Brand new luxury villa just 2 min by car from Playa Hermosa, one of the best surf spots in the world. And in just 10 min, you are in the center of Santa Teresa. The villa has a beautiful private infinity pool and a spacious deck with breathtaking mountain and jungle views. It is peaceful and safe. There is also a yoga deck on the property that you can use. And the best is - one yoga class and one surf class (for 2 people) is included in the price!!!

## The Space

This brand-new luxury villa is located just a 2-minute drive from Playa Hermosa, renowned as one of the top surfing destinations worldwide. The center of Santa Teresa is only 10 minutes away by car.

The villa features a beautiful private infinity pool and a roomy deck that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and jungle. The environment is tranquil and secure, providing a peaceful retreat.

Additionally, the property includes a dedicated yoga deck available for your use.

## Included Amenities

- One yoga class for two people  
- One surf lesson for two people  

Both classes are included in the rental price.

And in just 10 min, you are in the center of ...

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2BR luxury villa in San Jose

Luxury villa, private pool, 2 min from the beach - Houses for Rent in Manzanillo, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

We stayed at Villa Dragonfly for five wonderful days with my three boys, ages 5 to 13, and Barbara and John were absolutely incredible hosts. Barbara checked on us several times during the drive and kept me updated on the safest and best routes based on the traffic and road conditions. When we arrived later than planned, she even gave me food to prepare for the boys that evening. John’s surf lessons (included in the booking) were a highlight of the trip. My boys had never surfed before, but he had them riding waves on their very first day. They enjoyed it so much that they immediately signed up for another lesson! The villa is stunning, comfortable, and even more beautiful than the photos. The pictures truly do not do it justice. Between the home, the restaurants, the food, the people, and especially the amazing hosts, there is no better place to stay near Santa Teresa. Thank you, Barbara and John, for helping our family create unforgettable memories!

Simply the best!!  After ten years of great Airbnb stays this one stands alone.  Amazing place in all respects.  Awesome view from the back deck, great private infinity pool, wonderful architecture of the house.   Monkeys (Mother and her baby) visited the back deck to steal papayas.  Barbara is  awesome; if desired she will organize great activities (like ATV to the waterfall) and her restaurant recommendations were outstanding (Al Chile Viola is a must);  Our yoga lesson on her beautiful onsite yoga deck was a highlight of the trip.  Can't wait to go back!

Barbara’s property was the perfect location for a quiet relaxed getaway. She was very responsive and gave amazing recommendations on restaurants and things to do in the area. Barbara was nice enough to help us book private massages to the villa and a private chef for the night we celebrated our anniversary. The house is beautiful and you can’t beat the views from the pool. If you’re thinking about booking this place 100% do it!

Barbara’s place was amazing. We stayed for a week and felt right at home in our little slice of tranquility and nature. Barbara and John are such helpful and gracious hosts, they help make exploring the area smooth and easy. The pool was gorgeous and refreshing, the views to die for, and with comforts of home throughout. It was a nice short ride down the hill to the beaches and towns. And just far enough away to feel private and secluded. I highly recommend renting ATVs - I wish we had them all week - exploring the area in them is definitely the way to go! Our rental car worked, but it just wasn’t the same. I’m grateful to have stayed here and gotten to explore this amazing area.

Staying with Barbara and Johnny was a blast. The space is fantastic, beautiful pool, and perfect location. Definitely take them up on a yoga or surf lesson.

Barbara was an amazing host! Her place is absolutely stunning and in the perfect location — close to the beach, great shops, and so many delicious restaurants. We traveled with our one-year-old, and the accommodations for families were incredible. She provided a crib, high chair, bathtub, and even pool toys, which made traveling so much easier for us. They were so friendly, and her husband even helped us with our car seat since we were having trouble. We also loved seeing monkeys from the back deck. If you’re hesitant to book, just do it. This ended up being one of our favorite family vacations, and we already can’t wait to come back someday!

The place truly felt like home. We loved every moment of our stay, the outdoor space and pool were absolutely amazing and made the experience even more special. Everything felt peaceful, comfortable, and unique. Barbara was a wonderful host, and we would definitely love to come back!

A paradise-like place; it's even more impressive than the photos. The hosts, Barbara and John, were extremely friendly and always willing to help us with anything. They made us feel at home. Once again, thank you both so much for everything!!! It's a place surrounded by nature. On the day of our arrival, we were also welcomed by a family of monkeys, which we saw passing through the trees in front of the spectacular pool. Highly recommended place. We hope to come back some day.

Lugar paradisiaco, es aún más impresionante que en las fotos. Los anfitriones Bárbara y John fueron sumamente amables y siempre dispuestos a colaborarnos en cualquier tema. Nos hicieron sentir como en nuestra casa. Nuevamente muchas gracias a ambos por todo!!! Es un lugar rodeado por la naturaleza, el día de nuestra llegada también nos vinieron a dar la bienvenida una familia de monos, que vimos pasar por los árboles enfrente de la espectacular piscina. Lugar súper recomendado. Esperamos algún día poder volver.

The villa was literally luxury in the middle of the jungle. Our family absolutely loved our stay there. Barbara and John were amazing hosts. The kids and I did a lesson with John and everyone got up and was surfing by the end. They helped us book ATVs and had great recommendations. For anyone considering booking this little slice of heaven, please do better planning than me. If you fly into San Jose, make sure you fly in early enough to catch the ferry to get there. You do not want to have to take an alternate route. It is literally through the jungle up very steep hills, and if you rent a car, you MUST rent a 4x4. ALSO, I wish I would have known in advance that you can catch a local flight from San Jose to an airport very close to the villa. Ask Barbara for those details before booking.

We enjoyed our visit to Barbara and John very much. The villa was as described; everything was provided. We were received in a very friendly manner; the two of them took very good care of us. The view and the pool are a dream. However, the path to the villa is very bumpy; we recommend a four-wheel-drive vehicle.

Der Besuch bei Barbara und John hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Villa war wie beschrieben, es war alles vorhanden. Wir wurden sehr freundlich empfangen, die beiden haben sich sehr um einen gekümmert. Der Blick und der Pool sind ein Traum. Allerdings ist der Weg zur Villa sehr holprig, empfehlenswert ist ein Allrad.

Beautiful house. Excellent experience to spend a few days with friends and enjoy Costa Rica's natural beauty! From the pool, you can see a wide variety of birds and monkeys that live in the area. Communication with Bárbara was very easy, clear, and friendly.

Linda casa. Excelente experiencia para passar uns dias entre amigos e curtir a natureza da Costa Rica! Da piscina se pode ver uma grande variedade de pássaros e macacos que habitam a região. Comunicação com a Bárbara foi muito fácil, clara e amigável.

We loved, loved, loved villa dragonfly. The house is spectacular!Barbara and John were attentive hosts, going above and beyond with their recommendations and helping to book excursions. As first time travellers to Costa Rica, we were confident and comfortable with our plans thanks to them.

Absolutely amazing experience. Barbara and her husband were always available for general questions and recommendations. It exceeded everything I expected and am counting the days until I can come back. Beautiful home, beautiful outside space, and flawless communication. If I could give 6 stars I would.

We had a wonderful stay at Barbara and John’s place near Playa Hermosa. They were incredibly friendly and accommodating from the moment we arrived. My wife and I were traveling with our two daughters, ages two years and seven months, and they made us feel right at home. They were thoughtful, flexible, and genuinely warm hosts, which made a big difference for our family. The property itself was beautiful, clean, well kept, and very relaxing. The private infinity pool was especially lovely and became our little oasis during the hot days. The property also has a private gate, which made us feel very secure and at ease throughout our stay. The location was excellent as well. Playa Hermosa was perfect for the kids, with calm water and an easy, enjoyable beach experience for a young family. We’d absolutely stay here again and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Barbara and John’s place to anyone, especially families traveling with young children.

The house was gorgeous!  Everything was clean and comfortable.  The beds and bedding were very comfortable.  It was a beautiful place to return to every day after our fun excursions.  The pool was refreshing every morning and evening.  Barbara’s yoga class was perfect!  We did it in the evening and could see the howler monkeys swinging through the trees.  John taught my son and daughter-in-law to surf.  They both did awesome, especially since it was their first time.  They both attributed their success to John’s expert instruction.  Both John and Barbara have very loving and sweet spirits!

We had a super lovely stay at Barbara’s place. We were two couples and were more than comfortable. The location is great - just minutes from the best stretch of Santa Teresa and Playa Hermosa. Plus, Barbara was a great host - super communicative and flexible and helpful. Also we took a surf lesson with John, highly recommend!!

Everything was perfect! The place is even nicer in real life than in the photos. We could even watch howler monkeys right in front of the house. Barbara is very hospitable, gave us many recommendations for the area. The surf lesson with her husband was great and a lot of fun! We will be happy to come back!

Alles war perfekt! Die Unterkunft ist in echt noch schöner, als auf den Fotos. Wir konnten direkt vorm Haus sogar Brüllaffen beobachten. Barbara ist sehr gastfreundlich, hat uns viele Empfehlungen für die Gegend gegeben. Die Surf Stunde mit ihrem Mann war super und hat viel Spaß gemacht! Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!

Beautiful location and view. Our family spent a lot of time outside, whether it was in the pool or on the loungers, it was truly peaceful. Barbara was amazing, incredibly sweet and super responsive. I highly recommend taking a surf lesson (or two!) with her husband, John!

Extremely friendly host, lost of amazing recommandation and really responsive :) We really loved our stay, the place was like the pictures and we highly recommend you staying there!!! The location was calm while being really close to restaurants and beaches. We would gladly be back if we visit again! Thanks again :)

Simply Marvelous. Clean, gorgeous, great pool, delightful hosts.

Don’t hesitate, BOOK now! We are just getting back from our honeymoon in CR and we couldn’t have chosen a better place or a better host. Every single recommendation she gave us checked out and everything that she booked for us was seamless and perfection! We went all out seeing that this was our honeymoon. We can vouch that the taxi drivers were great & on time, the Mula rental rec due to the rainy season was ideal and the best way to get around, the fishing guide was great, our favorite bookings were the private chef at the house and the private Tortuga island trip. We loved waking up in the mornings & making our own breakfast and watching/listening to the howler monkeys. One of our favorite places to eat/drink was the brewery right down the road. Thanks Barbara, for everything!

Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely villa! Love your dear dog too. A beautiful setting, with a lovely swimming pool. We would love to come back!

Dank voor het mogen verblijven in jullie fijne villa! Dol ook op jullie lieve hond. Een prachtige omgeving, met een zalig zwembad. We komen graag terug!

What an incredible stay we had!!! Thank you Barbara for being so accommodating to our needs and arranging additional tours etc for us. The home itself is gorgeous, from the drive in and meeting Chispa (the doggo we fell in love with) to the outdoor shower and exquisite views, all was gorgeous. We got to experience the wildlife from the patio, when we had some monkeys visit us on 2 mornings, perched on the deck railing. Santa Teresa was stunning (other than the potholes lol) and we loved every minute of it. Barbara's communication was excellent, never kept us waiting on any requests or information, we appreciated it so much. We will be back!

Barbara is super helpful and friendly with her guests, the house is beautiful and over-equipped. Spectacular pool and for those who love a quiet environment surrounded by nature, this is the place! Just as a recommendation, sometimes the locks on certain sliding doors, such as the ones in the bedrooms or even the main one, were a little uncomfortable, but apart from that everything was spectacular, I would definitely come back! :)

Barbara es súper atenta y amigable con sus huéspedes, la casa es preciosa y demasiado equipada. Piscina espectacular y para quienes aman un entorno tranquilo y rodeado de naturaleza este es el lugar! Únicamente como recomendación a veces era un poco incómodo el tema de las cerraduras de ciertas puerta corredizas como la de los cuartos o incluso la principal pero de ahí en fuera todo fue espectacular, volvería sin ninguna duda! :)

Our stay at this luxury villa in Santa Teresa was incredible! From the moment we arrived, it was clear every detail had been thoughtfully prepared. The villa was spotless, fully stocked with essentials, and the amenities—from the washer and dryer to the kitchen appliances—were in perfect condition. A special highlight was the kind and helpful housekeeper and host , who went above and beyond to ensure our comfort. The bed and pillows made for perfect nights of sleep, the shower had great pressure with instant hot water, and the pool was the absolute crown jewel of the property. This villa truly delivers luxury with thoughtful touches that made our stay unforgettable. We would absolutely return and recommend it to anyone visiting Santa Teresa.

Beautiful stay - looks exactly like the pictures, only tricky thing is getting there the roads leading up are very bad you definitely need a 4x4 vehicle with good tires. other then that, great place, monkeys and beautiful wildlife surrounding it! also bugs! bring bug spray!!!!

This was the best AirBnB experience I’ve ever had! The place is absolutely gorgeous and situated near the beach and Santa Teresa which is a great town with lots of excellent dining options. The host, Barbara, gave us great information and recommendations. She even shared her and her husband’s experiences about moving there and buying the property. I can’t recommend this place enough.

Gorgeous house close to Santa Teresa. Barbara’s recommendations are amazing. Follow her lead. We did surf lessons and the trip in ATVs to Montezuma and both were incredible experiences.

Beautiful house – absolute recommendation! The house at Barbara's in Santa Teresa is simply fantastic. It looks exactly like the pictures – if not even more beautiful. The view from the pool to the mountains is breathtaking, and from the terrace we could even watch monkeys. The decor is incredibly tasteful and cozy, so we felt super comfortable from the first moment. Thanks also for the great tips and info and the surf lessons – we'd love to come back!

Wunderschönes Haus – absolute Empfehlung! Das Haus bei Barbara in Santa Teresa ist einfach traumhaft. Es sieht genauso aus wie auf den Bildern – wenn nicht sogar noch schöner. Die Aussicht vom Pool in die Berge ist atemberaubend, und von der Terrasse aus konnten wir sogar Affen beobachten. Die Einrichtung ist unglaublich geschmackvoll und gemütlich, sodass wir uns vom ersten Moment an super wohl gefühlt haben. Vielen Dank auch für die tollen Tips und Infos und den Surfunterricht – wir kommen sehr gerne wieder!

My stay with Barbara and John in Santa Teresa was nothing short of spectacular! Their place was top-notch, impeccably clean, and perfectly situated to soak in the vibrant local vibe. Barbara’s yoga session was a blissful way to unwind the day, guiding us through serene flows that left us rejuvenated. John’s surf lesson was an absolute blast. His enthusiasm and expert tips made riding the waves both thrilling and accessible. Their warm hospitality and incredible amenities made this an unforgettable retreat I’d recommend to anyone!

We absolutely loved our stay! Barbara was extremely helpful for the entire trip. She helped us book so many fun activities and was so responsive and available. We had an amazing time and will be back! Pura vida!

we had a great time at Barbara's. surf course and yoga was sooooo good. Accommodation is so well thought out and so beautiful

wir hatten eine super Zeit bei Barbara. surf Kurs und Yoga war sooooo gut. Unterkunft ist so duchdacht und so schön

We had an incredible stay at Villa Dragonflies! The house is stunning and Barbara and John are the very best hosts. The location is magical - private and calm with incredible views and nature all around.  And it’s 2 mins from the BEST beach in the area. What’s not to LOVE - we seriously didn’t want to leave!

Barbara was an absolutely amazing  hostess and her home was breathtaking - every aspect of our stay here was perfect. The beds were sooo comfy, the space was so beautiful and the hospitality was second to none! My husband and two older children did yoga with Barbara and are still raving about their experience. Thank you, Barbara and Jon for a beautiful stay!

Our host was great and the place was amazing.

John and Barbara were amazing hosts! 10/10 recommend doing surf lessons with John, he is a great instructor!! We had a great stay and highly recommend this place for everyone!!!

This home is gorgeous. There is great natural light at all times of day, breathtaking views and beautiful outdoor spaces. We were running late to check in and Barbara waited to help us. She was very flexible, helpful, responsive and friendly. We had a lovely stay.

We just felt right at home. The place is spectacular for a relaxing vacation! Less than 5 minutes from the beach! It's definitely A place we would return to in Playa Hermosa

Simplemente nos sentimos como en casa. El lugar es espectacular para unas vacaciones relajadas! A menos de 5min de la playa! Definitivamente es al Lugar que volveríamos en Playa Hermosa

Barbara was fantastic! Very helpful in providing destination info and places to visit. Her husband was very friendly as well! The place was very peaceful and close to everything! She even let me practice my Spanish with her (it had been years since I practiced). Overall a great host and place and would stay again!

Ten stars is not enough. Her home (and Santa Teresa) are magical. We loved our place so much we joked about canceling plans to just hang out there:) A million stars is not enough to describe how helpful, patient and nice she is. I had sooooo many questions and she answered every single one almost immediately. Lastly- she gave us recommendations and then booked them for us! Every thing she suggested was perfect for us! It is - hands down- the best AirBnb I have ever stayed in. We can’t wait to go back!

Barbara and John were literally the kindest people in Costa Rica you could stay with. Our toddler, the biggest food critic of them all loved every food recommendation we received. He danced to the music in restaurants and was welcomed with love by locals. The home is so private, relaxing, beautifully decorated, everyone in our family felt at home here. We cooked in the kitchen and found it fully equipped and easy to cook for a group. We loved watching monkeys swaying on neighboring trees and birds singing each morning near the large deck. We slept so peacefully in their comfortable large beds every night and the space was quite large so our kiddo got to get his wiggles out. Their pool was the perfect temperature everyday and large enough you could do laps. John provided such a throughout and very legit surf lesson.  Overall we LOVED this home and it was well worth the journey into this cool little surf town. - Christina

Great location right at the top of the hill. Pool overlooking the trees. We saw monkeys from the back deck. The hosts were very helpful in recommending local spots. They even included surf lessons for us. The town it is located in is small and private but it is only 15 minutes to Santa Theresa where there are a lot more food options. Roads are a bit rough but manageable. We had an excellent time and would recommend this spot to anyone!

Best accommodation in the Santa Teresa and Playa Hermosa region, the house is simply wonderful and exactly as pictured, the hosts Barbara and John helped us with absolutely everything, we needed several directions and help and they were always willing to help, and don't miss the surf lesson with John! The house is beautiful and very safe, it is very close to the beach, this accommodation deserves the best rating! Everything was perfect and I would come back several times! Beautiful house and excellent hosts!!

Melhor hospedagem na regiao de Santa Teresa e Playa Hermosa, a casa simplesmente maravilhosa e exatamente como nas fotos, os anfitrioes Barbara e John nos ajudaram em absolutamente tudo, precisamos de varias indicacoes e ajuda e eles estavam sempre dispostos a ajudar, alem disso nao deixe de fazer a aula de surf com o John! A casa eh linda e muito segura, esta muito perto da praia, essa acomodacao merece a melhor nota! Foi tudo perfeito e voltaria varias vezes! Casa linda e anfitrioes excelentes!!

Barbara and Johns place exceed our expectations. The pictures don’t do it justice it was truly beautiful. They were also amazing hosts and went above and beyond to help make our stay very special. I would heavily recommend staying here and with this host! Barbara gave many great recommendations and even helped my boyfriend (now fiancée) plan a surprise proposal at the local beach! This was truly a trip to remember and the beautiful house and amazing hosts made our stay even more incredible.

Sure! Here’s a polished Airbnb review you can use: ⸻ We had a wonderful stay! The property is absolutely beautiful and looks exactly like the photos—peaceful, stylish, and thoughtfully designed. It’s in a remote area, which adds to the tranquility, but still close enough to Santa Teresa where you’ll likely spend most of your time. Just be aware that the roads in the area are all dirt and can be a bit rough, so make sure you have a car that can handle the terrain. Overall, a perfect blend of seclusion and access to everything you need. Would definitely stay again!

Everything about this home was amazing and the host Barbara was the cherry on top. The home was exactly what we were expecting. The pool is fantastic throughout the day for a quick cool down and even more wonderful in the evening looking at the beautiful views. Barbara was so helpful at giving great suggestions for getting groceries and her restaurant recommendations were perfect! She and her husband graciously returned a water toy that slipped over the infinity edge. I absolutely hope to stay at this home again in the future.

We are very pleased with our stay in Barbra and John’s guest house it’s absolutely beautiful and looks just like the pictures! The infinity pool over looking the jungle was our favorite part! So relaxing especially at sunset. Barbra is an amazing communicator she helped us set up getting our flights from San Jose to cabano, ATV, booking different excursions, also recommending different local restaurants. I would 100% recommend staying here to anyone. No complaints.

Barbara and Jon have created such a unique space that grabs you the minute you arrive. Rooms flooded with natural light and comfy couches. Large open spaces that welcome the outdoors in and leave you with a view to die for. The infinity swimming pool shares that view which one never tires of day after day. Fully functional kitchen, air conditioning and fans keep you cool. Waking up to Howler Monkeys and bird songs made this Aussie couples stay complete. We loved every minute of our stay. 5 stars all round.

A very nice and safe place to share with family and/or friends. We loved it and would definitely come back :)

Un lugar muy agradable y seguro para compartir en familia y/o amigos. Nos encantó y definitivamente volveríamos :)

Best place to stay in Costa Rica !!! ☺️ It was all perfect ! Fantastic villa with stunning views and infinity pool. Above all, we also liked the warmth and hospitality of Barbara and Josh very much. Just great, an absolute dream accommodation, we would love to come back !! ☺️

Die beste Unterkunft in Costa Rica !!! ☺️ Es war alles perfekt ! Taumhafte Villa mit atemberaubender Aussicht und Infinity Pool. Vor allem aber hat uns auch die Herzlichkeit und Gastfreundschaft von Barbara und Josh sehr gefallen. Einfach großartig, eine absolute Traumunterkunft, wir wollen gerne wieder kommen !! ☺️

Absolutely beautiful place that made us never want to leave…even to go to the beach!  The view is incredible…we were entertained by monkeys, squirrels and all kinds of birds.  This villa has everything you need for a very comfortable stay.  Barbara and her husband were great hosts and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!!!

Very satisfied with the stay and with Barbara, I will probably return.

Muy satisfecha con la estadía y con Barbara, probablemente regresaré .

Great place with sensational views including monkeys. We enjoyed the house and the yoga lesson very much.

Tolle Unterkunft mit sensationellem Blick inclusive Affen. Wir haben das Haus und die Yogastunde sehr genossen.

If I could leave more stars for this review, I would! Barbara’s villa in Manzanillo was easily my favorite of all of our travels. Barbara was an amazing hostess. She greeted us with a warm welcome to show us the grounds and made us feel right at home. The Villa itself is remarkable. Pictures don’t do it justice. My contractor husband and I were in awe of the attention to detail that was put in with a modern flare. What a gorgeous property! We appreciated the deep infinity pool overlooking the green jungle that was perfect for cooling off after a day of adventuring in nearby Santa Teresa. I personally loved the magical yoga platform with such wonderful views. Book a yoga session with Barbara! She has such beautiful energy. We were lucky to catch a surf lesson with Barbara’s husband John. What a treat! These two are a very special couple. I can’t say enough about this rental. We are trying to find a way back here soon! Thank you John & Barbara! Pura vida!

Awesome Home in Costa Rica. Barbara and John have built a magnificent and private residence, located close to Santa Teresa and Montezuma beaches. A gated modern residence with your own private infinity edge pool that looks over jaw dropping valley views. We loved the monkeys and the wildlife that visited on occasion and the drop dead quiet nights. Creature comforts like AC are in every room. All the appliances you would expect in a beautifully laid out kitchen enabled us to cook easily across a few of the nights we stayed, and then enjoy the food poolside. Many restaurants are nearby and if you are surfing then the drive down to beaches is close. Our stay included a yoga session by Barbara and we even switched one surfing lesson for a mediation one. These hosts are warm, genuine and just the loveliest people that know how to balance attentive service with privacy.

I never leave reviews but Barbara's Airbnb home was beyond my wildest dreams. It was my friend’s 30th bday and they made the whole experience so special. She and her husband were so welcoming and helpful and they made us feel safe and right at home. Barbara's recommendations and suggestions for things to do in the area and ways to get around were amazing, and she was so responsive to any question we had regardless of the hour. Beyond the incredible service, her home was so clean, beautiful and peaceful. Booking this place would be the best thing you do if you're visiting Santa Teresa or the surrounding area - Barbara has been the best Airbnb host my friends and I have ever had, and her home and her service were both out of this world!

Barbara was an amazing host and helped create one of the best Airbnb experiences. Her home was the perfect oasis!

This is by far the best Airbnb experience I have ever had. Barbara and her husband made us feel right at home! The home is beautiful and they were great at responding to our questions. We took her yoga class and loved it, wish we had time to take another! We felt so relaxed after. Later on we took her husbands surfing class and also loved that! I live on the coast and he gave me some pointers that have definitely helped. They're amazing teachers! Would recommend taking both of their classes. Loved the experience so much we will be visiting them again! They're amazing!

We had a fabulous stay at Barbara's home in Santa Teresa.  It was only a 2min drive from several great cafes, restaurants, and a small grocery, as well as the parking area for Playa Hermosa.  Downtown Santa Teresa is only about 10min away.  The home was beautifully decorated and very comfortable in the afternoons when it was too hot to be on the beach, with plenty of shade outside and good air conditioning.  Both bedrooms were large and comfortable.  We cooked several nights in the kitchen, which was well appointed.  Roads to the home really aren't bad, especially compared to the Nosara area.  We're excited to return someday!

Beautiful. Serene. Perfection. Barbara was very responsive and had a great time at a surfing lesson with John! Easy drive (4x4 or rent ATV a must) to Santa Theresa for plenty of amazing dinner options. Beach a close drive. The guest house was exquisite. Highly recommend!!!

We had a great time at Barbara's place. We were with a 1-year-old baby and it was very suitable (secured, baby chair, baby bed, air conditioning, etc.) Barbara is a super welcoming host, very attentive, and extremely responsive to the slightest concern. The accommodation is very quiet and peaceful, no surrounding noise. The accommodation is accessible without a 4x4 although the road is a bit bumpy (like many in Costa Rica). We recommend it without hesitating!

Nous avons passé un super séjour dans le logement de Barbara. Nous étions avec un bébé de 1 an et c’était très adapté (sécurisé, chaise bébé, lit bébé, climatisations, etc.) Barbara est une hôte super accueillante, aux petits soins, et extrêmement réactive au moindre petit soucis. Le logement est très calme et paisible, aucun bruit environnant. Le logement est accessible sans 4x4 bien que la route soit un peu accidentée (comme beaucoup au Costa Rica). On recommande sans hésiter !

We enjoyed the days in this stylish oasis of well-being, thank you Barbara!

Wir haben die Tage in dieser stilvollen Wohlfühloase genossen,  vielen Dank Barbara!

11/10 space (it’s absolutely stunning). 12/10 hosts (Barbara and her husband are incredibly kind and loving people). Free surf lesson. Would highly(!!) recommend.

Aesthetically beautiful place! Drive was a bit rough, but location, beach, food nearby was awesome!!!!!!!! House is very cozy, pool is a huge plus!

We LOVED every moment of our time at the Dragonfly Villas. The host was so kind and very welcoming. We hope to be back one day soon!

Top recommendation in Santa Teresa/playa Hermosa. Staying at this villa was pure magic! Waking up to the serene beauty of the forest right in front of the terrace and being so close to the beach brought us pure happiness. The infinity pool, outdoor shower, and yoga deck were absolutely heavenly – a true slice of paradise! The villa was clean, the beds are very comfortable. The kitchen is modern, has all necessary equipment. Barbara and John were incredible hosts, always available and happy to provide helpful information. Their warmth made our stay even more special. We absolutely loved our time here and can’t wait to come back one day. Highly recommend this villa to anyone looking for a perfect escape. 🌴 Pura Vida!

10/10 would HIGHLY recommend staying at Barbara’s place. Her and her husband John are very friendly and super helpful. We stayed here over Christmas 2024, and it was the perfect escape to relax and rejuvenate ourselves. The home is designed perfectly with high end finishes that makes you want to stay forever. :) We arrived as strangers and left as friends! We will definitely be back

Amazing Airbnb. Gorgeous house with beautiful surroundings in an area right by the beach and great restaurants. Barbara is extremely nice, helpful, and made us feel very welcomed. I highly recommend booking a yoga session with her!

Thank you so much Barbara and John! We had such a wonderful stay. Your home was the perfect little sanctuary for my family and we loved the proximity to the best beach in town. Appreciate you both. Such lovely people you are. Thank you for all the care and consideration, and support during our stay.

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