Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach - Potrero

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The sunsets and afterglow do not disappoint ...

Welcome to Villa Buena Vista! Let's start your tour on the terrace ....

Welcome to Villa Buena Vista ... thanks for visiting our listing.

Let's start with an every day view which never gets old.

The same view with the afterglow of the sunsets are beyond description.

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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6279 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

Potrero, Guanecaste

Playa Prieta7 min walk
Penca Beach11 min walk
Playa Potrero4 min drive
Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)55 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 (Lower Level)

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach

Located on the "gold coast of Costa Rica" directly above two of the most beautiful
beaches in the country. This is a private home, sitting 200 feet above the beach on two acres with beautiful landscaping filled with wildlife, trees, flowers and spectacular views.

Hear the roar of the surf, listen to the monkeys in the mangrove below or sing along with the birds in the trees... this the best of all worlds. Whether you choose to take a quick walk to the two beaches (a few minutes on foot, literally 300 paces from the house!) or drive to one of the many beaches located down the road (a few minutes by car), this property is a perfect to retreat and relax.

Playa Prieta sits directly below our house and has large shaded areas on the beach with bigger, crashing waves. Playa Penca can easily be accessed from a footpath on the road to Prieta, and is known for its soft waves, boogie boarding and great family gathering place. Or you can relax in our private pool with a cabana for shade during the day.

The house has 3000 square feet of well-appointed living space. Perfect for entertaining the family or for some well-deserved quiet time, this property guarantees a wonderful relaxing vacation. All bedrooms and living room feature banks of floor-to-ceiling windows, furniture, and an interior designed for comfort and relaxation.

The sunsets are beyond description - especially from the terrace. Not only does that expansive terrace offers a lovely place to read, chat, or dine - it also the perfect place to gather for a spectacular panoramic sunset.

Our gardener/caretaker lives on site because the property requires constant tending and trimming; and a housekeeper appears 6 days a week to do your laundry and straighten up the house. The property is fenced and gated, with similar properties alongside it - very quiet and secure.

Close to market for those who prefer to cook or close many restaurants if you prefer to dine out.

Keywords: House, Property, Sunset, Views,

Property manager

Mic & Mindy Gumb

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

FRONT YARD AND ENTRANCE FACING BEACH AND OCEAN; 2 MINUTE WALK TO BEACH

Sea view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Dogs reside on the property.

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 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

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Reserva Conchal Golf Course. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center and Diamante Eco Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Potrero, Guanecaste

What's nearby

Playa Prieta - 7 min walk
Penca Beach - 11 min walk
Playa Potrero - 4 min drive
Flamingo Beach - 13 min drive
Conchal Beach - 57 min drive

Getting around

Tamarindo (TNO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - 12 min drive
Patagonia del Mar - 12 min drive
Angelina's - 10 min drive
Hemingway's - 4 min drive
Las Brisas - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Prieta and Potrero Bay. Penca Beach and Playa Potrero are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

28 Jan 2022

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

Beautiful villa with amazing views

Loved the sunsets and spent most of our time outside. The master bedroom is stunning and the others are a good size with small but more than adequate en-suites. We were allowed to check out a bit later which made our last day before flying so much more pleasant. If you are thinking of getting a car book before you get there as we couldn’t even get a golf cart. The walk up the hill to the villa is very steep and a killer in the heat!! Loved our stay in Costa Rica and hope to come back one day. Pura Vida

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

12 Apr 2024

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

Fantastic Place to Stay!

This place is absolutely phenomenal, the views are amazing and the house is stunning. We stayed here for three nights with our family and would definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

7 Apr 2024

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

Amazing Views of the Ocean with Short Walk to the Beach

We enjoyed our stay at this home. It is on 2 acres and feels very private. It has amazing views of the ocean. You can sit on the porch and hear the waves which is very relaxing. We enjoyed using the pool each day too. The house is set up with two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms upstairs. The kitchen and family room are also upstairs. You then go down the outside stairs by the porch to get to the third bedroom and bathroom. Every bedroom has its own AC unit so you stay nice and cool at night. The family room can get a little warm during the afternoon but it didn’t bother us. We were usually off doing fun things around the area during that time or we would just sit out on the porch which has three ceiling fans. You can walk to the beach, Playa Prieta, in about 5-7 minutes. It’s an easy walk and the beach is beautiful and not crowded at all. There are trees on the beach you can sit under for shade. We loved playing in the ocean. Go out into the ocean along the middle section of the beach if you want to avoid the rocks. We also took the little trail over to the next beach, Playa Peca. It took us about 5 minutes. That beach is also very pretty with no crowds. We loved the little town Potrero, where the house is located. It takes about 5-10 minutes to walk into town. There are lots of restaurants to get food and even an Italian Gelato shop. We tried several of the restaurants and the gelato and they were all really good. We would enjoyed our time and would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

C S.

3 Apr 2024

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

Great house and service!

Great stay. The house was great and any issue we had was remedied quickly. Daily cleaning service was amazing. She went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and happy.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana C.

27 Mar 2024

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

Great vacation

We had a great time. We all enjoyed our vacation, and probably will be back. Thank you for sharing such a nice place!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mic & Mindy Gumb

Mic & Mindy Gumb live in Denver, Colorado

Why they chose this property

While on our first vacation in Costa Rica in 2003, we came across this incredible house which just spoke to us on some level. The spectacular views, the privacy, the way it made us feel was just magic. To truly understand this, you'd need to know that we definitely are not the most spontaneous people in the world - and we were certainly not in the market for a house. Yet, by the time we returned home four weeks later, we were proud owners of this property.

A decision we have never regretted for a minute. This is now our home - and yours when you visit - and by the time we get to the top of the driveway, our whole demeanor has shifted to peacefulness. By the time we get to the terrace and sink into a wicker chair, our shoulders have dropped about 4 inches (an exaggeration, but suddenly everything is alright). Many of our guests return year after year and have developed into wonderful friendships and we've become acquainted with many lovely families.

What makes this property unique

Our home is curated to be warm and welcoming - not meant to be straight out of a magazine in how it looks and feels. We want you to feel comfortable, like you are visiting an old friend - not worrying about sitting on the couch if your bathing suit is still not completely dry ... or wondering if its okay to snag an extra towel if yours is still damp. Enjoy. Anna will take care of you and the house in an unobtrusive way - while Ernesto makes sure the property looks as beautiful as possible.

And if you like dogs, welcome them and encourage them - and you will find them on the terrace looking for your company. If you don't care for animals, no worries, just ignore them and they will head back down to the caretaker's casita.

To ensure your time here is as safe as possible, the home is cleaned before your arrival using disinfectants along with daily cleaning as well.