House in Uvita, Puntarenas

Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!!

Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!!

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Sunset at Casa Cola Ballena
Pool area
Sunset in paradise
Entrance to Casa Cola Ballena
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Overview of Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!!

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 7279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Uvita, Puntarenas
  • Popular LocationCatarata uvita6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarino Ballena National Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationUvita Beach22 min drive
  • AirportPalmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)59 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Guest Suite

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 Queen Bed

Southern Suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

TV Room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Powder Room

Toilet

Southern Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!!

WELCOME TO CASA COLA BALLENA!

The Costa Ballena, or Whale's Coast, is one of the coolest spots in Costa Rica. This beautiful home features the best view of the Whale's Tail in the Southern Zone and enjoys continuous fresh breezes. In addition to the awe-inspiring view, the benefits of being up in the mountains include a microclimate that is about 10 degrees cooler than in town and on the beach, and few biting insects, as we are above the "bugline". You will be serenaded daily by a wide variety of birds, monkeys and rainforest critters. Open the doors wide and enjoy indoor/outdoor living with the best view of the Whale's Tail!

As if the home, the views and the nature around you aren't enough, our guests rave about the personalized guest service that we can provide! We can work with you ahead of time to get your car rental arranged (our agency provides our guests with preferential pricing, and a 4WD is required), your tours selected and booked, home massages scheduled, even bring in wonderful chefs to cook and serve you, if you desire! We want to make sure that your stay in Costa Rica is the absolute best!

Situated 10 minutes above Uvita, this 3,000 sf home has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a pool, large deck and a luxurious outdoor shower. Enjoy the best view in the world while taking an outdoor shower by the pool!

The home is beautifully furnished and appointed, with custom cabinetry and granite throughtout. You'll find a well-equipped kitchen with lots of appliances and gadgets that makes cooking fun! Our water is spring-fed, passes through a multi-point filtration system, and is wonderful!

The outdoor areas feature several dining and lounging areas around the lighted pool and gardens. Enjoy your evenings relaxing and gazing out over the jungle and the Whale Tail below while you are treated to another awesome Costa Rican sunset or, if weather provides, an incredible lightning display over the ocean and Cańo Island. You won't want to leave...

Amenities include:
* WiFi Internet
* 40" Samsung TV
* AppleTV
* NetFlix
* Huge DVD collection
* Lots of games, puzzles and books
* Music system with Bluetooth and USB port to play your favorite music both downstairs and around the pool area
* VOIP phone with unlimited FREE calls to the USA and Canada (forward your phones * to this line!)

The Master Suite has a new queen bed made from indigenous woods (with a new mattress too!), large closet area with a built-in safe, and a handy desk area. And the master bath features granite counters, dual sinks, toilet, a rain shower and spa tub.

The Guest Suite has a queen bed, with a built-in armoire and desk made from indigenous woods. The en suite bath has granite countertops, dual sinks, toilet and shower.

The Southern Bedroom has a bunk bed with a queen on thee bottom and a twin on top. The room also has a custom- made armoire to store your possessions. The en suite bath features granite countertops, dual sinks, toilet and shower.

The half bath (downstairs) has a sink and toilet.

The home has a security gate with motion sensor lighting.

When you first arrive into Uvita, we will meet you in town and guide you to the home for your welcome tour. From there, we'll leave you alone in your paradise, but be readily accessible to help with any questions, provide recommendations, whatever you may need!

The home will be beautifully cleaned and appointed immediately prior to your stay. If you would like additional housekeeping services during your stay, it can be arranged for an additional charge.

There are a wide array of fun tour activities and beaches all within a 20-minute drive. There is an amazing waterfall with a bar and restaurant just 5 minutes down the road. We have all kinds of beaches, from beginner to expert surf beaches, cave beaches, and kid-friendly beaches all within a short drive.

Property manager

Sarah and Mark
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool not fenced. Balcony drop down. No stair rail.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Please inquire...

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please be advised that the laws in Costa Rica are

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita 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.

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 15 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 22 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 25 min drive
  • Punta Uvita - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo - 11 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena - 10 min drive
  • Sibu - 9 min drive
  • Pizzeria La Fogata - 10 min drive
  • Uvita Beer Garden - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Jungle Luxury! Stunning Whale's Tail View! Pool, Outdoor Shower, Etc.! 5-STAR!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Catarata uvita and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Secret Lau Pool. Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Primera vacation home base.
Kevin has a beautiful home with amazing views of the Pacific with Cola Ballena as feature. The house is gorgeous, well maintained, and sparkling clean. It is a quiet wonderful place to relax. The trees, flowers, and wild life enhance the experience. The property manager and gardener are very helpful and accommodating.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Costa Rica getaway
I thought our vacation would start when we arrived in Costa Rica however Sarah make the planning process so easy it was like vacation already started. She helped plan everything from getting to getting a rental car to get to the house to planning AMAZING excursions. The hardest part was getting up the mountain to the house which was guided the first time. The house was GORGEOUS, clean and well equipped. It was everything we expected plus some. I would highly recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa L
We had an amazing stay here. Sarah and Mark are excellent hosts. Book this and follow Sarah’s recommendations. She knows the best guides for excursions and we enjoyed the ATV and Corcovado tour she arranged for us. Dinner prepared by chef William and Elisia was delicious. Sunsets were different every night- but don’t forget the mornings- I was up early to enjoy coffee with the toucans and all the many birds. You will love staying here! Thank you Sarah and Mark for a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view!
After a few weeks on the mountain we were relaxed but still energized for Uvita Host Sarah was amazing, thoughtful and a terrific communicator
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
Sarah (owner) goes out of her way to make sure your experience is pleasurable. We stayed over Christmas, the weather was great, only one rainy day. You definitely need 4x4 to reach this house. The house is pretty isolated up on mountain but my oh my, the views including the sunsets are amazing. On the not so good side, the jacuzzi tub was missing pipes/faucets, the hotwater heater wasn't working properly, the whale tail fountain at the pool was inoperable & the washing machine broke. There is only A/C for the bedrooms, we unknowingly set the temp too low (not having used a wall mounted system b4), were scolded a bit by Sarah. Some outdoor lighting did not work during our stay. All trash needs to be driven in your vehilce approx 10 minutes towards the bottom of the mountain. That's a very specific knit-picky list and overall didn't affect our great stay. When we notified Sarah of the hot water issue, we got an odd response- oh, hmm, that's never happened before. Then an awkward long pause as neither of us said anything - did she think we did something wrong? We just wanted enough water to shower. To her credit, there was an immediate response & the problem was rectified that evening. The house is a legit 4 hr drive from the San Jose Airport, plan accordingly. Sarah communicated extensively with our party throughout the stay. Every (Sarah) booked event was as advertised & top notch. Having her chef prepare us dinner the first night was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sarah and Mark

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We fell in love with Costa Rica and, specifically, the Ballena coast, when we came here to marry in 2013. We had a spectacular view of the Whale's Tail as our backdrop! When we first came to Casa Cola Ballena ourselves we were awestruck, and set on a path to call it our new home! We look forward to sharing our home with you so that you can experience the ultimate in Costa Rica living.

Why they chose this property

For those of you who have stayed at Casa Cola Ballena in the past, you'll be delighted with the upgrades we have brought to our new home! The home itself, the nature that surrounds, and the incredible views remain awesome! We have upgraded all the bed linens to a Tommy Bahama-esq look, and upgraded the "creature comforts" such as Netflix streaming and incredible fiber optic internet connectivity in the event you need to stay better connected with your home base while escaping in the jungle!

What makes this property unique

Luxury Jungle Living....This house provides a great way to be in an adventurous area with all the fun things to do in the rainforest and at the beach. After a long hard day of surfing, ziplining, ATV's, fishing, or horses, there is nothing better than getting up to the house, where it is a little cooler, jumping in the pool, and living in luxury in the Jungle. It's like getting away from it all, but still coming home to a well appointed home with all the modern amenities.

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