[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views Family-friendly vacation home in San Rafael ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859800/19859710/8911c061.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859800/19859710/08a25e3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859800/19859710/025c2732.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859800/19859710/4730b8c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19859800/19859710/0b5f7998.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Casa Britto, experience the essence of Costa Rican elegance with its unique character and stunning views. Enjoy spacious social areas inside and out, a heated pool with a waterfall feature amidst tropical gardens. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 205705 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Washer - Parking available - Pool ## 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. ### Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views CASA BRITTO • Elegant vacation home with unique character, great location and spectacular views • Spacious and well-designed inside and outside social areas • Heated pool with waterfall and landscaped tropical gardens • Complete range of extra services including food and beverage options, tours and transfers and spa services • Very close to San José and Escazú city centers - great selection of shopping, restaurants and night life • Many key attractions in Costa Rica are within reach through day trips from Casa Britto SERVICE DESCRIPTION Casa Britto is a fully equipped property with spectacular views rented on a self-catering basis including daily cleaning. We offer a full selection of concierge services, food & beverage options, tours and transfers including road biking, MTB and other sports and adventure tours. We particularly welcome \- Family groups and groups of friends \- Groups travelling for weddings and milestone birthdays \- Corporate groups \- Groups of cyclists, other athletes and Yoga groups \- Medical tourism groups PROPERTY DESCRIPTION Casa Britto is an elegant residence situated on a hillside with spectacular views of the Central Valley, a 15 minute drive from the center of San José, the capital city of Costa Rica. Two large terraces provide shade to the façade permitting natural ventilation to keep the house cool during the warmest of days. Casa Britto has been furnished with great care combining antique and vintage pieces with top level design to create an exclusive and homely character. The property features a large number of spacious social areas, each with its own atmosphere and style. Next to the heated pool there is a large wooden deck, a small rancho and a grill area with a gazebo for shade. The gardens have been designed with a great variety of flowers, plants and trees. Winding paths lead to the upper garden passing colorful flowers and fruit trees to a larger rancho with breathtaking views. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 5,705 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111750000/111747200/111747194/6cb066df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Independent villa 8BR 7 1/2 BTH Pool Fast WIFI sleeps 18 people Santa Ana - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $1,009 CA $1,131 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=111747194&PinnedHotelID=111747194&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112810000/112807400/112807330/ad92c045.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Exquisite 7-Bedroom Mansion in Escazú featuring Heated Pool, Jacuzzi, & Full AC. 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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 A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views San Jose Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views House Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views House San Jose Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views House San Jose Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views House Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views San Jose Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views House San Jose Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views House Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views San Jose Elegant Fully Equipped Residence Great Views Elegant Fully Equipped Residence With Heated Pool Great Views Elegant Fully Equipped Residence With Heated Pool Great Views Elegant Fully Equipped Residence With Heated Pool Great Views ## About the area Located in San Rafael, this vacation home is in the city center and near theme parks. La Salle Natural Science Museum and Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Children's Museum and Cariari Bowling Center. Consider Parque Viva for a night out or Refugio Animal de Costa Rica if you're traveling with kids. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our San Rafael travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Rafael.dx685440418492923904) [View more Vacation homes in San José](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Jose-Private-Vacation-Homes.d603085-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.92448%2C-84.12373&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Tb7l4pgF1wFyEySBpQxFfiHgvHU=) San Jose, San Jose Province ### What's nearby - Sabana Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - National Stadium of Costa Rica - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Estadio Nacional - 5 min drive - 3.2 km - Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 5 min drive - 3.9 km ### Getting around - Jacks Station - 6 min drive - San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk - ‪ChuBBs Bar - ‬15 min walk - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬18 min walk - ‪Andiamo Lá - ‬18 min walk - ‪Taco Bar - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views? > Check-out is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is Elegant, fully equipped residence with heated pool and great views located? > This family-friendly San Rafael vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Escazú Village, Iglesia Escazú, and U.S. Embassy San José. La Salle Natural Science Museum and Museo de Ciencias Naturales La Salle are also within 3 mi (5 km). Jacks Station is 29 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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