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3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita

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View from kitchen window
Bedroom, queen size bed.
View of master bathroom entrance with rare pendant Heliconia flowers
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 687.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Uvita, Puntarenas
  • Catarata uvita
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Palmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita



2 Bedroom , 2 Bathroom villa with an adjacent Studio Loft. The Loft Space is adjacent to the pool and has a full size bed, bathroom, AC, fans, cable tv, wifi and kitchen.

A completely private balinese style dipping pool and garden compliment this villa. Immersed in primary rainforest, you are surrounded by our botanic garden, birds, animals, trees and near a stream that runs most of the year.

A covered lookout deck allows you to enjoy coffee or cocktails while you gaze at the ocean and the sunset.

Walking trails line the property.
Garden tour included in your stay upon request.

Casa Caribaea is nestled five minutes from central Uvita up a quiet paved road. Set on 2.5 acres and bordered by hundreds of acres of primary jungle in a verdant garden setting, it comprises only two residences. From the moment you enter the luxuriant garden estate, your holiday is suffused with tropical serenity.

Designed along the lines of a Balinese village in the hills, Casa Caribaea projects a theme of simplistic elegance. The buildings use local stones and hardwoods blending seamlessly into the environment. The gardens are generously given center stage and provide a wonderful contrast against the sweeping ocean views. The informal and accommodating owners live in the Gran Pagoda home and are friendly and full of information. The rental villa is privately situated 40 yards away from the Gran Pagoda House and enjoys sunset ocean views from the Sunset Cocktail Deck.

Rooms are a sensuous combination of luxury and homespun charm. The latter comes in the form of antiques collected by the owners on their travels and the unique furniture created by local and international wood artisans. All bathrooms and kitchens are spacious and lined with white quartz. The radial ceiling beams supporting the cathedral design are made of Nispero, a local hard wood. The hand-crafted wood windows encourage guests to take advantage of the continuous breezes that whip through the property but all rooms also have air conditioning and fans. Flower arrangements are decoratively arranged throughout the living quarters showcasing the prized jewels of the garden.

Tropical abundance as a phrase does not do justice to the profusion and variety of plants here. Heliconias, gingers, bromeliads and palms are constantly attracting birds and butterflies. Many of the species will be unrecognizable to most as the owner has been meticulously collecting rare plants for several years. The garden boasts the largest collection of heliconias within the country at over 110 varieties and counting. There are also over 500 palm species on display. Several rare species endemic to Madagascar and New Caledonia are littered throughout the landscape. A series of limestone walkways, wooden bridges, pergolas and streams run through the property. Many of these meander through primary rainforest giving wildlife lovers more opportunities to gaze at toucans and howler monkeys.

The staff prides itself on local knowledge. The owner is an avid surfer and can suggest the best places to surf for a given experience level. The owner also offers unique nature tours of the area upon request

Property manager

Jason and Victoria Hughes

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
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
May smoke outside

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, this villa is on a river. Marino Ballena National Park and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Uvita, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Secret Lau Pool - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Uvita Beach - 12 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 13 min drive - 3.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 3 Bed 3 Bath Ocean View Home with Private Pool in Uvita located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Catarata uvita and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Secret Lau Pool. Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place
We had a wonderful week at Pagoda Villas. The house is as beautiful as it appears in the pictures, and the small pool was a welcome respite on steamy afternoons. It was really amazing being right in the jungle--but also a short drive to the beach, and the hotel next door (five-minute walk) was really convenient for a couple of meals.The only thing that renters should know is that the wifi was very weak (at least for us). This may be characteristic of a lot of places in the area, rather than particular to the apartment, but it would make a "working vacation" rather difficult.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Uvita Stay
Location is really close to highway and fairly easy to access. There was five in our family and were able to use the down stairs suite in addition to the main part of house upstairs. The room under the main part is a small suit not ideal for a taller person to sleep in. We didn’t use the
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate and Wade U.

Beautiful property!
Wonderful location in Uvita. Comfortable rental with everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica R., Castro Valley, CA

Beautiful Villa and Gorgeous Views
We would greatly recommend this villa to a couple or to a family. We stayed with our two young children. The villa is warm, clean and beautiful. The entertainment center is gorgeous with beautiful views of the ocean and the mountains. The infinity pool is so beautiful and refreshing. The villa is very private and at the same time our children were never bored. There are so many fun activities to do. The owners were wonderful and honest. When we arrived we had all the essentials needed for the next morning, e.g. delicious fruit, coffee, eggs, drinks and more. Our stay exceeded our expectations, the villa was warm and beautiful decorated. The owners were very helpful and warm with any of our needs and made us feel at home. There aren’t enough words to express our gratitude to the owners. We can't wait to be back again!

8/10 Good

Debbie B., Salt Spring Island

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
You will need a 4x4 to get to this place. The road up has some bad patches and it is quite steep. The place itself was very clean, a/c worked well in the bedrooms and the water was hot with reasonable pressure. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils etc for self catering. Be sure to bring your own shampoo etc. The pool and outdoor patio are very nice but you have the pros and cons of being in the jungle. The pros were that we saw howler and white faced monkeys, toucans and pizotes right from the pool. The cons were that there was an emergence of a daytime cicada the day we got there and their sound was very high decibels from ~7:30 am to sunset. Much louder than the cicadas at night. You might want ear plugs for spending time in this area during the day. They may only be around for a month or so.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Noel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
January 2020
Check in was difficult. Jason didn't didn't provide a phone number until after check in and locating the property wasn't the easiest. There are no signs to indicate which driveway to turn into. You definitely need a four wheel drive vehicle. The road up the mountain is steep. THIS IS NOT AN OCEAN VIEW HOUSE. You can see the ocean from one high point on the property, but that's it. Not from the house. Jason was friendly and seemed to be attentive when needed. We had no issues with the house. It was nice. The grounds / landscaping were incredible. We spent a lot of time playing cards in the back by the cooling pool. The hotel fifty yards away was a great place for drinks. We used their pool also.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
A magical jungle garden in the mountains overlooking the ocean. Toucans, macaws, and howler monkeys abound. Grill local fish next to the Balinese pool in the evening after watching the sunset and a tiny hummingbird settling down on its twig for the night. Excellent surfing nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 weeks in the jungle paradise
The location was fantastic! Wildlife abounds here. We had a couple of minor issues, We had several large bugs in the house the entire stay regardless of how many we killed. Water pressure was an issue occasionally. Overall it was a great stay in the jungle, with Toucans, Monkey's and Macaws all sighted from the pool area. Very private and relaxing. A check-in from the property manager every couple of days would have been good.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private location with great amenities
We were two couples who stayed two nights in this great property. It is very private with great amenities. The owner was very responsive to all our questions and needs. highly recommended

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B., Montesano, Wa USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay in Uvita
This was a nice little place for our family of 5. Enjoyed the pool and all the monkeys. Grounds were impeccable, would for sure stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Julian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Clean and equipped
Everything was clean and the house was well equipped VERY nice garden The third bedroom or studio is tiny for adults. More suitable for children We have some issues with the water one night
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

JUAN C.

Excelente
Excelente lugar , grande el detalle de recibimiento
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Branden E.

Beautiful and comfy
The 3rd bedroom is downstairs with a private entrance. I didn’t remember reading that detail. On our end it was fine but for some that could be something. The place is adorable. Cozy and comfy. Great beds. We loved using the back grill for dinners and it had plenty of stuff to cook with.

8/10 Good

Nolan T., Centralia, Missouri US

very nice pool area comfortable beds very private
As advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Great Family Vacation!
We loved staying in Uvita and the house was beautiful and perfect. Jason was a fantastic host even when we arrived on Christmas Day in the dark! It was a dream to find out we could drink the water which was so rich with minerals. The house was just the right size for our family of 4 with all the amenities. There were plenty of clean towels and we were able to do laundry when we wanted. The beds were all comfortable and the kitchen had all we needed to make dinner and eat breakfast. The house is located in the jungle next to the Hotel Ballena where fantastic food made each day wonderful, especially since I am gluten free. The lemonade with mint was a favorite! Also the star fruit was delicious! We swam in the private pool at night with the colorful lights which also lit up the jungle. The house is close to the Uvita Information Center where you can book tours after reading the book provided by Jason which describes all there is to do during your stay. Uvita is a great little town next to Ojochal which has amazing restaurants namely Citrus. The food was delicious and the service was fantastic. Uvita is also close to Dominical where there are great souvenir shops and big waves at the beaches. Within Uvita is Whales Tale which is a unique beach because of the Whales Tale sandbar. Being on the beach at sunset is stunning. It was an amazing vacation for us to visit Costa Rica and we would happily rent this house again from Jason! Thank you for a wonderful stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fei L.

Excellent Experience!
The host Jason was very helpful and friendly and the house was clean and beautiful! (1) The eggs and beer in the fridge were perfect welcome presents when we arrived. (2) The house was in a perfect condition, and the pool area was secluded, quiet, and full of nature. (3) The walking path within the compound itself was a miniature rainforest: full of different species of plants and wild creatures (birds, butterflies, and monkeys) but also safe to walk around. (4) The ocean view form the main pool was astonishing! (5) The bar and restaurant at Vista Ballena (a few minutes of walking distance) is a convenient place to have a drink or a meal. We were very happy with our stay and hope to return in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Wanda Z., Rockville, MD

Great little find in the hills
We loved our stay here in Uvita. This home was on the same land as the owners main house and another vacation rental, so we felt very secure and safe. The landscape is absolutely beautiful! Lots of gorgeous plants and trees surround the area. There's a path through the property that you can take and see the wildlife. We spotted several monkeys on the trees. The house is well appointed with the basics anyone would need, with an added bonus that the owner leaves you a welcome package in the fridge and a selection of fresh local fruit; a wonderful little touch of hospitality. The house has access to a small viewing site on the property where you can see the ocean and enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning. The property is far away enough to enjoy the peace and quite of the hills and close enough where you can be in town and the beach in 5-7 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Randall V.

Second time I come, always willing to come again
I enjoy this property a lot, I feel really at home, Victoria and Jason are amazing hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary R., Bremen, GA

Beautiful Rainforest Getaway
Beautiful house & location! Jason & Victoria were perfect hosts. We loved our stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

amazing property surrounded by beautiful rainforest
My family of 4 stayed at this property last week. Everything was perfect. The property is comfortable and clean. The grounds are beautiful and there is a private pool to sit and relax at which is great in the evening. Victoria was so helpful and my son enjoyed playing with both of her kids. We walked to the hotel across the street for breakfast a couple times and dinner once which was very convenient. The location was great and there are many things to do in the surrounding areas as well as Uvita. Our stay was perfect and we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lara H.

Awesome Stay at Casa Caribaea!
We loved staying at Casa Caribaea! The property was absolutely stunning, photos don’t do it justice. Jason and Victoria were the friendliest and kindest owners. They helped us organize an amazing tour through the mangroves. We had the jungle as our backyard, but were about 10 minutes from Dominical. It was the best of both worlds and we can’t wait to go back!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

Great for family
We visited Costa Rica during spring break and out stay at the Casa Caribaea was everything we had hoped for and more! The owners Jason and Victoria are fantastic!! They were very helpful with their knowledge of Costa Rica and it was a pleasure meeting them and their children. About the Villa. The property is cozy, lovely and well-equipped. Plenty of room for 4 with all the comforts of home - two bedrooms, and ample living room, tv, cable, Wi-Fi. The small private pool was really enjoyable and had the perfect temperature. The grounds are absolutely beautiful!! There is a small hotel a short walk from the Villa which was convenient for evening cocktails or grab a meal. Highly recommend the Casa Caibaea!!!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karin S.

Perfect Welcome to Costa Rica
We drove to This place after arriving in San Jose. It was so comfortable and welcoming after 24 hours of travel. It's a beautiful property with an amazing view. The pool is under the main house, which we did not use much. But it is gorgeous. The house is above their garage, across and big drive way from the main house. So it is pretty private. The house was stocked with necessities which was SO helpful! Coffee from the local shop (Sibu Cafe which is great), eggs, oil, and a few beers. The beer was crucial after our travel day! Victoria and Jason were very helpful in recommending where to eat or things to do. They recommended exotica, which was the best food I've had in Costa Rica. When I arrived I mentioned yoga and Victoria invited me to her class the next morning, which was fantastic. We were only there for a short time, we went to Nauyaca waterfall both days, it was a hard hike, but worth it. Thanks for the stay
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A great New Year's stay in Uvita!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Carabaea in Uvita! The property exceeded our expectations; was well furnished, in a quiet off the beaten track location and the hosts were extremely friendly, helpful and went out of their way to make our stay memorable -- thank you! A couple of portable beach chairs to keep in the car during a stay and maybe a boogie board for the kids to borrow would have been great, as none of the beaches have chairs/sunbeds to rent. A thoroughly enjoyable stay and would thoroughly recommend to others.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sherry G.

Beautiful
This place is beautiful. First visit to CR. It was a struggle for us to get here from San Jose ~ the driving is SO different from the US. No addresses? No street signs? Great place for our 1st few nights. Any issues were quickly handled. The infinity pool is spectacular! You do share with the owners, and other guests. We walked the trail on the property and it was awesome. We did the ATV ~ lots of fun! Ladies, wear a sports bra :) Also, walking the Whales Tail at low tide was a highlight of our trip

About the host

Hosted by Jason and Victoria Hughes

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Jason and Victoria met in the Bay Area of California and were married in 2005. Shortly after, they moved to Costa Rica in order to be closer to Victoria's mother, who had recently moved to Uvita for retirement. Shortly after, Jason and Victoria built their custom dream house where they live with their two kids, Oliver and Ozzie.
Jason worked in the financial services industry for eight years. Victoria is a registered nurse with over ten years of experience in the ICU.

Why they chose this property

We were some of the first buyers within the Jardines del Morete development. We fell in love with the lot immediately as the building site had sweeping ocean views but was also located next to primary rainforest. The property was also closer to central Uvita than other ocean view lots we saw.

What makes this property unique

The property is less than three minutes from central Uvita (one mile) and is on a road that was recently paved by the property owners in the development. Most of the ocean view homes in Uvita are located up steep, long and unpaved roads that require a four wheel drive. It is very rare to have a paved road here and thus a four wheel drive is not required (although we do recommend a four wheel drive for other activities in the area).
There is also a constant wind that passes through our valley. Not only does this unique wind ward off the insects but it also influences temperatures here as we are on average five degrees F cooler than average Uvita temperatures.
The property has primary forest that is teeming with wildlife and in order to maximize the chance of seeing everything we have built extensive non-slip limestone pathways throughout the primary rainforest on our property. The network of trails, while affording amazing photography opportunities, is also flanked by rare plants that you simply don't see at other homes in the area. All the palm species (most imported from seed) are grouped together within their respective genuses and labeled for those with a botanic penchant. Bromeliads, gingers and heliconias are also festooned along the trails giving guests a spectacular display of rare and colorful flowers amongst the backdrop of tropical fecundity.
The property always has somebody on guard 24 hours. Although we located in an area with little traffic, we consider security a top priority and have taken several steps to ensure that you and your belongings are safe and secure.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish