Costa Rican Beach House Rental in Puntarenas

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6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14

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Parking available
Barbecue grill
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Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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Puntarenas, Puntarenas

Puntarenas Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Playa Chacarita
‪4 min drive‬
Playa Boca de Barranca
‪5 min drive‬
Puntarenas (JAP-Chacarita)
‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Casa Rector Beach House. This house is located one and a half hours west of San Jose (the Pacific side of the country). The house is approximately seven miles away from Puntarenas, a popular city in Costa Rica. The family-owned house is on a lot of property about two plus acres in size. The house includes six bedrooms: five of which contain their own bathrooms and one which connects. The rooms combined can accommodate twelve. The home is perfect for a group or for multi-families. The bedding and linens are supplied. The top floor of the house included the eating area and a full kitchen, stove, refrigerator, microwave, and utensils. Located on the property you can find six different types of fruit growing and many exotic flowers. The property also has a large, freshwater, ceramic tiled, in ground pool which is lighted by Sam Lighting.
I hope you read the comments that were left from past guests because it tells you much about our house

More Details: The pool is 3 ½ feet deep on the shallow end and 6 ½ feet in the deep end. Picnic tables and a barbecue hut are located around the pool. The beach is located at the edge of the property, we consider it our backyard. Once at the beach you can walk several miles in each direction. A gardener/guard is on the property at all times to ensure a clean and safe time. A cook or babysitter can be provided for an extra charge. The way the house is rented: we rent the whole house to the same renter whether it is a group or just a single family. December through April is the prime season. For more information please contact me. More pictures can be sent upon request.

Property manager

Richard Rector

Languages

English, Spanish

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15

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

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chacarita

Located in Chacarita, this villa is on the beach. Puntarenas Pier and Caldera Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa San Isidro and Puntarenas Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.

Puntarenas, Puntarenas

What's nearby

Puntarenas Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Playa Chacarita - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
Playa Boca de Barranca - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Caldera Port - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
Puntarenas Pier - 15 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

Cóbano Airport (ACO) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Casa Del Camarón - ‬4 min walk
‪Malecon bar by Hilton - ‬4 min drive
‪Restaurante Calypso - ‬3 min drive
‪Bikini Beach Club - ‬4 min walk
‪Parada Tropical - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Costa Rican Beach House Rental in Puntarenas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Costa Rican Beach House Rental in Puntarenas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Costa Rican Beach House Rental in Puntarenas?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Costa Rican Beach House Rental in Puntarenas?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Costa Rican Beach House Rental in Puntarenas located?

Nestled on the beach, this Chacarita villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa San Isidro and Puntarenas Beach. Playa Chacarita and Playa Doña Ana are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.8

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Weston A.

6 March 2025

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

Nice chill vacation

It was very quiet and peaceful, we enjoyed it!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott N.

28 December 2024

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

Excellent

Excellent help from Arturo and Maribel. Made us comfortable at all times. Great location for ocean swimming and walks on the beach. Swimming pool maintained beautifully.

Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

10 August 2024

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

Wonderful family getaway

My family stayed at the property and had a wonderful time. Arturo and Maribel are the caretakers and are some of the nicest people you could ever meet. They keep the property in fantastic shape and are extremely helpful. I highly recommend hiring Maribel to do the cooking, as she is amazing!! The pool is great, the beach was just fine for swimming. Make sure to visit the "Monkey House" (casa de los monos) nearby, as that was my families favorite excursion. Again, I cannot stress enough how wonderful Arturo and Maribel are at hosting and taking care of the guests here. Truly a great family place!!!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiloh S.

23 July 2024

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

Amazing hospitality

Our group of two families (4 adults, 7 kids) stayed here for two nights. The rooms are small but sufficient. Each bedroom has a double bed and a single. The pool is wonderful, and the grounds are kept pristine bt the caretaker Arturo, who lives in site with his wife Maribel. They are wonderful hosts. For $30/day, Maribel will prepare lunch and breakfast for your group. She even accompanied us to the market to help us shop for the meals. Arturo took us down to the local fish market, where we scored a deal on some fresh mahi mahi for dinner, which Maribel cooked perfectly. The only downside to the house was the beach behind the back fence. It is not a beach where you can swim. The current is strong and the beach is steeply sloped. However, more appealling beaches are just a short drive away. All in all, we would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

linda s., blaine

28 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, location

We loved the hosts. They were so helpful, kind and beautiful.

We couldn't follow the directions given. Coordinates would be more helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen B.

21 January 2024

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

Amazing Hosts In Puntarenas!

What a wonderful stay! Casa Rector was an excellent choice for our family, my brother's family and my parents. The property was well stocked with everything we needed, including life jackets for our kids. Mirabel and Arturo, the on site caretakers are INCREDIBLE! We hired Mirabel to look after the cleaning and some cooking and it was worth every penny to enjoy our stay. Mirabel is a wonderful cook and always proactively anticipating our needs (towels, ice cream for the kids, etc) Arturo did a wonderful job looking after the pool was always there to help with the gate when we were coming/going with the car. The property was clean and well maintained despite some signs of age, but anything we needed was attended to right away. The pool was excellent. The shallow end is still approx 4 feet deep, so we just had to be extra cautious with the younger kids in our group. We loved going down to the beach to jump around the waves and watch sunsets. Thank you Richard for sharing your beautiful property with us. We had a wonderful stay!

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter S.

15 July 2023

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

Puntarenas Gathering Point

Overall we enjoyed our stay. The property description and photos were accurate for the listing. The owner was in touch with us shortly after we booked and a few days before check in to ensure we had everything we needed. There was plenty of space for our large group.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbi M.

7 July 2023

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

Beautiful view!

We had a wonderful stay, and I would highly recommend this house! My communication with the owner ahead of time was outstanding, and the caretakers at the house were wonderful & very helpful. As others say, though, brush up on your Spanish as they do not speak English. Also, bring bug spray!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

13 June 2023

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

Family time

This was a great place to use as a base and take off each day to go exploring. Arturo and Maribel were very gracious and helpful. We had Maribel cook for us several nights and she did our laundry, which was a blessing. I injured my foot and she went to the pharmacy to get me some numbing solution. We were there during the rainy season, which we loved. We enjoyed the pool, and loved watching and hearing the waves crash in on the beach. I’m not sure why they preferred that we stay off the beach. Our room had an issue cooling down and they had someone right out to work on it. Maribel had fresh fruit cut up for us several mornings, which was a real treat! The owner of the property was incredible, we corresponded and spoke by phone several times and he reassured me he would make everything right. Which he did, above and beyond. By the way, he doesn’t text! We were so sorry while we were there that they lost one of their beautiful German shepherds. We couldn’t get the translation straight as to what happened. There was a black lab there also, that we think was named ‘Bacon’. Our grand daughter cried when we left Bacon at the house. This house was perfect for us, we are not resort people so it didn’t bother us that there was not AC in the common room. If it got too hot, we’d go swimming or go into our rooms. We loved the geckos, iguanas & squirrels. Thank you to Rich, Arturo and Maribel for making our family of 11 have such a memorable vacation! Ron and Sue

Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy H.

15 March 2023

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

March stay

The property was fantastic and precisely as described. The caretakers, Arturo and Maribel, on site were friendly and incredibly helpful. The area itself is not a huge tourist area so you may have to drive to get to those.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

5 March 2023

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

Beautiful Beachside Property

My husband and i stayed for one week and then our daughters came with their families for the second week. It was a very relaxing vacation, with a lovely pool, and we loved the access to the beach. Our grandchildren were in heaven, running around the spacious property, swimming in the pool, and playing on the beach. This is the place for anyone looking for a beach/pool vacation. Puntarenas was disappointing as a town, but there is good local shopping within walking distance. Marabel and Arturo give five star service, looking after their guests as if they were family. They are the true gems of this property. The house itself could use some updating and the gate to the beach should be made more secure. But all in all, it is a great spot, and we would definitely go again. Richard, the property owner, is splendid at communication and we couldn’t have asked for better or more accomodating hosts.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi D.

3 February 2023

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

Comfortable and pretty views!

We were mostly using as a “base camp” while we played tourist but did spend most of one afternoon at the house and in the pool. Enjoyed a beautiful sunset! Loved the screened in porch to enjoy outside without bugs. The property manager Arturo was incredibly helpful with everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

27 December 2021

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

Wonderful Pool on the Beach

The property is full service and the staff are super nice and accommodating.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Rochelle

4 December 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The property managers very nice and helpful

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

27 July 2021

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

Pura vida pure life amazing destination

Everything is what we wanted and more we all had an amazing time every detail put to the house is impeccable from the pool to all the rooms for each group we had an amazing caretaker taking care of any need from waiting for our arrival in the late night they were amazing.the kitchen was perfect the living areas amazing having the beach right in the backyard was amazing perfect for your family I was so grateful to have stayed in the amazing destination to many words to describe

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Annika H.

23 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Communication, location

Amazing hosts, but gross inside

We loved the couple that was there to welcome us and help us with whatever we needed. The grounds were beautiful. The inside was gross and we found a cockroach in the bed. It is also not in a good location, any activities are at least a twenty minute drive

10/10 Excellent

Jake D.

5 July 2021

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

Amazing!!!!

The property is beautiful and well maintained. Arturo was so nice and helpful. He setup our 3 hammocks every morning and then took them down at night. Maribel and her daughter cooked dinner for us for 5 nights. Their cooking was so good and something that we will always remember. Richard was very helpful with directions and places to visit and booking tours.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valeria J.

22 January 2021

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

Excelente atención

Excelente atencion por parte de los propietarios y las personas de mantenimiento, la casa estaba equipada con todo lo necesario y cumple la expectativa al 100%

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayline M.

2 January 2021

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

Cleanliness, privacy, perfection

The communication with the home owner and management is very easy. We were warmly welcomed by the property managers Arturo and Maribel!! The house has the perfect size and layout to accommodate a multiple family group! Each room is spacious, clean, and has a private bathroom. We had a group with over 6 children and theres is plenty of yard for them to play. Will definitely go back in the future!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

10 February 2020

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

Very nice

Overall, the property was awesome. Arturo and Maribel take a lot of pride in their work. Her cooking was really good, and they were very helpful with everything. They work really hard to make sure you worry about nothing but enjoying vacation. The location is not bad, but I do have to say that if you are looking to see some of the natural wonders in Costa Rica, plan on spending quite a bit of time on the road. Do yourself a favor and really put some time into researching where and what you’re hoping to go see. However, if hanging out at the beach and pool is what you’re after, I would highly recommend going here. The waves crashing at night were awesome to hear and it was very relaxing to sit by the pool or in the living/dining area at night.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

André C.

3 February 2020

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

Belle semaine

Tout est conforme à ce qui était annoncé. Arturo et Maribel sont des hôtes très attentifs, chaleureux et bienveillants. La plage est belle mais la mer est très agitée, presque dangereuse à certains moments. La ville de Puntarenas est banale. Il vaut peut-être mieux louer une auto que de payer le gros prix pour des excursions. Somme toute nous avons passé une très belle semaine en famille.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thayane P.

6 August 2019

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

Love it!

We all loved and love the house, it has everything you need, basically you not even need to get out it. This is the second time we rent it and we will rent it again! Don Arturo is amazing, we’ll always be grateful with him for all the help and with Richard for the communication. Highly recommended!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenafer Z.

4 April 2019

Relaxing beach time

Casa Rector was a perfect fit for our group of 14. The pictures do not do it justice. The grounds are beautiful, Arturo does a great job maintaining them. Everyone had enough room to have their own space, but a great common area for meals and down time. And speaking of meals, Maribel's cooking was fabulous. We will miss Casa Rector as we treasure our memories of our time there. We chose it to have down time at the beach and that is exactly what it was.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

27 March 2019

Wonderful Family Vacation Home!!!

This house was PERFECT for our group of 7. It honestly could have easily slept twice as many people. Each room has it's own bathroom (which is great when traveling with teenagers). The caretakers were WONDERFUL! No only did we arrive to a fully cooked dinner and drinks, but They accompanied us to the grocery store so we would know how to find it. They offered to cook for us, do our laundry and gave us so much helpful information while we were there. I loved how every evening they would walk through the outdoor space after we all went to sleep and would bring in any personal items left out. Also we LOVED the dogs on the property. They were so sweet and well behaved. Our kids had so much fun hanging out with them. The location of the home is wonderful. It is very close to plenty of things to do, but far enough away to be very quiet and serene. We used the pool for most of our swimming, but the ocean is steps away. We easily found plenty of restaurants and shops in walking distance, along with taking a few day trips to the local towns for ziplining, animal sanctuaries, and waterfall adventures. Thank you so much for the wonderful stay Rich!!! You have been beyond helpful the whole way through our trip!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 March 2019

A great, sunny, fun place to hang out with friends, low-key style

We are four friends from (long-ago) college, and we had never been to Costa Rica before, and didn't know what to expect. Staying here was fun and easy, Arturo and Maribel, the caretakers, were kind and lovely. The owner connected us to Varso Travel, which made everything easy, from snorkeling in Tortuga to exploring volcanos—lunch included. Even on the hottest days, the pool was always welcoming. It is rustic—multiple beds per room, an extremely adorable puppy running around, no AC in the main eating area—but it was also comfortable and welcoming, with fresh cut-up fruit waiting for us when we arrived, and everyone willing to help us out whenever we asked. Michael of Varso Travel even brought us to a supermarket on the way back from the volcano so we could do a quick shopping trip. A really fun place to go.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

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Hosted by Richard Rector

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English, Spanish

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6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

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