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Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!

Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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True indoor/outdoor living, one-of-a kind architectural design!
No... it's not photo-shopped, zoomed, enhanced or anything!
Modern kitchen complete with everything you need.
Won't miss out on anything while dining.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6246.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dominical, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Playa Dominicalito
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dominicalito Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

exterior

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!

Are you looking for a vacation home to get really excited about? Welcome to Flying Toucans where the sights and sounds of wildlife, open-air indoor/outdoor tropical living and unforgettable views have all been captured in one special place.
Enjoy reading our guests reviews about this luxurious Costa Rican Villa situated on a unique, picturesque point on the southern Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. With lots of surrounding tropical landscaping, you'll have exclusive privacy to enjoy your home in peace...with the exception of some chatty visitors. Yes, the monkeys and the toucans call out to you at any time without first introducing themselves.
Location, Location, Location!
Superbly located in Costa Rica's exclusive Maritime Zone (situated within 200 meters of the shoreline), Flying Toucans is one of the very few luxury home rentals in the area that is on the ocean side of the main coastal road. This unique location affords up close breathtaking views of jungle-clad mountains, sandy beaches, and the tranquil Pacific Ocean with quick, level, convenient 2wd access all year long. If you like beaches, you are in luck as we have an abundance nearby. From the villa, take a hike down to the point and discover two secluded beaches (one with its own 35' waterfall) or jump in your car and within five minutes be exploring miles of uncrowded footstep-free sandy beaches.
The living and dining rooms offer the romance of open-air tropical living, blending the comforts of home with the nearness of wildlife. The living room or kitchen are great central locations to gather and enjoy all that Flying Toucans has to offer. Plenty of seating for everyone. Don't be surprised at the abundant hummingbird and butterfly population.
The large fully-equipped kitchen, with its' beautiful custom cabinetry, and casual eating area is integrated with the living room, pool and views beyond. Whip up a smoothie or a six course meal...your choice.
Did we mention the pool? Once in, you'll never get out of this infinity-edge pool. Just three steps from the villa, the turquoise tile blends into the dazzling coastline and the popular Uvita 'Whale's Tail', a unique place to walk and explore. It overlooks Ballena (which means 'whale') beach National Marine Park so keep your eyes open for Humpback whales and Bottle-Nosed dolphins in the bay during whale season.
There is a half bath downstairs, outdoor shower as well as laundry room with full-sized washer and dryer.
Two well-furnished air-conditioned master suites are located upstairs, all enclosed. (King bed in one, Queen and Double in other). Each of the suites incorporates the use of local precious hardwoods for the doors, cabinets and vaulted ceilings. Relax in the comfort of air conditioning or open the windows and let the ocean breezes in. Too comfortable to get out of bed? Fine, enjoy the views from your pillow!... now if you could just get someone to bring you breakfast...hmmmm.
Spacious bathrooms feature tumbled Colombian limestone showers and an openness that continues to let the outdoors in while providing all the privacy needed.
You will also love taking advantage of the spacious terrace upstairs. It's perfect for wildlife viewing, whale watching, stargazing, photography, sunrises and sunsets, or just dozing off in the comfy hammock. Surrounding the villa are exotic heliconias, a variety of fragrant gingers, exotic palms, birds-of-paradise, fruit trees etc... not only for your enjoyment but to attract our fine feathered friends. Discover a tropical fruit you've never tasted before or sniff a flowery scent like Chanel #5 from the Ylang Ylang trees. Where is it coming from?
Have you been searching for just the perfect vacation holiday in paradise? Eureka, you've found it! We invite you to stay in our home and experience it all!
:) John and Mary Reilly
Hana, Maui, HI

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside of home
Christmas 2025 is 7 nts. set check-in Wednesday December 20th, check out on the 27th. New Years' Week 2025/2026 is Wed. Dec. 27th - Wed. January 3rd
Reservation requests that leave an unbookable gap in schedule may be asked to readjust dates before acceptance
We can adjust minimum nights required depending on circumstances. Send us an inquiry with your request.

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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Parque Reptilandia are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dominical, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Dominicalito Beach - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Playa Dominical - 11 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Uvita Beach - 16 min drive - 13.8 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Don't Miss This Oceanfront Luxury Villa Wow...What a View! located?

This Bahía Ballena holiday home is on the beach, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Playa Dominicalito and Dominicalito Beach. Playa Hermosa and Playa Dominical are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 145 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 145 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 145 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 145 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Turbo 2.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property, the owner, and the property manager were all INCREDIBLE! I really can’t say enough to describe how wonderful EVERYTHING was. No need to look anywhere else! This is the property you want to book! And these are the owners you want to stay with! You will not be disappointed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

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

Amazing place in the world

We have traveled extensively- but never Costa Rica. This place was by far our favorite and when we return to Costa Rica we will skip all other places. Everything that makes CR great is right there at flying toucans. It is truly a wonderful home. Saw more wildlife there than on any paid tours. Owners couldn’t possibly be more helpful and accommodating. The great reviews are accurate and it’s even better when you get there! We hope to be back!! My teen and tween loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis G.

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

Of course the view!

View and location are amazing! Small price to pay is the noise from the nearby Highway 34 at night coming from trucks using their jake brake. Otherwise highly recommended. Great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy L.

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

Eden

Costa Rican experience! Beautiful and lively with wildlife. Sunrise to sunsets spectacular. Hike to the beach great workout! Outdoor living and indoor sleeping! Miss it already!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

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

Words cannot describe!

We had the most fantastic stay on Costa Rica at this home. Our family has stayed at lots of rental homes and this was far beyond anything you’ve ever experienced before. It was so peaceful and relaxing, and we were happy to just hang out and enjoy. We did do a couple of trips to the waterfalls, and down to the beach, but honestly, I love just hanging out in the yard. Each morning, I woke up early at about 5:15 AM listening to the sounds of the jungle and enjoying my morning coffee with the sunrise. Twice, we had some monkey visitors and we also got to see some other critters as well. I could go back there next week and spend more time at this house, I would in a heartbeat!! I’ve thought about this home every day since returning home to Maryland.So grateful for my time at flying toucans! Thank you so much, John!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Absolute Paradise

I booked this property as a surprise birthday trip for my wife and cannot overstate how incredible it was. The pictures hardly do it justice as the view is absolutely incredible and the layout of the house and outdoor area will literally melt all stresses away. From the minute we arrived we were immersed in the wildlife and the very best Costa Rica has to offer. From the capuchin monkeys to the secretive sloth to the ever present toucans, this property has it all. The house has anything you will need and the infinity pool is beyond words. You'll probably be tempted to spend most of your time admiring the view from the pool, but just a short drive up or down the coast and you will find incredible beaches, great restaurants, and great people (highly recommend Marino Ballena at low tide). The owner, John, is extremely attentive, helpful, and responsive in all communications and will make you feel at home during your stay in paradise. Thank you, John, for your gracious hosting and fantastic property, it was truly a vacation of a lifetime.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natashia K.

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

Widescreen panoramic view of paradise

Great house. The bedrooms stay nice and cool. The living room has a fabulous view. We loved the town of dominical for restaurants. We saw many monkeys, toucans, birds, coati and agouti. We thought we would explore the area much more but it was nice to just sit and enjoy the property. My only complaints which are minor is we found the bedding not to be the most comfortable but that’s a personal preference. And the photos on website were taken a while ago. Trees have grown in surrounding the pool and view. We did not have sunrises or sunsets since you only get those views certain months of the year. Still a fabulous house. Phenomenal host who is very helpful, responsive and probably THE best owner we have ever dealt with.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

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

Amazing family vacation

We had a wonderful time at Flying Toucans! The owners were responsive, the views were spectacular, and the wildlife was unreal. My son especially liked the early morning monkey watching. It’s a trip we will always remember!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M., Graham WA

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

Fantastic house and view. A must stay.

Flying Toucans is a little slice of Heaven. Very beautiful property and lots of animals visiting. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick P.

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

Flying Toucans is the best!

Flying Toucans has the wow factor in spades! The view is spectacular, and the property is totally private and provides the height of comfort in all respects.We didn't see the sloth, but were visited daily by a troop of Capuchin monkeys, families of couti and agouti. And toucans, vultures, pelicans and other birds were plentiful. Our kids had an experience they'll always remember. The beaches are superb, and close by. Local food is delicious. The hosts were extremely helpful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Wonderful property great location

Great linens. Location views and wild life! John really wants you to have an incredible stay and will do all things in his power to make that happen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

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

Incredible Property

Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Flying Toucans. I doubt there’s anything else I can say that hasn’t already been said. Booking this property is a no brainer. Worth the drive there and every penny spent.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Heavenly

Gorgeous home with spectacular views, exciting wildlife and great management
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barry E., Newport, Wales

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

A week of blissful relaxation

Beautiful home with wonderful ambience and fantastic views. Great communication and the owners really cared that we had a first-rate experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B., Boone, NC

Beautiful place!

We enjoyed our stay at Flying Toucans! The pool, the view and the wild life were plenty enough entertainment for us. We were just there to relax, as we've been to Costa Rica several times. There are several excellent restaurants nearby and plenty of fresh fruit ti buy to snack on and/or have for breakfast. You will not regret booking this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Wayne M.

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

Perfect Costa Rican vacation!

The Flying Toucans is an exceptionally well thought out property with a spectacular location, amazing views of the coastline down to Marino Ballena and an incredible veranda and pool to enjoy the views, the sunsets and the daily animal visits! John, the owner, is a delightfully attentive host! We had such a hard time leaving this blissful property and hope to return again soon!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

RANDY W.

Fantastic experience!

Great home in a perfect location! We had so many animals visit I stopped taking pictures of them unless they were doing something "unusual". The house was perfect and I look forward to going back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Surely one of the most beautiful places on earth!

There may be other places that are just as beautiful as Flying Toucans but when combined with the constant parade of wildlife and the quiet and peaceful setting, we think it is unbeatable. We have read, and wholeheartedly agree, with all the other positive comments from past guests. Our stay was for the Month of February, 2013.

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

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

February/March 2020 stay

We very much enjoyed the property especially the large covered terrace overlooking the pool, ocean and mountains in the distance. I always wonder if the online photos will be accurate but in this case they were! The property is remote but we liked that aspect of it. The views and the proximity to nature/wildlife around the home made the stay very memorable.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lenny A., Cleveland, OH

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

Amazing villa with a breathtaking view

The villa was very clean and well taken care of, down to the smallest detail. John was very easy to reach and was incredibly helpful during our entire stay. The pictures online are nice, but you don't get the full effect until you get there. It is a picturesque slice of paradise. We had an amazing time and would absolutely love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Week

Our stay at the Flying Toucans was amazing. We saw howler monkeys, white faced monkeys, sloths,squirrels,toucans, and numerous kinds of hummingbirds all from the fantastic pool. Daryl the manager met us at the Villa and he was great. It was a perfect week no problems at all.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Perfect slice of Heaven

Too many great things to say about this property!!! The setup of the rooms, the most comfortable beds ever, the best communication and information provided (I loved the little map to get to the beach below!), and the natural wildlife!!!! Three different types of monkeys visited us during our short stay on different days. First were the Howler monkeys, then the spider monkeys, then the white-faced monkeys that included a mom with a baby on her back!!! Toucans, butterflies, Coati, and others. It rained almost every day but sometimes only a drizzle and it was still magical!!!!! The mornings and early afternoons were very nice and the rain at night was relaxing. I can’t wait to book again to bring my family to the property!!!! Perfect in every way!!! Thank you for the experience!!! ~Lisa
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shana T.

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

Perfect!

This property could not have been more fabulous! We have traveled all over the world and this particular location had the absolute best views from every area of the house. Our kids (17, 17, and 18) also gave it a 10! The host was so thoughtful and kind. One of our kids had an issue with their eye, and he helped us get the help we needed quickly. He saved us a lot of time, money, and hassle. We were very excited to see all kinds of wildlife right on the property. Don’t hesitate to book this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MikeD

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

Jungle Seclusion with a world class view!

This one of a kind property has wildlife everywhere. While sitting on the front patio viewing the Pacific Ocean waves crashing on the shore, we had coatimindis, raccoons, white faced monkeys, howler monkeys, toucans, all come for a visit. The wildlife was spectacular, and it was frequent. The view from the pool is what dreams are made of. This is a special place!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Paradise Valley

We stayed on the beach in zancudo for two and a half weeks , beautiful spot on the beach , did all the usual things like fishing , tours , hiking, zip lining , while it was awesome, We could not wait to stay at John’s house , we loved the peace and beauty and crazy wild life all around us , we have traveled to many different VBO , This house hits the mark on all levels, Comfortable beds , great kitchen , unbelievable wildlife and stunnng architectural design , You will be so comfortable and appreciative of the beauty that surrounds you , John helped us find a local place to buy fish , it was 5 min away , We had Tuna and prawns and snapper all week , We never left except to replenish our supply’s . We did check out a few beaches., You are close to everything but it feels like you are in your one tropical island. Totally rent this . I just hope I can rent again next year . Great week but not long enough . We also had the chance to see the green flash as the sun set , and we also had a beautiful rainbow one day . Thank you John &Mary your house will leave lasting memories for all of us Michelle & Peter
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by John and Mary Reilly, box 411, Hana, Maui, HI

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Greetings from our villa called we call "Flying Toucans" We first visited Costa Rica on our honeymoon. Having both lived on Maui for many years and traveled extensively, we were interested in a new exotic adventure within a safe environment. We had researched the country thoroughly prior to our visit and concluded that Costa Rica fit all of our criteria. After exploring the various regions of the country, meeting many "Ticos" and having a delightful time we knew we were destined to relocate. As it happened we discovered this one-of-a-kind "WOW" piece of property and bought it! This set in motion our plans to relocate. We made the move and actually lived in a tent on the property while designing Flying Toucans. This allowed us to understand how best to showcase the awesome views, breezes, landscape and wildlife while combining luxury with tropical living. Now that Flying Toucans has become a reality, we offer to share it with you. We believe we have created a truly unique spot for you to call your "Wow" home. If you have been searching and looking for that special destination you will never forget, you have found it! Hope to see you here soon,
:) John and Mary Reilly,
Maui HI

Why they chose this property

Carefully compare the views, the privacy, the pool, the open air living design, the abundant wildlife, proximity to the ocean, easy 2wd access, safe environment, no bothersome bugs....read the reviews, but don't wait too long to decide as the calendar fills well in advance!

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