Our 3 days at Casa Kaiki and Playa Avellanas were by far the highlight of our week in Costa Rica. The house, room, and grounds are modern, clean, and perfectly relaxing. Nikki and Scott were bursting with great recommendations, not to mention wonderful breakfasts (homemade smoothies!). I truly look forward to coming back one day, staying at Kaiki and having another sunset cocktail at Lola's. It was a dream.

We had a great stay at Nicole and Scott's place! We stayed two nights. Nicole and Scott were hopeful and provided a yummy breakfast. Definitely need a car to get around though for food and activities.

All great here. Dedicated host team with great vision and tidy functional space in a great location.

Petit paradis perdu aux alentours de playa Avellana. Accueil chaleureux et décontracté. Nous avons adoré l'architecture de la maison moderniste/tropical! En espérant pouvoir en profiter plus longtemps la prochaine fois!

We had a good stay at this airbnb for one night. The room had modern decor and has access to a kitchen. The bed was very comfortable. The location is secluded and quiet if you want to get away from it all. Main restaurant in the area (Lola's) closes shortly after sunset so plan ahead if you want to eat out for dinner. Please also note that it is quite a walk to the beach from here on dirt roads so you will probably want to drive. Also, the breakfast is modest as advertised. The smoothies were delicious! Other than that there was some packaged bread, hard boiled eggs and cucumber and tomatoes.

LOVED our stay at Casa Kaiki. Our hosts Nicky and Scott went way beyond to make sure we were comfortable and knowledgeable. The breakfasts were perfect with fruit and banana bread. You definitely need a car to stay here. Nickys directions were excellent and very necessary! Good luck finding it on your own. We had access to a full kitchen for evenings we didn't want to go out for dinner. Everything in the room was spotless. Great a/c. Don't forget to eat at the Beach Box... Our favorite neighborhood restaurant especially fish tacos. Loved having them share their dream with us.

Casa Kaiki is a comfortable place to stay, about a 90 minute drive from the Liberia Airport. We heard howler monkeys and birds in the morning, which was very fun. The road to Casa Kaiki is a bit rough, and I wouldn't recommend it without a 4x4. Also, roads between Liberia and Casa Kaiki are unclear, and I would 100% recommend getting an international phone plan before coming and using the Waze app to get around. It will end up being cheaper than paying for the Car Rental agency GPS and more accurate. Nicole provided a simple and tasty breakfast of coffee, fruit, banana bread, and hard boiled eggs (with more eggs to cook if desired.) There is a full kitchen with fridge if you want to bring your own groceries. The nearest grocery stores and variety of restaurants are about 30 min away, so come prepared.

Excelente lugar, vayan en carro para desplazarse, cuartos bien cuidados, aire acondicionado muy bueno, cocina compartida pero genial el respeto y el desayuno ofrecido, atención rápida y precisa

The Villas were a perfect place to relax. It is a quiet spot, close to the beach and a small store. Beds are very comortable, as well as the hammocks outside. Highly recommend staying here.

This place is really cool and off the beaten path, just what we wanted. Chilling on patio during a rain storm is great or sipping morning coffee listening to the howler monkeys just over your head. Loved being able to surf at Lola's and little Hawaii. Plus Playa Negra is just 5 minutes away by car for a great rock reef long wave.

Great and fast communication, very helpful with the local things to do and see

Great place with easy access to the beach and nearby restraunt. The villa is weak on wifi and the couch feels like concrete. But otherwife beautiful building and a great scenic getaway from the rest of the town. Every villa has hammacks and a porch with a clean picnic table. Neighbors are friendly and buildings are constructed very uniquely. We enjoyed it for the most part. Kaitlyn is very friendly with helping you reserve the room.

The villa is wonderful, secluded, and very comfortable. It was ideal for a family, couple or anyone wanting seclusion and also community and wildlife and nature. A longer walk to beach is what you should expect, it takes about 35 minutes but is well worth it!!

Great place to get away! Very Tranquil We stayed the whole month and walked everywhere. The roads were dusty due to dry season, but we loved it. 15-20 min walk to Beach and another 5 mins gets you to Lola's. Not the usual vacation if you're a Hotel vacationer, but perfect if your looking to get back to real life and love of disconnecting from the modern world.

We cannot say enough GREAT things about this space. If you are looking for a private and quiet space (bar the monkeys) than this is it! The hosts were communicative, throughout our last minute booking, our reception was warm, and the cabin was within walking distance of the beach. We appreciated the hosts suggestions for restaurants and places to grab fresh food. Pura Vida!

Host was very friendly also very knowledgeable about where to go and what to do gave great recommendations on local food as well as helped us make appointments for different activities home was very clean and very nice overall great place and even better host

Our hosts were very welcoming and hospitable. They answered all our questions about the area and gave us helpful advice on places to go. The villas are very comfortable and clean. And the architecture is very cool. The location was excellent and very close to our favorite beach in the area.

The villas were cute and really clean. They were in walking distance to several restaurants and the beach. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it to friends and family.

El sitio es maravilloso, plena naturaleza y todos los servicios estupendos así como la limpieza. Recomendable a todo el mundo

These villas are wonderful! They are quaintly set amidst the beautiful flora and fauna of avellanas with good space between each cabin. The interiors are super cute and well designed and the location is great for both Playa Negra and Avellanas. The owners were wonderful, very accommodating and worked with us on arrival which occurred when they were out of town. The unit was, clean, nicely kept and comfortable. There were a few bugs here and there but that is to be expected during rainy season in Avellanas. I will definitely stay here again, I would live here if I could!

My wife, son, and I really enjoyed our stay with Robert. He was there to greet us when we arrived and spent plenty of time showing us our quarters and hanging out to discuss the nearby surf breaks. Everything was very transparent and straightforward, and the place was exactly as I expected. I love staying at places like this as you get true local knowledge instead of the standard tourist treatment. The place is as convenient as it gets for the Avellanas surf breaks. While the usual beach access trail was inundated at the time of our visit other nearby options were fine. I would definitely stay there again.

we paid for a room that was advertised as three beds but it was just one large bed and one small one

Amazing place! perfect for exploring the area. The nearest beach is just a short drive away. Very peaceful, clean, with everything you need. The host was very helpful and gave us really good suggestions as to what to do while in the area.

una muy buena opción para hospedarse, cerca de la playa!!! Y un cálido trato!!!

I've used airbnb for 5 or so years now - and this was one of my best airbnb experience to date. Ben is an awesome individual - warm and welcoming to his home. When my sandals got lost at the beach - Ben literally gave me a pair of his. That's the kind of generous person he is! It's a beautiful 10 minute walk through mangroves to the beach and a large beach break for all surfing abilities. I also highly reccomend renting boards and taking a lesson from Ben. He has a great quiver and was able to really help me with surfing fundamentals. The accommodation is simple but has everything you need and is well priced. He also has larger places that could work for a couple. I had a really wonderful week with Ben and can't wait to go back!

Benny is a lovely host. He gave us perfect guidings when we got lost. After our arrival he shared with us all his insides about the beaches and restaurants around. He was a perfect host who also offered to help us during the whole Costa Rica trip. If you want to learn surfing - he is your man :)

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We enjoyed our stay at Finca Shambala - we would definitely stay there again. The proximity to a nice secluded beach is what we enjoyed the most, and it is conveniently located between Playa Negra and Tamarindo. Isabelle was an attentive hostess who made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. From the property photos and description, we were expecting it to be an operating equestrian center, but there are no horses on the property (although Isa did offer us horseback riding lessons at another location where her horses are currently being held.) One of the reasons this property appealed to us was because we thought it was an operational farm with horses, so I was a bit disappointed when we arrived and found out that wasn't the case. But I am still glad that we chose Finca Shambala, and we would certainly stay there again.

La casa es fresca, cómoda y muy tranquila. Realmente no es necesario el aire acondicionado. La cocina tiene todo lo necesario para cocinar, las camas son cómodas y confortables. La terraza es lo mejor de todo, con una espectacular hamaca, ideal para descansar. Playa Lagartillos está a un kilómetro aproximadamente y es muy bonita, solitaria y tranquila. No tuvimos oportunidad de ver a Isa porque estuvimos todo el tiempo en la playa, pero estuvo pendiente de nosotros durante toda la estadía. Volvería sin dudarlo.

We had a wonderful stay at Finca Shambalah. I loved waking up to the sound of howler monkeys, and watching the sunset from the pool each evening.

Ma femme, mes 2 filles de 14 ans et moi avons adoré! Isabelle est super Gentille et Dynamique! La maison est très propre, jolie et très calme! Une bonne voiture (4X4) est nécessaire si on veut aller à la plage ou même faire les courses car il n'y a rien à proximité (10 km) . Équitation : C'était l'une des raisons de notre choix pour cette résidence. Étant donné que les chevaux d'Isabelle n'étaient pas sur le site. Nous avons fait une balade($) -guidée par elle - dans un autre ranch très charmant aussi. Isabelle a été à notre écoute, une très bonne hôte et je recommande cet endroit aux amoureux(ses) de la nature, de la faune et de la flore costaricaine! Gill

Everything she wrote is 100 percent true! it was a dream to stay here and we had a lovely time. She is warm, friendly, outgoing and willing to help. We wish we could have stayed longer and had more time. It was for sure a highlight of our trip and will not be forgotten.

I loved everything about staying here. It is a very charming place to stay. I loved waking up to the horses and the Howler monkeys. The wind blows through the house nicely. We where always comfortable and relaxed here. Our host Isabelle was always there for us, if we had any questions about things to do in the area or any questions about the property. She is very lovely. The property is beautiful. The neighbourhood is amazing. There are a lot of beaches from 5-20 minutes away. Our favourite spot was Lola's, a very beautiful beach with a restaurant/bar. The people there are really kind. The people everywhere are incredibly kind. Don't worry about getting lost because there is always someone in the area very willing to help you get home!! We had a magical time at Finca Shambala!!!!

From the moment we booked our trip, Isabelle went out of her way to make us feel welcome. We stayed at Finca Shambalah for 31 days and had a wonderful time. The property is lush, green, and full of life. Every morning the horses were outside grazing by the house and sometimes we would get a special visit from the Howler monkeys. The house itself is as described. You truly do not need air conditioning. There seems to be a breeze from every direction. We enjoyed getting to know some of the workers on the property. Franklin, Bernabè, and Justo were amazingly kind and accommodating. The closest beach is a five minute drive and is usually completely private. There is a restaurant nearby, Kontiki, that serves amazing pizzas. It's definitely worth a visit. Overall, we felt extremely grateful for the chance to stay at Sol y Luna. We made some great friends and memories here and would love to come back one day. If you have the opportunity to stay here- go for it! It's a true Costa Rican adventure. Pura Vida.

Isabelle and her property offer a great experience of living on a horse ranch in beautiful Playa Avellanas area rather than just an accommodation. For our family with three elementary school kids, highlights of the stay were kids' taking horseback riding lessons and riding horses on the beautiful beach nearby. Isabelle really puts her heart into teaching kids how to interact with and ride horses. Highly recommend taking her classes! Another highlight was the ranch and the house themselves. They offer you as much solitude as you can take while being a reasonable distance from restaurants and attractions in Playa Avellanas (5min), Playa Negra (10 min) or even Tamarindo (30 min). At night, it felt like we live on our own planet, in a way. The property is less than 5 min by car from the nearest beach, which also is usually very secluded. Sometimes we had a vast stretch of it to ourselves. Great surfing spot too. We also very much enjoyed the swimming pool that is a part of the main house on the property. It's very much worth checking with Isabelle whether the pool can be available to you. As noted by others, the house does not have AC, but ventilation and shower help with dealing with heat. Isabelle's staff has also been very kind and good to us, - particularly we interacted with Paula and Benave. Overall, I very much recommend her place to travelers looking to experience authentic ranch living close to great beaches in Costa Rica.

We stayed 4 nights in Andre & Rita's villa. It's an amazing place, close to the beach and Lola's (pizza margarita, ceviche, mmm!). We really loved the swimming pool and hammock area. Sometimes the howler monkeys paid us a visit and we saw lots of birds! The kitchen has everything you need and the beds are super comfy. Unfortunately we didn't meet the hosts but Fabrice took over and did a good job, he responded quickly to our questions. The first day of our stay Andre & Rita even send us a message to ask everything was ok. Would stay here again!

We had a great time in Andre and Rita's house. My only regret is that I wish we would have stayed longer. The house is located about 10-15min walk from playa avellanas which is great for surfing and has an awesome restaurant with Lola's. This is a perfect choice is you don't want to stay in Tamarindo and stay in a more remote yet still accessible location.

Great house in a fantastic location. Not the easiest to find, but once you do, it is a hidden gem. They gave us very specific directions and met us at the gate when we got there. Totally worth the effort. Lots to do in the area, and Andre and Rita were wonderful about giving suggestions of places to eat, etc. The pool was amazing and they came to clean it daily. A private oasis (with a lot of wildlife surrounding it) in the middle of the jungle. Short walk to a magnificent beach and great food at Lola's. I would recommend it to everyone.

Staying at Casa Sabura is the definition of what a vacation should be. Beach vacation staying in a house in the wilderness. Waking up to monkeys in the trees, massive iguanas in the yard (don’t worry - they’re vegetarian), and nothing but sounds of birds and nature. I loved staying there so much, I really never wanted to leave. I stayed at Casa Sabura with two friends – three girls, all 30 years old. The house was big enough to comfortably fit 6. To get to Casa Sabura, it’s about an hour from Liberia airport. We didn’t rent a car and didn’t feel like we needed one. We used a bus in the parking lot of Lola’s to get into Tamarindo when we wanted to go into the city. The staff at Lola’s helped us get a cab as well. We were VERY happy to be staying at Avellanas over Tamarindo. It felt like an authentic experience. Tamarindo was way too touristy with too many people. This all depends on the type of vacation you’re looking for. Playa Avellanas beach is fantastic, and as everyone has said, a 10-15 minute walk from the house. The first day we thought the walk was long but in the next few days after acclimating to the pura vida/Costa Rica lifestyle, we wound up really enjoying the walk from the house to the beach. It’s peaceful and a mini-adventure. The house didn’t have beach towels or chairs, but you don’t really need them. Lola’s is located directly at the entrance to the beach – which was great for us in finding cabs, using restrooms, lunch, drinks, etc. The food was delicious and all of their drinks are made with fresh fruit – do it. They close early though, right around sunset so plan accordingly. A fruit truck came to the Lola’s parking lot every morning. Beachbox burritos were godly - right next door to Lola’s. The combination of Playa Avellanas beach, Lola’s, Beachbox, and Casa Sabura is what I would expect heaven to be like. The sunsets at the beach are other-worldly. We made it a point to stay at the beach every day until the sunset. The house isn’t very close to a market but that didn't matter. We stopped at a supermercado on the way from the airport to the house, near Tamarindo, where we stocked up on food for our stay. The kitchen had pots/pans/plates/wine glasses, with fridge/freezer/stove no dishwasher and no washer/dryer likely because water during the dry season is limited. We used the AC at night. Andre and Rita were great hosts and helped us out through the trip. I would love to stay at Casa Sabura again.

Andre and Rita´s villa is incredibly beautiful and well situated close to the beach and Lolas restaurant. We greatly appreciated the pool when returning to the house after a long day in the ocean or a jungle excursion. We made good use of the hamacs and outdoor dining area for Bbq and yoga sessions. We enjoyed the sounds and sights of the jungle: iguanas, hurling monkeys...We were very greatful for the good advises offered by Fabrice regarding restaurants, beaches and excursions. Finally, the daijy visits by the gardener assured us the use of a clean pool and outside facilities. We highly recommend the Casa Sabura for a very peaceful stay in Costa rica!

Casa Sabura and Avellanas are truly a unique and wonderful experience. Be ready for very rough roads and howling monkeys who like to wake you up early! We started our first ever Costa Rica trip here, and found that it was a wonderful place to decompress for a few days before moving on to more activity.

I loved the style of the house. It's exactly what I wanted for our first visit to Costa Rica. Conveniently located to Playa Avellanas, a beautiful beach. A/C worked well. The private dinner & photos were a great way to end the week. Andre & Rita are incredibly hospitable and talented. I would only recommend mentioning that the beach can't really be walked to in the description because of the dusty roads.

The experience was excellent! I would recommend anyone stay there while in Costa Rica! Our hosts were fantastic. Very responsive and very helpful!

Beautiful home, just like the pictures. You do need a car to get everywhere but the place was amazing

Costa Rica es el país mas hermoso del mundo y Playa Avellanas sin duda alguna de los mejores lugares por visitar.

La casa es hermosa, nuestra estadía estuvo muy bien, mis hijos encantados con la piscina, tranquilo. Dos puntos a tomar en cuenta, la calle para llegar a la playa no esta asfaltada y los comercios son pocos

Avellanas es un lugar precioso! NO es el lugar más típico visitado por los turistas ni tampoco el que ofrecen las agencias de viajes, pero SI el lugar de playas preciosas SIN hoteles gigantescos! Si es su primera vez en CR, visite Avellanas y Playa Negra! Este lugar (Beach Walk), está super bien ubicado! Si quiere conocer verdedaderamente este país, contacte a Pargos Adventures!

Blanca was a wonderful host and communicated very well from afar. Omar was the onsite coordinator and he was a gem. The beach was a good ten minute walk with a river and some mangroves in the way. Not really a 5 minute walk to the beach. If you are a surfer, the beach "trail" takes you to the break at the Estuary and Little Hawaii is just north of the river. The place was immaculate! Brand new, well stocked, with solid AC and great vibe. The pool was cool but had lots of bees due to the fact that it's very dry and the bees come for fresh water. We didn't use the grill and picnic area but that was beautiful. There were scorpions around but you will find that in ANY place in Costa Rica. I've stayed in $25 a night places with none and $150 a night and we've had them. They are everywhere in this region and it's part of life. If you can't handle that, stay in good ol 'Merica. The place has accordion doors in the front which let you open up the entire place and it's awesome. I would definitely stay here again. In fact, we may try to stay here again very soon if it's not booked up. Very well priced for what you get. We felt safe and secure. Looks like they are improving it and making it even more secure. Do it!

We really enjoyed our stay at beach walk. It was just what we were looking for, very peaceful and quiet. It was perfect for a weekend getaway with girlfriends. We would have liked a few conveniences, such as coffee filters and garbage bags, to have been provided. We enjoyed the pool and the beach was just a short drive down the road. Avellenas was beautiful and we had a wonderful stay at beach walk!

La casa está en perfecto estado y se pasan unos días magníficos, habitaciones muy confortables, cocina equipada con todo lo necesario y una zona de estar perfecta... La piscina y zona bbq muy agradable y don Omar muy colaborador y atento en todo momento. El camino para llegar a la casa es en lastre, y en algunos tramos en muy mal estado por lo que es recomendable no utilizar sedanes y manejar muy cuidadosamente. Además, por la zona es importante tomar en cuenta que hay muchos insectos, nosotros tuvimos la visita de dos alacranes, así que hay que estar alerta.... Hay playas maravillosas a poca distancia que valen la pena visitar y el general un lugar recomendadisimo para visitar.

Beachwalk Homes was a delightful, intimate community home. The house is modern, looks exactly like the pictures, and is located perfectly with walking distance to local restaurants, Lola's beach, and markets. The community pool and BBQ area were always kept clean and usable. It made for perfect hang-out time with my friends and I after a long day at the beach or touring around Tamarindo. During my stay there, we neighbored travelers from Florida and Canada who were extremely friendly and a joy to be around. The Beachwalk Homes was a bit hard to find, as many things in Costa Rica, but I advise to keep a look out for a stonewall or small wooden sign with the words "Beachwalk" on it to your right as you get closer to your destination. The most helpful way of getting there is by using the SmartPhone App 'WAZE'. The home was beautiful, Blanda was a pleasure to communicate with, and Omar was helpful in giving us recommendations for outings. The community guard dog, Lulu, was such a sweetheart! She even walked us to and from a local bar. My peers and I definitely recommend this house to anyone traveling to Guanacaste. The home is located perfectly: near Tamarindo, beaches, restaurants, and supermarkets. The house is modern, well-equipped with appliances, and comfortable for families and friends.

Our stay was wonderful. Nicole was extremely helpful to us. Great location and highly recommended.

Great place to stay! Easy walk to the beach and surf shops. You can tell a lot of work went into making it a nice place to stay, the whole place has a lot of amenities and is designed for its environment - the rooms are safe from critters, clean and modern. Great in-room bathrooms and closets, huge shared kitchen, and the hosts are really nice - they got up before dawn to put the coffee on for us before we left for an early flight, so basically super heroes. Bring a 4wd car and some headlamps (like all of the CR coast).

Fully recommended. Quiet, relaxed, private rooms, very clean, and friendly hosts. 10 min walk to the beach.

This was a great space! Very accommodating and comfortable. They had great suggestions for the area and were very friendly. Would recommend to anyone, especially if you're looking for a nice space in a relaxing area outside of the tourist bustle.

We had such a wonderful stay at Casa Kaiki. It is close to Tamarindo and many beach areas but in a quiet, calm, almost isolated location that allows you to hear the monkeys howl and enjoy the natural beauty of this area. The rooms are lovely and clean and Nicole and Scott were so attentive to our needs (our A/C broke and they were so good about warning us and getting it fixed as quickly as possible). The breakfast each day was just perfect and fresh, and included some delicious granola that I believe was homemade. It is just a 15 minute walk to the beach. My friend and I have nothing but good things to say about Casa Kaiki and would recommend it to anyone!

We stayed for only one night and afterwards we wished we could have spent some more time at this lovely place! Nicky and Scott are very friendly and gave us some good and helpful advises. We felt very comfortable!

Hands down the greatest, and nicest two hosts you will find. They have an amazing Bed and Breakfast, which gives each guest privacy, yet access to their beautiful property. Its walking distance to the boardwalk leading to Playa Avellanas, and off the main road on a quiet side street. If your looking for a peace of paradise in nature, close to the ocean this place is for you. We will be back again for sure!!

This is the place for you if you want a secluded, well managed, place to stay within walking distance to the beach via the Boardwalk of Playa Avellanas. The hosts are very welcoming, friendly, and take great pride in making the stay for their guests comfortable and enjoyable. Offering a healthy breakfast each morning, and cozy clean rooms it is one of our favourite places to stay in Avellana. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants to escape the hustle and bustle and have a relaxing, and peaceful vacation, close to some of the best waves in Costa Rica. We loved it so much we came back for 2 additional nights at the end of our Costa Rican vacation.

Nuestra estadía en Randy's House fue increíble. La casa está muy bien ubicada, a menos de 10 minutos de playa Avellanas, queda en una propiedad rodeada de árboles y naturaleza, bastante relajante, además cumple con todo lo que está descrito en el anuncio. Aci y nuestro Host Gustavo fueron muy amables desde que se hizo la reservación. Gustavo estuvo muy pendiente de cualquier necesidad o consulta que tuviéramos y de hacernos sentir muy cómodos. Definitivamente volveremos y recomendamos la estadía.

Fantastic spacious villa tucked into the trees about a mile from the beach. Extremely hospitable hosts and great town!

My wife and our 3 adult kids spent a wonderful week at Casa Randy in December 2016. We were purposefully looking for a unique local experience instead of the comforts of resort style tourist amenities. As far as location, the house is located about a 15 minute walk inland from the main entry to Playa Avellanas beach. This worked out fine with older kids because we did not need to cart much in the way of beach accessories. This is a very popular beach for surfers and those who spend the day around Lolas restaurant. The ocean conditions are great for swimming and lots of fun people watching. We visited during the busy Holiday season and found it best to arrive early to find the shady spots. Otherwise, bring the umbrella provided at the house. The location worked out ideally for our family and the walk to and from the beach was lovely and added to the local experience and we were able to see several monkeys on the walk. As far as the house goes, it is situated on a beautiful lot with many shade trees and the 3 hammocks on the decks are a wonderful way to enjoy the early morning breeze or the sounds of local wildlife after a hot day. Overall, the main floor interior of the house seems designed for open community living. The kitchen is set up with older appliances and an industrial stove top. The sink and counters are made of formed concrete with a true rustic feel. One consideration for food storage is bringing ziplock bags since cupboard space is limited. The photos accurately depict the current state of the kitchen and main floor. The extended eaves and roof line are designed to provide maximum deck and indoor shade for comfort on the main level. The main floor stays cool without the natural light. The main floor bath is likewise industrial with concrete double shower with an appealing funkiness to it but certainly rustic as well. The entirety of the house is concrete floors with no rugs which highlights the ranch style surfer appeal and easy cleanup of sand. The upstairs main bedroom is a light and bright comfortable oasis and the ceiling fans throughout the house are wonderful. The upstairs is designed as an open concept bedroom and bathroom exactly as the photos depict. It is very important to appreciate that the entire Guanacaste region has a diminished natural water table issue, therefore limited water use is exceptionally important to bear in mind out of respect for the local farmers. Water pressure therefore varies depending on the time of day. Very importantly, our host Aci was wonderful to deal with and very responsive and accommodating to our needs before and during our visit. Likewise, we were so warmly and personally greeted by Gustavo who introduced us to the house and gave us a wonderful orientation of the local restaurants and beaches. Gustavo is a surf photographer and organic farmer who lives...

If you really don't like spiders I would say don't stay at this place. Otherwise it's a pretty nice place to be. About a 15-20 minute walk down a dirt and gravel road to get to the beach. We were greeted by Marvin who lives on the property with his family and appears to be in charge of upkeep of the property. He speaks very little English but is very good at showing you around the place and is easily accessible when help is needed. There was fresh fruit for us when we arrived and all the necessities for living during our 3 night stay. We had to catch and release multiple big spiders during our stay which turned some of our group off. Overall Casa Randy was a nice place and the pictures do a good job at showcasing it.

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The home is lovely. Great for beach goers - with concrete floors you don't need to worry with wet & sand! The hosts could not have been more accomodating & welcoming. This is a VERY remote location - great for surfers or those who want to be off the grid for a few days. During rainy season, you need an SUV at least (preferrably 4X4).

Muy buena atención, siempre estuvieron pendientes de nosotros y de nuestras necesidades... El lugar es muy tranquilo, rodeado de la naturaleza y a pocos minutos de la playa avellanas. La casa es bastante cómoda y tiene todo lo que necesitas para tu estadía

Aci (and Gustavo) made us feel very welcome and were always available to help with questions. The house is very safe as Marvin and his family live next door and we're very friendly. Our kids had a great time with all the wildlife there.. and the surf was great and varied.. Just very hot!

Amazing stay in Francisco house! You need a 4x4 (which I recommend anyway for all Costa Rica) and the location worths it : living space is in the upper level from where you live like in trees and enjoy a panoramic view. It s a charming house where you feel good and relax immediately. We planed to stay 3 nights but we finally stayed 8. We went daily to Avellanas and Negra beaches to chill out and practice surfing with kids (great safe waves to start). A word about Francisco : great host, easy going and always available to share advices if you need it.

We had a very nice experience staying at Francisco's treetop home. The views were spectacular! The home is very secluded and peaceful all you can hear are monkeys and the wilderness. Francisco was awesome. He truly understands hospitality and went out of his way to help us and make us feel comfortable. His house is located on a very rugged private rode that required a 4x4. Francisco recommended the 4x4 which we did not do and soon regretted, even with our mistake, Francisco made trips to pick us up and take us to the home when needed. We rate the experience 5 out of 5 stars. Re one faction for travelers: Get 4x4

This place was perfect - if you are looking for a secluded spot with amazing views surrounded by wildlife, you will love this place. It is not easy to get to, but Francisco made sure to meet us on our schedule and escort us directly to the house. It is a 15 minute drive up a dirt path from the main road to the house, then 15 minutes from there to avellana and tamarindo. Would definitely recommend picking up groceries and taking advantage of the bbq and outdoor kitchen.

At the end of a road, in the middle of the jungle, at the top of a mountain yet only 20 minutes from down town Tamarindo and several beautiful beaches is this unique once in a life time amazing location! No neighbors in sight and no sounds except monkeys, crickets and birds. This beautiful rain forest is immensely detoxing and nourishing. I stayed for 6 weeks and was in awe each day of the many sacred gifts of this location. I had a 4 mile loop that I ran at sunrise. Some days I switched up the running by driving to Avenalla's beach. I worked, ate, meditated and relaxed on the deck. As there are several electrical outlets on the deck I could set up my laptop anywhere. Even in heavy rain it is lovely to sit on the covered deck and take in the endless beauty. I loved the option of showering outdoors. A couple of very nice touches was that the house manager Francisco keeps yoga mats in the house for guest use. He also keeps beach chairs and a cooler and ice blocks available. I used them fir bringing breakfast to enjoy after my morning runs at the beach. Francisco is an incredibly kind and generous host. Always available when I had a question or needed something. Like when I unexpectedly needed a specific medication he found a pharmacy which had it, or when I was out driving and got lost he always picked up the phone and gave me proper directions. I am forever grateful to this house, the jungle and Francisco.

Casa Natura was nothing short of amazing! Views were breathtaking, the house was really cool and Francisco the host was absolutely lovely. Couldn't be happier. Perfect place to bring in the Nee Year

Francisco was a great host. He was accomodating and informative even before we made our reservation. Upon our arrival, he met us at a local grocery store to lead us to the house. The house was as described. The location is definitely off the beaten path, and requires an adventurous drive. Francisco suggests a 4-wheel drive vehicle, and this is a good suggestion. The view from the house is incredible, and the sunsets are spectacular. It is about a 20-25 minute drive to the closest beach. The kitchen has everything you need. It is on the outside of the house, but this was not a problem. Not having air conditioning was not a problem, as with the windows open, the breeze was plenty to make us feel cool. An added bonus was our 6am wake up one morning from a howler monkey in a tree just outside our window! If you are wanting a nature filled, adventurous and rustic experience, this is the place!

Awesome experience. This place may not be for everyone, but perfect for those who want a great Costa Rican experience. Access to the property is 10 minutes up a dirt road, but then you are 10 minutes away from everything, in the middle of your own private forest. Francisco was awesome, assisting with all our needs, especially during craziness of new years eve in Tamarindo. Thanks Fransisco!

This was a nice place. Miguel was a great host - very friendly. The beach and lola's restaurant are approximately 5 minutes by car. Great surfing on this beach.

Nice little house in Avellanas close to the beach; by car 2 min. House is very cosy and clean. Miguel the host is extremely friendly and helpful. I can strongly recommend this place.

Nice little one bedroom house on fenced in property. AC worked well and the kitchen was very good for the price. Water is in very short supply around avellanas, I believe the water supply for this property is two, 1000 liter tanks. We ran out of water during our stay, but Miguel was quick to respond and sent someone out to refill the tanks. The only complaint I have is that the location shown on Airbnb's map is not the actual location; the real location is about 1 mile southeast of the spot shown on the map. We were initially a little bummed about that, but the actual spot is a 2 min drive or 15 min walk to the beach, so not too bad. Overall I recommend this place.

Great location, close to nice beaches that aren't as populated as Tamarindo. Robert and Isabel are kind hosts and take great care for their property. If you want to see monkeys, you can usually spot them in the trees just outside.

I had a great stay at Las Avellanas Villas. The villas look just like they do in the photographs. Robert and Isabel were very helpful. The beach, with good surfing is within walking distance. Overall it is a great spot, especially if you are looking for peace and quiet.

Minutes drive from playa Avellanas (about 10/15 min walk). Villas are as advertised. Check in/out process was easy and hosts very accessible and accommodating.

Proximité de la plage, magnifique pour Surfer

The place is beautiful! Perfect for a couple traveling in Costa rica. Everything was incredibly clean and modern. Super close to the beach and a lovely little Italian restaurant. Highly recommend

We had a great stay in Avellanas. The villas are clean, modern bungalows just a stone's throw from the wonderful Playa Avellanas. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.

This is a great spot. The cabins have all you need. Spent our time either on the deck or sleeping so the inside seating was for dumping stuff. A number of great restaurants nearby and the beach was great. We don't surf but rented bogie boards for the day and had a blast. If you're looking for a great spot, don't mind driving to places and like being close to nature this is the spot. Host is very friendly and always available for any and all questions. Place is clean and there is housekeeping almost daily.

Très bien situées à Avellanas, mais néanmoins, il vaut mieux avoir une voiture pour aller à la plage. Les petites routes en terre soulèvent des nuages de poussière qui envahit tout. Isabel et Roger, les proprios sont très aimables tous les deux. A mon arrivée, j'étais assez déçu par l'endroit, il y avait une fine couche de poussière, le sol est revêtu d'un mélange de peinture noire et brune écaillée par endroit qui donne une mauvaise impression, de même que la douche qui a l'air vétuste. Les plaques de la cuisine semblent avoir trop vécu. Néanmoins, l'espace est agréable, et Roger a fait repasser la femme d'ouvrage pour mieux nettoyer. Je me suis habitué à l'endroit. Cela devrait être idéal,pour des surfers. Au final, j'ai passé un excellent séjour, mais c'est un peu cher pour un endroit qui mériterait un bon rafraîchissement.

We had great time in Bennys house. Location is excellent, wallking distance to the beach. Benny is very nice and willing to assist you with anything.