La Casa De Mariposa:: Light/ Spacious Artist/Nature Retreat Nuevo Arenal, Guanacaste Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 118713

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Location: Nuevo Arenal, Lake Arenal, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Central America (One & Half Hours From Lir Airport - 45 Minutes To Fortuna)

Accommodations:  House, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-3)

Nuevo Arenal area is in Costa Rican highlands. Temperature range in mid 70's nearly year round with cool breeze, mid 60s perfect for sleeping evenings. This area offers fishing in Lake Arenal, swimming, hiking, wind-surfing, bird watching, volcano viewing, eco hot springs, good restaurants, friendly folk, abundant wildlife and plant life.

This home is set on 1/3 acre surrounded by peace and natural beauty.

Light, airy, spacious, with open beam ceilings, large slide picture windows, deep covered porch, tile throughout, screened windows and doors, covered car port. Nicely decorated, fully equipped kitchen (minus microwave oven), orthopedic mattress, hot water, telephone. All calls within Costa Rica free. Must use international calling card for calls made outside of costa rica. Internet card available from caretaker. Short walk to town, longer walk to lake. Car is not necessary if you can walk.

House situated on a hillside overlooking a lovely small lake (which also serves as a bird sanctuary). Tall laurel trees border property. Road is on outskirts of town and has little traffic, very quiet, and peaceful. This house is a perfect nature lover's, artist retreat. Across the street from house is protected jungle. You can see monkeys, toucans, and a wide variety of birds and wildlife.

Sleeping arrangements: Double bed in master bedroom, Single bed in main living area. Both have new foam mattresses. Baths two full, no tub.

Volcano Arenal viewing is within walking diswstance. Also wonderful hot springs close by. Can swim in lake, fresh, clean water. Boat rides on lake for volcano viewing available in the area. Delicious German and Austrian Bakeries in town.

gardener service included Maid and full laundry service at small additional fee. If you rent by week price includes one change of linens-towels mid week. Ask my manager, Dow, and he will provide additional linens if needed. If by month price includes once weekly change of linens-towels. maid service available at additional fee.

PHONE IS available (no charge) in house for all local calls. For long distance - out of country you need to use an international calling card. Ask Dow for an internet card - price is about $7.50 USD, and you will have access to dial up connection.

If you have any questions, please feel free to write me and I will be glad to accomodate your individual needs when possible. best wishes, martha

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• Amenities
  • Linens Provided
  • Garage
  • Covered Parking
• Beds
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
• Entertainment
  • Stereo System
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
• Outdoor Features
  • Deck/Patio
  • Lanai
• View/Location
  • Water View
• Communications
  • Telephone
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Kid Friendly
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Waterskiing
  • Parasailing
  • Jet Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Windsurfing
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Bird watching, eco hot springs, volcano viewing.

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$75/nt ... Includes Maid Service and Continental Breakfast: 2 night stay minimum
$450/wk ...
$1,200./mo ..
NoteÑ  $100. refundable damage deposit required at time of check in

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 02/21/09
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  • A Wonder Place -- especially if you're looking for a quiet and private get-a-way. The house is very charming, clean and comfortable as well as well equipped. The property manager was most helpful is answering my questions and making me feel at home. I would definitely recommend Case de Mariposa as a great place to stay on your next trip to Costa Rica.
• 02/21/09
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  Michael , Birmingham, AL
  • This is a fantastic property! I just spent a week with my wife in this hidden jewel tucked in a lush tropical rainforest. Casa de Mariposa overlooks a beautiful private lake and garden and also has a view into the jungle. We were lulled to sleep at night by the sound of nearby running water and a symphony of crickets and frogs. In the mornings we awoke to multiple bird conversations and howler monkey barbaric yawps in the distance. We were inundated by tucans and my wife took close to twenty pictures of them flitting around, to show friends and family back home. In the afternoons, we walked up the rural road to catch a glimpse of lake arenal and volcano arenal. This is the best deal in town! The property manager was accommodating and gave us great advice on some other activities in the area. The house is filled with a positive energy and is usually flooded by light on the clear days. You would be well served to spend your Costa Rica vacation at Casa de Mariposa. We will be back!
• 02/15/09
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  • Recently my husband and I vacationed at Case de Mariposa. It was everything and more that it was advertised to be and just what we were looking for. If you are a bird watcher, this is the place for you. We found Dow, the property manager, to be both hospitable and accommodating to our every need. The home is clean, comfortable, quiet and well equipped.
• 02/14/09
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  Michael , Birmingham, AL
  • What a wonderful, hidden jewel this place is! Tucked right in a beautifully rustic rainforest rural community, my wife and I were lulled to sleep every night by the sound of running water, crickets, and the mystery of the jungle. In the morning, when the birds and howler monkeys awoke us, we took walks up the dirt road to see the volcano and Lake Arenal. We felt like we had truly discovered paradise. This is definitely the best bargain in town. For what we paid, we couldn't ask for anything more. The house is beautiful and is a total sponge for positive energy. Thank you!

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