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Escape to Casa Columbine, where the sound of waves and warm ocean breeze set the tone for a perfect Surf Side Vacation. Across the road from Playa Potrero's soft volcanic sand, this private home boasts a pool right off the covered lanai. Explore nearby world-class beaches like Flamingo and Tamarindo for shopping or find seclusion at Penca and Prieta.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms1900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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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.

Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape

Guests at this beach holiday home will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a fenced private garden. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and a safe. Rooms open to lanais. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycles
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,900 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Wind energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Coordinate your exit and key return with Tropical Homes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property uses wind and solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa Columbine Beach Side Escape
Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape Potrero
Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape Private vacation home

About the area

Located in Tempate, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Potrero travel guide
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Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Potrero Beach near Flamingo in Guanacaste, Costa Rica
    Playa Potrero
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Penca
    Penca Beach
    9 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Playa prieta had beautiful black sand and lava rocks. Not another person in sight every time we visited.
    Playa Prieta
    11 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Potrero Bay
    1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Soda Marcell
    15 min walk
  • Bar & Restaurante Arenas
    8 min walk
  • Restaurante Pleamar
    5 min drive
  • Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • OCEANA
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape located?

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

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Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! From check in to check out. The house was lovely & would be very likely to book again. Great location for beach fun, wonderful food. The property management was amazing at answering any questions we had. Can wait for our next trip back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marty O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Casa Columbine was excellent, with both the host and the property management firm being very responsive and helpful. Communication was consistently positive throughout our trip. Before our arrival, the host provided a detailed and useful list of recommended activities, dining options, and places to visit.The property itself is well-maintained and tastefully furnished, featuring a fantastic kitchen, an outdoor grill, and a private pool area. For getting around locally, a car is not necessary unless you plan to travel into the interior of Costa Rica. Shops and restaurants are easily accessible with a pleasant walk along the beach, but be sure to consult the tide guide before heading out. We found the Uber service to be reliable and very good.We highly recommend checking out Playa Conchal and Playa Flamingo, which cost about USD8.00-10.00 for a one way Uber trip to these beaches. A notable casual dining spot was Potrero Brewing, where we enjoyed excellent birria tacos and excellent cold, locally brewed beers.In conclusion, we will definitely stay at Casa Columbine again on a future trip to the area.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

Beautiful and clean property, with a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Home

We enjoyed our stay, the home was clean and everything was very well maintained. The roof did appear to need some work, but it didn't impact our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tess H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

The property was fantastic! Had every item you would need for a wonderful stay. The pool was perfect during the afternoons when the beach was too hot. All the restaurants you would need and markets walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow what a great place!

Everything exceeded expectations would definitely stay again. Location was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxation!

My husband and I stayed here for the second time and so enjoy the home! We love how close it is to the beach and local restaurants. The place is very clean and comfortable and we absolutely LOVE the pool! Thank you for an awesome stay! We hope to be back again next year!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two thumbs up

Beautiful home! Quiet neighborhood. Had the awesome beach all to ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

April C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Vacation

This house is everything you could ask for. Close to the beach, very private and quiet. Kitchen was well stocked with appliances and spices. Will be booking again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

The property was beautiful and well maintained. The pool was gorgeous . Truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

Great location and very well equipped and comfortable home. Wish we were staying longer. Our only negative was that we assumed that when the listing said “oceanfront” that it was right on the ocean. Only one block from the ocean but with the buildings in front of the house you couldn’t even see the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable

Great place to stay. House, property, and pool are all beautiful. Close to grocery stores and places to eat. Owner left a list of places to eat and things to do, which was very helpful. House had everything we needed, so just had to bring clothes. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa Columbine was fantastic! The inside and outside spaces were updated, comfortable, clean, and cared for well. The backyard was an oasis with the pool and manicured gardens. We even saw monkeys, iguanas, and unique birds from the back patio. The owners stocked everything to cook excellent meals (cookware, spices, etc.), spend hours at the beach (chairs, coolers, towels, and toys), or simply relax in their expansive home. Having a full size washer and dryer allowed us to pack light for the trip. Check in and out were seamless with clear directions from the property managers and the owner. The house is close to the beach, restaurants, and many outdoor adventures, but some days we couldn’t tear ourselves away from the refreshing pool and garden. We would rate Mike’s wonderful property more than five stars if we could, and are already planning a return trip for next year. If you are looking for a clean, safe, well-appointed, beautiful home with a private pool near to everything in Playa Potrero, book Casa Columbine now.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa columbine family trip

We stayed here for 10 days with 3 children. It was awesome. Great location, easy check in, very responsive owner when we had questions. There is so much to do here and the locals are really friendly and appreciative of the visitors from other countries. Would definitely visit this area again. Tropical homes concierge was awesome to work with as well!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Our experience was excellent. The property was wonderfully maintained and the location is exceptional. Development around the home made it a little noisy during the day however escaping to the surrounding beaches was quick and easy. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love it here!

This was our fourth stay at Casa Columbine. We feel very comfortable here and have everything we need. The new couch is great! We love the private yard and pool and used it every day. We were a bit surprised to find that the vacant lot on one side that had tree removal happening last year was now a road going past the house. There's a bit more traffic and noise due to that, although the yard is fenced and has many bushes and foliage so it's screened pretty well. Once again, Tropical Homes, the management company, was very responsive with helping with arrangements and a few minor issues that came up. Hope to be back yet again!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property!

Great property in a fantastic location. Very close walk to what amounted to our own private beach. Pool in the backyard was great to have. Property management company was great to work with, even helping us find a custom birthday cake for our son. Cannot recommend this property enough. If it's available, book it!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway Home for our Family Vacation

We all loved staying at Casa Columbine. Everything was perfect! Great communication throughout. The house had everything we needed and was not only conveniently located but also tucked away in a quiet location near the beach. We could not have asked for more yet, as a pleasant surprise, concierge services were available to help arrange all of our activities and excursions, as well as chef-cooked meals at the home and a golf cart for our local travel needs. Tere, our concierge, was amazing! We would not hesitate to return and would highly recommend Casa Columbine for your next stay in Costa Rica!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great house.

House was very nice and clean. Home was comfortable with ac and ceiling fans even on the outside patio. Pool was wonderful. Used that on a daily basis. No issues with anything with the home. Beach at the home is a very short walk. We did go to flamingo beach which is a short drive. You do need a car and a 4 wheel drive is best to get to the other local beaches. Some beach roads are not passable without a 4 wheel drive car.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, great location.

Overall a great stay and great house. A perfect location, a short walk to a beautiful beach. We hit some heavy traffic on the way in and had to pay a $20 late check-in fee. We arrived around 7pm. Check-in included someone meeting you at the house and walking you through the property. After a long day of traveling we were ready to settle in immediately. We would have preferred a lockbox to check-in or another method. We did not feel like we needed a tour of the house and the $20 fee was annoying but other than that a really great place where we had an absolute blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous two weeks at Casa Columbine

For the second year in a row we stayed (a couple) at Mike Malone’s Casa Columbine. Great privacy with a very private pool and super kitchen. The beach is a 5 minute walk, and since there are no resorts or high rises on this beach, you pretty much have it all to yourself. Yoga facility a 10 minute walk down the beach with multiple daily classes for as little as $10 per class. The bay is protected from large waves and supports distance swims. The property managers are responsive and very accommodating. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan & Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

couples retreat

My husband and I had a great time and so loved Casa Columbine. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We loved being on the back deck of the house. Our favorite thing though was the private pool! We swam in it every day! We love the area and it's an easy walk to the beach and several restaurants in the area. Michelle was who we were in contact with and she was great! She was there to meet us and introduce us to the house and was always available if we had questions or concerns. Thank you to everyone!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is what vacations are all about!

We had a great vacation! The house is modern and has all the comforts of home in a paradise like location. One block from playa Potrero where you will see some of the best sunsets ever, a short driving distance from top 10 beaches in CR - Dante/Dantita, Penca, Flamingo. A short trip to Tamarindo for surfing. Plus you can walk on the beach to several restaurant options in Potrero. The pool in the back is so relaxing and the kayak was a very nice surprise and we put it to good use to explore Potrero. You will want to stay forever!! Mike - if you decide to sell in a few years, let us know! :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Piece of Paradise

It has been over 20 years since I've been to Costa Rica and it is exactly how I remembered. The people and food are amazing! And this house was the perfect location. Walking distance to a fairly private beach, this home has everything you need. From a great sound system to a beautiful pool, we didn't want for anything. I highly recommend using Miguel for his private chef service. He and Anna made us several delicious meals during our stay with the freshest food you can imagine. And the concierge service took great care of us during our stay making sure we had everything we needed. I will not be waiting another 20 years to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa Columbine an Oasis in Potrero Costa Rica

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful, comfortable home. Perfectly set up for 2 couples or a family. Well equipped kitchen with everything you need! Things like dish detergent, dishwasher detergent, paper towels, toilet paper all provided. Lots of pool toys, folding chairs and beach towels for use. Very good a.c in all areas. A must with temperatures in the high 30’s while we were there. Very good communication with our concierge Michelle. All questions answered and her introductory tour covered everything. The extensive written suggestions and “things to know” is much appreciated. Great access to all the necessary shops are close by and a great selection of good restaurants nearby. The pool and outdoor shaded area (with fans)
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024