Casa Dorado

This location is unmatched!! Your own private home with a beautiful pool, yet it is right on the beach. This house is away from all of the high volume touristy areas, yet close enough you can drive (or water taxi) to them if you are looking for that. We basically had our own private beach. We rented surf boards from the local surf shop and used them at our leisure. The surf is great for both beginners are experts. Make sure you have an SUV, as it is an unpaved road to get back to the house. The host is super responsive and will provide so many great recommendations. The best dinner of our entire week was the small local restaurant we walked on the beach to get to.

I have stayed at many AirBNB locations throughout the years and have never written a review. I wanted to now, because Larry, the owner of this house, and his amazing property, made for the vacation of a lifetime. The house was clean, spacious and had all the amenities a larger family would need. Larry greeted us upon arrival, showed us the property and from there we were settled in. We have been a "pool" on vacation family, but with this property, the beach is too close (less than 20 steps) and too warm and fun, to not be there. The sunsets were incredible and the location made us feel like we had the beach all to ourselves, with the busier city of Tamarindo less than a 10 minute walk/boat ride away. The restaurants in the area are fantastic with a variety of food options, markets with fresh fruit/veggies and a number of local coffee shops. The area (and gated community) made us feel safe and comfortable. And the monkeys in the yard was icing on the top. Best vacay ever!!!

My wife, 3 young sons, mother, and I vacationed there and it was absolutely perfect. It's a unique property in the area being two stories and literally right on the beach. The home is exactly as you'd expect for the area, it's a beautiful old house but plenty of all necessary amenities, working A/C, appliances, great water pressure, and the pool and yard are perfect for lounging. Everything is a quick walk down the beach (restaurants, cafe's, bars, beach rentals, market) unless you need a large grocery store or ATM which are a short drive. I also want to comment on how great the host Larry was for us. He gave a very detailed walkthru of everything once we arrived and was there for us the few times we needed him. We will be returning the future!

Casa Dorado is magical. Our family came here three years ago and loved the time we spent together, so we came back to see if it felt the same — it did not disappoint. The slow pace and the convenience of this perfect location are wonderful. You’re on the beach, with a private pool and yard that are clearly well cared for. Larry is on site and takes care of the pool, yard, and patio daily. Short walk to restaurants in the neighborhood as well as quick walk to the estuary, where boats give a quick two-minute ride to Tamarindo when you’re craving more action or wider variety of places to eat/shop. The house itself reflects the relaxed charm of the area. While it doesn’t feature the latest modern upgrades you might have at home, it offers everything you need for a comfortable stay and fits beautifully with the laid-back, beachside setting. Wake up to an incredible view and end the day watching gorgeous sunsets. Our family certainly hopes to return one day…

We had an amazing stay at this beachfront Airbnb near Tamarindo, Costa Rica! The location right on the sand was perfect for relaxing sunsets and ocean vibes, and everything was spotless and well-equipped. Our host was incredibly responsive and made us feel right at home. Highly recommend— we'll be back! 5 stars! 🌴🏖️

Location, Location, Location!! The location and beauty were unbeatable! We had the beach to ourselves most of the time since we were across the estuary from busy Tamarindo. Sunsets were glorious! Larry and Gary were great hosts and very responsive to any issue. They even arranged for a nearby restaurant to stay open for us on the night of our arrival, and accompanied us for the walk there and back so we wouldn’t get lost in the dark! The pool and grounds and BBQ were cleaned and prepared for us every morning, the beds were very comfortable and plenty of beach and outdoor towels were available for our use. We ate most of our meals at the rustic but beautiful villa, and the kitchen was well supplied. Fresh fish was delivered to our door, which was awesome! We managed without a car, and it was a bit of a trek to get groceries, but so worth the trouble! We would stay again at Casa Durado!

Our group review (6 mo-adults): Hopefully my consistent 17 years of traveling to CR will help justify my review. Casa Dorado is a gem! It has it all. Lets start at the ocean, my favorite spot. Two amazing surf spots right there, with low line ups. Amazing swimming and playing in the ocean for all ages. Endless walks, perfect sunsets and beautiful views. As you take your 10 steps from the beach to your beautiful grass lawn with a gorgeous swimming pool, the beauty continues. As for the lawn, a great space for yoga, small soccer play, or whatever you want. The pool is truly wondrous and an inviting place where you can see everything and where many spend their time. An outdoor covered area with seating, tables, and hammocks. A full kitchen inside faces it all and allows you to cook your away and not miss out on the fun! Relaxing living room and 4 rooms with 4 full baths for everyone to have their own. Larry and Gary (the hosts) are the magic of this place and bring it all together.