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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Pool
Property grounds
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Samara, Guanacaste
  • Samara Beach
    5 min walk
  • La Selva
    10 min drive
  • Carrillo Beach
    13 min drive
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    16 min drive

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The price is €204
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includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan
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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.

Fabulous Ocean View, Walking Distance to the Beach

Villa Veranera is a 1-bedroom, 1-bath luxury villa with spectacular views overlooking Samara and Carrillo Bays.

Hear the sounds of the surf with gentle sea breezes sifting through, with monkeys, birds and nature in a tropical setting. “Veranera” is the Spanish word for “Bougainvillea” and the property is surrounded with these beautiful flowers.

Location is an approx. 3 min. drive or 10-15 min. walk to the beach and a 5 min. drive or additional 10-min. walk to town. Distance to the beach is 7/10ths of a mile or 1.1 kms.

Private shuttle pick-ups can be arranged from both International Airports.

Disinfecting and sanitizing of the unit is done between each stay.

Keywords: Villa Veranera
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Samara Beach. The villa includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Samara Beach and 13 minutes by car from Carrillo Beach
This villa offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sámara villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Sherry and Larry

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching 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: 750 sq ft (70 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.

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.

Property is also known as

Fabulous Ocean View, Walking Distance to the Beach Villa
Fabulous Ocean View, Walking Distance to the Beach Samara
Fabulous Ocean View, Walking Distance to the Beach Villa Samara

Fabulous Ocean View, Walking Distance to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 124 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet spot with best views to enjoy Samara
The view!!! We really enjoyed getting to know the area from above. We had views for miles, yet it was a quick ride to 2 beaches. The apartment had everything we needed and the hosts were very nice and available for our needs. You can't go wrong with this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katlyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
Stunning view and incredibly friendly hosts! We really enjoyed our stay here. The VRBO app did show the house’s location to be very close to downtown Samara… but it was actually about a 5-10 minute drive. Other than the location being a little different than expected, everything else exceeded expectations! Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice location
Sherry and Larry were great hosts and the apartment was a perfect fit. There are beautiful views of the ocean from both the window and balcony, and the neighborhood is quiet, which we really appreciated. It's within minutes of the Samara business district where you can find just about everything a visitor needs. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mercy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous apartment outside of Samara
Larry and Sherry were wonderful hosts! The view from the balcony is truly gorgeous , and the apartment is as listed: spacious bedroom, full kitchen, pullout, couch, and pool. Please note that you will need a car to enjoy your stay here. The listing map does not accurately detail how far it is from downtown Sara. However, a parking place is provided and it is a 10 minute drive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay again
Always wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A., Coldstream, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
We LOVED staying here. It was a nice reprieve from the town centre and offered a completely different view being up so high. We did book it because it was walking distance to the beach, but I wouldn't really say it is as it's a pretty dusty dirt road a long way down, so the way back up would be pretty intense.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria W., bracebridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views and pool
Clean, well equipped and spacious one bedroom apartment. There are great outdoor spaces and wonderful pool. Larry and Sherry are friendly, kind and have great recommendations. We always love out stays here and are excited to return next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Tropical Perch To the Sea
Magical location with the best perch to enjoy the spectacular view. Better than the pictures! Sherry and Larry were so kind and welcoming and the villa was perfectly set up with lots of space. Even the kitchen has a view. We enjoyed walking to the beach and back every morning and then exploring the rest of the area during the day. Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent!
We had an amazing time at Larry & Sherry’s beautiful guest villa. Every detail of the unit was well thought out and intentional. You can really tell they have put a lot of thought into making sure it’s just right for the guests. It was hard to leave it was so perfect. From the most epic view on the balcony, to the lovely pool and a wonderful happy hour with the hosts, we had a great time. We hope to come back next time we’re in Samara. Fully recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Honeymoon Stay
This was a very special trip for us as we decided to take a second honeymoon and we stayed 12 nights. It was our first trip out of the United States. The view from the balcony was spectacular! Larry and Sherry were wonderful hosts. We SO appreciate them going to Carrillo Beach with us and taking pictures/videoing while we said our renewal vows to each other. That was so special and something we'll never forget. We totally enjoyed them guiding us on a quad ride through the countryside also. What a way to experience the culture and overall beauty of the country. The home was very clean and comfortable. The only problem we experienced was that the refrigerator wasn't working well at all. They tried to get it fixed, but finally had to replace it. They did let us use the small refrigerator in the garage and refunded us some money to make up for the inconvenience. We loved the balcony and private pool! We do recommend a 4-wheel drive as the drive up is partially a rough uphill drive. Nativos Car Rental in Liberia is a great local car rental company and will treat you right. Anibal Morales is the owner and he was fabulous. We went on a few adventures for which both companies picked us up at the house and brought us back. We highly recommend the zipline/sky walk/sky tram tour at Monteverde through the Nature Center in Samara and the dolphin/snorkeling tour through Samara Adventures. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay 2 more weeks!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F., Montgomery, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Get Away
We loved our stay in Samara. Sherry and Larry are the absolute best hostess and host. We enjoyed “happy hour” with them on a couple of evenings. The views are amazing and the people of Samara are very friendly and kind!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Hosts and trip!!!
We had a wonderful stay at the Villa! Sherry & Larry were wonderful hosts and so accommodating. We had everything we needed especially for a trip to the beach! We can’t thank you both for all of your hospitality to making it a fun and relaxed trip for us. Your home is beautiful and the views from the pool are something we will remember forever!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G., Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
The View
There is not much to add as all reviews are excellent and this one is no exception. Of course THE VIEW is unbeleivable. The host are the best. If you have issues walking you should rent a car as it's up-hill walking back to the house. We were there 3 weeks so we rented a car from Samara Hot Rental in town and they had the best price. Small car for $70 bucks a day and we drove all over but try to stay on paved road unless you have a 4X4. We stayed overnight different places and all was good. There are lots of restaurant in Samara. If you want to eat cheap go to what they call a SODA. Besides that our two favorite places to eat with good food and resonable price was at the Sheriff behind police station and the one in the food court which I can't remember the name but it's mostly vegan and the salads are really good and big portions. If you have a sweet tooth go to ROOTS bakerry open for breakfast and lunch. A must see is The Carrillo Beach. About 5-10 minutes drive from the house. Whoever designed that beach deserves an award. It's stunning. Every Saturday morning in Samara is the farmers market which is nice. Ticos are very friendly people and proud of there country with good reason. Thank you Larry and Sherry (and Misha) for sharing a piece of your paradise with us.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific views
Absolutely love the place! Quiet and relaxing !excellent view. Perfect for a couple wanting to explore the area. Beautiful beaches and great restaurants nearby The hosts Larry and Sherry are very welcoming . enjoy having happy hour and catching up during your stay! Mike and Maria Ontario Canada
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T., WARWICK

Liked: Cleanliness
Samara retreat
Sherry, and Larry were amazing hosts, they were extremely welcoming and made us feel as if we were part of their family. We enjoyed happy hour with them, we had a few drinks while enjoying the spectacular vista's. Thank you so much!!!! JT
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacinthe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply perfect
We loved everything about our stay: the private pool, the view of the sunset and sunrise from the balcony, the howler monkeys, the location and more. The kitchen was fully equiped, the bed was comfortable and the property was really clean. We did not want to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and fantastic hosts!
Such a nice town with a beautiful beach! Larry and Sherry are just lovely and super helpful with everything! Definitely would return on our next visit to Samara! The howler monkeys off the balcony were a real treat too!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Costa Rica Beach Vacation
Beautiful home and location on the hillside! We went to the beach Playa Carrillo everyday, a short drive south of their home and enjoyed the beach and warm ocean water. Plus used the pool in the afternoons! Larry and Sherry are great host and their property is immaculate... plus howler monkeys in their neighborhood!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer P.

Beautiful View
Property had some wonderful views, nice pool and had most of the things needed in kitchen. Plenty of extra towels and linens. Larry was very helpful at suggesting some local attractions. We only spoke with Sherry one of the nights and didn’t have much other interaction. Owners kept away to allow for privacy and only checked in while passing through the yard. A couple small complaints were that the place did need some wiping and cleaning up of spider webs and bug issues. There are many webs up in the cupboards over the extra linens and pillows We noticed the window screens seems to be loose or have gaps and many bugs came in. Bugs are expected in Costa Rica though, but dealing some gaps would help. The ceiling fan and the box fan were very weak and didn’t really work. Some positives were the use of pool, gate access to come and go and the use of washing machine. Those were great additions to the property. Overall a nice visit and beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Dream
This villa was the most perfect way my husband and I could have spent our first days as a married couple. Views were amazing, even better than the photos. Breathtaking location, private and secluded. The building is shared with Sherry and Larry but there is plenty of privacy and Sherry and Larry are very hospitable and kind hosts. We loved spending time with them . Would recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kipp & Layna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed apartment with stunning views
We really enjoyed our stay with Larry and Sherry. Friendly couple with a stunning property, beautiful views and lovely pool that we had to ourselves. The apartment was well equipped with everything we needed including a cooler for the beach, towels, etc. And everything worked! (unlike our last place?!) The only challenge is that it really isn’t within easy walking distance to Samara town centre or the beach so we rented a scooter from El Cactus Scooters for the first week and a car from Alamo for the 2nd week. Being at a distance means that it is quiet though so we really appreciated that. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Sherry and Larry are gracious hosts. We enjoyed the pool & amazing view .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
Beautiful property. Sherry and Larry, our hosts were friendly and very helpful answering any questions of area we asked. We look forward to returning to their stunning property.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carl E., Seattle WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
We had a wonderful stay. The place was clean, comfortable, peaceful and had a magnificent view. The sunsets were amazing. Larry and Sherry are great hosts. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021