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Beach Front Paradise!

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Beach
from this view, you can see the ocean..that slice of blue under the hammock.
Exterior
front yard
view of ocean from upstairs master bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Playa San Miguel, Guanacaste
  • Place, San Miguel Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Inflatable beds

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach Front Paradise!

sanddollarcove.com

Off the beaten path, staying here is like staying on a private beach. You can surf, go horseback riding, tour the butterfly farm and more. A magical experience!

45min - 1 hour's drove: Zipline, Sport Fishing, Ocean Safaris for viewing dolphins and whales, Ocean Kayaking, Snorkeling, Scuba Diving and more.

Our caretaker lives at the back of the property.
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Keywords: beachfront, beach, house, guanacaste, playa san miguel

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bejuco

Located in Bejuco, this holiday home is on the beach. Jungle Butterfly Farm is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Playa San Miguel, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • San Miguel Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Tanga - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Tree - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kimbute - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Lounge de Laguna Mar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante del Hotel Laguna Mar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Front Paradise! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach Front Paradise!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach Front Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Front Paradise!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Front Paradise! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bejuco holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from San Miguel Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Jungle Butterfly Farm. Playa Bejuco and Mike's Jungle Butterfly Farm are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place right on the beach! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! The house was great. Location can’t be beat. Right on the beach. A/C in the bedrooms was greatly appreciated!! Highly recommended. We will certainly come back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view, very private location. Had everything we wanted for a short vacation on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome time!!Loved it!Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical home , The house has some of the nicest veiws I have ever seen , The caretakers are so sweet , it was nice to meet them, Elizabeth is your lifeline if you need anything at all , We had a few dinners at San Mingual, absolutely worth every penny, But most dinners we had at the little Soda that Dominic is the chef , We miss them already , delicious healthy food every night .The beds are great the AC is wonderful, We can’t wait to return next February,Peter and Michelle
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We can’t say enough about our ten day escape to Sand Dollar Cove. The photos do not capture the true beauty of this beach paradise. We were so well taken care of by our neighbours the caretakers and we learned tons of Spanish too! Elizabeth was a true premier host, so responsive and helpful. We lost water for a day due to a roadwork issue, and Elizabeth treated us to an amazing dinner out as a gesture of support. Be sure to rent a vehicle that can handle rough gravel roads. We recommend when leaving the coast at Samara to drive the 901 to La Soledad, turn right at the church and follow the entirely paved and smooth road to Pueblo Nuevo. It is a much nicer drive and about the same time wise. If you want true peace in nature with a beautiful spacious (and air conditioned) home, you have to go to Sand Dollar Cove!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This location is amazing! This was the perfect accommodation for the relaxing beach vacation we were intent on having. The layout of the house was so thoughtful enabling us to enjoy being outside most of the days even during torrential downpour. We’re hoping to return to this house next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Love this place!

Our favorite place on the beach. Beautiful, private, everything you need to relax and enjoy. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

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

Such an amazing spot!

We never tired of this location. The sounds of the waves, the views of the ocean, the jungle wildlife ... its such a treat. Cheyo the caretaker is a total gem and the house is well-stocked with family beach gear.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Amazing location!

I never wanted to leave! With the beautiful yard, the beach, the tide pools and Cheyo and his wonderful dogs, Sand Dollar Cove was heavenly! We wanted to stay somewhere away from the crowds where we could relax and enjoy the outdoors, and we did! The birds and howler monkeys were plentiful. Elizabeth and Jim were excellent hosts and quick to answer my questions. I’m already scheming to go back. Thank you so much, Elizabeth and Jim, for sharing your magical place.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vinny C.

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

SDC = Paradise !

Second time stay at SDC and even better than the first. Love this location especially with Elizabeth and Cheyo to make sure you’re taken care of. Miss it already.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd R.

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

Beach beauty.

We love the location right on the beach. It was like having our own beach. Air conditioning was awesome at night. The grounds were immaculate. We would love to stay there again! Highly recommend you go there and experience paradise for yourself!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Mike

Beach was incredible. Remote but Google worked great. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alysson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Rustic Charm

Beautiful private location with a swimmable beach about 50 meters away. Charming rustic cottage. Rooms are not connected, and only the small downstairs bedroom has AC. We loved the peaceful simplicity.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisebeth B.

We had a wonderful time at Sand Dollar Cove and will be coming back again!

The property was exactly as the pictures portrayed and the beach was very private! Cheo and Pat were both available for any questions we had and were always offering extra services to us. When we arrived we were greeted by a driftwood Christmas tree that Pat had built for us! It was the most peaceful and relaxing atmosphere we could ever have hoped for! Thank you for such special memories~~
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Unbelievable paradise

If you are looking for a more private/less touristy experience in Costa Rica, this is the property for you. The beach could not be closer. When I sent a picture of our view from the porch to a friend, she told me it couldn't be real because it was too amazing! Do not hesitate to stay at this property. It was the highlight of our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tanYA A.

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

Magical unicorn -

I CANT explain how magical this place is. My family of 5 were very excited to stay here. It is truly paradise. Horses came to the house and we rode them on the beach. Cheyo made us the biggest bonfire we have ever seen. He and his wife are so kind and amazing. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B Marie B.

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

Paradise. Home Away from Home.

Paradise. I love it here! If you are looking for an isolated experience that feels like home with breathtaking ocean views and non-stop bird watching...this is it. Leave your white noise machine at home, climb into one of the hammocks and let the waves sing you to sleep. The beds are comfortable, I loved lounging on the porch and being steps away from the ocean all made me very happy. Sand Dollar Cove feels like home away from home. I can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kema W.

This was an amazing stay!

We absolutely loved the sand dollar cove. Waking each day to waves and roosters was just the get away from cars and sirens that our clients needed. Everything we needed for beach fun was included and that was a big surprise! Pat was just a phone call or text message away and extremely responsive and helpful. Cheo cut cocos for us two evenings in a row, super delicious! This location and community was a dream, thank you for allowing us to use your home!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Paradise

This is the most gorgeous property we have ever seen. The pristine tropical beach is literally steps from the door and almost no one but us. The house is comfortable and well equipped. Elizabeth is a fantastic host and very available and responsive. Cheyo, the groundskeeper, was helpful and pleasant, giving us all the privacy we wanted. This is a lovely, relaxing piece of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malou v.

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

Location, Location, Location what a Gem

The stay here was great, lots of beach walks with the house also very well stocked, wished we had a pack and play for our grandson but made it work. The AC in each room gave you great sleeping temps. All the beach toys, chairs, umbrellas and boogie boards were a great option. Spent most of our time on the beach at the tidal pools, in the water or on the nice shaded deck overlooking the water. Easy to walk to a nice to a place to grab a snack and beverage, Loco Cocos and the Pizza Tree was a fun experience as well. If you are looking for quiet and solitude this is the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

Can't wait to go back

If I could drop my life and move there tomorrow, I would do it. The trip was not without issues. The location is rather remote and there was rain and flooding throughout the country. Plenty went wrong, but so much of it was out of everyone's control and through it all the host and the caretaker were attentive and communicative. This property is a little slice of heaven if you want to get off the beaten path. If it hadn't been booked up I might still be there.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Wonderful Vacation!!!

This vacation home is perfect for the one who wants a Costa Rican experience, not a canned resort experience. Cheyo, the caretaker is a delight to talk to and maintains the home and grounds as if it were his own. Elizabeth the host is easy to work with. The home is beautiful and you couldn't ask for a more perfect private beach. The waves were perfect for boogie boarding. The only thing that concerned us was the drive to the property, however after making it there we realized it wasn't as long as it seemed, however, very very rough dirt roads. So just be aware, but don't let that stop you. The bedrooms are spacious and everything is very comfortable. Thank you Elizabeth, Jim and Cheyo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

An absolute gem

We spent 5 days at Sand Dollar Cove with three generations of family and had an absolutely perfect trip. The beach is truly spectacular - beautiful, clean, with warm gentle water, and almost no one else in sight. Inside the house is clean and comfortable, and the air conditioning in the bedrooms was a nice reprieve from the hot weather, but the breeze off the ocean made even outdoors pleasant even in high temperatures. The caretaker, Cheyo, was very friendly and responsive the few times we needed help with something. We really couldn't have asked for a better trip. It's off the beaten path but 100% worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jim Alderman, Elizabeth Welch

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Twenty years ago our family purchased this beautiful property and shortly after started the building process. We absolutely love it!

Why they chose this property

The property on Playa San Miguel was one of a handful of listings to be visited on our trip in March of 2005. It turned out to be the only one, though, because once we saw this, there was absolutely no doubt that this was paradise. We still look back on this decision with gratitude.

What makes this property unique

You can leave all your troubles at home and escape to paradise on Playa San Miguel!

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