Oceanfront 3-bedroom villa in Esparza with direct beach access, a private pool, and two bedrooms with sea-view terraces. Sleeps 8 with modern comfort, tropical gardens, and a fire pit.
The Space
Welcome to your private retreat in Playa Tivives, Puntarenas, a peaceful coastal community where the jungle meets the ocean. This brand-new, two-story luxury villa combines contemporary design, open spaces, and modern comfort, making it ideal for families, couples, or friends seeking tranquility away from the crowds.
The home offers:
- Three spacious bedrooms, each with a king-size bed and air conditioning
- Two oceanfront bedrooms with private terraces and comfortable lounge furniture
- An open-concept living area with a sofa bed
- A fully equipped kitchen with a large central island
- An indoor dining area with a full-size table
- Two covered outdoor terraces on the ground floor:
- A sitting area overlooking the garden and pool
- An outdoor dining area for alfresco meals and evening gatherings
Each bedroom is designed for privacy, natural light, and restful sleep.
Outdoor Areas and Amenities
- Expansive backyard with a private swimming pool
- Tropical landscaping and sun loungers
- Fire pit for evenings under the stars
- Direct beach access, just steps from the backyard
- Garage for two cars, plus additional parking
- Laundry room with a washer and dryer
- Air conditioning throughout the villa
- Safe, gated community with 24-hour security
Comfort and Essentials
The villa includes:
- Luxury white bedding and linens
- White sheets
- Pool towels
- Welcome coffee and tea
- Shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and soap
Wake up to the sound of the ocean, enjoy breakfast on the terrace, relax by the pool, and spend your evenings beside the fire pit with the Pacific breeze. The villa combines modern comfort with Costa Rica’s natural beauty.
Guest Access
Guests have access to the entire villa and patio, including the private swimming pool.
Location
Playa Tivives is a calm and scenic coastal community that remains largely untouched by mass tourism. It offers peace, privacy, and an authentic connection with nature while remaining within driving distance of several key destinations.
- Approximately 1 hour from San José and SJO Airport via Route 27
- 15–20 minutes from Puerto Caldera and Esparza, with supermarkets, shops, and local restaurants
- Approximately 30 minutes from Puntarenas, with larger markets, ferries, and hospitals
- Near Playa Caldera, Playa Doña Ana, and Carara National Park, home to scarlet macaws
Things to Do Nearby
- Take beach walks and photograph sunsets just outside the villa
- Join boat and island tours from Puntarenas or Caldera
- Explore the mangroves by kayak on the Jesús María River
- Enjoy wildlife viewing and birdwatching in the Tivives Protected Zone
- Take day trips to Carara National Park
- Try adventure activities around the Tárcoles River and nearby mountains
- Arrange horseback riding or fishing excursions with local guides
Good to Know
Playa Tivives is peaceful and not heavily developed for tourism, making it well suited to guests seeking calm, privacy, and nature.
We recommend purchasing groceries in Santa Ana at Walmart, Esparza, or Puntarenas before arrival. A car is highly recommended for exploring the area and reaching supermarkets, restaurants, and nearby attractions.
Getting Around
A car is highly recommended for exploring the area and accessing supermarkets, restaurants, and nearby attractions.
Guest reviews
4.8
· 20 reviews
4.9
Cleanliness
5.0
Accuracy
5.0
Communication
5.0
Location
5.0
Check-in
4.8
Value
What guests are saying
5
Erik
6 days ago
Extremely well designed home with beautiful surroundings… very quiet neighborhood and empty beach. The pool and outdoor shower were refreshing and we enjoyed being able to grill. Would stay here again!
5
Cecil
1 month ago
Catherine’s place in Tivives was great. Quiet, private, and right on the beach. The second floor balcony is nice with great views and morning wildlife. The house and backyard are all just as in the pictures. I’d recommend to anyone looking for a nice quiet getaway with beautiful natural surroundings.
5
Adeline
2 months ago
Beautiful house matches the photos. Everything was perfect. This house is by the sea. The black sand beach is very well preserved. It is very wild, so there are a lot of tree branches and the water is very rough. But it makes it all magical
5
Randall
3 months ago
A beautiful, quiet, family place. It felt like home. The goal of resting was achieved. Highly recommended. We would definitely come back. Thanks again
5
Jason
3 months ago
great stay wish we would have stayed longer
4
Marae
3 months ago
House is lovely, just as pictured. Great location on beach, comfortable sized rooms etc… Only complaint was that it did not seem like it was cleaned very thoroughly before we came. Other than that, the house is very nice, and was comfortable to stay in. Host was very responsive!
5
Lidia
5 months ago
AN UNFORGETTABLE STAY. IT EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS. MY FAMILY WAS VERY HAPPY. A WONDERFUL PLACE. THE HOST WAS VERY KIND AND ALWAYS ATTENTIVE FROM THE BEGINNING TO THE END.
5
Alberto
5 months ago
The house is very nice, spacious, and has all the amenities. It has a view of and direct access to the beach, and in our case, we went with an elderly person who needs a wheelchair, so there is a very clean and functional public access right next to the house. The rooms have ocean views and are also very nice. The host's service was excellent, and everything was very clean. 100% recommended.
5
Virginia
5 months ago
We absolutely loved this house!!
5
Lynn
6 months ago
We had a wonderful getaway for the family and friends of 6. Extremely peaceful and private. The entire house is in pristine condition, knowing how difficult it is to maintain in tropical weather next to the sea. The rooms are spacious, tasty decor, fully equipped kitchen, the sitting room is inviting. The beach is quiet, a couple of surfers and fishermen. Highly recommend!
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