With a bird`s eye view of the Pacific, at the foot of a lush tropical forest, this unique villa is a stone´s throw from a private, white, sandy beach with warm and gentle water. The house includes 420 square meters of construction (2,582 square feet) and is a 3 minute walk from the beach. It shares a pool and deck area with 5 other elegant homes. For recent reviews, check out our VRBO listing Casa Caracola on White Sandy Beach next to los Sueños Resort - Herradura The space The place has the perfect mix of outdoor living and state-of-the-art technology, i.e. high speed internet throughout the house, full cellular signal coverage, central air-conditioned in the main living room, kitchen and all bedrooms. The main story is centered around an outdoor living room with a stately square dining table with comfortable upholstered chairs which seat 8, next to a relaxed seating area. Adjacent, the 21 X 21 ft ( 7 x 7 mts) main living room has 50” LCD HD TV with Apple TV. The ocean-view kitchen is fully equipped. Solid teak stairs down to a large deck with lounge sofas and hammock that face a lush tropical garden and access three 10 ft ceiling bedrooms. The Blue Room has two queen beds separated by a soji screen and a large private bathroom. The Aqua Room has a beautiful colonial-style mahogany bed, private bathroom and walk-in closet. The Indigo Room has two large spaces separated with a soji-screen. Upon entering there are two twin beds for kids, behind the glass partition we find the master king bed. Both spaces share a large bathroom with two sinks, they each have spacious closets and access to a private deck facing the garden. Additionally, the villa has a two-car garage, plus two separate spaces for cars, a laundry room with washer and dryer, chairs and stuff for the beach. Yet the best is yet to come…. a rooftop terrace to see the sunset over the Pacific, just before the stars stud the dark celestial sphere, if the moon does not fill everything with its white serene luminescence. Guest access Access to the property has to be by car, no public transportation gets there, except taxis. It is completely restricted to access by other parties different from owners or their guests. Other things to note The house’s finishes are premium quality. It is built of reinforced concrete, with thick and tall whitewashed walls. Doors, windows, columns and beams, floor-to-ceiling sliding doors and jalousies are made of cedar. Italian porcelanato floors, teak decks, natural-stone-carved sinks in the bathrooms, bamboo ceilings complete the villa´s palette of materials. Escondida is located a 2 hours drive from San José’s Juan Santamaría International Airport. It is a secure gated community inside the Marriot Los Sueños Resort, a few kilometers away from the town of Herradura with its high end supermarket and boutiques, and the city of Jacó Beach where one finds a lively night life, with plenty of restaurants, casinos and shops.

## Overview

Perched with a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and nestled at the edge of a lush tropical forest, this distinctive villa is just steps away from a private white sandy beach with warm, calm waters. The property spans 420 square meters (approximately 2,582 square feet) and is only a three-minute walk from the shore. It shares a pool and deck area with five other elegant residences.

## The Space

The villa offers an ideal blend of outdoor living and modern technology. It features high-speed internet throughout, full cellular signal coverage, and central air conditioning in the main living room, kitchen, and all bedrooms.

The main level centers around an outdoor living area that includes a stately square dining table with comfortable upholstered chairs seating eight, adjacent to a relaxed seating space. Inside, the 21 by 21-foot (7 by 7 meters) main living room is equipped with a 50-inch LCD HD TV with Apple TV.

The ocean-view kitchen is fully outfitted for all culinary needs. Solid teak stairs lead down to a spacious deck furnished with lounge sofas and a hammock, overlooking a lush tropical garden and providing access to three bedrooms with 10-foot ceilings.

### Bedrooms

- **Blue Room**: Contains two queen beds separated by a shoji screen and a large private bathroom.
- **Aqua Room**: Features a colonial-style mahogany bed, a private bathroom, and a walk-in closet.
- **Indigo Room**: Divided into two large areas by a shoji screen. The entry area has two twin beds suitable for children, while behind a glass partition lies the master king bed. Both sections share a spacious bathroom with double sinks, have ample closet space, and open onto a private deck facing the garden.

Additional amenities include a two-car garage plus two extra parking spaces, a laundry room with washer and dryer, and beach chairs and accessories.

The highlight is a rooftop terrace offering stunning views of the Pacific sunset, perfect for watching the stars emerge or enjoying the moon’s serene glow.

## Guest Access

Access to the property is by car only, as no public transportation serves the area except taxis. Entry is strictly limited to owners and their guests.

## Construction and Location

The villa is constructed with premium materials, including reinforced concrete and thick, tall whitewashed walls. Doors, windows, columns, beams, floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, and jalousies are crafted from cedar. The flooring consists of Italian porcelain tiles, teak decks, natural stone sinks in the bathrooms, and bamboo ceilings complete the elegant material palette.

Located within a secure gated community inside the Marriott Los Sueños Resort, Escondida is about a two-hour drive from San José’s Juan Santamaría International Airport. Nearby are the town of Herradura, offering a high-end supermarket and boutiques, and Jacó Beach, known for its vibrant nightlife with numerous restaurants, casinos, and shops.

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Can’t stop thinking about the beautiful beach right outside the front door! Thanks for a wonderful experience.

This is a gorgeous private beach that we practically lived in during our stay. Olga cooked numerous meals so we could enjoy our stay even more, and she was fabulous! Anna was quick to respond and offered great contacts for any needs we had! Evening sunsets on the outdoor deck with dinner from Olga will be most memorable. We felt safe and comfortable in the beautiful home! Thank you for the amazing visit!

Happy enjoyed your holiday! Come back soon!

Our stay at Anna’s house in Costa Rica was absolutely incredible—truly one of those places you don’t want to leave. The home itself is stunning, with an open dining area that perfectly captures the breathtaking sunset views each evening. The layout is ideal for families or groups, with private suites that give everyone their own space while still feeling connected. The beach access is unbeatable—just steps away and absolutely beautiful. We felt safe and the location couldn’t be more convenient. It’s just a quick 15-minute golf cart ride to the marina. One of the highlights of our trip was Olga, who cooked for us five nights. Every meal was outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. She was warm, professional, and a joy to have around. Anna was a fantastic host from start to finish. She was quick to respond to all our questions. If you are looking for the perfect spot, book this house!

We loved our stay at Anna’s beautiful house. The listing covered everything and the location was fantastic. We wanted a peaceful vacation away from crowds and busyness, this was everything we could ask for. The beach is very private and gorgeous, we spent every day in the water there and the few people we ran into within the small community were very nice. There is a small pool that is equally beautiful and rarely has anyone in it, we unfortunately didn’t even use it due to wanting to be in the ocean the whole time. Each room has a drying rack which was so helpful as lots of towels and suits being used daily. The location feels private while still close to necessities. We enjoyed the wildlife there too, watched the macaws every evening. Anna was very responsive and helpful, even told us about a lunar eclipse happening on our last night there which we enjoyed from the rooftop terrace. We had a fantastic stay and would not hesitate to go again.

Thank you soooo much for taking the time to write, it means a lot!

Anna's place is truly outstanding. The moment you walk in and see the view of the pristine bay, lapping waves, rainforest and luxurious lanai with outdoor dining you are sold.  The kitchen is well stocked with every dish, etc. you could want. Every bedroom is spacious with its own large bathroom and closet.  Just a few paces below the home is a private pool that never had anyone in it for the week we were there, besides ourselves.  A driveway slopes down and voila! You are at the most serene, peaceful beach where you can grab a few of Anna's beach chairs and spend the day. The kids loved the breaking waves and tidepools and the adults loved the snorkeling and swimming.  Parrots and butterflies fly above you and life is great just staying wthin the compound.  The biggest plus we did was take Anna's advice and hire Olga the chef/house keeper.  We started out with a couple dinners and soon realized she made our entire vacation with her fabulous appetizers, dinners and clean up. Bravo Olga

Paradise Found! This spot is a gem, situated on a private beach in a small, secure community. If you want to book it like a pro, include having their local chef Olga in your stay. Your meals will be prepared, groceries shopped for, the works. We left feeling refreshed-and did not want to leave. We traveled with five teenagers, all of us are happy!

10/10 spot, we absolutely loved it here! Such a nice, private community and felt super safe and it was right by the beach. Views were amazing and overall just the best stay, we hired Olga the chef and she was also amazing!!!!!

The house has an amazing view.  You can hear the sound of the ocean, it was so peaceful.  It’s a very short walk to actually get to the beach that’s basically private.  The beach is one of the most beautiful I’ve ever been to in my travels.  The house is awesome.  Doesn’t get much better than this.

thank you for this lovely paragraph!!! Come back anytime!

We just returned from an incredible stay at this beautiful house. We can't recommend it enough! The highlight was the secluded beach. The kids loved exploring the tide pools in the afternoons. The plunge pool was perfect for our family, and the larger pool was just a short walk away. The house and kitchen were well-stocked, including plenty of beach gear. The location was ideal, with a short drive to the grocery store, Marriott, and marina, making it super convenient. Olga was amazing—her meals were delicious, and she was so kind and helpful. Anna was also wonderful, quickly answering all our questions and helping us prepare for our trip. One note: the bedrooms open to an open-air hallway, so the occasional harmless gecko would sneak in. The place is very secure but if you’re coming with kids under 10, you might find peace by bringing sound monitors. Overall, this place exceeded our expectations. Thank you for an unforgettable family vacation!!

Thank you Jenn for such a lovely review! I appreciate it immensely!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Exceptional! This was truly the best Airbnb I’ve ever stayed in—top-notch in every way! The home was impeccably stocked with everything we needed, from extra shower towels to beach towels and chairs, making our stay effortless and relaxing. The WiFi was excellent, and the kitchen had all the utensils and essentials for cooking, which made it feel like a home away from home. The setting was exquisite—private, peaceful, and serene—the perfect getaway. Anna was incredibly responsive and had thought of everything, down to the heavenly-scented shampoo and conditioner. It’s clear that so much care and attention went into making this an exceptional experience. Thank you for hosting us—we can’t wait to come back!

Thank you so much Gisela for the time you took to write such lovely words

The house is amazing on a beautiful private beach. Everything was super easy and we had a blast! Olga the Chef was absolutely the BEST. She was so nice and the food was incredible. 10/10 stay!

We just returned from the most amazing 2 weeks at Anna’s house. Anna was a great host, always responding quickly. Wow! Stunning surroundings, steps from a private beach, plenty of room. We had a total of 7 guests. We didn’t use the living room once because we were always sitting in the outside living space. Olga was fantastic. She cooked 5 meals for us that were all delicious! The pool was nice, used as a plunge pool (never saw anyone else in the area use it) but mainly we floated in the ocean. There was also a beautifully maintained tennis court steps away! We had to move lemons from a lemon tree off the court. We repeatedly watched the macaw parrots fly over us. No monkey sightings at the house but if you drive to the end of the marina in the morning or dusk, you will see them! I can’t wait to go back. The only scary thing is the road to and from the house, definitely need a car/SUV. Also very safe community, like Fort Knox to get in. Totally worth it!

Ana’s house is truly a slice of paradise. You are surrounded by nature and the beach is incredible. It often felt like we were on a private beach all to ourselves. The house itself is exactly as described. Ana was always so helpful and put is in touch with local contacts to help with cooking, activities, and transportation. We were a family of 9 (4 adults, 2 adult teens, and 3 teens) and we fit effortlessly. I would highly recommend renting a car to get around. The super market is about a 15 minute drive and local activities like ATV, zip lining, etc. are about 25 minutes away. If you’re looking to get away to paradise, this is where you want to be!

We are very glad you, your family and friends had a nice holiday! Come back!

The house was beautiful and the location extremely close to an amazing beach. Very relaxing trip. The house set up was so nice with privacy if you preferred or socal areas. The A/C was WONDERFUL! If you go you MUST hire Olga!!! She prepared dinner for us 2 different evenings, DELICIOUS, and loved not having to leave the house again after a long day on the water. I would highly recommend this house. Great stay, friendly, helpful, very relaxing!

We are so glad you and your friends had a good time! Welcome back anytime!!!

Anna was great and accommodating! Great experience!

Our family member decided to get married (kind of last minute, haha) in Costa Rica so we were scrambling to find a place to stay. Hotels were booked so I reached out to to Anna about my family staying in her beautiful home. She was more than accommodating and communicative. What a great experience and such an awesome host! Would definitely recommend to anyone I know that would be traveling to Costa Rica.

thank you Dani for your kind review, we are very glad you enjoyed your stay!

Gorgeous property steps from sandy private beach!  Perfect for our extended large family (ages 6-68) with four ensuites and additonal sleeping. The view is unmatched and the sunsets breath taking. We had Olga cook for us breakfast and dinner most days and the food was fantastic local cuisine. For a relaxing vacation I would highly recommend you partake in her delicious cooking (burritos were my family's favorite). The property is in a secure area, close to Marriott activities, grocery and adventure park.  We definitely would stay at Anna's again!

Thank you for your kind words Linda! We are very very glad you all had a happy time!!!

Beautiful place, wonderful views, loved the private beach, and felt very secure. Would recommend to friends and family. Anna’s housekeeper cooked us an amazing meal for a reasonable price. Would definitely go back!

Thank Sharon for taking the time to write! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!

I would highly recommend staying at this house.  The beach is beautiful and secluded and the waves are very calm, which allowed our kids to spend all day swimming in the water.  The house is beautiful and has a breathtaking view of the ocean.  The WiFi is strong and reliable, which was an huge relief on the day Bo needed to work remote.  In addition to the house, Anna is a very helpful and responsive host and helped make our first stay in Costa Rica smooth as could be.  We would also recommend getting a few meals from Olga while you are here.  Can’t wait to come back!

Thank you SO much for taking the time to write, your kind words mean a lot!

This is the perfect place to be in nature with an incredible private beach. I would definitely recommend for the family or group that wants a quiet, peaceful, scenic, and Costa Rican experience. Would not be ideal for partying, but anyone that wants the peaceful Pura Vida, Costa Rican experience. Would definitely recommend people to stay here.

Thank you Eugene for taking the time to write, I really appreciate it!

The place truly is one of the best in Costa Rica. The beach is private and it makes a world of difference. The location is prime real estate and beautiful. Truly worth every penny. So clean and enough towels and fully stocked kitchen to cook. A cleaning service comes in ever few days. They will ask you to leave which I did not like at all but nothing ever went missing in our 8 days stay. Shops are close. Good. Everything! One thing,  I hated was how terrible finding this place was. I speak Spanish and used Waze maps (only use in CR) and still couldn’t find it. It’s hidden as the name suggests. 😅

Anna’s place was absolutely perfect for our family! It afforded togetherness while also providing separate spaces for a family of introverts to decompress. The walk to the beach was simple and easy. The neighboring residents and vacationers (not many) were sweet and friendly. Well stocked home for cooking, playing, lounging, and relaxing. The beach was beautiful and the ocean so very fun! Anna was super helpful with several requests and Olga - absolutely the best! Olga cooked dinner for our family on my birthday (50th!) plus two lunches and another dinner - all authentic CR food with some of the items from her own garden! She also cleaned twice, so refreshing and appreciated! She has a sweet, unobtrusive disposition. I mentioned a breakfast dish I was curious about and she made it for us to have the following morning. Just so thoughtful and kind! The home is nestled in mountains between the ocean and Los Sueños Resort and Marina, providing lots of food and boating options. ¡Pura Vida!

Thank you so much Rebecca for your comprehensive review! Come back!

Thas the most beautiful, peaceful, and beautiful place. amazing gardens, is magical.

We are very happy you liked it! Come back!

We absolutely loved our stay!! The house was amazing and we loved how close the private beach was. We saw monkeys, iguanas, macaws, and crabs near the house which added to the adventure. Anna was an incredible host and we can’t thank her enough! We also really loved Olga and paid for her to make private meals during our stay. Trip of a lifetime!!

Thank you so much for your kind words,  we always look forward to the enjoyment of our guests

We stayed at this amazing house, all 10 of us, to celebrate my parents 70th bday. We had a blast. Lots of room for everyone. Within a few steps of the pool and a few more toward our quasi private beach. Anna, the host, was amazing and hyper responsive. She recommanded us a chef (Olga) which was really amazing. Highly recommand. We will be back !

Thank you Guillaume for you kind words, we are very glad you had a food time, and pkease come back!

Anna’s place was amazing. Anna was very responsive and helpful for recommendations. The pictures just don’t do it justice. Most days we had the the most amazing beach to ourselves. Olga kept our house clean and made us the most amazing empanadas and fish tacos.

Thank you for taking the time to write! Although renting is business, I derive great joy when people have a nice time!

Casa Caracola is a dream! The property is gorgeous with an awesome layout and an amazing outdoor living space. Anna was helpful and responsive. She also hooked us up with Olga, whom you can hire to cook for you. We hired Olga to make us dinner on 2 nights and they were the most memorable evenings - she is an excellent cook and the sweetest! If you desire, the kitchen is one you can actually cook in and has excellent amenities. The temps were high when we stayed so we appreciated the good air conditioning. We loved having easy access to the beautiful beach. There were well positioned outdoor showers to get the sand off before entering the casa. The neighborhood is very private and safe. We would love to come back here again someday!

Thank you for your kind words! Would love to have you again!!!

Great place.  Olga was a tremendous asset to the stay!

Anna's place was fantastic. The incredible view and private beach were so great that we didn't really want to leave to go anywhere else. Anna was quite helpful and responsive to all questions. Olga was amazing and created some fabulously delicious meals for us. Tracy was super helpful. Overall our group enjoyed everything about our time at Anna's and would return.

Many thanks Shaun for your kind words, this reviews help us a lot!

Great host. Very responsive and super friendly.  The arrangements with the cook Olga were amazing. Great Costa rican food. Felt very homely and comfortable.

Anna was an awesome host and the location is great. House keeping staff was excellent. Outdoor grill would have been a nice amenity.

If I ever come back to Costa Rica it will be to stay at this exact place. What a paradise.

Everything was great! We had Olga cook a meal for us and it was phenomenal. Would highly recommend this place! Very close to the beach! I would recommend having a rental car to zip around easily!

Amazing house on a private beach ! My wife and I stayed there with 3 of our sons. Plenty of room! 200 foot walk to the most beautiful beach I have ever seen. Place was clean and well stocked. Wi-Fi worked well. Washer/dryer on site. If you stay there have Olga cook for you, she is an amazing cook and reasonably priced ( ask her to make empanadas, Wow !). Will definitely stay there again !!

Excellent host the property is in a beautiful location private beach with soft waves in the Pacific we had a great time and the host was always available to answer any questions The house is beautiful

The entire experience of staying in Anna’s house was wonderful.  The house has a unbelievable view of the ocean and is within a few steps of the beach.  Our grandsons enjoyed the shared pool that was at the bottom of the stairs outside Anna’s house.  We never saw anyone else using it for the 2 weeks we stayed there.  In order to get to the house we had to drive threw los Suenos resort which is a beautiful Marriott property.  We ate there several times and the food was really good.  We were very close to a nice supermarket and Jaco.  There were lots of places to shop and eat in Jaco.  Anna provided housekeeping service every other day.  Her housekeeper, Olga cleaned and did our laundry!  We also hired her to cook for us several nights.  She is a great cook and we enjoyed staying on the beach to watch the sun go down and then showering and sitting down to the table with food prepared.  Olga did the shopping, prepared the meal and cleaned up.  We LOVED Olga and the convenience of staying in for dinner.  We loved the whole Costa Rican experience.  Every morning we would sit on Anna’s top terrace and watch the macaw’s fly over.  We saw toucans when driving through the the property.  It was a fun experience and Anna was a very responsive and considerate host.  I would highly recommend this property to anyone!  We felt very safe and were within driving distance of any amenity that we needed.  The whole package provided a very fun CR experience!!

thank you Debra for taking the time to write so much,  having people that enjoy so much our place is very pleasurable

Anna is such a great host and her house is magnificent. We were able to work efficiently and take meetings during the day thanks to the high-speed internet (100mb/s). We’d wake up every morning and take only a couple steps to get to the semi-private paradise beach. At night, Jaco nightlife is only 15 minutes away. The house is in gated community which made it extra safe for us to leave our equipment. Kitchen utensils were complete allowing us to cook and make yummy smoothies during the day. For working professionals, this is the best place to work and have fun. For vacation its best place to get sun and swim all day. 100% recommend and we’ll definitely visit again.

Fantastic Property! Very family friendly and a must when visiting Costa Rica

The house and location were amazing. Anna is a perfect host.  Everything was perfect.

Las gracias a ustedes Marty Tienen una familia preciosa. Dios los bendiga siempre.

Where do I start? The location alone is magical. You get your own Private beach as well as the best views you can only imagine. I loved the idea of being inside of los sueños and having so much accessible to you. Concierge, marina, restaurants, you name it. And at the same time being so close to the fun beach town of Jaco. The home was beautiful and extremely clean and comfortable. I truly appreciated how safe I felt as well since there is a security checkpoint in order to access the house. The host Anna was very attentive and helpful throughout my entire stay. She responds almost immediately every time. If you want a stress free trip, I recommend booking here. All in all Anna’s home is a 10/10 and I will definitely be coming back.

Beautiful home located in a beautiful place with amazing views and private beach. Highly recommended! Love the place and Ana was a great host!

This location and accommodation is simply spectacular. During the week, we effectively had our own private beach — steps from the ocean with a gorgeous sunset each night. The house is lovely and incredibly well laid out and furnished. The hosts could not have been more welcoming and lovely. We went as two families with our young children and had an amazing time.

Annas place was absolutely amazing. The location itself was mind blowing. The house is beautifully kept, great wifi, appliances, bedrooms.. Waking up to that view everyday was something else, then just being able to walk a few minutes and your'e on a most epic private beach with a great surf break.. Its great and quiet, but still close to the party town and some great local restaurants.. We had 6 people stay comfortably, will def be coming back! Thanks again for all the help :)

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