Joshua

Reviews

Superhost

97 total reviews

91% Excellent

97 reviews

4.86

2017–2026

Cleanliness 4.9

Accuracy 5.0

Communication 5.0

Location 4.9

Check-in 5.0

Value 4.8

97 reviews

2BR Home in San José

Jeff

Excellent, 5 months ago

The surroundings are very peaceful and beautiful. Everyday there was a maintenance worker taking care of the grounds. The pool temp was perfect for the hot weather. The unit was spacious and had everything we needed for a family of 4. The 3 minute walk to the beach is easy and very few cars on the small road to the beach. The unit and grounds felt very secure and there is enough lighting for security, but not too much to be annoying or distracting. We have been to CR several times, but never Potrero. We really liked the options and easy to drive to whatever we wanted. Great beaches to be found all over the area. Joshua was very helpful before and during our stay to give us all the information we needed; always reachable via whats-app. Wifi was always available and fast. Great place, would certainly recommend!

My time at Stef Surf was truly relaxing. The property is secure, updated, very private, and walkable to town, restaurants, and the beach. The house had everything my family and I needed, from extra cutlery and dishes to full laundry and a dish washer! The common areas were well maintained each day and the pool is absolutely amazing! The landscaping made things feel private and was like your very own oasis. Joshua as a host was very attentive and made sure we had a fantastic stay. He was flexible with our check-in and walkthrough was very detailed. He gave recommendations that the locals like and checked in the next day to see how the stay was for the first night. We had everything we needed, that he even checked in saying that he hadn’t heard anything and wanting to make sure we were having a good time. The care he showed was much appreciated but we had all we needed at Stef Surf!

Stef Surf was home away from home. Beautifully landscaped and all the amenities we could have asked for and more. Our host Joshua was extremely responsive and flexible. He provided a thorough walkthrough and even included videos on how to operate different aspects of the apartment. We loved the location and its proximity to everything around Playa Potrero. We had zero issues while we were there and would love to stay at this place again. We loved it!

I’m giving this five stars since this rating seemed very important to the host. It’s definitely a good value and is as described. The setting is lovely. The beach is close. Joshua is very communicative and available. He responds quickly and was very flexible when we arrived. The kitchen is very well equipped. There are a few things to know about it if you’re going to book it. None of these were huge issues for us, but are worth noting. Both bathrooms are on the second floor, up a circular staircase. If you have little kids or someone who has mobility issues, it’s good to be aware of this. As others have noted, the furniture is not comfortable to sit on. A comfortable sofa or two would not go amiss. There are a few books. No games. There’s a curtain, but no door, on the master bathroom. These are things the owner could address, but aren’t complaints about the host Joshua, who is very helpful and kind. We enjoyed our stay.

Host Response

I appreciate the kind words about my service at Stef Surf Pelicano :-) But I need to note some inaccuracies that would have been cleared up just by asking me during their stay - I always urge my guests to mention anything they have issues with before the review so I can either compensate or explain. We have just remodeled and upgraded our furniture to orthopedic mattresses, which a minority of people consider to be firmer than they like; sorry about that. We may add a couch in the future if we get enough requests for it, but the vast majority of our guests do not complain. In the entertainment center under the TV, there are sets of playing cards, chess and checkers sets, as well as a jigsaw puzzle; not sure why they couldn't find them. If they had asked, I have a collection of popular board games that I could have brought as well. We have a good selection of adult and children's books, more of which I could have brought if requested. Finally, as I mentioned we have just completed a remodeling where we added a custom sliding curtain to the master bath entry - it has always been open concept since the condo was built and through all previous rentals documented here on airbnb. Nobody had an issue with that until we decided to upgrade. Also, I'm not sure why stars were taken off for Location and Accuracy, when the listing clearly states we are not beachfront and is very detailed in all of the amenities that we provide. In any case, it's always a good idea to communicate with your host so misunderstandings like this do not happen.

This really is a little paradise! The proximity to the beach is great, as well as grocery stores and restaurants. We didn't know this region would be quite dry this time of year, so the greenery at Stef Surf is much appreciated. It's a very quiet, secluded spot where we spent many hours just enjoying the ambience. The unit itself is very comfortable as well. Joshua was a very conscientious host, everything was explained very clearly and he was very responsive. We definitely hope to come back!

2BR Home in San José

Virginia

Repeat guest

Good, 1 year ago

El Pelicano in Stef Surf is a great location. Joshua is an excellent property manager. He is responsive and attentive. The owner of the unit is fortunate to have someone so engaged working on their behalf. This is our 2nd stay in this unit. Overall we were happy but there are some things that the owner should address. The mattresses need to be replaced. The living room furniture is not comfortable. BUT it is a tremendous location. The grounds are lovely and well maintained. There is lots of space. AND, Joshua is a gem. We had a great time. It would be perfect if the owner would invest in some small upgrades.

This is one of the Airbnbs that we don’t want folks to know about because it’s that much of a gem. What I appreciate about it is that you have a truly unique getaway experience without breaking the bank. The place comes with full amenities, with all the things needed for cooking, trips to the beach, private pool days, with plenty of space especially for a couple. I would totally come back in a heartbeat! Joshua takes a personalized and comprehensive approach to hosting and it’s appreciated! Quaint, quiet, great green surroundings. A literal gem!

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