Villa in Santa Teresa

A four-thousand-square-foot villa on the quiet north end of Santa Teresa, where modern lines soften into a laid-back, hippie-chic warmth — the kind of place built for a smaller crew who still want the full beachfront experience without an ounce of compromise.

Direct beach access here comes by way of a private path that follows a small creek down to the sand — pristine, tree-shaded, and fronting some of the most reliable surf breaks on this coast. The living area opens completely toward the pool and jungle beyond, no real separation between the two. A fully equipped kitchen with bar seating on the island handles the cooking, and a ten-foot dining table seats the whole group comfortably. A deep lounge with a 60" television looks out over the pool for the slower hours of the day.

The pool itself holds shallow areas built for lingering, framed by a terrace lined with loungers. Beyond that, a wide garden gives kids and adults alike room to spread out, with hammocks tucked into the shade for the in-between moments.

Four bedrooms split cleanly between adults and family. Three master suites — all with king beds, full ensuites, desks, and closets — look out over the pool and garden. The fourth is a kids' room with double bunks and twin XL beds, outfitted with its own enclosed outdoor ensuite bathroom, comfortable enough that adults take it without complaint when the group runs larger than expected.

The house shares a private acre and a half with its larger neighbor on North Creek Estate — the two rent separately or combine for groups running up to twenty-eight. This one strikes a more intimate scale.

Concierge service covers the details before you arrive — private chefs, massage therapists, whatever the stay calls for. Daily housekeeping and laundry keep things running, a botanical