In the charming coastal town of Playa Potrero, Costa Rica, Casa Royal offers a luxurious beachfront retreat with every room just steps from the ocean. Savor local cuisine prepared by an on-site cook and enjoy moonlit dinners on the expansive balcony with gentle ocean breezes.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14557 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal
Welcome to Casa Royal, your dream beachfront retreat in Playa Potrero, Costa Rica! This stunning 7-bedroom, 4.5-bath home is your ticket to a perfect blend of luxury and relaxation.
Indulge in the ultimate vacation experience with the ocean just steps away from every room, allowing you to immerse yourself in the soothing sound of waves. Enjoy moonlit dinners on the expansive balcony, where the gentle ocean breeze adds to the ambiance.
Our skilled cook is at your service from Monday to Saturday, treating you to delectable local cuisine. Your stay includes the preparation of two daily meals, with only the cost of ingredients being an additional consideration.
Conveniently located near restaurants, shops, and a grocery store, Casa Royal ensures you have everything at your fingertips. Take leisurely walks on the beach, reaching Flamingo in just 15 minutes, or simply unwind with long swims in the sea. Top off your day with a favorite cocktail while witnessing a breathtaking sunset right before your eyes a true ocean lover's paradise!
The house has undergone complete renovations in June 2016 and again at the end of 2022, ensuring a fresh and modern atmosphere.
Embrace the charm of Casa Royal, where luxury, convenience, and the allure of the ocean come together for an unforgettable vacation experience!
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Please note:
The primary guest must be 21 or older to book.
This property is intended for responsible groups. Parties, events, and party-focused stays are not permitted.
For check-in, the main guest must be present, and ID verification is needed.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
7 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Shower
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
DVD player
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Safe
Location highlights
In a village
Near the bay
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Please note that if you cancel up to 60 days before arrival, we will charge a $10 processing fee to refund funds.
Please note, that the main guest must be 21 or older to rent our property - thank you.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Optional extras
High chair fee: USD 30 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
About the neighborhood
Located in Tempate, this villa is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Monkey Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Potrero travel guide
Does Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal located?
Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Potrero Bay and Playa Potrero. Flamingo Beach is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.
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Beachfront Potrero: nice 7-BR villa, chef included - Casa Royal Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Fantastic yard and pool, beach was right through the back gate. Loved the chef (Rita) and night-time security guard was very friendly. Home was spacious, kitchen well-stocked.
helen h.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet
Oct 24, 2024
Perfect Family Getaway
The house, the outdoor space, the pool, the beach, the location and most of all Rita the Chef!!!!!
Janet
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie
Oct 24, 2024
family vacation at Casa Royal
perfect location. very comfortable home. Rita, our chef, made the vacation perfect!
house is outdated
Beautiful house, great location. Pool is awesome, Beach is perfect and private and walk into town! Loved every minute.
Highlight is Rita, the chef. Cooked us fabulous breakfasts and dinners almost every day.
House was great!! We had 12 people and had plenty of space for us to all hangout. The cook Riata is a wonderful cook. Every meal was delicious. We all had a wonderful time.
Melannie B.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kostas
Oct 24, 2024
Pictures don’t do the house justice
The house is amazing. Great location on the beach. Home was wonderful and Rita (the cook) OMG. Great meals every night.
Nothing. Perfection
Best vacation ever! The staff, concierge and drivers were amazing. The house and yard are lovely. We really enjoyed the pool and sunsets on the veranda. I love that it was so well stocked with everything from kitchen basics to hair dryers. The two washers and dryers were put to good use. But the very best part was having Rita feed us two delicious meals each day. Better than ANY restaurant.
valerie h.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brian
Sep 24, 2024
Pura vida at casa royal
Our family of 14 enjoyed every minute at Casa Royal. We had a wide range of ages in our group, and all had an equally amazing time. The proximity to the beach, the market and other nearby activities was great. And what can I say about our chef, Rita. She is very talented and provided a restaurant quality experience with a soulful and heartfelt touch. She made our trip the memorable experience it was.
Not a thing.
Brian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lora
Oct 24, 2024
Gorgeous property
The home was just beautiful. Waterfront gorgeous landscape. Sunsets. Out door patio amazing.
A few minor things. One sink in master the drain would not open. Would be nice to have kayaks or bikes. Would be nice to proceed a few condiments like coffee etc.
Wonderful! Clean and well kept. Close access to the small town restaurants, bars, brewery, market, etc.
the grounds were beautiful. Ocean provided magnificent sunsets and daily joy. Pool worked well for 10 adults.
We felt safe the entire time.
Michelle and Teresita made planning, checking in, and checking out a breeze. Rita the chef was great!
Highly recommend.
Kristin L.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jim
Feb 10, 2025
Paradise
There were 13 in our group. The house was perfect for our group. The location was great, We could walk everywhere ever though we had a 6 person golfcart. The house was perfect and we really enjoyed eating our meals on the porch everyday. The pool was warm and sunny and the yard provided just the right amount of shade when you needed it. The beach in front of the house was great and we rarely saw anyone on the beach. But the jewel of the house was Rita, the cook. Everyone was very helpful and accommodating as far as setting up excursions. Thanks again and we will be back.
Jim
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michelle
Oct 24, 2024
Perfect beach getaway!
The location of the house on Playa Potrero was away from the crowds of places like Tamarindo but had enough activities and places around to stay as busy as we wanted. Dealing with the concierge, Maria, at Tropical Homes, was what made the trip over the top, arranging anything/everything we wanted to do.
It's more of a culture thing, but it is an extremely cash intense place. While safe, the need to carry around tons of cash because of the lack of acceptance of other forms of payment (credit card, for instance) made it a little cumbersome.
Michelle
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rachael
Oct 24, 2024
Awesome rental for a large group
This house was perfect for our group of 13. Walking distance to restaurants, a market & massages on the beach. We LOVED having Rita & her daughter cook for us each day. It was such a nice service & a surprisingly good value. Margue the concierge was extremely helpful at coordinating transfers & excursions & super quick at answering any questions we had. We found the heat mid-day to be a little oppressive but loved hanging out on our covered front patio with fans it was comfortable for our morning coffee or evening wine. Definitely a highlight of the house. We would highly recommend this house!
Very pleased with property. We had stayed there in 2019 also. A couple disappointments, only four lounge chairs around pool. Pictures show 5. Two of them were pretty worn. We had 11 adults so four lounge chairs did not work well. Although the property had added beach chairs since our last visit so we used those around pool.Rita the chef was really special!!! Her good was outstanding! Also the landscaping was tired and not well kept.
Jill T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Crista
Oct 24, 2024
Amazing views and location
The house was better than the pictures! We had 8 adults and 7 kids at the house, there was plenty of room and the outside living space is amazing! The outdoor table fit our whole family. Kitchen was well equipped. Beach front was very swimmable for the kids . We walked to several restaurants and bars all were kid friendly. We will be back!!
The road directly in front of the house is unfinished, but don't let that scare you off. The living room couch upstairs is very awkward, and not really a good place to hang inside for a large group, lucky the weather was so amazing we spent most of our time on the outside furniture which was very comfortable.
Crista
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura
Oct 24, 2024
Idyllic beachfront home
This was a beautiful home, very spacious and well-equipped with a fantastic location right on the beach. The pool and backyard were very well maintained and the views from the upper balcony were incredible with the most amazing sunsets. Plenty of space for our party of 8. Protrero was much quieter than some of the other nearby towns but still had plenty of restaurants. The Costa Rica Sailing Club was a 2 minute walk from the house where you could rent sail boats, paddle boards, and kayaks, and organize boat/sailing/fishing trips. Would absolutely stay here again!
A small drinks refrigerator downstairs would be nice. Upstairs sofas are really weird and uncomfortable. Water is switched in most rooms, which took a while to figure out. In the garage, the red faucet was cold and blue, hot so our first load of 'cold' laundry was run with very hot water.
Laura
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jane
Feb 12, 2024
A Private Paradise
This house, as well as the entire property was SO beautiful and perfect for our large family! We do a big family vacation every year and have stayed at some gorgeous properties that we did not think we could ever beat, but Casa Royal did just that. From the cleanliness of the house, the layout of the house, the outdoor space, pool, stunning ocean views and the lush palm trees, flowers, fruit trees and yard! The pictures cant' quite capture the beauty, you just have to see it. The beach is never crowded and has wonderful sunsets. The updated security system worked great and we always felt very safe. We loved the location on Potrero beach. It's on a dirt road with several other very nice houses, each one private. As previous reviews state, Rita, the private chef, goes above and beyond what anyone would expect. She shops for the groceries required to prepare the food you request, she cooks meals that taste better than any restaurant we tried and then cleans the entire kitchen! And even better, the cost for having her cook was much less than going out. The management company was very helpful from the first contact and followed through with arranging tours and transportation for us. Don't hesitate to stay at this private paradise!
No improvements necessary!
My friends and I had an absolute in Costa Rica thanks in part to this property. When we weren't out on adventures we were at the house running from the pool to the ocean to the outdoor showers and back to the pool again.
The neighborhood is a little sleepy -- not much going on during the week but that means privacy, quiet, and a chill beach where you're not overwhelmed by people and jet skis. Just a short walk up the beach there is a sailing center where you can rent kayaks and SUPs, as well as a massage tent (they'll come to the house!). Book a fishing charter or sunset cruise and if the weather is nice enough the boat will pick you up and drop you off right at the house.
Rent golf carts and take them to Playa Brasilito where you can ride horses, rent jet skis, snorkel, and more.
If you are lucky enough to get Rita as your cook you will not be disappointed. She handled all of our dietary restrictions without complaint, and we asked her to get creative. She made the most wonderful vegan desserts, and used fish we'd caught in the morning to make sashimi and ceviche. She made delicious empanadas and homemade tortillas. One of the highlights of the trip and way cheaper than eating at restaurants.
There were always plenty of towels and housecleaning came a few times during the week, and internet service was excellent.
I would absolutely stay here again!
Casa Royal was perfect for our family of 14! The property was gorgeous and Rita was amazing. Only negative was the family room couch. Not very comfortable.Other than that 5 stars!!!We would go back!
property was perfect for our family stay. we lived the pool and beach. wonderful outdoor spaces to hang out. Best of all was our chef. Rita made the trip so relaxing. excellent meals!
House was awesome! Pool and backyard are as good as advertised and shown in pictures. Beach and sandy ocean just a few steps away. Rita was the best part of the trip, as we relaxed and she prepared two great meals every day.