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Great Room Terrace 2 with PRIVATE plunge pool

Playa Langosta within steps of the Villa- walk to Tamarindo in 15 minutes

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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8269 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Playa Langosta, Guanacaste

Playa Langosta8 min walk
Tamarindo Beach11 min walk
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course35 min drive
Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)82 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

What a wonderful vacation home! Our 3-generation family of 6 especially loved the size and arrangement of the rooms, the...

Kate G.

Jan 28, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Large Penthouse Villa - rare 3 bedroom with private decks, private dipping pool

The beautiful Spanish style villas at La Esquina are only 100 meters from the beach. Our villa welcomes you as you enter a naturally lush landscaped complex with a refreshing pool and a private dipping pool on our spacious private terrace.
The entire complex, including the large parking area, is walled, and gated with community guard patrol service. La Esquina has beautifully maintained lush grounds that attracts lots of birds for viewing.

La Esquina penthouse has 3000 spacious square feet of indoor/outdoor living. Located on the top/penthouse/3rd floor level(with elevator); the penthouse takes up the entire third floor. . Complete with a private open air/covered dining patio that seats 12+ along with your own private dipping pool right on the private oversized terrace for perfect indoor/outdoor living..

This gorgeous stucco complex has the most beautiful pool in Playa Langosta or Tamarindo - 90 foot garden swimming pool complete with lush tropical plants surrounding, lounge chairs and an outdoor luxury shower. Your condo is professionally furnished, offering 3 large ensuite bedrooms, a large great room for relaxing, a private terrace off of each bedroom with comfy chairs for reading/napping. It also offers a large, open, teak and well equipped, granite kitchen complete with an adjacent BBQ terrace. Barbeque terrace also has table and chairs for four persons, fan and light.This villa also has a laundry room with washer and dryer, and 3.5 full-sized tiled bathrooms. Very fast internet that you can even receive WIFI at the large pool downstairs,

The open dining room area will comfortably seat 8 adults with additional dining area off of the large terrace adjacent to the great room(where you can sit 8 more!). There is also and additional open air patio on the roof only one flight above. You and your guests can take in the stunning views of the Playa Langosta coastline and spectacular sunsets.

Extensive use of beautiful teak wood adorn all the cabinetry complemented by locally quarried natural stone flooring and beautiful Italian granite counter tops throughout.

Each bedroom room has a coffered ceiling fan, and control for volume of music. Living room also has ceiling fans. Great air conditioning.

Master bedroom has private master deck for reading, lounging. One guestroom has private balcony, other guestroom opens to grand balcony. Guestrooms of similar size with identical large bathrooms.

Open the main entrance door to the penthouse and walk right up a half flight of stairs to the roof deck and enjoy the sunset or have breakfast while watching the waves. The common roof deck hosts views spanning over Langosta beach and the mountains and is constantly visited by the ocean breezes year round.

The beach is a short stroll down a garden path and is great for strolling, tide pooling or walking to the lively town of Tamarindo. Playa Langosta is a quiet upscale residential community, but only a 15-20 minute beach walk (or five minute ride) to the lively town of Tamarindo known for its fabulous surfing, dining, shopping and fun. There is also a great surfing beach at Playa Langosta that is about a 5 minute walk from the condo.. You can walk to Tamarindo from Playa Langosta on the Beach at low tide, or on road at all times.

Absolutely the best beach club ever is 5 minutes away, with outstanding food, beach tables, equipment to rent (kayaks, etc.) and surf lessons.

La Esquina is located in a quiet, safe, and low-density residential neighborhood of oceanfront estates and elegant condos. There’s green space across the street, providing a home to howler monkeys, tropical birds, and iguanas, and a canopied park with a winding path to the white-sand beach of the Pacific Ocean, only 100 yards from the condo. Just follow the sound of the surf…

Pura Vida!

Keywords: Villa, Luxurious, Condo, Beach, Surf, Relax

Property manager

Janet

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

A packn' play type crib can be provided for a fee

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

On outside balcony onlly

Parking for 1 car , please park in space #5

Please manage the A/C with care, if it is set too low, the system will shut down, please when you go out, turn the A/C up so that it is not running

Please do not set the AC below 24C or 78F. It will be plenty cool and please use the ceiling fans in each room as needed.

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

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

We should mention

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

About the area

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this condo is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. 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.

Playa Langosta, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Playa Langosta - 8 min walk
Tamarindo Beach - 11 min walk
Casino Diria - 16 min drive
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 35 min drive
Grande Beach - 40 min drive

Getting around

Tamarindo (TNO) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬13 min walk
‪El Chiringuito - ‬19 min walk
‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬20 min walk
‪Pikatas - ‬4 min drive
‪Pacífico Resto Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Large Penthouse Villa - rare 3 bedroom with private decks, private dipping pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Large Penthouse Villa - rare 3 bedroom with private decks, private dipping pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Large Penthouse Villa - rare 3 bedroom with private decks, private dipping pool?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Large Penthouse Villa - rare 3 bedroom with private decks, private dipping pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large Penthouse Villa - rare 3 bedroom with private decks, private dipping pool located?

Situated near the beach, this condo is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Langosta and Tamarindo Beach. WAYRA Institute of Spanish is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Dale S.

28 Apr 2024

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

tamarindo stay 2024

the place is very nice. one of the ladies in our group of six has bilateral total hip implants and the elevator to the penthouse floor was no working while we were there. That made it very difficult for her. The water ran out 3 times during our stay. one of the times the water ran out was from 7pm to 1 pm the next day. Despite the setbacks we enjoyed our visit as much as possible and would recommend the place to others looking for a clean place to stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

23 Apr 2024

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Vacation with friends

This property was wonderful. Walking distance to a beach with a lovely sunset. Felt safe as it had a locking gate and guards at night. Town is walkable but it’s a bit of a hike but there was a lot of cute restaurants that were close. The space was big and had plenty of room to spread out. Nice kitchen to cook in. Outside area with dipping pool. This was perfect place for a larger group like ours.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joni L.

12 Apr 2024

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A dream for our family

We were lucky enough to rent this beautiful property in Playa Langosta and felt like we were dreaming. The owner was helpful and responsive to our questions and needs. It was such a gift to our family to be able to stay in this lovely condo in paradise. Thank you, thank you, thank you! There were more beautiful beaches, opportunities for activities, moments of peace, delicious food, and the most wonderful environment for our family. We felt so spoiled staying here. The only real problem was that we did not want to leave! Janet, thank you for sharing your paradise with us.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Q.

10 Apr 2024

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Family Vacation

Great location, private, secure, well stocked with anything you would ever need. The owner Janet was great. We will be back again.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

1 Apr 2024

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Friends trip

Nice quiet location across street from public beach. Enjoyed the Langosta Beach Club for a day. Walking distance to town.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

28 Jan 2024

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Fantastic Langosta Penthouse

What a wonderful vacation home! Our 3-generation family of 6 especially loved the size and arrangement of the rooms, the refreshing plunge pool on the deck, and the stunning sunset views from the roof. The property is well-tended and perfectly situated in a quiet neighborhood just south of busy Tamarindo. We enjoyed walks on both beaches, swims in the lovely pool, and many delicious meals in the neighborhood and in town. Thank you, Janet and Daniela, for your good suggestions and just the right amount of help. We hope to return!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

27 Nov 2023

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Perfect location!

This very attractive 3 bedroom, 3+ bathroom condo was absolutely perfect for our group of 3 couples. Each bedroom came with its own private bath and access to an outdoor patio. Living room and dining room were spacious and comfortable. Kitchen was very well equipped which is unusual. The main outdoor deck is amazing with another large and comfortable dining table, several cushy chairs and chaise longues and a fantastic soaking tub. There is a public access to Playa Langosta beach right across the street. We're not usually "pool people" but the building's pool is very nice so we ended up using it frequently. We enjoyed having sunset drinks on the rooftop deck too. Secure parking put our minds at ease. Last but not least, the location of this building was perfect for us!! Outside of the touristy craziness of Tamarindo but still within walking distance. Playa Langosta is a rocky beach but great for a beach read in the shade of the trees and a nice dip. Tamarindo is better for swimming, surfing, bodysurfing but much more crowded. It was great having access to both.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tad B.

28 July 2023

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First Time Costa Rica Visit

We arrived in Tamarindo and were taken directly to our home after picking up the key, which was super simple. When we arrived, we found the elevator was out of service, but not really a problem. The walk up was easy, and the home was awesome! Exactly as presented and described. Very comfortable living room and bedrooms. The home was clean and cool inside, and everything was in order. There were even beach chairs and beach towels for us to use...a cooler, too! That was great. The beds were comfortable and since all the bedrooms had private baths, all of the guests were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked, and the views were great too. We could see the ocean and the pool from our main balcony which made sitting there great. The plunge pool was fun and gave us another way to cool off after a day out exploring. Oh, and there was plenty of shopping, restaurants and activities close by for us. We did have a golf cart, which is recommended, but not always necessary. We would recommend the house to anyone looking for a lovely place to stay and still be a reasonable distance from town.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista N., Blaine, MN

24 Apr 2023

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Great place to stay!

Loved our accommodations! Having a golf cart was definitely important for getting around but we appreciated being a bit removed from the busyness of downtown Tamarindo. Nice to have a few restaurant options close by, as well as the market.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

23 Mar 2023

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Dream Location

First off, we could not have picked a better host in Janet and especially Daniela. Not knowing the area or what to do or what to plan, it was intimidating but Daniela contacted us immediately after booking. From there, she set up activities, bought us groceries so we didn’t have to stop, set up shuttles and was communicating at all hours. She is a gem! The property had very well written instructions and a great book to read about local restaurants. The site is a penthouse called La Esquina “the corner” but it was a huge spacious location with lush and well groomed landscape l. The pool is dreamy as was the dipping outdoor tub. We didn’t mind that it’s not heated as you will need it coming off a hot day. The cleaning was impeccable and the rooms were gorgeous and well kept. Wood accents everywhere made it a home as we’re all the amenities and furnishings. Nothing was left out. The site also is gated and with private security. The area of Playa Langosta is quiet and the bistro across the street has great food and live music. If you want snacks, wine or other groceries there’s a cute little market right down the street. Tamarindo itself is a 15-20 minute walk. But never fear, Daniela can also rent an electric cart to get around. For picky eaters, the kids loved the Surf Beach club with burgers, street tacos and chicken tenders. Everyone is nice, pleasant and welcoming. Stay here and truly relax in a home away from home.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen E., Boise, Idaho

19 Mar 2023

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Wonderful location and amenities.

The condo was wonderful, worked very well for our family of five. Location is close to beach and walkable to town, a real plus for New Year's Eve. The staff was very helpful in replying to our requests for service. We will try to stay here when we return!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

kathy g.

7 Mar 2023

Liked: Communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointed February 2023.

As much as I knew going in that a Costa Rica vacation rental would not be as luxurious as one in the USA, I was a bit surprised upon our arrival by the state of this villa. The website photos do not accurately reflect the wear and tear of the furniture particularly the outdoor patio furniture and the kitchen lights and cabinets. (Very, very old.) Also, in one of the bathrooms, there was a family of tiny ants residing along the shower stall. Speaking of the bathroom, it was never reflected on the website that we couldn’t flush our toilet paper but instead had to put our toilet paper in a waste basket. (By the way, other tenants on property in different rentals could indeed flush their toilet paper.) Within the house the wi-fi was slow and was not accessible in one of the back bedrooms. Would not recommend this Wi-Fi for remote work purposes. Owners definitely need some upgrades to this villa including key code entry as other units which we saw had upgrades. This isn’t specific to our rented villa, but building maintenance is definitely lacking. For example, while I was in the elevator the doors would not open, and I was stuck during the 90 degree heat. Also, the lounge chairs around the community pool were so poorly worn and aged. Also,, very spotty wi-fi around the pool area. One positive the pool was lovely. Local property management responded to issues but repairs within unit not done. Would I recommend this villa? I would have to say no.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia V.

6 Mar 2023

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Great family vacation!

We had visited Tamarindo in the past, staying at one of the hotels. This unit was perfect for us this time since we were travelling with my adult son, my adult daughter, and her boyfriend, 3 bedrooms was just what we needed. Love the fact that it wasn't in the middle of town, but everything was within walking distance (groceries, beaches, downtown stores). We enjoyed the communal pool as well as the private one on our floor. Was nice to connect to other expats renting from the same building. Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla F.

6 Mar 2023

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Large beautiful home for gatherings

Large three bedroom home was amazing. So spacious. Perfect for large gathering. My family really enjoyed the outdoor patio to dine and socialize around the pool Close to beach and terrific restaurants nearby

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

6 Mar 2023

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Fantastic Beach House

This was the second year we stayed at Janet’s amazing property. The interior is spacious and clean, as is the pool outside. Beautifully maintained and a close walk to the beach and all amenities. We love our stay at Janet’s property where we get to watch the monkeys and beautiful birds in this wonderful landscape. Highly recommend this home away from.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Darlene R.

31 Jan 2023

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Great location close to Tamarindo

We enjoyed being close to the restaurants and shops in Tamarindo but away from the crowds. Langosta beach is beautiful and a very short walk away. Howler monkeys came past the condo daily. The local restaurants in Playa Langosta are all fantastic. Although Tamarindo is certainly walking distance, the heat made it difficult so renting a golf cart was very handy.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

PRADEEP S., raleigh, United States

31 Dec 2022

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Amazing condo

Amazing condo Great host great management company great location the best place in Langosta Tamarindo area

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

21 Aug 2022

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Summer Vacation

The condo is absolutely beautiful, clean and very close to the beach. Great communication with the owner, Janet, who was very accommodating, and the site manager, Daniella, who helped us with all of our activities. I would stay here again in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rusty M., Roseville CA USA

31 July 2022

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Wonderful stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Janet’s condo. Everything about it was absolutely wonderful and Janet was a delightful host very quick to respond to any questions. We loved the beach, the swimming pool, and the local restaurants! Will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miguel d.

12 July 2022

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Beautiful condo

Nicely appointed and spacious condo. Easy access to the beach and a beautiful onsite pool. The Tamarindo area is excellent for dining and drinking and beach activities.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

5 May 2022

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Spring Break

Traveling with children to new countries is a great education for them to learn the world but can be challenging- this villa was perfect for that. The place was an awesome extension of teaching our kids to embrace another culture while still feeling safe and comfortable. Very clean and well appointed, it was a very short walk to a great beach to explore and watch sunsets. Beds were fantastic. Short walk to an outdoor-ish sports bar (which was so yummy) and kept the kids entertainted with games. Town was a quick golf cart (or nice walk) ride away and has AMAZING food all over. Pool was really pretty for after the beach. The few slight hiccups we had with minor things (wasn't given the safe key type of thing) was very quickly addressed by the owner and management company to ensure our stay was successful. And it was. Highly recommend this place, people are so friendly, awesome food and a rich and vibrant culture surrounds you.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren L.

20 Mar 2022

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Near Tamarindo, Great Stay

This property was perfect for our stay near Tamarindo. It was close to every thing we needed. Right across the road from the sandy beach; perfect for watching sunsets, long morning beach walks and dips to cool down. It was 3 minute drive to Tamarindo or a quick walk; close to fabulous restaurants, shopping, groceries & Tamarindo beach another spot to swim or watch the sunsets. The pool was lovely: a great spot to enjoy the sun, cool down or have an evening dip. The actual condo was well laid out with each bedroom having their own bathroom & private patio, spacious living space & we used the main patio to gather & it was so wonderful to have our own private cool water plunge pool. Would recommend this property !

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

20 Mar 2022

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Fantastic Beach House

Janet was a great host. The house was clean, kitchen was well stocked and laundry in the unit was a bonus! We loved the location being a little further out of town as it was quieter. Questions were answered very promptly and the pool was a plus. Our family enjoyed our experience here and will definitely be back.

Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clark V.

19 Feb 2022

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Great place

Beautiful place. Good location

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

15 Jan 2022

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Beautiful location and accommodations! Definitely would return!

The place was beautiful- exactly like in the photos! Very spacious! The communication was thoughtful and timely- and Daniela helped with the planning of so many amazing details. I highly recommend staying here and would definitely return!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Janet

We live in the San Francisco Bay Area and are outdoor enthusiasts.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this property in 2006 after taking several trips to Costa Rica and falling in love with this eco-friendly(and friendly) country. We LOVE Playa Langosta because it is close to EVERYTHING but quiet(but not dead)! We love this small complex for it Moorish architectural influence and it is elegant but understated

What makes this property unique

Playa Langosta offer several very good restaurants, bars, a grocery store and small quaint hotels that have cocktails and dining. All of these are in walking distance to the condo. There is a great beach steps from the condo that you can tide pool in low tide and the shoreline is just stunning...for those who surf, there is a great break to the south of the condo (about a 5-7 minute walk). This condo offers fantastic indoor/outdoor living at its best. every room has a terrance and there are sturdy cushioned lounge chairs on each. My guess is you will fall in love with this place too.