This was our first time to Costa Rica and we were so lucky to be able to rent this property. 9 days was not enough and we're already planning our next trip! From the start of the trip, Jorge met us at the base of the mountain and escorted us to the home. He walked us through the property and ensured that we understood how the water heater and stove worked (which was super simple). Jorge and Trina were always quick to respond to our questions via Whatsapp. The home was well appointed and had everything we could possibly need. I loved that the living area was separate for the bedroom - I was able to wake up early and get breakfast going while my wife slept in for a while longer. We had coffee on the porch every morning while listening to the howler monkeys in the distance. Multiple species of birds were spotted from the top deck including multiple fiery billed aracaris and a yellow throated toucan that visited often. The pool was perfectly clean and an excellent break from the mid-day heat. A cleaner came by at some point during the trip, but I they were so non- intrusive that I didn't even realize he was there until I noticed the handful of leaves were gone. The drive up the mountain takes about 20 minutes and you'll definitely need a 4-wheel drive for some of the steeper sections. We never felt unsafe on the drive, it is just a little bumpy. Speaking of safety, the home has a huge gate but we never felt unsafe at the home or in town. It was a perfect trip!

This is a beautiful home and we enjoyed our stay so much. I wanted to get "totally away" for my 60th birthday and this place was perfect. The home is located up the mountain, so be prepared with a 4x4 and a fun, bumpy ride! We loved it! We saw so many birds every morning and evening we became "birders". We loved hearing all the wildlife every day. We fell asleep listening to the frogs. The house is well equipped to cook with many utensils and an outdoor grill. The pool is a delight after a day out exploring and the sunset each evening was glorious. We made sure we were back for sunset each evening; it was that good! The house managers, Trina and Jorge were helpful, and things went very smoothly with check in/out. Jorge showed us the way up the mountain the first day, which was helpful. The owner was also really helpful pre-trip with suggestions for the area. Communication was smooth with everyone. We did the Jungle ATV tour and it was a blast.We went to two waterfalls and a coffee farm. Highly recommend doing this. We also drove to Manual Antonio and hiked at the park and ate lunch in the area. Another highlight was walking on the Whale Tail at low tide. It was a beautiful day and fun to look up into the mountains trying to find our place. If you want a peaceful vacation home, this is your place. Be prepared to not want to leave Uvita!

We stayed at casa bambu for our honeymoon and could not have been happier with our choice. The property was beyond beautiful, private, clean, and just right for a couple to stay. Listen to the host about getting a 4x4 car for the long drive up. The owner and property management were both very responsive to questions before and during our stay. Thank you Peg, Trina & Jorge! We plan to stay again on an anniversary trip :)

We have stayed in many vacation rental homes over the years. This place -Casa Bambu - was one of the best we have ever experienced. The house is lovely, well equipped and spotlessly clean. The whale’s tail view is spectacular. We spent 4 nights here and most of that time was spent on the upper deck or poolside patio. There are plenty of seating options for sun or shade. The pool is clean and cool. Many different bird species visited every day and we also so saw frogs and a very large green iguana. The kitchen was well equipped and easy to cook in. As mentioned in other reviews, the road up is a little challenging especially the first time and we appreciated Jorge meeting us at the bottom of the hill and guiding us up. The management team was easy to contact and extremely helpful. This was without a doubt our best stop in our 3 week visit to Costa Rica. We would come back in a heartbeat and would recommend without hesitation to anyone visiting the area.

We love Casa Bamboo. This was our 3rd time staying in this lovely home and it NEVER disappoints! This year we had incredible wildlife visitors daily. The weather was perfect. Sleeping and waking with the sun to the jungle sounds is healing for the nervous system. Highly recommend!

Highly, highly recommend to stay at this house! The location was superb - private, at a top of the hill with the best view for sunrises and sunsets. You are in the middle of the jungle and can hear howler monkeys, see toucans and macaws right from the property! We spent much time just relaxing in the pool watching the wildlife and enjoying the view. The house is very Costa Rica with an ind

Nice property. Great view of whales tail. Multiple aracaris visited a tree 20 feet from the porch every day. Various other birds visited as well. The house was as described and the VRBO photos were accurate and up to date.

Exceptional property with management and customer service to match. From our pre-booking Qs, to the moment we checked out, we were so impressed with the communication and professionalism of the process. The home has a classy, understated, functional design that blends wonderfully into its setting. The infinity pool is just the right size and has great views. The AC in the bedroom was nice when we needed it - but the airy, mountain breezes kept our stay comfortable all the rest of the time. Any cooking tools we needed were there, including smoothie blenders, pots, fry pans, juicers and toasters. We found that, given the mountain location and 4x4 road, we limited our trips out to 1 per day for whatever excursions we had planned or eating out we wished to do. The upside to that was that we really enjoyed our mornings and evenings at the property. We will definitely be staying here again.

While it was not a typical rainy season according to the locals this year, it was definitely a wet one. We had rain for nearly all day every day. So we weren't able to take full advantage of the pool while there. The house is set in a very scenic area of the mountain, when renting a car to arrive...make sure it's 4x4 but also has good ground clearance. The road is very uneven and difficult to manage in places. We had a Mitsubishi asx and it had trouble due to ruts at times. The property is absolutely beautiful. We heard monkeys 🐒 and birds nearly all morning when having coffee on the porch. A few hummingbirds even visited inside on a morning flyby. Local restaurants are amazing and the locals were always helpful. We traveled to dominical a few times as well for the beach and food. Then down to Marino ballena for a day trip (spoiled by rain unfortunately)... but found an amazing spot for bagel sandwiches at Bagel Time. Jungle atv tours near the house made our day as well. The tour was great and had so much to offer and well worth every penny. We stopped at a coffee farm, and at 2 waterfalls that were absolutely beautiful. I know we traveled in the rainy season, which is not new to us. While we understood the chance of rain was a possibility, this trip was literally rained out. We had to limit our time off the mountain due to road conditions and limitations on visibility when driving. We heard over and over this was the most rain they have seen in Oct in nearly 3 yrs. I will say this bring a sleep mask if you're not an early riser, sunrise was 5am, and sundown 530pm. The bedroom offers some shading but not much in the early morning. Overall the house was perfect. Couldn't ask for more. Communication with Trina and Jorge the house managers was on point and easy. Even when we locked the keys inside 🤦‍♀️...trust me it happens. If you're looking for a private place with no need for the outside world, this is definitely a great option. Thank you for letting us experience your home.

This place is stunning! Beautiful inside and out. Everything was exactly as advertised, and the property managers are quick to respond. We had no troubles with the place, but just a few questions for our upcoming trip, and Trina and Jorge were happy to quickly assist. My wife and I absolutely loved our time here and can’t wait to return. For those concerned about the road, it’s really no big deal even with a smaller 4x4. I’m confident I could drive 90% of the road in a Subaru, with only small portions needing the extra clearance a 4x4 has to offer. Great safe location, with a stunning view! Enjoy the beauty and serenity this place has to offer.

Beautiful home with a very well equipped kitchen that was a pleasure to cook in. There in July and yet never needed the AC. You must have a 4x4 to get there, though.

We enjoyed the view from the balcony and the windows.

Pretty sure I found the place I want to live forever! Casa Bambu is an absolute dream! The view is breathtaking, and the villa itself is perfect for 2 people. The bedroom was very comfortable, and you get to wake up to that million-dollar view every morning! My favorite place to hang out was the 2nd floor terrace, where we’d have our afternoon cocktails while being greeted daily by very curious fiery-billed ararcaris. You do get used to the 4x4 adventure up and down the mountain, and the town of Uvita has everything you could want. The property managers, Trina & Jorge, were fantastic. I can’t say enough about Casa Bambu, and our whole week-long experience in Uvita! Already planning to return for a longer trip next year!

After waiting an extra year to get here, everything was wonderful. Casa Bambu is well appointed, clean and comfortable. The views are incredible and you can find everything you need in Uvita and many beautiful beaches and out trip options around. Definitely rent a 4x4 vehicle as the 4km mountain road would be impossible without one. Daily rain, daily sun, many birds and jungle sounds made for a rest that was much needed. Thank-you.

Best vacation ever! This house overlooks the ocean in the hillside of Uvita. The town of Uvita has all the comforts you need, grocery store, car repair and tire repair, doctors offices, beaches, restaurants, and activities close by. Our entire experience in Costa Rica was amazing. Very beautiful country and the people were incredibly friendly and helpful. Casa Bamboo is absolutely beautiful, well decorated inside. Outside is like your own personal paradise with plants, trees, foliage, and flowers that smell wonderful. Upon our arrival Jorge met us in town and showed us up to the house. You will need a 4x4 vehicle to make it to the house. Very steep, winding roads. Without a 4 wheel drive car you'd never make it. Most all rental car places will have a 4x4. We highly recommend Casa Bamboo. Peggy is a gracious host. We'll definitely be back!

We had a great time. A perfect place to kick back and enjoy being alive. Spectacular views from the back porch and the bed room. Nature all-around you. I would love to come back.

We so enjoyed our stay at Casa Bamboo. The view from the house was beautiful. We watched the Whale Tail (National Park) appear and disappear with the tides from the veranda. It was a great outside space where we spent a lot of time while at the house. Every morning we had our meditation, yoga and then coffee. We enjoyed watching the Toucans come to the fruit tree just several feet from us and hearing the Howler monkeys at a distance in the jungle. It was a perfect place for a couple to spend some private time together. The pool was quite refreshing on the warm afternoons and also allowed for a great view. A really nice breeze came up the mountain and it was a few degrees cooler than the town of Uvita below. Jorge and Trina were very responsive and helpful and good to work with. The main challenge was the road up to the house. As stated a four wheel drive vehicle is necessary; and, I would recommend a heavier vehicle. We had a Toyota Rav 4 and got stuck one night trying to get up the hill after a period of rain. We definitely recommend Casa Bamboo.

Had a lovely time at Casa Bambu and enjoyed the solitude. We met K2, the adopted cat, and welcomed her appearance each morning and miss her already!! The many birds and butterflies were enchanting. The drive up is definitely an adventure and not to be under estimated. Jorge was very helpful in getting us settled! Very happy with our stay!

Gorgeous villa overlooking the ocean, surrounded by jungle and wildlife. Peggy, Trina and Jorge made sure our stay was perfect. Excellent second honeymoon spot for us. All the comforts of home in an exotic locale. Back, we will go!

We loved staying here! The view is amazing, and the surrounding jungle is so peaceful. The drive up the mountain is an adventure in and of itself, and Uvita is full of great beaches, hikes, and experiences. I would highly recommend Casa Bambu and the great hosts.

This was the first visit to Costa Rica for both of us. Casa Bamboo was a great place to enjoy the beauty of this great country.

We stayed at Casa Bambu for our honeymoon. It was the best time of our lives. First time in Costa Rica and we will return. The view of the ocean and whales tale could not have been any more amazing. We sat on the balcony every morning and listened to the wildlife in the area drank our coffee and had breakfast. Howler monkeys every morning. The house came with everything we needed to cook a meal on days we didn't feel like leaving. Trina and Jorge replied to every question we had and made us feel so welcome. I wanted to bring the hostess cat home with me. She was so friendly and sweet. Everything about this place was nice. We even enjoyed hiking the whole way down the hill a couple mornings and seeing the views along the way. We were so sad to leave. We will return. Pura Vida

My fiancee and I absolutely loved this place. We had never traveled to Costa Rica before but I felt completely prepared with all the info that was provided to us by the property owner. The car ride up the mountain was part of our wonderful adventure. To wake up every morning to the beautiful view of the Whales Tail and listen to all the birds and wildlife is just amazing. Jorge was extremely helpful and worked around our schedule for check in and out. We plan on going back for our honeymoon and hope this place will be available as we can't imagine staying anywhere else.

Casa Bambu was everything we were looking for and more. The beautiful house is exquisitely designed, from the selection of materials to the attention to detail, the level of comfort, and its regard for the environment (small footprint, yet very comfortable). Because of all these features, this property qualifies as a real gem! Add to it the gorgeous location, surrounded by the tropical rain forest, the view over the Pacific Ocean, and the lovely people of Costa Rica. If you stay there, we have no doubt that you would agree that Casa Bambu is a rare find. We stayed for over two weeks and did not want to leave. J&G (New York City)

Once you arrive, you feel at home and can sit back, relax enjoying the scenery and sounds of the tropical surroundings.

The property is as described and the hosts have thought of everything that a couple could need. Sitting on the porch watching the Whale’s Tail while having coffee in the morning or cocktails in the evening is so relaxing. The view from the bedroom is also a pleasure to wake up to while hearing the birds, insects, and howlers. K-T the hostess cat is so fun to play with - she truly welcomes folks to the property. Make sure to have a 4 x 4 to negotiate the road, but it is easy once you have gone up and down once. Our stay was truly a pleasure.

Casa Bambu is a beautiful property in the mountains above Uvita. The landscaping is perfect; it fits in with the mountains and the jungle. I especially enjoyed the infinity pool. The house is very clean and well provisioned. I made friends with the resident cat who loves everybody. I'm allergic to cats, but this cat was not a problem. She stays outside and will stay away from you if you need her to. But she's always nearby and very friendly. My only concern was with the road to the house. We were told we needed a four-wheel drive, and that is absolutely true. I was not prepared for the steepness of grade or the length of road necessary to climb the mountain. We rented a four-wheel drive, but we're provided a Suzuki Vitara, which is more of an all-wheel drive with a wimpy engine. We had to back down the steep slopes more than once because the car did not have the power to make it up without a running start. Nevertheless the road was an adventure and if you get a proper vehicle, a Jeep, a Land Rover, or something with at least a 2.5 l engine you should be able to tackle this challenge. For me it was fun, but I can imagine it might be less fun for others who aren't used to off-road driving. Don't let this discourage you though, the place is worth the climb. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I would stay again. The property managers were very attentive, very professional, and helped us every time we needed them. First class!

If you’re looking for incredible views and to be immersed in a tropical rain forest while wrapped in comfort this is the place. Toucans, monkeys and the occasional dart frog all will greet you. Don’t second guess your choice to stay here.

Casa Bambu is a beautiful property with an unbeatable view of the Whale's Tail nestled atop a mountain centrally located in Uvita. The property is comfortable, well stocked and has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Jackie, Trina and Jorge went above and beyond to ensure that we were taken care of before and during our stay, even meeting us at the supermarket in town to ensure we found the house and arrived safely. The toucans and howler monkeys greeted us each morning, and we enjoyed hanging out with the resident kitty - K2. We miss her already!This property is perfect for two people who want a comfortable, quiet place to serve as home base during your stay in Uvita. It's pretty close to tons of attractions, and there are many amenities (supermarket, gas station, restaurants, bank, beaches etc) nearby. Be sure to exchange money at the Bank of Costa Rica at the base of the house road, it is only a few USD charge to do so. And, you HAVE to check out Los Laureles restaurant (also at the base of the house road) and Aracari about 10 minutes away. Both are outstanding - both food and service - and prices are very reasonable. We recommend Casa Bambu without a doubt. Absolutely top notch.

Casa Bambu is a beautiful property with an unbeatable view of the Whale's Tail nestled atop a mountain centrally located in Uvita. The property is comfortable, well stocked and has everything you need to enjoy your stay. Jackie, Trina and Jorge went above and beyond to ensure that we were taken care of before and during our stay, even meeting us at the supermarket in town to ensure we found the house and arrived safely. The toucans and howler monkeys greeted us each morning, and we enjoyed hanging out with the resident kitty - K2. We miss her already! This property is perfect for two people who want a comfortable, quiet place to serve as home base during your stay in Uvita. It's pretty close to tons of attractions, and there are many amenities (supermarket, gas station, restaurants, bank, beaches etc) nearby. Be sure to exchange money at the Bank of Costa Rica at the base of the house road, it is only a few USD charge to do so. And, you HAVE to check out Los Laureles restaurant (also at the base of the house road) and Aracari about 10 minutes away. Both are outstanding - both food and service - and prices are very reasonable. We recommend Casa Bambu without a doubt. Absolutely top notch.

A very relaxing stay at a beautiful locale. The hosts were Cary attentive and accommodating. Will definitely recommend this property to friends and family.

Beautiful scenery, peaceful home, amazing landscape, functional kitchen. We love Casa Bambu.