3 confortable bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and beautiful views. Meters away from the beach of Pilón and its amazing pealing waves. You will hear the ocean from the property. If you dont want to drive this is the place to be. We are a family that live onsite in a different unit & can provide a unique personalised experience. Our full concierge service includes: Transfers Gourmet meals Surfboards, SUP’s, kayaks & horses Rentals, lessons and tours. The space The house is really fresh because is well insulated and looks into the breeze. It has 3 different levels: On the ground level, everything is open except the fully equipped kitchen that any chef would love to cook on. A beautiful mango wood table that comfortably sits 10 people, overlooks to the garden and its connected to the kitchen by a window, so you can save some trips. The corridor has a super cool hanging lounge bed and a hammock. and there is a toilet so you don't have to go upstairs. On the first floor, a big open living room separates the two bedrooms, so theres some privacy between them. its equipped with a hard wood ping pong table and 4 couches, where you can relax, read your favourite book or play some ukelele. This is also the perfect spot to do some yoga or after surf stretching. There are a few yoga mats, TRX, rubber bands for the guests to use. On the top level, at the mango's canopy height,it 's The bird's nest, a super cosy bedroom with panoramic views that include the ocean. it also has its own bathroom. The property is totally enclosed for safety and privacy and it is beautifully landscaped with fruit trees and all kinds of ornamentals. Be alert to forage some of the fruits available: Young pipas for coconut water, papayas, bananas, mangos, pineapples, starfruits, guanábanas, surinam cherries, miracle fruits, ginger, tumeric, lemmon grass, etc... There are a few swings and a slack line around the garden, so kids can play freely and parents can relax on a safe and controlled environment. Within short Walking distance, you will find: 3 worldclass surfbreaks to choose from depending on the conditions and your skill level Empty beach to walk on for miles Beautiful pasture lands all around, so get ready to interact with cows and horses... All kind of birds...Scarlet macaws, tucans, humming birds and many more. Guest access There is actually no need for a car here... You can walk to the surf. There is a supermarket about a mile away. And there are a few trucks that come and deliver fruits and vegetables to our door. Fish can be found fresh at the beach, straight from the boats. However, if you want to move around... There are a few taxis that can take you anywhere and also the possibility of having a rental quad delivered at the property upon your arrival. If you bring your own car, theres plenty of space inside and in front of the property for you to park on.

## Overview

- Three comfortable bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and beautiful views.
- Located just meters from Pilón Beach and its impressive peeling waves.
- The sound of the ocean can be heard from the property.
- A car is not necessary, as the beach and surf breaks are within walking distance.
- The host family lives on-site in a separate unit and provides a personalized experience.

## Concierge Services

Full concierge service is available, including:

- Transfers
- Gourmet meals
- Surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, and horses
- Equipment rentals
- Lessons
- Tours

## The Space

The house stays cool thanks to its excellent insulation and natural breezes. It is arranged across three levels.

### Ground Level

The ground floor has an open layout, apart from the fully equipped kitchen, which is ideal for preparing meals. A beautiful mango-wood dining table seats 10 people comfortably and overlooks the garden. A serving window connects the dining area to the kitchen, making it easy to move between the two spaces.

The corridor includes:

- A hanging lounge bed
- A hammock
- A toilet for added convenience

### First Floor

A large, open living room separates the two bedrooms, providing privacy between them. This level includes:

- A hardwood ping-pong table
- Four couches for relaxing, reading, or playing the ukulele
- Yoga mats
- TRX equipment
- Resistance bands

The living room also provides an ideal space for yoga and post-surf stretching.

### Top Level

At the height of the mango tree canopy is the Bird’s Nest, a cozy bedroom with panoramic views, including views of the ocean. It also has a private bathroom.

## Garden and Outdoor Area

The property is fully enclosed for safety and privacy and is beautifully landscaped with fruit trees and ornamental plants. Guests may find a variety of fresh fruits and herbs growing around the property, including:

- Young coconuts for coconut water
- Papayas
- Bananas
- Mangos
- Pineapples
- Star fruit
- Guanábanas
- Surinam cherries
- Miracle fruit
- Ginger
- Turmeric
- Lemongrass

The garden also features several swings and a slackline, giving children space to play while parents relax in a safe, controlled environment.

## Nearby Attractions

Within a short walking distance, guests can enjoy:

- Three world-class surf breaks, with options suited to different conditions and skill levels
- An empty beach stretching for miles
- Beautiful surrounding pastureland, where cows and horses can often be seen
- A wide variety of birds, including scarlet macaws, toucans, hummingbirds, and many others

## Guest Access and Transportation

A car is not necessary, as the surf breaks are accessible on foot. A supermarket is located approximately one mile away, and local trucks regularly deliver fresh fruits and vegetables directly to the property.

Fresh fish can be purchased at the beach directly from the boats.

For exploring the surrounding area, guests can use:

- Local taxis, which can take you anywhere
- A rental quad delivered to the property upon arrival

Guests arriving by car will find plenty of parking space inside and in front of the property.

Steps from Pilón Beach, this 3BR surf house offers ocean sounds, en-suite rooms, and panoramic canopy views. Walk to three world-class breaks, then unwind in a lush garden.

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3BR villa in Pavones

Villa in Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Great place, really nice people, can't get a better location if u want to surf

We had an awesome time staying at Brais’ place. The location was perfect, the neighborhood had such a friendly, local feel, and it was easy to settle right in. We loved being so close to great surf, and it made for an amazing trip. One afternoon we were treated to local tamales, the best we’ve ever had! We’ll definitely stay here again and can’t wait to come back!

Staying here really makes you feel like a local. Brais and G are awesome, super welcoming and just really great people. They make the whole experience feel special, whether it’s pointing you to the best waves or showing you how to pull a coconut off the tree, cutting it and drinking the best coconut water you’ve ever had. The house has everything you need. Great AC in the bedrooms, comfy beds, and a kitchen that’s more than fully stocked. They will hook you up with the local produce truck (incredible fruit, veggies, even local chickens) and will point you to where to get fresh fish. You’re not just a tourist here, you actually feel like you’re experiencing the place the right way. Brais is also a certified surf instructor and has a great selection of boards right there. So whether you’re looking to learn to surf or just want great insights on the Pilon breaks he’s an amazing resource. Can’t recommend it enough. Pilon is beautiful on its own, but staying here is the best.

Staying at Brais’s place is a very special experience. The home is on a property where our exceptional hosts, Brais and G, live with their small children. There is another unit on the property as well. But despite the proximity, my husband and I were very happy with the space and privacy (we did book the entire home rather than just one room). The home is not fancy but quite comfortable with indoor-outdoor living, a beautiful garden, air-conditioned bedrooms, and a very well-stocked kitchen. The location is unbeatable - a very short walk down the road to the waves and a walkable beach. Brais has a great collection of boards, and the best tips for the local breaks. Pavones grocery stores are notoriously lacking, but Brais and G hooked us up with wonderful home-baked bread, local milk, eggs, fruit, and even fresh tamales. The vegetable truck rolls through a couple of times weekly. We loved our time here so much that we extended our stay, and we hope to return again soon.

Brais and G went above and beyond as hosts. They are so kind and thoughtful and made me and my friends feel so at home. G’s bread is amazing (highly recommend ordering it) and they have a great board selection. We are all planning on coming on a regular basis :)

We stayed here for 2 weeks, with a group of 6 friends on a birthday surf trip. The house was clean, with a large and well stocked kitchen. The beds and pillows were very comfortable, and there are bidets in the washrooms! Brais and G were truly wonderful hosts, and we enjoyed our interactions with them and their lovely children. They went above and beyond to make sure that our needs were met and we had a great time! We will be back, and definitely recommend it as a great place to stay.

Words cannot begin to explain what a magical time this was staying at the Seacret Spot. We travelled to Costa Rica with 3 small children and this was the perfect place to explore the area and to get a feel for the true Pura Vida mentality. The Pilon neighbourhood is really mellow and surrounded by incredible natural beauty and wildlife. We would wake up to a whole orchestra of birdsong every day which is definitely something we will miss. The beach was a stone’s throw from the house and if you surf the point break was super fun and had some of the best waves I’ve seen in a long time . I had some really great waves myself and my kids and wife loved the “wave pool” smaller wave further down the shore. Brais and Géraldine are some of the brightest and nicest people I have met and their kids were so smart and friendly too. They really helped out a bunch of times and could not have been more pleasant or charming. They really do live the life I wouldn’t hesitate to come back Pura Vida

We absolutely loved Brais and Gs place and their family!! Not only is the house perfectly set up and comfortable for us and our 2 kids, staying at the seacret spot was a beautiful experience in so many ways.  We will be back !!

Brais and G’s place was a wonderful experience in total. From the friendly and accommodating early arrival to his great local recommendations and G’s amazing homemade bread, and neighbors tamales they so generously shared with us. The house itself is a great tropical home, the layout with kitchen downstairs and rooms on either end of the second floor with a fun game/exercise open space to hangout. The attic room is a really fun space with peekaboo ocean views. The kitchen has every accoutrement needed to make and prep meals. The grounds are beautiful with tropical landscape surrounding the house. It was a short walk to great surf and spectacular sunsets. Short drive to a local market and few eateries. We hope to visit again soon. Pura Vida!

I can’t say enough good things about this place and Brais and G as hosts! From the moment we booked the place and throughout the whole stay, Brais was very responsive and helpful. Our flights were a little delayed and they reached out to make sure we didn’t get lost getting into the rural town and then greeted us on arrival with a tour! The property is gated so we felt very safe the whole time we were there. Great location walkable to the beach and a great surf spot, as well as a store nearby for groceries. G made us the most delicious bread while we were there and helped us get coconuts from their tree for fresh coconut water. Brais and G even joined my family and the Pilon/Pavones community for my uncle’s memorial paddle out, as he was a friend and part time local there for over 30 years. This trip was so special and staying at the seacret spot made it so much better than we ever expected! We can’t wait to come back and stay here again someday!

Brais and G’s place was exactly what we wanted out of our stay, and then some. Their place is walkable to the beach and great surf. They are removed from any form of hustle and bustle. Rooms are air conditioned and very comfy, the kitchen is big and well equipped. We cooked in it almost every night for two weeks and loved it. The porch/living spaces are awesome and the ping pong table upstairs is great for afternoon thunderstorms and cold beers. Their kids are amazing, super smart and kind. We cannot wait to go back. Highly recommend their spot to anyone!

Brais and his lovely family are the best hosts. They welcomed us into the house as their family, provided us with all the assistance and the best advice in the area, in addition to getting any other details they needed.  The house has the best location in the area, you can walk to some of the best waves on the planet, one block from the beach, with an environment of nature, animals and fruits in abundance. The kitchen is super-equipped with everything you need, the house is spacious and has different cool areas to rest and share. We are very happy to have found this house and especially to have met this nice family, thank you for everything, and we will return as soon as possible. Pura Vida 🙂

Brais y su linda familia son los  mejores anfitriones, nos recibieron en la casa como su familia, nos proporcionaram toda la asistencia y los mejores consejos del área, además de conseguir cualquier otro detalle que necesiten.  La Casa tiene la mejor ubicación de la zona, puedes ir caminando a algunas de las mejores olas del planeta, a una cuadra de la playa,  con un entorno de naturaleza, animales y frutas en abundancia. La cocina es super equipada con todo lo necesario, la casa es amplia y tiene diferentes zonas frescas para descansar y compartir. Estamos muy felices por haber encontado esa casa y en especial por haber conocido esa linda familia, gracias por todo, y volveremos asi que posible. Pura Vida 🙂

Highly recommended with everything needed for a fun Pura Vida adventure :-)

This place is a hidden gem. Not only is the house beautiful and well taken care of, but you are within walking distance to fun waves for all abilities. If that wasn't enough Brais, Geraldine, and their kids are the most amazing hosts! They rented us boards, made us bread, gave local recommendations, and their kids played lots with our son. We are so lucky we found their place, I can't say enough good things about it. Thank you for everything we can't wait to come back again.

Very family-like, Brais and Geraldine helped us immediately with any questions. They had also arranged unforgettable excursions for us. It was very nice, thank you very much.

Sehr Familär, bei Fragen hat uns Brais und Geraldine sofort geholfen. Sie hatten auch für uns unverhessliche Ausflüge arrangiert. Es war sehr schön, vielen Dank.

Our stay was great. We fell in love with the place, it is very quiet and very pretty. Brais and Géraldine were excellent guests and always very attentive. The house is beautiful and has a lot of style. We definitely recommend this house.

Nuestra estadía estuvo estupenda. Nos enamoramos del lugar, es muy tranquilo y muy bonito. Brais y Géraldine fueron excelentes huéspedes y siempre muy atentos. La casa es preciosa y tiene mucho estilo. Recomendamos esta casa sin ninguna duda.

Great value and had all that we needed.  Everything was either as advertised or better than advertised. Next time we come to Pilon it'll definitely be at the secret spot.

It was a very relaxing home to stay.  We felt a part of the area right away.  Brais was not on the premises during our time but he was very helpful in setting up outings and making us feel at home.

We, a family of five, had a wonderful time staying at Brais house, and it truly exceeded our expectations! This charming "Seacret Spot" was build with lots of love and artistically skills. Such a treat for us! The house was even more impressive than the pictures. It felt like coming to a close friends house and we also has been treated like friends! We felt very private on the property with very nice and helpful neighbors. Brais is a very gentle and friendly host who we could ask anything 24/7 and he can help you with surfing, horse riding , anything... The whole area felt very save for us and the local people in Puerto Pilon are very friendly also. The beach ist very nice- very natural and a bit rocky (like most beaches in that area) but offers nice spots for bathing and you can surf for example the "leftover" of the well known Pavonnes- wave (ideal for beginners like us). There are supermarkets and a very nice Soda in walking distance-we loved evything and hope to come back !

Wow - an incredible experience! The best hosts we’ve encountered. They are welcoming & knowledgeable & made sure we had everything we needed. From yummy food, surf lessons, activities for the kiddos & info on the area - Brais & Géraldine are more then incredible hosts - they are incredible people! The location is fantastic for surfing, beach days, fishing and anything you are wanting from a holiday. We’re a family of 6. The house was spotless. Fully stocked kitchen, cozy beds, ping pong for the older kiddos & swings for the littles. They’ve literally thought of everything to make your stay amazing. We spent 3 months travelling the country & our last month here. We wish we would have started our journey with Brais & Géraldine! Honestly we can’t recommend the seacret spot enough. When you book just ask for “una da cada” (1 of everything 😂), fishing, horseback riding, hiking, missions and making new friends. You won’t be disappointed! Pura vida and a huge THANK YOU!

Incredible spot. Close to great waves. Such nice hosts — they are incredible European chefs and have everything dialed. Loved our stay.

Perfect location, beautiful house, and great hosts. Highly recommend!

Brais’ house in Piñon is pure magic!  Just steps from two fantastic surf spots with a beach that stretches forever you don’t want to miss it.  We spent a month there and enjoyed every moment.  Brais was an amazing host, sharing local information and even getting our kiddo setup to go to jungle school two days a week.  You can easily walk to two surf spots (one great for beginners and one more advance).  The beach is rocky at low tide and gorgeous!  There are two restaurants (amigos and Gabby’s) and a small market within about 1.5 from the house.   We were there in dry season so walking wasn’t bad but not sure how it would be during wet season.  If you want to get around and explore I’d rent a car in Golfito and drive down.  Pavones is just a 20 drive south and there’s lots to explore.  We will be coming back!

The Seacret Spot was amazing! This was the perfect spot for a Costa Rican surf vacation and a family of 7. Our older kids loved the surf, and our little one loved the fresh fruit, neighborhood animals, and swings in the yard. We enjoyed fresh fish from local fishermen and getting to know the friendly neighbors. Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer, pura vida!

We stayed for a full month at Brais's place and we wish it could have been longer.  The more we stayed the more we loved it!  The location was just a 5 minute stroll to the beach and about 10 from where we liked to play.  I'll be honest, when we first arrived  we were a little disappointed in the beach.  There were lots of big rocks out in the water and it really wasn't the sandy beach we dreamt about.  But as we spent some time walking up and down the beach and talking to other people, we found a great spot just up the way.  In the end we just accepted that every beach is a little different and it just took some getting used to.)  We loved walking past the farmer Rigo's place, the cows and horses in the field and the other friendly neighbors including ex-pats and local fishermen on our daily outings.  This house is what our 9 year old son would call "rural".  Brais's house is definitely the quiet (except for all the cows, birds, chickens and insects) getaway and not the city night life getaway.  We love being out away from the hustle bustle and that's exactly what we got.  There was a grocery store just 5 minutes away so it wasn't difficult to get food.  There were also a few "sodas" or small restaurants around if you prefer to eat out.  The house itself was amazing too!  AC in the bedrooms, fun outdoor living, fully loaded kitchen, washer and dryer that actually work, a beautiful yard and on and on.  We seriously can't say enough good.  We've traveled all around Costa Rica staying at over 15 Airbnb's and for what our family (2 adults and 6 kids) needed.  This made the top of the list for our budget.  Well done Brais!

10/10 for this place! if you're thinking about coming to Pavones, I would just go ahead and book this. The house is beautiful and equipped with everything you need in the kitchen, great seating areas and AC in the rooms! 1 minute walk to a very quiet beach by the house and a short 10 minute drive to the center of Pavones. Would recommend it to all my friends!

This was our second time staying with Brais which tells you everything you need to know! A stunning location, beautiful house and gardens, and right next to the beach. It is stylish, impeccable,  and Brais will take the time to hook you up with fresh eggs, fresh-baked bread and five-star meals. We treasure this spot very much and will be coming back soon!

Our 8 day stay at Brais’s place was perfect! He and his wife are wonderful hosts. The house was even better than I was expecting. The three bedrooms with attached bathrooms are beautiful. The grounds are perfect for indoor/outdoor living. Brais cooked for us three nights - paella, wow! - and we learned all sorts of cool culinary tricks. The kitchen is fully appointed so we did well even when cooking for ourselves. Brais even stocked the kitchen so we were ready upon arrival and did some wine shopping too. I’ve already directed two people to Brais’s Airbnb profile since our departure a week ago. For sure, the next time we visit the Pavones area, this is where we’ll stay.

We had a truly amazing stay! I have stayed in quite a few Airbnbs, and this was one of my best experiences. Brias and Geraldine are excellent hosts and also professional chefs. It is a 5-minute walk to leftovers, which is a super nice, consistent beginner point break, and middles. The rooms were extremely clean and comfortable, and each had its own private bathroom. Each had a strong AC, and consistent internet access for checking emails etc. The kitchen is stocked like a professional kitchen. The ping pong table was great for rainly day fun. The garden had amazing mangos, bananas, coconuts, turmeric and many other edible plants to pick. We got fresh fish from the fishermen neighbors including tuna and snapper and fresh eggs from next door. Brais helped us get groceries, get boards, and took us to the river to go kayaking. We could also use a 4-wheel drive car for a fee, though both of us were not super comfortable with a stick shift but next time we will practice before coming! Brais also arrived for a boat to pick us up (which was fun though a little bouncy!) and a taxi to take us back to golfito. Brais made us excellent pizza one night and paella another! I went for a walk on the beach every night (if we were not surfing) and there was never anyone else. It is a really peaceful area.

Brais was a phenomenal host. The house is beautifully designed and very comfortable. The property is splendid. It is a two-minute walk to the beach and a five minute walk to great surf/swimming. In addition, Brais is a talented cook and prepared for us the best paella I've ever had, using fresh turmeric from his own garden. He helped with all our needs and made the experience tranquil and memorable. We can't wait to return next year!

We stayed here 5 nights at the end of our 7 week stay in Costa Rica with our 8 & 9 year olds. The place is very special. You can walk to several beaches and surf breaks for all levels and you’ll be walking by baby cows nursing on their mothers, horses munching grasses, and chickens clucking around. It’s very rustico and tranquil. The surfing is world class! The house is spotless and each room is comfortable and well appointed with very nice mattresses and good AC. Kitchen had literally everything you might need and was the most well appointed kitchen I’ve ever seen in a rental. We had nice surfing equipment and paddle boards at our disposal complimentary with our stay. Our kids paddle boarded, surfed and did some horse lessons. They also enjoyed the ping pong and tire swing. We picked fresh oranges from the orange tree and made ourselves OJ each morning. We had the hosts cook a few dinners for us and it was so relaxing to just chill after surfing and have someone else take care of everything. We also bought fresh milk and eggs from the neighbors. The people are very kind and laid back and wave hello to you as you walk by. Overall it was a great trip to see a different way of life for us and our kids, one that is a slower pace. We all got better with surfing too as the waves were consistent. Great memories!

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