Tortuga unit- Walk to beach, pool, 1 bdrm+ daybed

"Tortuga" Casita of "La Caminata del Mono" is your gated hideaway in the perfect location just blocks from the beach. Only 5 minute walking distance to the grocery, market, medical, pharmacy, skatepark, restaurants, excursions, entertainment, and more! You will likely be delighted with the daily visits of the howler monkeys, see a few land crabs and the iguanas! Our property is perfect for travelers who value authenticity and memory-making over newness and perfection. This property may not be right for guests seeking luxury finish or hotel-level polish. PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER LISTINGS FOR OPTIONS TO RENT THE ENTIRE PROPERTY OR INDIVIDUAL UNITS. IN THIS LISTING, you are renting the "TORTUGA" unit, which is one of the downstairs unit of the Casitas and consists of one bedroom with a new king bed and the common / living room space has a queen bed daybed. There is a kitchen area and a bathroom with shower. A trellis archway stretches the entire length of the home's entrance where, in the green season, morning glories cover the drive and invite you in. You will have a private code to enter the gates. There is no dedicated parking space for this unit, but parking may be possible depending on occupancy of the entire unit. "LA CAMINATA DEL MONO" is located in the heart of Tamarindo, which is known for its vibrancy and has a unique of mix of modern amenities, natural beauty, youthful energy, wonderful people, an inclusive community, walkability, and a pura vida vibe! There are loads of options of outdoor activities, yoga & health retreats, entertainment & nightlife! Here you'll be close to it all - but secluded enough for privacy and serenity. Playa Tamarindo beach is just a few minutes walk from the property, and you can also walk to Playa Langosta beach in about 20 minutes. OTHER THINGS TO EXPLORE IN TAMARINDO AND NEARBY: (don't let this list limit you - there are loads of things to do and explore!) - Day trip sailing cruises - Surfing / Boogie Boarding / Body surfing - Fishing - Estuary Safari Boat Tour - Kayaking - Food tourism - Chocolate tours - Coffee tours - Massages on the beach - Tamarindo Night Market (Thursdays) with live music - Saturday Farmer's Market - Gyrocopter Tours - Zip Lining - Hiking - Scuba Diving - PLAYA AVELLANAS - about 30 min. by car - LA LEONA WATERFALL - about 2 hours by car - THE CATALINA ISLANDS - about 40 minutes by boat - DIAMANTÉ ECO ADVENTURE PARK - about 1 hour by car - RIO NEGRO HOT SPRINGS AND MUD BATH - about 2.5 hours by car - HELICONIAS HANGING BRIDGES TRAIL - about 2.5 hours by car - MONTEVERDE - about 3-3.5 hours by car Access to Tortuga unit, and outdoor common area / pool area. Our property manage will be in touch with directions and check-in information. She’s a wealth of information if you need her for questions about the area and if you need anything at the property. Our groundskeeper comes by periodically. The property is in a bustling beach neighborhood - on a street with primarily other hotels / guest accommodations. The property is gated and set back from the road, so you'll find it feels secluded amidst the bustle. It is a short walking distance to the beach and the heart of town with many shops, restaurants, stores, grocery stores, pharmacy, etc. to choose from. No car needed! Walking distance to everything town center. If you like, you can rent a bike, golf cart, or ATVs just around the corner! If you do rent any of these or a car, we have a gate to the property, but you need to make arrangements in advance if you have a car. The unit doesn't come with a parking spot, but may be available depending on the makeup of the other guests' parking needs. We suggest walking or golf cart rental in Tamarindo and a car for excursions Monkeys (and sometimes Iguanas and occasionally other animals) will often enjoy the Monkey Walk leading to the property, hence the name! They are one of the many attractions of Costa Rica, and you may hear them from time to time outside of the window. The beach roads are dusty and bumpy - we recommend proper footwear as you exit the property and explore the rest of Tamarindo. As is common in Tamarindo, there are critters and it's part of the way of life here. Tamarindo also experiences brief power outages regularly. As vibrant as Tamarindo is, we do have quiet time between 11 am and 7 pm so neighbors can enjoy their rest. We have a pack and play / crib in storage - please request in advance so we can set it out for you at check-in time. The whole property is gated, but the pool does not have a separate gate. Please use with caution. Please be sure to read / follow the house rules regarding pool use. Reminder that there is NO SMOKING inside the home.