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  • Condo
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Swimming pool
  • Child friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed

From the manager

Discover the prime spot in Samara at Alta Vista Condos! Revel in breathtaking ocean views steps from the beach. Ideal for families or couples seeking relaxation or a productive remote work setting. With amenities like WiFi, A/C, and a pool, we ensure a comfortable stay. Experience a safe, clean, spacious, and modern retreat in this two-bed, two-bath condo. We are dedicated to making your Costa Rican beach vacation hassle-free and enjoyable. Don't miss out, book now to secure your spot! Great for families who want fewer stairs to climb and easier access to the pool! 2bd/2ba, queen This condo interacts with the other condos in that it is on the first floor in a four story building. The front section of the fourth floor is the called the Congo Lounge and it is open to all guests. There are tables, chairs, sofas and hammocks, as well as amazing views, ocean breezes, and howler monkeys hanging from the nearby trees! Alta Vista is in the Smara neighborhood of Cangrejal, on the north end of the bay of Smara. Cangrejal is a Costa Rican neighborhood, an old fishing village, and is very quiet with no loud music or bars. There is a great casual restaurant in Cangrejal just down the street towards the beach from Alta Vista called "La Perla" which offers great healthy local cuisine at reasonable prices. Two blocks away from Alta Vista opposite the beach is a popular supermarket named "La Iguana Verde", a medium size grocery and liquor store. The neighborhood like Smara is safe in general. However always be aware of your personal belongings on the beach or in public. Please be safe yourself and considerate to the other guests of the building by closing and locking your parking garage gate. Before you arrive, please message Hilda & Patrick using the Airbnb messenger with your arrival time. It will help to exchange phone numbers at that point so you can call Hilda when you pass through Nicoya on your way to Samara. Nicoya is 50 minutes away and lets Hilda know your exact arrival time. When you pull up, you will see the sign on the front door: Alta Vista Condominiums, and the four-story building. If youve called us from Nicoya, well be waiting to open the parking gate for you! Our friendly administrator Hilda will greet you with the keys and begin your check-in. Introducing Condo Amapola, a contemporary 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat. Each bedroom features a queen bed, complemented by a queen size pull-out sofa sleeper in the living room, accommodating a maximum of 6 guests. Positioned on the first floor, Amapola boasts a modern and serene ambiance. The expansive floor-to-ceiling windows offer a captivating beach and ocean view, creating a picturesque setting. Relax on the private balcony furnished for optimal enjoyment of this stunning vista. The beds and linens exude luxury, ensuring a comfortable stay. The open floor plan facilitates easy movement, relaxation, and seamless appreciation of the surrounding scenery. With three individual air conditioning units, your comfort is guaranteed. Welcome to a haven where modernity meets tranquility. Most guests either choose to rent a car and drive from the airport to Alta Vista or take some sort of private transportation. I do not recommend local transportation; you'd be taking 3-4 buses! Just say the word and Hilda can help you make a reservation for a private shuttle van; we have a company that has been providing dependable service for almost a decade. They will meet you at the airport with your name on a sign and drive you approx. two hours to Alta Vista in a comfortable, air-conditioned van usually stocked with cold water and fresh fruit. The driver typically speaks enough English to get by. They will stop at a grocery store in Nicoya if you choose.

Additional amenities: Full Kitchen

Deposit Fee: 150.0

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Bedroom 2: King Bed
  • Beds in other rooms: Sofa Bed
  • 2 Family bathrooms

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Air conditioning
  • Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
  • BBQ
  • Internet access
  • Safe
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • TV

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Interaction with guest

Hi! My name is Patrick, the owner. I designed and built this property with four condos in 2008. Ever since I've been managing them and making constant improvements to give you - the guest - a world class experience in the sleepy little beach town of Playa Samara. I handle all bookings and payments. Before your stay I introduce you to Laura, the administrator, who will meet you on-site with your keys to present the Condo and staff to you and answer all your questions. It's this type of extra service that makes out guests feel special and continue to book with us. Denis is the on-site caretaker who keeps the property spotless. He'll practice Spanish with you, help you get the grill going, and even source fresh-caught seafood and fish!
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    Cancellation policy

    Full refund

    100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

    Partial refund

    50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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    No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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    Things to know

    Check in: 15:00 Check out: 11:00
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    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    Treat the property as if it were your home. No pool or Congo Lounge access after 10pm. No smoking inside the unit. Be mindful of other guests. No pets. Zorro is my dog, a small terrier who is on-site mascot of the property, who keeps Denis the caretaker company. Please do not let him in your condo and please do not feed him or let him off the property. Please be mindful of turning off the air conditioning when you are not in the condo and do not run the a/c with windows or doors open.

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    About the manager

    Alta Vista Condominiums
    Tourist Licence
    310244658
    Calendar updated:
    09 May 2024

    Years listed:
    8

    Based in:
    Costa Rica
    Languages spoken: English, Spanish
    This Condo has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and sleeps 6. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 27 Dec 2017. Located in Province of Guanacaste, it has 5 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate is £809.
    The property’s calendar was last updated on 09 May 2024.
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    Betty D
    Lunenburg, Canada

    Beach Lovers Paradise
    Dec 2018

    Location, location location! The Alta Vista was a beautiful, comfortable and clean condo with great beach accessories (umbrella and chairs) and extremely friendly and helpful staff. But the best part … More 

    Reviewed 18 Mar 2019

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the manager
    Wow thank you for the compliments and for the great review! One of your best vacations ever! That makes me and the staff very happy and pleased that our goal of giving great vacations is happening! I'm here to take your next reservation, just let me know! -Patrick

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    mikevT1998ZX
    Playa Samara, Costa Rica

    Still just as amazing the second time
    Feb 2019

    We just returned from our second vacation at Condo Alta Vista, and it’s still absolutely perfect. We came with our 1 year old daughter and my parents, and had plenty of space in the condo. We re… More 

    Reviewed 16 Mar 2019

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    Response from the manager
    Hi Mike, Thank you so much for this great review! I'm glad we hit 5 stars in every department - that is our goal! I'm glad you mention Dennis, Xinia, and Laura, who work so hard to give each and every one of our guests a great vacation. I pass these reviews on to them and they absolutely love knowing that their efforts are making people happy! -Patrick

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    Kelly L

    Outstanding Accomodations
    Jan 2019

    We had the pleasure of staying at the Alta Vista for two weeks during our trip in January 2019. We occupied the first floor condo, Amapola. The condo and associated amenities were very clean and in gr… More 

    Reviewed 15 Mar 2019

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    Response from the manager
    Hi Kelly, I appreciate you choosing Alta Vista and I appreciate your kind review. It was great hosting you and your lovely family please come back and visit us again! -Patrick

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Threetripsayear
    Brantford

    Great Holiday
    Dec 2018

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay Alta Vista. The condo came well equipped with everything we needed. It is located in a great location. Close to the beach and the town. We met the Owner, very nice guy. … More 

    Reviewed 15 Mar 2019

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the manager
    Thank you for your great review! It was nice to meet you as well. Please come back and see us soon! -Patrick

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

    Oslynn2014
    Victoria, Canada

    Beautiful Samara
    Dec 2017

    We enjoyed a relaxing comfortable week at Condo Amapola in Samara for our family Christmas vacation. The condo is a short walk to the spectacular beach and only a few minutes further into town. Lounge… More 

    Reviewed 29 Dec 2017

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    Response from the manager
    Great to hear and we'll be ready to host you next year! - Patrick

    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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