The Space

Discover Casa Cay, a lavish 5-bedroom beachfront villa nestled in Hacienda Pinilla, just 15 minutes from Tamarindo and a minute's walk to the beach. The villa is split into two wings around an infinity pool, tiki bar, and terrace. It features:

• A great room
• Kitchen
• Living and dining areas
• Half bath on the main floor

Casa Cay offers a total of 5 bedrooms, including 2 master suites, all with exterior access for privacy.

Bedroom Configuration

1. Bedroom one: 1 King bed
2. Bedroom two: 1 King bed
3. Bedroom three: 1 King bed
4. Bedroom four: 1 King bed
5. Bedroom five: 2 bunk beds (each with a queen bed on the lower level and a twin bed on the top). This room has its own private door but no ensuite bathroom; guests must walk down a path to reach the bathroom, which may not be suitable for small children.

The villa also includes:

• 5.5 bathrooms
• 4,800 square feet of elegant living space
• High-end construction
• Casa Bella interior with handmade furnishings
• Almendro hardwood floors
• Australian doors
• Private courtyard with a vanishing edge pool and jacuzzi jets
• Tropical landscaping
• Terrazzo counters
• Custom bathrooms (limestone)
• Kitchen with stainless steel appliances
• Wireless internet
• Polished concrete floors
• A stationary bike and stepper available in one of the bedrooms

Location

Casa Cay is located in the exclusive Hacienda Pinilla community, which boasts 3 miles of coastline, a beach club (closed Tuesdays), tennis courts, a golf course, and a gym. It is situated just steps from the beach, providing access to some of Costa Rica’s most stunning beaches and a world-class range of amenities.

Amenities

Guests of Casa Cay enjoy exclusive access to the private Beach Club, which includes:

• An oceanfront pool
• A full-service restaurant
• Lifeguard on duty at Playa Avellanas
• Surfboard and boogie board rentals
• Surfing lessons on-site
• A gym with fitness classes such as yoga and Zumba

Please note that there is a $10 per person entry fee for the Beach Club, which is not available to the general public; your booking includes membership access.

Hacienda Pinilla Activities

• Horseback Riding: Explore scenic trails on horseback.
• Mountain Biking: Rent bikes and explore miles of trails or join a guided tour (trail information available via the MTB app).
• Tennis & Pickleball: Enjoy matches on the community courts.

More details on these activities can be found on the Hacienda Pinilla website.

Nearby Beaches

• Playa Avellanas: Just steps from the Beach Club, this stunning sandy beach is ideal for boogie boarding, surfing, and beach walks. At low tide, enjoy a scenic ¾-mile walk to Lola’s, a famous beachfront restaurant and bar.
• Playa Langosta: A beautiful white-sand beach perfect for surfing and relaxing, about a mile walk at low tide or a short drive away. Facilities like bathrooms and showers are available.
• Casa Cay’s Beachfront: Directly in front of the home, guests will find tide pools perfect for exploring during low tide. Just 20 yards to the left is a beautiful snorkeling lagoon—a hidden gem you won’t want to miss.

Important Tip: The tides here are very dramatic and can change the beach experience throughout the day. We recommend downloading a “Tides” app to track low and high tides, as they shift by about an hour each day.

Optional Add-Ons (extra cost)

• In-house massages (upgrade available for manicures, pedicures, facials)
• Mid-stay cleaning (subject to availability and an additional discounted cost)
• Llanos del Cortez Waterfall tours (including transportation and lunch buffet)
• ATV tours (including water and fruits)
• Lazy Lizard Catamaran Tours (include food, unlimited beverages including alcohol, music, and more)
• Horseback riding (including water and fruits)
• In-house yoga classes
• Grocery shopping and delivery
• Yacht charters (available for half or full-day charters, including snorkeling, fishing, and options for catered meals and an open bar)

Let us know if you are interested in any of these add-ons, and we’ll be happy to assist you. Please note these add-ons are not included in the rental rate and will incur additional costs.

Additional Recommendations/Referrals

• Chef services (minimum of 7 days notice required)
• Airport shuttles
• Fishing tours
• Surfing lessons
• Decorating (balloons/flowers)
• Adventure hotel tours (Hacienda Guachipelin, located by Rincon de la Vieja Volcano/Hot Springs)

We are happy to provide referrals and contact information for booking these services but are unable to schedule them on your behalf.

Details to Note

• Parties and events are strictly prohibited. We have a no-tolerance rule regarding parties and loud noise. Complaints from neighbors, notifications from authorities, or any proof of disruptive behavior between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM may result in fines of up to $1,000.00, possible eviction, and/or legal action if authorities are involved.
• Your booking automatically includes a damage protection policy covering minor accidental damages up to $2,000. However, if damage is determined to be willful or negligent, additional costs will apply.
• If you are a Costa Rica resident booking with a local credit card, you will be charged IVA from your bank automatically, in addition to the Airbnb tax. This is a separate localized fee handled directly with your bank.
• Traveling with little ones? We have a pack-n-play available on a first-come, first-served basis for $10 per night. To ensure availability and have it set up for your arrival, please let us know in advance if you'd like to rent it.

If you have any questions about our home or location, please don't hesitate to reach out! We hope to host you soon!