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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Uvita
  • Catarata uvita
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access

Morpho Eco Retreat is an eco-friendly, designed villa perched above the jungle valley. The villa is a unique rental in the southern area of Costa Rica due to its unusual design, great privacy, and fantastic views.
This special property, just 10 minutes up the mountain from the town of Uvita, is ideal for those who seek modern comfort, an outdoor lifestyle and proximity to amenities.
Highlights of the property include an Infinity Plunge Pool and Rancho with unobstructed, views of the Whale's Tail National Park below", as well as river access with a waterfall and swimming hole within walking distance while remaining on the property. The main deck, housing the outdoor dining area, offers daily opportunities for bird-watching and the westward view offers a wonderful vantage point of Cano Island, one of the best destinations for snorkeling and scuba diving in Costa Rica.
The utilization of natural, locally-sourced materials were adhered to throughout the construction process. Many types of wood, native to Costa Rica, were used on the custom interior furnishings.

*** You will need to rent a 4x4 vehicle with low gears to access the property due it's location, situated up one of the many mountain roads found in the area. We strongly reccommend arriving during daylight hours so that our management team can escort you to the property to familiarize yourselves with the roads. We hope you enjoy the southern Pacific zone of Costa Rica***

The name, Morpho Eco Retreat, was derived from the Blue Morpho, one of the most beautiful butterflies in Costa Rica.
The primary residence includes a master bedroom, with a king bed, set against a dramatic teak headboard. There is a private en-suite bathroom that includes a double shower as well as his & her sinks.
The guest bedroom, with its design oriented bunk-wall, offers ample sleeping room for four adults or children. Each sleeping compartment offers its own window, reading light and outlet for charging. The room has its own en-suite bathroom as well, with a bathtub and shower.
All rooms, with their high ceilings, ample windows and sliding doors with deck access, and upper wall-screens… provide ventilation via afternoon breezes, keeping the rooms airy throughout the day.

Functioning as an anchor for the two en-suites, is a lovely, open-concept great room. With its custom designed, modern kitchen that includes an eat-at-island, cooking and entertaining has never been easier! The kitchen area looks directly onto the living area, promoting conversation and participation from guests. All of the furnishings were custom built on site. The kitchen is well stocked with everything guests will need for the next gathering.
If you enjoy cooking outdoors, there is a gas barbecue located downstairs, next to the infinity pool, you will find a covered patio area with prepping counter as well as an outdoor bar fridge for cool drinks. There is also lovely, covered Rancho for dining- the perfect outdoor living spot

Malachite Casita (May be added when guests exceed villa capacity of 6 people)
Step down the covered, steel staircase, and you are immersed in lush jungle, a forest of fern palms greats you as you arrive at the guest 'Casita'.
This 500 sqft. residence is self-contained and boasts one bedroom with a queen bed and a full-size pullout futon in the open concept living area.
There is also a fully stocked kitchen, complete with refrigerator, stove & oven, coffee maker. There is an indoor table that seats four as well as a covered, 285sqft, dining area located outside that overlooks the ocean as well as the jungle valley below. The intimate setting, offers privacy as well as a very unique, outdoor, rain shower experience.
Perfect, jungle hideaway for couples or additional guests with young children… the casita can sleep four people, 2 adults and 2 small children, comfortably. The sounds of the river will lull you to sleep!

The town of Uvita offers access to two supermarkets, two banks, many restaurants and all kinds of tour operators that offer a wide variety of of off-site activities during the day. Surfing & SUP lessons, kayaking trips to the mangroves, horseback riding on the beach, waterfall & bird-watching hikes, diving & snorkeling, beautiful- deserted beaches, as well as zip-lining tours, just to name a few!

A stay at Morpho Eco retreat beckons with the sights and sounds of nature from the moment you arrive.
Book your next Costa Rican vacation to Morpho Eco Retreat today and you can start planning a vacation filled with adventure and relaxation!
Pura Vida....

During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Catarata uvita. You'll find features such as an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub. Free WiFi and a private pool are available in the villa.
  • The villa offers a private pool, a kitchen and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Catarata uvita and a 3-minute drive from Secret Lau Pool
Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This Ballena villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Dawn Enders

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Parental supervision due to location & home style

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Fantastic Whale's Tail View, Private, Modern Villa with Pool & River Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property with great views of Whales Tail!
Beautiful property! The view from the deck is unbelievable. Everything is very well maintained and modern. The drive up the mountain is an adventure but not scary at all as long as you have four wheel drive! Location is central to Uvita once you get off the mountain and convenient to dining and shopping and the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult family vacation
We stayed at this lovely property for six nights. Our family of five (all adults) were very comfortable and each had enough space to stretch out and fully enjoy the peace and quiet this property offers. We loved starting each day viewing hummingbirds from the yoga platform and toucans from the deck. We enjoyed cooling off in the pool and star gazing each evening. The drive up to the property was a daily adventure, one my husband thoroughly enjoyed! The property is close enough to all amenities and yet secluded, and very privately set into the mountainside. The caretakers are on the property and available,if needed, but we never saw them unless we reached out to them. The owner was very accessible by both email (prior to arrival) and WhatsApp during the stay. I highly recommend this property for anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing vacation. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
The place was perfect for us and Dawn and Jairo were wonderful to communicate with, very helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view
We loved our stay here. The view was incredible! Our kids enjoyed the bunk beds, pool, and plethora of birds and butterflies to watch. Shower water was hot and the air was kept cool by natural drafts and fans. My only critique is that the sign for the property driveway could be more visible. It’s difficult to see coming up the hill because it’s around a corner behind some shrubbery. Also we could have used some written driving instructions. It was very helpful to have Jairo lead us there the first time but with two kids in the car asking one million questions the directions slipped out of our brain and then we got lost later. For anyone staying there, follow the signs to golden pineapple resort then look for the blue morpho sign indicating their property. All is good though! Jaíro and Dawn were very helpful and good communicators. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R., Oregon, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing remote jungle oasis
We absolutely loved our stay here. If you're looking for a peaceful home-base that's not far from Uvita, but still adds to the adventure and your likelihood of seeing incredible wildlife, this is your place! We spotted an incredible diversity of birds each morning from the property (including Toucans almost daily, lots of tanagers and hummingbirds as well), heard howler monkeys in the distance, and enjoyed ourselves even when we were rained out of other plans. Do not underestimate the need for a good functioning 4x4 vehicle, and expect to be home before dark each night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P., SALT LAKE CITY

Liked: Cleanliness
Great private stay in the jungle!
We loved our time at this property. The house is very modern, has all the amenities, and is very private. The view in the evening is great! The kids loved cooling off in the pool. Dawn is excellent in communication and facilitating any needs you have. I would highly recommend this property to anyone interested in staying in this general area. We used it a great launching point for visiting Corcovado Parl. The beath at Uvita was one of our favorites in the whole country.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica C., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible property!
We had such an incredible time at Morpho Eco Retreat. The property is jaw dropping every which way you look. We loved the pool and the waterfall down the trail. The house is really lovely with everything you need. Saw many toucans and other birds, monkeys, and even saw a Blue morpho on our first day! The steep drive up to the house is wild (definitely need a 4x4) but it’s. really fun. So many things to do nearby, Uvita waterfall is a fantastic spot that our boys wanted to go back to again and again. Loved this place!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded all expectations
The location, views, and grounds are unmatched. Beautifully designed and appointed. Both the kids and adults loved it. Dawn took great care of us and working with Jairo was a breeze. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Next Level Experience
Overall, we loved our time at the property because of the vantage, the design, amenities, the management and the ethos of it all. It's a very rare and wonderful space to be in. Dawn and Jairo couldn't have been more communicative. The pool, the decks and open space make it a wonderful respite after the adventures that the beaches and trails afford around Uvita. We had a wonderful time here with our two boys over four days and nights. The kitchen leaves nothing to be desired. We cooked some fantastic meals and played many games in and around the kitchen and deck dining area. It's worth noting two things as you consider this property. The road leading up is seriously steep. We live in Colorado and are originally from Montana and Alaska and have driven up many a steep mountain road. This drive up absolutely requires a 4x4 vehicle with low gears. Don't overestimate it and don't be intimidated if you have the right vehicle. Good, bad or indifferent there's not much opportunity to sleep in at EMR. There are no shades on the windows and all natural light and sounds pour through the house. It makes it impossible to sleep in, but is also why late morning through evening can be breathtaking here. This is a house like no other. Thank you, Dawn!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
So awesome!!!
The house was so beautiful and we loved waking up to the sound of the jungle! Dawn was so easy to work with! She sent an awesome welcome email that was packed full of great information! We have been to Costa Rica before and knew what to expect, but if you haven’t- make sure to read through everything carefully! The on-site property manager, Jairo and his wife, were so lovely and very helpful as well! Overall we had an amazing experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
An absolutely perfect stay
We could not have enjoyed our stay any more than we did. The house and the casita (when we needed the extra space) worked out beautifully. The view is magnificent and the setting is charming. The pool was just right. The privacy is great. The drive up is a bit challenging, but just added to the fun.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
This was truly a tremendous place for family group and having Ellen cook the most wonderful meals allowed for a good family time in the evening. I cannot think of anything that would make this more perfect of a spot for family in Costa Rica.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Estefania M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale's Tail best view!
The property was beautiful! It was located in a mountain and the views were absolutely amazing. The pool was amazing. The house is very comfortable and lovely. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
This property is fantastic! Our biggest concern post booking was no air conditioning (we are Canadians and used to snow/ice) but believe it or not the location, the way the home was designed and fans were more than enough. I was actually a bit chilly some nights. The decor is gorgeous and it’s very nicely decorated. The driveway is intensely steep so make sure to get a 4x4. Pool was great. Beds were comfortable. I’d recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene Costa Rican Mountain Getaway
This property was absolutely beautiful, modern and everything we needed for our stay in Uvita. Surrounded by the beautiful jungle we watched the wildlife around come out as the sun set. The pool area overlooks the whale's tale beach and ocean below along with lush tropical jungle and has a nice seating area for an afternoon snack or drinks. The mountain breeze and fans kept us cool day and night. The morpho eco retreat provided a welcome and calming escape from the envision festival in Uvita we came into town for. The property owner and manager were easily accessible over whatsapp and helped with any of our needs and provided ample suggestions and made our stay very enjoyable and easy. The only note of this property is it is in the mountains in the jungle and you need a 4x4 vehicle and some experience driving mountain roads to get up and down from the house. That was not a problem for our group, but should be noted if you are not experienced with 4 wheel driving. We had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back to this beautiful property in the future, we even got to see some of the beautiful blue butterflies around the property. Highly recommend for the adventurous guest coming to the beautiful uvita area!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Perfect Launch Pad for Uvita
Just spent a week here and had the best time. It was a fabulous location for our whole family (2 adults and 4 kids). Our kids loved the bunk beds. We loved the views and the sounds of the howler monkeys in the morning. We also loved the private waterfall/swimming hole. The whole house was very well maintained. The pool was perfect for our kids. One of 'highs' of the whole trip was watching the monkeys outside our windows in the morning. It truly was the Costa Rica experience we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie L.

Amazing!
Completely off the beaten path which just makes it marvelous!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O., Seattle

Amazing escape in the jungle!!
Our family loved staying at Morpho Eco - it was so private and so beautiful! The pool was fantastic and wonderfully refreshing after being out in the heat & humidity, and the house was modern and very clean. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook, and the grill was immaculate! We happened to be there during the hottest/driest/stillest time they had experienced for a long time in Uvita, and the host kindly arranged for extra fans to help us stay cooler at night! There is no AC, but it usually wouldn't be needed given the wonderful breeze that comes through - we just were unlucky with timing! However, once we had the extra fans it was perfect. WiFi didn't work well since this is truly in the jungle, but this was a bonus for us - it really helped us disconnect and feel relaxed. We loved the added bonus of the private waterfall - it was very refreshing in the heat! The onsite caretakers were wonderful, and provided us with anything we needed. We loved waking up hearing the toucans and howler monkeys, and we saw so many amazing birds and butterflies. It truly was a wonderful escape and we definitely plan to stay here again in the future! The only suggestion I'd make - it would be nice to have onsite laundry that we could use ourselves. When travelling with kids in hot/humid conditions we end up having a fairly major need for laundry. The host did offer laundry service though the caretakers which is a great option, but our schedules didn't quite match up to make this happen. We ended up doing laundry at another house nearby where some friends were staying. However - we still had a top-notch experience and are so thankful to have stayed at this amazing house! We will definitely be back! Oh - and make sure you have a big 4WD vehicle to get to the house - you won't make it otherwise!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tana K.

Wonderful "base" for our adventures in Costa Rica!
The Morpho Eco Retreat was a wonderful base for our trip to Costa Rica. Waking to amazing views, swimming in the pool, and exploring the private waterfall were favorites at/near the house. We were able to enjoy zip lining, horseback riding, surfing, walking the whale's tail (Marino Ballena National Park), and a visit to Manuel Antonio, all within an hour or less drive from the Morpho Eco. Dawn was very accommodating and helpful with our plans leading up to our stay and the property managers and house caretakers were prompt and courteous. We would return to the Morpho Eco in a heartbeat! Thanks to Dawn and her crew for helping to make our stay in Costa Rica unforgettable!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike D., Tampa, FL

Thank you for a wonderful time
Morpho lodge was the perfect base for our Costa Rican adventure this summer. It is hard to describe the feeling of floating above the jungle canopy while being immersed in it at the same time. We’ll be talking and thinking about our stay at Morpho for a long time, thank you again for sharing a place like this with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Donald G.

Difficult to praise enough
This was our second stay at Morpho and we hope to be back as soon as we can. The house is amazing, nestled in the jungle on the side of a mountain with it's gorgeous view of the ocean and beautiful pool. Booking with Dawn and working with Bill and Ann Marie at Jaguar Properties was a pleasure. Uvita itself is full of great little restaurants and friendly people and the local beaches are beautiful and uncrowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D., vancouver

Amazing views, incredible wildlife. Totally relaxing stay with our family!
We throughly enjoyed our time at Morpho Eco lodge. The communication was great prior to our arrival and the property management team very attentive to our needs once we arrived. The house was clean and spacious and met all of our needs. Our kids loved the bunk beds and cooling off in the pool after a day of exploring. We enjoyed waking up to the beautiful sounds of the birds and howler monkeys every morning and looking out over the amazing jungle and whales tail. A glorious trip full of incredible memories!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

A wonderful escape
We were lucky to find this house. We are a family with children. It is a true getaway in the jungle with everything you need to relax and spectacular views to boot. If you want to relax in the jungle and enjoy the serenity or if you want to venture out to the beaches and waterfalls of the southern zone this is the perfect place. The "private" waterfall and swimming hole are a special treat. Loved it and we will probably visit again. The owner, the property managers and the caretaker were all very friendly and helpful. The property is a bit up in the mountain from downtown Uvita so make sure you are ready for the slope of the driveway. The first time up it is a challenge, but once you understand the need to maintain momentum at the critical points it gets much easier.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., san diego

Beautiful home away from home
Our stay at the Morpho House was stellar. Jaguar Property Management went above and beyond to ensure we had an enjoyable stay! We absolutely would recommend you stay and relax there.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Craig L.

Great view and wonderful house
Ok first off you will absolutely need a powerful 4WD to reach this house. The drive up is steep in particular the last portion of it. You will have trouble getting up, as I learned first hand, with a car like a RAV4. It almost led to divorce proceedings so do yourself a favor and get a 4WD with a low gear such as a Mitsubishi Outlander (I switched my rental 2nd day). The house has beautiful views of the surrounding area. You can see the Whales Tail easily from the balcony. Every day we saw toucans in the trees near the house, beautiful butterflies and heard the howls from the howler monkeys. My daughter even witnessed a Jesus Christ Lizard (basilisk lizard) run across the pool at the house. The beds are comfortable and it's easy to get a good cross breeze in the house by opening the sliding doors. There is absolutely no need for heat or air conditioning. It cools down considerably at night being so high up the mountain. From our house we easily visited the surrounding area. We took a sunset horse ride at Rancho La Merced, spent most of a day visiting Nauyaca Waterfall, took a day trip to Corcovado National Park from Sierpe and did a night walk with Doc Frog along a creek in San Josecito. We also went down to the Whale Tail in Marino Ballena National park twice. Lots of fun! It gets dark by 5:30 being so close to the equator and most evenings we were all asleep early. One thing to note is there aren't any blinds on the windows throughout the house. With the sound of the jungle coming alive with sun rise at 5:30-6 AM and the sun coming in your room, unless you bring an eye mask you'll be up early every morning. Not a bad thing as you get an early start to the day, but something to keep in mind if you like to sleep in. Come prepared with an eye mask if you like to sleep! Overall a great experience and wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018