Punta Uva Villa

Villa Toucan:2BR Oceanview Rainforest Villa in Wildlife Refuge Punta Uva, Limon Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 96424

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Location: Punta Uva, Limon, Costa Rica, Central America (4 hrs from San Jose airport, 1 hour from Limon airport) View Map

Accommodations:  House / Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-4)

Villa Toucan is a private ocean view villa on the edge of the primary rain forest where you will enjoy the surrounding intense wildlife in the comforts of tropical accommodations built with American quality. The house sits on top of a hill overlooking the rain forest canopy and the Caribbean Sea. The nearby virgin beaches of Punta Uva, Playa Chiquita and Manzanillo are known to be some of the prettiest in the world.

Designed as a vacation house for families and honeymoons, the villa comes fully equipped and can comfortably sleep up to four people. There are two bedrooms, each with its own private balcony, outdoor bathroom and private garden, a full kitchen, dining area, our new hammock hut, barbeque and a wildlife observation terrace. Guests rent the entire house - whether you are one or four people.

The villa is located on our private 9 acre property within the Gandoca Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge where some of the most exuberant wildlife and foliage can be found in Costa Rica. Within the refuge itself, there are plenty of activities to occupy your time while here including nature hikes, dolphin tours, boat tours of the Gandoca lagoon and Punta Mona, explore the many coral coves south of Manzanillo and much more. Outside the refuge, you will also have the opportunity to zip line on one of the better canopy tours of the country, enjoy a full day of rafting on the Pacuare river, enjoy the many and diverse beaches along the coast or just plain relax. Consider booking a private massage right on your terrace overlooking the jungle!

Right from the villa itself, guests can venture onto our our new trail on the property through Maya's Magic Forest - a 20 minute journey through a true virgin rain forest filled with magical trees and wildlife. This trail takes you through a genuine virgin forest - filled with massive trees, jungle vines, a variety of palms, bromeliads and orchids, poison dart frogs, the Golden Orb spider and always a few more surprises. Consider walking the trail at night for even more surprises that can't be seen in the day time.

Consider staying with us at Villa Toucan for a vacation of a lifetime. The property is owned by French-Americans Manuel and Emmanuelle with our 2 daughters Maya Soleil and Sara Star. We live on the property and are always here to help make your stay as enjoyable and memorable as possible.

If you would like to speak with one of us or have questions, please always feel free to call us at (506) 8879 9191. We look forward to seeing you soon! PURA VIDA!!

Vacation Rental Features

  • Amenities
    • Washer: Washing machine available on property
    • Dryer: Available on property
    • Linens Provided: Over sized beach towels
    • Covered Parking
  • Beds
    • King Bed
    • Queen Bed
    • Twin/Single Bed (2)
    • Convertible Bed: Available upon request for small children
  • Entertainment
    • CD Player
    • Music Library: We offer our vast selection of CDs to our clients for your listening enjoyment
  • Kitchen
    • Full Kitchen
    • Cooking Utensils Provided
    • Refrigerator
  • Outdoor Features
    • Charcoal BBQ Grill
    • Deck/Patio
    • Balcony
    • Lanai
    • Gazebo: Our hammock hut - come and relax in the shade
  • View/Location
    • Ocean View: Quick driving distance to the beach
    • Water View
    • Mountain View: Rainforest canopy views
  • Communications
    • Telephone: Telephone available on property
    • Broadband Internet: We offer a high speed internet WI FI connection
    • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
  • Suitability
    • Pet Friendly: Small pets
    • Kid Friendly
    • Smoking Allowed
  • Activities (on site and nearby)
    • Zoo/Wildlife Park
    • Shopping
    • Sightseeing
    • Restaurants
    • Rafting
    • Kayaking
    • Boating
    • Shelling
    • Swimming
    • Snorkeling/Diving
    • Surfing
    • Biking
    • Mountain Biking
    • Wildlife Viewing
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Horseback Riding
  • Other Activities
    • Maya's Magic Forest: Enjoy a 20 minute hike through Maya's magical primary rainforest with easy paths winding you through an ancient forest with massive century old trees. Trail is next to the house.

 

Rate Details (In US Dollars)

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$100/night .. $600/week .. $1800/month (for 1-2 Guests)
$125/night .. $750/week .. $2300/month (for 3-4 Guests)
Higher rates for Christmas/New Year and Easter weeks.
We prefer cash and PAYPAL payments

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

  • Credit Cards Accepted:

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Diners Club

Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

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Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

Map & Owner's Profile

 
 

Villa Toucan:2BR Oceanview Rainforest Villa in Wildlife Refuge

Year Purchased: 2002

Why the Owner Chose Punta Uva

Punta Uva is a living paradise on earth, with a vibrant and lush rain forest that reaches the gorgeous beaches below with white sands and live corals reefs.

The Unique Benefits at this House / Villa

Villa Toucan is slightly off the beaten path...and enjoys some of the most intense nature in Costa Rica with privacy, tranquility and security. Other than the caretaker / owners on site, there are no neighbors! It is the best of both worlds: close to the beaches but a complete immersion in the treasures and wildlife of the tropical primary rain forest!

A
El Refugio Grill and Restaurant

Great little restaurant just at the bottom of the hill. We recommend the tuna!

B
Punta Uva Arricife Beach

Our favorite beach great for snorkeling and enjoying the views. Safe for kids most of the time. There is also a bar / restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in front of the beach.

C
Playa Grande

Great beach for surfing when the waves are up...just below the property

D
Punta Uva The Cove

The famous beach of Punta Uva...5 minutes down the street

E
Selvyn's Bar and Restaurant

Looking for awesome authentic local food? Don't miss Selvyn's!

F
El Duende Grocery Store

A quick drive away you'll find all the groceries you need during your stay

G
CARIBE SUR Real Estate and GREEN Management

Our real estate and property management offices in Playa Chiquita.

H
Carol's Casa del Pan Restaurant

A great local hang out serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a flair of French. Our favorite place!

 

Owner's Map of Punta Uva

We came to Costa Rica in 2002 to realize a lifelong dream and today it is a pleasure and honor to be able to share it with you! We live on the property with our 2 daughters Maya-Soleil and Sara-Star, a short distance from Villa Toucan, but far enough to offer you complete privacy. We enjoy helping our guests with questions, tour bookings, activities, visits on the trails throughout the property and share our experiences about life in the jungle and Costa Rica! We also own and manage a local real estate and property management company.

 

Property Photos

Guest Comments (9)

  • 09/15/09
    Positive Rating
    Anna and Pete , Melbourne, FL
    • Our stay at Villa Toucan was unforgettable. We have traveled to many countries and have seen many beautiful places, Costa Rica and particularly our stay at Villa Toucan is one of those beautiful places that we will never forget. Manuel and Emmanuelle (hosts) provided us with a comfortable, pleasant and unique environment. If you ever wanted to completely relax and isolate yourself from busy life- Villa Toucan is the best place to do so. It is only you and the nature. Thank you Manuel and Emmanuelle. P.S. We miss our Lucy. Have you seen her?

      Homeowner Response:
      Thank you Pete and Anne! And it was a pleasure meeting the 2 of you. We hope to see you again in the near future. PURA VIDA....Lucy says hi!
  • 07/06/09
    Positive Rating
    Jonathan , Phoenix, AZ
    • Wow, great place and even greater hosts! We stayed a week and had a great time. The jungle is dense and rain storms impressive. The beach is close but we typically drove. This house is off the beaten path and a great place to see toucans, monkeys, poison arrow frogs, and...
  • 06/17/09
    Positive Rating
    Hillary Rusk , Phoenix, AZ
    • Villa Toucan was a lovely home in a beautiful setting. We enjoyed our stay and the hospitality of the owners. Relaxing on the porch of the house or on the beach down the road were our favorite things to do. We were always amazed by the sights and sounds that the rainforest had to offer.
  • 03/24/09
    Positive Rating
    James & Kristin Behrens , Cottage Grove, MN
    • We just got back from a wonderful stay in Villa Toucan! The house and grounds are even more beautiful than the pictures show and are private and peaceful. We saw so many beautiful birds, butterflies, and other interesting creatures during our stay. Emmanuel & Manuel and their daughters are delightful hosts who never bother you but are always ready to help out with whatever you need. The only thing you do need is a 4x4 vehicle as the driveway is very steep - but this also keeps the house very private with no worries about having any folks wandering by. We absolutely LOVED our stay in this house and are already looking forward to coming back again for a future visit. Many thanks to our hosts for creating such a special "paradise" for us to enjoy!! Pura vida!!
  • 11/30/08
    Positive Rating
    Nicole & Patrick , Ottawa, Canada
    • Un grand merci a la famille Pinto pour un acceuil si chaleureux au coeur d'une jungle rassurante. Villa toucan porte bien son nom car des toucans il y en a partout des petits et des grands. La maison est absolument magnifique et tres confortable.Nous avons fait la rencontre de plusieurs insectes qui sont venus se presenter dans toute leur beaute mais sans jamais nous deranger. Merci beaucoup!
  • 12/04/06
    Positive Rating
    Eugene and Diana Davidson , Louisville, TN
    • We had such a wonderful experience at Villa Toucan. We were awakened by the sounds of the howler monkeys as well as the toucans.Manual and Emmanuelle were there when we needed them, otherwise it was very private. The wildlife was amazing---we definately want to return year after year!
  • 02/15/06
    Positive Rating
    Corinne and Pat , Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
    • We had the pleasure of staying at Villa Toucan for 4 days at the end of January 2006. The location, in the heart of the rainforest, is magical. The guesthouse is charming, tastefully decorated and almost spa-like. And a real treat in Costa Rica, the towels were plentiful, large and fluffy. We were woken by howlers and went to bed serenaded by frogs. A large sloth called a tree right next to the guest house home. We also had visits from a scorpion (no worries, only outside), lots of pretty toucans, and bats at dusk. Showering in the fresh air while looking out into the jungle was an especially wonderful experience. Manuel, Emmanuel and their young daughter Maya were pleasant, helpful hosts, especially Maya who quickly introduced herself and began sharing her knowledge of the local flora and fauna. The location is a little isolated, about 20 minutes over very rough roads to Puerto Viejo or 5 minutes from Manzanillo over good roads. But the isolation was what made the place special. We'd definately go back!
  • 02/01/06
    Positive Rating
    Jack , New Hampshire, USA
    • We stayed at the Vila just before Christmas. The accomodations were first class, the humming birds were everywhere and much more colorful than we have here in New Hampshire. Seeing Toucans was a treat! We thoroughly enjoyed the bathrooms though the nights sky was most amazing. Waking up to the sounds of Howler Monkeys, though common to the area, was still exciting. The hosts were most gracious. It is a place we will return to!
  • 11/21/05
    Positive Rating
    • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
      Dear Guests and Friends, Please feel free to enter your comments about your stay with us in this space so that we can better accommodate you and other guests in the future. PURA VIDA Manuel, Emmanuelle, Maya Soleil and Sara Star

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Dates available: Year Round
Before contacting us, please check our calendar for your desired dates.

Note: Each property is individually owned or managed.

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