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What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia.

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia.

Contemporary 2 story with 2 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths in a pleasant neighborhood that provides a sensational view of the hills and distant volcano. This villa is in the community of San Miguel de Grecia,
about 15 minutes drive from the bustling town center of Grecia.
What a place to relax it is! Read a book on the upper balcony or have some wonderful coffee on the patio set in the yard. Hiking trails and waterfalls are a short drive away.
This beautiful home also provides clothes washer and dryer for your use.
Please note that the bedrooms and full bath are located upstairs. A highly rated orthopedic twin mattress is available for 5th guest in any bedroom or livingroom; you choose.
Kitchen, dining room, livingroom, laundry, and half bath are located on the ground level.
Thank you for your interest. Looking forward to your stay.

Property manager

Dana Helen Nichols

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1250 sq ft (116 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets not allowed on furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Supervise children- hillside changes of elevation.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

House
Green Hills
What A Retreat! Grecia
Make Yourselves At Home
What A Retreat! Private vacation home
What A Retreat! Private vacation home Grecia

About the neighborhood

Map
San Miguel, San Roque de Grecia, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Melia Cariari Golf Course - 12 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Poás Volcano National Park - 17 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Poas Volcano - 30 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Hacienda Alsacia - 39 min drive - 23.7 km
  • La Paz Waterfall Gardens - 50 min drive - 30.2 km

Getting around

  • Heredia Station - 56 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Jardines - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Salón El Ángel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪El Ancla Marisqueria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cinco 20 Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia.?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia. located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Ruinas de Ujarras, Arte Latino, and Cementerio General de San Jose. Tropical Bungee and Catedral de la Mercedes are also within 6 mi (10 km).

What A Retreat! In a pleasant neighborhood in the beautiful hills above Grecia. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica, Centennial

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean and spacious - had everything necessary (including sugar for coffee, washer and dryer, hot water shower.) Great view from the terrace. Fantastic value for the price.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Charmaine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy home
A very comfortable home in a Costa Rican residential neighbourhood. There is a lovely view from the upper deck of the surronding area that is dotted with coffee plantations. The home had comfy beds and plenty of interior space. Felt safe and relaxed here. We would return again. Dana was very good at answering any of our questions and helping us during our stay.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Dana’s place is absolutely breathtaking. It’s located on a hill with windows and balcony door strategically placed so we have maximum view. It’s cool enough that you don’t need AC, but she has water heater. Finding the place is a little bit tricky, but trust Waze. It helps if you get eSim before arriving, so you have data. There are small stores nearby that you can get snacks and drinks, but it’s only less than 15min to Grecia. Would definitely come back if we ever go back to Costa Rica. Dana is a great host, great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Randal

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
The property smelled very musty. The TV worked, but we could not get Netflix or any other app to connect. The shower was warm, not hot. No other hot water for shaving in any sinks. We did like the washer and dryer. They made the stay worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious and convenient!
The house was easy to find and convenient to SJO. It is also very clean and spacious- perfect for our family of four! Amazing sunsets and good base for exploring nearby locations in the Central Valley (such as coffee plantations, Poas Volcano, etc.). Mini supermarket is walking distance away and just a short drive to restaurants. The host, Dana, was incredibly responsive and helpful. Amazing! We wholeheartedly recommend this property 😊.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Host
Dana was great with communication. The stay was restful and there is plenty of space to spread out and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean apartment in San Miguel
This property is as described and was clean except for lots of ants due to the rainy season. Since we didn’t have a car, we used taxis and the bus to get around. It’s about 7 kilometers to town. The neighborhood is very quiet at night and there was a convenience store close by. Dale is very responsive as a host and allowed us to come early. She had some good suggestions for the area as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayle A., Arden NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Grecia visit.
Great experience with this host. She is a super communicator and responded very quickly to any questions that we had prior to our visit. She was also very available during our visit. We would definitely recommend this location, convenient to many things and attractions and staying at her place better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Grecia Gem!
Dana was an outstanding host! If your looking for contemplation time with the peace & quiet of Grecia and beautiful mountain views, this cute little villa is the ideal location for you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home base
Room was clean easy to find and check in was painless even late at night when I arrived
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Tico neighborhood, Dana was amazing!
Lovely Tico neighborhood, Dana was amazing! Quiet and safe with stunning views of the mountains and valley and lights from the cities far off in the distance from the upper deck. Dana could not have been more helpful answering all of our questions! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable & clean house
My friend & I had a nice stay at Dana's house. It was very clean & we had everything we needed. With Dana's directions, it was very easy to find the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place, great host
Wonderful home with everything one could want and more. Too many good things to list really. Dana the host thought of everything guests might need and provided it If I am in Grecia again I will stay here without hesitation.

8/10 Good

Cassandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & Suitable
Basic & clean home, helpful host, and relaxed neighborhood. It fit our needs perfectly for a business trip :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

CESAR

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is comfortable , clean and has the necessary amenities. Spectacular view of the mountain from a balcony. Only negative was the location status on the VRBO app is not the location the property is on. I was expecting to be in the center of Grecia but it’s actual location is about 8 Km north west in an area called San Miguel. 100 mts este de la Escuela de San Miguel, Provincia de Alajuela, San Roque, 20304, Costa Rica Not a deal breaker for I enjoyed my stay . But not the easiest place to find especially if you don’t know the area. Thankful was able to reach the owner who was very patient and willing to guide me to the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Claude F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Auf der Suche
Grösse und Einteilung und Kücheneinrichtung sowie die Waschmöglichkeit sind sehr gut. Man fühlt sich wohl im Haus. Die Innenbeleuchtung im Küchen- und Essbereich könnte etwas besser sein, vor allem sollten nicht noch Lampen defekt sein.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023