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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Lake view

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Nuevo Arenal, Tilaran, Guanacaste

Lake Arenal6 min walk
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park36 min drive
Tabacon Hot Springs38 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

The grounds and wrap around deck were wonderful. We spent most of the time on the deck. Steve was most helpful with his ...

Lori K.

Apr 2, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living area

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Amazing Lake Arenal Home Near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano

The exterior of our home inclues a 600 sq. foot covered wraparound porch where we gather, read and paint--even on rainy days (a real plus as we do get warm rain). The interior is all custom made by one of the local artisan contractors, including slotted bamboo kitchen cupboards and custom carved doors and accent pieces. We are also continously adding to our art collection which currently includes several colorful paintings. This truly feels like an inviting home base, from which you can explore the beauty and wonder of Costa Rica.
Sitting on our deck looking over the lake is like being on tropical safari. The area is a serene, magical place to rendezvous with nature. We are 40 minutes from La Fortuna (much closer than many lake homes) and even closer to zip lining, kayaking, horseback riding and gorgeous Volcano Arenal. The house has a spacious, open floor plan and wrap around deck with spectacular views. We enjoy the breeze off the lake, which provides comfort year round. We hope you come enjoy our slice of heaven!

Property manager

Nader Malek

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Lake view

Outdoor space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property has outdoor security cameras and electronic gate as additional security measures but can disable cameras at request of guests.

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 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

About the area

Arenal

Located in Arenal, this holiday home is on a lake. While the natural beauty of Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tabacon Hot Springs. Travelling with kids? Consider FlyZone Wakeboard School and Wellness Park Costa Rica. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Nuevo Arenal, Tilaran, Guanacaste

What's nearby

Lake Arenal - 6 min walk
Arenal Volcano National Park - 32 min drive
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 36 min drive
Tabacon Hot Springs - 38 min drive
Arenal Volcano - 41 min drive

Getting around

La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

‪Café & Macadamia - ‬13 min drive
‪Dond' Liz - ‬35 min drive
‪Moya's Place - ‬4 min walk
‪Le Bistro - ‬13 min drive
‪Soda La Macha - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Lake Arenal Home Near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Lake Arenal Home Near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Lake Arenal Home Near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Lake Arenal Home Near La Fortuna and Arenal Volcano located?

This family-friendly Arenal holiday home is located on a lake, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Arenal, and within 9 mi (15 km) of FlyZone Wakeboard School and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Cavernas de Venado and Venado Caves are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

Lori K., Las Vegas

2 Apr 2024

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

Beautiful lake view property

The grounds and wrap around deck were wonderful. We spent most of the time on the deck. Steve was most helpful with his suggestions and knowledge of the area. The carved wood in the house was exceptional. The nights were a bit warm for us and the hill to get to the property was doable but difficult with a car. Location was great and all the restaurants were fabulous.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

19 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

I highly recommend this property. The large covered tile patio overlooks gorgeous landscaping. The well-appointed main room has a very comfortable, double reclining, leather sofa. The kitchen was clean and well-equipped. The host, Steve, was very pleasant and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rene S., Laramie, Wyoming

14 Jan 2024

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

Good location

We stayed 4 nights here. Nice layout. Two bedrooms, bathroom, open kitchen/living/dining area. TV and Wi-Fi. Hot water all throughout. Stacked washer/dryer in unit. Private. Convenient. Stayed nice and cool. Full kitchen except dishwasher which was fine with us and as expected. Could have benefited from some additional kitchen items but we did fine. Like most of the houses we’ve stayed in on many island vacations, this house was in need of some basic repairs. The only one that was much concern to us was the door latches on the sliding glass doors from the master bedroom to the patio did not latch. We didn’t have any issues with theft but working latches would have added a little peace of mind. A nice addition would be a safe if some sort for valuables. In a country where everyone tells you not to leave any valuables in your car, it’s not terribly realistic to also tell folks to not leave any valuables on the house. Especially on an adventure vacation where water and rain are so ever present and computers, tablets, and smartphones are a way of life for so many.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara N.

26 Dec 2023

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

Spectacular Yard & View

I loved everything about this stay. The caretaker met us at 8:00 at night to take us up to the house. The house was clean and well stocked. The temperature was perfect. The rain was soothing in the evening. The yard was clean and full of fruits. The property was beautiful. The porch creating a wonderful opportunity to view the lake & relax. The house was great! I recommend this property!!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

pam w.

13 Feb 2023

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

beautiful place!

pretty house and property, also fabulous patio to view the lake and enjoy outdoors! very enjoyable stay, we were met by steve the property manager when we arrived and he was very helpful!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

16 Feb 2022

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

Very comfortable home and fantastic views

The vistas are fantastic and there's a nice big porch to enjoy them from. The home is well maintained and stocked with all necessities. The neighbors were friendly (and so were their dogs, which we loved!) Really good restaurants in the area. A lovely place to relax and enjoy the views and relative quiet, and explore the area. The only two issues we had were 1. They are building a new house right next door so noisy during the day. Nothing anyone can do about that. 2. We had problems with the water. Shower was either boiling hot or cold; no warm/in between. We also did not have hot water for one day. That said, the property manager, Steve, was super responsive and very helpful. He did everything he could to get it corrected. We would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivier D., Canada

28 Dec 2021

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

Belle grande maison

La Casa Artistika est un havre de paix, grande et comfortable avec une grande terrasse ayant une vue magnifique sur le lac Arénal. Nous avons eu une très bonne communication avec Steve (la personne responsable sur place).

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Jan 2020

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

Christmas 2019

We enjoyed our three night stay at Casa Artistica while visiting Nuevo Arenal and La Fortuna. The house is situated on a lovely piece of land that overlooks Lake Arenal. We especially enjoyed Christmas Eve dinner at Gingerbread and our full day tour that included hanging bridges, waterfalls, the Arenal volcano, sloth sightings, and hot springs.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ayelet T.

1 Jan 2020

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

Lovely stay in Nuevo Arenal

Beautiful two-bedroom, one bathroom home on a gorgeous property overlooking Lake Arenal. The house has a great wrap-around porch with garden, lake, and mountain views - perfect for watching the sun set and for peaceful reflection. The kitchen is well-stocked and and living area is large and comfortable for a group of 5 - 6. The host gave us excellent recommendations for places to eat in Nuevo Arenal. Las Delicias was a family favorite. We enjoyed our stay in the area. The property is located 45 - 60 minutes away from La Fortuna so plan accordingly for excursions.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martine O., Zionsville, IN

15 Apr 2018

Beautiful home and views

We stayed at casa artistica 5 nights while visiting the Arenal and Lafortuna area. The house is beautiful and has all the amenities one needs for a restful stay. We were traveling with 2 teenagers, who spent much of their time enjoying the wild life while at the house, which was great to see. The house is perfectly located to visit the area, a short drive to Nuevo Arenal where you find all amenities and restaurants and under an hour to Lafortuna where we had adventure tours scheduled. The manager Steve was readily available and very helpful. We would not hesitate to stay here again. Really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

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10/10 Excellent

James W.

21 Feb 2018

Superbly equipped cottage in a splendid location.

Cottage is around 7km from Nuevo arenal heading towards la fortuna. The access road to the cottage is steep and somewhat rough a 4x4 is recommended although a car with high clearance will make it. The house has everything you could possibly need and extra. Steve the property manager was very welcoming and advised us on some local knowledge. For example where to swim in the lake. Although you can't see volcan arenal from the house the view across the lake is stunning. In summary, a lovely house in an excellent location definitely recommended. Some nice artwork from the owners also on the walls. Thanks.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

About the host

Hosted by Nader Malek

We are a professional couple from the San Francisco Bay Area who traveled to Costa Rica in 2008 and fell in love with Lake Arenal. We finally completed our dream home on the lake in the Summer of 2017 and are now opening our doors to share what we have created with those who come to Lake Arenal to relax, getaway and explore this beautiful country. We welcome you with open arms- Bienvenidos a Casa Artistica!

Why they chose this property

Sitting on our deck looking over the lake is like being on tropical safari. It's a serene, magical place where you can rendezvous with nature. We are 40 minutes from La Fortuna, near zip lining, kayaking, horseback riding, hot springs and Volcano Arenal. We're also 10 minutes from the acclaimed Gingerbread Restaurant and the quaint town of Nuevo Arenal. The house has a spacious, open floor plan and wraparound deck with spectacular views. The breeze off the lake provides comfort year round.

What makes this property unique

You can bird watch easily from our deck--or stroll the property and enjoy the abundant fruit of our banana, papaya and lime trees (more fruit trees coming!) We are not directly in town, which is a definite plus as you will experience the raw beauty of the lake and surrounding areas. However, we are only about 1/8 th of a mile off the main road around the lake which makes travel in and out quite easy. We searched long and hard to find the ideal spot for our getaway and we are quite certain that we found it!