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Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool.

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Infinity pool.
Another beautiful sunset.  Sunrises are equally spectacular.
Stunning view even on rainy days, from our balcony.
Looking out though entrance.
Kitchen dining area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Playa Ocotal, Guanacaste
  • Ocotal Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Playa Hermosa
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

2nd Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool.

This condo is on the infinity pool level at the top of the hill, with with best views and privacy. The pool pictures are the actual views from the condo.

Renovated December 2023 with beautiful kitchen with quartzite counters, dishwasher and new cabinets. Fully equipped for cooking and eating in. Newer appliances, AC units and fans throughout, new bedroom mattresses with memory foam toppers and new bathroom fixtures.

Our condo is located 1/2 hour from the Liberia airport, between bustling Playa del Coco and quiet Ocotal Beach, both within walking distance. Coco is 1.7 miles away, Ocotal is less than 1 mile. Coco offers shopping, dining, nightlife and a large active beach. Ocotal is a beautiful small golden and black sand beach with many water sports available. Other wonderful beaches are yours to explore by car or by hiking. In the area and within a couple of hours drive are more opportunities to enjoy this dramatic landscape and ecological diversity. The province is Guanacaste with two seasons: Golden and Green. Golden brings constant sun and higher temperatures. Green bring rain with regular appearances of the sun.

Villa La Colina is a well-designed, relatively small, low-rise development (2 story max) with buildings on three tiers. Ours is on the upper tier where there are only 12 units. It is the quietest level and offers the best views across the valley to the mountain in front and wild hillside behind. And the spectacular infinity pool is just steps away, other pools in the development are for your use, too.

Our condo has large windows and vaulted ceilings creating a very open space. It is on the second floor and has a private staircase. The living room, dining room and kitchen face the pool and the mountain. The bedrooms are in the back, facing another mountainside, with trees just feet away, no buildings, roads or parking lots. The bedrooms and front door have screens, so the breezes flow through the spaces. Air conditioning is throughout, but for some the breeze and 5 ceiling fans are enough. There is a large balcony, perhaps the best place for coffee and to watch the sun light up the mountain and awaken the valley. Directly to the right of our building is a ranchero with table, chairs and fan for a change of venue or shelter from the sun.

Fully furnished and equipped, the condo is 860 square feet. It has one bedroom with a queen bed and private bath. There is another bedroom and a separate second bathroom. No more than 4 guests and no children under age 12 are permitted.

Two mountain bikes are included. Useful for quick trips to Coco for provisions or a ride on the path along Coco beach or through the barrios.

This condo is regularly visited by owners and it is well equipped and well kept and it is constantly being improved.

Property manager

Kathy C

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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

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 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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Coco

Located in Sardinal, this condo is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa. Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Ocotal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Coco Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 23 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 29 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 37 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coconutz Brewhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Numu Taproom and Bistro by Chef Nicolas - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful condo near Playa Ocotal. Amazing views and a beautiful infinity pool. located?

Situated in Sardinal, this condo building is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Ocotal Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie N.

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

A perfect 5 out of 5!

We were so very happy we came across Kathy’s rental property, we couldn’t have asked for more. We have visited in this area before but this condo top all others in our minds! We love the views, privacy, the accommodation was excellent, everything we needed was there. The property manager and his team were very friendly and helpful! Any communications we had with Kathy was always followed up with a quick response. We are planning to make a return trip next year! Can’t wait!Deb & Dave
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

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

Excellent Property

We loved staying at this location! The pictures are accurate of the property. The host, Kathy, responded quickly to any questions. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Kelly C.

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

Awesome Quiet Reprieve

The condo was situated at the very top of a steep hill overlooking the infinity pool and hillside. Completely private with beautiful landscaping and palapa below for dining. Monkeys, beautiful birds, iguanas and other creatures were plentiful. A photographers haven! Look out the kitchen window first thing in the morning and you're likely to see monkeys in the tree tops, mamas with babies a tow. Amazing. The condo so well equipped. It was stocked with all the essentials and the extras you don't necessarily think of when travelling. It's obvious that attention to detail was a priority for the hosts, we had everything at our fingertips. Beds were comfortable with higher end linens and plenty of towels. Washer and dryer onsite but we only used the washer - dryer racks were provided for fresh Costa Rican air drying...the best. Tito, the property manager was onsite and met us upon our arrival. He remained available to us throughout our stay but we really didn't require assistance. Any questions I had for Kathy were answered immediately. We are staying in several spots in Ocotal and Coco during our month long stay, and each place has its unique differences and attractions, but so far, La Colina is our fave. One thing to note, we were so thankful to have a golf cart. I can't imagine hiking into town or to the beach and back. We are relatively fit and don't mind a good sweat, but the hills and Costa Rican sun don't mix well. Transportation for us was a must. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline N., Laval, Canada

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

Amazing view!

We stayed 10 days in the condo and we really enjoyed the view from the balcony and the pool! The condo has the best spot in Villa la Colina as it is at the end, on the second floor, with the woods behind. The only sound you hear is birds and monkeys. We saw several monkeys in the trees behind our bedrooms. The site is very well maintained and the condo was very clean. We enjoyed having a cocktail at the Father Rooster. The communication with Kathy and Tito was easy and quick. We would like to come back in the future!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Better than expected!

This is a great condo! We stayed in November and the hillside view was spectacular. Kathy and Tito were great to work with. We hope to be back someday soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Johanne L.

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

What you see is what you get...and more...

The pictures on VRBO are very nice, they really represent the place...we were very comfortable, the monkeys came to visit, iguanas and a variety of colorful birds...Ocotal beach at 20 minutes wali and Playa del Coco at 45 minutes...condo very well equipped and located... thank you !

8/10 Good

Vista G.

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

Just as described

Property was just as described. The pool was convenient and nicely maintained. The beach was a short walk, although the condo was up a hill so it was a good hike getting back up the hill. The owners and renters in the upper condo complex were very friendly. I felt a nice sense of community, which was an added bonus. The property manager was very accommodating. The owner was amazing! Very responsive to my every question and offered tips to make our trip run smoothly. I will definitely go back and would recommend to others.

10/10 Excellent

Florence M.

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

Ideal secure vacation spot

I would highly recommend this property to others. The owner quickly responded to all our questions throughout the stay. The property manager and staff where also very approachable and quick to respond to any of our questions. The condo was very bright, clean and well stocked with dishes and appliances in great working order. The condo has a gorgeous view of the mountains and the infinity pool. It is convenient as it is only minutes from the main street of Coco and within minutes of 3 different beaches. We stayed there for the month of January and would highly recommend this property to others. Thank you Kathy and Tito for all your support in making our vacation a great one!!
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alina O.

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

Best experience!

We had an amazing time at Ocotal and the apartment. The beach is the best attraction and the condo is a quiet place to rest. We loved how cozy and clean it was and we found everything we needed inside the apartment. Cathy is a great hostess and the manager on the premises is very helpful as well. We look forward to coming there again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Janet T., Pemberton, British Columbia, Canada

We were happy with our stay from January through March 2019.

The online photos of the condo, pool and grounds are a true representation of the property. The sheets, towels and other household linens, and dishes etc. were in new condition and all the appliances (large and small) were in good working order. We especially appreciated the good quality washer and dryer as well as the efficient and quiet air conditioners and ceiling fans. And finally, we found the beds to be comfortable which is always a big relief. The property location is quiet and provides beautiful surrounding hillside views. During our stay there was a good mix of guests staying at the property ranging from young families to retirement ages. There were no safety concerns whatsoever. We walked to Coco and Ocotal a few times and enjoyed it but for us a car rental was a better option as it gave us the freedom to explore the many surrounding beaches, towns and other areas of Costa Rica. There is a lot to see and do! We left Costa Rica with a happy feeling and agreed we would return sometime in the future and if in the area we would return to this condo.
Stayed 77 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Reena S.

Beautiful condo with a magical pool

We absolutely loved our stay at Kathy's condo near Ocotal. We arrived late in the evening after a very long day of travel with our two children. Tito, the condo manager, greeted us and helped us with our heavy bags and even helped us order pizza. Later during our stay, he helped us sort out some trouble we were having with our car. He was always there to answer questions and offer recommendations. The condo itself was very comfortable for our family of four and was outfitted with more than the usual rental. The beds were comfortable, lots of extra towels, a fully equipped kitchen (I was even able to bake brownies for my son's birthday), and lots of attention to small details (the driftwood sculptures, brightly colored bowls, clear instructions for every appliance). The condo is in a great location as well, close to Ocotal Beach (we drove because of our small kids but you could easily walk) and away from the hustle of Coco. And the pool was amazing! Overlooking mountains, perfect for kids and adults, and never very crowded. We met some great people there and felt very much at home. We definitely hope to return.

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

The villa was perfect!! Fully stocked with a view that was out of this world!!

From the super easy rental process at the beginning, everything was superb. Tito met us at the door when we arrived and gave us the keys and the low down of the area, he even gave us a ride to town that evening even with it being after 10pm!! The unit was fully stocked with any and all items that a person could possibly use during their stay. I was there for 55 days and used the kitchen quite regularly and never once was stuck requiring an item that wasn't available in the kitchen. The groundskeepers worked through the scorching heat everyday to try instigate the growth of the vegetation after the long dry season and the grounds always looked great, and absolutely amazing once they were helped with a little bit of rain. Don't let the 'rainy' season scare you away, it only rains for a few hours 5-6 days a week, and most of the time it's during the night or early morning. Still leaving tons of sunny weather for for our enjoyment. Can't wait to go back, Pura Vida!!
Stayed 55 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

George B., Haslett, Michigan, USA

Nice condo & property located in a convenient location

We enjoyed our stay at Kathy's condo in the Villas La Colina. The condo is nicely decorated and fronts on a unique and beautiful swimming pool, around which we made many new friends during our weeks-long stay. Kathy is an extremely helpful and attentive host, who took the initiative to communicate regularly both before and during our stay. Playa Ocotal beach is within a 15-20 minute walk and the Playas del Coco beach and downtown are a 30-40 minute walk or 10 minute cab ride away. Playa Ocotal is a lovely, smaller beach which is generally less busy than Coco and other more tourist-oriented towns and beaches. The waters at Ocotal are usually very swimmable with some good rock-reefs offshore, along which ocean-life can be viewed while snorkeling. Downtown Coco has several choices for restaurants, bars, night-life, groceries and recreation. Several of Costa Rica's interesting and exciting attractions are within a 30 minute to 3 hour drive of this location. We would recommend Kathy's condo as an affordable and pleasant home and base for your Northwest Costa Rica get-away. George and Dee Brown Michigan, USA
Stayed 35 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Sally and Keith S., Regina, Saskatchewan

The weather was very hot. The condo was well equipped and very comfortable

We enjoyed our stay very much. The condo was great. The pool was amazing as it was hot every day. We are close enough to beaches to walk and had some very good meals at restaurants close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Beautiful, stunning, awesome, perfect location!

Couldn't ask for a more stunning location. We had everything we needed there, (except a car.) I would highly recommed this location to anyone, but seriously recommend a car rental. It's a great walk to town but far if you just need one or two items. Also if you want to explore the other parts of Costa Rica it would be cheaper and better to have your own vehicle unless you have a fat wallet full of cash to pay someone or do tours. If you're happy with just keeping to yourself and chilling out without the need to explore too much then this is totally the right place! But more adventurous people seriously look into it! -Make sure your Visa insurance covers you and hold your ground-don't fall for the "insurance" issues they may try to convince you that you need. For the most part the people are super super awesome in Costa Rica, but sometimes (incertain business types) they will try to convince you you need more than you really do. In other words DO YOUR RESEARCH thoroughly! Other recommendations are.....bring your own medications if you think you're catching a cold! We picked up a bug on the airplane and buying medicatios was EXPENSIVE!! A simple antihistimine/decongestant was about $1.50 PER PILL! So six pills is $9.00 (U.S.) Doesn't sound like much but if you have a headache too,....ibuprofen is about $1.00 We (two people) needed them both for three weeks, twice a day, until we were clear and could breathe again. That's $210.00 U.S. for basically Advil cold and sinus. Just trying to give you some perspective. Check out Zi Lounge in the downtown between 11 and 7 for happy hour and try the pizza,....yep the pizza DELISH!!! The pasionfruit frozen drinks.....YUM!! The Luperon and Mega Super are your best bets for price when buying groceries go there first-not kidding! If you want some more Canadian/American items the Auto Mercado is pretty good for that, but also double the price-again do your research, it's worth the time. If you don't speak spanish, DO get the google translate app and download the Spanish translator so you can use it offline as well. It is super handy because you can type in, or speak ingredients to find out what they are and also communicate with the locals. Only a very SMALL amount of people speak somewhat good English so take the time to learn basic Spanish, or at the very least download that app. The location of this condo was perfect because it was in the middle of two beaches that you can easily discover and out of town.
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Donna S.

Top notch

Great property to stay in Very clean Wonderful pool Round the clock security
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

Missing Costa Rica already!

Our stay here was just what we needed. We had our 6 month old in tow so we needed some sunshine, pool time and relaxing scenery (and we got it!). The condo size was perfect for our small family and had all of the amenities of home. We did a lot of self-catered cooking (Costa Rica is not inexpensive!) and the kitchen had everything we needed. You are in CR so there will be bugs and geckos but that's part of the adventure. When we arrived after our red-eye flight from Canada we were quickly greeted by the property manager who gave us the lowdown on some of the questions we had. He even took us into town the following day to help us get our bearings! The property is VERY well managed and the staff take much pride in keeping the grounds, landscaping and pool in top shape. Every morning the pool was cleaned of any debris (and critters) that had accumulated overnight! The owner was very quick to offer any help/suggestions to ensure we had the best stay possible. Of all the units in the complex we thought this condo unit was probably one of the best (if not THE best) because it's on the upper floor, at the far end and nearest to the veranda by the pool. The view from the balcony facing the pool and valley was awesome; many early mornings were spent with coffee in hand and just enjoying the sound of the birds. The pool was our favourite (of the 6 or so) in the complex (you can use the other pools which are down the hill and they offer a bit more shading from the sun) but we loved the view of the valley from in the pool. The condo is definitely "on a hill"! The walk is quite steep (however not long - maybe only 60 meters) so if you're not of decent health/fitness ability then it might be a challenge especially in the heat. We enjoyed the exercise and the view/pool is worth the climb! We rented a car for about half of our stay and were happy we did. If you don't have a car a taxi to town is $5 each way - drivers are familiar with the complex and will pick you up at the top if you ask. We also walked into town a few times when it wasn't too hot which was ~35 minutes one way. MUST DOs: Be sure to hike to the 'gringo' beach (~ 30 minutes) from the adjacent property * don't forget a camera as I spotted monkeys, iguana, heron and caracara birds! Borrow the bike and cycle into town and return with fresh fruit... Walk to Ocotal beach (~15 minutes) for sundowners/dinner at Father Roosters! Playa Hermosa for a beach walk. We would stay here again.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy C

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We are friends that go back decades! Michael, Dave & Kathy. Michael is an architect and designed Villa La Colina. Dave is his business partner. Together we have decorated and equipped the condo to make us happy when we are there. We get to Costa Rica many times a year to take advantage of this amazing place.

Languages:

English