Sharon

Reviews

Superhost

124 total reviews

90% rated 5★

124 reviews

4.88

2020–2026

Cleanliness 4.9

Accuracy 4.8

Communication 5.0

Location 5.0

Check-in 5.0

Value 4.8

124 reviews

Villa Olivia

Claire

Excellent, 1 month ago

Magical. Sharon and all the staff made us feel welcome and quickly accommodated or fixed any small issues that arose. The location could not be beat and our mixed family group of 11 was comfortable and had plenty of alone and shared space to enjoy within and around the house grounds. Loved all of it!! 100% pura vida!

Wow! We loved staying at Casa Mirage1. Sharon was a Great host and was very responsive and helpful before and during our stay. The house was perfect for our 15 family members who were all there to celebrate my 70th birthday. We had 8 adults and 7 kids. The beachfront locatiuon was ideal for everyone to enjoy the ocean, strolls on the beach, shady lounges to watch the sunsets and napping. The kids loved the pool as well. The location was private, not touristy, but walkable to restaurants and hang outs. The on site staff were very attentive and friendly and the grounds and house are well maintained. This may be our go to family spot.

Wow what a wonderful vacation we had with our four girls, their husbands and a 3 and 1 year old. This place is breathtaking and we truly enjoyed our time!!! It is VERY spacious, just a few steps to the beach, walk down the beach to treat yourself to tacos, food, festivities and fun was amazing. Sunsets are magical and everyone was so extremely nice!! We would definitely rent this out again!!!! Highly, highly recommend staying here. It was a dream come true and thank you to Sharon and her crew for all you did!!! Loretta & John

We had a wonderful stay at Villa Olivia. The beach was absolutely perfect. We loved swimming in the waves and enjoyed taking surfing lessons just a few villas down (Mojo Surfing). Taco star for the win down the beach also, as well as the banana pancakes at the nearby hotel. The house was great for what we needed. My only complaint was that the pool was a lot smaller in person. The pool was tiny and was very warm. However the outdoor shower next to the pool helped us all too cool off. All the staff were amazing and helpful. I would love to go back!

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Kristen

Repeat guest

Excellent, 5 months ago

Villa Olivia on Playa Grande is a special place. This was our 2nd stay. We love that this home is right on the beach and provides everything you need for spending time outside. (Ample chairs, tables, pool, grill, hammocks, etc.) The location is not only beautiful, but very relaxing with not too many people. The home comfortably slept our family of 7 adults and an infant. The services that Villa Olivia provides are outstanding! The concierge team did a fantastic job of arranging excursions, surfing lessons, restaurant reservations, grocery delivery, and answering all of our questions. Their response time was within minutes, if not seconds. They were very kind and easy to work with! We had a majority of our breakfasts and dinners cooked by the Villa’s amazing chef Kimberly. Enjoying her meals, sitting at the outdoor table, looking at the ocean and spectacular sunsets is one of the things we love most about this home! I highly recommend staying at Villa Olivia!

Sharon and her team always responded in a timely manner to all my questions starting with pre booking questions and for months before our arrival. Our family ranged from 2-85 years old and the team was always able to find solutions to some of our unique challenges. Kimberly was fabulous and we highly recommend you use her services for dinner or any meals. All the transportation arrangements they made were always early and waiting for us. The location is spectacular, the home is well maintained, the house staff is friendly and available to answer any questions. Morena, the dog, was so much fun! We hope to return to see the turtles!

Our experience at Casa Mirage was beyond our dreams! Besides the incredible location and wonderful layout of the home, the staff (Elibeth, Ania, Leanna, Kenneth, Jeffrey, and Jorge) is the best!! They were very responsive to any needs that we had and/or situations that arose. They were always so willing to go above and beyond to insure our needs were met.  Also, I highly recommend hiring Kimberly, our cook. She is fabulous!! She made most of our meals and they were delicious! Kimberly and her grown children not only cooked the meals but cleaned up as well. A true vacation for moms!  Our time at Casa Mirage was magical and we cannot wait to go back!

We loved Sharon’s home. Lots of rooms. Very comfortable. AC was great. We used Kimberly for 3 dinners and were very please. The beach is the pinnacle of beaches and we walked it daily in the morning and at night. I recommend a golf cart to reach more bars and restaurants but walkable to a few. Lots of security and staff so you feel super safe. Jeffrey was really nice. Morena the dog was fun to hang out with. Walked the beach with her. She hung out with us most days! Recommend!

The property was as described in text and photos. It was a great location with great beach access. Both the outdoor and indoor spaces were spacious and comfortable. We appreciated the dining table to seat the 13 of us. We took advantage of the chefs that were available to prepare delicious meal choices and the stock the fridge option was a great service. The property was neat and clean and well cared for. We all agreed it was truly a wonderful place to share the Christmas holiday with our family. We would return !!

As soon as you walk through the sliding kitchen doors out back you are awestruck by the gorgeous landscape, beach and ocean views. The sand is so smooth it feels like flour. Literally grab your board and hit the waves. Riptides weren’t bad so it was great for the kids to ride their boogie boards. Local surf shops to rent your boards, several wonderful nearby restaurants and a few mini markets to pick up needed groceries. Host was very quick to respond on any questions or issues we had. We very much enjoyed our stay!

What a beautiful trip, the beach is breathtaking! I'd go back anytime :)

This house was gorgeous with perfect views of the ocean. However, there was always staff around at the house working on things or doing laundry in the locked up laundry room. I paid a good price for this house and the location, but the laundry room was locked for public use. We had to pay $10 to have them do a load of laundry, charged me $10 a day to use a boogie board that was locked up in the laundry room. In the meantime, I left the sand toys at the house that I bought for my kids to use. Just a lot of money spent to be nickel and dimed for every extra little thing. Here we felt like tourists not so much like guests. Leeana the house manager was amazing with recommendations and very responsive to any issues we had.

Host Response

Thank you so much for taking in the views from our villa and for your kind words about Leeana’s hospitality—it truly means a lot to our team. We also appreciate your thoughtful feedback on our optional amenities and services, which helps us continue creating a welcoming and elevated experience for future guests. In addition to the accommodations, we offer a range of optional amenities that many guests say enhance their stay. These include boogie boards rentals and laundry service, as well as curated experiences like meal prep, cooking classes, stock the fridge, local excursions, and transportation arrangements. Our goal is to provide personalized touches that make every visit feel special. Our staff are nearby to care for the property grounds and are available to assist guests whenever needed. If guest prefer a more private experience, simply let the team know—we’re happy to adjust our presence to ensure your comfort while remaining attentive to your needs.

Villa Olivia was perfect for our girls trip! It was stunning, spacious, and the views were incredible! Sharon was very responsive and helpful planning our trip. Leena, the property manager, came by to welcome us and introduce herself. We woke up the first morning with low water pressure and then no water. They were very responsive and got on top of the problem immediately and fixed quickly! We couldn’t have had a better stay or more excellent hosts!

The house was perfect. The beach was beautiful. The guys could surf right in front of the house. The waves were perfect. I could watch them surf from the kitchen, which was so fun for me. It easily fit 5 families with children. The house had beach toys for the children to play with, a high chair and pack n play. There was great coffee within walking distance at Beach Break Surf Cafe. Great restaurant near by. We did our grocery shopping mostly at Mega grocery on our way to Tamarindo. The drive to Tamarindo is about 25 minutes. We loved being outside of the town and driving in if needed. Perfect place for our family vacation.

We had a wonderful vacation at Villa Olivia. The location was ideal. Leeana was the best concierge aiding in obtaining transportation from the airport, surfing lessons, and our 2 excursions. The house is set up to really feel like a home away from home. We opted to have Kimberly prepare breakfast and dinners while we were there. I highly recommend her services. The meals were fresh and delicious. Kimberly and her team also made sure the house was well maintained and clean. We look forward to coming back again.

This location is paradise. Soft sand bottom beach with intermediate surf waves. We enjoyed the beach views tremendously. The sunsets are unparalleled. We had 3 families (all global travelers) stay in this villa and out of the 8 young children and 6 adults and 1 teen we slipped and fell on the extremely slippery floors over 16x! The afternoon rain and wet pool feet made it very difficult to walk safely around the porch, balcony, open air common spaces, stairs and even inside the rooms. I hope they can replace the extremely slippery floors before a serious accident occurs. I called the host after slipping down the stairs myself upon 10 min of check in. Thankfully I just had a knot and bruise on my arm. The host was very kind and brought more mats and rugs to help prevent the kids falling down but wasn’t a 100% solution because more falls hapened. The Pool was clean. A Personal security guard kept watch at night. I didn’t know that was needed. We Felt safe. Host was accommodating.

Host Response

Thank you Virginia for your wonderful review and for highlighting the beauty of our villa's location! I'm so glad you enjoyed the beach views and sunsets. Your feedback about the flooring is incredibly valuable and we're already discussing improvements to address this concern for future guest’s safety. We truly appreciate your understanding!

Casa Mirage was a trip of a lifetime for our family and a lot of it has to do with the host and the staff. The place was exactly as described and more. THe host helped with everything from transportation to food. It's located in a small surf town with cute little coffee shop and a few good restaurants within walking. THe beach is walkable and super clean up to 4 miles and the water is warm and clean. The staff came around daily to clean up yard debris and clean inside. Kimberly was the chef and wow did she outdo herself. Helped us with grocery shopping and made us the best meals i've ever had! Her and her ladies were so kind and skilled. If we could go every year we would!! Thank you so much

Spring break 2025 at Casa Olivia was absolutely perfect for our family!! It was a treat to stay at an amazing house in the relaxed and friendly beach town. Walking the beach, surfing and swimming in the ocean with so many quirky, delicious small bars and restaurants was the definition of a laid back beach vacay. We elected to have breakfasts and most dinners prepared by the house manager and her team, and it was an amazing option. Delicious fresh fruit every morning, local dishes all homemade. All nine of us loved the meals. Morena - the ‘house dog’ became a member of our family taking long walks on the beach with us, and kept us company with her happy disposition. Located in the national park, the.beach was pristine, vast and so much wildlife. We even saw a giant green turtle lay her eggs. The host and staff were responsive, friendly, helpful and made our relaxing beach vacation … easy and relaxing. Thank you!!!

It's a beautiful location and lovely house! Our family of 8 had the greatest time stepping right into the waves from the yard, hiking up to the black sand beach, watching sunsets from the hammocks and rocking chairs, eating at nearby Hotel Las Tortugas and Taco Star. We highly recommend the estuary tour with Jonathan that we met at Las Tortugas, by the way- saw crocs, howlers, all manner of birds! And we absolutely loved Kimberly and Kenneth and all the night watchmen at the house! They were all so kind and helpful! Kenneth let me take Morena, the house dog, for a sunset walk (we loved her) AND he showed us the howler monkeys nearby. Kimberly took great care of us without being intrusive at all. We had many questions and she was very patient with us. We hope to come stay with them again one day. This stay wasn't nearly long enough!

We had such a great stay! The home is beautiful! We would definitely stay there again the hostess were friendly and very attentive. There’s even a house dog who was amazing she would follow my kids to the beach and stay with them as if she was watching out for them 🥹 this was a special trip for us and staying in this home felt so comfortable and peaceful we loved it! There was 10 of us and plenty of space it didnt feel crowded everyone had their own space it was great, thanks again for sharing your home with us as we experienced Coast Rica! Pura vida!

Villa Olivia was a wonderful place for me and my family to visit. It had everything we needed and more. The staff were so attentive and the house was perfect for a large group. The proximity to the beach was amazing. The views were out of this world beautiful. My family already wants to return next year. The cook, Kimberly, was incredible and offered a delicious range of meals. And the watchdog Morena was the cherry on top. She was the cutest companion for a family full of dog lovers. Villa Olivia was so perfect it made it hard to leave and explore the surrounding beauty! If you’re looking for another house stop right here and book this place. It’s absolutely perfect for all types of groups. Thank you to Julie, Leeana, Kimberly, Morena, and the rest of the Villa Olivia staff!!

Host Response

Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! It brings us great joy to hear that Villa Olivia provided everything your family needed for a wonderful stay. We're thrilled that the house, its location, and the views all contributed to an unforgettable experience for your group. Kimberly will be so pleased to know her meals were a highlight, and we’re sure Morena enjoyed being part of your family’s time here just as much as you enjoyed her company. Knowing that you’re already planning to return means the world to us. We’re truly grateful for your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back to Villa Olivia next year. Thank you for being such amazing guests!

This house could not have been better! Kimberly the cook/housekeeper was friendly and the food she made was delicious. We truly enjoyed our stay. The beach access was our favorite part, & being able to rent surfboards for the week was so convenient. The set up was perfect for our group of 11, giving us all ample space to gather then go to our own section of the house to decompress at the end of the day. Transportation was no problem with the help of the house managers. We discovered a black sand beach about a mile and a half from the house too so that was really fun! This place was magical from start to finish and helped us create an experience/vacation we will never forget.

Host Response

We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that the house layout suited your group. Wonderful to know Kimberly made your experience even more special with her wonderful meals and you enjoyed surfing out the "back door." We will pass on to Kimberly and the managers your positive feedback. The beautiful black sand beach is a secret gem, glad you found it . We hope to welcome you back in the future for magical times!🌴✨ Julie

we had an amazing stay with Julie and her casa on the beach. we came for a 30th birthday party and were impressed with the cleanliness and comfortability of the house. the pool and beach side access was fabulous for day adventures. the attention to detail with the soft towels, blankets, cold filtered water, generous amounts of towels and hammocks — these touches really made the place feel relaxing and we felt at home. we truly recommend having Kim as a private chef, her food was fresh, excellently seasoned, and her and the team were polite. we felt safe and well taken care of at the property with the security, maintenance crew, and house keeping. thanks Julie for making my 30th birthday party memorable!

Rented this for some of my wedding guests to enjoy the ocean. They had a fabulous time! They loved being right on the water and enjoyed the ocean views. They also took advantage of the cook the host recommended one day as well. Highly recommend!

Host Response

Thank you so much for choosing our place for such a special occasion, Kara! I'm thrilled to hear that everyone enjoyed the oceanfront location and enjoyed meals cooked by Kimberly. We would absolutely love to welcome you back anytime in the future!

It’s an amazing location. Perfect for families and surfers with a pool and right on the beach. The house is located right next to a surf break. The pool is small but it’s perfect for cooling off and playing with little kids. You are only 25 mins drive to tamarindo. There is daily maintenance and always someone around to help out with any issues. We had an empanadas cooking lesson and a traditional breakfast which were highlights for us!

Host Response

Hi Christine, thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the location, amenities, and activities offered during your stay. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!

What can you say about Casa Mirage, what a FABULOUS place. Certainly exceeded expectations. We split time between Playa Grande and LaFortuna. Both were fantastic areas to stay. We were three families, total of 11 and felt like we had plenty of room and never felt overcrowded. The place had everything we needed for a very relaxed time, R & R at it's finest. I like to think we were pretty low maintenance group, did not have to reach out for help much. Most of it was informational and host was exceptional at responding. We took advantage of the meal being provided and was excellent. There are very walkable places to eat that fit the bill. I was the only one in the group, that before the trip wanted to do a Tamarindo day visit, we never made it, but in reality it was not missed. Great beach for walking, surfing and boogie boards. There were a couple of cases of riptides, there were lifeguards on a little stretch of beach from the house and they came down to give us a heads up. I HIGHLY REC

Host Response

Hi Joe, we were happy to host your group and thrilled to hear that your stay at Casa Mirage was nothing short of fabulous exceeding your expectations! Our amenities provided everything you needed for a relaxed getaway, as well as being tended to with prompt communication and helpful assistance. Given its design for large groups, we are happy Casa Mirage successfully met the goal of providing a comfortable and spacious environment for your three families. Playa Grande does offer a nice variety of dining options and Kimberly's cooking is so delightful. Thank you for highlighting the great beach activities available and for appreciating the lifeguards' attention to safety. We highly value your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Casa Mirage in the future!

Villa Olivia was the perfect site to celebrate a milestone birthday with friends and family. We were a mix of couples, families and folks travelling solo. The layout of the rooms allowed everyone to have their own spaces to retreat to, and the communal areas of the house supported dinner for the dozen of us. The kitchen was stocked on arrival - a helpful service given our arrival time at Liberia Airport and the size of our group. For nights when we wanted to spend as much time as possible out in the surf or enjoying the sunset, we also took advantage of local catering prepared at the house - the traditional Costa Rican dinner by Kimberly's team was muy rico and our widely traveled group agreed that Sushi Mafia was top notch! Leeana was really responsive to our groups needs. Kimberly, Yebri, Jeffrey, and Felix were also fantastic and made the group feel safe, comfortable and at home throughout our stay. We achieved our goal of forgetting what day of the week it was early on!

Host Response

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at Villa Olivia! It sounds like your group had a fantastic time, a wonderful birthday and took advantage of all the area has to offer, loosing track of time speaks volumes. There's nothing more pleasing to us to know our staff contributed to a more enjoyable and comfortable experience. I will pass on your praises to everyone and extra mention to Kimberly about how you enjoyed her cooking. We hope to welcome you back to Villa Olivia for more unforgettable memories in the future! Julie

Casa Mirage is incredible! Not only the home and beach but also the people who cared for this space and our family while there exceded our expectations in everyway! The kitchen is extremely well appointed. Hot water, Air Conditioning and wifi all worked flawlessly throughout our stay. Lots of comfortable outdoor seating. Awesome and exceptionally cared for and clean outdoor grill. The beds, linens and towels were all top notch and the regular room turndown service and housekeeping was spectacular. We felt safe and comfortable in every way throughout our entire stay. The host is extraordinaroly responsive and will take care of just about anything you could imagine. The maintenance man, gardener and housekeeper all went out of their way to make our stay comfortable and the cook is excellent! Dont hesitate to book! You wont regret it.

Host Response

Thank you Ken for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear you had a spectacular stay at Casa Mirage in every aspect – from the stunning home, it’s beachfront location, outdoor seating and grill to the well appointed amenities and the service and care provided by our dedicated team. The safety and comfort of our guests are paramount and we're pleased that you felt secure throughout your visit. Your enthusiastic recommendation means the world to us and we can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience. Thank you for choosing to stay with us!

We loved this house! It is right on the water, we swam in the ocean everyday and boogie boarded. The sunsets are magnificent and the pool and grounds are wonderful. We saw Iguana’s, birds and lots of butterflies and dragonflies. The location is safe as they have security watching over you at night and plenty of people around during the day working on the various houses they maintain. We visited the local Brewery several times, Cameron & Emma are outstanding and the food/beer is great. The Taco Star was great and the food at the Rip Jack Inn was delectable, we saw monkeys in the trees while eating breakfast one day. Kimberly cooked a few meals for us and the food was always delicious. I would definitely recommend this house and we can’t wait to return.

Host Response

Hi Cheryl, thank you so much for your kind words and detailed feedback about your stay at our villa and the recommended dining options. We're absolutely delighted that you had such a wonderful experience, enjoying the beachfront location and boogie boarding, the stunning sunsets, as well as the pool and grounds. The wildlife is abundant and you never know what you’ll see each day. Glad you took advantage of Kimberly's cooking and had delicious meals. We are looking forward to you returning, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic visit.

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Alex

Excellent, 2 years ago

The location was fantastic. We literally walked from the private pool area directly onto the beach. The upstairs balconies had a beautiful view of the beach. They were rocking chairs everywhere. Our assistant while we were there, Ania, was absolutely amazing. The workers helped us fix a flat. One night we paid to have dinner cooked in the house. Kimberly did a fantastic job! All of the workers were so kind and welcoming.

Host Response

Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you found the location fantastic, the oceanfront pool with direct beach access is a wonderful feature to the villa. Lovely to know, you took advantage of the rocking chairs for some relaxation and to enjoy the coastal views from the veranda. Our staff is like family and they will appreciate knowing you acknowledged and highlighted that they went above and beyond to assist. Kimberly's cooking is hard to beat! We hope to have you return for another memorable stay in the future!

The home was fabulous. The view was wonderful and the beach was private with not much traffic. The staff was amazing; extremely accommodating, discrete and polite.

Host Response

We're absolutely delighted to hear that you found our villa enjoyable, as well as the secluded and tranquil beach. We will pass on your kind words to our staff, that you found them amazing! Thank you again for choosing to stay with us and hope to see you again in the future!

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Glen

Excellent, 3 years ago

Beautiful house and location. We hope to be back soon!

Host Response

Hi Glen, your feedback is greatly appreciated! It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed our oceanfront villa and it's gorgeous seaside setting. We can't wait to welcome you back soon for more fantastic moments.

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Carol

Excellent, 3 years ago

Honestly, Casa Mirage is even better in person. This house exceeded all of my expectations. My family and I literally had the best vacation ever, words can’t even describe how magical this place is. The housekeeper Ania was so friendly, Leeanna and Elibeth were very communicative and always answered our questions. Kimberly made our group of 11 dinner on our last night and it was just the most amazing home cooked Costa Rican food. Our Amigo (the groundskeeper with the two dogs Nextdoor) showed our kids where the baby sea turtles were. I mean, there’s not enough words to express my gratitude to the people who take care of this property and the locals in the surrounding area. Such a beautiful country filled with beautiful people. Thank you for these memories.

Wow! The place and location are absolutely worth everything. We all felt so grateful and at peace with the absolute beauty of the home but more importantly the nature that surrounds the home. The beach is absolutely perfect. Soft sand, beautiful beaches, quiet beach, perfect view of the sunset every night. Kimberly and the staff were just perfect. So kind, great food, super helpful. Leeana! You are amazing! No way would we have had the trip we had without her support and communication. Thank you! Also, there is security at night and Lester was great. Not intrusive but made us all feel secure.

Villa Olivia

Kristen

Repeat guest

Excellent, 3 years ago

Our group had an amazing stay at Vila Olivia, we did not want to leave! The staff was kind and helpful. They kept the home clean and cooked the most delicious meals! The location was exactly what we were looking for... a nice quiet area, beautiful beach, small market/cafe/surf shop in walking distance. The surfing right outside the door was also great for all surf levels!

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Amanda

Excellent, 3 years ago

Amazing location, comfortable beds, wonderful staff and responsive hosts! Our group of 9 had a 10/10 stay. Thank you Casa Mirage!

What an incredible location- I wish I could upload photos of just how amazing the sunsets from the decks were! We had a group of 7 (2 couples and 3 kids 10 yrs old and under), and could had at least 2 more couples join us comfortably (left 2 rooms unused completely). What I didn't expect was that there will always be a groundskeeper, maintenance person, night watchman, or co-host on site at all times. They're very friendly and helpful, communication was easy. They picked and shucked coconut for us, or brought in a rhino beetle to show the kids, etc- all things that were very special to our experience. Kimberly helped us arrange to have some groceries stocked ahead of time, and is available to cook meals for additional fee as well. Really- don't hesitate to book this home right away!

We were a group of 7 friends and had such a great time! they had some water issues with this property so they switched us to casa Mirage. they were very prompt and called us about the issue as soon as they knew about it and offered us the switch as they felt the house would not be ready in time. Mirage was just as beautiful and comfortable. we loved having the pool and direct access to the beach. all of the staff was amazing. several restaurants within walking distance, we really liked Onda. we did transportation mainly though youarecostarica but figured out that uber works just fine there, specially if you want to get to tamarindo. we hired Kim, the cook, and she was amazing. her food was so good and she was very accommodating. they also did our grocery shopping and went above and beyond to get what we requested. One thing you need to know is that she needs to be paid in cash and atm access is not easy to come by in playa grande. we had to hire transportationto get us to an atm. I talked to Leeane about this and she was very receptive and acknowledged that it's something they need to prep people for. other than that, I highly recommend this stay!! cheers!

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Svetlana

Repeat guest

Excellent, 4 years ago

Thank you 🙏 Julie for a very warm welcome. This is an amazing ocean front villa. The house is very clean and well maintained. Leeana was super responsive and helped us with local tips. And a big thank you to Kimberly for cooking very delicious meals for us. Hope we will be able to visit again in the future. Our stay was awesome.

location of Villa Olivia is perfect. Our 3rd time to Playa Grande with a a young family and location here is perfect, together with the large grass backyard which provides plenty of space. Jose ans jebei the staff were so nice, especially to the kids. the house is large with multiple different sleeping areas. this may be good for some families or multiple groups, but there are no internal hallways between rooms so for our young kids was not great as getting between rooms is not easy at night. Again may be perfect for some travellers.

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Marianela

Repeat guest

Good, 5 years ago

Great location. You can't ask for more: the beach is beautiful, for both children and adults, and for surfing. The house is beautiful, however it is not like in the photos, it needs a bit of maintenance since it actually looks older, and in one of the upstairs rooms there were leaks, the things and the bed of one of us got soaked. We didn't think it was okay that there are a couple of photos of rooms that are not of this house. The house has two separate rooms upstairs with a bathroom, and three rooms with bathroom downstairs, however one of the rooms in the photos was not there. The perfect kitchen, it has everything. Upon arrival there was no gas, but the maintenance man helped us very kindly. Lupe, clean, super friendly. Everything is very clean, lots of cloths. Responsible for responding fairly accurate and friendly messages. We would come back for the beach and the place in general, but it is not very relative price/quality. At the entrance there is a basic mini supermarket, 20 minutes from a gas station and 25-30 min. Tamarindo, it's better to bring everything there, as the mini supermarket is very basic.

Host Response

Hi Mariana, thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your oceanfront vacation, finding the villa clean, staff friendly and managers readily available for your assistance. Yes, bedroom 3 looks very different as it’s been remodeled. It was an oversight the photos weren’t changed to reflect the improvements. It’s now more spacious, with a wall removed, the ceiling raised 3’ and the white panels replaced with teak wood. The bed and bathroom configurations remain the same with a few finishing details being completed. Our apologies for the leaks, we attended to them as soon as you notified us and they have been fixed. All rooms are pictured, upstairs bedrooms 4 and 5 look identical with the exception of the reading lights and photograph hanging above the bed. Thank you again for staying with us and look forward to seeing you in the future! Hola Mariana, gracias por tus comentarios. Nos alegra que haya disfrutado de sus vacaciones frente al mar, encontrando la villa limpia, el personal amable y los gerentes disponibles para su ayuda. Sí, el dormitorio #3 se ve muy diferente ya que ha sido remodelado. Fue un descuido que las fotos no se cambiarán para reflejar las mejoras. Ahora es más espacioso, con una pared eliminada, el techo levantado y los paneles blancos reemplazados por madera de teca. Las configuraciones de la cama y el baño siguen siendo las mismas con algunos detalles de acabado que se están completando. Nuestras disculpas por las filtraciones, las atendimos tan pronto se nos notificó y se han solucionado. No tuvimos una notificación de su parte durante la estadía, pero gracias por dejarnos saber. Todas las habitaciones cuentan con la misma distribución, las habitaciones 4 y 5 de la planta superior lucen idénticas con la excepción de las luces de lectura y la fotografía que cuelgan sobre la cama. ¡Gracias nuevamente por quedarse con nosotros y esperamos verlo en el futuro!

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Heather

Excellent, 5 years ago

This house was great for 2 - 3 families. The beach in front is beautiful and the house itself is great for cooking for a big group. There was plenty of space. The AC is great and for the people who didn’t want it, we just turned it off and used the fan. The staff was super friendly.

My family and i very much enjoyed our time at Villa Olivia! the place was easy to get to and all communication with Leanna when we arrived was very easy! the location is truly great - nothing beats being right on the beach and having ocean views! It may have been that we were there during the week but the beach was so nice and quiet / not crowded and the beach was still very natural / not overdeveloped which is what we wanted! The house had plenty of space for our group to enjoy time together in common spaces and also chill alone in other corners of the place. The a/c in the bedrooms was much appreciated! Also loved that we had a few different spaces to eat - both indoor and outdoor which was nice. Would highly recommend Villa Olivia to other families or groups visiting Playa Grande! thank you for a great stay!

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Adriana

Good, 5 years ago

Great location. Very friendly service staff. Good idea to let you know before check-in, that on the property there is a dog that is not pet friendly. The pool is a little smaller than it appears in the pictures. Also important, to verify the number of beach cloths delivered, upon delivery. Overall, highly recommended. The house is very roomy and comfortable.

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Adriana

Excellent, 5 years ago

The house is very comfortable, in perfect condition and great location. Perfect for large groups! We will definitely be back

Have traveled to CR multiple times and Playa Grande a handful of times. I like to surf. Now I balance surf with a wife and 2 little kids. Olivia location and view is tough to match. Back yard is incredible. 24-7 security on site. The lawn is soft, great for kids, and for barefoot lounging. Access to surf is super easy and family can even see me surf out back from the backyard. House is spacious and clean but not updated as other properties we have stayed at. We hired Kimberly, the caretaker, to cook 2 meals daily. She did a spectacular job. Overall great value and will return.

We had problems with the neighbors of the house, they will spend 3 days in a row with music at very high volumes and at very late hours at night. The house manager was told and she told us that she spoke to the owner, but they continued with the party. We spoke to the administrator again, but we didn't get any more help. I had to personally resolve the issue by calling the police very late at night and expect them to arrive hours later.

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