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3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C.

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Cool ambiance at night
Living room
Living Area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ojochal, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, El Pavón Waterfall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Garza
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪160 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Second bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C.

Are you ready for a real adventure? Nestled in the middle of Punta Mala is Villa Estrella del Mar. Getting there is part of the experience! Travel 20 mins. up a dirt road along rivers, the Pavon Waterfall with its own swimming pools and a restaurant that serves tilapia caught daily. A 4WD is a must. Follow the signs to find paradise or our Concierge will guide you up. An expansive ocean view will welcome you home.
Experience innumerable bird sights, toucans, green parrots, coatis, monkeys, more.
The breathtaking view of the ocean, mountains, islands will transport you to a level of calm and awe. Use our outdoor shower at any time, the feel is undescriptible, whether you use it during the day or at night.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Under parents responsibility and supervision
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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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ciudad Cortés

Located in Ciudad Cortés, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands and Marino Ballena National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Uvita Arts Center and Topolandia. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ojochal, Provincia de Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • El Pavón Waterfall - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Playa Garza - 17 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands - 18 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 22 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 25 min drive - 13.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Potz Bistro - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Tagua - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Térraba - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Los Gatos Locos - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Soda Ojoche - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C.?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C. on 8 Apr 2026 start from AU$396, 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 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is 3BR, 2BATH, swimming pool, Ocean/Sunset view, A/C. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from El Pavón Waterfall and within 9 miles (15 km) of Playa Garza and OSA Golf Course. Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands and Turtle Beach Street are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was wonderful definitely 5 . One of the extra special parts was our host Fernando. He gave immediate attention to all our questions about Costa Rica ( regardless of how silly) and great suggestions to enhance our visit. Amazing sunsets every day, beautiful hummingbirds, and daily visits from Claude the coati!!! We couldn’t imagine a more wonderful time. Thanks so much.
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2026
Tom and Margaret. We will miss you, we enjoyed your comments questions and adventures. We are forever thankful for sharing those pictures of the humming birds and sunsets, so beautiful I added one to our picture collection. We hope you come back again. You guys are awesome. Thank you for such great words. God bless you both. Fernando and John
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert E.

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

Tranquility with a spectacular view

The weather was perfect. We were here for 9 weeks. House is quiet, pool is perfect, weather was spectacular. We were visited by humming birds, toucans, parrots, howler monkeys and coati’s.The drive does require a 4x4…. Typical Costa Rican mountain road.Host and concierge were excellent and responded to any inquiries we had. 5* all the way
Stayed 62 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Randy W.

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

Would not stay again

The house was beautiful but too high in the mountains.The road was a nightmare and we are used to bad roads.We had rain everyday and it was too cold to use the pool.When we drove down into Ojochal or Uvita it was hot and sunny but when we got back to the house it was raining.We were booked for 4 weeks but left after spending 2 .It was a terrible waste of money .We had lived in Ojochal for 10 yrs previously so had gone on this trip to say goodbye to all of our friends.Very disappointed.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2023
Dear Randy and Luba. Reading your review was shocking to us as every group we have hosted, commented how magical their experience has been, connecting with nature and fresh air; our repeat guests love the peace this property brings them and come year after year. It is hard for us to find a “would not stay again” as a title on your review because that is not what we expected from our conversations. We were so happy we met you and showed you the way to the house when you arrived; Randy seemed to love driving that road, it seemed like a second nature for him. Weather conditions are out of our control, we were in the house the weeks prior to your stay to make sure everything was perfect in the house and the weather was great, we even shared videos of our fruit trees and views/sunsets with you while we were in the house. The road condition is mentioned in the description, it is a rural road, in fact we texted you that you required a 4x4 and recommended to be guided by navigation system from the very beginning of our communication. We recommended two apps largely used in Costa Rica. The navigation app would had guided you to any location and if an incorrect turn was made, the app would had made you aware. We also told you the road is being worked on and in that process we lost some of our signs. We have additional ones and will replace them when the road improvements end. I’m sorry you had to leave early, you told us the unusually cool temperatures were affecting you and did not want to deal with the pain which you had since you left Arizona. When you made us aware of your departure, we offered that the second couple that came with you could stay and that we could had arranged for a car service as needed but you told us they were coming back with you. I hope you are feeling better and that your condition improves with time. Fernando
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia N.

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

Perfect Ocean View Paradise

We found the house and property to be everything and more as promised. The house is spacious, clean and well maintained. Solar powered hot water is luxurious. Water from the mountain spring was delicious requiring no precautions. Kitchen is fully stocked and linens are new and comfy. Plenty of pillows too. We wanted a house at the end of the road with no light pollution and we found it! The house is safe and secure with great neighbors. View to the ocean is unobstructed. A vista of only the green of the jungle all the way to the beach and beyond. Super sunsets every night - enjoyed by a lovely pool off the comfortable patio. The access roads do require a sturdy 4WD vehicle and a confident driver. There is no way to describe the myriad array of birds, butterflies, monkeys and coatis! The owners and concierge were available whenever we needed anything. The only drawback was having to leave. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 49 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

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

Amazing house, view, and hosts

This house is really something special. It's up on a hill, secluded from everything, overlooking acres of jungle, ocean, and sky. You'll hear and see all types of wildlife from the house (monkeys, tuscans, coati, hummingbirds etc) it's a magical place where you feel connected to mother nature. Our group did a lot of cooking in the house and they had everything we needed. John and Fernando are SO AMAZING. I've traveled all over the world and stayed in many types of houses, and they are by far the best hosts I've ever worked with. Before we arrived to the house they sent me pictures and videos of the house getting me excited for my first trip to Costa Rica. They were incredibly quick with communication and sent me a list of things to do and see in Costa Rica. I highly, highly recommend staying here. The house is on a hill so it takes about 30 minutes to get up from the many highway. It's worth it being a little farther from the city to get some of the most breathtaking views.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Fernando Lobo-Arias

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We are Fernando and John, Fernando was born in Costa Rica and John in the US, we both reside in the NY/NJ area.
We have been hosting guests since 2016 in two properties in NJ and in Costa Rica...providing the best experience possible.
Particularly for this property, we want to offer a peaceful getaway, an unforgettable connection with nature and a place to recharge.
We are always available and welcome any suggestions.

Why they chose this property

Villa Estrella del Mar is a wonderful property that overlooks the Pacific ocean. We offer a variety of services additionally to booking the house. You can hire a chef to come and make meals for you, hire a masseuse to provide a massage outside, overlooking the ocean and knowing it is completely private. The house has security cameras outside the house.

We recommend users to run the dishwasher once it is full, be mindful of power, propane and water usage. Pick as many fruit as wanted, take care of the plants and use the pool at your risk, be smart and cautious. We will not be responsible for your actions.

Checking out list:
-Strip all bed sheets and leave in laundry room
-Place all used towels in the laundry room
-Run dishwasher and do not leave anything dirty in the sink
-If A/C are used, turn them off and open hinged windows
-Turn all lights and fans off
-Unplug toasted oven
-Turn propane tanks off (grill and house)
-Lock all doors

What makes this property unique

Perfect for relaxation, recharge, peace, connection with nature.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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