What an incredible experience! We absolutely loved staying in this beautiful home. It’s pure paradise! Truly was the chance of a lifetime. We loved how safe we felt in this gated complex, and loved the rural feel of the surrounding area/towns. Definitely need 4 wheel drive for the dirt roads leading into Panilla! The kitchen and linens were all well stocked, we stayed in and cooked a few nights and found everything we needed. Having the “American” grocery store Auto Mercato was just perfect. Only thing was the WiFi never worked, but I’m sure that’s to be expected! We embraced it and truly spent the week enjoying Pura Vida!

This home was beautifully decorated, comfortable, spotless, private and perfectly located to get to great surf spots. We enjoyed the monkeys, pool and lovely beach sunsets every night. We definitely hope to return in the future!

Our group of 5 adults and an 8 year old greatly enjoyed our stay. The interior decor is very modern and inviting, the kitchen is stocked with everything needed, and the location can’t be beat. Walking distance to the Marriott pool and beach and the private community pool can be seen from the home. Short distance to the Beach Club with another great pool and surfing. Wonderful host and accommodations!

Great location. Easy access to all amenities. Would definitely stay here again. Elisabet was very accommodating and easy to work with.

Excellent property. Everything you need in the house. Great location. Close to pool and walking distance to beach.

Elisabet has a wonderful place and it’s got all your basic comfort needs...as if you were at your own home.

Quiet private secure location just south of town. Great kitchen and exterior areas. Close to pool. clean and has everything you need. Road getting to resort is pretty bumpy but once inside resort things are great. Large bedrooms. Would definitely stay again

Fantastic! This was our second stay at this property, we love it. Spacious and private with short walk to pool. Nicely furnished, comfortable for our adult family with plenty of room for us to spread out. We will be booking this again on our next trip.

Our family stayed here and fell in love not only with Hacienda Panilla, but this property in particular. It was spacious and nicely decorated, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We could tell a lot of thought went into the set up of the interior and we thoroughly enjoyed its beauty in addition to all CR had to offer! The host was very kind and helpful and we hope to come back!We also loved the proximity to the pool and the lighting on the verandas each morning. . . A real gem!

Our family stayed here and fell in love not only with Hacienda Panilla, but this property in particular. It was spacious and nicely decorated, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We could tell a lot of thought went into the set up of the interior and we thoroughly enjoyed its beauty in addition to all CR had to offer! The host was very kind and helpful and we hope to come back! We also loved the proximity to the pool and the lighting on the verandas each morning. . . A real gem!

This condo is awesome, so much room and space. Had everything down to a lemon press! Short walk to the Marriott. We went in February and things were really quiet. The management and host were very helpful and accessible. Loved everything about the area, we had friends in downtown Tamarindo and loved having a quieter easier pace.

We thoroughly enjoyed our time. The condo is appointed beautifully, was clean, spacious and had all the amenities, plus some that you would expect. The proximity to the pool was fantastic and the short walk to watch the sunset at Playa Bonita was a treat. The upper balcony with the lounge chairs and hammock was such a lovely place to enjoy the sounds and beauty of Costa Rica. Each evening a family of monkeys would come and play in the trees nearby which was a big hit with the kids. The beach club and Avellanas Beach were close enough to spend time in the surf. We took surf lessons and really enjoyed Lola's Restaurant as well. Communication with the property owner was great and even though we arrived earlier than expected housekeeping nicely let us change and leave our belongings so we could head to the beach to enjoy the day. We felt very safe and would definitely stay again in the future!

Spacious, high quality place near everything we love - perfect beaches, great golf, great pools, restaurants, hiking/biking trails, even horseback riding - all in 4500 acres of well kept grounds plus wilderness areas.

We have been coming to the Tamarindo area since 2013. However, this is the first time we have stayed in Hacienda Pinilla, but it won’t be the last. The house exceeded all of our expectations. The furnishings were beautiful. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. There were lots of beach towels and extra linens. There were multiple places to relax both inside and outside; sofas, hammocks, etc.... We had access to both the local pool in Palma Real and the beach club. I can’t recommend this home enough. We are looking forward to returning again next year.

This property is represented online accurately. It has everything you could want during your stay! Beautiful villa with great living space, seconds from the complex pool and fitness center. Hacienda Pinilla is a fantastic community with great beaches and a wonderful beach club. Rent surfboards and bikes to enjoy the property in its entirety.

Hacienda Pinilla es precioso, la casa está bien equipada y playa mansa es deliciosa para pasar el día.

Our family had a blast and the house was everything as advertised. We have been there before and have stayed in several houses just like this one but we have to say this was one of the best ones, well equipped and everything as promised. Thanks again we will be back!

My second time in Pinilla: absolutely worth it. Beautiful and tranquil place, comfortable house, clean pool, everything we needed near by, walking distance from the beach, monkeys at our door :) just perfect.

We had a great trip. We loved the condo and will likely be booking it again in the future. The ranch is amazing and it’s really fun to see all the wildlife.

The accomodations were very comfortable and the location was convenient to the Marriot facilities. We were very impressed overall and will plan on returning.

Outstanding week at Casa Mandala! Excited to come back!

We had an amazing time at Hacienda Pinilla and really loved this home. It was extremely clean and spacious, and it was in a great location. The beds were so comfortable - everyone slept extremely well. You definitely will need a car (or golf cart) if you choose to stay, and you should really take the time to drive the entire property - it's gorgeous! We rode horses and used the club house, the beach was a nice short walk, and extremely private. We were fortunate to experience a lot of wild life, with howler monkeys in the trees in the vicinity to iguanas sunbathing in the street. If we had to plan it again, we would camp out here the entire time in Costa Rica. The house was outfitted with everything we needed - soft bath towels, beach towels, kitchen was nicely equipped, and having a washer and dryer was helpful. We definitely want to come back to this property!

This condo was one of the cleanest, most beautiful, well-equipped and well-located places we've ever stayed at in Costa Rica. Located in Hacienda Pinilla, a large, secure community which also includes the JW Marriott, it's about a 20 min drive to Tamarindo. The host, Elisabet, has taken great care to ensure that her guests are comfortable and can easily get oriented to their surroundings. It's easy to check-in and out and management is very responsive. The condo is located next to the pool and workout room. You're also within a 5 minute walk to the JW Marriott, for their restaurants and beach access. It's a 5-10 minute walk along the beach to epic surf spots Little Hawaii, Avellanas, Langostino. When you walk into the condo, you are awed by a grand staircase, followed by an expansive great room with a large kitchen, dining table and wonderfully comfy sofa & chairs for socializing. The wrap-around outdoor porch off the great room is where we spent most of our time, lounging in the hammock or having breakfast outside, watching the birds and monkeys in the trees around us. There's also a yard for kids to play. There's a bedroom downstairs with King bed and en suite bathroom, as well as a separate bathroom in the hallway for guests. Upstairs, the walls of the huge master bedroom (which also has a large en suite bathroom) open up to another, more private, wrap-around porch, which is shady and lovely to sit out on and listen to the wildlife around you. The porch is equipped with lounge chairs and another gorgeous hammock. There's another delicious sitting room upstairs to watch TV or just hang out. The third bedroom contains two single beds (and another en suite bathroom). All the furnishings and bedding are high quality, stylish and comfortable. You'll have an amazingly relaxing time. I highly recommend this as your "home away from home" in Costa Rica. You'll be glad you stayed here - and I'm sure you'll want to come back again next time!

We were a 3 generational family of 7 travelling together and we all enjoyed this property. A downstairs suite was perfect for the grandparents with the rest of the family upstairs. The condo was so clean and comfortable and with perfect proximity to the pool. No matter what our excursions were, we finished the day in the pool while preparing a meal in the very well appointed kitchen. Loved this property!!

What a fabulous trip! This condo was everything we could have hoped for…Hammocks for us to enjoy, fans in every room, and a few quick steps away from the pool. We enjoyed looking at what seemed like millions of stars every night (seriously…so many more stars than we have ever seen!) and enjoyed seeing iguanas running on the roads every day. We have stayed in vacation properties before, and you never truly know what to expect, but this place checked all the boxes! Plenty of towels (bath and beach), water pressure was great, very clean residence, and we loved all the places to lounge! Nice and open for the whole family!! Location was great too. Not too close to town where we would have heard the hustle and bustle, but close enough where we could run to the store or into some shops for some souvenirs (or horseback riding on the beach!). The Marriott was right around the corner from us for meals and there was also a beach club around the corner from us. Tons of beaches all within a short drive and we even saw some wild moneys on our last day! We all got a kick out of seeing them – especially the kids! Thank you to the owners of this great place! My family all loved it and we were so happy to experience…PURA VIDA!!!

We had an amazing vacation!! We loved the house and waking up each morning to beautiful birds in the nearby trees. The pool was lovely, and the community was very friendly and safe. We had dinner at the Marriott a couple times and the food was good. We enjoyed Pangas (Tamarindo) and Deevena restaurant and adored LOLA's, where we arrived early and rented an umbrella on the beach, had amazing food, and stayed to watch the sunset. The Costa Rican people are amazing! My only complaint is that the beach club is really a 30-40 minute walk in the hot sun. You really do need to rent a car or golf cart before you arrive. Nonetheless, we had a great vacation and will definitely return!!

This was our 2nd time staying in Hacienda Pinilla, but first time staying in this particular unit. The moment we arrived, we were greeted by the housekeeper who gave us a tour of how things worked. The unit was super clean and modern. We loved laying in the hammocks and listening to the birds. 3 Monkeys would sit outside in the distance each afternoon. The condo was so close to the pool that we could see our kids play, but far enough that we were not disturbed by the noise. We would take a 5 minute drive to Langosta beach where we would spend hours swimming in the turquoise waters. The beach in front of the beach club is a damn pretty nice... but Langosta beach is a slice out of heaven. We would buy fresh lobster tails and Mahi Mahi and from the fish market and grill them up on the BBQ that they have for us. Perfect for a family or a couple. I'd go back in a heart beat.

Todo estuvo muy bien en nuestra estadía. Casa amplia, buenas camas, lugar limpio y bien provisto.

A beautiful condo, steps from the pool but very private due to its corner location. We were there at the beginning of the green season and had rain only once in two weeks! But whatever the weather, it was wonderful to sit on the porch and watch the monkeys in the trees outside. Your place had everything necessary for a long stay and more. It feels like a home. Spotlessly clean. When the lightbulb in the laundry room burned out they were there immediately to fix it. The beautiful photographs of the local four footed residents of Hacienda Pinilla remind you that you are indeed on a ranch. The beach palapas are minutes away by foot, seconds in a golf cart. Highly recommend! We will be back for sure!

We were amazed by the beauty and calm of the compound that this condo was in. The condo itself was spacious, clean and inviting. The community pool is a few steps away, past really cool leaf-cutting ant trails! The "Perfect" beach, white sands, great friendly surf and warm sea, is a short walk away. Beautiful sunsets! Monkeys, exotic birds abound! Restaurant on the beach a sandy stroll away. More great restaurants a short drive away! Too much good to share. We highly recommend this condo, the location and opportunities for exploring and fun!

My family just returned from 10 days in Hacienda Pinilla and this villa is the perfect location! It's very close to the JW Marriott and a short drive to the beach club. The villa pool is basically in the backyard, and it's never crowded. We spent alot of time on the porches, relaxing in the hammocks, and cooking fresh fish on the grill. There was a family of howler monkeys by the pool every morning. We rented a golfcart for extra transportation when our party of 7 wanted to split up, and it was perfect. We also spent alot of time at the beach club. The food and drinks are excellent, the massages are life-changing, and the beach is the best! We are already planning our next trip! Betz Family, San Francisco, CA

Everything was great! We loved our stay and location.