Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge

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A modern house with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed patio.
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A modern house with a pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
A spacious dining area with a large table and chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and ceiling fans.
A modern house with a flat roof, surrounded by dense tropical forest, overlooking a body of water at sunset.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ballena, Puntarenas
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Ballena
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Dominical
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Uvita Arts Center and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary.
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Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Marino Ballena National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Playa Ballena - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Uvita Beach - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Catarata uvita - 15 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Playa Dominical - 32 min drive - 30.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda Ojoche - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Los Gatos Locos - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Oceanview Escape~ Pool, BBQ & Concierge located?

This family-friendly Bahía Ballena holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa Ballena, Arco Beach and Marino Ballena National Park. Pinuela Beach is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful. Communication prior to arrival is extremely organized and helpful. Having the concierge available made planning very easy. We would highly recommend this property and would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 April 2026
Dear Abbey, thank you for being our guests! So happy you enjoyed your stay. Hurry back and stay longer!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second time at Casa Mariposa

Like last year, our stay was great! Christine and Tom are great host, the house was in perfect condition and setting as always spectacular. 4x4 required.
Stayed 24 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2023
Dear Robert and Nathalie, so happy to host you again for your birthday! Our greatest compliment is a guest that returns each year to stay with us. Looking forward to seeing you again soon :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Casa Mariposa was perfect! The villa is beautiful and very well maintained. Jaguar Property Management is well organized and offered us concierge services with Carole, as well as several car rental options, which really helped us plan our trip.We booked the chef service for a full day for my birthday, and also enjoyed the Lotus Spa service that came directly to the house.The view from the villa is breathtaking, and it’s so well equipped that you won’t miss a thing!Rent it, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you so much Sylvianne, you were a pleasure to host and we hope you return soon and stay longer :-) Christine and Tom Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home - Amazing Views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Mariposa. The views were amazing, and the house was beautiful and well equipped. Tom and Christine were really helpful and provided an abundance of useful information. We will definitely stay here again when we're back in Costa Rica.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2022
Dear Glenn, so happy you enjoyed your vacation with us! Hurry back and stay longer next time ;-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Costa Rican Chic

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Mariposa. The house is stylish, peaceful, and well stocked. The location is close to many beaches, waterfalls, grocery stores and restaurants. We appreciated Christine and Tom's detailed information about the property and area. As noted, a 4x4 vehicle is required, and it is worth the drive up the mountain for the gorgeous ocean and rainforest views.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2024
Thank you Jessica! Happy guests, happy life!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We'll be back!

Property managers are communicative and care about their job. House in great condition. Road can be tricky to navigate at first. View and peaceful setting worth the drive from Uvita.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Dear Polly, we're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Casa Mariposa!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Honeymoon in paradise

This was the perfect mix for us of privacy and resort style accommodations. Our hosts had a lot of amazing advice and put us in contact with an expedition company who made all our arrangements. The view is spectacular, even when it's raining. It's open air living in the jungle without the hassle of crowds. We saw parrots, toucans, and a coati just from our yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2022
Dear Lexi and Ian, thank you for being our guests! We are so happy you enjoyed your honeymoon in paradise! Wishing you safe travels and a speedy return :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

35th Anniversary Trip

As always, Tom and Christine, do a great job and getting you set up for a great time! The house was as listed and described! We did a whale watching tour and saw five whales and had a masseuse out to give my wife a massage and she said it was excellent. I’ve always enjoyed going to Costa Rica and this time was no different. Thanks again Tom and Christine for a wonderful time and may God richly bless you!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2023
Dear Melvin, thank you so much! We love and cherish our return guests especially!! So happy to help you celebrate such a special occasion. See you next year :-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Magical 25thWe’ve just returned from Casa Mariposa and a week was about a month too short. What a beautiful villa, in an utterly idyllic setting. Every comfort has been considered. The chefs kitchen. Lounging by that glorious pool. Pristine landscaping. Every view is stunning. The way the light flows through every room and exterior space is spell binding. Complete privacy save for the multitude of birds and howlers making themselves know at dawn and twilight. There truly aren’t enough superlatives.Tom and Christine, thank you as always…there’s a reason we keep returning to the Jaguar fold, your warm welcome and professional management are simply the best. We’ll be back….
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Once again… above and beyond!!!!

We have rented Casa Mariposa twice from Jaguar Property Management!! This is a fabulous home for 2 couples or a family that can sleep 4 in a two bedroom unit!! It has everything you could possibly need with every attention to detail! The property managers, Tom and Christine( with Jaguar Property management) go out of their way to make your stay perfect in every way possible!! Yes, yes,yes we have reacted this home twice in two years and would absolutely rent it again!! Pura Vida❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Coastal Getaway

We had a once in a lifetime experience here. The house will make you feel like you’re the star of your own movie. Pristine architecture nestled in the jungle with ocean views, beautiful landscaping and a refreshing pool. The drive up to the house does require a 4x4 and we found it to be quite fun! Tom and Christine are exceptional hosts; their communication was great and they will tee you up with an abundance of resources to ensure you make the most of your time in Uvita and the surrounding area. Thank you so much! We are already scheming to come back. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

dream House

We spent a memorable week in Casa Mariposa. A magnificent house with well-spent architecture and lots of windows allowing light to pass through, with all modern conveniences. A superb view over the valley and the sea. The pool was beautiful and allowed us to cool off at all times. It was nice to fall asleep to the sounds of the night and wake up to the songs of birds and the cries of howler monkeys. We were able to admire multiple toucans around the villa. There is also a path on the property allowing a small excursion in the forest which we appreciated. We felt very safe in this house. The cleaning hour per day, included in the rental price, was great. Thanks to Tom and Christine for helping us out and finding a rental car. They are very professional and friendly. We intend to go back….
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Dear Marie, we are so glad you enjoyed the beauty and serenity of Casa Mariposa. Close to town and activities, yet private and secluded, the home is the perfect place to relax and enjoy nature. We hope you return soon and stay longer. Wishing you safe travels and a speedy return, Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A flowering piece of heaven

High up in the mountains we found our little piece of heaven above Uvita, surrounded by exploding nature with all sorts of birds, wild animals of all kinds... and yes, we had mariposas, too. We enjoyed every minute of our stay in deep tranquility, fascinated by what happened around us. Who do people walk for miles to see nature - here your big show comes to you... The house is super modern and equipped with all sorts of devices you can ever wish. While we spent our holidays there we made a further booking for 2025. This may give a hint to our opinion of this place. If we could we would give a sixth star for the hosts, Christine and Tom. Whatever unexpected happened - they were at our side, showing more than good will and creativity to help us - even during outages of electricity or internet connection, which was for away from their responsibility. To find managers and friends like them you have to search for a long long time...
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

How to make an excellent place even better

It is definitely not easy to make an excellent place even better - but it is possible, as we experienced in Casa Mariposa.The most important aspect is the first class care the managers Christine and Tom offered us. They seem to be everywhere at any time. No problem appeared that they could not solve within shortest time. Furthermore they gave us at least 1000 advices, what to explore, so see, to experience in Uvita area. They are just great, behaving like good friends.The house is perfectly cared of and maintained at any time. In the bedrooms, the closets, the kitchen, outside… at any place you find all devices you could ever need. Every time we stay in Mariposa, we are glad to see that all the equipment is steadily improved in first class style.The place is far away from everything - and this is perfect, with a great view to the ocean and the mountains as a priceless extra. We will definitely return, everything else would be stupid.
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2025
There is no greater compliment than our returning guests. And no greater joy than hosting kind, appreciative, positive, sincere and interesting people. Thank you Bobby and Birga, we are sad to see you leave but happy to know we will see you again next year!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Einfach nur perfekt!

Das Haus ist ein Traum, noch viel schöner als es die Bilder vermuten lassen. Moderner, geschmackvoller Innenausbau. Zudem bietet das Haus grosse Privatsphäre. Christine und Tom sind tolle Gastgeber und sind immer erreichbar und bieten wo notwendig Unterstützung. Muchas gracias!
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place !

Tom welcome us in the village to help us fond the place and to answer our question. The view is very beautiful, its quiet like we wanted, the house is well designed, equipped and the decor the way we like. We need a 4x4 cause it is way up on the hill but the distance is worth. We spend our mornings ans evenings just to enjoy the place,
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2023
Dear Julie, thank you for being our guest, We're so happy you enjoyed your stay and hope you return very soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hilltop Nest

This was the 2nd year running that my wife and I have stayed here. There definitely will be a 3rd, 4th, 5th......
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Thank you for being our guests...again!!! No greater compliment than return guest. Hurry back, stay longer ;-) Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection

Amazing views from every room, super comfy beds, everything you need for great meal prep, perfectly cleaned and fast responses from property managers Tom and Christine. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2022
Thank you Tom for being our guests again! Looking forward to seeing you next year ;-)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view, wonderful house, lots of privacy

This house is beautiful, and has a wonderful view. Christine and Tom, the managers, were fantastic and helpful. We very much enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2021
Dear Deana, thank you for being our guests at Casa Mariposa. We hope you return soon and stay longer :-) Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise found

Take a beautifully designed house and put it on the side of a rain forest clad mountain with a view of the ocean and all the spectacular wildlife Costa Rica has to offer and an experience of a lifetime ensues. It worked for me. Jaguar Management is the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Dear Peter and Pam, thank you for being our guests and for sharing your beautiful photography! We are so glad you enjoyed beautiful Casa Mariposa and the many tours, activities, wildlife and nature that the Uvita area has to offer. Wishing you safe travels home and hope that you return soon and stay longer! Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Soggiorno fantastico a Mariposa

La villa si trova a 12 minuti di auto dalla bellissima Playa Ballena . Fa parte di una grandissima proprietà con altre ville molto distanti l una dall altra che a malapena si intravvedono . Qui , a parte il grande giardino curato perfettamente , si è immersi nella foresta La strada per arrivarci e a tratti ripida ma ben tenuta, ci vuole un 4x4 , ma e fattibile ( noi abbiamo 70 e 75 anni anche se molto molto attivi..) e ci si abitua subito . La villa e stupenda e molto centrale per visitare i dintorni con la propria auto o fare dei Tours . Bella piscina a sfioro , grande panorama , tramonti e albe ( non tirate le tende di notte , L Alba e bellissima ! )C e una casetta del guardiano all entrata e ci si sente sicuri . La casa e attrezzatissima ( vedere la cucina per credere ) e arredata con gran gusto , molto design ! Nei dintorni ci sono spiagge deserte bellissime e tante cose da vedere Gran bella esperienza !
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property in a great location

We just completed a two week stay at Casa Mariposa and had a wonderful stay. The house is conveniently located 10 mins south of Uvita and close to our favorite beach Playa Ventanas. While you should have a 4x4 to get up to the house, the roads to the house are in very good condition and much faster and easier to travel than many of the places we have previously stayed. The house has a great modern vibe with wonderful views of the southern coast. The kitchen is very well equipped and we spent most nights cooking/barbecuing at home and enjoying dinner and music by the pool and deck. We had a couple minor mishaps during our stay and Tom and Christine responded immediately and got everything squared away. They couldn't have been more helpful. October is a great time of year to visit. It is not as busy as the Dec-Mar period and the moderate cloud cover really helps when you want to spend the day at the beach. The house is at an elevation that provides a great view, is cooler and a little less humid than properties closer to the beach. We enjoyed the daily visits by the Tucans, Macaws, hummingbirds and butterflies. The howler and capuchin monkeys were never far but it does take a little bit of effort to find them. I recommend spending some time looking at the tree tops with the binoculars in the early mornings and just prior to sunset. Costa Rica is a magical place and you won't find a better place to enjoy it.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Dear Mike, thank you for being our guest!! We so happy you enjoyed your stay, and hope that you return soon and stay longer next time ;-) Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommended! Beautiful, private, comfortable

Our stay at Casa Mariposa was phenomenal. The house is absolutely beautiful, very comfortable, super clean, and the kitchen is well equipped. Love the decor and hand carved furniture! The master bedroom has ac, but we didn't need to use it during our stay. Such a peaceful, private and serene spot, still close to lots of tours, shops and restaurants, Uvita is an easy 15-20 minute drive. Favorite tours are the Nauyaca Falls horseback tour, and Ventanas Cave boat tour...we even spotted a Bryde's Whale! Favorite restaurant is Exotica. View of the ocean and jungle is incredible, grounds are beautifully manicured, and we really enjoyed the private trail down to the creek. Spent most every afternoon floating in the pool after our morning outings, loved being able to cook dinner on the BBQ grill. Had a jungle rain one evening and enjoyed the lightning show on the horizon. Nice to have a gated community and on-site caretaker (who was completely respectful of our privacy), we felt very safe and secure. His wife was available for a little daily cleaning, which was much appreciated. Jaguar Property Management (Christine and Tom) gave us detailed directions and info, met us in town, took us to the house and helped us with rental car and our tours...super nice and helpful. We plan on coming back here next year and staying longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Dear Iris, nothing makes us happier than to know our guests had a wonderful time, and even better, want to return! We love the Uvita area, it's so beautiful and has so much to see and do. Casa Mariposa is the perfect place to experience the beauty and solitude of nature, while being close to town and pristine beaches. We are looking forward to seeing you and your hubbie again ;-) Pura vida, Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not The Best Choice For Us

If you want a peaceful home way off the beaten path, this is the home for you. Online description implies A/C, but only master and main living area had A/C. Very, very long drive up into the mountains, having to pass thru a padlocked gate that has to be manually unlocked, opened, closed and then re-padlocked. Not very inviting. Staff were very nice, house was nice, except for the lack of A/C in the other bedrooms. We ended up leaving this place early to rent another.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
​Dear Lindsay, Casa Mariposa is a beautiful peaceful home indeed, located an easy 10 minutes from the beach highway (Costanera), and only 15 minutes total from the town of Uvita. I regret that you did not read the home's description, as it clearly states "The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet with air-conditioning and ceiling fan. All the other rooms have ceiling fans only." We are working on adding ac in the second bedroom, and hope to have that installed soon. Many guests welcome having a gated community, and the gate is only locked at night... fortunately it has never been an issue with any previous guests. We are happy you were able to find another home and enjoy all the wonderful things our area has to offer. Pura vida, Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casa Mariposa

What a relaxing week in the rainforest! We woke early to the sound of the birds and enjoyed the views of the Osa while sipping local coffee. The house is beautiful , modern and open to the natural splendours outside. Blooming plumerias surround the property. Lovely infinity pool to cool off in. The mountain setting is always fun. Truly a peaceful oasis.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Thank you Jeannie, we are so glad you enjoyed Casa Mariposa...secluded and private, but convenient to Uvita and Ojochal and many beautiful beaches and activities! Please hurry back and stay longer next time. Christine and Tom, Jaguar Property Management
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