estuary for Boat rides to town for 2$. House is comfy, and as described except for only one shower working (downstairs).
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Farid F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Space for Families
Quite and beautiful Villa. Minutes walk from the immaculate beach. Lime, Coconut, and Papaya trees on property. Pool is perfect for children. Howler monkeys hung out in trees on property for several hours yesterday. Management was attentive. Can not wait to come back. Peace
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Raquel C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Un poco sucio
La propiedad es muy bonita, sin embargo pensamos que puede ser un poco mas limpia por el precio de la propiedad. Las sábanas tenían muy mal olor. La mayoría de los implementos de cocina estaban muy viejos y manchados. La refrigeradora se dañó el día que llegamos pero shawna nos resolvió rápido. Las sillas de playa también muy herrumbradas. Creo que pueden mejorar en esos detalles. La atención de Shawna fue muy buena y pronta es un punto a rescatar
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Colin Ovitsky

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My brother and I live in Massachusetts and are co-owners of this property. Our father, a veterinarian, purchased the land in 2004 upon becoming enamored with Costa Rica during his first visit to Playa Grande. Along with a professional architect, and after many months of research and searching for materials throughout Costa Rica, he designed the house using his own background in architecture, which he had studied prior to turning his focus to veterinary medicine.

The house was constructed throughout 2005 and 2006 and was completed in February 2007, with our father spending at least one week per month there to supervise and participate directly in the construction. Sadly, he passed away in May 2008 and did not have much time to enjoy the results of his labor, but the house stands as a testament to the many years of passion, dedication and effort he poured into it.

Our father loved hosting groups of guests at his home for dinners, dancing and relaxing, and made a point to head to the beach every evening for the beautiful Playa Grande sunsets. While we are unable to spend much time there ourselves, we are honored to continue our father's legacy, and hope you will find Casa de La Vida Grande (as he named it) the perfect destination for your Costa Rica vacation.

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