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Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific!

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A bedroom with a large bed, a view of a pool, and a door leading to an outdoor area.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, large windows, and a ceiling fan.
An entrance to a property named 'CASA CECILIA' with a view of the outdoors.
A thatched-roof structure surrounded by dense foliage and a winding pathway.
An infinity pool with a view of the ocean and trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Dominical, Provincia de Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Dominicalito
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dominicalito Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this villa is in the mountains and near the beach. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Playa Dominicalito reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Uvita Arts Center and Parque Reptilandia are also worth visiting.
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Dominical, Provincia de Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Dominicalito Beach - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Playa Dominical - 14 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Catarata uvita - 21 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bakery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Moromo - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Falafel Uvita - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific!?

As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific! on 8 June 2027 start from NZ$1,764, 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 Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

How much is parking at Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Cecilia: Gem of the Pacific! located?

Situated by the ocean, this villa is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Playa Dominicalito and within 6 miles (10 km) of Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Dominicalito Beach. Hacienda Baru and Playa Hermosa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great experience! House was amazing. If I return to Costa Rica I’m staying at Casa Cecelia! Couldn’t have been any better.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of the positive reviews are accurate and Massi and Sylvia were very responsive to our needs as we had some travel delays. We had a great stay, no issues whatsoever.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great house and Massi and team were great.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House was beautiful in a very convenient location. only complaint we had was the amount of traffic on the road due to the housing construction up the road from our location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home with spectacular view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Expansive Views

Expansive views of the ocean, large infinity pool. Enjoyed our stay and well located for all the activities we wanted to do during our stay. Host was very responsive to our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Reat

This was perfect getaway, and 3 year old learned to swim here!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Views

Loved our stay at Casa Cecilia. Massi, Adrienne and Silvia were extremely helpful and hospitable during our stay. The house was comfortable and well-stocked, clean, and the outdoor living space has the best views and a huge pool. Great location, in between Dominical and Uvita.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible View and property

We have never had a more beautiful view of the Pacific in such a private peaceful setting. It was hard to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely dreamy. The house itself is comfortable with all the amenities and kitchen supplies you’ll need for your visit. The location is unparalleled, and if your goal is to see wildlife and especially birds, you can’t do better. Sloths, howler monkeys, dozens of bird species, frogs, snakes, bugs…immerse yourself in the forest! 4x4 car is absolutely required and the driveway is an adventure, but the casa is close to the main road compared to many other rentals yet far enough that you don’t hear the (loud) highway. Hosts were very attentive and purchased new beach towels and yoga mats at our request, so the home is even better stocked now. Our family plans to return next year.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning View

This property has a beautiful patio and pool and the view is breathtaking. The property is well appointed and had everything we needed. I do recommend to bring shampoo and conditioner. Great location with many places to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home, very clean & comfortable, it was well prepared for our arrival. View is amazing and pool is perfect! Thorough check-in instructions. Security made us feel safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

We were super happy with everything and Massi our host was very responsive. The Casa is truly "in the jungle" and the wildlife did not disappoint. The place is well appointed and has everything you need to enjoy the space properly. Scala the restaurant just up the hill was really great. Will definitely consider a return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Costa Rica Vacation

Casa Cecilia was just as pictured in the photos, beautiful view and home. Well stocked for everyday needs during stay, allowed us to grill one meal for dinner even! We were able to see monkeys, toucans, and parrots every morning during our stay which was incredible. Overall great house and experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Wildlife was amazing!

Beautiful area. Not too far off main highway. Nice view of ocean. Sloths, monkeys, birds, blue morfs and other wildlife right at our door! Pool is so nice and big, and mostly in the shade. House was lovely and so was the outdoor living spaces!! Housecleaners did a wonderful job for us
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2025
Thank you Barbie! I guess the one star was a mistake then? Thanks :-) Massi
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Have stayed at a number of properties around Dominical and can report this is a particularly charming one. The villa has exquisite design…not new, probably 20 years old, but very well maintained and clean…not opulent, but very well appointed with all you could need. The setting is stunning…unlike villas higher up which tend to overlook the rainforest, this one is immersed within it. The large pool deck has sweeping view to the ocean with jungle vegetation in the foreground and surrounding. The villa is directly on the Escaleras road, but high walls, landscaping and vehicular gate make for total visual privacy. The only problem is this is the busiest mountain road we’ve ever seen, with vehicles passing every minute…including some heavy construction equipment grinding up to some higher building site… the noise of which can occasionally intrude on the otherwise total natural vibe.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

We had a great time at Casa Cecilia. The house was equipped with everything we needed. We enjoyed the pool. The location was great, enjoyed how secluded it was yet not too far from the near by towns and restaurants. Highly recommend to book this house if you’re looking to get away and have some privacy. We also saw some wildlife from the pool, monkey, toucans, lizards, geckos, and frogs. We also enjoyed the sounds of nature when sitting outside and at night. We would happily book Casa Cecilia again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bedt view ever!

This house had the best view ever by far. .The location was great and I highly recommend the management company. The house however needs alot of work. The bamboo ceiling was infested and fesces (geckos?)and bug carcases were on the beds counter and floor daily as well as pieces of black plastic that lined the space between the ceiling and roof. We did not report this until we left because we knew the management company would get right on it and we would have workers there during our month long stay . The pool is fabulous but also needs work and the furniture is stained. Having said all that there was a ton of wildlife! Monkeys, Tucans, dart frogs! The view, wildlife and location made it all worth it to us.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House with Incredible Views

We stayed at Casa Cecelia for three nights. This stunning property has lots of space. The pool is large, and there is a lot of outdoor furniture, where we spent most of our time. The AC worked well, and the showers were nice with good water pressure. The kitchen was fully stocked; we had everything to make a meal. At first, the alarm system seemed daunting, but it was not difficult after doing it the first time. It helped us to feel safe. One thing I want to mention is that I read some reviews about gecko poop and bugs. The house is in the jungle; you will have some poop and bugs in the cleanest of homes. When we arrived, the house was very clean. However, I swept the floors daily to keep them clean. I didn't mind this, as it was a small price to pay to stay in a beautiful house in the jungle. Enjoy the macaws flying in the distance and the sounds of the howler monkeys.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Tranquility/Serenity We Needed

For 30 days, Casa Cecilia provided our family with the peace & serenity we sought! The groundskeeper, house cleaning staff, gardener, & pool cleaner maintained the property weekly. The property managers, Adriano & Massi, quickly established open communications & were available to address our questions. Before your arrival, it will save you & them a lot of time & allow for a smoother transition if you read the entire information packet they provide. I failed to do so, which resulted in me reaching out to them a lot in the first 48 hours. Nonetheless, they were gracious & available no matter the time of day/night, for what could have quickly been resolved by me had I taken the time to read their literature. Fortunately for me, we arrived at Casa Cecilia slightly before check-in & met the property manager, Adriano! He was extremely supportive & showed us around the entire grounds. We really appreciated that personal touch!! The site is beautiful, just as depicted in the photographs & the memories we shared at Casa Cecilia & throughout the Escaleras Village Community. Living high up in the mountains, that you can watch the treetops to find a 3-toed sloth, watch the Toucan birds & Iguanas visiting the backyard fruit-bearing Palm trees for a meal, listen to the sounds of the Howler Monkies, or be amazed by the sizes of bugs & insects & the quiet, & the beauty & serenity of all the above while watching the magnificent ocean in the distance from the pools deck consider his location!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Beautiful House But Seriously Flawed, Horrible Time

Casa Cecilia is beautiful, but seriously flawed.(FYI I have never before written a review of less than 5 stars) Throughout our 4 nights there we were unable to sleep, even with earplugs. This was because of a constant bombardment of something hitting the metal roof. By my count, 6-8 per hour, all day and night of BAM, BAM, BAM. My wife thought one of them was a gunshot, they were so loud. We tried anouther bedroom, but the AC unit was too loud. The manager sent a crew out to put a plastic tarp over the roof but it didn't work. They tried again on the last night and it was a partial sucess, reducing the noise by half. The home is very close to the road which has constant travel on it. We were unlucky on three days, having constant cement trucks and dump trucks traveling loudly, sounding like they were pulling into the yard. Moorcycles and other vehicles start at 6:30 am and taper off about 6:30 pm. Not much serenity to be had. The instructions on how to set up the house alarm were over the top demonstrative leaving us with the conclusion this home has been broken into more than once. The host offered us no reply when asked about it. There is no view of a sunset though the posted photos show there is. The pool gets no sun, it takes sometime to get used to the cold water. Black plastic falls from the ceiling. We asked for a refund but were ghosted. Bad Exoerience Don't RecommendWally
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 April 2025
Of course when you rent a house in the jungle there can be sounds of nature, like seeds falling on that side of the roof for some days. Guests before you did not mention them at all. Sometimes there are morning birds, or hawler monkeys. Should we kill them? The tree you mentioned has been now removed, but you did not want to sleep in the other silent room and the lound A/C is just an excuse. You even asked us to warm up the pool....absurd. And if I did not answer you about break-ins is because I was just tired of you. Last, you threatened us to write a bad review if we hadn't given you a refund, but there was no reason for a refund, you stayed for the whole time and money for review is not as it works. We are fair people, and do share your style. The good thing is that you are not welcome anymore in any of our properties, I hope your attitude towards future travels will be nicer than this.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view band outdoor space was outstanding. We felt very safe, and had all the necessary amenities. Mossi was quick to reply during all communication. The beach chairs and outdoor clothesline were nice additions.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2026
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