Welcome to Paradise! Casa Blanca is a newly built house with many modern amenities, which is located close to Uvita center (no need for 4x4). There is a grocery store, bank, many delicious restaurants, and sodas that can be found within walking distance. Explore the serene local beaches or visit Marino Ballena National Park (Whale's Tail), which is just a short jaunt from the house! Spend your days exploring Costa Rica's biodiversity, and Manual Antonio and Nauyaca Falls are great day trips. The space Discover what Pura Vida in Uvita is all about while calling Casa Blanca your home base for the length of your stay. The private property has a secure electric gate with covered parking for 2 cars. The house offers a well-equipped kitchen with refrigerator/freezer, coffee maker, toaster, oven and an island-mounted stove. A gas BBQ grill is ready to use! Please only use it out on the covered area next to the pool deck. Casa Blanca offers fiber optic internet service which means very responsive Wi-fi. Streaming services, hosting video conferencing calls, or teleworking are a breeze. Casa Blanca has A/C in each bedroom. Please keep bedroom doors closed when in use and shut off when not at home. There are also 2 smart TV’s (one in the living room and one in the master bedroom). A washer/dryer is available for your use. All bed linens, bathroom towels, beach and pool towels are provided. For your enjoyment we provide pool toys. Guest access Guests will have full access to the property, pool and amenities. The only exception is a small owner's closet in the Master Bedroom. Other things to note The town of Uvita is flourishing with restaurants for every budget, from fine dining to modest family places (called "sodas") offering excellent seafood (of course) and typical Costa Rican fare. Uvita has many bars, groceries, surf shops, clothing stores, souvenir shops and tour operators. We have several bank branches, pharmacies, doctor and dentist offices. Major car rental agencies are here, plus a new police station, new bus station, and is just 45 minutes from two regional airports (one North, one South) and 20 minutes to the regional hospital. The beaches of Uvita and the surrounding area are part of Costa Rica's only marine national park. Marino Ballena National Park also hosts the annual Whale & Dolphin Festival (held in September). During these periods hundreds of whales return to Uvita from the Southern and Northern Hemisphere to mate. "The National Marine Park is recognized nationally and internationally for the annual visitation of different species of cetaceans such as the Humpback whale, Pilot whale, Bryde whale, Fake Killer whales; plus three resident species of dolphins including Bottle Nose, Spotted, and Spinner, as well as several species of sea turtles - Hawksbill, Green, and Olive Ridley." September and October is also the height of turtle mating season and its possible to have a chance to spot a turtle making its way onto the beach to lay its eggs. Of course just observe, give them distance and don't attempt to touch them. Our site manager, Ramie, can recommend many activities and has been known to find good discounts for Casa Blanca guests on various excursions in the area. Discover Uvita Pura Vida at Casa Blanca!