Imagine waking up to freshly brewed Costa Rican coffee and breathing in crisp clean air while enjoying a view of picturesque mountains. Then, you spend the afternoon soaking in a private solar-heated infinity pool. Sound like paradise? This private gated villa is located in a safe, quiet, and peaceful neighborhood and is surrounded by immaculate gardens. The villa features European inspired decor. PRIVATE CHEF AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST . Parking available for a maximum of 3 vehicles. The master bedroom faces the garden and is outfitted with a 60” TV, a comfortable queen size bed, and a private full bathroom (bath tub and separate shower). The junior room features a 40” TV and a queen size bed. The third bedroom includes a working / office setting complete with a desk, chair and bookshelves. The second bathroom has a standing shower and vanity area. TVs have access to 60 stations. WiFi throughout the house.You have a scanner and a printer The open concept kitchen sits under a high ceiling creating an open and airy feel. It is fully equipped - dishwasher, stove-top over, microwave, toaster oven, fridge, and full sink. From the dining area (which includes a six-person dining table), you can step out into the patio for drinks. The patio includes a barbecue grill and a dart board. There is a laundry room on-site and a maid is available for 1.500 Colones per hour (for long-term stays). The villa is very secure, surrounded by six outdoor property cameras and the owners live next door. There are nice restaurants in the area and take out places that you can get to by taxi (very cheap fare). The property is less than 10 minutes by car from the center of Atenas. There are yoga classes every day in Atenas and you can have private massages at home by appointment. A great acupuncturist is very close by as well. The owners are happy to help you make arrangements! Large ceiling fans installed in the villa. Nature's air conditioning (the Costa Rican breeze) does the rest! To complete the total accommodation for 8 people, a separate private room is provided, separate from the main house, where 2 people can stay. It has a private bathroom.There is a french chef available upon request and a massagiste also. The guests have full access to the solar-heated infinity pool, patio, and laundry room. Owners are available next door to answer any questions, provide restaurant recommendations, and sight-seeing information. There is also a guest welcome book in the villa that offers complete information about activities, the area, and useful phone numbers / contacts. The neighborhood is quiet, private, and safe. We are located about 3km from the center of Atenas where you can find all kinds of stores and transportation. Taxis are easily and readily available as well - we can help you call one. We are close to public transportation and about 5 minutes away from the center of the town, which has nice stores, a supermarket, and restaurants. We are a one-hour drive from Jaco Beach and 35 minutes (by car) from the capital of San Jose where you will find plenty of museums to visit, nice restaurants, and shopping. We are also only a 35 minute drive from the airport (SJO). It is safe to walk around the property / neighborhood - you'll enjoy seeing local wildlife and all kinds of tropical flowers. The climate is mild throughout the day and the villa is located away from the hot and humid tropical climate that you'll find closer to the ocean. You are 45 minutes away from the ocean where you can surf. There are also many interesting excursions to the mountains, waterfalls, and volcano.