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20 minutes from La Fortuna, a Family-Sized House W/ Nice Porch for Bird-watching

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Exterior
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Terrace/patio
Living area
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4119.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Alajuela
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Arenal Volcano
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Peaceful Siesta

1 King Bed

White Ginger

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

20 minutes from La Fortuna, a Family-Sized House W/ Nice Porch for Bird-watching

If you are looking for a place to stay that is far from the tourist crowds and close to nature, this house is perfect for you. This newly built house blends concrete walls with high wooden ceilings, creating a spacious and comfortable atmosphere. You will love relaxing on the porch, enjoying your morning coffee, or chatting with your companions while watching the colorful local birds.

The house has two bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a queen-size bed. It can accommodate a small family or a couple who want to have some privacy. The house is equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, such as Wi-Fi, TV, kitchen, and bathroom.

The house is located in a rural area where you can experience the authentic flavor of Costa Rican culture. You can interact with the friendly locals, who will welcome you with their hospitality and warmth. You can also taste the delicious Costa Rican dishes at the nearby restaurants, which offer quality food at reasonable prices.

The house is only a twenty-minute drive from downtown La Fortuna, where you can find all the necessary facilities and attractions. You can visit the famous Arenal Volcano, enjoy the hot springs, go on a zip-line adventure, or explore the rainforest. There are plenty of activities to suit your preferences and budget.

Don’t miss this opportunity to have an unforgettable vacation in Costa Rica. Book this house today and get ready to experience the beauty and culture of this fantastic country.

Property manager

Jose Rojas
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Important information

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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 in a rural area. While the natural beauty of La Fortuna Waterfall and Arenal Volcano National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Baldi Hot Springs. Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and Arenal Adventure World are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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La Fortuna, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 18 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 17.5 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 23 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 34 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Soda Y Fruteria Mi Tata - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Soda Gusticol - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pollos Pequi - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Perla - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 20 minutes from La Fortuna, a Family-Sized House W/ Nice Porch for Bird-watching pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 20 minutes from La Fortuna, a Family-Sized House W/ Nice Porch for Bird-watching?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 20 minutes from La Fortuna, a Family-Sized House W/ Nice Porch for Bird-watching?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 20 minutes from La Fortuna, a Family-Sized House W/ Nice Porch for Bird-watching located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Puentes Colgantes del Arenal, La Fortuna Park and Children's Eternal Rainforest. El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin D.

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

Outstanding property and host

Jose was great to communicate with and they were very helpful. We had a SIM card issue, and Were very greatful for there assistance. Initially I was unsure of the location, but it turned out to be perfect for us. Thanks again for sharing this home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica S., Arvada, Colorado

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

Good house, so much to do in LA Fortuna

There is SO many fun things to do within a 20 minute drive from this property! We had a really great time staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quinn D.

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

The Perfect Stay

Jose is a great host. The house is beautiful and well-appointed. We love staying out of the busy town but being close enough to drive in. Jose showed us around his property and shared his love and knowledge of his country. Highly recommend and would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Wow!!!!

Totally exceeded our expectation, communication with the owner was impeccable. Scarlett Macaws flew over every morning tree frogs at night. I would stay there again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

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

Best Experience Ever

My husband and I only had a few days to get away so we booked our stay with Jose! First of all, the house is ABSOLUTELY beautiful and Jose helped us book all of the activities we did while in Costa Rica. I would book this again in a heart beat and getting to love on Dexter was the cheery on top! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck S.

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

Outstanding in every way!

Jose was helpful in every direction! He made sure we knew how to locate his home even arriving late! Being a tour guide he assisted us in tours, restaurants, etc. The home was quiet, beautiful location that tucans and & parrots also visited. Located near rain forest and places to see!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

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

First trip to Costa Rica

Small but very comfortable with all of the needed appliances and basic equipment. Used the kitchen daily. Grocery restaurants and multiple Paan (baked goodies) shops near but in a neighborhood area that was friendly and quiet at night, at least after 9pm. Jose was great. Very friendly and helpful We had a great trip! Thanks Jose
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chetan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable house with a small forest and garden. Jose is a great host. Showed us a sloth and Iguana on the property. His dog Dexter entertained our boys along with a neighbor dog. House is around 6 miles from La Fortuna. We had a car, so it worked out well for us.

10/10 Excellent

Gaetan F., Repentigny

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

Great location to discover Costa Rica!

This was our first trip to Costa Rica and we were not disappointed. Prior to arrival, we contacted Jose several times to find out places to visit, the nearest beach, a golf course where we could play. Jose always quick to respond which allows us to plan our trip well. The house was simply amazing! The house is really big, well equipped and as presented on the website. Thanks to Jose for all his suggestions for restaurants and activities. He is a great host!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert Z.

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

Just stay here!!!!

Do yourself a favor and get out of the hustle and bustle of Tourist Town (La Fortuna) and stay at this gem of a spot. Jose has created an oasis not even ten minutes from the city so you can still enjoy that scene for the day if you want. There are bakery's, pubs and restaurants within a three minute drive of his place, but at the property we saw sloths, multitudes of birds and Dexter the friendliest dog ever. The house was absolutely immaculate and beautiful, and if you want to ACTUALLY experience Costa Rican culture, this is the place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Auri W.

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

An Impeccable Blessing

My partner and I stayed for just under two weeks and we enjoyed every second. It is located in a well-located, safe part of town. We loved being able to go for jogs in the morning, bird watching in the afternoon, or listening to the rain in the evening. Jose was masterful and extremely kind-hearted. My favorite was the beautiful (+ hot) shower and modern kitchen with everything a foodie could ask for (including an apron!). This truly felt like a blessed couples retreat for us. Thank you Jose- from the top and bottom of our hearts. (If this place is available, don't hesitate- just book!)
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Qin R.

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

Beautiful place to stay

We all like it. It's a nice house and kids can have their own room. A little isolated but have washer and dryer for washing clothes every day! I personally think it is better than the expensive resort we stayed for the rest of the trip. However, you do need a car to stay here. Unfortunately, renting a car is tricky in costa rica. The car we have is OK but head light is weak. We couldn't see clearly so couldn't drive much after dark.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley L.

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

Loved it

We stayed here 4/14/24 thru 4/17/24. The home is beautiful, clean, and looks brand new. It was fully furnished with every kitchen appliance and utensil you could possibly need, even a corkscrew. Nice tiled bathroom and plenty of hot water for showers. The full size washer/dryer was a nice bonus as well. Bedroom were good size and the beds were comfortable. Extra towels and linens in the laundry area. You could easily sleep 4-5 people here. Air conditioners in the bedrooms and ceiling fans in all rooms, the whole house cooled off nicely. The home is in Los Angeles, a short drive to La Fortuna and less than 45 mins from Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges. We had dinner several times in Los Angeles and felt safe in the area. Jose was an amazing host, easy to contact and quick communication with any questions. We would definitely rent this home again, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Super logement, tout est propre, plusieurs petits trucs pratiques vraiment super! Pour bien profiter, considérer apporter de la nourriture et se faire à manger sur place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M., Atlanta,GA

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

What an amazing stay!

I can't say enough about our time at Jose's lovely home. The entire experience was so enjoyable and flawless. The house is impeccable and very clean. You have everything that you will need to stay and very well appointed throughout the home. We were so close to everything that we visited while in the La Fortuna area. Jose is a wealth of knowledge and gave us some amazing recommendations in La Fortuna and for our next stop of Monteverde! The property is so nice with plenty of foliage and wildlife. We were so happy that this was our first stop in Costa Rica and was able to experience Pura Vida! Also Jose's dog Dexter is such a sweet and amazing dog and so lovely to have around the proerty! Thanks so much Jose!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenna D.

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

This was very pleasant place to stay. Jose is a great host and we also loved his dog Dexter!

We enjoyed being right outside of La Fortuna and having some distance from the people, noise, etc. You will need a car if you stay here. The house has everything you need and is very clean and spacious. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is set up so you can make your meals if you like. It was also nice to be able to do laundry when needed. The dog Dexter is soooo sweet and I got my dog fix while being away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayla C.

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

Amazing property, amazing Host!

José and his beautiful home were absolutely delightful! We stayed for 5 days while visiting the Arenal area and we will most definitely be back. The house itself had everything you need, the beds were comfortable, and the laundry was a huge plus for families like us who are off to another location. The location was about 15 mins from fortuna, and right in the middle of any adventure you want to take. José was easy to reach by text and arranged a fantastic white water tour for us and he even arranged that they would pick us up right at the house!! He and his sweet puppy Dexter were so great! We will recommend this home to anyone visiting the area! Thanks so much from Evan, Kayla and Chaseton!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

danieys e., Usa

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

En casa

Nuestra familia quiere expresar nuestra sincero y entusiasta agradecimiento y aprecio a Jose por su atencion , muy servicial , atento con nosotros . Donde disfrutamos de su hermosa casa . Si quiere sentirse como en su propia casa les recomiendo esta propiedad cerca a supermercados, farmacia, a todos los lugares turisticos del area donde con jose se pueden comunicar en cualquier momento con preguntas y el muy amable te responded realmente fue una experiencia incredible we planing to go again ✌🏽👏👌.thanks jose
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Comfortable house with excellent host

Beautiful new property. Perfect for our needs. Very comfortable all round, especially the bed !!!! Very well equipped kitchen. Lovely to see the sloth and birds in the garden. The guide books for birds and plants were very useful. Jose was a very attentive and helpful host. Even greeted us with a bottle of red wine.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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

Beautiful house, peaceful location

We are a family of four and recently stayed for 4 nights. This house was well outfitted with everything we needed, making it truly feel like a "home away from home". The furnishings all seemed very new, in excellent condition, including everything from the mattresses to dinnerware. The house was exceptionally clean. The home is located on a short side street, and the nearby houses were also well-maintained. We loved sitting outside on the porch in the evening - it was peaceful and quiet, and NO mosquitos! We were only a few minutes outside La Fortuna, but enough to escape the crowds and noise of that town. The owner was especially kind and personable and went above and beyond in taking care of us. There was so much to do in Arenal and 4 days wasn't enough to experience it all. We hope to be back one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leroy H.

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

Excellent property, recommend it highly.

House is only one year old. Plenty of room for a family. Extremely clean. The kitchen even has a garbage disposal and the dishwasher, which we have not seen in Costa Rica before. There are actually three rooms for sleeping.One bedroom has a sliding glass door into another room with a bed.Perfect for watching your children.. Jose, himself, designed this house. His attention to detail is exquisite. The house itself is located roughly 6miles outside of La Fortuna and a semi rural area. You’ll go down a dirt road off the regular asphalt road about a block or so to the home. There are a few houses around , However, very quiet. There is a sloth in the tree right adjacent to the house, like 10 feet away. Really neat to see it. Jose lives in a beautiful cabin about 75 feet behind the house, but really private. We were both so pleased with the experience, that we both wanted to take time to write about this property. Here is my wife’s comments following this:::::: We were a couple traveling from the United states to Costa Rica for the first time. From the start José was very attentive to any of our questions or concerns. Jose attention to detail with his home is superb. I can not think of anything he left out. Kitchen fully equipped. Even has a dish washer. Great laundry room. Beds are very comfortable. Jose had a lovely bottle of red wine and beer waiting. Coffee and tea for guests. We love to be part of the culture we are traveling to and Jose home is located with that in mind. It is not in the middle of touristy things. Takes about 10 minutes to attractions you may want to do. Bonus for us was Jose is also a tour guide. After conversations about some next adventures we were struggling with. Jose took care of it all. Set us up to enjoy the experience. Sad to say we do not speak Spanish. Jose is fluent in English. We thank you for enhancing the LaFortuna part of our journey.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

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

Great new house for stay right outside of La Fortuna

My family and I stayed for 2 nights in this nice house. We are a family of 5. We have three small children and everyone felt right at home. It took us 10 -15 minutes to get to where all the restaurants are in La Fortuna. An easy drive. A bonus was there was a sloth that was in the trees above the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jose Rojas

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We’re a family who fell in love with the serene beauty of this area and decided to share our little slice of paradise with others. From sunrise bird-watching on the porch to exploring nearby La Fortuna, we cherish every moment here. We love hosting because it allows us to meet incredible people from all walks of life and share the magic of this place. Whether you're seeking adventure or a peaceful retreat, we aim to provide a welcoming and memorable stay.

Why they chose this property

The property was purchased in 2006 with the dream of having a perfect place to retire. Construction began in April 2018, and by October 2018, our dream home was ready to be lived in. However, retirement isn't in the cards for us just yet. Instead of keeping this wonderful place to ourselves, we decided to open our doors and let you enjoy it, too. Our home is filled with love, nature, and peace; we hope you'll find it as enchanting as we do.

We don't care about having large crowds; instead, we care about those who truly appreciate the dedication of a Costa Rican family to keep the place in good condition. We take great pride in maintaining our home, and we hope our guests will value the effort we put into creating a comfortable and inviting space.

What makes this property unique

The house is located in a tranquil place with friendly neighbors. It is an excellent place to rest, and the many trees surrounding the home open a superb possibility for spotting different kinds of birds.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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