Title: Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular 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 # Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular Holiday home in Bahía Ballena with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68540000/68537400/68537322/8e3dcf88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68540000/68537400/68537322/85ae410f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68540000/68537400/68537322/50163537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68540000/68537400/68537322/c3a440f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68540000/68537400/68537322/be1aed43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular provides amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular This magnificent Villa has it all! The Villa has a great flow and architectural layout with the kitchen and living room centered in the middle complete with two master bedroom suites and a third room with an attached bathroom. Each room has sliding doors that open to a large deck with a pool and each has a spectacular ocean, jungle, and sunset view. Each master bedroom has a separate shower and a bathtub. One master bedroom has an indoor jacuzzi while the other has an outdoor bathtub. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### 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 ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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) ## 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=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=76335098&PinnedHotelID=76335098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29620000/29619923/7bfc9b47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star Uvita - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 68 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=29619923&PinnedHotelID=29619923&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39860000/39858400/39858304/d5aa80f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### WHALES TAIL VIEWS Del Congos Uvita Great privacy,BIRD Reserve,Waterslide Pool Uvita - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 105 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=39858304&PinnedHotelID=39858304&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, an infinity pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22720000/22711200/22711103/6af2a310.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### WHALES TAIL View Exotic Designer House 13 acre PRIVACY, Birding w 50 MILE VIEW Uvita - Sea view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 76 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=22711103&PinnedHotelID=22711103&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100160000/100157600/100157573/8e76f45c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Most luxurious Villa closest to National Park 250m! 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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 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 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 Ocean View, Secret Place - Casa Espectacular Ballena ## About the area Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Parque Reptilandia are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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Marino Ballena National Park and Arco Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh F. 28 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home, amazing view Very nice house and the view from the patio is amazing. Great communication and access to host. ##### Josh F. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeff R. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a view! We enjoyed our stay very much. The indoor-outdoor space was very nice as you can see the famous whale tale and there is wildlife all around you. The house is nicely appointed but a few things need some updates and maintenance. ##### Jeff R. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Micah C. 2 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing View This home was a great choice, and we would stay again! The pictures don't do it justice; the home looks better in person. It was very comfortable and in a safe neighborhood. Close to the beach and the market. ##### Micah C. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JoanneDerek C. 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Family Getaway The view. Wow. Just wow.The house is very well equipped and very well designed, the layout was perfect for 3 couples. It's in a very quiet location, we hardly heard another person during our stay. entststay. The ##### JoanneDerek C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise What an incredible villa! Pictures do not do it justice, the home is gorgeous and the view from the pool area is absolutely breathtaking! We had more than enough space for our family of four, toucans in the trees by the pool deck and scarlet macaws flying overhead! Had minor hot water/AC issues which were immediately addressed and fixed. Road up is no joke, doable but steep and rocky so grab a 4x4 like others are saying. Perfect location 7 min to town, would highly recommend! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet F., Overland Park, KS USA 13 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Accomodations! Best In Uvita! We stayed eight nights and you could not have asked for a better experience! I have stayed at several other VRBO’s around Uvita on the mountains, and this one is clearly the best. The pictures do not do it justice! The infinity pool was amazing, it was extremely clean and was well appointed. Thank you for the great experience! We will be back! ##### Janet F. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis J. 5 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The name says it all!!! This house is amazing!!! Very open floor plan with 2 “wings” where the bedrooms are. The views are out of this world incredible!!! Relaxing on the covered patio by the infinity pool during rain storms was so relaxing. The house was spotless when we arrived and had plenty of kitchen utensils (for cooking and eating), and beach towels to use. Olmer was great to deal with and very responsive. He gave many excellent recommendations for restaurants and things to do. ##### Dennis J. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randall B. 29 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So Good I Kinda Want to Keep it to Myself and Friends (instead of posting a 5 star rating). Wonderful house with absolutely amazing views. You undoubtedly need a 4x4 or AWD to access but worth it. The house was reasonably appointed, and it'd be perfect for 3 couples or a decent sized family (we had 5 total). Outdoor space by pool is amazing. Agree with other reviews that was waaaay bigger than I pictured. Our host was exceptionally cordial and responsive, even on an item I thought was going to be pretty major (but was instead quickly fixed...in CR!!). Main house is open air which was fine for us and exceptionally charming but not sure I read about that (or understood it) in the property description. Hope to be back! ##### Randall B. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janelle G. 16 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Romantic Getaway This property was outstanding for a private, romantic getaway for me and my wife. We spent a week at Casa Espectacular and wish we could have stayed longer. Olmer was very responsive and was fantastic for helping us arrange activities (we highly recommend the private chef and paragliding). The road to the house is not too bad, but a 4x4 is recommended. Only negatives: some of the appliances and furniture in the house do need some attention and there is construction going on for a beautiful path from the house to a patio just down the hill and the workers disturbed our privacy for a couple of days. Also, the water heater is solar and if there isn't much sun you won't have warm water so be prepared for that. The beach is not within walking distance though the listing indicates that it is. Even with those small negatives, this is a wonderful place to stay and is within a short drive to beaches, waterfalls, restaurants, and stores. Highly recommended! ##### Janelle G. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean M. 15 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### I love this house! We spent a month at Casa Espactacular and what a month it was. This house is truly amazing. If I were to build a coastal house this would be the design for sure. We spent most of our time on the back patio overlooking the National Park and the beautiful "Whale's Tail" Playa. Every day we enjoyed seeing the Toucans go back and forth and listen to the sounds of the Jungle. It is a neighborhood so it's not entirely quiet all the time but you do feel a great sense of privacy the way the house is laid out and oriented to the land. The house was well equipped and had all of the necessities. The access can be a bit challenging with a two wheel drive car but it is possible as we had small two wheel car for the entire month. The rental manager was terrific and very responsive if we needed anything but otherwise gave us our privacy and space to enjoy our stay. Highly recommend this house and we hope to come back. ##### Sean M. Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet F. 7 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Home outside Uvita!! Wonderful place to stay! The most beautiful view of the Whales Tail and ocean, and beautiful flowers! Best place to stay and I have stayed in several in the area. ##### Janet F. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024