On the beach.Your stay at this Cabo Velas villa places you within a 10-minute walk of Grande Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Tamarindo Church is within 9 miles (15 km).
Las Baulas National Marine Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Ventanas Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
Tamarindo Beach - 30 min drive - 10.3 miles
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 45 min drive - 15.4 miles
Getting around
Tamarindo (TNO) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Brisa Mar - 26 min drive
Pico Bistro - 25 min drive
Venezia Gelati y Café - 26 min drive
Walter's - 26 min drive
Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - 26 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.
Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!
Welcome to "Villa Olivia" at Villas de Grande Playa!
Experience beachfront luxury located on the pristine shores of Playa Grande. This Mediterranean-style villa features doors that open into a charming garden courtyard, with terrazzo floor tiles flowing through the interior and out to the wrap-around verandas. The furnishings and decor are contemporary and comfortable, and the fully equipped kitchen includes a water filtration system for drinking.
THE SPACE: "Villa Olivia" is a spacious, air-conditioned, 6000 sq ft oceanfront villa with 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. The villa includes a full kitchen (gas stove, 2 refrigerators, dishwasher, unlimited bottled water), WIFI, and cable. The perfect retreat for an oceanfront holiday, offering a beach haven where you can leave your cares behind and create everlasting memories. The outdoor area features a dining table, two pools, hammocks, rocking chairs, and lounge chairs with seaside views.
UPPER LEVEL: • Room 3: 1 king bed, 1 queen, 2 twin • Room 4: 1 king bed • Room 5: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bed
POOL: • 10’ x 15’ in-ground pool
AMENITIES: • Ensuite bathrooms • Wireless Internet • Seaside Dinning • Hammocks, Lounge Chairs, & Rocking Chairs • Bali Shower
UNIQUE FEATURES: With no roads to cross or vegetation to obstruct your view, you can surf directly from the backyard, spot howler monkeys in the trees, collect seashells along the beach, or stargaze at night. Relax in a hammock, indulge in a spa treatment, sip from a freshly opened coconut, or simply enjoy the sunset. This is barefoot luxury at its finest!
NEIGHBORHOOD: Playa Grande offers a small but vibrant community, just 20 minutes from the bustling town of Playa Tamarindo. Within walking distance, you’ll find 12 restaurants, surf shops, spa services, yoga classes, horseback riding, turtle tours, and rentals for boogie boards, surfboards, and SUPs. Playa Grande is the perfect laid-back beach destination.
NEIGHBORHOOD FEATURES: • Bakery Truck Delivery - 2x week • Fresh Seafood Delivery • Grocery Store with Pharmacy • Outdoor Market: Mondays - live music, food & drinks, variety of vendors
ADDITIONAL PROPERTY: We also offer the neighboring property, Casa Mirage at “Villas De Playa Grande.” Check it out at https://www.vrbo.com/78040?dateless=true.
LETTER FROM THE OWNERS:
Welcome to Villas de Playa Grande. Our family-owned oceanfront vacation rentals, Casa Mirage and Villa Olivia, are perfect for a beachfront holiday in Costa Rica. Leave your worries behind and create lasting memories with family and friends.
Join us for warm, mango-filled days under swaying palms and ocean breezes. We know you’ll love this little piece of paradise as much as we do. All you need is a relaxed attitude, a smile, and a sense of adventure.
Pura Vida,
Sharon, Julie, JC, and Mark Gordon
GUEST ACCESS: All areas are accessible. While there is no laundry room, laundry service is available for an additional fee.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE: Our concierge service includes cleaning every other day. Additional services such as cooking, meal prep, fridge stocking, and excursion activities can be arranged with our on-site manager. Additional charges may apply.
We provide 24/7 staffed security, webcams, and gated off-street parking.
Property manager
Sharon Gordon
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Note from host: $25 charge for each cigarette butt on premiss
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the ocean
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Grey water recycling system
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Recycling
Unit size: 6,000 square feet
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: We love to have families with kids!
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
Note from host: Located in a National Park we do not host events
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Located in a National Park we do not host events This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Villa Olivia Spectacular Oceanfront Beach House Villa!
Frequently asked questions
How close is Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! to the airport?
This villa is 7.9 mi (32-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! to the beach?
This villa is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!?
No, there is no casino at this villa, but Casino Diria (25-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location!?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! have a pool?
This villa features an outdoor pool.
Does Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! have a spa?
This villa doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! to downtown Cabo Velas?
This villa is 0.6 mi away from Playa Grande.
Stunning Beachfront Villa with Private Pool in an Unbeatable Location! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 79 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Glenn P.
Apr 21, 2025
Glenn P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carrie S.
Mar 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than expected
Our stay exceeded expectations. Unbeatable location is an understatement. The beach was incredible. The house was clean and well stocked. Everything functioned perfectly. The staff was attentive and cordial. We felt safe. Host was accomodating to questions and requests. The house dog was a heartwarming touch. Already contemplating a second stay.
Carrie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Francis L.
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Even better than the first time!
We stayed at Villa Olivia 17 years ago as a single family and it was paradise! Our second visit as a multi family was even better! The pool and AC in the kitchen/living room made our 7 days vacation perfect. All personnel was amazing, like the last time, very attentive to our grand kids and they were always telling us know when the German bakery truck was coming by. We had amazing waves for surfing and as usual spectacular sunsets! We dream to return again... Thank you to the Gordon family for sharing this beautiful house with us!
Francis L.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Whitney B.
Feb 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Whitney B.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Kristen A.
Dec 28, 2024
Gorgeous sunsets
Great location right on the beach. Leanna and Kimberly were amazing hosts and so responsive to our needs. We were surprised that room cleaning and towel replacement was another 20 each cleaning but it was easy to simply decline that service. No TP in toilets so you must throw dirty TP in the garbage cans which means a cleaning is needed every few days. Def recommend having groceries stocked for you. . throw
Kristen A.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen P.
Aug 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
La Morena mas fina
Location couldn’t have been better for us. Spent lots of time on the beach. Fell in love with the house dog, Morena, and really appreciated the hard work by Kimberly and her daughter, Ashley.
Stephen P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Josh F.
Aug 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had the absolute best time at Villa Olivia. We had a group of friends for a 40th birthday trip and we all enjoyed our time here. The beach is incredible and morning walks are just beautiful. The sunsets from even the back patio are incredible, less yet out on the beach. We rented surf boards for surging and had a blast. We lounged in the pool after coming in from excursions. Restaurants were just a short walk down the road or the beach, so we took advantage of those. Kimberley cooked dinner for us one night and breakfast one morning and it was so delicious- everyone in our group was so impressed! The watchdog Morena was such a joy to have around, you can tell she is well loved by everyone! Can’t wait to bring my kids with us here next time, they will love this place as much as we did.
Josh F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Miranda C.
Jun 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to vacation
We absolutely loved staying at Villa Olivia. We loved that it was a little secluded but also had great places to eat in walking distance. We loved the staff and the cooks were AMAZING! They were welcoming and friendly. Also one of our favorites was the watchdog who we loved on each day and she would stay right with us. For our first time out of the country(other than a cruise) this exceeded our expectations. We would definitely rent again. It has everything u could need. Thank you for making our stay wonderful.
Miranda C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine V.
Apr 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family reunion
Property is just as described; pool and ocean were essential for beating the Guanacaste 96 degree Fahrenheit heat. Beach has great surf, too rough for the littlest kids and oldest folks but perfect for everyone in the middle to play in. Took a while to figure out where to get groceries and recommend stocking up in Liberia before you head down the coast. Listing is clear that boogie boards are available to rent from the house, wish they were included!
Jasmine V.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rob T.
Apr 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Relaxing Private House
Super awesome stay. House was great. AC and private bathrooms with showers in each room were key for the family we had in the house (10 total). Kimberley the housekeeper has a service where she'll cook meals for the household and they were soooooo good. Highly recommend having her make a few meals for your stay. Area was safe, private and relaxing. Easy to get to and exceeded all expectations.
Rob T.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judi B., Solon, Iowa
Mar 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Ocean Stay!!
Our family of 11 enjoyed our week long stay at Villa Olivia! The ocean views from the house are amazing and we watched the incredible sunsets nightly. Someone from our family walked to the close by tide pools daily where they saw lots of hermit crabs and even a couple of octopuses!!
The house managers, Leeana and Elizabit, were very responsive to any questions we had and requests for help. We really appreciated Kimberly shopping so that we had groceries in the house when we arrived. As our flight was late and we didn’t get in until 8pm our first day, we were especially thankful that we’d had groceries delivered. Kimberly was knowledgeable about buying gluten free food for our family members who have Celiac.
Kimberly and the staff at the house, kept the grounds clean, cleaned our bedrooms every other day or so, cleared away our trash and recycling every evening and kept the place secure all night.
Each of the five bedrooms had bathrooms attached to them. All except one bedroom is only accessed through an outside courtyard. So perhaps this wouldn’t be a good house for younger children as they would be wandering outside to get to their parent’s bedroom.The main living area inside is not huge for eleven people, but the plentiful outside tables and chairs accommodated us just fine.
The smallish pool was great for cooling off if you didn’t want to be in the ocean and has some great seats on one side from where you can see some of the ocean.
We all loved our visit!!!
Judi B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Arlen H.
Feb 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Awesome
Arlen H.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda D.
Nov 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary.
We loved everything about our stay at Villa Oliva! The house was more beautiful than the pictures. The swimming pool was terrific. I was a little worried as it was small but is had wonderful steps into the pool and comfortable benches to lounge in the clean water.
The location is lovely and the beach beautiful and not crowded.
Every question or concern was immediately answered and promptly taken care of.
Our family of 8 had a great stay! We highly recommend this house.
Linda D.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
brooke h.
Oct 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
30th Bday Trip
Wonderful stay!! The house staff could not have been more helpful and kind. They were more than accommodating and the property was amazing! Just like the pictures. The beach out front was a wonderful surf spot and we enjoyed the sushi and drinks from just down the road! Great family vacation spot, we will be back!
brooke h.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bob K.
Aug 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We had the most wonderful family vacation at Casa Olivia recently. This fantastic home is located right on the most beautiful beach. We loved the outdoor areas and the pool. The manager was a great help before our arrival and the staff on-site were wonderful. The meals cooked by Kimberly and Evelyn were highlights of the trip. We can’t wait to return.
Bob K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mario B.
Jul 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Big Family Reunion
This property was ideal for our family reunion. We were able to rent this house and the property next door through the same owner and it was great! The staff was great and attended to our needs. The location was great and we love the house being right in the beach with easy access. The area was quiet. We would stay here again.
Mario B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
bridget g., Lambertville, New Jersey
May 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing vacation, amazing home, amazing staff. Couldn’t ask for more
Best vacation ever! We must of said it a million times during our stay. Just wonderful!
bridget g.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Apr 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Great stay in a great place
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
Apr 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awsome as always
Always a joy to be there!!! Staff is great year after year!! Looking foward to more adventures there
Michael M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
jennelle A.
Nov 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
100% AMAZING
This property was hands down the best experiance, Steps to the beautiful beach, fun town to walk too, House was very clean, Kids surfed and buggie boarded every day, The staff was all so wonderful and we will miss them!! Thanks for one of the best family vacations!!! Lots of great memories.
jennelle A.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
TN R.
Nov 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A trip we won’t soon forget…
Our stay at Villa Olivia exceeded our expectations in almost every area. The view of the pristine beach, open-air concept, and upscale feel of the rooms and common area were absolutely amazing. The staff was outstanding with Kimberly leading the way as cook and primary contact person during our stay. She made several excellent breakfasts including empanadas on our last day along with an amazing Lasagna dinner during the week. We would certainly recommend that you touch base with Kimberly when you arrive to plan meals and arrange grocery shopping.
Because of the security guards who patrolled the grounds from 6pm to 6am our group of 10 felt perfectly safe in this spectacular Villa that served as our home for 5 days after having spent 2 days in the La Fortuna area.
We did a day trip into Tamarindo and are so glad we didn’t book our lodging there as the nightlife was less kid and family friendly than the beeches and community of Playa Grande.
Be sure to walk to the black sand beach, get a massage, take surf lessons, and do a night beach walk to see the Milky Way in all its glory.
The bedrooms were all well decorated and roomy with comfortable beds. The cold air conditioning offered a much appreciated reprieve from the hot and humid weather. We visited during the rainy season but, other than evening showers, had very little rain.
The villa had just been remodeled prior to our visit and the attention to detail in creating warm and welcoming views and egress for a smooth flowing transition from indoor air-conditioned common areas to the huge covered porch and balcony make this Villa one of the best houses on the beach.
There are numerous hammocks and rocking chairs that allow for hours of relaxation while watching and listening to the waves crash.
The pool is somewhat small but perfect for cooling down and rinsing off after playing in the ocean.
The only issue we had during our stay was that the hot water heater servicing the upstairs bedrooms and bathrooms was never able to keep up. Jeffrey, the caretaker, did his best and made several repairs during the week but the small size of the water heater meant that many of us ended up taking showers in the two downstairs bathrooms. Again, a small issue but inconvenient nonetheless.
Overall, we would highly recommend Villa Olivia for groups of 10-15 people who are wanting a quiet and relaxing ocean front luxury experience. You won’t be disappointed!
TN R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Taran G.
Sep 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Like a movie
We had a fantastic time. Could wake up and walk out to the waves first thing and the staff was so nice and we felt very safe. Would highly recommend it. You can walk all the way to Tamarindo if the tied is low in like 45 minutes.
Taran G.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany P.
Aug 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property one the beach
We loved the area and the staff. Had a chef prepare an amazing meal. The only bad thing is the city is about a 30 min drive if you want to go shopping or get to the ATM. The property and house was amazing. We would definitely go back.
Tiffany P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
This was our family’s 3rd time staying. It was wonderful to pull up and be greeted by familiar faces: Jose, Jebry, and Kimberly, who have been there for years. The house is clean and beautiful. The beds are comfortable and all 3 families agreed we would all stay here again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Greg H.
Aug 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Playa Grande
Awesome stay for our family. Location and ease of access to the beach was fantastic. Views are amazing. Great beach. Nothing disappoints. Excellent people working at the property.
G High