Rancho Pacifico (3) Costa Rica

Offering what may be the finest view of the fabled Whale's Tail and the beaches of Marina Ballena National Park, this new 3 bedroom villa is spacious, secluded and dramatic.

Its clean modern lines contrast boldly to the surrounding rainforested mountainsides and blue Pacific.

Groups of friends are promised lifetime memories from their time spent in this one of a kind tropical haven. Enter through a bamboo gate to your private emeral-green, spring-fed pool overlooking 3,000 miles of Pacific. The pool is surrounded by palms, birds-of-paradise and a host of natural flowers you will recognize from your favorite flower shop. While away the hours on your pool-side patio.

The large main floor comprised of spacious living room and dining area,fully equipped kitchen with modern acid-washed concrete counters and 5 seat bar, and dramatic wrap around balcony. The floors are a unique mix of tile and conchita (ground sea shells) and add authenticity and natural beauty to the rattan furnishings. Lots of lounge chairs adorn the decks and balconies.

The three bedrooms are stacked atop one another offering what one guest called "welcome to the Hotel California!" One bedroom is on the main floor - the other two are reached by separate spiral staircases; one up and one down. They each offer over 450 sq feet of dramatic luxury with 270 views right from their pillowtop king beds. The walls are screens allowing for an intimate connection with the natural abundance all around.

Their adjoining bathrooms are sleek and architectual featuring modern features like double-faucet trough sinks, double his and hers glass enclosed showers and lots of windows. From the shower step directly to the private spa-deck and gasp at the enormity of this tropical spectacle. The vibrant blues and greens provide the perfect backdrop for spa treatments steps away from bed and your private balcony.

Spa treatments can also be taken in the outdoor spa-garden, which haslush flowers and a unique wooden, japanese-style soaking tub. Filled with warm spring water and fresh oil of gardenia, the tub offers an astronomers view at night insuring peaceful dreams in paradise.

Two upstairs bedrooms feature floor to ceiling windows and wrap-around terraces for taking in the sounds and sights of the rainforest all around. King beds or two fulls. Extensive decks and oversized bathrooms open to private tropical gardens, spa treatment areas and private pool.

Comfortably accommodating up to 8 guests, the Whales Tail Villa promises to fulfill all of your Costa Rica dreams.

The villas are located within the grounds of the award winning property - Ranch Pacifico with 65 spacious acres, part of a 250 acre private rainforest preserve that overlooks the sea. Rancho Pacifico accolades include:
Member - Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH)
2007 & 2008 World Travel Awards Nominee
Leading Boutique Hotel, Central and Latin America
Leading Green Hotel, Central and Latin America
Leading Boutique Hotel, Costa Rica