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Beachfront Villa, Private Pool, Fiber Optic

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On the beach, beach towels
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Indoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Dominical
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Dominical
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Dominicalito
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Bahía Ballena

On the beach.You'll find Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical within a 15-minute walk of this Bahía Ballena villa. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Playa Dominicalito are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hacienda Baru - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Playa Dominical - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Playa Dominicalito - 1 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dominicalito Beach - 1 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 15 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moromo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Junta - ‬2 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.

Beachfront Villa, Private Pool, Fiber Optic

The Space

If you’re going to rent a place in Costa Rica that’s on the beach, make sure it’s truly beachfront! Villa
Central is as close to the sand as you can legally build, offering an unparalleled connection to the ocean while lush jungle gardens provide complete privacy and intimacy.
Your days will revolve around the gorgeous, sparkling tiled pool that wraps around the expansive terrace.
Enjoy meals at the outdoor dining table where you can hear the ocean and smell the salt spray. Large eaves and an overhead fan ensure your comfort, rain or shine.
Large sliding glass doors connect the terrace to the modern kitchen, so the chef is never left out of the conversation or the stunning views. The villa also features a large living room and dining area downstairs, surrounded by native plants, palm trees, and towering 100-foot primary forest trees.

Key Features:

• Three large bedrooms, all with Air Conditioning.
• Two bedrooms feature private ensuite bathrooms.
• Upstairs bedrooms include private balconies, perfect for watching the waves and checking the tide.
• All bath and pool towels and linens are included.

Guest Access

You will have exclusive access to this complete, standalone home. While the driveway is shared with two other homes on the property, your privacy is assured with your own garage, grill, private pool, and a direct path to the beach. The villas are thoughtfully landscaped to create a secluded feel.

The Neighborhood

Villa Central is just a 5-minute drive from the quiet surf town of Dominical, known for its great restaurants and convenient stores. When the tide is out, it’s a gorgeous 20-minute stroll along the beach to town.
Famous for its fantastic surfing, Dominical also boasts a broad beach that extends nearly 100 yards at low tide. You can easily walk to breakfast or grab a drink at sunset without ever needing to get in your car.

Getting Around

The villa is located about 3 hours from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in Alajuela. Renting a car is easy, and you won’t need a 4-wheel drive vehicle to get here. All roads leading to the property are paved, making the drive straightforward and manageable for any rental car.

Important Information

On-Site Staff: A lovely local couple lives on the property. They provide light housekeeping services and keep the pools and gardens in pristine condition, ensuring a relaxing and well-maintained environment for your stay.

Larger Groups: Villa Central is one of three identical villas on the property. For larger groups, family reunions, or events of up to 25 people, please inquire about the possibility of renting two or all three villas together.

Ecotourism and Activities: Costa Rica is the heart of ecotourism, and the villa is centrally located for exploration. Our property manager’s concierge service can connect you with incredible local excursions including:
•Whale Watching.
• Sport Fishing
•ATV to the waterfalls
• Horseback rides to waterfalls.
• Ziplining.
• Birdwatching safaris.
• Mangrove kayak tours.
• River rafting.

It's the perfect way to experience this amazing country.

Check-in times are between 4:00 PM and 8:30 PM.
Check-out times are between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Furniture and household decorations are not allowed to be moved or relocated Guest needs to confirm has agrees to all rules in the booking platform
Check-in details are sent 1 month in advance and require a response no later than 72 hours before the arrival date.
This property isn’t being rented for Envision Festival. Thank you for respecting these rules.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Villa Central Steps to the Beach Jungle Ocean
Villa Central Steps to the Beach, Jungle & Ocean Ballena

Beachfront Villa, Private Pool, Fiber Optic Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

abigail m.

Liked: Cleanliness
From start to finish, host was helpful, professional, easy to work with. He connected us with excellent local resources, including Solid Car Rental folks and Katherine at Costaridecr.net. Beautiful property located right on the beach made for a wonderful family vacation.
Amazing sunsets
Miles of gorgeous, deserted beach
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

D'Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Dominical was sensational! It was our first time being in Costa Rica. Stephen was very responsive and helpful! Our flight arrived later than expected and he stayed at the house until we arrived in the evening and even made a quick grocery trip for us before we got there because the grocery store nearby would be closed before our arrival. The pool area and backyard are spectacular! We have kids aging from 11 to 18 and every single member of our family thoroughly enjoyed the pool and the beach! There were a couple of days we spent hours just jumping the waves in the ocean! It was very private and we felt on most days like we had the entire beach area to ourselves. The town is just down the road from the house and was perfect for us! Plenty of food options and we felt very safe walking around. Dominical has such a laid back vibe and everyone there was very friendly. The grocery store is only about a mile away which was very convenient, The house was very clean and the kitchen had all of the utensils we needed. Air conditioned bedrooms were great! The only recommendation I have is to maybe purchase more comfortable seating for the TV area. We didn’t watch TV much because we were out exploring everyday, but it was nice to unwind at night:) Since there isn’t air conditioning in the main area, it may be helpful to have floor fans available for guests. Overall our stay was Fabulous and we’d stay here again in a HEARTBEAT!
From backyard
Beautiful beach
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an absolutely amazing time! The home was well stocked with everything we needed and the owners communicated well with us during the check in and check out process. Location is amazing, pool was absolute heaven and the beach was steps away for us to explore and enjoy. No complaints. We hope to be back someday! ¡Pura vida!
😍
We made some friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly h.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’d love to give this place five stars—and I will—but part of me wants to keep this hidden gem a secret! The home was spacious for just the two of us, and the location was unbeatable. Being able to walk to a quiet, nearly private beach, rinse off in the outdoor shower, and then relax in the pool was incredible.Dominical is the perfect laid-back surfer town, just a short walk or quick drive away. For anything you can’t find there, the BM Supermercado is conveniently located only two minutes from the property. Even during the rainy season, the covered outdoor area allowed us to enjoy the fresh air and the views without worrying about the weather.Every detail of this home has been thoughtfully designed. The quality of the construction and décor is evident throughout, and the kitchen and grill were fully equipped for preparing meals at home. The bedroom air conditioning provided the perfect comfort for humid nights.The hosts were exceptional—welcoming, patient, and attentive. They waited to greet us despite our two-hour delay due to traffic, shared excellent restaurant recommendations, and helped us arrange tours with ease. Even though we stayed in the middle villa, we had complete privacy and tranquility.This home, the hosts, and the location exceeded every expectation. I couldn’t recommend it more—just don’t tell too many people about it!P.S. The lizards are BOLD and will invade your personal space looking for crumbs, ants, or just to check on what you've been up to.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best vacation ever

Our host was amazing. The location and property are second to none the the Dominical area. Love it, we’ll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome time!

We are 2 couples that visited. We have been here before and loved it then. On this trip we did the recommended Jungle ATV tour - fabulous! We had great meals at La Parcela and of course the wings at Jolly Roger’s! This villa is perfect for great walks on the beach, relaxing by the pool and has a great kitchen to prepare any foods or beverages desired. Easy travel to Manuel Antonio and Uvita for night life, and quiet if you wanted to stay home. We truly love this area and will be back for sure!!
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Beach House

My wife and I along with another couple stayed for 7 nights. Very convenient location to restaurants in the area, The house and pool were clean and they cleaned both twice during our stay. We noticed the sound of a few trucks downshifting on the road in front of the villa, but it was not a big deal. The beach was very quick to access and stunning! The management company for the villa was quick to respond to all our needs. 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy to get to home close to the beach

The home was very well equipped with kitchen supplies, beach towels, bath towels and plenty of seating. This was by far the cleanest vrbo I have stayed in. The staff/housekeeper went above and beyond to make sure our stay was pleasant. The home is close to the beach but we didn’t swim in it because of the rip tides. The pool was amazing and perfect for our kids. The house is right off the road which makes it accessible but there is a lot of noise from the street. The 3 houses are very close which would be great for families or friends staying close by. We loved the iguanas that hung around the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great waterfront location

Nice home overlooking the ocean. Steve was very helpful abd made the experience that much better. I would love to rent the place again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

liz a.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation house

We stayed in caballitos 2 for 1 week. The house was perfect for our group. The management was wonderful to work with and the caretaker was lovely . Having the beach right out front is amazing. It is not safe for swimming because of rip currents but at low tide there are wonderful tidal pools that the kids enjoyed. The house was clean and very well appointed. There is air conditioning in each of the bedrooms but not in the main living area. I highly recommend having a rental car as you can not walk to town during high tide unless you are on the main road. Overall we were very pleased with our stay and would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pura Vida!

Caballitos del Mar was perfect for us. The house was spotless and the grounds were beautiful. The Yougethere management team was very available and resourceful. Being able to walk the beach into Dominical (at low tide) was a bonus. We hope to return before too long!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerri N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing! We will be back

Absolutely no complaints here! This property is fabulous. It is well equipped with everything you need (just provide the groceries)! We could not get the kids to leave. The ocean is private, and we felt very safe and secure. Will definitely return :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful vacation

My husband and I stayed in Villa 1 a couple years ago with our kids and loved it. We brought friends this year and we’re in Villa 2. Loved it! The only downside - to this villa only- is the pool has full sun through the entire day, so the pool stays really warm and hard to cool down when it’s hot. Even with that - would rent here again !
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Amazing stay. Beautiful house
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Gina S.

Great Family place

Great house in front of the beach. Perfect for family vacations.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

Phenomenal

Great location, great beach, great pool. Great times.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lora A.

Beautiful setting for relaxation

We rented two houses for a family reunion. The location was wonderful and the houses were just what we needed. We spent most of our time in the large pool. We had all of the assistance we needed to answer all of our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

Excellent property and exceptional management / staff

This is a beautiful property, exactly as described. Entire property is very well maintained with a tremendous attention to detail throughout. Kitchen is very well equipped; linens, bedding and furniture is all top notch. Kids loved the pool! Wifi worked well. Nora and Rolando were great. Steve, Josue and Claudia were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. We booked several outings through them and it was all amazing! An amazing stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Mechanicsville, MD

Wonderful home close to Dominical and Uvita

We had only a family of four, but this house will sleep up to 7 comfortably. The ocean is just a short walk away, and you can see and hear it from the house. There were enough plantings to draw a variety of birds. The on-site staff were extremely nice and helpful. Having a washer and dryer right in the house is a bonus when you have dirty clothes from the awesome local fishing and other activities The highway noise can be loud, but that was just a small annoyance. Bedroom air conditioning worked well, but it was so hot during our stay that we wished we had central. But that's just a few spoiled Americans talking... We loved it so much that we are booking again for next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas R.

Paradise by the sea

The home itself was amazing for our family of 6. Our kids ages 10, 8, 6, and 3 loved the pool as well as jumping in the waves of the ocean. The beach is nearly private and mainly sandy although during high tide the large rocks along the shore may get in the way. Dominical is a short walk down the beach which is a sleepy surfer village with a couple of great restaurants. The house was clean and extremely spacious. Nora and Rolando were extremely nice and made sure our stay was as magical as it could be. The kids loved the iguanas that visited us everyday in the yard. The location of the home is close to Manuel Antonio (40 min drive and Monkeys Galore) as well as Hacienda Baru which was perfect for our family for zip lining. Overall it was an unforgettable stay with beautiful sunsets, wonderful swimming, and overall a great vacation destination.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

It was heaven on earth

Our group of 15 all loved these villas! There is nothing not to love about beautiful houses tucked in on the edge of the rain forest and just feet from the most beautiful beach ever. We had an amazing time and want to return as soon as we can.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Denis D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Un lieu très honnête et exceptionnel

Un des meilleurs choix que nous ayons faits après trois voyages au Costa Rica. Bien sûr, certains diront que la route et les voisins sont un peu bruyants. Mais cela est tellement pardonnable compte tenu de la localisation et de la propreté des lieux. La maison est très bien entretenue et nous n’avons manqué de rien dans les équipements de la cuisine. La proximité avec la nature et la mer, presque privée, est assez exceptionnelle pour le rapport qualité/prix.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025