Title: Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499300/33499240/36a666dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499300/33499240/4b826420.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499300/33499240/c6189391.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499300/33499240/707cf073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33499300/33499240/716a8c1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Villa Esperanza, a 6,000 sq ft beachfront luxury home with infinity edge pool and gourmet kitchen. Unwind in the large shaded terraces overlooking the Pacific Ocean while listening to howler monkeys or relax on sun-kissed terraces by the pool. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 126000 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. ### Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise The front entrance to Villa Esperanza boasts a drop dead view of the infinity edge pool connecting you to the crystal Pacific Ocean. With over 6,000 square feet of living space, 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, this home provides beachfront luxury and comfortably accommodates 12 people. The circular dining room boasts 30' ceilings, gourmet kitchen, 2 family & TV areas (with Satellite) 2 outdoor dining areas, wireless internet and games area with ping pong. For foodies, you will love the gourmet kitchen with unique granite counters, island with cook top & bar sink, including water filter, wall oven, microwave, french door refrigerator, dishwasher, large pantry and BBQ / grill. The local farmers markets and fishermen provide fresh and tasteful products including local fruits & vegetables, fresh lobster, tuna, mahimahi, shrimp - the list goes on. For those of you that want to relax and be pampered just let us know and a \*private chef will be available to serve you and yours guests. Facing the beach and incredible views are 4 master style bedrooms with king beds, pillow top mattresses, crisp linens and sliding doors onto the terraces. The 5th bedroom has 2 sets of bunks - each with queen beds facing east to Howler Ridge. All bedrooms equipped with AC. Large shaded terraces skirt the waterfront side of the villa where you can enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the howler monkeys, watching the whales breach and the local fishermen heading off to their secret fishing spots. For the sun lovers and sleep iguanas, lovely terraces surround the infinity pool. This Spanish colonial villa provides old world charm with new world luxury and conveniences. Featuring a stunning lava rock turret and circular, floating staircase highlighting slabs of exotic guanacaste wood and stunning ironwork railings throughout the property. \*Private chef, daily maid service, drivers and tours available with advance notice and at additional costs. Esperanza: Spanish interpretation 'anticipation - hope' ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 private 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 - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Non- smoking home, please respect. ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Boat - Golf - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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; 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Tamarindo - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=119531483&PinnedHotelID=119531483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 30 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules As the homeowner we advise purchasing trip cancellation protection, which covers cancellation due covid, illness, job loss & loss of employment. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Non- smoking home, please respect. ## 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, 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Villa Esperanza Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise Villa Esperanza Luxury Beachfront Villa i Tropical Paradise Villa Esperanza Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise ## About the area Located in Veintisiete de Abril, this vacation home is on the beach. Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Black Stallion Eco Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tamarindo Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Playa Negra travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Negra.dx6225781) [View more Vacation homes in Playa Negra](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Negra-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6225781-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%7C10.19453%2C-85.83012&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=c2jctGhcbzRWciUGoqKA3yOYssQ=) Playa Negras, Guanacaste ### What's nearby - Playa Negra - 1 min drive - 0.7 km - Avellanas Beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 km - Junquillal Beach - 10 min drive - 4.9 km - Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 23 min drive - 11.1 km - Tamarindo Beach - 42 min drive - 23.7 km ### Getting around - Tamarindo (TNO) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Lochito's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club - ‬22 min drive - ‪Pimento - ‬22 min drive - ‪Azul Pool Bar & Grill - ‬22 min drive - ‪Mycelium - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise located? > Nestled on the beach, this Veintisiete de Abril vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa Negra, Playa Pargos, and Callejones Beach. Blanca Beach and Playa Lagartillo 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 ## Villa Esperanza - Luxury Beachfront Villa In Tropical Paradise 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 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 28 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle H. Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Agree with most of the previous reviews but would like to add a couple things we did. We had a family of ten 6 adults, 4 teenage kids. Working with Mary Diekers, the rental property manager, we employed a ten person van and driver to pick us up at the airport. Turns out he was also an excellent daily tour guide, setting up and driving us to zip line, ATV, horse back riding, and river cruise activities. His name is Jeffery Guevara, very friendly, speaks fluent English, and was knowledgable on everything Costa Rican. We also selected to have evening chefs cook dinner for us on three occasions. This was especially helpful after returning from a busy day of activities. Highly recommend Chefs Garrett Hurley and his wife. Their food preparation was incredible, much better than any restaurant. We also rented an SUV at the airport as kind of a back up. As stated by others the property is realatively isolated with bummpy dirt roads in and out. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1158f004-1724-4adf-8daa-5b23b85fc048-1752700885134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michelle H. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best family trip in a long time Great communication with Mary the property manager and the owner! We rented this house 10 years ago and always wanted to return. This was our second trip and it did not let us down location location location absolutely Beautiful!! ##### John W. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joe P. Feb 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We had a great time. The house was just as advertised. ##### Joe P. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason S. Mar 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place Great location, extraordinary property, very nice host, incredibly accommodating! And Playa Negra is the best. Very close walk to main surf breaks and Hotel Playa Negra for food and drink. ##### Jason S. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie S. Aug 9, 2018 #### Gorgeous home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Costa Rica is our happy place, and Villa Esperanza increased our happiness! It is a beautiful luxury home that was extremely comfortable. Lenora and Mary were so accommodating with whatever we needed and our vacation was perfect. From our chef, Garrett, to breakfast at Cafe Negra, to swimming in the pool and jumping waves-we will be back! ##### Debbie S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandy H. Feb 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday Trip The house was unbelievably beautiful! We all felt like we had walked into a postcard. Mary was so helpful and responded promptly when I had any questions. If you are looking for a quiet retreat to the beach that is convenient to Tamarindo, this is it. It was fun to sit on the balcony and watch the surfers while drinking coffee in the mornings. I have zero complaints about this property. We all would highly recommend it to anyone looking for paradise. ##### Brandy H. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah L. Apr 16, 2018 #### Amazing and luxurious home! Our family of 11 spent our spring break at this lovely home. It was the perfect set up for three couples and our children. LOVE the bunk room. We hosted our nephew's baby dedication and couldn't have asked for a better place! Mary was wonderful to set up the actives and made sure our trip was in order. Loved Michelle, the chef, who prepared fresh and delicious meals to accommodate various tastes and preferences. Loved Villa Esperanza and Costa Rica! Pura Vida! ##### Leah L. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kristen d. Jan 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing week We did a last minute trip to CR between Christmas and New Years. Lenora and the house managers were absolutely wonderful to deal with. They were incredibly helpful in setting up activities, and helped us set up amazing chefs. The house is beautiful, well furnished, and well stocked! All of the bedrooms are beautiful and extremely comfortable. The kids enjoyed being able to walk down the beach to a fantastic surf break. The beach in front of the house is amazing and quiet. Do not hesitate to book this gorgeous home! ##### kristen d. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie L. Jan 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection The house was amazing and we all had a really great time. We played hise and seek since it was so big. We were all comfortable and the decor was gorgeous. The kids loved the pool. The ocean swimming spot was about a 10 minute walk. The sunsets from the house took our breath away and the iguanas every morning on the rock wall were fun to see. Response to any question was fast and the two chefs (Ben and Arthur and Jen) were a must to have cook for you. Guti Tours, Mojo Surfing, Jet Skiing with Conchalfun.com and Ziplining are a must!! ##### Katie L. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 22, 2014 #### Heaven on Earth..... WOW! Where to start.....the sound of the waves rolling up on the beach as we relaxed by the pool or the infinity view of the sun sinking into the ocean, La Villa Esperanza has it all! From the time we first made an inquiry about spending our honeymoon in Costa Rica both Lenora and Mary made sure every detail was looked after from the time we booked until we flew back to Canada, and by far exceeded all of our expectations! A perfect location that allowed us to explore the local culture and take in activities during the day and relax in luxury as the sun set into the ocean in front of us every night! A honeymoon we will not soon forget.....Thank you! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annie S. May 4, 2013 #### What a beautiful home and town We really had a great time and were amazed by the house and the town. I couldn't believe the delicious food at the restaurants that are on the side of dirt roads. This was our first trip to Costa Rica but not our last. We are thinking about returning in November this year. The people in the town are very friendly and welcoming. We packed a lot of stuff but all you need is swimsuits for day and very casual clothes for dinner. Make sure to get up early and take the road that goes to Lola's and you will see monkeys playing in the trees. This is a very remote town and is perfect. Make sure you go to Kon Tiki the owners are very hospitable and the food is really good. We are use to all inclusive resorts ( you know dressing up for dinner) but this is the way to go. The house is amazing and the town is the best. Thank you for letting us stay in your home. We really enjoyed it. ##### Annie S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Feb 4, 2014 #### Heaven or really close From the moment we arrived we were impressed and it just kept getting better. The house is amazing and is furnished not as a rental but as I would for my own full time home. although the restaurants locally are incredible we did not want to leave the house. sitting on the ocean with views forever and non-stop wave action just below the pool and patio, we bbq'd, cooked and hung out in the many area's the home offers. With little light in the area the sky at night is a show stopper with more stars than I can remember seeing except for a 7 day boat trip off Australia. What can I say, we had a vacation to take to the 70's chair for reflection and will be sending many friends here in the future. We will no doubt be back next year for two weeks for more great memories. Cheers! Jake & Rocio ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori P., Fort Worth , Texas, USA Jul 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time at Villa Esperanza! We just returned from a 7 day stay at beautiful Villa Esperanza. The house is just as described and the photos are very accurate. Rooms are big and comfortable and it has everything you need to have a great time. It is in a gated community with a mix of house sizes and styles. It is located in a fairly remote area. You will be traveling on a lot of dirt roads! The beach in front of the house is very rocky, but there is a more sandy beach a short walk down or a 5 min drive to Lola's beach grill. Mary and her staff are extremely helpful with developing an itinerary, making reservations for tours, assisting with any issues you might have. We also had a private chef (Ben from PasCam Catering) come two nights, which I highly recommend. Despite the remote location, there are several fantastic restaurants close by. My only complaint about the house is there is a house being built next door and there is some construction noise associated with this. It's not terrible, but they start when the sun comes up at 6:00am and it's something to be aware of. They were not there every day or all day. This is, of course, temporary. ##### Lori P. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine W. Jul 10, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing vacation! We rented Villa Esperanza for almost 2 wks in June. It was a fantastic experience. The house is gorgeous & huge! The views are spectacular. The kitchen was well stocked. The property manager is very responsive and answered every question we had. Some highlights: 1) Mary offered to do initial grocery shopping for us & it was well worth the fee charged. We ordered wine, beer, food to cook for dinner the first night and breakfast the first morning and snacks & it was a godsend. Once you make the drive from the airport on those rough roads and see the amazing views, you don’t want to head immediately back out to get food. You want to put on your suits and jump in the pool & watch the surfers! 2) We did a triple tour with pura adventura (about 20 min drive) and it was fantastic. Best zip lining we’ve ever done with panoramic views of the canopy. We also did a fun ATV tour with them & horseback riding. Highly recommend. 3) as mentioned, the kitchen is truly gourmet & well stocked and for a rental, the knives are decent. We cooked almost every night, enjoying the ocean views as we prepped and cooked. The only drawback is that there is no hood on the stovetop and no place for the smoke/steam to go which makes cooking bacon and sausage in the morning a bit problematic. 3) the house is very spacious. We had 9 people & were very comfortable. There is a beautiful outdoor table that seats 12 and we ate there every night. I was disappointed that we couldnt eat dinner at that beautiful circular table in the photos. Unfortunately there is no light in the room, making it difficult to eat dinner since it gets dark at 6:00. 4) villa Deevena is a wonderful restaurant in playa Negra with a Michelin trained chef and his family. It’s open air in a beautiful setting, unpretentious, extremely pleasant staff and phenomenal food (get the octopus). We loved it so much that we asked Dean (the owner/chefs son) if his dad would do a cooking lesson for us and he did! We met at 9:30 in the morning & he had us prep the veggies and cook & amazing lunch of lobster, shrimp, scallop, grouper and octopus with a red curry vegetable sauce, roasted butternut squash with julienned veggies & mango cobbler for dessert and one drink! The entire experience was only $50! Chef Patrick rocks! Many more tips but I’m out of room! Beware that you are in a remote area & the nearest grocery store is 30 min away - but that’s part of the charm. Bring books! ##### Christine W. Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda H. Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A perfect beachfront escape - a rare find of beauty and peacefulness This house is absolutely breathtaking! Nestled in the charming small town of Playa Negra, it offered stunning ocean views and a gorgeous beach just a short walk beyond the pool. We loved that we could stroll straight from the house along the sand to the best swimming spot—no need for a car. From the moment we arrived, we knew we wouldn’t want to leave—and we hardly did!With everything we needed right at our fingertips, our rental car sat untouched. The house itself was beautifully designed, seamlessly blending comfort with the natural beauty around it. The bedrooms offered so much privacy that I often had to text everyone when it was time to gather for meals—it was that spacious! Every morning, we woke up to the soothing sound of waves and enjoyed delicious meals prepared by our hired chef, making the experience even more relaxing and luxurious. Some of my favorite moments were spent reading on the shaded deck, soaking in the peaceful surroundings. Given the warm Costa Rican climate—temperatures were consistently in the low 90s—the air conditioning was a welcome necessity.The setting was pure magic—jaw-dropping beauty everywhere we looked, with peaceful, unspoiled beaches perfect for long walks and quiet moments of reflection. It was the ultimate place to unwind, recharge, and fully embrace the serenity of the ocean. If you’re looking for a place that offers both relaxation and awe-inspiring scenery, this is it. We can’t wait to come back! ##### Linda H. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay Wow, what a fantastic stay at Villa Esperanza. The house is beyond beautiful and the location on the beach is amazing. Pictures do not do it justice. Mary, the house manager, is incredibly helpful. We loved having meals prepared by Chef Sebastian and a day trip to Palo Verde through the driver Mary suggested was also great. We had a fun time doing ATV through Conchal Fun. We had great breakfasts at Corazon and dinners at Villa Deveena, Cafe Playa Negra and Mycelium. But some of the best time was just hanging at the house, watching the surfers and walking on the beach. Thank you Lenora and Mary for a wonderful vacation. We can't wait to visit again! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff P. Oct 20, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful House Near Surf We stayed at Villa Esparanza for a week at the start of October. Typically this is a super rainy period of time but we lucked out with only an occasional moment of rain. The house is stunning and arguably the nicest house in the area of Playa Negra. It was a three minute walk to the solid surf spot and we found ourselves sitting in the pool waiting to time our sessions. The layout of the house provided tons of space and the house is so large we didn't even fully maximize areas. Three of the rooms are almost identical and have their own private bathrooms. The region of Playa Negra was perfect with numerous quality restaurants and a good launching point for other regions in the guanacaste area. Only drawback for our stay was the building of the house next door and the construction noise you get if you stay on the west side of the house. They are building fast and imagine won't be much of an issue after the end of this year. ##### Jeff P. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael W. Jul 10, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A VERY nice place to stay Everything was just as described in the listing And Lenora and Mary went out of their way to make sure we had a good time during our stay. I would definitely recommend this property to friends and family and hope we get the opportunity to go again. ##### Michael W. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim V., Nantucket, MA, USA Mar 5, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great visit Awesome property ... every bit as good as it looks in the photos! Agent and owner both super responsive and helpful. We will be back ! ##### Tim V. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane C. Feb 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home We had a lovely stay in January at this home. It was very comfortable and the view are incredible!! We had dinner chef Garret prepare dinner 2 nights and Jen dropped by food another night. Both were delish! Mary, the property manager was very, very helpful arranging excursions and food. —Horseback riding with Andres & his father Jesus of Guti tours was the best thing we have ever done on a vacay! We love every minute of our time there. ##### Diane C. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry B., St. Louis MO Jan 30, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, great location Go to Playa Negra, stay at Villa Esperanza. Stunning beaches with plenty of stretches of soft sand interspersed with outcrops of ancient black, volcanic rock. And a villa, the word house doesn’t do it justice 10 yards from the beach. 3 true master suites, a well stocked kitchen, verandas, indoor and outdoor eating and gathering areas, and very well maintained. We loved this place, and we get around. My wife and I are often asked if we’d go back to a place. Our stock answer is no....there’s too many places to explore in the world. We’ll make an exception for this place. ##### Larry B. Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason R. Apr 2, 2019 #### Amazing! Would love to come back! This house was a dream. Beautiful home with tons of room for multiple families, great pool, a ping pong table and perfectly located for nightly sunset watching. Close walk to surfing and boogie boarding with a great little hotel restaurant after the waves. Mary was always available to answer questions and provide recommendations. We had a Chef Garrett come in on our last night and cook the most amazing Costa Rican food. Fabulous vacation!!! ##### Jason R. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles M. Aug 3, 2018 #### Big house, great location, and functional layout. Had a great time ##### Charles M. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie D. Jan 31, 2017 #### Incredible retreat in perfect surroundings. If you are looking to Costa Rica, look no further! This Villa is perfection. Spanish architecture with old world flair, gorgeous and well appointed immaculate suites which exude warmth, class and charm. We loved the rocking chairs at sunset, the enormous round table for dinner, walks on the beach, frosty drinks by the pool...... and gazing out to the surf and wild horses from the infinity pool. Mary who is the Property Manager is simply incredible, she organized every pick up from the airport to all of our excursions. From spa day's at Spa de Eros, to snorkeling and sunset sails, dinner reservations at Daveena's (a must do) to day trips. She arranged for Chef Pascal & Camille to cook us incredible meals, morning and night. We've stayed in some of the best resorts and hotels in the world and her attention to detail was beyond the best of the best. This is a first class vacation in a phenomenal setting and I can not thank the owners enough for making our experience one that we shall never forget. It was beyond perfection Xxx ##### Laurie D. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent May 6, 2016 #### One Word: PHENOMENAL Absolutely astonishing property, location, interior and exterior. It was the getaway of a life time and I really hope to be back. The hosts have the house set up with everything you could want or need and more. Immaculate daily cleaning and service. Locals are so nice! The sunset's are absolutely breathtaking. The POOL! So so beautiful. We stayed in March, and I'm late giving this review but 5 stars isn't enough. 12/10. The pictures shown are incredible, for sure, but still don't do the place justice. You really need to see it and experience Villa Esperanza for all its true beauty. Close enough to Tamarindo to go into town, have dinner, and come back - but also far enough to have peace, quiet and privacy. Amazing food nearby = walking distance. Definitely recommend walking the beach to the hotel restaurant (for breakfast, lunch and dinner!). Amazing Smoothies and breakfast just up the road at a place called Jalapenos, you can walk the beach and go up through the hotel road. Getting to watch the surfers all day long, right from the pool deck was so, so cool! (if you're into photography you will love this part!) Also go check out Lola's Restaurant at Playa Avellanas. AMAZING food, staff there is awesome too! This beach is where I tried surfing :) The photos don't show the totally private beach you get, just footsteps below your pool deck! If you're a star gazer... oh man! 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