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2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, stereo
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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Drake Bay, Aguijitas, Puntarenas
  • Drake Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Playa Colorada
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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    About the area

    Drake Bay

    When you a stay at this vacation home in Drake Bay, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Drake Bay Beach and Playa Colorada. .This beach vacation home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Corcovado National Park and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from School & Soccer Field.
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    What's nearby

    • Drake Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
    • Playa Colorada - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
    • School & Soccer Field - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
    • Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
    • Corcovado National Park - 15 min drive - 7.6 km

    Getting around

    • Drake Bay (DRK) - 18 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Restaurante Casa El Tortugo - ‬8 min walk
    • ‪La Choza - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪Mar y Bosque - ‬2 min walk
    • ‪RestauranteDelicias Bahía Drake - ‬2 min walk
    • ‪Roberto's Marisquería - ‬3 min walk

    About this property

    Entire place

    You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

    Ocean Front Home Amazing View Air ConditioningLaugh Play Relax at Binya House

    Binya House boasts the best view of any house along the beach in Drake Bay. This comfortable getaway has two bedrooms, and is steps away from 10 restaurants and 4 markets. New appliances and furniture make this place a true retreat. Scarlet Macaws, Iguanas, Anteaters and a host of colorful birds visit the property daily.

    Hike into the Corcovado, one of the most biodiverse places on the planet, or lounge on many beaches along the coast trail. The house is private, yet right in the center of town for your convenience and comfort.

    Free WIFI

    Tours, fishing and scuba diving can be booked through Debra when you make your reservation. The kitchen is fully stocked with a microwave, range, coffeepot, refrigerator, pots and pans so you can cook meals if you chose.
    We also have a washer and dryer.

    There are many activities such as sport fishing, scuba, wildlife tours, whale and dolphins, spear fishing, waterfall hikes, beach hikes, horse rides, ability to interact with locals at the stores, bars and restaurants.

    World class scuba and snorkeling at Cano Island are right here too.

    Drake Bay is visited from people all over the world, yet retains its authentic Costa Rican culture. This is real Costa Rica the way you imagined it.
    Questions call Sue 506 6282 0430 on WhatsApp
    Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
    Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as concierge services and barbecue grills.
    Breakfast is available for a fee.
    Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

    Property manager

    Debra

    Languages

    English, Spanish

    Property amenities

    Beach

    • On the beach
    • Beach towels

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • Car not required
    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Blender
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
    • Hob
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Paper towels
    • Refrigerator
    • Spices
    • Toaster

    Dining

    • Breakfast available for a fee
    • Dining table

    Bedrooms

    • 2 bedrooms
    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

    • 1 bathroom
    • Shower
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Living spaces

    • Dining table
    • Living room

    Entertainment

    • Smart TV
    • Stereo

    Outdoor areas

    • Balcony
    • Barbecue grill
    • Garden
    • Outdoor furniture

    Laundry

    • Washing machine

    Comfort

    • Air conditioning

    Pets

    • Pet friendly

    Suitability/Accessibility

    • Smoke-free property
    • Note from host: smoking on the patio is okay

    Services and conveniences

    • Concierge services
    • Housekeeping (on request)

    Location highlights

    • In a rural location
    • In a village
    • Near the bay
    • Near the ocean
    • On the waterfront

    Things to do

    • Birdwatching nearby
    • Ecotours nearby
    • Fishing nearby
    • Hiking/biking trails nearby
    • Horseback riding nearby
    • Kayaking nearby
    • Motor boating nearby
    • Rafting nearby
    • Scuba diving nearby
    • Snorkelling nearby
    • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
    • Swimming nearby
    • Whale watching nearby
    • Wildlife walks 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)
    • Deadbolt lock

    General

    • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
    • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
    • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
    • Garden
    • Housekeeping (on request)
    • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
    • Local artist showcase
    • Local culture and ecosystem education
    • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
    • Recycling

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in available

    Check-out

    Check-out before 10:00 AM

    Special check-in instructions

    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

    Pets

    Pets allowed
    Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Important information

    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
    Long-term renters welcome
    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
    Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
    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

    A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

    Ocean Front Home Amazing View Air ConditioningLaugh Play Relax at Binya House Reviews

    Reviews

    9.8

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    9.4/10

    Staff & service

    9.8/10

    Amenities

    9.6/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    8.0/10

    Eco-friendliness

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Rebecca M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Binya House Adventure
    This property was in a central location with a great view. It was clean and was stocked with some basic items that were very helpful, such as oil, sugar, vinegar, and coffee. The air conditioning was important since it stayed very hot, even at night. Be forewarned that there was warm water for the shower, but not for anything else. That's just how it is in a small, remote village. The experience was worth it. Nearby restaurants were not expensive and they were all excellent. We cooked on the grill at the house a couple of nights, and that was great too. Jose booked our tours and taxis and was a great help. He was easy to contact since he lived in another cottage on-site. I would highly recommend this property for those who are okay with something more adventurous than a hotel.
    Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Sophia H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Excellent location & comfortable home
    We loved our stay in Drake’s Bay - Debra’s home is very comfortable and has everything you need for a fantastic stay. The kitchen is very well equipped and the bedrooms have lots of storage room and the AC works very well in each room. We loved sitting outside with the fabulous view over the bay, especially at sunset. The house is perfectly located for day tours to Corcovado, only minutes walk to the boat pick up and drop off. Also there are many great restaurants nearby in walking distance, Kalaluna Bistro was one of our favourites! Jose was a great help and there for when we had any questions. The house was exceptionally clean and peaceful. Would recommend staying here for anyone looking to explore Drake’s Bay and Corcovado. Thank you Debra for everything!
    Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Lynne B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Excellent stay
    Beautiful views, responsive host, amazing town.
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Ryan C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Family trip
    great location and starting point for many adventures!
    Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Estelle H.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Binya house
    Excellent stay. Jose,, property manager was always available and we even extended a night.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Bradley L.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Amazing Views
    The view overlooking Drake Bay is amazing. The house was clean and well furnished. Air conditioners work great. Lots of foliage between the home and the beach so I got some good bird photos from the yard, even a couple hummingbirds. Jose was our contact person and met us at the home on arrival, he was easy to contact with using Whatsapp and even helped us book a night tour in Drake Bay (highly recommended). Restaurants and stores all within a couple minute walk. The pickup points for Corcovado boats and beach are also just a couple minute walk. We loved it here and would definitely stay here again.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Carol M., Wenatchee, Washington

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Easy
    We enjoyed the responsiveness of the owner, close location, great view, comfortable beds, easy kitchen and Jose (on site ) was extremely helpful and attentive. We did figure out the hot water in the shower but it is not something we were familiar with. I may have missed the explanation but I think something in the bathroom would be helpful.
    Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Jackie M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    5 stars
    Perfect location with amazing views! Enjoyed all of the beautiful birds that visited daily. The property manager Jose was more than accommodating. The home was comfortable and provided everything we needed for our 8 day stay. Highly recommend!
    Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

    8/10 Good

    Lindsay, Camarillo

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    This is a quaint little old beach house. It is nothing fancy, but comfortable with a lovely view. There is not much to walk and see, but there are a few restaurants and markets close to meet your needs. It is also an easy walk to the beach where all the boats pick-up and drop-off. We enjoyed a gorgeous 360 degree sunset the last night from this amazing vantage point.
    Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Benjamin and Amanda C.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great house in a wonderful town
    This place was fantastic. The view of Drake Bay from the back lawn was beautiful. The location is in the heart of town, just a short walk up the road gets you to the two grocery markets and a quick walk down the hill gets you to the beach. The host, Kim, was incredible and helped us book tours to Corcovado and Isla Cano. Drake Bay is an incredibly amazing town, quiet and peaceful compared to other destinations in Costa Rica and this house was a perfect place for us to stay to enjoy. Can’t wait to go back
    Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveller

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
    Drake Bay is a very small town, and this house is right in the middle of it, within a very short walk to the stores and restaurants, and overlooking the Bay. Other available properties are immersed more within the jungle canopy, amid the trees and animals, but farther from town. All options, including this one are great. It is a trade off though. I did expect to see more wildlife at this home, but saw very little other than hummingbirds. Loved the washer/dryer, kitchen, air conditioning, affordability, property owner, and location. Spoke to many locals and tour guides. They all knew this house and owner. They all had very good things to say about this owner and her contributions to the community.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Lisa N.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Wonderful property with great ocean views
    We had a wonderful stay here. Great location, very comfortable house. Beautiful ocean and sunset views and everything we could possibly need in the cupboards. very helpful host. Answered all our questions and even helped us book a tour to Corcovado. Thank you so much for sharing your great house with us. We will definitely stay here when we come back next time!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    brian M.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great stay in Drake Bay
    Took two of my young teenagers to Drake Bay. The house is located on the tiny beach “cliff” over looking Drake Bay. The location is very convenient to the Grocery stores, hiking trails and restaurants. Drake Bay is a very quiet, small village and is a good adventure. The small house setup is good with two bedrooms - each with split unit ACs and open kitchen/sitting area. The hosts met us at the beach, as we took the boat from Sierpe. They helped with our luggage and drive the minute to the house. They were very knowledgeable of the area, offered great advice and can setup up tours.
    Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Renee B.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Beautiful views and great location!
    Binya House is in a great location, with amazing views of the ocean. The beds were comfortable and AC was great! Eric was so helpful with scheduling tours to Corcovado and snorkeling.

    10/10 Excellent

    Ann P.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Fantastic!
    For the second year in a row we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Binya house. The location of the property is perfect, just above the bay with only a few steps into town. The house is clean, comfortable, and equipped with all the necessary provisions. We loved watching sunset over the bay and having morning coffee on the patio with gorgeous birds galore. Drake is a nature lover’s paradise and we will absolutely be back to stay at Binya house!
    Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    Gitta T., Canada

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Excellent place for drake by
    Clean, well located and fabulous view! Very adventurous area-we went to the cocovado Park, fishing and snorkeling with Eric, on a 5 am bird tour, a trip through the mangroves and 2 hikes to corcolito beach! Our favourite restaurant was Roberto’s as it was delicious and open to the ocean breeze. We ate in the house 4 times as the À/C makes it so comfortable in the evenings.
    Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

    10/10 Excellent

    STEVE, LI NY USA

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The property was perfect for us, great view, great location and proximity to town and great restaurants. Dive shop and tours right next door. Hope to go back sometime soon, would highly recommend.
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    gene b., United States

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Binya house
    Binya House was the perfect place to stay in Drake Bay. It was clean and comfortable and the view was amazing. It is right in town so we were able to immerse ourselves in the local flavor of the town and people. Eric was a great Dive master and a wonderful help in booking tours and giving us information. We really enjoyed our stay
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Vicki J.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great house in Drake Bay
    We loved staying at Binya House. Drake Bay area is so unique and beautiful. The house overlooks the bay and the back yard has beautiful views of the water and coastline. Lots of birds and flowers around. The house is vey comfortable and decorated so beachy / funky fun with bright colors and tile floors. The house was great for the four of us, plenty of room, roomy bedrooms kept cool with AC, nice little kitchen and dining area. We spent most of our time outside exploring the area. We met many wonderful friendly people. Franklin who picked us up at airport and took us back there was an awesome driver and what a ride! Hank filled us in on the house and the area and Eric set us up for our trip to Corcovado. Everyone we met in the village and the restaurants were so friendly and helpful. Kalaluna was our fav restaurant We saw lots of wildlife and birds everywhere. It was the end of the rainy season so it was wet, but it’s warm rain and no big deal. Loved it, would stay there again if we get back to that area.

    6/10 Okay

    Sherry E.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Unique experience
    I want to start by saying Drake Bay is a unique and beautiful place to visit however it is very much 3rd world country there. The home was clean and sufficient but the rooms had a very damp smell. The water for the entire town comes straight from the mountain so twice we were without water for a while. The people in town are very friendly and we felt safe the entire time. We enjoyed seeing iguanas, parrots and monkeys literally 30’ from our door. The location is very remote so for the minimal amount of options to stay at, it appeared that this home was the best choice. I will say that the views from the home are priceless!! Absolutely breathtaking!

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Hear the waves
    We enjoyed our stay in this cute home overlooking Drake Bay. It is very convenient for enjoying the area. There are many nice amenities, making it very comfortable.
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Jonathan G.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    The BEST place to stay in Drake Bay
    You cannot find a better place to stay in Drake Bay than right here! First, location in travel is so important. This house is a short walk (2 to 5 minutes) from everything in Drake Bay. Whether that's going to a grocery store, a restaurant, or starting your tour for the day. Second, Eric, your very own "concierge", located next door, is right there to make sure you have everything you need while in Drake Bay. He runs the dive shop and water tours and is an amazing dive master and guide if you want to do some scuba diving or snorkeling or whale/dolphin watching while in town. It's also a great comfort to know that after traveling to a remote location far from home, someone is there to ensure you have a fun and safe stay. And Debra was in contact with us the whole time, checking in to make sure we had what we needed. Lastly, but not least, the house itself is very comfortable and a welcome sanctuary to rest and recover from your adventures. Exactly as advertised, you have a beautiful, fantastic view of the ocean and bay, surrounded by a wall of flowers, giving you privacy. AC in both bedrooms keep the place cool and comfortable on even the hottest and most humid day. If you are looking for a safe haven in the jungle as your base for adventuring in and around Drake Bay, or just a wonderful place to relax and unwind, we cannot recommend this house more highly.

    10/10 Excellent

    Danielle S.

    Liked: Cleanliness
    Great location!
    This house was great! Perfect location within easy walking distance to all you need (markets, restaurants, etc). View from the house was awesome. House was clean and very functional. Communication with Debra was great. She assisted in booking all our tours which made our time there very easy. Check in was simple with Eric who met us at the beach after our boat ride from Sierpe. Would recommend a day in Corcovado - saw lots of animals (Sirena station). Night tour was fun as was a day out with Eric on the boat for snorkeling and whale/dolphin watching. We had an wonderful few days here and would highly recommend the house and this area of Costa Rica.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Sasha R.

    Fantastic experience!
    We had a fantastic time – totally relaxing and everyone was so helpful and amazing! Eric booked all our tours for us and the house was super relaxing with a beautiful view. We would definitely come back!
    Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Travelled with partner
    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Our number one must be the view which was superb, overlooking the ocean whilst you watch the boats come and go in the bay. The garden with the birds and the iguanas was also a bonus. The location within walking distance of two good sized supermarkets, restaurants and the beach is convenient although this did mean, a little traffic noise with vehicles travelling up the hill was also noticeable. The air-conditioning units in the bedrooms both worked well and was very welcome! Hank, Eric and Kimberley look after us well during our stay and were very helpful. Being British holiday makers, the only kitchen item we missed was an electric kettle wherever we stayed in Costa Rica for making a cup of tea! Thank you all for a great stay at Binya House!
    Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019