Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pool

Washer

Gym

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Explore the area

Puntarenas Province,, Puntarenas Province,

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

12 min drive

Hacienda Baru

13 min drive

Playa Dominicalito

17 min drive

Quepos (XQP)

50 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Our home is a 3 Bedroom Bungalow. Beautifully landscaped on 2.5 acres in a secure gated community of Costa Verde. 2100 ft above sea level . With pool views of the iconic coastal features of the
Whales Tail , Ballena Island and Three sisters rock formations.
Costa Rica living is all about encountering nature in all its forms, soft breezes and rain, bright sunshine and dappled shade, clouds passing through the great room while you cook breakfast; morning birdsongs, accompanied by howler monkeys in the distance; toucans flying from branch to branch and hummingbirds from flower to flower; hawks and kites soaring high above the treetops; the evening chorus of frogs and insects; and myriad stars splashed across the midnight sky—all this is part of the Casa Carmel experience. The house is perfectly located to make exploring the glories of southwestern Costa Rica as simple as a series of easy day-trips. National Parks, wonderful beaches, picturesque towns and villages, gourmet restaurants; zip-lines, waterfalls, horseback riding, surfing, and many more of the country’s wonders and activities, are minutes away. We are located close to the towns of Uvita and 15 minutes from Dominical. We have a 5 star restaurant ( Scala ) located on our road, as well as the bar Jolly Roger.
There is an outdoor shower with views to the pacific ...
We invite you to stay, You’ll want to return again and again.

Property manager

Corrine

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

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Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Always monitor children in the pool. House towels are for use in house not at beaches. Turn Security cameras back on when leaving the property.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Barú

Located in Barú, this holiday home is in the mountains. Punta Uvita and Marino Ballena National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Puntarenas Province,, Puntarenas Province,

What's nearby

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 12 min drive
Hacienda Baru - 13 min drive
Playa Dominical - 19 min drive
Marino Ballena National Park - 23 min drive
Nauyaca Waterfalls - 25 min drive

Getting around

Quepos (XQP) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

‪Cafe Delicias - ‬15 min drive
‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬16 min drive
‪Tortilla Flats - ‬16 min drive
‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Playa Dominicalito, Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stacee B.

27 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views!

The house has an awesome view. It worked out perfectly for our family and the outdoor shower was a great feature. You must have a 4wd vehicle! We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

19 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic

This property is 15 minutes off the road on a narrow steep dirt road. The gated community has a guard in the station who opens the gate upon leaving or entering. The house is amazing! Great views, well stocked with kitchen equipment, opens up to allow the breezes in. Be sure to close bedroom doors so the air conditioning works in the rooms. It is isolated, quiet so we enjoyed just hanging out there.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

23 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best trip ever

Wow beautiful home and property!! Amazing views! I would not change our stay!!! Thank you

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

4 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway

Our family had a fantastic time staying at this home for the New Years holiday! The house was clean and comfortable, and the views were spectacular! It was quite and private, and we enjoyed taking walks around the neighborhood each morning. The owner was easy to work with and provided a lot of good information before we arrived. We enjoyed doing excursions in the morning and then coming back to swim and relax during the heat of the day. Because this home sits higher up a mountain, it was the perfect temperature (not too hot, not too humid). It was also really convenient to have two restaurants (Scala and Sibu Cafe) and a small store down the hill from the house. We saw lots of birds, could hear the howler monkeys in the distance and had a sloth in the tree outside the kitchen window one day. It was the perfect family getaway!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicoline V.

11 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful calm location, 4x4 needed

You cannot access the last road without a 4x4 car. They don’t let you past the gate if you not have a 4x4. beautiful house. Full equipped kitchen. Very comfortable beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D., Casey Key Beach, FL

4 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly Adventure

Our stay was in the rainy season and it was very enjoyable. Early sunrise offers an amazing tranquil view of the Pacific Ocean, Low tide Whale’s Tail rock shoal, and Osa Peninsula. Each afternoon after hiking the area waterfalls, visiting parks, and indulging in delicious food we watched the afternoon rains and relaxed in this peaceful home in the clouds. Driving the Costa Rica Mountains is an adventure! As mentioned in the listing: 4 wheel drive and day time arrival (at least the 1st day) is not optional (check sunset before booking flights and vehicle rental) we needed 5.5 hrs from out of country SJO arrival to the driveway. Downtown Uvita is a side street off of 34 with The Bakery, Farmstand, Smoothie cafe and local waterfall about 20 mins. Our favorite restaurants were: Pura Videa at Cristal Ballena, La Cusinga at Aracari, La Percela, NFusion, Citrus and of course super close Scala.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

27 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and home.

Excellent private location

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

10 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful mountain top home!

The house was amazing! Very clean and comfortable with all of the amenities that you could need! The view from the back looking down on the beach was spectacular! Extremely comfortable and relaxing environment! Very close to great beaches and the trip to the local waterfall park was amazing. I would not hesitate to stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ishtiaq H., Bolingbrook, IL, USA

23 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

My family (parents, wife and kids) had a fantastic time and really enjoyed the home inside and out. Outdoor landscaping and views of the pacific are fantastic. Everything in the home works, no issues. Very responsive owner.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish S., West

30 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view of the whale’s tail and the surrounding mountains

This 3 bedroom home in gated Costa Verde Estates was perfect for our family. We had excellent communication from the beginning with the owner and then the property manager upon arrival. We saw a lot of birds, parrots, toucans, and heard the Howler monkeys a couple mornings! The yard was beautiful with a large space to workout and do yoga. It’s in a great location about half way between Uvita and Dominical. The kitchen has all one needs for meal preparation. You need a 4x4 to get to the house, but that is very normal for any of the homes with the great views in the mountains. I would recommend this to anyone wanting a clean home with excellent views and a large kitchen and living space to hang out!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

4 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view and perfect home for a family

The views are staggering with peaceful and serene property. The house has a great layout with lots of space for a family and entertaining. Corrine, the owner, is incredibly responsive and helpful when we had questions. The drive to the house is for those who are comfortable with driving on typical Costa Rican roads that are steep and narrow. You must have 4wd to access the property and the roads to the home are well maintained. We will be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ines K., Vernon, USA

31 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true Costa Rica experience

We stayed at Casa Carmel for 6 nights and we did not want to leave. Corinne, the owner, and John the property manager went out of their way to accommodate us last minute. The property has amazing views, a fully equipped kitchen with all appliances (and a blender to make smoothies), and peace and quiet. Things to know: you definitely need a 4x4 to get up the hill, eat at Scala restaurant about 1/2 way up the hill (not cheap but worth every penny), and RELAX on the patio overlooking the whale tale. Pura Vida all the way.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

10 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Light Filled House with all you need

This house was perfect for our few days in Uvita. Clean, simple, elegant, not filled with lots of personal things from the owners. I felt like I walked in a minimalistic gorgeous landscape with all we needed. You definitely need a good 4 wheel drive and it is a trek from the main road, yet we loved it. It is safe and secure in this gated community, with space from other houses. We would stay there again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY J M., AMARILLO

21 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

What an amazing spot! Quite an adventure for my husband and me…amazing views and loved how secluded we were. Definitely will come back! Next time with our kiddos!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad G., Stoney Creek Ontario Canada

6 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect!!

The home is spectacular perched above the sea high in the mountain tops. The cool breeze was perfect, the home is everything you need. John was there to help if we needed it and he is truly a gentleman. We wish we could have stayed longer. Next time and we will be back!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor P.

1 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem 💎

The house is gorgeous, clean and cozy , the views are breathtaking . Beautiful sunsets that set the evening for relaxing swims in the pool . Great restaurants in short distance from house . Amazing experience overall! Planning our next trip back already !

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

1 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Oasis

We very much enjoyed our stay at this property. The owners are very good hosts and they have an awesome property in a great location! Close to all the restaurants and beaches. Everything was perfect from the moment we arrived! The house was beautiful and comfortable it has everything you need. The scenery is amazing. Highly recommend and we will return.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P., Winnipeg Manitoba canada

11 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing beyond belief!

This house is very bright and open - it flows so well with fresh air and the sounds of the wildlife. Corrine, the owner, was very responsive to all inquiries. The road to the house is steep and quite long but once you arrive you will appreciate the drive - stunning views!!! The high altitude created fresh, almost crisp air which was refreshing after spending days in the towns or on the beach. The evening are quite remarkable with absolute quiet, until the early am when the symphony of birds begin. I don't think I've heard as many birds singing together in all of our stays in Costa Rica. One of the fun surprises was watching paragliders sail by every day. Its a great home!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie R.

10 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property indoors and out

Whether you are hanging outside enjoying the view or spending some time inside this place has it all. We booked last minute to extend our stay after spending time at another house in this gated community and are so glad we did. The house is open and big and has everything you need. Outside you can sit back and enjoy being in the mountains with nature. The property manager, John is attentive and very helpful as well as the owners. We would love to go back. The only thing that would have made it even better is if the weather was as nice as the house.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jorge V., Santa Ana, Costa Rica

7 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spacious house near beaches

The house is about 20 mins form the Costanera (main highway) and have to go through steep hills to get there, so definitively a 4x4 vehicule is needed. The gated community is very private and beautiful, and so is the house. Just as it is shown in the pictures, all rooms are are confortable and common areas are well thought and spacious. There is ac in the bedrooms, but because of the breeze that you get in the mountain and the fact that you can open large doors leading to the pool and leave screens close to get protection from insects, we almost did not use the ac at all. The house is very clean and very well maintained, so everything works great. If there is something that you need, John the property manager is available and will do his best to help in a very short time. If you are planning to cook you own meals, the house has the best equipped kitchen, and even and outdoor grill for BBQ. My family and I had a great time, and will recommend this property to anyone wanting to relax and enjoy both mountain and beach in Costa Rica.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F., West Palm Beach, FL

7 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountaintop Majesty

When we walked in, we all said in one form or another, “we should have booked this house for the entire trip.” It is even more beautiful than the photos show. The outdoor shower is a real treat, as are the many birds, sounds, pool, stars, and of course - views!! Tremendous sunsets over the water. Toucans. Howler monkeys. Everything was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

29 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation in Paradise

We had an amazing stay here. The location is phenomenal, with beautiful views of the ocean and surrounded by jungle. We saw toucans, vultures, peccaries, and heard howler monkeys. Very close to both Uvita and Dominical for any shopping, dining, or beach needs. The house was clean, had wonderful breezes, and a nice little pool. It is well appointed, with everything you might need in the kitchen for your home away from home. The outdoor shower is a must! We had chef Reinier come cook dinner for us, and Yolanda came up to give us massages which I also highly recommend. I can not say enough wonderful things about this rental, you will not be disappointed. Do make sure you rent an SUV/4x4 for the drive up the mountain. It’s all part of the adventure!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021