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A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

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About the area

Map
El Castillo, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 14 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 20 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Arenal Volcano - 21 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 26 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 32 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Río Lounge - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Fusión Arenal Mirador. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soda La Palma - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Hojarasca Restaurant - ‬38 min drive

About this property

A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool

Family-friendly guest house near Lake Arenal
Take advantage of free breakfast, a water park and a firepit at A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking and cycling at this guest house. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hot tub.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A bike on-site, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • A music library, games and books
  • Beach towels, outdoor furniture and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool have comforts, such as private pools and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and fenced pool

Property manager

Nita Kemsley

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only in designated areas away from Villa

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Fenced private pool
  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Chef service
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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
Note from host: Infant under 2 ok

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Encantada Guest House Just Two Spectacular Views Free Nite Hike

Frequently asked questions

Does A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool located?

This family-friendly La Fortuna guesthouse is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Arenal and Arenal Eco Zoo. Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures are also within 3 miles (5 km).

A Romantic Hidden Jungle Gem just for Two, Spectacular Views, A/C & Private Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Glenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely jungle experience
Beautiful property with lots of amenities. Flowers, birds, howler monkeys, etc…can be enjoyed throughout the property. The massage hut, on site, was outstanding!!! Many restaurants and activities within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded piece of paradise
Great little house with a pool and jacuzzi in a unique mountain side location within the rain forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place and fabulous hosts!
We loved our week at Encantada Arenal! The guesthouse is beautifully decorated, and well-equipped, and the hosts, Marty and Nita are warm, caring, and incredibly helpful. They provide personal concierge service, such as making reservations and recommending all of the best activities. At their suggestion, we joined them on an amazing tour at the wonderful Bogarin Trail in La Fortuna, where we were able to see sloths with their babies, poison, dart, frogs, eyelash, vipers, as well as toucans, and a wide diversity of other birds. Marty made a reservation for us at sky adventure to do the hanging bridge hike, which was another terrific experience! We did the 8 AM tour which we highly recommend and saw lots of birds, and, of course, the magnificent rainforest. Other suggestions that we took included hiking both the Observatory Lodge trails for incredible views of the volcano, and the 1968 lava flow trail, as well as enjoying the Hot Springs at los Lagos, and visiting La Fortuna waterfall. Marty and Nita were always available to answer any questions, gave us a tour of their lovely B&B, and when I paid the small extra fee for a load of laundry, Nita even hung the clothes that couldn’t go in the dryer for me. It is clear that people are Marty and Nita‘s passion, and they truly love what they do. From enjoying the wonderful shared Jacuzzi that we had all to ourselves one evening to chatting about our mutual travels with Nita and Marty, we felt cared for and had an amazing time!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph C., North Tonawanda

Liked: Cleanliness
An Incredible Experience!
First let me say--- If you desire a truly authentic Costa Rican Rainforest experience--- why would you stay anywhere else! The Encantada Guest House was perfect--Incredibly clean, beautifully appointed, and perfectly situated. Wildlife galore, your own pool, shared hot tub access, on-site massage and yoga studios, trail to a private creek---- all just so incredible--- and the hosts Marty & Nita are second to none!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in El Castillo - the hidden gem!
Loved the property and location - El Castillo is a hidden gem close to La Fortuna and Arenal, and this home is a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Encantada Guest House
The casita was beautifully decorated and the surrounding gardens were stunning. We enjoyed waking to sounds of bird song and sitting on the front porch watching the humming birds as we drank our morning coffee. Nita and Marty did an excellent job sharing fun things to do and places to go in the area. The whole experience was restful, peaceful and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola R., Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Jungle Stay
We enjoyed our stay in El Castillo. The accommodation was clean, spacious and well supplied with everything we needed. Peaceful outside spaces were appreciated with chairs in sun and shade as desired. Nita and Marty are kind and accessible when needed. Previous reviews mention the road up - we found it easy up and down with a firm track. Enjoyed a few local restaurants as recommended by our hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nichole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Hubby and I were wrapping up 11 days adventuring around Costa Rica for our anniversary. Of the 3 loactions booked this was our favorite. This cozy spot is in a great location, checkin and out was super easy. The property is beautiful! Great food and adventures everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk L., Highland, Utah, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
We found our new favorite place!
Encantada Arenal B&B and guest house is set on the edge of the rainforest with amazing views of the volcano and lake Arenal. The property is peaceful, beautifully kept and full of character. Marty and Nita treated us like family. We saw toucans and heard monkeys every day. The location is so close to everything we wanted to do: zip lines, hiking, great restaurants, but it felt like we were the only ones there. Can’t wait to plan a return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libby F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful jungle property
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B., Salt Spring Island

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Hosts!
Nita and Marty were great hosts. Providing us with detailed instructions to get to their place, as it’s definitely off the beaten path, and we would be arriving straight from the airport in Liberia at night with no cell service (getting a Costa Rican SIM card the next day). The place was very clean and they provided lots of food for a few breakfasts as well as spaghetti for our arrival dinner (which I had requested as I knew we would be in late and not wanting to go out again). We managed to use the pool and the hot tub on the last day as it was a sunny day still once we got back to the Casita. The welcome book has lots of details about where to eat that is close by and we even managed to get the technology to work to watch a couple of DVDs (perhaps cause it’s old school and something we are familiar with). We didn’t do much cooking but the kitchen is well stocked. We ate two dinners at the Linda Vista restaurant (just around the corner) and one at La Ventanita (across the valley, near the Butterfly Conservatory - which we also visited and it was very good). We went to Eco Termales Hot Springs, which we booked ahead and that was great. We also did the North Fields Coffee and Chocolate tour with Alberto which was very well organized, informative and tasty. These are on the way into La Fortuna. You need your own car for this area I would say. The sky tram and the volcano hiking area are near by but we didn’t go to either. Very lush area. It did rain really hard one night and it comes quickly and then passes almost as quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katharine C., Walla walla, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible get away
This home is incredible - private, surrounded by jungle sounds, kind people, and a yoga studio. A great place for our honeymoon and we hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Vacation
I thoroughly enjoyed my stay, a relaxing time in a wonderful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norma B., Moncton, NB Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay
Getting to this location is not for the faint of heart. Once we settled in, we absolutely loved the place. The gardens are gorgeous the small pool was used almost daily as was the hot tub. Do yourself a favour, get out of your comfort zone and book this place! The white face monkeys and toucans where an extra treat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie C., Veneta

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning guesthouse
An adorable home fully appointed with everything you might need to make yourself at home, including a hammock and a very comfortable bed. Hosts Marty and Nita were so helpful, sharing insights about nearby little town of El Castillo and helping us feel at home in the town as well as the guesthouse. We particularly enjoyed the new community center, Howlers Bar and Grill, and La Ventanita Cafe. We enjoyed the sky tram, sky walk that included two waterfalls and two very long very high suspension bridges! My kids will be proud I crossed those. Lots of memories at this lovely property...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Totally worth it!
This place was amazing. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle and with incredible views of the lake and volcano made this a special place. Our hosts, Nita and Marty, were very attentive and sweet. We had everything we needed and more. We did nearby hiking and zip lining and only had to drive a few miles so convenient.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Gem in El Castillo
We loved our stay at Encantada. It was clean and well equipped. And it was perfect for the two of us, whether drinking coffee and listening to bird song in the morning to hiking in the jungle by the property (and seeing capuchin monkeys and hearing the howlers) to excursions to various attractions in the region. Nita and Marty are kind and generous hosts. They will make sure you have everything you need and are full of great suggestions on what to see and do. They will do just about anything to make your stay perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020