
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Carara
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Casa Arazari
New, fully furnished house with a great view of Volcanoes and Valley! Located in a quiet community very close to Atenas downtown (4.5Km). Large master room w/ King size bed plus one guest room. Two full bathrooms. Contemporary design and decor. Large, integrated kitchen with granite countertops and all appliances. Very spacious social area with large windows and mosquitoes screens. Big terrace with deck and built-in jacuzzi. Great view all over. Service include gardener and maid (once a week).

Ocean-View Home Surrounded by Jungle & Wildlife
Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. This amazing ocean view Ecohome is a labor of love. Built with natural hardwoods, bamboo and adobe (clay from the land) you will get to experience a once in a lifetime naturally built home. It is earthy and cozy while still feeling luxury. The home is surrounded by jungle which attracts monkeys, toucans, and parrots. We offer farm fresh eggs and any fruit ripe growing on the land. We are 15 min from the beach Hermosa and 20 to Jaco.

Beach Bungalow Costa Rica surf&massage
Uno de los primeros Airbnbs en Jaco, Beach Bungalow desde 2015 hospeda personas del mundo entero. "Un pedacito del paraíso" es como los huéspedes dicen en sus evaluaciones. Bungalow totalmente equipado, confortable, colchones nuevos, limpieza 5 estrellas durante esos 7 años y ubicado en una zona muy tranquila de Jaco, tan solo a 2 minutos en carro hacia la playa y centro. Local perfecto para descansar en familia o pareja y disfrutar de una encantadora piscina con catarata y jets de hidromasaje.

Luxury Villa Ceibo - Exquisite, Private, Serene
Located just one hour from San Jose airport, Chilanga Costa Rica is the perfect place to start or finish your vacation. Spend some time to slow down, unwind and reconnect with nature. Ceibo is our private, spacious luxury villa with double occupancy. We offer a swimming pool with incredible views, jungle yoga and 10 KM of walking trails. Super fast 30 meg wifi allows you to "work from the jungle." Let our cook provide you with amazing meals made from local and farm ingredients. Come visit!

Style and Comfort: Tropical Studio Cabina A/C Pool
Pura Vida says it all at your cozy studio cabina, nestled on a shared property alongside two other charming cabinas and a spacious 3-bedroom house. Enjoy the large, inviting pool surrounded by tropical beauty. Just minutes away, are Playa Herradura and Playa Jaco, where world-class fishing, golf, and thrilling nature tours await. Let our friendly onsite management team help plan your ideal day — whether it’s booking an excursion, recommending a local hidden gem, or simply helping you unwind.

Treehouse with butterfly and exotic fruit farm.
Unique Balinese inspired treehouse overlooking a seasonal river, butterfly garden and tropical fruit orchard. Built with locally sourced lumber that was mostly milled on the property and complemented with keepsakes and carved wooden accents collected while exploring Indonesia and Thailand. This is a birder’s paradise with daily visits of scarlet macaws, parrots and toucans. Located a short drive from world class surfing , oceanfront restaurants and nightlife in playa Hermosa and playa Jaco.

Peaceful Tropical Oasis for Two in Playa Hermosa
Playa Hermosa guesthouse located on a quiet dirt road at the foothills of Cerro Fresco Mountain. 5 Minute drive to Playa Hermosa beach and 15 minutes from Jaco which provides excellent restaurants and nightlife. Guests will enjoy a private cottage with full kitchen and bathroom, plush king bed, WiFi, pool and jacuzzi, workout pavilion and a 2 story observation deck. Area is great for birdwatching, surfing, horseback riding, nature trails, ATV tours, and more. 2 person max, 25 years & up.

Cabina Azul: Pool, Beach, Yoga, Surfing & more
*NO AIR CONDITIONING Only a few blocks from Bejuco Beach (500m or 6 min walk - see map in photo gallery). Groceries, restaurants and transport are all within walking distance. - Queen size bed - Wi-fi - Separate entrance and patio - Kitchenette - Private bathroom - Shared pool, basketball and rancho area - NEW huge, second level guest area for yoga, lounging and a shared work space It is 1 of 4 cabinas located in the same building & there are a total of 6 rental units on the property.

Family FarmStay: Animals, Nature & Mountain View’s
Staying at our farm is a chance to slow down and reconnect with nature. You’ll be surrounded by fruit trees, a veggie garden, and friendly animals like our goats, our sweet little donkey, Caramelo the pony, and even messenger pigeons—it’s a real show. The house sits in a beautiful spot with views that make you stop and stare. You can pick your own lettuce, walk through our little coffee plantation, and enjoy the simple. If your child sleeps with you, no need to count them as a guest.

Tropical Modern Guest Suite in Playa Hermosa
Modern suite surrounded by nature, just 2 min from famous surf beach Playa Hermosa (near Jacó). Comfortable space with 2 bedrooms (with A/C), 1 bathroom, and an outdoor covered kitchen/dining area. Relax on the terrace with garden views and spot white-faced monkeys, macaws, and toucans that visit daily. The guest suite is on the ground floor with private entrance but is part of our home where your host family lives. The fenced garden and parking are shared with us.

Ocean View Punta Leona private access Playa Blanca
Cozy apartment within a nature reserve, on the beach. Walk a few steps through the private access from our property. Immerse yourself in a colorful landscape of nature and sea, on the best white sand beach in the Central Pacific. Contemplate spectacular views and sunsets, admire the flora and fauna, practice snorkeling, diving, kayaking or sunny and beach days. In greater depth, the impressive sculptures of marine figures that make up the Underwater Museum

Casa Libelula ! Private pool, gated community
Casa Libelula is located in the low key beach village of Esterillos Oeste. This 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home along with a separate casita ( bedroom/bathroom) is in a secure gated community. The beach is a 15min walk away or a 3 min drive. We are just 20mins south of Jaco Beach, 40mins north of Quepos and Manuel Antonio. The Juan Santamaria International airport is 2hrs away. Please be aware Casa Libelula is located in a quiet residential area.
Popular amenities for Carara family-friendly rentals
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Attention: Fishermen & Sun Seekers!

The Breath, Luxury tree house in a magic place!

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Casa de Colores, 2B/2B, Atenas, Alajuela CR

Los Sueños Resort Luxury 3BR Condominium

Los Sueños Resort Colina Condo

2BD Family Escape • Gated • A/C •Terrace + Pools

Quinta de Ensueño en Orotina
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Beach front house private pool Esterillos Jacó

Casa Harmony ON THE BEACH

Hidden Paradise Oceanfront

La casa del bosque

Casa Morocco, Suite N4

Art apartment on a virgin beach

Hermosa casa de campo con piscina.

Cheerful 3 Bedroom Villa With Pool Gated Community
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Casa Cantone studio Apt. private pool!

CASA BARU New house - 2 min from the beach

la cabaña & hiking

Tierra Vital Atenas - Villa 2

Private Jungle Home Amazing Pool

Pool, ocean view, walk to beach.

Punta Leona, vista y acceso privado a Playa Blanca

Lovely 2-bedroom beach front Condo with pool!
When is the best time to visit Carara?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $411 NZD | $381 NZD | $364 NZD | $394 NZD | $349 NZD | $325 NZD | $319 NZD | $332 NZD | $335 NZD | $369 NZD | $436 NZD | $443 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 23°C | 24°C | 24°C | 25°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 24°C | 23°C | 23°C | 23°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Carara stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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