Location: Santa Ana, San Jose, Costa Rica, Central America (20 min to San Jose - 15 min to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Loft, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: condo, condominium, santa ana, airport, beach
The map lists it as "Santa Ana". The locals call it "Santana". As often as possible, we call it home! Our condominium is located in the beautiful town of Santa Ana, Costa Rica.
Santa Ana is a suburb of San Jose (the capitol of Costa Rica), and is located roughly 20 minutes from the center of the city, and 15 minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport. We are located only one mile from the (new) freeway to the Pacific coast. This new toll road, finally completed in early 2010, makes the drive to the beach only an hour.
Our condominium is in a trendy and upscale community with a relaxed atmosphere and with all the modern conveniences. One of the country’s foremost residential estates, Valle del Sol, is located here, and the Valle del Sol golf course is only a 10 minute walk from our front door.
Nestled 10 minutes west of Escazu in the valley, we are very close to the world-class CIMA Hospital and Medical Tower. Costa Rica’s largest mall, the MultiPlaza, is also within close proximity, as is Price Smart and the modern office complexes of Plaza Roble and the Forum Office Parks (I & II). Forum houses offices for some of the best known companies in the world, including Oracle, Cisco, HP, and many others, and is literally walking distance from our condominium. See the link to Forum below for a complete listing of tenants.
A short drive north of Santa Ana will take you to the relaxing Ojo de Agua, a bathing resort which contains swimming pools and lakes formed by a natural spring.
While much of Santa Ana is modernized and property development is high, it still retains its local flavor. By day, you can visit the many shops selling hand-made ceramic goods to buy some local pottery or traditional goods, and by night you can dine in some of the finest restaurants and visit local bars and discos.
If you desire a true Costa Rican adventure, visit one of the many volcanoes or waterfalls the country has to offer. You may also take a trip to the Pacific coast and visit the beaches, especially those of Manuel Antonio National Park, where you will find a wealth of activities including the world famous 'zip line' canopy tours. All are accessible just a few hours' drive from our condominium, which makes a great home base for many of the adventures you will experience here. If you prefer to leave the driving to someone else, we highly recommend El Gallo Tours / Blue Sky Van Service, owned and operated by Alex Palma. Alex is an excellent, bi-lingual tour guide. Check out his web site at the link below, and don't forget to tell him 'Gringo Muy Importante' referred you!
Santa Ana is very popular with foreign expatriates and their families, and in combination with Escazu, has a huge number of stores, services, and facilities, as well as some of the best restaurants in the country. With its comfortable climate, superior highway access and close proximity to all things Costa Rican, Santa Ana is a fabulous place to call home!
*Our home is non-smoking, and though we love animals, pets are not allowed unless pre-approved due to HOA rules. The grounds are immaculate in this gated community and there is 24-hour security on duty.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Master bedroom
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Full-size
- Dryer : Full-size
- Covered Parking : Space available for two cars
- Beds
- King Bed : Master bedroom
- Queen Bed : Second bedroom
- Double Bed : Queen airbed for use on floor in loft or living room
- Convertible Bed : Fold-down sofa in loft
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : One upstairs and one downstairs - each with DVD player
- DVD (2)
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Includes toaster oven, coffee maker, blender
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Shared and located near pool in gazebo / entertainment area
- Deck/Patio : Small enclosed patio with table and chairs
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Please see pictures on this page
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : One upstairs and one downstairs - Local calls only please
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Beautiful shared pool and entertainment area with wet bar, BBQ grill, large dining area, restroom and shower. (Entertainment area can be reserved for private parties upon request.) Gated community with 24-hour guard on duty. Maid service available upon request.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Without pre-approval due to HOA regulations
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Year Round: $1850/mo ... $550/wk (one week minimum).
50% deposit to hold reservation due at time of booking.
Balance and $500 refundable security deposit due 21 days prior to arrival date.
Full refund minus $50 if cancellation is received in writing 60 days in advance.
Refunds for cancellations not meeting the above criteria will be issued only
if a suitable guest is found in time to fill the vacancy.
All applicable refunds will be issued within 5 business days after check out date.
Rate includes cleaning fees and taxes.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Enjoy the Comforts of Home in Beautiful Santa Ana, Costa Rica!
Year Purchased: 2005
Property Photos
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- Your home in Santa Ana! - Santa Ana, Costa Rica Vacation
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- Fantastic Views! - Santa Ana, Costa Rica Vacation
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- Living Room and Dining Area - Santa Ana, Costa Rica Vacation
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- Full Kitchen
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- Master Bedroom with King Bed & A/C
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- Master Bedroom with King Bed & A/C
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- Guest Room with Queen Bed
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- Loft Area with Sleeper Sofa and TV/DVD
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- Dining Area
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- Shared Pool / BBQ Grill / Entertainment Area
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- Path to Pool
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- View Towards Guarded Gates ...
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- Poas Volcano (Volcan Poas) - 1 hour from condo
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- La Paz Waterfall - one of MANY in Costa Rica! - 1 hour from condo
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- Arenal Volcano (Volcan Arenal) - 3 hours from condo
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- Manuel Antonio Natl. Park - 1.5 hours from condo
Traveler Reviews (5)
great house!
Guest: Julie
(Philadelphia, PA)
Date of Stay: 11/16/11
Review Submitted: 11/28/11
Chris was a delight to work with and his home is perfect for your stay in Costa Rica. It is bright, clean, and in a secure development. A great alternative to a hotel, I highly recommend this property.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
This condo is run down!!!
Guest: Jason
( Ca)
Date of Stay: 08/23/11
Review Submitted: 08/23/11
We stayed a month. The place is falling apart. Chairs were broken upon arrival, windows falling out, screens falling off, shelves breaking , the internet worked only a week out of the month, cable is in and out, the pool is dirty and COLD, its 1km to the nearest store, And Most of all the People were UNFRIENDLY in the complex. I would never stay there again and would not recommend anyone to stay there. My wife put a small bottle of olive oil on a shelf above the stove. The shelf not being properly installed gave way and the bottle landed on and cracked the glass top. We offer to pay half but Chris wanted to us to pay ALL of it. He kept our security deposit and sent a nasty letter. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE TO A FRIEND!!!
Owner response:I've never really appreciated the phrase 'No good deed goes unpunished', until now. I was contacted by a poor couple from Limon who desperately needed a place to stay in Santa Ana. They couldn’t find anything within their budget, so I agreed to rent to them at a substantial discount (incl. the sec. deposit) as they simply didn't have any $. They arrived 4 days early. I rushed my maid in to prep the condo, paying her extra. Luckily, my previous guests had just left. After a few days, the couple sent me a message thanking me for the generous discount on the rent and sec. deposit, and the early entrance. The message said (quoting), "Great place, jsut what we were hoping for. We were happy to here that we would be able to stay." Sadly, only a few days later, problems began. My neighbors were the first to complain about fighting and yelling coming from the condo. My property manager (pm) told me the couple had shattered the ceramic cooktop on the stove and damaged some windows. The next day I received a message from the couple (quoting) "We are really sorry about this. Let us now the best way to handel this." So, my pm began searching for a replacement cooktop. Unfortunately these parts in C.R. are not cheap! It turned out to be $400 (used). I contacted the couple and explained this to them, and asked them to respond how they would like to handle it. Despite repeated attempts to resolve the issue, they refused to discuss it, avoiding my pm and me. Sadly, their disruptive behavior continued, and my pm was contacted by the HOA, forcing her to ask security to visit the couple. The morning of their departure, the couple sent me a note. They demanded I refund the sec. deposit, threatening to further damage the condo if I did not. I told them that accepting $200 for $500 in damages was beyond fair, especially given the large discount on the rent and extra cost to clean the unit early. I then instructed my pm to escort them from the property. They did break some dishes and a chair prior to her arrival. You can see what happened next (the review posted here), leading to my statement about good deeds. I spoke to other owners about how to handle untruthful reviews (see my other reviews - all positive), and they suggested publishing this would help future guests understand the challenges faced by rental owners, and the reasons behind sec. deposits as a deterrent to the type of behavior exhibited by this couple. I hope you agree.
Recommended for:
Best deal and location
Guest: ale
(Atlanta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 07/14/11
Review Submitted: 07/26/11
We had a fantastic time at this condo. Not only was it very centrally located and accessible to the main beach highway that connects San Jose to Puntarenas, but it is very close to supermarkets, banks, gas stations and plenty of restaurant opportunities without being in the main noisy highway. Chris took every step to ensure the renter is comfortable and well oriented, including shortcuts, local contacts and excellent advice. All descriptions are accurate. For families with small children or teenagers, this condo is perfect. The neighboors are respectful and friendly, and the security personnel very helpful and welcoming. We come to Costa Rica every year, and this is by far the best value we have found in San Jose.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Secure, Modern, Nice owners
Guest: travel-agent
(north america)
Date of Stay: 02/14/11
Review Submitted: 04/15/11
Santa Ana offers the ammenities of North America, and this condo is located close-by all the services you need on vacation or biz trips. I enjoyed our two week stay here, and the owners were prompt in responding to our needs.The guards were nice, and the neighbors quiet. We had a few concerns about the property being damaged by former renters, and we made some repairs and gave advice to the housekeeper on how to avoid this from happening again....all and all, we would stay here again and recommend it for others in need of two bedrooms, full kitchen, laundry and secure parking...the pool is nice, too!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Beautiful, clean, comfortable
Guest: Stepherini
(Rome, Italy)
Date of Stay: 09/05/10
Review Submitted: 10/05/10
I was in San Jose for business and this place was great. It is in a very safe neighborhood (gated community) and is very quiet. The apartment was spotless and well-maintained. The views from the rooms are stunning. The neighborhood of Santana is the nicest suburb in San Jose. We didn't have a car, so getting around via taxi was ok, as taxi's are cheap compared to other places, and the security guard would call a taxi for us. My only negatives were it would have been nice for the owner to leave dish soap and laundry soap for us to use. Other than that, I would highly recommend this place. The owner was quick to respond to emails and very helpful.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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