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The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home

Located along one of the stunning ridgelines soaring over Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coastline, 180 del Mar delivers commanding 180° ocean views stretching thirty miles on a clear day. The ocean provides only one stunning feature of the property. The pristine jungle ridge of Escaleras offers our guests a unique backdrop of lush tropical vegetation and close encounters with the wildlife it supports. The sound of monkeys makes for an interesting wakeup call, and there is never a shortage of tropical birds brandishing dramatic colors. Guests can anticipate a distinctive and spectacular sunset every evening no matter what time of year they chose to visit, and when the sun dips down below the horizon a new stage of stars is set.

Please keep in mind that a 4x4 vehicle is required within the gated community.

Your stay at 180 del Mar will be one of the most memorable of a lifetime. The house was designed, built and finished all by the owner, whose unique vision resulted in three octagonal towers that provide the feeling of a never ending perspective.

Two towers house the bedrooms, purposely detached from the main living space to instill a feeling of privacy even when travelling with close family. Each spacious suite offers a distinct and impressive view, with privet terrace, bathrooms feature hot water showers, double sink vanities, and ample closet space. Of the four rooms, three contain king sized mattresses, one with queen sized bed, but upon request can be outfitted with additional beds (full size futon and a trundle twin size) in two of the bedrooms.

The main tower of the house will provide everything for your home away from home. The enormity of the living room is only amplified when the accordion doors open expanding the room to the outside veranda and the ever present jungle breezes. Comfortable furnishings and handcrafted wood work give a warm and relaxing feeling as you enjoy the scenery. In the kitchen you will find everything you need; large two door refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, microwave, toaster oven, blender, coffee maker. Ample counter space, well stocked cookware and utensils make preparing meals easy.
The dinning space features a beautiful handcrafted table that seats eight comfortably. There is a large picnic table that seats 10 on the veranda. Facing the ocean, read a book, take a nap, sip on a cocktail from the wraparound is porch, take a dip in the pool. A fully equipped laundry room and powder room round out the features of the home.


Keywords: Vacation Rental House

Property manager

Eduardo Avancini and Elizabeth Coffman

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • 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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Dominicalito, Puntarenas, Osa

What's nearby

  • Hacienda Baru - 6 min drive
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 10 min drive
  • Playa Dominicalito - 11 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 12 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Playa Dominicalito and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Hacienda Baru. Playa Dominical and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Best of Both, Hotel Style Suites with the Comforts of Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

Great Stay in Jungle!
Property was exactly as expected. Host was great at communicating and meeting our needs. Would definitely stay again! Paradise in the jungle!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marion R.

Peaceful getaway
Our stay at this house was just what we needed - a getaway from the world - and an amazing variety of birds - and monkeys!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Vernon

A slice of Heaven
We love this house, love the jungle feel, love the sunsets and the privacy. The road in is not unique in Costa Rica but rent an SUV for sure. Some nights we do the 5 minute drive down to the beach in Dominicalito and watch the surfers at sundown. This is close to great grocery stores in Uvita and many beaches, and the house gives everyone a place to meet and a place for your own space. Renting it again! The house is also the best equipped home we have ever rented. This is a great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

10/10 Excellent

adonia m.

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

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

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Vernon

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

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Todd J. J.

Almost Paradise
Definitely need 4 wheel drive vehicle on the road to the house, but worth the drive. Beautiful views. Nature sounds all around. Elizabeth and Eduardo have thought of all the things you need for your stay. Large open kitchen and main living area open to outside living. Appreciate environmentally friendly features, eg. recycling and composting. Pool is small but very nice, with ocean views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy E., Palmer Texas

Gorgeous View
First time to Costa Rica and we were not disappointed in Elizabeth's home. We had stayed 3 nights earlier in LaFortuna and made the trip down to Domincalito for the rest of our trip. The house was just as described, beautiful, the kids could only walk around going Oh my god is is so beautiful. Communication with Elizabeth was great, she sent great directions and instructions prior to our arrival. Do have a 4x4 vehicle, it is off the main road a ways and in the rain 4x4 is really handy. Once you get there you won't want to leave. We really wished we had just went there for our whole trip. We fully intend to go back there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teri W.

Spectacular view, huge property, perfect for us
We arrived just as the sun was setting, and entering the home during the golden hour and seeing the spectacular view - I might have cried a little. This home was just what we wanted for our family reunion, room for 10, a lot of privacy, surrounded by nature. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved the patio and pool and abundance of space. The home is in the jungle - we heard howler monkeys every morning, and were visited by capuchin monkeys, toucans, a coati, lizards, frogs, every kind of bird and the owner’s dog. It was AMAZING. But living in the jungle with wide open back doors means you’re gonna get some wildlife in your house, which you just have to be okay with. If that’s your thing, and it was ours, this is the place for you. Finding it was an adventure but get a 4x4 and follow the directions - just trust. If you see the toucan, you are going the right way. Don’t miss the local Poza Azul waterfall. E and E, thank you for the trip of a lifetime.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

Mountain Jungle Getaway
The house is beautiful. We especially loved the the big open common area. Provided huge containers of drinking water to refill our water bottles. Pool area while a little smaller was more than enough for our group of 5. Great views overlooking the lush mountainside and ocean in the distance. We saw a beautiful sunset on the last night. It’s 10-15 minute drive from the main highway up a typical Costa Rica steep rugged mountain road. First time is rough but after that you get used to it. 15-20 minutes from Dominical and 35 minutes from Uvita. Just 25 minutes to our favorite beach, Playa Linda. We ate breakfast and lunch at the house and mostly ate dinners in Dominical. Elizabeth was very responsive to our emails before and while we were staying there. Wi-Fi is good in the main common area. Loved listening to all the animal and bug noises
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice A.

Perfect for a group!
Staying at this place was a highlight of our trip! My family stayed here for 3 nights and it wasn't quite enough time! We check-in after dark and with Elizabeth's instructions we were able to find the place without too much trouble. The road does look intimidating at first, but with our Tucson it was no problem. Overall it's actually pretty central with two little stores in Dominicalito about 7 minutes away, and the beach about 10 minutes away. I was initially worried that we would be too far from Uvita, but it didn't feel that far, and we ended up surfing at Dominicalito Beach anyways (Dominical waves were too big for us intermediates). There are also multiple restaurants in Domincal which is about 15 minutes away. Poza Azul Waterfall is also very close (5 minutes) although we didn't visit it because it's dry season and it's more of a trickle rather than a waterfall. The house (or should I say houses) definitely needs some TLC such as floor repairs and the beams were showing their age, but it didn't really affect our experience. The one thing that was tricky were the glass doors; they were extremely hard to open and close and felt cheap. But I'm pulling at strings here. The pool is LOVELY; perfect temperature and the perfect place to watch the sunset. My one disappointment was that we didn't see any monkeys on the property (we heard them though) but we saw many birds (including a Toucan) and the views are absolutely gorgeous. Book it right now, you won't regret it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

What a house and trip
We stayed a week at the house and could not have been happier. The main room is completely open and views are amazing. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything needed for our group of 7 (but it is stocked for 10). Each of the bedrooms is large and private, similar to a very nice (and expensive) room at any all-inclusive. Beds and patio/decks over look the jungle, pool and ocean. The pool was great also with Costa Rica temps being upper 80's low 90's. We started and ended every day in the pool. Pool maintainece person came mid week. Howler monkeys came to the trees next to use one morning, Tucans played in the front and back of the house several days and the other birds at the hose are beautiful as well. The drive to the house is fun, definitley need 4 wheel drive. Any issue we had was addressed immediately. It is obvious the owners care a great deal for their home. The location was also Great. A very short drive to waterfalls, you pass these falls each day going to and from the house. 10 minutes to Dominical, which is great town. 20 minutes to Uvita which is a spectacular beach (as amazing as any beach we have seen). Saw a sloth while walking to the beach and we did a whale watching excursion from Uvita. 25 minutes to Nauvaca Falls, a good 2 mile hike to it but so beautiful and worth it. We loved Costa Rica and the house was a big part of that. We could not have loved the house any more than we did. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Autumn F.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
-majority of appliance didn’t work (the microwave, stove, grill, wifi) & it was dirty!
bugs everywhere because she leaves the doors WIDE open for guests & lights on. the microwave didn’t work, the wifi was off n on, the stove needed to be fixed, and the microwave had to be replaced along w the wifi router which all should’ve been did BEFORE me and my guests arrival. the kitchen faucet barely worked/released water & the drainage stunk!!! there was no warm water in the living room house AT ALL, it looked like the house had been empty and not taken care of for a long time. she was getting irritated w us calling the night of our arrival when we were struggling to find the property. it’s located in the freaking jungle and there’s no freaking street lights & to add to it WE AREN’T FROM HERE she needs to work on her patience. also i’m 250% the property manager is on some type of serious drug..probably meth. she’s very snappy and is always twitching and is always stuttering. this was not a pleasant stay at all, we literally should’ve just stayed at a resort. WASTE OF MONEY
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Great Views and lots of space!
I must say that I was a little nervous about the review before my stay as they were quite negative so hopefully I can give a more updated review to help future renters. We had a little trouble finding the place and yes 4 wheel drive is best to get there although our friends who did not have 4 wheel drive got a little stuck but the hosts helped us out and gave us another option to get their car to the house. They also met us and made sure we got in ok. The views are spectacular. We loved hearing the jungle sounds at night and we loved having the 4 separate bedroom suites to each enjoy. There were a lot of bugs in the main building but it helped when we closed the sliding windows to keep them out and we had bug spray always on hand. There is not AC in the main kitchen area but ceiling fans. The bedrooms all had great AC. The Wifi connection was good but only in the main area next to the kitchen. We loved that there was cable and Netflix so the kids could watch some of their favorite shows at night. We also like the kitchen that was well stocked with things we could use to cook. We also liked the big new fridge that had an ice maker so we had nice cold drinks. There was an ample supply of beach towels and the pool was really nice and enjoyed by all. The microwave also worked fine just needed to be plugged in. We loved the short drive to the waterfall and other activities near by. We had an enjoyable trip and would return again just to see whose beautiful views and fall asleep to the sounds of the jungle!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Great place for diverse group
Our family has visited Dominical several times, but this was our first visit with an extended group. My wife and I brought our two daughters, a daughter's boyfriend, and a friend of the other daughter's - all in their early 20s. Elizabeth and Eduardo’s house was exactly as they described, and it worked perfectly for us. We wanted a place with a large common area, but also plenty of privacy for each person. The central building was a great hub for socializing, and we enjoyed the novelty of an open-air living area with brilliant views from the veranda. The suites provided plenty of space (and air conditioning) for us to get away from each other when we felt like it. A troupe of photogenic capuchin monkeys spent some time at the house on our first morning, and howler monkeys (heard but not seen) made their way through in the early hours of a couple of other mornings. The well-stocked kitchen had everything we needed for making snacks and blended drinks. We didn’t cook any actual meals, but we easily could have. We did make use of the laundry facilities, which were very nice to have available. Elizabeth’s communication leading up to and during our trip was thorough, helpful, and considerate. She was most patient with us when one of our party locked their key in their room on the first day – this was clearly not the first time this had happened, and she had a quick fix. The house was easy to access with 4WD vehicles – no harder to get to than the other places we’ve rented on prior trips to Dominical. Elizabeth’s directions were clear and spot on. We were all pleased with our stay, and I’ve recommended this house to a couple of our friends already. We would not hesitate to stay here again on a future trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021