Casa Mandel - 3 minute walk to beach & town; bright, newly renovated 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath townhouse comfortably sleeps 6 Main floor open concept with fully equipped kitchen, AC, dining table seats 6; LR w/new couch, smart TV, 1/2 bath; outdoor patio w/table & chairs 2 bedrooms on next level, each w/Queen bed, private bathroom, AC & balcony 3rd fl. Master suite - King bed, ensuite shower/tub, TV, & balcony facing garden & pool Washer/dryer for private use Gated community with 24/7 security The space The last thing Ellen and Steve thought when they enjoyed their 1st vacation in Costa Rica in Dec. 2016, was that they would become the owners of a house in Tamarindo. These lifelong New Yorkers, who have traveled the world, simply fell in love with this amazing beach-side town; a special place where you can enjoy doing literally everything, or nothing at all. They lovingly renovated this home away from home, and now offer it to you to enjoy. Guest access Our house is your house. In addition to the entire property, you will be able to enjoy the private patio off the kitchen with a table & chairs, two balconies with beautiful views, as well as all the common areas on the premises, including the pool with surrounding lounge chairs. Other things to note Housekeeping services are included before and after your stay, and are available during your stay at an additional low cost. We supply all linens and towels needed for your stay. The unit has a washer and dryer for your personal use, free of charge. Wi-Fi and cable are also included free of charge.

## Overview

Casa Mandel is a bright, newly renovated townhouse located just a three-minute walk from both the beach and town. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home comfortably accommodates up to six guests.

## The Space

The main floor features an open-concept layout with a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, and a dining table that seats six. The living room includes a new couch, a smart TV, and a half bathroom. Step outside to a private patio furnished with a table and chairs.

On the second level, there are two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, a private bathroom, air conditioning, and a balcony.

The third floor houses the master suite, which offers a king bed, an ensuite bathroom with a shower and tub, a TV, and a balcony overlooking the garden and pool.

Additional amenities include a washer and dryer for private use.

## Community and Security

Casa Mandel is situated within a gated community that provides 24/7 security for peace of mind.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire property, including the private patio off the kitchen, two balconies with scenic views, and all shared amenities such as the pool area with lounge chairs.

## Additional Information

Housekeeping services are included before and after your stay. Additional cleaning during your visit is available at a reasonable extra cost. All linens and towels are provided for your convenience.

The unit also offers complimentary Wi-Fi and cable television. The washer and dryer are available for guest use free of charge.

## Background

Owners Ellen and Steve, lifelong New Yorkers and seasoned travelers, fell in love with Tamarindo during their first visit in December 2016. Captivated by this vibrant beachside town, they renovated this home away from home with care and now invite you to enjoy it as your own.

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3BR townhouse in Tamarindo

Villa Verde 1, Unit 9 -3 Bed, 3.5 Bath Townhouse - Townhouses for Rent in Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Very grateful for the beautiful space we had for 5 days. Very cozy, they solved a couple of things we had in the house, very attentive in responding quickly, lots of utensils in the kitchen that make the family trip much easier. Everything is very nice, we are very happy and grateful.

Muy agradecidos por el espacio tan bonito que tuvimos por 5 días. Muy acogedor, nos resolvieron un par de cosas que tuvimos en la casa, muy atentos en responder rápidamente, muchas utensilios en la cocina que facilitan mucho el viaje en familia. Todo muy bonito, estamos muy contentos y agradecidos.

Location was great very close to the beach and all amenities.

We stayed for a month at Ellen’s place and it was perfect! Comfortable for 3 adults and 2 children. The main living area on the first floor is cozy but the bedrooms upstairs are spacious and comfortable. The place felt safe, secure, and was walkable to everything in town. The kids used the lovely pool every afternoon. I worked most days in the apartment and the WiFi worked great. The washer and dryer came in super handy and worked well. The kitchen was fairly well equipped for cooking and dining in. Parking was available around the exterior of the building. Overall we enjoyed our stay and would recommend!

A bit unreliable access to water - especially in the upstairs areas but it wasn't due to the listing but more so in Costa Rica :)

Lite otillförlitlig tillgång till vatten - speciellt på övervåningarna men det berodde inte på boendet utan mer på att det kan vara så i Costa Rica :)

I'm sorry that the water supply in Costa Rica can be unreliable. We will be installing a water tank on our property to help make the supply to our home better.

Place is fine but fairly run down. The bathrooms had broken shower head and one didn’t have hot water. In general the place appears worn with wear and tear visible everywhere. Ultimately tamarindo is expensive and this may just be what you get at this price point.

The airbnb was clean with ceiling fans and a/c. It was tended by a husband wife team that really cared for the unit. Unit was centrally located to beach, shopping and restaurants - walkable The pool was a jem too! Lush vegetation surrounded it. And fortunate to use everyday

The unit is close to everything. Grocery store is just a short walk, the beach a short walk and lots of restaurants to pick from. Every evening we had margaritas on the beach watching the beautiful sunset. Tamarindo is one of our favorite places in the world and this was a good place to stay with a pool, beach towels, washer and dryer, good kitchen and comfortable living area. Note to anyone renting this unit, if you don't do stairs realize there are three stories of tiled steps to the top master bedroom, which we didn't mind even though we are seniors as it's good exercise. It's a great bedroom with AC and a balcony and bathroom. We were very comfortable there. The rental agency is super helpful and quickly responsive. We had our transport from the airport set up with them and when our shuttle was late, we just called Kattia and she took care of it promptly. Even an email on Sunday morning was answered within minutes. Ellen is a person you can trust. The location is fantastic.

Cozy, close to everything walking distance.

We're happy to hear you enjoyed our home and found it very conveniently located.

My husband, myself, and our three young adult children stayed at Ellen’s place for a week. The Airbnb was just as Ellen described. It is a townhouse condo that looks out on pretty palm trees and the pool. There are 3 full baths plus a half bath on the first floor. They layout was perfect for us and we enjoyed have shared living space, the kitchen with table and chairs, and the washer dryer. You could easily walk to the beach and to town. Ellen gave us fabulous recommendations for things and restaurants in Tamarindo. We also utilized her property manager to arrange airport transportation and a private chef one night. We loved Tamarindo and I recommend Ellen and her place.

Location amazing—super close to downtown and beach without being too noisy. Balcony out top very peaceful. Loved having the pool, if other things weren’t an issue the price was ideal for a 3 bedroom 3.5 bath! However some things detracted from our experience: water and internet kept cutting out, lots of mosquitoes in the entryway, couch was old and mildewy, pool often dirty and a/c at top floor would make noises loud enough to wake us in the middle of the night. Internet unreliable in at the top floor. It was nice to have the management company sometimes. One day the internet went out and I had trouble finding a coworking space so I worked from the management office! They also added a small twin mattress so our kids could sleep in the same room for $100.

Ellen has a management company look after her guests. Kattia from Horizons was amazing. All the local staff on site for gardening and security were incredible people. Ellen’s place is in need of a couple of things, but we have been to Costa Rica many times and our expectations were met with her property. If you are looking for 5 star on the beach this is not it. If you are looking for a cozy and quaint location, with a small and beautiful courtyard and pool area with a 5 minute walk to the beach and town, then this place is for you. Glad we found Ellen’s property it suited our needs for a great family vacation.

My family enjoyed living in your home this summer. Spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms were a great treat. Awesome location to restaurants and stores. Well stocked with every day items in the kitchen.

Great place in great area. Close to beach and restaurants.  Everything we were looking for.  Looking forward to coming back!

We're so glad you enjoyed our house as much as we do. We'd love to have you back any time.

This space is perfect - close to beaches, restaurants, shopping…. Would definitely stay here again

I highly recommend it. The place is beautiful

Lo recomiendo ampliamente . El lugar es bellísimo

Cast Mandel was great value for our stay in Tamarindo. Close walk to everything, (shops restaurants beach etc) nicely decorated.  Lush grounds and pool were nice.

We're so glad you enjoyed your stay in our "home away from home" and in Tamarindo.  Come back any time!

Great location and awesome service. Fully recommended.

This is an awesome location! Best amenities - highly recommended. We will certainly be staying again!

Great place in an awesome location!! Very easy access to the beach and all amenities within Tamarindo. The interior is a little dated but very clean!  Ellen responds to all enquiries very quickly which was greatly appreciated. Will definitely be returning!

Absolutely spacious great design comfort table , and with a good deal of tips on the local food etc.

Frank, So glad you enjoyed your stay in our home in Tamarindo.

Our family (2 adults, 1 four year old, and 1 two year old) had the absolute pleasure of staying at Casa Mandel for an entire month in August.  The location is perfect for a family in Tamarindo.  The house is located about 5 minutes walking from the beach, or 5 minutes walking in a different direction to the center of Tamarindo.  It is about three minutes from a supermarket.  A great feature is that it feels a bit outside of town, so when things were rowdy at the bars at night, that crowd didn’t affect us.  We were also close to the beach, but away from the vendors and public access.  The on premise security and upkeep (the gardener Alejandro is such a gentleman) was fantastic.  We stayed there for a month and highly recommend it, especially as a slightly lower cost alternative to the options closer to the center of town.

It was our pleasure to provide you with the perfect place for your family in Tamarindo.  We loved that you were able to make yourself so at home, in our home, and that you and your sons developed such a nice relationship with Alejandro.  We hope you'll return to Tamarindo sometime in the near future.

Ellen's place is perfect for a stay in Tamarindo, Costa Rica. The unit is a quiet, clean, spacious, and calming place. The location was great. The villa has pool in the center and security guard outside for your convenience. From the unit, it is a 5-10 minute walk to the center of town where bars, restaurants, convenience stores, and the beach are located. Couldn't have chosen a better place. Ellen is a super host!

Rodney, We're so happy to hear that Tamarindo and our home lived up to your expectations. Hopefully you'll return some time in the future for more relaxation and fun.

Place is great Looks better than in photos

Great location-quiet and a short walk to the beach. Home is clean and each guest had a lot of privacy. Hosts have included suggestions for local restaurants that they personally have enjoyed. We went to 3 of them and were not disappointed. Had some wonderful meals. Farmers' Market is on Saturday and well worth the trip.

Great location. Perfect fit for a family of five. Tamarindo is beautiful! Definitely will stay here again!

Nice place. A couple minutes walk to the beach and downtown area. Plenty of space and all the modern amenities you need.

Excellent location and very good layout of the Condo, it is very comfortable, it has everything you need. Thank you very much Ellen!!!

Excelente ubicación y muy buena distribución del Condo, es muy cómodo, tiene todo lo que se necesita. Muchas Gracias Ellen!!!

The location and functionality of this place could not be better, walking distance to the ocean and town, however off the main street enough to be quiet and tranquil. Unit layout is great for mixed crowds; kitchen, living area and powder room on the main level, with bedrooms on the upper levels, each with their own ensuite and balcony. Individual climate control for each room as well. Comfortably furnished, while basic, was very comfortable. Appreciated the abundance of towels as well as the laundry included. Would love to stay again! Thank you Ellen!

It was a pleasure having you and your friends as our guests and we're thrilled that you enjoyed our home and Tamarindo.

A place near the center of Tamarindo as mentioned, the facilities (pool, parking) in very good condition and with enough security, the company in charge of check-in and check-out very professional, very interested in helping with any problem, the condominium is very comfortable, the rooms are perfect and equipped with what was needed. In short, it is a good accommodation option for when you want to visit Tamarindo.

Un lugar cerca del centro de tamarindo tal cual como lo mencionan, las instalaciones (piscina, parqueo) en muy buen estado y con bastante seguridad, la empresa encargada del check in y check out muy profesionales, muy anuentes a la ayuda ante cualquier problema, el condominio muy cómodo, las habitaciones perfectas y equipadas con lo que se necesitaba. En síntesis es una buena opción de hospedaje para cuando se quiera visitar tamarindo.

Gaston, We're happy to hear that, as you said in your private feedback to us, "what was offered in the ad on the page is what you will actually receive in your stay". We'd love to host you again for next year's Marathon!  Muchas Gracias, Ellen & Steve Mandel Since your review is in Spanish, I am posting the (Google Translate) translation here for other non-Spanish speaking guests to read: "A place near the center of tamarindo as it is mentioned, the facilities (pool, parking) in very good condition and with enough security, the company in charge of the check in and check out very professional, very eager to help in any problem, the condominium very comfortable, the rooms perfect and equipped with what was needed. In short it is a good option of lodging for when you want to visit tamarindo.

The villa was outstanding. You made us feel like home. The space was excellent and the setting was great. We have our privacy which was very important to me. The master bedroom was outstanding. One of the things that I loved about the area is that everything is close by and there are at lot different places to eat. The beach is very close as well. If I return to Tamarindo we will love to stay over in your villa again Thanks Ellen

Maria, We're so glad you enjoyed our home and we would love to have you as our guest again.  Safe Travels, Ellen & Steve Mandel

Nice apartment on 3 levels and with access to a shared pool and garden complete with resident iguana (one of 18 apartments in a small block) We liked the apartment; for us as a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 teenagers) it worked really well as 3 en-suite bedrooms, I think for 6 or 7 it could be cramped for 7 adults, ie can only seat 4 at the dining bar. The apartment has air con and well equipped (TV, washer dryer) but could probably benefit from a few more kitchen items - the owners have only recently taken this apartment and we were the first guests to stay and I have fed this back to them privately - am sure this is a minor detail that will get resolved. The owners provided welcome info which was friendly and informative. The managing agent where you collect the keys were well organised and efficient and the on site caretaker was friendly and helpful. The apartment is about a quarter mile walk to the lovely beach and close to shops and restaurants. (Be aware that all the roads in Tamarindo are unpaved and with the daily thunderstorms and down pours it makes the roads quite muddy at times!) .

Miranda, Thank you for being our first guest. We hope everyone is as wonderful as you were.  Please know that we appreciate and will act on your excellent suggestions, as we want to make sure than everyone loves our new home in Tamarindo as much as we do.   Pura vida, Ellen & Steve Mandel

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