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Cascada Verde in Uvita is an easily accessible waterfall. Drive towards Uvita and turn left on the road right before the first BM supermarket. Continue on the dirt road for a while until you see a sign for Cascada Verde. There is a small charge to get to these falls. Bring your lunch and drink. You might end up staying longer than you think!

Marina Pez Vela, just an hour away, is a world-class marina and vibrant destination in Quepos. Whether you're booking a fishing charter, enjoying oceanfront dining, or browsing boutique shops, it’s the perfect spot for a day trip. Don’t miss the sunset over the Pacific or the occasional live music and events along the boardwalk!\r\n\nNestled about 1¼\u202fhours from your villa, Sierpe Marina is the tranquil gateway to the wild wonders of the Osa Peninsula and the immense Térraba‑Sierpe mangrove reserve—the largest in Central America\r\n\nIf you're up for a beach launch, boat operators also operate from Uvita beach by Ballena / Whales Tale.

Manuel Antonio national park is good for a day trip. It's 45 minutes north towards Quepos. Take your crew up for lunch at the restaurant built out of an airplane and spend the afternoon on the beach where the waves are very tamed. Visit some art galleries.

Nauyaca Falls is beautiful but it’s hard to get to. The most common way is to go on horses. We can arrange for a local family that has a farm and gives horseback tours to Nauyaca with meals.

Selva Escondida is conveniently located by world-class paragliding site and tandem flights are available through reputable local professionals.

Selva Escondida has an average rainfall of 4,000-5,000 mm (157-197 inches), concentrated during the rainy seasons from mid-May through late-November. Selva Escondida has steep terrain. The combination of these two facts means there are many water ways including some small waterfalls and canyoning too.

Discover Osa Canopy Tour, nestled in a private rainforest reserve just off the Costanera Sur. Thrill-seekers will zip along 7 cables (including one epic 1.1\u202fkm line), navigate 13 platforms, descend 3 rappels, and cross 2 hanging bridges—all with expert bilingual guides, safety gear, and fresh fruit snacks included. Wildlife lovers get the bonus of spotting monkeys, sloths, birds, frogs, and more through lush primary forest.

Located about an hour from Selva Escondida, Osa Canopy Tour is ideal for day trips. With two daily departures (around 8\u202fAM and 1\u202fPM) and a tour duration of 2–3\u202fhours (or up to 4\u202fhours including ascent/descent), it offers flexibility to fit any schedule.

Whether you're craving adrenaline or peaceful canopy views, this adventure delivers both—perfectly blending safety, stunning scenery, and unforgettable memories.

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• Sunrise walk on concrete roads in flip flops with you cup of coffee in hands
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• Moderate 30 minutes hike up to the Mirador lookout
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• Advance 90 minutes hike to the Mirador and to Cascada Sofia
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• CamelBak/hydration pack/water bottle
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• Good cotton socks
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• Hat
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• Light long pants
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• Short sleeve shirts that won't catch on branches.
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• Sunglasses (you don't need them for the Mirador & Cascada Sofia as you will be in the jungle)
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The Main House has a smart TV, fiber optic internet, a full modern kitchen, swimming pool, gas grill and 4 bedrooms each with their own full bathroom.

Spacious driveway\r\n\nCovered space can park two cars

5 minutes drive from our front gate, is the closer beach to our property. It's a long open beach with surfable waves. The community raised money every year to fund the lifeguards for the beach.

It is possible to request for breakfast services on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.\r\n\nDesayuno typico\r\n\nEmpenadas con pollo\r\n\nPlatano con queso\r\n\nPatacones

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• Tuesdays from 8am to 1pm, Feria Tinamastes
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• Wednesdays from 8am to 2pm, El Mercado de Bahía Ballena
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• Fridays from 8.30am to 1.30pm, Eco Feria Dominical
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• Saturdays from 8am to 1pm, El Mercado de Bahía Ballena
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• Rash guard
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• Beach mat
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• Beach bag
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• Swimmer's ear drop (to prevent ear infection)
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• Cooler bag, etc...
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15 minutes north, has bigger waves and a decent beach scene with restaurants. You'll also find a small supermarket, bank with ATM, surf shops, etc.

Set over a water stream, El Manu was originally a restaurant known for its great food and one of the first places to have electricity in the area leveraging hydroelectricity. The space has been preserved and includes teak floor harvested onsite within Selva Escondida, reptile statues in the flowing water beneath El Manu. The rainforest immersion hovering above flowing water is ideal for yoga and meditation. Two plexiglass panels on the floor allows you to look down upon a flowing stream below.\r\n\r\nIt is very common to find blue morphos here in the morning, and is a stunning place during the raining season.

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• Rain boots or hiking shoes
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• Socks
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• Light long-sleeve shirts
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• Light long pants
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• Camelback or backpack with water bottle
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• Energy bars
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• Hat
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It is simple to request for extra housekeeping services

Villa Chill's Main House has an open floor plan in the kitchen, living room and dining room.

10 minutes north, is a very scenic small beach with waves crashing on rock formations on the beach. We love to take walks there with the kids and collect seashells.

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• Dominical
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• Uvita Center (limited parking)
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• Uvita (large parking area)
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Hiring a chef can be quite expensive in the area. We know a local chef that cooks Tico meals. It is best to make reservations as early as possible.

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• Car seat
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• Pack & play
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• Baby monitor
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• Hat
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• Sunblock
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• Rash guard
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• Insect repellant
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• Favorite snacks
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• Swim goggles
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• Toys for the pool
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• Swimmer's ear drop (to prevent ear infection)
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Fruit vendors have the best selection of fruits and are cheaper. There is one on the left side of the road as you are driving towards Uvita.

Fully equipped kitchen\r\n\nLaundry room

King size bed\r\n\nPrivate bathroom

The two-story Studio serves many purposes.

The lower floor is a workshop studio with tools, a kitchen, tables, storage and restroom. This is where our staff hangs out.

The upper floor has a bedroom that can sleep 3-4 people and a large terrace that's been used for wedding dinners, yoga classes or as office space. It has sweeping views of the orchard and Pacific Ocean and internet connection.

The second floor can be rented out for retreat organizers or private chef who is looking for additional privacy.

King size bed\r\n\nPrivate bathroom

Two double size beds\r\n\nPrivate bathroom

One single bed and one bunk bed that has a single on top and queen at the bottom\r\n\nThis room sleeps 3-4 people\r\n\nPrivate bathroom

Dining table can seat comfortably 10 people

There is a little fish stand in Dominicalito, located in the parking lot of La Macha restaurant, right across from the La Parcela restaurant’s entrance.

Howler monkeys live on our property. They travel around eating fruits and nuts from the trees. They\xa0travel in groups of 6 to 15 animals and during the right season pass through the trees near our house. Group males generally howl at dawn and dusk.

Give us a list of grocery and it will be there as you arrive at Villa Chill. Each trip to the supermarket is $30.

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• For immediate consultation call Dr. Mauricio Esquivel who is in Uvita and speaks English. His clinic is located above the second BM Supermarket in Uvita. Tel. 2743-8595, Cell. 8839-4492
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• Farmacia Ibarra is located at the Dome Plaza in Uvita. It’s open Monday to\xa0Saturday 8am to 7pm\xa0and closed on Sunday. Tel.\xa02743-8558
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• For more serious injuries, go to Clinica de Urgencias San Isidro, 45 minutes away. Tel.\xa02772-7070 or 2772-6045
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• Hospital De Osa is in\xa0Cortés, 45 minutes south on Costanera Sur Highway.\xa0Tel.\xa02786-8097 or 2786-8197
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Patio table can seat comfortably 10 people

Sloths are very difficult to spot. They are slow, quiet and very well camouflaged. This one was found on our property.

King size bed + walk in closet + private bathroom

Mountain and ocean view from the master bed

Queen size bed +\xa0private bathroom

Queen size bed + private bathroom

Two double size beds + private bathroom

The swimming pool has two levels - 1 foot deep and 5 feet deep. The shallow level is great for laying or sitting in on a hot day or for toddlers to learn to swim!\xa0 The views from the pool stunning overlooking the orchard and the Pacific Ocean.