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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 16670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Playa Dominicalito
    12 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru
    2 min drive
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary
    5 min drive
  • Quepos (XQP)
    33 min drive

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About the area

Ballena

When you stay at this villa in Ballena, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Playa Dominicalito and Hacienda Baru. .This villa is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Playa Dominical and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons.

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Playa Dominical - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate

FEATURES
• The Villa is rented with a minimum of 5 rooms for accommodating 10 or less people. (The hotel will only be rented to your party so it is private)
***3 additional rooms can also be rented if there are more than 10 people in your party. 11-12 people: 6 rooms. 13-14 people: 7 rooms. 15-16 people: 8 rooms. $50 per night per person over 10 guests. A maximum of 16 guests can be accommodated.
• Events can be catered for: Weddings, Engagements, Vow Renewals , Anniversaries
• Fantastic for retreats as each room is private suite. Space for yoga is available, etc.
• All rooms have Air-Conditioning, Balconies, In-Suite Bathrooms, Toilets & Showers, Safes security box.
• 70 square meter Infinity Pool
• Exterior Ranch with Bar and Interior Wine bar
• Outdoor Shower
• All Towels Supplied for Bathrooms and Pool
• 30 mbps Wireless Internet
• Spectacular Ocean and Mountain Views
• Observation Tower overlooking the jungle great for Nature Viewing
• Elevation 1000ft/300mts above sea level
• Parking for 8 vehicles
• Private Chef available for on site dinners as well as a private masseuse. (There are additional costs for these services and the Chef's menu/prices and the masseuse's rates can be provided)
•Free Concierge Service to help with car rental, shuttles, tours, excursions, etc.
• 7-8 minute drive to Highway and Dominicalito Beach
*The villa is on the mountain and so a 4 x 4 vehicle is needed to safely reach the villa.

We are located approximately 3.5 hours from the SJO San Jose International Airport in the Dominical area of Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
Villa Ambiente takes the phrase 'postcards from paradise' to an entirely new level.

The Villa was formally a boutique hotel with management converting the Property to an exclusive Private Villa. Featuring eight fully-equipped bedrooms, a breathtaking infinity pool that overlooks the mighty Pacific Ocean, two bars, and a fully stocked kitchen, Villa Ambiente is a top-of-the-line vacation rental nestled in the lush green hills of Dominicalito (Little Dominical).

Those who visit say it’s like having your own mini resort within a completely private estate. This is outdoor living at its finest.

A 7-8-minute drive from the coastal highway into tropical jungle, Villa Ambiente's immaculate living area spans more than 7,000-square feet and includes a large villa, split-level pool deck in a five hectares estate of pristine forest. The grounds are optimal for hosting a range of social events, including family reunions, weddings, retreats and anniversaries. Events of this variety have been staged on the grounds multiple times!

Open the front door and your vacation dreams quickly become a reality.

A beautiful, natural-light garden and flowing water fountain greet visitors on arrival. There are four private bedrooms adjacent to the first-floor garden. Each room has its own air conditioning unit, bathroom, secure safety box and private patio.

Past the garden is a grand entertaining room complete with soft-to-the-touch sofas, love seats and tables. An immaculate wine bar is nestled on the right side of the room, the perfect place to unwind with a glass of chardonnay after a long day under the Central American sun.

About that sun: you'll have plenty of time to catch rays out at the 40-foot infinity pool, which is second to none in terms of location and looks. And don't even think about packing towels on this trip. We have you covered from the moment you arrive to the second you say 'adios!'

The pool is lined with layout chairs and tables with Umbrellas for shade, and outdoor shower, and a barbecue is always on standby to crank out some local fish.

On the west side of the pool deck, the side that's closest to the ocean, sits an outdoor tiki bar that easily seats a half-dozen guests. If you ever wanted to pretend you were Tom Cruise in 'Cocktail,' mixing drinks behind your back and tossing tequila in the air, this is the premier spot to work on your libation-making skills.

The kitchen, also located on the first floor adjacent to the wine bar, is completely up to date with stainless steel appliances, filtered water, a beer/wine cooler and dishwasher.

While most of the action takes place on the first floor, there are four additional bedrooms on the second floor. Each of these high ceiling rooms features a king bed, balcony, safe security box, air conditioning and bathroom.

Above all that, on the third floor, is a small lookout area good for gazing into the nearby jungle. Grab some binoculars and go up there because you never know; you might just see a family of white-faced monkeys or a couple of Parrots out there.

Villa Ambiente is that kind of special place. We would be delighted to host you!


Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional features at this villa include concierge services and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

PATRICIA RODRIGUEZ

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 7 spaces)
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 7212 sq ft (670 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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 are allowed on site
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate Villa
Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate Ballena

Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karey L.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great trip!
Our stay at Villa Ambiente was absolutely wonderful! There was a group of us celebrating my birthday and it was the perfect place to stay! From the moment I first chatted with Patricia, until the very end, she was so helpful, responsive, and kind! All of her referrals for the chef, Chef Pedro, to the massages by Angelica, so the adventures we took, were spot on! The house is just as pictured and the location is great!every person who stayed at the Villa left feeling extremely satisfied and full of happiness. We will stay here again! Many thanks to Patricia( Chef Pedro and Angelica!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Occo v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion Tico Style
The Villa Ambiente worked out to be a perfect location for our family to enjoy both a reunion and a celebration of our 50th Wedding Anniversary.There was lots of room for all of us to hang out without being on top of each other, and the pool was a great hit with the 6 children. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well stocked, and the environment was outstanding. The Villa is a real gem and we are so glad that we found it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Incredible family vacation, from the start Patricia was fantastic making sure all our needs were met. She arranged our chef Pedro: he and his staff prepared the most delicious meals, and secured our excursions. The house exceeded our expectations, with 17 of us, 10 adults and 7 children there was plenty of room for everyone. The open air floor plan and pool provided all the space and entertainment that a family our size needed. The views were breath taking with daily visits from parrots and toucans along an occasional visits from monkeys. The location and region of Costa Rica is all you need, from convenient shopping to a variety of restaurants. Many thanks to Patricia and her staff, we are already discussing plans for our next vacation at Villa Ambiente.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R., Bremen, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Ambiente
We had an amazing time! The property is beautiful with a stunning view. The individual suites were perfect. We were able to see a lot of wildlife & hear the howler monkeys each day. Patricia was very gracious & extremely helpful & responsive. Dominical is beautiful & the people are amazing! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation
We had an amazing time staying at the villa. The housekeeper Kris was great and kept the place clean, Giorgio there groundskeeper cleaned the pool and make sure any necessary repairs were done quickly, Patricia was great at planning the excursions. If you stay here make sure you ask for chef Pedro. He is an amazing chef we hired him for all breakfast and most dinners. It was worth the money. The food was amazing, the cleaned up before and after dinner. The experience was magical.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream Wedding
Our daughter wanted a destination wedding to Costa Rica and gave us 3 months to plan. We are from Alabama. Patricia is AMAZING! She connected us up with the most amazing people: photographer, guitarist, violinist, makeup artist and chefs. I read all the reviews before booking the villa. We rented 3, 4 wheel drive vehicles. All the reviews said the hill is worth it once you arrive at the villa. It is FANTASTIC! Once you open the front door you immediately know you are in a special place:) We also went on excursions that Patricia can help you plan. We went zip lining and I am not brave. It was awesome. ATV excursion, the newly weds went canyoning/waterfall repelling, kayaking, surfing and we reserved horseback riding but it rained that evening. Also, we chose to drive from the San Jose airport. It was 3 1/2 hrs but mainly because you drive slower. The highway was fine. If this helps our daughter thanked us for her DREAM WEDDING! PuraVida❤️
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
We had thirteen friends for a week here. The property sits up on the side of the mountain in the canopy of the jungle w/wonderful species of tropical plants, birds, monkeys, and a great view of the Pacific Ocean. Patricia is an amazing planner she helped us with all our excursions (ATV tour, ZipLine), a massage day & transportation, our driver Edgar was great, very accommodating and informative. We had two days of in house prepared meals (food of your choice from a local menu), our chef Pedro and his staff were great. Our stay at Villa Ambiente was a memorable one for all of us. Many TXS.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle living at its finest
We had a fantastic day. Patricia was very responsive and took care of our every need. Our only concern was the possibility that our 20 passenger 2 Wheel drive bus would not be able to make it up the rough mile and a half road to the villa in a downpour, but we were lucky and it was never raining when we were riving.. Four-wheel drives are definitely recommended. But staying in such a quiet bird filled paradise made the extra effort to get up there more than worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jerome
Awesome place. Everythin 5-star but I wish thay had supplied some drinking water!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Best fam Vaca!
Really, the country, beautiful! The house, fantastic! The manager, super attentive snd helpful! Weather, perfect! Excursions.. exciting and so FUN! Can’t remember a better trip!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Shana W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
**Serious issues, not worth what they charge. Lots of other options in the area.***
The ad is MISLEADING as to the condition of the house and the view. The house is old, tired, and not being taken care of. On arrival it was dirty and not cleaned properly. Dirty floors, and the kitchen smells like rotten fish. Dirty dishes left behind. Cabinets were cleared out of any kind of pantry items. The pots and pans are garbage and scratched up. No wifi until the 2nd day of our stay that was on and off. No propane for the BBQ, and then ran out of propane for the stove, with no spares. Broken appliances- drink fridge and fans. The only TV in the house is in the living room with no services. Bedrooms are dated, in poor state, with views blocked by bush and trees. The master bedroom seen in the ad (2nd level with the only ocean view) is only available at extra cost that was not mentioned prior to heard from the pool deck. The “Ocean View” in the VRBO pictures dated and inaccurate. There is barely a view of the ocean as trees and brush have grown since blocking 90% of the view. The pool was broken about a foot below level and not filtering as a result. Over 10 days it became disgusting. It was never fixed. All furniture is old and broken down. No beach equipment. Water pressure is on and off, and shut off for 5 days by manager trying to fill the well. Wasn’t able to shower several days. The house next door is a garage with banging, grinding and barking dog all day. Random people walk through the house without warning. Manager will ignore your messages when confronted.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peyton C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful hillside Villa
Amazing Oceanview property. 7 separate suites, big pool, outdoor dining area. Well cared for, perfect for large group. Owner was great and very Accommodating. Worked well with us and provided extra recommendations. Definitely love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Ambiente was Magical
It's a bit off the beaten path, and that's exactly what our group was looking for. It was worth every second when we got to the Villa on the hill. It's not often that you can say the property is better than the pictures, but this is definitely one of those times. It exceeded all of our expectations from beginning to end. Patricia was great and extraordinarily helpful in organizing our activities (which are so plentiful, it became difficult to narrown down), it made coordinating the trip a breeze. Couldn't recommend the property, or Domenical as a destination in a magical country any more than I do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, excellent management
Villa Ambiente is a beautiful facility. It was a short (5-7min) drive from a beginner surf beach (Dominicalito), and about 3 minutes longer to a more advanced surf beach (Dominical). The jungle was amazing, the pool at the property perfect. Patricia was always available to help with scheduling excursions. She dealt with any problems we had immediately. The beds were comfortable. The rooms were air conditioned and had everything we needed. I highly recommend Villa Ambiente and Patricia!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
30 year Peace Corps Costa Rica reunion
Villa Ambiente was spectacular. The views were amazing. The rooms were great each with its own bathroom plus extra bathrooms at different areas of the common areas. Pool was big and outdoor areas were able for our group of 13. Host was super helpful and responsive. Driveway was long and a little steep but not too bad. Used the road to the place as a morning hike and run. Just across the road to Dominicalito beach and Dominical and Uvita towns. Lots of wildlife to view from the place. All in all an amazing place for a group of friends and couples to be together. Definitely recommend this place and plan to come back here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

leeanne v., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vibe, View, and Location
Great house with a layout that allows for everyone to be together while still allowing privacy in your sleeping rooms. Pool is large, great views, good outdoor furniture, and a huge table for meals. Every bedroom is the same size- very roomy. Just across the street from Dominicalito beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margo H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream vacation
We loved our stay here. It was so beautiful & very private. We had our family of sixteen and we had plenty of room for everyone. The pool was beautiful and that’s where we spent most of our time. Highly recommend staying here. Patricia was very helpful with activities and any issues that came up.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and luxurious
Wonderful property in a great location. Exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Gathering
Everything was as pictured. Pool was outstanding. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H., Nantucket, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Private Boutique Hotel
This was my second stay here at this villa. It's a great place to stay for large groups. I love the layout and the beautiful fountain and greenery outside of the rooms. Everyone has their own space and there are plenty of areas to sit and spread out around the vila. We watched wildlife and heard the toucans daily. The pool is big and fun for all! A couple of downsides would be the outdoor furniture is a little tired and sag in the middle from the years of hosting. Nothing has been updated in the last 7 years since I've been here. The kitchen is small and the items for cooking meals are showing their age or nonexistent. I mentioned to the caretaker that the kitchen needs an overhaul so hopefully they will take that into consideration. We hired a chef for 3 nights and that was the best decision ever. The caretaker was awesome at the time of our stay and was available if we needed anything last minute. He went above and beyond to be an excellent host! Overall, it's a great place to stay surrounded by nature and fantastic views. Just hire the chef and you'll be good.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

susan k., Clayton , USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Our stay at Villa Ambiente was amazing, it really did exceed our expectations. I bought a group of yoga friends for a week and we really enjoyed it . We will definitely be back . It is close by to some great restaurants and waterfalls. we had the Private Chef cater for our evening meals they where amazing. Yoga mats and equipment would be nice for the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carissa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
This is our 3rd trip to Costa Rica and our best VRBO experience. The property is gorgeous. We had a couple of technical issues, but Landon took care of us quickly and is an amazing host. Sonja was super nice and a pleasant surprise. We will recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain stay in Costa Rica
The property was managed professionally and with attention to detail by the administrator Landon. The housekeeper (Sonia) was efficient and friendly - doing an exceptional job. The property is close to many beaches, stores and restaurants. It was a great experience and highly recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
Great views in a very unique property. The setup created a ton of opportunity for our large group to gather and spend quality time together.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

STEVE S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Family
There were 12 of us, ages 60- 90. Communicating with Landon, Property Manager, was flawless. He answered are questions and anticipated our needs. Sonia, who singlehanded is her own Clean Team, kept the house, our rooms and laundry cleaned daily. We are already making plans to return
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022