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Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center

Cabin in Monteverde with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
View from property
Interior detail
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center

Cabin in Monteverde with kitchen and balcony
Laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cabin. The cabin boasts a jetted bath and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 1.5 bathrooms and a sofa bed, and other amenities include a balcony and a fridge. Housekeeping is available on request.
Guest accommodation at this cabin offers a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower with in-room jetted baths. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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

Property manager

Veronica Sheehan

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Spelunking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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 are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
This property accepts cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Carretera a Monteverde, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 15 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Vista al Golfo and within 3 miles (5 km) of Mundo de los Insectos and Jardín de Orquídeas. Monteverde Orchid Garden and Ficus La Raiz are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Casa Cielo: Bird’s Eye Views– proceeds support Sustainability Center Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

We had a lovely stay at Casa Cielo. The views from the property are amazing, and it is conveniently located on the main road through to Santa Elena/Monteverde. We’re also very happy in benefits the Sustainability Center, which is one of the main reasons we booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

We had a good stay at Casa Cielo. The sunsets and sunrises are absolutely amazing! The bed was comfortable however it was really short. Also, FYI the cabin is more on the rustic side and the balcony could use some work.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We just loved this property! After a flight delay we had to travel in the dark which was a bit scary but Stuart was amazing at helping make sure we found the cabin. When we woke up the next morning, we were greeted with the most incredible view, there was even a rainbow.We had everything we needed and enjoyed the incredible sunsets each night. Stuart also took us on a bird sightseeing tour on their farm which was great, we saw so many amazing birds. Close to Santa Elena for restaurants and shopping. Wonderful start to our trip throughout CR.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

My family recently stayed there for 2 nights. I have to say the view is unbelievable gorgeous!! The house does feel like standing in the sky from the mountain. All you can see out of the window is the surrounding mountains, the clouds moving and shadows fall into the mountain. Birds in the sky. Sunset is gorgeous! All my family, including two kids at age 5 and 7, totally enjoyed it. Neighbor's dog is a cute plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We had the most gorgeous view up in the mountains and had a delicious home cooked authentic Costa Rican dinner one night! 10/10 would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

We were completely blown away by this stay - the house is amazing with absolutely incredible views at the edge of a valley. Sunrises and sunsets are unreal. Tons of birds flying by all the time - we saw a lot of vultures and a few magpies, plus some songbirds.Our host invited us to go on a birding walk early in the morning about half an hour's drive from the house, where we saw an incredible amount of amazing species including parrots, parakeets, motmots, manakins, and nighthawks, plus a very friendly donkey.The only thing we had we had trouble with was the hot tub - the hot water heater doesn't seem to be able to keep up with the water demand for the tub. Don't let this dissuade you though, this is a must-stay in the Monteverde region.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

We enjoyed our short stay. Love the views from the windows and outside deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

i had such a nice stay at this magical spot. saw beautiful birds and even some monkeys in the distance from the balcony! the views are unmatched.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10

An absolutely breathtaking view in a fun little spot. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

One of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed. The house is rustic and a little rough around the edges but that is all accounted for in the price and clear in the listing. The village of Santa Elena is close by and great for dining and shopping. Just string the hammock up on the porch and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Casa Cielo was fantastic and Veronica/Stuart were even more fantastic. Highly recommend this place. Make sure you stop at the sustainability centre, it was a highlight of our time in Monteverde
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

This place is totally wonderful, remote yet accessible, with an utterly stunning view, everything you need and just fantastic people to rent from. You will not regret choosing this rental!!

10/10

The chalet was brilliant. A great space for the whole family, with amazing views. The hosts communicated brilliantly and we had a great time. The view is honestly just amazing and waking up to it on the mornings we're beautiful. Great facilities too with a kitchen stocked with equipment and some coffee and bits provided. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We truly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property - the views were gorgeous, the house had all the amenities we needed and helpful notes to explain the property. A true gem in Monteverde. Veronica was a terrific host and we loved that this helped support local social justice and sustainability causes!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10

This property has the view !! Don't expect a completely bug-free room. All basic necessities are taken care of. It is not a resort but if you are looking for a simple, peaceful stay with great views, this is it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

I wish we had more time to spend there, but what a nice oasis to come home to after trekking the hills all day! The view rivals all the expensive hotels in the area. I was glad to know that staying there might help in some small way support the efforts to preserve habitat in the area. Definitely use the GPS coordinates to find it. Even though it is close to the road, we never would have found it without them.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We stayed for 3 nights and wish we had stayed the entire 9 nights we had in CR. Veronica was extremely accommodating with the warmest welcome after our long drive. We chose this place after reading it benefited the Sustainable Demonstration Center, as well as offering local homemade food from the neighbor Giselle and her family, which was amazing!! We could have stayed at the house all day with the beautiful views watching birds and monkeys but we did explore the wonderful town of Santa Elena and Selvatura Reserve. We have recommended this wonderful place to many friends and hope we can return again someday. It fills me with excitement to revisit this listing with the wonderful experience and memories it provided us. Thank you Veronica and family :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We had 3 amazing days at the Casa Cielo. We stopped first by the sustainability Center for great food and to learn about Veronica's projects before discovering this little paradise. The house is very well equipped and ideal to accommodate our family of 3 teenagers. We loved throwing food out the window, looking at birds and vegetation. We were glad that we weren't in Santa Elena where it seems to drizzle all the time, where in Casa Cielo was sunny and breezy. The mangoes were delicious and the kids learned that the mandarines are very sour. Thanks again for your generosity.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Our family of four stayed at Casa Cielo in March. It is rare in life that you meet an individual as wonderful as our host Veronica. Her availability and conscientiousness were unsurpassed. We were thrilled to see the work being done at the sustainability center and learn about native plants and animals in our short visits with Stuart and Veronica before we headed to the cabin and upon our departure. Seeing the animals and swimming in the river at Veronica's other property were highlights of our trip. The cabin was just what our family needed-an opportunity to take in the beauty of the area and connect with one another with simple pleasures. We highly recommend Casa Cielo and hope to return some day. Buy the coffee and other goodies that are offered during your stay-they are delicious!

10/10

Casa Cielo is a unique experience that typifies Costa Rica's laidback lifestyle and joy of the environment. We stayed 2 weeks and were awakened every morning by a pair of the local blue jays banging on the windows. We were visited by a troupe of Capuchin monkeys, a bold, red, tufted ear squirrel and a variety of birds. A gecko and baby iguana were in the bedroom- never caused problems, it was cool. Any organic food remains (apple cores, banana peels, watermelon rinds) were thrown out the window (as far as you can) for the wildlife. The view from balcony is magnificent, looking out over the forest and hills. One thing that took some getting used to was their septic system (same throughout the country, wherever we went) you DO NOT put ANYTHING- including toilet paper in the toilet. There is a small wastebasket provided for all TP, etc. If you want to get away from hotels and live more in line with the locals (yet still feel a bit special) THIS is the place to do it! Not only would I recommend it to others, I would cheerfully stay there again!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

We loved our three night stay at La Lindora. The view from this cabin is amazing morning, noon and night. The kitchen is adequately stocked and there are good restaurants nearby. Monte Verde is a short drive away. We loved just being at the place and looking out over the expanse of the valley, and watching birds come and go from the porch. We had dinner prepared and delivered from Giselle, as soon as we arrived ( ordered ahead of time) which was so heartwarming and delicious to start our trip. Highly recommend this and any outings provided by Stuart !! Thank you Stuart for being our friend and guide. Absolutely not to miss is a tortilla making and coffee tour with Stuart! Our guide in Monte Verde was so knowledgeable and we enjoyed the tour very much. Do pay attention to what is falling around you when looking high in the trees at howler monkeys! We would absolutely come here again when we have the chance. I recommend a head light or something for navigating from the parking spot down to the house. We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We (couple, mid-late 20's) stayed at Casa Cielo for 2 nights and wish we had stayed longer! We stopped at the Sustainability Demonstration Centre on the way up - a must see! Veronica was such a warm and welcoming host, and was extremely helpful with booking tours and making recommendations for things to do during our stay. Our tour of the Sustainability Centre with Stuart was one of the highlights of our whole trip to Costa Rica! We had dinner made for us by Giselle one evening - delicious. Will be recommending this place to all of our friends and family - the views are unbelievable and it was so nice to "get away" in this private home (while still being very close to Saint-Elena!). For those renting a car - recommend an SUV, particularly if driving to Selvatura Park or other local attractions in the Monteverde area. The "Rally Yaris" made it around okay, but something with a little bit more clearance would have made driving less stressful! Definitely want to come back - 2 days was not enough time to explore the area - and I would have loved to check out the farmers market on a Saturday!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Casa Cielo was the perfect location for our family of four looking for our adventure in Costa Rica. Close to Santa Elena for grocery, a restaurant meal or some souvenirs. The location gave us close access to Selvatura Adventure Park for an amazing Zip Line experience, a tour of the Cloud Forest guided by Veronica's brother in law Greivin, horseback riding to the hot springs, the Don Juan Coffee Tour and of course the Sustainability Demonstration Centre. Veronica, Carol, Alex and Stuart were gracious and very welcoming hosts and travel agents giving us detailed advice and recommendations to everything we wanted to do. Be sure to spend some time at the centre to learn all the amazing things this family is doing for the community and the environment. The Saturday market across from the centre is also a great community event to experience traditional food, music and culture. The cabin offered spectacular views and opportunities daily to view wildlife up close. Be sure to take up the offer of Giselle's home cooking. The taste of Costa Rica direct to your dining table. Thank you to Jose also for bringing us to the river for a fantastic private swim in the river.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

We picked up the keys from Veronica at the Sustainability Demonstration Center, where she is doing so much good work for the environment and the local community. In fact the rental cost of the cabin goes directly to supporting the center. If you have time to let her show you around the center and explain the work she is doing, you wont be disappointed. The view from the cabin on the side of the hill are so expansive and the number of birds to see is incredible. Giselle's cooking is excellent and a great opportunity to take an evening away from domestic chores, support the local community and enjoy fresh ingredients and a home cooked meal delivered right to your kitchen table. 700 meters up the road is Finca Lindora where you must take the opportunity for only $35 to horseback ride through the hills to a private paradise of two natural rock pools built to capture hot spring water coming out of the hill and adjacent to a gushing stream of cold water. There's even a stone changing room. It was amazing, and totally private - just my husband and I and our 9-year old daughter. Horses are rock steady so no concerns for non-riders. We would definitely recommend for those wanting to get away from it all but yet be only a 10 minute drive to town (Santa Elena/Monteverde).

6/10

Our family of 4 recently stayed in this home for 3 nights. One of my main reasons for choosing this property was the reports of how clean it was. Unfortunately, this was not the case for our stay. We were told that the caretaker/neighbor had a loss in the family just before our stay, so it's completely understandable for the misses. The floors were not mopped, cleaning supplies are stored right next to pots and dishes in the cabinets, AND the sheets for all the beds smelled of mildew. The property did not have any toiletries or laundry soap, nor anything in the kitchen, like salt or cooking oil. It would have been helpful to know so that we could have packed toiletries. We also ran out of toilet paper so we had to purchase some. The beds were fairly uncomfortable too. The phone and therefore the wifi were down due to circumstances that were out of anyone's control, but it certainly made it inconvenient for us to book activities and communicate with the owner, etc. And our hotspot did not work in the house either. BUT, the view is absolutely amazing!!! And the tub was nice too, a much cleaner alternative to the mildewy smell in the bathroom. I'm sure that our experience is not the norm, and I would recommend this place for the million dollar view alone! It's THAT beautiful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018