Entire home

Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara

Villa with a hot tub, near Samara Beach

Photo gallery for Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara

Smart TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Lobby
Pool
Beach nearby
Perched in an exclusive gated community, VILLA VISTA offers a luxurious retreat with expansive views of the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy gourmet meals prepared by your private chef, relax in the infinity pool overlooking breathtaking vistas or unwind with cocktails at the outdoor Bar/Kitchen while taking in ocean breezes and sounds of breaking surf.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara

Villa Vista is the perfect home for those who want the best of everything during their vacation– from incredible ocean views to luxury living, this villa has it all!

When you walk in, you’ll be blown away by the spacious living and dining area with its 22-foot ceiling. The gourmet kitchen is fully equipped, and the air-conditioned library/media room comes with a large flat-screen Smart TV.
The master bedroom is very spacious and an incredible ocean view, the two other bedrooms(one with a queen bed and the other with king/ 2 twin beds) are very comfortable.
The open floor plan leads directly to a huge terrace and private infinity pool, where you can take in some of the best views in all of Costa Rica.
The outdoor bar and kitchen area includes a gas grill, side burner, and a beer/wine cooler – perfect for enjoying the ocean breeze and the sounds of the waves.

You’ll get visits from colorful wildlife, like red macaws, hummingbirds, monkeys, and more. It’s the ideal spot to relax, relax, enjoy family time, or a romantic dinner (private gourmet chef available, for breakfast and dinner).

Villa Vista is located in the exclusive Samara Reefs community, which is known for its safety and privacy. The villa is just a 10-minute walk to the beach and a 5-minute drive to the town of Samara, where you’ll find great restaurants, bars, and shops. Most guests get around easily with a car or golf cart – it’s the perfect way to explore the area.
Some of the other great perks of staying at Villa Vista include:
- A spacious, fully-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances.
- High-speed Wi-Fi, and a dedicated workspace on the top floor if you need to work
- A friendly, English, Spanish, and Dutch-speaking property manager who knows the area and is always available to help with any questions or recommendations
- Weekly cleaning included for a hassle-free stay, washer and dryer on site

The villa’s private pool is all yours, and the entire property is designed for comfort and relaxation.
Villa Vista was created as a luxurious private home, not just a rental, and you’ll feel the difference the moment you arrive.

If you’re ready to book your dream vacation or have any questions, reach out today!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,500 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Return the keys
Please contact Leonie about your departure time, she will come over to receive the keys.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: pool not fenced, staircase, caution on wet floors

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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 and a deadlock
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 not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

RATES REDUCED THRU 2020. CHECK IT OUT!!!
Surf Fish ECO Tour ZIP Line Raft Atv Animal Watch or Just Relax!

About the area

Map
Samara, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Garza Beach - 23 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Guiones Beach - 27 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Playa Pelada - 33 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante y Pizzeria Locanda - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Samara Beach and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Carrillo Beach. Buena Vista Beach and Playa Barrigona are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Your dream OCEANVIEW getaway in Samara Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andree C.

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

Costa Rican Paradise

Villa Vista was fabulous, right next to the Macaw House. The Macaws provided ample entertainment for all of us. The pool and house are just how they look in the pictures! We plan to return we loved it so much.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

E C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with an extraordinary view from the pool and deck area that makes up for some minor issues experienced during the stay. The property manager was responsive and easy to communicate with. If you're looking for a nice house overlooking Samara Beach, then you can't go wrong with this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing! We enjoyed hanging out in the pool and sitting on the patio in the evenings. The kitchen had everything we could have possibly needed. We walked to the beach, visited the farmers market, and went into town several times for meals and shopping. Leonie made check in and check out very easy and had great suggestions for things to do and places to shop and eat. It was the perfect stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with breath taking views. Inconvenienced by a broken dryer that we were only told about during check in. Found mugs with lipstick on them and bed had sand in it the first night (had not used the sheets yet). The property manager was great about helping set up excursions and answering any questions we had. Loved sitting on the back patio while the storms blew in. Plenty of pots and pans to easily cook in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

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

Vista View Vida

Amazing home and location. Great view of the bay and close to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

john s.

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

nice house

beautiful pool and view. nice furnishings. comfortable bed. internet works. helpful manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo R.

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

Relaxing, Beautiful, Unforgettable!

We just returned from an incredible trip to Costa Rica, and we couldn't be happier with our stay. The home was absolutely beautiful--immaculate, spacious, and even more stunning than the photos on VRBO. The infinity pool was a dream, and the entire setting was perfect for a truly relaxing and wonderful getaway.From the moment we arrived, everything exceeded our expectations. The thoughtful welcome basket of fresh fruit and local coffee was a lovely touch--we were so grateful for it. Leone our host was warm, helpful, and kind. She also gave us restaurant recommendations, which we tried and every one of them were delicious.We would absolutely recommend this property to anyone looking for a peaceful luxurious escape in Samara. We're already dreaming about coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike a.

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

Incredible Views; Incredible Stay!

My husband and I along with another couple just spent two relaxing week in this lovely property! The ocean view over the infinity pool is one-of-a-kind! The area around the pool, which is surrounded by lovely gardens, and the covered patio lets you stay outside all day. Inside, the main areas are spacious and well laid out. Due to the steepness of the road and traffic, we ended up driving to the beach ( 3 min.) which was easy and there was always parking. More beaches are nearby and the town of Samara is filled with small, local eating places, bars, coffee places and shops.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

perfection in paradise!

home and property are gorgeous, well situated--everything you could ask for!

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Family vacation

Such a beautiful home in Samara
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Paradise

The house was beautiful and the view outside was breathtaking. I’m glad we had a 4x4 for all the sight seeing we did. Beautiful place to relax and explore.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

A week in paradise

This was a week long vacation with my husband, our 2 adult boys and their wives. I will never forget the expressions on their faces when they entered the house and saw the view. The house, grounds and pool area are beautiful and the view is simply spectacular. Leonie, was very helpful with recommendations on activities, restaurants, beaches, etc. She truly went out of her way to make our vacation unforgettable.We will definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna M., Indianapolis,IN

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

Beautiful Views

This is our second time at this property. The house and views are beautiful. The property manager was great to work with. We will be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Great Getaway

My husband and I needed a get away and this was perfect. The house is very private other than the daily gardener visits. We were able to find a local fisherman and got fresh fish and cooked at the house most nights. Leonie provided a lot of links for places to go and was very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIM M.

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

FANTASTIC HOUSE!!

This house is fantastic & definitely a 5 star!! Leonie is the BEST Host!! She responded to our questions before & during our trip. Gave great recommendations as well! Thanks again & definitely will book this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Awesome

Fantastic, beautiful with an amazing location. Leonie is a huge benefit - thank-you. John and Melissa
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc V.

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

Perfect vacation!

Beautiful home and love the Samara area. Thanks to Leonie and the property owner for being so responsive and helpful. We got a shuttle to the house from LIR (2 hours) and then rented a golf cart for the week to get around town. Worked out perfectly. If you want to explore beyond Samara and Carrillo though, you'll need a car. It was just the two of us in the house, but there is plenty of room for up to 6 people. The amazing pool and the wall of folding glass doors in the back of the house were our favorite parts. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fenton P., Marston's Mills, Massachusetts

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

Paradise

Can’t say enough great things about this home. Everything was fantastic. Clean, comfortable and very well managed. Great communication as well. Views where amazing. Location is perfect. Can’t wait to return. Thanks for the perfect vacation.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali M.

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

Breathtaking Views of Playa Samara

The location and views from the property were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed a few activities in the local area including zip lining, ATV ride and of course the beautiful beaches in the surrounding area. The weather also turned out to be perfect with no rain 5 of 7 days during day time. Both Leonardo and Raquel were very responsive and pleasant to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

fabulous home in amazing place

Villa Vista is amazing. It's beautiful, well-kept, luxurious, and close to everything in Samara and Carillo. You can watch the ocean from the porch, cool off in the infinity pool, and go down to the beach by car or walking. Lots of helpful folks to figure out planning your day, and lots of on-site staff for cleaning and maintenance. It's the perfect place to relax.

10/10 Excellent

Farhana M.

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

Slice of heaven

We stayed 5 days at Villa Vista and enjoyed every minute. The house is very conveniently located and the views are breathtaking. The minute you enter the home, you can’t help but be in awe of the beauty and immediately relax. The property manager, Leonie, is the best I have come across! We are the grateful for the memories our family will take with us and hope to be back again someday.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

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

Bonita casa.

Beautiful views. Fully equipped house. Open and breezy. Lovely pool. Short drive to the beach. Everything as advertised except the drive from airport took a full 2 hours. Well worth it though.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

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

Wonderful

Thank you for a wonderful stay at Samara Reefs! The house had everything we needed: a beautiful view, being close to the beach, and a gorgeous infinity pool. Leonardo was so kind in setting up our house and activities, and Raquel was amazing in cooking us two beautiful meals with local ingredients. Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Doug M.

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

Great property, great location. Overall experience was very good.

Samara Reef was a great area. Leonie helped us get a local cook into prepare a meal and it was wonderful. The house was a bit of paradise. We did have some challenges with only one gate controller and six people. I would also recommend an upgrade to some of the appliances. Overall loved the town and the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin T.

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

Perfect safe location

House was just awesome. Loved the location, grounds and view. If you are researching between Nosara and Samara like I did, choose Samara. Nosara or Guiones Beach is on several dirt roads along the coast with tourist shops and restaurants. Samara is a little town on the beach, paved roads, and surrounded by great beaches and things to do. We loved it and will be back and would pick this same house without question you wont be disappointed. Thanks again Leonie really appreciated you and all your help!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024