Casa Atrapasueños

Overview

Casa Atrapasueños features modern design and sweeping ocean and whitewater views from nearly every vantage point. Located within the Mar-A-Mar gated community in central Santa Teresa, the home sits directly above La Lora, the town’s nicest beach and most consistent surf break.

Enjoy spectacular sunsets from one of the balconies or while relaxing in the private infinity-edge pool. The home is well suited to families, couples, and groups of friends.

The Space

Casa Atrapasueños is an ideal retreat for guests seeking surfing, yoga, high-quality food, and natural beauty. The 1,800-square-foot home includes four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a layout designed to maximize the ocean and sunset views.

The house is part of El Bosque in Mar-A-Mar, offering a central location close to everything Santa Teresa has to offer. Pochote trees surround the property and provide opportunities to see howler monkeys, iguanas, and other wildlife from the balconies. During the dry season, the Pochote trees lose their leaves, revealing even more expansive views than during the green season.

Main Level

The lower level includes:

• A fully equipped kitchen
• Dining table
• L-shaped sofa
• Sitting area
• Bedroom with a queen-size bed
• Expansive balcony with sunset views
• Full bathroom

A few steps from the main living area, the private infinity-edge pool offers a place to cool off or relax on one of the two lounge chairs.

Upper Level

Custom Guanacaste wood stairs lead to three additional bedrooms. Each bedroom features custom-made furniture, a ceiling fan, and air conditioning.

• The primary bedroom includes a king-size bed, private bathroom, and access to a balcony with even more impressive views. From bed, you can watch surfers catch waves before deciding whether to paddle out or enjoy some extra rest.
• The adjacent guest bedroom has a king-size bed and expansive views toward the north.
• The third bedroom includes a queen-size bed.
• The two guest bedrooms share a bathroom.

Location and Parking

Casa Atrapasueños is located within the gated Mar-A-Mar community. After passing through the guard gate, continue approximately 300 meters up the hill to a parking area. The road is steep in certain sections. The property has one reserved parking space, along with additional guest parking.

The house is approximately 30 meters from the parking area and is tucked away from the other homes for added privacy. Reaching the house from the parking area requires a 50-meter walk.

Although it may not always be necessary, a four-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended because the hill is steep and can become slippery during the rainy season. The beach is accessible by walking down the hill, but the walk back is quite strenuous. A car or all-terrain vehicle is strongly recommended for getting around town.

Guest Access

Guests have access to the entire villa and its private outdoor spaces.

The Mar-A-Mar community pool and small children’s play area with swings are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The following are approximately a two-minute drive away:

• La Lora beach and surf break
• Restaurants
• Cafés
• Shops
• Gyms
• Pilates studios
• Supermarkets

For exploring Santa Teresa and the surrounding beaches, an all-terrain vehicle, Rhino, or four-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended.

Other Things to Note

Internet

The home has fiber-optic internet through two different providers. If one service goes down, the other is available as a backup.

Wildlife and Insects

Wildlife frequently passes through the trees beside the house. Guests may see howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys, iguanas, and raccoons in their natural habitat.

As is typical in Costa Rica’s tropical environment, harmless insects such as ants, cockroaches, and geckos may also appear, particularly during the rainy season. This is a normal part of the surroundings and is not related to cleanliness.

Power Outages

Power cuts are common in Santa Teresa, and guests may experience them during their stay. This is a normal part of the local environment.

Humidity

Santa Teresa has an average annual relative humidity of 74%, with levels reaching up to 87% in October and dropping to approximately 71% in February. The high humidity can make it difficult for clothes to dry, especially during the rainy season. Clothing may take longer than usual to dry under these conditions.