Step into Los Almendros, a tranquil beachfront retreat in Playa Ocotal. Relax by the private plunge pool or unwind on the screened balcony with ocean views. Enjoy direct access to the beach from your yard and take advantage of high-speed internet, a fully-equipped kitchen, and private washer & dryer.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand!
Close your eyes and imagine - You're sitting on your patio, listening to the waves crashing just 100ft (30m) away. You head to your private yard to relax on the lounge chairs by the private plunge pool. You grab your snorkel gear and head to the calm waters of Playa Ocotal. Don't bother putting on your shoes; just open the gate and walk right onto the sand.
THIS is the place for your dream vacation. THIS IS LOS ALMENDROS 3 - one of the few true oceanfront rentals in the area. Guests have private use of the home, as well as the private yard and plunge pool. There is also a shared, oceanview pool are with covered seating areas and lounge chairs. Features - Direct beach access from your private yard with plunge pool - 3 bedrooms with ocean views - 2 full bathrooms - Screened, oceanview balcony with dining table and outdoor sofa - Gas BBQ - Fully-equipped kitchen with dishwasher - Living room with 48" Smart TV - High-speed internet - Safe for your valuables - Private washer & dryer - Gated community with 24/7 security - Private, covered parking space for 1 car +1 uncovered parking space
Sleeping Arrangements: - Upper-level primary bedroom - King bed, 42" Smart TV, dresser, access to oceanview patio. This bedroom has a full bathroom right outside the door. - Lower-level bedroom #1 - King bed, 42" Smart TV, safe, closets, sliding doors to the yard and plunge pool area - Lower-level bedroom #2 - Two single beds, closets, sliding doors to the yard and plunge pool area. Note - The lower level bedrooms share a full bathroom
Our company manages 140+ vacation rentals in the area so we operate differently than an independent Vacation Rental "Host". We have a team that will assist with your visit to the property: Our VACATION SPECIALISTS can assist with transportation, tours, boat trips, in-property services like chefs and spa services, as well as area information. One of our HOUSE MANAGERS will be your point of contact for any questions you have related to the property before and during your stay. Our VACATION SPECIALISTS and HOUSE MANAGERS work as a team to provide you with the best vacation experience possible!
Los Almendros is a gated community on the beach in Playa Ocotal. There is a guard that lets guests in and out of the property and shared amenities like a large pool with oceanviews, loungers and covered table areas.
Guests will be most comfortable with a rental car or golf cart for their stay, which we can assist with! While it is walkable around Playa Ocotal, most shops and restaurants are located in Playas del Coco. We do not recommend this home without a rental car or private driver.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
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)
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,507 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Sardinal, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coco Beach and Playa Hermosa. Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Rocio's Kitchen are also worth visiting. Visit our El Ocotal travel guide
Does Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand! located?
Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal holiday home is steps from Ocotal Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Coco Beach. Bahia Pez Vela Beach and El Coco Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Beachfront Villa - From Your Yard to the Sand! Reviews
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Great location for a quiet beach stay. We loved the direct access to the beach, less crowded and only a short drive to Coco for more restaurant options. We also enjoyed cool bird watching and wildlife sightings right from the deck. Father Rooster is a fun restaurant just a few minutes walk and the snorkeling was also great!
Clean, easy to find, secure, perfect covered and elevated deck for dinners and evening card games, great host communication and had everything we needed and more. Would stay here again!
This place was steps from a soft black sand beach with excellent snorkel opportunities. Restaurant also steps away. The kitchen was fully stocked and we really appreciated the cooler.
The location is fantastic! The property is just steps away from the beautiful black sand beach. The check-in process was very easy, and we appreciated that there was security on the property at all times. There were some issues with gutters coming loose due to heavy rain, but management responded quickly to ensure everyone's safety and protect the property.
Alicia F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
DarrenT
14 Feb 2025
Beach Rental
Just finished a great trip to Costa Rica. The rental was clean and as advertised. It was great waking up to the sound of the waves each morning.
The host was very responsive and handled all questions and issues quickly and professionally. We really appreciated the direct beach access, and the Ocotal Beach area itself is beautiful. Father Rooster’s nearby was a perfect bonus.That said, the unit would benefit from updates. The pool area was difficult to fully enjoy, as there was only one usable beach chair and another that was broken. There were two foldable umbrella chairs and some beach items stored in a closet, which was a nice touch.The flower beds contained broken building materials such as light fixtures, paint sticks, and boards, which took away from the overall appearance. With six people, the unit would feel quite crowded.If direct beach access is a priority, this unit may still be worth considering. I will note that The unit was very clean, and the extra linens were greatly appreciated.
Everything went very smoothly for check-in. Property was clean. Good location. Rich Coast Vacations were super helpful and very responsive. Listing was accurate. Loved sitting on the porch and watcing the birds and the waves. Thanks to Jennifer and the team.
My wife and I stayed here with our mothers. There was plenty of room for everyone and we all felt very safe. Although the house is very nice, the real highlight was the location! Right on the beach, excellent snorkeling on both sides. The hosts offered to help set up excursions for us but we spent most of our time swimming and snorkeling right in front of the house! The plunge pool was also a nice, shaded dip in the afternoon. We enjoyed our stay!
Enjoyable beach stay that met our expectations: steps to ocotal beach and restaurant; magical Sunsets and close drive (via our rental car) to Coco. Place was clean with minimal snorkel gear but have rentals available, no binoculars but bird watching from the porch is nice and easy to use gas grill for our meals/ comfortable beds and good TV/ kitchen but need your own groceries and have option for grocery delivery. Thank you for the stay. Pura Vida!!!
Not only was the location perfect, the support via what’s app made the trip amazing. Throughout the trip, I had direct access to three incredible humans who facilitated all our needs: excursions, safety questions, general questions like where the best local market…and so much more. Every Vrbo should offer this type of customer experience.
The best thing about this was its location close to the Beach. It could use some TLC regarding some doors that stuck and would not close properly. The upstairs bathroom shower and wc area was very small and hard to maneuver in. It could be improved by some better furniture around the pool area. The beach bar within walking distance, Roosters, was overpriced and just o.k. There are better options at Coco Beach. Marlin Del Ray Sailing was great.
My family (kids 13 and 10 years old) had a great stay at this home. The home itself provided everything we needed and we had plenty of space to spread out. The balcony was my favorite place to be. I kept the Birds of Costa Rica book on the table and enjoyed trying to identify the many colorful birds. It was very relaxing and we felt completely safe throughout our stay.
Having the beach only steps away made our days so much easier. I chose this beach after a lot of research and we enjoyed it very much. The tide pool with lots of fish was a huge highlight for the kids. We also enjoyed how uncrowded the beach was and the beautiful sunsets.
I would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking to stay at a beautiful beach away from the crowds.
The property is located on a beautiful blacksand beach in a quite cove. It is as clean, vibrant and romantic as it looks in the pictures.
Internet and cell phone connection in this area is very poor. Consequently, the entertainment facilities in the house do not work as they rely on wifi that does not work. Fortunately, this area is so rich with things to do, you will hardly notice.
The booking and check in process was easy and communication with the property manager was prompt and professional. I have already recommended this location to several of my friends. This was a great place to spend a vacation.
This property was great! The owner and management team were so accomodating and quick to answer all questions.
We had everything we needed and utilized the pool and beach toys available. We loved being just steps away from a perfect family beach. Our kids (aged 2-11) loved snorkeling and playing in the tide pools and in the waves.
The air conditioning and fans kept the property nice and cool and we all slept well. I loved having morning coffee on the deck watching and hearing the waves.
Just steps down the beach from this property is a restaurant Father Roosters. It was a great location and good food but if you’re looking for authentic Costa Rican cuisine we'd recommend the Soda Jardine in Coco. It's right off the beach and the guys running it are lovely!
We loved Playa Ocotal but also enjoyed other beaches nearby. Playa Hermosa is also beautiful and has nice gentle waves for kids. We highly recommend this property and would stay here again!
Like other reviewers mention, the location is amazing, the restaurant Father Rooster is top notch with about as good of a view as you will get, the beach is beautiful and great for snorkeling. Had no Wifi and they had no fix until an appointment could be made for a technician to come after we left, but thankfully, Verizon service still worked well. The place has enough room overall, but it is tight and I am not sure who had the idea to get a sofa with a drink holder sticking out on the side...I must have hit my leg on there ten times. It is really beautiful, but the backyard pool area needs a little clearing out and most importantly, the gate to the beach has very jagged stones that can easily be moved to protect the potential of dangerous footing. Lastly, I cannot for the life of me understand why they would use a reusable decorative toilet ribbon/cover that is supposed to show that it was cleaned, but I am not sure if the reusable ribbon was supposed to be thrown out each time, so I just pushed it to the back. Anyway, mostly smaller stuff, but worth mentioning and still a great place to stay overall.
Great location, comfortable house, excellent owner
My husband and I had a terrific stay. The house was exactly as expected and very comfortable for two of us. The kitchen was nicely equipped with high end appliances and I particularly appreciated the ice and water through the refrigerator door. The air conditioning kept the interior cool, though we spent most of our time at the house outdoors on the porch overlooking the plunge pool and ocean, or in the pool. The plunge pool is wider than a jacuzzi but has a bench around the edge to sit on that puts the water level near shoulder depth when seated. The water was a great temperature; cool but not cold. Though the neighbors and beach are close, the myriad flora made the space feel private. The community is behind a gate that seemed to be staffed at all hours, and we felt very safe. The beach is just beyond the trees and a metal gate at the edge of the patio. There are about 4 rocky steps to get down to the beach that anyone with mobility issues would want to be careful negotiating. The beach is a wonderful place to stroll with soft black sand. During most of our stay there were very few people on the beach, though the weekend seemed to bring more, but not enough to ever feel crowded. Having a beachfront restaurant with good food, Father Roosters, only a 3 minute walk was incredibly convenient. I cannot say enough good things about the property owners. They were communicative, quick responding to any questions, concerns or requests, and very accommodating. Book this house!
Laura B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gabby
26 Jan 2026
Very family friendly!
My family and I visit the area and rent from Rich Coast commonly, as usual, their service makes the whole experience carefree!!! We love Ocotal and hope to enjoy this beach for many years to come
The location of this house is perfection if you enjoy a cute beach that's not in a super tourist-y location. Just a few steps to a pretty beach with decent snorkeling and a nice on-site restaurant.Hosts were very responsive and pleasant - would totally stay here again!
What a phenomenal stay! Right on the beach of Ocotal, with amazing backyard beach access. Great location to access all the incredible nature that Guanacaste has to offer. Rich Cost Vacations was a great host with extremely useful concierge services. Highly recommend!
Really great location. I wanted ON the beach and this is that. The place was clean and functioned great for three single travelers. Some downsides were the lighting (no lamps in two out of three bedrooms and we are all avid readers). Only lighting in most spaces are the bright ceiling fan lights. I found the twin beds to be uncomfortable but the kings were reported to be fine. There’s no floor mats/rugs at entrances for the constant onslaught of black sand. We found a broom and swept a bit! Kitchen is poorly appointed, especially given that there’s only one restaurant within walking distance. We had a golf cart rental and bought groceries only to discover one single, very damaged non-stick pan to cook eggs. The community pool is really lovely for a quiet nap or swim when the ocean is too much. The personal pool was not desirable. Playa Ocatal is really beautiful and we were pleased with the location. Amazing tide pools, a beach vendor w snorkels, and some good local life happening. You will need a vehicle to get up to Playa Coco. Tons of good restaurants, bars, and grocery options there. Just a few mins north.
My family had a wonderful stay at the house. It is steps off the beach. The location is perfect. The house has some snorkeling gear and water toys. The beach is black sand and can be very hot (bring water shoes). There is terrific snorkeling along the rocks to the right when you go out the back door. The community pool is close just up a flight of stairs. My family loved walking to Father Roosters at night for dinner. The beds were extremely comfortable. The upstairs bathroom is a bit tight but not a problem. We had a wonderful 5 days here and will hook again when we are in Costa Rica.