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Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views !

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Dining on the veranda with a beautiful view of Flamingo Bay
Views of Villas Catalina from Playa Penca
Our shared infinity pool with a breathtaking view of Flamingo Bay and coastline
A bit of a hike to get to the pool but the views are breathtaking.
Gorgeous sunsets from our veranda

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Potrero, Guanacaste
  • Penca Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Playa Potrero
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Flamingo Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views !

Bella Vista del Mar is located on the 'Gold Coast' of Costa Rica which is considered to be the prime area in Costa Rica to vacation. Our town home is in the town of Potrero in an upscale, gated community called Villas Catalina, a small complex of 11 homes. Villas Catalina is on Camino Las Catalina, across the street from two gorgeous beaches, Playa Penca and Playa Prieta, both voted in the top five most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. Our home is located on a two lane paved country road.

Our elegant town home blends spacious living, comfort and luxury with magnificent views of Flamingo and Potrero Bay, Playa Penca, Playa Prieta, and incredible Pacific sunsets. Sitting on our wrap-around terrace watching a beautiful sunset with the waves crashing in the background makes time stand still. The shared infinity pool also has a breathtaking panoramic view of the coastline.

Our two story home has been tastefully decorated to reflect the Costa Rican culture. All of our furniture has been handmade by Costa Rican craftsman. It has granite and marble counter tops throughout and has all the amenities to make your stay very comfortable. Our gourmet kitchen has just about everything you would need to cook a wonderful meal.

The main level includes the living room, dining room, large gourmet kitchen, large outside deck and patio with a beautiful view of the ocean as well as a full bath and bedroom with a queen bed and a set of bunk beds that can easily accommodate adults. The lower level has a spacious primary suite with a king size bed and an attached private bathroom. Also on this level is a second bedroom with a queen bed and attached private bathroom. All the bedrooms have a nice ocean view. A laundry room is also on this floor with washer, dryer and second refrigerator/freezer. All rooms are air conditioned. Our home is a non-smoking home.

The home has a high definition TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime access, DVD player, CD player, full stereo with inside and outside speakers and surround sound, high speed Internet and telephone. Each room is equipped with an Ethernet port as well for internet access. The Sony sound system is smart-phone ready with Bluetooth connection capability.

The beautiful shared infinity pool with spa has two bathrooms/showers and a barbecue for your use. The pool area is equipped with two tables and eight sitting chairs as well as multiple padded lounge chairs. There is an unheated spa as well. The views from the pool are a spectacular panoramic view of the entire coastline and Flamingo Bay. It is a great location to watch the sunset!

Bella Vista del Mar is VERY close to the beach... A quick walk to two beautiful secluded beaches. Our home sits on a hill overlooking Flamingo Bay. Just down from that hill is the ocean. Literally it is a 3-5 minute leisurely walk to two beautiful beaches. Playa Penca is a beautiful white sand beach in Flamingo Bay which is quite shallow for a long way out great for children, sunbathing, skim boarding and swimming. Playa Prieta is the same distance and has lots of great shade and big rolling waves for body surfing. Both beaches have been voted in the top five most gorgeous beaches in Costa Rica.

There is some traffic on the road in front of our home to the Las Catalinas development several miles down the road. The holiday season and the peak winter months are the busiest season.

Our complex does sit up on a hill to allow for the beautiful ocean views. There are stairs to climb from the parking area to get to our front door. The shared infinity pool is located on the upper level of our small complex to capture the amazing views and does require a walk uphill. Photos of the stairs up to the pool are included in the photos of our home.

Our home is equipped with a keyless front door lock so that you can come and go with ease. We also have an alarm system and a safe in the first floor bedroom to store your valuables.

If you are traveling with small children, we do now offer a Baby Bundle rental package for $75 which includes a 4 Moms Portable Crib, an Upseat Highchair and a Mesh Child Safety Gate for the stairwell. Please let us know if this is something that you might want for your stay.

Property manager

Jill Walsh
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Please see our specific rental agreement for the details in regards renting our home

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Haras del Mar Equestrian Center and Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Playa Prieta - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Potrero - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Conchal Beach - 19 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gracia Mar Vista - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views ! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views !?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views !?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Home with Gorgeous Ocean Views ! located?

This family-friendly Tempate holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Penca Beach and Playa Prieta are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

A Wonderful Stay

The Villa was spacious and well laid out. We enjoyed the huge deck and the views were amazing. We took advantage of the pool area and the beaches were a short walk and both were lovely. The property owner responded quickly to questions and arranged to have a playpen and high chair for our grand daughter, which we really appreciated.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

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

Amazing Views

We spent 8 nights in this very spacious condo. The view is amazing and we loved morning coffee on the balcony each morning. The town was close enough that we could walk to a restaurant but a golf cart or car is needed for other activities. The pool is a beautiful sunset spot. It was a little loud as the unit is just above the street but with the AC and fan on at night it isn’t too bad. The staff is friendly and we had everything we needed in the well stocked kitchen. Would stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Potrero Vacation

Very nice home and well managed property. 9 out of 10 vacation staying at this home. Only downside is road and neighborhood noise occasionally.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Potrero

Excellent accommodations. Great views, close to two beaches. This place provided everything that we needed to make our stay pleasant. We had one issue with a shower that was promptly fixed. Great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alene K.

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

The perfect end to an intense Costa Rica experienc3.

We are a three generation family, ages 11-74. After actively touring and experiencing active Costa Rica, it was wonderful to relax in this beautiful home. Everything we needed was there - cooking, beach toys, and the washer and dryer. The views were beautiful and the beach near by. We were glad to have our family to help with the luggage up and down the stairs, both indoors and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley U.

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

Great Family Location

Well designed, clean, and stocked accommodations. Felt like home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas b.

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

Great Stay

This property was everything we hoped for. Quick easy access to the beach, beautiful view, great pool area. Check in and check out was super easy. For the price it was well worth it and would book again next time.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

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

Great property!

We had a great time! The property is very nice and had lots of supplies that were appreciated! Beautiful sunset views! Beautiful pool! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

huge home - fantastic stay

Large, modern well-kept townhome. Huge, kitchen with all the pots/pans/dishware that you might need for a self-catering stay. The complex pool is spectacular. A short drive to several nice restaurants. The complex is quiet and safe with friendly 24-hour security. We highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Great stay in a beautiful area!

We loved this property and the area. Super close to several gorgeous beaches and lots of cute shops/restaurants. The owner and management were easy to communicate with. There were a couple small things that came up and they addressed them very quickly. We loved Potrero and this great home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy L., Canada

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

Great Home Away from Home

Jill's home had everything we needed. It is very comfortable, clean, and in walking distance to the beach! We really appreciated the big kitchen which was very well-stocked! The pool at the top of the property was a great place for a sunset swim, with a great view of the ocean.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

heather v., Austin, TX

Get ready for an amazing, life changing vacation!

This is our second time staying in this home and I would recommend this home to pretty much anyone (maybe except those with mobility issues?). Its beautiful, comfortable and the owners and management staff are accommodating and responsive. Love this place!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

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

Perfect location

We had a wonderful time in Costa Rica, the house was perfect for our family. We loved how roomy the house was, never feeling crowded and the deck was our favorite hangout spot. We all enjoyed the quick walks to the beach and the pool. We will definitely want to come again. Thank you Jill and Tony for being so kind and helpful. The security guards (Pedro) were so so sweet too .
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

heather v., Austin, TX

Truly "heaven on earth."

I've never used the phrase, "heaven on earth" to describe a place before, but this place is it. The people, the food, the country, the home... Everything. Amazing.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Great Vacation

Great property, location, amenities, and view. Wonderful community with lovely beaches. Fully stocked townhome with everything you need. Beaches are just across the street, down a path thru the woods. wonderful restaurants and beach bars near by. Only downside is property manager is terrible, something breaks you better fix it your self because they are non-existent. Would definitely rent this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Wonderful week!

Enjoyed the clean and spacious home for 10 days with a family of four adults. Enjoyed exploring the many beaches and local restaurants. Did some zip lining and a boat tour of the national park and enjoyed the gorgeous sunsets from the balcony. There are A-LOT of steps..fortunately our son was there to help we seniors with the luggage. We would have had trouble on our own.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Lovely home close to amazing beaches

We stayed for a month and felt right at home in this well appointed town home. The rooms were large, beds were very comfortable and the kitchen had just about everything you could need. We loved walking to the beaches and spent a lot of time at the pool enjoying the amazing views. The town of Potrero is lovely and within walking distance. We went several times a week to the bakery (El Patio Panaderia) and fruit stand (across from the square). Both were amazing! The only draw back is the busy road in front of the unit with lots of construction vehicles going by. We knew about this when we booked so it wasn't a surprise.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conor T.

Excellent Villa

This was our first time in Costa Rica and we are so happy we chose to stay at this property during our vacation. It was a home away from home, everything we needed was there from the kitchen essentials to the chairs for the beach. The property and views were amazing, just a short walk to the infinity pool which we had to ourselves the majority of the time. We would walk every morning to the close beaches that were also very quiet. We will defiantly be back to Costa Rica and would love to rent this property again. Thank you again for an amazing stop on our travels through Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Nancy V., Burlington

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

Potrero stay Feb 2023

Our stay in Jill’s rental was wonderful. The property is exactly as described. Her beautiful home was completely equipped with everything we needed to enjoy our vacation. Views from the infinity pool were beyond spectacular. Had a couple of minor incidents during our stay but Tony from Krain management took care of things in less than 24hrs. Beaches are close by but so is the road and the traffic is very loud.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gerri R.

Amazing Home!!

This home is in the perfect location between two wonderful beaches. The path to get to the beaches is through beautiful trees that are full of Howler Monkeys and Iguanas! Our alarm clock every morning was the sound of the Howler Monkeys in the trees outside the home. The home itself was beautiful and very clean, thank you for sharing your home with us :) Would absolutely recommend this home for your Costa Rica vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

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

Great space and outstanding view

We could not have asked for a better place to enjoy the sunsets. The place suited just perfectly! We spent mornings and evening on the deck. We cooked several meals and found the kitchen to exceptionally well equipped with everything we could possibly have needed. All three bedrooms were spacious and comfortable. Air conditioners worked well. We loved walking down to the beaches, through the area of local homes. We even ran into one of our tour guides who lived there.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T., Baltimore, Md. USA

Great Vacation Spot for Beach Lovers and Sunsets

We spent 2 weeks at Bella Vista Del Mar in Potrero. The view from the patio is unbelievable and we planned every evening to have a sunset cocktail and a front row seat to the spectacular sunset. The house was well appointed and had everything we needed during our stay. Beautiful pool area at the top of the hill with the best views of the coast, but it is a steep climb to get to the pool. There are plenty of restaurants in the Potrero, Surfside, Flamingo beach area within 10 minutes of the house. We loved all of the restaurant choices. when we return to Costa Rica we will definitely stay at Bella Vista Del Mar again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Austin, tx

Amazing property, great views, sounds of monkeys!!

What a wonderful property. Great kitchen, comfortable beds, but the views and wrap around deck with cover were amazing! Great local area, not touristy, but central enough for day trips and easy overnight trip inland to Arenal with cool mountain breezes. Perfect infinity pool and the most beautiful and I crowded white sand beach in the whole area just across the street, a 5 minute walk!! This place is perfect for lounging, cooking and enjoying the views after an active day or if it's rainy. Very private, no loud neighbors. The owners have made this a wonderful and comfortable space for guests. Highly recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis R., Lyme, CT

A lovely home with a magnificent view of the Pacific

This beautiful home offers many comforts and amenities. The kitchen was well-equipped. Dramatic views of the ocean could be seen from all parts of the house. The terrace was a great place to sit with a cold drink and watch the sunset. The photos depicting the facilities gave an honest picture of what was in store. The management company was helpful when needed, and the cleaning service was conscientious. Jill, one of the owners, was very helpful. A loose-leaf notebook with instructions and tips was much appreciated. I would recommend this home to friends.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2016

6/10 Okay

Curtis W., Conway, SC (USA)

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Stay was not completed. Not handicapped assessable.

Arrived at the property it was not handicapped accessible. My wife was unable to walk up the steps. Property was on top on a hill and steps were steep. Owner indicated that it was in the description. I appreciated that she refunded the fees. Overall review is fair.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jill Walsh

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Our home is owned by two families from California who fell in love with Costa Rica as soon as we stepped foot in the country. We love to be able to escape to this tropical paradise as often as we can.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this area of Costa Rica. We wanted a home on the ocean that had all the luxuries we are accustomed to in the United States but was located in a Costa Rica community so that we could continue to have authentic Costa Rican experiences. Wonderful place to get away from it all!

What makes this property unique

Our home has beautiful views of the ocean and is located very close to the beaches. It is in a small gated community within an authentic Costa Rican community. It allows a traveler to have a very comfortable stay in a luxury home and yet have an authentic Costa Rican vacation.

Languages:

English

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