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Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate

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Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 16670.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Playa Dominicalito
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Playa Dominical
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 King Bed

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed

8 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

1

Toilet · Shower only

2

Toilet · Shower only

3

Toilet · Shower only

4

Toilet · Shower only

5

Toilet · Shower only

6

Toilet · Shower only

7

Toilet · Shower only

8

Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs

Toilet

Upstairs

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate

FEATURES
• The Villa is rented with a minimum of 5 rooms for accommodating 10 or less people. (The hotel will only be rented to your party so it is private)
***3 additional rooms can also be rented if there are more than 10 people in your party. 11-12 people: 6 rooms. 13-14 people: 7 rooms. 15-16 people: 8 rooms. $50 per night per person over 10 guests. A maximum of 16 guests can be accommodated.
• Events can be catered for: Weddings, Engagements, Vow Renewals , Anniversaries
• Fantastic for retreats as each room is private suite. Space for yoga is available, etc.
• All rooms have Air-Conditioning, Balconies, In-Suite Bathrooms, Toilets & Showers, Safes security box.
• 70 square meter Infinity Pool
• Exterior Ranch with Bar and Interior Wine bar
• Outdoor Shower
• All Towels Supplied for Bathrooms and Pool
• 30 mbps Wireless Internet
• Spectacular Ocean and Mountain Views
• Observation Tower overlooking the jungle great for Nature Viewing
• Elevation 1000ft/300mts above sea level
• Parking for 8 vehicles
• Private Chef available for on site dinners as well as a private masseuse. (There are additional costs for these services and the Chef's menu/prices and the masseuse's rates can be provided)
•Free Concierge Service to help with car rental, shuttles, tours, excursions, etc.
• 7-8 minute drive to Highway and Dominicalito Beach
*The villa is on the mountain and so a 4 x 4 vehicle is needed to safely reach the villa.

We are located approximately 3.5 hours from the SJO San Jose International Airport in the Dominical area of Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
Villa Ambiente takes the phrase 'postcards from paradise' to an entirely new level.

The Villa was formally a boutique hotel with management converting the Property to an exclusive Private Villa. Featuring eight fully-equipped bedrooms, a breathtaking infinity pool that overlooks the mighty Pacific Ocean, two bars, and a fully stocked kitchen, Villa Ambiente is a top-of-the-line vacation rental nestled in the lush green hills of Dominicalito (Little Dominical).

Those who visit say it’s like having your own mini resort within a completely private estate. This is outdoor living at its finest.

A 7-8-minute drive from the coastal highway into tropical jungle, Villa Ambiente's immaculate living area spans more than 7,000-square feet and includes a large villa, split-level pool deck in a five hectares estate of pristine forest. The grounds are optimal for hosting a range of social events, including family reunions, weddings, retreats and anniversaries. Events of this variety have been staged on the grounds multiple times!

Open the front door and your vacation dreams quickly become a reality.

A beautiful, natural-light garden and flowing water fountain greet visitors on arrival. There are four private bedrooms adjacent to the first-floor garden. Each room has its own air conditioning unit, bathroom, secure safety box and private patio.

Past the garden is a grand entertaining room complete with soft-to-the-touch sofas, love seats and tables. An immaculate wine bar is nestled on the right side of the room, the perfect place to unwind with a glass of chardonnay after a long day under the Central American sun.

About that sun: you'll have plenty of time to catch rays out at the 40-foot infinity pool, which is second to none in terms of location and looks. And don't even think about packing towels on this trip. We have you covered from the moment you arrive to the second you say 'adios!'

The pool is lined with layout chairs and tables with Umbrellas for shade, and outdoor shower, and a barbecue is always on standby to crank out some local fish.

On the west side of the pool deck, the side that's closest to the ocean, sits an outdoor tiki bar that easily seats a half-dozen guests. If you ever wanted to pretend you were Tom Cruise in 'Cocktail,' mixing drinks behind your back and tossing tequila in the air, this is the premier spot to work on your libation-making skills.

The kitchen, also located on the first floor adjacent to the wine bar, is completely up to date with stainless steel appliances, filtered water, a beer/wine cooler and dishwasher.

While most of the action takes place on the first floor, there are four additional bedrooms on the second floor. Each of these high ceiling rooms features a king bed, balcony, safe security box, air conditioning and bathroom.

Above all that, on the third floor, is a small lookout area good for gazing into the nearby jungle. Grab some binoculars and go up there because you never know; you might just see a family of white-faced monkeys or a couple of Parrots out there.

Villa Ambiente is that kind of special place. We would be delighted to host you!


Property manager

PATRICIA RODRIGUEZ
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum occupancy is 16 people.
No movies, films or similar commercial productions are to be made on the premises without owner permission

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Marino Ballena National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dominical, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Playa Dominical - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Your Own Private Mini Resort In A Large Private Estate located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Playa Dominicalito and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hacienda Baru and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surpassed All Expectations
Wonderful trip!! We brought 13 family members and it was great for all ages. The home was stunning and taken very good care of! The pool was so lovely.Patricia the property manager was a rockstar! Incredibly helpful setting up outings, always responsive, and very helpful on all recommendations.We went on three excursions, horseback riding, a catamaran dinner cruise, and an ATV tour! All were so awesome! The kids just loved all of them. We also hired Chef Pedro and his mother Lorena to make dinner several of our nights there, and OMG, worth every single penny! The food was out of this world.Highly recommend this place! We would definitely go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best family vacay
We had four families staying and we all had an amazing time!Each room had its own balcony and bathroom.Beautiful house! Loved every minute!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded Our Expectations
We had such great experience. The Villa Ambiente was beautiful, secluded, but easy to get to the beach and shopping. We liked it so much that we spent a great deal of time relaxing there by the pool.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ehlers f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5-Star stay at Villa Ambiente
5-Star Stay at Villa Ambiente in Dominical, Costa Rica Our family just spent an incredible week at Villa Ambiente, and it exceeded every expectation! Nestled in the rainforest, the villa was spotless, beautifully designed, and perfectly suited for our group of 12.•Accommodations: The spacious and comfortable beds ensured everyone had a great night’s sleep, and there was plenty of room for all of us to relax and unwind.•Amenities: The pool was a highlight—perfect for cooling off and enjoying the stunning sunsets over the jungle. Every evening felt magical!•Service: Patricia was AMAZING! She went above and beyond to help us coordinate every detail, including our private chef, seamless transportation transfers, exciting excursions, and rental cars. Her expertise made our trip stress-free and unforgettable.If you’re looking for a luxurious rainforest escape with unbeatable service, Villa Ambiente is the place to be. We can’t recommend it enough—5 stars all the way! #CostaRica #VillaAmbiente #DominicalRetreat #FamilyTravel #RainforestParadise
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Trip
Our second stay at this Villa, the previous being 10 years ago. Patricia was phenomenal and extremely helpful! We will be back, hopefully not 10 years!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Thanksgiving Trip
The property manager was very attentive and responsive. The property was clean and well maintained with spacious rooms, nice patio and deck views of the surrounding areas. The kitchen and laundry facilities were satisfactory for the needs of guests. The pool and rear deck area allow for maximum viewing and recreational use. Would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for the perfect getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great trip!
Our stay at Villa Ambiente was absolutely wonderful! There was a group of us celebrating my birthday and it was the perfect place to stay! From the moment I first chatted with Patricia, until the very end, she was so helpful, responsive, and kind! All of her referrals for the chef, Chef Pedro, to the massages by Angelica, so the adventures we took, were spot on! The house is just as pictured and the location is great!every person who stayed at the Villa left feeling extremely satisfied and full of happiness. We will stay here again! Many thanks to Patricia( Chef Pedro and Angelica!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Combined birthday trip
100% recommend! This place is beautiful and Patricia is VERY accommodating to every need that you may have. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Occo v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion Tico Style
The Villa Ambiente worked out to be a perfect location for our family to enjoy both a reunion and a celebration of our 50th Wedding Anniversary.There was lots of room for all of us to hang out without being on top of each other, and the pool was a great hit with the 6 children. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen well stocked, and the environment was outstanding. The Villa is a real gem and we are so glad that we found it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Incredible family vacation, from the start Patricia was fantastic making sure all our needs were met. She arranged our chef Pedro: he and his staff prepared the most delicious meals, and secured our excursions. The house exceeded our expectations, with 17 of us, 10 adults and 7 children there was plenty of room for everyone. The open air floor plan and pool provided all the space and entertainment that a family our size needed. The views were breath taking with daily visits from parrots and toucans along an occasional visits from monkeys. The location and region of Costa Rica is all you need, from convenient shopping to a variety of restaurants. Many thanks to Patricia and her staff, we are already discussing plans for our next vacation at Villa Ambiente.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Ambiente
We had an amazing time! The property is beautiful with a stunning view. The individual suites were perfect. We were able to see a lot of wildlife & hear the howler monkeys each day. Patricia was very gracious & extremely helpful & responsive. Dominical is beautiful & the people are amazing! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
We had an amazing time staying at the villa. The housekeeper Kris was great and kept the place clean, Giorgio there groundskeeper cleaned the pool and make sure any necessary repairs were done quickly, Patricia was great at planning the excursions. If you stay here make sure you ask for chef Pedro. He is an amazing chef we hired him for all breakfast and most dinners. It was worth the money. The food was amazing, the cleaned up before and after dinner. The experience was magical.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Wedding
Our daughter wanted a destination wedding to Costa Rica and gave us 3 months to plan. We are from Alabama. Patricia is AMAZING! She connected us up with the most amazing people: photographer, guitarist, violinist, makeup artist and chefs. I read all the reviews before booking the villa. We rented 3, 4 wheel drive vehicles. All the reviews said the hill is worth it once you arrive at the villa. It is FANTASTIC! Once you open the front door you immediately know you are in a special place:) We also went on excursions that Patricia can help you plan. We went zip lining and I am not brave. It was awesome. ATV excursion, the newly weds went canyoning/waterfall repelling, kayaking, surfing and we reserved horseback riding but it rained that evening. Also, we chose to drive from the San Jose airport. It was 3 1/2 hrs but mainly because you drive slower. The highway was fine. If this helps our daughter thanked us for her DREAM WEDDING! PuraVida❤️
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
We had thirteen friends for a week here. The property sits up on the side of the mountain in the canopy of the jungle w/wonderful species of tropical plants, birds, monkeys, and a great view of the Pacific Ocean. Patricia is an amazing planner she helped us with all our excursions (ATV tour, ZipLine), a massage day & transportation, our driver Edgar was great, very accommodating and informative. We had two days of in house prepared meals (food of your choice from a local menu), our chef Pedro and his staff were great. Our stay at Villa Ambiente was a memorable one for all of us. Many TXS.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jungle living at its finest
We had a fantastic day. Patricia was very responsive and took care of our every need. Our only concern was the possibility that our 20 passenger 2 Wheel drive bus would not be able to make it up the rough mile and a half road to the villa in a downpour, but we were lucky and it was never raining when we were riving.. Four-wheel drives are definitely recommended. But staying in such a quiet bird filled paradise made the extra effort to get up there more than worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jerome
Awesome place. Everythin 5-star but I wish thay had supplied some drinking water!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best fam Vaca!
Really, the country, beautiful! The house, fantastic! The manager, super attentive snd helpful! Weather, perfect! Excursions.. exciting and so FUN! Can’t remember a better trip!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Shana W.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
**Serious issues, not worth what they charge. Lots of other options in the area.***
The ad is MISLEADING as to the condition of the house and the view. The house is old, tired, and not being taken care of. On arrival it was dirty and not cleaned properly. Dirty floors, and the kitchen smells like rotten fish. Dirty dishes left behind. Cabinets were cleared out of any kind of pantry items. The pots and pans are garbage and scratched up. No wifi until the 2nd day of our stay that was on and off. No propane for the BBQ, and then ran out of propane for the stove, with no spares. Broken appliances- drink fridge and fans. The only TV in the house is in the living room with no services. Bedrooms are dated, in poor state, with views blocked by bush and trees. The master bedroom seen in the ad (2nd level with the only ocean view) is only available at extra cost that was not mentioned prior to heard from the pool deck. The “Ocean View” in the VRBO pictures dated and inaccurate. There is barely a view of the ocean as trees and brush have grown since blocking 90% of the view. The pool was broken about a foot below level and not filtering as a result. Over 10 days it became disgusting. It was never fixed. All furniture is old and broken down. No beach equipment. Water pressure is on and off, and shut off for 5 days by manager trying to fill the well. Wasn’t able to shower several days. The house next door is a garage with banging, grinding and barking dog all day. Random people walk through the house without warning. Manager will ignore your messages when confronted.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peyton C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful hillside Villa
Amazing Oceanview property. 7 separate suites, big pool, outdoor dining area. Well cared for, perfect for large group. Owner was great and very Accommodating. Worked well with us and provided extra recommendations. Definitely love to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Ambiente was Magical
It's a bit off the beaten path, and that's exactly what our group was looking for. It was worth every second when we got to the Villa on the hill. It's not often that you can say the property is better than the pictures, but this is definitely one of those times. It exceeded all of our expectations from beginning to end. Patricia was great and extraordinarily helpful in organizing our activities (which are so plentiful, it became difficult to narrown down), it made coordinating the trip a breeze. Couldn't recommend the property, or Domenical as a destination in a magical country any more than I do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, excellent management
Villa Ambiente is a beautiful facility. It was a short (5-7min) drive from a beginner surf beach (Dominicalito), and about 3 minutes longer to a more advanced surf beach (Dominical). The jungle was amazing, the pool at the property perfect. Patricia was always available to help with scheduling excursions. She dealt with any problems we had immediately. The beds were comfortable. The rooms were air conditioned and had everything we needed. I highly recommend Villa Ambiente and Patricia!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30 year Peace Corps Costa Rica reunion
Villa Ambiente was spectacular. The views were amazing. The rooms were great each with its own bathroom plus extra bathrooms at different areas of the common areas. Pool was big and outdoor areas were able for our group of 13. Host was super helpful and responsive. Driveway was long and a little steep but not too bad. Used the road to the place as a morning hike and run. Just across the road to Dominicalito beach and Dominical and Uvita towns. Lots of wildlife to view from the place. All in all an amazing place for a group of friends and couples to be together. Definitely recommend this place and plan to come back here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

leeanne v., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vibe, View, and Location
Great house with a layout that allows for everyone to be together while still allowing privacy in your sleeping rooms. Pool is large, great views, good outdoor furniture, and a huge table for meals. Every bedroom is the same size- very roomy. Just across the street from Dominicalito beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream vacation
We loved our stay here. It was so beautiful & very private. We had our family of sixteen and we had plenty of room for everyone. The pool was beautiful and that’s where we spent most of our time. Highly recommend staying here. Patricia was very helpful with activities and any issues that came up.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and luxurious
Wonderful property in a great location. Exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by PATRICIA RODRIGUEZ

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My name is Patricia and I am the property manager. I am from Costa Rica, from San Isidro de El General. A town very close to this property.
You can contact me, for any questions. It is a pleasure to help you and make your stay the best.

Why they chose this property

Villa Ambiente is a special property. The villa is very unique in that it offers the privacy of your own resort with 8 fully equipped suites with a personal bathroom and balcony. The property's elegant style and design is ideal for relaxing by the pool and enjoying a heavenly dinner while enjoying the ocean view and sunset. Jungle surrounds the property so toucans and white face monkeys are just the most common of a host of wild animals that come to visit!

What makes this property unique


I can highly recommend Chefs, who can prepare delicious meals for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Beautician and Masseur, that can make your stay more pleasant. Also, wide variety of wonderful Tours in the area like horseback riding, snorkeling/diving, jungle nature walks, white water rafting, surf lessons, zip lines, sport fishing and more. We hope to see you soon!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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