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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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Nosara/Playa Guiones, Guanacaste
  • Guiones Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Safari Surf School
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Playa Pelada
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom downstairs

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom half level up with veranda

1 King Bed

Bedroom on entrance level

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil villa with amazing ocean, surf, beach and sunset views of Playa Guiones

Villa Gullwing is a tranquil ocean view home in the prestige 'Las Huacas' EE section on top of Playa Guiones. The villa is over 3,000 square feet of custom Mediterranean design with high, elegant cathedral wood ceilings, and a spacious living area that opens to a large patio, ideal to spend time with family and friends.

Enjoy amazing sunsets, the sound of the ocean, and offshore breezes, and watch the surfers below. And more likely, you will be joined by monkeys, iguanas, coatis, and a wide variety of birds and butterflies who like to hang out in the well-maintained gardens and pristine jungle surrounding.

In the heat of the afternoon enjoy the freshness of the crystal clear saltwater pool connected to the terrace or use the outdoor shower.
The property is situated on 2/3 acres(2,850 square meters) with plenty of green space and jungle privacy to separate the house from neighboring properties. "Las Huacas" is a special community with 24/7 security, a guard station on the bottom of the dead-end paved road leading up to the top of the hill, and roving security guards.
The house offers all the comforts you expect in an ocean view villa. Amenities include remote control mini split AC units, ceiling fans in every room and fast wireless internet.

At the entry-level is the "Great room" with a fully equipped kitchen featuring granite countertops, a breakfast bar, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a refrigerator with icemaker, range/oven, dishwasher, microwave oven, coffee maker, and coffee machine.

On the same level, you connect to the guest bedroom suite with two twin beds that can be converted to a king bed. There is a private ensuite bath, AC, and ceiling fan. On this same level is a utility room with a washer, dryer, and a safe.

A master suite with a king bed is half a flight upstairs from the Great room. It also has a private bath, AC, Ceiling fan, and a separate outside veranda with patio chairs.

Downstairs is a third bedroom with a private entrance as well as sliding glass doors that lead to the stairs to the pool. It has a private bath, 1 King Bed plus a love seat that can be turned into a single bed. This bedroom has AC and a Ceiling fan.

All beds in the house have super comfortable mattresses.

The outdoor patio is equipped with custom-built furniture and lounges, a "Guanacaste wood" table for up to 10 persons, and Hunter ceiling fans. For entertainment, you can connect to "Bluetooth" outdoor speakers.

There is a 660-gallon water backup system, since there have been intermittent shut-offs by the water company because of water shortages or pipe repairs. A new water-softer system installed Oct 2022.

The property is fenced and walled in with a remote-controlled electric gate and offers room for secured off-street parking for several vehicles.

Please note that our regular check-in hours are between the hours of 2 pm-6:30 pm and check-outs are on or before 10:00 am. For check-ins between 6:30 pm and 9:30 pm, a $50 payment will be payable to the person that meets you at the house. We are sorry, but we do not accept check-ins after 9:30 pm.

The house has a security camera that is turned off during guest stays.

Property manager

Moshe Cohen

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool is not enclosed, children must be supervised.
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Events

No events allowed
Please provide details for approl
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only outside of home
Children under 13 are to be supervised on all terraces, balconies and pool areas.

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
Note from host: Please provide details for approl
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nosara

Located in Nosara, this villa is in a rural area. Safari Surf School is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Samara Beach and Nosara Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Nosara/Playa Guiones, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Guiones Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Safari Surf School - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Nosara Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Nosara Spanish Institute - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa Pelada - 12 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Howler’s Beach Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Restaurant and Bar at The Gilded Iguana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Luna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Dog Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café de Paris - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil villa with amazing ocean, surf, beach and sunset views of Playa Guiones have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tranquil villa with amazing ocean, surf, beach and sunset views of Playa Guiones pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil villa with amazing ocean, surf, beach and sunset views of Playa Guiones?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil villa with amazing ocean, surf, beach and sunset views of Playa Guiones?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil villa with amazing ocean, surf, beach and sunset views of Playa Guiones located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Nosara Beach, Frog Pad and Playa Pelada. Safari Surf School and Guiones Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chaz P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice house

The property was pretty nice. Pool was great and the view was awesome !!! No hot tub which was in the page.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tessa V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Stayed here for 24 nights. The neighborhood is safe and has security, paved road to the home which is huge in Guinoes! The landscaping on the property is beautiful, mango trees that the monkeys and lots of wildlife come to visit. The front yard of the home was perfect/flat/gated for my children to walk around and explore the grounds daily. Size of home was great for my family… 2 bedrooms in the main part of house and a 3rd guest bedroom with own entrance downstairs. The views from the balcony are beautiful, you can watch surfers from the patio and swim. Very quiet neighborhood. Although there is construction, I never heard any of it.
Stayed 22 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz B., Philadelphia, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful property and location

We've been to Nosara for many years and thought we'd try a different location away from the town. The sunsets are spectacular from the house and it was only a short drive to the town/beach. They had shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and laundry detergent which was a nice bonus! The beds were really comfortable. We had a wonderful stay! I gave 3 out of 5 stars for the accuracy of the online listing because we booked this almost a year in advance. From that time to when we came to Nosara, the property was sold and updated. We didn't know that until a few weeks before we arrived. There was supposed to be a grill and the wood cabinets in the kitchen and murals in the rooms were gone. No cushions on the lounge chairs outside. In any case, it was a great house and the property manager Tiffany was really helpful!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen s.

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

We had a great time

We will be back
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Villa Gullwing, Playa Guiones , Nasara

Our living experience at Villa Gullwing was everything that we had hoped for and more. The property is well appointed, offers significant privacy, while being close to local beaches, restaurants and shopping. Personally, we didn't want to leave the property! Property Manager, Tiffany was friendly, very customer-focused, knowledgeable and accessible. We would definitely consider visting this lovely oasis again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle S.

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

Thanksgiving get away

The property is set in a beautiful location, wonderful views! The house was originally rented with the thought of going with friends who had two kids. We had one of our own going! Last minute the other couple canceled. Which after arriving at the property we quickly realized it was for the best. In the original post on VRBO to house had two queens down stairs, and two kings upstairs (main living area) and if you had to you could have put a child on the couch. What we did not know, is that the two queens downstairs was on its own separate access. Meaning it only could be accessed by a sliding door. This was the area we had planned to put the kiddos. Once we arrived we were told that the house had been purchased recently and they had been getting the house ready for our stay! This bonus room downstairs was not finished for anybody to stay in, but in there defense they knew our friends had canceled! I feel they would have had the house ready if the other family was coming, but if you intend for younger kids to stay down there it is not accessible from the interior of the main living area! All in all you can’t beat the views! We saw monkeys, coati’s most days! The pool was very nice, good temp! The house is surrounded by jungle, nice and quite! The house is gated with a remote to open and close the gate! Property manager was super helpful!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelley H., Lexington, KY USA

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

Ahhh the view!!

Villa Gullwing is a wonderful escape from all the things in life. It was just 2 of us staying in the house and what a treat it was. The pool is wonderful and the view never disappoints. We used an ATV to get around Nosara. While this may not be ideal for many it was perfect for us. 10 minute ride to our favorite beach parking spot. 10 min ride to all of our favorite restaurants. The pictures do depict the house accurately and other reviews are spot on. The only issues we encountered was the water pressure when wanting a hot shower. We did learn to do a mix of all hot then some cold etc to get a shower that worked. I think if there were others in the house that may have been an issue to have multiple showers going at the same time. The Main TV was a smart TV and very easy to use. The blue tooth speakers on the patio were also easy to use and enjoyed daily. We did not cook any meals so I can not speak to that but there is an odd issue with the dishwasher door - it does not open all the way due to stove sticking out too far. Made loading dishwasher difficult - but since we did not cook it really did not affect us. Overall this is a wonderful house in a heavenly place!! I hope we will return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Nosara Escape

We had a great time lounging by the pool each day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tejal F.

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

Beautiful property

Amazing views, awesome pool, we rented golf carts to get to and from the property to town.

10/10 Excellent

Hayden T.

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

Great stay for family/friends!

We loved our stay! The view never disappoints, and the listing was very accurate with what to expect. Located near a wildlife refuge, you can expect some furry, friendly visitors in the yard. Hans and Belitza were proactive in their communication and responsive to questions. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorissa D.

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

Family Vacation

This is a great location, close enough to the action; but far enough from the dust and noise. You will need a rental car here. The property and house was wonderful, and the owners could not have been more accommodating. I would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

robert m.

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

Outstanding

The house was great. The photos are right on. The owner, Hans, provided excellent directions and access information and responded promptly to our only inquiry.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Ideal Vacation!

VIlla Gullwing was the perfect distance from town and included a gorgeous sunset and beach view every morning and afternoon/eve. One unexpected highlight was New Years Eve Fireworks! Howler monkeys visited us the last two mornings as well. The house was clean and beautiful. The door locks were a bit challenging at first, but we got used to them after the first day. Housekeeping made an extra effort to support our learning curve! Unfortunately, and likely due to the holiday, the garbage at the neighborhood corner was overflowing on the day we arrived and wasn't removed until the day before we left. Overall, a lovely place to stay and we would love to return soon. Hans was VERY responsive to our every need. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Excellent home for vacation

Good instructions to arrive and a great vacation home for our family. Great for our older kids who want some privacy but good for adults as the home has great places to congregate and enjoy your stay. Located in an excellent part of Costa Rica with good food and lots of adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Beautiful House with a fantastic view

Check-in and directions to the property were easy. The home itself was beautiful and spacious. The beds were amazingly comfortable. Overall the house was pretty clean, the coffee pot had an ant farm living in it so it was not able to be used and as a coffee drinker that was a big disappointment. The guards were friendly and helpful. The alarm on the house was not connected to a dispatch center and some of the cameras appear to have cut lines. The back patio doors would randomly lock so always have a key with you out by the pool. Water pressure was poor and the refrigerator had a terrible smell and did not keep very cold. All the things were pretty minor, overall I would still recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Constanze M.

Nice location in hills above beach.

House was comfortable, clean and kitchen offered all we required, but furnishings were dated and needed new cushions inside and outside. There were many high end electronics yet little instruction on how to use the many controls for the TV, etc. Hans was very responsive to all our requests and his caretaker was very nice and on site quickly. There is a great deal of house construction close by —even on the weekend. Due to understandable water conservancy, it was requested to limit flushing of toilet paper, Showers were difficult to control temperature and could use some updated shower head. The pool was nice and the view of the beach allowed us to watch numerous surfers on the beachs we saw from the house. The gravel roads in the area and drive from the south were extremely dusty for many miles and it took some doing to find the “town” for restaurants and shops. Overall, we enjoyed the location of the house and town. The people were all so friendly. Pura Vida.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Beautiful Villa

The Villa has a great location, that provides amazing views, specially at sunsets.The kitchen is well equipped; fans and air con are excellent addition. The beds were very comfortable. Swimming pool is perfect, kids really had great fun every afternoon after a day on the beach. Only suggestion will be to make sure remote controls for TV and air con have batteries that are charged, as we didn't manage to get TV to work as supposed to on one evening, kids were looking forward to having a movie night, wasn't to bad for us as we had other activities plan, but for other guests it may be more frustrating. Thanks again for beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Natalie W.

Amazing location, great outdoor space, ample room indoors and AC throughout

My husband and I recently stayed here by ourselves. We have been to Nosara 7 times and this was our 3rd stay in the EE area. We loved the location on the home and the view from the back porch. The kitchen is large and well stocked with utensils. The home is very clean and the bed was comfortable. One thing that did bother us was the amount of security cameras on the property. I understand the cameras placed on the front and back doors. There are also cameras in the front yard, one facing the bedroom window, and one with a view of the back porch. The cameras gave us an odd feeling. I felt I needed to go indoors to change from my swim suit and it was impossible to take an outdoor shower without being in view of a camera. Also, during our stay, the water pressure was extremely low. We contacted the owners and they informed us a water main had broken the week prior. The water pressure never got any better. I do understand this is something out of their control. While it was not a deal breaker for us, it made things much more difficult as far as flushing toilets, taking showers and cooking/cleaning. I feel if there were more than 2 of us it would have been a major issue. Nonetheless, we would have appreciated knowing prior to our stay. I gave the properties 4 stars because it really is an amazing place. I removed 1 star due to the element of relaxation that was removed from our vacation because of the camera surveillance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Complete Satisfaction

I own and manage my own Airbnb and VRBO properties, and from an owner's standpoint in the vacation rental industry, the cost, location, condition and communication were superb and met our expectations. On one evening, the owners, Hans & Belitza, assisted us in lining up someone to visit the house to cook us dinner. It was a vacation we planned for and everything worked out as planned. We were traveling with our two young children, ages 12 and 13, and not at one point did we ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable. We did our research about visiting Costa Rica and the coastal town of Nosara, and can not express enough appreciation and compliments to the home, location and owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Todd A., Minneapolis

Solid place above Playa Guiones

Our family stayed here the previous year with another family. We didn't need as big a place as this, but felt confident from our previous visit that it would fit our needs. This year we were visited by a group of howlers, which was really cool. There's a mango tree by the front door, so we got to see them up nice and close having dinner. We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Curt B.

Awesome Place!

It only took me over a year to write a review, but this place is really amazing. We stayed over Christmas....The house is sick and the views are unreal. I'm glad we stayed here instead of closer to the water, it is much cooler and the privacy is terrific. The outdoor space looks exactly like the pictures. If you're into riding bikes, rent a bike at the plaza below and ride up the hill each day after a long day of surfing, it's an a** kicker... After you reach the house, grab a beer and have the best outdoor beer shower know to man. The outdoor area by the pool really makes this place. The inside is very well nice as well. Hans is a good dude to work with.......the Howler monkeys make it really fun. You won't be disappointed...if you are it's a YOU problem.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Todd A., Minneapolis

Solid stay

The villa is in a very good location directly above the heart of Playa Guinones. Nothing beats being on the beach for sunset but the view from the house is right behind it. Everything about the house and the communication was good. Parents with small children have to use a little extra precaution around the pool area due to slick when wet ceramic and layout. That small issue is pretty minor though in the grand scheme of things. Very good overall experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Max L., Denver, CO

Great villa in a convenient location with a beautiful view of the ocean

Great place to stay! Hans is a perfect host and very helpful with recommendations in the area. The villa is perfectly located and is higher up so free of the dust that pervades the lower town. Great rooms with comfortable beds and luxury amenities
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kathleen D.

Paradise

We loved Villa Gullwing! The views were amazing. We saw howler monkeys and beautiful birds every day. The drive into town was very easy and there was plenty of parking near the beaches and in town. The house was very clean and the outside areas, including the pool, were beautifully maintained. After reading a previous review, we were initially concerned about potential security issues. We were sure to lock our valuables in the safe room and used the alarm, but we never had any problems and felt very safe!! Our only frustration was the dishwasher was not working as we had 7 people in our group. Other than that, the villa was fantastic, Hans was very responsive and helpful, and we would love to return one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Great House Overall!

My family, 3 adults and 2 small children, stayed her in Late July - Early August. Great House Overall! The house is private up on the hill overlooking the ocean with beautiful views and flora. Hans (the owner) was extremely responsive throughout the whole process and would respond to any questions almost immediately. Kitchen was adequate though some of the appliances could be updated. The house has most modern amenities including WIFI, satellite tv and a media server with over 300+ really good movies, IP phone for US calling, AC through out, etc. But that's not why you come here. You come here and spend most of your time on the deck/patio with the beautiful views and gorgeous salt-water pool and fairly close proximity (~5 min drive) to the beautiful beach. The only negatives: Some parts of the house could use a bit of an upgrade (main family room couch, some of the appliances, , mattresses not super comfy, linens) and the down stairs 3rd bedroom must of had a previous leak as it had a bit of a moldy must to it. There is a dehumidifier in the room and AC, but, it did little to suck out the humidity and smell. Besides this nitpicking, this house remains a great value, in a great location with great views and overall I would highly recommend! Final note: There were some previous reviews discussing security concerns. At no time did we feel insecure in this house. The property is gated, has an alarm system, and is in a great neighborhood. In fact, in my 20+ years coming to Costa Rica, this may be the "safest" place I stayed. In short, do not be concerned about security.

About the host

Hosted by Moshe Cohen

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Why they chose this property

I fell in Love with Nosara and as luck would have it, the wonderful home I rented became available for purchase. Without hesitation, I made the plunge and happily have made this my home. Since I cannot be there all year round, I am continuing to share this beautiful location so that others can find the peace and true beauty of Nosara and Costa Rica.

What makes this property unique

The amazing views of the beach, surf, and ocean. Watching sunsets sitting on the patio and refreshing in the pool.

Languages:

English, Spanish