House in PlayaGrande, Guanacaste

Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!

Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!

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Villa Olivia:  Playa Grande, Costa Rica
Exterior
Exterior
Pool
Palm Trees, Ocean Breezes, and Sun Rays

Overview of Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 153500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

PlayaGrande, Guanacaste
  • Popular LocationLas Baulas National Marine Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationTamarindo Beach29 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Langosta34 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

+1
3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bali Shower

Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Kitchen

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!

Villa Olivia is a fabulous multi-level oceanfront vacation home exquisitely situated on the pristine sandy beach of Playa Grande. The mediterranean style layout of this 5 bedroom beach house emphasizes open spaces and expansive wrap-around verandas. Furnishings and decor are contemporary and comfortable, many custom-made from rich local hardwoods.

A refreshing open air courtyard offers each bedroom a private entrance. Terrazzo tile floors flow throughout the interior and spill out across the spacious beachfront verandas. Tropical gardens, including coconut, banana and palm trees create an attractive atmosphere.

Accommodations for 15 guests, Villa Olivia is an ideal retreat for an oceanfront holiday with large families and groups of friends. A beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories. **sleeps 29, with Casa Mirage #78040 -14 guests**

Room 1: 2 twin beds
Room 2: queen bed
Room 3: king bed
Room 4: queen & twin bed
Room 5: 2 queens, 2 singles

Uniquely located with no roads to cross or vegetation to block your view. Imagine surfing directly off the backyard, scanning the trees for howler monkeys, sea shelling along the beach or gazing at the stars. From the privacy of this beachfront home take delight swinging in a hammock, indulging in a spa treatment, sipping from a freshly opened coconut or simply smiling at a sunset. It's barefoot luxury!

A key advantage of being in Playa Grande is it's small but lively neighborhood community, yet only 20 minutes from the high paced and partying tourist town of Playa Tamarindo. There are a variety of 12 restaurants, a few surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and boogie boards/surfboards/SUPs rentals are all within walking distance. For all this, PG is the perfect laid-back beach location.

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Less than an hour drive from the Liberia Airport (LIR,) Playa Grande is centrally located between Playa Tamarindo and Playa Flamingo. Truly one of the most unique, unspoiled vacation spots in Costa Rica, its 2 mile-long crescent shaped coastline, of warm blue waters and honey colored sand forms the Las Baulas Marine National Park. A key advantage of being in Playa Grande is it's small but lively community neighborhood and only 20 min. from the high paced tourist town of Playa Tamarindo. A variety of restaurants, surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and bike/surfboard/SUP rentals are within walking distance. For all this, PG is the perfect laid-back beach location.

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Property manager

julie gordon
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We love to have families with kids!

Events

No events allowed
Located in a National Park we do not host events

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$25 charge for each cigarette butt on premiss
TRAVEL INSURANCE: safeguard for airline delays and cancellation, lost bag, medical emergencies. https://----------------
PETTY THEFT - use room lock boxes for valuables, passport, electronic devices. Lock doors when on and off the property. Don't leave items unattended.
SAFETY: Be aware of Rip Tides and interior Floors are very slippery when wet.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Located in a National Park we do not host events
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa Grande

Located on the beach, this villa is in Eastside, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara. Rafael Gonzalez House and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Andree Clark Bird Refuge and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center. Travelling with kids? Make time for Santa Barbara Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Santa Barbara Bowl. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 17 min walk
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 6 min drive
  • Ventanas Beach - 10 min drive
  • Tamarindo Beach - 29 min drive
  • Playa Langosta - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Nari - 30 min drive
  • Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 30 min drive
  • Pico Bistro - 29 min drive
  • Medusa Bar - 30 min drive
  • Bamboo Sushi Club - 30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Olivia: Spectacular Oceanfront Beach Villa. Amazing Location! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Eastside villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Barbara Channel and Santa Barbara Bowl. East Beach and El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Arlen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Awesome
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary.
We loved everything about our stay at Villa Oliva! The house was more beautiful than the pictures. The swimming pool was terrific. I was a little worried as it was small but is had wonderful steps into the pool and comfortable benches to lounge in the clean water. The location is lovely and the beach beautiful and not crowded. Every question or concern was immediately answered and promptly taken care of. Our family of 8 had a great stay! We highly recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

5/5 Excellent

Bob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had the most wonderful family vacation at Casa Olivia recently. This fantastic home is located right on the most beautiful beach. We loved the outdoor areas and the pool. The manager was a great help before our arrival and the staff on-site were wonderful. The meals cooked by Kimberly and Evelyn were highlights of the trip. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Mario B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big Family Reunion
This property was ideal for our family reunion. We were able to rent this house and the property next door through the same owner and it was great! The staff was great and attended to our needs. The location was great and we love the house being right in the beach with easy access. The area was quiet. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by julie gordon

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Why they chose this property

We are a family of 'water babies' born and raised on the beach shores of Santa Barbara, CA. (Of course the grand kids also have this ocean gene). Once my children (Julie, J.C, and Mark) became of an age when we could all travel my husband and I would take them during summer vacation on a surf safari to an exotic destination somewhere in the world. This was not only for fun, but to spend quality time with each other as well as to expose and educate them about different cultures and customs.

On a surfing safari to Costa Rica in '91 we instantly fell in love with the country, the kind and hospitable people, and the natural habitat. It was a paradise!! Long story short after returning to the States and raving to family and friends about this oasis a friend said he had the perfect property for our family in Playa Grande.

My husband flew down a month later and purchased the property for me as my 50th B-Day present! Over the past 17 years both my family and friends lives have been significantly enhanced by the beauty of the 'Tico' people, the natural wonders that surrounds us and the 'Pura Vida' lifestyle. This means Pure Life, an expression of contentment, happiness, and satisfaction with ones life. It's this philosophy that ranks Costa Rica as one of the happiest places in the world!!

We invite you along with your family and friends to visit and enjoy the surf, sand, sun, & experience the 'Pura Vida' life.

What makes this property unique

Playa Grande is a magical beach, for thousands of years the prehistoric leatherback turtles have come to nest and the ancient Chortega Indians performed ceremonies.

Immersed in the peacefulness of the surrounding beauty, the' pura vida' life is easily attained.

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