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Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Explore the area

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El Castillo, Alajuela
  • Popular LocationCosta Rica Sky Adventures9 min drive
  • Popular LocationArenal Volcano16 min drive
  • Popular LocationTabacon Hot Springs20 min drive
  • AirportLa Fortuna (FON-Arenal)51 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!!

*New Ownership!

This comfortable, spacious yet private retreat accommodates up to 7 people. All the bedrooms are equipped with Air Conditioning and black out Drapes. The Master bedroom is equipped with 1 queen size bed and an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom have a bunk bed, full size in the bottom and twin size at the top, and the third bedroom have 1 queen size bed.

Adjacent to each bedroom upstairs there is a surrounding deck which is accessible through large glass doors and floor to ceiling windows. It truly gives one the feeling of being in a treehouse. You comfortably wake to lush views of the mountains, trees and birds.
As you step outside onto the deck, you will instantly be greeted with lovely views of Arenal Volcano. While enjoying your early morning coffee, you will experience the wildlife from a front seat viewing area. Howler monkeys will chatter as green parrots and toucans fly by overhead. The local neighborhood Macaw will spend quality time entertaining you in the fruit trees directly in front of you!
The new Spring feed Swimming Pool is the perfect complement to begin the morning with a swim or to cool down and enjoy after a day of exploring the area.
After a long day enjoying a great hike or any other rainforest activity, the early evening does not disappoint you with our spectacular sunsets with reflective views of the volcano. All is breathtaking from this viewpoint as hummingbirds and fireflies dance right in front of you!

The cozy kitchen is well equipped for cooking and enjoying a meal in our open living room area for those home entertainment nights. Our hilltop cottage provides all the comforts of home and one does not need to go far to enjoy everything our community has to offer.

- THINGS TO DO: There are lots of tours to keep you entertained for days, Volcano hikes, Zip Lines, Hanging Bridges, ATV tours, Kayak and Paddle-board tours, Rainforest and Waterfall hikes, Horseback riding, Hot Springs, Wildlife watching tours and more. All of these are less than half an hour away from the house.
Our concierge is always available at our new and modern Welcome Center to help you book tours, find the best restaurants, book a massage and get the most out of your time in the area.

-Location: El Castillo is approx. 3 hours (150km) from both international airports, either in the capital of San Jose, or on the northern pacific coast in Liberia. La Fortuna, which is a small city that offers amenities such as grocery, banking, post office, restaurants, hot springs, excursions and much more. is only 30 minutes away.

Property manager

Explore El Castillo
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Peñas Blancas

This vacation home is located in El Millon, a neighborhood in Peñas Blancas, and is in a rural area and on a lake. Tabacon Hot Springs and Baldi Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Arenal and Arenal Volcano. Butterfly Conservatory and Arenal Eco Zoo are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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El Castillo, Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Sky Adventures - 9 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano - 16 min drive
  • Tabacon Hot Springs - 20 min drive
  • Arenal Volcano National Park - 21 min drive
  • Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Río Lounge - 38 min drive
  • Agua Ardiente Pool Bar - 20 min drive
  • Ave Restaurant - 20 min drive
  • Tucanes - 21 min drive
  • Restaurante El Jilguero - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Firefly Retreat. A Hilltop Retreat with Swimming Pool & Great Rainforest Views!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Firefly Retreat
Even more beautiful than the photos! A birder’s paradise. Refreshing spring fed pool. Had one minor issue during our stay and property manager Augustin saw to it immediately - maintenance was onsite within 5-10 minutes. House is on a steep hill, but there sre restaurants and activities within a short walk. Butterfly Conservatory is a must-do. I would 💯 stay in El Castillo/El Million again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Great 3 bed room house for our family. House was just as shown in the pictures. Pool was cool. I would recommend staying at this house, going to the "Alien" restaurant two doors down and doing the horse back riding at Lilander's right up the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Arenal stay
Overall good communication and good space for our trip. Drive a high clearance car for this accomodations though
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis-Philippe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gracias
Great spot, isolated and well equipped! We enjoyed the pool and the view!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Morgan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
The house was perfect for us. Located near the small town of El Castillo, it was just up the hill from several restaurants, the El Castillo Visitors Center, and a couple small general stores. It was just down the hill from Lilander's Horse Tours, which was great. It was about 20-minute drive into La Fortuna. The house manager met us at the Visitor's Center and showed us how to get the the property. As long as you don't need to be in walking distance of La Fortuna, I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

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