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Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand

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Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand

COSTA RICA IS OPEN TO ALL

COVID CLEANING PROTOCOLS FOLLOWED

Bask in beachfront bliss on the water's edge with picture perfect views, spectacular sunsets, tropical sounds in a tranquil setting. View life a little differently from here. Just relax and contemplate the beauty around you.

Casa Arena de Verano (House of Summer Sand) is a rare beachfront condo located in the quaint, coastal community of Playa Potrero, with Mediterranean decor and warm, inviting interiors. Conveniently located within walking distance of grocery store, bakery, restaurants, beaches, marina and downtown Flamingo.

Experience the harmony of the seashore and the smell of fresh ocean air. Listen to the sounds of rolling ocean waves along the shore in front of you and exotic wildlife in the lush jungles behind you offering a tranquil paradise.

Enjoy the beauty of a Pacific sunset and picturesque bay view from your spacious, wraparound balcony. Enjoy a tranquil stroll on 'Endless Beach' or a refreshing swim in one of the areas best beaches right outside your door where tides ebb and flow.

This is a magical place full of nature, beauty and adventure. A place that beacons all who love to be beside the seaside.

Comfortably accommodates 4: 2 Bed/2 bath- King bed in master suite, Queen in second bedroom, AC and ceiling fans in each room. Ceiling fan on the wraparound deck with partially covered/shaded deck with gas grill BBQ and outdoor dining table. Fully equipped kitchen with ocean view and wine bar set up. HD Flat screen TV, extensive DVD movie collection, secure parking, 24 hour security gate, alarm system, maid and concierge service available.

Pamper yourself and enjoy our retreat bonus with meditation music, yoga DVD and 4 yoga mats. Need a good beach read? We've got you covered with our library selection. Docking station for your own private music linked in.

Keywords: Condominium, ocean front, beach front, ocean view, great location, wrap around deck, walking distance to stores and restaurants, designer decor.

Property manager

Karen Cooper

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether 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

About the area

Map
Surfside, Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Potrero - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Penca Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Playa Prieta - 18 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Conchal Beach - 46 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gracia - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tempate condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Flamingo Beach and Penca Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Bask in beachfront bliss with amazing views at House of Summer Sand Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 91 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 91 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem on the beach
My husband and I loved our stay at this condo. It's right on the beach and we enjoyed watching the sunset every night. The condo has just about everything you might need for a fun and relaxing trip. It's located near several restaurants and a market. The concierges for Tropical Homes of CR were great to work with. They met us at the condo for check in, plus helped arrange trips and airport transport. We couldn't have asked for a better vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pacific Beach condo
Our family of four loved our stay here. The condo was fully stocked with everything we could need (the coolers and chairs to take to the beach were a wonderful surprise). Access to laundry was super helpful. The condo is perfectly located; a close drive to some wonderful beaches yet a quieter location to return home to at the end of the day. Sunsets were amazing. Definitely recommend a stay here. Thanks for sharing it with us Karen and family!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D., San Antonio, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
The views and location are spectacular. The condo is everything the description says and more. Very well stocked kitchen and comfortable beds. Highly recommend this unit and will be back sometime.
Stayed 25 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P., APTOS

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations
This condo was perfect for out 12 day trip to Costa Rica. The location was perfect for us. The condo was quiet and right on the beach. We were happy to be close enough to walk to the Marina (via the beach), but far enough away from Playa Flamingo that it was peaceful. I would highly recommend this place. Thank you all for making our stay perfect!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet paradise
Our week stay was fantastic! Morning SUPs, walks on the beach, swimming in the ocean, dinners at local restaurants, sunsets while lounging on the deck… Other beaches in the area were lovely but had paid parking and had vendors hawking. The unit had everything we needed and we had very comfy sleeps. 2 bathrooms is a bonus when travelling with 2 teen girls.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Sunsets!
This is a very nicely decorated condo with a great balcony that has a beautiful view of the sunsets. 2 spacious bedrooms with 2 nice bathrooms. The kitchen only has room for 2 people to work in and be careful of the stove…it’s an ignitor light so make sure you’re familiar with how to start it before you do. The condo is central to several great beaches and a very short walk to the beach right in front of the balcony. All in all, a wonderful place to stay for our first trip to Costa Rica!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location
The condo was clean and furnished nice. Walking distance to restaurants. Great location. I walked the beach almost every day. Beautiful sunsets from the deck.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sariah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
First trip to Costa Rica
We enjoyed our trip! Three of us one of our adult daughters, my husband and my self stayed here for 6 days. It is right on the beach, within walking distance to several restaurants and cute little places. Happy We picked here to stay. Didn't venture into the other regions of Costa Rica, travel is slower there then in the us. And there was so much beauty close that was not interested in waisting relax and explore time with travel.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan M., Phillipsburg, NJ, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Right on the beach
Great condo at the end of the road in Surf side. Plenty of room. Clean with good amenities. Walk to restaurants by beach or road.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total relaxation in Costa Rica!
LOVED THE SUNSET VIEW! Comfortable accommodations. Had everything we needed. Fine interaction with renting agency personnel.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a find!
This is our second time staying at this complex in Playa Potrero, our first time in this unit. This is the BEST Vrbo we’ve ever rented! Here are a few reasons why: It was exceptionally clean. The decor was bright and colorful and homey. The kitchen was very well-equipped with cooking utensils and high quality pots and pans (a rarity in Costa Rica in my experience). There was a hall closet stocked with towels, both bath and for the beach. There were also extra blankets (which we didn’t need). There was another hall closet with a huge DVD collection (which we utilized one rainy night) and board games. And in the closet by the front door there are 4 beach chairs and beach toys for kids. There is a washer and dryer, air conditioning and the hot water works great. The view of the sunset from the large window in the living room and from the deck outside is incredible. The complex is quiet and has a nice pool with a beachside view. If I return to Playa Potrero again, I wouldn’t think of staying anywhere else. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jorge C., Maricopa, Arizona

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vacation and digital nomad place
This property owner thought of every last detail for this beautiful condominium from the decorations, the appliances, pots, pans, utensils and even the internet speeds. My wife and I were on vacation coming from Arizona and we were looking at properties in the Tamarindo area and we had to work part of the days we were there and this place was just perfect in every way!! My wife and I set up our work station on the dining table because we had a perfect view of the beach all day and the super fast internet at the property made it feel like we were working from the office. The decorations and comfort of confo made us feel like we were at home. The location is perfect with the beach steps from the condo and the pool to relax some more after the beach made this even better. There are restaurants at walking distance or 3 to 5 minute drive. Lastly, this beach is beautiful and most of the time we did not see more than 10 people at a time while we were on the beach so it was almost lik we had the beach to ourselves. We loved this place and we hope to be back very soon. Thank you very much Karen!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lizzie T., Petersburg, Alaska

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet and safe.
The condo is clean and comfortable, very quiet and peaceful. We almost always had the pool to ourselves. Beach is never crowded, but be aware that a stream enters adjacent to the property and in heavy rains has a noticeable effect on the ocean's water quality. Check in was necessarily late because we got in on an evening flight. A few details got dropped -- The first morning the door to the patio was locked and the key hidden. The propane had not been turned on, but all was sorted out pretty quickly for a Sunday morning. Otherwise everything worked well and the patio is perfect!! The security was not noticeable until we set off an alarm no one had mentioned at check-in, but that the weekly maid had set, then the guard was there in seconds -- very impressive! I would definitely recommend to a friend who was looking for a quiet place out of the party scene. The local markets are quite good.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
I loved everything about my stay here. We arrived later than I expected, but someone was there to personally welcome us and show us around. The condo is stunning!!! My only regret is not staying longer! The view is unbeatable! The condo is clean and well maintained. Having a washer and dryer was wonderful. Kitchen is fully stocked. They also have plenty of towels and even games and puzzles. We had an issue with WiFi that was fixed promptly and without any inconvenience. Thank you, Karen, for sharing your beautiful home. This was the trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy G. G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Big Relief
My friend and I had some crazy busy and hard days in Nosara and your place was a welcome relief! We rested down by the beach and the pool and went out to dinner in the town. Your condo had everything we needed except Wifi. But everything else was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elodie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The condo truly has an amazing view, balcony is very spacious to spend out watching the sea. Condo has everything you need and very clean. There are quite a few restaurants steps away and close by supermarkets with everything, very convenient.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot in Potrero
This was our first time in Potrero but probably not our last. We loved this little town. The beach is very nice and everything seems to be relatively close-by. Many restaurants/bars within walking distance. This condo is towards the end of town down a dead-end road but still very convenient to everything. Condo looks right out on the beach and is well appointed and everything worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dwaine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome experience
Pictures of views dont do this condo justice. will be back again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of a home!
We loved our stay here. The ocean view/access is unbeatable, we literally felt like it was all ours. The home is a short walk on the beach to great restaurants and also the town store/ activities center. Communication was great from owner and agency in town to help with all of our questions. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

cathy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed awesome location
We truly enjoyed this property. The location was fabulous. The property was well appointed had everything would ever need. And it was extremely clean. Would stay here again for sure..
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We absolutely loved this condo. Kalli has thought of all the little details to make your stay perfect, even labeling all of the wall switches for lights, fans, AC, etc. The location is amazing and the views and sunsets are spectacular. It felt like home, only better! We felt very safe, and it was convenient to restaurants, shops, and many other beaches in the area. The property manager/concierge met us there to check in and was very responsive whenever we needed anything. The dryer wasn't working and he had someone there within a couple of hours to get it fixed. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Loretta L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
The place was beautiful, extremely clean, and very well organized, along with the most spectacular view. Communications with Kalli and property manager were excellent. Minor issue with washer which was addressed immediately. We absolutely loved our stay and highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing stay with plenty of day trip options. Thanks Kalli
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The property was just as beautiful as in the photos and as described in the listing. Arturo was there to greet us and was very helpful and available throughout our stay. We enjoyed amazing sunsets and the privacy of Potrero beach. Thank you Kalli! We would recommend this property and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We hope to come back
The owner took many details into consideration to make the guest feel at home. Great place, great location. The internet, not so good. Hopefully it will be upgraded soon. Even without that, when we don’t have to have wifi meetings we will comeback for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Catriona P., Sanibel, FL, 33957

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
Enjoyed diving with Connect Ocean off the beach at the Sailing Club. Loved the view from the condo every morning. The property management and owner was super attentive to our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021