The layout of this home was great for our 6-person family group. The 3 en suite bedrooms directly off the pool deck and a large upstairs bedroom with separate terrace are spacious and well laid out (we didn’t use the 5th “no view” bedroom). We had some difficulty with the water temperature in a couple of the bathrooms, but once we realized the handle needed to be turned in the opposite direction from a normal setup, all was well. There’s also some finesse required to get the grill to light, but these were both very minor issues to which the property manager responded quickly. We loved the breakfasts prepared by Daniela and appreciated the mid-week cleaning. As other reviewers note, the home is located at the top of a very steep hill - several family members did walk down to the beach and into town a few times during our stay; the walk down is easy and pleasant and the walk up is a good way to work off the big breakfast. We had a rental car and it’s definitely tricky to turn around in the driveway (also, parking in town is its own challenge). Still, we were glad to have a car for quick runs to the nearby Auto Mercado and for day trips. Overall, the home and pool are well maintained and well managed and the team at Stay in Tamarindo is responsive and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely work with them again.

Casa Ventana is a beautiful home with an awesome view. We enjoyed our time by the pool. Adriana and Cris were very helpful with a late check-out and arranging restaurants and activities.

Great place! We would stay here again. Homemade breakfast was a highlight. View is even better than the pictures.

First, this was my first time staying in a private home. I usually stay in a hotel when I travel. I celebrated my 40th birthday with 5 of may friends and we all had our own space. The home is very spacious and has an amazing view of the ocean and the sunsets. We opt to buy groceries and have our breakfast prepared which was the best. Two nights we had a personal chef come in and prepared and served dinner. The concierge was very helpful. I did have a couple issues, but they did not make or break my stay. I stayed in the master bedroom and had to let the shower run a bit before I was able to get hot water. Since I felt like I was waisting water, I took cold or Luke warm showers during my stay. The two back rooms had no problems at all. Also, you do need a car or a driver. The beach is near but not a 4 min. walk. You have to walk down a steep hill and walk back up. Which is very hard. The home is close to town and lots of restaurants and beach bars. I must say, I had a great time. I felt comfortable in the home and would stay again and will recommend to others. It was close enough to interact with others, but far enough to feel like you are in a remote place. Perfect setting.

The view was even better in person. The layout of the home was spacious and ideal for our family of seven. Everything in the home was in working condition. It is worth noting that although the home is in close enough proximity to the beach and some of the shops and restaurants in Tamarindo such that one could walk, walking entails going up steep inclines to get to the elevated home that could cause a problem for someone not in great physical condition.

The property was described precisely as it is. Beautiful home with great bedrooms, four of which looked out over the panoramic vista of ocean and lush foliage. The infinity pool was a great place for us all to hang out with its ample seating and the views were wonderful. We highly recommend this property. Also everyone from the front gate people to the house staff and groundskeepers were very friendly. And Adriana and Cris always answered promptly if we had any questions.

Perfect setting with a commanding ocean view, gated community and very quiet. I would gladly return.

We had a great week at this beautiful home. The property is just as pictured- gorgeous views! Cris was very helpful throughout our stay- as was everyone connected with the home and with Stay in Tamarindo

We loved this house! The view was incredible, we loved having UTVs to go into town and the location was wonderful. The house is better than the pictures show. We loved opening the windows to the pool and outdoor sitting areas and looking at the waves. We will be back!!!

The house, views, and team of staff were amazing. We could not have asked for a more ideal house for our group of 9 late 20 year olds. As many of the reviews have mentioned, the hill to the house is pretty steep but adds to the amazing view. Highly recommend renting a Polaris (many of the rental shops said a golf cart would "burn out" going up the hill) or expect to call a cab / Uber to get you back up.

The house was amazing, the property manager and our morning breakfasts were amazing! Love Costa Rica and this is a perfect house for families. We enjoyed walking the hill however I’d recommend a golf cart if you’re not interested in some good leg workouts 😊

2 families with 10 people. The house and location couldn’t have been more perfect. The home is in an ideal neighborhood with a stunning view. Golf carts are a must to zip in and out of town. Cris and her team were quick to respond to questions. The excursions were great and Gustavo was a terrifIc guide and driver.

The house is AMAZING and comes complete with everything you need for an amazing vacation. The breakfast service is wonderful and it’s great to have the house cleaned a bit mid-stay. Huge Shot Out to Cris- the concierge/ property manager who took amazing care of us during our stay and prior helping us get everything set up. From transportation, massages, to fishing, to golf cart rentals- she creates a FIRST class experience. She was incredible to work with and always followed up and was there even through out our stay. She is probably the best part of the experience. We appreciated everything she did for us.One thing I would let the cleaning crew know- is to not swap someone’s laundry. My clothes were swapped and unfortunately most of my clothes air dry and will shrink in the dryer. A few items were shrunk and now I cannot wear them- but everything else was so amazing I can totally look past those things. It really was such an amazing stay in an amazing country!

The house is AMAZING and comes complete with everything you need for an amazing vacation. The breakfast service is wonderful and it’s great to have the house cleaned a bit mid-stay. Huge Shot Out to Cris- the concierge/ property manager who took amazing care of us during our stay and prior helping us get everything set up. From transportation, massages, to fishing, to golf cart rentals- she creates a FIRST class experience. She was incredible to work with and always followed up and was there even through out our stay. She is probably the best part of the experience. We appreciated everything she did for us. One thing I would let the cleaning crew know- is to not swap someone’s laundry. My clothes were swapped and unfortunately most of my clothes air dry and will shrink in the dryer. A few items were shrunk and now I cannot wear them- but everything else was so amazing I can totally look past those things. It really was such an amazing stay in an amazing country!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wow- we had an incredible, last minute stay at this property. It is actually better in person than it is in the photos!!!! The porch is covered and there are lounge chairs on the patio (not shown in the photos). This house made our trip so special. It was INCREDIBLE!!!!! The biggest perk was not having to worry about a THING! The booking staff took care of everything. You could literary show up here and have the gals plan your trip from excursions, to private dinners, restaurant recommendations, airport transfers, etc. It was carefree. No research needed- the will do it better than you can! The house was stunning, stunning, stunning. Plain and simple. It felt like a real treat to be there. We enjoyed being able to walk to the beach, yet the location gets you out of the hustle and bustle. Walking down the hill to Panga a real treat. View can not be beat. Any issue we had was immediately fixed (dishwasher not working bc a fuse blew but we could not find it- fixed within minutes). Cleaning staff a treat.. It as so memorable. Sunsets on the patio....we hope to return. This really was a perfect and once in a lifetime rental. THANK YOU!!!

Rating Details:The property manager was very helpful.The vacation rental was spotless.I was very happy with the location.I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.Reviewer Comments:Wow- we had an incredible, last minute stay at this property. It is actually better in person than it is in the photos!!!! The porch is covered and there are lounge chairs on the patio (not shown in the photos). This house made our trip so special. It was INCREDIBLE!!!!! The biggest perk was not having to worry about a THING! The booking staff took care of everything. You could literary show up here and have the gals plan your trip from excursions, to private dinners, restaurant recommendations, airport transfers, etc. It was carefree. No research needed- the will do it better than you can! The house was stunning, stunning, stunning. Plain and simple. It felt like a real treat to be there. We enjoyed being able to walk to the beach, yet the location gets you out of the hustle and bustle. Walking down the hill to Panga a real treat. View can not be beat. Any issue we had was immediately fixed (dishwasher not working bc a fuse blew but we could not find it- fixed within minutes). Cleaning staff a treat.. It as so memorable. Sunsets on the patio....we hope to return. This really was a perfect and once in a lifetime rental. THANK YOU!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I read the reviews before choosing this home and every single positive review doesn't begin to give this property justice. The pictures can't depict the amazing views, where an entire wall of the house pushes open to ocean breeze and panoramic views of Tamarindo and the sea. Or the master shower having frosted glass in *just the right places* and clear views otherwise to allow you to watch the ocean waves. The hill to the top is walkable for the aerobic type, but the golf cart rental was clutch and we cruised around town in compete comfort---$55/day got us a golf car OR a 4 wheel drive rental car similar in size to a murano in the USA. The AC is EFFICIENT and works VERY well. The wifi is awesome and the kitchen is extremely well stocked. The breakfast that comes with the chef each morning is enough to make you gain 10 lbs on the trip and not care one bit. They helped us coordinate everything: shuttles from San Jose, tours, in town local recommendations, where to take our 20 yellowfin tuna that we caught and have them cooked in town!!!!!...the pool was absolutely perfect for the kids and was only "in the shadows" until about 10 am (the sun rises behind the house and sets in front of it). So, sunlovers aren't scorned and the sunsets are mindblowing. It's in a guarded gated community (though Tamarindo is super safe...and I'm a hyper-protective traveler with two toddlers). No worries if you don't speak Spanish--this home has service that is very proficient in English and can answer all your questions clearly. A few expected problems occurred when we hunkered down for an insane night storm that beat up the hillside homes, but they were promptly fixed by 10 am the next morning. I literally can't write a review more positively on a property, unless perhaps I wrote it in all caps so I could show you I was SHOUTING OUT HOW AMAZING IT REALLY WAS!!! (and frankly, that would just annoy us all). Beds were super comfy, too. Stop scrolling and just rent this home.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A group of 10 girlfriends stayed at Casa Ventana at the end of August and we had an amazing time. The house layout is perfect for a large group giving everyone comfort an privacy, but yet the common areas are intimate and perfect for entertaining. Everything is well-maintained and the breakfast provided is a plus that we very much appreciated. The view from the house is simply paradise! The house is in a very safe location and is convenient to many beaches and attractions the area has to offer. We use the concierge services provided to book transportation and some activities and were very pleased with the service of both the concierge and the tour operators. I recommend you either rent a golf cart or car to move around the area to make the best of your vacation.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent home away from home. Beds very comfortable, lots of space, pool used every day. Superb view! Our breakfast cook was amazing and Cristine took good care of us. She booked all activities.Close to the beach, restaurants, shops. On a big hill, rent the golf carts. Would go again!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We travelled with a large group and it was just perfect for us. The pool was the kids favourite, of course. Every room had it’s own AC and washroom which was really nice. Having a laundry room was a huge help too. The highlight of the house is having the joy of watching the breathtaking sunset over the ocean every single evening. What a stunning view! Marina came every morning and cooked us a delicious breakfast and cleaned the house. Her eggs were always perfect. You’ll need a car for sure if you plan on leaving the house. The hill up to the house is really long and steep, it’s tiring to walk up especially for young kids. The location is convenient as it’s very close to the biggest grocery store and the town of Tamarindo. We would definitely go back in a heart beat! Miss it already!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A serious WOW! Excellent accommodations, service, food and wonderful folks at El Tesoro and throughout the town. Better in person than even the photos describe. Casa Ventana is so inviting, you could easily spend your entire vacation at the property.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Such a great experience. The Tamarindo Rentals team was so helpful and everyone was so friendly.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved the house and amenities. It's away from town but close enough

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented this house for our small destination wedding in Tamarindo and it was absolutely perfect! The layout of the home provided plenty of privacy for our guests-it was almost like having our own private hotel. The staff who maintained the property were friendly and took great care of the property. The location is convenient to town (though the hill up to the house is quite steep), and the pool area is the perfect hang out spot and offers amazing views of the ocean and Tamarindo. Would absolutely recommend to a friend, and hope to come back in the future.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I absolutely loved this house and the Tamarindo area, me and my family had a blast, the whole Stay in Tamarindo was very acommodating and helpful, if I go back to CR this is where I'm staying!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Two families shared this beautiful home overlooking the Pacific. We had 4 adults with five children. With plenty of space and the outdoor patio area there was always a place to seek a little quiet time. The breakfast offered was a nice highlight to the vacation. This was a great time to get the whole group together to enjoy a cultural style breakfast before the day began. We did several activities which added to our stay in Tamarindo. I'd highly recommend a golf cart to access the town, restaurants, and beach-made life a lot easier. We miss the area already but are still enjoying the coffee.

I stayed for a week with my fiance at this gorgeous house the first week of May. The house was even more beautiful in person than pictures. Our favorite part by far was the view. The view you get of the beach and ocean are incredible to say the least. You are extremely close to all the restaurants, shops, and even a grocery store called Auto Mercado which is super convenient. We rented a car for the week but ended up just parking it at the bottom of the hill and walking into town (it'sTHAT close). The staff that will help you are amazing. Everyone at the front office is super helpful and I'd like to give a huge special shout out to Cristina who suggested and booked all of our activities for the week. We highly recommend the sunset cruise and the ATV tour. Maria came by each morning and made an amazing breakfast that included eggs, fruit, pancakes, rice and beans, OJ, coffee, and more. We loved this house over all and would definitely return.

I stayed in Ventana with a group of friends and had the most relaxing, fun stay. We absolutely loved the house, it was spotless and very comfortable. Having breakfast cooked by Maribel every morning was great! We really enjoyed making a BBQ for lunch and watching the sunset from the pool! The property management company was very helpful and responsive, Cristina set us up with a great surf instructor and a very fun zip line tour, we are very much looking forward to our next trip!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were welcomed by a cement mixer, gravel, sand, and cinder blocks on the driveway that blocked ease of backing out of the driveway that was already challenging because of the steep incline. All drivers including tour shuttle drivers had no turning space and we had to back out in reverse. Three days before it was removed. Toilets in front entrance and bedroom under staircase backed up with foul odor. Dishwasher would not work till 6th day after serviceman. Water leak from wall in garbage can area. Management tried their best to do service recovery and fixes, but this house failed them. Kitchen was inadequate for catering for guests per caterer recommended by management. He suggests max of 12. Suggestions to improve: honest disclosure of condition of property, inspection prior to receiving guests with criteria list, and fix plumbing issues before renting out again. Maribel, daily cook/housekeeper exemplifies Pura Vida. Sunset House and Casa Tortugas which our party rented as well did not have any issues at all. Upper landing staircase and masters closet stayed HOT.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house. Everything was near perfection with the following minor exceptions. 5th bedroom feels like a cave with limited windows and sunlight. Two bedrooms people said they had issues getting hot water in their shower. The 1/2 bath in front of house had issue with sewer odor. We rarely used it because of this. Staff came out to fix it but the odor returned after the first use of the bathroom. Faulty trap design or something. Little further from town than I would have hoped but still not bad. Would recommend the house add an umbrella of some sort for the afternoon sun. After 1pm you COOKED with no shade options outside. Those issues being said the house was amazing. Great pool. Amazing views. 4 bedrooms being very nice and great views and light. Kitchen was perfect. The breakfast was so great. Spoiled me for all future trips. Really would consider the house again. It was that good. And we NEVER repeat stay in hotel/houses/destinations.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This a beautiful new property. The design and location of the house was perfect for our family of 11 people of ages 10 to 75. View of the Pacific is outstanding and the house is conveniently located to the beach, restaurants and shops. The Costa Rica breakfast each morning was a treat and real plus. The Staff was very helpful, special acknowledgement should be given to Cristina Gonzalez and Fey Clercx for all their help with tours, transportation and restaurant reservations. A great stay and great time. We highly recommend! (PS. tell Costa Rica to change their exit tax payment procedure. Makes departure by Airplane a nightmare! 1hour + long lines many people caused to miss flights).