[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star Vacation home in Bahía Ballena with private pool and kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29620000/29619923/7bfc9b47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29620000/29619923/c2286838.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29620000/29619923/6066ceb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29620000/29619923/c199f2c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29620000/29620000/29619923/aaa2d88f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Villa Kristina Maria offers a serene escape amidst the Rain forest jungle, with Panoramic Ocean views from every room and the soothing sounds of nature. Relax in rocking chairs or hammocks on the covered deck, swim in the sparkling pool, or indulge in an ice-cold drink at the fully equipped wet bar. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 92680 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star Welcome to Paradise! Villa Kristina Maria is located a cool comfortable 130 meters above the beautiful Pacific Coastline with Panoramic Ocean views from every room. The home is located in the perfect spot where the constant gentle ocean breeze keeps it cool and nestled in the Rain forest jungle of a private gated community on a 4+ acre unique parcel. The surrounding jungle promises an abundance of tropical sights and sounds that will delight you by day and night.... You will experience the Best of Nature! Our Guests can enjoy our beautiful local beach with our membership at the Beach Club while you are staying at our House. The Beach Club has a Restaurant & Bar, Free Internet, Swimming pool, Restrooms, Showers, Free parking, and a Private access to the white sandy beach. Our tropical Community is surrounded by an additional 100+ acres of a protected wildlife reserve so it is located in the perfect wildlife corridor with many animals visiting daily. The Panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Isla Ballena, Cano Island, Tres Hermanas (Three Sisters rocks), Osa Peninsula, and the surrounding Rain forest will take your breath away! Have your camera ready! Enjoy everyday visits of the Howler monkeys, white-faced capuchin monkeys, white-nosed coatimundi, agoutis, iguanas, toucans, parrots, many other exotic birds, beautiful butterflies including the spectacular blue morpho, dragonflies, frogs, and other jungle wildlife. Villa Kristina Maria has 4 spacious bedrooms each with its own sliding glass door which opens onto its own exterior deck. Both of the 2 Master bedroom suites have Air Conditioning. There is one upstairs Master bedroom suite and one downstairs Master bedroom suite. Relax under the cool covered deck in rocking chairs, hammock, or lounge chairs. Go for a swim in the sparkling tiled swimming pool. Listen to the sounds of the natural rock waterfall surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers. Enjoy an ice cold drink made from the delicious fruits of the area while sitting under the palapya covered deck at the fully equipped wet bar with refrigerator, sink and bar stools. This is the rhythm of your daily life at Villa Kristina Maria...You may never want to leave! The home is tropically furnished including beautiful artwork by local Costa Rican artisans. Each of the four bedrooms has a queen sized bed, pillow top mattress, mirrored armoire wardrobe, and its own covered deck, plus views of the Ocean, Islands and Jungle. Every room in the house is vented with woodwork and screens done by local artisans to enhance the constant gentle flow of cool ocean breezes throughout the house. The spacious FULLY EQUIPPED GOURMET KITCHEN has all that is necessary to cater to large families. It has a Breakfast Bar with granite countertops and specially hand crafted modern wooden cabinetry throughout. The fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, tropical designed dishes, toaster, electric coffee maker, blender, pots and pans, cooking utensils and beautiful custom granite counters is the social center of the home. For an extra special treat, create your own gourmet dinner and serve it in the dining room or outdoor deck table while enjoying the sunset views over the ocean. Sit in the living room, open the sliding glass doors, and create a spacious indoor/outdoor living area with panoramic views of the ocean, surrounding jungle covered mountains, pool, and Costa Rica wildlife. Villa Kristina Maria is conveniently located for amenities; The small town of Uvita is only 10 minutes away where you find Banks, a selection of several well-stocked Supermarkets and also a variety of Restaurants serving local and international cuisine. Dominical is north of our house about 15 minutes drive that also has a variety of restaurants, stores and a few bars for nightlife. And Ojochal is south about 15 minutes drive and has a good choice of local and gourmet restaurants. So many beautiful scenes will delight you as you sit on the upstairs balcony and watch in awe as the sunrise and sunset transform the sky! Watch from the balcony for the many varieties of wildlife in the area. Hike to beautiful waterfalls, streams and cascades in our private gated reserve. Easy access by car to stores, and restaurants, and just minutes to beautiful tropical beaches where the jungle meets the shore, and the ocean temperatures range from 78 - 85 degrees year around! In addition to suggestions about the best local restaurants, we are happy to assist our guests with contact information for making reservations for nearby activities and excursions. There are so many thrilling and educational Adventures in the area.... Something to please everyone. Our staff is available to assist with answers to questions and bookings. A few of the many fabulous Activities in our area include tours to the most beautiful Waterfalls in Costa Rica. Hiking, Swimming, Surfing, Horseback riding, Whitewater rafting, Fishing, Boat ride to Cano Island, Snorkeling, Zipline canopy tours, Kayaking, Exploring ocean caves, ATV tours, visit the Wildlife Animal Refuge, Boat ride through the Sierpe Mangroves, and Shopping for souvenirs at the Open markets in Uvita and Dominical. We hope you enjoy planning your trip to Villa Kristina Maria in the beautiful Uvita area of Costa Rica. Pura Vida! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Pillowtop mattress ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways (30 inches high) - No elevator - Pool access ramp on site - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking allowed in the house or on the decks. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 2,680 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76340000/76335100/76335098/54da2bd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private Jungle Villa w/ Pool + Ocean Views, Uvita Uvita - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 64 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=76335098&PinnedHotelID=76335098&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68540000/68537400/68537322/8e3dcf88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular Uvita - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=68537322&PinnedHotelID=68537322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34290000/34280400/34280308/051f94de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Coastal Home - Moments Away from Uvita's Premier Beach, Playa Colonia! 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If house damage from Smoking the fee will be as much as $3,000. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Suitable for children with adult supervision. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking allowed in the house or on the decks. ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Panoramic Ocean View Pool Outdoor Shower All Amenities...5 Star ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=9.161729,-83.738655&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7Bg%7Dv%40peb%7EN%3FM%3FQ%3FM%40Q%3FM%40O%40O%40O%40M%40QBO%40MBOBMBOBOBMDOBODMDOBMDMFODMDMFMDMFMFMFMFMFKFMHKHMFKHMHKHMHKHIHKJKHKJIJIHKJIJIJKJGLIJIJILGJILGLGJGLGLGLELELGLELENELELGNCLENCLCNCLCNENALCNANANALANCN%3FN%3FNAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40L%3FN%3FNBN%40L%40N%40N%40NBL%40NDNBLBNBLBNDLBLFNDLDLDLDLFLDLDLFLFLFJFLFLHJFJHLHJHJFJJJHJHJJHHJHJJHJHJHHJJFLHJHLHJFLHJFLFJFLFLFLFLFLDLFLDLDNDLDLDNBLDNBNBLBNBNBLBN%40LBN%40P%40L%40N%40N%40N%40L%3FP%3FL%40P%3FL%3FNAN%3FN%3FPALANANANALAPCLANCNCLCNCNCLCNELCNENELELENELGLELGLGLGLGLGLGJGLIJGLIJIJILGJKLIHIJIJKHKJIHKJKHKHKHKHKHMHKHKFMHMFKFMFMFMFMDMDMFMDMDMDODMDMDODMBOBMBOBOBMBOBO%40O%40M%40O%40OBO%3FM%3FO%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCMAOAOAOAMCOCOCMCOCMCOCMEOEMEMEOEMEMEMGMEMEMGMGKGMGMGKIMGKIKIMIKIKIKIKIIKKIKKIIKKIKIIIMIKIMIKGKIMIKGMGKGMGMGMGMEMGMEMEMGOEMCMEOEOCMEOCMCOCOCMCOAOCMAQAMAOAOAO%3FMAQ%3FO%3FO%3FO&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=b-Ba2FpZAKySQFF1LmX07ql0nIA=) Uvita, Puntarenas #### What's nearby - Uvita Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Catarata uvita - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Marino Ballena National Park - 7 min drive - 3.2 km - Punta Uvita - 12 min drive - 2.9 km - Playa Hermosa - 14 min drive - 5.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Bakery - ‬1 min drive - ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sibu - ‬1 min drive - ‪Los Barriles - ‬1 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Marino Ballena National Park, Playa Colonia, and Uvita Beach. Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ocean View, Wildlife, Pool, Beach Club, A/C, Great for Families & Friends 5 Star Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 61 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary D. Dec 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful The property was amazing and the hosts Clair and Bud are special people ##### Mary D. Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason H. May 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet View Great house that is able to accommodate a larger group.Beautiful views and lots of wildlife. The only small bummer was AC was not effective. The house is designed not to have AC and is really well vented. AC didn't work at all in one room and in the other it had minimal effect so we just kept the house open all day as was probably intended. ##### Jason H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David N. Dec 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a family stay in Paradise There are so many adventures and activities to do around the Uvita area. Claire and Bud’s place was the perfect house with a the perfect location to enjoy all Uvita has to offer. While there we enjoyed the pool and deck and were able to see lots of wildlife including sloths, monkeys, toucans, and other amazing animals. Would definitely come back and stay here if in the area. ##### David N. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard W. Jul 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Extraordinary Stay! We had an extraordinary stay in June! The house is so much nicer than the photos. We had wonderful views from almost every room of the jungle and ocean! We loved sitting on the porch watching the monkeys swinging through the trees in the evenings, and watching the colorful sunsets at night. We saw lots of toucans and many other little animals around the house often. Claire was very thoughtful as she cared enough to spend time when we asked questions. She gave us many suggestions and lots of helpful information about the area. It requires a 4x4 to drive the dirt road from the main highway to the house. The weather was quite hot when we were there so we were very glad to have the AC. There is an excellent AC in the downstairs bedroom. It was actually working so well that it cooled the entire downstairs area. The upstairs Master has a similar AC which worked great too. There are also plenty of extra fans. Consequently we were all very comfortable there. Uvita is an excellent area to be based in, there was so much to do, and this beautiful house made our trip that much better. ##### Richard W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### chris t. Jan 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Welcome to the jungle Fun location for adventurous family w 4x4. Larger home and space than pictures. Plenty of room to spread out. Feels like the home is built into the trees. Great views and wildlife. ##### chris t. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula F. Mar 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breathtaking views Our stay at Villa Kristina Maria was wonderful. The homes location offers amazing views and is surrounded by jungle. We saw monkeys and toucans daily and even had some coatis visit. Hope to return in the future. Working with the owner was easy. ##### Paula F. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul B., Canada Feb 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Our stay at Villa Kristina Maria was absolutely amazing ( the ocean view,the wild life and the lush jungle ) Our family of nine couldn’t have picked a better place to stay for our first trip to Costa Rica.. only about 10 min from the town of Uvita made it easy to get groceries and experience all that the area had to offer , zip line , snorkeling, hiking and the beautiful waterfalls and beaches..The locals were amazing and very helpful.. Will definitely return. ##### Paul B. Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra L Mar 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This is the place to stay if you are in Uvita, Costa Rica!! whether 2 people like my son and I or 8, this house is magical. It is in a private gated community so very safe. It is surrounded by a gorgeous lush jungle full of wildlife. We saw white faced monkeys, coatimundis, lizards, tucans and other exotic birds, in addition to hearing the howler monkeys. You have an incredible view of the ocean with a private pool. Much of the main floor is large windows so you always have a view of the jungle and ocean. There is a cabana with a thatched roof with a bar area next to the house and pool. Each bedroom has a deck off of it in addition to the large covered deck going around the main floor. This house is also part of a private beach club with a small restaurant and facilities which is rare for this area. The owner was super informative and helpful. She sent detailed directions, restaurant recommendations and links to activities. she also helped me with advice when I was having tire problems with my rental car. My son said this trip was his favorite spring break and much of it had to do with staying at this house. I hope to come back. ##### Debra L Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene Y., Addison, Maine Mar 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Repeat Customer This was my third stay and the other guest second stay on this property. We come back because we love the privacy and all the wildlife. Just some of the wildlife we saw: great curassows, chachalacas, crested guans, toucans, trogans, a tayra, aracacaries, coatis, and the white faced capuchins, slept in the trees next to the villa each night. The view is spectacular and the whole setting so relaxing. The pool is great for cooling down on hot afternoons and also a focus of entertainment for kids. Driving up the road into the area is part of the adventure too and everyone always watches for animals along the way. Both the casita and the villa, where we stayed, are gorgeous. We will be back! ##### Irene Y. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika H. Dec 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This home encapsulates Costa Rica Between the forest up against the hill is this gem of a property with pristinely manicured garden - decks off every bedroom to take in the wildlife that is rampant around the house. We had a sloth in the tree next to the pool! The stunning view of the Pacific Ocean and the beautiful parade of clouds on the horizon was a pleasant surprise. Toucans, macaws, green parrots, three kinds of monkeys, just to name a few. Morpho butterflies every single day floating between us on the deck. Two huge frogs claiming the side of the pool at night. This place is paradise. I will come back here often God willing. The owners are super kind and accommodating- you need a 4x4 but the road offered additional sightings and amazing greenery. Not a problem. We enjoyed the private beach and club that ‘comes with the house’. Delicious food and we had the entire beach to ourselves - great swimming. This house has everything you need - view, ambiance, decks everywhere, beautiful pool, stunning garden and all the wildlife right there. You may never want to leave the house. Pura Vida!! ##### Erika H. Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Nickie M. Jul 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Adventure Seekers This house is definitely nestled in the middle of paradise with a million view. Very interesting architecture and love the pool. Loved the animals that did finally come in appear to us. Sloth every night in back tree. Kids(18+) loved being able to just walk out the door and explore. The bonus of having a private farm owner hike us to the waterfall and the private beach club is a big plus all provided by homeowner Claire who’s super attentive. However a few things you need to know that isn’t really explained unless you read the details. There is AC only in one room out of four. This house was built to ventilate meaning every room has open to air screens you cannot close. They have fantastic fans. I think it was the timing of us going in June as it rained every day at 97 % humidity and for some reason, no breeze off the Pacific Ocean made it uncomfortable but tolerable. I’m sure in other months it’s probably very comfortable. At the house my Verizon intl plan could not get any cell connectivity. . I had to rely on the Wi-Fi which went offline almost every day due to electricity going out every day just brief 5-10 min, nothing notably long, not uncommon. Easily reset but annoying. You must have a 4 x 4 vehicle to access this property, the road up to the property is one lane and all uphill. Well worth the drive once you get there. It is a 4 Hour Drive from the SJO airport And know that most of the popular excursions are at at least one hour drive from house. Food was fantastic! ##### Nickie M. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. Dec 30, 2016 #### Family Getaway for the Holidays Villa Kristina Maria was the perfect home for our family/friends to get away for the holidays! It was more beautiful than expected. We had lots of room, never felt crowded with 7 people. Mornings were glorious sitting on the wrap around porch, drinking coffee and being delighted by the toucans, monkeys, parrots and iguanas in the surrounding rain forest. We equally enjoyed the evening sunsets over the ocean from the upper deck. Afternoons were made comfortable with a dip in the pool. We found the driveway to be part of the adventure. Claire, our host provided clear directions on how to get from Uvita to the house, including guidelines on how to navigate the driveway. It only took one run and it was old hat. Claire was a gracious host, albeit from afar, but we knew the caretaker was close if needed. We felt totally safe and secure in the home and thoroughly enjoyed venturing into town and the surrounding areas. We recommend exploring the Whales Tail, Kayaking in the Mangroves, swimming in the local waterfalls, and zip lining with Osa Canopy Tours to name a few. Claire shared lots of ideas on what to do and where to eat and she is friends with the Uvita Information Center and they provided great service and advice. If you are seeking the best of the jungle and ocean, in a tranquil setting and willing to drive 7 minutes up a dirt road to experience it, than VKM is the place to be. BRING binoculars! and sunscreen, and be prepared for dampness. (The ceiling fans gave some relief) There is no air conditioning and we liked it that way, keeping the house open. Pura Vida! ##### Lisa M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy O., New Jersey Apr 22, 2013 #### Stunning views, amazing house We are a family of 4 with two small boys aged 2 and 4. We shared Villa Kristina Maria with another family of 4 who have two girls aged 1 and 3. This house was a dream for us. This was our 5th trip to Costa Rica, and our best so far. The house had a lot to do with that, as it is really the kind of place you’d be perfectly happy to never leave. It is really well located, extremely private but close to all the beaches and great restaurants of Ojochal. It’s on a very well-maintained dirt road that is gated and locked – but in no way has the feeling of a housing development. I really love the Craftsman design of this house which is unlike other Costa Rican rentals you’ll find. It’s absolutely stunning. The pool is heavenly – though it appears small in the photos, it was the perfect size for us and we loved that it had a ledge all the way around that our kids could sit on. The porches are lovely and the views are amazing. In particular, the upstairs master suite has just breathtaking views, and the huge windows make laying in bed and looking at the stars a very unique experience. The open plan downstairs was perfect for making dinner and keeping an eye on the kids – there was plenty of room for us all to spread out, and the table was big enough for us all to sit together. We heard howlers every day, had some capuchins visiting by the end of the week, and plenty of toucans. The giant toads are always fun – watch out, they leave dog-size poops by the pool : ) I would stay in this house again in a heartbeat. The only warning I’d offer is that the driveway is extraordinarily steep. Not for the faint of heart and I would recommend an automatic transmission (4x4). Our friend almost rolled down the mountain when she stalled in the middle of the driveway and it was terrifying! But don't let it deter you...this house is totally worth it! ##### Amy O. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Poul Erik T. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastisk beliggenhed Et meget flot hus hvor alting fungererde. Fantastisk beliggenhed med storslået udsigt. Så masser af dyr. Kommer gerne igen. ##### Poul Erik T. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara A. Jan 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great views This is a beautiful house with a great view. Lots of space. The host has a lot of good information and ideas. When told you may want a flashlight it is good advice to take. The neighborhood does on occasion loose power. Which is out of the hosts control. Good news the water works even when the power does not. Unlike, where we come from. Do also be sure to have 4 wheel drive for the driveway. We saw many new animals and insects. The pool was a great way to cool off. We would stay again. ##### Sara A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tracy t. Jun 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly special The best time of my life!!! ##### tracy t. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Manon L. Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Belle région! La propriétaire est fort sympathique et répond rapidement à tous les courriels et appels téléphoniques. Elle se préoccupe constamment du bien-être de ses locataires. Nous avons fait un magnifique voyage, la maison est bien située pour découvrir cette région du Costa Rica et choisir des activités variées. Elle offre beaucoup d’espace, chacun y trouve son intimité tout en vivant facilement en groupe. Toucans et singes viennent régulièrement se montrer la binette. Donc, bon choix de location, malgré le fait que la propriété ait besoin d’un peu d’amour: fonctionnement des ventilateurs, réfrigérateur, luminosité le soir et portes/fenêtres moustiquaires. ##### Manon L. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carl G. Jan 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tropical Paradise Stayed for three weeks and had a phenomenal time. if you like wildlife just sit out on the deck and enjoy. Toucans,monkeys, butterflies etc. The pool was great and clean. House is very roomy. Beaches unbelievable. Zip lines, waterfalls, Mangrove tour were some of the activities we did. ##### Carl G. Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shelly j. Dec 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Taste of Paradise! If you are looking for a spacious home with a gorgeous view this is the ideal location. There is an abundance of wildlife and excellent things to do in the area. This location is an experience of a lifetime. Working with Claire makes you feel at ease knowing she will help in any way possible. Thanks Claire for all the memories that will last a lifetime. ##### shelly j. Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phyllis R. Jul 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tree Top Experience in the Jungle We had a most adventuresome time during our stay. We were visited by a variety of animals and enjoyed the rain that came in the late afternoon/ evenings. Claire & Bud were most gracious and helpful hosts. There was more detail than we could process, but it was all very appreciated. The food recommendations were incredible and we didn't have 1 bad meal while we were here. We loved the authentic meal we had after visiting the waterfall with Marvin. Milady is a wonderful cook. The people, the wildlife and the food, along with all the wonderful views made our time here very memorable. ##### Phyllis R. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen G. Apr 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! We had a wonderful time in Costa Rica! Staying at Villa Christina Maria was the best decision. Very remote yet conveniently located. Our hosts were amazing. Super attentive to our travel needs before arrival. Lots of great advice and recommendations during our stay. Thank you. ##### Ellen G. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don G. Dec 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### If you’re looking for a view with lots of wildlife, this is for you! Claire and Bud were excellent with communication. They made sure we were happy and had everything we needed for our stay. They also asked several times if we had any recommendations to make the stay better. The Homs is very clean and welcoming. You’ll want to be sure to have a 4x4 vehicle, to make it up and down the mountain. The first drive up may be intimidating to some, as well as the drive down to the house. Don’t worry, it gets easier after the first go round. There is plenty of space in the home and a very large wrap around deck. The pool is clean, but we didn’t use it much. The first day there, we saw a sloth in a tree close to the house. If you toss some fresh fruit on the ground, over the railing behind the pool, you’ll get to see Coati’s and other small animals come up for a bite, if you’re quiet. 3 days in a row, we had visits from white face capuchins… that was exciting! One would even come on the deck. There are little geckos all over :) they don’t bother you at all. Cute little things! The location of the home is perfect! Close to so many amazing beaches! I would definitely recommend this home to anyone, and we would gladly stay again. ##### Don G. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### karen t. Jun 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa Kristina Maria Beautiful home with lovely ocean view. Very nice pool, outdoor space, and decks. Kitchen is very well equipped with all the appliances and cooking supplies you need. The home is very spacious with lots of ceiling fans to keep it cool. Just know that the home is a 10-15 minute drive from the main highway to Uvita. You definitely need 4 wheel drive as the road is not paved, and very steep at times. ##### karen t. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April C. Jan 6, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property!!! We had a great experience at Villa Kristina Maria. The house was exactly as described. It was peaceful and surrounded in wildlife. We had visits daily from toucans and monkeys would come by the property as well. One day, we had 2 separate visits from monkeys. The views from every room were breathtaking with sweeping ocean views. The home was clean and the host was immediately responsive to questions during our stay. The home is large and was perfect for our family of 8. Everyone had their own space. There were games and books available for guests to use. The kitchen is furnished well with everything you need to barbecue, cook and make tropical drinks. We would definitely stay here again with our family. The drive up the property was steep, but we had no issues getting to the property. ##### April C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles M. Dec 31, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible views and wildlife at your doorstep We were a family of six. This was our first time in Costa Rica. House is a real gem. You’re basically on the side of a forested mountain. Plus you can look out and see the ocean. Tons of beautiful birds, monkeys, iguanas right outside the door. Close proximity to gorgeous beaches. Claire, the owner, was very helpful before we left and responsive by email when we had questions during the trip. ##### Charles M. 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