Heart of Bahía Ballena.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Bahía Ballena vacation home, you'll find Playa Dominicalito and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. Dominicalito Beach and Hacienda Baru are also within 6 miles (10 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views
Casa Alta Vista - House of Terraces vacation rental home in Costa Rica
A most unique Costa Rican style living experience. FEATURES
40-foot infinity Pool Stand-alone private property Stunning Panoramic 180º Ocean, islands & coastal views Elevation of 1200ft/365mts Gated entry Ten minutes to closest beach
Nestled in an upscale hillside community, Casa Alta Vista has some of the finest ocean views in all of Costa Rica. From the deck of the villa’s extraordinary infinity pool, guests have ideal sightlines toward the Pacific Ocean below, including unabated views of the world famous Whale’s Tail in Uvita.
Since undergoing a major renovation in the summer of 2015, this incredible vacation villa is back and better than ever. Now featuring a pair of wrap-around decks on the second and third floors, five bedrooms all equipped with air-conditioning units, a crow’s nest on the top floor that can serve as a sixth bedroom, and all new appliances and furniture throughout the home, Casa Alta Vista has been transformed into an ideal vacation getaway for large groups of friends and family.
The infinity pool has everything you’ll need to get comfortable, including lounge chairs, umbrellas, coolers and pool toys. Even the outdoor pool shower has a magnificent view of the mighty Pacific below. All told, there may not be a better place to tan on the entire planet! Just beyond the pool sits a relaxing bodega, where guests can sip coffee while watching the morning toucans take flight, or mix cocktails during the afternoon sunset to the sound of howler monkeys in the trees.
The house itself has everything you’ll need for a modern, upscale vacation. There is wireless internet, television, state-of-the-art appliances including a dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven and a washer/dryer unit. Three of the five bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms and showers, while the other two bedrooms share a bathroom and shower. In addition, there is a fifth restroom downstairs near the laundry room.
Of all the new additions and upgrades, the wrap-around decks are really something spectacular. These decks have amazing jungle-to-sea-views, and are complete with multiple ceiling fans, chairs, tables and even a comfortable couch. Odds are you’ll be spending a lot of time relaxing on these decks while listening to the natural music of the surrounding jungle.
With the additional crow’s nest on the top floor, which has its own bed, Casa Alta Vista can easily accommodate a dozen guests.
The villa itself is located approximately 10 minutes off the coastal highway, directly in-between the towns of Dominical to the north and Uvita to the south. Reaching either town by car takes less than 20 minutes. Each place – Dominical and Uvita – feature restaurants, shopping, banks and grocery stores. Uvita also has a pair of pharmacies. There is also a very popular bar and restaurant on the mountain, Bar Jolly Roger, that serves quality food, cold beer and has live music. Bar Jolly Roger is a 3-minute drive from the villa, or a 10-minute walk.
Outdoor activities abound in this area of the country. While staying at Casa Alta Vista, you’ll be within a short drive of all kinds of great tours, including canopy zip lines, river rafting, surfing, paragliding, waterfall rappelling, ATV adventures, horseback rides, snorkeling, kayaking and much more.
YouGetHere Vacation Rentals features concierge service to assist with car rental reservations, airport shuttle rides, local tour bookings, as well as the top in-home chef and massage contacts in town. Whatever you need to make this tropical vacation an exceptional experience, YouGetHere is ready to work for you
There are many options when choosing a luxury villa in southern Costa Rica, but few can match the uniqueness, style and modern comfort of Casa Alta Vista. This truly is a place where a weeklong vacation can make memories that last a lifetime. A 4x4 vehicle is essential to access this property.
Check-in times are between 4:00 PM and 8:30 PM. Check-out times are between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
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)
General
Unit size: 4,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
This property will not be rented to Envision festival attendees.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
House
Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views Dominical
Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
How close is Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views to the airport?
This vacation home is 28.1 mi (47-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views to the beach?
This vacation home is 3.5 mi (11-min drive) from Dominicalito Beach and 4.1 mi (14-min drive) from Playa Dominicalito. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views have a spa?
This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views to downtown Bahía Ballena?
This vacation home is 6.1 mi away from Bahía Ballena.
Casa Alta Vista With Outstanding Views Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Glenda P., London, Ontario Canada
Jan 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful and perfect to accommodate our family of 6 adults and 4 children. The view was outstanding, I miss waking up to it already. The grounds and gardens were stunning, house was very private. Every morning we were visited by a toucan which was fun to watch, so many birds here. This area of Costa Rica is breathtaking. The staff was absolutely wonderful to deal with, any questions we had were answered immediately. The only disappointment was we didn’t book it longer, we will be back for sure!
Glenda P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Joan B., Coral Springs
Jan 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was as pictured! Great for our group of 11. Never felt crowded. The views were truly incredible. Bring your binoculars as there were lots of birds to see and even sloths in the trees in the distance
Joan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gretel T.
Dec 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect! Communication with the host, the house and ohhh that view!!
Gretel T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
eri, Las Vegas
Aug 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was amazing! Can't wait to be back.
eri
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jody J.
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with gorgeous views. Helpful property manager. Gated private drive and felt very safe. Relaxing oasis that allows you to enjoy being on the side of a mountain, in the middle of a jungle, with panoramic views of the ocean.
Jody J.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick R.
Feb 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation in Costa Rica
The stay was great. The bedrooms were great size, the pool was excellent and used every day, and the kitchen equipped with all we needed. And the views from the property were absolutely spectacular!! You definitely need 4-wheel drive for the road up from the highway, but the distance from Uvita or Dominical wasn't bad.We had a great time al;l the way around!!
Rick R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
carlos a.
Dec 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a spectacular time staying at Casa Alta Vista. Coffee on the deck every morning. Listening and photographing birds and other visitors. 4W drive a must for the ten minute climb up the mountain to the house. But well worth it for the view. Solid home with really cool gardening all around.
carlos a.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dan M.
Aug 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
This property was amazing. The views from the porches were fantastic. Pool was great. We felt like we were in our own piece of paradise.
Dan M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
David D.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise found
Second stay in this house we all loved it!
David D.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ishtiaq H., Bolingbrook, IL, USA
Feb 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We were a group of 8 adults and 3 young kids. We enjoyed the property very much. The pool was fantastic! There is 1 bed on main floor with queen bed and bathroom, ac included. Theres a seperate bathroom for guests in main floor. There are 4 bedrooms on 2nd floor, all with ac. 2 of them have bathrooms of their own and 2 of them share 1 bathroom. On the 3rd floor, there are 2 beds (twin and full), but no ac or bathroom on that floor. Kitchen was well stocked but a little small for our large group. Dryer had to be rebooted a few times by plugging and unplugging. Electricity went out once for 2hrs, at least that we noticed...that's really good, from my previous experiences in CR. Never had any issues with water, hot water was plentiful. Grounds and lawn were well maintained. Property manager waz very responsive and easy to get a hold of. I love this area of costa rica, been here many times now with my family. Drive up the hill to the property is definitely an adventure by itself. All i can say is...you'll get used to it in a day or two.
Ishtiaq H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Audrey D.
Apr 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Magic in Costa Rica
This rental was a little bit of heaven for our group. We were a group of two families ranging in ages from teenagers down to a six year old and it worked perfectly for us. From check in to check out, the property manager was more than helpful and everything ran smoothly. Hats off to Jonathan. The house was clean, stocked with everything we needed and the bedrooms were comfortable. There was more than ample seating everywhere so that indoors or outdoors, the magic of the location could be enjoyed either alone or with friends. The pool was cleaned and maintained regularly during our stay and was a highlight for everyone. They aren't joking when they say that you need 4-wheel drive for this location, especially if it rains. However, the trade off is more than worth it. If you are wondering if you can walk to the Bar Jolly Roger, the consensus from our group is no, but drive down for a burger. We loved this rental and would recommend it to anyone.
Audrey D.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Fayaz S., Lake Oswego
Aug 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and great house
Spacious house with pool with amazing view. You definitely need 4x4 to get to the property, expect standard Cost Rica problems like temporary power outage and water outage in rainy season. The property manager Jonathan was very much in touch in responding and resolving any concerns or issues as they occured. He also kept checking on us from time to time. The dominical area is great for beaches, and jungle activities . We did paragliding with Dominical paragliding near the house and also did ATV ride near Uvita. We saw many birds Toucans, howling monkeys, laughing falcon ، bat falcon, and above all oropendola have nest nearby so they come every morning and evening.
Fayaz S.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sally W.
Feb 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
The outside space is phenomenal.with beautiful vistas and sunsets. This place can accommodate 10 adults plus children easily in large bedrooms. Will definitely try to return!
Sally W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tony R., Seattle, United States
Jan 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, property + management
We stayed here on Christmas break. Great location, property + management!
Tony R.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rick and Carol C., St. Petersburg, Florida
Nov 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Costa Rican Paradise!
Excellent choice for our group of 10. Everyone was more than satisfied overall. Just a few snags with plumming and random power outages but nothing we didn't expect. The VRBO listing needs to be updated with an additional photo of ALL the bedrooms. The amazing views and coziness made up for everything. YOUGETHERE staff was always on the ball for us. We very much enjoyed everything. Thanks!
Rick and Carol C.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sharryse F.
Aug 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise found
We enjoyed staying in this spacious home with a spectacular view. The pool and property are absolutely beautiful. We had three families which included nine people at the house and it was very spacious for everyone. Definitely a one-of-a-kind property! The concierge was very helpful and responsive before and during our stay in Costa Rica.
Sharryse F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Melania B.
Jan 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Casa muy cómoda para disfrutar con familia o amigos
Pasamos las vacaciones de fin de año en familia y tuvimos una muy bonita experiencia. La casa es muy cómoda, está bien equipada y la vista es espectacular. Tiene muchas terrazas y diferentes ambientes para disfrutar y descansar.
Melania B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Doug R.
Mar 17, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty location. Slight concern with screen doors not working properly and some screens tore. Minor
Loved dominical
Doug R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sanjay M., Austin, USA
Dec 7, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
It’s heavenly!
The views are amazing...we got to see so many types of birds and wildlife from the villa itself...the gardens around the villa are great....the villa from inside is highly functional...and a responsive team. Overall a great stay. Have recommended to keep extra paper towels in kitchen and consider upgrading the mattress in the master bed near the pool.
Sanjay M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Laurel S.
Jun 27, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking House and Grounds
Casa Alta Vista went beyond every expectation we had. The grounds were full of a variety of local flora and fauna. We were visited daily by monkey's, toucans, a sloth, and a wide variety of other birds. The house had more than enough room for three families, 4 adults and 5 kids age 14-18. The house was spectacular with its views, modern amenities, and overall layout. The drive up to the house is not for the faint of heart, especially when the sign says 4x4 required as you enter onto the road. The location was perfect for every activity we did, as everything was within a 1/2 hour. I would definitely recommend this house to anyone.
Laurel S.
10/10 Excellent
Janet D.
Mar 24, 2019
Breathtaking views!
We had a great stay in March 2019 with a group of six. Make sure you have a 4x4 vehicle to get up the road to the house. We had two SUVs and one SUV turned out to be front wheel drive and we got stuck and had to park down the hill until the rental car company brought us another. Alonso was a great help that evening getting us to the house. We had groceries delivered by Stephen to the house just prior to our arrival which was very helpful. The house was very clean and the gardener, housecleaner and pool man all did a great job keeping it looking great.
Our first day was a relaxing day at the house and pool and we saw toucans, aracaris, an agouti and a white nose coati on the property. Each morning we got up early to hear the howler monkeys and the sounds of the birds and watch the sunrise. It was stunning. The covered hut was perfect to get out of the sun in the afternoon and was another great spot to watch the toucans. We enjoyed hiking to Nauyaca Waterfalls (upper and lower). It was a hot hike but got to see macaws, peacocks and Capuchin monkeys as well as another coati. We also had a private tour at Manuel Antonio National Park and saw a lot of sloths and other animals. We went zip lining with Osa Canapy tour with a beach stop at the Whale Tail at low tide in Uvita, which you can see from the pool at the house!
Several restaurants in Dominical area - Great dinner at Por Que No for sunset, Phat noodle was good food, a little slow service. Fuego Brew Co was good and a great dinner at La Palapa at Cuna del Angel for our last night. Make sure to have some lunches at a local "soda".
The house was great. We loved the porch on the second floor and the third floor with the hammock and another couch to nap and take in the view/look for animals was also perfect. We had two episodes of regional black outs, one for 2 hours in the middle of the night and the last evening from late evening until early morning. The house has battery powered lanterns which were handy. Just part of the experience.
The best treat on the last day of our trip was seeing a sloth in the tree by the pool enjoying eating buds on the tree and moving from branch to branch.
This was such a great trip and the house was perfect - great outdoor grilling area, thoughtful touches like pool floats/toys/beach towels. We would love to come back and we are sharing the listing with friends that saw our pictures. The view from the backyard was absolutely spectacular! Pura Vida!
Janet D.
10/10 Excellent
Sean M.
Dec 31, 2018
Our family had an amazing time in such a amazing property! Pura Vida!
Our family spent the Holiday’s together and we could not of picked a more perfect location in Dominical. Casa Alta Vista was amazing and as nice as the pictures are on the site, the house is even better in person. You wake up in the morning and drink your coffee looking out over your infinity pool to the most amazing view of the Pacific Ocean and the whales tale in Uvita. The sounds of howler monkeys and toucans are in the trees all around you. We had 15 people and this house had no problem sleeping all of us. 3 levels with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. Also, the staff was always very quick to respond to any questions we had. Another perk, the house is less than a mile away from Bar Jolly Roger which has great food and a total Costa Rican feel. I would HIGHLY recommend this house and we can’t wait to go back and stay here. Pura Vida!!!
Sean M.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Patrick F.
Aug 13, 2018
Modern Jungle Home with Tremendous Views
Our stay at Casa Alta Vista was awesome. The house was very clean when we arrived, and Stephen was very helpful during our check-in process. He told us about the local area, and gave us some good info on making the most out of our stay. The view was just incredible, and the house had so many outdoor spaces to enjoy it from. The view looks down on the "Whale's Tale" beach at Uvita. You could honestly just spend hours staring at it. We were lucky enough to catch a whale jumping out of the water as we ate breakfast outside on the first morning. We also saw monkeys, toucans, parrots, and an agouti on the property.
The location is pretty convenient to attractions as well. Dominical, Uvita, Nauyaca Falls, and more are all convenient to the area. Manuel Antonio and Jaco are a little further away, but we made day trips to those areas as well.
Be prepared for the drive up to the house. It requires 4-wheel drive, and can be a little scary at first, but it is safe, and you get totally used to it after a couple days. The house is in the Jungle on a mountain, so it's septic system doesn't allow for the flushing of toilet paper, you must throw it away. This wasn't nearly as big of a deal as it seemed at first, and is pretty standard in this area. There are also rolling brown outs in these areas of Costa Rica. This is also pretty standard, and we weren't really bothered by it. We weren't there to watch TV or anything like that.
This was our first stay in Costa Rica, and everyone had a blast. I would absolutely recommend Casa Alta Vista to anyone looking to stay in the Dominical area.
Patrick F.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Aimee C.
Jul 23, 2018
Breathtaking views, amazing wildlife, and so relaxing!
We had 2 families that shared this home! So much room, anything needed in kitchen, and private area to relax with family! We loved the cabana it was our favorite place even the children! Coffee watching sunrise in cabana was just serene!! Close to surround places, beaches, and many activities! We couldn’t have asked for a better visit and place to stay!! Can’t wait to come back!!
Aimee C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
christopher v.
Mar 13, 2018
Awesome week in Dominical
Absolutely beautiful home. Views from the Pool breathtaking. Well laid out. Spacious bedrooms. About 10 minutes to beaches. Need 4x4 to get there. Good communication with rental company. Met us on time and good orientation of the house. All around 5 stars. Would definitely book again. C