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Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape

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Private, Secluded Pool and back yard
Sometimes a beach to yourself is just what you need.
Relax on the Lanai
Plenty of room to sun and relax
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Playa Potrero, Guanacaste
  • Playa Potrero
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Penca Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Flamingo Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape

The perfect Surf Side Vacation starts at Casa Columbine.

New 2 Bed & 2 Bath Home with pool and easy beach access. The beach access is across the road and a 3 minute walk past 4 other homes to the Playa Potrero public access. The house is new and opened in January 2016.

Exclusive Private Home on Playa Potrero, awarded the prestigious Blue Flag designation as an outstanding ecological beach.

Steps away from the Ocean, and your private pool is right off the covered lanai. Playa Potrero is renowned for its soft volcanic sand, and gentle warm ocean water. It's the perfect swimmer's and walker's beach.

Casa Columbine is the perfect location for the “Beach Hopper” with many world class beaches nearby. There is Potrero for Relaxation, Flamingo and Tamarindo for People Watching and Shopping, Penca and Prieta for Seclusion, Conchal for getting Back to Nature and Playa Grande for Costa Rica's best surfing.

The best Sun, Surf, Pool, Beaches, Restaurants, Bars, Jungles, that Costa Rica has to offer. Your visit includes membership at the Costa Rica Sailing Center (renting sailboats, stand uo surfboard, bikes and yoga classes), a 5 minute walk down the beach.

Your stay will begin with picking up the keys to Casa Columbine from our professional property management company (they can arrange transportation, tours, shopping for groceries and even a private chef!). Your stay will be uninterrupted, peaceful, and everything you should expect from a beach vacation in Costa Rica.

Property manager

Mike Malone
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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
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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
Renters of 3 weeks or more recieve a discount but will be responsible for paying electricity charges upon check out (typically $200 range)

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Potrero

Located in Tempate, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Haras del Mar Equestrian Center and Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Potrero - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Prieta - 7 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Penca Beach - 8 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Conchal Beach - 54 min drive - 20.2 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gracia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tempate holiday home is just steps away from Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Flamingo Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

We love it here!

This was our fourth stay at Casa Columbine. We feel very comfortable here and have everything we need. The new couch is great! We love the private yard and pool and used it every day. We were a bit surprised to find that the vacant lot on one side that had tree removal happening last year was now a road going past the house. There's a bit more traffic and noise due to that, although the yard is fenced and has many bushes and foliage so it's screened pretty well. Once again, Tropical Homes, the management company, was very responsive with helping with arrangements and a few minor issues that came up. Hope to be back yet again!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess H.

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

Great property!

The property was fantastic! Had every item you would need for a wonderful stay. The pool was perfect during the afternoons when the beach was too hot. All the restaurants you would need and markets walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent D.

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

Great home

Great location and very well equipped and comfortable home. Wish we were staying longer. Our only negative was that we assumed that when the listing said “oceanfront” that it was right on the ocean. Only one block from the ocean but with the buildings in front of the house you couldn’t even see the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Jessica M.

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

relaxation!

My husband and I stayed here for the second time and so enjoy the home! We love how close it is to the beach and local restaurants. The place is very clean and comfortable and we absolutely LOVE the pool! Thank you for an awesome stay! We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel D.

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

Family of 6 - New Year's 10 day stay

Overall, the stay was really amazing. We stayed January 2-10. The beach was so close, which made an easy walk for our family of 6 - we traveled with our 8, 6 and 4 year olds, and a 4 month old baby. The beach was quiet when we were there, on a long stretch there were never more than 5 or 6 groups of people. It was perfect for us. Being in the bay, the water was great and my kids could safely play in the water and waves. There were coolers to keep our drinks cold and beach chairs to bring. The outside shower made it easy rinse off when we returned. The pool was awesome and beach towels were provided. They had a pack and play for the baby to sleep in and it was in excellent condition. My only issue was the dishwasher not working, so with our big family I was doing a lot of dishes that I wasn't expecting to do, so for me it took a little bit away. I understand equipment fails sometimes and that it was unlucky timing for us. But the good news is they were actively in the process to repair it, so I'm sure it will be back in order soon, if not already. The living room had a printed booklet of different waterfalls to see, some of which had the owner's personal thoughts. It was great to read from a visitors perspective and I appreciated the extra comments. We also went on the mangroves estuary tour which was only a half hour away and it worked great for our kids and was easy to to bring the baby along. I also found the property management and owner easy to communicate with.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

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

Holiday Beach Stay

Great house in a convenient area. Stayed here 6 nights between Christmas and New Years. The local manager, Tropical Homes, made everything so easy to check in, including meeting us at the house upon arrival. They were also super responsive with a few questions during our stay. The house itself is updated and easy to operate. There are vacant lots on each side so no neighbor noise. We felt very safe in this neighborhood and walked the couple blocks to dinner each night. A little car dodging on a road with no shoulder but doable. The sailing center was closed for an extended period during our stay, so if this is a factor, perhaps confirm it’s open. The beach down the block is nice and not crowded. No shade. The sand is a little dark and grainy so people go to others with softer sand. If you try other beaches, go early and probably not on a weekend. There is very little parking and the traffic in and out can be chaotic even if you get a parking place. We got in a huge jam at Flamingo beach. Owner Mike was very helpful and responsive to my questions. He provides a nice info sheet and list of recommendations in the area. We ate 3 times at the brewery restaurants. We waited 2 hours for food at Perla’s one night, so can’t recommend that. We loved having the kitchen to make breakfast and lunches as dining out is pretty expensive In this area and can take a long time. The house is very well stocked with supplies and eqpt. Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

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

Two thumbs up

Beautiful home! Quiet neighborhood. Had the awesome beach all to ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia D.

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

Great stay!!

Beautiful and clean property, with a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Best Vacation

This house is everything you could ask for. Close to the beach, very private and quiet. Kitchen was well stocked with appliances and spices. Will be booking again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Paradise

Concierge was amazing! We were taken care of from day one!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

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

Great house.

House was very nice and clean. Home was comfortable with ac and ceiling fans even on the outside patio. Pool was wonderful. Used that on a daily basis. No issues with anything with the home. Beach at the home is a very short walk. We did go to flamingo beach which is a short drive. You do need a car and a 4 wheel drive is best to get to the other local beaches. Some beach roads are not passable without a 4 wheel drive car.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

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

Casa columbine family trip

We stayed here for 10 days with 3 children. It was awesome. Great location, easy check in, very responsive owner when we had questions. There is so much to do here and the locals are really friendly and appreciative of the visitors from other countries. Would definitely visit this area again. Tropical homes concierge was awesome to work with as well!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, great location.

Overall a great stay and great house. A perfect location, a short walk to a beautiful beach. We hit some heavy traffic on the way in and had to pay a $20 late check-in fee. We arrived around 7pm. Check-in included someone meeting you at the house and walking you through the property. After a long day of traveling we were ready to settle in immediately. We would have preferred a lockbox to check-in or another method. We did not feel like we needed a tour of the house and the $20 fee was annoying but other than that a really great place where we had an absolute blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

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

Perfect Getaway Home for our Family Vacation

We all loved staying at Casa Columbine. Everything was perfect! Great communication throughout. The house had everything we needed and was not only conveniently located but also tucked away in a quiet location near the beach. We could not have asked for more yet, as a pleasant surprise, concierge services were available to help arrange all of our activities and excursions, as well as chef-cooked meals at the home and a golf cart for our local travel needs. Tere, our concierge, was amazing! We would not hesitate to return and would highly recommend Casa Columbine for your next stay in Costa Rica!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Terrance C.

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

Property is nice but BEWARE of the concierge service!!!

Pros- the property itself is nice and that’s about it Cons- the concierge service that this property offers is a disgrace: we requested a couples massage and a chef for our 2nd day in country. Everything was fine until the concierge actually had to do more than “communicate” with us about our services. 1.our two massage therapists didn’t informed us they would be late , we reached out and the concierge then informed us they’d be late due to a flat tire and we obliged (the concierge knew we had a chef scheduled immediately AFTER bc THEY booked it (couple massage @4 and Chef @6 that way there would be ample time to do one w/o interfering with the other). 2. Well, the chef decides to show up early NO WARNING and one of the ladies massaging my girlfriend let the guy/chef in WHILE WE WERE HALF NAKED ON THE TABLE and NOBODY took accountability or offered a refund/do over or anything. Lady kept on working on my girlfriend as if a man/stranger wasn’t in the kitchen literally WATCHING us get massages. I hopped off my table and aired them out. I had to repeatedly tell the chef to get out & wait. Once the therapists left, out of shock we contacted the concierge to let them know what happened, they responded that it was our fault, have a nice flight. We vacay internationally often and NEVER had to leave a vacay a day early. NEVER AGAIN. ***We told trconcierge and the owner what happened but it’s a TOURIST TRAP so they’re not really concerned about your stay, as they are your money.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

A Piece of Paradise

It has been over 20 years since I've been to Costa Rica and it is exactly how I remembered. The people and food are amazing! And this house was the perfect location. Walking distance to a fairly private beach, this home has everything you need. From a great sound system to a beautiful pool, we didn't want for anything. I highly recommend using Miguel for his private chef service. He and Anna made us several delicious meals during our stay with the freshest food you can imagine. And the concierge service took great care of us during our stay making sure we had everything we needed. I will not be waiting another 20 years to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

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

Amazing place

This was an amazing place would have loved to spend more time at this magical get away
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Wow what a great place!

Everything exceeded expectations would definitely stay again. Location was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

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

Enjoyable

Great place to stay. House, property, and pool are all beautiful. Close to grocery stores and places to eat. Owner left a list of places to eat and things to do, which was very helpful. House had everything we needed, so just had to bring clothes. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

randy j.

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

Wonderful

Home was perfect for us
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

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

Third Time Back at Casa Columbine!

This was our third stay at Casa Columbine so obviously we love it and feel very comfortable here! This time our son was able to join us and was well accommodated in the second bedroom. He really loved it, too. Our two daughters and families with young children also joined us in Costa Rica, staying at another house nearby (also managed by Tropical Homes, a real plus) and they were able to enjoy the pool a couple of times as well. Overall, this is the perfect house for us- very private yard, lovely pool, a short walk to the beach or to restaurants nearby. We rented a golf cart for our stay and that was just right for us. The house had everything we needed to relax and enjoy our stay. Michelle from Tropical Homes helped us set up airport transportation, golf carts, outings, and was generally helpful with various recommendations. Another wonderful trip and we hope to be back again in the future!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy L.

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

Casa Columbine an Oasis in Potrero Costa Rica

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful, comfortable home. Perfectly set up for 2 couples or a family. Well equipped kitchen with everything you need! Things like dish detergent, dishwasher detergent, paper towels, toilet paper all provided. Lots of pool toys, folding chairs and beach towels for use. Very good a.c in all areas. A must with temperatures in the high 30’s while we were there. Very good communication with our concierge Michelle. All questions answered and her introductory tour covered everything. The extensive written suggestions and “things to know” is much appreciated. Great access to all the necessary shops are close by and a great selection of good restaurants nearby. The pool and outdoor shaded area (with fans)
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Jessica M.

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

couples retreat

My husband and I had a great time and so loved Casa Columbine. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We loved being on the back deck of the house. Our favorite thing though was the private pool! We swam in it every day! We love the area and it's an easy walk to the beach and several restaurants in the area. Michelle was who we were in contact with and she was great! She was there to meet us and introduce us to the house and was always available if we had questions or concerns. Thank you to everyone!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela S.

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

Return to Paradise

This is our second time staying at Casa Columbine (but our 6th time visiting Playa Potrero) and we fell in love with it all over again. It is the absolute perfect base and a comfy and relaxing vacation home. The garden, lanai and private pool are really the best part, but the rest of the home is so comfortable, well-stocked, nicely decorated and just so easy to live in. It is perfectly located for the beach (literally just steps away) and the wonderful little restaurants in Potrero (including the stellar new Indian spot!). Michelle, the concierge from the property management company was incredibly helpful and stayed in touch throughout our 2 weeks helping with transportation to/from the airport, getting our initial groceries stocked, recommending restaurants and arranging a dinner with a private chef at our home (highlight of the trip), We adore Potrero and the small beach town vibe (shhh...don't tell too many other people about it, it's our little secret!) and we can't wait to return to Casa Columbine again next year!
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

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

Family Get Away

Took our 9 month old and couldn’t have worked better. 3 minutes to water, short walk or drive to the restaurants, and authentic CR feel. Our host was awesome to communicate with as well. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike Malone

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I fell in love with Costa Rica during my first visit here in 2005. Casa Columbine is named after the state flower of Colorado, and is a life long dream come t0 have my very own beach home! I first visited Potrero in February 2015, and from the first view of the bay from Las Brisas Bar, and throughout my week here, it felt right. There is a laid-back, authentic, quiet, and friendly feeling to this place that is so refreshing.

We look forward to many happy and healthy times here with family and friends, and we look forward to sharing such a special place with you! Check out our “Activities” page for our best information and recommendations for you!

We hope you enjoy the ease and tranquility of Casa Columbine. Cheers to the good life!

Pura Vida! from Mike

Why they chose this property

The perfect Surf Side Vacation starts at Casa Columbine.

Exclusive Private Home on Playa Potrero, awarded the prestigious Blue Flag designation as an outstanding ecological beach.
Comfortable Two Bedroom/Two Bath Home with all the amenities and finished with the finest materials including ceramic tile floors, granite counter tops, and native woods. Top of the line appliances include a stainless steel refrigerator, stove top, dishwasher and microwave.
Steps away from the Ocean and the Private Pool is even closer. Playa Potrero is renowned for its soft volcanic sand, and gentle warm ocean water. It’s the perfect swimmer’s and walker’s beach.
Casa Columbine is the perfect location for the “Beach Hopper” with many world class beaches nearby. There is Potrero for Relaxation, Flamingo and Tamarindo for People Watching and Shopping, Penca and Prieta for Seclusion, Conchal for getting Back to Nature and Playa Grande for Costa Rica’s best surfing.
Come share all the activities that the best surf side community in Costa Rica has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Casa Columbine is a very private, accommodating and comfortable vacation property in Playa Portrero, Costa Rica. The property is located on a secluded section of Playa Portrero beach, and offers easy “Beach Hopping” access to the finest beaches of the Pacific, including Potrero for Relaxation, Flamingo and Tamarindo for People Watching and Shopping, Penca, Prieta and Sugar for Seclusion, Conchal for getting Back to Nature and Playa Grande for Costa Rica’s best surfing and night time turtle watching.

Playa Portrero is located in Guanacaste in the Northwest Pacific region of Costa Rica, Central America. The Casa is easily accessible with modern paved roads, approximately 60 minutes from the Liberia International Airport.

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