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Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape

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Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer

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

The perfect Surf Side Vacation starts at Casa Columbine.

New 2 Bed & 2 Bath Home with pool and easy beach access. The beach access is across the road and a 3 minute walk past 4 other homes to the Playa Potrero public access. The house is new and opened in January 2016.

Exclusive Private Home on Playa Potrero, awarded the prestigious Blue Flag designation as an outstanding ecological beach.

Steps away from the Ocean, and your private pool is right off the covered lanai. Playa Potrero is renowned for its soft volcanic sand, and gentle warm ocean water. It's the perfect swimmer's and walker's beach.

Casa Columbine is the perfect location for the “Beach Hopper” with many world class beaches nearby. There is Potrero for Relaxation, Flamingo and Tamarindo for People Watching and Shopping, Penca and Prieta for Seclusion, Conchal for getting Back to Nature and Playa Grande for Costa Rica's best surfing.

The best Sun, Surf, Pool, Beaches, Restaurants, Bars, Jungles, that Costa Rica has to offer. Your visit includes membership at the Costa Rica Sailing Center (renting sailboats, stand uo surfboard, bikes and yoga classes), a 5 minute walk down the beach.

Your stay will begin with picking up the keys to Casa Columbine from our professional property management company (they can arrange transportation, tours, shopping for groceries and even a private chef!). Your stay will be uninterrupted, peaceful, and everything you should expect from a beach vacation in Costa Rica.

Property manager

Mike Malone

Languages

English

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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

  • 3 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 park
  • 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

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.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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

Map
Potrero, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Potrero - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Penca Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Playa Prieta - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Conchal Beach - 16 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gracia Mar Vista - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬15 min walk

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.

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. Flamingo Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Casa Columbine Private Beach Side Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

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

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

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

10/10

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

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

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

10/10

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

This was an amazing place would have loved to spend more time at this magical get away
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Concierge was amazing! We were taken care of from day one!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

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

Home was perfect for us
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Loved this place, would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10

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

10/10

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

I would recommend staying here to anyone
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021

10/10

This was our second stay at Casa Columbine and everything was wonderful, just as before! The location is great for short drives to other beaches (since Potrero is a little too rocky for our kids), especially Flamingo and Prieta. Great restaurants near by as well!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10

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

this home was PERFECT for us and our 2 boys! Would LOVE to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10

Took our 9 month old and couldn’t have worked better. 3 minutes to water, short walk or drive to the restaurants, and authentic CR feel. Our host was awesome to communicate with as well. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We loved Casa Columbine! Really quiet and private, we especially enjoyed the pool and backyard area, as well as some of the other amenities like beach chairs, coolers, and kayak! Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

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

10/10

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

Everything about Casa Columbine was perfect. The location, the comfort of the home, the well-equipped kitchen, the concierge service, the amenities, etc.. Simply the best VRBO home we have stayed in over the years. If our travels bring us back to Playa Potrero without a doubt we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

House is well located to beach area and small grocery store. Must be comfortable and able to walk to everything.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023