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Consider a stay at A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • 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.

A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home

Casa Ola Perfecta (Home of the Perfect Wave) is an ocean front three level 5000+ square foot 4 bedroom 3 bath home decorated in Pura Vida (Pure Life) surf motif. This contemporary vacation home sits atop a 30 foot bluff directly in front of the world class surf break known as Playa Negra. The home boasts 3 large and very private outdoor living areas on each of its 3 levels. The home is a short 20 minute drive from Tamarindo airport or and 60 minutes from Liberia International (LIR).

The first living level has a large Cabana with a queen bed and couch, an open air kitchen perfect for entertaining, and a full bath. It is adjacent to an over-sized infinity edge pool with spa, slide, and custom lighting features. The pool is surrounded by 600 square feet of sun deck and a terraced grass area for sunning, and don't forget the hammock! A full compliment of patio furniture makes this the perfect place to lounge. From everywhere on the deck or within the pool or spa you have a front row seat watching surfers at Playa Negra or a spectacular Guanacaste sunset.

The second living level has over 600 square feet of covered deck. The interior contains 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. (Master suite with it's own bath, a guest suite and the 'dorm room' which has 5 custom built teak bunks share a bath). A complete kitchen with stove, oven and microwave, an extra large living room and a dining room with seating for over 10 persons makes this the perfect house for large families or multiple families and guests.

The third level has an extremely private 1000+ square foot sun deck complete with chaise loungers. This area offers views of spectacular panoramic sunsets and unbelievable star gazing.

The house has 3 HD TVs, Sky satellite (similar to direct TV) and 6 SONOS systems so that you can play your favorite music throughout the house using the music on your favorite wireless device.

Rental fees are based upon occupancy.

Keywords: surf, beach front, ocean front, tropical, warm, pool

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching 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
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

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 a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Map
Playa Negra, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Vista aérea de playa Langosta, Costa Rica
    Playa Langosta
    35 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Playa Tamarindo in Costa Rica
    Tamarindo Beach
    53 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Playa Negra
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Playa Pargos
    6 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    31 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Ventana Del Surfista
    9 min drive
  • Rum Bar
    22 min drive
  • Lola's
    10 min drive
  • Waves and Cream
    22 min drive
  • Hacienda Pinilla Beach Club
    23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home located?

Situated on the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Playa Negra, Playa Pargos and Callejones Beach. Blanca Beach and Playa Lagartillo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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A Surfer's Paradise - Modern Playa Negra Beach Front Home Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house and the views were spectacular. We came for a wedding celebration and enjoyed all our down time at the house. The pool area with the kitchen was wonderful! Cooking while enjoying the fiery and vibrant sky was a memory we won’t forget. The Beach Grass rental company answered all our questions and helped with securing a boat for fishing. It was hard to leave such a beautiful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mason M.

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

Excellent House on the Beach

The house was great and had all the comforts of home. The beach access was tremendous. The area is very welcome to travelers and the the Beach Grass Rental Company was excellent to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea V.

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

Truly is a paradise

This was such a beautiful property and location. The house is right on the beach and has beautiful views. Communication with the property manager was very helpful and we highly recommend this place and will be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darby B.

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

A surf dream

As a group of mostly academics, we were looking for some peace and quiet during spring break and found it here. The pool had a great view of the waves and we watched each other surf while floating in the pool with a frozen cocktail in hand. A very short drive to a truly delicious breakfast at Cafe Corazon, multiple good meals within a short drive or a beach walk. The enclosed upstairs provided plenty of A/C cool for us to lounge together and the rooms were cool enough to sleep comfortably, all of us coming from a snowy climate. One week went by too quickly!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlow L.

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

Great layout to enjoy as a group!

We were recently at Casa Ola Perfecta with a group of 10, celebrating a 50th anniversary. We loved the layout on the main floor with the pool, kitchen, dining and hang out area. We also enjoyed the access to the beach for morning beach walks and watching the surfers. We also really enjoyed the area. You do need a vehicle, but hidden gems were everywhere. We had the best ever french toast at Soul Shine and a wonderful celebratory dinner at Villa Deevena. Other nights we stayed in and cooked to enjoy the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

That View!!

We truly enjoyed our time at Rancho Playa Negra. The view was breathtaking and we all loved the downstairs pool area. Even though the house seems like it's off the beaten path, there were still some incredible restaurants within 5 minutes of the house. We ate at Kontiki twice! Their wood fired pizza was delicious and we also had the pleasure of dining at Villa Deevena which was delicious and had a great wine list. The house was beautiful and very well stocked. The pool temp was perfect. Refreshing but not cold. I could float in there all day! Lots of pool toys for the kids and the full kitchen near the pool was great for drinks and snacks. We really loved our stay and would highly recommend this property to all!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

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

Perfecta Property, People & Ola's

My wife and I just finished an amazing 12 nights at Casa Ola Perfecta. Our vacation had one requirement, relaxation after a stressful year. My wife and I have been constant travelers all over the world for the past 16 years and hands down this was the most relaxing vacation we've had. Why you might ask? Unless you choose to play music, the only thing you hear are waves. Located on beautiful Playa Negra, you'll have a great surf break 5 min walk from the property, 5 more minutes and you have amazing swimming and a beginner surf break. You can also walk endless miles down beach to the north. If it's hot and you choose morning and evening beach, then enjoy the massive infinity pool and plenty of shade in the outdoor kitchen area. Yes the pool is as great as it looks. We did these things every day and that was about it, that equals relaxing! Mary the property manager is AMAZING! The communication with her was great, she offered some fantastic tips on local place to eat & coffee. She even arranged for flowers & a cake or my wife birthday! Her and Magaly (Housekeeping) stocked our fridge before we arrived and made that process so easy. I highly recommend this because the nearest large grocery is 35-45 min drive. The House, Very clean and has absolutely everything you could ask for in the kitchen (both of them). Bed comfy and so many towels linens etc. Can't say enough about the People, Beach, House and Community. This is Pura Vida! Joel & Wendy
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect house on the beach! House is well stocked with kitchen equipment, spices and condiments which makes cooking easy. Love everything about this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad W.

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

Amazing quiet location that you elliptical want to go back to.

Location and house is great. Quiet surfer beach, could walk about 1.2 miles south of house and a little bit north of home. Great pool, house needs a little love in some spots but overall highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna Q.

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

Perfect Location!!

The location was amazing. The house suited our family. The downstairs pool deck with outdoor kitchen and bbq was perfect. We spent most our time down there. Thank you til next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

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

Amazing location in Playa Negra!

Not only is the property amazing, but the location can't be beat! Pool/Outdoor kitchen area is perfection. The property manager, Mary was so helpful and quick to answer any questions we had. Waves crashing and sunsets galore.....never gets old.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Amazing

Casa Ola Perfecta was simply perfecta. Space for all, entertainment for the teens, location was ideal. All recommendations from Mary (property manager) were excellent, La Ventana for catering, Lola’s on the beach, adventure day at Rincon de la Vieja, boat tour at Palo Verde… I would recommend staying here to everyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

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

Perfect Choice

The staff at the house was excellent. Everything was exactly as described and exceeded expectations. A short walk to town with some incredible food and coffee shops. Our kids loved boogie boarding, the tide pools, surfing and returning to the pool after. This house has stunning views and I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Great Costa Rica trip!

We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful Oceanside house over spring break. The pool, the views, the outdoor kitchen and the Playa Negra area were all great! Our group had two families with 4 adults and 6 teens in total. The house worked very well for this size of a group. Also, the property manager and her staff did a terrific job helping line up some local activities, giving advice and keeping the house clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

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

Amazing Views

The property is absolutely beautiful! The pictures don’t do the views out justice. Mary was super helpful getting all excursions off the property booked. Also very responsive to any questions I had while we were staying at the house. The house is so spacious, plenty of room for our large group. The pool was perfect. The kids especially loved the water slide. Everything was clean and ready for our arrival. I can’t say one bad thing about the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi F.

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

Pura Vida

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with family at Ola Perfecta. It was extraordinary! Mary was a delight to work with throughout the rental process -she is so thorough and reponsive. The house is exceptional..it is well equipped for families and the views are breathtaking. We all loved the pool area and star gazing on the third level. Kids loved the tide pools and going for smoothies and pipas at hotel nearby,. Sunsets were gorgeous. Truly Pura Vida
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth P.

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

Paradise in Playa Negra

This is the place you never want to leave. The views, sounds, sights, weather all so spectacular. The pool is the highlight for it is large, deep (5') and perfect for cooling off during the hot day (90-95F). The beach is a short walk down a grassy slope; the shore is rocky with many cool volcanic formations, starfish, coral, and other flora and fauna. There is sandy beach for swimming just 100 yards away. The house is gorgeous and well suited for our group of 6 adults. You must drive everywhere on dusty or muddy roads to get to anything. Tamarindo is 30-ish minutes away and where much of the activities (e.g. ATV rides, turtle sanctuaries, good restaurants) are located.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

AMAZING!

Cannot say enough great things about this house. The location is amazing. The house is gorgeous and extremely clean. The outdoor kitchen is a great way to prepare a meal while continuing to enjoy the outdoors and view. The pool has everything you need and more to have a fun and relaxing time. Super impressed with the outdoor living space. Security is really well done as well. We lucked out with some great surf on our stay. Checking the waves is as easy as looking towards the beach while you are having a coffee/beer. The property manager, Mary was super welcoming and available if we needed her however everything has been outlined for you in their property manual. Thank you to Mary and Chuck. We had a great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great getaway

This property and location are great for a laid back, not-too-much doing vacation. The house is big and bedrooms separated nicely for privacy and sound. Lots of everything on hand...meaning loads of cooking utensils, and dishes/glasses, pool toys and towels...everything. Pool is great for adults and "landing zone" benches and stools in water make it easy for kids, even not great swimmer kids. The town is tiny, just a few houses, but it seems every other one is a restaurant! No shortage of easy to find places to eat and two well stocked mini-marts, too. You MUST have a vehicle as walking to things not an option, really. Beach is beautiful and only yards away. Good for wave walks, and tide pool adventures, some swimming in strong surf, as advertised. No real good snorkeling that I found off this beach. The only disappointment was Mary, the property manager. She was difficult to communicate with and not real helpful. Example on last day, when I asked, 'where should I leave the key?" ...got the answer, "Leave it where you found it" Not friendly or helpful. Other than that, a great place and a great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim G.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Thoughtful Mixed Review

I was highly disappointed with the property manager, from incomplete responses to no response prior to arrival, that quite evidently, carried over to a vendetta that negatively impacted our experience. Upon check-in there was a parade of horribles, we were taken through the home and threatened with numerous items "if you break it, you buy it." As a fellow VRBO member I understand owners want to keep their properties nice, it is common knowledge if you cause damage, you are responsible. At this price point or any price point for that matter, owners are able to choose who to rent to and are fully aware if there will be families with children. I expect the property to be in good repair, clean, and management to be courteous and professional. If management is concerned that "children wet the bed" then mattress covers should be on the beds before arrival. I believe mattress covers from a hygiene perspective should be standard regardless of children being a guest. The lack of cleanliness was from mega trash at the head of the bunk beds between the wall and the bed, dirty stove, grill, torn sheet on bed, and significant disrepair. Probably none of this (and more) I would have focused on had the property manager been helpful, a pleasure to work with, professional and welcoming to my family. This property is located in an absolutely beautiful setting and we immensely enjoyed the views, watching the surfers, walking down the beach to get something to eat, and playing in the ocean!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Incredible beachfront house!

You should book this house now. We plan to return for a much longer visit because Casa Ola Perfecta is a fantastic beachfront property! We cannot say enough good things about it: from the stunning sunsets to the incredibly comfortable beds—and everything in between—this place has it all. We loved hanging out in the pool, walking on the beach, eating meals outdoors on the main porch (we ordered from Jen at Cafe La Ventana—highly recommend!), watching stars on the third level deck (just as stunning as when we go sailing!)… you do not need to leave the house to have a perfect vacation. Some of the details: Mary, the property manager, is wonderful. She provided help with all manner of questions we had prior to arriving, then met us at the house to go over functional details (including how to work the jacuzzi bubbles and the pool fountains :-) ). She was also full of recommendations and set up a driver (Jeffery—who we also highly recommend!) to transport us to and from the house. After our airport pick up, Jeffery even stopped and waited for us to grocery shop at the large, well-stocked store in Tamarindo before driving the 45 minutes to the beach house. Having Mary’s help is a very valuable addition to renting this property, especially if it is your first time in the area or the country. If you are security-conscious, the neighborhood is gated with a guard and has a staff that patrols the property. You can secure your valuables in a safe (provided). These measures plus using common sense and following the often-shared advice for the country (do not leave important possessions unattended, especially in your rental car) left us feeling safe. If you happen to be a surfer, the house is called “Casa Ola Perfecta” for a reason. Enough said. ;-) Again, we highly recommend Casa Ola Perfecta. Treat yourself and reserve it now! When you arrive, if you are curious about the house history, peruse the information book (full of helpful details!) and smile at the joy it clearly brought owner Chuck and imagine him catching a wave out front. Thanks for sharing your slice of paradise with us, Mr. Kelly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb C.

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

Amazing

We had an amazing stay at casa Ola perfecta. House is incredibly well stocked and the location is second to none. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kirk g.

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

Great stay

Ola Perfecta was true to its name. The location is unbelievable, views incredible, and local area magical. Mary, the property manager, was there to help us every step of the way, even when we had an injury issue. While there, we had Ben and Arthur come and cook us traditional Costa Rican meals, and even teach us how to make our own. It was a great adventure.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

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

Best deck in Playa Negra!

Such an amazing place. Perfect location with views of the surf break from the infinity pool! 2minute walk on the beach and your paddling out to the surf. Quick communication with Mary via WhatsApp and great restaurant recommendations. Would definitely love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic Property

We just had the best time. The house was beautiful but even more so were the views. Great location. Loved the pool and the rooms were very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022