Our family of 11, 8 adults and 3 young kids had an absolutely AMAZING stay at Villa Paraiso.
The VILLA: It is incredibly well appointed, quality and comfortable linens, bedding, towels and robes. Kitchen has everything you could need, including an ice-maker and filtered water system. Worth noting you will need to purchase basic supplies like oil, spices, etc if you plan to cook yourself. The pool and the view are NOTABLE. The whole family swam everyday and we could not get enough of the epic view over Tamarindo. Stunning sunrises and sunsets. The grounds and common areas of the Villa are VERY spacious and the outdoor and indoor furniture more than accommodating and comfortable. Lastly, the rooms are all very spacious with great storage/closet options. The main suite is very separate and shares the gorgeous pool view - perfect for the grandparents to retreat.
The STAFF: Lauren and Kimberly were our chef, cleaning and laundry crew for the week and they were absolutely wonderful. I cried when we left them as they felt like family. We opted for breakfast only and every morning we started with decadent, delicious, bountiful breakfasts. They did laundry everyday, which was amazing and our villa was kept spic and span. They only speak Spanish, so if you do not have a Spanish speaker amongst your crew, make sure to have a translator on your phone for smooth communication. :D
The AREA: We loved Tamarindo! Lots to do and very kind and welcoming community. We also were very close to a number of awesome half day trips. The estuary tour we did in particular was a CANNOT MISS and of course the beaches. The beach is PERFECT for kids. Very flat and fairly calm surf. The golf carts they have onsite for use are fantastic for bopping around town, but do be forewarned, the steep dirt roads leading up to the Casa (which are necessary for that stunning view) are a bit daunting for some passengers on the golf carts, especially very young or very old. We were glad we also had rental cars.
This house has it all and more - we truly hope to return!!