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5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This vacation home accommodates 11 guests with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub, a private chef, and games for entertainment. Enjoy mountain views from the deck, porch, and balcony while engaging in nearby activities like mountain biking, swimming, and motorboating. Explore Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna Waterfall for adventure.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Arenal Volcano National Park
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • On-site fitness centre
  • Massages in spa
  • Spa pool on site
  • Air-conditioning
  • Toys
  • Patio

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, Arenal Volcano National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Tabacon Hot Springs
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!

A 3 story home at the foothills of Cerro Charo volcano, with views of Arenal. The master bathroom is a retreat in itself, with a shower big enough for the entire family and a jetted tub with the best views in the house! Outdoor space on all levels with lots room to explore. The main floor has a chef's kitchen and large open space with plenty of seating for everyone. The additional Casita gives a main floor bedroom with added privacy, right in the the rainforest! With a hot tub, trampoline, and swing set, our home is the perfect fit for families with young kids.

Just 5 minutes from the center of town, 5 minutes from the hot springs, 2 minute walk to the best night tour in La Fortuna, and 3 minutes to restaurants and shopping, our location gives you the peaceful escape in the rain forest while still having all the amenities you need!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2515098vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Arenal Adventure World and Kalambu Hot Springs. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 11 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 20 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mexikah Taqueria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Soda Tita Rosa - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kenko Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 BR Rainforest Retreat 5 Minutes from Town! located?

This family-friendly La Fortuna holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of La Fortuna Waterfall and Costa Rica Chocolate Tour. Arenal Adventure World and Chato Volcano are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We could not be happier with our stay at Casa Armonia! The house is incredibly spacious and as well equipped as any rental I have ever stayed in. We saw monkeys almost every day from the backyard, and walked a minute down the road to a night tour, where we saw a sloth, snakes, frogs, and more! The rooms are massive and the beds very comfortable. We travelled with our grandchildren, and the trampoline and swing set in the backyard kept them busy! The hot tub was icing on the cake for colder or rainy nights, where we could relax while watching spider monkeys jump from tree to tree.The hosts were friendly, quick to reply, and made great recommendations on what to do and where to eat. La Fortuna has become one of our favorite vacation destinations, and it all started with Casa Armonia! Thank you Silvia for hosting us, and we will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay for our party of 8! The home was very clean and in a perfect location for all our La Fortuna excursions. The host had wonderful recommendations and very responsive with every inquiry. We would definitely stay here again if back in the area
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property for a large group

Loved the location, the home, and the cleanliness. The owners were very helpful and very easy to work with. Check in was a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The house is very nice and surounded by nature! we love it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rainforest house

Plenty of space and gathering spaces for three generations of family. Morning toucans in the tree and hummingbirds were special treats! Very close to many adventures- Catarata, volcano, Baldi Springs. Truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome house in the jungle

Large property with lots of wildlife right outside. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in the rainforest

I absolutely loved the two weeks I spent here! It’s peaceful and out of the bustle of La Fortuna and filled with the sounds of the jungle in a luxury setting. Host is super helpful and fast to respond. I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful jungle oasis

This house was amazing! It was right in the jungle and absolutely beautiful. Really enjoyed the nature around the home especially in the early morning when all the birds and monkeys were waking up. The home is very close to La fortuna city center and all the hot springs. I would definitely here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with our family. The house is beautiful and clean. The separate 1b/1b casita was a hit with our adult daughter. Centrally located to all tours and attractions in the area. Owner was responsive and helpful. Monkeys and toucans in the trees within view from the balcony. Beautiful garden as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful 4 days celebrating daughter’s 30 borthday

House was beautiful and a great place to stay. Very spacious, great views of the rainforest, and pictures were completely accurate. We had a chef cook us a wonderful birthday dinner, a great dinner and night time hike 2 doors down a Papa’s Place. Host was very responsive. Highly recomend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family reunion in La Fortuna

Three generations - grandparents, sons and daughters in law and 4 grandchildren stayed. Home and casita are comfortable and spacious. House is conveniently located for excursions and strolling in town. Large kitchen and dining room table for group meals. Beautiful balconies to sit and relax. Loved staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jungle House

Nice modern house Conveniently located near La Fortuna, grocery store, and tourist excursions. Owner was very easy to contact and addressed our needs promptly. We loved the outdoor balconies and porch. Beds were very comfortable and luxurious bathrooms!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect Stay in the Rainforest

Our family enjoyed our stay at Casa Armonia in La Fortuna. The house was the perfect size for our extended family of nine. We particularly enjoyed sitting on the back porch and watching the howler monkeys, toucans, and hummingbirds that visited us daily. Evan and Sylvia were great hosts that responded quickly with any concerns we had regarding the property. We also enjoyed a night hike at Papa's Place, which is conveniently located next door. Soda Tito Rosa, down the road, was a great spot for dinner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home!

The home is immaculate! Our group consisted of four couples in our 60’s . We loved the home and would definitely stay here again. If I dig deep on an improvement it would be the quality of the bed/bedding - but who wants to be that person??
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful House

Great modern house just up a dirt road from town. Bedrooms all air conditioned, but rest of the house did get hot. Very accurate description in listing and I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Home for a family gathering

Casa Armonía worked perfectly for our family of three adult couples and one single. The house is beautiful, surrounded by the forrest. A beautiful covered area with a large table to eat and watch, monkeys, birds etc. Cose to town with many great places to eat. Can’t say enough about Silvia and her quick response with recommendations which made our trip amazing.Excellent on every way.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place

My family had a wonderful time when we stayed at this house. The house was beautiful, my children loved the porches with hammocks. The view of the volcano was excellent, and it was within a 20 minute drive from anything we wanted to see within the area.Our host recommended a tour organizer/guide who lived two houses down (Papa's place). He too was excellent, reasonable prices, excellent tour. His wife also cooks if notified in advance for small (or large) groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Retreat

We had a wonderful stay! We travel with two families of four and the house had plenty of room. We saw monkeys and toucans right from the porch every morning. The hosts were always helpful and very responsive. The home is close to town but also away from the noise. It felt like we were in the middle of the rain forest. We went on a sloth tour and night walk at Papas Place right up the road. We just walked up the hill. We recommend this home for a wonderful time with all the amenities you need. Thank you for hosting us!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Adventure in La Fortuna

My family stayed at this wonderful residence for the holidays. It was perfect. The house has a small casita with its own bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette that was perfect for the grandparents as it had no stairs. The main house had four bedrooms and plenty of indoor and outdoor space for family to gather. The owner provided lots of information about the house and the area that we found useful. We were close to markets, waterfalls, tours, restaurants, and shops. All of Fortuna was a short drive. Every communication with the owner was prompt and helpful. I would highly recommend this property to a family or group of friends staying in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Modern clean property, great location

Nice stay, new clean house. Host was very helpful and responsive. There is no dishwasher so just be aware. As a friendly suggestion to host, the house would benefit if a few rugs were added in the living room and other rooms for cozy feel. Also, master bedroom needs wardrobe and generally it would be useful to have more storage in bedrooms. Some wall art would also make house more interesting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely home, gorgeous surroundings

We had a wonderful stay at the property–the location was just down the road from a grocery store, restaurants, and other amenities, yet it felt like we were away from the hustle and bustle of La Fortuna. The yard was beautiful and we were treated to the sounds of animals every day. As a group, we really appreciated having access to laundry facilities onsite that we could use ourselves. The various indoor and outdoor seating arrangements were wonderful. (Remember, it's the rain forest, so things can be very damp and not quite sparkly clean. A dehumidifier would be very useful!) We would absolutely return to the property during a future visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay in La Fortuna!

We loved our stay here! My husband and I and our two grown children had plenty of space to spread out but spend time together in the common areas. The property was new, updated, comfortable, clean, and safe. We had a rental car, and it was very convenient to all of the area attractions and grocery. We enjoyed the jungle sounds and watching the toucans (no monkeys this trip, maybe next time!) The wooden table and bar on the porch are stunning and a great place to eat/relax. The king room is lovely, but I will note that it is on the 3rd floor, so walking up/carrying a suitcase up could be a challenge for seniors or anyone with any mobility issues. Hosts were very responsive to all our questions. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing House / Amazing Location

We visited La Fortuna for my retirement trip with our 5 grown children and had the absolute BEST time. The house is incredible - well maintained and had plenty of space for 7 adults. The location of the house is perfect! We were just a few minutes away by car from everything that La Fortuna has to offer plus we could literally sit on the back porch and watch a wide variety of birds and monkeys in the trees behind the house. The owners are so easy to work with and had wonderful suggestions for things to do and places to eat. Highly recommend doing the night hike and / or Sloth Tour with Papa's Place while you stay here. Papa's Place is two doors down from this house (easy walking distance) and we learned so much about the animals that were in the backyard of the house we were staying in. We honestly can not say enough good things about our time in La Fortuna and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property and home near the Arenal Volcano

We had a group of 10 people traveling to La Fortuna in late April. This property is the absolute best of both worlds. The house has one master suite with a spacious bath on the top floor with views of the Arenal volcano on a clear day. The second floor has three bedrooms with a shared bath. The main floor is spacious and opens up to an outside porch which is perfect for sitting and enjoying the monkeys, toucans and butterflies. The outside casita is an extra space which was perfect for our large group. The drive into town is less than 10 minutes. The owners are very responsive and helpful in answering questions. I would highly recommend staying at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Windows and views!

We would definitely stay here again and recommend to others. First- the hosts! They answered every question promptly and you can feel their warmth through their communication and manual that is in the house. Next- the views! Amazing windows throughout the house with a view of the volcano from the master bath. The wooden breakfast bar outside was perfect for enjoying a morning coffee, and the hammock on the upper deck for relaxing to rainforest sounds in the evening. The space is clean, modern, and thoughtful- loved the yoga mats for a quick outdoor morning stretch session. Since we didn’t rent a car we did have to taxi everywhere- out and back, but they were short rides.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Silvia

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Our family is half Costa Rican, half American, making us what many call Tico Gringos. Our kids, Amani and Zoey, have never been happier than when they are here, splashing in the rain and running around the terrace. Regular trips to the hot springs make it hard for them to leave! We hope to live here full time one day, but for now, we can't wait to share our paradise with you!

I have also been a tour guide in La Fortuna and other parts of Costa Rica for over 12 years. I know the area and industry well and can answer any questions you have during your stay. Whether it's booking a tour, having a home cooked meal by a private chef in our kitchen, or a relaxing massage without ever leaving home, I am happy to help make your stay an amazing vacation!

Why they chose this property

Our property is right at the foothills of Cerro Chato and is perfect for daily hikes! We built a 3 story home to have great views of the valley and Arenal Volcano from the second and third floors.

What makes this property unique

Balconies and terraces on all levels, all new furniture and appliances, and a jetted tub on the top floor with volcano views! Monkeys and toucans visit the home daily!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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