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Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.

Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Serenity House. Swimming Pool & Arenal Volcano View
Serenity House. Master bedroom with King Size Bed.
El Castillo. Costa Rica.
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Serenity House. Gardens and Volcano view from the Terrace.
El Castillo. Costa Rica.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6199.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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  • Place, Costa Rica Sky Adventures
  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.

The Serenity House was built on 2 acres in the heart of the Rainforest, very privately situated far from the noise of the city but close to some of the best attractions and restaurants El Castillo has to offer. The gorgeous infinity edge swimming pool is filled with fresh spring water, and is perfect to refresh while you listen to the Howlers Monkeys, watch the Toucans, Hummingbirds and 20 other species of birds that surround the house. At Serenity create memories that you will treasure forever.

*Please note, what in the photos looks like a Jacuzzi is not actually a heated, is a water feature that overflows into the swimming pool creating a cascade effect. However, the whole pool is in a system that recirculates the water through solar panels installed in the roof of the house to warm up the water a bit.

The house is big and spacious with beautiful decors from local artists and unique indigenous statues located around the property.
The combination of really high ceilings and the location on the edge of a hill with constant breeze makes for no need of Air Conditioning in the house. Plus all of the rooms have ceiling fans and the sliding doors & windows are equipped with screens so you can perfectly leave them open to let the breeze in without worrying about the insects coming in the house. All 3 bedrooms have private bathrooms to give your group the privacy they want.
In our fully equipped kitchen, you can delight your family with a energizing breakfast to begin the day or with a delicious dinner to close a memorable day of exploring the rain forest. After dinner sit around and share memories in our comfortable living room with all reclinable leather couches and sofas.

- THINGS TO DO: There are lots of tours to keep you entertained for days, Volcano hikes, Zip Lines, Hanging Bridges, ATV tours, Kayak and Paddle-board 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.

- GETTING AROUND: You will want a 4WD vehicle. The last drive up to the house is a road made of gravel and rocks. When it rains there are potholes. You will be a lot happier with a 4WD here and in most areas of Costa Rica. While there are a couple of things to see and one restaurant within walking distance of the house, there are many activities that require a 10 to 45 minute drive. You will not be happy waiting for a cab to arrive either coming of going.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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 is not permitted

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Baldi Hot Springs. Arenal Eco Zoo and Butterfly Conservatory are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
El Castillo, Provincia de Alajuela

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tucanes - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Jilguero - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Arenal, Arenal Eco Zoo and Butterfly Conservatory. Arenal Volcano and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Beautiful views!

This was a great spot for viewing the volcano, hiking La Fortuna Falls and going to Sky Adventures. The local restaurants made delicious food and everyone was kind, friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Atlanta

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

Incredible views!!!

We LOVED staying at Serenity!!! We had everything we needed, plus incredible views and wildlife. I’d definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

GENESSA K.

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

Arenal Paradise

This house was cozy and pictures do not do it justice. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine R.

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

Amazing view and house

The house and pool were great but that view, you just can’t beat! Everything was there that we needed. Just wish the road was a little easier to get up to the house but otherwise all good. Check in process was good and Ericka and Agustin took great care of us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

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

Gorgeous!!

We didn’t want to leave the property; it was beautiful! El Castillo is a little far from the main tourist attractions in the area (La Fortuna waterfall etc), but staying at this location was well worth it! We loved having this location for our morning and evenings after a jam packed day of activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

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

A magical place

This house was perfect. Incredible views. Spotless. Tons of space and fancy furniture. We loved going to the local water parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall B.

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

Pura Vida Views

Worth the trek up a bit up a drive for gorgeous views and tons of birds. Pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille D., STEAMBOAT SPR

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

Pure Serenity!

This home is lovely. The volcano views and bird watching each morning set the tone for our daily adventures. Communication with our host was spot on. House location would be challenging without a 4wheel drive vehicle… thank you for highly recommending that. Nestled high in the rain forest yet a beautiful drive each day to our hiking/swimming/ touring choices, the house served as a wonderful sanctuary after full days of adventure. Could not have asked for a better 1st experience on Costa Rica. Can’t wait to return. Pura Vita!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca L.

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

Amazing views, great off the beaten path stay

Wonderful house at a great price. It is as described, so be prepared to be a little remote. The local town is wonderful with a great fruit and retable stand, bakery, and restaurants. Each morning we would adventure out for an activity (such as hanging bridges and ziplines). It took about 35 minutes to get to the different destinations. The view from the house is wonderful and as other reviews mention, the wildlife is present! Our only hiccup was with the couple of power outages we had to figure out how to manual open the gate. It was simple enough todo, but did cause a moments pause.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host, Nice location but need upgrades

The host, Augustin was wonderful. He was professional and extremely helpful and deserves a 5 star review. Great location with a swiming pool & a wonderful view of the volcano, specially from the porch. But the house is old and definitely needs upgrades in the following area: -Need new kitchen appliances/utensils/dishes. No dish washer -replace torn/beat up couches -Need curtains in the master bedroom -Need new bed sheets/covers -The house is not well sealed therefore there were a lot of small bugs, specially in the bathrooms -There was NO TV in any of the rooms -There is a tall tree that blocks the view of the volcano from the master bed room -There was no chest/draws/wardrobe for clothing -There were only a few old/cheap wire hangers
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Endroit incroyable, la vue est sublime c’est très calme et nous avons vu beaucoup d’oiseaux. C’est très près des activités (tyroliennes géniales et randonnée Arenal 1968). Augustin a été super !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Sweet retreat

Perfect for our group. The view was spectacular and rooms were great. Could use a little more light in the kitchen area would be my only suggestion. Great hosts and had massages up at the house. Unforgettable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Layla D.

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

Amazing rainforest escape

This property is absolutely beautiful and everything you see in the pictures. The views are incredible, the bird watching from the porch provides hours of enjoyment, and the accommodations are very comfortable. Our family enjoyed the pool and leaving all the sliding doors open to feel the cool breezes of El Castillo. Even though it is listed in the description, I did not realize the property didn't have air conditioning and was initially concerned, having just come from the coast where it was very warm. But El Castillo is much more temperate and the breezes keep everything very comfortable in the house. The need of a four wheel drive vehicle is absolutely necessary as the road leading up to the house is steep and very rocky. There are many wonderful restaurants close by. No service stations and only a small market, so plan accordingly. Close to the volcano, zip lining, and the La Fortuna waterfall. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Fantasyland in Costa Rica

We decided to come to Costa Rica rather than Hilton Head for a short vacation. When I booked this property, I did not pay quite enough attention to the description of the driveway, which was rather rough. However, we did get our minivan front wheel drive up the road, although it was a little scary at time. The property was beautiful and the setting was mystical. A volcano off your shoulder on one side and a beautiful lake in front. My adult daughter and son-in-law and two granddaughters ages eight and 10 had a fantastic time. We really enjoyed the little restaurant just a little walk away.Overall, I would definitely do this again. It was absolutely beautiful clean and very comfortable. Ron Sloan.
Deck overlooking the lake and Infiniti pool
Infinity pool was clean and very refreshing
Just off to the right is a volcano, amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

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

Truly Serenity!!!

The property was absolutely amazing. The landscaping and flora was spectacular. The pool was perfect for the boys. Last but not least the view was unreal! My wife and I needed a break from reality and this place provided that. The locals in El Castillo were all so helpful and such a beautiful people. If we ever get back to Costa Rica we will definitely be visiting Serenity again. Plenty of space, beautiful home, and amenities for cooking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRETT R.

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

Volcano and Lake view with constant wildlife

Incredible setting and a very nice place. The view of Lake Arenal and volcano are truly wonderful especially since they are constantly accented by hummingbirds, toucan's, tanagers and countless other colorful critters. It was nice having restaurants and shops close by.attractions is wonder
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Amazing

Serenity house did not disappoint! The views are outstanding and we spent hours on the back porch watching all the birds. Bring binoculars! Augustine was very helpful and always responded quickly to any questions we had. We loved every minute there and we were sad to go. Thank you Serenity and Costa Rica!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pam C.

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

What a View

We were only there 2 nights and when we arrived there was no electricity, no flashlights and no candles/matches. The property manager worked diligently to get us flashlights. The driveway is long and steep, the recommendation for 4 wheel drive is absolutely warranted. A little further from attractions then I was expecting. No air conditioning. But on a clear day it is spectacular and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

Serenity

As described and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Phylis K.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Double check

Location was fantastic for bird watching. The view from the back patio is stunning! Pool was not in good working order. Wasn’t super clean. Not guest friendly… no closets, hooks, towel racks, or places besides the floor for luggage or clothing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Summer 2024

Wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelley m.

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

Beautiful home and views

This was our first visit to Costa Rica. The home and views were as good if not better than described. The bird life and comforts of this home all made for beautiful memories. Hope to visit Costa Rica again and would hope to enjoy it from this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gynelle H.

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

Peaceful Oasis

We had a wonderful stay! It is a bit of a drive to get into town of La Fortuna but 100% worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing!

The photos do not do the house justice. On arrival the house was clean and had all of the necessary kitchen and bathroom essentials. Each room had an individual bathroom with shower that had good pressure. The view of the arenal volcano was breath taking and the pool was a perfect way to stay cool down in the heat. Disclaimer the pool structure is made of a cement type of material and we did get some scrapes, but nothing too bad. Also, there is no jacuzzi it is simply a “water feature”. In addition, there are lots of insects surrounding the property and they do tend to go in the house but we expected it and we had no real issues. One thing I wish the house provided would be some type of curtain in the master bedroom. The sunrise would light up the room and wake us up very early and at night it was pitch black outside and creepy at first especially with all the noise outdoors. Overall, we would definitely stay here on our next visit to Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C., North Salt Lake, Utah

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

Hartley Family Spring Break 2024

Loved the location, views, and El Patio being so close. House was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

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