Please find a video link in the guidebook. Brand new 3-bedroom beach front oasis with pool, large terrace and your private yoga deck - find your zen in this tropical paradise! Stay at this completely renovated contemporary home with its private enchanted beach access path that takes you to the beach in 75 steps. Enjoy privacy and seclusion in the lovely backyard with pool, outdoor shower, BBQ and yoga deck. Relax in the tropical surroundings and watch the birds and monkeys overhead! The space 3 brand new bedrooms with 3 king beds, 2 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room and a lounging terrace with sofas and a beautiful hardwood table that seats the whole family. Our garden is secluded and the pool and yoga deck invite you to get your maximum relaxation away from it all. Walk to the beach on our private beach access path in just a few steps. Have a family dinner with our brand new outdoor BBQ or just hang out and watch the monkeys play in the trees. Outdoor shower and surf rack complete this welcoming backyard. Parks two cars out front and close to local restaurants including the lovely Cafe Mar Azul right across from the house. Take a boat to Tamarindo for some shopping and action and enjoy coming back home to peace and quiet in our little oasis. What are you waiting for? Guest access Enjoy the privacy and amenities of the whole space to yourself. Other things to note Maximum occupancy is 6 people

## The Space

This newly renovated contemporary beachfront home offers three bedrooms, each furnished with a king-size bed, and two bathrooms. The fully equipped kitchen opens to a spacious living room and a relaxing terrace featuring comfortable sofas and a beautiful hardwood dining table that accommodates the entire family.

The secluded backyard includes a private pool, an outdoor shower, a BBQ area, and a dedicated yoga deck, providing a peaceful setting to unwind. Surrounded by tropical foliage, you can enjoy watching birds and monkeys in their natural habitat.

A private beach access path leads you to the shore in just 75 steps, allowing easy and exclusive entry to the beach.

## Amenities

- Three bedrooms with king-size beds  
- Two bathrooms  
- Fully equipped kitchen  
- Spacious living room  
- Large terrace with sofas and hardwood dining table  
- Private pool  
- Outdoor shower  
- BBQ area  
- Yoga deck  
- Private beach access path (75 steps to the beach)  
- Surf rack  
- Parking for two cars  

## Location

The property is conveniently located near local restaurants, including the charming Café Mar Azul directly across the street. You can take a boat to Tamarindo for shopping and entertainment, then return to the tranquility of this peaceful beachfront oasis.

## Guest Access

Guests have exclusive access to the entire property, ensuring privacy and comfort throughout their stay.

## Additional Information

- Maximum occupancy: 6 people  
- A video link is available in the guidebook for a virtual tour of the property.

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3BR villa in Playa Grande

Beautiful Beach Front House with Yoga deck & Pool - Houses for Rent in Playa Grande, Guanacaste Province, Costa Rica

Beautiful home that was perfect for our family's visit to Playa Grande. Location was ideal- right on the beach, and we were able to rent surfboards across the street. A few restaurants were within walking distance, which was a plus.

We LOVED our stay! The private path to the beach was incredible- a 2 minute walk to one of the most beautiful beaches we've visited. The sunsets were stunning. The house was perfect for our needs. Very clean and cozy. Our kids had the best time surfing and checking out all the local wildlife. The restaurant across the street was delish and super convenient! There was a bit of construction next door, but nothing too loud, and it didn't impact our stay.

The location of the house was perfect! The beach was a short walk through the trees and very private. The beach was of course spectacular!  Several small cafes on the street. It has it all.

VERY LOUD CONSTRUCTION NOISE FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET ON WEEKDAYS! You won't "find zen" here unless your mantra is the scream of a concrete saw.
For a sample, search youtube shorts keywords "CASA PIPA PLAYA GRANDE COSTA RICA CONSTRUCTION NOISE".

GOOD: Playa Grande has great surfing! 

BAD: 2 story building being built next door. Sunrise-sunset weekdays there is constant hammering & screeches of concrete & steel saws. No privacy, workers look directly into the yard at you. Once construction ends, there will be 3 patios overlooking this house's yard. 
No cleaning. No extra towels or sheets & they weren't changed during our 8 day stay. When you're wearing sunscreen & going to the beach every day, you need more of these items. Hosts won't let you use washer/dryer, so you can't clean them yourself. They blame pasts guests, but every other vacation house we've rented has had them. 

We enjoyed our CR vacation immensely, but wish we had stayed somewhere else.

VERY LOUD CONSTRUCTION NOISE FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET ON WEEKDAYS! You won't "find zen" here unless your mantra is the scream of a concrete saw. For a sample, search youtube shorts keywords "CASA PIPA PLAYA GRANDE COSTA RICA CONSTRUCTION NOISE". GOOD: Playa Grande has great surfing! BAD: 2 story building being built next door. Sunrise-sunset weekdays there is constant hammering & screeches of concrete & steel saws. No privacy, workers look directly into the yard at you. Once construction ends, there will be 3 patios overlooking this house's yard. No cleaning. No extra towels or sheets & they weren't changed during our 8 day stay. When you're wearing sunscreen & going to the beach every day, you need more of these items. Hosts won't let you use washer/dryer, so you can't clean them yourself. They blame pasts guests, but every other vacation house we've rented has had them. We enjoyed our CR vacation immensely, but wish we had stayed somewhere else.

This place is amazing and looked just like the photos when we arrived.  The location is fantastic and there is a short, beautiful pathway to the beach.  We will be back.

This house is situated on a fantastic, uncrowded beach.  It stretches on for long beach walks, the sand is soft, the waves are perfect for boogie boarding, and the water temperature is warm.  Each day of our stay we boogied boarded for hours with maybe 15 other people in sight.  In the evening there are beautiful sunsets.  The outdoor space of the house is great for cooling off in the small pool or relaxing in the hammock.  The house is located in a gated community inhabited by tourists, so in order to experience authentic Costa Rican restaurants or culture one must drive to a neighboring town about 15 minutes away.  The house itself is as described but be aware no amenities (shampoo) are provided with the exception of small soap discs.  The beach itself made our stay wonderful.

Our stay at Casa Pipa was everything and more my son, daughter in law, two young adult grandchildren and I were looking for as the way to wind down our 2 week action filled family vacation in paradise! House, yard, neighborhood, and beach were serene and peaceful, people were friendly and welcoming. The restaurant across the street has delicious food. Although reservations are needed because of its popularity.  Two family members took surfing lessons from the experts across the street and thought they were excellent teachers! Our host, Manfred was accessible, helpful, and is a terrific baker! he most popular item in the place was the super comfy pool floatie. Well, that and the beach chairs!  All around wonderful experience. We all loved it!

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Pipa! The home was exactly as advertised. Iris was so easy to work with; helped with dinner reservations. Excellent  guide/resource book emailed prior to arrival. Manfred the local house manager was so nice to work with, orient us to the home, and make us feel welcome immediately. We enjoyed Manfred's homemade pastries; so delicious!  The home is very clean and comfortable. We found the beds and pillows very comfortable.  So private and the private beach access was just magical! Was so nice to go through the gate, walk a beautiful little forest path, to find the amazing beach and Pacific ocean!!! Any questions; answered immediately. Just a total chill place for ultimate relaxation while being able to walk the neighborhood and enjoy the lovely small restaurants and market. We didn't rent a car and didn't feel the need for one. Our driver brought us to the supermarket before our arrival so we had everything we needed; the home, pool, beach!! Thank you!!!

We had a nice stay at Casa Pipa. Unfortunately the months of September and October many of the stores and restaurants in the neighborhood close for the off season. If visiting during this time I would suggest having a rental car. The house has wonderful access to the beach and there is a good surfing break right outside the home. Manfred the house manager was very responsive and helpful whenever we had issues.

Absolutely amazing location and home. Short private walk to the beach which is not crowded at all.  All amenities we needed were within walking distance. Whether it was more shampoo, a body board to rent or an açaí bowl for breakfast it was all right there.

The house was perfect for our family, 3 boys, grandma and the two of us for a total of six people. Wonderful indoor/outdoor living. The backyard, pool and beach access were amazing. Very relaxing and peaceful, we felt like we had the beach to ourselves. You can rent everything you need in the community, book all tours and excursions at multiple places in the community. Easy access to Tamarindo if you want to have that experience as well. We’d 100% recommend this place and hope to go back soon.

Great beach house with easy access to beach. Iris was very responsive and helpful! Hope to be back soon!

A really nice place. The private path to the beach was the best part. The beach was great, not crowed at all.  The house was clean, well equipped and comfortable. Would stay again.

We had a wonderful stay at Iris’s place.  It was perfect for us.  Great walkable restaurants, peaceful neighborhood, and beautiful beach.  After doing several excursions in Tamarindo, we were glad we chose Playa Grande!!  It was everything we hoped for and more!!

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Pipa! We are a family of 4 and this was our first time to Playa Grande, and wow, the beach is pristine and so beautiful, perfect for surfing, boogie boarding, or just playing in the waves. The close proximity to beach via the private path and the refreshing outdoor shower and private pool were awesome. We saw a lot of colorful birds in the trees around the house.  The house itself is very comfortable/spacious, and the air conditioners and hot water worked perfectly. The location was ideal - very quiet/private but so close to restaurants, the market and Playa Grande Surf Camp. We rented a car which was helpful. The manager, Manfred, was helpful and easy to reach, and his chocolate croissants and cinnamon rolls were absolutely delicious. We hope to back!

Casa Pipa exceeded our expectations. The pictures don’t do the place justice. We loved our time there and hope to return again to Playa Grande soon!

Exceptional find! We had never been to Costa Rica before and I wasn’t sure if Playa Grande would be a good thing or hassle being 40 minutes away from Tamarindo by car.  Turned out to be an amazing location!! The beach is private and incredibly quite, with surf and a sandy ocean floor. The backyard is private and we loved having our own convenient trail to the beach.  The restaurant across the street has excellent food and friendly staff. You can rent surf boards and boogie boards across the street as well.  We would come back again in a heartbeat.

Beautiful property with beach front access. There were great walkable restaurants near by. We planned to visit Playa Grande and Tamarindo, but never wanted to leave since we had everything we needed. The host was very responsive and provided a thorough guide book. Would definitely recommend staying here and hope to come back!

We loved staying at Iris’s place and will definitely be back. Thank you Iris!!

We absolutely loved our time at Casa Pipa. The house is perfect: well-maintained, comfortable, safe and secure. Hard to pick our favorite thing about the house, but probably the beautiful backyard, pool and private path to the beach. It felt like we were in our own oasis. Iris and her house manager, Manfred, were easy to reach and quick to respond to any issue or question. House is across the street from Cafe Mar Azul, which quickly became almost a second home for us. Great food & drinks, cold beers, yummy banana bread… they all knew us by name within a day. We are already missing Grace and her warm greetings every day. Highly recommended Casa Pipa to anyone staying in Playa Grande area. We hope to return one day soon. Pura Vida!

My friends and I had a wonderful time in Playa Grande at Casa Pipa. The little community the home is located in is wonderful. Lots of great places to try that are all walking distance, and we’re recommended by the owners. It is a dream to walk into the backyard and onto the beautiful beach within seconds! We explored Tamarindo, just across the estuary and also spent time in Playa Flamingo. It was really convenient that Casa Pipa was right in between. With the busyness of the neighboring cities, we were thankful to come back to our peaceful little neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again for future Costa Rican adventures!

What a beautiful home!  We enjoyed our week+ long stay in paradise.  The home was well maintained and stocked with everything you need.  We enjoyed the private path to the beach, it's hard to get any closer to the beach.  The local restaurants in town provided good quality food and service.  This was an amazing location and my family will absolutely visit again!

Casa Pipa was perfect for our family of five! There was plenty of space and so much to do within walking distance or a short drive! Loved the peaceful neighborhood and beauty of Playa Grande. Manfred was so helpful during check-in and check-out process, very accommodating! We only wish we'd planned to stay longer!! We definitely hope to return!

Casa Pipa was perfect for us. The house was exactly as described.  We enjoyed the area very much.  The private path to the beach was so nice to have and we enjoyed cooling off in the pool after long days at the beach.  Iris and Manfred were very responsive.  We can’t wait to come back.

Comfortable space on a great beach with basic amenities within walking distance.

This was our second time back to Casa Pipa! We look forward to this trip every year & staying here makes it feel like home. The house & property were spotless, extremely secure, with two sets of keys & an easy to work alarm system. That being said, we have always felt safe here. Manfred was always available, making sure our stay was the best it could be. His pasties are amazing & made fresh, a must order treat! We are surfers & avid beach goers, so having the private path makes coming & going very easy. The surfboard rack & outdoor shower were also a plus. The pool was cleaned every day & was a great break from the heat in the middle of the day. There is plenty of room, shade, & furniture for lounging. We ate every meal outside, as the table is big enough for any group with fans overhead to keep you cool. The bedrooms & bathrooms are spacious, clean, & comfortable. Casa Pipa’s location is perfect, close to everything in the small community of playa grande. We can’t wait to come back!

Very pleasant stay at Iris'. The house is located 50 meters from the sea with direct access to the beautiful beach of Playa grande. You can hear the sound of the waves from the terrace. Surf lessons and a restaurant are located right in front of the house very convenient and at very low prices. Playa grande is quite secluded so you're in a quiet area. 35/40 mins from Tamarindo by car. The waves are beautiful for surfing, Iris provides a bodyboard for the kids to enjoy.

Très agréable séjour chez Iris. La maison est située à 50 mètres de la mer avec un accès direct sur la magnifique plage de Playa grande. Vous entendez le bruit des vagues depuis la terrasse. Des Cours de surf et un restaurant se situent juste en face de la maison très pratiques et à des prix très bas. Playa grande est assez isolée donc vous y êtes au calme. A 35/40 minutes de Tamarindo en voiture. Les vagues sont belles pour surfer, Iris met à disposition une planche de bodyboard pour le plus grand plaisir des enfants.

We were a group of 6 adults (3 couples) and chose Casa Pipa for the beach location, the pool/outdoor space and the 3 bedrooms to offer us some privacy.  Upon arrival, Manfred, your contact for the duration of your stay, gave us a tour and provided all the information we needed.  We noticed that one room had two single beds but Manfred was able to get the staff to modify them and turn them into a double bed upon request. We needed a few other items during our stay and Manfred was responsive and helpful each time. The kitchen was well equipped and we cooked a few times, but the restaurants in the area were great and we especially loved Cafe Mar Azul, directly across the street.  The ladies provided excellent service, and were very friendly and kind.  If you do plan on cooking, you will need to get your groceries outside the Palm Beach Estates complex as the only store there does not sell produce (drinks and packaged goods are available).  The outdoor space at Casa Pipa was magical and the pool was great for dips during the hottest part of the day.  We rented boogie boards at Playa Grande Surf Camp (right next to Cafe Mar Azul) and had the best time in the waves! Walking those few steps to the beach and enjoying the most spectacular sunsets was definitely a highlight of the trip.  We all loved our time here and look forward to coming back :)

We had a wonderful vacation and would recommend this property to anyone looking for a private family vacation. The pool and outdoor space was paradise. We had sun or shade at any time of day, and loved walking the cute path that meanders to the beach - which isn’t busy at all, and has the most incredible sunsets and excellent for boogie boarding. The home’s interior was carefully designed and styled. As a property stylist myself, I was impressed and felt right at home. Manfred was an excellent and responsive property manager (who makes incredible chocolate croissants). There are also a couple great restaurant choices across the street, so food options are quite convenient. We feel lucky to have had the chance to stay at this very special place.

Our stay was absolute paradise!  Our family of four was lucky enough to stay in this property for a week.  The check-in process with Manfred was easy and seamless.  The house had everything we needed, full kitchen, bbq, and plenty of space to stretch out.  Even the WiFi was great (we had to work a bit and had no issues).  The real star though is the outside area.  Where else can you wake up to hummingbirds and monkeys in the trees?!  Plus our own private path to the most beautiful beach.  The beach also felt private as we were the only ones there many times!  The area around the house also had everything we needed - wonderful restaurants, bike rentals, a little store.  Iris and Bjorn were wonderful hosts, even accommodating a last minute travel change to ensure we were comfortable.  We can’t wait to return very soon!!!  Thank you Iris and Bjorn!

We are yearly visitors to playa grande and are so happy we found casa pipa! The location is perfect, walking distance to everything playa grande has to offer. The house was spotless and beautifully designed, with an outdoor area & pool that rivals most hotels we’ve stayed in. The kitchen was fully equipped and updated with anything you might need. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very spacious and clean, with plenty of room to hang towels, clothing, and bathing suites. The private beach entrance is an awesome amenity. We are surfers and avid beach goers, so being able to come and go so easily was great. The outdoor living space is exactly what we were looking for to relax after surfing all day. We were lucky enough to be visited by the howler monkeys and even saw baby turtles hatching on the beach the last day! We rented a car and could have easily fit another if needed. There is a locked gate and security system at the house, although we have never felt even remotely unsafe in playa grande. Iris was an incredible host and Manfred (who lives close by) was available for anything we needed. His pastries are amazing and he offers local delivery which I would highly recommend. We will absolutely be back to stay at casa pipa! We miss it already.

We loved this house! The kitchen was well-equipped, and the outdoor grill was helpful. We arrived with a family member who has trouble walking, and the house was perfect for someone using a walker or a wheelchair. The en suite bathroom was a bit difficult to manage (too narrow for his walker), but he could walk that far. The pool has steps, so he was able to get in and out with assistance. The beach was magnificent! with fine, soft sand good for sand castles and surf that was fun without being terrifying. The ocean was warm (we were there in August). Although it was the rainy season, it only rained a couple of times during our 10-day stay. Many critters came to visit, including crabs, iguanas, howler monkeys, raccoons, plus a couple of skunks that passed us on the road. Using a GPS to get there was problematic until we gave it the name of the tiny hotel across the street; ask the host to give you that name. The back yard was very private, and although the area is considered to be a resort area, it was quiet with few cars and a very rural feel. There are a few small restaurants within easy walking distance, and a place to rent surfboards and other equipment across the street.

We loved this house! We just spent 10 days with our 3 kids and the house, pool, and beach were amazing! The house was very comfortable and fit my family and our nanny perfectly. The house had great amenities, modern furnishings and comfortable beds. I would recommend this house to anyone looking for a lot of sun, beach, and surf. There are 2 nice little restaurants right across the street and a small corner store thats about a 4 minute walk. The location for playa grande is pretty much perfect. After traveling to several other beaches we came to realize we liked ours the best. Manfredo the house keeper was also very responsive and easy to get a hold of. He was very nice, and answered any questions we had. You really can't go wrong with this house!

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