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Starting at $9,500 Starting at $9,500
Couples usually spend $22,000 Couples usually spend $22,000
Reception
$750 starting price
Bar service
$50 per person
Reception
$750 starting price
Bar service
$50 per person

About

On WeddingWire since 2018

Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas is a tropical private Estate hotel for couples' weddings in the beautiful beach community of Esterillos, Costa Rica. This private hotel owned by the Murdoch family offers guests access to 12 bedrooms, 6 event spaces, 3 private pools, a separate chef kitchen, and spectacular ocean views. Need more rooms? Additional lodging can be arranged for larger groups on the same private ranch property at our neighboring villas and condos. This exclusive, private, luxurious venue is the perfect intimate wedding getaway. Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas is on the coast, only 5 minutes from the beach, but located on a beautiful hilltop for refreshing breezes and spectacular ocean and jungle views!

Facilities and Capacity

This estate welcomes up to 70 guests to a couples' wedding in paradise. The Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas is an ocean-view ranch on a hilltop with 360-degree views. The estate comprises three villas with a combined total of 12 bedrooms, sleeping up to 30 guests onsite. There are six large event spaces in this jungle haven, two of which provide shelter from the refreshing tropical rains. New in 2020 is the Jungle Event Deck, where couples can enjoy a beautiful reception dinner with ocean views under the beauty of the large tropical trees. The betrothed won't need to rent doves for their ceremony as the venue sits in the jungle, surrounded by parrots, macaws, toucans, and other colorful avian visitors. This spacious property allows couples to marry on a sandy beach and say their "I dos" overlooking the water, on the rooftop terrace, on the garden side, or on the new jungle deck. There are plenty of open areas and cabana-like spaces among the three villas. Couples will find industrial touches, like concrete walls, mixed with bright colors and lush natural beauty.

Services Offered

Couples will find all-inclusive packages for their event, whether it's a ceremony and reception, an elopement, or another wedding-related event like a bridal shower, engagement party, or rehearsal dinner. Staff at the villa can provide bar and catering services, wedding cake, lighting and sound services, and event planning assistance. Nearlyweds will additionally find the time and aid needed to set up and clean after their wedding. All the while, they can relax and prepare in getting ready rooms on the property. A professional photographer works onsite at this venue to be ready at a moment's notice. There is also onsite parking, shuttle service, and WiFi for the couple, guests, and outside vendors. The happy pair will find event rentals and items for their wedding day, such as:

  • Aisle markers and runners
  • Altar/arches
  • Audio equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs with chair covers
  • Dance floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
  • Tents with tent accessories

Cuisine

This venue offers bar and catering services for weddings. There are tastings couples can attend to decide their menu ahead of time. They can choose from serving options on their wedding day, such as a buffet, cocktail reception, dessert, family style, hors d'oeuvres, outside cake, plated, servers, and stations. Bartenders serve a cash or open bar on the wedding night. They fill glasses for a champagne toast to the newlyweds, and they pour a selection of drinks for guests. Couples can bring outside alcohol, while the Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas can provide premium liquor, signature drinks, specialty beer, and specialty wine.

Accommodation

This large estate comprises three separate villas for couples to stay in. With 12 bedrooms sleeping up to 30 guests, the to-be-weds will find plenty of space for themselves, family members, friends, the wedding party, or any extra lucky guests. The estate also has overflow lodging at the neighboring villas and the condos located on the same private property, allowing larger groups the convenience of having all their guests in the same area. This extra lodging can be arranged for your guests by the Estate concierge. Couples can rent the villas for their wedding and be guaranteed to be the only party at the estate during the length of their stay. In addition to the many bedrooms, these villas offer three private pools, four full kitchens, and five event spaces. For larger events, additional lodging can be provided at other rentals close by, making this the perfect venue for any event of any size.

What you'll love about Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas

Couples love this magical venue, calling their wedding day here an "unforgettable experience." They describe Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas as the perfect wedding venue, highlighting its picturesque surroundings and the team's kindness and attention to detail. To get a feel for this stunning location, have a look at the Wedding Wire photo section and see the amazing natural beauty for yourself.

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$750

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$750

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

10

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

10

Describe your venue:

Beach
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate Fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
June
July
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

May
September
October
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Reviews of Del Pacifico Estate - Pura Vida Casas

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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
12 reviews
99% recommend it
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    4.8 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
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  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Pura Vida Casas is described as a picturesque and perfect wedding venue that exceeded expectations for several couples. Chloe, the wedding planner, was highly praised for her exceptional service and attention to detail, making the planning process seamless and stress-free. The venue itself offered beautiful surroundings, comfortable accommodations, delicious food, helpful staff, and a variety of activities, providing an unforgettable experience for weddings and other events. Guests appreciated the privacy, seclusion, and stunning aesthetics of the location, ensuring a memorable stay for all.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Pura Vida Casas is described as a picturesque and perfect wedding venue that exceeded expectations for several couples. Chloe, the wedding planner, was highly praised for her exceptional service and attention to detail, making the planning process seamless and stress-free. The venue itself offered beautiful surroundings, comfortable accommodations, delicious food, helpful staff, and a variety of activities, providing an unforgettable experience for weddings and other events. Guests appreciated the privacy, seclusion, and stunning aesthetics of the location, ensuring a memorable stay for all.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 12 reviews
Google
4.8/5 25 reviews
Sofía
Sofía M. Sent on 08/31/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Unforgettable experience

We had our wedding at Pura Vida Casas and it was, an unforgettable experience!
We couldnt have ve chosen a better place to have our wedding and holidays with our love ones.
The staff is amazing, venue is beautiful...surrounded by nature.

All services you need are accesible, although it is convenient to come with a car.

Wedding assistance was convenient for me since I was planning my wedding from abroad, and Noe was of great help! it was quite challenging but and the end we managed to plan the perfect event, my expectations were definetely achieved.
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Jan K. Sent on 01/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

"Mom- this was everything I wanted and MORE!"

This quote "Mom- this was everything I wanted and MORE" summed up the wedding and entire week. Everything was PERFECTION from our pre-visit to the venue and through the entire event. Chloe was beyond helpful. Her vendors and suggestions were amazing. Trust what she says. Whenever there was a hiccup (there weren't many) she found a fast solution. This is a perfect place for a wedding, family reunion, girls fun time, etc.
Lindsay
Lindsay Sent on 01/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Indescribable!

I’ve been putting this review off for far too long because I don’t know how to put into words how amazing everything was. We rented the 3 villas on the property and had our wedding on the lawn. The entire week blew us and our guests away. Chloe, the wedding planner, photographer and property manager is super woman. She made the entire experience so easy and painless. People kept asking me how the wedding planning was going the days leading up to the wedding and if I was stressed. I never felt any stress and I give all the credit to Chloe!
Everything was perfect. The food, the florals, the cake, the villas, the staff, the tours, the shuttles… everyone was absolutely amazed at how perfect everything was and how Chloe handled everything with such ease. The best part was I had one point of contact the whole time. I didn’t have to schedule or arrange with multiple vendors. Chloe handled everything. I recommend this place to everyone now. A wedding, family reunion, wellness retreat… it truly was a special place and we’re so grateful we found it!
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Team

Chloe  Murdoch
Chloe Murdoch
Villa Manager & guest Services
Noe Erickson
Noe Erickson
Wedding & Event Specialist
Janet & Donald
Janet & Donald
Onsite Care taker & Cleaning Services

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