Title: Dream house walking distance to beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=2996&destination=Puerto+Carrillo%2C+Guanacaste%2C+Costa+Rica&selected=34747217&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Dream house walking distance to beach ## Photo gallery for Dream house walking distance to beach ![Outdoor pool - Dream house walking distance to beach (Playa Carrillo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34750000/34747300/34747217/4f55c01d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Dream house walking distance to beach (Playa Carrillo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34750000/34747300/34747217/d4af1639.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Dream house walking distance to beach (Playa Carrillo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34750000/34747300/34747217/c5196260.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels - Dream house walking distance to beach (Playa Carrillo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34750000/34747300/34747217/40b6e8eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Dream house walking distance to beach (Playa Carrillo)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34750000/34747300/34747217/076df3ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Dream house walking distance to beach and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61965 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Dream house walking distance to beach A majestic and unique home with stunning ocean views overlooking the bay of Carrillo. The house is located on a quiet cul-de-sac road right in the village of Carrillo, just a few minutes’ walk to restaurants and 750m from the beach. The house is very spacious and offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The master bedroom has a queen size bed, the second bedroom has twin beds, and the third is furnished with a bunkbed. There is also an inflatable bed available for extra guests. The bedrooms all have air conditioning, the downstairs bedrooms have large closets and sliding doors leading to the pool and terrace areas. This special home is tastefully furnished and decorated. On the second floor you will enjoy a fully equipped kitchen with beautiful wooden cabinets opening to the living room area. The house boasts teak cathedral ceilings throughout. Facing the ocean, a large terrace with ocean and sunset views will entice you to sit and relax while gazing at the ocean or watching the numerous birds and animals roaming the area. A soft ocean breeze is always flowing throughout the house. For entertainment, there is a TV with digital cable, DVD player and bluetooth speakers. If you have to work, the home offers high speed internet that allows for videoconferencing (50/5 Mbit+). Enjoy the the beautifully landscaped garden and amenities like a separate BBQ gazebo. Bathe in the sparkling 25ft long pool that is totally private. This tropical paradise is truly a gem! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with digital channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Please smoke only on the balcony or terrace ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Phone - Safe - Smartphone ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea - On the bay ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - 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The inside of the house and pool/garden are not covered. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Please supervise children around pool and stairs ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Please smoke only on the balcony or terrace ## 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Property Registration Number 3101372825 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Dream House Walking Distance Beach Playa Carrillo Dream House Walking Distance to Beach Playa Carrillo Dream Walking Distance Beach Playa Carrillo Dream House Walking Distance Beach Dream Walking Distance Beach Dream House Walking Distance to Beach Puerto Carrillo Dream House Walking Distance to Beach Private vacation home Private vacation home Dream House Walking Distance to Beach Dream House Walking Distance to Beach Puerto Carrillo Dream House Walking Distance to Beach Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Puerto Carrillo, this vacation home is near the beach. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jungle Butterfly Farm and Safari Surf School. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking. [Visit our Puerto Carrillo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Carrillo.dx2996) [View more Vacation homes in Puerto Carrillo](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Carrillo-Private-Vacation-Homes.d2996-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C9.86284%2C-85.48076&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TIe69IgkOQ0BdHSdjojVbbI91Zk=) Playa Carrillo, Provincia de Guanacaste ### What's nearby - ![Couple walking towards sea, rear view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071367/fb979a97-6292-4dbe-b718-973024580e4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carrillo Beach 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![A view of the beach in samara, costa rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071369/995722ac-1f6f-44c7-bca5-9e452a8bc0cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Samara Beach 9 min drive \- 4.3 km - ![Sunset overlooking the tide pool #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601385/f9470eb0-e668-45a0-9fb1-9a98fbdafe59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Buena Vista Beach 30 min drive \- 15.9 km - ![Sea Horses #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2585/ddc185dc-48fa-4ce0-9a16-5c0e9bcce788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Guiones Beach 44 min drive \- 28.5 km - Playa Barco Quebrado 32 min drive \- 17.6 km ### Getting around - Nosara (NOB) 80 min drive ### Restaurants - Las Olas Beach Club 13 min drive - Sheriff Rustic 13 min drive - 2 Gringos Artisan Brewing 12 min drive - Gusto Beach Club - Samara 12 min drive - Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dream house walking distance to beach have a pool? ### Is Dream house walking distance to beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Dream house walking distance to beach? ### What time is check-out at Dream house walking distance to beach? ### Where is Dream house walking distance to beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Dream house walking distance to beach Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 26 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### François L. Mar 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great venue Great place to stay near Playa Carillo. A/C worked fine. Pool was great. Near playa Carillo ans Samara. Very accessible by car. ##### François L. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda Q. Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything we wanted A great location Many good restaurants within walking distance. Close to Carrillo Beach which is one of our favorites. Have an icy snow cone type drink made by Carmen. The pool isn’t huge but it was perfect for us and so refreshing after a day in the hot sun. Air conditioning in the bedrooms for a good night sleep. Washer and dryer with a clothesline.. a simple pleasure.We have always felt save staying here. Laun ##### Linda Q. Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe W. May 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome family spot! Great place for kids and the pool was amazing to have! ##### Joe W. Stayed 5 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew C. Jan 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view of ocean We had a lovely stay at the property. It is beautifully situated just a short walk from the ocean. The beach was exactly what we were looking for - quiet and unspoiled. We look forward to returning in the future. ##### Andrew C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly M. Dec 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Love it! Perfect for us. ##### Kimberly M. Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon J. Apr 11, 2019 #### A week in a dream world. "Pura vida" describes the enjoyable times we have had in Costa Rica and the lovely home in Playa Carillo. All need to experience this escape! ##### Jon J. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita R. Jun 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful family vacation! Our family of 4, teen and preteen, stayed a week! We loved it. The house is beautiful, the slice of ocean and sunset you see past the pool and manicured lawn, over the tops of jungle trees is magical. A couple of beautiful sunrises and most nights a gorgeous sunset. It’s worth it to walk down to the beach to see sunset through the palm trees. We loved h ##### Anita R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly M. Dec 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Place to Chill and Relax Enjoyed the convenience to beach and restaurants. Found the surroundings to be simply magical, with proximity to wild life and greenery. We walked the beach every morning, lounged in the pool afternoons, and had all that we needed to prepare meals in the evening. Recommend stopping by Samara for farmers market, though the market in the village had plenty of staples as well. Nice restaurants within walking distance, particularly the Argentinian Grill. Recommend without reservation. ##### Kimberly M. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim L. Aug 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### perfect house at a beautiful beach We loved our stay here! The house was clean and updated. Beautiful grounds and view of the ocean. We enjoyed the pool and the outdoor lounging area. Small grocery store along the main road close by, and more options in Samara which is a short drive. The bay was so spectacular. Gentle waves and beautiful beach. The property manager helped set up an in home chef for days we needed it. We did not want to leave! ##### Kim L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. Apr 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hard to find better Just a beautifully taken care of home. Very easy for our family of 4 to enjoy and a great spot to make the most of our stay in Costa Rica. Walking distant to great restaurants, a good local store and beaches. Clean, spacious, and welcoming. If I could give an extra star I would. Thank you so much! ##### James B. Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren K. Nov 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! Book now!! Absolutely spectacular view and location! It was 4.5 hours driving from San Jose so I suggest flying into Liberia Airport. Absolutely worth the drive though. Wish we could have stayed longer. ##### Lauren K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean B. Nov 1, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Honeymoon Getaway This was a nice spot for us to enjoy our second half of our honeymoon. Great food and fishing around. Host & Property manager were very helpful with anything we needed. Thanks again! ##### Sean B. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul L. Oct 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### convenient location convenient location, close to beach ##### Paul L. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan G. Jul 12, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Marelie was amazing The house and pool were perfect for me and my wife and our 4 kids. The view out to Carrillo bay is awesome. Each bedroom is air conditioned but the common areas are not. Tons of wildlife in the backyard (iguanas, so many birds, lizards) and u can hear/see the howler monkeys in the trees about 100 yards from the house. Carrillo and Samara are both great beaches to explore. ##### Ryan G. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth B. Jan 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So Relaxing! We had an amazing stay at the house! We enjoyed the incredible view and loved having the pool to cool off in. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing getaway! ##### Elizabeth B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alix R. Nov 30, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you could ever want... This house was immaculate and they did not forget anything. My husband, daughter and I had the most beautiful six nights at Casa Marielle. Melissa and Tim (property managers) were wonderful and went above and beyond to make sure we had all of the information (and friends for my daughter!)that we needed. The beach just down the road was absolutely perfect for swimming and bathing and marveling in its beauty. Samara was ten minutes away and had all of the restaurants, activities, etc. that you would need. The other direction were sweeping glorious beaches, nesting turtles.... definitely suggest renting a 4x4 if you are planning on driving. This house was a perfect ending to our trip, not easy to leave. My husband and I drank coffee on the porch every morning, listening to the sounds of the distant waves and watching the parakeets fly by and howler monkeys in the trees. ##### Alix R. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel F. Nov 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the stay An absolutely awesome location. With all the basics within walking distance. One challenge with the pool while we where there but Melissa took care of it promptly and communications were great. ##### Daniel F. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dirk Ha. E. Jul 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful house with super view Casa Marelie probably is the best vacation rental we have ever picked! Easy communication with the very friendly new German owners before and during our visit. The house is even nicer and bigger than we expected from the pictures. Great views not only from the balcony, but actually from all bedrooms, from the kitchen, living room, from the covered terrace and even from the pool! Two large bedrooms (would work perfectly for two couples) and a small one. Our family loved the area and enjoyed both quiet playa Carrillo as well as the lively playa Samara. Many restaurants in the area. (Do not miss El Colibri if you like steaks.) We all loved the „Turtle nesting tour“ that we had booked online (but it would not have been a problem to book it in Samara). If you were lucky enough to find a vacancy for your travel dates at Casa Marelie, look no further! And stay more than just a few days, because you will hate to leave - I promise! ##### Dirk Ha. E. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 16, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Most amazing vacation home ever! It's literally the best vacation home I rented! The house is super comfy and convenient. There is everything you need... and the view is just amazing! This is a great house to be with kids and friends. Matthias was super helpful and nice, and very responsive. Really a pleasure to interact with him. I'm definitely going back!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H. Jul 9, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful House with Great Location and Ocean View This house was exactly as described -- only even more beautiful. The ocean view from the interior of the house, the downstairs patio, upstairs deck and especially the pool can't be beat. The location was perfect. You can easily walk into the town of Carillo for groceries and to eat at a few restaurants. It is a short drive (\~ 10-12 minutes) to the more touristy Samara with many more shops and restaurants. Playa Carillo is beautiful and nearly deserted. You can walk there in about 15 minutes or drive there in about 3 minutes. It is easy to park. A definite highlight was a horsebacking riding tour with Luis into the jungle and on the beach (quite a deal at $30 per person for a two hour trip). If you are looking for a quiet place to soak in the beauty and sounds of Costa Rica and experience a little bit more of the Tico culture, this is the house for you. The A/C in the bedrooms work really well and the rest of the house stays reasonable cool if you open the windows (which have screens). There also is a ton of wildlife on and near the property. We were visited daily by a couple of iguanas, many beautiful birds and were often awoken in the morning by the screeches of the howler monkeys which we saw from the house on day and after walking down to the end of the street, saw an entire family with a few babies on several occasions. The house is clean, well appointed, and the local property management people were very responsive. Overall, just a fabulous place! ##### Susan H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion S. May 2, 2019 #### What a fantastic stay at Casa Marelie! The house is amazing with a wonderful view to the sea, including some great sunsets, and in a perfect location. It is in walking distance from Playa Carrillo, one of the most beautiful beaches I've seen, and it is also just a short walk to the village with nice restaurants and little supermarket. I even took the bus once from Samara, no problem, the bus stop is just on the main road close to the house. The kitchen is fully equipped, including a dishwasher, which is not standard in CR. There is air con (A/C) in every bedroom, which is good to have here, and there is a washing machine. The pool is perfect for a family and if you're lucky, you can see a local iguana come by during the day. We also took some tours that a local agency offered (Blue Zone in Samara), great horseback riding and dolphin watching! I will definitely come back again! ##### Marion S. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc D. Apr 1, 2019 #### Great Spring Break Our family had a wonderful time during our spring break week. ##### Marc D. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Thomas R. Mar 29, 2019 #### Greathouse, amazing beach This area is one of the most beautiful parts of Costa Rica we have explored. The house was very well equipped, the property managers were exceptional, and the sunsets and beach were unparalleled. Don’t think I can wait another year to return! ##### Thomas R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis N. Mar 19, 2019 #### Very nice Was very nice. Pool was great . Really like the area ##### Dennis N. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan K. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation home with terrific ocean views ##### Dan K. 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