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Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches

Holiday home in Bahía Ballena with private pool and kitchen

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Exterior
Toucans stop by for a snack in the afternoon and sing in the mornings.
Outdoor dining
The curtains to the living room can be closed if needed.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Uvita, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Catarata uvita
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Secret Lau Pool
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches

Luxury Rainforest Retreat with Private Pool & Abundant Wildlife in Uvita

Escape to a private luxury rainforest home in Uvita, Costa Rica, where modern comfort meets one of the most wildlife-rich environments in the region. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath ensuite retreat is tucked into lush jungle surroundings, offering a peaceful, immersive Costa Rica experience — just minutes from beaches, waterfalls, and Marino Ballena National Park (Whale's Tail)

Perfect for families, couples, and small groups, this home combines privacy, convenience, and unforgettable encounters with nature.

The Home

- 3 private bedrooms / 3 full private bathrooms each attached to bedrooms for comfortable group stays with their own Air Conditioning
- Private jungle-view pool, ideal for relaxing and wildlife watching
- Open-concept living with high ceilings and natural light
- Fully equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals
- Indoor-outdoor living spaces designed to connect you with the rainforest
- High-speed Wi-Fi, suitable for remote work and streaming

Unmatched Wildlife Experience
This property is a true wildlife sanctuary. Guests frequently spot:

- Howler and white-faced monkeys moving through the trees
- Sloths climbing nearby
- Toucans, hummingbirds, and tropical birds throughout the day
- Butterflies surrounding the home and pool area

The sounds of the jungle create a calm, unforgettable backdrop — a hallmark of an authentic Costa Rica vacation rental.

Prime Uvita Location

- 5 minutes to Playa Hermosa, Dominical, and Uvita beaches
- Close to Marino Ballena National Park (Whale’s Tail)
- Short drive to waterfalls, hiking trails, and rainforest adventures
- Easy access to restaurants, surf schools, grocery stores, and cafés

Whether you’re here to relax, explore, surf, or reconnect with nature, this home places you at the center of Costa Rica’s Southern Zone while offering total privacy.

Ideal for:

✔ Families with children
✔ Couples seeking a nature-focused escape
✔ Eco-luxury travelers
✔ Long-term or extended stays

Experience the best of Uvita — a private rainforest retreat filled with wildlife, comfort, and adventure.

Book now and secure your unforgettable Costa Rica getaway.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge 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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Uvita, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Playa Colonia - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Catarata uvita - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Secret Lau Pool - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Arco Beach - 8 min drive - 9.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Café Vivo - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Rainforest Retreat w/ Private Pool, Lots of Wildlife, Minutes to Beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Secret Lau Pool, Catarata uvita and Marino Ballena National Park. Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jalynn B.

AMAZING!!!

Our family travels a lot for Christmas, and this by far was one of our favorite homes we have ever stayed in. It was simply amazing. We were out in nature, but also enjoyed hot water, and air conditioning. We want a home like this!!! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

2/10 Terrible

Ryan R.

Although it is listed as ocean view, the property is NOT oceanview

The view of the ocean is about 1/2 inch through some trees off on the horizon. Other homes on VRBO that say “ocean view” legitimately have a beautiful view of the ocean. This home has a view of trees, and more trees. It is pretty, but it is definitely not ocean view. The home is well cared for. A problematic point of the property is the dog, which although he is well loved, is not ideal for vacationers. His continual barking through the night was tiring. It was recommended by the owner we use ear plugs. We felt having to use earplugs while on vacation in the jungle at a supposed “ocean view home” was ironic and not conducive to relaxing, sleep filled nights. The owner did her best to handle some issues we had that were out of her control. (A large swarm of bees so large that the fire department had to come and we had to evacuate the premises for an entire day) Overall the home is nice. Pool is small but sufficient. Air conditioning works well in the rooms. We never had the TV working and it would have been nice to have living room furniture you can actually sit back and be comfortable relaxing on.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn M.

Jungle Paradise!

My husband, one-year old daughter, and myself stayed in this beautiful home for five weeks. The home is exactly as described, if not better. We have stayed in many VRBOs and this is by far the most well appointed home we've ever rented. We cooked almost every day; the appliances are stellar and we wanted for nothing in terms of utensils and cookware. The bedrooms all have firm, nice beds and the air conditioning units work extremely well. Now for the fun part...if you are visiting Costa Rica for wildlife then this house is your dream rental! Several times a week we saw monkeys making their way across the trees in the backyard. One afternoon as I was doing the dishes, I looked up and to my utter delight there was a sloth right in front of my eyes making his way down a tree, no binoculars required! We also saw countless birds, including toucans and hummingbirds on a weekly basis. The only animals we were not fond of were the cicadas, since they could be quite loud, but from what I was told we were there during an unusually prominent season for them. I can't say enough good things about Melania, the home's caretaker. By the time we left, she felt like family. Our daughter caught the flu during our stay, and Melania came over with soup and Jello the same evening. Another night, we ran out of propane while cooking and within 20 minutes Melania had someone over at the house refilling the tank--problem solved. The owners Sara and Logan are also lightening quick to respond to any issues and were extremely easy and friendly to communicate with before and during our stay. The town of Uvita is much less touristy than some other areas, but still surprisingly has more than enough stellar dining options and two good supermarkets. Also, about a five minute drive from the house is a cool hotel (Vista Ballena) that has stunning sunset views and a good bar. Our favorite beaches were Hermosa, Pinuela and Ventanas (this one has rental lounge chairs with canopy tents for around $13). If you are contemplating visiting Costa Rica with an infant, don't hesitate. Everyone was super welcoming (even at nice restaurants) of our daughter and we felt totally safe everywhere we went with her. I would not hesitate to stay at this VRBO again. I'm already missing the wonderful weather and daily sense of adventure we felt during our time here. Thank you!!!
Stayed 38 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful place

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mas Palmas! Our kids loved playing in the pool, the open air kitchen and living space were great, and the bedrooms cool and comfortable. Uvita is two minutes away and the local beaches and restaurants were lovely. Finally, Sarah made our stay easy, with good recommendations and she was really helpful as we struggled to rearrange our trip and get home in the midst of border closures. When this has all passed, book yourself a ticket to Costa Rica and stay at Mas Palmas.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denis F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This was an absolutely stunning property. The pool and surrounding jungle were a great place to relax and look for wildlife. We happened to go at the time of year that cidades breed in the area. They create quite an orchestra during the day which caught us off guard at first, but we quickly adjusted to the noise. They became a running joke through the stay >:P the hosts were easy to contact and we had a truly unforgettable stay. Thank you Sarah and Logan for opening up your home for us to enjoy

10/10 Excellent

Rob C.

Jungle dreams

We recently stayed at Sarah and Logan's home in Uvita with a family of 4 - and we LOVED it. After travelling extensively through costa rica we can honestly say this was our favourite home. It checked all our boxes - spacious pool, well-equipped kitchen, comfy beds, effective fans/A/C, wifi, and a spectacular connection with the jungle. Our boys were thrilled to regularly see capuchins, toucans, jesus christ lizards, hummingbirds and lots of noisy insects ;) We actually preferred this house to the one we stayed at the week previously which had spectacular ocean views. This home is perfectly situated on the property to capture the best connection with the surrounding jungle and also the best shading from the intense late day heat. Besides that there are a lot of little thoughtful things - nightlights everywhere, phone charging cables, beach chairs, a cooler, new linens, lots of towels. The area is great if you are into beaches, surfing or wildlife. We surfed at Dominical (15 minute drive), Dominicalito, Hermosa, and Colonia (10 minute drive). We drove an hour to Manuel Antonio and saw sloths and monkeys. You can also access Corcovado or Cano Island with an hour and a half boat ride from Uvita. The snorkelling off of Cano was amazing. Lots of good restaurants within a 15 minute drive from the house as well. The kids enjoyed interacting with Amber the dog, and the house was tidied daily by Melania (caretaker). Overall we really felt at home here and would love to return one day. Pura Vida.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathan Y.

Perfectly luxurious, authentic Costa Rican home!

Wonderful experience! This home was the perfect balance of luxury and authenticity for our vacation in southern Costa Rica. Open-air living room means a pool?! Yes please. And each bedroom has A/C and a nice bathroom/shower. We felt right at home in the jungle setting as the monkeys swung past and toucans hung out in the trees. You can even see the ocean through a pocket view through the trees! The road and driveway are well maintained and within a neighborhood so the home is easily accessible despite being uphill in the mountainside. Very secluded for a majestic and private experience but only very short 5 minute drive to the beach or to town to grab a cappuccino, lunch or a nice dinner. There's an on-sight house keeper in the guest house and the owners were extremely friendly and accessible by phone as well. Highly highly recommend this home for a truly authentic Costa Rican experience without sacrificing luxury and modern amenities!

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

Everything was great

Everything was great the caretakers where always helpful, the house is super nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Absolutely Amazing Home and Location

We love this jungle bungalow with the big pool! Tucked away off the main road in the hills of Uvita made this place a perfect stay for our Costa Rica vacation. The great thing about this property was that it offered all the modern amenities while still feeling like a true jungle bungalow. I still can't get over how you are truly surrounded by a rich jungle full of monkeys, iguanas, and toucans all while relaxing by the pool. The location also made it very easy to explore the gorgeous beaches and delicious restaurants. The owners were also very helpful with great recommendations for the area. I highly recommend this home and I know I will be back as soon as possible. Pura Vida!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

An amazing experience in an amazing home

My favorite thing about this house is that it's a true combination of everything I love about Costa Rica with the fanciness that I require. The bedroom was clean, the shower was hot, the bed was very comfy, and the daily maid service made me feel like I was in a hotel. We were always surrounded by wildlife- a troop of monkeys and pairs of tucans daily and gorgeous flora and fauna. The location is awesome as well. There's a variety of different beaches to explore and a very short drive to Uvita that has amazing restaurants. My favorite time of day would be around 5ish having cocktails in the pool listening to the animals get ready for their evening. I wish we could have stayed longer!

10/10 Excellent

Paige Y.

Amazing Property!

What a great experience! The house was beautiful, clean and very well maintained. The views are spectacular! We saw monkeys and toucans while sitting on the patio! The location was in a perfect spot, so close to multiple beaches and great restaurants. On top of everything, the owners were amazing! They were extremely helpful and gave us great recommendations. We can't wait to go back!

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Beautiful Property!

Beautiful Property! Amazing open concept living space with private pool. Breathtaking views and a short drive to the beach. Would recommend to anyone!

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Amazing property, perfect for large group

This is a wonderful property, perfect for a large family or a group. 5 minutes to the beach and other attractions. The house is very clean and spacious. Don't miss out on this dream location in the rain forest!

About the host

Hosted by Logan Alexander

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My husband and I went to Costa Rica on our honeymoon and fell in love with the country. We've been back every year since and decided this year to purchase a home there. We currently live in Austin, Texas but love traveling the world. Costa Rica is our favorite because there's a constant sense of adventure, so much wildlife, and a rich beautiful country and people.

Why they chose this property

We love Mas Palmas because it's so secluded from other homes and the outdoor living is exactly why you go to Costa Rica. You want to be close to nature and breathe the fresh air. We also love the home because is spacious and each bedroom has their own bathroom.

What makes this property unique

With the kitchen and living room outside, you're always enjoying Costa Rica. It's such a relaxing house that you forget you're so close to bars and restaurants.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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