This vacation home places you next to Playa Potrero and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Flamingo Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa Potrero Luxury Private Beachfront Home with Cook, Housekeeper, Concierge
Luxury home on beautiful soft sand Potrero beach. Enjoy the gentle waves and phenomenal view from your private oasis. Soft sand beach is perfect for swimming and playing. Private pool, direct beach access, paddle boards, kayaks, bicycles, on-site property manager, and exclusive concierge services. 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms with large kitchen, dining, living room and expansive verandas perfect for entertaining. Located within walking distance of many bars and restaurants. Situated directly along the 2.5-mile beachfront of Playa Potrero overlooking the ocean, Villa Potrero includes a professionally landscaped private garden with an oceanfront patio for sunset cocktail hours. A private gate opens to a sandy beach for casual walks, a dip in the ocean, paddle boarding, fishing or just watching the sailboats pass by. The bay has gentle waves that are calm and inviting with warm swimmable water. Your view includes the Catalina Islands 6 miles offshore, one of the most sought out scuba diving and snorkeling locations in Costa Rica. Dive boats can get there in 10 minutes. 6-seat golf cart rental available for $60/day, 4 door Jeep Wrangler rental available for $120/day. Let our on-site concierge take care of all the details for you for a relaxing and worry free stay. The concierge will coordinate optional amenities such as excursions, private transport to/from the airport, daily "house-mom" breakfast preparation, private chef services, on-site massage services, and local transportation (to excursions or nearby Tamarindo for example.) Playa Potrero is 35 minutes from Liberia International Airport. Visit our Instagram @villa_potrero for more photos and videos.
The Villa Potrero estate consists of a large main house comprising 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, 1 full kitchen and 2 kitchenettes. The home may be rented in whole to accommodate up 18 guests or the home can be rented as a 3 bedroom and a 4 bedroom separately - please inquire if one or another of these configurations is of interest to you. This listing is for the entire 7 bedroom home. The 4 bedroom guest suite and 3 bedroom guest suite can be reserved separately, inquire if either of these options is of interest to you. Additional fees apply for private events. Please contact us for more information.
Villa Potrero is in a beach community within walking distance of several great restaurants such as Hemmingway’s, Nita Coffee, Cerveceria Independiente (Brewery), La Forketta, MerKdo (Grocery) and the sailing center. A few minutes’ drive takes you to El Tiki, Coco Loco, Surf Box (Coffee), Sentido Norte, and the Fruit Stand. So many great options nearby! The Flamingo marina is on the south end of the bay offering sunset cruises and world-class fishing.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 7 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Bicycles
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Management maintains a list of approved vendors. No other service providers/vendors will be allowed entry without prior approval by management.
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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 24
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this vacation home?
Guests enjoy the vacation home's walkable location in Tempate based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Playa Potrero and Potrero Bay. You'll also find Flamingo Beach and Penca Beach within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What do couples enjoy most about Villa Potrero Luxury Private Beachfront Home with Cook, Housekeeper, Concierge?
This beachfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as access to a chef, access to a chef in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Villa Potrero Luxury Private Beachfront Home with Cook, Housekeeper, Concierge?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms 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 13.8 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is located 25.4 mi away (65-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies at Villa Potrero Luxury Private Beachfront Home with Cook, Housekeeper, Concierge?
Yes, every accommodation at Villa Potrero Luxury Private Beachfront Home with Cook, Housekeeper, Concierge comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.
Reviews
Villa Potrero Luxury Private Beachfront Home with Cook, Housekeeper, Concierge Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Dan H.
Sep 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were wonderful. Breakfast excellent. Dinner chef outstanding.
Dan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shelley W., Innisfail, Alberta , Canada
Sep 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute fantastic. Room for everyone and more. Actually had 3 women cooking same time in large kitchen...More than enough dishes . Wonderful pool grandkids really enjoyed and everyone enjoyed boogie boarding in ocean( first time for grandkids). Arturo could not have been any more responsive to our ? and so helpful with all our needs. Would definitely come back..
Shelley W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was gorgeous! The rooms had comfortable beds and their own bathrooms which was great for our group of friends traveling together. Arturo was the house manager and was incredibly helpful well before our trip and throughout. He helped make recommendations and arrangements. The house had a fully stocked kitchen and two large refrigerators upstairs plus smaller kitchenettes downstairs (I believe two). The pool was perfect sized with plenty of outdoor seating and activities. The house is so nice that it was easy to want to stay there but there is a lot to explore in town, so I recommend getting out and about!
Jessica M.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mackenzie R.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This is our second time staying at this property, and our most recent visit was even better than the last! Our large group stayed for a week and we had the best time. The house was clean and stocked with everything we needed. The groundskeeper, Martín, was so attentive, and the property manager, Arturo, resolved any questions and provided us with wonderful suggestions and recommendations. Could not recommend this stay more!
Mackenzie R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Debrah W.
Jul 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Family Vacation
Our family LOVED staying at Villa Potrero. The house layout was perfect for our large family of 18. The house is updated and clean. The veranda was an ideal place to watch the sun rise and set or to just have morning coffee and listen to the ocean. Good location for walking to restaurants and the property is on a nice sandy beach. The pool and pool toys available to the kids was a hit. The large back yard was a perfect place for the kids to play. Arturo, the house manager, was extremely helpful in all ways! He gave us useful information, arranged transportation for excursions and answered any questions we had. He is a gem!!! Our family gave this vacation a 10 out of 10! Thank you for a memorable experience.
Debrah W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Daphne P., Denver, Colorado, USA
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall our stay here was great. 14 of us went there to celebrate turning 70. The upstairs area of the house (with 4 bedrooms and all of the living spaces) was really wonderful. We loved using the large kitchen for meals and sitting outside on the beautiful porch area in the evenings for sunsets. The downstairs area (3 bedrooms, 2 baths) was not as nice. The rooms were a bit darker and not as upgraded as those upstairs. Several of the bulbs were out in the room and it was difficult to see what was in the closet! This was reported to Arturo, the house manager but was never remedied during our stay. Arturo was usually very helpful and responsive with most of our needs.The meals we had prepared for us were excellent and enjoyed by all, especially for our birthday celebration dinner! Concerns:The main issue for us was that there was construction going on next door. It was on the other side of the wall of the upstairs bedrooms. Very loud construction started around 7 AM most days and did not make for a relaxing atmosphere. Construction dust would fly around. The property doesn't really have much control over that but if we had known about it, we would have made a different choice. It did impact our enjoyment of this house.ATV--one of them was not safe to drive; this was reported and taken off of our bill. They took it for repair.Overall a beautiful place with a few issues to consider.
Daphne P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mari R.
Jun 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House for Large Family Trip
We traveled with our 20-something kids and their partners - 13 total in our group. The house and grounds were perfect - plenty of bedrooms/bathrooms, spacious and varied common areas (where people could be together or find some quiet areas), a well-stocked kitchen (and big bbq), outside game tables, a pool with pool toys, and of course right on the beach with kayaks, SUPs, boogie boards, etc. We had a blast. Arturo, the concierge, helped with rental cars, airport transportation, all activities, and recommendations pre-trip and during the trip. Housekeeping was available throughout. The neighborhood is great. Are there glitzier houses for rent? Maybe. But this one was perfect - a 10/10 experience for us.
Mari R.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leah L.
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beachfront location
We knew nothing about this area before booking but fell in love at first site. The home was immaculate and well cared for. The onsite property managers were wonderful, responsive immediately and so helpful. The combination of pool and beach was perfect. We walked the beach to dinners and rented golf carts to explore further. Couldn’t have been better.
Leah L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ana A.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Artavia-Speight Family CR trip
I can hardly put into words how incredible this home is. It truly exceeded all our expectations. The owner and the staff Arturo, Martin, Venite were helpful and genuinely excellent, going above and beyond to accommodate our every need. With a group of 10, we had some unique requirements, and the staff attentiveness and the care provided by the housemom Mary, Julie and chef Kattya made us feel completely at ease. We felt like we were truly at home. It was heartwarming to see how dedicated the staff was—they became like family to us. Every request was met with a quick and kind response, making our stay even more special. , and we can’t wait to return. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us; it meant the world to us. Also, Paco the house dog, Paco became a part of our family. Thank you so much PURA VIDA
Ana A.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brittany L., St. Paul, MN
Mar 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of paradise
This home and location is a true gem on the beaches of Potrero - the upstairs with 4 lovely rooms each with a private bath was perfect for the adults in our group. The lower level was just the right set up for the 6 younger people in our group (ages 17-22). The pool was awesome for when we needed some shade or time away from the ocean. We walked the beach every day loved getting to the restaurants in town that way. Arturo and the rest of the team at the house were so great and available to help us in anything we needed. Highly recommend this home and hope we are able to return!
Brittany L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy T., Le Center
Feb 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
We rented this beautiful home with a group of friends. Convenient location to small market and restaurants. The kitchen was very well equipped, we made several meals and found everything we needed to cook. The house and outdoor space was large so we had plenty of area to spread out to enjoy our time. The house manager Arturo responded immediate to questions about activities and restaurants. This was fantastic!Thank you to our host Cori, house manager Auturo, house moms and grounds keeperKathy and friends
Kathy T.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan W., Irving, Texas
Feb 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Costa Rica Bucket List Friends Trip
Oh where do I even Begin..... Arturo, Martin, Poco (dog)!!!! We loved them all! They were there on a dime anytime you needed anything, including Poco (who meet us for breakfast down the street :-)) Arturo booked our catamaran and was very helpful when the catamaran people messed up our reservation...I reached out to Arturo he answered immediately and they jumped into action once they heard Arturo :-) I am in awe over the property, the kind people who came to clean up for us, the owner.....We will be back and I would stay no other place!!!!! Thanks again for everything and helping make our vacation, Unforgettable!!!!!
Susan W.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike D.
Jan 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house on the beach
This is a great house right on the beach with great boogie boarding right out front. There were 10 of us ranging in ages from 10-80 years old. There was plenty of room. The house is well laid out and stocked with everything we needed. Communication was easy. The owner and property manager were very responsive. In all a 5-star experience.
Mike D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ann D.
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Xmas Holiday
Our family of 14 found the villa to be perfect. Plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, and places to gather. There were two dining tables, one indoors and another outdoors, that accommodated all of us. Arturo and all the help saw that all our needs and wants were taken care of. The teens enjoyed the short walk into town. Fabulous holiday!
Ann D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
syma s.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Trip of a Lifetime
Our stay at the Villa was incredible. There were 10 of us celebrating our father’s 70th birthday and was the perfect place. Very safe and clean. It felt like our very own private resort.
• Location is a beautiful beach view and in the town of Portrero. Expect daily walks on a beautiful beach and the sound of the ocean crashing every day is meditative.
• Villa is very clean and has housekeeping come in daily (Yuri) who is absolutely wonderful. The beds are comfortable and all linens are clean.
• The great room of the house is perfect for big families – we fully utilized the kitchen and every room upstairs has a view of the sunsets and ocean. The dishwasher is a bit wonky and could be fixed or replaced. Also the great room’s air conditioning/ fan system is quite weak. Each bedroom has it’s own air conditioner and fan which is amazing, but the great room/ main living room/ kitchen area of the villa should get checked out because the fan and air conditioners are not very effective.
• The rooms downstairs open up to the main level and steps away from the ocean, so you don’t feel like you are lower level or basement. The bathrooms are much smaller downstairs and definitely dated and could use a refresh.
• The pool could use an update but we used it daily and is aesthetically beautiful.
• Arturo and Martine were very helpful and responded quickly to our every need.
• There is construction going on right beside us so that was loud at times
syma s.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shirley A.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Birthday Celebration
We had a group from 8 months to 7o’s. We did have a lot of rain but was still a wonderful time! Arturo, Martine and Mari were great to work with! The house was kept super clean and any issues were immediately addressed! Arturo arranged a big dinner reservation, an excursion to Diamante, and was super helpful with road conditions and routes to get around. We would love to come back again!! Also great recommendation for Food!
Shirley A.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lezlie M.
Sep 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation Home
Our family had a wonderful stay at Villa Portrero.
Everything was perfect!
Lezlie M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marjorie C.
Aug 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Family Retreat
There are not enough superlatives to describe this home. The pictures are accurate, so you can see what it looks like, it's on the beach, it has a great pool. But what you can't see is Arturo, who is helpful beyond words, Martin and Benito who take care of the kayaks, paddle boards, golf carts and grounds and most especially, Mary who was our house mother. She cooked our breakfast and cleaned up after us, but most importantly, she knew us. She noticed on the first day, which child liked pancakes and which preferred rice and beans. She put my tea water on before I even got up, and once she alerted me to the fact that the baby was crying (the monitor didn't indicate that.) The house is fun, there are sometimes cows on the beach, we walked to Hemingways and to town, and to church. We drove the golf carts all over the place. We made it our home and we were sad to leave. Thanks so much.
Marjorie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tom C., Breckenridge, CO
Jul 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida
We brought our family of 17 to celebrate my 70th birthday. Villa Potrero was perfect in every way. Arturo and the rest of the staff were so friendly and easy to work with. We brought in a chef for one night (Kattya), and had a wonderful meal. We were able to do a family picture on the grounds and beach,(Paul the photographer was great). These were all set up by Arturo. Loved running around to town on the golf carts. Recommend renting them. Our sunsets were gorgeous! Every one of our family had an amazing time and would definitely stay again - besides Paco the house dog misses us already - he likes house treats. Our stay was for two weeks and was not long enough!!!
Tom C.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sue W.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family stay
Our stay at the villa was perfect for our family of 17 + 2 others that joined us during the day. The pool was a huge hit and having the beach right outside the gate was amazing. Because of some recent storms the ocean was a bit cloudy and maybe a bit rougher than usual but we still enjoyed jumping the waves. It was hard to take out the boards and kayaks. Arturo, Martine, and Julianna were very helpful and responded quickly to our every need. We hired Kattya as chef for 2 nights dinner and she and her staff made our celebration very special and delicious! They were very helpful in suppling an estimate for our dinner which was very helpful because they wanted to be paid in cash. The house needs to be updated a little (ex- the dishwasher does not work and needs to be replaced. We washed a lot of dishes). I would definitely stay here again and our family had a wonderful time!
Sue W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia S., Houston, Texas
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
We had the most wonderful family trip to Villa Potrero! From making the initial reservation to leaving the property - everything was seamless. We had a family of 14 (all age ranges) and this house worked perfectly for us. Arturo was an amazing house manager and with the help of Marteen, Benedito, Judy and Aaron, we were taken care of perfectly. This house is situated on a perfect part of the beach with the most beautiful view of the ocean from a balcony I did not want to leave. Town is a very short distance away. We rented a golf cart for the week, which was perfect. Judy kept the house spotless and made delicious breakfasts, Marteen and Benedito took care of putting out all the beach toys and chairs out every day, Aaron and his assistant prepared 3 delicious dinners for us, and Arturo handled transfers, excursions and all needs of the house. We love Villa Potrero. Full disclosure - the only thing that was a minor annoyance - a house is being built next door to the property which was a bit nosy at times but did not ruin our Pura Vida ! I highly recommend this property.
Cynthia S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Paul D.
Jun 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice reality break.
Overall a very nice place to get together and relax with our friends. The on-site staff were helpful and very friendly.
The house itself is laid out fairly well for a group of people such as ours. It could use a bit of maintenance though. Nothing major, just a lot of little things like non-functional blinds, sticking/ non-latching room and cabinet doors, etc.
Also slightly disappointing was that there were only two functional kayaks, a single and a double. There are several there in the rack but we were told that the others were all broken.
We did have a group dinner with their private Chef one night. It was a very fun night for sure but unfortunately none of the entrees were enjoyed. The chef and her staff were wonderfully nice and helpful but all of the main dishes were overcooked and mostly not eaten. The sides and desserts were magnificent though. If you decide to try this, confirm pricing beforehand. We were charged for a larger group than we had according to their pricing sheet and there was a facilities charge added on that wasn't disclosed. Not a huge additional amount of money but being that it was not upfront, one person ended up paying everything that was additional. This is meant to be constructive criticism only, we really did have a great time in Costa Rica and this house played a big part in that. Especially the outdoor areas. The pool area was a huge hit.
Paul D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill L.
Jun 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway!!
We had an absolutely wonderful stay! My family of 8, 23 yrs to 65 years loved our time in Costa Rica! The house is beautiful and immaculate!! The location, yard and beach are breathtaking!! We all went for a daily sunset swim in the ocean! Arturo was great at helping to plan adventures and keeping the house and yard secure and beautiful!
Jill L.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Candice A., Bertram, Texas
Jun 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful place!
The villa and property are beautifully maintained! The house is very comfortable and the kitchen has everything you need! Our teenage grandkids loved all the sports gear and the beach right at our fingertips! We hope to go back!!
Candice A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pura vida 2024
This house was more than enough space for a group of 10 friends. Very comfortable.
Arturo was amazing and so helpful. Martin made sure we had all that we needed. Yury was so pleasant and attentive.
We all talked about coming back to this property.