You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Private, 3 beds, infinity pool & ocean view!
Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally-located Villa. Casa Exotic Gardens, the perfect getaway for your family or group of friends. Only 5 min away from Uvita town, home of the famous Whale´s Tail and Marino Ballena National Park, where you can find a variety of markets, shops, restaurants and much more. Come and enjoy of this tranquil property and all the wildlife surrounding it! A 4x4 vehicle is NEEDED todo access the property. Let us know if you need help renting one!
Property manager
Diana Cappella
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Beach sun loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Private pool
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Blender
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
3.5 bathrooms
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On the river
In the city center
In the mountains
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not 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
Onsite 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
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
About the neighborhood
Uvita, Puntarenas Province
What's nearby
Marino Ballena National Park - 3 min drive
Uvita Beach - 4 min drive
Catarata uvita - 4 min drive
Secret Lau Pool - 4 min drive
Playa Hermosa - 7 min drive
Restaurants
Pizzeria La Fogata - 6 min walk
Sibu - 12 min walk
Pizza Time - 13 min walk
Restaurante Marino Ballena - 3 min walk
La Choza de Alejo - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Private, 3 beds, infinity pool & ocean view! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Private, 3 beds, infinity pool & ocean view!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private, 3 beds, infinity pool & ocean view!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Private, 3 beds, infinity pool & ocean view! located?
Located in the heart of Ballena, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Catarata uvita, Secret Lau Pool, and Playa Colonia. Uvita Beach and Marino Ballena National Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Private, 3 beds, infinity pool & ocean view! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie G.
8 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
We stayed here as a family of 4. Absolutely beautiful home and property. My kids loved the pool and each having their own bathroom. We watched toucans and other birds in the trees and iguanas, Jesus lizards and geckos run around the grounds. A/C in the bedrooms was lovely. The living room and kitchen could be a bit stuffy in the middle of the day, but we were out by the pool during those hours anyway!
Stephanie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mathieu C.
29 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, wonderful view!
This is just the perfect house, super spacious, very well equipped with everything you need! The view is amazing, the infinity pool is just awesome - kids loved it as well! Diana is vrry helpful & super fast to reply any questions we had. Many thanks Diana! Pura vida!
Mathieu C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Rachel E.
15 July 2023
Great overall, but a few suggestions.
The house itself is really nice. It's well built, and in a secluded off the beaten path location. It's as listed with 3 bedrooms and 3 and a half baths which was great for our family. It has air conditioning in the bedrooms, has amazing views and we were even able to see some wildlife on the property including some beautiful toucans one morning.
We did struggle with communication with the owner.
- because it wasn't arranged a few days prior to arrival (owner was trying to contact us the day of when we were flying) we didn't get key drop off arranged in a timely manner and were locked out on arrival which happened to be in the middle of the night.
None of the three contact numbers would answer the phone at that point and since the house is in the jungle we were stuck in a very remote spot with no options for alternative hotels etc. A simple text with instructions on how to obtain the key after hours would have helped immensely! We finally got in at 1:30 a.m. by finding an open window.
We tried to reach out during the stay with some minor issues (no bath soaps, difficulty with the dishwasher, no dishwasher detergent) but didn't get a response until the day we left.
To make this a five star stay, I highly recommend owner:
1.Communicate key drop instructions a few days ahead of scheduled arrival date.
2. Deep clean the interior
3. Make sure renters know to bring convenience items like bath soap.
4. Update dishwasher.
5. Replace old bedding and towels.
Rachel E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ed S.
18 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Uvita Paradise
This house was perfect for our stay in Uvita. Very convenient to the great beaches and restaurants in the area. The house itself was very good, excellent AC in the bedrooms and everything worked well. As another reviewer mentioned the road to the house is a bit daunting the first time up, but it's really not an issue. I would recommend a 4WD, but I made it with a 2WD no problem. Communication with the owner on WhatsApp was prompt and easy. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you, Ed
Ed S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Melony
Business traveler, Traveled with family
14 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful view and loved watching the Toucans and parrots on the trees. Pool was nice.
Melony
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
8/10 Good
Alicia D.
27 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views
Well-equipped home with fantastic ocean views. We enjoyed our stay a lot!
Alicia D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan & Joe P.
20 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and setting
The view, home, pool, and setting were great, Roberto met with us at our arrival and showed us around the property, he’s great. I suppose I would have liked to know the exact location prior to the morning we were to arrive, only because some homes we’ve stayed are up to 10-30 km from the generic listing pin. In this case it’s pretty close. We had a few hiccups that had nothing to do with the hosts: incoming weather took out power for about 12 hours but we communicated well and everything worked out fine. Diana and Roberto seemed genuinely concerned about the quality of our stay.
Megan & Joe P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Reina B.
3 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The best location in Uvita
This property has it all. We are still wishing we were sitting on the huge balcony watching the Toucans and Macaws. If you want to be immersed in the tropical jungle this is the spot. The natural wildlife we saw and heard was the icing on the cake. You really are in for an adventure staying here. A 4x4 is a must to get to the house. Coming from the the states we dont often encounter 4x4 roads to get home. You get used to it and even our teenage daughter drove up to the house. The road is intimidating at first but then becomes easy. The property is beautiful and well taken care of. We felt right at home and soaking in the tub hearing the jungle at night is an experience ill be thinking of till we return. The property has everything you will need for your stay pots, pans, cooking utensils blender and coffee maker just to name a few. We didnt need an outlet converter for charging our phones etc. (coming from US) Diana is an amazing host and communication was great. She was there for every question I had and even allowed us to extend our stay. As far as food goes. There are so many restaurants just down the hill from the house. The BM grocery store is right in Uvita not far from the house. If you have the opportunity to stay at this beautiful property book it now! You will not regret that decision and you may just want to extend you stay also.