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Apinat ja papukaijat Lush Paradise (uusi lisäys)

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Ranta
Terassi/patio
2 makuuhuonetta, vauvan matkasänky, Wi-Fi, vuodevaatteet
Uima-allas
Televisio, työhuone

Arvostelut

9,8 kautta 10.
Poikkeuksellisen hyvä

Koko huoneisto

2 makuuhuonetta3 kylpyhuonetta6 henkilöä120 m²

Suositut palvelut/mukavuudet

  • Pysäköinti saatavilla
  • Kuivausrumpu
  • Pyykinpesukone
  • Uima-allas
  • Ilmastointi
  • Grilli

Tutustu alueeseen

Map
Playa Potrero, Guanacaste
  • Playa Potreron ranta
    ‪3 min kävelymatka‬
  • Penca Beach (ranta)
    ‪4 min ajomatka‬
  • Flamingon ranta
    ‪6 min ajomatka‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Guanacasten lentoasema)
    ‪61 min ajomatka‬

Huonevaihtoehdot

Tietoja majoituspaikasta

Kokonaan sinun

Koko asunto on vain sinun ja muiden ryhmääsi kuuluvien jäsenten käytössä.

Apinat ja papukaijat Lush Paradise (uusi lisäys)

El Tucan on moderni, kaunis ja fantastisesti saatavilla kukoistavaan rannikkoyhteisöön, jossa on ravintoloita, baareja, kylpylöitä, paikallista purjehduskeskusta, hierontaa rannalla, joogatunteja ja paljon muuta. Puutarha on pieni trooppinen viidakko, jossa voit rentoutua ja irrottaa jokapäiväisestä elämästä.

Meillä on talonmies, joka asuu omaisuuttasi mukavuuden ja turvallisuuden vuoksi. Concierge-palvelu on tarjolla järjestämään kaikki retket ja seikkailut Costa Ricassa.

Yksityinen huvila on n. 1600 neliömetriä kahdessa kerroksessa, jossa on kaksi makuuhuonetta ja kaksi kylpyhuonetta. Jokaisessa makuuhuoneessa on oma patio / aurinkoterassi, jossa voit rentoutua houkuttelevilla päiväpaikoilla. Makuuhuoneessa on lattiasta kattoon ulottuvat 14-jalkaiset kaksinkertaiset liukuovet. Herää uskomattomaan trooppiseen näkymään, jossa on valtameren ääniä, haukkalahoja ja vihreitä papukaijoja.

Marling ja Francisco tarjoavat kodinhoitoa, puutarhanhoitoa, uima-altaan palvelua ja paikan päällä olevaa turvallisuutta (24/7).

Meidän talonmies on erittäin avulias ja käytettävissäsi.
Tämä huoneistohotelli sijaitsee vain lyhyen kävelymatkan päässä kohteesta Playa Potreron ranta. Majoituspaikka tarjoaa asiakkailleen esimerkiksi pyykinpesutilat. Huoneistossa tarjoaa asiakkaille keittiön ja 2.5 kylpyhuonetta.
  • Ilmastoitu huoneisto, jossa asiakkaille on tarjolla keittiö, pyykinpesukone ja 2.5 kylpyhuonetta
  • Majoituspaikka tarjoaa asiakkaille pyykinpesutilat
  • Sijaitsee vain 3 minuutin kävelymatkan päässä kohteesta Playa Potreron ranta ja 7 minuutin ajomatkan päässä kohteesta Flamingon ranta
Tämä huoneisto tarjoaa asiakkaiden käyttöön grillejä, puutarhan ja pyykinpesutilat. Vastaanotto on avoinna ympäri vuorokauden.

Tämä huoneisto on savuton.

Majoittaja

Krain Vacation Rental Team

Puhutut kielet

Englanti ja espanja

Majoituspaikan palvelut/mukavuudet

Uima-altaat/kylpylä

  • Yleinen uima-allas

Internet

  • Saatavilla huoneistossa: Wi-Fi

Pysäköinti ja liikenneyhteydet

  • Paikan päällä pysäköinti

Keittiö

  • Astianpesukone
  • Jääkaappi
  • Kahvin-/vedenkeitin
  • Keittovälineet, astiat ja ruokailuvälineet
  • Leivänpaahdin
  • Liesi
  • Mikroaaltouuni
  • Uuni

Makuuhuoneet

  • 2 makuuhuonetta
  • Lakanat saatavilla

Kylpyhuone

  • 2,5 kylpyhuonetta
  • Hiustenkuivaaja
  • Pyyhkeet saatavilla
  • Suihku

Viihdetarjonta

  • Televisio ja kaapeli-/satelliittikanavat

Ulkotilat

  • Grilli
  • Parveke
  • Puutarha

Pesulapalvelu

  • Pyykinpesukone
  • Pyykinpesutilat

Työtilat

  • Työhuone

Ilmastointi ja lämmitys

  • Ilmastointi

Lemmikit

  • Lemmikkejä ei sallita

Sopivuus/esteettömyys

  • Savuton majoituspaikka

Sijainti

  • Lähellä meren rantaa

Tekemistä

  • Valinnaisia golfetuja
  • Hevosten ratsastusmahdollisuus lähistöllä
  • Pyöräilymahdollisuus lähistöllä
  • Teemapuisto lähistöllä

Turvallisuusominaisuudet

  • Ei ilmoitusta häkävaroittimesta (majoittaja ei ole ilmoittanut, onko majoituspaikassa häkävaroitinta – voit tuoda mukanasi kannettavan häkävaroittimen)
  • Ei ilmoitusta savuvaroittimesta (majoittaja ei ole ilmoittanut, onko majoituspaikassa savuvaroitinta)

Yleistä

  • Puutarha
  • Yksikön koko: 120 neliömetriä

Käytännöt

Sisäänkirjautuminen

Sisäänkirjautuminen alkaa klo 15.00
Kontaktiton sisäänkirjautuminen saatavilla
Sisäänkirjautujien alaikäraja – 18

Uloskirjautuminen

Uloskirjautuminen ennen klo 10.00

Sisäänkirjautumisen erikoisohjeet:

Saat majoittajalta ohjeet sisään- ja uloskirjautumiseen sähköpostitse.

Lemmikit

  • Lemmikkejä ei sallita

Lapset ja varavuoteet

  • Lapset ovat tervetulleita.

Tärkeää tietoa

Hyvä tietää

Tätä majoituspaikkaa hallinnoi majoitusyritys. Se tarjoaa majoitusta kaupankäynti-, ammatinharjoittamis- tai liiketoimintatarkoituksissa.
Lisähenkilöistä saatetaan veloittaa maksu, joka vaihtelee majoituspaikoittain
Sisäänkirjautumisen yhteydessä saatetaan vaatia virallinen kuvallinen henkilöllisyystodistus sekä pankki- tai luottokortti tai käteisellä maksettava takuumaksu mahdollisten lisämaksujen varalta.
Erityispyyntöjen toteutuminen riippuu saatavuudesta sisäänkirjautumishetkellä, ja niistä saatetaan veloittaa lisämaksuja. Erityispyyntöjen toteutumista ei voida taata.
Juhlien tai ryhmätapahtumien järjestäminen on kielletty majoituspaikassa
Majoittaja ei ole ilmoittanut, onko majoituspaikassa häkävaroitinta. Harkitse kannettavan häkävaroittimen tuomista matkallesi.
Majoittaja ei ole ilmoittanut, onko majoituspaikassa palovaroitinta
Tätä majoituspaikkaa hallinnoi kumppanimme Vrbo. Saat Vrbolta sähköpostitse linkin Vrbo-tilille, jonka kautta voit muuttaa varaustasi tai peruuttaa sen.
Saat majoittajalta sisään- ja uloskirjautumisohjeet sähköpostitse. Saat myös Vrbolta sähköpostitse linkin Vrbo-tilille, jonka kautta voit hallinnoida varaustasi.

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Poikkeuksellisen hyvä

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9,6/10

Siisteys

10/10

Palvelut/mukavuudet

10/10

Majoituspaikan kunto ja tilat

10/10

Ympäristöystävällisyys

Arvostelut

4/10 Huono

mia m.

Huonoa: Siisteys

Unprepared

When we arrived we were locked out with no way of accessing out keys to the property. We had to wait outside in tbe rain with out 6 month old. Once we were able to access our property and room, nothing was prepared for us. The pool wasnt turned on, the cushions by the pool was so dirty and not in place, there was no towls or toilet paper in our place. As soon as they arrived they told us they would come back soon to finish cleaning the inside, which we declined because we had just arrived and wanted to enjoy our space not have workers in there doing the job that should have been done prior to us arriving. We were promised a high chair and play pen and neither were ready for us, they arrived much later into the evening. Disappointing stay. They promised me a night refund for our troubles and I never received that either.
Yöpyi 11 yötä lokakuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Angela P.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Even in a Tropical Storm

The property was very comfortable. The garden and pool areas were lovely. We were there during record breaking rain, but still enjoyed our time there. The grounds keepers kept the area clean of storm debris, giving us a beautiful view.
Yöpyi 7 yötä marraskuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Terrell F.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Lovely villa in a lush tropical setting

Loved being so close to the beach and other attractions. The landscaping is breathtaking, and it makes you feel transported to another world.
Yöpyi 5 yötä lokakuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Lynn N.

Hyvää: Siisteys
Yöpyi 6 yötä elokuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

James R.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Quiet and peaceful

Really enjoyed staying here. Will be back in the future
Yöpyi 2 yötä elokuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Lia H.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Favorite Vacation

My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate my 30th birthday and we loved our stay in this beautiful oasis. We really enjoyed the location and the privacy of the condo. It was very clean and comfortable. We would love to come back to this exact spot because we enjoyed it so much. Pura Vida! ❤️
Yöpyi 10 yötä heinäkuussa 2024

8/10 Hyvä

Michal S.

Nice location

Very close to a beautiful beach, close to some restaurants and one small market. Recommend getting car as ither places arw not walking distance. Unit is comfortable and well air conditioned. The beds were not great, though. And we had to use the pull out couch in the livibgroom which wasnt very comfortable. Only other issues is that jacuzzi does not get heated, even though advertised as useable. Lastly, cleaning products like soap and detergent were very watered down. But overall a good unit for families with plenty of space and goid location!
Yöpyi 4 yötä kesäkuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

katlyn c.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Amazing stay in potrero

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at El Tuscan. The property is even better than the pictures portray. The area was lovely,the staff was attentive and quick to respond. We especially loved being able to walk to our favorite restaurants each night. Property was very kid friendly but also relaxing and enjoyable for adults. Highly recommend this property to anyone looking in potrero area.
Yöpyi 7 yötä toukokuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Bryan H.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Lush Garden areas close to beach

Fabulous location! Close to the beach. The outdoor seating areas were great. Both rooms had balconies and 2 outdoor seating areas very private. Pool was very relaxing after a day at the beach.
Yöpyi 7 yötä maaliskuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Julie F.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Relaxing pool and beach spot!

This home was private yet close to the essentials. Playa Portrero is a small beach town with a handful of restaurants and small markets. Perfect if you're looking to be somewhat secluded but still have what you need. The pool was nearly private with only 3 other units sharing the space. The beach was not even a 5 minute walk away and never had more than ~30 people on it at once. The home itself was actually better than the pictures show, the master bedroom is gorgeous and the balconies make it so fun!
Yöpyi 5 yötä helmikuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Shelley B.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Culture shock - grateful for this paradise getaway

Call us ignorant travelers from the States but we truly did not have any clue what to expect when we landed in Costa Rica. A nighttime drive in a rental car from Liberia airport and an adventurous ride down Monkey Trail (avoid at all costs!), we were relieved when we walked through the secure front gate to Stef Surf property. Our own gorgeous paradise! Immaculately clean and thankful for the A/C units! Weather is quite humid but our unit was not. El Toucan unit was on the end and I would say the most private of all 4 units. Grounds were also immaculate and the maintenance and landscaping staff were hard working but also attentive to guests staying there. Francisco checked on us and was most pleasant while Tony, our contact with property management, was quick to reply to any communications. WhatsApp is a MUST to have.
Yöpyi 3 yötä helmikuussa 2024

10/10 Loistava

Ryan R., Denham Springs, LA

Hyvää: Siisteys

Stef Surf Tucan

Stef Surf Tucan was a great place to stay. The rooms were spacious with great outdoor patios to sit and enjoy the scenery. We had options of the pool with beautiful tropical scenery at the villa or a short walk to the beach. The villa is located just a couple of blocks away from several great places to eat. There is also a small store located even closer that we bought some groceries to cook. Our trip was made even more enjoyable with the help from our host Tony Gonzalez. This was our first trip to Costa Rica. He met us the first day and was always available through Whatsapp. I don't think we could have asked for a better host. The food was great everywhere. My favorite meals were probably lunch at Coco Loco (Mar y Sol ) and breakfast at the Surf Box (La Mexicana). That said, we ate at The Shack several times and other places. I'd highly recommend coming. Pura Vida!
Yöpyi 5 yötä marraskuussa 2023

10/10 Loistava

Benjamin

Matkusti pienten lasten kanssa
Hyvää: Siisteys, palvelut/mukavuudet ja majoituspaikan kunto ja tilat
It was a very guiet and relaxing property. Pool was in close proximate and only a few minute walk from the beach. It was also a gated community/area so felt very safe. Enjoy some quiet downtime here when we were back from visiting beach and surrounding areas.
Yöpyi 7 yötä lokakuussa 2023

8/10 Hyvä

Amy W., Caddo Mills

Hyvää: Siisteys

Tropical retreat in Surf Side

Nestled within the Surf Side Community, this picturesque property offers a tropical oasis experience. With four units connected like duplexes, a shared pool creates a serene atmosphere. The friendly groundskeeper and his assistant are always ready to assist. The road leading to the property is unpaved, so caution is advised. The beach is a short walk away–turn left, then right, then left again, and you're there. The dark sand may stick to you, but it's soft. We had the beach to ourselves most days. Not the greatest beach. The unit could use some updates, kitchen sink hardware is loose and the stove vent goes nowhere. The fridge is in good condition, but shelves are missing on the inside of the door. Bedrooms and bathrooms are well-appointed, and towels are plentiful. Our host, Tony, was exceptional. He promptly responded to our questions and offered suggestions through WhatsApp. Overall, the property provided a comfortable stay for our family. With its amenities and proximity to stunning beaches, it made for an unforgettable vacation.
Yöpyi 7 yötä elokuussa 2023

10/10 Loistava

Evelyne C.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Paradise!

I cannot begin to express just how incredible our stay at Stef Surf El Tucan was! From the moment we stepped foot into this lush, tropical oasis, we knew we were in for a treat. The attention to detail and high-end furnishings in El Tucan left us feeling like we were staying in a luxury resort, yet with the added benefit of complete privacy. Each evening, we eagerly made our way to the beach, a short 3 minute walk, to witness the mesmerizing colours of the setting sun painting the sky in hues of gold and pink. It was truly a magical experience. The unit itself is thoughtfully designed with beautiful outdoor spaces that allowed us to fully immerse ourselves in the sights and sounds of the surrounding nature. The master bedroom was a peaceful haven, with the gentle sound of waves breaking on the beach and bird signing. My sleep in the primary room was incredible. The cozy living and dining area, hammocks and daybeds, and the refreshing pool with a jacuzzi all contributed to making our stay exceptionally comfortable and enjoyable. We were provided with everything we needed for our stay, from beach chairs and umbrellas to comfortable linens and a well stocked kitchen – they really thought of everything! I must mention the caring and attentive caretaker, Francisco, who is truly wonderful. Stef Surf El Tucan has set the bar high for future vacation rentals and we will be dreaming about it until our return! If you're seeking an unforgettable getaway, look no further!
Yöpyi 1 yön heinäkuussa 2023

10/10 Loistava

Paul H.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Roomy, nicely appointed and convenient to a lot of great beaches

Great last unit in a group of 4. Playa Potrero is a short walk away. Other cool beaches such as Danita and Conchal are a short drive and hike. Nice location if you want a quiet, uncrowded get away.
Yöpyi 5 yötä tammikuussa 2023

10/10 Loistava

William

Matkusti ryhmän kanssa
Hyvää: Siisteys, palvelut/mukavuudet ja majoituspaikan kunto ja tilat
all good and as expected
Yöpyi 4 yötä tammikuussa 2023

10/10 Loistava

Denis L., Stouffville, Ontario

Hyvää: Siisteys

An outstanding Hideaway!

Close to the beach without the hustle and bustle of too many tourists. Clean, spacious, modern and amazing condo. Beautiful pool and garden area. Close to great restaurants and other beaches. Would highly recommend.
Yöpyi 7 yötä kesäkuussa 2022

10/10 Loistava

Tim K.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Great place to be

Really nice outdoor space with lots of greenery and pool. Bright and airy with lots of glass and patio space in the unit. Very private and quiet. We are coming back.
Yöpyi 28 yötä helmikuussa 2022

10/10 Loistava

Carol K.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Oasis

Beautiful private secure property. The unit was perfect for us. The spiral staircase was a tad intimidating at first, but we managed just fine. The kitchen had all of the utensils and dishes that we needed. The beach is a short walk away as are a grocery store and restaurants (go to Chillaxing - food is amazing and Victor and Gavin are welcoming). The mattress in the second bedroom could use an upgrade - I added padding to it using an extra mattress pad and other linen, as we found it uncomfortable for our old tired bones. The grounds keepers were pleasant and took great care of the lush vegetation and pool area. Warning: we didn't receive the check-in information until less than 24 hours prior to check-in, which was causing us some concern - but everything worked out great - so don't panic.
Yöpyi 6 yötä tammikuussa 2022

10/10 Loistava

Thanh M.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Fantastic Stay!

Our stay at Stef Surf was amazing. The condo was beautiful and had everything we needed for a one week stay. The caretakers, Francisco and his wife, were incredible - they were friendly and always had a smile for our family. We came to look forward to our daily interactions with them because they were a joy to be around. The house is a 5 minute walk to Potrero beach, of all the beaches we visited this one was our favorite. My kids enjoyed looking for shells and the milder waves. The sunsets were incredible each night. It was also less crowded than the other nearby beaches. We would definitely recommend staying here and will do so ourselves!
Yöpyi 5 yötä heinäkuussa 2021

10/10 Loistava

Carole J.

Hyvää: Siisteys

A lovely stay at Stef Surf

We spent a wonderful month in the El Tucan villa at Stef Surf. High praise for the caretakers, Francisco and Marlin - they made us welcome, comfortable and nothing was too much trouble - they even put up with my very poor Spanish attempts with great humour and patience. Gorgeous tropical gardens lead you to the villa with many birds and a few iguanas hidden away. The pool was very zen-like and with only 4 villas sharing, we usually had it to ourselves. We had friends join us during our stay and really appreciated all four of the private outdoor spaces for some down time during the hottest part of the day. The villa has a very well-equipped kitchen, comfortable seating everywhere and very comfortable beds. The master bedroom is spectacular with the 14 foot windows overlooking the gardens and pool area and the balcony was a great place to birdwatch early in the morning. Just a heads-up for anyone with mobility issues - there is no bathroom on the main floor and one of our friends found the circular staircase a bit of a challenge - especially at night. We loved the town of Petrero - the restaurants, little grocery stores and a couple of beach bars all within walking distance. We felt very comfortable walking everywhere and found the local people very friendly and helpful. Playa Petrero may not be the prettiest beach around but we loved it - a three minute walk away meant many morning coffees and sunset cocktails were spent on the beach, watching the local fishermen, the hundreds of pelicans, as well as a huge variety of other birds cruising up and down the sand. It's a great walking beach especially when the tide is out! Our villa very conveniently had some great beach chairs that we could throw on our backs for the brief walk to the beach - much, much appreciated! We loved visiting many of the other beaches nearby - our favorites were Pesca, Danta, and Dantita which were all very lovely as well as quiet. Conchal and Tamarindo were also great - just busier and had quite a few vendors coming by. Bottom line - I look forward to visiting again soon!
Yöpyi 30 yötä tammikuussa 2020

10/10 Loistava

Goldy F.

Hyvää: Siisteys

Beautiful weekend at el toucan

We loved our short stay at Stef surf. We stayed in the el toucan villa. It is the last villa in a line of 4 villas so we had ultimate privacy. Great space. Loved all the outdoor seating areas including a gorg balcony off both bedrooms. Perfect for morning coffee with the birds. Loved having a grea kitchen and a washer dryer. Caretaker is super friendly and helpful. Only con... what we thought was a hot tub was really a cold pool with jets Other than that it was a blissful stay. Pura vida
Yöpyi 3 yötä heinäkuussa 2019

10/10 Loistava

Matt H.

Hard To Leave!!

I did a lot of research before this trip. When we got to stef surf it was exactly what I imagined. Francisco the caretaker of stef surf was a very kind man who made sure everything was in working order. Lis the concierge set up a private dinner for us the 1st night we came in. It was simply delicious and worth it!! We ended up going to a to all the local beaches, Potrero, Penca, Prieta, Danta, and Sugar beach. All the beaches were great and perfect for anyone. Sugar beach hotel for lunch is a must! Best chicken tacos!! Congo zip line rocked!! Wife and I were the only ones at the park. Palo verde tour was fun seeing crocs, monkeys, and a variety of birds.Restaurants... las brisas was great! Mow the owner was a cool dude who took care of us. Surf box for breakfast! Natasha the owner chatted with us about the local beaches and life. Challah French toast is a must. I would highly recommend ending ending your vacation with a sunset cruise with serendipity charters. Hands down the best cruise you will ever go on! We definitely we will coming back to stef surf and hope to bring more friends and family with us!
Yöpyi 7 yötä huhtikuussa 2019

10/10 Loistava

Erin D.

Lovely property, location and people

Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay at El Tucan in Stef Surf. The town home is lovely and well-appointed, and a very short walk to the beach. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony and listening to the birds, surf crashing and howler monkeys in the distance. We appreciated that Potrero is not over-developed, so you truly get a feel for the local culture and people. Francisco and Marling were so lovely, and we felt very secure at the property. Lis was extremely warm and helpful in getting us oriented and recommending activities our family would enjoy. We alternated days at the local beaches with days of off-site activities. We would recommend both Buena Vista Lodge near Rincon de Vieja for adventure activities, and the sunset sail on the Lazy Lizard, whihc was arranged by Lis. Playa Flamingo and Playa Penca, each just a short drive from Stef Surf, were our favorite beaches for swimming and body-surfing. We ate at many of the local restaurants recommended by Greg and Gladys, and especially enjoyed the breakfast at Surf Box, the pina coladas and beautiful setting at Limonda, and the delicious food at El Castillo. The kids enjoyed going to Pearl's for dinner, as there are many games and activities for them to enjoy. One of the highlights of the trip was a sunset dinner at Gracia at Vista Mar. There is an infinity pool with a swim-up bar to enjoy before dinner, and then a fabulous dinner overlooking Flamingo. Frankie, the chef and owner, was onsite and very attentive. The food was fabulous and reasonably priced. Thanks to Cathy at the local brewery in Potrero (really good beers and homemade root beer for the kiddos) for the recommendation. Overall, a very relaxing and fun vacation.
Yöpyi 6 yötä heinäkuussa 2018