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Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio

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An aerial view of a house surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills.
Birds eye view of house.
A two-story house with a stone foundation and a yellow facade.
Would you & your group like to go horseback riding?! Ask us and we'll take you!
A balcony with two lounge chairs, a hanging plant with red flowers, and a cityscape view at night.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Mata de Plátano, San José
  • Place, University of Costa Rica
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, San Pedro Mall
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, National Museum of Costa Rica
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5 - Studio

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1&2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio

Beautiful house set in the hills of Mata de Platano, San Jose.

Casa los Cielos (House of Heavens) is nestled in a peaceful, privately owned mountainous area with spectacular views of San Jose and surrounding mountains. The house features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. One of the bedrooms and baths is part of of Studio Apartment with it's own terrace and entance (althoug it can be accessed through the house). The house has two balconies, Fire place, fully equiped kitchen, parking in front, fire pit in private yard. No need for air conditioning since tempartures are usually a pleasant 70 -80 degrees F. during day time all year round.

The Casa is a perfect place for families, retreats, or groups of friends interested in stepping away and being renewed by beautiful surroundings.

It is conveniently located 20 minutes from downtown San Jose and a 50 minute drive from the international airport Juan Santamaria. Even though you feel tucked away in the mountains, you're close to restaurants, grocery stores and other shopping. As well as outdoor activities, such as horseback riding (ask us about this- we can take you on a ride), volcanos, canopy tours, white water rafting, hikes, and coffee tours.

And, the closest beach is less than a two hour drive !

Reach out if you have any questions, and let us know how we can serve you!

Pura Vida,

Ruth


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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1269662vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mata de Plátano

Located in Mata de Plátano, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Museo de Insectos and Museum of Contemporary Art and Design are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Terramall. Centro Cultural de España and National Center of Art and Culture are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing, hiking and cycling.
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Mata de Plátano, San José

What's nearby

  • University of Costa Rica - 27 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Lincoln Plaza - 27 min drive - 14.4 km
  • San Pedro Mall - 31 min drive - 15.1 km
  • National Museum of Costa Rica - 33 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Central Park - 35 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • San Jose Fercori Station - 20 min drive
  • San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda chachi - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪T Pezqué - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Antigua Granja - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mirador Maderos - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mirador Rancho Samaná - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning View of San Jose-private property on 2 acres, Casa Los Cielos & Studio located?

Located in the heart of Mata de Plátano, this holiday home is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Terramall and within 12 miles (20 km) of Sabana Park and University of Costa Rica. Museo de Insectos and San Pedro Mall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place I’ll definitely recommend it.

House was nice and the view was amazing….the host was very helpful…. Excellent place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your kind words, We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This spacious property was perfect for our group of 12, allowing us to relax with the beautiful view, quietness and nature sounds surrounding us. The co-hosts were very accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and spacious

This was a lovely place for our family to stay and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Costa Rica. Beautiful property
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy quiet house

We had a great time with family the house is very spacious and cozy quiet and safe neighborhood we will come back again
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2023
Thank you for your visit! We look forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome home and host

Our stay at Ruth was exceptional. The house is beautiful, the location is safe and serene. Ruth is the best host in the world! Easy to communicate with and extraordinarily helpful. Every need was met for our team.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2024
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Roger D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outside San Jose

Great property. This is an old, rambling house set like a grand matron in a beautiful park-like setting. The house is 'venerable', and in need of updates and cleaning. But it's rustic and open to nature. It's huge with 5 different bedrooms and lots of beds. About an hour away from SJ Airport, and downtown SJ, and some sites. But 3 or more hours away from major attractions. So great for large family/friends get togethers, but not necessarily for CR's touristy hot spots.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2024
I'm glad you liked the property and enjoyed your stay. The house is about 25 minutes from the center of SJ, but about 45min -1 hour away from the airport. I'm sorry if you may have missed out on the closer attactions such as the downtown museums and theaters and the famous basilica of Cartago and the Irazu volcano. We hope you'll come back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Huge house with beautiful views!

My family and a Costa Rican friend spent eight days in this beautiful house, located on the top of a mountain overlooking the city of San Jose. It was absolutely breathtaking! Our host Ruth was incredibly attentive and very communicative. She met us at the front gate and make sure we got settled into the house. OK. During the week she checked in on WhatsApp to make sure that we had everything we needed and also made a special trip in to take care of some details that popped up. The house itself is absolutely gorgeous with huge bedrooms, picture windows, and balconies overlooking the city below, and a huge property to explore and enjoy! There is also a working fireplace in the middle of the living room, and a generous collection of firewood that you can help yourself to. We actually made a fire for three of the evenings we were there, and it was so beautiful and cozy! The neighborhood is incredibly safe, tucked away behind a private gate.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your comments! I´m glad you had a great experience here! Looking forward to have you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

We had an awesome time staying in your beautiful home! The view around your home was awesome! Thank you so much for everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at our property so much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity in the Mountains

Within minutes of stepping into Casa Los Cielos, I could tell there was something special about this house. Yes (as other reviews have amply noted), the views are "stunning" - clear morning views all the way to the faint line of the ocean, an evening sunset over distant ridges, and the sparkling city below at night. The woodwork, size, and design provide more than enough space to sip coffee and pray, reflect, and experience gratitude; in fact the space kind of draws that out of you. At times, it can feel transcendent, helped by unplugging from life's noise, and being enfolded in the sights, smells and sounds of lush rainforest. Access to the community is behind a coded gate. We met a few neighbors and quickly became friends. The house is built on a ridge, and each other neighbor along the winding narrow old farm road has also built on a ridge. So you won't even see another neighbor unless you take a walk on the stone 2-track road down the hill over a creek and up to the next ridge. And I certainly recommend the walks! One of my favorite parts was the morning up-and down hikes within the converted-to-residence former mountain-side cattle ranch. A couple tips to set your expectations. We stayed here during the rainy season, and that is no joke. Rain every day and chilly down to the 60's overnight. The house is not insulated, so prepare for some cool nights, but the comfortable beds took care of that, and a fully-functioning delightful fireplace provided the ambience and a little relief from the cooler evenings. The house is hardwood throughout (which is part of its gorgeous appeal), and the sensitive nose would need to not mind the interplay of moisture and wood, or the damp tile of the balcony after a misty evening. I doubt that happens at all during the other 9 months of non-rainy season. Also, the charm of the remote location with stunning views also means that time for travel is significant. You will definitely want a rented car, preferably a mini-SUV (automatic) to navigate the very steep and narrow and pot-holed roads to get to and from Casa Los Cielos. Running out of space here, and still so much to tell: I close by saying the owners (who live 15 min away) are absolutely fantastic. SO responsive to questions, problems to solve, suggestions for anything you might need. Truly gracious and hospitable! A part of my heart has been left in these hills above San Jose: I must return to retrieve it!
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct, 2021
Thank you for your thorough and gracias review! It is accurate and will be helpful for those wishing to invision in the beauty of the area. We thank you for being such all around great guests and we hope you will come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente

Casa muy amplia y acogedora
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec, 2020
Fue un placer atenderlos. Espero que vuelvan pronto!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect! Couldn’t be better.

We loved our stay. We traveled as a group of 13. The host was so kind, and even helped give our students a cooking lesson. The house iS absolutely amazing and located in such a beautiful spot. We felt so safe and secure, the house is huge. It just was a wonderful house and I hope to come back again. The landlord couldn’t have communicated better and was so helpful. I didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you Adriana! You were wonderful guests! Come back again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Ruth

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My husband and I and our 3 children have been blessed to live in Costa Rica for many years. We love the the lush green beauty of this country, the great weather all year round and the close proximity to the beaches. We welcome you to our "Casa los Cielos" so that you too can fall in love with this paradise!

Why they chose this property

I have always loved this house. The view is breathtaking, the temperture idyllic, the lush beauty surrounding it just provides a great place to re charge your batteries. On a cool night, the fireplace makes it so cozy. The artistic wood furnishings add to the warmth.

What makes this property unique

* Panoramic views
* Large yard
* Privacy
* Studio provided the option for a separate living area
* Removed from hussle and bustle but only 20 minutes from the capital
* Fire pit with benches and spectacular view
* Can request Horseback riding opportunity (extra fee)
* High speed Wifi
* Cable TV

Languages:

English, Spanish
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