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Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat!

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Pool
Pool
Terrace/patio
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tamarindo, Guanacaste Province
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Casita Guest King - Room

1 King Bed

Casita Queen Guest - Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Third Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Casita Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Visit Bathroom - Casita

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat!

Escape and step into tranquility at Casa Bella Vida, a quiet yet convenient retreat in beautiful Playa Tamarindo. This newly constructed home is a charming, gated conclave that is just a 7-minute walk to the amazing surf and sand that draw visitors from all over the world.

The main house has three spacious bedrooms, main bedroom with private bath and a shared bathroom for the bottom bedrooms. There is a king-size bed in the upstairs master room, a king-size bed in the second bedroom, and the third bedroom on the ground floor has two twins that can also be put together to make another king-size bed. Each bedroom has its own A/C and there is a fully equipped kitchen and tranquil living room. The house is all teched out with Wi-Fi, high-speed internet, and smart TVs.

This enclave has a private swimming pool and patio area where you can enjoy coffee in the morning or cocktails in the afternoon or have a perfect BBQ with the family under the upstairs patio while listening to Howler monkeys and the sounds of nearby nature.
Just behind the pool there is a casita with two more individual bedrooms, each with full baths. Because they are away from the main house, these rooms are equipped with basic utensils, coffee maker, mini fridge, microwave, internet connection, A/C, streaming TV, hot water and a safe. The first room has another King size bed that will comfortably accommodate two guests and the second bedroom has a Queen size bed and a twin-size sofa bed, that could accommodate up to three guests.

Now that your accommodation is secure in Casa Bella Vida, it’s time to explore. There is something to do for everyone in the Playa Tamarindo area. You can begin a day with a relaxing stroll along the pristine beach or surf some outstanding waves at a number of nearby breaks. Or you can play a round of golf at one of the two nearby Robert Trent Jones or Mike Young designed courses within 30 minutes of Bella Vida. Eat a tasty lunch or dinner at any of the numerous restaurants…many within walking distance. You can also plan an eco-tour, go horseback riding or better yet, if not a seasoned surfer, grab a surfing lesson! There are enough shopping opportunities to please everyone’s taste…again…all within walking distance. For the adventure lover, a local canopy/river tour, or a day trip to volcano Rincon de la Vieja, Arenal or the cloud forest of Monteverde. World-class Sport fishing leaving on a boat out of Playa Tamarindo is another exciting way to spend a day. Another is to go on a sunset cruise that offers snorkeling in crystal clear waters and the chance to experience some raw nature from a different point of view.

As you can see, there are so many things to experience, and Casa Bella Vida is the perfect place to call home while away from your home. The only problem will be if there is enough time to fit everything in and have some relaxing Pura Vida time before it is time to return home!

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Property manager

William Ripley
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only at the patio. No inside the house.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Seniors-only community.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Tamarindo, Guanacaste Province

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Playa Langosta - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Casino Diria - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 29 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Grande Beach - 35 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nogui's - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful House with Private Pool Perfect for a Family Retreat! located?

Located in the heart of Tamarindo, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Beach. Playa Langosta is 1.3 mi (2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Travis U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

We loved our stay here. There was 8 of us and more than enough room. Excellent location. House was as good as advertised!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First trip to Tamarindo

I was a little nervous about picking a place for our 9 person extended family to stay in an unknown location. The trip was great. Everyone had a good time with lots of space, plenty amenities, and a great location to access the beach, fishing trips, and around Tamarindo with a short walk.The property manager helped us so much that I'm reluctant to mention details for fear that this much service is unstainable.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best property

This property was exactly as listed. Very comfortable with great location. Definitely would use this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa Bella Vida Pura Vida

Where to start??!! The photos do not do justice to how extremely beautiful this property truly is. The rooms, the pool, the kitchen, the outdoor living spaces, the wildlife right in your back yard......what an amazing home base for our families.On top of all of this, we had Kattia from Pacific Horizon who helped us arrange for transportation along with helping to secure our excursions. Kattia is truly amazing at what she does. She went above and beyond to ensure our Costa Rica adventure was truly Pura Vida!!
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

The home was very clean and a great setup for our group. We had some minor issues of the power going out in the casitas, but they were quickly addressed. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun for all

Lots of rain but the family was ready and played games to pass the time. Great food and restaurant selections nearby, beach to walk on and enjoy-even in the rain. Kattia went above and beyond to help all members of the group get the adventure right for them. Because of the rains, Kattia went above and beyond to check for a one day extension and that saved the day. Highly recommend this house and Kattia. Space for alone time and space for together around meals, talking or playing games.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

The property worked perfectly for our family of 5 adults and 1 toddler. The kitchen is well stocked, bedrooms are spacious and comfortable and the pool was a treat! The online description is spot on. Daniela could not have been more helpful and responsive! She coordinated groceries that were at the house upon our arrival, a golf cart rental, a private chef that cooked dinner one night and spa treatments. She also answered many questions we had about other activities and local necessities. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica Vacation

Flathead Valley, Montana to Tamarindo, Costa Rica...what an experience! Kattia with Horizon was amazing. She was incredible from start to finish. Casa Bella Vida was ideal for 8 adults traveling together. Space enough to gather, commune and rest after adventuring. Having a pool, outdoor shower, and nicely appointed kitchen was a blessing. All the Housekeeping and Maintenance staff that was in an out throughout the week were kind, and friendly. We would absolutely stay at Casa Bella Vida again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house in Tamarindo

My siblings with spouses and I spent a week in Tamarindo early June. We stayed at Casa Bella Vida and thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful house. It was perfectly clean, very well decorated with a well stocked and very large kitchen. The living room is a little bit small, but there are a lot of sitting options outside and with the fans going it was never too hot. Our property manager, Kattia, was extremely helpful with tour planning and general advice. We did have a couple of maintenance issues and these were addressed promptly. The house is just minutes from the town and the beach. I highly recommend staying here if you are going to Tamarindo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Elopement Stay

Me, my fiancée, and our family stayed here over our elopement. Kattia from Horizon Pacific was extremely responsive and helpful at all hours of the day, even outside of business hours. She helped us book excursions, arranged for groceries to be delivered, and even sent maintenance out when a breaker blew. The house itself was perfect for families, as the casita in the back offered more privacy for couples than the main house. The house and management team ensured we had a beautiful elopement. I can't thank Kattia enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monkey Highway

Look, they won't promise you this (because, how could they?) but every single day of our 8 days there Howler monkeys in groups of 6 to 15 traversed the trees over this property. So much fun to watch. Now, it's usually around 6:30 am... but still. Great location. Clean place. We had four couples so the two casitas along with the house and its three bedrooms was perfect for us. And, the property manager Kattia is unbelievably helpful with any small issues and the fun things you want to do like zip lining and snorkeling boats.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break 2024

Despite not being on the beach or having an ocean view, this is a perfect contemporary hideaway for an extended family gathering. Separate areas for privacy with awesome outdoor gathering areas…just the right amount of sun and shade. The listing pics are accurate! It is THAT contemporary, well-appointed, and new. Cutlery could have been sharper:). The walking distance to the main beach access point is OVERSTATED in the listing…5-7 min tops. 1-2 min by golfcart and there is always parking. There are some unofficial parking cops, but for a 1000 colones they make you feel secure. Daniela at Horizon was amazing and our many messages never lingered more than an hour. The pool was cleaned daily and the living spaces cleaned 3X in our 8 days. A single criticism if any: no convenient plug-in for our cart rental, but we made do fine.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

We were very happy with the accommodations for our family of 9. The house is spacious and clean. It looked recently updated. We appreciated the use of laundry facilities to clean towels frequently. The location is great too. We walked about 5 min to the beach and 10 min to the middle of Tamarindo. The pool was very handy to entertain the kids. The concierge, Kattia was easily available for questions and bookings. Overall, it was an awesome trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Commentaires

Exactement comme sur les photos, très propre, joli et bien situé. Daniela a ai répondre à toute question et nous a bien guidé.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most amazing experience!

Not only did the property management arrange for pick up from the airport but also helped us with travel to other destinations and excursions. The property itself was well maintained and we couldn't have asked for a bettter over all experience. 5 🌟
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by William Ripley

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My name is Bill Ripley. Along with my wife Nancy, own Horizon Pacific Management and Rentals as well as a house in Tamarindo. We’ve owned our house since 2006 and bought this company in February, 2008.
I was born and raised in a little town outside of Atlantic City, New Jersey known as Mays Landing. I graduated High School in 1972 and for the next few years, worked, traveled and went to 3 different colleges but never received a degree. I fell in love with the woman of my dreams who has been my friend since early Elementary school. We married in 1978 and are still best friends today…at least that’s what she still tells me!
Nancy was born and raised in the same town. She also graduated High School in 1972 and then went to Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia where she received her degree in Elementary Education. Through our early years of marriage, she was an elementary teacher in Mays Landing and as well as Mt. Pleasant, SC after we moved.
We’ve raised 2 children. Our daughter, Corinne is married to Bradd Johnson and they have 3 children: Dylan, Anabelle and Samy. Our son, Chris graduated, finishing his degree in Visual Communications at Hawaii Pacific University.
After marrying and having our children in Mays Landing, we moved to Isle of Palms, South Carolina in 1990 because we wanted to live in a coastal community with a better quality of life to raise them. I started working for Island Realty which is a Resort Rental and Real Estate Company on Isle of Palms that has grown to manage over 500 short and long term properties as well as a number of Home Owner Associations. I worked of this same company since 1991 and Nancy has worked for them since 1995. I am a Real Estate Sales broker with over 18 years experience in residential, resort, commercial sales and management. Nancy did the bookkeeping for Island Realty for 14 plus years. Also, she was the bookkeeper for 7 years for a company that we owned before moving to the Isle of Palms.

Why they chose this property

Because of my work experience, I am very well educated in the management of vacation rental properties as well as long term rentals and condominium associations like properties found in Tamarindo and Langosta. Nancy and I have been growing Horizon Pacific which has grown by more than 240% since we took over.

We totally enjoy our time in Costa Rica, we feel blessed for this opportunity and hope that we will be a blessing to many of the people we come in contact with while living this adventure.

We have a great staff at Horizon Pacific and even though we are commuting back and forth from Isle of Palms to Tamarindo, with the internet and phone communication, I am very active in the day to day operations of Horizon Pacific and the management of the properties when not in Tamarindo.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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