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6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 174700 sq ft
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Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 17)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bed
6 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 6
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 7
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 21
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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
About the area
Arenal
Located in Arenal, this villa is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Arenal and Tenorio Volcano National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider FlyZone Wakeboard School and Monteverde Frog Pond. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.

Nuevo Arenal/Tilaran
Getting around
Restaurants
- Café & Macadamia - 8 min drive
- Tom's Pan German Bakery
- La Tortuga
- Casa Italia - 7 min drive
- Restaurante Brisas del Lago - 25 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
18 Apr, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jeremiah c.
22 Apr, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
jeremiah c.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Morgan F.
15 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Morgan F.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laurie V.
7 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laurie V.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jay S.
12 Apr, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jay S.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jace P.
26 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jace P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bevin h.
24 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




bevin h.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vincent S.
9 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vincent S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Marni R.
16 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marni R.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shannon S.
28 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Shannon S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan A.
26 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donna V.
16 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Donna V.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina F.
2 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christina F.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric B.
30 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eric B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian B.
17 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Brian B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bryan
20 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Bryan
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne H.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anne H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sue R.
3 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Sue R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert E.
24 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendid!
Robert E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Afshin F.
24 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A must book
Afshin F.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
29 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Amy P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Property for both small families and large groups!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Spencer C.
14 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic and fun stay near Lake Arenal
Spencer C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lucrecia C.
17 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lucrecia C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charlene J.
10 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charlene J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
About the host
Hosted by Patrick Hughes
Patrick Hughes: Is the head cook, bottle washer and buck stop at “The Sunset”. If you need something special, out of the ordinary, corresponding to a birthday, celebration etc. talk to him and it will happen. He also promises to coordinate your chosen activities, meals and transportation to make your stay enjoyable, hassle free and unforgettable.
Why they chose this property
A one bedroom , one bath home that we rebuilt from the ground up, a complete renovation, ending with 6 bedrooms and 6 en suite bathrooms, 26 acres of rain forest, high atop a hill, near the town of Nuevo Arenal, Costa Rica. An absolutely breathtaking view overlooking nearly the entire Lake Arenal valley and on clear days a perfect view of frequently erupting Volcano Arenal, all within minutes of some of the worlds premier adventure activities and natural treasures, was more than enough to convince the Hughes family to risk a move to the beautiful and nearly undiscovered gem of Lake Arenal, Costa Rica. So we took the risk and bought the property, then the work began. A complete renovation turning it into labor of love where we wanted to be and knew others would love as well!
What makes this property unique
'The Sunset' Luxury Guesthouse has six beautifully appointed bedrooms, bathrooms en suite featuring Costa Rican art throughout. With a gourmet kitchen, large shared library/TV room, dining hall, wi-fi, and laundry . Guests enjoy a large, indoor, swimming pool with attached jacuzzi and gymnasium, with pool table and ping pong table.
A frequent question we receive is why we have a "indoor pool house" true it is unique to the area and the only enclosed pool house around. The reason is simple "people just do not go swimming in the rain". We want our guests to enjoy every aspect of their stay and no matter how gorgeous an outside pool is in sunny weather, we are realists that understand that when it rains you aren't going to go swimming outside. So with our unique indoor pool, guest groups can and do enjoy swimming, the jacuzzi, workout area, ping pong and billiards, till the wee hours if they like, under roof and protected from a sudden downpour, guests just love it and we are the only ones that offer it.
We strive to accommodate all dietary restrictions and put out world class meals for your group to enjoy.
We do everything we can to ease your transition in to paradise and are on hand, yet non obtrusive and no more than a phone call away to come over and help arrange the vacation that you REALLY want! We can set up all activities up for you, so you have one less thing to worry about and so much more time to enjoy!
'The Sunset' Guesthouse is for singles, couples, families, corporate groups and all those that know how to travel well.
A frequent question we receive is why we have a "indoor pool house" true it is unique to the area and the only enclosed pool house around. The reason is simple "people just do not go swimming in the rain". We want our guests to enjoy every aspect of their stay and no matter how gorgeous an outside pool is in sunny weather, we are realists that understand that when it rains you aren't going to go swimming outside. So with our unique indoor pool, guest groups can and do enjoy swimming, the jacuzzi, workout area, ping pong and billiards, till the wee hours if they like, under roof and protected from a sudden downpour, guests just love it and we are the only ones that offer it.
We strive to accommodate all dietary restrictions and put out world class meals for your group to enjoy.
We do everything we can to ease your transition in to paradise and are on hand, yet non obtrusive and no more than a phone call away to come over and help arrange the vacation that you REALLY want! We can set up all activities up for you, so you have one less thing to worry about and so much more time to enjoy!
'The Sunset' Guesthouse is for singles, couples, families, corporate groups and all those that know how to travel well.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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