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Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Arenal Volcano
  • Place, Baldi Hot Springs
  • Place, La Fortuna Waterfall
  • Airport, La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 (Principal(

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens

Just 4.5 miles from La Fortuna (a quick 10-minute drive), this charming holiday home offers everything you need to relax and enjoy nature. Arboleda’s House features beautiful mountain views, a spacious backyard, and direct access to the river via a private trail. High-speed WiFi (200 Mbps) is available throughout the property, ideal for remote work or study.

The house includes 3 bedrooms with A/C, a comfortable living room with a 60” Smart TV, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and private gated parking for up to 3 vehicles. The backyard also offers a cozy BBQ rancho where you can grill and unwind.

Guests can enjoy the peaceful gardens and the opportunity to spot a variety of birds, animals, and native trees just steps from the house. The Cambronero Solís family lives next door, in a separate apartment, and will be happy to welcome you and assist you whenever you need it

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Peñas Blancas

Located in Peñas Blancas, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a river. While the natural beauty of Arenal Volcano National Park and La Fortuna Waterfall can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Baldi Hot Springs. Arenal Adventure World and Puentes Colgantes del Arenal are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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La Fortuna, San Carlos, Provincia de Alajuela

What's nearby

  • Costa Rica Chocolate Tour - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Baldi Hot Springs - 18 min drive - 15.4 km
  • La Fortuna Waterfall - 19 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Ecotermales Fortuna - 19 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Los Lagos Hot Springs - 19 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Fogón de Chela - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hunters & Gatherers - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tiquicia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪restaurante la gudria morada - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Pollera - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens?

As of 5 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens on 9 November 2025 start from NZ$119.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arboleda's House- By the River, Forest & Gardens located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Children's Eternal Rainforest, Arenal Adventure World and El Salto Fortuna River. Costa Rica Chocolate Tour and La Fortuna Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Astrid P.

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

Great place

Great place. Big enough for family of 5. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell R.

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

Beautiful place

Very nice home. Will stay again if they will have us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P., Harvard

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

Peaceful getaway!

We really enjoyed everything, the wildlife, beautiful plants, sound of the running stream, comfort of the beds. We recommend this location if you're looking for nature and peace and quite and beauty!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keli R.

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

Great Place!

Very clean, conveniently located, easy check in and out process. It was everything described, and it met all expectation. Loved it! I highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milissa S.

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

Lovely river Cottage

This home was beautiful. We stayed just one night but loved the out door sitting area and the sound of the river. The host was very kind and it was a flawless booking. When we come back we definitely will stay there again. Perfect Costarican home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M., wenatchee, wa usa

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

Great stay

The house was wonderful, clean. The outside seating area was a joy for us Bird watchers and the sound of the rio burrito was great. The location was just far enough from La Fortuna to not be to busy. I will say that some of the trucks going buy in the am we’re noisy but over all a great Costa Rica stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

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

Convenient stay while zip lining!!

My wife and I along with our two college aged kids spent the night here after doing two separate events at Sky Adventures. We didn’t want to make the long drive back to Tamarindo at night so we decided to stay here. The place was perfect. It was clean, easy to find and well appointed. The pathway down to the river was a nice added bonus!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

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

An enjoyable stay

We found Arboleda's House to be just as advertised - clean, attractive and well equipped. The house stayed confortably cool with the AC units in the bedrooms and fans in the living area. It was an easy 15 minute drive in to La Fortuna, and from there to many great adventures. Access was very easy and our host was very responsive. We particularly enjoyed the beautiful backyard seating area, listening to the stream and bird-watching as we ate our breakfast. We saw about a dozen different birds including toucans and hummingbirds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Great house and location!

Dinorah's house was very roomy and comfortable and beautiful. The backyard was paradise. The kitchen was small but well stocked and we were able to prepare our meals there with no issues. We loved the outdoor grill and dining area and after days of dirty excursions, the washing machine was a godsend. We did have an issue with AC unit in the master bedroom, but Dinorah was very responsive in attempting to get it resolved and even though it wasn't fixed before we left, we found that once the sun went down the room cooled off enough that we could still sleep in it. Overall I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Tim F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
You are booking this place because of the nice backyard and it is a very nice backyard. Otherwise the listing does not live up to expectations. There are ants everywhere. In the bedrooms the ‘closets’ are cheap wire racks screwed to the walls, cheap furniture throughout with some it held together with random screws, many electrical outlets do not work, bathroom mirrors are ornamental with actual mirror the size of a side plate and hung at about 5 ft (good luck if you are taller than that. Oh and open electrical in the showers and the master bathroom door has no handle and pretends to use a safety chain to lock it. It’s not a bad stay but by no means a 10/10.
Master bath door, no handle to lock it.
Example of bedroom shelves
Open electrical in shower
Other bedroom shelving
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ambelry C.

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

Amazing house for our family of 6!

Everything was great! Comfy beds and loved the backyard! Property manager was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine H.

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

Excellent home close to many things

Backyard was the highlight of this house, on the river and very lush. Felt like you were in your own jungle back there. Very close to town, but hard to walk in dark. Front porch also fun to watch the storms come in. Close to many hikes/parks. We loved our hike at Mirador el Silencio - probably our favorite of the trip in the pouring rain! Think we did all the trails in there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Renee B.

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

Nice Place

The home was clean and well stocked with basic necessities which was appreciated. The owner was easy to get in touch with. The beds were comfortable with lots of pillows and blankets. The only things I didnt like were the showers didnt get warm at all and there were a lot of tiny ants in the kitchen, making it hard to prepare food. Other than that, we had a very nice time. The backyard is beautiful with the river and lots of plants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene W.

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

Beautiful backyard oasis

Safe little community. Walking distance to grocery and restaurants loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at this property for three nights in February. A bottle of wine was waiting on the table when we arrived, such a nice touch. It is a lovely and immaculate three-bedroom home. It has adequate kitchen utensils for a short stay. It has a beautiful back yard, half of it covered to protect from the rain and tastefully decorated with quality patio furniture, a hammock, and a really nice dining area with table and chairs and barbecue. If we weren’t so busy we would have enjoyed spending more time there, even when it was pouring rain. The walk down to the little river at the back is very steep and not easily accessible for individuals who are not fit. We saw some little red frogs on our trek down to the bottom, which was great. The property is several kilometres from the heart of downtown Fortuna and a vehicle is needed. As seniors we didn’t feel comfortable walking down to the grocery store a short distance away because of the sidewalk condition, especially at night. As others mentioned, heavy vehicles and motorcycles sped by at night, which was not pleasant. We would stay again if we returned, knowing the home and surrounding area conditions, including the traffic noise at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Great home

Beautiful location with wonderful bird watching from the back and front yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Merveilleux!!

Très bel endroit avec grande cours arrière privée et ruisseau. Espace extérieur super agréable. Nous y avons vu plusieurs oiseaux et même un petit paresseux qui se nourrissait dans un arbre derrière la maison! Intérieur très confortable, tout y était pour notre confort! Pamela nous a reçu à notre arrivée et était disponible pour toutes questions dans la maison voisine, La maison est tout près du centre de La Fortuna et nous avions une petite épicerie ainsi qu’un excellent resto (soda pour les Costaricains) à quelques pas de chez nous. Je recommande fortement cet endroit!! J’ai tout simple,est adoré.,Merci Dinora et Pamela pour cet excellent séjours
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

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

Beautiful Home

This was our 2nd time staying at this house because it has everything you could want! Dinorah is so sweet and helpful. We cannot wait to come back a 3rd time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Leonid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staying at Dinorah's property was an overall good experience and I can recommend it to others. House is very clean and convenient. Backyard is a jewel. Dinorah is a great host, responding quickly via WhatsUp and helping you with advises around local places, if you have any issues within the house and even help us to dry our closes and towels. The only inconvenience we had was a noise from the road from the big trucks breaking with their engines every late evenings and nights, or powerful motorcycles, because there is a speed bump nearby. And the shower can be improved. It was barely warm. Otherwise everything else was very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Wonderful home look no further!

So wonderful!! The porch is.incredible! Listenting to the river and watching parrots and all the animals. The home is sooo clean and comfortable! We were so happy there thank you! Location is perfect as well, just outside the town. We miss.it already!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie Z.

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

Perfect jungle home

This was a beautiful house to start our vacation off at. The host was always available if we had any questions or concerns. Very roomy and very clean. We even saw a monkey in the tree and some frogs in the creek below the house. Started off every morning out back on the patio with the perfect view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cherri w.

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

Stay in La Fortuna Area

We loved the property. The river behind was a nice addition to the house. We enjoyed hopping around on the rocks and seeing wildlife. My daughter is a biology major so she loved hunting for frogs and lizards in the yard. The house was nice and clean. The only thing that I would want to improve is the hot water situation. It would only get a little warm.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIETA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was amazing very clean, helpful people, safe place and not to mention the place was increíble beautiful. She provide everything we need and she reply immediately. Definitely will go there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It's not located in La Fortuna downtown area so expect to drive a bit to local sites. There's a grocery store a few homes down which was very convenient. The home was comfortable and met our needs. Would have loved warm water for the shower but it was hot out so the cool water was ok. A/C worked very well. Felt very safe and the hosts being nearby was reassuring. We had no issues come up during our stay. The backyard is beautiful and we enjoyed breakfast in the green setting. The small river behind the house was the highlight of the whole property. We spent our last morning in what felt like a private waterfall pool. Truly lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved this property! It is so peaceful & serene w a friendly visiting cat. It was the perfect place to stay for all adventures in La Fortuna area. We loved that it was right outside of town so we weren’t in the hustle & bustle of everything but we were near everything that it was a short drive away. The backyard is so perfect & you can walk down to the creek behind. We are outside every am & I rocked myself into a couple naps in the hammock. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dinorah Solis

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Hi, I'm Dinorah, I grew up in this Zone, the neighborhood is very friendly,
I live with my husband, I have 1 son and 4 dougthers (already grown)
It will be my pleasure to serve you. We are people of good principles, always attentive to help in whatever they need. My english is very limited, but my daughters help me to communicate, they do have better language management.

Why they chose this property

La Fortuna is one of the most visited places in Costa Rica, The house at a comfortable price to book, it is very quiet for people with a light sleep, besides it is only 10 minutes by car from La Fortuna. Around the house there is a wide variety of trees, where you can see a variety of animals such as: sloth, toucans, iguanas, howler monkey.

What makes this property unique

The close river, there is a path to go there, also you can swim on it. The views around the house. Very quiet place.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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