Entire home

Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort

Photo gallery for Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort

Pool
Pool
Pool
Pool
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10483.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
Uvita, Puntarenas
  • Catarata uvita
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Palmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort

Features:

• Completely Private Estate of 3 acres

• 5200sqf/480sqm new luxury villa

• Large Private Pool 1200 sqf/110sqm one of the largest pool of the a

• Rooms cleaned every 2 days and Beds made (light cleaning)

• Laundry Room with Washer & Dryer

• Spacious outdoor Rancho full equipped BBQ

• All bedroom have on suite bathrooms with walk in showers (2 with Jacuzzi), AC and terraces.

• Large fully fitted Gourmet Kitchen Granite countertops

• 2 exterior dinning areas

• TV Room with 46-inch flat screen, DVD's & Satellite TV

• 6 MB Wireless Internet

• iPod docking station

• Secluded private secure property

• 10 minutes drive to spectacular beaches

• 4 minutes drive to town (800 meters/0.5 mile distance to Uvita)

• Outdoor shower

• Automatic Push Button entry gates

• All towels supplied for Bathrooms, Pool & Beach

• Hardwood and 'caña brava' ceilings

• Natural Travertine stone floors inside and Coralina stone outside.

• 4 boogie boards, 1 surfboard free for guests use

The concept of the La Libelula property is a luxurious comfortable relaxing retreat for a stress free vacation with everything that you could want without putting a step outside the villa. The property is situated on it’s own pinnacle hillside at the elevation of 285 feet above sea level that enjoys the panoramic views along the coast which is located in the lush tropical coastal forest full of wildlife and birds that surround the property with regular visits from Monkeys, Toucans and Sloths, etc.

Treat yourself to a STRESS FREE VACATION, every two days the bedrooms will be ligth cleaned & beds made, all this is included. For additional the fee of just $40 for the meal for 10 people the housekeeper will cook lunch or dinner, all you do is buy the food and the housekeeper will prepare a delicious local meal for you to eat in the comfort of the Villa (she can help you buying the groceries)..

All 4 large bedrooms are fitted with air conditioning. The first master bedroom has a king size bed with on suite bathroom and Jacuzzi tub, covered terrace with Ocean view, walk-in closet and safe box. The second master bedroom also has a king size bed, on suite bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and covered terrace with Ocean view. The third bedroom has 2 Queen beds with on suite bathroom and a wrap around balcony with forest view. The fourth bedroom has a King size bed with an on suite bathroom.

When you enter the Villa and open the wide wooden front door to this spacious 5,166 square feet/480 square meter contemporary villa and you are greeted with a large open plan entrance and lounge with travertine floors and fully glazed walls that overlook the pool and beautiful landscaped garden.

On the second floor are 18 foot high vaulted style ceilings with fans throughout the villa to benefit from the flow of cooling breezes off the Ocean and down the valley alongside the property.

There are two dinning areas one inside with floor to ceiling glazed walls the other is outdoor under the large covered patio with a large wooden dinning table that overlooks the sunken water feature, which gently flows into the pool.

The spacious FULLY FITTED GOURMET KITCHEN is equipped with all that is necessary to cater to large families or groups. It has a Breakfast Island with granite countertops and specially hand crafted modern wooden cabinetry throughout.

You can truly enjoy outdoor living in the HUGE KIDNEY SHAPED PRIVATE POOL THAT IS ONE OF THE LARGEST IN THE AREA with a the large surrounding deck area, outdoor shower and a capacious outdoor palm covered rancho decked out with exterior kitchen and gas Barbeque just made for those afternoon and evening cook ups served with the odd cold margarita.

The lounge is spacious with comfortable couches with large glazed windows. The media room has also has deep comfortable couches and a large flat screen television with DVD player. There is also wireless Internet and iPod docking station with CD player.

La Libelula IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR AMENITIES; The small town of Uvita is only 5 minutes away where you find Banks, a selection of well-stocked stores and also a variety of restaurants serving local and international cuisine. Dominical is 15 minutes way that also has variety of restaurants, stores and a few bars for nightlife. And Ojochal is 20 minutes drive and has a good choice of local and gourmet restaurants.

!! NO EXTRA CLEANING FEES !! THE BEDS ARE MADE EVERY TWO DAYS (LIGHT CLEANING). FOR STAYS OF MORE THAN A WEEK LINENS ARE CHANGED AND CLEANED ONCE A WEEK. ALL THIS IS INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL FEE.

The southern Pacific area of Costa Rica is well known for it’s many and variety of unspoiled beautiful secluded beaches, rivers and waterfalls. The property is only 10 minutes from the closest beach and many other beaches are only a few minutes further away to the north and south. These beaches are ideal for all ages, tastes and level in watersports. There are calm small waved beaches idea for a young family to famous Dominical which is known for consisted good quality waves frequented by surfers and boogie boarders.

There is vast amount of activities, tours and fun pursuits in the area; we can help you with suggestions and if you like booking them for you. Just to list a few; horse riding to the Nauyaca waterfall, Zip Lining, white water rafting, whale & Dolphin watching, scuba & Snorkeling, fishing, tour of the national marine park, ATV tours, Hiking day and night tours in the nation park, kayaking down the mangroves or in the Ocean, Yoga, PIlates classes

We will supply directions from the airport and arrange to meet you and show you the house and welcome you with a bowl of tropical fruits and a bottle of sparkle wine.

La Libelua is only 3¼ hours from San Jose via the new Caldera Hwy (Hwy 27). If you like we can help you with rental cars, tours & many activities, etc. You can easily rent a car and have it waiting for you at San Jose airport for your arrival to pick up. There is a completely stress free option if you want a taxi or mini bus we can be arranged to pick you up at the airport and drive you La Libelula and can organize for your rental car to be waiting at the house or if you prefer you can collect it at Uvita car rental office.

Property manager

Nicolas
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 1
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Uvita

Located in Ballena, this villa is in the mountains and on a river. Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Map
Uvita, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Arco Beach - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Uvita Beach - 8 min drive - 3.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury and Comfort in your own tropical resort located?

This family-friendly Ballena villa is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool. Playa Hermosa and Playa Colonia are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dori Z.

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

Perfection!

If you are at all on the fence about this property, DO IT. Its beautiful and everyone is so accommdating. Our family would definitely return. Licho is wonderful too.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessalyn G.

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

Slice of Paradise

Our family of 5 spent an amazing week at this luxury escape. Licho was extremely helpful and responsive, and Darling cooked us some of our favorite meals on the trip! Can’t beat seeing monkeys, a sloth and an array of tropical birds right from your own pool!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon b.

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

Unforgettable experience in paradise

We loved our stay in Uvita. There was so much room for 3 couples to enjoy. Photos do not even capture the beauty of the place. Our 4WD handles the steep driveway well. Licho the property manager was super helpful and friendly. It rained most of our trip and the covered areas outside were wonderful for dinners protected from the elements. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

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

Total relaxation

We were a group of 8 traveling to Costa Rica for the first time, ages 23-67. This home and visit surpassed all of our expectations. It started with my first communication with Nicolas who provided me contact information to help complete our travel arrangements. They have a house manager on site who is there to assist you with anything you need. His wife Darling prepared several meals which we all enjoyed. The home is positioned on the mountain side and you are immersed in beauty with a variety of birds to include toucans visiting in the evenings and howler monkeys in the mornings. We did day trips to include a ATV tour and zip lining which Licho helped arrange and then we would come back to the home to relax and enjoy our evenings. The pictures of this beautiful home are not misleading and everyday we all woke saying how fortunate we were to have this experience and to have found this home to stay at for our vacation. Absolutely a beautiful home!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tia M.

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

Awesome!

Licho was great, he is next door in case you need anything. The home is beautiful and the pool…wow! There are several places to relax and view the ocean and sunset! 😍.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Amazing Property

This was a family trip with our 6 adult children and our 2.5 year old granddaughter. Each couple had their own suite with a bathroom. There are many areas in the house to relax and enjoy private space. We loved seeing monkeys, agouti, toucan right outside our home. The caretakers were top notch.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW P.

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

Oasis in the jungle

Absolutely amazing place. Spacious, beautiful and Licho and Darling are highly attentive. Probably the best vacation house I’ve stayed in.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaby D.

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

A very great Villa.

We enjoyed our stay very much. Everything was fine. The pool extraordinary and the housekeeper Licho always kind and helpful, if needed. We can absolutely recommend this villa. We would come again. Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie B.

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

Beautiful home

The property is amazing and both Nicolas and Licho were so helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura p.

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

Fantastic House in Uvita

This house was great. We loved Uvita. It had a good view of the beach. The pool was fantastic as well as all the outdoor space. We liked having two separate living areas inside the house, one upstairs and one downstairs. We found it super convenient to the grocery store, the beach, restaurants and then a short distance to the Uvita waterfall, horseback riding and surf lessons. The on-site property manager was great with answering all our questions we had through our the stay. Super fun trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha N.

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

Jungle Paradise

The house was amazing, plenty of space for everyone. The pool and patio spaces were wonderful. We woke up to birds and butterflies daily. We got lucky and got to see a troop of monkeys on the property one afternoon. The house was stocked with everything we needed. The driveway is very steep as the house is on a hill. There is a house manager on property who was helpful and kind. Be prepared to enjoy paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Amazing Home and Hospitality

We absolutely loved our stay! The home is simply fabulous! The many outdoor spaces were the highlight of our trip! We loved spending our afternoons hanging out in the pool and enjoying the sounds of the rainforest! Licho and Darling were so sweet and handled all of our requests within minutes! This home is the definition of Puravida! We are already making plans to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

A little slice of heaven

The home is beautiful and the view is amazing. There are several outdoor dining and "hang out" areas that just add to the experience. The pool was perfect - our family was in it all the time. It is a short drive to Uvita (5 minutes). But the best part is Nicholas, Licho and Darling. They make sure your every need is covered and make you feel like family. Would 1000% stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid M.

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

Great Location!

We had a wonderful time- the property is in a beautiful location and is well cared for! Waking up to howler monkeys, seeing toucans and iguanas are all part of the wonderful experience. Licho and Darling are wonderful caretakers of the property. We had a great time!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Candice S.

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

Great time with my family

What a wonderful time my husband and I and our 4 kids had staying here. It's an amazing place to stay. We spent most of our time outside by the beautiful pool. There are a lot of different areas to enjoy outside and breathtaking view. We enjoyed multiple meals that we had Darling cook for us and Licho was so nice to work with. It truly was the Best Vacation for the entire family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay D.

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

Beautiful property! Our second time there.

The house was great. This was our second stay at La Libelula. We took our kids in 2014 and it has been our favorite vacation since so we had to go back and do it all again with them as adults. So fun! Lucho and Darling cooked for us one night and it was amazing. Probably our best meal during our stay. Views are wonderful and close to the middle of town for restaurants, groceries, beaches and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

James W.

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

Perfect for family

La Libelula was perfect for our family gathering of 8 of us. The home is located just outside of town making it convenient for us to get to stores beach etc. The large pool and many sitting areas offer a variety of cool areas to hang out. Licho was great, he was there if you needed him and made himself scarce when you wanted to be alone. The number of Toucans visiting each day was astounding. We would recommend this house for larger groups and families.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful home and beautiful view We enjoyed the quiet retreat and the convenience of being close to town Licho and Darling very nice and helpful We loved the beaches and other adventures near Uvita Only slight negative was that it was warm in the main house in the afternoons and evenings but the bedrooms are air conditioned so we slept cool and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

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

Paradise in Uvita

We spent 10 days here and would recommend it to anyone. We travelled with 3 other couples (8 people total) and the house was perfect. Some house highlights we loved were the massive pool, outdoor dining areas, open air main floor and that every bedroom had an ensuite with ice cold air conditioning. We enjoyed seeing monkeys pass by the pool daily in the late afternoons as well as toucans and macaws. An absolute must is ordering dinner from Darling and Licho, they were incredible hosts and a real asset to have. They live next door and have perfected making you feel like you’re in your own private oasis while also making sure your stay is tidy and the property is maintained flawlessly. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita V.

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

Amazing property

I’m almost at a loss about where to start. The home owner has thought of everything. There is nothing we wanted for. Outdoor and indoor spaces were lovely. The pool area alone made the stay worth it. So many birds to see from the viewing deck. Toucans coming very close. A great meal from Darling, and licho was so friendly and helpful, even bringing a generator when the power was out for several hours. And their little cat added to our enjoyment. Thanks so much. We will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Amazing getaway!

There was plenty of spaces for our 2 families which included 6 teenagers (12-15). The villa was very clean and well maintained by Licho and Darling. They also gave us great advice for site seeing in the area. Our host Nicolas made sure to check if we were enjoying our stay. The Villa is more beautiful than the pictures. My only advice is to make sure that you have a 4x4 vehicle to access the Villa, there is a very steep hill to climb. I would recommend the Villa to all my friends and family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruno W.

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

Paradise in the Costa Rica Rainforest

Our family of 10 people stayed from May 6th to May 16th. The home was beautiful, spacious, clean and well maintained. The beautiful pool and yard made us feel like we were at our own personal Resort. We had so much fun enjoying all the indoor and outdoor amenities. My 2.5 year old, and 7 year old granddaughters loved the pool, as did all of us. Especially after coming home from a hot humid excursion. The pool was welcome relief to the heat and humidity. Lichio and Darling were amazing hosts and catered to every need or question that we had. They also made us two tasty dinners! Much better than going out for dinner (which was mostly disappointing). The home is large and well designed for our large family. It was a great home base while exploring the Costa Rican rainforest and other touristy options nearby. We all hope to visit again someday in the near future. I give this a 10 out of 10 !
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette W., Manassas, Va

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

Beautiful vacation home

La Libelula is a beautiful 4BR, 4BA home with great views of the ocean. It's very well maintained and has a great kitchen fully stocked if you like to cook. An amazing pool, outdoor kitchen and plenty of seating for everyone. There were 7 of us and had plenty of room. It was the perfect location for all kinds of excursions! Licho provided us with rental car reservations and arranged all of our excursions. His wife Darling is an awesome cook, she'll cook your meals for $40 plus groceries, which was awesome! They were both friendly and professional, providing excellent concierge service! We had the best vacation and would highly recommend staying here! Looking forward to staying here again soon!! Pura Vida!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten D.

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

Absolutely Magical!

Our family of 6 stayed at La Libelula in July and had the most wonderful experience there. The home and grounds are gorgeous! We loved the sounds of the jungle surrounding us. Licho helped with all the details including activity planning and rental car arrangements. Do get a 4x4, very nice to have especially if it rains. Darling cooked us two meals during our stay and they were delicious! The enchiladas were a favorite. The vacation was completely stress free thanks to Nicolas, Licho, and Darling. As others have reviewed, they were available if we needed them for anything, but always discreet. Truly the most kind and precious people! There are lots of restaurants in Uvita and nearby Dominical, we especially loved La Choza De Alejo and Los Laureles (The owner, Cindy, is so sweet and be sure to go on Thursday to enjoy the cinnamon buns!). Check out Catarata waterfall and try the natural water slide. We also loved waterfall repelling, the jungle ATV tour, and snorkeling. Honestly, you can't go wrong! We fell in love with Uvita, this home, and Licho and Darling. We would go back in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulajean V., Woodbury, USA

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

What a wonderful place!

Everything about this house was absolutely wonderful. It was so clean and beautiful. The pool and the area around it was phenomenal. The drive in is a little rough. Very steep and rough roads. Was definitely helpful to have an SUV. Licho, the host on property, was so helpful and attentive. He helped us book multiple activities, such as horseback riding on the beach, zip lining, kayaking, and an ATV ride. His wife, Darling, cooked us dinner one night, and it was delicious! Highly recommend having her cook, you at least one meal. We can’t wait to come back someday!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Nicolas

Host profile image

What makes this property unique

The property was designed to maximize out door living, it boasts a Very Large swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and large rancho for BBQ's and preparing drinks. The Villa and grounds have been designed with many separate living and relaxing áreas that optimizes the large áreas of the Villa and grounds. The Property is ideally located in the forest but less than 5 minutes drive from the small village of Uvita that has all the stores and amenities and Access to adventure activities needed for your vacation.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests