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Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ...

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Avis voyageurs

10 sur 10
Exceptionnel
2 chambres2 salles de bain ou plus4 personnes111.5 m²

Équipements populaires

  • Piscine
  • Parking disponible
  • Sèche-linge
  • Lave-linge
  • Barbecue
  • Cuisine

Découvrir la zone

Map
Dominical, Puntarenas
  • Hacienda Baru
    ‪11 min à pied‬
  • Playa Dominical
    ‪12 min à pied‬
  • Cascades de Nauyaca
    ‪12 min en voiture‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪38 min en voiture‬

Chambres et lits

2 chambres (4 personnes)

Chambre 1

1 très grand lit

Chambre 2

1 très grand lit

2 salles de bain, 1 WC avec lavabo

Salle de bain 1

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Salle de bain 2

Toilettes · Douche uniquement

Salle de bain 3

Toilettes

Espaces

Terrasse en bois ou patio
Véranda ou lanai
Cuisine
Coin cuisine
Balcon
Jardin
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À propos de cet hébergement

Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ...

Perché dans une jungle à flanc de colline, à 300 pieds au-dessus de l'océan Pacifique est brillant Villa Temenos. Une retraite privé conçu pour accueillir jusqu'à quatre personnes au total, deux personnes chacune dans leur propre "Palapa" privé. Entourez-vous dans le luxe tropical moderne tout en découvrant la beauté et l'aventure de Costa Rica.

Le composé se compose de deux tropicales de style moderne de chaume palapas de toit avec flare balinais. Chaque palapa toit de chaume est conçu pour accueillir 2 dans une chambre luxueuse, avec un lit king size, salle de bain et l'ouverture à vue sur l'océan et la nature de tous les côtés. Les bois ont été sélectionnés à la main vers le bas pour choisir les arbres pour apporter des riches bois indigènes tout en
garder, lignes épurées et contemporaines. Refroidir carreaux de sol calcaire colombiens et des sculptures de grès apportées de Bali ajouter des accents élégants mais tropicales à chaque palapa.

La palapa supérieure est deux étages avec un salon ouvert au premier étage et la chambre sur le deuxième. Aussi voici est salle d'eau et buanderie complète de taille. Un mur de riches persiennes de bois portes glisser loin de vous fournir une petite cuisine comprenant un réfrigérateur, deux plaques de cuisson micro-ondes et évier. Ce est un cadre décontracté pour préparer le petit déjeuner et le déjeuner ou le soir des cocktails avant de partir à l'un de nos restaurants locaux pour le dîner.

Menant de la zone de vie en plein air est un spectaculaire 40 'piscine à débordement avec 8' cascade. La piscine offre plusieurs domaines différents avec en de nager ou vous détendre sur l'un des bancs ou salons peu profondes. Multiples terrasses offrent différents domaines au soleil et dîner tout en surplombant le magnifique océan ci-dessous et ci-dessus jungle. Franchissez la piscine à travers une passerelle de grès au pavillon indonésien ou «Bale. Un endroit parfait pour lire, se détendre ou méditer ... et ce est exactement ce que nous voulons que vous fassiez!

Comme la maison est perché sur une colline, il ya une série d'escaliers et de ponts pour vous conduire jusqu'à la salle principale et la piscine région, 50 étapes en tout. En chemin, vous obtenez une vue sur les magnifiques jardins, plein de plantes tropicales, ainsi que les grands océans vues. Un des premiers points focaux que vous voyez est la base de la balle orné de pierres de rivière avec une belle sculpture en grès de Heliconias et Plumerias apporté de Bali. Ensuite, placé au milieu de la
jardin, vous entrez par un ensemble de portes anciennes indonésiens qui vous donne les premières vues réelles des palapas.

Une fois en place à la maison, vous pouvez profiter de la tranquillité de l'environnement et des vues spectaculaires sur l'océan Pacifique. Il ne est pas rare de voir la migration des baleines, les dauphins et les oiseaux et les papillons sont étonnants! Toucans traversent régulièrement. Si ce ne est pas les oiseaux bavardage que vous entendez, ce est les vagues de l'océan offrant un concert constante de sons.

Situé dans la région Centre-Sud Pacifique du Costa riz cette maison est facilement accessible depuis San Jose via un lecteur de trois heures et une demi-heure de l'aéroport régional juste à l'extérieur du Manuel Antonia / Quepos. Un lecteur de 2 kilomètres au sud de la petite ville de surf de Dominical. Une caractéristique importante de la maison est son emplacement de premier choix. Contrairement à de nombreuses maisons de vacances dans ce domaine cette maison est idéalement situé à une courte distance de boutiques, restaurants et services. Vous ne avez pas à monter ou de descendre de long, routes de haute montagne pour se rendre à la route principale.
La région est riche en activités de la tyrolienne, le rafting, la plongée, la pêche et l'équitation pour ne en nommer que quelques-uns! Ce est aussi un endroit idéal pour se évader et juste regarder l'incroyable oiseaux et la faune ou de marcher sur la plage ci-dessous.
Nous vous invitons découvrir notre "Temenos" une maison de vacances Costa Rica style unique

Responsable de l’hébergement

Dean Carlson

Langues parlées

Anglais

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Services et équipements

Piscine
Cuisine
Lave-linge
Sèche-linge
Wi-Fi haut débit gratuit
Climatisation

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Règlement intérieur

Arrivée après 15 h 00
Départ avant 10 h 00
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Enfants

Enfants autorisés : de 13 à 17 ans
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Événements

Événements non autorisés
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Animaux domestiques

Animaux de compagnie non autorisés
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Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Hébergement non-fumeurs

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hébergement est géré par un hôte privé (une partie n’agissant pas dans le cadre de son commerce, son entreprise ou sa profession). La législation européenne relative aux droits des consommateurs ne s’appliquera pas à votre réservation, y compris le droit de rétractation. Toutefois, la politique d’annulation définie par l’hôte privé couvrira votre réservation. Les articles 1100 à 1386-1 du Code civil français s’appliqueront. https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/codes/id/LEGISCTA000032040794/
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont interdits
L'hôte n'a pas indiqué si l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ; pensez à apporter un détecteur portable lors de votre séjour
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur, une trousse de secours et un verrou de sûreté

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Une voiture est nécessaire pour accéder à l'hébergement et se déplacer pendant le séjour

À propos du quartier

Ballena

cette maison de vacances vous donne rendez-vous à Ballena près de la plage, dans le quartier Marina Vista. Tombez sous le charme de la beauté naturelle des environs au détour des emblématiques Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge et Parc national marin Ballena, ou accordez-vous un après-midi de détente aux célèbres Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons et Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Participez aux balades à la découverte de la faune et aux séances d'observation des oiseaux proposés dans les environs afin d'admirer la faune majestueuse de la région.
Carte
Dominical, Puntarenas

À proximité

  • Hacienda Baru - 11 min à pied - 1.0 km
  • Playa Dominical - 12 min à pied - 1.1 km
  • Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 3 min en voiture - 2.2 km
  • Playa Dominicalito - 4 min en voiture - 2.9 km
  • Cascades de Nauyaca - 12 min en voiture - 11.5 km

Comment se déplacer

  • Aéroport de Quepos (XQP) - 38 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬11 min en voiture
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬4 min en voiture
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬5 min en voiture
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬3 min en voiture
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬3 min en voiture

Foire aux questions

L'hébergement Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ... dispose-t-il d'une piscine ?

Oui, cet hébergement dispose d'une piscine. Parmi les différents bassins de l'hébergement, on trouve une piscine à débordement.

Les animaux domestiques sont-ils admis dans l'hébergement Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ... ?

Non, les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis au sein de l'hébergement.

Quelle est l'heure d'arrivée à l'hébergement Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ... ?

Les arrivées sont prévues à partir de 15 h 00.

Quelle est l'heure de départ de l'hébergement Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ... ?

Le départ a lieu à 10 h 00.

Où se situe l'hébergement Villa Temenos - Un sanctuaire, le renouvellement, un retour à soi-même ... ?

Cette maison de vacances du quartier de Marina Vista se trouve à seulement 15 minutes de marche de sites comme Hacienda Baru et Playa Dominical, de quoi profiter au mieux de votre séjour ! Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons et Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding se trouvent également à moins de 3 km de distance.

Avis

10

Exceptionnel

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Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’après 45 avis sur 48.
Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’après 2 avis sur 48.
Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’après 1 avis sur 48.
Note des voyageurs de 4 (Médiocre), d’après 0 avis sur 48.
Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’après 0 avis sur 48.

9,8/10

Propreté

10/10

Arrivée

10/10

Communication

10/10

Emplacement

9,8/10

Exactitude de l’annonce

Avis

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

White Lotus Vibes

We arrived to an unexpected fabulous Balinese treehouse. We loved that we had privacy and that our 13 year old had their own casita as well. This would be an ideal place to stay for two couples or a small family but with an older child like us who needs some space. Restaurants close by and the most beautiful beaches!
Séjour de 6 nuits en mars 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Stunning View

Six days lounging around the pool and walking on the beautiful beach below. Lots of Toucans in the trees. Walked up from the beach ONCE, then drove all other times, to nearby Dominical for lunches etc. Highly recommended.
Séjour de 6 nuits en janvier 2025

8/10 Bien

Angie B.

Les points forts : Arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Breathtaking beach view!

Amazing location just up from Playa Dominical. The waterfall pool was refreshing and a must to keep cool in the heat. Walking to the beach is a hike and good for some exercise. I didn’t realize the house kitchen was outside. Pictures online were a little deceiving. The bugs were annoying especially in the lower bungalow. Not sure how they were getting in but they were everywhere. Top bungalow was free from any bugs. Henry the caretaker was awesome at helping us get our bags up and down. He kept the grounds clean too. It was a delightful stay and we were so sad to say goodbye. We wish we would have booked a whole week here. Thanks for a great stay in Costa Rica.
Séjour de 3 nuits en février 2024

10/10 Excellent

J G.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Peaceful stay in paradise

Our stay at Villa Temenos was wonderful. The location near Dominical was just close enough to the basic services we needed but far enough away for us to feel we had escaped to paradise. I was a little nervous about the weather in late November but it was very nice. There were a few short rain showers on just a few days. The private airport transfer from SJO was easy and relaxing. Amanda J. arranged to have a rental car delivered to the villa and that handoff was easy. The Villa is very well cared for and Henry very welcoming. Amanda continued to help us schedule some activities throughout the trip and her recommendations were great.
Séjour de 11 nuits en novembre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C., Cayman Islands

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Matt

Absolutely amazing property. Loved it and the entire area.
Séjour de 5 nuits en novembre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Absolutely Incredible!

My family just returned from a wonderful stay in Dominical, Costa Rica for a family vacation and surf trip! Villa Temenos is a property that will not disappoint. Dean (owner) was easy to reach and quick to respond to questions. He provides a phenomenal guidebook for guests. Definitely read it, as it provides everything you need to know for a well-planned, memorable trip. (Fuego, a restaurant recommendation in Dominical, turned out to be a favorite - the staff were super friendly, the food was amazing, and the fresh-brewed beer was a hit!) Henry (the care-taker at the villa) is an absolute gem! He was so friendly (as are all the people we met in Costa Rica) and helpful. He went above and beyond during our stay! The property is amazing and gorgeous - way to go, Henry! We tend to have very high expectations and have often been disappointed in other VRBO properties we have rented. BUT, Villa Temenos exceeded our expectations - from the high-end wood work and architecture, the location and view, the beautifully appointed spaces, the pristine pool, and the impeccably maintained grounds! If you want to enjoy the truly beautiful nature that Costa Rica has to offer, we recommend a stay at Villa Temenos in Dominical!
Séjour de 5 nuits en mai 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam G.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Amazing

Villa Temenos is a spectacular property, just as advertised. It was perfect for our family of four. Dean is an excellent host and Henry, the property manager, is kind, reliable, and responsive. We would definitely return!
Séjour de 7 nuits en mars 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee N., Leavenworth

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Stunning design and view!

We really enjoyed the whole experience of staying at Villa Temenos! We loved the architectural design of the houses, the pool and thatched bale. The view down to the beach and the clean waves Is stunning. The small tourist town of Dominical is a minute away with its shops and restaurants but you you wont see it or hear it from the property, just the sounds of the birds and the sea.
Séjour de 7 nuits en mars 2023

10/10 Excellent

David V.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Costa Rican paradise

Villa Temenos is, in a word, amazing. Perched on the hills overlooking the beaches of Dominical, you will feel like you're living in a dream. Spectacular views. Incredible outdoor pool area. You can make meals while you listen to the ocean waves far below. Sit on a balcony listening to birds calling in the trees around you. Seriously, I felt like I was living in a scene from Succession or something. The owner is extremely communicative. The road to the property is steep but paved. The nearby town of Dominical is small but has a lot to offer. The nicest home rental we've ever used, bar none. I am already anticipating our next visit to Villa Temenos.
Séjour de 5 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian T., Mandeville, Louisiana

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Slice of Heaven...

A beautiful place in a magical location. Everything was top notch. Communicate with owner and property manager is a breeze. We will stay there again ❤️
Séjour de 5 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jody B., Dallas, TX

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Pics do not do justice!!

This villa was absolutely what we had hoped and more!! Loved the location, close to town, close to waterfalls etc. The house was in a very private gated subdivision. I’d highly recommend. Keep in mind rental price is just for main bedroom, kitchen and all lower living, including pool. The second bedroom/villa is an additional cost, but they do not rent second villa separate, meaning if you rent the villa you will be the only ones there even if you don’t rent the second villa. Also keep in mind, there are a lot of steps to the villa from drive, it’s part of what makes it so private. It’s beautiful!! If you want a beautiful view, in the jungle with ocean view and close to town, this is your place!!
Séjour de 6 nuits en mai 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren N.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Perfect Honeymoon

Dean has created a wonderful experience at Villa Temenos. It was a perfect honeymoon base camp or for those wanting a place to park themselves for a week, you’d be very happy. No TV which for us was perfect and a ton of great outdoor living spots. The on-demand water heaters combined with outdoor showers (one is an ensuite you can close the doors to…though the jungle provides all the privacy and zero neighbors so no need) were an extraordinarily relaxing way to wash the salt water off after enjoying any of the amazing beaches in the area though my wife and I were particularly fond of the Whale’s Tail area. The infinity pool was everything we were looking for and had the most amazing beach / jungle views. Despite two different nature tours, we nearly saw as much wildlife from the canopy of trees that the mountainside Villa hosts. This included Chestnut billed Toucans that we called in using the great outdoor speaker system that made lounging at night that much more comfortable. The small community felt extra safe with its pin accessed gates and was all a short 2 minute drive to Dominical where we enjoyed great fish tacos and had access to plenty of great grocers including Mama Toucan’s am organic, natural grocer that had it all including the best vegan ice cream (and we’ve tried them all in the States and few compare…truly!). Check out Fuego’s Brewery for the most established restaurant and Pescado Loco, the little taco stand for great fish tacos, but be wary of the limited hours. Know that you’re in the jungle and there will be geckos and lizards and bugs but keep the doors closed the bedrooms and you’ll mostly be fine. To top it all off, the housekeeper, Henry was fantastic. He was very accommodating of our very delayed arrival and had the house extra clean. Having stayed for over a week and seeing how quickly the amazing landscaping, fauna and flora can make a mess of the property, it’s clear Henry’s work is the reason why this place is so spectacular. We highly recommend and hope to bring our friends and family here in the future!
Séjour de 8 nuits en avril 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Fantastic Villa

I whole-heartedly agree with all the positive reviews here. The place is even better than the pictures. Nice and secluded. AMAZING views. Wildlife all around. Henry was very helpful and quick to get back to us if we had any questions. we were there for 6 days and it was difficult to leave.
Séjour de 5 nuits en février 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy F.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Just Perfect!

Location, view, atmosphere, experience.
Séjour de 8 nuits en septembre 2021

10/10 Excellent

Voyageur vérifié

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Exquisite

Wonderful views from a beautifully designed property. Every detail and finish is thought out exquisitely from lush plantings to beautiful stone finishes to high quality bedding. Henri the caretaker was delightful and the owner’s communications were always quick and helpful. We’ll be back. Already have friends booking.

10/10 Excellent

Duane S.

Les points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement et exactitude de l’annonce

Slice of heaven

This was our first time in Costa Rica and we loved every bit. The house is incredible, and the town of Dominical is an excellent location with all the amenities you need for a relaxing vacation. The outdoor living areas of the house are really special. Being that connected to the jungle and having spectacular views of the ocean were the highlight. Even when it rained it was relaxing to just sit and watch the storms come in off the ocean and hear the rain falling in the forest. The kitchen is minimal but had most things we needed to cook full meals at home. Be aware that there are no staples provided, so we had to bring everything in, including olive oil, spices, etc. We explored the nearby waterfalls, we took surf lessons from an excellent instructor at Costa Rica Dive and Surf (bob, a retired California pro surfer) had great food at cafe mono Congo and phat noodle. Most dominical restaurants have great vegan options. And there’s a small market with tons of organic and vegan selections. The only disappointment was that a construction site directly across the street was active from 6am to 5pm daily, and while it provided entertainment when we tried of watching the surf, it was hard to escape the grinding and hammering during the day (the house being mostly outdoor living). I imagine the heavy construction will be finished within a couple of months and this won’t be an issue for future visitors. Overall an amazing home in a beautiful place with great hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Demian B.

Excellent

Peaceful. Magnificent views and sounds of the Pacific.
Séjour de 6 nuits en avril 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

We love everything about this place

We have been here 3 times. There are so many beautiful places in the world, we don’t often visit the same place twice. A great blend of beauty, activities, tranquility, authenticity and privacy.
Séjour de 7 nuits en mars 2019

10/10 Excellent

David S., Demarest, New Jersey

Absolute paradise

Villa Temenos ranks as one of the nicest places we have ever stayed. The sunsets are out of this world. The pool is crisp, clean and refreshing. Henry is a delight. Sylvia could not have been more helpful. If you are reading this review, stop and book this place. Thank you Dean for everything. David, Laurin, Riley and Teo
Séjour de 7 nuits en décembre 2018
Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

Paradise found!

If you are looking for beautiful lush gardens filled with sweet fragrances, delicate flowers, colorful plants along with the jungle sounds of tropical birds, insects, and reptiles, then this is the place for you! In the middle of it all is the most amazing pristine pool with various levels of depth and lounge areas to while away your days in relaxation, privacy, and comfort. We used the blender to make fruit juices from locally sourced fruit and there is fine cutlery, dishes, and a wine opener for your dining pleasure because you may choose to never leave this sanctuary! The bed is luxurious and comfortable and the bathroom is beautiful and well stocked. The walk in closet has a humidifier that is quite handy in the humidity of the tropics here. Henry quietly goes about his work early every morning to keep everything perfect for you. If you are a nature lover, like us, but enjoy luxury and exceptional comfort too, like us, then you won't be torn with the choice of one or the other when you choose Villa Temenos. When you traverse the stairs into this garden of Eden you may be transformed! We were!
Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

10/10 Excellent

Marnita S., Minneapolis, Minnesota

A Return to Our Happy Place

This was our second trip to Villa Temenos and we didn't make the mistake of staying anywhere else this time spending two weeks in this singularly spectacular sanctuary. I believe I was the very first person to review the property. Dean is a dream to work with. I love waking each morning to Henry keeping the grounds perfectly groomed. He is full of great information about the flora and fauna. I love that there is great wifi and tons of places to charge your electronics. Temenos is a magical place. It was designed with the utmost care and consideration. It's not trying to be in the South of France or Italy. It was designed to be right where it is at the very tip of the South Pacific 300 feet above the beach. You need to understand that you are in the jungle in a developing nation. This isn't a five star hotel. It's a five star home. There is a difference. Things happen in a jungle. It's constantly trying to take back the perfect grooming to the wild, but that's what makes Temenos so spectacular. I recommend this property to anyone who wants to experience complete beauty and serenity in nature. You absolutely need a four-wheel drive to get up the hill and the driveway. It's close to the cool little town of Domincal, but after dark we rarely left the property because the Bale was the place to be. This is my dream home. I recommend this property to everyone I can. It was great for the four of us. The lower palapa has its own fridge and coffee maker if your guests don't want to come up to the living room in the morning to make coffee. There's a new micro-brewery in town. Phat Noodle, the sushi bar and the fish and chips place were all new since when we were at Temenos in 2013. I've also determined that the best fried chicken in the world is in Costa Rica. I'm not sure why it's better than all other fried chicken, but if you see a fried pollo shop, get a piece. Yum! One cautionary note that doesn't deter us from returning. Shake out your clothes/shoes before packing them or putting them on wherever you stay in Costa Rica. We brought home a scorpion in our suitcase. But we had them in every home we stayed at in Costa Rica in the past four years. They aren't interested in harming you. Just don't shove your foot in a shoe they are sleeping in. I'll be back soon dear Villa Temenos. I can't live long without returning to my favorite place on earth.
Cet avis a été envoyé avant 2018 et n’a pas été vérifié.

8/10 Bien

duane f., Spotsylvania

Beautiful grounds and pool

Our overall rating of Villa Temenos is very good. The views from the upper BR and balcony were amazing. We also saw Toucans, white faced monkeys and several different types of lizards and iguanas around the property. The location was excellent and close to restaurants,grocery stores,beaches and the small town of Dominical. There are also a few things I wish we would have known before our visit. 1. The proximity to the main roadway...unfortunately there is traffic noise during most of the daylight hours and is very noticeable and bothersome as trucks use their exhaust brakes while descending down hill below the Villa. 2. This is a property that is almost entirely outdoor living, the kitchen and lounging areas are on the same level as the pool with a curtain that can be pulled around the kitchen area during nighttime hours. Besides this the property is very beautiful and lush with a view of the beach and ocean below that is second to none. The pool area is gorgeous and we spent many a day just lounging around the property and listening to the waves crashing on the beach. The property is also very well maintained and they have a full time care taker that cleans the pool and grounds daily... Pura Vida!
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10/10 Excellent

Wish I were still there!

My husband and I just returned from an absolutely wonderful week spent at Villa Temenos. The property is so well thought out and the attention to detail is evident everywhere you look. It is located in a magical jungle setting with beautiful landscaping and the pool is right out of my dreams! The view and sounds of the ocean are amazing. We were visited by a toucan and were fortunate enough to see the blow of a whale right from the balcony. Oh to drink my coffee from there every morning! The owners could not have picked a better location. You have complete privacy and yet are only minutes away from the great little town of Dominical, which has really good restaurants (and a fabulous massage parlor!). We would definitely love to visit again!
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6/10 Satisfaisant

Jason B., Carmel, IN

Incredible place, but some maintenance issues

This is a 5-star villa, but I feel compelled to leave a 3-star review due to the following: 1) The infinity pool is not current "infinity", due to a leak in the upper portion of the pool. The pool is ~2 feet lower than it should be, which means it is below the filter system. Also, no 8' waterfall due to this issue. This was not disclosed to us prior to our arrival. We were offered an apology, but not a reduction in rental rate. 2) 3 of the 4 pool lounging chairs had large holes in them making them unusable. The owner was able to have them replaced within a day or two of our arrival, which we appreciated. 3) The driveway security gate is no longer electronically (with key fob) functional, and must be opened and closed manually. Also, a few wood slats on the gate have been ripped off and discarded nearby. Not sure what happened, but it should be repaired. 4) Overall maintenance issues that for the price we paid should be repaired ASAP. Bed in the upper palapa is being propped up by a cinder block, mold near the drain in the shower, multiple light bulbs out, debris and garbage through out the property, uncared for potted plants, ladders and cleaning supplies stored just out of sight but not really, and a cracked stair that is a falling/tripping hazard (it pops up when you step on it). Ok, so that those are the issues with Villa Temenos. We absolutely enjoyed our stay here and would rent again if the owner was able to address the issues. My sense is there may be a management company issue, which we heard through a local realtor who was familiar with this property. Hearing the waves crashing 24/7 and being so close to Dominical and the main highway, are what sets VT apart. It is only a short (yet steep...you NEED a 4x4) drive up from the highway to VT. Be careful going up the driveway during rain. If the ground was wet, we found it easier to go past VT and turn around in the next drive, then get a bit of a running start up the driveway. VT is also unique in that most of the living space is outdoors. We spent most of our time relaxing either in the kitchen area, bale or in the pool. Chef Romulo cooked dinner for us two nights, which I highly recommend. His cooking was incredible and we enjoyed talking with him as well. Overall we loved Villa Temenos and have confidence that the owner will address the above issues.
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Outdoor living in Paradise

We have rented a good number of homes in the tropics but have never experienced as spectacular a place as Villa Temenos. Perfectly appointed with every possible comfort, we kept having to pinch ourselves at how closely we were with the nature all around. We loved hearing the waves breaking, birds all around and a soft constant breeze flowing. Never saw a single mosquito but plenty of tiny lizards and an occasional grasshopper. The pool is the perfect respite to the heat and the bedroom and bath were elegant. The Wifi signal was strong too. You definitely need to make sure you have 4-wheel drive to get up the steep road/driveway. There are exactly 48 steps from the driveway to the main floor of the house, so make sure you are ok with taking stairs. My husband and I took daily walks down to the beach and enjoyed the challenging workout of walking back up the road. We enjoyed the 1-mile beach walk along the surf to the small village of Dominical. We loved the zip-lining excursion set up by the owner's agent, but would not recommend the 1/2 day whale/dolphin watching with snorkeling. Lovely local restaurants nearby and some of the nicest local people you will ever meet. This house is an outstanding find -- elegant, unique, comfortable, and unforgettable. We would definitely rent it again.

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