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

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Pool
Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Garabito, Puntarenas
  • Playa Blanca
    1 min walk
  • Mantas Beach
    2 min walk
  • Restaurante Playa Blanca
    1 min walk
  • Tambor (TMU)
    266 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Playa Blanca. The condo includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include an elevator and a terrace
  • Steps from Playa Blanca and Mantas Beach
This condo offers its guests a terrace and an elevator. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Tárcoles condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Hervé

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Printer
  • Desk

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2002 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Adult: age 12 & up Child: age 1 to 11

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite 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 deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 156 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 156 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Gloria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
If what you are looking for is a beautiful view, this is your place. The only way to get to the beach is walking and the up hill walk is very very hard, definitely not for seniors. Also is better to take with you all your groceries to cook your own meal due to getting in and out of the property its about 25 minutos and more if they send you by the public entrance, witch happens to us upon arrival. The security guard on site, Jimy, was very helpful and friendly. The apartment needs some minor refurbishment, specially with the kitchen utensils ( some are missing and the existing ones needs to be replaced) and the bathroom faucets. For the price paid I will expect good hot water with nice shower heads, ( in one of the bathrooms there was no hot water at all, and some at the other two), also it will be nice to have good kitchen knives, serving spoons, table placemats etc due to its necessary to cook on site. The kitchen appliances are very good quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lucky

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

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

raul a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Great views, comfortable condo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breath taking views
The property was everything as described! Gorgeous view, scarlet macaws, iguanas and monkeys. The condo was very clean and welcoming!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty B., Media, PA. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A Gem of a host!!!!
The communication between us and our host was 10 star. I have never had such special, friendly communication in any other VRBO rental and i have rented many. Thank you Herve for all of the extra info you gave us about the area. The condominium was immaculate with everything one needs to cook, etc.. The location of the condo overlooking the beach and Pacific was par excelance. Sunsets were amazing. The ice cream place within the grounds of the Golden Reef was super and the restaurant was good and low key. We rented golf carts to go to the beach since we needed them for certain issues we have. I actually snorkled just off the beach and saw yellow tailed fish. I am sure you could see more if you went out further. I was alone so didn’t trust myself to go too far out. The entire week was so beautiful and peaceful. We now don't want to leave but Adios Golden Reef. Betty
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J., CLEARWATER BEACH

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views and a Clean Beautiful Condo
My family and I (daughter, son-in-law, two children) stayed here for several days and it was lovely. There aren't enough adjectives to describe the views from the very spacious balconies, which contained lots of seating options, a table and chairs for dining, and a hammock. The condo was very clean and had everything we needed in terms of dishes, towels, soaps, etc. It is also very spacious and really comfortable. The pool area (and pool slide!) was greatly appreciated by the kids. Communications with the property manager were promptly answered and instructions were very clear on the arrival process (several guard stations to pass through, which makes the property extremely secure). The only small issue we found (when we arrived one toilet would not) was resolved quickly. Highly recommend this property for a peaceful getaway!! PS La Ostra Negra is a WONDERFUL restaurant right near the first entry into the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Leona W.

Wonderful
Awesome time
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious condo with a spectacular view
My family of 6 really enjoyed this property. The condo was very clean and is spacious. Having 3 bathrooms was a huge plus. The view is terrific and we loved sipping coffee in the morning on the large patio while listening to the sound of the waves and keeping our eyes out for the scarlet macaws. We did the CostaCat tour to Isla Tortuga our first full day which was fun, but we enjoyed the snorkeling even more at the beach near the home, where we saw a large variety of fish and a couple sea turtles. The kids loved playing in the pool at the complex which had a slide that’s even fun for teens and adults. We spent one afternoon exploring the shops of Jaco, and enjoyed a delicious seafood dinner at Amara restaurant. We felt very safe at this property as you have to pass several guard stations to get to the home. The only things we did not particularly enjoy were the bumpy dirt road you travel for about 10 minutes on the way to the home (and every time you want to head back out to the highway and the short but steep hike from the beach to the home. Next time we will propose consider renting a golf cart to facilitate transportation to the beach. We also wish there were a few more dining and shopping options closer (in order to avoid the bumpy dirt road). Overall, we had a splendid stay and we appreciated the wonderful stay and look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie J., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
Enjoyed a couple days relaxing in the sun and reading. This was the portion of our journey where we did not tour much but just relaxed. Recommend location for such a goal!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Everything was exact as described and even prettier than the pictures! We were provided clear and detailed instructions, and the host was quick to respond. Excellent experience overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view, amazing balcony
The place was lovely. Like most other locations in CR, driving to the condo can be a bit hairy if you're not ready for it - very tight. The only issue we had was the power went out for a little bit one evening, but the owner was working on it immediately as was the condominium staff. Very responsive. Be sure to confirm with the host which beds you intend to use so that there's no confusion about bedding. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Laurie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view
Great place to stay close to the beach. Not far from San Jose. Very secure. Yvette is great to work with. She is very responsive and her instructions and recommendations were super helpful. If you have people who can’t walk good in your party you will need a golf cart to go to the beach and back. It’s a short walk, but quite steep on the way back. Lots of scarlet macaws and plenty of monkeys at Playa Manta if you get over there early in the morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness
Cumpleaños
La pasamos divino, hizo muy buen clima.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views!
Property is roomy and has great views. The hike to the beach is only 5 minutes, but you have a steep hill to climb. The entry to the condo is about 12-15 minutes from the main road. This was the only downfall of staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular View
We rented the condo for the view & we’re not disappointed. We appreciated being able to use the beach towels, chairs, cooler & beach toys. The beach is a short walk but the walk back is uphill. The beach is very clean & the waves were calm. The condo is very spacious and the kitchen is very well stocked to cook. The restaurants are a 15 min drive. A storm knocked out power right after we arrived. and it was off for 24hrs. The owner did her best to communicate w/ us. There was one flashlight and a few tea lights. We made the most it and still enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Condo With Amazing View!
The condo was very well appointed and the view from the back porch was stunning, especially at sunset. The beach is very close by and there were plenty of good restaurants once you leave the property. The property host Yvette was always accessible and helped in any way she could, including golf cart rentals and answering other general questions. She does a great job. I would absolutely stay here again and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G., Gaithersburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Specatular view
The condo was amazing, there was AC, vents, appliances, basically everything you would need. The pool was so much fun for the kids and the beach was 5 minute walking distance. We had a great time overall. There was a roach here and there at night which was not cool. Otherwise, the condo is a great spot for vacationing. The maid is the nicest person and the property manager, Yvette, is easy to get a hold of as well for any questions or concerns. The view is amazing. We certainly had a great time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zubeir J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property. Great view!
Really lovely property! Host was very kind, responsive, and helpful. We stayed here for three nights with 4 adults and 2 young kids and it was very comfortable. The view of the ocean is beautiful. The balcony is large and offers space to relax and to dine. Kitchen is well-stocked, and the laundry machine is a life-saver! The property building is clean and has a nice pool area with a slide and some amenities in the common area. The guards are also helpful and kind. There are a couple cons - one, the property is far from restaurants except one which is about a 5 min drive. Minimum drive is about 15 minutes to other restaurants. If you plan on cooking at the property it wont be a big deal, but we weren’t visiting long enough to want to get that settled in. Two, the shower water pressure is very low. After the beach we could barely wash off the sand. Not a deal-breaker, but a tad frustrating in the moment. Overall, would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This place was amazing! The view from the balcony was spectacular! My family and I enjoyed every day here. The pool was fantastic for my kids as well. Great communication from the owner as well. All around great!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Views and Amazing Beach!
This was a wonderful condo in Costa Rica. The condo was very clean and spacious for a family of 5. A/C in the whole condo was very nice. The views from the apartment were incredible! Loved having coffee out there in the morning. We saw the scarlet macaws every day we were there. The walk to the beach is 5 minutes. Yes the hill is steep but we had no issues with it. The beach is honestly so nice. Soft sand, clear water, and great mix of calm and waves for the kids. Yvette was a tremendous help and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023