Paradise is a garden, with an ocean view, within walking distance to a cafe and the beach. Welcome to Casa Calyx. Casa Calyx has incredible surf-to-horizon views overlooking Playa Santa Teresa on one side, and a lush nature reserve on the other. Whilst only 12 minutes walk to dip your toes in the ocean, Casa Calyx is a tranquil retreat from our bustling town below. Cleaning service included. The space Santa Teresa is known for superb surf, and excellent dining options from around the globe. If you prefer to eat in, you'll love the chef-designed kitchen with ocean view. Best suited to couples and families. Our 3rd bedroom (which can also be used as an office) has a single bed and extra wide desk with ample space for two to work from. The office has an open air feel with extra large windows and a walk out balcony. For warmer days, the room is also equipped with A/C. Our home was architected to capture a calming cross breeze from the ocean to the jungle. Host guests from the main floor with our sliding doors open to hear the crash of the surf and the sound of howler monkey's playing in the jungle below. Casa Calyx was designed to support remote workers. We have fiber optic wifi and a backup generator to ensure the wifi stability through any outages. Finally, Casa Calyx has 24 hour security, and app enabled keyless lock. Guest access We recommend guests use 4x4 or ATV transportation to access the property, which we are happy to suggest options for. It isn't completely necessary for guests who are OK walking up our mountain road (we do it all the time!) Other things to note Our plumbing and toilets are sensitive (comes with living in the jungle). We ask that you don't put anything in the toilet and throw used toilet paper in a garbage can beside the toilet. You'll find this is common practice in Santa Teresa. Not suitable for children under 10.

## Overview

Casa Calyx is a garden retreat offering stunning ocean views and is within walking distance of a café and the beach. The property boasts breathtaking surf-to-horizon vistas overlooking Playa Santa Teresa on one side and a lush nature reserve on the other. Although just a 12-minute walk from the ocean, Casa Calyx provides a peaceful escape from the lively town below. Cleaning service is included.

## The Space

Santa Teresa is renowned for its excellent surfing and diverse international dining options. For those who prefer to cook at home, the chef-designed kitchen features ocean views.

This home is ideal for couples and families. The third bedroom, which can double as an office, contains a single bed and an extra-wide desk spacious enough for two people to work comfortably. This room has an open-air atmosphere with oversized windows and a walk-out balcony. It is also equipped with air conditioning for warmer days.

The house was designed by an architect to capture a soothing cross breeze flowing from the ocean to the jungle. The main floor features sliding doors that open to let guests enjoy the sound of crashing waves and howler monkeys playing in the jungle below.

Casa Calyx is well-suited for remote work, offering fiber optic Wi-Fi and a backup generator to maintain internet stability during outages. The property also includes 24-hour security and an app-enabled keyless entry system.

## Guest Access

Guests are encouraged to use 4x4 vehicles or ATVs to reach the property, and recommendations can be provided. However, these are not strictly necessary for those comfortable walking up the mountain road, which is a common practice.

## Additional Information

- The plumbing and toilets are sensitive due to the jungle environment. Guests are asked not to flush anything other than toilet paper and to dispose of used toilet paper in the garbage can provided beside the toilet. This is standard practice in Santa Teresa.
- The property is not suitable for children under 10 years old.

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3BR villa in Playa Santa Teresa

Jungle Villa 3-Bedroom + Office, Pool, Ocean view - Villas for Rent in Playa Santa Teresa, Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

We had an amazing time. The location was so perfect. I would jog down to the beach every day. The house was gorgeous. We loved cooking in the kitchen and playing in the pool. The BBQ was great too! The bedrooms were so nice and cool with the excellent A/C and ocean views. The animals around the house were very cool! We loved seeing the iguana’s & butterflies around the pool. We also appreciated the house cleaner and the house maintenance man, they were great! We would love to stay here again!

Thanks for the kind review Brooke! You are welcome back anytime. Pura Vida :)

As frequent Santa Teresa visitors with remote work needs, we asked the host about privacy and sunset views before booking a two-week+ stay. The featured sunset photo proved misleading with overgrown vegetation fully blocking the view, unaddressed by the host. She also claimed neighbors weren't visible, but a walkway neighbor looks directly into the home and backyard. We lost water a full day, had multiple power outages, construction noise, and parking interruptions from neighbors, disrupting our work and stay. The host declined our request for early cancellation, cited the policy, then stopped communicating within two days of check-in. Jairo, the caretaker, was the exception, professional and helpful. We worked with Airbnb who approved a partial refund and are they are assuring the host complies with their policies so future guests are not impacted. We encourage future guests to vet this host carefully.

I would like to provide some additional context for future guests. The listing photos accurately represent the property, and the sunset view naturally changes throughout the year depending on seasonal vegetation and the position of the sun. The home's layout and surrounding environment are also shown accurately in the listing. Regarding the water interruption, the laundry facilities are reserved for our cleaning staff, and guests are asked not to use them. During your stay, multiple loads of laundry depleted the property's water reserves, requiring an emergency water delivery, which I arranged as quickly as possible (costing me additional money which I did not charge you). Throughout your stay, I remained in communication, addressed concerns as they arose, and offered the option to leave early with a refund for any nights that could be successfully rebooked. I appreciate your recognition of Jairo, who is a valued member of our team. We remain committed to providing a great experience for our guests and continuously work to improve wherever possible.

The only thing I would recommend, which affected us, was the lack of blackout curtains in the rooms. When it gets light, it is very difficult to continue sleeping. The curtains they have don't block out the light.

Lo único que recomendaría, que nos afecto fue la falta de cortinas tipo blackout en las habitaciones, cuando amanece es muy difícil continuar durmiendo. Las cortinas que tienen no paran la claridad.

Had a great stay here. The location is ideal, just up the street from the center of town. You can walk in about 10 minutes, but the climb is steep. If you do not walk, you will need a quad or a 4 x 4 SUV. The backyard views and sunsets are incredible. The beds are on the firm side if that matters to you. Overall, a great experience. I would definitely come back.

Thanks for the review Zach! You're welcome back anytime :)

Amazing spot in ST. We will be returning and staying here.

We had a wonderful week at Casa Calyx. From the ocean views below to the howler monkeys up above we truly had the best time relaxing and enjoying the sun. We had one small hiccup with an electricity outage, but Mariel and the house caretaker Jiro were very helpful in getting the issue resolved. Highly recommend this stay!

Great location! Just up the hill from the man drag of the city. Beautiful view and house over all. Mariel and Jairo were great with response times and any questions we had along with helping us book a driver.

Great location in the heart of Santa Teresa but off the beaten path so very private. Watch the surfers below from the plunge pool while the howler monkeys watch you from the trees! Wonderful stay. Will book again.

What a vibe! Eating fruit and coconuts with the jungle trees and a view of the waves, unmatched. The open kitchen with the sliding windows are amazing when it rains. Couch is surprisingly comfortable and great for a day time nap after a morning full of surfing. The cool breeze and the sound of the thunder is the best nightcap to any home cooked dinner at casa calyx. Definitely will need a 4x4 to get up to the house but the tucked away and elevated location has a great ambiance deep in the hills. Great stay at casa calyx!

Thanks for the great review!! So happy to hear you loved it as much as I do, it means so much to share this place with those who appreciate it. You’re welcome back anytime! 🏄‍♀️ 🌞

We had such a relaxing and pleasant stay at Mariel’s place. Waking up to the view of the ocean and spending our days by the pool was absolutely amazing—so much so that we often didn’t want to leave the house! The space was perfect for our family, and we felt instantly at home. We enjoyed it so much that we ended up extending our stay. Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful stay at Mariel’s place. It’s a beautiful home with an amazing view, exactly what we were hoping for. Jairo was really helpful throughout our stay and made everything go smoothly. Communication was great from start to finish. Just a heads-up: you’ll need a 4x4 to get up the entrance, as it’s a bit steep. It’s not walking distance to town, but if you have a car, the location is perfect. Would definitely recommend!

Beautiful surroundings, and a large enough house to accommodate our family of five. Jairo the caretaker was extremely responsive and very helpful. The house is tucked back into nature, which is what we loved about it, the hike up the hill is not so bad, but our ATV was put to good use. Small pool area was nice, perfect to end a hot day at the beach!

Great stay - Mariel and Jairo were both super responsive and helpful throughout our trip. The only thing I would note is that even with a 4x4 we had a difficult time getting up the hill. Would recommend an ATV.

We loved this place! Amazing views of the ocean, pool, and a nice little outdoor patio for yoga. My wife said it was her favorite place we've stayed in our 4-5 visits to Santa Teresa.

Great house, planned with taste, the view is unbeatable. Unfortunately, in some places now a bit outdated. Getting there is difficult with an average rental car despite AWD (especially in case of rain). Arrived at the top: Great view! Jairo welcomes guests and is a warm, great guide to any issues or questions.

Tolles Haus, mit Geschmack geplant, die Aussicht ist unschlagbar. Leider mittlerweile an manchen Stellen etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Die Anfahrt ist mit einem Durchschnittsmietwagen trotz AWD (insbes. bei Regen) schwierig. Oben angekommen: Super Ausblick! Jairo empfängt die Gäste und ist ein herzlicher, toller Ratgeber bei Problemen oder Fragen.

This is a small villa with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, waves, and jungle. Very intimate and really well appointed. The pool is refreshing and the house is designed to live in open air. The great advantage of this house is the presence of Jairo. He is a valuable help and arrived at the speed of lightning when you need it. In addition, his house is at the bottom of the coast and he checks back and forth for the largest of the protections. We feel safe! It takes a 4x4 to get back and explore the surrounding area. True that there are power outages from time to time but it's minor and it's Costa Rica. True that there are bibittes and bats and little lizards and monkeys, but it's the magic of living in the jungle! The owners are also super nice. A place to put in your favorites absolutely! Pura Vida.

Il s’agit d’une petite villa avec une vue époustouflante sur l’océan Pacifique, les vagues et la jungle. Très intime et vraiment bien aménagé. La piscine est rafraîchissante et la maison est pensée pour y vivre à air ouverte. Le grand avantage de cette maison est la présence de Jairo. Il est d’une aide précieuse et arrivé à la vitesse de l’éclair lorsque vous en avez besoin. De plus, sa maison est en bas de la côte et il vérifie les allez et venues pour la plus grande des protections. On se sent en sécurité! Vrai qu’il faut un 4x4 pour se rentre et explorer les alentours. Vrai qu’il y a des pannes de courant de temps en temps mais c’est mineur et c’est le Costa Rica. Vrai qu’il y a des bibittes et des chauves souris et des petits lézards et des singes, mais c’est la magie de vivre dans la jungle ! Les proprios sont aussi supers gentils. Un endroit à mettre dans vos favoris absolument! Pura Vida.

Beautiful spot in Santa Teresa! The views are incredible and the private pool was amazing. Very rough road to get to the place. Saw lots of cars get stuck on the way up. A bit out of town, but privacy was nice. As you’d expect in the jungle, lots of bugs/geckos.

A highly recommended accommodation that offers a fantastic sea view. Coming up, I recommend a suitable all-wheel drive to get here. Jairo ( the caretaker) was more than helpful and accommodating. The house was regularly cleaned unsolicited and the towels provided were washed! Thank you and happy to come back.

Eine Sehr Empfehlenswerte Unterkunft die einen Traumhaften Meer blick bietet. Für die Anreise empfehle ich einen Gelände Tauglichen Allrad Wagen. Jairo ( der Hausmeister) war mehr als Hilfsbereit und zuvorkommend. Das Haus Wurde regelmäßig unaufgefordert Gesäubert und die zu Verfügung gestellten Handtücher Gewaschen! Vielen Dank und Gerne Wieder.

From the beginning to the end of the stay everything was perfect and the hosts very proactive in the questions and requests we had. The location was amazing. The house, the view, the staff, everything was there to allow us to have a dream stay. I recommend 100% the casa calix, if you want a charming, welcoming, intimate and relaxing place while being imbued with the culture, jungle, beach and the spirit that surrounds Santa Teresa. Breathtaking, I'll go back to the same spot next vacation!

Du début à la fin du séjour, tout a été parfait et les hôtes très proactif dans les questions et demandes que nous avions. L’emplacement était incroyable. La maison, la vue, le personnel, tout était là pour nous permettre d’avoir un séjour de rêve. Je recommande à 100% la casa calix, si vous voulez une place charmante, accueillante, intime et permettant de relaxer tout en étant imprégné dans la culture, la jungle, la plage et l’esprit qui entoure Santa Teresa. A couper le souffle, je retournerai à la même place prochaines vacances!

So happy to hear you had a great time, we'd can't wait to host you again next year!

Amazing house with incredible views.  Easy access to area beaches and town.  Great hosts, very responsive and happy to help with any questions.

Very nice decoration of the house and a breathtaking view of the jungle and the ocean. For surfers, it's ideal, we can see the waves! House very pleasant to stay in and thankfully because we had no luck in terms of weather 4 days of bad weather ... The rainy season was there … But we will really enjoy coming back to discover Santa Theresa under the sun. Jaigo the caretaker is really adorable.

Très Jolie décoration de la maison et une vue à couper le souffle sur la jungle et l océan. Pour les surfeurs c est idéal on peut voir les vagues ! Maison très agréable à vivre et heureusement car nous n avons pas eu de chance au niveau météo 4 jours de mauvais temps …. La saison des pluies était bien là … Mais nous aurons vraiment plaisir à revenir découvrir Santa Theresa sous le soleil. Jaigo le gardien est vraiment adorable.

A beautiful house with a wonderful view on the bay, very peaceful and quiet. Great experience with the host too.

Beautiful home with a beautiful view.  Loved the design and all the wood finishings.  Plenty of space to sit and hang out.  The kitchen was very large and fully stocked with everything you need.  Jairo was so very helpful with any needs we had and took care of things very quickly.  It is a fun drive up and you definately need a 4x4.  Would definately stay here again.

This house had an amazing view of the ocean and it was very accessible to the main strip of Santa Teresa.  The caretaker, Jairo, was amazing.  He was very attentive to our needs and responded quickly if we needed any assistance.  Great vacation and experience!

Great location and wonderful views.  The host was very helpful.  We had a great stay!

Mariel’s home was an absolute pleasure to stay at! It exceeded our already high expectations. We were greeted by their caretaker Jairo & he went out of his way to accommodate us during our entire stay. The decor and furnishes really made it feel like a luxury home. The house is well stocked (especially the kitchen) and made our stay very comfortable. My boyfriend and I both worked during the week and the Wi-Fi was strong. The views of the ocean are stunning and you are completely secluded from the nearby homes. The accordion doors allow for outdoor/indoor living & the breeze that comes through the house is the best relief on a hot day. The home is conveniently in the heart of Santa Teresa. I would recommend renting an ATV to have easier access to get to and from the house and get the most out of your Santa Teresa experience. We can’t recommend this home enough & we hope to return one day!

We had a great time! It was even more beautiful than the pictures made look like. Lovely view and a spacious house with all the comforts you can think of. It is a rustic house and in the evening small critters can easily find a way in when the light is on.

We hebben een geweldige tijd gehad! Het was nog veel mooier dan de foto’s deden lijken. Prachtig uitzicht en een ruim huis met alle gemakken die je je maar kung bedenken. Het is wel een rustiek huis en in de avond vinden kleine beestjes makkelijk een weg naar binnen wanneer het licht aanstaat.

Best location + best view in Santa Teresa!! It does not get any better then this. I’ve been to Santa Teresa a few times and can tell you that most places with a view are much farther from the main road/ beach, and this location is perfect!! You can hear the waves! The view is incredible, sunsets are amazing! Kitchen fully stacked, and great for hosting a dinner. Tonner was very responsive, and was there for anything we needed. We’ll definitely be back to this home!!

Thanks for the great review Matan, we're so happy that you love it as much as we do! Come back again next year :)

Amazing ocean view of Santa Teresa and beautiful sunsets every evening. I highly recommend to have a 4x4 or ATV. The hill is difficult to navigate by foot. Luckily, most restaurants in Santa Teresa work with local delivery that will bring food to the villa for a small fee of $3-$5. Delivery will also go to the super market if requested. The pool is chlorinate which was okay for me but my wife was unable to enjoy the pool because the chemicals were to harsh for her hair and nails. Overall, beautiful villa and stay in the ocean jungle of Costa Rica.

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