Beautiful Tranquil Beach House - steps from the ocean

**New to VRBO, but not new to rentals. We have over 50 5-star reviews on the other popular rental site. We look forward to showing you why! Let's put it this way-- when the final day of your stay arrives, you just won't want to leave! Our home has many great amenities. There are comfortable accommodations for 7-8 (5 beds total). The house is air-conditioned, clean and secure. The house is rustic and has everything you need to enjoy your vacation, including an equipped kitchen and plenty of linens. Wifi is available should you want to connect (hopefully not too often). There is also a recently remodeled 1 bedroom guesthouse "casita" (the 4th bedroom) in the back of the property that features a bathroom and its own entrance/patio. Great for the parents or anyone in the group wanting a little extra privacy. What really sets this property apart are the beautiful grounds, home to some fruit trees and a variety of flora & fauna— including a family of Capuchins monkeys that live in the forest sanctuary behind our home. If you're quiet and lucky, you just might spot them swinging through the trees around dusk or dawn. You'll find the pool in the front looking out over the lush yard to the horizon. The beach is right in front of the house. It is technically a public beach, like all beaches in Costa Rica, but you would never know it. You have it all to yourself. The black, volcanic sand is very fine and soft like velvet. You might find some sand dollars and pretty shells, but there are rarely any discomforts. The beach is unique in that there isn't much rock or coral in the water. Not only does this mean a safe and comfortable swim, but it also means clearer water, devoid of any predators. You won't believe how warm the water is all day long. There are medium sized waves-- attractive to the novice and experienced surfer alike. Also great for boogie or bodyboarding and jumping around in. I have traveled the world and I can objectively say this is one of the best beaches I have ever been lucky enough to enjoy. And then, there is the sunset. The sunsets in Esterillos Este are the kind of sunsets that can rejuvenate the soul. All the colors in the rainbow will dance in front of you as the Sun nears, and dips below the horizon. On the other side of the day is the sunrise, reflected in the perfect mirror that is left in the sand after the tide rolls out to sea. If your group enjoys authentic off the beaten path experiences, our property will be great for you. If most in the group generally like hotels/resorts and the like, maybe its not the best fit. The property feels secluded— you’ll rarely see another soul and will usually have the pristine beach to yourself— yet it is just a short drive way from towns and attractions. A rental car is helpful for exploring the surrounding area, though not completely necessary if you are just looking for some R&R. Our beach is the perfect vacation away from stressful lives. A place where you can be free, a place where you can reconnect with what is most important-- family, friends, and the serenity of nature. Pura Vida