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Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Beach
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach

Highly sought after location! Just north of Tamarindo and across the bay from Flamingo Beach is the small coastal town of Potrero and Penca Beach. This smartly furnished, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house is a 2 minute walk to Penca Beach - one of Guanacaste’s most beautiful white sand beaches. Snorkel, skimboard, jog, swim, beachcomb, wade in tidepools or simply sunbathe and enjoy the gorgeous scenery by day, watch a different spectacular sunset every evening and stargaze by night. The sound of the surf will lull you sleep in this home built on stilts, nestled in the greenbelt tree canopy - A great place to relax with window seats to view monkeys, birds and iguanas or take a siesta. If you want to experience the real Costa Rica look no further. This is "Pura Vida" defined! Get to know the local culture in Potrero, where you can practice your Spanish on friendly Ticos, join in a soccer game or hit the Farmer’s Market Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. There are 3 grocery stores and 3 restaurants within a 5 minute walk from the house. To the north is the Las Catalinas township where you can explore other beautiful beaches, enjoy a gourmet lunch, rent SUP boards, snorkeling equipment & mountain bikes to ride on their trails. Public transportation bus stops within easy walking distance. Private and shared tours and transportation available.

Property manager

Melissa Chellemi

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

Steps Away From Beautiful Penca Beach Potrero
Steps Away From Beautiful Penca Beach Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Guanacaste, Potrero

What's nearby

  • Penca Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Prieta - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Playa Potrero - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 13 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Conchal Beach - 58 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Gracia - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach located?

Situated in Tempate, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Penca Beach and Playa Prieta are also within 15 minutes.

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Steps away from beautiful Penca Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas S.

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

Awesome

Awesome family location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

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

Outstanding Home Away From Home in Potrero

Melissa and Richard were incredible hosts and every part of this property is spectacular. The home itself is beautiful and cared for very well. The sunroom was our favourite space to spend time in the mornings and evenings, listening to the birds and howler monkeys. The proximity to the beach is remarkable. The local community offers a number of great restaurants and gelato which is a short walk from the house. Thank you for providing a great stay, we will definitely be back on our next visit to Costa Rica!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

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

Penca/Portrero

This property is perfect for so many! Birdwatchers, beach lovers, get away from super touristy spots with great local restaurants but close enough to drive to more “popular spots.” Casa Canciones is beautifully maintained, spotless inside and located on an amazing property where we saw so many incredible birds,iguanas and a couple monkeys from the screened in porch! All just about a block from the beach. We highly recommend this home. The owners are close by and so responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

anna R.

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

Great house

Melissa was great. She went out of her way to help us and was there for any questions we had. We enjoyed walks to the beach, seeing animals in the backyard and exploring the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

One of our favourite places

We spent three weeks here this year, after spending about 10 days last year. We were so glad we went back as this is truly one of our favourite spots in the world, just a short walk to beautiful and quiet beaches, and surrounded by trees and wildlife including howler monkeys. We love being a little off the beaten track but still within walking distance of great restaurants and shops, and a short drive from bigger towns like Flamingo and Tamarindo. Melissa and Richard are perfect hosts.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inka H.

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

Lovely house by the sea

We had a perfect stay at this wonderful house very close to Playa Penca. There was nothing we missed. The house is fully equipped, very comfortable and neat. Thanks to Melissa and Richard who were very kind hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Great house and great host

Great house in a wonderful location. Located a little away from the tourist areas it offers an amazing local feel. The beach is a short walk away and is quiet, more picturesque, and with far fewer people than other beaches in the area. The food at the local restaurants is amazing, the people are phenomenal, and the host is awesome! Book it, but dont tell too many people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg L.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

We had an incredible time during our stay! We had everything we needed and the proximity to the beach was fantastic. Our hosts were extremely helpful when we had a questions. The property was well maintained, and loved the back screened in porch. We would love to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eline S., Houston, USA

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

Fantastic beach house

The location is amazing, only 1 minute walk from a beautiful (swimming) beach. The house is well equipped and very spacious. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich W.

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

Very pleasant time

Nice hosts, nice property, nice location. I'd stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corey G.

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

Excellent

I do not think, there are more hospitable host! Melissa went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The house was just the right size for my wife and I and two teenaged boys. The location is great. I would and hopefully will, stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gus S.

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

Fantastic vacation

Our first time in Costa Rica and it's hard to imagine how it could have been better. Great location, welcoming and helpful hosts, comfortable living and so much to see! Thank you, Melissa and Richard, for helping make our stay so enjoyable. Hope to see you again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina g., Parker, CO

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

Amazing stay

We are very happy with our stay at Penca Beach guesthouse! Hosts went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable at their property. Lots of useful tips about local shops, restaurants and activities. After exploring the other beach towns we were so glad we chose Potrero, it was more authentic and not so busy yet had everything we were looking for - nice beach, farmers markets, decent local and international restaurants. Thank you Melissa for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Perfect!

Melissa has curated a wonderful oasis, right next to a beautiful beach. Can't recommend this place enough. She was also very helpful with providing local recommendations as well. Thanks for making our vacation great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

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

Wonderful

Very beautiful property, a one minute walk to a quiet beach. My wife and I witnessed a turtle hatching on the beach! We would recommend this place to anyone, Melissa and her husband were wonderful hosts.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

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

Amazing Property

We stayed at a resort for a work event the first half of the trip and wanted a less touristy area for the second half. We got exactly what we wanted with this property! Penca Beach was a short walk to the end of the street and many restaurants at the other end. We enjoyed the back porch and loved listening to the wildlife.The owners and caretaker were very quick to communicate, yet we felt like we had the property to ourselves most of the time. What a wonderful visit. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon P.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

A tranquil oasis with beautiful house and grounds. Melissa was a lovely host who made herself available to answer any questions and even arranged our transportation to and from the airport. This is an ideally located property with respect to proximity to the beautiful beach and the quaint town. First class
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee B., Andover. MN

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

Melissa was very timely with her responses. It was clean and just as described.

We felt a part of the local community here and was walkable to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis-Philippe L.

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

Perfect

Great property, great location! The beach is amazing! Hous has everything you can need and very comfortable. Thanks to our hosts! Going in my faves!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely!

The location is a little remote, but it's quiet, quaint, and close to beautiful Penca Beach—THE place to watch stunning sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

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

Perfect, stress-free retreat!

The location is perfect-easy walk to Playas Penca, Potrero and Prieta. The home is charming and elegant but very comfortable. We had everything we needed. Well equipped to cook in, but also within walking distance of restaurants, sodas and groceries. Melissa and Richard were perfect hosts - non-intrusive yet always available. Definitely rated 11 out of 10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

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

Wonderful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, great coffee, pizza and gelato within walking distance, most importantly absolutely magical beaches that we predominantly had to ourselves, but a short drive to more touristy areas like Tamarindo. We highly recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn G.

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

Wedding anniversary / first trip to Costa Rica

Great location and friendly small town. Very close to many nice beaches. Exactly what the description of property stated. Owner / host was very friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Great location, beautiful home, super host.

Great location, we walked to the beach every morning and went for a swim. Beautiful home, fun watching the monkeys in the tree right outside the window. Super host, Melissa gave us great suggests for places to ride and restaurants to eat at. We had a great time.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matthew E.

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

Amazing! Stay here.

The property was safe, convenient, comfortable, and well appointed. It was perfect for a family of 5. The air conditioning was appreciated with outdoor temps in the mid 90’s. The beach had soft sand, crystal clear water, and fun waves to play in.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023