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Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia

Family-friendly villa in Bahía Ballena with a hot tub

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Pool
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 95000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Dominicalito
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Dominicalito Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia

4 Bedrooms + Office/5th bedroom, 4 Full Baths (Sleeps 8 to 10+)
Casa Buendía is where modern architecture meets the rain forest above Costa Rica´s beautiful South Pacific coast. If you are looking for a contemporary home-base from which to explore and enjoy Costa Rica´s most amazing natural assets, look no further!

Spectacular coastal and mountain views abound in this 5,000 sq ft 4 bedroom luxury hideaway, which includes a large office with private bath (converting to a 5th bedroom if needed). Swimming pool, Jacuzzi, and Palapa-covered terraces beautifully contrast the clean modernistic lines of the house. The main floor surrounds a small inner garden courtyard and fountain. Large, bright fully appointed kitchen has granite counters, gas stove, and wet-bar. Adjacent dining and living rooms boast double-height vaulted ceiling, accessed from a gallery-styled passage and stunning vestibule entrance.

Sleeping Quarters on Top Floor w/ Best Views!: On the upper floor, an elevated walkway separates the swank, private master bedroom from another VIP guest suite, along with two more bedrooms, each with balconies and breathtaking views. A giant 3-car garage, laundry room and storage area comprise the lower floor below.

Uncommon Combination of Nature and Luxury: Casa Buendía is located on 2..5 acres (1 hectare) of forested land, bordered by a mountain stream on the westernmost limit, accessible via a private footpath. Toucans, howler and white faced monkeys are common attractions. Just to the south lies Ballena National Marine Park and Corcovado National Park, while Manuel Antonio National Park is a short drive away to the North. Surfing, sport-fishing, diving, hiking, birdwatching, mountain biking, horseback riding, sea and river kayaking and rafting, are just some of the activities offered in the area. Spa treatment, maid service and gourmet food preparation are available on request.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
There is a $15 fee per load of laundry to be paid directly to Isabel.
You are provided with brown towels, please use them for make-up removal or anything else that will permanently damage the white towels.
If you break or damage anything, please report it to the staff immediately. You can either replace it or we will charge you if we have to replace it.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this villa is in the mountains and near the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Travelling with kids? Consider Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Parque Reptilandia.
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Dominical, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Dominicalito Beach - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Playa Dominical - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Uvita Beach - 19 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moromo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Junta - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪nFusion Bistro - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Rainforest Villa Overlooking Costa Rica's Pacific Coast: Casa Buendia located?

This family-friendly Bahía Ballena villa is located in the mountains, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Playa Dominicalito, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Dominicalito Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Beate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay in this home surrounded by the jungle forest filled with the sounds of Howler monkey, toucans and countless tropical birds. The location was perfect for us as it was peaceful with amazing views and sunsets. It’s close to amazing restaurants and activities centers including Whale tail beach and Diving. The house was beautiful and very spacious. The only real issue we had was not having consistent hot water. The host’s property manager and vacation planner Dennis was a huge support for us as we planned our trip in advance and acted swiftly to find solutions to small issues we ran into at the house. The location to Quepos is a good hour away so we did need to drive. Oh and always book a 4 WD rental car for the drive up to the house. Great host and very nice house keeper
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeAnna T.

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

Quiet and relaxing

Great communication with the property manager. Accommodated all of our requests. Booked our excursions. Responded promptly to questions. The property is very clean and had everything you could think of. Plenty of space and bathrooms, inside and out. The grounds are neat and tidy. Secluded location, but only a short drive to the beach, stores, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

Amazing!

The location is fabulous! We were in the jungle with beautiful views of the Pacific. Monkeys were out every morning playing in the trees. We saw them each morning while making coffee. The pool, hammocks and lounge area were so relaxing. The huge windows throughout the property added to the experience. We enjoyed all the modern touches throughout the property. Isabel and her son were so thoughtful! I would love to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

edna h., Bellevue, WA

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

Beautiful, quiet, relaxing stay

Great secluded home with an amazing view. The communication with the property manager was great. They answered all our questions and inquiries promptly. The property is clean, kitchen is well stocked and the grounds are well kept. The drive up is a bit rough (would recommend 4 x 4 especially if it has recently rained). There are great restaurants close by -- Jolly Roger Bar and Scala are both amazing. The home has caregivers that live in the house (room off the garage).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Lillyanne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing spot!!

This is the most beautiful house in a great location. 4x4 is a MUST, the roads up to it are wild. Communication with property manager was amazing and they helped us get a tour guide on short notice. My only complaint is there is no ocean view by the pool like the pictures showed (the foliage totally obscured it). I was very disappointed, since that was one of the reasons why we chose the property. The balconies had ocean views in some spots. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this house, just know that the pool ocean view is not accurate!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Kimberly

Great property! The caretakers were so wonderful! We loved them! So helpful and kind! Loved the pool with the shallow areas. The shallow areas were a nice place to sit. Would also be amazing for young children. The pool was large. Hammocks were so comfortable and big. One of our group was always in one. House was very large and spacious. We had 9 in our group and had plenty of room. Balconies had beautiful views. Kitchen was large, spacious and well stocked. The grounds were absolutely beautiful and well maintained. The caretakers do an excellent job looking after the grounds. Over all wonderful experience! Beautiful home and property! Owners easy to talk to. They respond quickly and are very accommodating and kind.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

valerie d.

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

Merveilleuse villa

Superbe villa, les toucans qui nous rendaient visite le matin, deux familles et amplement de place pour tous. Je la recommande a 100%
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua H.

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

Perfect house, manager, and caretakers. Breathtaking views

My stay here with family and friends ages 15 month, 4 yr old, 14 & 17 yr old, and 4 adults was wonderful. We had a couple minor issues but they were took care of immediately. House is huge. Gorgeous views. Seen Toucans every day, Spider monkeys, heard the howler Monkeys, and plenty of other birds. The view from the top of the mountain to the ocean is breathtaking. I definitely recommend a 4wd car.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

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

Amazing views

Beautiful property. Amazing views. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eddie J.

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

A beautiful and tranquil paradise in the sky!

This home is a nature lover’s dream! It sits in the mist of a beautiful natural setting with no shortage of flowers, trees, and wild life: yet you have all the modern amenities at your fingertips! The owners were a joy to work with! They helped us research tours, chefs, and massage therapists! They were always very courteous and quick to respond! This home is located near beautiful beaches, great restaurants, and so much more! We woke up to the songs of howler monkeys! My only recommendation is to rent a vehicle with good traction and ground clearance! Overall, we had a phenomenal stay! I highly recommend this home, and all that comes with it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom F., Las Vegas, USA

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

Family vacation

Great home in a spectacular location. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Vacaciones Ensueño

La ubicación excelente, una vista incre+ible, cerca de las Cataratas y con todas las comodidades
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

michaelcgodby

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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