See all properties
Save
Entire home

Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!

Photo gallery for Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!

Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Uvita, Osa, Puntarenas
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Catarata uvita
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

About the area

Ballena

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 2 bathrooms and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fenced private garden, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers an outdoor pool, concierge services and a garden. Plus you'll find barbecues. .With a stay at this Ballena holiday home, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Punta Uvita and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Marino Ballena National Park.
View more Holiday homes in BallenaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Punta Uvita - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Catarata uvita - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 18 min drive - 6.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!

Casita Uvita is a serene, quiet vacation home, perfect for couples and families! Float in the refreshing private pool and watch monkeys swing nearby! A 10 minute walk to National Park Playa Ballena and the famous Whale's Tail beach! The National Park Playa Ballena has a daily entry fee of 3,000 colone/p/p, appx. $6. Many beaches are free or have a small parking fee. Close to dozens of tours; horseback riding, bird watching, fishing, surfing, whale/dolphin watching, ATV, zip lining, kayaking, and wildlife sanctuary. In the heart of Uvita with lots of excellent restaurants, shops, grocery stores and banks. No 4x4 is required! Start your day in paradise by sipping delicious Costa Rican coffee out on the poolside patio, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Marvel at the sight of Scarlet Macaws, Toucans, Iguanas and White Face Monkeys in the tree tops! After a fun filled day on a tour or at the beach, rinse off and refresh in the outdoor garden shower. Prepare amazing meals with fresh locally grown food in the fully appointed air conditioned kitchen. BBQ poolside, or have a private chef spoil you for your special occasion! You'll enjoy a great nights sleep in the air-conditioned comfy downstairs master king bedroom and queen second bedroom, with shared full bathroom. Upstairs there is an air conditioned open loft with two more queen beds. There is no indoor living room, however the spacious covered outside patio has a couch, 8 person dining table and numerous lounge chairs.
The home sleeps 8 comfortably. Please be sure to enter the correct number of guests, as we have a discounted base rate for smaller groups, and an additional per person charge for larger groups. Watch the hummingbirds hover through the beautifully landscaped grounds, with all varieties of fragrant tropical flowers and mature trees. Access this conveniently located corner of paradise with a 2 wheel drive vehicle (no 4x4 is necessary), and park it under the shaded carport.
Our coastline is dotted with pristine waterfalls and beautiful uncrowded beaches perfect for surf, boogie board, long walks and lazy afternoons. You could stay for weeks in our area, enjoying the dozens of amazing restaurants, relaxation and adventure tours for young and old alike, and an incredible abundance of wildlife and natural beauty. We provide our guests a wealth of detailed information, tour/beach/waterfall/restaurant recommendations, introduction to our tour concierge and rental car agencies. Book your next amazing vacation with us today!

Property manager

Tom and Christine

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 3-102-678653

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!?

Yep, Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! is a short 13-minute walk from Uvita Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find motor boats.

Does Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! have a pool?

Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! has a pool.

Is Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and an outdoor pool, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!?

No, Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4!?

No, pets are not allowed.

Pool, A/C in all rooms, 10 minute walk to beach/restaurants/town, BBQ, NO 4x4! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Very wonderful home, good communication from owner. Had it Envision week - closely located. Only complaints was the air condition was a bit loud and one broke mid week and the pool could have been tended a bit more. Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Was a great place to stay in Uvita. Really close to the national park. Communication and check in was excellent and it was easy to set up activities through them. Fit all 7 of us comfortably and the grounds were so beautiful. It was fun to bird watch in the back patio area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey T., Appleton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Our family enjoyed our stay here. We love this house. The property was beautifully landscaped, outdoor shower and the pool were an added bonus. We were able to see many different birds, lizards and butterflies that visited us each day. The property is secure and the neighborhood felt safe. We visited the Whale's Tale, went snorkeling (which was fantastic) and kayaked the mangroves. We could walk to plenty of restaurants and some shopping. The town of Uvita has a laid back atmosphere, not overcrowded and the beach has some of the best sunsets. We would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Envision F., Uvita, Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness
****** Incredible Experience *****
Tom and Christine were amazing hosts with excellent communication. The location and beautiful home with all of the amenities allowed our group to have an incredible experience while visiting for Costa Rica for Envision Festival.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy B., Rexburg, Idaho 83440

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for price
Nice house close to town. Well equipped, fun pool, excellent hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C., Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We spent 8 nights at Tom and Christine’s with our 3 young children - 5yrs and younger. We had a fantastic time! The house was very well equipped with everything we needed. Tom was quick to locate and drop off a high chair for our youngest. The home is beautiful and very well laid out. We spent the mornings at the beach and our afternoons by the lovely pool. The kids loved playing in the garden as well. Lots of space! And quiet! Tom and Christine’s is the perfect retreat - quiet and peaceful. A car is a necessity, but definitely worth it! Most of the beaches nearby require an admission fee. Ventanas was our favourite! We would definitely stay at this wonderful spot again! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shalana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casita Uvita Vacation
We recently returned from our Costa Rica vacation where we spent 4 days at Casita Uvita. This was a perfect piece of paradise to spend a few days at the end of our road trip. We’re a family of four with two young kids (2 and 5) and this property was wonderful for us. Very private on a quiet street about a 10 min walk to the national park entrance (maybe longer if you’re walking with two kids - but doable!). The gardens and greenery around the property make it feel like you’re right in the rainforest - we seen so many beautiful birds while sitting at the pool area. Everything you need is available at the casita, the kitchen was well equipped and everything was clean and comfortable. As some people mentioned in previous reviews, there is no indoor seating area or tv but we never once missed it as the outdoor space is so beautiful at all times of day - rain or shine. Communication prior to and while there was super easy with Tom and Christine and they were both kind and helpful with any questions we had about the casita or the surrounding area. Check in and check out couldn’t have been more smooth. If you’re looking for a little piece of paradise in the Uvita area, this is it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Nancy S., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Management; Lovely House
The house is lovely and clean; pool and gardens delightful; management company great; location very convenient to Whale's Tale Beach, restaurants, and town. Just two downsides: 1) no place to sit inside - three bedrooms and kitchen only 2) neighborhood is extremely noisy with two homes under construction during the day and very noisy neighbors at night. Dogs barking incessantly at all hours. Unfortunate because the back patio is a great place to spend the evening.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness
As Advertised: excellent!
Travel in August at Uvita was wonderful. Sunny most of the day, then rain in the evening. Tom was prompt at check-in and check-out and pleasant. We used their services and trusted in them completely as the reviews were excellent. Catered dinner on the covered porch one night after a sunny day at the beach and it thunderstormed which gave an amazing ambiance. Kids went whale watching, took surfing lessons, jet skiing and waterfall exploring (and diving). The house was very clean and the AC was perfect. And lastly, their exit instructions were the best: basically don't do anything. No need to strip beds or throw out excess food. We had a spectacular time and recommend this home and Uvita.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We really enjoyed our trip to Casita Uvita, this is our 5th trip to Uvita and our first time at this house. The location is perfect for walking to the park. The mornings are fantastic by the pool and watching all of the wildlife.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie T., Littleton, CO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home!
My family and I spent a week here over spring break, and it was wonderful! Tom and Christine were so great to work with and so friendly. They had multiple guests checking in for multiple properties at the same time and Tom's car broke down, yet they expertly managed to get everyone to their respective homes for the week and maintained a very "Pura Vida" attitude amongst the chaos! They were wonderful! The house itself was spotless and had all the amenities you could need. Pool was lovely. A/C worked great. It's close to the main part of town and does not have an ocean view, but the tropical backyard and the birds bathing in the pool made up for the lack of view. :) We highly recommend and would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property in Uvita with excellent hosts
Super convenient property right by Whale Tail. Christine and Tom were awesome and the house is lovely, easy to access and fantastic pool. I would have preferred a house with a view of the ocean and up higher in the hills after visiting. However I didn’t realize that before we came. The property is very private and the gardens are lovely. We were there for a week and went to the Whale Tail beach once - much better beaches and other things to see and we drove so being this close to the beach wasn’t necessary. Tom and Christine were amazing and handled everything like pros from the time of booking until check out. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben S., Shelter Island, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time at Casa Uvita
We had so much fun in Uvita. Tom and Christine were very helpful and easy to communicate with before and during our stay at Casa Uvita. They helped set us up with the right people who knew the local area and we had an amazing time exploring different sights and activities during our time in Uvita. The house was beautiful and after each day of being at the beach or on the water it was sooooo refreshing to be able to come home and go for a swim in the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cal and Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis in Uvita
Amazing house, amazing property management, amazing location, Pura Vida! Christine and Tom (the property managers) provided excellent open communication from point of booking in March 2020 to when we were able to make it down. They were attentive to every detail including ensuring that all maintenance was addressed promptly - Our party included 4 adults and 2 children (age 4 months and 5 years) All enjoyed the home and felt immediately at ease post check in. Days were spent relaxing by the pool with a BBQ, walking down the road to the beach/whales tale, and doing yoga at Yoga Maya (literally 60 seconds down the road walking) You are also moments away from a plethora of grocery stores, markets, and restaurants. Not to mention the seemingly unlimited expanses of beaches, waterfalls and rainforest that the South Pacific has to offer. The house itself is beautiful - vaulted ceilings with huge functional windows and stone accents - lots of airflow (we hardly needed air conditioning at all) 3 sleeping areas with a fantastic kitchen stocked with basics and a good selection of chefs tools - covered outdoor patio and lagoon like pool area - also included were an outdoor shower, and well landscaped property with loads of native foliage. It's all about the little details when renting houses abroad and they were certainly not spared on our stay. Fresh cut flowers, immaculately cleaned home, fluffy 5 star quality towels and very comfortable beds with no shortage of good quality pillows and extra linens - the pool was well maintained and clean and some basic toiletries provided. If I could give the experience 10 stars I would - and to reiterate - Christine and Tom were beyond helpful every step of the way with directions, restaurant and shopping recommendations and general advice, you don't always get such professional people to deal with and when you do its a joy. Casita Uvita is a gem amongst the competitive rental market in Costa Rica - you definitely won't regret booking :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fabiola and Ronald C., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
our experience at casa uvita was wonderful, tom and christine very kind and always attentive to what we need thank you very much we enjoyed it very much we hope to return soon Casa uvita simplemente hermosa un paraíso Disfrutamos mucho con nuestra familia en un ambiente bello limpio y todo tranquilo esperamos regresar pronto de New Jersey a Sarchi y a casa uvita Mil gracias Tom and Chris God blessed you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Blair S.

Liked: Cleanliness
great place
Loved the house. beautiful setting, well equiped, nice a/c. We will be back.

10/10 Excellent

Mandy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another fantastic Costa Rica getaway
We had a great time in Uvita. The house was perfect for our extended family of 7 and the Jaguar team was always very responsive to our needs. Looking forward to returning next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property
Quiet, beautiful property, walkable to the Whale’s Tail. Managers were great, giving good advice, responsive. Loved Uvita.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B., morristown NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home great location
Beautiful Home great location. The home was well equipped and beautiful. The location can’t be beat and the pool was wonderful for afternoon swims. Christine and Tom couldn’t be any more accommodating

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casita Uvita
Beautiful accommodation within walking distance of the Whale’s Tail. Wonderful bird watching and animal spotting in the back yard. Thank you for the lovely visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris W., Groveland, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
A great rental experience
House was great, Tom was on point and a wealth of information. House had Plenty of living space for 4 grown men to relax after surfing and adventuring all day. The garden around the house and pool was quite a treat as well. The house was very secure, we felt very safe sleeping and leaving all of our stuff there. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chigiy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay in CR. It checks all the boxes
Our visit to Casita Uvita was phenomenal. This beautiful house is located just a 7 minute walk to the beach at the Marino Ballena National Park. It is also walking distance to several restaurants and a cool farmer’s market that happens on Wednesdays. The house itself is gorgeous with a great, well-equipped kitchen. An amazing tropical park-like garden surrounds it. The house has an outdoor shower and a big covered patio that looks out onto the pool. We could watch the arboreal iguanas, scarlet macaws along with many other birds from the patio. We even saw a group of white-faced monkeys come through the trees one day. The house is also close to grocery stores, the Uvita waterfall, surfing, diving, snorkeling, boating, kayaking, waterfall repelling, We tried them all except diving. A big shout out to Carlos at Bahia Ballena Kayaks. Tom and Christine the property managers were awesome to deal with.
Stayed 22 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great place with minor issues.
Beautiful property and great kitchen. Make sure that all sleeping areas have air condition prior to booking. The loft did not at the time we stayed there and although the management tried to address the heat, it was an issue. There are plans to install another air conditioner. Also we had repair men at the house frequently. Washing machine had issues and did not work reliably. Tom and Christine - property managers- are great to communicate with and are really helpful. The house has security but no safe. Great birding house and location next to park. There is no area inside the house to congregate at beside the bar in the kitchen, and the porch is not enclosed. Insects are an issue sitting outside. So be prepared. Overall the house is well stocked kitchen wise. It is pricey in comparison to other houses in the area but there are trade offs to staying elsewhere.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

susan h.

Amazing place, great people, wonderful time
We just got back from a fabulous vacation at Casita Uvita. It's everything as described and more! For us the pool was definitely the highlight though the short trip to the beach was a close second. My son was really keen to try surfing and we found a place just down the road. Shout out to Uvita 360 - they were awesome! I tend to ask a LOT of questions and I always received a quick and helpful response! Thanks Tom and Ann Marie for your amazing help - couldn't have done it without you! I highly recommend this lovely villa - you won't be disappointed!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Emilia L.

Our little piece of heaven in Uvita - So close to Whale's Tail
Six of us stayed in this home for 5 days, it's so convenient to everything you'd want to do: the beach, the national park, nice restaurants, horse back riding, snorkeling....we did everything and still have a lot of time enjoying the pool, the kids were crazy about the nature and all the birds they saw. I thought one bathroom would be a little inconvenient, but the outdoor shower and washroom made it super easy, the kids would fight who got to shower outdoors. Driving: You do need a 4-wheel drive car if you'd like to explore, we went to a few very nice restaurants and they were all high up on the top of the mountains, the drive was not easy but the view was more than worth it. Bugs: we had no issue with them, I was prepared with all the sprays, but at this season mosquitos were moderate to none, at least they didn't bother us. Love our experience here and a few friends already asked me about this home:))
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018