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Beachfront House, Pool, Poolside Yoga Lounge Amidst a 70 Acre Forest

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Beach
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Playa Grande, Guanacaste
  • Grande Beach
    19 min walk
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park
    5 min drive
  • Ventanas Beach
    15 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    27 min drive

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About the area

Playa Grande

Located in Cabo Velas, this vacation home is a 3-minute drive from Grande Beach and 5 minutes from Las Baulas National Marine Park. .This vacation home is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Conchal Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 40 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 44 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Playa Langosta - 48 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beachfront House, Pool, Poolside Yoga Lounge Amidst a 70 Acre Forest

Experienced the feeling of unbound freedom and tranquilityw at CASA GUAYACAN . COSTA RICA, where we have blended the designs of nature with relaxed comfort, simplicity and beauty. Unlike any other in its category, CASA GUAYACAN is a beachfront property surrounded by acres of pristine forest facing the breaking surf of Costa Rica’s Pacific Ocean. CASA GUAYACAN is a beachfront two-story house with a spectacular swimming pool, poolside grill and dining area. CASA GUAYACAN sleeps up to 16 guests.
Distribution is as follows:
At ground level are the fully-equipped kitchen with pantry, dining and living area and two spacious master suites (sleep up to 3/p each). On the second level are two spacious master suites (sleeps 3 each) and two well-appointed bedrooms which all combined, including the master suites, sleep up to 10 guests. All with spectacular ocean views. The upstairs open lounge, from where you will enjoy the constant flow of a delightful fresh breeze, is perfect for relaxing, watching the surf and being witness to the silent beauty of the most spectacular sunsets after a day of play and activities. The beachfront garden has a covered area with chaises and hammocks and direct access to the beach. All 6 bedrooms have en suite bathrooms, a/c.
The magnificent swimming pool is at the heart of the amenities area, grill and lounge.
Wifi access is available throughout the property.
A short five-minute walk on the beach takes you to the estuary, the natural barrier that separates the pristine beach of Playa Grande from the lively surf town of Tamarindo, where you will find a wide variety of restaurants, cafés, shops, banks, pharmacies, supermarkets, night life etc. Pangas (small boats) are always available to ferry you across for a $2 fee/pp. The crossing takes under 1 minute.
We recommend our guests to consider hiring our cook’s services. She will provide you with a list of menu suggestions with a variety of tried and true delicious recipes that she prepares reliably and consistently.
Our concierge will assist you coordinating airport transportation, tours, activities, rentals and grocery shopping service.
The property is maintained by our staff, who reside in employee accommodations near the property.
Liberia International Airport is 70 kms (43 miles) from Las Velas Blancas (about 90 minute drive).
Tamarindo is 20 kms from Las Velas Blancas by road (About 30 minutes).
Tamarindo airport serves domestic flights.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave.
This vacation home offers designated smoking areas.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Not inside the house. Only on designated areas.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Small trained dogs. Subject to previous approval.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: on the owner agreement !!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Beachfront House Pool Yoga Lounge Amidst a 70 Acre Forest

Beachfront House, Pool, Poolside Yoga Lounge Amidst a 70 Acre Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy repeat customers!
Our group uses this property 4 times a year, and we couldn't be happier. The host takes great care of us!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We rented both properties for our large group of 32 guests and had plenty of room for everyone. Manfred was great at answering my msg's before and during our trip. The chef service was wonderfully delicious. The only think I would change is adding more meals. The grounds staff was friendly and attentive. Honestly, I can't say enough about our stay. We would book this again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to escape
This was our third visit to the property, but this was the first 4-night stay that we booked and organized for the occasion of my 50th birthday. We rented both sides of the property (bungalows and main guest house) for 36 friends and family. The process of booking and working with the team for meals and activities was seamless. Because we had so many guests, it was comforting to know that we had someone working with us to plan this event. We love it here. It’s familiar, calming and secluded, but not too far away from many restaurant and activity options. The new pool and indoor dining/kitchen area is an excellent addition to the property. However, it was a disappointment that the other pool and corresponding lofted patio were under construction and somewhat neglected due to the new area being open. We were happy to discover that the pool was still open and functioning, but the kitchen and patio was not usable by our large group of 36. The surprise did not diminish the fun, but it was an unwelcome discovery. Needless to say, we hope to be back. We’ve celebrated birthdays and a wedding here, so it’s a place that is very special to us. Thank you for your care and commitment to providing visitors with a wonderful place to escape!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Guayacan at Playa Grande
Manfred and his team are so helpful and kind. They made our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The recommendations were all great and the chef services were perfecto!. Anything that we needed was accessible right to the property. We could have stayed on the property the entire trip and we would have been comfortable and completely taken care of. The property is beautiful and the beach is amazing, with a surf break, sunsets and lightning storms to view from the second story spaces. Rainy season was enjoyable at Casa Guayacan. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delphine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for surf retreat
lovely beach chic property with amazing pool, great cleaning and cooking staff. lovely people who are quick to respond to your needs. This is my second time using this property to host my surf retreats, and the guests absolutely love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn J., Murrysville, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for multi-generational family of 13
One of our favorite aspects was taking advantage of Alcira and her staff for cooking our meals. We had 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 7 dinners. All were delicious and special. We felt so pampered. Alcira and Mariella were like family! Staff were so attentive in cleaning every morning, and we had them do our laundry several times. The property is a bit rustic, but we were aware of this and were fine with it. (You will likely share your space with crabs and geckos. ) Owner, Manfred was immediately responsive via onsite staff for any questions, repairs, etc. Close by shops and restaurants available in Tamarindo via the water taxis (daylight hours). Walk up the beach to a nearby market and cafe in the Palm Beach neighborhood. Mandred hooked us up with Playa Grande Shuttles and Tours for airport transport and for many great excursions. We didn’t rent a car at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property on Unique Amazing Location!
Absolutely gorgeous location! Beach feels almost private with great waves for surfing and boarding. House is great for big groups, staff is very supportive and responds quickly to all needs! Estuary is short walk and boat rides to Tamarindo are super easy! Living space is open air so it is warm but the bedrooms stay very cool and comfortable! Pool is awesome and grounds are well kept. Highly recommend this house!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing retreat space right on the ocean
Our group has been visiting this property for 2 years, and it's a great fit for us! It's magical and right on the water. The communication with the owners is outstanding, and they work hard to accommodate us!
Stayed 16 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
A perfect location for a family vacation! We were a family if 9 adults and 9 children ages 3 to 13. We all loved the beach enjoying the shell hunting and playing in the waves. The sunsets were spectacular! The pool is large with plenty of room to play. We had breakfast and dinner prepared by Alcira and team. The food was great and so graciously prepared.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Spot on the Beach
Nice quiet area close to Tamarindo via water taxi. The house is large and well spaced out for a large group. Some small repairs and paint is needed in some rooms as well as some new sheets for beds. Blankets would have been nice as several of us got cold at night but we just learned to adjust the AC when we went to bed. Owner provides hand soap at sinks and a bar soap for showers so bring shampoo and conditioner. There is no iron or hairdryers. Stand alone fans would have been nice in the common areas as it does get hot inside. There is a TV that our teens used to hookup their video games. Onsite staff is wonderful and very accomodating. Brought us clean towels, washed our laundry for a small fee and were even willing to go grocery shopping for us. Cook was amazing. We had breakfast every morning, a few dinners and she even cooked the fish we caught while sports fishing. Owner was very responsive when we had questions. There are 4 restaurant/bars in Playa Grande that are 15-20min walking distance from house. All were great. In addition, there were also inexpensive surf lessons and yoga classes in this same area. Ask about them at the hostel. A 40min walk along the beach will take you to the heart of Playa Grande where there's more bars/restaurants and breweries. Do take advantage of the shuttle/tour company the owner recommends. We used them a lot and the vans, drivers, and tours were all fantastic -always arriving on time with a cooler full of beer, water and other drinks.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Melody G.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Week At The Beach
We spent a week here with our family and one other, a total of ten people (six kids) but the property could easily have accommodated double. Here are the pros and cons you should know: Pros: Great location right on a basically private beach that’s walking distance to Tamarindo The team is extraordinary and so responsive and will take care of all your needs. We signed up for full-day chef and kitchen services with Alcira which I highly recommend When we had issues they were resolved quickly Playa grande is a quaint little town with some sweet restaurants and shops Cons: Common areas don’t have AC in this house which essentially rendered them unusable for us The fridge was broken the first two days and while it was replaced this was not fun The water was turned off on the last day for 3 hours — apparently this is something that happens but it caught us off guard The pool is in front of the house and somewhat separate from the common areas and had a beehive in the portico which made it tough for us to use There are raccoons at night so it was challenging for our kids to get upstairs to their rooms since the staircase is on the outside of the house Getting to playa grande shops is a 15 min drive and to Tamarindo is 45 min (even though it’s a 10 min walk). Despite the cons, the house and staff are lovely and the beach is stellar. If they put AC in the common areas that alone would have made it a 5 star house despite the other challenges we had.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful paradise
We have stayed in Palm beach for years we love that neighborhood. This home was everything we needed. It fit 3 families perfectly and private for everyone. The pool and outdoor area is perfect. The pool is huge and the landscape around it is gorgeous. The nice big table outdoors was perfect for big gatherings. We had a chef come and cook for us all and it was perfect. The whole compound would be fun to rent with all our friends. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location on fantastic beach
We brought 28 people to stay for fun and play and boy did this property not disappoint! We rented out both parts of the property- double the fun. The property was well kept, communication on WhatsApp with house manager and staff was seamless. The beach is private with little traffic, the softest sand and great waves to catch. The pools were fantastic and the houses and bungalows were perfect for our guests. Would stay at this location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

shellee p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Family Vacation
This is our second time at this amazing and beautiful property! We had 27 family members that enjoyed all of the bungalows and the beach house. I love where this property is located. Short walk to Tamarindo via the estuary crossing, and the quiet, tranquil beach life on Playa grande. The amazing and surprising thing we experienced this year is the new building on the south end of the property. A nice gorgeous pool setting and a central dining location with a yoga deck on top. Brand new! And we used it every day. So much fun! The communication with Manfred has always been very prompt, professional, and helpful. We always felt very safe and all our needs were met. If you want an authentic Costa Rica vibe to your vacation, book this place! I hope and wish that we will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
The location and amenities were more than perfect for our wedding weekend, and everyone at the facility was incredibly helpful with little details such as water and electricity. Cabo Velas was truly a magical place for our big day! It was the perfect spot to show our family from the US what authentic Costa Rica is really like! No tourists crowding, no resorts - just beautiful nature and calm/secluded cabins and house! -Luis & Emily
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful private beach getaway
We loved our time at casa guayacan. The concierge was wonderful and helped us coordinate everything we needed with the personal chef (who we also loved) - and all staff was friendly and responsive. The place itself felt so private and the pool and space around it incredibly relaxing and safe, which was important with two kids under 3. Would definitely return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best retreat space!
My organization puts on cancer survivor retreats, and we decided to try Casa Guyacuan. It worked so well for our group! What a tranquil, quite, sizable place. The staff was there for anything we needed, and we felt very taken care of. We will continue using this location!
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property for a group trip and elopement
Lovely stay at this expansive property. Great communication from host, especially as we planned the details of our elopement. Our others guests were stunned with the beauty and privacy of the property. Chef services and on site staff were professional and Friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had 27 members of our family stay for the week. The location was amazing on a secluded beach and close to town. Accommodations were comfortable. We had the cooks fix a few of our meals when we weren't out on adventures. A great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!
This was much better than expected and everything was so easy. Would come back in a heartbeat and thank you to the host and his team for making it an unforgettable trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delphine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house & location
I rented this space to host a surf retreat. The location is perfect, steps away from a great surf break. The house is spacious, all the rooms are huge and decorated tastefully. The pool are is amazing, and the outdoor deck was great for yoga. I would love to rent this home again. My only constructive feedback is that the kitchen stove and oven is very old and slow. It is not convection as advertised. And I did notice some damage in the walls from humidity that need to be fixed, regularly i'm sure. Other than that, what a perfect place for my group and I. The staff on property was also very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margot E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location. Kids and adults
Our second time back to the property. We love this beach- its perfect for adults with a beginner surf break and kids to run around and boogie board. The sunsets were incredible. We hired cook for meal- Vero and Rosa- we loved them and everything they prepared for us. This is a special place!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily D., Bellingham, WA, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
What we expected and more
We rented both properties for a family reunion of 28 with ages ranging from 70 to 9 months. Between the main house and the bungalow we were perfectly taken care of. The house was beautiful with king beds and an additional twin in each corner room and two twins in the two center rooms upstairs. All of the beds were comfortable. The view from the lounge was incredible. The pool is perfect, with shade covering at least some area at all times and a shallow area to sit or for the little ones to play. The staff was incredibly helpful and kind, responding almost immediately to any questions or requests for help. The cooking was out of this world. We had a lot of dietary restrictions with allergies, vegans, a vegetarian, and one very picky eater. The staff made meals accommodating all of our requests and even added meals on a moment’s notice when we requested them. The beach is steps from the house, sandy, and quiet. Although you can easily get to Tamarindo by boat or to Playa Grande by walking 10 minutes down the beach (look for a yellow sign just past the palm trees) we found we rarely wanted to leave. The only area with AC is the bedrooms and as we were there when it was uncharacteristically warm it was a little hard to get out of the heat. Having some additional fans would have been a game changer so we could bring them to the second story lounge or in the main house to play games or just take a break. Otherwise we had no complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amos H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for friends and family gathering
An amazing property for large groups in Palm Beach estates. Manfred and Ana are great hosts, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful stay!
We rented out the whole property at Las Velas Blancas (the casitas and the big house) for a yoga retreat and had an amazing stay! We were a group of 18 and had more than enough room for people to hang out together, or find quiet time when they wanted. We loved the outdoor yoga loft - the ocean breezes were divine! The beach and pool were terrific and the location of the property is great - easy to get to Tamarindo and into the subdivision, but far enough away to have privacy and be in your own little world. The owners, Ana and Manfred, were very easy to communicate with and have thought of everything with this property and in dealing with their guests. The caretakers of the property - Pedro and Rosa Maria were wonderful. They were kind and took great care of us - which was not easy with such a big group. They were quick to answer and questions and requests, and always with kindness and a smile. We also had Veronica prepare many of the meals of our group, and highly recommend her! She prepared a variety of meals for us - traditional, vegetarian, dairy and gluten free - and all of were happy and full guests. All in all a fantastic stay and will definitely return! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023