Perfection. I am a photographer who specialises in taking clients to some of the most beautiful places in the world, and this villa was one of the most spectacular places I've stayed. My clients were so awestruck by the view that a couple of them were moved to tears. The photos, while accurate, just can't do justice to the magnificence! Check in was easy and simple - Beto, who speaks only Spanish, showed me the house and guest houses and Annick, the owner, communicated via Whatsapp and was always available to answer questions. The houses were clean and beautiful, and the kitchen in the main house was one of the most well outfitted I've had the pleasure of using while travelling. The pool has an incredible view of the jungle and ocean, and is perfectly suited to cooling off after a kot day. It has a shallow side and a shallower side, with the deepest part being just right to swim but shallow enough that most kids could safely stand. It made me wish I'd brought my kids! All the bedrooms in the main villa have an ocean view, and the guest houses have jungle views in the bedrooms and ocean views in the livingrooms. The main villa has only one small stair leading to it, so could be considered fairly accessible (unlike most of Costa Rica) for people with mobility needs. While we were there we saw toucans, coatis, a sloth, howler monkeys (get ready for some very cool, kind of eerie sounds, particularly at evening and dawn), an agouti, and many giant, Jurassic-Park-like grasshoppers. ;) There were occasionally interesting bugs that found their way inside - to be expected when you're staying in the jungle - but they were easy to evict. One of the highlights of our trip was hiking with Beto - the trails seemed endless! There were paved roads that were great for morning runs or easy strolls, and trails that varied in intensity - our favourites were almost like bouldering, really fun and somewhat tricky climbs up a small waterfall. Just be prepared to leave your pride behind and ask Beto to slow down, he maintains these trails and his fitness level is unreal! He showed me many beautiful spots for photoshoots with my models. The property is so huge that you have real privacy, which is hard to come by. The road up to the villa was a bit hair-raising the first couple of times, but even though the car rental company gave us a Nissan Kicks rather than a true 4x4 it handled the roads fine and we were soon driving it comfortably. 100% recommend!

Such a beautiful setting, with plenty of space to explore. The hosts were gracious, and extremely hospitable. Couldn’t have asked for me!

We have travelled extensively and stayed in various types of properties, from 5 star resorts to $1 shacks on the beach. Villa Chill and her surroundings have soared to our #1 spot. The moment we stepped out of the car to the moment we left we were in awe. We were 3 families staying at the villa- a total of 14 people from 17-60 years young. There was so much room and the 2 guest houses meant privacy for all. Annick is a fantastic host. She helped me navigate everything from sleeping arrangements to activity recommendations. Nothing was too much trouble. On the property, Beto helps with everything. One of our party walked through a screen door, and before we could blink- it was fixed. Adriana cleans the house 3 times weekly- which is a God send when you are so many! Must dos: Rent a 4WD Hike the property with Beto Drink fresh coconuts from the property Take binoculars! We saw toucans, macaws, parakeets, birds of every color, howler monkeys (and their babies), Capuchin monkeys, sloths (plus newborn), wild pigs- the list is endless! Watch sunsets from the pool as well as the beaches Arrange for Beto’s wife (Jocelyn) to cook a meal (wish we had arranged more) Surf amongst the manta rays on Dominical Go to the whales tail- take a photo of the coastline Have avocado toast at Mono Congo Slide down the Catarata waterfall in Uvita (have a cappuccino at the cafe) Buy fruit from the street vendors Buy fresh bread, croissants from Sibu Have an empanada at El Hornito Eat ceviche from the street stand just as you turn into Quepos Use Dominical Adventures for water activities Book a hike with Pacific Journeys to Diamante Falls- unbelievable! Take the time to walk, breathe and absorb this slice of paradise.

First: The place was super clean. We had big comfy beds, fresh sheets, clean towels, plenty of cookware, a coffee maker, and a washing machine. Our hosts were very communicative and quick to answer questions. Checking in and accessing the home was very easy to do. Beto, who lives (or stays part-time? I guess I'm not sure) elsewhere on the property was AMAZING. He took us on a hike and helped us spot a sloth one morning! Great hikes on the property and in the area generally. This is a really good spot for a group of friends because there's a lot of space and privacy. Every single bedroom has its own bathroom!! We loved that. There's a restaurant called Scala just down the street, which ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. It also has a cute little cafe and shop, and we made a few different stops there. The beach and Dominical are both just a short drive (neither are easily walkable). It's exactly what was promised in the listing: a beautiful, comfortable home with incredible views and a perfect location.

Got the Villa last minute, and it was absolutely perfect for the mixed group of family and friends that were on the trip with us. Very relaxed, welcoming environment with gorgeous views of the ocean.

El lugar esta muy bonito, tiene una vista espectacular, todo el personal muy atento a ayudar. Completamente equipada. La unica observacion para los visitantes es que de preferencia se movilicen en automoviles 4x4 ya que el acceso es dificil

Villa Chill was a perfect location for our family vacation! The space was roomy and the view amazing. Daisy's meals were delicious. Vin provided us with a tour of the property.

All 13 of us, with ages ranging from 8-73, had a fabulous time staying at Villa Chill. The view and property were spectacular, simply breathtaking. From just our balcony, we were able to see so many types of wild life, from birds to capybaras to even a large group of howler monkeys playing in the trees just off the deck. Vin, the on-site property manager, took our group on a hike of the vast property, where we saw even more wildlife, including a sloth! Additionally, we enjoyed fresh mangos and star fruit from the trees just outside the front door. At the owners’ suggestion, we hired Daisy to cook for us 2 of the nights during our stay, and it did not disappoint. Her meals were delicious and liked by all! The house was extremely well maintained and well appointed. The pool was beautiful and a huge hit with the kids. Overall, a wonderful stay at Villa Chill. We were sorry to leave!

We had a wonderful time at Selva Escondida. The house is just right for the location...airy and clean, with terrific views from every side. We saw two kinds of monkeys, toucans, hummingbirds all over, oropendulas, and lots of other birds. The pool is a perfect place to relax in the afternoons and the kitchen made cooking easy. Be prepared with a 4x4 for a bumpy ride up the mountain. Vin is quick to address and problems that come up (my husband broke a water pipe while playing catch with my child), and led us on an exciting hike up to the Mirador. My kids ended up calling him Tio Vin because he was so kind to them. Jeannette keeps the house immaculate, and Daisy fed us very well. My son says that Daisy’s cooking is better than mine. We would recommend this place 100%.

Unforgettable stay! The 6 of us spent a week in this beautiful villa. Rooms are all spacious, a big open kitchen /living area. The terrace seems never ending and the view from the pool is jaw dropping, especially for sunrises! But the best about this villa is the jungle around.. Your own private jungle, animals around the clock, we stopped counting the toucans.. Make sure to ask vin, the property manager, for a guided hike!

We just returned from 8 days at Villa Chill with our family of 12. It fit our needs perfectly and the entire group had plenty of room to spread out. The property is fantastic for hiking and wildlife viewing. We were fortunate enough to spot a large 3 toed sloth in a tree directly over the pool.! The care taker checked on us frequently but was never intrusive. We enjoyed the pool daily and had a great time reconnecting as a family. The property is somewhat dated but everyone enjoyed its charm.

We had a wonderful time at Annick and Jason's property in Costa Rica. There are three well-equipped, separate buildings, with plenty of room for our three families who traveled together. The hiking trails on the property were fun to explore. The birds, monkeys, and other wildlife on the property were amazing to see. The location is excellent--about halfway between Dominical and Uvita, and far enough from the main highway that you feel secluded without feeling totally isolated. We had a great experience here and would come back again if the opportunity presents itself. Thanks for having us! Erik

We spent 10 days at Villa Chill, and everything about it was outstanding. The owners were fast and thorough in responses to my questions. The rave reviews about the house proved true, and I think it's impossible to state how beautiful the home, views, and property truly are. The main house has a panoramic view to the west and south, with the whale's tail being the main feature. This is our third trip to the area, and this house definitely had the best views. Huge flocks of parrots live in the palm trees nearby, and oropendolas nest there too. Toucans were common visitors, and we also saw an aracari, and many other small birds. We heard monkeys every morning, rarely saw them. We saw a large troop of coatis a few times on the trail up to the mirador, and bats put on a nightly show. The property could easily occupy you for a week or more, and we enjoyed daily hikes on the trails that only scratched the surface of what we could have explored. There are fruit trees, a teak forest, and streams running along the property and below the yoga platform (which was a great place to go and get some solitude). The elevation made nights cool, and seems to keep mosquitos away. The caretaker, Vin, is friendly and helpful, always be around but never intrusive and I enjoyed practicing my awful spanish with him. Daisy cooked dinner for us three nights, she is fantastic and cooked immense quantities of authentic Tico fare. The home is in a great location between Dominical and Uvita, each about 15 minutes away by car. We visited most of the beaches between Dominical and Ventanas, and I think Playa Hermosa was the best overall, and is the closest. We enjoyed Costa Canyoning, Jungle ATV, and a boat tour with Bahia Aventuras (all in Uvita), and surf lessons with Dominical Waverider. And the Jolly Roger Bar so close made dinners easy when evening rainstorms made travel difficult. There is not much I can add to the many great reviews about the house itself, but it does have all modern amenities, kitchen is well-equipped, beds are comfortable, and the guest houses themselves would make excellent main homes on their own. The road to the house is going to be an adventure for first-timers, but you will get used to it. If you are looking for an adventure without sacrificing comfort or safety, this is the place!

We just got back from a great visit to Costa Rica. There were 15 of us in the house which still had plenty more room. The main house is a great open space for everyone to interact. The two side houses are great for spreading out for sleep or just to get space. The water pressure was awesome. There is a comfortable couch and wonderful views of the ocean. The pool is great for families with young children. The grounds are beautiful and provide hikes ranging from moderate to extreme difficulty. The caretaker (Vin) was very kind and responsive as was the owner (Annick) to any questions or issues we had. The location of the house is both incredible and limiting depending on your mindset. It's relatively near a lot of things (parks, waterfalls, good restaurants), but it'll take at least 10-15 minutes to go anywhere. The house is not baby proofed. We had to keep our eyes on our 1 year old pretty much the whole trip. The fence around the balcony was just large enough for him to climb through if he wanted to fall 20 ft. :) Fortunately, that never happened.

The home is located near the beach (you will need a car to come in and out), the views are amazing, the hosts are great. It is fully equipped with everything you you may needs for a nice time out.

this is a trully great place to stay, with lots of space for the entire family, amazing views of the south pacific, incredible wildlife and good service, here you'll have it all.

As the title suggests we recently got married at the beautiful property. It really is a special place. Annick and Jason were so helpful and full of advise while we were at home planning our wedding. When we arrived Vin and his wife Jeanneth went above and beyond to help us in every way that they could. Jeanneth and her sister Daisy even cooked for us on our wedding day and the food was just delicious. We could not have asked for a more helpful and friendly group of people, who really made our day special and stress free. As for the property...it is beautiful and private. The view is absolute breath taking, and we never got tired of staring out over the rainforest to the ocean. I don't think we have ever stayed anywhere with a more spectacular view. There is also a wealth of wildlife on the property, we were lucky enough to see a sloth, monkeys, agoutis, coatis, toucans, frogs and many other weird and wonderful creatures all literally on our doorstep! The main house and two smaller houses were perfect for our group of 18 people, including two kids under the age of five. The swimming pool has a great shallow section for the kids to play in and a deep part for adults. The kitchen was very well stocked and we were able to cook for our party without an issue. The BBQ also worked well. All in all we could not have asked for more and we are so happy that we chose this property as our wedding venue. I would not hesitate to recommend this place to anyone...it really is special and we will never forget it. Thank you so much, Annick, Jason, Vin, Jeanneth and Daisy x

I loved the house & jungle . The animals noises are awesome

This is the second time we have stayed at this amazing property, and it did not disappoint again. The location is private and secluded, yet it is an easy drive to stores, adventure, and the beach. Vin and Janet are the best at making sure you are comfortable, and the home offers a well-stocked kitchen, super comfortable beds, and an awesome pool to relax in and enjoy the view. We can't recommend enough!

Recently returned from an incredible spring break trip with a big group of friends and couldn't be happier! There was a ton of room in both the huge main house and the two guest-houses for everyone to retreat and relax at the end of the day - yet lots of places (on the deck, in the main house, by the pool) for everyone to hang out together as well. The kitchen had a great set-up for staying in and cooking meals - but there were also a ton of delicious restaurants in Dominical. Also, if you are into great Costa Rican wildlife you will not be disappointed - the orchestra of birds and monkeys, particularly in the morning, will take your breath away. If you're looking for a mix of privacy, lots of space, gorgeous scenery and close access to town - this is it!

This house was just perfect, great place to wake up with amazing views and jungle noises. The main house has a big opening plan and a great huge kitchen that's very well equipped. Since there was 10 of us it was great we could all help cook amazing meals. Beside the main house, there are two guests houses both of them have a living room and kitchen and a room with extra beds/bunkbeds for kids so great for multiple families to stay there or just a group of adults. Each bedroom has their own private bathroom so that's very nice too. We would hang out by the pool every day after all our adventures. You can even walk to this restaurant/bar that has live music. You can go on amazing hikes on the property guided by the person in charge of the house. I would highly recommend it and I'm looking forward to go back.!

If you're looking for a great house for a large group, this is it! The house is absolutely amazing with a great layout for group activities while allowing for a little private time when you need it. Every bedroom has its own bathroom, the common areas are comfortable and accommodating, but the best feature is the beautiful deck/pool with stunning views from every angle. Beautiful, tropical birds reside in every tree, and the monkeys also make their presence known. The property is a secluded sanctuary with easy access to Dominical for dinner out, surf lessons, spa treatments and a day at the beach. A short drive to anything you could hope to experience in Costa Rica.

Great place to wake up at, hang out at all day, and return home after a day of adventures. Lots of space for large groups to be at the house without being on top of each other and still all able to eat meals together inside or outside. The kitchen has enough space for a couple people to cook while others are able to help or socialize at the breakfast bar. The dirt road drive up to the house is worth it for the views and being surrounded by the jungle. Walking the property on the paved roadways was a great way to start the day. Able to see some wildlife on the walks. With a number of activities available within a 20 minute drive those seeking adventures are able to easily get to them and home each day to enjoy the house. Close activities include surfing, a couple beaches for swimming, shopping, restaurants, and canyoning. The pool at the house was perfect for cooling down after an adventure or to hang around for the day, with a section you could sit in to help keep you cool or deeper section for those who wanted swim to meet everyone’s needs. If you are looking for a secluded place to stay either to get away from it all or one to come home to each night this house offers privacy with easy access to fun and food.

I have rented large houses for large groups on many occasions- family reunions, friend trips, big ski trips, and I have to say, this house is absolutely the best set up for a big group. Every bedroom has privacy and it's own bathroom, not to mention the fact that there are three entirely separate houses, spaced right next to each other. Oh wait, did I mention that it also happens to be located on 250 acres in paradise? It's absolutely perfect, if you stumbled across this listing and are looking for a spot to fit in a larger group or a few families- seriously you found your spot! One of the best, most fun restaurants in the area is down just a few hundred yards from the end of the private driveway. There are monkeys, crazy amounts of birds, frogs, all right there to watch from the expansive decks! The town of Dominical is small, laid back and great for learning surfing. Ask the hosts for info on who to contact for surf lessons, I ended up liking it so much I went every day for a lesson.

This property is in a truly amazing setting! We loved the view, the peacefulness and also listening to the wildlife. The pool was such a treat and we appreciated the sun shade over the pool as well for a shade option. The accommodations are very roomy and nice. What a great spot for a wedding/family reunion!

C'était notre première expérience au Costa Rica et WOW c'était EXTRAORDINAIRE!!!! La maison est divisée de façon à ce que chacun peu avoir son intimité. Nous étions plusieurs et nous ne nous sommes pas pilé sur les pieds. La piscine est TRÈS appréciée et en plus il y a des lumières de party qui changent de couleurs pour le soir. La vue est absolument SPECTACULAIRE!!! On se sent complètement dépaysé par les animaux exotiques qui nous entourent. Bon voyage!!!

A superb vacation spot. A lovely home and quests quarters and a tremendous view. We loved the isolation, yet easy access to beaches and other activities. The pool is a wonderful amenity. We would indeed come back to Selva Escondita.

Ample space for our family (parents and 3 kids). Seamless and safe indoor/outdoor living with constant stream of fresh breezes and ever-changing immaculate views. Kitchen had it all. Caretaker (Vin) was always attentive and a fantastic tour guide on our jungle hike to the Mirador. Pool was always cool and inviting. It was a short (4x4) drive to nearby villages and beaches. Can't recommend this place enough. Can't wait to go back!!

I cannot recommend staying in this home enough - it is incredible! We had a large group of four adults and 14 kids ranging from 8-17, and this property met all of our needs and more. It is immaculately cared for, and every convenience you could need is either on the property or easily attainable. From the second we slid open the awesome gate and made the beautiful drive to the home, we knew we had made the right choice. This house is so convenient to many of the most popular activities in and around Dominical and Uvita. The communication with the owners was always easy and they were so helpful to us every step of the way. We cannot wait to go back to this gorgeous home again and again.

We brought a group of 18 people (age ranges from 8 - 40) and this was the perfect place for us. The view is perfect.The main house is awesome with lots of room, a great kitchen, great bedrooms/bathrooms, laundry room, etc, and the pool was just the right size for us. The other two houses adjacent to the main house were great too. This was our second trip to Costa Rica with a group of kids and last time we stayed at a local hotel, but having our own house/pool/property was far superior. After surfing, zip-lining, canyoneering, and horseback riding, coming back to our own (perfect) house was the best! We will definitely book this house every time from now on!

We had an amazing time at the house! Great view, great pool, great kitchen, confortable beds and perfect location!

Very nice property! Nice pool, very nice rooms, everything you need is there. Due to an accident I couldn't enjoy my stay as long as I was supposed to, but I wish I would have! Very nice people taking care of the property too, especially Vin who took me to the hospital and was very, very helpful. The only down point would be that the tiles in front of the annexes are very slippery, especially when walking with crutches. Even if not actually. But appart from that, it's very nice to wake up with the howler monkeys every morning and look at the sunset on this beautiful landscape. I hope I'll come back! Thanks