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Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs!

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A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.
A sign for Pure Trex Canyoning, indicating a waterfall attraction.
A spacious living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A group of people seated at an outdoor table with drinks and a menu.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a spiral staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Overlooking the mountains, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 2 bathrooms. It features a porch, deck, and balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore nearby sailing, tubing, and cave exploring activities. Visit Arenal Natura Ecological Park and Go Adventure Park for more adventure.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Natura Eco Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Massages in spa
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Washer/dryer

Explore the area

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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela
  • Place, Natura Eco Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Go Adventure Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Los Lagos Hot Springs
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs!

Enjoy our beautiful vacation home for family & friend vacations. Just outside of La Fortuna in the exclusive neighborhood of La Palma, you will find a small enclave of private homes and the top spa resort destinations in all of Costa Rica. Our home sits at the base of the famous Arenal Volcano on a quiet paved road ten minutes outside of La Fortuna and ten minutes from Lake Arenal!

We are a perfect jumping off point for many activities in the area such as canyoning, hiking, kayaking, rafting, horseback riding, ziplining, fishing, boating, ATV tours, etc. Our management team can help you with planning these activities and more such as transportation, rental cars, and activities around the country.

Delvis is our manager and your concierge! He will arrange for any activities you'd like to do in our area, as well as assist you with travel around Costa Rica. We are an easy three hour drive from the Guanacaste beaches.

It's an easy drive to town for dining, shopping, and nightlife. Or, if you prefer to stay in, we have a fully equipped kitchen with markets close by.

We have our dining table located on our covered patio to enjoy the tropical air and sound of water trickling by in the river behind the house.

Enjoy a yoga practice on the patio, or a nap in one of the hammocks.

We have two wood rockers on the front porch for relaxing, reading, birdwatching, and enjoying a favorite beverage (we do all at the same time!).

We have two private bedrooms and a loft. Each bedroom has a new queen size bed. The loft area has two, new twin beds. Each bedroom has its own A/C. The loft has its own A/C. And the powerful A/C in the kitchen cools the kitchen and living room. We have full size washer and dryer. Please be mindful that electricity is very expensive so please set the A/C to a higher temp. Or OFF before heading out on your adventures for the day.

We have a Smart TV for watching Amazon and Netflix or any other subscriptions you may have. Please be mindful if you sign in to desubscribe before you leave. We also have a DVD player with several popular movies. For extra security, we have simple security sticks in the window and slider tracks. We advise every guest to secure these whenever you leave the property.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Let Delvis know when you are leaving. Please sign out of all apps on the Smart TV.

Remove all personal items from the safe.

Please lock all windows and doors. Turn off all fans and A/C in every room.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Electricity usage: The kitchen A/C is powerful so keep it between 28-30. Please turn off A/C when going out for the day.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4572182
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

La Fortuna

Located in La Fortuna, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. Los Lagos Hot Springs and Baldi Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arenal Volcano National Park and Tabacon Hot Springs. Natura Eco Park and Go Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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La Fortuna, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Natura Eco Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Go Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Time - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Baldi Premium Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lemnos Wetbar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private, quiet home outside of busy La Fortuna, near hot springs! located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Natura Eco Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs. Go Adventure Park and Paradise Hot Springs are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked and convenient property! We absolutely loved watching the wildlife from the porch in the mornings with our coffee! One thing, might not be the best for anyone with mobility issues, as the tile is very slick and there are no rugs. But I’d absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a beautiful location. The property manager, Delvis, was excellent in taking care of us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2025
I’m so glad you had a great stay. I agree Delvis is the best! Thanks again for choosing our home for your stay in La Fortuna. Safe travels and pura vida! Bobbi
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a great place to stay and get away from all of the activity in La Fortuna. The kitchen and supplies were disappointingly sparse.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2026
Hey there Brad, Thanks for your review. Although, I’m concerned you were felt the kitchen and supplies were sparse. Was there something you expected that wasn’t there? Please let me know so I can make sure these things are replaced. Did you let my manager know what was missing? Thank you for taking the time to respond. Warm regards, Bobbi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean. They left a welcome fruit basket and some water coffee and milk. I would rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

beautiful house, ideal location

We really enjoyed our visit to the La Fortuna / Arenal area. This casa was just perfect! The location was super convenient, the house was clean and well-appointed, the property was beautiful. We will definitely stay here again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Excellent location, very clean and a good fit for our family of 5. Very attentive and kind, house well stocked. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2023
Alan, Thank you again for choosing my home for your stay in La Fortuna as well as your kind review. You and your family are welcome back anytime. Safe travels and pura vida! Bobbi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property & location

Very pleased with where we stayed, the privacy and overall house. The back patio was huge and a great place to relax. My only feedback is that those on a longer stay than us may appreciate an outdoor grill for evening meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for 2 couples

Very nice. Spacious. Great location. Comfy beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home and grounds were beautiful and very clean. Delvis was friendly and eager to help us schedule activities and provide information. In the yard we saw as many as 4 toucans in the tree at one time. We also saw the sloth. The location is convenient to La Fortuna and area attractions. We are glad that we choose to stay at this house rather than one of the nearby resorts.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
Hi Byron! Thanks so much for your great review. 🙏 I’m so glad you were able to enjoy the house and our beautiful birds and neighborhood sloth. What a treat! You’re welcome back anytime. Pura vida and safe travels. Bobbi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Its a great place to luanch yourself into the La Fortuna area. Just as an FYI there is a breaker box in the front of the property that will swith the electric back on if the electric goes out. The front porch is amazing for bird watching. Its very comfortable and centrally located. Had a great experience in this area of Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot near Arenal

We had a lovely stay in this house. Perfect location, manicured grounds, well appointed house, comfortable beds. Away from the commercial area of La Fortuna, but close to all the activities. We saw toucans and crested guans in the backyard. A sloth lives in one of the trees.It was quite rainy when we visited and the volcano was not visible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2025
Thank you Daniela for your kind words about our home in La Fortuna. Im so glad you were able to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and our wildlife. Our neighborhood sloth is always a treat to see! Safe travels and pura vida! Bobbi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Stay in La Fortuna

Overall the property is fantastic. Well located especially if you rent a car. It is very well cared for. I can't think of something we needed that wasn't provided already. The beds in the loft are squeaky, but our boys said they were very comfortable. The outside table/hammock was extremely relaxing and provided a fantastic chance to relax outdoors. We were very happy to have had such a wonderful time in La Fortuna.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a delightful home and stay. Gorgeous, well-appointed home with a spectacular backyard and balcony feature. Excellent location, near town, but quiet. Easily accessible to all La Fortuna has to offer. Favorite amenities included: large showers with hot water/good water pressure, plenty of room for a family of 5-6 people to spread out, comfortable beds, washer/dryer on-site, and a full, well-appointed Kitchen. The property manager is very communicative and helpful, making check in and check out smooth and simple. The owner/property manager answers any request in a timely manner. If I could give 6 stars, I would! Will definitely stay again when we return to Costa Rica.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, comfortable and safe home!

We stayed in 3 different homes, this was by far the nicest! We lives the air conditioning in the entire house versus just our bedrooms. Delvis was amazing, always checking on us. We got there very late and check in could not have been easier. The house was stocked with fresh fruit, coffee, water and creamer. We always felt safe and the property has a ton of security measures. LOTS of birds, especially Tucans! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home near Arenal

We stayed at Casa Tortuga in the middle of our Costa Rica Vacation. We drove in from Monteverde and the drive around Lake Arenal was scenic with some nice restaurants to stop and take a break. The house itself is very nice and in close proximity to the various Hot Springs. I was concerned regarding the previous posting regarding security. We didn't have any of those issues and just made sure to lock up before we left and utilize the provided safe for valuables. Property Owner communication was excellent throughout and I would definitely stay again next time we are in La Fortuna.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2023
Thank you Cliff! I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay. Safe travels and pura vida!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional home base

Well maintained, spacious, and extremely comfortable home to serve as a home base for enjoying the La Fortuna area. Outstanding guide and tour service within 100 yards of the property affording outstanding one on one tours. Delvis arranged a personal tour for us with Zander who was an amazing guide whom we highly recommend. There are many fine restaurants in the local area and the house has a kitchen that is well equipped for those who prefer to eat in. Delvis provided us with fresh fruit, milk, and bottled water on our first day. The yard was beautiful and a peaceful place to relax. The bed and pillows were amazing. This was a wonderful place to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Cindy. I am so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Delvis is amazing. He is revered in every aspect of guest service from our clients. I hope you will come back soon. 🙏💕 Bobbi
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Problem during our stay

We had a troubling event happen during our stay — the house was broken into and valuables were stolen. The property manger was a great help — we did not speak their language and worked as our interpreter. But needless to say, this experience put a damper on our vacation. So far we do not know if the property owner’s (or VRBO) insurance will cover any of our losses.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful vacation home!

The house was beautiful, comfortable, and very well set up! It felt like a mansion compared to all the other places we stayed at while traveling Costa Rica. It was bigger than we needed for just three of us, but it was a welcome break, and it was great to get to do a little laundry in the middle of our whirlwind trip. Casa Tortuga would be particularly awesome if you have a larger group to fill up the space, or were staying for a while and could really take advantage of the kitchen, comfy couches, and huge yard! The location was perfect for us! PureTrek was on our short list for outings and is right close by. The neighborhood is quiet and lacks the crowds, which we really appreciated, but really is right near the hot springs and is just a very short drive to downtown. Delvis, the manager, was very helpful and took care of arrangements for our canyoning tour and answered all of our questions. And all the fresh fruit he put in the house for us when we arrived was awesome and super appreciated! Thanks for sharing your vacation home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2024
Thank you for your amazing review! I’m so glad you enjoyed your time in La Fortuna and the house. You’re welcome back anytime. Safe travels and pura vida! Bobbi
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastico

Great place, right by pure trek canyoning which we did the rappelling and rafting with, the communication with the managers was great, the house was perfect for a family of five, the loft upstairs was nice for 2 kids. Comfortable beds, very spacious for a family of five, close by everything, we also did the 2 day pass at the springs which was a cool place to hang out after a day of adventures. Felt very safe, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location beautiful property

Perfect space for two couples or in our case a couple and a friend traveling together. Close to all La Fortuna has to offer, Arenal NP, hot springs, great bars and restaurants. Thoroughly enjoyed our too brief stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Our family enjoyed several days at this property. The location was perfect for enjoying all the activities near Arenal. The property manager was so helpful! We highly recommend this lovely rental. Horses and cows grazing in the adjacent pastures was an amazing surprise! Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Family adventure

Fabulous house in a beautiful tropical setting ! Perfect location for all your adventures ! The owner and manager were extremely responsive and helpful in all our needs ! We will definitely return here again . This was our second time in Costa Rica ! We spent one week at Arenal and this House was the perfect base camp for our adrenaline filled activities and our restorative evenings spent at the thermal spas in the area! Lots of room , well equipped and extremely clean . Thank you ! Pura Vida
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun 2023
What wonderful comments. Thank you so much Andrea. I’m so glad hear you had a fabulous time. Please come back again soon. Pura vida!

About the host

Hosted by Bobbi Berteaux

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Hello! I'm an elementary school teacher (recently retired!) living in southern California. I love to travel and practice yoga.

Why they chose this property

My husband (of 40+ years!) Ed and I love to travel and fell in love with Costa Rica after visiting family there in 2007. We decided to build our vacation home with just the goal of going a few times a year.

We decided in November 2016 to share our home with others and the tranquility of this beautiful area of Costa Rica.

What makes this property unique

This area of Costa Rica has not only temperate weather (much cooler and less humid that the coastal areas) but volcanic-heated hot springs, waterfalls, kayaking, fishing, rafting, gorgeous resorts, but also an incredible volcano! This region also boasts so much biodiversity it's astounding! Between the birds, butterflies, orchids/plant life and abundant animal life there's so much to experience that I recommend a stay of at least 3-4 days.

If you’re fortunate, you may see our resident sloth(s) in the trees behind our house!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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