Escape to your tropical oasis just steps from the beach. Experience exclusive boutique resort luxury at Stef Surf El Delfin - one of our four private villas. Listen to parakeets, toucans, and howler monkeys while relaxing on your balcony overlooking the lush garden. Take a refreshing swim in the gorgeous pool next to your cool "rancho" with a wet bar. Pluck bananas, papayas, and almonds. Have dinner and go dancing at the nearby restaurants. Live your dream here in Costa Rica! Pura Vida! The space El Delfin is pure luxury for those who want the perks of a boutique hotel experience in a tropical paradise - plus, the convenience of a full home with kitchen. The home is modern, the garden is a miniature tropical jungle in which you can relax and disconnect from the pressures of daily life. DETAILS: Villa is approx 1600 sq ft on two floors, two bedrooms on the top floor with full bathrooms each. Bedrooms offer a private patio/sundeck where you can relax on the enticing day beds. The master bedroom provides floor-to-ceiling 14-foot high double-sliding glass doors with beautiful SHEER curtains that highlight the beautiful view. (Please have a sleeping mask if you want to sleep late during the day.) Wake up to an incredible tropical view with the sounds of the ocean, howler monkeys, and green parrots. Guest access You have the luxurious El Delfin home/villa. Plus, Stef Surf's pool which is shared only with 4 villas, jacuzzi tub (unheated), rancho, gardens, and parking. Enjoy! If you need anything else, please just let us know. We can arrange more. Additionally, available (per your request): Concierge, private chef, tours, daily housekeeping, fresh fish delivery, massage, babysitting, catering, airport shuttle service, car rental, etc. Other things to note You are 2 minutes (walking distance) from Potrero Beach/Playa Potrero. It is an ideal place for children as it usually is quite calm. Playa Potrero is an environmentally protected turtle nesting site. The beach is bordered by dry lowland, and mangrove forests. Stef Surf is a tropical oasis close to the beach and more. Rainy season is very rainy and a fantastic adventure beneath the tropical canopy. It is amazing to experience this phenomenon! Summer is hot, so we encourage you to enjoy the air conditioner and pull the curtains during the mid-day sun. The pool is ALWAYS refreshing year round. We have a thriving community here with nearby restaurants, bars, and dancing. We have a very detailed home manual that you can use to experience the most of our area during your stay. Many people are flocking to this amazing paradise, so new homes are being built in the neighborhood.

## The Space

Escape to a tropical retreat just steps from the beach at Stef Surf El Delfin, one of four private villas offering exclusive boutique resort luxury. Relax on your balcony overlooking a lush garden while listening to the sounds of parakeets, toucans, and howler monkeys. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the beautiful pool adjacent to your shaded "rancho" with a wet bar. Pick fresh bananas, papayas, and almonds from the garden. Dine and dance at nearby restaurants to complete your Costa Rica experience. Pura Vida!

El Delfin provides a luxurious boutique hotel experience combined with the comfort and convenience of a full home, including a kitchen. The modern villa is surrounded by a miniature tropical jungle, perfect for unwinding and escaping daily stresses.

### Details

- Approximately 1,600 square feet over two floors
- Two bedrooms located on the upper floor, each with a full bathroom
- Bedrooms feature private patios or sundecks with inviting daybeds
- Master bedroom includes 14-foot-high floor-to-ceiling double-sliding glass doors with sheer curtains framing stunning views  
- Wake up to tropical scenery accompanied by ocean waves, howler monkeys, and green parrots  
- Note: Bring a sleeping mask if you prefer to sleep late during daylight hours

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive use of the luxurious El Delfin villa. Shared amenities with the other three villas at Stef Surf include:

- Swimming pool  
- Jacuzzi tub (unheated)  
- Rancho with wet bar  
- Tropical gardens  
- Parking  

Additional services are available upon request, such as concierge, private chef, tours, daily housekeeping, fresh fish delivery, massage, babysitting, catering, airport shuttle, and car rental.

## Location

The villa is a two-minute walk from Potrero Beach (Playa Potrero), an ideal spot for families due to its typically calm waters. The beach is an environmentally protected turtle nesting area and is bordered by dry lowland and mangrove forests.

Stef Surf offers a tropical oasis close to the beach and local attractions. The rainy season brings heavy showers and a unique adventure under the tropical canopy, while the hot summer months make the air conditioning and shaded interiors especially welcome. The pool remains refreshing throughout the year.

## Amenities and Community

The neighborhood features a vibrant community with nearby restaurants, bars, and dancing venues. A comprehensive home manual is provided to help guests make the most of their stay and explore the area.

New homes are being developed nearby as more visitors discover this remarkable paradise.

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Our stay at Stef Surf El Delfin was amazing! It was a perfect place for my wife, our two kids (ages 10 and 12), and me. We had a great time at the beach, and the location made it easy to explore plenty of other fun adventures nearby. Francisco, the propertymanger, was especially helpful and took great care of us throughout our stay. He was always willing to help with anything we needed and made the experience even better. I definitely recommend communicating with Francisco in Spanish if you can—it makes the experience more fun, helps you connect with him, and makes getting around and finding the best local spots even easier. We made some great family memories here and would absolutely recommend Steph Surf El Delfin to other families looking for a relaxing beach stay with plenty of adventure nearby.

Great location to the beach and local food. Great space for the price. Host was very good with communication. Would stay here again

I don’t think this property is well suited for a couple and better suited for a group / family. It is large and we loved having laundry, and it felt safe. However, I definitely misunderstood the photo that we would have a small house that overlooked the pool. You can think of the property like a small compound with 4 townhomes on it and a shared pool. We could hear children from other guests crying in the adjacent homes. I felt a little deceived by the “entire place to yourself” designation even though it’s technically not wrong. There’s no toilet paper holders, no door to the bathroom in the main bedroom, and no towel racks in the main bathroom. Communication is through the on-site property manager, not the host, and has strict hours. WiFi connection was a puzzle with 3 networks and 2 passwords to mix and match. The beach is walking distance but there’s manure in the streets. Power went out on our last day which cut the A/C. For a couple, there’s better spots around for less.

We loved our stay here! Wonderful town and great location.

We loved staying here and it was really hard to leave!! The rooms were spacious and comfortable and the property itself is peaceful and relaxing. I loved my morning view from the master bedroom looking out to plants and flowers and birds. There is a quiet calm beach (playa Potrero right down the block that we would walk to every night and watch the beautiful sunsets! We also walked down to an amazing little coffee shop/breakfast/lunch place at the end of the block called Puro which we really loved the food and staff there ! (Grevin is awesome) there are also a bunch of restaurants you can walk to down the beach which was really nice. We drove to a beach about 10 minutes away called Playa Conchal which was simply beautiful. Turquoise waters and a shallow reef offshore for some grey snorkeling. My kids and I loved spending the day here!

Everything was as advertised. Very convenient to the beach, restaurants and grocery stores. The concierge and onsite workers are extremely helpful and responsive. We really enjoyed our stay.

Excellent area…close walk to beach and restaurants.

This was our second time stay at El Delfin, the first time we stayed was in 2019 and I was pleasantly surprised at how amazing the place was even after Covid! The home itself is comfy and you feel super safe there! Everything was clean and it was so nice to have the washer and dryer available! Will definitely come back! I highly recommend this place, short walk to the beach and short drive to other popular beaches. Can walk to several different delicious spots for dinner! Highly recommend el Diablito for tacos, La forketta was good, Perla’s had an amazing burger along with the shacks burger as well! Get the Cobb salad at the shack and buy the bread that a woman comes by to tables to sell, you won’t regret it! Go to Gracia mar vista for dinner and get the French onion soup! Also, don’t miss out on coco loco! Get the tacos and loaded fries from gritanga and breakfast from crape diem 2.0. Thank you to Diane, Francisco and Marling and other caretakers for giving us such a nice stay!

Thank you so much for staying with us again and for such a lovely review! We’re thrilled that El Delfín still felt like a comfortable, safe home away from home. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team and love that you enjoyed so many local favorites. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!

Amazing location and very responsive and helpful staff to answer all our questions and provide anything we asked for.

No words!! We had the best time! The grounds of this place is flat out amazing! We enjoyed the pool, the outdoor beds, the sounds of nature! It’s soooo close to the beach and it was super easy to walk to town. I highly recommend booking a golf cart and you can tour and see everything you want to see and experience without a car. We used a driver service to bring us to the house and it worked PERFECTLY. This was an A+++ accommodation and having Francisco on the property to help us was such a huge asset. Stay here for sure if you want to visit the lovely town of Potrero. I was here for 2 weeks and I cried when I left!

Stayed here with my mother and sister for a couple of days, we were sad when we had to check out. Definitely didn’t want to leave. There’s lots to do around the area and I recommend to go to the market that’s near the complex as the Merkado can be expensive.

A beautiful peaceful place near the beach! Would definitely book again. Great with quick responses and staff on site if needed. Met all our expectations and more!

Lovely home in A great location. The highlight for us was having the well-kept pool to swim in when we didn't want to cool off in the ocean. Thanks for a lovely stay.

The most beautiful thing is the bedroom that overlooks in the garden. You leave windows open and go to sleep with the sound of waves and wake up with the sound of birds. The beach is super close and was one of the best in the area. Only downside was that the pool area was pretty dirty and we did not use it at all. But we didn’t care much as the balcony and the beach compensate us for that

Enjoyed our stay.. Fransisco and wife were very kind and helpful

Wonderful property very close to the beach. The gardens are extraordinary and you feel like you're in a private jungle. The caretakers are wonderful and were very responsive to a few minor issues.

Really enjoyed our stay at Stef Surf. Two bedrooms great for two couples. We were a family of five- my sister slept on the bunk bed in the master bedroom with my parents. I would say overall the pictures match the actual accommodation, although the pictures make the exterior appear more private than in actuality. Stef surf is an apartment complex with shared outdoor amenities. It felt very private and there is 24-hr security for the building. Amenities were great- everything worked well. Very close to the beach in Potrero. Definitely need a car/scooter if you want to go elsewhere in Guanacaste. Overall great stay. Would recommend if you want a nice quiet space, close to a beach.

Stef Surf was the perfect beach hideaway for our family of 4. Fernando was the best and so responsive. Super close to the beach and walkable to many great fruit stands, coffee, cafes and a really good taco stand. Potero also is a great location close to Playa Flamingo Marina and other beach towns.

This was our first time in Potrero and the location was perfect. The walk to the beach was about 3 minutes with tons of restaurants and small stores nearby. A quick 10 minute drive to Playa Flamingo made the home a great “home base”. The house was clean, had all the amenities listed and the staff very friendly. Highly recommend!

Our unit was as pictured -- very spacious and well appointed. The only surprise was no shampoo or soap in the showers (maybe I should have packed that?). The concierge and building super were both very responsive and helpful. Location was ideal (a very short walk to the beach) but you definitely need a car to get around for groceries and restaurants. The beds are on the firmer side (except for the twin mattresses). Overall a very comfortable experience and the pool was excellent. We barely saw any of the other guests; felt very private. Highly recommend!

What a great stay.  Easy to find. 2 roads away from a busy strip with popular restaurants. Walk to the beach in 2 minutes. Felt safe and comfortable.

The location is very good, the staff is attentive and very helpful, the house is very nice, the stairs are a little complicated for the elderly

La ubicación muy buena el personal atento y muy servicial la casa muy linda, las escaleras están bien peor un poco complicadas para adulto mayor

Hi, Xiomara! Thank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed staying with us and also our stair case is spiral.

Place was great! Me and my wife had a great time and were happy to find this place available for the dates we needed them.  Getting there was a little tricky as believe some of the direction apps we used only got us within a couple houses of the actual location.

We enjoyed our time at Stef Surf, Francisco was super helpful and kind. Lots to do in the area and the pool was wonderful to use when not at the beach.

We had a very pleasant stay at Stef Surf! Lots to do in the area and walkable to restaurants and the beach.

We loved our stay at Stef Surf.  We were greeted immediately upon arrival.  Francisco carried our bags and walked us through the property providing directions on how to get on and off the property and how everything worked.  He was wonderful.  The place was super relaxing and close to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.

This is a great spot in Potrero to be right in the middle of it all and be within drivable distance to a lot of local attractions. It is within driving distance of local bars, restaurants & less than 5 minute walk to the beach! This place felt very safe and even though it is a shared condo space with 3 other tenants, it feels very private. Large living room, large first floor patio with hammocks, large kitchen, spacious bathrooms, great master bedroom design, large master bedroom balcony with seating, a 2nd bedroom balcony as well, large 2nd bathroom. Was a great spot! We did not partake in the shared pool & the hot tub was not hot...it was just normal temperature pool water but it seemed to be very private and secluded as well. Our host/facility service was very responsive and friendly! If you are looking for a beach view, this is not really that place. But if you are looking for some privacy and a great spot to be near a lot of venues, then this is it!

The four of us had a great time and really enjoyed the property. In the mornings, we woke up to the sounds of howler monkeys and parrots etc, which really set the mood.

My husband and I both wanted to stay - such a welcoming and wonderful place - great kitchen and hosts!!!

This is a wonderful place. Very quiet and peaceful in the garden. Within a 5 min walk to the beach. Lots of restaurants within a 10 min walk. The caretakers are very responsive and helpful. Overall great value for the place!

A lovely place with beautiful beach perfect for young kids  walking distance. The on-site staff and assistance was greatly appreciated!

We had wonderful family vacation and our 5 yr old daughter absolutely loved the area and condo as we did!  The beach is so easy to access and the local restaurants are so close.  We hope to come back again soon and bring more family. Francisco and Lis were also so wonderful! Thanks again for this great family vacation spot.

The positive are that this place is very secure and made us feel safe.  The wildlife surrounding us and the walkability to the beach was incredible!  Also really loved having a full sized washer & dryer on site and being able to prepare some meals to save on eating out so much was really handy!  There’s many pros at this places but a couple of other little things like it could use a bit of attention like a good clean and unfortunately the hot tub wasn’t working when we arrived and Francisco said he was going to try to fix it, but that didn’t happen during our stay.  So we left a day early to be able to enjoy a pool & hot tub before we had to leave Costa Rica.  Pura Vida!

We really enjoyed our stay! Great location we loved walking to the beach every day and the quick access to restaurants and markets. You got the best of both the beach and jungle atmosphere. Francisco was extremely accommodating and we really enjoyed having him around. The house was wonderful. If we could add in any suggestions for future guests with children, I’d definitely recommend requesting more bedding. The bedding was very minimal. The pool was fantastic and we took full advantage of it on our down time.

We had a great stay - amazing view from the master bedroom.  Close to restaurants and the beach.

Mark, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

Stef Surf El Delfin was so perfect for our stay with our two girls (3 and 8). The pool was perfect and shaded between adventures and the location was perfect. Francisco (the property caretaker) was so nice, responsive and helpful. In the mornings, the balcony is perfect for listening to the animals while drinking a cup of coffee. Pura vida! We would definitely stay again!

Travis, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

The place was perfect, great location, great property, beautiful garden, fresh bananas hanging near the pool read to eat. The house had everything we needed and was super comfortable. We have a 3 year old, so we had to be careful with the spiral staircase, because it is steep and difficult for a toddler to navigate, but we just blocked the entrance with the pack n play., and presto, hazard avoided. The appliances were wonderful, everything was very relaxing and very quiet. We loved it. Francisco was wonderful to speak with, he gave us some great recommendations on beaches to visit - everything was terrific. It was nice to have a little outdoor area to ourselves to leave all of our sandy beach things (life vests, goggles, shoes) so we did not track that into the clean house. The house had a few very handy surprises, coolers, portable beach chairs, we we definitely made use of. No negatives, all wonderful!

Joann, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

Nice, modern unit with a shared pool and excellent caretaker. Location is excellent. Potrero still feels like a bit of a hidden gem. You must go to the gelato place (by car, 5 min) in Potrero.

Houston, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

This home was a great stay. It is so convenient to the beach with chairs and coolers provided. The neighborhood and home feel very safe. The interior is super comfortable and it is relaxing to just look out at the trees from the bedroom. The courtyard pool is like a little oasis and is so lovely and the pool was a great temperature.

Gwynn, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

Just wow! We stayed 5 nights and wanted to stay longer. Beautiful place and amazing staff — 10 out of 10, highly recommend!

Our family really enjoyed our time here. The grounds around the house were beautiful and there is a lot to do in the surrounding area. The host was very communicative and friendly.

Adam, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

Great place to stay if exploring the beaches on west side if Costa Rica. Northern road to get to the property coming from Liberia is dirt road and can flood if raining. Southern road is paved and definitely recommended. Market in town is super over priced for groceries but does have a good selection.

We had a great stay! The location is perfect - just a few minutes walk to the quiet beach, very short drive to bars, coffee shop, grocery store, and restaurants (or walk). Also within 10-30 minutes of other beach areas if you’re down to explore (Playa Flamingo, Las Catalinas, Brasilito, Tamarindo, etc.). The home itself is very clean and spacious. Master bedroom has really high ceilings and windows overlooking the porch and lush interior gardens. Coolers and beach chairs came in super handy for beach trips. The pool is also great and feels very secluded. Cyrene and Francisco were very responsive and helpful throughout our stay. Definitely recommend this home and the Surfside/Potrero Beach area in general!

The house was nice and clean. Plenty of space for our group. We enjoyed the balconies and pool area a lot. The house was a short walk to restaurants in town and only a couple minute walk to the beach.

We enjoyed our stay so much. The Costa Rica vibe was lovely. The hammocks, pool, waking up to a huge window of lush tropical plants, Francisco and Marlin, the iguanas, proximity to the beach, and great restaurants! Pura Vida!

Hi, Breeya! We are glad that you had a wonderful vacation. Thank you for this review, you are welcome to come back!

We had an amazing and relaxing stay at Stef surf. The house was spacious and the kitchen had everything we needed. Francisco was always around to answer questions. Our days mainly consisted of eat, swim in the ocean, swim in the pool, eat, repeat. The ocean was literally a three minute walk. We saw monkeys hanging from the trees, and heard the howler monkeys in the morning. Make sure to check out the sailing club in Potrero where you can rent Paddle boards, kayaks, and sailboats.  This was one of the best vacations we have had and the house made it so easy. Highly recommend and hope to return in the future.

Nancy, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

Less than a five minute walk to Potrero beach, this town house was perfect for our stay. We are a family of four taking our first (and not last) trip to Costa Ricar. We rented a car for the week (look out for insurance scams btw. Bring a copy of your credit card insurance to avoid) and took an hour and one half ride through the beautiful countryside to arrive at the town. Fun fact, you won't be going faster than 50 mph at any time in this area. Francisco, the caretaker, was very attentive. After checking us in, he meticulously walked us through the airbnb and pointed out a few last minute changes he needed to make for our comfort. The airbnb came as advertised, sitting in a developing part of town with other developed and developing lots. Looks like many of the local homes are owned by Americans who have either relocated here or lease out via Airbnb. Francisco also asked us about our plans and described all the great places around us we should check out. We unloaded our things and headed out to do some food shopping. You can walk all of five minutes to the local Wendy's (what Costa Ricans call their local groceries). There we picked up most of what we needed for breakfast for the week. I can't say enough good things about the area we were in. Potrero beach is the closest walk and also the most sparsely visited as it has the darkest sand. This works out great for the days you want a little more space or when you want to take that perfect sunset picture. There were also about five more beautiful beaches close by that we enjoyed. The one I'll note is Flamingo beach, the busiest one (comparatively speaking for Costa Rica, NOT for US locations), where you can pay locals for a beach massage, freshly cut coconut, or even have service brought to you at the beach from the local restaurant (starts at noon). The local restaurants are great for families. They had everything from "Comida typical" (typical American food) to Italian, seafood, and local fare. The food was all fresh and tasty. In fact the chicken parm sandwich I had at The Shack was probably the best I've had since my days in Boston. I recommend checking out a new place daily as they were all amazing. Finally, I would recommend reaching out to Lis for excursions. We did everything from surfing and horseback riding on the beach, to visiting a waterfall and local animals at the national park. Lis was fantastic at setting everything we wanted to do up for us. As I stated before, I can't recommend this place enough for your next family trip.

I cannot say enough good things about our time in Delfín. Our family of three stayed one month in the condo, and enjoyed every second. We would move in full-time if we could! I'll try to not repeat a lot of what others have said, but after a month at this property, these are things I'll note: PROS -- 1) The grounds are simply gorgeous/well-kept, and the condo is lovely. You'll definitely see a plethora of land crabs, Central American toads, song birds, white-striped squirrels, and lizards of all types. We even got a visit from about 20 howler monkeys, right down the street. Plus, you can hear the ocean surf when you are outside. 2) A/C, wifi, and TV worked well throughout our stay (incuding to do conference/video calls). Sometimes a bit of lag, but only if all three of us were trying to do something on wifi all at once. 3) The kitchen is extremely well equipped for a longterm stay. We didn't want for anything. 4-10) Francisco, Marling, and Mario are all amazing. We got to know the family well, and even did dinner all together (the most fun we had the whole trip!) We were expecting a tropical storm, so I pitched in to help with filling sandbags with Mario, and we enjoyed practicing English/Spanish together. They are truly just such a joy to be around, and I am amazed at how they keep the gardens and pool together so well. Francisco was also extremely responsive if we needed something done in the condo, or had a question. JUST FYIs (these are NOT really cons, just notes) -- 1) The washer and dryer work very well and are full-sized. Sometimes we had to run the dryer for part of a second cycle, because it was rainy season so we had to make sure things were 100% dry (especially towels) or else they'd mildew overnight. That's just rainy season for you! 2) The property backs up to a marshy lot, so bugs are plentiful during rainy season if you are sitting outside. This is not a complaint, because what else do you expect during rainy season in CR? It's just an FYI. "OFF" did the trick for us, just fine. 3) The bedrooms and bathrooms are ALL upstairs. Just an FYI if you have mobility limitations. 4) We did not have an issue with water pressure in either bathroom, as mentioned by others. Perhaps it was fixed before our arrival, or maybe we just don't have the same expectations. But they are rain-style shower heads, so that's just how they work. 5) There is A LOT of construction on Calle Pina and Calle Oliva. Many houses going up right now. This means a bit of noise during the days, and also the howlers have been more scarce due to all of the activity. Nothing to be done about it, and it's a temporary issue, but just good to know. You are in a small town, not the rainforest. Expect noise and activity around you. SURFSIDE NOTES -- 1) Best community in CR if you ask me. Small, wonderful people, welcoming, eclectic, not overrun by tourism like nearby towns (let's hope it stays that way now that the new Flamingo marina is open). We loved it so much, we engaged a real estate agent to discuss buying property in Surfside or Potrero proper. 2) You can walk anywhere, but a golf cart is nice and easy to get. We got an electric one from Flamingo and loved not having to use gas! We were able to charge easily at the condo. This allowed us to get as far south as Brasilito and as far north as Las Catalinas. Beyond that, we got a driver. Except the main roads, all roads are dirt and muddy/rutty at times. You do not want to do much without a 4x4 (and in rainy season, even some main roads are hard, if not impossible, to pass due to river flooding) 3) We joined the Costa Rica Sailing Center for the month. Well worth it for community, youth sailing club, summer camps, paddle boards/kayaks/boogie boards/etc rentals. Justin, Erica, and the rest of the crew are amazing and helpful. 4) Our favorite places to eat/drink in Surfside were within an easy walk: Chillaxin (next to Super Wendy), La Forketta (pizza I'd eat every day even back home), Nita's for sandwiches/coffee, La Gritanga for amazing Nicaraguan tacos/burritos and yuca fries, Potrero Brewing Co. 5) A little further out/golf cart helpful: Estero Azul (easily our group's favorite overall -- and perfect for sunset dinners), La Jama, Sol y Mar, The Surf Box, Soda Marcell (especially breakfast), Pizzeterria (for a lovely patio and wet-style pizza) 6) I never felt unsafe in Potrero area -- even as a female alone at times. Of course I took usual precautions, but I want to make it clear that from walking alongside main roads day and night, or being at home at night, etc. there was not one time the entire month I had even a fleeting thought of discomfort. Some people (all gringo males actually) would comment to me about being careful, etc., and acted like being a lone female was a bad idea. After speaking with several tica and gringo females who lived permanently in the area, not one of them felt there was an issue. Don't buy into the strange notion that there's something to worry about, beyond the very usual "crimes of convenience" that happen in my own neighborhood in the US. Be sensible. Lock doors, don't keep things in your vehicles, and remain alert. And know you are in one of the most incredible communities on Earth! AWESOME DAY TRIPS: 1) Buena Vista at Volcán Rincón de la Vieja (the adventure pass includes all the fun plus a delicious lunch and hot springs) 2) Volcáns Tenorio and Miravalles are gorgeous, have great waterfalls, are closer than Arenal, and there's the incredible Sloths Sanctuary where you get super

A beautiful place! 5 minute walk to the beach, close to shopping and restaurants. The views are amazing and the check in was easy.

Comfortable condo w/ a shared pool in a pretty hip beach town. The condo is walking distance from the beach, local eats, an awesome brewery, and coffee shops.

Quite, relaxing and secure! Francisco & lis we’re very helpful and accommodating!

We really enjoyed our stay and the Villa was everything it looked on the photos - The hoist was VERY responsive and even let us stay the extra night at same rate when I realised we had screwed up our Check out date !! Take bug spray as the mosquitos do bite at night and the beach was good but more volcanic sand than white sandy beaches ( but the host cannot do anything about these) and if you have a car there are lovely beaches very close by - overall a great trip !!

Amazing space and stay. Fit 5 adults comfortably, and everything including beach, market, restaurants and bars were within walking distance.  Francisco and Marling were great and helped us with everything we needed. Lis was also very informative and helped us find taxi service as well as delicious food in the area!

This place is fantastic! Great location, beautiful house, spacious and clean. Loved all the places to relax outside and the pool. It was so nice to have a washer/dryer and dishwasher. The beach is incredibly close- 3 minute walk and it was beautiful and not crowded. There are a couple really good restaurants on the beach as well. Francisco was also great and Lis was helpful in finding a place to get a Covid test. Definitely hope to come back!!

Location is great. The beach is a short 3 minute walk and you can walk to downtown Portrero from the beach in less than 10 minutes. There are many great restaurants and a small grocery store that has most essentials. The family who manages the maintenance and housekeeping are very helpful and responsive. The water pressure in both bathroom showers is not adequate. However, the faucets in those same bathrooms have sufficient pressure. The bed was very uncomfortable. We even tried the second bed which wasn’t much better. We also had an unfortunate experience with the washing machine. The maintenance notified us that it was not working when we arrived. We wrote the host who was aware of the situation but did not inform us before our arrival. Costa Rica is a beautiful country and there are many options for accommodations. This one does not provide the luxury stay that it promises.

Having a car will be helpful. Potrero has a several eating options and a big beautiful beach but there are other gorgeous beaches to explore like playa flamingo, Brasilito and Tamarindo. Tamarindo has alot more shops and bustling town. Food, grocery store and beach are within walking distance, so if you plan to just stay close, no car is needed. They have all the small details available like coffee filters, seasoning, shampoo/conditioner, coolers and snorkeling items.

This is a wonderful property with an excellent location. The town nearby has everything you would want including excellent restaurants and the beaches are superb. There are a few up-keeping items that need addressing including no washing machine and we have alerted the owner. All in all, a delightful place.

Had an amazing visit and staff was helpful ! Would definitely recommend

We loved our time at El Delfin at Stef Surf. The unit was clean and well taken care of. The caretaker, Francisco, was friendly and available if we needed anything. The kitchen has all of the necessary items and we enjoyed the using panini maker! We inquired about a cooler before our arrival and they made sure they had one available for us! The unit has numerous outdoor seating areas that are quiet comfortable. The lush and shaded pool area is perfect for relief from the afternoon sun and heat after spending mornings at the beach. Communication with the owner and the caretaker was easy and we always got prompt responses. The location was fantastic - a 2 minute walk to Playa Potrero beach (beautiful sunsets every night) and a short walk down the beach to restaurants and other amenities. The unit is just outside of the town center in a small and quiet residential area. Easy parking right outside the unit and it is near numerous other fantastic beaches including Flamingo and Conchal. We also really enjoyed Playa Penca. We really enjoyed Potrero as well. It is a small, quiet beach town that has vibrant but low key energy. There were numerous restaurants to choose from in Potero and the surrounding beach towns. Potrero itself also has a fresh fruits and vegetable market, two grocery stores and a coffee shop (and more) but isn't as large and busy as Tamarindo (which is only a 30 minute drive away). It was the perfect energy for us. We would stay here again and would recommend it to others without hesitation.

Really enjoyed our stay at El Delfin, it suited our needs perfectly and Potrero was a great place to live for a week. At the time of our stay there was a recent issue with the washing machine, but they were working on getting it repaired and the property management offered laundry services to us if required. Communication was pretty good with the concierge and property staff and both were all in all very pleasant people to deal with. Easy access to restaurants and grocery's, and surrounded by great beaches. I would highly recommend this place.

Really great shared property with a nicely sized private pool that is rarely used by all the unit tenants. Very good amount of space and reasonably equipped home. We did have some issues with the plumbing and the washer being broken before we arrived. We would have appreciated notice about these issues before arriving, but Francisco did his best to fix things and offer alternative solutions. We used WhatsApp and Google Translate to communicate back and forth, which was helpful. Lis the concierge was also fantastic at offering suggestions for outfits to book trips with. It was very lovely to be so close to the beach, which we visited daily.

El Delfin at Stef Surf is a fabulous little vacation spot. The grounds are abundantly green and beautifully maintained and the villa itself was well appointed and easy living. The beach is a couple minutes away and was not crowded when we visited mid-December. We particularly liked the peaceful neighborhood at night, no endless dog-barking which can be a problem in some places. The kitchen has everything you need to cook fancy or simple meals and we rarely ate out. The grounds and pool were especially delightful since only four villas share the area. Francisco is your person of contact and he’s very caring and attentive to make sure your stay is the best it can be. Pura Vida!

A fantastic place! AMAZING! We hope to come back someday! Francisco and Cyrene are super friendly!!

Un lugar fantástico! INCREIBLE! Esperamos volver algún día! Francisco y Cyrene super amables!!

Loved everything about this spot! And our host Francisco was amazing

My husband and I stayed at El Delfin with 3 of our friends and we were not disappointed. The property is absolutely beautiful with a lot of privacy. Not to mention Playa Potrero is such a lovely town! You are a 2 minute walk to the beach with shops and restaurants that are walkable distance from Delfin. I highly, highly recommend staying here! Everyone was so incredibly helpful in the process of getting there and finding a place to get our COVID tests. Not only that, but anytime we had questions or needed tours booked Lis and Fernando were on top of it. Absolutely loved out stay here and look forward to coming back:)

We had a wonderful honeymoon stay at Stef Surf. The house was beautiful and comfortable and amenities like air conditioning and washer/dryer were clutch. We were happy to have experienced staying in Potrero rather than a resort, or larger, more touristy town. Truly the quickest walk ever to a practically empty beach. Beautiful sunsets. Would definitely recommend!

the house was great. property was clean and felt safe. i suggest renting a car or a golf cart. Lis the concierge did an amazing job helping us plan activities and travel. the groundskeeper francisco was very sweet and helpful. it was a very nice and relaxing experience.

Ciara, we're so glad to know that you had an amazing vacation. Thank you for this wonderful review. We'd be happy to host you again!

We had a great time at Stef Surf. The house had everything we needed and much more we weren’t expecting. We loved the laid-back atmosphere of the area but also loved that it was in walking distance to a few restaurants.

We stayed at Stef Surf – El Delfin from June 7 – 13, 2021. We enjoyed that the villa had a modern vibe and was very close to Potrero beach which was low key and sparsely populated. The villa was quiet in the evenings and the check-in process was easy. Communication leading up to our vacation was clear and helpful. The villa was also very clean and we enjoyed the outdoor patio / balcony areas and hammocks. In the interest of providing an honest, unbiased review, we wanted to note the additional feedback: • The bed mattress was very firm (not our preference, but could be fine for others). There is bright light early in the morning and sheer curtains, so would recommend bringing sleep masks. There was noise in the mornings periodically, so if you're a light sleeper, earplugs might be good. • The shower water pressure was fairly low and the temperature fluctuated. • There were items in the Airbnb listing noted as available, but were not, like oil, salt & pepper, shampoo, and first aid kit. Plan to bring or purchase your own basics like paper towels, coffee filters, cream or milk & sugar for coffee if desired. • Francisco, the property manager was very nice and always available, but he does not speak much English, so there was a bit of a language barrier.

Amazing! Super close to the beach. Private villas. Loved the location.

Very charming place, perfect if you want to relax and stay away from big crowds. Potrero beach is less than a block away, it's never crowded, and it offers beautiful sunsets. Beware, this place is secluded, not really a hot tourist area, perfect to stay away from big crowds.

We're glad that you had a great time. You are always welcome to come back and stay again at Stef Surf! Pura vida!

Everything was excellent, the apartment was impeccable, the area super safe and excellent location, very close to many beaches. Francisco's service was excellent

Todo estuvo excelente, el apartamento estaba impecable, la zona super segura y excelente ubicación, muy cerca de muchas playas. El servicio de Francisco fue excelente

This place was amazing super clean great pool in lush tropical gardens and super friendly local staff helped us find everything we need. Excellent host and loved every second of our stay in the Villa

Thank you Mason for this wonderful review! Know that you, your family and friends are welcome to stay here for your future Potrero vacations!

We had a really wonderful stay at stefsurf. Having seen the pictures and read the reviews we had high expectations and honestly they were exceeded. The hosts were super helpful and responsive to our questions prior to arriving and check in was easy. Portrero beach is a short walk away but we spent most of our time at playa penca five minutes drive away. It's also beside a really excellent breakfast/lunch spot. Tamarindo is an hour drive down the coast and is much more touristy but good for surfing. There were some other guests at the other three condos but we hardly crossed them and felt like we were on our own for the most part. All in all, loved our trip here and highly recommend staying at stefsurf.

It's been our pleasure, Liv. You know that you are welcome to come back! Until your next vacation! Pura vida!

Very nice house with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. The surroundings are gorgeous, and the shared swimming pool is really nice and was never busy (it's only shared by 4 units). There are lots of gorgeous beaches (with great sunsets!) and many good restaurants that are only a short drive away. The kitchen is well equipped for all your cooking needs. The caretakers Francisco and Marling are fantastic and ready to answer any questions and solve any issues that may come up. Overall a great place to stay!

Absolutely gorgeous and enclosed place right next to the beach !

Thank you for staying, Michael! We've happy that loved it here! You are welcome to come back and stay again at our house! Thank you!

literally 30 second walk to beach!! loved this place- pool felt private. second bedroom is much smaller than master bedroom. great host and would stay again

Thank you for staying, Elena! We'd love to host again! Let us know if you have future plans of staying again at our place! Thanks!

This was a great place. We enjoyed our stay and will likely return.

This was the perfect haven in Guanacaste! Just a short 5 minute walk from the beach and close to everything, this beautiful home was perfect for our family of three.

The house is beautiful! It has EVERYTHING you need and more, very special stay there! Just take into account that on the first floor there are no bathrooms, that it only has 2 rooms and that the extra bed is more or less like a bunk bed. The views and nature are all around but if you need darkness to sleep you have to take into account that there are no dark curtains in the rooms or in the living/dining room. But taking into account those details, it is a nice, quiet, cozy place, we had a very nice time, Potrero beach is ideal to enjoy with children and there are many nearby beaches to know and enjoy!

La casa es preciosa! Tiene TODO lo necesario y más, muy especial la estadía allí! Nada más tomar en cuenta que en el primer piso no hay baños, que solo tiene 2 habitaciones y que la cama extra es más o menos tipo litera. Las vistas y la naturaleza están en todo alrededor pero si usted necesita oscuridad para dormir hay que tomar en cuenta que no hay cortinas oscuras en las habitaciones ni en la sala/comedor. Pero tomando en cuenta esos detalles es un lugar lindo, tranquilo, acogedor, pasamos muy lindo, playa Potrero es ideal para disfrutar con niños y hay muchas playas cercanas que conocer y disfrutar!

The house has everything you need and a very good location

La casa tiene todo lo necesario y una ubicación muy buena

Hola Isidro! Estamos felices de que hayas amado nuestro lugar. Quédate con nosotros otra vez! Pura vida!

Great location, comfortable house, well-equipped. Local caretakers are excellent.

We had a great time at your place in Potrero. It is perfectly located, super near to Penca and Flamingo as well. The pool is super relaxing and its ambiance is full of green and freshness. This house furniture has a perfect match with the rest of the place and there are a lot of spots to relax and rest.

Thanks so much, Ariana! We are so glad that you enjoyed your time at our place.  You are welcome to stay again!

The house was very clean, it is spacious, the kitchen has everything and there were also toys  and extra things that make it very special.  Francisco was always available and very friendly. Excellent communication with Cyrene. She was very quick to respond and was available for any questions.

La casa estaba muy limpia, es espaciosa, la cocina tiene de todo y además había juguetes  y cosas extras que la hacen muy especial.  Francisco siempre estaba disponible y muy amable. La comunicación con Cyrene excelente. Contestaba muy rápido y estaba para cualquier duda.

Gracias, Susan! Estamos felices de que hayas amado nuestro lugar. ¡Eres bienvenido a quedarte de nuevo!

Moderately private place with jungle decor that gives the feeling of being in an oasis! Beautiful beach nearby!

Endroit plutôt privé avec un décor de jungle qui donne un impression d’être dans un oasis ! Superbe plage à proximité!

Excellent location with only 4 villas with pool and hot tub and cabana. Private and quiet.  CLEAN!  Onsite staff and owner exceptional and responsive.  5 minute walk to the beach for sunset evening.  Good surf side restaurants within walking distance.

Thanks so much, Pandora! We are so glad that you enjoyed your time with us. This is our little sanctuary and private nature reserve. Come stay with us again soon!

This Airbnb was fully stocked and curated to provide us with a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The kitchen truly has everything we could possibly need (including a blender) which made us feel right at home. Marling and Francisco were hospitable and friendly when we needed them, but we also felt we had complete privacy on the many patios etc. when we wanted it. I would strongly recommend this Airbnb to any couples or family. Thank you for having us!

Nate, so glad you enjoyed your time here! Thank you for your strong recommendation. We do try to make this a comfortable home for all our guests where you can relax and unwind. Come visit us again soon! - JoEllen

Amazing vacation spot. Pool area is great, the place has all the amenities you need for short or long stays. We opted to get two meals cooked in our kitchen by a local chef which was delicious and very affordable. They also provided many recommendations for things to do and helped set up a car rental as well as other activities. Highly recommend this place!

Ryan, thanks for sharing your experience. We do highly recommend indulging in a chef! She is fantastic. Glad that you had a good time and assistance with everything you needed. Thanks for your recommendation! Come visit us again soon! - JoEllen

Oh my goodness. Where do I begin. This is super host extraordinaries! From the beginning, Cyrene, was an excellent communicator. Quick responses and extremely resourceful. They provided a welcome book and email with so many tips and things to do in the Area. And let me not get started on the villa- sparkling clean!!!! Oh my gosh, Every detail was EXACTLY like pictures!!! So beautiful. This is one heck of a gem. Unfortunately, my trip got cut short due to an emergency at home, so I only got to enjoy the place for one day before returning back to the states. But I would recommend this to anyone! Great great price and amazing hosts. Francisco and marlin are the housekeepers and they live on site so you feel safe . The house just took my breath away at how CLEAN it is!!! Five star Airbnb . Must stay here!  Oh and definitely go down to the beach. On my way out of my short trip, I got a glimpse of the beach right next to the house. I wanted to cry!! It was so beautiful!! Lovely location and you still feel like you’re with the locals. So much space to read and lounges. I stayed in El Delfin! Beautiful villa. Not a problem in site. FIVE star recommendation and I am an extremely picky traveler.

Irene, please come back and enjoy your vacation with us soon. Thanks for your high recommendations and attention to detail. We do love our place and try to keep it tip-top for all our guests. Safe travels to you and your family. - JoEllen

If your are looking for a luxury stay in a lush tropical environment don’t look any further! Everything is in walking distance: beach, restaurants, supermarket. It’s even better than on the pictures. Very spacious and stylish with fully equipped kitchen. Also very nice and friendly communication with housekeeper, management and owner. We would definitely stay again or recommend to friends!

The place was very thoughtfully put together. It had everything you needed and the on site property person was very nice. The place was spacious and was very comfortable. The furniture and specifically the comfortable beds were great. Two things that may bother guests: 1. There was construction right across the street, so 7am every morning be prepared. 2. The downstairs only has sheer curtains, so you're in a bit of a fishbowl. Also because this unit is by the main gate, whenever someone comes in or out the automatic light can be scene flickering on and off and others walking by.

Hi, Diane! We appreciate your comment and suggestions.  Rest assured that we have spoken to the work crew at the construction site and anticipate peace again soon. Regarding the lights, it will be adjusted as part of our upkeep and improvements.  Thank you also for letting us know about the curtains. This is the first time someone has commented about this but we will adjust accordingly and ensure a zen experience for everyone. Thank you, this really helps us. Please feel free to contact us should you plan to go back here at Costa Rica! Pura Vida!

The house is great, superclean, well equipped and in great condition. The caretakers Francisco and his wife were so friendly and relaxed. Property feels supersafe and location could not be better. 5 min walk to the beach with plenty of great restaurant options. Nice french bakery above the supermarket just around the corner. Really liked the extensive info we got with tips and suggestions. Our only gripe was the fact that just across the street a new house is under construction. Work started at 05:30 every morning and it was very loud. By the look of it it will take some more weeks to complete. Can’t blame anyone for it though and at least it made us get up early and enjoy empty beaches...

Hi, Guido! We're very pleased to have you. It's great to hear that you all enjoyed your stay and that you took advantage your early morning alarm caused by the construction nearby. Hope to host you again! :)

Definitely the best Airbnb property I’ve ever seen! It’s easy to find and close to all the local restaurants and beaches. The pool area is stunning as is the inside of the villa. It was super clean and spacious. We were surprised at fully stocked kitchen supplies and beach items! Francisco and his wife were wonderful to us. I only wish we stayed at this villa longer!!

I cannot rave enough about this place! What an incredible house, insanely gorgeous grounds, amazing pool, comfortable, best location, best people (Francisco and his family) - our kids love Toby the dog! Our only regret is that we didn’t stay longer! We are down in Nosara now which is gorgeous but we literally can’t stop talking about how we just wish we would have stayed at a Stef Surf our whole trip! The view from the main bedroom to wake up to, the balconies, the bathrooms - everything. Amazing!!!

Lis was great with communication, property is beautiful, care takers are friendly and helpful. The condo was super. Kitchen is well equipped for meals at home and many local restaurants. Condo is Spacious with lots of outside areas, lovely greenery for wildlife. Also a perfect location for exploring the town and other beaches.

Great place for relaxing vacation in Costa Rica. Highly recommend!

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful tropical home. The home was clean and had all necessary amenities. Great to have air conditioning in all the rooms. Pool and garden areas were beautiful and well maintained. Home is walking distance to all the restaurants and beach. Staff was friendly and helpful.

StefSurf was all that we imagined it would be! Minutes to the beach, great local restaurants, clean, and top notch hospitality! JoEllen’s recommendations were spot on, and we’re glad we went to the local restaurants she mentioned! Will definitely stay at StefSurf if and when we are in Costa Rica again!

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