Villa Sueño; A Design Led Private Jungle Retreat

Recognised by Condé Nast Traveller as one of the Best Places to Go in 2026 in Central and South America, Villa Sueño is a design led, fully serviced private villa located in Escaleras; a prestigious enclave on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast. As part of the exclusive StayOne collection , it meets exacting international standards for architecture, service, and guest experience.

Perched like a contemporary treehouse in the heart of the rainforest, Villa Sueño is a tranquil haven of elegance and privacy. Designed by an Italian interior designer, the villa’s refined interiors frame uninterrupted ocean and jungle views, creating a seamless harmony between tropical nature and elevated living. Every detail; from furnishings and finishes to lighting and art; is considered so that you arrive and can simply exhale.

Immersive Nature & Atmosphere

From expansive balconies and the ocean facing patio, you are immersed in the soundscape of the South Pacific coast; tropical birdsong at dawn, rustling rainforest, and the distant rhythm of waves below. Watch toucans, monkeys, and sloths pass by as you sip your morning coffee, or unwind with a glass of wine as the light softens over the jungle canopy.

Golden hour skies over the infinity pool offer daily moments of awe; clouds drifting over the mountains, the horizon glowing in layers of pink and amber. By night, the stars return to centre stage and the villa becomes a serene, lantern lit refuge suspended between rainforest and sea.

Secluded Luxury, Steps from Fine Dining

Villa Sueño is a newly built, fully serviced luxury villa created for discerning travellers who value the comfort and personalised attention of a five star boutique hotel, with the privacy and intimacy of a private residence.

Tucked within lush tropical rainforest and opening onto 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean, the villa is located in Escaleras Village; an exclusive gated and guarded community between Uvita and Dominical on Costa Rica’s southern Pacific coast.

Within just a two minute walk, guests can enjoy some of the area’s finest amenities; dinner at Scala Restaurant, brunch at Sibu Caffè, organic essentials from Alexa’s Wholefood Store, and rejuvenating treatments at a nearby luxury spa. At Villa Sueño you are secluded, yet never remote from thoughtful comforts.

Outdoor Living, Wellness & Garden Indulgence

The villa’s outdoor living areas are designed for indulgent relaxation and an easy connection with nature. Drift between the private infinity pool, the Balinese style balé, generous sun loungers, and shaded terraces; each space oriented towards the ocean and the changing light.

Tropical gardens and fruit bearing trees surround the house, attracting butterflies and birds and offering ingredients for juices and cocktails. A built in outdoor barbecue and dining area make al fresco meals feel effortless; breakfast by the pool, long lunches between swims, or candlelit dinners under the stars.

Wellness amenities include a dedicated yoga platform and a separate air conditioned gym. The gym is fully equipped with a NordicTrack treadmill, Fusion resistance training system with interactive iFIT virtual workouts, free weights, yoga mats, a TRX system, and a medicine ball; creating a complete wellness experience without ever leaving the villa.

Curated Service & Thoughtful Indulgence

At Villa Sueño, service is both intuitive and discreet. Daily housekeeping, concierge support, and optional chef and wellness services allow you to relax fully, knowing that every practical detail is quietly taken care of.

For the ultimate hedonist experience, the villa offers a curated selection of fine wines and spirits, available to enjoy throughout your stay. Your dedicated concierge can arrange private chef prepared meals, personalised mixology evenings, in villa spa treatments, sunrise yoga sessions on the jungle platform, and reservations at the region’s most acclaimed dining rooms.

This page offers a glimpse of the house and its philosophy; for a more detailed overview of what we can arrange during your stay, we invite you to explore our Experiences & Concierge section.

Ocean View Suites for Up to Eight Guests

Villa Sueño comfortably accommodates up to eight guests across four ocean facing bedrooms, each with its own elegant en suite bathroom and private terrace. Every suite has been designed to offer equal comfort, privacy, and a direct connection to the surrounding natural beauty.

Families, couples travelling together, or groups of friends all find a sense of balance here; nobody is relegated to a “lesser” room, and each guest can retreat to their own sanctuary while still sharing communal spaces that encourage time together.

Minimalist Interiors, Maximum Impact

The villa’s contemporary open plan living space is styled with minimalist designer furnishings that exude quiet elegance and intentional restraint; allowing the surrounding landscape to take centre stage. A palette of natural materials and soft, neutral tones creates a calm backdrop for the ever changing colours outside.

Sliding glass doors blur the line between inside and out, opening onto a spacious patio where ocean breezes and jungle views become part of daily life. Every element is designed to frame, not compete with, the villa’s spectacular natural setting, so that the true focus remains on light, horizon, and the feeling of space.

Rainforest Wildlife at Your Doorstep

The lush tree canopy that surrounds the villa frames expansive views of the Pacific Ocean and provides a thriving sanctuary for Costa Rica’s diverse wildlife. This is a place where nature is not visited; it is lived with, day by day.

Howler monkeys, toucans, sloths, and an ever changing cast of rainforest creatures can often be spotted from the villa’s balconies, terraces, or poolside; turning moments of quiet relaxation into magical encounters with nature.

At Villa Sueño, wildlife watching is not an organised activity; it is woven into the fabric of your stay. You wake, dine, read, and dream with the rainforest as your constant, gentle companion.