Summary:
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El Sandal 4 in Huacas is a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom condo with a swimming pool in a secure gated community.
The Space:
El Sandal is located on the highway between Huacas and Villarreal, within 15-20 minutes of the surfing beaches of Tamarindo and Grande and other gorgeous beaches, including Conchal, Flamingo and Potrero.
The living room is beautifully furnished and decorated, with a huge TV and a coffee table made from a section of a tree trunk.
The condo’s kitchen is fully equipped, plus there’s a barbecue, and you can eat either at the breakfast bar or at a dining table that seats six.The extra-large master bedroom in this upstairs-downstairs unit has a king bed, a walk-in closet, a safe and an attached bathroom. The other two bedrooms have double beds, and all have balconies, air conditioning and cable TV.
This unit has a large swimming pool with rancho, and it offers 24/7 guarded security.
Pet-friendly policy
We welcome your furry friends at our property! Before you book, each pet must be verified and approved based on breed and size (max 35 lbs.), accompanied by a recent photo. A refundable pet fee of $200 per stay, along with an additional cleaning fee of $50 + 13% per pet, is required to ensure our home remains pristine for all guests. We allow up to two pets per reservation. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times in public areas within the property grounds. Certain properties and complexes may have specific rules and registration requirements. Pets need to be verified at least 24 hours prior to check-in. If guests arrive at check-in with unverified pets, access to the property will be denied.
Owners are responsible for their pets' behavior and any damages incurred. Pets should not be left unattended within the property. For any questions or further details about our pet policy, feel free to contact us!
Guest Access:
What’s near El Sandal 4, Huacas
Within a 5-minute drive, you can find excellent grocery stores, restaurants, shops and a gas station. And you’ll be 10 to 15 minutes from the most popular oceanfront towns in the region, including Tamarindo, which is renowned for its beach, nightlife and shopping.
Head in the other direction and explore Playa Grande, Brasilito, and Flamingo. Nearby Playa Conchal is often called the most beautiful beach in Costa Rica.
Adventure awaits
Your rental will be stocked with a welcome basket of coffee, coffee filters, salt, pepper, soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, cooking oil and Costa Rica’s famous Salsa Lizano.
We’re always ready to help you book any adventure, including scuba diving, fishing, ocean cruises, horseback riding and ATV tours. Day trips to Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park, whitewater rafting or local cultural tours – we’re here to offer you unbeatable service! Click for more info about tours and activities.
We’ll be happy to provide free, competitive quotes for private rental cars, transport to/from the Liberia or San Jose airports, tours and activities. We are locals and can answer any questions you may have regarding this property and the surrounding area. We are here to make your next Costa Rican getaway unforgettable.
The Neighborhood:
El Sandal is a secure gated community with a large swimming pool, shady rancho, beautiful gardens and a play structure for kids.
It’s located on the highway between Huacas and Villarreal, within 20 minutes of the towns and beaches of Tamarindo, Playa Grande, Playa Conchal, Flamingo and Potrero. Within a 5-minute drive, you’ll find excellent grocery stores, restaurants, shops and a gas station.
Huacas is a regional hub and a major crossroads north of Tamarindo where many Costa Ricans live, and where virtually everyone in the area goes shopping at some point.
It has three large grocery stores, including a Palí and a Super Compro, where you can do your shopping much more cheaply than in the smaller “mini supers” in the area. It has hardware stores, furniture stores, a computer repair shop, a print shop, a beauty salon, banks, clothing stores, and a variety of mostly smallish restaurants. (The Bohemia Bar and Grill, for one, is worth checking out.)
Huacas has one of only two gas stations in the region, and the closest to the Brasilito-Flamingo-Potrero corridor. (The other one is closer to Villarreal and Tamarindo). Huacas has several auto repair shops, including specialists in tires, body repair, air conditioning and glass, as well as car parts stores and car washes.
On the western edge of town is the Beach Side Clinic, a private hospital that’s always open, and there are also dentists, optometrists, veterinarians and pharmacies.
Huacas is a major crossroads connecting to Belén in the east, Tamarindo in the south, Playa Grande in the west and the Brasilito-Flamingo-Potrero coast to the north. In fact, there are two big crossroads here, neither with stoplights, and traffic can be an issue. But if you live in this area for long and ask around about anything you need, you’re bound to hear the answer “Huacas” at some point.
Huacas is about 15 minutes away from the beaches in Playa Grande and Brasilito. One attraction worth visiting, especially if you have kids, is the La Boya water park, which has swimming pools, water slides and food. Tamarindo, the most popular tourist destination on this coast, is 20 minutes from here, and the international airport in Liberia is an hour away.
Getting Around:
Our dedicated agents are at your service, ready to assist you in securing a rental car, granting you the freedom to explore the area at your own pace. For short jaunts to nearby towns or beaches, golf carts are a popular choice for convenient mobility. Alternatively, you can opt for a bicycle to navigate the town and its surroundings.
In addition, we can arrange hassle-free airport transfers for your convenience. If you prefer the ease of having a rental car waiting for you at your property, we offer complimentary delivery services. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive from the airport to your destination in our private van.
While taxis are available, they may be somewhat challenging to find. Many locals rely on buses for transportation, although there is a limited selection of routes and schedules. Private shuttles are an excellent choice for reaching nearby destinations, and numerous tour companies offer transportation to and from their tours.
For your reference, our information brochure contains valuable details about local transportation options, points of interest, as well as contact information for taxi and shuttle services. Your exploration of the area just got a whole lot easier!
Other Things to Note:
Special Places of Costa Rica is committed to protecting our properties and complying with short-term rental regulations, which is why all guests are required to complete an independent verification with our trusted partner, TRUVI, before check-in. You will be contacted via email, text, or app notification with instructions to complete this process. As part of the verification, you will need to choose between paying a refundable security deposit (which includes a non-refundable 2% processing fee) or purchasing a non-refundable damage waiver, which protects you in case of accidental damage during your stay. We strongly recommend the damage waiver, as it provides peace of mind and avoids tying up funds with a deposit. Both the TRUVI verification and your selection of either the deposit or the damage waiver must be completed prior to your arrival. Failure to complete either step may result in being denied access to the property and forfeiting the rental without refund. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
