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Beachfront Casa Barracuda 3BR Luxury, pool w 1/3 acre, Playa Hermosa de Jaco!

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Property grounds
Exterior
Private beach, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Private beach, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Playa Hermosa, Puntarenas Province
  • Hermosa Beach
    4 min walk
  • El Miro
    9 min drive
  • Jacó Walk Shopping Center
    11 min drive
  • Puntarenas (JAP-Chacarita)
    83 min drive

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About the area

Jaco

On the beach.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Hermosa Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Jaco Beach. El Miro and Jacó Walk Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hermosa Beach - 4 min walk
  • Rainforest Adventures Costa Rica Pacific Park - 12 min drive
  • Jaco Beach - 14 min drive
  • Herradura Beach - 21 min drive
  • Marina Los Sueños - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Point - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪PuddleFish Brewery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Vida Hermosa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hola India Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ridiculous Burgers - ‬11 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 Casa Barracuda 3BR Luxury, pool w 1/3 acre, Playa Hermosa de Jaco!

Welcome to the luxurious Casa Barracuda, a gorgeous 3 bedroom vacation rental home on 1/3 acre, less than 30 steps to the soft sands & popular surf of Playa Hermosa de Garabito-Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
UPDATE: JUNE 20, 2024: We are now in the "green season" until Nov.15th, so if its your 1st time flying into Costa Rica, it's better to arrive before 4pm if you wish to drive to the beach, & you aren't familiar with Hwy 27. OR take a taxi/Uber direct to Playa Hermosa, & rent a car in Jaco!
Across from SJO Airport are 4 quality hotels including Marriott Fairfield & Holiday Inn Express! We want you to enjoy the ride here!

This Playa Hermosa is famous for its relaxing vibe yet
you're only 10 minutes away from the multi-services & excitement of Jaco. This area is not only extremely popular with families & single surfers, but lately has become the romantic destination for weddings, honeymoons and later, babymoons!
You’ll love the modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, conveniences you’ll love, lots of granite counter tops, a Whirlpool double door refri with icemaker, even a dishwasher! The custom made CR hardwood kitchen cabinets are complemented with a granite breakfast bar with hardwood stools, facing the chef. The laundry with full size washer and dryer is right next to the kitchen and can be closed off with a folding curtain when desired.
The great room is truly great thanks to its double sliding glass doors providing nice ocean views from every angle. There’s excellent wireless high speed internet & the Samsung 50” HD TV, has streaming options + Blu-ray/DVD player. The glass-top dining table seats up to 8 guests with nicely cushioned chairs.
There are 2 overstuffed chairs, a comfy three-seat sofa, all with views of the free form enchanting private pool. Try the exercise bike we have, next to the window overlooking the outside table and pool area!
Once outside you’ll be surrounded by beautiful landscaping with tall palm & almond trees that will attract noisy colorful macaws, as the friendly iguanas will entertain you as they fight over your table scraps & fruit skins. -The manicured front & back yards (1/3 acre!) allow for all kinds of fun or privacy and soon the fruit trees will deliver their goods!

Casa Barracuda’s large-covered terrace with an upstairs pool deck allows you fantastic views where you can enjoy the sun and sounds of the sea either on a hammock or the many comfortable seating options. An outdoor table for four allows for alfresco dining. Grill that filet of the day on the stainless steel gas grill facing the ocean!
This 2800 sq ft spacious home has three bedrooms with a master bedroom featuring an excellent king size bed with 100% cotton sheets, fine pillows, closet with wall safe, and ensuite bathroom with combination shower and tub.
The two other bedrooms have very nice Queen beds and one Twin bed in each, and they both are next to a nice bathroom with shower.
Although Playa Hermosa (‘Beautiful Beach’) is a world-famous surfing beach and in May 2022 was named Central America’s first World Surf Reserve, you don’t have to be a surfer to love this beach.
I lived nearby for 18 years, and loved walking this beach at a nice pace taking in the sights & sounds, especially at low tide, (best time for families w/ kids!)
Sometimes a friend would pass me by doing his speed walks & I’d smile knowing he’s going too fast to see the daily treasures. Usually you won’t see many people on the beach like you would in Jaco, but when there’s great waves, the surfers come!
Our sunsets are world famous, from either our Casa Barracuda 2nd floor Deck, or walk north to our favorite beachfront restaurant, Vida Hermosa, about 25 minutes away. The surf break is one of the most consistent in Central America, and well known among surfers, who participate in lots of local competitions. The best surfing breaks occur almost the same time that Olive Ridley sea turtles come to lay their eggs! From June to Nov. https://youtu.be/mFeuEAGljx8

Hi, I’m the Barracuda Rental Manager, Brian Engstrom, with 20 years experience living in Costa Rica! For dates & potential discounts call or write me! Price quoted here is for 8 guests as we have 2 queens, 2 indiv beds and 1 king!.
By now you know that our area offers almost everything you would expect in our top rated vacation mecca!
See below our recommendations for things to do, places to eat, & other useful info below!

EXTRA INFO FROM MY WEBSITE:
https://crbeach.com/Learn-these-words/ It’s fun, it’s easy!
https://crbeach.com/amazing-activities-to-do-in-costa-rica-you-cant-do-at-home/
https://crbeach.com/top-10-reasons-playa-hermosa-de-jaco-costa-rica/
https://crbeach.com/costa-rica-beach-real-estate-buying-info-tips-part-1/
p.s. I have worked in real estate over the past 26 years, 18 here in the Central Pacific, SO yes I can help you find the best place for you and your budget! The Central Pacific is my favorite part of Costa Rica. Ask me anything, we will do everything we can to make your vacation as easy and enjoyable as possible!

Property manager

Ronald

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Private beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260.1 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Beachfront 3BR Home W/ Playa Hermosa 3 Miles South Jaco House

Beachfront Casa Barracuda 3BR Luxury, pool w 1/3 acre, Playa Hermosa de Jaco! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 103 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 103 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our yearly getaway
Just the hubby and I, relaxing between work jobs. Loved the property and the area! So much to see even though it rained most of time! The directions were though to follow cause it was dark and raining, thank goodness the security officer helped!! Would love to go back again! Crocodile in the flooded driveway was so exciting to see, Wyo doesn’t have those!😊
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

jennifer c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay in Playa Hermosa
Property manager was very responsive. The house is great, as advertised etc. we had three days of intense rain and a flooded driveway - no one’s fault- so we left a day early. Owner kindly offered a refund of one night. . Would stay again if in the area, quiet location but close to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Barracuda lovely spot!
We had a great time at Casa Barracuda! Ron was also extremely helpful. House is a great location steps away from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house on great location
Spent a week in July 2024 with my wife and two teenage kids. The house is beautiful. The location is great (you cross the street and you are on the beach). Jeff, the co-host was extremely helpful in recommending things to do. Overall, great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Country Place Farm and Venue

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Vacation Home!
My family and I had a wonderful stay at Casa Barracuda. Wonderfully located, safe and clean. We hope to make this a spot we continue to visit in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison S., Nashville

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and host!
We loved our family trip at this place! Everything was clean and handy. Jeff was a great host and very communicative! The house was east to find and really appreciated the overnight guard outside. Felt very safe and private. 5/5
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hany N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
My stay was great. Location is amazing and house was clean. Property Manager Jeff was very responsive. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kickass surf spot
Property exactly as described. Location is ideal for surfers who want to get away from the main peak and enjoy the same waves with fewer in the water. Local property manager very helpful and ultra-responsive. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip of a lifetime!
This was our first time to Costa Rica and WOW, what an experience!! We were well informed on how to get to the property from San Jose, so we had no issues driving. The house itself is stunning and has every amenity you could want. Spacious, clean as a whistle, AC when you need it, perfect size pool, and breathtaking views from the balcony. The property manager was incredibly communicative and helpful, and had fantastic recommendations on things to do, places to eat, and even found someone local to fix my phone! When we weren't relaxing in the pool or having fun in the waves, we were riding horses on the beach, taking waterfall tours, shopping, and eating the most delicious food. There is no doubt we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Barracuda
We had wonderful time at Casa Barracuda. The house and location were incredible. Right on the beach with beautiful sunsets and very short walk on beach to restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Playa Hermosa 2024
What a beautiful property! Right across from the black sandy beach. Amazing view and sunset. Our host Jeff, had the fridge full of food and drinks upon our arrival. Jeff helped us plan our activities and transportation to the airport. Our family/ friend had such a relaxing stay. The only thing I would recommend is that the property provided shampoo and conditioner, one less thing I would have to pack.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
Casa Barracuda is amazing!!! Loved the house, the pool, the wildlife and the beach. Jeff the PM was super responsible and helpful for our entire trip. Highly recommend, we'll be back next year, if not sooner!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best of Costa Rica
There were seven adult family members, including four surfers that had the best break right outside the door! We could watch them surf from the second floor deck! The sunsets, OMG, they were phenomenal! Macaws roosted in the tree next door as well as the tree in the front of the house! We enjoyed a cat that obviously has adopted this house! Iguanas lounged by the pool with us. The house was clean, it had everything that we needed. A/C was perfect and appreciated because it is hot outside! The owner was responsive within five minutes of any questions or concerns. I would definitely recommend this place. Safe, beautiful, and well maintained. I miss Costa Rica already.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house in a wonderful location.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Maria Elena R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious and comfortable house.
We enjoyed the location of this property. Across the street from beach and quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Stay
The house has all the amenities required for a great stay. Add in the pounding of the surf to soothe your soul, the amazing sunsets, scores of Machaw parrots feeding in the almond trees on the beach edge and a large docile iguana keeping us company pool side all contributed to a memorable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jerry W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Playa Hermosa Paradise
We stayed at Casa Barracuda for 2 nights while visiting the Playa Hermosa area. The positives include: 1) The location across from the beach is perfect! 2) The property grounds are beautiful & safe. The patio area is amazing and would be a wonderful area for a larger group to kick back in the evening. 3) The kitchen was well equipped & living areas comfortable. 4) Overall the bedrooms were very comfortable but the air conditioner in one of the bedrooms did not work well so it never really cooled down. The reasons we did not give perfect ratings: 1) We did not have hot water in the master bathroom so we needed to share the second bathroom for showers ( a minor inconvenience since we were traveling with close friends) 2) We were given the wrong security code for the property & were not informed that the property manager we’d been communicating with & was to meet at the property at 4:00 was no longer managing this property for over a week. The new manager arrived about 30 minutes later to check us in, give us the correct codes, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Barracuda House
We stayed here almost a month- Very niiice. Any major concerns we had- were taken care of right away which we greatly appreciated. We recommend staying here. The pictures and descriptions are spot on. We would recommend updating the refrigerator, dishes and pots n pans...but everything is functional The dishwasher definitely needs to be replaced-if sounds like a freight train because the deal is too loose. But it functions just fine... Good air conditioning and washer and dryer!!! Maintenance people were very friendly and helpful. We would stay here again if in the area! The beautiful beach is across the street ! The pool is fantastic and neighborhood safe. Thank you very much! Best regards-
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Costa Rica
The property is very nice and comfortable. Instead of exchanging gifts we choose to spend the holiday together in Costa Rica and the Casa Barracuda was an excellent choice. The host was very responsive which helped a great deal.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The place had a great vibe right across from the beach. Even better for surfing but great for anyone. The staff was friendly and helped us with our needs, like booking activeties. Thinking we'll be back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana C., Houston TX, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
Great water front location with easy access to Jaco Beach. We would love to come stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro F., Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!.
The property was ready by the time we arrive and the communication with the property manager was fluently. The terrace was a nice place to spend time with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida!
House and property exactly like pictured. House very clean , yard and pool fabulous! Walking distance to beach , right across the street and your feet are in sand. Black sand beach , big waves for surfing, not really a swimming beach . Their are many beaches close by for swimming . We enjoyed playa mantas, and of course the beach at Manuel Antonio. We took surf lessons from Jaco Surf school, they were wonderful and very reasonably priced . We also enjoyed the El Miro Ruins( it’s free except for parking ) , the Tarcoles bridge and exploring nearby beaches . A car is nice to have. We enjoyed Vida Hermosa restaurant near the house and and El Chicano Mexican food downtown Jaco. The property manager Askel was wonderful, she was very quick to respond if we needed anything and to answer questions, thank you Askel! We did have two nights of short power outages that Askel remedied asap, we were glad we had brought flashlights. Otherwise a wonderful stay, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaelanne B., Georgetown, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
The house was clean and had everything we needed. Management was very helpful and responsive. Great location. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay!
We had an amazing week. The house was exactly as listed but even cleaner than I expected. The pool was clean and my kids loved it. We couldn’t have found a better house. The beach had a crazy undertow so we couldn’t swim but the property manager, Askel, gave us a recommendation for a nearby beach that was incredible! Check in and out were a breeze. There were a bunch of restaurants within walking distance but bring a flashlight for the walk home. No lights on the private way. We would definitely stay here again if we returned to Costa Rica.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023