Title: A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi. ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48540800/48540778/7fd13938.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48540800/48540778/00eb3a20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48540800/48540778/fdf0efb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48540800/48540778/b0a5f413.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48540800/48540778/04ab4216.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 0 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41615 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Dryer - Breakfast available - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi. Casa Sofia is a new modern house on a family coffee farm. Located atop a majestic village in the midst of the mountains. Take in Costa Rican culture while relaxing in a newly built cottage located on a working coffee farm. Enjoy peaceful days surrounded by stunning views. This vacation property is perfect for the active adventurer or avid relaxer. Enjoy your vacation taking in surrounding attractions such as the Lankester gardens, Irazu Volcano, the National Park of Tapanti, and the historic city of Orosi to name a few. The property is 7km from Cartago which was once the capital city of Costa Rica. Take in a typical Costa Rican city complete with Markets, Churches and bustling activity and then retreat to your Oasis in the mountains. This property has to be experienced to truly appreciate the beauty of Costa Rican nature. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,615 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Casa Sofia A House in a Farm. A Treasure Near Orosi Casa Sofia A house in a farm. A Gem Close to Orosi. Casa Sofia A house in a farm. A treasure near Orosi. Casa Sofia , A house in a farm. A Gem Close to Orosi. Orosi ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.81421%2C-83.87370&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FwWKmE48nj1axF-eHRvim53BxS8=) Navarro, Cartago #### What's nearby - Iglesia de San José Orosi - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles - Lankester Botanical Garden - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles - Lankester Gardens - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles - Ruins of Ujarras - 15 min drive - 5.3 miles - Our Lady of the Angels Basilica - 15 min drive - 5.5 miles #### Getting around - San Jose Curridabat Station - 34 min drive - San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 80 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Heladería y Cafetería Oasis - ‬12 min drive - ‪Nono Coffee & Garden - ‬11 min drive - ‪Paku's Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Taberna del Capitán - ‬9 min drive - ‪Bar Rest. Alberto's - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi. located? > Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Lankester Botanical Garden and within 6 miles (10 km) of Iglesia de San José Orosi and Museo de San José Orosi. Lankester Gardens and Mirador Orosi are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A home with beautiful mountain views. A Gem Close to Orosi. Reviews 10 ### 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 12 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick C. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another Return Visit Always a pleasure to return here because you know the facilities, vistas, and management will be of the highest possible quality and you are guaranteed a perfect visit every time. ##### Rick C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Z. 19 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home in a wonderful part of Costa Rica This house is amazing. The house itself is beautiful, and the setting and views are breathtaking. And this part of Costa Rica, Orosi to be specific, is a gem. I hope to return to this house someday. ##### Jennifer Z. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### F&J Z. 28 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful mountain view Relaxing and comfortable stay. Good communication from host. Be sure to follow the directions when driving to the house. Breakfast was delicious! We loved waking up with the birds in the morning! ##### F&J Z. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill D. 7 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing view We stayed at this place for 3 days. The house is beautifully laid out to take in the picturesque landscape and the view was amazing. Vera and George very welcoming and attentive to everything we needed. ##### Bill D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### iain c. 14 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A perfect weekend in the mountains. Works can not describe how spectacular the view is from the house. The house is very comfortable and well situated. Our hostess went out of her way to make sure we had everything we need. I highly recommend ordering breakfast one day. We wish we could of stayed longer. ##### iain c. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil P. 1 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bird watching paradise We stayed for two nights and got up early each day to look at the birds. The location is beautiful, the views over the surrounding hills are amazing, and you can watch the parrots fly along the valley. The house has large picture windows and you can see the lights of Orosi in the valley in the evening. The house is bright and colorfully decorated and the kitchen has electric kettle, coffee maker, microwave, stove etc. and pots and pans if you want to cook (we ate out at Paraiso, about 15 minutes away).We did order the breakfast and the Tico breakfast was so huge that we saved some leftovers in the fridge for lunch. We cannot say enough nice things about this place. ##### Neil P. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Giovanna F. 1 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning View Peaceful Setting There will not be enough beautiful things to say about Casa Sofia. The location is incredible. Situated on a rural farm 5 minutes from a major city – yet the mountain views and quiet setting make it feel like you are far from the hustle. Vera, the property owner, is kind and friendly and check-in/check-out were easy and seamless. Her home is beautiful – well equipped kitchen and lovely bathroom with natural light in the shower. There are mountain views from every room in the house. The high ceilings make it feel even more open to the outdoors. We visited Cachi Dam and Irazú Volcano – both worth seeing. Tip: buy tickets on-line for Irazú Volcano. We stayed 5 nights and wish we had stayed longer. Thank you Vera for sharing your home. We hope to return. ##### Giovanna F. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy H. 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful, relaxing stay! Wow! What an absolutely perfect place to stay in the Orosi/Cartago area. The place was immaculately clean. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was fully stocked for cooking. The view was INCREDIBLE!! The entire vibe of the place was unmatched by any other place I’ve stayed in Costa Rica. I will be back…SOON! We also enjoyed 90 minute massages by Mila. The caretaker Merari was so welcoming and lovely! Thank you, Vera, for sharing your home in paradise with us. ##### Cindy H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert F. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Sofia is a wonderful property Casa Sofia is a modern well appointed property that sits just below the crest of a hill. The views the southeast and south are absolutely stunning especially just after sunrise and approaching sunset. The mountains across the valley are lush and unspoiled. Photos really can’t do justice to the actual views from the property. The open concept living room, dining area and kitchen are good sized and four adults will not feel cramped. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking. If you are going to cook, we recommend the Walmart in Cartago for staples and the Saturday farmers market in Paraiso for fresh fruits and vegetables. The beds are very comfortable and there is plenty of storage space if you plan to stay for more than a few days. Onsite washer and dryer worked nicely for us. The owner, Vera, was on the property while we were there. She and her staff were extremely responsive to our communications - either in person or via messaging. We highly recommend a stay at Casa Sofia. ##### Robert F. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Klaus H. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tolle Aussicht Wir waren mit allem sehr zufrieden und können diese Unterkunft wärmstens empfehlen. ##### Klaus H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jim D. 25 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely quite stay Pictures don't do it justice! Fabulous views out every window. Calm and inviting decor, well appointed kitchen, cool nature-infused bathroom with a rain shower head. Vera can arrange massage, meal prep and other amenities. She was so helpful with suggestions of where to eat and what to do. Close to town but felt a world away. It was one of the nicest places we have ever stayed! We would definitely return to Casa Sofia. ##### Jim D. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick C. 19 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Splendid Stay If there is a perfect VRBO house, this is it. All details executed beautifully from architecture to management before even mentioning the exquisite location and vistas over the valley. Really appreciated the lovely fresh flower arrangement too. Highly recommend! ##### Rick C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Aliafzal B. 30 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breathtaking views The villa is located high up in the mountains and the views from there are unbelievable. The property was beautiful and the owner and property manager were very prompt and helpful. Overall it was a great experience. ##### Aliafzal B. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Manhattan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manhattan-New-York-Hotels.0-n129440-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Villa Lapas Jungle Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaco-Hotels-Villa-Lapas-Jungle-Village.h1330482.Hotel-Information) > > [Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Samara-Hotels-Azura-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h20586535.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Puerto Rico Island](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Rico-Island-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d180021-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Koora Hotel by Sandglass](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Hotel-Aguti-Lodge-Reserve.h33594530.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Hotels in Derby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Derby-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d7573-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Tamarindo Diria Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Hotel-Tamarindo-Diria-Beach-Resort.h1108151.Hotel-Information) > > [Makanda by the Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Makanda-By-The-Sea.h2328562.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penas-Blancas-Hotels-Heliconias-Nature-Lodge.h8386216.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Ramsgate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ramsgate-Hotels.d5663.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Casa Luna Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Casa-Luna-Hotel-Spa.h2305532.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Belmar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Hotel-Belmar.h37178213.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Corcovado Jungle Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drake-Bay-Hotels-Casa-Corcovado-Jungle-Lodge.h19460167.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Tamarindo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Wyndham-Tamarindo.h10356916.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Mombasa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Mombasa-Hotels.s50-0-d6143873.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Jardín del Edén Boutique Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tamarindo-Hotels-Jardin-Del-Eden-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h2818928.Hotel-Information) > > [Thistle London Bloomsbury Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Thistle-Bloomsbury-Park.h5118.Hotel-Information) > > [Poas Volcano Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vara-Blanca-Hotels-Poas-Volcano-Lodge.h5259118.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Observatory-Lodge-Spa.h11820519.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Magic-Mountain-SPA-Conference-Center.h1636277.Hotel-Information) > > [Cloud Forest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Monteverde-Cloud-Forest-Lodge.h2050850.Hotel-Information) > > [El Remanso Rainforest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-El-Remanso-Lodge.h11640675.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Wimbledon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wimbledon-London-Hotels.0-n179539-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Edinburgh (EDI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/edi/manchester-to-edinburgh) ### Activities > [Things to do in Warrington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Warrington.d5462.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [New South Wales Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-South-Wales.d11165.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Poland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/ski-holidays/146/Poland) ### General > [Visit Leicester City Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Leicester-City-Centre.dx553248635810423659)