In Villa Pica Flora, our beautiful 4,200 sq ft home straddles a ridge with breath-taking 270 degree views soaring over valleys below and near-constant breezes. With only ten homes on the ridge, we enjoy quiet security, the purest of air and the best weather in the world! Our home was designed and furnished to be our luxurious retreat. No expense was spared to make it casually comfortable and environmentally friendly. The rooms are spacious and high ceilings beamed with gorgeous wood. The space The house has 3 bedrooms, 2 king beds, 1 Queen bed and a King Sofabed. In a typical day, you awake in the Balinese four-posted Tempur-Pedic king bed. The valley below is at your feet. Hawks soar below while hummingbirds and butterflies argue over the verbena flowers. One of you pads down the curved staircase to work out in the gym or do some laps in the pool before breakfast. Perhaps one of you lounges in the Eames chair waiting for superb coffee to be brought to you. Soon you spot the toucans squawking in the cecropia tree below. Time to eat. Your kitchen is a cook’s dream and huge. Gleaming French copper cookware dangles from a rack and the drawers are filled with every necessary pot, pan and device. First, you need to push a button on the Jura coffee machine to truly enjoy Atenas award-winning coffee. Be sure to enjoy fresh fruit from our 30+ fruit trees and herbs from the kitchen garden. Notice the amazing 3x1 meter table that is a single piece of Balinese teak. Take in the marketplace painting and choose where to have breakfast. Here? Outside by the pool? What to do today? Relax? Call a masseuse for a long massage. Notice the living room and the Murano glass chandelier. It is often used for yoga or a call a masseuse. You will have discovered the study which may offer massage privacy. The leather couch converts into a very comfortable king size bed. When not sleeping in the study, the TV is connected to awesome speakers. You can tap into the home theater from your device or simply play the music of your choice with Amazon music. In the kitchen and master bedroom, Alexa will obey your commands. Better yet, listen to the warblers perched outside. The study closes off for a very comfortable guest suite. The adjacent bath has an open air tub and an interior garden with orchids galore. The laundry also features a built-in ironing board and new washer & dryer. Had a long day? A swim would be nice - adjoining houses have no view of the terrace or pool. Want to see the sunset? Go across the street to our bench with the drink of your choice and watch the sunset. Want something more private. Retire to the master bath and fill the tub to overflowing and supervise the sunset. Time for bed? Open the window for a gentle breeze. Nod off with the valleys below twinkling at your feet and the rufous nightjars calling for their lovers. Guest access Excepting the owner's closet, guests have full access to the entire home, office, gym and pool. Other things to note Mi casa, su casa. We live here. It is our principal home and equipped with every convenience and comfort. It was designed to be environmentally friendly. We enjoy solar water heat and offset our electric charges with solar panels. Uninterrupted electricity and water are built into the design. Passive features keep you comfortable by absorbing heat and cooling the house with front water feature in front and double infinity pool suspended over the eastern slope. Carefully engineered overhangs and slightly tinted windows keep the home light without a the fishbowl effect. Most of the people that you will encounter in Costa Rica are fully vaccinated. The Delta variant at last notice (Sept. 1) is rare and principally along the Panama border. Our amazing housekeeper, Mayra López and her daughter are both fully vaccinated. As is the massage lady that comes to the house for massages by the pool. We do not have air conditioning and find that with the consistent breeze and open layout it is not necessary.

## The Space

Villa Pica Flora is a stunning 4,200 square foot home perched on a ridge, offering breathtaking 270-degree views over the valleys below and nearly constant breezes. With only ten homes on the ridge, the location provides quiet security, the purest air, and some of the best weather in the world. Designed as a luxurious retreat, the house combines casual comfort with eco-friendly features. Spacious rooms feature high ceilings with beautiful wood beams.

The house includes three bedrooms:
- Two king beds
- One queen bed
- One king sofa bed

Each morning, you can wake up in the Balinese four-poster Tempur-Pedic king bed and enjoy the valley view. Hawks soar below while hummingbirds and butterflies flutter around the verbena flowers.

Start your day by descending the curved staircase to work out in the gym or swim laps in the pool. Alternatively, relax in the Eames chair while waiting for superb coffee.

## Kitchen and Dining

The kitchen is a chef’s dream, large and well-equipped with:
- Gleaming French copper cookware hanging from a rack
- Drawers stocked with every pot, pan, and kitchen tool needed

Begin with a push of a button on the Jura coffee machine to savor Atenas’ award-winning coffee. Enjoy fresh fruit from over 30 fruit trees and herbs grown in the kitchen garden.

The dining table is a remarkable single piece of Balinese teak measuring 3 by 1 meters. Admire the marketplace painting as you decide where to have breakfast—inside or outside by the pool.

## Living Areas and Amenities

The living room features a Murano glass chandelier and is often used for yoga or massage sessions. The study can provide privacy for massages and includes a leather couch that converts into a comfortable king-size bed.

Entertainment options include:
- TV connected to high-quality speakers
- Home theater accessible from your device
- Amazon Music for your preferred playlists

Alexa is available in the kitchen and master bedroom to respond to your commands. Outside, listen to warblers perched nearby.

The study can be closed off to create a private guest suite. The adjacent bathroom boasts an open-air tub and an interior garden filled with orchids.

The laundry room is equipped with a built-in ironing board and a new washer and dryer.

## Outdoor Spaces

After a long day, enjoy a swim in the pool, which is private from neighboring houses. For sunset views, visit the bench across the street with your favorite drink or retreat to the master bathroom, fill the tub, and watch the sunset in privacy.

At night, open the windows to welcome a gentle breeze and fall asleep to the twinkling valley lights and the calls of rufous nightjars.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire home, including the office, gym, and pool, except for the owner's closet.

## Additional Information

Villa Pica Flora is the owners’ primary residence and is equipped with every modern convenience. The home was thoughtfully designed to be environmentally friendly, featuring:
- Solar water heating
- Solar panels to offset electricity usage
- Uninterrupted electricity and water supply

Passive design elements help maintain comfort by absorbing heat and cooling the house with a front water feature and a double infinity pool suspended over the eastern slope. Carefully engineered overhangs and slightly tinted windows allow natural light without creating a fishbowl effect.

Most people you encounter in Costa Rica are fully vaccinated. The Delta variant is rare and mostly confined near the Panama border. The housekeeper, Mayra López, her daughter, and the massage therapist who visits the property are all fully vaccinated.

The home does not have air conditioning, but the consistent breeze and open layout keep it comfortably cool.

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Luxurious "Balinese" Eco-Villa With Amazing Views - Villas for Rent in Atenas, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica

Gorgeous home in an incredible setting. Unbeatable sunrise, was sad to leave.  Tranquil and private accommodation in the middle of paradise.  Great base to explore all that Costa Rica has to offer.

Everything was perfect. House design and style is incredible. Will stay again soon. Host was very responsive.

A lovely home with a really nice sunrise view, nice pool and overall a comfy place to stay, in a safe area and a short distance to town and places to explore. However, some aspects did not meet our expectations. We had to go out and buy garbage bags, toilet paper and sugar right after we arrived for 10 days. Some kitchen cupboard doors are broken, filtered water tap didn’t work, towels had holes in them, hot water in the shower was dubious…. I just expected a bit more attention to these details in such a fine home. Oh, but it did have the finest espresso machine I have ever used (just be sure to arrive with beans).

Hi Dave, thank you for letting me know. We usually leave extra trash bags in the drawer next to the sink and extra toilet paper in the bathroom drawers. If for some reason the cleaning lady missed restocking them, I would have been happy to bring you more. As a recommendation, whenever something seems missing, it’s always best to reach out to the host so we can help right away. I’ll also double‑check the towels, cupboard doors and water, as I normally remove anything with holes. I will also re-stock the sugar and coffee Thanks!

Esther and her team were absolutely great! The house looked exactly like the photos, yet I have to say the view in person and the house in person are much much better for those who are considering this place! I would also like to add that the master bedroom set up is really great in many ways! The bed is easily the best most comfortable bed I have been in overall. It’s very soft, plushie and so comfortable! Both bathroom set ups are amazing you all will enjoy them throughly. Susan, the property manager was really great in communicating with anything we needed done or asked for always! Also the kitchen is fully stocked, really the entire house has everything you need. As far as exploration goes the place is gated, the home itself is gated, the breeze in the home is impeccable, the town has everything you need from food, gym, restaurants, or grocery stores if you cook at home a lot. Overall my first time in Costa Rica I am happy I stayed here at Esther’s beautiful home thank you!

Our stay was very nice with a beautiful view and Susan was very responsive.

The house was great & while rating it 5 stars I feel obligated to make note of a few things. There is no ac (that’s not a problem, the listing states no ac) so to get a cool breeze you’ll need to leave the doors & windows open. The breeze is fantastic however, there are no screens on any doors or windows. You are essentially sharing your home with all the critters that live outside. We had iguanas, lizards, a humming bird, scorpion & lots of ants & wasp come into the home. The ceiling fans do not make any breeze as they move very slow. There are 2 floor fans, but since we had to keep the house closed (to keep the bugs out) they didn’t help much. The pool only runs from 8-12. Expect to share that space with LOTS of bugs! When we got home from our daily adventures & wanted to swim we would have to clean it out ourselves. Not a huge deal, just wanted future guest aware. Susan was a wonderful host & very responsive to issues that came up.

This home was absolutely beautiful and the perfect first stop on our Costa Rican adventure. Susan was very helpful and responsive with recommendations to meet each of our requests (restaurants, grocery stores, etc). Would definitely recommend a stay here!

What we missed the most was air conditioning. It was very hot and fans in master bedroom didn’t really work, even at high speed. I feel it could have been cleaner, it was very dusty in places and the master bathroom was not clean at all… I think it was missed totally when cleaning. The one hose in the master shower also didn’t work. It does have a lovely view, and would have been nice to have lounge chairs by the pool, there is nothing. The pool is not heated so a little cold when you get in, but you get used to it. Overall, it was an ok place to stay.

What an amazing stay! This home is exactly as pictured if not more amazing.  The hosts gave us very clear instructions for directions, entry, etc. Breathtaking views day and night. This home is very spacious and offers  breezes through many doors and windows. Our stay in early April was very sunny and warm  in the morning so it was quite enjoyable to sun ourselves and swim before leaving for excursions of which there are many.  When we returned later in the day the temperature dropped considerably and the breezes were so refreshing!  The kitchen and dining area are very spacious making it a delight in which to prepare and enjoy meals. The decor is beautiful and vey unique.  Sleeping was extremely comfortable in the upstairs bedroom. We kept the window open to enjoy the breeze and take in the moonlight view of the hills and city lights while in bed. Great experience overall and would highly recommend. Our hosts excellent; caring and responsive.

Wow where do I start about this place? Omg this home was so beautiful, spacious, private and very cleaned. The pictures don’t do it justice. It’s so breathtaking in person. My boyfriend and I were so sad to leave. Thank you to the co host always available to respond to any questions we had and recommendations for restaurants. The person she recommended for my boyfriend’s surprise decoration did a great job and it was a smooth process. I would highly recommend this place to family and friends and anyone that’s on here checking it out. I loved how quiet and gated the villa is , felt safe. Yes, there’s no A/C but you can’t even tell the difference because how cool the house feels, the breeze from outside if you leave a door or window open and there’s fans. We enjoyed the spa tub while the window was open, catching the views . I can go on and on about this home. Thank you for letting us experience your awesome place. Pura Vida!

House and area are beautiful.  Wonderful stay!

Beautiful villa outside the city but close enough to Escazu. The view from the pool is spectacular!

We had an absolutely fantastic time staying at Ethers place. From start to finish everything exceeded our expectations. Susan went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed, and their prompt communication made the entire experience seamless. Overall we had wonderful time and would highly recommend Ethers place to anyone looking for a memorable Airbnb Experience!

We had three great days. The view from the pool is amazing ,great contact with the owner ,we highly recommend this place 10/10

Spędziliśmy trzy wspaniałe dni .Widok z basenu jest niesamowity ,wspaniały kontak z właścicielką ,polecamy serdecznie to miejsce 10/10

Susan the property manager was fantastic… responsive and made sure everything was in good shape!  Highly recommend!

Beautiful, modern house with unique style and breathtaking views in a safe residential complex. The house actually has even more charm than in the pictures and was furnished with a lot of love for detail. Thank you so much for letting us spend our time in this beautiful house!

Wunderschönes, modernes Haus mit einzigartigem Stil und einem atemberaubenden Ausblick in einer sicheren Wohnanlage. Das Haus hat in Wirklichkeit noch mehr Charme als auf den Bildern und wurde mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtet. Vielen Dank, dass wir unsere Zeit in diesem wunderschönen Haus verbringen durften!

Great views, private pool, very spacious. Home was clean. Property was stunning especially the view from the pool. Early morning swim is a must before the clouds roll in, Esther and co hosts were very responsive and were spot on with service requests. I will definitely book again if I travel back to CR.

Location is in a gated neighborhood and the home has a secondary gate so you feel very safe. The view from the pool is gorgeous and overlooks hills. The house has all the amenities you would expect in a home. There is no ac but the wind breeze from the hills and the indoor fans usually do a good cooling job. Would recommend!

Beautiful home and amazing pool.  Host was very quick to respond when I had a question.  This was the perfect relaxing location to end our trip and it was an easy 30 minutes to the airport.

This home is very beautiful and we love the gated community that it is located in. We unfortunately had an issue with many bugs and no way to keep them out of the house. Our previous trips to this area were not as bad (with bugs), but I guess it was just the season. Susan was extremely helpful and responsive when we contacted her and helped resolve any problems we had. Susan recommended a private chef and masseuse. Both were excellent. My husband and I enjoyed our week in Atenas, Costa Rica!

Incredible place, absolutely worth it! The house is huge, the pool is nice, and the views are incredible. We had some small problems, but the hosts did everything the could to help us. They were amazing. Atenas is a little bit of a walk (my wife and I had to walk for about 40 minutes), but we never had a problem getting an Uber or local taxi.

This place is absolutely beautiful and well thought out. It was only for the two of us so this place is much bigger than we needed. Nonetheless, the view is stunning, and we all enjoyed it. As others have mentioned, it does have many varieties of wildlife day/night (birds, lizards, etc.) but it’s also why we’re here in Costa Rica. Pay attention to the check-in instructions and driving directions provided by the host and you’ll be all set! Also, I'd like to give a big shout-out to Susan, who went above and beyond to help us get comfortable during the hottest season in Costa Rica. Thank you!

This home is a masterpiece and we felt extremely lucky to have had the chance to stay at Esther's place. We had a last-minute scheduling mixup with a different Airbnb host, and Esther and her co-hosts were very responsive and we were able to book our stay one night beforehand. The house itself is incredibly well equipped with cookware, dishes, and seasoning. Wonderful views from the windows and pool, highly recommend staying here!

The best night's sleep in a long time! Loved the peace and tranquility. We were able to relax and unplug. Thank you for sharing your home.

I would have liked to stay longer, but it was not available.  Pica Flora is a wonderful, small neighborhood that stands alone in beauty, peace, friendly warmth, etc.  There are many people that feel as I do, book while and when you can!

This is a beautiful home, full of charm. Its location is isolated from Atenas, which is what I was looking for. It was quiet and clean.

This house is so beautiful and peaceful ☺️ like u feel u are and heaven . the nights we the stars ⭐️ are so amazing the the infinity pool so good 😊 that’s where we spend most of are time ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ one of the best Airbnb we come across and we hope to come back soon

Thank you Jeff. We truly appreciate your kind feedback.

A beautiful house, with a great view.  We found everything we need in the house.  Nice weather! Execelent attention from the owners!  We saw toucans!

The property was so beautiful. The pictures are nice but it looks better in person. Waking up to that view everyday was awesome. the property was safe & secure. Any questions I had the host reached out immediately. This is a 5 star property...

Thank you Tim. We so appreciated your stay and kind feedback!

We loved the house! It’s the first time I ever stayed at an Airbnb and actually found the place to be bigger and nicer than what was in the pics! We are already talking about when we can return for a longer stay.

Beautiful and stylish house. Peaceful and quiet location. Very relaxing stay - highly recommended!

Thank you Jerzy! It was a pleasure having you.

Wonderful vacation!  Gorgeous view, pool,home!

The profile of this place does not do it justice. It is a gorgeous home and a beautiful scenery. The stay was amazing. The home offers custom and detailed woodwork in doors and wall-hangings, as well as furniture. The views all around the home are gorgeous. This is a perfect getaway spot to rest and relax or to maybe come and focus on finishing a work project such as writing a book. Just an awesome location. Good communication with the owner/property manager and good instructions provided on how to get the most out of our stay. I would definitely stay here again...in a heartbeat.

This home is amazing! We were able to buy groceries and cook almost everyday, the kitchen is fully stocked. The views are remarkable. There is no AC, but it was cool enough at night. This home is up in the mountains so a 4 wheel drive vehicle makes it easier to get around. definitely would stay again.

Absolutely loved everything about Peters home. The pictures don't do it justice. Its such a serene environment and I felt very safe in the gated community. The housekeeper was very accommodating and kind and answered all questions. The surround sound system was an added touch and the bathrooms are absolutely stunning. His house made me want to buy a property in Costa Rica. You will love it here.

Peters place is amazing. The view from the pool is out of the world. We had a great time enjoying the pool and the view and when it gets cloudy it presents a surreal experience of living inside the clouds. A very nice office space with an amazing view and an internet speed that was adequate for remote work. Overall we enjoyed our stay and it was a memorable one.

Peters place was wonderful. Our experience from start to finish was a 10/10. The pool/views make everything about this villa 10x better. We got a chance to explore the markets and coffee shops in Atenas as well and everyone was so lovely in the neighborhood. Please don’t miss a chance to stay in this beautiful home. Home is also equipped with everything you will need to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

The view!!! The view was absolutely amazing. The pictures does not do the place justice, much better in person. The pool was an additional bonus, to be able to see the view while swimming was just breathtaking. Huge kitchen, great for making meals. The only down side is the insects, but its expected, it didnt lessen the great experience we had. Very cool, didnt need any a/c especially at night.

This home is incredibly beautiful and spacious :)

As advertised. The 2nd bedroom, is actually the sofa bed in the study, but who cares. You shouldn’t be sleeping much in Costa Rica with so much to see and do!  Don’t miss this house - it is worth it!

What an amazing place with a fantastic view and very private.If you enjoy cooking there is an abundant supply of utensils and spices,would  highly recommend as the price is reasonable for the quality of the property

We left Costa Rica wanting for nothing! Peter is such a kind and generous host. All communication with Peter were prompt, pleasant and filled with resources. We literally felt at home. The home itself is very thoughtful decorated and the view will never get old. We absolutely  enjoyed every day of our stay! We are already planning to return in the near future. Thank you for everything Peter.

This Airbnb house is one of the most incredible house we ever stay . This house is Amazing ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Have everything you need for great vacation we family the pool is so amazing and the view is so peaceful and relaxing 😌 you don’t want to leave this place

Peters home is NOTHING short of AMAZING! The location was perfect for what I was looking for! Peter and his team made sure that every detail of our trip was taken care of from helping order a birthday cake to transportation!! Our trip to Costa Rica wouldn’t have been so easy without him! I would recommend any and EVERYONE to stay here! Peter accommodated us longer when hurricane Ida hit my hometown and I couldn’t make it home this was a lifesaver! You get every bit of your money staying at his home! Don’t pass up the chance to stay here!

HANDS DOWN THE BEST AIR BNB I’VE EVER STAYED IN! The pictures don’t do this place any justice, Peter went above and beyond with accommodating us during our stay. His communication was spot on. Everything about this place is amazing. From the time you enter the gate you feel like you’re in paradise. Look no further! This is the one! The location is close to everything. No matter where you’re going!

Peter’s home is an absolute gem. The pictures do not do it justice. I was truly sad to leave this place. If you are looking for peace go here.

This is place is amazing. The pictures don’t do it justice. The views from the pool are breathtaking. The house itself is gorgeous you won’t want to leave. will absolutely return.

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