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Blue Butterfly Cottage - Gated and Private. Not just a cottage; it's a place.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pool
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor space
Explore the area

Nuevo Arenal, Guanacaste
- Lake Arenal3 min drive
- Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park40 min drive
- Tabacon Hot Springs41 min drive
- La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)61 min drive
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About the area
Arenal
When you stay at this cottage in Arenal, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Arenal. .This cottage is 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park and 23.3 mi (37.5 km) from Arenal Volcano.
What's nearby
- Lake Arenal - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Tenorio Volcano National Park - 28 min drive - 15.4 km
- Arenal Volcano National Park - 35 min drive - 27.5 km
- Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 40 min drive - 30.0 km
- Tabacon Hot Springs - 41 min drive - 33.5 km
Getting around
- La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
- Café & Macadamia - 13 min drive
- Tom's Pan German Bakery - 5 min drive
- Selva Paraíso Souvenir & Coffee Shop - 17 min drive
- Toucan Lane Restaurant - 18 min drive
- Café y Restaurante Casa Delagua - 15 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Blue Butterfly Cottage - Gated and Private. Not just a cottage; it's a place.
Our property is not just a cottage; it is a place... a place with activities, wildlife, flora, fauna, fruits, trails, small waterfalls and much more. Over 66 acres.
NEW: A/C recently added and we now have fiber optic internet access. Wi-Fi throughout. Great upload and download speeds to stay connected or just disconnect and enjoy the natural beauty of an extraordinary property. Also, the road to the property is now partially paved. Much improved.
CRParaiso is home to endangered species, virgin forest, gardens and orchards galore with bananas, several varieties of oranges, lemons, limes, macadamia, sugar cane, chocolate (cacao), pineapple, bountiful species and varieties of flora, fauna and wildlife with over 3 miles of hiking trails.
In addition, we have on-property activities to save driving time and avoid crowds and long lines. Even if you do not wish to participate in our on-property activities, all guests have full roam of the property and the many hiking trails, gardens, views and wildlife. Check out our current on-property activities:
crparaiso.com
Even if you are staying in the area at another location, please consider visiting us to experience a slice of adventure and the beauty Nuevo Arenal has to offer.
SPECIAL NOTE: All on-property tours are totally removed from the cottage so not to interfere with the privacy and solitude of guests staying on-property. We specifically arranged our tour areas for your peace and quiet while in the cottage.
There are many adventure opportunities in and around Nuevo Arenal. It is a very small community with plenty of shopping and great restaurants. This area is centrally located to take advantage of many adventure activities, abundant flora and fauna and tremendous biodiversity that Costa Rica is known for. Within an hour, you can enjoy the La Fortuna area with the Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges and Hot Springs. Take in the beauty of Rio Celeste at Tenorio Volcano and be within 2 hours of Liberia Airport.
Also, you will be helping us to keep our large property in conservation so future generations can enjoy it as well. Our proceeds are used to maintain our property in its natural beauty and protected.
Our property is host to endangered species and many varieties of orchids alone. Our mission is to conserve this natural beauty for the enjoyment of future generations.
We also specialize in providing an optional dining experience for those that would like to have a traditional Costa Rican meal prepared and enjoyed Al Fresco in our beautiful new pavilion. Please inquire for details.
As you enter our property, you are immediately overcome with a sense of tranquility that words cannot describe. Further along, you are swept away into a world of beautiful flora, fauna and wildlife.
Our Blue Butterfly Cottage is perfect for one or two persons that appreciate a clean, cozy and comfortable abode. With our queen size pull out sofa bed, we can accommodate up to 4 persons. Ideal for the independent traveler that enjoys privacy.
The front veranda is great for early morning conversations with the local monkeys, hummingbirds and toucans. With a built-in table, you can commune with nature while sipping your favorite morning, afternoon or evening beverage.
The cottage has a sleeping loft with a full size bed, The living area has a full size sleep sofa, the kitchen is fully equipped with a gas oven/stove, full size refrigerator, double sink, tankless gas hot water heater, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, dishes and utensils. There is a small living area with a 24' flat screen with cable TV. Lots of movies and TV shows. There is a small eat-in area off the living area and there is a full bath with a large shower.
We do have a large main house on the property for those looking for more accommodations for up to ten persons, please check out our CRParaiso Main House-- a perfect house for larger groups/families -- just as cozy, clean and comfortable VRBO Listing #421812
NEW: A/C recently added and we now have fiber optic internet access. Wi-Fi throughout. Great upload and download speeds to stay connected or just disconnect and enjoy the natural beauty of an extraordinary property. Also, the road to the property is now partially paved. Much improved.
CRParaiso is home to endangered species, virgin forest, gardens and orchards galore with bananas, several varieties of oranges, lemons, limes, macadamia, sugar cane, chocolate (cacao), pineapple, bountiful species and varieties of flora, fauna and wildlife with over 3 miles of hiking trails.
In addition, we have on-property activities to save driving time and avoid crowds and long lines. Even if you do not wish to participate in our on-property activities, all guests have full roam of the property and the many hiking trails, gardens, views and wildlife. Check out our current on-property activities:
crparaiso.com
Even if you are staying in the area at another location, please consider visiting us to experience a slice of adventure and the beauty Nuevo Arenal has to offer.
SPECIAL NOTE: All on-property tours are totally removed from the cottage so not to interfere with the privacy and solitude of guests staying on-property. We specifically arranged our tour areas for your peace and quiet while in the cottage.
There are many adventure opportunities in and around Nuevo Arenal. It is a very small community with plenty of shopping and great restaurants. This area is centrally located to take advantage of many adventure activities, abundant flora and fauna and tremendous biodiversity that Costa Rica is known for. Within an hour, you can enjoy the La Fortuna area with the Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges and Hot Springs. Take in the beauty of Rio Celeste at Tenorio Volcano and be within 2 hours of Liberia Airport.
Also, you will be helping us to keep our large property in conservation so future generations can enjoy it as well. Our proceeds are used to maintain our property in its natural beauty and protected.
Our property is host to endangered species and many varieties of orchids alone. Our mission is to conserve this natural beauty for the enjoyment of future generations.
We also specialize in providing an optional dining experience for those that would like to have a traditional Costa Rican meal prepared and enjoyed Al Fresco in our beautiful new pavilion. Please inquire for details.
As you enter our property, you are immediately overcome with a sense of tranquility that words cannot describe. Further along, you are swept away into a world of beautiful flora, fauna and wildlife.
Our Blue Butterfly Cottage is perfect for one or two persons that appreciate a clean, cozy and comfortable abode. With our queen size pull out sofa bed, we can accommodate up to 4 persons. Ideal for the independent traveler that enjoys privacy.
The front veranda is great for early morning conversations with the local monkeys, hummingbirds and toucans. With a built-in table, you can commune with nature while sipping your favorite morning, afternoon or evening beverage.
The cottage has a sleeping loft with a full size bed, The living area has a full size sleep sofa, the kitchen is fully equipped with a gas oven/stove, full size refrigerator, double sink, tankless gas hot water heater, microwave, coffee maker, toaster oven, dishes and utensils. There is a small living area with a 24' flat screen with cable TV. Lots of movies and TV shows. There is a small eat-in area off the living area and there is a full bath with a large shower.
We do have a large main house on the property for those looking for more accommodations for up to ten persons, please check out our CRParaiso Main House-- a perfect house for larger groups/families -- just as cozy, clean and comfortable VRBO Listing #421812
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Handrails in stairways
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Designated smoking areas
- Note from host: Outside only.
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Meal delivery service
Location highlights
- In a rural location
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Spelunking nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Unit size: 600 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 not allowed
Note from host: Considered on a case by case basis.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: loft not suitable for children under 5. Sofa bed.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: By Pre-Approval only. With supplemental cost
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property