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Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views!

Vacation home near Playa Potrero in Tempate

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A covered patio with a pool, wooden chairs, and a table.
A villa with a paved driveway, a gated entrance, and a sign reading 'Villa Oasis.'
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a small table with a vase, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.
A room with a balcony, a dining area, and a view of a pool and greenery.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Potrero, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Prieta
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Potrero Bay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Penca Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪103 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tempate

Potrero stay.Your stay at this Potrero vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Potrero Bay and Penca Beach. Playa Prieta and Playa Potrero are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Playa Prieta - 9 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Potrero Bay - 10 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Penca Beach - 13 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 14 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 23 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Riu Guanacaste - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Tamarindo Bar - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Pura Vida Bar - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Gecko Cafe - ‬32 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views!

Welcome to Villa Oasis, a private hillside retreat above Playa Potrero with ocean views, a saltwater pool, jacuzzi, tropical greenery, and the kind of peace and quiet that’s getting harder to find along Costa Rica’s Gold Coast. Tucked into the hills of Pacific Heights, this spacious 4-bedroom villa blends tropical charm, relaxed luxury, and indoor-outdoor living with multiple terraces, a sunken bar, fiery sunsets, and plenty of space to unwind with your favorite people. Come enjoy the Pura Vida!

*BONUS*
For stays of 7 nights or longer, two 1-hour in-villa massages are included. Maria is a certified masseur, so you can start your vacation fully relaxed.

THE VILLA
Just a 5 minute drive to the beach, Villa Oasis is designed around indoor-outdoor living, with open gathering spaces, multiple lounge areas, a beautiful interior courtyard, a sunken pool bar, and expansive terraces that make it easy to slow down and settle into the setting.

Whether you’re traveling with family, multiple couples, or a group of friends, the villa offers generous space to spend time together while still leaving room to spread out and enjoy a little privacy.

BEDROOMS & LIVING SPACES
The home features 4 spacious bedrooms, each with a private full bathroom. There is an additional half bathroom on each floor, giving groups a comfortable and functional layout for longer stays, celebratory trips, or relaxed time away with family and friends.

Throughout the villa, indoor and outdoor spaces flow naturally together. Gather for meals, lounge by the pool, enjoy a quiet coffee on the terrace, or end the evening with drinks at the sunken bar as the light fades over the hills.

VIEWS & SUNSETS
Enjoy ocean views from many areas of the property, with tropical trees adding privacy and natural beauty throughout the grounds. Sunset is one of the best times to be here, when the sky often turns fiery shades of orange, pink, and purple over the Pacific.

This is the kind of place where guests often end up canceling dinner reservations just to stay in for sunset.

SALTWATER POOL & JACUZZI
The private saltwater pool is one of the highlights of the property. It feels softer on the skin than a traditional chlorine pool and creates the perfect setting for lazy afternoons, sunset swims, and evenings under the stars.

The jacuzzi adds another layer of relaxation after a beach day, adventure tour, or massage at the villa. Please note that the jacuzzi is not heated, though the jets operate normally.

PRIVACY & LOCATION
Villa Oasis is located in Pacific Heights, a quiet hillside community above Playa Potrero. This elevated setting gives the property a calm and secluded atmosphere while still keeping you within driving distance of beaches, restaurants, grocery stores, and activities in Potrero, Flamingo, Brasilito, and beyond.

The home is more remote than rentals in the center of town, and that is part of the appeal. Instead of the busier feel of central beach areas, you get nature, privacy, open space, and quiet surroundings.

Please note that the villa is accessed by an unpaved hillside road. We strongly recommend a 4x4 vehicle year-round for a smoother and more comfortable experience.

WILDLIFE & NATURE
You’re surrounded by Costa Rica’s tropical dry forest, so nature is part of the experience. Howler monkeys are often heard or spotted in the nearby trees, and the setting feels peaceful, green, and immersed in the landscape.

CARED FOR WITH ATTENTION
The villa is cared for by an attentive on-site team that helps keep the home clean, welcoming, and well maintained between stays. Guests frequently notice how thoughtfully the property is prepared for arrival.

ENHANCE YOUR STAY
Want to fully settle into vacation mode? We can help coordinate in-villa massage services, private chef experiences, transportation, adventure tours, grocery pre-stocking, and other local experiences, depending on availability.

PREMIUM BATH AMENITIES
We provide premium bath amenities made in Costa Rica using locally inspired ingredients and tropical fruit extracts for a more elevated and refreshing stay experience.

ON-SITE SUPPORT
The on-property staff are available to assist with general questions and support during your stay while still fully respecting your privacy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 3-101-348603

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.6 mi (54-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.7 mi (56-min drive) from Coco Beach and 2.6 mi (8-min drive) from Playa Potrero. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but El Coco Casino (7 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! to downtown Tempate?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi away from Tempate.

Ocean View Tropical Retreat w/ Private Saltwater Pool and Epic Sunset Views! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great accommodations a wonderful time with the family.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and responsive the house had an amazing sunset view every night and the house is just set up really well as a rental property. Close to everything but far enough away it’s quiet at night perfect for our group!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a warm and welcoming experience! Comfortable, clean and super relaxing!
Sunsets on the upper patio were incredible!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is most beautiful place on earth
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible house

The property is the best on the mountain
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay would recommend

I had an amazing stay. The team from tropical home are friendly and professional. I would recommend their service.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay!

Great villa, awesome pool and best view! Property management was very helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place!

This house does not disappoint. Everyone we dealt with from the property management company to the caretaker were amazing. We loved the location and the house was fully stocked with everything you could need. I would definitely recommend and would stay again!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica

We had an amazing time! Beautiful property, with beautiful views. Everyone was so wonderful and kind. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home

We rented this villa for our vacation. It was amazing. The home was beautiful and the staff very friendly. Honestly they are very professional and answer fast. They made our stay 100x more enjoyable
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect getaway

The house was beautiful, clean and perfect for our friend getaway! Chris who lives on the property and maintain it was AMAZING!! he was quick to respond to anything we needed from where to go out at night, to authentic food spots, and helping out with appliances. He was such a sweet person and a pleasure to have on the property and have a my morning coffee with as he cleaned up the pool.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome rental - highly recommend

Gorgeous home overlooking Playa Potrero, we really enjoyed our stay. Check-in process was flawless, communication was great, and it was good value for the money. It only takes 7 mins to get uphill on unpaved road, 4x4 is not needed but SUV is recommended. The view from the house is unbelievable. Make sure propane tank is provided at the beginning of the stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than advertised

Shout out to the on site caretaker of the property, Christopher. Fantastic guy, great resource for local information and made sure everything was running smooth in paradise. The house and pool were even better in person. Amazing views and comfortable accommodations. The road to the property can be a little rough but is definitely worth it. We were very happy to discover trailheads within 100 feet that we could use to hike down to the nearest beach. I’d recommend this place to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beutiful Villa, Awesome views!

The staff at Tropical Homes of Costa Rica were great. They provided everything we needed. It was an easy check in and check out. Miguel, Maria, and son were very helpful and a pleasure to have met. Villa Oasis is beautiful and the views are outstanding. The only reason I did not give a 5 star rating is because of the long rough gravel road to access the villa. Also I would highly recommend Alex Tours to book excursions. They were very accommodating, friendly and a joy to be with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Awesome views

Great views, excellent house. We had a great stay here just outside Playa Flamingo. This is an excellent house to relax and soak up the sunshine. Rental company was easy to deal with and the house manager was very friendly. The only minor downsides were the long bumpy unpaved road to the house, the hot tub is not hot at all, and the dust from the road as it runs right beside the pool deck. Overall, I would it the house I big thumbs up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Birthday Celebration in Portreros

Beautiful home with many amenities including an infinity pool- we celebrated my hubbys 55th Birthday with 2 other couples… plenty of room for all of us….. it is a remote location; the road to the house is quite rough & bumpy…. Wish we could have been able to walk places or to the beach…. But we made our fun around the pool area. There is a caretaker that lives in the back yard, under the patio… he was very cordial & responsive to any needs. Overall we had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Villa Oasis

Our family of 5 had the most wonderful time staying at Villa Oasis. The house is beautiful and the views of the ocean,mountains and sunsets are so much more than what photos can show. The proximity to restaurants, beaches and activities are only minutes away. The road to the house is very drivable, just bumpy and dusty in the dry season . The care taker, Christopher and his mom Maria keep the Villa so clean. We appreciated having beach chairs and an ice chest for beach outings. The salt water pool was perfect and so refreshing after a day in the sun. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay for our week in Costa Rica. We will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pampered Paradise

This place is amazing! Yes, there is a gravel road up the hill to take you there but it’s not as horrible as others described and well worth the views. Roxana at Tropical Homes was super responsive and helpful. Securing transportation to/from the airport through her was simple and the chef service was an added bonus! Miguel who is the onsite caretaker made sure we were taken care of and very nice. His wife Maria was wonderful as well. I can’t say enough nice things about the staff and renting this place. They made everything super easy and allowed us to enjoy our vacation. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing staff Amazing views

Cant get enough of the view! The house is very comfortable. The price was great for the size. I had various guests in at different times and all were happy! The prop manager was talking with me everyday all the time. Very helpful. Ill stay again and have recommeded to friends! Tiny tweaks could be done to make it a little more comfy but not even concerned with it to post here. Thank you to Chris and family who are there to take care of us. Massages on the balcony a must!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Vacation Home

This home has one of the best views I've experienced. Nestled on top a hill, you'll see the most incredible sunsets every night. Potrero is a great city with lots of restaurant and cafe options nearby. The beaches near the house are also incredible. You can have fun in this home whether you want to hangout at the pool all day relaxing and looking at beautiful wildlife, or use it as a homebase for exploring Costa Rica. Our group consisted of 3 couples and everyone loved our experience. We gathered on the upper balcony every evening for drinks, snacks and to enjoy the views. The house could use a few updates, but overall we loved the property. Christopher and his family (caretakers of the property) were very friendly and helpful in helping us solve any issues that arose.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Sunsets

We loved this house in Costa Rica! Plenty of room for four couples. The drive up the road is bumpy but worth it. When you see the first sunset you will be smiling! We made great use of the pool for relaxing and floating. The swim up bar was a treat on Valentine’s Day when our spouses served us Pina Coladas. The kitchen and grill worked well for our appetizers and dinners in. Grocery stores are not far, though we planned our visits well to save trips. We saw so many birds, hiked on the near by trails, enjoyed the beaches. Our favorite dinner out was at Coco Loco. Best breakfast after ATVing was Patagonia Del Mar. Our favorite beaches were Danta for monkeys at 5:00 and sunset, Penca, and Conchal. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views, Attentive Management, Possible updates

Amazing views, convenient location, easy check in and attentive management and staff. On-site staff was available to help but out of sight and respectful of privacy. As a real estate developer I would note the property was well built but due for some updates, however, it was priced right in the market snd we would rent this home again. A bit of construction traffic heading to sites above us were not constant but occasional and property would benefit with some screening. Work remoters….Wi-Fi and up/down speeds were adequate but less than we paid for to upgrade. In summary, great value, views, management and staff….enjoyed views of sunsets over the ocean, howler monkeys beneath us, birds and the general tranquility.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Birthday in Portreros

Appreciate the response from your main office to requests! Beautiful home with many amenities loved the infinity pool- we celebrated my hubbys 55th Birthday with 2 other couples… plenty of room for all of us….. we made our fun around the pool area. The caretaker that lives in the back yard, under the patio… he was very cordial & responsive to any needs. Overall we had a great time! The check in process was a bit crazy…. Trying to meet somewhere other than the home location… .it is a remote location not expecting the road to the house is rough & bumpy…. Wish we could have been able to walk places or to the beach…. Also we recommend the caretaker arrive at the front door to requests- Thanks for the hospitality!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

Our group of 8 thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful house. We loved the warm classic decor and made full use of the gorgeous verandas to enjoy the view and watch the incredible sunsets every evening. It was very clean, and well stocked with dishes, coffee maker, barbecue, etc. There were lots of towels and bedding available. Our only issue was that there were building materials stored in closets and various spots around the house, presumably for an upcoming reno, but made space for our belongings a bit limited. Maria, the housekeeper came in a couple of times to clean. The pool was lovely, and kept in tip top shape by the caretaker Cristofer. He was super helpful, giving us advice on local must sees, helped us to arrange a fishing/snorkeling trip, and gave us daily Spanish lessons as well! We also enjoyed our resident iguanas (although there were a few other creepy crawlies we could have done without!) Our big disappointment was that we didn't see any monkeys, so we'll have to come back for that!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem in Protrero

Our group of seven was so pleased with our house. Great interior spaces, balconies, and pool. Laundry and comfy beds. The maintenance staff was meticulous and accommodating. An example of the service: We wanted a microwave and there wasn’t one. We made a call and it came the next day! Our friendly caretaker Christopher set it up for us. The house is perfectly situated to enjoy the sunrise over the mountains in the morning and the sunset over the ocean in the evening... We were not expecting to see much wildlife in this location, but WOW, the views – plus monkeys, er, frolicking in the trees, iguanas, and lots of parrots and other birds. Bunches of inviting restaurants 15 minutes away and close to some great beaches. Perfect spot - not in the middle of everything , but close enough to everything. Definitely need a car - It’s just a dirt road that gets you here – and a tad bumpy – but absolutely no problem for driving (with or without a 4x4) Highest marks for this vacation residence!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022