• "I've traveled up and down the Pacific coast of Costa Rica since the early 90's. I found Nosara and the Villas Canadiense in 2001, and I've never gone anywhere else since. The surf at Playa Guiones is more consistent than anywhere else I've been in Costa Rica, and the beach is pristine and feels like you have it all to yourself. You can't stay any closer to Playa Guiones than at the Villas, and when you're done at the beach you get to come back to your own private sanctuary with a private pool. Chico and his wife have been taking care of the Villas since I started coming down there, and when I'm there they make me feel like I'm home again. I've recommended the Villas to many people, and now they're hooked, too. If you stay there, you'll be happy you did." Pete Middlebrooks, Albuquerque, NM, USA
• We stayed at Villas Canadiense in November 2008 and we would highly recommend this place to everyone. The units were very clean and spacious, and the couple looking after the grounds and apartments were so friendly and helpful. If I gave a bundle of clothes to be washed, I got them back the same day all folded. This was great as we had been travelling before we reached Nosara, so needed washing done. The grounds and pool area are so peaceful and again spotless, well looked after. We so thoroughly enjoyed a lazy day swinging in the hammocks and reading our books, I want to go back now! Location - very close to beach and nearby shops and restaurants, all within walking distance. Hopefully we visit again someday. Roisin & Barry, Co.Louth, Ireland
• “We had an amazing time! Your condos are just fantastic! We couldn't have had a better time! Lelys and Francisco are a great asset to your business! They are just about the sweetest people I've ever met. They did such a great job and made us feel so welcome during our stay :) Thank you sooo much! We will definitely be returning to your condos! Hope all is well with you!” Lauren Melaragno, Columbus, OH, USA
• "My family has been staying at the Villas Canadiense for the past 8 years, sometimes as much as 4 times/yr.  We love it!  The villas are perfectly located, very close to the beach and an easy walk to the market or restaurants.  The beach is beautiful, sand bottom, great surfing and magical sunsets.  The villas are very nice, well-equipped, private, clean, and comfortable.  The pool area is a great place to read, relax or barbeque in the evenings.  The gardens are gorgeous.  This is our vacation of choice!"  Cymantha & Billy, Roswell, NM, USA
• "I'm a physician and my wife is a teacher. We now have a 3 year old son, who we felt safe travelling with to Villas Canadian in Nosara. We're veteran travelers to Costa Rica and the only place we ever care to stay is at the Villas Canadiense condos in Nosara. With only 4 large units on the lushly planted grounds, it's secluded, private and quiet. There's a large pool and outdoor area for lounging. The caretakers are incredibly welcoming and add a sense of security to one's stay. The beach is a walk on from the property, so it's incredibly easy access. Stores and restaurants are walkable, but far enough away not preserve the serenity and peacefulness one feels at Villas Canadiense. It's all true! ...we miss being there a great deal...as wonderful as Hawaii is, CR and your place is truly special” Daniel Lieberman, NYC, USA
• “Thank you to all of Villa Canadiense. We appreciate the ease of making reservations and we love the accommodations. The location is perfect, the gardens are beautiful, the condos immaculately kept, and the people are incredibly nice. Saludos.” Sarah Cooper, Phoenix, AZ, USA
• “We just recently stayed at the Villa Canadiense for a week. The only bad thing I can say is we didn't stay long enough. All the units are spotless and everything you need is there. The grounds are pristine and the beach is a 3 minute flat walk. Our 5 year old could do this with his boogie board. The staff felt like family. We are already planning our next trip.” The Thompson Family San, Clemente, California, USA
• “Hola! We just returned from our stay at the Villas and were so sad to leave Costa Rica. We have fallen in love with Playas de Nosara. Your villas complex is absolutely gorgeous (much more beautiful in person than can be seen on the website), and your staff, Chico and Lelys, were wonderful. Muchas gracias to them for their hard work! We had the most relaxing vacation in this beach paradise. The rhythm of our days was pretty much: coffee and breakfast by the pool; head to the beach for surfing, reading, swimming, kids digging in the sand, etc.; back to the condos for lunch, pool, and siesta; return to the beach for more swimming and surfing and the sunset(!); then another pool dip and stroll to a local open air restaurant for dinner, only to return for more swimming and cocktails by the pool. Perfecto! Also, many thanks to Ellie who helped me set up a wonderful anniversary surprise for my husband - a private dinner prepared by Debbie at Vista del Paraiso. It couldn't have been more perfect! We are already planning our next visit! Many thanks for a relaxing stay.” Linda Z., Idledale, Colorado, USA
• “My boyfriend and I stayed in bungalow #4 for 2 weeks, mid February. First, I would just want to express how happy your villa has made us. Having stayed at the XX hotel the last 2 trips down, we never expected to be as comfortable anywhere else. This year, we took the chance and decided to go with a self accommodating villa, and let me tell you how pleased we were to have made this decision. From the staff you have hired (Franciso and Ligia are the most delightful of people) to the bungalows you have made so cozy and comfortable; the entire experience was one we will never forget. Thank you for everything, Villa Canadiense has made our vacation and will, without a doubt be one of the fondest memories we will keep of our  holiday, we will definitely be pre booking come next year. Thanks again.” Faye Mamarbachi Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• "Had a great time. Villas Canadiense was wonderful. Housekeeping was always done on time, nice staff, it was a very big pleasure to go swimming in the pool on a hot sunny day (everyday). Thank you, had an amazing trip! We'll be back !!" Tsymbala Family, Alberta, Canada
• "Muchas Gracias. The stay was wonderful, rooms were the best, the staff were the best. We will return. Thank you." Tom, Tyler and Brandon (Scottsdale, AZ, Seattle, WA and San Diego, CA, USA)
• "Had a wonderful week! Great weather, good service by the condo staff and excellent restaurants. We'll definitely be back!" Ed, Sharon and Chris Mastel of Bogota, Columbia
• "Wonderful, Great Staff and beautiful landscape", Ben Johnson, Houston, TX, USA
• "This was my batchelor party!!! What a time. If I get married again, I'll do it again. Food was incredible." Tommy Tardie, NYC, USA
• "This is the only place we have ever visited where the actual facilities are better than the pictures on the website. Normally, we are always prepared for something less than advertised. VIllas Canadiense is a positive surprise!". Jamie and Wanda Turner, Los Angeles, CA, USA

One of the most consistent feedback items we receive is the common compliment on our staff. Following is a picture of two of our stars - Chico (Francisco, our groundskeeper) and Lelys (our housekeeper). We are proud of them both and the services they provide. Be sure to make their acquaintance during your stay. Our other consistent star performer is the daily sunset. Here is another photo of our beach at sunset. You can click on each image to see a larger version.

We have tried through our website, our descriptions, our references and pictures to reflect the beauty and warmth of the Nosara region of Costa Rica. However, we wish to encourage your feedback, your input and your experiences. If you have a favorites site, favorite photographs or a favorite story you would like to share, please contact us and let us know. Also, if you have enjoyed your stay with us, please let us know and be certain to tell others. If you have had any challenges along the way, please let us know these things as well. We will do what we can to correct the items under our control and perhaps we can influence others as well. Contact us with your feedback by sending an email message, a fax or a letter. You can also call us at the contact numbers provided.

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We would like to sincerely thank the people who made Villas Canadiense possible. A big wave of the old flag to say "Thanks" to everyone who helped out with our fun project.