This newly renovated 6 bedroom and 7 bathroom home is right on the water. It is sparkling clean and brand new.You can hear the waves crash from every room.There are 4 bedrooms with king size beds, 2 twins, 1 sofa bed, and 2 bedrooms with queen size beds.Each room has its own bathroom and air conditioner.A large deck offers breathtaking views of the ocean.The pool is next to the spacious outdoor kitchen.Play by the pool, prepare a meal, sip a cocktail, and watch the waves roll in. The space Brand new mattresses and linens Daily maid service included Directly on the water Watch the macaws from the deck Chef service available Airport transfers available We can help organize all of your excursions and tours Close to Tortuga Island, Manual Antonio National Park, Ziplining, ATV, Waterfalls, Deep Sea Fishing, Surf Lessons Other things to note Letter for vehicle restriction. We have a sanitary permit and commercial license, so we are authorized to provide you with a circulation permit letter and that way you can move on the day you wish, without any problem to circulate.

## The Space

This recently renovated home features six bedrooms and seven bathrooms, situated directly on the waterfront. The entire property is spotless and newly updated. From every room, you can hear the soothing sound of waves crashing.

The sleeping arrangements include:  
- Four bedrooms with king-size beds  
- Two bedrooms with queen-size beds  
- Two twin beds  
- One sofa bed  

Each bedroom has its own private bathroom and air conditioning for comfort. A large deck provides stunning ocean views, perfect for relaxation.

Adjacent to the spacious outdoor kitchen is a pool where you can enjoy swimming, prepare meals, sip cocktails, and watch the waves roll in.

## Amenities

- Brand new mattresses and linens  
- Daily maid service included  
- Direct waterfront access  
- Deck with views of macaws  
- Chef service available  
- Airport transfers available  

## Location and Activities

The property is conveniently located near:  
- Tortuga Island  
- Manuel Antonio National Park  
- Ziplining adventures  
- ATV tours  
- Waterfalls  
- Deep sea fishing  
- Surf lessons  

We can assist in organizing all your excursions and tours to make your stay memorable.

## Additional Information

We provide a letter for vehicle restrictions. Holding a sanitary permit and commercial license, we can supply you with a circulation permit letter, allowing you to move your vehicle freely on the day you choose without any issues.

It is sparkling clean and brand new.You can hear the waves crash from eve...

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6BR villa in Playa Hermosa

Stunning Beachfront Home! - Houses for Rent in Playa Hermosa, Provincia de Puntarenas, Costa Rica

The photos describe the place but feels more like marketing than anything else. The living area which is open becomes almost unbearable in the heat, the wifi was very flaky and whatever was used on the pool cause skin issues and turned 3 girls hair green. Never had issues with chlorine in a pool before yet this one ruined clothes, hair and caused serious irritation. I was told by the host it was within the “parameters” but there was no transparency about how much was put and it wasn’t measured until a problem was mentioned two days later after heavy rain. Ended up being a very expensive vacation.

We’re sorry this guest left disappointed, but we do want to clarify that several of the claims in this review are not consistent with our records or with the experience of our many previous guests. Our property has a 4.94/5 rating, and we have not previously received reports of the pool causing the type of problems described here. The home is accurately represented in the listing photos and description. During this particular weekend, there was also the World Surf League competition taking place in front of the villa, which may have contributed to increased activity and noise in the area. This was an unusual circumstance and not representative of the typical environment around the property. The pool is professionally maintained and its chemistry is monitored within appropriate parameters. When the guest brought a concern to our attention, we responded and had the water checked. There was no indication of a problem before it was reported, and we cannot confirm that the pool caused the hair, clothing, or skin issues described in the review. We’re also disappointed to hear about the Wi-Fi experience, as this is not something we routinely hear from guests. We always take concerns seriously and do our best to address issues when they are brought to our attention. We respect that every guest can have a different experience, but we also want future guests to have an accurate perspective. Our 4.94/5 rating and extensive positive guest feedback reflect the experience the vast majority of our guests have had at the property. We remain committed to providing a clean, well-maintained home and a great experience for every guest.

The place was great, super chill, great access to restaurants. Fun surf town! Highly recommend.

Our experience at Playa Hermosa was excellent! Carlos was an extremely responsive host which made our stay so much easier and more comfortable! The house was wonderful for our large group. The beach was very accessible and the house itself was comfortable and spacious. Chef Lisa and her entire crew cooked some of the most amazing meals we’ve ever had and was very affordable!Overall, we had a wonderful and memorable trip and for a very large family, that’s not an easy task! We would recommend this home to anyone traveling to Jaco! Pura Vida!

This spot was so beautiful. Beachfront with bars and restaurants all within walking distance. Very clean, with daily house keeping. Absolutely worth the money and the time!!

The house was everything we thought it would be from the pictures. Carlos was amazing before and during our trip. He helped set up excursions, private chef, driver, and airport transfers. We added an excursion last minute and it was perfect. Whenever we needed anything, Carlos was quick to respond.

What an amazing experience staying at Carlos and Nicole’s beautiful home. From the moment we booked, until arrival, the hosts were so kind and responsive.  The house is right on the sand. There are 3 restaurants next door and a little store 600 feet away. Abby is the nicest house keeper ever and comes daily to tidy up and take out trash. Carlos had a guy for everything- rides, tours, chefs, etc.

We could not have asked for a better host. Carlos was so friendly and super helpful. From planning activities weeks before arrival, planning transportation,  making reservations at the restaurant of our choice,  and arranging a massage therapist to come to the property per our request. The house was very clean, in a safe area with direct access to the beach. If I am ever in the Jaco area again I will be a repeat customer!

We were very comfortable in this house; it has everything you need for cooking, and it is exactly like the photographs. We also loved that it has direct beach access.

Estuvimos muy cómodos en esta casa, tiene todo lo necesario para cocinar y es igual a las fotografías. Además nos encantó que tiene acceso directo a la playa.

We were a group of 4 couples celebrating a birthday.  Casa Mar was absolutely fabulous.  Great communication our hosts in the months before our arrival with helpful tips.  Nicole and Carlos were wonderful hosts helping arrange our horseback ride/waterfall trip and massages at the house.  The beach is directly in front of the beautiful verandah and allows for great surf watching. Open air kitchen was fabulous and the pool was a gathering spot for our group.  Rooms were clean and comfortable and it was a bonus being able to hear the waves at night.  The layout was so good for everyone to have space on their own and roomy enough for our together time.  Several restaurants within walking distance to choose from.  Short drive into Jaco for groceries and shopping.  Carlos was readily available for help and Lovely Abigail provided daily cleaning.  Highly recommend for any group travelling to beautiful Costa Rica!

They how was was gorgeous and we had private beach access. Carlos was super helpful and helping us plan excursions and arranging a taxi for us. Anytime we needed one. We had an amazing stay and would absolutely stay again! 

We hired a chef for the week and it was 100% the best decision. The chef was top-notch and we couldn’t have eaten more delicious meals at any restaurant.

They how was was gorgeous and we had private beach access. Carlos was super helpful and helping us plan excursions and arranging a taxi for us. Anytime we needed one. We had an amazing stay and would absolutely stay again! We hired a chef for the week and it was 100% the best decision. The chef was top-notch and we couldn’t have eaten more delicious meals at any restaurant.

Great location and social area.  Walking distance from the beach for amazing sunset view. We had issues with the fridge and the AC but Carlos took care of both of them on a timely matter.
I would recommend staying here.

Great location and social area. Walking distance from the beach for amazing sunset view. We had issues with the fridge and the AC but Carlos took care of both of them on a timely matter. I would recommend staying here.

We loved staying at Casa Mar! Incredible location and home and really great host. Chef Liza and her team were fantastic - highly recommend!!

Best location in Hermosa, near to everything yet private. The deck area and pool areas are amazing and the host was super helpful. I highly recommend!

Carlos was very helpful, responsive and very friendly. I messaged him several times during our stay and he always responded quickly. He was willing to set up excursions for us but was not pushy. My grandson's comment was "Carlos has a guy for that." The maid was very sweet & friendly & respected our personal space. I highly recommend this place!

Excellent location, excellent facilities, excellent service… We will definitely be back

Excelente ubicación, excelentes instalaciones, excelente servicio… Volveremos sin duda

Great location and perfect for large groups

I can't provide enough positive comments about this house!  It was great for our extended family stay.   Carlos was responsive and helped us book our excursions and answered all of our questions (and we had many!).    The housekeeper was very nice and kept the place spotless.  We booked the personal chef to prepare us 4 meals and I can't begin to say which meal was the best.  They were all delicious.  We all really enjoyed our family time and were all very sad to leave.  Thank you!

Carlos was amazing!!!! He greeted us upon arrival and explained everything we need to know along with supplying us recommendations. He helped coordinate a chef and when the tv was broken upon, he fixed it that same day. Purchased and set up the new tv right then and there. He is so kind, cares deeply about his service, loves Costa Rica, and overall an incredible host. 10/10. You should definitely stay.

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The beach access is unbeatable. The daily maid service was great. The outdoor area near pool was the perfect place to relax. Loved the nearby restaurants too.

Excellent place, spacious, tidy, clean and very close to the beach.

Excelente lugar, amplio, ordenado, limpio y muy cerca de la playa.

This house is on the beach. You walk out your back door and you’re on the water. We found it private. We saw native animals daily. Tucans live in the trees on the property, we saw turtles laying eggs, pigs, chickens, Iguanas, horses on the beach, we even saw 2 whales from the beach behind the house… so much beautiful wildlife and we didn’t have to leave the house. Many surfers come to the beach here too so was fun to watch them catch waves.  We liked the space a lot, every room has its own bathroom. And the host Carlos and Nicole communicate quickly and are very helpful when you have other needs outside the resort. They arranged transportation for us to and from  the airport that was very affordable for our big group. And gave us a bunch of information for other things to do while there and we’re available for any needs we had. I would book this place and use these host again.

The house is spectacular, its concept of independent rooms with their own bathroom, makes it very comfortable for large families. The beds, pillows and clothes were delicious and very clean. The living room is fully integrated with the kitchen, living room and even the pool so that it lends itself to multiple activities all together.  We had a great time and would be happy to come back.   It has little room for improvement because we loved everything.

La casa es espectacular, su concepto de habitaciones independientes con su propio baño, hace que sea muy confortable para familias numerosas. Las camas, almohadas y su ropa eran deliciosas y muy limpias. La sala completamente integrada con cocina,  sala y hasta piscina de modo que se presta para múltiples actividades todos juntos.  La pasamos muy muy bien y volveríamos encantados.   Tiene pocas posibilidades de mejora porque todo nos encantó.

We had a great time at Carlos‘s place! It was right on the beach and it was perfect for our big group as we all had our own individual rooms and bathrooms. We did the private chef that he recommended and it was absolutely delicious so I would highly recommend that!

Thank you so much! We loved having you stay with us! I am so happy you had a wonderful vacation at our villa! Hope you can come back soon!

Beautiful beachfront home in a perfect location with lots of restaurants nearby. The pool was amazing, the kitchen well stocked, and the house spotless. Sonia, the housekeeper, was so kind, and Nicole, the host, went above and beyond helping us coordinate excursions. Could not have had a better time — truly unforgettable stay!

We loved staying at Nicole's place. Her husband Carlos met us when we arrived and explained everything. The rooms were comfy and the kitchen well equipped. Being right on the beach was fantastic. Abigail came every day and was super lovely. We would definitely come again!

Our group of 12 stayed at 7/21/25-7/27/25. Casamar was perfect for our group-we loved the fact that it was a previous motel so there was privacy for everyone with bedrooms/bathrooms, but able to be together in the common areas. The residence has a beautiful ocean view & just steps to the beach. Enjoyed watching the surfers and dipping our feet in in the ocean. Check In & Check Out was a breeze. And the host, Nichole was amazing to work with. She answered all of our questions promptly & gave us suggestions on attractions/things to do. When there were issues, we were helped immediately. Abigail came daily to clean & deliver towels & supplies. She was very friendly & personable. Our drivers Luis & Carlos were also very prompt & friendly. We ate at 3 local eateries very close to Casamar & were able to walk. Please be aware of extra charges on your bill from Bowies next door. The other 2 eateries were great. We had a wonderful stay & though Costa Rica was beautiful! “Pura Vida Costa.

This place is a gem! The location is unbeatable—just a short walk to the beach and close to great local spots. The house itself was spacious, clean, and provided a comfortable home base for our family adventures. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a perfect beach escape.

We had a wonderful stay! Everything was as described. The daily housekeeping service was awesome! Abigail is so friendly! We loved that it was just a short path to the non crowded beach. The waves at this beach are no joke and we enjoyed watching the surfers! Our young girls played about ankle deep but that’s as far as we would let them go out. The restaurants right next door were also amazing. A couple of the things I was concerned about before our stay was the open air living/kitchen/dining and the Bali style villa. But we loved it. The weather was great (only rained at night) and there was not a bug issue. The private bedrooms with AC were great for couples and our adult kids but not as ideal for younger kids but we made it work (dad stayed with one daughter and in one room and I stayed with the other in another room-we just felt more comfortable that way). Carlos & Nicole were super responsive and helpful. Also highly recommend Liza and her chef services! Pura Vida!

The stay was great, Nicol was always there when we needed her and was always willing to help us!

Súper bien la estadía, Nicol siempre estuvo presente cuando la necesitábamos y siempre estuvo dispuesta a ayudarnos!

What more can I say. Everything was perfect.  Would 10/10 recommend for anyone up for an adventure in Costa Rica

The house was very nice. There was ac in all the bedrooms. The chef Liza did an excellent job and the food was delicious.  She worked with us since we had picky eaters and food allergies. The cleaning lady did an excellent job and was very kind. I am afraid I would say or spell her name wrong. Any problems that came up Carlos took care of them right away.

This place was amazing! We have stayed in hermosa many times and love the area. This trip we traveled with 6 couples and a few kids and had plenty of space. The open area common area is big enough for everyone and having the pool was amazing. We truly appreciated the daily maid service and the recommendation for a private chef was incredible. Liza cooked us 5 breakfasts and 3 dinners and all were spectacular, on time, and had plenty of food for everyone (always had leftovers). Not having to waste time grocery shopping or doing dishes was a huge plus! For anyone who may book her just a heads up that the expectation is to pay for groceries after each meal (she provides receipt) and then you’ll pay the service charge at the last meal (it’s very reasonable). It was a little tough for us to communicate so took us some time to put that info together. Figured it’d help someone else! 10000% want to come back and stay here.

We had a group of 13 stay at this beach getaway. It was amazing with easy access to the beach and walking distance to plenty of food.

Nicole's house is AMAZING. We had a family trip and had a blast! The house is equipped with everything you need, rooms are comfortable and you are right in front of the beach. Steps away from delicious restaurants and a supermarket which makes it a convenient stay. Macaws and birds come to the Almendros in front, you can see the waves and surfers in front of you. Bowie's Point is next door with great margaritas and food, go and meet Morita de Pig :) Nicole and Carlos were great hosts, responsive, sweet and helpful making us feel at home. Abigail the cleaning lady was awesome, she even gave us some toys for the kids that they loved! Highly recommended, the best place to stay in Hermosa, we are coming back 100% (hopefully soon).

Amazing space! Came for the surfing and the waves did not disappoint! Private chef cooked an amazing dinner one night. Everyone was wonderful from the host to the house cleaner who came daily. We walked to restaurants and bars. Whole experience was amazing!

We loved our stay at Casamar! We had a group of 12 stay here and we fit comfortably in the space. It is really beautiful. Nicole and Carlos were great hosts, always ready and willing to help out when needed. The home is beautifully decorated and the landscaping is incredible. Not only do you have the ocean as the backyard, but we also saw macaws and monkeys while staying here. It’s very safe and it’s walking distance to a few restaurants and to a mini-grocery store. I highly recommend staying here - the location and the hosts can’t be beat!!

Wonderful stay! Everyone had a private space with a bedroom and bathroom in each. The pool was great and we used it a lot. Sonja came everyday to clean common areas, and did some laundry for us because there was not a washer/dryer.

We loved staying in this place! It was perfect for the whole family. We spent our days between the beach and the pool and it was perfect. Nothing better than having the beach right in front of the house. Also they had cleaning services every day included in the price which was amazing, we didn’t have to be cleaning the sand of the floors and we had new towels every day. We completely loved our stay totally recommend!

Everything was so amazing! Carlos and Nicole were very accommodating and helped us with everything we needed throughout our trip. Abigail was also super great! We loved the area and hope to be back!

The place has an excellent location, super comfortable and quiet. We were able to park 6 vehicles in the parking lot. Definitely would come back

El lugar tiene una excelente ubicación, super cómodo y tranquilo. Pudimos estacionar 6 vehiculos en el parqueo. Definitivamente volveriamos

The best part of our stay was the people. Carlos was awesome, we loved Mario the chef, and our favorite was Abigail who cleaned the house every day. My kids loved practicing Spanish with her, she was so kind to them and went above and beyond. We had 3 families with kids 6-11. Each family had privacy and we were steps away from whatever we needed. Could the towels use an upgrade, sure, but it's so hot and humid that towels are kind of perfunctory anyway-might as well stay wet. I wouldn't have felt comfortable with my kids in this layout a few years ago-you can’t lock kids in their rooms and the pool/beach is right out the bedroom doors. For our purposes it was lovely. One word of caution about the suggested excursions. We chose Arenal Hanging Bridges without any research as to distance (my fault). The volcano is 4+ hours away from the house so we spent 9 hours in the van in one day. Arenal was great, just not a day trip. Manuel Antonio however, was a must see! Overall A+ to Casa Mar!

We loved our vacation in Playa Hermosa. We were three families with children aged 7 to 14. Everyone fell in love with the place! We enjoyed the proximity to the beach and its surfers, the sound of the waves, the pool and the macaws flying over our heads. The place is even more beautiful than the pictures, and the sunsets are simply breathtaking. The residence is clean and well maintained. Abbigail was on site every day to ensure that the common areas were well cleaned. Nicole and Carlos were very responsive to our requests and questions about activities to do nearby. When equipment was defective, it was replaced immediately. The place is quiet and secure, despite the proximity of some restaurants. I would highly recommend this property.

Nous avons adoré nos vacances à Playa Hermosa. Nous étions trois familles avec des enfants âgés de 7 à 14 ans. Tout le monde est tombé sous le charme de l'endroit ! Nous avons apprécié la proximité de la plage et de ses surfeurs, le bruit des vagues, la piscine et les aras qui volaient au-dessus de nos têtes. L'endroit est encore plus beau que sur les photos, et les couchers de soleil sont tout simplement à couper le souffle. La résidence est propre et bien entretenue. Abbigail était sur place tous les jours pour s'assurer que les espaces communs soient bien nettoyés. Nicole et Carlos ont été très réactifs à nos demandes et à nos questions concernant les activités à faire à proximité. Lorsqu'un équipement était défectueux, il était remplacé immédiatement. L'endroit est calme et sécurisé, malgré la proximité de quelques restaurants. Je recommande fortement cette propriété.

Nicole and Carlos were great hosts! The house was beautiful and right on the beach. Check in and out was so simple, we were even met at the house and showed around. They helped us with every aspect of our trip, from places to eat, excursions and general knowledge of everything. There were no questions that we didn’t get the answers to. We even were giving some helpful tips on various things like when we could see the Macaws from our back porch to a trek to an abandoned mansion in the rainforest. We had an amazing time and definitely one we will always remember. Thank you Nicole and Carlos!!!

This Airbnb was lovely. Right on the beach and very accessible to local amenities. The rooms were extremely cleans and the outdoor kitchen  made making meals enjoyable with great visibility to the pool. The  views were incredible and we had a great day watching a surf competition go one just on front of our units. Nicole was very easy to communicate with and gave us many suggestions for things to do and restaurants.  We loved Abigail (the housekeeper) She was so kind, helpful and super sweet. A definite gem to this Airbnb.  Thanks for the great stay!!

Carlos was great and was there to explain everything about the house. Abigail who came everyday about 9am to tidy up was exceptional. The kitchen was a bit rustic and harder to make meals at home from other places we’ve stayed. The beach was the best part of the whole stay. Not crowded, sand was like silk and the water is very warm.

If you are considering booking this place stop considering and book it. Everything was excellent and I literally have no complaints. I cannot recommend this place enough.

The place is very nice, the fact that they are separate cabins gives a lot of privacy.  Beach access is super close. Don Carlos was super friendly, they asked us to turn down the music at 10pm and the first day we didn't pay much attention, it was our mistake! 🫣 But then we followed the rules that he very kindly asked us! I wouldn't hesitate to go back!!

El lugar es muy bonito, el hecho que sean cabinas separadas da mucha privacidad.  El acceso a la playa está super cerca. Don Carlos fue super amable, si nos pidieron bajar la música a las 10pm y el primer día no hicimos tanto caso, fue nuestro error! 🫣 pero ya después acatamos las reglas que muy amablemente él nos pidió! No lo pensaría para volver!!

This is my second time staying at Casamar and I cannot say enough great things about this place. Nicole & Carlos are wonderful hosts! Chef Liza and her team are fabulous and cooked us the most delicious dinners. Abigail is the sweetest and always made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. The highlight of our week was the private boat tour to Tortuga Island that Carlos arranged for us! It is always so hard to leave this place and cannot wait to return in 2026. Thanks again for a great week at Casamar ❤️

This Airbnb was amazing. I stayed for four days and the weather was amazing. The beach waves woke us up every morning. The pool in the middle of the kitchen surrounding the bedrooms was awesome to enjoy during the day with family. We had a chef come and do luncheon dinner for three days. The chef was amazing. It was perfect for all of us to enjoy Nicole and her husband. Carlos are very attentive and responsive and made the overall experience that much better. They have this really nice lady that comes in to clean up do towels and make sure that we don’t need anything. She was also very nice. The whole experience was wonderful and how a vacation should be ..It’s literally a beach house so the kitchen and the living area is outdoors no air conditioning. At first I thought that would be an issue but staying there for the four days ended up being perfect and just what we needed. The weather was great and you have air-conditioning in your rooms overall five star.

An incredible place with a beautiful view! We really enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed our stay.  Our house was always taken care of each day and will truly miss the friendships we made on this trip.  Our housekeeper was a sweetheart and the locals we met made this trip unforgettable.  Until the next time, good bye Costa Rica

The property was exactly as described.  The beach is right outside the backyard and restaurants within walking distance. The staff were friendly and helpful as well. Nicole and her husband Carlos were great hosts, definitely recommend!!!

This was an amazing stay! We had 4 families, with 13 people and still had lots of room to spare. The location is stunning, the outdoor kitchen area and pool are fantastic and the private access to the beach was the best you could ask for. They even had a shower for washing your feet and body after a day at the beach. Carlos (Nicole’s husband) greeted us at arrival, gave multiple local recommendations and oriented us to everything. We loved every moment there and appreciated our time. We were just sad it was only 2 nights! We will definitely come again to stay here in the future. Not one bad thing to say about any of it. Don’t hesitate to book it, you’ll be glad you did!

Villa is just as described.  Great for large families or multiple families going to the beach. We had 15 people there for 2 nights. Pool is nice. Rooms are comfortable. A/C was super cold and the showers were hot. Walk out the back to the beach. Plenty of surfing going on. Macaws flying everywhere. Came with family for a couple of days away from the city. Excellent time was had by all.

We stayed here with our 3 kids and their 3 friends, so total of 8 people. Plenty of room and the surfers in our group had an especially awesome time! The surf spot is directly in front of the house🌊🌊 Probably not a break for beginners but just a short trip to Jaco and plenty of spots for beginners. We had the absolute treat of having Liza cook breakfasts for us each morning and the food was fantastic!! Thank you so much.

We (two families) spent a fantastic week in this beautiful house! The house was just perfect with the outdoor kitchen, the pool and the rooms (each with its own bathroom) that you can all reach by separate entrances! The place directly at hermosa beach is beautiful and very private. It‘s not crowded at all. The ocean is wild, so we always waited to get into the water to play in the waves when it was low tide. For the rest of the time, the pool was perfect! Nicole and Marcos were so helpful and kind. Marcos gave us good recommendations for the area and even came by with some medicine when one of our tripmembers got sick. Marcos helped us connect with Liza, who cooked a traditional dinner at the house, which was so delicious! And he also recommended us surf lessons which were so much fun! Abigael, the cleaning lady, came every day, was very friedly and helped with whatever we needed, such a sweet person! Thanks, Nicole an Marcos, for making this vacation just wonderful for us!

Nicole was very responsive. Daily housekeeping was great however you have to specify what you want done. The bathrooms need maintenance. Very cheap linens. Beautify surroundings. Literally at the beach. Great for adults, not the best for families with young children!

I’m sorry we were not able to discount your rate, but we take a lot of pride in keeping our villa well maintained and beautiful. We have daily housekeeping that keeps the villa tidy, and if anything needs maintenance or upkeep, all you need to do is inform us. We have full time maids and a maintenance man on call. I’m a bit confused by the cheap linen comment since we have 100% cotton sheets and update all of our linens on a regular basis. The villa is a Bali design with the pool in the center; it’s great for families because you can be in the outdoor kitchen preparing something to eat/drink while the kids are in the pool. The families that have come to Casa Mar love this set up.

Always enjoy staying at Casa MIA… really nice and very reasonable for what you get.

Nicole's home is perfect for a large family vacation with seniors and children. It is right in front of the beach but sufficiently distanced. The pool is perfect and is quite close to some restaurants and bars you can go to . We always feel safe even though the beach front is quite open .

La casa de Nicole es perfecta para una vacación de una familia grande con adultos mayores y con niños. Está justo frente a la playa pero suficientemente distanciada. La piscina es perfecta y está bastante cerca de algunos restaurantes y bares a los que se puede ir . Siempre nos sentimos seguros a pesar de que el frente a la playa es bastante abierto .

Nicole and her family provided a great experience and I really enjoyed the stay.

Amazing house, much better than Photos and beach front, appreciate all the help and always try to make our stay amazing. Thank you for everything

Casa mar was the perfect place for our extended family vacation- 4 kids, ages 5-14, parents and grandmother. The layout of the rooms with en suite bathrooms gave everyone privacy and the shared spaces ( pool!!) and kitchen area, along with the beautiful beach front deck, provided super space to hang together. We loved watching the surfers and the sunset each evening. Nicole and Carlos were so welcoming and helpful with recommendations for excursions, markets, etc. we all LOVED zip lining and atv riding at Los suenos adventure park. Surf lessons were a big hit, and we saw monkeys and sloths at Manuel Antonio. We also visited rainmaker, where we enjoyed a gorgeous hike through the forest, along hanging bridges and refreshing dips in cool waterfall pools. You won’t find a better place for a large group - pool, beach, communal area, easy parking .  We all had a fantastic time!

Casamar is in a great location, walking distance to a few local restaurant options and a convenience store. Just a 10 minute drive to Jaco, which is both convenient and provides distance from the hustle and bustle. This is a popular surfing beach - great vibes, and friendly people around. The accomodations were comfortable and clean. The very sweet Abigail comes by every day to keep the place clean. Nicole also hooked us up with a local chef to cook for us a few times - the food was delicious.

Wow! Nicole’s place was PERFECT for our family vacation! The rooms are clean and cool with the wall unit AC at night. They provided a pack n play for us as well plus toys for the kids! You can’t beat the location right on the beach with great bars/restaurants nearby. We spent so much time in the pool as well. Our favorite was Bowie’s point right next door. Nicole helped set up a few excursions for us as well as our private Chef Liza who cooked two dinners and two breakfasts - which we all agreed were some of the best meals of the entire trip! HIGHLY RECOMMEND  getting chef Liza! Nicole was very responsive and her and Abigail - our head cleaner took great care of us. Our group of 12 would stay again!

We had a great time at Nicole and Carlos' home! We had a big family get together in Costa Rica (there were 10 of us), and the house was perfect for our group. The rooms were comfortable, the pool was perfect for kids, and we especially loved falling asleep with the sound of the waves right outside our door. The house is beautiful, has lots of spaces to hang out as a group, or to get some quiet time by yourself. Idea for a family reunion! Nicole helped us setup airport transit, and Carlos gave us super useful recommendations. We also used the chef service and Liza was an amazing cook. Not only was she kind and cheerful, she also helped us out when my father in law had a medical emergency and she took us to the hospital and waited for him to be seen and all. I absolutely recommend Nicole and Carlos' place. It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy, while still having easy access to attractions, restaurants and more. I would certainly stay there again!

We had a great time at this house, totally recommend it. Beautiful house right at Playa Hermosa, beach front and with great restaurants nearby. Nicole and her husband were extremely helpful and very nice with us.

We had the best first Costa Rica experience due to Nicole and Carlos's home. Nicole helped me tremendously with pre-trip planning and Carlos gave us recommendations at check in. There only ended up being 3 of us on this trip but the house was still perfect. It's very private despite being right on a busy beach. We were fortunate enough to have an amazing surf our first morning so we got to see more than normal surfers. One of the concerns was safety. But we had no issues and felt safe to walk the beach by ourselves. Vida Hermosa Bar and Restaurant is excellent place for drinks just steps away. We only had an appetizer but was excellent. We also really loved Cafe Bohio for morning coffee and breakfast. It is walkable but there is not a sidewalk along the highway, just a small unofficial path. We rented a car from San Jose. Driving is a bit nerve racking but doable. Plan on 2 hours to get from San Jose to the house due to traffic, accidents, construction. We plan to come back!

We had a great time at this beach house. The location is hard to beat - just steps away from the beach and with several restaurants next door. We also were able to do a few great activities in the surrounding area (swimming in waterfalls, a butterfly garden). Carlos (Nicole's husband) was super responsive and friendly. He gave us tips on what to do and left out some of the sand toys and boogie boards for us when he realized we were traveling with children. When we had any concerns (e.g., we couldn't turn on the gas grill) he immediately either came himself or sent someone over to help. The kitchen is entirely outdoors and has a view of the beach. The rooms are arranged with beach view or pool view and all have their en-suite bathroom. They are also air-conditioned, which made for good nights of sleep. Highly recommend the place and would come again!

Nice place. On the beach. But on a very busy spot with a public beach access road. Lots of cars and traffic right there. It's a very popular surf spot for the area. The spot if not swimmable for kids as riptide is very strong. Good experience but place was a little rustic in kitchen amenities. For the price I would expect a little nicer bed linens, pillows and there was no soap for showers so we bought our own. The house is well Maintained daily by a housekeeper and is very clean and kept up.

Eduardo was super Nice, perfect surfer spot. the who house was extremely clean!

Our group of families (6 adults/6 kids) had an amazing time at Nicole and Carlos' beautiful house. Picturesque setting, easy access to the beach and local shops/restaurants and wonderful accommodations. Carlos was extremely helpful in making recommendations for local hikes and day trips and made us feel right at home from the minute we got there. Pro tip: If you're planning on cooking meals yourself you will need to bring all of the essentials for meal prep as the kitchen does not include any of the basic staples. Not a huge deal and we managed this fine. Carlos also connected us with a local chef who came in and prepared a few nice meals for us at a reasonable rate. I would definitely recommend this place for your vacation!

My stay on Playa Hermosa was extraordinary! We rented this stay for a birthday celebration and it had plenty of room for everyone and was still able to feel cozy and connected. The outdoor living areas were an excellent touch to help add to feeling connect to the Costa Rican atmosphere!

Perfect location in Playa Hermosa. Beautiful home with plenty of room for our group of 8.  Several restaurants to walk to for all meals. And Jaco just a short drive away. Hope this home is available for our next visit!

Everything was just as described and Nicole & Carlos could not have been kinder, more helpful hosts! They answered al of our questions and helped us book a few tours. Chef Eric came to the house a few times and we enjoyed everything he made for us. Thank you again for letting our group stay in your home!

Wish we could have stayed longer at Casa Mia! We are a family of 7 and the kids loved walking the beach at low tide and finding beautiful rocks. A pair of scarlet macaws entertained us in the afternoon from the deck. The lounge chairs were the perfect spot to watch the waves in the morning with coffee. we even rented a board in Jaco and tried to surf though the waves were for more advanced surfers than us ;) Rooms all had great A/C units and nice showers. You could hear some of traffic and the restaurant next door but only until 9 or so. The restaurants close earlier here than in Jaco. We all slept really well! Chef Erick cooked a delicious Costa Rican meal of mahi with passion fruit sauce, and a breakfast of eggs, rice and beans, fresh tortillas and a beautiful platter of fruit and fresh juices. Carlos even recommended an animal Refugio to take the kids when we got back to San Jose before our flight!

Nicole and Carlos went above and beyond hosting duties.  Our flight was delayed and we got to the house really late but was still warmly greeted by Carlos.  They provided plenty of useful information before and during our stay.  I hope one day to come back to this absolute paradise of a place.  Kids big and small and parents had plenty to do as well as many walkable restaurants.  We made memories to last a lifetime.

Staying at Casa Mia was a dream! We came with the whole family and the accommodations fit us so great! The pool was a lifesaver because the ocean water is rough in Jaco and the sand is hot! Nicole booked chef Erick for us one night and the meal for our family of 10 was SO GOOD! He was such a nice guy and super affordable! Highly recommend! Nicole was out of the country but was super responsive and the maids Sonia and Abigail were so helpful!

We couldn't have asked for more with our stay at Casa Mia.  First of all, Nicole and Carlos were amazing - responsive, helpful, and patient.  They helped us set up tours before we arrived, including transportation.  While we were there, they were so helpful.  You will not find better hosts.  The setup of the home was perfect for our group.  There was privacy, a full bath, and air conditioning in each bedroom - paired with plenty of common outside space to be together.  Daily housekeeping was amazing - an incredible perk that we have not seen at other rental properties.  The location was amazing - Playa Hermosa has the best vibe.  We felt very safe letting our teenagers walk to restaurants by themselves, or down the way to get a smoothie.  Speaking of restaurants - the empanada place is not to be missed!  Nicole organized for Chef Erick to cook a few breakfasts and dinners for us.  Such a treat!  We will never forget our time at Casa Mia.  There is a reason it is a 5 star property!

Nicole was great. Our flight was canceled so we had to scramble a bit to get there. Nicole took the stress out of it. Great recommendations from the private chefs to an excellent in house masseuse. The transportation companies could not have been better. The traffic noise was loud at times but out of their control.

Beautiful, clean home in beautiful scenery on the beach. Carlos and Nicole are incredibly responsive and helpful hosts. The home definitely ideal for multiple families, a little segregated (lots nice private rooms) for families with younger kids. The pool was clean and just what we wanted each day in the warm afternoons. Nice cool A/C in every room. Beautiful back deck to hear ocean and watch sunset. Some truck, rooster noise, and right next door to fun bar restaurant that hosted a DJ and surf party, ( no fault of hosts- just an honest FYI if you’re a light sleeper) the chef cooking experience was a lovely addition. Thanks Nicole and Carlos for helping us create an incredible family memory!❤️

Great stay! The house is even more beautiful than in the photos!! Impeccable 👌

Super séjour ! La maison est encore plus belle que sur les photos !! Impeccable 👌

Wonderful place!  Carlos and Nicole were amazing hosts and the place was beautiful!  They set up transportation and excursions and the chef for us!  The beach is amazing to walk and loved watching the surfers.  Very local feel!  We definitely will be back!  Thanks for a fantastic week!

Thank you Carlos and Nicole for an incredible stay. Casamar is a very special place. We enjoyed the beach, the locals, and the bars nextdoor were great. We especially enjoyed Chef Liza and her staff, every meal was excellent! We will be back very soon. Thanks again!

We loved casa mia! we booked this house and their other property next door (casa mar) for our wedding and it was absolutely perfect! nicole and carlos were amazing hosts and we were super sad to leave! gorgeous house, awesome views, wonderful amenities! 100% recommend!

Thanks for everything Carlos, we had a dreamy stay. Our group was composed of three families with one child, one couple and one friend, and we were super comfortable. We recommend the cooking service which helped us enjoy every second of our stay. This place is the dream. We will be there, every year, over and over

Casa Mar was the perfect location for 3 generations of my family to have an amazing vacation. The house is clean, well equipped and has the most amazing deck overlooking the gardens and beach! Great restaurants in walking distance if you don’t want to cook. Jaco is just a few minutes car ride. Pool is fantastic as the ocean currents did not allow swimming, but you will enjoy watching the expert surfers! Nicole set up transportation from the airport for us as well as several excursions. I highly suggest you use her recommendations! From a driver, guides, Chef Erick (Amazing food and you will have leftovers AND want him to come another day) and housekeeper Sonia, everyone was so friendly and helpful! Stay at Casa Mar and fall in love with Costa Rica!

We love Costa Rica. Loved staying at Nicole and Carlo's beach house with our family. There was 8 of us. Loved the pool and being able to surf right out front. Love Roger and his Bowie Point restaurant next door. Carlos helped us with getting a monkey tour super fun. Just wish we could have stayed longer. We will be back.

AMAZING STAY!! First, Nicole and Carlos are the most phenomenal hosts I’ve ever had for an AirBnB stay. Nicole helped me plan our travel and answer the numerous questions I had for our group. Carlos was so helpful during our stay if/when we needed help with transportation or anything on site. The villa is even more beautiful than the pictures and our group had such a wonderful time!! Great location as well! Steps to the beach, restaurants, and bars!

What a lovely relaxing charming place to stay for a family gathering. We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary here with our children & grandchildren & it was perfect: each room had its own bathroom, the pool was a HUGE hit with the children, daily walks to the beach were wonderful, the chef Liza prepared three amazing dinners for us, the drivers on our tours were great!  And Nicole was so prompt & helpful with answers to my many questions before our trip! Three very close restaurants, a nearby 7-11 type store to buy essentials, & great super hosts!

Nice place right on the beach , Vida restaurant right next door that opens as early as 7 am.

Great place with each room being a private room. It's right next to Bowie and the beach.

We loved our stay! The rental is exactly as described. Such great hosts who were always available to assist and help make arrangements for rides or activities. It was great being able to walk to a small market and different restaurants. The beach, the pool, and the rental were perfect for our group.

Very nice place! It was close to the beach, it makes it special! I would come back again

Muy lindo el lugar! La cercanía a la playa lo hace especial! Volvería de nuevo

Beautiful location, beautiful home. The resident Macaws were a bonus to the experience and Carlos was extremely communicative at all times. Thank you!!!

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