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Views of the Whale's Tail and the coast all the way to the Osa. Turquoise days-

...ever-changing pink and purple evenings.

Approach the villa through the reserve via the royal palm-lined drive

Arriving day or evening---Lattice House welcomes you.

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Pool

Breakfast available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Gym

Explore the area

Dominical, Puntarenas

Quepos (XQP)44 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Lattice House provided the trip of a lifetime. It was an incredible house. The property was meticulously maintained, bea...

Christy P.

Apr 10, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Futons

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Private Nature Reserve. Stunning coast views. 3 minutes to the beach.

Lattice House is the ultimate tropical villa. Set in a 60 acre private reserve, 3 minutes above beautiful Playa Hermosa, surrounded by jungle, you will enjoy spectacular ocean views from every room, the decks, and the infinity pool.

Enjoy its unique Bali modern architecture, and custom-designed finishes and furnishings, all imported from Bali. Lattice House was built and has been lovingly maintained as my home, and you will feel as though it is your own private paradise for your stay.

You will have an onsite manager/concierge and an onsite chef to take care of your ground transportation, activities, catered meals, and restaurant reservations, so that you can spend all your time just relaxing and enjoying your stay.

Lattice House is conveniently located half-way between Dominical and Uvita, right off the coast highway. You won’t have to spend your valuable vacation time driving up and down mountain roads to enjoy incredible views and privacy. The reserve encompasses large park-like spaces, orchards, and jungle, with trails leading to numerous streams and waterfalls. In any direction, you see only white water coastline, mountains, or rain forest. On any given day, you may see and hear howler and white-face monkeys, coaties, tayras, agouties, sloths, toucans, aracaries, hummingbirds, parrots, and dozens of other bird species, all from the house decks.
Lattice House is a spectacular place, and I am happy to share it with our guests.

The master king bedroom, one queen bedroom and two full baths are on the main level; two bedrooms (one queen, two twins or one king) and a full bath are on the lower level. There are two sofas in the living room that can be used as additional beds.

Lattice House has all the amenities you expect in a luxury home and much more: partially covered total infinity pool with heated jacuzzi; four covered patios and decks; air conditioning in all the bedrooms; slate and marble floors and bathrooms; lattice work and hardwoods from Bali; outdoor master bath with copper soaking tub; lower floor walk-in outdoor shower; copper and stone sinks; fully equipped, stainless steel kitchen; beautiful furnishings, artwork and accessories.

Lattice House is a unique house in a very special property. We look forward to sharing our piece of paradise with you.

Keywords: House, views, reserve, villa, infinity pool, beach, concierge

Property manager

Patricia (Pat) Williamson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Ocean view

Pool

Hot Tub

Breakfast included

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Pool is right outside living area and unguarded.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside.

Important information

You need to know

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Mexico and Central America

Dominical, Puntarenas

Getting around

Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬8 min drive
‪Sibu - ‬6 min drive
‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬7 min drive
‪Uvita Beer Garden - ‬9 min drive
‪Mirador Don Roger - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Nature Reserve. Stunning coast views. 3 minutes to the beach. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Private Nature Reserve. Stunning coast views. 3 minutes to the beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Nature Reserve. Stunning coast views. 3 minutes to the beach. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Nature Reserve. Stunning coast views. 3 minutes to the beach. ?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Private Nature Reserve. Stunning coast views. 3 minutes to the beach. located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Playa Hermosa and within 6 mi (10 km) of Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool. Playa Dominicalito and Punta Uvita are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Davena R.

Jun 24, 2024

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Beautiful scenery and sounds of nature

The owner, Patirica was wonderful, she answered all our questions before and after booking. We had to make a change and she made it easy. Thank you, Pat! Ana became our go-to person and she was fabulous! She arranged our ground transportation from/to San Jose airport. One person was delayed and Ana was quick to make arrangements for them. They were scared riding alone, but Ana assured them they were in safe hands. She arranged for Alexandra’s crew to prepare our first meal, it was exactly what we needed. Ana arranged for our car rental, massages, tour activities, wrote up an itinerary and messaged us before each activity. Anything we needed Ana was just a message away! Thank you, Ana! The House is spectacular with plenty of space to yourself or to come together. The view was beautiful, whether relaxing in the pool or hot tub or on the deck, taking in the scenery and sounds of nature. Bring good binoculars and be prepared to share with animals and insects. Recommend ziplock bags for food. The outdoor showers were a favorite! The hike to the Waterfall is strenuous, walking sticks and good hiking shoes recommended. Use insect repellent (especially on the tours)! *READ THE HOUSE BOOK! Highly recommend the Jungle ATV Tour, Guillermo and Alejando were our tour guides, and they were great! And the Chocolate Tour with Ronald. His wife makes the absolute best smoothies! I had to write a shorter version of everything but we HIGHLY RECOMMEND staying at the Lattice House!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy P.

Apr 10, 2024

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Nothing short of amazing

Lattice House provided the trip of a lifetime. It was an incredible house. The property was meticulously maintained, beautiful yard and pool and the view was out of this world. It was 2 minutes to Playa Hermosa and is by far the best beach. You can rent an umbrella and loungers at the beach and the kids took surf lessons or you can rent a board. Ana helped plan surf lessons, horseback riding on the beach, ATV tours and the private chef. The private chef was great. The meals were delicious and she left the leftovers in the fridge. Everything was seamless and Ana was prompt in any responses - she even scheduled a rental car to be dropped off at the property and booked us a car to and from the airport. She was fantastic. A true vacation of a lifetime. There is not one negative thing I could say about this stay. It is a must for a true stay in tropical paradise.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay b.

Apr 5, 2024

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Lattice House

The house and property are great

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

Mar 21, 2024

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Great location & a wonderful stay!

The house is extraordinary and we had a wonderful stay. The concierge Ana is exceptional and very helpful with everything from tours to surfing lessons to dinner reservations…

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Feb 1, 2024

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Trip of a lifetime!

Six family members stayed at this AMAZING house for 11 nights. The views take your breath away. What we enjoyed the most was having some drinks in the infinity pool while watching Toucans, monkeys and other wildlife roam about the property. There was plenty of room. In fact we didn't even use one of the bedrooms. We had Alexandra cook 5 dinners and 3 breakfasts for us. That might be my biggest recommendation. We found the prices of going out to dinner to be the same as in the U.S. However we received a better value (and food) from Alexandra. We ate out on the deck most nights. There is always a little stress we feel when vacationing outside our country but Ana and Angie completely removed any and all stress! They had the rental car delivered to the house, they made dinner reservations, help design excursions and then sent reminders of what the days activity was with directions. They also scheduled two massages for the women who said they were terrific. We went on the ATV jungle tour, Osa canopy tour and went to the Manuel Antonio National Park. All HIGHLY recommended! I was nervous at first driving in a different country but found it extremely easy. We split time between Uvita and downtown Dominical which are right on the main road. 4x4 is an absolute must if your dinner reservations lead you to Bar Jolly Roger or Gusto and Scala. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing house with us! You helped create memories my family will never forget!

Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina J.

Jan 6, 2024

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Lattice House was stunning

Amazing property and grounds! The support from owner and managing staff was excellent. Loved all of it!!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A., Durango

Nov 29, 2023

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Paradise in Costa Rica!

We had such an amazing time at Lattice House. It really is a special place. I honestly cannot think of anything that could have improved our stay. We were so enthralled by the amount of wildlife on the property, the incredible landscaping and views. The outdoor showers were such a cool experience and its hard to be home and enclosed! Ana has got to be one of the most welcoming humans I have ever met. She was so incredibly nice and added so much to our stay by showing us the house, giving us such valuable information, and always being available for questions and help with anything that comes up. We also very much appreciated the security on the property and staff living on site. I know of several people who had their rentals broken into in this area so it gave us peace of mind to have excellent security in place. The cooking staff was also top notch and we enjoyed the food SO much. They were so kind and everything was perfect. We also very much appreciated the laundry room with so many extra towels and robes as it would take days for things to dry. We kept talking about how the pool was the nicest we have ever swam in. Everything was perfectly clean, comfortable, and the kitchen had literally everything you could need. Sibu Cafe, Scala and the Gastro Park were favorite restaurants in the area. Playa Hermosa was the perfect beach to relax and boogie board/surf at and they have lifeguards! It was a vacation we will remember forever!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter C., Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Nov 23, 2023

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Heaven on Earth

Gorgeous Balinese house that blends perfectly into its mountaintop jungle setting and boasts spectacular views, ocean surround sound, and amazing wildlife. It was the perfect week-long vacation setting for us and our well-travelled daughter and two grandsons (ages 8 and 9), who pronounced this their favorite vacation ever. Beaches, horse riding, and other activities are nearby, but we found it hard to leave this amazing place between all the nature walks, constant wildlife appearances, infinity pool and hot tub, outside showers, on-site massages, and the amazing kitchen crew. Alexandra, Juan, and Naca were an amazing team that kept us extremely well-fed--breakfast and dinner--all week long. Ana provded all manner of local concierge support--so affable and responsive. Owner Pat--from Texas--also passed on superb advice from afar. Everything about our Lattice House stay couldn't have been more perfect ... many thanks to Pat and her incredible team!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

una g., Ruskin

Sep 9, 2023

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Celebrating family at Lattice House

From the moment we saw Lattice House on VRBO we fell in love. Little did we know that the actual experience would surpass everyone’s expectations. We travelled with our children and grand daughter to our favorite place on earth: Costa Rica. Lattice House is a spectacular property; easy to find off Rte 34, convenient to everything but special in a way that leaves you with unforgettable memories. A special place that captivated us with all the amenities plus some that you would expect from a well managed, well maintained property. Pure Avida…we’ll be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Aug 22, 2023

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Relaxing in Paradise

Our stay at the Lattice House exceeded our expectations! It is a beautiful property in a great location. The hike to the waterfall was a highlight. The property manager, Ana, was very helpful and took care of all our needs. The meals cooked by the private chef were delicious. We very much enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning in the future.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Aug 11, 2023

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Incredible Experience

There isn’t enough words to describe the incredible experience we had while staying at the Lattice House. The grounds were immaculate, and the amount of wildlife we saw on the property was amazing. We had so many fun experiences animal watching everyday we decided to name all our little friends we saw. Can’t forget to mention the hike to the waterfall on the property. Such a fun adventure! This was by far the best trip of our life. The staff was exceptional. Ana is top notch and made this entire trip smooth for us. She was always in communication and very quick to reply if we ever needed anything like directions or suggestions for beaches etc. Alexandra’s cooking was fantastic. We loved having her come in and cook us meals. We even added on an extra day because we enjoyed her cooking more than going out. I don’t think any other trip can compare to the experiences we had here. My family and I have memories that will last a life time! Thank you for having us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott P., St. Petersburg, FL

May 30, 2023

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Best Vacation Ever

My wife and I’ve been to a lot of places, and have rented many vrbo properties. This was by far the best one. You simply will not believe this place. Between the massive grounds to the amazing house, you cannot help but be impressed. You hear all of the sounds of the rainforest at all times because you are basically in one. Unobstructed view of the ocean and Whale’s Tail. Completely safe with 2 guards on property. Ana is great to work with while there, and will help with anything you may need. Great house for a group, but also perfect if you just want seclusion. Look no further!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary G., Toronto

Apr 29, 2023

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Fabulous Lattice House

Paradise! At the risk of sounding like a worn out cliche I can't think of a more appropriate word to describe Lattice House. We have just returned from eight glorious days there and Pat (the owner) has graciously asked if there is anything I can think of to improve the experience. After a lot of thought I came up empty. Lots of positives though: 1: The location midway between Uvita and Domenical is excellent, beautiful beaches great shopping and restaurants. 2: Ana the concierge is amazing, incredibly attentive, thoughtful and full of terrific suggestions for activities and side trips and apparently able to arrange just about anything. 3: The house itself is nothing short of stunning. There were six of us and we barely made a dent in the available space. It is beautifully appointed inside and out which is important because the Costa Rican climate means that inside and outside are virtually synonymous. The pool/Jacuzzi area, and outside shower were big standouts for me. It's hard to imagine anyone not falling in love with this place. Pura Vida indeed!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

samion s.

Apr 12, 2023

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Great location, incredible views

The house was in very clean and everything was in working condition, the jacuzzi was in perfect working condition and got hot very quick, which was a huge bonus. The beds were comfortable, sheets were soft. Toucans and monkeys visited us daily… What a great spot. One of our best stays in Costa Rica so far… thank you 🙏

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Landon W.

Apr 6, 2023

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Best Vacation EVER!!!

Hands down our best vacation ever. The Lattice House is amazing. Wonderful layout, abundantly equipped with all you need. AC in bed rooms and ability to have “open air” throughout with a multitude of aptly placed sliding doors and windows. The wildlife and landscaping on the property is like a fairy tale. We saw coati, pecari, exotic lizards and frogs, monkeys, toucans, and other exotic birds in the back yard! The view from the back deck is amazing. The kids had a blast in the pool. The locals are the most wonderful people and the culture is absolutely beautiful. The house manager, Ana, did an amazing job helping us plan our trip, and it truly wouldn’t have been the same without her support and input. It was much appreciated for first-time CR visitors like us. The Uvita/Dominical area is wonderful. Although I’d like to see other parts of CR, it would be tough for me to pass up what I know is wonderful when we book our next trip. Plenty of markets, restaurants, shopping, activities, and glorious nature nearby. Not too crowded from tourists either. We would 100% recommend this house and we have full intentions of returning again to stay at Lattice House in the future. Be warned…. During and after your stay, you will most likely want to move to CR :). It’s a place like no other. Pura Vida!!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim E., Goshen

Mar 19, 2023

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Stunning property

Our family of four, including two older teens, was overjoyed to call Lattice House our home for the last six nights. The home itself is stunning, perfectly outfitted, and somehow luxurious in every way without being overstated. The bird-watching on the property was fantastic. The call of howler monkeys from above and below the house kept us on the lookout for mammals as well. While we didn't see the monkeys, we did see multiple agouti and coati every day. It was remarkably easy to work with Anna, the property manager, both before and during the trip. She arranged for a driver from the airport and had the rental car dropped off at the house. Additionally, we had Alexandria cook dinner for us on two evenings. Both were exceptional meals. Anna also recommended and arranged our activities. We were already fans of the Uvita region and had been looking for a truly relaxing escape from which to revisit the area. Lattice House more than delivered. We can't wait to return.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Jan 31, 2023

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Our days in paradise!

Our time at the Lattice House was (most likely) the best vacation my wife and I have had. We were there with two other couples (friends from our Church - First Presbyterian of Oceanside) and had a blast. It was the first time in CR for all of us. The staff was amazing, and Ana went above and beyond for us. I left my prescription sunglasses at the house when we left last Saturday. I contacted her and not only did she find them, but went to DHL to ship them to me. We had two meal prepared for us and were great! Spent most of our time enjoying the pool and all of its amazing views. There were tons of wild animals to observe and photograph. It was quite the "show" every day, right outside our backyard. We went to two restaurants (one in Uvita and the other north towards Domicial) called the Beehive and La Parcela. I highly recommend both. Go to La Parcela for a sunset meal, as all tables have an ocean view. Great value too. Had a lobster plate special that included three (yes three) whole grilled lobsters for $38 USD. Crazy good. Cannot say enough about how wonderful of a time we had at this property! Thanks so much, everyone (Pat, Ana, etc.) for an unforgettable week in paradise.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

Jan 22, 2023

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Wonderful Lattice House

A beautiful home and property. We saw many animals and beautiful birds. A very peaceful, relaxing location.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norma k., Reno

Jan 10, 2023

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Magical Lattice House

We were family of 6 and we stayed at Lattice House from Dec. 19-26, 2022. The communication was excellent with Pat (the owner) and Ana (the property manager). Ana made all the arrangements from transportation from/to San Jose, tours, rental car, surfing lessons, chef and restaurant reservations. Our time at Lattice house was truly a vacation. One BIG pleasant surprise for us was that there were no mosquitoes or flies at the house or at the beach. We brought bug sprays that we did not even use. Lattice House is a beautiful property. Everyday we used the pool. We loved the outdoor showers – just felt part of nature. The chef, Anne, was very good and we ate most of the dinners at home. We had the best view, best food and perfect time together. I recommend hiking to the waterfall (we hiked 3 times there). It is so magical where it seemed like our own private waterfall where we can swim. It was just pure magic. For anyone visiting Lattice House, I would recommend closed-toe hiking sandals (to hike to waterfall and swim) and open-toe hiking sandals for the beach. All of us would recommend Lattice House for its beauty, comfort and totally worry-free vacation. Thank you so much Pat, Ana, Chef Anne and everyone who made our family holiday vacation Magical. We will definitely return.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky I., Dallas, Texas

Sep 20, 2022

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WE LOVE LATTICE HOUSE!!!

What an incredible location! We fell in love with Lattice House and have already booked to come back again next year. If you're on the fence.... DON'T WAIT! BOOK THIS PLACE!!!!

Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

amanda q.

May 6, 2022

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Magical

I didn’t expect to feel the way I felt while staying on this property. I keep describing this trip as “soul filling” the property was so magical we didn’t even want to leave. The accommodations were more than I could have ever anticipated. So grateful for the experience we had, that we were able to share with our friends and family. Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pete E.

May 4, 2022

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Amazingly beautiful!

The best family vacation we've ever had mostly due to the Lattice House and the property. All 6 of us enjoyed the entire space (indoors and outdoors). The hiking trail to the waterfall and pools on the property was the perfect day trip and we didn't even have to get in the car. The host and concierge, Ana, had impeccable communication during the lead up to our trip and throughout our stay. We plan to revisit in the future for sure! Thanks Pat and Ana!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Apr 22, 2022

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2nd trip to the Lattice House

This was our 2nd time coming to the Lattice house and it was amazing. The view is incredible and we love how close it is to dominical, playa hermosa, and uvita. The house has everything you need and we enjoyed going for walks on the property and to the waterfall. Ana the property manager is great and arranged our transportation to and from the airport and our car rental. We really enjoyed our time here it was a great vacation !

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Mar 14, 2022

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The Happiest Place in the World!

It is hard to find words to express how much my family enjoyed our stay at Lattice House the week of March 5-12. We had high expectations from the website, but the real house exceeded those. It was stunning! The view down the coast is a 10 out of 10! I have done architectural design for thirty-five years, and found Lattice House exceptionally well planned and situated on the property. The seventy-five acres shared by only two houses provided a wonderful sense of privacy; while one of our favorite activities of a busy week was the hike to the waterfall on your website. What a beautiful place! Ana, the property manager, was a delight with whom to work, coordinating our dinner arrangements and the numerous activities of our grandchildren. These included zip-lining at Hacienda Baru, two private surfing lessons in Dominical, and a horseback ride to Nauyaca Falls. When we weren't out, Alexandra's cooking at Lattice House was restaurant quality and reasonably priced. My family looked forward to the dinners and breakfasts her staff prepared during our stay. We will be returning to the Ballena Coast with some regularity in the coming years, and definitely plan on making Lattice House our accommodation

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S., Alexandria, VA, USA

Feb 19, 2022

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Amazing way to enjoy Costa Rica!

Our group of 9 friends enjoyed absolutely everything about our friends’ getaway here. The house is as beautiful as all of the pictures, and there was nothing missing to make the stay any better. The house was sparkling clean, the bedrooms spacious and comfortable, it was quiet except for the sounds of the animals, and Ana could not be any more helpful or responsive. Having her help makes it easy to enjoy the best of the area. The food prepared by the chef upon our request was always fresh and delicious, and the ease of having a few dinners served at the house was most welcome. We have zero complaints and all hope to return for a future trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Patricia (Pat) Williamson

My late husband and I purchased the property in 2000, and finished our retirement home in 2007. We loved the whole 3 year process of working with the Costa Rican and Balinese architects and designers and overseeing the building of our dream home. We originally planned to live there full-time, but that was before 15 grandchildren came along, and we decided to split time between Costa Rica and Houston/Galveston. Unfortunately, he did not live long after Lattice House was completed, and I decided to spend more time at my home in Galveston, near family and friends, and to share my home in Costa Rica with others who will love it as much as I do. I still get to spend about 3 months a year there--mostly in the summer when I can escape the Texas heat! I have wonderful friends there and treasure every minute I am there. We have wonderful times---hiking, swimming, boogie boarding, bird watching, and sharing wonder meals at home and in local restaurants. The picture is from a dinner at Lattice House on my trip last summer--me in the middle rear, surrounded by some of my closest Costa Rican friends who are fortunate to be full-timers, and Michael McCoy, second from the right front, from Bali, who was the primary designer and who continues to send new furnishings. Since that picture, he has had made for me beautiful new coconut dining chairs. Lattice House and Reserva de Achiote are my love, and all the rental income goes to its upkeep and improvement.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I wanted to retire to the tropics and in the early 90's started looking in Costa Rica. We loved the idea that it was so democratic and had no army. The first place we visited in 1993 was Dominical, but at that time there was no paved road from Jaco, and we decided it was just too remote for our later years. We looked all over CR, and by the time we decided no place was as beautiful as the southern Pacific coast, the road had been paved to Quepos and there were a few crucial amenities. We spent 3 years looking at property and finally in 2000 found Achiote, the most beautiful, accessible, and private property in the area. I retired in 2005, and the next day we were on a plane to our paradise.