CoffeePlantation Villa, The Only One W Majestic Mountain AND Ocean Views & Tours

Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(191 Ratings)

Villa in San José Province

8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

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Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this villa rental

CASA LA FRONTERA DEL CIELO (The House Next To Heaven)

The Only One With Spectacular Views Of Mountains AND Pacific Ocean/Gulf of Nicoya

You will believe it only when you see it in person (as the photos posted here unfortunately do not do justice to the nearly 360 degrees of panoramas). This house sits standing watch at the top of a mountain, at an altitude of over 3200 feet, above the town of Atenas overlooking the great western valley that extends all the way to the Pacific Ocean. Located as it is at 'Heaven's doorstep', it has the most astonishing views found in Central America available right out of your living room, day or night. Not only can you see the Costa Rican lush (possessing all conceivable shades of green!) rainforest from most of the perimeter of the property, but can also take in the Pacific coast and ocean from your pool. Enjoy your very own private garden teeming with wildlife, vivid tropical flora and fruit trees including avocado, lemon, mango, banana, plantain, guava, coffee and other exotic delicacies. Watch and listen to the local wild birds as they sing and flit from tree to tree in the grove behind the house. (You'll be astounded at how close the little chicks get when they pay you a visit at the pool during one of Costa Rica's gentle rains.) Enjoy the soothing breezes from your hammock in the front of the house, or in the house’s unique reading room which allows you, while staying indoors, to enjoy the cross wind that comes up one side of the mountain and down the other. [National Geographic named Atenas as having the BEST climate in the world. Experience it for yourself!] And the vistas don’t quit. You can still drink them in during the unparalleled experience of your very own private 'jacuzzi with a view', or while bar-b-queuing or dining al fresco in the house’s veranda.

The house, which sleeps four to six people* (see below for details*), is itself an architectural marvel. The striking wrought iron winding staircase and railings naturally draw your eyes to the dramatic twenty-foot-high wood ceilings in the main house. The kitchen’s silver and gold-veined marble counters invite you to join your other guests to sit and share in a meal or cocktails. The open design of the reading room, with its large windows that make you feel like you are outside while still indoor, provides a road map to relaxation. Excellently appointed throughout, the house’s two bedrooms and three bathrooms are, likewise, marked by impressive attention to detail as evidenced by exquisite marble and wood finishes, and finely crafted furniture and fixtures.

**** We request that groups booking a stay at our property numbering over four individuals rent the casita in the back of the property in addition to the main house. Please note that access to the casita which you can see in some of the photos of the back of the property is NOT automatically granted to rentals of groups of four or less guests. The casita can be rented for a Flat Fee of $350.00 per booking - regardless of the length of stay. Groups numbering six or more guests are, without exceptions, required to rent the casita in addition to the main villa. ***

We suggest that our guests sample the following at least one evening during their stay with us: try the Jacuzzi while turning the outside lights off. On a cloudless night this will prove to be a truly transcendental experience. The beauty of the nighttime sky at our location on the mountaintop is striking. You will swear you can just stretch your hand and touch the ancient astronomers’ celestial sphere. (A sneak preview can be seen in one of our posted photos.) It’s one way to find out why we are named The House Next To Heaven.

A five minute drive to Atenas, but also, given its central location in the country, it is close to most of the main attractions in Costa Rica: including its volcanoes, butterfly gardens, rainforests equipped with canopy tours and zip lines waiting for you to explore them and, yes, it’s within driving distance of the famous Pacific coast beaches. Multiple tours in the area allow for boating, white water rafting, hiking, horseback riding, and so much more. For those seeking culture, Escazú (a sophisticated bilingual area of fabulous restaurants, stores, exclusive boutiques, English language bookstores and movies) is also a 45-minute drive away.

Explore Casa La Frontera del Cielo's location utilizing the interactive map application. Also, once you contact us, we will provide you with a link that will allow you to to see its close vicinity to all the local popular attractions!

You may also check out the interactive map on our Facebook page.
While there, view our slide show 'A Day at Casa La Frontera del Cielo'.

As an additional service to our house guests, we 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). We also provide car rentals and tours to all corners of the country, including the Poas and Arenal volcanoes, a 'crocodile tour' to Jaco, a tour to the La Paz Waterfall gardens, and tours custom made to our guests' requests throughout Costa Rica.

Your very own sanctum of peace in the middle of a rainforest paradise, the very next thing to being in Nirvana: Casa Frontera del Cielo, The House Next To Heaven …

* * * * * * - PLEASE NOTE - * * * * **

We can guarantee our guests absolute privacy during their stay as we DO NOT RENT INDIVIDUAL ROOMS, so there will NEVER be other guests sharing the property with you.

Many of the wonderful photos posted here were provided to us courtesy of BRIAN SCHNEBERK of Milton, Ontario


*** PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A WHOLE HOUSE RENTAL. WE DO NOT RENT INDIVIDUAL ROOMS (INCLUDING THE GUEST HOUSE/CASITA) INDEPENDENTLY OF THE WHOLE VILLA ***

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(191 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2024
It is a beautiful property with amazing views. Communication with the host for booking and the manager for access and tours was top-notch. The tour and transportation providers were outstanding. The property is fairly comfortable. No air conditioner was not a problem with the elevation and availability of fans. The kitchen was well equipped. Word of caution: The exterior tiles around the pool and hot tub are unsuitable for walking on while wet and very slick when dry. When wet, bring your ice skates. Use caution to avoid slipping and failing if walking on this damp tile. Ask me how I know. It was the rainy season for our visit. We used bath towels to create a path to the hot tub for traction.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Property managers Sandra and Klaas made sure our stay was perfect! They helped us with excellent restaurant recommendations, booking tours and even a private Chef! They met us in town and led us to this gorgeous property and insured we got settled in properly. The property was spotless, spacious and everything worked well. The view from the Hot Tub and Pool is unbelievable, photos could never do it justice. Beds are comfortable, lots of towels and a fully appointed kitchen. The central location between San Jose, Arenal Volcano and the Beaches was perfect for our day tours. Privacy and the climate here are unbeatable. The mansion is amazing and with the attention to detail and excellent communication from Sandra and Klaas the wonderful memories made during our stay will be unforgettable! We would definitely book here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Our Family of 5 loved staying here for our summer vacation. The views and relaxing atmosphere made our trip. We enjoyed relaxing in the pool, hot tub, hammocks, and taking in nature and the views. Sandra was wonderful at helping us plan our trip and communication before we arrived and Marco and Klaas were great at taking us on tours. We had them pick us up at the airport, and took advantage of the grocery delivery and meal service which made for a stress free arrival and start to our vacation. I would definitely recommend using them for transportation and tours. Our favorite was zip lining. We can’t wait to visit Costa Rica again. Thanks for a wonderful trip!
8.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
We had an amazing time and enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property. There were several things that needed updating but overall it was great.
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Our first trip to Costa Rica was unforgettable, thanks to Sandra and Marco. Traveling with our two teenagers (15 and 17), we weren't sure what to expect and felt a bit lost in a foreign country. However, Sandra, the property manager, provided outstanding communication, responding promptly and helpfully to our countless questions. Marco, our driver from the airport and to the Monkey Mangrove, was exceptional. Not only was he incredibly helpful, but he also arranged for a rental car to be delivered right to our house! The house itself was a paradise. The hot tub and pool were perfect, and we were amazed by the wildlife we saw right on the property. We had visits from toucans, pizotes, parrots (both blue and green), and even a family of monkeys in the treetops along the winding road we walked each morning (just a kilometer from the house). Having a fridge and stove was incredibly convenient. Each afternoon, when the rain came, we enjoyed the private hot tub and pool while watching the spectacular cloud display. Overall, this trip was pure joy, and we already miss Costa Rica!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
This property is just like the pictures show - absolutely stunning! The property managers were so helpful and kind. I highly recommend this location and if I were to go back, I would plan everything through Klaas’s and Sandra. They were amazing!!
6.0 / 10.0
May 2024
I preference by saying we throughly enjoyed our trip to Costa Rica. The house however is not as pictured, at least as far as the pool and hot tub are concerned. The pictures on this site were taken some time ago. The pool and hot tub are in need of repair. The pool used to be an infinity pool but is no longer. There are mostly missing tiles in the pool and hot tub and there is a ring of mold where the water rests. The hot tub takes 30-40 minutes to get hot but will eventually get up to hot tub temperature. We did not swim in the pool. I did notify the owner and he says he will make repairs to them in the off season. There is no air conditioning, which we were aware of but were assured the weather is Atenas is the best in the world. It is cool at night but very muggy. The air does not flow well in the master bedroom so we moved to the room with the double beds. It was cooler in there but as I mentioned still muggy leaving the pillows and bedding damp. If it rains and you have to close the windows it gets sticky and hot. There is a fan. There are bugs that will come in of course because it is a tropical area but you can’t close the windows because there is no air conditioning. Little tip: dryer sheets keep most of the bugs out. The view is stunning! Overall if the owner makes the repairs to the pool and adds a portable air unit to the master bedroom I would definitely return to this property! And Bunki Tours was amazing. Definitely use their services!
10.0 / 10.0
Apr 2024
The property is as described. Great view of the mountains and the Pacific Ocean (albeit far). The house was well stocked and had everything we needed. Sandra was very helpful and answered all our questions. We liked the location and enjoyed the local restaurants. They were all great. We enjoyed watching the parrots flying behind the house in the evenings. We loved our stay here.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in San José Province?

The average price for a rental in San José Province is $102 per night. This rental is $224 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at CoffeePlantation Villa, The Only One W Majestic Mountain AND Ocean Views & Tours. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at CoffeePlantation Villa, The Only One W Majestic Mountain AND Ocean Views & Tours. Enjoy the water!

Is CoffeePlantation Villa, The Only One W Majestic Mountain AND Ocean Views & Tours pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at CoffeePlantation Villa, The Only One W Majestic Mountain AND Ocean Views & Tours?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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