Contemporary Casita

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1 bedroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Pool
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Ocean view

Explore the area

Uvita, Puntarenas (province)

Catarata uvita
‪18 min walk‬
Uvita Beach
‪5 min drive‬
Marino Ballena National Park
‪6 min drive‬
Palmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Unique, guest casita with an "ocean window view" located on a private 4.2 acre estate. Situated at the end of a private road. Once on the property you are immersed in the sights and sounds of nature. This modern, guest house along with the Main House just above, was designed by Los Angeles architect, James Meraz. The structure is light and airy, offering breathtaking views of the jungle covered mountains to the north as well as an ocean window that looks to the Pacific. The outdoor covered balcony serves as the perfect place for morning yoga, alfresco dining, or just an all around 'chill' space. The only sounds being that of birds and insects. The casita is made up of an open concept living space that includes a brand new , fully equipped kitchen, a separate bedroom, and a bathroom that features a super cool, outdoor rainshower area. There is even a new Infinity edge Plunge Pool that guests can enjoy! What are you waiting for?

Property manager

Dawn Enders

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Parking available

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Adult renters assume responsibility for children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

-No long term rentals (longer than two weeks) -No additional guests other than what is listed on reservation

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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Uvita

Ballena is home to this cabin. 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.

Uvita, Puntarenas (province)

What's nearby

Catarata uvita - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Arco Beach - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Uvita Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Marino Ballena National Park - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
Playa Hermosa - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Restaurants

‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬11 min walk
‪Scala - ‬12 min drive
‪Sibu - ‬1 min walk
‪Pizza Time - ‬2 min drive
‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Contemporary Casita have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Contemporary Casita pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Contemporary Casita?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Contemporary Casita?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Contemporary Casita located?

Situated in Ballena, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool. Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

27 Jan 2024

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

A jungle hideaway

Literally perched in the jungle canopy, this casita was a perfect getaway for me and a great place to use as a base to explore the Southern Pacific Coast of CR. I was drawn to the architecture in the photos and was not disappointed. The drive up is challenging and 4-wheel is a must. In the mornings, I took coffee out to the wraparound deck and identified 15 to 20 birds singing in the surrounding trees. Then there were the howler monkeys...no need for an alarm clock in the morning! Loved it here. The owner and caretaker were perfect hosts.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran F.

21 Feb 2023

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

Wonderfull stay in the jungle in Uvita

we enjoyed our stay high in the mountains and jungle of Uvita overlooking the whales tail. We had fun hiking to the waterfall on the property, watching the beautiful sunsets, swimming in the pool. We spotted scarlet macaws, toucans, aracaris, monkeys, spiders, snakes and other lovely creatures. Be prepared for a long bumpy ride up the mountain side. You need a 4 wheel drive to get here.

Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

8 Apr 2019

Wonderful accommodations in the jungle.

This casita is wonderful. Very tastefully designed and furnished. Also, it is private and secure. Our family had a great stay, along with our friends who rented the larger Morpho house. The kids enjoyed the pool and the waterfall, and we all appreciated the large common area, kitchen, and deck in the main house for group family dinners. I would highly recommend either of these properties.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

22 Aug 2017

Wonderful adventure!

What an amazing property! My family had the best time ever in Costa Rica and this was our base camp for our trip. Only minutes from Uvita, yet we felt like we were all alone in the jungle! Howler monkeys, fireflies, toucans, other colorful birds, bats, big beautiful butterflies all out the front door. The private water fall was the icing on the cake. Pura Vida!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Léa V.

21 Jan 2017

AMAZING VACATIONS!!! WOW!

My husband and i booked the casita in January 2017 for 10 days and it was pure PARADISE! The location is perfect, not too far from all the services , but away from all the sound. You feel like you have the jungle to yourself. Everything is clean and comfortable. The water pressure is so great and the water was always hot for a shower at the end of the day. The pool is just AMAZING! Refreshing and the view on the ocean is just crazy , especially for sunsets. There is also a private waterfall , so pretty and so much fun to swim there everyday. We even spent a few days staying at the house , because we had so much fun at the pool and the waterfall. I highly recommend this place to everyone. The owner and the caretakers were also super helpful and kind. I want to go back every year :)

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

7 June 2015

Perfect location for our Eco research trip

This was an absolutely ideal location for our eco research trip. We stayed for almost two weeks. We are professors exploring biomimicry, in the central pacific coast. We used the Morpho Eco retreat as a homebase. It was such a lovely place to come to after long days of expeditions and exploring the lush local ecology and biomimicry of Uvita, and the central pacific coast. A perfect location and great proximity to Hacienda Baru, Rancho Merced, and Manuel Antonio. All wonderful places to observe and engage in nature. The accommodations are generous, modern, clean. And we loved the large kitchen, and incredible deck, with it's amazing views of the whale tail, excellent for us to unwind and have great dialogue late into the night on natures beauty and intelligence (the evening skies form the deck are spectacular). An added bonus was the waterfall and swimming hole on the property, so rejuvenating. The owners, and mgmt really looked out for us too, since this was our maiden voyage, they offered up great suggestions of places to eat, and sites to explore. We will definitely be coming back! Pura Vida!

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Enders

We purchased the property in 2010 with the intention of building a vacation home for our family. Today, we welcome guests at Malachite Retreat, a private getaway that offers a peaceful respite from the daily grind. If you are a larger group, we also offer Morpho Eco Retreat, a 2 bedroom/ 2 bathroom main house located within the same 4.2 acre estate.

Why they chose this property

Peace and tranquility while only being a 5 minute drive from the laid back town of Uvita. Conveniently located to many amenities.

What makes this property unique

We love the town and people of Uvita. The gorgeous, jungle covered mountains that flow down to the sea reminded us of the Ligurian Riviera in Italy as well as a lusher version of Malibu, California. World class surfing, tons of activities, restaurants, etc.... Pura Vida

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

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