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Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife!

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Terrace/patio
Pool
Outdoor dining
Pool
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6325.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Uvita, Puntarenas Province
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Catarata uvita
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Palmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife!

This gated, three-bedroom (bedrooms only have A/C, entire home has ceiling fans), property is wonderfully located just minutes from the beaches and restaurants of Uvita.

Guests absolutely love the private swimming pool with views of the nearby Pacific Ocean and Cano Island National Park in the distance (great place for snorkeling, whale watching and ocean tours). Uvita is home to the world-famous 'Whales Tail' beach formation at Ballena National Park, coffee shops, grocery stores, banks and clinics.

The entry level floor has two bedrooms, a full bathroom and free-to-use laundry facilities. One bedroom has two single beds and the other bedroom has a queen sized bed.

As guests go up the stairs and arrive on the second floor, they are welcomed with vaulted ceilings, a spacious open floor plan with a modern kitchen, a TV area with a SmartTV to enjoy Netflix etc, and a wall of windows to enjoy the ocean views, the nearby jungle and the amazing surroundings.

The master bedroom is also upstairs and has a king-size bed with a large en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and dual sinks, providing plenty of space with wonderful views.

The swimming pool and outdoor living space is an absolutely fantastic! There are lounge chairs to relax by the pool and a separate eating area/grill area all on the same level as the patio. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail with the sounds of toucans, scarlet macaws and howler monkeys. What makes our home so special is the observation deck, which puts you out into the jungle, allowing great views and animal encounters.

Uvita is one of the Central Pacific's best kept secrets. The beaches are beautiful, the hills are lush, wildlife is abundant and its the perfect place to surf, horseback ride or just relax.

Our home is professionally cleaned between each guest using all organic cleaners, making the home clean and safe for your arrival. We also supply goats milk hand soaps for your use while staying with us.

If you are looking for a beautiful beach destination that is far less developed than Manuel Antonio, yet offering some amazing food options, Uvita is a fantastic alternative. The highlight is Marino Ballena National Park, featuring the famous sandy "Whale Tail" where migrating humpback whales can be seen just offshore. You can whale watch, dolphin watch or snorkel. There are plenty of other beaches in the area also (Playa Tortuga, Playa Ventanas, Playa Garza - just to name a few).

For the more adventurous guests, there are:
Zipline adventures
ATV Tours
Over a dozen waterfalls to visit. Swimming is optional, weather and safety permitting.
Horseback riding on the beach (even better during a sunset)
Horseback riding to beautiful waterfalls
SCUBA diving at Caño Island
Volunteer at Reserva Playa Tortuga, looking to save turtle eggs, count wildlife or help in other ways.
Night hiking in the jungle
Stand up paddle boarding
Kayaking in the mangroves

Activities for all ages
Butterfly gardens
Cacao learning experience. Cacao is where chocolate comes from and its importance cannot be ignored in the pre-Columbian world.
UNESCO World Heritage site at Finca 6 that has over a dozen pre-Columbian spheres. Scientists still don’t know how they were made and are only recently discovering who made them.
Drive to a number of waterfalls with minimal hiking required
Deep sea fishing
River fishing
Wildlife rescue center where sloths, monkeys and exotic birds are rehabilitated
Over a dozen beaches to enjoy walks, sunsets or relaxing

Uvita also makes a great base for exploring Dominical (12 miles North) which is a fun, funky hippie and counterculturist enclave with great shops, dining, live music, candlelight yoga, spas, bars and beach. The tiny town of Ojochal is 9 miles to the South and is know as one of the best foodie town in Costa Rica. Ojochal also offers easy access to Playa Ventanas, a small and beautiful beach famous for its sea caves.
For those who enjoy golfing, the southern pacific’s only golf course, Osa Golf Course, is an easy 25 minute drive south (they have clubs and carts for rent).
-No smoking inside the property.
-No pets allowed
-No parties or events allowed.
-No unregistered guests or visitors allowed on the property. Maximum overnight guests: 6 (sleeps up to 6 adults). Minimum age to rent: 21
-For each guest over the initial two, there will be a $10/night additional charge added to account.
-No children under the age of eight years old without owner consent. This policy is due to high, non-fenced in areas that pose a fall danger. No children under the age of eight years old without owner consent. This policy is due to a non-fenced in pool

Property manager

Casa La Vista Homes
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Uvita

Located in Ballena, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands 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.
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Uvita, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Arco Beach - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 14 min drive - 5.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private, pool, A/C, 3 min to beach/town, ocean view, lots of wildlife! located?

Located in the heart of Ballena, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia. Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

William F.

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

Beautiful Home

Great stay beautiful house a couple of issues with the A/C and master bedroom shower but overall a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Spectacular home

From the moment we arrived we were blown away by the attention to detail, cleanliness and beauty of the property. The home and kitchen were well equipped with everything we needed and situated in an excellent location with stores, restaurants and local attractions within a few minutes drive. The host Natasha was excellent at communicating and was very responsive the entire time from checking in, to checking out. She also made several restaurant recommendations and answered all my questions prior to coming to Uvita. Thoughtfulness, such as a bowl full of fresh fruit upon arrival was a nice added touch. The beds were comfortable and the outdoor space including the pool, were a dream! Only the bedrooms had air conditioning so the house did get extremely warm( the one and only negative). Not much of a breeze flows through this property. Still, even with that we can't recommend this property enough. If you're looking for the perfect getaway, look no further.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross G.

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

Beautiful Casa La Vista

A beautiful house at the top of an exciting drive that absolutely requires a 4x4 vehicle.Cofmy beds, fully equipped kitchen. A/C in bedroom only. Excellent infinity pool. Absolutely great time. Recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David P.

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

Uvita stay Feb 2025

House is beautiful and we’d stay there again - the property management team was excellent, with very good communication and prompt resolution of issues. The only 3 issues with the house to be aware of. 1. The kitchen/living area is not air conditioned and can be very hot, especially the first day when all the windows are closed up. 2. The screens don’t fit properly in many windows, so bugs come in the gaps. 3. The downstairs bedrooms are very musky smelling. All in all the property is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful home surrounded by wildlife

Everything was beyond expectation! Tastefully decorated, clean, fully stocked kitchen, gorgeous pool and views. We loved the Toucans, parrots, Capuchins, and Howlers. We plan on returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Amazing property in an amazing place!

While traveling with my family of 5, this house provided an amazing base for us to explore this beautiful country from. The house is large, flawlessly clean and in good order and situated right on the hillside surrounded by forest. We spotted macaws and toucans from the pool and could hear the howler monkeys in the distance (sometimes maybe not so distant) while enjoying our morning coffee. Natasha was accessible and easy to communicate with when we had questions. The lower level wifi did not work for the duration of our stay and I noted some other reviews mentioned this. This wasn't too important to us on this trip, but thought I'd mention it for anyone who that might be of importance to. Great hosts, beautiful place and an immaculately clean and wonderful home to stay in!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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

Uvita Vacation

The property was very nice - clean, well maintained and comfortable with plenty of room and space for socializing as well as spending solitary time just enjoying the natural surroundings. Natasha was exceptionally helpful regarding all aspects of the property as well as assisting us with information and links regarding local attractions and tours. We had a very comfortable, exciting adventure in Uvita and surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray H.

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

Great Location for Wildlife!!

Beautiful house; very nice location. Natasha answered all our questions and made certain that everything went smoothly. Our excursions were cancelled due to the hurricane, but we enjoyed our stay at the house, and Chef Maria outdid herself on our last night! Highly recommend a meal by Maria!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

john W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Uvita Vacation

Overall we had a wonderful time during our stay in Uvita. The pros and cons are as follows: The PROS - The house and grounds were beautiful as advertised. The pool, outside covered pagoda, and views were great. The inside living space and master BR with bath were very comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with small appliances, utensils, etc. The communication with the property manager was very good, along with help in arranging pre-stocked provisions, outside excursions, restaurant/shopping recommendations and a wonderful 5 star chefs dinner at the house among others. The CONS - The "air conditioned" is a little deceptive. Outside of the bedrooms there is no A/C, only ceiling and floor fans making it uncomfortable to be in the house during the day. The cooking situation was very difficult as there was no oven in the kitchen and the advertised outside grill was non-existent. It made for a lot of un-anticipated and costly dinners out. After several discussions with the property manager we did finally get a grill on the second to last day of our stay. The refrigerator water and ice maker was also broken. One maintenance issue did pop up. Evidently there was some sort of leak in the two downstairs bedrooms A/C condenser that dripped water through the ceilings and created a strong musty odor throughout our stay. We notified management, I guess significant repairs will need to be made. Better A/C and more cooking options would have made our stay a truly 5 star experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea K.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

Our stay here was perfect! Our entire family loved it!!! Natasha was such a wonderful help throughout our whole stay and everyone around town was so nice. Even though it says to in the listing be sure to rent a 4x4 vehicle, you will NEED it for the drive away and many other locations during your stay! The kids are already asking when we will be going back!!!!! The pool was lovely and being surrounded by very friendly toucans, macaws and a sloth made it even more special. Can't wait to come visit again with our newest addition <3
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lanette W.

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

Gorgeous home

Natasha was an exceptionally good host. Home was beautiful and well kept. Views and sunsets amazing!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanal K.

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

Part of paradise!

My family of 6 (my hubby and I and our 4 boys) absolutely LOVED this incredible home! It is so well equipped with EVERYTHING you can think off! It is spacious, AC’s in each bedroom, huge windows, toucan birds above the stunning swimming pool, a sloth who frequently visits and monkeys howling now and again. The property manager Natasha and her husband Yerry is fantastic!! She is so kind and friendly, responds immediately when needed and her recommendations were spot on. She also speaks fluent English being from Canada originally. Natasha honestly became a friend. We were truly sad to leave this amazing property!!! It was the best 12 days in the jungle but 8mins from the beach. The local grocery store is 10mins drive, and there are lots of restaurants to choose from. If I could give this property 20/10 I would’ve lol The owner honestly made this a home away from home
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Amazing Uvita Property!

The house was amazing and everything that we expected and more from the listing! It has gorgeous views and is impeccably maintained. Natasha (the property manager) went above and beyond. She met us to make sure we got to the property okay, walked us through the house making sure to answer any questions, kept in contact during the stay, was a great resource for questions and met us on our day of departure to help us check out. This was the best VRBO experience we have had (and we have had some amazing ones)!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Great house. Great location.

Spent nearly 2 weeks in Uvita Costa Rica. This is a very nice house that a great view. We really enjoyed being on the balcony and being able to look at the ocean from the pool. The wild life we saw from the balcony was great as well. We saw some howler monkeys in the trees right next to the balcony a few of the mornings. There were several tucans that visited us and we even saw a sloth on the last day! We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan & Trish S.

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

Uvita - June 15-21

The house, the town of Uvita, the restaurants, the excursions, Natasha - all so wonderful and an vacation we will never forget! In the morning and afternoons we saw sloths (2 of them!), toucans, monkeys, and lizards. We would have loved to stay longer in this beautiful country but hope to be back. Thank you Natasha ☺️
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie A.

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

Great place to stay !

It was perfect for the 3 of us. the location was perfect, the view is amazing and we got to have monkeys playing right next to us the very first morning. we saw Toucans, Macaws and many other birds. The property manager, Natasha, was very helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Two weeks in Uvita

Great property and location. Host Natasha, was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diyego C.

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

Great Stay in a Great Area

The property was beautiful. It was in a great area with many places to eat along with many excursions to do less than 10 minutes away. The view from the pool was awesome! We saw lots of wildlife from the comfort of the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri W.

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

Beautiful house with an amazing view!

We loved our stay at this beautiful home! The house was equipped with everything we needed from plenty of bath and beach towels to a fully stocked kitchen and even a cooler to take to the beach. And, the house was VERY clean! We enjoyed having the pool right on the deck and loved the view from the deck. A pair of Toucans made that house their place to visit daily, which was very entertaining for us. We also saw Macaws daily and monkeys in the distant trees. Natasha, the property manager was so attentive and helped us with everything we needed, including securing us beach chairs and umbrella rentals at Playa Hermosa. The location is great because you feel a part of the rainforest, but can still see the ocean off in the distance. It would have been nice to be able to walk to the local restaurants, but you will have to drive from the house to get to town. It's not far, but the road is very steep to get to the house. I would HIGHLY recommend this wonderful home to anyone who plans to visit beautiful Uvita, Costa Rica!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Beautiful setting and a great pool!

My sister and I - both 65+ - stayed here in March 2024. The house was immaculate and comfortable. There was a lot of outside patio area overlooking jungle and a slightly obscured ocean view. It was a great spot to view birds and other wildlife. Toucans, Aracaris, Scarlet Macaws and Parrots were among the many birds that perched nearby. From the covered outdoor dining area we also saw white face monkeys and an impressively large iguana in the trees. The pool was lovely - deep enough, large enough, and warm enough for us to spend a lot of time in it. The property manager, Natasha, was very responsive when we needed information from her. The one thing that wasn't clear to me before we got there that might be useful for future renters to know is that the entry is on a first floor where two of the three bedrooms and one of the bathrooms are located (along with the laundry room), while the kitchen, living area, primary bedroom, outdoor space and pool are on the second floor. So - the primary bedroom is not only much larger but also has a better view than the other two bedrooms. There is also currently no wifi on that first floor, although Natasha told us that they expect to upgrade their wifi this summer (2024) so that it will be throughout the house later this year. Overall we really enjoyed our stay at Casa La Vista and would definitely consider returning in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

sandra b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great

Natasha was so amazing, there’s no air conditioning in the upstairs, so it was supper hot, no wild animals just lots of highway noise.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Grand Rapids, MI

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

Fantastic!!

This property is a gem! The online picture's don't do it justice, this is a beautiful secluded oasis. We saw toucan's daily, monkey's, iguana's and macaws. We were looking to get away and this place did not disappoint. Natasha was wonderful to work with and helped us with planning. She is very attentive and knowledgeable of the area. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramona I.

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

Traumhaft

Wir haben den Aufenthalt in diesem tollen Haus sehr genossen. Es war sehr sauber und es ist alles vorhanden, was man benötigt. Wir hatten täglich Besuch von einem Tucan Pärchen. Am letzten Tag dann kam uns ein Dreifingerfaultier besuchen, was natürlich das absolute Highlight war. Vielen Dank Natasha für Deine Hilfe und Deinen stets freundlichen Kontakt.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie N.

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

Stunning!

Everything about the property was amazing! The location was perfect, the pool was amazing, the beds were extremely comfortable. Tons of wildlife - birds, monkeys, and the daily visit from the toucans. Amazing view of the pacific. I highly recommend having dinner prepared by the private chef, we had it our arrival day - it was absolutely delicious and so nice not to have to worry about figuring out dinner after a long travel day. Natasha was very responsive and great to work with. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jazz F.

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

Great time

The kitchen of the house is very well equiped and the sunsetview is breathtaking. Natasha and the owner of the house really know what guest need. Natasha was so friendly and welcoming, we had such a great stay and enjoyed it very much. Thank you very much:)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Casa La Vista Homes

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One of the advantages of reserving with us, is the professional assistance and the appropriate level of communication and support from our local and knowledgeable staff.

We will assist you with booking your tours, securing your rental car or scheduling in-home services, such as a private chef or a massage. Guests will meet in downtown Uvita and we will take you to the home, less than 5 minutes away.

What makes this property unique

We have two separate ocean views, an infinity pool, an observation deck that extends into the jungle, all while being pampered in a luxury home setting. We are 5 minutes from town and the ocean yet you will feel as though you are alone in the jungle.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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