Steps from Pilón Beach, this 3BR surf house offers ocean sounds, en-suite rooms, and panoramic canopy views. Walk to three world-class breaks, then unwind in a lush garden.
Overview
- Three comfortable bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and beautiful views.
- Located just meters from Pilón Beach and its impressive peeling waves.
- The sound of the ocean can be heard from the property.
- A car is not necessary, as the beach and surf breaks are within walking distance.
- The host family lives on-site in a separate unit and provides a personalized experience.
Concierge Services
Full concierge service is available, including:
- Transfers
- Gourmet meals
- Surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, and horses
- Equipment rentals
- Lessons
- Tours
The Space
The house stays cool thanks to its excellent insulation and natural breezes. It is arranged across three levels.
Ground Level
The ground floor has an open layout, apart from the fully equipped kitchen, which is ideal for preparing meals. A beautiful mango-wood dining table seats 10 people comfortably and overlooks the garden. A serving window connects the dining area to the kitchen, making it easy to move between the two spaces.
The corridor includes:
- A hanging lounge bed
- A hammock
- A toilet for added convenience
First Floor
A large, open living room separates the two bedrooms, providing privacy between them. This level includes:
- A hardwood ping-pong table
- Four couches for relaxing, reading, or playing the ukulele
- Yoga mats
- TRX equipment
- Resistance bands
The living room also provides an ideal space for yoga and post-surf stretching.
Top Level
At the height of the mango tree canopy is the Bird’s Nest, a cozy bedroom with panoramic views, including views of the ocean. It also has a private bathroom.
Garden and Outdoor Area
The property is fully enclosed for safety and privacy and is beautifully landscaped with fruit trees and ornamental plants. Guests may find a variety of fresh fruits and herbs growing around the property, including:
- Young coconuts for coconut water
- Papayas
- Bananas
- Mangos
- Pineapples
- Star fruit
- Guanábanas
- Surinam cherries
- Miracle fruit
- Ginger
- Turmeric
- Lemongrass
The garden also features several swings and a slackline, giving children space to play while parents relax in a safe, controlled environment.
Nearby Attractions
Within a short walking distance, guests can enjoy:
- Three world-class surf breaks, with options suited to different conditions and skill levels
- An empty beach stretching for miles
- Beautiful surrounding pastureland, where cows and horses can often be seen
- A wide variety of birds, including scarlet macaws, toucans, hummingbirds, and many others
Guest Access and Transportation
A car is not necessary, as the surf breaks are accessible on foot. A supermarket is located approximately one mile away, and local trucks regularly deliver fresh fruits and vegetables directly to the property.
Fresh fish can be purchased at the beach directly from the boats.
For exploring the surrounding area, guests can use:
- Local taxis, which can take you anywhere
- A rental quad delivered to the property upon arrival
Guests arriving by car will find plenty of parking space inside and in front of the property.
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Recent Reviews
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Dean
2 weeks ago
Great place, really nice people, can't get a better location if u want to surf
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Michelle
1 month ago
We had an awesome time staying at Brais’ place. The location was perfect, the neighborhood had such a friendly, local feel, and it was easy to settle right in. We loved being so close to great surf, and it made for an amazing trip. One afternoon we were treated to local tamales, the best we’ve ever had! We’ll definitely stay here again and can’t wait to come back!
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Jeff
3 months ago
Staying here really makes you feel like a local. Brais and G are awesome, super welcoming and just really great people. They make the whole experience feel special, whether it’s pointing you to the best waves or showing you how to pull a coconut off the tree, cutting it and drinking the best coconut water you’ve ever had. The house has everything you need. Great AC in the bedrooms, comfy beds, and a kitchen that’s more than fully stocked. They will hook you up with the local produce truck (incredible fruit, veggies, even local chickens) and will point you to where to get fresh fish. You’re not just a tourist here, you actually feel like you’re experiencing the place the right way. Brais is also a certified surf instructor and has a great selection of boards right there. So whether you’re looking to learn to surf or just want great insights on the Pilon breaks he’s an amazing resource. Can’t recommend it enough. Pilon is beautiful on its own, but staying here is the best.
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Emily
3 months ago
Staying at Brais’s place is a very special experience. The home is on a property where our exceptional hosts, Brais and G, live with their small children. There is another unit on the property as well. But despite the proximity, my husband and I were very happy with the space and privacy (we did book the entire home rather than just one room). The home is not fancy but quite comfortable with indoor-outdoor living, a beautiful garden, air-conditioned bedrooms, and a very well-stocked kitchen. The location is unbeatable - a very short walk down the road to the waves and a walkable beach. Brais has a great collection of boards, and the best tips for the local breaks. Pavones grocery stores are notoriously lacking, but Brais and G hooked us up with wonderful home-baked bread, local milk, eggs, fruit, and even fresh tamales. The vegetable truck rolls through a couple of times weekly. We loved our time here so much that we extended our stay, and we hope to return again soon.
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Colleen
4 months ago
Brais and G went above and beyond as hosts. They are so kind and thoughtful and made me and my friends feel so at home. G’s bread is amazing (highly recommend ordering it) and they have a great board selection. We are all planning on coming on a regular basis :)
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Jessica
5 months ago
We stayed here for 2 weeks, with a group of 6 friends on a birthday surf trip. The house was clean, with a large and well stocked kitchen. The beds and pillows were very comfortable, and there are bidets in the washrooms! Brais and G were truly wonderful hosts, and we enjoyed our interactions with them and their lovely children. They went above and beyond to make sure that our needs were met and we had a great time! We will be back, and definitely recommend it as a great place to stay.
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Guy
7 months ago
Words cannot begin to explain what a magical time this was staying at the Seacret Spot. We travelled to Costa Rica with 3 small children and this was the perfect place to explore the area and to get a feel for the true Pura Vida mentality. The Pilon neighbourhood is really mellow and surrounded by incredible natural beauty and wildlife. We would wake up to a whole orchestra of birdsong every day which is definitely something we will miss. The beach was a stone’s throw from the house and if you surf the point break was super fun and had some of the best waves I’ve seen in a long time . I had some really great waves myself and my kids and wife loved the “wave pool” smaller wave further down the shore. Brais and Géraldine are some of the brightest and nicest people I have met and their kids were so smart and friendly too. They really helped out a bunch of times and could not have been more pleasant or charming. They really do live the life I wouldn’t hesitate to come back Pura Vida
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Anna
7 months ago
We absolutely loved Brais and Gs place and their family!! Not only is the house perfectly set up and comfortable for us and our 2 kids, staying at the seacret spot was a beautiful experience in so many ways. We will be back !!
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Grace
1 year ago
Brais and G’s place was a wonderful experience in total. From the friendly and accommodating early arrival to his great local recommendations and G’s amazing homemade bread, and neighbors tamales they so generously shared with us. The house itself is a great tropical home, the layout with kitchen downstairs and rooms on either end of the second floor with a fun game/exercise open space to hangout. The attic room is a really fun space with peekaboo ocean views. The kitchen has every accoutrement needed to make and prep meals. The grounds are beautiful with tropical landscape surrounding the house. It was a short walk to great surf and spectacular sunsets. Short drive to a local market and few eateries. We hope to visit again soon. Pura Vida!
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Kalyn
1 year ago
I can’t say enough good things about this place and Brais and G as hosts! From the moment we booked the place and throughout the whole stay, Brais was very responsive and helpful. Our flights were a little delayed and they reached out to make sure we didn’t get lost getting into the rural town and then greeted us on arrival with a tour! The property is gated so we felt very safe the whole time we were there. Great location walkable to the beach and a great surf spot, as well as a store nearby for groceries. G made us the most delicious bread while we were there and helped us get coconuts from their tree for fresh coconut water. Brais and G even joined my family and the Pilon/Pavones community for my uncle’s memorial paddle out, as he was a friend and part time local there for over 30 years. This trip was so special and staying at the seacret spot made it so much better than we ever expected! We can’t wait to come back and stay here again someday!
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