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Your Own Private Paradise with Full-Time Chef, housekeeper all included

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Outdoor pool, an infinity pool
Dining
Sun-loungers, beach towels
Lobby
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste
  • Carrillo Beach
    6 min drive
  • La Selva
    7 min drive
  • Samara Beach
    10 min drive
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    7 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Your Own Private Paradise with Full-Time Chef, housekeeper all included

Accommodation: The casa comfortably accommodates up to 8 in two identical bedroom wings. Each wing has a master bedroom and a secondary bedroom separated by a large shared bathroom. The master bedrooms have king-size beds; the secondary bedrooms have a queen and a single bed. All bedrooms are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning. All linens and towels are provided.

Great Room: This spacious great room includes dining and entertaining areas. Large screen doors open on to the pool and a panoramic view of the ocean. The dining table comfortably seats 12 and has an adjacent wet-bar equipped with a refrigerator and a wine rack. Breakfast bar for 4 is located on the pass-thru to the fully modern kitchen. The powder room is conveniently located at the front door. The lounge area includes a 42' plasma TV, satellite reception, and a large library of books, movies, and games.

Pool Area: Cool off in the 10m x 5m infinity salt-water pool. Outdoor dining and entertaining are complemented by the barbeque rancho with sit-up bar, and the covered gazebo designed for dining, lounging, and, occasionally, whale-watching. Access to the washroom is convenient to the pool. Pool towels are provided.

Casa Staff: Included in the rental are the services of the casa staff, Ana and Freddy, who have a private apartment in the casa. Ana provides meal preparation, housekeeping, and personal laundry. Freddy maintains the pool and the property. Ana and Freddy are available six days a week. We suggest that you experience one of the several excellent restaurants in the area on Sunday, their day off.

During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Samara Beach. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool and a library. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include Library
  • 10 minutes by car from Samara Beach and 6 minutes from Carrillo Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Wendy Camirand

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Infinity pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Wet bar

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Pool is child-friendly; supervision is imperative

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
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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Your Own Private Paradise with Full-Time Chef, housekeeper all included Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect dream vacation for all!
The home was PERFECT and all things listed online about the house from Wendy (owner) and all reviews were 100% correct! The home is gorgeous and we felt comfortable and pampered from the point we arrived from Ana and Freddy! The communication with Wendy is quick and helpful - she was always available with any questions or changes! The food was amazing and Ana even cooked a yellowtail that we caught that day! All reviews say Ana will help with excursions upon arrival (which made us - typical over planners a bit nervous), but within our first hour Ana helped us set up everything we were hoping to do and more! I would strongly recommend this home to anyone looking for a dream vacation! We will be back! Thank you Wendy, Ana and Freddy!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Fran E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting and delicious food!
There are a few things travelers should know that are not specified in the listing. This is not a typical VRBO. The listing refers to Ana and Freddy as caretakers. In reality, they are constantly present. They live in the lower level of the house. In addition, we were scolded for having friends visit us at the house. We were told it was rude and we needed to ask for permission. Also, travelers are expected to tip 5 to 15 percent on the accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Paradise
The staff, home, and food are absolutely excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside Paradise
This property was absolutely beautiful and well maintained. The pictures are accurate but the sunset in person is truly amazing. A 4 wheel drive is a must for this area in general if you want to venture out and about. We enjoyed every minute poolside. Meals were delicious and prepared with love. Know that meal time is set and not flexible. The common areas of this home are not air conditioned so your only retreat from the heat is the pool or your bedroom (we were instructed to turn our air off when not in our room). I understand conservation but at the same time we paid for this house and we were on vacation. This rule was tough on the older people in our group that needed a reprieve from the heat without having to wait for a room to cool down. We were greeted each morning by the sounds of howler monkeys, got to see one mama and baby from the pool on our last day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., Novelty, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding vacation spot!
10 stars! So many positives! The views from the house are beyond beautiful. The house is very clean and well maintained and in a very safe location. Ana and Freddy are helpful, kind and very good cooks. Ana helped make all local arrangements and recommendations for our family (3 adults 2 kids ages 8 and 10) which were great. The only downside (which we expected so we weren't too surprised) was the power went out 3 different days....one day it was out 5 hours. Overall such a beautiful experience. You won't want to miss this vacation spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is as good as the listing looks
Casa de la Loma is as good as it looks in the listing. The house is on a hill perhaps 200 feet above the Pacific. The coast is rocky just below the house, and the sound of the waves against the rocks is constant and calming. The view is pretty awesome. Playa Carillio is perhaps 10 minutes away and is a beautiful, undeveloped, crescent-shaped beach about 1-1/2 miles long. The house is wonderful with an open plan which opens out onto the pool and patios. We spent some quality time hanging out there. As great as all that is, the best thing about the house is Anna and Freddy. They truly do go out of their way to make everything perfect. Anna made a big breakfast every morning and an excellent dinner each evening. I think she fattened us all up a bit. For any activities you want to do, just ask Anna. She knows everyone in the area and everyone seems to know her. She booked several activities for us finding better options than we could find for ourselves. For example, the private boat tour she booked for us was only slightly more expensive than a group tour, but the seven of us had the boat and the guide all to ourselves. The group of 25 or so getting on the group tour boat looked at us with envy. Tell her what you are interested in and she will be on her phone hooking you up with the right person in minutes. I could go on about the area and the wonderful people of Costa Rica, but I'll just sum it up by saying that you will not regret a stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow - the views
To start, Wendy was a true host and helped us with planning in advance. Communication was excellent. Upon arrival, Anna & Freddie greeted us and were wonderful hosts throughout. The house was amazing. The views, the pool, the beds, the showers. The proximity to Playa Carillo and Playa Samara was ideal. We loved the town of Samara, which seemed to retain the charm of a local town but had everything we wanted or needed. We had two families of four with four adults and four teenagers. Everyone loved it. We enjoyed having breakfast and dinners at home prepared by Anna. Anna was very helpful to us with making calls, setting up excursions, etc. Our favorite part of the day was sitting outside in the morning having coffee. As advertised, a 4WD is an absolute requirement. The only place you will need it is getting up the hill to the driveway but you will need it. If we ever return to the area it would be hard to imagine staying anywhere else!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just book it!
Rest assured, you can stop searching and adding potential properties to your trip board...JUST BOOK THIS PROPERTY! We booked this house for two adult couples and it was beyond perfect - we could have stayed forever! The property is clean, peaceful, well appointed and beautifully situated. Ana is a treasure! She is sweet, funny, helpful and her cooking is fantastic - you will be truly spoiled! Get ready to soak in the beauty of Costa Rica and feel the essence of Pura Vida here - ENJOY!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best View
Casa de La Loma is such a relaxing, beautiful place. There is plenty of space and Ana and Freddie make everything so easy. It’s a place to truly relax and get some family time. I would recommend this home to anyone and everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug F., Brier, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
From making the reservation to communicating with Wendy to meeting Ana and Freddy we had an excellent experience. Originally scheduled for 2021 Wendy was very understanding for our need to reschedule to 2022 and then to 2023 - IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT! When we arrived on Saturday and walked in the front door our 3 generation family of 10 had to pick our jaws off the floor as we took in the breathtaking view over the pool to the Pacific ocean. We explored the house and pool and we were not disappointed. Ana and Freddy helped to accommodate every need as we settled in and they delighted us with a delicious Grilled Steak and Shrimp dinner - YUM! Ana and Freddy take a well deserved Sunday off but had supplied plenty of food to make our own Sunday breakfast and we ate in town Sunday evening. After going over the menu on Monday we went shopping to pick up some of the groceries and Ana took care of arrangements for most of the meat. Each meal was prepared with skill, pride and care and we were so grateful and felt so pampered. Most days we hung out in the spacious gazebo, played card games and played or lounged in the pool. Wendy, thank you for your understanding as our 40th wedding anniversary celebration turned into our 41st and finally to our 42nd. Ana and Freddy, thank you for making us feel welcome, pampering us with your great cooking and care for the facility and making us feel like family. This stay certainly exceeded our expectations and we hope to return again and again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Oasis with Wonderful Service
I couldn’t believe this property lived up to all the glorious reviews, but it did! The house, pool and view were perfect and Ana and Freddy were amazing! Ana’s meals were delicious and she and Freddy wouldn’t let us lift a finger to help with dishes. She also recommended and coordinated many outings for us. The whole group felt relaxed and pampered.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline T., -

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
The perfect vacation! The house is fantastic and very comfortably accommodated our family but the best part was Ana and Freddie. Ana’s cooking is truly fantastic - better than any meal we ate in town. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
As wonderful as we expected!
This is a fantastically remote location overlooking the ocean! We woke up each morning to the sounds of birds and monkeys. Ana & Freddy are sweet and hospitable. The view is gorgeous-we loved winding down each day in the infinity pool. Truly a magical vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Worth the wait and then some!
We originally booked our trip to this property way back in 2019 for summer 2020 and after several re-schedules just made it in the summer of 2022! It was worth the wait and then some. First, the property owner was AMAZING to work with. She was very responsive with all of our re-schedules and questions. She also was super patient when we were working with VRBO to get our final payments to post. I can't say enough good things about how easy she made the process of both booking and arriving at our first big foreign trip as a family of 8 from two different locations! When we finally got there...WOW! The pictures in the listing are incredible but can't begin to do justice to the actual place. The accommodations and amenities were perfect for our family! Everything was pristine and homey. And then there's the jewels of this stay...Ana and Freddy! Amazing! Ana's meals were superb and she made sure that everyone in our diverse party was well taken care of at mealtime! The best part, however, was how friendly and helpful they both were! Ana helped us navigate getting all the excursions we wanted to do scheduled and had some great suggestions for some we hadn't even thought of! Add to that her knowledge (and willingness to share it!) of the local flora and fauna which made our stay even more magical! I cannot recommend this stay enough! In fact, we were already telling people about it at the airport as we were, sadly, departing!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M., Cumming, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Vida
We had a wonderful stay at the villa. Anna and Freddy were fantastic with anything that was needed and we had a relaxing stay. The views are incredible and the house is the perfect layout for families or groups. We would definitely return to this home and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teddy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ward Family Vacation
Puerto Carrillo, Casa de la Loma is a great property with an exceptional view and exceptional staff! Our host, Wendy, prepared us for the visit and promptly answered all of our questions. Ana and Freddy (staff) are truly professional!! They prepared every meal, and OH can Ana cook!!! In addition to maintaining the property and cooking, Ana knows everybody and everything going on in the area. Preparing for excursions, booking excursions and arranging transportation was taken care of instantly. Our familly, young and old, gives the total experience a 10 out of 10 rating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
There is one word for this property. It is simply magical. The view is insane. The pool is perfect and Ana and Freddy are wonderful. If you are thinking of booking it go for it! You’ll see monkeys in the backyard and the surroundings are stunning and peaceful. The house is a perfect set up for two families traveling together as it has two identical wings. Wendy, the property owner is responsive and very helpful. This is a trip we will never forget. Thank you to Wendy, Ana and Freddy. ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry G., Montgomery Alabama USA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a vacation
What a wonderful vacation.....Ana & Freddy were just the perfect hosts and so attentive to our every needs. Every meal was delicious, the grounds and pool were in first class condition and the rooms were cool and immaculately clean. Ana and Freddy greeted us at the front door when we arrived the first evening (even though we were later than expected) and we ate as soon as we unpacked. The whole week's meals were discussed, with Ana's input, and we all went to bed on the first night tired, full and relaxed. Ana's English was excellent and she was so helpful with ideas on local excursions and booked whatever we required (Fishing, massage, direction to local shops and places of interest). A car is a must......the Villa sits on top of a steep hill, outside the small town of Samara, and the views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding areas are spectacular. The Infinity pool offers great picture opportunities with the Pacific Ocean and Palm trees in the background. We were fortunate enough to see Humpback Whales from the back Balcony heading down to Argentina and monkey's from the front of the house playing in the trees. We stayed for one week and loved every peaceful minute. Thank you Ana, Freddy and Ms. Wendy for a vacation that we will remember for years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Great Escape
The property is beautiful with a great view of the Pacific Ocean. About 250 feet above the ocean there we could still hear the pounding of the wave on the rocky beach. The pool was a real treat and we all loved it. Anna and Freddie were great and their presence added to our enjoyment of the home. Fantastic sunsets every evening!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views with the best hosts Anna & Freddy
The property has spectacular views of the ocean and is well maintained with the landscaping perfectly manicured. The house is also well maintained and felt like you were in a brand new home. The best part of our stay was having Anna on staff to make us amazing meals and talk about Costa Rica. She helped us pick our excursions and gave us lots of great tips. I hope some day we can go back to visit Costa Rica and stay a few days with Anna.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful vacay
We came with a group of 8 adults for 5 nights. Coordination of food and excursions are done efficiently upon arrival. Anna and Freddy (house staff) were helpful in setting up excursions and ensuring we had a comfortable stay. Communication with the property manager prior to arrival, as well as house staff while in CR, was easy. The house and grounds are very clean and well kept.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our second time staying at Casa de Loma and it was wonderful.
This is our second time staying here and just like before it was wonderful. Not only is the house spacious with breathtaking views and beautiful sunsets but what really made our stay great was the great level of service Freddy and Anna provided us. We will definitely be back !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection in Paradise
When we booked Casa de la Loma 8 months ago it looked too good to be true. We had a pandemic to worry about and there was no way it was as good as the reviews suggested. The people of of Costa Rica made it feel safe and the house was FAR better than the reviews suggested. The house is stunning with incredible views (saw whales, monkeys and many birds almost everyday). As if that is not enough, there is Ana and Fredy to make the vacation complete. They were the loveliest people making sure our all our needs were met. Every meal (breakfast, lunch and especially dinner) was thoughtfully prepared and healthy. Ana helped us with all our activity planning and even helped with a rental car issue. My daughter had a birthday while we were there and Ana arranged for a custom cake and decorated the house for her. Can not praise them enough for making this trip unforgettable. We have never had this kind of service before and it makes such a difference in how relaxing a trip can be when you don’t worry about meals! We spent hours in the magnificent pool, eating under the gazebo and making drinks at the bar while listening to music outside and identifying birds. Do not pass this place up, it will change you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious experience!
We returned from Costa Rica one week ago and we still have the relaxing glow. We were truly able to relax because of Ana and Freddy. They made our stay so comfortable and addressed our every need. The home is beautiful as pictured and immaculate as you would expect for this lovely home. The bedrooms have A/C units with remotes so you can adjust the temperature at night. We ate well as Ana cooked the best meals. I even came back home and attempted to make her plantains. Definitely not the same. :) She has a way of making everything delicious. Ana helped with All of the details like how much food to buy at the grocery store, and scheduling our in-home COVID tests to return home. She even predicted weather for us and made recommendations on when to make our way back to the house before the rain began. We had a really early flight home last week and Ana and Freddy got up at 3 am to see us off. It was like saying goodbye to friends. By the way, if you are looking for privacy on your trip, you really have it. Ana and Freddy work the house early in the morning and only appear to make meals for you. They are not intrusive in any way. They truly learn your preferences and will exceed your expectations. It really was a glorious experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021