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4BR villa in San José

Casa Oasis Surfside, 4Bdr, 3.5Ba, Pool, near beach - Houses for Rent in Santa Cruz, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Arlene, Ken and Christian were fantastic hosts from the day we booked to the day we checked out. Any questions about the place or surrounding area were answered promptly and anything we needed was addressed immediately. We highly recommend staying at this place. The location was spectacular and the hosts went above and beyond for us! Thank you again for opening up your beautiful home to us

Spacious and very clean house. Even better in real life than the photos. Very well located, just steps from the beach

Maison spacieuse et très propre. Encore mieux en vrai que sur les photos. Très bien situé à quelques pas de la plage

We had a WONDERFUL stay at Casa Oasis! We made it our home base for a month and it didn’t disappoint. The kitchen was fully stocked and made preparing big family meals super easy. Small touches like having plenty of storage options were very appreciated. The beds are VERY comfy which was so important to us and all of our guests. The backyard was absolute paradise perfection - the pool exceeded our expectations and we found ourselves and little ones (3 and 5 years old) out there all the time. We loved that we could walk into town (both via the road and via the beach)! We got to know all of our local spots and liked puro coffee, gecko’s and Hemingways the best. Don’t miss a sunset dinner at Sentido Norte - truly amazing. Potrero is a fantastic choice for staying in a beach town in guanacaste (we had easy access to very different beaches within 20 minutes!) Arlene, Ken and Christian were very responsive and communicated clearly. We highly recommend this property!

Beautiful home. Had all the amenities we needed and more. Chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boards were a hit with the kids. Short walk to the beach. We loved it and would definitely come back!

Great place to stay, close to the beach and has a great pool.

Thank you for being a great guest and very communicative. We appreciate you staying with us.

We were a family of 5 and there was lots of room for us to spread out. It is one of the best Airbnb’s I have stayed at. Christian was very quick to respond and even came over when we first arrived to answer our questions about things to do and see! You will not be disappointed!

The host was super attentive and solved all our doubts! Very good service! In addition, the house was very well located and in perfect condition! Highly recommended.

El anfitrión súper atento y resolvió todas nuestras dudas! Muy buen servicio! Además la casa estaba muy bien ubicada y en perfecto estado! Súper recomendado!

Good amenities overall. The place was very clean other than a minor ant issue which could probably be addressed with a couple traps. Only minor recommendation would be to upgrade the beach chairs (they are more like camping chairs) as well as the beach umbrellas which were not in great condition and pretty much unusable.

Hello Daniel, Thank you so much for your stay and for providing such detailed feedback! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the amenities and found the property exceptionally clean. We truly value your specific suggestions as they help us prioritize our next round of improvements: Beach Gear: We appreciate the honest comparison! We have added the upgrade of our beach chairs and umbrellas to our immediate "to-do" list to ensure our guests have high-quality gear that matches the rest of the Oasis experience. Nature’s Visitors: While we are located in a lush tropical setting, we want the ants to stay outdoors! Our maintenance team has already been notified to place traps and perform a specialized treatment to keep the interior pristine. We are constantly working to make Oasis the premier choice in the area. We would love to have you back soon to see our progress—Oasis is only getting better with every guest visit!

Everything was excellent! Very clean and even more beautiful than the pictures. Arlene and Ken were really helpful, we enjoyed so much! Definitely coming back

Property was everything and more.  Location was more than perfect.  Walking distance to beaches, shops, restaurants, and grocery stores.  House was clean and what a yard, when we didn’t feel like walking to the beach we relaxed and cooled off in the pool.  The rental made us feel at home.  Would love to come back!

House seemed even larger than photos represent. Our family LOVED the space. Everyone slept well and loved the large gathering spots. Location was excellent. Lots of wonderful communication and help accommodating trips/shuttles/rentals. This house was perfect!

Our experience here was 10/10. I came with my husband, toddler, and parents and we all had a fantastic time. The home was incredibly clean, the beds were very comfortable, the pool was peaceful, and the home had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. Wonderful location. Plenty of beach items and super kid friendly. Christian made everything the easiest and smoothest. We kept thinking if there was anything we would change and we couldn’t think of a single thing. We want to come back again and again. Thank you!!!

This is the best Airbnb! Christian the property manager is also great with booking transfer and activities. Home was spotless, the pool was clean and we had a great stay. 5 stars!

This is an excellent vacation home. Everything is at least as good as advertised! Upon arrival, the home was immaculate with absolutely no issues with check in. Christian had organized a driver who was waiting at the airport, as well as for a golf cart which was charged and parked in the home’s garage when we arrived. Throughout our stay, there were no problems at all with the home. The mini-splits kept the home comfortable, and all the appliances were newer models, including the washer and dryer which we made good use of. The home is situated an easy 5 minute walk (or 1 minute golf cart ride) to the beach, which we actually preferred more than Flamingo beach! We met up with Christian on our last night to extend our thanks. He is a very personable, articulate and knowledgeable individual who truly understands property management and what it takes to organize various facilities for guests. In short, we give both the home and Christian our highest recommendation

Gorgeous house, felt right at home the minute we walked in. Very comfortable beds. Excellent host communication. Short walk to the beach. Highly recommend.

Super-comfortable, beautiful home in easy walking distance of lovely beach. A nice backyard pool that was shaded most of the morning, letting us enjoy it even during hot days. Great food options in Potrero just 5 minutes away. The AC worked well, and there is plenty of beach and pool gear (body boards, folding chairs, umbrella, floaties).

The house was beautiful.  Everyone enjoyed staying there. Bedrooms were spacious and clean. The whole family enjoyed the pool and outside space. We had what we needed and the house was what we needed.  We really enjoy your stay there.

We really enjoyed our stay. The area is less touristy than other areas of Costa Rica, which we really liked. Lots of good restaurants, bars and beaches within a golf cart ride. You really didn't need to wait or have reservations. Pura Vida! The home was wonderful. Great location and nicely kept. The private pool in the backyard was a lot of fun for the kids. Shallow enough that they could touch. This would be a great home for a family or multiple couples. We even thought it would be a good fit for both my family, my sister's family and my parents on another trip. Will come again!

The cleanliness of the kitchen, cooking dishes and the dishwasher left a little to be desired but nothing major… we had a lovely stay!

La propreté de la cuisine, plats de cuissons et le sèche vaisselle laissait un peu à désiré mais rien de majeur… nous avons passé un très beau séjour !

​Hi Serge, thank you so much for your kind words! We are happy to hear you had a lovely stay and enjoyed the home. ​Regarding the kitchen items, thank you for the heads-up! While we wish we could have addressed this for you immediately during your stay, we have already taken your feedback to our cleaning team to ensure our kitchen and dishwasher are sparkling for our next guests. ​We loved hosting you and hope to see you again soon!

We had incredible stay. The location was perfect for what we were looking for. Quiet but still close to everything we wanted to see and do. The house was as pictured amd though some staining on the linens, the beds were all very comfortable, the kitchen functional and a perfect amount of seating and amenity. Thank you for hosting us in your beautiful home. We absolutely dream of returning.

We had a great stay and loved the Playa Potrero area.   Great restaurants, bars and a decent grocery store within walking distance.  The beach was also close and not crowded.   We had two families (4 adult and 4 teenage children) total in our party and the house was perfect.  We cooked many meals in the kitchen and had a great time in the back yard, which is very private. Thank you Ken, Arlene and Christian!

The house is comfortable and beautifully decorated. Beds are very comfortable.  The kitchen was stocked with essentials and made meal prep easy. Loved the short walk to the beach, restaurants and the market.  Loved hanging out at the pool.  Everything was perfect and would definitely stay here again.

We have a great time It was just what we needed near the wedding we had with restaurant options nearby The house is very comfortable and easy to get around with Uber if you come without a car

La pasamos muy bien Era Justo lo que necesitábamos cerca de la boda que teníamos con opciones de restaurantes cerca La casa muy cómoda y facilidad de transportarse con uber si se viene sin auto

We had a fabulous time at Casa Oasis Surfside Potrero Beach! Super close to the beach, restaurants, groceries, fun and sun! A quick drive to other beaches, hiking, shopping in Tamarindo and other activities. We took a group fishing day in the Potrero Bay and it was super calm due to the protective features of the bay and caught 13 red snapper with the help of our fishing guide and captain.  Other nights we prepared and cooked fish from the local fish market. There are multiple on the beach options to eat including Hemingway's, The Beach House and Las Birsas walkable from Casa Oasis. The pool with waterfall and patio area is great for relaxing and eating meals. The kitchen had a nice selection to prepare many meals for our group of seven. All and all it was a wonderful place for 11 days to celebrate my 60th birthday with family and friends! Highly recommended.

Ken and Arlene’s home was large enough to accommodate our big family. Their house has lovely landscaping, hot water, nice amenities (like a pool, big kitchen, and A/C) and is in a convenient location, close to several beaches we love & great restaurants. It was super clean, and we really loved being able to do laundry here for our extended stay as well as swim in their great pool each day!

Our family of five had an incredible month long stay at Casa Oasis. The house was spacious and we were able to have guests join us for a week or so very easily. The house was very clean when we arrived and it has everything that you need. Beds are comfortable. The pool was always welcome at the end of a a long day— the outdoor space was really nice! It’s conveniently located and close to both Playa Flamingo and Conchal, which are such beautiful beaches. Potrero itself has great restaurants, grocery options and a cute beach. Christian was wonderful as our go to for the house. Super responsive and helpful if/when we needed. Would definitely stay again if we come back to Costa Rica!

Thank you, Christine for your kind words. We look forward to having you back again soon!

This house was spacious and clean. The beach was a three minute walk away. There were chairs, boogie boards, and towels available to borrow. Restaurant and grocery stores were just down the street. I would definitely recommend this house.

We had an amazing stay! The location is perfect—just a 2-minute walk (about 200m) to Potrero Beach and super close to other beautiful beaches. Playa Flamingo was a highlight with its soft sand and big waves! The house was clean, spacious, and exactly as shown in the photos. We really appreciated the beach gear provided—boogie boards, camping chairs, towels, and a beach umbrella made our beach days easy and fun. The welcome fruit was a thoughtful touch after a long travel day. The pool was lovely, with floaties, a beach volleyball, an outdoor shower, and even an enclosed outdoor bathroom. Bed linens were soft and comfy, and having shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and laundry supplies was super convenient. The washer/dryer was a huge plus! Hosts were very responsive and helpful. One tip: skip GPS and follow the host’s written directions—they're much more accurate. The property is also walking distance to restaurants and a small grocery store. Highly recommend!

The house was exactly as described in the photos. Very spacious and clean. Nice and quiet neighborhood. Beds were all very comfortable per all guests in my party. The outside space with pool was a great place to relax, BBQ and hang out with family & friends. Our host, Christian, was very responsive and helpful throughout our vacation and helped to arrange all excursions we requested on our behalf which really took a lot off our plate in planning. 10/10 would stay again!

My family and I stayed for the weekend and we loved the house, it's wonderful. We would definitely choose it again on a future trip. Christian was very kind and the house was impeccable! Thanks again

Mi familia y yo nos hospedamos el fin de semana y quedamos encantados con la casa, es maravillosa. Sin duda volveríamos a elegirla en un próximo paseo. Christian muy amable y la casa se encontraba impecable! Muchas gracias

Fantastic accommodation just minutes from the pool. Highly recommend.

We really enjoyed our stay @ Arlene & Ken's! Santa Cruz is a cute town, kind of away from the hustle & bustle, but close enough to drive to a closeby town. Christian was helpful in getting a pool cleaner over & making the pool pristine! We appreciated the beach chairs, beach towels and boogie boards. We'll be back, Santa Cruz, Pura Vida!

We loved our stay here! It was nice to have our private pool but the beach was only a 3 min walk, so it was great to have the option! Christian, their house manager is very quick to respond and super helpful for local recommendations. We felt really comfortable in the house and we’d definitely return in the future!

Beautiful house, with very large spaces, very clean and very well maintained. The terrace area is very spacious and the pool is large.

Hermosa Casa, con espacios muy amplios, muy limpia y con muy buen mantenimiento. El area de la terraza muy amplia y piscina grande.

Our family had a great time in Potrero.  The property was exactly as expected.  The kitchen was well stocked and we made many meals there.  The backyard was perfect for relaxing.  The house was very spacious.  We enjoyed the small town feel of Potrero and walked to the beach.  Thanks for sharing your beautiful house with our family!

I wish that I could give this home 10 stars!!! It is absolutely pristine! It is on a quiet street, but still an easy walk to the beach and great restaurants. We rented a golf cart to use for the week, which was perfect for zipping around town and to neighboring beaches. The layout of the house was perfect for family or group of friends, with TONS of space to spread out! All of the bedrooms were impeccably clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen had everything you could want, and there were lots of beach supplies available in the garage. The pool was the perfect temperature and size, and we used it daily. There is a variety of places to sit outside, which makes it easy to always have a spot to sit in the sun or the shade. The outdoor shower and half bathroom were great! We were SO sad to leave this amazing home - I will be recommending it to friends and family, and can’t wait to come back!

We loved the villa which was impeccable. We felt very welcomed. Hosts are available 24/7 and the small touches were greatly appreciated. We were a group of 6 and there was plenty of room for everyone. We will definitely be back!

Nous avons adoré la villa qui était impeccable. Nous nous sommes sentis très bien accueillis. Les hôtes sont disponibles en tout temps et les petites attentions ont été grandement appréciées. Nous étions un groupe de 6 personnes et il y avait beaucoup d’espace pour tous. Nous reviendrons assurément!

This home was absolutely perfect! It was spotlessly clean, incredibly comfortable, and filled with thoughtful conveniences that made our stay so easy and enjoyable. The location was super walkable, making it easy to explore the area. We loved everything about this place and can’t wait to return! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fantastic stay.

Hi Jenny, Thank you for the personal note!! We are just so pleased you truly enjoyed your stay and that you are coming back to CR next year!! I have always wanted to visit the eastern seaboard and Cape Cod has been on our list. Of course we would want to visit in the warmer months but we can for sure figure out a swap!!! Let’s chat further on this subject. Blessings and Pura Vida! Arlene

This house was perfect for a large group of family or friends to have a relaxing vacation in a small and beautiful beach town.The location in Playa Potrero was awesome.They had everything you could possibly want in an Airbnb from a pool and patio chairs to lounge in to ice cold A/C and comfortable beds to sleep. Everything is provided at the Airbnb for showering, cooking, BBQing, lounging at the pool and doing laundry.The house was more than spacious for our group of 6 with large living areas indoors and outdoors. The house looks exactly as shown in the photos of the listing, very clean and modern. We felt very safe in the quiet area with cameras outside and a code locked gate. The beach was a 2 minute walk away making this the perfect location to easily walk down for sunset.Christian checked in with us and answered all our our questions quickly throughout our stay and even arranged for the pool to be cleaned. We had the best experience at this airbnb and can’t recommend it enough!

Great place! The home is beautiful and perfect location for peace and quiet but also lots of adventure. Property manager is fantastic and responsive. 5 star property!

We had a fantastic stay at this house! It was the perfect size for our group of 7 (4 adults and 3 kids).  The place itself was great and had everything we needed. Communication with the host was super easy, and they were incredibly responsive to any questions we had.  We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it to other families!

The house is super spacious, has all the amenities, starting with the location and easy access. My family and I loved it and we hope to return in 2025

La casa es súper espaciosa, posee todas las comodidades, empezando por la ubicación y fácil acceso. A mi familia y a mi nos encantó y esperamos volver este 2025

Arlene and Ken’s place was a great find, great location and the house is beautifully equipped with everything you need. Christian is their local host which is very responsive and attended all questions we had. Fully recommended.

Charming house, very comfortable and willing to enjoy with your family. Thank you

Encantadora casa, muy cómoda y dispuesta para disfrutar con tu familia. Gracias

This house is amazing! All four bedrooms have very comfortable beds and offer ample space for your personal belongings. Both upstairs bedrooms are huge with massive en-suites. Two main floor bedrooms are a comfortable size, sharing the smaller, yet very adequate main bath. Rooms are quite soundproof as well. Bonus poolside 1/2 bath and open shower to keep the home clean. Along with the spacious indoor living area, the outdoor space is fantastic, offering areas for the group to be together, but also spots for solo time. We were a group of 5 on a girls getaway. Often all in the pool at the same time on our floaties with plenty space. The internet worked very well for those that need to check in. Although, catching up on your obligations doesn't feel like work at all when you're sitting by the pool to do it! We felt save with the added security features this home offers. Communication with Arlene and Christian was excellent! Quick to respond with lots of helpful advice.

Hello Laura!! Thank you for the 5 star review!! We really appreciate that!! We are thrilled that you and your group enjoyed your stay Casa Oasis. We sincerely hope you will visit us again. Christian said you left the house in great shape! Thank you for that!!! Enjoy your holiday season and have a beautiful New Year! Best regards, Arlene and Ken

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