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Perfect Location, Walk to Beach, Infinity Pool, Luxury Decor, Fast Free Wifi!

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, travel cot, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20418 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Dominical, Puntarenas (province)
  • Playa Dominical
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the area

Ballena

When you stay at this villa in Ballena, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Playa Dominical and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. .This beach villa is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Hacienda Baru.

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 5 min walk
  • Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons - 6 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru - 1 min drive
  • Playa Dominicalito - 4 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Perfect Location, Walk to Beach, Infinity Pool, Luxury Decor, Fast Free Wifi!

You will get your own personal concierge and my manager takes an active role and is always available and well as guests can always personally email or call me and get an instant response. Don't make the mistake of picking a home run by a management company that will not available when you need them or that looks good in pictures but is a 5-10 minute drive up a bumpy road. Villa Alegria offers an incredible value and service that is hard to beat and my family and my team always work to provide the best value to our guests!

Ocean Front, Mediterranean style Villa with dramatic views, features four spacious master suites all with ocean views. Three of the en suite bathrooms feature double showers with windows facing the Pacific and the fourth, an ultra private modern glass shower. All suites offer outside access, three of which have ocean facing glass French doors with screens and the fourth with a full wall of french casement windows to allow one to fully enjoy the breeze and relaxing sounds of the waves crashing below.

Nestled into the mountainside under plush rain forest canopy, Villa Alegría is one of the very few properties available which offers both the privacy and views you desire and the close proximity to amenities and ease of access. 200 meters (220 yards) down the mountain, you will find access to Roca Verde restaurant and beach, as well as access to the main thoroughfare which runs throughout southern Costa Rica. It is only a five minute walk from Villa Alegría or a quick two minute drive for you to dip your toes into the warm Pacific waters. Dominical Beach, a world famous surfing location, is only one kilometer (less than a mile) from the house and the beaches of Dominicalito, Playa Hermosa, and the extraordinary Playa Ventanas in Ojochal are all easily accessible by car. The elevation of the property provides the perfect balance of amazing views, privacy and access, ensuring your experience will be unforgettable!

Bask in the gorgeous Costa Rican sunshine on our extended patio or cool off in the beautiful infinity pool overlooking the ocean and tropical landscaping. You will be amazed by the wildlife! Our guests regularly report seeing butterflies, hummingbirds, toucans, coatis, agoutis, huge iguanas and even sloths in the area! Locally handcrafted benches on the covered patio are the perfect place to enjoy the spectacular sunsets and outdoor dining furniture is available for your use. Villa Alegría also features a beautiful double hammock where you can snuggle with your loved ones or relax and read a book from our library while listening to the waves.

Villa Alegría's four spacious Master Suites all have ocean views and en suite bathrooms. Three of the bedrooms are outfitted with king beds, the fourth bedroom features a queen bed and all 4 bedrooms include futons for seating or extra guests and air mattresses are also available if needed. We are a family friendly house and also offer a Pack n' Play for infants and toddlers, as well as an infant bathing tub for your use. All rooms have spacious closets and both ceiling and personal fans, along with individual air conditioning units if you prefer. We always encourage our guests to take advantage of the very special location and let the sounds of the ocean waves lull you to sleep and help us to protect Costa Rica's pristine environment by keeping energy use low, but know that even the most adventurous travelers sometimes need a break from the tropical heat!

Special amenities include books and games for your friends and family to enjoy, a personal concierge with over 10 years of experience arranging and assisting our guests' ideal vacations, washer and dryer on site, and a United States based VPN, which will allow you to access all streaming and subscription services which are otherwise blocked in Costa Rica. (Netflix, Hulu, Spotify, Pandora, etc.) If requested, owner can reassign the VPN to your country of origin during your stay so that you may access country specific internet services. The property has also recently had over $50,000 in upgrades!

The rental price include professional cleaning before and after your stay, but housekeeping services during your visit are available for a small fee. We can also arrange chef prepared meals, tours, adventures and excursions, transportation to and from the airport, and most anything else your heart desires!

Villa Alegría is our dream home and we want your visit to be just as special and amazing as our time in this beautiful country, so please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or suggestions. Pura Vida!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this villa include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Todd Harris

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4500 sq ft (418 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Perfect Location Walk Beach Infinity Pool Luxury Decor Fast Wifi

Perfect Location, Walk to Beach, Infinity Pool, Luxury Decor, Fast Free Wifi! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deney P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
I cannot say enough amazing things about this place!! Beautiful view and a great location central to so many activities. Todd booked us last minute when we were unable to get our rental car to our previously booked VRBO. Monica welcomed us upon arrival and was quick to respond to all messages. Overall, this was a welcome hiccup in our well plann we d
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kam h., Boise, ID

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home in Paradise
This is an amazing vacation home for your group. All of the communication was timely and concise before our arrival, including a video on where to turn from the highway, accessing the gate, all the way up to the entrance. Accommodations: beds were very comfortable and turning on the AC at night really made for a comfortable sleep. The pool was a necessity for the hot days and we all used it multiple times from morning til night, kitchen and outdoor grill accessories were plentiful for meals and dishwasher worked perfect. Loved the shower pressure too. Location: outstanding view of the ocean. I was a little concerned by the proximity to the highway but there was little to no traffic noise. You could access the beach quickly and a 4-5 min drive to Dominical or 15-20 for the supermarket in Uvita. We will be back to rent again. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible stay!
Just wrapped up a 6 night stay with a group of 7. The place is incredible! If you could even imagine, the pictures don’t do it justice! The views and the sound of the waves are just amazing, especially when you’re floating in the beautiful pool watching them. The place is easy to get here, the house is gorgeous, all accommodations are very comfortable and spacious. There are a few regular iguanas that hangout by the pool which were so fun to see. Definitely looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable!
We have traveled a lot around the world and this is the most beautiful villa we ever stayed in! The location can't be beat. The amenities are fabulous. You drive down a VERY steep driveway and in a few minutes you are at the beach and shops. It's not really walkable. The view can't be beat anywhere. We saw and heard the waves all day. Amazing!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week
Wonderful property. 4 couples stayed for a week. Marlon provided great services including arranging a sunset cruise and chef services for an evening meal of mahi-mahi and beef tenderloin for one party member. Close to Quepos(great fishing, caught 5 sailfish) and close to Uvita. Plenty of recreational activities available. The pool area was perfect for lazy days. Loved every minute of it and would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pawel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location big house
Everything you need for a large family vacation. Big rooms, good lay out. Second time here.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi P., Alpine, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home with space for everyone
We had a great time here. The pros: en-suites in each bedroom, good internet connection, close to dominical and easy access to sites, ample seating outside, the pool was perfect. The view is amazing. We hired a chef to do breakfast every morning, it was a great start to the day. The property is obviously well-managed and cared for. Communication was easy and the property manager was responsive. The cons: wow, the hill to the house was steep, my sister definitely had to brush up on her stick driving skills. The beach within walking distance is wonderful and secluded - but beware there are of course no life guards. The seating in the main living area could be better. It echos and there is no AC in that space. The extra fees for more than 10 people was not clear in the listing. The daybeds were sufficient but a little short for adults. We would definitely stay here again. I’m fact, we are in process of choosing a date next year. Overall a great property in the perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa View!!!
We had an incredible stay at Villa Alegria! Very spacious, private bedrooms with ensuites, incredible ocean view in a quiet location, a short jaunt down to an amazing secluded beach (with a good exercise on the way back up)! Marlon, our concierge was quick to respond and offer suggestions and contacts. Playa Dominical was a great place to learn to surf and we enjoyed cooking fresh fish on the BBQ from a local vendor! We were very blessed to relax in this beautiful place with special friends!!! Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
This home was a perfect set up for our multi family vacation. Four private suites with outdoor access or balconies, exceptional views, infinity pool, large deck, with hammock, expansive ocean views, close proximity to Restaurants and surfing in Dominical and other nearby activities, all made for an unforgettable vacation! Although it is walking distance to the ocean, there is no clear path, extremely steep path and a highway in between. We ate out a lot (fairly inexpensive) as we discovered that the kitchen was lacking in supplies and only had a toaster oven and microwave, no full sized oven. In short, we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this home to others.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phenomenal Views
We love visiting Dominical and the house was a great location with a view you will never get tired of!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Perry L., fort worth tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location missing much of what you need and expect from Vrbo
Cooking at this place is next to impossible, as the little necessities are missing
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tsili S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We will come back…
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayla C., Denver, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
My family had a wonderful stay here. The property is beautiful and easily accommodated our family of 7. The pool and view of the ocean was spectacular! Marlon was so helpful with pointing us in the right direction for activities and was available to answer all of our questions about the area since it was our first time visiting Costa Rica. We can’t thank him enough. The house is located in an area close to amenities but also private and tucked away. We loved our experience and hope to visit again someday!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything as promised.
Absolutley stunning property in an amazing town. One of the best vacations my family has ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claus M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family reunion
Sitting on the patio or swimming in the infinity pool we had a gorgeous ocean view, beautiful sunsets and enjoyed the tropical animals: monkeys, iguanas and different tropical birds. Except for large salad bowl we didn’t miss anything. All question we had were be answered and solved by Marlon who was easy to contact. The property is taken good care of, the gardening company and the pool boy were very discreet. To satisfy the action addicted boys we rented surfboards and hiked to a nearby waterfall (15 minutes drive and ~2.5mi walk one way). The spacious villa is a very family friendly place (we were 6 adults and 2 kids 2&4years) and a perfect spot to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, ocean view and pool. Great place overall for 13 people. Safe place.
Great vacation in a good property with great ocean view and pool. Very good rooms and space for all the family and ages. Excellent communication with the property manager who helped us with tours and orientation. I strong suggest to renew the towels (too old) and change the dishwashing machine (was working but need to renew) and the freezer. But overall great place.

4/10 Poor

Brenda P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Was not happy ....
We arrived expecting to see a bright and beautiful house... but were disappointed as it felt like the house had not been cleaned for awhile. Although we were warned that there would be bugs and critters around as this is Costa Rica.... we were not prepared for what we got! We couldn’t sit outside without getting attacked by some thing. There were nests (wasp?)on the bedroom decks.. so was unable to sit out on them. The kitchen was not well equipped for the eight guests. The bathrooms were musty and mildewy. We did enjoy the pool and beautiful view. Beds were comfortable.

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation
This is an absolutely beautiful home! Everything you need and so much more than you would expect! Beyond a fully outfitted kitchen, an abundance of beach towels and beach bags with every room, coolers, body boards, more than ample seating both inside and out! Todd, the owner provided all information you will need for a first visit to Dominical. Marlon, the property manager was attentive and offered help with whatever we needed at a moment's notice! We were so sad to leave such a beautiful place and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria S., Spring, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway for my 15 yr old teenager and family!
We had a large group stay with us at the property. It was 6 adults and 11 children. We had plenty of room for all us to have our own space and the house had a air mattress that helped a lot. Would definitely recommend this vacation home to friends and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation with plenty of local extras!
2 families including 2 teenagers and a toddler and this vacation had something for everyone! The home was clean and beautiful and when the kids weren't in the pool they were exploring around the yard for lizards and other wildlife. The house manager Marlon was extremely helpful in assisting us with zip line and horseback riding reservations, directions, you name it! The town close by had great shopping and food. It's hard to go wrong with this house and location!

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

Trip of a Lifetime!
A group of my friends and their children from several different countries all connected in Dominical and we enjoyed this house for my 40th birthday. It was perfect. Beautiful, easy, and colorful design that made everyone feel happy. Wouldn't have changed a thing! We had a wonderful time being half adventurous and half relaxed. The food in town was delicious everywhere we went and the markets has everything we needed. The pool provided nice relief during the hottest part of each day....and of course at night once the kids were asleep :) We hope to be back in the future! -Katie
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynda P., Bolton, Ontario, Canada

Dominical delight
Beautiful location with the best sunset views around. Comfortable home. Super space for a large family or a couple of families. They certainly must be doing things right because this was our second stay in this home.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

nicole r.

Great location great pool
This house was great location, close to beach and town of Dominical. Great home for 7 with 3 young kids. Pool great for kids. Communication with Todd and Marlon was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

Beautiful home in a beautiful place!
We absolutely loved staying here. We had 7 adults total and it was more than perfect. The location was phenomenal (although driving for the first time in Costa was a living unnerving) and the house was very modern. The pool, especially with the perfect sunset views, made me never want to leave or do anything else. I want to address a few other concerns some posted, especially because some in our trip were worried about them. First, you are staying in the jungles of Costa Rica.. bugs are going to get inside. We had a lot of centipedes because was the end of rainy season. They’re harmless and can be easily swept away. They do like the first front bedroom, so plan accordingly for who will stay there. I personally did so others wouldn’t complain and didn’t mind it at all. The gaps in the doors are a little large so a rolled towel underneath helps. Secondly, the security was great! There are tons of cameras, security lights, and door and window bars. The alarm system reassured us a lot. It would be nice if it could be set at night though while we’re sleeping but otherwise no issues. Plus it’s a gated community. Marlon picked up groceries for us in advance and selected the best produce for us! Very much worth having him do so as our flight was delayed and we came home to cold beer and snacks waiting. The landscaping made our photos and videos look astounding and we saw monkeys, iguanas, lizards, and tons of birds at the house. Todd and his family have a beautiful home and we’re thankful to have enjoyed it... and definitely plan on returning!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Q.

Absolutely stunning home and local scene
Todd and Marlon made our stay absolutely magical. We celebrated my husband's 40th birthday with family and friends for 2 weeks. The home is more beautiful than pictures can show. The drive up to the house is steep and exciting and yields the most gorgeous view of Dominical. They were very informative about the local beaches and restaurants. The infinity pool is heavenly and perfect for adults and children with views that cannot be beat! There is quite a bit of wear and tear on appliances and air conditioning due to the tropical setting but if something arises or needs repair they immediately respond. The town of Dominical is rugged and genuine and a true surfing haven. Local restaurants and sightseeing are a must. I highly recommend going to Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. A great way to see local wildlife without getting taken by the "guides" at Manuel Antonio. And the view up there of the coastline is breathtaking. Nearby Playa Hermosa is a great beach. We also ventured to Playa Venturas 25min south and it was so rewarding. I highly recommend Nuayaca waterfalls as well. They have hiking, horse, and driving options. Overall I cannot say enough wonderful things about Villa Alegria and it's location. We awoke to natural beauty everyday and the house is perfectly arranged for all types of groups, friends, and/or couples. We will definitely be back! Pura Vida!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018