House holiday rentals in Nuevo Arenal

Amazing property. Felt more like staying at a high end resort. Extremely clean with great outdoor space and pool. Well stocked and safe with a gated entrance. Highly recommend.

If you’re the kind of person who wants to be near all the hustle and bustle with restaurants and attractions within close driving distance, move on. But if you enjoy peaceful tranquility, being immersed in nature and farm life, and feeling like you’re with the family you never knew you had, then look no further than Venado Valley Ranch. Farm to table breakfasts and dinners cooked and served by the best host families were delicious. If you’re up for an adventure, please don’t miss the waterfall hike! The kids (and adults) had a great time jumping off the rocks and tree into the pool at the base of the falls. And definitely have a taste of refreshing sugar cane juice fresh from the press. For excursions within an hour drive time, we enjoyed the hot springs, tubing down River Celeste, and—if you’re adventurous and don’t mind getting wet and dirty, the Venado Caves were a lot of fun! I could say so much more about our stay, but I’m running out of characters. We highly recommend!

Place is great, view is awesome, Hilario did a great job during the horseback ride , he was friendly. If I come back to Costa Rica we will stay here again is total worth it.

The place has a spectacular view, ideal for large families and the house is very wheelchair accessible. There is plenty of space throughout the property and the cleanliness of the spectacular house. The kitchen had everything you need for cooking. There are no supermarkets nearby so it is advisable to shop before getting to the place. I would definitely come back.

It truly is a little slice of heaven! Pictures don’t come close to doing it justice! We stayed 3 nights. It was easy to get to and close to the La Fortuna area. We can’t recommend pie in the sky enough! From check in to checkout it was wonderful!

Cozy home, just as described. Comfortable beds Great location for our family of 6 to do all the activities in and around La Fortuna. When we weren’t out exploring, our kids were in the pool, which was so enjoyable. There was a mixup when we first got there with another family who mistakenly was in our place. But it was quickly resolved and we were left a fruit basket the next day.

The other reviews are correct. This place is even more beautiful in person. We did not the amount of space, how clean it was, and how luxurious it felt. It was like being in a resort. Even the way its designed was gorgeous. It was 4 adults and 2 kids and we all loved it. The kids especially loved the pool and how low it was and we loved the convenience of the market directly across the street. Also everything is a short taxi ride away. And to top it off, the one day pass at Las Logas Resort was awesome. We spent hours there walking the grounds and enjoying the hotsprings pools!! This is definitely one of the best airbnbs we've stayed at offering so many amenities withing close proximity to downtown and other attractions. Also the host Rebecca was very responsive! Be careful to follow the instructions when checking in because you will be lost. Thanks again Rebecca!

Great place close to all La Fortuna activities. Felt very safe. Quick response with questions. Very helpful. Highly recommend

Carlos’ house was, without exaggeration, the best Airbnb I have ever stayed at. If you’re headed to LaFortuna, this is where you should stay. The house was immaculately clean, the location is very private, the pool was awesome, and you can’t beat waking up to the views of Arenal volcano. A short drive to all the restaurants, shops, and grocery stores downtown. Very close to all the tours and hot springs we booked. Do yourself a favor and book this house.

Hosts were very responsive and helpful! Views were breathtaking and the home was very comfortable for our family of 5

a family of 4 had a wonderful time here! highly recommend!

Really enjoyed the stay, total get away from everything

While many other reviews mentioned it, I’ll have to note here again: the view is amazing. I enjoy taking so many photos through out our trip as the view is spectacular and it chnages quickly at different times, different weather. The weather has been kind to us so it only rained very hard mostly at night and few hours in the afternoon (mid June). Sitting out on the deck in the morning is peaceful and not too cold. All of the descriptions are accurate. The road coming here is rough but so is almost everywhere else in Monteverde. Definitely one of the best Airbnb places we’ve been.

Had a great stay at The Star House. Beautiful sunsets and rainbows. My kids loved watching the leaf cutter ants out in the yard. Also loved watching the hummingbirds and even a toucan from the swinging bucket seats with a cool gentle breeze. Very peaceful and relaxing. Comfortable beds and plenty of hot water from the solar powered water heater. Kitchen well-equipped, including coffee. Would definitely stay here again!

This place is incredibly beautiful. It's quite safe, very peaceful, every corner of the house is clean, and the view is incredible. It's just important to note that the third bedroom isn't completely independent, as it's not separated from the second bedroom by a wall or door. However, it's a house that has absolutely everything you need, and the service from both the host and the assistant, Noel, is exceptional. We will definitely be back.

We had an unforgettable stay at Jessy’s beautiful home in Monteverde. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking views and the peaceful, natural setting. The floor-to-ceiling windows made us feel completely immersed in the cloud forest—it was like waking up in the middle of a dream. Jessy was an exceptional host—kind, thoughtful, and welcoming. She even left us a sweet note and some local treats to sample, which was such a lovely touch. The home itself was spotless, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and the jacuzzi was the perfect way to unwind after a long day of hiking and exploring. If you’re looking for a quiet, secluded getaway where you can truly connect with nature, this is the place. We can’t recommend it enough and hope to return someday!

This cute little place was perfect for the two of us. Having the AC in the bedroom was so nice and made for a good nights sleep. We enjoyed sitting on the back patio and watching and listening to all of the birds and watching the cows who are right next door. Fortuna Waterfalls is close by and it’s a quick trip into town. We would stay here again.

Very nice, comfortable accommodation, very well equipped, clean in a very quiet village, everything perfect.

We had an incredible stay in La Fortuna with our family, including our 3-year-old and 1-year-old. The home is perfectly situated right at the base of the volcano, offering unobstructed, stunning views—we could see Arenal from the living room and even while relaxing outside. The host was extremely thoughtful, leaving cold beers and champagne in the fridge for us, which was such a warm welcome after a long drive. Communication was excellent, and the concierge-style service made it easy to plan activities that worked for both adults and young kids. The space felt peaceful, safe, and well-equipped for a family. We’d absolutely recommend this place to anyone visiting the area—especially families looking for comfort, scenery, and great hospitality.

We had a great stay at Sunset Paradise - the house was very clean, modern, and has an amazing view of the mountains and sunset. A 4x4 is definitely recommended to get to the house, as the road is steeper gravel rock and dirt (with a 4x4 mid size we had no issues). Also to note, the house feels off the beaten path so something to consider if you want or not (15 minutes from town but not many other places around and at night feels a little isolated). Overall we had a great stay and Ingrid was very responsive and helpful!

The home was exactly as described and offers beautiful views of the lake! The home is close to La Fortuna and all attractions. The layout worked well for our family (older adult child and two teenagers). Nancy is a great host and gave us good suggestions for things to do! We enjoyed our stay in El Castillo/Lake Arenal area and will be back!

Aqua Vida is simply amazing. Words cannot describe how you’ll feel when you see everything you get with this property. It’s off the main road in La Fortuna but it’s very safe and peaceful. You get all the privacy you want while being 5 minutes away from everything in town. A huge natural spring pool, a covered area where you can cook, have your meals or just hangout, a huge yard to play in, a stream going through the property with beautiful trees and absolutely stunning landscaping. All this and you’re still not even in the house. Book this place. You’ll be happy you did.

This place was absolutely amazing with great views and very clean! The host were 12/10 very responsive and accommodating. Thank you John and Wanda for a great trip.

Overall our stay went well. The host was excellent. The house and everything was just as listed. Here are the things that I didn’t see many reviewers mention so just want to make these things I experienced clear in case someone else like me would find it helpful. 1. I rented a van. The final road to get to the house is very bumpy. You don’t need a 4x4 but I would personally recommend it just for complete piece of mind. Driving on that road at night while it’s raining was a bit scary for me as there are somewhat steep hills and the tires can skid sometimes. I personally would not want to do that again. 2. If it rains, the rains is very loud when it hits the roof. I had no issue. 3. Perhaps it’s dependent on season, but I had to kill multiple crawling bugs. No fault of owner, just how it is in that region. 4. Not very walkable so just prepare accordingly. 5. Water wasn’t warm on my first day. 2nd day it was. Still was a great experience but just be ready.