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Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica

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A room with a large glass door leading to a pool and a view of the sea.
A modern house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a sofa, dining table, and chairs, a kitchen with a bar area, and ceiling fans.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Playa Islita

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Massages in spa
  • Private pool
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Islita, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Islita
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrillo Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Samara Beach
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Suite 2

2 Queen Beds

Suite 3

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Living Room Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Suite 2 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Suite 3 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Islita

Located in Bejuco, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Jungle Butterfly Farm and Safari Surf School. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Islita, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Islita - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • San Miguel Beach - 25 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 26 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Samara Beach - 32 min drive - 20.8 km
  • Coyote Beach - 39 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hula Jungla - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Soda Río Ora - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Los Delfines - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kimbute - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Plaza - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Private Ocean-View Family Villa with Pool in Islita, Costa Rica located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Islita, Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal and Museo Islita. Playa Camaronal and Playa Bejuco are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very Beautiful place. A little difficult to get to, bit worth it. Kitchen wss not clean. Guest quarters were pretty clean. Outside area was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
Thanks so much for staying with us! We’re glad you enjoyed the views, outdoor space, and secluded setting. We also appreciate the feedback on the kitchen and will make sure to address it with our cleaning team. Hope to welcome you back sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool was great and we loved the view. Easy drive into Islita and down to Playa Islita.If you go, also worth the 20min drive to Mar yTierra (BBQ spot that was the best meal we had during our stay in Costa Rica).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar 2026
Thanks for choosing to stay with us! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great villa for a family vacation. Beautiful views, amazing pool and a huge living area with well stocked kitchen. Rooms were separate with bathrooms so lots of privacy. Definitely recommend this place, we will return
Punta Islita beach
Wildlife
Fantastic pool area
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2025
Thanks for staying with us! We hope to see you and your family again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good house

Fun stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place. Clean, everything worked, small issues addressed promptly. Comfortable for our family of 10. Endlessly helpful and welcoming hosts. The rough road from Carillo to Punta Islita is well worth the trouble as it means the gorgeous beach is empty. Terrific community. Loved it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2026
Thanks for staying with us! We hope to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning scenery with all the amenities

Beautiful setting. House was fully stocked with plenty of room to mingle and have your own air conditioned space. Close to beach and groceries. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2025
Thanks for staying with us. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience!

We loved our stay! Our check in process was seamless and the house was more beautiful that the photos could capture. We will be coming back again. You’ll 100 % enjoy yourself in this magical home.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay in our hidden gem of a property. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing family vacation

This vacation ticked all the boxes. We needed a down time for everyone to relax and connect. This property did that. Even without car rentals, we found things to do, walking to Islita and the beach every day. Loved the community and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2025
Thank you for your review! We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Years Week

BEAUTIFUL location and an excellent time with family. Lizbeth's meals were superb—everything you could want in a family setting with many activity options. The only downside was a few ants that we controlled with a bit of vinegar and a sprinkling of coffee grounds. Such AMAZING memories of my family time in Playa Islita at Villa Jalapa.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Thanks for your review and staying with us! We’re glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and Lisbeth’s meals, and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family vacation.

This is a great property with everything we needed. It is a secluded location so the roads are a little challenging but once you are there, it is just wonderful. We enjoyed the pool, the magnificent views and even seeing wildlife ( monkeys and red macaws) from the villa. Access to the beach, bar and restaurants within walking distance. Lizbeth is a great cook and she made our stay even more enjoyable and worry free.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Stay at villa Jalapa

We stayed for a week and we had a great time. The pool and view were amazing! The kitchen was well stocked with many items for cooking our own meal. Diego helped us order local fish which was delivered at the door and was amazing. We saw monkeys and many other animals and insects which the kids loved. The beach was a short distance by walking and we could do surfing with nice waves! Overall great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
Thanks for staying with us, we're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful trip!

This is our second time staying at Diego’s house. He is very easy to communicate with, got back to us very quickly, and always had suggestions and advice. The caretaker, Lisbeth, was very friendly and helped us out throughout our stay. The house is beautiful and the location is wonderful. You are in the middle of nature, with scenic views, animal watching and critters around! We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2025
Glad to have you stay with us again and please return any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place in a stunning location. We were six, and more than enough room for all. Lisbeth, who is responsible for the home, is a wonderful person and cook! Do not hesitate to ask her to prepare some of her specialities. The location in Punta Islita is unique. This is about a 35 to 45 min drive fro Samara, which includes 25 min along unpaved, somewhat grated, roads. Lots of up and down big hills along the coast. We did it in a front-wheel drive car, but would have preferred 4WD. Once in Punta Islita, you can walk down to the beach in 10 min or walk up to the village in 10 min. There is a small market where you can get most of what young need, and a great coffee shop. Lisbeth can order fresh fish, sea food, and meats!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great ocean escape

The house is as advertised, beautiful and well equipped. The location is isolated enough for privacy, but only 35 minutes from Samara. There is air conditioning in all of the bedrooms, which is necessary given the heat and humidity. The property manager Diego is really helpful and communicative. A great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning Property

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this property. Most of our time spent there was in the gorgeous pool watching the Macaws as they flew overhead. Our group consisted of 2 families - 4 adults and 5 kids ranging in ages of 5-16. Diego the property owner and Lisbeth the property manager were both very responsive whenever we had any questions and on top of things if/when we needed them. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you and your group again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Awesome home

Loved the pool, the layout, separate casitas, super comfy beds. Views of howler monkeys, coatis, scarlet macaws from the property. Short walk to beach and Marriott hotel. Beach bar is a plus. Expensive however with Cdn exchange. A bit of a climb to get home. Grounds professionally cared for. Well worth a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2023
Thanks for staying with us Joanne! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Fantastic stay! First time in Costa Rica! Amazing pool and amenities! Grateful for the SUV we rented to travel the last bumpy 10 km. Beach club of the local hotel was very accommodating for a cabana rental when we wanted to splurge. Natural sightings of howler monkeys and macaws. Also a wonderful visit to The Jungle Butterfly farm. Walked to the couple local restaurants - perfect after spending all day in the sun/pool. Would love to come back!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2023
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and would love to have you visit us again!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Ok, but needs to improve

The property is ok, the manager and person responsible to receive us was very kind. but the property needs maintenance. Kitchen cabinets are damaged, and main room with Living room don't have a/c and gets too hot. Rooms are ok, and the pool is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2024
Thanks for your review, we will improve the issues you’ve listed immediately. I’d like to note that the listing explicitly states that there is no A/C in the living room and kitchen, but we do provide several fans and the doors slide open. Hopefully you were able to cool off in the pool and have a pleasant stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

We had a great 7 night stay here! Two adults and four university age kids. It’s definitely remote and the town and area restaurants are charming. We had a 4x4 and were glad to have it! There were howler monkeys and macaws in the trees every day and we spent hours in the pool after venturing out to do activities like surf school, horseback riding and art classes. The management at the neighboring hotel was wonderful on multiple occasions. The housekeeper Lisbeth took great care of us and her cooking was fabulous!! We made so many memories that will last a lifetime! Thank you for sharing this magical place with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay in quiet, friendly, local area

We had a wonderful stay in Punta Islita. The house was amazing — perfect for a group of friends as it features a central shared kitchen and living room which is surrounded by 3 private bedroom villas — all leading out to the pool. The villas were quiet, clean, with great AC making for a comfortable stay. The location, while in a quiet rural area, had several great local restaurants nearby and was a quick 10 minute walk to a beautiful quiet beach. The locals are so friendly and we also enjoyed doing activities/ excursions via the hotel next door. Diego was incredibly helpful and answered any questions we had in preparation for the trip. Lisbeth, the house caretaker and chef was absolutely wonderful. I HIGHLY recommend hiring her to cook some meals at the house. Probably the best food we had all trip. We would happily return any time :)
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2025
Thanks for choosing to stay with us! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed your trip to Islita and we hope to see you again in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Magical. It takes some time to get to the Villa and be aware the roads are not paved or flat. All wheel drive helped a lot. the trips is worth it though. If you are looking for nightlife and action. this is not the best choice. If you are looking for tranquility and a truly immersive Costa Rica experience this place is perfect. The people in town were great and everywhere we ate was delicious. We were also lucky enough to have the caretaker Lisbeth make a few dinners and she is a great cook. Diego was a very responsive host and Lisbeth was always there to help with questions and tips. We saw monkeys and coati on property and macaws and parrots flying overhead. the kids loved having private spaces and the pool and living/ dining areas were great spaces to come together. Samara is about a 35 minute drive for tours, food and more great beaches. Would recommend 100%
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property!

Our stay at Villa Jalapa was amazing from start to finish! Lisbeth was an AMAZING cook and took great pride in cooking and cleaning for us the entire time we were there. Our kids loved everything she made! The rooms were beautiful and comfortable and the bird watching in the morning was really great. Would definitely stay again! We loved the town of Islita and all the people there! We spent a day at the beach and rented a cabana from the local hotel with food and drink service to our chairs. We all did surf lessons on the beach and had a great time. My daughter and I did a 30 minute massage at the outdoor "spa" in a private cabana that was super peaceful and secluded. If you want to eat at the local Don Romero's you need a reservation, but I would highly recommend it! It's a very intimate setting with the chef preparing food especially for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
We’re very happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas stay 2022

Villa Jalapa is a lovely home The pool is the highlight Diego, property contact, was excellent at assisting with our needs The adjoining hotel has great pickleball courts which we used everyday The beach is nice The hotel needs to be more accommodating to non hotel guests Such as us staying at villas Highlights include the housekeeper Lisbeth Her cooking is fabulous and it’s so great to have a clean home Dining- the hotel is good but best restaurant is aromas nearby- don’t miss it And kimbute and don Ramiro’s- although we gave up trying to dine there This was a return visit for us The golf course doesn’t exist now But the area is beautiful A golf cart included with the house would make it super special since it’s a long hill up to the house
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Dec 2022
Thank you for your feedback Allison! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Villa Jalapa and look forward to hosting you again sometime in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Hidden Gem

We had such a great stay over the New Year with my family. The property itself is everything you could want on a tropical beach vacation. It felt extremely safe and was well stocked. We have never been to Punta Islita before and we found so much to do in our week's stay. Diego was so helpful and communicative in setting up things before our arrival and making sure our stay was going well. Lisbeth, the housekeeper/cook was amazing!! Her cooking is wonderful and more than that she is just a lovely and sweet person and made us feel so welcome and comfortable. As a Mom to 4 young children, it was so nice to REALLY take a break at a VRBO. We took some awesome guided hikes and tours with Eduardo (find him at the beach). Just a great trip made better by meeting so many wonderful locals who love their country and are happy to share it. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Thank you for your review, we're very happy that you had a relaxing time at Villa Jalapa and enjoyed your trip to Costa Rica.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property!

We loved our stay. It is remote and the road not great (we came from Arenal). But the property is lovely. And Lizbeth is all the great things you have heard. Amazing food at $20 a meal and she secured the seafood for us. The bedrooms are wonderful (although towel racks dangerous for tall people!). Great touch having shampoo, body wash in the showers. Would benefit from a suitcase rack. Communication great with Diego - very responsive. Loved the pool and the rooftop - scarlet macaws morning and evening to spot. Kitchen is very well equipped, although we didn’t use most of it because we left it up to Lizbeth. We played a couple games which were supplied, very fun. Overall a great visit, and highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2022
Thanks for staying with us, we’re glad that you enjoyed your time at the villa! And thank you for your detailed feedback—we hope to see you again in the future!
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