Sweeping Ocean Views with One-of-a-kind Luxury Experience
About this house rental
Nestled in Bahía Ballena, this lovely house for $482 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. Nestled within one of the most exclusive private communities in the southern zone of Costa Rica, Gema Escondida truly is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. As you step through the glass doors to Gema Escondida, you’ll be greeted by an absolutely breathtaking ocean view. NOTE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT CHILDREN UNDER 13 YEARS OLD AT THIS PROPERTY. Important: Our properties are protected by a digital trust platform that enables Hosts, Operators and Guests to confidently transact in the short-term rentals space. Please note that once you have booked, you will be contacted by a representative to verify the reservation. Please make sure this is completed prior to check-in. Failure to do so may result in the reservation being canceled. Important: We are committed to protecting our properties and keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations, which is why you will be asked to complete our independent verification. Please note: Before your booking begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your booking. You will be contacted via email and/or text to complete the verification. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking. Every vacation rental managed by Osa Property Management will have the following provided: Full bag of Costa Rican coffee (250 mgs) Coffee filters Cooking oil Dish soap (sink) Dish cleaning sponge Starter set of dishwasher soap (if applicable) Salt Pepper Paper towels Napkins Shampoo in every shower Soap in every shower Hand soap at every sink Start set of laundry detergent Toilet paper One box of Kleenex per bathroom Trash bags If Guests require more of the above, they are responsible for it. NO PETS ALLOWED Osa Property Management’s Concierge and Vacation Planner team will contact you after you have made your reservation. We will assist with making any necessary transportation arrangements from Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose (SJO), or Quepos regional airport, which is approximately 60 minutes from the property. We can assist in lining up either a private airplane shuttle, helicopter or guests can book a flight on Sansa Airlines, which has multiple flights per day. We will arrange all excursions/activities/tours with reputable companies in the area, provide a link for grocery delivery, and make reservations at any restaurant. Our goal is to make your trip to Costa Rica enjoyable and as relaxing as you want it to be. Costa Verde Estates is THE exclusive gated community in the area. Guests will have access to the community tennis court and the community exercise center. Uvita and Dominical have some of Costa Rica's best beaches, wonderful restaurants and variety of options, (coffee shops, microbrewery, local, fine dining), grocery stores, banks and pharmacies. ~15 minutes from the property is a small commercial center with grocery store, coffee shop and a restaurant nestled in the jungle. The highlight is Marino Ballena National Park, featuring the famous sandy "Whale Tail" where migrating humpback whales can be seen just offshore. You can whale watch, dolphin watch or snorkel. Dominical is a fun, funky hippie and counterculturist enclave with great shops, dining, live music, candlelight yoga, spas, bars and beach. The growing town of Ojochal is 9 to the South and is known as one of the best foodie town in Costa Rica. Ojochal also offers easy access to Playa Ventanas, a small and beautiful beach famous for its sea caves. For those who enjoy golfing, the southern pacific’s only golf course, Osa Golf Course, is an easy 50 minute drive (they have golf clubs for rent). More adventurous guests may enjoy: Zipline adventure ATV Tours Over a dozen waterfalls to visit. Swimming is optional, weather and safety permitting. Horseback riding on the beach (even better during a sunset) Horseback riding to beautiful waterfalls SCUBA diving at Caño Island Volunteer at Reserva Playa Tortuga, looking to save turtle eggs, count wildlife or help in other ways. Night hiking in the jungle Stand up paddle boarding Kayaking in the mangroves Activities for all ages Butterfly gardens Cacao learning experience. Cacao is where chocolate comes from and its importance cannot be ignored in the pre-Columbian world. UNESCO World Heritage site at Finca 6 that has over a dozen pre-Columbian spheres. Scientists still don’t know how they were made and are only recently discovering who made them. Drive to a number of waterfalls with minimal hiking required Deep sea fishing River fishing Wildlife rescue center where sloths, monkeys and exotic birds are rehabilitated Over a dozen beaches to enjoy walks, sunsets or relaxing Guests will meet with an Osa Property Management Team Member and be escorted up to the home at check-in. The home is located in a gated community and access codes will be shared 24 hours prior to check-in. The property is a private home with no shared spaces. Guests will have the exclusive use of the property and the PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL. As you pass through the private, gated entrance you are surrounded by lush jungle canopies brimming with birds, monkeys, iguanas and tons of other wildlife. Set more than 1,100 feet above sea level, the villa features one of the most sought-after sightlines around, that of the spectacular natural formation known as the Whale's Tail. This rocky reef, which was naturally formed by the ocean waves into the shape of a whale’s tail, can be viewed from multiple spots in the villa during low tide. In fact, at no point will you go without this spectacular ocean view as the kitchen, dining room, living room and bedrooms have all been designed to maximize the feel of being perched high above the beautiful blue pacific. From your spot on the living room sofa, which is the shade of the sea, gaze out over a bubbling jacuzzi and refreshing infinity pool, out into the ocean and experience the full relaxation of a luxury beach vacation in tropical paradise. Gema Escondida offers guests a one-of-a-kind luxury experience, capturing the essence of indoor-outdoor living perfectly, and can sleep 6 people in beds and room for 2 more on inflatable bed. Due to its design, the house isn’t suited for children under 13 years of age. Construction of this premier villa, which features two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms in the main villa, plus a guest house, was completed in mid 2017 and no detail has been overlooked. With state-of-the-art Whirlpool amenities, marble counters and some fancy lighting fixtures, this luxe all-white ocean-view kitchen will please the chef in your group. Pull up a stool at the breakfast bar while the Costa Rican coffee is brewing. And the top-of-the-line built-in BBQ with outdoor fridge, counter and sink make it a cinch to grill up fresh local fish poolside. Beside the kitchen is a dining area with a full ocean view and seating for eight. And in the living area are two sofas, a television and coffee table. The sliders fully open to blend the outdoor and indoor spaces. The patio outside offers plenty of lounge chairs and seating near the pool. The villas two bedrooms are located upstairs and feature ocean views and walk-out balconies with seating perfect for sunsets and stargazing. Each room has an expansive king-size bed, en-suite bathroom and air-conditioning unit. One bathroom features a dual shower head, and an additional outdoor shower is located near the pool. About 50 yards from the main villa is the guest house, equipped with a king-size bed, walk-in wardrobe, and bathroom with shower. The villa also comes equipped with wireless internet service, covered parking for two cars, a secured safe for your valuables as well as a laundry room with a washer and dryer unit. There is an additional blowup mattress in the villa as well. This luxurious vacation villa is located in the Costa Verde property development, about 20 minutes off the coastal highway and almost directly centered between the towns of Dominical and Uvita, where you can find restaurants, grocery stores, and pharmacies. The road to the development features both dirt and concrete, and a 4x4 vehicle is required. There is a security gate to enter the grounds with a full-time guard on duty. This area is extremely safe and incredibly beautiful. Because it’s located high in the cloud forest, the temperature here is often 10 degrees cooler than down at the beach. As guests in the Costa Verde Estate development, your group will have access to a helicopter pad in case you prefer to come down in a helicopter or serious medical emergencies. Community tennis courts and exercise area are available free of charge. A 4x4 vehicle is REQUIRED to access the property. No exceptions.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Bahía Ballena
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(33 Reviews)
5.0
This house was absolutely gorgeous. An architectural dream. Open and airy with a breathtaking view. So lush and impeccably maintained. We arrived at night and when we woke in the morning all of us were speechless. The beauty was almost unreal!
The house was well stocked and because we had been to Costa Rica before, we spent almost the entire week at the house, enjoying the pool and the views. There was a sweet Coati who visited us daily, which made us all very happy. The weather was perfect and on the last night a major storm rolled in and it was such a cool experience!
The drive up to the house is about 15 minutes of rugged road so be sure to rent a 4WD. We stocked up on food at BM before we arrived and highly recommend doing that. We would without a doubt stay here again. It was truly heaven! Pura Vida!!!
~Laura
5.0
Everything went great from the time of booking to checking out-it was all very smooth. This was our 2nd stay at Gema Escondida and it was just as beautiful and perfect as we remembered it. The views are fabulous, the pool area spacious and gorgeous. We watched hummingbirds, toucans, a little coati who visited almost daily and we even had some Howler monkeys on the trees right above us. The house is so nice, and clean and has all the things one might need. We slept most evenings with just the screen door shut and we could hear the surf at times and the breeze was nice. This house has a separate guest house just steps away and it has beautiful views too! We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this home to anyone who asked.
4.0
Our family of 4 loved our stay at this beautiful property. The home was very clean and matched what was advertised on VRBO. The views were outstanding and experiencing the storms at night were magical. This was one of our favorite rentals. The pool and hot tub were fantastic.
As others have shared the 20 minute drive up and down from the home requires a 4x4 and is pretty tough which made us only want to go out once a day.
The You Get Here team was super responsive to any of our needs.
We would recommend Pizza Time in Uvita, loved the Barbacoa chicken. We Also picked up bagels from bagel time for breakfast.
Would highly recommend Dominical surf camp. We took 3 lessons from Gonzalo and he was excellent.
Would highly recommend Gema Escondida!
Thanks for sharing this beautiful home with our family.
5.0
My wife and I love new experiences. Especially for our anniversaries. We also enjoy a more upscale approach to our lodgings. So when we waited too long to book a stay at Costa Rican resort, rental properties became the focus of our vacation. We could not believe that Gema Escondida was available with such late notice but, also, that it was surprisingly affordable.
The home was as advertised. Absolutely great design, magnificent views and all of the amenities one would need. The kitchen was stocked with enough utensils and cookware to supply a Michelin star restaurant, there were PLENTY of towels/toiletries/etc and the pool....the POOL!!! It was a regular occurrence for us to wake up at sunrise, workout beside the pool, cook breakfast and then enjoy an early morning dip to start the day. Absolute perfection.
All was not perfect, tho...at no fault of the owner or property management. A 4x4 IS necessary. I, initially, thought that they may be erring on the side of caution but, no...you will NOT get to this property without a 4x4 that has low gear. Trust me. Also, this property is, ostensibly, in the jungle. So that means critters all around. And sometimes they find their way inside the domicile. Nothing scary or dangerous, but just be prepared to see a big on its back near the door or the odd gecko on the wall (usually near the AC units, for some reason)
But, other than those small quibbles, I would not hesitate to book this property again. As a matter of fact, I have already started recruiting another couple to go with us on our return. This home was just too big and awesome for just the 2 of us. It almost made us feel guilty. HAHAHAHA!
Can't wait to get back!!!
5.0
Can’t say enough about this property and our vacation. Ismael was an absolute dream. Highly recommend the private chefs and the massages! Fuego Brewing Company was also a favorite! Can’t wait to go back!
5.0
Great house and people! Would definitely recommend a stay here to get away from it all.
4.0
Amazing location and beautiful contemporary home. The views from the back side of the home are unparalleled and great for a morning stretch or for taking in the breathtaking views over the treetops to the ocean and the bedrooms are thankfully well air conditioned. Larger fans or A/C on the main level are needed as the house heats up during the day. A 4 wheel drive is absolutely needed and count on an adventurous 20 min rough drive from the main road. As stated in the listing, this is not a home for small kids! We maxed out our week with private tours and a personal chef at home every night. After spending entire days in the rainforests of Corcorvado, all day ATV tours with Jungle ATV (ask for Luis and Guillermo), and walking the trails at Hacienda Baru, it couldn't get any better than coming home to spectacular dinner creations by Chef Mario and Steve from Private Chef every night. They made great use of the nice BBQ grill outside the kitchen! You Get There Property Management company was very responsive and helpful but some details were out of their control like spotty and unreliable internet and a terrible fitness center. Do not rent your car from Solid Car Rental. The community gym lacked cleaner, the restroom was disgusting and the equipment was rusted, moldy or not properly functioning. All that being said, we had a wonderful and relaxing week and look forward to returning to the country with our kids.
5.0
It’s only been a couple of days and I already miss the peaceful view! Wonderful house, great place to unwind and relax after exploring the area. The property manager was wonderful and helpful… highly recommend!
5.0
There are so many good things to say about this property and the management company that I don't know where to start! 1st and foremost, the house is AMAZING with absolute privacy and a view of the ocean that is astounding. Definitely worth the money. 2nd, the management company was great! The house would be difficult to find so Ismael met us at a location close to the house so we could follow him. He gave us a tour of the property and made sure we were happy and had no questions. The YGH team even coordinated for us to obtain COVID testing (a requirement for our return flight to the U.S.) setting up our appointments and sending directions to our phone. They also provided information on activities in the area, restaurants, and places to see. If you are looking for a place that is loud and full of drunk party people, this isn't it. If you want peace and quiet in natural surroundings in a luxurious house with amazing amenities and views this IS it! Our whole trip was perfect! Really, it was PERFECT! We want to return as soon as possible.
As they point out in the advertisement, you will want a 4 wheel drive vehicle as the road to the house is steep in places but the drive is not bad at all. For that, we would recommend Wild Rider 4x4 rental in San Jose. They were awesome too!!
5.0
This contemporary home checks all the boxes needed for a luxurious Costa Rican vacation. Home is so well thought out with views from every single room; even the commode rooms have views! Beds are comfortable. Kitchen is well appointed. Pool and hot tub were enjoyed by all.
Costa Verde Estates is an exclusive gated community, and 4 wheel drive is required. Trip up and down the mountain takes about 20 minutes.
We cooked many meals here, after grocery shopping at BM in Uvita. We also ate at our favorite fish taco place, El Pescado Loco, in Dominical. Ordered great NY style thin crust pizza at Pizza Time in Uvita.
We went on Corcovado tour with Bahia Aventuras, who would use EVERY time we come to the area. Amazing outfit. Also, hiked to Nuayaca Falls, and swam at our favorite beach, Playa Ventanas.
House is perfectly situated to do it all. However, you must spend some time just enjoying the house and property. Lots of wildlife: Howler monkeys, Toucans, Parrots, and a Coati who sneaks around the property looking for stuff for his stash :)
Highly recommend this house in our favorite country, Costa Rica! Pura Vida!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bahía Ballena?
The average price for a rental in Bahía Ballena is $135 per night. This rental is $347 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sweeping Ocean Views with One-of-a-kind Luxury Experience. 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 Sweeping Ocean Views with One-of-a-kind Luxury Experience. Enjoy the water!
Is Sweeping Ocean Views with One-of-a-kind Luxury Experience pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Sweeping Ocean Views with One-of-a-kind Luxury Experience?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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