La Rana Deluxe Villa - Riverfront with A Pool Near A Beach | Villa en Uvita

Casitas Del Rio Riverfront Nature Lodge – 5 Vacation Rental Villas in a nature lodge or boutique hotel setting. Located beside an amazing river, surrounded by a private nature reserve, and 2km from the beach!
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A magical place alongside the Morete River! Vacation home with a massive swimming pool, bathroom, equipped kitchen, large covered porch, and air conditioning. Infused with nature and only 6 minutes from Whale's Tail National Park! Sit on your porch and listen to the relaxing sound of the river, toucans, parrots, howler monkeys, & watch the hummingbirds exploring the nature trails in our beautiful jungle retreat!
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"Casitas Del Rio" (houses on the river) Riverfront Nature Lodge - We offer 5 individual villas on a magical river near the Pacific Ocean. Perfect romantic getaway and a bird watchers paradise! Awake to the symphony of exotic birds that frequent our property! With 11 different beaches, 8 waterfalls, 3 National Parks, and 4 Wildlife Refuges within minutes of us.
We are the perfect Jungle Beach Vacation!
La Rana is Spanish for the frog and is inspired by the colorful rainforest frogs found throughout our property and on-site nature trails. La Rana is our deluxe villa featuring a larger covered deck with an outdoor table, a larger bathroom, a shower, and a private path to a concrete picnic table.
Unique Location
Our location allows quick and easy access to 11 different beaches, 8 waterfalls, and easy access to 3 National Parks(Whales Tail Beach, Manuel Antonio, and Corcovado National Parks.
Enjoy the Most Visited National Parks
Watch exotic unique wildlife in our Nature Lodge
Soak up the sun on uncrowded pristine beaches.
We can organize a snorkeling trip to Cano Island and offer guided day trips to Corcovado. 6 minutes away is the center of Uvita with many amazing restaurants, grocery stores, banks, and adventures. The lovely beaches of Playa Ballena, Playa Colonia, and Playa Hermosa are a 6-minute drive from your Casita. Dominical or Ojochal only 15 minutes away!
Nature
We are surrounded by a protected wildlife corridor/nature park at the end of a private road. You will be infused with nature with the magical combination of the river and jungle attracting tons of Costa Rica’s unique wildlife! Outside your villa, you will enjoy the lush tropical plants, flowers, and our nature paths. Enjoy the covered sunset pavilion with river views. The BBQ ranchero by the river is covered and is a perfect place for a picnic.
See exotic birds and animals right on our property!
Villa Amenities
Each villa perfectly accommodates 2 people, and is thoughtfully furnished with queen-sized bed, locally-made dining table for 2, bathroom with granite sink, powerful large shower, & Wi Fi. The kitchen is complete with all the necessary utensils you require to cook your perfect meal & includes, dishes, an induction stovetop, toaster oven, separate grill, fridge, microwave oven, toaster, coffeemaker & blender. The porch is covered and has the added benefit of a ceiling fan, seating/dining area, and stunning views of the gardens, river, and jungle.
Property Amenities
Our massive pool with custom Bali Tiles and stonework has a covered Rachero and spectacular lighting to enjoy in the evening. The pool is a guest highlight and where you can see the monkeys, Toucans, and Parrots that often visit. You also have access to the network of nature paths and several lounging areas along the river with places to sit, nap, and even BBQ. Explore our lush tropical gardens and nature paths. 3 covered Rancheros, the Pool Ranchero, the Sunset Ranchero with amazing river views, and the Barbeque Ranchero, the perfect place for a picnic right beside the river.
There is private secure parking next to your accommodation. Hear the Congo monkeys howl, watch the toucans fly from tree to tree, dip your toes in the cascading ripples of the river right in front of your porch. We have a 50ft pool for you to relax in, or take a leisurely stroll up-river to discover a hidden waterfall, and more natural swimming holes, then come back and grill up on the BBQ in the garden.
You could even rent all 5 villas for a private family or friends get-away, or an intimate wedding ceremony.
Enter your dates using the book now button to see which villas are available for your dates. Each villa is a different price to suit all budgets!
​5 Private Villas for you to choose from!
Sloth & Tortuga Premium Villas with Private Jacuzzi
La Rana(Frog) Deluxe Villa - Larger Deck, Bathroom & Private Picnic Table.
Toucan & Macaw - Private Villas
Easy access with a 2x2 car. Casitas Del Rio is only 2km off the main highway, Costanera. The road to Casitas Del Rio is mostly paved. Within minutes you can be on the beach or in the town of Uvita. Yet, our location is quite secluded at the end of a private road.
Strong Wifi throughout the property.
Uvita, Costa Rica we are centrally located on the Pacific Coast so you can easily do day trips North to Manual Antonio, Corcovado, and Cano Island. Uvita is home to Ballena Bahia or Whales Tail Bay, the most popular beach and national park. The whales spend a longer time here than any other area in the world!
11 Different Beaches within 15 minutes of us!
The quaint beach town of Uvita and the lovely beaches of Playa Ballena, Playa Colonia, and Playa Hermosa are a 5 minute drive from your Casita. Dominical, the popular surf town with its funky bohemian beach bar vibe, is a 12 minute drive north.
Our area offers stunning mountain and coastal scenery. The massive national park includes 4 beaches, the largest coral reef in the country, and of course the massive migration of whales. They stay longer here than any other place in the world.
Experience More, Stay Longer!
Our area offers stunning mountain and coastal scenery. The massive national park is uncrowded and 9 miles long with 6 different entrances! We are your local guides and can book all the tours for you! With so much to experience , we suggest a 4-7 night stay. The best snorkeling in the country and the humpback whales spend more time here than anywhere!
Discounts for Weekly Stays - save 20%!
We are only 45 minutes from Manuel Antonio and we offer day tours to Corcovado National Park, Cano Island, Sierpe National Park, and Whale's Tail National Park as well tours in the 4 surrounding wildlife refuges.
We are your Local Guides
More than just a place to stay, we are your local guides and can book all the tours for you!
Once you book with us, we will send you our digital guidebook. Use our local expertise and connections to co-create a custom itinerary with the top experiences in our area.
Nature Tours
Snorkel or Dive the largest coral reef in the country! Whale and Dolphin Tours – humpback whales stay longer here than any other place in the world. Night Tours, Hiking Trails, Horseback Riding on the beach or a jungle ride to a waterfall, Riverboat Wildlife Tours, and some of the best Birdwatching in Costa Rica. We offer Day Trips with a Guide to Manuel Antonio and Corcovado National Parks!
Adventure Tours
Ziplining, Canyoning Waterfall Adventure, White Water Rafting, ATV Tours, or Mountain Bikes are just a few of the options.
Cultural Tours
Chocolate Tour, Coconut Tour, and Walking Tours
Additional Services
Breakfast is included from Christmas to Easter. The rest of the time we can add breakfast for $15 per person per meal, but you will need to contact us in advance to confirm during the months of May-November.
We can arrange a private massage, yoga, laundry services, and taxi services for a small fee. We can arrange an airport transfer or assist you to rent a car at the airport or in Uvita. We even have secured a discount on rental cars for our guests.
More Than Just A Place to Stay
It is our goal to connect you with nature and co-create the perfect customized itinerary for your experiences based on your travel personality. We want you to pre-book all the tours with us in advance to ensure your stay is truly magical and to avoid disappointment. Our preferred operators will often book out and it is important to us to connect you with the best experiences possible.
Chris and Kristen

Este 1 Dormitorio Villa proporciona alojamiento con Instalaciones de bienestar, Desayuno, Internet, por su conveniencia. Este Villa cuenta con muchas comodidades para los huéspedes que desean quedarse durante unos días, un fin de semana o probablemente unas vacaciones más largas con la familia, amigos o grupo. La renta Villa posee 1 Dormitorio y 1 Baño para hacerte sentir como en casa.

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