Atenas is a small town about an hour's drive from the Capitol of San Jose. It has a diverse population made up of people from North America and Europe. English is spoken in many businesses such as the hardware store, the electric company's office and a few professional services; an attorney, physician, vet, dentist.
The climate is steady the year around. Either it is raining or not. The rainy, or low, season is generally from mid to end of April, to mid December. The rest is the dry, or high, season.
The Pacific coast beaches are about an hour and a half away via the Autopista. There are tourist things there such as zip lines. A little farther north there is a cloud forest with nature walks.
What we are seeking is someone to just keep the house clean and safe. You will be provided with contact information if you have any questions or there is a maintenance issue that needs to be addressed.
Our house, with a pool, is in a gated community. One bed and bath is open for use in the house, while another is in another building. There is a mountain view.
The house is equiped with t.v., wifi service, and laundry facilities. Lawn and pool care are provided . People's life styles and habits vary greatly, therefore, we only ask for the sitter to pay the electric and water bills, and propane cylinder if it goes empty.