Reliable Β· Trustworthy Β· Experienced

Too busy? Too far away? Let us take the stress off.

Whether you're retired, run off your feet, or splitting the year between here and home, we free up your time so you can enjoy the pura vida life. We'll check on your property, care for your pets, tend the garden and cook fresh meals β€” one trusted contact who's got it handled while you relax.

βœ“ Reliable
βœ“ Trustworthy
βœ“ Experienced
What we help with

Learn it yourself β€” or let us handle it.

Six ways we help, delivered by a small team of vetted, highly-skilled locals. Tap any to see what's included β€” and if it's not listed, just ask.

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Home & Pet Sitting

Your home and pets, watched over like our own

Travel with peace of mind. We keep your home safe and your pets happy and on-routine while you're away β€” near or far.

  • Overnight and daytime house & pet sitting
  • Feeding, walks, playtime and check-ins
  • Mail, deliveries, plants and security checks
  • Basic grooming and help with vet appointments
  • Regular photo and message updates while you're gone
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Gardening

Learn to grow it β€” or let our team handle it

Want to grow your own food? We'll teach you. Rather someone else did the digging? Our team's on it. Your choice.

  • Learn β€” hands-on coaching in growing your own food, guided by expert growers
  • Or we do it β€” weeding, pruning, planting and full garden upkeep
  • Garden building β€” need a garden? We'll design and build you one
  • Advice on working with the local climate and soil
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Food prep

Learn to cook it β€” or let us cook it for you

Busy week? Low on inspiration? Not sure what to make with the local produce? Learn to cook it yourself, or let us take dinner off your plate entirely.

  • Learn β€” cooking guidance and creative recipes built around fresh, local food
  • Or we do it β€” home-cooked dinners, made fresh for you
  • Weekly meal prep for individuals and families
  • Kid-friendly meals and lunches
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Errands

Getting around and getting things done

Stay independent without the hassle. We help you get where you need to go and take care of the day-to-day runarounds.

  • Rides to doctor and dental appointments
  • Pharmacy and medication pickups
  • Grocery runs and shopping
  • Deliveries, drop-offs and everyday errands
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Learn Something New

Languages and music, taught by locals you'll love

Come learn a new language β€” or pick up an instrument. Friendly, patient teachers, available in person or over Zoom.

  • πŸ—£οΈ Spanish β€” taught by Jaelyne, for everyday confidence in your new home
  • πŸ‡«πŸ‡· French β€” taught by Tim, from first words to real conversation
  • 🎸 Music lessons β€” learn an instrument with Tim, in person or on Zoom
  • All levels welcome, at your own pace and on your schedule
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Events & Venue

A place to gather and celebrate

Need a spot to host something special? We have a venue and a helping hand to bring your gathering to life.

  • Ferias, markets and community fundraisers
  • Birthday parties and anniversaries
  • Car washes and group events
  • Space, setup and coordination handled for you

Also available

Need something else? We also help with tech & website support β€” and if it fits a home or a small business, there's probably a trusted hand for it. Just ask.

How it works

Three easy steps.

Step 01

Tell us what you need

Call, text or send a message. Tell us about your home, your pets and your dates β€” whatever's on your plate.

Step 02

We match the right person

We pair you with the right specialist for the job and confirm every detail with you before we begin.

Step 03

Relax and enjoy

It's handled β€” reliably, with one accountable contact β€” so you can get back to enjoying the pura vida life.

Why we started this
β€œPeople kept asking for pet and house sitters β€” more than one person could take on. So we built a small team of specialists we trust, and we coordinate it all for you.”

We focus on what we're great at and bring in skilled local people for the rest. You get one familiar, accountable contact instead of a pile of strangers β€” and our community here in SW Costa Rica gets to earn an honest living doing what they do best.

A team you can trust

One point of contact, backed by specialists in:

🏑Home & house sitting
Reliable, respectful care for your home
🌱Gardening & food growing
Highly-trained growers & garden builders
πŸŽ“Languages & music
Spanish, French and instrument lessons
🍽️Food preparation
Fresh, local, home-cooked meals

Everyone we send is vetted, insured where needed, and someone we personally stand behind.

Kind words

People who know Brandy's work.

A few of the folks who've seen firsthand what she brings to a home.

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β€œI've watched Brandy care for a home top to bottom β€” cleaning, upkeep, the works. She's organized, hardworking and diligent, and she treats a place like it's her own. If she says she'll handle it, it's handled.”
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Peter
Home care & organization
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β€œBrandy was a huge help with our gardening and permaculture design β€” putting the plan into action and getting her hands dirty. Reliable, genuinely knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work alongside.”
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Neal
Gardening & permaculture
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β€œFrom cooking wonderful meals to looking after my animals, Brandy is someone I trust completely. Warm, capable and dependable β€” my pets adore her and so do I.”
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Meghan
Cooking & pet sitting
The pura vida life

This is why you came to Costa Rica.

Spend your days in the rivers, gardens and sunshine β€” not on the to-do list. We'll take care of home while you enjoy it.

Free up your time

Get started

Tell us what you need.

No obligation. We'll get back to you with a friendly quote and the right person for the job. As a new local service, we're building a circle of happy clients β€” come see why your neighbors will be glad they called.

Call or text: +1 (905) 955-3722

Email: [email protected]

Serving SW Costa Rica

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Pura Vida Home Solutions

One trusted contact for home, pets & everyday help Β· SW Costa Rica

+1 (905) 955-3722 Β· [email protected]