Beachfront vacation rentals in Ballena Bay

We had the loveliest time at this beachfront house. The pool is gorgeous - not too warm or cold. It was so refreshing to relax in the pool and stare at the waves. The house is in the best part of Esterillos, right in front of the “mermaid” and the tide pools. The house is well designed and makes use of all the spaces. It was clean and well equipped. You can also walk to the nearby store and there are a few good restaurants just a block or two away walking along the beach. It was an amazing place to share with family, we will be back!

The views were incredible. My wife and I really enjoyed our stay

Beautiful off the beaten path home next to the beach. House was beautiful with air conditioning that helped on the hot and humid days. Beach was just across the street which was nice though rip tides were possible so had to swim during certain times of the day to avoid them. Jefferson was always responsive with anything we needed and even offered to do laundry for a small fee which was nice and convenient.

We enjoyed this beautiful, clean, home.

This cabin is a gem! It’s on a peaceful, predominantly local strip of beach, pretty close to Playa de los Muertos. The backyard has some awesome iguanas who live in the trees (and love fruit) and you can literally be on the beach in a minute and in the very comfortable, chill water in another minute! Jennifer connected us with her local host, Neisy who same day booked us a tour with Norberto. He picked us up on the beach from his boat and took us to Isla Tortuga for snorkeling and then to see the bioluminescence at night. Absolutely gorgeous!

We stayed for four days and had the most amazing time. I had tears in my eyes saying goodbye to Emerita. She and Diogenes were wonderful hosts who helped us with any questions and pointed out a baby sloth that we never would have seen without her pointing it out. It’s truly a magical place, Déborah. Thank you for your timely responses, accurate description, and recommendations. For those considering—know thyself! If you freak out over bugs, this isn’t the place for you. It’s Pura Vida. My son, daughter , and I loved everything! Morning Mother’s Day walk solo on the beach was perfection. We will return!!!!

Nadine was very helpful and responsive. And her local contact person was supportive and knowledgeable as well. The villa worked well for two couples. It was well supplied and we had everything that we needed, although nothing fancy. Los Delfines is a unique community, with many people who live there volunteering their time and skills to provide lots of activities. There was pickleball lessons, pickleball, birding, yoga, volleyball, euchre, hiking and more. The beach is perfect for walking. Lots of great restaurants and villages to explore in the area. Got to love those beautiful scarlet mackaws!! Thanks for a great stay!

Paradise found is an apt name. What a beautiful home in a beautiful place. I stayed for 4 nights with my wife and 3 teenage boys. The home was clean and well stocked with all the items we needed to make meals in the kitchen. Jose, the caretaker, met us at check in and showed us the lay of the land. We had access to the garage that had surf boards and body boards. The pool was clean and warm, and we had fun jumping in and splashing around. The beach across the street is a close to private as you can get. It goes on for miles each direction. The only people we saw were the occasional local fishing or some folks taking a stroll on horseback. Waves were huge and fun to play in. Watch out for rip tides! The directions to the home were great. The house is located between Jaco and Manuel Antonio. Both fun spots to explore. Thank you Mary and Jose for making our family trip unforgettable. We cant wait to return.

Artsy, moody, jungle vibes bungalow by the beach. Very spacious and comfortable bed. Easy beach access and walking distance to some restaurants.

This condo was exceptionally clean with a beautiful view. It was a very brief walk to the Main Street. Everything was literally five minute walk. They are picky with who they host (with good reason) because of how pristine it is. Thank you :)

Great location, clean space, check in was a breeze. Responsive Host

We had a great stay for our friend’s Bachelorette! If driving, it may be a tough to find, the outside gate is not marked, but the local shuttle drivers know where it is. We were had contact with house manager, Leo, he helped with arranging meals, groceries, transportation, excursions and answered all questions. He was welcoming and patience. The cook was great, the meals she prepped were the best during our stay. The house was gorgeous, felt private, clean and very spacious for the 8 of us (just keep in mind that you’re in the jungle so expect lots of bugs and birds!). The bedrooms had ice cold AC, were spacious and very comfortable. The views are STUNNING and the pool was perfect. It was a 5-10 minute walk to Tango Mar Hotel and the beach.

We were 2 adults and 2 kids staying in Sean's beautiful place. It's big, plenty of space and a balcony with unbelievable views! The best thing was a private beach just a few steps away, perfect for relaxing and swimming. Another bigger beach is about 10-15 minutes to walk or a couple minute drive. We came during off season so it was very quiet which was perfect for us. We also walked about 10 min to the Marina for a boat tour which was very convenient. Thank you, Sean!

This place is amazing! Great location right on the beach, beautiful interior space with absolutely stunning ocean view. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves was incredible. The pool is a great was to cool off and the deck was a great place to lounge and just enjoy life.

Our family of three adults, a preteen, 4year old and 1 year old had a wonderful stay. More than enough room. The place was exactly as described. Absolutely stunning. Everything and more you could ever need. We never left the outdoor/ pool area. The casita was a lovely edition for my sister in law. We had a small issue the day after check in but hosts were quick to respond and resolve the issue. Place was immaculately Clean. The community itself is fantastic. Restaurant on site was nice to have available. Highly recommend staying at Macaw Haven.

The home is in a lovely (gated) community. The surroundings were pretty and just steps (literally) away from the beach. We played a round of golf at the course (very nice 9 hole course). We stopped into the local grocery store to pick up a few things and made dinner. The home had everything needed to cook up a meal. Pura Vida!

Linette and Dan were wonderful hosts. Both were so warm. Linette immediately welcomed me to her home and provided a mini tour. She gave my her phone number in case I had questions. Dan showed off his garden and all the fruit trees. It was such a great experience. Linette provided instructions on how to walk to the beach. Find the yellow Catholic Church and take the road turning left all the way down. They live about a 10 minute walk from the beach. They also have so much nature on their property in the mangroves. You'll see large fish swimming, and little crabs. please be aware that you're sharing the property with Linette and Dan. they won't be in your way :) if anything, provide fresh fruit to you!

From beginning to end the stay was spectacular. Glori, Rosa and Cheppe were great helping us with everything and staying on the beach in a beautiful home was wonderful. Best place Ive stayed with greatest concierge and service.

Cozy place just outside of town but a short walk to the beach where the Malpais tide pools are. It’s comfy and was sufficient for my short stay. I didn’t have a chance to use the tiny plunge pool in the common area. One should note that as noted on the listing there is little soundproofing so the road noise (mostly mornings - night is ok) is audible as well as if any of the other guests are talking in the common area which is immediately adjacent.

Casa Baru is a beautiful home and a perfect location for accessing the beach and many great restaurants. When we walked in the door my kids said, “This looks like a celebrity’s house!”. The outdoor space is beautiful and serene and indoors is spacious and comfortable. Juan was super responsive to any questions we had and he had great local recommendations for restaurants. I highly recommend this beautiful home and Juan as a host!

Had a blissful time at Andi’s place. The pictures can’t do it justice with the immersive jungle surroundings at the balcony and beautiful interior design. Would 100% stay again. Andi was extremely hospitable and was helpful with recommendations for restaurants/ activities near by.

⸻ Trust me—book this place. Meet Spyridon and try to tell me he’s not the nicest guy you’ve ever met! He’s incredibly helpful and communicative throughout the stay. The views are absolutely stunning and give you that lush, authentic jungle vibe—unlike some of the more modern, Miami or Beverly Hills-style homes in the area. I mean, why come all the way to Costa Rica for that? One thing to note: while the beach is nearby, the walk back is a serious uphill climb. It’s doable, but be ready to break a sweat. An ATV is definitely the way to go—but hey, that’s the trade-off for those epic views.

loved our stay! Hoping to come back

Excellent, nice, clean and very beautiful place