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Luxury Home overlooks Arenal Volcano & Lake Arenal & Ceiba Tree

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Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
TV, DVD player, ping pong, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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El Castillo de La Fortuna, Alajuela (province)
  • Place, Lake Arenal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Butterfly Conservatory
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About the area

La Fortuna

With a stay at this vacation home in La Fortuna, you'll be on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Arenal and Butterfly Conservatory. .This family-friendly vacation home is 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Arenal Volcano and 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Butterfly Conservatory - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Lemnos Wetbar - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Las Palmas - ‬30 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.

Luxury Home overlooks Arenal Volcano & Lake Arenal & Ceiba Tree

This spacious 3 bedroom/4 bathroom home is located on 2 private acres adjacent to Arenal Volcano State Park. Each bedroom has its own terrace with spectacular views of Arenal Volcano and Arenal Lake. The open layout allows cool mountain breezes to flow through the home. Enjoy leisure activity in our bar/game room and cool off in our swimming pool or relax in the hot tub with direct views of the last active face of the volcano. Ideal for groups/families (sleeps 6-12 people). Enjoy meals cooked by our personal chef (available on request) or prepare your own culinary creation in our fully equipped gourmet kitchen. Additional cleaning service and laundry services are available on request.

Located within minutes of El Castillo, Sky Trek Zip-Line Canopy Tours, Kayaking and ATV rentals. Horseback tours to the waterfalls or fishing tours on the lake or Rio Frio can be arranged. Hot Springs and La Fortuna are just 20-30 minutes away. An escape from the daily stress of work for a week in paradise will rejuvenate your soul and reconnect you with what life is meant to be.

The property is adjacent to virgin cloud forest. Explore miles of hiking trails through the rain forest that lead down to the nearby Rio Piedras Negras. Howler monkeys, toucans, wild turkeys, parrots, coati mundis (aka pizotes), tayras and more can be regularly spotted from the house and in the vicinity.

WiFi broadband internet access is included.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, 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 keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This vacation home also features concierge services, an arcade/game room, and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outdoors only.

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Turn off air conditioners Unplug coffee maker Leave carport lights ON Close and lock the gate. Please and thanks!

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
Onsite 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Luxury Home Overlooks Arenal Volcano Lake Arenal Ceiba Tree
Luxury Home Overlooks Arenal Volcano Lake Arenal Ceiba Tree
Luxury Home Overlooks Arenal Volcano Lake Arenal Ceiba Tree

Luxury Home overlooks Arenal Volcano & Lake Arenal & Ceiba Tree Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 216 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle & Brad T., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was perfect for our group of 5. Lots of room. Had everything we needed. The pool and hot tub were nice to have after a long day of sight seeing. Check in was easy. If we had any questions, our host Jim, was easy to reach. Stephanie, who lives nearby and takes care of the property was also available if we needed anything. Definitely recommend renting a 4x4 as some of the roads can be challenging but that just added to the adventure! There are both grocery stores and restaurants close by. The town of La Fortuna was not too far away. Saw lots of Toucans around the property as well as numerous other birds. There was even a big frog on the grounds we saw each night. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to others. Would love to come back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monika H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay at Casa Ceiba in El Castillo. The view of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal is absolutely incredible—easily the highlight of the property. We spent so much time enjoying the outdoor space, especially the pool and hot tub, which were perfect after long days of exploring.The house itself was very comfortable and well maintained. The A/C worked great (which we definitely appreciated), and everything was clean and easy to use. The location felt private and peaceful, but still close enough to La Fortuna for activities.Overall, this was a perfect home base for our trip. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was great and as described in the listing. Good location! Excellent view. Communication with the owner was fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Graham K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome home and service from property manager! Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, amazing view, so much wildlife. Can’t wait to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ron S., Holts Summit, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and great hosts. The location is perfect for exploring the Arenal volcano area. Accomodations are superb and communication was top tier. Stephanie, the caretaker was very accomodating and kind. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jim, was extremely helpful with recommendations, and he was a great communicator.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Shelby D.

It was a great house that met all our needs. The view and pool met the luxury category. The inside of the house and layout was great. And for the price it seemed they could have offered a hair dryer and hand towels and wash cloths. The beds and linens were far from luxury and your run of the mill finds. It also could benefit from a deep clean, although again, it meets your typical VRBO rental but for luxury I think I had higher expectations. Beds were hard and one of the families we traveled with said they would have preferred to sleep in one of the hammocks. The listing said there was laundry we never needed it but of course we looked for it and could not find. The neighbors were nice and checked on us a few times. The jungle love “restaurant” near by was a gem and we lucked out bc she only takes reservations. It’s a one women show and she cooks for groups and families. The road was pretty bad but we weren’t too put off by that since that’s kind of typical for Costa Rica. The check out instructions said to take out the trash but we could not find where to leave it. The neighbor was gone and the host not responsive. The lockbox also looked like it could use some maintenance. Would I stay again? If there was nothing else that met the requirements for three beds a pool and secure area- sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Brianna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful outdoor spaces and woodwork in the house. Kids loved the ping pong table and pool!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jim was communicative, available and helpful. We loved the view while sitting on the porch swing and soaking in the hot tub. Stephanie was also helpful and pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great fit for our family. Beautiful view and we were able to see Toucans. Walking distance to a cute little restaurant. Neighbors were very friendly and helpful. Host was super helpful with suggestions of where to get groceries, food and with excursions. My only suggestion is to make sure you have a 4 wheel drive vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was simply amazing and our host was helpful, communicative and went above and beyond to ensure a good stay. The photos do not do justice to the inside of the home and it's cleanliness. The location is remote enough that you feel like a local and can get out of the crowds and hustle or La Fortuna, but close enough to get to activities in a timely manner. The home was well stocked with clean towels and bedding and the rooms and amenities were just as described, yet better!I cannot recommend this property enough. We were only a family of three but could easily have invited several friends. Perfect for large families!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home with gorgeous views

Beautiful views of the lake and surrounding area. The property was well maintained and very safe. It had a well stocked kitchen and plenty of towels for showers and poolside. Plenty of room for gathering inside and out. The pool and hot tub was a welcomed addition. Private balconies for each bedroom. It was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was everything we hoped it would be. Excellent views and a comfortable home.
It took a couple of days but we were finally able to catch a view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location over seeing the landscape, volcano and lake. We enjoyed everyday of our stay. Great location, enjoy the pool everyday. The rooms were very nice and had ac, fortunately we didn’t need to really use them. Sliding doors made it nice to open and get natural air to come in and flow throughout the house. Great hot water and pressure. Loved this place…
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Ceiba

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The view and the surrounding environment was so relaxing and beautiful. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt & Kourtney D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful hidden gem - incredible views of Lake Arenal, the volcano and the lovely grounds, including resident toucans in the trees!Jim’s home is perfect for a family or a group, with a pool and multiple balconies overlooking the property, lots of space to stretch out and kitchen amenities for making meals. Stephanie, the caretaker, lives next door and was incredibly responsive when we needed help. The home is very secure and quiet - the perfect oasis close to the Arenal National Park, hot springs and other adventure activities. It has a more remote feeling than staying in La Fortuna, so is perfect for those looking to get away from the typical tourist hot spot. Jim was incredibly communicative and had loads of great resources to share. The road up to the home can feel intimidating, but the views once there are more than worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is very remote it’s about a 20-30 min drive to the town. Although there are some great restaurants near by and the views are spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and location

My wife and I stayed here with my parents and my brother and the space was perfect for us. The pool and hot tub were great and the view was absolutely breathtaking. The road up the hill to the property can seem a little intimidating at first but it's really not bad at all. The location is nice and secluded and close enough to La Fortuna without being too far. Overall we loved our stay here
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Incredible

Beautiful home. Immaculate. Amazing views. Owner was helpful and a young person who manages property is next door for anything that comes up. It is a little hard to get to but well worth it. Lake Arenal and the volcano are right there. Lots to do within reach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home with amazing views

Beautiful property with amazing views!! So peaceful. Loved our stay! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

We stayed first week in March. The location and view was amazing. Beds were comfortable. Several good restaurants nearby and decent variety store for supplies at the bottom of the hill otherwise a 30 minute drive to the supermarket in Fortuna. The actual owner, Jim, is who you deal with and he was an amazing resource answering the many questions I had before coming and while there about local attractions. He provided super descriptive directions for the final part of the trip including pictures and even a video of the drive up the mountain. This came in handy when my phone ran out of power and we lost google maps use. Found the place without it easily. Didn’t really need 4 wheel drive but the extra clearance of an SUV probably helped as it is a bumpy road up the mountain but really no problem. The weather was great. Used the pool everyday. And it was nice to have Netflix and Apple Tv for the evenings. All in all we loved our stay there and would certainly stay there again if ever back in CR
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025