Title: Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access ## Photo gallery for Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access ![Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils - Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51269700/51269690/21dd27d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, bed sheets - Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51269700/51269690/c0c66867.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51269700/51269690/949100f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51269700/51269690/0395491d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils - Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51270000/51269700/51269690/fc97c08e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access provides a garden and more. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 63000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access Casa Ballenato Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' This spectacular beachfront hacienda is just what you and your family and friends are looking for during your Costa Rican vacation. There is so much space, so many awesome amenities, and so many things to do that you'll never want to leave! First thing, throw down your bags, crack open a frosty beverage, and stretch out in the enormous open-concept living space. You'll love the natural worked-wood supporting beams, the spiral staircase corkscrewing up into the second level, the beautiful floors, and the flood of natural light cascading through huge windows. The beautiful kitchen is equipped with everything your family chefs need to turn today's catch into a veritable feast. Enjoy it out on the expansive lanai with cold drinks and lively conversation then drift off to sleep in the super-comfortable hammock. When you're not down at the beach (just steps away), cool down in the private outdoor pool while catching up with a great novel out on the balcony. What's nearby: Spend your afternoon admiring the ocean, or take a surfboard out to catch some waves. Feeling a little rusty? Head over to Surf Lessons Tour, just five miles away, to get some solid instruction on riding stance, balance control, and wave-catching from knowledgeable and friendly instructors. If you'd prefer to get a little farther out on the water, check out Dolphin Tours to book a trip along the shore to find dolphins and whales. You can also see moray eels and white tip reef sharks when you go under for a bit of snorkeling! Maybe you'd like to get in some inland nature? No problem; Baru Waterfalls Tours is only 19 miles away and offers trips to see a three-tiered waterfall tucked away in a South Pacific jungle. You might even be visited by the occasional Toucan while dining out at the seasonal open-air restaurant. The property has direct access to the beach that is part of the National Park! Walking distance to a short hike at Playa Arco. The beach changes a lot during high tide, you can enjoy the beach at low tide. Things to know: \*Almost no cellphone coverage No Wifi available Private Pool Balcony Patio Beach towels Deck Lanai Enclosed yard Hammock \*4WD vehicle required for access\* Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 2. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 18 years of age to book. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107400000/107391300/107391273/532f4ad9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Toucan Bahía Ballena - Ocean view - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=107391273&PinnedHotelID=107391273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102040000/102032200/102032112/e806d58f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Uvita Bahía Ballena - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very good 5 reviews £223 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=102032112&PinnedHotelID=102032112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30020000/30011900/30011859/e34ab2b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Family Oasis/Walk Beach/No 4x4/Convenient/Pool/AC In All Rooms/Concierge Uvita - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 51 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=30011859&PinnedHotelID=30011859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17880000/17872700/17872686/e76b73fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean View Penthouses by Issimo - Adults Only Manuel Antonio - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=17872686&PinnedHotelID=17872686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21661300/21661233/c59e2b0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Jungle Retreat with Private Pool, WiFi, & Amazing Views from Every Room Uvita - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.6 Exceptional 84 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=21661233&PinnedHotelID=21661233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114217500/114217403/50c96ec4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Cali Beautiful Rainforest Hideaway Savegre - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-07&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=114217403&PinnedHotelID=114217403&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100190000/100181200/100181172/77491ba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Two bedroom. 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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 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 34172 ## About the area Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena.dx6047931) [View more Holiday homes in Bahía Ballena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6047931-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C9.12539%2C-83.70968&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GfwPWUJXpPGhIu_SluKgz8Iqx3Y=) Uvita, Pu ### What's nearby - ![This is the Whales Tail in Costa Rica next to Uvita #AdventurePhotoContest #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/83afa6fd-6969-409a-afa3-a274d234bfea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marino Ballena National Park 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Playa Ballena 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Arco Beach 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Catarata uvita 11 min drive \- 6.4 miles - Playa Tortuga 13 min drive \- 6.4 miles ### Restaurants - Sibu 8 min drive - Restaurante Marino Ballena 7 min drive - La Choza de Alejo 6 min drive - The Bakery 8 min drive - Ballena Bistro 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access? ### What time is check-in at Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access? ### What time is check-out at Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access? ### Where is Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tropical beachfront house w/ private pool, lanai, balcony & beach access Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mohamed O. 7 Feb 2024 #### The highlight of our trip This place was the highlight of our trip. It is a beautiful home in the middle of the forest while also being close to town which was perfect as it gives you the privacy and convenience needed. There was a small pathway that lead directly to the beach which most of the time was private with no one around. Didn't want to leave ##### Mohamed O. ### 6/10 Okay #### Lorenzo 31 Mar 2025 Liked: Communication The location was very nice. Unfortunately, the towels and especially the sheets were very dirty. After we complained, we received new towels but no new sheets. The mosquito nets were broken in many places, allowing a lot of insects to get into the house. The couch was also badly damaged, but instead of replacing it, a blanket was put over it. The refrigerator is rusted on the outside. Both toilets/bathrooms couldn't be closed. Overall, unfortunately, only 5/10\. ##### Lorenzo Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nikola R. 2 Feb 2023 #### Great spot in paradise. We arrived at sunset and the orange and pink colors vibrates throughout the whole house as we arrived. Cozy space, ocean is a walk meat away, down through the yard, the pool is nice, everything was as we desired it to be! We will surely come here to stay again 🙏🏽✨ ##### Nikola R. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Candy S. 7 Jul 2023 #### Pacifico See the sea from any part of the house, and sleep with its glorious sound. ##### Candy S. ### 4/10 Poor #### Danyell D. 5 Jul 2021 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness #### Really Cool Property, Needs Better Maintenance The location is great, just be sure you have a 4x4\. The view of the beach and island off shore is just plain gorgeous. The house itself has a total Swiss Family Robinson vibe. It is VERY cool. That being said, the pool was an absolute swamp. You could not see your waist if you stood in the pool. I wouldn't personally go in it. We had no running water for the first 24 hours. The caretaker is very very nice, I am not faulting him or trying to be rude. The house just needs maintenance, there are missing window panes with no screens so bugs are EVERYWHERE. Including one of the beds and the downstairs shower had more bugs in it that the back patio did outside. I know this is a 'Glamping' experience however, Glamping generally includes running hot and cold water and screens. Also, there is no way to lock the house at all. When you leave there is a string that loops around a nail to hold the door closed. I would not feel comfortable leaving anything valuable (passports/cash/electronics/etc) in the house if I were to be gone for a full day which posed a pretty big issue for us. The fridge did not work properly, things went in cold and came out warm (the freezer part seemed to work fine). All in all, this is a beautiful location and the views are unbeatable. There is lots of wildlife, we had a very close encounter with some howler monkeys and that was incredible. If you can afford it, I would rent this place to chill during low tides and some day time fun and have a second place to keep your things and sleep/shower. ##### Danyell D. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gaby D. 5 Mar 2021 #### Heavenly escape Everything ##### Gaby D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gloriana G. 21 Aug 2020 #### Unforgettable Casa Ballenato is a unique experience where you can enjoy nature. We enjoyed the rainy days as much as sunny days of our stay. It is a wonderful spot and a cool rustic ambience. ##### Gloriana G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie P. 11 Sept 2025 ##### Stephanie P. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ---