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Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER

Unplug from it all surrounded by nature's symphony – howler monkeys and birdsong filling your days. Enjoy rejuvenating evenings near a roaring fireplace.

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TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER

Villa Millon just 7 km from Valcono Arenal, 675m above sea level overlooking the volcano, rainforest, and pastures. Front floor to ceiling windows, provide an impressive view of Volcano Arenal. Wake to the sound of howler monkeys and wildlife.
OVERVIEW:
Villa Millon just 7 km from Valcono Arenal, 675m above sea level overlooking the volcano, rainforest, and pastures. Front floor to ceiling windows, provide an impressive view of Volcano Arenal. Wake to the sound of howler monkeys and wildlife.
Six people can live comfortably in this beautiful home in its beautiful location. Three bedrooms including a 2013 addition of a beautiful master bedroom as well as 2015 addition of outside breezeway patio where you can relax on hammocks, bench and picnic table and grill.
The home has 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms: One Bedroom accommodating a King, One a Queen, and one with two twin beds that are easily transformed into a King if necessary, with our comfortable memory foam topper. The living area is large and spacious with a full sofa, loveseat and chair, a 42' flat screen TV, with a DVD player as well as a HDMI connected Roku box which will connect you with any internet TV providers you wish, already set up with Neflix, Hulu Plus, and Amazon accounts. House is equipped with High Speed Internet and WIFI. The kitchen is fully equipped full-sized fridge, gas stove, microwave, blender and coffee maker. Centered in the spacious kitchen/great room is an L shaped bar for you to relax and enjoy the view of the Volcano while having cocktails or just hanging out to be together in the cooking experience. If it is a sit down meal that you prefer, then you will enjoy the beautiful custom made dining table that accommodates 6.
The Master BR also has a flat screen TV with Roku and its own private bath.
All beds are equipped with orthopedic mattresses.

THE ARENAL REGION AND LOCAL ACIVITIES:
The region of Arenal, Costa Rica centers itself around Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano. Located approximately 14 miles outside of La Fortuna, a popular tourist town, the charming Village of El Castillo awaits you with everything you need to enjoy luxury and relaxation and still see the 'real' Costa Rica. Although tucked away and private, Castillo is also home to The Butterfly Conservatory, Snake Zoo, The National Park Arenal 1968, and a diverse selection of restaurants.
If action and adventure are what you are looking for, Sky Trek, the largest zip line over the Canopy in Costa Rica as well as hanging bridges and sky tram, are located right in our village! There are horseback tours to scenic waterfalls, or kayaking on the lake. There are also repelling and many organized nature hikes and tours that center around the volcano. If you like to push yourself, there are also off road bicycle tours in the hills around El Castillo as well as guided hiking tours through the rain forest. In and on the way to La Fortuna you can find White Water Rafting, a number of hot springs pools facilities, ATV tours, and many other adventures.
After your exciting days of adventure you can leave the fast pace of tourism and go back to your home in El Castillo, traveling through tunnels of rain forest and the beautiful countryside in and around the beautiful village of El Castillo. There you can relax and listen to the Howler Monkeys and enjoy a leisurely dinner and sit outside (or inside) and enjoy the pleasant breezes all the while relaxing in a tropical forest, enjoying the wonderful view, the wildlife and the quiet country atmosphere.
After a wonderful night's sleep in the comfort of custom made beds and orthopedic mattresses, you will awaken to the singing of hundreds of different species of birds and in the background, the howler monkeys sing their own morning song. Just a short walk across the street you will find a beautiful river for your swimming enjoyment and there are several local waterfalls that can be accessed by horse or hike A bird watchers' paradise and a relaxing retreat for nature lovers young and old. Villa Millon is the place to go when you want to get off the beaten path of tourism and explore.

TRANSPORTATION:
Car: Recommended 4WD
There is public transit both from the airports to La Fortuna and from La Fortuna to El Castillo and Villa Millon and various activities. Please call us for more information on the alternative transportation options.

TRAVEL DIRECTONS:
From San Jose, take the Panamerican Highway to San Ramon, exit when you see the sign directing you to San Ramon and drive through the town of San Ramon following the signs of the Arenal volcano route. You will go through Bajo Rodriguez, La Tigra, Chachauga and then finally to La Fortuna. We suggest that you use a GPS mapping and routing system. Also the WAZE App for your cell phone works very well. When you pick up your car, enter La Fortuna and select the police station as your destination in your GPS router. Go west out of La Fortuna entering El Castillo as your destination in your GPS router. Upon arriving in El Castillo turn left through the village proper and continue up the hill approximately 1km. There are two stone pillars at the end of the drive holding a gate to the property on the right.

DIRECTIONS TO EL CASTILLO FROM LA FORTUNA:

When you get to La Fortuna go west through the town and pass Tabacon on your right, then go a few more miles (about 4) until you see a tiny little police station on your right..you will take a left there onto a dirt road. Go 3 or 4 miles until you get to an intersection (T) where you must take a left or right. You will see a lot of signs directing you to different places in El Castillo. You will take a left. Go another few miles until you go over a small bridge and take your next right...at more signs. Keep going straight. You will pass the Sky Trek and continue to follow the road for a few miles, keep driving until you go over another small bridge. The first left after this bridge is the entrance to our village. Go through the village proper and then up the hill and you will pass the Serpentarium, then the Butterfly Conservatory (the house is approximately 600 meters from here)..continue going up and you will see Essence Arenal on the right. You will pass two streets on your right and then your house is the 6th house on the right. There are two stone pillars at the end of the drive holding a gate to the property. Please call us when you arrive in La Fortuna and either myself or our caretaker will meet you there. If for some reason we miss each other there will be a key in a combination lockbox.

Property manager

Patricia Davis

Languages

Danish, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycle on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cozy 3BR Home Lake Arenal Arenal Volcano. SEE Summary Spec Offer
Cozy 3BR Home Lake Arenal Arenal Volcano. SEE Summary Spec Offer

About the neighborhood

Map
Alajuela, Alajuela (province)

What's nearby

  • Arenal Volcano - 1 min walk
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 10 min drive
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 16 min drive
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 17 min drive
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Virgita Ristorante - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Saca Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Ti-Cain - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER located?

Situated in La Fortuna, this vacation home is steps from Arenal Volcano and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ecoglide Arenal Park. Arenal Volcano National Park and Lake Arenal are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cozy 3BR Home on Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. SEE SUMMARY FOR SPEC OFFER Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and memorable
We loved everything about this place and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Nice house and very helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

jolene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely location
A great place, happy to have found it
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star
The property was as advertised. We enjoyed the El Castillo neighborhood and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay in CR!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. The house was amazing.
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Rural Spot to Explore Arenal From
Comfy beds, clean, beautiful view and a well-stocked kitchen in small village of El Castillo. This was a great spot to explore the surrounding area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margot C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay
We loved our stay in this home, it’s in the most beautiful spot, very quiet and relaxing. The cafe down the street were wonderful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little community
Great location near restaurants and cool activities. Don’t miss the butterfly conservatory!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sydney K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
El Castillo is such a wonderful town, and the view from this rental is unbeatable. The directions to get there were a bit tricky (we got coordinates from the owner that the Internet didn't recognize, and the description in the directions, while thorough, was a lot to decipher while driving in a new place) and the house is not well equipped for cooking or cleaning. The layout is a bit unusual—you access the master bedroom and second bathroom through another bedroom—but the home itself is beautiful and the outdoor areas are lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot to truly experience Costa Rica
The house was off the beaten path and everything we were looking for- proximity to great hiking, Arenal, and bird watching- we even saw a Toucan early our first morning. There isn’t a lot of privacy for two of the 3 bedrooms and one of the bathrooms, but the beds were comfortable and the property provided what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
El Castillo
great stay, house was very clean, great location and provided a wonderful experience for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Shauna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Neighborhood!
We loved our stay at this wonderful house. It was more than enough space for our family of 4. We had everything we needed. I LOVED that it was down the street from the yoga center and I walked to yoga every morning and it was blissful. The hosts were wonderful and answered every question we had plus came by to hook up the netflix that had become disconnected, when we needed it. The only downside which I cannot blame anyone or thing for is the ants, This is a community issue that all deal with. They do a great job keeping the place clean and bugs are just a mainstay in Costa Rica. They were easy to clean up and only appeared if we left out any scrap of food so you just have to be mindful and I assume this is anywhere you stay over in this neighborhood. There are a few great restaurants nearby including La Ventana and the restaurant at the yoga retreat center. Plus there are two little markets near by for basic needs. The water pressure was great in the shower, the laundry machine and dryer worked great and we were safe and happy. Thank you again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best adventure
Our 8 and 10 year old had the best time. There was so much nature, cute dogs, monkeys, and the view of the volcano was amazing. The neighborhood is amazing. And such a fun adventure for our kids. The owner of as super responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACY H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quiet and peaceful get away
This property was a really nice place for us to come back from site seeing to sit back and enjoy the evening and just soak up the culture and surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Very nice house and location.
Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful tranquil neighborhood location!
Great birdwatching location! Loved the covered outdoor space for those sporadic forest showers that enabled us to continue to relax and enjoy the animals outdoors! Scott & Christine
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Marylou L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay at Villa Millon
Stayed for 3 nights house meet our expectations. Only challenge was the weather it rained for all three days.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Spacious and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malou v., Golden Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Jungle House
We enjoyed the house and the area a lot. It worked out great as they had a pack and play for our grandson and the house had everything you need or ask the care taker Erica. We did ask to ride the bikes but never heard where and how to use them. The volcano was in sight a few times with lots of birds, cows, horses and all the local dogs around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+
Beautiful location. Indeed, 4wd recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in a wonderful area
We stayed here for about a week with our two sons (8 and 11). It was perfect. The views were amazing, with a beautiful horse across the way that we watched daily. The house was perfect for a family of four and the village was very welcoming. It was nice to be outside of the hustle of la fortuna and enjoy the quiet away from the town. The only recommendation I would have is to ensure the supplies for the guests are adequate - such as having enough hand soap and dish soap. But all in all it was perfect and we were so sad to leave. Ericka, the concierge for the property was very sweet, bringing us fresh fruit the day after we arrived and helping set up several tours. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
We had a wonderful time at the property and we were in close proximity to all of the activities we scheduled. The home was very clean and Gilbert met us upon arrival. Would recommend, yes!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Mountain side cabin
My family of 5 had a great 4 day stay here. Beautiful grounds/landscaping, and awesome view of Arenal if the clouds cooperate. Most of our time was spent out of the cabin in Arenal/LaFortuna which is about 40 minutes away. There are a few restaurants and a small market in the immediate area near the cabin. Ericka, the hostess was great- she even brought us a 1lb of coffee after we had fogotten to buy some. We found the kitchen to have the very basics, so if you are planning to cook a lot, come prepared with all you need... spices, foils, disposable baking trays, etc. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and view of Vulcan Arenal
The house has an amazing view of the volcano if you’re lucky enough to be there on a day where it isn’t too cloudy, which we were the first morning. The house is comfortable. You have to pass through the bedroom of the two twin beds to get to the master bed and bath. The area is nice and quiet and the hammock chairs are relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and location
This house is even better in person. The view out the front door that first morning was AMAZING! The volcano was in full view. We saw two Toucans and a green parrot in the tree right by the house. A white-throated magpie-jay kept landing really close to us every morning. We enjoyed him! El Castillo had an excellent restaurant. The location was great (pretty close to Sky Adventures).
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023