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Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

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Exterior
Front Gate
Pool
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Carrillo, Guanacaste
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • La Selva
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Samara Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

The first thing you will experience when you wake up at Casa Que Pasa is the blue Pacific Ocean. It will be directly in front of you as you sit up in bed. You will see and hear birds as they fly from tree to tree in front of the house. You will hear the crashing waves as they hit the rocky shore line and you will smell the sweet salty ocean air. You might just linger in bed and experience the beauty and tranquility that you have come here for.
Casa Que Pasa is a contemporary designed California beach house on a 2-acre property looking over the Pacific Ocean. The 3 bedroom house accommodates 6 people with 2 bedrooms, sitting area and bathroom on the ground floor and one bedroom with en suite bathroom, dining and living area and fully equipped kitchen on the second floor.
The house is fully appointed with: Dishes/glasses, cooking utensils, pots/pans, Ninja blender, coffee maker, toaster, rice maker, micro-wave. linens, towels, WiFi - Fiber Optic 100Mbps, local telephone, washing machine and BBQ. The house has two overhang balconies on both floors giving a 180 degree view of the ocean amongst mature trees and tropical vegetation. The openness of the design, with ceiling fans in every room, allows for a constant airflow through the house creating a comfortable relaxed atmosphere in this tropical paradise. There is also air conditioning available in the three bedrooms. In front of the house you will find a plunge pool and terrace area. A welcome feature on a hot summers day or an evening dip.
A one minute walk brings you to two small beaches away from the house. These beaches are too rugged for swimming but are an amazing place to spread out a towel, relax, collect shells, and take in the surrounding beauty. When the tide is out, you can take a swim with the fish in a small tidal pool. Playa Carrillo is a 5 minute drive from the house. It is one of Costa Rica’s most beautiful pristine beaches. Its calm warm waters and golden sand are listed as one of the top 25 beaches in the world. It’s extremely safe to swim, surf or just lounge under the palm trees. Great for an early morning walk along this 2 KM beach. Or take in the sunset at the end of day.
Playa Camaronal is a 15 minute drive from the house. Here you will find a beach that is rugged with huge breakers and volcanic sand. The Costa Rican Wildlife Refuge is situated here before you enter the beach. Its main priority as a conservation organization is to protect wildlife, especially sea turtles that lay their eggs on the shores of the beach. Ridley, Green and Leatherback turtles are protected here and this is a one of the largest areas in the world to see such a variety of sea turtles.

You’ve come along way to enjoy a very beautiful and intimate piece of paradise. So take a deep breath and enjoy the beauty of this amazing place. Pura Vida .

Property manager

Owner / Property Manager

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
There are stairs and pool that needs attention
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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

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
This property uses wind energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 2297334

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Puerto Carrillo

Puerto Carrillo is home to this holiday home. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Carrillo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Carrillo Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • La Selva - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Samara Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Playa Islita - 31 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 36 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Alma Restaurante - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Contemporary hillside home overlooking the Pacific Ocean. located?

Situated in Puerto Carrillo, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Carrillo Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Samara Beach and Playa Camaronal. Playa Islita and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donald H.

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

Marvelous House (and Location) to Hang Around and Relax

A gorgeous, open, custom-designed contemporary private house (home). Open and spacious - every bedroom looks out upon the patio and pool and beyond the Pacific Ocean. Lush grounds - safe and secluded location. I went for three runs up and down the road while I was there. A few minutes walk down the driveway and up the road to three different secluded beaches, one with a small waterfall - not so much for swimming - but for exploring intimate tropical experiences. Less than 10 minutes to Playa Carillo, and about 20 minutes to Samara. Michael (owner) was great, very responsive and reached out to us to make sure things were going OK, and asking if there was anything we needed. David (host) was also very pleasant and accommodating. There is some shade to found over the pool throughout the day - more as you get into the afternoon, and the huge patio umbrella was also a blessing, as it allowed us to spend a great deal of time on the patio throughout our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephane G.

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

Paisible

C’est un excellent emplacement pour les différentes activités de surf et/ou rendo… un endroit paisible, je vous le recommande
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian G., Eastman, QC

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

Vraiment génial, nous allons revenir, Pura Vida

Tout 3tait parfait à la hauteur de nos attentes. Merci Michael et Linda !
Stayed 39 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K., Seattle, WA

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

Paradise

We loved our stay at Casa Que Pasa. Playa Carrillo was a short drive from the house, and the little town in between the house and the beach had nice little restaurants and a small grocer. The house was comfortable - we loved cooling off in the pool and watching sunsets from the upper balcony. The kitchen was well appointed, and we were able to save some money by cooking several meals at the house. All in all it was a dream trip. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

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

Amazing!

The pictures do not do this house or the view justice. Do not be put off by the lack of air conditioning. The temperature in the house is basically perfect. We felt safe and had the privacy we wanted. The beach in front of the house is amazing so do yourself a favor and check the low tide schedule and go exploring. To get to the beach, turn right out of the driveway and climb down the path by the waterfall or go a few meters further and take an easier path down. My partner wants to book this place again soon. It was perfection.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

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

Beautiful and Well-Designed!

This property was great for our family trip. It has a beautiful natural setting, with views of the ocean and trees. The owner and local property manager were very kind and helpful. We loved the pool, being so close to several beaches. Cannot wait to return!
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Gabriella A.

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

Beautiful home

Home was beautiful however wish there was a TV laundry machine didn't work 3 of my 6 day stay and broken glass was left pool side little guy cut his foot. Also pool filters didn't actually turn on until day we were leaving even though we let property manager know about it. Besides all that home is beautiful with a breathtaking view, monkeys and birds all over tthe property made for beautiful morning yoga
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josée A.

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

Très belle villa.

Tout était parfait.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne B.

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

Great stay!

I really like the architecture of this house. There are two balconies which run the length house and overlook the patio, and these have floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors. Your view is of the Pacific Ocean, that's all, so I hope you don't mind too much. Entering the property, you will open the gates which swing outward. The driveway is a bit long and on an incline. You will swing your car around to face the side of the house, and you may be greeted by one or two crabs who like to hang out in the rocks near the front door (under the exterior stairs). They will be terrified of you, so if you want a photo of them, have your camera ready. They tend to peek out in the evening (you probably won't see them during the day). The door under/just beyond the exterior stairs will lead you to almost like a breezeway area. There are two bedrooms on this first floor, one bathroom, and a laundry/utility room. This utility room has a washtub and the washing machine (which is new and does a great job). There is one hamper that I found (in the upstairs bedroom closet), and you will need this to transfer your clothes to the dryer, which is in the next county. Just kidding. You do need to walk about 30 seconds to get to the dryer. Exit the laundry room and you will see the front door on your right and a second, matching door on your left. Go through that door, and you will see a clothes line in an area of the house that most resembles a narrow courtyard. Walk to the end of this courtyard and turn right. You will then see a really nice outdoor dining area and the pool (very clean and nice) on your left. The dryer is located in a funny little room with a rather short door with a padlock near the pool which is essentially like a basement, except it's above ground. You'll see. Anyhow, the dryer works wonderfully as well - I had no issues doing laundry. You may see some wonderful dragonflies flitting around the trees above the pool - I saw an amazing red dragonfly, but he or she was too swift for me to be able to take a photo. I also saw a small monkey in one of the trees in the front yard. Speaking of monkeys - you will hear howler monkeys, and they may wake you up about 5:15-5:30am each morning. This is the wonderful thing about Costa Rica - how can you really complain about waking up just after dawn when you were woken up by howler monkeys? I have less than 100 characters left. OK - the ceiling fans are wired opposite, so that "4" is slow and "1" is fast.

10/10 Excellent

Karina B., Heredia

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place, car needed for sure!

I enjoyed sharing this place with my friends, it is obvious that due to the location of the house there is lots of humidity in the rooms and closets, we found a scorpion in our closet right next to our clothes, but totally understandable due to the location in the middle of nowhere. Its important for everyone to know that walking distance there is no store or anything you must have a car to move around. The house is amazingly nice equipped and has everything needed to enjoy the weekend. The only thing I consider would be an extra plus is a bathroom next to the pool area. The outlets near the pool aren't working except for one. Good place, far from everything. No AC, it did get hot during the day but we would head out to the pool or beach to refresh ourselves. I apologize for the noise caused the night of my birthday, we exceeded the noise thinking we didn't have neighbors. Also if the outside garage door was automatic from the inside would be a great plus! Walking down to close the gate in the middle of the night was not fun at all. Thanks for sharing the space with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina B.

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

Wondeful stay

We loved our stay. The house was exactly as described and the location was perfect to explore the surroundings. The owner and property manager were very responsive. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Walter G.

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

Modernes Haus mit tollem Blick auf das Mer

Wir haben fast eine Woche im Casa Que Pasa verbracht und uns dort “ sauwohl “ gefühlt. Ein sehr modernes Haus mit allen Dingen, die man benötigt oder sogar ein bisschen mehr. Schöne Schlafzimmer, zwei moderne Bäder, ein großes Wohnzimmer, eine gut ausgestattete Küche, ein toller Blick von der Veranda auf das Meer ( wir haben eine Gruppe von 18 Pelikanen vorbeifliegen gesehen) und ein prima funktionierendes Internet. Der Pool ist etwas größer, als es auf den Bildern scheint. Wir haben ihn eifrig genutzt. Die Entfernung zum Playa Carillo beträgt max. 10 Minuten, diverse gute Restaurants liegen recht nahe. Brüllaffen sangen uns übrigens ein Willkommenslied! Das Einchecken war sehr einfach, Michael und Linda waren per email immer ansprechbar und haben uns mit Tipps versorgt. Es war für uns eine sehr, sehr angenehme Woche! Walter und Karen
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chandra M.

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

Vacation Bliss

Loved our stay. The house was exactly as described, the location was even better than being on a beach. The monkeys and birds were constant friends. We missed seeing the turtle that laid her eggs on the beach we could walk to and would have loved to have seen it. Amazing!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

What a terrific home for a family vacation!

Casa Que Pasa was the perfect place for our family to enjoy the beaches and forests of the area. We loved the house layout, pool, and grounds. Watching the birds in the morning became a daily coffee ritual and plunging into the pool at night was a great way to cool off. Thanks for making this great property available for our family. We’d love to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

Wonderful Stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Que Pasa. Michael the homeowner was very responsive to all our questions prior to arrival. David and Lesdy the property managers were great to work with. We booked two tours with their company Samara Adventures and would recommend using their services to see more of the area. The views from the house are breath taking and the pool is awesome for afternoon and evening dips to cool off. The kitchen is well equipped and there are plenty of towels for the beach. The house is located about 20 minutes outside of Samara. We drove into Samara for lunch or dinner six of our seven days (Coco's, Sheriff Rustic and Franks) and ate lunch one day in Carillo at Hula Jungle which is just 10 mins away. If you are looking for serenity this is your place. You can walk down to two beaches from the house to climb the rocks and check out the tidal pools at low tide. The sunsets from the balcony in the evening are just as lovely as they are from any of the local beaches. We saw howler monkeys and an array of birds at the house and macaws and a spider monkey nearby. We highly recommend staying at Casa Que Pasa if you are looking to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay J.

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

Quick Costa Rican Getaway

Communication with Michael and David from the beginning was great - everything was very clear and we really had no hiccups getting settled in, even with our flight landing a bit earlier than expected. The house is very well appointed - one of the best rental homes we've ever stayed in, so it made it very comfortable for us on our first big trip away with our one year old. From the property it's very easy to reach a couple of beaches on foot, and a very quick drive in to Playa Carrillo or into Samara - but the pool is also an excellent option, and nicely shaded in the afternoon. Overall we had a fantastic trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Pura Vida mit Pazifikblick

Die perfekte Location für einen entspannten Familienurlaub: Das Haus bietet jeden Komfort und ist sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Der Blick auf den Pazifik ist herrlich! In der Nähe des Hauses gibt es wunderschöne Strände auf ausgedehnte Bade- und Surftage. Ein reichhaltiges Sport- und Abenteuerangebot bietet „Sámara Adventure Company“. Wir haben sehr gute Erfahrungen gemacht! Insgesamt möchten wir 5 Sterne für das „Casa que Pasa“ verleihen. Hasta luego!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ainsley D.

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

Peaceful vacation stay

We had a lovely weeks vacation at Casa Que Pasa. Absolutely gorgeous ocean views, beautiful gardens and pool with cool bugs! Amazing birds and even saw some whales from the upstairs balcony. Owner was very helpful especially after our initial flight delay-even refunded us a night stay because we arrived a day late! We would love to stay here again in the future. Thank you so much

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

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

Modern treehouse feel

Owner(Michael) and property manager(David) were very easy to work with and very responsive. The house was perfect for our family, we actually only used the upstairs. Location was great, it was situated at the back of the property so it was nice and quiet. It was a little bit of a drive to Sámara, but close enough to go frequently. We highly recommend this house if your coming to this area. Thanks again for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristiina R.

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

Costa Rica retreat

Wonderful place to stay. Loved falling asleep to the sounds of the ocean and waking up to howler monkeys and an array of birds. The view is beautiful and the pool refreshing. Just what our family needed. Thank you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Nce stay

Very nice, well equipped property. Recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

alicia r.

Great vacation

This a lovely house! It is a great location and has an amazing ocean view! Very clean and well tended rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clay B., Howell,Michigan

Chill with a view

Experiencing Casa Que Pasa more than exceeded my expectations. The location was perfect for what I was looking for, relaxation! The views from terrace were amazing, as well as waking up to the sounds of waves crashing on the beach. Don't miss walking to the nearby secluded beaches, such beautiful settings. Thank you Michael for sharing your property with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

A beautifully designed house, our 5 and 8 yr old daughters, my husband and I loved it!

The pool and view of the ocean were perfect, nearby Playa Carmilla was stunning with white sand and calm waters for swimming. One morning we watched families of monkeys crossing the trees in our backyard and birds woke us every am. The sunrise and sunset were spectacular. What a restful and zen experience for our family, thank you for sharing your home, Michael!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerry Anne S.

Beautiful home and setting; would happily return with our family!

This was our third trip to Costa Rica and we had many favorites in this trip! We travel as a family of 5 and have fallen in love with the country. The owner Michael was very responsive throughout the booking process and welcoming with much information about how to get to the home and things to do in the area. The local manager David and his wife were also very accessible and helpful. The home is beautiful with gorgeous views of the Pacific and sounds of the many birds and howler monkeys. The pool was a welcome cool off spot at the end of the day. We enjoyed the secluded location but could easily drive to Carillo beach (so fun for boogie boarding and beautiful for walks on the beach) as well as Carillo and larger Samara for restaurants and shopping. We hope to return again to Casa Que Pasa!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

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