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5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views!

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Sunset from the private pool at the house.
Street view of Casa Hijau.
View of Kitchen from the patio.
View of patio and pool.
Private pool at the house.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Marbella, Provincia de Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Coco
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Pitahaya Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Azul
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views!

Enjoy all of the best that the Guanacaste providence has to offer. Relax on the deck while enjoying views of the ocean, mountains and private pool! Listen to the tropical birds and Howler Monkeys! Take peaceful morning or evening walks and watch the breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Head down to the Beach and have a meal and/or drink at the Tiki Hut restaurant. There are also numerous beaches within 20 to 30 minutes to the North and South that offer many things to see and do: Surfing, bodyboarding, snorkeling, fishing, turtle watching, jet skis, horseback rides, ziplines, etc. If you have any questions or would like recommendations, just ask!

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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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Lock all windows and sliding doors.
Turn of all air conditioners.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
-Only registered guests are allowed. -Illegal drugs are NOT allowed on the property. Violation will result in immediate cancelation without refund.
-Quiet hours begin at 11 PM and end at 7 AM. -Do NOT change any lock.
All garbage must be removed from the house upon checkout and taken to the condomino’s garbage area by entrance.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2880181vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Marbella

Located in Cuajiniquil, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Playa Coco and Playa Cementerio can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Marbella, Provincia de Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Coco - 6 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa Cementerio - 14 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Pitahaya Beach - 15 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Playa Azul - 20 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Playa Lagarto - 23 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Ventana Del Surfista - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪BernarDos - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Ancient People San Juanillo - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Cocobolo - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 Mins to the Beach! 🏝️ Gated Community, Private Pool, Ocean & Mountain Views! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Playa Coco and within 6 miles (10 km) of Playa Cementerio and Pitahaya Beach. Playa Azul and Playa Manzanillo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Neil T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The house is excellent, tastefully furnished, kitchen is very well equipped, beds are very good, a very comfortable home for a short stay. The location, on the other hand, is less than desirable. it is so remote the boredom can be overwhelming for a long stay.
Stayed 63 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review and for choosing to stay with us for such an extended visit. We truly appreciate your kind comments about the home, furnishings, kitchen, and overall comfort — it means a lot to us that you enjoyed the house itself. Regarding the location, our home is intentionally situated in a quiet gated community just a few minutes from one of Costa Rica’s top surf beaches. Many guests choose the property specifically for the peaceful surroundings, privacy, and easy access to both the beach and nearby towns. That said, we understand that longer stays can feel different depending on what each guest is looking for, and we appreciate you sharing your perspective. It was a pleasure hosting you both, and we wish you all the best in your future travels. 🌴 Todd and Rebeca
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy A.

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

Best of Costa Rica

I have made numerous trips to Costa Rica over the last several years and our recent trip was by far our favorite. Our stay at Todd and Rebecca's home was exceptional. The home is absolutely beautiful which is located in a private gated community. Everything from booking the home to check in and check out was flawless. Any inquiries we had of Todd and Rebecca were answered within minutes and they gave us a lot of insight on activities in their area. If you are looking for a private getaway, away from the crowding of the larger tourist areas, you will not go wrong staying at this property. Tim and Emily A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Awesome house but

The house is amazing but to get there is another story. To get to the house you have to drive about 17 miles of the worst dirt road every. If it rains you better have a truck or SUV. It’s not a place to stay if you want to explore. The only other minor thing I thought was creepy was the camera on the pool, there are cameras all around the house not sure one is need on the pool. They house is in great shape some minor things need fixing but overall it is awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2023
Thank you for your comments Brian! We have continued maintenance and upgrades on the house as it is our second home. We strive to make guests feel like they don’t want to leave once there, just like we feel. Regarding the camera’s, they were all there when we purchased the house. The cameras are turned off when we have guests. The one that you said was pointed at the pool actually is pointed at the entire back yard. Like most vacation homes in CR, owners have invested in cameras systems that cover the entire perimeter of the house as an added layer of security when the homes are not occupied. The roads do get some pot holes in sections during the rainy season but the Government’s Roads Department grades the roads several times per year and this year they have resurfaced several large sections with a blacktop-like surface. Playa Marbella is one of the top 3 surf beaches in Costa Rica and like many of the great beaches in CR, the roads aren’t always paved and can be a turn off to some people. That said, I recommend people just play a little Jason Aldean - Dirt Road Anthem when people hit the unpaved road. Marbella is definitely worth the journey; The beach, the people, & vibes are incredible.
Verified

6/10 Okay

kirk a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is gorgeous and well kept. My family loved the pool and the bedrooms. There is no AC downstairs only fans and although leaving doors open creates a cooler breeze it still remains quite warm and you invite whatever bugs are flying around. Upstairs bedrooms are beautiful and all had an AC unit but not strong enough to AC whole house. During our stay an AC broke in one of the bedrooms and out of owner control. Frustrating for us as our sons were hot at night and had to miss two days of excursions waiting on maintnence people to arrive. The washer and dryer was amazing to have and allowed us to underpack. Plenty of showers and bathrooms all clean and well stocked. Beds were very comfortable and plenty of closet space in master bedroom. Remote location and near beaches and water activities but not close to zipline, volcano, or rainforest like activities. We would stay again just maybe not with our kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Todd and Rebeca

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We have four short term rental properties, three in Tri-Cites, Washington (the heart of wine country) and one in Marbella, Guanacaste, Costa Rica.

What we love to do: Spending time with family, gardening, the outdoors, and traveling!

Hosting people has been a great experience and we love providing places for people to stay and find peace and relaxation.

Why they chose this property

We absolutely love Costa Rica (CR)! That's why we chose to buy the house. After 5 trips to CR and searching for 1.5 years for a home in Guanacaste close to the beach, and looking at numerous houses for sale, Casa Hijau and Marbella felt perfect the minute we arrived. We were sold!!

We hope you will feel at home in our home!

What makes this property unique

The location (centrally located along the coast of Guanacaste) was ideal for us as we wanted to be able to visited beaches and places North and South within an hour. The layout of the house has a great flow and since it is located near the top of the development, it has all the views of the mountains and ocean we were looking for. We also loved the open concept the architect designed in house. It allows a lot of fresh air to flow through the home and gives a feeling of connection to the outside when inside.

Whatever reason that brings you to here, we hope you too will find the peace and relaxation that we experience at Casa Hijau.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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