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Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres.

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View of House with Private Pool and Jacuzzi
Driveway up to the House. House features a Double Car Garage
Kitchen fully loaded with Appliances, Plates, and Cutlery
Breakfast Area looking out on the Pool
Inside Bar runs continues through to the outer area beside the pool.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ojochal, Puntarenas
  • Place, Ventanas Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Ballena
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinuela Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Beds

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres.

This beautiful 3 bedroom/2.5 Bath home is nestled on the Mountain hillside overlooking Ojochal, with stunning views of the river mouth and the Pacific ocean.

'Estilo de Vida' ('The Style of Life') is available for short-term and long-term rental.

The property offers a private pool with complete privacy due to the secluded nature of the property. The temperature of the pool is a wonderful 86 degrees all year around. Located at an altitude of 700 feet above Sea level the property avoids the problem of pesky mosquitoes. Watch the Howler Monkeys in the trees and humming birds and toucans right from the pool deck. Enjoy a daily visit from our resident Coati!

The 12 acre property includes a private nature trail that leads to a stream and then on to the main river that runs through the property. Enjoy a swim in the river and then head back to the house spotting monkeys and Blue Morpho butterflies along the way.

Each bedroom has a walk-in closet and is air-conditioned. The air conditioners use the latest Inverter technology which causes the unit to slow down as it nears the set temperature. This results in very quiet operation (no condenser kicking in and out) and as it is running constantly it results in very low humidity levels (35 to 40%) which makes you feel cooler. Free High Speed wireless internet is available throughout the house.

The house features a remotely monitored security system that you can activate when you depart the house each day.

Keywords: House, Villa, Vacation Home, Jungle, Nature, Pool, Jacuzzi, Ojochal, Uvita, Dominical, Playa Ventanas, Cinco Ventanas, Stream, River

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Kids love the pool and nature trail to river.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. While the natural beauty of Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to OSA Golf Course. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Ojochal, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Ventanas Beach - 10 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa Ballena - 10 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Pinuela Beach - 11 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Playa Garza - 14 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Arco Beach - 15 min drive - 9.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Nativo - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪El Hornito - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Tagua - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres.?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres. on 18 Sept 2026 start from AU$302, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ojochal Home with Pool/Ocean View/Private Jungle Trail & River on 12 acres. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Playa Tortuga, Tortuga Beach and Ventanas Beach. Pinuela Beach and Playa Ballena are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mattias D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here numerous times, and the house is perfect for us. We love being in nature, and having outdoor adventures, and this rental provides us the perfect base. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our 3-week stay here. Our favourite part was definitely the wildlife - we saw more here than any other place we’ve visited! The space was larger than we expected and the beds were very comfortable. The driveway is steep but doable without 4x4. We wished the pool was a bit warmer but it was so refreshing on a hot day. Pura Vida!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location, great jungle setting, Toucans, Parrots, other Birds, Monkeys, Frogs, Pizote and my new favorite the Zopilotes. Nice jungle trails. Large rooms, each with a walk-in closet, plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2026
Hi John, thank you very much for taking the time out to write a review. Glad to hear that you got to see a lot of the local fauna!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy and efficient. Property is beautiful with lots of wildlife, frogs, toucans, lizards and butterflies. Could use some updates to make the house more comfortable, i.e. mattress in master bedroom, couch cushions and pool/patio furniture.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Very nice stay

Loved our stay. Encountered only two problems: Getting up the drive requires at least front wheel drive, and the stay was not long enough.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

The property was wonderful. It was too wet to hike, but view was great. You definitely need a 4WD and arrive during the day as suggested.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The place was great! We enjoyed all the wildlife. The house was clean and had everything we needed. A 4x4 is recommended unless you enjoy a walk up a steep driveway, which we did. Would recommend this piece of paradise to anyone looking to get off of he beaten track
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pattie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Christmas Getaway

We took our family to Costa Rica for Christmas and selected this house for our base of operations. Michael and Massi were very communicative and patient with all of our questions. The house suited us perfectly and was everything we were looking for and more. Definitely recommend to anyone thinking about staying here.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Martin- Canada

Great stay. Lots of things to do in the area. Lots of wildlife.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matti P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

The place was peaceful and beautiful. It was well equipped, just as described. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

mark c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Family of 4

The house is in need of some TLC bit overall it's ok. We wouldn't return though
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cari N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING in every way!!!

Our stay here was nothing short of magical!! Beautiful vacation home was perfect for our family of 5 adults who love to play hard and relax after! Would not hesitate to highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful holiday in a beautiful place

We arrived at Michael's house in the dark after a delayed journey.. it was amazing to wake up the next day to the beautiful view of the ocean in the distance. We saw toucans, howler monkeys, coatis, agoutis, parrots, poison arrow frogs and lots of beautiful butterflies
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique expereince!

We enjoyed our stay! What a unique, spacious, and fun place. We enjoyed the pool, the views, the toucans, and other wild life. We hiked down to the creek--very steep. It was also a perfect place to be close to the boat excurions in Uvita. We enjoyed the food left for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

We loved our stay at Estilo de Vida. The view is great! I miss waking up to the birds, monkeys and the view. We found ourselves just wanting to hangout at the pool most days. Everywhere we ate in Ojochal and near by we’re excellent. Pura Vida
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Seclusion

What a great house! The view is phenomenal, and you can't beat the privacy. The wildlife is wonderful, the water is HOT, and the AC is cold. We were a little bummed to realize the jacuzzi isn't heated, but there's a giant bathtub in the master bathroom right by a window that was just as enjoyable, so no worries! The kitchen is large and usable, and the grill was a nice touch. We had a wonderful stay, and would recommend this property to anyone looking for a good time in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for anyone!

Great layout for family and/or friends. Manager was helpful and quick to respond. We loved having our own pool to relax or play in after checking out the local beaches and waterfalls. And wildlife on site:). The house is close to so many things to do or amenities such as restaurants and grocery stores. Uvita has what you need. Dominical is a short drive away for that surf town vibe and great food!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Piece of paradise

Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us. The house was just perfect! Beautiful view, perfect elevation up the mountain. Kitchen well stocked for cooking, everything provided for our stay. Very thoughtful to have a beautiful welcome basket full of goodies and beer in the fridge! We had a very relaxing trip, spent most of our time in the pool and at the beach. We hope to stay again. Pura Vida
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

We couldn’t have asked for a better home for a relaxed, animal filled vacation! We especially loved the two coatimundis that visited every day and the toucans! The only consideration is I wouldn’t recommend this for a family with a crawler. The bats, while absolutely adorable do make quite a mess.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed the pool, hiking trails, birds/animals and views

Nice sized pool. Beautiful views. Saw howler monkeys, toucans, morpho butterflies, and frogs. Enjoyed the hiking trails. Many wonderful restaurants within a short drive. We couldn't get wifi to stay connected, but luckily we had a hotspot we were able to use for part of our stay. Living area was quite warm during the day, but we spent most of our time elsewhere. Overall, we enjoyed the property and were happy with it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Hi Jasmine, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and I apologize for the problems with the internet. The provider themselves were having an issue. I am glad you found a workaround with the hotspot!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sebastien p.

Amazing again !

The house is wonderful, in the middle of the forrest. Koati and parots every days all around the house.This the second time in the house and certainly not the last one.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Hi Sebastien. Thanks for the review. Pleased to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rican Paradise

It's had to put in words the amount of joy and relexation we had st Esitlo deVida. We had our own tropical animal show in the back yard, from 6 Toucans landing in a tree, to a 45 minute monkey show, scarlett macaws and a Coati family. The pool was enjoyed from dawn to bedtime and the views are unphatomenal. Massi the property manager was unreal and responded immediately. Uvita Information Center was a pleasure.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the forest, great pool, toucans everywhere

A perfect stay for wildlife and nature enthusiasts. There were dart frogs milling about, toucans everywhere, coatis, and agoutis. The trails were great, but driving the road beyond the house is how we saw even more wildlife. The pool was perfect for a morning/early afternoon dip. Just remember, it really is nestled into the forest, so a few leaves may fall in the pool, or a few cool insects may visit the house, but the gekos take care of them mostly! The house was very clean when we arrived, and everything we needed to cook our meals was there!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S.

Welcome to The Jungle With a View

What a great stay for 10 nights. Everything we expected and more. Spotting of Toucan's the Blue Morpho Butterfly, and other birds and animals all while enjoying first cup of Costa Rican coffee on the patio. Always up early when the Howler Monkey alarm went off at 5:30 am on 3 sides every morning....totally awesome. Home was well equipped with everything we needed. Loved the electric griddle at patio bar for breakfast. Worked great for making pancake for the daily visit from the Kodi. Great place away from it all but close to great attractions.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Hi Michael. Thank you for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Everything was exactly as pictured. Daily coati and toucan visits, and the howler monkeys will have you up at 5am every morning so you'll never miss a sunrise. 😂 The view from the back porch was beautiful and the monkey and sloth trails were a tough workout for a pair of seniors. This was our fourth stay in this area and highly recommend a four-wheel drive vehicle for the road and especially for the driveway to this villa. We had a wonderful 12 days here and thank you Massi for all your help during our stay. I highly recommend visiting Sonia at the Uvita Information Center to help with scheduling your excursions. She is wonderful! Michael, your home was beautiful and thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Jeffrey

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We purchased Estilo de Vida in 2006. We have two sons who love going to the Costa Rica house. We tend to go in the rainy season each year or sometimes every two years.

Why they chose this property

We love the remote jungle setting. In the picture my sons explore Playa Tortuga near the house. The property itself is amazing as the lot is 12 acres in size which allows you to completely relax in privacy. We like getting up early in the morning walking the nature trail to the river and back.

What makes this property unique

Beautiful view of the Pacific Coast. Watch White-faced and Howler Monkeys, Toucans, Humming Birds, Wood Peckers, Sloths and other animals and birds in the jungle around the property, and watch them right from the comfort of the pool deck. We have a resident Coati who visits the house every day to see what is going on at Estilo de Vida.

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