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Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view

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A modern house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a towel, a window with a view of a swimming pool and greenery, and a balcony with a railing.
A modern room with a TV displaying 'NETFLIX', a pool view, a sofa, and a dining table.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Alajuela Province
  • Place, La Fortuna Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Arenal Adventure World
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪10 min walk‬

Where you'll sleep

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view

This unique property, located in the private neighborhood of Trapiche in the heart of La Fortuna, is accessible to many eco-tourism activities and only minutes away from the lively downtown area.

You rent the full property with two cozy cottages and a common area, including a pool. Where you can enjoy spectacular views of the Arenal Volcano making it a great place for big groups or families looking for a place to relax, get away, and reconnect with nature.

Each cottage has the essentials to fully enjoy your time there: three air-conditioned bedrooms, one bedroom has a full-size bed and each of the two other bedrooms have a full-size bunk bed, two full bathrooms with step-free showers, a full kitchen, a TV with cable, parking for two cars, and free WIFI. I can’t wait to share this enchanting place with you!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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 is not permitted
Provide the following to the property manager, Wagner, at least 24 hours prior to arrival: Names and passport numbers for all the guests

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3005624vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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 villa is in a rural area and near the airport. 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 Kalambu Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.
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La Fortuna, Alajuela Province

What's nearby

  • La Fortuna Park - 7 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 11 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Kalambu Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Paradise Hot Springs - 13 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tayakiry Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soda y Restaurante Víquez - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa del Encanto - Two cozy cottages with amazing Arenal Volcano view located?

Situated near the airport, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of La Fortuna Park, El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect for our group. Lots to do around the area!! The host was very friendly and knowledgeable! Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic units with plenty of space! Extremely clean and safe, with gated security. Easy access to town and great barbecue restaurant nearby! We can’t wait to come back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this property and the best part is location… Outside area and pool was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location just outside of town. Kids loved the pool. Prompt replies and resolutions from host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with our extended family. We felt safe in the gated community. We loved the solitude of the area with extra parking for our group. Having 2 houses with lots of beds and a shared pool and bbq area were so fun each morning and evening to gather together.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for larger families! Pool is wonderful for the kids. Location is perfect for tours and in a gated community.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
I'm glad you enjoyed and would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Had a great stay at Villa del Encanto. Amazing view and close to supermarket and downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was perfect location for our stay. However, wish there were at least some wash clothes and more then two hand towels. It was clean and pool was nice for our teenagers.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was just what we needed for our family group of 13 traveling to La Fortuna for a few days. There was plenty of space to spread out, the pool was fantastic (when it wasn't raining), and the neighborhood felt secure and safe with easy access back into town and all attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thanks for your review. I'm glad you and your family enjoyed the property. Love to have you stay again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place for a family getaway

The two matching villas were perfect for our family of 12. The gated community is secluded but still close enough to the activities La Fortuna has to of.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool place

This was good for three family of with
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Stay in La Fortuna

The property was a great spot for 2 families of 4. Close to town and activities. Safe. After activity pool time on the hot days was loved by all.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay! The pool and surrounding patio were great for relaxing and the outdoor area behind was wonderful for bird watching and yoga. We didn't cook much, but appreciated the coffee maker, refrigerators and access to dishes. The road leading up to the property turn in is very rough, so be prepared for that. Also, a house has been built across the street that now obstructs the volcano view, but walking just a short distance, you can get a beautiful view.Our host was very helpful and responsive. He even suggested a driver for us! We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Oasis

This home was perfect! Plenty of room for the many people we had plis visitors. Plenty of supplies like dishes and towels for our large group. The view was Breathtaking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Thanks for the review and we're glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean & safe.

We had a nice stay. The place was simple, clean, and safe. A little hard to find at first, so be sure to call and ask for landmarks. The security staff was friendly and diligent. Location was close to all the activities we wanted to do. A great choice if you are looking for budget friendly and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxation & Chill, Just what we needed!

Property was located in a nice secluded neighborhood. Town of La Fortuna close by via 7-15 minute cab ride. Town was quaint, lovely shops, grocery & butcher. The best was the pool & hammock which I enjoyed tremendously! Owners & property manager very receptive & attended to all our immediate needs. Will definitely post my good time on social media.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

Overall it was great a few things needs to be fix liked the doors won’t close and we didn’t have washing machine. But I can’t complain service it was amazing communication was right away . I definitely recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good stay

Overall a nice stay and well suited for two families traveling together - we enjoyed the private space each home offered as well as shared time in the pool and on the lanai.Between the two houses we had most of what we needed but neither was entirely complete (for example, one house had a coffee maker but no coffee pot, one house had hot pads and the other didn’t) - recommend taking quick inventory of each to make sure each has what it needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2025
Hi, Thanks for your review and I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it. Hope you get to stay with us again. Take care, Tania Mercado
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, walkable to a good restaurant and several other things. Liked being in a secure gated community. Host was responsive to any questions. Pool was beautiful even if it was too cool to use during our stay. It was nice to have some supplies like coffee, salt, shampoo to get started. While they had papertowels, no kitchen towels, which felt a little wasteful. The kitchen is stocked with some basics but you probably wont be cooking dinner at the units. Was fine for us to make breakfast and snacks. We had some issues with showers, may need new shower heads as shower sprays out of shower, even sprays through the curtain. Overall a fine fit for our group of 6 ladies and budget friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We can't wait to return!

Staying at La Fortuna, Costa Rica was an absolute delight! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning view of the Arenal Volcano right from our doorstep. The accommodations were impeccably clean, cozy, and beautifully decorated, providing the perfect blend of comfort and style. The hosts went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable, offering invaluable local tips for exploring the area and arranging unforgettable excursions. We especially loved lounging in the hammocks on the terrace, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and the soothing sounds of nature. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, this place in La Fortuna is a hidden gem that truly captures the essence of pura vida living. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Unique home in La Fortuna

You will need to have a car to stay at this unique property in La Fortuna. It is the perfect home to rent if two families or a large group of friends are traveling together. The home was clean. The common spaces were a little small, so it makes a great place to rest your head at night but not to hang out as a group. It is a quick drive into La Fortuna and all the activites in the area. There are a lot of dining options if you don't want to prepare your own meals.The home was clean and the beds are comfortable. The couches in one of the houses are well used, so probably wouldn't be very comfortable to sleep on. The community is secure and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

La Fortuna

The property was clean but there was a sewer gas odor in the master bath. We had ages 2 thru 85 in our group. We used every inch of both villas. The location was close to things we wanted to do. Unfortunately the most direct route had the road and it took a while to find after getting to the area. The kitchens are small with no dishwasher. We typically cook most of our meals but ate out more than usually because of the lack of room and pans for larger groups. The pool was nice but went down about 6 inches over the 5 days we were there. Overall, the property accommodated our needs. We really enjoyed exploring the Arenal activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Centrally Located; Perfectly Designed

Our stay at the Villa del encanto was everything we need to make our experience the most memorable one. The Villa is an excellent option for two sets of families where everyone can have time by themselves and also meet at the pool to swim or eat meal together near the pool. The villa was tastefully decorated and made wise us of the space. Tip: make use of the bedroom curtains at night as the sun does is bright in the morning. I found the the curtains completely keeps the sun out , enough for me to sleep in a couple of hours later. The. Villa is centrally located so we could do our activities (hikes, white water rafting , chocolate/coffee tours, thermal spa and zip lining) and come back to rest at mid-day before doing another activity. I was impressed with how they have everything we needed to make our stay a home away from home. The place was immaculate and the grounds well maintained. We made use of the pool and was close enough to the town center to try some of the local restaurants. Highly recommend the place and we would stay there again if we come back to La Fortuna. I LOVED the view of the volcano, that in itself is worth the stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison très accueillante avec plusieurs éléments inclus (ex.: savon, shampooing, revitalisant, café, filtres, huile végétale, sucre). Les deux maisons séparées sont un « must » pour accueillir un groupe. L’hôte est très réactif pour répondre à nos questions et régler les pépins qui peuvent survenir en lien avec la maison. Nous recommandons cette maison
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for your review. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it and hope to have you again some time in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Maisons idéales pour les groupes

Nous avons apprécié la literie, la piscine et la vue.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Wagner Rojas

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My wife and I are originally from Puerto Rico but have lived our lives along the North East Coast of the United States. While we enjoy the seasons, it is always nice to have an escape from the cold and the city life.

With our children grown, we began looking for a place with warmer weather where we could unwind and reset. We came to Costa Rica because of its reputation and recommendations from relatives who had already experienced the beauty and hospitality of Costa Rica.

On the very first trip we were captivated by the country, the people, and the culture. Especially the beautiful area around the Arenal Volcano. We decided then and there to invest in our bit of the Pura Vida!

Here we can come to break away and relax. On the days we feel adventurous, we can go explore the mountains, rivers, and rain forest or on the lazy days, relax by the pool, go to one of the many thermal springs, or treat ourselves to a spa day. Everything is just a short drive or taxi ride away.

Since we cannot be here all year, we want to open up our homes for others to come and be able to experience this enchanting place.

We hope you enjoy your stay in with us!

Relax. Reset. Explore. Pura Vida!

Why they chose this property

This is as close to perfection on Earth that we could find. La Fortuna is located in the mountainous area of the Arenal Volcano. It has rivers and a lake and the average temperature hovers around 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 26 degrees Celsius) most of the year, which makes it a unique spot to connect with nature and explore more than 200 ecotourism activities. It also has a wide-variety of restaurants in the center of town, which is only a few minutes away from the property.

If this not enough, Costa Rica is a stable and safe country that welcomes tourists from all over the world. The people are very friendly and make you feel at home right away. In my opinion, their commitment to their residents quality of life and resource and nature conservation are their best attributes.

What makes this property unique

Hospitable and welcoming atmosphere
Nearby ecotourism activities for all fitness levels
Comfortable stay in a rural setting
Gated community with 24/7 security onsite
Opportunity to reconnect with nature and rest in a quiet environment

Languages:

English, Spanish

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