Pet-friendly vacation rentals in Ballena Bay

Very spacious. Great hosts and great place! Highly recommend.

This is a fantastic home to stay in for airport arrivals and departures, or if interested in visiting Alajuela's churches and museums and the surrounding mountains and Volcan Poas. It certainly is full of personality and every amenity you could need. We enjoyed it so very much, we will definitely return as we live in Costa Rica and are frequently in and out of the airport at twilight hours (we've already rebooked for later this year). The home is quiet, spacious, colorful and safe. Thank you Kenneth & team for thinking of every needed item!

Eloide is such a wonderful host. She was there to greet us and made sure we had everything we needed. The unit was just perfect for us., very comfortable and a peaceful location. We loved the beautiful jungle surroundings and enjoyed a swim in the pool. This was a great find and we will be back again! Thank you for having us, Eloide.

Chris is the Man! For context, my girlfriend and I had another bnb in the area that lost power and water for 2 days! I had to book an emergency stay and Chris accommodated and responded swiftly even though it was very short notice. We fell more in love with his property than our original one lol. 10/10 stay loved the vibezz.

If your in St. Theresa, this is the place to be! Really enjoyed every part of our stay. Every restaurant we tried was great & our host was even better! Please look no further, this is your place.

Awesome facility! It was exactly as described. Very quiet. very private, and very safe. The pool is definitely what stood out the most. It was very relaxing. Norwin thought of everything! He was very helpful. We saw a lot of hummingbirds. The bedroom was ample size with plenty of storage. We enjoyed our stay there immensely and look forward to returning.

The location was less than a minute away from the beach. If you like running this is a great place to run on beach or run to Jaco scenic viewpoint. It was quiet and peaceful. It was not far from the restaurants and main city center. The place itself was great with WiFi and AC. I enjoyed resting here after a long day of activities. Spencer was a great host. We stayed one more night and he made it happen easily . I enjoyed that he wrote “Pura Vida” once everything was organized and set. Would stay here again.

This was our first time in Costa Rica and we cannot wait to be back. We’d stay here again, especially loved the proximity to the beach, the daily cleaning of our cool space, beautiful grounds and staff who helped with everything from umbrellas and parking to getting groceries and pinpointing just the right tours for our group with elementary aged kids. (Pro Tip- the night tour they booked for us with shuttle and dinner to Rainmaker was a hit!)

Our family really enjoyed this home - especially seeing the monkeys, having great swings for our daughter to play on, and an amazing rooftop view!! When the pool pump was not working properly, Rafal was there very quickly to fix the timer and was very personable. When in this area, we would definitely stay here again.

The most beautiful airbnb I’ve ever stayed in! Hands down.

Amazing piece of paradise if you are looking for an off the beaten path experience where the ocean isnt far & the river is just a boardwalk length's away. We hesitated about booking bc it seems too good to be true but once Luis met us on the dock & we headed deeper into the river amongst mangroves, when we unloaded and were welcomed with a fresh coconut by the keepers of the property, we instantly knew we didnt want to leave. The hammocks beckoned the two 14 y/o boys to settle in while the other 10 y/o was ready to pick her bed upstairs. Bc we were on a different eco resort before this, we werent able to bring ex snacks & drinks but Lia was able to have cold beer on the ready as the closest large grocery store is a boat ride away. We asked for them to cook. Simple delicious local flavors for food and juices. It was perfect. Can't stress how authentic and fun the tours are- we loved the waterfall hike & wished we had time for the mangrove tours. Def line fish & we loved the experience.

Wonderful Airbnb! Looked exactly like pictures and it was so pretty and peaceful. Was easy to find and felt safe. The only issue was the amount of little bugs everywhere. Everything else was clean. Would be helpful to have more than two towels for guests.

I have been to many Airbnb's around the world and there have been a handful that make me feel like heaven on earth. This is absolutely one of those places. The view is ASTOUNDING!! The home itself is so cool. The owners seem absolutely lovely as we got to meet them in person as they help you check in. The details they accounted for are impeccable. I would live here forever if I could. If you stay here, you will NOT be dissapointed. Sooo much to do in and around Jaco as well which is a relatively quick drive down the mountain. Rqncho Shadday, the restaurant very nearby this place is so nice as well. My family and I loved every single second of our stay here. Please also know the work they would have had to put into this place is immense to create the dreamy space they have. Absolutely loved the stay so very much!!! 20 out of 10 stay!!!

Sure! Here’s a polished Airbnb review you can use: ⸻ We had a wonderful stay! The property is absolutely beautiful and looks exactly like the photos—peaceful, stylish, and thoughtfully designed. It’s in a remote area, which adds to the tranquility, but still close enough to Santa Teresa where you’ll likely spend most of your time. Just be aware that the roads in the area are all dirt and can be a bit rough, so make sure you have a car that can handle the terrain. Overall, a perfect blend of seclusion and access to everything you need. Would definitely stay again!

We had such an amazing time celebrating a milestone birthday. Everything was absolutely perfect. The property is stunning. The rooms were comfortable and immaculate. This was the perfect space to spend a week connecting with friends. We did not want to leave and will definitely be back. I would highly recommend this property if you want a peaceful space with beautiful surroundings but still close enough to everything Santa Teresa has to offer.

Our stay at Steven’s place was incredible. The place looks just as listed and is every bit as stunning. Steven was a very responsive host and was insightful about the area. The roads near the house are a little rough but totally worth it. I would highly recommend staying here.

The tree house was everything I would expect from Costa Rica, no detail was spared. This was an ethereal place that was a perfect distance between both montezuma and Santa Teresa. It was easy to get into town, but also beautiful enough to spend the evening in—watching the storms! When I make my way back to the Nicoya peninsula I will 100% come back to this place

We (family with 2 children , 6 & 3 years old) felt very comfortable on the Fidelito Ranch. The kids enjoyed playing in the garden, feeding and showering the dogs, as well as the great horseback ride with Leon. We greatly appreciated the quiet location, but were also able to get to the larger cities quickly.

This is a beautiful hidden treasure in the jungle. We enjoyed the home and the property. The waterfall is spectacular.

This villa was straight out of a magazine—beautifully designed, clean, and thoughtfully set up for comfort and relaxation. The location couldn’t be better—just a short drive to Monteverde Park and all the top activities in the area. The views from the patio and bedrooms were breathtaking, especially at sunrise and sunset. The hosts were amazing—so welcoming, responsive, and helpful with local recommendations. We couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Highly recommended!

This place is AMAZING! We came here on our honeymoon and were blown away by the beautiful surroundings and the attentiveness of the hosts. The breakfast provided was so nice, and felt like a feast! Even more enjoyable sitting and eating the meal in their outdoor common area, you truly feel like you’re just sitting on a mountain. It was lovely getting to know the hosts. They provided us with fun recommendations on things to do. We drove down off the mountain one of the days and took surf lessons in Samara! One evening we drove about 15 minutes down the road to eat dinner at Restaurante Teosinte (highly recommend checking that out while you’re in the area). Be sure to pay attention to their specific instructions on how to get there, those were very helpful. Especially having a 4x4 is very necessary. The hosts have created a fantastic stay in the mountains of Costa Rica and I’m so grateful they did and offer it available to be enjoyed by others! 10,000x recommend this place!

The place is very beautiful and quiet, the treatment and attention of Xinia was excellent.

It felt like we were staying right in the jungle. Our back porch was a stunning place to enjoy a meal or simply relax. We saw many hummingbirds and could hear the howler monkeys every morning. There are other cabins on the property but the tall plants around the porch gave us plenty of privacy. I especially enjoyed the shower with the living plants in it. We had dinner delivered to us on our first night. It was one of the best pineapple juices I had on the trip. And the dinner was so big we made it into lunch the next day. It’s a quick and scenic drive to downtown Fortuna. Communication with our host was prompt. And when we arrived we met Fernando. He’s a friendly guy. I felt like I could ask him for anything. It was an incredible stay. We were sad to depart. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin with us!

WOW! We loved our stay!! The rolling hills of hydrangeas were absolutely gorgeous, and we enjoyed some lightning bugs and beautiful views of the city in the distance. The cabin was spotless and comfortable. We felt super safe and loved the little wood stove. The area is so fun too! Adrian had some great local recommendations for us. We hope to visit again soon!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️