Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise!
Be prepared to be amazed by everything Villa Alma Libre has to offer.
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Stepping onto the grounds of this villa, you will be immediately greeted by a symphony of vibrant colors and melodious sounds. The property is a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts and nature lovers, boasting an abundance of exotic birds and butterflies, iguanas, and occasionally monkeys and a sloth! Imagine waking up to the gentle frog-like sounds of toucans and the mesmerizing sight of iridescent hummingbirds flitting among the tropical flowers or at the feeders you get to fill as part of your experience here. Feeding the birds bananas and papaya at dawn and waiting for them to land on the feeder is a magical way to start your day.
Villa Alma Libre is located is a small gated community on the north side of Atenas. It offers privacy, security and great views. The drive to the heart of the town takes less than 10 minutes or a 30 minute walk. The walk into town is easy and safe.
The property owners spend around 6 months of the year here, but love to share this serene property with guests while they aren’t here.
This Bali style house has an unique lay-out. The true allure of this property lies in its harmonious fusion of indoor and outdoor living. The living room has large floor to ceiling windows all around, making it a part of the nature around. The open kitchen has everything you need. The pool underwent an extensive renovation in November, 2024 and is gorgeous and inviting for chilling out in and for refreshing dips! The 2 bedrooms are located in the courtyard garden. The master bedroom had a kingsize bed and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a queen size bed and an ensuite bathroom. The property features several private terraces where you can unwind in the natural surroundings, listening to the gentle rustle of leaves and the hum and buzz of the Costa Rican rainforest. The well sized guesthouse has an open living, kitchen and sleeping area. It has a full bathroom . The main attraction is the deck that offers superb views. The way the guesthouse is positioned gives it a lot of privacy, making it ideal for guests who travel together, but also like some privacy.
Our experienced property management team is ready to make your stay the best it can be. After booking they will send you an email with all the information you need to prepare for your stay. During your stay they are always just a phone call away. As an additional service to our house guests, they offer airport transfers, reliable car rentals and a variety of quality tours. They can arrange for you to have your fridge stocked with your favorite groceries upon arrival, or have a home cooked meal ready for you on your arrival day. For special occasions they can have a local chef come to the house to prepare a gourmet dinner. What to think of a relaxing massage at the property, it can all be arranged.
In the house you will find a guest manual that gives you all the information that you need on the property, the town of Atenas (restaurants, shops, medical assistance) and the extra services offered to our guests.
The standard rate is based on 4 people staying at the main house. If you want more privacy and use the casita, there will be a $20 per day fee. For every extra guest above 4, there is a $20 per person per night extra guest fee. The use of the casita is included in this fee. For guests staying longer than 14 days, a bi-weekly cleaning is included.
Check in: Between 4 PM and 9 PM. Check-out: Before 10 AM We can be flexible at special requests and if possible,
Keywords: Tranquility, view. privacy, pool, outside living, nature at it´s best.
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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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Atenas
Located in Atenas, this villa is in the mountains. Rock Bridge and Aguacate Mines are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita and Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Parque Viva or Guillermo Vargas Roldan Stadium.
Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
Parque Viva - 21 min drive - 20.4 km
Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center - 23 min drive - 21.4 km
Palmares Church - 27 min drive - 15.4 km
City Mall - 30 min drive - 30.3 km
Getting around
San Antonio de Belen Station - 29 min drive
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Balcón del Café - 3 min walk
ŌMi Sushi Bar - 2 min walk
La Trilla de Vega - 5 min walk
Plaza Atenas - 4 min walk
Tica's Cafe - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise!?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise! on 8 May, 2026 start from S$242, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Unique Bali style villa with incredible views. A nature lovers paradise! located?
Situated in the mountains, this villa is within 9 miles (15 km) of Palmares Church, Rock Bridge and Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita. Aguacate Mines and Minas Del Aguacate are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Excellent vacation property. The house is lovely and fully equipped. The pool is wonderful and I had many naps in the hammock. Birds, iguanas and other wildlife abounds the property. The house is located a short hop to town and very close to highway 27 taking you to Santa Ana eastbound or Jaco westward.
David B.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec, 2025
Hello David! We are so happy you enjoyed your time at Villa Alma Libre and had relaxing time in the pool and the hammock! Please come again!
Great property, lots of light, brilliant views. More beautiful in reality than the photos. Good support from the property managers.
Dan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2025
Hi Dan! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Villa Alma Libre! And Piet and Yvonne are amazing, we love them. Please do come back one day again!
Wonderful location and fabulous Bali style home. The pool was a hit with our eleven year old granddaughter.
Ed F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2025
Hi Ed! Thank you for your review and we are so glad you enjoyed Villa Alma Libre and that your granddaughter had much fun in the newly renovated pool! We hope to have you return again to visit!
Words can’t express how great this property is. The check in process with Yvonne was amazing….she met us in town and we followed her to the house. When I talk about letting your soul relax, this is that kind of place. This property allowed us to fully disconnect and recharge. Nothing like the smell of fresh limes coming out of the bedrooms in the morning, hearing the monkeys call to each other, the sunrises over the valley and watching the amazing rainstorms. Hummingbirds and butterflies filled the property and we had lots of laughs listening to the iguanas on the roof. Piet and Yvonne were quick to respond and nothing delayed our experience. We can’t wait to go back!
Stephanie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Hi Stephanie! It is so wonderful to hear how much Vila Alma Libre enveloped you with serenity and nature via all your senses! We agree that Yvonne and Piet are amazing! Thank you so much for staying with us and please do come back again. Mi casa es tu casa!
The villa is enchanting with spectacular setting and incredible views. Property is very well maintained and managed. Great town and lots to see. Excellent place to chill out. Very quiet. Lots of bird life and wonderful butterfly gardens. People are very friendly. A abundance of very good restaurants nearby. Shopping for food supplies is easy and close by. We’re coming back next year.
Mel S.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2024
Dear Mel,
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It warms our hearts to know you have enjoyed the magic of Villa Alma Libre as much as we do. We also love that you enjoyed the area! We are so glad you are coming back next year! Shani and Kevin
Absolutely Beautiful House! View just like described! We were 3 couples, and we all loved the stay. From the awakening of the various birds signing to a beautiful forest view! The house has everything your normal home would have.
Very well secure with a gated community.
Definity recommend it!
Santiago V.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2024
Dear Santiago,
Than you so much for your review and for enjoying this little piece of paradise! We are glad you could enjoy the whole property and found you had everything you needed! Please come visit us again!
Absolutely gorgeous villa and surroundings. We were speechless the moment the gate opened.
Property managers did an excellent job of showing us around and assisting with booking a massage at the house with Marcella who provided an awesome massage. Best relaxation holiday.. Ever.
We did not want to leave and look forward to returning.
Thank you for sharing you gorgeous home.
You need to stay here. The villa has a beautiful yet casual Balinese style. The casita is spectacular for an extra couple. The views of the layers of mountain and the lighted up valley below at night are spectacular, whether you’re in/around the pool or on the casita back deck. A bit of rain (we went in October) helps cool things down in the afternoons and we mostly sat outside under the covered deck to enjoy it. Almost all mornings were sunny. House managers Piet & Yvonne are very helpful, responsive and delightful. We loved Atenas and especially the community of people. There are lots of places to go to and enjoy the outdoors. You can also hike just out your door, and we mostly just enjoyed the area, which were both relaxing and refreshing for us. Loved every minute of it. But really, the villa and the view, it’s very hard to find that somewhere else.
Tom V.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2024
Dear Tom,
Thank you for the wonderful review and we are so glad you enjoyed Villa Alma Libre and the Atenas area so much! We are always so thrilled when our guests love the property as much as we do!
Piet and Yvonne truly are incredible property managers and we are very grateful to them for the care they extend to our guests!
Please do come stay with us again! We love return guests/now Villa Alma Libre extended family members!
My husband and I enjoyed our 8 nights here. Peaceful and easy to just relax. Close to everything in town but secluded perch to enjoy your time away. Of course, Piet & Yvonne are amazing, we love staying at one of their properties. Only thing I would change is having the gardeners descend on the property for 4-5 hours one morning during our stay. The exhaust from the power tools made it so we had to close up the house. They are all over, even right outside the bedrooms so we could not enjoy the house that day until they departed. Other than the gardeners, everything is just perfect! So many places to enjoy the view. Beds are comfy and so is the couch. Newly refurbished pool is wonderful. A little solar heat would be helpful because it is chilly. The hummingbirds are so plentiful over by the casita, loved watching them. I highly recommend staying here. We have stayed in a lot of houses in Atenas and so far this one is the best!!
Dawn S.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Feb, 2025
Hi Dawn and thank you so much for the wonderful review and recommendation. We are so happy you found Villa Alma Libre to be peaceful and so easy to sink into. There is something about the energy here that is just so zen and special. We are so happy the hummingbirds were so present for you as well!
We are very sorry that the gardeners were so intrusive during your stay. This is not acceptable and we will make sure that they are more quiet in future.
Thank you so much once again and we look forward to welcoming you back some day to your home away from home!
The first impression of this very unique house was pure excitement. Loved the unusual layout and the perfect views from every angle. Lots of opportunities to see the Flora and Fauna that Costa Rica has to offer. Spent a lot of time on the Casita terrace to watch Motmot, Hummingbirds, Butterflies, and even a white faced monkey.
As an alert to future residents: If you are dependent on reliable wi-fi, this is not a good location. Personally, I would also like to see a much more upscale pool, preferably with solar heat and a bit better accessibility.
Get ready to share your abode with the typical Costa Rican flying and crawling critters. :)
Overall, it was a wonderful place to stay, with better stocked pantry of everyday necessities than we have ever experienced. Thank you for sharing your home!
Karin M.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May, 2024
Dear Karin,
Thank you so much for your lovely review and we are so glad you and your company enjoyed your stay at Villa Alma Libre enjoying all that nature has to offer here.
We are considering upgrading to Starlink to supply a better wi-if connection. Wi-fi can be tricky here in Costa Rica at times! I understand any frustration you may have had and send our apologies! Most of the time it is a good connection for digital nomads, but if there is a power outage or a tropical storm there may be delays.
We are planning a renovation to the pool, hopefully later this year!
Villa Alma Libre offers the best of indoor/outdoor living, complete with flying and crawling critters yes! It is all part of the rustic elegance we offer here. Bug spray and citronella candles do help as well and closing the doors as it draws to darkness to keep flying insects away from the lights inside. We also have an electric bug catcher in the back bedroom wing.
We are glad you enjoyed the fully stocked kitchen! We recently added an air fryer!
We hope you come back to enjoy the ambiance and serenity of Villa Alma Libre…
A 5 star rating isn't high enough for this property! This is by far the best home away from home we have ever stayed in and we highly recommend it for your stay in the Central Valley. The house is absolutely beautiful with 180 degree vistas - you can watch the sun rise and the sun set right from several different vantage points. There are lots of places to sit both inside and outside. The kitchen is fully stocked with every kind of dish, utensil, glass and appliance you can possibly need. The hosts have thought of everything - right down to coffee travel mugs, water bottles and a cooler for your adventures. It was just the two of us, but the house can easily accommodate two couples with a third in the casita with everyone having more than enough space to feel comfortable and relaxed.
We saw and heard dozens of types of birds, and were visited by toucans, motmots, hummingbirds and a laughing falcon - it's like being in the jungle with the convenience of town not far away.
This was our fourth visit to Costa Rica, and our third to Atenas. The location of this home is perfect - it's easy to get into town (we even walked twice) and we went on day trips to Braullio Carillo, Monteverde, Punteranas, San Ramon, Hacienda Alsacia and Alajuela. No matter where we went, though, we always wanted to be back in time to enjoy relaxing time at Alma Libre.
JoanneDerek C.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2024
Dear Joanne and Derek,
Thank you for your glowing review! It sounds like Vila Alma Libre surrounded you in all it's glory and we are so honoured to be able to share the magic of this place with others such as yourselves! It sounds like you got in a great mix of leisure and activity! Please come back and stay with us again! Shani and Kevin
Verified
6/10 Okay
asedf d.
9 Jul, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice but looking for NEW home as advertised
The place was nice but not what we expected. We wanted to stay in a Newer updated light place. The listing claimed it was NEW however I think that pertained to a "New listing". The photos on the listing were photoshopped I believe. The house is darker inside. You had to have the lights on in the daytime. The kitchen was fully stocked and the bbq was pretty new the beds were comfortable but the water was not warm. I like to rinse my dishes in HOT water and have a warm shower. I called the property manager and I was told that the water is solar heated and there wasn't a lot of sun on the days we stayed so tepid showers is what we had. The master shower was kind of cool cause you felt like you in the jungle. Would have been nice to have a warm shower. The property managers were very attentive. One thing also there is a safe but it does not work I was told we had a key but there was NO key on the keychain. Overall we were disappointed because we expected a newer home and it's clearly a worn older home so our experience was not what we expected.
asedf d.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2024
Hello Cathi,
Thank you for staying at our home!
We are so sorry to hear your expectations were not met by our charming Villa! You are right in stating that the listing is new and not the house. We apologize that this caused confusion. We will amend that in the listing.
The photos on the listing are not photoshopped at all and were taken with an iPhone. We find the house to be very bright as it is mostly windows! It truly depends on if it is sunny or overcast outside! Our home is called rustic elegance because it the home is about 20 years old but has a unique charm and elegance to it. If you were looking for new and modern then I can understand you feeling disappointed. The pictures and the YouTube video in the listing shows Villa Alma Libre for everything it has to offer.
I am sorry the water was not as warm as you would have liked. We are considering putting in a hot water heater currently.
We do thank you for your feedback as we are always striving to improve our guests experiences!
What an incredible stay we had at this beautiful home! The safety and convenience of being close to town and yet to be surrounded by nature was the perfect combo. Birdsong and nature were our alarm clock. What a great way to wake up! Every morning we would open all the sliding 'walls' and invite the outdoors in to create the seamless transition of indoor to outdoor living. We would sit on the comfortable loungers and sip delicious costa rican coffee overlooking the mountains and valley. We made good use of the BBQ and enjoyed our dinners at the outdoor table with amazing views. Even the dinner clean up was enjoyable..looking out at the serene courtyard garden and water fountain. In that garden is a generous lime tree which we also took advantage of..(think home made margaritas!). We used the pool every day. The water was refreshing. We were pleasantly surprised to find a weight set and yoga mats on the deck. We enjoyed every space this home has to offer. I found myself just wandering around taking in all the beautiful views from every vantage point..they are endless! The mattress was very comfortable. The sitting areas off each bedroom were lovely and could provide a quiet, private space if needed. The kitchen had everything we needed to make ourselves at home. We didnt want for anything..(except maybe a juicer for those limes! Lol) We saw lots of hummingbirds, a toucan, eguanas, even white faced monkeys one day! And hardly any flying bugs! Wonderful home and vacation!!!
Stephanie B.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May, 2024
Dear Stephanie,
We love so much that you have found so many spaces in Villa Alma Libre to your liking! Your attention to fine details is so special! We are so so happy you loved your stay with us. Please come join us again. And we will make sure to get a juicer for ease of margarita making! :)
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