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Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Pool

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Santa Teresa de Cobano, Puntarenas

Santa Teresa Beach19 min walk
Cocal Beach13 min drive
Hermosa Beach21 min drive
Punta Islita (PBP)107 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nice house, but built for sunny days. In the rain, the puddles ruled. Great staff and two cute kitties (outdoors of cour...

stacie f.

Dec 11, 2022

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Four Bedroom Beach Villa, Right Next to Banana Beach. Steps from the beach.

Casa Helena is a luxurious villa located in a gated community with private access to the beach in the heart of Santa Teresa. Casa Helena recently underwent a ground up renovation by famous Belgian Artist and Interior Designer Johanna Van Parijs.

Perfect for up to 10 guests, Casa Helena offers 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Casa Helena includes designated parking, and a rental car or other forms of transportation is recommended to make it easy to explore the town and surrounding area. However, the villa's central location means that there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance, so a car is optional. We can also help you rent ATVs or arrange taxis for day trips and other activities.

Bedroom 1: King Sized Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Sized Bed
Bedroom 3: King Sized Bed and Single Bed
Bedroom 4: Queen Sized Bed and Single Bed

Guests have access to concierge service, a fully equipped kitchen, and full-time maid service to make your stay as comfortable and effortless as possible. A large living room, outdoor gazebo, outdoor dining table, and BBQ area all offer different indoor and outdoor gathering options. Sit outside by the pool and enjoy the sun, go for a swim to cool off in the tropical weather, or make the short walk to the beach.

It is important to note that Casa Helena is next door to Banana Beach Club, and they may have live music in the nights.

With all of these features and its convenient location, Casa Helena is an ideal destination for your next vacation.

Property manager

Emilya

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

If you'd like to make a party, contact us.

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Only outside

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

Note from host: If you'd like to make a party, contact us.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santa Teresa

Located in Cóbano, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Teresa Beach and Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Santa Teresa de Cobano, Puntarenas

What's nearby

Carmen Beach - 1 min walk
Santa Teresa Beach - 19 min walk
Playa Mal País - 9 min drive
Cocal Beach - 13 min drive
Hermosa Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Bakery - ‬13 min walk
‪Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - ‬4 min walk
‪El Carmen - ‬16 min walk
‪Good Munchies - ‬5 min walk
‪Pronto Piccola Italia - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Four Bedroom Beach Villa, Right Next to Banana Beach. Steps from the beach. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Four Bedroom Beach Villa, Right Next to Banana Beach. Steps from the beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Four Bedroom Beach Villa, Right Next to Banana Beach. Steps from the beach. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Four Bedroom Beach Villa, Right Next to Banana Beach. Steps from the beach. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Four Bedroom Beach Villa, Right Next to Banana Beach. Steps from the beach. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cóbano villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carmen Beach and Santa Teresa Beach. Playa Mal País and Cocal Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

stacie f.

11 Dec 2022

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

Beach week in the rain

Nice house, but built for sunny days. In the rain, the puddles ruled. Great staff and two cute kitties (outdoors of course) made it fun

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

stephanie C.

19 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

belle semaine au bord de l’océan

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette maison, bien placée près de la plage. L’environnement est très agréable, plutôt calme malgré la proximité des autres maisons et des établissements de plage. La maison est confortable, spacieuse. Les espaces extérieurs sont agréables . Seuls bémols: 2 des 4 chambres n’ont pas de vue agréable, le manque de vaisselle (peu de verres, bols , plats … ), absence de lave vaisselle , sols extérieurs très glissants .

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

16 July 2022

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

Perfect family get away

This property was just as described. Clean, well furnished and perfect for our family of six. We loved lounging by the pool, walking on the beach, and exploring Santa Teresa. So many amazing food options within walking distance. Bartolome was a big help in arranging activities (atvs, surfing lessons and zip lining) and taxi services. Janet kept the house clean. It was the best of all worlds - daily cleaning services with a convenience of a house. Gracias para todo!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Daniela V.

27 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful house

A group of friends and I stayed on this property. The house is very beautiful and recently renovated. As beautiful as the new pool area is, the polished cement floors chosen for the entire outdoor area are very very slippery. I wouldn’t feel comfortable with kids or senior adults because of this. We were also thrown aback that there are security cameras within the inside of the property that were not disclosed. We were also forced a cleaning lady and gardener (for a rock garden) every day from 8 am to 4 pm, which felt invasive and not super comfortable for a private getaway. It was also a bummer that the internet never worked during our stay. All in all the property is beautiful and very close to everything with those minor snafus, which can make a big difference.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

28 Apr 2021

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

Great spot

We really enjoyed our stay

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

alice m.

28 June 2019

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

Loved the property and Santa Teresa!

Beautiful property just steps from the beach! Perfect location with bars/restaurants on either side of you, and right in the middle of town--great for walking to shops, stores, restaurants.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S., Concord, CA

8 Apr 2019

Great location and service.

Only a few steps from the beach and from great places to eat and drink. There was no reason to leave the area during our stay, although we really enjoyed our ATV trip to Montezuma. Our concierge was responsive and arranged our needs. Also nice to have three full bathrooms and AC.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

luciano b.

5 Apr 2019

Half block from the most beautiful beach, very comfortable and nice house.

Very nice and amazing location

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen C., San Antonio

12 Feb 2019

Ah-mazing!

Everything was beyond incredible. The property managers were on point and available anytime we needed anything! The home is so perfectly located. Everyone in our 8 person group was very pleased! We walked to shops, bars, restaurants and most importantly, the beach!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

5 Feb 2019

Wonderful!!

The home was even nicer than the pictures! We were greeted upon arrival and given a quick tour. They had coconuts and fresh fruit for us! Not fancy, just perfect! Plenty of room for the 8 of us! Home, yard and pool were very well kept. The location was perfect. From the two huge wooden rocking chairs on the large covered veranda you could see through the yard to the ocean which was literally a 2min walk. The kitchen was my favourite part. Big windows on three sides and could see the ocean while washing the dishes. Drinking water was provided which was a bonus! The coloured lights in the gardens at night gave it an beautiful ambiance even at night! Plenty of sitting areas all around the yard!! The staff were friendly and effecient!! Can't wait to go back!!

10/10 Excellent

Kefi G., NJ, USA

10 Jan 2019

A dream vacation

Villa Bonita was the perfect vacation home for our family. We were a group of 9 (including a baby and a 5 year old) and the house had plenty of space for all of us. Most of the days were spent in the outdoor area, either swimming in the pool or cooking in the outdoor kitchen. We enjoyed being in the heart of it all and became quite proficient in the local shopping scene. We had our favorite breakfast place, supermarket and amazing restaurants. Dani and Emiliya were the perfect hosts! They were super responsive when we needed them but gave us plenty of privacy and space...so much that by the end of our 8 days we felt like it was a second home. We loved being steps away from the beach, going for daily walks, collecting shells, enjoying the surf and the sunsets. There is plenty of sight seeing around but we were mostly content to just lazy about and relax at the house and the local town. Looking back it truly felt like a dream and we see ourselves visiting again. There is just something special about Santa Teresa and Villa Bonita. Thank you so much for an amazing vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J., Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina, United States

21 Nov 2018

Beautiful cozy home with extremely friendly service so go to Santa Teresa and stay at Villa Bonita

We are an extended family of 7 who enjoyed Villa Bonita so much we hope to return! It had everything we needed; comfortable beds, 4 full baths, well stocked kitchen, outdoor grill, patio seating, large dining table, gorgeously landscaped fenced in yard, outdoor shower, pool, lounge chairs, and stunning view of the ocean and beach. The extremely friendly and efficient people who manage the property were amazing! Danielle stopped by to make sure we were happy and answered all our questions upon arrival. She is very knowledgeable of the area and activities in Costa Rica, giving us great advice multiple times either in person or via WhatsApp immediately. Danielle told us about the various surf breaks from Playa Carmen to Hermosa, so we felt great about visiting them all. She recommended we Zip-line and ride the horses in Mal Pais and visit the Montezuma Waterfall, all so much fun and just a short drive away. She also made us aware of the Mal Pais fishing trips and fresh off the boat fish for purchase there, both exactly what we were looking for. Toto was also helpful with questions and even contacted the car rental company so we could return them in Santa Teresa, not Tambor. He then scheduled a driver to take us to the Tambor Airport. Without Toto's help, we wouldn't have realized renting a car in Santa Teresa and being driven to and from Tambor is best because locals know the roads well. Our housekeeper Jeanette daily and quickly cleaned bathrooms and the kitchen, neatly made beds, changed sheets mid-week, replaced used towels, removed trash and recyclables, and swept plus mopped our tracked sand away. I've never stayed in a cleaner vacation home. Our groundskeeper Jesus daily cleaned the pool, lounge chairs, walkways, outdoor shower, grill, and removed whatever had fallen from the trees. He even changed a flat tire so one of our rental cars could be driven until the tire was repaired. Jeanette and Jesus were kind, never in our way, and made our stay more comfortable. The property's coded gate and night time security guard helped us feel safe, never concerned about our belongings either. Banana Beach Restaurant located next door was a fun place to relax and enjoy pleasant local live music and cocktails plus tasty food. Many restaurants, shops and markets are close to Villa Bonita, very short walks in both directions. Thanks to all of you for helping us have a such a blast that we miss Costa Rica, Villa Bonita and you so much already!

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W., Palm Desert ,Ca

27 Sept 2018

Very comfortable stay. Friendly staff

Would recommend. Great location and the privacy we were hoping for. Every place we desired to go was within walking distance. Perfect 👌🏻

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

31 July 2018

Still Paradise!

This was our second stay at Villa Bonita in two years. We loved it so much last summer, we had to come back. Villa Bonita is nothing short of paradise. Everything is taken care of by the awesome staff, allowing you to completely relax not have a care in the world. Janet the cleaning lady is extremely professional and courteous, and is a master at towel art! Emilya is always available to help with any problems, the pool is always clean, the beach is a twenty second walk away, and Banana Beach restaurant and bar is right next door. My 20 year old nephew came with us this year and found it difficult to leave the front porch. It was too beautiful and serene. He definitely wants to come back to Villa Bonita! Thank you Emilya for running such a great operation. You are definitely a step above all of the other rentals I have visited!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

5 June 2018

Villa Bonita , amazing vacation!

Excellent vacation!!! We stayed at villa Bonita for one week, the perfect place for family , it’s on the beach , few steps from banana beach, the beach is beautifully the restaurant is great , good food and great service, The villa is very clean very spacious, great housekeeping and facilitys services, beautiful kitchen with all the equipment that needed, great pool, in every room there is shower and toilet,ac and beautiful furnitures. the owners are amazing people,very helpful ,any thing you need they make it happened. The villa location is in the center very close to all the restaurants, food stores, and beach facilities. Definitely I will return for another’s vacation at villa Bonita ,,, highly recommend!!! Enjoy your time at villa Bonita!

10/10 Excellent

Amir B.

4 May 2018

Paradise!

This space is incredible!!! Me and my family stayed at the villa andfor a week and we had the time of our lives! The staff was so helpful and was able to arrange for tours to Tortuga island, Cabo Blanco and horseback riding on the beach! The pool and landscaping are stunning and each room is spacious and unique. The beach in front is one of the best in the area, good waves for surfers, restaurant and hammocks to relax. I would absolutely stay here again!!!”

10/10 Excellent

YIFAT E.

5 Apr 2018

AMAZING STAY WITH AMAZING SERVICE!!!!

This is my second time coming to this resort because of how wonderful it is. The service is outstanding, the property is beautiful and everything extremely well kept. Recommending this place to everyone!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

28 Mar 2018

Clean, well maintained, excellent customer service

We had a blast while staying at Villa Bonita. Everyone was very helpful and responded to our questions and needs ASAP. The house and property were very clean, with daily maid service. Proximity to the beach and grocery store was perfect. A few very minor suggestions: We had a lot of trouble getting in the front door until someone came to assist us. Maybe specific instructions with the key would be helpful. Also, it would be nice to have more light in the bathrooms as we had trouble seeing to put on our makeup. Very easy fixes. Overall, it was perfect and we would definitely stay there again! Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Aileen V.

24 Mar 2018

Fantástico!! Un lugar mágico...

Estuve en Villa Bonita con mi familia, la casa muy cómoda y hermosa con una decoración exquisita. Experiencias increíbles como comprar pescado fresco en la zona y cocinarlo en el BBQ De la Villa, disfrutar de las muchas actividades cercanas a la Villa. El servicio de mantenimiento y las chicas encargadas Hagit y Danielle muy anuentes a ayudar y velar q todo estuvieran bien en todo momento. El área donde se encuentra la casa con un mantenimiento nítido y además hermoso, sus jardines, la cercanía a la playa y la playa en si. Fácil acceso al lugar, se encuentra de todo lo q se necesita y más. No es la primera vez q vengo a Villa Bonita pero cada vez la experiencia es mejor, hay una magia en este lugar!!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Pascal L., Sherbrooke, Canada

21 Mar 2018

Fantastic property and service!

The house is just fantastic! The service, amazing! We were two families travelling together (5 adults + 4 kids) and Emilya had organized for a folding bed to be installed in one of the bedrooms. The house was cleaned every day (new towels, garbage bag emptied,...) but we spent most of our days and night outside. The property is perfectly organised with stylish furniture and it was always easy to find a place to relax. The kids enjoyed the pool while we were preparing dinner. The kitchen was very well equipped and we were welcomed with a fruit basket. The location is very close to the beach. We've rented surfs at the Banana Beach club just beside the house for few days and we had great time in perfect waves. The personnel was able to instruct us about the best place to surf and the best time to catch "beginners waves". In order to get a "no rock" beach you need to walk roughly 5 minutes toward Playa Carmen. The short walk worth it in order to a have the peace of mind when the kids are in the water. Do not hesitate to rent Villa Bonita! It is paradise...

10/10 Excellent

Asnat M., Moshav Ganot

14 Mar 2018

Best trip villa Bonita

Villa Bonita was one of the best vacation rentals I have been to. We were 2 families, and we really felt at home! The staff were so friendly, Emilya has really amazing workers. Daily cleaning was so fun, we didn’t have to worry about dishes at all. The location next to Banana Beach is perfect!! We didn’t even know the restaurant before but ended up spending all our time there and at the house. Thank you Emilya for a lovely vacation, super recommended!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

29 Nov 2017

Villa Bonita is beautiful!

The rooms are clean, bright, and beautiful. It is so nice having an outdoor kitchen area and grill. The property is excellently manicured, and it is very private given the location. We had seven people stay with us and each one said that they would come back in a heartbeat. Hagit, Danielle, and Emilya are the absolute best people to work with. They constantly checked in, asked us what we needed, and delivered very quickly and in a friendly manner. It is truly the best service we have ever had on a trip abroad.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Grettel M.

2 Oct 2017

Villa Bonita Wedding

Un lugar precioso con una atención excelente. Realizamos nuestra boda el pasado Abril en Villa Bonita, donde tuvimos unas fechas inolvidables tanto por el lugar como por todo el personal de Banana Beach quienes fueron muy especiales con nosotros y nuestros invitados. La Villa está súper equipada y es bastante cómoda. Todo muy limpio! La comida de Banana Beach deliciosa! Es un lugar súper recomendado al frente de la playa para realizar una pequeña boda. Aqui les compartimos algunos momentos de nuestra Boda Villa Bonita!!!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

10 Aug 2017

Best Rental Ever

We tried to drive around (not recommended at all) since we missed the ferry from Puntarenas and ended up going through a life changing adventure that put us about 4 hours late of our expected arrival time. Hagit left us the key and came by in the morning to say hi and see if we needed anything. Every bit of the stay was awesome, the daily maid service, the pool guys, water delivery, Hagit checking in on us, you name it and it was taken care of. We felt very pampered. I wish we had stayed at Villa Bonita our second week in Costa Rica, but we moved to a house in Playa Hermosa and the difference slapped us in the face. No maid service, no paper towels, no soap, no trash bags, stained sheets, cat hair on the pillows with 6 cats trying to raid our house, etc. It made us miss the luxury of Villa Bonita. If you are thinking of booking here and are hesitant, don't be. It will be the time of your life. We met the neighbors staying at the beach front villa next door and they told us how much better our place was, so much so that their kids played at our villa more than their own. Better pool, better AC, more privacy in the pool and just plain nicer. Emilya, Hagit, you run a top notch operation and I really hope that we can stay in your Villa Bonita again in the future. My three boys had the time of their lives. Thank you!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MARIA D.

21 July 2017

Excellent place for family time

Fueron 5 noches excelentes, un tiempo en familia dcercania al mar excelente, sus jardines y piscina para el disfrute de los niños increible, confortable la casa en todos sus espacios y servicios, mucha tranquidad, comodidad, y seguridad, los servicios del pueblo excelente no hya que preocuparse de nada hay de todos restaurantes, bancos, supermercados tiendas farmacias, las playas estan muy cerca Mal Pais, Montezuma, playa Carmen, todo perfecto aun a pesar de la lluvia. Gracias Emilia por tu amabilidad y atencines para nuestro confort.