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Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury

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Private pool and sunbeds, view to the outdoor patio
Bedroom 2 view to the pool
Bedroom2
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 2

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10350 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Reserva de Golf, Hacienda Pinilla, Provincia de Guanacaste
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Playa Langosta
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Tamarindo Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury

Villa La Selva is your private tropical oasis. A modern open-air shaded poolside lounge enables the ultimate in tropical indoor-outdoor living. A heated jacuzzi flowing into the infinity edge pool allows you to enjoy the villa day and night. Clean modern lines flow through the kitchen into a beautiful wooden dining table, setting the scene for memorable meals (we highly recommend a night of catering from the team at Pura Vida Catering its a must do!)
We can provide you with private chef bookings, massage therapy appointments, spa appointments, tours and more. Just ask and we can usually make it happen.
Golf cart, bicycles, tee times, private chef, massage, spa, and tours booked separately after rental agreement is complete.
At Villa la Selva our aim is to give you the luxurious hotel feel in a private home setting. We provide daily housekeeping services Monday through Saturday with your rental. Our housekeeper is also available for breakfast service. We can work into a schedule that fits your groups needs and we are on call 24/7
Here in Hacienda Pinilla, a golf cart is a great way to explore the 4500-acre ranch. It's the best way to see the wildlife and monkeys on your way to and from the beach club, Marriott hotel or other amenities.

*** Please note that we want all of our guests to enjoy their stay at Villa La Selva. This home is located in a private, gated community with mainly full-time residents and families. There is a VERY STRICT no-noise policy outside between 10p-6a. This is not the house to host a party or event. This home is great for groups of adults and families who respect the neighbors and rules of the community. If you plan to bring a big group to have a party, or large event, or make excessive noise, please reserve another property as the noise will not be tolerated and you will be asked to leave without a refund.***

Hacienda Pinilla amenities

3 PRIVATELY ACCESSED BEACHES
Playa Avellanas - Beach club - World class surfing and white sand
Playa Mansita & Bonita - Explore the Tidepools
Playa Langosta - World class surfing, great fishing & white sand

BEACH CLUB
As of Jan 1st , 2023 we have a corporate beach club membership for our guests to enjoy the exclusive Hacienda Pinilla beach club membership.

Beachfront infinity pool, tiki bar and restaurant, spa, soccer and volleyball courts, fitness center, and sun up to sun down the lifeguarded beach at Playa Avellanas. There is a $10 entry fee per person that is then used as credit at the bar and restaurant.
Beach Club has an annual closing in October every year.

JW MARRIOTT HOTEL
Hacienda Pinilla is home to the J W Marriott hotel, as a guest of Villa la Selva you have access to the numerous restaurants on offer.
You can also purchase a day pass for use of the JW pool and amenities.

GOLF COURSE
18 hole par 72 beachfront golf course

TENNIS COURTS
3 hard court tennis courts with onsite instructor

HORSE STABLES
Explore the 4500-acre ranch that is Hacienda Pinilla. Guided horseback tours are available at any time, the tours can be customized to fit your group from 30 mins to 2 hrs the ride takes you through the forest and then along the secluded beaches and river mouths all here within the ranch.

MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS
There are both Amateur and pro trails
The pro trails are 30 km running all throughout the ranch
The amateur trails are 15 km
These trails are also great for hiking and exploring the 4500 acres.

SURFING
Hacienda Pinilla has to be one of the best locations in Costa Rica to base your surf trip. With 6 different waves just on Playa Avellanas alone and private access to the beach breaks of Playa Langosta you don't even need to leave the ranch, but if you looking to explore the area, the famous Playa Negra reef breaks are just 10 minutes south and the river mouth and beach breaks of Tamarindo just 10 minutes to the north.
All of the internal spaces are air-conditioned with individual units allowing you customize your cooling throughout the home.

Villa La Selva has 4 bedrooms and is set up for 11 guests, all of the bedrooms have custom made beds with local wood creating a great style and vibe throughout.

Built in the exclusive gated community of Hacienda Pinilla’s Reserva de Golf you will have access to the incredible amenities here within Hacienda Pinilla.
You can get around by renting a car, renting our golf cart, renting bicycles, hiring a shuttle or taxi. Tamarindo, with its shopping, dining and nightlife is just 15 minutes away. The Daniel Oduber International Airport in the town of Liberia just an hour away.
Hacienda Pinilla offers a free shuttle within the throughout the community during the peak season holidays. It runs every 30 minutes and requires notice 15 minutes ahead of your pick up time.
There is a medical clinic within the Hacienda Pinilla community.

Property manager

Joel Martino, www.vidapinilla.com
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
At Hacienda Pinilla we have a noise restriction after 10 pm. You can have moderate music after that time.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park.
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Reserva de Golf, Hacienda Pinilla, Provincia de Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mansita Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Playa Langosta - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Avellanas Beach - 17 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 29 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Moro - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Chiquita’s - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪La Boca - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪HandleBar - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Jacuuzi, Daily Housekeeping, and exclusive beachclub membership for you to enjoy and relax in Luxury located?

Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and Mansita Beach. Playa Róbalo is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Great Outdoor Space & Spectacular Sunlight

My family of six stayed for a week in February. Because of the outdoor space, there was plenty of room for our four teenagers to spread out. My husband and I loved opening the shades in the morning to overlook the patio/pool area. We enjoyed all of the natural light throughout the back of the house and the master bedroom! All of the staff associated with the property were very responsive. We did have several minor issues that needed tending to and each time help was sent within hours. Keyla, the morning house helper, was awesome. She made breakfast a few times, did laundry, unloaded the dishwasher and kept all of the spaces clean. If you are renting a car, I would forgo the golf cart. There is no reason to have both. In fact, due to the distance of the grocery store and local restaurants, a car actually makes more sense. We did several excursions where there was transportation provided but we also used our own car for an adventure, to get groceries multiple times, and for meals out. Plus, we drove and parked at the Beach Club (no charge for parking). Overall, it was a great trip with some minor inconveniences that were fixed in a reasonable amount of time.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Villa La Selva

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa La Selva. The home is gorgeous, comfortable, spotlessly clean and is stocked with anything and everything you could possibly need for an incredible visit. The concierge team is top notch and handles any issues or questions that come up immediately. Our housekeeper was also fantastic and prepared delicious breakfasts for us every morning. We enjoyed the beach club & everything the community has to offer. The community is beautiful, quiet and peaceful with no lack of things to do. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Amazing week in Costa Rica!

The property is located within the Avenida Pinilla community which includes access to multiple beaches and the clubhouse. The best surprise was having a housekeeper who kept the house tidied up and made amazing breakfast for us each day. The neighborhood is so nice and extremely safe. The nature surrounds you everywhere you go. A truly unbelievable experience for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

Amazing stay!

Our stay at Villa la Selva was amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful home, and the team at Vida Pinilla was so helpful in planning and making our days memorable. Our housekeeper Grettel kept the place spotless and made the best breakfast! The pool and jacuzzi were heavenly after a long day of excursions. We can't wait to come back. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Eva V.

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

Amazing Property!

So glad to have found such an amazing property for our recent stay in CR. Although we’ve been many times, this was our first visit to this particular area and the first time it rained every day! The house was perfect size to keep our family close but give us space (especially on those rainy days) with all the comforts of home. The cleaning service is every day, except Sundays and unfortunately the person assigned to our house was new and not as great of a cook as some of the others from what we understand, but she tried and was very sweet. Highly recommend Chef Garrett who cooked us an outstanding dinner! You can’t entirely tell from the pics but all the showers are 100% outside. While beautiful not always practical with the rain, bats, bugs, and large frogs that want to join you :). The property manager was super responsive and helpful in removing any unwanted guests. Overall great experience 🌟
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona B.

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

4 nights of luxury

The villa is exactly as showed in the pictures . Calm and serene with every bedroom lovely outdoor shower . Diane made 3 brunches all lovely. We went to the beach club twice very nice . The concierge organized reservation at La Purraja for beach front dinner . Highly recommend this place! Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie H.

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

5 star stay

This property was perfect for our group of 6 (2 parents and four 17-18 year olds). The kids had enough room to spread out and opt for the pool at the house or take the golf cart to the beach club. The daily housekeeper was amazing and she cooked breakfast for us one morning at our request. There are plenty of towels (take your own to the beach club) and amenities. The management team was quick to respond to our requests and helpful. Lola's at sunset is a must!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc M., Canada

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

Beautiful Home and Location

This is a truly beautiful home, exactly as the pictures show. It's located in a perfect, quiet spot within Hacienda Pinilla, as it backs onto the golf course, not a major road or another house.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Beautiful Property

The area and community were wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gary Y.

Wonderful Home

Great house with plenty of room for 6. House is modern and in excellent condition. Can not wait to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Second stay here

Just as awesome as the first time. The house is spacious and spotless. Every interaction from booking to departure was excellent. No complaints at all. Everything was perfect

10/10 Excellent

Helen R.

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

Relaxing and beautiful

A beautiful home with access to gorgeous private beaches. Even had some monkey and deer visitors in the backyard. Joel and Mergie were incredibly helpful in planning our stay and we’re always available when needed. I would highly recommend this property and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donny M.

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

In awe!

Amazing property. We love our house cleaner (DeAnna) who made us a special breakfast every morning! I’m still in awe that we got to stay in such a beautiful place. Our whole group of 8 LOVED it!!! Would absolutely stay again in a heartbeat. The only downside was the distance and time it took to get to Tamarindo (or to the grocery store). We ended up booking a surfing lesson for my daughter and us adults with Omar (best instructor ever!) and met at Lola’s restaurant. That was so good and the beach was so nice we ended up going there several times and was the vibe we hoped for when visiting CR. Overall felt very safe and loved the people and service
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

AMAZING

We have stayed all over the US and many Countries in a lot of high end homes and this one did not disappoint! Amazing hosts and the home is beautiful with amazing design qualities. I would highly recommend this! The JW Marriott is also just a short golf cart ride. We rented a cart that was at the home when we arrived and picked up after we left. It was just me, my wife, and 9 year old daughter but you could easily do two families! The JW was a good way to add some entertainment and grab a bite during the day especially for our daughter. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your villa! The White’s
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria W., United States

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

Wonderful vacation!

Joel and Mergie were so helpful before and during our stay. They helped with transportation, groceries and baby equipment that made our stay as a large family easy. Our housekeeper was a delight and was an added bonus for this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara L., Nyack, N.Y. & Norwich, Vermont

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Lovely home

House well maintained & very nice as pictured. Housekeeping was excellent & management responsive to our needs. The only downside was a bit isolated so a car is a must. We only had a golf cart which could only be useful to go to beach club or the Marriott. Tennis & pickle ball also nearby by golf cart.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

First Time in Costa Rica

Eight of us (adults) stayed at this property. There was ample room to all gather together or retreat to our own space. Huge covered deck, pool and hot got used by all of us. Plenty of towels and kitchen supplies provided. There are a few nearby markets (10-15 minute drive) with everything you will need. If you want to watch movies/shows in English, download from your streaming services prior to going. You will need a direct connection to plug in to the TV USB. Otherwise, 95% of the programs are in Spanish. The community beach club had the best Poki and Ceviche. You pay $10 per person to access the pool/gym/restaurant. You get to apply this access fee to any food/drink you buy. The property manager, Mergie, was very responsive to any questions or issues we had. She even recommended a couple of great tours. We had daily housekeeping as part of our package. She laundered all the towels/bedding, cleaned and cooked breakfast for us every day (you will need to buy the food for her to cook.) The high point of our trip was the private chef Mergie recommended, Garrett - owner of Pura Vida Catering. He and his wife were amazing cooks and were a great source of local info. This was the best food we ate on our trip. Kim R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betsey A.

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

Perfect house for a short family trip

Villa La Selva was a perfect spot to enjoy Hacienda Pinilla. Joel and Mergie were always available to help in any way they could . Julia, the housekeeper, came in every morning with a smile on her face and kept the house beautifully. Location of the house was perfect - close to JW Marriott and the wonderful Beach Club. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Property in Hacienda Panilla

This property is beautiful and very well maintained. Joel did a wonderful job catering to every request we threw at him. He recommended excursions and provided a driver for several dinners. There is also a lot of privacy on this property to enjoy the beautiful deck, spa and pool. We enjoyed the pickleball courts and the Marriott property nearby. My only wish is that there were more restaurant options closer to the property (we did find an excellent pizza delivery option close by - key after a long day of activities). If we did it again, I think we'd have a cook come in a night or two. Thank you to the team and all your hospitality.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

John G., Raleigh NC USA

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

New Years in Costa Rica

A great property that we all (9) truly enjoyed. Great communication from Joel and Mergie was a real ROCK STAR with all her help getting us in touch with local vendors (car rental) during a very busy time of the year. The property of Haciend Pinilla has something for everyone and we are already looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

audrey e., Denver

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

Beautiful property

We loved this luxuries property equipped with the best of everything!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M., United States

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

Great House

we just stayed with our family for a week over Thanksgiving. Great Property with easy access to beaches, dining and golf. Joel and his team were great in arranging transportation and helping with other little details. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T., Holly Springs, NC

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

The Perfect Getaway!

This property is lovely! Joel and Mergie were very responsive to all our needs. Julie the house keeper did an amazing job. We really enjoyed our stay. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Hope to be back soon

It was absolutely perfect. The interactions with the owner and staff were wonderful. Couldn’t have asked for better. The home and property are beautiful. Will absolutely be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anzhelika T.

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

What a wonderful trip!

Our group of 6 had the perfect combination of action and relaxation! Management was so helpful with any questions we had . We also had wonderful relaxation hanging out at the house enjoying the pool and sitting porches. Luxury! I have already recommended this house and trip to so many people! We would return again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Joel Martino, www.vidapinilla.com

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Languages:

English, Spanish

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