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Affordable 5 star Villa - Steps from the Beach - Breakfast included

Affordable 5 star Villa - Steps from the Beach - Breakfast included

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Guests have exclusive access to the private patio and spa pool.
The patio is a refreshing spot for morning coffee while checking in with friends
The living area features large screen flat TV and comfortable seating.
The living area adjoins the dining area and kitchen.
The kitchen is equipped for preparing meals with locally sourced ingredients

Overview of Affordable 5 star Villa - Steps from the Beach - Breakfast included

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 4254 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationPuntarenas Cathedral10 min walk
  • Popular LocationPuntarenas Pier14 min walk
  • Popular LocationPuntarenas Marine Park19 min walk
  • AirportSan José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)101 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Affordable 5 star Villa - Steps from the Beach - Breakfast included

RARE OPPORTUNITY - The high season (December thru April) is a unique opportunity to enjoy the luxurious vegetation and sunny days on the private Villa Cabomar patio. We look forward to welcoming you.

Puntarenas and Villa Cabomar is an unparalleled base for your Costa Rican adventure. Several restaurants offering a range of cuisines and price points are within steps of the Villa. Guests have easy access to emerging tourism in the islands of the Gulf of Nicoya including Costa Rica’s newest national park Isla San Lucas a former penal colony now a wildlife reserve with beautiful uncrowded beaches. End your day marveling at Puntarenas’ famous sunsets with a cold beverage at any one of several establishments overlooking the beach and the Gulf of Nicoya.

8 reasons to book your Costa Rican experience at Villa Cabomar:
1 - We provide daily housekeeping so you enjoy a sanitary and comfortable environment throughout your stay with no "cleaning fee".
2 - A private retreat with exclusive access to a shaded patio with a pool, wet bar, and dining area that is not shared with anyone.
3 - Full breakfast available daily (except Sundays and holidays) that can accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences at a time convenient for your plans.
4 - Planning to telework or concerned about maintaining contact with family and friends? Villa Cabomar offers a dedicated high-speed internet connection offering 50 Mbps download and 57 Mbps upload. The wifi modern is connected to a USB battery backup to guarantee interrupted internet access. Moreover, free public wifi is available on the beach and other public places in Puntarenas. Most restaurants also offer free wifi to their customers.
5 - "On-call concierge" to provide restaurant recommendations, suggestions for nearby excursions and tours, referrals to reputable tour guides, and information about local transportation, shopping, and dining.
6 - Easy access to the little-known islands and beaches of the Gulf of Nicoya.
7 - Consistent 5-star reviews since 2007.
8. - Entertainment options include 32" flat screen TVs in all bedrooms and a 50" flat-screen TV in the living room. All TVs are equipped with Amazon Fire Sticks. Access to a DVD player is available on the living room TV.

Your Costa Rican vacation begins after a 90-minute drive from the San Jose airport when you arrive at Villa Cabomar in Puntarenas - your fully equipped private retreat that comfortably accommodates 4 guests in 3 bedrooms. You'll find en-suite baths with hot water in each bedroom along with air conditioning, ceiling fans, generous closet space, and either patio or balcony access. The open concept design and the interior open-air atrium provide maximum ventilation and a sense of tropical living.

After you settle in, you may take a dip in the patio plunge pool surrounded by tropical vegetation before walking to one of the nearby highly rated restaurants in the neighborhood. Connect to WiFi and let your family and friends know you arrived safely.

In the morning your housekeeper will prepare a breakfast featuring fresh tropical fruit, bread, and assorted breakfast items, as well as Costa Rican coffee. The menu can be modified for dietary requirements. Choose to enjoy your breakfast at the custom-made dining room table, the table on the patio, or at the poolside bar.

Original artwork and fresh flowers accent the comfortable and well-equipped living spaces in Villa Cabomar. The kitchen has everything you need for preparing meals including a microwave and dishwasher. A washer/dryer is available for your use. Security is provided by a remote-controlled entry system and only the housekeeper and the owners have access to the Villa. Villa Cabomar is located in a quiet residential neighborhood where it is safe to walk to the beach and nearby businesses.

Numerous options for spending your day are available:
Relax with a good book and cool beverage on the patio with a refreshing dip in the plunge pool. Grab a beach towel (provided) and soak up the sun and relax in the gentle surf at Costa Rica's longest beach - a two-minute walk from Villa Cabomar

Shop for everyday essentials at a well-stocked neighborhood supermarket. Venture into downtown Puntarenas to visit historical sites and shop at full-service supermarkets, fresh produce markets, pharmacies, and fresh seafood markets.

Back at Cabomar, the housekeeper will service bedrooms and baths providing fresh towels daily and bed linens weekly.

Prepare a snack or meal in the fully equipped kitchen or order in from one of the restaurants offering delivery or walk to a neighborhood restaurant. Join residents of Puntarenas on the beachside boulevard - Paseo de Los Turistas- for a stroll to enjoy the ocean breezes, spectacular sunsets, and the occasional open-air concert.

End the day with a movie on the 52- inch flat-screen TV in the living area or on the 32-inch flat-screen TV in the bedrooms. All TVs are equipped with an Amazon Fire Stick.

Of course, no trip to Costa Rica is complete without visiting some of the country's natural wonders. In Puntarenas, you have the unique opportunity to visit the undiscovered islands in the Gulf of Nicoya, a world-renowned Blue Zone. Experienced tour operators offer excursions by boat to secluded beaches, fishing villages, nature reserves, and even an abandoned prison. Other attractions within 2 hours of Puntarenas include rain forests, jungle canopy zip lines, national parks, wildlife rescue centers, sport fishing, lively beach towns, and innumerable beaches.

Need help in deciding what to do? The Villa owners can provide advice and recommendations before your arrival and during your stay. Consider them your "private concierges."

Villa Cabomar has hosted dozens of families and groups of friends from the US, Canada, and Europe. They have consistently commented on the exceptional service and comfort provided by Villa Cabomar. This experience can be yours.

Property manager

Cabell & Martha Cropper

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sleeping is not allowed in living areas of the house.
Please keep doors closed when using air conditioning and turn off air conditioning when not in bedroom.
Only guest and members of his/her party are permitted in Villa Cabomar

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Puntarenas

Located in Puntarenas, this villa is near the beach. Puntarenas Pier and Caldera Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Puntarenas Beach and Victoria Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Puntarenas Cathedral - 10 min walk
  • La Casa de la Cultura - 11 min walk
  • Victoria Park - 12 min walk
  • Puntarenas Pier - 14 min walk
  • Puntarenas Marine Park - 19 min walk

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 101 min drive

Restaurants

  • Donde Rosa! - 1 min walk
  • El Jorón - 4 min walk
  • Casa Almendro - 2 min walk
  • Las Delicias Del Puerto - 2 min walk
  • Smoothys & Health - 3 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best host home Ever!!
We toured Costa Riva for 2 weeks and ended our trip at the best place ever for the last week. It was wonderful, brilliant, could not ask for anything more. Our family came from Canada and my niece came from Venezuela. We had the best family reunion and Teresita was pleased my niece and I could converse in Spanish with her. She made delicious breakfasts for us every a.m. Martha & Cabell, thank you for sharing this paradise. Pura Vida.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna C., Edmonton, Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Cabomar
Absolutely perfect!! Martha, Cabell were the best hosts, helped us with everything we needed and more, Teresita cooked the best breakfasts, we have never had such good breakfasts! Will definitely return! Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deanne H., Edmonton, AB, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabell, Martha and Teresita are amazing.
Thank You all for an amazing experience. The location is perfect. Everything is within walking distance, The area is very safe. Including walking at night. The people in the area are very friendly and super nice. The house is very well appointed with everything you need to enjoy this exceptional property. We particularly enjoyed the patio area with the pool. so refreshing for those hot Costa Rica days. The sleeping areas are perfect, they are complete with air conditioning and each suite has its own bathroom complete with shower. The kitchen and eating area was perfect to enjoy your own food if you wish, and we did. The living room was very nice, we chose to enjoy the back patio for most of our stay. The true value of this beautiful property were our hosts. Cabell and Martha were so friendly and helpful. assisting us with information on tours and area highlights. You fine folks truly helped us have an incredible experience. From the recommendation to visit Cocos Restaurant to celebrate our daughters birthday. A must do, have the Garlic Shrimp you wont be disappointed. To all of the little things that you helped us with, which helped us immensely. Last but certainly not least is Teresita the house keeper and breakfast cook extraordinaire. Thank you Teresita for taking such good care of us. We will never forget you. If you are considering this property on your visit to Costa Rica you will not be disappointed. This property is an excellent choice. Pura Vida
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A Great little villa for an authentic Costa Rica experience
Martha, Cabell and Teresita are AMAZING hosts. They are all extremely accommodating and Teresita made the most lovely breakfasts for us each morning. It was a nice change staying in a VRBO that functioned kind of like a hotel - breakfast was provided every morning and things were cleaned up for us. Overall, a wonderful experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla W., Firestone CO,

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful home and wonderful hosts
This home was just as beautiful as the pictures. But even more than that, the hosts went above and beyond in helping us book tours and ferry and giving us good restaurant recommendations. Teresita is amazing! What a gem she is. She cooked us the most wonderful breakfasts every morning! Teresita, Martha, and Cabell made us feel like family. We will always treasure them in our hearts.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cabell & Martha Cropper

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We built Villa Cabomar as our retirement home and are happy to make it available for your vacation in Costa Rica. We have lived in Northern Virginia for almost 30 years. Martha is a Puntarenas native and a talented artist. Her taste and attention to details can be seen throughout the house - from the original art on the walls, to the custom designed dining room table, and the handcrafted cabinetry made of native renewable wood. Our adult children consider Villa Cabomar and Puntarenas their second home and visit at least once a year.

Why they chose this property

Located in town within walking distance of highly rated restaurants, grocery stores, pharmacies, ATMs, and other services, Villa Cabomar is uniquely private but provides many options for your vacation. Our housekeeper considers guests as family members and goes the extra mile to make your stay in Villa Cabomar relaxing and enjoyable. She prepares and serves a complete breakfast every day (except Sunday) and provides hotel-style housekeeping so that you always have a clean and orderly place to come back to from your adventures. Puntarenas, the town, is home to numerous moderately priced restaurants, a lively downtown, and a wide, gentle beach that stretches for several kilometers. It is the perfect starting point for tours to the interior of the country, the Nicoya Peninsula with its quirky beach towns and nature preserves, as well as other Pacific Coast beaches. Puntarenas is only 90 minutes from the international airport in San Jose.

What makes this property unique

Villa Cabomar is unique in that you feel as if you have a home in Costa Rica. You are not sharing its amenities with anyone else. Housekeeping and breakfast are provided so that you can spend your time by the pool, exploring Puntarenas, lying on the beach, or seeing the natural beauty of Costa Rica. Having our roots in Puntarenas gives us access to resources that can make your vacation even more enjoyable. We can help you plan tours and ground transportation to and from the airport with a reliable bi-lingual guide with a well-maintained air-conditioned van. We can provide suggestions for destinations that are 'off the beaten path and transportation alternatives to rental cars. Puntarenas, the major city on the Pacific Coast, provides a taste of the true 'Pura Vida (Costa Rican expression for 'good life'). It welcomes visitors from around the world, but remains a city of friendly people who love to share their beach and lifestyle. Villa Cabomar with its inviting interior atrium and cool spa pool on the patio is a welcome respite from the bustle of the town and sightseeing. It is your private oasis.
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