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3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!

3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!

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Overview of 3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 393 sq m

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

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Santa Teresa, Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationHermosa Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCocal Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Teresa Beach6 min drive
  • AirportPunta Islita (PBP)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

3 min walk to exquisite Hermosa Beach! No roads to cross or hills to hike!

Located at Playa Hermosa (beautiful beach) which is the north end of Santa Teresa. Beautiful custom built, in 2009, 1 bedroom, bath, full kitchen. Artisan created windows & bamboo ceilings! Located just 750 ft to most amazing beach & surf around, only a 3 minute walk. Incredible living along with Surfing, Yoga & First Class dining in this cool spot at the north end of Santa Teresa-Malpais. We hope you enjoy our Special Spot! We also have Full Moon #674745 (2 bed, 2 ba) on the property for a larger group or rent both.
Spacious, open with all its windows, & very well equipped, Half Moon is a 3 minute walk(750 feet) to the beach, which is located at the north end of Santa Teresa, on the Playa Hermosa Beach access. It was custom built in 2009 with lots of bamboo & custom cabinets & doors, as one of our get-aways - now (January 2017) we find we are not there as often as we would like, so we will share our spots with you! Half Moon is perfect for 3 adults or 2 adults and a young child. The roomy, air-conditioned bedroom with a queen bed, has its own garden bathroom. Comfortably furnished, totally air-conditioned, the kitchen is fully equipped - refrigerator, range/oven, etc., and a safe for your valuables. Beautiful split bamboo lines every ceiling in the home. No alarms necessary! Outside are 2 patios to watch parrots, hummingbirds, iguanas, etc. No alarms necessary! The howler monkeys visit, sometimes twice a day! They troop along the treetops and graze on leaves and flowers of the trees on the property. The beautiful beach is about 700 feet away and only a 3 minute walk with no hills to climb and no roads to cross. You can call in for chef services, indulge in a massage at Spa Bambu, yoga or Pilates instructions at Pranamar or Flor Blanca, arrange surf lessons, go horseback riding at a nearby Eco farm, take a drive and discover why we built in this beautiful area of Costa Rica! We are around a 5-10 minute drive south, into the town of Santa Teresa. Malpais is another 5 minutes further south from Santa Teresa. We are 5 minutes to Manzanillo, which is to our north. Our area was featured in the New York Times Style Magazine - Travel in May 2016.

Property manager

Denise Graham
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
View from cottage
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Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a pretty laid back and quiet area, but be smart and always lock all house doors when you leave and lock away valuables in safe
If you choose to use the air conditioner please close house first. Do NOT over occupy and please do Not smoke!

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
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 not indicated whether 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Santa Teresa

Located in Cóbano, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Teresa Beach and Montezuma Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Santa Teresa, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Hermosa Beach - 11 min walk
  • Cocal Beach - 15 min walk
  • Santa Teresa Beach - 6 min drive
  • Manzanillo Beach - 13 min drive
  • Carmen Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Tambor (TMU) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kooks Smokehouse and Bar - 11 min drive
  • Soda Tiquicia - 7 min drive
  • The Somos Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Eat Street - 8 min drive
  • Good Munchies - 12 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Month!
Half moon was the perfect spot for our stay in Costa Rica. A comfortable home with support from Casey and Kristi. We’ll be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon R., Omemee, Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Road to Unit
The only bad thing about the stay was the road getting to the unit
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Stay - A VRBO beyond perfection!
Our stay at this enchanting Vrbo was an absolute dream come true! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the incredible location – just a breezy 3-minute stroll to the beach and the main surf spot, across the street from the surf shop to rent boards, and conveniently located next to two cafes that served delicious food. Also at the edge of town for a quiet and peaceful retreat. The building and amenities were nothing short of perfection, seamlessly blending comfort with the essence of a tropical excursion. The outdoor shower was a standout, offering a sublime experience under the tropical sky – a true highlight of our stay! Additionally, there was impeccable communication from our hosts. They left no questions unanswered, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. The WiFi was also excellent, allowing us to stay connected with ease. We do not plan on staying anywhere else when we return. It was truly paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nita K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and easy walk to the beach
This is a beautiful home in an excellent location. Comfortable beds, ceiling fans, A/C and a private porch. It’s an easy few minute walk to the beach. We rented surfboards across the street for a reasonable price. The surf break is great. We enjoyed a meal at the cafe across the street, and there’s a mini market a couple blocks away. We highly recommend this vacation home!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable first trip to Costa Rica
House was amazing and the property was surrounded by trees and wildlife. Absolutely stunning! A quick walk down to gorgeous Hermosa beach. A delightful cafe across the road and a cute little shop. A quick drive down the road brings you to the village of Santa Theresa for all of your dining and shopping desires! Wonderful people and Kristi and Casey were invaluable to our trip! Would not have been the same without them. Cannot wait to come back!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us Denise!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Denise Graham

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I grew up on Long Island and spent my summers at the beach. Will's father was in the Navy so his life has always been around water. In Virginia Beach when he was around 13 he started surfing and found his passion. When we are not in Costa Rica we live on the Outer Banks of North Carolina in Southern Shores. We live on a canal for kayaking and boating and moments from the Atlantic for Will's surfing, close to Duck, Corolla , Nags Head and an hour from Hatteras. We have been in the Property Management and Real Estate business for 25 years here founded 2 fantastic companies Corolla Classic Vacations (subsequently selling it in '08) & Corolla Real Estate. We know the importance of maintaining and upgrading. Our hearts are always in the arena of taking care of people and houses on the beach and providing the best vacations.

Why they chose this property

We first vacationed in Santa Teresa in 2004 and found a place we kept wanting to return to. In 2006 we purchased property on the Ocean in Manzanillo. Then we purchased this piece in 2007 and after careful consideration and collaborations we built Full Moon and Half Moon. We love the location because we can walk to the this beautiful beach. We chose this area because it still holds a relatively rugged feel with its dirt roads and low level development. People from all over the world live and vacation here. Because the area attracts surfers along with health conscience individuals it is forefront with Yoga Retreats Spas, and emerging trends for your body and soul. You will find it to be a very youthful and entrepreneurial area. Wonderful restaurants or chef services provide the best and freshest foods for ultimate dining. Our area was featured in the New York Times Style Magazine - Travel May 2016.

What makes this property unique

Half Moon is understated, but I believe it is also beautiful! Those bamboo ceilings are a constant reminder that you are in the tropics. Seeing the monkeys in the trees from your - awesome! We always meet someone new while we are here as everyone goes to the beach to watch the sunset before dinner.

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