This vacation home places you next to Coco Beach and within a 10-minute walk of El Coco Casino. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
Welcome to 'Villa Dulce Vida' located in the gated resort community of CoCo Bay Estates. This brand new home offers a spacious open floor plan with plenty of indoor/outdoor living space for you and your party to live Pura Vida. This three-level home boasts an elevator, infinity pool, entertainment system, AC throughout and kitchen well equipped to whip up a gourmet meal or let us hire you a private chef. There are four oceanview bedrooms each with their own ensuite bathroom, balcony and flat panel TVs. Plenty of space to allow everyone their privacy when desired or spend time connecting as you enjoy the lovely surroundings. This home will surely please the most discriminating traveler.
While staying at Villa Dulce Vida you'll be able to enjoy amenities at The Club at CoCo Bay including; fitness center, restaurant, pool, tennis and pickleball courts. Please note that although you can technically walk to the beach our home is built into the side of the mountain, so the walk is steep. Driving is recommended.
For information on the club at CoCo Bay which is within our gated community please go to: https://youtu.be/B7jSktz1nAQ
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.
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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Gated community
Housekeeping (on request)
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 4,750 square feet
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
Contactless check-out available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 13-17
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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 deadbolt lock.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home in Sardinal is within a 10-minute walk of Coco Beach and El Coco Casino. You'll also find Ocotal Beach and Bahia Pez Vela Beach within a short drive.
Is there parking available at Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is there a spa 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, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a chef service and a private pool in each house, and some feature beach view.
Does Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community! have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community! have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is 17 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tamarindo (TNO), which is around 18.1 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!?
Yes, every house at Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community! comes with a balcony and some offer beach and mountain views.
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Robert P.
Mar 4, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This place was epic! Our host was incredibly friendly and helpful, the house was incredible and the view was amazing. This is one of those rare occasions, where pictures do not do justice to the property.
Robert P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Mark T.
Feb 20, 2026
Mark T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
4/10 Poor
Jack A.
Feb 14, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
This is a hard one. The house is very nice. Terrific views. Alex, the house manager, is a Champion and VERY attentive. The Coco Bay Club very nice. All positives. But the pool barely gets sun and was cold. For 13 days, no one got in. That should be disclosed up front, and isn't. Those alone would reduce rate to a 4 of 5. But while there, the elevator broke. Couldn't be fixed (had to get a part) for 4 days. Out of 13. Those things happen, but when they do a proper response needs to take place. I had 66 - 74 year olds, some with bad parts, going up and down 40-50 stairs multiple times a day unexpectedly. Ownership waived a cleaning fee as compensation!! When I brought up that I thought that was a little inadequate--and we all LOVE begging, don't we--the response was to tell me what a great deal I was getting (the owner stated that my cost per night was the 'rate of a hotel room, and I was getting a house'. And the price she quoted was actually half of what I was paying!!). Ownership's response implied that I should just be grateful and shut up (and where that half price number came from is anybody's guess). To me, the proper response would have been "Oh my God, Ill credit you 2 days.. We are so so sorry". Ultimately, I received a credit that equaled 1/4 of one day. So if all goes well, you'll be fine. If not, don't expect real satisfaction.
Jack A.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Shannon A.
Dec 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The property was in great condition: Just as it looked online. Alex, our host, was there to welcome us, friendly and very responsive to all our needs during our stay.
Shannon A.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
Aug 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
An absolutely wonderful home. It is in a gated community with security making rounds every 30 minutes. The views speak for themselves. Every aspect of the home exceeded our expectations. The kitchen, the pool, the bedrooms, the AC.... etc, etc etc. Everything was perfect. The property manager, Alex, was by far the best manager that we have ever dealt with (and we travel using VRBO quite a bit). He was quick to respond to every question/concern that we had. We had one small issue with water pressure in the guest room- Alex had it fixed within hours. The community club house/ pool/pickleball courts/ workout facility and restaurant were wonderful. I can not recommend the home, the community or Coco Beach any higher- 5 star across the board.
Scott B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
Aug 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at your beautiful villa was absolutely amazing! Alex was a fantastic host—communicative, attentive, and always making sure we knew he was available if we needed anything. His wife Gabby prepared a wonderful dinner and breakfast for us, and her sweet, fun personality added so much to the charm of the home and our experience. The house itself was stunning, even more beautiful than the photos, and our friends and family have been blown away by the pictures we’ve shared. Truly an unforgettable stay!
Amy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
lisa n.
Jul 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
Stayed there with our two college kids to relax.. views were amazing .. recommend using private chef! We did massages they over charged me butt was worth it.. would stay again!
lisa n.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justin S.
May 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing!
We knew this place would be amazing based on the pictures, but honestly, they don't do it justice. This home is absolutely beautiful. Between the views and the fully stocked home, the owner's truly thought of everything. Also, the house manager, Alex was extremely friendly and very helpful. While the home is not walkable to a beach, everyday we spent the morning in the pool, then visited one of the many beaches in the area (ranging from 8 mins-1hr drive), then came back in the evening to grill and take in the views. Thank you so much for having us. You made our vacation a 10 out of 10.
Justin S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan H.
Apr 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
In the clouds
A luxury escape for the whole family. Sandy's house was perfect for our week with two adult children. We all had plenty of space while working ' from home'. The proximity to amenities allowed us to enjoy the pool, access to the gym, pickleball, beach and town. Alex, the property manager, was the icing on the cake. His prompt and courteous attention to any request made the week seamless. We already miss the incredible views
Susan H.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matt H., Fort Mill, SC
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
10 Days in Playas Del Coco
Beautiful property sitting high above Coco Bay.This VRBO is one of the nicest and best outfitted house rentals we have stayed in as a family. Plenty of kitchen space with a million dollar view out across the infinity pool toward the water! Ample bedroom space for 3 couples each with its own bathroom and shower. Gas grill outside for additional cooking options. Beach towels and bedding provided. About 1.5 hours drive to jungle tours, whitewater rafting, coffee plantations, and Zip lines. Only downside is have to drive 1/2 mile down to the resort restaurant, pickleball courts, and pool because of the steep roads. US based Host and nearby property manager had great connections for tours and adventures. 9 out of 10 for a family trip.
Matt H.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan C., USA
Feb 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertised, but ...
Gerry and Alex were exceptionally gracious and responsive, promptly addressing all questions/requests. Property as advertised and met expectations. However, I must highlight misleading aspects of the listing.Description states Coco Beach and El Coco Casino are a 4- and 6-minute walk respectively—this is entirely inaccurate. Alex was upfront about steep inclines and high temps making the walk challenging, but we expected it to be manageable. Being a fit and active family, we decided to assess upon arrival. Despite the listing’s claim of “mere minutes,” my son and DIL attempted the walk from Coco Beach, which took 24 min. We hired a ride every time afterward. Do not rely on stated walkability.Two Disappointments:1. Catamaran Excursion Cancellation . We pre-booked all excursions through Alex. On day of scheduled Catamaran trip, 1:15 PM pickup never arrived. Unbeknownst to us, Alex canceled the reservation, assuming we were no longer interested after my younger son inquired about a ride to Playa Hermosa, which he ultimately declined. Unfortunately, this miscommunication led to the cancellation. We wish Alex had confirmed with us before cancelling. He apologized profusely.2. Diamante Price Issue . Before arrival, we booked this trip through Alex, who assured paying cash 118/per avoids additional costs. At the park we learned price increased to 125/per, PLUS 13% tax. Instead of 708 for 6, we paid 847.50. Frustrating, yet I feel Alex/Gerry wear many hats and do their best!
Susan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
Jan 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Beautiful view. Luxurious house
Mary S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd H.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Does time visitors
We chose the area for proximity to activities and by chance chose villa dulce Vida. We couldn’t have been happier with the house, staff, driver and the many excursions they recommended. Flexibility to change our itinerary made the vacation so much easier. Highly recommend if you’re planning a family or friend stay near coco beach.
Todd H.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly N., Dallas, TX 75231
Dec 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Dulce Vida
The villa is located in the Coco Bay Estates development and positioned above Playa del Coco with a good bay view. The photos of VIlla Dulce Vida are accurate with respect to the design and finish and the villa was spotless when we arrived. There was a large load of bed sheets, towels, and pillowcases in the dryer that required folding. The kitchen is pretty well-stocked with cooking essentials but the fire sticks for lighting the grill were not functional. The black quartz countertops look great but show every crumb, grain of salt, water spot, etc requiring a lot of constant cleaning if you cook in the villa. There was no problem with mosquitos for our visit, but GIANT grasshoppers were a problem. Both raccoons and grey foxes were seen outside at night and Howler monkeys were heard, but not seen. The town is quite small, sleepy, and not a lot to choose from when it comes to restaurants (the Italian restaurant was quite good). Auto Mercado was an excellent grocery store (as was New Super China, but only for essentials). The restaurant (Sugoi) was average to good with a limited wine list. The associated beach club was quite small, minimaly staffed, and serves no cocktails. The nearest beaches are vocanic (black sand) and not particularly attractive. We enjoyed the week we spent at Dulce Vida but will likely not return to the town of Playa Coco in favor of other areas of Costa Rica.
Kelly N.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sayaka F.
Nov 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent view!
My friends and I gathered to celebrate our big birthday. It was perfect villa with magnificent view of the Coco bay from every rooms. Having a car is necessary at this villa. It's short drive down to the club and to grocery store to get necessary goods, as well as to the Coco town for lunch and dinners.
Sayaka F.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara B.
Aug 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Barbara B.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
Jul 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZZZZING!!!!
This was a life changing week! Incredible host. Gorgeous home with incredible views. Heard and saw wildlife and went on wonderful adventures. We will be back!!
Kim R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
michael b.
Jul 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House with amazing views
Overall, we had a fantastic time at this beautiful house with amazing views. However, there were a few drawbacks. The icemaker did not work, air in the water line in the apartment which made loud noises. You definitely cannot walk through this community due to the steep hills, so you will either need to rent a car or be prepared to pay for private transportation (least amount paid was 40 per roundtrip).
We communicated with the property managers Gerry and Alex about hiring the local cook months in advance and sent several follow up communication with confirmation and the morning of our trip I received a message indicating that the cook was ill and no other replacement in their network was available. This was very disappointing to say the least. Another specific request for a birthday cake was not fulfilled as requested, so there were some disappointments with the Villa managers.
michael b.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bess T.
Jun 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Two weeks of R&R
The property is an easy barely 30 drive from the airport & car rental in a gated community. When you first drive in, there's a clubhouse for owners & guests of the property with private pool. My husband and kids used he gym there each day too. There's also a fabulous restaurant there that we ate lunch at and many dinners at. Great service from the friendly staff! This property was one of the highest on the mountain in this community.It's an enormous property, jungle, with lush trees and when we reached the home we had gorgeous views of Coco Bay.I started each day in the infinity pool which we all loved.We bonded, rested, laid out, grilled one night and watched movies on the large tv in the family room during rain showers. We were able to easily drive to nearby zip lining and horse back riding, a handful of amazing restaurants of dinners-our favorite was Mar Azul.We drove to different beaches on three different days-peaceful and beautiful. Our house manager Gerry went above and beyond to help us with any questions and concerns we had about our day trips. He even offered to set up tours for us. We felt safe, could reach him at anytime and our host Sandy.The home is very large, spacious and my mom, husband, 16, 18 and 20 year old loved the views from all the rooms and starting each day together over breakfast. It's decorated beautifully & we loved being able to use the washing machine/dryer. The kitchen has everything you need too. Thank you dear Gerry,Sandy&Alex-Pura Vida
We vacationed at Villa Dulce Vida with 8 adults. Everything from the booking, planning and duration of the visit was perfect. Alex assisted with planning all excursions prior to arriving and presented an itinerary that included every activity we desired. Once we arrived at the house we were greeted by Gerry, who ensured every activity was perfectly executed. We appreciated Gerrys input and responsiveness to all our needs and requests. He really made the stay special.
I completely recommend booking this villa for a relaxing accommodation, breath taking views and the most friendly people. Pura Vida!
Tracey Y.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex A.
Jan 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
The house exceeded expectations and the property managers were unparalleled. They took care of our every need and were extremely communicative. I cannot recommend this enough.
Alex A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
catherine w.
Jan 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
Property was great with awesome kitchen supplies and appliances. Beautiful view and hang out areas. Just want to let others know that this is not a property within walking distance to anything - you need a car to get anywhere- even pickleball and tennis courts.
catherine w.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natalie B.
Jan 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property and experience
This house is exceptional and so is Alex, the property manager; Ofelia the cook that we used for most dinners and the private chef, Paolo, that we splurged on for the last night. I’d highly recommend to anyone else coming to Costa Rica.
Natalie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anja P., Durham, NC, USA
Jan 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time at the villa. Very spacious rooms, unique design and absolutely killer views. It absolutely necessary to have at least one car (depending on how many are in your party) to run down the hill for shopping, restaurants, the Club or visit nearby beaches. The weather was perfect, the villa gets nice breezes and the patio is in the shade most of the day. Nearby favorite beaches for us were Playa Hermosa and Playa Ocotal. We also enjoyed a Trimaran cruise (arranged by house manager Alex) with snorkeling.
Our college age kids did a group day trip to the Rincon Volcano area with activities at a resort there and loved it!
This was our 2nd time in Costa Rica and we will definitely be coming back.