“awesome stay” I was invited to stay down here during the 2nd week of Nov. The condo was very clean and had everything that was advertised. The spare bedroom was roomy and offered what I needed. The property is very convenient to the beach and downtown. The grounds are very clean with security on a daily basis. I would recommend this condo and hope to return one day. Thomas

“full of great sights, sounds, and food Costa Rica is to much fun” If you want the ultimate experience playa hermosa is the place. When your up on the mountain side you will find peace and serenity with a new view of the ocean and the world around it. This home is great and the little town has plenty of friendly people and restaurants. If that's not enough just travel to playa del coco a short trip down the road and another adventure awaits you. The home you stay in has got it all...charm ,a relaxing panoramic view, all that's needed is for you to be there. Take your best friends with you for the week or maybe two you will be back

“Absolutely perfect!” This has been one of the most beautiful vacation rentals I have had the pleasure of staying in. The photos don't do this place justice. I was blown away by the panoramic ocean views from the balcony and how meticulously the condo and community grounds are maintained. The furnishings are brand new and very high-end, especially for Costa Rica. The king bed is extremely comfortable with quality linens, and I'm sure the queen bed in the spare bedroom is just as comfortable, even though it wasn't used. The condo is very secure and in a gated community that is guarded 24/7 which was a nice reassurance. Pacifico is also within walking distance to everywhere in Coco that you'd need to go. I would not hesitate recommending this accommodation to anyone visiting Costa Rica. This is truly the best place you could stay in Playas del Coco, it doesn't get any better! Thank you Dave for your wonderful hospitality.

“A Dream Come True...” From the moment we met Neil and Verda, we felt confident that their property would be flawless. And it was. It was beautiful. Everything worked as expected. Everything we needed was there. All we had to do was buy a few groceries. The fact that the property is steps away from a gorgeous infinity pool and excellent outdoor restaurant only added to the appeal of the place. The beach is totally private. So private that we enjoyed relaxing massages outside! Verda had decorated for Christmas with lighted trees inside and out on the patio. We felt totally at home. I could go on and on. We hope to return someday...

“Everything was perfedt!” Mark, Thank you so much for your hospitality. We had a great time at your condo. Everything was perfect. The local beaches were incredible! We enjoyed the use of the beach supplies, mask and snorkels and kayak while on the beach. You have fantastic views of the ocean and Flamingo beaches from your deck. The telescope was very cool! We also viewed a lot of great wildlife in the trees. We will be back for sure! Maggie

“Heaven on Earth” Best to keep this review short, sweet and to the point: There is no place that compares to StuCasa at Las Catalinas. The house is impeccable. The beach is beautiful and peaceful. The property is perfectly cared for. The restaurant/bar and surf shop on the property are both well run and fantastic. I look forward to going back many more times. Pura Vida

“Great place...Wonderful time!” I've traveled throughout many parts of Costa Rica over the years but my last stay was most memorable at Hotel Gardenia in Tamarindo. Although, it is a relatively new hotel, it has a beauty and charm that make it distinct and memorable. My apartment was clean with a well-equipped kitchen as well as a small living room. Due to the beauty of the size of Gardenia, I felt I was treated quite personably as a guest and got to spend some enjoyable time engaging with others by the pool which was one of the highlights of my stay. I am looking forward to my return to Gardenia next summer!

“Two Bedroom Condo Between Coco and Playa Ocotal” We stayed here 4 months and have only nice things to say about the owner and employees of this complex. We were very comfortable and the location was quiet and pet friendly. We could not swim in the pool because of the shape and depth but if swimming is not a priority it is a great place to sit and enjoy. I would definitely stay here again...

“Absolutely amazing!” There was nothing we didn't love about this vacation! The condo was spacious, clean and had all the creature comforts of home. Wifi is always a huge plus when traveling out of the states and makes things so much easier for us to keep up with. The view is absolutely breathtaking. We enjoyed massages on the patio not once but twice as it was so beautiful and the massage was so fantastic that we couldn't help ourselves! It is conveniently located and we easily traveled around to different beaches. We saw monkey's everyday on the way in to the complex, such a neat experience. The beach club is conveniently located right next to Father Roosters which quickly became our favorite hang out spot (Try a mint margarita! it's a must!) I would recommend this vacation rental for anyone looking to relax and enjoy the view or head out for adventures and come home to a safe, secure and clean place.

“Fabulous 50th Girlfriend Adventure” I was lucky enough to stay in this beautiful villa for a week with 4 of my best girlfriends to celebrate 50th birthdays last month. From the moment we walked into the villa, we all knew that this was going to be a great home base for our adventure in Costa Rica. The villa itself is beautifully decorated, with all of the creature comforts you expect. The kitchen is stocked with all of the tools needed to cook meals or make delicious tropical drinks to enjoy on the patio. The patio itself has a breathtaking view of the bay (don't miss those sunsets) and is the perfect place to observe the abundant wildlife. We were visited daily by more hummingbirds than we could count, the local jays (much friendlier than those we have in the Southern US), mapeche, and Cutter the Coati. We also saw flocks of parakeets, a troop of howler monkeys and Halloween crabs. There are two pools in the property, but we spent our pool time in the upper one, which is a very short walk from the villa. The restaurant on the property, Picante, is excellent as well. We ate two meals there and were not disappointed either time. The food was solid, the cocktails hit the mark and the service was very friendly. The office staff is very accommodating as well, so take advantage of their knowledge of the area. We were able to book all of our excursions with Cesar's help and guidance. We had some general ideas of what we wanted to do, but everything we did was pulled right out of the notebook that the owners provide, so be sure to take a look at it. The villa is about a 30 minute drive from the Liberia airport, and the little town of Playa del Coco is very lively, so be sure to poke around there. We had dinner at Papagayo, take out pizzas from the Italian joint (it's name escapes me, but it's in the owner's book) and did all of our food shopping in the local grocery stores and roadside fruit market. The locals are super friendly and very laid back. We had our own car and getting used to the local's habit of driving with gusto took a little time. Relax, keep your eyes peeled and go with the flow. You'll be fine in a day or two. Overall, it was an amazing trip and I can't wait to go back!!