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Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.

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Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62152 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.

The Serenity House was built on 2 acres in the heart of the Rainforest, very privately situated far from the noise of the city but close to some of the best attractions and restaurants El Castillo has to offer. The gorgeous infinity edge swimming pool is filled with fresh spring water, and is perfect to refresh while you listen to the Howlers Monkeys, watch the Toucans, Hummingbirds and 20 other species of birds that surround the house. At Serenity create memories that you will treasure forever.

The house is big and spacious with beautiful decors from local artists and unique indigenous statues located around the property.
The combination of really high ceilings and the location on the edge of a hill with constant breeze makes for no need of Air Conditioning in the house. Plus all of the rooms have ceiling fans and the sliding doors & windows are equipped with screens so you can perfectly leave them open to let the breeze in without worrying about the insects coming in the house. All 3 bedrooms have private bathrooms to give your group the privacy they want.
In our fully equipped kitchen, you can delight your family with a energizing breakfast to begin the day or with a delicious dinner to close a memorable day of exploring the rain forest. After dinner sit around and share memories in our comfortable living room with all reclinable leather couches and sofas.

- THINGS TO DO: There are lots of tours to keep you entertained for days, Volcano hikes, Zip Lines, Hanging Bridges, ATV tours, Kayak and Paddle-board tours, Rainforest and Waterfall hikes, Horseback riding, Hot Springs, Wildlife watching tours and more. All of these are less than half an hour away from the house.
Our concierge is always available at our new and modern Welcome Center to help you book tours, find the best restaurants, book a massage and get the most out of your time in the area.

-LOCATION: El Castillo is approx. 3 hours (150km) from both international airports, either in the capital of San Jose, or on the northern pacific coast in Liberia. La Fortuna, which is a small city that offers amenities such as grocery, banking, post office, restaurants, hot springs, excursions and much more, is only 30 minutes away.

- GETTING AROUND: You will want a 4WD vehicle. The last drive up to the house is a road made of gravel and rocks. When it rains there are potholes. You will be a lot happier with a 4WD here and in most areas of Costa Rica. While there are a couple of things to see and one restaurant within walking distance of the house, there are many activities that require a 10 to 45 minute drive. You will not be happy waiting for a cab to arrive either coming of going.

Property manager

Explore El Castillo

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,152 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New Vacation Home With Gorgeous Panoramic Views Swimming Pool
320554

About the area

Map
El Castillo, A

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 15 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 22 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 26 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 27 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante El Jilguero - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool. located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Arenal, Arenal Eco Zoo, and Butterfly Conservatory. Arenal Volcano and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Serenity Home. Amazing house with Gorgeous panoramic views and Swimming pool. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Phylis K.

Double check
Location was fantastic for bird watching. The view from the back patio is stunning! Pool was not in good working order. Wasn’t super clean. Not guest friendly… no closets, hooks, towel racks, or places besides the floor for luggage or clothing.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer 2024
Wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelley m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and views
This was our first visit to Costa Rica. The home and views were as good if not better than described. The bird life and comforts of this home all made for beautiful memories. Hope to visit Costa Rica again and would hope to enjoy it from this home again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gynelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis
We had a wonderful stay! It is a bit of a drive to get into town of La Fortuna but 100% worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
The photos do not do the house justice. On arrival the house was clean and had all of the necessary kitchen and bathroom essentials. Each room had an individual bathroom with shower that had good pressure. The view of the arenal volcano was breath taking and the pool was a perfect way to stay cool down in the heat. Disclaimer the pool structure is made of a cement type of material and we did get some scrapes, but nothing too bad. Also, there is no jacuzzi it is simply a “water feature”. In addition, there are lots of insects surrounding the property and they do tend to go in the house but we expected it and we had no real issues. One thing I wish the house provided would be some type of curtain in the master bedroom. The sunrise would light up the room and wake us up very early and at night it was pitch black outside and creepy at first especially with all the noise outdoors. Overall, we would definitely stay here on our next visit to Costa Rica!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida Views
Worth the trek up a bit up a drive for gorgeous views and tons of birds. Pictures don't do it justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C., North Salt Lake, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness
Hartley Family Spring Break 2024
Loved the location, views, and El Patio being so close. House was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rainforest getaway
My wife and two adult children stayed here for a week. Everything was as advertised, especially the need of a four wheel drive getting to the place. A lot of room in the house and beautiful views. The large porch was very relaxing for morning coffee or evening cocktails. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Earl S., Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity is the Perfect Name
What a special place to stay. The view of Arenal is amazing and there are so many birds you can watch all day and see a dozen or more species. Sit on the back deck and watch the hummingbirds…..and there are lots of them. House was very nice, beds are comfy, has all the essential kitchen supplies and the water is potable. The Master has no blinds so be prepared but there is no one to look in so no worries. Note, there are no closets or dressers so you will be living out of your suitcase. As many others have pointed out the drive to the place is more than a little interesting. For sure have a 4WD vehicle, which you need anyway for some of the things to do in the area. There is a restaurant up the hill that is very good and reasonable. We got in late due to a wreck and showed up to eat 20 minutes before they closed. They could not have been nicer and the food was tasty. There was also a group of women doing karioki upstairs which was entertaining.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical place
This house was perfect. Incredible views. Spotless. Tons of space and fancy furniture. We loved going to the local water parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This property is wonderful. Just the other side of the mountain from la Fortuna and a long drive up a mountain but well worth it. There are lots of things to do and places to eat right near the property and the wildlife you can see out your door is incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott U., Bahamas are best!

Liked: Cleanliness
The name sums it up: Serenity
A stunning location with a comfortable and well-equipped home. Morning coffee on the patio to watch the toucans along with other birds and the amazing views of the Arenal Volcano made for the best start to each day. There are lots of activities in the area and great places to eat, especially the Ventanita Cafe and the Phoenix. Just make sure you have a four-wheel vehicle to get to and from the house when you leave the main road...it's a must have. We highly recommend Serenity!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chet
Excellent location . Great restaurant close by
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammie L., alderson, usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking!!!
Absolutely the best view I've ever had at any of the VRBO's we have stayed in. Make sure you rent a 4x4 to make it to the house but once their it is amazing. It was an easy check in and out. The house is clean and simple but has everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Erin R., Fishers, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
House with a view
Serenity House is exactly what is described and all the photos are accurate. The views from the porch are amazing and the wildlife is everywhere. We saw monkeys, toucans, hummingbirds and countless more birds. The nighttime insects are abundant though so be prepared for that. The pool stopped working 2x in our time there and would randomly turn back on, it wasn’t too big of a deal because it was too cold for us to use. The view from the pool is lovely though. As for location…it is VERY remote. The drive up the mountain is very rough and you definitely need 4x4. It was an adventure for sure. We had dinner at The Phoenix our first night and it was perfect. El Patio at the bottom of the road also has outstanding food. Overall, we loved the house and location. Just be prepared for rough roads and bugs and spiders in the house. It is a jungle!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becca L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views, great off the beaten path stay
Wonderful house at a great price. It is as described, so be prepared to be a little remote. The local town is wonderful with a great fruit and retable stand, bakery, and restaurants. Each morning we would adventure out for an activity (such as hanging bridges and ziplines). It took about 35 minutes to get to the different destinations. The view from the house is wonderful and as other reviews mention, the wildlife is present! Our only hiccup was with the couple of power outages we had to figure out how to manual open the gate. It was simple enough todo, but did cause a moments pause.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

GENESSA K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Arenal Paradise
This house was cozy and pictures do not do it justice. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., SAINT PETERSBURG BEACH

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Jungle House with Amazing Views and lots of Birds
Loved this place! The back yard was amazing. The views were amazing of the volcano. The pool to cool off in was awesome. The birds were so fun to watch- we saw toucans, hummingbirds and yellow chest birds. The Pheonix restaurant just down the road was definitely one of our favorite places to eat- went there both nights. Really close to Sky Adventures for zip lining. You need a car that can handle a rocky road to get here- it's a fun drive up and down. Property manager wonderful- helped us reserve zip lining and recommended restaurants. La Street Bistro in downtown Fortuna was really good too. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
A very lovely stay
As indicated by the photos & description everything matched. We had an exceptional experience staying here from the first breath taking view of Volcan de Arenal upon waking to dipping our toes in the pool during a hot afternoon. As recommended having a 4x4 to get up the steep gravel road is more comfortable. Be mindful of the black entry gate as it is slow to open & close.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible views!!!
We LOVED staying at Serenity!!! We had everything we needed, plus incredible views and wildlife. I’d definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in wonderful community
My family and I loved this home! It was absolutely stunning and the view was incredible. It looked just like the pictures. It was located in a great community with some local restaurant options that were very tasty. The property manager was very helpful and answered all questions we had. There were many activities nearby that we could do and the area was quite. The only area of improvement would have been more towels for the pool and some fans as it did get a little hot without AC. Other than that it was perfect! We would recommend it to anyone and would definitely go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John and Heather B., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing home with gorgeous volcano views
We enjoyed our stay at Serenity home. The name of the house says it all. The views from the house are absolutely gorgeous. The size was perfect for our family of six. The air was cool up on the mountain so we didn’t miss having an AC. We found the home to be very relaxing. The beds were comfortable, and we loved hanging out on the patio. The home is designed with lots of sliding glass doors which open up to a patio that spans back and side of house. The view of the volcano was amazing. We also loved seeing the many hummingbirds that would visit the flowering shrubs of the house. We liked the quiet location of the house. La Fortuna was so congested when we visited (long Easter weekend), and it was nice to stay at a place away from the crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Camille D., STEAMBOAT SPR

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Serenity!
This home is lovely. The volcano views and bird watching each morning set the tone for our daily adventures. Communication with our host was spot on. House location would be challenging without a 4wheel drive vehicle… thank you for highly recommending that. Nestled high in the rain forest yet a beautiful drive each day to our hiking/swimming/ touring choices, the house served as a wonderful sanctuary after full days of adventure. Could not have asked for a better 1st experience on Costa Rica. Can’t wait to return. Pura Vita!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views like no other!
Amazing property, well kept, and gorgeous views. If you get lucky enough you can get a clear view of the volcano (it’s probably the best you can get in the area). The pool is great, however it’s not a hot tub in the photo, it’s a water feature. The drive up to the property is very bumpy and uphill, we didn’t have a 4x4 so it was a little more difficult but we still made it up fine. All in all, a great stay and a beautiful property with a gorgeous view!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great host, Nice location but need upgrades
The host, Augustin was wonderful. He was professional and extremely helpful and deserves a 5 star review. Great location with a swiming pool & a wonderful view of the volcano, specially from the porch. But the house is old and definitely needs upgrades in the following area: -Need new kitchen appliances/utensils/dishes. No dish washer -replace torn/beat up couches -Need curtains in the master bedroom -Need new bed sheets/covers -The house is not well sealed therefore there were a lot of small bugs, specially in the bathrooms -There was NO TV in any of the rooms -There is a tall tree that blocks the view of the volcano from the master bed room -There was no chest/draws/wardrobe for clothing -There were only a few old/cheap wire hangers
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023