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Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica

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Una piscina rodeada de palmeras y plantas en macetas, con un muro de piedra y un edificio al fondo.
Un patio techado al aire libre con ventilador de techo, zona de estar y plantas en macetas.
Una sala de estar con sofá, sillón, mesa de centro y una silla.
Una casa con porche cubierto, zona de barbacoa y césped cuidado.
Una cocina con refrigerador, cafetera y ventana con vistas a árboles.

Opiniones

10 de 10,
Excepcional

Aspectos destacados

  • Espacios naturales
    Los huéspedes destacan el espacio al aire libre del lugar.
  • Sala de juegos o videojuegos
    Una opción poco común: sala de juegos o videojuegos para todas las edades.
  • Ubicación céntrica
    Aprovecha la cercanía a los lugares que necesites gracias a una ubicación práctica.
1 habitación1 baño2 personas

Servicios principales

  • Balcón
  • Servicio de limusina o auto con chofer disponible
  • Alberca
  • Sala de juegos o videojuegos
  • Estación de carga de vehículos eléctricos
  • Aire acondicionado

Explora la zona

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  • Place, Minas del Aguacate
    ‪22 min en auto‬
  • Place, Parque nacional Carara
    ‪41 min en auto‬
  • Place, Playa de Puntarenas
    ‪45 min en auto‬

Habitaciones y camas

1 habitación (para 2 personas)

Habitación 1

1 cama individual

Habitación 2

1 cama King

1 baño

Baño 1

Bidet · Excusado · Solo regadera

Ambientes

Deck o patio
Cobertizo o lanai
Cocina
Con balcón
Área de juegos al aire libre
Jardín
Área de comedor

Información de la propiedad

Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica

Our one bedroom guest house, rents by seven day minimum, weekly, or monthly, long term renters are welcome. Features a King Sized Bed, balcony, patio and high speed broad band. Perfect for working at home, honeymooners, and retired couples. Large private pool, complete with showers and washroom facilities. Temperatures range from 25 to 32 degrees Celsius which holds the pool temperature comfortable for swimming or massaging with the Jacuzzi Jets.
The Property is beautifully landscaped and maintained. Rooms have A/C and ceiling fans, cable TV, and high speed internet.
Located 45 minutes from Juan Santamaria International Airport and the newly developed area of Escazu and Santa Ana, for those who want to shop.
The beaches of Herradura, Jaco and Esterillos are 45 minutes away for golfing surfing, walking, or biking on the beach.
Beautiful sun sets.



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Reglas de la propiedad

Hora de inicio del check-in: 15:00
Edad mínima para rentar: 30
Hora límite del check-out: 11:00
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Niños

Solo para adultos
When accompanied by a responsible guest
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Eventos

No se permiten eventos
No tents or camping allowed on site.
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Mascotas

No se aceptan mascotas
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Fumar

No se permite fumar
Smoking is not allowed on the property.
Respect the surrounding environment, birds, plants & wild life.
Please use recycling containers and compost areas provided.
Park in designated parking area only.

Información importante

Información importante

Número de registro de propiedad: 379792
No. de propiedad: 379792vb
Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
Esta propiedad acepta efectivo
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
Nota del anfitrión: No tents or camping allowed on site.
El anfitrión indicó que no hay detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, aunque hay aparatos que funcionan con gas, por lo que se recomienda llevar un detector portátil
El anfitrión indicó que no hay detector de humo en la propiedad
El equipamiento de seguridad de esta propiedad incluye extintor de incendios, botiquín de primeros auxilios y cerradura de alta seguridad
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.

Información de la zona

San Mateo

Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en la zona centro y en un río, en San Mateo. La belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Parque nacional Carara y Playa Chacarita, y los puntos de interés incluyen Centro recreativo Las Musas y Paseos a caballo Hacienda Las Agujas. ¿Viajas con niños? No te pierdas La Casa de la Cultura y Zoo Ave. En la zona, puedes practicar actividades como paseos en jet ski y kayaks, o disfrutar del aire libre mientras haces ciclismo y paseos a pie o ciclismo en senderos.
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Qué hay cerca

  • Minas del Aguacate - A 22 min en auto - 16.8 km
  • Minas del Aguacate - A 22 min en auto - 16.8 km
  • Parque nacional Carara - A 41 min en auto - 35.0 km
  • Playa de Puntarenas - A 45 min en auto - 35.8 km
  • Parque Viva - A 54 min en auto - 53.0 km

Medios de transporte

  • Aeropuerto Internacional Juan Santamaría (SJO), San José - 68 min en auto

Restaurantes

  • ‪La Tranka - ‬A 11 min a pie
  • ‪Soda "Bocadito - ‬A 12 min en auto
  • ‪Bar y Mirador Aeromar - ‬A 12 min en auto
  • ‪Soda El Ranchito - ‬A 6 min en auto
  • ‪Los Sabores De Tía Mara - ‬A 6 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Hay alberca en Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica?

Sí, la propiedad cuenta con alberca al aire libre.

¿Cuánto cuesta hospedarse en Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica?

Al 8 oct. 2026, los precios encontrados para una estancia de 1 noche para 2 adultos en Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica el 8 ene. 2027 serán a partir de $1,124 MXN, sin impuestos y cargos incluidos. Este precio es con base en el precio por noche más bajo encontrado en las últimas 24 horas para estancias en los próximos 30 días. Los precios están sujetos a cambios. Elige las fechas para obtener precios más exactos.

¿Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica acepta mascotas?

No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.

¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica?

Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica?

Hora de inicio de check-in: 15:00.

¿A qué hora es el check-out en Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica?

El check-out es a las 11:00.

¿Dónde se encuentra Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica?

En en un río, esta casa de vacaciones para familias se encuentra a 32 km (20 mi) de Puerto Caldera, Playa Chacarita y Mercado municipal de San Ramón. Parque nacional Carara y Museo de San Ramón también se encuentran a 32 km (20 mi).

Opiniones

10

Excepcional

Las opiniones se muestran en orden cronológico, y están sujetas a un proceso de revisión y verificación, a menos que se indique lo contrario.
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Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 41 de 42 opiniones
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 1 de 42 opiniones
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 0 de 42 opiniones
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 0 de 42 opiniones
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 42 opiniones

9.8/10

Limpieza

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Comunicación

9.6/10

Ubicación

10/10

Veracidad del anuncio

Opiniones

Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Grace and Ivan were the best. Always helpful and accommodating and full off info. The facility was excellent.Always fun with Grace and Ivan.
Se hospedó 31 noches en enero de 2026
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 7 may. 2026
Barry and Clair are world travelers and avid golfers with funny stories, easy to please. Great guests we would love to have them back.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Hidden Gem in San mateo

Best place to stay for the true culture of costa rica. The Host and Hostess were fantastic they made our stay feel like we were right at home. The property is well maintained and beautiful.
Se hospedó 10 noches en marzo de 2025
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 7 may. 2026
When your guests are this easy to get along with it makes hosting most enjoyable, we would love to have them back.
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

The only thing more lovely than the casita were the hosts.

Great location, near one national park and not too far from others and the water. Beautiful cottage, exactly as described. The hosts were truly wonderful. Can't wait to get back.
Se hospedó 5 noches en noviembre de 2016
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
Grace and I thoroughly enjoyed having Jack and Joan, it is always nice having well traveled guests to share experiences of places visited in an interesting time. Grace and Ivan
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Excellent

Excellent
Se hospedó 17 noches en diciembre de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 15 feb. 2023
Looking forward to seeing Richard and Ellen back.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Our month long holiday

It was wonderful! Our hosts helped us see the country and drove us around to different sites. They were kind and generous with us. The guesthouse was perfect too. It has everything you'd need. We'd definitely recommend staying in here.
Se hospedó 28 noches en febrero de 2023
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 5 mar. 2023
Anne and Brad were great guests, easy to please, quick to smile, and Brad was good company while watching the Great game of hockey. Evan if his team didn't do too well!!!!!!
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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The best!

Love the casita owned and operated by Grace and Ivan. Property is rural and secluded but close to everything one might need or want. A vehicle is a definite must. Grace and Ivan are fantastic hosts who will provide all the information you need or leave you alone if all you want is a restful escape from reality.
Se hospedó 48 noches en enero de 2025
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 7 mar. 2025
Tom and Carol are both world travelers and easy to accommodate , Grace and I hope to meet them one day on their turf. 15/2 & 18 is 20.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Wonderful Casita close to Ecovilla

We came to San Mateo to visit the area and meet with builders for our new property in San Mateo Ecovilla. Ivan and Grace are really great and were helpful with great feedback and recommendations about San Mateo. They have 5 dogs that are very well behaved and friendly, but are also well trained to stay off the terrace of the casita. We had a wonderful time and plan to stay there again.
Se hospedó 7 noches en octubre de 2024
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 12 nov. 2024
Wonderful guests who appreciate the help we were able to give, even when hot water was a problem, not so anymore. would love to have them back. Grace & Ivan.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Grace's Guesthouse is the best!

The casita is beautiful, spacious, clean, private and very well-equipped. Internet is fast and reliable. Local amenities are conveniently close. Can use Uber or taxi for local trips. Quiet scenic walks. Hosts Grace and Ivan are the best. Friendly and helpful beyond any normal expectation.
Se hospedó 28 noches en diciembre de 2021
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 21 ene. 2022
Their are guests that make their welcome a real pleasure, to accommodate needs present and future, Bret and Erin are world travelers both of whom have this quality, Grace and I wish them all the best in their future responsible endeavors, Oh for a goods nights sleep! Sincerely Grace & Ivan
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Ours for a month

We enjoyed this lovely property. We stayed a month. The owners were very helpful. They went out of thier way to make sure we had everything we needed. And told us some great places to go to see the animals we were interested in seeing. We had our computer, TV.
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
Always interesting and gratifying to hear our guests enjoyed their stay, Dale and Sondra were easy going and not hesitant to try new places, we wish them well and look forward to having future guests with such wonderful dispositions. Grace
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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We Had A Lovely Stay!

We can't say enough about our great stay in Grace & Ivan's Casita! Their home is in a quiet, peaceful, gorgeous location. All amenities needed are already in the home, beautiful pool & comfortable king size bed. Both Grace and Ivan went above and beyond and also helped us with our car repair problems-THANK YOU so much again! We take away from this nice stay a bonus of having two additional great people we call friends, Always Pamela and Josef
Se hospedó 8 noches en febrero de 2024
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 7 may. 2026
Great guests hope to have them back in the future.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Perfect Winter Getaway

The guest house is a beautiful cottage in the San Mateo country side. Great, well equipped, very homey & comfortable. The landscaping is stunning--so many different trees & flowers blooming. The pool was refreshing and you feel like you are in an oasis with the landscaping. Our hosts, Grace & Ivan, were fantastic. Very helpful giving us information on local sites (parks, beaches, restaurants) and directions. They took us to a look out in the mountains to see a spectacular sunset which we really enjoyed. We would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone wanting to go to Costa Rica.
Se hospedó 14 noches en febrero de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 27 feb. 2022
Terry and Karen were perfect guests, inquisitive experienced travelers, quick to laugh and integrate, a pleasure to host. Grace & Ivan
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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No le gustó: Ubicación

Welcoming and helpful owners

We had a great time staying at Grace's casita in San Mateo, the property is beautifully landscaped with lush gardens. The house was exceptionally clean with all amenities needed for our comfort. Grace and Ivan were very helpful in showing us around the different areas, where to shop, best beaches and much more. Although the property is located in a small town its ideally situated within close proximity to San Jose, and other provinces. The only thing I would recommend is that you need to have a rental car. Overall this was a wonderful vacation.
Se hospedó 29 noches en noviembre de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 15 feb. 2023
Lorna and Hugh were great guests who kept us abreast of what was happening in the great white north.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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San Mateo Costa Rica Vacation

Our stay at Grace's Guest House could not have been more perfect. Our hosts, Grace and Ivan, are commited to giving their guests the best Costa Rican experience. Graces suggestions from the best beaches and restaurants to where to park was spot on. Not to mention the perfect recipe for making your own American creamer! Our Costa Rican vacation was truly memorable. With out a doubt, the time spent with our hosts and the friendship that developed was the highlight of our trip. The guest house was very clean and had everything needed for a relaxing vacation. Both the indoor and outdoor areas were beautiful, relaxing and well taken care of. Ivan and Grace thank you for your gracious hospitality. We enjoyed our conversations, cofffee and time in the pool.
Se hospedó 7 noches en diciembre de 2024
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 19 dic. 2024
Michael and Tami were experienced travels from Alaska, the real great white north and were wonderful guests, easy conversation, with many interesting stories of family and travels. Mikes burritos were the best, and Teo didn't leave me any. HEAD UP, STICK DOWN, FEET MOVING, and you can't lose. All the best over the Holiday Season. Ivan and Grace
Opinión verificada

8/10 Buena

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Outstanding Hosts

Owners Grace and Ivan live on the property 50 Yards away in the main house. Wealth of information provided by them and very helpful in understanding the area. Made to feel very welcome there and Ivan had no problem with me borrowing items to keep the rental clean. Location is within 10 to 15 min drive to 2 smaller towns that will have most of what you need. San Mateo does have a good bakery. Jaco a bigger place with beach 30 miles away but will take an hour to get there. You will need a car at this property. Very friendly dogs on the property that will come and greet you most days, just need to let Grace know before leaving and coming back so dogs can be secured. Enjoyed our stay here and meeting with Grace and Ivan. Tao keeps the property well maintained and looking good.
Se hospedó 32 noches en noviembre de 2023
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 5 ene. 2024
Duane and Julie are world travelers and were easy to accommodate with regards to information required and Grace and I wish them all the best in their future travels.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Relaxing retreat!

We arrived at the end of August and stayed for a month. We decided not to rent a car because our hosts, Ivan and Grace, were available to take us (for an agreed upon fee) when we wanted to go for a restaurant meal (we mostly ate in), get groceries in San Mateo or Orotina or go to a dentist appointment in San Jose! They also picked us up after our first night in San Jose and then took us back to the airport at the end of our stay. They are a lovely couple and helpful with advice on restaurants and things to do. We had never stayed anywhere for a month and we were so glad we had a lovely spot from which to work and relax. The shared pool is absolutely divine, their grounds are well kept. The casita itself is just what you see in the pictures. As this was our 4th trip to CR we wanted to have just peace and quiet and that is what we got! Thank you Grace and Ivan for a lovely stay.
Se hospedó 28 noches en agosto de 2023
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 1 oct. 2023
Jim and Amy were world travelers and as such were easy to accommodate, Grace and I wish them all the best in their future endeavors. ,
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Fabulous in San Mateo

Fabulous. The house is as described, a private oasis on the large property that includes a superbly well maintained swimming pool. The magnificent large, old, tree right in front of the "casita" houses a variety of animals, including iguanas and squirrels. Sitting on the covered veranda in front of the "casita" allows for the quiet observation of more animals than you see in many natural parks, including a large variety of birds. Often, in the early morning, you can hear howler monkeys that are apparently in the large trees behind the property and a distant river. The "casita" itself is spacious, while its kitchen has all modern appliances that make it possible to live there conveniently and full time if desired. Necessary purchases can be made in one of the many retail outlets, a short taxi drive away. Spending part of the snowy northern winters in this place is a bit like being in paradise. The stay in this casita is further made very agreeable by the pleasant and helpful hosts, Grace and Ivan and their groundskeeper Teo. Yes, highly recommendable if you can get it.
Se hospedó 14 noches en marzo de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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A Little Bit of Paradise

This little gem of a place is the perfect spot for exploring the Costa Rican countryside and culture. It is located under an hour from the San Juan airport and less than an hour to beaches or mountains depending on which direction the wind takes you. Grace and Ivan have a lovely little casita surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. It is a quiet, cozy retreat that is impeccably maintained. We could not have asked for better hosts! Both Grace and Ivan speak English and they were incredibly helpful to a couple of non-spanish speaking gringos. They provided insights into local culture and travel advice for exploring days. They will help you with anything you need! They will provide transportation at a reasonable cost and are very willing to show you the sights and sounds of Costa Rica. We took advantage of their offers but we also rented a car for part of our stay which we highly recommend. We also enjoyed seeing Teo's (security/grounds keeper) smiling face each morning. The Costa Ricans are beautiful people with ready smiles and warm hearts. The country is clean and trash-free unlike other countries we have visited. If you want a great experience, give this place a whirl. You won’t regret it.
Se hospedó 14 noches en marzo de 2023
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 2 abr. 2023
How easy it is when your guests come with a positive attitude and interest in what they are about to experience. Peg and John were both, and their stay was way too short to accomplish what was in store, and Grace and I hope to see them back soon to continue. We hope to see others with their great curiosity about Costa Rica. Grace & Ivan
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Perfect for first time Costa Rica travelers!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We chose not to arrange transportation due to the high cost of the rental and fuel (they pay by the liter not the gallon). Ivan is an alertive and conscientious driver. We were not used to the driving there but got acquainted with it really quickly. Thanks to Ivan's driving skills, this was/is no concern. Ivan and Grace took us around to all of the spots we requested and helped us time our leaving so we would not get rained out as we came on the tail end of the rainy season and it rains very early in the afternoon. They charged us a very reasonable fee and saved us a ton on the transportation costs. The guest house is incredibly charming and the pool was great. We don't typically care for dogs, but their dogs are very friendly, mellow, and greeted us at the gate every day we returned. We really enjoyed ourselves and are thankful we stayed with them, as there were a lot of unknowns we would have been challenged with without their assistance. We even had the chance to hang out with their delightful friends and family. I highly recommend staying with them if you are looking for an authentic experience and need someone to hold your hand through the experience. Thank you Ivan and Grace! God bless.
Se hospedó 6 noches en julio de 2017
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
Freddy and Serobia were a delightful couple, interesting to talk to, and very polite, appreciative, and easy to please, would love to have them back in the future. Our casita was left as if no one had stayed there, making ready for our next guests a breeze. Grace and I wish them well in all their future endeavours.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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4 Weeks of Excellence - second time in CR

All is true as per the previous on line 5 STAR reviews of Grace's Guest House Set in a rural area the location is fairly central to all of our interests (beaches, golfing, nature, sight seeing, shopping, restaurants and supplies) The car rental was essential for us.All in all great vacation as Ivan and Grace took us to places we would have never found on our own. The Casita was perfect for our needs and very well equipped as well as being privately located on the property. The property is truly a resort like setting( giant banyon trees, manicured hedges and variety of plants and flowers and iguanas and birds). Only steps from a well maintained pool. As for the hosts, Grace and Ivan are simply the best. You will not find finer people. We knew them for many years from when they lived in Canada but really got to KNOW them this past month. What a pleasure and a treat. Ivan and I coached our son's hockey team years ago so we had a lot in common .We are both Edmonton oiler fans and we got all the games on TV so good. And Grace, a real pistol with a huge heart. She has 5 rescue dogs that she has taken in. We called them our Walmart greeters as they happily met us at the gate every time we returned to the Casita. Great to meet Grace's CR family and friends .Grace and Claire clicked well. Don't worry about the doggy-do-do as Teo the grounds keeper and security guard was out every 6:00AM searching and picking up after the doggies.On days off Ivan or Grace had the pleasure.
Se hospedó 29 noches en enero de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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casita stay

very nice property and very helpful hosts.
Se hospedó 14 noches en marzo de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 18 may. 2022
Jerry and Sue were great guests, good travelers, inquisitive, took the time to see as much as possible as time allowed. Hope to see them back in the future. Ivan & Grace
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

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Best Hosts Ever

1st the property: The casita itself is immaculately maintained and clean from top to bottom. It comes with everything you might need to enjoy a comfortable stay in San Mateo. The yard is beautiful and equally attended to complete with fruit trees and tropical plants (the large tree in the middle is amazing). The pool is large and accessible for all swim levels as there is a shallow seating area perfect for younger children. Also well cared for. Next the hosts: Ivan and Grace made us feel welcome and comfortable from the moment we arrived until the end of our stay. They asked us what groceries we might want to have stocked ahead of time and cooled down the casita before our arrival (which was after midnight). We were fond of them right off the bat and by the end of the week we felt like members of their extended family. We took in our am coffees together and enjoyed many conversations. They catered to us beyond what anyone would expect and made us feel right at home. We loved all 5 of their well-behaved dogs who filled the void from missing our own. The place is perfect whether you'd like privacy or to be in the company of the finest people you'd ever meet. Thank you Ivan, Grace, Teo (groundskeeper) and perros Lobo, Toto, Benji, Roxy and Doggie!! We can't wait to see you again soon! - Nancy, Jeremy & Canyon
Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2021
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 8 may. 2021
Nancy, Jeremy, & Canyon are travellers who can adapt to their environment with ease, which makes hosting very easy, they are easy going and friendly, Canyon is a load of laughs with great GUN's and love for animals, Doggy already misses him. Grace & I wish them all the best in their future endeavours.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Beautiful spot - Highly recommend!

Grace and Ivan's casita was perfect for what we wanted / needed. The Casita itself is spacious and set far enough back from the main house that privacy is not an issue. Our hosts Grace and Ivan Lund are exceptional to the max - they speak both English and Spanish and are pleased to help with anything - and were even kind enough to be our tour guides on a couple of outings. We highly recommend this Casita for anyone wanting to stay in that area.
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
It is always a pleasure to host Guests with positive appreciation for the beauty of Costa Rica and the area we reside in. We always ask how we can improve their stay act promptly to requests. Joanne, a salad spinner has been added. Thank You Grace and Ivan
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Wonderful guesthouse! Relax and enjoy!

We would absolutely stay again at Grace's Guesthouse! The owners/hosts ~ Ivan and Grace Lund are "great people"! Kind, friendly, funny, extremely helpful and also very knowledgeable about the area. Grace's Guesthouse ~ the 'casita' ~ has personality, charm, and privacy. The casita and property are extemely well maintained, beautifully decorated and landscaped. Whether you stay a week or four weeks as we did the casita has all you will need and if you're missing something or have a question just check with Grace, Ivan or their 'right-hand man' Tao! There is a very handy laundry room in the casita, covered carport just steps away, and a wonderful covered veranda to sit out on ~ for meals, reading, listening/watching for the many birds, visiting with Ivan, Grace or Tao, or watching the amazing sunsets. The pool is just a short walk down a paved path which is partially shaded by an enormous tree! The pool is large and very well maintained. It is great for floating or lap swimming! The pool area has deck chairs, pool floats, music, and a convenient changing room/bathroom. Grace's guesthouse was very convenient for us as it was a quiet place to enjoy time by the pool and convenient to travel to many sights ~ National Parks of Manuel Antonio and Carara, Rainmaker Conservation Project and the LaPaz Waterfall Gardens just to name a few we went to. We were also able to take a 5 mile hike right from the casita, shop at a local farmers market in San Matteo, shop in Orotina, meet some of Grace's wonderful family, and eat at several local sodas. We woke many mornings to the sounds of howler monkeys, roosters, and owls! With the help of Tao we saw green iguanas, different lizards, and a variety of birds. To top it all off we enjoyed making friends with Ivan and Grace's six dogs ~ ALL very well behaved! We were greeted each morning with a tail wag!! To sum up this long review ~ we look forward to a return visit to see Grace, Ivan, Tao and our six new 'fur' friends! :-)
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
Tim and Kim were wonderful Quests and the type of travellers any property owner would love to entertain, we would be delighted to have them return, well knowing there are many places in the world to see and so little time in the next 100 years to get there. We wish them all the best in their future endeavours. Grace and Ivan
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10/10 Excelente

Leave the Cold behind, Winter in the Safe Quiet Paradise of Costa Rica is exactly right!

We spent two weeks at Grace and Ivan’s Casita and it was “Paradise”. Firstly, Grace and Ivan are just amazing they made sure we were comfortable and treated us just like family. They invited us to their traditional family Christmas dinner, which was amazing in itself and such a pleasure to meet their family! The casita is surrounded by beautiful trees, plants and flowers and inside was just as beautiful and so comfortable. It has everything you need (even an ice maker, rice cooker, blender, it’s all there) and the Apple TV was perfect for us “Winnipeg Jets Hockey Fans”. Keith and Ivan had so much in common especially when it came to hockey and Keith really enjoyed chatting with Ivan (often to the point of interrupting his work day :)) We also really enjoy having their dogs around, they are all so friendly and love to be around people. We did have a vehicle as we were travelling to various parts of CR but Grace and Ivan were more than willing to drive us to different places, which was great as they are so knowledgeable about the area and can recommend things to do and see. Great hosts and tour guides! We have formed a friendship with Grace and Ivan and will be returning to their Casita on our next trip to CR!
Se hospedó 14 noches en diciembre de 2017
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
World travelers, interested in everything, easy going , undemanding, Kieth and April were wonderful guests. I didn't know Winnipeg had a hockey team until Kieth and I watched a rather one-sided wash against Edmonton. I wish them both health and happiness in their future travels and really look forward to seeing them again if they should return to Costa Rica. Grace and Ivan
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10/10 Excelente

Pleased beyond expectation

This was our last stop on our three week CR getaway. It was awesome to meet the property owners and visit about life in Costa Rica. They provided us with information about tours and places to dine. We decided on Volcano Poaz but I forget about the advice to wear long pants and take a jacket but still glad we went. The views are up close and there is a small museum in the park. We also did the Calypso Tortuga Island Tour out of Puntarenas. We had a great time starting with breakfast and ending with the sunset. The casita is spacious, well stocked, comfortable, secure, and beautiful. The property is full of native trees and plants. It was cashew harvesting season and I was was happy to learn all about it. I loved the flavor of the natural nut and fruit.
Respuesta de VrboOwner, el 6 mar. 2020
Our guests Larry and Lisa were wonderful, well traveled, and knowledgable of common interests, such as organic gardening, we wish their stay was longer, and hope they return in the future, and maintain their positive energy and karma in their future endeavours . It is always gratifying for Grace and I to hear positive responses to this very beautiful and diverse country of Costa Rica. Ivan and Grace

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Anfitrión: Grace Lund

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Grace and Ivan live full time on the property where we keep busy with the Landscaping, and maintenance. I am Costa Rican and Ivan is Canadian, we love Costa Rica for it's friendly people and abundant plant and animal life.

Por qué eligió esta propiedad

After living in Canada for 28 years and raising two children, my Husband and I decided it was time to leave the Cold White North and find some peace, tranquility, and warmth. After travelling the country we decided to settle in the San Mateo area, the property produces avocados, mangos, lemons, oranges, star fruit, and attracts an abundance of exotic birds and wild life.

Qué distingue a esta propiedad

There are many amenities within a short drive from the property, waterfalls, beaches, golf, sport fishing, surfing, boating, restaurants, shopping, crocodile watching, adventure parks, which can be enjoyed on day trips. Then the tourist hustle can be left behind while you rest beside the pool and plan your next adventure.

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