Casa Juliana: Renovated Oceanview Villa, Playa Junquillal, Guanacast

Outdoor pool
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap

About this house rental

Situated in Guanacaste Province, this lovely house for R 6,907 per night is a great choice for your next break. Casa Juliana is a privately owned villa located on a hillside in beautiful Playa Junquillal (pronounced hoon-key-yal), a tranquil village located in the northwestern Guanacaste region of Costa Rica. Golf, tennis, fishing, swimming, surfing, secluded beaches, snorkeling, and incredible tropical vegetation and wildlife ensure a fantastic vacation, with something for everyone in this unspoiled oasis. Playa Junquillal is conveniently located 36 km-40 minutes from Tamarindo, if you are seeking a little night life, and only 15 km-20 minutes from the Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course (an 18 hole championship course on the gold coast of Costa Rica), if golf is your game. You are also steps away from practicing that backhand on the tennis court located at the next-door Guacamaya Lodge (small court fee), many excellent local restaurants, a local turtle sanctuary, and outstanding horseback riding. The village of Junquillal remains unspoiled, a haven for those looking to spend their precious leisure time on the road less traveled. Local Costa Ricans (Ticos), as well as international ex-patriots from around the world welcome travelers with a warm hospitality seldom experienced in the whirlwind of the "real" world. Taste the local cuisine at one of the many restaurants within walking or easy driving distance of the villa or create your own gourmet experience at home by yourselves or with the help of an available local chef. Soak in the ocean views from the second floor balcony or enjoy 'un refresco' (cold drink) at the beautiful wooden bar on the screened in great room on the first floor terrace. Listen to howler monkeys in the trees or watch iguanas laze in the sun. Stroll 300 yards/meters to the pristine local beach. This and more awaits your arrival to this Costa Rican paradise. Casa Juliana is a private villa that comfortably sleeps up to 13 people and is located on an over an acre of lush, tropical gardens overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The four bedrooms are spacious and airy, and each is equipped with an individually controlled AC unit and ceiling fan. Equipped with 3½ bathrooms, the villa can easily accommodate 2 families. From the second floor terrace to the barbecue grill with a surrounding bar and seating area, the house is architecturally beautiful, crafted from local stone, ceramic tile, and native hard woods. Master suite: Located on the second floor, this loft-style bedroom has a king-sized bed, a full bathroom with a shower, a large sitting area with two futon sofas that covert to double beds (perfect for families with small children) and a private terrace, complete with hammock, small bar area, and comfortable teak porch furniture. This room has a flat screen TV, DVD player, and DVD library. Bedroom 2: Located on the first floor with a private entrance from the terrace, this bedroom has a queen bed and a private full bathroom with shower. Bedrooms 3 and 4: Also located on the first floor inside the main house, these bedrooms are adjoined by a large, full bathroom with shower. Bedroom 3 has 2 twin beds and bedroom 4 has a twin and a double bed. Both of these bedrooms have grand windows looking out onto lush tropical vegetation and palm trees. Kitchen: The kitchen is equipped with a spacious fridge and freezer, electric stove and oven, microwave oven, cooking utensils, dishwasher, all needed cooking appliances, and tableware for up to 13 guests. Screened terrace: The large screened terrace has a magnificent bar for informal breakfasts and lunches or for a rejuvenating cocktail at the end of the day. This 850 square foot (85 square meter) great room includes a teak dining table & chairs, and comfortable couches and lounge chairs for informal socializing. This terrace opens onto a stone patio area furnished with teak lounge chairs surrounding the pool area. Rancho and BBQ grill: The terrace also adjoins an open air rancho-style shelter housing a BBQ grill that is surrounded by a 360 degree wooden bar with comfortable bar stools for visitors to socialize with the chef as he/she prepares lunch or dinner. Pool: A beautiful 30 square meter glass tile swimming pool and convenient outdoor shower with hot water directly adjoin the terrace and rancho. Rates: Rental rates are based on an occupancy of 9 people or less. A $25/night surcharge will be applied for each additional person over 3 years of age. Maximum occupancy is 13 people. Groups of high school/college students are strictly prohibited.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Guanacaste Province

Reviews

4.9/5.0
Outstanding(88 Reviews)
10.0
Jan 2024
Nice place to stay if you want to relax and get away. Close to some amazing restaurants… our favorite was Tides. They have live music and great fish and chips. The best frozen drinks on our trip. The location is remote and it takes a while to get to attractions. Only downside
5.0
Dec 2023
From the moment we arrived at this property for a 3 day stay we were knew we had chosen the right location to start our family holiday. Our party had four adults and 3 children and there was plenty of space to house us all comfortably. Had everything we needed and more and it was apparent that great care had gone into cleaning. There is a spacious outdoor living area, where we enjoyed our meals. The pool is most inviting, surrounded by vegetation and privacy. The beds were comfortable. Location was great- not right on the beach but easy walking distance.The host Georgina is very pleasant, responsive and accommodating. We all very much enjoyed ourselves and would definitely return.
1.0
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Oct 2023
This property shows an appalling lack of maintenance and updating. The interiors of the kitchen cabinets were covered with white furry mold. The inside glass panel on the microwave had active mold colonies growing in it. The dishes and glasses had dead insects and mold in them. The appliances were very old and worn out. There was no water pressure in the showers due to lime scale clogging the heads. Everyone had to wash their hair at the outdoor shower in order to rinse out the shampoo. The tile roof needs to be replaced and leaks every time it rains, which is about 3 inches per day so the floors are always wet and flooded. The shrubbery is overgrown with branches hanging in the pool. The Rancho barbeque grill has a huge ant colony living in it, making it unusable for cooking. The Jack and Jill bedrooms off the kitchen appear to be infested with fleas because the people that slept in those rooms are covered in red itchy welts. My dermatologist advises me the rash I am covered in is flea bite dermatitis. When we contacted the concierge a cleaning and landscaping crew was dispatched to the property and addressed most of the concerns. But as a paying guest I should not have had to give the property manager a punchlist of problems. Why wasn't the property cleaned, maintained and exterminated prior to our arrival? The surrounding town is a dump with no shopping available. The hotels and restaurants mentioned in the listing are closed so no food available. Worst trip ever!
5.0
Jun 2023
We had a great stay at Casa Juliana at the end of May. From booking to staying there everything was smooth and communication with the property manager was outstanding. We received great recommendations for local restaurants, activities and an amazing chef who came to the house to cook for all 8 of us, 4 adults and 4 kids. The house was well equipped with everything we needed and was a great place to hang out either by the pool or in the screened porch. I definitely recommend for your next visit to Costa Rica!
5.0
Apr 2023
My husband, myself and our family including grandchildren stayed at Casa Juliana for a weeks getaway. We were 7 adults and 2 children of 4 and 22 months. It is the ideal place for a family that would like to vacation together and have lots of space to enjoy. The in-the-ground pool was well appreciated especially after a day at the beach in the hot sun. Be aware that if young children are in your party, you must be vigilant as the pool is not fenced in. Someone came every second day to clean it. The Rancho BBQ area was a hit with the men. The screened in veranda is a very nice area to spend time in as well as around the pool. The cushions would need to be replaced however as they are somewhat worn and stained. The kitchen has everything you need to make your own meals. We did most of the cooking with groceries we bought in local marts. As we were arriving late on the first day, I asked to have some basic food items to be stocked for us before our arrival. It was there as promised. Be ready to deal with keys, keys for every door. Expect daily visits from local doggos and cats. They are friendly and would stay just for a few minutes and then be on their way. If you are a bird watcher, there are many birds that visit the trees and shrubs that surround the Villa. The beach which is just minutes walking distance from the villa is spectacular. My sons did boogie boarding & grandkids loved the waves. If you love the heat and laidback living you will really love Casa Juliana.
5.0
Dec 2022
This house is as the pictures show it to be. What a wonderful place to stay while on vacation in Costa Rica for our first time. Off the path of the busy Tamarindo area but close enough to go for a day trip. The beach is at most a slow 5 minute walk from the house. You can hear the waves at night when you're winding down, so relaxing! 2 great hotels with delicious food directly next door to house. Dont worry they are very quiet places. The house is perfectly equipped. Fully stocked kitchen (we had a chef come and he had everything required), very comfortable beds and bedding, floats for the pool, lots of nice big towels, beach chairs and beach umbrellas...I could go on and on. You will thoroughly enjoy this place and be able to relax and enjoy the amazing Costa Rica weather.
5.0
Jul 2022
Perfect!
Perfect!
If you are looking for a place away from the crowded tourist areas, this is it! While at the house, we spent most of our time in the pool and screened-in porch. We enjoyed long walks on the beach each morning and watched spectacular sunsets each night. We thoroughly enjoyed our tours through TPV and highly recommend having Lila cook dinner for you! The beds were comfortable and the house had everything needed for an enjoyable and relaxing vacation. We would definitely stay again!
5.0
Apr 2022
We loved our stay at Casa Juliana. The beach was so close and gorgeous!!! So quiet and remote. The house was perfect for 2 families with teenage boys. We spent all of our time on the screened in porch or in the pool. My biggest complaints were the keys were annoying. So many keys and locks and none of them labeled. And the plastic dishes especially needed a major upgrade. The pizza at Hotel Tatanka and the local delivery places were great! The Guacamaya Lodge is in the backyard and so good! We also had a fabulous meal at Munro Milo and it was alll super cheap! We were visited by two local dogs that were the sweetest so please be nice to them when they come say hi! They were so thirsty! We would totally stay at Casa Juliana again. It was our 4th trip to Costa Rica and we just love staying in the quiet, unpopulated areas!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Guanacaste Province?

The average price for a rental in Guanacaste Province is R 2,947 per night. This rental is R 3,960 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Casa Juliana: Renovated Oceanview Villa, Playa Junquillal, Guanacast. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Casa Juliana: Renovated Oceanview Villa, Playa Junquillal, Guanacast. Enjoy the water!

Is Casa Juliana: Renovated Oceanview Villa, Playa Junquillal, Guanacast pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Casa Juliana: Renovated Oceanview Villa, Playa Junquillal, Guanacast?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.

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