Enchanting Villa W/Large Pool, Lush Gardens, Great Views, & Total Privacy

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2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6557 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pool

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Atenas, 00000

Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita17 min drive
Parque Viva19 min drive
City Mall28 min drive
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Delightfully relaxing Balinese-inspired villa with three separate pavilions (living, primary bedroom, and guest bedroom) custom-designed to enjoy inside/outside living in your private oasis of sun, lush gardens, hummingbirds, butterflies, toucans, and sparkling pool waters.

Nestled high on a peaceful hilltop, the panoramic views are fantastic: to the northeast, the Atenas Valley with Póas, Barva and Irazú volcanoes in the background, to the southwest the Rio Grande Valley and to the east, the Central Valley. Ideally located in a gated eco-residential community, a thirty-minute drive from San Jose airport, this exquisitely crafted three-pavilion tropical hideaway is close to everything Costa Rica has to offer. Invite family and friends to enjoy the spacious pool and spa, lounge on the terrace with a good book, or surf the WiFi from the hammock.

Location: 26 miles northwest of San Jose; 15 miles west of the international airport and 43 miles northeast of Jaco Weather: Warm during the day; mild at night. The dry season runs from December through mid May. A stroll through the immaculate, palm-lined central park or lunch at one of the many typical small cafes serving local food in town awaits visitors to Atenas. Located on the Central Valley’s western edge, Atenas is a slice of quintessential small town Costa Rican life. With just 5,000 inhabitants (17,000 including the suburbs), Atenas is famous for having one of the best climates in the world, according to National Geographic. The words “El Mejor Clima del Mundo” are emblazoned on every Atenas bus; a valid claim as daily temperatures hover around 80 degrees and dip into the 60s at night. Temperatures: Daily averages 77 to 86 °F. Evenings vary from 62-70 °F. Altitude: 2600 feet above sea level.

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Property manager

Joe Rees

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please beware of Pool Safety

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Cancellation refund is contingent on the ability to rebook property.

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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Atenas

This villa is located in Atenas. Minas Del Aguacate and Grecia Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita and Zoo Ave. Else Kientzler Botanical Garden and Ojo de Agua Spa Park are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Atenas, 00000

What's nearby

Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita - 17 min drive
Parque Viva - 19 min drive
Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 27 min drive
City Mall - 28 min drive
Ojo de Agua Spa Park - 29 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio de Belen Station - 24 min drive
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

Chicharronera Don Yayo - 18 min walk
T!os Bar Y Restaurante - 3 min drive
El Balcón del Café - 10 min walk
La Trocha Del Boyero - 17 min walk
La Fiesta de las Pupusas - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Villa W/Large Pool, Lush Gardens, Great Views, & Total Privacy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

2 May 2024

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

Wonderful Villa

It’s true, the pictures do not do this justice! My husband and I spent 14 beautiful days at the Villa along with another couple. We were warmly greeted by the caretaker, Elias. If we needed anything, we communicated with him using WhatsApp. He even arranged for a Taxi to pick us up one evening so we could go out to dinner. (It gets dark at 6pm and we didn't want to drive knowing that we would be having cocktails with dinner). It felt like we were on our own private resort. Waking up to the birds singing in the morning and seeing beautiful sunrises was a highlight for me. We even saw Keel-Billed Toucans around the Villa. The pool and hot tub were also a hit. We rented a car (necessary if you plan on staying for a while). We ventured out to Manuel Antonio for the day but otherwise, we stuck to Atenas for groceries and an occasional breakfast or lunch out. We were perfectly happy cooking for ourselves. Everything about the Villa is well thought out. The kitchen has everything you could need! I would highly recommend renting this Villa and if we were ever to come back to Costa Rica again, this is the place to stay - no doubt about it.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine N.

16 Apr 2024

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

Amazing Property

I've been tracking Joe's Atenas property on VRBO for several years, always wondering if it was as fabulous as the pictures and reviews made it appear. It was everything and more! Exquisitely appointed yet perfectly comfortable, it was the ideal layout for our two couples/4 adults group. The woodwork is truly gorgeous, throughout so tastefully decorated and discreetly presented as a rental; every inch immaculate. It truly felt as if we were staying as personal guests. Elias was wonderfully helpful, too. A perfect place for the week. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing property!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Absolute 10/10! Gosh we cannot say enough great things about how stunning this property was. We stayed for 3 nights and wished we had stayed our whole week here! Elias was great at showing us around and helping us when our friends left important documents even after we had left. The neighborhood is well secured, it wasn’t too hard to navigate to get to. The driveway is very steep so I would recommend a decent vehicle but it’s worth it. There wasn’t AC but we didn’t need it with the windows open and the amazing weather in Atenas. The hot tub and pool were both great and well cleaned. Having a washer and dryer was great as well as all appliances and some small pantry goods like seasonings were provided which was a nice touch. The grounds are absolutely stunning and we all wished we lived here and would definitely return! Very worth the money and made for an incredible stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

4 Apr 2024

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

Palace in the hills

Perfect from start to finish. Great communication with the owner. The caretaker Elias is a gem. The property is meticulously cared for and very well appointed. The private lush grounds and the architecture/layout make this place special. Iguanas, leaf cutter ants, and views with high flying hawks abound. We had a great time here. Perfect for our first couple days in Costa Rica before traveling West.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

30 Mar 2024

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

Paradise in Costa Rica’s Blue Zone

This was our second stay as guests at Villa Tamarindo. The property is a beautifully gated, and private villa tucked away on a hill outside Atenas inside a gated community. It’s the definition of tranquility and Pura Vida. The living quarters are well furnished and very clean. The sleeping quarters are in two separate bungalows to provide additional privacy and luxury. We really enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi during our extended stays. Elias the property manager is kind and was always available and very responsive to our every needs. Atenas is a nice small town with a handful of nice restaurants and cafes. Highly recommend it. We will be back again!. Thank you for another fabulous stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Joe Rees

Hello! We're Nancy and Joe Rees... and we love Costa Rica. We recently built a beautiful house in Atenas. We're looking forward to retiring here, but until then we would love to share our peaceful retreat with you. Thanks for considering our house.

Why they chose this property

We built our home in central Costa Rica, near a small town called Atenas, for easy access to the international airport, wonderful climate, traditional Costa Rican culture, and its' strategic location, the perfect spot for exploring all the wonders Costa Rica has to offer.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy swimming in the pool, day trips to the beach, local restaurants, soaking in the outdoor jacuzzi, yoga, zip lining, napping in the hammock, hiking, bird watching, the local farmer's market, white water rafting ...and much, much, more.