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An infinity pool, a lap pool
Beach towels
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2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Playa Dominicalito
    11 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru
    2 min drive
  • Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding
    6 min drive
  • Quepos (XQP)
    34 min drive

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About the area

Ballena

Seaside stay .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Playa Dominicalito and 2 miles (3 km) of Hacienda Baru with a stay here. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 11 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru - 2 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 4 min drive
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 7 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬5 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.

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C

• Stunning Modern Jungle Villa Near Parks, Adventures and Amenities
• 5 Acre Private Estate Property With No Neighbors in Sight
• Security Fence Surrounds the Entire Villa Making it Safe, Secure and Private
• Electrically Operated Entry Gates Keep the Entire Property Safe, Secure and Private
• 45-foot infinity Lap Pool
• Sunken Pool Bar for Two
• Integrated Indoor & Outdoor Lounge
• Both Bedrooms have Ensuite Bathrooms, Air Conditioning and Ceiling Fans
• Four Spacious Showers with Views
• Modern Fully Equipped Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops and Breakfast Island
• Covered Rancho for with an Ocean View for BBQ Grilling
• WIFI Internet for Villa, Poolside and Sundeck
• Smart TV with Netflix (no satellite or cable tv)
• Outdoor Shower with Ocean & Jungle Views
• Security Safe large enough for electronics, laptops and camera
• Comfortable Beds, Pillows & Sheets
• Only 1 Mile to the Beach

Gorda Vista is located on a mountainside, surrounded by lushly forested jungle, overlooking Dominicalito Beach. At an altitude of 564ft above sea level it receives pleasant cooling breezes from both ocean and mountains.

It has been designed as the ideal vacation property making the most of it’s beautiful location and an outdoor living concept. It is perfect for a couple on a honeymoon, a romantic getaway or a family on an adventure vacation.

It is over 5 acres of completely private and secure paradise. You have the entire property to yourself, only having to share with the wildlife. Howler and white faced monkeys stop by regularly to eat from the surrounding trees. Toucans, hawks, hummingbirds, song birds, doves and butterflies are always nearby. To access our jungle villa there is a grand, electrically operated entrance gate within a 10 ft (3m) high security/privacy fence.

The 45-foot infinity edge lap pool has a wider area adjacent to the house which has a raised table and two tiled sunken chairs for you to relax in while sipping cocktails and watching the sun set into the ocean.

Gorda Vista was built and furnished to the highest specifications. The entire ground floor has been cleverly designed to integrate the pool, deck, rancho, covered terrace, kitchen and lounge into one outdoor living space. It can be easily changed into separate outdoor and indoor spaces by simply closing the large glass doors that are on two sides of the lounge wall.
The master bedroom has a large balcony with 2 deck chairs and a table to enjoy the best sunrise coffee you have ever experienced as you listen to the jungle “wake”. It also has 2 standing only balconies offering mountain and ocean views. It has air conditioning, kingsize bed, a large ensuite bathroom with a sandstone shower for two, his and hers sinks, separate toilet room and a ceiling fan. The second bedroom can be used for children or a couple as it has two single beds that can be placed together to make one kingsize bed. It has air conditioning, ceiling fan, ensuite bathroom and 2 standing only balconies with ocean views. There is also a comfortable twin-size day-bed on the terrace for those afternoon naps.
The location of our property will make your vacation easy. Stores, restaurants and amenities are only a few minutes drive away. The beach is safe for swimming and beginner surfing. There are a great variety of nearby tours, activities and adventures for all ages and levels of excitement. We will be happy to discuss all your options when you arrive.
• You must have a 4x4 vehicle to access the property and safely enjoy the Southern Pacific Zone of Costa Rica.

Property manager

Doug and Janet Einarson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Exercise/Lap pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee grinder
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Outdoor terrace area is open to the pool.

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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

Vrbo Property
Private Jungle Villa W/ocean View Infinity Pool Wildlife A/C

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather I., Bakersfield, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
This was a top notch house. There’s a reason why it’s all five star reviews. I loved every second of it. The living room can get a little hot since there is no AC due to the open air around the rooftop, but you can always open the sliders. I was just not wanting so many bugs in. So when I got too hot, I’d go sit by the lovely pool and be immediately cool. I saw monkeys, toucans, iguanas, the most beautiful hummingbirds I’ve ever seen in my life. Really spectacular. The owners and the manager are just fantastic. Great communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Honeymoon Getaway!
My wife and I had a wonderful time here. This place is relaxing, even during the rainy season!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan T., Roseville, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Shangri La
My wife and I stayed at Gorda Vista Jungle Villa for a belated honeymoon for one week. It was a magical place, set well into the mountain jungle, almost two miles from the main road. The pictures are accurate but don’t do it justice. Doug kept in contact with us and met us at the Super Dominical, then escorted us up to the property. It was breathtaking in the limited daylight, and we woke to see the whole property the next morning. Definitely take advantage of the concierge service with Juli Harris. It helps with getting an idea of what activities you can enjoy when you are in the area. I was disappointed that during our stay, we didn’t see any monkeys or sloths from the house (although we did see them elsewhere), but we saw an iguana, basilisk, butterflies, Toucans, bats,and could hear Howler monkeys. Just so you know, it does take a 4WD to get there and it’s at least a 3 hour drive from the San Jose airport. This was the best VRBO we’ve stayed in! Alan
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect and Private Getaway Home
This is an exceptional house in a remote and private area. The hosts were welcoming and responsive. The best feature of the home is the pool. It’s perfect for lounging and laps. We will definitely come again. Make sure to rent a 4x4 - the mile trip from the main road to the home climbs about 500 feet and can get pretty rough in the rain.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in the Costa Rica jungle
My family enjoyed 4 nights in this beautiful VRBO! The owners are warm and responded quickly to any questions or help we may have needed. The grounds and home are beautiful and well kept. Gorgeous views and all of the kind people we met made our stay in Costa Rica such a fantastic experience. We had a great trip and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
My husband, myself and our 2 boys (11 & 9) have been visiting Costa Rica for several years. We've stayed in the Dominical/Uvita area for the past 3, and this has been our favorite house so far. The location is amazing, the house is very clean, and the pool is the largest we've experienced. We had such a great time listening to monkeys and toucans while drinking coffee in the morning. We visited a close by waterfall multiple times, our boys surfed for 3 days, we went to Reptilandia, went to several different beaches, had great meals at restaurants and at the house. This vacation was one of the best we've ever had. The hosts were great and showed us to the property upon arrival and were very responsive. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen M., Denver, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Retreat
This house/property was clean, comfortable and a peaceful place to stay. It was a perfect home base for our adventurous family of four (2 teenagers). I probably would not recommend for families with small children due to the open floor plan. The kitchen had everything we needed for preparing meals. There were a few games that we enjoyed. Our favorite area was the patio where we would sit every morning and evening even if it was raining. We enjoyed watching for wildlife. Bring your binoculars. Animals we saw on the property include: toucans, coatimundi, capuchin monkeys, lizards, iguanas, poison dart frog, bats, agouti, and the most magical blue morpho butterfly. The hosts are very nice and seem readily available if need be. I would definitely stay here again when visiting Dominical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! We love this villa!
The property is fantastic! Be sure to have a 4x4 to ensure safe travels, better to have a pick-up truck if you can. D and J are very hospitable, responsive, and respectable. The home is very clean and well appointed. The pool is just what you need. My wife and I travelled for our honeymoon and the seclusion of the mountain side is exactly what you need. We enjoyed all the noises of the animals, the stars at night, the sunrises and sunsets. The locality to fantastic food, excursions, and the highway. Please stay here! You won’t regret it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure tranquility.
WOW, Gorda Vista is pure tranquility. A jungle villa is a perfect description of this property. The wildlife from butterflies to monkeys and multitudes of birds/owls. Toucans visited daily in the big tree. Mornings are a symphony of birds(being a bird lover I was in heaven) and other jungle sounds that are a true delight to start your day with a great cup of coffee. The villa is located in the jungle overlooking the ocean with stunning sunsets. Pictures can not capture the beauty of this place. My wife and I stayed here and it was the most relaxing vacation we have had in years. The local beaches are perfect and uncrowded. There is so much to do and explore within a few minutes drive. Speaking of the drive, as mentioned in other posts a 4x4 vehicle is a must. The road is fine just steep in places. The villa is perfect for a family or two couples. The only sounds we heard were nature and ourselves. My only regret is we had to leave. The owners are wonderful, very helpful and gave great advise. Don't forget to check out the gardens, lots of treasures down there. Spending days by the pool was so refreshing. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
We had a wonderful stay here! The views are amazing and the sounds of nature are peaceful and enlightening. We wanted to know which bird or monkey was making all the sounds! There were two toucans that visited us every day and evening. The pool is so refreshing after a day of adventure. The kitchen is large and very well equipped. We had a private chef come to cook dinner for us one evening and it was an awesome experience! The surrounding area is quaint but perfect for what we were looking for. Thank you Doug and Janet for having us. A special thanks for showing us around the property late at night due to flight delays. You are so kind!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T., American Fork

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in the Jungle
Beautiful place to stay up in the Jungle, beautiful views, Safe and secure! lots of animals to see, Relaxing pool, great accomodations, Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

G. Steven O.

Liked: Cleanliness
It's possible to rent a piece of heaven in Dominical, Costa Rica
The owners met us and personally went over details to know about the house. There was a security gate and fence. A Beautiful infinity pool overlooking jungle and ocean. The owners have a great eye for detail - lovely home and landscaped grounds. Fans and air conditioning in bedrooms. Howlers, toucans, scarlet rumped tanager, hummingbirds and cane toad seen around the property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Better have a 4 wheel drive. Thank you for the opportunity to stay in your beautiful sanctuary !!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
We loved staying here it was incredible. The open floor plan and the pool were dreamy. From the pool we watched monkeys and toucans go by and at night after grilling dinner we got back into the pool and saw shooting stars. The drive up and down the hill was not for the faint of heart but totally worth it and wonderful
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house in a perfect location with a perfect view
Our family had a great get away in Dominicalito. The house was perfect with a great view of the ocean. The pool was also perfect and makes for a perfect start and end of the day!! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Yep, this is paradise………………..
Upon waking up this morning following our return from Costa Rica, our first thought was, “We wish we were back at Gorda Vista!” Anyone who doesn’t thoroughly enjoy this VRBO doesn’t understand the meaning of “paradise”. Everything — the property, the surroundings, the house, the swimming pool, the outdoor shower, the kitchen, the hosts, the seclusion, the creatures of the jungle — it’s all perfect. There’s nothing negative we can say; we’d return in a heartbeat. One thing for certain — when you read that a four-wheel SUV is necessary, they’re completely serious. You’d never make it up the mountain in a typical sedan. But it’s just part of the adventure and the charm. Enjoy — we’re sure you’ll love it as we did.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J., Vancouver USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous View!
We had an amazing 6 nights here. We were close to Uvita and Manuel Antonio which we wanted. The home is very comfortable and has everything you’re going to need. We swam in the beautiful pool twice a day. This was our second rental we stayed in during our time in Costa Rica. They also have a washer/dryer on site which we used and our other place didn’t have. The owners Doug and Janet were great with our every question. Oh and did I mention there’s a concierge service too?!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
private jungle villa
We enjoyed our stay at the private jungle villa with a bonus large private garden on the property, located a short drive from the highway. The pool is quite enjoyable with the shallow seating area and deeper end. Comfortable outside living area.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skyler D.

Liked: Cleanliness
100% as advertised
It was exactly as advertised if not better. After a 3-hour drive from San Jose, Doug and Janet were quick to get us checked in and into vacation mode…very much appreciated! The property manager, Lyle, is super friendly and responsive plus has great recommendations for food and activities; although we spent most of our time in the pool bird watching and listening to the howler monkeys. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michela v.

Liked: Cleanliness
The pool of my Dreams!
We had a wonderful 3 week stay at Gorda Vista! We swam in the pool, read, ate great food & then did it again! We loved the little town of Dominical & ate at some yummy little restaurants. This was our third trip to Cost Rica & it didn’t disappoint!
Stayed 20 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorda Vista was perfect!
We loved everything about this VRBO stay. Lovely view, easy check in, comfortable beds, privacy. Dominical is a quaint town with the friendliest ticos/ticas. We enjoyed the beach and the vendors and artists on the beach. My only disappointment is that we could not stay longer! Thank you to Lyle for all of the local recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream
We are a family of four who work too much and spend a lot of vacation time with friends and extended family. This vacation was a long overdue trip with just the four of us, husband wife 10y/o and 6y/o. And it was everything we wanted it to be and more. We did family surfing, poolside massage, catamaran trip ( with snorkeling and a water slide and maybe the best meal of the week!), zip lining, and found out way to visit, swim, climb and even slide down probably 4 or 5 different waterfalls (10y/o even, but the 6y/o self selected out). We enjoyed sunny mornings and then watching the storm clouds roll in during late lunches… cooling everything off. The normal August rain did not stop us from doing much of anything, tho of course must be cautious about bouldering etc when the slippery factor is amped up. We loved the wildlife in CR, but will advise you to keep those screen doors closed to the bedrooms. Insects are part of life. Our last night we had the private chef come and at first I was worried it was just tad too expensive for the kids to appreciate, until they sat with us and ate everything and we had the most relaxing, fun, chill, bonding meal of the week. Worth every penny. Every evening we all got in the pool and played and splashed/outdoor showered, snuggled into their beds with relative ease. Costa Rica is a lovely country. Credit cards are accepted most everywhere but we were glad when we got some colones and figured out the exchange rate. Absolute dream.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
Paradise! The grounds and Villa are beautiful with a stunning view. Layout and features of the Villa are well thought out. We loved the covered patio area, ability to open full wall windows in kitchen/living, patios off rooms were lovely and pool lights in evening made for gorgeous evening swims. Our kids (ages 7 and 8) appreciated the varying depths of the pool with a shallow part near sunken loungers, a large step down they could play on and then a shallow end (nose above water on tip toes) and a deep end (~6 feet) for diving. Lots of pool floats for use. Town of Dominical had some amazing restaurants and coffee shops. Small grocery store nearby was a pricier than we had at other locations so we wished we had purchased more groceries and liquor before arriving. Owners were AMAZING and super helpful with check in, answering questions and addressing any concerns we had. Power went out a couple nights (which supposedly is uncommon) but they ensured we had charged flashlights and brought extra batteries when one ran out. Concierge was helpful in booking some excursions for us and even coordinated babysitting so adults could go paragliding one day (highly recommend Zion paragliding…top highlight of our trip)! Poza Azul waterfall was 5 minutes away and was BEAUTIFUL and so fun to swim in. Some small parts of the Villa are showing wear of age but owners are on top of things and doing repairs and regular upkeep. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

Liked: Cleanliness
INCREDIBLE!
What an amazing place! My wife and I stayed there recently and it was beautiful! It was better than we could have hoped for! The location and seclusion are wonderful, the house is gorgeous! The owners Doug and Janet were very attentive and helpful! They really helped us get into the "Pura Vida" lifestyle! Town and multiple beaches are close by, but we usually were only away a couple hours because we just wanted to get back to the house! There are also many excellent places to eat close by. We had Yolanda and Wendy from Jungle Sun Spa come to the house for massages; highly recommended! They are excellent! If you get the chance to stay here, make it happen! We are looking foward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida Gorda Vista
What an absolute amazing house. Completely surrounded by jungle but can still see the ocean. Seeing the monkeys flying through trees was so cool. Very well maintained and managed property. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023