Amazing stay. Beautiful house

Great house in front of the beach. Perfect for family vacations.

Great location, great beach, great pool. Great times.

We rented two houses for a family reunion. The location was wonderful and the houses were just what we needed. We spent most of our time in the large pool. We had all of the assistance we needed to answer all of our questions.

This is a beautiful property, exactly as described. Entire property is very well maintained with a tremendous attention to detail throughout. Kitchen is very well equipped; linens, bedding and furniture is all top notch. Kids loved the pool! Wifi worked well. Nora and Rolando were great. Steve, Josue and Claudia were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. We booked several outings through them and it was all amazing! An amazing stay!

I can't say enough great things about this rental. My husband and I and one other couple stayed in Villa #2 in March. It is the only rental, along with the 2 other villas (at least that we could find) that is directly on the beach. It was more perfect than we imagined. Huge house, all the amenities we would ever need, beautiful pool (that we spent A LOT of time in) and steps away from the beach. Watched beautiful sunsets, walked to town from the beach, etc. Never wanted to leave. The property management staff were great - responsive, helpful -- couldn't ask for more!

We had only a family of four, but this house will sleep up to 7 comfortably. The ocean is just a short walk away, and you can see and hear it from the house. There were enough plantings to draw a variety of birds. The on-site staff were extremely nice and helpful. Having a washer and dryer right in the house is a bonus when you have dirty clothes from the awesome local fishing and other activities The highway noise can be loud, but that was just a small annoyance. Bedroom air conditioning worked well, but it was so hot during our stay that we wished we had central. But that's just a few spoiled Americans talking... We loved it so much that we are booking again for next year.

The home itself was amazing for our family of 6. Our kids ages 10, 8, 6, and 3 loved the pool as well as jumping in the waves of the ocean. The beach is nearly private and mainly sandy although during high tide the large rocks along the shore may get in the way. Dominical is a short walk down the beach which is a sleepy surfer village with a couple of great restaurants. The house was clean and extremely spacious. Nora and Rolando were extremely nice and made sure our stay was as magical as it could be. The kids loved the iguanas that visited us everyday in the yard. The location of the home is close to Manuel Antonio (40 min drive and Monkeys Galore) as well as Hacienda Baru which was perfect for our family for zip lining. Overall it was an unforgettable stay with beautiful sunsets, wonderful swimming, and overall a great vacation destination.

Our group of 15 all loved these villas! There is nothing not to love about beautiful houses tucked in on the edge of the rain forest and just feet from the most beautiful beach ever. We had an amazing time and want to return as soon as we can.

Our family recently spent a delightful week at Caballitos del Mar Villa #2! Situated just steps from the ocean, the house is in a great location on a secluded stretch of beach and still less than a mile from the heart of Dominical. Steve greeted us and thoughtfully explained the workings of the house. The house has very spacious bedrooms which stay nice and cool in the July heat, and the common areas were big enough for us all to enjoy the couch, cooking together and eating meals as a family. The time we weren't in the ocean, we were in the lovely pool. Steve provided us with lots of tips about Dominical and the ocean. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. Steve even gave our young boys surfing lessons; they appreciated his kind and patient instructions. Nora, the housekeeper, was very available and amiable. Every day, she took out the trash and once a week cleaned the house. When we ran out of an item, she quickly provide it for us. Massages at Alegra were both good and inexpensive. Next door,Café Mono Congo, has tasty and healthy offerings. Close by is a well-stocked natural food store. Fuego Brewery has delicious food and a great setting (Steve recommended) Our stay at Caballitos was a 5 star experience!!

This was our first time in Costa Rica and we thoroughly loved the experience. Dominical is a pleasant drive from San Juan, with much to see along the way. When we arrived at the villa, it was exactly as shown in the pictures…inside and out. The home is very open and airy and complete with virtually anything you might need during your stay. While at the villa, we spent much of our time outside, enjoying the sounds of the ocean, the serenity of the pool, and the privacy the setting provides. We loved grabbing our morning coffee and heading the short distance to the beach for our daily walks. While the beach is public, you seldom see others walking it. It is as close to having your own private beach as possible. Since we visited shortly after the hurricane in November, the weather was not entirely cooperative. Nonetheless, there are so many wonderful sights to see and adventures to pursue, our days were full from sun-up to sundown. The time we spent in the area flew by so quickly, we would have loved to have extended our stay for a few more days. Unfortunately, work commitments wouldn’t allow for that. A review of the property wouldn’t be complete without mention of the caretakers…Jorge and Cindy. Jorge and Cindy live on the property and took great care to ensure our experience at the villa was a memorable one. These are two genuinely wonderful people that you will enjoy meeting during your stay!!

We love the Dominical/Uvita area and have stayed in that area many times over the past 6 years. Hands down this is my favorite spot. We had a large group and rented all 3 houses to accommodate us. There was ample room for all of us as described and just enough privacy in each home setting with the ease of simply walking around some tropical plants into the adjoining properties. Jorge and Cindy were fantastic hosts. Both the interior and exterior areas where kept very tidy daily. Jorge turned us on to some great local spots for waterfalls and fresh fish Cindy made us a fantastic lunch on our last day. The places are great and honestly if its something you're concerned about the AC units in the bedrooms work extremely well. The beach behind the homes is great, there a bunch of large boulders and rocky formations that are exposed creating tidal pools and allowing you to walk to the closest restaurant about (200 meters) and even all the way to "downtown" Dominical. Long of the short, I am planning to stay with them again when I return this coming April.

I stayed with my two children, their spouses, and two grandchildren for 8 days in this beautiful slice of heaven. The house was beautiful, right on the ocean, and fully equipped. The check-in and check-out procedures were efficient and friendly. While the bedrooms were air conditioned, the main house was not. That did not provide any problems, but visitors who need cool spaces should take note. We used the pool a lot as an alternative to the fairly rough surf which was great for the surfers, but not so good for the children. We enjoyed walking on the beach to Dominical which was about 20 minutes away but not accessible during high tide. Taxis were inexpensive and available; however, we ended up renting a car there for better travel options. I look forward to returning.

Three generations of our family came to spend a week together at Caballitos del Mar. It was fantastic. We ranged from grandparents and two families with children from two years up. We had a great time sampling all of the local adventures from zip lining to the national parks. The house was great with three suites for the three family units and the pool was a special hit with all. It's a great place to relax or to adventure out. We did all of the above. Dominical is a great place with excellent food and a lot to see. The staff did a great job of recommending and reserving activities for our whole family. We can't wait to do it all again.

This was our first trip to Costa Rica and it exceeded all of our expectations. We have traveled several times to Hawaii and were not sure what to expect, but the beaches, weather and beautiful home were beyond amazing. There were 3 couples and this home was absolutely perfect as it had 3 master suites. The home was open and airy, had a pool and loungers and was just steps away from the ocean. The sandy beach was perfect for morning walks down to Dominical and just as much fun in the evening when the tide was out. We had fabulous dinners at restaurants close by and a spa for massages and facials. The husbands absolutely loved the fishing. There was a local fishing guide that they went out with twice and had great success. They also went fishing on their own and thoroughly enjoyed the local hospitality. The caretakers for this home were amazing. You could not have asked for kinder more attentive people. Their home was located on the property and they were always accessible if we had any questions or needs. We will definitely be back and will definitely stay in this property.

Wow.... What else is there to say. If you want to surf some great to incredible swell, be near a traditional C.R. type town without the tourist traps that Tamarindo or Los Suenos offer, this is your spot. The home was all its' photos made it up to be, and more. Nothing but great beaches that stretched for miles all to ourselves, and surfing like Dominical proper 150 yards from the pool. We loved the peace and quiet, and having a festive atmosphere and market to stroll around, but literally 3 minutes away in Dominical. As for the team of people that handled all the arrangements, from Mr. Harding, Steve, and the local reps, each was professional and fantastic. Their guidance in finding the best of the local services was without comparison. 5 stars means 5 stars. I have to mention Jorge and his family and what an asset they were to our stay as they live and work to keep the properties and the residents in total comfort with enthusiasm. They were always available if you needed some on the spot assistance, and my family has made life long friends. I couldn't recommend a better location. Take it from someone who has been from San Jose through La Fortuna and Mt. Arenal, to Tamarindo and the coast all the way south to Golfito and Zancudo, this was grade A Costa Rica. Bill

this house s fantastic. well equipped, comfortable beds, great ac in bedrooms. we have been to costa rica many times but this was the only house we were able to find that is directly on the beach. this worked great for us as we have 3 teen boys who are old enough to go swim in the waves on their own. very relaxing and beautiful! also walking distance to Dominical and restaurants.

Caballitos del Mar 2 has an ideal setting for your semi-private holiday in Dominical. The beach is steps away from the house and provides a nightly show of vibrant color as the sun sets over the ocean. The bedrooms all provide plenty of room and privacy from each other. The pool is nice and large- very enjoyable for the family. The kitchen is open to the dining area which then opens to the pool and outdoor seating. Having a grill onsite for fresh fish is a bonus- as you can get red snapper off the boat in Dominicalito. Be sure to check out the waterfall in Dominicalito. At low tide, you can easily walk down to Playa Dominical. The waves are good a 2 minute walk north if you want to surf. Remember to do the stingray shuffle in the water though! We had two families in the house and we fit very comfortably. Jorge and Cindy watch the property and go out of their way to take care of the guests. We are already planning our next visit.

We (2 couples) stayed here for a week, and it was pure heaven! I was a little leary about booking a rental house over the internet, but John (the owner) and Frederico (the manager) made it so easy! (Not to mention my Google searches on them came up positive) I didn't feel comfortable wiring funds, so I was given the option of Credit Card or personal check. That was nice. All of my questions were answered by Frederico, and when requested, he even had previous renters contact me to provide feedback and suggestions for our trip. Arrival: We flew into San Jose and stayed at the New Courtyard Marriott right next to the airport. We had Wild Rides rental deliver a car (4x4) to the hotel the next morning, and drove the three hours to Dominical. The trip was great, and we even stopped to see the crocodiles below the bridge on the way. The directions I recieved from Frederico were easy to follow, and we found the driveway easily (marked with a striped pole.) As soon as we arrives, the caretakers daughtergreeted us. She showed us the amazing house, and left us to get settled. Jennifer (caretaker) came to greet us soon after, told us where the grocery store was and a little about Dominical and surrounding areas. House: At first, I was a little disappointed the house was between two others, but not to worry. The plants in between the three houses kept the house and pool private. When we had neighbors (only a couple days) we barely saw/heard them. Other than that, it is very secluded :) The beach, though not private, seems like it is. We only saw asomeone from one of the other houses once. It really felt like it was "our beach". Dominical was an easy walk down the beach in low tide. We walked to a couple restaurants (Roca Verde and the one next to it - can't remember the name) They were both delicious, and took maybe 5 minutes to walk to. This was a fantastic vacation, and we had a perfect balance of relaxing by/in the pool (daily) playing in the ocean (daily) and exploring the dirt roads through the jungle via car and an adventure ATV tour. Dominical is so beautiful, as the jungle comes down to the ocean. We even saw monkeys in the trees one eveining while lounging in the pool. If there is anything I could say that wasn't perfect, would be the seating in the house. The couches were not great for lounging or watching TV - but who needs that in Costa Rica? We ate many meals poolside & enjoyed ourselves thoroughly!! We'll be back! PURA VIDA!!

The listing description & photos are accurate. There was a great view of the beach from the house. You can hear the waves from the house. The house was clean and well maintained. The lady that managed the house was very sweet and helpful. She went above and beyond the call of duty for us even late in the evening when we needed some help. I would recommend this place. I went to Hacienda Baru, about 5 minutes from the house. It was beautiful, the monkeys were plentiful and fascinating to watch and listen to. The pool was large and so cool to relax in. I have walked on many a beaches from mustang island in Texas, Maui in Hawaii, to Tortuga Beach in the Galapagos Island. Hear on Dominical Beach I finally found a perfect sand dollar. What a treasure. We went Horseback Riding at a near by town to some falls. It was so much fun.

This house has it all and I WILL be back. The home is well equipped, beautiful, and would be perfect for as many as 3 couples. The ocean view is beautiful, the pool was so nice, and Jennifer (contact at facility) was very helpful and truly on call. Federico was so easy to work with to book the place and answered all our questions before arrival. The Dominical area is full of beautiful views/sights and adventure. When I stay again, I might just stay at the house and enjoy all the amenities. I was concerned initially about the heat, however, the breezes were constant and so refreshing. The house is built to capture the breezes. I highly recommend this home. It's everything listed and more. Also, the wifi was excellent and worked from the pool and anywhere in the home. That's a plus for those trying to stay in touch with friends/family back home.