Coolest Temperatures in Central Valley are where?

[WILLIAM MILLS]

Jason,

I was watching your video from the Costa Rica Conference in August where you were discussing Grecia as having great weather temperatures, but you also mentioned a place close by, but did not show the name on your slides. The name sounded like “Sunny Cerdeo”. Could you give me the correct spelling for this city. There is a lot we like about Costa Rica, but our second choice is Ecuador, because it has several expat communities where the altitude keep the daytime temperatures in the 70’s and nights in the 50-60’s.

In the central valley, what cities have the coolest days? Ideally, we like the days in the mid 70′ & 80’s and the night in the mid 60’s? We can take it warmer if the humidity is low, but we really want to get away from running A/C and staying inside for most of the day.

Looking forward to meeting you at the Vegas conference.

[JASON HOLLAND]

Hi William,

Looking forward to Vegas too. Definitely stop by my table and say hi.

Most of the Central Valley has temps like you describe. Most of the Valley is around 3,000 feet elevation. As you go higher the average temperatures gets even lower. 4,000 feet might be your sweet spot. There is really no humidity. We’ve never used AC or felt the need for it in the Central Valley.

The town you mentioned is San Isidro de Grecia. It’s a village / settlement on the mountain above Grecia. Very pleasant weather up there.

[WARREN FELLER]

Hi Jason,

Could you give me an idea of availability of rental houses (2-3 bedrooms), and rental condos/apartments in the Atenas, Grecia, and San Isidro de Grecia area? Are furnished units very available?

Thanks much.

[JASON HOLLAND]

Hi Warren,

In those areas you’ll find mostly rental homes – and a good amount – and they are often furnished. Not many condo communities in those areas, though there are some. Apartments will be in town and usually cheaper than homes.

When you’re scanning for long term rentals online browse the for sale and vacation rental sections as well. Often the owners or property managers are willing to bring on a long term tenant.

And there’s definitely room to bargain in all cases. You can negotiate lower rent or ask the landlord to throw in landscaping and/or maid service.

Jason

[MIKE LEON]

Jason,

Is there much rental property around Lake Arenal? My wife and I are planning a trip there next year and I am looking for something for a month to a month and a half.

Also, do you know approximately what rentals in that area would run?

Thanks,
Mike Leon

[JASON HOLLAND]

Definitely a lot of rentals around Arenal. Long term rentals where traditionally you sign a six month to a year lease start at $600 a month – or even less for a nice two-bedroom. You might be able to negotiate a similar rate even if you stay just a month or so. Your best bet is to contact the property owners or management company and just ask if they’d be willing to work out a short-term arrangement.

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