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Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica

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Pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
TV, books, stereo

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica

Relax in this 2 bedroom bungalow in a quiet, gated, laid-back beach community on Playa Grande, Costa Rica - a local’s surf favorite, pristine sand of Las Baulas National Park, a leatherback turtle nesting site and national reserve.

Restaurants, bars, convenience groceries, swimming pool, king beds, air conditioned, full kitchen and bath, t.v & cable, free wifi, simple tropical living.

Take your morning coffee through double French-doors that lead to your covered patio. Leave the doors open all day to the outdoor living area and the birds of Costa Rica. Take your book and your wine and follow the patio stones through the landscaped gardens to the lounge area surrounding the pool.

Hop on a boat taxi for more shopping, more restaurants and the active night life of Tamarindo. Join a tour to visit volcano’s and hot springs, rainforests, deep sea fishing, canopy zip tours, dinner cruises, snorkeling/diving, sightseeing, wildlife viewing, river cruises, bird watching.

Walk down to meet your neighbors on the beach each evening for the nightly sunset ritual. Cook on your own or dine at your choice of restaurants, bars within walking and a small convenience store and eatery just around the corner.

Built-in furniture found in an open living area with a sit-up kitchen bar, TV, wireless internet, end your day in a king bed in your choice of the 2 air-conditioned bedrooms.

Car Rental is recommended.

Property manager

Rick Mullen

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: An additional $100 per stay for your pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Sun Surf Beach Costa Rica House Playa Grande
Sun Surf Beach Costa Rica House
Sun Surf Beach Costa Rica Playa Grande
Sun Surf Beach Costa Rica
Sun & Surf Beach in Costa Rica Playa Grande
Sun & Surf Beach in Costa Rica Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Playa Grande, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 8 min walk
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 4 min drive
  • Tamarindo Beach - 40 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 43 min drive
  • Playa Langosta - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Grande Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Ventanas Beach. Conchal Beach and Playa Zapotillal are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Sun & surf beach in Costa Rica Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ludmila S.

nice place, great manager
very nice property in close proximity to the beach and surf breaks. Great property manager, helpful, responsive and understanding. Thank you Shawna!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wiskie S.

November visit 2013
We stayed at Sunshine Villa for our vacation this year and are so happy with our choice. The house is very comfortable and clean, the kitchen is nicely equipped and the patio is wonderful. Having stayed across the estuary in very busy Tamarindo in previous visits to CR, we wanted somewhere less crowded this trip. Sunshine Villa fit the bill perfectly, and will be our first choice next time we come to CR. We now recommend Sunshine Villa to our friends and family who want a relaxing stay in a nice house near the beautiful beach and estuary. This villa is everything it was presented to be, the hostess was very helpful and friendly, and the locals are extremely kind and friendly people. We are already planning another visit to Playa Grande and Sunshine Villa!

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay P.

Nice Villa
The villa is within easy walking distance to the beach and a couple of great restaurants. The beds are extremely large and comfortable, AC worked great (It was 35c when we were there so needed it for sure! Only rent a place with AC), and the kitchen is very well equipped (we did lots of cooking in the villa). We enjoyed the small pool and usually had it to ourselves which was nice. Just make sure you do a grocery shop before arriving at Playa Grande as the little markets in PG are VERY expensive. Out of the owner's control but It's Costa Rica, so expect some potential insects. We also were able to do an estuary tour that started just a 2 min walk away which was cool (Shawna organized it for us) and we took the boat over to Tamarindo one morning just to check it out. But PG beach was much quieter and Tamarindo was too busy for us. You can also easily do some trips to other beaches easily such as Playa Conchal which was beautiful. Shawna was very helpful and responded quickly to any of our questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Amazing, Perfect, Wonderful, Stunning... Shall I go on??
We stayed at this wonderful bungalow for a week with my Fiance and another couple. The bungalow was absolutely perfect. It blew our expectations out of the water. It had everything we needed AND MORE. The bungalow was clean, tidy, well-kept, and in a perfect location. We were able to walk to the beach within 2 minutes and had the pool all to ourselves. It was nice to have the option of the pool and beach and do both in one day! The bungalow's kitchen was extremely clean and fully equipt, we were able to cook meals (and make pina coladas) in the house. The bedrooms both had huge beds and A/C (which was a wonderful surprise). The owners were extremely friendly and welcomed us upon arrival. They were very accessible whenever we needed anything and were around to answer any questions or give us suggestions on where to eat and visit. The area is quiet, safe, and close to many amazing resturants. We will DEFINITELY be staying here again and would recommend this place to anyone. It would be great for people of all ages!!! The owners have everything you need and more. We loved finding pool floaties, games, and lawn chairs to watch the stunning sunsets each night. We are already planning our next visit!

6/10 Okay

Diana U., Napa Valley California

Comfortable, but not convenient
The house was bright, cheery and nicely situated with a pool and easy walking distance to the beach. The hosts were accommodating and usually available via text for questions or concerns. The beds were very comfortable, the A/C was a nice feature, the shower is very good. The kitchen badly needs to be better equipped and a new stove. All dishes and glasses were plastic, even wine glasses were old, very dingy plastic. Limited pots/pans, etc. We saw the kitchens of a couple other units......they were much better equipped. The BBQ (both gas & charcoal) are barely holding together. A car is definitely needed. The water taxi (too far to walk with young children) ends at 4pm and a taxi ride back from Tamarindo after dinner is $40-45. There are a handful of restaurants within walking distance, very simple, nice service, basic menus. The nearby market is way over priced....1/4lb butter was $3.25! It is a great spot if you have a car, don't mind 30-40 minutes drives to get anywhere....groceries, shops, ATM, restaurants. If you just want to stay put, walk the beach (gorgeous), lay by the pool, etc. this is the place.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Great Stay in Playa Grande
Sunshine Villa is exactly as pictured / described in the listing. The kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils , etc and the beds were comfortable! We stayed with two young kids and it fit our family well. The walk to the beach was short, just took us longer with the kids and there were a few restaurants nearby to walk to! We felt like we had plenty of privacy with the other villas nearby and very secure. Playa Grande Estates in general is very safe, a little out of the way, but a great community. The only downside to our stay was the pool- everyday there was either animal poop inside or outside the pool. We didn’t use it once we found it inside. Thankfully friends nearby had a pool to use!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Outstanding!
This property exceeded our expectations by a mile. We very highly recommend you stay here as there is everything you need, plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn B.

Love it!!
The best, cutest casa near the beach. We had a great time and loved the accommodations. It was cozy and fully equipped for all our needs. We loved the property managers. The tight community made us feel safe. Outstanding!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

Lovely Villa
We had a wonderful stay at Sunshine Villa! The house is so comfortable and we loved the swimming pool! The property is so beautiful with lots of wild life and as an added bonus it is super close to the beach. Both the owners and property manager were very responsive both before and during the stay. If you are traveling during low season I would recommend having a rental car because the bars and restaurants close during this time so you have to travel to town but it is still a great location. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Laurie G., Just NW of Houston, TX

Isolated beauty
Nearly 15 minutes over rutted, pot-holed, unpaved roads lead to an oasis of calm. Home is one of 5 in a little enclave surrounding the pool. Very peaceful, just like pictures, clean and well-appointed. (no hair dryer, however. And due to on-going drought, there were limitations on length of showers, availability of ice, etc.) Very small, pesky ants are everywhere in Costa Rica. You just have to get used to them & secure all foods in frig. Comfy king beds, good AC, nice pool. Bathroom towels and rugs could def use an upgrade. All communication w/mgmt staff was professional and prompt. Be sure to arrange delivery of foods/beverages ahead of time as the nearest store is over an hour away, and there are only a few restaurants nearby. The beautiful beach is only a short walk away, open from 6-6daily. (Costa Rica nat'l Parks owns the beach property,) Beautiful but truly an isolated destination, although Tamarindo is about 30 minutes away for restaurants, clubs, shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

Just the best experience ever
Not only was the house absolutely perfect and met all our needs, but dealing with Shawna and Jorge was effortless. The house had all the accommodations we could have hoped for. It's location was accessible to everything. I would highly recommend a stay here for anyone who is seeking a tranquil stay in Costa Rica.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Terin P.

Great place!!
We loved this place! Great location, nice compound with a shared pool kept so clean! The only bummer was no big bowl only small cereal bowls and the blender is stripped so doesn't work. Those can be easily replaced. Thanks to Jorge for helping us and our next door friends get comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Michael F.

Excellent Holliday Vacations!
Great place to stay for the Hollidays. Pros: -Very near to the beach. Walking distance. The beach is Awesome. Since it is a National Park it is very well taken care of, it is very clean, there is not a lot of noise. -Very near to restaurants, at least three of them are within walking distance. Some other options in Playa Grande. -Near to convenience store. Walking distance as well. -The house has a very practical distribution and they have everything you need (linen, kitchen appliances, small appliances, cutlery, dishes, etc) -Pool area is nice and has shadow, which makes it comfortable to stay during the day. -Some included entertainment (boogie boards, some books, some board games, cards) -Very recently bought main kitchen appliances. -Good internet. -Clean. Cons -Kitchen and wooden doors may need some maintenance. -Water pump makes some noise that can be fixed. -BBQ is ok, might need maintenance soon.

10/10 Excellent

Susan T., Richmond

Playa Grande - Sunshine Villa
What a fantastic house and location! I was so surprised by what was available within Palm Beach Estates - several great restaurants, bike rentals and tour operators, a little market. It was the icing on the Sunshine Villa cake. The house was so perfect: extremely comfortable king size beds in each bedroom, a nice sized living room with TV, a well stocked kitchen. Outside, the patio led right to the pool and had comfy patio furniture (and hammock) to lounge in. The beach was a short walk away and was much less busy than Tamarindo. If we decide to return to Costa Rica next year, I would definitely consider booking Sunshine Villa again. Muchas gracias and pura vida, Shawna, Rick, and Teresa!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Judy W.

Noise level very dependent on neighbours
I love Palm Beach Estates and will return. Shawna manages this property and she is GREAT - you couldn’t ask for a kinder, more resourceful person who goes above and beyond on all counts. The house has everything you could possibly need - even a boogie board! We stayed for two weeks and had a lovely time BUT it was loud due to rentals behind that seem to attract louder people (probably heard music 10 of 14 days we were there), and the house could use an ant exterminator to go through. Having said that, I think both those issues are seasonal and remedied. We will definitely go back to Palm Beach Estates - it’s a great area!!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Comfortable & relaxed
Comfortable & relaxed
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sue & Dave B.

Excellent vacation
Wonderful villa everything you need would certainly recommend
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Penny K., Fort Frances, Ontario

Playa Grande
We loved this little piece of Costa Rica. My husband and 2 sons (24 and 20) stayed here for New Years -and into January 2018. This is a great little spot, very laid back, practically had the pool to ourselves. Grounds keepers worked diligently every morning to keep everything clean. The villa itself was a great little setup. Keep in mind 1 bathroom! It was okay for a week, but my preference is 2 bathrooms. All dishes are plastic ( I get why), but the pots and pans need replacing, and there needs to be more in order to cook full meals. (baking sheets for nachos etc) We had some trouble with the gas stove, so we were unable to use the stove the entire stay - we used the BBQ, which was fine for us. All the furnishings were comfortable, and we were about a 5-7 min walk to the beach. This is a very laid back, quiet area. If you want some nightlife, you walk up the end of the beach and hop on a boat taxi to Tamarindo (about 2 min ride for 1000CRC), you will have to taxi back if its late as the taxi service does not run at night. (30-40US$) A couple of great walking distance restaurants. Bula Bula is fabulous! Top notch restaurant, and staff! I would come back here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Lou Ann S., London Canada

Good beach rental
House was very clean. Bed super comfortable. Garden beautiful and very well attended to. Overall a great property - only negatives were the kitchen dishes, glasswear, etc could use replacing also chairs around pool not very comfortable. The furniture on the patio of the house however was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Heidi S.

Location is great
Not a 5 Star. The location is great, beach so nice, and surf is great. Little walk to beach. Walked 5 plus miles a day on beach and into town after water taxi. Gecko and scorpion in my bed where not high lights. House is in need of TLC. Broken tiles, holes in ceiling and not proper way to disinfect the dishes was concerning. At what I paid a night maybe got what I paid for.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Fun Family Vacation
The villa was wonderful for our family of four. I loved having two bedrooms so the kids didn't have to share a room with us. The common area is large and kitchen has everything you need to do some cooking. The market around the corner had more American products than the Super Sized one in Tamarindo so check that one first if you are looking for something familiar (assuming you are American of course - LOL). With only six villas in the property the pool was always free for a dip which was nice in the afternoons when the beaches were a little too rough for our little ones. The owner was delightful coming by twice in the week. We really enjoyed working with her as everything went smoothly. My only surprise was that the villa only had air conditioning in the bedrooms and not throughout. Not a deal breaker for us since sleeping was the time we needed it most but just sharing for others.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M., Montmartre,Saskatchewan,Canada

Wonderful stay
We stayed at this condo for the month of Feb. and fell in love with it so much so that we are going back for the month of Feb. / 2016.😄 The condo was equipped with everything we needed and anything we didn't have the owner was more than helpful to accommodate us. It's the perfect spot around an awesome center pool away from the busyness of Tamorindo which is a nice walk down the beach .Love love love it
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

michelle g.

COULDSTAY4EVER
My husband and our 2 teenage daughters spent a week at the beach bungalow. We absolutely loved it. We found the bungalow to be very comfortable and truly enjoyed the simplicity of the location. SURF, SURF, SURF! The owner of the property came by to educate us on the home and surroundings which was very helpful. We requested a grill and she dropped one by later. She even called a couple days into our stay to check up on us. We have rented several homes throughout the years and this has never happened. My only recommendation would be to add a place to have dinner as a family. We sat around the coffee table and it worked out. Thank you for your hospitality and sharing your beautiful casa with us. We were soooooooo sad to have to leave.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Playa Grande February 2014
Our stay at Playa Grande was incredible. The condo is clean and well kept and nicely decorated. We had plenty of room and all our needs were met above and beyond. The garden was beautiful and the gardener (Eric) even chopped fresh coconuts down for us. The location was perfect, walking distance to the beach and two lively restaurants and a corner grocery store. It was only a short walk to catch a boat taxi to Tamarindo, an experience we highly recommend. We rented a car and found that it was very easy to get around. We drove to many locations and never found ourselves lost but were slowed down with the odd cow crossing ...LOL. Shawna Mullen manages this property magnificently. She is well informed and has tons of contacts. She kept in touch by email regularly and made sure all our needs were met and questions answered. We would highly recommend this property and hope to visit again soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful accommodations in Costa Rica!
This was our first trip to C.R. and had a wonderful time. Our accommodation at Charley 6, Sunshine Villa, was excellent. It was very comfortable and very convenient to the mercado, beach, pool, and wonderful restaurants. We had no idea what to expect and found everything delightful at the Villa. Highly recommend the Sunshine Villa to anyone visiting Playa Grande!