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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, stereo
On the beach, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Drake Bay, Aguijitas, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Colorada
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake Bay Hiking Trailhead
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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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

NEWLY RENOVATED OCEAN VIEW PATIO for Nov 25. 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
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Drake Bay Beach. Breakfast (surcharge), concierge services and laundry facilities are available. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Services include a concierge
  • Steps from Drake Bay Beach and 3 minutes on foot from Playa Colorada
As a guest of Ocean Front Home Amazing View Air ConditioningLaugh Play Relax at Binya House, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

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
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Leave the keys in the back door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking permitted on the patio Be respectful of our property. It is difficult to get things to Drake. Please no self tanning products or sun oil on ou
You must bring your own animal bedding or contact us in advance about it. We might be able to give you old sheets to protect our furniture.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have stairs and balconies

Events

Events allowed
You must contact host about events in advance

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on the patio is okay

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: You must contact host about events in advance
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 deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 44 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We actually stayed at the Big Banana house next door as there was no power available at the Binya House. No fault of the owner or property manager on the power problems as they escalated getting things back up and running. The upgrade to the bigger house was nice but the first 2 nights we only had use of 2 hvac units and no hot water so we needed to move a mattress on the floor of one of the bedrooms to get our kids cooled off. Once power was fully restored, house was great. The location and views were amazing. The outdoor space was phenomenal. House was well stocked. Close to restaurants and beach. Owner and property manager very responsive and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

chuck p.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing, and the place was well-equipped with all the amenities you could need—especially for the beach and cooking.The only suggestion I would make is improving ant control. Also, adding steps down to the ocean would make this property truly exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Julian H.

Jose the concierge was the only redeeming factor, and the deck. The house is really old and run down, smelled like really bad disinfectant, the bathroom was the source of that smell, but the worst part was the amount of noise from trucks and motorcycles going by my window - 3:45AM and then from 5AM on … no sleep, left early, very disappointed. Drake Bay needs to insist on mufflers or electric vehicles. So bad!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Louisville, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, Comfortable Home with a Million-Dollar View and Attentive Hosts

My family is so glad that we chose this property for our three-night stay in Bahía Drake! The house was spotlessly clean and included everything that we needed. The beds were comfortable and there were more than enough outlets for charging all of our devices. The Wi-Fi worked well, when we needed it. The outside space is beautiful and comfortable and the view of Drake Bay is absolutely stunning! Getting to Drake Bay wasn’t easy, but once we arrived, we discovered that Binya House was in the perfect location with easy access to everything in town (including the beach from which many of the Corcovado tour boats launch). Things to note:- The host, Debra, and the onsite property manager, José, are incredibly friendly, helpful, and responsive.- The home includes gated off-street parking, which is a huge plus given Drake’s narrow streets.- The A/C units are located in both bedrooms. There is a twin bed in the common room (no A/C), but we were easily able to fit it in a bedroom so that we could all sleep with A/C.- Although the listing mentions washer/dryer and they are included in photos of the property, they are no longer available for guest use. However, there is a laundromat right across the street and the caretaker also offered to help us with our laundry.- During our stay, the power to the whole town went out for a couple of hours. The hosts couldn’t control that, but they quickly provided candles and insights to help us stay comfortable.100% recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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