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The Green House Mint - Ocean View, Private Pool
The Green House - Luxury, Design, Stunning Ocean Views and an Ecological Mindset This Bauhaus Design home combines individuality and luxury. The Green House is situated in the hills above Santa Teresa beach overlooking lush jungle with stunning ocean views. Embedded into nature, its walls of glass and the light architecture almost give the appearance of a house floating in mid-air. Being amidst the tree tops, The Green House is the perfect place to experience the flora and fauna of Costa Rica.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews
Stylish Home • Tropical Pool • Walk to Beach
Experience the laid-back tropical charm of Mal País from our family-friendly home. Start your morning with coffee on the terrace overlooking the garden, then unwind in a poolside hammock beneath the tropical palapa. Mal País beaches and tide pools are a short stroll away, with a grocery store, Italian pizzeria and microbrewery just around the corner. The area’s best surf spots, restaurants, shops and nightlife are only a short drive away. Purified water • Fiber-optic WiFi • Starlink backup
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 357 reviews
Casa Opale : Pool & Ocean View
With years of hosting experience, I've included everything you need to know so you can feel certain—you’ve found the ideal haven at Casa Opale Casa Opale blends comfort with style, providing hotel-like services, daily housekeeping, and a dedicated team to ensure a smooth, restful stay. ★ "We considered so many options, but Casa Opale instantly felt like the right choice." ☞ Daily housekeeping ☞ Private pool with serene views ☞ Just a 5–6 minute drive from Main Street ☞ Visitors possible..
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews
The Rock House: Oceanview w/ Private Infinity Pool
THE ROCK HOUSE is a contemporary style home boasting EXQUISITE VIEWS OF THE PACIFIC. This two-story house sits on a 3 acre hillside property surrounded by the jungle providing a very PRIVATE and TRANQUIL backdrop for your tropical getaway. With beautiful indoor/outdoor design elements and just steps from the INFINITY POOL, the house features a spacious kitchen, dining area, living room and bathroom on the first level and TWO MASTER SUITES with private bathrooms and a balcony upstairs.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews
Mambo's Dream Villa - Endless Coastline View
This newly constructed, modern styled villa is a perfect place to relax and take in the stunning ocean and coastline views. This modern open layout with fully opening bi fold doors will allow you to fully take in paradise but with the comforts of home. Our villa sits on top of the mountain with private gated access only. Our property care takers live on the property to ensure our guests receive the best service, security and are available if needed at anytime. Welcome to paradise!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews
Villa Lasai - Brand New Luxury Villa
Villa Lasai is a 280m² luxury 3 Bedroom vacation home, built on 2 levels and sleeps up to 6 people. Elegantly constructed with a great mix of tropical architecture, styled with materials such as exposed polished concrete and natural stone as the indoor and outdoor areas blend together. Facing the ocean and jungle, enjoy the view from the 25m² saltwater pool. Villa Lasai is conveniently located less than a 3 minute drive to the world-class surfing beaches and downtown Santa Teresa.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
Private Oceanfront Villa | Pool, Year-Round Sunset
Casa Celeste is a private beachfront villa set on 1.5 acres in Mal País, where the ocean, jungle, and sunset meet. Wake to the sound of waves, spend your days between the pool and sea, and end each evening with unobstructed sunset views. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the home opens fully to nature. With daily housekeeping and concierge included. Casa Celeste offers a rare combination of privacy and comfort, located a couple of blocks from Playa Santa Teresa.
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
Casa Atrapasueños (Dream Catcher House) - Epic View Surfer's Paradise
"Casa Atrapasueños" offers a modern design with sweeping ocean and white water views from nearly every vantage point in the house. The house is located within the mar-A-mar gated community, in the center of Santa Teresa directly above the nicest beach and most consistent surf break in town, La Lora. Enjoy stunning sunsets each evening from one of the balconies or while relaxing in the private infinity-edge pool. Perfect for families and couples or group of friends.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Santa Teresa Surf Villa with Sea View and Private Pool
🌿 REST IN THE MIDDLE OF THE JUNGLE, LULLED BY NATURE AND THE OCEAN Perched on the hill just two minutes from the beach, come and relax with family or friends. ✨ The Balinese architecture of our villa offers you: • 3 large bedrooms (2 king beds, 1 queen) • 2 modern bathrooms • A fully equipped kitchen • A private pool • A living room overlooking the lush jungle and the sea 🏄🏽♀️Private surf lesson. 🚤VIP Concierge 🐆 WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews
Villa with private pool Santa Teresa de Cobano
Relax in this quiet and elegant villa, not overlooked, located on the heights of Santa Teresa, 1km above the city center and all its amenities, beach bars restaurants The view of the ocean and its sunset will delight you Access is by ATV or double-drive vehicle preferably You will find 4 bedrooms, king sixteen beds, all with ocean views The kitchen is open and in the center, overlooking the fully private pool Private car park A peaceful oasis
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Romantic Jungle Casita | Ultimate Privacy Retreat
Casita Silencio is an exceptionally private and romantic jungle haven perched above the laid-back village of Mal País beside the Cabo Blanco Nature Reserve. Perfect for honeymooners, it offers sweeping jungle and ocean views and the chance to experience Costa Rica’s wildlife up close, including Capuchin and Howler monkeys and vibrant tropical birds. One of just two secluded casitas on the nine-acre gated estate of Brisas del Cabo.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviews
Purapura _Jungle House w/ pool, walk to beach
JUNGLE HOUSE apartment Beautiful garden and pool level accommodation, with a large terrace, in an unbeatable location in Santa Teresa. Walking distance to the beach, the best restaurants, and shopping. Our Jungle House has a swimming pool that it shares with other guests, with sunset views. A comfortable and centrally located place that gives you everything you need. Only 300 meters from Santa Teresa beach (4-minute walk)
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 317 reviewsPopular amenities for holiday rentals near Playa Mal País
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Studio Cielo 'Lua Villas'
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews
2BR Relaxing oasis near beach, shops, quiet
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews
Cozy 2-Bed Getaway near Santa Teresa w/parking
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews
Condo in Blue Zone with Beach Access
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews
Apt. with garden and pool in top location
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
Bluezonehousehermosa
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 44 reviews
Walk to Ocean | King Bed + Pickleball & Golf Fun
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews
Azul Nature 2nd floor Condo by beach
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsFamily-friendly house rentals

Shanti Paradise. ocean view terrace/AC /Pool
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 347 reviews
Casa Tina - New 3 Min Walk to Beach Home
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews
TOP Airbnb 7+ •Private Pool & Beach •24/7 Security
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews
Art House: Epic Ocean Views, Roof Deck & Pool
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
House in center Santa Teresa with private pool
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews
House in private compound! Walk to Beach. AC-WiFi
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
Studio Aloha
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Aysana Jungle House – Ocean View 5 mn to St Teresa
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviewsApartment rentals with air conditioning

Amazing "OCEAN" View Walk to the beach *1
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 309 reviews
Private Studios w/ access to the pool Shark Town
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews
New studio, Ocean view, 5 min walk to the beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews
Two bedroom loft in Santa Teresa. Great Location!
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews
Sunrise Studio at Taru Rentals *Ocean Views*
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 248 reviews
Villa Amapola-Villas Solar, Walk to Beach/Surf
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 145 reviews
Surfside Studio- 2 min walk to the beach
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 309 reviews
Lovely studio - Great food & surf on the doorstep!
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviewsOther great holiday rentals near Playa Mal País

Villa Melody- Center of Santa Teresa beach
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Jungle Oasis w/ Pool - walk to beach – Sea Monkey
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews
The OPAM Camper
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviews
Private Hilltop Villa · Panoramic Ocean View
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews
Q HOUSE - unique luxury villa with ocean view
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews
Dreamy 3BR Villa across from Beach-Pet Friendly
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Amazing Oceanview 5BRVilla ~ Pool ~ Luxury&Design!
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews
Ocean View Dream Casita - Mal Pais of Santa Teresa
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews




