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Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town

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Terrace/patio
Pool
Pool
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Playa Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Place, Playa Dominical
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Place, Hacienda Baru
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town

Views for Days Above Dominical Beach

Perched just 200 meters from the Pacific, this three-bedroom, three-bath home is the perfect blend of comfort and authentic Costa Rica. With sweeping 180° views, Casa Mira Mar hovers over the waves of Dominical Beach and offers a front-row seat to unforgettable sunsets. The house sits just outside the cool surfer town of Dominical, known for its laid-back vibe, great waves, and lively local scene.

The Location

From the house, you’re minutes from Playa Dominical and Playa Dominicalito, less than 5 minutes from the Hacienda Baru Wildlife Refuge, and only 20 minutes from the famous Whale’s Tail National Park. Manuel Antonio National Park makes an easy 45-minute day trip, while Corcovado and the Osa Peninsula are close enough for a weekend adventure.

The Home

The heart of the house is the spacious covered deck, where guests naturally gather to lounge, dine, or just soak up the views. Downstairs, an outdoor patio offers another ocean-facing perch for watching the sunset with a drink in hand. A small private pool provides a refreshing spot to cool off between beach trips.
Inside, the home features two full kitchens stocked for cooking tropical meals, and furnishings crafted from locally made hardwoods that add warmth and character. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, and from every bed you can wake to the sound of waves and a panoramic view of the ocean.

Family-Friendly & Relaxed

Perfect for families, couples, or friends, the upstairs deck is fully baby-proofed, and the lush yard is filled with mango, citrus, coconut palms, and flowers. Wildlife is abundant, from colorful parakeets to monkeys who love the papayas.

Beaches & Access

While the beach is a short walk down the hill and across the street, we recommend driving unless you’re sure-footed, as the gravel road is steep. Within minutes you’ll find multiple beaches where you can park under shady sea almond trees and watch the surf roll in.
This is not luxury — it’s authentic Costa Rica at its best. A relaxed, family-friendly home base with views for days, surf town charm, and adventure all around.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please contact us about bringing a pet
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please message Cehilyn to let her know that you have left.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
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

About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the ocean. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Dominical, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 17 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Uvita Beach - 24 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 52 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moromo - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Junta - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town?

As of 6 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town on 10 May 2026 start from NZ$308, 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 Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Views for Days – Ocean Casita Near Surfer Town located?

This family-friendly Bahía Ballena holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 10-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).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice private location, great ocean views, hosts provide timely communication. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was great - host checking in regularly and always willing to help. View was amazing and bathroom with each room was a nice plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joe e.

great

perfect for my family
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Wonderful

We loved Miramar. The view was fabulous, we could see the beach below, and the sunsets were wonderful. Jane was very helpful for advice about Costa Rica in general and how to reach the house from San Jose. Edwin was always available, even when we arrived late at night. He had great suggestions for activities, and also came immediately when we had a problem with hot water. Although there was a road below, it did not disturb us. The pool was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

love it! can't wait to go back!

I spent a week at the Beach Bungalow in July. It is hard to narrow down the best thing about the house..... but if I had to, it would be LOCATION. You can hear and see the waves crashing from the bedrooms. Sitting on the deck, drinking coffee, and doing yoga was the perfect way to start the morning. The town of Dominical has a safe and fun feel to it..... loved surfing and drinking fruit smoothies at the traditional "soda". This house felt like the perfect 'home base' for adventuring. We went to nauyaca falls, the whales tail (soo beautiful), hikes in the mountains, poza azul, and manuel antonio national park. The bungalow was clean with beautiful hardwood furniture, and an artistic feel. ryan, the owner, is knowledgable and really easy to work with. He was really helpful in preparing us for our trip. We are already dreaming about our next trip to the beach bungalow. I would recommend this house to anyone looking to unwind, or head out for an epic adventure!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

beautiful house... amazing location

I spent a week at the Beach Bungalow in July. It is hard to narrow down the best thing about the house..... but if I had to, it would be LOCATION. You can hear and see the waves crashing from the bedrooms. Sitting on the deck, drinking coffee, and doing yoga was the perfect way to start the morning. The town of Dominical has a safe and fun feel to it..... loved surfing and drinking fruit smoothies at the traditional "soda". This house felt like the perfect 'home base' for adventuring. We went to nauyaca falls, the whales tail (soo beautiful), hikes in the mountains, poza azul, and manuel antonio national park. The bungalow was clean with beautiful hardwood furniture, and an artistic feel. ryan, the owner, is knowledgable and really easy to work with. He was really helpful in preparing us for our trip. We are already dreaming about our next trip to the beach bungalow. I would recommend this house to anyone looking to unwind, or head out for an epic adventure!
Archival

8/10 Good

Vickie P.

Lovely View, Great Home

This is not your typical sit around the house and watch TV home. It's great for sleeping, light cooking and sitting on the deck to watching the surf but does not have a central living room. We really didn't need one though because we were usually out enjoying the culture. When we did want to regroup, watching the ocean from the deck was wonderful, even into the evening. There are 3 bathrooms with showers which made it nice for all of us to have our own. The beds were comfortable and very clean. The A/C worked great and were glad we had it. Edwin, the house manager, was terrific to work with. Anything we needed and more he was available to help. He spoke great English too. The house came with a landline phone which was available to use for local calls. The neighbors were great and we felt very safe. It is only a 5 minute walk to the beach but the driveway is extremely steep so you have to be in pretty good shape to walk up it. We choose to drive it. The thing I liked most about this home was the privacy of each of the rooms from each other. It's a great place to share with other couples.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Pamela R.

Perfect spot for a relaxing beach vacation!

Casa Miramar was the perfect place to kick off our honeymoon! We spent a week there relaxing, recharging and enjoying all of the beautiful sights in the Dominical area. The house itself is the perfect place to relax, we spent many hours sitting on the deck watching the ocean and enjoying meals and snacks that we prepared using the fully stocked kitchen. A few other things that were great about the place - it was spotlessly cleaned prior to our arrival, the decorations were lovely so we really enjoyed the space and the curtains are nice and dark so you can really block out the early morning light if you want to sleep in (which we did!). The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need to prepare meals and there is a washer and dryer for sandy beach towels. The house is set up on a hill which gives you a feeling of total privacy, but it's not so far up the hill that you feel isolated or that it is inconvenient. There is a really useful house handbook that we referred to in planning our daily activities - the handbook has information from the house owners and reviews from previous guests. There were only 2 of us, but the house would also be great for 4 as there is another very private suite downstairs with a private bathroom. We spent one night in a local hotel and can say that aside from all the other great points about this house, it is a great value. Super clean, comfortable and equipped with modern amenities at a much lower price than local hotels offering similar amenities. I could go on and on about how wonderful the house is - highly highly recommend this place.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe propriété à flanc de montagne à proximité de Dominicale ( petit village avec cool vibe, petits commerces, restaurants et petits marchés artisanal les Vendredis).Les couchés de soleil avec vue sur la plage et l’océan sont à couper le souffle.Chaque chambre possède ça propre salle de bain complète et une ou deux portes patios. À noter que vous vous trouver à proximité d’une artère principale donc du bruit provenant de la route mais le rapport qualité prix et excellent! Nous avons été conseillé par Edwin ( amis des hôtes) pour des activités à proximité et il nous a même mis en communication avec un contact pour une session de pêche qui a été le point tournant de notre voyage, une expérience exceptionnelle! Autre point positif, il y a une épicerie à 5 minutes chose qui est vraiment pratique. Nous aurions peut être apprécié avoir des chaises de plages, cela aurait été pratique et un BBQ mais cela ne semble pas coûtume au Costarica. Malgré cela je recommande cette propriété à 100%
Couché soleil du balcon
Plage à proximité
Amis iguane de la propriété
Chute Poza Azul à environs 5 minutes
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Perfect location

The property was perfect for our family of 6. We had to reschedule our 1st trip due to family emergency and Jan was fabulous and so patient with us . We arrived and met the house manager with keys and got eight to our vacation. Edwin ( house manager ) helped us with everything and was there anytime we needed him . He gave us great recommendations for local sites . House was plenty of space with room to spare for us. Sunsets were amazing ! Def will be staying here on our next stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy L.

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

Great place to stay!

If amazing views, and a great home are your thing, then you will enjoy Casa Miramar. There were 6 of us total, my wife, two teenage kids and my elderly parents, and the house was perfect. The location couldn't be better, the pool and large outdoor areas were very nice. Had iguanas, and toucans visiting us daily, and the view is simply the best. Loved our time there.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

stephanie L.

Terrasse exceptionnelle

Une vue spectaculaire sur les vagues du Pacifique. Maison située à 20 minutes du Parc de la Baleine, une plage quasi déserte entre forêt et Océan et à 1h du parc Manuel Antonio. Un bon compromis. La circulation de la route en contrebas ne gêne pas vraiment
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Perfect!

The house is in a perfect location; there's about 8 surf breaks within 3 miles, 2 of which you can walk to (straight up hill on the return so, driving definitely easier). There's a decent market a minute down the road, and 2 big supermercados 7-10 minutes towards uvita. The town is awesome, about 2 minutes by car with awesome restaurants and shops, all a small walk to a beach with really decent waves by the river mouth. The air conditioning in the rooms was VITAL, but ours worked so well that our friends in a nearby house kept sleeping in the bunk room since their AC didn't work as well as ours. Despite the ocean being about 94 degrees in the shallows, the pool was perfectly cool all the time, and we still can't figure out how. There were some bees around the pool pretty constantly, but they never bothered us and we had 7 people in our group all in there at once. Each kitchen has all the needed equipment, so we were able to make breakfast every morning and filet the fish we caught to make fish tacos for everyone. You can definitely hear the cars from the back patio, but it didn't matter because it was such a spectacular view. So many thumbs up, we'd come back in a heartbeat and regretted not staying longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lura V.

Paradise

This house is perfect for couples or families. The pool is a great way to unwind after a day of exploring nearby sites. The view of the ocean from the deck is priceless. Comfortable furnishings and well equipped kitchen. I highly recommend Casa Miramar
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

beautiful home overlooking the ocean.

Perfect for what we needed. Close to everything we wanted to visit. Kids loved pool in the evenings and I got to enjoy the ocean view every morning while drinking my coffe!! Short walk to Dominical along beach. Definitely need a 4x4 for drive up hill to house. Hope to visit again....
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

bronwyn s.

Great place for birdwatching! Beautiful ocean view.

I stayed at MiraMar with my adult children - we were 5 adults and one small child. The house has an amazing view out over the ocean and a lovely large deck where you can see lots of birds. It is close to several beaches but not really accessible walking. We found the kitchen to be quite small, although it was well equipped for making basic meals. The pool is a plus. It has air conditioning in the bedrooms which was an advantage. The house has plenty of bathrooms, one for each of the three rooms. The wifi is good. Overall we enjoyed our stay but I need to mention that it is quite close to the main road and we experienced very loud noise from the large trucks passing by, especially over the weeked.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

jane v.

wish i could stay forever

We had a great stay at Casa Mira Mar. My husband and our 2 small children loved every minute of our time in Dominical. The house was well set up for kids and we spent a lot of our time enjoying the view from the upstairs deck. You can see the ocean from each room, which made waking up a pleasure everyday. Edwin, the manager, was a treasure. He helped us plan our adventures and was an mazing resource. We are already planning our next trip!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect spot in a perfect place

This is a fantastic spot, with many many amenities, in a perfect location. I highly recommend it. Great view of the ocean, easy access to surfing and the beach, forests, and waterfalls. The house is comfortable, clean, spacious. Highly recommended.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dream spot!

Being a wildlife enthusiast, I was pumped to head down to Costa Rica. My friend and I were looking for a spot that not only had amazing wildlife viewing potential, but also close proximity to the beach so we could kick back and enjoy the waves. We ended up deciding on Casa MiraMar and we were both blown away when we arrived. Not only was the house beautiful and spacious, offering daily sunset viewings, but we basically had our own canopy deck for birding! While we were pumped for the close proximity to the amazing wildlife preserve, Hacienda Baru, we were surprised that we didn't even have to leave the house for wildlife viewing opportunities! The beauty of the house, view and proximity to the ocean, and nearby Pacific Lowland Rainforest make this place a no brainer. We will be back!
Archival

8/10 Good

Huguette P.

Very nice place but some things to work on.

Very nice view and a good place to be with family or friends. It have nice rooms and big showers. But The kitchen equipement (glasses,mugs, tupperware...) should be upgrated. The two levels of the house was very useful for everybody. Dominical beach is very beautiful without rocks and very plaisant to swim or surf. We recommend casa MIRA MAR for a lovely trip at Costa Rica. Pura vida!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea W.

C.W.

My husband and I had a wonderful time at Casa MiraMar. The view was amazing. The house was clean. We loved how close the house was to all of the sites and activities we wanted to do. Jane and Ryan (the owners) were very helpful in answering all of our questions before the trip and had great suggestions on places we should experience and see. There is a guest book at the house with others recommendations that we also found extremely helpful. We were able to go on this trip with little planned and had an amazing time. We highly recommend staying here and hope to return again soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aleisha C.

This is the best spot!

My husband and I, along with our 16-month old son, absolutely loved staying at Casa MiraMar! It exceeded all of our best expectations! In addition to its breath-taking view, we really enjoyed all of the wildlife and close proximity to the beach. As an added bonus, this house is completely child-safe. The nights we stayed there were some of our favorite. Relaxation at its best! We look forward to returning pronto!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

Million dollar views, relax in comfort!

This rental is one of a kind! We stayed in the large family room with extremely comfortable bunk beds and a private patio, with adjacent second kitchen and private bathroom. The basement bedroom was air conditioned and a cool get away from the Domincal heat! The upstairs has a beautiful porch that overlooks the ocean, and is the perfect bird watching perch. We dined by candlelight in the evening and awoke to a stunning sunset. This rental is perfect for large families or groups of friends, with enough space for all!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Breathtaking view and wonderful vacation spot!

Casa Miramar is such a wonderful spot. You can hear the pulse of the ocean crashing on the beach from virtually every room in the house. And the deck is such a wonderful place to relax and take in the spectacular view. We could hear howler monkeys in the rainforest behind us and see surfers on the beaches below. It's a short walk to a beach that's not overcrowded and you can buy cold coconuts (pipas frias) right on the beach! There is also an excellent restaurant down the road if you don't feel like cooking one night. The kitchen is fully stocked and the rooms are very comfortable. We can't wait to come back!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Marisa R.

Beautiful Views

The house was clean, well-kept and had everything we needed. The walk to the beach is actually a nice little trail that's an enjoyable hike too. The owners were responsive & proactive with information, and there was a local house manager who was on call during our stay. He even called to check in and make sure we had everything we needed. The sunset views each night were incredible. You really couldn't ask for a better view. We had a wonderful time!

About the host

Hosted by Jane and Ryan Lubbers

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I first came to Costa Rica as an English Teacher back in 1998. I was fresh out of college and was interested in exploring the planet and learning Spanish. Costa Rica proved to be the most ideal place on earth for me. Its the perfect nature lover's paradise. I love the biological diversity, tropical cuisine and most all i have come to love and respect the people of Costa Rica. I have traveled the country extensively and can give advice on all Costa Rican travel plans.

Why they chose this property

Although Costa Rica has many great beaches, we love Dominical the best. The town is very manageable and the house is a 5 minute drive to shopping, banks, tours, surfing restaurants, bars, night life and a national park. The house itself is not like other houses which are 15 minutes drive from the ocean. This casita is so close to everything and that just makes more beach time and less car time which I like on vacation. The mountains meet the ocean here like nowhere else in Costa Rica. You can be swimming in the ocean at Dominicalito beach and walk 5 minutes up the hill and be bathing under a 20 foot waterfall at posa azul. I also feel safe in Dominical. I like the eclectic crowd and the tranquillo vibe. Its a magical spot in the world and I feel good when I'm there drinking a pipa (coconut water) on the beach.

What makes this property unique

What makes this home special is how close it is to the beach while still sitting above the ocean with incredible views. You can walk down to the sand, then come back up to enjoy sweeping Pacific vistas from the decks and living spaces. The elevated location brings ocean breezes, privacy, and unforgettable sunsets without being far from town. With a private pool and easy access to surf, waterfalls, and local spots, it’s a fun and comfortable base for exploring Dominical.

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English, Spanish
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