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And to make your Costa Rica travel planning even easier, here's a list of the Top Rent Our Costa Rica condo blog posts:

10. 14 Best Restaurants in Playas del Coco

9. Costa Rica Airport - Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport of Liberia

8. Driving and Car Rentals in Costa Rica

7. Rent Our Costa Rica Condo in Playas del Coco

6. Wildlife Viewing in Costa Rica

5. Enjoy a Refreshing Costa Rica Pina Colada!

4. Tico Times: Liberia

3. Top Restaurants in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica

2. Best Beaches in Costa Rica: Nicoya Peninsula

and now for our Rent Our Costa Rica Condo number 1 blog post, drum roll, please....

1. Costa Rica Weather!!!

Cheers,

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Dreaming of Costa Rica?

Photo Courtesy of Marvin Garcia, Mardigi Tours

Is your dream vacation to visit Costa Rica? How about visiting Costa Rica on a budget? While we can't help with airfare (although we an provide a list of airlines flying into Costa Rica) we can offer you a great deal on the best affordable condo with beautiful ocean views in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica!

Where is Playas del Coco?
Playas del Coco is a small fishing village with shops & restaurants in the northwestern province of Guanacaste on the Pacific Ocean. It's just west of Costa Rica's second largest international airport, Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport in Liberia, about 20 minutes from our condo.

About Our Condo

Our condo is located in a small, quiet complex of only 17 units (not like you'll find with some other bustling condo developments in Playas del Coco). It's a 2-story condo that offers views of the beautiful Pacific Ocean and Tortuga Island from the second-floor bedroom balcony or the spacious rooftop terrace, that also offers mountain views to the back of the property.

Our condo offers a pool just 7 steps down from our door! We have spacious 10-foot-high ceilings that create an airy feeling, plus it's fully air-conditioned throughout to keep you cool and comfortable during your stay. We have a custom kitchen featuring Costa Rican wood cabinets, granite countertops and all the necessities. There's a dining room (plus a shared poolside dining area) and a living area. We offer a safe for personal belongings, a flat-screen TV and of course, free WI-Fi! The bedroom features a plush pillow-top bed so you can get a restful night's sleep after a day of fun in the Costa Rican sun.

Please Note: We have several sets of stairs leading up to our condo, plus a roof top terrace that's accessed by a spiral staircase, so unfortunately if stairs don't work for you, our condo may sadly not be the best fit :(

How Affordable is Our Condo?
We purchased our condo in 2011 and are proud to say we've never raised the rates! During high season, November to March inclusive, our rates are as follows:

$75 (US) per night, with a 3-night minimum stay
$400 (US) per week
$1,100 (US) per month

Things to Do in Playas del Coco

Photo Courtesy of Marvin Garcia, Mardigi Tours

Essentially everything you've imagined doing in Costa Rica can be accessed while staying at our condo - and just think of all the money you'll save so you can enjoy more snorkeling, scuba diving, beach combing, horseback riding, mountain biking, sea kayaking and sunset sailing. Within an hours' drive, you'll find turtle watching, zip-lining, white water rafting, surfing, bird watching and even Parque Volcan Rincon de la Vieja, with its' steamy volcano. And, we can help you arrange any tours you'd like with our friends at Mardigi Tours!

Want More Information About Playas del Coco & Rent Our Costa Rica Condo?

Our website is chock full of information for visitors including weather, finding the best beaches, driving tips and car rentals in Costa Rica and general fast facts. Check them out! If you have any questions, please just ask ;)

Email us today at: rentourcostaricacondo@gmail.com. Wondering if our condo is available for your chosen dates? It's just a click away to find out by checking Our Availability.

Pura vida! 🐵
Ed & Connie

And remember, during Green Season (April to October) in Costa Rica, it's the time to save big on our condo, with rates as low as USD $25 per night!!

Manuel Antonio National Park

Manuel Antonio

One of the most scenic drives we enjoyed in Costa Rica was traveling south inland and then down the coast from our ocean-view condo in Playas del Coco to stunningly beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park.

The first thing we notice along the way was the increasing heat and humidity as we left the relative comfort of the northern climate in Guanacaste. It's perfect that the drive allowed us to climatized as we went. And don't be fooled, the 365-km journey took us a good day to drive. Read: Driving and Car Rentals in Costa Rica.

Gaia Hotel & Reserve

When we visited Manuel Antonio, we were lucky enough to stay at the chic, boutique Gaia Hotel & Reserve, an amazing eco-friendly 5-star boutique hotel experience. This gorgeous terraced property offers gourmet dining and 24/7 room service, as well as a spa, a gym and an inviting outdoor pool, which we had to ourselves every evening. Heavenly! And since award-winning Gaia is located on a private nature reserve, we also took the complimentary guided tour to explore the properties trails while viewing orchids and wildlife.

Gaia Hotel & Reserve Studio

We left the resort and followed our GPS map of Costa Rica while driving to the Manuel Antonio National Park entrance. Here we were bombarded by ticos (locals) yelling at us to 'Park here! Park here!', and as it was a little confusing as to where the road did actually end, we parked in one of theses lots with the yellers. In the end it was safe and secure, which is all that really mattered to us.

Although Manuel Antonio National Park is the country's smallest national park, it packs a big punch into a small space of 1,983 hectares (7.66 square miles). It's rugged natural beauty and 4 beaches tucked beneath the lush green mangroves is as about at pristine and gorgeous as it gets. The only thing that really got to me was the incredible heat after having been in the north and then in an air-conditioned vehicle for hours on end. There were families having picnics, hikers everywhere and just a few people actually enjoying the ocean waters including a handful of surfers.

Manuel Antonio National Park

Surrounded by tropical rainforest, Manuel Antonio National Park is home to 4 species of monkeys, 109 species of mammals and 184 bird species. It's important to note that the park is open from 7:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., and is closed on Mondays. The admission fee is USD $16 per adult, while children 11 and under are free. The park offers swimming areas, lookout points and washrooms/showers. Local guides are available for tours at a cost of $51 per adult and $35 per child. Oh, and once you've left the park, you're ticket becomes invalid. So in other words, don't leave the park to have lunch and expect to get back in without paying another entrance fee. Read: Wildlife Viewing in Costa Rica.

Quepos is a bustling, former banana-driven town that's a seaside neighbor to Manuel Antonio. It's streets are full of restaurants, including popular sodas, along with shops and casinos. There's also a new marina full of huge to-die-for yachts. The only tricky part we experienced was consistently finding the turn off road to get to our hotel on the hillside, which took more than a few attempts on one occasion but of course, was more than worth our temporary confusion.

For more information or to make your reservation at Gaia, visit Gaia Hotel & Reserve and Manuel Antonio National Park.

And remember, you can Rent Our Costa Rica Condo for as low as USD $25 per night in the Green season (April through October)!!

Pura vida!
Ed & Connie

Corcovado National Park

From our ocean-view condo in Playas del Coco, Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula, is approximately 600 km south, or more than a good days drive. Read: Driving and Car Rentals in Costa Rica.

As one of the top tourist attractions in Costa Rica, Corcovado National Park is known as one of the most tropical biodiverse areas in the world, and is the largest national park in the country.

"If you visit only one place in Costa Rica, Corcovado National Park should probably be it." - RentOurCostaRicaCondo.com

Why? Because tthis beautiful 48,000-hectare park (185-square miles) offers everything quintessential when you think of Costa Rica: mountain rainforests; jungles; beaches; mangrove swamps; hiking trails; and wildlife including jaguars and tapirs, as well as squirrel monkeys, scarlet macaws and giant anteaters. You may even glimpse an elusive electric blue morpho butterfly as it passes by... Be sure to read: Wildlife Viewing in Costa Rica.

Costa Rican President Guillermo Solis recently traveled to Corcovado to inaugurate new buildings within the park which will include a new visitor's center, new bathrooms, along with picnic areas and camping improvements.

For more information on Corcovado National Park, visit Sistema Nacional de Areas de Conservacion Costa Rica (SINAC).

And remember, you can Rent Our Costa Rica Condo for as low as USD $25 per night in the Green season (April through October)!!

Pura vida!
Ed & Connie
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5 Things You Need to Know When Renting a Condo In Costa Rica

🌴5 Things You Need to Know About Renting a Condo In Costa Rica🌴

When you're thinking about renting a condo in Costa Rica, it's easy to get lost in the myriad of choices. We decided to make a list of the frequently asked questions we had before making our first trip to Costa Rica and thought it might be useful to you.

So here it is, our list of 5 Things You Need to Know About Renting a Condo In Costa Rica (as they apply to our condo in Playas del Coco, Guanacaste, for simplicity's sake):

Location, location, location.

This is a relatively easy one - what do you want to do when you're in Costa Rica? If you narrow down the activities and experiences you'd like to have, it will much easier to pick a destination. The Guanacaste area offers so many things to do: excellent surfing, fishing, scuba diving, monkey-viewing, a variety of different sand beaches, turtle watching and so much more. But when it comes to location, you'll also need to ask how far away is the condo from:

the airport? 20-minutes by transfer/bus/taxi.
the beach? 5-minutes by taxi, USD$4
shopping, grocery stores and restaurants? 5-minutes by taxi, 15-20 minute walk

Amenities, amenities, amenities.

Here's a list of amenities and services that we offer at our condo - asking about these items can be useful when considering any vacation rental. Our condo sleeps 4 people (2 on a king-sized pillow top bed in the upstairs master bedroom with private bath and 2 on the downstairs living room futon with main bath)

ocean views from the 2nd floor bedroom balcony & rooftop terrace
fully air conditioned throughout
full kitchen with all the essentials
dining room table for 4
living room with television
safe for your personal belongings
complimentary high-speed WI-FI
private setting with 24/7 onsite security
swimming pool just steps from the front door
outdoor eating area
washer/dryer

Must Ask Questions.

These are basic questions you should ask before finalizing any accommodation arrangements.

How do we get our keys? Once you've made your final travel arrangements, we'll arrange for our property manager to meet you at a convenient time and location; they'll take you to our condo, Vista Perfect II, where you can get settled in.
What are the check-in and check-out times? Between 12 noon and 2:00 p.m.; check out 12 noon - if you'll be arriving later, just let us know ahead of time and we'll arrange our property manager to meet you.
What do we do if there is a problem with our stay? Contact the local property manager by telephone/onsite security/and/or contact the owners directly by email. We pride ourselves on being able to solve any issues quickly and efficiently.
Does your potential rental property allow pets or smoking? In our case, the answer is a strict 'No' for both.
How late is the pool open? 24/7 for your convenience.
Is the condo wheelchair accessible? We're sorry to say that ours is not - it's a 3 level condo with two sets of stairs leading up to the property, great for exercise without exercising!
Is the neighborhood safe, can we walk at night? Yes!
How do we access a taxi? It's as easy as visiting the onsite security office and requesting one.
Is there onsite parking? Yes, there is plenty of onsite parking in a secure area so you'll never have to worry.
Is there maid service? Our condo offers maid service at your request for a $25 fee but there's also a self-serve washer and dryer onsite.
What is the cancellation policy? In order to cover our costs, the initial deposit paid is non-refundable.
Is there a pharmacy and hospital nearby? Yes, the brand new CIMA hospital in Liberia opened in 2012.
How do we access local tours and dive shops? We can give you advice on our personal favourites so it's as easy as asking ;)

Pricing.

While some condos rent for higher prices, we strive to keep our prices low making a Costa Rica vacation affordable for everyone. We offer a Pay for 5, Get 2 Nights Free Special during our budget Low Season (April to October) and a low $950 per month rate during our High Season. You can easily Check Availabilityon our website and make your reservations to RentOurCostaRicaCondo today.

Photos & Reviews.

All of our condo photos are true to life, there's no Photoshopping, no 'show home' photos, what you see is what you get. We display photos of every room in our condo including the kitchen, dining room, living room, main level bathroom, 2nd floor bedroom, 2nd floor bathroom, 2nd floor patio, rooftop terrace, and swimming pool area. Feel free to check out our positive reviews on Flipkey or Tripadvisor!

If you have any questions about our beautiful brand new ocean view condo in Playas del Coco, Costa Rica, contact us today at RentOurCostaRica Condo.com.

Be sure to check our list of Annual Events in Guanacaste not-to-be-missed!

Pura Vida!
Ed & Connie

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