Our stay at this jungle oasis was perfect. Michael welcomed us when we arrived and had plenty of recommendations for activities and food that really enhanced our stay. Michael's property is a hand-crafted labor of love- you really need to see it to appreciate the thought that went into the layout. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and listening to the plentiful wildlife around the villa including toucans and howler monkeys. We ended each day watching the sunset over Lake Arenal from the pool or hot tub. We loved our time at Michael's place immensely.
Daniel L.
2025 年 2 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Cherie S.
2023 年 6 月 9 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing location
Great views. Very friendly host.
Cherie S.
2023 年 5 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jason I.
2023 年 11 月 20 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Fantastic property with amazing views!
The amazing views are worth the trip to this truly unique property! The host was very helpful, kind, and he shared a few excellent recommendations that made our first trip to Costa Rica incredible.
Jason I.
2023 年 11 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
brianne s.
2024 年 4 月 6 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Exceeded All Expectations
This stay was unbelievable. The pool, hot tub, views and wildlife were exceptional. Having the owner on site was very helpful but did not subtract from any sense of privacy. We will look to come back.
brianne s.
2024 年 3 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Joshua U.
2024 年 11 月 14 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing!!!
Amazing views, Amazing host, Amazing house! Did I say amazing? From the start Michael wasn’t just the host he was our insider lol. Informed us of local spots you won’t find doing an excursion, checked to see if we needed anything daily and just plain out accommodating on everything. Morning coffee over looking the lake and hearing the monkeys and toucans. Doesn’t get much better. Strongly recommend, you won’t be disappointed!!
Joshua U.
2024 年 11 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Nicole F.
2023 年 6 月 15 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Family vacation
We had a wonderful stay at Michael's house. It was beautiful and He was a fabulous host always helping us with directions and places to go. Tons of birds to watch and my daughter loved the pool. I really enjoyed a night in the hot tub watching bats flying around!
Nicole F.
2023 年 6 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Marcy B.
2023 年 1 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Michael's place
Michael's property is beautiful and comfortable. We enjoyed walking the garden paths and using the wonderful hot tub with a view. Michael was a great host.
Marcy B.
2023 年 1 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Sandra S.
2023 年 7 月 31 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Beautiful property
Property was gorgeous and peaceful, beautiful view, home, pool, gym, trails, wildlife. Michael was super accommodating and helpful but also gave us lots of privacy. As advertised the road to get there can be challenging and is 1 hour drive to La Fortuna.
Sandra S.
2023 年 7 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Peter P.
2024 年 6 月 18 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Worth the trek.
Spent 2 weeks in Costa Rica, this was my favorite because it is far enough from cities to feel relaxed but close enough to complete activities. Michael was beyond accommodating, with advice on places to go and things to do. We loved his dogs too. The view is spectacular. Their are several way to get to the home and I imagine can be semi tedious without a 4x4, but easy enough to find. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Peter P.
2024 年 6 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jessica D.
2024 年 7 月 20 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Casa Karon
We loved everything about our stay at Casa Karon. Michael was a wonderful host and communicated with us as if he was anticipating the arrival of dear friends. The house was gorgeous and every detail was perfect- the decor, comfortable beds and the porch for watching birds and clouds roll in over the lake. Our kids loved the pool and hot tub. The waterslide was on their top 3 list of things they did while in Costa Rica. We enjoyed walking the grounds, relaxing with friends, swimming, and observing nature all around. It was a perfect spot. I wish we had stayed longer! We hope to come back again.
Jessica D.
2024 年 7 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Christine H.
2023 年 3 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Fabulous
The rental is beautiful with spectacular sunsets over Lake Arenal and the rain/cloud forest. Many birds and even spotted two toucans. Each morning we woke to howling monkeys and birds. Magical. Thank you Michael for sharing this beautiful home.
Christine H.
2023 年 3 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Josh W.
2023 年 2 月 27 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Stunning location and a wonderful host. What more could you ask for?
My family's time at Casa Karon was a top highlight of our vacation in Costa Rica. If a spectacular location and an extremely accommodating host is what you're looking for, then look no further. We were treated like family the moment we arrived to this gorgeous compound hidden in the hills above Nuevo Arenal. This is a rental and host experience many try to replicate but few master. Well done Michael! We will absolutely be back for a visit!
Josh W.
2023 年 2 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Nathan H.、New Boston, New Hampshire, USA
2023 年 3 月 9 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Wonderful property and a fantastic host
We weren't sure what to expect in Nuevo Arenal when we booked and we couldn't have been more pleasantly surprised. Getting to the house was an adventure, which was perfect for us. The town was lovely and the property couldn't have been more beautiful. The house was really fantastic, and it was built by the owner, Micheal, who was an incredibly gracious and kind host. I really can't say enough kind things about him. He really made us feel incredibly welcome. If you have a chance to stay here, I highly recommend it.
Nathan H.
2023 年 3 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Christine B.
2024 年 3 月 27 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Paradise!
Beautiful property, the views and grounds are gorgeous. The home is clean and everything in good repair. We spent most of our time on the covered porch, enjoying the views over the lake.
After a long travel day we allowed time in our schedule to spend the first day of our stay at the property, walk the grounds a bit and enjoy the pool/hot tub.
As mentioned in other reviews, the host lives in another house on property which was reassuring when in such a remote spot -- we had rental car troubles and it was nice to have someone to provide recommendations for a mechanic if needed, etc.
We didn't want to leave and would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
Christine B.
2024 年 3 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Katie F.
2024 年 3 月 30 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing sights and sounds of the rainforest
Our stay at Casa Karon was for 3 nights, sandwiched between our visit to Papagayo and then closer to the coast near San Jose. Seeing Toucans and small parrots and sitting on the bench on the deck overlooking the forest in the morning was my favorite. The pool and hottub were amazing, and it really is cooler there than other parts of Costa Rica. Michael was a wealth of knowledge and fun to talk to. The grounds were immaculately kept given the environment and the flora was amazing. We definitely had fun with our new camera!
Tip- be sure to keep all food sealed and put away to avoid the ants coming in!
Katie F.
2024 年 3 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
David B.
2024 年 2 月 2 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Heavenly View
Outstanding views from the terrace and the sunsets were incredible. The beautiful and tastefully decorated house was perfectly setup for the four of us and we thoroughly enjoyed exploring the area. Michael was very kind and helpful giving us excellent advice on places to see and things to do! He even took the time to replace the water in the hot tub and turn it on while we were away hiking the volcano so that we came back to a nice, hot, clean soak - Thank You Michael!
Be sure to have a meal at Gingerbread's. The food was by far the best we had in our two weeks in Costa Rica and the atmosphere and owner made it even more delightful.
Pura Vida!
Dave, Carol, Amanda & Ryan
David B.
2024 年 1 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Diane M.
2023 年 7 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing place to stay!
This quiet out-of-the-way accommodation was wonderful! Michael, the host was very engaging and fun to talk with. He knew a lot about the area and gave us some short cut roads although bumpy did save a bunch of time. Just don’t drive them at night ha ha which we did. He gets foggy and dark and hard to see. The only regret is we didn’t stay around the property for a full day to see the birds, but we had already planned so many activities in the area.
Diane M.
2023 年 7 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Chadd D.
2023 年 12 月 31 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Private with great views
Loved it. Amazing views with privacy. Perfect setup for families especially if you have children, our children are 17 + and still loved it.
Michael has a lot of great recommendations. Definitely go for dinner at the Gingerbread House, it was amazing!
It was a bit of a drive to La Fortuna, where most of our activities were, but definitely worth it.
I don’t usually leave reviews, but with Michael’s overwhelming hospitality and beautiful property, I felt obliged to leave a few comments.
Thanks again for everything Michael.
Also would like to comment on how amazing the people of Costa Rica are. Super friendly and hospitable. Loved the trip.
Chadd D.
2023 年 12 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Daniel P.、Saint Paul
2023 年 3 月 10 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Beautiful home, welcoming host
We had an incredible stay at Michael’s beautiful home. He recommends getting in before dark but we had some travel delays that had us arrive at night. Michael’s directions were very clear and we found the house relatively easily. Definitely recommend a 4x4 vehicle but our 2WD sedan didn’t have any issues. Our kids never wanted to leave the pool and slide and the hot tub had an incredible view overlooking lake Arenal. The house was very spacious, clean and comfortable. Their yard also had a huge variety of blooming flowers and unique plants. We highly recommend staying here and would love to return someday!
Daniel P.
2023 年 3 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Nadia D.
2024 年 1 月 7 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Slice of paradise!
We stayed 5 days in this wonderful property. The house is beautifully built with breathtaking views and lush natural surroundings. It has everything you need for rest, relaxation and fun! We fully enjoyed the beautiful pool and hot tub. The deck was great for enjoying morning coffee while taking in the view and birdwatching. Michael made us feel at home right from the start. He generously provided recommendations and always ensured we had everything we needed. The place is indeed remote, but this is what makes it so special. I would recommend it to friends and family without hesitation. I would recommend reserving at least one or two days during your stay at Michael and Kelly's without any planned activities so that you can kick back and enjoy everything this wonderful property has to offer.
Nadia D.
2024 年 1 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Rebecca K.
2024 年 2 月 2 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Such a special place!
This remarkable property was more than we expected. Although it is secluded and a bit off the beaten path, my husband and I had read the reviews and were fully expecting (and actually looking forward to) the isolation. The property owner greeted us shortly after our arrival, and gave us a warm welcome and superb recommendations and suggestions for where to find what we needed— including a few grocery items and the best restaurants in the area. After touring Fortuna the first few days, we decided that our last day we would spend just on the property. The pool was so refreshing and the hot tub was absolutely perfect and relaxing. Michael, the property owner, made himself available when we had questions and was a most gracious host. He truly has the gift of hospitality, and all of the amenities provided on the property clearly demonstrated that. We loved experiencing this beautiful private place and would highly recommend to anyone!
Rebecca K.
2024 年 1 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Liandra W.
2023 年 9 月 4 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Jungle paradise!
Wonderful property with jungle outlook. It’s a bit off the tourist track and a 15 minute journey on a gravel road to get there but that’s what we liked about it. Views from the balcony are gorgeous and a lovely place to sit and watch the birds.The bird life is amazing. Kids loved the pool and slide. The jacuzzi is wonderful! The beds and pillows were the most comfortable we’ve ever had. You don’t need air conditioning as it’s nice a cool and there are fans if you need. Michael (the host) is brilliant, helpful with tips and ideas - all of his suggested were brilliant- and accommodating. Hanging bridges, waterfall, free hot springs, and paid hot springs, hiking round volcano or just chilling at the property were all amazing. We had a truly incredible stay at this property. Would come back in a heartbeat! Highly recommend!
Liandra W.
2023 年 8 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Dan G.
2023 年 7 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Wonderful Time in Costa Rica
The trip to Costa Rica was great, the house was wonderful, and the host Michael was amazing! Even before we met Michael we felt cared for. Michael gave us great advice on things to do and see. The day after we met Michael I stopped him on his way to work and talked about using his jacuzzi , Michael stopped everything and got to work setting the jacuzzi up and heated it up so everything would be ready when we got back from our day. A week after we had gone I realized I forgot to take a picture of something on his property and he sent it to me as soon as was possible. These are just some examples of what made us feel cared for rather than just paying guests! The landscape and birds on the property were beautiful. Overall it was an amazing experience, “Pura Vida”!
Dan G.
2023 年 7 月に 8 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Richard S.
2023 年 12 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Simply Amazing!
Our first trip to Costa Rica and all we can say is WOW! We felt like we were in a mini-Disney oasis in the middle of the jungle. The landscaping, pool slide, hot tub, deck and lake/volcano views were amazing and the accommodations were excellent! Beautiful gated community and Michael the host was so knowledgeable and helpful when needed, but totally gave us our space to enjoy the vacation of a lifetime.
We flew into Liberia and rented a 4x4 SUV (a must for the unpaved "monkey" roads). Michael contacted us the night of our arrival and advised us to stay in town since it was raining and very foggy. However, we pressed on and using the WAZE app for navigation, were able to make it there in the dark (not for the faint of heart). There are several shortcuts if you like a good "Costa Rican Massage" to get up to the house and within a day or two we knew our way around and enjoyed the adventure of driving back home in the dark almost every night.
We highly recommend this property - it's beautiful and feels like your own mini-resort. Michael the host was the best! It was exactly what we were looking for as we were away from the congested tourist area of La Fortuna while still only about 45min scenic drive to all the fun activities. Also highly recommend the Gingerbread Restaurant! Pura Vida!
Richard S.
2023 年 12 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
louise m.
2024 年 1 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Beautiful home with spectacular views
My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. The description is dead on, so make sure to read all the details! There are 2 houses on the property, and the host lives in one. However, the house is very private and he is a wealth of information, so it’s a definite plus, especially if it’s your first trip to the area. (He did go on vacation shortly after we arrived, but we did get a lot of info when we got there and he was available by phone.)
The house itself is perfect, and the deck overlooking nature is spectacular. You can see the lake easily everyday and if it’s not too cloudy you can see the Arenal Volcano from the back window!
You will not be right in La Fortuna where the hub of tourism is, and that’s just what we wanted. We enjoyed driving on various (sometimes bumpy) routes to see the sights. It’s so incredibly beautiful, that no time is wasted. We spent 5 days at the house before we went off to the beach, which was not too long at all… there are endless things to see and do… and not do. Our kids spent hours and hours in the pool and had a blast! We enjoyed cooking and hanging out with the beauty of nature all around us and wanted to stay forever.
As long as you don’t mind driving a bit, you will love this property! Micheal is an excellent host and generous man. We genuinely enjoyed our time here and would come back for sure!
p.s. there is laundry on site as well!!
louise m.
2024 年 1 月に 5 泊滞在
オーナーについて
オーナー : Michael and Kelly Karon
この宿泊施設のオーナーになった理由
2 Words---Resident Toucan! After traveling all of Costa Rica in search of our dream property, we knew in an instant this was our paradise. It was a combination of cooler weather, lush rainforest, lake and volcano views and above all privacy, peace and security. Casa Karon is pure Costa Rica, our little piece of heaven.