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Avo House • Sunset Terrace • A/C • near SJO
A peaceful villa near SJO Airport (20min), ideal as your first or last stop in Costa Rica or for exploring Poás, La Paz, and coffee farms. Avo House offers A/C, fast Wi-Fi, a kitchen, and a private sunset terrace with fruit trees, coffee plants, birds, and mountain air. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, small families, or remote workers seeking comfort, privacy, and a relaxing stay. The road is paved, no 4x4 is needed, and Uber works well. Gracia Verde is expanding; daytime work may occur.

Luxury Jungle Villa - Exquisite, Private, Serene
Located just one hour from San Jose airport, Chilanga Costa Rica is the perfect place to start or finish your vacation. Spend some time to slow down, unwind and reconnect with nature. Ceibo is our private, spacious luxury villa with double occupancy. We offer a swimming pool with incredible views, jungle yoga and 10 KM of walking trails. Super fast Starlink 250 Meg wifi allows you to "work from the jungle." Our cooks provide you with amazing meals made from local and farm ingredients. Visit!

Lux Stay Near SJO Airport | Pool, Firepit & Views
Welcome to San Cristóbal – Elegant Stay Near SJO Airport in Grecia, Costa Rica. Our goal is for you to feel the true “Pura Vida” experience from the moment you arrive. Perfectly located wether your final destination is Poás Volcano, La Fortuna, Jacó Beach, or simply relax and enjoy a peaceful retreat. Enjoy a private pool, fire pit, lush green surroundings, and a modern design. Ideal for couples, families, or groups seeking comfort, style, privacy, and a strategic location in Costa Rica.

Private Guesthouse w/ Covered Jacuzzi near Atenas
Welcome to La Buena Vida – your private escape in the hills of Atenas. 35 min. from SJO airport. This newly built, fully equipped guesthouse. Designed for comfort, relaxation, and privacy. An entire space to yourself, no shared areas. Step outside to your private backyard oasis, featuring a covered Jacuzzi, BBQ grill, and a charming gazebo - perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Surrounded by nature, you’ll enjoy fresh mountain air, exotic birds, and peaceful breezes year-round.

Nebulae Loft · Design Stay with Jacuzzi & Firepit
Nebulae Loft is a contemporary architecture and design experience, created for guests who want to stay in a space that feels different, comfortable, and full of character @ 20m from SJO airport. Surrounded by trees, the loft offers two BDs, two BRs, a living room, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outside, it features two balconies, a terrace with a firepit, a jacuzzi, and a BBQ area, ideal for enjoying and sharing. Events allowed with prior authorization. Special events at Nebulae/Laureal.

Armadillo Cabin at "Encuentro" (Meeting)
Located on the slopes of the Poás Volcano this property is surrounded by trees that create a natural barrier and make you feel immersed in the bird songs and howling wind. Perfect to rest, meditate or charge your body with natural energy. The house sleeps up to four people, great for families and couples. Located at 4km from Poás Volcano National Park. It is close to a variety of restaurants, grocery stores, gas station and souvenir shops. From the SJO Airport, it's a 40-minute drive.

the cabin & hiking
This place will take away your stress completely. After being there for a few days you will feel the power of the jungle. It is a paradise with spectacular views of the ocean and high virgin mountains, peace and serenity The place is accessed by a private street about 800 meters away from the nearest neighbor and we were lucky that some beautiful red macaws chose a tree on our property to make their home where you will have the experience of seeing how they feed their young

Balcony House
Off-grid cabin in Costa Rica mountaintop. Disconnect from it all in this unique, secluded, off-grid home with spectacular views of the Central Valley and 4 of its surrounding volcanoes. Just a 40 minute drive from SJO airport and on the way to some of the most famous beaches, you can experience beautiful hiking trails, bird watching and taking a dip in the private pool, all in the comfort of this cabin which is completely powered by solar energy and supplied by well water.

Canyon Casa: 15 mins to Escazu ! Super Private!
Canyon Casa is a bespoke contemporary and rustic Villa situated in the breathtaking mountainous terrain adjacent to the grand Rio Virilla, in the delightful municipality of Cuidad Colon. The break of dawn offers an enchanting experience as the sun's rays penetrate the open windows and the resonating sounds of the roaring river reverberate throughout the property. It is my firm belief that Canyon Casa is indisputably one of the most serene locations on the planet !

Tierra Vital Athens - Villa 2
Welcome to Tierra Vital, your mountain retreat. Relax in our pool, enjoy the jacuzzi with stunning views or experience the thrill of our flying net. Located just 35 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from downtown Athens, we offer tranquility and comfort in one place. Enjoy a walk to the beautiful nearby river, revitalize yourself with our yoga classes, or relax with a massage. Our ranch with BBQ is ideal for unforgettable moments in nature.

Private Oasis with Casita, Saltwater Pool.
Relax with family at this peaceful, new 4 bedroom luxury home with 2 acres and Ocean views. Spacious and comfortable design, saltwater pool, Casita. Tucked in the beautiful hills 31m from San Jose airport. 2 miles from San Mateo village with shops, restaurants, bakery, bank etc. Spectacular views of Nicoya Bay, the Blue Zone of Costa Rica. Near Alegria and Ecovilla communities with national parks and 4 great beaches within 1 hr drive. EV charger.

Nirvana House Close to the Airport and the Beaches
New house, in a beautiful area used for vacation country houses, is located just 35 minutes from the main beaches of the Pacific, excellent as a starting point to get to the different natural and ecological attractions. Air conditioning in all rooms, private pool, garage for up to 3 vehicles, electric fence around the perimeter and alarm, surveillance camera system, TV in all rooms, Netflix main TV, ranch with barbecue - green area
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- Jaco Beach
- Arenal Volcano
- Playa Blanca
- Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio
- Tambor Beach
- Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
- Los Delfines Golf and Country Club
- La Sabana Park
- La Fortuna Waterfall
- National Stadium of Costa Rica
- Parque Viva
- Playa Mal País
- Curú Wildlife Refuge
- Parque Diversiones
- Marina Pez Vela
- Cerro Pelado
- Poás Volcano National Park
- Kalambu Hot Springs
- Parque Nacional Braulio Carrillo
- University of Costa Rica
- Carara National Park
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