A private pool, jacuzzi, and poolside bathroom anchor this luxury villa in gated Playa Hermosa near Jaco. Seven bedrooms sleep up to 14, with a separate casita, striking artwork, and fast WiFi.
Overview
Casa Espana offers an authentic Costa Rican experience, featuring locally crafted materials and furnishings. The property showcases impressive artwork throughout and is one of the most booked homes in the Jaco / Playa Hermosa area. Daily housekeeping is provided, except on Sundays.
The estate consists of two separate buildings: the Main House and the Casita. The Casita is ideal for teenagers or young adults who prefer to stay up later than other guests.
The Space
Main House
- 1 King bed in Bedroom 1 (1st floor, one level below the main floor) with a private bathroom
- 1 King bed in the Master Bedroom (3rd floor) with a private bathroom
- 1 Queen bed in a 3rd-floor bedroom with a private bathroom
- 1 Queen bed in a 4th-floor bedroom with a private bathroom
Casita
- 1 Queen bed in the right-side bedroom (shared bathroom)
- 1 Queen bed in the left-side bedroom, which includes two rooms (shared bathroom)
- 1 Double bed (lower bunk) in the left-side bedroom (shared bathroom)
- 1 Twin bed (upper bunk) in the left-side bedroom (shared bathroom)
Additional Features
- Washer and dryer
- Three surfboards
- Large flat-screen TV with cable
- Fast WiFi coverage throughout the property, including the pool area
- BBQ grill, microwave, blender, toaster oven, and a full set of cooking utensils
- Massage table
- Stunning artwork displayed everywhere
Amenities and Services
The property is staffed by dedicated employees who are passionate about ensuring guests have an exceptional stay. Services available upon request include:
- Rental of a 12-person van to avoid long vehicle rental lines
- Private chef services
- Massage treatments
- Transportation arrangements
- Guided tours such as zip lining, ATV rides, horseback riding, fishing, surf lessons, day trips, visits to Manuel Antonio National Park, skydiving, Tortuga Island tours, catamaran excursions, sunset cruises, and more
The team assists with booking tours, car rentals, and providing directions to the house or other destinations.
Location
Casa Espana is located in the quiet, gated community of Opera Salvaje in Playa Hermosa. It is:
- Approximately 4 minutes and 25 seconds from the beach
- 9 minutes from downtown Jaco
- About 1 hour and 15 minutes from San Jose International Airport (SJO)
The property is secluded with its own private gate and features a large pool, jacuzzi, poolside bathroom, and a spacious yard.
Property Details
The main house includes four bedrooms spread over three levels, each with a full bathroom. The guesthouse offers three bedrooms and one bathroom. The expansive swimming pool is a favorite among children.
The home features a large open living, kitchen, and dining area with seating for 12 at the banquet table and an additional table for four. An indoor waterfall adds to the ambiance. High-speed wireless internet, cable TV, Netflix, and air conditioning are available throughout the property.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, stove, oven, large island, and ample space for cooking. Drinking water is provided through a five-stage reverse-osmosis filtration system, ensuring safe and great-tasting water.
Nearby Activities
- Zip lining: 20 minutes north in Los Suenos
- Horseback riding: 15 minutes away
- Surfing lessons: 9 minutes in Jaco
- Manuel Antonio National Park (known for monkeys): 50 minutes south
- ATV rides: 9 minutes away
- River rafting: 50 minutes south
- Golf: 20 minutes north
- SCUBA diving and many other activities available nearby
If you have specific interests not listed here, feel free to inquire.
Getting Here
The property is about a 75-minute drive from San Jose International Airport. Guests can rent a car at the airport and drive via highway to Playa Hermosa. Casa Espana is listed on maps under the gated community name.
For those who prefer not to drive, transportation can be arranged. Once in Jaco, assistance with rental cars is also available.
Why Choose Casa Espana?
This location was selected carefully for its balance of convenience and tranquility. Playa Hermosa offers proximity to Jaco’s vibrant restaurants, nightlife, casino, and numerous activities, all while providing a peaceful setting on the Pacific coast.
Casa Espana is suitable for families, friends, and corporate gatherings. It is a luxury home within a gated community and is not available for bachelor parties. Only registered guests are permitted entry through the security gate.
Guest Access and Interaction
On-site personnel handle check-in and check-out procedures. The house uses electronic locks for security. Hosts are available to assist guests with any needs during their stay.
Guest reviews
4.8
· 80 reviews
4.8
Cleanliness
4.7
Accuracy
4.8
Communication
4.9
Location
4.9
Check-in
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Value
What guests are saying
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Dan
2 months ago
Was a nice home that is in need of some attention. Plenty of room but lacking amenities that would have made the stay more comfortable. Great pool. Host did not reach out until a day or so before our stay and never offered the in home massages or private chef that we saw on the listing. Close to local shop and restaurants. Private space!
5
Lauren
3 months ago
We had a wonderful stay! The house was very clean, spacious, and had a great pool. The location was perfect—close to the beach and all of the excursions we had planned. Melissa was an amazing host who helped us prepare before our trip and checked in throughout our stay to make sure everything was going well. Chef David was outstanding and one of the highlights of our vacation. I highly recommend booking him if you have the opportunity. We’d definitely stay here again!
5
Andrew & Hanna
5 months ago
We really enjoyed our stay at this home. Plenty of old world charm, and a lot of space for our entire group. Our favorite feature was Melissa, the host. She was always available and very attentive! She arranged a wonderful day trip for us as well as a chef- we highly recommend the chef service; it was fantastic! Overall, a wonderful stay, thanks to Melissa.
5
Bogdan
6 months ago
Beautiful place to stay with a family or big company. Close to the ocean. Highly recommended
5
Mario
8 months ago
Really good place for a trip with a lot of people, totally recommended.
5
Fabian
8 months ago
Amazing property! Very private and very safe community with security 24/7. The host was very responsive and helped us plan our entire weekend with excursions & even sorted out the chef service which I highly recommend. Definitely coming back!
5
Huanelge
9 months ago
A very nice place, super comfortable, clean and safe. 100% recommended.
5
Babatunde
1 year ago
Our stay in Jaco was incredible! Melissa was an amazing host — super welcoming, responsive, and made sure everything was perfect from the moment we arrived. The place was spotless, stylish, and even better than the photos. The location was ideal — close to the beach, restaurants, and all the fun, yet still peaceful and private. You can tell Melissa really cares about her guests and puts thought into every detail. Definitely one of my best Airbnb experiences in Costa Rica. Highly recommend staying here if you’re visiting Jaco!
5
Jerrin
1 year ago
Absolutely stunning home! We enjoyed themselves entirety of our trip and truly will miss the home!
5
Jennifer
1 year ago
This house is beautiful and exactly as promised ... no, BETTER than promised! We were 8 adults and there was plenty of room for sleeping (we didn't even use several of the bedrooms), games, eating, hanging out and enjoying being together in Costa Rica. The home itself was lovely, lots of charm and character and very spacious. Pool was great, the neighborhood lovely and very easy access to everything. Loryl/ Melissa arranged 2 chefs to come in and they were FANTASTIC - one of the best parts of our trip to CR. Everything they made was yummy with plenty left over for midnight snacks or lunch the next day. We had a few activities plan around the area but mostly enjoyed hanging out together at the house and around the pool. Loryl/ Melissa was great in every way and so attentive to our comfort and needs. We lacked for nothing. We loved everything about our stay and would 110% recommend it for anyone interested in staying in the Jaco area.
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