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Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen
This smoke-free holiday home features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a sofa bed. A kitchen comes with a fridge and a stovetop, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a fireplace. Limited housekeeping is available.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with DVD players. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Daniel Reed - Florida, USA

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside Only. No Smoking Inside

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Nuevo Arenal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tenorio Volcano National Park - 23 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Tronadora Arena - 28 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 39 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 46 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café & Macadamia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Corral - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marisqueria Guayo - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Moya's Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gutierrez Family Pizzería - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River located?

This family-friendly Arenal holiday home is located on a river, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake Arenal, and within 6 mi (10 km) of FlyZone Wakeboard School and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Catarata Morpho Azul and Venado Caves are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tropical Paradise

Property is gorgeous. It is a quiet haven that makes a great home base for exploring the area. Watching the hummingbirds and other tropical birds is a great way to spend your time. The place has everything you need to relax and enjoy Costa Rica.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Paradise

We enjoyed our first visit to the Villa (and to Costa Rica) very much! All of the words used to describe this setting are so true--Private, paradise, beautiful tropical gardens...it is all of this and more! It truly was an escape from our hectic lives. It was so nice to just relax on the property some days and easy to drive to an excursion away from the Villa when we wanted. Horseback riding with Alex just up the road is awesome--we rode up the mountain side with incredible views. Alex's restaurant is very good also and it is so close--don't pass up his hand made cheese! The Villa is very well equipped with everything needed to enjoy meals there--the panini maker was great to have and dining on the patio during sunset was truly memorable! We definitely look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful grounds and great experience

The property is definitely on the rustic side but all the core amenities are there. The grounds are spectacular! Hiking trails in the back are amazing. There are stunning streams, large trees, and more. The area around the property is rugged and we encountered road closures due to mudslides. Overall, it’s a fantastic experience if you’re looking for a true rainforest and mountain getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house overlooking lake

Nice property; beautiful sunsets and great birdwatching from patios; swimming holes on property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samm M., Waterloo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for us

Beautifully built and maintained home in a simply gorgeous setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamalyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rain forest

Beautiful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special Spot in Nuevo Arenal

This home is special even though it poured most of our week there. We were told by several locals and neighbors that the torrential rain was unusual for January ( we thought we were going during the dry season). Luckily the house has several areas protected from the rain and we saw many dozens of incredible birds we had never seen in the U.S. Also had Coati wandering through the backyard.We highly recommend this home.One thing to know is that the roads closest to the house are very curvy and were fine when it wasn’t raining and foggy but were reluctant to go out when the rain was coming down. The Hotel Rana was super close , driving wise and the food and staff were great.They enjoyed sharing food with the birds and bringing them close so we could see them up close.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The property is absolutely stunning! There is wildlife galore on the property and you feel like you’re in the middle of the rainforest. We had perfect weather and it was a little cooler but, if it wasn’t, the lack of air conditioning may have been rough! Love love loved this place and so did the whole group. 10/10 would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

This was our first time to Costa Rica and we could not have been more blown away by this place! The house was spectacular and the surrounding rainforest where we could explore made the experience even more wonderful! We really enjoyed the dipping pool after spending the day exploring. The town of Nuevo Arenal was great! Very friendly people, great Sodas to eat at, and plentiful grocery stores. One note regarding the house, the upstairs and downstairs are not connected from the inside, only from the outside. With little kids, dad slept upstairs with a kid and mom was downstairs with the others. But this set up is great for families with older kids or two families vacationing together.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martyne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradis

Beautiful gardens. Spent hours on balcony watching wildlife enjoying coffee in the morning and margaritas in afternoon. Everything you need is there at a reasonable price. Close to good restaurants (10 minutes) multitude of activities within 1 hours drive. Do not hesitate to rent this beautiful quiet home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGIE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feb 2024 stay

Our family truly enjoyed the beautiful grounds and location of Lake View Villa. We woke to howler monkeys every morning and our sons saw 3. We saw multiple birds including hummingbirds, toucans, aracaris, parrots, parakeets, bananaquits and many more. Grounds are well maintained, very peaceful and relaxing. The location is close to good restaurants and 2 small sized grocery stores (10-15 minutes) and within about an hour of other activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

barbara s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nature Lovers' Paradise

The Villa was a wonderful place to stay for a relaxing week in nature. The birds were breathtaking. We heard howler monkeys every day and saw them several times. A very persistent coati was often attempting to pilfer the fruit from the birds. The grounds and paths are beautiful, but because of the rain we didn't have much opportunity to explore. However, the weather was warm, and the patio was dry, and the birds did not seem to mind the rain. They were always ready to put on a great show!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Costa Rica Rainforest

The house is an oasis in the rainforest! It has all of the amenities that you need, and you can't beat the property views, birds and rainforest trail! Allow time to just sit and enjoy the land. It is located about an hour's drive from La Fortuna and 45 min from the base of Arenal. The listing notes the master suite has a separate entrance, but it didn't register with me that there would be no interior access between floors. Not a problem for our group, just an FYI for those traveling with younger kids. We are already thinking about staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F., Galveston Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

The house was beautiful although we were rarely there. We only got to explore the first day around thw property because of the rain but we knew it was the rainy season. It wasnt too far from most everything you definitely need to rent a car. We had issues with the wifi but the property manager was diligent and was able to get it resolved. The cell service isnt very good so we were very greatful that she was able to fix it. There is no ac so keep that in mind but many places in Costa Rica dont have ac. There were plenty of fans provided to make sleeping comfortable.Overall we were very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lezlie P., St. Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

Once you navigate the steep driveway, the grounds are stunning. Besides the beautiful flowers and plants, we saw so many birds - love that there is a platform feeder right off the patio. We also saw howler monkeys. The house is clean and comfortable and has every kitchen item you could need. Beds are comfy. The reason for the 4 star rating is the wifi. The signal was weak at best and we had a couple of outages in the time we were there. Not great for remote work. Overall, though, this is a lovely place to stay for a relaxing getaway and take in the beauty that is Costa Rica!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Graham A.

Magnificent views from well maintained house

The panoramic views towards the lake are unbeatable. The house is in good order. Everything works. The quirky layout has been described in other reviews. It was not a problem for us, though the small single beds in the living room were more suited to children than adults. The grounds slope so steeply that exploring them takes greater fitness than we had appreciated from the description. Not helped by wet weather which made trails slippery. There also seemed to be some neighbourly dispute about access. The wet weather made bird sightings only occasional. We saw much more in the grounds of the Lucky Bug Hotel down the road.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family of 4

Finding it was a bit tricky. House was clean but it had its moments with ants and such. It is the rain forest. Everything we needed was there and it was well stocked with toiletries, games, movies, etc. They have a new rescued dog down the street that came by a few times and he is a bit out of control. They gave us a water bottle to shoo him away when we need him to leave. Good restaurants nearby, great views!! Fun 10 point wellness walk around the property. The grounds are well groomed. No monkeys but tons of birds! We had a lot of flea bits or ant bites. We used several different mosquito ki repellents but it didn’t do as much as we needed. Overall it was a nice stay for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pineapple Paradise

This trip was our first visit to Costa Rica. We started with a 2-day raft trip on the Pacuare River, then found ourselves in this Private Villa tropical paradise, listening to howler monkeys and watching toucans and a variety of other birds from the second story balcony💕 We nicknamed this house the Pineapple Paradise because of the pineapples growing in the garden below. After Costa Rican drip coffee, we were able to adventure through the soft forest floor discovering many colorful insects and flora on the trail to the lake. Then it felt refreshing to cool off in the splash pool with the combination of afternoon rain. The location of the house was a perfect distance from the recreation around La Fortuna, but away from the hustle bustle of the town. One day we met with a neighbor who was redirecting a stray cow from our driveway. She and her husband and happy little dog were so friendly and gave us a tour of her nursery, pura vida! The house is well stocked, including binoculars! It was easy to cook meals, then play family games inside and out! Our family appreciated the 2 floors, leaving the bottom floor to our 3 teen kids, and my husband and I could retreat to our own space upstairs. It was a magical experience that we will remember forever. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

ABSOLUTE PARADISE

Oh my!!! What an experience! The property was absolutely fantastic! It gave us all of the peace and seclusion that we needed! My husband and I celebrated our 13 year wedding anniversary and my birthday for 5 days and I can truly say this was by far the BEST villa I have ever visited. The tropical paradise that we experienced was unreal. First of all, the property is HUGE and the landscape is GORGEOUS! I called it the Garden of Eden. The view of the lake and rainforest was amazing from the upstairs section of the villa. The flowers and various plants were stunningly beautiful and the variation of different trees, including palm trees were very pleasing to the eye. There are lime trees and pineapple bushes on the property, which was an amazing treat and we used one that had fallen to take shots and add to our salads one day. The villa is well-stocked with plenty of dishes, cookware, and everything else. The washer and dryer was a big plus because it rained a bit while we were there, but I did not mind. It comes and goes. The plunge pools were so nice and the trails were great! More like something out of The Jungle Book. Might I add, the variety of BIRDS was such a pleasant addition. Many different humming birds and other beautiful tropical birds visited every day in abundance. They sang to us every morning. It was amazing to see! I took a walk everyday on the property and discovered something new and serene each day! It was HEAVEN! Book and you will not regret it!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful nature escape!

We had a wonderful stay, family of 5. We enjoyed the wellness walk and all of the beautiful landscaping and foliage that attracts the nature that surrounds you. Make sure you get to the 10 spot to enjoy the ancient tree. We loved having coffee on the deck around the master upstairs, watching birds of every color and type, we even saw toucan and green parrots in the tree. Has binoculars available also. Had everything we needed including bottled jugs of water when first getting to the property. The road is blacktopped getting there if you are coming from Liberia, take 1 and then 142, go down to Tilaran and then back up has best roads. Not as many restaurants open for dinner nearby, like in La Fortuna, but had good food. This place is a tropical escape you shouldn’t miss.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This home was simply paradise, and none of us wanted to leave! Everything in this home was completely stocked with everything that we needed. It was also very clean which is a big plus for our family. This property was truly everything we wanted and more. We are already planning for a future trip next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The villa has a great view of the lake and is extremely quiet. It’s secluded but still close to the main road and we felt like it was a safe area The directions provided by the owner are good but it is hard to find at night. The furniture, bedding and amenities are pretty old but we were not expecting 5 star. We loved Nuevo Arenal compared to the very touristy La Fortuna but there are of course more activities there. Overall very happy with the villa
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysson B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Tropical Getaway

Just like everyone has stated, this property is beautiful. The property is very well maintained. It is like one big garden with lots of flowers and walking paths. The paths that go through the forest and also down to the lake are very enjoyable to walk along. The house was in great shape and had everything we needed. The house stayed cool with the windows open. We had 7 of us there and had plenty of room. We didn't have any issues at all and really enjoyed the place. I would not hesitate to go back there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L., Tucson, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views, Tropical Forest Feel

We stayed here for four nights and absolutely loved it. The property grounds were beautifully vivid, and the layout allowed for superb viewing of the many bird species around. Inside, there was an upstairs and downstairs kitchen that came in very handy when we felt like cooking. The decor and vibe had a very relaxed, tropical feel, and the upstairs balcony was a neat way to see different views from the downstairs views. We also loved walking around on the short forest paths, where there were strawberry poison dart frogs and amazing plant life. The bird species were incredible, with toucans coming right up to the house. Finally, we appreciated that we felt safe and comfortable for our entire stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023