This place fits our family of 6 needs very well for our vacation next spring. But I am worried about putting money down since its for sale. The best price was through VRBO.com Should I be concerned? Any tips? Thanks. ... more

Make sure there is a clause as such in your rental contract. Pay with CC and frankly, in this economic market, the house is not likely to sell anytime soon. ... more

Thanks for the info. We are probally overworrying too abotu the safety since we have kids. I see playa grande has store and beach walking distance to most rentals? ... more

... suggestion: http://www.vacationrentalsoftamarindo.com/vacation-rental-home.asp?PageDataID=19329 For scuba diving, try Aqua Rica Diving Center and for Deep SeaFishing check on Capullo, Tamarindo Sportfishing, Kingpin and Rhinocharger. If you would like someone to help you with booking all these things and puting together your trip contact ... more

... car.. there are also scooter rentals. Most of the roads are paved but the road between Tamarindo and Langosta is not... The beach in Langosta is beautiful, secluded.... rocky in some areas but there are also areas where you can swim... The bach in Tamarindo is better for swimming and ... more

Paradisus... great hotel (if you are looking for an AI)... too far from Tamarindo. Need car rental or a 25 minutes cab ride for shopping in Tamarindo. Happy Snapper is a good restaurant near PPC, but most of the fun and good restaurants are in Tamarindo... more

... in Tamarindo proper. There are vacation rental resorts ... ... breakfasts or lunches in your rental condo. Your concerns about safety are no greater than in any North American city. Just be careful, leave nothing in a parked car, and take taxis or walk in groups in the evening. To explore detailed ... more