CPI - Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with infinty pool, overlooking Tamarindo Bay. A small gem with a grand view!
Casa Pipilacha is a luxury Moroccan style villa designed like an artwork by Abraham Valenzuela, one of the most acclaimed architects of Costa Rica. It is located on an amazing and tranquil piece of land near the top of the hill overlooking Playa Tamarindo and serves as a quiet hideaway, yet close to the beach, shopping, dining and entertainment amenities of Tamarindo. All areas of the house offer breathtaking panoramic views of Playa Tamarindo and Playa Langosta and the endless ocean.
In front of the living room and the large roofed terrace sits a huge "infinity" pool with two smaller sun terraces ? all with a fantastic 180 degree view. Plunge in the pool, relax on the terrace and enjoy the picture-perfect sunsets from this magnificent lookout!
The kitchen is fully equipped and offers all amenities even for the passionate cook. A gas BBQ is also available. You can choose between two dining areas: outside on the terrace or inside the living room. The entire house is screened in and opens onto the terrace.
The master suite features a king size bed. The second bedroom comes with a queen size bed. Both bedrooms have panoramic windows. The whole house is fully air-conditioned.
The website is exactly like the visit. This stunning home was absolutely gorgeous and well cared for with the most awesome view! Our family enjoyed 8 nights here and would return hands down. Spotless and well decorated.
A guest from Outremont, QC recommends this property.
Lovely house with attention to detail everywhere you look. The house looks even better than in the pictures...well manicured grounds, comfortable rooms and beds, fully stocked kitchen and very easy to get to from center of tamarindo. Although the house is close to its neighbors - you would never tell because of it's beautiful gardens, perfectly placed for 100% seclusion. Would definitely rent again.
Beautiful home! Would highly recommend. Extremely clean and the view was amazing. Quiet location and loved returning to it to relax in the pool.
Thank you for the great review and so glad you had a great time. The view is truly amazing. Come back and stay with us again!
Constanze M. from Morrison, CO recommends this property.
We were very pleased with the beauty of the home and its location was ideal-quiet and away from the town but only a short drive to all the restaurants. The house was very comfortable and had beautiful views of the ocean. Everything was first class and kitchen offered everything we needed/wanted. The infinity pool was perfect to swim laps or enjoy. The property was well maintained and flowers and outside pots were lovely. The staff kept everything perfectly clean including the pool, We had a family of Howlers pass directly in front of the pool through the trees, had squirrels enjoying the tree nuts and even had a few iguanas sunning themselves on the rocks. We loved it.
Nathan E. from ARVADA, CO recommends this property.
Too many times online pictures don't add up to reality (due to perfect timing, wide angle lenses, etc.) In this case the reality was far better than pictures! The pool was huge and the views were spectacular! The house has all the amenities and finishes are amazing (including stone ceilings that warranted pictures in every room for future dreams of home improvement). We wanted a relaxed and private retreat and Casa Pipilacha met our every need. Town was a 10 minute walk although it was also easy to drive to the bottom of the hill and park. I give it 5+ stars and would definitely go back!
Thank you for the great review. Casa Pipilacha is truly a gem and we are so glad you had a great time. We hope you will come back again next year!
Brian S. from Burlington, ON recommends this property.
Had a wonderful time at Casa Pipilacha. The house is beautiful and the view is spectacular and relaxing. The poll was our favourite part and relaxing in it while overlooking the . we had 2 adults and 2 kids. the only problem was we were a little confused on the number of beds and out son and daughter did not want to sleep together but they do have 2 fold out cots which are actually very comfortable.
Constance M. from Boyle, MS recommends this property.
This was our second stay at Casa Pipilacha, and again, it was absolutely perfect. Beautiful property with amazing views. Very clean and has every amenity you could possibly need. Great service from RPM. This is the best property we have ever stayed in.
Thank you so much for the great review. It's truly a magical place and hope you come back to enjoy it next year!
Stasia D. from Indianapolis, IN recommends this property.
Stay at the pristine Pipilacha and you may consider selling everything you own, abandoning all responsibility, and living out the rest of your days in this ethereal retreat.The home was built by a renowned Costa Rican architect and it shows. Almost all windows overlook the sea. Detailed stonework throughout. Tiny details that delight wherever you turn. Do you love plants? I do. This villa has private gardens that are lovingly tended to each day by a kind man named Miguel. (He comes very early and is unobtrusive, but we were up early too and shared coffee a few times.) This is perfect house for two couples, since the bedrooms on opposite sides of the house. But we came as a family and it was perfect for us too. During a long, dark winter, we would often dream about this place. It did not disappoint. It delighted us in an almost unimaginable way. RPM was so very accommodating and I can?t recommend their services highly enough. Still considering? Don?t. This is the place.
Rick R. from Spokane, WA recommends this property.
What a home and oh what a view! The home exceeded our expectations in every way. The yard/pool and cleaning staff were all very nice and accommodating. We spent 90+ % of our time on the large patio soaking in the views and amazing sunsets. We highly recommend this to everyone. Less than 5 minute drive to town and we saw many neighbors walk to and from town which is probably a 15 minute walk from the house. It was our 1st time to Costa Rica and we will be back. Friendly and so clean everywhere we went. Very few walking venders on the beach was a nice change from our Mexico trips too.
A guest from Toronto, Ontario recommends this property.
Beautiful home, private, great views, amazing pool.
Susan W. from Bloomington, INDIANA recommends this property.
Memories from our stay at Casa Pipilacha (Dragonfly House) have been put in our wedding book to remember and cherish forever. The photos of the house online do not do it justice - the house is so beautiful inside and out. The location is perfect to visit the areas north, south and east. The view of the Pacific is awesome! Sunsets there are a treat. Tamarindo is just a mile away down the hill with lots of shopping, eating and even a new super nice grocery store. A day at the beach is just a mile or 20 miles away to explore. The western coast has at minimum, 30 beaches just waiting for you!
Thank you for such a nice review. Pipilacha is truly a wonderful property and we are happy your stay was nothing else but pleasure. We look forward to having you return and stay with us again!
We love Pipilacha! A beautiful view does not describe this sunset experience with every detail of this house attended to. It is mixed with every amenity needed, comfort, craftsmanship not found often, small fun details like the rosettes folded on each toilet paper roll, full privacy and responsive staff. The amazing cleaning staff person noticed our A/C was not functioning properly in one room and had a repair scheduled and A/C functioning fully within 2 hours. Amazing assistance from the RPM office staff with any excursions we wanted to do and perfect suggestions on fully experiencing Tamarindo. Will definitely stay at Pipilacha again and highly recommend Tropical Vacations for any property they manage.
Thank you so much for the review and so glad you enjoyed this beautiful home. It is truly amazing. We can't wait to see you again.
Thank you so much for the review and 5 stars across the board. We are so glad you had a dream vacation! Please come stay with us again!
tyler k. from toronto, ON recommends this property.
Most amazing private pool and view of all the places I've stayed. Great for a family of 4. truly paradise. I will note that the Casa Leo Loco directly below if big group booked...you won't see them...but will hear everything! We were lucky and only last night there a crew stay and party until 8am...would love to have joined them in my kidless days but I am blessed with two small party ruiners :) Just ask ppty mgmt if booked for big group while you plan stay as they manage both. Or have your own party louder:)If I had one improvement suggestion to owners is to coat the pool patio with a clear anti-slip coating as it is crazy how slippery it gets. Hard to keep kids (and me) from wiping out. We coated it in towels the whole time though which are generously provided. These things should really not reflect on how truly incredible this spot is, perfectly located close to town but away from it. Hopefully we can stay again one day.
James and Constance M. from Boyle, MS recommends this property.
We loved our stay at Casa Pipilacha. The property was beautiful and very well maintained. The view was outstanding!
Thank you so much for the review and so glad you had a great time. The view is definitely incredible!! We hope you will come back to enjoy the awesome sunsets again.
Our first time in Costa Rica and renting this incredible house made our vacation, relaxing, comfortable and we didn't want to leave! The house has everything you need to live lavishly and comfortably, including a beautiful view! We loved it and will for sure return!
Thank you for the great 5 star review. I am so glad you had a great time. Please come back and see us again next year!
The house was beautiful. We have a 15 month old and everything was just perfect. From the comfort to the sheer luxury of the home. It is a tricky hill to get up, lots of pot holes, but actually on our second to last day they came through with a steam roller and laid some new dirt which helped tremendously. Other than that, 10 out of 10.
Thank you so much for the great review. We are so glad you had a great time ans survived the roads! They get graded several times thorough out the year and glad it was done while you were here.
Clinton C. from Dawsonville, GA recommends this property.
This vacation rental far exceeded my family's expectations!
Clinton - we are so glad you had a great time. Pipilacha is an amazingly special place and we're so happy you enjoyed it. Come back again soon!
A guest from Newport News, VA recommends this property.
We loved the house! Very well furnished with the best view for two couples. Will be back! The town is full of surf, bars, and restaurants.
Steven H. from Bakersfield, CA recommends this property.
Beautiful home with a magnificent view. Home has great craftsmanship and decor, very detailed and custom. Quality amenities, from kitchen to bedrooms to patio. Great floor plan, easily accommodating two separate couples and ensuring privacy. Just an outstanding property! Be aware gardener/pool service (Miguel) and cleaning (Ethel) do come early in morning, yet are quiet and non intrusive. Also, homes above and below are large and have potential to produce significant noise. Overall, probably the BEST smaller residence in Tamarindo. Can't wait to return, true Pura Vida.
We are so glad you had a great time at Pipilacha and enjoyed the amazing house and property. Thank you for the review and we hope to see you again soon.
Carla H. from Saskatoon, Sask. recommends this property.
The house is beautiful and the pool and view are amazing! We enjoyed it so very very much! We spent several days just up at the house making the most of our time there. Definitely worth the price and I would stay there again. Only negative was we wanted to Barbeque and on day one the tank ran out and a full week stay and no refill ever materialized though we requested one right away and even followed up a few days later with management. It never arrived. We had all kinds of groceries purchased too. Using the inside cooktop was ok but not ideal as there is no venting and the house would fill with smoke at high temps. Otherwise it was perfect.
Patricia V. from Massapequa, NY recommends this property.
My family and I (myself, my husband, 2 adult children and my son's girlfriend) just spent an unforgettable week at Casa Pipilacha from 7/26 to 8/1. The house and property were absolutely gorgeous and immaculately maintained. The pictures on the website were very accurate although the house is much more stunning in person. My husband, who is a contractor himself, was thoroughly impressed at the design and details of the house. We were very comfortable staying there with the kids who rotated sleeping on the cot in the smaller bedroom. It's also perfect for 2 couples each having their own bedroom and bathroom. The pool was a dream to come home to with the stunning view - we truly didn't feel the need to leave the house although we did do many activities that CR has to offer. We enjoyed mornings and nights in the pool or on the lounges just enjoying the view of Tamarindo below us - the same view can be enjoyed from most of the house especially the master bedroom and master bath suite. The kitchen was a delight for our chefs who prepared daily meals for us and the occasional lunch we prepared for ourselves. All of the staff at RPM were wonderful to work with. Would not hesitate to stay at this property again as everyone fell in love with it - Pura Vida!!! One note: the hill up to the house is very steep - we did walk down on many occasions and only once up and back to the house - my advice, make friends with a cabbie - get their cell number, tip them good so that whenever you call they will come. The walk up is very tough - we will never attempt that again.
Janet & Michael M. from Miami, Florida recommends this property.
Words can not describe how incredibly beautiful this location is. My family and I stayed for 9 days and 8 nights and we did not want to leave. The views are spectacular no matter where you are in the house. It was bliss to sit outside and drink coffee or watch the sunset with a glass of wine. Ethel and Miguel who keep up cads Pipalachia are awesome. We are coming back next year and are getting ready to reserve the house. My son left to college right after we came back and this place and trip will forever be special to him.
Kathleen T. from Lake Geneva, WI recommends this property.
Great experience. Everything was top-notch. Would stay there again in a heartbeat!
Thanks for the review and comments. Make sure you book again for next year!
A guest from Noank, CT recommends this property.
Thanks for the great review. The construction noise is coming to an end shortly and hope you will come back again soon.
Evan and Christine J. from Columbus, Georgia recommends this property.
We were sooo happy to see such a fabulous home!!! Every detail was upscale and way more than we expected!!! The road getting there was a bit bumpy but we understand that's how it is there.The pool was wonderful!!!
So glad you had a great time. The road has been re-graded and is much better now. We hope you will come back and visit us again.
Jeffrey K. from East Orleans, MA recommends this property.
This property met all our expectations, and the company was responsive to our concerns which were few. Great location with great views, infinity pool. The level of finish, the furnishings, kitchen, etc were high quality, with every expectation of our own home. The home was air conditioned, necessary mainly in the bedrooms. A vehicle is not a must, but very helpful as the access road is steep.
Thanks for the great review and comments about this amazing home. We are glad you had a great time. Please come and visit us again!
A guest from Palo Alto, CA does not recommend this property.
Brian J E. from Gibsonia, PA recommends this property.
Was a perfect location for our family of four in a great location overlooking Tamarindo and the Pacific. Amenities were very nice, pool was great size.Couple small issues included - sound system did not work and called them and no one fixed the problem. Front door was out of order so we had to enter in the side door.
Thanks for the note. We were not able to fix the stereo system during your stay, but it is working now. The front door has been worked on as well. These are amazingly beautiful hand-crafted German style doors and we had to wait for the right carpenter to be available to fix them! Hope you are able to come and stay again.
A guest from Bowie, MD recommends this property.
We had the pleasure of staying at Casa Pipilacha for a full week in November. The house is absolutely stunning! The attention to detail in every part of the property is amazing. We were part of a group that rented several houses in the area and everyone agreed that Casa Pipilacha was the most beautiful property of them all. The size of the space would be perfect for a small family or two couples. The two of us found the space to be perfect for just us as well. We will most certainly be back!
Casa Pipilacha - Like living in a dream!!!
Melissa K. from Matawan, NJ recommends this property.
Casa Pipilacha is everything you could hope for and more! The perfect luxury retreat hidden high above the ocean. Make sure you have a 4x4 vehicle, as the road to the house is a little tricky... Once you arrive, however,you will be in paradise! You will not want to leave, even to go to the beach!
Darren Lee J. from Charlotte, NC recommends this property.
Nancy R. from Chestermere, Alberta recommends this property.
Best rental house ever. Pictures do not do it justice. Very clean and modern. Pool is fabulous and the view is stunning. Would stay there again.
Thanks for the great review and glad you had a wonderful time!!
Robin H. from Beaufort, NC recommends this property.
Casa Pipilacha is THE perfect place! A very private back porch and pool. Amazing views. Beautiful home. EVERYTHING you need for a great escape! Etal the cleaning lady is wonderful,unobtrusive and does a great job. RPM the rental agency is excellent, quick to solve any problem, accomodate any need and very professional.I hesitate to share this due to availability. Been going there every year for 6 yrs and we love it!
It is truly a special place. Thanks for your review and see you next year!
A guest from Danville, CA recommends this property.
Casa Pipilacha is perfect for two couples. It's comfortable and has great views. Although it was hot, the air conditioning kept the bedrooms (and living area) cool. We really enjoyed the terrace and the pool where we spent most of our time. Although there was no Wi-Fi, the management company hopes to resolve that issue. We're very familiar with Tamarindo, having rented a villa down the hill from Casa Pipilacha. Getting up and down the hill (in a 4X4) is challenging. We never attempted walking!!
Thanks for the review and feedback. We were able to get the Wi-Fi fixed and improved the signal strength throughout the house. Hope to see you again!
Jason R. from Montreal, Quebec recommends this property.
Amazing home with a spectacular view.
May A. from New York, NY recommends this property.
Casa Pipilacha is a wonderful place, even better than the pictures!
A guest from River Forest, IL recommends this property.
Seriously the best vacation we have had in a long time. The house was breathtaking. I would recommend this to anyone.
Dawn L. from Berkeley Heights, NJ recommends this property.
NIcole C. from Wilmington, NC recommends this property.
Casa Pipilacha was awesome. The view was incredible, and location was close to anything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
BEAUTIFUL, PRIVATE, UNIQUE WITH PHENOMENAL POOL & VIEW!
Reviewed by: Mary M. recommends this property.
Was probably our best stay ever in the world. Very private and wonderful villa. Euro-Style. Pool is exceptional and you can not beat the view. Luxury stay and perfect for animal people as their are 2 friendly house cats that come and go. Very secure gated villa but you will need to taxi up steep hill or rent a car...but its so very much worth it. Only $6 for Taxi to village.
Reviewed by: Robin H. recommends this property.
Reviewed by: Eddie W. recommends this property.
jayme m. from washington, DC recommends this property.
Everything was great, the house and the rpm service property personnel. We are coming back in 2008!