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Terrace/patio
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning

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Puerto Carrillo, Guanacaste Province
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Samara Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪75 min drive‬

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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.

Luxury Oceanfront View Villa with Chef, Housekeeping and Concierge Services

Villa Amore is a beautiful, Tuscan-style, luxury villa offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.

Villa Amore features 4 spacious guest suites. The primary guest suite on the main floor provides a king bed, large walk-in closet with safe and a full 4-piece en suite bathroom with a double-sink vanity and a bidet. The remaining 3 guest suites, located on the upper level, each provide a queen bed and a daybed which convert to (2) twin/single beds, accommodating up to 4 guests per guest suite. Each guest suite offers a full 3-piece en suite bathroom and walk-in closet with a safe.
Full-time chef services are offered and included in your luxury rental. This includes breakfast and dinner preparation, serving, and clean-up (Monday-Saturday). Guests are required to purchase their own groceries, ingredients and beverages. Or, if you prefer, our caretakers will be happy to provide shopping service for a nominal fee.

Guests can enjoy a spacious, custom-designed chef’s kitchen. It is fully equipped with an expansive refrigerator and freezer with ice-maker, professional Italian cooktop range and oven, wine cooler fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, toaster oven, coffee & espresso maker, blender, and all the necessary cooking and baking utensils. Just off the kitchen is an oversized outdoor terrace, featuring a BBQ grilling area with sink and an extendable dining table, allowing you to enjoy the natural beauty encompassing the entire villa and ocean view, surrounded by lush tropical gardens.

Just minutes from the villa, brings you to a couple small, natural beaches. These beaches may too rugged for swimming but they are an amazing place to spread out a towel and relax, collect shells, and take in the surrounding serene beauty. When the tide is low, you can hike along the lava rock and swim or snorkel with the tropical fish in the shallow tidal pools.

Villa Amore is only a 5 minute drive from beautiful Playa Carrillo. In March 2013, Travel and Leisure Magazine featured it in the Top 25 secret beaches in the world. The magazine describes it as a white-sand beach framed by mountains and just off a boulevard lined by palm trees. It is safe to swim, surf or just lounge under the palm trees and try out a fresh coconut water or a flavored shaved ice, from one of the local vendors . It is perfect for an early morning walk along this 2 km beach and top if off with a relaxing massage from a local beach vendor or you can enjoy a beautiful sunset at the end of the day. The beach is protected by rocky headlands and provides calm, warm water for all swimmers.

Villa Amore is located in the province of Guanacaste, one of the five Blue Zones of the world, and is approximately two hours from Liberia International Airport (LIR) and is approximately four hours from San Jose International Airport (SJO).

Communications-
Wi-Fi (Wireless Internet)
Local house phone for free calls within Costa Rica

We provide beach gear: beach towels, chairs, umbrella, coolers, snorkel gear and sand toys, etc.

Other Notes:
1- The neighborhood around the villa has access to the pebble beaches and tidal pools down below. Children must be attended around water.
2- Minimum Age For Reservation is 25 years old. All guests over 18 are required to sign Villa Rules & Regulation form
3- No Pets Allowed
4- No Smoking Allowed near villa
Nearby Activities:
Birdwatching
Sightseeing
Horseback Riding
Snorkeling/Diving
Hiking
Surfing
Yoga (ask about poolside)
Massages (ask about poolside) Swimming
Shopping
Biking
Health/Beauty Spa
Wildlife Viewing
Dolphin & Whale watching
Zip-Lining
Deep Sea Fishing
*We strongly recommend travel insurance should you need to cancel for unforeseen circumstances outside of our cancellation policy.
During your stay at this villa, you'll be close to Samara Beach. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and concierge services. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a private pool in the villa.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 3.7 miles (5.9 km) from Samara Beach and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Carrillo Beach
Luxury Oceanfront View Villa with Chef, Housekeeping and Concierge Services offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a garden. The family-friendly Luxury Oceanfront View Villa with Chef, Housekeeping and Concierge Services also features concierge services and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Puerto Carrillo villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Laura

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step to reach entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 4,200 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: *All children must be supervised near pool*

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Luxury Oceanfront View Villa with Chef, Housekeeping and Concierge Services Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise and the Perfect Escape for our Family
Our extended family had the pleasure of staying at Villa Amore in mid-March as the second half of our family trip to Costa Rica. This was a perfect getaway spot for us with everything we could ask for and more. The place was spotless, the pool was well maintained and the view and ocean breezes couldn’t be beat. We loved the space in the bedrooms for all our luggage and as four separate families with children it was the perfect setup for sleeping. And then there was Alex and Jenny, they were so warm, welcoming and accommodating to our group. We all very much enjoyed their fabulous cooking and the break it gave us from making our own breakfast and dinners was a priceless luxury! We will be recommending this place to other friends and family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family vacation
We rented the property for our mothers 70th birthday. 6 adults 4 kids ranging from 5 to 11. Basically everything that could have gone wrong did (planned area wide power outage for 1 day, unplanned area wide water outage for part of day, 5 year old ran through a sliding glass door) and even wjth all of that it was one of the best vacations any of us have had. The listing is even better than the pictures. The chef/caretakers Alex and Jenny are truly amazing and were able to troubleshoot all issues even though they werent the fault of the property. Location was perfect. Alex recommended a few local excursions such as horsebackriding that were amazing. Once in a lifetime experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ky friends and family
Wow! We had such a time. The home is beautiful, well kept and run by the best staff. The surroundings allow you to see wildlife in the trees, whales in the ocean, and birds in the sky. Every meal was exceptional and the concierge service set up our airport shuttles, rental cars and the best excursions. We were sad to leave and can’t wait to return one day
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbeatable Full Service Getaway
After staying in 40 short-term rental homes (of all price ranges) around the world, this is single-handedly the best in every way. Every day in the home was an animal watching experience. We saw and heard dozens of birds, local monkeys, and even whales breeching off the coast! All from the comfort of the incredibly luxurious and comfortable indoor/outdoor living spaces and the gorgeous and comfortable pool that the kiddos (ages 1-4) and the adults (all in our 30's) loved. It's hard to believe, but the listing description and photos don't do the house, property, and whole experience justice.Additionally, Alex and Jennifer (the onsite chefs/housekeepers/helpers) were a gift. They are professionally-trained chefs who have had years of practice and cook incredible food. We ended up going out for a few meals, but wish we would have had all breakfasts and dinners at the house. Both of them are kind but also blend in and are never intrusive, while also being inviting and hospitable; a rare combo.Other Details:-The house is extremely safe from robbery.-The two nearby towns are cute, and Playa Carrillo is a phenomenal beach.-The house is well-stocked with games, books, beach chairs, and kiddo pool toys floaties.-The concierge helped us book tours with ease.If you are planning a trip to Costa Rica, plan your entire visit around this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
3rd time back
Wonderful place! our 3rd time back and we love Alex and Jenny as they make it worth it! our kids love speaking to them in Spanish, and the meals Alex/Jenny make are phenomenal. lovely home and ideal location!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with fantastic chef
We had high expectations for this property and they were exceeded. The staff provided - chefs/housekeepers were exceptional. The meals are best described as fine dining - such a pampering to have breakfast and dinner made to order for you 6 days a week. The house itself is also beautiful and has such an incredible view. We were able to watch whales out on the ocean. It is also in a more rural area. There were literally monkeys swinging through the trees down the street. We also felt very safe here. Highly, highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay for a large group we’ve had
We came with a big group for a wedding. The stay was amazing and better than pictures show. Alex and Jenny were 10/10 helpful and kind
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali S., Westfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Large family trip - Amazing time
We had the most magical stay at Villa Amore. It truly is the definition of luxury. Such an amazing space to gather at the end of a day of adventuring to spend time together as a family, watching the sunset over the pacific. Alex and Jenny were phenomenal. So kind, professional and helpful. The meals were amazing, each one better than the last. My only advice would be to add some information to the pre trip information around customary tipping practices for the area, for both excursions and also for Alex and Jenny. They were so phenomenal and we wanted to show our gratitude but have no idea if the amount we left was sufficient.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Vacation!
Now we know why all of the reviews were rated best of the best! We had four families sharing the property with ages ranging from 2 to 68 and everyone had the best time ever. Alex and Jen are the best hosts and their culinary skills are amazing. We had every meal at the villa with the exception of their day off. The property is very much as advertised with plenty of room for our group of 12. One of those trips that no one wanted to leave with guaranties that we will all be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic trip to Carrillo
This was our second trip to Carrillo. We love the area, and the beaches are beautiful! Laura was great during the booking process, and Alex and Jenny were so helpful and easy to communicate with. The house is gorgeous, with amazing ocean views. The food was delicious, we ate in every night! Jenny kept the house so clean, and even did our laundry when needed. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing experience!
Right from the beginning Laura was absolutely amazing with communication and giving recommendations for planning excursions and all those little details for things! The house was stunning! Alex and Jenny far exceeded our expectations and by day 2 felt like part of our family! The house was always immaculate, food was top tier and just being able to spend time and conversation with them was amazing! Costa Rica definitely did not disappoint in any way! As they say… PURA VIDA! ❤️ thank you so much Laura for allowing to stay in your beautiful home and have this wonderful family experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T., wilmington,nc

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip for Mom’s 70th
My wife, parents and adult sisters stayed at Villa Amore for a week to celebrate my Mom’s 70th birthday. Everything about the week was great. There is not much more to be said that has not been said in previous reviews . The food is incredible. I hope to book again with some friends.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oleg N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Paradise
Amazing experience!!! Beautiful house. Alex and Jenny were amazing. Food was really good! The view is unbeatable!! Lots of wildlife, beautiful beach!! Would 100% recommend to anyone!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celeste W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. The house was immaculate and had everything we needed. Alex and Jennifer were amazing. We enjoyed all the meals they cooked and eating on the patio was such a treat. The location was wonderful too. I felt like all my research had paid off when a local resident asked us in surprised how we found Playa Carrillo. It is the most beautiful beach. We felt very fortunate to have been able to experience the culture, food and beaches all in one trip. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view, location and service!
We had a wonderful time at Villa Amore! The view is stunning and Alex and Jenny made our stay absolutely seamless. We were so sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home w/ breathtaking views!
The check-in process was easy. Alex was anticipating our arrival and was ready to greet us as we stepped out of the car. Alex and Jenny are fantastic concierges. They made recommendations for activities, did some of our grocery shopping, and prepared breakfast and dinner upon our request. It was a welcomed treat to have them do some of the cooking and clean up afterwards. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Keep in mind that the only enclosed areas of the home are the bedrooms so the shared living spaces and kitchen are open to nature and do not have air cond. This was not an issue for us as it was easy to cool off in the gorgeous infinity pool that overlooks the Pacific! I would like to point out that the dishwasher did not work so we did need to hand wash dishes. It did not wash or rinse dishes properly. The location was convenient to Carrillo and Samara. There is a small grocery store about five minutes down the road that we found most of our food supplies. For more options, there is a larger grocery store (Pali) in Samara. Nature is abound! We saw spider monkeys near the house and many colorful birds. There are fruit trees next to the house that would be lovely during the wetter seasons. We visited during the dry season so there was not yet fruit on the trees. We enjoyed zip lining, chartering a private boat, and simply relaxing around the house. Overall, the home felt like a Costa Rican gem! Thank you for hosting us! Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Visit in Costa Rica
Amazing first trip to Costa Rica. The pool was great for the kids (some pool toys/floats were available to use). Lots of wildlife on the property/nearby (we went tidepooling a couple of times, saw humpback whales, monkeys, lots of birds). The property was very clean and looked like the pictures. We did not rent a car, but almost all excursions would pick us up. We loved Alex & Jenny!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Our experience was superior to all other of our VRBO stays. The hosts, Alex and Jenny, were especially helpful. Every meal they made for us was better than any meal we could get in the restaurants. We will try to stay here every time we come back to Costa Rica.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical stay
We had the most amazing stay here. This was our trip remembering our mom in her favorite place. Alex and Jennifer were incredible, everything was just magical and we couldn’t have asked for a better anything. It was gorgeous and perfect in every way.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 60th Birthday
Villa Amore lived up to its reputation. The views , the house and of course Jenny and Alex. They made fabulous meals and made us feel welcome! The beaches and sunsets were amazing! Laura was great to deal with and always responded quickly to questions. We will come again for sure! Pura Vida!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vijay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House with Amazing Staff
Wonderful trip to the Samara area. House has an amazing view, very nice setup for a family. Well represented on website. Alex and Jenny are amazing and making sure your stay will be wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Villa Amore was an amazing experience. The pictures do not do this place justice!!! The most beautiful ocean view and so much wildlife to see. This was our second time in Costa Rica and we’ll definitely stay here again when we come back. It’s close to Samara which is a neat little town. Make sure to bring a sleep mask as the sun rises very early. (5:30 am while we were there!) Alex and Jenny helped provide an incredibly relaxing trip! Every meal was delicious!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

melissa o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bourgeoisie Girls Trip
The stay was absolutely fabulous! View of the oceanfront property was out of this world. The staff was remarkable and exceptional! The food divine! The property is top tier!!!! Even the hired drivers were very responsive, such gentleman and beyond caring and sweet! To airport attendants were incredible. The people on the island so caring so kind! But back to the house and Laura again top tier!!!!!!! Highly recommend and I’ll be back very, very soon! Oh and did I mention the infinity pool! Absolutely incredible and again the view of the Pacific Ocean can be seen from every room. The plush greenery so beautiful! Everything and everyone simply beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barron T.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a wonderful stay!!
We had an absolutely terrific vacation at Villa Amore! The property was magnificent and exactly how it was represented in the listing and photos. After our stay, we couldn’t think of anything that could have been done to improve our experience. As far as Alex and Jenny go…there is nothing to be said that hadn’t already been said. They are wonderful people….a pair of jewels….kind, attentive and incredibly helpful. Regarding meals, they accommodated everything we asked. The food was excellent and beautifully presented. As I told them….”on a 10 scale, spending a week at Villa Amore is a solid 10”…..but spending a week at Villa Amore staffed by Alex and Jenny is an easy “15.” We can’t recommend this property highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S., DALLAS

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway!
I could write a book about how wonderful our stay was! This property is amazing, beautiful home, view and location. Having Jenny and Alex was incredible! They are so kind and accomodating and made us feel at home. Breakfast and dinners were incredible! In addition, we had a few changes and questions before we arrived and Laura was more than accomodating and helpful during the process. Would absolutely stay here again and we are hoping to do so in the near future! Wonderful vacation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023