Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River | House in Nuevo Arenal

10.0 (86 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  7 Guests
Aguacate House | Private Villa is Paradise with Tropical Gardens & Rain Forest Trail by River

2 Bedroom House in Aguacate, Nuevo Arenal

Costa Rica Lake View Villa on Lake Arenal- Private Rainforest Reserve
The private Villa offers a unique setting not found with other rentals in the Lake Arenal area. Our property is located on a 20 acre private estate with no other homes in sight. Walking to the shore from the lake access road is a 15 min hike down hill. The villa is part of a rain forest preserve that has a spring fed stream leads to the lake, hiking trails in the jungle canopy and a water cascade running through the tropical gardens.
The house is a 2 story, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that sleeps up to 7 guests. It has a view of the lake from the balcony, patio and every room. The second story master suite has its own private entrance and balcony. Relax and vacation at our rental home where you can walk to the lake and enjoy sunsets, bird watching, fishing and the sounds of the rain forest. The Villa includes not only a beautiful place to stay but also a 10 Point Wellness Walk on one acre property. The NEW 10 Point Wellness Walk has trail markers to help connect you with nature on the guided paths created for your health and well-being. Read on for more details.
For more photos, videos and info go to CostaRicaLakeViewVilla.com
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Additional highlights:
The CR Lakeview Villa is located in the cool rainforest mountains of Costa Rica on the north end of Lake Arenal as part of a large estate. The Villa is the perfect place for a romantic getaway, where you can replenish your soul. A great place you and your family can use as a home base as you explore the northern part of Costa Rica for day trips and excursions to nearby sights and attractions.
The Villa is a two story house that sleeps up to 7 guests with a unique design. The downstairs has living room, dining area, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and laundry room with large porch. The upper level has a separate private entrance for the master bedroom suite that offers amenities with kitchenette and dining area, combined living area, bathroom and a veranda. From the veranda upstairs you have a perfect view of the lake, the wind turbines, the numerous birds and at night the lights of Tronadora across the lake. Here you will enjoy a spectacular setting at this rain forest retreat with incredible views of Lake Arenal and the surrounding mountains. The house is set in the mountains on the edge of a stream so we get the cool morning and evening breezes as well as the relaxing sounds of the running water. You can certainly leave your heart at our Costa Rica Lake View Villa.
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Property Features:
NEW! A visit to our Costa Rican home on the edge of Lake Arenal and the rain forest and stream will give you the opportunity to disconnect from technology and your stressful life. Enjoy the 10 point guided trail to help disconnect from daily stresses at our wellness destinations. Begin with View of Lake Arenal, then the Butterfly Table, Bench of Serenity, Tai Chi Pool, Memorial Spring, Spring Fed Stream, Pond of Peace Cascade, Rain Forest Bathing Bench, Fork in the Mountain Stream, and finally Enchanted Tree. A one or two hour journey on the 10 Point Wellness Walk will help you to unplug from technology and other life situations so that you can de-stress and relax. The rain forest and laid back lifestyle are ideal for any traveler in need of a digital reset and a little rest and relaxation from the technology that permeates modern life.
Once you leave the comfort of the home you will find extensive hiking trails on our own private nature reserve within the rain forest canopy with streams, ponds and waterfalls to relax by as well as abundant wildlife and flora/fauna. It is like entering another world. You can follow the stream down to the Arenal lake shore or follow a trail through the property to the edge of the lake to discover the beautiful coves where you can enjoy the lake. This is one of the few rental properties that has direct Lake Arenal access with just a few minutes walk to the lakeshore from the house.
Jungle treks through the rain forest is an eco-adventure of a lifetime with miles of manicured trails available on the estate. The sounds and images of this rainforest preserve are all part of the experience of staying at the Lake View Villa. Imagine waking up to the sounds of running water from the hillside water features and the stream, the unique howling of the howler monkeys, and dozens of birds making their morning sounds as they explore the trees surrounding the house. Bird watching in this temperate zone climate offers as many as 300 different species of birds in Costa Rica. We have seen keel billed toucans, tanagers, parrots, hummingbirds, red legged honeycreepers, hawks and a virtual potpourri of colorful feathered friends eating at the nearby bird perch. ( See the photos).
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Exploring the Area:
If you choose to leave the property, the town of Nuevo (New) Arenal is only about a 10 minute drive from the Villa and has changed little in the past 20 years. It remains a typical Costa Rican village with just enough grocery stores, bakeries, bars and restaurants to serve the community Here you can make your food purchases as there are two fully equipped kitchens where you can cook at home. A few minutes’ walk from the property is The Rana German Restaurant where you can feast on great food and see a collection of poison dart frogs. There are many great restaurants in Nuevo Arenal where you can enjoy the delicious pizza at Moyas, gourmet food at the Gingerbread, breakfast at Lucky Bug or typical Costa Rican food at Las Delicias or Las Tinejas.
After exploring it is great to get back to the cooler comfort of the house so you can relax for the evening watching the sun set or a movie. There is a large collection of DVD’s for your enjoyment and a television and DVD player upstairs and downstairs.
There are paved roads all the way to the Villa from the Liberia airport (1.5 hour drive ) or the San Jose airport (3.5 hour drive.) No need to negotiate bad roads. Also bus transportation is easily available within minutes of the Villa for the more adventuresome so there is no need for a car.
The local managers of the property are native Costa Ricans Sandy and Michael who are available as needed for suggestions or ideas on how to pass your vacation time. Come and experience paradise at the Costa Rica Lakeview Villa.
We invite you to view some of the great pictures we have taken from the inside and outside the house in addition to the videos on the Google sites.
Keywords: Private & Secure Rainforest Villa, Sleeps 4-7 Guests on 40 Acre Estate with River, Waterfalls, Wildlife, Views of Lake Arenal. Close to Many of CR's Top Destinations, Including the Arenal Volcano.

This 2 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Aguacate. Enjoy your stay in Aguacate at this House.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Private Pool
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
 
Nuevo Arenal, 00000, Costa Rica

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Apr 3, 2025 06:06:11 AM
Summary: We had a wonderful stay, family of 5. We enjoyed the wellness walk and all of the beautiful landscaping and foliage that attracts the nature that surrounds you. Make sure you get to the 10 spot to enjoy the ancient tree. We loved having coffee on the deck around the master upstairs, watching birds of every color and type, we even saw toucan and green parrots in the tree. Has binoculars available also. Had everything we needed including bottled jugs of water when first getting to the property. The road is blacktopped getting there if you are coming from Liberia, take 1 and then 142, go down to Tilaran and then back up has best roads. Not as many restaurants open for dinner nearby, like in La Fortuna, but had good food. This place is a tropical escape you shouldn’t miss.
Mar 29, 2025 02:52:17 AM
Summary: We enjoyed our first visit to the Villa (and to Costa Rica) very much! All of the words used to describe this setting are so true--Private, paradise, beautiful tropical gardens...it is all of this and more! It truly was an escape from our hectic lives. It was so nice to just relax on the property some days and easy to drive to an excursion away from the Villa when we wanted. Horseback riding with Alex just up the road is awesome--we rode up the mountain side with incredible views. Alex's restaurant is very good also and it is so close--don't pass up his hand made cheese! The Villa is very well equipped with everything needed to enjoy meals there--the panini maker was great to have and dining on the patio during sunset was truly memorable! We definitely look forward to staying here again.
Richard G. Richard G.
Mar 10, 2025 10:31:51 PM
Summary: This home was simply paradise, and none of us wanted to leave! Everything in this home was completely stocked with everything that we needed. It was also very clean which is a big plus for our family. This property was truly everything we wanted and more. We are already planning for a future trip next year.
Rachael B. Rachael B.
Feb 15, 2025 05:57:31 PM
Summary: The villa has a great view of the lake and is extremely quiet. It’s secluded but still close to the main road and we felt like it was a safe area The directions provided by the owner are good but it is hard to find at night. The furniture, bedding and amenities are pretty old but we were not expecting 5 star. We loved Nuevo Arenal compared to the very touristy La Fortuna but there are of course more activities there. Overall very happy with the villa
Harry Harry
Jan 17, 2025 10:40:56 AM
Summary: This home is special even though it poured most of our week there. We were told by several locals and neighbors that the torrential rain was unusual for January ( we thought we were going during the dry season). Luckily the house has several areas protected from the rain and we saw many dozens of incredible birds we had never seen in the U.S. Also had Coati wandering through the backyard.We highly recommend this home.One thing to know is that the roads closest to the house are very curvy and were fine when it wasn’t raining and foggy but were reluctant to go out when the rain was coming down. The Hotel Rana was super close , driving wise and the food and staff were great.They enjoyed sharing food with the birds and bringing them close so we could see them up close.
Nancy D. Nancy D.
Jan 16, 2025 05:38:21 AM
Summary: The property is definitely on the rustic side but all the core amenities are there. The grounds are spectacular! Hiking trails in the back are amazing. There are stunning streams, large trees, and more. The area around the property is rugged and we encountered road closures due to mudslides. Overall, it’s a fantastic experience if you’re looking for a true rainforest and mountain getaway.
Scott P. Scott P.
Nov 23, 2024 09:46:48 AM
Summary: Property is gorgeous. It is a quiet haven that makes a great home base for exploring the area. Watching the hummingbirds and other tropical birds is a great way to spend your time. The place has everything you need to relax and enjoy Costa Rica.
Richard Y. Richard Y.
Nov 2, 2024 11:22:17 PM
Summary: This was our first time to Costa Rica and we could not have been more blown away by this place! The house was spectacular and the surrounding rainforest where we could explore made the experience even more wonderful! We really enjoyed the dipping pool after spending the day exploring. The town of Nuevo Arenal was great! Very friendly people, great Sodas to eat at, and plentiful grocery stores. One note regarding the house, the upstairs and downstairs are not connected from the inside, only from the outside. With little kids, dad slept upstairs with a kid and mom was downstairs with the others. But this set up is great for families with older kids or two families vacationing together.
Kelley J. Kelley J.
Jul 26, 2024 05:35:22 AM
Summary: Just like everyone has stated, this property is beautiful. The property is very well maintained. It is like one big garden with lots of flowers and walking paths. The paths that go through the forest and also down to the lake are very enjoyable to walk along. The house was in great shape and had everything we needed. The house stayed cool with the windows open. We had 7 of us there and had plenty of room. We didn't have any issues at all and really enjoyed the place. I would not hesitate to go back there again.
Scott D. Scott D.
Jul 13, 2024 11:55:13 PM
Summary: This trip was our first visit to Costa Rica. We started with a 2-day raft trip on the Pacuare River, then found ourselves in this Private Villa tropical paradise, listening to howler monkeys and watching toucans and a variety of other birds from the second story balcony💕 We nicknamed this house the Pineapple Paradise because of the pineapples growing in the garden below. After Costa Rican drip coffee, we were able to adventure through the soft forest floor discovering many colorful insects and flora on the trail to the lake. Then it felt refreshing to cool off in the splash pool with the combination of afternoon rain. The location of the house was a perfect distance from the recreation around La Fortuna, but away from the hustle bustle of the town. One day we met with a neighbor who was redirecting a stray cow from our driveway. She and her husband and happy little dog were so friendly and gave us a tour of her nursery, pura vida! The house is well stocked, including binoculars! It was easy to cook meals, then play family games inside and out! Our family appreciated the 2 floors, leaving the bottom floor to our 3 teen kids, and my husband and I could retreat to our own space upstairs. It was a magical experience that we will remember forever. Thank you.
Heather H. Heather H.

FAQ's

Is this Aguacate house pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Aguacate house have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Aguacate house has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Aguacate house?

Best-rates for the Aguacate house starts from $157 per night with includes Laundry, Air Conditioner, Bedding/Linens, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Pool, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Child Friendly, Private Pool, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, Parking, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Internet StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Aguacate house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Aguacate house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Aguacate house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Aguacate house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Aguacate house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Aguacate house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Aguacate house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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