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Terrace/patio
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 124000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Alajuela, Alajuela Province
  • Juan Santamaría Park
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk
  • San Antonio de Belen Station
    17 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    7 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Alajuela

With a stay at this vacation home in Alajuela (Carmen), you'll be steps from Central Park and Juan Santamaría Park. .This vacation home is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Sabana Park and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Multiplaza Mall Escazu.
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What's nearby

  • Juan Santamaría Park - 1 min walk
  • Alajuela Cathedral - 2 min walk
  • Central Market Alajuela - 3 min walk
  • Estadio Alejandro Morera Soto - 14 min walk
  • City Mall - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 17 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Hendija Sabrosa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Tortilleria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trigo Miel - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Views from Coffee Country: 25 min to SJO

Summary:
Nestled in the heart of coffee country, Casa Cerro Verde offers a unique mountain experience with stunning views and activities in abundance nearby. Sip local coffee on the patio. Enjoy a hot tub soak overlooking the twinkling lights of the Central Valley. Less than 30 minutes from downtown San Jose, we are located on the route to Poas Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, coffee plantation tours – including the new Starbucks sustainable coffee farm - and the closest beaches are 75 minutes away.

The Space:
Casa Cerro Verde features: Main House: 4 Bedrooms, 3 with Queen beds and 1 with Twin Bunk Beds. Each bedroom has its own Full Bathroom with Shower, plus a 1/2 bath off the Living Room.

Main area features fireplace, 64-inch flat screen, cable, telephone, free WiFi, outdoor patio, Yoga deck, chef upon request, and tour information and reservations available. Yoga and Meditation Mats available and massage can be arranged with notice.

Just outside the front door are 2 independent Studio Apartments (Cabinas), each with 1 Queen Bed, Full Bathroom, Living Area and Kitchenettes with Mini Refrigerators. These Studio Apartments each have a front sitting area with amazing views of the twinkling lights of the city below.

The 4-Person Hot Tub allows you to soak in the cool mountain air and have magnificent views of the Central Valley.

We follow Airbnb’s enhanced cleaning protocol, which was developed with expert guidance. Here are a few highlights:

I sanitize high-touch surfaces, down to the doorknob
I use cleaners and disinfectants approved by global health agencies, and I wear protective gear to help prevent cross-contamination
I clean each room using extensive cleaning checklists
I provide extra cleaning supplies, so you can clean as you stay
I comply with local laws, including any additional safety or cleaning guidelines

Guest Access:
Full Access

The Neighborhood:
If you want privacy and seclusion, this is your dream house. The location is on a quiet street just outside the small community of Pilas. A long dirt driveway takes you to the front gate entrance and guard house. Once the main gate is open, you enter into a world of gardens and serenity overlooking the city of Alajuela. There are no neighbors close to the house so it's the ultimate in privacy.

Getting Around:
A Car is recommended but not required.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Stephen Odom

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Mountain Getaway With Amazing Views
Family Friendly Mountain Getaway With Stunning Views Alajuela
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Stunning Views from Coffee Country: 25 min to SJO Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Veronica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Women's Retreat
We visited this property for two nights as a group of 11 women working on our personal growth. The house was perfectly suited to our needs and had just the right amount of space for all of us to spend time together as a group. We enjoyed the deck and green spaces for dancing and meditation, and the common area is well suited for sitting by the fire or on the beautiful meditation cushions provided in circle. The table only seats 6 but we were able to add 5 chairs from the patio so in the end it worked. There are 4 bedrooms in the main house, each with private full baths. One of them with the bunk bed is a bit small but it works. The other has two queen beds, one with a nesting bed underneath, tight, but it works. There are two rooms with full baths apart from the main house, which have incredible views of the valley. We enjoyed our stay and look forward to returning. Felipe was incredibly attentive and helpful, very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
Beautiful property and Felipe went above and beyond to accommodate us. We chose a chef's meal and it was perfect for our last day in the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our 2 part stay here!
Breathtaking views at the amazing property! Perfect for group travel. Felipe was wonderful to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray H., Buckhead (Lake Oconee), GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views!!
This house is a short drive from San Jose airport, into the mountains north of the airport. This setting provides beautiful views of the valley and the city of San Jose. Our host, Felipe, kept in touch with us during our stay and was most-accommodating of all of our needs. He is an asset to this rental property. The house is as-described -- spacious, clean and well-appointed. There are small restaurants nearby for a quick lunch or dinner, and access into San Jose is quick and easy for sightseeing and city tours. This house and this location were all we were hoping for and more. We would definitely stay here again!! Pura Vida!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert V.

Liked: Cleanliness
More time please
Beautiful private property with breathtaking views overlooking the valley of San Jose. The property manager was very responsive and helpful. They helped set up rides and shuttles to the airport. The place is spacious and feels cozy, when we arrived we wished we could have had more time. It was such a special place to end our trip, enjoying the city lights of the evening and the sunrise in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing View an Property!
The house is beautiful and spacious with excellent views of the valley. We had the whole family there. The grand kids liked roaming the grounds looking for butterfly’s while us older adults enjoyed the fresh air and the view. It seemed too good to be true but Felipe made sure that we got in and everything was ready for us. Thanks we had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hawken L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View!
Great view and overall property, had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida!!!
I don't know if I can say enough about our stay, it was incredible. The house was amazing with gorgeous views both day and night. But I have to be completely honest, the hospitality we received from Felipe was the most memorable and appreciated. Felipe goes above and beyond to make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. If I could give more than 5 stars it would be because him. Felipe also set up with an amazing private chef, Chef Gabriel!!! I highly recommend that you ask for his amazing service during your stay. He was professional and the food he prepared was outstanding, we enjoyed our meal out on the patio while enjoying the panoramic view of the San Jose city lights. I feel like we gained great friendships from our stay, which I've never been able to say about past reservations. Thank you so much for the amazing experience! Pura Vida!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will return again and again 💛
If you have the opportunity to be in this incredible space you have to take it! Our second stay here and it just feels like home. Breathtaking views, beautiful spaces, perfectly clean, special details. Everything from the dishes to the linens is lovely. The host is super helpful even ordering pizza for us and putting it in the oven for our arrival, getting groceries, recommending restaurants- just buzzing from what a wonderful experience staying in this home is.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical spot
This property is so special and beautiful. So much
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marta B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house & views
We had a wonderful new years with family at Casa Verde - house is clean, spacious and comfortable- well equipped and amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina D., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this house! Spectacular view!
You will love staying at this house! It is warm and clean, with plenty of space and privacy for everyone... The view is amazing - we spend most of our time on the patio watching the ever changing sky and the lights of the city sparkling below! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Javier A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property, very clean, amazing views
Check in process was good, property is well located, we did a coffee tour located only 10 minutes away. Poas volcano is 30 minutes away. San Jose Airport is 20 min away. Property was clean and had everything we needed in the kitchen to prepare meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking view!!
The pictures don't do it justice! When you walk in the view is picturesque!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible views
Great place to stay! Would recommend to anyone looking to be close to the San Jose airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view!
If you are looking for a place with fabulous views of the city, this is the place to stay! There is plenty of sleeping space with views of the city from each room. We enjoyed our time here very much! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jose J.

Liked: Cleanliness
City Views
Beautiful views of the city and even better at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We Love This House!
We enjoyed this house even more during our 2nd stay! We soaked up the view, did yoga on the deck, and sat in the hot tub to finish our stay in CR with perfection. Felipe was super helpful with directions, advice, and lab recommendations for our return tests. The house is amazing and we want to return!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view, amazing space, amazing experience
Our party of 8 had a fantastic stay. Felipe made sure there was dinner at the house (for a reasonable charge) when our plane was delayed and all the restaurants were already closed due to COVID. Each couple had a separate space, it is glorious to have your own bathroom in each room, and the sunrise was a memory we won’t forget! We have already booked the house again for the last couple days of our trip. This is truly a retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Getaway
Perfect for our family reunion! Fit our 15 family members with room to spare. The view was amazing and it was a convenient drive to the airport. The staff was very attentive. We had problems with the oven the first night and they replaced it with a new one the next day. We had the chef prepare half of our meals and they were so good, we wish we tried more of his dishes. All of them were spectacular, but Caribbean dishes are his specialty! Our kids were clamoring for more patacones. Thank you for such a delightful stay.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain top pad with big views!
This property is kind of a bond villain/narco lair ensconced behind two ominous gates. It boasts expansive views of the entire central valley from its perch atop the mountains of Alajuela. The photos are no exaggeration. The house is huge, with four bedrooms and a second casita consisting of two more bedrooms with en-suite baths. The living room is room vast and it has a useful covered porch area with a bbq and outdoor dining table. The clean and modern kitchen is well-equipped. Parking behind the second porton is awkward because there is no turn-around but it feels like cars left outside would be secure. The property is located in a bucolic neighborhood reminiscent of old Tiquicia. Easy access to Poas and the La Paz Waterfall Park make this a good choice if those are on your agenda. There is an Auto Mercado (great supermarket) nearby and a first-rate Mirador restaurant just down the road. Strangely, one of the world's largest indoor malls is also located nearby. You will have to navigate downtown Alajuela to get to the airport but you avoid the dreaded Pista which is endlessly under construction. The agent is responsive and there is also a contact just up the street. This is a good thing because you are entirely dependent of the somewhat janky remote control openers for the gates (hence only 4 stars on the "check-in" category). Don't lose or damage the openers or you will be trapped by the giant gates. Also be aware that you can easily lock your keys in the house because the locking hardware is not set up to be left unlocked. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina D., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The best view and most comfortable stay!
We love this house! We keep coming back :) Having been all over the San Jose valley, this house is consistently wonderful. The house is in the clouds, the weather is always perfect. Clean and comfortable, and so easy to get anywhere from the location! The kitchen is fully stocked and fun to cook in.... You are 8 min from Automarcado (a very nice grocery store). We feel safe and able to relax and unwind! Felipe, the property manager is amazing and incredibly helpful. He helped us have covid tests at the house for our return to the US. Everything you need is close by in Alajuela!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina D., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view - comfortable home
The view is spectacular. It is as if you are in heaven with the sky, then a cloud forest, then watching the sunset, moonrise, sunrise. Beautiful and etheric. We loved our stay. The house is just as it is described. The bedrooms are suites, each has its own bathroom. So while you are close together in the house, it doesn't feel that way. The energy is very good, very clear and nurturing. The kitchen is well equipped - there is an excellent grocery store is 8 min away. Felipe is very responsive and welcoming. Wifi is great :) The patio is amazing. You will feel at home. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

isabel r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This place was so beautiful, the view that you get at sunrise and sunset was amazing, at night you get to enjoy the valle central city lights, it was breath taking. The house it’s so big that even with lots of people everyone can have their alone time, each bedroom with their own full bathroom was perfect, the kitchen had all the utensils that we need it everything easy to find and very clean. The manager Felipe was an amazing host explain all the details, walk me through the grounds of the property, explain all the rules, always had a fast response of any question I had for him about the property. Definitely will be staying here again :)

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felipe was excellent
Had issues with toilet and plumbing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019