In the heart of a secluded, private neighborhood near downtown La Fortuna, this spacious house offers an ideal retreat. Unwind in the swimming pool area surrounded by lush gardens and take in breathtaking views of Arenal Volcano from the comfort of your own home. With 5 bedrooms featuring air conditioning and a central unit for extra cooling comfort, this property is perfect for families or friends traveling together.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 17399 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway
Excellent property located 1 mile from downtown La Fortuna, the house is a great option for families traveling together, friends and couples. There is 5 bedrooms with A/C, also a central unit located in the living room and kitchen area will keep you fresh and cool after the daily adventures and 3.5 bathrooms. Besides the swimming pool area surrounded by beautiful gardens with tropical flowers, great view of the Arenal Volcano from the house.
A large house located just 2 minutes away from town (Driving), located in a very secluded, private and secure neighborhood; where you can relax and enjoy the comfort that all areas of the house give you. There are 5 rooms so is an excellent option for family meetings or friends meeting, even we can a plan an event in the open areas. You will have everything you want taking this property for you next Costa Rica vacation.
Bedroom distribution: Room 1: King sized bed, bunk bed single (2 single beds) and full bathroom. Room 2: Double bed, single bed, bunk bed single (2 single beds) and full bathroom. Room 3: Double bed and single bed Room 4: Double bed and single bed Room 5: Bunk bed - Two single beds ***Room 3, 4 and 5 are in the second floor and share 1 full bathroom.
***Maximum people staying in the house is 17, however the base rate per night is for 10 people, each additional person will have an extra cost of US$25 per person per night so please add the total of people staying to get the correct amount to pay.
We offer FREE PLANNING SERVICE for your transportation and tours in La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area, just let us know what you would like to do and we will help you to organize your vacations in our country with excellent rates and service. Once you book our property we will send you a detailed document with information about activities, transportation and more things about La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area.
MEAL SERVICES Option 1: Guiselle Homemade Cook, Guiselle's little restaurant is just 30 seconds walk from the house in the same property; she has a little restaurant where she serves different local dishes, you can order different dishes or just one for everyone. Once you confirm your reservation you will get the information about this service and the Menu.
Option 2: Chef Services with Nativo Chef
Hi my name is Sergio Brenes I’m a chef with over 15 years of experience. I fell in love with cooking thanks to my grandma. I started Nativo Chef 2 years ago so you can enjoy local quality food from your Airbnb.
Breakfast includes coffee, orange juice and fresh fruit from $35. Lunch and dinner are both 3 courses with a cocktail included from $80. We have kids, veggie and gluten free options.
We also have a bartender service, cocktail classes and cooking classes. We’re happy to work on special menus for you.
We’d love you to experience and enjoy Costa Rican food and it would be a pleasure to serve you.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Massage
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Car not required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Spelunking nearby
Theme park 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
No parties of any kind are allowed on the property, you can have music in moderation and respect for neighboring properties.
After 10 PM any type of music/noise have to stop.
People not reported in the reservation will have an extra charge.
Do not smoke inside the house, there is a lot of space in the gardens and throw the cigarette butt in the trash.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in La Fortuna, this villa is in the city centre and near theme parks. Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring. Visit our La Fortuna travel guide
Does Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway located?
Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World. La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway Reviews
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We stayed here with two other families and it was perfect. The shallow pool offered them ease for swimming, and the house was located close to downtown and other amenities.
Sarah W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Erin
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a very beautiful property that nicely and comfortably accommodated our group of 8 adults.
It's spacious, pool area is great, 13 minute walk to town and shorter for a couple close restaurants. We felt very safe! Giselle is a lovely host and we accepted the option for an on-site meal for a couple of our lunches.
We had a wonderful stay. Our group of 9 people had 4 kids aged 4-7 and the pool area was perfect for them! There are plenty of beds and seating area in the house to accommodate quite large groups.
The house was great, we managed to fit 13 people without much issue! Location was great, only a minute from downtown La Fortuna. The outdoor space was amazing, our kids basically lived at the pool and we enjoyed cooking on the open grill under the covered portico. The house was super clean, we would definitely recommend staying here if you need a large house close to town.
This was perfect for our family of nine. It very close to the water hole that everyone likes to swim in. It was walking distance to a couple restaurants. The kitchen had plenty of supplies and room for everyone. The host was on site and was very friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend it.
While we kept ourselves busy throughout the days of our stay, it was so nice to come back to a relaxing and comfortable house in Fortuna. The house and outdoor space were perfect for our group, and provided entertainment for everyone!
Great house for families with many beds and space to hang out.
Huge lot, many fun outdoor spaces for everyone. Grass area, pool, lounging area. Lots of tables. Loved having a washer and dryer. Especially in the rainforest.
We had the best time here. We had a group of 11 including 6 adults and 5 kids from 3 to 8 years old. The pool isn't deep so it worked really well with the kids. The operators of the property are really responsive over WhatsApp and helped us get some good deals on tours. The proximity to town is also really convenient with a short walk or 1000 colones for an Uber.Would highly recommend this location and we had an amazing time.
Great communication before we arrived and throughout stay. Check in very thorough. Beds we used were all comfortable. Location very convenient. Area felt safe plus gate around property. Pool very fun, nice, and clean. Great food around town and Mystico Hanging bridges were really fun!!!
The home is in a good location just south of downtown Fortuna. Only a 5 min drive to grocery stores and restaurants. Very clean and typical to the area. The hosts live right next door and were very helpful when we needed something.
Exactly what we hoped to find… a centrally located place with access to all the things we wanted to do in the area and a comfy spot for the family to spend our downtime. Communication was great, hosts were responsive, neighbors were quiet. Definitely recommend.
The house is extremely dated and Furniture not in great condition. Master bath has one sink, one light bulb in entire room and luke warm water to tub that is a shower only.
Our family had a terrific time staying at Eder & Allen's property. While we were not off on a fun adventure, booked for us by Allen at Home Vacation Properties, we were chilling poolside just taking in the perfect temperature that Costa Rica had to offer. Accommodations were exactly as advertised and Allen was quite responsive every time we reached out. Thanks for booking all those excursions for us Allen, our family really enjoyed them!
We had a lovely time staying at Arenal Family Home. Spacious, well stocked and walking distance to La Fortuna. Giselle was very helpful, especially when we forgot to get milk from the store or had trouble ordering food from a local restaurant. The vacation rental manager helped us with transportation. Jesus, our driver, was informative and kept us tranquilo in Pura Vida style!
Highly recommend Arenal Family Home.
This was such a wonderful home and we enjoyed every part of it! The house was clean, comfortable, and in a great location to the main area of La Fortuna! The hosts were so helpful on our journey from San Jose because of rain and made sure we had all the information we needed to make a safe journey. They drove us to our home to give us a tour and made sure we had everything we needed. Guiselle and her cooking made this trip a dream! She was so welcoming and the food was amazing. We were even asking her for her secrets! Definitely a great place for a family to stay!
Beautiful home for a large group, so close to La Fortuna
We stayed at this home with another family, 13 in all. There was plenty of room for all of us, and it was very comfortable. Our kids really enjoyed the pool with the waterfall. Gisele cooked dinners for us which were both delicious and very convenient after touring. Speaking of touring, the property management company did a great job of coordinating tours for us. Eder and Alonzo were fantastic.
Our stay at this house was wonderful. I left a review already but here is another. The house was spotless clean and very comfortable. The pool was immaculate and we enjoyed the waterfall and bbq deck. Gisselle is an excellent cook and teacher. We loved her cooking class for tortilla making. We couldn’t have asked for more. Pura Vida!
It is a very nicely located, everything is 10 minutes or less. Owner lives just next door.
The washet and dryer us a huge plus since it rains everyday.
It does have a few issues with the house but it didn't bother us. The plumbing is old, needed fixing or replacement. Otherwise it is good with teens.