Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta.
Situato nella gated community Ocotal. Spettacolare vista mare, un ambiente bellissimo, la serenità, il comfort, la sicurezza e l'avventura possono tutti essere tuo quando si vacanza nella nostra villa. Bahia Pez Vela si trova in una baia tropicale con una spiaggia di sabbia nera, ristorante a bordo piscina e un bar e una piscina supplementare a pochi passi dalla villa. Vivrete i migliori comfort con una cucina ben attrezzata, camere da letto spaziose e in villa lavanderia. Il personale cordiale e competente è lì per assistervi con visite, suggerimenti di viaggio e le attività locali. Ci sono portineria, 24 ore di sicurezza, manutenzione e servizi di pulizia a disposizione per tutto il soggiorno. Sarete molto soddisfatti con l'approccio accomodante e professionale del personale dell'ufficio che forniscono il servizio di portineria e farà del loro meglio per assicurare i vostri bisogni e desideri sono soddisfatti. Troverete il personale dell'ufficio può comunicare efficacemente con voi in inglese e spagnolo. Bahia Pez Vela si trova nello stato di Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Guanacaste è un bel posto da visitare tutto l'anno, con lussureggianti colline verdi durante la stagione delle piogge, incredibile fulmine mostra nel mese di giugno e luglio, feste locali nei mesi di dicembre, gennaio e febbraio e sempre belle spiagge. È possibile prendere parte a pesca d'altura con partenza da tua spiaggia. Costa Rica è conosciuto come un eccellente luogo birdwatching con molte varietà di uccelli proprio sulla proprietà e molti altri in un prossimo da aree. Immersioni e snorkeling appassionati di immersioni saranno al 7 ° cielo a causa del facile accesso al prime time di immersione. Ci sono molti posti dove andare escursioni tra cui una passeggiata vigorosa con favolosa vista mare nel circuito Ocotal appena fuori dalla struttura. Non si vuole perdere le zone richiesta di fama, le linee zip avventurose e paesaggistico. Potrete godere di mangiare fuori la varietà di ristoranti e 'soda', tutte dotate di ottimo cibo. Se si preferisce preparare i pasti nella cucina ben attrezzata nella villa, ci sono ottimi negozi di generi alimentari (Auto Mercado e Super Luperón) e stand di frutta locali che offrono tutto ciò che è necessario per i vostri pasti cucinati in casa. Si può essere certi di divertimento sotto il sole ovunque tu vada, soprattutto sulle spiagge e piscine. Vi sentirete sicuri a causa della casa di guardia gated e la 24 ore di sicurezza. Ognuna delle guardie sono simpatico, cordiale e la vostra sicurezza è la loro principale preoccupazione, così come voi avere un tempo meraviglioso. Bahia Pez Vela è una famiglia orientata resort superbamente, così come il luogo ideale per una fuga romantica. Abbiamo trovato tutti gli ospiti di essere gentile, interessante e da tutto il mondo. Si adatta a destra in! Alcune delle nostre attività preferite includono il Palo Verde River Tour, il Rincon de la Vieja tour di avventura, di Witch Roccia Canopy (zip line) Tour, una crociera al tramonto e ogni festa che sembra essere nella zona. Visitando le belle spiagge della zona, così come i ristoranti e negozi sono sempre divertenti.
Servizi della struttura
Piscina/Spa
Massaggi
Piscina in comune
Connessione Internet
La villa offre la connessione Internet Wi-Fi
Parcheggio e trasferimenti
Auto consigliata
Parcheggio in loco
Cucina
Forno
Frigorifero
Lavastoviglie
Macchina per caffè/tè
Microonde
Piano cottura
Spezie
Stoviglie, piatti e utensili da cucina
Tostapane
Camere da letto
3 camere da letto
Lenzuola fornite dalla struttura
Bagno
2,5 bagni
Asciugacapelli
Asciugamani forniti in loco
Doccia
Spazi a disposizione
Sala da pranzo separata
Soggiorno
Intrattenimento
Lettore DVD
TV con canali satellitari/via cavo
Aree esterne
Balcone
Giardino
Griglia da barbecue
Lavanderia
Lavanderia
Lavatrice
Comfort
Aria condizionata
Animali
Non sono ammessi gli animali domestici
Idoneità e accessibilità
Struttura riservata ai non fumatori
Servizi e dotazioni
Ferro/Asse da stiro
Servizi concierge
Telefono
Vantaggi della posizione
In un paese
Vicino a un centro benessere/beauty spa
Vicino a un molo privato
Vicino a un ospedale
Vicino a uno zoo
Cose da fare
Vantaggi per il golf opzionali
Arrampicate in montagna nelle vicinanze
Birdwatching nelle vicinanze
Camminate per ammirare la fauna selvatica nelle vicinanze
Casinò nelle vicinanze
Equitazione nelle vicinanze
Golf nelle vicinanze
Immersioni subacquee nelle vicinanze
Itinerari per mountain bike nelle vicinanze
Kayak nelle vicinanze
Moto d'acqua nelle vicinanze
Motonautica nelle vicinanze
Nuoto nelle vicinanze
Osservazione delle balene nelle vicinanze
Parasailing nelle vicinanze
Pesca nelle vicinanze
Piste pedonali/ciclabili nelle vicinanze
Rafting nelle vicinanze
Snorkeling nelle vicinanze
Surf/bodyboarding nelle vicinanze
Tour ecologici nelle vicinanze
Tubing acquatico nelle vicinanze
Vela nelle vicinanze
Windsurf nelle vicinanze
Misure di sicurezza
Rilevatore di monossido di carbonio non specificato (l'host non ha indicato se la struttura è dotata di un rilevatore di monossido di carbonio; valuta l'ipotesi di portare un rilevatore portatile)
Rilevatore di fumo non specificato (l'host non ha indicato se la struttura è dotata di un rilevatore di fumo)
Informazioni generali
Dimensioni dell'unità: 200 metri quadrati
Giardino
Struttura all'interno di un resort
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Le informazioni fornite dalla struttura potrebbero essere tradotte con strumenti di traduzione automatica.
Animali domestici
Animali domestici non ammessi
Bambini e letti aggiuntivi
Si accettano prenotazioni che includono bambini.
Eventi
Non è consentito organizzare eventi
Politica fumatori
Non è consentito fumare
Informazioni importanti
Da ricordare
Questa struttura è gestita da un host professionista, che la affitta in ambito commerciale, imprenditoriale o professionale.
Per eventuali ospiti aggiuntivi possono essere previsti supplementi, variabili in base alla politica della struttura.
All'arrivo, oltre a un documento di identità comprensivo di foto, potrebbero essere richieste una carta di credito/debito o una caparra in contanti per eventuali spese accessorie.
Tutte le richieste speciali sono soggette a disponibilità al momento dell'arrivo e possono comportare spese aggiuntive. Le richieste speciali non sono garantite.
Le feste in loco e gli eventi di gruppo sono severamente vietati.
L'host non ha indicato la presenza o l'assenza di un rilevatore di monossido di carbonio in struttura; ti consigliamo di portare con te un rilevatore da viaggio.
L'host non ha indicato la presenza o l'assenza di un rilevatore di fumo in struttura.
Questa struttura è gestita tramite il nostro partner Vrbo. Riceverai un'e-mail da Vrbo con un link al tuo account, dove potrai modificare o cancellare la prenotazione
Se cancelli la tua prenotazione, si applicheranno le condizioni di cancellazione dell’host. In base alla normativa dell’UE sui diritti dei consumatori, i servizi di prenotazione di alloggi non sono soggetti al diritto di recesso.
Dettagli aggiuntivi
È consigliata l'auto per facilitare gli spostamenti da e per la struttura.
Domande frequenti
Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta. ha una piscina?
Sì, la struttura ha una piscina.
Gli animali sono accettati presso Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta.?
No, questa struttura non accetta animali domestici.
Quanto costa il parcheggio presso Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta.?
Presso la struttura è disponibile un parcheggio in loco.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-in presso Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta.?
Orario di inizio del check-in: 14:30.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-out presso Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta.?
Orario del check-out: Mezzogiorno.
Dove si trova Villa California, con una spettacolare vista sull'oceano. Avventura vi aspetta.?
A 0,6 km da Spiaggia Bahia Pez Vela e a 3,9 km da Coco Beach, questa villa vanta una buona posizione a Sardinal. Ocotal Beach e Casinò El Coco si trovano ugualmente a meno di 5 km di distanza.
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Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Colleen S.
1 mar 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Fun Reunion at the Pez Vela
We really enjoyed our time once again at this property! Great security and the house had everything we needed to enjoy our stay!
Colleen S.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a febbraio 2025
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Paul H.
11 apr 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Perfecto!
Linda propiedad con excelente vista y un club de playa de primera categoría. Excelentes anfitriones! Esperamos regresar pronto.
Paul H.
Soggiorno di 7 notti ad aprile 2023
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Tonya
21 gen 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, servizi, condizioni e dotazioni della struttura e comunicazione
Wonderful villa in a beautiful location. Amazing views and amenities. Cesar, the concierge, was so helpful in setting up excursions and made our first trip to Costa Rica the trip of a lifetime! Can’t wait to return.
Tonya
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Jessica
19 feb 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, servizi, condizioni e dotazioni della struttura e comunicazione
The accommodations were wonderful! It's an absolutely beautiful neighborhood located right by the beach, and conveniently drive to El Coco. The house was very clean - AMAZING VIEWS! The hosts were also easy to get in touch with and responded quickly to communications.
Jessica
Soggiorno di 7 notti a febbraio 2024
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
LOAN N.
25 dic 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
December family trip
The home was spacious, clean and had a nice view. Was perfect for our family. The pool and property were well maintained and the beach was calm and private even during Christmas break. We drove to coco beach every night for dinner which was a 10-15 minute drive and had delicious food options. Would love to return next year!
LOAN N.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a dicembre 2023
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Tori B.
6 apr 2018
Amazing Condo and Resort
My family and I stayed at this condo in March 2018 and had a wonderful stay! The owner's were delightful to work with and had everything ready upon our arrival. The condo was spotless and had everything we needed. We loved having a smaller pool option near the condo. It was great for our children and provided amazing views and an occasional monkey show in the trees!
We felt welcomed by everyone at Bahia Pez Vela and have nothing but wonderful things to say about the resort location, staff and grounds. The pool, beach and restaurant were all amazing and we loved getting to know the staff at the pool restaurant, Maracuya. The staff went out of their way to provide the best customer service and the food quality was amazing! It really was some of the best food we had in Costa Rica.
All in all, this condo and resort exceeded and beyond met our expectation's! I would recommend it to anyone looking for a fabulous vacation!
Tori B.
Soggiorno di 8 notti a marzo 2018
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
10 gen 2017
Serene location with amazing views
We were 6 adults, parents and adult children (23-26 yrs) and found the layout to be good. The villa was spotless and cool upon our arrival and check-in was very easy. The villa is very peaceful, located at the end of a row with 1 additional unit next to it before the upper pool area. The upper pool is perfect with an infinity pool and views to the ocean. The views were the best part of staying in this unit as opposed others that were at the bottom of the resort. Chris is the 2nd best part of renting this villa, as he's extremely helpful, efficient, and responsive.
We had a car which is ideal if you stay in this resort as it's a 15 minute drive to the grocery store in Playas del Coco. It's only 45 minutes to Liberia airport, 1 hr to Tamarindo, and 1.5 hrs to Rincon de la Vieja Park. The location is ideal for exploring the area, or just hanging out and enjoying the view.
The villa is exactly like the pictures with great views from 2 upper bedrooms and the main living area. It has a brand new BBQ, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave and is well stocked for cooking.
The grounds are well maintained and were green and full of flowers during our visit. The restaurant, Picante, is an open air, poolside dining area and bar with good food and friendly staff. You can rent paddle boards, kayaks, snorkle gear and book tours through the office. Both units on each side of us were rented while we were there yet it was still very quiet.
Soggiorno di 9 notti a dicembre 2016
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Connie L.
14 mar 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Amazing people!
We just came home from a week at this comfortable and spacious villa. The pools are gorgeous and the resort itself is wonderful. But the best thing about staying here is the amazing people. First of all, the owner is super accommodating and stayed in constant contact with us. We had some major difficulties with our rental car situation when we first got there, and he made arrangements through the resort for a driver to come pick us up when we were stranded. Secondly, the resort staff are top notch! They took amazing care of us, from making dinner reservations, arranging a covid test at the villa, lining up surf lessons, recommending fabulous sight-seeing, calling the airline for us to inquire about our lost luggage, and arranging an alternative rental car for us to be delivered directly to the villa for no extra charge. I can't say enough about how wonderful it is to have a team of people helping you like this when you are trying to navigate a foreign country. We have stayed in dozens of VRBO homes, and I have never encountered this level of attention, support and kindness. Pura Vida!
Connie L.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a marzo 2022
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Lois F.
1 mar 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Wonderful Villa
We spent five blissful weeks in this beautiful villa. If you are considering staying at Villa California stop considering and just book it! The owners are highly responsive and the villa has everything you could want and more. The kitchen is wonderfully stocked with everything you could ever need for home cooked meals and if you prefer to dine out the resort restaurant also serves gourmet meals that are delicious. The beds are very comfortable and you can see all the care and attention to detail Chris and Alison have put into their home. There is a pool right around the corner with only one villa between you and the pool. The views are spectacular with outdoor furniture to sit and enjoy sunrises and sunsets with many tropical birds, monkeys and hummingbirds. Can’t say enough about how lovely this villa is. Thankyou Chris and Alison for creating and sharing your oasis with us! Pura Vida! ❤️
Lois F.
Soggiorno di 37 notti a gennaio 2022
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Jim and JoAnn L.
13 gen 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Beautiful oasis
We recommend this property to anyone looking for beauty and comfort. The owners were wonderful to work with and really went out of their way with itinerary ideas to help us have a wonderful trip. The house is well equipped for cooking and relaxing and the views are spectacular. We saw beautiful sunsets! We hope to get back again!
Jim and JoAnn L.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a gennaio 2022
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Haydee C.
5 gen 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Perfect!
Love the place, location and service. Everything you need to have a great family vacation! Chris and Allison were awesome, welcoming and very responsive.
Thank you for everything
Haydee C.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a dicembre 2020
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Sylvie M.
4 apr 2019
Beautiful view!
I enjoyed waking up to the ocean view every morning and having breakfast with the sounds of the waves and the many birds that are surrounding the villa which is spacious and comfortable.
Sylvie M.
Soggiorno di 56 notti a gennaio 2019
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Sylvie M.
22 mar 2018
Love this place!
This was my third stay at this villa. I enjoyed it as always, the view is amazing, how calming and resourceful it is to sit on the balcony in the morning with my coffee and admire nature at it's best. The villa is spacious and confortable and Bahia Pez Vela is just a quiet and enchanting place. The personnel is always kind and helpful. I would definitely recommend this place.
Sylvie M.
Soggiorno di 42 notti a gennaio 2018
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Vanessa F.
11 gen 2018
Amazing !!!!
It was a very pleasant place. Amazing view, nice swimming pool, with very good amenities. Excellent communication with owner.
Vanessa F.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a gennaio 2018
Verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Caron D.
7 gen 2018
Gorgeous View!
We had a great time at Villa California over New Year's! The weather was so warm, and the view from the villa is SPECTACULAR. Troops of monkeys passed through the trees as we sat and watched the ocean. The villa had everything we needed. The pools at the resort are very nice, and the staff are friendly and helpful. The restaurant there is delicious, as well.
Caron D.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a dicembre 2017
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
Nathaniel B.
10 nov 2017
Great place to stay in Costa Rica!
Guanacaste Province has everything you need and Bahia Pez Vella is the perfect location. Christopher and Allison make it easy to plan accordingly. This was our second stay here. We will definitely be back!
Nathaniel B.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a novembre 2017
Archivio
8/10 Buono
Annette M.
1 lug 2017
Great views, location, and lovely beach!!!
Spacious, functional and fantastic views...we had a good time. Great to see the summer season. It was crazy seeing the weather phenomenon. Even when cloudy and misting or rainy you could still do so much which is weird for a Midwest mindset:-) Loved viewing the natural setting and seeing nature. Howling monkeys, dragonfly's, birds, bees, and many plants and flowers. Our view was above the treetops...amazing and busy nature scenes. The place itself was good and owners responsive. Be prepared to work your legs out... seriously steep hills but fun to get to our Villa. Loved that you could get beach front service for water related activities. My small picky point is inside furniture ... king bed was tough for a week. However, we LOVED the screen doors and the view all over the Villa! So overall --price, view, space, and our needs -- totally met! We ❤️ Bahia Pez Vela in Costa Rica!!!
Annette M.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a giugno 2017
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
Lise B.
22 mar 2017
Villa California
Just like last year a bit of paradise in our lives. Fantastic host, trip, and dwelling. The premises are well kept, staff is friendly and helpful. Thanks Cesar for your precious help in planing our trip to Nicaragua
Lise B.
Soggiorno di 28 notti a febbraio 2017
Archivio
8/10 Buono
Paul G.
3 mag 2016
Everything we wanted in a base for our CR vacation
Villa California is a well maintained home with all the amenities and a lovely view of the Pacific. Only an hour from the airport at Liberia and close to Playa Coco plus Playa Ocotal (and the delightful Father Rooster beach restaurant) and even a small beach cove directly below the villa (200+ ft down - you have to drive). We loved the place.
Paul G.
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
Lise B.
8 mar 2016
Our stay at Villa California
We were 4 adults that stayed at Villa California for the month of February. We could all enjoy privacy in this spacious villa when we needed it. It was relaxful when we needed it, it was soul searching at times. However most of our time was focused on exploring Costa Rica (Monteverde, Paulo Verde, Nicoya, many small villages and beaches around and sail boating on the Pacific). Could not have asked for anything better. There was absolutely no problems with the water (we dranked it for the whole month). A word about the ownwers Chris and Allison they were absolutely fantastic in helping us put this trip together. Thank you very much
Lise Ottawa Ontario Canada
Lise B.
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
Meirav J.
13 gen 2016
Loved everything about it
We stayed here for a week in early January. We were 5 people: 2 small children aged 2 and 4, their parents, and one grandparent. The place could easily have accommodated another couple, too, but was perfect for our group. Apartment was clean, well-appointed, tastefully decorated, and there were plenty of towels and sheets to make up for not having a cleaner in during our stay ( rent covers 1 cleaning which in our case was after the stay). There was also a washing machine and dryer, which we used, a small enclosed outdoor area tonhang towels and swimsuits and to wash them off if needed. The views were amazing, and the place was quiet. Not all the light bulbs worked, but I'm sure that if I'd have asked the office they would have replaced. The condo is part of an immaculate resort with good (if slow - Costa-rican style) service, and there are always people around cleaning and pruning with a smile. Resort services, including security and staff, always made us feel more than welcome. Location was perfect for a winter get-away. You will need a car here, and then you should use it for some sight seeing. Great beaches, a beautiful waterfall, and a nature reserve with plenty of animals, all within 1.5 hours drive. Not always great roads. We had a 4x4. Still, others we met at the resort never left the grounds. Beautiful onsite beach (you'll want to drive down because it's a steep unpaved walk down and then up again), pools by the beach, small infinity pool right by the villa, shared by only about 4 other villas (we often had it to ourselves). It was really a dream holiday, and the home we stayed in was really beautiful. Thanks, Chris and Allison!
Meirav J.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a gennaio 2016
Archivio
8/10 Buono
laura o.
6 gen 2016
Wonderful time
Villa California at Bahía Pez Vela in Guanacaste has an excellent location and wonderful service from the staff. It is really recommend to families with little kids due its near little pool.
The beach is marvelous and the site in general is in good conditions. I would come back. The only thing I would be careful of is from water, cause some of us got sick drinking the tube water.
The size of the condo is appropriate to have the 8 people comfortable and having each own space without feeling crowed at the same space.
laura o.
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
David L.
7 mar 2015
la vida loco
We stayed at Villa California this past January. Upon arrival, we were concerned that we might be too far from the action. The house was very well laid out, nicely furnished and spotless. We threw our stuff inside and went down to "Picantes" to figure things out. . We were immediately welcomed by the staff, had a couple drinks and started to get our bearings. With-in 2-3 days we were feeling like Ticos and so happy with Villa California. Start the day out side with coffee and the Magpies, enjoy a million dollar view of the bay. We were pretty active all day but we always looked forward to getting back to unwind at the villa. What a great place to relax if we choose or just catch our breath before going back to town. Don't be afraid to go out, we never felt unsafe. We would recommend the local watering holes. The locals are actually Ex-Pats who live there. They are always friendly and the best source of information. Our favorite was "La Vida Loco", it's right on the beach in Coco,( be brave, you're going to like it). The clubs down town are fine for music and such but the people there will most likely be tourist like your self. For nice sunset meal, "The Lookout", Good food, best beer selection and, great views. We did several zip lines, water falls, snorkeling, sun set cruise, Conchal Beach, Taramindo.... Over-all great vacation and the Villa California was always a great place to return to. We will be back. Thank you Chris and Allison for making your place available.
David L.
Archivio
10/10 Eccellente
Heidi S.
12 gen 2015
ocean breezes and starry nights
our family of six ( kids ages 20 to 13 ) thouroughly enjoyed villa california! the villa is well laid out and spacious. we especially loved the ocean view and the quietness of the location. it felt very private and kids were totally comfortable with just hanging out at the patio. there is also a smaller infinity pool steps away that was very seldom used by anyone other than ourselves! the villa is well stocked and even had some pool toys that could be used. it was very , very clean ( no dust bunnies lurking) and had all the conveniences you would need . the villa is gently used , and reflects an authentic costa rica decor. as a result, we all felt comfortable enough to walk around barefoot and in bathing suits! the flipside of that fabulous view is that there is a ten minute steep walk to the beach (and then back ). our kids did not seem to mind and i considered it a workout! the beach is beautiful and despite christmas week, was not crowded. our kids were able to do alot of snorkeling and earlier in the week , when the waves were larger , some boogey boarding. the pool and shower at the beach were an added bonus, as was the restaurant , picantes ; where the kids would like to order cold cokes! the staff at the office, cesar and jacqui, were most helpful at arranging tours and drivers. next time we would come, we would rent a car to take full advantage of exploring the area. if you have older kids, gauchepelin is well worth the expense. chris , the owner of villa 37, was very helpful and prompt at responding to emails. he and his wife have a very lovely spot . thank you for making our first trip to costa rica so memorable .