Playa Hermosa house rental - View from the master bedroom and roof top patio
View from the master bedroom and roof top patio
 
Playa Hermosa house rental - View from the master bedroom and roof top patio

View from the master bedroom and roof top patio

Living room to walk out patio and garden

Living room to walk out patio and garden

lower patio and dining area

lower patio and dining area

Living room and Breakfast Counter Nook

Living room and Breakfast Counter Nook

Dining Room

Dining Room

Kitchen

Kitchen

Master bedroom with King Size Bed

Master bedroom with King Size Bed

2nd bedroom with Queen size 4 post bed

2nd bedroom with Queen size 4 post bed

3rd bedroom with Queen size bed and bunk beds

3rd bedroom with Queen size bed and bunk beds

second floor covered terrace

second floor covered terrace

Roof Top Patio

Roof Top Patio

Beach side community pool, Just 100 steps from our home.

Beach side community pool, Just 100 steps from our home.

Hermosa Palms from the air

Hermosa Palms from the air

Horses on Hermosa beach at low tide

Horses on Hermosa beach at low tide

Surfing everyday

Surfing everyday

Family, friends, surfing and sunset. It doesn't get much better.

Family, friends, surfing and sunset. It doesn't get much better.

Days end

Days end

sunset at vilas Coletas

sunset at vilas Coletas

Scarlet Mckaw. A daily visitor at Hermosa Palms; a bird watchers paradise.

Scarlet Mckaw. A daily visitor at Hermosa Palms; a bird watchers paradise.

Howler monkey with baby

Howler monkey with baby

Whiteface monkey at Manuel Antonio National Park

Whiteface monkey at Manuel Antonio National Park

Sail fishing or other sport fishing at its best. Two marinas nearby.

Sail fishing or other sport fishing at its best. Two marinas nearby.

  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps8
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
 

Photos and Description of the Playa Hermosa vacation house rental
3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths, (Sleeps 6-8), 100 steps to the beach

This stunning, well appointed home is located in the gated community of Hermosa Palms. Check the surf off the master bedroom and deck, or let it lull you to sleep after a day of fun. Savour your coffee and breakfast outside under one of the 2 covered terraces. Enjoy the sea breezes while swinging in the hammock on the roof top terrace. Have a barbecue or let someone else do the cooking and dine at a nearby restaurant.

The beach and community pool are a short two minute, 500 foot stroll away. Just carry your surf board with you. Playa Hermosa is one of the most consistent and best surfing destinations in Costa Rica. The site of the 2009 summer world surfing championships. You may also see turtles on the beach laying their eggs. Spotting the Scarlet Macaw parrots in the almond trees is a daily event, usually at 6am or 4 pm.

Your private beach home is just 7 minutes away from the town of Jaco. In Jaco you will find numerous restaurants, shops, banks, grocery stores, car rentals, pharmacies and plenty of night life including casinos.

For a real thrill don't forget the Zip lines just outside of town.

You're only 45 minutes from the world famous Manuel Antonio National Park. This park has monkeys, parrots and other wildlife. There are great eateries along the way with spectacular clifftop ocean views.

Just a 15 minute drive north you will find the 5 star Marriott Los Suenos Resort, which offers golf, tennis,shops, fine dining, spa and marina, or continue along another 5 minutes and treat yourself to sunset cocktails at Villa Caleta's. This will be unforgettable.

The airport in San Jose is less than ninety minutes away with a newly opened highway. Rental car pickup, taxi or van can be easily arranged including a driver. Just step out of the airport and let someone else do the driving.

This spectacular tropical beach community of Hermosa Palms is noted for its ideal location and friendly atmosphere. Close to the town of Jaco, yet blessed with 5 miles of uncrowded beach and endless surf. Your ideal place to decompress from life's pressures.

Keywords: Beach House,beach rental home,Beach Front, house,Gated Community, Private Home

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About Tim Van Zoost

My wife and I first discovered the beauty and friendly relaxed culture of Costa Rica in 2004.

Tim Van Zoost purchased this house in 2007
Why Tim Van Zoost chose Playa Hermosa

We rented many condos and homes nearby and then happened to find Hermosa Palms and rent in this community. Our intention was to build elswhere, but the specatular beach life and community of Hermosa Palms quickly changed our minds.

What makes this house unique

Long walks on a mostly empty beach other than a few surfers enjoying themselves, offered more than we could ever have dreamed for.If you are a bird watcher then you found the right spot. Parrots, pelicans, hummingbirds and a hundred more species are there to see. When you need ammenities or a night out for dining its at your fingertips. No long drives just to get the basics. Your precious vacation time is left for what you want to do. Relax and enjoy your self.

22 Reviews of Property 106675 in Playa Hermosa, Costa Rica

Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
average rating of 5.0 based on 22 reviews
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
United States
5

Beautiful Sunsets

5 of 5
Submitted: March 11, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
We had an amazing time during our month's stay here. We had beautiful sunsets every day fot the entire month. There are decks on the 2nd & 3rd floor of this home, in addition to the patio on the 1st floor. The 2nd floor deck has lounge chairs, great for relaxing with a good book. We also loved the 3rd deck with its lovely breezes and great view of the Pacific Ocean, We sometimes ate breakfast on that deck, or played cards, and at times we had a visit from a cute little Monkey named Poncho. If you like fish, there is a man named, Victor, who will come in the evenings and ring the doorbell and will have fresh fish caught that day, including Mahi Mahi, Lobster and Shrimp. We bought some a few times and cooked in on the great Grill that is on the Patio! Wonderful, if you want to eat home instead of going out. There are 2 of our favorite Restaurants close by, about a 5 min. drive to Rt. 34. They are: Villa Hermosa, and down a little further is Jungle Surf. Both have breakfast, lunch and Dinner at reasonable prices. While staying here we went zip lining, went on a monkey tour with the father of the monkeys, horseback riding to a mud spa and went on a crocodile tour. All great adventures.
The home is beautifully decorated, clean, and very comfortable; and the beds were very comfortable which makes for a good night's sleep.
We highly recommend this home, and hope to be back in the future!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Nova Scotia Canada
5

Incredible Vacation!

5 of 5
Submitted: January 7, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
I honestly don't know where to begin. From the moment we spoke to the owner, Tim, to the ease of booking, to the accurateness of the description - everything was perfect. The house is perfectly situated for anyone who loves the beach, or the pool. The gated community was safe and clean and people were very nice. The house was incredibly appointed - we had two adults and three adult children in this house and we all had so much privacy! There are three gorgeous decks - the one on the rooftop looks EXACTLY like the pictures. In fact, all the pictures depict the property accurately. We woke at 6am, walked out onto the deck off of our well-appointed Master Bedroom and fed a monkey there every morning at 6am. We would go to sleep every night listening to the sounds of the waves and wake up at 5:30am with the sun streaming in through the large windows. You are close to attractions like zip lining and volcanoes, snorkeling, fishing...too much to mention here. This is a great spot for couples, families with young children and families with older children...I would absolutely recommend this beach home to my friends.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Gulf Breeze, FL
5

"Just like home - only with great waves"

"Just like home - only with great waves"
5 of 5
Submitted: July 28, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
We took 5 teenage boys - all competitive surfers - to the best surf destination in Costa Rica - right outside our door. What an amazing time! As a reluctant foreign country travel in charge of other peoples children I was very relieved to find a completely safe housing community and a fully stocked, gorgeous home. Travel was easy. Customs and rental car (Dollar) was simple. We cooked every meal and were pleasantly surprised to find that everything we needed was found in this well appointed gourmet kitchen. The house fit the seven of us comfortably. The balconies were so enjoyable - to our delight, a monkey joined us on one morning! Tim provided us with detailed information about directions, places to see, etc. Ingrid met us at the house and was available for any questions, arranging transportation, etc. The pool guy, Juan Jose was helpful with surf boards, boogie boards. The neighbor, his adorable son, and dog were so friendly. Rafael, the Father of the Monkeys tour, was the BEST!! Be sure and check the cupboards before grocery shopping as many items are available. The beaches were miles of crowd-free walking. Warm waters. Mostly sunny this time of year with some nighttime storms. Way too much to list really - an absolutely worry free, perfect vacation destination.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Alajuela
5

GAFM

5 of 5
Submitted: April 16, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
We really enjoy the time in the house.
Everything was perfect, the house is even better when you see it... pictures are not enough to describe it!
Very clean and had everything we need!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
dewitt,mi
5

Outstanding!

5 of 5
Submitted: April 6, 2012 Stayed: March 2012
We just returned from a week at Casa Van Zoost. This is by far the best appointed VRBO home we have ever stayed in. The attention to detail, the well stocked kitchen, availability of Tim and Ingrid, make this house exceptional. The neighborhood is lovely, the pool is large, and the beach is beautiful and uncrowded. There are many areas to relax in the house and plenty of room to spread out. Six of us were very comfortable here. The house is located within an hour of many sites. Tim's recommendations were spot on for dining and site seeing. A car is highly recommended, but the house is very close to Jaco for shopping and dining so a taxi would be easy. Driving in the area was much easier than we expected and the new highway is very nice. I would recommend this house without hesitation and hope to be able to return at some point in the future. Thanks, Tim!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Colorado Springs, Colorado
5

A wonderful vacation get-away

5 of 5
Submitted: February 23, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
We (two couples from the United States) stayed in the Casa Van Zoost in February, 2012 and found the house to be wonderful. It is very comfortable, beautifully maintained and decorated, has a well-equipped kitchen, and plenty of both indoor and outdoor sitting areas to provide a great vacation get-away for both adults and children. The gated community of Hermosa Palms and its distance from the rather tacky tourist town of Jaco (a private car is must) made us feel very secure. The beach, just a five-minute walk from the house and past the large swimming pool, is smooth for walking and perfect for watching the sunsets. The owners of the house and the on-site property manager were extremely accommodating and easy to work with. Hermosa Palms provided an ideal location from which to visit the Carara and Manuel Antonio National Parks, and is an easy drive to or from San Jose. We would definitely stay at the Casa Van Zoost again.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
US
5

Wonderful Place!

5 of 5
Submitted: February 22, 2012 Stayed: February 2012
We had a great three-day stay here. The house was well appointed and very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the rear balconies and patio where we were entertained by the neighborhood cat and a neighbor's monkey. The manager, Ingrid, was friendly and very helpful. The sunsets on the adjacent beach were magnificent. A great place to stay in the Jaco area!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Costa Rica
5

Excellent choice

5 of 5
Submitted: January 19, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
We highly recommend this beautiful, comfortable and very nicely decorated house to anyone. If you like to be close to the beach with all the comforts of home, this is the place to choose. The house is within a gated community, which makes it very safe with 24/7 security.The third floor terrace offers spectacular sunsets and ocean views. Tim and Ingrid were always very helpful to all our concerns.Would definitely consider coming back!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Windsor, CO USA
5

Christmas 2011

5 of 5
Submitted: January 3, 2012 Stayed: December 2011
We just returned from a week at this beautiful home. It was all it said and more, the photos do not do this house justice. The house was clean and more than comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. We had fresh flowers. We loved the pool area and the beach. We also liked the security it offered. Our weather was great and we visited Manuel Antonio National Park, the turtle sanctuary down the road (the highlight of the trip), and shopping in Jaco. We took a trip to La Fortuna and went on a canopy tour with Ecoglide, went to Baldi hot springs and Arenal Nationa Park. You need two days for this (it is a 41/2 hour trip one way) and a really good map but it was worth it. I cannot say enough about the help that Ingrid and Tim were, they made our trip wonderful and stress free. If you are looking for the perfect house in the Jaco area, look no further, this is it. If we ever get the chance to return, I would look no further, we would stay here.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers
business
Luxury Beach Home in Gated Community /Hermosa Palms,
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p106675vb
1-902-538-7846 Nova Scotia,Canada
Hermosa Palms Playa Hermosa
Pensacola Fl
5

Costa Rica trip

5 of 5
Submitted: December 6, 2011 Stayed: November 2011
Tim and Ingrid were great to work with they made planning the trip very easy. The house was amazing and the neiborhood was beautiful. Would recommend this trip to everyone.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway