Private Mountain House with Stunning Views, Pool, Waterfall. Adventures and Rest | House in Turrialba

Escape to one of Costa Rica's most beautiful, off-the-beaten-path destinations, just 1.5 hours from San José International Airport. Our private retreat offers stunning 180-degree panoramic views, a private waterfall, a refreshing pool, many amenities, and expansive grounds filled with tropical fruit trees. Perfect for those seeking relaxation and adventure, this sanctuary allows you to unplug, unwind, and fully recharge in complete privacy. Book now for an unforgettable Costa Rican getaway!
Turrialba is a place with extreme adventure and beauty. Our property sits overlooking the gorgeous Turrialba Valley. From our deck, you can have commanding views, all while listening to our private waterfall a few meters away.
Spend your whole time here relaxing and contemplating the ever-changing cloud formations and stunning views and call it a great vacation, or mix your deep rest with exciting adventures.
THE SPACE
Our house has a Rustic/Modern/Simple Style designed for mostly outdoor living.
This is a comfortable house, with a private waterfall, filled with serenity and with stunning 180-degree panoramic views, perfect for relaxing and for working away from home.
House is ideal for family of 6. Additional sleeping arrangements can be made for 2 additional guests as both couches in the living room are futons, and we have 2 folding individual beds.
The kitchen comes fully equipped with all appliances needed for you to prepare meals. Breakfast is not included with rental.
THE HOUSE FEATURES:
3 Bedrooms (1 king bed and 2 full beds) 2.5 Baths
Each Bedroom has a Desk, Lamp, and Closet
Fiber Optic High Speed Internet (300 Mbps), very reliable at all times
Computer monitor
Professionally Maintained Pool
Fully-Equipped Kitchen with Electric Stove with Oven, Fridge/Freezer, Coffee-Maker, Microwave, Rice-Maker, Slow-Cooker, Electric Kettle, Instant Pot, Waffle Maker, Vegetable Shredder, etc.
Washer and Dryer
Comfortable Living Room Area
Indoor Dining Area as well as a spacious Outside Dinning Area with unique wood designed tables
Foldable Bamboo Laptop Breakfast Table ideal for working in bed or in lounge chairs in the deck
Lots of Outside Sitting and Working Areas
OUR PROPERTY ALSO HAS:
Private Waterfall
Real Jungle in the Back of Property
Romantic City Lights View at Night
Hammocks
Trampoline
Half Basketball Court
Fire Pit and Free Wood
Some Trails and Space for Hiking
ACTIVITIES IN THE AREA: You can visit or do the following:
- Waterfall Rapelling or Canyoning, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse-Riding, and Zip-Lining.
- Active Volcán Turrialba with its magical Burned Forest and tour Volcán Irazú too.
- Kayaking or Rafting Trip in our world-famous Pacuare River (rated one of the Top 5 White Water Rafting Rivers in the World).
- Coffee Plantation and a Coffee Processing Plant (one of the largest in Costa Rica).
- Birding Tours with professional tour guides to discover and enjoy more than 300 different birds in the area, including the Quetzal, considered one the most beautiful birds on earth.
- Pre-Columbine ruins at El Guayabo National Monument.
- Waterfall in enchanting Aquiares, a small, picturesque town nearby, and several other waterfalls as well with beautiful hiking trails.
- Old Church Ruins at Cartago, and drive around beautiful rural settings on your way there and back.
- Paraglide enjoying the spectacular valley below.
- El Catie, an international Tropical Agricultural Research Center with tropical plants from all over the world.
- Painting Classes with the local artist who painted our mural.
- Visit La Marta Wildlife Refuge an hour away from us. Considered by UNESCO as a world Heritage Site.
- Swim at a Crystal Clear River in the wild near a Cocoa Plantation where you can learn about how organic chocolate is made.
- Stroll through Downtown Turrialba, stopping for delicious pastries.
- Go to the Marketplace to discover Exotic Fruits.
And many other activities that can make for an unforgettable and pleasurable vacation.
Guest access
We would love to meet you as you arrive to give you the keys. We will show you around the property and answer any questions you may have.
Check-In time is at 3pm, and Check-Out time is at 11am.
There is a concrete and stone road towards the house. If it is raining hard, a normal car may have some difficulty getting up to the house since the slope is somewhat steep. A 4X4 car is recommended. In normal weather road is OK for all cars.
Our property is right off the National Route 230.
We are 12-15 min. away from downtown Turrialba in car.
San Jose is 90 min. away, and San Jose Airport about 2 hours away
We are within an hour or less of most attractions and activities.
Some tour companies in the area offer one-day or longer tours to La Fortuna/Volcán Arenal area.
Turrialba is a nice stop between San Jose Airport and Puerto Viejo.
Same day trip to the beaches is possible. Trip in car is about 3 hours to either Jaco beaches in the Pacific side or Puerto Viejo beaches on the Atlantic side.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
We love long-stays! This is a perfect place to work remotely.
We welcome children of all ages, but we consider this property not suitable for families with toddlers or between the early walking stages to 2 years-old due to the deck’s height. It is the parents’ responsibility to provide supervision to their toddlers at all times. Older children will definitely enjoy their stay here playing in the guava trees, pool, trampoline, soccer field area, basketball court, and running around the extensive property grounds.
Luggage drop-off is available if you get to the area before check in time or have a late departure.
Pool not to be used when there is thunder and lightning. We recommend adult supervision when kids use the pool and trampoline.
Due to our fruit trees, in certain times of the year, flies come into the house, and they can be pesky. We have fly swatters, an organic repellent, and a fan available if needed. Not a big problem, but we prefer to mention it.
Average temperature is in the mid 70 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no air conditioning. The mountain air and breeze is incredible, although there might be an occasional afternoon where it might feel a little warm inside the bedrooms, but not outside.
There is hot water in the showers but not in the kitchen or bathroom faucets as it is typical in Costa Rica.
Detailed List of Activities in the Area and House Manual, with recommended items to bring and additional information, are available after reservation is confirmed.
As this is an off the beaten path area in Costa Rica, not a lot of local people speak English, but guides and tour companies do. You should be OK ordering at restaurants. We are here to help in any way we can.
Our past guests rave about the beauty, peacefulness, and privacy of our property, its unmatched panoramic views, and about the beauty of this area of Costa Rica. A full week would not be enough to experience all the adventures available in the area!
Come and experience it all yourself!