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DOMINICAL OCEAN VIEW WALK-TO-BEACH VACATION VILLA

 
 
 
Dominical villa rental - Aerial view of the villa
Aerial view of the villa
 
Dominical villa rental - Aerial view of the villa

Aerial view of the villa

Night lights around the villa

Night lights around the villa

The view on arrival

The view on arrival

Villa entrance

Villa entrance

Dining area

Dining area

Sitting area

Sitting area

Bright and airy kitchen

Bright and airy kitchen

Landscaped garden outside the master bedroom

Landscaped garden outside the master bedroom

3rd bedroom is a home office

3rd bedroom is a home office

View from the veranda

View from the veranda

Perfect spot for morning coffee and sunset drinks

Perfect spot for morning coffee and sunset drinks

The villa at nightfall

The villa at nightfall

The view on entry

The view on entry

View while you prepare meals

View while you prepare meals

Fully equipped kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen

Powder room

Powder room

View from the bedroom

View from the bedroom

2nd bedroom

2nd bedroom

Spacious veranda

Spacious veranda

Ample parking space

Ample parking space

Mostly sunny days

Mostly sunny days

Mostly starlit nights

Mostly starlit nights

Mountain breeze after sunset

Mountain breeze after sunset

The villa as seen from the beach

The villa as seen from the beach

Per night (USD) $170 - $190
Per week $1,190 - $1,330
Per month $2,100 - $2,300
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps4
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Dominical vacation villa rental
Minutes' walk to the beach, surrounded by nature, breathtaking ocean view

Peaceful, quiet and private, Villa HighPalms is an ideal getaway for a week or a month. The 2-storey stand-alone condo-villa is located directly above a beautiful one-kilometer long beach in Dominical, Costa Rica, with stunning ocean and white water views. As one of the 35 vacation villas in a secure gated community, Villa HighPalms is the most private due to its position at the end of a closed road on a corner lot by the edge of the rainforest. Sightings of toucans, raccoons, iguanas and monkeys are common.

The community of Canto del Mar, where Villa HighPalms is located, offers convenient access to a string of pristine beaches, being only 150 meters from the coastal highway turnoff. It offers 24-hour security with a manned entrance and hourly foot-patrol.

At about 250 feet above sea level, Villa HighPalms offers a totally unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean, the sandy beach below, a picturesque headland, and a cove that welcomes fishing boats, swimmers and surfers. The villa is caressed by warm sea breeze throughout the day and cool mountain breeze throughout the night. Furniture on the veranda and lightings in the garden make outdoor dining and entertaining a way of life.

The stroll from the villa to Playa Dominicalito (Little Dominical Beach) takes 5 minutes down a gentle slope, alongside a football field, and across a low traffic road. The beach has a beautiful backdrop of emerald rainforest, light brown sand and rocky outcrops at both ends. Sunsets on the beach are fabulous. There is a popular waterfall with a natural swimming pool less than 1 km away.

The town of Dominical (3 hours from the international airport in San Jose and 30 minutes from the regional airport in Quepos) and the surfing actions on the main Dominical Beach are 4 km away, where you will find souvenir and grocery stores, restaurants and bars, internet cafes and tours offices. Uvita, which is 12 km further south, has large supermarkets, banks and more restaurants.

This fully furnished 1500-sq.ft.vacation home is surrounded by majestic palm trees, a profusion of tropical fruit trees and flowering plants. The corner position of the villa ensures tranquility and total privacy. One of the 3 bedrooms is furnished as a home office and TV room. Quality ceramics, hard wood poles and beams are used in constructing the villa and the design is overall airy, modern and tropical. There is plenty of space for car park directly in front of the villa.

Two cable TVs come with a DVD player and a home theatre system. Desktop computer, printer and Internet connection are available.

The rates shown here are for couples. Extra person please add $20/night or $120/week. The monthly rentals shown here are for 1 to 2 months; for longer stays, please ask us for discount.

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About Owner

We work and live around the world for the last twenty years. In 2005 we came to Dominical to work on a business project and came across this development overlooking the beach. We fell in love with the view and the natural environment.

Owner purchased this villa in 2006
Why Owner chose Dominical

It has the best of the both worlds, the beaches and the rainforests. One day we can stroll on a deserted beach for miles, and another we can spend hours on a nature trail, being mesmerized by giant or ancient plant species or dazzled by birds and small wildlife.

What makes this villa unique

The locals here are very friendly and welcoming and almost everyone you meet will greet you or smile. It's not yet as developed as other more famous destinations in the north, so you can still get that 'wild west' authentic feel around the place.

Dominical villa rental - Aerial view of the villa

Aerial view of the villa

Night lights around the villa

Night lights around the villa

The view on arrival

The view on arrival

Villa entrance

Villa entrance

Dining area

Dining area

Sitting area

Sitting area

Bright and airy kitchen

Bright and airy kitchen

Landscaped garden outside the master bedroom

Landscaped garden outside the master bedroom

3rd bedroom is a home office

3rd bedroom is a home office

View from the veranda

View from the veranda

Perfect spot for morning coffee and sunset drinks

Perfect spot for morning coffee and sunset drinks

The villa at nightfall

The villa at nightfall

The view on entry

The view on entry

View while you prepare meals

View while you prepare meals

Fully equipped kitchen

Fully equipped kitchen

Powder room

Powder room

View from the bedroom

View from the bedroom

2nd bedroom

2nd bedroom

Spacious veranda

Spacious veranda

Ample parking space

Ample parking space

Mostly sunny days

Mostly sunny days

Mostly starlit nights

Mostly starlit nights

Mountain breeze after sunset

Mountain breeze after sunset

The villa as seen from the beach

The villa as seen from the beach

Nearest Airport : Quepos at 40 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : Costarena at 450 Metres
Nearest Beach : Dominicalito at 500 Metres
Nearest Barpub : La Mancha at 1 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : La Parcela at 1 Kilometres
Car: recommended

A short stroll from the villa down a gentle slope leads to a local football field, then onto Dominicalito (little Dominical) beach across the road. The beach has a beautiful backdrop of emerald hill and more than a kilometer of fine sand, with rocky outcrops at both ends and fabulous sunset evening after evening. From the villa you will also be able to walk or hike for miles into the rainforest hills behind and above us. Chances are you will come across families of monkeys, raccoons, squirrels and a great variety of birds.

Dominical town and the surfing actions on the main Dominical Beach are 4 km away, where you will find grocery stores, restaurants, bars and internet cafes. Within 40 minutes to the north and south are a dozen beaches or more, including the world-famous beaches of Manuel Antonio National Park. Corcovado National Park, the world's most biologically diverse spot, is 2 hours away by car and boat. You can take yoga or surfing lessons, join a horseriding tour to the waterfalls, watch whales and dolphins in the Ballena Marine National Park, hike or take a guided walk in the Hacienda Baru Wildlife Refuge, visit the bustling town of San Isidro and the farmers market in Uvita, which is also well known for its 'Whale's Tail' formation, made up of coral rocks and a 1-km sandbar between two beaches. We look forward to sharing with you some of our secret undiscovered spots!

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Changeover Day: flexible

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

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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Spring
May 1 2013 - Jun 30 2013
$170
$1,190
$2,100
5 Nights
 
 
Summer
Jul 1 2013 - Aug 31 2013
$190
$1,330
$2,300
5 Nights
 
 
Fall
Sep 1 2013 - Nov 30 2013
$170
$1,190
5 Nights
 
Notes: Above rates exclude Thanksgiving    
 
Winter
Dec 1 2013 - Apr 30 2014
$190
$1,330
5 Nights
 
Notes: Above rates exclude peak holiday periods   

Notes

  • Easter 03/25/2013 03/31/2013 210.00 1470.00 2600.00
    Thanksgiving 11/18/2013 11/25/2013 190.00 1330.00 2100.00
    Christmas & New Year 12/21/2012 01/03/2013 230.00 1610.00 2800.00
  • * Rates shown are applicable for couples. For additional person please add US$20 per person per night.

    * Security damage deposit ($350 for weekly bookings and $50/day for shorter stay) will be collected at the time of reservation and refunded upon departure.

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

Property Type:
  • villa
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Floor Area:
  • 1500 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories
Location Type:
  • Beach ...
    Lovely beach for walking, jogging, shelling, surfing at beginners level
  • Mountain ...
    This is where towering mountains meet the deep blue sea.
  • Near The Ocean ...
    On the southern Pacific coast
  • Village ...
    Pozo Azul village has a waterfall with a large natural swimming pool, a sundry kiosk and a few seafood vendors
  • Beach View ...
    Punta Dominical Bay and Playa Dominicalito Beach
  • Oceanfront ...
    Pacific Ocean
  • Ocean View ...
    South Pacific
  • Mountain View ...
    Rainforest Mountains
Theme:
  • Sports & Activities
  • Adventure
General:
  • Free Local Calls
  • Parking Off Street
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Scanner
  • Sunbed
  • Mobile Phone
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Washing Machine
  • Basic Soaps
  • Linens Provided
  • Internet
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Printer
  • Towels Provided
  • Laundry Soap
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Activities Guide
  • Air Conditioning
  • PC
  • Parking
  • Computer Available
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Toilet Paper
  • Paper Towels
Kitchen:
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Ice Maker
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Microwave
  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Pantry Items
  • Oven
Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 3 - toilet
Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , Extra firm mattress
    Bedroom 2 - 1 double , Extra Long mattress
    Bedroom 3 - 3-seater sofa
  • Bedrooms are fully furnished with ample sheets and pillows. The master bedroom has ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet, the other two bedrooms share a second bathroom and both have custom designed wardrobes. The 3rd bedroom is a home office and has a 3-seat sofa.
Entertainment:
  • Music Library
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • CD Player
  • Television
  • DVD Player
  • Video Library
Outside:
  • Porch Furniture
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Beach Towels
  • Terrace
  • Gated Community
  • Balcony
  • Deck Furniture
  • Patio
  • Small Cooler
  • Lawn / Garden
Suitability:
  • Singles
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • non smoking only
Pool / Spa:
  • Communal Pool
Onsite Services:
  • Concierge
  • Housekeeping
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • rain forests
  • forests
  • waterfalls
  • churches
Leisure Activities:
  • horseback riding
  • beachcombing
  • walking
  • sight seeing
  • scenic drives
  • whale watching
  • eco tourism
  • bird watching
  • photography
Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • massage therapist
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • wind-surfing
  • surfing
  • freshwater fishing
  • mountain biking
  • whitewater rafting
  • golf
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • deepsea fishing
  • fishing
  • rafting
  • swimming
  • cycling
  • hiking
  • snorkeling
Notes: Weekly maid service is included. Daily maid service can be provided at extra cost. The 'community pool' is a natural pool at the nearby waterfall where locals and visitors go.

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Reviews for this vacation villa rental in Dominical, Costa Rica

Dominical Ocean View Walk-to-Beach Vacation Villa
average rating of 4.75 based on 7 reviews
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Dominical Ocean View Walk-to-Beach Vacation Villa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p3469632
Dominical Puntarenas
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
0

Easy and Fully Relaxing

Submitted: March 22, 2013 Stayed: February 2013
This was such an easy and fully relaxing trip and the stay at Elaine's ocean view home is the reason for it all! It was super smooth getting the keys and the person who took us to the house was a really sweety, pleasure to encounter! I would stay here again in a heartbeat! (Guest booked through Airbnb)
business
Dominical Ocean View Walk-to-Beach Vacation Villa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p3469632
Dominical Puntarenas
5

Beautiful, comfortable, great service

5 of 5
Submitted: January 17, 2013 Stayed: January 2013
The villa is amazing! It's located at the end of the road so it's a corner unit, the view is the most amazing you can get. Alex, the concierge, was extremely helpful and nice. The house has anything you could possibly need. The nearby beach (Dominicalito-walking distance) is absolutely empty, beautiful and private (except for the wonderful fisherman which will sell you the freshest fish you can get). The supermarkets are close by and offer anything you want to fill the fridge. Alex can help you with any activities/attractions you may be interested in. The villa was clean, check in/out was quick and easy, deposit was returned almost immediately and everyone was extremely helpful and pleasant! This is the place to be if you want a private, romantic, quiet, comfortable and beautiful stay in Costa Rica.
Recommended for:  Families with Teenagers
business
Dominical Ocean View Walk-to-Beach Vacation Villa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p3469632
Dominical Puntarenas
4

Nice; Great Location

4 of 5
Submitted: January 14, 2013 Stayed: December 2012
Great view of the Pacific from the nice and large deck. Main level features nice furnishings and decor. Downstairs bedroom level pretty so-so. Second BR is small and no lamp on one side of the double (!) bed. Property managers were friendly and helpful except that we reported the lights over the dark staircase to bedrooms were not working. Maybe just needed new bulbs, but this was never fixed.
Owner's Response: Hi James, I'm sorry our property manager did not change the light globe at the staircase as you requested; this type of requests should have been attended to immediately. I appreciate that those wall lamps over the staircase are not within the maids' reach and require a very tall ladder, but they could have arranged for the community handyman to drop in with his ladder. The second bedroom feels a bit small, partly because the double bed is fitted with a custom made extra-long mattress, 6 inches longer than a normal double size bed. Currently both bedrooms offer reading light on one side of the bed only, sorry about that. I'll ask our property manager to purchase a couple more table lamps as soon as possible. Thank you for the helpful feedback.
business
Dominical Ocean View Walk-to-Beach Vacation Villa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p3469632
Dominical Puntarenas
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
1

Happy Memories

Submitted: September 11, 2012 Stayed: April 2012
Memories of sunset walks on long deserted beaches, dolphins feeding in the surf, groups of pelicans skipping over the waves, rainforest walks in the hills above the community of our villa, some of the highlights of our stay in High Palms. We enjoyed this vacation villa. We booked direct with the owner who was very helpful with advice before arriving. Nice vacation. We were very happy. Thank you to all concerned.
Helpful votes: 0/1
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Dominical Ocean View Walk-to-Beach Vacation Villa
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p3469632
Dominical Puntarenas
Guest Comment Entered by Owner
1

Relaxing getaway

Submitted: September 11, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
Enjoyed Villa High Palms very much. First time in Costa Rica so appreciated all the help along the way when making our booking before actually arriving. Accommodation was excellent, very spacious for 2, quiet and private, the pictures on the rental listing tell the story and we where not disappointed. A leaking dishwashing machine was fixed quickly, other than that no issues. For those wishing for " rain forest meets Ocean" experience, as the area is promoted as, you will not be disappointed. Wow factor for views, birdlife at eye level from the veranda, enjoyed the daily monkey parade which passed by. Great place to explore from. Would return, that's a lot said from us.
Helpful votes: 0/1
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