Location: Uvita, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Central America (15 Kilometers south of Dominical)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 7)
Keywords: awesome view, nature lover's villa, great family vacation setting, perfect for two couples
Pura Vida! Casa Miramar is a private, comfortable Costa Rican getaway, located a cool 800 feet above the Pacific Ocean and the thriving town of Uvita. This modern and spacious two bedroom, two bath main house sleeps five people comfortably. Casa Miramar also offers a secluded smaller house - the casita - which has one bedroom and includes a bath, kitchen and large veranda and is sure to charm two additional guests.
Other than the weekly visit of the gardener and housekeeper (included in rates) you can lull away the days in your veranda hammock enjoying the ocean, mountain and river valley views, or take a dip in the inviting pool in sublime peace and privacy.
A great vantage spot for birdwatchers, the veranda is a perfect perch for watching and listening to the local birdlife. To name just a few, there are resident falcons, toucans, tanagers, parrots, of course hummingbirds, and what we call the "mystery bird". It's song is beautiful and unique, but the bird is very shy and has yet to be seen. Many butterflies will delight you as they visit the mariposa garden. Often you can see the troop of white faced monkeys that live in the nearby jungle.
From the moment you drive through the gated entryway, the view can take your breath away. An arched veranda borders the pool with a large deck for more party and family fun in the garden. Our newest addition is a "Balinese Gazebo", which offers a comfortable spot to rest under the thatch fronds. A charcoal bbq rounds out the fun by the pool.
The master wing holds a spacious bathroom with two sinks, a jacuzzi tub with an awesome jungle view, and two showers. The master king bed is dramatically framed by arched windows looking out to the "Whales Tail", Costa Rica's only marine park. Teakwood floors make your first steps of the morning pleasant and connects you to your outdoor private "coffee deck", and a meditation garden.
The second wing has a spacious bathroom with skylight, and a bedroom with one queen and one single bed.
The kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances, double sink with dishwasher.
The living room has an entertainment cabinet with a tv for dvd viewing, and opens onto the veranda through french doors making an optional open living area.
Casa Miramar is located not far off (2 kilometers) the Costaneros Highway, but a four-wheel drive vehicle is necessary for the unpaved road to the house. Of special consideration is that there are no river crossings or difficult roads to access this house. The drive from the paved costenera to the house is 7 minutes.
Located along the newly paved Costanera Highway, Uvita is south of the colorful surfer town of Dominical and north of Ojochal. Casa Miramar is a perfect headquarters for jumping to the Osa Peninsula by sea or by road, and to points north or inland. You'll find that friendly Uvita is a thriving village where you can stay close to home and be thoroughly entertained. Choose from a variety of sports and sightseeing tours including a 'not to miss' horseback tour through the jungle to a waterfall followed by a gallop along the ocean.
There is a wide selection of restaurants in the area. A modern grocery store, tour guides, unspoiled beaches and waterfalls are all nearby. Though the area is growing at a fast pace, there is still that sense of "back in time" with locals sometimes riding on horseback down the main street. Uvita offers modern conveniences, including a bakery with yummy desserts, and Internet cafes where you're bound to run into some very interesting people.
Come to Costa Rica. Like nowhere else.
(Please be advised: The property has dramatic views, which also means areas of ledges which may not be suitable for small children if left unattended.)
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : A/C unit in master bedroom. Ceiling fans throughout house and porch and additional standing fan in second bedroom.
- Linens Provided : linens provided
- Washer : private washer and dryer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed : posturpedic pillow top king in master, queen and twin in second, double in casita
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Water View
- Mountain View
- Monument View : front and center view of the "whale's tail" nat'l park
- Communications
- Cell Phone
- Broadband Internet : internet connection via data/air card
- Other Amenities
- Meditation garden. Balinese Gazebo Air Conditioning in master bedroom, ceiling fans in all bedrooms and standing fans, Jacuzzi Tub-in Bath, Board games, Installed security system and safes for valuables
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : must give notice of any animals
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Allowed : in outdoor areas only please
- Smoking Not Allowed : please no smoking inside house
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- Canopy Tours, Zip Lines, Butterfly Farm, Great Birdwatching, ATV Tours, Ultra light air tours
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
June 01 - Dec 15... $ 995/week $2200/mo/ $160 extra nights (Green Season)
Jan 16 - May 31 .. $1295/week .. $2760/month $192/nt(High Season)
Rates based on up to 5 person reservation.
Ask for long term rates 3 months or longer
Security Deposit for Cell Phone, Data Card and Pets
For additional guests over 5 persons - Casita Rates from $400 per week
Holiday rate - add 10%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
We discovered Costa Rica 9 years ago and found Costa Ballena, the southern Pacific coast, to be the gem of the country. We soon found a piece of property above the town of Uvita with an awesome ocean view and built our home, Casa Miramar.
3 Years ago we developed another beautiful piece of property in the town of Ojochal, 12 miles south, where we now reside and have built a guest house, (VRBO #324887) Casa Rica.
We've traveled the world over, having lived in Bali and the Virgin Islands, and have found Costa Rica to be another paradise found.
This is our home.
Property Photos
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- Main house with veranda and pool - Costa Rica Vacation Rental in Uvita
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- view from veranda - Costa Rica Vacation Rental in Uvita
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- Master bath in main house - Costa Rica Vacation Rental in Uvita
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- master bedroom
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- second bedroom
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #101943
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