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A wooden building with large windows, a hammock, and a pool area.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
A swimming pool with a sunset view, surrounded by greenery and hills.
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
A beach with a clear sky and calm water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9274 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Playa Carrillo, Samara, Nosara, Nicoya, Garza, Hojancha, Guanacaste
  • Place, Carrillo Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Samara Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Camaronal
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Puerto Carrillo

A family-friendly stay in Puerto Carrillo awaits you at this villa. You'll be 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Samara Beach and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Carrillo Beach. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 2.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a dining area are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
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What's nearby

  • Carrillo Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Samara Beach - 15 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Playa Camaronal - 19 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Playa Islita - 22 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 38 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Plaza - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included!

La Paila has broad panoramic views of the Pacific due to siting at one of the highest elevations overlooking Samara Bay. The sky and light change throughout the day often finishing in spectacular sunsets!
-- brand new gourmet kitchen just completed in October 2025!
-- you'll love the private, outdoors shower set in a garden!
-- staff prepare meals (if desired, up to 2 per day, your choice), clean house daily and do laundry! The pool and grounds are professionally maintained. Relax and enjoy yourself! Staff live in a separate house on the property providing security and availability but also as much privacy as desired.
-- free delivery of pre-stocked food waiting for you (just reimburse for groceries ordered)
-- La Paila has a huge open air room containing dining, sitting, entertainment and game areas. It has no walls so that you’re directly connected to the views, breeze and nature! (All four bedrooms can be closed completely and are air-conditioned).
-- La Paila is very private, tranquil and quiet with only a few neighbors and little passing traffic
-- designed in the colonial Costa Rican style of architecture, the house is appointed with art and artifacts celebrating local Tico and Guanacaste culture. Much of the house is made from tropical hardwoods and the furniture crafted locally. Immerse yourselves a bit in Costa Rica!

Free hi-speed WiFi, TV (Roku streaming) with a VCR/DVD machine A Bluetooth JBL Extreme speaker powers music through the big room and to the pool so bring your playlist. Laze in the hammock or lounge in the pool! We have ping pong and backgammon tables, board games, a volleyball/badminton court and darts! Take the boogie boards with you to the beach or use in the pool!

Nature is all around: flocks of parrots fly by each morning and evening, howler and capuchin monkeys will visit the backyard trees occasionally and maybe you'll see a coatimundi (pizote) or anteater! Mangos are plentiful from from May to June.

The sunsets can be stunning but also look for rainbows, sundogs and green flashes. At night, the Milky Way stretches across the sky if clear. Look for planets, fireballs, moon rings and meteorites!

Use La Paila as a secluded retreat for pure R & R or as a home base for day trips. The daily destination for most?: just five minutes away by car is the iconic, palm lined, two mile-long Playa Carrillo (Carrillo beach), a certified 'blue flag' beach of Costa Rica (means it is safe and clean)! It offers beach strolls, jogging, swimming and picnics and so much more. Horseback riding is available on several beaches. Go deep sea fishing for marlin, tuna, swordfish and mahi-mahi. Turtle watching is best at nearby Playa Camaronal, Playa Grande and Playa Langosta. Snorkel to an off-shore island. Zip line through local jungle canopies. Surf lessons on the bucket list? Dine out in nearby Samara and Carrillo at numerous outstanding but casual restaurants. Explore the surrounding teak plantation. To the south, schedule a tour of the macaw (parrot) reservation at Macaw Recovery Network. You will not run out of things to do!

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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

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Note from host: dogs only

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 1 crib at house, babies welcome!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Surcharge applies for weddings, receptions, etc.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: surcharge applies for weddings, receptions, etc.
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: surcharge applies for weddings, receptions, etc. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included!?

The closest beach to Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! is Carrillo Beach (2 km).

Does Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! have a pool?

Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included!?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private pool and a dining area.

Is Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, an arcade and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included!?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included!?

No, Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Amazing Sea/Mountain views! New Kitchen! Pool! Private cook/cleaning included! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Ted N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place! Sunsets are first class.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine tofteland r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning views, location and house! Loved everything about this place! Grace made the most delicious food and was super accommodating
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, incredible views. Hosts were very responsive and informative providing details on directions and activities nearby. House staff was accommodating and did a great job helping with meals and keeping the property clean and also the pool. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
La Paila is hands down the best place we have ever stayed. The view is unmatched. We felt like royalty on top of the mountain. Maria and Grace were so sweet. The maintenance man knocked down coconuts for us and cut them so we cools drink the water out. Andy and Christine were quick to reply to any questions. This place truly is paradise
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay in this place. From the location, cleanliness, perfect views, nice pool and awesome food from Grace... Our Family had the best time and would definitely recommend to others this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emilie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family group (age range 13-80) of 7 had absolutely the best time at La Paila. It was pure paradise and exceeded our expectations in every possible way. Staff were amazing, especially Grace! She was lovely and made us incredible breakfast and dinner daily. She was a real joy to have around and Maria, too. Home was clean and had everything we could possibly need. The bedrooms were very comfortable. We absolutely loved the open air common space, especially the hammock and swimming pool. So many activities for all - Ping pong, backgammon, badminton and volleyball were well utilized. Host communication was very prompt and helpful. We appreciated the connection with the Samara Info Centre that went above and beyond to help us with airport transfers and excursions. This was a trip of a lifetime for us and we hope to return in the future. Renting a car is a must for this location, but well worth it.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tad M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property, view & housekeeper/cook was incredible!

Amazing property, view & housekeeper/cook was incredible!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Experience

We had a great time at this property and would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th stay at La Paila

I think the fact that this is the 4th time we've stayed at La Paila says it all. We love the property and we love the area. It is so beautiful and peaceful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed this lovely home with a great pool and terrific sunset views overlooking the Samara Bay. We were well taken care of by the staff, the meals were delicious and the place was comfortable and clean. We plan on coming back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

We had a great stay in La Paila, it's a very special place. It's not the most modern of properties but that's part of the charm, the location is superb with incredible views, the live-in housekeeper is amazing, great food, so helpful and brilliant at keeping the property tidy and clean. Her food was a big part of the joy of our holiday.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tonya W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary and Birthday getaway!

It was a great place and a great trip. Beautiful view, excellent location and accommodations. Grace was fantastic and we would be happy to go back again. The owners were very easy to communicate with and timely in their reaponse. The house staff was very helpful and kept the location clean and comfortable. We spent most of our time at the onsite pool enjoying the beautiful views.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax and enjoy Costa Rica

Everything was simply amazing. Rugged beauty everywhere and an abundance of flowers to gaze at on the property. Views are truly special as we could see all of Samara bay from our hilltop. Housekeeper was so nice and helpful, cooking and cleaning for us. We love the proximity to everything in town and got so much packed into our trip because of the convenience with this location. Clean, safe, spectacular.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing beauty!

Sights and sounds of Costa Rican beauty of beaches, flora & fauna as our family enjoyed the lovely hacienda with many convenient areas to relax. Owners were excellent to communicate with and responsive to our inquiries. A unique and beautiful experience ❤️
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second Stay @ La Paila

We first visited La Paila in Feb 2022 with my wife's family. We loved it some much we brought our kids their partners and our grandkids for the 2023 Holidays in lieu of a family christmas We love this place. It is peaceful, relaxing and within a short drive to beautiful beaches, and to the stores and restaurants of both Playa Carilla and Samara. If you are looking for relaxation, this is the place for you.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place to Stay

La Paila is paradise. We so enjoyed our stay. The accommodations were just as advertised and Grace was wonderful in accommodating us and for the wonderful meals that she made for us. We loved the pool, watching the pretty birds, monkeys and THAT VIEW! We never tired of waking up to that view. At night time, you do have to adjust to the living room being open to all sorts of creatures, but by the end of the week, we were used to them and it wasn't a problem. We very much enjoyed our stay and would rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

Beautiful Views, Perfect Pool, & Amazing Beach

La Paila has gorgeous views and the pool is great for both adults and children! My husband is Costa Rican and I have been visiting Costa Rica for the last 20 years so we've seen a lot of the country. Playa Carrillo is one of the few beaches which has not been developed and is as pristine and beautiful as it was 20 years ago! It is a great beach for couples and families and is never too crowded. If you want to get away from it all, and just rest and relax, La Paila and Playa Carrillo are perfect.
Verified review

8/10 Good

jeremy c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this property and our stay here. In person is way better than on line pics!!

Everything is awesome, and accurate as stated on VRBO. The only complaint's would be the overall cleanliness of the property, and the live in Dog. We loved the Dog, but it seemed that she had not received a proper bath for some time, when she was around you knew it by the smell. There was hair from the dog all over the open area and furniture, and smell of the dog on the furniture. Overall we would stay here again, but would request a cleaner house and clean dog.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Third Stay

This was our third trip to this beautiful, peaceful home. We have stayed in a few other properties in the area, but only because this property was booked. The others were good. They weren't this though. This place is magic. It's incredibly relaxing and welcoming, the beauty and rustic charm just can't be beat. Maury the chef was as always, amazing. She is kind and thoughtful and incredibly helpful. She also happens to be an amazing chef. If we could, this would be our permanent second home and Maury would be family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Views for days!

You will not disappointed with your stay! Maureen and the views made our experience extra special!! She is an amazing cook, my picky kids ate every bite. We also loved not having to clean every day. She made our trip feel like a vacation. The views from house are unforgettable. The house has four rooms- a master and a bunk room downstairs and two rooms upstairs that share a Jack and jill bathroom. It all worked out well to share with our families. This is our second visit and the first time we had a breeze, this time we were not as lucky. Fans would be a great edition. Thanks for a wonderful week!!! Pura Vida
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yoga retreat in beautiful mountain Villa

We went as a group of 9 as a yoga retreat. Yoga every morning by the pool with a stunning view of the ocean below was incredible. We couldn't capture the beauty enough with our photos. We loved the open air main area and also having the pool to cool off in after days at the beach and exploring. Sunsets were amazing! We also got to see lots of lizards, howler monkeys right by the house, and beautiful birds. Maury the cook and one who cares for us was very kind and a great cook!! She cooked us amazing local style dinners we asked for and also great breakfasts. It felt healthy and delicious. We loved all the fresh fruit. The beds were very comfortable, and rooms beautiful in traditional I think ranch style. AC in the bedrooms to sleep was so nice since it is very hot here. We love this place and plan to come back. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful villa with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best View!

We stayed at La Paila with 2 families of 4 and the house was a perfect setup. The views from the property are incredible! Take me back! We had a wonderful time listening to the birds, watching the sunsets, swimming in the pool, listening to music and having drinks in the outdoor living space. The property caretaker Maury had dinner prepped for our arrival a cooked a few other meals while we were there and she was an incredible cook. It was such a special treat, we enjoyed her cooking so much, I had to take home one of her recipes. The AC worked great in all the bedrooms which was very nice. And the drive to and from town is easy. We especially enjoyed the beauty of Carillo and Sámara provides anything you could need between restaurants, adventure, shopping etc but also not too big of a town. It’s definitely special here. We had great communication with Andy & Christine prior to our arrival but had no need to reach out while we were there since everything went smooth. Good internet if that is needed. Thank you so much for sharing your slice of Paradise, it was a dream.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular view from traditional home

Upon arriving at this well-appointed traditional style home we were all mesmerized by the initial impression and the spectacular view overlooking Playa Carrillo. The house had lots of room for 6 adults; one child. There are inside and outside games galore when not just simply relaxing or at the beach. The pool was a hit for the family and was the first place people would go after breakfast. We heard that this beach was the nicest in the area so we were happy to know that. We found several good restaurants in Samara. The food in Samara is very expensive- and even farther towns like Nicoya still had high food prices. At the end of our stay we did find a little butcher shop in Samara just on the left before the main road dead ends into the town. The bakery (where the road actually dead ends ) was very good. 2 Gringos and the El Calibri (steak restaurant) were our favorite. Our trip was enhanced by an engagement proposal under water scuba diving and our turtle excursion through Samara Infocenter! What a wonderful place to experience all from a breathtaking view each morning, a gorgeous sunset each evening, and the brightest stars at night you’ll ever see!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amanda E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Nice place but needs some TLC

This house has a beautiful view, great location, and the staff is great. The house needs some updating and minor repairs. The bedrooms were a bit dusty. The fridge was consistently leaking water inside and not very cool. The staff cleaned every day and helped with whatever we needed. We had a large group of 11 people. It was unclear for the guests to know where to put the laundry that needed to be washed. However, the staff were willing to do the laundry. The initial portion of the road to the house is paved but then turns into a dusty, rocked road that is pretty rough and steep. 4 wheel drive is not necessary, but it is important to note to the roughness and steep incline. The views from the house are breathtaking. We asked for local dishes for meals and were not disappointed. Grace and Maria kept up with food allergies and made separate meals for the kiddos who were picky eaters. They were very kind and helpful. They cooked meals on our schedule so that we had food early enough for scheduled activities and ready for us when we got home. Brisa was fun to have around and never bothered us once. We loved watching Brisa come around and love on all of us. Grace and Maria helped us learn some spanish which we loved. We would recommend this place again, but would like to see the house have a bit more TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

WIlliam I.

Great House with an Excellent Views and Excellent Staff

Wow! Where do we start? La Paila is incredible! We had never stayed at a "staffed" home and we really enjoyed visiting with Marilu and with the owners Andy and Christine (who live in the USA). They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and enjoyed our vacation. Just about every morning, we watched monkeys eating mango's from the tree in the backyard of La Paila. The pool is great and has a great view. Each bedroom has A/C and their are two masters (one upstairs and one downstairs). There are two other bedrooms as well. We let Marilu cook for us for a few dinners and we had a few in town (i.e. Samara). Samara is about 10 mins away. Excellent food. Andy and Christina send a "pre-visit" sheet that helps explains the house and restaurants. Very nice to have!.We spent two afternoons on the beach in Samara at "Gusto Beach". They have "wifi" so the daughter liked that area! La Paila also has "wifi" which was nice. Visiting Costa Rica is a like being in a Jurassic Park movie. La Paila is an "open air" house that is beautifully constructed. If you have a problem with bugs or dont like wearing bug spray, I would not visit Costa Rica. La Paila gives you an opportunity to enjoy Costa Rica as it should be with the added benefit of closing the doors at night and turning on the A/C. All bedroom doors have locks and Marilu watches the home very closely. No problems with security even though it is an open air home. It was about a two hour drive from Liberia airport and I would suggest a 4WD vehicle. There are lots of dirt roads. I jogged every morning on Playa Carrillo. Beautiful! The "Polizicia" got used to seeing me every morning and waved. They even pulled up beside me and asked me if "I was enjoying paradise". My daughter and wife both loved it as well. We really enjoyed read the guest books and the history of La Paila as it was being constructed. Book it! Enjoy La Paila as the Dr. would have loved you too.