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Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate

Escape into paradise where jungle meets luxury: Unwind in style by the infinity pool overlooking ocean views or sip cocktails at one of two bars.

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Dining
Property grounds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 167212 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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!


Property manager

PATRICIA RODRIGUEZ

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 7 spaces)

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 9 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 7,212 square feet

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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

About the area

Map
Dominical, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 12 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru - 2 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 3 min drive
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 5 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 14 min drive

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Playa Dominicalito and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hacienda Baru and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Combined birthday trip
100% recommend! This place is beautiful and Patricia is VERY accommodating to every need that you may have. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karey L.

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.

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

Mary R.

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.

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

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerome L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

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

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

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

Peyton C.

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

leeanne v., Where do you live?

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.

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

Blake B.

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

Brian S.

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

Alfredo R.

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

Carissa P.

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

susan k., Clayton , USA

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

Carrie J.

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

Derrick T., Middletown, OH

Awesome
Wow what a destination and what a house. Our group of 10 has such an outstanding time staying in this house and enjoying all the beauty that surrounds it. Landon was there to answer all our questions and to help out in anyway. Having a housekeeper come in everyday was such a nice compliment to what was already a splendid choice in accommodations. Great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Susan D.

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

Christine F.

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

Susan H.

Most wonderful house!!!
Our family of 9 (ages 4 to 67) had the best time, and declared this to be one of the best rentals we have ever stayed in! We explored the area with Landon's help, but were always glad to go back to enjoy the house. We spent so much time on the veranda and in the pool! The chef's meals were so delicious -- glad we didn't stick to the menu but told him to prepare what was fresh and local! Landon was a tremendous help with everything from minor kitchen glitches to guiding us to an emergency clinic with the best care an 8 year old with a busted lip could have asked for! Our last day we saw a toucan feet from the veranda! The drive needs a 4-wheel-drive vehicle and is bumpy, but it's also beautiful and adds to the seclusion. A week was not enough to experience everything we wanted to, and we are already talking about going back. I strongly recommend booking this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H., Nantucket, MA

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