Lattice House-A Bit of Bali in Costa Rica on a Private Nature Reserve

Dominicalito, Costa Rica

Villa
Bedrooms4
Sleeps10

Bathrooms3
Half Baths0
Min Stay4 - 7 nights

House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths, (Sleeps 8-10)

Special Offer! Last minute discounts for available dates in January (14-19, 27-Feb. 3). Contact owner.

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.

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Owner

Patricia (Pat) Williamson

Member Since 2007

Speaks:
english

Calendar last updated:
Sep 10, 2018

About 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.

Patricia (Pat) Williamson purchased this Villa in 2000

Why Patricia (Pat) Williamson chose Dominicalito

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.

Amenities

Internet
Air Conditioning
Swimming pool
Accessible
Satellite or Cable
Children Welcome
Washer & Dryer
Hot Tub
Parking
TV
No Smoking

Bedrooms

4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10

Bedroom 1
1 king
Bedroom 2
1 queen, on main level
Bedroom 3
1 queen, Lower level
Bedroom 4
2 twin/ single, May be converted to a king
Convertible bed(s)
2 sleep sofa /futon, Living sofas may be made up as twins

King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (2), Twin or Single Beds (2) Can be made into a king bed. Lower bedrooms have en suite vanities and lavatories.

Bathrooms

3 Bathrooms

Master
toilet, tub, outdoor shower, Copper tub for 2 and shower are on a private covered deck
Bathroom 2
toilet, shower, Main level
Bathroom 3
toilet, shower, Lower level

In addition, there is a beautiful glass block outdoor shower on the lower level patio.

Location Type

Beach View
The house has a spectacular view of the beach below, the Whale's Tail, and 40 miles down the coastline.
Mountain View
The house faces south, with ocean views to the south and beautiful mountains to the east.
Ocean View

Theme

Romantic
Family
Away From It All
Adventure

Meals

Catering available

General

Towels Provided
Plenty of bath and pool/beach towels
Telephone
Cell phone for use in the house
Linens Provided
Premium linens
Washing Machine
Two washers and dryers in the lower level laundry room with a laundry chute from the master suite.
Clothes Dryer
Parking
Large parking area
Internet
Satellite WiFi
Air Conditioning
All bedrooms are airconditioned.
Fitness Room / Equipment
Elliptical trainer
Wireless Internet
Iron & Board
Mobile Phone
Hair Dryer
Living Room
Entertainment center hidden behind sliding doors
Covered Parking
Carport for 2 cars

Kitchen

Coffee Maker
Dishwasher
Stove
Electric cooktop
Oven
Double electric oven
Microwave
Cooking Utensils
Fully equipped with stainless cookware, toaster oven, rice cooker, tabletop grill, blender
Refrigerator
LG French door
Toaster
Ice Maker
Pantry Items
Condiments, and many pantry items provided
Dishes & Utensils
Beautiful tableware for ten, with plenty of lovely serving pieces
Catering Available
American gourmet or Costa Rican fare
Kitchen
A pleasure to cook in with 2 sinks, a double oven, small appliances, gadgets, and plenty of dishes and pots and pans.

Dining

Dining Area
Dining
Beautiful coconut inlaid oval dining table
comfy seating for 10 people

Entertainment

Television
Flat screen TV in living area, televisions in 2 bedrooms
Satellite / Cable
(3) Satellite TV in living room, master, and lower bedroom
DVD Player
Books
Games
Video Library

Outside

Lawn / Garden
Extensive lawns and gardens around the villa and throughout the reserve
Balcony
The master balcony is the perfect place to enjoy the birds and animals in the morning.
Outdoor Grill
Deck / Patio

Suitability

wheelchair accessible
On the main level, there are no thresh holds, vanities are roll under, but the toilets may not be accessible for some chairs.

Pool / Spa

Private Pool
Full infinity pool, partially covered
Hot Tub
Under cover

Onsite Services

Massage
Private Chef
Concierge

Attractions

restaurants
health/beauty spa

Leisure Activities

paddle boating
walking
eco tourism
beachcombing
bird watching
horseback riding
sight seeing
whale watching
boating
wildlife viewing
photography

Local Services & Businesses

ATM/bank
groceries
hospital
Babysitter
massage therapist
medical services

Sports & Adventure Activities

rafting
swimming
golf
scuba diving or snorkeling
surfing
deepsea fishing
hiking
fishing
snorkeling
sound/bay fishing
whitewater rafting
kayaking
rock climbing
snorkeling/diving

Notes

Balinese furnishings hardwoods slate marble throughout, copper soaking tub, copper and stone sinks, dining table for 10, maid service, total infinity pool, 14 ceiling fans

76 Reviews

Exceptional5/5

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Amazing Villa and Reserve!

5/5

Stayed Aug 2018

Elissa M.

Lattice House is a stunning property. The view and sitting on the pool deck is better than the photos can show and the photos are amazing! You will not be disappointed. Lattice is very well maintained inside and out with all appointments needed. The long drive up to the property feels like you are entering an exclusive estate. The open air style is terrific and tropical while the doors with AC in the bedrooms offer a wonderful nights sleep. The best of both worlds. We surfed the local breaks and cooked a lot of our meals at home as we were so tired from the daily excursions. The kitchen has all the amenities to prepare meals. We liked that the house is not too far up the hill as many of more luxury residences can be. The driveway is on the main road and you do not have to hike up to the top on a bumpy road to get home from town or beach. My kids picked fresh fruit from the properties orchard and trees. We enjoyed the afternoon rains and the sounds of the birds and animals somehow are amplified off the canopy around the house. The outdoor shower and view in the master bedroom feels like you are in paradise as you are settling in for an evening home. If the Uvita / Dominical area is your destination this is your home!

Owner's Response:

Thank you so much for the wonderful review and for pointing out the advantages of Lattice House's location. After renting up higher in the hills, the location was a huge factor when we bought the property for our retirement home. I and my staff look forward to having you and your family again.

A truly Impressive property in a superb location!

5/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Jose G.Westborough, MA, USA

Describing the Lattice House is literally impossible as words cant convey the true beauty of the place. The house is simply magnificent and the only thing that surpasses it are the views and the setting. The house is in perfect condition and the description actually does not do justice. If you think that the pictures are pretty, being there blows any preconceived idea away. The house has everything that you need for an amazing stay with plenty of areas for families to be together and at the same time have their own areas when space is needed, especially when traveling with kids of different ages.

The property is simply spectacular from the views to the sounds of the forest and the walking areas available. If you like the idea of waking in the morning to the sights and sounds of the forest and take a hike that is as nice if not nicer that some of the basic guided hikes that you will find in some of the national forests, then you will love the Lattice House. It is a truly one of a kind place.

Our family found it's soul at Lattice House

5/5

Stayed Jul 2018

Jennifer G.

My family just spent 9 days with friends and our combined 3 kids at Lattice House. This was our first time in Costa Rica and we fell in LOVE. I don't know if the words I would use to describe this house would do it justice, it was BEYOND words. Sitting on the deck every morning with our coffee listening to the birds, oceans and howler monkeys in the background was like nothing we have ever experienced. Ana is amazing and her team Alexandra and Juan cook a wonderful dinner/breakfast. Pat made herself very accessible to us for any questions. Ana was wonderful when it came to making arrangements for our daily trips, van transportation from San Jose to Lattice House and recommendations. Everything she recommended was perfect.

The house was very comfortable, coming from Florida where we have the A/C on all the time we were concerned about the rooms being cool enough for us at night. The A/C in the bedrooms were cold. The house is so open during the day that you don't need A/C and the ceiling fans keep it very comfortable.

We will be returning to Lattice House next summer and as a result of this trip are planning on getting a home in the Dominicalito area one day soon.

Relaxing Villa

5/5

Stayed Jun 2018

Vladimir I.

Enjoyed my stay here with the family. Very safe, secure, private with gorgeous views.

Can’t wait to return!

5/5

Stayed May 2018

Lisa B.Wellington

Our stay at Lattice House was one of the most relaxing vacations we’ve ever had in Costa Rica. The house is superb in every way and the property is stunning. Pat and Ana are fabulous to work with and can attend to the smallest detail. We would definitely return in a heart beat!

AMAZING VACATION

5/5

Stayed Apr 2018

Ray D.

The first thing, a big thanks to Ana for doing an amazing job on arranging the back and forth from the airport, the rental car, the chef and our 3 day trips and any questions we had, she responding back with the local cell phone she left behind.

Now the house , it was perfect and just like the pictures on VRBO. We where 6 adults and this house has a lot of room for personal space when needed. Great location right between Dominical and Uvita and very easy to get around to both town for food and booze and our tour we book. The chef was amazing and i would recommend at list 1 night of local cooking, we did 2 nights and the 3rd night was left over. It's a very safe locations and the people are very friendly. the landscaping is like a resort, very well kept. their also a few trails on the property that are excellent. I could go on and on , but I will leave at this place was perfect and worth the 3 hours ride from the San Jose airport.

Thanks

Ray & annette