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Outdoor pool
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Uvita, Puntarenas Province
  • Playa Dominicalito
    11 min drive
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary
    19 min drive
  • Jolly Roger
    12 min drive
  • Quepos (XQP)
    58 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Ballena

Located in Ballena, this villa is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Playa Dominicalito and Playa Dominical. .This villa is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Playa Hermosa and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Hacienda Baru.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 14 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 20 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 20 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 30 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬20 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.

Endless Ocean , Jungle and Whales Tails Views

Our villa features imported tile and furniture from Bali. Relax in the infinity edge salt water pool over looking the Pacific Ocean. Sip cocktails on the pool terrace. Watch the Monkeys, Toucans and Sloaths. You will never want to leave Our three bedroom three and a half bathroom villa. Each bedroom has an ensuite bathroom. The Ocean Bedroom will provide you with ocean views and the jungle bedroom with jungle views. The master bedroom features an out door private shower. Enjoy a warm shower while looking over the Ocean or take in the 360 degree view of the ocean and jungle from the covered patio. Simply breathtaking. You will have complete privacy and quiet on your stay.

Our outdoor covered kitchen is fully stocked for your use. Prepare your meals at home or hire a private chef to cook a delicious meal for you. Fresh vegetables, fruits and fish are readily available at the local farmers markets.

Perched along the Escaleras Ridge, our Balinese Limasan is the perfect hide-away in Costa Rica. One hundred year-old teak post-and-beam structure with modern finishes perfectly outfitted for a couple or family to relax and enjoy the jungle, wildlife and unbelievable ocean views. Set at a comfortable elevation with cool breezes and no traffic. Located in Costa Verde Estates, the premier development in the southern zone of Costa Rica. Villa Sea Forever is designed and built as a families escape. Getting to this exquisite sanctuary requires a 7 kilometer 4X4 drive up to the top of the Escaleras Ridgeline (4x4 vehicle required to get into Costa Verde Estates). Costa Verde is a secure, gated community with deluxe amenities including a workout room and full-size tennis court. Our property borders a virgin jungle valley loaded with wildlife. Sit still and watch the monkeys, coatimundi, sloths and birds come up and down the valley. Epic infinity views of Ballena Bay and the Osa Peninsula, Tail of the Whale, and Cańo Island, one of the most lightning struck places on earth. At 800 feet of elevation you will enjoy cool breezes and relief from the coastal heat. Gentle breezes keep the climate close to perfect all day and night. Our covered outdoor kitchen and dining area allow you dine and enjoy views of the Pacific Ocean and Jungle. Shop at local open-air farmer’s market on Saturday morning to stock the full-sized refrigerator. High quality produce are available everywhere! There are many beautiful beaches in the area including the famous “Tail of the Whale” National Park, Ventanas, Hermosa, and Dominical, home of world-class surfing. Restaurants with cuisine from around the world are plentiful in Uvita , Dominical and Ojochal. We eat regularly and endorse the places you will see advertised below. Experience Pura Vida at Villa Sea Forever, it will be an escape to remember.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Thomas Jones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Note from host: The pool area is not fenced in

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate Villa
Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate Uvita
Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate
Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate Villa
Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate Uvita
Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate Villa
Epic Front Row Whale's Tail Views Elevated Cooler Climate

Endless Ocean , Jungle and Whales Tails Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Other worldly tranquility
The listing pictures of this home are beautiful, and it somehow is even more beautiful in person. The views of the ocean and the rain forest are magical. The whole home is designed to engage you with nature, yet is still quite comfortable. Unforgettable, once in a lifetime experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home with a View
Loved this place, the master bath floor has a giant king bed with a morning view of the ocean that is unmatched. Two additional bedrooms on the lower floor that the kids stayed in without great views and a little darker which the kids liked so they could sleep in after a long day of travel the day before. On the way in Googlemaps had us turn off the highway one dirt road earlier than necessary which doubled our dirt road travel to the subdivision. The guards were ready for us and promptly let us in. Another 10 minute ride within the subdivision and we were at the lot private gate. Four wheel drive is definitely necessary. We headed out the next day and hiked the Whales Tail which was nice. Not much wildlife and lots of people, you generally park in town and directly enter the beach area with limited walk distance through the forest. Found a fruit stand on the main road very close to the dirt road that leads back to the property (Closest Dirt Road has a sigh for the Jolly Roger bar and restaurant, unfortunately didn't test it out, looked like it has some hot wings, cold beer and great views) There was another soda for breakfast on the same dirt road for consideration. The second night we took up the owner Thomas's suggestion and had Lupita a private chef cook us dinner onsite. She did a great job on shrimp tacos, a mix of chicken and fresh snapper, and a dairy free ice cream and fruit. We had a friend from the US join us for a few Imperials and dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
True Paradise
This house is truly incredible. The first morning I woke up to the sweeping view and sounds of the jungle I couldn’t stop smiling. Pay attention to the requirement for a 4 wheel drive car. The drive into the neighborhood is no joke. If my husband didn’t have off road experience I would not have done it. The room set up worked great for us (2 adults, kids 16, 14 & 8) but if I had younger kids the separate rooms would have felt too far from the primary suite. We spent hours in the pool, watching the jungle wildlife and enjoying the relaxing vibe. Tom, the owner, was incredibly helpful and communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Getaway
The experience we had last week was, in a word, perfect. The pictures of Villa Sea Forever are accurate but do not do the view and the experience justice. We felt like we were at the edge of the world with our own view of paradise. The Villa itself is incredible, very thoughtfully designed to bring the view in and extremely well stocked for a relaxing experience. We loved leaving the screens open at night, taking a dip in the morning and enjoying our coffee with the sunrise and the views. And the location is perfect for hiking, surfing, diving, ATVs, any number of tours, the beach, waterfalls, too much to list. The Owner was extremely attentive and very helpful. The Welcome letter was very detailed and easy to understand, finding the Villa was easy with Waze and questions were answered very quickly and he gave many recommendations on actives, dining, etc. It is clear they love the place and it shows with the attention to detail and their willingness to ensure guests have a great experience. Anyone looking for an amazing Costa Rican experience, look no further. We can't thank them enough for a great week.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aishah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house and location is perfect!
The trip up to the house is a little nerve wreckong but well worth it. The owner's communication was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique house with incredible views
Paradise. Tranquility. Jungle house with endless ocean views. The only drawback was that it took 25 minutes of heroine 4X4 driving on an incredibly steep road to get to the house from the main road. That ruled out a quick morning surf or walk on the beach and back to the house. You drive down and up once per day. You need a 4x4 vehicle with good power and good clearance and do NOT arrive at night. It took us +4 hrs of drive time between house and San Jose airport so plan accordingly. The mornings and evenings by the infinity pool were magic. We saw many animals in the jungle around us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
House in the clouds
Amazing, one of the best house rentals I have ever stayed at. One thing to note, don’t drive to the house in the dark for the first time. A 4x4 car is REQUIRED.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievably responsive property owner.
We were heartbroken when we had to cancel our reservation 2 days before departure due to a broken ankle. Thomas had given us so much information about the property and the area that we were as excited as children. Our plans are to book next year at the same time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S., PONTE VEDRA BEACH

Liked: Cleanliness
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! SPECIAL EXPERIENCE!
Extraordinary is the word that comes to mind. We loved this place from the view to the energy to the vibe to the privacy and tranquility. If you want to get away to a stunningly beautiful and serene place, this is it. You DEFINITELY will NEED a 4x4 to access the property from the highway. So worth it though!!!! Owners are extremely attentive, thorough and responsive. This Balinese Limosan is truly spectacular in every way. We were so grateful to have this experience and to witness beautiful Toucans off the deck each day, hear the Howler Monkeys and the privacy and freedom to shower outdoors in nature. Highly, highly recommend. It’s so worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long Road to Paradise
This spectacular home is where the glory of a hundred-year-old Balinese Limasan meets the modern amenities of a luxurious outdoor shower with the most stunning ocean views! Just come prepared for the road to get there, which can be a bit scary, especially when you come home after dark and the fog has rolled in! A very good four-wheel drive is a must. Due to the location, plan to either stock up on groceries and chillout for a few days (nothing wrong with that), or if venturing out, plan to be out for the day. Don’t plan to go hiking or swimming at the beach, etc. and then go back to shower before heading out again for dinner. One trip down, and one trip up the hill is enough for a day. But the beauty, and peace and quiet of this location make it more than worth it! Very private and luxurious. Lastly, the host, Thomas, was super responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location and property are amazing! I will be back!
Spacious and open with everything drawing you the beautiful view. The space is perfect, only what you need and amazing details in the construction and decor. The perfect get away house. You need a 4x4 to get to the location as it's up in the steep hills on mostly non-paved roads. The power went out once but only for a short time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place and views, but a journey
The house was beautiful and well appointed. It is magical to wake up from your bed and see the Pacific! The location provided beautiful views and intimate privacy but you have to be willing to take a 15-20 minute harrowing drive one way to get to the house or back to the main road. This makes a daily “daytrip” the most plausible option where you leave in the morning and return after dinner. We got evening rains regularly so the drive back up was even more interesting. The area is fantastic however, with many different beaches, nearby towns and restaurants.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

KURT H., SOUTH PORTLAND

Liked: Cleanliness
What a View!
Ballena was a wonderful place to stay. Make sure you have a good 4x4 as you need it to get up the mountain. Once there you’ll never want to leave….
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy M., Houghton Lake Michigan United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Solitude at its best
For those that truly wanna spend some time in the beautiful mountains of Costa Rica with the optimum weather this is a place to stay. The views are spectacular, the breeze from the Ocean Is unbelievable. Just be prepared the drive up the Mountain can be challenging the first few times.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
The house was exactly as listed. We had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chase A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Great experience all around. The host provided great communication. Check-in process was easy, outstanding views, and the property was awesome. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K., Chattanooga, Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Place out of a dream!
My husband and I spent a few days here on our honeymoon. Thomas’s place is nothing short of divine! The sheer beauty and peace of this property is indescribable. While the location feels completely remote and isolated, there is a phenomenal restaurant, store, and cafe just around the corner! It is also super close to Dominical, which is an enchanted little surf town at the bottom of the mountain. Thomas was completely reachable and even provided a hand drawn map from the gate of the neighborhood to the house location. If you want an out-of-this-world experience, look no further!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Myriah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was absolutely wonderful and the view was stellar
We would definitely stay here again the property the views the local dining and the beaches were on point amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria L., Miami, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
STUNNING
This place is a literal post card. We are so happy to have found this place. Not only is the house beautiful but the views are absolutely breathtaking. Thomas was so helpful with everything. If we had any questions or concerns, he would answer them right away. 5-stars aren’t enough to rate this home and the overall experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing location!
This was our second stay at this property and the view continues to amaze. Love the open feel of the house, lots of birds, coatis in the trees, howler monkeys heard in the distance, jungle living at its finest. Wonderful place to relax. The drive to the main road is around 15 minutes, yes it is steep, but not unusual for Costa Rica, don’t let that keep you from experiencing this wonderful property. Hope to return again sometime.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kami D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking!
My husband and I were able to stay 3 nights at this beautiful place! It’s everything you could possible imagine and more! The view is even better than it shows in pictures, truly breathtaking! We were lucky enough to see a storm rolling in over the ocean one evening, we were in awe! If you’re anywhere near the area of Uvita, you’ll definitely want to stay here. We hope to be back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation in Heaven
My husband and I fell madly in love with this property and Uvita. Leaving SJO was scary due to traffic but once we got out of the city we felt better. The drive is about three hours from SJO so I would suggest making sure you have daylight your first day finding the home. You do need a 4x4, 4WD to get up the mountain. We honestly didn’t want to come back home to Texas once our 6 days were up. A Coati came up on the patio one morning while I was sitting in a chair. We slept with the glass doors open every night while having the fans on and it never got hot. We both slept so good each night. The sunrise and sunset every day is breathtaking. You can hear the monkeys in the trees right in front of the home. The first night it scared me but once I realized they are harmless I enjoyed them. I cannot say enough positive things about this home and it’s perfect location. We will definitely be back to CR and we will be staying at this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful escape
Property was well maintained and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. As long as you have a 4x4 you will love this property! The view and privacy are definitely worth the drive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent Hidden Retreat with Priceless Views
This was a much-needed get-away I couldn't have asked for a more perfect retreat. If you love and appreciate nature, this is the place to be; the views were incredible to say the least, and the breezy, jungle life welcomed us each and every morning (visits from Toucan Sam himself) and into the gorgeous night. Arriving was easy and made pleasant with walking into a spotless home. It had everything we needed to cook a few meals in and relax and enjoy the day without feeling the need to rush and sightsee. The owner even stopped by, after asking us if it was okay, to ensure we had everything we needed while sharing some must-see local attractions with us. I highly recommend this place for a short or longer stay as the value far exceeds what we paid and the experience was beyond my expectations. I am already set on staying here again when I return to Costa Rica for the second time this year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Chiara D., Santa Ana, CA

Nice view but fell short of basic expectations
This was our 5th time to CR. The view from the house is great. Off to the right, the sunset is obscured by a section of jungle. Something to keep in mind if you're after epic sunset photos. The property has minimal landscaping and a large bare lawn with one main tree. The reasons for the removal of two stars is 1. the house was not cleaned when we arrived, 2. kitchen sucked, and 3. privacy interruption. We arrived at check in time (2pm) and stepped in poop in the entryway while taking in the view. This could have happened after cleaning but it was a shock. We first found the kitchen counters were dirty, as were coffee maker and top of microwave. The kitchen trash was not taken out and had old coffee grounds. The large outdoor trash can was almost full from last guests. The toilet room was not cleaned and I’ll the spare the details. After over an hour of cleaning, we FINALLY were able to relax. I took photos of most of the issues before we resolved them. I contacted the owner and was told if I had checked in early, then it was our fault it wasn’t cleaned. We arrived at check in time, listed as 2pm. Then he said the prior guests had checked out very late and this made cleaning impossible. This story later changed and I was told it actually was cleaned and everyone was “very confused”. I almost felt as if we were blamed for the state of the place. I stated several times we wanted uninterrupted privacy and additional cleaning was not needed. The manager showed up 8am Friday, no mask, while I was undressed. Luckily, the door was closed and my boyfriend went outside so he didn’t come in any further. This was day 7 of our stay and we were not told he was coming. The kitchen is not adequate for preparing more than coffee and cereal. The dishes are not microwave safe, the can opener had the thickest coat of rust I’ve ever seen. We threw it away and bought a new one. There’s no large knife, the only straight blade is jagged from years of use. These are safety issues. They list an oven but there isn’t one. The listed grill is filthy. These issues can easily be remedied. The sponge was moldy and hadn't been replaced in at least several stays so we also replaced. We ate out most meals as a result. I hope this feedback is used to make it better for future guests. I hope to not hear we are not "adventurous" enough for this rustic rental, which is quite far from the truth. If the view is the only redeeming quality, well you're in CR, epic views abound.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021