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Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design &

Holiday home with private pool, a short walk to Flamingo Beach

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 81000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design &

Holiday home with private pool, a short walk to Flamingo Beach
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include offices and desks. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

Property manager

Special Places Of Costa Rica

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horseback riding 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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 are allowed
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

Property is also known as

Villa Bougainvillea Million dollar view Beautiful Villa
Luxury Villa With Spectacular Flamingo Beach Ocean Views
Villa Bougainvillea · Million dollar view beautiful Villa
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About the area

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Flamingo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Flamingo Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Potrero - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Playa Brasilito - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Penca Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Conchal Beach - 14 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gracia Mar Vista - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design & have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design & pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design &?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design &?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design & located?

Located in the heart of Cabo Velas, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Potrero Bay and Flamingo Beach. Playa Potrero is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

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Dreamy Spanish-Style Villa with Sweeping Ocean Views, Elegant Nautical Design & Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Great vacation rental

This villa was absolutely amazing and perfect for our family. The views were spectacular and the location was very peaceful. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Jane N.

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

Fabulous house, pool, location, and view!

Highly recommend this beautiful home. The photos and description were very accurate! This beautiful house was a perfect fit for our family, simply wanting a relaxing vacation. We were able to rent golf carts and travel around to restaurants, shopping, and neighboring beaches. We used the concierge service offered through the management company for the golf cart rentals. It was very convenient. Both golf carts were in our garage when we arrived and they picked them up after we left.We traveled with teenagers so the house suited us well. I might not recommend to families with small children because two of the bedrooms have exterior access. The management company was excellent to communicate with and very helpful when we had questions. If renting this house, I would recommend communicating with the management company about when you might expect workers at the house. We were not expecting a lawn care company to show up while we were using the pool, or security guards to walk through the courtyard. They did communicate housekeeping coming one day in the middle, which was very nice for refreshed bedding and towels.Would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

meredith g.

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

Family Getaway in Paradise

This was a beautiful home for our family vacation. It was the perfect amount of room for 8 adults. The views and location were awesome! Juan Carlos from Special places took such amazing care of us and all our needs! Anything that needed repair was takin care of ASAP! We had an amazing time and will definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Janet M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Winter get away

Overall good, few flaws, outdated kitchen master bath unusable, linens could have been nicer.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly S.

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

Beautiful property and views!

Our family greatly enjoyed the house and the location can’t be beat. It had all amenities we needed to enjoy the house and beach… water toys, plenty beach towels, kitchen well furnished, plenty of board games and cards to enjoy at night or when it rained. You can enjoy the view from the patio and still hear the surf crashing below. Very close to good restaurants and to the marina for excursions. I do recommend renting a golf cart though - the house is close to beach and shops but it’s very steep hills and challenging physically. We rented one on the spot after the first time walking to/from restaurant.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett J.

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

Great House and Amazing Concierge Service

Great house with wonderful pool and incredible view overlooking the bay and beach. The house is actually better than the pictures if that is possible. Very well laid out and first-class in all regards. Olver and the team at "Special Places of Costa Rica" made everything seamless with wonderful concierge services. They helped coordinate everything from grocery shopping, excursions, catamaran/snorkling trip, golf cart rentals, and transportation to and from the airport. The golf carts were perfect for access to the beach and local bars/restaurants. We would definitely rent this home again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Bert O.

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

Villa Bougainvillea

This is a top notch property, well decorated with comfortable beds. The view of the Pacific from the infinity pool is magnificent and you can enjoy your poolside time in the sun or shade while beautiful birds flit about. The glass doors are large and wonderful, but take some time to figure out their working which is not standard. The local Raccoons will come in and wreak havoc while you are away if a door is left a bit ajar. The electrical switches were poorly thought out and you spend a bit of time walking about trying to cut things on or off.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Steven C.

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

Great Property

The house was very well-equipped for our family of 6. Generous-sized bedrooms, comfortable linens and towels, just about everything needed in the kitchen. A/C in all the bedrooms and the kitchen/living room, TONS of ceiling fans. Being a rental, it did show some signs of wear, but nothing that would steer us away if we were to travel there again. Outdoor shower didn’t work at all, 2 other shower handles were “fussy”. A few light bulbs were out. The house must have been undergoing some type of repainting. Most of the colorful walls with art in the listing photos were painted white and wall hangings were removed. Property manager was very responsive. I definitely recommend this rental.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

Best vacation of our lives!

Villa Bougainvillea exceeded our wildest expectations! Our family of 4 (kids 19 and 17) and my sister and her 3 kids (22, 17 and 14) spent a week at this beautiful home. It was even better than we had hoped for! We did excursions every morning and spent the afternoons and evenings in the pool laughing and playing Marco Polo like we were all 8 years old! The view of Playa Flamingo from the house is breathtaking. If I had to list any complaints (can't really even call them that.. this is really being nit-picky), they would be that we needed more paper towel, some cleaning supplies and a dish brush to keep the kitchen clean. We expected to buy food, but not those types of things. This was our second trip to Costa Rica, and it won't be our last. Thank you to Special Places of Costa Rica for all of the excellent excursions that were planned... the ATV tour, zip lining and surfing were so much fun! We'd probably skip snorkeling next time... the water isn't super clear (not dirty at all, just not the turquoise water you need to see lots of fish) and with there not being any reefs, there weren't a lot of fish. HIGHLY recommend this house. It was perfection!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Nathan W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great Location and Pool

Just stayed at Villa Bourgainvillea for 10 days on a getaway with 2 families and 8 people total (4 adults, 2 teenage kids, 2 young children). House is in pretty good condition overall, could use some updating of a few things: linens, pillows, mattresses, kitchen, kitchen wares and utensils. The bedrooms are good sized, have their own full ensuite, 3 of 4 have ocean views, but not a great setup for people with younger kids - 2 of 4 bedrooms are not connected to the main house and have to be accessed by going outside. By far the best thing about this Villa is the proximity to the beach, and the outdoor space/pool area. The beach is about a 2-3 minute drive, and while it is walkable in 15-20 minutes, the hill coming back up is a long and steep stretch in 35° Celcius weather. The pool is great. Clean, good size - 8 of us in the pool didn’t feel cramped, and the pools guys came 3 or 4 times to clean/maintain. There were 4 lazy deck chairs, and lots of other outdoor furniture. We spent the majority of our time by the pool so having the outdoor sitting capacity was important. Special Places Property Management was tough to get a hold of. A few times we had to go into the office before anyone would respond to requests and get back to us with answers about questions for the house. The lines up transportation to and from the airport and that was a huge help.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

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

Bit of Paradise

The property was as advertised and perfect for our group. We used three of the four bedrooms. We were all comfortable and all were master suites as advertised. The common areas were very comfortable. We spent a great deal of time on the back patio and in the pool. The outdoor shower did not work and we did not report it. No big deal. The infinity pool was delightful and we spent a great deal of time in it and enjoying the view from there. We felt very safe in the area, but the house was gated and alarmed. We never felt uncomfortable in that regard. One negative: In a house of this magnitude, not sure why there were 10 different keys to open doors and gates. Some were marked and some were not. Get some lock work done and get it down to 2-3 keys. We had a chef come in on two different nights. The kitchen was stocked with utensils and everything needed for our use and for the chefs. I mean, everything was there. We could not say enough good things about Special Places of Costa Rica. Phem was excellent on the front side. Alonso was very accessible to our every need and quickly responded to anything at any time. Would highly recommend them wherever you may rent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location Location Location (and View)

The best thing about this house is the view! The pool was amazing, and the home is centrally located to everything you want to do in Playa Flamingo. We rented two golf carts, which made getting around town very easy. Our group was three couples. All bedrooms had king beds (which were quite comfortable) & ensuite bathrooms. Two of the bedrooms are outside the main house, so if you have kids, that could be a problem. The bedrooms off the courtyard and has no view. While the house is lovely and has recently been freshly painted, if you read through the other reviews, the owner has not spent any time addressing the concerns noted. The kitchen is very dated as are the pots, pans, knives, glasses etc.. Additionally, the linens (specifically the bath towels) were scratchy and old. To save frustration an instruction book that reviews basics such as: • How to operate the quirky plumbing • How to operate the intercom/door buzzer • Where to put your trash as it fills up • Which of the 5 different keys goes to what door The people at Special Places were responsive to all our concerns. They were also very helpful at planning excursions (zip line/ATV, Deep Sea Fishing, etc..), arranging golf carts, restaurant reservations and airport transfers. We had a wonderful time and Playa Flamingo is a lovely small town. We highly recommend Coco Loco on the beach for great meals, cocktails and sunsets (we went 3 times). Amigos Tacos & Beer at the bottom of the hill is great for a casual lunch!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Mary Jo L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Views a true work of art.

We traveled to Costa Rica as a group of 5 friends. The set up of the house was perfect. The pool was large and allowed for lounging, swimming and the most amazing views. The interior of the home is a work of art. The natural wood furniture, the owners personal artwork and the design is amazing. The location of the property is also great. The walk to the beach was a challenging one - if you have issues with hiking I would recommend that you rent a car, the home has a garage and that worked out perfect for our group. The small bodega store at the bottom of the hill was perfect for incidental supplies and beverages. There is a larger grocery store about a mile or two away for larger shopping trips. We weren't notified that there would be maid service mid week, and that there were landscapers on a few of the days. It caught us a bit off guard but they were very professional and kind. Instructions on how to use the stereo sound system would have helped as we saw outside speakers but could not get it to work. Special Places provided us Phem to help coordinate everything and I can tell you she is wonderful. Even directing us to a local fish market that we would have never found - delicious. The catamaran tour she suggested on the Lazy Lizard was spectacular. The crew were amazing and the sighting of mating sea turtles, pods of dolphins, the hump back whale and the snorkeling trip being able to touch a puffer fish thanks to Luis. This vacation was just what we needed. We would return to this property and definitely use Special Places again for future travel. Thank you to the owners of this property for sharing it with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Dane T.

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

Great property, needs some maintenance

We were a group of 6 adults. The property is gorgeous and centrally located. We enjoyed the stay but there are a few maintenance issues which we also expressed to the property manager. The property is well appointed and has a fully equipped kitchen including a nice array of spices and cooking tools.The property is very clean and has stunning views. Be prepared to fumble among multiple keys because for some reason the locks have not all been keyed the same and you will need about 5 different keys to access various areas of the house. The biggest issue for us was the courtyard suite. It was completely unusable to us due to the foul sewer like smell emanating from the plumbing. This smell was solely confined to this suite. The property managers “fix” was to leave the a/c blasting. It took 3 of the 5 days we were there for the smell to somewhat dissipate. The second biggest issue was the shower faucet for the upstairs suite. The handles are lovely but because of their design people have abused them while trying to turn on the water. This has resulted in the handle being broken and you have to mangle about to find the hot water because the handle just continues to spin. Additionally the outside shower for the pool does not work which from previous posts has been a continual problem and has not been addressed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy A.

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

Amazing views and great staff to give us info for our stay!

Our stay at the home was more than we imagined. The home was awesome and the pool was amazing to be at any time of the day. The location was close to restaurants but quiet enough to enjoy some downtime. We would for sure come back to this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sara A.

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

Paradise!

Best family vacation ever! We were there for a week with 5 adults and 3 kids, and there was more than enough room for all. The bedrooms were spacious, the king sized beds were comfy and it was nice that every room has its own bathroom. The pool and patio for shade was perfect for all ages. (The view!!!!!) Phem and Alonso were always ready to answer any questions (patiently as well!) and super helpful with golf cart rental and booking excursions. (Highly recommend getting a golf cart, the hill to and from the beach is quite steep!) We did 2 excursions, a catamaran snorkeling and sunset cruise with The Lazy Lizard that was fantastic (the crew went above and beyond!) and a waterfall/bridge/volcano with AdvenTours that was amazing! (Ask for Goose, he was fun and extremely knowledgeable) All that said..... the view from the infinity pool is the BEST part of this villa, truly breathtaking!!!! We all can’t wait to come back! Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

kristin s.

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

Breathtaking views

The home was lovely and the views were breathtaking. The beach and restaurants are within walking distance. Playa Flamingo has everything you need, but it is much more low key than Tamarindo. Which we liked. Alfonso was quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. Check in was easy. We did feel rushed with check out, which is suppose to be 11:00am but the maid service showed up at 8:00 while we were eating breakfast and trying to finish packing our belongings, and started cleaning around us. Otherwise highly recommended property with tons of excursions and an awesome beach nearby.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Amazing experience.

Went to Costa Rica to enjoy a birthday week with my family. There were 3 couples total coming in from 2 different cities. I mention this because the service of Special Places staff, specifically Phem was spectacular, and when I speak of this later I want to make sure they get full credit. The house is exactly as explained, looks and is as described as it really is. Beautiful views and is exactly what you think of in a Costa Rica villa. Well maintained and cared for and the indoor outdoor living is spectacular. Location is wonderful, the small local town has everything you need from small grocery stores to restaurants to beaches to gelato stand. If you don’t find what you want go another mile down the road and there is another group of restaurants and stores to get supplies at. I believe the service was the real difference maker from the 15 or more places we have rented through Home away over the years. My family came in from two different locations and our our flights were delayed. Phem had arranged our ground transportation to pick us up at airport when our 2nd plane arrived which was a 3pm. One of our flights got delayed till 10:30pm. I contacted Phem and she arranged a second transport for our late group, responding to my request within an hour of setting it up while we were stuck in airports. She also arranged for the first sister to get the keys and check In before the arrival of the primary guest, so they could begin enjoying the house while they waited for us. Phem arranged golf carts for 4 days of our trip and a 4 wheel drive for the second part of our trip. She arranged delivery and pick up of the vehicles including confirmation and everything. I would recommend staying with the golf carts the entire time next time we go down. We used the car to go to the volcano, and explore a few towns further away, but ultimately we could have taken tours of this instead. For sure get golf carts as they are the best way to get around the 3 closest towns. Phem arranged for us to have some grocery delivery to house prior to arrival so we wouldn’t have to shop the second we got to villa. And finally when the rental car pick up was late and our airport shuttle was already there and waiting she verified the car pick up for us. Phem and special places did an amazing job. Rent this villa and use there services you won’t regret it. Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linsly D.

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

Wonderland. Loved it all

Alonso made our trip magnificent. Truely a heart's delight to stay here. Wish we were back already.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

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

Amazing!

Simply an amazing trip! Four couples shared the Villa, and it was the best vacation I have ever had! The house is everything it was advertised to be, and we loved it! Special Places of CR was really great. All personnel were friendly and helpful. The area is really quiet and peaceful and everyone is so kind and gentle. It was our first time to Costa Rica, but we will be returning many times after this trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Perfect villa in the middle of everything.

Our party of 8 adults recently had the pleasure of staying at this Villa in April of 2019. It was perfect! The room, the privacy, the views!!!!! I can’t say enough. Phem and Special Places took care of everything we needed, and I mean everything. From a new propane tank for the BBQ, a new coffee maker, excursions, golf carts....... everything. If you can, ask for Gonzo (Heiner) for your tour guide, the dude is awesome! I highly recommend staying here if your in the Playa Flamingo area. An easy golf cart ride up to Playa Potrero or down to Playa Brasilito you have plenty of options to eat, drink, and explore right in your back yard. One warning to consider or be aware of. The hill that the house sits on is better with a golf cart. Can get quite tiring hiking up and down all the time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H., Anoka, Minnesota

What are the ABCs of a Great Vacation? An Awesome, Beautiful and Captivating Villa

Our family of 7 were so very fortunate to stay at Villa Bourgainvillea 4 in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica for 8 days in February 2019. We had 5 adults and 2 children ages 5 and 7 that thoroughly enjoyed all that Villa Bourgainvillea and the communities around Playa Flamingo had to offer. Our family travels every year in February to a tropical location and our stay in Costa Rica at Villa Bourgainvillea was second to none. It surpassed our expectations! The villa is absolutely beautiful, with so much living space both inside and out. The views of Brasilito Bay and Playa Flamingo took our breath away! We opened up the entire house with the large fold-away doors to create a flow though living area from the pool to the living room, dining, kitchen areas. The ceiling fans and the the ocean breezes kept us cool and comfortable even with the temps in the mid 90s during the day. The 4 bedrooms, each with separate baths, gave everyone privacy and personal space. The pool was so large and the patio surrounding it is enormous, offering shade and sun to meet everyone’s preference. The kids and adults spent many hours in and around the pool soaking up the warm Costa Rican sun! Our tours/excursions took us to waterfalls, volcanos, rainforests, plantations, rivers (with an abundance of wildlife from crocs to monkeys). A beautiful sailing cruise took us up and down the coast with stops for snorkeling and beach time. Our transportation/tour drivers were exceptional- very knowledgeable and with so much personality! We had such a GREAT time! We ate some meals at the villa every day, and had beverages and snacks available ALL day. In the evening, the restaurants around Playa Flamingo provided us with delicious menu selections that made everyone happy! The villa itself and the concierge services of Special Places is set up to create an exceptional vacation in Costa Rica! Phem and her team provided the best concierge services we have experienced in all our travels. She and her team arranged transportation to and from the airport, the rental car (delivered to the villa), 3 tours/excursions of our choice and groceries delivered to the villa (to get us by the first day of our stay). Phem kept in touch with us when our plane was delayed both coming and going from Costa Rica, providing excellent service to accommodate for our delays. The people we met were so friendly, warm and welcoming. We will, without a doubt, be returning to Costa Rica. Pura Vida!!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Awesome, Beautiful and Captivating Villa

Our family of 7 were so very fortunate to stay at Villa Bourgainvillea 4 in Playa Flamingo, Costa Rica for 8 days in February 2019. We had 5 adults and 2 children ages 5 and 7 that thoroughly enjoyed all that Villa Bourgainvillea and the communities around Playa Flamingo had to offer. Our family travels every year in February to a tropical location and our stay in Costa Rica at Villa Bourgainvillea was second to none. It surpassed our expectations! The villa is absolutely beautiful, with so much living space both inside and out. The views of Brasilito Bay and Playa Flamingo took our breath away! We opened up the entire house with the large fold-away doors to create a flow though living area from the pool to the living room, dining, kitchen areas. The ceiling fans and the the ocean breezes kept us cool and comfortable even with the temps in the mid 90s during the day. The 4 bedrooms, each with separate baths, gave everyone privacy and personal space. The pool was so large and the patio surrounding it is enormous, offering shade and sun to meet everyone’s preference. The kids and adults spent many hours in and around the pool soaking up the warm Costa Rican sun! Our tours/excursions took us to waterfalls, volcanos, rainforests, plantations, rivers (with an abundance of wildlife from crocs to monkeys). The beautiful sailing cruise took us up and down the coast with a stop for snorkeling and beach time. Our transportation/tour drivers were exceptional- very knowledgeable and with so much personality! We had such a GREAT time! The villa itself and the concierge services of Special Places is set up to create an exceptional vacation! Phem and her team provided the best concierge services we have experienced in all our travels. She and her team arranged transportation to and from the airport, the rental car (delivered to the villa), 3 tours/excursions of our choice and groceries delivered to the villa (to get us by the first day of our stay). Phem kept in touch with us when our plane was delayed both coming and going from Costa Rica, providing excellent service to accommodate for our delays. The people we met in Costa Rica were so friendly, warm and welcoming. We will, without a doubt, be returning to Costa Rica and booking with Special Places! PURA VIDA!!!

8/10 Good

Robert M.

Living the Good Life

We really enjoyed the property it was truely beautiful with the views it provided. I would have the plant that covered the archway really trimmed back as the bluish flowers came down in buckets and gets messy. Other than that its fantastic. We were lucky we got most of our planned events done inspite of morning and afternoon/evening rains. October is not the best month. This is not the properties fault.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
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10/10 Excellent

jessica b.

Beautiful!

Villa Bougainvillea was absolutely amazing! The views were incredible and we loved the town of Flamingo. Special Places did a wonderful job arranging our transportation and excursions. They also made some wonderful recommendations in regards to activities, restaurants etc. We did encounter a few difficulties with the house such as breakers tripping, loose shower handles etc. All were minor and quickly attended to by Special Places when reported. Overall an incredible vacation and incredible villa! We will be back! I wish I was there now!