Beautiful sunset/ocean view, 5 min walk to one of the most beautiful beaches of the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica (Playa Blanca). Enjoy the private pool and jacuzzi with ocean view while enjoying your favorite beverage. Now with high speed internet (200Mb download)! The space 9,000 sq ft property with a 7,000 sq ft House/Villa with pool, jacuzzi and ocean view, located in Punta Leona. 7 min walk to one of the most beautiful beaches of Costa Rica, Playa Blanca. Guest access Pool, hammock, bar, jacuzzi, grill, balcony, kitchen, living room and dining room. There is no access to Staff room, bedding supplies room or room#7's balcony (That's why it's not shown in the pictures). The rooms will be available according to the amount of people coming in the reservation. If a room is not going to be used, it'll remain closed. Other things to note Please note that we charge according to the amount of people in the reservation, and we also set up the rooms according to the amount of people coming, if there are rooms unused, they will remain closed. I will need you to provide a valid international ID to allow the access to the complex where the house is. Only the people within the reservation will be able to enter the house, as stated in the rules, visitors are not allowed without permission (We do have a day pass that allows you to enjoy the house amenities without staying overnight for guests’ visitors at an extra cost). This house is inside Punta Leona complex and it also has camera monitoring system, so you don't have to worry about safety. Staying in the house does not give you access to the facilities of Hotel y Club Punta Leona nor Hotel Arenas. So you cannot park inside their premises, to go to the beach you leave the car at the house and walk doing to the entrance the entrance of the beach

## The Space

This property offers stunning sunset and ocean views just a 5-minute walk from Playa Blanca, one of the most beautiful beaches on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast. Guests can relax in the private pool and jacuzzi while enjoying the ocean scenery and their favorite drinks. The house now features high-speed internet with a 200 Mb download speed.

The estate spans 9,000 square feet, with a 7,000 square foot villa that includes a pool, jacuzzi, and ocean views. It is situated in Punta Leona, only a 7-minute walk from Playa Blanca beach.

## Guest Access

Guests have access to the following amenities:

- Pool
- Hammock
- Bar
- Jacuzzi
- Grill
- Balcony
- Kitchen
- Living room
- Dining room

Please note that access is not permitted to the staff room, bedding supplies room, or the balcony of room #7, which is why these areas are not shown in the photos.

Room availability depends on the number of guests in the reservation. Rooms that are not needed will remain closed.

## Other Information

Pricing is based on the number of guests in the reservation, and rooms are prepared accordingly. Unused rooms will stay locked.

A valid international ID is required to gain access to the Punta Leona complex where the house is located. Only registered guests are allowed entry; visitors are prohibited without prior approval. There is an option to purchase a day pass for visitors who wish to use the house amenities without staying overnight, available at an additional cost.

The property is within the Punta Leona complex and is monitored by security cameras, ensuring a safe environment.

Please be aware that staying at this house does not grant access to the facilities of Hotel y Club Punta Leona or Hotel Arenas. Parking inside their premises is not allowed. To reach the beach, guests should leave their car at the house and walk to the beach entrance.

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5BR villa in San José

Villa Marino: Ocean View/Front in Punta Leona - Houses for Rent in Herradura, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

I had a truly wonderful experience at Villa Marino. There are simply no words to describe how beautiful this place is. The views are absolutely breathtaking, and from the moment I arrived, I felt completely relaxed. I actually spent less time at the beach than I expected because the house and pool are such enjoyable places to be; it was hard to convince myself to leave! Whenever I did go, the beach was fantastic—lively and full of energy on the weekends. Coming back to the privacy and peacefulness of the house was the perfect balance. It offers the best of both worlds. The house feels warm and full of character. It’s not a brand-new luxury home, but that’s part of its charm. Everything is clean, well-cared for, and works exactly as it should, including a very well-equipped kitchen. You can tell the owners genuinely care, with thoughtful improvements underway. I highly recommend Villa Marino and would happily return!

The views are simply perfect.  We saw monkeys, lots of parrots, and all kinds of animals.  We really loved everything.  Cesar was super responsive and always responded to our needs very quickly. I recommend it.

La vue est tout simplement parfaite.  Nous avons vu des singes, plein de perroquet et toute sorte d’animaux.  Nous avons vraiment adoré tout.  Cesar était hyper réactif et a toujours répondu à nos besoins très rapidement.  Je recommande

This place is a little piece of paradise! It was so relaxing and there was everything we needed. We saw so much nature and the birds were so fun to see. Cesar was super helpful and responsive. The pool was so big and fun to splash around in. The beach was a 10 minutes walk. We lived outside until bedtime! The bed was comfortable and had an AC unit that worked perfectly. The sunsets were EPIC! I’d love to comeback someday!

This place is incredible!! The location and views are unlike any other. Playa Blanca is an amazing beach and a quick 5 minute walk from the house. Cesar is an amazing host! We would definitely stay here again if we are in the area!

We absolutely loved the view & surroundings from our Villa. Found out you don’t have to leave the amazing pool area to see the Scarlet Macaws, Iguanas & assorted other beautiful birds. They visited us every morning & we loved it. We found the Villa both beautiful & unique. Only had a couple issues concerning hot water & tiny crabs in some of our shower areas. With the quick response from our host & the help from our housekeeper Hazel, problems were taken care of. Who knew the tiny crabs were harmless! The only information I would add for anyone staying there is that on the weekends starting Friday night, there is an area below the villa that is definitely a local beach. Being a narrow road, the traffic can become snarled with cars & busses all trying to drive & park. Then you have pedestrians walking there too. We learned to have patience. The reward is enjoying the most spectacular view once you arrive at the Villa. I would definitely recommend not planning on eating out every night.

I had read the reviews and they were all positive, but they don't do the property justice. It is gorgeous. There were six of us (family with older children) with different tastes, morning routines, and expectations. We all left happy. I highly recommend staying here.

Villa Marino was a gorgeous getaway that was well stocked with plenty of amenities.  Cesar and Hazel were wonderful hosts and very responsive to our questions.  The property has water views on 3 sides.  We loved watching and listening to the chatter of a beautiful macaw family, my father would come up with a new soap opera about their antics every morning.  We could see whales from the breakfast deck. I have never been to an Airbnb kitchen that was so well stocked which was very helpful because getting to a grocery store is not quick or easy.  The house had plenty of room for our family of 9.  Another couple people could have slept no problem.  The house is in a gated compound so very safe.  An overall fantastic property - I miss it dearly!

This beautiful home is a sanctuary. The energy is peaceful, the views breathtaking, including a spectacular 240° panoramic ocean view. Every inch exudes thoughtfulness and soul. You can feel how loved this place is. The rainproof, plentiful outdoor seating invites you to relax and soak it all in. The kitchen is bar none the best we’ve seen in any Airbnb, fully stocked with everything you could need, and then some. The attention to detail is second to none. From sunrise coffee to evenings under the stars, every moment here invites presence. It's a place where time slows down, hearts open, and the beauty around you mirrors the peace you feel within. We’ve stayed at many Airbnbs across Costa Rica, and this is our top choice. We left overflowing with gratitude. This home doesn’t just host you—it restores you. It’s the kind of place that stays with you. We highly recommend it to anyone seeking a peaceful, luxurious, and unforgettable Costa Rican experience.

We loved this villa! Stayed here for my birthday and couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful place to stay. It is tucked away and private within a 5 minute walk from the beach. We drove into town (Jaco) to do most of our excursions, and the pool/hot tub were great ways to relax when we got back. Cesar was a wonderful host, and Hazel who takes care of the home is very sweet. The view from the backyard/pool area is unreal! Thank you Cesar for hosting us :)

Nailed it with this location. We have never visited Costa Rica before & I can’t express how helpful Caesar was through the whole process with any questions I had. He was very quick to respond and always incredibly helpful. The house itself was a dream. It was much bigger than we actually needed, but it was nice to have the space to spread out. we felt very safe in Punta Leona. The views from the house were so incredibly gorgeous. Waking up every day to the sounds of the ocean and all the birds and wildlife all around will be missed, but we do hope to return one day. Hazel the housekeeper comes every day and she is such a special person. She was also very helpful.   The beds are super comfortable. The kitchen is very well stocked.   We saw tons of monkeys, iguanas, scarlet macawas, and many other birds from the house.  Plays Blanca was wonderful to snorkel every day. We watched sea turtles hatch from the beach and snorkeling with sea turtles & colorful fish.  It was perfect.

Amazing home, the best location to take a break and relax with family or friends. Views from the home are absolutely picture perfect. Cesar was an amazing host and always available to answer any questions. I really hope I can visit again. Thank you, Cesar!

I am a repeat guest at this property. I had wondered if my family and I would find the Villa as charming and relaxing as during our first visit, and I am pleased that was the case! What made it even more special was that this second visit was in a different season than the first, so the gorgeous Costa Rica flora and fauna presented new surprises and delights. How amazing to have close-up photos with a small band of Capuchin monkeys on this second visit -- just over the hill from the Villa's property. What was the same during the second stay was Cesar's excellent communication, the presentation and upkeep of the property, and the wonderful service and support of the caretaker, Hazel.

César Fantastic Host The place is Beautiful

César Fantástico Anfitrión El lugar es Precioso

Cesar is an amazing host. His home is way bigger than the pictures show, lots of room to spread out and the pool area is a dream. The pictures are accurate. Cesar has a super kind lady who comes early everyday to help clean. Cesar makes you feel like family!

Great place with amazing views. Loved it!

Cesar, the owner, and the property caretaker Hazel could each teach a Masterclass in hospitality! Where my words may falter, our photos will fill in the blanks! This property offered the best of indoor – outdoor living, and the vibe was so relaxing, especially with the pool and hot tub! There’s much hiking immediately available, as well as a quick walk to the Pacific Ocean on an amazing private beach. Sky gazing was a favorite activity! I am home now, and saddened that I will not be awakened every day by the sounds and sights of flocks of Macaus flying overhead. We loved the visits from local wildlife, which added to our Costa Rican experience! From the iridescent butterflies as large as my fist, to exotic birds, sloths, whales, dolphins, spider, monkeys, horseback riding, turtles, snorkeling to watch fish, chocolate making, and various boat activities and excursions, soft and harder rains, we were wowed every day! Do my family and I want to return? Absolutely, and we will!

This house is wonderful! The kitchen is stocked. The bedrooms are very spacious and comfortable. The pool and hot tub are perfection. This location has the most amazing views. The beach is a short distance walk. Cesar is the most gracious host- so so friendly and inviting as well as accommodating. He walked us through the house upon arrival and really made us feel welcome. We loved our stay and hope to come back!!

Was a very nice place, in a beautiful area. Close walk to the beach down a hill , and of course back up to the house. Pool is very nice a spectacular view. Cesar was vey helpful with everything. Very nice place in Costa Rica.

This home was lovely! Absolutely beautiful surroundings and views. A very interesting and charming large house with a lot of outdoor space. Cesar was fantastically responsive and always responded to questions within minutes. He gave us a lot of recommendations about getting around, grocery stores, and even helped us to book massages with women who came to the house. Both Cesar, and the housekeeper, Hazel, were very attentive and kind. I hated to leave and would enthusiastically recommend Villa Marino!

This home did not disappoint!! Cesar was amazing throughout the whole process and met us when we checked in to give us a full tour of his beautiful home. The view and access to Playa Blanca were the best! We saw the beautiful macaws flying over the patio and enjoyed hanging out in the pool. Cesar recommended many restaurants and grocery stores. We were able to use the grill and cook for ourselves since the house is even a better location than beachfront restaurants available! I would recommend purchasing your groceries and supplies before entering the roads to the house since they are quite bumpy so you don’t have to make too many trips and maximize the amount of time to enjoy this wonderful home! Hazel was also present and kept the house so clean and was available to answer any questions we had - she was great! I hope I can return to this home one day! Thank you Cesar!!

Wow what a fabulous stay. Cesar is extremely helpful and welcoming. The beach sand is fabulous with no over crowding on the beach. There is a large grocery store a 15minute drive away which is fantastic. Nature and views are the best part of the house. We got to see so much unique wildlife at or near the home.

This Air BnB is just magnificent. The setting is beautiful, with top notch amenities. All rooms are very comfortable, with a kitchen that has everything, a beautiful breakfast setting overlooking the ocean and a pool area that is second to none. We barbecued using the available outdoor kitchen area….very easy and convenient. The view from the pool overlooking the ocean vista provides amazing sunsets. A short walk down to the white sand beach provides ocean swimming with amazing calm waters. Occasional small waves are a pleasant touch. Lounge chairs are available for a modest cost. Cesar welcomed us with a smile, was extremely bi-lingual and explained everything there was to know about this amazing beautiful and gorgeous setting. Would recommend this 110%. Our second time here and each time better than the last. We plan to return next year…ideal for a full family retreat. You have all the privacy and access to fine restaurants you want. Los Suenos and Villa Caletas are nearby.

We are so happy to find Cesar’s place.First is that is only 1.5 hours from San Jose airport and you are located at one of the most beautiful views in Costa Rica, house and pool area is very private, there is a lot of beautiful birds flying around plus at the pool you can meet a very friendly iguana 😃 . 5 minutes walk from bountiful beach. Cesar is very helpful with everything  .   Thank you for great stay!

We loved our stay. Beautiful breathtaking view and fabulous house. We had such a great time watching the makaws fly by all day. They are beautiful.

Fantastic place perched above a calm, white sand beach with stunning views, especially at sunset. The house perfectly accommodate large groups or multiple families. Cesar’s welcome at the house and instant accessibility were expert touches. English-speaking household staff was also unique and helpful in arranging transportation needs. Wish we had found this place years ago!

Villa Marino is fabulous, It is perched atop a high rocky knoll overlooking the sea to the north and the west. We enjoyed watching the colours of sunset change from pale orange to deep vermillion. This place is so private and peaceful. There are numerous seating areas with a connection to the outdoors. The pool area has lots of seating, a bbq area, an outdoor bar area, and a poolside outdoor shower and bathroom. It is a short walk to the the public beach, and to the Punta Leona Beach Club which offers PADI certified scuba diving. It is just 35 minutes drive north to Carara National Park (buy your tickets on line before you drive there!). Cesar, the manager went out of his way to to accommodate our late arrival and answered all of our questions promptly and thoroughly. Hazel manages housekeeping with a friendly smile while respecting the privacy of guests. My family loved staying at this truly amazing villa. We felt incredibly spoiled and fortunate. We look forward to returning.

Villa Moreno was nothing short of breathtaking with the most spectacular view in Puenta Leona. This property is older and well maintained, unique, and open air. The wildlife is one with it with iguanas and birds sharing the patio with us. The beach below is fantastic and you will hear the waves crashing the entire time just far enough away that it is relaxing and mesmerizing. Our host Cesar was super friendly and responsive and assisted us with many things and was genuine and always concerned that we were taken care of. Our group all agreed it was our best vacation ever!

This is my second time staying at Cesar's magnificent place and it never fails to live up to it's expectations. Cesar is always very responsive, the place is beautiful, well equipped and clean and the beach is just a small walk away. Very much recommended!

We had a fabulous stay at the house in Punta Leona. We loved the view, the pool, the scarlet macaws and the sunset from the patio.  The quiet beach was a short walk down the road. Cesar was extremely responsive and Hazel is so friendly and did a remarkable job cleaning the house every day. Nature abounds on the property, including iguanas, a friendly toad, small crabs, and an amazing array of colorful birds. The drive to the house from the road through the gated community is about 15 minutes on a winding road and when you get to the house, the views over the bay and ocean are breathtaking. We will return!

The home is amazing! It is a great spot for a large group as it is huge. The pool at the house and the beach just a few minutes away were our favorite parts. The beach was one of the best I have seen! Thank you Cesar for a family trip we will not forget. Hope to visit again soon!

The view from this home was STUNNING! And the beach was one of the most beautiful beaches I have seen in Costa Rica. The walk to the beach was easy, but steep.  Six minutes walking time to get there, seven minutes to get back (uphill). There is A/C in the kitchen/dining room and all of the bedrooms.  We spent most of our time by the pool, which was huge, and we loved the bar & outdoor kitchen. It is a 15 minute drive from the main gate to the house and the road is bumpy and windy but in my opinion it is worth it because of the house and view.  Cesar was FANTASTIC...a perfect host! He greeted us when we got there and spent time going through the house with us. There is a house keeper that comes everyday and she was delightful.

My family of four and my brother-in-law’s family of 3 stayed at the house for a week. The area is beautiful and the house was perfect for our trip. We spent 90% of the time downstairs by the pool.  The beach is a two minute walk from the house and was the best beach we visited in Costa Rica.  Also, Cesar is a fantastic host and was super responsive and helpful.  We would definitely stay here again.

This place is a gem! I went with a group of friends and their three small children and it was perfect for us. Lots of space, pool playing time, gorgeous views, sunsets and sunrises, safe, and easily walkable to the beach. Cesar was wonderful. Very responsive and helpful throughout. Really went out of his way to make the trip good for us. Hazel, the housekeeper, was lovely and very on top of it. She cooked dinner for us twice, and Cesar helped us find a local chef to cook for us some other nights, which reduced the stress of traveling with small children quite a lot. Overall, highly recommend!

We stayed here with my two kids, ages 6 and 4, and my parents for a week. The house was immaculate, the view was stunning and the location was perfect. Highlights included lots of wildlife visible from the pool area (birds including red macaws!), the view of the ocean, the sound of crashing waves all day and night. The on-site helper we paid a tip to cook us dinner twice which was a real treat. Everyone’s room was comfortable and the Wi-Fi worked throughout the home. Cesar gave us lots of recommendations for restaurants, grocery stores and things to do which were all excellent. Two minor concerns, first for those with young kids, there is no lock or gate to access the pool, we recommend the host put one in. Second, to keep the house extra clean the host does not have basic food/coffee on arrival, so make sure you stop on your way in. Overall an excellent place absolutely worth the trip and price paid.

Loved this house!  Cesar was very proactive and always responded quickly.  Kids loved the pool, and my husband and I loved the many maccaws and other birds first thing in the morning.  Very close to the beach and beautiful sunsets in the evening make this a highly recommended home.

This is an incredible property, true outdoor Costa Rican living but also with a/c for sleeping and cooking and eating indoors if you like. The view is unbelievable, it never gets old. Playa Blanca, a short walk down the road, was the best beach we visited and never got busy where you couldn’t find a shady spot under a tree. And we really appreciated the 3 body boards for fun in the waves! You can snorkel from the beach but it’s nothing special if you’ve been to Hawaii or coral reef areas. Hazel the housekeeper wasn’t expected, but she was discrete and kind. Thank goodness for her because she swept up the leaves and tree droppings that collected around the house and pool. She did not go into the bedrooms. The pool was a dream, we loved bird watching from the patio. Kitchen had everything we needed and we appreciated the Alexas in each room and by the pool to listen to music. Lots of lovely touches, we hated to leave!

Our visit was heavenly; we hated to leave. Cesar went overboard to help us. He borrowed a food processor slicer for me as well as providing us with non-allergenic detergents and soaps. We can’t rave enough about what a kind and lovely host he is. We had the best vacation ever and hope to return! It was hard to leave! The villa is even better than the pictures. There are lovely niches to sit In everywhere. The pool and area there are kept in pristine condition. We could hardly tear ourselves away; the beach, however, is also gorgeous and wonderful for walking and swimming. The stunning, playful and busy red macaws were an ever end ing delight. The house is well appointed with tasteful choice of furniture and decorations. We slept well and were very comfortable, Cesar is a great guy and Villa Marino is a gem!

If I could give Cesar 10 stars I would.  Throughout the entire process of renting is home, he was so helpful and responsive with everything I asked.  The house, however, leaves must to be desired.  The advertised 9,000 square feet is extremely misleading.  For indoor living space, I would say it's the size of a very small condo.  Several rooms were locked and inaccessible to us.  The air conditioning in the bedrooms worked well but the air conditioning in the kitchen & dining area (there is really no indoor  living room to gather in) could not keep up.  The western exposure of the home provides a nice view but also very harsh sun exposure.  I found the home to be pretty run down and in need of much repair.  The traffic near the home is loud and frequent.  We saw a rat in the pool area on the first night (Cesar speculated some other animal, but it was a rat).  We booked for 13 nights but left after 1 night with no refund because we were so uncomfortable.

I'm sorry the house was not what you expected Mary. I want to clarify that the house is in did 9,000 sq feet of construction. As explained in our description, we only set up the rooms according to the amount of people coming in the reservation, that's why we charge per person. In your reservation only 2 people came so we set up the best 2 rooms. The A/C you reported to not be working was check by a technician the next day (Sunday) and he confirmed it was working properly. We provide many pictures of the house so that people can see how open it is and the conditions it is on. The house being so open and surrounded by nature, it is expected for guest to encounter wild life, we know that there is a Mexican Mouse Opossum living in a bush next to the pool, it is harmless. Even though we have an AirBnb strict cancelation policy, a partial refund could have been possible but you did not answered my message and also you never cancelled your reservation on AirBnb, we were not able to make use of the house even though you were not there. This is the first time someone leaves the house and cuts communication, I'm sure we could have worked something out.

Cesar's home is large w/country jungle, peacefulness/quaint with the BEST views & access to the beach. Long & windy road after the turn off at Punta Leona entrance a little longer than you expect to the round-about. Small convenient store half way there for quick essentials but go to the Mercado Auto for a larger selection. Our 30-40 aged ones loved the bar by the pool with a refrigerator and blender. There is an excellent BBQ section by the pool too, that we used most days. Daniella is the house maid and was very attentive to our needs. We were every day in the pool but loved the beach for snorkeling and body surfing.  You can hear the waves at high and low tides. Twice a day+ we saw Scarlet macaw pairs flying to the trees and got some great pictures. Also, many geckos that our 5 yr old loved to watch (they make an interesting sound at night). We saw Frigate birds, Monkeys in the trees by the beach, Toucans and many other sea birds. Essential: GPS-Central American phone access before.

This home with spectacular views was perfect for our big family.  Cesar went above and beyond.  Our favorite were the Macaws!!!

Fantastic on all fronts, beautiful place, super responsive courteous helpful host. Five stars well deserved.

It is hard to put into words the energy of this beautiful home! The sweet sound of the waves crashing into the shore and the wild-loving macaws flying above us gave us a private spectacle. It feels as if they are saying welcome and hello! The stunning sunsets from the pool took our breath away and reminded us to live the moment. After hosting a women’s retreat, this home was the most magical place to disconnect from it all, unwind, recharge and refuel our souls! Special gratitude to our extraordinary host Cesar for sharing this gem with us.

If you want an idyllic stay on top of a mountain with an incredible view of the ocean, beach, mountains and beautiful macaw birds flying close by, this villa is the place for you. This beautiful villa easily accommodated 10 of us with much room to eat together or lounge with each other by the pool and bar or separate oneself for private time on one of the balconies or sitting areas. The beach was an easy 5 minute walk from the villa. The house was furnished with an incredible amount of cookware and a charcoal / propane grill and a pizza oven to use. By our choice we made most of our meals in house. It was so easy to prepare food for 10 with all the appliances on hand. We were able to use the washer and dryer which made our stay much easier as well. But the one thing we all were so very grateful for was the cleanliness of the villa. Our delightful housekeeper discreetly cleaned before we were awake so that when we woke everything was spotless. She was available to help us or answer any questions we had. We have stayed at other resorts and Airbnb but this one tops any experience we have ever had. You will be sure to have a lovely stay!

Beautiful house with an excellent pool and hot tub. Playa Blanca (the beach) is lovely and sandy and made this stay 5/5 stars for us. It’s a super private beach with great waves. We went to the beach almost daily, but it was especially fun at sunset/dusk. It was the highlight of our stay! Some recommendations/notes: - Weather: We were here during rainy season, but the weather was actually lovely most of the time. Some rain in the afternoons and evenings, but a ton of sunshine too. - Car rental: Definitely have a rental car. We felt it would have been impossible to stay here without a car. The drive into the airbnb is like ~15 minutes on a private hotel road which has a lot of speed-bumps so is quite the slow drive. - Groceries: The best grocery stores and restaurants are in Jaco which is more like ~30 minutes away. There are smaller ones closer, but we ended up driving to Jaco several times: we shopped mostly at Auto Mercado which is basically Whole Foods. - Housekeeper: There is a housekeeper who lives 24/7 in the Airbnb, which was a bit of a surprise to us. Adalúz is friendly, but doesn’t speak English so it can be a bit difficult to communicate with her if you don’t speak Spanish. She does your dishes AND laundry, which makes the loss of privacy worth it. - Wildlife: The scarlet macaws live on the property which is awesome, but there is definitely wildlife of all types around since it is an open “villa-style” home. We saw butterflies, geckos, parrots, and herons and also their counterparts: spiders, roaches, bees, and raccoons. No issue by us, but worth mentioning. - Wifi: We worked remotely from the property and only had one significant wifi issue in 2 weeks, but it was resolved in ~4 hours. The wifi is a great speed (super fast) and all 3 of us were on Zoom calls at once without issues.

Great host, easy communication, beautiful spacey home close to the beach with amazing sunset views. I strongly recommend Cesar’s home and hope to return some day.

Thank you Cesar! We enjoyed the house a lot and Luz was exceptional. The views were breathtaking and lot of nature and macaws were flying by everyday any hour of the day! We were able to hear and smell the ocean. Someone from our party of 9 forgot their cell phone, Cesar was able to reach us to let us know. Many thanks!

We traveled with another family (4 adults, 4 kids ages 6-10) and we spent the first day in a state of awe talking about how this was the best AirBnB ever. And then it kept getting better. It’s built on a point overlooking the ocean, so you feel that you are on a ship except that the ship has amenities like a hot tub, pool, rope swing, and amazing outdoor kitchen. You can hear the ocean all around and the visiting wildlife is spectacular (coatis, macaws, iguanas, a sloth, crabs, etc). The beach is a short walk away and it is a perfect beach (especially with kids). The sand is white, the water is clear, and the waves are gentle (but just big enough for boogie boarding). It is also within a neighborhood complex that also has things like a butterfly garden, restaurant, convenience shop, putt putt etc (all 5 minutes away). Yes, it is a little far from some other activities but honestly once you get here you won’t care, there is so much to do  (and it’s really not impossible - drives to most things worked out to 20-30 minutes). And there was a live in housekeeper, Luz, who was so sweet and tidied up the pool and helped with laundry! Plus Cesar was so kind and gave us so much information before we came, and he left popsicles and Costa Rican candy for us (kid hero!) and gave the most thoughtful tour. Overall I can’t say enough good things about this place. You’d have a hard time convincing me there is a better place to stay in Costa Rica.

Great location and awesome host! The patio / pool area were clutch and definitely the crown jewels of the house. There were some areas that we thought could be improved and mentioned those to Cesar, but overall, we’d still highly recommend the space.

Cesar is an amazing host who is always on top of everything and always available to answer any questions or concerns which is important, we had an AC crap out (obviously not hosts fault) and within hrs Cesar got an electrician to try to fix it and when they couldn’t fix it he ran to buy a new complete system and have it fully installed while we ware out and about so needless to say this is a caring host that will make sure you r comfortable your entire stay. Location is great house is very spacious my family had a great enjoyable time for 9 days. Thank you Cesar for your great hospitality. Pura Vida Joel

A perfect place for a beach vacation with various families. There is plenty of privacy, the view from all areas of the house are fascinating, and the place is well equipped for any kind of meal.

This place is Phenomenal, the beach is a 4 minute walk, you can hear the ocean from everywhere in the house. The pool area is fantastic with the COOLEST gas wood burning outdoor kitchen. Wildlife everywhere, a house keeper each day. Easy drive to Jaco. Really special spot - my advise - book it - YOLO!!

The very spacious house has absolutely nothing missing in terms of technology completely up to date and Cesar's treatment is very special!

La casa muy amplia no falto absolutamente nada en cuestiones de tecnología completamente al día y el trato de Cesar muy especial!

Caesar's house is like having a hotel for your own use. A very spacious house, quite a few spacious and well-equipped rooms as well as a large terrace, pool and magnificent view. It is not a new house, it is visible, it has its years on top but it is not deteriorated or causes problems for its visitors. Caesar has been the best host I've ever encountered, he was always attentive to my questions, needs, communication with him was excellent. It is a couple of hours from San José and has Playa Blanca a 5-minute walk away, a very good option for a large family or group of friends.

La casa de César es como tener un hotel para uso propio. Una casa muy amplia, bastantes cuartos amplios y bien equipados así como una gran terraza, piscina y magnífica vista. No es una casa nueva, es visible tiene sus años encima pero no sé encuentra deteriorada ni genera problemas a sus visitantes. César ha sido el mejor anfitrión con quién me he topado, siempre estuvo atento a mis preguntas, necesidades, la comunicación con él fue excelente. Se encuentra a un par de horas de San José y tiene a playa Blanca a 5 minutos caminando, una muy buena opción para un gran familia o grupo de amigos.

The view and the pool area is amazing!! The house is full equipated with everything you need and more... the host was available anytime and he even left us some presents and details in each bedroom.  The beach entrace is 5 min away, you can perfectly walk. We would definitly come back!

Beautiful Villa. Pictures don’t do it’s justice. We stayed here for 6 days and had a great time. The private beach with its white sand is amazing and only 5 minutes walking distance. The house is in a safe and secure area which was important to us. It is about a 15 minute drive from the main street, but there’s a convenient store and a restaurant 5 minute drive away. Cesar is a great host, he was very responsive to any questions and issues, he welcomed us and showed us around the house and explained everything. He also helped us to schedule an appointment to get a Covid test done which was required for our flight back to the U.S. I highly recommend this place!!

Fantastic views in a true villa style house. The pool was great, and if you want to head to the beach, you’re a 5 minute walk down the drive. Would definitely stay there again.

Cesar is an awesome host. He is super helpful and an excellent host. House amenities were very complete. We were provided with towels, mats, chairs and even boogie boards for the beach! Cesar was super thoughtful and prepared everything in a customized manner for us. I would definitely go and stay again. 😃

Great location. Beautiful villa. Very private. Had a great time.

Cesar’s place was amazing! Better even then expected! There were so many great touches and amenities we didn’t even have to leave the house. Each room has its own TV and bathrooms had toiletries waiting for you. The kitchen was better stocked with dining materials and appliances than mine at home. Cesar was there to welcome us and give us a tour to explain everything for the house. He was responsive to any questions and issues. He offered us early check in and late check out. The views and pool area were amazing! Highly recommend this place, and hope to be able to stay again soon.

Villa Marino is a spectacular place to stay. Stunning views, a huge pool area fully equipped with everything you'll need for a full, relaxing vacation. Cesar's attention and responsivenesss was impressive as well; definitely a top host.

Stayed for 31days and was amazing!  Pics look great but don’t even do it justice until you see it in person.  Can’t wait to go back

The coolest place in Punta Leona.  The home provides many amenities, special details, and the host is an incredibly hospitable and kind person.  The home is worth every penny!

Highly recommend this stay! My family and I visited for a week and we had a great time. Beach is walking distance from the house. The amenities are wonderful, especially if you have a larger group of people. The view from the house is probably the best part! Cesar is a super responsive host, and will give you information on anything (grocery stores, restaurants, day trips, etc). Would definitely come back and stay here again!

Excellent view, very cozy place, very good cleanliness and everything comfortable

Excelente vista, lugar muy acogedor, limpieza muy buena y todo confortable

The house is spectacular. With all the services and excellent maintenance. A privileged location and view, with beautiful details. You have everything in one place. Contact with the nature, a beautiful beach and you will definitely have an excellent time. Caesar's service is spectacular, always attentive to every detail. My family and I will definitely be back soon. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

La casa espectacular. Con todos los servicios y un mantenimiento excelente. Una ubicación y vista privilegiada, y con hermosos detalles. Tienes todo en un mismo sitio. Contacto con la naturaleza, una hermosisma playa y sin duda alguna pasarás un tiempo excelente. El servicio de César es espectacular siempre pendiente de cada detalle. Sin lugar a duda mi familia y yo regresaremos muy pronto. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Ideal house to have fun with the family.  Unbeatable facilities, very spacious and with a spectacular location and view.  Cesar's care from before our arrival was magnificent.  We would definitely like to come back!

Casa ideal para pasarla bien en familia.  Las instalaciones inmejorables, muy espaciosa y con una ubicación y vista espectacular.  La atención de Cesar desde antes de nuestra llegada estuvo magnífica.  Definitivamente nos gustaría volver!

Muchas gracias Don Cristian, me alegra mucho que haya disfrutado! Aquí lo esperamos! Y Gracias por sus sugerencias, voy a trabajar en eso de inmediato.

Amazing place, great location, with all the amenities, the accommodation is fully equipped. Cesar is very friendly and patient. 100% recommended place to stay.

Increíble lugar, excelente ubicación, con todos los servicios, el alojamiento está completamente equipado. Cesar muy amable y paciente. Alojamiento 100% recomendado.

Muchas gracias Oscar la experiencia con ud y su grupo fue excelente, me alegra mucho que la hayan pasado bien y que pudieran pasar tiempo de calidad.

What a true beautiful spot!!! And older remodeled home thats stood the sands of time for many decades. Could not get a better view of the ocean and could not have a better beach to have spent time on. Appreciate the hospitality and looking forward to visiting again.

We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to spend a week at this beautiful home. The sunsets were among the best I've ever seen, and Cesar was a very responsive host. The housekeeper, Merecedes, and her husband, Chepe, were also amazing. Chepe even took time to help my husband with his rudimentary Spanish.   ...We enjoyed the iguanas and macaws, but found the raccoons to be a bit more invasive than we expected.  We had to share the pool with them every evening, at at times they numbered as many as seven out on the patio at a time.  The females were in heat and there were two evenings where they fought with each other quite aggressively.  This isn't intended to deter anyone from staying at the villa, but I didn't see any other reviews discuss this at length.  ...There are so many more positive things to be said about the lovely beach and lush surroundings.  The property had everything we needed to cook and mix drinks on hand.  This Villa is truly paradise.  ...We would love to return someday; maybe we will be so lucky!

Cesar's home is not only beautiful but also has many great amenities, too many to mention.  He also leaves many thoughtful touches.  We arrived around midnight and Cesar was there to cheerfully greet us and show us around.   The premises are kept very clean, the kitchen is fully stocked with kitchenware and there are beach chairs and mats which can be taken to the beach.  It is very much like having a boutique hotel all to yourself.   The pool and patio and really the entire house are very comfortable and have a great view of the ocean.  The beach is also a very easy five minute walk.  Although we were there during the busy season and the beach was very full, however, it did not feel crowded at all.  It is a very family friendly and beautiful beach.  We would not hesitate to stay here again.

Incredible home in an incredible location just a 5 minute walk from the beautiful Playa Blanca.

Our family of seven adults  - two parents, three kids, two significant others - had an incredible stay at Cesar's family's home.  The  location is priceless, the ocean view wider than the photos capture,  with more than 180deg water view facing directly west.   There is nowhere better than poolside to watch the sunset, we made sure to plan our day for this.   Being the only one up at or around sunrise,  I wasn't bored, since I was captivated by a pair of scarlet macaws.  They'd squawk, swoop past, and then breakfast on fruit from the trees immediately outside the main house hallway.  We'd love to know the story of the house - there is a doctoral thesis on approaches to macaw conservation that offered perhaps a clue.    Other wildlife make appearances, including other birds, raccoons, and crabs.  The house is comfortably on the rustic side.  Air conditioning is reliable, with open-air area between air-conditioned spaces.  The house's sort of sprawl lends privacy to each room, so works well for a bunch of adults.  Cesar and his mother spend time there but are very careful to store their things away, so you feel the place is your own for your stay.  The kitchen is updated and very well-equipped, including spices and coffee paraphernalia.  The poolside bar has fridge and ice.  Wifi was fairly good; the power flashed off a few times, common in Costa Rica, occurring mostly just briefly.  The wifi can take a little while to come back on, also not unusual for the area, so saving key info for reference offline is not a bad idea.  A cleaner arrived every morning, unobtrusive, very pleasant.  The pool is perfect temperature, and a pool guy came twice during our four-night stay.  Security for the whole beach community of Punta Leona is solid, with association wristbands required to be worn for the stay.  It is a winding drive of nearly ten minutes to get from the main road to the house.   The beach is a six-minute walk down the hill, and is lovely and clean, mostly populated with families on weekends, quieter during the week.  There are intriguing rocky spots to explore.    Cesar and his mother were very kind and congenial, and he was helpful and responsive all communications both in advance and during our stay.  Our crew would love to go back.  Pura vida!

Reading your review makes me so happy!!! Thanks you so much for coming! I'm so glad you guys enjoyed so much! You and your family are very nice people. I hope you come back one day.

Outstanding location, the views were incredible and the home was great for families with separate rooms. It had all the amenities.  Minutes from one of the best beache around. We especially enjoyed the pool area; nicely kept and plenty of seating and table space. Because of the locality, this home would be great for first timers to Costa Rica. With the different check points, you will feel safe at all times. The home is near everything you need, i.e. restaurants, groceries, shopping and excursions. We already miss getting woken up by the birds and the Gecko's wonder around at night while sitting at the pool area.

Thank you very much for your visit, I will make sure to take into account your feedback for future visits! See you soon!

Cesar house is amazing, beautiful and unique location, we definitely repeat the stay soon

Our second trip to this property and another amazing expereince. Cesar is absolutely the best and I wuold highly recommend this property to anyone thinking of visiting Costa Rica.

Cesar’s house was simply incredible. The views are far more spectacular than the pictures even show! Our whole group felt refreshed and relaxed after 3 days at this beautiful villa with the great pool and hot tub, private beach and outdoor hang out space and grill. The rooms were great and spacious, with great air conditioning which we appreciated having been out in the sun all day. Cesar was a fantastic host and replied very promptly to all of our questions. We did not expect it, but their family’s house keeper was there and cleaned up the common areas and cooked us rice and beans and made us mango juice over the weekend! Overall, one of the best Airbnb experiences I’ve ever had - amazing property, great communication and recommendations and outstanding hospitality. Thank you Cesar! Cannot recommend this Airbnb enough.

We had a great time and Cesar was an excellent host. The property is gorgeous and the view is impeccable. We loved the pool, hot tub and short walk to the beach. The kitchen and outdoor grill were great to have and the beach restaurant was nice for a quick bite. Highly recommended!

This house is in a fantastic location. The views are incredible now that Cesar did some trimming of trees and bushes around the pool area. Quick walk down to Playa Blanca which is a beautiful white sand beach. No big waves like Jaco and Hermosa. Great for swimming and relaxing. Cesar was very responsive to all our concerns and questions. Magdelana the house keeper was very nice and made us a few local dishes to try. All things considered an excellent stay in a fabulous location. A couple things to consider: 1. the distance from the kitchen to the pool area is pretty far. Luckily we made the kids do all the extra trips between. You will want to spend most of your time out by the pool! 2. The local raccoons like to eat the local rock crabs in the breezeway at night. Wear your slippers. They are not very afraid of people. 3. The pool gets full of leaves, seeds, etc. as the birds and wind keep everything on the move. Just need to use the skimmer pole a few times a day if that bothers you. 4. It is quite the drive down to the house from the main road (10 minutes). Running into town takes a little fore thought. We were there during holy week and the traffic within Punta Leona was busy.

Outstanding location, views, comfort, and amenities.  This home is ideal for a restful getaway on the coast,  Minutes from the beach.  We especially enjoyed the pool area; so nicely kept and plenty of seating and table space.  We used the grill every day!

A giant and cozy house. Sunsets are the best!!

Una casa gigante y acogedora. Lo mejor son los atardeceres!!

It would be hard to find a better view or better beach in all of Costa Rica! And Cesar is a great host who always seems willing to help, even lining up his girlfriend to babysit for us! And she was so awesome. It just all worked out very well. The view from the pool and hot tub are epic. We enjoyed watching sunsets every night. And the pairs of Scarlet Macaws squawking by and humming birds flittering are a real treat for nature lovers. Many beautiful flowering plants surround the home and are around every corner. Just spectacular. The beach is about a 4 block walk from the house and a great place to explore. We snorkeled every time we went. Lots of beautiful fish. Some saw turtles but we couldn’t spot them. A short drive away is a very nice trail through the rain forests. We did a guided night tour that was really fun and educational and saw white faced monkeys in the treetops on two of our morning walks. Thank you again Cesar and Camila! We had a wonderful time. Sincerely Joe and Wendy Adams

Cesar's villa is a dream come true. It's exactly as shown in the photos. We had the best time there, and this is my favorite Airbnb ever (and best host too)! The pool, the house, the grounds, the views, the beautiful visiting birds, the staff gal who we liked so much, and to top it off-Cesar...all were the best (he's also an amazing photographer, and has such beautiful art around the house)! He's the greatest host with such amazing communication and tips for what to do in Costa Rica. He was so nice to wait for us after our plane arrived late and we were a little lost, and he showed us around the house. He gave us some extra touches that we appreciated so much. A beautiful beach is a very short walk away, and the sounds of the wildlife were so fun to hear! We had a dream trip, and a lot of it had to do with Cesar and his villa. You'll be amazed at the birds you'll hear and see. I was so excited to see macaws sitting in the trees every day! I even had a little yellow bird friend who followed me around. Toucans were in the trees too, plus so many other birds. We ate a lot of our dinners on the kitchen deck, as we watched the beautiful sunsets. We highly recommend watching the sunset at least once from Villa Caletas, which is nearby. Wow. Also, we went to Carara National Park and Manuel Antonio National Park and they're both great places. We also went to Tortuga Island for a day with Costa Rica Waterfall Tours. That's definitely worth a day trip! Also, don't forget to stop at the "Crocodile Bridge" nearby to look over at the crocs. I could go on and on! I promise you'll have the trip of a lifetime staying here! Thanks Cesar for everything! We'll be back.

Cesar was a wonderful host and we had a ton of great communication as we arrived and prior to our stay. His place is amazing, and we had beautiful views, and a very relaxing stay. We both loved the outdoor area next to the pool and especially took advantage of the outdoor grilling facilities and the hot jacuzzi, which was wonderful while we watched the sunsets! If we're in Costa Rica again, we're definitely coming back here :-)

Strongly recommendation for local and abroad people to travel to Punta Leona, and use this great house. All the experience since I chose the house, the fluent communication with Cesar and the warm welcome checking from Cesar's mother, Maritza, was a nice experience. The location of this house is stunning, the best views of both beaches, Blanca and Mantas, walking distance to the beaches and the spectacular nature surrounding, with beautiful neighbors with the red parrots flight to the house all time. The social area of the house for grilling, swim in the pool, drink a beer and use the jacuzzi seeing the best views of the sunshine - no words to describe this experience. Thanks a lot to Maritza and Cesar for sharing their house and being the best hosts than I met in AirBnB.

If you are looking for a "bit of heaven" on earth, Cesar's home is the place to stay! My family and I enjoyed a dream family reunion and vacation in this well appointed and clean home. Everything we needed to live comfortably for a week was provided. The home has a spectacular pool and there are patio vistas from every side of the property. It's just a 5 min. walk to the lovely Playa Blanca beach! We enjoyed swimming, snorkeling and kayaking every day. We enjoyed viewing some of the amazing wildlife of Punta Leona: macaws and( twenty plus other variety of birds viewed), raccoons,butterflies, coati, sloth, iguanas, capuchin monkeys and mantled howlers! We also took a few half day adventures for horse back riding, shopping and dinner in the nearby Jaco area. We confidently recommend this "super host" Cesar, this superior home and the secure Punta Leona area.

A great place to stay.  The house's location can't be beat.  You get amazing views, and you're only a short walk away from Playa Blanca, which is a beautiful beach, with white sand, plenty of shade, and very peaceful waters, perfect for families with kids.  The house itself is huge, and built in such a way to really take advantage of the unique views enabled by its location.  Everything is clean, spacious, and well-equipped, with a lot of thought and effort put in towards the guests' comfort and enjoyment.  The kitchen is ridiculously well-equipped.  César very clearly and promptly answered all our questions before and after booking the trip, including arranging for us to check in as early as we wanted on the first day, so we could make the most out of the days we had.  And when it came to preparing little touches to ensure we have everything we might need, it was really above and beyond.  A great trip!

Cesar's home is truly incredible! I'm not sure I've ever stayed at an Airbnb with more character or better views. Hands down, the highlight of the home is the outdoor living room, which includes a bar area, couches, grill, dining table, hammock, pool and hot tub. We spent 90% of our time there given that the weather was perfect for our whole trip. Really cannot overstate how incredible the views were, especially at sunset. The kitchen (which is inside) was very well appointed with everything we could have wanted. We cooked a full Thanksgiving dinner with no problems. (Just make sure to lock up night to keep raccoons out). The house is also a short walk up a hill from what I believe is the nicest beach in Costa Rica. It is a public beach but was never too busy even on weekends. The water was super warm, clear and perfect for body surfing. Cesar himself was incredibly responsive and helpful both before and during our trip. He gave us suggestions and tips for what to do while were there, and even left us a whole bunch of Costa Rican snacks at the beginning of our trip. Two notes that might be helpful to future guests: First, the house and surrounding area are home to lots of local critters, and given the outdoor nature of the house you will be living in close proximity to them. I personally LOVED this element of our vacation and would not have changed a thing. Very cool to see a group of loud Macaws land in the tree right next to you, or a group of raccoons chasing an iguana across the pool area. Just keep in mind that you will need to be vigilant in protecting your food and may come across a few crabs in the shower, etc. Possibly not ideal for the super squeamish (but then again, why would they be visiting Costa Rica in the first place?). Second, the location, while gorgeous, is just a little bit farther away from everything than we had anticipated, in part due to the fact that it takes 10 minutes each way just to drive out of the huge Punta Leona complex. For reference, it is about 25 minutes each way to the nearest grocery store in Herradura, 1.5 hours to Manuel Antonio and over 3 hours to Monteverde. Keep that in mind when planning activities. It is also not super close to many eating establishments. There is one restaurant by the beach next door, but is only open to 5pm. There is apparently another restaurant on the property, but we never saw it. My family loves to cook, so this was not a problem for us as we just stopped at the grocery store and cooked meals for ourselves and ate them in the incredible outdoor dining area, but this may be less ideal if you don't want to do that. Overall I loved this property and would absolutely recommend it to anyone!

Wow. Where do I begin. Our stay here began with being welcomed upon arrival by our friendly host Cesar. The photos he's taken for his Air BnB profile only begin to scratch the surface of the truly breathtaking views. And yes, he's a magnificent photographer! Take a moment to admire his art work that can be found around the place. The location of this beautiful estate overlooks the bay, which is also peppered with a colorful canopy of tropical flora. You feel intimately close to the beach without sacrificing your privacy. The best part is that you get all of this in addition to a home that is well-kept, clean, open, and truly comfortable. The beds are honestly as comfortable as any hotel bed we stayed in. It's also only a 15 minute drive to the hustle and bustle of Jaco beach. Cesar proved to be better than the average host when he went above and way beyond when the neighborhood's water system went out. This is not a common problem - not to worry. Cesar took it upon himself to make sure that we had plenty of water bottles until we got it back. He had an open line of communication with us during this entire time. If we didn't respond to WhatsApp, he sent us an email. He made it his priority to make sure we were well informed of the situation. Had this not happened, he still would have been a stellar host. He gave us recommendations of anything and everything we should do or eat while we were in the area. This spot is not to be missed! I cannot recommend it enough. It's a must stay if you're in the area!

There is so much to say about my trip to Costa Rica, it's hard to decide where to begin! Visiting Villa Marino is truly a unique experience, and a vacation that I will remember fondly. The Hosts - Cesar knocks it out of the park on communication, friendliness and attention to detail. He went above and beyond to ensure my friends and I had a great vacation. We were a group of 8, and had requested hiring a cook to prepare several meals during our stay. Cesar's own mother, Maritza, volunteered to cook for us and she really made our vacation special. She was kind, cheerful, and did an amazing job with all the meals. Throughout our trip, she left little surprises for us like homemade passion fruit juice, an thoughtful afternoon snack, and even went into town to buy us fresh fish from the market. She gave us plenty of privacy and was so sweet anytime we got a chance to visit with her. Having her hosting us really brought the trip to the next level! The Home - Wow! The view, the history, the architecture, the smells and the sounds really make this house a unique experience. Cesar's family was actually responsible for developing Punta Leona, and they definitely chose the best spot in the entire neighborhood. The house is a series of separate rooms connected by an outdoor living area. The main structure is the entrance, kitchen, and dining area. The outdoor hallway has large open windows where you can hear the waves crashing on the beach below while the smells of saltwater and flowers waft in the breeze. Below the living quarters is an amazing outdoor space with a living room, kitchen and pool. The pool overlooks Playa Blanca, and in the evenings the ylang ylang tree releases the most pleasant aroma. We were visited by several scarlet macaws while enjoying the sunset on our first evening! The Location - The home is located in Punta Leona, and sits on the cliff overlooking Playa Blanca. As far as I could tell, Villa Marino is the closest to the beach as it gets! Playa Blanca is the only white sand beach in Costa Rica, however we never felt it was crowded. Since Punta Leona is largely residential, it is not easy to get into without authorized credentials (Cesar took care of all of this, it was no sweat at all). Punta Leona is only about an hour from San Jose, so accessing the neighborhood is quick and easy. The Activities - As previously mentioned, Villa Marino is directly above Playa Blanca. In addition to catching rays and waves, Carara National Park is about 15 minutes from Punta Leona. We paid a guide to spot wildlife along our hike and saw a sloth, a huge crew of whiteface monkeys, scarlet macaws and so much more. If you leave the park and go about 5 more minutes down the road you will hit the famous crocodile bridge. In addition,...

One word to describe this property and Cesar--AMAZING. We were traveling with two families on our first trip to Costa Rica so we were a little nervous. To make things even more of a challenge the airline misplaced one of our bags so that delayed our departure. When we arrived three hours late Cesar was still waiting for us and greeted us like we were family and showed us the entire property and what to expect. He gave us great advice about the local community and restaurants to chose from and the property was exactly as pictured. Each room as well as the kitchen is well decorated and stocked with whatever you could possibly need so we needed for nothing. The pool area is really understated in the property description as it has close to a full kitchen and cooking facilities which was great as we spent most of our time out there anyway. Home and property were spotless and Cesar even arranged for the home to be cleaned while we were staying there which was a nice touch. Wifi/internet was very good and also had excellent cell phone reception so you never felt out of touch with home base. The beach is a short walk (five minutes or less) from the house. The beach area is really awesome and being from Florida I am comfortable saying it rivals (likely beats) our best beaches. Great sand, clean waters, and good waves for boogie boarding and swimming and they even had lifeguards on duty. Lining the beach were shaded picnic tables and benches so you had a safe place to store your gear out of the sun. The property does have open walkways so you are outside moving within the home so being in a tropical environment insects and the occasional visiting crab passing through were not unexpected. The best part without a doubt really was Cesar. Our lost luggage was eventually found (someone grabbed the wrong bag) and the airline put them in touch with Cesar who took care of all of the logistics in making sure our bag got from the airport to our front door. Cesar even went so far and offered to meet the lady who had our bag and return it personally (1.5 hour drive one way). Really when does that happen? Great property that surely will not disappoint.

The place is amazing! No words and super friendly treatment! Highly recommended 

El lugar es increíble! No hay palabras y el trato súper amable! Muy recomendado 

My family and I had a wonderful 3 days at this immense property whose location could not be better, right next to one of the most beautiful and preserved beaches in Costa Rica. Cesar was looking out for everything and I take care of it down to the last detail. The house is very comfortable , all equipped but where we spent it. It was on the side of the pool that has a panoramic view of the entire bay. We couldn't be more comfortable, a very special place

Mi familia y yo pasamos 3 dias maravillosos en esta inmensa propiedad cuya ubicacion no podria ser mejor, justo a la par de una de las playas mas hermosas y preservadas de Costa Rica. Cesar estuve pendiente de todo y cuido hasta el minimo detalle, la casa es muy confortable , todo equipada pero donde mas la pasamos fue del lado de la piscina que tiene vista panoramica a toda la bahia. No podiamos estar mas a gusto, un lugar muy especial

The place is amazing, it was really clean, everything was tidy and the view was just beautiful, the host was so kind and respectful. The house is located in one of the most safety and wonderfull beaches over the country!

For our team retirement, we stayed 6 days at Cesar's place. Cesar was really proactive and helpful. We arrived at the house way past the check-in time, and Cesar was still cheery and waiting for us. Internet was somehow failing and he sent an expert, who arrived 10 minutes after we called him. Cesar constantly checked if we needed something. The house is very well equipped and has everything one could need there, even bodyboards. I would recommend having a car while being there, restaurants offer at the club is somehow limited. The ride out of the club takes about 15 minutes. As described on the listing the location of the house is truly impressive. The beach down the house, Playa Blanca is like paradise and was surprisingly empty during our stay (Late April).

The place is spectacular!!! The best view of the Pacific on many kilometers of coastline. Totally picked up

El lugar es espectacular!!! la mejor vista del Pacífico en muchísimos kilómetros de costa. Totalmente recoemndado

Cesar's place was absolutely amazing and he will go above and beyond to make you feel at home. He had start up supplies there for us and even got special items for my son! He is helpful and easy to get a hold of and he responds very quickly if you need anything. You can't help but love this home. Everything about it is beautiful. Just look at the pictures, the location alone is enough to make you want to go stay there! Once you are there, the view is even more beautiful. You're not far from the beach, you can walk down to it, or drive and park. It's very close, and the beach is not over crowded. It's clean and beautiful, with plenty of places to spend the day and picnic, or go and explore the coral, rocks, & caves. I don't know if I would recommend going into the caves, we didn't but thought it was cool that there were so many. The house has everything you could possibly need, and wi-fi throughout. We saw raccoons, iguanas, macaws, & a parrot while we were staying there. We also saw a few scorpions, but remember this is Costa Rica, so it's to be expected, just make sure you shake your stuff and check it out first. The only cons I can say about the house is having to put 2 beds together for a couple, but I noticed that a lot of other places in Costa Rica were the same way, so I think that may be common. Also, it takes a few minutes (4kms) to get back to the house once you go through the gate. It's really not that bad though, and can be a really nice drive, we saw plenty of critters along the way, it just seems long because you need to go slow. Really not that big of a deal, and since those are the only cons we had, that should say how great the place really is! The house is really in a great location. The gate is easy to find and you will find plenty of places to eat outside as well as inside the gated & well secured community. The property also has cameras on the outside areas of the home. You should definitely feel safe while saying there.

The villa is really nice and quiet, a wonderful beach just minutes away. Good for family vocation or for a bigger group. The area is closed and makes you feel really safe. Good for sunbathing, surfing. We met a lot of animals on the way :) Cesar was a good and helpful host! 

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