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Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara

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9.8

Exceptional

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6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 12557 sq m

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Sámara, Guanacaste
  • Popular LocationSamara Beach14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarrillo Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Barrigona30 min drive

About this property

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

Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara

PUBLISHED RATES
Published rates are for the 4-bedroom Villa only. The optional cottage with its two 1-bedroom studios is available for an additional nightly fee. Please inquire about applicable seasonal rates.

DESCRIPTION:
Casa Lumenez is a 6,000 SF villa with an optional cottage set in a magnificent tropical setting within walking distance of Samara beach. It offers privacy and tranquility and is the perfect property for eco-minded guests seeking a luxury hideaway in a pristine environment with a culturally diversified nearby town with a variety of restaurants and shops.

The property's setting, open spaces, and lush grounds make it ideal for families, groups, large weddings, special occasions, and memorable celebrations. It is overseen by an experienced property manager and maintained by a dedicated and courteous staff.

Casa Lumenez overlooks one of the most beautiful panoramic ocean views along Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Pacific coast. Designed by an award-winning US-Costa Rican firm, the villa combines Spanish Colonial elegance with contemporary comfort.

The 6,000 SF living spaces are on one level. The villa's stylish architecture reflects a great attention to details and features locally crafted wood doors and windows, distinctive floor tiles, hand-selected marbles, and vaulted Pochote hardwood ceilings.

The elegant salon and adjoining spaces open onto a spacious covered terrace that overlooks a 50ft pool with massage jets. The modern kitchen is fully equipped and is enhanced with marble counters. Each of the four bedrooms is tastefully appointed with a designer Queen bed, stylish furniture, ample closets, and its own elegant bathroom with a large shower and marble counters. A crib is also available upon request.

Two additional one-bedroom cottage studios on the property also have their own baths and are available upon request for additional occupancy fees.

The property's lush landscaping features an amazing array of native flowering plants such as Birds of Paradise, Ginger, Heliconia, Jasmine, Bromeliad, Bougainvillea, and Gardenia. It also includes Palm, Avocado, Papaya, Plantain, Almond, Ficus, and Citrus trees. A large variety of colorful birds, butterflies, and howler monkeys can also be observed.

The villa’s eco-friendly design captures daytime ocean breezes and benefits from after-sunset gentle cool winds that sweep down from the Santo Domingo highlands.

On-site parking is available and high-speed fiber optics Wi-Fi Internet is complimentary.

The Legend of Casa Lumenez:
In 1502 Christopher Columbus made the first European landfall along a new stretch of the Central American shoreline. The area's lushness and apparent wealth earned it to be named Costa Rica which means rich coast.
Following three hundred years of Spanish rule Costa Rica along with other Central American provinces declared its independence in 1821. By then most of the original cultures had vanished and their historic vestiges were overtaken by the country's dense and rampant vegetation.
Rare excavations near the exceptional site of Casa Lumenez have yielded relics of pre-Columbian inhabitants. According to legend, the property's amazing setting may have been a ceremonial site for ancient indigenous cultures.
During the last century the property fell into neglect and was quasi abandoned. A few years ago the property was fully rehabilitated and its crumbling buildings were renovated and expanded.
Today's Casa Lumenez combines the elegance of historic Spanish colonial style with modern architectural flair and Eco-minded features. Every aspect of the property is intended to enhance guests' enjoyment of the property's amazing setting while remaining true to the Casa Lumenez legend.

Property manager

Maria Midani

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking not allowed and subject to a fine.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 6000 sq ft (557 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pool has various water depths and is not attended.

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Special dinners & celebrations can be arranged.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Sámara

Located in Sámara, this villa is in the city center and by the sea. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Safari Surf School and Jungle Butterfly Farm. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 14 min walk
  • Carrillo Beach - 9 min drive
  • Buena Vista Beach - 28 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona - 30 min drive
  • Guiones Beach - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roots bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara located?

Located in the heart of Sámara, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Samara Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Carrillo Beach. Playa Barrigona and Buena Vista Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View Casa Lumenez, Samara Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom M., Bonita Springs, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Trip
My travel group of 7 went for a 70th birthday celebration. Great time, great space and great area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful pool and outdoor space with great views. Close to town so quite convenient
A great experience for our group. Highly recommended.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Five stars - great stay!
Loved my stay at Casa Lumenez! The villa is breathtaking and the views cannot be beat. I especially loved the beautiful landscaping and all the wildlife that abounded. Adorable howler monkeys, iguanas, butterflies, and all sorts of tropical birds. The rooms were also very nice - comfortable, luxurious, great natural light. Another highlight was having the local masseuse, Sarah, come to the house and do massages. She’s incredible and it was so convenient!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saoirse R.

Liked: Cleanliness
OMG AMAZING
We are literally speechless. The second you enter the property youre in paradise. Within a minute of arriving and as the friendly staff member Yonnie unloaded our bags he points to a tree where we saw a family of the cutest monkeys passing through, he points again and lo and behold the smallest hummingbird I've ever seen—and then a pair of macaws swooped onto a nearby tree (FYI they're the size of wild turkeys it's cray). THE VIEW is literally the most amazing thing. The second you walk out on to the terrace it takes a second for it all to sink in, the pool and the ocean and the trees and the sound of the waves, it's so beautiful. We had such an incredible stay and the hosts were so nice to arrange for us to connect with the private chef who came and prepared an amazing five course dinner for us one night. WILL DEFINITELY COME AGAIN!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Paulina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at a charming villa
We just got back from our family vacation at Casa Lumenez. Overall, our stay was great. The villa is a short few min from Samara beach and town, which includes restaurants, bars, shops, grocery stores, etc. Very convenient location! Its situated on a beautiful and lush property with endless vegetation. The views of the ocean are breath taking. We saw lots of wildlife, such as parrots flying back and forth above us every day. The villa itself had an indoor/outdoor vibe and only the bedrooms, washrooms and kitchen are enclosed. All common spaces to eat and hang out are outside, which is very unique. The villa is definitely dated, but kept in good condition with some TLC needed in areas of wear and tear. We didn’t mind, it was warm and charming, but if you’re one of those people that expects perfection then certain things will annoy you. I would say the only negative for us were the beds. The mattresses seem cheap/old and are hard like a rock - I don’t think a single person woke up without an achy back throughout the trip. For the price we paid we were expecting to sleep on comfortable beds. Our contact at the property, Johnny, was wonderful and very responsive, and his sister who was the housekeeper was also very lovely. They came often to change towels, clean the pool, manage the overall property, and they were quiet as mice and we barely noticed them. The property manager Maria was also great to deal with - extremely responsive, provided lots of useful information, and made the overall process easy peasy. We rented two cars and we’re sure glad we did! We were traveling with kids and the hike to and from the beach and town would have been challenging since the villa is at the top of a hill. Overall we had a great time at Casa Lumenez and we’re very sad to leave Samara.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorious Stay in Paradise
To call Casa Lumenez breathtaking seems trite and frankly insufficiient. The moment you pass through the gates and enter the lush grounds, and then pass through the incredible antique spanish doors with of the mission style grand house, you are greeted with the most incredible sight of the pool with the ocean behind, and the smells and sounds of nature, flowers, birds. Incredible. The staff was so professional. The whole group of us was out and about during the day and we'd turn and look and everything would be clean and neat as though by magic, Truly speechless at how incredible and professional everyone is, And so gracious. The house is perfection. We never felt anything but pure comfort and even used the blankets at night--imagine that! It is so well ventilated that there is no humidity and no residual heat sticking about. My god, I want the bathrooms to take back home with me. And the mattresses. If I could've packed the whole house and moved it back with me I would've. The pool is gorgeous. Spent a great afternoon being massaged by the jets (when I wasn't getting a massage a few feet away by the massage therapist who provides services to Casa Lumenez guests on call by appointment). We even had families of monkey traverse the edge of the property on several early evenings and beautiful iguanas scurrying at nearby trees...and there were more birds of every color and song that we could keep track of. And...the private chef. Our group loves going to the best restaurants and we've been to most between DC and New York and many of us agreed that Casa Lumenez's chef prepared a dinner that was the best we'd ever had bar none. Perhaps a fluke, but then he did it again on another night and we knew he was the real deal. Definitely worth doing the cocktail pairing. An amazing marriage of local and foreign fusions and flavors. To the hosts: this is such a labor of love and joy that you have created and we are so grateful and so very appreciative that we had the immense pleasure and good fortune to be able to experience it. Casa Lumenez is a tropical gem that has absolutely no equal anywhere we've travelled. So much so that our rule that we don't repeat destinations was unanimously laughed away on our last night at Casa Lumenez as we watched shooting stars in the night sky and naturally resolved to return soon and for longer. Come and experience this magical paradise for yourselves--just don't take our dates!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Costa Rican Getaway!
This house is the perfect spot for a family or friends getaway. The view is stunning - a large pool and deck area with a view of the ocean and town of Samara. The beach and downtown are a short walk or even shorter drive! The local amenities are also incredibly impressive for such a small town! Samara Adventures provides access to activity trips locally and in surrounding towns. The local chef will come and prepare absolutely delightful dinners. There is also a local masseuse who will come do at-home messages. The restaurants in the town are also very good. The house itself is stunning and provides all the amenities you need for a relaxing and successful vacation: large kitchen with full-size appliances, bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, and large living area with comfortable couches and dining table large enough for a big group. I will definitely be going back and already looking forward to floating in the pool and the chef dinner!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Group Getaway
Breathtaking views. Gorgeous property, in fact, the photos don’t do it justice. Enjoyed all the outdoor spaces throughout the villa. Hired private chef Estiven per property manager’s recommendation. His food was a highlight of our stay. 10 min walk to beach/town and back up the hill to the house. Recommend renting a car as taxis are scarce. Not ideal for young kids, but I would rebook this listing in a heartbeat. Pura Vida for real!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent, relaxing retreat for large groups
We were a group of two families with young adult children and Casa Lumenez was an ideal spot for us. The house is nicely appointed with everything you need (and a very well-stocked kitchen), but not fussy. The indoor space is only an entrance and a kitchen. You walk out to a very large covered (and with multiple ceiling fans) living area with a large dining room table and multiple seating areas. From there you look over a gorgeous swimming pool to the ocean. The view is stunning. The bedrooms all have separate entrances and are accessed from the veranda. There are also two bedrooms in a guest house that are available if you ask. The house is a short drive (less than 5 minutes) into town and you can drive or walk to the beach--closest access is about a 7 minute walk (2 minute drive) and 20 minute walk into town. Maria was very responsive and easy to work with. She even helped us find a local restaurant that would cook the fish we caught! Cleaners came every other day which was perfect for us. We also used their recommended chef, Estivan, who made delicious dinners and was eager to please. Overall, a great spot for gathering with a large group.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn A., Charlottesville

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lumenez!
Eleven of us journeyed to Samara for the Christmas holiday, hoping for a place to relax and enjoy family time after an unsettling year of covid. Our expectations were met in spades! The house itself is beautifully laid out. Bedrooms and kitchen line the well-sized pool, w/ all-outdoor (roofed) living space in between. Views, through gardens, above pool, overlooking the ocean and ever-changing horizon are spectacular - changing w/ the movement and colors of sun, clouds, moon, stars. Waking up, seeing the light, hearing birds and howler monkeys, feeling the air, was joyous! (We also rented the second house, which was perfect for two toddlers and a nanny.) Maria suggested Estiven Arias, a local chef, who delighted us with 3 dinners and 2 breakfasts. We asked for Costa Rican fare and he did not disappoint! (He also runs a lunch take-out place with tacos, burgers, etc.) Estiven was professional, talented and put his heart into each event. For Christmas, he and his helpers brought their own lights and Santa decorations, adding much to the festivity of the evening! We enjoyed cooking in a few nights and trying some of the local restaurant fare - Gusto on the Beach and La Dolce Vida -- wonderful! (One thing, for planning - there is no oven but we preferred grilling anyway. Stove top and toaster oven are provided.) Johnny and his sister, Aryeri, are very helpful and keep the place clean and orderly...and Maria is very responsive to emails. We found that a rental car was helpful (only 3 days since we had not pre-ordered). The beach is close but we had two toddlers-steep uphill was a challenge. Town is only a 15-20 minute walk, but with lots of groceries, we preferred wheels. Cabs were difficult to get - perhaps because of the week. Golf carts could have been a good solution. However, we made it all work! (Super China best big grocery; don't miss Casa Maxou gelato in "food court" across from Gusto; fresh fish -neighborhood at bottom of hill.) We enjoyed a few fun pre-planned activities. With Samara Adventures - a sunset cruise, which ended up including an hour+ with the first whales of the season - and the Samara Trails hike. We loved True Blue Vue for massages. All were hits...as was hanging out at Gusto and La Dolce during days on the beach (with lounges, cushions, food and drink - perfect!). Surf boards are easily rented-$10 and the surf is perfect for beginners. We loved our time at Casa Lumenez and highly recommend it !!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021