Gorgeous Pool + Gardens Steps from the Beach-Ideal Group or Family Getaway | House in Puerto Viejo

10.0 (95 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   6 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Chiguata House | Gorgeous Pool + Gardens Steps from the Beach-Ideal Group or Family Getaway

6 Bedroom House in Chiguata, Puerto Viejo

** the 2 bedrooms on the main floor have A/C**
"Casa Bella, Playa Chiquita" is a perfect spot to relax with friends and family. Gorgeous pool and stunning gardens. Excellent restaurants and beaches just steps away.
Enhanced between stay cleaning protocols. Cleanings done by a professional cleaning company.
** PRIVACY: We only book to one group at a time, so the casitas will remain empty if you don't book those spaces.
** PRICING: When looking at your pricing breakdown in your quote you will see a base price which covers up to 4 people, and then additional guest fee, which a total of the additional people in your group (there is a per person per day charge for all guests after the base price for 4 people. The VRBO site adds it up), to a max of 12 people total. The VRBO system also adds local taxes, and their own fees in this quote. If you are seeing the price with a 'C' before it, that indicates it is quoted in Canadian dollars. You can either change your search at the top right corner to only be in your own currency or use a conversion tool to convert to your chosen currency.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to Casa Bella!!! Recline on the cool wrap-around newly renovated Living/Dining area and watch toucans, sloths and blue butterflies in the one-acre private tropical gardens of Casa Bella.
Splash around in the 7 X 12 meter saltwater swimming pool. Lounge on the covered pool deck. Grill on the 40" gas BBQ.
Looking for unique activities? Ask about Salsa Lessons by the pool, unusual culinary experiences brought to you, chocolate spa treatments or chocolate making experiences, beach bonfires, kayaking or SUPing, night snorkeling, jungle hikes, waterfalls, tea ceremonies, breathwork/meditation/yoga by the pool... we can help plan your perfect vacation!
This recently built house combines the comforts of western living with the ease of the Caribbean indoor/outdoor style. Tropical hardwoods, beautiful design and modern amenities make Casa Bella an ideal destination.
From the airy and bright living room/dining room you enter the spacious modern kitchen, with its full-sized fridge, stove/oven and double sink. The kitchen comes equipped with cookware and dishware.
On the main floor there are two bedrooms with queen sized beds, private ensuite bathrooms with hot water showers, fans, and shelving for storing clothing .
Go up the external spiral staircase from the pool-side deck to a breezy loft that can be added to accommodate 2-5 more people. At the top of the loft's spiral stairs is a wide balcony where you can recline in a hammock and take in the canopy view. Inside the loft is an open living area with queen-sized bed, kitchenette, safe, fan, closet and three piece bathroom. There are also three single beds, perfect for kids.
Just across the pool from Casa Bella are Casita Bonita and Casita Sol.
Newly renovated! Casita Bonita (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) has a kitchen on the deck and two suites, each with a queen bed, a sitting area with a comfortable love seat and chair, wall sconces and overhead lighting, and a bathroom (sleeps 4). UPDATED PICTURES COMING SOON!!
Casita Sol has one bedroom (queen bed and single bed), one bathroom, a full kitchen, and hammock-strung second-story balcony (sleeps 3).
A tropical sanctuary, the lot at Casa Bella has fruit trees, flowering bushes, palm trees, ylang-ylang, open spaces and shady zones. We often have howler monkeys and sloths visiting, and if you look up you can catch a parrot or toucan party in our trees, or see the macaws flapping by.
The house is on both municipal and well water systems. Water is abundant and clean.
There is parking for up to 4 cars at the rear of the house.
From the lot is a 3 minute walk to the public access path to Playa Chiquita Beach, rated the best (and prettiest) beach on this coast! The path is another 2-3 minute walk down to the beach. Playa Chiquita Beach is sheltered by an off-shore reef making sections of it a kid-friendly place to swim. With series of sandy coves you can splash and swim, or wade and wallow in the coral fringed pools that decorate the points.
Centrally located in Playa Chiquita Village, near groceries and restaurants, Casa Bella is tucked away in its private spot a mere 1 minute walk from the main road.
We are at our house across the road at a nearby property and happy to help you find what you need in Playa Chiquita and beyond. We are very approachable and full of local knowledge.
Playa Chiquita is minutes from Puerto Viejo, Limon. People come here all year round to view wildlife and experience the Caribbean culture through music, food, and the colorful character of the region.
Playa Chiquita is a small village 5 km south of Puerto Viejo de Limon. We are famous for having the most beautiful and serene beaches on the coast. You can stroll down the coast in either direction all the way to Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo, and beyond along unpopulated stretches of beach.
El Duende Gourmet, the grocer 5 minutes walk from Casa Bella, is fully stocked with dry goods, dairy, meat, fresh produce, cold beer and a good selection of wine and liquor. Check out the fresh baked goods by the entrance. Bread, croissants, pan au chocolate, donuts, pita, strudels, pizzas, and empanandas delivered fresh daily!
There are 8+ restaurants in Playa Chiquita. Our favorites are Pura Gula, Gypsea Cafe and Lounge, and the two woodfire pizza restaurants! A little further down the coast toward Puerto Viejo is Spicy Coconut, a new favorite with excellent fusion food, great location on the beach, and fantastic service.
There are two bike rental shops, and on Saturdays and Wednesdays there is a fresh produce market, as well as a couple of pop up produce stands where local farmers sell their wares.

This 6 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Pool, View, Private Pool, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 6 Bedrooms and 6 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Chiguata. Enjoy your stay in Chiguata at this House.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Pool
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • View
  • Private Pool
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Guest Services
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Policies

Event Policy No events allowed;a quiet neighborhood. no loud music permitted.
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 30
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome. note from host: children must be supervised in the pool.
Pet Policy 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) pets allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking allowed: in designated areas;only outside.
Other Policy 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 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 note from host: a quiet neighborhood. no loud music permitted. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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

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Reviews

Joy Z. Jun 20, 2025 07:51:57 PM
Summary: When you see that this VRBO has such high ratings, there is a reason. It was fabulous! The property is as beautiful as the pictures. You are tucked into the jungle, but within walking distance to a grocery store, roadside market, restaurants, and the beach. The walking path to the beach is even magical. The landscaping on the property is a vacation all on its own. We saw monkeys, a cute agouti family, beautiful birds and butterflies, and even a sloth. We went in the "rainy season" (June) and were a bit nervious about what that would look like, but that was even magical. It rained everyday, but not for very long, and I kept talking videos off the back porch, because it was so beautiful, warm, and relaxing. We took a dance class on the back patio with a local lady that Erinn recommended. The house was open, comfortable, and felt in harmony with the beauty of the property. You will see this in other reviews, but Erinn was amazing too. You can tell that she really cares about the time you are having and wants you to feel welcome. She truly goes above and beyond in so many ways. And lastly, I debated going to the Pacific side, or the Carribean side of Costa Rica. I haven't been to the Pacific side yet, but the richness of culture, the natural beauty, the variety of scenery, the friendliness of the locals, the food...even the drive down from San Jose was incredible. We just fell in love with this area, and Casa Bonita was the beautiful home-base of our adventures. Grateful!
Janet C. Jun 17, 2025 12:57:54 AM
Summary: Our stay at Casa Bella was absolutely wonderful. The home is comfortable, well appointed, immaculately clean and beautiful. Our grandchildren in particular loved the beautiful swimming pool and the monkeys, birds, lizards, agoutis and other animals that visited us there. Everything was exactly what we expected from the description. Erinn, our host, was awesome. She responded quickly when we had questions, made great recommendations for guides, restaurants, shops - she’s a delightful person and we enjoyed getting to know her. We highly recommend this VRBO!
Michelle J. May 27, 2025 11:00:52 PM
Summary: We arrived a little bit after 8 PM, after a crazy drive from SJO. Erinn was in constant contact with us to help us, and when our GPS did us dirty near Limon, , she knew exactly how to get us back on track and was very patient and kind. The pictures make the house look like a magazine spread, and that's because the house/houses are stunning! Stunning and comfortable. She truly has thought of everything that you would want or need for your stay. The beds in the houses are more comfortable than my own bed at home. As far as located, it's perfectly located to walk over to the bike rentals, get your 8 bikes, and bike all over Puerto Viejo, to Manzanillo, anywhere. We had a rental car and went other places, as well, but the bikes were handy. Some days, we stayed at the pool, cooked on the grill, which was very, very nice, by the way. We are already planning another trip back with friends. Her setup is three buildings: the main house has two bedrooms downstairs, basically an apartment upstairs that is very private (our 20 year old stayed up there the entire time) , and two other separate buildings that are just lovely and very different from each other. The jungle surrounding the property and on the property is so lush and private, you never see or hear anything but nature-many monkeys! I hate to say it, but Erinn has ruined any other rental for me, because she's set the bar so high. You will love this place!
Bruce N. May 21, 2025 10:23:57 PM
Summary: Property is stunning, incredibly relaxing, gorgeous grounds and quiet. The owner, Erinn, couldn’t have been nicer or more responsive and helpful. This is truly the perfect place for a family and friends vacation. This is the one.
Thomas W. Apr 26, 2025 04:06:16 AM
Summary: We stayed at Casa Bella for 8 nights (April 2025). We traveled as a party of 8 (4 adults, 4 teens). As will be evident with this review, this was the trip of a lifetime for us, we can’t wait to come back!If you are contemplating travel to Costa Rica, I would encourage you to alter your plans and prioritize travel to “Caribe” or Costa Rica’s Caribbean coast. If you are traveling from the major airports, like San Jose, it’s a 4–5-hour transport which you can arrange simply and affordably. Don’t be scared off by that distance, it is a beautiful drive and not a hassle in any regard. Lots of resources to read about the beauty, people, history, culture, pace of life which differs quite a bit from the rest of the country. The owner/host of the property is Erinn. She is incredible - you can have as little or as much contact with her as you desire during your stay. She’s local and available should you have any needs and provides a wealth of resources for restaurants, excursions, transportation or any number of questions you may have. She also is incredibly well connected with any contacts you may need while staying at Casa Bella for out of ordinary requests. She’s extremely responsive and hospitable of the needs of her guests. She connected us to a contact (Tune) who helped us with transport throughout the week and we couldn’t have been more pleased or gotten by without Tune. (Read more in the comments)
Chelsea F. Mar 31, 2025 07:49:49 AM
Summary: We spent a week at this lovely home. The accommodations were comfortable, clean, and suited our family of 8. The pool was one of the best we've ever experienced and the wildlife in the surrounding trees and grounds were abundant (sloths, monkeys, and birds galore). Like any place you would stay in a tropical climate, there are also bugs, critters, etc. both inside and outside of the houses! Erinn, Melvin and the cleaning crew were easy to work with and kind. Easy to walk to the grocery store, restaurants, and the beach as well! A wonderful stay for all of us!
Betty C. Feb 26, 2025 12:34:09 PM
Summary: Upon viewing this property, our group of 5 immediately nicknamed it the “Mansion.” It was exactly as described, just stunning and gorgeous! Erinn and her adorable dog Foxy greeted us upon our arrival and gave us the grand tour. The grounds and pool area were beyond compare and we enjoyed many morning coffees and afternoon cocktails there. Erinn was available to us and immediately responsive for anything we needed, a premier host extraordinaire! One day while the pool was being cleaned, we were treated to a sighting of the “resident” sloth enjoying a meal in a nearby tree; I had personally asked to see one and Erinn delivered! The 4:30am wake-up calls from the howler monkeys and birdsong thruout the day made the stay even more enjoyable. Additionally, a pair of agoutis entertained us with their antics and I watched one drag a huge coconut all the way across the lawn one afternoon. All in all, our time there wasn’t long enough and I look forward to returning. Finally, a huge shout out to Tune, our ground transportation driver, especially for our trip to SJO on our departure day. We encountered an accident on the main road and had to take a detour which was an adventure in itself! We enjoyed beautiful scenery along the route to Poas Volcano National Park and saw the La Paz Waterfall which was absolutely amazing! Thank you Erinn for an awesome and welcoming stay for our first visit to Costa Rica!
Rebecca S. Feb 17, 2025 01:09:22 AM
Summary: The property gives you the feel that your staying right in nature. Agouti visited daily, we heard howler monkeys, saw a sloth on our walk back from breakfast, and the enjoyed the beautiful sounds of all the birds. We were a little concerned about lack of air conditioning but we were pleasantly surprised. The pool kept us cool during the day and the open air bedrooms with the fans actually got a bit chilly. It was wonderful sleeping to the sounds and fresh air. The house is well stocked, close to the beach, close to the best breakfast at Gypsea and fresh, warm croissants delivered each morning to the local market just down the street. Puerto Viejo and Punta UVA are a short drive, as well as Manzillo Reserve. Erinn did a great job recommending Abel for us as a guide hiking Manzillo - we saw and learned so much, She recommended Herschel for surfing - he was amazing and Jason cooked us 2 great dinners! We relaxed and enjoyed our stay. Don’t let the lack of air conditioning keep you away from this property. It is well worth the trip and Erinn is very responsive to any needs or questions.
kim c. Jan 19, 2025 06:14:50 PM
Summary: What a great property- you get to wake every morning to the sounds of the jungle. The beach is walking distance. Erinn is super responsive and over all delightful.
Kerry M. Jan 3, 2025 02:09:02 AM
Summary: Went with my adult children and their spouses, and my 77 year old mother! The grounds were amazing. We saw howler monkeys, sloths, toucans, parrots, parakeets, geckos, the most beautiful butterflies you’ve ever seen, hummingbirds in many different sizes. We were a couple block walk from the beach and restaurants. Our host Erinn was fabulous. Super helpful with any of our needs. The house has everything you need for a wonderful vacation. It is the jungle, howler monkeys will wake you up with their amazing howls very early in the morning, but it’s a have to experience moment. There are a lot of bugs, be prepared to wear bug spray, but again, it’s the jungle. Would definitely stay again.

FAQ's

Is this Chiguata house pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Chiguata house have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Chiguata house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Chiguata house?

Best-rates for the Chiguata house starts from $463 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Internet, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Pool, View, Private Pool, Oceanfront, Bedding/Linens, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Ocean View, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is Chiguata house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Chiguata house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Chiguata house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Chiguata house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Chiguata house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Chiguata house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Chiguata house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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