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Great option for families in La Fortuna
Amazing property with private pool just 1 mile from downtown La Fortuna
Amazing property with private pool just 1 mile from downtown La Fortuna
Amazing property with private pool just 1 mile from downtown La Fortuna
Living room with A/C unit

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 17399.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Arenal Adventure World
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • La Fortuna Waterfall
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway

Excellent property located 1 mile from downtown La Fortuna, the house is a great option for families traveling together, friends and couples. There is 5 bedrooms with A/C, also a central unit located in the living room and kitchen area will keep you fresh and cool after the daily adventures and 3.5 bathrooms. Besides the swimming pool area surrounded by beautiful gardens with tropical flowers, great view of the Arenal Volcano from the house.

A large house located just 2 minutes away from town (Driving), located in a very secluded, private and secure neighborhood; where you can relax and enjoy the comfort that all areas of the house give you. There are 5 rooms so is an excellent option for family meetings or friends meeting, even we can a plan an event in the open areas. You will have everything you want taking this property for you next Costa Rica vacation.

Bedroom distribution:
Room 1: King sized bed, bunk bed single (2 single beds) and full bathroom.
Room 2: Double bed, single bed, bunk bed single (2 single beds) and full bathroom.
Room 3: Double bed and single bed
Room 4: Double bed and single bed
Room 5: Bunk bed - Two single beds
***Room 3, 4 and 5 are in the second floor and share 1 full bathroom.

***Maximum people staying in the house is 17, however the base rate per night is for 10 people, each additional person will have an extra cost of US$25 per person per night so please add the total of people staying to get the correct amount to pay.

We offer FREE PLANNING SERVICE for your transportation and tours in La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area, just let us know what you would like to do and we will help you to organize your vacations in our country with excellent rates and service. Once you book our property we will send you a detailed document with information about activities, transportation and more things about La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area.

MEAL SERVICES
Option 1: Guiselle Homemade Cook, Guiselle's little restaurant is just 30 seconds walk from the house in the same property; she has a little restaurant where she serves different local dishes, you can order different dishes or just one for everyone. Once you confirm your reservation you will get the information about this service and the Menu.

Option 2:
Chef Services with Nativo Chef

Hi my name is Sergio Brenes I’m a chef with over 15 years of experience. I fell in love with cooking thanks to my grandma. I started Nativo Chef 2 years ago so you can enjoy local quality food from your Airbnb.

Breakfast includes coffee, orange juice and fresh fruit from $35. Lunch and dinner are both 3 courses with a cocktail included from $80. We have kids, veggie and gluten free options.

We also have a bartender service, cocktail classes and cooking classes. We’re happy to work on special menus for you.

We’d love you to experience and enjoy Costa Rican food and it would be a pleasure to serve you.

Property manager

Home Vacations La Fortuna
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
No parties of any kind are allowed on the property, you can have music in moderation and respect for neighboring properties.
After 10 PM any type of music/noise have to stop. People not reported in the reservation will have an extra charge.
Do not smoke inside the house, there is a lot of space in the gardens and throw the cigarette butt in the trash.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, this villa is in the city centre and near theme parks. 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 - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 8 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 23 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Arábigos Coffee House - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arenal Family Home - Families & Friends Getaway located?

Located in the heart of La Fortuna, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World. La Fortuna Park and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 91 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

NICKI H.

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

Family vacation

Great place to stay!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hal M.

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

Great home for large group.

Nice pool area with fire pit. More privacy than photos suggest. Do take advantage of Giselles food right next door.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

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

Family vacation

A great and amazing space indoor and outdoor alongside a wonderful host! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Great place

This was perfect for our family of nine. It very close to the water hole that everyone likes to swim in. It was walking distance to a couple restaurants. The kitchen had plenty of supplies and room for everyone. The host was on site and was very friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan C.

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

Amazing family location

We had the best time here. We had a group of 11 including 6 adults and 5 kids from 3 to 8 years old. The pool isn't deep so it worked really well with the kids. The operators of the property are really responsive over WhatsApp and helped us get some good deals on tours. The proximity to town is also really convenient with a short walk or 1000 colones for an Uber.Would highly recommend this location and we had an amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

great family home base while in La Fortuna

beautiful home in safe neighborhood with very gracious host
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared W.

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

Great place on the edge of town!

The house was great, we managed to fit 13 people without much issue! Location was great, only a minute from downtown La Fortuna. The outdoor space was amazing, our kids basically lived at the pool and we enjoyed cooking on the open grill under the covered portico. The house was super clean, we would definitely recommend staying here if you need a large house close to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy M.

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

Great house for families with many beds and space to hang out.

Huge lot, many fun outdoor spaces for everyone. Grass area, pool, lounging area. Lots of tables. Loved having a washer and dryer. Especially in the rainforest.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Great Home!

We loved our stay at Arenal Family Home. It is in a great location, and the onsite restaurant was really good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Keith P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Best for families with small kids

The house is extremely dated and Furniture not in great condition. Master bath has one sink, one light bulb in entire room and luke warm water to tub that is a shower only.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

Very nice house

Very nice property. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Lakewood, Colorado USA

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

Wonderful property for families

We stayed here with two other families and it was perfect. The shallow pool offered them ease for swimming, and the house was located close to downtown and other amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

V S.

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

Great home for your family

Great communication before we arrived and throughout stay. Check in very thorough. Beds we used were all comfortable. Location very convenient. Area felt safe plus gate around property. Pool very fun, nice, and clean. Great food around town and Mystico Hanging bridges were really fun!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanu S.

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

Awesome

Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie j.

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

Wonderful Stay in La Fortuna

Our entire family enjoyed our stay. The property was exactly as described - very roomy and super convenient to everything in La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

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

Great for a large group

This property is great for a large group - plenty of indoor and outdoor space. The property caretakers were so helpful and kind!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Cheri S.

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

Lovely home

We enjoyed our stay here. The owner was very kind and helpful. Management company was a little difficult to get a hold of and slow to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce K.

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

great experience

We very much enjoyed our stay . It was exactly what we were hoping for . Very clean and plenty big . . Thank yiou
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Great family house

We had a wonderful stay. Our group of 9 people had 4 kids aged 4-7 and the pool area was perfect for them! There are plenty of beds and seating area in the house to accommodate quite large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Salena B., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!!

We enjoyed our stay! Nice house. Close to town and the rope swing!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Kate

Exactly what we hoped to find… a centrally located place with access to all the things we wanted to do in the area and a comfy spot for the family to spend our downtime. Communication was great, hosts were responsive, neighbors were quiet. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marki J.

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

Great place in La Fortuna

The host was extremely nice and accommodating to our large party. The pool and large house with lots of sleeping areas was perfect for our large family gathering! We loved the outdoor area and the homemade meals!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

monika k.

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

Monika

Perfect location in La Fortuna. Close to the attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Perfect getaway

Everything was so organized for our stay in La Fortuna. The bus from the airport, check-in, delicious meals on the property to the tours that we requested were all perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy D.

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

Beautiful home!

While we kept ourselves busy throughout the days of our stay, it was so nice to come back to a relaxing and comfortable house in Fortuna. The house and outdoor space were perfect for our group, and provided entertainment for everyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Home Vacations La Fortuna

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Our names are Eder Cruz & Allen Murillo, two good friends that have more than 15 years of experience working in tourism in La Fortuna, we grew up La Fortuna and decided to work together creating Home Vacations La Fortuna on May 2015, our main goal: Make things easier and simple for our guest.
On 2018 we create The House of Tours to provide our guests the best experiences during their stay in La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area, we have the best tours and transportation services/rates in the area.

We manage/own about 40 properties in La Fortuna, we have a wide variety of options: private bedrooms, apartments, cabins, homes and villas up to 16 people some of them with private pool, hot tubs, nice opens areas, creeks nearby and more facilities. Over this years we have met lot of people which is one of the best things about working in tourism, every day we work very hard to make our guest happy so our business has been very successful thanks to the good reviews that we get from them.

Adding The House of Tours we hire Alonso Esquivel which is a expert tour guide and he works with us in the office so we can offer anything you need in La Fortuna, we have an office in downtown La Fortuna where we meet our guest so you don’t have to go around looking your property just get to our office and we will guide you to your place.

Once you book with us you will have access to our Drive Carpet with Check In information, general information about La Fortuna, restaurants recommendations, amazing discounts in all activities, special packages, rent a car with Adobe (The best one in Costa Rica), shuttles services from anyplace in Costa Rica and more detailed information to make things easier for you; if you have questions of anything you need just send us a message a we will get back to you very soon.

Why they chose this property

Centrally location just 1 km from downtown La Fortuna, which makes a property close by to everything but a bit away so you can relax and enjoy your vacations.

What makes this property unique

Comfortable, quiet, private and location are the best of this unique property

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests