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4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande

Across the lane from the beach in Playa Grande’s luxurious Palm Beach Estates, this three bedroom home and casita is nestled on a large landscaped lot with a pool in front and the nature reserve at the back. There is a rooftop covered treehouse patio above the garage. If you are lucky, you'll see Howler monkeys from there or as you return from taking in the sunset on the secluded beach - and several of Guanacaste’s finest restaurants and up-scale bars are only blocks away.

The main house has 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, as well as a semi-attached casita with complete bedroom/bath. Bedrooms come with the following sleeping arrangements:

Master Bedroom: King bed - master bedroom with ensuite bathroom (also has entrance from hallway)

Secondary Bedroom: Queen bed - ensuite indoor / outdoor bathroom

Third Bedroom: Queen bed & single built in bunk bed

Semi-detached Suite - queen bed & day bed with ensuite small bathroom

NEWLY renovated kitchen is fully stocked with appliances, including large double door fridge, dishwasher, oven/stove, microwave, blender, coffee maker and all of the basics to cook.

A/C units in all indoor living areas of the house.

The spacious tiled and fully screened front patio has double ceiling fans and a large built-in gas grill. Other amenities include laundry room, and a second story terrace with hammocks and sitting area. Everything you need! Comfortably sleeps eight (with beds for up to eleven).

Casa Kalumina has some safety features to keep the house locked up tightly, including a roll down metal screen. We recommend keeping this down when leaving the property and at night.

Did we forget to mention how close we are to the beach? We are located between the estuary and the beach, and it is a block walk to the beach entrance. It is actually across the street but due to other developments, you have to walk down about 100 meters and you are at the access. There is even a water taxi service to Tamarindo from Central America’s largest mangrove estuary three hundred yards away. Kalumina…the perfect place to stay!

Property manager

Michael Gehron

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Phone
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

4 BR With Pool Rooftop Patio 50m From Beach in Grande

About the area

Map
playa grande, guanecasta

What's nearby

  • Grande Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Las Baulas National Marine Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 41 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 44 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 49 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Venezia Gelati y Café - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Argentinian Grill & Restaurant - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Nari - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande located?

Located in Palm Beach Estates, this villa is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Grande Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Las Baulas National Marine Park and Ventanas Beach. Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

4 bed / 4 bath w pool and rooftop patio 50m from Beach in Grande Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 57 reviews" "
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick G., Corvallis

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home at Playa grande
Fantastic communication. Tons of wonderful food options. Right next to surf break for surfers of all abilities. Comfortably sleeps 10. Front porch screened in for wonderful evenings
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Subgnar

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing amazing home and location!!!
Had an amazing week in playa grande! House was everything we wanted and more! Great location and very helpful property management! Will for sure be back in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise P., Montreal, canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Montreal family of 8 adults + baby
Villa as per pictures. 3 bedrooms in main villa including 2 large ones with adjacent bathrooms very appreciated. The 4th bedroom in outside casita does not have wifi. All bedrooms have air conditioning, a must to enjoy sleep. Beds were comfortable. Huge screened porch very nice and bbq quite useful. Kitchen very well equipped with a large number of pots and various accessories. One fridge rather tight for large family like ours. Beach towels and accessories very useful namely the tent for shade and the 4 chairs. No body surfs though. Small swimming pool as described. Water shortages at check in and on departure. Very good assistance from Shawna and Jorge for these issues. Very kind in providing tips / suggestions and booking chef for a birthday dinner. Area was noisy (roof construction, adjacent villa) but not Shawna-Jorge fault. Exceptional beach.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot for families
We stayed here with friends and family ages ranging from 2-14 and loved our time here. The screened in outdoor patio was great and there was a nice large table and grill. The pool was a bit smaller than what we thought, but was still enjoyed. The beach was walking distance and the sunsets are UNBELEIVABLE. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis On The Beach
Loved the place! Loved the Neighborhood! Loved the Beach! This was a wonderful quiet little spot just steps from gorgeous Playa Grande. If you want the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo it's only a quick water taxi away but feels like another world here. Plenty of great places to eat and drink and things to do just steps away but secluded and peaceful if you just want to soak in the pool on a hot day. Catch the extraordinary sunset on the beach and then treat yourself to a fresh fat tuna steak at Cafe Mar Azul! A perfect day!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Food and Beach
Great place, great location, great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended Family Stay
Extended family of 7 enjoyed a week at this beautiful home. The house is everything as advertised. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach, the nearby restaurants and the relaxing pool. The screened in porch was perfect for dinners and breakfasts together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Cameron W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property Wasted due to poor management
House is a great size and layout. neighborhood is fantastic with great proximity to beaches and restaurants, etc. The screen room is particularly uNeful. When in a country like Costa Rica you have to be prepared for bugs and critters. However, it is reasonable to expect efforts to be taken to minimize them. In this case, the property manager does not seem to care in the least. The very first night we killed half a dozen cockroaches and figured out they were coming out of the shower drain. We solved this for the stay by covering the drains when we were not using them which meant we only had a few more to deal with over the stay. A simple stainless steel screen could have been installed. Then we turned off the lights to go to bed but 15 minutes later turned a kitchen light back on there was at least 50 ants crawling all over the counters. We had only just arrived and there was NO food anywhere. We fogged the kitchen with raid but ultimately leaving the lights on in the main areas all night was the only way to control the situation. This took the ants down to a manageable situation. You could also see where the carpenter type ants were eating through doors from the bottom. We also had live crabs and a scorpion to deal with. If this was my house I would be concerned. We checked out 2 days early and advised the property manager. We never received any form of acknowledgement or communication - none. Very unprofessional & in line with the standards we saw in use.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house and location
Perfect house for a small group! Amazing location and the screened in porch was a wonderful feature!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We had a nice stay at Casa Kalumina! House was in perfect location. Easy to get in touch with Shawna and Jorge during our stay for any questions we had. House had all the necessities! Spacious and A/C kept us comfortable during our stay. The outside was well maintained and kids enjoyed the pool which was mainly shaded and perfect for enjoying outside w warm temperatures. Less than 5 min walk to beach! Sunsets on beach were beautiful! We did surf lessons from Playa Grande Surf Camp right next door. We enjoyed the tight knit community and all the restaurants. 3 are in short walking distance and ALL had great food. There was a coffee shop close by as well. Grateful Dead restaurant had live music and was helpful in arranging water taxi to Tamarindo and several excursions. We did private estuary tour, walked around Tamarindo, surf lessons, and 4 person ATV side by side tour to remote beaches while staying at this house! Would highly recommend this house and location!! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great villa with a tropical feel
We were a party of 6 adults and 2 babies and this villa was the perfect fit. It would have been a bit tight for 8 adults as the extra bedroom and bath is very small. The villa was well furnished with comfortable beds and a well equipped kitchen. A lot of our time was spent in the pool and the screened in porch was a life saver. Although only 1 of the 2 fans worked it was a cool retreat from the heat. The location was great, less than a 5 min walk to a beautiful beach. Where we enjoyed sundown most days. About 20 mins walk into tamarindo (using the water taxi or walking across the estuary) and within a 5 min walk to 4 bars and restaurants and a small local grocery store and a couple of surf shops. The couple of bikes provided allowed us to venture a little further into playa granda, which is a 45 min walk. At the time of our visit there was construction at the lot next door and also across the street. They start prompt at 7am and finish around 5, which did spoil our visit somewhat but mike, Nancy and Shawna were upfront about that as soon as they knew it was starting and gave us the option of canceling or a discount. Final mike and Nancy and the property managers, Shawna and her husband, were amazing to deal with. AnswerIng all of our questions promptly and turning up to respond to our few concerns before I even had chance to check my check my phone. All the while, respecting our privacy. Thank you again to Mike and nancy for letting us stay in your property.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Vacation
We loved our stay at this amazing property - it was so spacious for our 2 families of 4. The outdoor eating area, rooftop patio and pool were our favorite places to hang out. And location to the beach and restaurants was unbeatable!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great! Super quick & easy walk to the beach. Our only regret was not renting a car.
It was great! Shawna gets back quickly with any issues or desires and helps set things up for the vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family getaway.
This is a great place for a family getaway. Great location. Private and quiet community. Located so close to the public beach entrance. There are 2 very good restaurants located just steps away. The place is very spacious for a large group. Very clean and modern home. The enclosed patio was so great to hang out in at night - no bugs. The pool was clean and refreshing. The rooftop patio was a great hangout before sunset. The property manager was very attentive to all of our requests. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. We would definitely return to this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie s., Bend, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful house
The property was as described. We had a wonderful stay. There was a total of 9 people in our party (kids aged 11-16 and adults). This house fit all of us perfectly. The screened in porch with a gathering area and large table was our favorite place to hang out when we were at the house. Kids swam in the pool many times. We could easily (within 4 minutes) walk to several places to eat. The only heads up for others to keep in mind is the attached room (4th bedroom). We wanted to put kids in that room, however when you stay in that attached room you are locked out of the main house for the night. We weren't super comfortable with that, so adults stayed in there instead. While it a nice quite room, the bathroom is super small. I was pretty jealous of my kids that had the master suite with a beautiful master bath. But I still can't complain because we were in Costa Rica for vacation!! I just wanted to give others a heads up. We absolutely loved the small beach town of Playa Grande. We made friends with many of locals and will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tehren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house and location!
We loved your house so much. The location was perfect. Close to the beach and close to Playa Mar Azul and Catarana...YUM!! We enjoyed watching the coatamundi camped in the tree by the pool. He really enjoyed our watermelon!! We will be back soon! Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne O., Ely, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay with 5 kids and 4 adults
Great amount of space for two families! Property manager was super helpful and answered every question and set us up with transportation and excursions. Beach was super close and the pool was delightful to retreat back to. Several nice restaurants nearby and a small minimart with essentials. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house in a fantastic location
This beauty house was plenty big for our extended family of 9 people. My two granddaughters especially loved the swimming pool. We loved the screened in patio and sat outside to eat , worked on puzzles, played games, and talked. My husband and I stayed in the guest house and enjoyed a little more privacy. We all went swimming and boogie boarded in the waves. We loved the close proximity to the beach and the restaurants which were a 2 minute walk. The food was excellent In the the two restaurants we dined at. The kitchen was fully equipped with spices and condiments, paper towels and trash bags. They provided beach towels, chairs, and boogie boards. All so helpful for our family vacation. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aaron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply paradise
The location is perfect, if your looking for a place that is remote yet close to all the perfect tiki huts and such, this is the place. Close to the town, yet separated by an estuary... water taxi a short walk away or a hike down the beach. My favorite part of the house is the cabana above the garage. Our kids took surfing lessons from the place next door, by the end of the afternoon they were fully surfing on their own, we did several excursions and had an awesome time. Will rent again and look forward to returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

George R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Palm beach surf trip
Great location. Easy access to Beach and Tamarindo by boat. We had one small issue with Wi-Fi that was quickly corrected. Thanks for the great stay.

10/10 Excellent

Robert H., Grover Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Great place to stay. Owner and property manager had very quick response for any info needed. All fully functional house for large family. Great experience! Thank you from Hernandez Family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Playa Grande
This was a great place to stay in Playa Grande. The house was perfect for our 2 families which included 5 high school/college age boys. The beds were comfortable and there is air conditioning in each bedroom which was great. The screened in porch was amazing. We spent all our time out there playing games and hanging out if we were home. The walk to the beach is short. We boogie boarded out front and the boys drove to opposite end of PG to surf at least once a day. The surf while we were there is definitely better by Rip Jacks. You can park and walk on a short trail to the beach. There was a lot more people down at that end and was about a 5 minute drive. The house has 2 beach cruisers which we enjoyed for a few days until one got a flat tire. We immediately told them, but sadly they didn’t fix it, which was a bummer. We could ride out a path to the estuary and lock bikes up, hop on a shuttle boat and be to Tamarindo in 15 minutes. The moms went over there to learn to surf since waves were better for beginners. Our whole group also went over there for lunch one day and took the Mangrove tour in the estuary another. So the location of the house is great and offers lots of adventures. The pool is very small but was refreshing to jump into after the beach. The upstairs deck over the garage was a nice quiet reprieve with a couple hammocks and a nice breeze. The only time we all went up there was during a thunder storm and we could see the whole storm from there since it is covered, which was thrilling. We cooked several times in the kitchen and it had everything we needed except a wine bottle opener, we were there for a week and the housecleaners came once and washed towels and cleaned, it would have been nice to have her come one more time midweek, but she showed up a second time the night before we left while we were packing so I told her not to bother. Lots of creatures, outside only. Raccoons, a skunk, and lots of crabs which were entertaining. No monkeys on the property, but we did see them several times on our way to the beach. The property has a beautiful garden. Is gated and very safe. We would recommend staying here and to come back. My only thing that would be nice, is some nicer patio furniture, only a small love seat and 2 chairs for our group. We just brought plastic chairs in from pool and used dining chairs that are on patio which was fine. There are a couple restaurants on the block with good food and serv.ice. Pura Vida,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Silvia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place!
La pasamos genial, la casa estaba limpia, cómoda y accesible a todo, excelente lugar!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Antonio H.

Great vacation home
Great house, perfect for our big group of 10 adults, generously furnished with the pool being great, many beds, 3 baths, the screened patio is perfect to chill out, the deck with hammocks was nice to have some coffee later at night. Will definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019