Title: Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. Lakefront villa with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939200/19939188/ac8e9ab0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939200/19939188/71e0905c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939200/19939188/33d75e02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939200/19939188/01c8f76c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939200/19939188/846f01f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tucked within a gated community, this renovated 1,050 sq ft retreat offers a blend of relaxation and adventure. With its private pool and covered patio with constant breeze, unwind in style amidst the tropical feel of locally-made furnishings and solid wood floors. 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Pool ## 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. ### Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. \*\* Renovated August 2024!! \*\* everything is new! Owners spent summer of 2024 here performing a complete update / renovation and it shows! New linens, towels, plates, glasses, cutlery, cookware, small appliances. Could go on forever but instead just look at these pics! So much to do for day trip adventures or just chill time at the clubhouse pool. Located within a gated community with night time guard. Chefs kitchen with stainless steel gas cooktop, refrigerator and dishwasher. Full size clothes washer/dryer. Local made furnishings to accent the granite tops and custom solid wood cabinetry. Brand new patio furniture to enjoy the constant breeze on its way to flow through all rooms. Master Bedroom features custom built in closet with drawers, wood floors, queen bed, ceiling fan, lake view from bed! Bath: oversized shower, granite topped custom vanity, with all delta fixtures. Recently added safe. Guest bedroom offers brand new king sized bed, mattress, linens. pillows, built in closet with drawers, dim lights, ceiling fan, wall mounted fan, solid wood doors and floors, two full size windows for natural light and breezes. Guest bath: Tub and shower set in beautiful tile with glass door, granite top vanity and plenty of light. 1/2 bath: locate in the living area for easy access for daytime guests or overnighters on the couches. Kitchen: Stainless steel appliances featuring 4 burner gas cook top with griddle, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher, sink, coffee maker, blender / juicer, food processor and microwave. The granite top sits on beautiful locally made solid wood cabinets. The kitchen is fully appointed with utensils, cookware, flatware, glasses, salt & pepper and many small necessities. Just like at home if not better!! This octagonal house is fully furnished and appointed with designer furnishings set on solid wood floors for a warm and relaxed tropical feel. Dining table with seating for 6. Breakfast bar with 5 stools, queen size Ashley furniture memory foam pull out sofa, 2 double sofas, coffee table, flat screen smart t.v. Wi-Fi. Outside Firepit / patio is our most appreciated feature. The views from the hanging chairs and bench entice one to always stay around a little longer. The warmth of a fire in oversized seating area with repurposed tractor wheel for large fire pit. Newly added stairs and access ramp make for an easy and safe covered access if in weather to the front entrance. We made a good thing great! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Massage - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 8 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - 4 indoor pickleball courts - 4 outdoor pickleball courts - Bicycle parking - Boat - Kayak - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bicycle parking - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 1,400 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18770000/18764300/18764299/4f5f5af8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spectacular Lake Arenal and Mountain view rental Tilaran - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 99 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=18764299&PinnedHotelID=18764299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![4 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89200000/89195300/89195236/0e68bb1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Modern Home with Best view of Arenal Volcano and Lake Arenal El Aguacate - 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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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Villa Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Lake Arenal Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Renovated 10/17 Lake Views In Excuisite Gated Community Tilaran Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Villa Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Villa Renovated 10/17 Lake Views In Excuisite Gated Community Renovated 10/17 Lake Views Excuisite Gated Community Lake Arenal Renovated 10/17 Lake Views In Excuisite Gated Community Villa Villa Renovated 10/17 Lake Views In Excuisite Gated Community Lake Views In Excuisite Gated Community Renovated 10/17 Lake Views In Excuisite Gated Community ## 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%7C10.50864%2C-84.93619&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xSinM-n9_T9XaaGV93xRWY0g8fc=) Lake Arenal, Guanacaste, Costa Rica #### What's nearby - Lake Arenal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Tronadora Arena - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Tenorio Volcano National Park - 32 min drive - 17.0 km #### Getting around - La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 108 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tilataco - ‬9 min drive - ‪Tinajas Arenal - ‬36 min drive - ‪Cevichera La Pasadita - ‬13 min walk - ‪Bar Restaurant Mary's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Soda El Nilo - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. located? > Situated on the waterfront, this villa is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Arenal and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Tronadora Arena. Cerro Tovar and FlyZone Wakeboard School are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful Lake Front Villa With Firepit and Pool in a Secure Gated Community. Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 22 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol S. Nov 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weeklong Couple Stay Casa 5 is possibly the best situated house in Buena Vista. It was relatively private and had a nice lake view. The kitchen was well stocked and the bedrooms had ample drawer space as well as plenty of hangers. The space was open and comfortable. ##### Carol S. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David G. Sep 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Location - Super Comfortable House Kyle was a great host. He even introduced us to several of his friends in the area that were great to discuss what living there is like. Extremely fun, unexpected experience. Will definitely stay there again. The fire pit is incredible! ##### David G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lake view We spent 7 nights here, and found it to be peaceful and scenic, which is what we had hoped for. The home is very well-appointed especially in the kitchen, which I appreciated since we most often cook while on vacation. Sharp knives, plenty of cutlery and dishes. The light switches were labeled, which was useful. Sheets and towels very good quality, always nice. Many afternoons spent on the porch swing overlooking the lake were very restful. The firepit was lovely in the evening.Communication was reliable,and we appreciated that. Several restaurants within a few minutes drive, or a bit of a walk. Our favorite was La Pasadita,,,best ceviche and nachos ever.We will return. ##### Linda S. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel Z. May 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet retreat This property had everything we needed as we set out to explore the lake Arenal and surrounding area of Costa Rica. The porch was perfect for morning coffee and reading a book. The property was clean and easy to get to. It was a bit of a drive to a lot of activities but it was so nice to have a secure, quiet place to come home to each day. Highly recommend for one or two couples. ##### Rachel Z. Stayed 4 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neil D. Mar 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property This is a great property with a spectacular view. It's a short distance to 2 small towns and very private. Joanie and Kyle were very responsive to all our needs. If you're looking for a place in Costa Rica to get away from it all and just relax, this is the place! ##### Neil D. Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2021 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Leslee S. Mar 22, 2013 #### Great winter trip Villa was located in a private location and had a great view of the lake. It was clean and roomy. Had a view maintenance issues, but nothing that either wasn't fixed or hindered our stay. The breeze off the lake helped keep the villa cool. Photos of the listing are accurate and I would recommend this property to others. Had a great visit. ##### Leslee S. ### 8/10 Good #### Austin M. Apr 5, 2018 #### Fantastic location. Peaceful and relaxing. Fantastic location. It was beautifully situated above the lake. The first night we just enjoyed sitting on the porch while the kids rolled down the hill. The home was as pretty as the pictures. It was a modern, yet quaint home. It was a great home base while we visited Rio Celeste and Volcan Chato. We even saw a sloth in one of the neighbors trees! ##### Austin M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda A., Mebane Jan 9, 2018 #### Great view! Easy drive to coast, la fortuna, grocery, restaurants. Need a car...we had small economy Joannie's mom met us at house. Her son helped us with luggage. Liberia airport a little over an hour away on good roads. Overlooks lake. Can walk to restaurant if you are in shape. Grocery also. Joannie's response was quick when needed. Stayed 2 weeks and made a good home base. Would stay again. ##### Brenda A. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### darrell b., Bermuda Dunes, Ca. Jul 22, 2017 #### STAY AWAY!!! This adventure began with a carefully planned 3 night stay. We confirmed our reservation multiple times with Kyle,the owner, despite problems we noticed with previous reviews about this condo and keys. We felt that the venue was perfect so we booked it anyway. What a disaster! We arrived at 6:10pm from the USA and NO keys were available at the gate as guaranteed. After arguing with the guard ,a merciful neighbor Rand, authorized our entry at 8:30pm. The condo, to our surprise, had much deferred maintenance, including wobbling three bladed ceiling fans, NO Wifi as advertised, NO toilet paper, not even one sheet!, empty soap dispensers in both bathrooms, NO paper towels, a nonfunctional safe, old ratty bath towels, NO wash cloths and a gross toilet seat in the master bathroom surrounded by old nasty bath rugs.In addition, there were NO condo instructions in the unit. Daniella the manager was NOWHERE to be found! After numerous complaints using the neighbor's Wifi on the other side of the community to contact Kyle and Daniella directly, a relative of Daniella's showed up the next night with some very needed supplies and an apology. Too little, too late since we had already gone out to buy the desperately needed basic supplies ourselves, the night before. We finally did hear from Kyle on the third day since we had no Wifi to communicate with him! He instructed us to either wait for Daniella to show up or to vacate the condo by leaving the key on the kitchen counter. We waited until 11am and finally left disgusted since she never showed! We videoed the entire condo to prove that we left it better condition than we received it, left all the new supplies on the counter, and closed the door leaving the property UNLOCKED! This did not make us feel comfortable! Kyle apologized via email and credited our account for one lousy night.He also offered us a discount of $200.00 off our next stay. Yeah right! A vacation, especially an international one that was well planned and confirmed,should have gone smoother than this disaster.So much for a relaxing weekend! Please take our advice and FIND YOURSELF ANOTHER PLACE TO STAY! ##### darrell b. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roxane P. Mar 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nous avons adoré Endroit super tranquilleSuperbe vue sur le lac Super bien équipé, nous avons manqué de rien Endroit sécuritaire Belle piscine Hôte rapide à nous répondre Nous n’étions pas certaines si les draps avaient été lavés, mais comme la laveuse sécheuse sont disponibles, nous avons fait notre propre lavage. Comme l’endroit est près du lac et du sol, bcp de petits moustiques sont présents. Bref, nous recommandons l’endroit. ##### Roxane P. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tatiana C., Costa Rica Apr 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay by the lake Nos gusto mucho esta villa, la ubicación es genial para hacer todo tipo de actividades, visitamos cataratas, aguas termales, alquilamos kayacs y paddleboards con tan solo bajar al lago. La PM fue atenta y nos dio muy buenas recomendaciones. Vimos Perezosos, Tucanes y una gran variedad de pajaros en la propiedad, desde nuestro balcon! ##### tatiana C. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve W. Jul 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Costa Rica Lake House We had a great first time visit to CR. The property manager checked us in and gave us everything we needed for a great stay. When the water heater broke and could not be immediately repaired she helped us move into a neighboring property which suited us just fine. The are in which this property is located is beautiful. Friendly people. If you stay here you will want to try the little restaurant between the speed bumps in the little town you will drive through getting to the house. Thanks to Joann for making us feel welcome ##### Steve W. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 25, 2019 #### This property is beautiful and well maintained! We had an excellent time on our four night stay! This is an excellent home that is comfortable and in a quiet, safe complex. The view is wonderful and so are the neighbors. We saw many different types of birds every day and awoke to the sounds of nature! Just perfect! The manager, Joanne, is quick to respond, took excellent care of the little needs we had, and was super friendly when we met her. We felt like we were meeting an old friend! All four of us would stay here again in a heartbeat! Pura Vida! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in May 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Jon B. Apr 8, 2019 #### Excellent rental for the price!! Early on had some snags with communication due to email glitch and caretaker illness but it all worked out just great! Very comfortable for our family of 4 ( 2 adults and a 19yo and 16yo). Kitchen adequately supplied. Internet worked well (especially for CR!) . The house’s deck and the club house pool were super but we used them far less than we thought we would due to wind, clouds and mist the whole week over the lake. We ended up driving a lot to get to outings and seek sun. Would recommend to another group of 4! Thank you so much! ##### Jon B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona S. Mar 21, 2019 #### The Perfect Costa Rican Get-away This is the perfect get-away from the mass tourism of Costa Rica's coastal areas. Such a lovely, very comfortable house with everything we needed to make us feel right at home. The views of Lake Arenal and the surrounding mountainous countryside were beautiful, and there was always a breeze to keep the temperatures just right. Being at the far end of this gated community that included a very nice pool, offered tranquil privacy which we loved, and the constant presence of Toucans, Parrots and so many other exotic birds just made our day. Only 15 minutes away from good supermarkets, and with day-excursions to nearby nature reserves and other activities really made this the ideal holiday location. Joannie, the property manager was always available and so kind and helpful which just added to our overall enjoyment. We'll be back!! Fiona & Paul St. Clair ##### Fiona S. Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward C. Oct 12, 2018 #### Beautiful home on a beautiful lake. The house was everything represented by the owner. The Owner's manager, Joanie was very helpful and a real joy. We loved the house and the location. We would definitely go back to this house. We throroughly enjoyed it. The house is well equipped and it was very clean. There is one caveat though, the road around Lake Arenal back to LaFortuna is in horrible shape and is dangerous to drive after dark. If you go to LaFortuna - get back before dark. ##### Edward C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carole M. Sep 24, 2018 #### Beautiful property with a great view We rented Casa 5 for the month of August and truly enjoyed our time here. Joann was very helpful with pointing out places to eat and suggesting things to do, and quick to respond when we needed assistance. The housing development was very quiet - perhaps because it was the rainy season when fewer people visit Costa Rica. We loved sitting outside on the porch and watching the birds, listening to the howler monkeys in the distance, and enjoying the sounds of the farms across the bay. We frequently saw or heard kiskadees, toucans, oropendolas, and vultures. It's breezy outdoors, but that keeps the mosquitoes away and the temperatures comfortable. There are several good restaurants within a 20-minute walking distance (or 5-minute drive) - Gutierrez Family Pizzeria, La Pasadita, and Brisas del Lago. Tronadora (about 10 minutes away) is charming - and we recommend getting meats from the carniceria and breads from the panaderia there. Tilaran is about a 15-minute drive away and has banks, larger grocery stores, the bus station, but we didn't find any restaurants better than the ones in Puerto San Luis - see above. The restaurant at the Hotel Guadalupe was quite good. The house is well maintained and clean, the refrigerator is huge, the stove worked great. The pots and pans were adequate. The queen bed was quite comfortable and the roomy shower had reliable hot water. The TV gets several English-language channels. The wifi was fast and robust, despite frequent rain and thunderstorms. We only used the fans a few times - with open windows (with screens) and breezes, the house stayed comfortable all day long. The house is in a good location, even though it is somewhat distant from the main tourist areas of Lake Arenal. It's a 90-minute drive around the north side of the lake to La Fortuna. There are several good restaurants along the lake as well. We took the local bus from Tilaran to Monteverde and spent a couple of nights there - the bus was cheap (about $2.00 per person one way), but took 2.5 to 3 hours to go 26 miles. We drove to Santa Rosa National Park - about 2 hours driving. And it was about a 90-minute drive to get to Tenorio National Park, where you can see the robin's egg blue Rio Celeste. Be sure to stop at the overlook above Lake Arenal - on the road between Tilaran and La Fortuna - just past the turnoff to Tronadora. We actually walked there from the house - it was about a 40-minute walk one way. ##### Carole M. Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Luke F. Jul 31, 2018 #### Beautiful Scenery! My wife and I shared this property with another couple for a recent vacation and had a great time! The scenery was amazing as you step out and look at the lake and volcano. We had everything we needed for our stay and the property manager was amazing as she assisted us with places to shop and eat. The owner Kyle went the extra mile to ensure we had plenty of fans to help keep us cool. While there we visited Rio Celeste and drove around the lake to see the sites. Beautiful country, amazing local food and super people made for a memorable trip. ##### Luke F. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy H. Jul 25, 2018 #### Excellent House! Thoroughly enjoyed staying here. Great location with a fantastic view. It is as comfortable and appointed as advertised. The community is quiet with a nice pool, if that's what you're looking for. Also, fairly centralized on the lake so you're really only an hour or so from the activities around the volcano or the Pacific coast. Joannie, the property manager, could not have been more helpful or a nicer person. She really put us on to some outstanding "comida typica". Kyle, the owner, made the entire process easy from confirmation through completion of the stay. I highly recommend. There's also a good brewery on the road to La Fortuna! ##### Jeremy H. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joris E. May 31, 2018 #### Nice, comfortable house with beautiful views over Lake Arenal. Nice, comfortable house with beautiful views over Lake Arenal. 10 minutes walk to local restaurants and little shops. Nice community pool (circa 15 meters). House is up to date with good beds but the community grounds could use some little updates. ##### Joris E. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine H., Dallas Apr 13, 2018 #### Charming Lake House Charming little house, nice secure location, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay! ##### Christine H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam Y., Vancouver, Canada Apr 4, 2018 #### Great base for our Costa Rica adventure! This place was an amazing base for our family of four while we explored the local area. The location was great as we were able to easily get to the sights in and around LaFortuna as well as getting to Monteverde which was perfect. It's probably an hour from each location but it's a beautiful drive and fun to be exploring the area. The local grocery store and butcher was perfect for us (the butcher was very enjoyable to deal with). There are larger stores in Tiliran but we never actually needed the larger grocery store. The property itself was as advertised and very comfortable for us with amazing views and we felt very safe and relaxed while being there. It had everything we needed to enjoy home cooked meals and bbq's in comfort. I have to comment on the property manager Joannia who was very helpful when we arrived. She turned up within minutes of our arrival to let us in and showed us around including taking us to the local shops to show us around and get acquainted with the local area and customs. She was very friendly and helpful throughout our stay and we could always contact her with any questions. We were initially a little worried after reading the review about the negative experience by one of the renters however as the owner explained there is a new property manager now and we are so glad that we decided not to concern ourselves too much with the one negative review out of so many positive ones. ##### Adam Y. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie C. Mar 4, 2018 #### Very beautiful place next to the lake This place is a newly renovated place with all the luxury you need. The house sits next to the lake, great if you want to spend time on the lake and enjoy a peaceful tranquil place. The only issues we had were no cable tv in the rooms and it's a drive to the volcano and hot springs. Took us an hour to hour and a half to get there. Which is ok, the view is beautiful and we stopped along the way to eat and shop. I highly recommend this place to stay, very nice scenery and quiet, safe place. People that live around there and in town are very friendly. We enjoyed our stay tremendously! Thanks to all who were involved, we would stay again if we ever head back to Costa Rica! Las jente si tienen "PURA VIDA!" ##### Connie C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Mar 1, 2018 #### Beautiful home in a great location. This spacious home is beautiful, comfortable, and well maintained. The large, central room with its high ceilings, cupola, and array of floor to ceiling windows is breathtaking! There is a great view of Lake Arenal. A previous poor review indicated some problems with cleanliness, upkeep, and access to the property. Kyle was very understanding of our concerns and assured us that we would have no issues since there was a new property manager. Kyle was right! Everything was fine. Nor did we have any difficulty gaining access to the gated community. Kyle provided us with gate codes ahead of time, as well as contact information for himself and Joanie, the property manager, in the event of any problem. Be advised that the houses on the street are not numbered. This house is set back from the road, and the grass driveway is right beside the green paved drive. Joanie was at the house to meet us on our arrival and to see us off. She was very accommodating and always available on short notice. We were delighted with the brand new BBQ. The weather was generally low to mid 20’s C, and very windy every day - perhaps a bit too windy, especially for swimming which we had hoped to do. But the location of this property is excellent. It is centrally located to be within a reasonable (up to 1.5 hours) drive of many attractions, including Arenal Volcano, Monte Verde Cloud Forest Reserve, Palo Verde National Park (where we saw monkeys), Rio Celeste (turquoise water), and Llano de Cortez waterfall (where we swam in a pool at its base!) Make sure you go to the nearby Brisas del Lago restaurant. It is one of the best restaurants we have been to – ever! We would definitely recommend a visit here. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Ken G. May 9, 2017 #### Lake Arenal Stay Thank you for the great week in San Luis....The Lake area is incredible...lots to see and do here. A lot of sights...you will need a car to enjoy the areas...the weather is fantastic. Our unit was great also...Will return again....thx Kyle.... Ken and Dianne ##### Ken G. 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