New tropical modern residence. Clean, stylish, concrete floors, open concept, folding glass walls to private pool. Casa Mariposa, or "Butterfly House", is named after its distinct mid-century modern roof design. 3 rooms + 3 king beds, 3.5 bathrooms, work desk, island kitchen, strong wifi, new appliances and chefs kitchen, outdoor bbq. Four bikes included. Covered parking for one car. Short stroll to town and beach. Private and quiet. One of the nicest, newest accommodations in Samara! The space Mariposa is a well-laid out mid-century modern style bungalow with an open concept kitchen, living and dining area with a retractable glass wall flowing into the private yard and pool. Great for families, entertaining and indoor-outdoor living. Guest access On site parking for your rental car; easy walk or bike to town and the beach. Other things to note Mariposa is a stylish, well designed house providing all of the comforts you would expect in your own home. Mariposa has a four-seater family-friendly golf cart available for guests to rent - please inquire and book in advance as it is subject to availability. Mariposa has security cameras on the front and back exterior doors.

## The Space

Casa Mariposa, also known as the "Butterfly House," is a modern tropical residence featuring a distinctive mid-century modern roof design. The home offers a clean and stylish interior with concrete floors and an open-concept layout. Folding glass walls open to reveal a private pool, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.

This bungalow includes three bedrooms, each furnished with king-sized beds, and three and a half bathrooms. The space is ideal for families and entertaining, with a work desk, an island kitchen equipped with new appliances, and a chef’s kitchen. The outdoor area features a barbecue for additional dining options.

## Amenities

- Strong Wi-Fi connection  
- Four bicycles included for guest use  
- Covered parking space for one vehicle  
- Family-friendly golf cart available for rent (four-seater; advance booking required)  
- Security cameras installed at the front and back exterior doors  

## Location

Casa Mariposa is situated within a short walking distance to both the town center and the beach. The property offers a private and quiet setting while remaining conveniently close to local attractions.

## Guest Access

Guests have access to on-site parking for their rental car. The location also allows for easy walking or biking to town and the beach.

Clean, stylish, concrete floors, open concept, folding glass walls to private pool. Casa Mariposa, or "Butterfly Hou...

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Tropical Residence w/ Private Pool - Costa Rica

This place is better than the pictures. The local manager Jacquie is super friendly and helpful, she made the experience amazing. The main living room is bigger than expected. The pool area is great! There's an outdoor shower and a bathroom right by the pool. There is a thick wall of palm trees and plants  separating you from the neighbors. There's AC in every room - the living room can get sliiiiightly warm during a heat wave, but the bedrooms are ice cold.  There's no dishwasher in the kitchen so be careful if you're staying a long time. The neighbors were super quiet. You're a two block bicycle ride from the commercial area of Samara. This house is awesome.

Great place to stay, even bigger than you can imagine from looking at the pictures. The kids loved the pool, which was shaded in the afternoon. The hosts were proactive, and the beds were very comfortable.

Superbe logement encore plus grand que ce qu'on peut imaginer en regardant les photos. Les enfants ont adoré la piscine qui était à l'ombre l'après-midi. Les hôtes ont été proactifs et les lits étaient très confortables.

We loved our stay! Perfect location close to town, but far enough away that it was nice and quiet. The bikes they provided may getting into town so easy and enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again!

We had a great stay at Casa Mariposa! Jacquie was so helpful and a wonderful communicator both before and during our trip. She even stopped by to say hello after we arrived and settled in. Our family of four, plus my sister and niece really enjoyed the house, pool and local recommendations. We rented a golf cart, so getting around was easy, but the house was also walkable to town, the beach, etc. We used a bike or two occasionally, so those were nice to have as well! We’d stay again without hesitation and had the best time in Samara! Thanks Jacquie and team!

We loved our stay in Samara, it’s a lovely little town with a great beach. The house is really spacious, clean and we were welcomed by Jackie who was very helpful and accommodating. There is an abandoned construction build across the street which we found a little unappealing when we first came up, but the yard and pool faces the other direction and it turned out to not be an issue at all. Otherwise the house is as advertised, very private, the only encounters we had were with iquanas and coatis. It’s a short drive to town and the beach, but would be a bit of a trek to walk it.

Thank you very much for everything! It was a wonderful stay in Samara!

Muchas gracias por todo! Ha sido una estancia maravillosa en Samara!

It exceeded our expectations, more spacious than in the photos and beautiful. We were with our pets and the space was very comfortable for being with them. We also had privacy, and the area is quiet and pleasant. I would recommend it 100%. The service was excellent, and the property really has many amenities. The kitchen has everything you might need, as do the cleaning and the bathrooms.

Superó nuestras expectativas, más espacioso de lo que se en fotos y precioso. Estuvimos con nuestras mascotas y fue muy cómodo el espacio para estar con ellos, también tuvimos privacidad y la zona es silenciosa y agradable. Lo recomendaría al 100%, la atención fue excelente y realmente la propiedad tiene muchas comodidades, la cocina tiene todo lo que se pueda necesitar, así cómo limpieza y baños.

This stay was amazing! First time in Costa Rica and we had the best time. Walkable to town, very spacious & our host was great!

Wonderful, spacious, modern home in great location. We would stay there again.

Great spot with your own little oasis by the pool! Easy walk to town and the main samara beach . . . would stay there again, no problem!

Our family loved our time in Samara and wish we stayed longer. This home had it all and we really enjoyed our stay. Jacquie was excellent at communicating---providing recommendations and staying in touch so we had what we needed for a successful check-in and stay. The property was exactly what we needed as a young family. We especially loved the private pool, the access to rent the golf cart, and the nearby MONKEYS. We would definitely come back to Samara and stay here again.

We loved our stay at Casa Mariposa. Villa was clean and spacious. Air conditioning everywhere! The pool was clean and refreshing. There was shade and fans, which makes the hot season more comfortable if you want to be outside. Jacquie was available to answer our questions and meet our needs. Everything went smoothly and easily because the instructions were clear and appropriate. The restaurants and the beach were within walking distance of the villa, which made the stay even more enjoyable. The city is full of small restaurants, and people are friendly! It was amazing! We highly recommend the villa and the city of Samara! A perfect trip!

Nous avons adoré notre séjour à la Casa Mariposa. La villa était propre et spacieuse. Air climatisé partout! La piscine était propre et rafraîchissante. Il y avait de l’ombre et des ventilateurs ce qui rend la saison chaude plus confortable si on veut être a l’extérieur. Jacquie était disponible pour répondre à nos questions et nos besoins. Le tout s’est déroulé simplement et facilement car les instructions étaient claires et appropriées. Les restaurants et la plage étaient à une distance de marche de la villa ce qui rend le séjour encore plus plaisant. La ville regorge de petits restaurants, les gens sont souriants! C’était wow! Nous recommandons fortement la villa et la ville de Samara ! Un voyage parfait!

Our second time here, amazing place with a fantastic pool area. Hosts are very responsive and ensured an excellent experience, again!

Loved the house! Was easy to bike or golf cart into town or to the beaches. Lots of good places to eat and multiple super markets to choose from. Would definitely stay again!

Just a lovely stay. Beautiful pool to end our days at the beach. A golf cart for getting around. The property is well equipped for cooking. Samara is a safe and quiet place.

Juste un beau séjour. Belle piscine pour finir nos journée à la plage. Un cart de golf pour les deplacements. La propriété est bien équipé pour cuisiner. Samara est un endroit sécuritaire et tranquille.

We had a wonderful stay in Samara. Casa Mariposa was beautifully designed, spacious and bright. Everything we needed for a comfortable visit. The pool was a highlight and having bikes available made it easy and fun to get around to the town or beach. Everything felt thoughtful and well equipped and the overall vibe was relaxed and welcoming. Jacquie our  Co-host was very accommodating and reacted very quickly to any questions we had. We can highly recommend it !

We had a fantastic time! Check-in was easy with great directions. Quiet area close to town, grocery, beach. Spacious accommodations with private pool. thank you and we look forward to visiting again. pura vida

My family and I enjoyed our stay at Casa Mariposa very much. We enjoyed the outdoor space. Jacquie was super proactive with directions, grocery store recommendations, restaurants, tours, etc. We'll definitely come back.

Ma famille et moi-même avons très apprécié notre séjour à la casa Mariposa. Nous avons apprécié l’espace extérieur. Jacquie a été super proactive avec les indications, les recommandations d’épiceries, restaurants, tours, etc. Nous y reviendrons certainement.

grateful house, well maintained the local co host Jacquie was amazing setting up local attractions and super responsive to any request

We loved this house! It was perfect and way bigger than we expected! It was a short walk to town, the bikes were great when picking up groceries since they have a basket on the front! We saw monkeys in the trees next door and would hear them most evenings. Jacquie was great! She met us at the house to make sure our check-in was smooth and gave us a tour of the house and offered to help us book any excursions and gave us some recommendations for local restaurants. We would highly recommend this property and hope to visit again!

We loved Casa Mariposa! Clean, comfortable, spacious, beautiful terrace, well-maintained and pleasant pool, AC everywhere. Perfect and helpful restaurant recommendations and instructions. Nice hosting and communication with Jacquie and Lucia A1. We would highly recommend this place!

Nous avons adoré Casa Mariposa! Propre, confortable, spacieux, belle terrasse, piscine bien entretenue et agréable, AC partout. Les recommandations de restaurants et instructions parfaites et utiles. Bel accueil et la communication avec Jacquie et Lucia A1. Nous recommandons fortement cet endroit!

The house is beautiful and very spacious. Huge central room. Very clean and very well-equipped. Jacquie is very friendly, welcoming and gave us plenty of useful information about the area. And I recommend a day at the wild and beautiful beach of Barrigona.

La maison est magnifique et très spacieuse. Immense pièce centrale. Très propre et très bien équipée. Jacquie est très sympathique, accueillante et nous a donné plein d’infos utiles sur la région. Et je recommande une journée à la plage sauvage et magnifique de Barrigona.

Actually, a great house. The floor plan was great for us as a family. The house is lovely decorated. The pool was great. The location in the village was also good and communication with Jacquie really excellent. Unfortunately, it must also be said that the house is not super well maintained. The bikes are completely rusty, the kitchen, chairs and handles need urgent repair. There was hair in the shower, we had to wash the dishes again before use and overall it was dusty. Overall, we felt comfortable, found the value for money appropriate and would still recommend the house. With a little more love, it would be an excellent house.

Eigentlich ein tolles Haus. Der Grundriss war für uns als Familie toll. Das Haus ist schön eingerichtet. Der Pool war super. Die Lage im Ort war auch gut und die Kommunikation mit Jacquie wirklich ausgezeichnet. Es muss aber leider auch gesagt werden, dass das Haus nicht super gut gepflegt ist. Die Fahrräder sind völlig verrostet, die Küche, Stühle und Klinken müssten dringend repariert werden. In der Dusche waren Haare, das Geschirr mussten wir vor der Nutzung noch einmal abwaschen und insgesamt war es staubig. Insgesamt haben wir uns trotzdem wohl gefühlt, fanden das Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis angemessen und würden das Haus dennoch empfehlen. Mit ein bisschen mehr Liebe wäre es ein exzellentes Haus.

Can’t say enough good things about the House Manager, Jacquie. She made sure everything was impeccable.

Very last minute booking due to a change in travel plans and really glad we found this place. Great location with secluded garden and pool. Able to walk to local shops, restaurants and the beach and use of the bikes was a bonus in the heat. Comfy beds and plenty of towels. Well equipped kitchen. Thank you to Jacqueline for her prompt responsive communication and help with transfers. Would recommend staying here.

The house was immaculate and exactly as pictured in the listing. Nathan confirmed quickly and Jacquie, who manages the property locally, was responsive and incredibly helpful from the start. Easy to use smart tv and comfortable couch were great to have on the rainy nights. The bedrooms were roomy, the bathrooms were spotless and stocked with everything we needed. The pool and grill were used almost daily - perfect end to days exploring the area. Jacquie’s recommendations for restaurants and horseback riding were spot on. Thank you Nathan and Jacquie for a great stay. ¡Nos vemos!

We felt very comfortable at Casa Mariposa. The property is quietly located, the pool is great – ideal for families. The beds are comfortable and there are plenty of towels. Jacquie welcomed us warmly, explained everything and was incredibly helpful and always available throughout our stay. We also often used the bicycles (four pieces) to get to the village – a great extra! What we missed was an interim cleaning for a seven-night stay – especially to dispose of the garbage. The kitchen could also use a little update: Some appliances were not quite clean or quite old. The water pressure in the kitchen was also very weak. Despite minor defects, we can absolutely recommend Casa Mariposa. We had a wonderful time and would come back any time!

Wir haben uns in der Casa Mariposa sehr wohlgefühlt. Die Unterkunft ist ruhig gelegen, der Pool ist grossartig – ideal für Familien. Die Betten sind bequem und es gibt viele Handtücher. Jacquie hat uns herzlich empfangen, alles erklärt und war während unseres gesamten Aufenthalts unglaublich hilfsbereit und immer erreichbar. Auch die Fahrräder (vier Stück) haben wir oft genutzt, um ins Dorf zu fahren – ein tolles Extra! Was uns gefehlt hat, war eine Zwischenreinigung bei einem Aufenthalt von sieben Nächten – besonders zur Entsorgung des Mülls. Auch die Küche könnte ein kleines Update vertragen: Einige Geräte waren nicht ganz sauber oder schon recht alt. Der Wasserdruck in der Küche war zudem sehr schwach. Trotz kleinerer Mängel können wir die Casa Mariposa absolut empfehlen. Wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit und würden jederzeit wiederkommen!

We had a fantastic and relaxing time in Samara. The house is very comfortable, with the best beds of our Costa Rica trip. The kitchen was well equipped, and everything was as described. The pool, while small, entertained the kids after a half day at the beach. Two things to note if you're going to book. 1) You may think it is walkable to Samara, and technically it is, but in the heat of the day it is not. 2) The public utility infrastructure of Samara is under strain, so expect blackouts and at certain times of the day a dribble of water pressure. This is a Costa Rica thing, not a house thing. We had a fantastic time.

The place was great for a stop in Samara. It was walkable to the town and beach. The place also had bikes which was very convenient. The pool was fantastic to cool off in lots of space and very modern field to the place. It was well stocked and had everything we needed. I would definitely stay here again.

We had an excellent two weeks here with our young family. Nathan and Jacquie were excellent/responsive hosts. Pool and backyard area  combined with adjacent trees and nature were a definite highlight. Great place!

Great place to stay in Samara.  Loved the patio and pool. Nathan and Jacquie were super helpful and responsive.

Very well arranged and well-equipped accommodation (only one dishwasher would be missing). Perfect communication and responsiveness with Nathan and Jacquie who guided us perfectly on restaurants and best spots for the stay;) Great location on Samara, the house overlooks the pool and a green space, check-in is from the back on a subdivision with buildings in progress a little on top of each other but without creating the comfort of the house. Thanks again, Pura vida

Logement très bien agencé et bien équipé( il manquerait seulement une machine à laver la vaisselle ). Communication et réactivité parfaite avec Nathan et Jacquie qui nous a parfaitement orienté sur les restaurants et meilleurs spots pour le séjour ;) Emplacement super sur Samara, la maison donne sur la piscine et un espace de verdure, l’arrivée se fait par l’arrière sur un lotissement avec des constructions en cours un peu les uns sur les autres mais sans géné le confort de la maison. Merci encore, Pura vida

Positive: cute, clean, spacious, ventilated, ideal for resting. Jacquie la afitriona responds very quickly. The negative: There are constant outages at all times that cut the internet, I don't recommend it if you use it as a remote work stay. It has electrical problems, for example if the microwave oven is used the kitchen lights off, or if you use the shower the TV is turned off. In the neighborhood where the house is located, in the streets there is a liquid that smells very bad, it is not nice to go out to walk around the house because of the smell, but we do not know that it was the liquid. Of the 3 showers there, only 1 was in good order. We report it, the next day they repaired. The kitchen is semi equipped, things that were in poor condition like the knives, the pans did not have tapas. In the listing of the house it is stated that the bathrooms have toiletries, but that was not the case. Jacquie the host does not speak Spanish, then it is important to consider it at the time of communication

Lo positivo: linda, limpia, espaciosa, ventilada, ideal para descansar. Jacquie la afitriona contesta muy rápido. Lo negativo: Hay cortes de luz constantes a toda hora que cortan el internet, no la recomiendo si la usas como estadía para teletrabajar. Tiene problemas eléctricos, por ejemplo si se usa el horno microondas se apagan las luces de la cocina, o si usas la ducha se apaga el TV. En el barrio donde esta ubicada la casa, en las calles hay un liquido que huele muy mal, no es agradable salir a caminar alrededor de la casa por el olor, pero desconocemos que es era el líquido. De las 3 duchas que hay, solo 1 estaba en buen estado. Lo reportamos, al dia siguiente repararon. La cocina esta semi equipada, cosas que estaban en mal estado como los cuchillos, los sartenes no tenían tapas. En el anuncio de la casa se indica que los baños tienen artículos de aseo personal, pero no fue así. Jacquie la anfitriona no habla español, entonces es importante considerarlo al momento de comunicars

Very convenient location and well laid out house.  Short walk to beach/town.   Jackie was incredibly proactive and helpful with setting up ATV/golf cart rental (recommended) and suggestions for restaurants and activities.   Comfortable house with all of the stuff you need.

Great location with an excellent host, Jacquie! She was very responsive and had good recommendations. The pool was really nice during the hot days and the home was very spacious. There is a safe available to use and cameras in the front and back entrances if you are worried about safety. Don’t forget to pack shampoo, conditioner and body wash!

This house is awesome! Even bigger and better than the pictures. The pool felt super private and the beds were comfy. The walk to town was easy and we felt very safe.

We loved our experience! The square is really beautiful and close to the grocery store and several good restaurants. The host was super responsive and helped us find a rental vehicle and a shuttle for the return. I highly recommend this villa.

Nous avons adorer notre expérience! La place est vraiment magnifique et à proximité de l’épicerie et de plusieurs bon restaurant. L’hôte était super réactif et nous a aider à trouver un véhicule locatif et un shuttle pour le retour. Je recommande fortement cette villa.

Our trip to Costa Rica was unexpectedly cancelled last minute due to the airport closure so unfortunately we didn’t make it to stay at Nathan’s. However, I can say that dealing with Nathan & Jacquie was excellent. They were both so helpful and informative while we were planning our stay and so understanding when our trip got cancelled. Nathan gave us a full refund. We definitely plan on rescheduling our trip and will be staying at Nathan’s!

This place is an absolute gem and even better in person. It’s walking distance to everywhere in town and tucked away from the noise of the Main Street. Very clean and spacious for a family of 4.

Was 12/10. Better than expected. My family loved the pool and walking to the down town for the beach and restaurants. Some construction near the house made the area a little odd to walk through but that was by no means a problem. We definitely go back and very much recommend.

We had a great experience at Nathan’s place Casa Mariposa. Jacquie was very friendly and accommodating to help us settle in. We had a personal chef come there to the wonderful kitchen!  We were very comfortable and it was a great location out of the way but close to the town. We had great weather in October! We would love to come back!

We were there with the family and enjoyed it extremely.

Wir waren mit der Familie dort und haben es extrem genossen.

We were a group of four (one couple, one brother and sister) celebrating milestone birthdays. Casa Mariposa was the perfect spot for us. Plenty of space (including a great, quiet outdoor patio beside the private pool), close to the beach (5 minutes on the golf cart, 15 walking), lots of great restaurants, surfing, nice beach with another beach an easy ATV ride from Mariposa. Samara is a great vacation village in Costa Rica. Jacquie, the house manager, was amazing. Truly knowledgeable about Samara, her adopted home, and very helpful with helping to arrange activities. She and her husband, Jeff, took us on an ATV ride into the mountains. Above and beyond. Thanks so much!

This was a great Airbnb. Nathan was always quick to respond to any questions I had prior to our arrival. Once in Costa Rica we dealt with Jacquie, the property manager, who was amazing! She was always quick to respond to all of our questions and needs and recommended great activities and restaurants. I would highly recommend this Airbnb and will rebook if I go back.

Great layout and space for a family vacation.  House was very clean and had all the supplies we needed.  We really enjoyed the outdoor space and pool.  It was a 10-15 minute walk to the beach through town.  Neighborhood is in development although home across the street seems to be stopped mid construction.  Area felt safe.

Casa Mariposa was awesome for our family of 4. Super comfortable space with plenty of room to spread out. There's AC in all the bedrooms and also in the living space which kept nice and cool. Fast wifi allowed me to work and have zoom calls without any issues. Our kids loved hanging out in the pool. The location is tucked away in the quieter part of Samara. It's about a 15-20 minute walk to the main street where all the restaurants and shops are. We had a car, so it was no issue to get back and forth. If you don't have a car, I'd recommend renting a golf cart to get around. I'd definitely stay there again.

This was a lovely home with spacious rooms, open floor plan and a wonderful private pool that was always a joy to come home to after the beach...to cool off. It was the perfect family vacation home for grandparents, parents and grandkids to share as we all had our own private space. The pool was great for a 4 and 6 year old who enjoyed the water and the beach nearby. We were glad to rent the golf cart for trips to the beach even though we could have walked it just made it easier. The hostess at the house made sure to give us all the local insights we needed and was always very responsive to our questions and needs. We really enjoyed the house but the neighborhood was still in development as are many areas in small town Costa Rica. We felt safe and secure at this location and had a good vacation here in Samara.

I loved the house, very spacious cute and cozy. My family had a great time.

Me encantó la casa, muy espaciosa linda y acogedora. Mi familia la pasó muy bien.

We loved our stay at Casa Mariposa. The space was just right for our family of four. I appreciated the walk to and from the beach each day. The house is far enough away from the beach to be peaceful and quiet. My kids enjoyed looking for monkeys, basilisks, and crabs along the bridge. The space is just as described. Jacquie is responsive and provided many recommendations for restaurants. The internet is reliable and fast. Two of the rooms receive early morning daylight which led to early morning wake ups for my five year old. The kitchen is well stocked with everything we needed. The back patio is beautiful and private. It is a lovely home and we are grateful for our stay.

Casa Mariposa has everything we desired and more. Jacquie the house manager, was amazing making sure we were settled with everything we needed. Bikes and a golf cart are available, definitely an asset having both onsite without having to rent in Samara. The community is welcoming and tranquil. We will return.

Great stay! Place was awesome for 6 of us with 2 kids.

Super comfortable, spacious has everything you need,  I would go back to that place

Súper cómodo, amplio tiene todo lo necesario,  volvería a ese lugar

Overall enjoyable stay. Hard to get taxies because they have a hard time understanding where location is. The neighborhood is being built up so understandable. We managed to make it work. The pool was beautiful. House gecko noises added character lol.

Beautiful , cozy and spacious home walking distance to heaven (Amazing beach) , cannot wait to return !

This place was awesome. The place felt super spacious, clean and still cozy. The living area was so nice having it be open to the kitchen with the big windows out to the patio and pool. The kitchen was very well stocked with cookware, Tupperware and spices. Jacquie (the property manager) was super nice, communicative and helpful. We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more. The house also has a water filter for the whole place. We drank the water and were totally fine. Such a bonus. It also tasted just fine compared to the regular city water.

Bright, clean wonderful space. We really enjoyed the outdoor/ indoor space combined with the beautiful Costa Rica weather. We travelled with a young family so the golf cart was very helpful getting back and forth to the beach. Our Host met us when we arrived in town and always was very helpful during our stay. Thanks again to both Jacquie and Nathan. We would love to return again.

Loved this place! House looked more spacious than in the pictures, kitchen had everything we needed and more. Also, loved that the property had bikes, it was so convenient to go buy groceries, to the beach and to local restaurants. Really want to make a shout out to property manager Jacquie, she was amazing! She gave so many tips about surrounding areas, spots of interest that we could have never would be able to discover ourselves. She would respond within minutes if we had a question or needed help with anything.

Nathan’s place is clean, modern and well appointed with a great little pool and backyard space for cooling off and relaxing. The property is managed by Jacquie who was extremely helpful and super responsive when we ran into difficulties (including needing an emergency doctor’s visit) and recommending activities and excursions.

Casa Mariposa is a welcoming house with a great pool!  We walked to town for dinner and rode the bikes provided to the farmers market.  King size beds in every room is a bonus!

would definitely stay here again. everything was Top Notch

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Mariposa. The house was exactly as pictured - bright, modern and equipped with everything we needed. The outdoor living space was fabulous, with a broad terrace, a cantilevered roof with fans to provide shade, and a beautiful pool with a wide entry ledge that is perfect for little kids. But the thing that stood out the most about our stay was the communication with our hosts. I have never stayed at an AirBnb where the property manager was more responsive. Jacquie welcomed us to the property in person, answered all of our queries quickly, and even connected us with a local chef to cook a couple of meals for us. She was truly exceptional.

Fabulous house…. Private, comfortable and spacious. I would HIGHLY recommend this home and the property managers were so kind and knowledgeable! Phenomenal trip.

The house is very comfortable and nicely decorated. We loved the concrete construction, so easy to keep it clean and surprisingly cozy. The gardens are nice established compared to other new rentals and you're close to the river and forest, which gives the opportunity to have monkeys in the trees above. The location is great, you're a short walk or golf cart ride away from restaurants, groceries, the beach, etc. yet far enough away that its quiet and peaceful. Pretty much ideal. Jacquie, the property manager, is great and highly responsive. Samara is a really nice community, big enough to have all the necessities but small enough that its not too congested. We did lose water and water pressure for a bit, but this is relatively common in Costa Rica I believe. We would love to return!

House was clean and the backyard was amazing. Samara was a little crowed for my liking and the beaches were not the best, however I think the house was a jewel in the city.

We cannot wait to come back and stay again! The property was extremely clean, the location was amazing, the pool was amazing and easy to watch the kids while we made food in the kitchen. The decor was very stylish and clean looking. Our hosts were quick to respond and really helpful!

Wonderful place. Great for the family and lots to do ! Would go back again for sure !

By far one of the best Airbnb experiences we've had. The property manager was very nice, she was always available from arrival to departure and gave us many tips and also organized a tour. A hairdresser from your recommendation also came to us. We had a wonderful time with our kids. The house has delighted us with its amenities and design and is in reality even better than in the photos. We loved it and can recommend it!

Mit Abstand einer der besten Airbnb Erfahrungen die wir gemacht haben. Die Hausverwalterin war sehr nett, sie war von Ankunft bis zur Abreise immer erreichbar und hat uns viele Tipps gegeben und auch eine Tour organisiert. Auch einen Friseur aus Ihrer Empfehlung kam zu uns. Wir hatten eine wunderschöne Zeit mit unseren Kindern. Das Haus hat uns mit seiner Ausstattung und Design begeistert und ist in Wirklichkeit sogar besser als auf den Fotos. Wir haben es geliebt und können es Empfehlen!

Our time in Samara was fun, relaxing and peaceful. The house was great and served as the perfect base during our adventure. We had everything we needed and tried many of the recommendations made by Jacquie, the property manager. She is awesome - knowledgeable, friendly, helpful, and responsive. She made our family feel comfortable and confident after a long day of travel and subsequently checked in on us. The pool/patio area and the proximity to town is what stood out for us. We would all happily stay here again!

Nathan's home was beautiful and spacious. It was tucked away and private, yet close enough to walk everywhere. We will definitely be back and highly recommend!

Jacquie was so kind and helpful. She provides clear directions to the house and many recommendations for restaurants, activities, and other things we might have needed, like laundry service and other towns nearby to visit. She even offered a golf cart rental. The property was private and easy to access. Beautiful plants and birds surround the area, and she told us where we could see monkeys near the property. We heard them but weren't lucky enough to spot them. Maybe next time! We enjoyed lounging in the back and cooling off in the pool.

All perfect and as indicated. We will be happy to come back ☺️

Alles perfekt und wie angegeben. Wir kommen gerne wieder ☺️

Our stay at Casa Mariposa was excellent; the house is beautiful and super comfortable with everything you need and we found it very clean and tidy.  Jacquie's attention was superb; she is an excellent problem solver and we were very grateful for her willingness to ensure we had a great vacation.   Thank you so much! we are already dreaming of returning!

What an incredible place! Even better than the pictures! The house is extremely specious, clean, private and just gorgeous all together! The hosts were amazing and provided lots of recommendations! We had a great time staying there and would absolutely return if ever in Samara again!

Rental was immaculate! Property Manager Jacquie went above and beyond! Jacquie made our stay 10/10 by ensuring we had everything we needed, organized an ATV excursion, restaurant recommendations, etc. The house itself is spacious, lots of towels, washer and dryer were perfect, and the pool is a wonderful amenity. I’d highly recommend to anyone traveling with friends or family. I cannot wait to visit again!

Beautiful, comfortable, and quiet in a great walkable location! Very convenient for a group, with plenty of space to hang out in the kitchen, living room, and pool area. Even though this place is super convenient to the beach, it was awesome to have the pool for cooling off and getting out of the direct sun. Plus the plantings were gorgeous and attracted plenty of hummingbirds. Awesome house!

Location of house was convenient to town. The bikes were a huge plus to get to the beach/store etc.  The pool was also very nice to cool off on a warm day. The house is spacious and modern. Property managers were very helpful and responsive. We enjoyed our time here. Samara is a great little town and has a great beach for kids.

We spent 3 nights here during the rainy season but it mostly rained at night, which was cool to hear for us since we don’t hear a lot of thunderstorms in California.  Our teenagers really appreciated the fast wifi and air conditioners, which worked great!  The house is in a little community that is still being built.  Thankfully, no construction noise but we were gone all day anyway so probably wouldn’t have mattered.  The kids enjoyed swimming in the pool at night and looking for frogs and lizards.  We spent a day at Playa Carrillo, which is a short drive and had an epic day of fishing with Samara Fishing.  The house had everything we needed and the beach cruisers are old but work well.  The caretaker, Jacquie, is super sweet and reached out several times to make sure all was well.  We needed a bike pump and she brought us one immediately.  Thanks for a relaxing stay!

Our family of four had a wonderful two week stay in Samara. The house is more spacious than it appears in the photos. We had everything that we needed during our stay. Pool was great, beds comfortable, plenty of towels and linens, cooking supplies. Samara beach was amazing, perfect waves for body surfing or beginner surfing. Our kids really enjoyed it. I highly recommend the golf cart, easy to get around town and not have to worry about parking. We were well taken care of and all responses to any questions or needs was responded to within minutes. Would definitely visit again!

Comfortable and tasteful. We will be back someday

Nathan's place in Samara was top notch. Jacquie the administraror was on top of everything also. A very detailed orientation and was always accesible to our questions. The house was AMAZING. Pictures don't do it justice. Very clean, tidy and private. Wifi worked all the time, the kitchen was fully equiped and the rooms were very comfortable. Thank you also for letting our doggies stay with us. We will be back for sure. Pura Vida!

Loved this property! It was perfectly set up for our family of 4. Wouldn't change a thing, except to stay longer!

Perfect host! The house amazing! Beautiful and very comfortable! Everything was clean and just perfect! They were very flexible with our check-in and responsive when needed. The social area was our favorite part because of how big and comfortable was! Strongly recommend this place!

A great place with a serene backyard and private pool with lots of greenery. A little away from the main core which is a plus for privacy. Would stay here again.

There were four of us in Nathan's house (two adults, two children, 3 years and 10 months). Nathan was very friendly from the beginning and responded quickly to our request. Although we had only requested one day before arrival, everything worked smoothly. On site, we were received very kindly by the property manager and briefly instructed. The house looks just as pretty in real life as the photos. We felt very comfortable right away and were allowed to spend 5 beautiful days here. Our children had plenty of space to play here and were able to unfold. The pool (including water toys) was also wonderful and did very well in the heat. There are also sand toys available. Within walking distance or with the bicycles provided, you can get to the beach /restaurants / cafes / to the supermarket. Overall a very nice experience and highly recommended.

Wir waren zu viert in Nathans Haus (zwei Erwachsene, zwei Kinder, 3 Jahre und 10 Monate). Nathan war von Anfang an sehr freundlich und hat schnell auf unsere Anfrage geantwortet. Obwohl wir erst einen Tag vor Ankunft angefragt hatten, hat alles reibungslos geklappt. Vor Ort wurden wir von der Hausverwalterin sehr freundlich empfangen und kurz eingewiesen. Das Haus sieht in echt genauso hübsch aus wie auf den Fotos. Wir haben uns direkt sehr wohlgefühlt und durften hier 5 schöne Tage verbringen. Unsere Kinder hatten hier viel Platz zum Spielen und konnten sich entfalten. Der Pool (inklusive Wasserspielsachen) war auch herrlich und hat bei der Hitze sehr gut getan. Ebenfalls ist Sandspielzeug vorhanden. Fußläufig oder mit den zur Verfügung gestellten Fahrrädern kommt man super zum Strand / zu Restaurants / Cafés / zum Supermarkt. Insgesamt eine sehr schöne Erfahrung und absolut zu empfehlen.

Absolutely beautifully designed house and property, with all the comforts of home. Bigger than expected, close to everything. The tiled pool was a highlight, we used several times a day to get relief from the heat. Samara beaches are exceptional. A good routine with the extreme heat was to go out in the morning for coffee, breakfast and a swim in the ocean, come back for siesta/lunch and pool until 3:30pm, go out again for beach, sunset and dinner. Samara is touristy with Western prices for everything. To offset, make a few meals at the house, enjoy happy hour and dinner at the several ‘on the beach’ restaurants, but it will not be ‘budget friendly’ Overall, staying at this exquisite home was a complete pleasure. Highly recommend. Thank you Nathan 💜

Great location, close enough to restaurants and city centre. Family enjoy every moment spent in the house and swimming pool area. Jacquie the property did our stay even more pleasant. Thank you for all the details and quick response. I’m looking forward to meeting you again in the near future.

Casa Mariposa is beautiful, perfect to go with family & friends, near the beach. You can have a relaxing time at anytime, it had everything we needed! Highly recommend, I wanna come back

Gracias, Sofía - you are welcome back any time! :)

We had a great stay in Samara and the online/in person hosts were responsive with proactive communication. Really appreciated the welcome packet with descriptions of local shops and restaurants, and a few welcome treats on the kitchen counter. Our kids [6 and 9] loved swimming in the pool every morning - which has frequent shade all day. Here are a few things to note [non of which hindered our stay]: Beach access [from more than one point] and town is certainly walkable - about 12 mins or so, yet if have younger children and nervous about walking on roads with cars, motorcycles, bikes, and with beach gear in the heat, driving might be easier. We had a rental car and drove to the beach, parking was very easy at the 3 beach locations we visited. Grocery stores are also walkable from the house. Amenity wise - don't expect spices [there was oil, salt, pepper], condiments, foil, detergent, extra toilet paper/paper towels, etc that you might find in other places.

Wow, what an awesome spot! We stayed here with our young family (two year old and three month old) plus two grandparents and it was everything we could have wanted. Super close and easily walkable to town or the beach, even easier with the bikes provided. Beautifully designed interior and the backyard was perfect for some midday sun and late afternoon shade by the pool. Our toddler loved seeing the monkeys almost daily in the ravine next door, and watching the horses stop by to graze on the property. Nathan was super responsive and helpful before we showed up, and Jacquie provided the most amazing concierge service once we arrived, answering questions, sharing local tips and booking us into all kinds of activities! We can’t wait to come back!

100% recommended, it is a very nice and well-kept house.

100% recomendado, es una casa muy bonita y bien cuidada.

Beautifull house, spacious well-furnished and equipped. As mentioned by the host there is construction in progress across the property, but the pleasant sounds of the Costa Rican nature will wake you up before the people working in the construction arrives; so, for us that was not an issue :). FYI, the access road to the house can be bumpy due to the unfished roads in Sámara and the rain aftermath.  Other than that, I recommend this property for your stay at Sámara.

We stayed at Nathan's place in Samara . The house is similar in every way to the photo and reviews. On the other hand, the work is not across the street but in the subdivision (gate) . When you get there, it's very unpleasant . And in addition, the next day, the nuisances related to the work of 6.00a.m. are very present even if you get up early . You do not need to wake up!! In short, the house is very nice inside . The environment does not match the price of the house . Some arrangements are necessary for the comfort of all to review the noise related to the pool engine very present on a very pleasant outdoor terrace and no inconvenient dishwasher.

Nous avons séjourné chez Nathan à Samara . La maison est semblable en tout point au photo et aux commentaires. Par contre les travaux ne sont pas de l’autre côté de la rue mais dans le lotissement (gate) . Quand on arrive cela surprend de façon très désagréable . Et de surcroît le lendemain les nuisances liées aux travaux des 06.00h du matin sont très présentes même si on se lève tôt . Vous n’avez pas besoin de réveil !! En bref la maison est très agréable à l’intérieur . L’environnement ne correspond pas au prix de la maison . Certains aménagements sont nécessaires pour le confort de tous revoir le bruit lié au moteur piscine très présent sur une terrasse extérieure très agréable et pas de lave vaisselle peu pratique.

Thanks for your review, Vanessa, and appreciate your positive feedback on our home.   Our listing notes in bold that there is a residential home being built across the street. Most guests are not bothered by this as the pool and yard are in the back, opposite the home being built, and the construction crew is friendly. I'm sorry that it bothered you.  We are hoping that construction finishes soon - they are near completion!

The home was a perfect spot for our family of five. We used the pool, hit all the recommendations on the restaurants/stores and the location is great. We cooked a few meals in and went out as well. We look forward to visiting samara again and hope to stay at Nathan’s. As other reviews have noted, there is active construction going on right across the street that starts promptly at 6 am. So as long as you go to bed early and get up with the construction you’ll be fine.

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