Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!

Outdoor pool
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper

About this house rental

Situated in Bahía Ballena, this lovely house for $512 per night is a fantastic option for your next trip. Are you looking for a destination to get really excited about? Welcome to Flying Toucans where the sights and sounds of wildlife, open-air indoor/outdoor tropical living and unforgettable views have all been captured in one special place. Enjoy reading our guests reviews about this luxurious Costa Rican Villa situated on a unique, picturesque point on the southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. With lots of surrounding tropical landscaping, you'll have exclusive privacy to enjoy your home in peace...with the exception of some chatty visitors. Yes, the monkeys and the toucans call out to you at any time without first introducing themselves. Location, Location, Location! Superbly located in Costa Rica's exclusive Maritime Zone (situated within 200 meters of the shoreline), Flying Toucans is one of the very few luxury home rentals in the area that is on the ocean side of the main coastal road. This unique location affords up close breathtaking views of jungle-clad mountains, sandy beaches, and the tranquil Pacific Ocean with quick, level, convenient 2wd access all year long. If you like beaches, you are in luck as we have an abundance nearby. From the villa, take a hike down to the point and discover two secluded beaches (one with its own 35' waterfall) or jump in your car and within five minutes be exploring miles of uncrowded footstep-free sandy beaches. The living and dining rooms offer the romance of open-air tropical living, blending the comforts of home with the nearness of wildlife. The living room or kitchen are great central locations to gather and enjoy all that Flying Toucans has to offer. Plenty of seating for everyone. Don't be surprised at the abundant hummingbird and butterfly population. The large fully-equipped kitchen, with its' beautiful custom cabinetry, and casual eating area is integrated with the living room, pool and views beyond. Whip up a smoothie or a six course meal...your choice. Did we mention the pool? Once in, you'll never get out of this infinity-edge pool. Just three steps from the villa, the turquoise tile blends into the dazzling coastline and the popular Uvita 'Whale's Tail', a unique place to walk and explore. It overlooks Ballena (which means 'whale') beach National Marine Park so keep your eyes open for Humpback whales and Bottle-Nosed dolphins in the bay during whale season. There is a half bath downstairs, outdoor shower as well as laundry room with full-sized washer and dryer. Two well-furnished air-conditioned master suites are located upstairs, all enclosed. (King bed in one, Queen and Double in other). Each of the suites incorporates the use of local precious hardwoods for the doors, cabinets and vaulted ceilings. Relax in the comfort of air conditioning or open the windows and let the ocean breezes in. Too comfortable to get out of bed? Fine, enjoy the views from your pillow!... now if you could just get someone to bring you breakfast...hmmmm. Spacious bathrooms feature tumbled Colombian limestone showers and an openness that continues to let the outdoors in while providing all the privacy needed. You will also love taking advantage of the spacious terrace upstairs. It's perfect for wildlife viewing, whale watching, stargazing, photography, sunrises and sunsets, or just dozing off in the comfy hammock. Surrounding the villa are exotic heliconias, a variety of fragrant gingers, exotic palms, birds-of-paradise, fruit trees etc... not only for your enjoyment but to attract our fine feathered friends. Discover a tropical fruit you've never tasted before or sniff a flowery scent like Chanel #5 from the Ylang Ylang trees. Where is it coming from? Have you been searching for just the perfect vacation holiday in paradise? Eureka, you've found it! We invite you to stay in our home and experience it all! :) John and Mary Reilly Hana, Maui, HI

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Bahía Ballena

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(125 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2024
This property is in a location where you can see the Whale Tale, the Sunrise at 9 o'clock, and the Sunset to 3 o'clock. The swimming pool is all under the shade in the afternoon and you don't need any sunscreen for the whole afternoon! We enjoyed watching monkeys, sloths, blue morpho butterflies, coatis, geckoes, and various birds including toucans. The onsite caretaker helped us identify the sloths, otherwise, there's no way we can find them on top of the trees hiding! We cooked ourselves most of the time but thoroughly enjoyed high-quality tuna at Mosaic Wine and Sushi Bar, and a local seafood restaurant around Quepos after a guided tour at Manuel Antonio. Make sure you get guided tours all the time - that's the way you find the hidden animals. We went down further to the Osa Peninsula. Looking back, we probably would do Osa first via SJO-PJM, then rent a car at PJM National, and drive back to explore the Dominical/Uvita/Quepos area while staying at John's place afterward as the place is so relaxing! Many thanks to John's frequent check-ins and tips sharing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the communication!!
5.0
Dec 2023
My husband and I recently had the privilege to stay at Flying Toucans for a little over two weeks. The house is tucked back away from the highway and is every bit as fabulous as you think it is. Each morning we were greeted with a beautiful sunrise over the mountains and complete tranquility. Enjoying morning coffee while watching the capuchin monkeys, hummingbirds, and other wildlife move about is indescribable. The house is situated between Domincal and Uvita, both of which are great towns to go and explore. The surrounding parks, waterfalls, and scenery shouldn't be missed either - go and explore! Don't be scared of the drive from San Jose, this house is worth every mile and every truck that you may get stuck behind, haha. Everyone is incredibly kind, the excursions are worth the money, and the memories that you make will be everlasting. Stop searching and book this house!
5.0
Nov 2023
I traveled with a couple friends, all three of us ladies are 60 plus years of age. Costa Rica was on our bucket list. Staying at The Flying Toucans was probably the best location we could’ve picked with breathtaking views, of the ocean and mountains, tropical gardens, monkeys, Coatis (white nosed costa raccoons), toucans and macaws. We were there 10 days and every day was a new adventure watching the wildlife and swimming in the amazing pool! A five minute walk leads to a wonderful restaurant with fabulous food and coconut flan (a must try). We took a half day ATV tour to a coffee plantation at highest point and saw beautiful waterfalls. I highly recommend this excursion! Everything about our trip and accommodations was wonderful. Thanks John for sharing your spectacular home!! We miss it already.
5.0
Oct 2023
Someone below stated not to bother reading the rest of the reviews and I'll have to agree! The house is well appointed, the beds were comfortable, the view is phenomenal, the pool was refreshing, and the wildlife around the home was very best part of it all! We saw tons of white faced and howler monkeys, several coatis and toucans almost daily. We barely left the house at all! Just book it, you won't regret it!
5.0
Sep 2023
Absolutely loved it!!!! From the morning wake up call of the Howler Monkeys to the aerial acrobats of the white faced monkeys. You can stay in this one place and see it all. Coatis, raccoons, agoutis, rust tailed hummingbirds, toucans, red legged grasshopper and several Jesus Christ lizards……. Iguanas. Location was ideal for a short trip to a grocery for fresh fruit or a day trip to one of the many waterfalls of the area. Oh, and the beautiful flowers that are all around. We are already talking about our next trip to FT……
5.0
Aug 2023
Myself and my two sons (10 and 13) had a wonderful stay in Costa Rica at the Flying Tucans. I can't say enough about the beauty of this house and its surrounding jungle. We saw so many animals (monkeys, toucans, coati, lizards and parrots) on a daily basis. They were all so close and it was spectacular. The house it's self was exactly as the post stated and was in excellent shape. I enjoyed cooking all of our meals in the kitchen. The Gas grill is a bit old but was usable and worked just fine for the stakes and burgers I cooked. My kids and I absolutely LOVED the pool! It was clean and so much fun to play in, relax and watch a sun set from. The owners were fantastic. John sent us info on the place prior to our departure and even spoke with me on the phone. He was a great resource for us for the area and was very helpful! I highly recommend this house for any one wanting a true Tico experience!
5.0
May 2023
Words cannot describe how special this house is! It truly is a slice of heaven and I cannot recommend it enough! All of the prior reviews are right on… the view is absolutely incredible! Waking up each morning to the sound of the howler monkeys and birds singing, drinking coffee on the patio while gazing out to the impeccable view, being entertained by the howler monkeys everyday at 7am and 4pm (they were very consistent!!), chilling in the pool while watching a sloth swing from the tree, falling asleep at night to the sound of the waves crashing, each day was simply magical! The house was very clean, had everything we needed, was very private, and the owners were fantastic communicators! My favorite part… there are animals everywhere you look - it’s unreal to see so many animals right in your own back yard (we saw a sloth 3 different times, a family of howler monkeys, white faced monkeys, agouti, coati, toucans, lots of parrots, a kinkajou, tons of birds, and crabs galore)! The location is perfect! Right between Dominical and Uvita (small/chill towns) so you have lots of options for beaches and restaurants just a few minutes away! Don’t stress about the trip from the airport - it’s an easy trip with beautiful scenery (and the house is well worth the drive). If you are looking for an incredible Costa Rica experience… book this house!
5.0
Apr 2023
This was our second trip to Costa Rica. The house is wonderful! It's clean and you feel like one with nature. Things we loved: the views, the sunrise, the abundant flowers and plants, our privacy, the morning pool, the house layout and amenities, the location between Dominical and Uvita, the AC for bedrooms, and lastly seeing the locals (animals) visit regularly. Things that were not so great and can't control: the drive from San Jose airport, the hot afternoon pool and the distant road noise. Overall we had a fantastic stay and spent most our time at the house, we felt we were staying at our own private resort. Also a big thank you to John, the home owner who stayed in contact at all times.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Bahía Ballena?

The average price for a rental in Bahía Ballena is $178 per night. This rental is $334 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!. Enjoy the water!

Is Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View! pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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