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On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna Bird Watching Paradise - New Updates in 2023

On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna Bird Watching Paradise - New Updates in 2023

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View from entryway - inside and outside living spaces
View from 2nd bedroom entry - imagine waking up to this view
Relaxing hammock from master bedroom deck
Outdoor living space overlooking the lake
Parking and front door view

Overview of On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna Bird Watching Paradise - New Updates in 2023

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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La Union, Canton of Tilaran, Province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica
  • Popular LocationLake Arenal2 min drive
  • Popular LocationMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park28 min drive
  • Popular LocationTabacon Hot Springs31 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 1

Pull out couch in living room

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

On Lake Arenal - Near La Fortuna Bird Watching Paradise - New Updates in 2023

New in 2023 - Portable AC Unit, Higher-speed and reliable internet, all new bedding, (pillows, sheets, towels). New screens and new cleaning service with eco-friendly pest control.

Looking for the perfect Costa Rican escape? Come be our guest in this beautiful and tranquil home on 1 acre with breathtaking views of the famous Lake Arenal. The home is built with natural hard woods and stone from Costa Rica and was completed in October 2016. You will not see a more stunning sunset in the world than that offered from our patio. Wildlife abounds with regular visits from toucans, parrots, hummingbirds, hawks, and many other bird species. The home is a bird watching paradise. We also get visits from sloths and monkeys - incredible wildlife.

The home boasts incredible views with a modern kitchen, two bedrooms, one bath, and two amazing outdoor living spaces overlooking the lake with a relaxing hammock. A pull out couch provides a 3rd queen size bed. A wall of windows and double sliding glass door allow for complete panoramic views inside and out. Equipped free wifi, washer and dryer and the most amazing shower.

Within the small community of La Union and less than 100 meters are 3 wonderful restaurants (One Belgian, One Canadian and one Local Cuisine). Just tell the owners Peggy (La Mansion Inn Arenal) and Joanne (Toucan Lane) that you are staying at our house and receive access to each pool and hotub for a small daily fee.

The house is 20 km from the spectacular Arenal Volcano and 10 more km to La Fortuna, the center for Costa Rica mountain adventures including zip lining, white water rafting, fishing and boating, horse back riding, ATV tours, and the best hot springs in the world. The acclaimed Tabbacon hot springs resort is 15 km from the house and can be accessed for a daily fee. All of these adventures can be booked through our friends at La Mansion Inn or in La Fortuna. While staying at the house, reserve a night for dinner at the Ginger Bread House, the best restaurant in all of Costa Rica a mere 6 km from the house. Tell Eyal we sent you.

The house is a 1.5 hour drive on all paved roads from the Liberia Airport, and 1.5 hours to the nearest Pacific beach town of Play del Coco. Transportation is available from either local tourism centers, or we can arrange for our caretaker to pick you up for a fee. The primary tourism bus runs from Liberia to La Fortuna and makes twice daily stops at La Union, 100 meters from the house.

Everything you need is here for an amazing adventure in the Costa Rica jungle, including bird watching, jungle living, and the occasional monkey, sloth and toucans hanging out in the trees above and below the property. This house is the true meaning of Pura Vida!

Property manager

William and Andrea VanHercke
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Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Arenal

Located in Arenal, this vacation home is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tabacon Hot Springs. FlyZone Wakeboard School and Wellness Park Costa Rica are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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La Union, Canton of Tilaran, Province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 2 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 24 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 28 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 31 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dond' Liz - 41 min drive
  • Moya's Place - 7 min drive
  • Le Bistro - 6 min drive
  • Selva Paraíso Souvenir & Coffee Shop - 6 min drive
  • Restaurante Brisas del Lago - 36 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recharging in Paradise
This house is remote yet close to everything you need. Enjoy your coffee every morning on the patio overlooking the lake, listening to and watching the birds. At night you see a thouusand fireflies lighting the darkness. Although the house does not have a pool, 2 neighbours will let you use theirs. You are away from the masses of people yet within a short driving distance of lots of activities. There are 2 restaurants, i soda and a small convenience within walking distance.
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W., Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
While a bit of the beaten path, this place has the added bonus of lake views (no volcano views) and the sounds of nature all around. The drive in and out of La Fortuna was easy and we encountered even more wildlife along the way each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jungle retreat
Beautiful small property. We enjoyed the birds and jungle from the deck everyday and watching storms roll through the trees. A little tight for 6 but we made it work. Great base for exploring Tenorio, Arenal, and even did a trip to the Pacquare River.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley M., Cameron, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beauty in the jungle!
We LOVED this house! It was PERFECT for us and our stay! The views were truly unbelievable! The sounds of the jungle at night while watching our own personal light show of the fireflies was like a dream! The host was great to deal with and so accommodating! I will definitely go back! The location was so convenient to get to town as well as a short jont to La Fortuna! We absolutely loved it and were so comfortable! Thank you so much! Lesley and Scott
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely lovely views…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by William and Andrea VanHercke

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We have traveled to Costa Rica for many years in search of the perfect place to call our own. We absolutely fell in love with the Lake Arenal area and found our perfect place on earth. Come be our guests and experience why we feel this region is pure magic. Pura Vida!

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English

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