House in Panama
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
"Casa Bella, Playa Chiquita" is the ideal spot to relax with friends and family. Gorgeous pool and stunning gardens. Excellent restaurants and beaches just steps away. Just read the reviews from our many satisfied guests!
Weekly and Monthly discounts available!
***Oct/Nov 2026 we will be closed to remodel Casa Bella, making the main house a truly luxurious home away from home! This will include creating a new, interior staircase so the upstairs will be accessed from inside the house, while also creating a flex space off the master bedroom that can be used as a walk-in closet or a nursery for an infant. It will be equipped with a crib. The upstairs will also gain square footage and have a cozy sitting area with loveseats for guests to lounge on.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to Casa Bella!!! Relax in the newly renovated Living/Dining area and watch toucans, sloths and blue butterflies in the one-acre private tropical gardens of Casa Bella.
Splash around in the 7 X 12 meter pristine, sparking private swimming pool. Lounge on the covered pool deck. Grill on the 40" gas BBQ.
Looking for unique activities? Ask about Salsa Lessons by the pool, unique culinary experiences brought to you, chocolate spa treatments or chocolate making experiences, beach bonfires, kayaking or SUPing, night snorkeling, jungle hikes, waterfalls, tea ceremonies, breathwork/meditation/yoga by the pool... we can help plan your perfect vacation!
This recently built house combines the comforts of western living with the ease of the Caribbean indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Tropical hardwoods, beautiful design and modern amenities make Casa Bella a dream destination.
From the airy and bright living room/dining room you enter the spacious modern kitchen, with its full-sized fridge, stove/oven and double sink. The kitchen comes equipped with cookware and dishware.
On the main floor there are two bedrooms with A/C, queen sized beds, private ensuite bathrooms with hot water showers, fans, and shelving for storing clothing.
Go up the external spiral staircase from the pool-side deck to a breezy loft that can be added to accommodate up to 5 people. At the top of the loft's spiral stairs is a wide balcony where you can recline in a hammock and take in the canopy view. Inside the loft is an open living area with queen-sized bed, kitchenette, safe, fan, closet and three piece bathroom. There are also three single beds, perfect for kids.
Just across the pool from Casa Bella are Casita Bonita and Casita Sol.
Newly renovated! Casita Bonita (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) has a kitchen on the deck and two suites, each with a queen bed, a sitting area with a comfortable love seat and chair, wall sconces and overhead lighting, ceiling fan, and a bathroom (sleeps 4).
Casita Sol has one bedroom (queen bed and single bed), one bathroom, a full kitchen, and hammock-strung second-story balcony (sleeps 3).
A tropical sanctuary, the lot at Casa Bella has fruit trees, flowering bushes, palm trees, ylang-ylang, open spaces and shady zones. We often have howler monkeys and sloths visiting, and if you look up you can catch a parrot or toucan party in our trees or see the macaws flapping by.
The house is on both municipal and well water systems. Water is abundant and clean.
There is secure parking for up to 4 cars at the rear of the house.
From the lot is a 3-minute walk to the public access path to Playa Chiquita Beach, rated the best (and prettiest) beach on this coast! The path is another 2-3 minute walk down to the beach. Playa Chiquita Beach is partly sheltered by an off-shore reef making sections of it kid-friendly. With a series of sandy coves you can splash and swim on calm days, or wade and wallow in the coral fringed pools that decorate the points.
Centrally located in Playa Chiquita Village, near groceries and restaurants, Casa Bella is tucked away in its private spot a mere 1-minute walk from the main road.
Trusted Host. We are at our house on a nearby property and happy to help you find what you need in Playa Chiquita and beyond. We are very approachable and full of local knowledge.
Playa Chiquita is a safe small village 5km south of Puerto Viejo, Limon. People come here all year round to view wildlife and experience the Caribbean culture through music, food, and the colorful character of the region.
We are famous for having the most beautiful and serene beaches on the coast. You can stroll down the coast in either direction all the way to Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo, and beyond along unpopulated stretches of beach.
El Duende Gourmet, the grocer 5-minutes-walk from Casa Bella, is fully stocked with dry goods, dairy, meat, fresh produce, cold beer and a good selection of wine and liquor. Check out the fresh baked goods by the entrance. Bread, croissants, pan au chocolate, donuts, pita, strudels, pizzas, and empanandas delivered fresh daily!
There are 8+ restaurants in Playa Chiquita. Our favorites are Pura Gula, Gypsea Cafe and Lounge, and the two woodfire pizza restaurants! A little further down the coast toward Puerto Viejo is Spicy Coconut, a new favorite with excellent fusion food, great location on the beach, and fantastic service.
There are two bike rental shops, and on Fridays, Saturdays, and Wednesdays there is a fresh produce market, as well as a couple of pop-up produce stands where local farmers sell their wares.
** The two bedrooms on the main floor of the main house have A/C. All other rooms and common spaces have high-power ceiling fans.
**Enhanced between stay cleaning protocols. Cleanings done by a professional cleaning company. Safe neighborhood, secure property!!!
** PRIVACY: We only book to one group at a time, so the casitas will remain empty if your group is smaller and you don't book those spaces.
** PRICING: Please put in the correct number of people in your group for accurate pricing. If you wish to add or subtract people later, no problem, the system will automatically recalculate the price.
**If you see CA before the $ sign in your quote, that indicates the price being quoted is in Canadian dollars.
Weekly and Monthly discounts available!
***Oct/Nov 2026 we will be closed to remodel Casa Bella, making the main house a truly luxurious home away from home! This will include creating a new, interior staircase so the upstairs will be accessed from inside the house, while also creating a flex space off the master bedroom that can be used as a walk-in closet or a nursery for an infant. It will be equipped with a crib. The upstairs will also gain square footage and have a cozy sitting area with loveseats for guests to lounge on.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Welcome to Casa Bella!!! Relax in the newly renovated Living/Dining area and watch toucans, sloths and blue butterflies in the one-acre private tropical gardens of Casa Bella.
Splash around in the 7 X 12 meter pristine, sparking private swimming pool. Lounge on the covered pool deck. Grill on the 40" gas BBQ.
Looking for unique activities? Ask about Salsa Lessons by the pool, unique culinary experiences brought to you, chocolate spa treatments or chocolate making experiences, beach bonfires, kayaking or SUPing, night snorkeling, jungle hikes, waterfalls, tea ceremonies, breathwork/meditation/yoga by the pool... we can help plan your perfect vacation!
This recently built house combines the comforts of western living with the ease of the Caribbean indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Tropical hardwoods, beautiful design and modern amenities make Casa Bella a dream destination.
From the airy and bright living room/dining room you enter the spacious modern kitchen, with its full-sized fridge, stove/oven and double sink. The kitchen comes equipped with cookware and dishware.
On the main floor there are two bedrooms with A/C, queen sized beds, private ensuite bathrooms with hot water showers, fans, and shelving for storing clothing.
Go up the external spiral staircase from the pool-side deck to a breezy loft that can be added to accommodate up to 5 people. At the top of the loft's spiral stairs is a wide balcony where you can recline in a hammock and take in the canopy view. Inside the loft is an open living area with queen-sized bed, kitchenette, safe, fan, closet and three piece bathroom. There are also three single beds, perfect for kids.
Just across the pool from Casa Bella are Casita Bonita and Casita Sol.
Newly renovated! Casita Bonita (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) has a kitchen on the deck and two suites, each with a queen bed, a sitting area with a comfortable love seat and chair, wall sconces and overhead lighting, ceiling fan, and a bathroom (sleeps 4).
Casita Sol has one bedroom (queen bed and single bed), one bathroom, a full kitchen, and hammock-strung second-story balcony (sleeps 3).
A tropical sanctuary, the lot at Casa Bella has fruit trees, flowering bushes, palm trees, ylang-ylang, open spaces and shady zones. We often have howler monkeys and sloths visiting, and if you look up you can catch a parrot or toucan party in our trees or see the macaws flapping by.
The house is on both municipal and well water systems. Water is abundant and clean.
There is secure parking for up to 4 cars at the rear of the house.
From the lot is a 3-minute walk to the public access path to Playa Chiquita Beach, rated the best (and prettiest) beach on this coast! The path is another 2-3 minute walk down to the beach. Playa Chiquita Beach is partly sheltered by an off-shore reef making sections of it kid-friendly. With a series of sandy coves you can splash and swim on calm days, or wade and wallow in the coral fringed pools that decorate the points.
Centrally located in Playa Chiquita Village, near groceries and restaurants, Casa Bella is tucked away in its private spot a mere 1-minute walk from the main road.
Trusted Host. We are at our house on a nearby property and happy to help you find what you need in Playa Chiquita and beyond. We are very approachable and full of local knowledge.
Playa Chiquita is a safe small village 5km south of Puerto Viejo, Limon. People come here all year round to view wildlife and experience the Caribbean culture through music, food, and the colorful character of the region.
We are famous for having the most beautiful and serene beaches on the coast. You can stroll down the coast in either direction all the way to Puerto Viejo, Manzanillo, and beyond along unpopulated stretches of beach.
El Duende Gourmet, the grocer 5-minutes-walk from Casa Bella, is fully stocked with dry goods, dairy, meat, fresh produce, cold beer and a good selection of wine and liquor. Check out the fresh baked goods by the entrance. Bread, croissants, pan au chocolate, donuts, pita, strudels, pizzas, and empanandas delivered fresh daily!
There are 8+ restaurants in Playa Chiquita. Our favorites are Pura Gula, Gypsea Cafe and Lounge, and the two woodfire pizza restaurants! A little further down the coast toward Puerto Viejo is Spicy Coconut, a new favorite with excellent fusion food, great location on the beach, and fantastic service.
There are two bike rental shops, and on Fridays, Saturdays, and Wednesdays there is a fresh produce market, as well as a couple of pop-up produce stands where local farmers sell their wares.
** The two bedrooms on the main floor of the main house have A/C. All other rooms and common spaces have high-power ceiling fans.
**Enhanced between stay cleaning protocols. Cleanings done by a professional cleaning company. Safe neighborhood, secure property!!!
** PRIVACY: We only book to one group at a time, so the casitas will remain empty if your group is smaller and you don't book those spaces.
** PRICING: Please put in the correct number of people in your group for accurate pricing. If you wish to add or subtract people later, no problem, the system will automatically recalculate the price.
**If you see CA before the $ sign in your quote, that indicates the price being quoted is in Canadian dollars.
Amenities at Gorgeous Pool + Gardens Steps from Beach--Ideal Family Getaway in Prime Location
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Panama
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Our group of five couples felt right at home here (and there was housing for another). The host’s (Erinn) welcome and instructions were pleasant and helpful. The home and casitas were beautiful- as were the pool, the poolside area and garden. Two washers and dryers helped us catch up on laundry. We had a great time despite unusually cool, wet weather. Thank you, Erinn!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Great loation, great house, great house.Left with loads of special memories, house has loads of wildlife in the actual garden, and surrounding area.Ideal location, peaceful but close to beach and all amenities.Loved the pool!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Erinn was a perfect host, explained the property and area to us. We would recommend this property to others
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
When you see that this VRBO has such high ratings, there is a reason. It was fabulous! The property is as beautiful as the pictures. You are tucked into the jungle, but within walking distance to a grocery store, roadside market, restaurants, and the beach. The walking path to the beach is even magical. The landscaping on the property is a vacation all on its own. We saw monkeys, a cute agouti family, beautiful birds and butterflies, and even a sloth. We went in the "rainy season" (June) and were a bit nervious about what that would look like, but that was even magical. It rained everyday, but not for very long, and I kept talking videos off the back porch, because it was so beautiful, warm, and relaxing. We took a dance class on the back patio with a local lady that Erinn recommended. The house was open, comfortable, and felt in harmony with the beauty of the property. You will see this in other reviews, but Erinn was amazing too. You can tell that she really cares about the time you are having and wants you to feel welcome. She truly goes above and beyond in so many ways. And lastly, I debated going to the Pacific side, or the Carribean side of Costa Rica. I haven't been to the Pacific side yet, but the richness of culture, the natural beauty, the variety of scenery, the friendliness of the locals, the food...even the drive down from San Jose was incredible. We just fell in love with this area, and Casa Bonita was the beautiful home-base of our adventures. Grateful!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(102 Ratings)
"Our group of five couples felt right at home here (and there was housing for another). The host’s (Erinn) welcome and instructions were pleasant and helpful. The home and casitas were beautiful- as we..."
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