Spectacular views in very private and exquisitely landscaped setting

Atenas, Santa Elulalia
$195 avg/night Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Book your vacation stay at Casa del Sol and discover what “Pura Vida” truly means.
This comfortable three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a private pool is located in Atenas, known for having “the best climate in the world.”

Recently, Casa del Sol has been freshly painted in a warm, sunny yellow. Just as its name suggests, it gives the home an even brighter, more cheerful, and more welcoming tropical feel.

Its perfect location, only 30 minutes from theInternational Airport, 1 hour from the Pacific beaches, and centrally positioned near Costa Rica’s main attractions, makes Casa del Sol an ideal vacation getaway. The center of this charming town is just a 10-minute drive away, where you’ll find a great selection of restaurants, bakeries, a weekly farmers’ market, and well-stocked grocery stores.

Casa del Sol comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests. The home features a colorful tropical style, a spacious open floor plan, and spectacular high vaulted wooden ceilings. Large glass windows offer beautiful views from every angle, and the fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, blender, and ample cabinet space.

The main suite is spacious and offers stunning mountain views overlooking mature tropical trees, often visited by birds such as toucans and motmots. The two guest bedrooms share a second bathroom.

The home combines vibrant colors, Costa Rican art, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere, making it perfect for a well-deserved vacation.

The crystal-clear pool is just steps away and ideally positioned to enjoy sunlight throughout the day, naturally warming the water to a comfortable temperature for swimming and relaxing. Two covered patios: essential in Atenas, allow you to enjoy outdoor living year-round.

Lush tropical gardens surround the house, with fruit trees such as mango, banana, orange, and tangerine. Exploring the garden feels like a walk in the park—pick fresh fruit and start your day with a tropical breakfast on the patio.

The home is truly a bird lover’s paradise, with views over the valley, bird-rich trees, and nearby hills and mountains. The home is located in a quiet cul-de-sac with only one neighboring house across the street.

Our property managers, Klaas and Sandra de Graaf, a multilingual couple (English, Dutch, and Spanish) from the Netherlands, will warmly welcome you and ensure you have a wonderful stay. They can arrange grocery pre-stocking or a freshly prepared home-cooked meal upon arrival.

As an additional service, we offer airport pick-up and drop-off (for a fee) to make your arrival and departure as smooth as possible. We also assist with car rentals and offer a wide range of tours throughout Costa Rica, including visits to Poás and Arenal Volcanoes, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, catamaran tours, coffee farms, zip-lining, ATV adventures, white-water rafting, horseback riding, surfing, and more.

Casa del Sol is a bright, comfortable, and sunny home surrounded by lush nature—a perfect place to enjoy your tropical Costa Rica getaway.

Additional Information:
Weekly cleaning is included for stays longer than 10 days. Our wonderful housekeeper, Isabel, is truly a gem.

Check-in: between 3:00 pm and 10:00 pm
Check-out: 11:00 am

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Breakfast Available For A Fee Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) No Smoke Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Locally-owned & Organized Tours & Activities Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M) Vegan Dining Options Vegetarian Dining Options
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Limo/town Car Service Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Massages Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    Dutch English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cave Exploring Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rafting Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near The Sea
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service Multilingual Staff Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    2 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Smoking Is Only Allowed Outside The House Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

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Review Review

  • Giovanna F.

    Submitted May 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 14, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay in Casa del Sol. We stayed for six weeks in March/April 2025. Klaas and Sandra, the property managers, made the check-in and check-out seamless. Isabel was friendly and very through; she keeps the inside of the house clean and organized. The pool cleaning crew, Wendy and Erick were great, and kind enough to let us practice our Spanish with them. Hats off to Alfonso and his gardening team. They do an impeccable job of maintain the gardens; the gardens are a true highlight of the property. The house is large and has a very convenient lay-out. She shows her age but still maintains her charm. The vistas are breathtaking. The beds are comfortable! Bonuses for us were having a gas stove, a bbq, and a deep pool – deep enough for cannonballs! The location is convenient being between Atenas and Grecia with easy access to the main highway Ruta 1. We highly recommend Casa del Sol! Thank you for a lovely stay.

  • Douglas O.

    Submitted Nov 11, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    Great place in a great location. The views are spectacular. I would stay there again. Hosts were also very responsive and helpful. A knife sharpener would be good to have for the kitchen, as knives were extremely dull; glad I brought my Buck knife. A steamer basket would also be useful for those who prefer to steam the fine produce available.

  • Tim A.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 11, 2024

    Very beautiful house. Grounds well maintained. Management very responsive. Clean, private and safe. Would stay again. Toucans in trees outside of window often.

  • Kristina S.

    Submitted Apr 3, 2024

    Stayed Mar 24, 2024

    What a great getaway! My husband and I really enjoyed the beautiful view and comfort of the house. The kitchen was fully appointed (salad spinner! wax paper!) so I was able to prepare meals with ease. Our dogs had fun in the spacious yard, but the smaller one figured out that she could squeeze through the front gate so we had to keep her tethered. The property managers were extremely prompt and responsive. Great vacation house!

  • Ella F.

    Submitted Feb 17, 2024

    Stayed Jan 25, 2024

    We loved Casa Del Sol! Eautifully maintained and wonderfully clean and well equipped, it was the perfect spot for our stay.

  • Stephen T.

    Submitted Dec 13, 2023

    Stayed Nov 25, 2023

    We've rented many houses in Costa Rica (about 25) this one is near the top of our list, great view of the mountains with exceptional landscaping and less than 10 min from Atenas.If you like birds there are a good variety

  • Jim V.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2023

    Stayed Nov 16, 2023

    Lots of birds. Great neighborhood. We bought a house while we were down there but the house I really wanted, and sold before we got there, was in view of this property. It sat there and mocked me the entire stay. lol

  • susan a.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2023

    Stayed Nov 10, 2023

    Was such a wonderful home. Tucked into a small neighborhood outside of Atenas. Every accomodation was perfect from arrival to check out. Sandra, Marco and Klaas are the utmost best in arranging all of our excursions all week. And even an unplanned trip into Jaco for tattoos and the beach. Thanks for everything. PURA VIDA until next time.

  • Regan Z.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2023

    Stayed Jul 1, 2023

    We had a wonderful week! Great house, great location, safe and clean! Thank you!

  • Patricia M.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2023

    Stayed Mar 1, 2023

    We lived at this property for a month and a half; it proved a perfect size for a couple both inside and outside the house as surrounded by a well-planned and well-kept garden. There was always at least one plant or shrub in bloom, and since the house sits atop a small hill overlooking a treed valley you were immersed in various shades of green and treated to a daily abundance of birds. The bright lights of the encroaching township have not reached the property yet, so even the nights were a treat while sitting at the outdoor table to enjoy a starry-lit sky. We particularly appreciated the full-size pool - morning, noon and night. The house is older and the kitchen and bathrooms could use an update, but this did not deter our enjoyment of it, especially because the house was priced very reasonably in comparison to other newer properties in the area, and because of the thorough weekly cleanings by Isabel. The description is generally accurate save for noting that the Satellite TV is subscription-based and there is no land-line. We were in good hands with PMA - the property managers (including Marian, Sandra, Marco and Klaas) with airport pick-ups, drop-offs, a wide-range of tours available, and our initial grocery list which was stocked for our arrival. We did all of our shopping in Atenas, which is about 20 minute drive away. It was not necessary to rent a car, as we were confidently able to rely on the local taxi drivers recommended by Sandra for any trips to town, on Marco who is a professional driver for the tours, and for the rest of the team for any minor issues with the house. Thank you all for making this part of our stay in CR feel like home.

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