Treetop House - Charming Artistic in the Canopy of Monteverde - Monteverde

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9.4

Exceptional

7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 122045.1 sq ft

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Mountain view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Monteverde, Puntarenas

Curi-Cancha Reserve2 min walk
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde16 min walk
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve5 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Treetop House - Charming Artistic in the Canopy of Monteverde

The TreeTop House in Monteverde is within walking distance to Curi Cancha private Reserve and a short drive the the Monteverde's Cloud Forest Reserve. The artistic charming house is located 150 m off the main road to the Cloud Forest Reserve Monteverde. 200 m from CPI and Monteverde Institute. 600 m from the Monteverde Friend's school and from the Cloud Forest School CEC. Also a very short ride to the village of Sta. Elena. The house is tagged away 150 m from the main road in the end of the driveway with plenty of private parking as well as plenty of privacy. The out door garden with sitting area invites to watch birds or just have coffee with your family and /or friends.
Internet is via optical wire and is pretty stable and fast enough as long as ICE is not interrupting the service in the area due to weather influence or repair.

All tour operators pick you up here since the house is well-known. This makes this location an unique spot to stay. A hidden gem away from the crowd.

Large windows let you feel you are living between the trees. The house is designed on 4 floors, with connection out door under roofing. Each floor has a private entrance from the outside. This makes the house fun to discover, play hide and seek, be cozy on one floor or have different activities going on on each floor.

Phone and WiFi for your equipment is set firm.

The house is very suitable for big groups, families and couples.

Private parking area, garden area, trail in the forest, look over canopy close to waterfalls, recreation areas. Hot showers. You can discover more pictures on our webpage: monteverde-costarica dot com/monteverde-vacation-home dot htm

Keywords to lock for location are TreeTop House Monteverde

Property manager

Sabine Hein

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

You should be fit to go up and down stairs

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Monteverde

Located in Monteverde, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Arenal Volcano National Park. Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and Monteverde Orchid Garden are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Monteverde, Puntarenas

What's nearby

Curi-Cancha Reserve - 2 min walk
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 16 min walk
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 4 min drive
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 5 min drive
Monteverde Orchid Garden - 5 min drive

Getting around

Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 157 min drive

Restaurants

‪Café Monteverde - ‬5 min drive
‪Choco Café - ‬4 min drive
‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬5 min drive
‪Laggus Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Treetop House - Charming Artistic in the Canopy of Monteverde pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Treetop House - Charming Artistic in the Canopy of Monteverde?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Treetop House - Charming Artistic in the Canopy of Monteverde?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Treetop House - Charming Artistic in the Canopy of Monteverde located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Curi-Cancha Reserve, Friends Meeting House, and Monteverde Friends School - Escuela de los Amigos. Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre and Bat Jungle are also within 10 minutes.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Marni B.

May 25, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treehouse in the forest

The property is whimsical and charming, but a lot of stairs and different areas are not connected to each other. Fairly close to town and some shops and coffee houses. Great views of the forest. Loved hearing the birds in the morning. The kitchenette was bare bones and not easy to cook in. We ended up going out for more meals than we planned on.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoine H.

May 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Treetop House

Our 8 person stay in the Treetop House was great! It was a little difficult to find, in the rain, but we managed. If you're visiting, the driveway to the property is next to a golden round globe. We drove past it a couple of times! The house itself is super interesting. Lots of fun spaces, funky decor, and a maze of interconnected rooms. You really are in the trees, and the experience is well worth it. I have a super sensitive nose, so some of the earthy smells of the woods inside the home threw me off, but the host was super responsive, listened to my concerns and quickly attempted to address them. The kids, ages 11-19, loved that they had their own space, in some cases their own floor, and didn't want to leave. All in all, I recommend staying here if you're into eclectic, natural spaces.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Jan 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time at a Quirky Place in the Cloud Forest

My family with 5 boys spent a couple nights at the Treetop House and had a great time. The place is huge. Very artsy and unique. Much more of a rustic experience, though we personally were fine with it, just be prepared!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach T.

Aug 25, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING

Such an awesome and unique place to stay. Everything is comfortable and cozy while the outdoor areas encourage you to be outside and enjoy the nature. Perfect for anyone wanting the full Monteverde experience. Super friendly and accommodating owner.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Jul 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique and fun property

This was a fun place to stay. I loved sitting on the porch in the mornings with my coffee watching all the birds. My only suggestion, I would have loved a sofa/lounge area where we could all comfortably hang out

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay M.

Jul 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a unique stay!

Tree house was as advertised, very unique and fitting for the cloud forest! The kids loved it and Sabine was a very good host.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

harsha a.

Apr 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique stay

Very unique experience. Kids loved it AAALOTTT!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Mar 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It's really in the trees

We loved this very funky house! Plenty of bedrooms for all, and several spaces to gather and watch wildlife. We saw toucans, parrots, monkeys, and even a pair of golden-browed chlorophonia. Within walking distance of several restaurants and Curi-Cancha Reserve. Sabine is communicative and very helpful.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY

Mar 14, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Very unique place traveled with a bunch of teenagers and they loved exploring this property. Good communication. A lot of creaks in the flooring so pretty noise with all the kids running around about still a fun quick stay

6/10 Okay

Rachelle E.

Jan 10, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique home

Pros- the host is very helpful with booking activities in town for my family. Lots of beds so great place for several people. House is near cute local cafes and art shops and walking distance to a beautiful waterfall. Cons- the floors creak so much. You can hear every footstep from the floor above. There was no hot water so I hope you enjoy cold water showers with very little water pressure. The bottom level shower head is over the toilet. Whoever is using the bathroom after you has to basically dry the entire bathroom and toilet because there is no shower curtain. The beds are very hard. Bring your own pillows and bath towels.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ronda F.

Jan 8, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique house

Spent Christmas break with my daughters and their children. The house was perfect for providing privacy for our party of 8 that included 4 teenagers who appreciated having some personal space. Sabine was a most wonderful host - helping plan our activities, securing reservations and recommending knowledgeable guides. Plenty of nearby restaurants, shops and vistas to explore .

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Dec 30, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house!

One of the most unique homes we've ever stayed in. Great experience. A little spooky for the kids at first because of the wind, but that was a part of what made for such a great experience. Location and host were amazing as well! Incredibly responsive and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

daniel f.

Dec 19, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great for a short stay

Anduin's review is spot on for both pluses and minuses. It is a great place to spend a couple days but I think the quirks would quickly turn to annoyances if we were staying longer than that.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anduin T.

Aug 3, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun, rustic house

This house is a bit unusual but in a good location with lots of space. Be prepared for some steep outdoor staircases though! The rooms were nice with enough space for everyone to spread out. The views of the trees and the visiting birds were great. The house was closer to "civilization" than I expected. On the up side this meant there were about 4 restaurants, two hiking areas / reserves, and a shopping area within walking distance. CASEM is in the shopping area and has great souvenirs. There is a small market next to it with basics like milk but also flour and sugar. Not many American brands though. There is also a nice selection of milk, cheese, and bread at the Cheese Factory. However being so close to all these things meant we had more road noise than I expected. Not bad, but I really didn't expect any. It was mostly noticeable in the morni g and late afternoon. There was also noise between floors (mostly walking on the floorboards) but once everyone was settled for the night it was quiet. We had a little problem with hot water and toilets but not too significant. Kitchen was better than expected, although small. Knives were dull but plenty of dishes, pots and pans, etc. The stairs are not for the faint of heart, especially in rain and/or dark. No one fell or anything but everyone was nervous especially if the were carrying something. Overall we really enjoyed our time there and would recommend it.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane N., Denver, Colorado

Jul 28, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Treehouse adventure for our families

We had a wonderful time staying at Sabine’s treehouse with our 2 families. There was plenty of space for all of us, and Sabine was wonderful in planning all of our activities for us. She scheduled guided tours with amazing guides, gave us great recommendations, and answered every question properly. She even went so far as to order birthday cakes with hand-written messages (one regular and she found a gluten free cake as well!) for us as we had two birthdays to celebrate. It took a lot of the stress of planning away from the trip and made it a wonderful experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian and Kristi K.

Jul 6, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place for Families

Amazing home! 2 families, 4 adults, 5 kids 7-17. We put one family upstairs, one family downstairs, and all the kids on the middle floor. Everything we needed and more! Sabine was attentive to all texts. Thank you Sabine!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda H.

May 15, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Treehouse

The overall property was nice and in a very unique location - it was nice to have so many options for beds as well. There is limited bathrooms and not a lot of hot water so that was a little frustrating for the group. For some floors you do have to go to other levels to use bathroom, and one of the stairs had a damaged step which cut my foot. There also isn't a microwave which was fine but just an FYI to people when shopping for food. We did see monkeys, lemurs and other cool animals from our treehouse which was very fun! Located within 10 minutes of longest zipline in latin america

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas R.

Jan 5, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun unique house set in the clouds

Sabine's house was a beautifully set unique home with 5 levels and multiple bedrooms. Loved the view from the small porch area on the third levels where wonderful birds visited every morning. Sabine was easy to communicate with and any supplies we needed were readily available. The property was set outside of Monteverde and private. The towns square was easily accessible with a short 2 minute drive. During our time there we went horseback riding at her stables and zipling at the original canopy tour both a must in our opinion.. our 4 children ages 6,9,11 &13 loved the many different places to explore on the property. Loved our time at Sabine's treetop house.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Mar 5, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highlight of our trip

Hard to capture how cool this house is with just a few photos. The beds are very comfortable, the house is clean, the location is great, and the host was very diligent. 10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Karen H.

Feb 17, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly Tree Top

Sabine was great, she set up tours, arranged transportation and was readily available. If you won't have your own car I suggest getting groceries before you check in. The house is set up into mini apartments with a lot of stairs which could be difficult for some. The decor fits with environment. We had a great time in Monteverde, it is a beautiful area.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Jan 28, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantasy Tree House

If you ever dreamed of living in a tree house, then this is the place. This 4-level home really brings that feeling alive. It's got lots of fun architectural details that will make the kid in you smile - and kids of all ages will love it. There's a ton of beds and enough bathrooms. The 4 floor lay out gives everyone their own space. Although we had a minor issue with the propane stove on the first night, we managed to cook for 7 people in the top floor kitchen. This space would not be good for people with mobility issues, but for anyone else it will be a very memorable and enjoyable vacation stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

John K.

Jan 13, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique house close to monteverde

We stayed here in early January with extended family and 2 small children. The check in was easy, others mentioned no hot water, it is just tricky to get it right, but once we figured it out we had no issues. Location- a little tricky to find, but super close to monteverde Kitchen -quite small, we rented the entire space, but had enough equipment to make several meals, the table only sat 4 people. Layout of house - lowest level- 2 beds and bathroom , 2nd floor - 2 beds and a bathroom, level 3- 3 rooms, 1- has 1 bed that is very odd shape so good for 1 person, the other 2 have 2 beds, but there is no bathroom so you either have to go downstairs to an outside bathroom (toilet only) or upstairs. Top floor has the kitchen and 2 beds that have curtains between them. The top floor is very noisy, and the wind scared our children. The floors are pretty noisy so when people walk you can hear it and also the sounds travel. Parking is easy for 3 cars Internet was slow but workable

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Mar 12, 2019

Great stay in a charming, unique home

Our group of 12 had a wonderful stay at Sabine’s spacious home. Sabine, our host, meet us at check in and gave us a thorough overview of the house and things to do nearby. She provided restaurant recommendations when needed and returned any messages immediately. Thanks to you and your daughter for the fantastic stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Sherri D., WESTMINSTER

Oct 31, 2018

Quirky house - lots of fun

We recently stayed at Treetop House in Monteverde, and we loved it. This is a very quirky house - loads of character which suited us perfectly. A word to anyone who is not fully able-bodied - there are loads of stairs in the house, so be aware. Sabine is a wonderful host, and she helped us get situated in the house when we arrived. She also arranged several tours for us with amazing guides / venues. Sabine told us that you have to play / fiddle with the taps to get hot water, and we fiddled a lot but we were only ever able to get hot water from one of the 3 showers in the property (top floor). The other two would give a blast of hot that quickly turned cold. Not a big deal, but there were a few minor things that folks renting this place should know... There isn't any shampoo / conditioner / etc - not a problem, but since most properties have it, you just need to be aware. There aren't any extra towels in the property, but Sabine will swap out for fresh ones if you ask. There are two kitchens in the property - top and bottom floor. Pick one - the cooktop doesn't seem to work in the bottom level, so go for the top. That's also where the dish soap was when we were there. You really don't want to be going back and forth with the soap. Overall, we would rent this property again. Sabine was very helpful, and we loved the quirkiness of this house. We'd give it 5 stars if there was reliable hot water for showers and a few more amenities (working cooktop, extra towels, shampoo, more dish soap...)

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Michele H.

Aug 23, 2018

eclectic house fits perfectly with the location, plenty of space and the kids loved it!

Wonderful stay. Sabine was a gracious and helpful host. There was plenty of space and our children loved exploring all the different levels and rooms. This was by far their top choice! We also scheduled a horseback ride with Sabine's stables and this was a highlight of our trip!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Sabine Hein

Sabine Hein is a german architect with special feeling for details, living since 1999 in Monteverde Costa Rica and also runs the Sabine's Smiling Horses in Monteverde and has a coffee farm nearby.

Why they chose this property

I love the mountain area with the Cloud Forest and its uniqueness
SOMETIMES SUNNY - SOMETIMES MISTY - ALWAYS MAGIC!!!

What makes this property unique

The best place in the mountains in the Cloud Forest of Monteverde to spend your vacation in this charming artistic house with privacy and gardens amongst other tourists. What our guest like most is the uniqueness in its kind of building and it "Quirkiness" to be explored. "The house itself is an adventure to come to Monteverde".