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Perfect viewing of migrating Pacific whales, from the hills above Ojochal

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 62500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Ojochal, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Ballena
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinuela Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ventanas Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this vacation home is on a river, within a 15-minute drive of Playa Ballena and Marino Ballena National Park. .This vacation home is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Tortuga Beach and 3.6 mi (5.7 km) from Playa Tortuga.

What's nearby

  • Playa Ballena - 12 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Pinuela Beach - 13 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Ventanas Beach - 14 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Arco Beach - 17 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Uvita Beach - 23 min drive - 9.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Fernando’s Restaurante - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Nativo - ‬19 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.

Perfect viewing of migrating Pacific whales, from the hills above Ojochal

Come stay now during prime whale season! This is a 2500 square foot home nestled at 800 feet in the hills above Ojochal at the perfect elevation for cooling breezes (no AC necessary!) and white water ocean views.

As you enter this stunning property you are immediately impressed by the abundance of gardens lining the full property -- explosions of color and scent will delight all your senses! A serpentine paved driveway winds past the security gate and ascends to two levels, with the upper level featuring access right from your car to the 3 en suite bedrooms. Or park on the lower level for access to the lovely outdoor and indoor living spaces.

Once you walk into this property, the vistas will take your breath away, to the Ballena whale's tail and all the way beyond to Manuel Antonio an hour's drive away -- this is what Pura Vida dreams are made of. Behind you the majestic mountains bring mists and rainbows, and stunning bird life like parrots, toucans and macaws! Naturally, Howler, Capuchin and ChiChi monkeys are always around.

This 3 bedroom plus 3.5 bath is a rare find in today's market, and an entertainer's dream! The infinity pool is just the right size to do laps or simply sit under the waterfall for a relaxing shoulder massage, and there is a separate jacuzzi where you can enjoy your beverages. There is plenty of covered outdoor space, and it's expertly laid out with solid teak furniture and fans above, along with a gas barbecue. And there is a delightful heated outdoor shower for hosing off after a day at the beach.

As you enter the home's lower level you will find a chefs kitchen complete with beautiful granite counter tops, new fridge, dishwasher, filtered water system, and acres of prep space. Next to the kitchen is a secure storage area ("bodega") complete with owners lock up. The large family+living room is a bonus for those days you want to curl up and watch a good movie. Internet and streaming TV are served by high speed fiber. The large half bath is perfectly situated between the indoor and outdoor living areas.

Upstairs you will find 3 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms along with private patios.... every guest will feel right at home. The large master bedroom has a double vanity and space for your own reading nook or sitting area! There is also a full laundry center.

Located in upper Ojochal, its location is about 12 minutes by graded road from the Costanera highway. Ojochal is known for top restaurants and entertainment, and nearby Uvita is the shopping hub in the area. The many activities you or your guests can enjoy include surfing and SUPing, zip-lining, golf, horseback riding, waterfalls, kayaking, atv tours, bird and whale watching - to name just a few!

This easy access but secluded property is in high demand, and is only available for long-term (one week minimum, rates negotiable) rental. It was owner-occupied since its construction in 2010 until now, and has never been rented before. We just purchased it and are renting very selectively due to a need to stay in the US a few months into 2022.

The graded dirt road leading to our Phase 8 neighborhood is well maintained, but our driveway is pretty steep. So a 4WD vehicle is desirable for exploration. There are car rental car agencies in Uvita nearby.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. 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.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

You must bring your luggage in through the front (upper story) door. Dragging suitcases up the tiled stairs will ruin them.

Pets

Pets allowed
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pool and spa are open, children need supervision.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great honeymoon

Secluded, never felt the need for a bathing suit. Though there was construction in the area. AWD/4WD a must. Host was awesome. Had issues at the meetup place but my fault. Pictures speak for themselves. v/r Dan
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

Very nice peaceful place with a beautiful views
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanja W.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect house to celebrate honeymoon

Will is just a great host, he was super friendly, answered all our questions really fast and was really helpful. Also his property manager Julia was very friendly and very helfpul. The house is just amazing and really well equipped. The view is spectacular, the pool and the porch are really great. The house was very clean and the location is unique. Thank you Will and Julia, we had a wonderful time there and we felt like home. Looking forward to book it again ;-) We just can recommend a booking!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022