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Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara

View of the ocean and jungle canopy from the patio of Villa Vista

Private parking for two cars, charge station for Golfcart

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Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Hot tub

Explore the area

Samara, Guanacaste

Samara Beach
‪6 min walk‬
Carrillo Beach
‪8 min drive‬
Playa Barrigona
‪16 min drive‬
Nosara (NOB)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Twin/King Suite

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara

Villa Vista is the perfect home for those who want the best of everything during their vacation– from incredible ocean views to luxury living, this villa has it all!

When you walk in, you’ll be blown away by the spacious living and dining area with its 22-foot ceiling. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped, and the air-conditioned library/media room comes with a large flat-screen Smart TV.
The master bedroom is very spacious and an incredible ocean view, the two other bedrooms(one with a queen bed and the other with king/ 2 twin beds) are very comfortable.
The open floor plan leads directly to a huge terrace and private infinity pool, where you can take in some of the best views in all of Costa Rica.
The outdoor bar and kitchen area includes a gas grill, side burner, and a beer/wine cooler – perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze and the sounds of the waves.

You’ll get visits from colorful wildlife, like red macaws, hummingbirds, monkeys, and more. It’s the ideal spot to relax, relax, enjoy family time, or a romantic dinner (private gourmet chef available, for breakfast and dinner).

Villa Vista is located in the exclusive Samara Reefs community, which is known for its safety and privacy. The villa is just a 10-minute walk to the beach and a 5-minute drive to the town of Samara, where you’ll find great restaurants, bars, and shops. Most guests get around easily with a car or golf cart – it’s the perfect way to explore the area.
Some of the other great perks of staying at Villa Vista include:
- A spacious, fully-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
- High-speed Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace on the top floor if you need to work
- A friendly, English, Spanish, and Dutch-speaking property manager who knows the area and is always available to help with any questions or recommendations
- Weekly cleaning included for a hassle-free stay, washer and dryer on site

The villa’s private pool is all yours, and the entire property is designed for comfort and relaxation.
Villa Vista was created as a luxurious private home, not just a rental, and you’ll feel the difference the moment you arrive.

If you’re ready to book your dream vacation or have any questions, reach out today!

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Washing machine

Dryer

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Pool not fenced, staircase, caution on wet floors

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Return the keys

Please contact Leonie about your departure time, she will come over to receive the keys.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sámara

Located in Sámara, this villa is near the beach. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Safari Surf School and Jungle Butterfly Farm. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Samara, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Samara Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Carrillo Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
Buena Vista Beach - 16 min drive - 9.2 km
Playa Barrigona - 16 min drive - 9.9 km
Garza Beach - 23 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

Nosara (NOB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬4 min drive
‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Samara Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Carrillo Beach. Buena Vista Beach and Playa Barrigona are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

E C.

7 Aug 2025

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

Beautiful home with an extraordinary view from the pool and deck area that makes up for some minor issues experienced during the stay. The property manager was responsive and easy to communicate with. If you're looking for a nice house overlooking Samara Beach, then you can't go wrong with this property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andree C.

19 July 2025

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

Costa Rican Paradise

Villa Vista was fabulous, right next to the Macaw House. The Macaws provided ample entertainment for all of us. The pool and house are just how they look in the pictures! We plan to return we loved it so much.

Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

16 June 2025

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

This property is amazing! We enjoyed hanging out in the pool and sitting on the patio in the evenings. The kitchen had everything we could have possibly needed. We walked to the beach, visited the farmers market, and went into town several times for meals and shopping. Leonie made check in and check out very easy and had great suggestions for things to do and places to shop and eat. It was the perfect stay!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

3 Jan 2025

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

Vista View Vida

Amazing home and location. Great view of the bay and close to town.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Erin W.

1 Aug 2025

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

Beautiful property with breath taking views. Inconvenienced by a broken dryer that we were only told about during check in. Found mugs with lipstick on them and bed had sand in it the first night (had not used the sheets yet). The property manager was great about helping set up excursions and answering any questions we had. Loved sitting on the back patio while the storms blew in. Plenty of pots and pans to easily cook in the kitchen.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo R.

24 May 2025

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

Relaxing, Beautiful, Unforgettable!

We just returned from an incredible trip to Costa Rica, and we couldn't be happier with our stay. The home was absolutely beautiful--immaculate, spacious, and even more stunning than the photos on VRBO. The infinity pool was a dream, and the entire setting was perfect for a truly relaxing and wonderful getaway.From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The thoughtful welcome basket of fresh fruit and local coffee was a lovely touch--we were so grateful for it. Leone our host was warm, helpful, and kind. She also gave us restaurant recommendations, which we tried and every one of them were delicious.We would absolutely recommend this property to anyone looking for a peaceful luxurious escape in Samara. We're already dreaming about coming back!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

john s.

29 Dec 2024

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

nice house

beautiful pool and view. nice furnishings. comfortable bed. internet works. helpful manager.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

12 Jan 2025

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

A week in paradise

This was a week long vacation with my husband, our 2 adult boys and their wives. I will never forget the expressions on their faces when they entered the house and saw the view. The house, grounds and pool area are beautiful and the view is simply spectacular. Leonie, was very helpful with recommendations on activities, restaurants, beaches, etc. She truly went out of her way to make our vacation unforgettable.We will definitely come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike a.

10 Mar 2025

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

Incredible Views; Incredible Stay!

My husband and I along with another couple just spent two relaxing week in this lovely property! The ocean view over the infinity pool is one-of-a-kind! The area around the pool, which is surrounded by lovely gardens, and the covered patio lets you stay outside all day. Inside, the main areas are spacious and well laid out. Due to the steepness of the road and traffic, we ended up driving to the beach ( 3 min.) which was easy and there was always parking. More beaches are nearby and the town of Samara is filled with small, local eating places, bars, coffee places and shops.

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

17 June 2023

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

Paradise

The house was beautiful and the view outside was breathtaking. I’m glad we had a 4x4 for all the sight seeing we did. Beautiful place to relax and explore.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

6 Dec 2023

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

Family vacation

Such a beautiful home in Samara

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John E.

11 Feb 2024

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

Awesome

Fantastic, beautiful with an amazing location. Leonie is a huge benefit - thank-you. John and Melissa

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle G.

29 Nov 2022

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

Beautiful and relaxing house!

Perfect place for a family with teenage kids. We loved this house. It was a great home away from home. The pool was beautiful with a great outdoor space to enjoy the Costa Rican sun. We loved the kitchen and the outdoor kitchen. The house is a quick drive to town, but nice and quiet. A wonderful place for a holiday!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc V.

18 Feb 2025

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

Perfect vacation!

Beautiful home and love the Samara area. Thanks to Leonie and the property owner for being so responsive and helpful. We got a shuttle to the house from LIR (2 hours) and then rented a golf cart for the week to get around town. Worked out perfectly. If you want to explore beyond Samara and Carrillo though, you'll need a car. It was just the two of us in the house, but there is plenty of room for up to 6 people. The amazing pool and the wall of folding glass doors in the back of the house were our favorite parts. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fenton P., Marston's Mills, Massachusetts

26 Feb 2023

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

Paradise

Can’t say enough great things about this home. Everything was fantastic. Clean, comfortable and very well managed. Great communication as well. Views where amazing. Location is perfect. Can’t wait to return. Thanks for the perfect vacation.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

KIM M.

15 Mar 2024

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

FANTASTIC HOUSE!!

This house is fantastic & definitely a 5 star!! Leonie is the BEST Host!! She responded to our questions before & during our trip. Gave great recommendations as well! Thanks again & definitely will book this house again.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

10 Mar 2024

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

Great Getaway

My husband and I needed a get away and this was perfect. The house is very private other than the daily gardener visits. We were able to find a local fisherman and got fresh fish and cooked at the house most nights. Leonie provided a lot of links for places to go and was very responsive.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M., Indianapolis,IN

28 Feb 2023

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

Beautiful Views

This is our second time at this property. The house and views are beautiful. The property manager was great to work with. We will be back!

Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

31 July 2022

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

Breathtaking Views of Playa Samara

The location and views from the property were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed a few activities in the local area including zip lining, ATV ride and of course the beautiful beaches in the surrounding area. The weather also turned out to be perfect with no rain 5 of 7 days during day time. Both Leonardo and Raquel were very responsive and pleasant to work with.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Farhana M.

12 Aug 2023

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

Slice of heaven

We stayed 5 days at Villa Vista and enjoyed every minute. The house is very conveniently located and the views are breathtaking. The minute you enter the home, you can’t help but be in awe of the beauty and immediately relax. The property manager, Leonie, is the best I have come across! We are the grateful for the memories our family will take with us and hope to be back again someday.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

9 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful

Thank you for a wonderful stay at Samara Reefs! The house had everything we needed: a beautiful view, being close to the beach, and a gorgeous infinity pool. Leonardo was so kind in setting up our house and activities, and Raquel was amazing in cooking us two beautiful meals with local ingredients. Thank you so much for everything!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin T.

24 June 2024

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

Perfect safe location

House was just awesome. Loved the location, grounds and view. If you are researching between Nosara and Samara like I did, choose Samara. Nosara or Guiones Beach is on several dirt roads along the coast with tourist shops and restaurants. Samara is a little town on the beach, paved roads, and surrounded by great beaches and things to do. We loved it and will be back and would pick this same house without question you wont be disappointed. Thanks again Leonie really appreciated you and all your help!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Doug M.

22 Mar 2023

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

Great property, great location. Overall experience was very good.

Samara Reef was a great area. Leonie helped us get a local cook into prepare a meal and it was wonderful. The house was a bit of paradise. We did have some challenges with only one gate controller and six people. I would also recommend an upgrade to some of the appliances. Overall loved the town and the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melodee B., Tualatin, OR

23 Jan 2024

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

Simply Amazing!!!

Can’t say enough about this property. Location and amenities were awesome. We woke up every morning to the tropical sounds of Samara…macaws, monkeys (they can be a bit loud) and beautiful vistas. We had a 6-person golf cart for 3 days which was perfect—allowed us to explore Playa Carrillo and go into town for dinner or pick up groceries, etc. We walked to town the first few days via the beach, about a one-mile walk. It is a pretty steep hill to the house but doable. We had Silvia come in two nights to prepare dinner for us—it was fabulous. Leonie was very responsive and easy to work with. Was a wonderful stay and we were sad to leave!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

27 Aug 2018

Truly stunning villa in a superb location

It is hard not to run out of superlatives in describing our stay here. The listing is accurate, and the photos give you a good idea of what to expect. The villa itself is luxurious and well kept, and the property manager (Erin) was on call to answer every query. But the view from the terrace just takes your breath away, with the jungle and ocean before you. It really is hard work to drag yourself away from the side of the infinity pool, but it is a short 5 min walk to the beach and then a 10 min stroll into lovely Samara - - muy tranquillo - with great restaurants right on the beach. Our favourite was Gusto Beach - authentic Italian pizzas and wonderful tuna! Customer service was excellent - I think it is the nicest place we have every stayed. Highly recommended!

About the host

Hosted by Troy Davis - Heather Parker

Following 15 years of ocean and Caribbean cruising, we (Craig and Myla) chose the Pacific coast of Costa Rica for our next adventure. Samara offers exceptional leisure activities as well as outstanding restaurants ranging from Tico beach bars to fine, European dining......all with the most gorgeous view imaginable. Come share our dream!

Why they chose this property

Simply walk in the front door and you'll understand how the view captivated us. You'll appreciate everything this luxurious villa offers. Samara is a funky, laid back, beach town that has the perfect mix of Gringo/Costa Rican culture with a pinch of European cuisine thrown in. Very few communities in Costa Rica offer the beautiful beach presents of Samara with its huge variety of bars and restaurants just steps from the Pacific surf. We promise you will fall in love here!

What makes this property unique

Not only can you enjoy all the activities listed above, but also ultra light flights, zip lining, surfing, turtle watching, whale watching (from your own terrace), ATV exploring and an internationally acclaimed language school. OR..........simply relax in the pool and contemplate life in a very private environment with gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean and Playa Samara.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Master Suite

Twin/King Suite

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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Bathroom 3

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House Rules

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About the area

Sámara

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Frequently asked questions

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10/10 Excellent

E C.

E C.

10/10 Excellent

Andree C.

Costa Rican Paradise

Andree C.

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Kim W.

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

Vista View Vida

Luis C.

8/10 Good

Erin W.

Erin W.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo R.

Relaxing, Beautiful, Unforgettable!

Mary Jo R.

10/10 Excellent

john s.

nice house

john s.

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

A week in paradise

Monica L.

10/10 Excellent

mike a.

Incredible Views; Incredible Stay!

mike a.

10/10 Excellent