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Atenas Birdlovers paradise - Amazing Mountain-Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC

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A heated pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62200 sq ft

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Atenas, Alajuela Province
  • Popular LocationParque Viva32 min drive
  • Popular LocationMultiplaza Mall Escazu39 min drive
  • Popular LocationCity Mall40 min drive
  • AirportPuntarenas (JAP-Chacarita)63 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Atenas Birdlovers paradise - Amazing Mountain-Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC

2+ BR, 2 1/2 BA Mountain and Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC units

Extra: also available a new additional self-sufficient casita.
Total sleeps main house: 4 adults and 2 children/teens; casita: 2 adults

The beauty of Casa de Las Aves is not simply that it is a wonderful gated vacation home, which it certainly is. The real charm is in how easily one is drawn to its outdoor living area. Whether your interest lies in dipping your toes in the crystal-clear pool, grilling a delicious lunch, or curling up with a good book, your satisfaction is assured. And what a view; 180 degrees of spectacular Costa Rican splendor with a sunrise that is beyond description.

Located just forty minutes from the International Airport in San Jose, forty-five minutes from Pacific beaches and within an hour of National Parks, coffee and chocolate tours and Poas Volcano make this the perfect base for an active vacation, with a little sun and sand thrown in just to smooth out the edges.

Casa de Las Aves is furnished with your comfort in mind. The two master suites are outfitted with luxurious king beds complete with outrageously comfortable American-style mattresses. Both masters have air conditioning, en-suite baths, and walk-in closets. There is also a bonus room with bunk beds in case your children are vacationing with you.

A lovely casita is situated on the property, just a short stroll from the main house, with its own kitchen, bath, and laundry, which is available to rent as an additional bedroom.
This makes the house and casita the perfect rental for three couples traveling together. The additional charge for the casita is $75 per night.

If you love to cook you will find everything you need in the chef’s kitchen with its granite countertops and luxury stainless appliances. Your gourmet dinners are bound to be a success. Dining can be quick on a stool at the kitchen counter, formal at the six-person indoor dining table, or al fresco on the patio. There is truly something for everyone!

The property is surrounded by incredible views and stunning nature with a large variety of full-grown native trees where tropical birds visit all the time. Toucans, Montezuma oropendola’s, Motmots, Amazon parrots, and more, are a common sight at Casa de Las Aves. Colorful flowery bushes are a great attraction to beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds and can be studied from close by. Casa de Las Aves is a true bird lovers’ gem, where you will wake up in the morning to the sounds of Nature, a great way to start a wonderful new day in paradise.

Inside the community, there are several nature walkways, wonderful to walk just from the house straight into nature. You can stroll down to a newly built communal rancho that has amazing views over the canyon. A super quiet place to relax and unwind. Bring your picnic basket for a wonderful lunch while gazing into infinity. Casa de las Aves has it all right here, no need to drive to a National Parc.

Our property managers, Aad and Marian Veltman, a multilingual (English-Dutch-Spanish-German) couple from The Netherlands, are ready to welcome you to Casa de Las Aves, and will do everything within their power to make your stay a great success. As an additional service to our house guests, they offer a fee-based airport pick-up and drop-off to help you avoid the potential hassles involved in the transitions into and out of your time in Costa Rica (something to particularly consider when you have night-time travel plans, but a nice comfort to have in any event). They also provide car rentals and tours to all corners of the country, including the Poas and Arenal volcanoes, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, a private Catamaran Sailing tour, a visit to an Organic Coffee farm, all kinds of adventurous activities, and tours custom made to our guests' requests throughout Costa Rica.

Everything is set up to your ease, from grocery service to have your fridge stocked with your favorite groceries upon arrival, or have a home-cooked meal ready for you on your arrival day, to a professional relaxing massage at the house. Our house managers are ready to serve.

Casa de Las Aves offers everything to make your Costa Rican adventure a memorable experience. A perfect place to be, and is waiting for you to spend your well-deserved vacation.

For guests that stay longer than 14 days, weekly cleaning is included, our wonderful housekeeper Isabel is a jewel.

Rates:
The standard rate is based on 2 people. Additional guests pay $15 per person per night extra. The casita can be rented together with the main house for $75 per night extra.


Check-in: between 3pm-11pm
Check-out: 11am

Property manager

Joan and Gary Randlett

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Spices

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

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

  • Multilingual staff
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Heated pool on site
  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Children are welcome

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 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 and 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 recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Atenas Birdlovers Paradise Incredible Mountain Valley Views

About the area

Escobal

Located in Escobal, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita and Zoo Ave. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Parque Viva - 32 min drive
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 39 min drive
  • City Mall - 40 min drive
  • Ojo de Agua Spa Park - 41 min drive
  • Plaza Real Cariari - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 60 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • El Balcón del Café - 14 min drive
  • El Café de la Casa - 13 min drive
  • Pizzeria La Finca - 13 min drive
  • Pizza 2000 - 13 min drive
  • Parrillada Androvetto - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Atenas Birdlovers paradise - Amazing Mountain-Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Atenas Birdlovers paradise - Amazing Mountain-Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Atenas Birdlovers paradise - Amazing Mountain-Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Atenas Birdlovers paradise - Amazing Mountain-Valley Views - Bedrooms with AC located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly holiday home is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Minas Del Aguacate and 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Aguacate Mines. Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita and Grecia Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rita S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful with an ever changing landscape
Well equipped and comfortable house. Property manager was quick to respond . Road getting to the house is in drastic need of repair. Would consider this house again for sure when the road is fixed.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty T., New Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful retreat
House was great... Concierge service was amazing, we used all aspects... They connected us with a realtor who as perfect for what we were doing. Next time we travel to Costa Rica, we will stay in one of their managed properties.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernest J., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent!
The place, the views, the service. All of it exceptional! Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ella Mae H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect piece of paradise!
After navigating heavy traffic, the tranquility of Atenas Birdlovers Paradise was a welcome haven at the end of the days' sightseeing. We spent a few days just relaxing and enjoying the well equipped house, wildlife, flowers and fantasic view. Marco was the perfect host making sure all details of our trip were carried out.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic vacation!
As always, Sandra, Marco and Klaas did a great job and took an amazing care of our group of 3. If you want stress free vacation, this is a way to do it. House was wonderful, great location in gated community, very private, super clean and cozy, great views of the mountains and forest. House looked smaller on the pictures so we were pleasantly surprised to see how large those bedrooms actually were, large bathrooms. Beautiful garden with flowers and hummingbirds. We discovered a few orange limes that we thought were mandarins (😆). We loved the patio and enjoyed glass of wine during few rainy evenings. Pool was nice. Washer and dryer in the house was a huge plus. Kitchen was very well equipped. We did a few tours to Poas, Waterfall garden, Mangrove Monkeys and ATV ride-- Marco was awesome guide. We had a great time! We highly recommend this wonderful house and managers to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly view
We enjoyed the house very much. Everything we needed was provided. Safe neighborhood with good security. We enjoyed the surrounding area and town; great restaurants too. We would definitely come back and highly recommend this property to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and very comfortable
The house is very comfortable and has gorgeous views. We really enjoyed the porch and pool for morning coffee and a glass of wine in the evening. With the help of my Merlin bird app I was able to hear lots of birds and identify them by sound. Some we could see, others kept themselves hidden. The property managers were very helpful although the directions to the house through Waze did not get us there and we had to meet Sandra in Atenas and follow her to the house. We had requested a pickup from the airport, but the information we were given does not state that they only pick up for evening flights. We were unaware there would be tolls on the road to Atenas, but luckily they take yankee dollars. A heads up to future guests, I am sure, would be appreciated. All in all it was an enjoyable trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Fantastic and nice location, with great service. We really enjoy our stay there for 4 nights and we will consider to stay there if we back in Atenas again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter k., Halifax, ns, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The house and grounds exceeded our expectations and the birds certainly did not disappoint. We were picked up in San Jose ahead of time and checked in early, which we greatly appreciated. While we were there we had a few problems but they were dealt with immediately, which was all we needed. I only hope that wherever we go next our rental will be half as good.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

kirk k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Fantastic trip. Marco and Sandra made the stay in this home a dream. Great home and great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022