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Private Cottage Nestled in the Jungle, Above the Rocky Shore.

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Casa Selva in its jungle setting.
Interior of Casa Selva.
Private porch surrounded by jungle, looking down on the ocean below.
The dull roar of the ocean will sooth you to sleep.
Cozy evenings.
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Sea viewSea viewSea view

Explore the area

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Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationAlturas Wildlife Sanctuary8 min drive
  • Popular LocationHacienda Baru11 min drive
  • Popular LocationNauyaca Waterfalls23 min drive
  • AirportPalmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Other (See Description)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Private Cottage Nestled in the Jungle, Above the Rocky Shore.

The dream of finding that private spot, nestled in the jungle among nature and wildlife, is fulfilled by a stay in Casa Selva at Osa Vistas. Sit on the porch overlooking the Pacific shoreline, whitewater playing on the rocks below. Watch the toucans and a myriad of bird life pass right by. White face and Howler monkey's, sloths and pizotes are frequently seen passing through the canopy overhead.

The villa is removed from the hustle and bustle, not only of 'back home', but the feeling of being removed from the world is palpable. Numerous guests have commented on the 'therapeutic affect' of Casa Selva. You truly unwind here. You can enjoy solitude on your balcony or visit our porch/pool area to exchange adventure stories. Because there is only one other rental casa on our property it is always an intimate gathering! When we are not available, and the guests ask for a referral to something similar, we are hard-pressed to come up with the answer. There simply isn't one.

From Casa Selva you can drive 15 minutes to either the world famous surf town of Dominical, or the thriving community of Uvita, complete with grocery stores, banks, ATMs, pharmacies, etc. Numerous sites and activities are all around: horseback waterfall tours, whale and dolphin tours, sport fishing, turtle vigilance, diving, surfing, ATV tours, animal sanctuary, the list goes on. Or, how about some quiet time on your porch with a good book? A stay at Casa Selva includes access to the pool, which overlooks the entire southern coastline all the way to the Osa Peninsula...hence our property name!



Keywords: honeymoon, romantic getaway, jungle hideaway, additional jungle villas available if needed. Secluded in nature for privacy, but close enough to beaches, surfing, waterfalls, horseback riding, zip-lining, nature reserves, fabulous restaurants and spas, snorkeling and scuba, etc...

Property manager

Diane Connors
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Sea view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Punta Uvita 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dominical, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 8 min drive
  • Hacienda Baru - 11 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 12 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 19 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sibu - 14 min drive
  • Coco's Restaurant - 14 min drive
  • Fuego Brew Company - 14 min drive
  • Cafe Mono Congo - 13 min drive
  • Los Barriles - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Cottage Nestled in the Jungle, Above the Rocky Shore. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

A little gem in the jungle
We stayed at Casa Selva for 4 nights and were not disappointed. I would say that this property ranks as one of my favourites for its uniqueness and character. The house is compact but has such a wonderful location in the jungle with the sea in the distance. With an open-air feel to the property, it felt like we were so close to the nature around us but still with the comfort of a home. We really enjoyed the shower with the jungle view! Day & night we could here all the jungle sounds with the soothing sea in the background. During our stay we were visited by the Howler monkeys which swang in the trees above our balcony and the beautiful toucans flying around. Later on in our trip we visited Manuel Antonio National Park & actually realised we had seen more on our doorstep of Casa Selva! The property has a great hillside location between Uvita & Dominical so it was easy to get to the wonderful beaches, waterfalls, Alturas wildlife sanctuary, dive centre, supermarkets & restaurants close by. Finally, I would like to say Diane & Peter were wonderful, friendly hosts who were, from start to finish, extremely helpful with any questions regarding our stay. I will also miss their beautiful cat & dog who entertained me by the pool. Thanks for a fantastic stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, Pacific Ocean and forest
Waking up in the morning was awesome, as the jungle was coming to life. The last day we were able to get photos of a Macaw in a tree very close to the porch (where we sat every morning an enjoyed our morning coffee) and I captured the sound of a Howler Monkey who had been making noises all morning. Unfortunately, we never did see itthough each day it was closer to us than the day before.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in the tree house.
Our memories of staying in Dominical will be the sights and sounds of living in the jungle. We always wanted to be back in the treehouse at dusk and dawn when the jungle was most lively. Got to watch the howler monkeys go by and saw many toucans.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Robin C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Little Place - Budget Friendly
Great place if you are looking for a place to stay on a budget. The pool and the view from the pool were awesome! Could have used a few more lights along the pathway to the house. and near the parking area. All in all a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jungle retreat
Great experience overall. Diane and Peter are very friendly and helpful. There are plenty restaurants and beaches just a short drive away. The sights and sounds of nature were incredible.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Diane Connors

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Why they chose this property

We did one long trip thru Costa Rica & fell in love with this area in particular & thought it would appeal to other travelers like us so, here we are! We really love and enjoy, the hospitality biz so now we live and work at what we love to do. Peter spends hours in the gardens, he loves to plant things that grow unbelievably quickly! We're here to help with what ever the guests may need & yet give you total privacy at your casita.

What makes this property unique

This is a place to let your hair down, relax and enjoy nature. Because we are so close to the jungle (indeed we have a large amount on our property), you will see more wildlife here than in other rentals. Both howler & white faced monkeys frequently use our trees as a path from one valley to another.

You can conveniently do as much or as little as you like while you're here. It's a very central location for the area.
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