Title: Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat Vacation home with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32570000/32564500/32564439/8f70698c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32570000/32564500/32564439/3c8f9da1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32570000/32564500/32564439/c4a87d71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32570000/32564500/32564439/f9a9d9b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32570000/32564500/32564439/68d1fc2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on 40 acres of private property bordering the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, this unique home offers a tranquil retreat amidst primary cloud forest and abundant wildlife. With dramatic views of the Gulf of Nicoya, unwind in front of a wood-burning stove or sit on the long front porch taking in nature's sounds. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat Our house is located on 40 acres of private property that abuts the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and is one of the last private homes before the Reserve. More than half our land is in primary cloud forest, but we also have a large clearing below our house that is perfect for viewing wildlife. In fact, because our place is contiguous to more than 110,000 acres of protected forest, you’re likely to see many more animals here than in most other places in the Monteverde zone. White-faced monkeys, coatis, and agoutis are all commonly seen on our land, and several cloud forest specialists, including resplendent quetzals and black guans are also often seen near the house. Even brocket deer, which are very uncommon, are occasionally seen here. Fred Morrison built the house in the mid-1980s. He first visited Monteverde in 1981 and during his stay, he and two other biologists had a picnic on the property, taking in the spectacular view of the forest and the Gulf of Nicoya in the distance. A week later, his friends called to tell him that the parcel was for sale and asked if he would like to become a part owner. The three of them purchased the property later that year from one of the original Quaker farmers. Since then, each shareholder has built a house or cabin on the land. None of the dwellings are in sight of the others, which gives you a very private experience. The house itself is located on a hillside at the end of a 500-foot driveway. It was designed with lots of large, picture windows to bring in plenty of natural light and is oriented toward the southwest with dramatic views of the Gulf of Nicoya and the forest canopy below. The downstairs includes a living room with a wood burning stove, a dining room, kitchen, two box seats, a large bathroom and a small utility room with a washer and dryer. There’s also a long front porch on the first floor and upstairs, a roofed balcony, where you can sit looking out at the Gulf of Nicoya and watch up to nine species of hummingbirds visit the feeders. The second floor has two good-sized bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed and the other with two full beds. At our place, you will be well away from the bustle of Santa Elena and the main road. You will be able to go to sleep to the sounds of katydids, cicadas, frogs and wake up to chorusing black-bellied wood quail and dueting gray-breasted wood wrens. A public bus passes by at the bottom of the driveway several times each day and taxis are available at any time. Several good restaurants, a small grocery store and a few gift/coffee shops are located within 2 miles and many more are available in nearby Santa Elena. The entrance to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is just a ten minute walk from our house. But, of course, the walk could take much longer if you're looking at wildlife or plants! If you’d like a home-cooked Costa Rican meal, we can arrange to have a talented local cook come before you arrive (or during your stay) and prepare one. She can also deliver groceries upon request. If you're interested in hiring a private naturalist guide or taking a tour, please be in touch with us and we can make arrangements. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27480000/27476400/27476310/e108b62f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Above the Gulf House: Spectacular Ocean View! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat House Monteverde Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat House Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat Monteverde Naturalist's Cloud Forest Ret Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat Monteverde Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C10.30110%2C-84.79860&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LqQM5kjG9bWvwlcbJHJZmLar-yY=) Monteverde, Puntarenas #### What's nearby - Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Friends Meeting House - 3 min drive - 1.5 km - Monteverde Friends School - Escuela de los Amigos - 3 min drive - 1.5 km - Curi-Cancha Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.2 km - Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 7 min drive - 3.6 km #### Getting around - Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 157 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cafe Colibrí - ‬8 min walk - ‪Laggus - ‬9 min drive - ‪Choco Café - ‬7 min drive - ‪Las Riendas Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Taty's Bakery - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Monteverde Friends School - Escuela de los Amigos, and Friends Meeting House. Curi-Cancha Reserve and The Bat Jungle are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Naturalist's Cloud Forest Retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 153 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon D. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Was very relaxing ##### Gordon D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. Jun 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise in the cloud forest We had such a wonderful time! Laurie and Fred were amazing and very responsive hosts. Raul (local to the house) helped us figure out tours in the area and transportation. Lillian made us a delicious Costa Rican meal for the night we arrived. This house is beautiful and comfortable. Our favorite part was the hummingbirds that visited feeders on the porches, and the other animals we saw right on the property. We enjoyed hiking the trails behind the house. This house was wonderful and we really felt welcomed! Do not miss this property! 10 out of 10 in every way! ##### Mary M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa A. Aug 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The hummingbirds were the highlight! We loved this house. We only stayed two nights, but I could've stayed here several more days. We had dinner prepared by Lillian before our arrival so we didn't have to worry about going out for dinner that night. It was wonderful and lasted us a couple of days. Raul met us at the house when we arrived and gave a great overview. The highlight was the upstairs porch with the hummingbird feeders. We spent a lot of time out there watching the action and identified several different hummingbird species. There is a trail head very close to the house. Beware that a tree has fallen across one part of the trail. If you can get through there, the trail continues on the other side. Overall, this was an outstanding experience - one of my favorite memories in Costa Rica! ##### Vanessa A. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hunter P. Dec 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay in monteverde Highly recommend this property in Monteverde. It is located at the top of the mountain in the cloud forest. The host was excellent and arranged a tour for us. The views are stunning and the privacy is unmatched. Would stay again in a heart beat ##### Hunter P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Lynn S. Jun 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cloud Forest Getaway My husband and I stayed in this beautiful, historic cabin with our three adult children. We knew it would be tight quarters with two bedrooms and one bathroom, but the house actually had lots of spaces for privacy --we loved the comfortable window seats--and an amazing porch and property with trails. Raul, Sr. met us and oriented us to the house. He was welcoming and very helpful. His son, Raul, Jr., gave us a tour of Monteverde and it was one of our highlights of our time in Costa Rica. Lillian cooked two delicious, traditional, homecooked meals and these were a treat. The views of the Nicoya Penisula and the abundant wildlife were amazing. I definitely recommend this experience for those coming to hike and to experience something more local. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0fecb13f-1dbd-4c6c-aa51-1c49f1d1f805-1750801788418.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d17738b9-150f-445f-9377-0ce5370600bb-1750801797691.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/66225d8d-d983-4e87-b89c-7908628f5b99-1750801805986.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5d5d407a-061e-4604-8409-5552f0a81b82-1750801813919.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Mary Lynn S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location and View. It was a great place to stay and we enjoyed our stay at the house. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nadja P. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cloud forest comes to you! Great cozy cabin right on edge of cloud forest. Very comfortable. Could see outside from almost everywhere in house. Wildlife just walks and flies right by. Saw almost as much wildlife from the windows and balcony as from guided tour in cloud forest. The hummingbird feeders totally worth it. Raul was incredibly friendly and helpful and his son provided an amazing guided tour in the cloud forest. Awesome stay! ##### Nadja P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria M. Jan 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing stay! The house was bigger and nicer than I expected. The view is incredible! So fun spotting coatimundis and hummingbirds even from inside the house through the big windows all around. Raul was the most helpful and friendly host - he even pulled our car out of a ditch! Lillian's dinner was from heaven - perfect meal for our family after arriving from a long day of travel. Thank you for such a nice time in Monteverde! ##### Maria M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dhruvish S. Mar 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Natural Getaway This house nestled as close as possible to the Monteverde Cloud Forest is nothing short of a wildlife paradise. In the morning, you can hear the calls of toucans, motmots, and howler monkeys. At least six species of hummingbirds visited our feeders every day, and coatis and agoutis were a common sight. The scenic view of the trees and ocean from the second floor deck was amazing. In conclusion, I would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants an authentic Costa Rican experience. ##### Dhruvish S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maggie C. Feb 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot - great stay Absolutely beautiful spot. We loved our stay and highly recommend this cabin. Everything is in great condition and very clean. The only thing for guests to be aware of is that check-in requires meeting the property manager at the property a pre-arranged time (rather than self-check-in). ##### Maggie C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlie B. Dec 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Beautiful The cabin is so cozy with everything you need to enjoy the amazing surroundings. Raul met us and helped us with everything, including a plat tire. I was definitely worth the challenging three hour drive from Liberia. Thanks again Raul! ##### Charlie B. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin H. May 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second stay at this special property The little yellow house vibes love and family in all of its nooks and crevices! I wouldn’t be surprised if we are back again For a third visit. ##### Kristin H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott C. Aug 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rustic Mountain Retreat Loved it. Staying in the cloud forest and having hundreds of hummingbirds buzzing around all day was amazing! ##### Scott C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### molly Mar 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication My family of four had an amazing time exploring the trails, watching the hummingbirds and relaxing at the cloud forest house. We also opted for a prepared meal to be made on the night we arrived - lots of food, tasty, and very convenient. ##### molly Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xin L. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A nice cozy home at a good location The house is old but kept clean and cozy. It is at a high position on the mountain with a good view of the forest and the ocean. We waked up morning with birds' song and the hummingbirds are not afraid of human at all. The meal prepared by Lilliana is very tasty. Our family enjoyed our stay of 2 nights. ##### Xin L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy Mar 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Beautiful and peaceful location with a view of the ocean. The hummingbirds were loudly waiting for food within minutes of us walking in and they did not disappoint-a never ending show. Raul is a wonderful host and Raul Jr is a fantastic naturalist guide. So much to do and see, we wish we could have stayed longer! ##### Judy Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taran N. Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise The spot was completely magical. Our only negative was that we didn’t stay long enough. Incredibly peaceful and beautiful with outrageous sunset views and very easy walks to Monteverde park. A true dream. ##### Taran N. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis G., Sutton, Canada Apr 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our best stay by far We stayed 5 nights. We were looking for tranquility, beauty, and several new bird sightings. This property has it all. There can be no better choices for those with the same expectations. Definitely put it on your list. ##### Denis G. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa Z. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable Monteverde Stay The house sits on a beautiful land - lush green, peaceful, with lots of animals. The hummingbird feeder provided by the owners is a high hit. Within minutes of hanging the feeder up, we saw more than twenty kind of hummingbirds! The house is only 10 min walk from the monteverde cloud forest biological preserve, which makes it convenient to visit the preserve.We also went on a night tour with a tour guide the owner recommended. The tour was very informative, and it was fun looking for animals together with our guide. Laurie, the owner, is extremely responsive and helpful. Thank you, Laurie, for sharing your beautiful home with us! ##### Theresa Z. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara A. Dec 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short but sweet We spent to wonderful nights in this house. The hummingbirds are awesome. They drank two feeders in one day. The house is very cozy. ##### Sara A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ryan M. Mar 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect secluded house! Fantastic secluded location but still quick to get into town. The views are great, and we even had “pet” coatis and a tarantula who visited (outside) everyday. Communication was great and Raul the property manager was very friendly and helpful. The home cooked meal by Lillian was also a highlight, and it provided several meals. Highly recommended! ##### Ryan M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil T. Feb 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In the forest You really are part of the forest here. Great birding and wildlife viewing right on the property. Raul is great at introducing you to the house and area, and making conne tions for guides and activities. ##### Neil T. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rachelle P. May 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Yellow house Nice remote location! Very close to Cloud forest reserve and to town. House is very clean. Kitchen has everything you need! I gapped that there wasnt a TV nor A/C...so be aware of that. ##### Rachelle P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan A. Jan 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This was an absolutely wonderful experience. I can’t say enough good things about this amazing place Renting was straight forward and simple, I’m old, I need straight forward and easy! Lol ##### Susan A. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne P. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sweet Spot We really enjoyed our stay here - a family of 4. The house is clean and the chairs on the deck have been updated and are nicer than the ones in the photo. The house manager was friendly and helpful and we could walt to the Reserve, which was fun. There's a cook who can make local dishes for you too, which was nice (tho I'd recommend avoiding the gluten-free desserts and they were costly and not very good but the meals were). ##### Anne P. 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