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Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail! (San Carlos Castillo de la Fortuna, El Castillo)
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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail! (San Carlos Castillo de la Fortuna, El Castillo)
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Nestled near Arenal Lake and Volcano, this contemporary home offers an immersive experience. Enjoy magnificent views of the volcano, jungle, and lake from the floor-to-ceiling glass walls or relax on the wrap-around terrace with access to a private tropical garden.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41290 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
Concierge services and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 3 bathrooms and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include a balcony and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,290 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Romantic Retreat Volcano View! Waterfall Trail! La Fortuna
360307

About the area

Map
San Carlos Castillo de la Fortuna, El Castillo, Alajuela-San Carlos Castillo de la Fortuna

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tucanes - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Jilguero - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Arenal, Arenal Eco Zoo and Butterfly Conservatory. Arenal Volcano and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Romantic Retreat Volcano View! River Trail! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely fell in LOVE with this place! It is so magical! It's hard to want to even leave the deck to go anywhere. If you're on the fence about staying, just book it!! You won't be sorry!! So glad we found the White Hawk. It made our trip unforgettable! We will be back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LakinAndrew C.

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

Gorgeous!

We recently stayed here for a couple nights and the view is stunning! It was everything we were looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole L.

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

Spectacular View

This home is absolutely stunning with a spectacular view and a very secluded feel. There were a few issues that require some maintenance - the oven did not work while we were there, the roof was leaking in multiple places, and some of
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

What a wonderful place

This is a beautiful place to stay with great views of the volcano. Very clean and has everything you could possible need in the kitchen. We will return
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

anne s.

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

Magnificent views

The views say it all! Magnificant! Beautiful place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

david & laura k.

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

Beautiful immersion experience

Stunning views of the volcano and rainforest from all living spaces including the bedroom. Very peaceful and relaxing. Highly recommend. Saw toucans and lots of other beautiful birds right on the property. Hope to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Peaceful Stay

We enjoyed our stay and the quietness of the area! We would stay here again. The birding is fantastic on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita L Z.

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

Beautiful Gift of a View!

We arrived late so it was dark. Our host Augustin was very kind and checked us in and made sure we were taken care of. When we woke up in the morning there was Arenal volcano just outside our window. We went outside on the beautiful patio and you could hear and see all the beautiful noises of the jungle. Song birds, toucans, and monkeys. It was comfortable and beautiful! We would definitely stay here again. The road up is a bit of a climb but the view is unmatched !!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ R.

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

Great Experience

From the check in, to the house and the view, everything was great. As a consequence, we had a very nice few days exploring the Arenal area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vadim F.

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

House in paradise

We had wonderful stay in the house. It has everything: views, privacy, hiking trail to waterfall, short driving distance to La Fortuna, hot springs, etc. Would definitely recommend it to all our friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margot E.

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

Amazing location, perfect for two couples

We loved our stay at this incredible house. Coffee on the deck while watching the birds. Wonderful hikes right from the property and great restaurants close by. It was absolutely wonderful and the host’s communication was very good. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Letisha A.

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

Amazing

If you’re looking for a magical escape into nature, this house is an absolute dream! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking jungle views. Every morning, we woke up to the sounds of the rainforest and even spotted toucans and white-faced monkeys up the driveway!But the real magic happens at night—fireflies lit up the darkness, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere. Sitting on the deck, surrounded by the sounds of the jungle, we had the most incredible view of the stars. It felt like we were in another world.This place is perfect for anyone who loves nature, adventure, and tranquility. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great views, great home

We enjoyed watching the birds, private gardens, private hiking trails, and the private waterfalls. Oh, and the views were spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

What a great place

The pictures do not do this home justice. Very clean, comfortable, great views, flowers everywhere. We would like to return next year. Convenient to many activities yet very quiet and private
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry W.

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

Great Remote Location

This house had the most amazing views from the deck, great room and bedrooms. We could see Lake Arenal, Arenal Volcano and an amazing rain forest. The views were worth the 1 mile bumpy road to get there. The caretakers were great and attended to our every need.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debi D.

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

Amazing Property

We absolutely loved this property. The house was very spacious and the location was amazing. We had coffee in the mornings watching the sun come up over the volcano. We also enjoyed the view from the wall of glass in the evenings when the bugs were starting to come out. Will definitely stay again,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Guest

We are so happy ,it was fantastic. Loved the llocation and we thought the Phoenix was really nice we ate there morning and night. We did take the waterfall hike and it also was a special treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karilee J.

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

Incredible backyard!

This home is surrounded with beauty. It Is a very nice place to stay. We didn’t get to see the birds and wildlife we hoped to see but loved all the vegetation. We did see some himmingbirds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Amazing views

Great house with lots of places to soak in the views of the volcano and lake, even from the shower! Kitchen is very well stocked with lots of appliances and gadgets and we really appreciated the gas grill outside. Check in was super easy with a guide from the welcome center showing us to the property and giving us a quick tour. We all agreed this was our favorite house during our 2 week stay in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

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

Stunning view! Comfortable master bed. Great showers.

The house itself is worth the effort of the driveway but be prepared with a 4 WD vehicle. There are some tricky spots but it is well worth it. You'll love staying in this house and neighborhood. Pura Vida!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

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

Awesome Mountain Stay

We absolutely loved this spot! The grounds are filled with paths to explore all the way down the mountain to the creek. There were all kids of birds to watch from the balcony and the views were spectacular!!! You will have fun driving up to the home so don’t under estimate the need for all wheel drive. The checkin was quick and easy and the home has all the amenities you could possibly need. We only wished we had more time to enjoy this awesome home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F., Mentor MN

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

Gorgeous view!!

We stayed here for 5 days and the house and views were amazing! We loved the serenity and beauty of the property even with the mile drive from the main road, which was very rough. Would recommend a 4 wheel drive vehicle. We ate breakfast at the Phoenix down the road, ventured out for dinner and drove to La Fortuna for a day to see sloths. Sky’s Adventures is just down the road to zip line and we took a horseback riding adventure to a hidden waterfall. This was a perfect location!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Loved our stay

My husband and I enjoyed a really wonderful 3 night stay here last week. The house is great - just as described and super clean (very important to us) and we spent most of our “at home” time on the back porch, listening to the forest sounds and enjoying the rain and the ever changing views of the volcano. The house was perfect for us - quiet, off the beaten path and very comfortable. Agustin was great to deal with and extremely responsive to our questions and needs. Highly recommend this unique and wonderful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dory S.

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

Spectacular!!!

This home is spectacular and one of the coolest places I have ever stayed. The views are magnificent and the sounds of the waterfall in the background make for a serene setting. We enjoyed hiking to the waterfall on the property in the rubber boots provided. The gardens are lovely and the care taken to maintain them is evident. We loved relaxing on the veranda
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia S.

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

Paradise found!

It is a beautiful property in even more beautiful surroundings! The view from the balcony is absolutely stunning! The gardens, birds, the view of the volcano ! The house is very modern and gorgeous, we didn’t have a chance to use the kitchen but it seems well stocked. The house is about 20 minutes from La Fortuna, it was perfect for us! Agustin who is a manager/caretaker is wonderful, emailing all the instructions, meeting us to take to the property, answering all the questions right away! It was a wonderful stay all together and we did not want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024