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Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access

Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access

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View of the Main House from the private drive below

Overview of Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Uvita
  • Popular LocationCatarata uvita4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMarino Ballena National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationUvita Beach13 min drive
  • AirportPalmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Villa

4 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom in main Villa

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access

Morpho Eco Retreat is an eco-friendly, designed villa perched above the jungle valley. The villa is a unique rental in the southern area of Costa Rica due to its unusual design, great privacy, and fantastic views.
This special property, just 10 minutes up the mountain from the town of Uvita, is ideal for those who seek modern comfort, an outdoor lifestyle and proximity to amenities.
Highlights of the property include an Infinity Plunge Pool and Rancho with unobstructed, views of the Whale's Tail National Park below", as well as river access with a waterfall and swimming hole within walking distance while remaining on the property. The main deck, housing the outdoor dining area, offers daily opportunities for bird-watching and the westward view offers a wonderful vantage point of Cano Island, one of the best destinations for snorkeling and scuba diving in Costa Rica.
The utilization of natural, locally-sourced materials were adhered to throughout the construction process. Many types of wood, native to Costa Rica, were used on the custom interior furnishings.

*** You will need to rent a 4x4 vehicle with low gears to access the property due it's location, situated up one of the many mountain roads found in the area. We strongly reccommend arriving during daylight hours so that our management team can escort you to the property to familiarize yourselves with the roads. We hope you enjoy the southern Pacific zone of Costa Rica***

The name, Morpho Eco Retreat, was derived from the Blue Morpho, one of the most beautiful butterflies in Costa Rica.
The primary residence includes a master bedroom, with a king bed, set against a dramatic teak headboard. There is a private en-suite bathroom that includes a double shower as well as his & her sinks.
The guest bedroom, with its design oriented bunk-wall, offers ample sleeping room for four adults or children. Each sleeping compartment offers its own window, reading light and outlet for charging. The room has its own en-suite bathroom as well, with a bathtub and shower.
All rooms, with their high ceilings, ample windows and sliding doors with deck access, and upper wall-screens… provide ventilation via afternoon breezes, keeping the rooms airy throughout the day.

Functioning as an anchor for the two en-suites, is a lovely, open-concept great room. With its custom designed, modern kitchen that includes an eat-at-island, cooking and entertaining has never been easier! The kitchen area looks directly onto the living area, promoting conversation and participation from guests. All of the furnishings were custom built on site. The kitchen is well stocked with everything guests will need for the next gathering.
If you enjoy cooking outdoors, there is a gas barbecue located downstairs, next to the infinity pool, you will find a covered patio area with prepping counter as well as an outdoor bar fridge for cool drinks. There is also lovely, covered Rancho for dining- the perfect outdoor living spot

Malachite Casita (May be added when guests exceed villa capacity of 6 people)
Step down the covered, steel staircase, and you are immersed in lush jungle, a forest of fern palms greats you as you arrive at the guest 'Casita'.
This 500 sqft. residence is self-contained and boasts one bedroom with a queen bed and a full-size pullout futon in the open concept living area.
There is also a fully stocked kitchen, complete with refrigerator, stove & oven, coffee maker. There is an indoor table that seats four as well as a covered, 285sqft, dining area located outside that overlooks the ocean as well as the jungle valley below. The intimate setting, offers privacy as well as a very unique, outdoor, rain shower experience.
Perfect, jungle hideaway for couples or additional guests with young children… the casita can sleep four people, 2 adults and 2 small children, comfortably. The sounds of the river will lull you to sleep!

The town of Uvita offers access to two supermarkets, two banks, many restaurants and all kinds of tour operators that offer a wide variety of of off-site activities during the day. Surfing & SUP lessons, kayaking trips to the mangroves, horseback riding on the beach, waterfall & bird-watching hikes, diving & snorkeling, beautiful- deserted beaches, as well as zip-lining tours, just to name a few!

A stay at Morpho Eco retreat beckons with the sights and sounds of nature from the moment you arrive.
Book your next Costa Rican vacation to Morpho Eco Retreat today and you can start planning a vacation filled with adventure and relaxation!
Pura Vida....

Property manager

Dawn Enders
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Sea view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Parental supervision due to location & home style

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-No long term rentals (longer than 3 weeks) -No additional guests other than those listed in reservation -100% Renter Responsibility for children

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ballena

This villa is located in Ballena. 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 - 4 min walk
  • Secret Lau Pool - 18 min walk
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 9 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 13 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo - 6 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena - 4 min drive
  • Sibu - 4 min drive
  • Pizzeria La Fogata - 5 min drive
  • Uvita Beer Garden - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access located?

Situated in Ballena, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool. Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Noëlle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour très agréable
Nous avons eu un très beau séjour! Nous avons particulièrement apprécié la possibilité d'avoir la casita, en étant 2 familles. L'emplacement est serein et calme. La piscine est rafraichissante. La villa est en montagne, un 4X4 est réellement nécessaire pour s'y rendre. La route était le plaisir journalier de mon mari :D
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adult family vacation
We stayed at this lovely property for six nights. Our family of five (all adults) were very comfortable and each had enough space to stretch out and fully enjoy the peace and quiet this property offers. We loved starting each day viewing hummingbirds from the yoga platform and toucans from the deck. We enjoyed cooling off in the pool and star gazing each evening. The drive up to the property was a daily adventure, one my husband thoroughly enjoyed! The property is close enough to all amenities and yet secluded, and very privately set into the mountainside. The caretakers are on the property and available,if needed, but we never saw them unless we reached out to them. The owner was very accessible by both email (prior to arrival) and WhatsApp during the stay. I highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing vacation. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
The place was perfect for us and Dawn and Jairo were wonderful to communicate with, very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Audrée C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour décembre 2022
Bel endroit, plus difficile d'accès avec un petit 4x4. Gardien très gentil et disponible!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning view
We loved our stay here. The view was incredible! Our kids enjoyed the bunk beds, pool, and plethora of birds and butterflies to watch. Shower water was hot and the air was kept cool by natural drafts and fans. My only critique is that the sign for the property driveway could be more visible. It’s difficult to see coming up the hill because it’s around a corner behind some shrubbery. Also we could have used some written driving instructions. It was very helpful to have Jairo lead us there the first time but with two kids in the car asking one million questions the directions slipped out of our brain and then we got lost later. For anyone staying there, follow the signs to golden pineapple resort then look for the blue morpho sign indicating their property. All is good though! Jaíro and Dawn were very helpful and good communicators. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dawn Enders

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The Owners Story:
Our family journey to the Pacific coast of Costa Rica began in 2007 on vacation. After purchasing the property in 2010, the design process started. With a few more trips extended over two years, construction of our dream getaway was complete. We are excited to share the Morpho Eco Retreat with other nature enthusiasts. For our family that includes two sons, ages 15 and 20, our home and casita have been a perfect place to unplug from todays' busy lifestyle in Los Angeles. Each trip we experience the bountiful nature that Costa Rica has to offer. We welcome all future guests to the Morpho Eco Retreat and we wish you a wonderful time in discovering the beauty of this country and it's people! Pura Vida

Why they chose this property

The estate's proximity to the laid back, friendly town of Uvita, with its' central location near many restaurants and activities all while offering privacy and tranquility.

What makes this property unique

An amazing view of the ocean and Whale's Tail National Park. The tranquility one feels once they arrive, being surrounded by the sounds of nature on your doorstep from the moment you wake up through the end of a long, fun filled day. On-site access ( 3 minute walk with the jungle hanging overhead ) to a year round river with waterfall and swimming hole surrounded by the jungle. A gorgeous Infinty Pool and covered Rancho for dining. Stunning views of the jungle valley and and mountains. Many opportunities to view animals of the region in their natural habitat. These may include many species of birds, strange and amazing insects, howler monkeys, and wild peccaries to name a few.
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