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Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano.

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Exterior
Room
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

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Monterrey, Alajuela Province

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano.

Make yourself at home in this new peaceful retreat house with a stunning view of the Arenal Volcano. Relax in the hot tub or just lay in the hammock and listen to the many birds that make the property their home. In the evening you can have a BBQ on the oversized deck or watch your favorite movie on our 65 in TV, or maybe do some work at our workstation with a 27in i mac and fiber optics. This retreat house offers all the serenity of being in the country with all the luxury of a modern home, yet only 15 min from La Fortuna and all of the Hot Springs and activities.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Return the keys
Turn off AC when not in room
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4336376vb
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: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property

About the area

Monterrey

Located in Monterrey, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Go Adventure Park and Natura Eco Park are also worth visiting.
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Monterrey, Alajuela Province

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shangri-La Gardens - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Time - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sloffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Raúl Castaño - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Zen Retreat in gated property with perfect view of the volcano. located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Go Adventure Park, Tabacon Hot Springs and Arenal Volcano National Park. Los Lagos Hot Springs and Baldi Hot Springs are also within 6 miles (10 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. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 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

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying here! The home has tons of space, beautiful views, comfortable beds, an amazing kitchen. Spending quiet time here after active days was the perfect way to unwind.
The entrance to the property is just before this sign, on the right. This was a helpful landmark for us so wanted to share.
Just relaxing in the hammock and taking in the beautiful view from the outdoor space!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spyridon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Nice outdoor area. Very helpful and responsive host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vera L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a wonderful stay! Everything was as described. Woke up to beautiful volcano views each day. Location was convenient for sightseeing nearby attractions and it was great to come home to a peaceful and serene environment in the evenings.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful, very clean and comfortable. Great location, just far enough away to disconnect and close enough to La Fortuna for day trips. Brian and Dennis were very helpful and made sure we had a nice stay. If I get a chance to come back to CR this is where I will stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb, 2026
The very best guest ever we welcome you back anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We are absolutely in love with this gorgeous home! Definitely the best stay in Costa Rica for us! Thanks Cali the dog for the warm welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb, 2026
You are the best !!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the Zen Retreat. It is a beautiful location and the amenities were great. We did have some trouble finding the place. The pin on VRBO took us to pasture about 2 miles away. Once the host verified the location with pictures and the correct pin, we found it. We would definitely stay there again. Thanks.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodations are very comfortable and clean. The kitchen and bathrooms are very suitable for a medium size family. The location is close to La Fortuna for us to enjoy excursions around the Arenal region. The beautiful deck is a wonderful spot to sit outside and enjoy the scenic view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible experience!!! The house and grounds were gorgeous and it's a fun and beautiful 20 minute drive to Fortuna. Brian & his brother Dennis were awesome. We would highly encourage anyone interested in the Hot Springs to get a Day Pass at Baldi and the self guided sloth tour in Fortuna is definitely worth the 20. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with phenomenal views. Great kitchen. The hot tub was wonderful. Some maintenance issues, one of the 2 toilets was not working.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy C.

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

Beautiful home

Its was in a great location with pretty views. The house was wonderful and the process was easy Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S.

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

Amazing home and location

This is a great home. It’s out-of-the-way and quiet and peaceful. I would strongly recommend staying here if you want to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica and the La Fortuna area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar, 2025
You are the Best !! Thank You
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deena W.

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

Relaxing stay in beautiful Monterrey

We enjoyed a wonderful vacation staying at this lovely property. Clean, spacious and quiet with everything we needed. The hosts took great care of us, very welcoming and communicative. We enjoyed the hot tub every evening after hiking, rafting, riding, etc. We would definitely come back and highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar, 2025
The perfect family I was lucky to have them! Everything was immaculate on there departure just good people.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, great host who was very responsive. Only opportunity to improve is the directions and branding of the property. Arrived in the night and the house is in a remote area of CR. Ensure your prepared for spotty cell service close to the home. That said it's worth finding, absolutely beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stavid

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful space with gorgeous surroundings. Location was great for trips into La Fortuna and Rio Celeste and in a quiet location to allow for full relaxation after long days of exploring the area. The house was beyond well equipped with everything you would need. We loved listening to the cows on the neighboring property, all the birds, lizards and other wildlife that was around the property and especially our daily visits from Cali - the friendliest dog ever! They also had a Christmas tree and a chilled bottle of wine waiting for us - which was so welcomed after a very long day of travel. We loved this place and would come back here in a second!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing house! The views of Arenal are so breathtaking that it’s hard to capture in words. The house is stunning and is fully equipped with high end touches. Fresh flowers were in the kitchen and bathroom making it feel like a luxury hotel. The host took great care to get us situated and is so kind that we felt comfortable from the start. It’s a spectacular property and was truly a place we will never forget.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2025
The best family ever good people would love to see them again anytime!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spacious house, all one needs, laundry room, jacuzzi, external fireplace, perfect view of the volcano, friendly dog and reception by caretaker. Negative is no clear directions, no signs to property off the main highway or at the location. The photo shows the gate closed, yet is open when we arrived so we could not connect both. Identified the dog in the pic, was waiting for us outside on the road.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

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

Volcano view!

This place was amazing. Not too far from La Fortuna, but wow! What a view! Brian was fantastic to deal with. An expat with the best communication you could ask for. I felt like I had a million questions about Costa Rica in general and he was quick to answer them in detail. The property is top notch, the best my family has ever stayed at. If you want a relaxing stay in Costa Rica that isn't too far from the attractions near La Fortuna, I would advise you stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul, 2025
The best family just good people welcome them back in a minute !! Pura Vida
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristin w.

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

To The "T"

This property was to the "T" exactly what is pictured in every photo, probably better. Spectacularly clean, open, well stocked, beautiful, comfortable and convenient to La Fortuna and the volcano. Brian was superb in communication to the start and even brought up bottles of water in the middle of our stay. If I could get away from work once a month, I would come back to stay every time in heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2025
Your The Very Best!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Great house with georgeous views!

We had a fantastic stay! The owner was very easy to get in touch with and responded quickly. Our flight got canceled coming in and we ended up arriving the day after we originally planned and the owner was super patient with all of the changes and even offered us an extra day. The back patio was beatiful with amazing views of the volcano. We made good use of the hammock and enjoyed an afternoon in the hottub. The rooms had great AC and there was a full functioning, up to date kitchen. The large glass doors from the living and dining room opened up the area and allowed a nice breeze to come through. We enjoyed our stay so much and hope to be back to visit again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan, 2025
Julie you are very kind and am grateful for your feedback Many thanks Brian
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Dos Guayabas, Brian’s place near La Fortuna. The house was very comfortable and immediately felt like a home away from home. We absolutely loved the views, the peace and quiet, and how thoughtfully Brian set everything up so we could truly relax and settle in. The hot tub was a highlight, and my personal favorite was lying in the hammock with the cool breeze after a day of touring. One of the special touches was being surrounded by nature—we were lucky enough to see toucans flying by, which was unforgettable. There’s also a very friendly dog next door that our kids looked forward to petting every day, which added to the charm of the stay.The location is perfect: about 15 minutes from downtown La Fortuna, but far enough away to enjoy tranquility and nature. There are a few great restaurant options nearby in Monterrey, including two spectacular spots with amazing views—Poró and Jalapas—as well as convenient grocery stores just a five-minute drive away. If you’re looking for a quiet, comfortable place to unwind while still being relatively close to everything, this is an excellent choice.Rooms have AC but not really needed as the place cools down nicely with the breeze. Kitchen is well stocked, including a nice selection of spices and other items that you don't want to purchase for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnaud

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
La casa es muy bonito y el entorno es super agradable. Nos encanto todo. Ojala podamos volver algun dia.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louis A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2025
The best

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