Title: Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access Family fun on the beach, with water park, near Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course ## Photo gallery for Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access ![On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels - Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access (Playa Avellanas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19010000/19008000/19007937/1af0ba3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access (Playa Avellanas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19010000/19008000/19007937/ea199589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access (Playa Avellanas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19010000/19008000/19007937/1b6e5b72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access (Playa Avellanas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19010000/19008000/19007937/5aa11a53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access (Playa Avellanas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19010000/19008000/19007937/c074e055.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a water park, and a firepit at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling, boating, and kayaking at this vacation home. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Gym ## 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. ### Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access \*Just click ‘Book Now’ \* Special Weekly and Monthly Rates This charming 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom house is located on a serene 1/2 acre, privately gated, property in the heart of beautiful Playa Avellanas. Each bedroom has its own California King sized bed, with 1500 count Egyptian cotton sheets, as well as Flatscreen TV with Netflix and streaming, ice cold AC, ceiling fans, strong WiFi, and with lots of lovely local antiques and art work throughout There is a fully equipped kitchen, along with a giant teak dining table, and 5 extra large incredibly comfortable hammocks to choose from. The house has a giant family room, also used as an extra living room, dining area, and third super comfy bedroom, for those large family gatherings. This is the perfect place for relaxation. The entire property is very safe, quiet, peaceful & secure. Enjoy gorgeous beach walks and breath taking sunsets, incredible swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, fishing, golf, wildlife and bird watching and so much more. Your reservation includes paid exclusive beach access through neighboring Cabinas Las Olas, and their world famous mangrove boardwalk. Weekly maid service and gardener is included with your stay as well. It is only a short walk to the beach out front, as well as lots of local restaurants, bars, groceries and shops. Rental cars are not necessary. Enjoy a large variety of local tours. Transfers from Liberia airport (LIR), and taxis can all be easily arranged for you. There are two other rental houses on this property as well, all private and separate, and sharing the same gate. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby - Ski lift privileges - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car not required - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### 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. - 20 accessible parking spaces - Gravel flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking Inside Please ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - Next to a golf course - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Boat - Farming classes - Foosball table - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Ski lift privileges - Snow sports gear - Table tennis - Tennis - Water park - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating 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 - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - 100% renewable energy - Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycles - Biodegradable coffee stirrers available - Biodegradable drinking straws available - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Electric car charging station - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Farming classes - Garden - Geothermal energy - Grey water recycling system - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Living plant wall - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Property located in a resort - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Solar energy - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 2,100 square feet - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water dispenser usage encouraged - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets - Wind energy ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24260000/24257200/24257187/7e78d9cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### OUTSTANDING LUXURIOUS TROPICAL VILLA - CASA SUENO, BEACH ACROSS STREET Tamarindo - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 129 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=24257187&PinnedHotelID=24257187&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34470000/34464000/34463924/17460702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surfers, Families, Nature Lovers Villa with Fiber Optic in Avellanas 🌴🌞🌊 playa avellanas - 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Smoking is permitted outside only No outside guests ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No outside guests please ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No Smoking Inside Please ## 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 Note from host: no outside guests please Long-term renters welcome This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Charm House Playa Avellanas Charm Charm Playa Avellanas Charm Playa Avellanas Charm House Playa Avellanas Private vacation home Playa Avellanas Charm House Playa Avellanas Charm House Playa Avellanas Avellanas House Tamarindo Private vacation home Playa Avellanas Charm House Playa Avellanas Charm House Charm House Charm Playa Avellanas Beach House Playa Avellanas Beach House Private vacation home Playa Avellanas Beach House Playa Avellanas Playa Avellanas Charm House Avellanas House Avellanas Playa Avellanas Beach House Tamarindo Playa Avellanas Beach House Private vacation home Playa Avellanas Beach House Private vacation home Tamarindo ## 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%7C10.23340%2C-85.83250&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MQgTmAwmTIDlTnzkgmiHbjq_8oA=) Playa Avellanas, Guanacaste #### What's nearby - Avellanas Beach \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course \- 17 min drive \- 6.4 km - Playa Langosta \- 21 min drive \- 8.1 km - Casino Diria \- 26 min drive \- 10.5 km - Tamarindo Beach \- 39 min drive \- 18.2 km #### Getting around - Tamarindo (TNO) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬29 min drive - ‪Pandeli - ‬27 min drive - ‪Masa Madre - ‬25 min drive - ‪Baulas Snack Bar - ‬29 min drive - ‪Fish & Cheeses - ‬28 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access? ### What time is check-out at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access? ### Where is Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access 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 239 8 - Good 17 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 10 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dwaine E. Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### awesome location awesome host Great spot, pictures do not do it justice, Ben was so easy to work with, 5 minute walk to the beach. ##### Dwaine E. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie A. Apr 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved this place! This property was fantastic and we absolutely loved our stay here! It was only a 10 minute walk or so to the beach which was stunning. It was homey, clean, secure, filled with wildlife, and let me just say I think I may have taken the best naps of my life on those hammocks. Ben was a fantastic host and even provided private surfing lessons for our kiddos which they absolutely adored. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! ##### Julie A. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike S. Oct 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beach getaway! Me and a small group stayed at both places on Ben's property. The accommodations were nice for what I have experienced in Costa Rica. The property was a short walk to the beach and Ben's was a very responsive host! ##### Mike S. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Powder hound Jan 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay at PLAYA AVELLANAS BEACH HOUSE My family and I had an amazing stay at Playa Avellanas Beach House. Ben is the best!! So thoughtful and truly cares about his guests. We were lucky enough to have him give our three kids surf lessons (all got up on a wave)!! The house is an easy walk to the beach and Ben gets his guests access to the famous board walk through the mangroves. The house is also very close to a number of restaurants and shops yet does not feel touristy at all. My family and I highly recommend staying with Ben and enjoying all the beauty Playa Avellanas has to offer. ##### Powder hound Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda B. Apr 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Location Lovely House The hammocks were so relaxing with all the nature sounds and birds singing. There were even howler monkeys and scarlett macaws in the yard. The walk to the beach was absolutely gorgeous and the beach was even more stunning. This was all around such a great stay. Can’t say enough nice things. ##### Amanda B. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike S. Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I loved it This place was great. Though Avellanas Beach was a short walk from the property, it felt secluded and remote. I could hear howler monkeys in the trees, which was cool. The house was gated and felt safe and had all the amenities we needed for our stay. I would gladly visit again. ##### Mike S. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael G. Jun 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Costa Rican Getaway Stayed here with a group of 5\. There was plenty of room for us in the house, it didn't feel cramped. The property was nice and secure and the hammocks were great to lounge in. We all felt like the walk to the beach was fine and would consider it the definition of walking distance. Would highly recommend this place for a group looking for an authentic Tico experience. ##### Michael G. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia C. Mar 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### family adventure This VRBO was an excellent fit for out family: me, my spouse, and our two young adult children. We were together and yet had plenty of privacy- 3 bathrooms (fantastic showers) and 3 large comfortable beds! Ben is a wonderful host, providing great advice and recommendations, easy to contact at any time. We rented a car for our trip but rarely used it while in Avellanas, preferring to walk rather than ride around on rough roads. There is quite a variety of dining options that are 5-10 min walk. We cooked a few meals at the house as well. The stove works well. Beach access down the road and through Cabinas de Las Olas was a nice walk, especially when rewarded by magnificent surf and gorgeous sunsets. ##### Julia C. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kent Jan 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We loved our stay here and were bummed to leave and to say goodbye to our host, Ben! This was a fantastic spot for our family of six, with three bedrooms, each featuring a king-size bed and its own bathroom. The local beach and the walk to it were amazing—we saw so much wildlife! Our host was incredibly helpful, providing excellent recommendations for restaurants and local activities. One highlight of our trip and a recommendation from our host was visiting a nearby turtle hatchery, where our kids got to release a baby turtle into the ocean. Ben even shared some freshly plantains for the property, which was a cool experience for our kids. Thanks again! ##### Kent Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Joe E. Dec 15, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ben is the best Ben is the best host. He is super easy to contact, he replies in less than a hour usually, and if there’s anything you need he’s the guy to ask. His recommendations were wonderful. We loved the restaurants nearby, and Playa Avellanas is incredible. Thanks so much for everything Ben. Pura Vida! ##### Joe E. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth W. Dec 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Live Like a Local Ben and his staff went out of their way to initiate and maintain communication with us as soon as we arrived in Costa Rica. We loved spending time outside on the hammocks and deck, and the proximity to the beach and restaurants was appropriate walking distance for our family which included small children. We had some hiccups with hot water and outlets due to a lightening storm but Ben and his crew were very responsive and got the issues resolved promptly. The property felt safe and we were happy to experience life in a Costa Rican style home. I would recommend the property to anyone with similar expectations. We would stay there again! Thanks Ben! ##### Elizabeth W. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Plonka J. Feb 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beach cottage We spend two weeks in this great cottage and had a wonderful time. Exactly like described: three bedrooms, three baths, a kitchen, air conditioning, spacious with a rustic charm. Beautiful art pieces hang from the walls and ceilings. Great for families, surrounded by trees and animals. Very close to the beach so that we would walk every morning to enjoy the waves. It’s impossible not to fall in love with this beach. The sunset is magical and my favourite time of the day for a stroll along the water. Last but most certainly not least our host Ben is truly a wonderful human being who did everything to make our stay great. Even pave the street because of the dust! We made extraordinary memories here while unwinding and touching base with ourselves and our family as a whole. We really appreciate you Ben, thanks for teaching the girls how to surf and for sharing your piece of paradise. ##### Plonka J. Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Julie S. Feb 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Authentic Costa Rica experience If your looking for an authentic experience Ben’s beach house is the place for you. 1st Ben is a great communicator who was readily available pre-trip for any questions and recommendations we had as 1st time visitors. The beach house is ideally located within Avellanas beach town which is an up and coming location. The gated house while rustic is comfortable and we found we were able to relax while watching the Howler monkeys who regularly come through the property and ate as a troup from the mango trees. Amazing experience. Ben regularly checked in on us a group of ladies to ensure we were safe, and had all that we needed. Costa Rican roads are notorious for pot holes, crazy drivers and takes much more time to get to your destination, so keep that in mind if your a 1st time traveller to the country. In saying that a car is highly recommended to see further and to pick up supplies if self-catering. We had decided to eat breakfast on location and dine out each evening for dinner and the number of restaurants and quality of food did not disappoint. A few recommendations I made to Ben upon request for feedback are more chairs on location and beach chairs and umbrellas to make the beach day more comfortable. It would also be helpful as many VRBO locations have a binder with local activities & restaurants for when your not available to recommend. Thank you Ben for being our host and for all your recommendations for our stay. Pura VidaJulie, Jill and Yvonne ##### Julie S. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy O., United States Jan 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and best beach! We enjoyed our stay. Ben offered recommendations and even directions to help us navigate. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants. Lola's was the best! ##### Cindy O. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller May 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place with a great vibe We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Ben was a great host, super friendly! All the rooms have cold AC which is important on those hot days at the beach. All in all a great stay, would recommend 10/10! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard K. Mar 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great stay We had a great trip. The host/owner was on site and immediately responded to any concerns we had. We were there a month, so we became friends. We had several dinners together, and shared rides into tamarindo for groceries, produce, etc. he was great with our boys and their girlfriends, helping them with surf boards and advice. The listing, however,, was not accurate……there was no downhill or cross country skiing. ##### Richard K. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria S. Apr 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Playa Avellanas Ben was a great and thoughtful host. ##### Maria S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri H. Nov 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot! The house was perfect for our little surf adventure! Once we figured out that the boardwalk to the beach was through the Cabinas Las Olas across the street...the location is perfect! Thanks for being so accommodating to a later check-out! ##### Terri H. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan L. Jan 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pura vida Ben is awesome! Great communicator & super resourceful. The check in process was easy. We felt safe & loved the location. East access to the beach & great restaurant options without driving! Everyone was so nice & helpful. Playa Avellanas is our favorite beach! ##### Megan L. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessy S. Jan 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay Ben could not have been more helpful or attentive, even providing additional details and tips prior to our arrival. He was there to greet us, but his presence was overshadowed by the group of howler monkeys on the property - what a thrill! The house was spacious enough for the 4 of us, the stunning beach was a short walk away, and the local fare was delicious and affordable. The area was quiet enough that we were able to relax in the hammocks. All in all, a fantastic way to end our Costa Rica trip! ##### Jessy S. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander H. Jan 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Spacious, Comfortable, & Walk to Beach! Ben is an excellent host. He stayed in touch with me the whole time we stayed there to make sure everything was great. His property is amazing. Very comfortable, spacious and waking distance to Lola's and all the surf spots for us. Also 10 mins drive to Playa Negra. Big beds, AC in all rooms, Netflix, hot water and even had Apple TV. Lots of hammocks outside to relax. I highly recommend this place. Pura Vida to the max! ##### Alexander H. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela U., Louisville KY US Jan 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Costa Rican experience! Loved this place!! Clean, spacious home with everything we needed. Ben was very kind, attentive and made sure we got there okay. He was close if we needed him but we had our privacy and didn’t see him. We went to sleep and woke up to the birds and had howler monkeys literally right outside our door! Playa Avellanas was one of the prettiest beaches and we had a great time at Lola’s!! Lots of things to do in walking distance! Loved it here and can’t recommend this place enough!! Ben was just wonderful! ##### Angela U. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Sara L. Feb 29, 2024 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Not what expected Aunts in every bathroom. Very heavy doors including main gate Combination Two adults needed to slide gate. Beach not what you call walking distance. Water pressure was so low could barely wash or brush teeth much less shower. The place was so depressing, we left after two nights. We are requesting some refund. ##### Sara L. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan K S., Canada May 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Avellanas Surf, We stayed with our adult children , 7 people all together. The house looks even better than the pictures, it was very clean and obvious pride taken in the preparations. The 3 California King beds were great, the AC a luxury and 3 bathrooms with showers! I booked this home based on good reviews about Ben himself and he didn't disappoint - he went above and beyond, he helped the surfers in our group, with boards, suggestions and lessons/coaching. He also was full of great info on the area, where to eat get groceries, tours and transport. He lives the Pura Vida life. The walk to the beach is about 10 minutes, we got to see howler monkeys and all sorts of birds , geckos lizards on the way. The boardwalk through the mangroves was the best. The price for accommodation is very reasonable based on location, Avellanas beach is gorgeous and not over crowded. Lolas and Las Olas were daily visits for food. We all hope to visit again. ##### Susan K S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon K. Dec 12, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### A wonderful beach paradise! We loved Playa Avellanas! It was a beautiful beach with a cool walk through the Mangroves. It’s a great beach for surfing and sunsets. It was by far our favorite of all the beaches we visited! We were a bit disappointed with the kitchen, only because we chose to cook in many meals and found that the kitchen was ill equipped to accommodate us. We were, however, very pleased with Ben and his willingness to answer any of our questions, and take care of any problems that may have arisen. His staff was amazing and took care of all of our needs! Ben was in constant contact with us, making sure that we were comfortable, and we appreciate his hospitality and graciousness. We had heard the howler monkeys howling all throughout the week, but never saw them. On our last day, as were getting ready to go, we were very fortunate to see 15 of them in the trees on the property… What a treat! ##### Sharon K. 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