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MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view!

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Property grounds
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Living area
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Arcade/game room

Explore the area

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Santa Elena, Puntarenas
  • Place, Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Jardín de Orquídeas
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Large bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view!

About 1.5 miles (2 km) from Santa Elena town.

GULF VIEW VACATION HOME: 2-story house, has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen, WIFI, laundry area with wash machine. Two story, upstairs has ping pong table, balcony great for watching wildlife. an extra double bed, screened windows, view of Gulf and Peninsula of Nicoya. This house can accommodate 8 friends or family. Seven acres to explore!

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1635985vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Monteverde

Located in Monteverde, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Arenal Volcano National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Monteverde Orchid Garden, or check out an event or a game at Quebrada Grande Arena. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking, horse riding and mountain biking.
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Santa Elena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Wildlife Refuge Monteverde - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Jardín de Orquídeas - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 12 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 27 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Amistad - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Monteverde Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Taco - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MONTEVERDE - Comfy, well-equipped House in woods with spectacular view! located?

This family-friendly Monteverde holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wildlife Refuge Monteverde, Monteverde Orchid Garden and Café Monteverde Coffee Farm. Centro Comercial Monteverde and Jardín de Orquídeas are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Brookelynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View is amazing. House is very basic but communication with the host was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Apparently there was an issue with the booking dates so they asked if we could move to the 2 bedroom cabin behind the main house and I think it was even better than the original booking would have been. It was a bit rustic but the view was phenominal, it was totally private and had everything we could have wanted. Would highly recommend booking here if you're looking for a quiet, private accomodation that is just outside of Santa Elena.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
I had a hard time deciding what to rate this property. The view is outstanding and the price was great. However, one of the toilets didn't work and no attempt was made to repair it during our stay. The place has everything you need but none of it is in great condition. The pans are beat up, the couches lack cushion, and the pillows are flat. You will need a little more than standard clearance to drive down this road and definitely to get up the driveway (you could park on the road), not a truck but more than a sedan. If you are looking for a view without luxury, and the price tag that goes with it, this might be the place for you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cabin with a million $ view

This is a large, rustic cabin, more than we needed as a family of 5, but nice to have the space to spread out. If you are looking for luxury, look elsewhere. But if you want a secluded spot with one of the best views on Earth, I’d highly recommend Richard’s place. I enjoyed the balcony hammock each morning with my coffee. And each morning, a flock of screeching green parrots flew by. The family also enjoyed hiking around the 8 acres. There is creek access, and a local brewery is just a short ten minute walk from here. This is a wonderful place to just “be.” If we return to Costa Rica, this will be at the top of our list of places to stay. Just a few things to consider: Richard is a character. Very friendly, knowledgeable, and communicative. Also, although the kitchen has pots, pans, dishes, and cooking implements, it lacks oil, spices, etc. Be sure to pick those up in town on the way in. Did I mention the view? You can see the Gulf of Nicoya on a clear day!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Melissa P.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

People living in the shed next to rental

This property has amazing views, but the property is old and not very well maintained. The lights had spider webs/bugs and even a spider popped out of the couch to pay us a visit. There were also a family living in the adjacent shed that the property owners failed to mention so at night you could actually hear them talking. This made us a little nervous. Also, when we arrived the landscaper proceeded to weed eat around the property for an hour to cut the high grass (apparently there are coral snakes!). The noise was not a great way to greet us. Although it was an interesting experience, I would not stay at this house again. Some work on the house could make this place an amazing spot, but not at the moment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Michiel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fijne dagen gehad

2 prachtige dagen gehad in Montevere met deze woning als uitvalsbasis. Prima woning voor de prijs die je ervoor betaald.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TONIA F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Value, Think Neglected Cabin, Deck is Awesome,

Kitchen is well equipped, lots to explore on the property, but with rain most of the time we were there we didn't get to it. All the double beds are full size beds not queens. The host Roger was great to show us around, explain the tricky showers, and make us feel at home. We didn't use the washer/dryer but there was detergent there to use. My daughter claimed the loft as her bedroom, but a spider the size of cracker scared her away. The telescope on the deck was great. This is not luxury, but it is a great value for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

This is our second time to stay here. The first was several years ago. We enjoyed our stay and it had everything we needed. The host was available to answer questions. He gave us restaurant recommendations, hiking, and other activity reservations. He offered to help book reservations for us also. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen had everything needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

richard m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

is what it is

Richard is straight up about what his casa is about, the rates are fair for the experience and he is a classic!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cabin with gorgeous views

The owner was very helpful and easy to get a hold of. The cabin is roomy and there is a small deck on the upper level with amazing views. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtige lokatie, vooral het uitzicht.

Middenin de natuur met prachtig uitzicht.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic Costa Rican home

We had a great time at this spacious authentic house. The kids loved the ping pong table and the hammock. The view was absolutely gorgeous . Richard was a great help with local information and there is a delicious bakery walking distance . If your looking for an authentic experience this is the place for you . For a cookie cutter , manicured lawn and gated community feel look elsewhere . For outdoor adventure, a relaxed atmosphere and helpful local guidance this is a great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RLB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place for our family! We Saw Orapendula, parrots, and other birds in abundance. The sweeping view to the Pacific was breathtaking! We were there on some windy nights, and the house felt secure. We lived playing ping pong in the upstairs area each night to wind down.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bud C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal scenic Monteverde retreat in private nature preserve

My wife, her aunt and I rented this place for a few days in monteverde. It is not luxurious but has all of the essentials. The absolute best part of the house is the location. It sits on a private preserve on a private lane adjacent to Kinkajou preserve and Don Jaun coffee tours only a 3 minutes from Santa Elena. The animals and plants and view available within walking distance was enough to keep nature newcomers and veterans of monteverde occupied. The owner was the hidden gem of the property. A bit eccentric and quirky, Richard is known by everyone. He booked our tours with discounts, he has connections to get guided tours in parks early and offered advice on where to eat, he even gave us a free guided tour of Curi cancha where he got us up close to view the bell bird and quetzal and many other birds. In addition he offered free roam of his private preserve and additional guided options. Take advantage of Richard's insight. This is not a five star luxury space but it is safe, spacious, offers views and perks that made it a great stay for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Janice Fritzmeier

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Live in Florida but feel blessed to spend time in my Costa Rica Retreat! I am 84 years old, former kindergarten teacher and now I enjoy sitting in my enclosed porch sipping good coffee and watching agouti, hummingbirds of several types, small gray foxes, coatimundis, variegated squirrels and so many different kinds of birds and butterflies that come to my back garden. I use my binoculars to see birds that have landed further away. I have seen the grison in my back garden! Unusual! Flocks of oropendola, 3 squirrel cuckoos roosting for the night. I hear the calls but seldom spot the large bellbird, that has 3 wattles or the manakin, altho I have witnessed the mating dance of the manakin. I have been coming to CR nearly every near since 1987 - Love it and the people here! I have rafted the Serepiqui River and fell in; driven the scary roads, volunteered for the Monteverde Conservation League and walked in the Childrens' International Cloud Forest. I feel the need to share this amazing property with others who love and respect nature.

Why they chose this property

I am a tree-hugger and had only the least amount of trees cut for my cottage to be built among the trees. There is a concert of bird songs early in the morning! A small stream runs along one boundary of my 7 acres and there is a path through the woods to it. I hear that there are several waterfalls on it.
I have great neighbors and feel safe here. There are several varieties of guava trees, and so many others that have blooms, berries and fruit that animals and birds love.
My son, Richard, built the 2-story house in 1999 and has recently remodeled it. He is the current property manager and he lives on the same property. I hear that he does a fantastic job!

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