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Outdoor pool
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Tamarindo, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Langosta
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, WAYRA Institute of Spanish
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪114 min drive‬

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About the area

Tamarindo

When you stay at this villa in Tamarindo, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Tamarindo Beach and Playa Langosta. .This villa is 10.2 mi (16.3 km) from Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Conchal Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Langosta - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • WAYRA Institute of Spanish - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 40 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Flamingo Beach - 49 min drive - 25.0 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Walter's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sharky's Sports Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪El Chiringuito - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Baulas Snack Bar - ‬6 min walk

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.

Top-Rated Playa Langosta Villa, Largest Private Pool, Walk to Beach


Welcome to Villa Encantada

For over 10 years, Villa Encantada has been one of Playa Langosta’s top-rated villas —offering a rare combination of privacy, space, and location just steps from one of Costa Rica’s most spectacular and unspoiled beaches.

Whether you're planning a family getaway, traveling with friends, or simply looking to unwind, this is a place designed to help you slow down, settle in, and truly enjoy where you are.

What Sets Villa Encantada Apart
✔ Private oversized pool (largest in Villas Cerca del Mar)
✔ Walk to Playa Langosta & Tamarindo
✔ 3 bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms
✔ Perfect for families, couples, or small groups
✔ Dedicated concierge service available throughout your stay
✔ Consistently top-rated with attentive, responsive hosts

Why Guests Love It

As seasoned travelers ourselves, we designed Villa Encantada to be the kind of place we would want to stay with the comfort of home with adventure just waiting outside the front door.

Enchanted. Captivated. Beguiled. Bewitched.

That’s how guests describe Villa Encantada—and once you arrive, you’ll understand why.

The natural beauty of Costa Rica surrounds you here. Black and white sand beaches stretch for miles. Pelicans glide overhead. And each evening, the sun melts into the Pacific in a way that never feels routine—no matter how many times you see it.

This is Costa Rica at its most unforgettable.

The Location You Want (without or without the crowds)

Perfectly situated across the street from Playa Langosta, the Villa offers a quieter, more relaxed experience—while still being just a short walk from the vibrant energy of Tamarindo.

Spend your mornings walking along tree-lined shores.
Your afternoons exploring shops, restaurants, or surf breaks.
And your evenings exactly how you choose—out on the town or back home in your own private retreat.

Designed for Comfort, Space & Connection

With over 2,100 square feet of Moorish-inspired design, Villa Encantada blends indoor and outdoor living seamlessly.

Open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area filled with natural light
Handcrafted hardwood details and Moroccan-inspired tiles throughout
Fully equipped gourmet kitchen with modern appliances
Comfortable living space with WiFi, flat screen TV, and Sonos sound system

Whether you're sharing a meal, playing games, or simply relaxing after a day in the sun, the space is designed to bring people together—without ever feeling crowded.

Your Own Private Pool Retreat

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and 10-foot privacy walls, the villa’s oversized pool is one of its most loved features—and the largest in the development.

Swim when you want. Lounge where you want. No schedules. No crowds. No interruptions.

The pool area also features:

Shaded seating and dining areas
Ornate fountain details
A peaceful patio space ideal for yoga, reading, or simply doing nothing at all

Rest Easy, Wake Refreshed

Each of the villa’s three bedrooms is designed for comfort and privacy, all featuring en suite bathrooms and premium bedding.

Two spacious primary suites with queen beds and private outdoor spaces
Flexible guest room with king or twin configuration
Open-air elements and tropical garden touches in select bathrooms

At night, open the screened windows and let the ocean breeze and distant surf carry you into a restful sleep.

Adventure or Relaxation—You Choose

Spend your days surfing, snorkeling, ziplining through rainforest canopies, or simply unwinding on a sunset cruise. Or do nothing at all—just steps away, Playa Langosta offers miles of quiet shoreline.

We believe a great stay goes beyond just the property.

From your first inquiry to your final day, we’re committed to being responsive, helpful, and attentive—something our guests consistently mention in their reviews.

Our local concierge partner is also available to assist with:

Airport transfers
Excursions and tours
Private chefs and in-villa services
Restaurant recommendations and reservations

We want your experience to feel effortless from start to finish.

Peace of Mind During Your Stay
Monitored security
Nearby medical, dental, and pharmacy services in Tamarindo
Safe drinking water via double-filtered system
On-demand hot water throughout the villa

Your Costa Rica Experience Starts Here

Villa Encantada isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a place to experience Costa Rica in a way that feels personal, relaxed, and unforgettable.

And once you’ve been here, you’ll understand why so many guests return again—and again.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this villa include concierge services, a living plant wall, and gas grills.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Living plant wall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Lock the doors
The housekeeper and gardener/pool cleaner work hard to ensure the Villa is maintained to the highest standard during your stay. If you feel it is merited, a gratuity is very much appreciated by them.
Any perishable food items can be left in the refrigerator.
Please report any maintenance items to RPM or to the owners such as light bulbs that need to be replaced or anything that is not working properly so that they may be addressed prior to the next guest.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxury Privacy Just Steps to the Beach!
"Luxury Privacy Just Steps to the Beach!"
Luxury, Privacy & Just Steps to the Beach! Villa
Luxury, Privacy & Just Steps to the Beach! Tamarindo
Luxury, Privacy & Just Steps to the Beach! Villa Tamarindo

Top-Rated Playa Langosta Villa, Largest Private Pool, Walk to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol M., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was perfect for 3 couples. The courtyard and pool are peaceful and it feels like a tropical oasis. The location was great! Easy walk to the beach, bars and restaurants. Had an awesome time!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful home in the perfect location! This place had everything we needed for a wonderful first trip to Costa Rica.
Visitor above our rented golf cart one morning.
We hired an in-home chef one evening for dinner.
Walk across the street for sunsets.
Lots of outdoor seating for games.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the pool. The location was great also. Within walking distance to good restaurants and close enough to town to enjoy the shops, restaurants and cafes. The house had everything we needed to make our stay very comfortable. The owners were super responsive to any questions or requests. Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anait A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A truly enchanting escape in Playa Langosta, away from the hustle of Tamarindo. My family had a marvelous stay. Great memories made. The host and the management (RPM) were responsive and very accommodating. Highly recommend Villa Encantada!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Areej S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly enjoyed our stay! The hosts were so welcoming and the place was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic hosts, great location and everything we needed for a family of five.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phuong

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for families. Far enough from main area of Tamarindo to be quiet, but close enough to walk or very short drive. Beach access to Playa Langosta across the street. The pool is heavenly and private. Russell was extremely available and communicative. Would highly recommend. Tandoor is a solid Indian restaurant literally next door, and Fish and Cheeses is a very good Italian restaurant 3-5 min walk away. They had plenty of homemade pastas, cheese, and even guanciale!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, incredible pool. It did have a bit of an odor. Overall great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle A., McKinney

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay! It was within walking distance to the beach and many restaurants and shops. It was spacious and the private pool was amazing! I would highly recommend for any family vacationing in this area. 10/10!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Friendly...An Oasis!!

Very easy to get there with the directions provided. With temeratures in the mid 90 (30 C) we loved the private pool and used it often.Very safe and quiet to sleep with the windows open. Doing so allowed us to hear the Howler monkeys in the morning...Magical experience.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven c.

Liked: Cleanliness

great vacation spot

Beautiful house and location..pool outstanding..beach access across the road but not a spot to go swimming..inundated by ants in some areas of home..no outdoor shower which would have been nice..close to a few restaurants and close to Tamarindo..a grocery store close by too..overall a place i would go back too
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Quite Retreat

Perfect beach house!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming villa

Location was great. One minute walk to beach to watch the sunset almost every evening. Property management was very responsive to any needs that we had. Real old world, charm and a beautiful outdoor area with trees, plants and a pool. location. Quiet area, but yet only four minutes away by golf cart to Tamarindo, where a lot of action is going on. I would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sacred Hawk L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Gem in Tamarindo!

THIS was our best family vacay yet! And we have traveled all over the world. We felt like we were entering a Moroccan oasis… in Costa Rica. We LOVED the pool. We cooked the whole 8 days and had everything we needed. The villa is right across the street from the most gorgeous sunset. Owners were responsive and care…great hosts! We got to see a monkey family right outside the villa. The location is quiet yet still central to everything. We will be back! Pura Vida.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laure H., Lake Wylie, SC, US 29710

Liked: Cleanliness

The Sweet Spot

The pictures of this property are accurate. The location and facilities really hit the sweet spot. The property is across the street from a comparatively unpopulated beach and there is an easy access path. It's not far to get to the really populated Tamarindo beach when that is what you want. At the middle of the day when you want to get out of the sun and take a break the private pool and courtyard are heaven on earth. Just add your favorite beverage and relax; we spent A LOT of time doing just that. Host communications were a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Stuart B., Lynchburg

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect location for our family vacation!

This home was beyond perfect for our family of 6- all adults. We loved the layout (private baths for each bedroom- each open air) and decor, the pool, the well stocked kitchen and most importantly, the proximity to the beach! There is a short path right across the street that leads to the most gorgeous beach. Although not ideal for swimming (too rocky) it does have tidal pools for lounging and the most gorgeous sunset viewing! Russ was so helpful from the time of booking and in the days leading up to our stay. We were on the go much of the time, but were always so happy to return home to the villa. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Celebration

The property was charming. A pool with a fountain running welcomed us and inside the house was painted in beautiful colors. The accommodations were exceptional. The beds incredible comfortable. We had a few minor issues (the water for showers was lukewarm for example) but the property management company addressed those immediately. We rented a golf cart and were able to get around town quite easily. Despite the rain we had a blast and the neighborhood was quiet. I can’t say the we were but then how often does one turn seventy! It is one I will never forget
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

1st time in Costa Rica

The rooms were comfortable and we slept well with the sound of rain in the outdoor living spaces. We had a chef prepare a delicious brunch. The beach is beautiful and a short walk across the street. The house and pool are perfect for the setting in the quaint town of Tamarindo. Would highly recommend, and will be back to stay again. Thank you!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful space!

We instantly felt right at home at Villa Encantada, the space is stunning, the beds were comfortable, the pool temperature was perfect. Aside from the constant construction I think the house was perfect to host us for our girls trip. It was right across the street to the quiet beach and a short 20 minute walk to the town center.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property!

Had a great time! House is just as shown in pictures. Pool was amazing. With in walking distance to several good restaurants. The beach that you can walk to is really pretty, but isn’t really swimmable, it has lots of big rocks. But you can drive (about two min) or walk (abojt 20 min to another beach that is. Property manager was easy to contact. Overall great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Encantada

Had the most amazing stay!! The place was fantastic. Howler monkeys cross over the trees at dawn and dusk. Pool is so amazing, when we were at the house we stayed in the glorious pool as much as possible. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S., Falmouth, Mass

Liked: Cleanliness

Just wonderful

I am a 71 year old, active mature, fun, loving woman. I took two of my friends of similar age as guest down to Villa Encantada.. We had a wonderful time with no exceptions. The villa was perfect for us. Beautifully decorated. Just the right amount of space for us all to have our Own bedroom and bathroom. Kitchen was incredibly well stocked. It was clean. The bedsheets were lovely and it was the perfect getaway. Even when we had tiny issues with the air conditioning and the pool, when I contacted the management company, RPM… Everything was addressed In a very speedy way. Pool was delicious, the privacy was too. Other than it being 97° every day, we had a perfect time. The location in Playa Landosta Was perfect for the peace and quiet of that and the proximity to tamarindo. I go back to that area. I have no doubt that this is where I would want to return to. All in all it was JUST Wonderful. I recommend Villa Encantada wholeheartedly.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Villa for an active family

This was one of the best VRBO experiences we have had and we have been happy with all of them. My family of 6 (including teenagers) stayed at the property and had plenty of room to spread out and it was well equipped. Located away from the hustle and bustle of Tamarindo but still very accessible by roadside pay-for scooters, golf cart (rented next door) , car (parked in driveway) and was even walkable. It had a cool, Spanish vibe with a beautiful pool and courtyard to lounge by. Cleaners and someone who took care of the pool and grounds came by multiple times per week. I used RPM and Lola to book excurions ahead of time and left the second half of the week unbooked so I could get a feel what what we wanted to do once there. Lola gave great advice and we ended up using Captain Jim (Life is Better at Sea) out of Flamingo for a private boat day with fishing and snorkeling/paddleboarding, scuba (Flamingo) and many 1/2 day fishing trips. Surf at Witch's Rock. My kids liked to go across the st down a few blocks to the Langosta Beach Club. We used it for massages, yoga, and beach chair set up and menu service on beach. It was about 30 dollars per person per day and we had to get there early or they sold out (it was spring break). There is a pool there too. The better beach is at the end of the road by Occidental hotel-you can walk there. It is quieter, no panhandling and more picturesque than the club one or in town of Tamarindo. Russ was a pleasure to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pura Vida

Good stay in Tamarindo. The layout of the villa worked really well for us (4 adults, 2 children). The pool was a real hit with us all as it was quite hot during our stay. Playa Langosta is just across the street and Playa Tamarindo is an easy walk away. Lots of pool and beach towels available. The owners were very quick to respond to questions, and the management team at RPM/Tropical Vacations was fantastic. We hired the private chef through RPM one night. I highly recommend this. What a treat! Christian, the chef, prepared a phenomenal meal for us. This was a great vacation for us. Always a few hiccups when traveling, but the overall experience Pura Vida.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing week at the Villa

Great location - close enough to hop on a Bird scooter or rent a bike for getting into Tamarindo (~5 mins by scooter), but no noise from town. Lovely to sit by the pool and read, take a dip and read some more! Comfortable beds and bedding, kitchen was clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024