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Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services

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Living area
Property grounds
Exterior
Pool
A modern living room with a white sofa, striped pillows, and a wooden coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Puntarenas Province, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Playa Dominicalito
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Dominical
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Murphy Bed

Master Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services

Villa Kañik is celebrated for its unique and sustainable architecture, winner of the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2023 and recently featured by Condé Nast Traveller as one of the Best Places to Go in Central America in 2026.
Immersed in the heart of one of Costa Rica’s most enchanting rainforests, where the jungle meets the sea, the villa offers breathtaking ocean views and the soothing sounds of tropical nature.

Come experience why our Villa continues to capture the attention of world travellers.

Beautifully designed living area featuring jungle breeze and stunning ocean views. The house offers 5 bedrooms (2 king size and 3 queen size beds), 4.5 bathrooms, TV area, outdoor terrace with bbq and dining area.
We have a full kitchen with ocean and jungle views, Wi-fi, A/C, and an outdoor tub in one of the master suites.
Our infinity pool with sun shelf will be your favorite spot to relax and enjoy this paradise.

Located within the mountains of the rainforest, you will experience all the wildlife and beauty that nature offers, while enjoying the comfort of the villa.

The property is located in Dominicalito, 30min drive from Quepos domestic airport and 3hour drive from SJO international airport.

For your comfort, since June 2025 the property has been equipped with a power generator to prevent any inconvenience during your stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No third parties allowed to enter the property. An
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Close and Lock all doors and windows when leaving

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3459988
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
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this villa is in the mountains and near the beach. Uvita Beach and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Parque Reptilandia are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Puntarenas Province, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dominicalito Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Playa Dominical - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moromo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Kañik: ocean views, infinity pool?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Kañik: ocean views, infinity pool on Sep 17, 2026 start from $863, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa Kañik - Condé Nast Traveller Luxury Retreat with Concierge Services located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Dominicalito, Dominicalito Beach, and Hacienda Baru. Playa Dominical and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Villa with incredible views. Spacious and comfortable - beautiful layout. Perfect in every way! The pool was amazing. We loved all the birds, monkeys, butterflies. The service by the property manager, Katherine and cleaning staff, Jussy, was exceptional. The owner was very communicative. Highly recommend!! We loved every minute.
Infinity pool looking out over Pacific Ocean
Monkey visits
Spectacular sunsets!
A birder’s slice of heaven
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Retreat Near Dominical

Our group had a wonderful experience. The property was beautifully designed, offering stunning views of the ocean and surrounding area. It was the perfect location for a peaceful getaway, secluded enough to feel private and serene, yet close to the beach, Dominical, and Uvita. The amenities were excellent, including a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and a lovely pool that became our favorite spot to relax. The host was very responsive and reached out frequently to check on us. The drive to the house is short but quite steep and unpaved, requiring a 4x4 vehicle. With the correct vehicle, it is a not a major obstacle but something to be aware of after dark and in the rain. The breathtaking views and the tranquility of the location made it a memorable stay. I would recommend this rental to those looking for a luxurious retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 6, 2024
Thank you Ryan for staying with us! It makes us very happy when our guests have memorable stays in the villa and are able to experience the beauty and peace of our surroundings. You are welcome to come back anytime. Pura vida!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trooper S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb experience before and during the trip! They helped us plan all our events, down days, stocked our fridge and aligned local chefs 4 times during our stay.At the house, excellent in so many ways. Wonderful weather each day - mix of full sun, cloudy and comfortable and some showers here and there.Excellent view from the house and the local beach is just across the main street at the bottom of the hill from the house…superb place to go see the sunset!Security - felt safe the entire time!Excluded - no neighbors, only some further away. Peaceful!One day ordered yoga outside, brunch at 11:30, massages at 1:30…example of how much you can enjoy a day hanging at the house.This area overall is awesome! Or many tourists and Uvita is a quick 20 minute drive away. Fun place to go for the day!Recommend this house if you come to this area of Cosra Rica!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Adriana Alvarado

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I am Adriana, owner and property manager of Villa Kañik. My husband and I have 3 beautiful kids that grew up in this piece if paradise. We are a mix of cultures, Swiss Brazilian with Costa Rican blood all in one family. We love to travel, meet new people, be outdoors and do sports together.

We lived in the area of Dominical for more than 6 years, and our hearts belong to this magical place. We decided to build this home in 2022 so that we could always have a place to come back to, no matter where life takes us, we wanted to have a refuge, a place where we can go back to the roots and find our balance.

We are now very grateful to be able to share our home with you.

Why they chose this property

Dominical area is known as the place where the rainforest meets the sea. The beautiful scenario of the mountains reaching the coastline is unique. The area is green all year round, as it is part of one of the most dense rainforests of Costa Rica. The peace you will experience in the villa is unbeatable, surrounded by nature and wildlife, with 360 breathtaking views of the mountain and Pacific Ocean. The Villa is ideally located 1mile up the hill, and conveniently just 3 min drive from Dominicalito beach. A beautiful bay with tide pools at low tide and perfect waves at high tide for those who want to learn how to surf. Dominical beach and its classic surf town is just 7 min drive from the villa.

What makes this property unique

Villa Kañik is a place of perfect balance between a totally natural environment combined with luxurious accommodations with high end finishings.

Our concierge team is here to help you plan your stay to make it a memorable one!

Languages:

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