Frequently Asked Questions About Staying at Pura Vida World

The house is on the Tarbaca Road in the mountains above Aserrí, in San José Province, Costa Rica. It is about 14 km (30 to 45 minutes) south of downtown San José.

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is about 31 km away, typically a 50 to 75 minute drive depending on traffic. We can arrange an airport pickup with our driver.

Yes. Pura Vida World is a private vacation home, and you rent the entire house, roughly 4,800 square feet with glass walls facing the valley and three fireplaces.

The house sits at about 5,500 feet, so days are mild and nights are cool all year. There is no air conditioning because it isn't needed. Costa Rica's dry season in the Central Valley usually runs from about December to April, with afternoon showers common from May to November.

Check-in is any time after 1:00 PM and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out may be possible if arranged in advance.

No. The home is for families and small, quiet groups. Pets, smoking inside the house and parties or events are not allowed. See the full House Rules & Guest Policies.

A rental car gives you the most freedom, and a small SUV is comfortable on the mountain roads. If you prefer not to drive, we provide a driver with a van for airport transfers, day trips and overnight excursions.

Poás Volcano, La Paz Waterfall Gardens, Irazú Volcano, Cartago, the Orosi Valley, Braulio Carrillo National Park and coffee farm tours are all within about two hours. Jacó Beach is about two to two and a half hours away.

Enjoy the views and fireplaces, visit local restaurants along the Tarbaca Road such as Ram Luna, explore the coffee farms of the area, and taste our own estate-grown Arabica Obata coffee.

Stays are by inquiry only and there is no online booking. Please call the owner at +1 (214) 202-1855. You can also email lancerankin6229@gmail.com or leave a message through the contact form and we will call you back.