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Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Aerial view
Smart TV
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views

Our home is a 3 Bedroom Bungalow. Beautifully landscaped on 2.5 acres in a secure gated community of Costa Verde. 2100 ft above sea level . With pool views of the iconic coastal features of the
Whales Tail , Ballena Island and Three sisters rock formations.
Costa Rica living is all about encountering nature in all its forms, soft breezes and rain, bright sunshine and dappled shade, clouds passing through the great room while you cook breakfast; morning birdsongs, accompanied by howler monkeys in the distance; toucans flying from branch to branch and hummingbirds from flower to flower; hawks and kites soaring high above the treetops; the evening chorus of frogs and insects; and myriad stars splashed across the midnight sky—all this is part of the Casa Carmel experience. The house is perfectly located to make exploring the glories of southwestern Costa Rica as simple as a series of easy day-trips. National Parks, wonderful beaches, picturesque towns and villages, gourmet restaurants; zip-lines, waterfalls, horseback riding, surfing, and many more of the country’s wonders and activities, are minutes away. We are located close to the towns of Uvita and 15 minutes from Dominical. We have a 5 star restaurant ( Scala ) located on our road, as well as the bar Jolly Roger.
There is an outdoor shower with views to the pacific ...
We invite you to stay, You’ll want to return again and again.

Property manager

Corrine

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • WiFi available (fee applies)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Tennis on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

3 Bd Rm House
Spectacular Whale Tale View Puntarenas Province,
Spectacular Whale Tale View Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Puntarenas Province,, Puntarenas Province,

What's nearby

  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 12 min drive
  • Hacienda Baru - 13 min drive
  • Playa Dominicalito - 20 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 21 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Playa Dominicalito, Hacienda Baru, and Playa Dominical. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Uvita Area- Whale's Tail Formation, Ocean Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

M&M

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Relaxing vacation
We (my husband and another couple) had a relaxing week at this house. It has beautiful views of the ocean and is high enough above the coast that you can watch birds, and some people! gliding. We saw lots of birds including toucans and hummingbirds and so many blue morphos when we went for walks around the estate. The house is well appointed/provisioned (with two puzzling exceptions below). You definitely need a 4x4 and the drive is not for the faint of heart (20-25 minutes of rugged, twisty, narrow roads).We took advantage of the restaurant a relatively short drive down the road - called Scala - which was excellent.The puzzling things:1) nowhere to hang clothes in the ‘master’ bedroom. Really - no hooks, except a few in the bathroom for towels and no closet. I think the actual closet was locked for the owners belongings (which is not unusual) but there wasn’t any attempt to replace it with somewhere to hang the few things we did want to hang. We resorted to leaving the dresser drawers open and draping things over the edge of the open drawers. There is a closet with a few hangers in one of the other bedrooms, but nothing in the third bedroom either.2) nowhere to hang wet suits and towels outside. We enjoyed the swimming pool and tried hanging things in the bathrooms but they really needed the sun to dry between swimmings. It seemed odd to us to have a pool and not provide a place to hang wet things.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views
The house and views were beautiful. Upon arrival, the house was incredibly clean. John was really great and helpful. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mela F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream vacation spot - Casa Carmel
Casa Carmel is nothing short of a dream vacation spot! The house ticked every box—breathtaking views, thoughtful amenities, and a setup that allowed for both adventure and quality family time.Casa Carmel is incredibly spacious and well-equipped. With 3 bedrooms, 3 showers (including a fantastic outdoor shower), and 4 beds plus an air mattress, the house easily accommodated our group of 6 adults. Note: The climb to the house is no joke—make sure you follow the map closely and you MUST have 4 wheel drive! Once you’re there, you’re surrounded by nature, with sightings of toucans, vibrant birds, and even giant leaf cutter ants adding to the magic.Casa Carmel is a place to unwind, reconnect, and experience the beauty and tranquility of Costa Rica. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view, absolutely beautiful
We stayed for a week and had such a beautiful peaceful time. Being immersed in the rainforest with a view of the ocean is paradise. We love the bumpy drive up the road, and the option of stopping at Scala for dinner or grabbing a quick coffee. Close enough to drive to Dominical or Uvita for beach time, yoga, restaurants, etc. You can’t go wrong renting here!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views!
The house has an awesome view. It worked out perfectly for our family and the outdoor shower was a great feature. You must have a 4wd vehicle! We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic
This property is 15 minutes off the road on a narrow steep dirt road. The gated community has a guard in the station who opens the gate upon leaving or entering. The house is amazing! Great views, well stocked with kitchen equipment, opens up to allow the breezes in. Be sure to close bedroom doors so the air conditioning works in the rooms. It is isolated, quiet so we enjoyed just hanging out there.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best trip ever
Wow beautiful home and property!! Amazing views! I would not change our stay!!! Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Getaway
Our family had a fantastic time staying at this home for the New Years holiday! The house was clean and comfortable, and the views were spectacular! It was quite and private, and we enjoyed taking walks around the neighborhood each morning. The owner was easy to work with and provided a lot of good information before we arrived. We enjoyed doing excursions in the morning and then coming back to swim and relax during the heat of the day. Because this home sits higher up a mountain, it was the perfect temperature (not too hot, not too humid). It was also really convenient to have two restaurants (Scala and Sibu Cafe) and a small store down the hill from the house. We saw lots of birds, could hear the howler monkeys in the distance and had a sloth in the tree outside the kitchen window one day. It was the perfect family getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D., Casey Key Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly Adventure
Our stay was in the rainy season and it was very enjoyable. Early sunrise offers an amazing tranquil view of the Pacific Ocean, Low tide Whale’s Tail rock shoal, and Osa Peninsula. Each afternoon after hiking the area waterfalls, visiting parks, and indulging in delicious food we watched the afternoon rains and relaxed in this peaceful home in the clouds. Driving the Costa Rica Mountains is an adventure! As mentioned in the listing: 4 wheel drive and day time arrival (at least the 1st day) is not optional (check sunset before booking flights and vehicle rental) we needed 5.5 hrs from out of country SJO arrival to the driveway. Downtown Uvita is a side street off of 34 with The Bakery, Farmstand, Smoothie cafe and local waterfall about 20 mins. Our favorite restaurants were: Pura Videa at Cristal Ballena, La Cusinga at Aracari, La Percela, NFusion, Citrus and of course super close Scala.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and home.
Excellent private location
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain top home!
The house was amazing! Very clean and comfortable with all of the amenities that you could need! The view from the back looking down on the beach was spectacular! Extremely comfortable and relaxing environment! Very close to great beaches and the trip to the local waterfall park was amazing. I would not hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ishtiaq H., Bolingbrook, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
My family (parents, wife and kids) had a fantastic time and really enjoyed the home inside and out. Outdoor landscaping and views of the pacific are fantastic. Everything in the home works, no issues. Very responsive owner.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish S., West

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view of the whale’s tail and the surrounding mountains
This 3 bedroom home in gated Costa Verde Estates was perfect for our family. We had excellent communication from the beginning with the owner and then the property manager upon arrival. We saw a lot of birds, parrots, toucans, and heard the Howler monkeys a couple mornings! The yard was beautiful with a large space to workout and do yoga. It’s in a great location about half way between Uvita and Dominical. The kitchen has all one needs for meal preparation. You need a 4x4 to get to the house, but that is very normal for any of the homes with the great views in the mountains. I would recommend this to anyone wanting a clean home with excellent views and a large kitchen and living space to hang out!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view and perfect home for a family
The views are staggering with peaceful and serene property. The house has a great layout with lots of space for a family and entertaining. Corrine, the owner, is incredibly responsive and helpful when we had questions. The drive to the house is for those who are comfortable with driving on typical Costa Rican roads that are steep and narrow. You must have 4wd to access the property and the roads to the home are well maintained. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ines K., Vernon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A true Costa Rica experience
We stayed at Casa Carmel for 6 nights and we did not want to leave. Corinne, the owner, and John the property manager went out of their way to accommodate us last minute. The property has amazing views, a fully equipped kitchen with all appliances (and a blender to make smoothies), and peace and quiet. Things to know: you definitely need a 4x4 to get up the hill, eat at Scala restaurant about 1/2 way up the hill (not cheap but worth every penny), and RELAX on the patio overlooking the whale tale. Pura Vida all the way.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Light Filled House with all you need
This house was perfect for our few days in Uvita. Clean, simple, elegant, not filled with lots of personal things from the owners. I felt like I walked in a minimalistic gorgeous landscape with all we needed. You definitely need a good 4 wheel drive and it is a trek from the main road, yet we loved it. It is safe and secure in this gated community, with space from other houses. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY J M., AMARILLO

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
What an amazing spot! Quite an adventure for my husband and me…amazing views and loved how secluded we were. Definitely will come back! Next time with our kiddos!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad G., Stoney Creek Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!!
The home is spectacular perched above the sea high in the mountain tops. The cool breeze was perfect, the home is everything you need. John was there to help if we needed it and he is truly a gentleman. We wish we could have stayed longer. Next time and we will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem 💎
The house is gorgeous, clean and cozy , the views are breathtaking . Beautiful sunsets that set the evening for relaxing swims in the pool . Great restaurants in short distance from house . Amazing experience overall! Planning our next trip back already !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Oasis
We very much enjoyed our stay at this property. The owners are very good hosts and they have an awesome property in a great location! Close to all the restaurants and beaches. Everything was perfect from the moment we arrived! The house was beautiful and comfortable it has everything you need. The scenery is amazing. Highly recommend and we will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P., Winnipeg Manitoba canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing beyond belief!
This house is very bright and open - it flows so well with fresh air and the sounds of the wildlife. Corrine, the owner, was very responsive to all inquiries. The road to the house is steep and quite long but once you arrive you will appreciate the drive - stunning views!!! The high altitude created fresh, almost crisp air which was refreshing after spending days in the towns or on the beach. The evening are quite remarkable with absolute quiet, until the early am when the symphony of birds begin. I don't think I've heard as many birds singing together in all of our stays in Costa Rica. One of the fun surprises was watching paragliders sail by every day. Its a great home!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property indoors and out
Whether you are hanging outside enjoying the view or spending some time inside this place has it all. We booked last minute to extend our stay after spending time at another house in this gated community and are so glad we did. The house is open and big and has everything you need. Outside you can sit back and enjoy being in the mountains with nature. The property manager, John is attentive and very helpful as well as the owners. We would love to go back. The only thing that would have made it even better is if the weather was as nice as the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F., West Palm Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountaintop Majesty
When we walked in, we all said in one form or another, “we should have booked this house for the entire trip.” It is even more beautiful than the photos show. The outdoor shower is a real treat, as are the many birds, sounds, pool, stars, and of course - views!! Tremendous sunsets over the water. Toucans. Howler monkeys. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation in Paradise
We had an amazing stay here. The location is phenomenal, with beautiful views of the ocean and surrounded by jungle. We saw toucans, vultures, peccaries, and heard howler monkeys. Very close to both Uvita and Dominical for any shopping, dining, or beach needs. The house was clean, had wonderful breezes, and a nice little pool. It is well appointed, with everything you might need in the kitchen for your home away from home. The outdoor shower is a must! We had chef Reinier come cook dinner for us, and Yolanda came up to give us massages which I also highly recommend. I can not say enough wonderful things about this rental, you will not be disappointed. Do make sure you rent an SUV/4x4 for the drive up the mountain. It’s all part of the adventure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021