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Reviews of Casa Sendero de Monos - a modern gem in a private setting

Casa Sendero de Monos - a modern gem in a private setting
Sámara, Guanacaste Province

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
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Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Brook M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing relaxation
My family and I truly enjoyed this house. It is a bit of a trek up into the woods but so worth it. The house is very clean and fairly well appointed. It was very easy to communicate with the manager with regards to getting in and settled as well as recommendations in the area. We were visited almost daily by a troop of monkeys which was incredible. We highly recommend this house and the town of Samara
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2024
I hope you enjoyed it and thanks you for your recommendation

10/10 Excellent

joanne p., Harpswell Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home in the jungle
This is our second year coming to this house. Absolutely love it and the area. Sven was great about seeing how we were doing.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2024
We are happy, that you have been at our casa again. Hope to welcome you back next year.

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely!
The private pool and very well equipped kitchen were perfect for our 10 day stay! Manager was always available to answer questions. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2024
Thank you for staying with us, we'll be happy to welcome you back

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
A Slice of Paradise
This was our second stay at Casa Sendero de Monos. It was just as lovely this time as the last. Private pool was wonderful. One morning we sat at watched a troop of monkeys for three hours frolicking in the woods. Even saw a baby on his Mama's back! The kitchen is extremely well appointed (we like to cook). Bed is comfortable, plenty of towels and so forth. Overall, we look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway!!
Beautiful property in quiet setting. My husband and I stayed here for a week in April and it was perfect for us. The outdoor area is amazing - private pool, dining table, loungers, hammock and covered spaces. The home is well appointed, clean, up to date and super comfortable. AC in the bedrooms made sleep so comfortable. Fully appointed kitchen and having laundry was a plus. A car is definitely necessary as you need to drive everywhere. Sven, the property manager was fantastic and so helpful and hospitable. Thanks for a great vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent home!
The house in the woods was beautiful and very private. Well stocked with everything including beach chairs and towels. Very short distance to town as well. Sven the property manager was very helpful with suggestions to restaurants and anything else we needed. Sven and owners had excellent communication with us. We absolutely loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

joanne p., Harpswell Maine

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Perfecto!
We had the pleasure 2 stay here for 2 wonderful weeks. The house and grounds exceeded our expectations .As others have said the house is fully equipped and the owner was always very responsive . The pool and deck are situated so you can get all the sun you want or not at all ,which for me was great I like the shade. Samara is a great town ! Joanne and Kurt
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in lush tropical forest setting
The house was beautiful, quiet, and in a great neighborhood. It was well equipped with everything needed for our stay. The owner and local manager were very communicative and available before and throughout our stay. The only small negative was that the AC was in the bedrooms only and there was no AC in the living area of the house. However, that was a relatively small inconvenience and the outdoor space gave a place to sit and visit with friends during the cooler evenings. We greatly enjoyed our visit and would stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect vacation home
5 star property and amenities! The home is perfectly suited for a family of four. Home was clean and inviting for our family. The beds were fantastic and the kitchen was fully stocked with dishes, pots, pans and utensils. Pool was perfect for an evening cool off after a day at the beach. We loved every minute!
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise Found
Most well-equipped VRBO/vacation rental we have been to. The kitchen was great! Had extras like laundry detergent, shelf stable milk and dish soap! Extremely comfortable bed, plenty of towels and loved the options for eating inside versus outside. Property was well-cared for, lovely landscaping...we even had resident tree squirrels and toucans. GREAT bird watching. We were also lucky enough to see the monkeys. The pool topped off the entire trip. While we love the ocean, and spent quite a bit of time in Samara, we also enjoyed the peace and quiet of lounging around our own private pool. Communication with property owners/manager was top notch and easy. We are hoping to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular private home and property
Exceeded our best hopes. This is a wonderful home on a beautiful property within a 10 minute drive from Samara (2 hours from Liberia airport). It is quiet, serene and comfortable with all the amenities of home. We loved the open space of the home, well equipped kitchen, and lovely outdoor patio, private pool to relax and be nestled within nature; we loved spending our mornings and evenings on the deck watching the birds, butterflies and animals drop by. Easy to get to the beautiful Samara and Corrello beaches. Highly recommend and would definitely return. Very helpful property manager and host.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyla O., California, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Wonderful property. Comfortable, clean, everything worked, kitchen had all the basic equipment to prepare a meal. We wanted to try the Samara Wood area and the location worked well for us. We wanted privacy and serenity. Close enough to town but not too close. Must have a vehicle.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Christopher P., Denver

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Nice place! Very private, yet close to town (7 minute drive). The pool was a lot of fun. Cons: Trash disposal was not ideal. Electricity went out about 5 - 6 time a day. Would rent again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Unfortunately, in Samara Woods there is no garbage collection and the garbage has to be taken to the central collection point. You will have no control over the power outages - thats Pura Vida :-)

10/10 Excellent

Aimee S., Boulder, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful property, beautiful town
We loved our stay at Casa Sendero de Monos! Everything was just right. The home was clean and modern and close to town (great location). Coming back from a day in Samara it was great to have the pool to jump into and to sleep with A/C and comfortable beds. The property was quiet and serene with lovely plants, birds, monkeys and butterflies that we enjoyed watching. We hope to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Class
Our stay in Samara was wonderful and our accommodations moved it from great to Fabulous. I only have positive things to share, everything was great from how well the kitchen is set up to the excellent service from Sven our property manager to the meticulous cleaning by Emmy. A special thank you to Sven for checking in frequently and providing recommendations on local restaurants, he’s a great source of information. The house is about a 5 minute drive to Samara and you will need a car as it is too far to walk to town, especially considering the house is built high up on a hill. The surrounding forest resonated with the sounds of nature, we saw monkeys, gorgeous butterflies and tons of tropical birds, a true paradise. We drank our morning coffee on the deck watching the birds, swam in the pool while being entertained by the monkeys and enjoyed all our meals at the outdoor table, a true delight. Highly recommend this home 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Thanks for the review. Nice to hear, that you had a wonderful time. This makes us satisfied. Regards Henning

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home in Samara Woods!
Henning’s property is perfectly located in Samara Woods, just 5 minutes from the town of Sámara and beach. His house is actually better than the pictures appear and the caretaker, Sven, is most helpful and prompt if any issues arise. We were able to see monkeys, lemurs, iguanas (visit the front door often), butterflies and birds all from our home. The pool was lovely and the setup of the home was just perfect for us. The kitchen is well equipped and perfect for cooking. My only negative comments, be it that they are small, are that I do agree with one of the last reviews that while the beds are very comfortable, the sheets could be upgraded. My other comment would be that some more surface cleaning supplies would be helpful to have within the home! This place is truly a gem. We would definitely rent again! Thank you Henning and Sven!
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and Peaceful setting
The only recommendation we could make is it is time for some new sheet sets. Several sheet sets were pilled beyond any comfort and use. It took several changes and mix and match to get some sheets of comfort. Pls do not get us wrong, It was a perfect completion to our 3 week visit. We look forward to coming back. Deb & Brian
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2022
Hi Brian, sorry about that circumstances and thanks for the information. I'm a little bit surprised, because we bought all that sheets in december and you have been the third guest since then . But anyway, we have purchased new ones :-)

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R., Havre De Grace, Md.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
The home was secluded but close to everything. The property manager was excellent. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2022
Thank you for your rating, I will pass the praise on to Sven. We hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Secluded Paradise!
My family spent Christmas and New Years at this beautiful home! Everything was lovely and we had a terrific time. The house had everything we needed to chill and relax. The pool was awesome and there was always a choice of sun or shade. The howler monkeys were around making their presence known on most days and there were so many beautiful birds, hummingbirds and butterflies hanging with us by the pool! Because of the Pandemic, we cooked/bbq'd quite often or got take out for dinners... the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook. Lots of grocery and great restaurant options in town. Samara beach is beautiful and was very quiet... it is very close (5 minute drive) and we visited everyday to walk, swim, surf and would often have breakfast or lunch at one of the great outdoor patios overlooking the beach/ocean. Sven, the property manager was terrific and was always there to answer any questions that we had. We highly recommend Casa Sendero de Monos to anyone looking for a quiet place to relax, chill and enjoy the beautiful surroundings!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Satisfied guests are the best guests !

10/10 Excellent

sebastien c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superbe villa bien située
Cette villa est superbe! Nous avons l’ habitude de louer des villas pour nos vacances et celle ci est vraiment top! Les chambres sont grandes avec une literie très confortable. La cuisine est tellement bien équipée avec un barbecue de compétition sur la terrasse! La piscine très agréable et tout cela à quelques minutes du centre de Samara. Sven, le gestionnaire, se préoccupe vraiment de savoir si tout se passe bien et est très réactif. Bravo!!!!Si nous revenions en vacances dans la région, nous relouerions cette villa sans hésiter.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2024
Merci pour votre belle .évaluation. Nous serions heureux de vous accueillir à nouveau. Hénning

10/10 Excellent

Carolina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and relaxing
The house was perfect for our needs. Spacious, and fun with the pool and the nature. We had fun looking at some monkeys and the birds. It was stocked up with stuff you might need, and Sven was very helpful. The host was quick to respond from the beginning to end. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022