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Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms

Villa Mirador is one of 7 homes in the gated community of Samara Reefs, just 10 minutes outside of Samara's town-center. At Mirador, you get the best of all worlds: a luxurious 4-bdrm villa surrounded by natural jungle and breath-taking ocean views from your deck. You get BOTH sun-rises and sun-sets, you get to soak in your own salt-water pool and enjoy almost complete privacy. Gardens, flowers and trees surround the house and, if you watch carefully, you'll see and hear howler monkeys and see scarlet macaws (the really colorful parrots) flying overhead. From Samara Reefs, it is an easy 10 minute drive to two of Costa Rica's best beaches: Playa Samara and Playa Carrillo. And it's a quick drive into Samara where you can enjoy shopping in cute tourist stores and sample a huge variety of world-class restaurants, including Italian, Mexican, Spanish, Thai. The restaurant variety is superb.
The house has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a large open-concept kitchen, indoor dining AND outdoor dining, a barbecue on the deck, and a large indoor space that can accommodate a large group. The house was designed by award-winning Architect, Karin Nagel - she designed the house to take full advantage of the HUGE stunning ocean view. Everything about its design is well-thought-out and there is great flow from room to room. Two double-wide glass folding doors open up to take full advantage of the gorgeous view of Samara Beach. The large deck has glass railings so nothing gets in the way of your gorgeous panoramic view. The waters of Playa Samara provide some of the country's safest swimming due to its off-shore reefs. The reefs break up any big waves that roll in so when they reach the shore, they are just gentle waves.

Located on the same hillside as the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, the entire area around Samara Reefs feels like a nature reserve. Regular visitors to neighbouring trees include 20 varieties of birds including scarlet macaws, parrots, and parakeets, iguanas, as well as several families of howler monkeys (who thankfully are very shy and stay up in the trees). Dotted throughout the property are lemon trees, starfruit trees, and gorgeous tropical shrubs and flowers.
“Mirador” is Spanish for "viewpoint" or a look-out point. Situated 125 feet above sea level, there are gorgeous views in ALL directions.

Inside Villa Mirador there are vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, natural rock and hardwood flooring, carved exotic hardwood doors, a large gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wine-fridge, a butler's pantry, and a handy walk-in air-conditioned pantry for food storage. There is a large living room, indoor dining room, as well as a huge upper outdoor deck with outdoor dining tables. There is a beautiful barbecue/outdoor kitchen area and two outdoor showers. Every amenity you could wish for. Out every window you'll enjoy stunning panoramic ocean or jungle views. Plus, you will have the privacy of your own infinity edge salt-water swimming pool, complete with a refreshing outdoor shower, lounge chairs, umbrella, beach towels, and a huge sundeck!

The house has 2 king-size bedroom suites with ensuite bathrooms which are perfect for 2 couples. The other two bedrooms are smaller and share a bathroom. This works well for 3 couples, extended families or 2 couples with kids.

Villa Mirador is, in every way, a perfect “getaway”. It is located at the very end of the Samara Reefs driveway so you will see no cars pass by and no other people (other than the caretakers and neighbours in Samara Reefs) … just complete privacy and tranquility.
At Villa Mirador, what you WILL hear is the soothing sound of ocean surf, the sounds of various songbirds, and, from time to time, the hooting of several families of monkeys (Mantled Howler Monkeys) - many which are visible from your lounge chair on your deck or from their favourite trees, just outside the front door.
The Werner Sauter Biological Reserve is located on the hillside behind the house. It is a 340-acre Nature Reserve that had formerly been a family farm. Now it is a nature reserve with guided hikes; it is home to 300 species of birds, howler monkeys, porcupines, coatimundi, armadillos, etc.

For those who might enjoy walking to town, Samara Reefs is close to a beach-front trail where you can easily walk to town in 25 minutes. The path goes past various hotels and restaurants, is nicely shaded and easy to walk.

What sets Villa Mirador apart from the other 6 Samara Reefs houses is its very private location and lack of car-traffic. Because it is situated a bit lower on the hillside, you are eye-to-eye with the beautiful green mature jungle canopy native to this dry tropical rainforest. The huge trees, which you can practically touch from the kitchen sundeck, add to the feeling of serenity and beauty. This piece of preserved jungle canopy, which stretches down hundreds of yards towards Samara beach, is something you would only expect to find off "the beaten path".

Samara has been described as "a small funky beach-town" but it has a SURPRISINGLY LARGE number of activities available. There are surfing lessons, boogie-boarding, stand-up paddle boarding, you can rent Quads or ATVs and go explore neighbouring beaches, you can rent bicycles, book a fishing charter in Carrillo and go catch dorado, ahi tuna, sailfish, marlin ... as well as see thousands of porpoises or perhaps whales! Or go for a guided nature hike with Samara Trails, go zip-lining with the wonderful guides from WingNuts Canopy Tours, all highly rated. Ask Brenda at the Samara Info Center for her recommendations and check out her website.

When you arrive at Samara Reefs gated entrance, you will be greeted by our Samara Reefs Administrator, Daniel Quiros. He will show you how everything works in the house: the telephone, the alarm system, the room safe, the pool controls, etc. If you need any assistance with anything to do with the house, the pool, or the remote-controlled security gate, he will be able to help you.

Because of its convenient location, having a car is optional. Taxis are cheap and plentiful; a taxi ride from the town-center to your doorstep is just $5. Pick up some delicious Nicaraguan Tomahawk steaks and cook them at home in this barbecue-dream-location. The hardest decision you might have all day is whether to have the amazing Spaghetti Vongole at Gusto Beach, mouth-watering Argentinian outdoor grilled entrees from the ultra-romantic El Lagarto, seafood pasta from the #1 local's favourite, Casa Esmeralda, wood-grilled steak at El Colibri Steak House, or traditional whole fried fish at beach-front El Ancla.
In the town center you will find several very good grocery stores, a fresh and very well-stocked produce store called Dona Lechuga, 2 ATMs, the very helpful Samara Info Center, several bakeries, excellent beach-front surf schools, a scuba dive shop, unique jewelry stores, a large and very popular organic grocery store, and fresh fish from the Saturday Farmer’s Market.
Pura Vida - ENJOY!

Property manager

Mary-Ellen Meyers, Vancouver, Canada

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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 accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking 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

  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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
Note from host: Up to 2 children allowed.

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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa
Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Samara, Province of Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 12 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 30 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 35 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Garza Beach - 48 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms?

Check-in begins at 10:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Samara Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Carrillo Beach. Buena Vista Beach and Playa Barrigona are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Enjoy ocean-views, monkeys, macaws! Easy walk to beach, close to town, 4 bdrms Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 47 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
I absolutely loved my stay! We enjoyed fresh mangos that had fallen off of our trees. We sat on the deck and watched howler monkeys. The view was stunning. The host is delightful. I can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at the Villa
Our stay at the villa in Samara Beach, Costa Rica, was amazing! The place was like a dream— surrounded by lush greenery and with breathtaking ocean views. Maryellen, who took care of us, was incredible. She made sure we had everything we needed and gave us great tips on where to eat and what to do in the area. The villa itself was perfect. We woke up to stunning sunrises every morning from our own terrace, and the beach was just a short walk away. The rooms were super comfy and had everything we could ask for. Whether we were chilling by the pool or exploring the nearby spots, every moment was relaxing and memorable. Our time there was truly special, thanks to Maryellen's hospitality and the beauty of the villa and its surroundings. - Rob neblung
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views of ocean, scarlet macaws & monkeys
My husband amd I just spent a week. Have been to Samara many times. This villa was perfect for us. Absolute privacy by the pool, amazing view of ocean, watched scarlet macaws and monkeys in the trees. Wifi signal is very fast and stable. We streamed our hockey games in HD with no issues. This would also be a great choice for families travelling with teens or young adults. Lower level separation of bedrooms would give them privacy and space while parents stay in the large main floor master. We will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
We loved our stay. The monkeys in the nearby trees, birds flying overhead and the amazing panoramic view were highlights.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alise P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Trip
Where to begin? This place was absolutely fantastic! We booked a last minute Spring Break Trip, and I was really nervous to figure out transportation, activities, etc. with so little time. I feel so fortunate to have found this place! The host sent pages of helpful information that saved me so much time. She included best places to eat and shop, as well as some fun activities to consider with info for a local booking specialist. There was great advice about transport to and from that airport that made arrival and departure a breeze. I truly can't thank her enough. The house is wonderful and the view is absolutely stunning. The kitchen is well stocked and the bedrooms and bathrooms are great. The property has a caretaker and cleaner so everything was always immaculate. The kids are already asking when we can come back! Truly an amazing vacation and we couldn't be happier with the rental!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property with AMAZING Views!!
The property was so beautiful and our family had the best stay. The house had everything we needed and more. The views were spectacular. The property manager was very nice and made sure we had everything we need! We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!!
Everything about our stay exceeded expectations. The home worked perfectly for our family. The ocean views are stunning. The location is very close to the Samera, a town that we LOVED. Our host, Mary-Ellen, was super responsive to all our questions. Her recommendations were invaluable to us. I have rented many vacations homes in the past, and I can honestly say Mary-Ellen is the best host I have had the privilege of working with.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jase H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible!
Everything was perfect! The amazing view, the location and the support from Daniel and Mary-Ellen was all excellent. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay in samara
Absolutely love the place! Quiet and relaxing with an excellent view. Beautiful beaches and great restaurants nearby The host was very informative and so easy to work with and welcoming. Daniel and his family who take care of the area are the absolute best !
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and peaceful stay!
The house and view were stunning! Lovely to swim in the pool and see the ocean. Everything was very well taken care of and the support from Daniel, the property manager, was excellent. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great place
Loved the place and the location in Costa Rica! Lovely owners and would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul E., Hastings-on-Hudson

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience...
Location is perfect. Layout of home is ideal for families...and well stocked. Very close to the beach but feels isolated...monkeys, lizards and mangos. Lots of tips in their detailed guide of the town....much appreciated. Will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanis F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house
This was the perfect house for two families with tweens and teens. The two master bedrooms were both great; location was perfect as it was high enough to get a great view but only 2km walk to town; safe and quiet other than monkeys, which were fun; plenty of living space; great pool; Samara is the perfect beach town. We got tons of insights from the owners and had top tier help from the Info Centre throughout. We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and beautiful spot!
We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was comfortable and spacious, ,the pool was just the right size and the views were beautiful. The property manager Daniel was very helpful. We would stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
Thank you Mary Ellen for hosting us. My family (2 kids and grandparents) had a wonderful time. The house was exactly as advertised with a beautiful view.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neal M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pacific Paradise
We had a wonderful 6 weeks stay at this very lovely home. Waking up to the incredibly beautiful views of the Pacific was a dream come true. We were warmly welcomed by Isabel & Ken, who were attuned to facilitating anything we might need. Caretaker, Daniel was always available and responsive. Internet was always robust and we were able to work seamlessly from home. Plenty of room here for our two family members who came for a visit during our stay. The pool is fabulous as is the landscaping. Samara is full of wonderful beaches and delicious restaurants. Fabulous experience!
Stayed 42 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Summer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Mirador- The House with most fantastic views
My family and I absolutely loved our stay in the fantastic Samara Reefs community. Villa Mirador was the perfect place for my family of 5. (2 adults, 3 kids) Thank you Mary Ellen and staff : Daniel and Anna for a wonderful time.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This property exceeded our expectations and pictures do not do it justice. The house was amazing, roomy, amazing views and the location was perfect. Safe and a short walk to town, though we usually drove and parked the car for the day. Mary-Ellen was incredibly helpful with alot of useful information. Samara is the perfect beach town. We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Samare reef
The property was outstandininstruxtion on how to enter gated property upon arrival would have been appreciated as well as tour of house and operating instruction on certain aspects Daniel was great but spoke only spanish so things were a little confusing other than that all great
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Elise G., Terrebonne, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Cette maison est tout simplement paradisiaque. La vue est à couper le souffle.
Nous avons adoré notre séjour. La maison est très bien équipée et super confortable. Nous avons grandement profité de la terrasse et de la piscine. Située à seulement quelques minutes de la plage et des commerces. Nous recommandons sans hésiter.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Incredible View!
We fell in love with the house from the first hello! It took our breath away of how beautiful the house was, how large and roomy the house felt, and how gorgeous the view was from the amazing balcony and pool! The backyard was a beautiful butterfly garden with iguanas and gecko’s and butterflies! We even heard and saw howler monkeys around us! We loved staying at this property; it was a piece of paradise! The house was big, roomy, clean, and it was so nice to have a washer/dryer! The house was well stocked with everything that we needed- towel pools, towels for all the bathroom, lots of toilet paper and soap! There was even soap for the washer! It felt like home! The only con was that there is no air conditioner in the main living room and kitchen. It got really hot and sweltering. We enjoyed hanging out on the back patio and the air conditioned bedrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Expectations Exceeded in this Beautiful Home
We are experienced VRBO Costa Rica renters. This was our third trip to Samara (8th to CR) with our triplets who are 17. We chose this house initially based on the size, bedrooms/baths, pool and outdoor area. MINDS BLOWN when we arrived in person and saw it in person. (I instantly achieved hero status). This was, by far, our favorite home EVER. The entire experience was amazing from the moment we booked with Mary-Ellen until the moment we left this beautiful home. Mary-Ellen is a wealth of detailed and helpful information. Her advice is spot on. We were grateful for her insights from everything from medical help (stitches from a surfboard incident) to which grocery stores have what and who to book excursions with (Samara Info Center). As many others who have enjoyed this home, we never made it out to dinner as we loved grilling and enjoying the evenings with the gorgeous, endless views and comfortable area to enjoy our family time. The home is so well appointed that you have everything you need. The pool is amazing and we spent a lot of time in it. Do yourself a favor and book this home. It is stellar and will make your vacation very special and unforgetable.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele P., Cranbrook BC, Canada

Paradise
My husband and I spent one week in this beautiful house with one other couple. Wow is all I can say, from the spacious house (we hardly even new another couple was staying in the house with us) to the pool/deck and spectacular views, we could not have asked for a better vacation rental. We were entertained everyday with a colony of monkeys in the trees at the front door (so adorable) and we also had plenty of visits from the Iguanas that frequented the property. Samara and Carrillo beaches were just a short drive away, two spectacular beaches, and during the week there was hardly any people on them. There are plenty of food options in Samara & Carrillo, but what a fantastic kitchen to prepare your own meals in, I didn't even mind doing dishes with a view like the one you get from the kitchen in Villa Mirador. Mary-Ellen's information about the house, restaurants, where to get groceries, and activities were extremely helpful and goes above and beyond anything we've ever experienced. We have only been home a few days and already miss the house, monkeys, view and everything else about this rental property. I would not hesitate to recommend this vacation rental to anyone and cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Paradise!
Two families, 4 adults, 5 kids had an amazing time at Mary-Ellen's home and in Samara. Sunsets, swimming, pool, beach, adventures. The home is beautiful and perfect for a large group to enjoy privacy and each others company. So easy to get around. Samara beach is awesome, but get to Carrillo too if you can.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Q., Houston

Fabulous!!!
The villa was spectacular! Open, clean,well appointed and equipped with stunning views! The owners were helpful and available if questions arose. Would go back again and again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018