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Relaxing Carrillo Bay-Walk to Beach, Restaurants, 3-7 bdrms great for families.

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Interior
An infinity pool
Smart TV, books, stereo
Sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Carillo, Guanacaste
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Samara Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

Puerto Carrillo

Seaside stay .At this Puerto Carrillo vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carrillo Beach and 3 miles (5 km) of Samara Beach. Playa Camaronal is within 6 miles (10 km) and Playa Islita is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Carrillo Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Selva - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Samara Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 32 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 45 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Alma Restaurante - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 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.

Relaxing Carrillo Bay-Walk to Beach, Restaurants, 3-7 bdrms great for families.

Welcome to Ventana Del Mar! For those of you looking for a true Costa Rican experience without the hustle of vacation resorts and tourist traps, you’ve found the right place. This unique custom home is nestled in the trees resting above Carrillo Bay. The open air design brings cool ocean breezes and plenty of sunlight. All of the bedrooms are fully appointed with air conditioning units and ceiling fans. There is a gated entry and parking for up to 5 cars for your convenience as well.

Our home is centrally located in the small fishing town of Puerto Carrillo. It is walking distance to the local tiendas (groceries), restaurants, pizzerias, cafés Ko, and of course THE beautiful beach. Carrillo Beach was rated among the top 25 hideaway beaches in the world in Travel and Leisure magazine. Samara is the next beach town 10 minutes away and provides more shopping, restaurants, surfing and adventure tours. Playa Carrillo is one of the most desirable beaches in Costa Rica. This 2-mile long white sand beach is lined with palm trees that provide plenty of shade. And, is void of commercial development. No bars, no hotels, no restaurants, just like its supposed to be with a few locals selling coconut milk or a push cart with sno-cones. Many mornings you can walk the entire beach and see only a handful of people. Carrillo’s horseshoe bay is protected from the rolling Pacific waves by a coral reef which is available for snorkeling at low tide. The waves are usually very playful with no undertow, making it perfect for all ages. Surfers looking for bigger waves can go to Camaronal, the next beach south. Returning from the beach, you can rinse off in the outdoor shower and relax in our private infinity pool. The pool includes a swim up palapa bar with a mini-fridge for drinks and a gas barbeque grill. There is also a cool water Jacuzzi and a waterslide for kids of ALL ages.

The main house offers an open air environment in the Great Room and Dining area and a large, fully equipped kitchen with pass-through breakfast bar. It has 3 bedrooms and three baths that sleep up to 8 people, and for larger parties there are two adjoining 2 bedroom apartments complete with baths and full kitchens for an additional cost.
On site property managers, David and Lesdy will the there to help. Additionally they own Samara Adventures and can provide airport shuttle transportation as well as arrange various sea and land excursions. As you can read in the reviews of our house, they will enhance your experience in every way. Convenience is key when planning an exciting vacation.

Getting to this pristine location is surprisingly easy. If you fly into Liberia International Airport, you can rent a car or charter a Samara Adventures van to take you 2 hour drive. The road is paved the entire way to the house, which is quite a luxury for Costa Rica. If you are flying into San Jose, the drive is usually just under 4 hours. Flying from San Jose is 35 minutes on the local commuter airline, Sansa, which lands at an airstrip in nearby Islita approximately 35-40 minutes away.

Please indicate if you are interested in the house, the apartments or both. Considerations may be made for groups of larger than 14 on an individual basis.

And remember...Pura Vida!








Keywords: House with pool, walk to beach

Property manager

David

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: children who can swim

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Relaxing Carrillo Bay-Walk to Beach, Restaurants, 3-7 bdrms great for families. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Beach Accommodation
We were a family of 6 (retired couple with 2 sons and their wives). But this location would have easily accommodated younger children and more people with a couple of adjoining apartments. This home is in a great location just minutes from Playa Carrillo. We chose Playa Carrillo to avoid the holiday crowds (e.g. Tamarindo) closer to Liberia Airport, but still have access to surfing, snorkeling, zip line, deep sea fishing, horseback riding, etc. It was a great combination for us!The outdoor common area was spacious and comfortable, with the pool just steps away. The kitchen had all the accessories we were looking for. Also Beach towels, chairs, boogie boards, umbrella and a convenient cart for carrying them to the beach were provided. Walking distance to multiple local restaurants and convenience stores. Incredible sunsets on the beach, and easy access to restaurants and shopping in Sámara just 10 minutes away. Solar heated water was a little cool, but was refreshing for most of our group. We had originally planned to have 10 people, but 3 days before the trip, one family came down with Covid. The host offered to open up their apartment and see if he could get someone on very short notice. He was able to fill the apartment many of the nights and refunded us for these nights. He was incredibly thoughtful and accommodating!We will definitely consider staying here on our next trip to Puerto Carrillo!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Escape
Our family decided to runaway for Christmas and we found ourselves at the perfect spot. There was enough space for 4 teenagers and 6 adults to have some privacy and a lovely shared space. The pool and slide were a great hit. The hill to beach is a bit of a challenge but the ocean makes it worth it.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a beautiful location
We looked for a large home for a family of 12 with 2 toddlers, 2 teenagers and 8 adults (4 couples). We had the main home and an apartment. It was such an unbelievable home and experience. David, the main point of contact, is extremely responsive. He helped us schedule shuttles, excursions and helped when we accidentally locked ourselves out of the safe. The main space is completely open, which is super nice on those 30 days but each room has a mini split to help yourself cool down when necessary. Each room also had a shower and toilet which is really nice when you have so many people.The kitchen is fully equipped. But I would recommend to anyone to use Vivianna, the chef that David connected us with. She cooked us 4 dinners and her fees were extremely reasonable (around 90 total for the 12 of us). The pool is great and it was cleaned twice during week our stay.The beach is about a 5 minute walk. It is a steep walk but if there are mobility issues and you need to drive there's plenty of parking at the beach. It is a great beach, way less busy or touristy then the beach over at Samara. We'd stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult family trip
Great property in walking distance to the beach, a few restaurants, and stores, Samara is a short drive away. The pool is amazing. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael and Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home in Carrillo
Wonderful home for our family of six. We especially enjoyed being able to walk to the beach and the pool was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great House for a Group
We stayed at David’s house a few years ago and loved it then; we still do. The house is well designed and the rooms are spacious, including the bedrooms. The pool is, as one of our party said “the best in the universe”. The house is well situated near grocery stores, restaurants, beautiful Carrillo beach and there are bus stops handy for travel to nearby towns. Lesdy and David responded quickly to every issue or inquiry and helped arrange various excursions for us. Highly recommend.
Stayed 27 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Vacation
This was the perfect vacation house for our family of ten. We spent many happy hours in the spectacular pool. David and his staff were friendly, accommodating, and helpful. The location was ideal and within walking distance to the beautiful beach, restaurants, and grocery stores. We would recommend this vacation house to everyone!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D., Lubbock, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
You did not disappoint!
For our group, the house was perfect. We had a family of 4, two being less than 5. Two other couples, and 1 single in his 20s. This house had everything we needed. The owner was there with supplies when needed, and helped with all our excursions. We had a cook come one night which was delicious! The restaurant across the street was fantastic, and 2 close stores to shop. Yes, the walk to the beach is steep, but doable!! Thank you David for helping make this trip one of the best we have had to CR!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Ventana
Me and my fiancé stayed in this home for a month. We had the main home and the adjacent apartment as we had family and friends visit the entire time. As would any large home, it had its issues over the month, but David (property owner), lived right next door and would have it fixed within the hour. The quaint town of Puerto de Carrillo has everything you need within just a walk (grocery store is a 2 min walk, 8+ restaurants within a 5-8 min walk, beach within an 8 min walk) Amazing food and wonderful people on every corner. Wildlife was plentiful but not intrusive and very safe. By far what made this trip the life changing experience it was, was David and his family business. The own a shuttle company that can pick you up from any airport and shuttles to help get you around town if need be. They also broker and manage every excursion you could possibly want to do and David is simply a text message away. I've never had a more seamless experience while traveling and we'll miss this place dearly and hope to return in the future!!
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

Liked: Cleanliness
family vacation
this property has everything listed and more, David and his wife the host are awesome people which makes this place click. David helped us the first day when keys got locked in a bedroom and he responded at 645 am with a big smile, they make you fill like family not a customer. the other neighbors were very friendly as well. great restaurants real close within walking distance. great beaches close. we will be booking again thank you David
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for a week
We loved our stay! The house was as described, pool was perfect, and there is a great outdoor shower for rinses after the beach. Property was very clean and well cared for. We had one glitch with AC and an electrician was on site immediately to get it back up and running. We took advantage of the beach chairs and umbrellas, and David our host made it very simple to book tours and ask questions etc. There are a couple of restaurants within walking distance and 2 small grocery stores. The beach is a 1 minute drive down the hill with loads of parking and great waves to play in (not surf). All and all we loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Loved this home and its location! Plenty of room for 10 of us…3 families which included 3 active 3-6 year olds and a sleepy 18 year old. The kitchen has absolutely every utensil/pan/bowl you will need to fix countless meals. The refrigerator is extra large which made it awesome since we stocked up on food in Nicoya on our way in from the airport. We also walked the 1-2 blocks to the two grocery stores in town which actually had a good selection of things we ran out of…and ice cream! 😍 The pool is awesome! The kids loved the slide. The bar stools at the far end were perfect for sitting on to keep cool and tan. The washer and dryer were a very large capacity, complete with detergent. The dishwasher was large too, and detergent was provided. A/C in bedrooms was perfect. Ceiling fans everywhere, too. The walk down to the most ideal beach in the world was a short one. The walk back up was short, but rather steep. However, by the third day we had gotten used to it. Boogie boards, beach chairs, a wagon, sand toys, are all provided. We loved our stay and hope to return in a couple of years. Definitely zip line with WingNuts…we did the adrenaline option this time. Go early morning. David, the home’s manager, is wonderful and can answer/help with everything you need or might want to do.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
We loved every minute here. Such a wonderful place to relax. The pool was perfect and my kiddos loved the water slide. There were even floaters to use. Lots of lounge chairs. A great tv for watching YouTube or Netflix. David arranged fishing and horseback riding for us which were both awesome. He even showed us how to cook the tuna we caught. Kitchen was big and fully stocked and beds were all comfortable. It was a short walk or drive to the beach and there were lots of beach toys. Several restaurants and 2 markets close by. We just wished we could have stayed longer!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to beach - great stay!
Thanks again David for being so helpful. Property was wonderful - loved the pool and the hummingbirds that came to visit every morning! Walked to restaurant, walked to grocery, and walked to beach. David helped us arrange some wonderful tours during our stay! Thanks again for sharing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique & Authentic
We really enjoyed our stay at Puerto Carrillo. House & additional apartment were perfect for our family of 8. David, host, was easy to communicate with & he answered many questions. The proximity to the beautiful beach was misrepresented. It was a good hike down to the beach (more than 5 minutes) and it was rough coming back up the hill, especially if you were carrying any beach equipment. Fortunately our family loved the pool at the house so we spent leisure time there. Great restaurants nearby! Samara was easily accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna R., Chubbuck, Idaho USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in Costa Rica
We have never stayed in a place like this before. The open living was so fun and the secure & air conditioned bedrooms were great! I have not had the best experience with private pools in the past, but this one was amazing. It was hot & muggy so we spent a lot of time in the pool - kids loved the slide. The owner was great to work with & helped book our Catamaran Excursion, a chef prepared dinner at the house (very reasonable & yummy), and our Covid tests right at the house. Would definitely come back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect escape!
This property is set up perfectly for multiple families. The pool is such a wonderful treat and the location in relation to restaurants, beach and local market couldn’t be better!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maris T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely WONDERFUL
Our family relished in our stay at David's house. So much space, so close to wonderful restaurants and beach, beautiful and kind townspeople. David was so helpful. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neal K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing quaint beach town villa
We loved staying at David’s property. Nothing but good to say about the house and our experience. For our family group, it was truly wonderful and welcoming. The hosts obviously went above and beyond to prepare the property as well as provide anything we could want or need. They also helped set up activities and were more than kind and accommodating. We will definitely be back to stay again as we loved the property, the nearby Carillo beach, and the surfing in Samara.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful property
Spacious, comfortable, relaxing, clean. Can't say enough good things about this property. The pool and slide are awesome. The property is in town (very small town!) but is secluded and private. However you can walk to a small grocery store easily. There are a few good restaurants very close too. The most amazing beach is a short walk away (short steep uphill climb on the way back). The owner is very responsive and we booked most of our adventures with him. We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonya N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing paradise
We had a wonderful and relaxing experience. The owners were so helpful and responsive. The accommodations were convenient and comfortable. Thanks for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Jeny C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful rustic home perfect for family members of all ages
My family had a wonderful time at Casa Ventana del Mar. The location was perfect, walking distance to the beach and horseback riding. Home was great. It is similar to a rustic, open-air hacienda and with a fabulous pool and BBQ area as the main attraction. Thank you for the great memories!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, quiet stay
Excellent property, easy communication with owner. It was quick and easy to set up through the owner outings and excursions, as well as Covid-19 tests as required to reenter the United States. The house is about 10 minutes from Samara, which itself is a pretty small beach town. We found surf lessons in Samara, but it's not a bustling town by any stretch. The house itself is located in Puerto Carrillo, which is very very tiny. Exactly what we were looking for, but not for the bar crawler or nightlife seeker. There are a couple very small supermarkets walking distance from the house, as well as a couple small restaurants. You can walk to the beach in about 10 minutes -- there is some elevation loss (then gain on the way back), as town sits on a bluff over the ocean. There's a much longer walk to a secluded, rocky cove, about 2.5 miles round trip. We saw monkeys and lots of forest crabs. One could manage at this house without a car if you're okay playing in the house's pool, getting staples from the supermarket and cooking a few meals at home, and/or eating at the same two restaurants, which I think would be great. We had a rental car, which was nice for us because we wanted the surf lessons for the kids, and you need to get to Samara to do that. The owner will arrange airport shuttles though for those who don't want to bother with rental cars. The house itself is as advertised. We were only in the house, not the separate apartment that can be used by bigger groups. We were six people, two adults and four kids ages 18, 15, 13, and 9. The pool is really nice and a perfect temperature. There was plenty of sleeping space in the three bedrooms. Always keep in mind that you're essentially inside a forest/jungle, so you cannot avoid insects. It's part of the experience. They were not an issue for us as, again, it was part of our expectations. Beds and bedrooms were clean, air conditioning kept sleep temperature comfortable. We had an issue with one air conditioning unit that was fixed quickly and easily by the owner. Overall it was a great stay. Definitely recommend the property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Doesn’t get any better than this!!!!
Being extremely picky vacation rental owners ourselves, David’s lovely home and well organized services do not disappoint. From the well appointed, clean home to the refreshing pool, this is the PERFECT vacation home. It is well located, walking distance to great restaurants and a grocery store, and a true walk to the best beach in Costa Rica. David is the master in communication and organizing events; from horse back riding (the horses are literally brought up to your front door), to in home massages to airport shuttles (and very well thought out trips the grocery store on the way in), David gets it all done efficiently and effectively. Prices are EXTREMELY reasonable and you definitely get your money’s worth and more! David and his team made vacationing in a foreign country seamless and welcoming. We will definitely be back !!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

richard m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best beach in CR
Pool is spectacular (watch slide, wear rash guard) best beach in CR been too many, walk to beach is quite a little steep, restaurants, mini mart easy walk no car needed!! David very responsive, need to lock individual rooms a hassle but well worth it
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021