Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde
Casa Tia Yami is a typical Costa Rican home in a typical Costa Rican pueblo near Monteverde. It was the home of Yamileth, Minor, Yojibeth and Juan Diego. We have completely remodeled the home into a one-bedroom typical "Tico" Costa Rican home where you can experience Costa Rican country living, but have the creature comforts to enjoy your stay. Great for a couple or a family with two small children.
We have been hosting guests and travelers in San Rafael for years at our other property with phenomenal reviews. Check out our other VRBO 360208 "Casa Zabala" and its reviews.
We decided to get Casa Tia Yami ready for VRBO to help put Juan Diego and Yojibeth through school. The house is filled with love, good memories, and a great dose of Costa Rican country living and the experience of living in a small Costa Rican "pueblo" near the tourist area of Monteverde. We have paid attention to the details to make your stay authentic and comfortable.
San Rafael de Abangares is a little town of 600 people just outside of the Monteverde/Santa Elena area about 20 minutes from the tourist activities. A typical Costa Rican town with a few churches, a couple of "pulperias" or small grocery stores, a couple of bars and family restaurants and lots of Costa Rican charm and "Pura Vida". We live in the same community just about a mile and half from Casa Tia Yami. We will be here to take care of you!
Servicios en la propiedad
Internet
Disponible en la casa: wifi
Aparcamiento y servicios de transporte
Se recomienda coche
Aparcamiento en las instalaciones
Cocina
Cafetera y tetera
Frigorífico
Horno
Microondas
Placa de cocina
Tostadora
Vajilla y utensilios de cocina
Dormitorios
Dormitorio
Se proporcionan sábanas
Baño
1 baño
Ducha
Se proporcionan toallas
Secador de pelo
Entretenimiento
Juegos
Libros
Televisión
Zonas al aire libre
Jardín
Parrilla de barbacoa
Patio
Servicios de lavandería
Lavadora
Lavandería
Confort
Aire acondicionado
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Características especiales/accesibilidad
Espacios para fumadores
Nota del propietario: Outside only on the porch.
Servicios e instalaciones
Plancha o tabla de planchar
Servicio de limpieza limitado
Teléfono
Aspectos destacados de la ubicación
Cerca de un spa o balneario
Actividades
Equitación en las inmediaciones
Observación de aves en las inmediaciones
Paseos para ver animales salvajes en las inmediaciones
Rutas de senderismo/ciclismo en las inmediaciones
Rutas ecológicas en las inmediaciones
Medidas de seguridad
No se ha indicado si hay detector de monóxido de carbono (el propietario no ha indicado si hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en el alojamiento; te recomendamos traer un detector portátil)
No se ha indicado si hay detector de humo (el propietario no ha indicado si hay un detector de humo en el alojamiento)
Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.
Mascotas
Se aceptan mascotas
Se aplican restricciones: para obtener más información, comunícate con la propiedad al número que figura en la confirmación de la reservación.
Niños y camas adicionales
Los niños son bienvenidos.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
Información importante
Importante
Puede aplicarse un cargo por cada persona adicional, según la política de la propiedad.
Es posible que se solicite un documento de identidad con foto emitido por las autoridades gubernamentales, y una tarjeta de crédito, débito o depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden conllevar cargos adicionales.
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos grupales.
El anfitrión no indicó si hay un detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de humo en la propiedad
Las medidas de seguridad de la propiedad incluyen cerradura de alta seguridad
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo electrónico de Vrbo con un enlace que te llevará a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Información adicional
Se recomienda acceder a este hospedaje en auto.
Información de la zona
esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en Sierra. La belleza natural del área puede apreciarse en Reserva biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde y Lago Arenal. ¿Quieres asistir a un evento o partido mientras estás en la ciudad? Échale un vistazo a lo que sucede en Quebrada Grande Arena o Arena Tronadora. Si quieres relajarte y darte un gusto, encontrarás spas, y si buscas un poco más de aventura, puedes hacer caminatas o ciclismo en senderos, paseos a caballo y ecotours en los alrededores. Visitar nuestra guía de viaje de Sierra
¿Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde acepta mascotas?
Sí, se aceptan mascotas en la propiedad. Es posible que se apliquen algunas restricciones. Comunícate con la propiedad para obtener más detalles.
¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde?
Hay estacionamiento disponible en la propiedad.
¿A qué hora es el check-in en Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde?
Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.
¿A qué hora es el check-out en Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde?
Check-out: 11:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde?
Esta casa de vacaciones de Sierra se encuentra a 15 km de Reserva Natural Avancarí, Finca cafetera Café Monteverde y Parque de aventuras 100% Aventura. Refugio de Vida Silvestre Monteverde y Jardín de Orquídeas de Monteverde también se encuentran a 15 km.
Opiniones
Opiniones de Living in the countryside in Costa Rica in Monteverde
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Excepcional
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9,6
Limpieza
9,4
Ubicación
10
Personal y atención
10
Estado de la propiedad e instalaciones
Evaluación: 10 - Excelente. 30 de 34 opiniones
10 - Excelente
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Evaluación: 8 - Bueno. 3 de 34 opiniones
8 - Bueno
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Evaluación: 6 - Aceptable. 0 de 34 opiniones
6 - Aceptable
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Evaluación: 4 - Mediocre. 0 de 34 opiniones
4 - Mediocre
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Evaluación: 2 - Terrible. 1 de 34 opiniones
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Opiniones
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Paula
9 jun. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones, comunicación
Our stay here was perfect for what we needed. After a little searching (our Waze app malfunctioned), our host Ken checked us in. The view was amazing! The location was very convenient to the Monteverde Cloud Forest. The house was cozy and came with all amenities needed for a nice stay.
Se hospedó 1 noche en junio de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Elena L.
24 oct. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
True peace and quiet.
The view was incredible. A short drive to town for supplies, and any issues were immediately and perfectly addressed. You will not regret a stay at Ken's place.
Se hospedó 16 noches en septiembre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jason M.
26 oct. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Amazing Property
This property was amazing to stay at. The host was very helpful including washing and drying some clothes for us. He was also very helpful at pointing us towards some good restaurants. I would definitely recommend this property to others!!!
Se hospedó 1 noche en octubre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
April H.
2 abr. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Cozy Casita
This was the perfect location for our time in Monteverde. It is a small house but it is charming and worked well for our family of 2 adults and 2 children ages 6 & 9. The view across the street is incredible. Kenneth was a kind and communicative host and was happy to share recommendations.
Se hospedó 2 noches en marzo de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Lori W.
28 may. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Vacation 2023
This property is nestled up in the mountains so the weather was good. The little grocery nearby has pretty much everything you'll need without going to the bottom of the mountain. Wait until you see the view from across the street! Breathtaking!
Se hospedó 2 noches en mayo de 2023
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Debbie C.
21 mar. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, veracidad del anuncio
Stunning mountain and ocean views!
We had a very restfull 12 day stay at the casita. It was well equipped with all the essentials we could want. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the patio in the lovely Costa Rican rocking chairs, while watching the toucans fly overhead. The owners checked in with us often to see if we needed anything. Gracious hosts. Thanks for sharing your cozy mountain top casita.
DEBBIE C
Se hospedó 12 noches en marzo de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Peter & Linda C.
30 mar. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great location
We stayed two days at this property. It’s located 20 minutes from the tourist area of Monteverde. It must be understood that this is a very basic property but it had everything we needed. Our only complaint is that the house is close to the road and occasionally it was a bit noisy but for the most part it was everything that we were looking for. The owner Ken was very helpful.
Se hospedó 2 noches en marzo de 2024
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Cheryl A.
11 ene. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Countryside cabin with a view
This little gem in the country side is perfect. If you want away from the hustle and bustle Monteverde, this is the place for you. Ken was great and super communicative during the check in. He had wonderful recommendations! Was still close enough to attractions and local restaurants. Can’t beat it for the price, place was exactly as described. It was me, my husband and 8 yr old son. The view was amazing. Hesitant to leave a great review because I don’t want it to be booked up forever as we want to return.
Se hospedó 6 noches en enero de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
P G.
1 ene. 2024
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Late December
Ken is a wonderful host with great flexibility. A rental car is needed to access this stunning part of the country. Ken has a wonderful neighbor (Bobby) who let us on his private property with access to a secret waterfall. His two wonderful dogs were great guides. Staying at an isolated cabin is not really our thing but the cabin was spacious enough for a family of 4 including a teen. Ken & his wife graciously provided an air mattress and Laundry (you just have to drop it off at their property and pick it up).
Se hospedó 2 noches en diciembre de 2023
Opinión verificada
8/10 Buena
Annie T.
11 feb. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, veracidad del anuncio
Nice casa
The casa is a nice small house. it’s close to the road all though. But, I would say the view is stunning. We finally don’t stay at the casa. Because I didn’t realize that the places we would like to visit was far in term of time from the casa. The roads conditions in Costa Rica are not always good. Depends where you travel around. Kenneth and his wife doing their best to help us.
Se hospedó 1 noche en febrero de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
jacinthe
12 abr. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones, comunicación
Tout était parfait dans cet propriété! L’emplacement, la maison, les commodités!! Je recommande cet endroit à tous !!
Se hospedó 9 noches en abril de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Anne-Marie
3 abr. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones, comunicación
Nous avons adoré notre séjour à cette adorable petite maison typique du Costa Rica. La vue sur l'océan Pacifique est magnifique et les hôtes sont absolument adorables. La maison se trouve à environ 20 minutes de Santa Elena et donc très accessible des attractions de Monteverde. Ce fût notre coup de coeur de notre voyage.
Se hospedó 3 noches en marzo de 2023
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Laurence
23 ene. 2023
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones, comunicación
really noce stay, the view is amazing, really nice and helpful people, i would recommend!
Se hospedó 2 noches en enero de 2023
Opinión verificada
2/10 Terrible
Kim D.
13 dic. 2022
No le gustó: Limpieza, veracidad del anuncio
Pictures are old and place is very different
The pictures are very old! I was expecting rustic and Costa Rica. This was our 3rd rental of our trip. The placed smelled like bug spray and when we tried to open the windows, less than half had screens! No furniture on the patio. No linens or pillows for the rock hard couch. Broken dishes, disgusting pans that I wouldn't cook with. The bathroom needs updating and a serious cleaning.
Our host was good with communication and refunded our money as we were unable to stay here.
Se hospedó 2 noches en diciembre de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jerome B.
28 jul. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Of the beaten track
A quaint cabin way off the beaten track. You will relax here and the internet was great.
Se hospedó 2 noches en julio de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
J Carol P.
29 abr. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Great little house
Great little house on the main road into San Rafael, short drive to Monteverde. Perfect for a couple but no more. Well equipped and cozy. The view across the road will make your jaw drop. The front porch is the place to be, a toucan flew by while I was rocking on the porch. Kenneth and his family were very responsive. I plan to go back.
Se hospedó 2 noches en abril de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Nancy P.
19 ene. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Beautiful home on coffee plantation.
It's important to note that the owner upgraded us to a bigger home as he needed the one we rented for an intern on the farm. It was huge, rustic, lovely, with views to the Pacific from the upper deck. Comfortable and quiet except for the rooster down the road. Ken was exceedingly friendly and helpful.
Se hospedó 3 noches en enero de 2022
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Zheng L.
14 ene. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Amazing stay
Very kind host! 100% recommendation. Would return.
Se hospedó 2 noches en diciembre de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jerry S.
1 ene. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Responsive and friendly host
We only spent one night at the booked unit. Unfortunately our small rental car had a problem going over the drainage pipe at the front of the driveway. We expressed our concerns to the host and he promptly offered us an acceptable alternative at a second unit.
We stayed in the unit for one week and really enjoyed the hospitality of the host who gave us a tour of their coffee farm and let us pick the fresh veggies from their organic gardens. There are several restaurants nearby and they provided good foods with spectacular view. We had a unique and pleasant experience at the lovely home and enjoyed taking walks through the plantation.
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Anthony K.
4 mar. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Relaxing mountain getaway
We loved our week here! The rural mountain setting is beautiful, as are the people here. The house was very comfortable for two. Our hosts were extremely gracious and helpful. Very good restaurant within walking distance. The spring water from the tap was excellent. Stunning vistas.
Se hospedó 8 noches en febrero de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Peg
26 feb. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios
Unique country living in a beautiful remote area. Peaceful and relaxing. Weather fantastic
Se hospedó 2 noches en febrero de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Ivy W.
15 feb. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Wonderful stay in January
This place is the perfect size for a couple! The interior was cute and the amenities suited all of our needs. I wish we had more time in San Rafael to enjoy the front porch and rockers. With the kitchen, we were able to cook our own meals which helped cut the costs of our entire trip. The house location was easy to find in San Rafel, and just across the street was an incredibly stunning mountain view. San Rafaels location to the national parks was perfect for us. The drive in a non-4x4 was only 20-40 mins depending on which park you were going, and I enjoyed staying out of the more busy tourist town. An additional delight was our hosts. Communication was quick, easy and relaxed. Kenneth gave us great advice for what to do/where to eat during our stay, and even gave us advice for out next stop in Manuel Antonio (which was used and appreciated)! We also spent part of one of our afternoons on his coffee farm and even went with Alexander to their mill and learned more about the coffee-making process. This was an unexpected highlight of our trip. I would highly recommend staying in this VRBO or any hosted by Kenneth.
Se hospedó 3 noches en enero de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Cliente verificado
14 feb. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, personal y atención, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones
This was an absolutely lovely place. It had history and the place was put together with love. Ken even contacted us back in the US and offered suggestions before we went. I highly recommend this house and the owners as a great part of a Costa Rican visit.
Se hospedó 7 noches en febrero de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Carrie J.
11 ene. 2020
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio
Monteverde adventure
A great little property in the mountains. We used this as our launch pad to hike the Monteverde Cloud Forest. It is quite a way up the mountain side. If you are not used to Cota Rican driving, the path to get to the house may seem a duanting but it is not bad at all. Just follow Kenneth's directions and/or use Waze/Google maps to help you. The views are well worth it! Kenneth was always very prompt in returning my messages and and helping us with anything we need. The house itself is very Tico, charming, and snuggly. We loved it.
Se hospedó 1 noche en enero de 2020
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Tyler M.
24 abr. 2019
Peaceful Mountain View Retreat
We loved our 2 night stay in Casa Yami. It was far enough away from the touristy Santa Elena to feel like you were living like a true Tico but close enough to drive to and from the cloud forest and other activities int he area. It had a well equipped kitchen that let us prepare our own meals (good because it is relatively remote and there is not a ton open at night). Short 30 or so minute drive to Monteverde Cloud Forest (I highly suggest you take the 606 route). There was no a/c but ceiling fans and screens on the windows (not always a given in CR) let in a cool breeze that kept the place comfortable. The patio was perfect for sipping a cold Imperial and it had ceiling fans too. We had touchy hot water the first night but I think that was more operator error than anything as the second night all 3 of us took hot showers no problem. Everywhere we stayed had similar touchy hot water but once you figure it out it isn't an issue. The view of the valley was stunning. Yami was amazing. We had planned to use the laundry facilities on the farm (a 5-10 minute drive away) but our schedule made that difficult. Yami took our dirty clothes after she led us to Casa Yami and we picked them up clean and neatly folded on our way out of town 2 days later. This being our 10th day on out trip we were running low on clothes and this was a lifesaver. The communication with Ken was perfect and though he was on a trip out of town he made sure to stay in contact via email and text and we spoke on the phone when we arrived at the farm. All in all a wonderful place to stay in the Monteverde area.