Casitas Del Rio Riverfront Nature Lodge – 5 Vacation Rental Villas in a nature lodge or boutique hotel setting. A magical place located beside an amazing river, surrounded by a private nature reserve, and 2km from the beach
A private villa with a massive swimming pool, bathroom, equipped kitchen, large covered porch, and air conditioning. Infused with nature and only 2 miles to the beach! Sit on your porch and listen to the relaxing sound of the river, toucans, macaws, & hummingbirds. Explore the nature trails in our beautiful lush tropical gardens or get a river massage in the cascading ripples of the river right in front of your porch!
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Riverfront Nature Lodge - "Casitas Del Rio" (houses on the river) With 11 beaches, 8 waterfalls, and 4 wildlife refuges only minutes away we are the
Perfect Jungle Beach Vacation!
We offer 5 Vacation rental villas directly beside an amazing river near the Pacific Ocean. Our unique location is beside a river, at the end of a private road, surrounded by a nature park, and bursting with our tropical gardens. Our unique location and gardens are a magical combination that attracts Costa Rica's amazing wildlife!
Unique Location
Our location allows quick and easy access to 11 different beaches, 8 waterfalls, 4 different wildlife refuges, and easy access to 3 National Parks(Whales Tail Beach, Manuel Antonio, and Corcovado National Parks. There are 4 different wildlife refuges nearby, offering up-close intimate encounters with animals and Cano Island is a short boat ride away for the best snorkeling and diving in Costa Rica!
- Enjoy the Most Visited National Parks - Click Here for Our Guided Park Tours!
- Watch exotic unique wildlife right on our Nature Lodge Property!
- Soak up the sun on uncrowded pristine beaches.
Most guests prefer to be based out of our location and do day trips to Manuel Antonio and Corcovado National Parks. This is because we offer more beaches, waterfalls, and a truly spectacular tropical garden and river to attract wildlife right to our property!
Save Up to 40% for a Weekly Stay! Stay Longer Experience More!
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 are 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! See exotic birds and animals right on our property!
Hear the Congo monkeys howl, watch the toucans fly from tree to tree, or get a river massage in the cascading ripples of the river right in front of your porch. You can take a walk(or do our horseback tour) up-river to discover a hidden waterfall, and more natural swimming holes.
Villa Amenities
Each villa perfectly accommodates 2 people, and is thoughtfully furnished handmade exotic hardwood and local artwork.
- Queen-size bed with premium mattress
- Air Conditioning and ceiling fans!
- High-speed WiFi throughout the property, great for remote workers!
- Private bathroom with granite sink and a powerful large shower with hot water
- The Kitchen is complete with all you need to cook your perfect meal! Includes, cookware, dishes, an induction stovetop, a toaster oven, a refrigerator, a microwave oven, a toaster, a coffeemaker, & a blender
- Locally made exotic hardwood dining table
- 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
Enjoy the massive swimming pool with custom Bali Tiles and stonework. Features a covered Rachero where we serve breakfast! River rock shower and spectacular lighting to enjoy in the evening, it is very romantic! The pool is a guest highlight and where you can see the monkeys, Toucans, and Parrots that often visit.
Explore our Gardens - You also have access to the network of nature paths and several lounging areas along the river with places to sit, relax, and even BBQ. Explore our lush tropical gardens and nature paths with bright flowers and exotic plants bursting at every turn! 3 covered Rancheros, the Pool Ranchero, the Sunset Ranchero, the Barbeque Ranchero, and the butterfly garden.
River Ranchero - Our covered BBQ Ranchero in our elaborate tropical gardens overlooks the enchanting river! Perfect day or night to enjoy the chorus of birds and frogs! You can use the BBQ and dining table there!
Sunset Ranchero - Built to celebrate the sunset. This covered space offers you another space to enjoy with incredible views of the river. Sunset happens right behind the river and illuminates the forest with its orange, pink, and yellow hues!
Experience More, Stay Longer!
Our area offers stunning mountain and coastal scenery. The massive Whales Tail National Park is an uncrowded beach 9 miles long with 6 different entrances! The humpback whales spend more time here than anywhere else!
With so much to do in the area, we suggest a 4-7 night stay.
Discounts up to 40% Off for Weekly Stays!
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.
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.
We take bookings for individuals, families, or groups. You could even rent all 5 villas for a private family or friends get-away, or an intimate wedding ceremony.
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.
We can co-create a custom itinerary or pick from one of our packages!