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LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View

Villa with an outdoor pool, near Samara Beach

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View from inside central living area ...looking out!
FRONT VIEW
Terrace/patio
Pool
EVENING VIEW

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6264.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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SAMARA, GUANACASTE
  • Place, Samara Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrillo Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Barrigona
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View

NEW (2019 see additional photos!!) COMPLETE SURROUND PATIO!

Villa Libelula is extremely private!


LOCATED on the Pacific Coast of the Nicoya Peninsula, VILLA LIBÉLULA (dragonfly in Spanish) is nestled on one of the highest elevation view properties in the desirable beach community of Samara. This secluded hide away boasts 180° panoramic views of the Pacific ocean and jungle. Adorned with lush tropical flowers that attract colorful hummingbirds, dragonflies, and butterflies. Howler monkeys swing from the trees above and the sunset is only a lounge chair away..

Built in 2016, a Costa Rican style contemporary villa, designed exclusively to encompass sweeping ocean and jungle views in all of its rooms! A sun lit, open and breezy central living area with 25 ft pitched ceiling with dark wood beams welcomes you. The brand new fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with granite countertops faces a 40 foot view facing wall comprised of 10 foot tall folding glass doors which open to an expansive covered terrace with an outdoor red cedar dining table, traditional Costa Rican rocking chairs and super comfortable, cushioned teak adjustable lounge chairs. Directly in front of the terrace is a refreshing aqua blue infinity pool and beyond that is the 180° panoramic view of white sands and the crystal clear waters of Samara and Carrillo Beaches, Isla Chora and the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula. Decorated with Costa Rican photos, pottery, and furniture. Appointed with ceiling fans throughout, including the terrace, as well as air conditioning in all bedrooms. The master bedroom offers a king size bed and oversized glass sliding doors with all-encompassing views, opening to a new terrace that surrounds the front , aqua infinity pool and oversized terrace. The master has an ensuite bath, with large ocean & jungle view windows and a roomy walk in closet. The spacious guest bedrooms have queen size beds, glass sliding doors, also with complete panoramic views, opening to the new terrace , aqua infinity pool and oversized terrace. The furniture within the home was custom crafted by a local artisan using wood from trees cleared for construction!

Due to the fact that the home is surrounded by cliffs, and it has a pool …..the house is not in anyway toddler proof, therefore we are unable to accept reservations with children under the age of five years old.

SHOULD YOU CHOOSE air conditioning in the bedrooms, please read information located in the “HOUSE RULES “.
We offer the AC as an option, and is $15 per day per bedroom. Paid at check in BY CASH, VENMO OR PAYPAL.
We offer a separate charge, in order to keep our nightly rate low.

CUSTOM MADE SECURITY SAFE FOR ALL YOUR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, MONEY, JEWLERY AND PERSONAL DEVICES

LOCATION

5 minutes by vehicle and you are in the authentic Costa Rican funky beach towns of Samara or Carrillo. Of course you are probably going to take a bit longer as all vehicles give way to the many passing iguanas, horses, cows and howler monkeys who observe from the trees. Because of the ARA Project, a Red Macau breeding and rescue concern... located in Punta Islita (tours available), we now have four Red Macaus nesting in the reserve ( Wing Nuts Zip Line ) right next to the house. You WILL see these colorful…red, blue, yellow and green parrots coming and going directly in front of the pool!

Samara's beach front restaurants and side bars, offer a wide culinary experience. If you desire the authentic Costa Rican Gallo Pinto or Casado... hamburger, pizza, sushi/ Asian or something with a French flare, to charcoal grilled steak, chicken, pork chops or whole red snapper... you will find it here! Salsa Lizano is a Costa Rican condiment developed in 1920 by the Lizano Company. Try a splash and perhaps bring some back as a memorable souvenir to share with your friends and family. Every morning on Samara Beach you will see the local fishermen launching their fishing boats and bringing back a wide selection of seafood for local restaurant offerings. All the restaurants are extremely beach casual, so sit back, watch the sunset while sipping your favorite beverage and enjoy how the warm sand feels between your toes... it doesn't get much better than this!


ACTIVITIES

In downtown Samara and directly on the beach you will find a selection of tour and water activity operators. Yoga on the beach at sunrise, surfing & paddle boarding, organic farmers market, ATV rentals, zip line and aerial parks are only some of the few fun things you can do. One of the best is a motor coach tour offering one, two and three day excursions to Costa Rica's famous Arenal Volcano, with its soothing hot springs and mud baths…it is hard to pass up!
A few other overnight excursions include the Monte Verde Cloud Forest which is known for the exhilarating eight bridge cloud walk and the Manuel Antonio National Park with its white-sand beaches, rugged rain forest with a diversity of tropical plants and wildlife including the three toed sloth, endangered white-faced capuchin monkeys and hundreds of species of birds. Waterfall tours including several on horseback and nature and wild life tours are also a fun way to spend the day. Not to mention river rafting, kayaking and canoeing in local mangroves, or snorkeling and diving in the barrier reef!

There is never a dull moment in Samara! At the end of the day, pamper yourself by scheduling a massage at one of the several "well being" centers, surrounded by tropical flowers, sounds of local birds and breaking surf.

For direct link to our site …go to VRBO.com/1043374

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
We cannot accept under age of 5
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We cannot accept reservations with children under the age of five years old
If wanted Additional payment for Air Conditioning. $ 15 per day, per room paid in cash to property manager or financial Apps on arrival day.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sámara

Located in Sámara, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Safari Surf School and Jungle Butterfly Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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SAMARA, GUANACASTE

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 17 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 17 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Garza Beach - 24 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Pizzeria Locanda - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LOOK AT THIS VIEW and VILLA! High Elevation/180 Degree Beach/Ocean/Jungle View located?

Located in the heart of Sámara, this villa is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Samara Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Carrillo Beach and Buena Vista Beach. Playa Barrigona and Playa Barco Quebrado are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherri J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a beautiful home and location! It was even more beautiful and roomy than the puctures!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefano L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So sad to leave Samara..

This was such a great place..both the town and perfect house were amazing..we will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Samara

We keep coming back to this gorgeous home because it has everything we need, a gorgeous view, and helpful support from the property manager. Fantastic vacation!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We were a family of 6 and stayed 4 nights and truly enjoyed our time! This house is a gem, with amazing views, spacious, clean, equipped with everything you need, and near the town and beaches. Kristina was great and responded instantly to any questions we had. We highly recommend it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin H., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All-around excellent house/location

Wonderful property. I don't have much to add to all the other reviews: incredible view, house has everything we needed, quiet location yet close to everything you need, and responsive and friendly communication with everyone involved. My family of 5 thoroughly enjoyed our time here and would return in a heartbeat. And Samara is a fabulous area from which to discover this part of Costa Rica.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Samara villa

The house was perfect. The view was stunning. The best part of the day was opening the sliding window/wall and having morning coffee looking at the ocean sunrise. The best part of the vacation was hanging out at home. I have stayed in vrbo rentals all over the world and this property is one of the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Wow, that first impression when we walked in just before sunset. That impression will stay with me. Every morning we would sit and enjoy our coffees on the front deck for hours. The howlers kept us company a few mornings, so between the view and the monkeys, you couldn’t ask for more. The kitchen was well equipped and the beds very comfy and had lots of storage. Finally, the property managers at Samara and Kristina the owner were all so helpful and kind. I would love to go back one day.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Latonya T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

I would stay here again! The owners of the property was very helpful from the time of booking until the day of checkin. The manager of the property made sure we enjoyed every minute of our stay upon arrival. The location was close to the beach and town. We could walk to everything needed. The pictures on this page does no justice to how amazing the views are. I cannot wait to bring my family back here. SN: a 4x4 suv is needed to get up the hill to the property I don’t recommend getting a car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream House

A dream place, everything was perfect. Jim and Kristina take care of their guests and ensure that they are comfortable and have a good time. The Villa is exceptional with a view of the Ocean, plus this villa is spacious and has everything what you need to have a dream stay. The rooms are comfortable, the kitchen is super functional and the environment is spectacular. It really is a dream house where it is good to spend quality time. Don't hesitate not to rent this villa, you will definitely like it. ...
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

miep v.

Beautiful stay at Vila Libelula (dragon fly)

My husband and I spent 14 wonderful and relaxing days in this gorgeous home. House is very comfortable and private, views are magnificent, and the house is surrounded by amazing tropical flowers, We spent most of our days on the outside patio and in the pool and ate all our meals at the large outdoor dining table. We saw and heard the howler monkeys in the trees next to the house almost every day, so much fun to see them play and swing in the trees. You need an SUV to reach the house and Samara, as well as all the beaches north of Samara, as roads are rough.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Transcendent

When you’re sitting in twenty below temps, dreaming of your tropical vacation, and your mind conjures up this vision of the perfect hacienda, this place is the epitome of that vision. The pictures seem too good to be true. They aren’t. Pictures can’t begin to fully express how amazing this place is. Every detail has been considered in the design and construction. Do yourself a favor, and stop searching. You’ve found the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5-Star Property and Experience!

Our vacation at Libelula was first-rate. The view is breathtaking, the home is clean and beautiful, and it has all of the amenities you need to feel right at home. Kristina was a gracious hostess and Leo and the Samara Rentals staff went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was enjoyable. The people in Samara were all so kind and we just loved the town and all of the adventures that it had to offer. We thought we would venture outside of Samara more than we did, but did not need to travel far from the house to enjoy ziplining, surfing, wildlife viewing and fishing. Chef Lucia cooked a 5-star meal for us after a day of fishing that was as beautiful as it was delicious. Great home, great people, great hostess, great town. We hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible home, view, and everything

This home is pretty much perfect. I cannot think of one thing that is not ideal. We are a family of 4 with teens. We had tons of room to spread out. The home is super clean and has everything we needed. Very well stocked kitchen, laundry. Rental managers were very easy to communicate with. The VIEW is even better than the photos show. It is simply breathtaking. I was concerned that we had to drive into town but I would not change anything. Samara downtown is a bit chaotic but this beautiful perch is anything but. Highlights: Pool- perfect Wildlife- monkeys, birds and more to the right of the pool. Playa Carrillo- we went swimming several days and had the beach nearly to ourselves. Water is clear, warm and the perfect type of easy waves. Great beach for kids- 7min drive from house. Surprisingly good restaurants in Samara- Roots, Falafel cafe, organic market,
Monkeys in the early morning
Paradise
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Harold W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional location

The property is just as pictured in the listing and is beautiful. Communicating with the property manager was a bit of a challenge. They list a phone number but if you don't have a working cell phone when you land, the number is useless. They suggest communicating by WhatsApp and that is fine, as long as you have the internet, which you will not have in your vehicle. So, coordinating with the manager on arrival was a bit of a problem while in transit. The road to the property needs grading as it is full of potholes and is in rough shape. The TV in the main room was a bit complicated to operate (2 remotes) but the manager was very accommodating and was able to get it working. All in all, the home is lovely, the location exceptional and we enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the property and the area. Views were incredible. Fruit and coffee at check in were a great touch. The only thing we could think to add would be a small book about the area with suggestions of places to eat, explore, etc. You can reach out to the property manager for that, as we did, but would be the only thing. We loved the house and had a great time with our family of four. Communication was fantastic. Would absolutely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

You simply MUST stay here!

This property is exactly as in the photos - that view is truly that spectacular. Howler monkeys greeted us upon arrival. We had to refill the hummingbird feeder twice during our stay. And we even had some red macaws fly by one morning. We enjoyed the view from the patio rain AND shine! The house was perfect for our family of 5 - we even ended up cooking at home for a couple of dinners, which we really didn’t plan on doing. We did one morning walk down to Roots Bakery but I would not advise it - driving was the way to go. All the food options in the area were wonderful and we checked out both Playa Sámara and Playa Castillo during our stay.
That view
Red macaws through the binoculars
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Week in Samara

We loved this house and even better the 2nd time. Fresh fruit and coffee on arrival was a nice touch. Leo stayed late and met us at 7:30pm to get checked in. The view and home amenities are top notch. We saw monkeys every day and the scarlet macaws flying down valley. Can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay

The view is stunning. We walked in and immediately told the property manager we wouldn't be leaving. This home is by far the best VRBO we have stayed in. Everything you could possibly think of has been provided. From the very well stocked kitchen, complete with spices, cooking oil, coffee, tea, plenty of utensils, etc.to all items needed for the beach chairs, coolers, floaties, etc. We had so much fun watching the wildlife. The number of hummingbirds that visited the feeder was crazy, the macaws flying to and from the adjacent reserve, the howlers that visited one afternoon and entertained us for a couple of hours. With all this comfortable home has to offer it was sometimes difficult to leave it to enjoy all that Samara has to offer.For full disclosure, my husband did suggest at one point during our stay that we leave a bad review so that fewer people would visit this and it would be available for us.We hope to come back soon. This house has spoiled us.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house, owners and managers!

House is very nice. Amazing views of the ocean and beautiful landscape. We saw howeler monkeys and a pair of red Macaws from the pool area! Everything is very comfortable and nice. Thank you also for the nice reception coffee and fruits waiting for us when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nic N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private paradise

We had a lovely time in Samara staying at this property. It really does have THAT view. Perfect for family of four. Had everything we needed—coffee and fruit at checkin was a great surprise. Geckos were fun to watch and made sure we didn’t have any insects inside. Pool was perfect. Hummingbird feeder was hoppin! Beach umbrellas were especially appreciated. Samara rentals arranged car rental at National. There was no breeze while we were there so paying for AC at night was very helpful. I would recommend and return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly!

The house is lovely.It is wonderful to wake up to the sweeping view of the ocean every morning. The home is modern and well-equipped. The owner was very responsive to our questions and needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

If you want a quiet, gorgeous place to stay, you've found it. You can watch birds and howler monkeys from the patio, which also has a gorgeous view of the ocean and sky. The property manager is prompt and professional. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

V R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views!

Overall we enjoyed our stay at the house. The views are absolutely stunning. Although no sunsets due to location. Pool on smaller size but for family of five was perfect. First time visiting Sámara so location was perfect . Some bumpy and narrow roads down to main road but then easy to get into town for restaurants. Limeys and Anglers a must!Of both beaches close to house Corolla was our favorite. Peaceful and very clean. Sámara Rental were great. The house did invite some scorpions which we could not understand how they got into the house. That was a bit concerning. Living room fans are not enough in keeping house cool. And we had to keep the doors shut to avoid these insects from getting in.Linens should be updated. In one room almost looked dirty. Price and view made it worth it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Wow, what a beautiful property!! First ,our property manager was extremely attentive to all our needs:) I tried reserving a few restaurants online, completely full. Called Jair, who did his magic and got us in ! He booked all our activities. He was a pleasure to deal with!The house view is the best in Sámara!! Just breathtaking! We had 2 parrots visit, and we were visited daily by a family of howler monkeys. So entertaining.house is beautiful, kitchen has everything you need to cook great meals. Samara has many amazing restaurants :) just a short distance from the house. Parking in Sámara is crazy! We quickly discovered it was less stressful to park just down the main road , on the right side. Just before Sámara rentals. It’s a very short walk to groceries, beach activities and all restaurants. Lovely stay! Would go back tomorrow :) great bakery, Roots on that corner, and a amazing cheese and cold meats spot for charcuterie boards, the centre where Sámara rentals is offerts a wonderful meat store, and another bakery. Surf lessons are a must!! Make sure you book with Jair! Our instructor we the best!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Une maison de prestige avec une vue extraordinaire

Toutes les commodités nécessaires. Une belle maison décorée avec goût. Avec une suberbe vue sur la baie de Samara. Le seul quiproquo: la climatisation nécessite des frais supplémentaires alors que l’annonce ne le mentionnait pas.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kristina Hahn Papianni

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Jim and I have been coming to Samara for 21 years. We
purchased the property in 2002....when Hurricane Sandy hit the New Jersey Shore in 2012...we lost our summer home that had been in the family for 85 years. Rethinking and rethinking our options...we decided that it was time to build in Samara!

Why they chose this property

Libélula was designed solely around the view....ALL the living quarters have complete WALK OUT open views of the Pacific Ocean...even the master bath shower has a view!

What makes this property unique

Privacy, privacy and even more privacy. There are no other homes around us and one side of the property is adjacent to a privately owned reserve.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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