My Home -Your Refuge Private & Unique - A Slice Of Paradise! "

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9Outstanding
(44 Ratings)
Great views, helpful host, spacious rental, and insightful recommendations. Lovely pool, enjoyable wildlife, and relaxing atmosphere. Perfect for a rejuvenating stay!
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9 / 10
Outstanding(44 Ratings)

Villa in Bahía Ballena

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this villa rental

DESCRIPTION: " Complete (private) second floor of the villa' with a Direct Fiber Optic (25 Meg) to the Villa~ Strong internet to do home office with 8 wi-fi extensions.

“Desiderata” is the Latin word for “those things worthy of desire”.

Welcome to Villa Desiderata. The RENTAL is the " Complete (private) second floor of the villa' with a Direct Fiber Optic (25 Meg) to the Villa~ Strong internet to do home office plus it has 8 WI-fi extensions + 2 access point . A 4 x 4 vehicle it needed to access this luxurious home which is located in the tropical southern zone of Costa Rica and is aptly referred to as “where the mountains meet the sea”. It is situated 900 feet above sea level thrusting 150’ forward from the mountainside like the bow of a ship. The site boasts a 270-degree cinematic view of prime rain-forest, fertile valleys, and a stunning ocean view as far as Manual Antonio (25 miles). Villa Desiderata might poetically be described as a penthouse apartment floating above the jungle canopy.

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:
Villa Desiderata is a tropical paradise that sits on 3.5 acres in the upscale international community of Lagunas de Baru, just 14 minutes away from the ocean and restaurants and commercial services in Playa Dominical. It is adjacent to a 90-acre nature reserve and has a 120 meters waterfall and a delightful little stream bordering the property lines with a private sandero trail (235 steps) to take you there.(good exercise) . For those who wish to try loca fishing, the Baru River is located 8 minutes away and you can use a simple fishing line or a spear gun with a snorkeling mask giving you an experience you will always remember. Also available " Ocean fishing " with a local fisherman that charges affordable hourly rate .

A 4 x 2 OR 4 x 4 vehicle can access this luxurious home called Villa Desiderata and many other destinations in Costa Rica. If you plan to visit many local beaches or plan to drive in many side gravel road a 4 x 4 rental would be better suited for you .
Villa Desiderata is a two-story home and offers a surprising mix of international styles and moods with an eclectic blend of contemporary glass block, Egyptian columns, Japanese pavilion roofline, and cathedral ceilings. The staircase to the second floor is one way to come in and permits you to see a spacious bird aviary that can be viewed from the top ledge of the stairs and many second floor locations and some might prefer the private entrance located and found on one of the balconies on the second floor.

The rental property is located on the second floor of the villa and can be accessed either through the main entrance or through its own private entrance. It has two bedrooms , king beds with private balconies and adjacent bathrooms, it has a nice island combo kitchen for your cooking convenience (fridge/stove/micro-wave) with a nice eating area on a nice Guanacaste table and benches and large granite counter area on the isla to prepare the food , nice cedar cupboards and a large living Den area with a flat screen TV, and a nice 54 " pull sofa bed which can sleep an additional person or two childrens . There is an exterior rancho 15 x 15 for dining with a gas BBQ grill and seating area that can be accessed via a metal bridge from one of the bedroom balconies. Dine with spectacular views of amazing sunsets, relax with a good book or watch the abundant wildlife (monkeys, sloths, lizards, toucans, hummingbirds ,butterflies ,etc.).

There are many things to do in the area for entertainment and adventure. There are tours available for snorkeling and scuba diving, waterfall rappelling, whale and dolphin watching, horseback riding, mountain climbing, zip lining, viewing jungle canopies, white water rafting, hiking in Manuel Antonio, Corcovado, and Ballena Marine National Parks, quad rides, kayaking and many more activities. Enjoy golfing, fishing, mountain bike trails, Yoga and Pilates as well as many fine dining restaurants. A big groceries is at 12 minutes drive away . A full booklet of tours can be available if asked and assistance help in organizing tours will gladly be provided. Several world-class secluded beaches are within a 20-minute drive of the property. To note , Villa Desiderata is in between driving distance to 14-35 minutes drive from 6 nearby towns , a few hospitals , waterfalls and various beaches and If relaxation is also your goal, Villa Desiderata is a very peaceful private setting that allows you to get back in touch with yourself and nature. A great selection of books and board games are provided for your enjoyment.

The owner retired lives on the main floor of the villa and loves to share the peaceful beauty of her villa. She will do her best to provide you with a memorable experience. The villa is open to singles, couples, retirees and alternative lifestyles. She has two dogs and 3 cats ( skittish) as well as a few birds in her outdoor aviary " Perico d"amour" . She has 2 dogs called " Fia & Thiana ( Blue Heelers/ Australian Bishops ) and are very friendly and love company . Fia & Thiana are in their dog coral in the day time with their own private dog pool and then brought in to spend the night in another sleeping quarter near the house from 4 pm - 6 am The girls do not roam freely in the day time or at night and are never allowed in the guest area.

AMENITIES:
" Complete (private) second floor of the villa' with a STRONG Wi-Fi connection with a 25 meg direct Fiber Optic connect to the home plus it has 8 wi-fi extensions , 2 access point .
For you cooking pleasure you find a nice island combo kitchen unit providing you lots of space to cook , (fridge/stove/micro-wave) that includes dishes and utensils, coffee maker, kettle, toaster, blender, rice cooker, electric frying pan, wok , and slow cooker; a large living area seats 5 that includes a 45” plasma TV with Netflix movies, STRONG wi-fi connection to a 15 x 15 outdoor rancho with 2 dining areas and gas grill. Also TV’s in both rooms. You will have full access to the grounds where you can pick any fruit that is in season and enjoy the large swimming pool which is solely used by the renters when they are renting here . Outdoor shower , adjacent to the house and perfect to use returning from a beach day , Gas dryer and washing machine (soap provided ). Also provided are board games, movies, sun chairs, chairs for the beach ,boogie boards and pool towels. There is FREE local calling as well to ANYWHERE in Canada and the US from the villa .

Amenities at My Home -Your Refuge Private & Unique - A Slice Of Paradise! "

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

9 / 10
Outstanding(44 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
Great views, helpful host, spacious rental, and insightful recommendations. Lovely pool, enjoyable wildlife, and relaxing atmosphere. Perfect for a rejuvenating stay!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
Beautiful landscaping. Home is gorgeous. Pool was wonderful. Everything you'd need for fun in and around the house. Birdwatchers paradise high above the hills. Terry was a great host. She provided everything imagineable for furnishings in the kitchen. We loved it.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2024
Very lovely property , 2 bedrooms, one next to large birdcage and birds wake up early, property as described, wonderful infinity pool which allows for laps, wonderful acreage and privacy around property, including its own waterfall, Terry is lovely and full of helpful and accurate information,Dominical is a great little town with number of varied restaurants and large new supermarket, there is definitely a very large hill to get to the property and Terrys telling you in her notice that you need ac4 x4 should not be taken lightly - do it. We saw a sloth and toucans on her property, the dogs were nice, the view from the kitchen/ lr wonderful. Can’t think of anything else to say at the moment.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2024
This place has a million dollar view - you will not be disappointed. You will definately need a 4x4 wheel drive to get to the location. The road is dirt and mud and VERY difficult to traverse. It is an E-Ticket ride to the property but trust me, IT IS worth it. The property is beauty beyond belief! The private infinity pool, with this million dollar view, will make you never want to leave. The upstairs home is extremely nice with lots of views and unusual things for you to enjoy. Your host Mizz Terry lives downstairs but is better than any tour guide you could have. She is there to help you, guide you or just leave you alone if you wish. The price for this VrBO is 1/2 what other places are charging - and it's totally worth it. If you book it - tell her Randy sent you!!! PURDA VIDA!!!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2024
We recently stayed in Dominical. It’s one of our favorite places in Costa Rica. Our rental was great. Working with the host was easy. She was responsive, helpful, and had plenty of insights for recommendations in the area. The view and pool were as advertised, terrific. The upstairs of the home is the rental and it is spacious with two separate bed rooms, huge kitchen dining living area with covered out side lounge barbecue area and great views. It is a bit of a treck up the mountain from the main road about 15 minn. We surfed several different locations, visited local swimming holes with waterfalls, hung out at different beaches took the kids zip lining and horseback riding ate great food. Everything was within 20 to 45 minn from the house. Pura Vida

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FAQs

Is parking included with this villa?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at My Home -Your Refuge Private & Unique - A Slice Of Paradise! ". For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is My Home -Your Refuge Private & Unique - A Slice Of Paradise! " pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at My Home -Your Refuge Private & Unique - A Slice Of Paradise! "?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.