Title: Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635974498174&destination=Concepcion%2C+Alajuela+Province%2C+Costa+Rica&selected=91258554&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse ## Photo gallery for Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse ![Outdoor dining - Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse (Atenas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258600/91258554/5318b455.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse (Atenas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258600/91258554/99b0b4df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse (Atenas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258600/91258554/1e7dda77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse (Atenas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258600/91258554/07a8feba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse (Atenas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91260000/91258600/91258554/fc5c21a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to La Buena Vida, a serene guesthouse in a safe closed community. Take in the beautiful sunsets and enjoy nature from your own elevated gazebo or unwind with a soak in the Jacuzzi. With easy access to nearby nature trails and Atenas just 5 minutes away, this haven offers relaxation and adventure. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Barbecue grill - Mountain view £114 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse Bienvenidos a "La Buena Vida" . Our newly developed guesthouse is a beautiful, comfortable, and relaxing space. The house offers complete privacy, with no shared spaces except the gate entrance. It has a beautiful backyard with a Jacuzzi and a Gazebo for a great relaxing time. Enjoy nature and magical sunsets. Lots of birds, clean air, and a lovely breeze. We are located in a safe closed community, 5 min. drive from Atenas and 35 min. from the airport. • The drive to your guesthouse is very easy on paved roads. Atenas is even reachable on foot, taking about 40 minutes to walk into town (steep but not overly challenging!). • Enjoy your own elevated beautiful gazebo and hot tub. There is a barbecue, a table that seats six, a sofa, and a hammock chair, providing lots of ways to enjoy the outdoors. • There is parking available for up to two cars. • You’ll enjoy easy access to nearby nature trails to enjoy all the beauty of Costa Rica. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Concepcion, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Minas Del Aguacate and Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grecia Park and Los Chorros Municipal Recreative Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Parque Viva, or consider a night out at Villa Amphitheater. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Experience "La Buena Vida" Peace, beauty, comfort in our private guesthouse Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Josh J. 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location! Beautiful property. Very friendly hosts. The you tube is a nice bonus. ##### Josh J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl W. 25 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay - repeat visit Raquel & Boaz are great hosts. The location is very convenient and you can walk into town (sidewalk most of the way). Clean and comfortable accommodations and a well-stocked kitchen if you prefer to prepare meals. Highly recommended. ##### Karl W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### jane s. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous visit I stayed for two weeks. Initially I thought perhaps it might be too long but it was perfect. The guest house is well equipped and very comfortable. Although the property is shared with the hosts it is very private, separated by hedges and trees, and quiet. My hosts were wonderful, welcoming, thoughtful and interesting. I enjoyed the proximity to Atenas, easily walkable if you don’t mind a bit of uphill, for shopping and eating. I plan to return. ##### jane s. Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### alex 14 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy Quiet ,safe, beautiful property ##### alex Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl W. 18 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Atenas Lovely stay in a spacious casita. Hosts were welcoming, friendly and helpful while respecting privacy. Kitchen was clean and had everything needed to prepare some meals. Beds were comfortable. Restaurants and shops in Atenas are just minutes away. Views from the property are lovely, and we even saw toucans in the trees. Highly recommended! ##### Karl W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa B. 10 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The home was well done and the bed was comfortable. We had all that we needed and what we didn’t could be obtained at the local stores. Raquel is the absolute BEST! She was very responsive to our communications and answered a lot of our questions. AND she has chickens and gave us some eggs for some breakfasts ##### Lisa B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ---