Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Breathtaking Views - Private Home - Beautifully Landscaped - Walk to the Beach located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Prieta and Potrero Bay. Penca Beach and Playa Potrero are also within 2 mi (3 km).

8/10 Good

Brent C.

Jun 23, 2025

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Our stay

Amazing views and the property is nice.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara D.

Jun 4, 2025

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The view is fabulous, and the short walk to the beach and town is convenient too.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

Apr 12, 2024

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Fantastic Place to Stay!

This place is absolutely phenomenal, the views are amazing and the house is stunning. We stayed here for three nights with our family and would definitely go back.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan P.

Jul 14, 2025

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We absolutely loved our stay in Potrero. Our family of four (2 kids) enjoyed a 10-day vacation in our favorite town. We loved the different beaches (all within walking distance) - all with their own special qualities. I enjoyed picking up fresh mangos at the local farmer's stand. The food choices are all excellent - not a bad meal the entire trip! And the house is gorgeous. The view is amazing in all weather - enjoying sunrises, sunsets, sailboats, and thunderstorms. It's a very special place. The owners and property manager were fantastic - very responsive and kind. The kids (and my wife) were so excited to go boogie boarding so the owners and property manager arranged for two boogie boards to be there! Anna Maria is an absolute doll, keeping the place clean and comfortable. She's so sweet. And the dogs are great! We're do people so it was such a treat to have them hanging around (unobtrusively). We will definitely be back!! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing such a special place.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Aug 13, 2024

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Tropical Adventure

The first few days were a little rough but once we settled in, it was a great place to stay. The property manager and property owner were easy to contact.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Mar 18, 2022

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GREAT Spot — Exceeded Hopes & WAY Better Than Pricier Hotels

The descriptions were spot-on; wonderful well-appointed house…short walk to two beaches (both with requisite howler monkey’s, iguanas, good swimming and NO crowds). The house benefited be great daily cleaning, friendly grounds help (who assisted us in finding driver when needed) and dogs who kept us company.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Teri W.

Jan 15, 2017

Beautiful home.

Anna Maria and Ernesto are awesome. The view from the master bedroom is amazing. Loved the dogs. I can't wait to come back

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Terrance or Jill K., Jacksonville, Florida USA

Jan 28, 2020

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Didn’t want to leave....

Everything was perfect for us...the views, the layout, the location , the beaches, the dogs! We will be back.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Elin C.

Jan 13, 2024

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Not as private as pictured

The location is ok. Pricing was too high for how little privacy due to being beside the main house.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Jul 21, 2022

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The reviews were right!

This is an incredible property that we thoroughly enjoyed for a week in the 'green' season. View is amazing, house keeper and grounds keeper are awesome. Basically, the reviews are legit.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Radek M.

Jan 5, 2021

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Great ocean views in modern home

Very happy with our 11 night stay. Amazing views from a hilltop house over an ocean bay. Beach is 5 min walk away. Property is gated and super safe. Cleaning lady comes daily and washes all dishes and laundry. Lots of space inside and outside. Highly recommend.

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ivette D., San Miguel, CA

Aug 9, 2022

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Beautiful views!!

We really enjoyed our stay at this home. The house was well equipped with everything we needed and was very comfortable. The location was great too. We had a small issue with the water pump on arrival but the host responded right away and the issue was resolved quickly. The host was very easy to communicate with and was always kind. The views from this house were amazing. We really enjoyed them while drinking our cup of coffee in the morning. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., JACKSONVILLE

Jul 25, 2022

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What a great visit!

This was our first time in Costa Rica, and we have to say we had a great time. One thing that made this trip so great was our accommodations. This home was super comfortable, and the views were superb. We loved the attentiveness of the caretakers of the house. We also truly enjoyed the greeting committee. The dogs on the property were super sweet and Rusty was always there to greet us upon our arrivals and departures, I am sure the treat motivation had nothing to do with this behavior. Highly recommend this home!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Jan 7, 2023

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Amazing! What a view and location!

Such a wonderful property! Gorgeous views and gardens. Easy 10 min walk to two beautiful beaches and easy walk to town too. The house was very comfortable and the deck was big with lots of seating options. It was great to have the caretaker and housekeeper on site. they were so friendly. We really enjoyed the dogs as well! The pool and gazebo were also fabulous and used a lot as well. We would definitely come back! Thank you for sharing your home with us !

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah c.

Mar 26, 2023

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Wonderful

Property was lovely and well-managed. Comfortable beds and space, owner and caretaker/house-keeper friendly, helpful, and responsive to questions and needs. Do expect to encounter the expected Costa Rican things - ants if you leave food sitting out, a spider or two by the pool, etc. - which is totally normal and tells you you're in a real home. This property feels like a well-maintained home where you're a guest, not like a rental set up with cheap beds and cookware. The town is charming and the walkable beaches were beautiful and not crowded at all. Would definitely stay again. The whole family loved this property and our time there.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L., Chattanooga, TN

Jul 4, 2023

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Absolutely wonderful stay and phenomenal host

The communication with Mindy went above and beyond as we prepared for our stay. It felt like I was being set up for a stay in a good friend’s incredible vacation home. The home itself was truly wonderful, with great space, a well set up home and kitchen, delicious towels in the bathroom and pool towels for our use. Ernesto and Ana Maria were wonderful and quickly helped with a couple small issues with the gate that arose. The location couldn’t be better and we loved walking to Playa Prieta and Penca daily. The view from the porch is dreamy. Walkable to Portrero (we did the first week without a car). Loved our stay and after 2 weeks, we weren’t ready to leave.

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Mar 3, 2023

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Great Getaway

We communicated weekly with Mindy and if we had any concerns or questions, she addressed them immediately We never did meet the property manager but Anna and Ernesto were the best and took care of all our needs. They were Amazing!! The home has amazing views and we relaxed many days and evenings on the deck. We used the pool daily as it was a nice way to cool off after a long day. The dogs were a treat and we saw them daily also. I want to thank Mic and Mindy again for all the recommendations to restaurants, tours, etc. You can ask them anything and get a great response. Thanks again for letting us enjoy your home! Les and Shirley

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C., New York, usa

Aug 3, 2023

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Pacific coast review

Excellent location, environment, friendly resposive staff and good communication. We arrived late at night and had difficulty locating the house. The property manager got out of his bed to guide us to the house. The person living on the grounds came immediately to help us unload. The daily maid service with laundry was a bonus. The immediate response to the ice machine being broken was the delivery of 3 bags of ice. This was after i said it wasn't necessary because i had already purchased ice.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tina p.

Jan 17, 2023

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Gorgeous house, amazing setting!

From the moment we got out of the car and met Ernesto we immediately felt welcome and at home! The house and deck were amazing, the master shower overlooking the Pacific Ocean was just incredible. We loved having Rusty the dog over just about every day, the other dogs mostly came around when AnnaMaria was there and she was a gem! We watched howler monkeys right from the deck 4 of the mornings - such a treat!!! The house is within 5 minutes of 3 pretty beaches and many more within 20 minutes. We did have some ants and spiders and lizards in the house but that just added to the tropical feel. Did I mention the sunsets? Wow each more incredible than the last. Mindy and Jorge, were so helpful and wonderful! Overall an amazing stay and one of our favorite properties we’ve ever stayed in. We hope to cone back sone day!

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Pamela S.

Mar 5, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beware of dogs

There is a pack of 5 "rescue" dogs that have the run of the property. One of them bit me on the ankle that is still healing. There is no AC in the main living area, only in the bedrooms. The AC in the master bedroom has a hard time keeping up in the afternoon. A good option is the jump in the pool (unless you have an open wound from a dog bite). Ernesto keeps the grounds beautiful and Maria keeps the house spotless (plus does your laundry!!!)

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Aug 30, 2021

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Amazing location!

We loved our stay here in Potrero! The views were outstanding from the 2 bedrooms and the wrap around deck. It is a really beautiful area and close to the Liberia airport. There are a few low key and delicious restaurants at the bottom of the hill about a 10 minute walk. You will need to rent a car to get around but it is well worth it to see the countryside of Costa Rica. The outdoor pool was very nice to cool down during the hot afternoons and it’s about a 10 minute walk to the beach. Getting back up the hill can be tough in the heat so you may want to drive. The birds and wildlife are bountiful all over, such a picturesque view every morning. You can hear the ocean waves from the house, so relaxing hearing that everyday. If you want a beautiful house away from resorts but the ocean nearby then this is your place. The owners and property caretakers are so helpful, they really try and make your vacation a very memorable time. We hope to come back, we really had quite the adventure, Pura Vida ❤️

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Erin S.

Mar 12, 2024

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Great location!

This is a fantastic location with awesome views. Even the shower had a fantastic view. Although the beach is within walking distance, we drove since we had lots to carry and it was a very steep driveway. Loved all the restaurants and beaches nearby. Felt very safe while we were there. It was extremely hot when we visited--95 most days, which made it difficult to want to be outside, but also difficult to be inside the main area of the house--there are fans, but it was very hot. We had planned to make meals at the house, but due to the heat chose to eat out all the meals instead. The bedrooms did have nice AC!! Mindy was very communicative and offered suggestions. I didn't realize that housekeeping services were going to be there--it wasn't something we needed or desired, but might be nice for some. Ana Marie does a nice job cleaning, but because of the location, you definitely will find ants inside. Manageable, but may not be ideal for some kiddos. Really enjoyed our meal at Reparito House.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint H., Round Rock

Jul 20, 2018

A little slice of heaven! Villa Buena Vista was a dream come true!

Where do I even start? Potrero is a wonderful little beachside village that was the perfect pace for us. Not touristy at all, quiet, beautiful, and perfectly located for a walk to the beach or a short drive to the touristy things. The home was an amazing retreat for our family each night after fun days in the sun and on the water. Ernesto and Anna Maria were so sweet, and so were the very lovable dogs on the property, our kids wanted to take them home with us (the dogs, that is :). Jorge hooked us up with an amazing half day fishing trip with a local guide and we came home with more fish than we could eat during our stay, so we shared it with the house staff. More importantly, between the sunset cruise and fishing trip and the absolutely WONDERFUL meal that Anna Maria cooked us, we came away from this home with memories that we'll treasure the rest of our lives. If you are shopping for a place to stay in Costa Rica, look no further, don't even hesitate, book this home now! Mic, the owner, is very attentive and accessible and will send you loads of great information about the property, the region, and activities. We saw and heard howler monkeys from the property, tons of birds, iguana, and the most amazing sunsets we've ever seen. This was a great home away from home, for sure!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Heather D.

Mar 9, 2024

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Lovely house on the hill

We arrived to this lovely home after a long, hot day of travel. The house large, comfortable, has all the amenities you could possibly need, and feels like a home that is lived in rather than a sparse, barren rental like some VRBOs or AirB&Bs we've stayed in. You can walk to the beaches nearby (Playa Prieta & Penca I think) but the walk back is all uphill and while we were there it was 96-97F and for us it was too hot, so we drove. Our favorite part of this Villa was the outdoor space. We loved the covered cabana area and the pool. It was so nice to be out there looking at the views while in the shade and be able to pop in & out of the pool. The main part of the house is not air conditioned, and it was too hot for us to sit in the living area, so we moved outdoors instead in the evenings. The bedrooms do have AC, the beds & pillows were very comfortable, and we slept great! Besides the pool, my other favorite thing about this home was the master shower with large windows giving views down to the ocean. We personally found having a housekeeper/groundskeeper on property while we were there a bit uncomfortable. Ernesto & AnaMarie were kind (no English) but we'd have preferred to not have them there sweeping, cleaning, doing our laundry while we were on site trying to enjoy our vacation. It would have been better for us to not have them at all during our short stay, or for them to have come in while we were out. Overall, I would recommend staying here.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Jan 16, 2024

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Amazing house, amazing views!

The views!! We stayed here for a week over the new year and it was fabulous! This house is close to beaches, shops and restaurants. Did I mention the views?? It does sit up on a rather large and steep hill…which is how you get those amazing views! My husband and I were fine walking up and down it and did so for exercise. Our children (9 & 12) didn’t really enjoy it but they did it. If mobility is an issue for some, the hill can be challenging. There was some visible dust (I have a dust allergy) on the TV and glass top table. No big deal, I just cleaned them as cleaning supplies were plentiful. Ana Marie comes everyday to clean up and do laundry. She is so sweet! Ernesto is the property caretaker and he is very kind as well. I only know enough Spanish to get by and it seemed to work when communicating with them. Love that there are plenty of books stocked in the house and plenty of cooking supplies. Also, loved when the dogs came to visit. They are timid and very sweet. The birds are so fun to watch in the morning and afternoons. Renting a car is a must. It’s very easy to get around in your own vehicle. This was our first trip to Costa Rica and I’m so glad we chose this location. We will definitely be back! Pura vida!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

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