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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Bar
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
  • Playa Hermosa
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Panamá Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Contemporary Private Home Overlooking Playa Hermosa

Picture yourself lounging in a beautiful infinity edge pool, cocktail in hand, overlooking the Pacific Ocean watching magnificent sunsets as you enjoy the “Pura Vida” lifestyle with family and friends. Just minutes from the Blue Flag Beach of Playa Hermosa, where you can enjoy walks along the beach or a lovely meal at one of the beachside restaurants that specialize in the local cuisine. Casa Picapiedra is a stunning contemporary, private home overlooking the Gulf of Papagayo in the private gated community of Hermosa Heights development of Playa Hermosa. This beautifully landscaped hillside community has 24/7 security controlled access with resort pool, basketball court, spa, ATM, restaurant, movie theater, mini-golf and children’s play area. Liberia International Airport is only 20 minutes away on good roads.

The villa has 2 private king suites with beautiful showers, walk-in closets, vaulted ceilings and expansive glass entrances from the poolside patio with panoramic views of the ocean. The two queen bedrooms share a third bathroom. All bedrooms have ceiling fans and quiet, individual air conditioning. Relax in the living, dining and kitchen areas with full ocean views from the open floor plan. The fully equipped kitchen features granite countertops, hardwood cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Solid almond beams support vaulted ceilings constructed of tongue and groove teak. The Great Room’s huge sliding glass door opens to a covered terrace with a large table that seats 8. There is a barbecue grill and a beautiful infinity edge pool with built in whirlpool and swim-up bar overlooking the Gulf of Papagayo. No smoking and no pets. 3 flat screen TVs Wireless internet- WiFi, lock safe for security, laundry room with washer and dryer. Individual room air conditioning with remote controls Beautiful tile throughout the villa. Fully equipped kitchen. Covered carport for two vehicles. Housekeeping available. Private Chef available 10 minute stroll to Playa Hermosa. Contact our in-house Destination Expert to help you make the most of your Costa Rica vacation.

Property manager

Zindis Group
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa Hermosa

Located in Sardinal, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Hermosa and Coco Beach. Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Coco Beach - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Panamá Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Ocotal Beach - 13 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Makoko - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪AquaSport - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Contemporary Private Home Overlooking Playa Hermosa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Stunning Contemporary Private Home Overlooking Playa Hermosa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Contemporary Private Home Overlooking Playa Hermosa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Contemporary Private Home Overlooking Playa Hermosa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Contemporary Private Home Overlooking Playa Hermosa located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Playa Hermosa and Rocio's Kitchen. Ericka's Fruit Stand and Playa Blanca are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bo M.

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

Great location to explore Playa Hermosa and neighboring Coco

Amazing View!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anton O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, exceptional management. We had ages 12 - 71 and all loved our stay and the house. We booked 2 activities via the concierge and both were fantastic, Excellent recommendations. Plenty of pans and utensils to cook with. Pool was nice and warm. We enjoyed evenings on the patio with gentle rain cooling everything down. Excellent AC, bathrooms were great. Beds very comfortable. Easy access to groceries and the beach just down the hill. Highly recommend this property. It looks just like the pictures online. Alex our host made sure our stay was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

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

Perfect House For Our Getaway

Six college roommates, all 65, enjoyed three nights here. Everything we needed was included. Kitchen was very well stocked including blender, hand mixer, drip coffee maker and filters. Plenty of bath and beach towels. Pool and outdoor area are amazing and the views are spectacular. Able to walk to a mini-market and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY M.

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

Playa Hermosa

House was beautiful with all the amenities needed for your stay. Check in and communication with management was easy. We watched the sunset from the infinity pool each night followed by fireflies and thunderstorms. Great trip
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry L.

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

Perfect

The property was just as listed. The kitchen was well equipped. The rooms were spacious. And, the pool was the perfect place to watch the sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark D.

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

Family Vacation

Good location and the pool was essential as every day was in the mid 90's and the restaurants in the area were very good and close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori G., Where do you live?

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

The property was fantastic, especially the pool. Beds were comfortable, the patio was lovely.

Great property. Management group was fantastic in helping us set up tours.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Our first trip to Costa Rica

This property was AWESOME. We had 4 adults and 3 children (twins 5 and a 2 year old). The management team provided valuable assistance on local beaches and restaurants. The view is even better in person.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

A Week In Paradise

This property is one of our favorites. We have stayed here two years in a row. The view is spectacular and the community is quiet and relaxing. While it is always good to get back home, I never want to leave this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Great Thanksgiving stay

Stayed for a week over Thanksgiving with my wife and 12 year old son. We had a great stay and the property was exactly as described. Management office is at the base of the private road and was quick to respond to any questions. They were able to set up in room massages for us and were easy to work with. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

keith s.

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

It does have a BEAUTIFUL view!

The photos of this house online are incredible. After reading the glowing reviews, I was anticipating a well kept property. We found that the Zindis group was very responsive and that was a plus, but the upkeep of this property leaves something to be desired. The towels and bedding were a disappointment. They were ragged and needed to be replaced. Many of the appliances did not work well. The washer and dryer left clothes full of lint. The ice maker didn't work, the coffee pot lid was broken and the air conditioner in the bedroom had 2 issues with leaking water. The dishwasher worked but is dated and difficult. As a whole, the floors need upkeep and the woodwork could use it too. The laundry area is dirty and dingy, not like the pictures on the site! It is a shame that the property is not maintained better. I was surprised that others rated this so high. The people we encountered were wonderful....but I will look elsewhere for my next stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Judy B.

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

View great. House good. No hot tub and pool was cold even though in sun all afternoon.

Good
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

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

Fun with easy access.

We've been to Costa Rica many times. This was the first time to fly into Liberia. What a nice experience with only 25 minutes to the property from the airport. The house with the great view of Playa Hermosa was everything we hoped for. Beautiful pool. Only a few minutes to great dining and quaint local beach. Pura Vida!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

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

Great house and view

Very easy arrival and departure process. The viesmw from the house is better than the pictures. Any issues were handled quickly and did not impact the stay. As we dis not rent a car for our group of 8 adults, the Zindis group helped arrange transport service, taxi service, coordinated an in-house chef experience and even did a bank errand for us! Many thanks to Emanuel for his amazing service.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon P.

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

Great House, Great Time

My Family and I had a great time in Playa Hermosa. The house was amazing. The Zindis crew Bryan and Milena were very helpful in lining up activities for us and helping with the property. If you are staying with a small child they charge extra money for a pack and play, and high chair. We've rented many larger VRBO properties, and these items are typically included, so for a luxury rental like this, i feel those items should be included at no charge. Other than this though, the property and experience were amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Perfect week!

This is a beautiful property and the views, layout, pool etc. are all as advertised. Excellent location close to beach, restaurants and grocery. A car is recommended to visit the larger super mercado and shopping over in playa coco, but the beach scene is much less crowded in playa hermosa. This property is managed by Zindis Group who are excellent. Their main office is at the bottom of the hill, and they have a Tico Tours concierge on-site who is also outstanding. Overall this is a first-class operation that can assist with airport transport, tours, rental car, and can even stock house with groceries in advance of your arrival. We are already planning our return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Taking care of business

This is a wonderful house that is comforable, efficient, and it has amazing views. We loved using the pool and deck area all day long. We did have a minor problem that came up that needed to be dealt with to help our group. The management company did an amazing job of responding to our need. It is in the beautiful Hermosa Heights community. We were close to beaches, restaurants, and able to take advantage of excursions as well. Worth checking out and you can feel confident they will take care of you. Melena was a great host throughout our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Heaven in Hermosa Heights

Costa Rica has been on our bucket list for a while. I was so impressed with this particular property when I saw it online and was anxious to see if it was a true reflection of the photos. It most certainly is. The house is lovely, very well equipped and so comfortable for our family of 5. The pool/outdoor space is beautiful and so private and the view is amazing. The Zindis group went out of their way to meet our every need. We felt like celebrities! Thankful for a wonderful vacation and the perfect accommodations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Wonderful property with an amazing view!

My family of five greatly enjoyed the property and our time in Costa Rica! Property was clean and well equipped. The extra towels for the pool/beach were greatly appreciated. You can’t beat the view, the wonderful coffee shop at the bottom of the hill, the close proximity to Liberia and beaches, and the amazing locals. Check in was smooth and Zindis group was available to assist with any requests if needed. Only recommendation I’d have would be the addition of a couple blankets for use. Also, make certain you properly secure the trash...the raccoons are sneaky and will visit nightly! Would not hesitate renting here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James K.

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

Resort style amenities at a fraction of the cost.

Property was located close to the airport and was easy to drive to several nearby beaches and other attractions. The area seemed to be very safe, but it was comforting to know that this was a gated community protected by 24x7 security. Stayed in the Casa Picapiedra property, which had amazing views of the ocean and sunset in the evening. The pool was excellent for cooling down and relaxing when not out touring or at the beach. There was a grocery store located very near the property and plenty of good restaurants close by. Tico Tours Guanacaste had an office right inside the property management office which made it very convenient to book tours. Ian of Tico Tours recommended some excellent tours and helped make all the arrangements. Overall this was a wonderful vacation made even better by staying in this property managed by the Zindis Group.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

KAREN B.

Beautiful house; 20 minute walk to Playa Hermosa beaches

This was a beautiful house in a nice, quiet neighborhood. It is about a 20 minute walk to the beach--5 minute drive. My group of 7 enjoyed the nice patio and pool. We used the barbeque twice and fully utilized the kitchen. My only "issues" were the lights in the living room also light up both of the master bedrooms because of the open house design. I had to tell my fellow travelers to turn off lights so I could go to sleep. The kitchen had plenty of pots and pans, but no spices at all. We had to buy salt, pepper and other things we needed. I felt totally safe in the neighborhood, especially with the security personnel at the gate. There is a neighborhood cat that wanted to come in the house and raccoons greeted us when we returned one evening, so be sure and put all your food inside. All in all, it was a very comfortable house for a group of 8 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Keith R.

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

Great View and House. Resort Needs Updates.

The view from this home looking out on Playa Hermosa is amazing. We loved the layout of the kitchen, dining and bedrooms. The outside pool is unheated but we enjoyed cooling off during some afternoons. The home and view did not disappoint. We all had several bug bites the first few nights and so we laundered the bed sheets. That took care of the problem. There was no cleaning provided during the week long stay and we had to call to have leaves removed from the pool. Apparently the cleaning fee only covers the final cleaning and you must pay extra in cash if you want more. The resort itself is past its prime and in need of renovation. There is a potentially great miniature golf course in bad disrepair but we had fun playing. The basketball court could be great but it was littered with leaves and nuts. The community pool water slides have rough areas where the epoxy has peeled off. These amenities were probably 5 star several years ago but now rate a 3 at best. If they kept these in good repair, and advertised them better, it would add greatly to the experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Rikki M.

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

Muy Bonita!

We had a group of 3 couples for this trip and loved the location: it's about a 10min walk to Playa Hermosa. I will say that the uphill you'll encounter coming back to this property might not be pleasant for all involved, however. They provided beach towels, snorkeling gear, and all the usual accessories and dishes for the kitchen. The AC's worked really well, and the gated community has a movie theater and mini golf! The view is simply amazing from the patio, can't beat it. There are a few negatives that I hope are addressed. The plumbing is a bit funny, some of the showers ended up with standing water while you're using them, one doesn't get warm at all (one of the master bedrooms near the driveway), the kitchen flooded mildly one morning but there's a drain in the floor so no sweat there..? The pool was a little green when we arrived but continued to get more green and cloudy throughout our visit. Maybe this is a certain style of pool maintenance that doesn't require chemicals, but it was less than desirable to get into once it started getting cloudy. The raccoons aren't anything to joke about; they will attack your trash if you leave it outside. It would've been nice to have one of those trash cages that a lot of other properties have. We ended up pulling the trash cans in the house at night to prevent it. All in all, a wonderful trip!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

andrew c.

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

Great View. Everything as advertised.

I loved staying here for 1 week from late December through early January. The view of Playa Hermosa is outstanding. I was a bit surprised that the water temperature of the pool is a bit on the cold side. I own a beach house a few hours to the south and stepping into my pool at 8pm is like a warm bath. This pool was a bit chilly even during the warmest part of the day. After some reading, I think it is the color of the tile. The builder used a brown tile to match the color of the house. I have a dark blue tile in my pool. I've read that tile color can affect pool temperature by as much as 5 degrees Celsius. Darker colors absorb more heat. Anyway I adapted to the pool temperature quickly. The management agency was very professional. We arrived an hour early and they allowed us to check in since the unit was ready. The local wildlife is notable. Parakeets and humming birds are common sights. We had a humming bird that seemed to make an afternoon visit at the same time every day. One night a racoon walked along the edge of the pool as I was enjoying a scotch. Be aware of the racoons. The trash can has latches to lock the lid on. I did not properly use the latches the first night we had trash and had to clean up the next morning. Even after putting on the latches, the racoons would still try to get in at night. Lovely creatures. I think they enjoyed my cooking. Near the end of our stay we took a morning sailing excursion with Sea Bird Sailing. I can recommend them for a nice time. I might try the afternoon tour the next time for the sunset. It was a wonderful stay and I would definitely rent again. Thank you Zindi for making our holiday memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Vacation

The view was amazing just as listed. Management was great and responded promptly to any needs. Would definitely recommend to anyone
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Zindis Group

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ZINDIS Group is the leading Vacation Rental and Property Management company in Guanacaste with more than 20 years of experience in the luxury market. Our mission is keep guests happy by making their visit enjoyable, memorable and stress free.
Our homes are carefully selected and are amoung the very best in the Guanacaste area and premium well apointed homes. Our hightly trained and experience reservation, concierge and house management team are ready to assist you.

Why they chose this property

Picapiedra is located in the the community of Hermosa Heights, Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste There is an onsite restaurant, miniature golf and a movie theater.

Located only 20 minutes from Liberia International Airport, this property is well situated for those seeking adventure while appreciating the pleasure and convenience of luxury accommodations. Minutes off our beach is arguably the best deep-sea fishing in the world, Witch's Rock's renowned waves are 25 min away by boat, Experience the local fishing village of Playas del Coco with local handicrafts and a multitude of bars and restaurants. Liberia (30 min.) Brilliant hiking, hot springs,mud holes, waterfalls, remote beaches and more .We are an hour’s drive from Santa Rosa National Park and Rincon De La Vieja National Park. Tropical scenery and gorgeous views abound in Costa Rica. A drive east takes you to Monteverde's Cloud Forests and Vulcan de Arenal in just in 2.5 hrs.

What makes this property unique

In just minutes you are on one of Costa Rica's most beautiful 'Blue Flag' beaches. Every conceivable water activity is at your doorstep.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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