Within a short walk of Tamarindo Beach, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of WAYRA Institute of Spanish. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
Playa Langosta - 14 min drive - 2.4 miles
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 40 min drive - 10.2 miles
Conchal Beach - 43 min drive - 13.8 miles
Getting around
Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Brisa Mar - 17 min walk
Medusa Bar - 19 min walk
Sol Bakery - 19 min walk
Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 19 min walk
Nari - 17 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach
• We are currently offering a 10% discount*, feel free to inquire if it applies to your dates.
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Welcome to Casa Xanadu, proudly hosted by Stay in Tamarindo. This paradise offers stunning views of two beaches, a National Park, a Wildlife Estuary, and mountains, all just minutes from downtown and the beach, with easy access to local attractions and surf check right outside your window.
Standout Features:
• Stunning views of two beaches, a National Park, a Wildlife Estuary, and mountains. • Minutes from downtown, cafes, and local attractions. • Surf check right from your window. • Visit from playful howler monkeys. • Quiet retreat with easy access to town. • Open-air living room for a natural, refreshing vibe. • A/C in bedrooms for added comfort. • Your own personal concierge ready to help with everything related to your stay.
LOCATION AND SURROUNDINGS
• It's 0.55 miles (900mts) to the beach • A short 10-minute drive from the Tamarindo Airport • 1h drive from the Liberia International Airport • Please allow us to recommend renting a 4x4 vehicle during your stay at Casa Xanadu (Golf cart not recommended). The road up the hill from the beach is not paved and can be tricky to navigate, especially in the rainy season.
HOLIDAYS
Holidays are exciting, but before you book, please check your dates and only select one of the following when making your holiday reservation. Please contact a reservation agent before booking if your dates are different than the following to find a way to accommodate you. Our holiday dates for 2026 & 2027 are:
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS For any reservations arriving between December 19th 2026 to January 3rd 2027, we have a 7 to 10-night minimum requirement. Specific periods may be required. Please contact us before making an online booking during this period.
MUSIC FESTIVALS Please contact us before making an online booking during music festivals dates. Restrictions may apply.
Holiday dates are excluded from the cancellation policy because all holiday dates are non-refundable.
THINGS TO NOTE
Additional guest fee This home accommodates a standard number of guests, with the option for additional occupancy at an extra fee. For further details, please contact our reservations team.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed. Limited housekeeping is available.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 3,239 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
A 1.5% additional fee will be charged for transactions made with an American Express (AMEX) card after completing the booking process.
A Security deposit is collected or held during your stay by Autohost. Find more information in our Rental Contract.
Home or Property Manager is not liable for amenity loss due to power outage or bugs from wildlife in Costa Rica.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Breathtaking Ocean View House Tamarindo
Breathtaking Ocean View House
Breathtaking Ocean View Tamarindo
Breathtaking Ocean View House in Tamarindo
Hilltop Jewel Overlooking Guanacaste's Golden Coast
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Tamarindo within a short 13-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach. You'll also find Playa Langosta and Casino Diria within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is there a spa available at this vacation home?
Spa services at the vacation home include massages.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
Is Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a chef service and a private pool in each house, and some feature ocean view.
Does Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach have connecting rooms available?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 2.3 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Nosara (NOB), which is around 25.5 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach?
Yes, every house at Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.
Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ryan C.
May 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ryan C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Cindy D.
May 12, 2024
Can’t beat the view but……
The view was hands down amazing however the property needs some love. The pool had a serious leak and was dirty. The kitchen was very dated with appliances like dishwasher looked like it was just shoved into a spot and didn’t fit. No garage door opener and when we asked about that manager was like oh yeah we knew about that. Would have been nice to know prior to arrival. We arrived on Sunday and tried to reach out to property manager with every number given and were unable to reach anybody. The road to house is very rough and a tad terrifying,
Not a bad place but for the price could do a lot better
Cindy D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bishoi K.
Apr 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Unbelievable view, great villa, great host. The pictures don't do it justice. Our concierge was super helpful.
Bishoi K.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tyler B., Los Angeles
Jan 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property!
This is a magical property and the view was breathtaking. Worth every penny. Thank you to the amazing team for making our Costa Rica experience great.
Tyler B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Blair R., Clarksburg
Mar 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
What a view! The home was perfect for my family. The road is steep to get to so I suggest a suv but other than that we had a blast staying at Casa Xanadu
Blair R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
6/10 Okay
Greg C.
Feb 15, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Tamarindo rental
Very disappointed in the rental starting with a harrowing 1 km drive up a steep and narrow unpaved road with large potholes. Furnishing we’re old and two bedrooms didn’t have closets and no place to hang clothing. Bathrooms had one or two hooks for towels but the masterbath towel hooks were not usable. We were told we could use the dryer. Bedrooms were very small and one of the beds had a very uncomfortable mattress.
Greg C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Lisa G.
Feb 12, 2023
CASA XANADU
Overall a nice stay. The house definitely needs to be repaired (plumbing, air conditioners (master bedroom never worked)/ kitchen (needs exterminating) and needs a daily pool maintenance. In any event we all enjoyed.
Lisa G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie J.
Jan 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous trip!
Beautiful property! Perfect for our group!
Julie J.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robert T.
Mar 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Million Dollar View
As soon as you walk through the door you are greeted with the best view in Tamarindo. You probably will spend 99% of your time out by the pool but if you don’t like breathe taking views you’ll find a very clean and spacious house. Each bedroom has its own AC unit and the kitchen is more than big enough to cook large family meals. Do not expect to traverse the hill everyday into the city as it has a pretty steep incline, highly recommend having a car or using Uber. Utilize the concierge as much as possible, Cris was amazing and our trip would not have been as fun without her help. Pura Vida!
Robert T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
Sep 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than we imagined!
Words can not describe how beautiful this villa is. The infinity pool, the view from the master suite is breathtaking. 7 women ages 30+ stayed here for my bachelorette and had the time of our life. We rented two cars to get around Tamarindo and highly recommend this to anyone, driving was easy and it was nice having a car to go up and down the hill to the villa. Kris the host was amazing from check in, to helping arrange a chef, to excursions, to stocking our villa before arrival; you couldn’t ask for a better host. Normally I like to change where I stay when I come back and visit but I will be back to this Villa!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa L., San Francisco, CA
Apr 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views of Sunset!
Overall we really enjoyed the view! Kitchen isn't the biggest/nicest but the pool and view more than make up for it. It's a steep hill to drive up so not as easy to walk into town but very short drive to park at the beach.
Vanessa L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Amy G.
Apr 7, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View!
We had 4 adults and 6 children. Overall communication prior to our stay was good and check-in was clear and easy. The house was nice and the view was spectacular. We spent most of our time on the back patio and in the pool. It was a wonderful space for dining and spending time together. The sunsets were incredible! The bedrooms all had AC, the washer and dryer worked well and the garage was nice for keeping the car cool and safe. The cleaning lady came once during our stay and the pool guy was there every other day. We felt safe and liked being a short drive to town - about 5 mins. We visited several local restaurants. Our favorites were Green Papaya (enchiladas), Dragonfly (beef filet), Pangus (Fish), Fish & Cheese (Pizza) and the amazingly good/cheap Mandarina Tropical Juice Bar (tacos, breakfast and smoothies). Our favorite grocery store was Vindi - its clean, well stocked and is fairly inexpensive. They take cc or cash, including US dollars. We also shopped at Auto Mercado but was it was much more expensive. Bring small bills for tips and beer/water on beach. ATMs were everywhere.
A few suggestions for the home:
-More pillows would have been great (there are only 8 total in the house)
-Show pictures of the road! It is a very steep incline with many potholes and loose gravel. You get used to it but the first couple of times feels very scary! I rented a Corolla and in low gear it made it up (slowly!) but had I known about the road, I would have rented a car that sat higher up.
-The master bathroom has 3 steps to get in and out of a deep tub. The tile gets very slick so it's quite dangerous. Be prepared if you have this room - I slid and fell hard. I think some extra bath mats would help. Or get ride of that tub!
Overall, a nice stay and the view made everything worth it.
Amy G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Brandon S.
Jul 8, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
5 nights in Tamarindo
Although I didn’t receive check in directions the property manager was easy to track down and arrange. The property sits near the top of a hill which provides amazing views and sunsets. A cleaning service was provided half way through which was a welcome surprise. Staff was kind and accommodating with our minimal needs. There are 4 beds and according to the staff you can get a store away of some sort if needed. ACs work well in the rooms but common areas remain warm but this wasn’t much of an issue. Just a heads up if you plan on sleeping in the common areas. Overall, I would recommend and of course stay again.