Includes Private Chef for two meals per day and Daily Maid Service. Casa Taj is a stunning Spanish Colonial beachfront mansion with exquisite architecture, offering over 8,200 sq. ft. of interior space. Rich double-crown moldings, granite finishes, and meticulous Spanish Colonial décor create a luxurious retreat with 9 bedrooms, 9½ bathrooms, and space for up to 26 guests. The living room features large bay windows that open to a generous veranda with breathtaking ocean views. The space Includes Private Chef for two meals per day and Daily Maid Service. Casa Taj is a stunning Spanish Colonial beachfront mansion with exquisite architecture, offering over 8,200 sq. ft. of interior space. Rich double-crown moldings, granite finishes, and meticulous Spanish Colonial décor create a luxurious retreat with 9 bedrooms, 9½ bathrooms, and space for up to 26 guests. The living room features large bay windows that open to a generous veranda with breathtaking ocean views. Enjoy the wood-paneled home theatre with leather seating and a 63-inch screen, or explore the library filled with books. The home offers ample space, including security safes in all bedrooms, an entertainment cinema, a professional kitchen, a lavish dining area, a sit-up bar, and expansive hallways. Casa Taj is designed for maximum comfort and a memorable stay by the sea. Guests can sleep in 9 individually air-conditioned bedrooms. The home includes 9 full and 1 half bathrooms. Experience the unique charm of three "open-air" bathrooms located in bedrooms Mono, Peces, and Cactus. With ceilings reaching 3 meters and open space (no windows) above 1.50 metres, these spaces offer a delightful blend of outdoor ambiance and indoor comfort. Above this height, the space is either left empty or covered with a grid/lattice, allowing natural light and ventilation to flow freely. Bedroom Set-up: 1st floor: 3 bedrooms (Accessible directly from the parking area and pool/garden; no stairs) • Bedroom #1 (Licor Room): 1 King bed bottom + 1 Twin bed top; 1 Queen bed bottom + 1 Twin bed top • Bedroom #2 (Playa Room): 2 Bunk beds (same setup as Licor Room) • Bedroom #3 (Amor Room): 1 King bed (In the Amor Bedroom, there are no windows as they were sealed, so it relies solely on artificial lighting for brightness) 2nd floor: 2 bedrooms (Accessible via stairs) • Bedroom #4 (Pura Vida Room): 1 King bed • Bedroom #9 (Cactus Room): 1 King bed (Open-air shower) 3rd floor: 4 bedrooms (Accessible via stairs) • Bedroom #5 (Flamingo Room): 1 King bed • Bedroom #6 (Palmera Room): 1 King bed • Bedroom #7 (Mono Room): 1 King bed (Open-air shower) • Bedroom #8 (Peces Room): 1 King bed (Open-air shower) The fully equipped eat-in kitchen with marble countertops includes a breakfast bar. Your stay includes a private chef for two meals per day, though food costs are not included and must be covered by guests. Daily maid service ensures a relaxing, worry-free vacation. Bartender service is available upon request (extra fee). Please note that the kitchen, living room, and dining room are only accessible via stairs (2nd floor). The mansion also features 2,000 sq. ft. of covered balconies, wrapping around the house with ample seating where you can enjoy the Pacific coast's vibrant sunsets. The lagoon-style pool and terrace are perfect for soaking up the sun, and a gas grill completes the outdoor area. A security guard is provided during evening/night hours outside the house, for a worry-free stay. Kayaks and other water sports equipment are available for a one-time fee. Occupancy and Pricing: The nightly rate covers an occupancy of 18 guests (based on 2 per room). We charge for additional guests in 2025: • $170 + 13% taxes/night in high season and holiday weeks • $151 + 13% taxes/night in mid-season • $113 + 13% taxes/night in low season Rates will increase in 2026 to: • $183 + 13% taxes/night in high season and holiday weeks • $162 + 13% taxes/night in mid-season • $121 + 13% taxes/night in low season Add this listing to your wishlist by clicking the heart in the upper-right corner. Please note: ◇ The primary guest must be 21 or older to book. ◇ At check-in, we verify guest identities to ensure the people staying are the ones who booked the property. Other things to note Included services - Swimming pool - Parking - Air conditioning - Bed linen - Internet Access - Towels Optional services - Late check-in 18:00 - 20:00: Price: USD 20.00 per booking. - Late check-in 22:00 - 00:00: Price: USD 60.00 per booking. - Late check-in 20:00 - 22:00: Price: USD 40.00 per booking. - Cot/Crib: Price: USD 30.00 per day. - Baby high chair: Price: USD 30.00 per day.

## The Space

Casa Taj is an elegant Spanish Colonial beachfront mansion featuring over 8,200 square feet of interior living space. The home showcases exquisite architecture with rich double-crown moldings, granite finishes, and carefully curated Spanish Colonial décor, creating a luxurious and inviting atmosphere.

This spacious retreat includes:

- 9 bedrooms, each individually air-conditioned  
- 9 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom  
- Accommodation for up to 26 guests  
- Large bay windows in the living room that open onto a generous veranda with stunning ocean views  

Additional indoor amenities include:

- A wood-paneled home theater with leather seating and a 63-inch screen  
- A well-stocked library  
- Security safes in every bedroom  
- A professional-grade kitchen with marble countertops and a breakfast bar  
- A lavish dining area and a sit-up bar  
- Expansive hallways for comfortable movement throughout the home  

Three bedrooms (Mono, Peces, and Cactus) feature unique "open-air" bathrooms. These bathrooms have ceilings approximately 3 meters high with open space above 1.5 meters, either left uncovered or covered with lattice, allowing natural light and ventilation while blending indoor comfort with an outdoor ambiance.

## Bedroom Setup

### First Floor (Accessible directly from parking and pool/garden; no stairs)
- Bedroom 1 (Licor Room): 1 king bed (bottom) + 1 twin bed (top), 1 queen bed (bottom) + 1 twin bed (top)  
- Bedroom 2 (Playa Room): 2 bunk beds (same setup as Licor Room)  
- Bedroom 3 (Amor Room): 1 king bed (no windows; relies on artificial lighting)  

### Second Floor (Accessible via stairs)
- Bedroom 4 (Pura Vida Room): 1 king bed  
- Bedroom 9 (Cactus Room): 1 king bed with open-air shower  

### Third Floor (Accessible via stairs)
- Bedroom 5 (Flamingo Room): 1 king bed  
- Bedroom 6 (Palmera Room): 1 king bed  
- Bedroom 7 (Mono Room): 1 king bed with open-air shower  
- Bedroom 8 (Peces Room): 1 king bed with open-air shower  

## Services and Amenities

- Private chef included for two meals per day (food costs not included)  
- Daily maid service for a hassle-free stay  
- Bartender service available upon request for an additional fee  
- Security guard on duty during evening and night hours outside the house  
- Swimming pool with lagoon-style design  
- 2,000 square feet of covered balconies with ample seating to enjoy Pacific coast sunsets  
- Outdoor terrace with a gas grill  
- Kayaks and other water sports equipment available for a one-time fee  
- Parking and internet access provided  
- Bed linens and towels included  

Please note that the kitchen, living room, and dining room are only accessible via stairs on the second floor.

## Location and Outdoor Features

The mansion is situated beachfront, offering breathtaking views of the ocean. The expansive covered balconies wrap around the house, providing plenty of space to relax and take in the vibrant sunsets over the Pacific. The lagoon-style pool and terrace area are ideal for sunbathing and outdoor enjoyment. A gas grill is available for outdoor cooking.

## Occupancy and Pricing

The nightly rate includes accommodation for 18 guests (based on two guests per bedroom). Additional guests are charged as follows:

### 2025 Rates (per extra guest, per night, plus 13% tax)
- High season and holiday weeks: $170  
- Mid-season: $151  
- Low season: $113  

### 2026 Rates (per extra guest, per night, plus 13% tax)
- High season and holiday weeks: $183  
- Mid-season: $162  
- Low season: $121  

## Booking and Policies

- The primary guest must be at least 21 years old to book.  
- Guest identities are verified at check-in to ensure the booking corresponds to the guests staying.  

## Optional Services

- Late check-in between 18:00 and 20:00: $20 per booking  
- Late check-in between 20:00 and 22:00: $40 per booking  
- Late check-in between 22:00 and 00:00: $60 per booking  
- Cot/crib rental: $30 per day  
- Baby high chair rental: $30 per day

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Beachfront Estate | Private Chef, 9 Br, Sleeps 26 - Villas for Rent in Potrero, Provincia de Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Wow! Gustavo, Moises, Beatriz, Mileidy, and the other staff filling in on their days off were incredible. The food and value that Gustavo and Moises provided were wonderful. Beatriz and Mileidy kept the place perfectly clean. It truly was a vacation because of the staff.

The house was as described. Pool had no steps to enter or exit.  Pool towels few for our number of guests.  We washed a load nightly as maid service did not have any ready til noon.   Bonfires cost extra,  ocean stuff extra, 5 gallon water bottles extra.  I felt nickeled  and dimed for everything. Other locations we visited, these are included. Food good but descriptions need work.  Not a fan of wet cakes.   Several crabs in the house on lower level.  Doors did not seal so easy entrance for pests.  Bedroom and bathrooms did not have locks and doors were loud closing and hinges squeaked. Lower bedroom to left had no hot water in shower, all shower drains very slow.  Multiple flushes per toilet use.  Wood floors made  squeaking noise when walking on them.  Very noisy house. Very dark house.  Lower level and stairs dungeon like.  East to get to grocery stores and town from beach.  Ocean itself was quiet and safe.

Thank you, Nancy, for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We appreciate you noting that the home matched the description and that you enjoyed the calm and safe ocean as well as the convenient location. Regarding the pool, while it does not have traditional steps, it does feature a low-level entry on one side, and we are currently reviewing options to improve accessibility. Pool towels are provided in each bedroom, with additional towels available on the terrace; our housekeeping team washes them daily upon request as part of our water-saving practices. The hot water issue in one of the showers was addressed, and at the time of inspection the toilets were functioning properly. The doors on the beach level are sealed; however, leaving doors open for longer periods during the day may still allow small crabs to enter, but our staff is always happy to assist with removing them. The bathroom doors are part of the private en-suite bedrooms and therefore do not have locks; any noise from doors or hinges has since been addressed and corrected. Optional extra services are being reviewed, and we thank you for sharing your perspective. The menu is discussed regularly with the chef during each stay to accommodate preferences; while we understand the dessert was not to your taste, it has been enjoyed by many other guests. We appreciate your comments, as they help us continue improving the experience for future guests. Best Regards, Tropical Homes of Costa Rica

The house was as described and great for our large group of 18. The staff was incredible and really took our stay to the next level!

Hi Austin, we’re so happy to hear the house was just right for your group of 18 and that our staff helped make your stay extra special. Like you mentioned in your wonderful private comment, it’s amazing to know this trip will be one your group talks about for years. Your kind words about the team mean a lot, and we’ll be sure to share them with everyone. We’d be thrilled to welcome you all back anytime!

Maria was very helpful in helping a family of 23 people plan a week of fun. She assisted us in organizing several activities including river floating, nature walks, deep sea fishing, a private catamaran excursion, zip-lining, massages, arranging golf cart rentals and even a surprise birthday dinner for a family member, complete with flowers & a photographer. She made the process easy from the start. The staff took such great care of all of us. Gustavo, Moises, Leidi, Beatrice and the entire team did everything possible to ensure a relaxing and enjoyable stay. The meals prepared were delicious, the bartending services, maintaining our rooms clean and fresh and even washing our clothes daily was amazing.  The amenities were endless, including access to kayaks &  paddle boards. We were beyond impressed. For a group of our size, with ages ranging from 6 years old to 78 years old, they made each & every one of us feel special and we are beyond grateful. Thank you Casa Taj for a great stay!

Wow Elizabeth, what an amazing message — thank you for letting us be part of such a special family trip! We're so happy to hear that Maria and the whole Casa Taj team made your stay smooth and memorable, from the adventures to the birthday surprise. It was a pleasure to host your wonderful group, and we hope to welcome you all back one day!

The staff was incredible! They were gracious, friendly and helpful. Food was amazing every night! We recommend using the Bartender services! Moses made great pinacoladas and Miami vices as well as mojitos and anything we asked! The location was great. Not too far from local restaurants and markets. One thing I was surprised was I thought the house came with the kayaks and paddle boards but was charged an extra $100. Beautiful space, highly recommend! Loved being right on the water!

Thank you so much for your kind words, Amanda! We're so happy to hear that you had an incredible time at Casa Taj and that our staff made your experience memorable. We're also glad you enjoyed the beautiful location, just steps from the water and close to local spots. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!

We had an amazing time at Casa Taj! We booked the house to hose our wedding event and we can’t say enough about how incredible both the location and the property were. The views were absolutely unforgettable, and the house itself felt like something out of a fairytale—perfect for a dream wedding. Beyond the special day, we spent eight unforgettable days enjoying everything Casa Taj had to offer. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, providing the perfect place to unwind. The staff was incredible—the chef prepared delicious breakfasts and dinners, and the maids were so efficient we barely noticed they were there! The house had everything we needed, and if we wanted anything extra, it was just a short golf cart ride or walk into town to pick it up. Evenings were magical as we watched the sunset over the ocean, and we spent several days swimming and relaxing. This house is truly extraordinary, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a perfect getaway to enjoy Potrero!

Thank you, Paul! We’re honored Casa Taj could be part of such a special occasion. It’s wonderful to hear that the views, the house, and the staff helped make your wedding and stay unforgettable. We’re so glad you enjoyed everything from the spacious rooms to the magical sunsets. We’d love to welcome you back for more amazing memories in Potrero!

We had a wonderful family union at Britta's home in Potrero, CR.  There were 16 family members coming from all over the USA for an extended family reunion.  It was the best gathering we have ever had.  The location made it perfect.  We loved the outdoor spaces.  It made it so easy and comfortable for us to gather and visit.  The staff and chef's made our visit so comfortable.  We all felt pampered.  We are so grateful for the care from the staff...so helpful, kind and generous.  We hope we can come back again sometime.  We all agreed that one week is not enough.  Thank you for making our family reunion the BEST EVER!!!

Thank you, Deborah, for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled that Casa Taj provided the perfect setting for your family reunion and that you felt so well cared for by the staff and chefs. It’s heartwarming to know it was such a memorable experience. We’d be delighted to welcome you all back—hopefully for a longer stay next time!

Great vacation stay was great food chefs great hospitality great things to do

Thank you, Derrick! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay, the food, and the hospitality at Casa Taj. We’d love to welcome you back for another great vacation!

Our stay was quite lovely at cottage. The chefs and housekeepers were great so friendly and accommodating couldn’t have asked for better service the concierge. Terry was wonderful And help us navigate getting to the house and getting our shuttles and everything recommend staying

Thank you, Mary! We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay at Casa Taj and appreciated the service from our chef, housekeepers, and Tere. We’d love to welcome you back again soon!

My family felt at home/loved the place: boys loved the pool and beach front access, my parents enjoyed their sunsets balcony side, everyone enjoyed Chef Gustavos breakfast and dinner prepared daily. We did 3 excursions: ***Catamaran - so much fun for the entire family and we saw whales! *Monteverde hike/zip line - it was too far and spent most of our time I'm transit. The kids had the most fun with the zip line. However, the description was outdated. There are no hummingbirds sadly. For the price we paid it failed to WOW the entire group unfortunately. ***Leona waterfall hike and swim - saved the best for last. The entire group enjoyed every part of this excursion. Amazing hike through the caves as well as swimming in the river and at the end where there is a beautiful waterfall. Some downside: -Catamaran crew told us they were not told about Vegetarian option and dietary/allergy restrictions -LOST power for an hour at the villa. Not sure what happened.

Thank you for your detailed review, Oliver! We're thrilled to hear that your family felt at home and enjoyed the pool, beachfront access, and Chef Gustavo's delicious meals. It’s wonderful to know that the Catamaran excursion was a hit and that the Leona waterfall hike was a highlight for everyone. We appreciate your feedback on the Monteverde Tour. We’ll look into updating our descriptions to better reflect current conditions. We’re also sorry to hear about the mix-up with dietary options on the Catamaran and the brief power outage. We’ll address these issues to improve future guests' experiences. Thank you again for staying with us, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you all again!

Stunning location ! We had a group of 24 and all fit comfortably. The group meals were nice and affordable compared to eating out (300-400 for groceries for dinner and breakfast for the group per day). I would definitely get golf carts to go to market/ beaches/ restaurants. You have to refill water in the house so you will need some sort of transportation. ( would be nice if they just included them with the house for the price you pay). The maids were fairy godmothers. Kept the house spotless and even did our laundry everyday. Ps don’t make the same mistake as we did the price is for 18 guests and is additional fee per person per night for additional guests over 18.

Thank you for your detailed review, Danielle! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the stunning location and found the space comfortable for your group. Your feedback is appreciated, and we’re glad you had a great stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!

We celebrated a family 50th wedding anniversary and stayed at this beautiful villa. The villa was spacious and we had the privilege of spreading out and coming together for meals, pool time and fun in the sun. The staff were incredible. The food prepared was always top notch and well worth the process to pay the chef each day or two to go shopping for us and get the needed groceries. We also loved being able to swim in the waves right out our front door. I will say some of the things we arranged on our own instead of through the Conceirge services because it was more than half the price savings, and others were more convenient to go through them. Also groceries and wine are very expensive there, so keep that in mind when you are planning your trip. All in all it was a great trip, fun had by all, and we had a nice balance of spending time in this beautiful house and going out on excursions!

Thank you for sharing your experience, Kara! We're delighted to hear your family had a wonderful stay at Casa Taj. We're thrilled everyone enjoyed a balanced time at the villa with exciting excursions. We hope to welcome you back for more special occasions!

Great fun house for a large group. Lots of amenities, house staff very responsive.

Thank you, Tony, for taking the time to leave us a review! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Casa Taj and appreciated the property amenities and its wonderful staff. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're thrilled that you had a positive experience. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.

Our stay was perfection. This place was one of the few places where the reality is even better than the beautiful pictures on the listing. We were able to coordinate everything before we set foot in Costa Rica via email and messaging. The chef, bartender, and housekeepers were personable and kind. They truly made the experience flawless for us. In terms of roominess and cleanliness- I could not have asked for more.

An absolute joy staying at casa taj! The staff was extremely friendly, Gustavo and Moises were amazing chefs and bartenders. The cleaning staff always tended to anything we needed. A perfect location for a family. We did not want to leave! Beautiful sunsets, beautiful beach, can’t recommend anymore!! Amazing amazing amazing!

Everything was absolutely perfect! One of the best family vacations we have ever been on...from the communication from the start to the incredible service we received throughout our stay. The place is incredible, and so amazing to have 9 private bedrooms with bathrooms. We all felt so comfortable. There was 16 of us, 8 adults and 8 children and they catered to our every need.  The pool, the hot tub, the beach were amazing. The warmest beach water we have ever been in..with no rocks in the ocean!  We swam in the waves for hours.  There is a full staff that are incredible. We loved them all...Mosies was amazing..Gustav the Chef was incredible, Manual who kept us safe, Yourhani the garderner and the incredible house cleaners made our stay just fantastic...special in so many ways. The Costa Rican people are so nice and we hope to come back and enjoy this incredible place again.

We were a group of 18 and had a wonderful time at Casa Taj! Great location, easy walk to beach. House was spacious and the meals cooked by the chef were delicious. The entire service staff was friendly and accomodating. Would highly recommend!

This by far was one of the best vacations I've ever had! The Costa Rican hospitality is truly unmatched. The house was amazing and the views phenomenal. It 100% lived up to its posting. I truly appreciate the house staff the most. They made our stay the greatest it could be. They were very accommodating and kind. They helped us navigate very well during our stay. The management team (Maria) was super helpful and provided prompt answers and help with questions we had. They gave us a personal tour of the home when we arrived and even worked with my boyfriend to plan a super sweet surprise for me on our arrival. The chef Gustavo was amazing! The food was always hot and delicious. The sous chef/bartender Moises was like one of the family! He kept our cups full and smiles on our faces. Beatriz and Leidi made sure the house was spotless every day! You would never know that there were 10 of us there. They even did OUR laundry! Guillermo kept the pool and grounds looking amazing and photo ready for our daily photo shoots, and Manuel kept us feeling safe and secure while we partied the nights away. They were easily like an extension of our own families. Man I wish I could keep them all! I would highly recommend this house a 100 times over! I plan to book again for a different season next year to experience more of what Potrero has to offer. Anyone who stays at Casa Taj will not be  disappointed! Pura Vida!!!

Wow, Gena, thank you very very much for everything you wrote! This is awesome. We are so happy that you enjoyed the time in Casa Taj, you are right, it is an amazing property. We are ready to welcome you back in Playa Potrero any time! Hope to see you soon! Kind regards, Maria & The Tropical Homes of Costa Rica Team

Our extended family of 16 people stayed at Casa Taj for 7 nights. My recommendations: Lots of space and great location for quiet and walks on the beach Bring cash! You have to pay for breakfast and dinner groceries to the Chef the day prior, which for our group was about 250.00 to 300.00 USD per day. The closest ATM was a 40 min walk, roundtrip and half the time it was not working. The machines only allow you to take 400.00 USD on each card. Rent a golf cart. We learned the rental is for 5 days so we wished we had one at the house to run quick errands and drive around the area. I came to Tamarindo to stay for 4 nights after and the Protero area is waaay nicer, in my opinion. All in all a great stay. The house has a beautiful deck and beautiful views. The staff were all wonderful and we really enjoyed the good food.

Casa Taj is a spectacular home, with incredible ocean views and the beach right out the door. The bar and pool area is also fabulous. My family (10 adults and 11 kids) stayed at Casa Taj for ten nights and loved having both the pool and ocean as options for the kids. The many bedrooms were beautiful and very accommodating. Wr especially loved the outdoor living spaces and the large dining table; the spaces at Casa Taj were perfect for our large group to all be together but not be crowded. And the absolute best part was having meals, bartending, pool maintenance, and housekeeping  taken care of every day. The ode amenities truly made it a vacation. We also enjoyed exploring some of the nearby area (as much as we could with so many kids, ha!). We were able to enjoy a catamaran ride, deep sea fishing, and a spa day. There are some restaurants and cafes near the house that were nice to check out as well. But we especially enjoyed slow and simple days at the beach with our family and kids. What a lovely place and people.

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