Welcome to this luxury villa in Vista Octal, where ocean waves and monkey calls set the tone for a relaxing getaway. Enjoy a private pool with an outdoor eating area, cable television in the living area, WiFi throughout, and high-tech air conditioning for your comfort. You'll also appreciate the full kitchen and dining area perfect for meals together.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!
**COMPLIMENTARY TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT UPON ARRIVAL AND YOUR RETURN TO THE AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE** YOU WILL BE MET BY A PRIVATE DRIVER UPON ARRIVAL AT THE AIRPORT.
THE VILLA IS A VERY SHORT WALK TO OCOTAL BEACH! Experience the Costa Rican lifestyle. Whether traveling with family; planning a romantic getaway or a destination wedding; hosting a bachelor/bachelorette party; or getting together with friends, staying in this fully furnished developer's luxury model villa in Vista Ocotal is a must. Wake up to the ocean waves or monkey calls from the trees, and enjoy a day of fun including venturing through a rainforest, snorkeling, relaxing at the hot springs, golfing, horseback riding, sport fishing, site seeing, eating at exotic restaurants, zip lining over jungles and open land, and much more. Then come home to seaside serenity as you watch the sunset over the ocean from the front porch and the second floor bedroom balcony as you plan your evening. We offer comfort, convenience, no worries, and perks specific to our villa. For an extra charge, you can have cleaning services, a personal chef, or be driven around. We can provide these options through our property manager, Vanessa. In addition, for no addition cost, she can make your excursion arrangements before you arrive or upon arrival. A true vacation that allows you to spend your time where it matters the most—exploring the sights, sounds, and activities. Let us handle the details while you relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Property Perks: * A gated community with full time security * A private pool with a covered outdoor eating area * Cable television in the living are * A television in each bedroom * WiFi * A full kitchen and dining area * Living Area * Cooling ceiling fans * Hi tech remote controlled air conditioners throughout * COVID 19 cleaning & disinfectants used and supplied
Private Perks: * Be greeted by a personal driver and a private car service that will pick up and drop off up to 6 guests to the Liberia airport for free * Meet Vanessa: Your Personal Bi Lingual Property Manager * Walk 500 meters to access the property's private beach club adjacent to the world renowned Father Rooster’s Restaurant/Bar * Drive 6 minutes for complete access to the private Club at Coco Bay Estates which has a restaurant, fitness center, tennis courts, pickle ball, a large pool with waterfall and swim up bar, water slide, Jacuzzi and yoga pavilion
Area Perks: * A short walk to the beautiful Ocotal Beach * 15 minute drive to Hermosa Beach * Drive 10 minutes to the town center of Coco Beach for: shopping; various restaurants with international cuisine including Zi Lounge and Coconutz Bar and Grill; bars; small casino; pharmacies; medical assistance; fantastic night life; 3 international banks; car rental locations; golf cart rentals; tour offices; and 4 different supermarkets for your convenience.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Indoor pool
Massage
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
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.
In-room accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Gym
Kayak
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: As long as childre are supervised
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Sardinal, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa. Ericka's Fruit Stand and Rocio's Kitchen are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby. Visit our El Ocotal travel guide
Does Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.
Is Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! located?
Located in Sardinal, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, steps from Ocotal Beach and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Luxury Villa w/ Pool, Privacy, Walk to Beach & Near Best Restaurants/Bars! Reviews
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Proximity to playa Ocotal was amazing. We loved this private and beautiful beach. Pool at the complex and access to beach club and coco bay estates were amazing.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. We enjoyed the pool on site and at the club. Vanessa was helpful in securing a fishing charter that was AMAZING!
We stayed 4 days and really enjoyed the easy access to a beautiful beach. The house was spacious and comfortable for our group of 6.
Vanessa was very helpful with questions and recommendations.
An overall very nice stay!
If you really want to enjoy the culture and locals of the island this is the place. We enjoyed the comfort and accommodations. it was home away from home. We were three couples that had our own bedrooms and baths. A car rental is a must. The gated community is very safe and close to nearby restaurants and activities.
We loved our stay in Bernard's Condo in Ocotal. The process was easy, clear, and friendly. Thank you, Bernard! The space was comfortable and attractive and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Just steps from the beach and a good 5k walking route in the Ocotal hills. We have already booked our return trip. Callie and Ethann
A wonderful property. Excellent location. Vanessa had excellent communication with us the entire time. We had just gone through two previous cancellations by other hosts last minute, and were scrambling to find a place to stay. I can't say enough about Vanessa and her team. We look forward to staying here in the future! The location in Ocotol was great, close to the beach and Father Rooster's which is a fave of ours. Gated property, all the amenities, and the layout was great for us. Thank you Vanessa for looking after us so well, we look forward to our future friendship with you.
We really liked the quiet and relaxing vibe of this property. The pool was lovely and never busy. The beach was a short walk away and Father Roosters restaurant was also a short walk. From our front door we saw many birds, lizards, frogs and monkeys. The property was adequate and had air conditioning in each room which was nice. It is great to have a washer and dryer as well. We had lots of beach towels and some pool toys and a couple beach chairs. Vanessa was excellent and very helpful!
We enjoyed our stay in Bernard’s house very much. Father Rooster was steps away and the food was delicious and the atmosphere especially nice when they had the band and ceviche bar. Having access to the beach clubs was a huge plus and gave us variety in our pool/beach days. We appreciated the options quite a bit. Although we had some hiccups with driver pick ups, Vanessa was very responsive and offered to cover a cab to get us to the airbnb at no cost to us. We did find the photos to be a little out of date (linens aren’t white as pictured) and some new furniture that while functional doesn’t really fit the space that well. However these were minor things. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and will probably visit Playa Ocotal again! Some honourable mentions for the cook at home chef option given to us by Vanessa. And we hired a boat captain through a travel agency called “my tan feet” named “Marcy” who was amazing. Saw whales, jumping devil rays, turtles, puffer fish , cool caves and more! All in all a great trip!
Place is as advertised. About a football field’s distance from a quiet beach (Playa Ocotal) with wonderful, warm water and lovely views. Villa is as described. All amenities necessary were provided, including plenty of towels, beach chairs, and plenty of kitchenware to cook just about anything. The pool at the villa was quiet and the other individuals that were onsite were lovely people, so there was no reason to leave the gates to go to the other pools. We did not venture to the club because we had full schedules already planned. Truly, you could knit pick any place you stay, and find something not to your standards. But in my opinion, if you have an issue with this place it is either a one off, unfortunate circumstance, or its the renter Bernard was communicative and pleasant from start to finish, as was Vanessa. We did not require their services, but they made themselves known as available. It was an amazing week, and would absolutely stay at Bernard’s villa again. Coco was about seven minutes away and had plenty of restaurants. Several grocery stores. Locals are absolutely lovely
Our family of five had a great week in Ocotal. Weather was amazing, Vanessa and Jorge helped organize fun adventures, and we loved Ocotal Beach. The snorkeling was excellent right off the beach. Coco Beach has lots of restaurants and is a quick but exciting 15 min drive. The condo pool was good but the one at Coco Beach Estates was nicer and had a gym. Having a bathroom for each bedroom was also nice. We had a few minor issues but Vanessa was quick to respond and resolve them. The condo itself is functional but not luxury.
We loved the location of this property. We could walk to the beach in 5 minutes, and walk to the beachfront restaurant and bar in 5 minutes. We enjoyed sitting on our balcony listening to the howler monkeys and watching them roam through the trees.
This was an amazing place for our family to stay. It was extremely clean and beautiful. We really enjoyed sitting out on the balcony for coffee and reading while listening to the ocean waves.
The beach was a leisurely 5 minute walk away and was a quiet mixed black and white sand with a fun tide pool to check out during low tide.
Vanessa was very responsive with a wealth of local knowledge and contacts.
We really enjoyed how quiet the community was yet was just a few minutes to shopping and activities at Coco Beach.
Location good. Beds were comfortable. Shower/bathrooms were clean and refreshing. Felt safe. Vanessa was helpful. Dishwasher needed repair/cleaning and needed dishwasher pods. Stuff provided was too soapy. Phone didn't work for local calls.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Randy D.
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Inside The Property Very Dated
We paid for 7 night stay at Bernard's but choose not to stay. Initially walked in and the main floor bedroom smelled of urine. As noted in other reviews the pictures inside were outdated. The bedding in 3 rooms looked like your Grandma's basement bedding. As mentioned in the listing it was seaside and you could hear the ocean waves. Neither were correct or accurate. Hired an uber and stayed at a beautiful modern resort Mar playa Hermosa for the same money we paid not to stay at Bernard's.
Randy D.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Marty C.
29 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Family Getaway
This property is in a decent location, just a short walk to the beach, although you can hear the ocean from the villa, the view form the villa is not desirable for me because you can't see the ocean because of the weeds and garbage drop off.. The listing says private pool and a TV in every bedroom, but there is no private pool and there was not a TV in every bedroom. We did have internet, but it is not high speed and we lost connection several times making it impossible to work from there!
We spent two weeks in Bernard’s home. The location is great, very short walk to Ocotal Beach. We visited other beaches but quickly learned that Ocotal Beach is one of the best the area has to offer. Bernard is very responsive and resolved issues quickly (the coffee maker was on its last leg, he had Vanessa purchase and deliver new one the next day, in fact Vanessa brought her own coffee maker until she could get the new one. Over the top! Although the cleanliness is not five star, the response and attention you get from Bernard and Vanessa makes it five stars! One has to remember that Costa Rica is a tropical country. Thank you Bernard.
We rented Bernard’s villa for 3 weeks for our family Christmas holiday. We had a fantastic time. The gated community and property was excellent. The three pools were spectacular and the villa was exactly how it was portrayed in the listing.
Bernard was a magnificent host and his property manager is the best we have ever had. We use VRBO all over the world so that is a huge compliment. Vanessa went above and beyond for us during our stay. She made us feel like family and answered our messages or questions immediately.
My two sons and husband and I would recommend this property to anyone who is looking for all the amenities of home in a tropical setting. We loved our tours and the black sand beach was amazing. Costa Rica was a favourite destination but by far the accommodations and great service from Vanessa made our holiday one of the best holidays we have ever had. We highly recommend this villa to anyone who is looking for a quiet, safe and beautiful location to enjoy your time. Thank you Bernard and Vanessa we will be back!
This place is not a "villa" - it's a rundown townhome that is filthy and has false advertising. There is no tennis, no gym. The "security gates" are rickety and don't open completely not great for wide cars. "Security" is one guy that walks around - no one at the actual gate. That's definitely not 24x7 security in an area that actually needs it. The pictures show a sunny home. It is literally dark, musty and filthy throughout the home. I have taken numerous photos of the issues and submitted to vrbo. This should not be rented as is due to potential health hazards from mold on the window shades, in the coffee maker, body odor and hair throughout all the bedding, mouse droppings on the headboard, improperly cleaned toilets, gum stuck on the one non plastic coffee mug, dirty utensils in the drawer along with cobwebs, old beach towels used as bath towels, the list goes on and on. This review should allow photos from renters to show what this actually looks like. The owner has done nothing except to call and say everything is fine. Nightmare scenario for vacation particularly for Xmas week. We evacuated after 1 night of our 7 night stay it was THAT BAD. There are plenty of other options in Costa Rica - we have been 4 times that are clean and safe. This isn't one of them.
The description of this place is not correct, they will not help their guest.
First, I found this place searching in playa flamingo. This location shouldn’t even show up. It is over 50 miles away and you’re not supposed to use that road if renting a car. The host is a scammer"Luxury Villa" that is a joke! It is very basically Villa. One of the toilets didn't work well. Everything is old. We were given on large garbage and 6 rolls of toilet paper."Wake up to Ocean waves" You are not going to hear any ocean waves. There is also no sunset."You won't have to drive" this places is down in a big gully. The closest small market is over 2 miles away. I don't think you want to hike up the hill to get a cokePlus, host will not help arrange any transportation.I booked a week in the middle of February. December I tried to work with host to get some fun things for us to do. After three weeks neither of them did anything. They did email me a brochure with no contact information or details of the activities. I gave up. I should have canceled.While we were there the Maintenace was working on sprinkler system. Sometimes we didn't have water. The three of us drinking tap water got sick.I ended up getting very sick and needed a doctor. I reached out to my local host. She told me no doctors were available. Then wrote "Can someone take you to town or send a driver for you? " Obviously she is not going to help! I told her I would take an Uber. Don't take an Uber, it stalled, and I was stranded. STAY AWAY!