FAQ

Where is the Beach Front Villa located?

The Beach Front Villa is located in the small town of Playa Junquillal, which is part of the greater Guanacaste Province, four hours from San Jose and only an hour and fifteen minutes from the newly opened International Airport in Liberia.

Is Playa Junquillal easy to travel to?

Nearly every major airline flies to San Jose and now five US airlines United, American, Continental, Delta, and US Airways as well as several weekly charter services fly directly to Liberia International. Connections to the area by taxi, bus or car rental are available at the airport. Rental cars are available for as little as $199(US) a week.

How can I get to Playa Junquillal without a car?

Fly into Liberia on an international flight and take a taxi from the airport to Playa Junquillal will cost about US $60(US).

Take a taxi from the San Jose airport to Playa Junquillal. It is a 3.5 hour ride that will cost you about $150. Fly from the San Jose International airport to Tamarindo. This flight leaves four times a day, lasts about 50 minutes, and costs $65 one-way. From Tamarindo, you will need to grab a cab. The 40 minute ride costs approximately $45.

Take a bus from San Jose to Santa Cruz. This 4 ½ hour ride will cost you approximately $7. Once in Santa Cruz you can connect with a local bus out to the beach or you can take the 35 minute taxi ride for about $20.

How do I get to the Villa from Liberia International Airport?

Make a right out of the airport and follow signs to Santa Cruz. There will be a green sign indicating a right hand turn towards the beaches. This will be directly before a small bridge approximately 1 km before Santa Cruz. Make the right and follow signs directing you towards the Iguanazul and Hacienda Pinilla. You will pass through several small towns including Paraiso. The road will fork to the left, following the road south along the beach to Playa Venado, which is the second beach in Playa Junquillal. We located on Lot 8, right next to the sand. Contact us for more details or to schedule a tour.

Where can I stay and dine once I arrive in Playa Junquillal?

Listed below are a few of our favorite nearby accommodations in Playa Junquillal: Guacamaya Lodge - Casual atmosphere, pool, volleyball court, beautiful ocean and mountain-view RESTAURANT and BAR. Cabina’s, two-bedroom villa, and new kitchenette efficiencies are available.

Las Brisas Del Mar - Gated condominium complex with rentals available.-

Hacienda Pinilla - Large-scale resort community offering 18-hole golf course and rental opportunities. -

Hotel Villa Serena - The website does not do justice to the beautifully landscaped gardens and quaint cabins with ocean views of Playa Junquillal. Fine dining restaurant on site with a world class chef from Rhode Island and a beautiful ocean-view.

Restaurant Junquillal - Favorite spot for surfers to stay and watch the break, Bernardos offers casual food with an ocean-front seat. Iguanazul Hotel and Restaurant - Casual atmosphere, outdoor dining with a view.

What is the climate like?

The community of Playa Junquillal benefits from warm sunny days cooled by delightful sea breezes and mild, star-filled nights. The setting affords residents the privilege of living in a small town beach setting on a world class beach. The Pacific Northwest region of Guanacaste, where the Villa is located, offers two distinct seasons. From early December through May, summer days and a dry tropical climate ensure average daily temperatures in the mid to upper 80’s. June through November is known as the “green season” which is when Costa Rica receives the majority of its rainfall and temperatures average in the low to mid 80’s. Being located in the Costa Rican Pacific Northwest, the Villa is located in the driest part of the country, but afternoon showers during the green season are very common and help to bring out the best colors of the beautiful flowers and trees which inhabit the region.

What types of activities can you do in the surrounding areas?

If you like to spent time outside among nature then Costa Rica is a place for you. Many residents will be long time visitors of Costa Rica who found that a few weeks per year just wasn’t enough time to enjoy all this area has to offer. Outdoor activities include: fishing, golf, snorkeling, scuba-diving, surfing, kayaking, horse back riding, 4-wheeling, offroading, hiking, canopy tours, sunset celebrations, swimming, and sailing, among others.

What is the Government like and how is Healthcare provided?

The government is a democracy and actually the United States is the acting military for this peaceful country. Healthcare is administered by a state administration and if offered to citizens and visitors alike for a reasonable cost, provided they purchase insurance. Physician’s offices can be found in the nearby town of Santa Cruz with a major hospital in the city of Nicoya.

Is it possible to own titled land in Costa Rica and what is the process for purchasing land?

Yes, purchasing land in Costa Rica is similar to that in the United States, including the right to have a title on your property. By utilizing a qualified attorney this process is simplified and you can be assured the documentation is handled correctly.

A contract by which a third party (Guaranty Company, such as Stewart Title Latin America) commits to indemnify losses due to legal situations that could affect the property and that are not excepted or excluded from the respective coverage. It’s a legal document that grants the buyer the security and peace of mind that the buyer has clear title to their investment is protected in the event of defect.

The process of issuing a Title Guaranty includes the issuance of a Title Commitment that allows the buyer to examine the legal status of the property and provide them with a tool to evaluate if the property is in proper condition for purchase. The final title guaranty is issued after the close and is based on the title commitment. Title Guaranty is a new concept in Costa Rica, but it has already proven to add value to initial real estate purchases, re-sales and has encouraged transparency and increased liquidity in the real estate process.

The Beach Front Villa project will present the Stewart Title Guarantee upon request.

What is the expected time line for construction of the Villa?

Since all the leg work for permits and approvals has been completed, you could be sitting in your new home on the beach within 9 months of purchase.

Is there financing available for either land and/or home purchases?

Yes! We can help you find financing through one of the local banks in Costa Rica. Banks are currently offering up to 70% the purchase price at competitive rates. Call us for more information.

What are the local beaches?

Playa Negra - barreling right hander - 3 miles north

Playa Avellenas - 3 Breaks - Left hand reef, river mouth (right left) and little Hawaii - right hand reef- 8 miles north

Playa Junquillal - barreling beach break - 3/4 mile

Tamarindo - 2 River Mouths - 16 miles north

Playa Grande - Great Beach Break - 18 miles north

Witches Rock/Olie's point - Beach break and right hand point - take boat to get there (1 hour drive from us)

Marbella - both left hand reef and various beach breaks - 15 miles south

Ostional - incredible barreling beach breaks (only up to 7-8 foot faces) - 20 miles south

Nosara (7 miles of beach breaks) - very consistent and shows great size with North swells - 25 miles south