Guest reviews

Casa Marlin was absolutely wonderful! The location couldn't have been better, right on the beach and close to many great restaurants, making it easy to explore Playa Potrero.

The home was comfortable, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Casa Marlin and would happily stay here again. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, convenient place to stay in Playa Potrero.

Casa Marlin is a gem in Playa Potrero. With the beach just steps away, a very large pool and plenty of beds and rooms, this place checked off every box. On top of this, Beverly had great recommendations for a chef (Estefania, who made amazing fresh, local meals), which was extremely helpful so that we did not have to find a place to dine with 5 kids. Elvin (groundskeeper and on-site manager) had recommendations for activities on and off the property. We had a bonfire one night, the ladies got massages one afternoon and we were able to enjoy the local jungle on ATV's and ziplining at a much better place than the "mega adventure park". All in all, an amazing time in a great property!

A Perfect Christmas Getaway for Family. Our family of 12, spanning 3-generations, shared 6 bedrooms and had a wonderful Christmas stay at this beach property. There was something for everybody, from sport fishing to river rafting to sunsets.

Elvin, the caretaker, was exceptional - attentive yet unobtrusive, always available when needed. His professionalism reminded us of a five-star server, anticipating needs before we realized them.

The indoor living and kitchen spaces are spacious and nice but the outdoor cabana area truly stole the show and became our family gathering spot. The pool delighted every age group and the black sand beach became our daily ritual.

The location is ideal - close enough to restaurants, coffee shops, and grocery stores for convenience, yet secluded enough to feel like a true getaway.

This property provided the perfect setting for our family to create lasting memories. The whole house is ideal for larger groups or multi-generational families!

We liked the location and friendly community. The support team was excellent!

It’s a struggle to find the right words for how perfect this place is. The energy was so positive, the pictures on Airbnb do not do justice to what you will actually experience while you are here. Everything, I mean, absolutely everything is at your fingertips in this house. The amenities are remarkable. Anything we couldn’t find or needed, Elvin was right there to help. He helped us set up massages in the back yard, overlooking the ocean, hearing the waves. He even assisted us in finding someone to cook for us one evening. There are bars and restaurants in walkable distance on the beach. You wake up to crashing waves and birds, and you go to sleep with that same sound. Just sitting on the upper balcony with coffee, while laying in the hammock was magical! There’s nothing better than staying at this house.

Recommendations. Walk to the beach bar. It’s so good. Drive to the parking lot by Playa Conchal, and walk to playa Conchal! About .5 miles. You will not regret it!

Had a wonderful time at Casa Marlin! Charlie was very quick to respond to any questions we had. Elvin was a gem. We arrived after dark. He met us at check-in, helped unload our luggage & then rode with us to show us where the grocery store was. He was very thoughtful and helpful with questions & recommendations. The house was well stocked with dishes, silverware & many cooking items, spices etc. We used the grill & Elvin made sure it was clean & that there was enough gas etc. He also scheduled massages for us at the house. We wish we could have stayed an extra day to enjoy the pool & outdoor entertainment set-up a little longer.

We spent a week at Charlie’s with 11 adults and had an incredible time. The house is in great shape and had all of the comforts of home. Plenty of ice, coffeemakers, speaker by the pool, rafts in the pool and fridges everywhere. Elvin helped us with everything that we needed and made great recommendations. He is truly a gem. The house is walking distance from restaurants/bars, grocery store, brewery, coffee shops, and nearby morning yoga. The pool area is fantastic and we were able to watch march madness on the large tv next to the pool. There are plenty of spaces for folks to hang out together but to also find some quiet space to read and relax. Elvin helped us to arrange a chef for the group one night and also scheduled incredible massages at the house for us by the beach. The sunsets from the house and beach are gorgeous. We will absolutely be back.

The house and location exceeded our expectations. The interior of the house was very comfortable and the kitchen well stocked. The exterior seating areas were fantastic for relaxing. We spent lots of our time on the upper deck, by the pool, enjoying the covered outdoor area with the tv or laying under the trees in the hammocks. In addition, the sandy beach is right there and is perfect for walking and swimming. Elvin, the caretaker, was extremely helpful to our group - we can’t say enough about his great attitude! We would return to this house in a heartbeat the next time we plan a trip to Costa Rica.

Great vacation! Perfect house for several couples! We had a marvelous time and the house manager, Elvin, lives near and is available each day. Elvin is very helpful and kind and the owner is very prompt at responding. It felt like we were at our own private resort. Thanks for such a perfect time!

Absolutely amazing place and hosts. Elvin was fantastic and was able to help us with everything we needed.

Saying that they go above and beyond would be a huge understatement. Can’t wait to come back again!

Great location on the beach. Very convenient to several local restaurants and bars and a small grocery store. Very safe area. Still has the true Costa Rica feel, not so terribly touristy as places like Tamarindo.