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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place.

Our property is not just a house; it is a place... a place with activities, wildlife, flora, fauna, fruits, trails, small waterfalls and much more. Over 66 acres.
NEW: We now have fiber optic internet access. Wi-Fi throughout. Great upload and download speeds to stay connected or just disconnect and enjoy the natural beauty of an extraordinary property. Also, the road to the property is now partially paved. Much improved.

CRParaiso is home to endangered species, virgin forest, gardens and orchards galore with bananas, several varieties of oranges, lemons, limes, macadamia, sugar cane, chocolate (cacao), pineapple, bountiful species and varieties of flora, fauna and wildlife with over 3 miles of hiking trails.

In addition, we have on-property activities to save driving time and avoid crowds and long lines. Even if you do not wish to participate in our on-property activities, all guests have full roam of the property and the many hiking trails, gardens, views and wildlife. Check out our current on-property activities:
crparaiso.com

Even if you are staying in the area at another location, please consider visiting us to experience a slice of adventure and the beauty Nuevo Arenal has to offer.

There are many adventure opportunities in and around Nuevo Arenal. It is a very small community with plenty of shopping and great restaurants. This area is centrally located to take advantage of many adventure activities, abundant flora and fauna and tremendous biodiversity that Costa Rica is known for. Within an hour, you can enjoy the La Fortuna area with the Arenal Volcano, Hanging Bridges and Hot Springs. Take in the beauty of Rio Celeste at Tenorio Volcano and be within 2 hours of Liberia Airport.

The house is perfect for family groups and families travelling together. The house has several private verandas and inside has several lounging areas to afford some privacy while everyone is in the house. The back bedroom has a private sitting area perfect for those teens who enjoy their own private space. Adults can enjoy the main living area without being crowded and even have that quiet coffee time on their private veranda with fantastic lake and mountain views. The main level veranda is designed for dining alfresco with room for more than ten. Overall, the house affords lots of space and outdoors has lots of room to roam.

In addition, you will be helping us to keep our large property in conservation so future generations can enjoy it as well. Our proceeds are used to maintain our property in its natural beauty and protected.

Our property is host to endangered species with many varieties of orchids. Our mission is to conserve this natural beauty for the enjoyment of future generations.

Gated and lots of room to roam. Meticulously maintained 66 acre retreat with flowers and wildlife too numerous to mention. Over 3 miles of private hiking trails, many leading to fantastic vistas of the surrounding mountains, volcano and lake.

The main house is a compact 2,500 square foot open floor plan design with 5 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 full and 6 twin) and 2 bathrooms and sleeps 10. Each bedroom has great views. Full kitchen inside with local hand made cabinetry and a local hand made eat-in dining table that seats up to 10. The veranda on the back of the house is huge with great views of the lake; a great place to relax and enjoy nature. All linens, towels and kitchen utensils onsite. Be sure to check out our Video of the house and furnishings.

Our gardeners keep the property meticulously maintained. Upon arrival, please feel free to ask what fresh fruit is available so our gardeners can deliver some to your door or pick it for yourself.

We have several great tour opportunities on the property to avoid having to drive anywhere or be crowded amongst other tourists. We have an 9 cable/9 platform Zipline adventure, Horseback Riding, Bird Watching/Wildlife Tour, Nature Tour and Night Tour all on property.

SPECIAL NOTE: All on-property tours are totally removed from the house so not to interfere with the privacy and solitude of guests staying on-property. We specifically arranged our tour areas for your peace and quiet while in the house.

We are able to assist with planning and reserving many exotic off-property adventures such as boating, biking, white-water rafting, hot springs, cave exploring, kayaking, canoeing and more... Cost for each tour is different and information is made available after confirmation of booking.

We are only 2.5km (1.5 miles) outside the Town of Nuevo Arenal. Close to shopping, tours and dining. Our location makes a perfect base for those wanting to explore all Costa Rica has to offer or just relax and enjoy activities on our property and the many species of flora, fauna and wildlife.

We do have a small cottage on the property for those looking for smaller accommodations for up to four persons, please check out our Blue Butterfly Cottage -- a perfect cottage for one/two persons -- cozy, clean and comfortable VRBO Listing #508655

Property manager

Bret Fields

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great for children, lots of room.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Pre-Approval required w/supplemental cost.
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

CRParaiso - Tranquil, Private and Expansive 66 acres Arenal

About the area

Map
Nuevo Arenal, Tilaran, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Lake Arenal - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 36 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 40 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 42 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 45 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café & Macadamia - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪El Corral - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Selva Paraíso Souvenir & Coffee Shop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Moya's Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Oropendola - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place. located?

This family-friendly Arenal vacation home is located in a rural location, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Arenal, and within 9 mi (15 km) of FlyZone Wakeboard School and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Venado Caves and Arenal Volcano National Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

CRParaiso - Gated, Tranquil and Private. Not just a house; it is a place. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was our 3rd stay with Brett and we always have an amazing time! So much to do and see on property!! Close enough to La Fortuna for other tourist aimed stuff too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis G., Sutton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Birds, birds and more birds!!
CRParaiso is a gem for nature lovers. The property contains several trails, ponds, groves, while offering a mature forest and open areas. It is full of birds and lends itself to their observation by the most passionate enthusiasts. The main house offers all the comfort and respite desired. Bret is easily reachable and always willing to answer questions and provide sound advice. Not to be missed if you go to the very beautiful region of Nuevo Arenal.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chaz M., Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing grounds
A very comfortable villa situated in a beautiful rain forest. Bret the owner is very reachable and helpful. We recently stayed there for one week and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Being a rainforest it tends to have its fair share of rain but the payback is everywhere is green and fresh with lots of flowers and colour The only downside was the road in, it really is in need of a grader. We didn't have a 4 wheel drive and it really is a must if the road isn't improved. Otherwise an amazing stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene T., Nanaimo

Liked: Cleanliness
Oasis
Great property, beautifully keep grounds . With many tours avaible to start right close to house. We really enjoyed out stay our only complaint was it la fortuna road is a tiring to drive which we did 5 times. The house cat is ao friendly
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Pam W., Sterling CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Jungle stay
My family with grown children stayed on this very private property for three nights as part of our longer Costa Rican vacation. Unfortunately it was cloudy and rainy most of our stay so we chose to go offsite for activities. There was plenty of room for all of us and we did go on a few walks but the 3 miles of hiking trails were not clearly marked and we could not find them on the map. There were few towels for 3 days and the beds were not comfortable. We would suggest an out door light for safety. We returned to the house every evening in pitch dark. It was concerning to all of us that two dogs were tied up during our stay and barked frequently over night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Schuyler C., Newnan

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
The property was beautiful like stated. Brett and his crew Marvin, Jason and Brandon made it so much fun. We did the zip lining with them and it was awesome. The only downside is the public road to the property is rough and definitely recommend a 4x4 vehicle. Overall it was a great experience with relaxing beautiful views.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Absolutely wonderful. The private estate was full of jungle and wildlife, although humid the July temperatures were low 80’s during the day and mid 60’s at night, and our host Bret was awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H., Stillwater

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida!
This was the highlight of our trip! Amazing host and absolutely incredible propriety. Plenty of space for everyone. We all thoroughly enjoyed the property with all its spectacular views, birds, flowers, and animals. We walked everyday, plus we took advantage of many of the guided activities: zip lining, night hike, horseback riding, bird watching. The house was completely private, with a large back porch for relaxing and enjoying meals together. We would have loved to have stayed much longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We stayed at CRParaiso over Christmas. It is perfectly remote! We wandered the grounds, splashed in the pond, and zip lined. It is a quick trip into town where the food was wonderful. Waking up in the clouds every morning was a joy!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Claire K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We enjoyed our stay! We loved waking up to the sounds of the jungle and enjoyed tea on the covered back porch. It was nice to be in nature and yet shielded from the rain. We thoroughly enjoyed walking the property. We did have a power outage one evening that last 2 hours and flashlight would have been helpful. It is a little more rustic than expected. Better quality towels and more towels would be nice. It is 45 minutes to La Fortuna and we didn't anticipate how much time we would spend there. But we enjoyed our stay! And would recommend it! We saw toucans, parakeets and lots of hummingbirds in the well cultivated gardens.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H., Jacksonville FL US

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique stay off the beaten path.
We had three nights here and really enjoyed each day. There are plenty of things to see from the back porch one in our group saw a monkey. Toucans, bull frogs,, lots of hummingbirds, lizards, etc. We all said this is where we would go back to stay for a relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

julie c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property close to town, yet nestled in it's own world
Such a fun place to stay! While sitting on porch, horses would wander by, monkeys in the trees, parrots chase eachother, friendly dogs come to visit. Wander the property and find fresh fruit, paths and ponds. The nighttime sky is fantastic. No air-conditioning, but the jungle cools down well at night. Would be perfect if there were screens on the upstairs veranda doors to keep the breeze in at night. The seperate area for kids to hang out was a lot of fun too! Thank you for sharing your property with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wide Open Spaces
Coming from a very small apartment in New York City we wanted indoor and outdoor space, great views, birds, room to roam. We got all that. Great experience for us. We didn’t rent a car but we recommend it highly. It is fairly isolated. Everything you need for cooking but pick up essentials like seasonings, oil, basic spices if you plan to cook. Hard to keep those things useful in a very tropical setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Out of this world
Not only a beautiful, fully equipped house with a view of the lake but wonderful gardens and grounds, plus acres of forest to explore. The perfect holiday for a family as we were or anyone who wants to experience an unforgettable part of Costa Rica.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana D., Denver, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Nature Immersion
The preserve is amazing. Imagine rolling out of bed and strolling through a beautiful botanical garden, but be aware of the variety of wildlife as some are poisonous. Fortunately, we never encountered any dangerous critters, but saw a variety of birds, frogs/toads, lizards and bugs. So many fewer of the latter than expected! We did the zip lines, night tour and bird watching tour. Brett and his staff were amazing! The house is as pictured, very comfortable although not fancy or luxurious. The food in town is wonderful! We ate breakfast at Las Delicias almost everyday and dinner at Moya's and Tinajas Arenal. We stayed a week and had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Get-A-Way
Spent three nights on this wonderful property with my wife and four children. Very quiet and peaceful but plenty to do on site. Bret was great helping us with directions, excursions to the volcano, etc.... also be sure to check out the delicious restaurants in Nuevo Arenal (especially Moyas!). If we had to do it over again, we'd spend even more time just on property. Horse back riding, great zip lining, lots of trails... and totally private. Staff on site was wonderful, and all were incredibly attentive and responsive. Thanks for sharing your wonderful property with us, Bret.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extended family stay
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. There was plenty room for everyone with three different sitting room areas and a very large outside covered area. One thing we really loved was that we could walk around on our own on their wildlife paths. The gardeners were really fun and showed us the best paths to use. We also did the zip lining which was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Justin t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Escape
House was secluded and a great escape for us. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nuevo Arenal-nicest town in Costa Rica
We loved our stay at the Lake! Beautiful weather, great food in town, nicest tico and expat community ever and Bret made everything easy. We really enjoyed the horseback tour with Brandon and Jason. WiFi was sketchy but we found fast connections in town. This place is perfect for relaxing, unwinding and unplugging! Thanks for being a perfect host!!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nash N., San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Retreat
Lots of room in this lakeside retreat. Charming living room and porch rockers, too. Bret is very responsive and helpful, right away. We were an hour late getting to Nuevo Arenal, yet the manager was there waiting for us. It was a relief to know we were in good hands.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cory T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
The property around the home is beautiful! Lots of flowers and trees, lots to explore. We loved playing in the natural pool (pond) and ziplining on the property. The guides were really friendly and fun! The kitchen is well stocked and the home is roomy and comfortable. There are plenty of bugs (inside and out) which is the main reason for the 4-star cleanliness rating. This home has a mountain cabin vibe so bugs and wildlife are to be expected. (We loved watching the fireflies at night!) There are two resident cats on the property that mostly hang out on the back porch. Some people in our group have cat allergies but the cats didn't come inside so this wasn't an issue. The highlight was on our last evening when a group (flock?) of toucans hung out in the trees near the house. Very cool! The drive to La Fortuna from here is close to an hour but is a pretty easy drive. We went twice while we were here to do some of the hikes and activities available there. Definitely eat at Los Platillos Voladores in Nuevo Arenal. It isn't much to look at from the outside and has the oddest alien decor/vibe, but the Italian food is fantastic and the sweet Italian woman who owns it/runs it is the best! Skip the German bakery. Really. Over all we really enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it for travelers who have a rental car and want to stay somewhere a bit off the beaten track!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Jana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nuevo Arenal
Great house for groups but take into consideration that Nuevo Arenal is about an hour from La Fortuna. Also, the natural swimming Pool has plants growing in it that the pictures do not show.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Privacy
This property was amazing and met all of our expectations for what my group wanted to accomplish in the area. Loved the trails and the birding was excellent. House was clean and just as described. We kind of wish we would have stayed at this property for the whole trip, but the Ocean was calling. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sofia Q., Orlando, Florida US

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location
Bret and the rest of the staff were beyond accommodating and helpful. The town and property were charming within close distance to La Fortuna and other towns. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was our second time staying on this property! The views and wildlife is amazing! We love going ziplining right there at the house and riding the horses! The owner is amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021