House in Bahía Ballena
Reasons to book
About this house rental
Welcome to Alta Vida, a private, architecturally designed villa tucked into the rainforest above Ojochal, Costa Rica — where jungle canopy, mountain ridgelines, and the Pacific horizon all meet at your own poolside. Built in 2022 and set on a sought-after and secluded street, this is a place for travelers who want real Costa Rica: howler monkeys at dusk, toucans overhead, a waterfall a few minutes away, and nothing between you and the view but open air.
This home is built to erase the line between indoors and out. High ceilings, cross-breezes, and walls of glass keep every room bright and alive with the sounds of the forest.
The heart of the home is the open-air central living space — shaded, breezy, and made for long dinners, slow mornings, and evening cocktails while the jungle wakes up around you.
- 2 Bedrooms + flexible sleeping — a primary bedroom with a queen bed, a second bedroom with two twin beds (convertible to a queen), and a full-size bed in the open living area for extra guests.
- 1.5 bathrooms, including an outdoor, surf-style shower
- Original artwork throughout, inspired by the surrounding rainforest — down to the hand-painted "Things That Make You Go Hmmm" mural over the open kitchen, a favorite spot for morning coffee
- A ‘just enough’ kitchen with a large working counter, hot plate, toaster oven, microwave and everything you need to cook in
- Private laundry and storage, and a secure safe for your belongings
Outdoor Living, Built for the View
- Step outside to the deck and private splash pool, where the Pacific Ocean, the mountains, and the rainforest canopy all share the same sightline.
- private pool overlooking ocean and mountain views
- Multiple lounge and dining areas scattered across the property, tucked among palms and tropical foliage
- Front-row seating for sunsets that turn the whole sky gold and orange over the water
- A quiet gravel path down to a shaded jungle nook — table, lounger, swings, and nothing but green in every direction
Nature, Right Outside the Door
Ojochal sits inside a stretch of lowland rainforest known for its biodiversity, and Alta Vida puts you right in it. As the light fades, the soundtrack takes over: cicadas, frogs, and birdsong settling in for the night.
- Toucans and scarlet macaws overhead
- Sloths, anteaters, and Blue Morpho butterflies nearby
- A short drive (or hike) to a private waterfall, tumbling over volcanic rock into a clear pool — one of the area's best-kept secrets
Location: Minutes from everything and just off the Costanera Highway
- Minutes from Ojochal's waterfall and its renowned restaurants and cafés
- Minutes from Marino Ballena National Park — home to the famous Whale's Tail sandbar, sea caves, and dramatic rock arches along the coastline
- Elevated position for privacy, breeze, and long views
- Secure parking under a covered carport
Ideal for:
- Couples looking for a romantic, private escape
- Nature lovers, birdwatchers, and anyone who wants the jungle at arm's reach
- Digital nomads and creatives craving inspiration
- Guests who want authentic Costa Rica, done comfortably
Whether you're floating in the pool at sunset, watching the tide pull back at the beach below, or piloting a boat through a sea arch along Marino Ballena, every part of a stay at Alta Vida feels like it was built for exactly this.
Private. Elevated. Wildly beautiful. Book your stay at Alta Vida.








