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Chalet with exuberant gardens and farm #4 (Bukala Village Lodge)

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Pool
Pool
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7110 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Baldi Hot Springs
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Arenal Volcano
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Chalet with exuberant gardens and farm #4 (Bukala Village Lodge)

Villas Bukala, just a 10-minute drive from La Fortuna, offers an ideal blend of comfort and tranquility. Inside, you can expect a truly exceptional stay with comfortable beds, quality pillows and linens, air conditioning in both bedrooms and common areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private jacuzzi spa. The outdoor spaces offer a refreshing (shared) pool and boast serene gardens, creating a tropical ambiance that invites you to meditate, disconnect, and rediscover yourself.

Don't miss the opportunity to marvel at our beautiful collection of tropical flowers, each representing the mystery and beauty of our tropical paradise. The property features a refreshing water creek, and the sight of birds and butterflies promises an enchanting experience you'll never forget. Relax with a siesta on the hammocks by the creek, enjoying the cool breeze, the soothing sound of flowing water, and the birdsong.

For animal lovers, our little farm area, separate but close to the house, allows you to interact with the protagonists of Villas Bukala; in the farm you can also pickup fresh eggs in the morning for your breakfast.

We prioritize attention to detail, cleanliness, order, and preparation to ensure your stay exceeds expectations. Come and visit us – we're thrilled to be your hosts and share this paradise with you!

*Help with tour information and reservations is also available.
*Ask for the private chef.

Property manager

Magdalena Murillo
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
You can smoke out site the house

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 3101722798

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Peñas Blancas

Located in Peñas Blancas, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. 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. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal 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, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Arenal Adventure World - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 17 min drive - 13.9 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 18 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 34 min drive - 26.8 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chante Verde - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Chifa La Familia Feliz - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Soda Gusticol - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pollos Pequi - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chalet with exuberant gardens and farm #4 (Bukala Village Lodge) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chalet with exuberant gardens and farm #4 (Bukala Village Lodge)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chalet with exuberant gardens and farm #4 (Bukala Village Lodge)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Chalet with exuberant gardens and farm #4 (Bukala Village Lodge) located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Children's Eternal Rainforest, Arenal Adventure World and El Salto Fortuna River. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and La Fortuna Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona T.

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

Fabulous and very private

Beautiful, very well maintained grounds. Well stocked kitchen. Loved sitting in our private hot tub on the deck looking out at the tropical plants and hearing the creek babbling. Max was very available and extremely helpful getting us the tours that we wanted. We enjoyed the fresh eggs from the farm and coffee in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara K.

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

Private, beautiful, close to La Fortuna

Had a lovely experience. Beautiful property, comfortable space. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

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

Great stay, great value

Lovely property a short drive outside of La Fortuna. We were very happy with everything, and found that we were a short trip from everything we wanted to see and do. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin H.

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

Very nice place, great diverse gardens, nice pool, clean.

Clean, roomy enough for 4-6 nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina g., Parker, CO

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

Beautiful property

Beautiful well kept boutique hotel. We loved the villa. Kids were ecstatic about little farm next door and a creek on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K., Chicago

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

Terrific place and better host

The place was great and our host had terrific recommendations and made the stay a real treat. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Katheryn H.

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

Beautiful landscaping

The view is a garden from the deck and we saw a lot of small birds. It was so beautiful! It was so easy to work with the staff and they helped us book some things in town and were very communicative before and during our stay. Everyone was very kind. The house was what we were expecting though fisheye lens photos distort so much. The master bath was tiny. The hot tub worked somewhat but we couldn't get the jets to do more. The water did not get very hot in the showers and the house we were in was next to a busy road. It is a drive into La Fortuna but it wasn't far.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Henri M.

Very nice villa! Perfect to explore the la fortuna area

Very nice villa! Clean, modern and spacious villa. Excellent to explore the la fortuna area. Everything is there to make your stay relaxing and good!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Rainforest Oasis

The place was idyllic, conveniently located but peacefully situated outside of town. Max was extremely attentive and responsive. We saw toucans, hummingbirds, and loads of basilisks. It was perfect for my creature loving children!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday vacation

Well maintained property and daily farm eggs were delicious. Check in process was a little delayed but once we connected it went very smoothly. Max was on sight and answered any questions we had. Unit was clean and comfortable. Only downside was a lack of closet space or bathroom counter space. Overall an amazing time amd very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Honour I.

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

Very Nice Property

This casita was well equipped and comfortable. We loved the hot tub and the pool and the garden especially. The only downside is that it is a drive from the activities in the area but that was also what I liked about it. The drive was beautiful and La Fortuna has grown into a chaotic party town in the past five years so it was good to escape to a serene spot after a day of adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

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

Beautiful Gardens

Great place to stay near La Fortuna attractions. Easy access to activities. Amazing gardens to explore. Pool was crystal clear. Quiet setting, away from the business of town. House was perfect for our family of 5, lots of space to spread out. Max is a true gem! All his recommendations for activities and places to eat were excellent. We felt very well looked after.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Lovely house with amazing amenities!

We loved our stay at villa bukala. We only stayed there for one night but wished our stay was much longer! The house is clearly new and has really nice amenities like AC in the bedrooms, hot water for the showers and an amazing covered porch so you can sit outside when it is raining and look out on the beautiful garden. Check in was super easy even though we were a little later than expected. The only downside is the road to get to the house, it is pretty rough and takes a while to drive down in a rental car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Comfortable Home, Spectacular Grounds, Close to Everything

We stayed in one of four modern, comfortable homes on this property, which includes a small farm. Each home has a large private hot tub. The shared swimming pool and creek-side hammocks were great. Fresh eggs from the resident hens were delicious. The grounds are beautifully maintained. Lush, natural landscaping filled with flowering plants provides privacy for each house. We saw many birds and even a basilisk lizard as we walked the garden paths. The property is in a quiet rural neighborhood very close to La Fortuna, the Arenal hiking trails, hot springs, and other activities. Max was always available and extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lani D.

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

La Fortuna

We just left La Fortuna to begin the next part of our Costa Rica trip and every time I leave I want to cry . It’s such a beautiful part of an amazing country . We had a great stay at this sweet bungalow! Loved walking around and looking at all of the amazing plants and birds right off our deck in the gardens surrounding property . The house was cleaned everyday when we returned from our excursions , the beds were very comfortable with soft sheets and nice pillows . I slept awesome . House had everything we needed and the Hot tub and pool were added bonuses that we loved using everyday . House is centrally located to everything. We would absolutely stay here again !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S.

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

Paradise

This place was everything I expected and more from the reviews. We booked it almost solely based on Max and he lived up to the hype. He booked everything for us before we arrived! The location is perfect, far enough from town to feel like your really experiencing the country and close enough that you can go back and forth, 15 minutes one way to town. Fortuna is amazing with lots of good restaurants and activities. I 100% would stay here again. The grounds are kept immaculate and beautiful. There is a housekeeper daily and a night guard. Each unit has a security system and there is a gate into the community. While I appreciate the security, the surrounding area doesn’t feel unsafe at all, so quaint and so beautiful. Book it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Lynne G.

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

Beautiful retreat

Our stay has been amazing, such a fantastic place to visit. The location is remote, 15 minute drive into centre of town. A car is a must have. We truly enjoyed the activities and beauty of the area. The property manager Max was amazing, don't book ahead get your excursions through him. He is very informative & you will get a better price, guaranteed. The home it wonderful as well, has everything you need & is well maintained & very clean. The hot tub was a nice bonus especially after hiking for the day. The grounds are beautiful, enjoying sitting on deck listening to the birds surrounded by such lush gardens. We did not give a 5* rating only because the wifi is very slow. I had asked prior to booking and was assured it was very good. My husband and I both run our own businesses so it is important we stay connected. There are no closets or dressers in the bedrooms so you have no where to put your clothes. All in all, an amazing experience & would certainly recommend that you visit. Thank you Max.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rose B., Melbourne, Fl

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

Slice of Paradise

It has been one of the best vacations my family of 5 ever had. The Villa was beautifully landscaped, we loved the plants, flowers and trees surrounding the Villa where birds were always flying around. I’m a plant lover and this is one of the reasons why I chose this villa, totally exceeded my expectations. At the end of an active day, it’s so relaxing to dip in the hot tub. There’s a huge Porterweed plant by the hot tub that hummingbirds loved to visit everyday, it was so enchanting. We were surrounded by the sound of rainforest day and night. Max, our host became our private tour organizer, very quick communication via WhatsApp, he booked us with the best companies and tour guide. Our tour guide at our volcanic tour, Yeudy was very knowledgeable and brought a telescope so we could do birdwatching. Thank you so much Max for booking all our tours and private shuttle. They also provided us with a private chef Lucia and Juan, who prepared delightful dishes we truly enjoyed. They made our breakfast and dinner for the whole duration of our stay. My girls were raving about her Carbonara and they joked that their little brother gets “gourmet chicken” each night as a special request. We loved the freshly made juices- papaya, mangoes, fruit punch. The place is very secure which was also very important for me. The house has an alarm and safety box and there’s a gate to enter the little village. Thank you for giving us the end unit Villa as we had plenty of space to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Vanessa D.

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

Restorative space

Management was very responsive and wonderful. When we ran into a snafu with our travel schedule & needed to extend our stay they did so seamlessly. The space was comfortable and was perfect for our family of four. About 15-20 min from La Fortuna Main Street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenden H.

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

The best place we stayed in Costa Rica

We had an absolutely perfect stay here. We stayed in 5 different VRBO properties during our trip to Costa Rica and my wife and I both agree: this was the best one. We stayed in the 4th house which has its own private hot tub on the deck. The kids had a great time playing in the pool. The grounds were immaculate and beautiful. Max was so kind, helpful, and attentive. It was very easy to communicate with him via WhatsApp (which if you don't use it now, download it before your trip because everyone in Costa Rica uses it) and he was always super quick to reply. The house itself was immaculately clean. It fit our family of 5 (two adults and 3 kids) perfectly and it was great having a full kitchen. The beds were comfortable and the A/C kept everything comfortable. This property is located far enough away from things that it's quiet but close enough to the city that you can easily get to food, groceries, and activities. When we visit Costa Rica again, we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

Chillaxing

Beautiful accommodations, property, and friendly host. Located approximately 12 mins from La Fortuna. Close to Arenal, Mystico suspension bridges, and La Fortuna Catarata (waterfall). Through Max (the friendly host) we hired Victor, a private guide (506-8758-6363). Victor is knowledgeable and humourous (with a reasonable price) - if in La Fortuna we highly recommend him for a guided tour. If heading to La Fortuna, and you have rented a car - this is your place to stay - hands down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Perfect place for our family

Our family of 5 absolutely loved our stay here. The home had everything we needed and more. It was beautiful, modern and very clean. We loved our private hot tub overlooking the gorgeous gardens! Kids enjoyed the pool. Max was the best! He was extremely helpful with booking adventures for us and giving recommendations. He is terrific! We would highly reccommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay G., Gaithersburg

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

Excellent condition with a jungle garden view

We ha da a great time at Bukala Village. Max and Ingrid were very accommodating; helping us book zip line and thermal water tour as well as being present at most any time for other little questions that came up. The beautiful common area was carefully thought out- large, polarized windows overlooking the amazing garden, walkways to the inviting pool, a pre-programmed whirlpool on our porch just underneath an extra large umbrella. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only downside I can mention is that the rooms were not big enough to include a closet. Other than that, the place is just gorgeous and well worth its price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Pure Paradise!

We had the most amazing time and experience staying at Bukala Village for our first family trip to Costa Rica. The pictures don’t do this place justice for how real and natural the environment is around it and how well kept the inside is. We were so impressed by the host, Max, and how welcoming and helpful he was during our stay. Our positive experience was made because of him and his kindness. He was there with a smile to greet us after our first long travel day, and each day coming back to our place afterward. When we had questions about things to do/recommendations or about the Costa Rican culture, Max was genuinely happy to help us and assist in navigating our trip itinerary. If we had a question or concern about the place specifically, Max would promptly come over to assist. Our first trip to Costa Rica was remarkable because we chose this place to stay and had Max as our host! He positively impacted our group more than he knows. :) We highly recommend staying here. This experience doesn’t compare to others! We hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelby C.

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

Excellent

Everything was as advertised. The property was great as well as Max. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by Magdalena Murillo

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Welcome to Bukala Village Lodge, your perfect getaway in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Nestled amidst lush landscapes with stunning views of the Arenal Volcano, our property offers cozy, fully equipped villas featuring jacuzzis, pools, a farm, and beautiful gardens. Each villa is designed to provide maximum comfort, making it an ideal retreat for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Enjoy personalized activity planning and immerse yourself in the beauty and excitement of the region. Book with us for an unforgettable Costa Rican experience.

Why they chose this property

This property was built thinking in our guests.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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