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"The Jewel in the Majestic Crown"

Holiday home with private pool, near Playa Hermosa

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Pool
Pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Hermosa
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ocotal Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"The Jewel in the Majestic Crown"

Top of the World Estate Overlooking the Pacific Ocean Papagayo Peninsula

Although its location makes Playa Hermosa feel somewhat isolated, the small but well-developed town offers many amenities. Playa Hermosa, which translates to Beautiful Beach, is located in northern Guanacaste Province. Keep in mind that Costa Rica has several beaches named Playa Hermosa, including near Jaco, Santa Teresa, and Uvita, but the one where this lovely home is located is in Guanacaste. The Liberia International is the closest airport, at about 30 minutes away.

"The Jewel in the Majestic Crown" can be the only reasonable way to describe the sweeping views commanded by Casa Cole. Located in the exclusive, privately gated community of Monte Paraiso, this 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bathroom villa will redefine your vision of a luxury vacation home.

With her vaulted and cathedral ceilings, flowing stairway, and walls of glass your vacation palace on top of the mountain is guaranteed to please the most discerning traveler. Simply the most breathtaking views of the Gulf of Papagayo and Rincon de la Vieja National Park will be vibrantly etched in your memory, tantalizing your desire to return to "Pura Vida".

Described by HGTV as " one of the most memorable houses from around the world..." Casa Cole is well over 4200 sq ft. of thoughtful, custom design. Her spacious grandeur will be the perfect backdrop for your incredible Costa Rican vacation!

Casa Cole is perfectly placed in its spot atop the Monte Paraiso community, sitting on 3/4 acre at the top of the hill, commanding the most beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean imaginable.

Take in the warmth of the sun from the large terrace. Relax on one of the 3 covered patios, or take a swim in the infinity edge Jacuzzi pool while at the same time you are mesmerized by the vast stunning view. A new definition of multitasking, the Pura Vida way! Meander around the beautiful landscaped grounds, with the flora of Costa Rica abound. Discover the large covered balcony that is a destination all to it's own.  A favorite spot to watch the sunset.

Enjoy the flocks of colorful birds that soar in unison around the area. Be amazed by the iguanas. Hear the call of the Howler monkeys. Enjoy the ever changing hues of the skyline at sunset. Listen closely for the breaking waves while you experience the most incredible star gazing at nightfall. As you experience Casa Cole's tantalizing charm, You will agree, she is indeed, "one of the most memorable houses from around the world".

Cole can be rented alone or with the option of an additional 2 bedroom 2 bath separate, private home providing availability. (Property #192423, or known as Casita Cole) Casita Cole is a separate home within the privately gated walls of the 3/4 acre Casa Cole Estate featuring its own stunning ocean view, private infinity pool, full kitchen and laundry room. Casa and Casita Cole are located in the same property, both homes can be rented separately or together for the same group of guests. If you only rent the main house, you will still have your own private pool, parking and additional amenities such as: Housekeeper included (Housekeeper on the property from 8:15am - 2:00pm, 6 days per week, Mon – Sat), smart TV, Roku TV, hardwired Internet, smoke / carbon monoxide detectors, Magic Jack phone system providing free calls to the US and Canada, basic spices, basic soaps, basic paper products, coffee grinder, rice cooker and a popcorn air popper.

There is ocean view dining and entertaining included in the open concept great room that separates the 2 bedroom en suites. The king size master bedroom has a stunningly beautiful ocean view.

Several pictures featuring Casita Cole have been included in this listing for your reference. They are designated with labeling in the description of the pictures as Casita Cole.

The calendar and posted rental rates represented in this listing are for Casa Cole which sleeps 10 guests. Casita Cole, which sleeps 4 guests has its own separate calendar and pricing structure. Contact us today at reservations@zindis.com to check availability and get a price quote for the option of having your own private compound at the Casa Cole Estate.
The unique experience of renting the full compound offers the entire gated property including both ocean view homes which sleeps 14 guests in total. Whether you chose one or both properties, depending on your family requirements or group size, at the Casa Cole Estate you will experience the Pura Vida experience from the moment you arrive. Both Casa Cole and Casita Cole have the best panoramic views in the area that Costa Rica has to offer. Your Costa Rican Vacation of a lifetime awaits. Come be our guest in paradise at the Casa Cole Estate, in the beautiful, Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

*Upon the development of the community of Monte Paraiso, there are some houses under construction near this property. Please note that we recommend to have a 4x4 vehicle to access this rental home.*

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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 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Playa Hermosa

Located in Sardinal, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa. Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand are also worth visiting.
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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Coco Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Panamá Beach - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Ocotal Beach - 11 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Java - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tico Tica - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pacifico Beach Club - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Jewel in the Majestic Crown" pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Jewel in the Majestic Crown"?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Jewel in the Majestic Crown"?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "The Jewel in the Majestic Crown" located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Playa Hermosa and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Coco Beach. Rocio's Kitchen and Playa Pedregosa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Highly recommended!

Absolutely wonderful stay with Zindis Group in Costa Rica! The home was spotless, beautifully maintained, and even better than the photos. The views were breathtaking—sunsets, ocean, and lush greenery all around. Check-in was seamless, the team was responsive and welcoming, and the location was perfect. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Playa Hermosa Excellence

We’re loved everything about our stay at Casa Cole. We can’t wait to return
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

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

Top of the hill perfection

What a wonderful place to stay. The view of ocean and the pool could not have been better
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie W.

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

Beautiful, Beautiful, Beautiful!

This property is breathtaking, top of the hill looking over Playa Hermosa. The house is STOCKED with everything you need for a perfect stay, lots of towels, dishes, cutlery glassware! The pool is spectacular. The entire first floor has amazing views and air conditioning. Lots of outdoor seating available to watch the sunset. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne P.

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

Family Vacation

We have never stayed in a VRBO that was so incredibly well equipped. The Zindis staff from reservations to concierge, property manager and housekeeping were outstanding. Beautiful setting, wonderful house.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

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

Stunning views, amazing house

We loved the house from the moment we arrived. It’s located in a gated community. The home is also gated. Once you walk in the views are stunning. It’s also big enough for everyone to have a really nice room with views. 4 of the 5 bedrooms are very large and comfortable. Check in was great and easy. The host was very accommodating. I wouldn’t hesitate to book this home
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather S.

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

Beautiful outside, inside not so much.

The views are unbeatable — truly the highlight of our stay. The property management company was fantastic and very responsive. We ran into a few issues, and they addressed most of them quickly.That said, the home itself really needs some love and attention. Two exterior doors didn’t lock, several areas of trim were moldy, there was visible wood rot around the larger windows, and a strong musty smell throughout.Dont look up, you will see areas of water penetrating through the Sheetrock. Extremely low water pressure.The home feels stuck in its circa-2000 style and condition — for the amount of money being spent, it really should be updated. Compared to a nearby home our family rented — which was modern and updated — this property felt dated and at the end of its life. Upon arrival, I noticed about 30 small ants on the kitchen counter and wall. By that evening, large red ants were all over the sink, counters, and walls. This continued for our entire stay. Management sent someone to spray bleach, which helped briefly, but the ants returned within hours. We ended up storing bread and snacks in the microwave and only cooked once, as I felt too uncomfortable to use the kitchen.Other issues included very poor water pressure and the lack of even basic condiments. While the views are unbeatable and the property management team was great, the house itself needs significant updates, repairs, and pest control before I could recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gage D.

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

Great view

Great house to stay in and enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

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

Costa Rica Holiday

House was perfect for our family. Everyone had their own bedroom. View was amazing. Edgar the house manager was very accommodating and Carman the housekeeper was terrific. The Zindis management team handled everything for us especially Javier. Highly recommend this team.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

margaret R.

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

Top of the world experience

Property is beautiful! Plenty of space and areas for large groups. Everything you could think of in kitchen and towel supply. Edgar was very friendly and easy to communicate with. I would give him 5 stars for being helpful and very kind. We had nine firefighter/pilot friends and spouses. everyone had a wonderful time. Pool area was our fav spot.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

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

Family Vacation

Everything was perfection. Very helpful and responsive host and house had everything that we needed for a family vacation. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

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

Awesome listing

We had a great stay. The house was beautiful and the view was breathtaking. The house is well stocked with everything you need to cook and go to the beach. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Top of the world

Close enough to everything while still secluded and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

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

family vacation

wonderful home great views close to beaches

8/10 Good

Diane A.

Million $$ View/Beautiful Home

Couldn't ask for a nicer place. Well appointed, comfortable, beautiful view.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

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

Great family vacation

The property was perfect for our family vacation. The view was breathtaking and we were close for many excursions or just a little beach time. The Zindis group did a great job of making sure we knew the area and in recommending good restaurants nearby
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Amazing view

The view was simply stunning
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Fabulous house and view

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was well equipped and you could not beat the view. The pool was great. Overall it was the highlight of our trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN B.

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

Lifetime Memory

Our trip started before we arrived at the property. We received communication prior to landing and the property manager was waiting for us at the pick up spot. Armando took us up to the property and upon entry, the view is breathtaking. Pictures don’t really do it justice. The entire family was blown away. We received a quick tour of the house And it’s many amenities. They have everything, board games, cards, Bluetooth speakers, etc. each room has a bit of a unique view, each one very cool to see. The location is secure, but always centrally located to easily access multiple restaurants and attractions. Hands down the best VRBO rental I’ve ever experienced and for me and my family, we created a lifetime of memories. Absolutely outstanding, must book!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

deb p.

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

Hoosiers in Paradise

A great place to gather with friends sitting on top of a beautiful amazing ocean view. We found excellent restaurants, and also enjoyed cooking in the well stocked kitchen. The delightful pool was a daily refresher.

10/10 Excellent

leanne l.

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

Million dollar view

The property is stunning and the views are heavenly. The management company was very responsible and friendly. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Best views ever!!!

Very nice property, best views I've ever booked!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paris S.

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

Excellent stay!

Enjoyed the villa, pool and views. Everything was as advertised!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

kathy i.

Amazing

Loved the house. Steep drive up but the perfect view is worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Pictures don't do it justice

We had a wonderful time at this wonderful property, where the views are simply the most beautiful we have ever seen. Zindis staff is excellent, responding quickly and effectively to all issues and providing plenty of support before we came.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

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