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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81614.6 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Puerto Viejo, Limon
- Place, Punta Uva Beach6 min walk
- Place, Playa Chiquita19 min walk
- Place, Black Beach13 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
"Blue Ocean" in villa Ginger.
1 Queen Bed
"Red Corrals" in Villa Ginger.
1 Queen Bed
"White Corrals" in Villa Cacao.
1 Queen Bed
Sitting - sleeping area at villa Cacao.
2 Single Sofa Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom at villa Ginger
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master bathroom at villa Cacao
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Second bathroom at villa Cacao
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Ocean view luxury property with pool in the jungle at 10 min walk to the beach.
"Ginger & Cacao" is a sanctuary like organic luxury property of one acre of lush tropical jungle with ocean views. Overlooking the Atlantic, at 10 min walk to Punta Uva beach, one of the most beautiful in Costa Rica.
Its layout, with individual homes surrounded only by nature, provides for a relaxing vacation.
Ginger & Cacao includes two villas and a cottage, a pool with leisure area and pool pavilion with swinging beds, and caretakers' cottage, with the property laundry.
Please note the multiple options for rent:
1. RENT THE ENTIRE PROPERTY - this option includes renting the two villas Ginger and Cacao (current listing #754932) and the White Cottage, separate listing #750426. This option sleeps max 10 adults and children included. Please contact the host to book.
2. Rent the two villas as listed ( sleeps max 8 - adults and children included).
3. Rent one of the two villas, each one for max 4 guests, adults and children included. Please contact the host for this option.
4. Rent The White Cottage. Please contact the host for this option or visit listing #750426.
THE RATES IN THIS LISTING ARE FOR RENTING THE TWO VILLAS ONLY!
"Ginger & cacao" is perfect for individual vacations, family gatherings, small weddings parties and honeymoons.
Each house in the property has its own space and privacy, and each one is unique. High ceilings, hardwood floors, massive wooden doors and large decks complete the villas’ elegant furnishings. Each house has free WiFi and TV/cable. Ceiling and portable fans ventilate every space in the villas, sliding mosquito screens are installed on every door and window.
Villa Cacao is build at the elevated portion of the property, it has fantastic ocean and jungle views from all rooms. The villa has one master suit with a queen size bed and an ensuite full bath with indoor and outdoor showers. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher including, and bar which connects it with the large deck. The sitting area has a dedicated full bath and is beautifully furnished with two sofa beds that are set up for comfortable sleeping. Villa Cacao shares the parking bellow the cottage. A private path takes you to the beautiful pool area.
Villa Ginger is nested into the surrounding jungle with views of it from every single window and decks. The villa has two air conditioned bedrooms with queen size beds, one full bathroom with jungle views. In addition, ceiling fans in each space keep the villa fresh and well ventilated. The fully equipped kitchen with dining area connects with two large decks. The front deck has sitting area is furnished with a table, chairs, chases and umbrellas. The villa has its own parking space at the front. A minute walk on paved path will take you to the pool area.
Both villas have safe deposit boxes installed in the bedroom wardrobes. Please secure all your valuables and close/lock all windows and doors before leaving the property.
WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PERSONAL LOSS!
The White Cottage, the third house at the property, is build under huge trees and next to the pool. The ocean views from its large verandas are terrific. The cottage is full of light. Its style & design truly reflect the owner’s ideas for beach comfort. This cottage is perfect for honeymoon vacations.
The beautiful pool area, surrounded by jungle and gardens, includes a pavilion with swinging daybeds, and a leisure area with chaises and umbrellas.
The pool area is the perfect spot to see large families of capuchin and howling monkeys raiding the treetops, and to observe the amazing toucans on nearby trees.
The property is interesting to explore. It consists of authentic tropical jungle with landscaped bromelia gardens around each house, and plants with lots of colors and fragrance. The numerous cacao trees and ginger plants inspired the name, “Ginger & Cacao”.
The property is maintained by caretakers. For your service and convenience, they reside in a separate cottage on the property grounds by the gate.
‘ Ginger & Cacao” is perfectly located at just short walk to Punta Uva Beach, one of the most striking in Costa Rica. A rare place, still kept as natural as possible, with a minimum negative impact of over-development. Here is where the jungle meets the white sand beach with its emeralds waters, and the almond trees to provide a natural shade. It’s not crowded and it's safe for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
In Punta Uva one feels in complete connection with nature. There is nothing more beautiful than to get on a bicycle and go for an early morning ride to Gandoca- Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. There is so much life and activity in the jungle at this time of the day. Howling monkeys call from the tree tops, butterflies, and birds flying around searching for food.
Punta Uva is a very private area, removed from the traffic and congestion in areas closer to Puerto Viejo. There are a few excellent restaurants, grocery stores, bike & tuk-tuk rentals. And if you choose, you can quickly get to Puerto Viejo, by car or bicycle.
At night, the action happens in Puerto Viejo. It might look a bit shabby, but give it some time and it will grow on you. The somewhat sleepy village turns vibrant at night, full of life and music, with the smell of food coming from all directions. Ocean-front bars blast reggae and calypso. Shops stay open till late hours.
“Ginger & Cacao” offers an exiting and safe place to stay in the middle of the jungle, and a fantastic opportunity for a memorable experience of the Caribbean Costa Rica.
Hope to see you soon!
Zvezda
Its layout, with individual homes surrounded only by nature, provides for a relaxing vacation.
Ginger & Cacao includes two villas and a cottage, a pool with leisure area and pool pavilion with swinging beds, and caretakers' cottage, with the property laundry.
Please note the multiple options for rent:
1. RENT THE ENTIRE PROPERTY - this option includes renting the two villas Ginger and Cacao (current listing #754932) and the White Cottage, separate listing #750426. This option sleeps max 10 adults and children included. Please contact the host to book.
2. Rent the two villas as listed ( sleeps max 8 - adults and children included).
3. Rent one of the two villas, each one for max 4 guests, adults and children included. Please contact the host for this option.
4. Rent The White Cottage. Please contact the host for this option or visit listing #750426.
THE RATES IN THIS LISTING ARE FOR RENTING THE TWO VILLAS ONLY!
"Ginger & cacao" is perfect for individual vacations, family gatherings, small weddings parties and honeymoons.
Each house in the property has its own space and privacy, and each one is unique. High ceilings, hardwood floors, massive wooden doors and large decks complete the villas’ elegant furnishings. Each house has free WiFi and TV/cable. Ceiling and portable fans ventilate every space in the villas, sliding mosquito screens are installed on every door and window.
Villa Cacao is build at the elevated portion of the property, it has fantastic ocean and jungle views from all rooms. The villa has one master suit with a queen size bed and an ensuite full bath with indoor and outdoor showers. The kitchen is fully equipped with dishwasher including, and bar which connects it with the large deck. The sitting area has a dedicated full bath and is beautifully furnished with two sofa beds that are set up for comfortable sleeping. Villa Cacao shares the parking bellow the cottage. A private path takes you to the beautiful pool area.
Villa Ginger is nested into the surrounding jungle with views of it from every single window and decks. The villa has two air conditioned bedrooms with queen size beds, one full bathroom with jungle views. In addition, ceiling fans in each space keep the villa fresh and well ventilated. The fully equipped kitchen with dining area connects with two large decks. The front deck has sitting area is furnished with a table, chairs, chases and umbrellas. The villa has its own parking space at the front. A minute walk on paved path will take you to the pool area.
Both villas have safe deposit boxes installed in the bedroom wardrobes. Please secure all your valuables and close/lock all windows and doors before leaving the property.
WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PERSONAL LOSS!
The White Cottage, the third house at the property, is build under huge trees and next to the pool. The ocean views from its large verandas are terrific. The cottage is full of light. Its style & design truly reflect the owner’s ideas for beach comfort. This cottage is perfect for honeymoon vacations.
The beautiful pool area, surrounded by jungle and gardens, includes a pavilion with swinging daybeds, and a leisure area with chaises and umbrellas.
The pool area is the perfect spot to see large families of capuchin and howling monkeys raiding the treetops, and to observe the amazing toucans on nearby trees.
The property is interesting to explore. It consists of authentic tropical jungle with landscaped bromelia gardens around each house, and plants with lots of colors and fragrance. The numerous cacao trees and ginger plants inspired the name, “Ginger & Cacao”.
The property is maintained by caretakers. For your service and convenience, they reside in a separate cottage on the property grounds by the gate.
‘ Ginger & Cacao” is perfectly located at just short walk to Punta Uva Beach, one of the most striking in Costa Rica. A rare place, still kept as natural as possible, with a minimum negative impact of over-development. Here is where the jungle meets the white sand beach with its emeralds waters, and the almond trees to provide a natural shade. It’s not crowded and it's safe for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
In Punta Uva one feels in complete connection with nature. There is nothing more beautiful than to get on a bicycle and go for an early morning ride to Gandoca- Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge. There is so much life and activity in the jungle at this time of the day. Howling monkeys call from the tree tops, butterflies, and birds flying around searching for food.
Punta Uva is a very private area, removed from the traffic and congestion in areas closer to Puerto Viejo. There are a few excellent restaurants, grocery stores, bike & tuk-tuk rentals. And if you choose, you can quickly get to Puerto Viejo, by car or bicycle.
At night, the action happens in Puerto Viejo. It might look a bit shabby, but give it some time and it will grow on you. The somewhat sleepy village turns vibrant at night, full of life and music, with the smell of food coming from all directions. Ocean-front bars blast reggae and calypso. Shops stay open till late hours.
“Ginger & Cacao” offers an exiting and safe place to stay in the middle of the jungle, and a fantastic opportunity for a memorable experience of the Caribbean Costa Rica.
Hope to see you soon!
Zvezda
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Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
The property is not equipped for receiving babies.
Events
No events allowed
For staying guests only. Pool partie by 10pm max.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No exceptions.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. 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
Note from host: For staying guests only. Pool partie by 10pm max.
Long-term renters welcome
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Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
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About the area
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca
Located in Cahuita, this villa is by the sea. Cahuita National Park and Punta Uva Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Talamanca Family Art and Finca La Isla Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Puerto Viejo, Limon
What's nearby
- Punta Uva Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Playa Chiquita - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Playa Cocles - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
- Black Beach - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
- Cahuita National Park - 35 min drive - 23.2 km
Restaurants
- Restaurante Selvin's - 6 min walk
- La Nena - 5 min drive
- Panadería Francés - 4 min drive
- Noa Beach Club - 4 min drive
- Restaurante El Sol del Caribe - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
18 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Holli W.
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
Holli W.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alisa B.
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alisa B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Sandra
12 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Sandra
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly H.
21 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Kimberly H.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy E.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Jeremy E.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kurtis S.
8 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pura Vida
Kurtis S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Caroline B.
10 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Caroline B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nikki M.
18 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Nikki M.
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Laura U.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful jungle getaway!
Laura U.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen S.
17 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Karen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Puerto Viejo Tropical Paradise
Lisa L.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S
25 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private yet so close to the beach!
Sarah S
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Pedro
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pedro
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristie H.
4 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jungle and ocean views, muy Bonita!
Kristie H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
1 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
Lisa M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
21 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location and Paradise Perfection
Beth W.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
beata a.
29 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacaton
beata a.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
6/10 Okay
Tracy R.
17 Apr 2017
Loved the jungle!
Tracy R.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2017
10/10 Excellent
Annie H.
12 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The Ginger Cacao
Annie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
6/10 Okay
Janet H.
1 Jun 2017
Great place but was expecting a little more
Janet H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
10/10 Excellent
Craig B.
13 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
Craig B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
meredith r.
22 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
meredith r.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Poul Erik T.
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastisk dejligt sted. Der er ro og smukt.
Poul Erik T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
About the host
Hosted by Zvezda Colman
My name is Zvezda. I'm Bulgarian by origin with degrees in Law and Business Management. In 1993 I moved to Los Angeles where I was in the fashion & art business till 2012. In 2014 I saw this property and its fantastic potentials, so I decided to go for it. That's how my new journey begun!
Why they chose this property
Private, secure, walking distance to Punta Uva beach, ocean views, pristine tropical jungle with rich wildlife, close to excellent restaurants and good supermarkets, short drive to Puerto Viejo.
What makes this property unique
Located in spectacular Punta Uva, at 300 m from the beach, in the heart of the tropical jungle with ocean views and breeze, full of wildlife, colors & fragrance. The pool in the jungle with large pool pavilion with swinging beds, chaises and umbrellas are perfect to relax and have fun while toucans fly over you and monkeys throw fruit at you.
Each villa has its own space and privacy, each one has unique ocean, jungle and botanical garden views. All villas and the cottage are furnished elegantly, providing all the comfort one might need.
Each villa has its own space and privacy, each one has unique ocean, jungle and botanical garden views. All villas and the cottage are furnished elegantly, providing all the comfort one might need.
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