A private pool wraps around Villa Central’s expansive terrace, just steps from the beach. This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom villa sleeps 7 and sits near Dominical’s surf, dining, and coastal walks.
The Space
If you are renting a beachfront property in Costa Rica, it should be truly on the beach. Villa Central is one of three beautiful villas at Caballitos del Mar and is built as close to the sand as legally permitted. Lush jungle gardens surround the villa, creating privacy and intimacy while keeping you close to the ocean.
The sparkling tiled pool wraps around the expansive terrace, making it the ideal place to spend your days. Enjoy meals at the outdoor dining table while listening to the ocean and smelling the salt air. Large eaves and an overhead fan provide comfort in both sunny and rainy weather.
Large sliding glass doors connect the terrace to the modern kitchen, allowing the chef to remain part of the conversation while enjoying the views. Downstairs, the villa also features a spacious living room and dining area surrounded by native plants, palm trees, and towering 100-foot primary-forest trees.
Key Features
- Three large bedrooms, all with air conditioning
- Two bedrooms with private en-suite bathrooms
- Upstairs bedrooms with private balconies, ideal for watching the waves and checking the tide
- Bed linens, bath towels, and pool towels provided
Guest Access
You will have exclusive use of this complete, standalone home. Although the driveway is shared with two other homes on the property, Villa Central has its own garage, grill, private pool, and direct path to the beach.
The villas are thoughtfully landscaped to create a secluded and private atmosphere.
Location
Villa Central is approximately a five-minute drive from the quiet surf town of Dominical, which is known for its excellent restaurants and convenient stores. When the tide is out, you can enjoy a beautiful 20-minute walk along the beach into town.
Dominical is famous for its excellent surfing and has a broad beach that extends nearly 100 yards at low tide. You can easily walk to breakfast or enjoy a sunset drink without getting in your car.
Getting Around
The villa is approximately three hours from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in Alajuela.
Renting a car is easy, and a four-wheel-drive vehicle is not required. All roads leading to the property are paved, making the journey straightforward for any rental car.
On-Site Staff
A friendly local couple lives on the property. They provide light housekeeping and maintain the pools and gardens, helping ensure a relaxing and well-kept environment throughout your stay.
Larger Groups
Villa Central is one of three identical villas on the property. For larger groups, family reunions, or events of up to 25 people, inquire about renting two or all three villas together.
Ecotourism and Activities
Costa Rica is renowned for ecotourism, and the villa is centrally located for exploring the surrounding area. The property manager’s concierge service can help arrange local excursions, including:
- Whale watching
- ATV trips to waterfalls
- Sport fishing
- Horseback riding to waterfalls
- Ziplining
- Birdwatching safaris
- Mangrove kayaking
- Whitewater rafting
Nearby destinations and activities include the Osa Peninsula, Manuel Antonio National Park, local waterfalls, and tropical hikes. There is plenty to explore, and many activities are designed to be eco-friendly.
Half-day excursions typically cost around $45, while full-day excursions cost approximately $100. Spending a day at the villa followed by a day exploring the area is a relaxing way to experience Costa Rica and meet its people.
Guest reviews
4.8
· 28 reviews
4.8
Cleanliness
4.9
Accuracy
4.9
Communication
4.8
Location
5.0
Check-in
4.6
Value
What guests are saying
5
Joel
1 year ago
Beautiful place with an outstanding location. We will definitely stay again
5
Dmitry
1 year ago
It was great!!!
5
Ali & Shane
1 year ago
We had such a lovely stay! Vivi, you were the sweetest host …so kind and helpful with every little question we had. The house had everything we needed for our week-long getaway. We loved our peaceful morning walks to the beach and cooling off in the pool after a day of exploring it was such a treat. The only thing we didn’t love was being able to hear the nearby traffic, and the close proximity of the other units made things feel a bit less private. But honestly, all the good far outweighed the rest. The location was perfect…super close to Dominical and just a short drive to Uvita. It truly was a special spot. Thank you again for everything, Vivi, we’re so grateful!
5
Mary
1 year ago
this place was fantastic. probably the closest to the ocean we've ever stayed. plenty of space for everyone, privacy, and great proximity to a few different beach towns. a winner for sure. ( ;
5
Karen
2 years ago
What a spectacular home in a spectacular location! The rooms and bathrooms were large and comfortable, with nice hot water in the showers, and the common areas were also large and comfortable to gather and relax in. The pool is as large as it looks in the pictures (no fish eye lens involved) and a lovely temperature that allowed us to swim day and night as the mood hit. Just a very short walk to the spectacular beach with some amazing sunsets. It's also nicely located with a 2-3 min drive totown, or a 20 minute walk along the beach to when the tide permits. It's also quite close to Uvita and the whale tail beach and several waterfalls. With the three identical units in a row, we already plotting coming back here with our extended family at some point in the future.
5
Nate
2 years ago
Stunning villas with lovely pool and a private beach!
3
Yannick
2 years ago
The major problem of this villa is the location next to the most busy highway of the region . Trucks after trucks The highway is at about 15 meters from the villa in term of distance . And also the 2 bedrooms at the first floor are literally at the same level of the road . So much noise days and nights It is a pity cause the rest is true and very nice. : garden , beach …
5
Trisha
3 years ago
We absolutely loved our stay. The house is absolutely beautiful , but the true beauty is what surrounds the house. The beach is in the back yard. At low tide we walked the beach to Dominical. We loved swimming at the beach & in the pool. We enjoyed watching the iguanas from the pool & hermit crabs on the beach. The location was central to the activities we chose (Manuel Antonio park, whale tail beach, waterfall hikes, etc). Dominical was a quick 5 minute drive. The town had lots of restaurants, and good surf. My family would 100% recommend this house!
5
Crystal
3 years ago
Our family of 7 had a great time. The kids enjoyed the pool, and we day tripped to waterfalls, Dominical, and Manuel Antonio. The house is comfortable and spacious, and the kitchen is well-equipped for cooking family meals. We saw from reviews that road noise was an issue, and we contemplated the trade off between being ocean-front versus something more peaceful. It’s something to consider…the house is near the road and a hill, so it’s not just standard road traffic but also large trucks using their air brakes and it’s fairly disruptive. For some, I think being able to walk to the beach is worth it, but it’s definitely something to think about! Overall, we enjoyed our stay at the house, and the property managers were very responsive.
5
Eric
3 years ago
Absolutely amazing experience here and memories that our family will cherish forever! As one of the only properties in the area to have direct beach access (literally steps from the backyard pool) without having to cross the highway, this place is all about location. The adjacent beach (only accessible when it is not high tide) is essentially a postcard worthy private beach where the jungle meets the coast. We maybe saw 5 people on this secluded beach in a week and went many days having it to ourselves. Due to large tidal pushes and strong currents, I would not recommend swimming at this beach unless you are experienced in the ocean and a strong swimmer. The house is exactly as advertised and the on-site family of caretakers are amazing! They cleaned the pool and house every other day and were always there if anything was needed. The pool is huge and a perfect spot for lounging with the local iguanas and cooling off. Loved our time here and highly recommend!
Location
Location shown is approximate (within 1km radius)
Choose your dates
Select check-in and check-out