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A swimming pool with a wooden deck and lounge chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A staircase leading to a wooden building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a palm tree.
A large, multi-story house with a swimming pool and lush garden.
A view of a coastal landscape with a sunset, palm trees, and a gazebo.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, multiple windows, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 106000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Dominicalito, Puntarenas, Osa
  • Place, Playa Dominicalito
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dominicalito Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this vacation home is by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Dominicalito Beach and Hacienda Baru. .This vacation home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Playa Dominicalito and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Playa Dominical.

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 9 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Dominicalito Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Hacienda Baru - 10 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Playa Dominical - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 21 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Moromo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Junta - ‬9 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.

Private Suites. Grand Spaces. One Unforgettable Escape.

Escape to 180 del Mar, a private four-bedroom retreat perched above Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast with sweeping 180° ocean views, lush jungle surroundings, spectacular sunsets, and brilliant starry skies. Set across three distinctive octagonal towers, the home offers exceptional space and privacy: four detached bedroom suites, each with a private terrace, view, generous closet, and en-suite bathroom. Three suites have king beds and one has a queen; a full-size futon and twin trundle are available upon request.
Relax in the spacious indoor-outdoor living area, prepare meals in the well-equipped kitchen, dine inside or on the veranda, and cool off in the ocean-facing pool. Comfortable furnishings, handcrafted woodwork, laundry facilities, and a powder room make longer stays easy. Located in a gated community for added privacy and security; a 4x4 vehicle is required.
While 180 del Mar feels wonderfully secluded, it is conveniently close to national parks, a wide range of tours, beaches for strolling, swimming, and surfing, as well as grocery stores, gas stations, medical clinics, and banks. Nature surrounds the home, with frequent visits from tropical birds, monkeys, sloths, and other wildlife. Guests who enjoy walking can explore neighborhood routes ranging from leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes, and Poza Azul waterfall makes a refreshing stop at the bottom of the hill.



Keywords: Private, spacious, comfortable, large groups, sunsets
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this vacation home include concierge services, gas grills, and babysitting service.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 6,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Non refundable pet deposit

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

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Private Suites. Grand Spaces. One Unforgettable Escape. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED this beautiful VRBO. The space was ideal, there were beautiful birds and animals, the kitchen was great for cooking, and the host was kind and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to escape

Great location to relax and spend time as a family.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful prooerty

Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

Really enjoyed our stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you for an amazing time in this home! We enjoyed every part of our trip, and your property helped enhance our experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I had a group of 9 and stayed for two weeks. We had a wonderful time! House location is magical! Definitely is a drive up a pretty steep hill to get there so 4x4 is recommended but that seems to be the case with most of the homes in Dominical so nothing unusual. House layout was perfect for us. I loved the separate beds. I get up way before the kids so it was really nice to be able to make coffee and noise without worrying about waking the kiddos up. Elizabeth was the best host I think I’ve ever had! I kid you not as soon as I contacted her about anything within 5 minutes whatever I wanted was granted:) Truly the best! I’m definitely going to stay here again if I’m ever lucky enough to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place for a family get together

We celebrated my wife's 60th with some of her sisters , everyone loved the house the area and the Jungle vibe
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pura Vida at its finest

We had a wonderful time at the house. It has everything you would need. Perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place!

Our family spent a week here and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Elizabeth was very helpful and quick to respond when we had questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place for a family vacation

Great set up for our family of 8 with space for everyone. The pool was lovely as was the wildlife who stopped by for a visit. Very well-equipped kitchen with everything we needed. Easy to get to restaurants and Mama Toucans for food.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Stay with the Best Views

Our two families enjoyed every minute of our holiday here. It was like our own mini tropical resort in the rainforest. Toucans, capuchins, and all other manner of wildlife visited us daily. The hosts were wonderful and very communicative. Memories to last a lifetime!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holidays away

My sister and I rented this and brought spouses and kids. They kids LOVED the property. Pool and porch were beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The view is stunning

Our group of 9 had an amazing time. Thank you Elizabeth for your great care!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

The house was amazing as well as the property! We saw so much wildlife just from the patio. It was great for us to have our own separate rooms too. Elizabeth was the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the Jungle

Beautiful location! Really nice set up with privacy for all staying. Pool was lovely! Hosts were fantastic! Super quick to respond and help A few too many bugs but all in all we would definitely return :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two week getaway

We stayed here with two other couples for two weeks. Everything was as advertised and the hosts were extremely helpful in providing us information about the area and setting up some morning fishing trips! The layout of the place was perfect for couples. The drive up the mountain was a little steep but fine once you got used to it.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We loved our stay! Very clean and inviting. The view and sounds were incredible! Plenty of room for everyone. The last day we had a couple of Howler monkeys hanging out with us by the pool - just amazing. Thank you so much for the memories, hope to be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication

A beautiful view

We love visiting Domenical. This trip was no exception. The rental was a bit more remote which can make it a target for thieves. Be sure to lock up your rooms when you leave. We lost some cash and electronics while we were there which put a bit of a damper on the trip. Elizabeth was wonderful and supportive throughout.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday trip

Beautiful view, rooms were very comfortable and accommodating for all eight of us. We loved watching the sunset from the back porch. I grilled fresh fish caught that day on the outdoor grill and served it up on that big beautiful, round table in the kitchen area. My husband said he could live in that everyday, happily. We would love to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Home with ocean and jungle feel

The hosts were helpful friendly and informative, the home was fabulous with lots of wildlife, and breathtaking sunsets, great for families and friends with a communal room and very private sleeping quarters. Close to towns and restaurants, nearby beaches, and grocery store. This place had all the toys and utensils you would need. Rent an SUV, its a must
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

I have nothing but good things to say about this property! The location, the house , the view , the pool and the property manager are amazing. I definitely recommend this location if you want to completely disconnect and have your privacy. We will definitely comeback !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st time to CR

Marina Vista was as stated!! You walk in the front door and even before you do there are stunning views. Communicated all along the way.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

The hosts were great and we loved the open air floor plan. Hearing the howler monkeys was a bonus. Visitors should know this is a jungle home so there will be ants and in the rainy season, some humidity in the rooms. Definitely recommend a 4x4 to access the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place was magical

I'm still smiling about our stay at this beautiful home. You are right in the rainforest in a gorgeous open air home (bedrooms have A/C). Views for hours of the wildlife, plants, flowers and of course, the ocean. The owners live nearby and are so responsive. They even helped us set up a chef to prepare dinner for us our first night there. This was such a great way to experience Costa Rica and I would recommend it to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

It was perfect. The home was a beautiful design with so many spaces for personal items. It felt connected to nature. The pool was used every day. We enjoyed lizards, bats, birds, a giant ant hill, one person saw a monkey. The plants were amazing, there were bananas, vanilla, many flowers and it was just so tropical yet not too hot. It's my dream house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024