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Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle

Tamarindo vacation home with kitchen

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 105500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Tamarindo, Provincia de Guanacaste
  • Place, Tamarindo Church
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Casino Diria
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪90 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

In Tamarindo .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Tamarindo vacation home, you'll find Tamarindo Beach and Tamarindo Church. Black Stallion Eco Park and Casino Diria are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Church - 13 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Casino Diria - 18 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Reserva Conchal Golf Course - 18 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 18 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Playa Brasilito - 19 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rural - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪B.O.A (Brothers of Ale) Brewing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gekos - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Soda Los Zetas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tamarindo Coffee Roasters - ‬12 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.

Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle

Surrounded by ocean, valley and mountain views; the Casa at Mar Mirada is centrally located to the best surf breaks on the northern Nicoya peninsula. An amazing day of surfing, snorkeling, sunbathing and relaxing is only a short drive away.

Your private casa has been remodeled from top to bottom and is completely turn-key. A fully equipped kitchen awaits to inspire your inner chef, with everything you need to cook a delicious meal.


Enjoy sunrise and a cup of coffee on your private palapa, where you will see and hear a variety of local wildlife. Howler monkeys, variegated squirrels, green parrots and iguanas are frequent visitors to the property.

The Casa at Mar Mirada let's you spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town and your nights in the jungle.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 5,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No Loud Music at any time
No drinking in the pool
No glass on pool deck or in pool

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children under 17 are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Spend Your Days Beach Your Evenings Town Your Nights Jungle
Spend Your Days Beach Your Evenings Town Your Nights Jungle

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle to the airport?

This vacation home is 4 mi (10-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.1 mi (14-min drive) from Tamarindo Beach and 7.2 mi (31-min drive) from Conchal Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Casino Diria (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle have a spa?

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

How close is Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle to downtown Tamarindo?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi away from Tamarindo.

Spend your days at the beach, your evenings in town & your nights in the jungle Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shari H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Million dollar Panoramic view’s! Nicely nestled in the jungle.

The grounds were absolutely pristine. The pool was absolutely amazing. And the wildlife was a plus. Monkeys, parrots, horses, chameleons..etc~ The Casita wasn’t picture perfect. Some of the amenities that you see in the pictures were not provided. And it was very disappointing that I had to clean the casita , There were cobwebs, mold in the shower. Not enough towels. And no shampoo or soap. As advertised. And not disinfected very well. We also had an invasion of ants in the kitchen and in the cabinets. It looked like it wasn’t tended to before our arrival…
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute Paradise

This casita was perfect for my wife and I to spend our anniversary trip at. The views from the pool were unmatched and it was just a short drive from the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Off the beaten path

Amazing potential. Requires SUV to get to the property. Views are worth going up the hill.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Taylor F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Great hosts, place is super cute and clean. Amazing view but definitely need a 4x4 to get there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we wanted!

Super quiet, away from the city, beautiful swimming pool and covered pool patio in addition to our little casita, all was awesome. Enjoyed breakfast on the casita patio every morning and relaxed in the hammock too! The views of the ocean and the surrounding jungle greenery along with spectacular sunset views were exactly what we wanted! Bed was super comfortable, we slept like happy babies. We would heartily recommend to anyone looking for this type of solitude.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful casita!

We had an amazing stay! The casita was so cute and had everything we needed, including a bottle of wine and delicious coffee! The pool area was absolutely beautiful, and the property itself was fantastic. In addition to the great views, we could hear howler monkeys, birds, and frogs, which really added to the other experience. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

Leslie and Dave are AWESOME! They are very friendly and when we ran into an unfortunate even they were super helpful and comforting. The property is great, it is out of the hustle and bustle of the city but only a very short drive allowing us to fully enjoy the peace but also get to fun quickly and easily. It was an awesome trip and the property and the hosts where great, the pool is very nice and has amazing views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Five stars!

Lovely casita in peaceful setting with gorgeous views and stunning sunsets. Owners are very helpful and kind. We loved our stay here and highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Ralph C., North Tonawanda

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular!!!

I'll say it again....Spectacular! The breathtaking view all the way to the ocean (incredible sunsets), the super clean and very comfortable Casita, the beautiful pool, and the wonderfully kind and helpful owners. What a gem of a location. Wonderful peace and tranquility yet the beauty of being just a short 15-25 minute drive to Playa Tamarindo, Conchal, Flamingo,Langosta, and Grande (please ... spend a 1/2 day at the black sand beaches near Playa Grande) The pool, the guest house, the outdoor and indoor shower, and most importantly the owners.... Dave & Leslie were over- the - top with regard to their hospitality & congeniality------ Honestly... why would anyone stay anywhere else if visiting the Tamarindo area----- we WILL be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Jack S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

A rocky experience

Leslie and David are really very nice, kind, helpful people. The drive up to their place is very steep and rocky and a 4 wheel drive is definitely required. The palapa by the swimming pool has a million dollar view with a 360 degree landscape visual. Howlers, lizards, many different variety of birds and butterflies visited often with excellent photographic opportunities. Unfortunately for us the pool, which was sparkling at the beginning of our vacation and which we loved, turned green three days towards the end of our stay and never righted itself. In fact it worsened each day, so we were out of luck there. The owners were apologetic but it did upset our vacation a little as it had become a favourite part of our day to come back to the pool. David gave us a beautiful picture frame which he had made himself at the end of our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tania T., Milwaukee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for a getaway!!

My fiance and I stayed at Leslie and David's casita for 3 nights while we were in the Tamarindo area and it was PERFECT! Their hospitality and generousity made it even better. Their casita is located in a private road with stunning views by the pool and palapa. We loved spending time by the pool enjoying the sun and Leslie made us some delicious desserts!! This place definitely deserves 5 stars! Probably one of the best places my fiance and I have stayed at! It was a great experience to stay in a place surrounded by nature, we even heard howler monkeys a of couple times. Cant reccomend Leslie and David's place enough!!:) THANK YOU! PURA VIDA.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christina V.

Liked: Cleanliness

One in a million!

Don't miss your chance at staying at this paradise! Leslie and David were amazing hosts and even set up private surfing lessons for us. They hospitality and consideration are wonderful and they really have thought of everything to make you feel at home in their guest house. The drive up can be a bit scary if you don't have a solid car, but the view is worth it! Thank you again for sharing this paradise with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rick L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top of the mountain

Great place! Very quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our “Casita”

This was our first time to CR and we can not wait to come back. Leslie and David were awesome host and made us feel at home, the casita has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Def coming back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful honeymoon and birthday experience!

We could not have asked for a more wonderful honeymoon. Leslie and David are the most wonderful people and hosts. The "casita" was exactly as described and more!!! The sunset appetizers were a true treat. The pool is wonderful and so relaxing. This was truly a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

What can I say, Perfect! Leslie and David were the perfect Hostess and Host. We arrived in the dark from Liberia and got lost, couldn't read the signs. Eventually, called Leslie and she met us at a Hotel, what a relief! The Casita/Cabina was perfect, very private, comfortable bed, all the cooking necessities, outdoor shower, Netflix, darling decor but most of all the salt water pool with amazing views! We really felt like we were on Holiday! Away from the hustle and bustle of the great city of Tamarindo but not to far away! It was my 60th Birthday and Leslie made me a gluten free carrot cake and David made me a beautiful frame. That I will treasure.as a reminder of a very special Birthday! Thank you very much! What a perfect place to get engaged! I definitely recommend this place! I really hope to be back someday! Thanks again Leslie and David! Pura Vida!!!

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We spent the time at Leslie and David's casita enjoying the pool. They were more than gracious, hosting two happy hours and giving us pointers for us to further enjoy our stay. A great stay!

10/10 Excellent

Susan Q., Brooklyn, NY

Perfect balance of city and nature

Leslie and David were amazing host. I’ve stood at many vacation rentals and by far this has to be my favorite spot. Not only because of the beauty of the home but because of the beautiful, loving, caring energy of the owner. The Casita is the perfect balance of city and tranquility. It’s close enough to all the restaurants and downtown bars but not in the middle of it all. Love the fact that we were able to have quiet time to enjoy nature and the beautiful sunsets. The pool and the outdoor seating area have to be my favorite feature of this paradise. David and Leslie have done an amazing job with their home. I would definitely recommend it and stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margarita D.

Best Views!!

We loved our stay at Leslie and David guest house. It has everything you need while traveling - home away from home. Close location to beaches, short drive in any direction. You have to see it- magnificent views from this property, words can not describe. With full kitchen we were able to cook our own breakfast and dinners and enjoy it with the best views in town. Greatly recommend! Thank you Leslie and David for your warm hospitality. You guys are truly the best hosts!!! Pura Vida, Margarita and Alex

10/10 Excellent

Steve T., Charlotte

Fantastic Private Casita!!!

Leslie and David are such magnificent hosts! We loved the Casita, all the wildlife, being serenaded each morning under the palapa by all the birds while we had our morning tea and coffee... so many wonderful memories. So much to do in this country and Guanacaste is the perfect area to stay. Don’t miss Toronto Volcano or Monteverde. Also, each of the beaches is a bit different and you owe it to yourself to try them all. Tell Koolah, Lani (dogs) and Fred and Sue (frogs) we said “Hi”!!! We’re going to miss this place and you guys!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alonso S.

Such an amazing place, such a incredible hosts!!

My couple and I spent just 3 nights at this incredible house that was full equipped, even beyond our expectations because I had everything even some food and drinks. The cabin is very quiet and all the equipment is modern within perfect conditions. The pool is very clean and is not front the cabin but you just have to walk some meters to reach it. The view is AMAZING, you can see Tamarindo's beach and all around. Leslie and her husband are incredible hosts, from the first moment we arrived they showed to us very friendly like we were with family, also Leslie prepared us an awesome and delicious lemon pie, and if it wouldn't be just perfect, once we were leaving they gave us a frame done with wood from the place, honestly it has been the best treatment I've ever received since all places I've stayed!!!! Also they have a couple of dogs that are very friendly and quiet. This place is totally recommended if you want to have an excellent experience within Guanacaste. My couple and I we definitely will come back :) Just a little detail, make sure you will take a SUV car or so, because the road is not very recommended for a sedan.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Cathy S.

Slightly remote yet beautful

After the initial "shock" of the slightly tough terrain to get to the beautiful casita, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Having the owners onsite was very nice - they provided guidance yet allowed us privacy at the same time. We enjoyed a gift upon departure after spending our last evening sharing a meal with Leslie and David. Yet a little removed from activities, the drive to areas with more activities was never to far - time could be sent relaxing onsite (the pool area is amazing) or venturing out to nearby towns to enjoy beaches, restaurants, shopping etc ... The casita itself was beautiful and very well equipped ... Thank you for a wonderful "initiation"/transition to our Costa Rican vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Loved it! We will be back!**CLEAN** Amazing views! Great location for fun and relaxation!

Clean. Comfortable. David and Leslie were very friendly and helpful. We very much enjoyed our vacation and will be back to stay at their home again! It has beautiful views! You can watch the sunset poolside! Easy to get to beaches or towns. Just a perfect location for fun or relaxation! We cannot wait to visit again! Pictures do not do the views justice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Property was exactly as described

Leslie and David have a beautiful guest house with all the amenities we needed..including beach towels and umbrella...they were excellent host and leslie makes a great pina colada and guacamole...we would recommend to anyone looking for quite and privacy...

10/10 Excellent

BN S., Edmonton, Alberta

Tamarindo Delight!

Leslie & David were welcoming and generous hosts. They went out of their way to make sure our stay was everything we had hoped it would be - relaxing & peaceful with a bit of adventure on the side. The casita was well set up with a lovely patio for quiet afternoons of reading & relaxing. We were welcome to use the pool which we did regularly. They gave us our privacy but also came out and chatted about our day’s adventures. We met Fred, the very large toad that comes down to the pool in the evening & also a large lizard we named Ethel who cooperated wonderfully for photos. Leslie & David provided lots of ideas for day trips & made great recommendations for dinners out. Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar & Grill in Brasilito was our favorite and you can’t go wrong with the mahi-mahi if it’s on the menu. They hosted a delightful happy hour our second night there & made us feel at home. The view of the valley at sunset was amazing! Our second week there, they hosted a birthday party for me (Nancy) complete with appetizers, an amazing chocolate birthday cake with ice cream and homemade birthday gifts courtesy of David & his wood-working shop. We were truly spoiled. We enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the busy-ness of Tamarindo & found our own piece of paradise at Playa Brasilito. You simply cannot go wrong with a short or long stay at The Casita at Mar Mirada! Be sure to rent a 4 wheel drive. Thank you again Leslie & David for a wonderful stay. I’m sure we’ll be back.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2019