Finca Viva
Private Jungle Oasis
Jungle Sanctuary…
Finca Viva is a 20 acre secluded jungle sanctuary set within and surrounded by thousands of acres of protected coastal rainforest above Uvita. Panoramic, immersive, and deeply quiet, it offers the rare feeling of living inside the jungle itself — while enjoying the comfort, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design of a refined tropical home.
Perched at approximately 400 meters above sea level, the property enjoys pleasantly warm days and cooler evenings that keep the climate comfortable year-round. While only about 15 minutes from Uvita and all of its amenities, Finca Viva sits above the heavier coastal humidity and heat, offering the best of both worlds — close to town when you want it, and refreshingly cool, quiet, and peaceful when you return home. Sweeping mountain and valley views stretch in every direction.
Designed to Breathe
The residence is a beautifully crafted bamboo jungle home, architecturally designed with a passive airflow and ventilation system that naturally cools the house, eliminating the need for air conditioning. Open spaces and high ceilings allow air to move gently through the home, creating a naturally comfortable environment day and night, while ceiling fans and cooler evening temperatures make sleeping effortless.
Water at Finca Viva comes from a gravity-fed natural spring, drawing crystal-clear mountain water from the quebrada on the hillside and flowing directly through the home — an experience that feels as pure and alive as the surrounding forest.
Jungle Rhythm
Each day begins with mist rising through the canopy, toucans calling in the distance, and howler monkeys announcing the morning. As the hours pass, the soundtrack of the jungle evolves — from daytime birds and insects to the hypnotic chorus of frogs and night creatures after dark. It is living, breathing music.
Just a short walk away, guests can access a nearby river with waterfalls and swimming holes, perfect for cooling off, exploring, and reconnecting with nature.
Living Abundance
For those who have ever dreamed of creating a regenerative, polyculture or permaculture jungle farm in Costa Rica, Finca Viva offers a living glimpse into that possibility. The land features seasonal fruit trees, food forests, and diverse plantings woven into the surrounding jungle.
Whatever is in season, our caretaker Rolbin ensures guests experience the abundance of the land through fresh fruit and harvests. Two on-site ponds include a tilapia fishing pond and a second pond with exotic native fish species, giving guests the opportunity to catch their own fish and prepare it over fire.
Gather & Unwind
At the heart of the home, an open kitchen with a large granite island becomes a natural gathering place for cooking, conversation, and connection. Steps away, a 12m x 6m jungle-framed swimming pool is complemented by loungers, an outdoor shower, and shaded seating.
A nearby rancho with wood floors offers space for outdoor dining, yoga, stretching, or meditation, while an Argentine-style parrilla invites slow evenings around fire and food.
Easy Access
Finca Viva feels like a luxury jungle cabin — raw, immersive, and alive — yet with excellent road access and only about 15 minutes from Uvita, where guests will find restaurants, shopping, pharmacies, beaches, tours, and all essential amenities.
Grocery and organic farm deliveries can be arranged, and strong fiber-optic internet makes the property ideal for extended stays or remote work. Your hosts, Christoph and Erika, are always happy to share trusted local connections, recommendations, and can assist with arranging private in-house catering if desired
Exploring The Southern Pacific
Minutes away, Marino Ballena National Park protects wide stretches of coastline and the iconic Whale’s Tail, revealed at low tide. Beach walks, swimming, tide pools, and seasonal whale and dolphin migrations define the coastal rhythm here. Nearby beaches expand the experience, from the wild openness of Playa Hermosa to the calm, working shoreline of Playa Dominicalito, and the surf-driven energy of Dominical.
Just below the property, the Río Morete winds through the valley, creating clear freshwater pools, shaded riverbanks, and small waterfalls that feel quintessentially Costa Rican. These river corridors also support abundant birdlife and wildlife—riparian edges attract toucans, flycatchers, kingfishers, and seasonal migrants, while monkeys and other mammals move between forest patches along the water.
Birding and wildlife observation are woven through every layer of the landscape. The Southern Pacific supports resident and migratory species across coastal, riverine, and forest habitats, making encounters feel natural rather than staged. In addition to regional birding areas, private guiding and birding experiences are available directly on the Finca, offering guests intimate access to trails, forest edges, and habitat transitions without leaving the property.
Private bird tour with local breakfast included – Samantha (+506 8412 7235)
Catering Service and private driver – Manrique (+506 8664 8283)
Inshore and nearshore fishing can be arranged from Dominicalito, while offshore fishing excursions are available from Sierpe, approximately 1.5 hours away, providing access to deeper Pacific waters. Day trips into the mountains above the property lead to local coffee farms, where cooler temperatures, rich soils, and traditional methods reveal the agricultural heritage of the region.
Inshore Fishing/Dominical – Isidro (+506 8591 5952)
Offshore fishing, Mangrove or Snorkeling Sierpe – Estaban (+506 8620 5250)
Uvita provides a relaxed town center with organic markets, cafés, bakeries, surf shops, and daily essentials, while nearby Ojochal adds a strong culinary scene and an easygoing international character.