New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining
Up to 8 people can sleep in Villa Orchid- our deluxe, brand-new, 3-bedroom 3.5 bath luxury villa. You will have the entirety of this beautiful, spacious home for your private enjoyment. The fenced, gated, and 2WD-accessible villa has a private pool, parking, and is an easy 5-minute walk to Dominical Beach and an easy 8-minute walk to the shopping and dining area of Dominical. Dominical is host to many restaurants & bars, and a few local grocery stores, all within close walking distance from your villa. We are just 300 steps from one of the best surfing beaches in the country!
Two luxury homes make up the Gardens of Dominical complex: you are reading the listing for Villa Orchid. Check out our other listing, Villa Palm, here: VRBO 1754510. Alternatively, if you have a big group, you can rent both villas together to sleep up to 16: VRBO 1755143)
At Villa Orchid, we want you to feel safe and comfortable during your stay. The pool and the villa are private - just for you and your family or traveling companions.
Inside the beautiful Villa Orchid you will find comfortable and stylishly appointed living and dining areas plus a fully equipped kitchen. Each of the 3 private bedrooms has its own en suite bathroom. Open the fully retractable wall of glass doors & windows along the living room & kitchen to immerse yourself in the beautifully landscaped, spacious outdoor living area and enjoy the private pool! Our villa can be a great home base for your family, two or three couples, or a small group – let us know if your group is larger than 8 & we will work to accommodate your needs.
You'll enter Villa Orchid through the hand-made Costa Rican wood doors and instantly notice the 20-foot high custom cedar ceilings, the cool ceramic tiled floor, and the view out to the private pool through wall-to-wall accordion patio doors (which open fully to bring your tropical Costa Rican experience inside!).
Relax in the master bedroom on the handmade, king-size, Costa Rican cedar bed while gazing out at lush tropical gardens. You can step outside onto your private terrace to soak in the sounds of the toucans and macaws that visit the property! The en suite bath includes a huge walk-in shower, Bali sinks, granite vanity surface, and custom tile throughout. Custom night stands and bench at the foot of the bed – all handmade from Costa Rican wood – complete this serene retreat.
The two additional bedrooms include the same attention to detail and comfort as the master, both with cedar beds that were hand made locally. One bedroom has a queen bed, and one bedroom has 2 twin beds that can be converted to a single king bed on request. Each bedroom has its own private terrace and en suite bathroom with walk in shower and Bail-style sink. If needed, the sofa in the living room can be converted to a queen size bed upon request to accommodate additional guests.
In the living room, you will find gorgeous 20-foot cedar ceilings highlighting the space. Relax on the comfy sofa and arm chairs while you enjoy your downtime with TV (a 75” Smart TV with English and Spanish cable stations and Netflix included) or play some of the provided games around the custom coffee table made from a slice of Guanacaste tree trunk. You can open the accordion-style patio doors to fully experience the wonderful tropical weather and easy access to your private pool.
The dining room can seat up to 8 people to enjoy a family dinner or game night (or work, if you must). But make sure to appreciate the custom-designed table, masterfully handcrafted from a single piece of Guanacaste wood! Original art by Costa Rican artists adorns the walls in each room of the villa.
The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and custom Costa Rican wood cabinets. There are utensils, cutting boards, knives, pans, etc. to allow you to cook meals while you call the villa home. There’s also an open-air bar overlooking the pool area, making passing drinks to those in the pool area – and watching the kids! – even easier.
Outside, lounge by your private aquamarine pool in your choice of sun or shade. There is plenty of seating under the covered overhang and lounge chairs poolside for the sun lovers. The outdoor shower is surrounded by greenery to use if you come in straight from the beach (or if you just like being surrounded by nature!).
We’ve provided beach towels, chairs, straw mats, and coolers for you to take to the beach (Playa Dominical is just less than 300 steps away), where you can watch some of the most amazing sunsets seen in the North American hemisphere every night of your stay. Early risers can take a yoga mat to the beach for sunrise yoga, or stay by the pool to greet the day and immerse yourself in the Pura Vida lifestyle that makes Costa Rica so wonderful.
Need to work during your stay? We have fast internet at Villa Orchid to accommodate your remote-work needs.
What to Do Nearby: It is an easy 5-10 minute walk to the main downtown area of Dominical. There you’ll find numerous restaurants, shops, and local artists showcasing their work (some of which you can see on the walls of the villa you’re staying in!). You can enroll in surf lessons or Spanish immersion classes on the main street of Dominical, or take advantage of numerous types of tours. We can assist with your reservations and help you make your plans – just let us know what you’d like to do! Options for adventure lovers abound - you can go river tubing, zip-lining, horseback riding, ATV riding, whale watching, deep sea fishing, golfing, paragliding, parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, white water rafting, etc.
For those wanting a more relaxing activity, options like sunset cruises, nature, waterfall and bird-watching hikes, or trips to nearby national park Manuel Antonio are available.
Options to enhance your stay further: Schedule a Costa Rican dining experience in your villa on a night of your choosing; have us stock your refrigerator, pantry – and maybe your liquor cabinet! – in advance of your arrival to save you time and hassle; let us arrange your transportation to and from the airport in San Jose, or for your rental car if you choose to engage one for your stay at the villa.
Just let us know how we can help make this trip one to remember!
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About the area
Bahía Ballena
Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is near the beach. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Marino Ballena National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Travelling with kids? Consider Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Parque Reptilandia. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 61 min drive - 56.7 km
Getting around
Quepos (XQP) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Moromo - 10 min walk
Fuego Brew Company - 10 min walk
Restaurante La Parcela - 5 min drive
The Bakery - 9 min walk
Tortilla Flats - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is New Luxury Home, private pool! 300 steps to beach, 8 min. walk to bars & dining located?
This family-friendly Bahía Ballena holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Playa Dominical and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Hacienda Baru are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house was beautiful and so comfortable for our family. The location was amazing as a base to do activities nearby and the walk ability to shops and restaurants in Dominical was very convenient.
Absolutely wonderful place right in the heart of Dominical. Can easily walk to the beach, shops & restaurants in town. Amenities were great and everything you need for a great vacation was provided! Highly recommend!
Jeff P.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2024
Thank you for staying at Gardens of Dominical! Pura Vida!
The house was well stocked with everything needed and more, dish detergent, laundry pods, extra blankets, etc. It was well within walking distance of town. I would defintely stay there again!
It is a beautiful home. Great privacy and peaceful. The hosts were amazing and responsive to our requests. Thank you for such a wonderful stay in Dominical.
All the comforts of home, great location, loved the easy walk to the beach, town, and of course the kids loved the pool. Very responsive property manager, highly recommend it!
We have been staying in Dominical for the past 10 years - we usually stay further down the beach. This was our first time at this villa and it won’t be our last! The layout was perfect for our group - the outdoor area is great!! The kitchen had everything we needed - however we love to eat in town. We have already started our plans for next year.
Had a great time at this house in Dominical. We spent a week there. 2 min walk to the beach and 10 min to town. 1 min walk to supermarket. House is in pristine conditions and really well equipped with everything you need. Excellent beds and showers. Property managers are super friendly and always respond questions within minutes. 20 min drive to Uvita, Waterfalls, Horseback riding and many more things. Will stay there again if we go back to the area.
This is one of the few new homes in Dominical you don’t need a car, the beach and locals are main draw, but town restaurants, groceries, live entertainment to have a great visit.
Peggy E.
Stayed 45 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2021
Peggy and her friends were wonderful guests! Very nice people and treated the villa with lots of care.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Dominical. The house was exactly as described. Cris was super helpful with tours, transportation and any other needs we had during our stay. The house is amazing. It was super clean, the pool was a welcome relief from the heat and the home was within walking distance to the beach and the town. I would highly recommend staying at this great home.
Kristen V.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2023
Kristen, It was a pleasure! We hope to see you again in the future! Pura vida!
We stayed at Villa Orchid for 10 nights. 3 couples. The property was perfect for us and the location was fabulous! Communication with Cris and Esteban was excellent and property issues were dealt with promptly.
The house had everything we needed for cooking, linens etc. Would highly recommend this property.
Everything about our trip to Dominicale was perfect! This immaculate house is located steps from town and the beach. Jordan was very easy to contact if we needed him and was very helpful. I just can’t say enough about our wonderful experience.
Adaire P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2021
Super nice family and great guests to have at the villa. Would love to see them return.
We loved the house, the location and Dominical was beautiful. The property manager was super helpful and always quick to respond. We were all so impressed. The house had everything we needed. We definitely want to go back. Thank you for making our stay so perfect!
Mary Lynne M.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We look forward to hosting you in the future! Pura vida!
Have stayed in many different properties in many different countries, one of the best. Would come back again. And our host Jordan was as informative as attentive.
Thank You!
Ed B.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2021
Ed and his family are the best! Super nice family with great communication and they treated the house with lots of care. We hope to see them again soon.
This property was perfect for our group. No stairs to climb, spacious, and beautiful. Having a pool was great. Being just steps away from the ocean and restaurants was a great benefit also. We hired a chef for 3 meals. What a treat that was. Highly recommend.
We were ready for the complete house A/C when we arrived hot and tired from Arenal! 6 adults, 2 boys and 3 mo old baby loved the clean pool. Everyone enjoyed their bedrooms and great baths, the kitchen was fully furnished and had enough room for a couple cooks. Host Cris even provided cold bevs and a red wine waiting for us on arrival to enjoy, a nice touch.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2024
Thank you for staying at Gardens of Dominical! Pura Vida!
Beautiful property! In a very nice area to experience true Costa Rican hospitality! This is not Americanized, you learn so much from the people. True Pura Vida experience! Ocean is warm, people are kind, food is delicious, house is comfortable, our house host (Cris) was phenomenal! It can't get better!
Wendie C.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2022
Thank you for staying at Orchid Villa. It was a pleasure!
We loved our stay at Gardens of Dominical over the holiday break! I traveled with my family and it was the perfect place to rest in between our tours. Each bedroom had their own bathroom and air conditioning unit, which was ideal for customizing our own levels of comfort. The kitchen was fully stocked and had everything we needed to make meals. Cris was incredibly helpful in connecting us with local tour companies and transportation, and anything we needed was handled promptly by their property manager. The home was also in the perfect location for us as we could walk to the beach in 7 minutes and the town of Dominical was charming and laid back. Highly recommend staying here!
Jennifer E.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2024
Thank you for staying at Gardens of Dominical! Pura Vida!
If I could give our stay 10 stars I would. From the time we booked through our entire stay, everything was great. Jordan was very quick to respond to any inquiries I had before travel and checked in with us while we were on property. The location is amazing. So close to the beach and town. The house is gorgeous and had all the things we needed during our stay. The beach towels and a few things to use for the beach to use were a nice touch. The pool was so refreshing to jump in to after a day of exploring. We will be back for future visits for sure! Thank you for making our first visit to Costa Rica a memorable one.
For 3 couples, this was an ideal house - each couple had a very comfortable bedroom with their own complete washroom. The kitchen was well equipped and the manager was quick to respond to all requests. The pool was a must and was used several times a day. The air conditioning worked very well and was absolutely necessary given that temperatures reached 29 degrees daily. This house is also perfectly located in terms of proximity to the beach, shops and restaurants.
Overall, we were super happy with our stay in Dominical Gardens!!
JoAnne
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Thank you! We look forward to hosting you in the future!
The house was great! A true home away from home. Perfect location with all the amenities. We are a family of five and everyone loved the house. The kids enjoyed watching the two Iguanas outside every day and catching Geckos at night. The home is in a great location between beach and rain forest. This home is also close to many tourist areas - 300 steps to the beach and sort walk to many good restaurants. Jordan's communication was great before and during our stay. We accepted his offer to pick up a few groceries to ensure our arrival was easier. We never felt unsafe during our stay. Our departing flight was cancelled due to the Covid-19 outbreak and Jordan graciously allowed us to extend our reservation. Don't hesitate to book this house if you want the comforts of home in beautiful Costa Rica! Jordan - we pray you and your family and all of Costa Rica stay safe during this crazy pandemic.
Kristin B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2020
It was really a pleasure having Kristin and her family stay. They have super good energy, are responsible, respectful to the house, and the list goes on. Overall a wonderful family. I am so glad they enjoyed their trip and we wish to see them again soon! : )
About the host
Hosted by Cris Valverde
Cris Valverde, Property Manager Cristina and her family are originally from US and Costa Rica. She has lived in CR for over 35 years. She speaks fluent Spanish. It is Cristina’s role to serve as the property manager for Gardens of Dominical. If you have a question, she has the answer. If you want help planning an excursion, finding a place to have dinner, or to shop . . . let her know and she will be glad to assist. Cristina is ready to help you and your family or group have the vacation of a lifetime while at the Gardens of Dominical. Pura vida!
Why they chose this property
The owners of this beautiful property are from Kentucky in the USA – and you might wonder why they chose to build a vacation rental in Costa Rica . . . so here's their story! Have you ever watched House Hunters International? Like many of you, they do – and in the winter of 2012 they watched a show featuring Dominical, Costa Rica. And they were hooked! They contacted the real estate firm featured in the show and connected with Jordan Loesser, an agent in the office. They made about six trips to Costa Rica over the next six years, looking at properties in different areas of the country, but particularly in the Dominical area. They finally decided, like Goldilocks, that Dominical was “just right” for them, found a lot near the beach in Dominical and made the commitment to build.
What makes this property unique
The owners feel like the Gardens of Dominical villas are a perfect retreat for themselves and for anyone else interested in being located near the heart of Dominical, the beach, and all that this part of Costa Rica has to offer. It’s their goal for you and your group or family to experience the magic that is Costa Rica while enjoying a luxury stay in our villas. Your home base is less than 300 steps (seriously, we clocked it on FitBit!) from Playa Dominical, one of the best surfing beaches in the country - and the greatest show around each night at sunset when the sky becomes magical. You are a short 5 to 10 minute easy walk into Dominical, a laid-back surfing town that has many fantastic bars and restaurants, shopping and other services to make your stay with us memorable. We've worked hard and paid attention to every detail to make sure that the villa has everything that you need and will provide maximum comfort for your stay.
Our property manager, Jordan Loesser, is not only your contact for all questions but also serves as your concierge. Do you want to arrange travel to and from the San Jose or Quepos airport? Set up a rental car once you get to Dominical? Line up a private chef for a personal Costa Rican cooking experience in the villa during your stay? Jordan can arrange for horseback riding to the waterfalls, a nature hike, deep sea fishing, golf, whale watching (seasonal), surf lessons . . . whatever you want to do!
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