Located in Playa Lagartillo, on 5 acre lot, offers tranquility and is just a short 300 meters walk down a footpath to the beach. 2 Bedrooms + a Loft. Can accommodate up to 7 people. Rustic home. High 30ft ceilings and well ventilated. Lots of space. Two world class surf beaches within 2km. Wrap around porch. Horses on site. Flat-screen TV in unit. NEW 50/50 fiber optic internet. Great rural location 5 minute walk to beach. There is no AC, please do no book if you need AC. The space We got the new 50mb/50mb fiber optic internet! This is great for working remotely. Keep in mind you are in rural, rustic, CR. If you expect no geckos and no dust, this is not the place for you. It's dirt roads and chickens and horses and surfing beaches, and lovely people but not a hotel, its a rustic home on the beach. There may be spiderwebs. Large lot. There are motion security cameras outside only. They point outside to the corridors to keep the house and guests safe. There is no AC. Please do not book if you need AC. The location on a large 5 acres is great, with lime trees, palm trees, mango trees. Horses are often in the yard, and monkeys, especially during mango season. Right in between Playa Negra and Avellanas. House is all custom done but older now. House is split in two, the back apartment has its own entrance at the back of house. You have the front of the house. Airbnb will not remove reviews even if I report them as inacurate: There are only cameras outside, and none of them point inside, you will see this for yourself, or I am happy to show you the feed. Yes the house does not have AC, we have never claimed it does, this does mean it will be just as hot inside as outside. If that is not ok, please dont book. The check in instructions are completely accurate, I have checked them and asked Aribnb to remove that review but they won't. Yes you do share the house, it is split, as any house is split, with a wall. We have a door between the two so that if it is a large family, they can rent both sides of the house together. And lastly, please remember this is $40 a night in low season, its great if you are realistic what you expect for that price per night. Not what you want it to have, or have more of. A hostel is minimum of $15 a night per person, and that is only a bed, please consider these things when valueing the home and the stay. Guest access You can use the garage and the washing machine at the back of the house. The washing machine is shared with guests on the other side of the house. Other things to note Please keep all property gates closed, we have horses on the property sometimes. Please be conservative with the water, we use our own well water here. We drink the water on hand, but if you prefer to buy water you can. Please put toilet paper in the bin, not the toilet. We have cameras on the outside porches, NOT in the inside. We want you to have a great stay with us so, with that in mind we would ask that you please make sure to ask any questions you have about the house or the area. The more you know about the house, the more accurate your expectations will be. If you have limited mobility, talk to us about if this is the right stay for you. If you don’t know the location, please check it before booking. If the roads concern you, please ask us about them. If the season and weather might be a concern, please ask about those. There are things about our home we cannot change; location, weather, seasons, road conditions, etc, and its always easier for everyone if you know what to expect, so please reach out about those before your stay as those are things we can’t change for you but you can decide not to book if you receive relevant information and you decide its not right for you. Examples of things that have happened that might be good to ask us about before you book: Guest doesn’t have a car: please ask if this is the right place for you so you are informed before you arrive. Guest is older and does not walk well: beach paths can change with the seasons, and become slippery, please ask if this would affect you. Guest does not like mud: There can be mud and water on the road in rainy season. Guest is very tall: our beds are standard lengths. Guest says foliage is no longer green: Guanacaste does change with the seasons, it gets dry in dry season. These are things we cannot change, and will not refund you for, so please ask as many questions as you need to be sure. Have a great day.

## The Space

This rustic home is located on a spacious 5-acre lot in Playa Lagartillo, just a short 300-meter walk along a footpath to the beach. It features two bedrooms plus a loft and can comfortably accommodate up to seven guests. The house boasts high 30-foot ceilings and excellent ventilation, providing plenty of open space.

Inside, you will find a flat-screen TV and new 50/50 Mbps fiber optic internet, ideal for remote work. The property includes a wrap-around porch and is surrounded by lime, palm, and mango trees. Horses often roam the yard, and monkeys are frequently seen, especially during mango season.

Please note, the house does not have air conditioning. If you require AC, this is not the right place for you.

## Location

Situated between Playa Negra and Avellanas, the property offers access to two world-class surf beaches within 2 kilometers. The setting is rural and peaceful, with dirt roads, local wildlife, and a laid-back atmosphere. This is a rustic home on the beach, not a hotel, so guests should expect some natural elements like geckos, dust, and occasional spiderwebs.

## Amenities

- Two bedrooms plus a loft
- Sleeps up to seven people
- High ceilings (30 feet) and well-ventilated rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- New 50/50 Mbps fiber optic internet
- Wrap-around porch
- Large 5-acre lot with fruit trees
- Horses on site
- Motion security cameras located only outside for guest safety
- Shared garage and washing machine (shared with guests in the back apartment)

## Important Information

- There is no air conditioning; the interior temperature will be similar to outside.
- The house is divided into two sections: the front unit (for guests) and a back apartment with a separate entrance. A door between the two can be opened if a large group rents both sides.
- Outdoor security cameras monitor only the exterior corridors; no cameras are inside the house.
- Guests are asked to keep all property gates closed due to the presence of horses.
- Water comes from a private well; please conserve water. Drinking the tap water is safe, but bottled water is available if preferred.
- Toilet paper should be disposed of in the bin, not flushed.
- The property is rustic and rural, so expect dirt roads, local animals, and natural surroundings.
- Guests with limited mobility or specific concerns about road conditions, weather, or location are encouraged to contact the host before booking.
- The property is priced at $40 per night during low season, reflecting its rural, rustic nature.

## Guest Access

Guests have access to the garage and the washing machine located at the back of the house, which is shared with guests staying in the back apartment.

## Additional Notes

Please feel free to ask any questions about the house or the area to ensure your expectations align with the experience. Some considerations to discuss before booking include:

- Whether having a car is necessary for your stay
- Mobility concerns, as beach paths can be slippery or uneven depending on the season
- Road conditions, which may include mud during the rainy season
- Bed size limitations for taller guests
- Seasonal changes in foliage and weather typical of the Guanacaste region

Understanding these factors will help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Juliet

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3BR house in Playa Avellanas

Rustic Casa Naranja (2Bdrm+Loft) - 5mins to Beach! - Houses for Rent in Playa Avellanas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

The house is big, the property is huge, and the kitchen has everything you need for a comfortable stay. It has high ceilings. We went during Easter, and obviously, that's the hottest time of the year, so if you're Costa Ricans and can bring some extra fans, I recommend it. The house is rustic and decorated in a rustic style, with large, beautiful hallways. In the mornings, squirrels and little birds come, which is ideal for unwinding. I loved it. Playa Lagartillo is 3 blocks away. It's advisable to go at low tide to enjoy swimming; when the tide rises, the waves are strong. Avellanas is beautiful and close by, but it still has strong waves. I loved it

La casa es grande, la propiedad es gigante, la cocina tiene de todo para hacer una estancia cómoda. Tiene techos altos, fuimos en semana santa y obviamente es la época más caliente del año así que si son costarricenses y pueden llevar unos abanicos extras se lo recomiendo. La casa es rústica y esta decorada al estilo rústico con corredores grandes y bonitos. En las mañanas llegan ardillas y pajaritos ideal para desconectar. A mi me encantó, playa lagartillo esta a 3 cuadros, es recomendable ir en marea baja para poder disfrutar de bañarse, cuando sube la marea el oleaje es fuerte. Avellanas es preciosa y cerca pero igual es de oleaje fuerte. Me encanto

The description does not clearly state that some appliances do not work, and no immediate assistance is offered.  YOU WILL NOT GET A REFUND.  The service was terrible for my liking.  They don't have any maintenance staff to help you.

En la descripción no se indica claramente que no funcionan algunos electrodomésticos,  no se ofrece ninguna ayuda inmediata.  NO TE REEMBOLSAN el dinero.  La atención fue pésima para mi gusto.  No tienen alguien de mantenimiento que te de asistencia.

This is half lie, half unfair. But airbnb won't take it down. I absolutely refunded her. And it was Easter Sunday and the stove didn't work and I told her the lovely repair man could come at 11am. But she said they couldn't wait for that, so I told her I would refund her, easy peasy. I understand it upset her, but she was refunded, in fact, I offered before she could even ask. I was attentive and responded, updating her every 30 minutes letting her know he woudl be there at 11am. She found another place. That was fine, and I refunded. She wanted me to personally deposit the money to her account which I declined to do and told her it came through airbnb. We have wonderful maintenance full time, but Sunday is their day off, they will always come on call, I let her know he would be there at 11am on Easter Sunday.

Really enjoyed our stay! Close to the beach and some really nice cafes/restaurants. Jessica has a list of recommendations of stuff to do/eat/see in the area which was very appreciated! We did have some issues with the toilet but we easily and quickly had someone come over to fix it!

Nice place to stay close to the beach, that’s about all that’s there. Definitely need a car if you’re here. Jessica was helpful when the washing machine was broken and had it fixed the next day. The beach was nice and always very private. The howler monkeys visit often which was fun. I had to wash all the dishes when we got there as they were pretty dirty. Bring clothes pins if you plan on hanging clothes as it’s windy and there aren’t many. Check appliances before grocery shopping planning to use them, some didn’t work. The house could use some maintenance, a lot of the screens had holes and toilet clogged often. Jessica was very accommodating with our reservation change.

Loved that place. Perfect for surfing Avellanas and Playa Negra. Perfect kitchen, really good shower. Have been in that area already before. Spot to park your car and nice outdoor area.

Same as the description. Excellent value for money (February 2025). I would highly recommend. Read the description carefully..! And relax in this really spacious and pleasant house.

À l’image du descriptif. Rapport qualité prix irréprochable (février 2025). Je recommande fortement. Lisez bien le descriptif..! Et posez vous dans cet maison vraiment spacieuse et agréable.

Everything went very well except to get there the instructions from air b&b was different than the one provided by Jessica

Tout c’est très bien passé sauf pour s’y rendre les instructions de air b&b était différente que celle fournie par Jessica

Wonderful host and great location, just minutes from Playa Negra, Playa Lagartillo, and my personal favorite, Playa Avellanas. The property features a spacious lot and is well-equipped with kitchen utensils. Note that the roads in the area are unpaved, so having an SUV is highly recommended.

The beach was so close-maybe 200 steps, so we didn't have to drive down - fantastic! Every room in this house was huge - we came with our 4 grandchildren and we had lots of space for them to run around inside, and tons of porch space with hammocks outside. We can't believe we got such a big place for such a low price - there wasn't AC, but there were fans in every room. We loved the nature, having a peaceful coffee in the mornings and hearing only the birds - we saw monkeys in the trees and the kids loved petting the horses in the adjacent property. The house is rustic, but has a charm about it, and it was equipped with everything my wife needed in the kitchen and she LOVED the large gas stove! The TV with Netflix was a nice surprise. Everyone was so friendly and we will definately come back here Jessica! Thank you.

The house has all the amenities listed in the description. The only problem is that there is no air conditioning and for the area which is so hot, I feel like it needs it. In general the place is very comfortable, it has nice walking areas and it is very quiet even though it is on the road. The address to use is the one they give in the link and not the one in Gogle Maps that appears when clicking on the map, since the 2 addresses of Casa Naranja do not match the place of Playa Lgartillo where this house is located. I recommend it if they go with several people since the house is very spacious. I liked the experience and in general I had a great time in the surroundings as it is not so far from the beaches and tourist places in the area.

La casa cuenta con todos los servicios que se indican en la descripción. El único problema es que no hay aire acondicionado y para la zona que es tan caliente, siento que le hace falta. En general es muy cómodo el lugar, tiene bonitas áreas para caminar y es muy tranquilo a pesar que está sobre la carretera. La dirección que hay que usar es la que le dan en el link y no la de Gogle Maps que aparece al darle click al mapa, ya que las 2 direcciones de casa Naranja no coinciden con el lugar de playa lagartillo en donde se encuentra esta casa. Lo recomiendo por si van con varias personas ya que la casa es muy espaciosa. Me gustó la experiencia y en general la pasé muy bien en los alrededores ya que no queda tan lejos de las playas y lugares turísticos de la zona.

It is very clear in the description of th house there is no AC, you cannot give a 3 star review on something that should not be expected in the house...

We spent 2 months there. The good thing is the price. But cameras film the terrace, a place to live during the day when the heat is stifling in the house. The heat is unbearable from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There's no air conditioning. These cameras are at every angle and film in a bedroom when you open the door. The house is also shared: a simple door separates the two parts of the house. And the washing machine and outdoor shower are shared. Since they are in front of the door on the other side, it's very inconvenient to use them. We did not feel comfortable with other tenants who could pass on the terrace and that we heard as if they were with us. Finally, the dirt road is a real problem. Lots of heavy truck passages that make noise and raise the earth. The house is dirty all the time. Between these clouds of dust and the gardener's fires, it was impossible for us to stay outside sometimes.

Nous y avons passé 2 mois. Le point positif est le prix. Mais des caméras filment la terrasse, lieu de vie en journée lorsque la chaleur est étouffante dans la maison. La chaleur y est insupportable de 10h à 16h. Il n’y a pas de climatisation. Ces cameras sont à chaque angle et filment dans une chambre lorsqu’on ouvre la porte. La maison est également partagée: une porte simple separe les deux parties de maison. Et la machine à laver et la douche extérieure sont partagées. Comme elles se trouvent devant la porte de l’autre partie, c’est très gênant de les utiliser. Nous ne nous sentions pas à l’aise avec d’autres locataires qui pouvaient passer sur la terrasse et que nous entendions comme s’ils étaient avec nous. Enfin, le chemin de terre est un vrai problème. Beaucoup de passages de camions lourds qui font du bruit et soulèvent la terre. La maison est sale en permanence. Entre ces nuages de poussière et les feux du jardinier, il nous a été impossible parfois de rester dehors.

Hi Gwen, there are absolutely no cameras anywhere inside. The cameras are on the outside porch for guest security. 4, one on each corner of the house pointing to the corridor. No where near inside of the house. It does say in the listing the house is divided in two, and that you share a washing machine with the house behind you, this should not have been a surprise, it is as disclosed. Guanacaste is 30-35 degrees year round, if you rent a house without AC, that will be the temperature.

This is the second opportunity for the company staff to stay, and we would do it again.

Es la segunda oportunidad que el personal de la empresa se hospeda, y volveríamos hacerlo.

Everything was perfect, we loved the house! It has everything you need to enjoy.

Todo perfecto nos encanto la casa! Tiene todo lo necesario para disfrutar.

Very well located place, there are many beaches nearby and places to shop. The house has everything you need and a rustic Guanacasteco style. Please read the directions in detail. As mentioned. The house is divided in two and there may be neighbors next door, I had no problem with that.

Lugar muy bien ubicado, hay muchas playas cerca y lugares para hacer compras. La casa tiene todo lo que necesitas y un estilo rústico guanacasteco. Hay que leer con detalle las indicaciones es tal cual se menciona. La casa está dividida en dos y pueden haber vecinos al lado, no tuve inconvenientes con eso.

Our stay at Casa Naranja was really very nice overall! The house is actually rather rustic, but it also has charm and everything was clean. Tommy has given many helpful tips. We particularly enjoyed the sunset at Playa Avellanas. Thanks!!!

Unser Aufenthalt in der Casa Naranja war insgesamt wirklich sehr schön! Das Haus ist tatsächlich eher rustikal, aber hat dadurch auch Charme und alles war sauber. Tommy hat viele hilfreiche Tipps gegeben. Besonders gut gefallen hat uns der Sonnenuntergang beim Playa Avellanas. Danke!!!

We stayed there with 5 people and we really enjoyed our visit. The place is super spacious and offers lots of options to chill, cook and to enjoy your time there. It is a bit dusty but the roads around Avellana are like this. We really enjoyed our morning and afternoon walks to surf at Avellana Beach. It took us around 20-25 minutes and we where able to see lots of howling monkey, birds and other animals. Apart from a few mosquiots we had no issuses with bugs or whats so ever. Overall thats a great place to be!

Our family of four stayed for four nights. As others have mentioned, the traffic noise and dust (especially when the wind is not offshore) from the road are a bummer. But hey, the house sits right off the road (which we knew when we booked) so it is what it is. The house and furnishings are dated overall but clean and functional. As the old saying goes, you get what you pay for and we were willing to accept all of this for the price, which was fair and less expensive than most other options in the area. We are not high maintenance people and it worked fine for us for four nights.

We had a great stay at Casa Naranja. The house is very spacious and you have lots of room to cook, chill and just enjoy your stay. There were no insects or anything in the house. Just keep the door closed. One morning a parrot came to say “Hola”!

This is a lovely place to stay. Note that there is no AC but it got very nice and breezy and cool in the evenings and mornings when we were there in the dry season. The building is nice and the beach is nearby.

The place is rustic, but spacious. We loved the walkable proximity to Playa Lagartillo, and short drive to the surf beaches of Avellanas and Playa Negra. The restaurant recommendations were on point. An older house and larger property such as this requires lots of maintenance. That has been lacking, but the cleaners did a good job as the floor and surfaces were all clean when we arrived. After staying five nights, the breeze had deposited a layer of dust. That being said, the breeze and open screen windows felt great. The horses were friendly and the iguanas appreciated our fruit scraps!

Entry to the house was easy. The sheets, kitchen and bathroom were all clean, if there was some dust on the kitchen records because there was a window next to it but nothing to worry about. The TV has Netflix and the internet is extremely fast (like 80 Mb). An excellent stay, recommended for spending a few quiet days on the beach.

El ingreso a la casa fue sencillo. Las sábanas, cocina y baño todos estaban limpios, si había un poco de polvo sobre los discos de la cocina debido a que había una ventana al lado pero nada de que preocuparse. El televisor tiene Netflix y el internet es sumamente rápido (como 80 Mb). Una excelente estadía, recomendada para pasar unos días tranquilos en la playa.

We stayed there a month. This house has advantages and disadvantages. Advantages: The house is very spacey It has a huge garden, good for kids There are horses and the possibility to get riding lessons A nice beach is only 300 meters away. Its a very loneless beach with sand and stones. We loved it, especially the kids Only a few kilometres to Playa Avellanas or Playa Negra Disadvantages: The owner doesn't invest in this house. Its old and shabby and we had a lot of issues. Sometimes no water, somtimes no hot water and many things are broken. I broke down with a deck chair, tommy told me, he would replace it. But he didn't. Door knobs are broken, the kitchen and its interior is very old and shabby. The originally house is divided in two parts and you can hear nearly every noise, your neighbour make. And the house is beside a dirt road, so it ist very dusty and you have the dust everywhere. It could be a very nice place, if the owner would invest a little money ...

We had a wonderful stay in the front section of this house! Lagartillo Beach had fun tide pools and was only a seven-minute walk away. We could hear the ocean at night! Since it was constructed for a tall family, expect high ceilings, doors, and countertops (there is one standard height). We highly recommend taking advantage of the food trucks that drive by the road on a weekly schedule and can be heard from the house. As of August 2022 these included fresh fish, baked goods, fruits&veggies (organic and nonorganic), and eggs&chicken&pork. The close by Playa Negra has three mini supermarkets that supplemented our culinary needs. For being so remote, there were a surprising number of restaurants within a ten-minute drive: American, French, Soda (codeword for local Costa Rican aka Tico), pizza, etc. We came during the wet season and experienced rain almost every afternoon, fewer tourists, more wildlife, and an overall more tropical vacation.

Description quite accurate, honest and genuine rental. The space is great, lots of volumes,  lots of bedding options. Great location, as long as you have a car. Communication easy and reactive with person on site. We really had a great stay despite an unstable weather. Family of 6. Thank you.

the house is very big and comfortable. well equipped. large garden. a little noise and dust from the road. but still it was a very enjoyable stay.

One thing they don't tell you is that it's a house that's divided into 2. So you share the home with another family (all the separate entrances) but I didn't know and I didn't like having neighbors. Usually when I rent a house I like to have the whole house to myself. Neighbors complained of noise at 9 p.m. I didn't like that. Everything else is fine. Just like how it was discussed in the description. Perfect for pets. My liking is missing the air conditioning, the fans are not enough.

Una cosa que no te dicen es que es una casa que está dividida en 2. Por ende compartes el alojamiento con otra familia (todas las entradas independientes) pero no sabía y no me gusto tener vecinos. Usualmente cuando alquilo una casa me gusta tener toda la casa para mi. Los vecinos se quejaron por ruido a las 9 de la noche. No me gusto eso. Lo demás todo bien. Igual a cómo se comentó en la descripción. Perfecto para mascotas. A mi gusto le falta el aire acondicionado, los abanicos no son suficientes.

This home offers all the peace and quiet you need to disconnect and get away. Just a 5 minute walk to a very quiet beach, a large fenced in yard for exploring and letting my dogs run around freely, friendly locals always waving as they walk or drive by, amazing caretaker on site for anything you need help with and plenty of restaurants and excursions in the area. Also, there's various food delivery options weekly if you'd prefer to stay in and cook. I was here for a month and spent about half of it in the hammock out front. Lot's of wildlife right on site (monkeys, birds, iguana's and more). There's always something going on in nature and you can hear it all, even from inside the house.

Jessica's place is very cozy. The location is fantastic, it's only a few minutes walk to the beach! The house is very simple, but it is equipped with everything you need for everyday life! The neighborhood is really pleasant and quiet. We felt completely comfortable and will be back!

Die Unterkunft von Jessica ist sehr gemütlich. Die Lage ist fantastisch, es sind nur wenige Minuten zu Fuß zum Strand! Das Haus zwar sehr einfach, aber es ist mit allem ausgestattet, was man für den Alltag braucht! Die Nachbarschaft ist wirklich angenehm und ruhig. Wir haben uns rundum wohl gefühlt und werden wiederkommen!

The place is good for a large family, it has everything you need but the A/C is very necessary to be able to rest properly in a place like Guanacaste. We had a great time on the beaches nearby. Thank you

Jude lives in a house that is on the same property and was the one who took care of us, from the beginning very attentive, kind and gave us several suggestions. The house is very spacious, ideal for families, it has everything you need although you can improve the quality of kitchen utensils and furniture. There are horses on the property, it is very nice to see and greet them in the mornings. Lagartillo beach is 300 meters away, very nice but there is a lot of swell, hazelnut beach is a 7-minute drive away, beautiful beach! There's a mini super around 7 minutes away. Overall, we had a great time

Jude vive en una casa que está en la misma propiedad y fue quien nos atendió, desde el inicio muy atenta, amable y nos dio varias sugerencias. La casa es muy amplia, ideal para familias, tiene todo lo que se necesita aunque se puede mejorar la calidad de los utensilios de cocina y el mobiliario. Hay caballos en la propiedad, es muy bonito verlos y saludarlos en las mañanas. La playa Lagartillo está a 300 mts, muy bonita pero hay mucho oleaje, playa avellanas está a 7 min en carro, lindisima playa!. Hay un mini súper como a 7 min para comprar comida. En general la pasamos muy bien

Jessica's place is so beautiful. Please note that it is a basic place with all the basic stuff you need to carry on with your day. If you are looking for something luxury then this is not for you. This place is for conscious travelers and does a great job in it. Beautiful beach at 5min walking distance. Avellana and Playa Negra are driving distance of around 10min each.

All in all a wonderful property! Very beautiful and the horses were a wonderful surprise

The house is everything you see in the photos, it is our second time and we highly recommend it!!

La casa es todo lo que se ve en las fotos, es nuestra segunda vez y la recomendamos totalmente!!

Booked 12 days, only ended up staying 4. Would not recommend.

Guests reported it was dusty; it is the middle of dry season, and I do accurately say in listing its dusty especially in dry season, there has been no rain for 5 months. It get cleaned the day before guests arrive with checklist standards, and signed every time. The only other thing guests reported was a dead cricket, and again it is rural Costa Rica, and I do also say in the listing there are bugs here. Obviously, there was another sort of expectation :(

Really a good place for the price. Jessica was really communicative and Jude was always there for us when we needed something. The internet might not be strong enough if you want to work remotely though, but they did everything they can to accommodate us.

My family and I stayed for a full month on the and even  rented out the other smaller listing within the same property when part of our family came to visit one weekend which made it perfect for a large family. Overall we absolutely loved the place, location is unbeatable, there are so many beautiful world class beaches so close by, so you get to watch a sunset from a different beach everyday if you want to. A very beautiful and peaceful neighborhood, so ideal if you want to disconnect from the clutter but still get to be close to touristic places such as Tamarindo playa negra and Avellanas are mins away and they both have beach front restaurants for you to watch an amazing sunset or even work from and other very nice restaurants nearby. The fact that you get visits from the horses and some very unique birds and iguanas makes it stand out from any other similar airbnb and having fresh fruit/vegetables/fish/bakery trucks coming every week will guarantee a healthy lifestyle if not there's still stores and supermarkets close by. The place is very spacious for pets, families and groups of friends and if you're a surfer this would be your dream come true. Hammocks available, the kitchen has everything you would ever need and the social areas are great. This is the ideal place if you wish to disconnect, work from or vacation as there is so much to do nearby. 100% will be coming back

Good location, the house is very spacious and beautiful! The lady who welcomed us is very kind and helpful!

Buena ubicación, la casa es muy amplia y bonita! La señora que nos recibió es muy amable y atenta!

this place was a great place to stay.  The beach is beautiful, not the best for swimming.  But very close to many good beaches for swimming.  We could hear the monkeys in morning.  The horses and other wild life were great.  If you start to feed Hola Bird( a green parrot that lives in the area and visits the house) he starts coming every day for a treat.

Great place to stay, especially if your into surfing. Great surf breaks in every direction from the house

We loved the stay, a beautiful and quiet place, perfect to relax and spend a few days with the family.

Nos encantó la estadía, un lugar hermoso y tranquilo, perfecto para relajarse y pasar unos días en familia.

Nice place, near the beach. A large,pleasant and functionnal house. A good value for the money. Jessica and the gardian are hepful and pleasant hosts. We highly recommend this house to enjoy Costa Rica otherwise

Excellent place to vacation and visit the  beaches in the Jessica area, always attentive and the house has everything you need to have a good rest

Lugar excelente para vacacionar y visitar las  playas de la zona Jessica siempre atenta y la casa con todo lo que se necesita para pasar un buen descanso

A beautiful place surrounded by nature. The house is spacious, well ventilated, and comfortable.

Un hermoso lugar rodeado de naturaleza. La casa es espaciosa, bien ventilada, y cómoda.

Jessica's place has a great location. We had a few small problems with the internet but Jessica fixed it quickly, communication with her is excellent, she responds quickly to your messages. The only thing to improve is the cleanliness as the bathroom was dirty as was the kitchen. Other than that the property is very large and nice. Many beautiful beaches very close to the house. The road was in good condition, it is not a paved road so it is normal to find hollows, it is not the best road for sedan vehicles but it is the normal thing in the Guanacaste area.

La casa de Jessica tiene una excelente ubicación. Tuvimos unos pequeños problemas con el Internet pero Jessica lo solucionó rápidamente, la comunicación con ella es excelente, te responde rápido a tus mensajes. Lo único a mejorar es la limpieza pues el baño estaba sucio al igual que la cocina. Fuera de eso la propiedad es muy grande y linda. Muchas playas hermosas muy cerca de la casa. El camino estaba en buenas condiciones, no es un camino asfaltado así que es normal encontrar huecos, no es el mejor camino para vehículos tipo sedan pero es lo normal en la zona de Guanacaste.

Realmente no estoy de acuerdo que el bano y cocina estaban sucio. Se limpio 11 horas con la sanitization que hacemos ahora.  Lo que si hay es polvo a veces porque es una casa super grande, de 2000 pies, y mantenemos ventanas abiertas, mas ahora por covid-19, los abrimos siemre entre huespedes.  Ademas yo digo en la descripcion que es una casa rustica con polvo.  Es importante que huespedes tomen en cuenta que estan quedandose por $40 dolares la noche, no es un lugar de lujo, y su review debe ser en linea con el precio. Gracias.

A very spacious and comfortable house with all the facilities.  Located in a strategic point to visit many beautiful beaches.

Una casa muy amplia y cómoda con todas las facilidades.  Ubicada en un punto estratégico para visitar muchas playas hermosas.

If you want a quiet, comfortable place, away from large groups of people, this is a good option

Si desean un lugar tranquilo, cómodo, alejado de grandes grupos de persona esta es una buena opción

Excellent place and location, perfect for spending days with the family with everything you need for a well-deserved rest

Excelente lugar y ubicación, perfecto para pasar dias en familia con todo lo necesario para un merecido descanso

Private and in an excellent location! Everything is very functional and according to needs. Recommended!

Privado y con excelente ubicación! Todo muy funcional y de acuerdo a las necesidades. Recomendado!

This spot is truly a gem. So close to a practically private beach, walkable to other beaches and a quick drive to grocery options and eateries (Barumi’s falafel was our fav). The space is open and welcoming and felt spacious and open while still being to find a quiet nook in a bedroom or porch hammock (we are a family of four with a 7 yr old and a teenager and spent 10 days at Casa Naranja). Jessica was great about communication and Yeselki and Alberto, the caretakers, were wonderful as well - available for questions but no unsolicited visits (except from their sweet dog). So many birds, iguanas, and even the the neighbor ranch’s very sweet horses visit the yard that we could watch the wildlife come to us. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. This house was the highlight of our trip to Costa Rica; I would go back in a heartbeat!

This was such a beautiful review, thank you :)

We spent 36 days in the large house, it's perfect for people who like to be tranquil in an environment outside the touristy places, located very close to the beach which is quiet, a lot of birds,including 2 nice birds on the grounds, howler monkeys a stone's throw away , iguanas in abundance, for people who love nature and who appreciate it, several turtle visits and rays. This house is not for people who are afraid of insects or animals and who prefer the city. For us it was perfect and the hosts are very attentive and discreet

Nous avons passé 36 jours dans la grande maison, c’est parfait pour des gens qui aiment être tranquille dans un environnement hors des lieux trop touristiques, situé tous près de la plage qui est tranquille, bcp d’oiseaux,dont 2 chouettes sur le terrain,des singes hurleurs a deux pas , iguanes à profusion, pour les gens qui aiment la nature et qui l’apprécie, plusieurs visites de tortues et des raies. Cette maison n’est pas fait pour les gens qui ont peur des insectes ou animaux et qui préfèrent la ville. Pour nous c’était parfait et les hôtes sont très attentifs et discrets

My family and I had a great time at Jessica's house, which is super spacious , with all the amenities, very clean and the support staff and Jessica gave us excellent hospitality. The location of the house is excellent regarding the beach and amenities . The place is very safe and meets all the requirements if you are looking to enjoy it in harmony with nature and away from the city.

Mi familia y yo la pasamos muy bien en la casa de Jessica, la cual es súper espaciosa , con todas las comodidades, muy limpia y el personal de apoyo y Jessica nos brindaron una excelente hospitalidad. La ubicación de la casa es excelente con respecto a la playa y servicios . El lugar es muy seguro y cumple con todos los requerimientos si buscas disfrutar en armonía con la naturaleza y alejado de la ciudad.

Lovely rural location close to beach and helpful caretakers. Some issues with wifi, fans and air conditioners. Overall we enjoyed our stay.

Great location, horses on the property were beautiful and friendly and the caretakers were super sweet and always there to answer all our questions

Absolutely amazing, peaceful spot. The house has a beautiful design with high ceilings and even more space than it seems. If you’re looking for a tranquil space away from the crazy tourist towns this is it. We loved the horses in the yard and eating healthy wholesome food from the fruit, fish, and bakery truck. Highly recommend.

Excellent service and the place is beautiful.

Excelente atención y el lugar es hermoso.

Excellent house, very spacious and cozy. Recommended

Excelente casa, muy amplia y acogedora. Recomendada

We loved the place, the location, everything!

Nos encantó el lugar, la ubicación, todo!

Very nice place and spacious. We love seeing the horses!

Muy bonito lugar y espacioso. Nos encanto ver los caballos!

Prime location with several beaches only a few minutes away! Spacious house (the one with the loft). My wife, my son, our 2 pups and I had a very good time. Jessica was attentive and so were Alberto and Yeselki. I'd avise visitors to bring bug spray, the road to the house is in average condition, a 4x4 would be the best choice.

We had a lovely visit at Casa Naranja! We especially enjoyed the horses on the property and daily visits from the monkeys. Awesome location!

We loved the house, large open space, great place to chill! The porch was great too, especially in the evening. And it’s a short walk to the most gorgeous, calm beach! We would stay again!

A very quiet place, clean, with a beautiful style

Un lugar muy tranquilo, limpio, con un estilo lindisimo

Excellent accommodation, super spacious. It has the necessary amenities. Well located, close to the beach. Check-in was very simple, very good communication.

Excelente alojamiento, súper amplio. Cuenta con las amenidades necesarias. Bien ubicado, cerca de la playa. El check in fue muy sencillo, muy buena comunicación.

The location and spaciousness of the house were awesome. The wrap around porch was nice too. We knew before hand that their was no ac, so the open air windows were nice. However, the wind was unusually strong during out visit, with gusts of up to 40 mph. we didn't sleep all to well because of the wind hitting the roof and blowing through the house with the open windows, but you can't really help that. Not a complaint, just be mindful if you are a light sleeper.

Excellent place, excellent service, everything is very clean and in very good condition. Unbeatable location. 100% recommended

Excelente lugar, excelente atención, todo muy limpio y en muy buen estado. Ubicación insuperable. 100% recomendable

My husband and I love this area of Guanacaste. We’ve been here a few times and this time we stayed for a longer period. We love the location of Jessica’s house. Being able to walk to the beach with our pup every day is priceless. The neighbourhood is friendly and quiet, which we think is perfect. There are still many local restaurants and coffee shops to choose from, and they are run by some amazing people. It’s a lovely spot. The only thing we didn’t love about the house was the fact that most of the windows did not have glass in them. Avellanas is dry and dusty in the dry season, no doubt. But the screen-only windows make the amount of dust and dirt that fly into the house pretty intense. If you don’t mind living in a place with dirt and dust over everything, all the time, then you won’t mind it, but being here for a month and a half made it a little difficult to keep everything clean. And not having any air conditioning meant we needed windows open, so it’s sort of a catch-22. A few more fans might have helped too. The house is huge and full of character. Jessica is so easy to communicate with and a great host.

Great location just a short walk to a beautiful and very private beach! The home is just a the description says. Nothing extravagant and fancy but very functional and spacious. Jessica was a great host and I would definitely recommend.

The best thing about the house is its strategic location, close to two beautiful beaches such as Lagartillo and Eñspecially Avellanas. The house is spacious but since the windows are not air conditioned, which allows dust to enter. The surroundings of the house allow the children to play or entertain themselves.

Lo mejor de la casa es su ubicación estratégica, cerca de dos playas hermosas como Lagartillo y edñspecialmente Avellanas. La casa es espaciosa pero al no tener aire acondicionado las ventanas son con cedazo lo cual permite ingreso del polvo. Los alrededores de la casa permite que los niños jueguen o se entretengan sanamente.

Close to some of the best beaches in Guanacaste, the house is accessible and walking distance to many swimmable and surfable breaks. The loft was perfect for our two kids, who enjoyed sleeping and playing there. The new bathroom is great, and the unique living space is very cool! Thanks for the stay (and the kids loved meeting your horses!)

Extraordinary house, located just around the beach, out of the hustle and bustle. Vehicle essential, 4x4 preferable The negative point for us was the dirt (gas stove, fridge, garbage, sink, sink, kitchen utensils, furniture...) Very little dishes ( e.g. 3 spoons only) A second bathroom was added but the sink had a big leak. Very sketchy hot water in the master bathroom. No there is not not elsewhere. On the welcome side, we did not see anyone on arrival or departure. Just a whatsapp communication, either with Jessica or with an anonymous “contact.” Jessica never responded to our 24-hour early request for checkout, completed 15 days earlier on Airbnb, despite several reminders. We left without knowing if it will be charged or not. Despite this, it is a perfect place to enjoy the magical Pacific Coast.

Extraordinaire maison, située à deux pas de la plage, hors de l'effervescence citadine. Véhicule indispensable, 4x4 préférable Le point négatif a été pour nous la saleté (gazinière, frigidaire, poubelle, évier, lavabo, ustensiles de cuisine, meubles....) Très peu de vaisselle ( p. ex, 3 cuillères seulement) Une deuxième salle de bains a été rajoutée mais le lavabo avait une grosse fuite. Eau chaude très sommaire dans la salle de bains principale. Il n'y en a pas ailleurs. Côté accueil, nous n'avons vu personne ni à l'arrivée ni au départ. Juste une communication par whatsapp, soit avec Jessica, soit avec un «contact» anonyme. Jessica n'a jamais répondu à notre demande d'anticipation de 24h pour le départ, effectuée 15 jours plus tôt sur Airbnb, et malgré plusieurs relances. Nous sommes partis sans savoir si ce sera facturé ou non. Malgré cela, c'est un endroit idéal pour profiter de la magifique côte Pacifique.

A house full of character, and a property full of butterflies, birds, iguanas and monkeys howling at night. The property is close to the beach, in a remote area but within driving distance to Tamarindo, which is a very funky surfer town. It's a perfect place if you are looking for a quiet beach away from the crowds. The beach is wonderful and hardly anyone on it. The house is rather spartan, it is perfect if you are looking for a sort of glamping experience with some dirt and bugs. The fans and air-con are very helpful when it gets hot. The WiFi signal is very good, you will have a reliable internet connection. The hammock on the porch is perfect with a cup of coffee and a good book! The house is next to gravel road but we were lucky to have overnight rain so the dust didn't bother us. The neighbour has three lovely and super friendly dogs. The dogs accompanied us to the beach and we had great time playing in the ocean.

We spent 2 weeks (March 2018) here and had a lot of fun. Jessica is a super host, she even provided us with breakfast and coffee and was always available for questions. The house and garden is huge, the neighbors super nice and helpful; whether it was about fishing,horseback riding or harvesting coconuts Alberto was always there. It is only a short walk to Largatillo beach, in Avellana we were in 20 minutes, to the only mini market in the area in Los Pargos about 30 minutes. The first week we had a rental car to explore the whole national parks, the dirt roads are getting used to, but at least in the dry season easily drivable and also the signs were better than expected. A navigation app for the phone is still helpful. From Lolas otherwise a bus (Avellana Express) goes to Tamarindo Upon entry, we were held to customs, as the house does not have an exact address and the GPS code was not sufficient.....the driver of our shuttle service (Xplore)was then fortunately able to drag us through somehow. Also, all the other locals were always helpful and friendly, but totally unobtrusive. We will definitely be back next year:)

Wir haben 2 Wochen (März 2018) hier verbracht und viel Spass gehabt. Jessica ist eine super Gastgeberin, sie hatte uns sogar Frühstück und Kaffee bereitgelegt und stand bei Fragen immer zur Verfügung. Das Haus und der Garten ist riesig, die Nachbarn super nett und hilfsbereit; ob es ums angeln,reiten oder Kokosnüsse ernten ging Alberto war stets zur Stelle. Zum Strand Largatillo ist es nur ein kurzer Fussweg, in Avellana waren wir in 20 min, zum einzigen Mini Market in der Umgebung in Los Pargos ca. 30 min. Die erste Woche hatten wir einen Leihwagen, um die ganzen Nationalparks zu erkunden, die unbefestigten Straßen sind gewöhnungsbedürftig, aber zumindest in der Trockenzeit problemlos befahrbar und auch die Beschilderung war besser als erwartet. Eine Navi-App fürs Handy ist trotzdem hilfreich. Vom Lolas aus fährt ansonsten ein Bus (Avellana Express) nach Tamarindo Bei der Einreise wurden wir am Zoll festgehalten, da das Haus keine genaue Adresse hat und der GPS Code nicht reichte.....der Fahrer von unserem Shuttle Service (Xplore)konnte uns dann zum Glück irgendwie durchschleusen. Auch alle anderen Einheimischen waren immer hilfsbereit und freundlich, dabei aber total unaufdringlich. Wir kommen nächstes Jahr auf jeden Fall wieder :)

This place is awesome. Very spacious, great air flow, and the wrap around porch is a great place to spend the afternoon! Thanks for everything Jessica.

The house is situated in the nature, near the 'private' beach, what makes it special. The only issues are that one of the bedrooms doens't have any windows, so it's windy and noisy and there are some other special flamates, like giant grasshoppers or iguana on the rooftop. After all, it's still recomendable if one loves nature and peace.

I would highly recommend this air bnb!! The place is perfect- it's a 3 minute walk from Playa Lagartillo, is very spacious, has great ventilation, and comes with all the amenities described. The wraparound porch with a hammock is a great way to escape the hottest hours of the day. Jessica is an outstanding host — extremely helpful, accommodating, and responsive. When our stove ran out of gas on a Friday night after work hours, she got us a replacement within 20 minutes. When our car battery died, she dropped what she was doing and let us borrow her car to jump ours. A truly amazing host. Thanks Jessica!

The house matches the description.. 100% recommended!!

La casa se ajusta a la descripción.. 100% recomendada!!

We had a great time here, loved the house, felt super good here. The place is a little difficult to get to because it's about 10 km on a ballast street, but apart from that the place is strategic, since in addition to being able to go easily, and even walking, to Avellanas or Playa Negra, by car it is less than 40 minutes to the beautiful Conchal or Flamingo. Honestly, I wouldn't think twice to come back

La pasamos genial acá, nos encantó la casa, nos sentimos súper bien aquí. El lugar es un poco difícil de llegar porque son como 10 Km en calle de lastre, pero aparte de eso el lugar es estratégico, ya que además de poder ir fácilmente, y hasta caminando, a Avellanas o Playa Negra, en carro son menos de 40 minutos hasta la preciosa Conchal o Flamingo. La verdad, no lo pensaría dos veces para volver

Superb very large house with typical decor. Located 200 m from a small beach and 2 min from the large avellanas beach.

Superbe maison très grande avec décoration typique. Situé a 200 m d’une petite plage et à 2 min de la grande plage avellanas.

Jessica is a very kind host and left coffee and maps and restaurant picks, so it was was nice to have had the chance to stay at her place and get a taste of the local lifestyle. Unfortunately, the place was not what we were hoping for through no fault of Jessica's and we made a very costly decision to leave after staying only one night of our week-ish reservation. Jessica was accommodating, and check-in (and early checkout) was a breeze with us meeting in person to exchange keys. But in retrospect, I wish we would have tempered our expectations before arriving. So the below are things that others may want to know from someone who has been there even if some of these things were no bother to me. It's big and dusty. Just like the description says, the place has a lot of square footage and is dusty by most people's standards. I understand and enjoy that we share the world with dust and critters, but others should know that dusty means dusty and sandy--it's in a dry part of the country and near the beach after all--and you'll get dusty and sandy and see bugs just as if you were camping. Putting the dust aside, the bathroom is quite clean. It's dark. The pictures look just like the home. The photos are dark, and the home is dark. It's not the camera or angle--it's dark in the house with little lighting. It's dark outside the house and on the porch. With the sun setting at around 6pm, it's dark at the house after that time and you're going to want to leave and hang out elsewhere most likely unless you enjoy sitting in the dark. If there was hot water in the shower, I wasn't able to get it to work, though I tried only once and it was too late to bother anyone considering we were leaving. There's also a bare bones outdoor shower to get the sand off of you before entering the house which I'm sure helps keep the house from getting too dusty. There's a great wrap around porch with a hammock. But it wasn't as relaxing as it may seem because the house is right next to a dirt road that had a surprising amount of traffic over the Christmas holidays, and the noise from the traffic and and dust that blows in each time a vehicle passes was more than I could bear expecting a tranquil, secluded spot. Also, there was something falling/banging/scraping on the roof which could have been tree limbs that needed to be trimmed, but it further contributed to the noise factor. The town nearby and the beach at Lola's are cool. Both require a car and a 10 or so minute drive, but it's a cute little town with a yoga studio and a few restaurants, a corner store, a surf shop, and a touristy hotel type place that has a restaurant and is on the beach--nothing...

Hi Mysha, I'm sorry it affected your trip - I wish you had told me about the shower - no one mentioned it so it didn't get fixed and the next group who came in had no hot water and we had to wait until the weekend was over to fix it. Wish you had let me know so I could have gotten it fixed asap.   Thanks for the input about branches on the roof, I didn't know that either. That can be easily fixed. Thank you for the feedback.

Pleasant house very airy large rooms.  A water issue quickly resolved by the caretaker behind the house. The closest beach 300 m away is nice but it is difficult to swim there. Beautiful beaches 2 km away. Jessica answered all of our questions before and during the stay.

Maison agréable très aérée pièces vastes.  Un problème d'eau vite résolu par le gardien derrière la maison. La plage la plus proche à 300m est agréable mais il est difficile d'y nager. De très belles plages à 2kms. Jessica à répondu à toutes nos questions avant et pendant le séjour.

Excelente ubicación. Tranquilo, gran espacio.

Thank you very much Jessica, our holidays were excellent

Muchas gracias Jessica nuestras vacaciones fueron excelentes

Jessica's home is very special. I would like to be sitting on the deck drinking my morning coffee right now. Listening to the birds and feeling a lovely breeze. Outdoor shower was amazing! The beach is right there. Next time I'd like to just stay at Jessica's for two weeks. Most relaxing place I've been.

Great location, lots of open space.  The host was great and helpful.  

Overall, our experience was exactly what we wanted. I was with a group of four college students on our senior year spring break, looking for something quiet and secluded. The house is in a very rural area, about 25 minutes from Tamarindo, the closest happening town. Still, local restaurants and small bars are very close as well. While it was easy to walk down the dirt path to get to the beach, it's crucial to get a rental car (preferably an SUV, the dirt roads are quite rough). The two beaches where you'd want to spend the day are each about a 5-min drive away, and it's worth driving into Tamarindo to get groceries for the lower prices. The house itself is on a small farm, with a wrap-around porch and hammocks. The master bedroom is air conditioned, and while the other bedroom is not, it still got comfortably cool at night. The ants were a small issue, along with the dust, but both were expected given the land. Jessica was a great host, and made us feel very welcome. We recommend!

We had a great time. The house was as described — rustic, secluded and private. The beach was only a 5 minute walk and was completely private: Only one or two other people in sight. 

The place is really big and well ventilated (which is important for the local weather). It's a bit secluded and quiet, but close to beautiful beaches. There are bugs and stuff, but that's normal in the region. 

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