We enjoyed our week at this property. Very comfortable house. The check in experience was great -- the property manager was amazing and so helpful! Kitchen was fairly well stocked. No hair dryer, but the property manager graciously brought us one to use. Compared to other places we have rented around the lake, there is not as much privacy here with many houses in the small development and the pool house right next door. But, certainly not a deal breaker. We saw many birds, including toucans daily, right from the deck and even saw a sloth walking the power line down the road to the development! The local pizza place is great. Lake Arenal Brewery is very close. Location is good to get to Monte Verde and LaFortuna. We would recommend staying here.