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Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away!

Villa near Playa Potrero in Tempate

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
A neatly made bed with striped bedding, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.
Pool
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Potrero, Guanacaste Province
  • Place, Potrero Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Penca Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪94 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Potrero

Close to the beach.You'll find Playa Potrero and Penca Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Tempate villa. Also, Potrero Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and Playa Prieta is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Potrero Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Penca Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Playa Prieta - 5 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 12 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surf Box - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Shop Puro - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Las Catalinas Beach Club - ‬9 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.

Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away!

Beautiful Italian style villa located just a few blocks from one of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches, Playa Penca. The villa is safely located is a 24/7 gated community with a resort style Pool. It's a cozy villa with a well equipped kitchen and a roomy screened in porch for relaxing.The villa has one private bedroom, one loft bedroom and a large sofa, two full baths, and a washing machine, dryer, and clothes line. The secure neighborhood includes a wonderful little square that includes a fantastic Italian restaurant and bar, an incredible bakery, a fish market, sausage maker, barber shop, cooking school, and a travel agent. The neighborhood is well maintained by gardeners and contains beautiful foliage and mature trees including Banana, Mango, and even star fruit. There are many excellent restaurants nearby as well as grocery stores and recreational options.

Potrero is a sleepy low-stress community surrounded by many wonderful beaches and only a short 30 minute drive to the beautiful, bustling beach town of Tamarindo. It's a relatively short drive from the Liberia international airport, less than an hour. Costa Rica's best sunsets can be found here. Escape the hustle and bustle of the big city and have a truly relaxing vacation in Potrero in our little slice of Paradise!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Golf

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

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

Please leave villa as you found it, abide by pool rules
Respect our furniture and use coasters on our hardwood areas . Please move BBQ pit to front or back porch to use and clean ashes afterwards
Remove trash and food when you check out please

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: It's a FAMILY Villa! However loft stairs steep

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Small parties ok, respect neighbors

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Small parties ok, respect neighbors
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. Note from host: Small parties ok, respect neighbors For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! to the airport?

This villa is 14.3 mi (37-min drive) away from the Tamarindo (TNO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! to the beach?

This villa is a short 13-minute walk from Playa Potrero and 11-minute walk from Penca Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away!?

No, there is no casino at this villa, but El Coco Casino (8.2 mi) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away!?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! to downtown Tempate?

This villa is 0.3 mi away from Potrero.

Gringo Paradise, a perfect Costa Rican get away! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth H.

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

Perfect!

Gringo's Paradise became our paradise during our stay! Excellent location with everything you could possibly need. Our host was very helpful and quick to answer any questions. Comfortable beds, nicely appointed, serene and quiet neighborhood and beautiful beaches within walking distance . The true essence of Pura Vida
Stayed 77 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

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

Wouuu! Tienen todo lo necesario para tener una estancia muy agradable,

Muchísimas gracias al Sr. Scott propietario de la Villa, siempre pendiente con una sola llamada. Estuvimos mi cuñada y yo, eso si pensamos que la Villa es perfecta más como para una pareja y jóvenes. Para nosotras dos. Wouuu!!todas las personas desde los guardias realmente amigables y atentos a ayudarnos, nos sentíamos en casa. Si Dios me lo permite la próxima vez., regresaría ahí mismo pero ahora en compañía de mi esposo, para otra económica, súper tranquila luna de miel.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Villa in Potrero

Wonderful villa with everything you could possibly my need to make your stay comfortable. Highly recommend this place. The owner was easy to reach for any concerns We spent 5 weeks there and enjoyed it very much !
Stayed 38 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guy W.

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

unforgettable vacation

This was a wnderful vacation site for rest and revitalization from busy work. The environment of the house and the resort complex was impressive. It is a quiet, safe and attentive community. It has the largest swimming pool we have visited and wonderful, scenic beaches just a brief drive away. We especially selected the site because of its pet friendly policy. It is a place we would like to return to.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019