Lorie

Reviews

Superhost

91 total reviews

98% Excellent

91 reviews

4.97

2022–2026

Cleanliness 5.0

Accuracy 5.0

Communication 5.0

Location 5.0

Check-in 5.0

Value 5.0

91 reviews

2BR Villa in Santa Teresa

Marcelo

Excellent, 1 month ago

The villa is very nice, modern and clean. I really liked that almost all the walls are windows that can be opened, so the air circulation and lighting are very good. The upstairs terrace. I looooooove it! A highlight of the Villa. The pool looks bigger in the photos, but for 4 guests it's perfect. Access is indeed complicated. We didn't go in a 4x4 and we managed to get up, but the car did skid a bit. It's a great plus that the villa has yoga mats.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at SWAR Villa! Everything was perfect from start to finish. Communication was incredibly clear right from the time of booking, and Will gave us a very warm welcome and was extremely helpful throughout our entire stay. The area feels very safe and secure, making it ideal for a peaceful family vacation. The villa itself is amazing, the views of the sunset from the balcony are truly exceptional, and the kids absolutely loved spending time in the pool. As a quick practical tip for future guests: the road leading up the hill to the villa is not in very good condition, so a 4x4 vehicle is highly recommended. Our vehicle didn't have 4x4, and with a bit of rain, the climb can get tricky. However, this was just a minor detail in what was otherwise a beautiful and memorable stay. Thank you again to Will for everything. We highly recommend this villa without hesitation!

Host Response

Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had such a wonderful stay and enjoyed the sunsets, the pool, and everything SWAR Villa has to offer. It means a lot to know that you felt well cared for, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to the team. We also appreciate you sharing the helpful tip about the road—it’s valuable advice for future guests. It was truly a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you and your family back again someday!

If you are looking for a place that feels like a real home, not just a borrowed house - this is it! We felt right at home immediately. Everything you need in the kitchen, a perfect little outdoor shower, and my favorite part was the patio and beautiful, comfortable furniture outside. The views were incredible. You can see so many birds and hear the monkeys - especially in the morning. We had our coffee, breakfast, and dinner outside every day to enjoy the beauty of this place. The pool was so perfect for evening swims or afternoon naps on the pool float. I read my kindle in the pool for hours just listening to the ocean and the birds. Santa Teresa is such a treasure and this place is a true gem 💎! We took several recommendations from Will and did a fishing tour with Day Trips (highly recommend!). He helped arrange a very early airport taxi for us and was so helpful and welcoming the entire time. I really appreciated the 2 large beach blankets provided they came in so handy. Pura Vida!

This stay was one of the best in all of my travels. The host and property manager were fantastic and responsive. They helped to arrange airport transportation and ATV rental dropped off right at the property. If you do stay at the property I highly recommend you arrange the ATV service with them, as it is very useful to navigate up the hill that the property is on as well as getting around town and exploring. The whole experience of booking and staying at this property was fantastic, highly recommended.

The place is as shown in the photos, quite comfortable, clean, organized, pool in very good condition, however we had some complications. The road is in poor condition, you need a 4WD to be able to go up, which is not indicated in the reservation. When we arrived, we had no water because the filters were dirty. The refrigerator did not work, we almost lost food, they had to replace it, and the internet was also cut off for a few hours the following days. Also on the last day we ran out of gas so we couldn't use the kitchen. There were several necessary things that affected the stay, and communication is crossed with several people.

Host Response

I am sorry to hear your stay was not perfect. The road had some damage from recent rains, and is in the process of being evaluated for repair. The entire mountain joins in for the repairs, and we are all good about completing what needs to be done. Unfortunately the internet went out. I wished you had told me. We have a second internet provider for the property for that very reason. If electricity goes off due to rains, I have no control over that. That is part of jungle life. The refrigerator had zero complaints from the group before you, so I am sorry it broke when you were there. Also, gas can be replaced in less than an hour if you tell us, we have spares on site to prevent this. You are the first to ever give a low rating, so we will take all of this and use it for training.

I had an excellent time staying at Lories place. The hosts were super helpful giving local recommendations and making sure I had everything I needed. Fortunately I know the area but if this is your first time they are a great recourse for booking anything you need and giving tips. The checkin was easy and the home looked just as beautiful as it does in the photos. The location is perfectly tucked away in the hills so you get that privacy and feeling of being inside nature. It had all the amenities we needed to feel right at home. The hosts were super accommodating to my checkout and any requests I had. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice private getaway.

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