Tania & Angus

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2BR cottage in San José

Casa Nanita - Chirripó Mountain Riverfront Retreat - Cottages for Rent in Rivas, San José, Costa Rica

If you are looking for private and peaceful environment, this is it. Amazing home with big porch to sit down outside and look at the mountains and river down below. This is a beautiful piece of property and very comfortable. We will go back.

Words cannot describe how beautiful this place is. The house was roomy and comfortable, the views were breathtaking. My family of 4 enjoyed every minute here. I highly recommend they sauna and pool, it is well worth it!

We just spent two nights here and easily could have stayed more. Our family of four had a wonderful time. The location and landscaping are unparalleled. I was constantly admiring the thoughtfulness of the design. We loved the pool and sauna. It will be forever one of my favorite places. We had lovely meals at the gastropub and got to experience the owl butterflies dancing at sunset at the butterfly garden. Can’t wait to visit again!

The hosts were excellent - very responsive and great communicators both at booking stage and throughout. The property is gorgeous and is very restful and serene. Unfortunately we chose the wrong time to come and it rained for much of our time so we were not able to go to many places and the wildlife wasn’t quite what we had hoped but all of that is on us, and if we were to have somewhere restful to retreat to, this was it!

Gorgeous place for a mountain retreat surrounded by gardens and nestled next to fresh water dips. We loved our time at Tania & Angus’ place, it’s a magical spot and the spring fed pool was an incredible bonus. The kitchen is well equipped for simple cooking, the desk/wifi set up perfect for remote working and the large terrace was a lovely space to enjoy watching the world go by. We hope to visit again.

We had a wonderful stay at Tania & Angus’ place! What a beautiful sanctuary they have created with so much attention and care - the gardens full of colorful tropical flowers, winding stone paths, ponds with lotus flowers and more. True refuge for heart, soul and senses. The sauna & spring-fed pool - what a joy and a gift. Casa Nanita - so comfortable and beautiful as well. Can’t wait to return!

This place is magical. It’s a place that you will remember for a lifetime. We will be back again.

This was, hands down, the best AirBnB I have ever stayed at. It is unbelievably beautiful—the house itself, the grounds (so beautiful they hardly seem real), the pool, the neighborhood, the views, the river. As lovely as the pictures are, they just don’t do this place justice. The hosts are wonderful. So friendly and helpful and communicative. There is a delicious restaurant, a butterfly garden, a chocolatier, and a cheese shop all within walking distance. The nearby hikes are extraordinary. There are several beautiful beaches within an hour’s drive as well as waterfalls, nature preserves, zip lining, and horseback riding. FWI, this slice of heaven is located in a mountainous region of the country and the house is built into the side of a big hill. As such, there are many sets of steep stairs, both indoor and out. Just something to be aware of if anyone in your party has limited mobility or balance issues. That said, my two kids, ages 4 and 7, did totally fine.

Always the perfect nest. Love your sweet sanctuary

Great home in a perfect location.  Very comfortable and has everything we needed.  The sauna and pool experience was incredible.  Lots of wildlife and close to great restaurants. We will stay again.

Stunning lush, location with beautiful sauna and cold pool on location.  Comfy beds  and great house amenities.  Indoor/outdoor living and vegetable/herb garden that the host shares with visitors.   Bakery and grocery store just up the street.   Angus and Tania were outstanding hosts, very attentive and kind.

Can’t say enough good things about our stay…total gem tucked away in a stunning natural setting. Sauna and spa treatments were wonderful, and our host Angus was super accommodating. Looking forward to our next visit!

Great spot and attentive hosts  ! Hope to come back

"We all spend hours searching for the perfect listing. Find it and have bragging rights with your family and friends forever. Tangus's place is that perfect listing. The location is absolutely unbeatable. The absolute highlight, though, was the private sauna; it felt like having a personal spa retreat right at home. If you're lucky enough to find this available for your dates, book it immediately—you won't regret it!"

The magical experience of a lifetime. A literal Shangri La. A vacation within a vacation. We weren’t sure about visiting the area but now we want to live there. Our hosts are so incredible for sharing their property. We went swimming in the river, ate fresh veggies off the terrace and the sauna nature pool dip was the highlight. I took videos and everyone who saw them wanted to stay here after seeing them.. Photos don’t capture the beauty.

Beautiful place! Amazing river, pool and VIEW! We loved the garden and had a great stay with our family.

The property is absolutely beautiful! Angus is a good  responsive host.

We had an excellent stay. The house and garden are really beautiful, and the location next to the river makes it even more special. The sauna and the pool for a dip were a real pleasure. Communication with Angus was impeccable: very friendly, attentive and always responded quickly. We would definitely come back.

Tuvimos una estadía excelente. La casa y el jardín son realmente hermosos, y la ubicación junto al río la hace aún más especial. El sauna y la pileta para darse un chapuzón fueron un verdadero placer. La comunicación con Angus fue impecable: muy amable, atento y siempre respondió con rapidez. Sin dudas volveríamos.

Fourth time back! Always magical! Thank you!!!!

Extraordinary house in an enchanting location. The jungle views are breathtaking.

Maison extraordinaire dans un endroit enchanteur. Les vus de la jungle sont à couper le souffle.

The photos don’t (and never could) do this place justice. We were nestled into what felt like a private valley with the river flowing below, welcomed by the fresh fruit and veg in the gardens (that Angus let us pick freely from) on our way down to the sauna and fresh water pool. The temperature was cool compared to other parts of Costa Rica. We used our time to disconnect, cook fresh food, and swing on the chairs on the balcony. Highly recommend for a present and immersive experience.

Beautiful home in an amazing landscape! It was cozy and peaceful. The natural swimming pool was so enjoyable. And it was spring fed! The view and sound of the river below was soothing. It felt like a magical escape into nature. I felt like I could have stayed forever. It was relaxing and enjoyable.

Absolutely loved my stay at Angus and Tania’s beautiful home. It is simple and so Relaxing… the river heals all, and their home is the closest you can get. We felt incredibly welcomed and cared for allowing myself, my sister and niece to have an incredibly special stay. I will, without a doubt, be back 🙌🏽✨🫶🏽

Upon walking into Tania and Angus’ paradise, we were shifted into another reality. The level of care and cultivation provided to their home and garden created a seamless weaving of wild nature, beauty and deep enjoyment. The pictures do not (and cannot) do this justice, the experience went far beyond our expectations, allowing for something more akin to a healing rather than a vacation experience (but both were provided). I cannot say enough about the kindness Tania and Angus provided to us, any requests we may have had and needs, they were more than happy to support us. The whole of their offerings from sauna sessions to fresh water dips in the river and spring fed pool to bird watching was enough, but close proximity to some amazing hikes and restaurants were an added bonus. All in all, we were provided an experience that was far beyond our expectations. We recommend Tania and Angus’ home highly! With Gratitude, E&A.

Amazing place. Stunning views of nature cant wait to go back!!

An Amazing Spot! This was my 3rd stay. Love the house, location and the sauna/pool area. Great Hosts!

This is such a treasure of a home. The location right on the river is magnificent. The sauna is gorgeous. I will definitely come and stay again.

An incredible place! The house, view and especially the sauna are amazing! We will be back.

This place is more amazing than the photos. So Comfortable! It feels like home and the surroundings are beautiful - gardens, river, cold spring fed pool and more. We stayed for a few nights and can't wait to go back.

Im so grateful I discovered this gem in Rivas. I loved the access to sauna, pool and river. The kitchen was well equipped so we could make lovely food at home and also so close to our favourite cafe in the area. Great place! I will book again

What a dream it was to stay here. We’re already thinking about our return. The house and the surroundings are even more beautiful in person. Plenty of hiking close by, and enough local restaurants nearby if you don’t want to cook everyday. We absolutely loved our time here, and couldn’t recommend the stay more. Angus was so helpful in giving recommendations and accommodations- and sweet Miles was an added bonus to our stay. Can’t wait to return!

Garden of Eden meets paradise. This is the essence of life- breathtaking and so lush. Best I’ve ever stayed.

So peaceful and beautiful. Absolute favorite place to stay. Everything about the experience from the hosts, to the accommodations, to the nature are amazing!

One of the best vacation stops we have experienced. Enjoy the sauna and natural cold plunge, drink some herbal tea, order yourself a massage while listening to the sounds of birds and the river, walk to the nearby restaurants, by some cheese at the cheese farm, chat to locals, or enjoy any of the local trails, waterfalls, etc. The house and the property are beautiful, Angus and Tania are excellent host and we’d love to be back. Thank you both!

The most magical fairy land on earth, pristine spring water pool, river, cosy comfortable home and wonderful friendly hosts, highly recommend ❤️

Beautiful doesn’t even behind to describe this location. Angus and Tania take great care in their properties and providing an exceptional experience. Not one detail out of place. The house is cozy and warm for the cool mornings and perfectly open and breezy for the mountain days. Take full advantage of the river access, pool, and sauna. They are perfect additions to this mountain oasis. If I could stay forever, I would. Don’t hesitate to book this property. As soon as you pass through the gate, you can take a giant exhale and relax into pure bliss.

A beautiful place I visit regularly. Stunning location, clean, peaceful, and the sauna service is incredible.

Absolutely perfect in every possible way!!! We couldn’t have been more in love with the home, our world class hosts, and the stunning location. From the first moment we arrived, we were blown away with the beauty of the space and the sincerity of our hosts. Impeccable design, gorgeous views, not an inch without essence. And talk about the best hosts you could imagine; we were spoiled with hospitality and generosity throughout our stay. We absolutely cannot wait to come back. And if you make the right choice to come visit too, don’t miss out on the amazing Sauna experience they’ve built!! Pura Vida!!

The place is magical, made with love and care.

A fairytale like property! Our stay was absolutely perfect :) Thank you for sharing such a gem of a place with us!

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