A magical place alongside the Morete River. We are nestled between the tall mountains and the sea and surrounded by a jungle that is a protected wildlife Nature Park with hiking trails. We are not close to nature, we are nature! It is infused into our Nature Lodge. Nature can be enjoyed throughout the property with lush tropical landscaping and nature trails! Lull yourself to sleep with the tranquil sound of the river. Awake to the symphony of exotic birds that frequent our property! Riverfront Nature Lodge - "Casitas Del Rio" (houses on the river) We offer 5 individual villas on a magical river near the Pacific Ocean. La Rana is Spanish for the frog and is inspired by the colorful rainforest frogs found throughout our property and on-site nature trails. La Rana is our deluxe villa featuring a larger covered deck with an outdoor table, a larger bathroom, a shower, and a private path to a concrete picnic table. Our location allows quick and easy access to beaches, grocery stores, restaurants, banks, and many adventures. The small town of Uvita and the lovely beaches of Playa Ballena, Playa Colonia, and Playa Hermosa are a 5-minute drive from your Casita. Dominical or Ojochal are only 15-minutes away Surrounded by a protected wildlife corridor and 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! Each villa perfectly accommodates 2 people and is thoughtfully furnished with queen-sized bed, a locally made dining table for 2, a bathroom with a granite sink, a powerful large shower, and Wi-Fi. The kitchen is complete with all the necessary utensils you require to cook your perfect meal. It includes dishes, a 2 burner stove-top, a separate grill, a fridge, a microwave oven, a toaster, and a coffeemaker. Stock up on groceries in Uvita or contact us to have groceries waiting for you in the villa! Outside your villa, you will enjoy the lush tropical plants, flowers, and our nature path. Enjoy the covered sunset pavilion with river views. The BBQ ranchero by the river is covered and is a perfect place for a picnic. There is private secure parking next to your accommodation. The porch is covered and has the added benefit of a ceiling fan with a view of the river and jungle. Hear the Congo monkeys howl, watch the toucans fly from tree to tree, and dip your toes in the cascading ripples of the river right in front of your porch. We have a 50ft pool for you to relax in or in the river! Contact us about the hiking trails, horseback riding, or mountain bike options. We take bookings for individuals, families, or groups. You could even rent all 5 Villas for a private family or friends getaway, or an intimate wedding ceremony. Our area offers stunning mountain and coastal scenery. The massive national park includes 4 beaches, the largest coral reef in the country, and of course the massive migration of whales. They stay longer here than any other place in the world. Paddleboarding, adventure tours, hiking, kayaking, zip-lining, whale & dolphin tours, bird-watching, horseback riding, hidden waterfalls & swimming holes, deserted beaches, surfing, ATV tours, and more! We are minutes from Uvirta with restaurants, banks, and grocery stores, yet you feel far away from it all in our private river sanctuary surrounded by primary forest. Discounts for weekly stays! We are only 45 minutes from Manuel Antonio and we offer day tours to Corcovado National Park. If you don't see availability, check out all of our villas on our website by entering your dates. Airbnb, visit our pro marketing page by clicking on our host profile to see all the listings on Airbnb. ​5 Private Villas for you to choose from! Sloth & Tortuga Premium Villas with Private Jacuzzi La Rana(Frog) Deluxe Villa - Larger Deck, Bathroom & Private Picnic Table. Toucan & Macaw - Private Villas Easy access with a 2x2 car. Casitas Del Rio is only 2km off the main highway, Costanera. The road to Casitas Del Rio is mostly paved. Within minutes you can be on the beach or in the town of Uvita. Yet, our location is quite secluded at the end of a private road. You have access to the amazing 50ft swimming pool with custom Bali tiles and stonework. You also have access to the network of walking paths and several lounging areas along the river with places to sit and enjoy the nature and river. Easy access off the Costanera highway. You can easily access the property with a 2x2 vehicle. We live on the property in the main lodge. We are available to ensure your stay is exactly how you want it to be. Our preferred method of communication is through WhatsA a free app for your smartphone. We have a business account for Casitas Del Rio. With WhatsA you can text or call us with no international fees. In fact over our wifi on the property you can call or text anywhere in the world for free. Uvita, Costa Rica we are centrally located on the Pacific Coast so you can easily do day trips North to Manual Antonio or south to the Osa Penisula. Uvita is home to Ballena Bahia or Whales Tail Bay, the most popular beach and national park. The whales spend a longer time here than any other area in the world! The quaint beach town of Uvita and the lovely beaches of Playa Ballena, Playa Colonia, and Playa Hermosa are a 5 minute drive from your Casita. Dominical, the popular surf town with its funky bohemian beach bar vibe, is a 12 minute drive north. The local town of Uvita has a bus system that is clean, safe, and affordable. You can easily take day trips to Manual Antonio National Park, Sierpe, Jaco, or all the way to San Jose with no problem. You can also rent a car in Uvita if you want to explore the neighboring areas. Uvita is very centrally located so with a rental car you can do day trips to Manual Antonio, Ojochal, Domincal, Perez Zeldon, San Isidro, or even Sierpe or Corcovado National Park. In Uvita, you can also rent bicycles or scooters to enjoy exploring the town and beaches. We have a total of 5 different villas at our Riverfront Eco Lodge. Rent one or rent them all! Toucan & Macaw Villas La Rana(Frog) Deluxe Villa Tortuga & Sloth Premium Villas with private jacuzzis.