Title: Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! - 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 # Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! ## Photo gallery for Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels - Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! (Puerto Carrillo, Hojancha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49210000/49208300/49208278/4a8c5efd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets - Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! 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(Puerto Carrillo, Hojancha)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49210000/49208300/49208278/4b8b0978.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 84532 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer ## 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. ### Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! This stunning Mexican-style villa is located 230 mts above sea level, providing you with a refreshing breeze, a breathtaking 180° view of the ocean and mountains, stunning sunsets, surrounded by nothing more than nature, trees, monkeys and peace. The perfect jungle paradise to relax and charge batteries away from everything, but yet just 1.5 Km away from Playa Carrillo, one of the most beautiful white sand beaches of Costa Rica. By car this would mean 3 min to Playa Carrillo and about 10 min to Playa Samara. Both towns have everything you need for grocery shopping and leisure as restaurants, bars and entertainment, tours, horseback riding, rental of snorkeling equipment, kayak, etc. Now also with 100MB fiber opric internet to be connected at all times. For your comfort, the villa has 3 air conditioned bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms + an external shower. Master suit with king size bed and direct access to the terrace and pool area and a private bathroom also with access to the terrace and pool area. 2 large secondary bedrooms, one equipped with a king size bed and the other with three single beds. A extra-large baby-crib is also available if needed. Both share the second bathroom also with access to the terrace and pool area. The villa is also equipped with a private 80m2 pool where you can enjoy family and friends time. One of the unique spaces of this property is the “mirador”, a second floor lookout where you can enjoy a nice meal, reading a book, watch an ocean sunset, birds or just relax. A large covered terrace features different dining areas to have a meal, relax or watch any pool activity. The villa is equipped with a large indoor dining area, a large living room, a separate games room and 58' smart television in the living room. Fully equipped kitchen, laundry area with washer and drier (if required). The villa connects to a small house for service staff, that clean up the house, make the bedrooms, change linens once a week, and clean the kitchen and dishes and maintain the surrounding gardens. Security is also provided. Carrillo Town: small fishing village with a natural harbor. Nice restaurants for every taste and shopping opportunities for all basic food, fresh-caught fish and lobster according to the season. Samara Town: Small town with several shopping venues, restaurants and various entertainment options. Recommendation: We recommend due to many gravel roads (if you want to drive around and go to nearby beaches) to rent a 4x4 wheel drive vehicle. This also gives you the opportunity to explore the next beaches and the country. Nevertheless, a sedan will also be sufficient, as the reads are in quite good shape. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Limited housekeeping ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 4,532 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8750000/8741400/8741357/7b280b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crocs Resort & Casino Jacó - 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Breathtaking ocean view Villa surrounded by peace nature! ## About the area Located in Puerto Carrillo, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jungle Butterfly Farm and Safari Surf School. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Puerto Carrillo travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Carrillo.dx2996) [View more Vacation homes in Puerto Carrillo](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Carrillo-Private-Vacation-Homes.d2996-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.88218%2C-85.48186&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9ZYKL57vKfh_hmfpOX2vvA1mfpo=) Puerto Carrillo, Hojancha, Guanacaste ### What's nearby - ![Couple walking towards sea, rear view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071367/fb979a97-6292-4dbe-b718-973024580e4f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Carrillo Beach 6 min drive \- 2.5 km - ![A view of the beach in samara, costa rica ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6071369/995722ac-1f6f-44c7-bca5-9e452a8bc0cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Samara Beach 10 min drive \- 4.3 km - ![Sea Horses #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2585/ddc185dc-48fa-4ce0-9a16-5c0e9bcce788.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Guiones Beach 45 min drive \- 28.5 km - ![Menschenleere Strand, Playa Pelada, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633900392117/719cac76-e67d-448a-95a5-19ada0662ea4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Playa Pelada 52 min drive \- 33.0 km - Playa Barco Quebrado 33 min drive \- 17.7 km ### Getting around - Nosara (NOB) 70 min drive ### Restaurants - Sheriff Rustic 13 min drive - 2 Gringos Artisan Brewing 12 min drive - Gusto Beach Club - Samara 12 min drive - Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía 11 min drive - Pool Bar del Hotel Leyenda 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! have a pool? ### Is Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature!? ### What time is check-out at Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature!? ### Where is Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Breathtaking ocean view Villa, surrounded by peace and nature! 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 31 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey F. Jul 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property location and view This is our second stay at this property and we still love it. The view is amazing, we felt safe, and so convenient to the beach and Samara. We loved having a pool and the onsite caretakers. Will stay here again! ##### Tracey F. Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian J. Dec 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Costa Rican Paradise The pictures don't do this place justice. It is beyond gorgeous. My wife and I were extremely happy here. The view is to die for, the house is massive and the beds are comfortable. Thank you so much for having us! ##### Brian J. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana v. Mar 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An oasis This is our second time coming to the villa and we still like it very much. Outstanding views and a perfect location to a stunning beach below. It was my husband, myself and my mother-in-law who stayed in March. Hopefully, I can come back again next year. ##### Diana v. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### D Dianne M. Mar 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Villa with wonderful views of Samara and Carrillo beaches The property had everything we needed- nice pool which was kept clean, 3 bedrooms with AC , kitchen, living area. Lots of towels and good poolside lounges. There were beach chairs to take with you to the beaches. The location was just a few minutes drive to Carrillo beach. The housekeeping folks were wonderful. The bathrooms were very functional but a bit dated. You should have a 4 wheel drive since the road up is a bit steep but we find a 4 wheel drive the best option in any case for Costa Rica if you plan to explore the area. ##### D Dianne M. Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey F. Aug 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for families We had a wonderful stay in Puerto Carillo! This property has a wonderful view and we definitely appreciated the air conditioning in the bedrooms. We stayed for a month and could have stayed longer. The onsite caretakers made all the difference in our stay - kept the pool clean daily (no small feat with all of the trees and it required cleaning often) and kept the house tidy. My kids loved the howler monkeys and being able to run around. ##### Tracey F. Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan M. Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Costa Rican stay We loved our time in Costa Rica. This home is so fun. The pool was our favorite. Plenty of room to spread out. We enjoyed the air conditioning in the bedrooms. The caretakers were so nice but if you don't know Spanish, it would be harder to communicate with them. The wifi isn't as reliable but great if you are closer to the living room. We did not find the beds very comfortable and we were not ready for the inspects around the home and sometimes inside but that's what you get in the tropical forest. The beach is close but you definitely need a car. ##### Susan M. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### adam w. Jan 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning setting The spot is breathtaking as one can see in the photos. You are surrounded by jungle on all sides but just below the house as the building sits up on a ridge. We were hoping to have some monkeys come by but because you are up quite a ways up on the mountain they tend to stay lower but you can still hear them. Our caretaker, Sol, was fantastic. She with her husband live in a small apartment on property but you rarely see them unless you need them. Sol was nice enough to get us some fresh fish from a fisherman which we cooked up on the grill and they were delicious! She does not speak english but my son is fluent in Spanish so that really helped. The house is big and spacious. The bathrooms and kitchen are a bit dated which is to be expected as I think it may have been one of the earlier properties to be built way up there. However that is a minimal issue with such a great, private spot. The beach is a short 5 minute drive with easy parking and the larger town of Samara is about 15 minutes. The town of Carrillo is quaint with a few restaurants and small markets. Pure Vida! ##### adam w. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Letizia M. Aug 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful house, garden, swimming pool and view ##### Letizia M. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason C. Apr 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great pool with fantastic view Large house with great air conditioning in bedrooms. The pool was fantastic and the view was breathtaking. Juan Carlos and Jaqueline were welcoming and great. It’s Costa Rica so there’s the usual bugs but the geckos were helpful. 😊 ##### Jason C. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Donna M. Jan 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous views Views are gorgeous. Road was under construction however so had 15 minutes wait every time we left the property or returned. Required an SUV on road to house. House is tired looking as compared to the pictures on VRBO. On site manager did not speak any English so we struggled to even find WiFi connection. Once we got settled in all was fine. ##### Donna M. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana v., Calgary, Canada Mar 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Views This property had 180 degree views with its own private garden and pool. The house itself is beautiful with an interior design that compliments the surroundings and an artistic appeal. The outdoor living space is wonderful and we had all our meals outside. I absolutely loved this place and I will return. (Note: the only negative is the hardness of the mattress and the pillows. They need to be replaced.) ##### Diana v. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki S. Jul 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for a family get-together We were 6 people in 3 generations and this was the perfect home base. The house is extremely well laid out for a group. The raised deck is the perfect spot for morning coffee overlooking the twin bays of Carrillo and Samara. The house is solidly built so early risers like myself can slip out without waking others. The pool and trampoline kept the kids busy when they weren't hunting for geckos and bugs both beautiful and creepy. An added bonus were Benicio and his wife who kept the property, the pool and even our bedrooms and kitchen ship shape. It was resort level service and unexpected. A really lovely place to base you exploration of the Nicoya peninsula. ##### Vicki S. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breathtaking View Wonderful location with outstanding views of Carrillo and Samara Bays with lush flowering vegetation surrounding the house. Great warm pool with lots of shady spots or full sun all day long. The raised covered porch was exposed to a little more breeze during the heat of the day. The caretakers Vinicio and Hannia were sweet and tried hard to help in any way. Although their English and our Spanish was very limited we managed to make it work. Their two small dogs and one medium dog were friendly and fun but not bothersome. The house is older and the kitchen is somewhat "tired", but has everything you might need. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael P., St. Cloud, Minnesota Mar 15, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and amazing view We enjoyed the spaciousness of the house, the comfortable beds, and the well-tended grounds that attracted birds and butterflies. The bedroom air conditioning, used at night, was reliable and powerful. We appreciated having the friendly staff promptly take care of the kitchen cleanup. While the refrigerator (with a great ice maker!), stove, blender, microwave and coffee maker were reliable and good quality, a new washing machine is definitely needed. Drying clothes on the line outdoors was not a problem. Finally, we will never forget the beautiful sunsets and the tremendous views from the house overlook. Thank you for a great experience! ##### Michael P. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Donald S., Canada May 15, 2023 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Disappointing The property is very old and needs a lot of repairs. The views were fabulous and we enjoyed the pool, but it needs repair also. The young caretaker does his best but everything needs upgrading. Pillows are dreadful. The worst thing is the road which is a continual dust storm. If you have lung issues avoid this rental. ##### Donald S. Stayed 33 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian M. Jun 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Experience in Beautiful Puerto Carrillo I am from the US and my wife is originally from San Jose so this was a great house and location to re-unite with the family. My nephew, his wife and the boys really enjoyed the pool and my wife was very happy to spend time with the family. It was my brother and sister-in-law's first trip to Costa Rica, and they had a great time in the Villa, at the beach and exploring the Puerto Carrillo area. Vinicio and Hannia were wonderful hosts, and the 3 friendly dogs were a hit with the kids! As the issues with the dated kitchen and bathroom fixtures, insects and nighttime sounds of the local animals have been covered in other reviews, I will not go into detail here. You are in the middle of the Jungle and are surrounded by wildlife, the geckos, frogs, birds and monkeys are all part of the experience and the charm. This house seemed to be purpose built for family vacations and the spectacular views of Puerto Carrillo and Samara were an added bonus that we all enjoyed. We all agreed that we would like to come back next year and spend more time in this beautiful Villa! ##### Brian M. Stayed 16 nights in May 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Karen T. Mar 9, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy #### Renters beware This property doesn't meet expectations. It's 2 stars at best. VRBO is not using the fee it takes to audit the properties it lists effectively. This property is insect infested, under a constant dust cloud from the dirt road which it sits next to. The flush toilets can't accommodate soiled toilet paper. The house keeping service is not as advertised. The only things this property has going for it are the sunset views, pool and grounds keeper. The young lad did what he could to make up for the short comings of the property. Won't be staying at this property again. ##### Karen T. Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sergio B. Dec 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I wish we could have stayed longer.... perfect for working vacations! This place is incredible, especially if you're a working adult! I've been to Costa Rica many, many times in the past, and this place was (by far) the best place I've stayed. For working remotely, Casa Aguila has fantastic internet. (We also gifted a Chromecast for future visitors - we were able to enjoy some evening premium TV over the fibre connection!) The location is remote, but with very convenient access to many beaches. If you can afford it, splurge on ATVs - it'll only add to the fun. Facing west, you'll see amazing sunsets... and located on a cliff edge... the views were INCREDIBLE. The indoor showers are spacious and have warm water! The kitchen features a new fridge with ice maker. We cooked almost every meal there - everything we needed in utensils were available. And finally, the pool is probably my favourite feature. It's about 40ft? We were able to swim laps, and dive. It's deep, well maintained and refreshing. Bring/buy your own floating devices if you feel like lounging in it though. Thank you so much to Juan Carlos and his partner for keeping the place in tip top condition and Marion for sharing this space and always being available to offer quick advice and assistance. I hope to be back soon! ##### Sergio B. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan C. Jun 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Week in Carrillo This property sits about 700 feet above sea level from Playa Carillo, giving it majestic views of both that and Samara beaches. We spent each morning with coffee on their raised deck and enjoyed the ambiance. The outdoor space here really steals the show with the huge pool, raised deck and of course the views. The home is exactly what you see in the pictures. We all slept well at night and Marion was quick to assist when we had a minor issue with the bedding. It is an older house with a few quirks, but everything you need to operate worked. The onsite caretakers were incredible, and kept the grounds immaculate and the interior cleaned up every day. We didn't realize how great this would be until we came back to a perfectly clean kitchen. This was our second visit to the area and the location was a bit further than I expected, but within easy driving range of anything you could want. We found that it was about 10 minutes from the beach at Samara to Playa Carrillo, then another 3-4 minutes up a fairly steep hill to the property. Our trip was in rainy season, and we saw some heavy rains, but the roads are in good condition so we never had any issues. We ate dinner twice in Carrillo and the rest of the time in Samara, and prepared one meal at the house. There are plenty of dishes and utensils, and the grill seemed new. I think for the price this is a great home base for the area, and I would book it again. If you have any questions feel free to DM me. ##### Bryan C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie-Claude P. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Très beaux extérieurs, vue exceptionnelle. Intérieur un peu vieillot. Apprécié par toute la famille! ##### Marie-Claude P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eve S. Nov 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Un paradiso! Todo en ese lugar es perfecto. El punto de vista es increible. La casa es única, grande y había todo para cocinar. Vinicio y su esposa son amables y nos ayudan mucho. La piscina es bastante grande para nadar. Hay muchas flores y arboles . Es un verdadero paradiso! Eve Sylvestre ##### Eve S. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline D. Jan 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vue de rêve Nous avons beaucoup apprécié cette villa, la vue est magnifique! Nous avons adoré le fait qu'il y avait plusieurs endroits pour s'assoir si le groupe voulait être calme. L'intérieur est sombre, mais vu que nous étions toujours dehors, ce n'est pas grave. Benicio a bien répondu à nos questions. Nous avons aimé le fait qu'il y ait des chaises et jeux pour la plage. Les enfants ont particulièrement aimé les chiots de Benicio : ) ##### Caroline D. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth W. Dec 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise We just loved our visit at this wonderful property. The house was lovely and the view was so fantastic ! The pool was great and all the different places to sit gave you so many options. The owner was very good answering our questions ahead of time and the couple living there were very helpful. While the kitchen could use an update it didn’t detract from our enjoyment and we highly recommend this house. The view will be with us forever in our memories. Oh, the howler monkeys in the driveway area were unbelievable and one of the many highlights of our trip! ##### Beth W. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Greg B., Vernon, BC, Canada Dec 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### View property in Puerto Carrillo As the pics show. Very spectacular views from the property. Close to the best beach in the area. Pool very nice and large. Kitchen and bathrooms need upgrades. Solid house and good beds. 10 to 15 minutes from restaurants. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Greg B. Stayed 47 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michaela B. Sep 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Traumhafte Lage, geräumige Villa, cooler Pool Wir (eine vierköpfige Familie mit 2 Teenagern) haben unseren Aufenthalt über rund 10 Tage mehr als genossen! :-) Die Lage ist einfach traumhaft und einzigartig und hat eine überaus tolle Aussicht. Die Villa und auch der Außenbereich ist sehr groß, weitläufig und gemütlich-hochwertig eingerichtet. Der Pool ist sehr groß, so dass (Bahnen-)Schwimmen möglich ist ;-) Mit dem Auto gelangt man in gefühlt 5 Minuten zu einem wunderschönen, weitläufigen Strand. Hier kann man überall am Straßenrand parken und auch nach Samara ist es nicht weit. Und last but not least wollen wir uns ganz herzlich bei der Vermieterin und den sehr freundlichen "house-keepern" bedanken, sie haben sich stets sehr gut gekümmert und uns bei allem unterstützt. Alles in allem hatten wir einen traumhaften Aufenthalt an diesem einmaligen Ort und wollen unbedingt wieder kommen. ##### Michaela B. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022