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Dominical villa rental - Main house kitchen, DR, LR, sleeping loft for kids
Main house kitchen, DR, LR, sleeping loft for kids
 
Dominical villa rental - Main house kitchen, DR, LR, sleeping loft for kids

Main house kitchen, DR, LR, sleeping loft for kids

Sunset from inside master cabina

Sunset from inside master cabina

Take a jungle shower

Take a jungle shower

Down deck, under pergola on way to rancho

Down deck, under pergola on way to rancho

Third bedroom: romantic open-air rancho

Third bedroom: romantic open-air rancho

Valley view from inside rancho

Valley view from inside rancho

Master cabina w/outdoor shower and sitting area

Master cabina w/outdoor shower and sitting area

Jasmine and outdoor shower, master cabina

Jasmine and outdoor shower, master cabina

Detail bathroom with Mexican sink

Detail bathroom with Mexican sink

Floorplan view-3 of 4 roofs (rancho,main,mast cab)

Floorplan view-3 of 4 roofs (rancho,main,mast cab)

Swim in pristine jungle pool

Swim in pristine jungle pool

Mist in the valley at sunset

Mist in the valley at sunset

  • Bedrooms5
  • Sleeps14
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Dominical vacation villa rental
3 BR in 3 separate cabinas = max.intimacy + 1 sl. loft; 2 BA, 3 outdoor showers

The beach is nice to visit, but why not skip the oppressive heat and bugs of beach locations? Up in the mts 25 min. from the coast, we enjoy hot days but fresh nights and sleep like babies! Dramatically perched on a promontory with killer view over emerald valleys to the sea. Great architectural charm, funky details; extensive gardens lovingly planted with perfume in mind. Floor plan of main common house + 3 separate cabinas = great parties but plenty of quiet time/ privacy. Secure: lovely couple greets you at entrance to our 50 acre tree farm; maid, laundry + baby-sitting available. 7 waterfalls and jungle pool a 5 minute walk on property-great swimming! Tons to do in immediate region (we provide renters with extensive guide to the property + regional eco-adventures and resources) but we often stay put and explore our own gorgeous rainforest + waterfalls. Yoga and birdwatching on the 60X18' deck is a great way to start the day; sunsets and stargazing spectacular!

bird-watching: Perched on the edge of a 50-acre tree farm, the deck is a great place to watch falcons, kites, toucans and toucanets, mot-mots, and chattering flocks of parrots, big and small. Mornings ring with birdsong! Dozens of varieties of hummingbirds and tanagers visit nearby flowers (arbors and pergolas make plants part of the architecture), and butterflies occasionally fly through the house. We provide the definitive bird guidebook to Costa Rica as well as binoculars, and guests are always amazed at the diversity of species at this elevation. Having drinks on the deck at sunset accompanied by a pair of Laughing Falcons is unforgettable!

getting here: If your flight gets in after 2pm, you may want to consider spending the night in San Jose and getting a fresh start in the morning. The drive up into the mountains and down their spine is pretty spectacular if occasionally hair-raising—better to do it rested.

Rooms with a view...: It is very hard to capture the magical views of this property in a photograph--no camera has the depth of field! People who have seen a lot of views in Costa Rica agree, this is Very Special! The view off the main deck is soaring, with a steep (though not dangerous) drop-off that has been landscaped, and the dramatic play of light and mist in the valley changes all the time. Spectacular sunsets! Not a neighbor in sight! All the cabinas have their own decks and special views. The path down to the jungle pool through mature rain forest, carefully and selectively landscaped, is gorgeous. We have planted a new orchard, and have mature citrus, banana, papaya and hairy litchees for the picking. The spread-out floorplan of the buildings makes it impossible to shoot in one photograph, but they are all Asian-inspired open-concept with hard wood ceilings and many handcrafted details. A labor of love!

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Dominical villa rental - Main house kitchen, DR, LR, sleeping loft for kids

Main house kitchen, DR, LR, sleeping loft for kids

Sunset from inside master cabina

Sunset from inside master cabina

Take a jungle shower

Take a jungle shower

Down deck, under pergola on way to rancho

Down deck, under pergola on way to rancho

Third bedroom: romantic open-air rancho

Third bedroom: romantic open-air rancho

Valley view from inside rancho

Valley view from inside rancho

Master cabina w/outdoor shower and sitting area

Master cabina w/outdoor shower and sitting area

Jasmine and outdoor shower, master cabina

Jasmine and outdoor shower, master cabina

Detail bathroom with Mexican sink

Detail bathroom with Mexican sink

Floorplan view-3 of 4 roofs (rancho,main,mast cab)

Floorplan view-3 of 4 roofs (rancho,main,mast cab)

Swim in pristine jungle pool

Swim in pristine jungle pool

Mist in the valley at sunset

Mist in the valley at sunset

Nearest Airport : San Isidro del General at 25 Miles
Nearest Beach : beach at 25 Miles
Car: necessary

25 min. to the beach, 25 min. to San Isidro: here you'll find almost anything + fab regional farmers' market every Thurs and Fri. More choice + cheaper than Dominical. We provide 10 page guide to eco-adventures, restaurants, surfing classes, markets we've checked out personally. Highlights right nearby: Tree of Life Tours-hike up cloud forest to El Diamante, a sacred waterfall. Spend the night in a shaman's cave ( 3 meals served), rappel down the waterfall that 'curtains' the cave next day! Free yoga classes with Beth in heavenly studio Wed. afts. Halfway to Dominical: reserve at Don Lulo's for horseback expedition to Nuyaca Falls, 9am-3pm (includes 2 meals) at charming Tico ranch. Also Reptilandia, a beautifully landscaped reptile zoo. In Dominical: Kids esp. will thrill to zip-line thru Hacienda Baru's wildlife reserve; Ballena Park preserves a string of stellar beaches. Domincal has good restaurants and some nightlife and is a nice 'scene', but we're always happy to get home

Other Activities: rappelling, yoga classes

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Changeover Day: negotiable

Rental Rates for this vacation villa rental in Dominical, Costa Rica

Notes

  • rental deposit of $600, housekeeping and baby-sitting $3/hr, tip to caretakers optional but welcome
  • Discount available for long-term rental outside of peak season

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation villa rental in Dominical, Costa Rica

Property Type:
  • villa

Floor Area:
  • 2000 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • Near The Ocean
  • Mountain

Theme:
  • Adventure
  • Away From It All

General:
  • Sunbed
  • Thermos Bottle
  • Telephone
  • Sofa Bed
  • Alarm Clock
  • Parking
  • Broadband Access
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Linens Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Filtered Water
  • Mobile Phone
  • Internet
  • Laundry Soap
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Security System
  • Towels Provided

Kitchen:
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini Refrigerator
  • Blender
  • Pantry Items
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Freezer
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Coffee Maker
  • Coffee Grinder

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 10 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , and Mexican sink
    Exterior - outdoor shower , and Mexican sink
    Exterior - outdoor shower , and sink
    Exterior - outdoor shower
  • We are not into luxury bathrooms. They are small and very pretty. The main house has a toilet and sink. The master cabina (right of main house) has an outdoor sink and shower. The rancho (left of main house)has sink and nearby outdoor shower. The new cabina has adjoining bathroom w/ sink, toilet and outdoor shower. Each outdoor shower is uniquely tiled, and showering with the view and a whiff of nearby jasmine is delicious!

Bedrooms:
  • 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , single cot available
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double , single cot available
    Bedroom 3 - 1 queen , single cot available
    Bedroom 4 - 1 double , 1 twin/ single , sleeping loft in main house
    Bedroom 5 - 1 double , 1 twin/ single , tent platform for extra large groups or teenagers!
  • First 3 bedrooms in separate cabinas for maximum privacy. Very few insects, but roomy custom nets cover beds in 2 cabinas; 3rd has screen doors and windows for those who prefer more enclosure. All paths to cabinas and tents lit automatically at night. For extra large groups there's a large tent platform that sleeps 1-6--great for teen-agers! (We charge a small fee increase for groups over 10 ) Kids love the sleeping loft in mainhouse-sleeps 3-4; best for kids from 4 yrs on.
Entertainment:
  • Television
  • DVD Player
  • Books
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • CD Player
  • Games for Kids

Outside:
  • Beach Chairs
  • Small Cooler
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Patio
  • Fish Cleaning Table
  • Beach Towels
  • Terrace
  • Binoculars
  • Inflatable Boat
  • Large Cooler
  • Outdoor Grill
  • 4 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • wheelchair accessible
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • children welcome

Pool / Spa:
  • Outdoor Pool

Onsite Services:
  • Daily Maid Service

Attractions:
  • waterfalls
  • restaurants
  • reefs
  • caves
  • forests
  • rain forests
  • zoo

Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • bird watching
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • eco tourism
  • beachcombing
  • whale watching

Local Services & Businesses:
  • massage therapist
  • groceries
  • medical services
  • Babysitter
  • hospital

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • surf fishing
  • fly fishing
  • surfing
  • swimming
  • cycling
  • equestrian events
  • mountain biking
  • fishing
  • hiking
  • mountain climbing
  • paragliding
  • mountaineering
  • tennis
  • deepsea fishing
  • snorkeling

Notes: Our pool is a jungle pool 5 min. away from the house, made by damming one of the very clean rivers that defines the property. Surrounded by rainforest, it's about 30X35' wide and max 5' deep. Cool and refreshing, gorgeous waterfalls nearby. 2 inflatable kayaks, 4 folding beach chairs, and one boogie board for the beach. State-of-the art water filters. Weber charcoal grill. Cell-phone only, with $200 deposit-- long-distance calls + $40/wk flat rate payed with deposit upon receipt of monthly bill, balance reimbursed to renter. Scrabble and Boggle + colored pencils and magic markers. We do NOT miss tv AT ALL but remember that an occasional movie, esp. for kids, can be a life-saver, so we'll probably buy a TV/VHS/DVD this December 2006. We do not provide toiletries, soap, toilet paper, etc. for the whole visit, but do make available a basket with a smattering of useful stuff and enough soap and paper to get you through to your first shop. Likewise, a first breakfast!

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