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Casa Blanca on the Beach

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Beach
Beach
Master Bedroom (does not include baby)
Room
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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  • Place, Grande Beach
  • Place, Las Baulas National Marine Park
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Front Left Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

Front Right Den

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living room loft

1 Double Bed

Loft in Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Casa Blanca on the Beach

Welcome to Casa Blanca our family’s retreat from the real world. We would like to share with you the beautiful beach of Playa Grande with breathtaking sunsets, abundance of wildlife and undeniably the most spectacular scenery.

Playa Grande is a part of Las Baulas National Park where the world’s largest leatherback turtles nest. Because we are right on the beach, you might get lucky and see the turtles when they come to lay their eggs or the hatchlings when they make their run to the sea.

We are approximately one hour from Liberia Airport. We are also 30 minutes driving distance or a short walk on the beach to Tamarindo and 30 minutes from Flamingo where you will find plenty of shops and restaurants.

Relax on the front porch and watch the waves break and the sun set while enjoying a cocktail. The house has an open layout with a well equipped kitchen, a large dining room table which seats 12, a wonderful round game table, plenty of sitting areas where you can enjoy your company or read a book while watching the ocean.

We offer light daily maid service 6 days a week at no additional charge. Maid service does not include laundry and cooking.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

About the area

Playa Grande

Located in Cabo Velas, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Conchal Beach and Tamarindo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park 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 Grande, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 30 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Playa Langosta - 38 min drive - 19.5 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Rural - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Tamaonda - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Blanca on the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Blanca on the Beach?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Blanca on the Beach on 12 Dec 2025 start from AU$994.69, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Casa Blanca on the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Blanca on the Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Blanca on the Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cabo Velas holiday home is just steps away from Grande Beach and Las Baulas National Marine Park. Ventanas Beach is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Great surf trip!

The home is beautiful! We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jason O., Idaho, USA

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

Amazing location, great for families

The property is literally right on the beach! The Playa Grande community was perfect for our family vacation from the winter and cold! Dee was always available for quick answers to any questions I had. Magda was on-site while she speaks little English she’s a very kind, hardworking person who worked hard to make sure we had what we needed. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need. The only item we borrowed from a family member’s property was their crockpot which was handy to throw something into the pot and then have a warm dinner ready whenever we got home from the day’s playing. All the beds in the main bedrooms are comfortable, but the two hide away beds in the living rooms were a little skinny on padding (they always are!). We were able to remedy this by taking the pass off the lounge chairs - easy fix! The only recommendation I’d have is for there to be a deep clean of the whole property. It’s clear that Magda does a great job keeping a clean house - there were just areas of the home that needed a tad more attention. Overall, we were exceptionally pleased with the house, the location, and the service. We’d go back in a heartbeat and are going to cherish the memories made on this trip! Thanks Dee!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Incredible View!

We had a great stay at Casa Blanca. Playa Grande is a beautiful white sand beach that provides perfect waves for surfing, boogie boarding, long walks and amazing sunsets! If you are lucky you might see a turtle on the beach. This house is perfect for three couples that enjoy air conditioned rooms. Each bedroom is very spacious and have their own full bathroom and huge king sized beds. The loft over the family room has a double bed and another bathroom but no air conditioning. It was warm up there for sleeping so our daughter slept on the couch which was comfortable for sleeping as well. The caretaker, Magda, lives onsite and she cleans everyday, provides fresh towels, and makes the beds. She does a fantastic job. She doesn’t speak much English so be aware of the language barrier. There weren’t any spices except salt, no plastic wrap or aluminum foil or anything like that. This was consistent with previous reviews that we had read. We didn’t find any toys for the beach (balls, frisbees, etc.) so be sure to bring your own if you wish. Our only suggestion would be to have some hooks on the patio to hang wet towels or suits. The sunsets every night right from the house patio were amazing. Overall the house was perfect and we will definitely stay here again if we return to Playa Grande. Thank you Deidre!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

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

Our favorite vacation spot

The house is amazing! Located right on the beach. Magda does an amazing job cleaning every day. This is our second time staying here and we would do it a million more times!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy L.

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

Right on the beach

Our family enjoyed this spacious home right on the beach. Enjoyed being able to walk to get something to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn P.

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

On The Beach

Our groups have stayed at Casa Blanca many times. Amazing property, beautiful beach location. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Y.

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

Lovely place on the beach

Wow! Beautiful home on the beach has everything you need for an amazing stay in Playa Grande. Lovely little village with good restaurants and surf shops, the beach itself is wide and goes for miles. We spent hours surfing, boggie boarding, relaxing on the sand and watching sunsets. The housekeeper Magda was kind and helpful and did a great job keeping the sand a bay. I highly recommend Casa Blanca, you will not regret it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Beach Front

We stayed for a week and had a great time. Lots of room for our family. Right on the beach with amazing views. We will stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail W.

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

Beautiful home right on the brach!

Beautiful home, quiet location, each bedroom has its own bath. Excellent, easy communication with host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Playa Grande Vacation

Enjoyed our stay at Casa Blanca. Best location on the the beach!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Incredible Family Vacation

I have stayed in the area multiple times and this location can't be beat. Directly on one of the most beautiful beaches we have ever visited. Surfing for beginners to advanced with multiple breeaks. Long secluded walks on the beach, tidal pools for the kids to explore. Laid back small town, just what you need if looking to get away from crowds andcongestion. House had all we needed for multiple semi-pro chefs in our family. Housekeeping was friendly and meticulous, Communication with owner was excellent. Fantastic family memories for our group of 13! Thank you Dee and Magda.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L., Houston

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

Amazing Trip at Casa Blanca

My family with an infant and a three year old just had an amazing trip at the Casa Blanca property. The house is right on an amazing beach, open the back patio door and you’re on the beach. The house was in great shape, Magda kept It very clean every day. It had everything we needed. We are already talking about our next trip to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

The Perfect Beach/Sunset Location - Pura Vida!

This property is fantastic if you’re looking for beach relaxation and short travel times to some town excursions. Our party was two families of 4 and there was plenty of space with a/c in all the rooms we slept. Magda the caretaker was great each day we were there and Diedre was very quick to respond, although we didn’t have any issues. We plan to return to CR as soon as we can and we have already recommended this property to others. My favorite part was sitting right off the back patio each night on the sand and enjoying some music and the waves. Pura Vida!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

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

A perfect home for a large group

We had a wonderful time as a family this home is right on the beach we enjoyed the beautiful home and hours on the beach...we loved it so much we never left except tobrent surf boards and to eat a few meals out. We walked to Hotel Las Tortugas for the best lunches! Only complaints sofa bed not comfotable and house could be cleaner. Diedra is great to work with. We would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

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

Perfect Family Surf Destination

The house is beautiful and the location of “beachfront” is an understatement; the house is literally on the sand and the water’s edge is only feet from the front porch. Magda, the onsite caretaker is a doll and is very helpful. I rated the house at 5-stars for cleanliness because Magda is constantly tidying and straightening things; however, don’t expect 5-star hotel-level perfection. It’s a beach house located in a moderately-developed town so there is bound to be sand in places and the occasional stray bug, etc, but it is very clean/tidy, all things considered. For surfers, there is a great beach break right in front of the house and various other breaks along the walkable beach. 70 minute drive from LIR, 2 hour drive from the volcano and waterfall attractions. Great location, great house, our best family vacation ever.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Birthday Ocean Bliss

We had a lovey experience as a family and friends getting together to enjoy playa grande. Lots of space, super safe, amazing beachfront property. Everything comfortable. Would love to be back over and over again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

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

Amazing location

Love this place! Will be going back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don G., united states

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

Host and on-site contact are excellent - property is great

Everything is as listed on the website (and even better in-person). Five star experience - highly recommended. Very happy with Dee (the owner). Her communication is exceptional and very pleased with her engagement. She is a great VRBO host. Magda (on-site maid/house keeper) is a sweetheart. We enjoyed talking with her every day and appreciate her assistance on-site The property is perfect. We are five close friends who travel on trips together. The surf right outside was perfect. Plus, a short walk to the Taco Star, The Beach Club, and The Onda hotel all worked perfectly. Playa Grande is a slice of heaven. The beds were comfortable, the air conditioning was good, the kitchen is very spacious, and the entire house could not have been better. Plus the views from inside as well as sitting on the covered patio overlooking the ocean was perfect. We enjoyed the walk to the big volcanic rock down the beach on the right. It's a fun spot to climb and catch a sunset or view. We would stay here again. Zero complaints, wonderful property and the people made a significant impact too. Major kudos to Dee (owner) and Magda (on-site contact). It was our first trip to Costa Rica and it could not have gone better. Pura Vida!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

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

Property was great

Property was clean and we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

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

Casa Blanca in Feb 2023

Perfect location. The house was very comfortable and roomy with plenty of areas to enjoy the beautiful view
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Josée A., Contrecoeur, Québec,Canada

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

Pura Vida!

It’s was our fourth time in Costa Rica and it was the most beautiful villa that we rent. Everything was perfect! The location, directly on the beach, the villa was beautiful( the pictures don’t do it justice), it was very well equiped and Magda came each day to clean it. We loved to enjoy the beach, the tranquility of Playa Grande and the kindness of the people. The communication with the owner was very easy. We hope we will be able to return soon and envoy this beautiful place!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy A.

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

Location, location, location

We LOVED our stay at Playa Grande! Perfect for us and our 4 kids ages 15-21. Such a rare experience to be ON a beach with only a few other houses, a great surf break right in front of us, and a comfortable roomy home. My favorite part of the stay was lounging on the couch while watching my boys surfing out the window! The home is very spacious, room for all to stretch out, great AC, big dining table, nice game table (bring your own puzzles or games). The patio is perfect for being on the beach but out of the sun (or in our case, the rain....we had bad luck with a rare tropical storm during our stay, but it was the perfect place to be nonetheless). We liked the quietness of Playa Grande, beautiful for long walks. We did drive to Tamorindo one evening and we were so happy to return to Playa Grande! There are a few restaurants in town and some small markets. The best was being able to walk a couple hundred yards south on the beach for breakfast at Hotel Las Tortugas and lunch at Taco Star stand. This isn't the home for you if you are a clean freak, it could use a deep cleaning, but it's a beach house, and we overlooked that for the positives. The caretaker Magda is lovely and we enjoyed the luxury of her coming every day to tidy up. Most of the other rentals at Playa Grande are a walk to the beach and you just can't overstate the value of being ON the beach. We want to go back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

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

Everything we dreamed it would be

We absolutely loved it here! The house was perfect. The maid service was so convenient. We are already planning our next trip and will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Incredible location

This is an incredible (very large) house, with every amenity you could possibly need. Even better, the location is amazing. The house is ON the beach, and tucked away in a quiet area with an uninterrupted view of the ocean. We loved our stay and would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

deloris d., Sandwich, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Playa Grande vacation

One of the few reasonably priced locations on the beach but be aware that it is a public beach so not much privacy. Home was spacious with a nice view of the ocean but not much hot water for showering. Lukewarm if only one person taking a shower at one time.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

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