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Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa

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Rear of Villa - 60' infinity pool-Rancho w/wet bar & grill. Spa not in picture.
Sun Monkey Deck – Outdoor seating. View to ocean, all green jungle canopy.
Pool Deck & Pavilion at twilight
Sun Monkey front entrance
Pool w/dual sitting shelves, waterfall. & wet bar rancho.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 22743.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste
  • Playa Hermosa
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Panamá Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bdr 6 Casita (guest house) 2nd fl

1 King Bed

Bdr 8 Casita 1st Fl - Optional

1 Queen Bed

Bdr 9 Casita 1st Fl - Optional

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bdr Casita 7 (guest house) 2nd fl.

1 Queen Bed

Bdr Master 3-King/Twins

2 Single Beds

Bdr Master 4 King/Twins

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Master 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom Master 2

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 7 - Half Bath

Soap · Toilet

Bathroom Master 1

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

Bathroom Master 2

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

Bathroom Master 3

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

Bathroom Master 5

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

Bathroom Master 4

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

Casita Bathroom 6 2nd Fl.

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Casita Bathroom 8 1st Fl.

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower - Huge w/bench - built by Fred Flintstone

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa

Discover Villa Sun Monkey, an exceptional vacation villa nestled in the quiet beach community of Playa Hermosa. Only five minutes north of Playas Del Coco and 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport (LIR).

Sun Monkey offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Papagayo Peninsula. We welcome families, groups, retreats and privacy seekers to an unforgettable Costa Rican experience.
This exquisite Villa features a main house and a guest house, totaling 8,000+ square feet of living space. Five suites in the main house, including 4 ocean-view master bedrooms and an ensuite bunk + queen room. Sun Monkey accommodates up to 16 standard or optionally up to 22 guests. Each suite includes luxurious private bathroom, individual air conditioning, walk-out porch or balcony, black-out shades/curtains, and closet space ensuring a comfortable stay for every guest.

Many guests have commented that the pictures do not do justice to our magnificent view. When you walk through the wide folded up door, the view is Stunning! Please come to experience the incredible Sunsets and Stargazing.

Villa Sun Monkey not only provides an idyllic setting but also a range of exclusive house services. Our dedicated team offers grocery shopping, bar stocking, and various options for chefs or personal bartender. Please inquire with management as we provide (with RAVE reviews) multiple options for all meals to meet the service level and/or budget requirements and culinary needs of diverse groups.

Transportation services and private recommended tours are available, allowing you to explore the beauty of Costa Rica with ease. If interested, please inquire with management as soon as booking is accepted for best scheduling options.

The Villa features a stunning 60-foot infinity swimming pool with a stunning pavilion for entertainment and relaxation, and a large hot tub/spa between the pool and pavilion. A separate rancho with a wet bar and outdoor barbecue grill adds to the villa's entertainment space. Indoors, you'll find a well-equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, and a den/office with a flat-screen TV.

Sun Monkey's 1.75-acre professionally landscaped grounds create a private and serene atmosphere, complemented by local fruit trees, flowers, and animals such as parrots and iguanas. The villa is double-gated, and onsite water storage, ensuring your safety and peace of mind throughout your stay.

Property manager

Brett or Pete
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
We have transport & additional parking available.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Costa Rica is very eco aware. Water ∓ electricity are quite expensive. Guests are not allowed to run A/C systems with outside doors left open.
Signed Agreement required within 2 weeks of booking. Photo ID required. Any DAMAGE CLAIM has $150 surcharge added to cover costs processing purchase
WE HAVE CUSTOM CANCELLATION POLICIES. PLEASE INQUIRE. VRBO provides rigid options. Ours are tailored.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: We have transport & additional parking available.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa Hermosa

Located in Sardinal, this villa is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa. Travelling with kids? Consider Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Hermosa, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Panamá Beach - 14 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Playa Penca - 14 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 17 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Coco Beach - 20 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Makoko - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪AquaSport - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪L'Buffet - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Ocean View Villa - 9 Bdr. -Magnificent Outdoor Pool, Pavilion, Bar & Spa located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rocio's Kitchen and Playa Hermosa. Coco Beach is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Loved it

Location was perfect. Easy to get to. Allowed for exploring different communities and adventures while having the perfect spot near the water. Very pleased.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Harry H.

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

Great House for our family

This property was perfect for our family of 17. Very comfortable for all. We had a wonderful week and our property host was very helpful in making it all happen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Can't beat this view!

We loved our stay at this property as it was plenty of room for our family of 13! The pool was a hit with our kds and the view was amazing. The property manager was very accommodating and helpful to our family and tended to any needs we had. The location was perfect - a short drive to Playa del Coco and an even shorter drive to Playa del Hermosa. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish B.

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

Beautiful property

This villa is one of a kind and is on a beautiful elevation. The views with great weather are unparalleled. Highly recommend. Hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

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

Multi family stay

Absolutely fantastic view, very well laid out with great bathrooms and bedrooms and well stocked kitchen. Golf carts are great for short trips and teens to take to the beach. Property manager and concierge and housekeeping were all attentive and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth C.

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

Great host, location, and host

GREAT stay! Beautiful location, wonderful house with great air conditioning, and the host was very easy to communicate with and help coordinate a lot of aspects of this day. Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

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

Pura Vida 2024

This property was perfect for our family of 18. Very comfortable for all. We had a wonderful week and our property host was very helpful in making it all happen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Foad K.

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

Amazing Ocean View House with Infinity Pool

This ocean view house in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica, is simply amazing. The infinity pool offers stunning views of the Pacific, especially at sunset. The house is spacious, modern, and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is great! Close to the beach and local spots. The host was extremely helpful, and Playa Hermosa’s natural beauty is unmatched. Highly recommend this place for a Costa Rica getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

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

Amazing place to stay!

Our group absolutely loved staying at the Sun Monkey! The property was spotless, the views were amazing and the location was perfect. Macho was an excellent caretaker. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Gorgeous home!

The home was absolutely gorgeous with an amazing view. Peter and his team were so great to work with and best communication I have come across when renting. Highly reccomend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

5* Review

Overall, we had an incredible stay. Bret was a fantastic host and Maria took great care of us at the house. Photos do not do the house justice. It is a beautiful setting, plenty of space for the group to spread out for alone time or to spend time together. Aircon in the rooms were great. Fully stocked, Beautiful views. I couldn't recommend this place enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

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

Feb 21- 25

Great stay!! Bret helped out so much with bookings, transportation, dinner reservations basically everything. The location was outstanding and the activities he suggested were epic. Thanks so much !! Will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brock & Christine W.

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

Beautiful Home

We had such a great time staying at the property and it was a perfect fit for our large group. The view is amazing and we really liked being in a gated community. Macho and Maria made things very easy and helped with anything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Amazing property

We had a family of 11 stay at this gorgeous home. Macho and maria were very accommodating and really showed us all around Costa Rica. Would highly recommend the Sun monkey for your next vacation rental
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doris H.

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

a beautiful villa!

The villa was everything it showed in the VRBO listing. It was beautiful, well kept and the views could not be matched. But even better, were our hosts, Macho and Maria who did everything possible to be sure we had a wonderful vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

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

Almost heaven

Amazing time with family and wonderful memories made. Best pool we’ve ever enjoyed!! Can’t beat the view. Large areas to gather family inside and on the patio with huge opening doors in between. Great restaurants nearby too. Enjoy!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tobi G.

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

Sun Monkey

Loved our stay here. Only negative was that hot tub could not be running same time as pool. Beautiful place and we all had wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Dorendia W.

Family vacation

We took the whole family to Playa Hermosa and stayed at Sun Monkey We had a wonderful time and Costa Rica is beautiful. Maria and Macho were so helpful in guiding us to different places. Our kids said after seeing Costa Rica they would never go back to Mexico
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

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

Best house from my group

The house was clean and beautiful. My group was exclaiming that this was the best house I have rented. I wish we could move this house to all the other locations we want to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Stunning Views!

We just completed our stay at Sun Monkey a group of 14 ranging in ages from 16 - 90 years old. There was something for everyone. The architecture and views from all the common areas are absolutely breathtaking from dawn to dusk. While the house is older, it is a good value . What was most impressive was the responsiveness of the house managers Manrique and Brett. We changed our plans a few times and they were always able to accommodate. Jay the chef is fabulous and definitely a great idea for large groups. The rain forest hike was amazing we saw poisonous dart frogs to baby Toucans. On the river boat tour the monkeys and crocodiles were within touching distance. Great property and well managed
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Great Family Vacation

House & property were amazing. Can’t beat the sunsets. Took the best snorkeling trip ever which included dolphins, manta rays, octopus, tons of fish & sea turtles! Zip lining was a blast as well. Macho & Maria were great and provided whatever we needed. Highly recommend booking this property and can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Beautiful property

We absolutely loved our stay at the Sun Monkey property. Maria and Macho really make the experience wonderful. We had Maria cook us a dinner (something I would highly recommend. Her food is delicious) and Macho brought in a traditional Costa Rican guitarist to serenade us while we ate. They were also very helpful in finding excursions and renting equipment to play on the beach. Loved every minute of our stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni S.

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

Felt like a Movie Star

The outdoor space with infinite pool, balcony, patio and ocean view made us feel like we were living in a movie! The home is beautiful, quiet, double gated and located on the side of the hills overlooking the ocean. The kitchen was well appointed with spices, cookware and dishware. The owner as well as the hosts was very quick to respond when we wanted to extend our stay. We would highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

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

Relaxing Paradise

What a wonderful trip!!! The house was beautiful and the pictures of the views don't do it justice. Everything was so easily accessible by golf cart! Macho and Maria were just the best! We are still raving about Maria's dinners and how much we loved Macho! Thank you Sun Monkey for the wonderful memories!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

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

WOW!

What an amazing place. The entire place was as advertised. So comfortable, so beautiful. The pool and view were the best for pure relaxation. Macho and Maria were the absolute best. Truly the “genies” making your wishes happen. I would absolutely recommend this spot to other families for a great vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brett or Pete

Host profile image
Entrepreneur extraordinaire who wanted a piece of paradise to relax at. I have travelled all over the world. Visited nearly every island in Caribbean, and Mexico looking for the right combination of tropical living, affordability, things to do, safety, and a stable government. Costa Rica is the best. The people are very nice and not resentful of foreigners. There is not the poverty nor crime of other countries. There is such an eclectic mix of people from all over the world who come here to vacation, snowbird, or full time living, it is very exciting!

Why they chose this property

I looked at 50 Villas and as soon as I walked into Sun Monkey, I knew it to be home. Unless you have spent some time in this area, it is difficult to to explain the differences between SM and other homes in this price range. Location, location, location. Very close to beach, but away from hubub. Very short and easy drive from main road. Large 1.75 acres of lush private gardens. Private enough to host a nudist group! The extra pavilion structure is very special. It provides another gathering place, enabling a large group or family to spread out and not feel on top of one another. It regularly hosts morning exercise sessions, afternoon naps, 15 people doing yoga, and twilight evenings rocking & watching magnificent Sunsets, with a cold one. We have had the pool redone and added sun shelves to linger on. A new hot tub spa is installed between pool and pavilion. Hidden Outdoor shower could have been built by Fred Flintstone and receives interesting reviews by guests!
And we have the best full time property management. Malinche Properties make your vacation effortless. Owning two restaurants and a brewery provide us the platform to offer numerous chef and meal options from "white tablecloth" to simple BBQ's.

What makes this property unique

HUGE 60' pool. Spa/Hot Tub. Outdoor Pavilion. Ocean view Casita (guest house) is close enough to main house (30 feet) where all feel part of group, but great place for young adults who need own space. Covered rancho with wet bar and grill. Multiple "spaces" for a large group to spread out to. Bunk room for kids, cousins, and friends. Never feeling crowded.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests