Paradise Peak -262 Five Star Reviews - Romantic Garden Villa with Jacuzzi

Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior

About this villa rental

Located in San José Province, this attractive villa for $72 per night is a great option for your next break. Birds, birds, birds! Recently, a experienced bird watcher identified 97 different birds in our area in one week! Million dollar view, mountain, rain forest, garden villa! $89 per night or $505 per week or $2020 per month. Let Paradise Peak be your vacation within a vacation where everyday is 74º F and every night is 60º F (plus or minus 7º F). That’s everyday of the year, the most perfect temperature range on earth! Our property caters to gardeners, nature lovers, birdwatchers, artists, writers and people who appreciate a stress free, tranquil setting. The rental Villa has the most comfortable king-size mattress in Costa Rica! The second bedroom loft has two twin beds and private upstairs patio. The villa sits in a working citrus farm and is surrounded by a private eleven-acre botanical garden. This two-bedroom Balinese style Villa has a kitchenette, full outdoor kitchen and outdoor Jacuzzi. All artwork and decorative items were purchased during travels in Indonesia, Thailand, China, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and Central America. The villa has a spectacular view of the Alto Cedral Cloud Forest, which begins on the mountain across from the Villa and continues over 200 miles into Panama. All you view is rainforest and it appears endless. The view to the left looks over the town of Orosi into Tapanti Rainforest. The view to the right looks over the Continental divide at the famed Mountain of Death. Laundry services are available at reasonable rates. Please download the map to the Villa from our Web Site. About the owners: We, Steve and Nancy Riley, recently built the rental Villa, which rests 25 yards from our home. We also provide real estate services for those wishing to retire in a living Eden, home construction services and landscaping services. Why visit Orosi? The Orosi Valley is a landscape of topical hues. The rainforest of Tapanti and the Alto Cedral Cloud Forest paint a background of various shades of green, teeming with wildlife. Every turn of the road provides a new diversity of colors and terrain. Located south of Cartago, the Orosi Valley is a true jewel. Famous for its beautiful views, colonial churches, coffee farm tours, white water rivers, hot springs and Lake Cachí, the Orosi Valley and surrounding towns are like a birthday present, waiting to be opened. The small quaint villages offer a unique location where you can relax and enjoy a real slice of Costa Rican life. During coffee picking season, September through January, the valley comes to life. The pickers can be heard singing and talking in the fields as they pick one of the worlds best coffee. It is easy to book activities such as: guided local tours, mountain biking, horse back riding, hiking, water rafting, coffee farm and processing and other interesting activities to keep active during the day. Orosi Valley Self Guided Tours The Orosi Valley and surrounding areas have many different tours, which can take up to a week to see all of the local attractions. Of the top 20 things to do in Costa Rica, four are in or near the Orosi Valley, numbers six, seven, eight and nine. Keywords: Botanical Garden Villa

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden

Map of San José Province

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(205 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2024
Steve and Nancy were fantastic hosts and they really have a special, breathtaking property. Truely a fantasic experience, go out of your way to stay here.
5.0
Dec 2023
A beautiful villa set in an incredibly stunning location. We particularly enjoyed the outdoor patio and kitchen area very much and the king size bed was super comfy. I can't emphasize enough how beautiful this setting is. The hosts are very welcoming and were available to answer any questions and/or provide assistance during our stay. A close drive to a grocery store however you feel so far away from any city life here. The bird sights and sounds were pure magic. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Dec 2023
Our Christmas stay was wonderful. After lots of driving and staying in different places landing at Stephen and Nancys place was heavenly. I’m he dogs became our pals immediately and made our stay even more sweet. Orosi was wonderful. We went to the local church for Christmas mass and visited the Irazu volcano at 9 am which was the best time to go to avoid crowds. All and all our stay was great. Stephen surprised us with an apple strudel for our sons birthday which was incredibly delicious and so thoughtful.
5.0
Dec 2023
Fittingly named, Paradise Peak is nestled in the mountainous forest with gorgeous views. Our trip was in December and the weather was perfect: highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s. (Open windows the whole time!). The villa was nicely appointed with art from all over the world, a very comfortable king size bed (and two single beds upstairs) and a fully equipped kitchen. We enjoyed bird watching every morning (we identified 49 different species!) and hiking the villa grounds marvelling at the wide variety of orchids and heliconias. The hosts live on the grounds and were amazing! Our first day Steve drove us around showing us the local sights and helping us get the lay of the land. Nancy was a wealth of knowledge regarding the gardens that she designed (she also designed the villa!) All in all it was a fantastic trip.
5.0
Dec 2023
This is a quiet location, clean air and almost void of light pollution as well. We never heard a car or truck, only the river in the valley below. The birds will let you know when it's time to get up. It is decorated with art they have collected through years of travel. .. Plan on visiting the farmer's market early Saturday morning in Paraiso, you will be able to get most of what you need there. Temperatures are perfect by my standards - 60 to 73 F for our visit. Elevation is ~4200', so not much of an issue with altitude. 4WD vehicle highly recommended. Looking for a big screen TV? Wrong place, I mean that in a good way. Great place to unplug and unwind.
5.0
Dec 2023
You don’t need this review to tell you that Paradise Peak is a gorgeous property with fabulous views set in a wonderful tropical garden and with hosts who are the personification of welcoming generosity. There are 174 other reviews that will provide you with all those details. So this entry offers three pieces of advice to those lucky enough to stay here: 1. Directions: Because Costa Rica has such poor road signage and GPS that doesn’t always lead where are you want, and also because Paradise Peak is in a remote location, directions are a necessity. (Take it from someone who followed GPS into the wilderness until Steve found us and guided us to the property.) Set your GPS for Lankaster Botanical Gardens in Cartago. This will have you take a turn through the right about 2 km past the Cartago Walmart. Instead of turning into Lankester Gardens, continue straight on the bitumen road for a bit less than 3 km. When the road takes a sharp 90° turn to the right, instead of taking the sharp turn, go straight ahead on the dirt road for a little less than 1 km. The property on your left with the name “Riley” on the gate post is home. 2. Vehicle: Some reviews have indicated that you need a 4WD to access Paradise Peak. This is unnecessary. We stayed for three weeks and had absolutely no difficulty navigating the dirt road to the property and the other steep curvy roads in the area. 3. Clothing: Even in December, it can get chilly on the top of the hills overlooking the beautiful view. One week in particular was pretty cloudy and cool, and we we’re glad we had layers. In fact, we wish we had more. During our three weeks, we wore jeans and hoodies a lot more than we wore shorts and T-shirts. But none of that should discourage you from saying here. The place is absolutely gorgeous, and Steve and Nancy are unbelievably hospitable. So this is the 175th five-star review.
5.0
Nov 2023
Terrific property and hosts. If you want to relax away from it all in a beautiful villa on a beautiful piece of property with a killer view of the mountains and valleys this is the place. My wife and I are typically on the go all day but we found ourselves looking forward to spending the mornings and evenings on the villa's balcony taking in the views of the valley, it's wildlife, and utter peacefulness. The hosts made sure we had everything we needed and more, including a trip around the key roads of the valley we'd need to drive on which proved extremely valuable. Can't wait to go back.
5.0
Sep 2023
The property is beautiful and an absolute escape from daily stresses of the city. Steve and Nancy were so welcoming, answered all our questions and made sure the lights were on when we arrived "home" late..along with a fresh loaf of bread. We truly felt like the property was a little slice of heaven and wished we had more days to enjoy it. Only item of note, if you do not have a 4WD vehicle, the back entrance is not passable in the rain. Too steep for 2WD so plan accordingly.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in San José Province?

The average price for a rental in San José Province is $95 per night. This rental is $23 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Paradise Peak -262 Five Star Reviews - Romantic Garden Villa with Jacuzzi. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Paradise Peak -262 Five Star Reviews - Romantic Garden Villa with Jacuzzi. Enjoy the water!

Is Paradise Peak -262 Five Star Reviews - Romantic Garden Villa with Jacuzzi pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Paradise Peak -262 Five Star Reviews - Romantic Garden Villa with Jacuzzi?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.

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