Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.
Apartment in Samara
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this apartment rental
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Welcome to Casa JR, a quiet, clean, fully-furnished, 3 BR, 2.5 bath condo with everything you could want. Beach is a few feet away. Pool right outside the condo. Relax in the condo, at local restaurants or bars, or at the beach. See the rain forest, experience zip-lines, or go horse-back riding on the beach or to the waterfalls.
The condo is fully furnished with Washer, dryer, air conditioning and a fully-stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds with quality linens. Large closets in each bedroom. There is a comfortable living room for relaxing evenings. Less than a two minute walk down the street to the beach. Just right outside the door on the condo property is a pool that is safe for young children and families. There is also a patio area with a grill for outside dining. High speed wireless internet, TV and DVD player. The condo also has a phone in the kitchen and master bedroom.
Samara is a uniquely Costa Rican beach town. It is Heaven on Earth. Casa JR is in the center of town, with bakeries, fresh fruit stands, delicious and inexpensive restaurants all within a two minute walk. It is the best of all worlds - quiet and tranquil and in the heart of this small beach town.
Other beautiful beaches are within a few minutes walk. There is horse-back riding on the beach, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and surfing right at the beach.
The town is also home to a language school and massage school. There is an indoor/outdoor gym in town with daily classes. Also, several yoga schools and spas within a 30 minute drive.
Welcome to Casa JR, a quiet, clean, fully-furnished, 3 BR, 2.5 bath condo with everything you could want. Beach is a few feet away. Pool right outside the condo. Relax in the condo, at local restaurants or bars, or at the beach. See the rain forest, experience zip-lines, or go horse-back riding on the beach or to the waterfalls.
The condo is fully furnished with Washer, dryer, air conditioning and a fully-stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds with quality linens. Large closets in each bedroom. There is a comfortable living room for relaxing evenings. Less than a two minute walk down the street to the beach. Just right outside the door on the condo property is a pool that is safe for young children and families. There is also a patio area with a grill for outside dining. High speed wireless internet, TV and DVD player. The condo also has a phone in the kitchen and master bedroom.
Samara is a uniquely Costa Rican beach town. It is Heaven on Earth. Casa JR is in the center of town, with bakeries, fresh fruit stands, delicious and inexpensive restaurants all within a two minute walk. It is the best of all worlds - quiet and tranquil and in the heart of this small beach town.
Other beautiful beaches are within a few minutes walk. There is horse-back riding on the beach, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and surfing right at the beach.
The town is also home to a language school and massage school. There is an indoor/outdoor gym in town with daily classes. Also, several yoga schools and spas within a 30 minute drive.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Samara
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Reviews
10.0
We loved our stay at Casa Jr. Two blocks from the beach, next to a great grocery store and across the street from a great fruiteria where we got cold coconuts to drink many afternoons.
The beds are so comfortable! So much space for our family to spread out and young kids to play. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals in. There were ample places to charge devices, USB ports and we enjoyed the Alexa device in the kitchen for music.
There was only one day in the 3 weeks we were there that we shared the pool. We loved the pool noodle, body board and ball that were provided.
In house laundry was a must for our stay and we loved the convenience. We did have to dry multiple cycles when towels were in the wash, but otherwise everything worked great!
Anabelle and Paul were all very responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
10.0
Very convenient location and a spacious comfortable place to stay. Paul was very helpful with directions and getting checked in.
10.0
The condo is very spacious, 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Very fast low latency and stable internet. Was able to work remotely w/ VPNs and had no issues. Well stocked kitchen. Washer and dryer worked great. Good security with locked gates and Tico style locking outer door, bars on windows, outside lights. Grocery store right next to the building, 2 minute walk. Overall a good choice for larger groups that want to be in the heart of the Samara action and walking close to the beach.
10.0
Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed our month in Sámara. Our arrival at the Casa Jr. was seamless; instructions for access were clear and the place was spotless.
The condo has tons of room and the pictures are an accurate reflection of actual size.
The kitchen is well stocked with all necessities to cook at the condo and it's within a 2 minute walk of the three main grocery stores.
The walk to the beach is less than 2 minutes, and tons of restaurant and shopping options nearby. With two young children we were also grateful for the pool when nap times limited our beach-time.
We were also very impressed by the wifi. It was reliable and fast the whole time allowing us to use Zoom for work without issue.
Overall, the outside of the condo property is starting to show it's age a bit and could use some maintenance and updating (pool missing tiles, lights around pool and pergola broken, etc.). But, nothing that affected our enjoyment of the property and we had a great time overall!
Thank you for a great place to call home base!
10.0
Spacious condo, great for ny family of 5. Nice pool and only a few blocks from the beach
10.0
Access to the condo was easy. Everything we needed was there. We did have an issue with the roof making a lot of noise. We informed the manager and it was corrected in a timely matter. Then we had an issue with the refrigerator, again we informed the manager and it was fixed as soon as possible. Highly recommended this property. We will be returning
10.0
We appreciated the communication received, ease of finding things, prompt response to questions and comfort provided.
Only problem we had was with customs on arrival when we didnt know the address. We had Paul's directions printed and there really didnt seem to have an address, but they seemed satisfied with 'Casa Jr.'
Thanks for a lovely holiday!
10.0
What a wonderful time we had! Communication leading up to and during the trip was fantastic. We had lots of questions :)
The condo was great. Easy location and lots of space. After a week in an Ecolodge (wonderful in its own way) it was nice for our kids to feel a bit more comfortable. As disclosed the condo is right in town which does mean it gets noise into the evening. Our kids, 6 and 9, were tired enough from our adventures each day that it didn't bother them much and it was done by about 10pm. The condo had everything we needed! The pool area has a shade over the pool. The tables put there are different, cement, and not under the cover but it was still great.
Samara itself was great too. The condo is right at the start of town with many restaurants and shops, though I was surprised by how many things were closed, especially during busy season. Pizza and ice cream right across the street were perfect for when we arrived in the late evening on the first day. The Italian place on the beach was a great final night out and had a fire dancer! The international food court was great for lunch so everyone could get what they wanted. We even had to visit Dr Freddy, thankfully he was right on the corner.
Everyone was so kind and friendly, we had a truly wonderful time!
10.0
Great location and property. Close to everything. Very clean and a great pool. East checkin process and we enjoyed our stay. Enough room for our family and we love Samara!
10.0
Fabulous condo in an amazing location! Within a block to beach, all restaurants and shops. Condo is modern, well supplied everything needed and very clean. There is secured on site parking. We were a family of 6- two 50's and four 20's. We were very comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the quaint beach town of Samara. I have no reservations highly recommending this condo.
10.0
The place was as advertised, clean and comfortable. Close to the beach and multiple restaurants. The owner and manager were super helpful with travel. Noisy at night but always quiet by 10.
10.0
This place was perfect for our family of 5. Super close to the beach, as well as restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. The unit was very clean and comfortable- it had absolutely everything we needed. It was the perfect place for our trip to Sámara.
10.0
We had a wonderful stay in a clean and spacious condo. They had a crib upon request, plenty of blankets/towels. Loved that it was right next to a new grocery store, less then 5 minute walk to beach, coffee shop across the street and surrounded by lots of shops and restaurants. Communication with host was great and issues were minimal but managed quickly. We will stay again!
8.0
The apt was in a convenient location, just a short 5 min walk to the beachfront, many restaurants and a grocery store next door.
There was a fully-equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, and things for the beach (towels, chairs, umbrellas), which made it a great stay for our family with young kids.
The things that could have been better were the showers (couldn't really get any hot water, although we didn't need it so much and the shower heads seemed to spray everywhere) and the community pool, which was indicated in the description, didn't seemed to be cleaned/maintained at all (some animal poop, horse?) was near the pool for our whole stay.
10.0
My wife and I stayed here with our teenaged children and niece for a full month from mid-July to mid-August 2023. During weekdays, the kids studied at Intercultura Language School (5 min. walk) while the adults worked from home inside the condo. That worked perfectly because the WiFi signal was strong and consistent throughout the condo; each room had an air conditioning unit; and the condo was bright, cheerful, and spacious.
For us, this was the ideal condo and location and, were we return to Samara, we would want to stay here again.
First, the condo is ideally located a 3-minute walk from the beach; a 5-minute walk from Intercultura; next door to Rindemas supermarket; and around the corner from Roots Bakery.
Second, the layout and facilities were perfect for the 5 of us, with ample natural light, spacious living room/kitchen, and ample privacy in the 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom faces the car port/courtyard, so it's very quiet; the 2 rooms with the shared bathroom face the main street, so it can be noisier, though the kids never had problems sleeping because it gets quiet no later than 10pm.
Third, the owner Paul, property manager Anabelle, and cleaner Rosa were all friendly, responsive, and thoughtful. When a showerhead broke, it was fixed immediately. Awesome folks.
10.0
We loved our stay in this comfy condo with all amenities and in the heart of Sámara. We walked the 2-3 minutes to the gorgeous beach most days and used the building’s pool a lot. There are three groceries within minutes, plenty of restaurants and a fantastic language school is a five minute walk. Communication was great and check-in/out was simple. There is a fair amount of noise from the street and nearby restaurant but we all still slept great. Thanks for a lovely stay!
10.0
My family of 6 stayed for a week and had an absolute blast. Within walking distance of so many shops and restaurants AND the beach!
10.0
Everything was beautiful and newly remodeled. We loved it all- thank you!
10.0
The location was great, right in town but things quieted down by 10
10.0
This property is conveniently located to all that Samara has to offer. It is clean and quite spacious. Off-street parking. Owner and PM were easy to deal with and responsive.
Note that there is considerable noise in the unit from the street and adjacent bars/restaurants until around 10pm.
10.0
We had a lovely time staying here! While
We didn't cook it had a well provisioned kitchen. After a week of sharing a room with our kids it was lovely to be able to have our own space. Check in and out was easy, place was clean and it was close to everything- food, beach and groceries. We had one key adventure but it was fixed fast and painlessly by calling the property manager. The music across the street stopped around 10pm and didnt prevent any of us from sleeping.We loved Samara and would stay here again if (when?) we come back.
10.0
We had a lovely stay at this property. It's clean, comfortable, conveniently located, and well-equipped. Paul was extremely accommodating regarding check-in and check-out times, which we appreciated. Would definitely stay here again.
8.0
Nice spot and. Lean and homey only down side pool isn't as nice as pictures look its still a good size just in a feild and no spot to sit outside. But the place had everything you needed and was comfy beds and great location. I would stay there again
10.0
Property was wonderful and clean. Well kept and in good shape. It is located in the heart - and I mean heart - of Samara. On the corner of the two busiest streets. A very short walk to the beach and the local tour operator (boat tours, bird watching tours, horseback tours, etc.) is just across the street. It can be a little noisy for the street-side bedrooms, but that tapers off late and a white noise machine would solve that. That is just the price of having all the shops, restaurants and businesses all around. We would stay there again.
10.0
The place was clean, easy to access, cozy and comfortable. Best yet, it had great views and a wonderful balcony to enjoy them on.
10.0
We loved this vrbo in Samara! The location is the best. We have been to Samara twice and being in the middle of the town is convenient. Our friends stayed in an upper unit at this condo, and it was much louder in the evenings/nights. Ours however good. We slept great! House has all the things you could need for your vacation in Samara!
10.0
This was our 3rd time in Samara, and we loved this location! Right in the middle of everything and no need for a car. Short walk to the beach and restaurants and groceries. Everything inside was comfortable and clean and spacious! Communication was great - can't wait to go back! Thank you!
10.0
We loved the location and had a wonderful stay. Nice, spacious condo that is walking distance to everything. The owner and property manager were very communicative and accommodating when we had questions.
10.0
This was our first time in Samara - and we loved it. Everything about this property was as advertised. It was super clean and comfortable. It’s right in the heart of town - so it can be a bit noisy at times, but the convenience of being able to walk everywhere makes up for it.
10.0
We really enjoyed our stay. The condo is centrally located and close to everything Samara has to offer - beaches, restaurants, activities and tours, and local shops. Paul and Anabelle were great to deal with and provided us with excellent info to make our stay even better. Costa Rica is a beautiful country, and Samara is beach town paradise.
10.0
The place was very clean and tidy. Communication with the owners was fantastic. The place is very central in town, so easy walking everywhere.
10.0
You could not be anymore in the middle of it all with this VERY SPACIOUS condo. Incredibly clean and well stocked with everything you need including a boogie board for the beach. Great restaurants with in a few feet of the condo. Beach is right down the street. Fun night life. Make sure to go to Roots or Sheriffs for breakfast, and take a dip in the pool at the condo after being at the beach. You won’t be disappointed with your stay here!
10.0
Great central location for walking to Groceries and intercultura language school. We really enjoyed it, but If you are a very light sleeper the bars next door might bother you.
10.0
We loved our time here. We were traveling as a family of 8, with ages ranging from 7 to 75. The condo is spacious and well furnished. The pool was nice and had shade. There was also a nice yard area, where the kids enjoyed playing soccer. The location was perfect and withing walking distance to everything. We did stay over a weekend and dealt with some noise (to be expected in town), but everything quieted down by 10pm.
2.0
We discovered Samara has so many more options that are much more quiet, cleaner and better appointed. This condo is located on a busy street corner with loud motorcycles and automobiles passing at all hours. On the bright side, we could walk to a few very nice restaurants and to the beach. The condo was not very clean inside. We had no shower in either bathroom. This means the showerhead literally dripped water. All six of us suffered bites while sleeping. Not mosquitoes. Bugs that live in the mattress called Acaros. Roughly translated, sand fleas. All three mattresses were very nice quality. They need to be steam cleaned. We left two days early. Owner Paul was kind enough to refund two nights after some coaxing. Hope this helps other travelers.
10.0
Excellent
10.0
This is my second time staying in this particular building and my family loved it just as much as I had before.
We loved being right in the middle of town and having the ability to walk everywhere we wanted to be.
This place is beautiful and has everything you could ever need. The water pressure is always an issue in Samara but our group made it work. The rooms were clean and well kept up. The air conditioners were definitely appreciated and the ceiling fans helped circulate the air. The kitchen and living room were exactly what we were looking for with everything you’d expect you’d need there. The laundry room even offered us some beach umbrellas and chairs. .The pool was appreciated when we returned each night.
This is the ideal place for any type of group and more than reasonable for the cost of the stay.
10.0
Great stay in Samara- Better than pictured
We stayed for 3 nights (5 adults+ 2 young kids). The place is amazing - very spacious, we never felt cramped. The kitchen is huge and allows for multiple people to be working in there at the same time. The house seemed to have lots of little 'extras' -beach chairs, condiments, drying rack outside for towel. It is in the center of town but was mostly quiet (some bar music could be heard from about 9-10:30 at night but nothing outrageous or even very annoying). There was loud music playing until 2 AM on a holiday (July 25) but we had seen it mentioned in other reviews that would be the case and were expecting that. The pool outside was great to have especially with younger kids because it has a cover to protect them from the sun so we could let them swim midday without fear of sunburn. This is a lower unit and there were people above us but we NEVER heard them - the floor must be very well sound proofed. Having the washer/dryer was nice because it's hard to dry things in the rainy season so we didn't have to leave with a bag of wet clothes/swimwear/towels. Overall, definitely a place we would stay at again if we go back to Samara.
10.0
A perfect place to stay in Samara!
We loved our stay at Paul's house in Samara! We are a family of four, with two adult children. It was so nice for everyone to have their own space to spread out. The beach, many restaurants, the grocery store, and Roots bakery are all a five minute walk. Beach towels and chairs are provided. We didn't use the pool but it looked nice.
10.0
Great spot in Samara
This was a great place to stay in Samara! Spacious, clean, comfortable and close to everything Samara has to offer. Owner and property manager were very kind and accommodating. There was loud music playing at a nearby bar on Saturday night but the music stopped by 10pm and the rest of the nights were quiet. We would definitely stay there again!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Samara?
The average price for a rental in Samara is $102 per night. This rental is $148 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.. Enjoy the water!
Is Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families. pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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