[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff Family-friendly vacation home in Puerto Carrillo with an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25174900/25174836/8c3aa608.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25174900/25174836/3f7760c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25174900/25174836/0650a55c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25174900/25174836/f390fce4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25180000/25174900/25174836/c3be4a13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A garden, a library, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff Step inside your private oceanview villa, where infinity pool sunsets, elegant living spaces, and serene suites create the perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories **INFINITY POOL & OUTDOOR OASIS** • A 10 × 5 m salt water infinity pool invites you to immerse yourself in warm tropical serenity while overlooking the Pacific. • A covered rancho with a sit up bar creates the perfect spot for evening cocktails and al fresco dining. • A gazebo for lounging and whale watching sits adjacent to the pool, adding a touch of resort style opulence. • An outdoor washroom is thoughtfully placed for your convenience. **GREAT ROOM AND HIGH END AMENITIES** • The sprawling great room invites you to relax or entertain in style. • Patio doors open to reveal the pool terrace and breathtaking ocean vistas. • A magnificent dining table for twelve sits beside a marble topped wet bar stocked with a refrigerator and wine storage. • A charming breakfast bar for four sits on the pass through to the fully equipped, gourmet kitchen. • A tastefully appointed powder room is conveniently located near the entry. • The lounge boasts a 42″ TV, cable and Apple TV for evening entertainment **LUXE ACCOMMODATIONS** • Accommodates up to eight guests in two elegant, identical wings designed for privacy and comfort. • For groups of 9–10 guests, please inquire—special arrangements may be available. • Each wing contains: o A master suite with a sumptuous king size bed and bespoke furnishings. o A secondary bedroom featuring a queen bed and a single bed—perfect for all guests. • A spacious, shared bathroom separates the bedrooms and offers premium amenities. • All suites have individually controlled air conditioning and include high quality linens and plush towels (pool towels included). **PRIVATE STAFF & PERSONALIZED SERVICE** • Your stay includes the services of a discreet on-site team, residing in a private apartment and available six days a week o Ana, your private chef and housekeeper, delights with exquisite gourmet meals, daily housekeeping and personal laundry service, and can assist with activity arrangements. o Freddy, the estate caretaker, ensures the pool and grounds remain pristine. • On their day off (Sunday), indulge in one of the area’s acclaimed restaurants—recommendations are gladly provided. **CARRILLO BEACH & BEYOND** Just a 5 minute drive from the villa, Playa Carrillo beach is a pristine crescent of soft white sand lined with palm trees and calm turquoise waters. Beautiful and family-friendly, it’s the perfect place to swim, stroll, or simply relax beneath the palms. **THINGS TO DO** Your stay offers more than relaxation—this region is a hub of adventure: • 💆 In-Villa Massage & Wellness – Enjoy a personalized massage in the privacy of your villa, or visit nearby Samara for spa treatments. Private yoga instructors can also attend the villa for tailored sessions, or you can join classes in Samara’s serene studios. • 🌊 Surfing & Snorkeling – Surf spots and crystal-clear reefs. • 🎣 Fishing with Locals – Authentic coastal trips just 5 minutes away. • 🌴 Ziplining & Canopy Tours – Glide through lush jungle treetops. • 🥾 Hiking – Explore waterfalls, tropical forests, and nature trails. • 🚙 ATV Tours – Sunset rides to hidden lookouts and rugged landscapes. • 🐒 Wildlife Watching – Spot monkeys, exotic birds, and butterflies. • 🎟️ Excursions – Scuba diving, dolphin tours, kayaking trips, and horseback riding by the beach. Scroll through the photos and picture yourself here — your private oceanview escape is waiting. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Infinity pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table - Wet bar ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 shared bathrooms - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Library - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Garden - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36940000/36938700/36938639/7e268c8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Front Ocean view Costa Rica ( In house Chef) Puerto Carrillo - Ocean view - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 19 reviews CA $875 CA $1,664 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=36938639&PinnedHotelID=36938639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79540000/79530600/79530596/8deae645.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Oceanfront View Villa with Chef, Housekeeping and Concierge Services Puerto Carrillo - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 125 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=79530596&PinnedHotelID=79530596&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37770000/37767700/37767690/88782921.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Entire luxury private villa overlooking the Pacific with cook and onsite staff Puerto Carrillo - Ocean view - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37767690&PinnedHotelID=37767690&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99530000/99521700/99521679/779d0e2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pacific Ocean Front View Villa with Chef, concierge and daily cleaning. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## 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%7C9.85448%2C-85.46992&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=e_n4JTm7mDfxUzl_lzKafAKfWIk=) Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste #### What's nearby - Carrillo Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Samara Beach - 11 min drive - 6.0 km - Playa Islita - 18 min drive - 14.1 km - Buena Vista Beach - 30 min drive - 16.9 km - Playa Barrigona - 30 min drive - 17.6 km #### Getting around - Nosara (NOB) - 75 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Aromas - ‬7 min drive - ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬16 min drive - ‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬17 min drive - ‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools. ### Is Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff located? > This family-friendly Puerto Carrillo vacation home is located by the ocean, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Carrillo Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal. Playa Islita and Buena Vista Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxury Oceanview Villa with Private Chef, Infinity Pool, & Staff 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 147 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff S. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Beautiful property, Ana and Freddy are the best. If we revisit costa rica will definitely be staying there. ##### Jeff S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candace R. Feb 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection This property and the amazing staff deserve 11 out of 10 across the board. From booking to check-in to location and Ana and Freddie, we had a sublime vacation. ##### Candace R. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The house was well cared for and clean. Ana and Freddy did a wonderful job at making meals and helping us arrange activities. The view was spectacular. The host communicated quickly and answered questions. We would love to stay there again. ##### Andrew Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick W. Feb 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private Paradise The staff, home, and food are absolutely excellent. ##### Rick W. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline T. Aug 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! The perfect vacation! The house is fantastic and very comfortably accommodated our family but the best part was Ana and Freddie. Ana’s cooking is truly fantastic - better than any meal we ate in town. We will definitely be back! ##### Caroline T. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristen B. Apr 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best View Casa de La Loma is such a relaxing, beautiful place. There is plenty of space and Ana and Freddie make everything so easy. It’s a place to truly relax and get some family time. I would recommend this home to anyone and everyone. ##### Kristen B. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick S. Jun 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would Definitely Go Back!!! Cannot say enough great things about our stay. It is the best VRBO property we've stayed at on an all-around basis. Great communication and help from the owner, Ana and Freddy are fantastic, the home is beautiful and perfect for 8-10 people, and Costa Rica is beautiful. Staying here you get to experience more of the local towns than you would staying at a resort. Do not hesitate booking a stay during the rainy season. There's still plenty to do (sometimes more fun in the rain), and still plenty of sunshine for the beach or pool. The cooler temps are also nice, but it was never too cold to get in the water. Last time we came to Costa Rica it was in the "summer" season and at a resort. This trip was all-around the better trip! Can't say enough good things about Ana and Freddy. She makes delicious meals, and took the time to talk and answer all of our questions about the local towns and the country to help teach us about Costa Rica. Freddy is like a ninja working in the background sweeping up, cleaning up, or grilling, while Ana takes care of everything else. They feel like part of the family by the time you leave, and you'll want to come back and visit them! If we get a chance to go back to Costa Rica, we would definitely stay at this house again (as long as Ana and Freddy are still there)! ##### Nick S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie L. Jan 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best home to rent in Costa Rica We had the most amazing time at Casa de la Loma. We arrived and Ana and Freddy were there to greet us and when we walked into the home just as the sun was setting it literally took our breath away. The pictures don’t begin to show the beauty of this place. A 4 wheel drive is needed to get up the last hill but it’s not scary at all - and I’m a wimp. The town of Samara is very close if you can tear yourself away from the home. And I don’t even know where to begin to praise Ana’s‘s cooking and her attention to every detail. On top of that the pool is so wonderful with the view spread out below you as you sip a cold drink. Don’t miss the chance to stay at this wonderful home. ##### Valerie L. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Betsy M. Jun 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just book it! Rest assured, you can stop searching and adding potential properties to your trip board...JUST BOOK THIS PROPERTY! We booked this house for two adult couples and it was beyond perfect - we could have stayed forever! The property is clean, peaceful, well appointed and beautifully situated. Ana is a treasure! She is sweet, funny, helpful and her cooking is fantastic - you will be truly spoiled! Get ready to soak in the beauty of Costa Rica and feel the essence of Pura Vida here - ENJOY! ##### Betsy M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle C. Dec 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding vacation spot! 10 stars! So many positives! The views from the house are beyond beautiful. The house is very clean and well maintained and in a very safe location. Ana and Freddy are helpful, kind and very good cooks. Ana helped make all local arrangements and recommendations for our family (3 adults 2 kids ages 8 and 10) which were great. The only downside (which we expected so we weren't too surprised) was the power went out 3 different days....one day it was out 5 hours. Overall such a beautiful experience. You won't want to miss this vacation spot! ##### Michelle C. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa L. Mar 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect dream vacation for all! The home was PERFECT and all things listed online about the house from Wendy (owner) and all reviews were 100% correct! The home is gorgeous and we felt comfortable and pampered from the point we arrived from Ana and Freddy! The communication with Wendy is quick and helpful - she was always available with any questions or changes! The food was amazing and Ana even cooked a yellowtail that we caught that day! All reviews say Ana will help with excursions upon arrival (which made us - typical over planners a bit nervous), but within our first hour Ana helped us set up everything we were hoping to do and more! I would strongly recommend this home to anyone looking for a dream vacation! We will be back! Thank you Wendy, Ana and Freddy! ##### Melissa L. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Fran E. Mar 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful setting and delicious food! There are a few things travelers should know that are not specified in the listing. This is not a typical VRBO. The listing refers to Ana and Freddy as caretakers. In reality, they are constantly present. They live in the lower level of the house. In addition, we were scolded for having friends visit us at the house. We were told it was rude and we needed to ask for permission. Also, travelers are expected to tip 5 to 15 percent on the accommodation. ##### Fran E. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Denise A. Jan 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location #### Hillside Paradise This property was absolutely beautiful and well maintained. The pictures are accurate but the sunset in person is truly amazing. A 4 wheel drive is a must for this area in general if you want to venture out and about. We enjoyed every minute poolside. Meals were delicious and prepared with love. Know that meal time is set and not flexible. The common areas of this home are not air conditioned so your only retreat from the heat is the pool or your bedroom (we were instructed to turn our air off when not in our room). I understand conservation but at the same time we paid for this house and we were on vacation. This rule was tough on the older people in our group that needed a reprieve from the heat without having to wait for a room to cool down. We were greeted each morning by the sounds of howler monkeys, got to see one mama and baby from the pool on our last day. ##### Denise A. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow - the views To start, Wendy was a true host and helped us with planning in advance. Communication was excellent. Upon arrival, Anna & Freddie greeted us and were wonderful hosts throughout. The house was amazing. The views, the pool, the beds, the showers. The proximity to Playa Carillo and Playa Samara was ideal. We loved the town of Samara, which seemed to retain the charm of a local town but had everything we wanted or needed. We had two families of four with four adults and four teenagers. Everyone loved it. We enjoyed having breakfast and dinners at home prepared by Anna. Anna was very helpful to us with making calls, setting up excursions, etc. Our favorite part of the day was sitting outside in the morning having coffee. As advertised, a 4WD is an absolute requirement. The only place you will need it is getting up the hill to the driveway but you will need it. If we ever return to the area it would be hard to imagine staying anywhere else! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug F., Brier, WA Feb 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! From making the reservation to communicating with Wendy to meeting Ana and Freddy we had an excellent experience. Originally scheduled for 2021 Wendy was very understanding for our need to reschedule to 2022 and then to 2023 - IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT! When we arrived on Saturday and walked in the front door our 3 generation family of 10 had to pick our jaws off the floor as we took in the breathtaking view over the pool to the Pacific ocean. We explored the house and pool and we were not disappointed. Ana and Freddy helped to accommodate every need as we settled in and they delighted us with a delicious Grilled Steak and Shrimp dinner - YUM! Ana and Freddy take a well deserved Sunday off but had supplied plenty of food to make our own Sunday breakfast and we ate in town Sunday evening. After going over the menu on Monday we went shopping to pick up some of the groceries and Ana took care of arrangements for most of the meat. Each meal was prepared with skill, pride and care and we were so grateful and felt so pampered. Most days we hung out in the spacious gazebo, played card games and played or lounged in the pool. Wendy, thank you for your understanding as our 40th wedding anniversary celebration turned into our 41st and finally to our 42nd. Ana and Freddy, thank you for making us feel welcome, pampering us with your great cooking and care for the facility and making us feel like family. This stay certainly exceeded our expectations and we hope to return again and again. ##### Doug F. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Worth the wait and then some! We originally booked our trip to this property way back in 2019 for summer 2020 and after several re-schedules just made it in the summer of 2022! It was worth the wait and then some. First, the property owner was AMAZING to work with. She was very responsive with all of our re-schedules and questions. She also was super patient when we were working with VRBO to get our final payments to post. I can't say enough good things about how easy she made the process of both booking and arriving at our first big foreign trip as a family of 8 from two different locations! When we finally got there...WOW! The pictures in the listing are incredible but can't begin to do justice to the actual place. The accommodations and amenities were perfect for our family! Everything was pristine and homey. And then there's the jewels of this stay...Ana and Freddy! Amazing! Ana's meals were superb and she made sure that everyone in our diverse party was well taken care of at mealtime! The best part, however, was how friendly and helpful they both were! Ana helped us navigate getting all the excursions we wanted to do scheduled and had some great suggestions for some we hadn't even thought of! Add to that her knowledge (and willingness to share it!) of the local flora and fauna which made our stay even more magical! I cannot recommend this stay enough! In fact, we were already telling people about it at the airport as we were, sadly, departing! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris C. Dec 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It is as good as the listing looks Casa de la Loma is as good as it looks in the listing. The house is on a hill perhaps 200 feet above the Pacific. The coast is rocky just below the house, and the sound of the waves against the rocks is constant and calming. The view is pretty awesome. Playa Carillio is perhaps 10 minutes away and is a beautiful, undeveloped, crescent-shaped beach about 1-1/2 miles long. The house is wonderful with an open plan which opens out onto the pool and patios. We spent some quality time hanging out there. As great as all that is, the best thing about the house is Anna and Freddy. They truly do go out of their way to make everything perfect. Anna made a big breakfast every morning and an excellent dinner each evening. I think she fattened us all up a bit. For any activities you want to do, just ask Anna. She knows everyone in the area and everyone seems to know her. She booked several activities for us finding better options than we could find for ourselves. For example, the private boat tour she booked for us was only slightly more expensive than a group tour, but the seven of us had the boat and the guide all to ourselves. The group of 25 or so getting on the group tour boat looked at us with envy. Tell her what you are interested in and she will be on her phone hooking you up with the right person in minutes. I could go on about the area and the wonderful people of Costa Rica, but I'll just sum it up by saying that you will not regret a stay here. ##### Chris C. Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley S. Apr 13, 2025 ##### Ashley S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley L. Jul 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection ##### Ashley L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah F. Sep 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Oasis with Wonderful Service I couldn’t believe this property lived up to all the glorious reviews, but it did! The house, pool and view were perfect and Ana and Freddy were amazing! Ana’s meals were delicious and she and Freddy wouldn’t let us lift a finger to help with dishes. She also recommended and coordinated many outings for us. The whole group felt relaxed and pampered. ##### Sarah F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel B. Aug 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### As wonderful as we expected! This is a fantastically remote location overlooking the ocean! We woke up each morning to the sounds of birds and monkeys. Ana & Freddy are sweet and hospitable. The view is gorgeous-we loved winding down each day in the infinity pool. Truly a magical vacation! ##### Rachel B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin M., Cumming, GA Jun 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pure Vida We had a wonderful stay at the villa. Anna and Freddy were fantastic with anything that was needed and we had a relaxing stay. The views are incredible and the house is the perfect layout for families or groups. We would definitely return to this home and location. ##### Kristin M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teddy W. Jun 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ward Family Vacation Puerto Carrillo, Casa de la Loma is a great property with an exceptional view and exceptional staff! Our host, Wendy, prepared us for the visit and promptly answered all of our questions. Ana and Freddy (staff) are truly professional!! They prepared every meal, and OH can Ana cook!!! In addition to maintaining the property and cooking, Ana knows everybody and everything going on in the area. Preparing for excursions, booking excursions and arranging transportation was taken care of instantly. Our familly, young and old, gives the total experience a 10 out of 10 rating. ##### Teddy W. Stayed 5 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. May 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magical There is one word for this property. It is simply magical. The view is insane. The pool is perfect and Ana and Freddy are wonderful. If you are thinking of booking it go for it! You’ll see monkeys in the backyard and the surroundings are stunning and peaceful. The house is a perfect set up for two families traveling together as it has two identical wings. Wendy, the property owner is responsive and very helpful. This is a trip we will never forget. Thank you to Wendy, Ana and Freddy. ❤️ ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry G., Montgomery Alabama USA Feb 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a vacation What a wonderful vacation.....Ana & Freddy were just the perfect hosts and so attentive to our every needs. Every meal was delicious, the grounds and pool were in first class condition and the rooms were cool and immaculately clean. Ana and Freddy greeted us at the front door when we arrived the first evening (even though we were later than expected) and we ate as soon as we unpacked. The whole week's meals were discussed, with Ana's input, and we all went to bed on the first night tired, full and relaxed. Ana's English was excellent and she was so helpful with ideas on local excursions and booked whatever we required (Fishing, massage, direction to local shops and places of interest). A car is a must......the Villa sits on top of a steep hill, outside the small town of Samara, and the views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding areas are spectacular. The Infinity pool offers great picture opportunities with the Pacific Ocean and Palm trees in the background. We were fortunate enough to see Humpback Whales from the back Balcony heading down to Argentina and monkey's from the front of the house playing in the trees. We stayed for one week and loved every peaceful minute. Thank you Ana, Freddy and Ms. Wendy for a vacation that we will remember for years to come. ##### Terry G. 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