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Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61290 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

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El Castillo, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Popular LocationCosta Rica Sky Adventures8 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano15 min drive
  • Popular LocationMistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park25 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Peñas Blancas

On lake.With a stay at this Peñas Blancas vacation home, you'll be steps from Arenal Eco Zoo and Butterfly Conservatory. Also, Lake Arenal is within half a mile (1 km) and Costa Rica Sky Adventures is within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 8 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 15 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 20 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 20 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Río Lounge - 36 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 19 min drive
  • Ave Restaurant - 19 min drive
  • Tucanes - 20 min drive
  • Restaurante Las Palmas - 26 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.

Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!

- The Mirador house is located right in the heart of the country town of El Castillo, very close the grocery store, restaurants, and some of the best adventure tours in the area. The house is cozy and private with beautiful gardens and a nice Volcano and rain forest view from the Gazebo.
- There are 2 bedrooms with A/C and 1 queen size bed each one and a comfortable futon that opens to a full size bed in the living room.
- The fully equipped kitchen have all the appliances necessary to prepare delicious meals for everybody. And the laundry area have a Washing machine and dryer for you convenience.
- Overall this house is perfect for small families looking for an easy to reach house close to the adventure but far from the noise of the city.
- Nearby you will find lots of tours to keep you entertained for days, Volcano hikes, Zip Lines, Hanging Bridges, ATV tours, Kayak tours, Rainforest and Waterfall hikes, Horseback riding, Hot Springs, Wildlife watching tours and more. All of these are less than half an hour away from the house. Our concierge is always available at our new and modern Welcome Center to help you book tours, find the best restaurants, book a massage and get the most out of your time in the area.
-Location: El Castillo is approx. 3 hours (150km) from both international airports, either in the capital of San Jose, or on the northern pacific coast in Liberia. La Fortuna, which is a small city that offers amenities such as grocery, banking, post office, restaurants, hot springs, excursions and much more. is only 30 minutes away.

Property manager

Explore El Castillo

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,290 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! to downtown Peñas Blancas?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from El Castillo.

Beautiful and Private home in the Heart of the Village with great Volcano views! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Castillo. The terrace had an amazing view of Arenal volcano, and we saw so many birds in the backyard. It was amazing to have coffee in morning and watch clouds roll through valley and listen to birdsong. The location is convenient for getting to Fortuna and nearby parks for hiking, but Castillo feels much more quaint and quiet for enjoying peaceful evenings. We cooked in kitchen and had everything we needed to prepare meals. We also loved Ventanita restaurant up the hill from this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
El Castillo
Wonderful home with a great view of volcano. Close to amenities, dining, activities. Locals are super nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful old Costa Rica
If you are looking for an escape to old Costa Rica with an amazing viewing platform of Arenal volcano, this is your spot. The village of El Castillo is quaint and 2 great restaurants are walking distance from the property. Augustin was great to work with, but Vrbo has a weird quirk that doesn't give you a confirmation of your reservation. Check directly with Augustin the manager of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
Rainforest wonderland!
The house was amazing! The host was so responsive and want to thank you so much for a great 3 days! We loved your house and location. Thanks for sharing with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful four-night stay
Unique and comfortable home with lovely backyard views. The check-in and check-out processes were easy and fast. The center offered many suggestions for activities in the area which was greatly appreciated. We loved the local restaurants and the excellent bakery that was just down the road.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maki K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay!
This place was amazing! About a 30 min drive to most of the excursions that we did. Agustin was a great host and provided us with some great excursion and restaurant recommendations. Would love to come back! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maxim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!!
Lovely property with magical feel Gorgeous views Bring rain gear and find things to do in the rain as well as dry time All activities and stores are within 5 to 25 min away Had a fantastic time here👌
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Jeff I.

Great view, substandard house
No hot water. Lumpy sorry excuse for a couch, rooster next door starts at 3:30 and goes to 6:30. Guide book leaves of great special places uphill. Guidebook is out of date with prices and has no contact info for recommendations. No laundry detergent. Why make us by new package whe we want to do one ore two loads.? lol ace a fe detergent pillows. The town is full of money grabbers. nOT recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miss Back patio and welcome center already!
This property is off the beaten path in charming El Castillo which we enjoyed. Need 4W drive. Family of 5 very much enjoyed the back patio/hammock...so many birds, hummingbirds, Arenal view, and flowers. The welcome center folks are OUTSTANDING and helped us with recommendations of where to shop and amazing tours. 1 bed creaky but comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Setting, setting, setting
The view is spectacular - I loved sitting on the deck every morning to enjoy it with a cup of coffee. The house is as described. There are some bugs and a gecko, but when you see the setting, it makes sense and using chemicals would hurt the beautiful surroundings. Beds were very comfortable. You will hear roosters every morning and sometimes the day. They belong to the neighbor and you just have to get used to it. I was aware and just dealt with it. If you have the air-conditioner on in the bedrooms it is not as loud. Every morning we opened up the doors and windows and let the wonderful breeze come through to air out the house and cool it down (might be why we had bugs!). Totally worth it. The cool mountain air is fresh and invigorating. We closed up if leaving or once the sun started to go down. I didn't get one mosquito bite! FYI Costa Rican roads are DIFFICULT. Be ready to drive some harrowing roads. This home is in a great area with some great restaurants and tours available, but there are big hills. I had a sprained ankle so we drove, but if I had been healthy we would have got some good cardio in. If you have food allergies, there is a restaurant called Essence up the road that will accommodate it all. The hostess is always there and remembers what you told her. Cocoa tour was fun. Fantastic bakery down the road - stores, restaurants as well. La Fortuna nearby (20min). Host was just down the road and was responsive and very nice. We really enjoyed staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023