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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
On the beach, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 18743 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
  • Playa Hermosa
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Panamá Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪37 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.

Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa

Discover Villa Sun Monkey, an exceptional vacation villa nestled in the quiet beach community of Playa Hermosa. Only five minutes north of Playas Del Coco and 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport (LIR).

Sun Monkey offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Papagayo Peninsula. We welcome families, groups, retreats and privacy seekers to an unforgettable Costa Rican experience.
This exquisite Villa features a main house and a guest house, totaling 8,000+ square feet of living space. Five suites in the main house, including 4 ocean-view master bedrooms and an ensuite bunk + queen room. Sun Monkey accommodates up to 16 standard or optionally up to 22 guests. Each suite includes luxurious private bathroom, individual air conditioning, walk-out porch or balcony, black-out shades/curtains, and closet space ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Many guests have commented that the pictures do not do justice to our magnificent view. When you walk through the wide folded up door, the view is Stunning! Please come to experience the incredible Sunsets and Stargazing.

Villa Sun Monkey not only provides an idyllic setting but also a range of exclusive house services. Our dedicated team offers grocery shopping, bar stocking, and various options for chefs or personal bartender. Please inquire with management as we provide (with RAVE reviews) multiple options for all meals to meet the service level and/or budget requirements and culinary needs of diverse groups.

Transportation services and private recommended tours are available, allowing you to explore the beauty of Costa Rica with ease. If interested, please inquire with management as soon as booking is accepted for best scheduling options.

The Villa features a stunning 60-foot infinity swimming pool with a stunning pavilion for entertainment and relaxation, and a large hot tub/spa between the pool and pavilion. A separate rancho with a wet bar and outdoor barbecue grill adds to the villa's entertainment space. Indoors, you'll find a well-equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, and a den/office with a flat-screen TV.

Sun Monkey's 1.75-acre professionally landscaped grounds create a private and serene atmosphere, complemented by local fruit trees, flowers, and animals such as parrots and iguanas. The villa is double-gated, and onsite water storage, ensuring your safety and peace of mind throughout your stay.
This villa's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Playa Hermosa. Enjoy features like an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and a hot tub. The villa offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Rocio's Kitchen and a 3-minute drive from Playa Hermosa
This villa offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly villa.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sardinal villa.

Property manager

Brett or Pete

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 8,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 27

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

  • No pets allowed

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: We have transport & additional parking available.
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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.

Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Harry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House for our family
This property was perfect for our family of 17. Very comfortable for all. We had a wonderful week and our property host was very helpful in making it all happen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
This villa is one of a kind and is on a beautiful elevation. The views with great weather are unparalleled. Highly recommend. Hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Red Deer, AB Canada

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multi family stay
Absolutely fantastic view, very well laid out with great bathrooms and bedrooms and well stocked kitchen. Golf carts are great for short trips and teens to take to the beach. Property manager and concierge and housekeeping were all attentive and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Foad K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Ocean View House with Infinity Pool
This ocean view house in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, is simply amazing. The infinity pool offers stunning views of the Pacific, especially at sunset. The house is spacious, modern, and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is great! Close to the beach and local spots. The host was extremely helpful, and Playa Hermosa’s natural beauty is unmatched. Highly recommend this place for a Costa Rica getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzie K., Houston Tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional property
As first time travelers to Costa Rica, we had many unknowns. We are thankful we chose Sun Monkey. The house and staff were exceptional. There were 12 of us with five kids under 10. Bret was invaluable in helping us plan all excursions, our chefs, and caring for any needs we had. He was very patient with our many questions which we appreciated. The house was more than adequate and accommodated all of us comfortably. We had room to spread out as well as gorgeous common areas to enjoy family time. Clean, comfortable, and well stocked. The pool was just amazing and there are no words to describe the incredible view. The sunsets were spectacular. We opted to get a professional photographer one evening and are glad we did. Bret planned all of our excursions. We stayed local as we didn’t want to travel far with a two-year-old. We went to a Park, snorkeling excursion, the guys went fishing and the girls had massages at the house. We had a lovely day at the beach where the staff set up a cover/chairs for us at a beautiful spot. All excursions were enjoyable, especially the catamaran where to the delight of our grandchildren we saw many dolphins! The chefs were all fantastic! There are several in our family that are excellent cooks, and they were impressed with all of our meals! Chef Francis was amazing and even prepared delicious food that some of our picky grandkids loved! Our stay was all we hoped it would be and more. We will be back to Sun Monkey again when time allows.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida 2024
This property was perfect for our family of 18. Very comfortable for all. We had a wonderful week and our property host was very helpful in making it all happen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views!
We just completed our stay at Sun Monkey a group of 14 ranging in ages from 16 - 90 years old. There was something for everyone. The architecture and views from all the common areas are absolutely breathtaking from dawn to dusk. While the house is older, it is a good value . What was most impressive was the responsiveness of the house managers Manrique and Brett. We changed our plans a few times and they were always able to accommodate. Jay the chef is fabulous and definitely a great idea for large groups. The rain forest hike was amazing we saw poisonous dart frogs to baby Toucans. On the river boat tour the monkeys and crocodiles were within touching distance. Great property and well managed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!!!
We had the best time. This property was everything that was advertised and more. Bret was amazing to work with. He arranged transportation, dinner reservations, excursions, grocery delivery, and even a personal chef for us. The layout of the house was perfect for our group of 11. Every bedroom had its own bathroom!! Such a huge plus. The view from the back of the house was breathtaking. Never seen anything like that before. We had a couple of golf carts which worked awesome for getting to dinners or quick trips to the grocery store that was right by the property. Can’t say enough about this proper and trip. Thank you Bret and all the other people that made it such an amazing trip. Looking forward to returning again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
5* Review
Overall, we had an incredible stay. Bret was a fantastic host and Maria took great care of us at the house. Photos do not do the house justice. It is a beautiful setting, plenty of space for the group to spread out for alone time or to spend time together. Aircon in the rooms were great. Fully stocked, Beautiful views. I couldn't recommend this place enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth C., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host, location, and host
GREAT stay! Beautiful location, wonderful house with great air conditioning, and the host was very easy to communicate with and help coordinate a lot of aspects of this day. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clark B., Squamish

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family vacation!
From start to finish, our vacation rental experience was nothing short of exceptional. The communication was prompt and clear, ensuring a smooth process from booking to check-out. The house itself was absolutely stunning, with every detail carefully considered for maximum comfort and style. The pool was a delightful oasis, perfect for relaxing under the sun a playing games with the kids. Every room was air-conditioned with quality units. Kitchen was huge and well stocked with cooking supplies. Impeccable cleanliness throughout the property made us feel right at home. What truly set this rental apart was the staff's (Pete and Bret) unwavering friendliness and enthusiasm to ensure our stay was nothing short of perfect. Thank you for creating unforgettable memories!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home!
The home was absolutely gorgeous with an amazing view. Peter and his team were so great to work with and best communication I have come across when renting. Highly reccomend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marek Swiderski & A., Los Angeles, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful gem!
What an incredible property. The photos don’t do it justice—the property is even more beautiful and spacious in person! The owner Peter and the property manager Bret met us upon check-in, and showed us around the property to ensure we know where everything was. The Villa easily acommodates our party of 12 adults. We had everything we needed during the stay; filtered water, ice maker, fully equipped kitchen, coffee maker, towels and soaps. The location is perfect! So close to local stores and beach. When some hiccups occurred, Peter and Bret were quick to respond and resolve. Overall, Sun Monkey Villa has made our trip to Costa Rica such a memorable experience. We highly recommend this Villa to anyone looking for spacious and luxurious accommodation during their stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Feb 21- 25
Great stay!! Bret helped out so much with bookings, transportation, dinner reservations basically everything. The location was outstanding and the activities he suggested were epic. Thanks so much !! Will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property, Great Experience
The property lived up to and surpassed our expectations, the pictures don't do it justice. We had a group of 10 adults and it fit us all with space to spare. It would have been nice if there were more queen or king beds but that would probably make it less accommodating to families. It was great that each bedroom had it's own bathroom. Macho and Maria kept the house and grounds in good order while we were there and were available whenever we needed anything. While the nearby town and beach are technically walkable, I wouldn't recommend it, the property is in a gated community with a steep driveway. Parking wasn't hard to find.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay!
Our group absolutely loved staying at the Sun Monkey! The property was spotless, the views were amazing and the location was perfect. Macho was an excellent caretaker. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maddie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
We were looking to have a girls weekend in Costa Rica. The Villa comfortably fit all 12 of us. The community is double gated which made the house of ladies feel extra good. Bret and Peter were unbelievable. Felt like working with a 5-star concierge at a resort! They organized massage therapists to come to the house, they stocked our villa with food and alcohol, they arranged all transportation, booked all our restaurants for us, booked our zip line AND a private catamaran. It was a once in a lifetime trip and we didn’t want to say goodbye. Hoping we will be back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and hospitality
The property is amazing! Great outdoor area/verandas with gorgeous view of the ocean! We saw many beautiful birds, iguanas and monkeys on the property! The pool is large, clean and gorgeous as well! Macho and Maria were amazing! I read in a previous review that Macho wanders in and out frequently. That was absolutely NOT the case during our stay! He purchased the groceries from the list I gave him ahead of time so that we had plenty of food and beverages when we arrived. We were a group of 8 women ranging in age from 25-69. None of us wanted to worry about cooking meals so we had Maria cook dinners for us. Everything she made was fantastic! I highly recommend arranging meals with her if you want to just relax and enjoy! We rented golf carts and were able to use them to go to the beach very easily! Macho and Maria made our stay exactly as we planned! I can’t wait to return! I can’t imagine anyone not enjoying their stay and the host’s hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni S., Fort Collins, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like a Movie Star
The outdoor space with infinite pool, balcony, patio and ocean view made us feel like we were living in a movie! The home is beautiful, quiet, double gated and located on the side of the hills overlooking the ocean. The kitchen was well appointed with spices, cookware and dishware. The owner as well as the hosts was very quick to respond when we wanted to extend our stay. We would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Of 12 Trip
Our whole family of 12 enjoyed the Sun Money home for 5 days! And then we sent the family home and my husband and I stayed an additional 4 days! Was in a perfect location to see a lot of Costa Rica! House had everything we needed! Maria and Macho were there when needed. We used our own personal concierge that was a friend of a friend from home so these are services we didn't use from the house but were offered! Would definitely return to the Sun Monkey on a trip back to Costa Rica!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brock & Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
We had such a great time staying at the property and it was a perfect fit for our large group. The view is amazing and we really liked being in a gated community. Macho and Maria made things very easy and helped with anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Sun Monkey Doesn't Disappoint!
We just spent a wonderful week at the Sun Monkey. We are a group of 3 families that travel together every year. Finding a home that can accommodate all of us and allow us to relax and spend time together isn't always easy. The Sum Monkey was perfect. Rooms was very comfortable and the outdoor space was used constantly. Macho and Maria are incredible hosts. Macho helped arrange transportation from the airport and gave us a quick tour of the area when we arrived. He also arranged for golf carts for the week so we didn't need rentals. Maria made wonderful dinners for us (we are still trying to recreate some of her delicious food) and the referral for Sibu Tours was perfect. We didn't really have to plan anything until we arrived. The house felt very secure and was convenient to the beach, restaurants and grocery stores. It's obvious that some nice updates have been made to the house. There are still some issues that need to be repaired/updated, but nothing that impacted our trip. Playa Hermosa isn't a big tourist area. It is quiet and beautiful. Loved watching sunsets from poolside at the house. One note - for a lot of activities, cash is preferred and sometimes required. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tug H., Albuquerque

Liked: Cleanliness
INCREDIBLE VIEWS
Sun Monkey Villa is an Incredible home situated on a hill overseeing the Beautiful Playa Hermosa. Each of the main houses guest rooms have wonderful views and are the perfect way to wake up each morning. The main living area has grand doors opening to the infinity pool which share the same Wonderful views of Playa Hermosa. Lots of time was spent in the pool and experiencing these views. Property is working on updating a few features, which hadn’t been completed yet ( replacing stovetop) but this didn’t prevent us from having great meals with our large 14 person group. Outdoor areas were well used by us as most of our time was spent in pool, on cover patio, where massages took place and Uber outdoor kitchen area cooking and playing games. Host couple Macho and Maria are wonderful people who we’re always on premise to assist us with ANY matters of concern or experiences we wanted to take part in (Dinner reservations, excursions or just picking up some groceries) This was an experience of a lifetime and should be enjoyed by anyone who stay at The Sun Monkey Villa.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B., Northern Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay at Sun Monkey!
My extended family (my husband, two sons, my sister and her husband and their son, my brother and his wife, my youngest brother, my mother, and my mother-in-law) all spent a week in June at Sun Monkey. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space/privacy, but still enjoy quality time together, most instances out on the amazing pool deck. Like other reviewers have said, the pictures do not do Sun Monkey justice. The views are stunning! Having never traveled further south/west than Cancun, I was slightly nervous about the open air concept (all windows/doors on the main level open), especially because of bugs/critters, but I loved it and we had no issues. It was very hot (as expected) when we were there, but the individual AC units in each of the bedrooms worked wonderfully and there was a nice breeze on the pool deck. We took advantage of the golf cart rentals and did not rent a car. We arranged for transportation (with Macho's help) for the few excursions we did, but otherwise we used the golf carts daily to get to the local restaurants (all delicious!), the little market, and the beach. With the exception of the excursions, everything we needed/wanted was in reach of the golf carts. Maria had a welcome lunch ready for us (requested in advance) that was delicious. Macho and Maria were lovely. Costa Rica, and Sun Monkey, did not disappoint and only exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023