Your Private Wildlife Reserve Jungle Compound at Cielo Ranch Reserve

10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Puerto Seco, Alajuela

Tabacon Hot Springs42 min drive
Arenal Volcano52 min drive
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park54 min drive

Our stay at Cielo ranch exceeded our expectations. The hosts are lovely people who helped us book activities in surround...

Nancy N.

Mar 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Pool View Master

1 King Bed

The Casita Master Loft

1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Queen Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Dining Area Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs full bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Guest Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to the Jungle! Experience "jungle life" in this stylish and unique jungle compound. Wake up to incredible sunrises, delicious Costa Rican coffee, and the sounds of Howler monkeys and tropical birds starting their day. No need to travel to crowded parks. This 105-acre private reserve and cattle ranch has nature trails, lakes, a river, and wildlife for your viewing pleasure. DAILY HOUSEKEEPING, PRIVATE RESTAURANT, AND DAILY BREAKFAST INCLUDED.

Property manager

Pablo Robinson

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Be respectful, no extremely loud music. Be safe and have fun.

NO DOGS IN THE HOUSE. This is for our dogs. They would love to come in, hang out, and even sleep with you. Do not let them do this.

Do not use house towels to clean dirty shoes etc. Use the rags we provide in the outdoor mudroom. Use makeup wipes, not bathroom washcloths.

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

About the area

Venado

Located in Venado, this bed & breakfast is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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 Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park and Arenal Volcano. Go Adventure Park and Kalambu Hot Springs are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Puerto Seco, Alajuela

What's nearby

Los Lagos Hot Springs - 42 min drive
Tabacon Hot Springs - 42 min drive
Baldi Hot Springs - 43 min drive
Arenal Volcano - 52 min drive
Mistico Arenal Hanging Bridges Park - 54 min drive

Getting around

La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

Rest. Palenque Maquencal. - 13 min drive
Soda Koty Coon - 18 min drive
Soda Jireh - 24 min drive
Bar el Joron - 20 min drive
pizzeria la confianza - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Your Private Wildlife Reserve Jungle Compound at Cielo Ranch Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Your Private Wildlife Reserve Jungle Compound at Cielo Ranch Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your Private Wildlife Reserve Jungle Compound at Cielo Ranch Reserve?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Private Wildlife Reserve Jungle Compound at Cielo Ranch Reserve?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Your Private Wildlife Reserve Jungle Compound at Cielo Ranch Reserve located?

Situated in the mountains, this bed & breakfast is 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Venado Caves and 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Cavernas de Venado. Arenal Volcano National Park and Tabacon Hot Springs are also within 16 miles (25 km).

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

1 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends and family fun vacation

Our stay at Cielo ranch exceeded our expectations. The hosts are lovely people who helped us book activities in surrounding areas, made us excellent food, and showed us their farm. We didn’t want to leave. The kids had fun in the pool and the entire residence is wonderfully designed and beautiful. Waking up to sounds of birds and frogs was a highlight as well as seeing a variety of birds on the property. Thanks very much!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

30 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Resort Setting - Wildlife, Peace & Fantastic Food

Cielo Ranch Reserve is like a private resort!! We stayed at this amazing property over Christmas and are so thankful that we did!! Our stay with Paul, Rosy, Stef and Luke was absolutely our favorite of the trip!! Rosy takes such pride in her care of the property and her Michelin-star level cooking!!! Paul designed and constructed the modern, efficient buildings, pools and spaces on property with great attention to detail. The plumbing allows for flushable bathroom tissue and the showers have fantastic water pressure. The beds are the best that we have stayed in during our three week stint in Costa Rica! Details that are typically only seen in resorts are the number of pillows per bed, air conditioning , daily room refresh and complimentary breakfast!! You MUST try Rosy’s French toast (home-made bread and syrup). The patios allow for bird and animal watching and Paul is great at pointing out wildlife as well as assisting with bookings and recommendations. We watched toucans, aracari and oropendola feasting on fruit 10-15 feet from us. Paul’s passion for reforestation and education is helping to restore the habitats of wildlife—especially the green macaw. Take advantage of the hiking trails! Archie, Gigi and Bernardo, the greeting committee of pups, made our stay extra warm! Bill and Joann, Paul’s parents, also contributed a lot to our stay with conversation, information and were just wonderful! We are grateful for such an amazing experience! We will definitely return!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn P.

3 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond even our highest expectations!

Cielo Ranch is much more than a place to stay - it's an entire experience. The home itself is immaculate - clean and spacious and thoughtfully appointed at every turn. We truly felt like we were living amidst the rainforest AND staying at a luxury retreat at the same time. The architecture blurs the line between inside and out, probably my favorite feature of this home. The abundance of gathering spaces for our group of seven meant that we enjoyed a new vista each day. Rosita's, the property's very own private restaurant, was our favorite of those spaces. Our charming host and wildly versatile chef, Rosita, served up a menu curated to please any palate (from three to sixty years old in our group!). Just a one-minute's walk from our bedroom, we enjoyed warm hospitality, wildlife viewing, and cuisine that rivals any high-end restaurant. The reserve itself is a marvel. We took advantage of the well-marked and maintained trails starting and ending right at the home. The variety of flora and fauna easily exceeded that which we experienced at the nearby national park. Paul and Rosita are experienced hosts, and it shows. Paul's warm and knowledgeable hospitality had us feeling like we were staying at a good friend's place. Our curious and social group loved meeting the family and enjoyed having hosts to field our questions and share stories. Truly, this property encompassed everything we hoped to enjoy in Costa Rica, and took the spot as my all-time favorite vacation property.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael M.

7 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place and service on all levels

Beautiful home both in terms of design..cleanliness and the amazing grounds. The hosts were so helpful and accomodating also. They made planning excursions..restaurant suggestions so easy. The on site meals were also delicious if you wanted meals there. The location was close enough to all excursions and town..but remote enough to feel relaxed and uncrowded. I cant recommend this place enough..would choose it over a hotel any day. Paul the host went above and beyond. Book this place!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Pablo Robinson

Born and raised in California, in the good old USA. I grew up surrounded by great family and friends and lived the typical California lifestyle. I love to be outdoors and experience nature and that is why I moved to Costa Rica in 2009. I was looking for a new adventure and boy did I find it. Living the Pura Vida lifestyle in Costa Rica changed my life forever. I was overwhelmed by the diversity of the environment, the wildlife, breathtaking views, endless outdoor activities, the great climate, and the friendly people. All of which led me to my next great adventure.....Parenthood. I met the love of my life and now have two wonderful children. Together, we host guests looking for fun, relaxation, and a little adventure here in our little slice of heaven. Like so many other business owners in Costa Rica, Covid hit us hard. Our original bed and breakfast, "Casa Cielo Volcano View Retreat", was thriving but after Covid hit, we were forced to close in 2020. We were fortunate enough to sell and relocate to our teak reforestation project nearby. So, after two and half years of construction and rebuilding, WE ARE BACK! Our new "Casa Cielo Jungle House" vacation rental at Cielo Ranch Reserve is bigger and better than the original. You can expect clean accommodations, good company, unique memorable experiences, great views, and awesome fresh coffee and fruit in the morning. Our goal is to give you everything you need to have a great vacation experience. Everything depends on the guest and their needs. Whatever you want to do and experience, we can show you how and where to do it. As they say here, "Anything is possible in Costa Rica".

Why they chose this property

Casa Cielo Jungle House is located in a rural farming and cattle ranch community. Very peaceful, natural, and relaxing environment.

What makes this property unique

Our property is unique in that you have everything you need on-site. We have wildlife, nature trails, and birds, all private just for you. Our private restaurant Rositas is here in case you want to eat some delicious food. The pool and accommodations have everything you need to relax and recharge the batteries. But if you want to go out to do tours and explore, you have a huge number of activities available within 20- 60 minutes of the property. It's the perfect tropical vacation location, especially if you want to be close to nature.