Discover tranquility at Casa Stella, a hidden gem embraced by nature amidst towering mountains, merely a 15-35 minute drive from the idyllic beaches (Tamarindo - 20 minutes away, Playa Avellanas 35 minutes away, Playa Grande - 45). Accommodating up to 7 guests, this spacious boasts three comfortable bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom. The serene ambiance promises an unforgettable stay. Private parking, private pool, BBQ, Air conditioning in all the rooms. The space This large property has 21000 square feet / 1950 square meters of pure nature and green gardens perfect to play around and connect with nature. ** KEY FEATURES ** -Complimentary WiFi/ Internet (please note we are in a secluded area and the max internet speed available is 20 mpg) -Smart TV in the living room -Individual A/C units per room -Fresh linens, towels, soaps, and shampoos provided -Washer in unit -Private and intimate yard, not visible from the outside! -High quality BBQ Grill -Private infinity swimming pool -Private terrace -Fully loaded kitchen with Blender, Stove, Refrigerator with ice dispenser, Coffee maker, Microwave, Oven (located in Suite 1 but accessible for Suite 2 and 3) - 20 min from Playa Tamarindo and 35 min ways from Playa Avellanas and much more! - Safety Box on main room - Outside Shower ** BED CONFIGURATION ** Suite One (Master with kitchen and dining area): King bed Suite Two: King bed Suite Three: Queen bed and a full size sofa perfect for kids! Guest access If you're planning to explore Playa Tamarindo, Playa Grande, Playa Conchal, Playa Avellana, Playa Flamingo within 45 minutes drive. , you'll be happy to know that the main streets are paved, making it easy to get around. When you stay at Casa Stella, you'll only be an hour and fifteen minutes drive from Liberia International Airport (LIR). If you're coming from San Jose, it's a 5-hour drive. Other things to note Welcome to Casa Stella, an oasis nestled in Costa Rica's serene embrace of nature. Our retreat comprises three distinct suites: the main suite encompasses a living room, dining area, bathroom, laundry facilities, kitchen, and a cozy bedroom. Meanwhile, suites two and three, though part of the property, stand independently, each featuring a bedroom, closet, and private bathroom. Each suite seamlessly connects to our main outdoor living space, boasting a shimmering Infinitive private pool, a charming patio, and a delightful terrace. Perfect for family getaways, romantic escapes, business trips, and more! Just a stone's throw away lies Villarreal, offering a quaint array of amenities including small restaurants serving delectable pizzas and refreshing smoothies, barber shops, cellphone stores, and supermarkets, a mere 12 minutes from our property. For a broader exploration, the vibrant town of Playa Tamarindo awaits, a 20-minute drive offering an assortment of restaurants, bars, supermarkets, souvenir shops, and surf stores. A short journey up the road brings you to the Black Stallion, an Eco Park Ranch nestled within a private gated community. Here, indulge in an array of thrilling activities such as the region's finest canopy experience, encounters with majestic horses, ATV trails, and a private Gourmet BBQ Restaurant (reservations required). We highly recommend a visit during your stay for an unforgettable experience! Experience the ultimate in luxury and comfort with our 24/7 free concierge service.

## The Space

Casa Stella offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature and towering mountains. The property spans 21,000 square feet (1,950 square meters) of lush gardens, providing ample space to relax and connect with the outdoors. It comfortably accommodates up to seven guests across three bedrooms, each featuring an en-suite bathroom.

The home includes private parking, an infinity pool, and a BBQ grill. Air conditioning is available in every room to ensure comfort throughout your stay.

### Key Features

- Complimentary WiFi (note: located in a secluded area with a maximum speed of 20 Mbps)
- Smart TV in the living room
- Individual air conditioning units in each bedroom
- Fresh linens, towels, soaps, and shampoos provided
- Washer on the premises
- Private, secluded yard not visible from outside
- High-quality BBQ grill
- Private infinity swimming pool
- Private terrace
- Fully equipped kitchen with blender, stove, refrigerator with ice dispenser, coffee maker, microwave, and oven (oven located in Suite 1 but accessible to Suites 2 and 3)
- Safety box in the main bedroom
- Outdoor shower

### Bedroom Configuration

- Suite One (Master with kitchen and dining area): King bed
- Suite Two: King bed
- Suite Three: Queen bed and a full-size sofa bed, ideal for children

## Location

Casa Stella is conveniently located within a 15 to 45-minute drive from several beautiful beaches:

- Playa Tamarindo: 20 minutes
- Playa Avellanas: 35 minutes
- Playa Grande: 45 minutes

The property is approximately a 1 hour and 15-minute drive from Liberia International Airport (LIR). For guests arriving from San Jose, the drive takes about five hours.

Nearby Villarreal, just 12 minutes away, offers a variety of amenities including small restaurants serving pizza and smoothies, barber shops, cellphone stores, and supermarkets. Playa Tamarindo, 20 minutes from the property, features a wide selection of restaurants, bars, supermarkets, souvenir shops, and surf stores.

## Amenities and Activities

Casa Stella consists of three separate suites. The main suite includes a living room, dining area, bathroom, laundry facilities, kitchen, and bedroom. Suites two and three are independent units, each with a bedroom, closet, and private bathroom. All suites open onto the main outdoor living area, which includes the private infinity pool, patio, and terrace.

Nearby attractions include the Black Stallion Eco Park Ranch, located within a private gated community. Guests can enjoy activities such as canopy tours, horse encounters, ATV trails, and dining at a private gourmet BBQ restaurant (reservations required). This destination is highly recommended for an unforgettable experience.

## Guest Access and Additional Information

The main roads surrounding Casa Stella are paved, making travel to nearby beaches and towns straightforward. The property is suitable for family vacations, romantic getaways, business trips, and more.

Guests benefit from a 24/7 complimentary concierge service to enhance their stay.

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Quiet location 20 minutes from Tamarindo! - Houses for Rent in Santa Cruz, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

The house is beautiful and the hosts were amazing

La casa preciosa y los host se portaron increíble

I loved the place. It's very well equipped and clean. The host is very helpful and communication is smooth.

Me encantó el lugar, muy bien equipado y limpio, el host es muy servicial y la comunicación es fluida.

House was beautiful, clean and very comfortable. It’s close to tamarindo but far enough to avoid the craziness. Rooms and bathrooms were big and comfortable. Unfortunately, the pool water pump was not working . The pool cleaning crew was expected to show up on Wednesday, so we planned our pool day for Thursday, yet they showed up on Thursday , dumping a large amount of chlorine on the pool , and didn’t actually clean it , which meant we were not able to use it for 3-4 hours . I’d appreciate better communication around this . Also the washing machine was not working . Other than that , we had a good time

Our experience was excellent from start to finish. The hosts were incredibly attentive, proactive, and always willing to help at all times. From before our arrival, they made themselves available to support us with any questions and even offered to help plan the trip or provide recommendations for the area if we needed it, which shows the great commitment they have to their guests. The property was impeccable and equipped with everything you need for a very comfortable stay. The pool is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. The location is also excellent. It offers a lot of privacy and, at the same time, is very close to several of the best beaches in the area, which makes it very easy to explore the surroundings. It was definitely a great experience. We recommend this place with complete confidence and we would stay here again without a second thought.

Nuestra experiencia fue excelente de principio a fin. Los anfitriones fueron increíblemente atentos, proactivos y siempre estuvieron dispuestos a ayudar en todo momento. Desde antes de nuestra llegada se pusieron a disposición para apoyarnos con cualquier consulta e incluso ofrecieron ayudar a planificar el viaje o brindar recomendaciones de la zona si lo necesitábamos, lo cual demuestra el gran compromiso que tienen con sus huéspedes. La propiedad estaba impecable y equipada con todo lo necesario para una estancia muy cómoda. La piscina es perfecta para relajarse y disfrutar del ambiente. La ubicación también es excelente, ofrece mucha privacidad y, al mismo tiempo, está muy cerca de varias de las mejores playas de la zona, lo que hace muy fácil explorar los alrededores. Sin duda fue una gran experiencia. Recomendamos este lugar con total confianza y volveríamos a hospedarnos aquí sin pensarlo dos veces.

We had an amazing stay. The host was wonderful and had excellent communication throughout our trip. The property was beautiful, the pool was lovely, and the location was close enough to everything we wanted to do while still feeling peaceful and secluded. The only thing future guests with young children may want to know is that the bedrooms are separate from one another. It wasn’t an issue for us since our teenager was fine on their own, and our two little ones just slept with us since the bed was huge and very comfortable. Overall, everything was fantastic, and we would absolutely stay here again.

The host is amazing!! They are super flexible and are always in communication and attentive to making sure everything is okay, and the house is beautiful and super comfortable!! One of the best Airbnbs in Guanacaste :)

el host es increíble!! son súper flexibles y siempre están en comunicación y atentos de que todo esté bien y la casa es preciosa y súper cómoda!! de los mejores airbnb en Guanacaste :)

It's a great place to stay for vacations, the hosts are super helpful and friendly. It's a beautiful house, and we felt right at home.

very nice house very peacefull I will definitely come back

We had a great stay! The place looks exactly like the photos. The host sent clear instructions about getting there & getting in & very responsive with answering questions. The pool was great & saved us from the hot sun. The house was very spacious and clean. Loved having the en-suite bathrooms. We were very close to Tamarindo with tons of stuff to do-it was nice having a place off the beaten path that was 100% private. Would definitely stay here again.

The property was great. The rooms were nice, and it had everything we needed. We loved the pool. There were a few hiccups along the way, but we were always able to get a hold of someone to get the situation rectified. Everyone we dealt with was lovely and helpful.

Our host was amazing! Anything we needed, they were very attentive and quick and made sure we had just what we needed! Property was clean and beautiful. The pool was just what we needed during the our stay! Will definitely book here again whenever we come back.

Great stay and great host! Just something to keep in mind for future guests — the TV is in the living room only.

Excellent, very clean, comfortable with everything you need to live. Beautiful pool and regularly maintained. I recommend it and we will probably go back. Secluded location 25 minutes from Tamarindo beach.

Excellent, très propre, confortable avec tout ce qu'on a besoin pour vivre. Belle piscine et entretenu régulièrement. Je le recommande et nous allons probablement y retourner. Endroit isolé à 25 minutes de la  plage de Tamarindo.

I loved the place, it's a little far from the beach but it's a very quiet place. Thanks for the help

Me encantó el lugar, está un poquito largo de la playa pero es un lugar muy tranquilo. Gracias por la ayuda

My husband, our two university aged daughters, and I enjoyed our stay. We loved the pool, and our daughters loved having their own separate room and bathroom.

Excellent place to enjoy with family or friends.  Super private and quiet, away from the chaos and noise.  Communication with the host is very good.  The place has all the necessary amenities and the surrounding attractions are very close (between 20-30 minutes).

Excelente lugar para disfrutar en familia o amigos.  Súper privado y silencioso lejos del caos y la bulla.  La comunicación con el host es muy buena.  El sitio cuenta con todas las comodidades necesarias y en sus alrededores los lugares de interés quedan muy cercanos ( entre 20-30 minutos ).

Beautiful location. Peaceful and the town is amazing!

Super friendly hosts, beautiful, impeccable and very safe place. I would definitely come back :)

Anfitriones súper amables, el lugar precioso, impecable y muy seguro. Definitivamente volvería :)

Unfortunately, we cannot recommend this property. Although the photos and description match what is offered, the house does not have the minimum security conditions for the area in which it is located. During our stay we were victims of a robbery, despite having followed all the host's instructions and not having been careless. We are concerned that this risk is not mentioned in the listing, as it is clear that the home is not prepared to provide safety for guests. We don't know if it's happened before, but we feel that our experience should be shared with future travelers, as it's not an isolated incident of bad luck, but a serious lack of preparation for the property in a situation that clearly poses a risk.

Lamentablemente no podemos recomendar esta propiedad. Aunque las fotos y la descripción coinciden con lo ofrecido, la casa no cuenta con las condiciones mínimas de seguridad para la zona en la que se encuentra. Durante nuestra estadía fuimos víctimas de un robo, a pesar de haber seguido todas las indicaciones del anfitrión y no haber cometido ninguna imprudencia. Nos preocupa que este riesgo no se mencione en la publicación, ya que claramente la vivienda no está preparada para brindar seguridad a los huéspedes. No sabemos si ha sucedido antes, pero sentimos que nuestra experiencia debe ser compartida con futuros viajeros, ya que no se trata de un hecho aislado de mala suerte, sino de una falta grave en la preparación de la propiedad ante una situación que claramente representa un riesgo.

Great house, big lot a lots of space, very private and confortable! easy to drive to beautiful beaches, fully recommended!

We liked the place clean and close to places we wanted to go

Nous avons aimé l’endroit propre et à proximité des endroits où nous voulions aller

Very nice, the whole house and the location are excellent. 100% recommended

Muy bonito, excelente toda la casa , la ubicación. 100% recomendado

A very pleasant vacation, we felt really good, an excellent place, location, and tranquility, we will return

muy agradable nuestras vacaciones, nos sentimos super.bien, excelente lugar, ubicación, tranquilidad,  volveremos

This was our favourite stay in Costa Rica so far. This house exceeded our expectations and we felt so lucky to be able to have stayed here for my 30th birthday. The house was clean and felt very welcoming. They left drinks in the fridge for our arrival and some snacks for our stay. The pool was the highlight and we spent many nights using it. The photos do not do the house justice, it felt even bigger and more spacious than any photo we saw!

Excellent place to rest. Very quiet and comfortable place. Very private to share with the family. Close proximity to beaches and supermarkets. Recommended.

Excelente lugar para descanso. Lugar muy tranquilo y confortable. Muy privado para compartir en familia. Cerca de playas y supermercados. Recomendable.

Excellent place, very good pool and very good communication

Excelente lugar muy buena piscina y muy buena comunicación

Nice place, nice pool. Too bad the rooms don't communicate with each other. Yard maintenance would have been a plus. Thank you

Bel endroit, belle piscine. Dommage que les chambres ne communiquent pas entres elles. L’entretien du jardin aurait était un plus. Merci

The house looks exactly as pictured; clean, beautiful and welcoming. The pool was clean, the water stays warm and there’s an LED light that changes colors. We enjoyed the pool a few times. As recommended by the host, renting a car is ideal. Uber takes about 15 minutes to get to the house, not so bad, but if you have a car you won’t need to wait. The host is very organized. I was sent a house manuel that contained everything needed and more, for an easy stay. I didn’t have to reach out to the host with any questions. We felt at home. I enjoyed my time there and will book again if I go back to Costa Rica.

Loved the location and very easy to get around. Host was extremely responsive, great space for family and very easy to use kitchen. The beds were quite comfortable and the bathrooms were plenty. Awesome place!!

Everything was great! There was some little issues that came up but the host was super responsive. I also missed to read that this home did not have a dryer. The home was awesome!! At night the critters came out and it was fairly loud but we eventually got used to the croaking frogs and the loud birds … it is in the middle of the forest after all! Another thing that we didn’t read that would have been helpful was to know that all 3 bedrooms had their own exterior entrance and only 1 bedroom was part of the house and the other 2 were private. This is an awesome option but because we have little ones, it was not beneficial to us. I can see that as a great option for older kids

I absolutely loved this house. It’s in the top 10 of all the houses I have stayed at. Beautiful overall. It has all a person or a family can need. Super clean, organized, loved the structure with the pool in front of everything. We didn’t need anything from outside (except food). We had a blast. I am so thankful to the owners. Super responsive, like if I was texting a family member. We felt secure at this home. We felt at home. We loved every second or our stay and we will definitively keep renting this house when I travel with my party again. I know I’m staying short in describing it, but I just don’t know how else to express myself other than this was an amazing stay. Thank you so very much to the hosts, thank you for every thoughtful detail in the home. We appreciate the great effort you do in maintaining such a beautiful house.

On the plus side: Our party of 5 was very happy with the house & lpool as it was perfect for our group of 4 women & 1 man. Rooms were clean & adequately furnished. Showers worked well. Nice to have outside table & chairs & large pool towels. Refrigerator with ice/water in door was a plus. Well lit, ceiling fans & AC worked well. Did not watch tv. What needed improvement: Coffee maker took over an hour to brew. Reported to Tomas but it appeared he didn’t believe me that it didn’t work. I bought another one as Tomas was only willing to provide a 2-cup French press device which was inadequate. Very frustrating. There was no kettle to heat water. The pool was never cleaned while we were there and developed green algae on the steps & around the entire pool perimeter. The grass was high around the pool as well as throughout the yard. I reported all these issues to Tomas & a small patch of grass near the pool was trimmed. The house guide was great but garden & pool was not maintained.

I stayed at Casa Stella for 5 days and absolutely fell in love with her and I did not want to leave! I would recommend this stay and I would definitely want to go back.

Ex Host , complied with what was paid , comfortable and super quiet , the rooms with its own and large bathroom, the kitchen had everything and the pool super rich … super recommended ..

Exc Anfitrión , cumplió con lo que se pagó , cómodo y súper tranquilo , las habitaciones con baño propio y grande , la cocina contaba con todo y la piscina súper rica … súper recomendados ..

An incredible place that is worth knowing , the host is very friendly and always attentive , he welcomed us very well and the place was impeccable as in the photos , the location is very private but at the same time close to the Tamarindo tourist center which makes it very accessible , I will definitely return !!

Un lugar increíble que vale la pena conocer , el host muy amable y siempre atento , nos recibió muy bien y el lugar estaba impecable como en las fotos , la ubicación es muy privada pero a al vez cercano a centro turísticos de tamarindo lo cual lo hace muy accesible , definitivamente volveré !!

A spectacular place to spend days full of tranquility, enjoy the spectacular pool, clean and beautiful rooms! The full kitchen with a variety of utensils! Details like coffee, welcome snacks ❤️ and the service provided by Tomás spectacular

Un lugar espectacular para pasar días llenos de tranquilidad, disfrutar de la piscina espectacular, habitaciones limpias y hermosas! La cocina completa con variedad de utensilios! Detalles como café, snacks de bienvenida ❤️ y la atención brindada por Tomás espectacular

Stayed at this wonderful property for almost a week. We had such a great time! The air bnb was everything we could imagine. Host was wonderful and so helpful and responsible. Even helped us by getting taxi drivers for us !

I would have liked a better price but the place worthy of a well-deserved vacation

Me Hubiese gustado un mejor precio pero el lugar digno de unas merecidas vacaciones

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