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Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Vista Ocotal, Guanacaste
  • Popular LocationOcotal Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBahia Pez Vela Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoco Beach6 min drive
  • AirportLiberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)42 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Loved the area and watched monkeys play in the trees almost every day!
Andrea R.
Feb 10, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE


COMPLIMENTARY TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT UPON ARRIVAL AND YOUR RETURN TO THE AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE!!!

YOU WILL BE MET BY A PRIVATE DRIVER UPON ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT. THE VILLA IS A VERY SHORT WALK TO OCOTAL BEACH! Experience the Costa Rican lifestyle. Whether traveling with family, planning a romantic getaway or a destination wedding; hosting a bachelor/bachelorette party or getting together with friends. Staying in this fully furnished developer's luxury model villa in Vista Octal is a must. Wake up to ocean waves, monkey calls from the trees. Enjoy a day of fun including venturing through a rainforest, snorkeling, relaxing at the hot springs, golfing, horseback riding, sport fishing, site seeing, eating at exotic restaurants, zip lining over jungles and open land, and much more. Then come home to seaside serenity as you watch the sunset over the ocean from the front porch and the second floor bedroom balcony as you plan your evening. We offer comfort, convenience, no worries, and perks specific to our villa. You won't have to clean, cook for yourself, drive, or get bogged down with making arrangements for activities if you do not wish. A true vacation that allows you to spend your time where it matters the most—exploring the sights, sounds, and activities. Let us handle the details while you relax and enjoy the surroundings. 


Property Perks:
* A gated community with full time security
* A private pool with a covered outdoor eating area
* Cable television in the living are
* A television in each bedroom
*WiFi
* A full kitchen and dining area
* Living Area
* Cooling ceiling fans
* Hi tech remote controlled air conditioners throughout
*COVID 19 cleaning & disinfectants used and supplied

Private Perks:
* Be greeted by a personal driver and a private car service that will pick up and drop off up to guests to the Liberia airport for free
* Walk 500 meters to access the property's private beach club adjacent to Father Rooster’s Restaurant/Bar
* Drive 6 minutes for complete access to the private Club at Coco Bay Estates which has a restaurant, fitness center, tennis courts, a large pool with waterfall and swim up bar, water slide, Jacuzzi and yoga pavilion
* Meet Vanessa, Our Guests will have a Bi Lingual Personal Concierge
* Her Services: personal chef, childcare, excursions booking agent, household
maintenance, technician. Vanessa is well known in the area.

Area Perks: 
* A short walk to the beautiful Ocotal Beach
* 15 minute drive to Hermosa Beach
* Drive 10 minutes to the town center of Coco Beach for: shopping; various restaurants with international cuisine including Zi Lounge and Coconutz Bar and Grill; bars; pharmacies; medical assistance; fantastic night life; 2 international banks; car rental locations; golf cart rentals; tour offices; and 4 different supermarkets for your convenience.

Property manager

Bernard L. Jennings

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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
Note from host: As long as childre are supervised

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

El Ocotal

Located in Sardinal, this villa is in the city center and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach. Ericka's Fruit Stand and Rocio's Kitchen are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 4 min drive
  • Coco Beach - 6 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 25 min drive
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Ocotal - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Liberia - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Liberia Hotel Rîu - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE located?

Located in Sardinal, this beachfront villa is in the city center, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ocotal Beach, and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 81 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

callie e., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect week in a perfect location!
We loved our stay in Bernard's Condo in Ocotal. The process was easy, clear, and friendly. Thank you, Bernard! The space was comfortable and attractive and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Just steps from the beach and a good 5k walking route in the Ocotal hills. We have already booked our return trip. Callie and Ethann
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Proximity to playa Ocotal was amazing. We loved this private and beautiful beach. Pool at the complex and access to beach club and coco bay estates were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W., Palo Alto

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and Great service by host
Super location, right near the beach (with no hills to climb) and right near Father Rooster. Host was very responsive and helpful. Great stay..
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Debby W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. We enjoyed the pool on site and at the club. Vanessa was helpful in securing a fishing charter that was AMAZING!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
We enjoyed our stay in Bernard’s house very much. Father Rooster was steps away and the food was delicious and the atmosphere especially nice when they had the band and ceviche bar. Having access to the beach clubs was a huge plus and gave us variety in our pool/beach days. We appreciated the options quite a bit. Although we had some hiccups with driver pick ups, Vanessa was very responsive and offered to cover a cab to get us to the airbnb at no cost to us. We did find the photos to be a little out of date (linens aren’t white as pictured) and some new furniture that while functional doesn’t really fit the space that well. However these were minor things. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and will probably visit Playa Ocotal again! Some honourable mentions for the cook at home chef option given to us by Vanessa. And we hired a boat captain through a travel agency called “my tan feet” named “Marcy” who was amazing. Saw whales, jumping devil rays, turtles, puffer fish , cool caves and more! All in all a great trip!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2024
Loved the area and watched monkeys play in the trees almost every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Ocotal
We really liked the quiet and relaxing vibe of this property. The pool was lovely and never busy. The beach was a short walk away and Father Roosters restaurant was also a short walk. From our front door we saw many birds, lizards, frogs and monkeys. The property was adequate and had air conditioning in each room which was nice. It is great to have a washer and dryer as well. We had lots of beach towels and some pool toys and a couple beach chairs. Vanessa was excellent and very helpful!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place close to the beach
We stayed 4 days and really enjoyed the easy access to a beautiful beach. The house was spacious and comfortable for our group of 6. Vanessa was very helpful with questions and recommendations. An overall very nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful paradise
We loved the location of this property. We could walk to the beach in 5 minutes, and walk to the beachfront restaurant and bar in 5 minutes. We enjoyed sitting on our balcony listening to the howler monkeys and watching them roam through the trees.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles D., Flagstaff, Arizona USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Return to Vista Ocotal
We enjoyed our stay. Minor problems (with AC, hot water) were dealt with promptly and satisfactorily.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
I'd stay here again
Location good. Beds were comfortable. Shower/bathrooms were clean and refreshing. Felt safe. Vanessa was helpful. Dishwasher needed repair/cleaning and needed dishwasher pods. Stuff provided was too soapy. Phone didn't work for local calls.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R., Fairbanks, AK

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location!
This was an amazing place for our family to stay. It was extremely clean and beautiful. We really enjoyed sitting out on the balcony for coffee and reading while listening to the ocean waves. The beach was a leisurely 5 minute walk away and was a quiet mixed black and white sand with a fun tide pool to check out during low tide. Vanessa was very responsive with a wealth of local knowledge and contacts. We really enjoyed how quiet the community was yet was just a few minutes to shopping and activities at Coco Beach.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent Oasis!
We rented Bernard’s villa for 3 weeks for our family Christmas holiday. We had a fantastic time. The gated community and property was excellent. The three pools were spectacular and the villa was exactly how it was portrayed in the listing. Bernard was a magnificent host and his property manager is the best we have ever had. We use VRBO all over the world so that is a huge compliment. Vanessa went above and beyond for us during our stay. She made us feel like family and answered our messages or questions immediately. My two sons and husband and I would recommend this property to anyone who is looking for all the amenities of home in a tropical setting. We loved our tours and the black sand beach was amazing. Costa Rica was a favourite destination but by far the accommodations and great service from Vanessa made our holiday one of the best holidays we have ever had. We highly recommend this villa to anyone who is looking for a quiet, safe and beautiful location to enjoy your time. Thank you Bernard and Vanessa we will be back!
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
This is a great property nestled in a very quiet location. The inside is just as described and pictured; modern, comfortable and clean. We had great communication with the manager both before and during our stay. There were monkeys coming and going in the trees around the property. The beach is a very easy 100 meter walk from the front door. The beach here is very nice with black sand and decent snorkeling. The only negative we could think of is the low water pressure for taking a shower, but I don’t think the owners could do anything about that.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Marty C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
This property is in a decent location, just a short walk to the beach, although you can hear the ocean from the villa, the view form the villa is not desirable for me because you can't see the ocean because of the weeds and garbage drop off.. The listing says private pool and a TV in every bedroom, but there is no private pool and there was not a TV in every bedroom. We did have internet, but it is not high speed and we lost connection several times making it impossible to work from there!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Property was as advertised. We communicated with the manager a couple of times with questions and she was a little delayed in responding but was responsive. We never heard from her otherwise and never met her. Use of the club house was an added bonus.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey J., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We liked the house and the location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Casey T.

Location was very nice, coordinator was horrible
The owner was communicative and listened to our grievances that seemingly all revolves around the coordinator he uses. She would up charge for everything she “coordinated” and complained when using a taxi service she gave us the contact too. She did not work for us to have a good time everything we wanted to do we told her up front she said she would organize and get any tickets and pricing squared away. She did not follow through on any activity and the personal chef is not an actual chef, it was her and she tried to overcharge ($20USD each) for a very unfulfilling breakfast. (Can of mixed veggies omelet, 1 burnt pancake, apple and bananas split between 3 people, 1 hot dog each). The place is overall nice and Costa Rica was beautiful. Great location and very peaceful. Rooster restaurant was amazing and it’s right across the street. We enjoyed our stay but we were called evil, horrible people and several things in Spanish. We repeatedly told her to slow down when almost rear ending someone twice, and basically kicked out of the car at the airport after giving her feedback on the horrible breakfast and again refusing to pay $60 for what we got as breakfast described above when paying for the airport transport (listing appeared it was included it was not and we paid $160 for 3 trips, 30 min drive From listing).She Tried to tell the owner afterwards once we complained we didn’t pay for anything (lies). Long story short the stay was great (place could use some updates but it was comfortable enough) the coordinator we were suppose to have as our immediate contact for anything was horrible, overpriced, and sneaky. Get the taxi number and use them solely if you need transport. I would book with owner again as long as the CR coordinator is not involved.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for the week.
We had a great time at El Ocotal. First of all the beach is a very short walk. Father Roosters restaurant on the beach is a dream. The home had plenty of room for our 4 person family. Vanessa was so attentive and nice. She cooked for us one night and it was my families fravorite meal of the trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
My family spent eight days at Bernarde's condo. It was an amazing place with a lot of room! We would've liked to have an ocean view but it worked out well for a homebase to do all of what Costa Rica has to offer! Ocotal bay is amazing! And very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent getaway place
Love Costa Rica, the town, the beach, this house and monkeys ! We absolutely enjoyed our week long stay here, and will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olga T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time!!!
Very nice family vacation rental!!! Spacious and comfortable! Loved the location, close to town, walking distace to the beach and a restaurant. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida
Had a fantastic time. Property was very clean, comfortable and a short walk to Playa Ocotal. We had dinner at Father Roosters 3 times during the week. Outstanding atmosphere, service and food. Short Drive to Playa Coco and Playa Hermosa. Great Beaches. Incredible sunsets at all 3. Will be returning. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

carmen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Need not look any further. Great place, a true paradise.
The condo is located in a gated community, very safe. Walking distance to the beach and father Roosters restaurant, and the most beautiful sunsets. The concierge Vanessa and the owner are very helpful and quick to reply to any questions. This condo has everything, just bring your toothbrush . The kitchen is fully stocked with spices and every imaginable pot to cook and make the delicious “Gallo Pinto”. You’ll find all the BBQ tools you’ll need for the large BBQ area near the pool in the kitchen cabinets. The large full kitchen includes a full size washer and dryer. We had the pool virtually to ourselves and the other complex guest were a pleasure. The complex staff, landscaper, and security guard are so friendly and refreshingly helpful❤️ Truly a paradise with the sunsets at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J., STEVENS POINT, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in Ocotal
This was my second time staying in Bernard’s house. The location is perfect. About a half hour from the airport and 10 minutes from Coco but in a very sleepy community just across the road from an amazing black sand beach. One of my favorite places to stay in Costa Rica! Bernard is very prompt in his communication and a wonderful host. Vanessa the property manager is helpful and welcoming. She even made dinner for our large group on the last night of our stay and it was fabulous!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021