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Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.

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A spacious living area with a wooden dining table and chairs, a green sofa with patterned cushions, and a kitchen in the background.
A hallway with wooden doors, a bed, and a ceiling fan.
A hallway with a curved wall, a bed with a patterned headboard, and a small table with candles.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, patio furniture, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A small garden area with various plants and a decorative pot.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.

  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.

  • At the centre of it all

    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Outdoor pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • High-speed internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Samara, Guanacaste
  • Place, Samara Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrillo Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Guiones Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.

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Welcome to Casa JR, a quiet, clean, fully-furnished, 3 BR, 2.5 bath condo with everything you could want. Beach is a few feet away. Pool right outside the condo. Relax in the condo, at local restaurants or bars, or at the beach. See the rain forest, experience zip-lines, or go horse-back riding on the beach or to the waterfalls.

The condo is fully furnished with Washer, dryer, air conditioning and a fully-stocked kitchen. Comfortable beds with quality linens. Large closets in each bedroom. There is a comfortable living room for relaxing evenings. Less than a two minute walk down the street to the beach. Just right outside the door on the condo property is a pool that is safe for young children and families. There is also a patio area with a grill for outside dining. High speed wireless internet, TV and DVD player. The condo also has a phone in the kitchen and master bedroom.

Samara is a uniquely Costa Rican beach town. It is Heaven on Earth. Casa JR is in the center of town, with bakeries, fresh fruit stands, delicious and inexpensive restaurants all within a two minute walk. It is the best of all worlds - quiet and tranquil and in the heart of this small beach town.

Other beautiful beaches are within a few minutes walk. There is horse-back riding on the beach, scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking, and surfing right at the beach.

The town is also home to a language school and massage school. There is an indoor/outdoor gym in town with daily classes. Also, several yoga schools and spas within a 30 minute drive.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Family friendly condo and pool.

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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

Please smoke outside in backyward or pool area.

Check-out instructions

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

Strip any used beds

Remove leftover food and drinks

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please take all trash out to the trash bin in the backyard.

Please empty the refrigerator.

Please return keys to the lockbox.

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 515745vb
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sámara

Located in Sámara, this condo is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Frog Pad, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Samara, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 22 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Guiones Beach - 30 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Playa Pelada - 41 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families. on 29 Sept 2026 start from AU$765, 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.

Is Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families. located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Samara Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Carrillo Beach and Buena Vista Beach. Playa Barrigona and Playa Camaronal are also within 12 miles (20 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem of a place! We absolutely loved our stay in Samara and the condo was perfect. We needed for nothing as the owners had thought of everything. Going to the beach was great with all the beach kit provided including umbrellas and body boards! My daughter's loved jumping in the pool on return from the beach. Highly recommend this condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
We are delighted that you found everything you needed in our condo. We appreciate feedback from our guests and try to make everyone’s stay relaxing and stress free. Thanks again. Regards, Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely perfect for our family of 4. It was a little slice of paradise in paradise!The beds were comfortable, the bathrooms spacious and the stock of necessities included everything you could possibly need for inside and out. The beach chairs, boogie boards, tote bags and a wagon to transport it all made the quick walk to the beach a breeze. Communication with the owner was smooth and friendly, they even offered to refund the cost of a supply that had run out. We would 100% recommend this rental for your trip to Samara and will be hoping it is available if we return ourselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2026
Thank you so much. We do try to provide everything we can to make our guests’ stay as comfortable as possible. Someone recently asked about a coffee machine. We have drip coffee. But I will be bringing a Keurig machine when we come in October. I am always open to suggestions and what we can do to make this paradise in paradise. Thanks so much. Paul and Katie.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, spacious condo that is very clean and in a great location. Communication with the host was easy. I would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thank you so much. We are glad you enjoyed your time in Samara. Most people choose the condo because of its central location - so close to the beach and the town’s restaurants. I am glad that you found that the condo was clean, comfortable, and spacious. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo was wonderful for our family. We had a family of five and a family of three stay here and we had plenty of space. So nice to have three bathrooms! The pool was wonderful and the central location made it so easy to do a quick walk to the beach or to the grocery store. I will definitely come back and this is where I would stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has literally everything you could possibly need and more! From beach equipment, Alexa speakers and a fully functional printer. Paul was very responsive. It is an easy walk to the beach (in fact my family of 6 including young children only drove the first time) and there is plenty of stores and restaurants/bars nearby. The traffic from the road was fine but on the weekend the karoke bar across the street was a little loud , but to be honest my kids and I got a kick out of it. The restaurants are pricey and the place is a tad touristy but there is an affordable grocery store too houses down and Paul's condo has everything you need to cook a nice meal. My kids absolutely loves the LED lights in the pool and having plenty of bathrooms. The a/c worked great as did the wifi. If your looking for a walkable, convenient and comfy home near the beach in Samara this is the spot for you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2026
Thank you so much. This is our goal. Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at Heaven On Earth. All the essentials, plus more were provided. Very close to thd beach and all the shopping. Paul responded very quickly to any inquires. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2026
Thank you very much. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Paul & Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for groups and couples

Great property, great location, responsive host
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb 2025
Our goal is to provide for our guests exactly what you wrote: a great place to stay in Samara - which is a great location - and to be responsive to our guests! Thank you for letting us know. Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right in the middle of town and less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. There is a grocery store next door and lots of restaurants in the neighbourhood. The Casa JR had everything needed for a family of 4 and a great pool area. The host was quick to respond to any questions or requests. Highly recommend this property for a stay in Samara.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Thank you. We are so glad that you enjoyed Samara and the condo. A number of delicious restaurants have recently opened, so there is great food within just a few minutes of ghr condo. Glad all went well, Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Samara

Excellent location, walking distance to beach and lots of restaurants/bakeries. Very comfortable property that made it a great place to chill on rainy evenings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Thank you. We agree. We actually think there is no better location in Samara in town so close to the beach, with a grocery store next door, 2 more just a 1-2 minute walk down the street, and really good restaurants next to us, across the street, and also within a 2 minute walk. Regards, Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a little oasis for my wife, daughter, and I. Had everything we needed from the perfect in town location to surf access to in unit amenaties. It felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
TY. Lovely. This is our goal.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Very convenient location and a spacious comfortable place to stay. Paul was very helpful with directions and getting checked in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2024
Great. Glad to hear. Thank you. Paul.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect for us, we were traveling with our son and his 2 daughters. It was very clean with all the comforts of home. A short walk to cafes, restaurants and the beach. In town however very quiet. Will definitely consider a stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Thank you much. Our goal is to provide a comfortable home where you can relax and enjoy all that Samara (and surrounding areas) has to offer. Regards, Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place had every freaking thing you could ever need to enjoy vacation. We stayed at 9 other places and theh didn't have a tenth of what was here. No need for extra store trips for soap. Phone chargers everywhere. They thought of everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
Thank you. We do try to provide everything needed, and are open to any additional suggestions to make your stay as comfortable, relaxing, and stress-free as possible. We recently added a printer (wi-fi accessible) and a monitor for use by guests. And, we also added a refrigerated water cooler with 5 gallon water containers (with additional 5 gallon water jugs) to keep everyone hydrated. So...thank you. I have repeatedly said - we love Samara, our experience is that Costa Rica is among the safest and most peaceful places to visit- and we hope all our guests have a similar experience. Thank you. Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay in Samara

My family had a great stay at Paul's condo in Samara. It was centrally located, spacious, and comfortable.Paul and his team were great hosts to me and my family.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2025
Thank you so much. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

We loved the location and had a wonderful stay. Nice, spacious condo that is walking distance to everything. The owner and property manager were very communicative and accommodating when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2022
Thank you so much. And, thank you for reaching out to us with questions during your stay. Regards, Paul Berman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent accommodations

Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2022
TY. Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation

The location was great, right in town but things quieted down by 10
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

We had a lovely stay at this property. It's clean, comfortable, conveniently located, and well-equipped. Paul was extremely accommodating regarding check-in and check-out times, which we appreciated. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Thank you so much. I am glad you found our place comfortable and relaxing. Regards, Paul Berman
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

My family of 6 stayed for a week and had an absolute blast. Within walking distance of so many shops and restaurants AND the beach!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2023
We can only say - thank you, that makes us so happy. Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful condo near beach!

Everything was beautiful and newly remodeled. We loved it all- thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Thank you for your comments. We did just remodel including painting the condo, sanding and refinishing all the furniture, adding some new lighting, and adding more storage space. We are glad you enjoyed the condo. Regards, Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and great beach

The place was as advertised, clean and comfortable. Close to the beach and multiple restaurants. The owner and manager were super helpful with travel. Noisy at night but always quiet by 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Dec 2023
Thank you. We continue to work with the community to be able to enjoy evening music and entertainment but limit the volume,. Regards, Paul and Katie Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful all around

The place was clean, easy to access, cozy and comfortable. Best yet, it had great views and a wonderful balcony to enjoy them on.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great condo!

We had a great stay-location was wonderful and Samara itself was a wonderful experience. There were 8 of us and this condo fit us all. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for letting us know about your time in our condo in Samara. Katie & Paul
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to stay in Samara

This place was perfect for our family of 5. Super close to the beach, as well as restaurants, shops, and grocery stores. The unit was very clean and comfortable- it had absolutely everything we needed. It was the perfect place for our trip to Sámara.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2023
Thank you. So glad... Paul and Katie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place. Central location

The place was very clean and tidy. Communication with the owners was fantastic. The place is very central in town, so easy walking everywhere.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2022
Thank you so much. So great to hear you enjoyed the town while you stayed with us in Samara. Thanks for choosing us. Paul and Katie

About the host

Hosted by Paul C Berman

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Paul and Katie have two adult daughters. We are both psychologists and enjoy traveling and exploring. We have not traveled as much during the last five years but now that both our children are out-of-college we are looking forward to more travels.

Why they chose this property

We purchased the property on our first visit to Samara. We instantly fell in love with the town and the community. Everything we could want is here - beach, language school, great and inexpensive restaurants, friendly community, and very safe. children.

What makes this property unique

Everything you could want is here and within a two minute walk. Beach. Activities. Restaurants. Tranquility. Safety. Family-friendly.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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