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Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj

Experience the unique charm of this tropical paradise where indoor ambiance blends with outdoor comfort.

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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

9 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 26762 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj

Includes Private Chef for two meals per day and Daily Maid Service.

Casa Taj is a stunning Spanish Colonial beachfront mansion with exquisite architecture, offering over 8,200 sq. ft. of interior space. Rich double-crown moldings, granite finishes, and meticulous Spanish Colonial décor create a luxurious retreat with 9 bedrooms, 9½ bathrooms, and space for up to 26 guests.

The living room features large bay windows that open to a generous veranda with breathtaking ocean views. Enjoy the wood-paneled home theatre with leather seating and a 63-inch screen, or explore the library filled with books. The home offers ample space, including security safes in all bedrooms, an entertainment cinema, a professional kitchen, a lavish dining area, a sit-up bar, and expansive hallways. Casa Taj is designed for maximum comfort and a memorable stay by the sea.

Guests can sleep in 9 individually air-conditioned bedrooms. The home includes 9 full and 1 half bathrooms. Experience the unique charm of three "open-air" bathrooms located in bedrooms Mono, Peces, and Cactus. With ceilings reaching 3 meters and open space (no windows) above 1.50 metres, these spaces offer a delightful blend of outdoor ambiance and indoor comfort. Above this height, the space is either left empty or covered with a grid/lattice, allowing natural light and ventilation to flow freely.

Bedroom Set-up:
1️⃣1st floor: 3 bedrooms (Accessible directly from the parking area and pool/garden; no stairs)

• Bedroom #1 (Licor Room): 1 King bed bottom + 1 Twin bed top; 1 Queen bed bottom + 1 Twin bed top
• Bedroom #2 (Playa Room): 2 Bunk beds (same setup as Licor Room)
• Bedroom #3 (Amor Room): 1 King bed (In the Amor Bedroom, there are no windows as they were sealed, so it relies solely on artificial lighting for brightness)

2️⃣2nd floor: 2 bedrooms (Accessible via stairs)
• Bedroom #4 (Pura Vida Room): 1 King bed
• Bedroom #9 (Cactus Room): 1 King bed (Open-air shower)

3️⃣3rd floor: 4 bedrooms (Accessible via stairs)
• Bedroom #5 (Flamingo Room): 1 King bed
• Bedroom #6 (Palmera Room): 1 King bed
• Bedroom #7 (Mono Room): 1 King bed (Open-air shower)
• Bedroom #8 (Peces Room): 1 King bed (Open-air shower)

The fully equipped eat-in kitchen with marble countertops includes a breakfast bar. Your stay includes a private chef for two meals per day, though food costs are not included and must be covered by guests. Daily maid service ensures a relaxing, worry-free vacation. Bartender service is available upon request (extra fee). Please note that the kitchen, living room, and dining room are only accessible via stairs (2nd floor).

The mansion also features 2,000 sq. ft. of covered balconies, wrapping around the house with ample seating where you can enjoy the Pacific coast's vibrant sunsets. The lagoon-style pool and terrace are perfect for soaking up the sun, and a gas grill completes the outdoor area. A security guard is provided during evening/night hours outside the house, for a worry-free stay.

Occupancy and Pricing:
The nightly rate covers an occupancy of 18 guests (based on 2 per room).

We charge for additional guests in 2025:
• $170 + 13% taxes/night in high season and holiday weeks
• $151 + 13% taxes/night in mid-season
• $113 + 13% taxes/night in low season

Rates will increase in 2026 to:
• $183 + 13% taxes/night in high season and holiday weeks
• $162 + 13% taxes/night in mid-season
• $121 + 13% taxes/night in low season

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Please note: The primary guest must be 21 or older to book this property.

Property manager

Tropical Homes of Costa Rica

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 9.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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.
  • No elevators
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Unit size: 8202 sq ft (762 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Optional extras

  • High chair fee: USD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Casa Taj Beachfront Mansion with Full Time Chef Bartender Maid
367330

About the neighborhood

Map
Potrero, Guanacaste Province

What's nearby

  • Playa Potrero - 1 min walk
  • Penca Beach - 6 min drive
  • Flamingo Beach - 7 min drive
  • Playa Prieta - 7 min drive
  • Conchal Beach - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gracia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tempate villa is just steps from Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Penca Beach and Playa Prieta are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Playa Potrero - impressive 9 BR beachfront villa: Casa Taj Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Casa Taj
Loved the house and the entire staff for taking care of us during our stay. Would definitely stay again!
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10/10 Excellent

Liberty

Perfect
Everything was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Amazing
Our concierge was absolutely fantastic and I couldn't say more about how she constantly fixed everything that we needed to be done. She coordinated travel for our 12 guests staying at the house and was on top of everything and very proactive on anything we needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Dara

Amazing Experience at Casa Taj!
An absolutely incredible experience end to end - Maria did an incredible job of coordinating every detail and the team (chef, bartender, housekeeper, security, etc) did so much above and beyond to surprise and delight us — from cutting fresh coconuts for coconut water, building a bonfire and more. Couldn’t recommend this more!

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Amazing!
The house, the property, and especially the staff, were all beyond expectations! The house is absolutely stunning. All of the rooms were exceptional, and we had plenty of room for our party of 18. The pool area had more than enough seating. The beach was beautiful and just beyond the pool. Again, the entire staff provided such a fantastic experience, and we cannot thank them enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Beautiful
We held our yoga retreat here, and everyone had an amazing time. Plenty of beds, and the house was beautiful. The Chefs were amazing and the cleaning ladies were very nice. It was a GREAT surprise when a lady came by, right after we arrived, stating that they offer massages out on the balcony and gave us their business card. Needless to say some got a massage Mon Wed and Fri. They were great! Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Dena

Unbelievable!!
Everything.... Reliable cappuccino machine, ensure all AC units are operable. Everything else was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Perfect week!
The house staff was great, took care of all the cooking, cleaning and laundry. House was roomy, comfortable and a great location. The in-room safes didn't work correctly or as expected. The kayaks were nice to have but need repairs. (missing plugs and rigging)
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10/10 Excellent

Krystle

Best Vacation Ever
I have never been more taken care of in my entire life. There was nothing more I could have asked for or wanted, but if I did, they would have made it happen. If you are second-guessing booking this home, don't. Book it now before someone else does. I would 10/10 return to this exact house. The chef, bartender, maid service, pool maintenance, and security guard all made our stay perfect. We didn't want to leave. And Magui, our concierge, made sure everything went according to plan. I can not give enough accolades to show how much we loved this vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

We all enjoyed the stay, all the staff were incredible on what they did, how pleasant they all were
Teh accommodations were great, we took advantage of using golf carts and that would be a benefit if they were automatically included. Teh option to have massages was amazing and we took in some tours that were wonderful.
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Fabulous stay at Casa Taj
Our family of 18 ages 4 to 71 stayed a week here and had a great time. The staff was amazing. They were all hard workers, friendly, accommodating and always helpful when we needed something. The food was amazing!! I highly recommend this property. You will not be disappointed.

10/10 Excellent

Jody A.

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MOST FANTASTIC PLACE ON THE BEACH
We were absolutely blown away with the beautiful home, location and the service we received from Chef Gustavo and Moses. Could not of been any better. Will be back again. We had 21 of of and treated like royalty. Best vacation ever!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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Pura Vida
We had a blast! Great location and the staff was on point.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney L.

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Better than a resort!
We had such a fantastic time at this lovely house in Potrero that my kids still lovingly refer to as “our mansion” - we were treated like royalty for a few days by our masterful chef and lovely cleaning staff, as well as Moises, our bartender. It was very hot when we stayed, and we had a bit of trouble with the AC units, but help came promptly and everything was repaired. I give this property my highest recommendation!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie P.

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Fabulous Family Vacation
We took our kids and grandkids to celebrate our 70th birthdays, ages 5 months to 70. Perfect location, Gustavo and all the staff were excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann M., Roseville, California USA

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Incredible Week at Casa Taj
Amazing - Book it now! Large home with 3 levels, fit our family of 15 ranging in age from 87 to 14 Months with room to spare. Lots of places to spread out, have your own quiet space, or gather for meals, fun in the bar, pool, balcony and overlooking the ocean. The staff was kind, courteous and the chef made amazing meals we all enjoyed. Great time was had by all, memories that will last a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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Relaxed family time together
The best thing about this property were the staff it was so relaxing not to have to worry about food and to have the beds made the house cleaned and even laundry done on a daily basis my girls especially appreciated a vacation time where all of us at a VRBO could have a wonderful vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Loved absolutely everything about this home!
We stayed here with 11 people and had the vacation of a lifetime. The house staff was friendly and attentive. All the best treatment of a five star hotel with the privacy and seclusion of a private home. From the moment we booked, Maria and Magui helped us with all the details from transportation, to excursions and spa treatments at the house! Gustau and Moises did all the shopping and prepared delicious meals each day. The house was in an ideal location, on the beach with walking distance to small shops for snacks and beverages and a short drive to Las Catalinas and Tamarindo for browsing or shopping. Hemmingways was a great spot for lunch or drinks and just a short walk down the beach. The house was spotless and each room had its own bath. The staff cleaned the pool and our rooms everyday. We could not have asked for more and can’t wait to visit again! We would have loved to buy Casa Taj tumblers! The house was well maintained, but a few of the showers did not have great water pressure.
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Beyond expectations!
Everything was wonderful and beyond our expectations. We had a group of 18 adults all different ages and everyone enjoyed the trip. The staff was wonderful, from our reservation contact to the pool person. The cook and assistant where fabulous and every meal we had was delicious. Potrero is a relaxing town and so easy to get around in golf carts. We had a catamaran excursion that picked up our group right in front of the house. We did some fishing and it was only a 15 min transport to the marina. The area had something for everyone in our group, from zip lining, having a drink at the local brewery or just relaxing at the house. The beach is public and one of the access roads runs along the side of the house. There was a small amount of traffic during the day, but nothing that disturbed our stay. There is a security guard for the house at night and he is very attentive. We placed a late pizza order one night and he came to the door before allowing the delivery. I would highly recommend this rental.

10/10 Excellent

Jon J.

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Wonderful, as always!
We have stayed at Casa Taj 3 times now, and each time is just as well as the last. The staff is super friendly, the excursions are not far away, and the meals were a fantastic experience. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Amazing
Casa Taj is incredible! You literally walk out the back door of one of the most beautiful houses I've ever seen onto one of the best beaches I've ever been to. The onsite staff was fantastic, especially the chefs. The staff also took care of all laundry and cleaning every day. We really enjoyed our stay at Casa Taj!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Loved our week here!
We had 20 of us for a week. Absolutely loved our stay! Any concerns were addressed immediately, the chef and staff were delightful, plenty of space for all of us to be together, or be alone as we liked. The walkthrough was completely uninformative, but everything else was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olesha H.

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We were blown away!
My guest and I were blown away by the property. The pictures were exactly what we saw and even better! The food was superb. Being able to wake up and walk directly to the beach everyday was such an amazing experience. Messages were answered promptly too. We plan to come back in 2024 for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Taj on Playa Potrero
The Casa Taj on Playa Potrero lived up to expectations! The location is stunning, the beach was beautiful and quiet even during the most popular time of year, and the staff, inclusive of chef and kitchen helpers, housekeepers, pool attendant, and security made the experience something truly special. The house itself is fantastic, with incredible views of the beach, great pool, lawn games, beach chairs, and beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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Spectacular
It was our family of 16 vacation. We have always done Cabo or Hawaii for the week of Thanksgiving and decided we would like to visit Costa Rica. No one was disappointed. Ages from 75-3 and there was something for everyone. The Chef and special staff were excellent and made us feel right at home. Could not have asked for a better vacation . Hope to be able to return again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023