A one-of-a-kind 3-story villa nestled perfectly between the sparkling blue water...

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The Sanctuary-Breathtaking Luxury Beachfront Villa - Houses for Rent in Playa Flamingo, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Our host Sebastian made us feel right at home with a personal meet and greet. The place is amazing! It’s beautiful and spacious. On my next visit I will not hesitate to stay here again!

My three adult kids, their spouses and their children all gathered with me to have a wonderful, week long summer vacation~The two swimming pools, the front yard beach, the nearby restaurants, the close-by attractions were all perfect and easily accessible. Sebastian was SO helpful  at checking us in, and then quickly answered  all our questions and concerns over the week that we were there. We were very grateful for a beautiful home to gather together~

The Sanctuary is just that! What a beautiful home and location. Being next to the estuary and just about the last home on beachfront was fabulous! The calm, warm waters of the bay were perfect for our family of 10 (2 young children). Honestly, the home is even more special in person. The pools were pristine and the grounds beautifully cared for. We felt super safe with all the security in place by the host, but the area around felt safe and welcoming as well. There are plenty of local restaurants, and Sebastian gave great recommendations and a local market we frequented when grilling. Sunsets every night right in front of us, and howler monkeys at dusk and dawn - could we ask for more? Sebastian was super responsive, linens wonderfully soft, and air conditioning and WiFi perfect. The home was more than we have ever done, but it was worth every penny. Responsible adults are definitely needed with 2 pools and children, but I’d assume all would know this. Amazing place!

Beautiful home right on the water. Plenty of space and privacy. Sebastian was a rock star taking care of us. For a small fee, even did our initial grocery shopping so we had a full kitchen when we checked in.

Our 6-night stay was perfect! There were 9 of us, and the house had more than enough space for everyone to be comfortable. The restaurants and beach bars were all within walking distance, which made everything so convenient. The host was very responsive, friendly, and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. We would definitely stay here again!

Sebastian was amazingly helpful with all our requests and all of his recommendations! The home itself was fabulous from the breathtaking ocean views, to the estuary next door, and the overall elegance of the home.  Highly recommend this home, we will definitely come back!!

Our group of 8 loved staying at The Sanctuary.  The house was as described with all the amenities someone may need for an extended stay.  The location was perfection, sandwiched on a quiet edge of the town between the ocean and an estuary, everything we needed felt perfectly accessible.  We were even fortunate enough to have a troop of monkeys pass through the backyard trees one afternoon.  Sebastian was a responsive, proactive, and thoughtful host.  I would recommend this rental to anyone staying in the area, and have even already discussed returning with friends.

The Most incredible stay. Location was absolutely perfect, between the ocean and the estuary. Our hosts were amazing. Just an over all awesome experience.  Thank you!

Our family had an great stay at The Sanctuary. The property is in a unique and beautiful location, with the ocean on one side and the estuary on the other. The infinity pool is the perfect place to relax and take in the views. The home was exactly as pictured. It was clean, well-stocked, and ready for us upon arrival. Dee and Sebastian were incredibly responsive and helpful, offering great recommendations for local activities and restaurants. The area felt very safe and we had no concerns exploring. We rented a golf cart during our stay, which made getting around the area easy and enjoyable. We would absolutely book this property again on a future trip to Costa Rica.

The house was beautiful and the location is amazing. The pools are very small but were perfect for us to just hang out in and watch the beach and visit with each other. Sebastian was a helpful, responsive host and the house had everything we needed. We enjoyed watching the iguanas and birds in the yard but never saw any other wildlife. Beach access was great! The only downsides: the top floor master bedroom is very warm and the a/c didn’t keep up during the day. It did cool off at night and that’s most important. The three bedrooms on the parking level are not accessible from inside the main house; you have to go outside to access them and this wasn’t clear in the listing. They each have a kitchenette but we didn’t need them, we didn’t want to have food in 2-3 places. There is a half bath down by the outdoor kitchen but there’s no easy place to use a restroom from the main floor pool. Overall, Definitely recommend the house—and the host—but house description could be better.

Sebastian was a phenomenal host! He was super friendly, easy to communicate with, gave great recommendations, and was super responsive! The best host I’ve had 💯

Our group had a fantastic stay at this property. Sebastian was incredibly responsive and offered great recommendations throughout our trip. The sunset views were truly unforgettable and became a highlight every evening.

Wonderful day at The Sanctuary! Location could not have been better and Sebastian was a fantastic host!

Such a beautiful spot with the best sunsets. Walkable to a beach bar and fun to explore the small town.

Just got back from visiting and the house was absolutely breathtaking!! Sebastian was always available to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend this gorgeous house!

Unbelievable stay. Sebastian and Dee were so helpful, set us up with great excursions, and were immediately responding to any needs. The place was beautiful and the proximity to the beach was unbeatable. Would highly recommend.

The place was stunning! We were a large group of 11, and it was spacious enough to very comfortably fit us all. The main balcony was absolutely the place to be to watch the sunset, play in the pool, eat dinners, and watch and hear all the amazing wildlife. We couldn’t say enough good things about this property! Sebastian was a fantastic host, and very responsive. Even the neighbours had amazing things to say about him! Highly recommend this property. We felt safe and like we were living in paradise.

Lovely home that worked great for our group of 7.  Amazing sunsets, fabulous location on the estuary and beachfront.  Nearby restaurants.  Wonderful family vacation!

WOW WOW WOW TOP NOTCH SERVICE TOP NOTCH LOCATION TOP NOTCH COMMUNICATION IF YOU'RE USED TO A FIRST CLASS EXPERIENCE, THIS IS IT.

Host was very responsive, gave us tons of suggestions for anything you could ask or need! Place was super nice, better than the pictures. Felt very safe the entire time and had zero issues. Area is extremely relaxing and family oriented, spent most of the trip surfing which was about an hour away but uber is available so not an issue. Amazing place and host!

Gorgeous house! Stayed with a family of 9, amazing to be right on the beach. Great amount of space and nice to have 2 kitchens, 2 pools, ping pong table etc

Our group had a great time at the house with the beach front location and amazing sunsets. Multiple places to hang out and spacious rooms. Ability to have beach access at anytime is very convenient

The villa was amazing! The views are breathtaking! The location of this villa is one of a kind and the host was great to work with!

The place was absolutely stunning, views to the Ocean were more than we expected. Clear communication by the host and would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a stay.

Sebastian has such good vibes, is super informative and helpful. This whole stay was a great experience.

We had the pleasure of staying in this home for 6 nights and got to experience some amazing sunsets on the balcony and beach. The property was beautiful in every way and very spacious, we all had a great time and I would highly recommend this home!! We will definitely be back, thank you again!!!

Sebastian was an incredible host! we will definitely be returning with the family! the house is absolutely breathtaking and the pictures really don't do it justice. the area is super quiet and everyone is really friendly. it felt like we had a private beach all to ourselves right on our doorsteps - I will definitely be returning and can't thank Sebastian enough for being super responsive and accommodating to all our requests.

The best Airbnb I’ve stayed at! Literally so stunning and gorgeous location!!! The host was super nice, he gave a lot of good recommendations and communication was great! I would 10000% stay here again. The house was gated so it felt super safe too.

This house is a dream! We enjoyed every second of our recent stay at the Sanctuary! We were a family of six with three teen boys. The house worked extremely well for our group as the boys each had their own separate space away from the adults. They also enjoyed the pools and the ping pong table. The house would be great for families, several couples and for entertaining. The house is really well set up with everything needed for preparing meals, as well as towels, beach toys and pool floats. The house is fully equipped with ac’s in every space, although we spent the majority of our time in the outdoor spaces. We especially enjoyed the upper level master suite, with expanding glass walls that we left open at night to enjoy the sound of the surf and the ocean breezes. There is a lot of great wildlife to observe here also: birds, lizards, crabs, monkeys in the trees next to the balcony, and a cute little raccoon! Our host Sebastian was so friendly and welcoming! Can’t wait to return!

We had a wonderful stay.  The views/beachfront location was incredible.  The beach was perfect for our kids ages 7,6, and 2.  The water was calm enough for them to swim and play with good waves to jump.  The host was immediately available when we had an issue with water and remedied it within 30min.  We rented golf carts that were delivered to the house upon arrival and had no issues getting around the area and nearby beaches.  It was a wonderful stay and would definitely book again.

This location looks better in person than in the photos. Everything was perfect. The beds were comfy, the house was beautiful with 2 pools one for the kids and one for the adults. The host and his partner responded within 10 minutes when they were messaged. Finally, all their recommendations for food and activities were on point. Perfect location for the family.

This is an incredible place ! Recommended! Very clean and tidy. Thanks Sebastián!!

Our stay at The Sanctuary was magical. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the villa’s beauty, comfort, and thoughtful design. It truly is a sanctuary. The location is perfect — between the calm waters of Potrero Bay and a lush estuary. Each morning started with howler monkeys and tropical birds, and every evening ended with stunning sunsets on the patio. A front-row seat to Costa Rica’s natural beauty. The villa is spacious, elegant, and spotless. Each level felt like a private retreat, ideal for groups. The third-floor master suite — with panoramic ocean views — was unforgettable. We loved the fully stocked kitchens, cozy beds, spa-like bathrooms, smart TVs, fast Wi-Fi, and chic decor. The pools, ping pong table, and grill made for great afternoons and meals at home. Beach access is just steps away, and the stretch of sand felt private and peaceful. Gated parking and 24/7 security made us feel safe and relaxed. Sebastian, the host, was amazing — responsive, helpful

There are not enough good things I could say about this property. The  pictures looked so beautiful but the actual experience of being IN this property is another story. It surpassed our expectations in absolutely every way. The private beach access beyond the backyard gate seems like something out of a dream. The outdoor ranch, 2 incredible pools, gorgeous kitchen and spa experience bathrooms, all left us feeling like celebrities! There is ocean view from every room and going to bed listening to the waves lapping in the shore was pure magic. Literally everyone in our group was left in awe of this truly elevated  5 star experience. The only thing that made us feel better when we were leaving was knowing that we’ll be back and this time for longer. It’s a one in a million property that I’m so grateful to have found. Thank you Sebastian, right from first contact till check out you made us feel so well taken care of! 🙏

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