Steps to Beach! 'El Ballenato' 2-Home Bundle

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a wooden floor, and a view of the ocean.
A two-story house with a blue corrugated roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
A beach with a sandy shore and a line of trees.
A wooden deck with a rectangular pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a house with a blue roof.
A room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a woven ceiling light, and a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Marino Ballena National Park

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Uvita, Puntarenas
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Ballena
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arco Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is on the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Playa Ballena reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Uvita Arts Center and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Map
Uvita, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Marino Ballena National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Playa Ballena - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Arco Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Catarata uvita - 16 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Playa Dominical - 34 min drive - 30.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Nativo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Beach! 'El Ballenato' 2-Home Bundle pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps to Beach! 'El Ballenato' 2-Home Bundle?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach! 'El Ballenato' 2-Home Bundle?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach! 'El Ballenato' 2-Home Bundle?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach! 'El Ballenato' 2-Home Bundle located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bahía Ballena holiday home is just steps away from Marino Ballena National Park and Playa Ballena. Arco Beach is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

7.0/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

6.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

Just a lovely open house in an amazing setting. Waking up to monkey playing outside you window is unforgetable.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Swiss Family Robinson House

Million dollar beach but the houses were definitely over sold in the description and pictures. No hot water and no locking doors. Needs some repairs on screens to keep critters out. Fortunately my family is used to back country camping and we still had a great time. Francisco and his wife (onsite care taker) were great people. If you can deal without a few amenities, like the “rustic style” , secluded location and beach you’ll enjoy staying here. You will seldom come across a beach location like this, it definitely makes it worth the short comings of the house.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
Hi, Jason! We are so glad you enjoyed the wonderful beach. The doors lock from the inside, and we have verified the hot water is working. Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Tree House

Our family (13 of us) rented both houses for my moms 60th birthday. The house and property were out of a children’s book. The drive down the dirt road to the house might be a little intimidating at first sight but easily accessible by a SUV, our kids loved “off roading”. It’s a rustic house with plenty of beds. The house had the most amazing view of the jungle with beautiful trees, monkeys and birds that led to the ocean about 30 yards from the back deck. The large stone beach creates the most beautiful noise during high tied. During low tide we found that if you head north on the beach you will find a trail when it looks like it does not go any further. Take that trail! You will come out to the most beautiful private beach with waterfalls and caves. Great proximity to Uvita center and only 20 minutes south of Dominical. We are already working on planning another trip to this house because it was such an amazing experience and so secluded from other properties. Thank you! C. E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2024
Thank you for your fantastic review, Chris. We're thrilled to hear that your family had an amazing experience celebrating your mom's 60th birthday at our property. It's wonderful to know that the house and surroundings felt like they were out of a children's book and that the drive down the dirt road added a sense of adventure for the kids. We're delighted that you enjoyed the rustic charm of the house, the breathtaking views of the jungle, and the proximity to the ocean. It sounds like you had a great time exploring the beautiful private beach with waterfalls and caves during low tide. We appreciate your kind words about the location's convenience to Uvita center and Dominical. We're so glad to hear that you're already planning another trip to our house. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable stay! Thank you once again for choosing to stay with us!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Amazing property, needs TLC

We had 2 families stay together on this property for a week and it was gorgeous!! Don’t get me wrong, there are some things that need a little work, but it was a great adventure. We stayed very busy, but spent some time at the house too since it was rainy season.Things that were not advertised— oven doesn’t work( We had to cook stovetop the entire time); they have a bat problem (which I was told was taken care of); holes in the screen (hence the bat problem) that could easily be fixed; The road getting to the house is almost impossible!! We had 2 Subaru 4x4’s and it was tough. Again, rainy season and they roads were flooded. Even without the water the holes are insane!! If you can get a jeep or SUV, you will be better.There is a resident cat (we named her Dora because she is an explorer) that we were unsure of at first. TRUST ME- you want Dora around. She is really sweet and she hunts ( if you know what I mean).The caretaker next door, Francisco, is absolutely adorable and so kind!! He doesn’t speak much English, but he had fun trying to communicate with our teenagers. He has a dog, Roki that visits too (he likes belly rubs).Overall, the experience was great and it was the adventure we were looking for!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous but lacking

Pros: Superlative location for nature, beach is practically private, wildlife everywhere, impeccable grounds! Our party of 5 only used the large house by the pool. Great WiFi but no cellular service Caretaker Francisco lives onsite. All windows have only small-mesh screens (no glass) so the surf can be heard and the breeze felt everywhere. We saw no mosquitoes or any biting bugs in December. Cons: Half mile entrance road is very rough and muddy, needs attention. The doors on the house are falling off the hinges. Dim indoor and outdoor lighting, not suitable for reading a book or playing board games. Only one narrow spiral staircase to the second floor, dangerous in case of fire and impossible to carry suitcases to upstairs. Doors on the house lock only from the inside! Wood floors inside are smooth and dangerously slippery, even in flip flops or barefoot. Getting to the beach is treacherous, 15 meters of loose river rocks sloping down towards the water. Kitchen is not well-stocked with utensils. Half the living room furniture was broken and unusable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paradise! I wish I could buy this house

I would love here forever if I could. It could not have been more perfect.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to get away

We had so much fun and we loved it! Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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