Villa Laia is a beautiful villa with ocean view, located in the central mountains, just 5 minutes from the main street. It has two master bedrooms with king bed, private bathroom and excellent ocean view. The upstairs bedroom has a balcony and the downstairs bedroom has a garden. It also has a poolside lounge, lounge chairs, gas grill area and a yoga deck with stunning views, ideal for relaxing, enjoying the peace and tranquility of the environment. A 4x4/atv is needed to get up there. The space Villa up for 6 persons super spacious, fresh and with natural light. It has two bedrooms with its king bed, and two more mattress or sofa bed can be added for those 2 extra guests (PLEASE ASK BEFORE BOOKING). Awesome ocean view with its infinity pool, complete kitchen, and with front and back garden to enjoy the nature. Guest access A 4x4 or atv/quad is needed to go up and be able to enjoy the silence and nature and at the same time be very close to everything. At the beginning of the mountain you will find the bests option of restaurant to eat such as El Corazon, Brukas, Kojis and Amicci, and also the beach access. Going down you can find a variety of shops and supermarkets. Located only 9 minutes from El Cruce, Playa Carmen. Other things to note Our managers will wait you for check you in, and will be available before and all your stay to help you booking tours, activities, or simply advice on where to eat and what to do! We look forward to receiving you and making you have an excellent experience at Villa Laia!

## The Space

Villa Laia is a beautiful home offering ocean views, situated in the central mountains just five minutes from the main street. It comfortably accommodates up to six guests with two master bedrooms, each featuring a king-size bed, a private bathroom, and excellent ocean vistas.

- The upstairs bedroom includes a balcony.
- The downstairs bedroom opens to a garden.
- Additional sleeping arrangements, such as two extra mattresses or a sofa bed, can be provided upon request (please inquire before booking).

The villa is spacious, bright, and filled with natural light. It boasts an infinity pool with stunning ocean views, a fully equipped kitchen, and gardens both at the front and back to enjoy the surrounding nature.

## Amenities

- Poolside lounge area with lounge chairs
- Gas grill for outdoor cooking
- Yoga deck offering peaceful, scenic views perfect for relaxation

## Guest Access

Access to the villa requires a 4x4 vehicle or an ATV/quad to navigate the mountain road. This ensures guests can enjoy the tranquility and natural surroundings while remaining conveniently close to local amenities.

Nearby dining options at the base of the mountain include popular restaurants such as El Corazon, Brukas, Kojis, and Amicci. Beach access is also available nearby. Descending the mountain leads to a variety of shops and supermarkets.

The villa is located only nine minutes from El Cruce, Playa Carmen.

## Additional Information

Our managers will greet you upon arrival and remain available throughout your stay to assist with booking tours, activities, or providing recommendations on dining and things to do.

We look forward to welcoming you and ensuring a memorable experience at Villa Laia.

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We stayed at Villa Laia for 5 days and we wish we could have stayed longer! It was such a beautiful villa, extremely well maintained, cleaned multiple times during our stay with laundry service, and the hosts were extremely communicative and helped us book every experience we wanted, we never had to lift a finger! Highly recommend this as the place to stay in Santa Teresa!

Easily one of the best Airbnbs I have stayed at. The house is gorgeous, the staff is friendly and very good at their jobs. I felt completely at home. The communication was top-notch — even when there were questions or concerns, they resolved them so quickly it was as if they never happened. I highly recommend it and will most likely be back! What a joy. Excellent in all areas.

Great house for me. The only concern is that the house is open at the kitchen level, and from the description, you don't necessarily realize the layout of the house, which remains open to the outside. We enjoyed our stay despite everything. A 4x4 is absolutely necessary to get to the house.

Super maison pour moi le seul soucis est que la maison est ouverte au niveau de la cuisine et que sur la description on se rend pas forcément compte de l’agencement de la maison, qui reste ouverte sur l’extérieur. Nous avons apprécié notre séjour malgré tout, il faut impérativement un 4x4 pour accéder à la maison.

We are so happy we stayed here. The villa, the pool, and surroundings are so nice. Andrea, Camila, and everyone through the booking process and stay made this trip a breeze. We decided to split the week with an atv and car which they helped get delivered. Made it a total breeze for locking in transportation. All in all, was one of my favorite Airbnbs.

Amazing Airbnb. Short drive up, not bad at all if u have an atv, worth it for the view. Amazing sunrise and sunset, cleaning is every other day, great for long term rental. Overall 10/10 spot

Overall we had a great stay and the place is really beautiful. The pool and sunset views are definitely the highlight. The concierge is very proactive in messaging you as soon as you book the place and then closer to the time of arrival and willing to offer recommendations. There is cleaning every other or 3rd? day which is very nice but she arrived at 8:30 am and didn't knock on the gate or door, just appeared on the back patio which fightened my child (something to be aware of!). Concierge text me about the cleaner after I sent her away to return later as half us were still sleeping. The concierge did ask if she could show a potential buyer the place during our stay. Maintenace came by twice -one routine visit and the other to fix our water. The water was fixed quickly which was great. Overall, the stay felt private enough but at the same time interrupted over a shorter stay (4 days).  If you're planning outings or a longer stay, I don't think it would feel like a big issue.

New home with good ocean views, nice salt infinity pool to relax, comfortable terrace to enjoy the outdoor. Great place!

A great place with a great view! Everything was very clean. Host was super responsive if we needed something or had an issue. Felt very taken care of. Thank you for having us!

Loved this place ! Feels like a nice escape from the craziness of the main strip in ST. Would love to go back sometime.

Beautiful home and excellent service from booking through checkout. The concierge team was extremely responsive and the cleaning and laundry service was a great perk. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay. We will definitely be staying again in the future!

We really enjoyed our stay here! The Airbnb is very private and relaxing…. The property and house is exactly as photographed and was a perfect relaxing location with a secure yard for safety! The host is super responsive and was always willing to answer any questions or help when needed. It’s a great place to stay (as long as you have 4x4 to get up the road, haha)!

It’s a beautiful home where we had a great time. The property manager was friendly and very responsive. I would highly recommend it. You will need a 4x4 to get to the property; the drive is not too bad, and the road is mostly paved, but there are some areas where a 4x4 is needed.

I loved the pool! The place is very complete and conveniently located. Beautiful view

Me encantó la piscina! El lugar muy completo y bien ubicado. Bella vista

Alfonso, thank you so much for staying with us and for your review. We're glad to hear that your experience was positive. We greatly appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.

Nice place to stay for a few days.  Very responsive to our questions.

The house was amazing. We almost never got out of the pool. The views and sunsets were first class, along with everything else about the house. Tomas was a fantastic host. Hooked us up with surf lessons and reasonable rentals. Answered questions right away, and made our stay that much better. With regards to 4 wheel drive...I wouldn't take a sedan, but you definitely want an SUV or something with clearance at the very least. It's not as bad as others have lead on, but I am comfortable off-road nonetheless. Would stay there again in a heartbeat.

We had a wonderful relaxing stay! We stayed for 6 nights, had our place cleaned every 2nd day, new towels, laundry etc! Tomas was very helpful with whatever we needed, including picking up and returning our 4X4 (which you 100% need)! We can't wait to return!

This Airbnb was a dream come true. The just was responsive they helped me so much. They offer everything from transportation to and from the airport as well as atv rental to get around. Tomas the concierge was top tier. The activities I wanted to do they booked for me. The area was extremely peaceful and I highly recommend.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (If I could give 100 stars, I would!) Our stay at Villa Laia was absolutely AMAZING. From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded expectations. The home was beautiful, comfortable, and perfectly maintained, making it the ideal getaway to celebrate our 10-year wedding anniversary. A special thank you to our concierge, Tomas, whose dynamic hospitality truly made the trip unforgettable. He went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, and his warm, welcoming spirit added such a personal touch to our experience. We left feeling relaxed, grateful, and already looking forward to our next visit. Highly recommend this property and team—you won’t be disappointed. Pura Vida! 🌺

Such a beautiful house, quiet and peaceful and the view was pretty and serene. Tomas and Camila were exceptional host. Super friendly and helpful! Responded to me whenever I needed something. Didn’t matter what the time or issue was, they responded promptly. They made sure to emphasize I could call or text them anytime. Super helpful in suggestions of things to do outside the home as well. Tomas was there to check us in, made sure all our transportation needs were met coming there and through out the duration of our stay and when it was time to go home. He’s very nice and easy to talk to. The house was just as the pictures show, and very clean! The pool is amazing and the grill was a nice a touch, which we used many times during our stay. Between the beauty of the house, the serene environment and the wonderful hospitality Tomas and Camila gave, I would definitely come back again and again.

the house is spectacular and with everything you need for an incredible stay, the view is beautiful

la casa espectacular y con todo lo necesario para una estancia increíble, la vista es bella

All pure life!! Very happy with everything.

My friends and I stayed at this villa in Carmen and enjoyed our stay. The view of the beach was breathtaking and pool dips in the evening after the beach. Everything worked out great while there

La casa, la piscina y la vista increíbles!

"5 stars isn't enough! Our stay at Villa Laia - Santa Teresa was absolutely amazing. The space was clean, cozy, and perfectly decorated. The infinity pool was a definite plus! Our concierge Tomas, with Koora Rentals was an incredible host - responsive, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. He suggested the best tours and even booked them for us and set up our transportation while we were at the villa! You will definitely need a 4 x 4 to get in and out from the villa, but it is well worth it! The location was perfect for exploring Santa Teresa and still very close to the surrounding towns for amazing tours! We loved the little touches that made the space feel like home. We'd highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable and welcoming spot to stay. Thanks again, Tomas, for a wonderful stay!"

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful villa in Santa Teresa. The views from the top of the hill are absolutely stunning, and having a private pool made it feel like our own personal oasis. The villa was clean, and the kitchen was very well equipped—perfect for cooking at home when we didn’t feel like going out. Be aware that the road up to the villa is very steep and unpaved, so a 4x4 is essential. It’s definitely worth the drive for the privacy and views once you get there. One small downside was the cleaning schedule. While it’s supposed to be every second day, the cleaners would sometimes just text when they arrived, and if we missed the message, they’d leave without cleaning. It would have been helpful if they were a bit more persistent or had a set time. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and would recommend this villa to anyone looking for a peaceful, scenic retreat in Santa Teresa—just make sure you’re ready for a bit of a climb!

Amazing views, beautifully designed villa, spotlessly clean and great value. We loved our stay here and would highly recommend!

I would highly recommend Alan and his Villa. From the start he was very responsive and helpful for accommodations. I constantly visit Santa Teresa and this was my favorite stay so far. The villa was clean, private, the pool was beautiful and Tomas,our concierge, did a great job checking us in, providing recommendations and making us feel like home. Thank you Alan and Tomas for this wonderful weekend! 10/10

Everything is impeccable, the Vila is excellent, everything you need to spend a few amazing days. The view is incredible, and the house is super comfortable. They didn't feel like leaving. Very good service from Tomas, he welcomed us as if we were at home and was always willing to help.

Impecable todo, la Vila excelente, todo lo que necesitas para pasar unos dias alucinantes. La vista es increible, y la casa super comoda. No daban ganas de irse. Muy buena atención de Tomas, nos recibio como en casa y siempre estuvo predispuesto.

The best place I've been in Santa Teresa. Loved the peace and view.

We had a wonderful stay, the space is beautiful, lovely decor, clean, excellent host, and Tomas, our concierge was super helpful, supportive, welcoming and answered any questions asked, at any time.  Would highly recommend this house for a lovely experience in Santa Teresa!

Beautiful villa overlooking the ocean. The pool and amenities in general are great. Small downside regarding the staircase of the yoga platform which seems dilapidated, the air conditioning of the main building which did not work very well and the fact that the main building could not be closed (broken door). It looks like there's no flight problem, but it wasn't very reassuring. Remember that you are in a tropical country, no barbecue in the evening, at the risk of turning your stay into a nightmare and being attacked by all kinds of insects!

Très belle villa qui surplombe l’océan. La piscine et les équipements en général sont top. Petit bémol concernant l’escalier de la plate-forme de yoga qui semble vétuste, la clim du bâtiment principal qui ne fonctionnait pas très bien et le fait de ne pas pouvoir fermer le bâtiment principal (porte cassée). Il ne semble pas y avoir de problème de vol, mais ce n’était pas très rassurant. N’oubliez pas que vous êtes dans un pays tropical, pas de barbecue le soir, au risque de transformer votre séjour en cauchemar et de vous faire attaquer par toutes sortes d’insectes !

Nestled in the heart of Santa Teresa, this Airbnb was an absolute gem! The ATVs  rentals made exploring the stunning coastline and hidden beaches an exhilarating adventure. We loved the freedom to discover secluded spots at our own pace. The proximity to breathtaking Montezuma waterfalls and the natural reserve was a major highlight. Imagine swimming in crystal-clear pools surrounded by lush rainforest – truly unforgettable! The accommodations themselves were comfortable, clean, and well-equipped, providing a perfect sanctuary after a day of exploration. Our host was incredibly welcoming and helpful, offering fantastic local tips. Waking up to the sounds of nature and ending the day with incredible sunsets made this trip magical. The ATVs were well-maintained and easy to use. Exploring the nature reserve allowed us to witness incredible biodiversity. This Airbnb offers an unparalleled experience, blending adventure with tranquility. We can't wait to return! Five stars all the way!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful villa—it looks exactly like it does in the photos. The views were stunning, and the place was peaceful and well-kept. Tomás, the concierge, was incredibly attentive and helped us with anything we needed during our stay. The villa is located up on a hill, accessible via some steep and partly unpaved roads. While we didn’t have a 4x4, we were still able to drive up, though we preferred not to do it every day. Thankfully, Tomás helped us rent an ATV, which made things much easier and added a bit of adventure to our trip. We highly recommend both the villa and the excellent service we received!

Excellent, everything very quiet, the area has a good view, we really liked it, we will be back!

Excelente , muy tranquilo todo ,la zona tiene vista buena , nos gusto mucho volveremos !

Villa Laia was gorgeous. The infinity pool and open layout and glass doors facing the pool and deck were perfect. Everything was very clean and they had great staff that were helpful with everything we needed. The pool was so relaxing that we spent a few days int her house for the whole day just enjoying the scenery and what the home has to offer. They had a great well equipped kitchen that was super helpful for us. Thank you for a beautiful stay we will be back again :)

Alan and the team were amazing. I considered not leaving a review because we want it to be available when we return. The staff, the space, the view, all better than expected. 5 Stars

Place is perfect, great host and concierge. Just like the pictures. You definitely need an ATV or a 4 x 4 to get to the location but that applies to most if not all of Costa Rica and Santa Teresa roads. Only issue is that we rented ATV through the Airbnb and it was a little bit old and it was a little bit hard to use especially the break.

Dreamed Lugar, with the best views and the best sunset in Santa Teresa. The house is in impeccable condition. The attention of Tomas and all his team is impressive. They helped us coordinate everything we needed in our stay.

Lugar soñado, con las mejores vistas y el mejor atardecer de Santa Teresa. La casa está en impecables condiciones. La atención de Tomas y todo su equipo impresionante. Nos ayudaron a coordinar todo lo necesario en nuestra estadia.

The host and villa are great! Couple of things to note: It's pretty high up in the mountain.. We unfortunately had a mid size SUV and the roads were pretty crazy from the rain season so we were unable to travel with our car and had to rent quads to get up and down the mountain! Make sure you either have a BIG 4x4 or are planning to rent quads! The villa itself is amazing, super clean and very easy to get in touch with the host. Would recommend for sure!!!!

Such a great experience! We loved Santa Teresa. The villa was beautiful and amazing. It was great to have a pool cleaning and villa cleaning service. Tomas was very responsive and helpful. The road is rough, we had a 4 X 4 car and it was still tough. Felt safe. Close 6 minute drive to town! Comfy beds, pool is beautiful, surrounded by nature!

Great place, incredible view, very nice pool and plenty of amenities. If you definitely need a 4x4 car to get to the place.

Excelente lugar, increíble vista, muy linda piscina y muchas comodidades. Si se necesita definitivamente carro 4x4 para poder llegar al lugar.

Beautiful place, good communication. Great experience. Highly recommended.

Great home: the pool, kitchen, space, and grill were all great to have. The nature around the unit and views of the ocean were highlights. We preferred staying in the hills as opposed to on the road in town because it's so much quieter. The road up isn't bad with a decent car. Definitely recommended!

Beautiful house with nice view. Thomas was extremely helpful and quick to respond. It’s rainy season and road is bumpy but nothing to do with the property. You do need a 4x4 at any time of the year for this lovely home.

It was beautiful, we were received very nicely in the beginning. The house is super clean and you will find everything you need there. The outdoor area was of course the highlight with such a view. Thanks again for everything!

Es war wunderschön, wir wurden am Anfang sehr nett empfangen. Das Haus ist super sauber und man findet dort alles was man braucht. Der Außenbereich war natürlich das Highlight mit solch einem Ausblick. Vielen Dank nochmal für alles!

Lovely villa with private pool, we loved every minute of it. Concierge very helpful and responsive. Perfect place to close of our vacation with family of three (5 nights). We could have stayed at least a week!

We love this house!! Highly recommend!! Santa Teresa was so fun and full of adventure, make sure you rent ATV’s to move around and rent a 4x4 car!!!

Thomas was very efficient at helping us with the chef and massages we had planned, the place is perfect to relax and enjoy the connection with nature! Highly recommend this villa! I would definitely come back! Thank you very much Thomas!

Thomas fue muy eficiente en ayudarnos con el chef y masajes que teníamos planificado, el lugar es perfecto para relajarse y disfrutar la conexión con la naturaleza! Recomiendo mucho esta villa! Volvería sin duda! Muchas gracias Thomas!

The place is beautiful, the view is amazing and the service was really good! we had a great time our concierge was very kind and helped us with every request. would love to stay here again any time soon. 10/10 ps. In the reviews it is often written that the road is challenging. That is correct and it is best to have a 4x4. But we had a lot of fun driving up and down and it is simply part of Costa Rica.

We had an amazing experience at Alan’s place and Alan and Tomas were very responsive and accommodating. The location was perfect, offering stunning views of Costa Rica and the ocean. It was very spacious and clean, beautifully decorated,  and also includes a beautiful swimming pool with stunning views. Overall, it is a place I highly recommend. One thing to be aware of is that you definitely need a 4x4 car to get to the place as the road to get there is very steep and not fully paved.

My girlfriend and I stayed at this incredible villa for a week and we had the best time in Costa Rica. The design of the house and the views were impeccable. It's situated at the top of the hill and very private. I would rate this villa 10 stars if I could, and we'll definitely recommend it to everyone!

Look around to find something more fitting with the price and a better location.  The road there is a nightmare...

Hola Chris! Lamentamos que tu experiencia no haya sido la mejor. Nos gustaria destacar que todo parecia estar muy bien durante tu estadia hasta que olvidaste tu cargador. Tambien, nos gustaria dejar plasmado en este comentario lo ocurrido, nuestro huesped olvido un cargador telefónico en la casa y al consultarnos no obtuvo una respuesta positiva. Al otro dia, lo encontramos y dimos aviso para que lo recogiera ya que estaba en el pueblo de al lado y estaba dispuesto a buscarlo. Recibimos su llamada telefonica hablando en mal tono y sin paciencia hasta que por suerte, intervino amablemente su compañera para coordinar la entrega del mismo. Desde la empresa lamentamos que por ese minimo incidente la puntuación sea tan baja y hayas quedado con una mala sensación. Ojalá la próxima vez puedas disfrutas más de la villa que alquiles, sus vistas y todo lo que ofrece. Que tengas una buena semana

The villa was perfect for a week long stay. It's a bit further up the hill than I realized, but we enjoyed the privacy and the views. The pool was was the best place to spend hot afternoons. Killer views whether it was during the day or looking at the stars at night. The layout of the house was great. Would highly recommend for folks traveling with another couple or family.

This place is amazing. A short ATV (mandatory to get there) from the best restaurants, bars and beaches in ST. Beautiful house with an infinity pool looking out over the ocean. Close enough to everything while still feeling very private. Alan was readily available for anything we needed. Definitely would book again.

Stunning location exactly as described, lots of fun riding up and down the hill to/from town on the atv too! would stay here again

We had an excellent stay at Villa Laia. The property really is as beautiful as the photos. The architecture is worthy of being in Architectural Digest. The sunset views from the pool was a highlight of our stay. As all the reviews state, you most definitely need a 4x4 or ATV to go to and from the property. At the bottom of the hill from the Villa are the best restaurants in the area. Excellent Caribbean bowl at Third Eye, pizza at Amici and BBQ at Kooks. Tomas and team at the property management company are very helpful and work hard to ensure you have a relaxing stay in a very clean environment.

Secluded and beautiful.  Sunsets in the pool were amazing.  Host was very responsive.  Place was hard to find in the dark, but host had someone waiting there to flag us down.  Recommend an ATV to get up and down from town.

our stay was amazing! the host was very responsive! the villa is amazing and as described! you truly need a 4x4 to get up there, the road is insane with rocks and holes but if you have a 4x4 you are ok! you can’t walk to the restaurants etc you need to take the car..but people rent ATVs to go around as well! no bugs in the villa - you see geckos around the pool area but that it! beautiful birds as well! our concierge answered all my questions! seriously the view is the villa is amazing… enjoy :)

The most beautiful stay, with the most attentive and kind staff. The views from this Airbnb are worth coming back to Costa Rica for.

Amazing location. The photos are a 100% accurate representation of the property. The villa manager was happy to help and organized transfers and ATV hire. Definitely rent the ATV for easy access to and from the town. The villa is welcoming, bright, and comfortable. Only note about the area: there is a villa being built right next door, the security measures and privacy are not hindered but there's early construction noise. I'd recommend a stay here to anyone and will be staying again next time I'm in Costa Rica!

Beautiful Villa! The road to get there is really very walked and damaged. We had a 4x4 but the ideal is an ATV. That said , the house and the view is definitely worth it! Host was perfect. Amazing pool. Regular maintenance during the stay, really appreciated. Ideal for a small family. The sunset view is absolutely stunning.

Superbe Villa! La route pour s’y rendre est vraiment très arpentée et abîmée. Nous avions un 4x4 mais l’idéal est un ATV. Ceci dit , la maison et la vue vaut vraiment peine! L’hôte a été parfaite. Piscine incroyable. Entretien régulier lors du séjour, vraiment apprécié. Idéal pour une petite famille. La vue coucher de soleil est absolument magnifique.

Villa Laia is a truly paradise place that I recommend to everyone! Beautifully decorated, maintained, quiet, and very close to all the good addresses of Santa Teresa … the perfect base full of good vibes! Thank you 🙏🏻

Villa Laia is een echt paradijselijke plek die ik iedereen aanraad! Prachtig ingericht, onderhouden, rustig, en heel dicht bij alle goede adressen van Santa Teresa … de perfecte uitvalsbasis vol goede vibes! Dank je 🙏🏻

¡Gracias Marie! Nos pone muy contentos saber que disfrutaste nuestro lugar. Te esperamos cuando gustes!  ❤️

Beautiful accommodation with amazing views! Architecturally, this villa is certainly one of the most beautiful in Santa Teresa. You can end the day perfectly by the pool with a view! The villa is equipped with all the need for you. Alan and Vicky were also great hosts and were helpful at all times. We would highly recommend this home!

Eine wunderschöne Unterkunft mit Grandiosem Ausblick! Architektonisch gehört diese Villa sicherlich zu den schönsten in Santa Teresa. Man kann den Tag perfekt am Pool mit toller Aussicht ausklingen lassen! Die Villa ist mit allem ausgestattet was man brauch. Alan und Vicky waren ebenfalls tolle Gastgeber und waren jederzeit hilfsbereit. Wir können diese Unterkunft nur wärmstens weiterempfehlen!

The pictures and previous reviews tell an accurate story. This house is lovely to stay in, and the services that it comes with are superb. You have access to a property management service that can help you with anything you need - laundry, recommendations, etc. You will wake up to Iguanas on the rocks next to the property and have amazing nature and views all around. Santa Teresa and this particular street itself are very popular, expect some construction noise during your stay. Would highly recommend that you book this this place if it's available. Adam

Great place to stay for those looking for a beautiful view and modern home. The hike to get to the unit is long and gruelling (ie you almost certainly will need to rent an ATV) but worth it!

We had a wonderful stay at Villa Laia! The home is exactly as the photos. Super clean and well kept. The cleaning crew came every day (except sundays) and kept the place spotless. The sunsets over the pool were spectacular. The neighborhood is beautiful, safe and friendly. We had hummingbirds, butterflies, dragonflies, and cute little geckos all around the property. The bedrooms had stunning views, clean linens and hotel style pillows! The AC worked wonderfully. The best part is the home is modern enough that all the outlets were compatible with US, no need for a converter. The only slight drawback is the home is up very narrow, windy, rocky roads, at the top of the mountain. It's totally worth it for the views, but can be daunting to do everyday if you don't have a proper vehicle. We had a 4x4 so we were ok navigating it, but went slowly and tried not to do it late at night as the path is not very well lit. The host is responsive and super helpful and helped us the whole way! A++

The Villa was everything it says it is plus more! The pictures don’t do it justice- the view is breathtaking and the house is immaculate. The AC was amazing and kept everything cool. The Wi-Fi worked exponentially well and we were both able to work remotely during the week. You do need a 4x4 to get up and down to the town, but the road is not that bad and we were there during the rainiest part of the year. We lost power during a thunderstorm, but it was only 3 hours, candles were provided, and we were there during the stormiest part of October so I imagine it’s not an issue outside of that. The host is incredibly helpful and responsive. Housekeeping and maintenance keep the house, deck, and pool very clean the whole time you’re there and will bring extras of anything needed quickly. The host meets you when you arrive and gives you a tour and explains everything in the house. Responses were often immediate, but never more than 30-45 min max. Would definitely book again!

My first time in Costa Rica will always be memorable because of this Villa! It was such an amazing experience for us, being in the privacy of this villa was like a slide of paradise. The neighborhood was amazing too, we had the best eats and views! Lastly, I have to say the host was AMAZING! So responsive and helpful, even helped book us horseback riding which was probably the best tour I’ve ever taken out of all the countries I visited. Costa Rica has my heart because of our host and Villa. Pura Vida!

My son says it’s definitely the best AirB&B we’ve stayed at! It was a wonderful place with fantastic views! The town is interesting. Truly enjoyed our stay there.

Great house. At the top. Great views of the Pacific.

Tolles Haus. Ganz oben. Super Blick auf den Pazifik.

The place is beautiful and ideally located.  Close to all activities and services but in a quiet place.

L’endroit est magnifique et idéalement situé.  Près de tous les activités et services mais dans un endroit tranquille .

Thank you Annie, it was our pleasure meeting you and your family. Hope to host you in the future

Love. This. House. Villa Laia is beautiful! Design and aesthetics are top notch. Looks like there are new houses being built nearby on top of this hill but still very private and away from the hustle and bustle of the main street. We truly enjoyed our stay here and can’t wait to come back!

Gorgeous place,would recommend a 4x4 for sure,amazing views and extremely peaceful.Definitely coming back

Villa Laia in Santa Teresa is a true hidden gem! This private, secluded villa offers breathtaking views and is surrounded by nature. The hosts were incredibly warm and attentive, making our stay unforgettable. Highly recommended for a peaceful and rejuvenating escape! We'll be back for sure!

A beautiful, refined house, very pleasant to live in. You just need to have a good 4X4, because the road to access is  pretty steep. Thank you very much to Paula who was lovely, and did everything to welcome us as best as possible. We'll be happy to go back!

Une magnifique maison, raffinée, très agréable à vivre. Il faut juste prévoir un bon 4X4, car la route pour y accéder est  assez raide. Merci beaucoup à Paula qui a été adorable, et a tout fait pour nous accueillir du mieux possible. Nous reviendrons avec plaisir.

Great place to enjoy your vacations. Awesome views are offered a crossed all the house. The pool si magnificent. It really felt like being at home. Looking to come back soon!

A spectacular place, impeccable facilities, super comfortable rooms and beds, ocean view, and if a 4x4 is recommended almost necessary

Un espectacular lugar, las instalaciones impecables, las habitaciones y camas súper cómodas, vista al mar, y si es recomendable casi necesario un 4x4

New and very high range house. Quiet space and great views. The outside with the pool is very well designed. Very zen and relaxing house. Very clean with regular cleaning 4x4 required for access but 5 minutes from the center of Santa Teresa where you can find everything you need.  I highly recommend this house, the kitchen is very well equipped, it is just missing a microwave. We had a great stay with our 3 children.

Maison neuve et très haut de gamme. Environnement calme et superbe vue. L extérieur avec la piscine est très bien conçu. Maison très zen et reposante. Très propre avec Menage régulier 4x4 obligatoire pour l accès mais à 5 mn du centre de Santa Teresa où vous trouverez tout ce dont vous avez besoin.  Je recommande vivement cette maison la cuisine est très bien équipée, il manque juste un micro onde. Nous avons passé un excellent séjour avec nos 3 enfants.

Very nice and modern House up on the mountain. The access is a little bit difficult, you will need a 4x4, but we have seen worse roads in CR. In exchange for the exciting drive you will get an amazing view and a luxurious infinity pool and a well equipped kitchen. The staff was very friendly, professional and always available in case of problems. Note that the house does not feature a TV, but the view and does the trick.

The Hosted was very helpful.. We had to drive to Santa Teresa from SJO airport which is 5 hours. So we didn’t get to the Airbnb until 11:00 pm and she was up and explained everything. I Will booked again

Villa Laia’s is a lovely place to stay, comfortable, quite and nice view, consider a 4x4 if you want to visit

The stay here was memorable! The house is spectacular, even better than in pictures. Very comfortable, equipped, clean, spacious spaces, etc. We will definitely be back. Highly recommended a 4x4 to arrive. The host is very hospitable, his recommendations for the area made the visit to Santa Teresa even better.

¡La estadía aquí fue inolvidable! La casa es espectacular, incluso mejor que en las fotos. Muy cómoda, equipada, limpia, amplios espacios, etc. Definitivamente volveremos. Altamente recomendado un 4x4 para llegar. El host es muy hospitalario, sus recomendaciones de la zona hicieron la visita a Santa Teresa aún mejor.

Very responsive and extremely kind host. It felt like home. We were warmly welcomed. The villa is just amazing! Cleanliness is impeccable. Proximity to the beach and restaurants was a real asset. We are delighted with our stay!

Hôte très réactif et d’une extrême gentillesse. Nous nous sommes senti comme chez nous. Nous avons été chaleureusement accueilli. La villa est juste incroyable! Propreté est irréprochable. La proximité avec la plage et les restaurants étaient un véritable atout. Nous sommes ravis de notre séjour!

We had a beautiful few days in Santa Teresa.   The villa is very ample and comfortably.  The rooms and living room/kitchen have large windows from where you can admire the landscape.  The terrace and pool area are arranged for your enjoyment and rest.    The street that reaches the Calle Buenos Aires villa is in poor condition.   It is very steep and in several parts it is not paved, there are many gaps  which makes the ascent and descent slow.   A 4x4 is required.   Despite the theme of access to the Villa, our stay was worth a thousand.

Pasamos unos días preciosos en Santa Teresa.   La villa es muy amplia y cómoda.  Las habitaciones y sala/cocina tienen grandes ventanales desde donde se puede admirar el paisaje.  El área de terraza y piscina  están dispuestos para el disfrute y descanso.    La calle que llega a la villa Calle Buenos Aires está en malas condiciones.   Es muy empinada y en varias partes no está asfaltada, hay muchos huecos  lo que hace  lento el ascenso y descenso.   Se requiere de auto 4x4.   A pesar del tema del acceso a la Villa valió x mil nuestra estadía.

We had a fantastic family stay in Villa Laia! The house is as the photos show, huge and super fresh and even some monkeys come to visit us everyday. The best thing about the house: the infinity pool, the sunsets in the ocean and looking them from the pool where breathtaking. The location is great, as its just 5 minutes driving from the town, in where you can relax in the middle of the jungle. On the top of that street there are the best restaurants in town! All staff was wonderful, the cleaning lady super nice with us and the hosts Camila and Vicky gave us a warm welcome when arrived. They also shared recommendations about activities and places to visit during our stay, and even went trough helping us with the bookings of it: that was a plus to know well Santa Teresa. We will definitely stay there again when we come back!

2BR Villa