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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Ojochal, Puntarenas
  • Ventanas Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tortuga Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Playa Tortuga
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Palmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1/2

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Ylang Ylang - Ocean View Villa with Pool

Casa Ylang Ylang is perched high above the blue Pacific, offering splendid ocean and mountain vistas. You will enjoy delightful daytime sea breezes and cooling nighttiime mountain breezes.
Awaken to toucans raiding the papaya and banana trees. Parrots, hummingbirds, and other wildlife we haven’t totally identified, thrive in the lush tropical foliage. Even scarlet macaws are sighted. ETC.
Please see pictures (I'm not great on providing narrative) and amenity list. The villa is fully equipped and ready to be lived in - please enjoy the magic that is Costa Rica.
Your stay includes free access to the Happy House.

Please note the map placement is incorrect. The house is located on the "easy side" of Ojochal, less than 3 km off the coastal highway (by car) and a half mile from the coast/beach (as the bird flies, i.e., not a walkable path). To save money, please send an inquiry rather than a reservation request.

Several excellent restaurants are located in and around Ojochal, as well as all desired creature comforts. Nearby beaches include lovely Playa Tortuga (within view), Playa Ventanas (with 5 caves), Uvita’s Whale’s Tail, and the Marina Ballena National Park. Within 90 minutes driving are Manuel Antonio (most visited National Park in CR), Dominical (great surfing) and the entire Osa Peninsula experience. Enjoy zip line canopy tours, whale/ dolphin watching, bird watching, kayaking, surfing, horseback riding, sports fishing, etc., or simply cocktails on a choice of verandas as the sun drops below the horizon fifty miles away.

Ojochal de Osa is located along the Costanera Highway 30 minutes north of Palmar Sur Airport. (daily 35 minute flights from San Jose via Naturair or Sansa.) If driving from San Jose, the picturesque trip takes 3 ½ hours.

Costa Rica Mindset:
Yes, there are bugs in CR- but these are kept under control by the breezes and the Gecko patrol. Should you happen to be bothered by bugs/geckos, you might wish to consider an alternative destination.
Driving is not recommended after dark (5:30). Unless your flight arrives in the morning, we suggest you spend your first CR night in the central valley, or along the way.

Warning: You may find yourselves setting an alarm to arise at dawn each day just to absorb ALL of the constant beauty around the remarkable surroundings of this gracious Mediterranean villa. And if you encounter particular problems during your stay, a resourceful English speaking manager resides locally just a phone call away.


Keywords: house, villa, vacation home, ocean view, pool,

Property manager

diane k smith

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ojochal

Ciudad Cortés is home to this holiday home. Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Topolandia and Parque Reptilandia. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ojochal, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Ventanas Beach - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Playa Ballena - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Tortuga Beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Pinuela Beach - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 11 min drive - 4.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Heliconia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Citrus - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Real La Costa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ballena Beach Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Aracari Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Ylang Ylang - Ocean View Villa with Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casa Ylang Ylang - Ocean View Villa with Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Ylang Ylang - Ocean View Villa with Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Ylang Ylang - Ocean View Villa with Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Ylang Ylang - Ocean View Villa with Pool located?

Situated in Ciudad Cortés, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Playa Garza and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tortuga Beach and Playa Tortuga. El Pavón Waterfall and Ventanas Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruno B.

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

Chillout Time

Diane is a wonderful host and her villa is charming with a lot of character the perfect place to slow down and enjoy Costa Rica
Stayed 61 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Amazing!!

Everything was great. We had some issues with the plumbing, but the property manager was very responsive in getting it taken care of.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful stay at casa ylang ylang.

My family and I had a lovely stay at casa ylang ylang. My kids loved the pool which we used every day except for one day of our two week stay. House is on older side so it can use some touch ups, however, it does have its charm and lots of character. The kitchen is great, we did a lot of cooking and used the grill as well. The views were amazing, sunset was beautiful to see. It’s very hot weather, could use more fans. But nights did get a bit cooler so you could get a nice rest. And pool was refreshing. Like it describes yes many bugs, it was interesting to see a new one every other day but they mind their own and yes you are in Costa Rica rich in greens and life. Gecko kept us company here and there, my youngest actually looked forward to spotting them around the house. Having washer/dryer was great, after constantly going to beach/pool/exploring it was so helpful. Definitely best to have four by four, the house is up there but again great great views! Close enough to beaches and yet nice to be in a more private residential area. Some construction nearby but I have to say, first I woke up with sounds of the many birds which is what I imagined Costa Rica would be so the construction actually was not too bad. Kenny was very nice, helpful and available when we reached out a couple of times. Thanks Kenny!! Overall the house was a wonderful part of our vacation, we very much enjoyed it!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick H., Pickens, SC, USA

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

Excellent accommodations and location. Great views, pool, local restaurants and wildlife.

Great house with views, pool and wildlife. Ojochal is a great area. Host was terrific.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jhan F., Port Alberni, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fancy digs

Pros: Nice place, well stocked kitchen, very comfortable, great pool, amazing birdwatching! Ken the property manager was helpful and communicative; Playa Ventanas. Cons: surprise $100 key deposit; landscapers weedwacking all day on the property above; was advertised as having a dvd player and movies, and the player was broken; the soda next to the super - steer clear.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V.

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

Gorgeous views

Both the owner and property manager are responsive and nice. Cute property, expansive views. Has everything you need. The pool is long enough to swim. Nice straight shot on the road, 4x4 required. We didn't get to see a lot of birds, they fly by but don't seem to land close. The town itself is cute and out of the way. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina K.

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

Fabulous outdoor space

This is our 6th rental in CR, and we had a wonderful experience. Ojochal is a tiny village but has stunningly good restaurants! It's very close to uvita, which has more amenities if needed. Our favorite beach, pinuelas, is extremely close, but it's been closed for a year now. There are other lovely beaches nearby. The best part of this entire region is the beach/ mountain combo. This house is up the mountain enough you don't need a/c but you're not stuck in the clouds as much as higher locations. The drive up the mountain isn't bad, but you definitely need 4wd (needed in CR generally). It was wonderful to have a washer dryer on site with no restrictions. Many rentals in CR either make you pay for laundry or make you pay for them to do it. Beds were comfortable, kitchen utilities were good. Plenty of towels and beach towels. Anything you need that isn't provided you can bring (I always bring shampoo, conditioner, tide pods,etc..) or purchase at BM in uvita. The outdoor space at this house is top notch. The sunset, mountain and ocean views ( from multiple porches, pool, and bedroom) can't be beat. The pool receives sun most of the day. If you go too high in the mountains, you may find yourself in clouds much of the day in rainy season. That was not a problem for this location!! There are houses nearby but this house itself is totally private. There were fewer monkeys at this house...i personally did NOT mind the lack of howler monkey calls at 5am).Be warned, the driveway is very steep, narrow, curvy, and slippery!! Use 4wd at all times or you might regret it. The only other suggestion I'd make is a few more loungers (specifically on the largest patio on the north side of the house). Overall this was a fabulous experience and we hope to visit again!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Fabulous 12 days in Ojochal

We had a wonderful, deeply relaxing time. The sunset views from the deck and pool made every night special. The house has a lot of character, and the kitchen was well-equipped and very easy to use. Kenny was very helpful getting us checked in. This place made us want to live in Costa Rica!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ally B.

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

Loved Every Moment!

What a truly beautiful place and incredibly special experience. We cannot wait to come back to this place, incredible vibes! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

BRENT and Christine M.

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

First Time to Costa Rica Brent and Christine

This place was everything we could imagine for our first trip to Costa Rica! Once we booked our VRBO rental the owner Diane sent us all the needed information for our stay and additional info due to Covid travel. (Very helpful!) Our host, Ken was right on time and kept us informed via Whatsapp. Thank you Ken! The scenery, critters, foliage and quiet tranquility were amazing! Great architecture and 12 ft. ceilings made it very spacious. We absolutely loved having our own pool to relax in! All of the amenities were spot on (except no hair dryer) but that's ok just wanted to mention it. The little store/deli at the bottom of the hill has pretty much everything you could ask for and more. We ate at a couple restaurants close by. Fusion's atmosphere was light and airy, drinks were good and sushi was just what we hoped for. We also ate at Beehive. The atmosphere there was very calm and welcoming! Staff and food were very nice! Also, the Waze navigation app was much more helpful than Google Maps. Pura Vida!! Hasta luego!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calme, détente et vue exceptionnelle

la localisation de la propriété est idéale pour admirer la vue sur la mer et apercevoir les baleines. La maison est très bien agencée et ses nombreux balcons et terrasses permettent de vivre à l'extérieur.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

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

Great sunsets!

Very clean, spacious and spectacular views. Great last minute find as we were displaced because if Coronavirus and booked an early flight home. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simone K.

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

Wonderful

Everything was wonderful: the house, the garden and the spectacular views. We will come back for sure.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Kyle G.

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

Beautiful property

My wife and i somehow both missed the 4X4 requirement, but it is needed. The road is not bad, but it is very steep and slippery when wet. Everything in the house functioned well, great view, large pool. Overall a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David L., Leesburg, VA

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

Excellent! Quiet property with a Million Dollar View!

We completely enjoyed our stay. The parrots were wonderful to see every morning and the other wildlife was also great! As a photographer I especially enjoyed the wonderful ocean view and spectacular sunsets! We visit Ojochal every six months and this was the best house yet!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Our Favorite Place in Costa Rica

This was our 4th trip back and we're already planning for next year. This home is beautiful and meets all our needs.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Richard T.

Beautiful views and Sunsets

We had a enjoyable staying here. Kenny the house manager was great and helpful with anything. He even found my lost wallet. The pool was our daily lifesaver from the heat. We enjoyed BBQing lobster, snapper, mahi-mahi and carnitas on the grill in the evenings.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Very beautiful, restful and lovely home. I love staying here, it reminds me of a little Castle

This place is lovely, the view is fantastic. It over looks the Pacific Ocean. It is nicely located close to nice restaurants and convenient stores. We have stayed at this house 4 times in the past 5 years. The owner and property manager are very helpful, kind and easy to work with. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 38 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim O.

Lovely property, well managed, spectacular views

This house is really beautiful. Lots of doors and windows to take advantage of lovely Costa Rican breezes. It has many decks and patios to enjoy its spectacular ocean views. Notes: -- When the owner advises a 4-wheel drive, *believe her*! Roads all over this area are very steep and bumpy. We got talked into an "all wheel drive" by Enterprise at the San Jose airport. A big mistake on our part. -- When our inadequate car could barely make it up the hill, the property manager went out of his way to get us food and drink and get us secure for the night. Way beyond what anyone would expect. Thank you, Ken! -- We had a couple of problems with the water heater and the internet. When we informed the manager, he got up the hill promptly and took care of the issues. (Internet is spotty all over this area, especially in high tourist season; there just isn't the electronic infrastructure we are used to. Even family members that are C.R. residents had this problem in their houses.) -- The pool and landscaping are very well done and maintained. -- Toucans, parrots, butterflies, and others make the hill their home, making it a very fun experience. There is even a resident iguana who lives in a post by the driveway and suns himself by the pool. Lovely home in the prettiest spot imaginable. We would happily return and stay here if the opportunity presented itself.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amber M., Spanaway, WA USA

Amazing and Beautiful

House and view were amazing. The pool was perfect for cooling down and relaxing. Diane was very friendly and Ken was the best. Nice to have friends in Costa Rica!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

April J.

Beautiful area ,lovingly maintained home, awesome hosts

My husband and I stayed at Casa Ylang Ylang for our 9th anniversary vacation. It was our 1st time to Costa Rica and Ojochal was the perfect destination. Lots of beautiful beaches, wildlife and culture. This home is a bit older, but lovingly maintained. The hosts were attentive and very responsive. We loved the patio and private pool with breathtaking views of the ocean and mountains. They made it well worth the rocky 1 mile drive up the mountainside. Only issue, if you can even call it an issue, is the lack of a/c and the number of insects. But the more we learned about CR, the more I realize that those are 2 things that sort of come with the territory :) Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Linda W., River Falls, WI

Fabulous views!

We stayed at Casa Ylang Ylang for 11 days and had a great time. The house has an excellent kitchen and we did most of our own cooking using foods bought at local farmers' markets. The pool is great to cool down in the afternoon heat and the upstairs bedroom is cool enough at night not use a fan. Ceiling and upright fans are provided throughout and the house opens up on 3 sides to breezes. The views of the ocean are spectacular, and we even saw a pod of Humpback Whales from the upstairs veranda with binoculars! Comfy beds and very nice and helpful owners who live down the hill sometimes but are unobtrusive. Also, the property manager is completely reliable and even brought us a new microwave within a couple of hours. Very convenient to various beaches, south to river tirps, national parks, etc. Highly recommended if you're looking for a tropical break with access to many tourist attractions.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sabine S.

Beautiful house at a great place

Casa Ylang Ylang is located at a sunny site with a magnificent ocean view. It offers everything one needs for a unique and relaxing holiday. We found the house very well prepared and clean. The owner is very nice and helpful. Thanks for a great time!
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Wonderful View, Near of all! I recommend it !!! A++++

La villa est de toute beauté avec une vue incroyable sur la mer et les montagnes. Le paysage est a couper le souffle et nous sommes près de tous. La pente semble abrupte pour monter mais ce n'est rien de compliqué si vous avez un camion. Je compte bien la relouer un jour.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Russell M.

Unique Place in a Nice Area

Our family enjoyed 4 nights here, the house is unique and the views are really great. You get to see the lush vegetation and mountains of the Ballena Coast from almost anywhere on the property, not to mention the ocean view. We didn't get to see the most spectacular sunsets because of weather conditions, but we enjoyed every evening by the pool and the twilight was still awesome. Insects were not a problem and the house was fresh and cool at night without the need for A/C, there were plenty of ceiling fans and other fans when there wasn't any breeze. The house is exactly as shown in the pictures, it has lovely wood accents and a unique character. The kitchen was fully equipped with a full sized refrigerator and gas stove. The access roads to the property were in good condition, they are gravel but seem to be well maintained by the community. It is green season, but not the heaviest rainy period, so conditions may vary at other times of the year. The house is surrounded by other luxury properties and the area seemed really safe to us. We visited the Whale's Tale in Uvita and did a whale & dolphin snorkelling tour our first day, the second day we visited the Ventanas and Piñuelas beaches and the third day we went to the world famous Naucaya waterfall, which was definitely one of the highlight attractions in Costa Rica. You won't regret visiting this area and this house is a very good selection.

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