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Atenas Villa Serenidad: private home private pool, river walk, amazing 180° view

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10404 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Atenas, Alajuela Province
  • Place, Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Parque Viva
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

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With a stay at this villa in Mercedes, you'll be on a river, and 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from Palmares Church and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Rock Bridge. .This family-friendly villa is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Catedral de la Mercedes and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Grecia Park.
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What's nearby

  • Botanical Orchid Garden La Garita - 24 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Parque Viva - 27 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Palmares Church - 29 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Rescate Wildlife Rescue Center - 29 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Terrazas Lindora Shopping Center - 40 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio de Belen Station - 33 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balcón del Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪ŌMi Sushi Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Trilla de Vega - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chicharronera Don Yayo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tica's Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Atenas Villa Serenidad Private Home With Own Pool. Amazing 180° View River Walk

Welcome to Villa Serenidad, an oasis of tranquility in Atenas, Costa Rica! Now featuring high-speed 100Mb Fiber Optic Internet, this stunning villa sits on 2 acres of pristine land in a private, gated community near the charming city of Atenas. This single-level home boasts a private pool, 4 spacious bedrooms, and 3 luxurious bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 10 guests in its 4,250 ft² space. Dive into our gallery to discover the latest updates and see why we fell in love with Villa Serenidad—and why you will too.

Ideally situated just 35 minutes from Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO) and 1 hour from the Pacific beaches, Villa Serenidad offers a perfect central location for exploring Costa Rica's wonders, including Manuel Antonio National Park, beaches, volcanoes, and zip lines. With flat, easily accessible roads, any vehicle type can reach us without the need for a 4x4. Our dedicated team is always ready to assist with any requests, including arranging transportation to and from the airport.

Continuing for 2025, we provide a comprehensive 20-page welcome letter and information packet for all guests. This unique guide covers everything you need to know about Villa Serenidad and the surrounding area, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience. Our guests rave about the wealth of information provided, making their stay truly memorable.

Perched nearly 3,000' above sea level, Villa Serenidad enjoys the "world's best climate," with temperatures around 65 °F (18 °C) at night and 82 °F (28 °C) during the day, year-round. No need for air conditioning or heating—just perfect comfort.

The sun-drenched pool at Villa Serenidad is perfect for swimming day or night, surrounded by beautiful cedar wood interiors. Each bedroom features warm cedar planks, new comfortable mattresses, ample closet space, and luxurious linens. The master bedroom opens to breathtaking views of the terrace, valley, and mountains, with an en-suite bathroom boasting a spacious walk-in shower.

Enjoy premium RAW Botanicals products in each shower and a fully equipped kitchen with modern amenities, perfect for family gatherings. Relax in the living area with satellite TV, free WiFi, and an array of entertainment options. Step outside to stunning 180-degree views of the Rio Cacao river valley, volcanoes, and mountains from the expansive terrace.

Villa Serenidad offers a 5-star experience for a truly unforgettable stay. Come relax, unwind, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Costa Rica!
Make yourself comfortable in this villa, which features a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Unit size: 4,350 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Atenas Villa Serenidad Private Home With Own Pool. Amazing 180° View River Walk Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was spacious and clean, the kitchen was large and fully equipped. The kingsized bed in the master bedroom was large and comfortable with a great morning and night view. The pool was as advertised: very nice temperature and large enough for a family. The TV worked well with many channels but we did not use it.Eunice, the local property manager, was quickly responsive to text and phone communications.We enjoyed our time at Villa Serenidad immensely.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

anthony d.

Liked: Cleanliness
everything was as expected. Entire house was in great condition and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This home is absolutely stunning with a fantastic view. It’s on a quiet, secluded street and was absolutely perfect for our group. Can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAIME A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelente!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing View

Beautiful views, great common area. The place is in great shape, true to the pictures in the listing. Nicely equipped and the property manager was quick to answer and help in all our questions.Definitely recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Family Vacation

Very nice home with a beautiful pool and spectacular view that all 9 of us enjoyed for a long week. Outstanding!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!

A truly gorgeous property with amazing views. The night sky was incredible!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nature lovers paradise

A great place to reconnect with nature and friends, play some cards on the terrace and cool off in the pool. The kitchen is well equipped, the beds were comfy. The house looks like the photos. Atenas was hot while we were here so the pool helped tremendously - would not recommend staying at a house without a pool in the dry season there! The evenings were nice and cool and two of the bedrooms had very large windows with screens so that created a great breeze. The BBQ was brand new and almost industrial sized. It fed our group of 6 easily. Highly recommend taking advantage of that!Eunice was great to work with - very easy going and also took care of our every need.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home in a great location!

We have been to CR several times and wanted to do something different for this trip. Renting a home in this location turned out to be a nice change. Unfortunately, the pool was a bit too cool for us but it was so nice to have a private, quiet space to relax in between our outings. We had coffee as we enjoyed the views each morning with the birds singing and finished up with a drink in the evening as we looked out at the lights twinkling in the distane. This home is set next to a working farm, meaning there arent homes right up against you, and it was fun to hear the cows mooing, birds talking, and watching the occasional visiting iguana come by to say hello. Communication from the owner was fast and he was thorough with all the relevant information. When asked, he recommended the neighbor to prepare and delivered an excellent CR dish for our first night. After a long travel day, it was so convenient to have that brought to us! Overall, it was everything we hoped it would be. The home is quite spacious and I'd definitely recommend it for a couple or a group. Plus, the price for a home that size and that nice is more than worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a jewel. Thank you for the opportunity to enjoy the splendor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Wiw

Amazing home , spectacular views , wonderful pool, Home is like new. Will return !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

karen d.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not what you're hoping for, despite the lovely location

This place *looks* like the pics...until you're trying to live in it. We travel the world, accustomed to staying in the Caribbean/Ctrl America. We are aware of the things that come w/that--including insects. There were THOUSANDS of crawling ants parading through master bed/bath. We ended up sleeping there, but using diff baths for fear of having to step barefoot through ants to pee at night. The prop mgr assured us the "flying ants" were an agricultural nuisance, & that prop owner fumigated. These were NOT flying ants. They crawled EVERYWHERE, coming through the wood of the house. I have photos/videos I'm happy to share. No other remedy. Disgusting. Lots of disconnects...Like being told that we are responsible for daily pool maintenance, but skimmer basket was snapped off the handle, not replaced. Water level in pool was too low for filter to work properly. They ask you to handwash plastic drinkware (not a real glass in the house--annoying, trying to enjoy a nice wine) & to clean counters, but no kitchen towels. No pool towels. Private farm-like setting. Great view. Convenient location. Overall, felt bare bones compared with the listing, esp for the price (we happily/frequently pay for quality). Folks w/kids note elec cow fence on path--no warning. Almost cancelled before going--inconsistencies in who was listed as owner (Valentino? Jeff?)--seemed sketchy. Turned out ok, but weird. No meet/greet for check-in, alarm was armed (we were told it wasn't). Look elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karol C., STOUGHTON

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING!

Villa Serenidad exceeded our expectations! It is a beautiful home and the view is wonderful. We really liked watching the cows and calves next door and meeting Iggy the iguana. The people of Atenas and all of Costa Rica are welcoming and so helpful with those who are not at all fluent in Spanish! I don't think we ever had even close to a bad meal either! We took advantage of having a meal cooked and delivered to us and it was delicious. Our friends joined us for a part of our stay and we heard many exclamations of 'nirvana' and 'heavenly'. Thank you for letting us stay at your property. Maybe the only negative comment we would have is that there is no hammock! That didn't seem to get in the way of our enjoying the pool and veranda, however, so it maybe it isn't a necessity after all.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Serinidad

Best beautiful view of the country side, great pool and beautiful home.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Villa Serenidad is aptly named

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Serenidad. The house was clean and spacious, with screened doors and windows all around to let in the breeze. The swimming pool and shaded patio were peaceful and inviting. The pool was immaculate and the there were plenty of poolside chairs and tables for our group of 4. The location of the Villa on a dead-end road in a gated community made for a very private stay. The only traffic sounds were the mooing of cows on their way down the path to the river. The Villa was a little further from town than expected (we thought we would be walking to town), mostly because we didn’t understand the reality of roads and pedestrians in Costa Rica. Even so, the drive is short and there are good restaurants, banks and a nice supermarket within a ten-minute drive. We took day trips to the Poás Volcano, Las Mina, and Jaco - all very doable in an easy day. The property manager Eunice was very responsive to the few questions we had (highly recommend WhatsApp for communication), neighbor Heidy made and delivered a lovely Costa Rican meal to the Villa, and Oscar arranged for a very competent masseuse to come to the Villa. We felt very well cared for. It sure was quiet when we had to pack up and leave - very sad to leave this little slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise in the Mountains

If you ever wanted to stay in a glass house this is it! Waking up to a gorgeous mountainous view and one step outside you are at the pool. We had American Thanksgiving where the neighbor cooked for us and it was delicious! This house is for 8 people and the open floor plan is inviting and wonderful! I would definitely stay here again! Thank you for sharing such a great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We stay 2 1/2 weeks at Villa Serenidad and enjoyed the vacation with the complete family - 7 adults and 2 toddlers. We particularly liked the rural surroundings and the fantastic view of nature. The children had fun with the farm animals every day and we enjoyed the unusual visitors. We used the pool every day and it is ideal for children. In the village of Atenas there are numerous shopping opportunities and typical restaurants. The wealth of information in the Vills Serenidad manual was very helpful. Valentino was also available for us the whole time and we were happy to make use of his numerous contacts and information. Oscar in particular - driver and friend - helped us to discover Costa Rica's natural parks in a relaxed way on day trips. The vacation in the villa will remain unforgettable for us.
Stayed 18 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy H., Marathon

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

We had a group of 5 friend stay at the beautiful serenidad. The house was absolutely wonderful. They had everything you need. Waking up to the view everyday was amazing. We live on an island in Marathon, FL so we wanted something different. This house was absolutely amazing for a relaxing vacation. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip P., Tampa Fl. USA

Liked: Cleanliness

My only concern

Well the only thing that convern me the it wasn't handicap friendly. The toilets were too low and the water pressure was low as well But overall a enjoyable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful stay!

The property was perfect for our stay. We had 9 family members staying together. Ages ranged from 17 to 82. The house offered everything we needed for everyone to be comfortable. Kitchen was well appointed. Large dining table. Comfortable sitting area to enjoy the fabulous views. Pool to cook off. We were lucky to find this home at the last minute when our previous rental did not work for our party. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, comforting Villa, and Full Service Experience!

My friends and I came to Costa Rica for the first time and we are happy with Villa Serenidad! It was perfect for the 7 of us. It has all the amenities you’d need for either group of adults or families with kids. Made lots of meals and enjoyed lots of pool time! Jeff was very helpful communicating transportation from the airport and around in Atenas. He provides a very thorough guide way before check in that helped plan our 6 days in Alajuela. One guide included the local contacts that can help, including Eunice the property manager and Oscar, local tour driver. Eunice helped us arrange check in and any small questions we had during our stay. The neighbors are also very friendly and even made my group dinner for our last night. I do want to recommend taking advantage of the contacts that Jeff shares. As my group was big, many attractions in Costa Rica are quite spread out, and we also had limited Spanish speaking knowledge, we knew we’d need to look into shuttles, rent a car, and a guide. We shared our itinerary with Oscar, who works with the Villa owners and will take you wherever in Costa Rica you need, and are we so so glad we did! We went to Jaco for catamaran, coffee tour at Doka Coffee Plantation, Monteverde for zip lining, and La Paz Waterfalls, and Oscar was with us every step of the way. He has many CR contacts and can take you off the beaten path. Super friendly and he really made our trip special and comfortable. Amazing vacation, can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Omar R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place

Hi Jeff and Kara, Your place is beautiful, it has an amazing view! The high ceilings and the master bedroom were our favorite but every corner of the house is gorgeous. We loved to see our kids enjoy the pool while watching them from inside the house. We had an amazing stay! Also, Eunice was great with the communication. We are giving you 5 stars. The only thing we would add to make it completely perfect would be the A/C, at least in the rooms…. It was over 85 and at some point we had to go to the car to cool down. We would’ve stayed longer if it had it. Thank you! Johanna and Omar.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shana B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Animals 😊

We stayed with our family of 10. Everyone fit perfectly. Location was a dream. Loved waking up to cows mooing and birds chitchatting. We even had large toads eating all the bugs at night, which became a regular evening event that entertained us. Pool was a lifesaver with all day activities and the heat and humidity.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C., Lewisville

Liked: Cleanliness

Great View!

We had a wonderful time at this house. Lovely pool!! Amazing views! Very responsive owners. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a nice and relaxing stay in Atenas! Thanks for sharing your wonderful property with us
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita S.

Liked: Cleanliness

I can't say enough

This is the 3rd time we have stayed at Villa Serenidad. We love this space. It has all you need and more. The owner Jeff and the property manager Eunice are beyond attentive to details and responsive to any of our needs. I would highly recommend this as your "little piece of heaven" destination.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2023