Manfred

We stayed at Casa el Coco for a week and had a wonderful time. In the dark our driver had a hard time finding the place, however, Manfred was very responsive and met us to direct us to the right location. The house is as described. The backyard was lush & private. The pool was clean & a great addition to have when you’re tired of the waves. Perfect location, a short walk to an incredible beach and the best restaurant in Costa Rica only steps away. We ate at Cafe Mar Azul almost every night and every dish we tried was spectacular! Manfred was extremely helpful and very responsive. He recommended our airport shuttle transport, surf lessons and our rental car which made everything easy. We felt very safe in the area & at the house. The security system worked well. Our 8 year old had plenty to do on the beach searching for shells, hermit crabs, crabs, playing in tide pools, boogie boarding & surfing. If you’re looking for a relaxing vacation on an incredible beach I would highly recommend.

Manfred was an outstanding host, and our stay exceeded expectations. The house was spotless, comfortable, and had everything we needed. The neighborhood was fantastic—safe, welcoming, and full of great restaurants and local spots within easy reach. One of the highlights was the unique local experience, including a fish vendor who brought fresh seafood right to the door. The pool was excellent and made for a perfect place to relax and unwind. Manfred was responsive, helpful, and made the entire experience seamless. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to return. Highly recommended!

We had a wonderful stay at Casa De Coco. We had a little trouble finding Manfred's place to check in. Probably more our misinterpretation of the directions than anything. But once we found him he was quick to show us the house and pertinent particulars. I appreciated him letting us know he was there if we needed anything, but he otherwise he kept a very low profile. the house was as described. We thought it was much nicer than the pictures suggested. The beach access is literally a 3 minute easy walk, you can hear the ocean while lounging out back of the house. The backyard pool was spotless and along with the garden and privacy fence felt like our own private oasis. Manfred helped us get hooked up with a local guy who comes by periodically t/o the week selling fresh fish and shrimp( mostly frozen, but already cleaned!) It was delicous. There are a number of good restrauants just a short walk from the house. Mercados for groceries,and beverages just a short 10-12 minute drive away.

Great place! Awesome location. Super easy to communicate with and very helpful. Really enjoyed it.

We are a family of 4 with 2 elementary age children. Manfred's place, Casa El Coco, was fabulous. It had everything we could possibly need. It was clean, safe, private, and yet walkable to the beach and restaurants. It's in a lovely community and the kids really enjoyed it. The pool was a huge bonus and if it were up to the children, they would stay in the pool all day, every day. Manfred and Trevor were extremely responsive and helpful. The location of the house, once inside the gate, was tricky for us to find but it was also night time and we had no cell service to connect with Manfred. We stopped at a restaurant that was in the community and were able to use their phone to call Manfred. He immediately came to meet us at the restaurant and brought us to the house. In short, we couldn't have asked for anything more. It was fabulous! Thank you, Manfred!

Great location, walk to the beach, comfortable, and spacious. Great host.

Great place and great hosts.

Casa Coso was excellent for our vacation. It is very well maintained and Manfred is a helpful host.

We had a super nice stay thanks to the fact that the house was well equipped, in a very good location and with the help of the host.

Manfred's place was great for getting the family together. The private pool, large covered patio, and comfortable living area were great for relaxing and catching up. It's only a very short walk to the beach for surfing, swimming, and sunsets.

We absolutely love Palm Beach Estates, and this house was so conveniently located. Loved walking to the beach (so close), and restaurants, and surfing. Definitely want to go back already! Such a peaceful retreat for our whole family!

The house was clean spacious and a great place to stay in Playa grande. The location was great next to restaurants and other attractions in Palm Beach Estates.

Great location. The beach at Playa Grande is awesome. The pool was a joy to swim in during the evening Peaceful compared to the noice of Tamarindo. Great sunsets. Relaxing house. Highly recommended.

Beautiful, private home with pool, walkable to the beach and our favorite restaurant, Cafè Mar Azul. Walk over and get your reservation for dinner, the food is fabulous and large portions for leftovers. Manfred provided beach chairs, towels, boogie boards, and outdoor hoses and showers to wash off after the beach. We saw some amazing sunsets over the ocean and monkeys passing over in the trees as we walked back home. We will definitely come back, it accommodated our family of four very well! We ordered croissants and pretzels from Manfred, and they were nice to have for breakfast and snacks! The tap water was good and he also provided a 5 gallon filtered jug and cooler. There is a grocery store within walking distance too. We decided we wouldn’t need a car next time, just shuttle from Liberia airport and walk everywhere else. Las Tortugas Hotel, north , along the beach, can plan a lot of activities for you too. We did surfing lessons with Yei (Jay) and he was great….

Other reviews accurately describe the casitas. Manfred and Roger are delightful hosts. Excellent communication. The exterior is wonderful. The pool refreshing, chaises and umbrellas are new and plentiful. We loved the outdoor kitchen - lots of dishes and pots/pans/utensils. We appreciated the blender. We didn’t miss not having a microwave. The inside of the casita was pretty basic, but Roger is enthusiastically planning a remodel/updating, which is due for the furnishings. I actually love the wood ceiling and Saltillo tile floor and hope he keeps those. Indoor/oudoor fans are great and so was the AC and hammock . The casita was clean. Shower was hot. Playa grande is really lovely. Gorgeous beach and close enough to take a water taxi to Tamarindo for a beach massage or souvenirs. If you need WiFi for a video call, Casita 6 is not reliable, but sufficient to check email. Overall fantastic stay and recommend!

This was my second time staying on Playa Grande in the Palm Beach Estates neighborhood, and my family really enjoyed it. Manfred and Trevor's property was perfect - three comfortable bedrooms with individual climate control, beds with mattresses that were actually good to sleep on, an open and airy common space, and a beautiful private backyard and pool. The property was very clean; all of the appliances, sinks, etc. worked properly; and it was much more comfortable and modern than the property I had stayed in previously. Manfred was an absolute gentleman and extremely responsive, he explained everything about the property quite well, and he was completely unruffled when my son accidentally set off the house alarm while I was parking our car on the second day (which we generally didn't use as the neighborhood is quite safe). The area is peaceful, quiet, constant waves for surfing or boogie boarding, good local restaurants, and Manfred's pastries are excellent! Highly recommend.

Manfred is a gem! His place is great. I booked a longer stay, but ended up having to leave early for personal reasons. He was extremely nice about it as well as understanding. But the place is just perfect. Manfred was so sweet and responsive. He lives near by, when I needed him, he came over within minutes. Beautiful little area. Very peaceful. Friendly locals and neighbors. Cute places to get food and coffee. Cute little market also. I would def recommend Manfreds casitas.

Manfred was great! Beautiful, comfortable home in a perfect location. Not even a 5 minute easy walk to the beach. The local restaurants were very good. The directions were not the best. It would be helpful to have a pin on Google maps or Waze to find the house. Written instructions are a bit dated and they were not spot on. We will consider staying again now we know the location.

Can't beat it.

Excellent service. The place is just like the description. The host is attentive to any need. It is a quiet spot and close to several beaches.

We had a great stay at Manfred’s Playa Grande Casitas. The area is peaceful and much less crowded than Tamarindo. However, that comes with less food options if you don’t have a car. We didn’t mind because there was a water taxi at the grateful hotel to get to tamarindo. The shaded pool is really nice, however the bathroom could be a little cleaner. We look forward to possibly staying again!

Such an amazing spot and great place to rest and relax. We love staying here in this little oasis. We didn’t want to leave. Thank you Manfred!

We had a wonderful stay in Palm Beach estates. It was a great family vacation and the house had everything we needed. Manfred was a wonderful host and responded quickly to all our needs. We would recommend to family’s looking for a relaxing yet fun visit to CR.

Excellent stay! Would highly recommend!

We loved our time in Playa Grande Estates. It’s so peaceful and friendly. The pool was perfect and the beach was stunning and quiet and a walk / and quick water taxi ride away from Tamarindo. The restaurants and little grocery store were perfect in the estate. For more shopping or nightlife a vehicle would be helpful but we were happy to stay put as we had everything we needed and met the nicest people there.

Manfred was a kind and generous host and the accommodation was great. Beautiful landscaping and we loved the pool. We had not stayed in Palm Estates before and would stay again. If, like us, you will be without transport you can hire bikes from the local shop for a reasonable price. Excellent restaurants to eat within walking distance and the most amazing beach within walking distance. We walked to Tamarindo a couple of times which only took c.20 mins using the estuary boat. You can ask the estuary boat to take you back to the Grateful Hotel (for $5) to save you the walk back!

Excellent place to stay, Manfred is a great host.

Perfect everything, very nice place, with everything you need.

We had an amazing stay! It was short and sweet but perfect! The appartement is well located, it's quiet and at a walking distance from the beach. Manfred was very helpful throughout our stay and very welcoming. The poll was amazingly refreshing! We will surely come back! Thanks!

Manfred was a great host, and was very attentive to anything we needed throughout our stay and more. The location was amazing and was just what we were looking for. Definitely recommend staying here!

Beautiful house with nice pool and outdoor area. 2 min walk to the beach. As of April’23, house feels private but activity is seen on the adjoining empty lot. Kitchen is way too basic, and house in general needs elementary upgrades. Gardener comes in every morning which is fine, but there was another person who just passed through the yard, looked for something in shed and left. That happened twice during our four days stay there. AC works well, although a bit too loud in one of the bedrooms. Two boogie boards, tents and pool floating devices are available for guests’ use which is nice. Lots of birds and other creatures. Oh, and tiny ants in bathroom. Thousands of them. We were prepared for those hiccups based on previous reviews, so, we enjoyed our stay in the house.

I loved my little personal cabin with kitchen and bathroom, in a beautiful location, friendly neighbors and responsive staff.

Great Place to stay at!

Enjoyable, peaceful, close to the beach, nice walks and wildlife.

Beautiful break during our traveling vacation. Beautiful beach of Playa Grande where we were lucky enough to see a turtle coming to lay in the middle of the day. Numerous activities available including the observation of the "Luth's Night Turtle Bridge". Very nice swimming pool.

This is the 3rd property we have rented from Manfred and as usual, it did not disappoint! Everything was as described - a cozy, traditional, laid-back setting to unwind and enjoy the sun and sand. Manfred is extremely attentive, friendly and always available for whatever needs arise. We couldn’t be more pleased with our stay! And make sure you order his fresh morning baking - everything is delicious, and still warm when delivered to our door! Muchas Gracias amigo!

3rd stay at this location. Peaceful, great location. Some minor updates are required (mainly just paint and some missing tiles in the pool) but great value for what you get. Love sitting by the pool. The beach is second to none.

A wonderful way to end our trip. We enjoy being near the ocean but away from the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo. Amazing sunsets on the ocean.

I love this place and plan to return. It’s peaceful, I feel safe and the beach is incredible.

Nice place

Amazing host ! Always responsible and the place is great for couples or 3 friends! The pool is great

The place is beautiful , very easy to access actually and very close to the beach

Very beautiful and pleasant house, spacious and easy to use. The neighborhood is very quiet, access to the beautiful beach within 2 min. Manfred is very responsive and welcoming, we recommend this place without hesitation!

This Air BnB location is just fantastic, is in a nice quiet gated community and is a short walk to a stunning beach. We walked up and down the beaches during our stay and explored the mangrove swamps on the other side of the peninsular. There are 3-4 restaurants inside the gated community that allows you to enjoy your time with out having to cook. Though there is a functional kitchen. The wildlife we saw there was a real treat. Monkeys,Cotis and so many birds. Was a real honour to stay and both me and my partner agreed we would love to visit again sometime in the future. Manfred also makes bread/ pastries and offered the service however our short stay meant we did not get to experience it. Would strongly recommend this place to friends and family.

Our stay was absolutely perfect! Manfred’s casitas are a great escape. You are surrounded by nature but a close walk to everything. We got to see so much wildlife just from our balcony.!

A beautifully situated property amongst mature trees and a marvelous pool garden with butterflies and hummingbirds flitting around you, this is perfect for those looking for a restorative oasis rather than an active nightlife. Howler monkeys regularly visit nearby and will greet you nearly every dawn and dusk with their throaty calls, and you can hear the ocean's roar over the rustling trees to calm and soothe your mind. A wonderful spot that we would definitely stay at again if Manfred would have us!

Great stay for a weekend getaway with a big pool. Had everything you need to cook, the outdoor kitchen was great. In walking distance to Playa Grande which is a great location and about 30 mins drive to Flamingo/Conchal area. Manfred was very friendly.

Absolutely gorgeous property where you can lounge in a hammock by the landscaped and partially shaded pool. Can hear the ocean waves and howler monkeys clearly! Outside kitchen and casita were under-described and way more than met expectations!! And the addition of having coffee in the room to make a couple pots with was great.

Nice and comfortable place near the beaches. Very private

Playa grande is the place to be! PG casitas is the place to stay!

What a great spot! Short walk to the beach and all the amenities. Outdoor cooking and dining was a pleasure. We loved how quiet and peaceful it was, the only noisy neighbors were the parrots and they were kind enough to be quiet after dark. The only negative I might say is that the pool is over-chlorinated.

Quiet and safe. 40 mins from Tamarindo. 5 mins from Playa Grande.

Excellent place to stay on Playa Grande🏖️, close to the beach which is very nice and quiet, the balance of quality price is ideal and the pool is excellent.

We loved staying in this apartment surrounded just by amazing nature, minutes away from the beach, grocery store and some good restaurants. It was quiet, clean and offered everything a traveller might need. The outdoor kitchen was actually fun!

Due to the fantastic location in the middle of the jungle and walking distance to the beautiful natural beach Playa Grande, we felt very comfortable. We will be happy to come back.

Wonderful house. Beach access within minutes.

Great rental, great pool, great amenities, very charming place

Manfred made the check-in process easy and laid back. The directions were specific and he was quick to communicate. I would recommend this location for anyone looking for a quiet and more natural beach experience.

Manfred ...is a nearby host...always available and attentive to providing the best service. superhost !

Great place, walking distance to the beach! Great pool to enjoy when the surf is not good!

Excellent option for vacationing

Comfortable beach getaway. Great A/C in the room, nice touches such as coffee and orchid in the room, good amenities (hammocks, grill, and pool). Awesome unique spot at a scenic beach at the end of the world. Don’t miss the sunsets— this paradise.

Amazing place to stay has everything you need and a pool to cool off, easy walk to the beach, Highly recommend it the beach end to end is 3miles long great walk in the morning or evening great sun set also.

The place is very quiet and nice, the house has an outdoor kitchen and a hammock, the pool is clean. Everything is great! 2-3 minutes by car from the houses there is access to Playa Grande and the car is nearby. Recommended!

Peacefull place nearby playa Grande with everything you need to cook in the outdoor kitchen. The appartment is really clean and has A/C. The share swimming pool is well maintained. Manfred is a great host, helpfull if you need anything.

Great place! Close to beach and awesome eats.

Lovely place. We were happy to land here.

If you are looking for a place to relax, this is your choice.

The place is beautiful and the nature around is beautiful... Very relaxing...

great location. alot to do in playa grande estates. would stay again

Perfect location. Such nice people stayed in the other casitas while we were there. We are in love with Playa Grande

Manfred was a very kind and carrying host, which was also mirrored in all the little details in the room: Coffee filter, kitchen equipment etc. as well as in the garden. Further, he impressed with his baking skills. For Wednesday and Saturday we could order baguette, croissants, pretzels or apple strudle. For everyone who looks for a relaxed and calm place, it is the right place to be. We enjoyed our stay very much and will come back to this paradise.

the casa is exactly as pictured, everything was perfect. The pool and casa were clean and well kept. The proximity to the beach and small restaurants is much appreciated. Everything was set for a stay as we had hoped. Manfred responds to all our requests very quickly. the perfect casa and location

Manfred was an excellent host. The location is within a few mins walk of a very nice beach and a short boat ride to Tamarindo. Rooms are clean and the pool was nice.

Playa Grande Casitas was one of the best places we stayed in on Costa Rica, it’s quiet and peaceful. Just a 2 minute walk to the beach, around the corner from a mini supermarket that has everything you need and lovely taco restaurant! Manfred is super helpful, I even managed to get my laundry done at the property. The kitchen also has everything you need, blender to make smoothies which was our highlight. The hammock outside each casita was lovely! Absolutely recommend staying here!

It was great!!

Amazing place with a pool and a 5 minute walk from the beautiful Playa Grande. Will definitely come back!

Good location :)

a really nice place, ideal for resting and exploring lovely beaches in the area!

Great location, walking distance to many top restaurants, quiet beach and away from the madness of Tamarindo.

This place was the perfect laid back spot for our week surfing in the playa grande area. We loved the indoor/outdoor living and the small community it provided with the other guests that were staying next door. One tip I would suggest for other travelers is to make sure you have a car to get around. You can get to about 3 different restaurants and the beach by walking but a majority of the town is very spread out so having a car was extremely helpful for us!

100% recommended

We had an amazing stay in Palm Beach Estates. Lovely neighborhood with restaurants, a small market, surf shop, yoga, massages—everything you could ask for within walking distance. The casita was perfect too. Manfred was very communicative and helpful. The place was sparkling clean and everything worked well. This is an incredibly charming little place that's very affordable. We'll definitely be back!

The place is pretty good. Just as described. Good space for a couple. Balcony's an awesome space to hangout, listen to the nature

Recommendation!

Expect for a great place, clean, safety...enjoy the nature.

Great place! We loved the hammock on the balcony. It was very quiet and relaxing.

This studio is all you need if you are traveling alone or with a partner, a private place and walking distance from one of the better spots of Playa Grande. I will definitely come back.

Very nice house at Playa Grande. The location was excellent, not far from the beach and in a very quiet neighborhood. We were 4 adults and one child and the place was big enough and pleasant. The pool was also very appreciated. Manfred is a very good host and very responsive.