Enjoy this dreamy, tropical magic home with a unique beach front access and a pool in Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo. Bring the whole family to this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom beach house and enjoy the indoor outdoor kitchen and dining areas with views of the ocean. There is the option of AC if required, but the ocean breeze on the second floor is usually more than enough! You are within walking distance to a small market and the tourist town of Puerto Viejo. The space Welcome to Casa Blanca de Playa Negra. This home has it all: -Direct access via a small gate on the property to the gorgeous black sand beaches of Playa Negra. -A saltwater swimming pool. -A tropical garden with banana trees, scaling palms, and jungle vines. -AC, if you need it. -A 15m walk or 5m bike ride to the vibrant town of Puerto Viejo with its amazing restaurants and shops. And, if Puerto Viejo seems just a little too far, it’s a quick walk to the local corner market or to the popular Banana Azul resort with its delicious restaurant, tour desk and beach club. Perfect for small families, up to three couples, an individual who enjoys a comfortable space or small wellness retreat groups. Newly remodeled and architecturally designed, large open and vaulted ceilings allow you to enjoy the indoor/outdoor dining and living areas surrounded by stunning views and the crashing sounds of the waves. This property comfortably sleeps 8 with two bedrooms and two baths on the second floor and an expansive studio and full bath on the first floor with its own poolside deck and kitchenette. Each of the three bedrooms have the option of AC if required, but the ocean breeze coupled with the large ceiling fans is usually more than enough. Spend your day lounging in a hammock, learning to surf or enjoying the pool. Cook some delicious meals either at home or head out to check out the many amazing restaurants in Puerto Viejo. If you are up for an adventure, Puerto Viejo is rich with activities including zip-lining, chocolate tours, horseback riding, river rafting, surfing, hikes to waterfalls, spa treatments, salsa lessons and a variety of cultural activities that allow you to learn more about the Caribbean and Indigenous cultures. All guests will love keeping an eye out for iguanas, exotic birds, traditional Costa Rican frogs and if you are lucky a sloth or two. With its modern tropical design, Casa Blanca affords guests the opportunity to enjoy open air living with the comforts of a modern tropical home. Guest access You will have the entire property to yourself. Other things to note If you book for at least 1 week, a complimentary mid-stay clean will be included. You will not have access to the Laundry, however, the cleaners are able to provide this service for you for a small added fee.

## The Space

Welcome to Casa Blanca de Playa Negra, a newly remodeled and architecturally designed beach house in Playa Negra, Puerto Viejo. The property combines modern tropical design with open-air living, vaulted ceilings, and the comforts of a contemporary home.

A small gate on the property provides direct access to the beautiful black-sand beaches of Playa Negra. The home also includes:

- A saltwater swimming pool
- A tropical garden with banana trees, towering palms, and jungle vines
- Indoor and outdoor living and dining areas
- Ocean views and the soothing sound of crashing waves
- Air conditioning in each bedroom, if needed
- Large ceiling fans and refreshing ocean breezes

The home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests. The second floor includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, while the first floor features an expansive studio with a full bathroom, private poolside deck, and kitchenette.

This property is ideal for small families, up to three couples, individual travelers seeking a comfortable space, or small wellness retreat groups.

## Location

Casa Blanca is within walking distance of a small local market and the vibrant town of Puerto Viejo, known for its restaurants and shops.

- Approximately 15 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by bicycle to Puerto Viejo
- A short walk to the local corner market
- Close to Banana Azul resort, which offers a restaurant, tour desk, and beach club

## Things to Do

Spend your days relaxing in a hammock, learning to surf, or enjoying the pool. You can prepare meals at home or explore the many restaurants in Puerto Viejo.

The area offers a wide range of activities, including:

- Zip-lining
- Chocolate tours
- Horseback riding
- River rafting
- Surfing
- Waterfall hikes
- Spa treatments
- Salsa lessons
- Cultural activities focused on Caribbean and Indigenous traditions

Guests can also watch for iguanas, exotic birds, traditional Costa Rican frogs, and, with some luck, a sloth or two.

## Guest Access

You will have exclusive access to the entire property.

## Additional Information

Each bedroom includes the option of air conditioning. However, the ocean breeze and large ceiling fans are usually sufficient to keep the home comfortable.

For stays of at least one week, a complimentary mid-stay cleaning is included.

Guests do not have access to the laundry facilities. However, the cleaners can provide laundry service for a small additional fee.

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Beachfront Villa Casa Blanca with Private Pool/AC - Houses for Rent in Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Limón, Costa Rica

We had a lovely stay at this beautiful property on Playa Negra. The location was perfect for getting to the various must-see places in the area (Punta Uva, Cahuita Park, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca). Very nice house.

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette magnifiques propriété sur la playa negra . L emplacement était parfait pour rejoindre les différents endroits incontournables de la région ( punta uva , parc cahuita , puerto viejo de talamanca ) . maison très agréable .

We chose the accommodation as a family with 4 children. It was absolutely worth it! Pool and the sea right outside the door! We were all very comfortable.

Wir haben uns für die Unterkunft als Familie entschieden mit 4 Kindern. Es hat sich absolut gelohnt! Pool und das Meer vor der Tür! Wir haben uns alle sehr wohl gefühlt.

We had an amazing stay at Casa Blanca! The location was unbeatable and the hosts were extremely responsive and helpful throughout our entire stay. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area!

The property was gorgeous, lots of wildlife, black sand beaches, tons of room in the home, short drive to the main part of town, and optional AC was a huge comfort. Was greeted with chocolate and wine, and felt very safe and welcome. First, don't know who Phil is. It seemed a property management company or larger resort down the road was taking care of all details. Second, the neighbors constantly smoked weed, so that was a bummer, but not necessarily the fault of the property. Third, why is the microwave in the basement and not with the main kitchen? It was several days that we assumed there was no microwave. Fourth, The master room ceiling fan is super corroded and rusty. Why is this not maintained? Fifth, the floors everywhere are SUPER slick. I fell, hard, on the downstairs patio, and can't imagine I was the first. Finally, the bathrooms need exhaust fans for how humid the showers get them, especially since there are only screens in the windows, open to the outside humidity.

We appreciate you took your time to review the property and we are glad you enjoyed overall your stay and the area. We are taking note of your concerns and we will address them asap. Thank you for choosing us.

Super convenient location that is right in the beach. Open the gate in the backyard and you are right on the beach. We also saw a bunch of animals on the property which was super cool. It’s right near the main road into Puerto Viejo, so while it can be a little loud with passing traffic, the sound of the ocean drowns it out. It’s about a three minute car ride into town. Would recommend staying.

Excellent option for staying in Puerto Viejo, close enough to supermarkets and restaurants but far enough away to enjoy a quiet vacation. Suitable place for family trips

Exc opción para hospedarse en Puerto Viejo, lo suficientemente cerca de supermercados y restaurantes y lo suficientemente alejado para estar en silencio disfrutando de las vacaciones. Lugar apropiado para viajes en familia

An absolutely stunning house, located on the beach where you can spend the morning watching Tapirs, frogs, eagles from the pool, hammocks or veranda and the evenings listening to the waves crashing whilst you spend the evening with your family/friends. We had a blissful few days exploring the area with family and look forward to one day coming back. Highly recommend for both families and a group of friends. The beach is volcanic sands where you can walk for miles and if you have a car, bike or moped there is so much to explore. Bliss. Gracias!!

The house and location was excellent. Rarely have I been able to relax so much and enjoy a beautiful garden and the sound of the sea!! The helpfulness and fast communication with the host was outstanding. An absolute dream! I will come back

Das Haus und die Lage waren hervorragend. Selten konnte ich so sehr entspannten und einen wunderschönen Garten und das Meeresrauschen genießen!! Die Hilfsbereitschaft und schnelle Kommunikation mit dem Gastgeber war überragend. Ein absoluter Traum! Ich werde wiederkommen

Beautiful house with great location to the beach. Some furniture and equipment older and worn.

Schönes Haus mit super Lage zum Stand. Einige Möbel und Geräte älter und verschlissen.

Thank you for your feedback. We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed the house and the excellent location near the beach. We appreciate your comments regarding the older furniture and appliances, we are already reviewing these items and will continue making improvements to ensure an even better experience for future guests. Thank you again for staying with us!

Nice place, great location, very responsive host.  Would stay here again.

Casa Blanca was such an amazing place to stay.  I absolutely love the Puerto Viejo area and everytime we come here we stay on Playa Negra. This house is in the perfect location with direction access to the beach. You hear the waves at night while going to sleep and you can wake up and brew a pot of coffee and walk on the beach. I will definitely be back. My only suggestion would be to bring your on pillow if you have a tough time sleeping on thin pillows.

I really enjoy the place, it had everything I wanted and more. It’s great because it’s very private but at the same time you will be near a lot of restaurants and great places in less than five minutes by car. You also have places to have breakfast, lunch or dinner nearby,  walking distance. I’ll be going back really soon.

Beautiful. The courtyard is a zoo. Incredible.

hermoso. el patio es un zoologico. increible.

We had an absolutely amazing stay at this beautiful home in Puerto Viejo. The property was perfect for our family - the kids loved the pool and the direct beach access, and the grounds were gorgeous and full of wildlife. We saw all sorts of animals right in the backyard every day! The location couldn’t have been better - just a short walk to town, but still peaceful, private and serene. We could hear the waves crashing at night and the black sand beach was just steps from the house. It really felt like the best of both worlds: close to everything Puerto Viejo has to offer, yet tucked away in our own little paradise. It's super close to the national parks and other beautiful beaches in the area. The management team was top notch. They were incredibly helpful and responsive when we had logistical questions about the house or area, or needed recommendations for drivers, tours and restaurants. This was such a special place and we would come back in a heartbeat. Highly recommend!

Absolutely incredible stay. Right on the beach. Huge, beautiful yard. Incredible walking up to the open walls and waves crashing right in front of us. Sound of the ocean as we slept was also awesome. Hosts were very responsive and friendly. Met all of our needs. Would love to stay here again!

This is my second time staying here. The first time was fantastic. This time, not so much. Since I had stayed before, I reached out to the host to get a quote for 3 nights. They quickly sent me a link and I made the payment. Right as I am checking in, I am told that because you have 4 people, it’s going to be $400 more. Now keep in mind my group and I spent a couple hours reviewing our options and weighing the cost of where we were going to stay before opting on this place. Had we known we were going to be charged an extra $400, we would have not stayed here. I can completely understand if your policy is more if you have multiple guests. BUT you should have made that clear before sending a link to pay and after receiving payment and as I am walking into the property. Seems super shady and because of this, we will not be back. We are coming back to the area the entire month of December, and this will not be one of our stops. Was not worth the amount for 3 days for sure.

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're disappointed to hear that your second stay didn’t meet your expectations, especially after a positive first experience. We do want to clarify a few important details: When you booked your stay, the reservation was made for 2 guests, and our listing uses Airbnb’s automated tiered pricing, which transparently applies an additional charge per person beyond two. This is clearly stated in the listing and shown during the booking process. When you later mentioned your group included 4 guests, we promptly submitted a formal change request through Airbnb reflecting the correct guest count and adjusted price. We also followed up multiple times via Airbnb messages and WhatsApp, but unfortunately never received a response. We understand that Airbnb’s interface can be confusing at times, and we always do our best to help guests navigate it. That said, we never added any “surprise” charges last-minute. Everything was communicated clearly and well in advance according to Airbnb's protocols. We’re genuinely disappointed to hear that this misunderstanding impacted your overall impression, especially after a great first stay.

We loved our stay at Casa Blanca. The host was very responsive and helpful. The restaurant recommendations were wonderful. The house is exactly as pictured - the backyard area is possibly even more beautiful than the photos. The location is fabulous - directly on Playa Negra. A very peaceful location for a Costa Rican beach stay! I would return here.

Great location and fantastic house! Would definitely recommend

Great location directly on the beach.  Sleep to the sound of the waves.  Great house with open concept.

We had a fantastic time at the gorgeous playa negra beach! The house was easy to find and check was great-greeted by a Rise staff and welcomed with wine beer & chocolate! The house is very secure- there is a main entrance gate lock, beach gate lock and locks for all doors & windows. It felt very safe for our 2 families with 4 kids. It is a couple houses off the main road and there are a few night noises with cars and early morning motor cycles. The market was a 2 min walk for supplies! It was a 20 min walk on the beach to town- which was so lovely and fun & the local cuisine was great to check out! The Banana Azul resort was a 5 min walk down the beach for yummy meal! The beach and the backyard was our haven we were out there every morning swimming and walking- it is stunning and the water is warm and amazing! The back yard we saw sloth, tucans, lizards and poison dart frogs! There are a couple upgrades needed- more beach towels, beach chairs, access to laundry for wet towels!

We very much enjoyed our stay. It was about a 30 min walk into town. The house and property is very secure. The beach is practically in the backyard. The host was super responsive with all questions and requests. The top floor is open air concept so some weather and bugs can be present but it wasn’t bothersome even in the wetter season. The beds are firm. I realize this is personal preference so some may love it! The pillows are also pretty firm so if you prefer a plush pillow bring your own. We highly recommend Casa Blanca and would stay at any home hosted by Philip.

We were pleased with every interaction with RISE mgmt, but the home fell short of our expectations. The home is in a busy location, very noisy at night & lots of construction. There is clearly a big security risk in the area, prepare for the gates/multiple locked doors to fidget with. The home is VERY open air, but has mini splits in each bedroom. There was noticeable mildew smell & growth on the shades/bed pillows…the pillows didn’t have protectors & the yellow sheets had stains. The beds are firm & I recommend bringing your own pillow. When it rained, it also rained in the house from the ceiling slats, so the choice of polyester velvet furniture felt unclean. If you’re used to American standards of hospitality, come with more realistic expectations of the comfort/cleanliness level. We enjoyed the 20min beach walk to breakfast/dinner. The black sand beach was private & BEAUTIFUL! There was so much wildlife all around which was special. Check out Manzanillo area if you visit!

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We genuinely appreciate your kind words about our Management team and your enjoyment of the beautiful surroundings and wildlife. We are sorry to hear that the home fell short of your expectations. Regarding the construction noise, it’s likely from the police station being built across the street, which is unfortunately outside of our control. We understand how this could have impacted your stay, and we apologize for any inconvenience. As you mentioned, the house is designed with an open-air concept to embrace the unique indoor/outdoor living experience that Puerto Viejo is known for. This style allows guests to fully enjoy the lovely climate and wildlife, but it does come with the trade-off of needing multiple doors and keys to ensure security, which is essential in any open-plan property. We recognize that this setup might not suit everyone, especially if you prefer complete temperature control and filtration. In response to your concerns about cleanliness, we take this feedback seriously and are conducting a comprehensive review to address any issues you pointed out. We recently invested in new pillows and had all window shades professionally cleaned, but we will be inspecting all linens and pillows again to ensure they meet our standards. Any items that fall short will be promptly replaced. As for the exterior lamp shades on the deck, we are aware of the challenges posed by the oceanfront environment and are considering replacement options. We value your insights and will use them to improve the experience for future guests. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope you enjoyed the rest of your stay in Puerto Viejo.

Wonderful day beautiful home beautiful beaches close enough to walk to everything private lots of wildlife very relaxing

Philip's place was perfect and as described in the listing and even more beautiful in real life! Each of the bedrooms had their separate bathrooms, the downstairs home was great too! The pool was perfect and the access to the sea was definitely an advantage to this place. The place and location was very safe too. We recommend this place without hesitation!

Le logement de Philip était parfait et tel que décrit dans l’annonce et même plus beau en vrai! Chacune des chambres avaient leurs salle-de-bain séparés, le logement du bas était super bien aussi! La piscine était parfaite et l’accès à la mer était définitivement un avantage à ce logement. Le logement et l’emplacement était très sécuritaire aussi. Nous recommandons ce logement sans hésiter!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. We loved the black sand beach, the 15 minute walk to town, and the comfortable amenities.

This house was so comfortable, beautifully furnished, it had a great use of space. I specially loved that we could have a beach view from both rooms upstairs!!!!

Great location on the beach.  close to town.  would recommend to others

Nice house, right on the beach which was fabulous.

Loved this place. great open design. on beach, sloths seen on multiple days.  the Rise management team was fantastic and incredibly responsive.

Very nice and cozy place, in front of the beach, we really enjoyed it.

Lugar muy bonito y acogedor, frente a  la playa, lo disfrutamos mucho.

Great House. Perfect location, you can feel the beach at every time

Wonderful house with beautiful views and many great restaurants just a short walk or drive away. The rise host team was very responsive and willing to accommodate. Look forward to staying again some day!

Both the home and yard were beautiful. We loved the little gardens all over! Beautiful sounds and sights. Three sloths were staying in the beach almond tree right on the path to the black sand beach! The natural creation is phenomenal! I will say: It is very busy and loud in that area. We did have some security issues but the hosts were very responsive and quick to make the needed adjustments. Be sure to follow all of the instructions!

My wife and I had an incredible visit at this home. The location was so, so good. I timed it to 1 minute and 3 seconds from the time I headed to beach and when my toes were touching water! The grounds were beautiful and the salt water pool was a great amenity for evening soak. The open air design was awesome.. we loved having all the doors thrown open and there always seemed to be a breeze. We would close things up a bit at night and utilized the AC in our bedroom but at first light... everything open! 15 min stroll down beach into town.. about 10 mins to Banana Azul. We hope to return with friends/family to utilize the full space! Thank you and all the best.. we hope to return!

This beautiful home is spacious and beautiful. The setting is paradise. The lower level opens to a salt water pool with bench seats and circulating jets. Beyond that a grass lawn surrounded by palm trees lead to a gate which opens to a path through 50 feet of jungle (including a resident sloth we spotted several times) and onto a black sand beach, with waves of warm water crashing down. It really was stunning. Wifi worked well. The AC in the bedrooms and downstairs area was heavenly (and needed on some days). Banana Azul hotel is a 10 minute walk (1/2 mile) and has a full service bar and restaurant with good food and drinks. They have free-to-use chairs and loungers for in-sun and in-shade relaxing. Servers come to take your order. Puerto Viejo is walkable (my 20-somethings did it several times). I preferred the 5 minute drive. Parking was easy in town. A convenient market is about 100 yards from the front gate of the property. We loved our stay.

This house is so amazing !! It is clean and open and in the perfect spot!!!! It is tucked away but closed to town !! Already booked it again in 6 months . The staff is so responsive !! I only have great things to say

Absolutely incredible property. Kept in perfect condition. Right on the beach, you can hear the waves crashing while you sleep. Air conditioners kept the bedrooms cool and comfortable. Very responsive host.

The house was better than the pictures. Private retreat on the ocean! We loved the big kitchen and indoor/ outdoor living. There is a studio apartment downstairs. We even saw a sloth in the backyard! 10/10

First, Rise did an incredible job of being responsive to any and all questions. If we had a question about the pool or the hot water or a hammock, they responded within minutes and had a specialist provide a final answer if they didn’t have one themselves immediately. The house is exactly like the photos; clean, open, and right in front of the beach. The black sand beach is different but beautiful. I wasn’t sure that we’d be able to hear the beach/waves from the house, but was pleasantly surprised to hear that you can hear as much of the waves as you’d like. Air conditioning provides a perfectly cool nights sleep if you need it cold to get a good nights rest. The beds and furniture are comfortable and the space is laid out well for relaxation and simultaneously enjoyment of the outside and inside. Our family of 5 very much enjoyed and appreciated the stay at Casa Blanca.

just perfect! who's close to more, wants to hear the sound from the waves 24 hours and still does not want to forego luxury and safety, great!

einfach perfekt! wer die nähe zum meer liebt, den sound von den wellen 24 stunden hören will und trotzdem auf luxus und sicherheit nicht verzichten will, top!

The place was great for my family, it has everything we needed. we had a great time. beautiful house

Your search for your perfect getaway in Puerto Viejo is over. Two floors, three bedrooms, spacious bathrooms, beach access, pool, hammock, patio and more. We were extremely satisfied with the location, property, communication from the host, and homey touches. We would stay here again in a heartbeat.

The property was amazing and breathtaking! It is in the perfect location . I have already booked it again for 22 days! Just steps from the beach and a short walk into town. Rose was so responsive to every question I had  I highly recommend it !

We loved staying at Casa Blanca. Highly recommended!

Great villa near Puerto Viejo, all amenities required nearby, yet some intimacy in a great backyard with a small private pool and direct access to the beach! Management were extremely efficient and easy to communicate. Would definitely come back!

Casa Blanca is a beautiful home with an excellent location that is hard to beat. It is just outside Puerto Viejo, close enough to be walkable but far enough to escape any bustle. It is an easy drive to two large national parks and all the beaches in between. The house is right on the gorgeous black sand beach, and you can be easily lulled to sleep in the lounge chairs or hammock by the pool. Communication was fabulous, checking in with Fabian was a breeze, and the hosts were very responsive throughout our weeklong stay, including accommodating a late check out. We really enjoyed our time here!

This is really a special place located right on the beach!  The house is very nice however it feels more like two apartments.  It could be really nice for two couples who each want some of their own space.  The pool was refreshing as the ocean is not always swimmable there at the house.  We enjoyed our time here, and found the whole area to be really special.

Such an incredible spot -- you won't want to pass it up!  Literally steps from the beach (I love to swim in the ocean so that's a big plus for me).  I had to work a bit while there, and the internet was super fast and reliable.  Best of all, there's AIR CONDITIONING for most of the rooms to keep cool at night (and prevent mosquitos from bugging you with open windows).  The hosts were great at communicating with us and worked with us when we had a few plans change due to last-minute unforeseen emergencies!

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