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Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH

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Property grounds
View of Playa Blanca from terrace.
Sitting area on balcony
Sitting area on balcony
Sitting area on balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Garabito, Puntarenas
  • Playa Blanca
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Mantas Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Marina Los Sueños
  • Tambor (TMU)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH

Golden Reef Condominium is located next to Punta Leona Hotel & Club, a 750-acre reserve in a rainforest home to iguanas, scarlet macaws, toucans, white faced monkeys, spider monkeys, sloths, coatis and more. At only an hour and a half drive, it is the closest beach to Costa Rica's capital, San José and the San José International Airport (SJO). The perfect home base for any number of tours in the area. Most notably, Punta Leona is home to Playa Blanca, a white sand beach which has year after year won the highly sought after Eco Blue Flag (Bandera Azúl Ecológica) with a 5 out of 5 star rating – one of only 2 beaches in all of Costa Rica to garner that rating. And it's a 5-minute walk from the condo!

The condo has all the comforts of a modern home with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, washer/dryer, air-conditioning units in each room, cable TV, free WiFi and a very large terrace. As our condo is located on the 4th floor of the building, you will enjoy incredible panoramic views of the Pacific ocean, the landmark rock of La Leona, Playa Blanca, as well as the flight of scarlet macaws, pelicans, and numerous other wildlife. The unit has two private parking spaces located within the Golden Reef complex. Families with children will love the pool area with slide. Beach toys are also provided in the unit.

In the nearby towns of Quebrada Ganado, Jacó and Herradura, you will find a variety of grocery and souvenir stores as well as plenty of restaurant choices in addition to many places to book canopy, horseback riding and deep sea fishing tours.

NOTES:
* CANCELLATION POLICY: Once the first rental payment has been received, there will be no refunds issued unless:
- We can re-rent the condo for the same dates and rental rate.
- If the condo can be re-rented for a partial number of days, a refund will be issued for those dates only.

* Rental Car Required - public transportation, taxis or Ubers not readily available
* Reservation does NOT include access to Punta Leona Hotel & Club amenities (restaurants, bathrooms, kayak rental, beach parking)
* Ages 12+ count as adults; ages 1-11 are counted as children
* NO visitors; NO pets
* Feel free to request Rental Agreement prior to booking

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adult: age 12 & up Child: age 1 to 11
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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
A photo of government issued ID MUST be provided.
You agree to abide by all rules listed in our Rental Agreement. Feel free to request a copy prior to booking.
Access to Punta Leona Beach Club facilities is NOT INCLUDED.

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
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Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tárcoles

Located in Tárcoles, this condo is on the beach. Marina Los Sueños and Canopy Vista Los Suenos Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hacienda las Agujas and Neo Fauna. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Garabito, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Blanca - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mantas Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Agujas - 12 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Rainforest Adventures Jaco - 47 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Jacó Beach - 61 min drive - 29.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Hook Up - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Playa Blanca - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Hicaco Grill Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Marisqueria La Ostra - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large 3 BR Condo, Incredible Views, Families, 5 Min Walk to SPECTACULAR BEACH located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tárcoles condo building is just steps away from Playa Blanca and Mantas Beach. Playa Limoncito and Playa Agujas are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 173 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Beach view

Thank you for allowing to stay in your home. I loved the view and the proximity to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Zandalftheblack

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

Macaws

Beautiful place, great beach, friendly/helpful staff, and safe. We saw so many macaws, a highlight of our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Golden Reef

Clean, great location, beautiful view.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Fernando M.

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

Golden choice.

Excellent decision.Spectacular location.Divine views.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi B.

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

Excellent location & view

You won't regret staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cha G.

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

great place and comfortable accomodations

We stayed 3 days great place to relax. Great owner/manager - he was very responsive and willing to work with our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

INGRID N.

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

Vacation in paradise

Wonderful time at Goden Reef.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose G.

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

Great place to stay

It's was great stay in so many ways... the place is perfect... good distribution, perfect view, the pool is amazing, you don't need to bring anything... everything is here, The process to get in is very easy, Herve is avaible to help and he is in contact to know how is everything. I will recomended for sure and I will stay here again in future for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faustino M.

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

Very nice property

The fully equipped place is at a great location with all services and free on site covered parking. Host is very friendly, helpful, accommodating and supplied with precision all required instructions to access the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, great view and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabe F.

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

Lovely location, beautiful view, amazing beach

Unknown to us, Punta Leona and Playa Blanca are inaccessible unless you are staying within the private area. The view from the condo was stunning, and it was just as described in the listing. I will note that I would recommend bringing groceries with you, as the road out of the area is about 15 minutes (and who would want to leave once you arrive?). Herve was extremely thorough with directions to the place (it would be hard with the detail) and was very responsive throughout the process.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra Z.

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

Beautiful property with beautiful views

The condo is immaculate with breathtaking views. Walk to the beach takes 5 minutes. The owner was very responsive and shared lots of useful information prior our arrival. We had great time and hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Magnifique

Condo parfait
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had high hopes for this vacation and property, and it absolutely blew them out of the water! Absolutely gorgeous place to stay - well equipped and functional with a view that literally never ceases to amaze. Just a breathtaking place.In terms of specifics, you are about 20-30 minutes' drive from the highway, so that will factor in to your plans while staying here, but there's a market on the club property for essentials, and a fantastic supermarket a very short drive down the highway where you can stock up on everything you'd possibly need. The beach is a very short (if steep) walk from the condo, and the pool that's right at the bottom of the elevator was a huge hit. All in all, an absolute dream vacation spot that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend. The host was also extremely communicative over WhatsApp, and was ready to answer any and all, questions we had. To say we were happy with the experience would be a criminal understatement!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

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

Great view!

Very nice 3 BR condo. Great views of Playa Blanca. Long drive from the airport and onto the property
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audra S.

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

Gorgeous views

Beautiful views, lovely beach, spacious condo, and great communication. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Feng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stunning ocean view and peaceful surroundings. Me and my friends had a wonderful stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Costa Rica

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

Cumpleaños

La pasamos divino, hizo muy buen clima.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

raul a.

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

Fishing trip

Great views, comfortable condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

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

Costa Rican Dream!

Our stay in Costa Rica was unimaginably fun! Our host was extremely communicative and helpful - we received great instructions on how to get to the property, what to do during our stay, and most importantly: how to stay safe. They showed an amazing duty of care by answering our *many* questions in a timely and professional manner - and coming up with additive ideas. Every time we reached out they replied quickly. In short, we were treated like family. We've traveled to Greece, Florida, Michigan, Wisconsin, and California as a family - as a family of 5, things can get stressful. Our Vrbo stay in Costa Rica was by far the smoothest and most fun experience we've ever enjoyed - in no small part due to our amazing hosts. Pura Vida!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Golden Reef Condo at Punta Leona

Wonderful place, spectacular views of the beach, nice pool, lots of wildlife. Excellent choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, with an amazing view. The beach was fantastic and great for our young kids. The kids enjoyed snorkeling and looking for critters in the tide pools.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lucky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible view from the balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin V.

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

Golden Reef. Would go back in a minute.

Great stay. Attentive host. A very nice place sitting on a hillside overlooking the ocean and beautiful Playa Blanca beach at the foot of the hill. Enjoyed hanging out at the large terrace and taking in the amazing view. Saw a good number of scarlet macaws and flocks of pelicans. Down at the beach saw a troop of capuchin monkeys. Would go back in a minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Amazing views

Incredible views. Lovely place. Only downside is it’s a little bit of a hike to the beach and the dirt road to get to the condo take about 20 minutes
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hervé

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Second generation members of the Club. Always loved the combination of lush rainforest, exotic animals, and beaches.

Why they chose this property

Beautiful unobstructed views, pristine beach, interesting wildlife, and only 1-1/2 hours from San Jose International Airport.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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