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# ¡Casa Pura Vida! Summ

Villa in El Mastate with kitchen and balcony

## Photo gallery for ¡Casa Pura Vida! Summ

![Pool - ¡Casa Pura Vida! Summ (Orotina)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106920000/106911300/106911209/c79bbc5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Nestled in a serene setting, this rustic house offers the perfect retreat. Relax on the spacious terrace with barbecue, unwind by the swimming pool or explore nearby beaches and national parks. The well-equipped kitchen and air-conditioned rooms ensure a comfortable stay.

## Reviews

4.0

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

Check-in

Check-out

Travellers

## About this property

### Entire place

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

### ¡Casa Pura Vida! Summ

Summary:  
Rustic house: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen-dining room, terrace with barbecue, large indoor parking, swimming pool and large green areas.   
 \*Pets are allowed.   
 The kitchen is well equipped.   
 The rooms have A/C.   
 Within 5 minutes you will find pharmacies, supermarkets, gas stations, health centers.  
 Nearby you can find tourist places, beaches and national parks.  
 On the Tárcoles River bridge you can see crocodiles of up to 6 meters.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the villa: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Work spaces

- Office

### Comfort

- Air conditioning

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Designated smoking areas

### Things to do

- Cycling nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Garden

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### 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

Note from host: Charge may apply

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

## 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

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

### Property is also known as

6674f7202daf710013b79e79

## About the area

El Mastate is home to this villa. Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park and Caldera Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hacienda las Agujas and Balneario Las Musas. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling, horse riding, and mountain climbing. [Visit our El Mastate travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/El-Mastate.dx553248635975876588)

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Orotina, Alajuela Province

### What's nearby

- ![Autódromo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6355960/58d2e5cc-412d-4d2a-9b47-1f7546f50987.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Parque Viva  
42 min drive \- 47.5 km
- ![Aerial of Jaco Costa Rica, beach, The pacific coast.Rainforest sits in the forground](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171564/3949c719-4e1d-4fe5-957f-ddd497cbdfcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Jacó Beach  
56 min drive \- 59.5 km
- Carara National Park  
28 min drive \- 27.4 km
- Turu Ba Ri Nature & Adventure Park  
29 min drive \- 13.4 km
- Caldera Port  
36 min drive \- 32.5 km

### Getting around

- Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)  
59 min drive

### Restaurants

- Restaurante Típico Chares Orotina  
11 min drive
- Restaurante La Estrella  
6 min drive
- Soda "Bocadito  
4 min drive
- Bar El Pescadito  
6 min drive
- Restaurante La Cuadra del Burro  
20 min walk

## Frequently asked questions

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## ¡Casa Pura Vida! Summ Reviews

## Reviews

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### 2.0

Cleanliness

### 2.0

Location

## Reviews

### 4/10 Poor

#### Brenna S.

Feb 10, 2025

Liked: Check-in

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location

#### Stay at Casa Pura Vida

Stephen and his team were great at check in, the property did not really meet our needs as a family. 

##### Brenna S.

Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2025

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