Summary:
Casa Isla en el Cielo in Potrero’s Pacific Heights is a mountaintop complex rightly named “Island in the Sky.” It has a 3-bedroom, 4-bath main home and a big swimming pool, all with panoramic ocean views of Potrero, Flamingo and beyond.
The Space:
The master bedroom has a king bed, giant TV, walk-in closet and sweeping ocean view. The en-suite bath has double sinks and separate shower and bathtub, with beautiful stone work in the shower. The other two bedrooms have a king and a queen bed, and each has an attached bathroom and closet. There is a fourth bathroom off the hallway. The living room contains all-new furniture, including a blue-gray modular sofa, beautiful wooden tables and another giant TV. The dining area features a long wooden table, and on the other side of that is a quartz kitchen island. The kitchen itself is huge, with quartz counters, white cabinets, stainless-steel refrigerator, range, microwave and dishwasher.
The home is air-conditioned throughout, and mountain breezes also keep the house cool. There’s lots of natural light and open space. Beyond the sliding glass doors is a large, landscaped area with a rear patio that has new dining and lounging furniture, plus a barbecue. Down a stairwell is a large, newly renovated swimming pool, with coralline deck and stairs. This property has three gated entrances, a 3-car parking garage and a caretaker who lives on-site. It’s near the end of a 2-mile mountain road, mostly gravel but paved on steeper inclines. This road is sparsely populated with luxury houses, and is also home to deer, monkeys, coatis and foxes.
**The property generally does not allow animals or pets, this includes service and emotional support animals. For detailed information, please refer to the booking policy and/or house rules.**
What’s near Casa Isla en el Cielo, Potrero
At the bottom of the road is the beachfront town of Potrero, which has grocery stores, restaurants and shops. Nearby Surfside has a large population of North Americans and Europeans, and an even more extensive array of bars and restaurants. Several beaches are within a short driving distance, including Playa Danta in the north (fronting the Mediterranean-style town of Las Catalinas), Playa Potrero, Playa Flamingo and the dazzling Playa Conchal to the south. You’ll find all the conveniences you might need nearby, including grocery stores, hardware stores, banks, medical clinics and gas stations. Make Casa Isla en el Cielo in Potrero your home base for a one-of-a-kind vacation.
Adventure awaits
Your rental will be stocked with a welcome basket of coffee, coffee filters, salt, pepper, soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, paper towels, cooking oil and Costa Rica’s famous Salsa Lizano. We’re always ready to help you book any adventure, including scuba diving, fishing, ocean cruises, horseback riding and ATV tours. Day trips to Rincón de la Vieja National Park, whitewater rafting or local cultural tours – we’re here to offer you unbeatable service! Click for more info about tours and activities.
We’ll be happy to provide free, competitive quotes for private rental cars, transport to/from the Liberia or San Jose airports, tours and activities. We are locals and can answer any questions you may have regarding this property and the surrounding area. We are here to make your next Costa Rican getaway unforgettable.
No Pets Policy
Please note that this property is not pet-friendly due to house and condominium rules. No exceptions will be made, and emotional support animals are not permitted. If guests arrive at check-in with pets that have not been verified and approved, access to the property will be denied.
Guest Access:
Tap our vacation expertise for free
This property is managed by Special Places of Costa Rica, a leading full-service vacation rental company in Guanacaste. Our rental and concierge team will be available before and during your stay to address any questions or concerns you might have to help make your trip as delightful as possible.
Special Places concierge agents will be happy to assist with the coordination of airport transfers and rentals of cars or golf carts at no additional cost. Let our 10+ years of experience assist you with recommendations for adventure tours, catamaran cruises, restaurants and beaches. We strive to be an invaluable resource to all our customers, making every vacation an unforgettable experience.
The Neighborhood:
Pacific Heights is a mountainside community in the hills above Playa Potrero with stunning ocean views. Look out on palm trees, lush gardens and the beautiful seascape, surrounded almost completely by frog-green hillsides. Mountain breezes make this hillside perch much cooler than the beach, and wild animals are frequently spotted here.
Drive down the road and you’re in Potrero, with easy access to three beaches (Potrero, Penca and Prieta), and many other beaches to the north and south. The Mediterranean-style village of Las Catalinas is nearby, as is the brand-new Marina Flamingo.
Offering easy access to three beaches (Potrero, Penca and Prieta), this town combines upscale lodging options with the charm of a traditional Costa Rican town (think central plaza with church, school and soccer field).
There are plenty of restaurants, shops and other conveniences, and the downtown area has two mini supers (convenience stores), as well as a commercial plaza with a coffee shop, a hairdresser and other businesses.
Some of the liveliest nightlife in the region can be found at Las Brisas Bar, right on the beach, though it’s normally hopping only on Wednesdays (Ladies’ Night).
Potrero has several nice housing developments with “Villagio” in the name, popular among Italians and other expats. You can find Italian gelato shops, Costa Rican sodas (small, affordable restaurants) and hotels in a range of prices (Pitaya Lodge, Bahía La Esmeralda, Hotel Isolina, Bahía del Sol).
Just to the south of Potrero lie all the attractions of Surfside, and to the north is a beautiful, hilly drive along the ocean, ending at the Mediterranean-style village of Las Catalinas. Potrero is within easy striking distance of several beaches, and it’s a great base to explore the entire region — for a sampler of both the high-end and the humble.
Getting Around:
Our agents will be happy to assist you with renting a car, giving you the freedom to explore the area where you want, when you want. For short drives to nearby towns or beaches, golf carts are another popular mode of transportation. You can also rent a bicycle to ride around in town or beyond.
We can arrange transfers to and from the airport. Rental cars can also be delivered to your property at no additional cost, allowing you to relax and enjoy the scenery as our private van drives you here from the airport.
Taxis are available but can be a bit hard to find. Many locals use buses to get around, though there are a limited number of routes and times of day when you can catch them. Private shuttles can be a great option for traveling to nearby destinations, and many tour companies offer transportation to and from the tour. Our information brochure will provide you with useful information on local transportation options and points of interest, as well as contact information for taxis and shuttles.
Other Things to Note:
Special Places of Costa Rica is committed to protecting our properties and keeping up-to-date with short-term rental regulations, which is why you will be asked to complete our independent verification. Before your stay begins, you will need to verify your details with us to complete your booking. You will be contacted via email and/or text to complete the verification. You will also be given the choice between paying a refundable deposit or buying a non-refundable damage waiver. We suggest you buy the damage waiver as this protects you in case you cause accidental damage during a booking.
