Family-friendly vacation rentals in Osa

This home is incredible. It is absolutely worth the trip. We were looking for something in mid or southern pacific coast, ultimately decided on uvita for a less touristy vibe but still close to lots of activities. It was the right choice. The home is beautiful and so inviting. Licho and his wife are incredible hosts. We had them cook almost every meal. Everything was delicious! It was very appreciated because we were so tired at the end of each day! There is a waterfall 5 minutes away with great jumping platforms. There are delicious restaurants near by, and the beach was about 7 minute drive. There was tons of wildfire in the backyard, with plenty of visits from monkeys. We hooked everything through Licho including our tours, rental car, and ride to and from SJO. You can do great excursions from town which is a 5 minute drive. If we’re ever back in Costa Rica we would absolutely stay here again!

My sister and I stayed here for 3 nights and we were very pleased with the place!!! It is up a mountain and away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to Uvita and everything you need! It feels like your own little piece of paradise surrounded by wild life and lots of beautiful plants. We saw a monkey in the tree upon arrival. The river is so close that you can hear it and it’s super peaceful!! Very beautiful water falls near by, the national park, and the beach!!! I will say I don’t know if we would’ve made it up the mountain and to the resort without a 4x4! Also, I must note that the upstairs and downstairs unit are separate. The bedroom is upstairs and the bathroom is downstairs. So, if you’re like me and have to use the bathroom in the middle of the night you do have to go outside and downstairs to use the bathroom!!! But it was really no problem. Incredible place for the price! Highly recommend 😌

This property is truly amazing. The house and pool and landscaping are all stunning, and the views cannot be beaten. The house was stocked with everything we needed. Dominical beach is about a 7-8 minute drive. The service from Esteban and Oscar and the others was first-class.

It is an amazing and magical place and we just loved to stay at this house! We were sad to leave this lovely view with perfect pool and jacuzzi! Very nice and comfortable rooms and wonderful garden. Tonjo and Flora are very kind and we loved everything about her food she prepared for us :) ! We enjoyed every single moment and would love to come back any time!

Not only is Steve a super host but so is his caretaker Miguel. Warm smile accommodating and a great human. We saw him in town and he directed is to a better beach. Which turned out to be my favorite in the world. Have stretch of sand. Warm water. Free. Serene ocean meets the jungle for as far as the eye can see If you like swimming in a rushing river, a quick hike through the jungle, lagoon, pool, beautiful landscape etc. I could go on but I'm sure I couldn't do it justice. Love this spot and would recommend to anyone

Before I dive into how wonderful this home is, here’s a tip: rent a 4x4 vehicle for your stay. The house is located up a mountain, and Ubers are extremely expensive—$30–$35 just to get to the base of the mountain, and up to $80 one way to visit the nearby waterfalls. Planning ahead will save you a lot of money and give you more freedom to explore. Now, about the house—it’s absolutely stunning. Spacious, spotless, and beautifully designed, it truly felt like a luxury retreat. The host was incredibly kind and helpful, and the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Nothing was overlooked. The bedrooms are cozy and serene, with super soft sheets and very comfortable beds—we all slept soundly every night. The bathrooms are large, featuring double sinks, walk-in closets, and showers designed to feel like you’re bathing outdoors—with views even from the shower! If you’re looking for a beautiful, clean, & peaceful home with jaw-dropping views, your search is over!

Tout simplement l’endroit et l’expérience la plus enrichissante de notre séjour. La ferme de Yos & Osvaldo est un oasis au beau milieu de la jungle. Ce n’est pas uniquement un séjour dans une ferme costaricienne, c’est un projet ambitieux, une expérience authentique dans un coin reculé du Costa Rica géré par deux personnes exceptionnelles de part leur courage et les nombreux savoir de la vie/survis dans la forêt. Un grand merci à Yos pour son hospitalité et à Osvaldo pour les conversations très intéressantes sur la faune et la flore, le bricolage et la vie en général. Si vous voulez vivre une “aventure” au Costa Rica : vous êtes au bon endroit ici.

This location is outstanding! Our family had a wonderful time enjoying the property, the local hotel, and local wildlife!! We hope to be back! Thank you to Indra for your hospitality.

We loved our peaceful 3 night stay in Finca de Nada's private open air house right on the Golfo Dulce, immersed in the flora and fauna of the rainforest. It has a well equipped kitchen, comfy beds and hammock, and private areas to swim. We loved exploring the grounds and seeing all of the plants, birds, insects, and other wildlife. We recommend quick dry clothing to stay comfy and candles for tranquil evenings. There were no mosquitos or flies for those concerned. The caretaker, Cholo, was very friendly, arranged our boat shuttle on time, and was unphased by taking us to the house during a storm. We would definitely stay here again.

We stayed here for one week during our two week honeymoon. Drake bay appealed to us because of Corcovado and unspoiled natural surroundings of the Drake Bay Area. The Airbnb is in a fantastic location, situated just outside of Drake Bay. It felt very private, right on the beach. The property is beautiful, we loved being visited by scarlet macaws and white face monkeys. Our host, Alexis, was absolutely phenomenal. She helped with all our tour bookings, local recommendations and checking in each day to see if we needed anything. Alexis went above and beyond, and was the best host we’ve ever encountered. I would highly recommend staying at La Joyita, it’s a little piece of paradise that we will remember forever.

We’ve lived in Costa Rica and been to almost every corner of the country. Natalia’s property and guest house is one of a kind and incredibly special. Only thing to be aware of is that there is only A/C in the master bedroom and it gets quite humid (expected). Wonderful place to stay and be truly immersed in the south coast.

Great location walkable to the beach or restaurants. Place is in it's own little private area and you don't notice the neighbors.

What a magical place! In the mountains yet 10 min away from the beach. From the outdoor kitchen, to the bedrooms, to the pool - the premises were fantastic! Lori is a very thoughtful and attentive host. She was available at all time and was helping us with the extra requests. I would go back !

Top Haus mit grandioser Aussicht mitten in der Natur. Direkt von der Terrasse aus sahen wir unzählige Vögel, sogar Tukane. Super Betten, gut ausgestattete Küche grosser Pool und Esstisch auch für 10 Personen, einwandfreies WLAN und unkomplizierte, schnelle Kommunikation mit dem Host. Es fehlte an nichts. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen und würden sofort wieder kommen.

If you’re looking for a 5 star resort it’s not for you It’s more like camping in a beautiful house surrounded by wildlife and basically a private beach Staff was wonderful Chon the chef was amazing. A must !! Think we ate every meal there The road in is long and bad A good 20 minutes one way so plan your trips into town accordingly

We had such a sweet, relaxing and comfortable stay here. Michele greeted us with fresh pineapple juice and homemade cookies. She was available if we needed her. The pool was heavenly! We saw (and heard!) so much incredible wildlife from the comfort of our patio. You really feel like you’re immersed in the jungle, in the safest friendliest way. No AC but the pool cools you right off. Hot showers available if you’re into that kinda thing. Very minimal biting insects. Curious, friendly resident basilisk lizards, howler monkeys, scarlet macaws and toucans. Kitchen was well stocked and easy to use. Anything we needed but couldn’t find, Michele provided with ease. Gorgeous sunset over the ocean views every day. Totally worth the long bumpy ride up the mountain for this little oasis out of town. We would love to return!

If you're looking for a spot just off the beaten path with the beauty of the rainforest right at your fingertips and the coast just a short walk away, then this is the place for you. The layout and outdoor living spaces of the home allow you to enjoy the toucans, scarlet macaws, hummingbirds and even monkeys if you have a keen eye. The howler monkey was hard to spot, but he put on quite a show! You'll spot wildlife along the path to the beach as well, so enjoy the short walk. After you've spotted the iguana and what we thought was an agouti, you'll find the truly semi-private beach. We will miss the magic of the coast and rainforest for sure. Uvita is just a short drive away and we liked that it wasn't heavily congested. You'll find a waterfall close to Uvita and we discovered the hidden gem of a restaurant called Tilapias El Pavón. All that to say, we loved the location. It was peaceful and had everything we needed for the perfect beach vacation.

Uvita is nothing short of amazing. The house is beautiful, a little wear and tear but overall a great house. Couple things to note, the sun rises around 5am and it gets bright, so bring a sleep mask if that will bother you. It gets dark early and maps are a little tricky so get comfortable with finding the house before venturing out at night. Having housekeeping was great and all the assistance for excursions, car rentals, and transfers was super helpful. Make sure you go to los laureles. Great food and wonderful people. The ATV tour was really fun, highly recommend the 2 seaters. Definitely recommend close toed water shoes, getting to the beaches in Costa Rica can be a little tricky and they’re great if you go to waterfalls (which you definitely should go to Uvita waterfall and slide down the waterfall!) use google maps, Waze will mislead you. Enjoy this beautiful country and home!

Vivi and Jorge were wonderful at making sure that we had everything we needed. Midweek, they came through to exchange towels and take out the trash. The location at the beach was so beautiful. We were able to swim in the ocean every day when the tide was low we were able to walk into town, there were trinkets to buy and great restaurants in Dominical. There were beautiful birds around the place, and it was very easy for us to go both north and south along the coast with a rented car. I can’t wait to come back!

Great place, beautiful house in an amazing part of the world. For future reference, the road to get there in the rainy season is wet and muddy, we had a 4x4 with no problems but I imagine an economy car without the insurance wouldn’t be the best idea. Also the AC is only in the master bedroom, there’s 4 beds in there but the other two rooms have just strong fans

Semaine de rêve dans cette villa perchée dans les hauteurs de Dominical. Piscine, jardin et nature incroyables. Intimité exceptionnelle. Maison disposée de façon unique. Espace extérieur très convivial. Des hôtes attentifs et sympathiques. Activités, plages et facilités à proximité. Tout y est pour profiter pleinement d’un séjour mémorable. Merci.