Casa Tilli

My fiance and I decided on Costa Rica because we are active and the pictures of this house. The house and views from it were absolutely amazing! From day one the rental management team, You Get Here, was so helpful and made our trip so much easier. If this isn't the house for you then check out their website because going through them is so worth it! As for this house, the interior and exterior was very clean and had everything you needed to be relaxed, make your own meals, and especially drinks! The pool and outdoor area is a great place to relax and just look out into the Pacific. The shower is so cool too! Just live a little and take one outside. We went in early August which is the beginning of the wet season, which means there is a chance of storms everyday, but we loved it. Don't let it hinder your plans! There would be nights where there would be stars over the house, but storms out over the ocean. It was amazing. Still 80s every day. We saw all kinds of birds at the house, but no luck and monkeys or sloths. The other reviews are right about the drive up to the house, but after a couple times its not that bad and sometimes a little fun. The estates are well kept and there is lots to explore within it. We ran into the HOA president and he told us so much information about the area and that there are waterfalls all around the property. We didn't make it to them, but look for a blue gate as you go towards the park. The house is only 7-10 minutes Dominical and Uvita once you get to the bottom of the hill and the same to several great beaches. We did whitewater rafting that was scheduled through Steve. Make sure you go with Dominical Rafting Adventures. They are truly the best and most fun. We also had in house massages that were amazing and a great deal! Overall we would recommend this house and location for a vacation to anyone. We can't wait to go back!

I cannot say enough about this house! We had 8 adults here for a week for my daughter's 30th birthday celebration trip. It was the best place to call home for the week! We loved spending time there in the mornings and evenings. We cooked breakfast every day and most dinners there. It was a great location for Dominical and Uvita, close to shopping, beaches and restaurants. It was also a great rate given we went in the off season. But the weather was awesome and although I was not excited about going during the rainy season it was not too hot or humid and the rain was no problem at all. The open air design of the home lends to outdoor living and staying cool but the bedrooms all have AC. If needed. We had housekeeping come once during our stay and we were there when they came but they were very respectful and went about their duties without disturbing us whatsoever. I highly recommend this home for larger groups who want a beautiful place to call home base for their vacation.

I noticed there were not a lot of reviews for this location, so I really tried to keep that in mind as we stayed for 6 nights at Casa Tilli. Here are the items I think worth noting.

PROS - AMAZING View!!! Picturesque and with the sounds of the jungles (howler monkeys, toucans and other bird varieties) it was the best way to start and end your day - Amentities - EVERYTHING that you might need they had. We cooked several meals there because of this and it was awesome. - PRIVACY - You are up on a hillside and I think that the only traffic we heard was the gardener and a few random cars. Very private...not gonna lie we walked around naked a lot...that private 🙂 -POOL was a game changer for our 4 year old. Perfect for small kids and parents alike with the multiple levels. She is quite the swimmer now.

CONS - - THE ROAD it's about 10 minutes off highway and it is rough, but doable. Just gets kind of old after several days. - THE BUGS. You can avoid, but if you happen to not lock up tight and have a light on...get ready for thousands!!!! - GUEST ROOMS - this is mentioned in another review, but the master is attached and the 2 guest rooms are not. We had a 4 year old and the distance and detachment from house worried us and we ended up sleeping in the adjacent guest room. This was good from a bug management, but not the most romantic ;). If you have older kids or all adults this shouldn't be too much of an issue -POWER OUTAGES - you are in the jungle so it happens and luckily they have lanterns, but I just thought that I would mention. Not a big deal for us.

All in all this was a fantastic getaway. Claudia who helped us was super responsive and nice.

Uvita is an awesome town with fantastic beaches close by. I would recommend Playa Venatas (about 10km south of Uvita). Sea caves, secured parking and a relatively private beach with some shade options. We loved it!!

Dominical (about 20km north of Uvita) has AMAZING food options and Sunsets if you get a chance to see one.

Thank you for making our family vacation a success!

I'll do this in a list format of the positive things and the ones that while not positive some travelers will want to be aware of them. Positive -

1. Kitchen is the best equipped of any home we have rented - owners have thought of everything including spices, plastic wrap, tin foil, all the "little things" on top of great appliances, dishware, glasses etc.
2. The view is incredible and the fact that all bedrooms, living room, and kitchen face the Pacific ocean with a wall of windows/sliding doors makes you want to catch every sunrise and sunset.
3. Great design having the master separate from the other two bedrooms.
4. King beds in every room and all were very comfortable.
5. Can tell that the interior was done by a professional designer - very tasteful.
6. Great pool overlooking the Pacific - just the right size for the home.
7. Management staff are all awesome and VERY responsive. They will book your tours etc. We had a problem with the internet and they got right on it. All very friendly as well.
8. Full sized washer & dryer was great since we have teenage boys.
9. Perfect area of Costa Rica just enough restaurants, but not overdeveloped.
10. Lots to do in the area zip-line, whales-tail beach, canyoning, white-water rafting etc

If you need high-speed internet to log-on to a Citrix based system or server that's not going to be there consistently - the Wifi is more of a "Hot-Spot" - for travelers that need to stay connected for business it is not ideal - nothing that the owner can do - it is a rural part of CR.

Definitely get a 4-Wheel Drive - the house has a great view but you have to get to the top of the mountain to have it - the "roads" up it require a 4X4 it will take you 10 minutes up & down to get into town.

The local grocery stores are well stocked with the staples, though if you need any specialty items bring them with you.

Overall a great home, beautiful views, superbly managed - and a great value! It looks just like the photos on the website!

Pura Vida!

I'll do this in a list format of the positive things and the ones that while not positive some travelers will want to be aware of them. Positive - 1. Kitchen is the best equipped of any home we have rented - owners have thought of everything including spices, plastic wrap, tin foil, all the "little things" on top of great appliances, dishware, glasses etc. 2. The view is incredible and the fact that all bedrooms, living room, and kitchen face the pacific ocean with a wall of windows/sliding doors makes you want to catch every sunrise and sunset. 3. Great design having the master separate from the other two bedrooms. 4. King beds in every room and all were very comfortable. 5. Can tell that the interior was done by a professional designer - very tasteful. 6. Great pool overlooking the Pacific - just the right size for the home. 7. Management staff are all awesome and VERY responsive. They will book your tours etc. We had a problem with the internet and they got right on it. All very friendly as well. 8.Full sized washer & dryer was great since we have teenage boys. 9. Perfect area of Costa Rica just enough restaurants, but not overdeveloped. 10. Lots to do in the area zip-line, whales-tail beach, canyoning, white-water rafting etc Things to be Aware of for Some Travelers - If you need high-speed internet to log-on to a Citrix based system or server that's not going to be there consistently - the Wifi is more of a "Hot-Spot" - for travelers that need to stay connected for business it is not ideal - nothing that the owner can do - it is a rural part of CR. Definitely get a 4-Wheel Drive - the house has a great view but you have to get to the top of the mountain to have it - the "roads" up it require a 4X4 it will take you 10 minutes up & down to get into town. The local grocery stores are well stocked with the staples, though if you need any specialty items bring them with you. Overall a great home, beautiful views, superbly managed - and a great value! It looks just like the photos on the website! Pura Vida! Cary