NEW LISTING – never listed before for short-term rentals. Beautiful 2-bedroom/1-bathroom open concept one-story home with meticulously maintained gardens, private pool (shared with just two other two-bedroom units), modern security with smart locks/keyless entry, nearby restaurants, just 600 steps to the lovely beach at Playa Junquillal. The space Consider this your personal oasis with everything you need under one roof. Perfect place to relax and unwind if you seek tranquility, or just to take a break from the messy details of life. Includes many amenities not found at other nearby locations. This charming family getaway sits just 600 steps from the Pacific Ocean in Playa Junquillal, Guanacaste; a province famed for sunshine, surfing, fishing, eco-adventures and incredible breathtaking natural beauty. Both of the spacious bedrooms feature a queen bed for two with shared full bathroom with shower. The living room area has two futons which turn into double beds. Thoroughly furnished with local hardwood furniture wood and beautiful original art. Granite kitchen fully loaded with everything you need to cook except the food (which you can get from the fairly-priced supermarket nearby). Ideal for a family looking for luxury, seclusion, and safety all at a moderate price. This unit has a large covered patio and a well-equipped kitchen with custom cabinetry, full-size stainless steel refrigerator, modern stove/oven, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, blender, silverware, plates, mixing bowls, cups, glasses, pots, pans, etc. The gorgeous bean-shaped pool has a three-foot deep section for children and a five-foot deep section adults with lights for night-time swimming. Several outdoor lounge chairs and a large covered rancho enable you to relax by the pool. Plenty of beach/pool towels and an outdoor shower ensure that you are always clean and dry when entering the house. Speaking of clean and dry, our full-equipped laundry room with full-size washer/dryer will ensure that you are able to have clean clothes throughout your stay and for your return home. Your peaceful relaxation here will be interrupted only by a wonderful variety of tropical birds and the monkeys which often visit the nearby trees. Located just 1.5 hours south of the Guanacaste Airport in Liberia, 30 minutes from the endless amenities of Playa Tamarindo and only 15 minutes from the world-famous surf breaks of Playa Negra and Playa Avellanas, Casa Mariposa is your convenient “home away from home” in Costa Rica. Notable Amenities include: - Keyless entry and smart locks. You'll be provided a unique door code for entry that will function for the duration of your stay. No meetup for key exchange is necessary. - Modern security systems, although the entire area including Pariaso, Playa Junquillal, and Playa Blanca is very safe. - Exclusive access to private pool, gym, and garden picnic area shared with just two other 2-bedroom units - Full-sized clothes washer/dryer in shared laundry room - Two AC units: one in each of the bedrooms. No additional charge. But please turn it off when you leave! - 100 Mb/sec fiber optic internet with mesh WiFi coverage throughout the entire property Nearby Activities - Surfing – nearby Playa Negra and Playa Avellanas offer amazing surf for a variety of skill levels - Snorkeling – nearby Playa Blanca and Playa Callejones feature tidal pools that are a treat for the youngster with his first mask or anyone who loves to see the variety of rockfish and other creatures in the sea. South of Junquillal is San Juanillo; a calm white sand harbor that is a dream to snorkel for both amateur and accomplished snorkelers alike. - Turtle Hatching – VerdiAzul is a local organization whose mission is to increase the success rate for turtle eggs laid on Playa Junquillal. If your timing is lucky, you may be able to see a release of baby turtles into the ocean! - Canopy Tours/Horseback Riding – Pura Aventura is located just 15 minutes away from Junquillal, the Canopy consist of 11 cables and a swinging bridge and rappel at the end. You can also have a horseback riding tour throughout their farm. - Golf – only 20 minutes away from Hacienda Pinilla, the 18 hole championship golf course is waiting for you. - Plus nearby options for fishing, sailing, yoga, mountain biking, spa/massage treatments and so much more! If you are looking for a vacation getaway with beautiful views, peace, tranquility, long beach walks, and great family activities, look no further. Playa Junquillal has the Ecological Blue Flag status, given to only the cleanest beaches in Costa Rica. At Casa Mariposa, the sea breeze brings an endless supply of fresh air and incoming waves provide constant music. To spend a vacation here will be a therapeutic, life-changing experience for you and your family. Please note that with the solid Spanish Mediterranean steel reinforced concrete building style of our community, this style of home does not typically come equipped with smoke or carbon monoxide detector. Instead, for a grease or kitchen fire, the common best practice for this region is the fire extinguisher located under the kitchen sink. Carbon monoxide is not produced in this building. We may decide to handle this differently in the future; this is the current update. Guest access You'll be provided with codes to the lock boxes and smart locks which will gain you access to the keys that you will use for the duration of your stay. The smart lock code will only function for the duration of your reservation. Other things to note If you are traveling with small children, please note, the house is not baby-proofed. Parents need to keep an eye on their little ones. Set in a quiet neighborhood off of Calle Esperanza in the peaceful town of Junquillal, this location is made up mostly of friendly Costa Ricans (Ticos) and delightful Canadian expats. Parking is available onsite within the locked grounds. The town is also walkable with the beach 600 steps away, multiple restaurants 300-500 meters away, and groceries 800 meters away. The bus route for longer journeys (e.g. to/from Santa Cruz) has a bus stop 200 meters from the house.