[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools! Villa in Sardinal with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34360000/34354000/34353933/b897807b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34360000/34354000/34353933/aaa48238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34360000/34354000/34353933/62fb109b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34360000/34354000/34353933/e79c3d6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34360000/34354000/34353933/c0057dfc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Villa Toucan is a secluded retreat nestled in Bahia Pez Vela Resort, with ocean views and steps from the beach. Enjoy unlimited access to two pools, a restaurant, and sea kayaks within this peaceful gated community. You can hear the waves of the Pacific Ocean and howler monkeys nearby while taking advantage of amenities like wireless internet accessible from your villa. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 112100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools! Villa Toucan (BPV No. 6) is a delightful Three Bedroom villa with 2.5 bathrooms nestled in a secluded cove 25 minutes from Liberia's International Airport. Ocean view, 1 min walk to beach, pool and restaurant. You can see and hear both the ocean waves and howler monkeys from this Villa! The Villa is steps from the beach in the Bahia Pez Vela Resort next to Playa Octotal and 5 kilometers from Playa del Coco. This resort is the ONLY property on this secluded beach that has an abundance of peace and quiet. This villa is one of the beach area villas (second row from beach) so it is an easy, less than a minute, walk to the beach, main pool and restaurant. You can hear waves of the Pacific and chatter of the howler monkeys in the nearby trees from this fully equipped two level home and see Hummingbirds check out the flowers we've planted just for them. You'll also have unlimited access to our small gated community's two pools, restaurant (Soluna Beach Bistro) and sea kayaks. The resort has wireless internet, accessible from the villa. At low tide, you can walk to Playa Ocotal which is a bigger beach and has a few restaurants and hotels. It's otherwise a quick (5 km) drive to Playa Coco which is a bustling town with tons of water sports, restaurants and shops. There are plentiful activities near the villa including scuba diving, fishing, snorkeling, whale watching, bird watching, and canopy tours. You can even get a massage on the beach. The Villa has a living room, full kitchen and dining area, outdoor patio with seating area and bbq and three bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The Master BR has a king bed, private bathroom and outdoor balcony. The second bedroom is perfect for a family with kids or a couple having one queen and 2 twin beds . The third BR has a queen bed and fold out couch (folds into a large twin/small double). The living room couch also folds into a full bed. Villa also has high speed fiberoptic wireless internet to keep up with work (if you want), ceiling fans and air conditioning so you can tailor your comfort level, washing machine - dryer, a washer-dryer so you can pack light and stay fresh, fresh linens and beach towels, TV with Amazon Firestick to access your Amazon, Hulu, Netflix accounts, microwave, dvd player, dishwasher. and many kitchen accoutrements (blender, toaster, coffee maker). Within a short drive there are ample opportunities for all the activities Costa Rica is known for: hiking, birdwatching, canoeing, white water rafting, canopy tours, turtle watching, hot spring hopping, monkeying around with monkeys, wildlife watching, coffee plantation tours, mountain biking, horseback riding and more. Villa Toucan is within 1.5 hour drive of three volcanoes (Tenorio, Miravalles and Ricon de la Vieja), several national parks (Palo Verde, Ricon de la Vieja, Tenorio, Santa Rosa, Playa Grande) and dozens of day trip activities including bird watching, canopy tours, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, hiking, scuba diving, and turtle watching. The two Costa Rica most famous tourist destinations: Arenal Volcano and Monteverde Cloud Forest are a 2-3 hour drive away. The concierge at Bahia Pez Vela can arrange all of these excursions and activities. Or just sit at the beach, enjoy the peace and quiet, get a massage and do nothing. Whatever suits you! For detailed info and more photos see web address below or email us. Special discounts for last minute booking available! If you've read this far and book at least a 3 night stay we'll throw in a $50 gift certificate to the onsite restaurant, Soluna. Just remind us by email. Keywords: Villa, secluded, beach, pool, ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Canoeing nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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; 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We may be able to accommodate that. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 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 fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.54295%2C-85.72880&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I3l0IBNy0TMn2X12FA3jZ3jAT_0=) Ocotal, Guanacaste #### What's nearby - Ocotal Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 4 min drive - 0.4 km - Coco Beach - 5 min drive - 3.6 km - Playa Hermosa - 14 min drive - 8.8 km - Playa Calzón de Pobre - 16 min drive - 9.5 km #### Getting around - Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coconut Pool Bar - ‬38 min drive - ‪Restaurante Papagayo - ‬23 min drive - ‪Restaurante Arenal - ‬23 min drive - ‪Restaurante Ocotal - ‬39 min drive - ‪Restaurante ItaLiano - ‬22 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools! have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools! located? > Situated by the sea, this villa is steps from Bahia Pez Vela Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Coco Beach. Ocotal Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 43 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### heidi k. Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful private beach Villa Tucan was just as described, spacious and comfortable for our family of five. The black sand beach was beautiful and right next to the pools. We loved it! ##### heidi k. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly L. Mar 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break Vacation We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Well equipped villa with good access to pool, beach, and restaurant. Great location. ##### Kimberly L. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Micah J. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Family Getaway What a wonderful place! The beauty of this villa and being so close to the beach will definitely stay a core memory for us for years to come. The host communication and advice was excellent. I hope to come back someday! ##### Micah J. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt C. Jun 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and accommodations The property is well maintained and beautifully situated on a mostly private bay. Beautiful views and beach. Snorkeling was great right off the beach. We really enjoyed our stay. ##### Matt C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul M. Feb 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it Loved it ##### Paul M. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott W. Jan 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas break in Costa Rica We had an incredible stay in Ocatal. The location and villa were perfect for our needs traveling with our 3 adult daughters. Plenty of space, house was comfortable, kitchen well equipped, and the location to the beach/pools was ideal. Hope to come back someday. ##### Scott W. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly B. Feb 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful beach What a lovely vacation at Villa Toucan. Jackie and Cesar were very friendly and accommodating. The air conditioner broke and was replaced the same day. The owner of the property was also very prompt to respond to our inquiries. We used local taxis to get to Coco Beach for grocers and some meals. Walking is virtually impossible given the hills and heat. The location is extremely peaceful and we enjoyed sitting outside to bird watch. The beach truly was the highlight for us. We did some snorkeling and saw plenty of fish along the rocks that surrounded it. It was perfect for swimming and had a sandy bottom. This is our 4th time to Costa Rica, we love the local people who are so friendly. ##### Kelly B. Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan V. Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Hidden Gem We rented Villa #6 in Pez Vela for a short stay in April 2023. We loved the Villa. It had everything we needed. The Kitchen was well stocked with all the things we needed to cook our own meals. Sitting outside at night was wonderful, the lush landscaping is full of tropical plants and trees. The beach is a short walk ( a block ). There is a pool that only the members or renters can use so it is quieter and more private. We ate at the restaurant by the pool. Their food was fabulous. If you like a challenging hike, you can walk from Pez Vela Beach to Ocotal Beach. We would surely rent there again. Side Note: this was during Easter week and all the local people flood the beaches, because Pez Vela is more private the beach was not overcrowded like the other beaches. And the sunsets are out of this world beautiful! ##### Susan V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc H. Feb 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time in Costa Rica My wife and I had to cancel a family trip due to illness, so we decided to check out villas in Costa Rica on short notice.The owners were very quick to respond and took time to answer any questions we had , and gave us tips as well. Highly recommend the house the location and the on site restaurant !!. We will book again in the future. ##### Marc H. Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert M., Cedar Falls, IA Jan 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will be back Owner very helpful and quick to respond. great location less than an hour from the airport. loved being able to walk to an essentially private beach. ##### Robert M. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark G. Jul 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Costa Roca Family Vacation This villa was perfect for our family. The resort is down the road from Playa Coco where you can get groceries and any other supplies you might need. The house is well appointed and beds were comfortable. We had a large group, including a 4 year old and the proximity to the beach and pool was perfect. ##### Mark G. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia S. Jan 9, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise in Costa Rica First of all, we experienced such generous and thoughtful communication with Liz and Henry, who made our entire experience flawless and perfect. They gave us so much advice, which was invaluable as it was our first time to Costa Rica. Our family of 6 adults spent one week at Villa Toucan, which exceeded our expectations. The furniture and decor is comfortable with some updates. While we did think it could maybe have more chairs in the living room for the number of adults we had, there was plenty of space for us all to stretch out. The beds were all very comfortable (We slept so well!); there was a fabulous dining table and the kitchen had all the supplies we needed to make some wonderful meals. We were also grateful for an abundance of beach towels and a laundry room. The location of the townhouse for us was excellent, with close proximity to the beach and pool -- this made going to the ocean oh so easy! And the resort's restaurant (by the pool) is very good. We ate there for New Year's and thoroughly enjoyed it. The nearest town, Coco, is about a 12 minute drive away and had some excellent grocery stores and a fresh fish store, as well as numerous restaurants. We loved that we were in a quiet beach of our own, which was never over crowded. Everyone (residents, guests, staff and locals) was very friendly and we definitely feel we want to return again and again to Villa Toucan and its gorgeous location. This was by far one of our favorite vacations! ##### Patricia S. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole C. Dec 17, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful The Tuscan Villa is very clean and steps away from the beach! Beautiful views and the local people whom take care of the properties treat you like family😊Our family of five felt at home and very safe! ##### Nicole C. Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon W. Mar 27, 2019 #### Beach and Quiet There were six of us (3 adults and 3 kids) and we had a fantastic time...the kids were water logged at the end of four nights. The beach was quiet and the on-sight restaurant was good too...although I would recommend a trip to the bay over and Father Roosters. Lovely birds as well as Howler monkeys. We did a few day trips to parks and pottery - perhaps a little far but looking at the map, I don’t see a great alternative so would not slight it - about 60-90min drive one way. Although Playa Coco is right next door and all the food and entertainment amenities to boot. Would certainly recommend and hope to be back. Thx G ##### Gordon W. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy L. Jan 28, 2019 #### Very special place! Wonderful stay at Villa #6! Very comfortable place with many options for larger groups. We were only 3, but it could easily sleep many more. Very close to the beach. Two great pools to use with advantages to both. Loved going kayaking. The food & service at the restaurant were both excellent, but I also recommend going to Roosters nearby. Enjoyed playing games outside in the back of the house & also at the bigger pool. Enjoyed watching the solar eclipse while we were there. A baby fox came by to visit us the last night. We saw monkeys & birds. There were papayas on the tree outside, but unfortunately they were not ripe yet. They can be cooked up when still green, but I didn't try that. If you go, there's a great taco stand in Coco by one of the grocery stores. ##### Kathy L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda B. Jan 26, 2019 #### Fantastic vacation in this idyllic location - Perfect 4 days in a beautiful, tucked away spot with a private beach, beautiful views, restaurant onsite but a short 10 minute drive to town that has everything you need. Villa is spacious and wonderfully equipped, beds very comfortable, nice outdoor patios to take in the views. Will definitely go back. Owner provided extensive information on the property. Highly recommend!! ##### Linda B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad H. May 5, 2018 #### Wonderful Stay at Villa Toucan Our family of 4 had a great week at Villa Toucan. The description and images of the villa are very accurate. We enjoyed having coffee each morning on the outdoor patio and watching the birds and monkeys. We spent many days hanging out at the pool and going back and forth to the ocean. The beach is very private and the water calm. We did a lot of snorkeling along the edges of the beach/cove and saw a lot of very cool and colorful fish. The restaurant at the pool is an added bonus. The food and service is great, and the kids especially enjoyed the smoothies and ice cream. All in all, a great trip. Thanks for sharing Villa Toucan with us! ##### Brad H. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### carol m. Mar 5, 2018 #### Excellent location amongst the group of villas! Good location, good time! The restaurant on the site has the best service and best food within 15 Km (10 miles) Great, clean pools and wonderful proximity to the ocean! The unit was spacious and clean, but needs the plumbing; toilets, faucets, counter tops upgraded to 2018 standards. The office staff, pool and restaurant staff were exceptional. With the plumbing and other upgrades completed, I'd give a 5 star. Norm Mole PS For what I paid for the Toucan unit I could rent a brand new two bedroom, two bathroom unit 2 minutes away from Pez Vela for THREE MONTHS (no pool and not close to the ocean/beach . ##### carol m. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette R., Washougal, WA Mar 22, 2017 #### The Villa exceeded our expectations!! It was our first time in Costa Rica and we had several questions before our trip. The owners of our Villa were always very responsive to our questions and extremely helpful. We really enjoyed the location and office staff at Bahia Pez Vela. Ceasar and Jackie did an amazing job helping us with all of the tours we booked while we were there. ##### Annette R. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### enrico b. Aug 20, 2016 #### Great place great home The home is perfect, very well equipped kitchen, confy beds, internet, satellite tv, air conditioning, quiet, very close to the beach 1 min, walking. Beautiful place ##### enrico b. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aviva Z. Jun 6, 2016 #### Great place to stay I stayed at Villa Tucan for 5 nights on a girls getaway. It is a spacious 3 bedroom condo that is very close to the beach, pool and on site restaurant. The kitchen was well equipped, everything was clean and the decorations were cheerful. There is also plenty to do nearby. The condo is in a development called Playa Pez Vela which is in its own beautiful and secluded black sand cove. The snorkeling from the beach is fantastic and at low tide one can walk on the rocks and tide pools to the next cove over (Playa Ocotal). The waves in the cove are small and it is a great place to swim. Of course, the pool was refreshing and beautiful. We took a number of walks from the Villa where we saw Howler monkeys, colorful birds, scuttling crabs, iguanas and the biggest toad ever. The staff at the Playa Pez Vela was really helpful and responded immediately when we had an issue. The owners, Henry and Liz, are friendly and helpful. I would highly recommend this place as a base for travelling in this part of Costa Rica. ##### Aviva Z. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vera M. Mar 28, 2016 #### Vera We spent three wonderful days at Villa Toucan, it was just as described. We loved how close it is to the pool and the beach and loved being able to go snorkeling just off the beach. We would definitely come back again. ##### Vera M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neale I., Oregon Mar 20, 2016 #### Perfect Paradise! We spent 3 nights/4days at Villa Toucan. It was perfection!! Stunning quiet beach, very comfortable condo with everything we needed. We were a large group, but never felt crowded in this roomy, well appointed unit. The staff were very friendly and helpful. And the owners, Elizabeth and Henry were super helpful with suggestions on what to do and see nearby. Would definitely recommend Villa Toucan to family and friends and look forward to another visit in the future!! ##### Neale I. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Mar 8, 2016 #### Great Stay at Villa Toucan What a great condo in a wonderful spot! It's not a far drive from the Liberia airport and so easy to get to. The condo is spacious, clean, and well designed with everything you need. The condo is greatly situated; a 1 minute walk to eating, a beautiful pool (good for dipping or laps), and a gorgeous black sand beach. I went with a group of girlfriends of a week "away from it all" and I had an amazing time. It's close to the town of Coco and other great spots to eat or relax. The massages on the beach were amazing--price-wise and quality. We also ventured to a National Park with Tico Tours which was easy and very beautiful. I highly recommend this condo and the location can't be beat. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert W., Memphis, Tennessee Jan 8, 2016 #### Lovely black sand beach with great swimming Our family of 5 adults spent two weeks at the Villa Tucan over the holidays. The listing description was mostly accurate, and the property was very clean. Photos show the rooms exactly as they are; the villa is more spacious than the photos led us to expect. We appreciated having a washer and dryer in the unit. The owner intends to make some updates which will improve comfort and decor. The location is truly beautiful, on a tiny black sand bay with views of the gorgeous coastline to the north. The gardens are lovely and immaculately maintained. The owners are extremely responsive, and on-site management is very good. We love, love, loved the beach! Fabulous swimming. A lot of local families also walk in to use the beach during the day. The pools are really nice, not too crowded even at high season, and the on-site restaurant is a local favorite. If you want breakfast out, you'll need to drive to the Coco Coffee Company or another restaurant. Check the most recent TripAdvisor reviews for restaurants; there is a lot of turnover. Be aware that most reviews are raves no matter what the quality--people are having a good time here and no one is too critical. You will want a rental car. Parking is covered and at the door of the villa. The nearest town, Coco, is about 10 minutes away. Driving is very slow because of road conditions and a great amount of foot and bicycle traffic; other drivers are not aggressive during the day, but sometimes at night an impatient driver may pass you in a rush. We saw no accidents or other road problems during our two-week visit and did not feel that driving in Costa Rica is difficult or dangerous in any way. Coco is a small but lively beach town filled with tourists, expat Americans, and locals. Watch your step! There are no sidewalks, and most of the paved areas are uneven. Souvenir shops and bars abound. Supermarkets are well stocked and open 7 days a week. The new Diamante Eco-Adventure park in Matapalo, about 45 minutes to the south, just opened in December 2015. It will be a lot of fun when all the features are open. The zip lines are operating now and are spectacular. The owners have an extensive list of recommendations for activities, and many can be arranged through the office. Important: Check web sites before your trip, and bring a list of possible activities so you won't be at the mercy of the very slow Internet at the villa; it often quit working during our visit. ##### Robert W. 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