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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Interior
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Puntarenas Province, Garabito
  • Mantas Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Herradura Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Marina Los Sueños
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Tambor (TMU)
    ‪190 min drive‬

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About the area

Tárcoles

Close to the beach.You'll find Mantas Beach and Hacienda las Agujas within 3 miles (5 km) of this condo. Playa Blanca and Playa Limoncito are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mantas Beach - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Herradura Beach - 17 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Marina Los Sueños - 19 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Jacó Beach - 24 min drive - 16.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hook Up - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bar 8cho - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Zoe Restaurante - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Carabelas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC Herradura - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Paradise Found! Character filled close to beach, forest and amenities

Paradise Found is a character filled Villa close to everything Costa Rica has to offer! Amazing beaches, National Parks, Adventure Parks, loads of Restaurants and shopping just minutes away! Newly refinished Villa with quaint private patio over looking natural unspoiled rainforest. Plenty of wildlife to view right from the balcony or patio as you sip your morning coffee. Nice pool with waterfall for an end of day relaxation. Well appointed kitchen with all amenities for cooking. Two AC unit keep the Villa very comfortable. Only 8 condos in this quiet, private gated community. 5 Star ratings on other sites. The Villa is full of all necessities to make your stay fantastic and memorable!

Property manager

mary hamer

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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 under 3 not advised as there is a balcony

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
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. Long-term renters welcome.

Paradise Found! Character filled close to beach, forest and amenities Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hayley F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Served well
The place was ideal between San Jose and Manuel Antonio. Recommend getting new sheets and cleaning window sills of dead bugs. Beautify butterflies, humming birds and iguanas were observed. The waterfall on the pool didn’t work- but we were happy enough with the one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisette T., College Station

Liked: Cleanliness
Abundance and Joy
We enjoyed Mary’s place very much. The small gated community allowed us to visit with Dani and Barbara who were also staying in the complex. So wonderful to get advice for excursions from other visitors. Chris who helped us with our arrival was beyond helpful. Chris was responsive and very willing to answer all my questions as quickly as he can. Mary, the owner was very flexible and caring. The location was perfect as our two favorite beaches, Playa Blanca and Playa Pita , were 10 minutes to the left and 10 minutes to the right. We will return to be loved again by the spirit of Pura Vida .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Basecamp Respite
So happy to have found this spot for our first trip to Costa Rica. We wanted to have a basecamp from where we could explore both national parks and beaches. We had a great time visiting Carara and Manuel Antonio national parks as well as Rainmaker - all easy day trips. The beaches were absolutely amazing and we were so grateful for the tips that our host provided. They were also so very helpful in providing a car rental reference and everything turned out great on that end. There is some construction going on in a neighboring lot but we were honestly too busy to be bothered by it. This condo faces the other direction so we enjoyed sitting outside on the patio early each morning listening to the spectacular cacophony of birds, including some very friendly hummingbirds. The amenities were wonderful, the AC, washer/dryer all worked just fine. Water tasted great, we are a bit picky on that and thought we might have to buy bottled water but it was not necessary. Master bed was extremely comfortable, slept incredibly well every night. This was our perfect respite after busy days of exploring and we would recommend to anyone looking at staying in the area! Communication with both the host and local property manager was a breeze. Thank you both and Pura Vida!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spot
We enjoyed our stay, great beaches close by. Owner was very helpful, local manager a little less knowledgeable about the area outside of main tourist attractions, but easy to figure out on your own. AC was key, little pool by the unit was terrific.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Property was in a remote area with nothing around unless you drive . The property was not fancy, but met our needs!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil and Penny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Found
We stayed in the villa a short driving distance to several very private beaches and one very busy beach. None within walking distance. The pool at the villa was lovely and refreshing. We never saw another person there. The balcony overlooking the back was just amazing. We saw more wildlife in the backyard than anywhere else on our visit. Coffee every morning on the balcony brought more birds than you can imagine and almost always the sweet white faced monkeys. The villa was well equipped with most everything you need. Host and property manager were very communicative and helpful with booking tours if needed. Thanks Mary and Chris for making our stay most enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dottie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradis Found!
Iguanas + Home + Neighbors+ Privacy+ Mary was very communicative and property manager Chris was helpful as well with suggestions~
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merritt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and comfortable
My best friend and I visited Costa Rica for the very first time. We were met by the property manager chris after our plane delay and bad weather. We ventured out every day. Many things are close. The restaurant to your immediate left after turning on main road was relaxed and great cheaper food. The market located to your right and down was awesome and good prices. Best yet than going to Jaco. We will be back. Good hosts and prompt communication
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Krista R., Santa Fe, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value and good location!
We had a very good stay at Paradise Found. The property manager, Chris is excellent -- on top of everything and super pleasant. The condo is small but efficient and had most everything we needed for our stay. The owner has put a lot of time and attention into this property, and we appreciated all of her care to make her place feel like home to her guests. Her three-ring binder is full of great suggestions of places to see, restaurants and other activities for guests of all ages. It could use a bit of updating, as prices and other things have changed. One thing guests should know is that you cannot simply drive to one of the national parks in the area and buy a ticket there. You MUST buy them online at least one day in advance. We got turned away after driving 3 hours (thanks to a crash on the highway) to Manuel Antonio National Park and lost one of our four precious days there.We enjoyed the local beaches, a trip to Tortuga Island on the Costa Cat cruise, and Nauyaca Falls is a must! Costa Rica is a beautiful country filled with happy people and we look forward to returning.Thank you, Mary, for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Agnes N.

Beautiful neighborhood
It is a very cute Costa Rican style condo in the jungle full of exotic animals. It is very safe since there is a big and a small gate before you enter the condo. You don't hear any noise of civilization, only the animals. We have seen a group of squirrel monkeys, iguanas, and a scarlet macaw around the pool. Housekeeping could have done a better job regarding dead bugs and spider webs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kkay N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Must Stay!
Lovely home with all the essentials and more. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us Mary! Sit on the top deck and say high to the hummingbird that is usually on the tree to the right or feeding nearby. Check out Chanchitos Taqueria in the ATV plaza and go on the Costa Cat tour to Isla Tortuga. The corner store on the end of the has everything you need, the salsa and tortilla chips are amazing there.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful Natural Environment
Superb nature viewings from the balcony facing the forest including monkeys every day, numerous birds and a mama sloth with a baby. Well maintained landscaping and pool. Spacious and well decorated villa with excellent air conditioning. Great service from property manager Chris. Quiet and safe.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pramane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Truly Found
We had an excellent stay at Paradise Found. Mary’s place was absolutely gorgeous. It was clean and had everything we needed. We felt right at home. In the mornings, you will be greeted by a family of iguana’s sunning themselves. Use Waze and you’ll find the place easily. It’s a bit secluded in a gated community but if you have a car, there are stores and restaurants near by. Jaco is just a short drive 10 minute drive away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable basecamp for your expedition
Our stay was fantastic. The check-in process was white-glove, and Chris, the property manager, was always just a text away to field questions and provide suggestions on activities. The condo was neat as a pin and very well stocked, and the location is quiet and secure but requires that you have a car to get to Jaco and surrounding attractions. Overall - a wonderful stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden paradise
Mary’s place is beautifully decorated and has plenty of amenities to make you feel like home. I particularly enjoyed sitting on the upper balcony in the early mornings & the covered bottom patio when it rained at night. I did have a car which made it easier to explore the local beaches and restaurants and go into Jaco. There are beach and pool accessories plus plenty of linens & kitchen supplies. Despite being a bit off the main road, extra security measures have been put in place. The quiet location was a welcome change from the busy Jaco center. Mary and the local property management were quick to respond and easy to communicate. Thank you - pura vida!!
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
A charming place, clean and comfortable. Pool right there, and near beautiful beaches. We didn't have a car, so it took a bit to figure out how to get around. Great digs to come home to after days out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, super comfy
I stayed for 7 nights at Paradise Found. The house has everything you can think a house should have to make your stay cozy, homy and comfortable. The location is great, near many beaches and attractions. Both Mary the owner and Chris the host reached out during our time there to see of everything was fine, and it was! It’s a big yes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023