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Magnalia Vacation Home

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Interior
Outdoor pool
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Magnalia Vacation Home

Newly updated, very cute 3/3 private home designen in típica Outlook suele living, a primate pool and a very good volcano view, with a 7 minute casual bikeride, or 3 by car, to all shopping. Naturalmente abounds this beautiful mature growth property. A short walk from the front door to a protected sloth hábitat, a short walk to several stream/ river.
This is the total package experiencia. Pura Vida

Property manager

Nela Rodriguez

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
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

About the area

Map
La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Puentes Colgantes del Arenal - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Arenal Adventure World - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 12 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chocolate Fusión - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Vid Steakhouse & Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rain Forest Café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Hormiga - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Fonda 506 - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Magnalia Vacation Home have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Magnalia Vacation Home ?

As of Nov 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Magnalia Vacation Home on Nov 29, 2024 start from CA $439.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Magnalia Vacation Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Magnalia Vacation Home ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Magnalia Vacation Home ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Magnalia Vacation Home located?

Situated in La Fortuna, this villa is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Puentes Colgantes del Arenal and within 3 mi (5 km) of El Salto Fortuna River and Arenal Adventure World. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Magnalia Vacation Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Celeen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty and the beast!
I struggled with this review, because, with a little care and attention, this house could be more amazing. The location is awesome! You get great views of Arenal Volcano and there are many stores and restaurants within a few minutes drive. The layout of the house is also very cute and funtional. The small outdoor garden is beautiful and we saw lots of hummingbird enjoying the nectar from the all the beautiful flowers. The problems, however, were as follows: The house is very difficult to find if you arrive after dark and it gets dark around 5.30pm in Costa Rica. Finding the lock box was also challenging in the dark. When we called the host for direction/ instruction, he seemed bothered by us and made a point of making us aware that he was eating dinner. The toilets gurgle, and on on arrivals the toilet in the cabana room would not flush properly. The host blamed us for putting toilet paper in the toilet, even though we had only just arrived. The shower in the cabana room was also difficult to operate and it was near impossible to get hot water and good water pressure. Our friends had to shower in the main house. The faucet in the master bedroom wobbled around when being used. There was no kitchen towel or dish wash cloths. The oven did not work at all and was partially dislodged from the cabinetry. The pool had missing tile. Overall the house was not well maintained and the host not very gracious, in fact, somewhat abrasive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view is worth it
We had a rough start with communication and getting into the property when we arrived late. I was told I would get the check-in details at 2:45 pm. That did NOT happen. I drive for 4 hours and then had to wait and contact via What’sApp, which was never specified in earlier communication with the property manager/owner. Nela was able to communicate the information needed, and the rest of the stay went well. There’s no closets or drawers to unpack your stuff. There’s no air conditioning in the main house, only in the bedrooms, but sitting out on the patio was delightful as I watched the volcano view change throughout our weekend. Nela provided a lot of great recommendations for places to go , eat and see. Overland , I really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Magnalia House was perfect for our 2 night stay in La Fortuna. Great location to downtown. Clean, comfortable and beautiful. The cabina located just off the main house is perfect for an additional family member or older kids. Each bedroom with their own bathroom and A/C. Very private, located in a developing neighborhood. Neal, the host was very responsive and offered great guidance to restaurants, markets, bakeries and activities. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best stays we've ever had
I should first say, I am a travel creator and our family travels all around the world so I am very picky. We (my husband, 7 year old twins, and me) stayed here for an entire week and this place was an absolute gem! Nela answered my million questions prior to our trip and was so kind (we got stuck in a rain storm at night on the way from the airport and her and her husband ran to the store so we would have essentials in the fridge for our kids when we got there), and they gave perfect suggestions for restaurants and activities. The house is GORGEOUS and was so clean! It is in a very quiet and safe neighborhood (super important to me) and close to everything. The A/C's in the bedrooms worked great. I saw complaints earlier about no where to hang clothes but they added a hanging rack in the bedrooms so that was perfect too. My kiddos had fun every day swimming in the pool! We saw sloths right down the street which was really cool! I don't have any negative things to say...if we come back to La Fortuna, we will 100% stay here again! It was a trip we will never forget!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable home
We loved staying in Nela’s home in La Fortuna. The house was very clean, the location of the home was very convenient to everything in La Fortuna. Communication was easy with Nela, and she had great restaurant recommendations. The beds were comfy and we loved spending time outside in the courtyard and taking dips in the little pool to cool down in the afternoon. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Beautiful property, amazing views and a great location! Was perfect for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for La Fortuna/ Arenal
We wanted to find a place in close distance to Arenal/ La Fortuna, and this was a great option for our family of 5. It was a short drive (6 minutes) to La Fortuna and less than 30 minutes to most tours/sites in the area (so we'd recommend having a rental car). The home was relatively quiet (some barking dogs, but that's expected) very clean (but make sure you clean well, otherwise the ants come marching in, but again, that's part of being in Costa Rica). The property manager was very responsive and helpful. We'd rent here again for sure. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lan B., San Ramon, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in La Fortuna
We stayed 3 nights at Magnalia House and enjoyed our time in La Fortuna. After we downloaded Whats@pp communication with Nela, our host was easy. The property is as pictured and we enjoyed cooling off in the little pool. Nela gave us some recommendations for restaurants and we tried 3 of them, Chante Verde, Mediterráneo, and Kappa Sushi. They were all good. There are many activities to do in La Fortuna which is a short drive away. Beware of ants and do not keep any food/trash out. The bedrooms were air conditioned which was really nice for sleeping. We had power outages several times during our stay which seems to be quite common in Costa Rica so I would recommend flashlights. Using the Waze app was helpful in getting around as there are no addresses in Costa Rica. All in all a wonderful stay and very responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessamy J., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful view of volcano
This VRBO is in a new development area so it seems a bit isolated at first but there is a restaurant right up the way and really it's minutes drive from everything else. Was peaceful and secluded feeling with the gate and trees around the pool. Well equipped kitchen, working AC, great communication. Great little place for two or three couples the way the rooms are laid out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute house near town
Great little house. Solid kitchen, good ac in rooms. Cute little pool. Photos are accurate. One thing I didn’t realize from photos is that there are no doors between bedroom and bathroom for 2 of the rooms so if bathroom privacy is an issue be warned!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Great experience! Easy check in and great communication with the owner! Little piece of paradise. Vacationed with 3 adult kids and all had space to spread out. Be advised there is NO AC in the kitchen and family room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful time
everything was how we expected it. wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fortuna Vacation
Central to Fortuna; we had a car which was very helpful. House is very private behind a big privacy fence. Host was very receptive and kind. We enjoyed the small pool daily-wonderfully refreshing-our group was Four adults..room for 6 adults (two kings and one queen)- three full baths, common room and fully equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, coffee machine, toaster, safe, all items needed for kitchen. Lots of light. No washer on site but laundry nearby. Would definitively stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R., Rock Hill, SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved Our Stay Here!
We loved our stay at this house! It is very clean and comfortable. We loved the pool! The host Nela was very easy to work with. I would definitely recommend staying here. La Fortuna is a great area with so much to do and many great restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

alexandra t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view
Gorgeous view, clean, close to a lot of restaurants and shops. We felt very safe staying here and would absolutely stay here again! The extra help booking excursions was also appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G., Bel Air, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
We had a lovely stay in La Fortuna, the property felt very private and a great space for our family. We really enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Bill P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Spot on La Fortuna
Nela gave us great recommendations for food. Location easily accessible to waterfalls, volcano hikes and hot springs. Great communication. Recommend for a family of 4-6.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greta H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing space
We had the best stay! The property is beautiful with great space, super clean, so close to town! Our family of five couldn’t have asked for more. Nela and Brian were fantastic and responsive hosts. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great quick stay
We only stayed one night but the house was lovely. Everything we needed. We were also well communicated with.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful charming home right on the outskirts of town
This rental is exactly as described. Beautiful home, very clean and the owner is ver responsive to questions. We had a great time with our 4 kiddos.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for exploring La Fortuna & surrounding area
This property gives you a great base for seeing sites in La Fortuna & other locations in the area. Once we figured out an easier way to go (first way Waze sent us was down a dirt road that was washed out), getting into town was quick. We enjoyed the privacy created by the tall plantings & I liked sitting outside in the mornings enjoying coffee and watching all the birds. The pool was nice (although cold during our visit since it had been cloudy and rainy). The inside of the house was spotless-so clean, but the outdoor space around the pool needed to be swept. The house had most of what was needed and made a good base for us. However, in our opinion it could use a few updates/changes to make it more comfortable inside, especially for longer stays. The furniture in the living area is pretty uncomfortable for sitting to watch TV, in the bedrooms there isn't a bedside reading lamp, the lights on both sides are either on bright or off, there is nowhere to put clothes or enough hooks to hang towels in bathrooms. These things don't make it so we wouldn't recommend staying, but rather things that could make the house even better.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arenal vacay
The property was very nice. The view of the volcano was awesome. The property was very clean and as pictured. The pool area was great for a quick dip when we returned from our excursions. Nela was very quick to answer any of our questions and check in was very easy. Overall, it was a great stay! Thanks Nela!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with beautiful volcano view
Magnalia Home was a sparkling clean, charming modern home in a beautiful, safe location just 5 minutes drive from La Fortuna. A short walk takes you to a river where we went each morning to see a sloth and iguanas sunning in the trees. There were lots of birds as well. Just a block away is a wonderful little restaurant that serves the best empanadas! The house itself was comfortable and the bedrooms were well air conditioned with beautiful showers in the main house. The outdoor pool area was was a great place to gather for the six of us to relax & enjoy meals. There were only a couple of small inconveniences to note that would have made our stay a little more comfortable. There is no storage or places to hang clothing. Suitcases have to be on the floor. We also would have liked a "host book" with recommendations of things to do in the area and instructions for the home (like how to work the induction stove and the shower in the cabina). Nela, our host, was very responsive and answered any questions that we had in a timely manner. Overall, this home has everything you need for a wonderfully peaceful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W., Trumansburg

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful secluded property
It was great to be near all of the activities in La Fortuna without being too close to all the chaos.This was a beautiful quiet street. There’s a small restaurant at the end of the road that is very good. Easy to walk to only about a block away and they will take good care of you. The pool was wonderful the property description was accurate. It was great watching the hummingbirds with your feet in the pool in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
The house was very clean and had beautiful outdoor areas. The host was very responsive and all went well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024