New places in Town! ::Little Cafe Santa Rita::

One of the newest additions to Tamarindo is the adorable little cafe and market called Santa Rita. Along with a cozy patio, you will be impressed by their selection of fresh baked goods, local coffee, and even gluten-free treats. Not in the mood for a sweet treats? No problem! Santa Rita also has savory items on the menu including fresh, organic quiches and salads. Just looking for a mid-morning pick-me-up? Maybe try one of Santa Rita’s fresh fruit smoothies to hit the spot! The owners are incredibly friendly and helpful, and you will definitely feel welcomed in this thoughtfully designed atmosphere of the cafe. Enjoy yourself in the quiet cafe or even on the peaceful patio or meet friends for lunch at Santa Rita! Check out their Facebook page for specials and photos!

Photography: Katherine Stinnett Photography

Tour Suggestion:: LA SENDA::

If you’re looking for a fun and unique adventure during your stay in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, you will definitely be amazed by a visit to La Senda. La Senda is a property that sits only 20 minutes outside of town and is 74 acres consisting of partly tropical dry forest. Owners Griet and Ann welcome you to their property and give a small background chat about their property, all of the food produced on the property, and the construction of the labyrinth. The labyrinth on the property is the largest in the world and constructed completely out of cacti! After a short introduction you will be guided through the labyrinth and even led through a ten minute guided meditation. Following your tour of the labyrinth you will be welcomed to the dinner table out on the lawn under the stars where Griet and Ann will serve you a phenomenal three-course dinner focusing on food grown on their property. La Senda offers these dinners on Friday nights and reservations are required, but you can check out their Facebook page for more information on the week’s dinner theme. Also, their website offers more information on the history of the property and the owners.

Photography: Katherine Stinnett Photography

Tamarindo Feria!!! EVERY SATURDAY IN TOWN

On your visit to Tamarindo, Costa Rica you have to make sure to check out our local farmer’s market in town! The Tamarindo Feria is a one-stop shop for all things local including fresh produce and seafood, yummy baked goods, handmade arts and crafts, live music, and even fresh-cut flowers! Each year the market has grown, and this year they have expanded to a new location with plenty of room for the local food truck (make sure to try Eat My Taco) and plenty of parking. The market is open every Saturday from 8am-1pm, but the best time to stop by is in the morning for a cup of coffee and fresh pastry before it gets too hot outside. During your stay at Sueño del Mar Bed & Breakfast, make sure to ask about the market, and we will be happy to give you directions!

Our beachfront hotel in Playa Langosta is the perfect setting for your next Costa Rica vacation.

Photography by Katherine Stinnett Photography

Our Tropical Flower

Here in Costa Rica we feel very lucky to be surrounded by an abundance of incredible tropical flowers! In our suite you can regularly find a bouquet of these calla lilies, and it’s no surprise to us that these flowers come from the Greek word ‘beauty’. They are a popular choice for weddings and special events because of their ivory white petals and lush green leaves.

Cala lilies come in different colors, but the white variety is the most classic and is used most frequently for special occasions and weddings. This is why we find it to be the perfect flower to welcome brides and grooms into our honeymoon Luna suite!

Although they are called lilies, the calla lily is actually not a lily at all. They grow from perennial bulbs, originate from South Africa, and their roots are actually poisonous. But the calla lily creates a beautiful white bloom that grows tall and is hardy in hot weather, making it a perfect flower to put on display here at our beachfront bed and breakfast!


Our beachfront hotel in Playa Langosta is the perfect setting for your next Costa Rica vacation.

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MARGAUX GAMBLE PHOTOGRAPHY 
http://www.margauxphotography.com/ 
KATHERINE STINNETT PHOTOGRAPHY
www.katherinestinnett.com 

Sueno del Mar Sweet & Sovory Breakfast Options!

If you’re looking for sweet and savory breakfast options to start your morning, here at Sueño del Mar Bed & Breakfast we offer you both! When you first step onto our breakfast terrace we will greet you with a cup of Costa Rican coffee or herbal tea. Our very own in-house chef Lili will prepare your meal, starting you out with a plate of fresh tropical fruit. Here at Sueño del Mar we always have the freshest selection of local produce with an assortment of fruit usually including mango, banana, papaya, watermelon, and pineapple.

 

Following your first course of fresh fruit is usually the savory portion of our breakfast. Each morning is different, but one of our favorite savory dishes is a typical Costa Rican breakfast plate of fried eggs, gallo pinto (beans and rice dish), and fried plantains and cheese.  

Remember to save room for a third course of breakfast, as Lili likes to send out something sweet to complete the meal. The dessert portion of our breakfast is always homemade and fresh out of the oven and can include anything from cream cheese-stuffed french toast to warm fruit pastries. One of the yummy options is also a fresh banana pancake, which never disappoints! 

When deciding on a place to stay for your Tamarindo, Costa Rica vacation, consider our boutique bed and breakfast where we can spoil you every day with a three-course breakfast on our breakfast terrace tucked in our gardens overlooking the beach!

Photography Katherine Stinnett Photography

  

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our friends from the United States! Here in Costa Rica we call Thanksgiving the Dia Accion de Gracias, and though it is not a Costa Rican holiday we definitely like to take the time to reflect and be grateful.

What are we thankful for this Thanksgiving? We are thankful for the sunshine that graces our beaches and gardens and warms our souls. We are thankful for the staff here at our hotel who keeps our property beautiful and ready to greet our smiling guests from all corners of the world. We are thankful for being in Costa Rica, where Pura Vida really is the way of life here, which is why this country is always ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world. Lastly, we are thankful for our guests, new and regulars, who come to our beachfront bed and breakfast every year to rejuvenate, relax, and enjoy all our property has to offer. If you have visited us, thank you! And if you are considering paying us a visit, we thank you as well! Wherever you are, we hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!

ATV tours in Costa Rica!!

Costa Rica is the perfect destination for adventurous travelers, and here in Tamarindo, Costa Rica we have plenty of opportunities to explore! Along with being a famous spot for surfing, Tamarindo is also an ideal destination to check out the scenery while riding an ATV (all terrain vehicle). Set out with a guide to explore the beach, the rugged trails in the tropical forests, and the mountains in and around Tamarindo. An ATV tour is an exhilarating way to check out the area's scenery including several varieties of native trees such as teak and guanacaste trees. While you are admiring the trees from your ATV, be sure to keep your eyes open for wildlife! Howler and capuchin monkeys, several species of birds, and even armadillos may be seen along the way. Most ATV tours also take you on a trip through a Costa Rican town where you can encounter the local farms, markets, and friendly faces.

Here at our boutique bed and breakfast we will be happy to set up your ATV tour! Most tours last 2-3 hours and can be taken in the morning or the afternoon. The ATV company will provide you with a guide for your group, helmets, refreshments, and even round trip transportation from our bed and breakfast. Remember to wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes, as well as sunscreen and insect repellent. If you want to hop in the ocean on the beach portion of your ATV tour, we suggest wearing a swim suit under your clothes and bringing a towel.

ATV tours are a unique way to experience the scenic views and local charm of Tamarindo, Costa Rica! Make sure to let us know here at our bed and breakfast and we will set you up with the best ATV tour guides in town!

Our beachfront hotel in Playa Langosta is the perfect setting for your next Costa Rica vacation.

Tribal Make Up fashion shoot at Sueño del Mar

Both Margaux and Sarah are wedding industry professionals who met through the grapevine and instantly became friends and creative collaborators. Photographer Margaux and Makeup Artist Sarah both split their time between Washington and Costa Rica.

Only being in proximity for limited times during the year, Margaux and Sarah teamed up for their second styled masterpiece with model Alejandra, stylists Andrea and Felicia, and fashion consultant Lisa Montalvo for a tribal inspired beach shoot.

The ladies chose Sueño del Mar for it's luxurious, yet relaxed, beach atmosphere. The gardens tropical flora and charming tuscan feel of the casitas were an ideal setting for capturing the essence of natural beauty.

To see more of Margaux's work click http://www.margauxphotography.com/

To see more of Sarah's work click http://www.sarahrorvig.com/

 

You will feel right at home at our beachfront Bed and Breakfast located near Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

The Guanacaste Tree, Costa Rica's National Tree

"Enterolobium cyclocarpum, commonly known as Guanacaste, Caro Caro, or Elephant Ear Tree, is a species of flowering tree in the pea family, Fabaceae, that is native to tropical regions of the Americas"

At Sueno del Mar Bed and Breakfast, we planted our first guanacaste tree 21 years ago by the first owners, Susan and Gregory.  It' s a young tree but already is giving us much shade and adding beauty to our beachfront property. 

A family of howler monkeys often visits us and hangs out in this tree...offering our guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of Costa Rica's wildlife, allowing you to take pictures of them and also film their loud voices... if you can copy their sound, you will feel like you can communicate very good with them!

               

During your stay with us, enjoy our Guanacaste tree and take a look to see if the monkeys are resting like you at our Bed & Breakfast.

Our beachfront hotel in Playa Langosta is the perfect setting for your next Costa Rica vacation.

 

          

Your Costa Rican Wedding Day

It is sometimes the smallest touches that we remember most on our Wedding Day.  Whether it's a delicious breakfast the day after with all your family and friends or a lovely flower decoration floating in the pool, at Sueno del Mar we want to create lasting memories for you and your loved ones.

You will feel right at home at our beachfront Bed and Breakfast located near Tamarindo, Costa Rica.

Photography by a Brit and a Blonde (www.abritandablonde.com)

Wedding Coordination by Liquid Weddings (www.liquidweddings.com)