ElisaMarie
Reviews
58 total reviews
90% Excellent
58 reviews
4.79
2021–2026
Cleanliness 4.9
Accuracy 4.9
Communication 4.9
Location 4.6
Check-in 4.7
Value 4.8
58 reviews
Dean
Excellent, 2 weeks ago
This is easily one of the best Airbnbs we’ve ever stayed in. The home is beautiful, incredibly comfortable, and thoughtfully and tastefully decorated. And the ocean view is truly unforgettable. We literally spent hours just taking it all in. The hosts were wonderful. They are responsive, helpful, and easy to communicate with throughout our stay. The road to the property is unpaved and definitely requires a 4x4, but for us, that was part of the fun and adventure and made the experience feel even more special. We had an amazing stay and would highly recommend this hidden gem to anyone looking for a beautiful and peaceful place to experience Costa Rica.
Becky
Excellent, 1 month ago
Overall our stay here was amazing!!! The house, pool, and surroundings were beautiful and very peaceful. We loved all the animal noises and had daily visits from toucans, coati, and hawks. We also liked that the home was close to a few different towns and waterfalls that we could explore. On the morning of our check in day, the owner reached out and let us know there was an issue with the WiFi; while this wasn’t a huge problem, cell phone receptivity was spotty. We definitely appreciated the heads up! The road to the house was also pretty intense; our 4 wheel drive vehicle struggled a bit to make it up the road, and we ended up with a flat tire upon our arrival. But the owners were very helpful and gave us a contact in town to assist us. The trek to the house is beyond worth it, would highly recommend a stay here!
Host Response
We are so glad you were able to experience all the wild life and you enjoyed your stay. We do apologize for the WiFi outage. We hope to see you again.
Brian
Excellent, 1 month ago
Incredibly beautiful spot!
Host Response
We are so glad you could experience this magical spot.
David
Terrible, 2 months ago
Sea Villa offers beautiful panoramic views, but there are several things future guests should know before booking. The home is located high in the mountains and requires a rough 20–25 minute drive on a rocky road. Our biggest concern was the master suite. While the listing mentions a private outdoor shower, it does not clearly indicate that the master bedroom is also open to the outdoors. Frogs, geckos, and other wildlife regularly entered the room. The noise at night made sleeping difficult, and we frequently found geckos and droppings in the bedroom, including on the bed.The master bedroom also lacked a closet, and much of the drawer space was already occupied. Thankfully, the two downstairs bedrooms were fully enclosed.Most disappointing was the response to our concerns. The property manager was rude, hostile, and unwilling to discuss solutions, instead suggesting we could leave if we were unhappy. Airbnb ultimately helped resolve the situation
Host Response
During their stay the guest messaged several times saying how much they loved the house and were enjoying their time here. It was until the guest decided to leave early and asked for a refund did they start posting inaccurate information about our home. We do want to correct an important inaccuracy: the master bedroom is fully enclosed with glass doors and screened openings — it is not open to the outdoors — and the listing photos and description show this. . The two downstairs bedrooms are also fully enclosed. The guest chose to leave early and contacted Airbnb requesting a refund; Airbnb reviewed the case and denied that refund. We’re proud to be Superhosts with over 60 five‑star reviews and take all guest concerns seriously. This guest complained about the noises of the jungle which we have no control over. This is the beauty about living with mother nature and why guests travel to Costa Rica is the abundant wildlife. Where else can you look out the windows and see Toucans, Monkeys and Pizotes enjoying there lush surroundings in there own environment. Geckos are part of the Costa Rica ecosytem . There is also a built in dresser with drawers and hanging space for you clothes located behind the master bed.
Cierra
Excellent, 3 months ago
Hands down the best Airbnb we’ve ever stayed at. This location is nothing short of magical. We had the most amazing time — you truly won’t want to leave once you arrive. Absolutely breathtaking views and such a special atmosphere. A 4x4 is absolutely non-negotiable. The drive from the main road is steep, rugged, and very bumpy in parts, but completely worth it for the incredible location and views waiting at the top. We loved starting our mornings at Mono Congo for coffee and breakfast, and Chef Lupita (recommended by the host) was such a great decision as well. One of our favorite parts was seeing toucans and parrots visit daily — it honestly felt unreal. The host was incredible throughout the entire trip: extremely responsive, helpful, and genuinely cared about making sure we had the best experience possible.
Host Response
We are so happy you were able to experience our slice of paradise. Seeing the toucans and Parrots is simply amazing. It was a pleasure getting to know you. We hope to see you again.
Erin
Excellent, 4 months ago
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home is gorgeous, the view is stunning, and the pool was perfection. Daily visits from the local wildlife made our trip all the more memorable — the coatis and howler monkeys were such fun to see. The perfect home base after a day out adventuring.
Host Response
We are so glad you could experience all the wildlife at our home. It is truly so beautiful to experience the wildlife at our home. We hope to see you again.
Stephanie
Excellent, 4 months ago
Our family of 5 had the absolute best time staying here! The house was absolutely amazing — even better than we expected. The views, the privacy, and the overall experience made this one of the most memorable places we’ve ever stayed. Fair warning — the drive up is not for the weak, and a 4x4 is definitely required, but once you get there it is 100% worth it. The location feels like your own private paradise, and it makes the adventure of getting there part of the experience. The house itself was beautiful, clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We made so many great family memories here and truly didn’t want to leave. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable Costa Rica getaway!
Host Response
We are so glad you had a great time. We agree that being there is like being in Paradise. We hope to see you again. Thanks for taking such great care of our home.
Crystal
Excellent, 5 months ago
Beautiful location! Saw Tucans every morning and every evening. The view was incredible! Recommendations from the host about a local chef that cooked meals on property was the best thing we did. The drive up the mountain took about 20 minutes so it would’ve been hard to go out and grab meals, but the view was totally worth it! It worked well for our family with older children, but would not recommend the location for families with young children as the bedrooms are all accessible outside. There is no indoor staircase connecting the rooms. That was a surprise and something we couldn’t see by photos. We absolutely would come here again though. Very private. Felt very safe and the view was breathtaking! Rooms and views looked just like the photos. Very responsive host and very clean property. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us!
Host Response
We are so happy you were able to enjoy the endless views of the jungle and ocean. Being able to see Toucans everyday is an absolute blessing. We hope to see you again. Thanks
Dayne
Excellent, 5 months ago
This place was hands down amazing. Cant recommend it enough. Host was great and will absolutely stay again
Host Response
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again soon
Dustin
Excellent, 9 months ago
The place is amazing. A view so good you almost don’t want to leave the house. We saw Macaws, Tuscans, and howler monkeys all at the house. The road is definitely 4x4 because it’s steep at times but it’s well maintained. You are a good 20 minutes to the main road and then 10 in either direction to Dominical or Uvita. You don’t go back and forth a lot each day but it’s worth the drive for that view!
Host Response
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Waking up to monkeys , toucans and Macaws is spectacular. We agree the view is epic. We hope to see you again.
Jarett
Excellent, 9 months ago
Wonderful stay in a beautiful and secluded home
Host Response
We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Please come back and see us again.
Alice
Excellent, 1 year ago
Absolutely stunning setting, very peaceful with amazing views over the infinity pool. You also get an incredible view from the master bedroom. Lovely outdoor cooking space (although you have to be careful with the pizotes!) The drive up to the property is roughly 15 mins up quite a steep track with large bumps. All doable but worth arriving in the day time and having a 4x4. Hosts were very responsive and provided local recommendations for us. Great place to relax and 20-30 mins drive to Dominical and Uvita which both have great surf options + local food / coffee spots. Great place to end our trip in Costa Rica!
Host Response
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. It was a pleasure to get to meet you. Thanks again.
Anita
Excellent, 1 year ago
The pool, the view and the house are awesome - a true paradise! The encounters with the animal world were also a highlight. Toucan, agouti, iguana, coati and Co. visited us daily. The whole place was extremely clean and the beds very comfortable. We had a great sleep! The 20-minute drive on side roads (unpaved and very rocky) is a bit tedious and requires a 4x4. For the use of the tennis court (community court), you must bring your own rackets (no rental on site). This should definitely be mentioned in the listing. Likewise, the training room with strength equipment. We could not use this because we did not have the required access magnetic card.
Host Response
It is so good to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you in the future.
Rebecca
Excellent, 1 year ago
Amazing place, beautiful views and surrounded by nature was a peaceful place we made sure we spent time to enjoy. Really detailed check in information and recommendations with responsive hosts, we had a power cut due to the rain but luckily the bbq is gas so we’re still able to cook It states to bring a 4x4 but would also suggest being an experienced driver
Tarra
Excellent, 1 year ago
Beautiful and peaceful home with fabulous views! The road in is rough and bumpy as many are in Costa Rica. Definitely need 4x4 but so worth it!
Host Response
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for taking great care of our home. We hope to see you again