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Beautiful Family Friendly Home at the Union of 2 Rivers
| Sleeps | 10 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Space | 4,500 sq. ft. |
| Property type | house |
| Minimum Stay | 2 - 3 nights |
Overview
4 Bedroom, 4 Bath with Large Kitchen and Open Air Balcony - Mountain/River Views
Casa Rio, is an expansive 4 bedroom home, each room with A/C & their own private bathroom. The large open layout downstairs allows for much room to cook and entertain. The Professional style kitchen has all the appliances and utensils you need to entertain groups & host family meals. Casa Rio also includes an open air balcony upstairs complete with 10 person dining and lounge area.
The pool at Manoas is located directly adjacent to Casa Rio, which has a large viewing deck of the union of the Uvita & Ballena rivers below, as well as a covered cabana and bamboo forest to provide shade. The pool deck is also a spectacular place to bird watch as the fresh water below provides a great habitat for many different species. You can also take a refreshing shower in our outdoor shower next to pool after a hike or trip to the beach.
About Steve Young
The Young family comes from Central & South Florida, most recently living just outside of Fort Lauderdale, FL. We moved to Costa Rica at the end of 2013 in search of a new career providing great vacation experiences! We have 2 young children who love the outdoors and love to play at the beach as often as possible. Our goal is to provide our guests with as much help and information to ensure that they are comfortable and get as much out of their vacation time as possible!
Steve Young purchased this house in 2013
Why Steve Young chose Puntarenas
Uvita is a unique location in Costa Rica in that there are tons of activities and attractions, yet it has not been overdeveloped. While here, you feel like you are far removed from civilization in a remote location, yet still close enough to enjoy our creature comforts that we're used to.
Casa Rio at Manoas is a beautiful home perched on a ridge overlooking the union of 2 rivers, with stunning mountain views and a very private jungle backdrop. We immediately fell in love with it's private feel, beautiful landscape and amazing display of wildlife (especially if you're a birder)!
What makes this house unique
Take a hike down to the union of the Uvita and Ballena Rivers to swim in the many swimming holes, or to simply relax and enjoy the sounds of the jungle and rushing rivers. There are also numerous jungle hiking trails to explore, as well as a large swimming hole and waterfall just up the Uvita river!
Amenities
Bahía Ballena House Accommodation and Amenities
- house
- Catering available
- Breakfast - Booking Possible
- Lunch - Booking Possible
- Dinner - Booking Possible
- Housekeeper Included
- 4500 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 10
- pets considered ...
- Events Allowed
- children welcome ...
- smoking allowed ...
- Mountain View ...
- Resort ...
- Village ...
- Water View ...
- Waterfront ...
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Sports & Activities
- Air Conditioning ...
- Clothes Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- Internet ...
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove ...
- Coffee Maker ...
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator ...
- Stove ...
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 10 people
- 4 Bathrooms
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King Bath 2 -
toilet
,
shower
Queen Bath 2 - toilet , shower
King Bath 1 - toilet , shower
Queen Bath 1 - toilet , shower
- Each bathroom contains a walk-in shower, toilet and sink.
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10
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King 1 -
1 king
King 2 - 1 king
Queen 1 - 1 queen
Queen 2 - 2 queen
- 4 Ensuite bedrooms, including 2 with king beds and 2 with queen beds. Each bedroom has high quality bedding and a sufficient amount of pillows. Additional full sized twin mattresses available.
- Books
- DVD Player
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Video Library ...
- Balcony
- Deck / Patio ...
- Outdoor Grill
- wheelchair accessible ...
- Communal Pool
- Concierge
- Massage
- Private Chef
- Staff
- botanical garden
- festivals
- health/beauty spa
- restaurants
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- paddle boating
- photography
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- whale watching
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- freshwater fishing
- hiking
- kayaking
- paragliding
- parasailing
- rafting
- rock climbing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- surf fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- whitewater rafting
Reviews
5/5 -
(2 traveler reviews)
A magical and surreal getaway!
Staying at Casa Rio in Manoas was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. Falling asleep to the hum of cicadas, nestled along the river and surrounded by jungle in such lovely accommodations was truly unforgettable. The owners were warm and welcoming and tended to our every need. Whether it was arranging waterfall tours, recommending amazing local ceviche or helping us navigate our way around town, they never missed a beat. The oversized luxury kitchen, intimate dining deck and pool with a view made for the perfect vacation! We loved it so much, we've decided to go back every year!!
We have found our annual getaway!
My wife and I stayed in one of the bedrooms with a group of long time friends in February of 2015. It was absolute heaven! Hearing the sounds of the Costa Rican wildlife peppered over the steady flow of the two rivers rocked me to sleep every night. Only to awake to Lucy - the hired chef - cooking breakfast every morning. With fresh fruit and coffee to boot. With hiking, surfing, rafting, zip-lining, ATV'ing all at your disposal, this destination is a must!
The pool is perfect after a long day under the hot sun and the outdoor dining area upstairs is perfect for serving up your fresh catch of the day.
Do yourself a favor, check this place out! Maybe we will see you next year!
Map
Uvita is home to many outdoor activities that range from tranquil to exhilerating! Our personal favorites are surfing, white water rafting, stand up paddle boarding and river/waterfall hikes. There is also a animal rescue center nearby that houses many local animals during their rehabilitation process - a great way to learn about the local fauna.
Uvita is also home to the Marino Ballena National Park, where you can view the stunning Whale's Tail sand formation. It is also a protected marine environment and there are many opportunities to view whales, dolphins, sea turtles and many other types of marine animals. There are numerous beaches in the area, and they are all unique! Playa Ventanas is a favorite of ours, with caves right on the beach to explore at low tide!
There are many restaurants in the area that range from innexpensive/casual, to fine dining. Another option is to hire one of the numerous private chefs in the area to come cook your meal at Casa Rio! The large grocery store is also just a 2km drive from Casa Rio, making it easy to stock up on supplies for your beach trip or cook your own meal.
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Rates & Availability
Bahía Ballena House Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
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Green Season
May 1 2017 -
Dec 19 2017
2 night minimum stay
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$350
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$2,000
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$4,000
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Holiday Season 17-18
Dec 20 2017 -
Jan 7 2018
3 night minimum stay
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$500
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$3,150
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Summer Season 18
Jan 8 2018 -
Apr 30 2018
2 night minimum stay
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$400
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$2,500
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$5,000
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My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
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$400
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$2,500
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Additional information about rental rates
Basic cleaning and towel change is provided free of charge every 3 days or upon special request. Additional cleaning requests may be subject to fees. All rental rates include taxes.
* Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
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