Unique Jungle Villa for 5, Fantastic Views, Jacuzzi Hot Tub & Private Pool!
About this bed and breakfast
Nestled in Alajuela Province, this attractive bed and breakfast for $174 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Costa Rica's motto, is Pura Vida, meaning “Enjoy life and be happy,” Natural surroundings of rain forest, jungles, Pacific and Caribbean coastlines, volcanoes, and hot springs make it an unforgettable and fascinating place to visit. ENCANTADA GUESTHOUSE.. IN A NUTSHELL! Our fully licensed and registered 2 bedroom hilltop guesthouse, is recently renovated, and offers spectacular views of both Lake Arenal and the Arenal Volcano. Although the Guesthouse is Self Catering, we will provide a special Starter Breakfast Basket, that includes breakfast basics like: Pancake Mix, Eggs, Costa Rican Coffee, Juice, Fruit and Bread. Enough to get you by for a day or two. At Encantada, you will enjoy use of the Entire Guesthouse, Private pool and our Shared Jacuzzi, as well as the lush tropical gardens and surrounding amenities. Lovers of wildlife can see more than 60 species of birds, 2 kinds of monkeys, 2 kinds of Toucan, Coati Mundi and more, right outside your door. Encantada Guest House is available as either a one or two bedroom option. This listing, features: 2 Deluxe Queen Bedrooms, one bath and a spacious well equipped Kitchen, a large Sun Room, and an extra Large Bathroom. It is great for couple or groups traveling together and perfect for families with young children. The house sleeps up to 5 guests, and a Crib, High Chair and Toys, are available on request. The rustic village of El Castillo and the Arenal area, offer a wide variety of activities. Restaurants, Markets nearby. Nature Walks, Hiking, Hanging Bridges, Kayaking, Canoeing, Biking, Horse-back Riding, Thundering Waterfalls, and relaxing Hot Springs are all within minutes of the house. Looking for an adrenaline rush? Adventure activities like River Rafting, Zip lining, Riding an ATV, Canyoning, Repelling Down a Hidden Waterfall or Sky Boarding on the lake are available as well. Encantada Arenal and Encantada Guesthouse are pleased to welcome all travelers in their many wondrous and diverse varieties, and since we live on the estate, we are usually accessible and willing to do whatever it takes, to make sure your stay is fun and enjoyable! All you have to do is unpack, relax and explore the natural wonders that the Arenal area has to offer. So Come, Stay & Explore! Guesthouse Features: Newly Renovated & Major Road Improvements, High Speed Internet, & Wifi Fully Screened Doors & Windows, A/C, Flat Screen TV, Classic DVD Library, Book Exchange & Board Games Charcoal BBQ, Double Hammock & lots of Outdoor Seating Cool Mountain Breezes, Ceiling Fans and Fresh Air Ventilation Comfy Beds & Quality Linens, In Room Safe & Security System 2 Acres of Lush Tropical Gardens & Protected Rain forest Habitat On Site Spa for Facials and Massage & Yoga Studio Private Hiking Trail to a Hidden Creek Private Pool & Sundeck, Stunning Views & Shared Hot Tub Jacuzzi Spa, Full Guest Kitchen with Condiments & Spices, Pure Mountain Spring Fed Water Free Concierge and Activity Booking Service Furry Ambassadors: Meet Beau & Angel, our sweet rescue dog, and a variety of cats. Perfect Retreat for Couples, Families of up to 5 or Honeymooners Owner Operated means lots of Personal Service This is a Non-Smoking Home, Smoking only in Designated Outdoor Areas Costa Rica has two international airports, Daniel Oduber Quirós in Liberia (LIR) and Juan Santamaría in San Jose (SJO). Lake Arenal and Encantada are an easy 3.5 hour drive from either. Our free personal Concierge Service can help you find the perfect Car Rental or with Booking and Arranging your daily activities. at the best available prices. Please Note: 1. A 2x4 or 4x4 SUV is strongly recommended for their clearance height, as roads in Costa Rica can be a bit rough. The rustic little cow path, leading up a hill to Encantada, is no exception, but we have recently made great improvements to it, so a regular car can easily pass as well. 2. As a courtesy to Future Guests who might be allergic, pets are not allowed to enter the house. But please feel free to enjoy their company outside as much as you'd like. Our Rescue pups Beau, & Angel love meeting kids and new people. Book Now! Your Pura Vida adventure is waiting!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Alajuela Province
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(58 Reviews)
4.0
This was an adorable cottage with birds chirping all around. Kitchen is well equipped and the welcome package of food was much appreciated after a long drive! The surroundings are beautiful and the walk down to the river is lovely. Had to walk up the driveway to get views of the volcano but it was spectacular at dawn. The sunroom is lovely except the curtains do let in a lot of light. Great if you like to wake up at the break of dawn! It was a little small for our family of 5 unfortunately & probably not the best for teenagers who sleep in! Air conditioner is only in the kitchen but if we kept our room doors open it was cool enough to sleep. Overall, this is a great place and best suited for 4 people in my opinion.
5.0
Excellent well appointed guest house that was perfect for a family of four. Pura Vida!
5.0
Great 7 day stay. Property manager and staff were readily available to help with any needs.
5.0
Loved this property. Surrounded by beauty everywhere. The sounds of the animals and rain will stay with me forever.
4.0
The property was beautiful and the location was very close to some major attractions.
5.0
Marty and Nita were the perfect hosts! They greeted us upon our arrival, answered our questions and had great referrals for restaurants & excursions. The guesthouse was clean, welcoming and family friendly. We loved the art, property, pool and the hike on the property to the river. Not to mention the CUTEST pups ever ❤️ Highly recommend the Encantada Guest house!!
5.0
Family friendly jungle fun
Marty and Nita were the perfect hosts! They greeted us upon our arrival, answered our questions and had great referrals for restaurants & excursions. The guesthouse was clean, welcoming and family friendly. We loved the art, property, pool and the hike on the property to the river. Not to mention the CUTEST pups ever ❤️ Highly recommend the Encantada Guest house!!
5.0
Beautiful House with Great Access to Arenal Views!!
The Encantada Guest House was located on a beautifully curated property with tons of flowers, plants and animals to watch! It was a great location to serve as our "base camp" during our stay in La Fortuna. The access to hikes at Arenal National Park was very convenient. We loved the Arenal 1968 hike and highly recommend! The property is very quiet and private and the hosts are extremely helpful for all your needs. Definitely a highly recommended place to stay for a family vacation in the Arenal area!
5.0
Absolutely Amazing
From start to finish everything was beyond expectations. Communication with the owners was great and the home was perfect. The home has everything you will need or could want, very clean and inviting. The grounds are kept to a park setting. Howler monkeys in the distance, hummingbirds and geckos made this experience magical. This is a perfect place to spoil yourself, my only regret is we had to leave.
Thank you so very much for sharing this piece of paradise with us, we will never forget the time we had here.
5.0
Super well set up, the spot borders right up to the jungle at the back step so you feel you are there, but had everything you would need.
We personally were glad we choose to be further away from La Fortuna and the little area on this side of the Volcano was perfect for our needs. A quick drive to town and the "events" but with only the noise of the jungle and rarely seeing anyone else.
Highly recommended if you can get it. The owners were out of town but attentive on WhatsApp as needed.
The guest house would be one of the better set up / equipped / welcome package options I have stayed at in more than 50 or 60 house rentals around the world. (not to mention the welcomes from Beau the host dog, whom my 2-year-old had such a great time with)
5.0
Private Jungle Experience
Super well set up, the spot borders right up to the jungle at the back step so you feel you are there, but had everything you would need.
We personally were glad we choose to be further away from La Fortuna and the little area on this side of the Volcano was perfect for our needs. A quick drive to town and the "events" but with only the noise of the jungle and rarely seeing anyone else.
Highly recommended if you can get it. The owners were out of town but attentive on WhatsApp as needed.
The guest house would be one of the better set up / equipped / welcome package options I have stayed at in more than 50 or 60 house rentals around the world. (not to mention the welcomes from Beau the host dog, whom my 2-year-old had such a great time with)
5.0
Property managers are super nice and helpful. Helped us get an amazing day set up of zip lining. Property was beautiful. We loved it. The only thing we did not like is the ants but it is the rain forest and hard to control this issue. We made sure everything stayed in the fridge to cut down issues. Thanks for the amazing family time.
5.0
Arenal house
Property managers are super nice and helpful. Helped us get an amazing day set up of zip lining. Property was beautiful. We loved it. The only thing we did not like is the ants but it is the rain forest and hard to control this issue. We made sure everything stayed in the fridge to cut down issues. Thanks for the amazing family time.
5.0
Amazing stay beautiful accommodations.
Had an incredible time staying at the guest house. Wonderful location and a beautiful well decorated home. So many activities to do on property with a pool and jacuzzi for some down time. A great trail to walk on and the hosts were extremely hospitable and helpful. They provided us with a huge variety of movies to watch and the beds were so comfy. They helped us find the Toucans in the trees and identified the sounds of the animals we heard. Everything about this place exceeded our expectations including our hosts. I would give them over 5 stars if I could.
5.0
Tranqulity
We had a very relaxing vacation. The property was better than advertised. Everything you need is provided. Tourist attractions are within a short driving distance or you can just relax at the house. The owners were readily available at the adjacent house. We really enjoyed talking to them. We enjoyed dining at the local restaurants which are a short drive from the property. You will need a vehicle with some ground clearance to acces s the property as the road is rough.
5.0
Loved the property! Provided the right blend of remote tranquility with the closeness of all the tourist trappings.
Marty, Nita, and Beau (dog) were gracious hosts...Wished we had more time.
Jeff and Jessica (Rockwall, TX)
5.0
Birds and Fun
Loved the property! Provided the right blend of remote tranquility with the closeness of all the tourist trappings.
Marty, Nita, and Beau (dog) were gracious hosts...Wished we had more time.
Jeff and Jessica (Rockwall, TX)
5.0
The cottage was cozy and comfortable and we enjoyed out stay. The road up to the property is rough and gets quite muddy in the rain so need the extra clearance of an SUV. We spent most days out and about but enjoyed relaxing in the hammock and hot tub in the evenings. The kitchen is small and basic but sufficient for our self-catering needs.
5.0
Cozy cottage in scenic and quiet area
The cottage was cozy and comfortable and we enjoyed out stay. The road up to the property is rough and gets quite muddy in the rain so need the extra clearance of an SUV. We spent most days out and about but enjoyed relaxing in the hammock and hot tub in the evenings. The kitchen is small and basic but sufficient for our self-catering needs.
4.0
Arenal with Marty and Nita
Wonderful hosts, but no internet as advertised.
5.0
Encantada
We had a wonderful stay at Encantada. The house is close to activities, but far enough away to feel like you have privacy. Nita was helpful in planning meals and activities.
5.0
Great local location. Well maintained property and very helpful hosts
Need a higher clearance vehicle to be on the safe side but once there the property was very nice. Everything was clean and very well maintained inside and out. Owners were very helpful even with finding some medicine for me (not related to anything in CR). The cat and dog were very friendly and like to follow you around. (They aren’t allowed in the house so no allergy concerns). Plenty to do nearby. Would definitely stay there again.
5.0
Awesome Property
We had a wonderful time here. The house is beautifully set on a mountain top with an outstanding view. Comfortable and equipped with everything one might possibly need. For sure one needs a tall vehicle 4x4 to access property as the entry hill is quite steep and roads leading to it are unpaved. This is part of the whole adventure !! Loved it.
5.0
Tico home a great experience!
Our family of 5 (my husband, myself and our 3 children in early-mid twenties) stayed at the Encantada for 4 nights in April, 2018. It was our first of 3 stops in Costa Rica and we were very pleased we started here. It was the most authentic, and least touristy spot we visited. The village of El Castillo was charming and we were pleased we decided to stay outside La Fortuna although we visited there twice to see the waterfall, hot springs, a coffee tour and do some shopping. Nita and Marty were incredibly helpful. We emailed several times before we arrived and they promptly answered all my questions and provided detailed directions that were great because we were driving from Liberia and got there just as the sun was setting. Nita will make recommendations and reservations for you at the various outdoor activity sites which we appreciated. The housed everything we needed, and felt very homey. You definitely need an SUV with 4 wheel drive as the roads in that area, including the path to the house, are not paved, very hilly and filled with potholes.
5.0
Beautiful Place
Great house with a view, well equipped kitchen, comfortably furnished and beautifully landscaped. Loved El Castillo area, less crowded than other lake and volcano towns. Don't miss the zip line at Sky Adventures! Most fun of the whole trip!
Nita and Marty were helpful in planning activities and taking care of the property.
5.0
Tranquility and adventure!
Three couples, all in our 30s, stayed at the encantada guest house for 4 nights at the end of December 2017. The house is beautiful, secluded, clean, and spacious enough. There is sleeping space in beds for 5 people plus an inflatable mattress which was comfortable. We would highly recommend a higher clearance vehicle. The drive from Liberia is an adventure with a lot of twists and turns and the final road to the guest house was rough. Recommendations for activities
Sky trek (zip line)
Sky river drift (not for the faint of heart)
Hanging bridges hike
Hot springs (we went to los Lagos)
Exploring the town of la fortuna
La fortuna waterfall
The guest house is located about 5 minutes from the sky adventure park and about 30 minutes from la fortuna.
We bought some groceries to make meals but there are so many wonderful local restaurants I would recommend going out for as many meals as possible. There isnt much of a grocery store anywhere near the guest house. We ended up cooking all of our food for one lunch because there were so many recommended restaurants that wanted to try. If you are looking for tranquility combined with eco adventure, encantada is your place!
5.0
Great place, great owners
Beautiful views from this house, the owners are so nice and very helpful with booking activities.
5.0
Relaxing Retreat
Nita was wonderful to work with! She answered emails right away and greeted us upon arrival. The home was perfect for the 5 of us! Nita did had a few extra touches we don't see at other places. She had a fresh pitcher of water in the refrigerator for us. When my teenage son did not want to share a bed with his friend, Nita pulled out the air mattress for us. There was no one staying the night we left so she offered us a late check out with no extra charge. She helped with reserving our activities. My family really liked repelling the waterfalls. I chose to stay "HOME" and get a massage by Mellisa (she was wonderful)! I do recommend a 4 x 4 to get up the hill to the home, you will need the ground clearance. Having a 4 x4 is also fun to river though the rivers with. This home is close to Zip Lining and Hot Springs and other fun activities. We enjoyed this small community with a few Restaurants (Jon's Pizza and Howler's were a few of our favorites and we found the new restaurant (Can't remember the name) just down the road from our home had the best service. You can't be in a hurry in Costa Rica. EVERY restaurant we went to, we had to tell them we were ready for the check. You must got to one of the Hot Springs the "Free" spot was a fun experience , but the resorts are so nice. I have been to Tabacon in the past and it was amazing, however I feel it is way over priced. Nita recommend a very nice Hot Springs that only cost $15pp. $28.00 includes a dinner buffet. We all enjoyed the water slides and swimming and soaking in warm water. You won't be disappointed if you chose to stay at this home.
5.0
Wonderful Home, Great Hosts, Awesome Views
Encantada Guest House was awesome, clean quiet and comfortable. Great views, Amazing hosts and the family pets are so sweet. A 4x4 is strongly recommended for road clearance, but the road is totally passable. We'll be back!
5.0
Secluded, beautiful property - very comfortable!
Lovely little cottage in a beautifully landscaped property. This secluded home looks out over the lake and the volcano with breathtaking views. We saw howler monkeys and beautiful birds right from the property. The home was comfortable with a modern bathroom, kitchen and comfortable beds. Nita was very helpful with booking tours and answering questions. This was better than we expected and great way to start our Costa Rican vacation.
5.0
Amazing Stay
We stayed for 5 nights with two young kids under 4. Before arrival, Nita was very helpful and accommodating to any questions we had. We arrived to a very clean house. She provided coffee, spices and oils to cook with so you don't have to buy any of that at the store. Kitchen had pretty much everything.
The views were amazing, you can see the lake and the volcano from the hammock. It was nice listening to the howler monkeys every morning at 5 a.m. It's a beautiful property! The colors of the house, tile around the property and all the flowers too-- was so Costa Rican... we just can't say enough good things.
If you already booked this, some recommendations would be to visit Arenal National Park to see the Ceiba Tree (huge 400 year old tree).. you won't see much animal-wise because there are a lot of visitors there. Mistico Hanging Bridges, that was a fun thing to do and we saw a sloth! La Fortuna was really fun, we recommend horseback riding to the falls. Also, Los Lagos was a great place to spend the day... hot springs, slides, great food, toucans, frogs, and other wildlife.
Thanks for a great week!
5.0
Beautiful House and Location
The house was clean and comfortable. It was perfect for our group of 4 but could fit more. The patio was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful views. The Kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals. We loved the back room to hang out and play the games that were provided. The road was definitely ruff for our little car but we made it with a few scratches on the bottom. A little more clearance on the vehicle would of made us feel safe but we were fairly warned about the road.
5.0
Awesome house
We really enjoyed our stay in this house. Very clean, neat, tons of attention to little details. Owners made us feel very welcome and helped us plan our few days while we stayed there. We were able to hear/see the howler monkeys, many hummingbirds, some parrots and other little birds. There are a lot of pretty flowers surrounding the house and just sitting in the hammock was fun and relaxing to see all that surrounded you.
5.0
Great Views from a Beautiful Home
We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay at the Enchanted Guest Casa. This is a very comfortable, clean and beautiful home that is located in a lush tropical setting. The landscaping is well maintained and has plenty of colorful vegetation. The kitchen is well stocked with all the necessities needed to prepare your own meals. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom is spacious. There are plenty of outdoor areas to sit and relax while checking out the views or watching the array of birds and butterflies.
One of the best parts of our visit was hanging out in the local village of El Castillo. This is a quaint little town that gives you a good feel for the ordinary Tican way of life. The locals were very friendly and helpful. This area is off the beaten path but worth it if you want a true non-touristy experience, although there are opportunities for the typical tourist activities in nearby La Fortuna.
We also enjoyed having Riley and Quinn, the 2 cool outdoor cats, to help us with our daily cat fix!!
Marty and Nita were very friendly and we enjoyed meeting them. They were easy to communicate with and provided helpful info for our stay.
We would recommend this place to anyone looking for quiet relaxing Costa Rican experience.
5.0
Stunning place to relax
I finally got the chance to go on a vacation of a life time ,after many nights of looking on the internet we came across this amazing Hacienda Guest House the price was reasonable so we booked the home for 7 days.After a long flight and the great directions Nita gave us we finally arrived I was not only amazed with the view of the Lake Arenal the Volcano and the beautiful rain forest from our Hacienda The guest house was also amazing clean and beautiful inside and out,It was also fully furnished bedding kitchen and bathroom. The out side had really relaxing areas with rocking chairs,Hammock and even a BBQ if you wanted.The next day we ventured out their was so much to see and do natural hot springs nice restaurants and shopping even the snake zoo was educational.In Returning back to our Hacienda from our daily adventures, we meet the owners of our guest house Marty and Nita they we so friendly ,nice and accommodating and offered to make reservations for any tours we might like to do in which we did two of them that were fantastic.I would recommend any one to stay at the Encantada Guest House .Thank you Marty and Nita for making our trip wonderful and all your assistance.
Nina G
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Alajuela Province?
The average price for a rental in Alajuela Province is $81 per night. This rental is $93 above the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Unique Jungle Villa for 5, Fantastic Views, Jacuzzi Hot Tub & Private Pool!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Unique Jungle Villa for 5, Fantastic Views, Jacuzzi Hot Tub & Private Pool!. Enjoy the water!
Is Unique Jungle Villa for 5, Fantastic Views, Jacuzzi Hot Tub & Private Pool! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Unique Jungle Villa for 5, Fantastic Views, Jacuzzi Hot Tub & Private Pool!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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