El Castillo - the main house of LA CAMINATA DEL MONO is your gated hideaway in the perfect location just blocks from the beach - a sanctuary of peace amidst a bustling Tamarindo. Private two bedroom home within a gated property with central pool. Within walking distance to the grocery, market, medical, pharmacy, skatepark, restaurants, excursions, entertainment and more. You will likely be delighted with the frequent visits of the howler monkeys, as well as occasional iguanas! The space The private, gated property boasts two buildings with a shared pool in the center. This listing is for: EL CASTILLO - residential home with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a full kitchen with dining and living area. (Please see our other listings if you would like to rent out the entire property or a different unit). SHARED POOL AREA - An oasis pool with a southern view and overhanging palms. The pool deck includes lounging and cooking. The pool area is shared with other guests of the property only. A trellis archway stretches the entire length of the home's entrance where, in the green season, morning glories cover the drive and invite you in. You will have a private code to enter the gates and the parking space in front of the house has enough parking for either one full sized / SUV car or equivalent. El Castillo is part of La Caminata del Mono, which is located in the heart of Tamarindo, known for its vibrancy and has a unique of mix of modern amenities, natural beauty, youthful energy, wonderful people, an inclusive community, walkability, and a pura vida vibe! There are loads of options of outdoor activities, yoga & health retreats, entertainment & nightlife! Here you'll be close to it all - but secluded enough for privacy and serenity. Playa Tamarindo beach is maybe a 5-10 minute walk from the property (depending on your mobility), and you can also walk to Playa Langosta beach in about 15-20 minutes. THINGS TO EXPLORE IN TAMARINDO AND NEARBY: (don't let this list limit you - there are loads of things to do and explore!) - Day trip sailing cruises - Surfing / Boogie Boarding / Body surfing - Fishing - Estuary Safari Boat Tour - Kayaking - Food tourism - Chocolate tours - Coffee tours - Massages on the beach - Tamarindo Night Market (Thursdays) with live music - Saturday Farmer's Market - Gyrocopter Tours - Zip Lining - Hiking - Scuba Diving - PLAYA AVELLANAS - about 30 min. by car - LA LEONA WATERFALL - about 2 hours by car - THE CATALINA ISLANDS - about 40 minutes by boat - DIAMANTÉ ECO ADVENTURE PARK - about 1 hour by car - RIO NEGRO HOT SPRINGS AND MUD BATH - about 2.5 hours by car - HELICONIAS HANGING BRIDGES TRAIL - about 2.5 hours by car - MONTEVERDE - about 3-3.5 hours by car Guest access Inside the gated property, there are two dwellings; you will have access to one building, which is the main home (El Castillo). There is parking space underneath the property - in front of the downstairs glass doors - and a pool that is shared with guests of the casistas only. The downstairs of El Castillo is not accessible to guests. It is for storage supplies. Other things to note Monkeys (and sometimes Iguanas and occasionally other animals) will often enjoy the Monkey Walk leading to the property, hence the name! They are one of the many attractions of Costa Rica, and you may hear them from time to time outside of the window. As is Tamarindo, there are critters and it's part of the way of life here. Tamarindo also experiences brief power outages regularly. As vibrant as Tamarindo is, we do have quiet time between 11 am and 7 pm so neighbors can enjoy their rest. We have a pack and play / crib in storage - please request in advance so we can set it out for you at check-in time. The whole property is gated, but the pool does not have a separate gate. Please use with caution. Please be sure to read / follow the house rules regarding pool use. Rooftop access to main house is NOT AVAILABLE at this time. Do not attempt to access the roof.

## The Space

El Castillo is the main house of La Caminata del Mono, a private two-bedroom residence within a gated property featuring a central pool. This home offers a peaceful retreat just a few blocks from the beach, providing a quiet sanctuary amid the lively atmosphere of Tamarindo.

The property includes two buildings sharing a centrally located pool. This listing is specifically for El Castillo, which comprises:

- Two bedrooms  
- Two bathrooms  
- A fully equipped kitchen  
- Dining and living areas  

The pool area is an inviting oasis with a southern view and palm trees overhead. The deck offers space for lounging and cooking, and it is shared exclusively with other guests on the property.

A trellis archway runs the length of the home's entrance, often adorned with morning glories during the green season. Guests receive a private code for gate access. The parking space in front of the house accommodates one full-sized or SUV vehicle.

Please note that the downstairs area of El Castillo is reserved for storage and is not accessible to guests.

## Location

La Caminata del Mono is situated in the heart of Tamarindo, a vibrant town known for its blend of modern conveniences, natural beauty, youthful energy, and an inclusive community with a relaxed "pura vida" vibe. The location offers excellent walkability and easy access to a variety of amenities.

Nearby conveniences within walking distance include:

- Grocery stores  
- Markets  
- Medical facilities  
- Pharmacies  
- Skatepark  
- Restaurants  
- Excursion operators  
- Entertainment venues  

The property is approximately a 5 to 10-minute walk from Playa Tamarindo beach, depending on your pace, and about 15 to 20 minutes on foot from Playa Langosta beach.

## Amenities

- Gated property with private code access  
- Central shared pool with lounging and cooking area  
- Parking space for one full-sized or SUV vehicle  
- Fully equipped kitchen in the main house  
- Dining and living spaces  
- Quiet hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for neighborly rest  
- Pack and play crib available upon request  

## Wildlife

Guests may enjoy frequent visits from howler monkeys and occasional sightings of iguanas around the property. The nearby Monkey Walk trail is a common route for these animals. Wildlife sounds are part of the natural experience in Tamarindo.

## Things to Explore in Tamarindo and Nearby

There is a wide range of activities and attractions to discover, including:

- Sailing day trips  
- Surfing, boogie boarding, and body surfing  
- Fishing excursions  
- Estuary safari boat tours  
- Kayaking  
- Food tourism  
- Chocolate and coffee tours  
- Beach massages  
- Tamarindo Night Market with live music (Thursdays)  
- Saturday Farmer’s Market  
- Gyrocopter tours  
- Zip lining  
- Hiking  
- Scuba diving  

Nearby destinations accessible by car or boat include:

- Playa Avellanas (about 30 minutes by car)  
- La Leona Waterfall (about 2 hours by car)  
- The Catalina Islands (about 40 minutes by boat)  
- Diamanté Eco Adventure Park (about 1 hour by car)  
- Rio Negro Hot Springs and Mud Bath (about 2.5 hours by car)  
- Heliconias Hanging Bridges Trail (about 2.5 hours by car)  
- Monteverde (about 3 to 3.5 hours by car)  

## Guest Access

Guests have access to the main house, El Castillo, within the gated property. The pool is shared only with other guests staying on the property. Parking is available in front of the downstairs glass doors.

## Additional Information

- The property experiences occasional brief power outages, which are typical in Tamarindo.  
- The pool area does not have a separate gate; please use it with caution and follow all house rules regarding pool use.  
- Rooftop access to the main house is not permitted. Guests should not attempt to access the roof.  
- Wildlife such as monkeys and iguanas are common and contribute to the local atmosphere.  
- A pack and play crib is stored on-site and can be provided upon advance request at check-in.

Caroline And David

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2BR house

2br 2 bath home with porch - pool -walk to beach - Houses for Rent in Tamarindo, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

The house was everything my friends and I could have wanted. Very walkable to the rest of tamarindo with great restaurants near by. Their property manager was very responsive and helped us set up transportation to and from the airport. We enjoyed our time here!

This is a lovely house with a great front porch overlooking the pool. It’s located behind a secured gate and a private walkway. Walking to town or the beach took just a few minutes and we were surprised on a couple mornings by the monkeys coming right through the property. We met some other lovely guests who were staying in the other units across the way and we ended up barbecuing and hanging out. Everyone had a wonderful time. The hosts were very responsive and did a great job communicating.

great location, great house! very clean. amazing hosts, quick to respond.

Very nice place a bit on the older side but a nice complex. You have the security of being gated with other shared property however parking can be somewhat tight . Overall a very nice place

Very nice place with kind and responsive hosts.

Excellent accommodation, very clean, large, very comfortable house and they helped us with the car issue (electric), he answers messages very quickly and is always available, I would definitely come back

Excelente alojamiento, muy limpio, grande, casa muy cómoda y nos ayudaron con tema del carro ( eléctrico), contesta muy rápido los mensaje y está pendiente, volvería sin duda

Caroline, David and Yira were so accommodating with specific requests that we made and were excellent at responding. <br/>We stayed in the house and had an excellent experience and would definitely return. Loved everything about the place and can't say a bad word.

The location and house are great. So private yet so close to everything we were looking for.  A/C was strong, pool was refreshing but the best part was our hosts, who went way beyond our expectations! I can’t say enough about these two. We had a tough break with the weather and Caroline and David did everything they could think of to make our experience enjoyable. Seriously saved our trip!

Very friendly hosts and always ready to help and seek solutions, Yira is an excellent person who is always ready to help and seek solutions. The house is beautiful but I consider it occupies repairs product of time, water leaks in a wall of a room (they gave me a solution but I didn't want my family to be separated in another apartment) a water filtration on the kitchen floor by the sink and the<br/>Swimming pool also already occupies maintenance on its plating. Yes I would come back again but I consider that my recommendations for the owners even though there was a lot of rain are reasonable regardless of what has rained always looking to improve before everything.

Anfitriones muy amables y dispuestos siempre a ayudar y buscar soluciones, Yira una excelente persona siempre dispuesta a ayudar y buscar soluciones. La casa es bellísima pero considero que ocupa reparaciones producto del tiempo, filtraciones de agua en una pared de una habitación (me dieron una solución pero no quería que mi familia estuviera separada en otro apartamento) una filtración de agua en el piso de la cocina por el fregadero y la<br/>Piscina también ocupa ya mantenimiento en su enchapado. Sí volvería otra vez pero considero que mis recomendaciones para los propietarios a pesar de que hubo bastante lluvia son razonables independientemente de lo que haya llovido siempre buscando mejorar ante todo.

Loved the Castillo we stayed in. We rented the whole house and no one was in the other building so we had the compound to ourselves. Location is fantastic - less than 5 minute walk to the beach and far enough off the main road to be away from busyness of Tamarindo, yet close enough to walk to restaurants, stores and bars (if so inclined). Yira, the property manager, was responsive and accommodating to our needs - she had extra blankets delivered (even though it’s the beach, my wife sleeps cold) and had the gas tank on the BBQ refilled for me. Overall we loved the experience and look forward to returning. My wife is already planning a trip with her 4 sisters and is looking forward to booking the house again. Thank you for a great experience.

Perfect stay for our family of 4. Short walk to the beach and restaurants but felt very private and safe. Saw monkeys from the pool!

The place was very close to town and the beach- just a 5 minute walk. The pool was very clean as well as the home. There was loud construction going on in the area during our whole stay, but we still enjoyed the beautiful space!

The place is beautiful, it exceeded my expectations, the communication with Caroline and with Yira her co-host was excellent, always attentive to my questions and needs. I would definitely go back to this stay. 10/10

El lugar es precioso, superó mis expectativas, la comunicación con Caroline y con Yira su coanfitriona fue excelente siempre atentas a mis consultas y necesidades. Sin duda volvería a este hospedaje. 10/10

Very nice place, nice pool, comfortable bed. Close to the city center and the beach everything is walking. Caroline and David are very kind,  I highly recommend him.

Très bel endroit, belle piscine, lit confortable. Près du centre-ville et de la plage tout se fait à la marche. Caroline et David sont très gentils,  je vous le recommande fortement.

It was really nice! A little far from the beach but still walkable.

They were amazing hosts and helped us with anything and everything we needed! Can’t recommend coming here enough!

2BR House