4BR Luxury Villa in Hacienda Pinilla
by Vida Pinilla
4
Beds
4
Baths
12
Guests
The Island House
The Space
The Island House is a distinctive modern tropical residence featuring a central island under a double-height ceiling, designed to fully embrace indoor-outdoor tropical living. Situated within the most exclusive gated community in the coastal area, this home offers a unique blend of comfort and nature.
This four-bedroom house accommodates up to 12 guests comfortably:
- Master bedroom: 1 king bed, private bathroom (2 guests)
- Second master bedroom: 1 king bed, private bathroom (2 guests)
- Guest bedroom: 1 queen bed (2 guests)
- Guest bedroom with bunk beds: 2 king beds below and 2 twin beds on top, private bathroom (6 guests)
The property includes a MistAway mosquito misting system that automatically sprays a fine mist of a mild botanical insecticide around the yard two or three times daily, effectively reducing mosquitoes and other insects.
Daily housekeeping services are provided Monday through Saturday, with schedules tailored to your group's preferences. Additional housekeeping or breakfast preparation can be arranged in advance.
Our team offers local expertise to help plan your ideal tropical experience, including in-house catering, sunset cruises, adventure tours, and recommendations for secluded beaches. Transportation to and from Liberia International Airport, San Jose International Airport, or rental car bookings can also be organized.
Guest Access
Located within the stunning beachfront resort community of Hacienda Pinilla, guests of The Island House enjoy access to a variety of exceptional amenities:
Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club
The Beach Club is situated on the shores of Playa Avellanas and features an infinity-edge pool overlooking the renowned surf break known as Little Hawaii. Amenities include:
- Poolside Tiki Bar serving cocktails and fruit smoothies
- Comfortable sunbeds by the pool
- World-class surfing at Playa Avellanas
- Ocean-view fitness center
- Wellness center offering massages
Please note the Beach Club closes annually in October. Entry is $5 per day for guests aged 10 and older.
Beaches
Hacienda Pinilla boasts three miles of coastline within its 4,500-acre ranch, offering numerous spots to explore:
- Playa Mansita & Bonita: Home to the JW Marriott hotel, ideal for beachcombing and tide pool exploration at low tide.
- Playa Langosta: Known for world-class surfing, beach activities, and river fishing. This shaded area with palapas is perfect for a relaxing beach day and is just a short walk and river crossing from Playa Langosta and Tamarindo.
- Playa Avellanas: Location of the Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club and six world-class surf breaks including Little Hawaii, the Estero, Dead Tree, and Lolas.
JW Marriott Hotel
Guests have access to the JW Marriott’s various restaurants. A day pass can be purchased to use the hotel’s pool, which is the largest in Central America, along with all hotel grounds and amenities.
Golf Course
An 18-hole par-72 beachfront golf course is available, featuring a stunning sunset view from the beachfront hole on a secluded beach.
Tennis Courts
There are three hard-court tennis courts with an onsite instructor offering private, semi-private, and group lessons. Regular activities include kids’ camps and pickleball events.
Horse Stables
Exploring the 4,500-acre ranch by horseback is a popular option. Customized tours range from 30 minutes to 2 hours, taking you through forest trails and along secluded beaches.
Mountain Bike Trails
With over 45 kilometers of trails across the ranch, forest, and coastline, Hacienda Pinilla provides scenic and challenging routes suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to experts.
Surfing
Hacienda Pinilla is an excellent base for surfing trips, featuring six waves at Playa Avellanas and private access to Playa Langosta’s beach breaks. Nearby surf spots include Playa Negra reef breaks (10 minutes south) and Tamarindo’s river mouth and beach breaks (10 minutes north).
Rates and Booking
Rates cover up to 10 guests. Additional charges apply for each guest beyond the 10th, up to the maximum occupancy of 12. Please include the total number of guests in your booking to receive an accurate quote.
Important Notes
The Island House is located in a private, gated community primarily inhabited by full-time residents and families. A strict noise policy is enforced between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. This property is not suitable for parties or large events. It is ideal for groups of adults and families who respect community rules and neighbors.
If you plan to host a large gathering, party, or cause excessive noise, please select a different property. Noise violations will result in immediate eviction without a refund.
Highlight Features
- Multiple water features
- Heated Jacuzzi
- Signature floating island outdoor living area beneath a double-height open-air ceiling
- Spacious outdoor uncovered BBQ grill area
- Surrounding forest backdrop with tropical flora, birds, and monkeys
- Daily housekeeping service (Monday - Saturday)
- MistAway mosquito misting system around the property
- Very private setting
- Concierge team available to customize your experience
Services
Daily housekeeping is provided Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., ensuring a comfortable and stress-free stay. The Beach Club membership includes access to chairs, umbrellas, and a gym for a perfect beach day.
Our concierge team offers assistance with in-house catering, sunset cruises, adventure tours, and recommendations for secluded beaches. Transportation arrangements to and from Liberia International Airport, San Jose International Airport, or rental car bookings are also available.
Popular Tours
- Catamaran sailing trips
- Rio Celeste tour featuring crystal-clear blue waters, hiking, sloth sightings, and waterfalls
- Diamante Eco Adventure Park with zip lines, an animal sanctuary including sloths, and ATV rides
- Cañon de La Vieja tour offering hot springs, volcanic mud baths, horseback riding, tubing, and hanging bridges
Hacienda Pinilla Activities
- Horseback riding
- Tennis
- Golf
- Mountain biking trails
- Pickleball
- Yoga and Barre classes
Nearby Adventures
- Canopy Pinilla zip line tours
- Surf lessons at Avellanas
- Holistic events at La Senda
- Black Stallion Ranch tours
Reviews
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Recent Reviews
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Felicia
1 month ago
Overall, the island house was a great place for our family’s needs. The housekeeper, Mary, was phenomenal. She went above and beyond for our family and we cannot thank her enough! We were under the assumption we had access to the laundry room, but the housekeeper only has access. The housekeeper handled all of our laundry needs. I also want to thank Rose for her support. I could not rate this property 5 stars, as we experienced some issues throughout the stay. It appeared they have an ant issue. Based on the geographical location, we are aware there will be animals and insects. However, some of the guests were awoken by ants crawling in their beds; particularly the room where the bunk beds are and the kitchen. The TVs were not functioning properly. The hot tub was losing water at various times and required refilling. We also did not have running water for about a hour. Customer service was great. They responded to our questions, requests, and handled our concerns in a timely manner!
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Laura
1 month ago
I rarely write reviews but felt compelled following our stay at the Island House. We were a group of two families, with 4 boys and the house was wonderful! A few comments for those considering a stay: 1. Mary (the housekeeper) comes daily and she is INCREDIBLE. Mary is lovely, cleans and does laundry daily and will cook breakfast daily. Truly a break for parents on vacation. 2. We hired Chef Daniel for brunch and dinner during our stay and he was fantastic. He was great with our boys and the food was delicious. Cannot recommend him enough!! 3. The main road into Pinilla is under construction which significantly altered how we spent our time. The alt route is a bumpy dirt road for 25 mins, you can’t just “run out”. You get used to it but it is an inconvenience and I wish I had known prior to booking. 4. The house has a troop of monkeys that like to visit in the mornings and they are awesome. 5. Pass on golf carts - not necessary or worth the money. Easy enough to just take a car.
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Tom
1 month ago
Great House for entertaining. The privacy is nice, but not much is close by. A rental car is a MUST as nothing is really within walking distance. The dirt road leading up to the resort/development is a bit rough as well. Make sure to have a car with clearance and perhaps a 4 wheel drive. I can’t imagine some of those dirt roads after heavy rains. With road construction, it was closer to 45 min to Tamarindo. Maybe when the new road opens, it’ll be closer? Also, the listing stated that laundry facilities were available, however the owner keeps the laundry room locked up and the housekeeper is solely responsible for doing your laundry which we felt was a bit misleading and obviously preferred to do our own laundry on our own time. The chef/housekeeper although is a nice touch, is only available during morning hours. Overall it was a really nice home, and I’d be happy to stay there again. The team was really responsive to our requests, and was really helpful at times.
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Riley
2 months ago
This was a very enjoyable stay. We have been to Costa Rica a few times and this was a great home. We were familiar with the area and picked this house because of previous experiences. It has a great location away from traffic yet close to the beach. We will stay again.
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Alfredo
6 months ago
Great house, just as described. Joel was always responsive and very friendly.
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Víctor
8 months ago
The house is very nice, nicely decorated and in general you can enjoy it a lot as a family, since its layout helps you enjoy it a lot.
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Ryan
1 year ago
House was great and exactly as it was presented in the pictures. However, the communication was not good. Multiple times they failed to notify the security team that allows entry into Hacienda Pinilla which created a problem for us. They are also slow to respond and not available 24/7 as advertised. The house, pool and grounds were great, only the communication needs major improvement.
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Jonatán
1 year ago
Thank you. My friends loved Costa Rica and Pinilla.
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France
1 year ago
We had a wonderful stay at the island house. The house exceeded our expectations from the photos. The backyard was private, had shade to escape the sun and was full of chirping birds and moneys. We saw the monkeys in the trees several times throughout our stay - including several babies. The house was well stocked with supplies and kitchen amenities, plenty big for two families, had comfortable beds and pillows and perfectly cool air conditioning in each room. The hosts were quick to respond to any of our inquiries and overall communication was great. We arranged our transport to/from the airport, golf carts and rides into town through them and it worked out very well. We also had an issue with our safe and they resolved it within a few hours. All that said, the best part of the house was Mary. She was lovely to have around, made amazing breakfasts and kept everything neat and clean.
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Jorge
1 year ago
The house is beautiful, spacious and very well maintained. Maricruz's service at the house every day was exceptional. The location is perfect and very convenient. Overall very good service. Highly recommended.
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