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Bright Forest Retreat – 2BR w/ Balcony, Walk to Town, Birds & Wildlife

Apartment in Monteverde with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Balcony
Queen bed
Living Room
Terrace/Balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4645.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Monteverde, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Curi-Cancha Reserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bright Forest Retreat – 2BR w/ Balcony, Walk to Town, Birds & Wildlife

Welcome to our second-story eco-apartment in central Monteverde—a peaceful and inviting space designed for birders, nature lovers, families, and couples. Tucked among native trees and flowering plants that attract birds and wildlife, our home offers a rare combination of tranquility and walkable access to Monteverde’s best trails, shops, and restaurants.

Wake up to birdsong and morning mist as you sip coffee from your private balcony. You might spot toucans, monkeys, or even a curious coati passing by. In the evening, enjoy sunset colors over the canopy—a perfect end to a day of exploration.

What You’ll Love -
✔ 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment: one queen bed and one full bed—ideal for a family or two couples
✔ Private balcony with peaceful garden and sky views
✔ Fully equipped kitchen with essentials for home-cooked meals
✔ Hot water on demand and reliable 100 Mbps fiber-optic WiFi—great for remote work or streaming
✔ Safe, gated property with dedicated parking (no 4x4 needed)
✔ Bright, airy second-story unit with full access to shared gardens and small forest trail

Perfect Location in Monteverde -
✔ Just 3 km from Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve and Santa Elena town
✔ Walk to trails at Curi-Cancha and the Children’s Eternal Rainforest (Bajo del Tigre)—only 0.5 km away
✔ Directly across from:
  - Monteverde Coffee Coop
  - CASEM Women’s Artisan Coop
  - La Cuchara de la Abuela
  - Stella’s Bakery (a local favorite!)

You’re close to everything, yet nestled in a calm, bird-filled oasis. Our Eco-Friendly Commitment:

✔ Native trees and flowering plants designed to restore wildlife habitat
✔ On-site coffee plants growing Monteverde beans
✔ Compost and recycling available for guest use
✔ A portion of each stay is donated to CORCLIMA, supporting local conservation and climate efforts
✔ No pesticides used on property—we support a thriving food web for native birds and pollinators

A Note About Nature - Because you’re close to the forest, you may see harmless insects—part of the natural ecosystem here. We provide a clean, sanitized space between every stay and respect both guest comfort and the local environment. We also have essential oils and cotton if you want to rub across the window sill as this will help reduce mini-ants coming to visit. Even scorpions are not dangerous here, so we try to remember that they too serve an important purpose in our eco-system.

Your Stay, Your Way - We’re happy to offer personalized local tips—or give you complete privacy for a self-guided stay. Whether you’re traveling as a family or with friends, our home offers the perfect blend of comfort, calm, and connection to nature.

Make Your Monteverde Memories Here -Where forest meets community, and every morning starts with birdsong.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be under adult supervision
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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
- Check for any personal items - Close all windows and lock the door with the deadbolt - unlock the gate, then return keys to lockbox and check it is locked - message that you have left
If you enjoyed your stay, we’d be grateful if you could take a moment to leave us a 5-star review. If we could have improved anything please let us know in a direct message so we can fix it.
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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Monteverde

Located in Monteverde, this apartment is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Arenal Volcano National Park. The Bat Jungle and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Monteverde, Puntarenas Province

What's nearby

  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 6 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 173 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Colibrí - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Laggus - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Green - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raíces Restaurante - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bright Forest Retreat – 2BR w/ Balcony, Walk to Town, Birds & Wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bright Forest Retreat – 2BR w/ Balcony, Walk to Town, Birds & Wildlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bright Forest Retreat – 2BR w/ Balcony, Walk to Town, Birds & Wildlife?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bright Forest Retreat – 2BR w/ Balcony, Walk to Town, Birds & Wildlife located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of The Bat Jungle, Children's Eternal Rain Forest Bajo del Tigre and Curi-Cancha Reserve. Monteverde Friends School - Escuela de los Amigos and Friends Meeting House are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jorge Torres

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I am native to Monteverde and have lived most of my life in the area. I am a Naturalist guide (inquire about tours), biologist who has worked extensively in education/conservation. My wife is originally from Morocco, speaks 4 languages (English, French, Spanish, Luxembourguish) works in bringing solar to nonprofits and public health. We have a young boy that keeps us busy and happy.

We love to hear about where our guests come from and what brings them here. We hope you will enjoy your stay with us.

Why they chose this property

When you stay with us, you are helping support a local family with deep ties to the community. We take great care to keep our place clean and hope our guests are comfortable in the time they spend indoors. The apartment has two separate bedrooms, both with full beds. The bathroom offers hot water shower, low-flow toilet, and washer and dryer unit. There is a great deck right off the kitchen with nice view towards Monteverde central. Be prepared to spot some birds and occasional monkeys.

What makes this property unique

Monteverde has a great grass field where locals like to hang out in the afternoons (weather permitting). Plus you can't beat dining at Tramontis, or Cabure, enjoy the Bat jungle and chocolate tour, join a coffee tour, or visit CASEM (women's coop). Plus the best bakeries in town (Zuccaros and Stellas) are right here. Tour companies will pick you up in front of the coffee house. We are happy to help you book tours and guide you to some of the best Monteverde has to offer. We will be as hands-on as you like or simply give you the keys and see you as you check out.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish