Alluring Paradise in the Mountains of Atenas

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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 63500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Pet friendly

Breakfast available

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Atenas, Alajuela Province

Parque Viva30 min drive
San Ramon Nonato Church34 min drive
City Mall38 min drive
Puntarenas (JAP-Chacarita)85 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Foyer

Soap · Toilet

Main

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Hidden Paradise located on 3.5 private fenced acres (1.4 Ha) of tropical gardens surrounded by coffee estates at an elevation of 3000 ft (1000 m) above sea level. Open concept, high ceiling 3 bedroom home only a 7 minute drive west of central Atenas, a municipality featured in National Geographic as having the best climate in the world. The property endowed with breathtaking views is located on a ridge line within a gated community . Bilingual owner or assistant to help you. Immerse yourself in the peace and tranquility that abounds on our property. Let your senses enjoy the fresh mountain air, beautiful scenery and greenery. Maybe you will catch a glimpse of a Toucan or the nocturnal Cuyeo. More wildlife can be seen from our terrace. Enjoy the tropical fruits grown on the property including citrus, banana, mango, papaya, and plantain. We are currently preparing an environmentally sustainable organic garden with composter which will soon be ready for harvesting. Reacquaint yourself with nature, more so during these unforeseen and stressful times.

Property manager

David

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot Tub

Breakfast included

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Infants and children allowed if supervised

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 55 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Please ask if your pet meets our criteria.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Mercedes

Located in Mercedes, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Aguacate Mines and Rock Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Minas Del Aguacate and Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Guillermo Vargas Roldan Stadium, or consider a night out at Parque Viva. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Atenas, Alajuela Province

What's nearby

Parque Viva - 30 min drive
San Ramon Nonato Church - 34 min drive
Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 37 min drive
City Mall - 38 min drive
Ojo de Agua Spa Park - 39 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio de Belen Station - 57 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

Bar Tucson Arizona - 15 min drive
La Casita del Café - 8 min drive
T!os Bar Y Restaurante - 12 min drive
El Balcón del Café - 10 min drive
La Candelaria Bar & Rest. - 21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Alluring Paradise in the Mountains of Atenas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Alluring Paradise in the Mountains of Atenas pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Alluring Paradise in the Mountains of Atenas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alluring Paradise in the Mountains of Atenas?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is Alluring Paradise in the Mountains of Atenas located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Minas Del Aguacate, Aguacate Mines, and Palmares Church. Rock Bridge is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) away.

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

ian c.

Aug 23, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING!!!!

THE HOUSE, PROPERTY AND EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS BEAUTIFUL PARADISE WAS AMAZING...DAVID AND SHANNON BOTH WAS THERE IF WE NEEDED ANYTHING AT ANYTIME AND AS FOR DAVIDS RESTAURANT THE FOOD WAS A+... I HAVE BEEN COMING TO COSTA RICA FOR 15 YEARS AND FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS EVERY OTHER MONTH I CAN PROMISE THIS IS MY NEW PLACE TO STAY..... THANK YOU DAVID FOR EVERYTHING AND SEE YOU SOON....

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Jun 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing! Do not miss this house!

Our family of 4 made our second trip to the Atenas area to celebrate our daughter's college graduation. We have rented through VRBO multiple times. This is one of our favorites. David is so easy to work with & accessible for questions (via WhatsApp). The property is beautifully maintained and updated, & has the added security of being behind several gated entrances (one to the entire area/one to the actual property). My daughter (25yrs) had her own private area on the lower level next to the pool. My husband, 17-yr old son and I shared the main upper space. The house is just as pictured. Read the description carefully; there is no reason for you to be surprised that the homeowner also lives on the property. We saw him exactly two times, once while he was checking us in (giving a short tour, handing over keys, etc.) & one other time when he was walking from his residence to his car. One other delightful thing about this VRBO that we hadn't experienced in any other VRBO situations was that we had almost zero requirements on us before we left the property at the end of our stay. Although we did start the dishwasher, take out the trash, composting and recycling, it wasn't required. David said, "the housekeeper comes on Monday," & didn't ask anything of us. The setting: May I PLEASE go back, tomorrow?!? I spent hours each morning on the covered deck listening to birds, watching birds and iguanas, and enjoying the fresh mango my husband picked on the property. RENT. THIS. HOUSE.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Risa M.

May 24, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to see it all.

The house was perfect for my family of 5. The location was within 1.5-2 hours of the beach, volcanos and San Jose. The town is small but had a good grocery and restaurants. We had two fabulous meals at David's, the home owners, restaurant. We had fresh mangos everyday from the trees on the property. I would recommend staying in this idyllic home with a beautiful view.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

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Apr 6, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Horrible Host

The host cancelled our reservation the day we were to arrive. I begged him to help us since we did not have a place to stay. He would not return my messages or help us in anyway. We were in a foreign country with no where to go. I did not know paid reservations could be cancelled. What a nightmare. We may never use Vrbo again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

deborah w.

Feb 2, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Amazing Costa Rican Vacay

We booked our stay for a month to celebrate my husbands retirement. Our stay was marvelous. David is a wonderful host. He lives on the property and was so responsive to our needs. He introduced us to his friend, Tom, that provided our transportation. Everything was as smooth as glass. The house exceeded our expectation and was beyond comfortable for our needs. His care for the property is made even better by his attention to details. Until next time.... we will remember fondly our time in Costa Rica. Also, David has an amazing restaurant which we frequented often to the pleasure of our taste buds.

Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2023