Title: Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Riverside holiday home with private pool and kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18763900/18763815/4379926a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18763900/18763815/a1f6a252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18763900/18763815/270-0ebcd30e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18763900/18763815/65672478.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18763900/18763815/4c2eb1ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Casa Ballena, nestled in the old growth jungle of Marino Ballena National Park. Imagine secluded beaches, monkeys and toucans greeting you each morning, or swimming under warm waterfalls. The house features a newly-completed gourmet kitchen, laundry room, two outside patio areas with an infinity pool overlooking the Pacific Ocean and beautiful sunsets. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Important points below! Pura Vida! This is the Costa Rican expression for everything that is good. It translates as pure life and is used as a greeting and a salutation. It is always spoken with a smile. Costa Rica is rated as one of the happiest places on earth. You can discover why. Imagine secluded beaches where the jungle meets the sand, monkeys and toucans greeting you each morning, or swimming under warm waterfalls. All this happens everyday in the unspoiled beauty of Uvita. Our rental home is situated in an old growth jungle minutes from the beach on the Pacific coast in Marino Ballena National Park, the only national marine park in Costa Rica. Ballena translates to whale. Humpbacks from the southern and northern hemisphere travel thousands of miles to have their babies in this area. Excellent whale watching, snorkeling and diving! We are halfway between Manual Antonio, the most popular park in Costa Rica, and the famous Osa Penninsula. National Geographic named our area one of the most bio-diverse areas on the planet. From the house and pool you can see the ever changing pacific ocean, local islands, incredible wildlife, rainforest, and beautiful sunsets. The food in the area is the best in Costa Rica and maybe some of the best we have ever had - think Napa in the South Pacific. Expats from around the world have created amazing culinary delights. We can recommend at least 10 restaurants in the area. You can drink the water and eat the food and not worry. The home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, a newly-completely remodeled full gourmet kitchen, laundry room, two outside patio areas, a modest infinity pool, and a stone BBQ (boogie boards, beach chairs, beach and pool towels, a cooler, small binoculars and a telescope). Listen to the waves crashing on the shore from bed as you awake to howler monkeys calling in the trees. The jungle is right outside the door. Take a walk and see all the wonders you expect from Costa Rica. The house is an easy accessible drive from the main road with a wide, short maintained road leading to the house. This should not be underestimated. Most homes in the area take a long drive up a steep, single lane, winding road taking up to 20 minutes from the main road, especially difficult at night. Look next to the map on the listing to where the closest beach is. If it more than .5 miles from the beach you will regret it. We are .3 miles to the beach. There will be no anxiety driving to this house. Rent a 4x4 or all wheel drive to get the most out of your trip in this area. This is not a resort town. It is an agrarian area with beautiful farms and unspoiled beaches and jungle. It is a place to explore and discover. It will excite your inner adventurer. 5 islands are visible from our home. I don't now of anyone else that can boast that! We would love to welcome you as our guest to Casa Ballena. Pura Vida! Proud of this review. It is what we strive for. Best Vacation Rental We Have Ever Booked! 5/5 Stayed Jan 2023 Janet M. I have rented over 30 vacation homes throughout Costa Rica, Europe and Australia and I owned my own vacation rental which has made me rather picky and critical. It takes a lot to impress me. But this property really impressed me! The attention to detail is outstanding. This is a lovely home is set in a gorgeous setting with outstanding views. The house has everything you could possibly need, is very comfortable, very clean and we felt very safe. The outdoor furniture is very good quality and comfortable. We never wanted to leave the awesome pool. It is very conveniently located to beaches and the towns of Uvita and Ojochal. The kitchen is very well stocked - which is rare! The fact that Mark provides boogie boards, beach chairs and a good supply of beach towels speaks volumes. Communication with Mark was excellent and he provided all kinds of information. He has a full binder of information on the house and recommendations on what to do in the area - perfect! We loved this place and will certainly stay here again when in the area. Published Feb 7, 2023 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Infinity pool - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Telescope ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Bodyboard - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76340000/76335100/76335098/54da2bd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Jungle Villa w/ Pool + Ocean Views, Uvita Uvita - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 64 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=76335098&PinnedHotelID=76335098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34350000/34340300/34340205/79b9f8c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Awesome Ocean View & Amazing Wildlife! 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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands House Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Uvita Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands House Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Uvita Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands House Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands Uvita Amazing Whitewater View Ballena Marine Preserve Islands ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.11743%2C-83.69496&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=t4PL-YzCF7O9rKiDcJhTIkZYrtw=) Uvita, Osa, Puntarenas #### What's nearby - Playa Ballena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Ventanas Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Uvita Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles - Marino Ballena National Park - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles - Playa Tortuga - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Tagua Specialty Coffee - ‬14 min drive - ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min drive - ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬6 min drive - ‪Que Tuanis Café - ‬9 min drive - ‪Five Maes - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools. ### Is Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Ballena and Pinuela Beach. Arco Beach and Marino Ballena National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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