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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, wheelchair access
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Playa Grande, Guanacaste
  • Place, Grande Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Las Baulas National Marine Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Playa Grande

Located within a 5-minute walk of Grande Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Las Baulas National Marine Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ventanas Beach - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 31 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Playa Langosta - 38 min drive - 12.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Agua Salada - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep!

• We are currently offering a 10% discount*, feel free to inquire if it applies to your dates.

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Welcome to Casa Colibri, proudly hosted by Stay in Tamarindo. This beautiful villa is your ideal beach getaway, with a private pool and stunning sea views, a spacious rancho to relax in, comfy beds, and hammocks—all right in front of Playa Grande's surf spot, one of Costa Rica's best, and just a short walk from the National Park, home to Leatherback turtles from November to February.

Standout Features:

• Beachfront location, just steps from the sand
• Directly in front of the surf spot
• Spacious private pool
• Breathtaking sunset views from your terrace or pool
• Enjoy hours of beach walks at low tide, right outside your back door

LOCATION

Playa Grande is the perfect spot for those looking to unwind in nature. With its peaceful vibe, it's great for relaxing beach walks, catching waves, or enjoying local restaurants—all while soaking in the calming sounds of the ocean and nature. Tamarindo, just a short drive away, offers a variety of grocery stores, boutique shops, pharmacies, bars, and restaurants to explore. Playa Grande also has a grocery market and several dining options, just 10 minutes from the house. And at low tide, you can walk for hours along the beach right outside your back door.

LUXURY SERVICES INCLUDED

Elite Service Standard (Mon-Sat)* – your stay includes:

• Breakfast preparation (you supply the groceries)
• Cocktails and snacks preparation until 2:00PM (you supply the groceries)
• Daily cleaning and laundry
• Cristina, your personal and dedicated concierge

UPGRADE YOUR STAY

Elite Service Premium
(Minimum 10 guests & 5 nights)

Upgrade your stay for just $29/day and enjoy:

• Authentic Costa Rican Breakfast (Mon - Sat)* – Groceries included
• Roundtrip Private Airport Transfer – Hassle-free travel to and from LIR
• Local Culinary Experience – Savor one traditional dinner (ask for details!)

With our Elite Service Premium, simplify your life with just one click! For only $29 per person per day (+taxes), relieve yourself of the stress associated with organizing key vacation elements. Upgrade your stay with our exclusive service, by simply sending us a request after you booked.

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 2025 & 2026 are:

EASTER WEEK AND THANKSGIVING
• Thanksgiving (November 23 - November 30, 2025)
• Easter Week 2025 (April 12 - April 20, 2025)
• Easter Week 2026 (March 29 - April 4, 2026)

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS
For reservations with arrival dates between December 18, 2025, and January 6, 2026, please contact us, as certain weeks may have specific requirements.

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.

*Except on Costa Rican holidays.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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 and a first aid kit
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: 25

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, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Cabo Velas is within a 10-minute walk of Grande Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach is within a walking distance of 1 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is a spa located at this vacation home?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there 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 Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a private pool and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.

Does 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, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Tamarindo (TNO), which is 9.2 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is around 27.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep!?

Yes, every accommodation at Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.

Reviews

Rare Find: Beachfront Villa w/ Private Pool & Spacious Backyard, Surf Break Right at Your Doorstep! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat B., Waterford, Mi USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional vacation

Everything was spectacular from Cris our concierge who set us up with excursions and chef. Also, Maria our house mom, showed up everyday to make us breakfast and clean. You never knew she was there. The chef that we hired through Cris was Juan Carlos and his team, made 5 star dinners every night, Gustavo, our shuttle driver, ensured we got to the front of every line. The kids took surf lessons, and they all got up and rode the waves. From jumping in the waves right in front of the house, to relaxing 8n the pool, we couldn’t have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent, relaxing stay, steps from the beach

We stayed at Casa Colibri for spring break 2025. We were two families, four adults and 7 kids (ages 9 to 18). The house was fantastic.We didn't know a ton about Playa Grande before going... It is just north of Tamarindo, but takes about 30 minutes to get to Tamarindo because you need to drive around the river. This makes the Playa Grande beach much less populated. The little village is a wonderful beach town.Near the house there are a number of wonderful restaurants, with more connected with hotels. There was an excellent grocer store 5-6 minutes away, with a tiny pharmacy attached to it. The grocery store had nearly all the basics--including US cake mixes, ranch, ketchup, bacon, fruits, maple syrup, pancake mix, etc. Our kids drank tons of guarana soda. We did the grocery pre-stock service as we thought it would be hard to find groceries. While it was convenient, it wasn't necessary (except for the Dr. Pepper--which we couldn't find anywhere).Our house mom made breakfast for us every morning and did pico de gallo, guacamole, cut fresh fruit, and blended drinks for us daily. Note: There is a house dog that lives on the back patio. Very old dog that is sweet. Surf lessons and surf board lessons are very close and easy. We did use a private chef service for two dinners, Tamarindo Grill Master. It was absolutely fantastic. Showed up around 3 pm for appetizers around 5:15 pm and dinner at 6 pm. Overall, we absolutely loved it!We did the grocery
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John E., Gilford,NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness

fantastic accommodation

absolutely the best house to rent location, service you name it we couldn't have been more impressed the place surpassed our expectations
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

jody p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Resort-Like Feel

This was our first trip to Costa Rica. A similar house on Maui would likely be $2000+ a night. The house was beautiful, comfortable, full of lovely art and wood furniture. The staff were the nicest, most welcoming people. The home is about 20 minutes north of Tamarindo which we saw as a bonus. We would highly recommend this home. My only concern for future guests is that the house is currently up for sale. Will that change anything? I hope not.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach getaway

We loved our 8 day stay at Casa De Vre, directly on the incredible Playa Grande. The house was just what we needed for our family of 5, with all of the necessary amenities. Daily housekeeping was very much appreciated, as was overnight security and the great landscaping. We definitely would book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another amazing stay at an amazing property

Our annual vacation at Casa De Vre is always are favorite part of the year. The location and the house are amazing. One of our favorite things about Casa De Vre are the amazing people that look after the property. Evelyn, Kenneth, Santos, etc are the nicest people on earth. Santos is a great addition. His work on the grounds does not go unnoticed. Its beautiful. We hope to see everyone for years to come!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A paradise on Playa Grande!

Had an amazing time staying here! Can't say enough wonderful things about the staff- they were so attentive and helpful! The beach is secluded and typically empty so it really feels like a private oasis in front of some incredible surfing. Pool was always clean and sooo warm. Rooms have great AC so it's very comfortable inside when you want to escape the heat and humidity. All in all it was a perfect stay at Casa de Vre! We will be returning!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G., Park City, UT USA

Liked: Cleanliness

A True Pura Vida Experience

We had a fabulous week at Casa de Vre enjoying beachfront living on a beautiful stretch of Playa Grande that offered endless waves for beginner to intermediate level surfing, long walks and runs on a wide and firm beach, incredible sunsets and stargazing. The location is close enough to walk to a few local restaurants and bars and surf shops for gear and lessons. A car gets you to grocery stores, Tamarindo and Flamingo with ease. The house is very comfortable with outdoor living during the day and plenty of room for evenings indoors. The kitchen is very well equipped. The pool area is fabulous. Bedrooms are all air conditioned and very comfortable. The staff at Casa de Vre was very friendly and helpful despite our lack of local language abilities. Thanks so much to our host, Leeana, for allowing us to enjoy this beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beach house

We have stayed many places in Costa Rica and this was by far the best location to the beach! Sit on your front porch and watch kids surf and boogie board. Pool was a amazing too! House staff was great, Evelyn cleaned everyday. Including dishes and laundry! True vacay for moms! You could walk to several restaurants/ food carts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Week

Everything at the house was perfect. The beach was amazing, the house was excellent, and the staff was beyond helpful. We are already trying to figure out when we can come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krysty C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Lovely

Stayed for a week with our adult children and had a lovely time! Home was very clean and spacious and all of the staff were helpful and friendly! Every morning we enjoyed our view from the porch of the ocean waves while drinking our coffee, took long walks on the beach and floated in the pool during the day and then admired the gorgeous sunsets right in front of our VRBO every night! Great communication with the host ahead of time and during our stay to help arrange rides to/from airport and Tamarindo as well as excursions. (Would highly recomend Play Grande Travel/Shuttle.) We also frequented the local restaurants which were walkable from the VRBO. Made some wonderful family memories at Casa de Vre'!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

4th time

Once again, we had an amazing time! The staff is wonderful, and the location can't be beat!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K., CHARLOTTE HALL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

AWESOME!!

This place is awesome! We love coming to Casa de vre. This is our 2nd time here. The people, location, and house are great. Leeana is very helpful and quickly responded to our request. Evelyn, Santos, Kenneth and Jorge are helpful, friendly and make your stay so pleasant. The house is up to date and well maintained and has everything you need. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Incredible Stay

This place is magical. The house is the perfect place to unwind, put your feet up, and truly feel like royalty. Hands down our favourite place to be.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

Casa de Vre was exactly what we were looking for! Steps away from a quiet beach and gorgeous views in every direction. The house itself is beautiful inside and out. Very comfortable for our family of 4, but we could have easily added another family and still had plenty of space. We loved watching the waves as we drank coffee in the rocking chairs each morning, swimming in the pool and ocean, and walking up and down the beach. 5-10 minute walk to several great restaurants. 30 minute drive to Tamarindo, Flamingo, and Potrero. The staff was amazing! They were all so friendly and made us feel right at home. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

This property is even better than the pictures. Our stay at Casa de Vre was perfect. This is a hidden treasure and I debated about even leaving a review because there is a part of me that wants to keep it a secret. The staff is incredible and the location is magical. I can't say enough great things about our stay and I hope to come back many times!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our little get away

Beautiful, breath taking sunsets, super clean and kitchen made for a chef! Loved everything about this place, especially the house staff. They are all so professional, friendly and always had smiles for everyone. Great memories were made here. Thank you
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

Liked: Cleanliness

So wonderful we came back a second time!

The location is amazing if you are looking for a less crowded beach with good surf. The house opens up to the outside with sliding doors giving you an indoor/outdoor living experience with ceiling fans in every room to help with the warm humid air. Only the bedrooms have their own a/c unit and thermostat control. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare all your meals and if you don't want to cook you can pay Kimberly to cook for you. The kitchen only comes stocked with salt/pepper so plan on grocery shopping when you arrive. As you can see by the photos the house sits right on the beach but if you don't want to spend all your time in the ocean I think the infinity pool is one of the best features about this property. I brought pool floats with me as it doesn't come with any and then left them behind for the next guests. The property is absolutely beautiful and as an avid gardener I really appreciated all the work that goes into keeping the grounds looking lush and beautiful. Unfortunately the coconuts on the property were too green this time of year so we didn't get to enjoy them as we did when we came in the month of July. The staff is wonderful, kind and helpful! Evelyn kept the house very clean and with 24 hr security you always felt very safe. Suggestion: You might want to bring cheap slippers with you (like you get at a hotel or spa) because the floor gets very slippery when you get out of the shower even after drying your feet off.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Paradise in Tamarindo

From before we even rented to the time we left, Mary, Miguel and Travis were amazing! Mary helped us determine if the house was right for my dad. He is in a wheelchair and they went out of their way to build small ramps for him! We were all blown away by their kindness. Travis met us at check in and walked us through. He was fun and inviting. He made us feel right at home. Every question we had before and after we arrived was answered quickly. We truly loved our time here! The howler monkeys overhead in the morning, the iguana's leisurely walking in the yard and the sweet dog, who sweetly and silently guarded my dad's door each evening. We loved our visits with the family and how accessible they made themselves, when we needed anything and they were so very kind! If I had to list any negatives - it would be that the lower floor is a bit disjointed in its layout. There was no indoor living room to really sit and gather in when it was raining. However, outside and upstairs there were so many beautiful places outdoors that were set up for us to visit and eat together. We loved those moments and might not have done that had there been an indoor meeting area.. The grounds are beyond beautiful and meticulously cared for, with the beach just beyond the back gates. We cannot recommend staying in this hidden paradise highly enough. It is a beautiful hidden paradise with in walking distance to everywhere we wanted to go. If you stay here, you will want to come back for years to come.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than staying at a luxury hotel

The staff, property and location are all amazing!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candace L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach beauty

Amazing place perfect for our family to gather and enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica! Coming back next year! Evelyn was the best as well
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

No better place in Guanacaste
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Third stay at Casa De Vre!

Third time staying here at Casa De Vre. Everything was amazing as usual!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect beach house in Grande!

The perfect spot for the family to stay! Can’t beat the location and the house is a great set up. We would love to come back year after year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Once again, we had a wonderful stay!!! Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022