A Tropical Oasis Just Steps from Playa Penca

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Living room looking towards the kitchen. The couch is also a queen sofa-bed.

Lush gardens surrounding pool and shallow children's pool.

Our extensive guidebook will ensure you know the best places to eat & play.

Welcome to Casa del Sol, your tropical oasis, in the heart of Potrero.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

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Parking available
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Potrero, Guanacaste

Penca Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Playa Prieta
‪13 min walk‬
Playa Potrero
‪3 min drive‬
Tamarindo (TNO)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Welcome to our condo at Casa del Sol, a well-appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground-floor condo in a gated complex, just 300 meters from the stunning white sands of Playa Penca. We take great pride in providing a welcoming and comfortable stay for all of our guests. With a focus on cleanliness, high-quality linens, and thoughtful touches throughout, we strive to make every stay feel like a home away from home. Our long-standing Premier Host status reflects our commitment to hospitality and making sure our guests have everything they need for a wonderful experience.

Why You'll Love Our Condo at Casa del Sol:

* Unbeatable Location: Just a short stroll (300m) to Playa Penca, a breathtakingly beautiful, quiet beach that feels like a hidden paradise.
* Ultimate Relaxation: Enjoy the sights and sounds of Costa Rica’s wildlife from your shaded garden terrace, where howler monkeys and tropical birds create a magical ambiance.
* Cozy & Well-Equipped: Overlooking the lush pool and manicured gardens, our condo blends the tranquility of nature with the comforts of home.
* Modern Amenities: Cook in a fully equipped kitchen, unwind in the deep jacuzzi tub, or refresh in one of two spacious rain showers.
* Cool & Comfortable: Air conditioning and ceiling fans throughout ensure a pleasant stay in any season.
* Flexible Sleeping Arrangements: Second Bedroom is set up with two twin beds, but can be converted to a King Bed on request offering an ideal escape for two couples.
* Brand New Full-Sized LG Washer & Dryer for your convenience.
* Beach Essentials Provided: We supply beach towels, beach chairs, and a beach umbrella to stay comfortable while enjoying the beaches of Guanacaste.
* Extra Housekeeping visit Included when booked for stays of 7 nights or more.

Experience the Best of Costa Rica

Playa Penca is a true hidden gem—one of the most pristine and breathtaking beaches in Costa Rica. Just 300 meters from our condo, it offers crystal-clear waters and soft white sand, making it an idyllic escape. Potrero is a vibrant and welcoming town with excellent restaurants, a laid-back atmosphere, and even a fantastic gelato shop just around the corner. Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or a taste of local culture, this neighbourhood has it all.

Nearby Attractions:

* Flamingo (10 min away): Deep-sea fishing, sunset cruises, restaurants, banking, and retail.
* Reserva Conchal (15 min away): World-class Robert Trent Jones Jr. golf course and stunning Playa Conchal.
* Adventure Excursions: Zip-lining, mud baths, jungle hikes, and ATV tours all within reach.

Come experience the natural beauty, warm hospitality, and relaxed charm of our condo at Casa del Sol.

Pura Vida!

Property manager

Daphne Nicholson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please be careful with the air conditioning. If you have the sliding door open or if you are away for the day please turn it up. Thanks

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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

On-site 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center and Diamante Eco Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Penca Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Playa Prieta - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Playa Potrero - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Flamingo Beach - 12 min drive - 5.8 km
Conchal Beach - 57 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

Tamarindo (TNO) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Las Brisas - ‬2 min walk
‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬9 min drive
‪Gracia - ‬12 min drive
‪Soda Marcell - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does A Tropical Oasis Just Steps from Playa Penca have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is A Tropical Oasis Just Steps from Playa Penca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Tropical Oasis Just Steps from Playa Penca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Tropical Oasis Just Steps from Playa Penca?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Tropical Oasis Just Steps from Playa Penca located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Penca Beach and Playa Prieta are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Molly & R.

2 January 2025

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

Very Clean Unit!

This was a great find... very clean, nice development, and good communication with hosts.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hollie B.

23 April 2022

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

Great pool and short walk from a great beach

We had a wonderful time here, the condo has good amenities and is in a wonderful location, close to mini supers and places to eat and a 4 minute walk to the best beach we visited this trip! Our kids wanted to see monkeys and were excited to see howlers multiple times. The condo is also very secure, although Costa Rica doesn’t worry us much. Pura Vida!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sjirley L.

22 February 2022

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

Wonderful experience. Casa del Sol is a unique condo,clean, accessible, and friendly.

A great experience. Good amenities in condo. Many breaches and great eating places. Need a car to explore many beaches and shopping centers nearby.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

21 March 2020

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

Great place!

We only had one night here, as we were meeting a larger family group the next day. We really enjoyed the place, and found it very comfortable, quiet, and welcoming. It was close to the beach (a short walk), and we enjoyed the sunset views. Thanks much! Costa Rica is amazing.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

20 March 2020

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

The condo was perfect, clean and had everything we needed. I highly recommend this place

The area we stayed has many beautiful beaches to which we hopped around at. The people of Play Potrero are very friendly we felt very safe. I would definitely go again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G., Star

31 January 2020

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

Great place

This is a wonderful place to stay. The condo is exactly how pictured and the pool area couldn’t be better.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sergio F.

9 September 2019

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

Heaven on Earth!

Beautiful Place!

10/10 Excellent

Tammy O., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

21 March 2019

Great place to stay

I would highly recommend staying here. The unit is great, pool is quiet and peaceful. Close to beaches, restaurants, groceries. Owners were very accommodating and easy to deal with.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Susan A.

26 December 2018

Great Place to Stay

We were so comfortable in this condo. It is pleasantly decorated, tucked away in a corner that provided privacy. The master bed was extremely comfortable. Extra touches such as beach chairs and towels really were lovely.,Housekeeping was provided which was well scheduled. The owner went out of her way to answer questions, provide information and to be available by email when needed. We would definitely stay there again. The only issues were a few things that needed repair. We let the owner know and we are positive she will see to them right away. But nothing too important, a tv remote etc, and nothing that interfered with us loving our stay in the condo!!

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Edwin D.

5 December 2018

Great stay

Location to the beach was excellent. The unit had everything we needed in it. We made good use of the pool. Loved the grounds around the complex. All in all had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Debra P.

2 April 2018

Beautiful condo

We loved our few days at this beautiful condo which is a short walk from one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. My only complaint was when you include the very high cleaning fee and the service fee the per day cost shot up to well over $200 per day. Something to keep in mind. Also VRBO was very slow, almost 2 weeks later, in returning our deposit and had to call them twice. Obviously not the owners fault, they were great and sent very helpful info ahead of time.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

27 February 2018

Excellent place to stay. We stayed 2 weeks and enjoyed every minute of it.

The development is well managed, safe, clean, and only 300 meters from one of the best beaches in the area. The property is very peaceful and quiet. I highly recommend this property and would definitely stay again.

Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve C., Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

31 March 2017

Bright and beautiful- best accommodations in CR

I have traveled extensively in Central America and Casa del Sol was far and away the best place I have ever stayed. The condo was exceptional and exceeded expectations. It was sparkling clean with all the amenities you would need to cook for a family. A very home-y feel! The beds were exceptionally comfortable and the rooms had a bright and airy feel to them. The pool was a wonderful bonus for the children and adults- very well maintained as was the beautiful, tropical garden. Reynaldo- the friendly man at the security gate- learned all of our names and greeted us warmly whenever we passed through. Penca beach- just up the road- is a white sand paradise. We frequented "Pablo's"- a tiny restaurant right on Penca serving cappuccinos in the morning and sandwiches and beer all day long. For dinner we went to "Sol y Mar" a decently priced restaurant with delicious food. Daphne is a wonderfully attentive host who gave us many helpful suggestions for things to do and places to eat. She responded to all inquiries promptly and helped to make our vacation perfect.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Manuel M.

2 August 2016

Great Property, clean well equipped fantastic place.

We spent four days at Potrero in this wonderful place. The condo is very well equipped and maintained. You have the beach less than a mile away and a nice swimming pool inside the property. Easy access and everything as stated in the listing. Fully recommended. We were a six person party ranging from 3 to 70 and everyone had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alex N.

16 June 2015

Costa Rican experience with the comforts of home!

Wow, what a spot! We left the crowds and the tourist trap of Tamarindo and arrived in the little village of Potrero. Near the church and the active community soccer field was our oasis for the next week of our stay in Costa Rica. This gated complex was staffed with friendly security who always had a wave and a smile during our comings and goings. The locals made us feel like we were truly welcomed in Costa Rica and we experienced first hand all the beauty we had heard about the people of this country. We strolled the deserted white sand beaches of Penca and Prietta (linked by a scenic pathway) enjoyed the pool, and watched the howler monkeys in the nearby tress. The condo itself offered all the conveniences of home with high speed wireless internet allowing all of us to keep in touch with social and business networks back home. The beds were comfy , kitchen fully stocked with everything we needed and the patio was a shady delight to have morning coffee or escape the afternoon sun. We loved this casual non tourist feeling location and quickly settled in, enjoying typical local restaurants the nearby gelato shop as well as many restaurants in the area that fulfilled everyone's food requirements. Thank you Daphne for all your amazing suggestions of what to do and see...we will definitely recommend this spot to our friends and hope to return again soon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

28 August 2013

Wonderful Condo!

We had a wonderful time at this condo. From the moment we opened the front door, we were in awe. The place smelled so good and it was spotless. The color scheme was beautiful, as well as all the decorations throughout the place. It was very cozy and it felt a lot like home. The beds were so comfortable (even the sofabed) -the most comfortable beds we had during our stay in Costa Rica ;-D. The kitchen had everything we could possibly need. The swimming pool was a very popular place with our kids, and the jacuzzi in the pool was amazing. The location within walking distance of La Penca and local supermarkets and restaurants was so convenient. We felt safe at all times and enjoyed having the condo -and the beach!- pretty much to ourselves. We are already set on going back next summer. You'll be hearing from us next year! Thank you for your patience answering our never ending questions. Your condo was much more than what we were expecting. You have a very beautiful place. Take care and we'll contact you sometime next year.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Renan M.

15 July 2011

Wonderful family vacations

To enjoy vacations with children (15,11 and 2yrs) is really a big challenge, and this property is the perfect location to enjoy by all family members, the condo is set like our home, after visiting the beaches the kids enjoyed the pool and watching TV, including internet access. The hospitality from Daphne exceeded my expectations. The experience was great due to close distance of nice beaches like Playa Grande, Tamarindo, Playa Langosta and others. I enjoyed riding my Mountain Bike and relaxed later in the jacuzzi hearing the birds and monkeys during the sunset. The time there was wonderful. I recommend this property and if you love the outdoor sports, you can bring your Mountain Bike; or just practice hiking, swimming, kayaking (you can rent there).

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sarah w., Brooklyn, NY

5 January 2011

Perfect vacation spot

A perfect spot for a family vacation away from it all. This house sits in a perfect little nook near town, beaches and all amenities. The compound has a beautiful and family friendly pool and garden landscape where small ones can roam safely and freely. The house is large, welcoming and provides all that one needs for their vacation. Redefines relaxation.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

8 December 2010

Vacation of a Lifetime!

I stayed at this condo for 3 weeks with my husband in October 2010, after traveling around the country for 6 weeks, and this condo made our vacation! The location of the condo is excellent, close to restaurants and grocery stores. The condo property is beautifully landscaped, making it a perfect tropical oasis. Walking into the condo set all of our worries at ease - Daphne had the condo decorated to the 9's, decorated with modern, comfortable furniture and bedding, and wireless internet and TVs. The appliances are all beautiful and barely used, and the master bathroom - oh my goodness!! LUXURY! The pool is perfection, and Penca Beach, which is steps away, was our favorite beach on the Pacific Coast. Daphne was a pleasure to do business with - she is very knowledgeable and I highly recommend using not only her condos (I believe she has more than one in the area), but using her as a resource for your trip! She also is VERY respected with the locals, which also made for a very relaxing time in her condo. Thank you, Daphne...we will be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

27 March 2010

Costa Rican Oasis

I was searching for the perfect getaway and found it! Solitude, Beauty and the comforts of home all rolled into one! I found the condo to be tastefully decorated and the grounds meticulously cared for. We spent our days soaking up the beautiful sunshine by the pool and our evenings dining at one of the many quaint restaurants. One can't forget to mention the "Soda" and "Marcado" that are within walking distance. Costa Rican night life is second to none, making it easy to let loose! The sincere warmth displayed by the locals afford the opportunity to truly feel how life is in Central America. I would not hesitate to recommend this rental property to my friends and family. The owners are extremely accommodating and are very familiar with the surrounding areas. Every one of the activities suggested by them turned out to be amazing! They even set us up with our own tour guide. Thank you Fabian - you were terrific ;) Already planning our next trip. PURA VIDA

About the host

Hosted by Daphne Nicholson

Hello! I'm Daphne, and I live in Vancouver on Canada's beautiful Pacific West Coast. Hosting has been a passion of mine for many years, and I take great joy in helping guests have an unforgettable vacation. Our family first visited Costa Rica in 2003 and immediately fell in love with the stunning beaches, welcoming people, and incredible natural beauty. That trip inspired us to purchase our first property at Reserva Conchal, and a few years later, we jumped at the chance to own a home in the charming town of Potrero at Casa del Sol. Over 20 years and six grandchildren later, Costa Rica remains our home away from home, and we love sharing it with our guests. Our properties are family-owned and personally managed to ensure every stay is perfect.

Why they chose this property

Playa Penca is a true hidden gem—one of the most pristine and breathtaking beaches in Costa Rica. Just 300 meters from our condo, it offers crystal-clear waters and soft white sand, making it an idyllic escape. Potrero is a vibrant and welcoming town with excellent restaurants, a laid-back atmosphere, and even a fantastic gelato shop just around the corner. Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or a taste of local culture, this neighbourhood has it all.

What makes this property unique

When Casa del Sol was first developed, we were the very first owners to purchase, giving us the perfect opportunity to choose the best location within the community. Our condo is ideally situated—close to the pool but far enough to avoid noise, ensuring peaceful evenings. As a ground-floor unit, it offers easy accessibility, making it convenient for families and guests of all ages. Additionally, our unit enjoys natural shade during the hottest part of the day, creating a comfortable outdoor space to relax. With thoughtful design, personal touches, and a deep connection to the area, our home provides a truly special getaway for our guests.

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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