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Outdoor dining
TV
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10301 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach

• We are currently offering a 10% discount*, feel free to inquire if it applies to your dates.

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Welcome to Casa Xanadu, proudly hosted by Stay in Tamarindo. This paradise offers stunning views of two beaches, a National Park, a Wildlife Estuary, and mountains, all just minutes from downtown and the beach, with easy access to local attractions and surf check right outside your window.

Standout Features:

• Stunning views of two beaches, a National Park, a Wildlife Estuary, and mountains.
• Minutes from downtown, cafes, and local attractions.
• Surf check right from your window.
• Visit from playful howler monkeys.
• Quiet retreat with easy access to town.
• Open-air living room for a natural, refreshing vibe.
• A/C in bedrooms for added comfort.
• Your own personal concierge ready to help with everything related to your stay.


LOCATION AND SURROUNDINGS

• It's 0.55 miles (900mts) to the beach
• A short 10-minute drive from the Tamarindo Airport
• 1h drive from the Liberia International Airport
• Please allow us to recommend renting a 4x4 vehicle during your stay at Casa Xanadu (Golf cart not recommended). The road up the hill from the beach is not paved and can be tricky to navigate, especially in the rainy season.

HOLIDAYS
Holidays are exciting, but before you book, please check your dates and only select one of the following when making your holiday reservation. Please contact a reservation agent before booking if your dates are different than the following to find a way to accommodate you. Our holiday dates for 2025 & 2026 are:

EASTER WEEK AND THANKSGIVING
• Thanksgiving (November 23 - 30 , 2025/2026)
• Easter Week (March 29th - April 4th, 2026)

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR
For any reservations arriving between December 19th 2025 to January 6th 2026, we have a 7 to 10-night minimum requirement. Specific periods may be required. Please contact us before making an online booking during this period.

* Holidays Dates are excluded from the cancellation policy and are non refundable.

THINGS TO NOTE

Additional guest fee
This home accommodates a standard number of guests, with the option for additional occupancy at an extra fee. For further details, please contact our reservations team.

Property manager

Stay in Tamarindo

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Smartphone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • 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
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 3,239 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

A 1.5% additional fee will be charged for transactions made with an American Express (AMEX) card after completing the booking process.
A Security deposit is collected or held during your stay by Autohost. Find more information in our Rental Contract.
Home or Property Manager is not liable for amenity loss due to power outage or bugs from wildlife in Costa Rica.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

Property is also known as

Breathtaking Ocean View House Tamarindo
Breathtaking Ocean View House
Breathtaking Ocean View Tamarindo
Breathtaking Ocean View House in Tamarindo
Hilltop Jewel Overlooking Guanacaste's Golden Coast
Hilltop Jewel Overlooking Guanacaste's Gold Coast! Tamarindo
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About the neighborhood

Map
Tamarindo, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Tamarindo Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Langosta - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Casino Diria - 13 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Grande Beach - 28 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 28 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Brisa Mar - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pico Bistro - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Nari - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Medusa Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Agua Salada - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Tamarindo Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of WAYRA Institute of Spanish and Tamarindo Church. Playa Langosta is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Scenic Villa Overlooking Two Beaches, a National Park, and Mountains – Minutes to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Fabulous trip!

Beautiful property! Perfect for our group!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B., Los Angeles

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

Beautiful Property!

This is a magical property and the view was breathtaking. Worth every penny. Thank you to the amazing team for making our Costa Rica experience great.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair R., Clarksburg

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

Amazing

What a view! The home was perfect for my family. The road is steep to get to so I suggest a suv but other than that we had a blast staying at Casa Xanadu
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

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

CASA XANADU

Overall a nice stay. The house definitely needs to be repaired (plumbing, air conditioners (master bedroom never worked)/ kitchen (needs exterminating) and needs a daily pool maintenance. In any event we all enjoyed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

alex

Incredible property, incredible views, incredible

An incredible place! The views and the infinity pool are out of this world and the house perfectly comfortable. We loved our stay here and will definitely be back. As a surfer, being able to check out conditions from the bedroom- a mega luxury! There's plenty to do roundabout, but if you are looking for a bit of adventure, head up to rincón de la vieja and swim in the blue waterfalls. Loved casa xanadu- highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Better than we imagined!

Words can not describe how beautiful this villa is. The infinity pool, the view from the master suite is breathtaking. 7 women ages 30+ stayed here for my bachelorette and had the time of our life. We rented two cars to get around Tamarindo and highly recommend this to anyone, driving was easy and it was nice having a car to go up and down the hill to the villa. Kris the host was amazing from check in, to helping arrange a chef, to excursions, to stocking our villa before arrival; you couldn’t ask for a better host. Normally I like to change where I stay when I come back and visit but I will be back to this Villa!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Mathieu L.

A great place to wind down

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a nice stay at Casa Xanadu with two kids (8-12). Nice kitchen to cook some good meals and enjoy outside. The kids enjoyed the pool. Lots of space. The beds are comfy. Attentioned staff. We thought a full cleanup by staff for a 4 days stay was a bit excessive (bathroom, kitchen and beds would've been sufficient). The view is marvellous.

6/10 Okay

Greg C.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Tamarindo rental

Very disappointed in the rental starting with a harrowing 1 km drive up a steep and narrow unpaved road with large potholes. Furnishing we’re old and two bedrooms didn’t have closets and no place to hang clothing. Bathrooms had one or two hooks for towels but the masterbath towel hooks were not usable. We were told we could use the dryer. Bedrooms were very small and one of the beds had a very uncomfortable mattress.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Cindy D.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location

Can’t beat the view but……

The view was hands down amazing however the property needs some love. The pool had a serious leak and was dirty. The kitchen was very dated with appliances like dishwasher looked like it was just shoved into a spot and didn’t fit. No garage door opener and when we asked about that manager was like oh yeah we knew about that. Would have been nice to know prior to arrival. We arrived on Sunday and tried to reach out to property manager with every number given and were unable to reach anybody. The road to house is very rough and a tad terrifying, Not a bad place but for the price could do a lot better
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bishoi K.

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

Great

Unbelievable view, great villa, great host. The pictures don't do it justice. Our concierge was super helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Million Dollar View

As soon as you walk through the door you are greeted with the best view in Tamarindo. You probably will spend 99% of your time out by the pool but if you don’t like breathe taking views you’ll find a very clean and spacious house. Each bedroom has its own AC unit and the kitchen is more than big enough to cook large family meals. Do not expect to traverse the hill everyday into the city as it has a pretty steep incline, highly recommend having a car or using Uber. Utilize the concierge as much as possible, Cris was amazing and our trip would not have been as fun without her help. Pura Vida!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L., San Francisco, CA

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

Great Views of Sunset!

Overall we really enjoyed the view! Kitchen isn't the biggest/nicest but the pool and view more than make up for it. It's a steep hill to drive up so not as easy to walk into town but very short drive to park at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Amy G.

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

Beautiful View!

We had 4 adults and 6 children. Overall communication prior to our stay was good and check-in was clear and easy. The house was nice and the view was spectacular. We spent most of our time on the back patio and in the pool. It was a wonderful space for dining and spending time together. The sunsets were incredible! The bedrooms all had AC, the washer and dryer worked well and the garage was nice for keeping the car cool and safe. The cleaning lady came once during our stay and the pool guy was there every other day. We felt safe and liked being a short drive to town - about 5 mins. We visited several local restaurants. Our favorites were Green Papaya (enchiladas), Dragonfly (beef filet), Pangus (Fish), Fish & Cheese (Pizza) and the amazingly good/cheap Mandarina Tropical Juice Bar (tacos, breakfast and smoothies). Our favorite grocery store was Vindi - its clean, well stocked and is fairly inexpensive. They take cc or cash, including US dollars. We also shopped at Auto Mercado but was it was much more expensive. Bring small bills for tips and beer/water on beach. ATMs were everywhere. A few suggestions for the home: -More pillows would have been great (there are only 8 total in the house) -Show pictures of the road! It is a very steep incline with many potholes and loose gravel. You get used to it but the first couple of times feels very scary! I rented a Corolla and in low gear it made it up (slowly!) but had I known about the road, I would have rented a car that sat higher up. -The master bathroom has 3 steps to get in and out of a deep tub. The tile gets very slick so it's quite dangerous. Be prepared if you have this room - I slid and fell hard. I think some extra bath mats would help. Or get ride of that tub! Overall, a nice stay and the view made everything worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

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

5 nights in Tamarindo

Although I didn’t receive check in directions the property manager was easy to track down and arrange. The property sits near the top of a hill which provides amazing views and sunsets. A cleaning service was provided half way through which was a welcome surprise. Staff was kind and accommodating with our minimal needs. There are 4 beds and according to the staff you can get a store away of some sort if needed. ACs work well in the rooms but common areas remain warm but this wasn’t much of an issue. Just a heads up if you plan on sleeping in the common areas. Overall, I would recommend and of course stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

M E.

Great vacation home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was everything we had hoped for in a vacation rental. The description online was accurate and we had a great experience. My only advice is to rent a 4WD car. The long steep road up to the residence is underdeveloped. However, the view from the top is well worht the trip.
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10/10 Excellent

Krista C., Calgary, Canada

Amazing view! Best vacation rental ever!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything about renting this house for our vacation was top notch! The communication before and during our stay was professional and prompt. The view from the house is magnificent. I highly recommend this house for families or couples as there are plenty of beds. The house was cleaned twice during our 1 week stay. The pool was well maintained and serviced. Overall an A+++ vacation. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

James., I. -... T.

Family Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed in the beautiful Casa Xanadu from 1/29/2019-2/4/2019 and enjoyed it immensely. The view is spectacular. The road up, as has been said, is a bumpy dirt road that you need to be careful driving on. The villa was spacious, clean, and had everything you need for your stay. Pool a little chilly, but refreshing. We had six adults and there was plenty of room to accommodate us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Ignacio d.

Paradise on earth!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What an absolutely amazing place! Stayed there with family (wife and three kids) and had the most incredible time. The house is one of its kind. It is big, great for kids and the view is really breathtaking. Sitting in the pool in the late afternoons slowly watching the sun set was an unforgettable experience. I was a bit worried about visiting during the rainy season, but it was sunny most of the time and it was quite fun watching the short storm approach coming down the valley. Also loved Tamarindo. I strongly recommend going fishing with Gerald aboard the Rainbow Runner. We went out for a half day and caught a bunch of tuna and ate the freshest possible sashimi for dinner that night on the terrace. Can’t recommend Xanadu enough and can’t wait to go back!
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

This place is PARADISE!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was so much more than we could have ever imagined!!! The location was private yet convenient. The house was amazing and inviting. The rental company went above and beyond to make sure our stay was a vacation we would never forget!
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10/10 Excellent

perfect stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Myself & my family of 4 recently stayed at Casa Xanadu - it was incredible. the house has been beautifully designed but....the view! OMG we could not stop staring over the ocean. Amazing sunsets, perfect infinity pool - the total package. Our first time in Tama - we will be back! Great restaurants - recommend pangas in particular. Our kids (4 & 6) had a blast. Special thanks to Horizon for going above&beyond to make our stay so special...
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10/10 Excellent

D L.

Absolutely amazing holiday!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A great house with stunning views. Wish I could have stayed for longer!

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa P.

Sensational!

We had the best time! From the moment we walked through the door to the end! This house is unbelievable, it has the best view we have seen, the hilight for us was watching the sun going down from the pool every evening, Everything worked smoothly. We would definitely recommend this house and we are already planning our next visit!
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10/10 Excellent

alexander w.

Amazing views! Fantastic holiday destination

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked this home for the first few nights of our family holiday in Costa Rica. First of all, the house has one of the most incredible views we have ever seen. You open the front door and are blown away by the natural beauty of this place. The house itself was comfortable and spacious, and a great place to feel very relaxed. Our kids loved the huge infinity pool! We spent most of our time in the outdoor living areas, but we did enjoy having AC in the bedrooms, even though we did not even it need it most of the time. It is true that the road up is a little bumpy and I definitely recommend a 4X4, but once you are up there, the location more than makes up for it! The house is also located at the beginning of Tamarindo, which is a big plus as you don't have to drive through town every time you leave. Tamarindo is a great town, with something for everyone! We loved the restaurants and the beach down in front of Capitan Suizo was perfect to take the little ones swimming and boogie boarding. The only issue we had was one day one of the AC units would not turn off. We called the property managers and they came and fixed it the same day. Overall would be very happy to recommend this property.

8/10 Good

alexander w.

Amazing views!

We booked this house for a family holiday in Tamarindo. First impression is the amazing view when you open the front door! The house was clean, spacious and comfortable. All of the bedrooms had AC and the kitchen was well equipped. We spent most of our time outside in the amazing pool, soaking up the nature and spectacular surroundings. The road going up was a bit bumpy (definitely recommend renting a car), but the location was private above the town, but just a quick drive down to the restaurants, beach, surfing and shopping.