Family-friendly vacation rentals in Bahía Ballena

WOW sums it up! Our family was just blown away with the villa and the beautiful view. We are a family of 17......9 grandkids, parents and Grammy/ Gramps. The place was absolutely perfect for our family vacation. Stephen was there to show us around and the ladies had cold drinks for us on arrival. I really can't say enough about the place. Yesenia and Yeneri made a beautiful tasty breakfast for us each morning. 4 of us are celiacs and they were very careful to provide us with what we could eat. Esteban was wonderful and was around to help with anything we needed. He showed us different things around the property, turned on the hot tub when needed and took us on a hike to the waterfall and river. He was great with the kids showing them butterflies and such and played toucan sounds on the stereo to attract the toucans. Sophia and Caleb did great jobs as well The rooms were perfect with amazing views and the garden house was great. Thanks from all of us......amazing memories!❤️

11 out of 10 - There is nothing I can add that hasn’t already been covered in every review. But I do want to acknowledge the on-site caretaker, Licho, who, along with his wife, Darling, were some of the warmest, friendliest, and hospitable people you will meet anywhere. And I will say that this property was one of the highlights of my family’s week in CR. We hope to come back again in the near future. Thank you, Nicolas, for making your villa available!

My sister and I stayed here for 3 nights and we were very pleased with the place!!! It is up a mountain and away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to Uvita and everything you need! It feels like your own little piece of paradise surrounded by wild life and lots of beautiful plants. We saw a monkey in the tree upon arrival. The river is so close that you can hear it and it’s super peaceful!! Very beautiful water falls near by, the national park, and the beach!!! I will say I don’t know if we would’ve made it up the mountain and to the resort without a 4x4! Also, I must note that the upstairs and downstairs unit are separate. The bedroom is upstairs and the bathroom is downstairs. So, if you’re like me and have to use the bathroom in the middle of the night you do have to go outside and downstairs to use the bathroom!!! But it was really no problem. Incredible place for the price! Highly recommend 😌

This property is truly amazing. The house and pool and landscaping are all stunning, and the views cannot be beaten. The house was stocked with everything we needed. Dominical beach is about a 7-8 minute drive. The service from Esteban and Oscar and the others was first-class.

Amazing! We’ve done this trip in various locations across costa rica and Brian’s place was by far the best, especially for larger groups. The dreamy outdoor kitchen had all the best appliances and tools you could ever need. The pool and lounge area felt like what you would experience at a high end resort. The music hookup and lighting at night was perfect for relaxing and breathtaking sunsets and nighttime conversations. Some of us could even get in a morning workout given the great gym area available and would end it with a cold plunge. I literally can’t think of anything else we could ever need! Beyond being an absolute paradise, Brian went above and beyond to welcome us and ensure we were comfortable. It’s rare these days that the host is as invested in their guests’ experience as Brian, and it’s clear that he really wants his guests to feel at home and welcome. He always promptly answered any questions and was eager to help and give recommendations. Can’t wait to come back!

Spectacular site in nature

A stunning house in the perfect location! This was a great spot from which to explore this part of the coast. As other reviewers have said, the drive to the property is steep but paved, and there is a long set of stairs from the parking spot to the house. The house is beautifully decorated and has all of the appliances you'll need. The property manager was available when we needed him and gave us great recommendations to local restaurants. We'd stay here again!

Despite the rains, the family had a wonderful time at the home. On the last day the rains finally cleared and the view was absolutely stunning. A 4x4 is an absolute must!

This location is outstanding! Our family had a wonderful time enjoying the property, the local hotel, and local wildlife!! We hope to be back! Thank you to Indra for your hospitality.

Love the place. The host helped arrange a car rental which you must have to get to the place. We used an uber a couple of times - although the uber couldn’t get all the way to the place.

Such a beautiful location with a private beach which we all love including our 4 year old. We felt very safe. The house was spacious and very relaxing! Our hosts were so friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend if staying in uvita!

April and her place are AMAZING. We had the best experience in her jungalow. April helped us a lot preparing our stay and during the stay itself. She was VERY accommodating with our every request. She cooked tasty vegetarian meals every night for us and made sure she would let us know when jungle animals (monkeys, birds etc...) could be spotted around the property. We stayed 4 nights with two boys age 3 and 5 and they loved it too. Top place and host for whoever wants something off the beaten path, authentic and comfortable. The trail to get there is a little rough with steep parts but we thought it added to the charm of the place bringing additional “adventure” feel the the experience.

Great location walkable to the beach or restaurants. Place is in it's own little private area and you don't notice the neighbors.

We can 100% recommend this apartment. We stayed for one week and felt like home. It was spacious, the kitchen was equipped with everything we needed and the area was calm during the night. There are several supermarkets and restaurants nearby. The only thing we did not like were the holes in the mosquito nets on all windows and on the balcony door. Cats and the dog on the property are super lovely. Pool is also a big plus. Thanks to Ismark!

What a magical place! In the mountains yet 10 min away from the beach. From the outdoor kitchen, to the bedrooms, to the pool - the premises were fantastic! Lori is a very thoughtful and attentive host. She was available at all time and was helping us with the extra requests. I would go back !

We had such a sweet, relaxing and comfortable stay here. Michele greeted us with fresh pineapple juice and homemade cookies. She was available if we needed her. The pool was heavenly! We saw (and heard!) so much incredible wildlife from the comfort of our patio. You really feel like you’re immersed in the jungle, in the safest friendliest way. No AC but the pool cools you right off. Hot showers available if you’re into that kinda thing. Very minimal biting insects. Curious, friendly resident basilisk lizards, howler monkeys, scarlet macaws and toucans. Kitchen was well stocked and easy to use. Anything we needed but couldn’t find, Michele provided with ease. Gorgeous sunset over the ocean views every day. Totally worth the long bumpy ride up the mountain for this little oasis out of town. We would love to return!

Beautiful property, one of a kind. I made memories there that will last a lifetime. Responsive, clear hosts, the house is exactly what it says it will be, the views are spectacular, we saw toucans and iguanas at the property, Uvita is very close. An absolute gem for the price, would recommend to anyone I know visiting Costa Rica. If I go back, I'll be letting them know, because this place is not something you can mis out on if you're going.

Honestly, I’m writing this review frantically trying to figure out when I can come back. This was my family’s second trip to Uvita, first stay at this home. It was more than met our expectations. It was clean, beautiful, and central to the activities we planned (with a car. You MUST have a car.) we utilized their driver, and appreciated having the rental car delivered. It was more than worth it after we tried driving from the airport last time. Karol and Kenya also did a perfect job arranging all of our activities. The chefs and massages cannot be beat. I absolutely treasure our time in Uvita, and this home absolutely enhances that experience. ❤️

We loved staying here for Envision! Clean and wonderful and close to everything!

Extremely clean and cozy getaway, close enough to the beach but nestled in the jungle hills. Equipped with everything we needed, private and quiet. Stunning waterfall hike and wildlife on the property and friendly neighbors. Excellent service from start to finish and even included veggie delivery from the garden. Would love to go back to refresh and relax again in the future! Need 4x4 to get there, dog friendly.

Absolutely love this location and house. The pool is epic too and we loved the thunder and lightning storms. We had an amazing experience here and even extended our stay to spend more time in the mountains. Louey and Jessica are incredibly responsive and helpful with everything too.

Very nice location, somehow off in the jungle, but not too far from the main road and the beaches. It is a very separated place to enjoy yourself and the nature. Amazing pool. Really nothing that you will miss. I enjoyed hanging around all day and letting my soul relax.

This house is private and away from any crowds, yet a short drive to a large US style grocery store. The walk to the beach is so close you can hear the waves crashing at night in your bed. We woke up to Macaws, monkeys, parrots, iguanas, leaf cutter ants and many birds! We traveled with our children ages 14, 15 and 25. Our daughter walked to the private beach for yoga in the morning and the boys loved the pool, beach, hammock, and life-sized chess. My husband and I enjoyed coffee out back in the morning when the wildlife was ALIVE with sights and sounds of the true Costa Rica! Having space for our family to relax yet retreat to their own bedrooms for an afternoon siesta was perfect. The air-conditioning was very efficient and kept the house cool. The house was gated and secure with personnel on-site. Fatima and her family are the true gem of the home. Having her to help with questions was imperative and just an absolute treat. This home is a genuine home in Costa Rica! Pura Vida!